Tofino Events, Tofino event and entertainment calendar for October 2007
We would like to thank those in our community who produce and organise all
the events that enhance our lives and the time spent here by our visitors.
Make sure you visit our Tofino Film Festival calendar for events during the Bamfield Mushroom festival, the calendar for the Tofino Oyster Festival, and the Tofino Concert listings for the Month of October 2007.
Vinyasa Yoga
Tofino Community Hall
Mon & Wed • 6:30-8pm
with Natalie Rousseau
Cost: $10 per class
Vinyasa style flow class that can be modified for all levels. Call 725-8363
Stretch Tai Chi
Chuan
Tofino Community Hall
Mondays • 5-6:30pm
Free
This Stretch/Tai-Chi class is geared for adults with different levels of fitness. The first part of the class will be stretching and gentle strengthening exercises, the second part will be Tai-Chi Chuan (Wu Style).
Youth Gym
Drop In
Wickaninnish School
Mondays & Tuesdays • 4-6pm
Ages: 13-18 Free
Shoot some hoops, play soccer, badminton, volleyball! Two different activities can be played at once; both in half the gym. Starts September 10
Parent/Child
Preschool Gym Time
Wickaninnish School Gym
Tuesdays • 8:45 - 9:45 am
A drop-in program for parents/caregivers and their children in order to let off some steam! Caregivers must supervise their own children. Free!
Drop-in
Badminton
Wickaninnish School Gym
Tuesdays • 8-10pm
$2 drop-in
Equipment supplied
Table Tennis
Wickaninnish School
Tuesdays • 7-9 pm
$1 drop-in
Equipment Provided
Flow Yoga
Level 1-2
Solwood
Tuesdays • 6:30-8pm
All levels welcome
Linking movement to breath.
Restorative
Flow Yoga
Clayoquot Field Station
Tuesdays • 11am-12:30pm
For more information call 725-8363
Youth Gym
Drop In
Wickaninnish School
Mondays & Tuesdays • 4-6pm
Ages: 13-18 Free
Shoot some hoops, play soccer, badminton, volleyball! Two different activities can be played at once; both in half the gym. Starts September 10
Aquafit
MacKenzie Beach Pool
Tue & Fri • 8:30-9:15am
Cost: 6/$35, $6 drop in
Leah Austin instructs this low impact, cardio exercise.
Vinyasa Yoga
Tofino Community Hall
Mon & Wed • 6:30-8pm
Cost: $10 per class
Vinyasa style flow class that can be modified for all levels. Call 725-8363 for more information.
Stretch/Tai Chi
for Seniors
Tofino Community Hall
Wed & Fri • 5-6:30pm
Free!
This Stretch/Tai-Chi class is geared for seniors with different levels of fitness. Call 725-4286 or 725-4201 for information.
Bingo
Tofino Legion Basement
Thursdays • 7:30 pm
Ladies auxiliary bingo, cash prizes
Vinyasa Yoga
Clayoquot Field Station
Thursdays • 11am-12:30pm
Instructed by Natalie Rousseau
Intro to
Creative Dance
Tofino Community Hall
Thursdays 11-11:45am
$75 3 year olds
Children will explore movement and music while having fun in developing coordination, balance and self confidence. Children should wear comfortable clothing and dance shoes if they have them. Please register in advance at 725-3229. Starts Sep 20.
Creative Dance
Tofino Community Hall
Thursdays • 12-12:45pm
4 year olds • $75
This class is for the 4 year old dancer and will be tailored to the ability level of this age group. An opportunity to try a variety of dance styles while having fun and improving their coordination, self confidence. Please register in advance at 725-3229. Starts Sep 20.
Pre-Primary
Ballet
Tofino Community Hall
Thursdays • 2:45-3:45pm
5 & 6 year olds • $85
This class will introduce beginners with minimal to moderate dance experience to the basics of ballet in a fun environment. Ballet develops strength, develops posture and increases flexibility. This program is open to both boys and girls. Starts Sep 20.
