Many are not aware of a hidden gem nestled in a bay, a short drive north of Nanoose. I am talking about the VIU Marine Field Station at Deep Bay, visited by twenty of us on May 14, 2025. We were welcomed by a small group of passionate researchers who, amongst other things, strive to…
The Truffle Farm – Guided Tour, Workshop and Tasting Event On a beautiful May late afternoon our group of eight visited the Truffle Farm in Parksville (next door toMorningstar Farm) to learn about truffles, the fungi that could be considered as “Caviar of the Earth.”Upon arriving at the Truffle Barn, we were met by Pete…
The PRISMA Sail to the Symphony event in Powell River is coming up once again. Sail to the Symphony will be held on Saturday June 29 It is a day of amazing food, spectacular music and fun. The event includes walk on ferry tickets from Comox to Powell River, a fine catered lunch and the…
For our first theatre outing of the year, Sharon Brocklesby is organizing a group dinner and play event in Qualicum Beach to see the romantic comedy called Queen Milli of Galt at the Village Theatre, on 2nd Ave. Date/Time: Friday, March 8th. Dinner (optional): Qualicum Beach Cafe, 5:30 PM 2690 Island Hwy. W., Qualicum Beach…
2024 Year of the Dragon The dragon enjoys a high reputation in Chinese culture representing auspiciousness and has been associated with Imperial power since ancient times. For this Year of the Dragon, Sharon Seibt once again organized a Chinese New Year Dim Sum celebration at the Shanghai Restaurant in Nanaimo. Sharon pre-ordered all the…
It was June 21st, 7:30 AM, when our lively group arrived at Stone Tree Farm for what turned out to be an educational experience for all, all about, what else but stones and trees. Shawn Flynn, owner of this vast property, had us rapt, and wrapped around his finger as he led us through his…