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SUMMARY:Miranda Sage Quartet at Simonholt Restaurant
DESCRIPTION:Simonholt Restaurant is very pleased to announce that The\nexceptionally talented Miranda Sage Quartet will be playing for us\, July\n12th. 7:300pm. Miranda will be touring her latest album release. \nMiranda’s Quartet features the Award winning Mike Allen (tnr. sax)\, Dr.\nTony Genge (keys) and Ken Lister (bass)\nMiranda studied jazz vocals with Jordan\, Jay Clayton\, Louise Rose and\nseminal British jazz singer Norma Winstone who praises Miranda’s singing\non her latest album as “very flexible and natural.” \nBorn in England and raised in Victoria\, B.C. in a musical family that\nincludes uncle Nick Newall of the Kinks\, Miranda was taught piano by her\nmother before she started school. Sage played lute\, harp\, clarinet and\nalto sax in school then took up guitar and a professional career\nincluding tours of Europe\, England and the U.S. in her 20’s. \nShe has performed with Hugh Fraser’s Big Band\, the Port Townsend Jazz\nFestival Big Band\, and Swiftsure Big Band. Sage’s vocals were also\nshowcased at Scotland’s Mid Argyle Annual Gala\, Isle of Wight Jazz Divas\nFestival\, Alberta’s Beneath the Arches concert series\, multiple\nappearances at the TOSH concert series in Qualicum Beach\, and Victoria\nInternational Jazz Festival. Miranda and Don Thompson toured throughout\nwestern Canada. Her recorded performances were also featured on 16\ncompilation discs released in Taiwan and Singapore. \nTickets for Miranda’s are $30.00 (students\, NIJFA subscribers and\nQuadwrangle Regulars $25.00) available from Simonholt (250) 933-3338.
URL:https://www.simonholt.ca/event/miranda-sage-quartet-at-simonholt-restaurant/
LOCATION:SIMONHOLT Food\, Drink & Live Music Restaurant\, 6582 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9V 0A4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live Music Events
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SUMMARY:RIPPLE ROCK at Simonholt Restaurant
DESCRIPTION:Wanapa’s Entertainment Presents \nRIPPLE ROCK is a 4-piece band that packs a serious rock punch. With excellent variety of classic rock hits\, lights a fuse under your shoes getting you up moving and grooving. Get ready for an Explosive Experience. \nSATURDAY JULY 25 2026\nShowtime 7:30pm – 9:30pm\nReservations Required: please call 250 933-3338 Simonholt Resturant to book your table.Tickets: $15 available on Showpass ticket link or @ Simonholt Resturant \nCampbell River born and bred\, hard rocking band Ripple Rock has been on the North Vancouver\nIsland scene for nearly 5 years. Originally a 3 piece formed by Kelly Eden\, Brett Richards and Justin\nMifflin they set out with one simple mission\, to play the best possible iterations of the most\nimpactful musical pieces ever created. Over time\, it became clear that a 4th member would help\nunlock an even broader selection of fantastic music while enhancing the experience from our live\nperformances. Ben Jackson was introduced in 2026 and has filled that role with exceptional vigor.\nFrom the sweet southern melodies of Chris Stapleton and the Doobie Brothers\, to the hard hitting\nrock masterpieces of the Foo Fighters\, Ripple Rock delivers a custom tailored live performance\nsuitable for private parties to the big stage. Serving Vancouver Island\, let Ripple Rock take your\nvenue to the next level
URL:https://www.simonholt.ca/event/ripple-rock-at-simonholt-restaurant/
LOCATION:SIMONHOLT Food\, Drink & Live Music Restaurant\, 6582 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9V 0A4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live Music Events
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SUMMARY:The Roy Styffe Quartet in Simonholt Restaurant
