The Uptown Urban Market is open again for the season. This year they are open three days a week, Friday from noon to 6 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Located on Second Avenue, the market offers products from local bakers, producers, growers and artisans. 250-720-5470.
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The weekly craft market at Harbour Quay has opened again for the summer. Open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Sunday through September. The market offers beautiful handcrafted items including furniture, preserves, clothing and home and fashion accessories.
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Bike to Work Week takes place May 29 to June 40 in Port Alberni. Week-long events hosted by Cycle Alberni and their sponsors include celebration stations at various locations, a bike parade, bike rodeo and adult urban bike skills course. To register, and be eligible for great prizes, go to www.biketowork.ca/port-alberni
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Kristy Krishan is a medical laser technician who offers a variety of laser treatments in her new salon on Gertrude Street. Live Love Laser offers laser hair removal, skin resurfacing &rejuvenation, and body contouring. Krishan uses Zo Skin Health, Glo Minerals makeup, Latisse and more. Located at 4521 Gertrude Street. Call 250-735-4418 or find her on Facebook.
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Bistro Breizh is a new mobile concession located at Tyee Landing and at West Coast General Hospital. Offering the traditional delights of the Brittany region of France, particularly savoury and sweet crepes, using locally sourced ingredients. The bistro operates at Tyee Landing Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and weekends from about 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and at the hospital on Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Check their website for the schedule. www.bistrobreizh.com or find them on Facebook.
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Island Collectibles has moved from Nanaimo to Port Alberni. Owner Lisa Nogier has been in the business for three years and moved to Port Alberni because the cost of living is much better here. She specializes in antique and vintage wood furniture as well as collectibles like signs. Located in Southgate Centre near Mountain View Bakery, on Gertrude Street. Call 1-250-755-9572.
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Has it been a year already? Alberni Aquarium and Stewardship Centre celebrated their one-year anniversary on May 6 with cake, crafts, activities and free admission. The centre, operated by West Coast Aquatic, features a variety of local sea creatures in tanks and touch tanks. Watch for a special whale exhibit coming this summer. 250-724-3600
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The Westwind Pub will hold its 21st annual Show &Shine Sunday, June 4. Registration 8 a.m., show starts at 10 a.m. 250-724-1324.
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Boomtown Café has opened their doors on Argyle Street at Kingsway Avenue, next to Azalea Flowers &Gifts. Owners Dana Dore and Brenda Bunbrack are cooking up breakfast and lunch as well as sweet treats for your coffee break.
Teresa Bird is the Alberni Valley News publisher. Have you got a business tip for Teresa? E-mail her at publisher@albernivalleynews.com or call her directly at 778-421-8068.