Primary/Grade 1
Ballet
Tofino Community Hall
Thursdays • 3:45-4:45pm
7+ years • $95
Students in this class may work towards an assessment. Participants will learn these basics in a fun environment and begin to explore steps and combinations. This program is open to both boys & girls. Starts Sep 20.
Jazz Dance
Tofino Community Hall
Thursdays • 4:45-5:45pm
9+ years • $95
Learn new dance moves and dance to your favourite music. Class will focus on the use of rhythm and coordination while developing dance routines to popular music and having lots of fun at the same time. Open to boys & girls. Starts Sept 20.
Family Ties
Healthy Babies
Coastal Family Place
265 1st Street
Thursdays • 11:30am - 1pm
Family Ties is a program that offers information and support to help you have the healthiest baby possible. Weekly drop-in sessions provide topics and guest speakers of interest to families. From nutrition to childbirth to adjusting to parenthood, to infant massage. Drop in or call Laurie Hannah @ 725-2172, Ext. 2
Juniors Hockey
Wickaninnish School
Thursdays • 4-5pm
Ages 6-8
Play a fun game with your friends and learn new skills! Helmet and plastic blade hockey stick mandatory (sticks provided). Starts Sep13
Vinyasa Yoga
Clayoquot Field Station
Thursdays • 11am-12:30pm
Instructed by Natalie Rousseau
Story Time
Tofino Library
331 Mains St.
Fridays • 11:30 am
For more information call 725-3713
Stretch/Tai Chi
for Seniors
Tofino Community Hall
Wed & Fri • 5-6:30pm
Free!
This Stretch/Tai-Chi class is geared for seniors with different levels of fitness. Call 725-4286 or 725-4201 for information.
Twilight Flow Yoga
Clayoquot Field Station
Fridays • 6:30-8pm
For more information call 725-8363
Meditation
Clayoquot Field Station
Fridays • 8-8:30pm
For more information call 725-8363
Preschool
Playgroup
Tofino Community Hall
Fridays • 10:30am-noon
By Donation
Opportunity for Parents and Tots to get out and burn off some energy. Kids must have adult to accompany them.
Power Vinyasa
Flow Yoga
Clayoquot Field Station
Saturdays • 11am-12:30pm
For more information call 725-8363
Tofino Public
Market
Village Green
Saturdays • 10am-2pm
Come and check out local arts, crafts and creations.
Intertidal
Investigators
Mackenzie Beach
(Look for the yellow flag)
Saturdays • 2pm
$5 donation
Hey kids! Meet us at Mackenzie Beach and discover the wonders of the seashore through games and activities with the staff of the RIC.
Roman Catholic
Mass
St. Francis of Assisi
Saturdays • 5pm
Roman Catholic Mass at 400 Block Main St.
Tofino Bible
Fellowship
Coho Room at Weigh West
Sundays • 10:30am
Non-Denominational at the Botanical Gardens.
Anglican Service
Saint Columba Church
Sundays • 11am
Anglican/United Service at 110 Second Street
Vinyasa Yoga
Tofino Community Hall
Mon & Wed 6:30-8pm
with Natalie Rousseau
Cost: $10 per class
Vinyasa style flow class that can be modified for all levels. Call 725-8363
Stretch Tai Chi
Chuan
Tofino Community Hall
Mondays 5-6:30pm
Free
This Stretch/Tai-Chi class is geared for adults with different levels of fitness. The first part of the class will be stretching and gentle strengthening exercises, the second part will be Tai-Chi Chuan (Wu Style).
Youth Gym
Drop In
Wickaninnish School
Mon & Tue 4-6pm
Ages: 13-18 Free
Shoot some hoops, play soccer, badminton, volleyball! Two different activities can be played at once; both in half the gym. Start Sept 10
Mixed Level
Vinyasa Flow
Clayoquot Field Station.
