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Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Comox Nautical Days
The BC Day Long Weekend is almost here, and with it comes the annual Filberg Festival, and Comox Nautical Days! Labels: entertainment, events
Be sure to check out the festivities this year! The schedule is out for Nautical Days! Be sure to have a look
- Nautical Days Schedule
- Filberg Festival Info and Hours
posted @ 5:25 PM
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Sunday, July 15, 2007
Hot Hot Hot in the Valley
Near record temperatures were present last week as the summers first heat wave swept the Valley. Labels: weather
The old July 11 record is a scorching 34.4 and last week we fell just short with temperatures reaching a toasty 34.1. According to the Comox Valley Record the hottest temperature on recorded record for the Valley is 34.8 set just last summer on July 6.
Comox Valley Guide has a weather page dedicated to Comox Valley Weather, however the statistics, provided by Environment Canada only include temperatures up to 2000.
According to the Weather Network, temperatures this week should fall around the high teens, low 20's with the heat returning after next weekend and approaching the low 30's again.
Seems like only a short time ago we were complaining about the cold...
posted @ 8:37 AM
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Monday, July 09, 2007
Fire at the Palace Theatre
A Comox Valley landmark, the Palace Theatre underwent some serious damage Wednesday after a blaze swept through the building.
After a four hour fight the fire had been extinguished, but the damage was severe. No word yet if the 1940's building can or will be recovered.
The fire broke out just after 11 am when roofers were torching during roof repairs as part of the recent renovations.
posted @ 5:10 PM
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Wednesday, July 04, 2007
Comox Valley Photos Extended with Flickr
In order to help with updating, bandwidth, and selection, Comox Valley Guide now has a Flickr account for additional photos! You will still find a great selection of pictures in our Photos Section on Comox Valley Guide, however, for an expanded selection check out Comox Valley Photos on Flickr!
We strive to make this site more informative and useful to all those interested in the Valley and this is just one way we are able to expand on our online info.
Enjoy
posted @ 5:10 PM
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37th Annual Market Day
In a few short weeks downtown 5th St will once again be closed off to vehicle traffic as shoppers take the streets for a day of shopping.
The 37th annual Market Day will take place on Friday July 20 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. in downtown Courtenay.
A pancake breakfast will kick the day off at the Filberg Centre in the upstairs conference room, and a food court will be set up at the corner of 5th and England.
The streets will be lined with tents and umbrellas as downtown murchants display their products among a mix of local and island crafters and artisans.
There will be plenty of entertainment in the form of various musical theatre groups, musicians, and performers. Kids will be entertained by balloon artist Lawrence, as well as clowns roaming about.
posted @ 8:47 AM
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Tuesday, July 03, 2007
Signup for Build Bail & Sail!
Summer is finally here, and with it comes a number of events designed for the whole family! Comox Nautical days is no exception, and for years the annual "Build, Bail & Sail" race has been a big hit for the huge crowds that line the shores of the Comox Marina.
This post is to put out the reminder that it is now time to sign up for this years event. The race takes place on Monday August 6, 2007, and this year there is space for 16 teams. Entries close at 10:00am Friday July 27.
Some notes about the race:
- 2 persons per team
- Refundable $30/person deposit (refundable apon completion of the race)
You can enter at the Central Builders (Home Hardware) Accounting Office at 610 Anderton Ave in Courtenay, or call 250.334.4416.
posted @ 4:02 PM
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