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Events

Nanaimo Events from Harbour Living

Arts and Entertainment

Thu. August 7th, 2008 - B'Boon at the Queen's Hotel
Nanaimo: Best of the 70s, 80s and 90s...at the Queen's Hotel
Thu. August 7th, 2008 - Bowen Park Tennis
Nanaimo:
Play doubles tennis under the lights. Drop down to the lower courts at beautiful Bowen Park- no games to schedule. All skill levels welcome.
Thu. August 7th, 2008 - Tue. August 12th, 2008 - Feature Artist: Fran Renwick
Nanaimo: An award-winning artist, Fran Renwick has been painting in oils for over 30 years. She concentrates mainly on West Coast subjects.
Thu. August 7th, 2008 - Sun. August 10th, 2008 - From Coalmines to Bathtub Races Street Theatre
Nanaimo: TheatreOne's Young Company presents ‘Summer Street Theatre', “FROM COAL MINES TO BATH TUB RACES” part of Canada’s Cultural Capitals initiative. See performances about Nanaimo's history.
Thu. August 7th, 2008 - Gabriola Lions Concert on the Green
Gabriola Island: Twelfth Annual Lions Concert-on-the-Green features the fabulous ABBA Cadabra Group. Remember ABBA, and Mama Mia? Come to experience the music first hand, and support the Gabriola Lions charity work!

Concerts and Music

Thu. August 7th, 2008 - Howie James
Nanaimo: Howie James is back again with his faithful companion.
Fri. August 8th, 2008 - Sat. August 9th, 2008 - GreyNotes @ Tanias
Nanaimo: The GreyNotes are returning to Tania's Red Room for a two night engagement featuring more original and classic blues of Johnny James and Cathy Davis.
Fri. August 8th, 2008 - Karaoke Night at Mermaid's Mug
Nanaimo: Karaoke Night at Mermaid's Mug is THE place to come relax and play, it's like Karaoke in a big comfy living room Every Friday Night. Remember our 'Tickle Trunk' full of costumes for all 'play dress up'
Fri. August 8th, 2008 - Sat. August 9th, 2008 - The Grey Notes {Blue Gambit}
Nanaimo: The Grey Notes AKA Blue Gambit will perform two nights.
Sat. August 9th, 2008 - Dinah D's Contraband Swingclub at Silva Bay
Gabriola Island: The Contraband Trio/Swingclub is an ever-evolving swingband organism!

Community Events

Sun. August 10th, 2008 - Lighthouse Pub Open Stage w/ Dave Teichroeb and James McRae
Nanaimo: The only open stage in Nanaimo on a Sunday w/ song writer guitarist Dave Teichroeb and jazz drummer, keyboard player James McRae. The talent has been fantastic! Happens every 2nd Sunday.
Fri. August 15th, 2008 - Sun. August 17th, 2008 - Vancouver Island Exhibition - VIEX
Nanaimo: 'Where Old and New Rendezvous' Our country Fair is more than just entertainment. Take a step back to celebrate the simple, but important things in life!
Sat. August 16th, 2008 - Open Mic with Zlatko @ Mermaid's Mug
Nanaimo: First come, first sign up for this open mic, hosted by Zlatko from the Songwriter's Circle! Artistic Acoustic atmosphere at Mermaid's Mug the 3nd Sat of every month. Welcome place to showcase !
Sat. August 16th, 2008 - Sun. August 17th, 2008 - Pitch in for The Kids Splitsville Sluggers 2nd Annual Slow Pitch (softball) Mixed Tournament
Nanaimo: Splitsville Sluggers 2nd Annual Pitch in for the kids Softball tournament. Partial proceeds go to the boys and girls club of central VI
Sun. August 24th, 2008 - Lighthouse Pub Open Stage w/ Dave Teichroeb and James McRae
Nanaimo: The only open stage in Nanaimo on a Sunday w/ song writer guitarist Dave Teichroeb and jazz drummer, keyboard player James McRae. The talent has been fantastic! Happens every 2nd Sunday.

Festivals

Fri. August 8th, 2008 - Beijing Opening Ceremonies Live Site Viewing
Nanaimo: Catch the Spirit of the Games in downtown Nanaimo. Watch the 2008 Olympic Games Opening Ceremonies on the Big Screen!
Fri. August 8th, 2008 - Mon. September 1st, 2008 - Parksville Beach Festival and Sandsculpting Competition and Exhibition
Parksville: August is "Beach Festival" month in Parksville, home of the Canadian Open Sand Sculpting Competition and Exhibition. You'll marvel at these unbelievable feats of artistry and engineering and won't want to miss any of the many great activities on the beach!
Sat. August 9th, 2008 - Nanaimo District Museum presents CHOWDERFEST
Nanaimo: Tons of food, drinks, prizes and entertainment for the whole family. Come vote for your favourite chowder and help decide who will win bragging rights this year!
Fri. August 15th, 2008 - Sun. August 17th, 2008 - Pig & Fin
Coombs: Pig & Fin- It's a weekend event for motorcycle enthusiast.Bike games,kids games, live bands,Dances,Poker Run,.Beer garden , Food vendors, Free camping
Fri. August 15th, 2008 - Sun. August 17th, 2008 - Summertime Blues! 2008
Nanaimo: Get ready for the Summertime Blues! 2008. Two jam packed weekends of free, live, outdoor Blues concerts in the heart of downtown Nanaimo.

Sports and Recreation

Thu. August 7th, 2008 - Bowen Park Tennis
Nanaimo:
Play doubles tennis under the lights. Drop down to the lower courts at beautiful Bowen Park- no games to schedule. All skill levels welcome.
Sun. August 10th, 2008 - Bowen Park Tennis
Nanaimo:
Play doubles tennis under the lights. Drop down to the lower courts at beautiful Bowen Park- no games to schedule. All skill levels welcome.
Tue. August 12th, 2008 - Bowen Park Tennis
Nanaimo:
Play doubles tennis under the lights. Drop down to the lower courts at beautiful Bowen Park- no games to schedule. All skill levels welcome.
Thu. August 14th, 2008 - Bowen Park Tennis
Nanaimo:
Play doubles tennis under the lights. Drop down to the lower courts at beautiful Bowen Park- no games to schedule. All skill levels welcome.
Thu. August 14th, 2008 - It's 'Tee' Time Again
Nanaimo: Join us for 9 holes of Golf at a local Golf Course, followed by dinner at the Crow and Gate Pub. Beginner golfers are most welcome!

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