Matty Mingles Magic

06/20/2026

Thank you Bayview PAC for inviting me to entertain at your event! I had a fantastic time sharing magic with so many enthusiastic young people.

A special shoutout to Omie, a Bayview student and future entertainer, who showed me some of the tricks she’s been working on. I was very impressed—what a talented and dedicated young lady!

Thank you for such a wonderful experience.

~Matty

06/16/2026

Last week, I was invited back to Sandowne Elementary to entertain at their Fun Fair, and I had an absolute blast!

A big thank-you to Heather, the PAC, the kids, and the parents for their warm welcome and wonderful hospitality. I appreciate all the compliments and words of kindness. The photo shoots were a fun addition to my evening.

One of my favourite moments of the event came when I was asked to perform a trick that ends with a surprise treat the child keeps. As I got started, I was certain I recognized the girl from just a few minutes earlier and thought, “Didn’t I already do this trick for her?”

It turns out I hadn’t.

They were triplets!

THREE of the exact same looking person is a trippy sight.

Barnyard Party Animals was a highlight.

06/07/2026

Seven years ago, I built a small food stand to share the extra vegetables from our garden with our neighbours. To my surprise, other neighbours began contributing their own garden vegetables to share as well. Once the gardening season ended, the stand evolved into a place where people could share all kinds of food items with anyone who might need them.

Because the stand was originally intended as a short-term project, it was never built to withstand years of weather and use. Thanks to a $500 Neighbourhood Small Grant through Nanaimo Foundation, I was able to give it new life. I rebuilt the stand for $200, and with the remaining $300, I purchased as much sale-priced food as possible to help keep the shelves stocked in the weeks that followed.
A heartfelt thank you to Chelsea and the team at Nanaimo Foundation for helping me continue supporting our community and helping me help others.

The Neighbourhood Small Grants (NSG) program fosters community connections by providing up to $500 to individuals to create projects that bring people together. Open to people of all backgrounds, these grants support initiatives that strengthen social bonds, encourage skill-sharing, and make our neighbourhoods more vibrant. By inspiring people to connect and collaborate, NSG helps build stronger, more engaged communities. Whether it's organizing a local event or sharing a talent, your project can make a real difference in bringing neighbours closer together.
The next application period opens in August 2026.

06/05/2026

06/02/2026

What an incredible show!

A huge thank you to Karen at Inclusion Parksville Society for connecting with me and for accepting my invitation to perform. It was an absolute pleasure entertaining such a sweet, enthusiastic, and engaged audience. Your energy, laughter, and amazement made the experience truly special and reminded me why I love what I do.

I'm grateful for the warm welcome and the opportunity to share some magic with such wonderful people. Thank you all for making it a memorable event!

06/01/2026

A huge thank you to Miranda, Sue, and Greg for the incredible hospitality and for giving this magician the best audience anyone could ask for!

The kids absolutely loved the magic show, and their reactions were as genuine as they come. Seeing the smiles, laughter, wide eyes, and moments of pure amazement is what makes performing so rewarding.

Thank you for having me and for helping create such a fun and memorable experience. It was a pleasure sharing some magic with everyone!

05/31/2026

What a fantastic time I had performing at Tansor Elementary School’s Fun Fair on Friday!

A huge thank you to Courtney and Jennifer for having me and for all the hard work that went into organizing such a wonderful event. I’d also like to give a big thank you to all the amazing volunteers who helped make the day such a success. Your dedication, energy, and enthusiasm created a fun-filled experience for everyone.
And to the Principal Brent for the hospitality.

It was great seeing so many smiling faces, and I loved being part of such a fantastic community event.

I hope everyone had as much fun as I did!

Until next time,

– Matty Mingles

05/31/2026

What a wonderful day at Ladysmith Intermediate Fun Fair on Thursday.

It was such a pleasure to be part of an event that brought so many families together for a day filled with fun, laughter, and great memories. Seeing children and parents enjoying the activities, sharing smiles, and spending quality time together is what community events are all about.

A heartfelt thank you to Michele and Justine for inviting me to be part of the celebration, and to all the incredible volunteers whose hard work made the day possible. These events don’t happen without the dedication of people who care deeply about their school and community.

Thank you to all the families who stopped by, joined in the fun, and made the day so special. I had an amazing time performing for you all and hope I helped add a little extra magic to an already fantastic day.

Until next time!

– Matty Mingles

05/20/2026

What an amazing time performing at Ladysmith Intermediate School today! The students were absolutely fantastic — full of energy, excitement, and laughter from start to finish.

A huge thank you to all the kids for the awesome high-fives, kind compliments, and for making the show such a memorable experience. Your enthusiasm and curiosity made my day.
A big thank you to Mrs. J for the invite, your hospitality, and the best audience a performer could ever ask for.