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2008 - Greater Victoria Community Events -- as submitted by our viewers
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July 11 to August 16th
The Deceleration Chamber investigates the
elasticity of time and its relationship to tourism with screenings by Scott
Conarroe (Chicago) and Frédérick Belzile (Montreal), installation by Scott
Amos (Victoria), photography by Nathalie Daoust (Montreal) and sculpture by Daniel Tom (Vancouver). Open Space Arts Society
510 Fort St.
Victoria, BC
V8W 1E6 Phone: 250-383-8833 e-mail openspace@openspace.ca |
19th July 2008 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Adventure Camp Carnival at
3900 Metchosin Road.
Family fun day benefiting Boys & Girls Club and Big Brothers Big Sisters. Come out to enjoy the games and support mentoring in your community!! Many free activities – canoeing, archery, climbing wall, low ropes challenge course, $0.50 children’s games; dunk tank, hockey shoot, ring toss – Fabulous Prizes!
Contact Lois at Boys & Girls Clubs at 384.9133 ext 215 or bgvolunteer@bgcvic.org
Contact Mo at Big Brothers Big Sisters at 475.1117 ext 44 or at dev.assistant@bbbsvictoria.com |
July 19, 2008 .. 12:00 noon to 4:00 pm
Annual Moss Street Paint-In - Art Gallery of Greater Victoria’s Food & Beverage Garden: noon- 9 pm
Dancing to Kumbia: 4 pm to 9 pm The (a not-for-profit event) features invited professional and emerging artists from Victoria and Region who demonstrate their art to 30,000 visitors walking Moss Street from Fort to Dallas Road. The Paint-In offers visitors an opportunity to meet and discuss the artists' work and methods and to see an enormous variety of professional work at one time. |
July 20 - August 17, 2008 (Sunday Afternoons)
Hop, Skip & Jump & Song's I've Heard Canadian Pacific Ballet A participatory event for young children & the whole family
Market Square Courtyard
Tickets: By Donation
For more info on all events visit canadianpacificballet.org
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July 22 - August 19, 2008 (Tuesday Nights 8pm)
Ballet Under the Stars Canadian Pacific Ballet
An summer evening of beautiful classical and romantic works
Market Square Courtyard
Tickets: Adults: $20.00 & Children $15.00 (All Seats)
To reserve tickets call the CPB Box Office at 380.2522 or buy in person - Suite 41
For more info on all events visit canadianpacificballet.org |
June 24 - July 21
ACCENTUATE A new Victoria art collective known as MMBB will showcase a utopian version of the Slide Room Gallery as an ultimate modern cultural landmark within the larger urban context of the city of Victoria. They use the concept of the condominium showroom as a model for their ‘display’.
Opening reception, Saturday, June 28 @ 7:30 pm
Vancouver Island School of Art, Slide Room Gallery, 2549 Quadra St, Victoria, BC V8T 4E1 HOURS:
Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm (and sometimes on Saturday & Sunday
depending if there are workshops scheduled for VISA)
For more information, call 380-3500 or email info@slideroomgallery.com |
July 26 to August 4, 2008
The Stinking Fish Studio Tour -
Twenty-six artists in Metchosin and East Sooke open their studios to offer a rich artistic diversity featuring painting, fine porcelain, printmaking and mosaic; the sculptural beauty expressed in wood, metal and jewellery, as well as floral, textile and photographic works. Hours 10 am to 5 pm. Infor: Judi at 250-474-2676. Map and details on website - www.stinkingfishstudiotour.com |
July 26 to August 4th
Sooke Fine Arts 2008 -
Sooke is steeped in artistic talent and natural beauty making it the perfect host for Vancouver Island’s premier art show and sale for the past 20 years. Featuring over 400 artworks by at least 200 artists. Visit the free-standing gallery at the Sooke Arena. Contact Sooke Fine Arts Society 642-6411 or visit web site: sookefinearts.com |
July 27th .. 8 AM- 12 PM
HtO Thetis Lake Swim for MS
Join us on SUNDAY, JULY 27, 2008 for the 16th annual HtO Thetis Lake Swim for MS. Swimmers of all ages and abilities compete for fun and prizes. There is an 800m, 1.5km, 3km, and 5km. Everyone is welcome! This event is a fundraiser for the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada, and by collecting pledges you will make a difference in the fight against MS. All registrants will receive an event swim cap and post-event barbeque. Raise a minimum of $65 and get a technical t-shirt! For more information www.Hto.ca |
Friday, Aug 8th • Labyrinth (G)
Saturday, Aug 9th • Teenagers from Outer Space (G)
Saturday, Aug 16th • The Princess Bride (PG)
Saturday, Aug 23rd • Forbidden Planet (G)
Friday, Aug 29th • The Goonies (PG)
Saturday, Aug 30th • Bikini Beach (G)
Free Film Favorites Under the Stars
The Victoria Film Festival presents THE 8th ANNUAL FREE-B FILM FESTIVAL On select Fridays and Saturdays this August at the Cameron Band Shell in Beacon Hill Park. Absolutely FREE!
