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Simms Park Summer Concert Series Continues Till the End of August

This past summer parts of the Courtenay Airpark were treated with solarization to destroy weeds and the weed seed bed in the soil. This is a process of using the sun’s energy to destroy unwanted plants without the use of herbicides. Polyethylene was applied to the areas and removed after about one month. In the winter these areas will be planted with native plants including camas bulbs, Hookers onion and Oregon sunshine. This is part of continuing work done by Comox Valley Nature and the City of Courtenay to restore and maintain the Courtenay Airpark. Solarization Project at Courtenay Airpark

Enjoy the rest of summer with FREE concerts at Courtenay’s Simms Millenium Park on Sundays at 7:00 pm. Bring your own lawnchair or blanket and enjoy the show! • August 12 - Songwriters Circle ~ Featuring Ryan Castle, Ashley Ball, Gord Phillips, Riel, Allana Clark & Nathan Senner • August 19 - The Olsen Bros ~ A country & rock band from Washington State known for tight harmonies and a fun energetic vibe • August 26 - Pure Petty - This rocking tribute to Tom Petty promises to be a high energy and fun night in this season closer at the park. For this last concert of the season, we are holding a Food Bank Drive . Please bring a non-perishable food item as a donation. For information: Lewis Centre 250-338-5371 or get updates at www.courtenay.ca/simms

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COURTENAY PARKS

Courtenay Park Bookings

To book a park or play field , call the Lewis Centre at 250-338-5371.

Courtenay Recreation coordinates the use of all parks and school playing fields located in the City of Courtenay. Field Closures: Fields may be closed due to weather conditions. We would appreciate your cooperation in not using the fields during these times. Courtenay Recreation also books the Artificial Turf Field located at GP Vanier. Please note that only limited spaces are available.

Schools: • Arden • Mark Isfeld • Lake Trail • G.P. Vanier • Valley View

City Parks: • Bill Moore Park • Puntledge Park • Lewis Park • Valley View Park • Martin Park

• Huband Park • Queneesh El. • Courtenay El. • Puntledge Park

• Woodcote Park • Standard Park • Simms Park • Courtenay Riverway

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