The Vault Bazaar
If I could name only one place that really screams “Nanaimo,” that place would be The Vault Café. Before moving to this city, I never thought I...
The Vault Cafe
Sober Nights in Nanaimo
As Nanaimo’s population marches past 90,000, and businesses note the growing influx of university students, the need for an accessible night-life...
Bursting the Bubble: The Strength of Community in Nanaimo’s Music Scene
What’s it like to be a band in Nanaimo? If you ask the members of Sweetdreams and Lovely Grime, you can expect to hear a lot about community...
Kendall Patrick Peaks and Valleys
Above: ???? courtesy of HYPE music By Arts Editor Cheryl Folland It only takes one listen to hear the depth of life experience and heartache in...
Local Music Spotlight: Maverick Cinema featuring Stel
By Arts Editor Cheryl Folland Nanaimo’s music scene is alive and well. On any given night, there is at least one live show happening in the downtown...
Local Hotspot: The Vault Cafe Open Mic Wednesday
By Arts Editor Cheryl Folland Over the next few months, The Nav will be showcasing local venues that provide a platform for artists looking to break...