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Amplifying, mapping & connecting the cool sh*t going on in #Nanaimo! The people, places & events from Yellow Point - Deep Bay. #Snuneymuxw #AssetBasedCommunityDevelopment
Tune in to The Impending Loom tonight 8-10pm on @chly.ca 101.7FM #Nanaimo #VanIsle #IndieRadio #LocalRadio
November 17, 2025 at 7:00 PM
From nanaimogoodfoodbox.com: youtu.be/2whil6hVA8Q?... #Nanaimo #VanIsle

“Hi everyone we are excited to share a new video produced about our wonderful program and our Helping Hands Campaign! We highlight the work of our dedicated volunteers and the exciting project piloted by…
November 17, 2025 at 3:40 AM
From #Nanaimo Foodshare:

“For November 17, we will be preparing Roasted Butternut Squash & Parsnip Soup. Come over with your friends & family at St. Paul's Anglican Church. Your donations will be highly appreciated.” #VanIsle
November 17, 2025 at 3:17 AM
This week’s Sunday blues jam at The Queens is hosted by Thomas Morris and the band! 🎶🎶🎶 #Nanaimo #VanIsle www.thequeens.ca/featured-eve...
November 16, 2025 at 7:43 PM
“Love homemade gifts? Looking for that perfect stocking stuffer? Want to splurg on yourself? Come to the #Nanaimo Seniors Village Winter Bazaar!
The event runs from 10:00am-2:00pm Wednesday November 19th in Assisted Living (6089 Uplands Drive).
If you are interested in having…
November 16, 2025 at 6:03 AM
From storieswithoutlabels.com: #VanIsle #Neurodivergent

1) “🌿 Free Yourself from the Chaos — Learn Co-Regulation 🌿

If your child struggles with big feelings or sensory overload, this gentle workshop in #Nanaimo will help you turn those moments into calm connection.

🗓Nov 19…
November 16, 2025 at 5:30 AM
From the bcecoseedcoop.com newsletter feat. #Nanaimo’s birdieandbees.ca Garden at Bowen & Labieux:

1) “Shop owners, did you know that you can carry BC Eco Seed Co-op seeds in your store? Our partners include refill stores, garden centres and nurseries, cafes…
November 15, 2025 at 9:16 PM
From Loaves & Fishes #Nanaimo:

“We always appreciate the donation of egg cartons. We sometimes divide eggs into packs of 6 to ensure that as many people as possible have access to this staple item.

If you have clean egg cartons please drop them off at our warehouse at…

Eggs, egg cartons.
November 6, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Local Farmer looking to secure local farmland to feed Mid-Island communities #VanIsle #Regenerative glassenfarms.com

From Glassen Farms: “My wife, Sam and I are looking to buy a small farm. I have been farming lease land in #Nanaimo and will continue to lease bigger fields in Cedar/Yellowpoint…
November 6, 2025 at 1:44 PM
From #Nanaimo Foundation: #VanIsle
“Vital Signs 2025 is here!

Join us Thursday, November 13th for the official launch of our 2025 Vital Signs report. This community checkup will include a closer look at #foodsecurity, #arts & culture, #housing, and more.

Come meet local…
November 3, 2025 at 11:14 PM
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November 3, 2025 at 3:37 AM
…lentils and incense, as well as all of the other staple grocery items.
November 3, 2025 at 3:36 AM
BUSINESSVERSARY!!!) to fill up a big jar of oregano and other goods. Then downtown to Flying Fish for various pie-baking items to empty out the freezer with. Then up to the legendary Superette Foods to restock groceries - delighted by their excellent, wide-ranging selection of…
November 3, 2025 at 3:35 AM
Last-minute errands today. Stopped in to the Old City Quarter to Windowseat #Books for a couple crafty reads that caught my eye & listened to a tune being played on their upright piano 🎹🎹🎹, then to Vancouver Island #Refillery (HAPPY 4 YEAR… #Nanaimo #VanIsle #IndieBookstore
November 3, 2025 at 3:34 AM
From Bayview Strong Start #Nanaimo:

“Hi neighbours!
This Wednesday evening November 5 is SECA Games Night at the MGM Restaurant - 6 pm to 8 pm. Bring your favourite board game or just enjoy a chocolate fudge brownie.
Hope to see you there!

SECA(South End Community Association)”
November 3, 2025 at 3:33 AM
Walk on over and check out your local neighbourhood #LittleLibrary!
Now that it’s Cozy Up On the Couch Season, peruse the local selection for a few books to stock up on. 📚 When you’re finished reading bring it back or share with someone else… #Nanaimo #VanIsle
November 3, 2025 at 2:32 AM
From Living Soils Farm 13595 Doole Rd: #Nanaimo #VanIsle #FarmGate #LocalFood
November 1, 2025 at 2:58 AM
From Children’s Health Foundation of #VancouverIsland:

“Work is officially underway on Jesse's House. And we're one exciting step closer to making sure kids receiving health care in #Nanaimo have their families by their side when they need them most.

Join us and help build…
October 31, 2025 at 1:19 AM
From #VancouverIsland Refillery virefillery.ca : #Nanaimo #VanIsle #ZeroWaste

“Looking for some fun ways to keep #Halloween festive and eco-friendly this year? Take a look at some of our favourites:

👻 Thrift costumes from your local thrift store or hold a costume…
October 28, 2025 at 7:45 PM
“…Nanaimo North Town Centre
Country Club Centre”
October 28, 2025 at 7:24 PM
From Poverty Advocacy #Nanaimo:

“🎃👻FREE FAMILY ACTIVITIES ON FRI OCT 31ST👻🎃

Thanks so much to these local community organizations and businesses for hosting fun Halloween events for all.

Tillicum Lelum Aboriginal Friendship Centre
Old City Quarter… #VanIsle
October 28, 2025 at 7:23 PM
From Stefanie Mooney: #Nanaimo #VanIsle

“Hi!
I work with the UBC Postgraduate Family Practice Residency Program, and we are hosting an Ultrasound Course on Sunday, November 2nd, and Monday, November 3rd at NRGH (2nd floor, Room 2060). We are currently in urgent need of…
October 28, 2025 at 2:37 AM
From #Nanaimo Family Life Association:

“We are looking for volunteers for our Seniors Transportation program!🚙🌾

Please reach out to our Volunteer Coordinator to signup!
📞 250 - 754 - 3331 EXT 213
✉️ [email protected]#VanIsle #Volunteer
October 27, 2025 at 8:38 PM