DESCRIPTION:Simonholt is very pleased to announce that The Roy Styffe Quartet will\nbe playing at the Simonholt Restaurant\, Aug. 2nd. 7:30pm. Undoubtedly\,\nthis band contains some of North America’s best players; the\nextraordinary Roy Styffe (saxes)\, the amazing Rob Cheramy (guitar)\, the\nexceptional Steve Wallace (bass) and the stick perfect Kelby McNayr\n(drums). We are so excited about this band that we are recording the\nshow with a view to an live album release. \nRegarded by many as one of the finest improvisers in Canada.\nMulti-instrumentalist (saxophone/clarinet/flute) Roy Styffe has been\nwowing audiences for over 30 years. He has played with the greatest\nnames in Canadian jazz and continues to push the envelope of excellence\nin the world of improvisation. \nRoy has been active as a leader\, performer and composer for the past\ntwenty five years. Some notable highlights have been performing with Ed\nBickert\, Kenny Wheeler\, Daniel Lapp\, Tony Genge\, Pat Collins\, John\nMcLeod\, Neil Swainson\, Phil Dwyer\, Pat LaBarbara\, Phil Woods\, Renee\nRosnes\, Hal McKusick and touring with Don Thompson’s Banff Alumni Jazz\nEnsemble.  In 1986 Roy played with The Temptations for Expo ’86\, and in\n1988 he played with Rob McConnell in his big band at the Calgary Winter\nOlympics. \nTickets for Roy’s show are $30.00 (students\, NIJFA subscribers and\nQuadwrangle Regulars $25.00) available from Simonholt (250) 933-3338
URL:https://www.simonholt.ca/event/the-roy-styffe-quartet-in-simonholt-restaurant/
LOCATION:SIMONHOLT Food\, Drink & Live Music Restaurant\, 6582 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9V 0A4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live Music Events
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SUMMARY:Simonholt Social night: 🎤Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:🎤Karaoke Night is coming to Simonholt!\n**No cover charge**\nWednesday\, August 5 🕡 6:30–8:30 PM\n🎶 Grab your friends and join us!\nReservations recommended.\nWho’s ready to sing? 🎶\nJoin us for Karaoke Night at Simonholt with great Food and Drinks!\n🎙️ All voices welcome.\n👇 Would you sing? 🎵 YES 🙈 I’LL CHEER \n✨️Hope to see you!
URL:https://www.simonholt.ca/event/simonholt-social-night-%f0%9f%8e%a4karaoke-night/
LOCATION:SIMONHOLT Food\, Drink & Live Music Restaurant\, 6582 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9V 0A4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:🎤Karaoke Night
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SUMMARY:🎤 Comedy & Cocktails at Simonholt 🍸
DESCRIPTION:🎤 Comedy & Cocktails at Simonholt 🍸 \nGet ready for an unforgettable night of laughter\, handcrafted cocktails\, and great company! \nWanapa’s Entertainment proudly presents Comedy & Cocktails at Simonholt Restaurant in Nanaimo. Join us for an evening of nonstop laughs featuring talented local comedians in one of Nanaimo’s favorite live entertainment venues. \n🎭 Featuring: \n• Peter Hudson \n• Corey Kennedy \n• Dustin Estill \nWhether you’re planning a date night\, a night out with friends\, or simply looking for a fun evening\, this is the perfect event. Enjoy delicious food\, handcrafted cocktails\, while experiencing live comedy at it’s best. \nEvent Details \n📅 Date: Saturday\, August 15\, 2026 \n🕢 Show Starts: 7:30 PM \n📍 Venue: Simonholt Restaurant\, 6582 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo\, BC \n🎟️ Tickets: $20 \nhttps://www.showpass.com/comedy-and-cocktails-live-at-simonholt/ \nTable Reservations Required \nSeating is limited\, so we encourage you to contact Simonholt Restaurant to reserve your table before the show. \nCome for the cocktails\, stay for the comedy\, and enjoy an evening filled with laughter\, great food\, and unforgettable entertainment. \nGrab your tickets today before they sell out! \nHeadliner \n•Peter Hudson is a professional comedian from Vancouver Island \nHis raw \, high energy comedy is world class. \nHe has headlined all over North America \nAnd worked with some of the best including Jon Lovitz\,Trailer Park Boys and Kenny vs Spenny to name a few. \nHeadlined Just For Laughs\, MTV and is a National YukYuks Headliner.
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LOCATION:SIMONHOLT Food\, Drink & Live Music Restaurant\, 6582 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9V 0A4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Comedy and cocktails
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SUMMARY:Simonholt Social Night: Nanaimo Speed Dating Event new!