Monday 5:30-7pm
$10.00 drop in.
Mats available.
725-8363 for more info.
Hatha/Flow Yoga
Solwood
Tuesdays 6:30-8pm
$10 Drop in
Linking movement to breathe Instructed by Natacha Radojevic please call for more info 266-1212 No class on October 9th and 16th.
Youth Gym
Drop In
Wickaninnish School
Mon & Tue 4-6pm
Ages: 13-18 Free
Shoot some hoops, play soccer, badminton, volleyball! Two different activities can be played at once; both in half the gym. Start Sept 10
Parent/Child
Preschool Gym Time
Wickaninnish School Gym
Tuesdays 10:45 – 11:35 am
A drop-in program for parents/caregivers and their children in order to let off some steam! Caregivers must supervise their own children. Free!
Drop-in
Badminton
Wickaninnish School Gym
Tuesday 8-10pm
$2 drop-in
Equipment supplied
Restorative
Flow Yoga
Clayoquot Field Station
Tuesdays 11am-12:30pm
For more information call 725-8363
Aquafit
MacKenzie Beach Pool
Tue & Fri 8:30-9:15am
Cost: 6/$35, $6 drop in
Leah Austin instructs this low impact, cardio exercise.
Stretch/Tai Chi
for Seniors
Tofino Community Hall
Wed & Fri 5-6:30pm
Free!
This Stretch/Tai-Chi class is geared for seniors with different levels of fitness. Call 725-4286 or 725-4201 for information.
Mixed Level
Vinyasa Flow
Clayoquot Field Station.
Wednesday 5:30-7pm
$10.00 drop in.
Mats available.
Please call 725-8363 for more info.
Flamenco Classes
Solwood
Wednesdays
6-7pm flamenco singing
& rhythm
7 to 8pm flamenco dance
beginners level
For registration and info contact Thérèse at 725-4278. Cost is $80 per 8 classes. In the singing and rhythm class (cante y compas) you will learn how to do palmas (clapping in rhytm) for different styles of flamenco songs, and learn some songs (in Spanish) , while developing your understanding of flamenco structure. In the dance class you will learn technique ,footwork,and a simple “tangos”* choreography .*the flamenco “tangos” is different from the Argentinian one.
Table Tennis
Wickaninnish School
Thursdays 7-9 pm
$1 drop-in
Equipment Provided
Bingo
Tofino Legion Basement
Thursdays 7:30 pm
Ladies auxiliary bingo, cash prizes
Vinyasa Yoga
Clayoquot Field Station
Thursdays 11am-12:30pm
Instructed by Natalie Rousseau
Family Ties
Healthy Babies
Coastal Family Place
265 1st Street
Thursdays 11:30am – 1pm
Family Ties is a program that offers information and support to help you have the healthiest baby possible. Weekly drop-in sessions provide topics and guest speakers of interest to families. From nutrition to childbirth to adjusting to parenthood, to infant massage Drop in or call Laurie Hannah @ 725-2172, ext. 2
Juniors Hockey
Wickaninnish School
Thursdays 4-5pm
Ages 6-8
Play a fun game with your friends and learn new skills! Helmet and plastic blade hockey stick mandatory (sticks provided). Starts Sep13
Story Time
Tofino Library
331 Mains St.
Fridays 11:30 am
For more information call 725-3713
Twilight Flow Yoga
Clayoquot Field Station
Fridays 6:30-8pm
For more information call 725-8363
Meditation
Clayoquot Field Station
Fridays 8-8:30pm
For more information call 725-8363
Tough City
Youth Lounge
Wickaninnish School
Fridays 6-10pm
This is an opportunity for Tofino’s youth to hang out in a drug and alcohol free enviroment.
Preschool
Playgroup
Tofino Community Hall
Fridays 10:30am-noon
By Donation
Opportunity for Parents and Tots to get out and burn off some energy. Kids must have adult to accompany them.
