Register online at recreation.nanaimo.ca General Inquiries 250-756-5200 58 Fall Propagation NEW! Learn how to take hardwood cuttings from your own plants or from friends and family with varieties you admire. This workshop introduces the simple, rewarding art of hardwood propagation, a budget‑friendly way to grow a hedge, expand your garden or create thoughtful gifts for fellow gardeners. Instructor: Connie Kuramoto Sun, Oct 18 | 1-3 pm | $20/1 | 176060 Beban Learning Gardens Winter Sowing NEW! Discover how to start next year’s garden while staying warm indoors. This workshop teaches a low effort method for sowing seeds in fall and winter giving them a strong start for spring— even with unpredictable weather. A simple, reliable way to grow more with less fuss. Instructor: Connie Kuramoto Sun, Oct 25 | 1-3 pm | $20/1 | 176061 Beban Learning Gardens Basic Fruit Tree Pruning Our expert pruner will show you how to care for young and old fruit trees and grape vines in your yard. This is the workshop to attend to get hands-on learning in basic pruning techniques. Bring a camera or notebook and questions for this hands-on workshop. Dress for the weather. Instructor: Scott Wiskerke Sun, Oct 18 | 10 am-12 pm | $20/1 | 176057 Sun, Nov 1 | 10 am-12 pm | $20/1 | 175805 Beaufort Food Forest (St. George St or Beaufort Dr) Refresher Pruning If you have some pruning experience or have done some reading about pruning, this workshop can show you how to apply those principles to your trees. There will be some information on pest control, dormant oil spraying and other more complex tree care. Even if you haven’t pruned before, this workshop will help you feel confident to start. Dress for the weather. Sat, Oct 24 | 10 am-12 pm | $20/1 | 176056 Sat, Nov 7 | 10 am-12 pm | $20/1 | 175804 Pine Street Community Garden Wildsafe Adventures NEW! Learn how to stay safe while enjoying the outdoors with WildSafeBC. Discover practical tips to prevent human-wildlife conflicts, including bear behavior, attractant management and what to do during an encounter. Perfect for families, hikers and nature enthusiasts of all ages. This is a free event, but registration is required. Sat, Sep 26 | 3:30-4:30 pm | FREE | 172443 Sat, Oct 17 | 3:30-4:30 pm | FREE | 172444 Sat, Nov 21 | 3:30-4:30 pm | FREE | 172446 Bowen Park Complex Owls of Nanaimo Parks NEW! Discover the fascinating world of owls with a guided walk led by a local biologist. Learn about the species that call Nanaimo home, their unique behaviours and how to spot signs of their presence. You are encouraged to dress for the weather and bring binoculars or a camera if available. This informative and engaging program is suitable for all ages and experience levels. Sat, Oct 31 | 5-6:30 pm | $5/1 | 175448 Bowen Park Lower Picnic Shelter Birding Around Nanaimo Parks NEW! Join one of our local biologists for a guided walk exploring the birds found in Nanaimo’s beautiful parks. Learn how to identify common species, listen for bird calls and discover local habitats. Participants are encouraged to dress for the weather and bring binoculars or a camera if available. This engaging outdoor program is suitable for all ages. Thu, Sep 24 | 5:45-7:15 pm | $5/1 | 175436 Sun, Jan 10 | 9-10:30 am | $5/1 | 175437 Miner’s Cottage at Buttertubs Marsh Sun, Nov 15 | 9-10:30 am | $5/1 | 175439 Sun, Feb 7 | 9-10:30 am | $5/1 | 175440 Neck Point Park (Finn Beach) Sun, Dec 6 | 10-11:30 am | $5/1 | 175441 Sun, Mar 7 | 9-10:30 am | $5/1 | 175443 Diver Lake Park Read Tarot - LEVEL 2 Elevating the beginner to practitioner. In this series, we will grow in our ability to understand the cards and practice using different spreads. Level One is encouraged but not required. Instructor: Queen Bee Tue, Sep 29-Oct 20 | 6-8 pm | $150/4 | 175516 Bowen Park Complex Tarot - LEVEL 1 EXTENDED Learn the ancient art of reading tarot. Now offered as a 6-week series - elevating the beginner to practitioner using the Rider Waite Smith deck which will be available for purchase. No experience necessary. Instructor: Queen Bee Tue, Jan 12-Feb 16 | 6-8 pm | $175/6 | 177615 Bowen Park Complex Psychic Development - LEVEL 2 Trusting our inner wisdom. Through discussion, practice, games and reflection, we will enhance our intuition in a safe and supportive environment. Level One is encouraged but not required. Instructor: Queen Bee Tue, Nov 3-17 | 6-8 pm | $113/3 | 175518 Bowen Park Complex Community Singing Experience the joy and connection of singing in harmony imperfectly! Sing uplifting songs of peace, hope and unity and world music taught by call-and-response in the oral tradition with layers of harmonies that are easy to learn by ear without sheet music. Creativity and movement are encouraged, and all voices are welcome regardless of experience. Sylvia Humble belongs to the Ubuntu Choirs Network which believes singing is a universal human birthright. Each session will focus on different themes. Join us for one or for all of them! Instructor: Sylvia Humble RIVER SONGS Tue, Sep 8 | 6:30-8 pm | $20/1 | 175280 SONGS OF HOME & BELONGING Tue, Oct 27 | 6:30-8 pm | $20/1 | 175281 WOLF SUPERMOON Fri, Jan 22 | 2-3:30 pm | $20/1 | 175282 SONGS OF SPRING Tue, Mar 9 | 6:30-8 pm | $20/1 | 175283 Rotary Field House SONGS OF THE WINTER SOLSTICE Mon, Dec 21 | 2-3:30 pm | $20/1 | 175284 Bowen Park Complex
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