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There will be two stages at Sunday’s event — one for music and one for magic — and more than 150 artisans, food vendors and businesses are expected to participate

Enjoy music, magic, artisans and a fastest dog ­competition at the Village Block Party in Cook Street Village on Sunday.

The event runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, June 9 on Cook Street from Oscar Street to Park ­Boulevard. There will be a free bike lock-up.>>> How to sign up for CIBC Run for the Cure Registration is now open for this year’s CIBC Run for the Cure, an annual fundraiser for the Canadian Cancer Society, taking place across the country and in Victoria on Oct. 6.

“Urban design and active transportation are really fascinating topics that impact us all on a day-to-day level”, said Reid. “Once you start learning about this stuff, you’ll never look at a city the same way again.”• For more information, send an email to ­. “As we celebrate our 50th year, we reflect on the incredible journey that has brought us to this moment. It’s a testament to the tireless dedication of our staff, volunteers, and supporters who have remained ­steadfast in our mission to make a meaningful ­difference in the lives of others,” said Tricia Gueulette, Beacon Community Services CEO.

Participants can pull together a team of five ­people and walk the 10 kilometres around Elk Lake once a week for the month, or a team of 10 to walk 20­ kilometres each in a month to hit the target.>>> Concerts in the Park has music covered in Nanaimo Enjoy free concerts featuring a number of musical ­genres as the City of Nanaimo presents this year’s ­Concerts in the Park series at various parks in the region, now until Aug. 23.

The next concert, set for June 12 at Kin Park, features Baby Bleu from 6 to 7 p.m. Audience members are asked to bring a chair or a blanket and to dress for the weather. Parking is limited at many parks, so attendees are encouraged to use alternative transportation when possible.

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