88.5 The Beach

Expect delays ~Megan

Heads up, we know you like our road reports, this one is not in our area but may affect you.

Hwy 19 is closed in both directions at Englishman River Bridge, check Drive BC for updates.

https://www.drivebc.ca/mobile/pub/events/Highway19.html

Broadcasting from Clocktower Square in Qualicum Beach for our "All or Nothing" mystery box with Rock the Park weekend passes!
Come down get your name in the draw! ~Megan

"Can you watch my toys? Just in case they're real..." ~Megan

Congratulations to Kayla for this winning joke:
"What did the ocean say to the beach? Nothing. It just waved."

It's MONDAY YUMDAY! Win $25 to Ricky's by sharing a joke! Winner will be announced at 9:30 this morning (Monday July 22). ~Megan

"It's too damn sunny to be stuck in the office"... heard not given! ☀️~Megan

Finish this sentence... ~Megan

It's ! This bears the question, what DOESN'T belong on a hot dog? ~Megan

Oh fun! Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park has an activity for Canada's Parks Day this Saturday. ~Megan

Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 20 and join us on Parks Day for a celebration of BC Parks and the joy of being outdoors! 🌲✨

Visitors to the following parks on Parks Day will receive a fun giveaway by participating in a treasure hunt hosted by our passionate and knowledgeable Discover Parks Ambassadors!

- Alice Lake Park
- Golden Ears Park
- Rathtrevor Beach Park
- Cypress Park
- Goldstream Park
- Cultus Lake Park
- Lac Le Jeune Park
- Bear Creek Park
- Kikomun Creek Park

Can’t make it to one of our designated parks? No problem! Visit DiscoverParks.ca to complete the treasure hunt in your local park and to enter our grand prize draw. See you in the parks 👋

It's going to be another hot 🌡day... week, in fact. Where do you go to cool down? Which beach/river/waterpark/location do you head to? ~Megan

Woot! This week's winner is Julie with this joke:
"How do you catch a rare bunny? Unique up on it!"

It's Monday YUMDAY!
Share your joke below for a shot at $25 to Ricky's All Day Grill! Winner will be announced at 9:30 this morning (Monday July 15th). ~Megan

It's !
I have questions!
1) What's something weird you've seen anyone put on fries?
2) What makes the most delicious fries?
3) Who's your go-to fry provider?
~Megan

The last text you got will be printed on your headstone. What is it? Mine is "Will do!" (famous last words)😂 ~Megan

I gotta ask it (not that the heat warning is over)... how have you been keeping cool? ~Megan

Congratulations to Adrienne for this week's winning joke:
"Where do Easter bunnies go for a night out?
To the chocolate bar!"

It's Monday YUMDAY!
Share your joke below for a shot at $25 to Ricky's All Day Grill! Winner will be announced at 9:30 this morning (Monday July 8). ~Megan

Heat Warning in effect - some cooling spaces in Oceanside include:
City of Parksville offices
Town of Qualicum Beach Town Hall
Qualicum Beach Civic Centre - Lions Room
Oceanside Place
Ravensong Aquatic Centre
VI Regional Library Qualicum Beach
VI Regional Library Parksville
Info from RDN:https://www.rdn.bc.ca/sites/default/files/inline-files/Extreme%20Heat%20Cooling%20spaces%20in%20the%20RDN%202023.pdf
Heat warning: https://weather.gc.ca/city/pages/bc-98_metric_e.html ~Megan

Sunday is ! What's something that chocolate makes better... other than everything? ~Megan

What's a Summer thing you *have* to experience in Oceanside? What do you suggest to people? ~Megan

This should go without saying, but with the high temperatures on the way, here's a reminder from BC SPCA (BCSPCA) to not leave pets in vehicles. ~Megan

🧐How often do you 🔎Google🔍 your symptoms of something before going to a doctor? Do you find it helps or creates a panic? ~Megan

What's a highlight from your week?
I know I'm supposed to say mine was my niece's wedding... but it truly was feeding this beaut! Did you know Kelowna has this Kangaroo Creek Farm? It was the most neato day! ~Megan

Congratulations to Sherryl for this week's winning joke:
"Did you hear about the pine tree that got a time-out? It was being knotty! 🤣🤣"

It's TUESday YUMDAY!
Share your joke below for a shot at $25 to Ricky's All Day Grill! Winner will be announced at 9:30 this morning (Tuesday July 2). ~Megan

The Parade is about to start! 🥳

Monday is Canada Day and the day to celebrate in Parksville with the popular parade along Island Highway East and live music and entertainment, food trucks and a special day in the park with family, friends and neighbours. See you there.
https://letstalkparksville.ca/canadaday

It's Monday YUMDAY!
Share your joke below for a shot at $25 to Ricky's All Day Grill! Winner will be announced at 9:30 this morning (Monday June 24). ~Megan

Busy weekend in Qualicum with Grad and the QB Triathlon!
Here are the road closures for this weekend: https://myemail-api.constantcontact.com/Traffic-Interruptions---June-22---23.html?soid=1133382908843&aid=5D3QX4LZ7NA ~Megan

🚧🚧 Road closures and traffic control will be in place to assist the Grad Parade and QB Triathalon in hosting their events, ensuring public safety and smooth operation.

We thank you for your patience as we assist in hosting these community events!

For full details and maps visit https://conta.cc/3VttY19

🎈 🎈🎈 For event details on Grad Parade visit https://www.sd69.bc.ca/school/KSS/students/graduation
🎈🎈🎈 For event details on the QB Triathalon visit https://www.facebook.com/QualicumBeachTriathlon

Happy First Day of Summer! It's the longest day of the year 🙌☀️
What's something you'd like to do this summer? ~Megan

Today is - the comic strip was first published on June 19th, 1978!
So, in honour of the beloved Garfield, what makes you grumpy? Many things, but especially an interrupted sleep! ~Megan

Okay but do they even know about Clifford?! ~Megan

Kevin the Great Dane verified as tallest living dog: "He's a gentle giant" Kevin the Great Dane is the world's tallest dog living (male) thanks to his 0.97 m (3 ft 2 in) height.

Congrats to this week's winner! Shelley :D
"What's the one thing you're always guaranteed to get on your birthday? A year older" 😅

It's Monday YUMDAY!
Share your joke below for a shot at $25 to Ricky's All Day Grill! Winner will be announced at 9:30 this morning (Monday June 17). ~Megan