DESCRIPTION:Nanaimo Speed Dating Event \nLooking to meet someone new in a fun\, relaxed setting? Join us for an exciting evening at Simonholt Restaurant (6582 Applecross Rd.\, Nanaimo\, BC) on Saturday\, August 22\, with doors opening at 6:00 PM. \nSpeed Dating Event starts 6:30pm \nHosted by Wanapa Frandsen\, you’ll enjoy a warm\, welcoming atmosphere while meeting new people through at least 25 speed dates\, each lasting 2 minutes. After the speed dating session\, stay for an open mingle hour to reconnect and continue the conversation. \nTickets are $25 and include one complimentary drink (beer on tap\, one well highball\, or a glass of red or white wine). \nhttps://www.showpass.com/vancouver-island-speed-dating-nanaimo/ \nRecommended age: 30–60\, but everyone is welcome!
URL:https://www.simonholt.ca/event/simonholt-social-night-nanaimo-speed-dating-event-new/
LOCATION:SIMONHOLT Food\, Drink & Live Music Restaurant\, 6582 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9V 0A4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Speed dating Event
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SUMMARY:Simonholt Social Night: Craft Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun monthly Craft Night at Simonholt Restaurant in Nanaimo.​\n​\nHosted by Lost Arts Club \nWednesday is happy hour all day\, be sure to enjoy some of these amazing specials!\n​\n​Crafting will start at 6:00pm!\n​\nGroup seating will be in place \nhttps://www.lostartsclub.org/simonholt \n  \n\n$25-$28 | Gemstone Crafts\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this class\, you will learn how to create a stunning Gemstone and Copper Teardrop Faux Plant. You will explore techniques for crafting lifelike teardrop-shaped leaves using a variety of gemstones and copper wire. The class will guide you through the process of assembling and designing the plant potting it into a small clay planter accented with polished stones. By the end\, you’ll have a beautiful\, low-maintenance decorative piece perfect for any space. \n​ \nor Create a beautiful copper wire tree with your choice of gemstone bead colors\, and attach it to a unique piece of driftwood. This exquisite and easy-to-make artwork is perfect for participants of all ages. All supplies are included\, so come and enjoy crafting your own stunning copper wire tree in this fun and creative workshop! \n​ \nor Create your own unique driftwood windchime using copper wire\, gemstone and glass beads\, and pieces of driftwood. This beautiful artwork can be displayed inside or outside\, adding a touch of nature and elegance to any space. All supplies are included for this creative and enjoyable workshop\, suitable for participants of all ages. Join us and craft a charming windchime to enjoy for years to come!
URL:https://www.simonholt.ca/event/simonholt-social-night-craft-night/
LOCATION:SIMONHOLT Food\, Drink & Live Music Restaurant\, 6582 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9V 0A4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Craft Night
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SUMMARY:Simonholt Social Night: Craft Night
DESCRIPTION:$35-$40| Seaglass Tree or Snowman\n\n\nCreate your own unique sea glass Christmas tree using our selection of local and cultured sea glass\, driftwood\, starfish\, and other decorations on a cedar plank. You can choose to enhance your tree with a string of warm white or colored lights if you choose. \n​ \nor Create a charming Seaglass Snowman with fairy lights on a rustic cedar board in this fun\, festive class. You’ll arrange twinkling lights and seaglass pieces into a snowman design\, add your beaded carrot nose\, lava stone mouth and buttons then finish it off with artificial starfish in the sky—perfect for holiday décor or gifting
URL:https://www.simonholt.ca/event/simonholt-social-night-craft-night-2/
LOCATION:SIMONHOLT Food\, Drink & Live Music Restaurant\, 6582 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9V 0A4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Craft Night
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SUMMARY:Simonholt Social Night: Craft Night
DESCRIPTION:Nov. 4\, 6:00pm-8:00pm$60 | Driftwood Tree\n\n\nJoin us to make a beautiful Driftwood Tree! Choose from a variety of driftwood sizes with pre-drilled holes to build your tree on a live edge wood base with a central metal rod. String a 36-LED light strand around your branches and decorate the tips with sea glass. Top your tree with two starfish and optionally glue sand and shells on the base. These trees stand approximately 20 inches tall. All supplies are included\, and participants of all ages are welcome to join this fun and creative workshop!
URL:https://www.simonholt.ca/event/simonholt-social-night-craft-night-3/
LOCATION:SIMONHOLT Food\, Drink & Live Music Restaurant\, 6582 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9V 0A4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Craft Night
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