Pups Hockey
Wickaninnish School
Fridays 4-430pm
Ages 4-5
Come and play a fun game with your friends and learn new skills! Helmet and plastic blade hockey stick mandatory (sticks provided). Starts Sept 14th
Pee Wee Hockey
Wickaninnish School
Fridays 4:30-6pm
Ages 9-12
Come and play a fun game with your friends and learn new skills! Helmet and plastic blade hockey stick mandatory (sticks provided). Starts Sept 14th
Tough City
Youth Drop In
Wickaninnish School
Fridays 6-10pm
Ages: 13-18 Free
Shoot some hoops, hang out in the mezzanine with pool table, foosball, TV, couches… snacks! No program when school is hosting special events in gymnasium/mezzanine. Starts Sept 14th
Restorative Flow
Yoga
Clayoquot Field Station
Fridays 5:30-7pm
$10.00 drop in.
Mats available.
Please call 725-8363 for more info.
Power Vinyasa
Flow Yoga
Clayoquot Field Station
Saturdays 11am-12:30pm
For more information call 725-8363
Roman Catholic
Mass
St. Francis of Assisi
Saturdays 5pm
Roman Catholic Mass at 400 Block Main St.
Tofino Bible
Fellowship
Coho Room
at Weigh West
Sundays 10:30am
Non-Denominational at Coho room at Weigh West Marine Resort
Anglican Service
Saint Columba Church
Sundays 11am
Anglican/United Service at 110 Second Street
Movie Night
Clayquot Sound Theatre
Mon Oct 1 8pm
Fracture, When a meticulous structural engineer is found innocent of the attempted murder of his wife, the young district attorney who is prosecuting him becomes a crusader for justice.
10th Annual
Tofino Film Festival
Clayoquot Sound Theatre
October 11-14
Tickets: $8, Festival Pass: $40
Available at The Common Loaf, Esso and Tofitian
Meet what you eat!
Middle Chesterman Spit
Sun Oct 21 2:30pm
Join RES interpreters for a Seashore Stroll for an educational look at the seafood we love so much.
Tidal Temptings
Fundraising Dinner
Middle Beach Lodge
Sun Oct 21 6pm
$75
5 course meal at Middle Beach Lodge featuring fresh, local shellfish and fish, all funds go to the Raincoast Education Society. Tickets available by calling 725-2560 or res@island.net
Movie Night
Clayquot Sound Theatre
Mon Oct 22 8pm
Manufacturing Dissent: Uncovering Michael Moore, the camera is turned on Michael in this revelatory critical biography. Tracking Moore following the release of “Fahrenheit 9/11”, many former associates and subjects are willing to talk. Seeking to separate the fact, fiction and legend that surrounds Moore this movie offers a balanced portrait and an effective starting point for further discussion of Moore's contentious work and political filmmaking in general.
Book Reading with
Timothy Taylor
Salal Room at the Wick
October 25, 5pm
$10 (buy tickets at
Wildside Booksellers)
Meet the engaging Timothy Taylor, author of the critically-acclaimed novels Stanley Park and Story House, and award-winning short stories. Timothy's reading will be followed by a Q&A session, and Wildside Booksellers will be on hand with a selection of works.
Movie Night
Clayquot Sound Theatre
Mon Oct 29 8pm
La Moustache, One day, thinking that it will make your wife and friends smile, you shave off the moustache you’ve had for the last ten years. The only thing is, no one notices—or worse still, they’re pretending not to notice. In fact, everyone seems convinced that you’ve never had a moustache in the first place.
Halloween Howl
4th and Gibson
Wed Oct 31 5-7pm
Free
Bring your little ghosts and goblins for this great annual event. There will be haunted alley, bonfire and hot chocolate.
Tofino events calendar for October 2007. Listings of entertainment and community events in Tofino, Ucluelet and the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve. Go to the Tofino events page for current Tofino event listings