All shows start at 9PM! Victoria film lovers rejoice! Come and enjoy 3 of the top 10 movies of the 80’s along with 3 of the best B movies from the 50’s and 60’s. Relive favorite movies from your youth, not in the confinement of a movie theater but outside with your family and friends on a calm summer night. So go ahead and bring your snacks, your blankets and your whole family to enjoy a night of fun filled family entertainment with this year's fantastic lineup. Heck – why not come early and bring a picnic!: More information: http://www.VictoriaFilmFestival.com
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August 9 & 10, 2008 .. 10 am - 4 pm"
THE ARTS" AT GLENDALE GARDENS -
Art Show and Sale,
Local Artists and Craftsmen,
Saturday & Sunday, 505 Quayle Road, Saanich www.hcp.bc.ca |
August 9th & 10th, 2008
The Pairing of Art & Wine - will take place at the Chalet Estate Winery, from 11 am to 4 pm both days. The tasting room will be open during the show and wine patio, weather permitting. For more information you can contact the Winery at www.chaletestatevineyard.ca or phone; 250-656-2552 |
| August 16, 2008 in the afternoon and evening
The Cool Aid Arts Festival and 40th Reunion -
Features music, visual arts, spoken word, poetry, dance, theatre, comedy, performance art, etc. It will be held in Centennial Square (Victoria City Hall) on Saturday,Members of the public and anyone associated with Cool Aid over its 40-year history are welcome to come enjoy the many creative talents and the “Cool Aid Culture” for free and meet old friends. Information: (250) 590-1931 or www.CoolAid.org. |
August 23rd, 10 am to 1:00 pm
Kids Fun Day!
A free childrens event for the community, hosted by Saanichton Bible Fellowship
What's Fun? Bouncy Castle, Carnival Games (like Fish Pond, Face Painting), Squeaky the Clown, Charlie (Ventriloquist)
What's to Eat? Goodies and Lunch provided.
Where? Saanichton Bible Fellowship (across from the Saanich Pennisula Hospital), Mt. Newton Cross Road, Central Saanich
More information contact church office at 652-6311 or sbf@shawbiz.ca
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September 22 to 28, 2008
Active Aging Week Welcome Back to Wellness. Join us for an introduction to our recreation centres
and the activities we offer!
If you’re 50 years and better come in for a week of free
workshops, activities and social events.
Have fun, meet friends and get act ive wi t h us!
Pick up a brochure including a calendar of events during the first week of September from any local recreation centre.
Participating Rec Centres:
Oak Bay,
All Saanich Rec Centres,
Crystal Pool,
Esquimalt,
West Shore. |
| October 5th, 2008
Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation " CIBC Run for the Cure" -
Start 7:00 am University of Victoria.
The Run is Canada’s largest single day, volunteer-led fundraising event dedicated to raising funds for breast cancer research, education, and awareness programs.
Each year, thousands of Canadians of all ages and walks of life unite to participate in the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure. The reasons for participating vary, but we all have the same goal in mind: to create a future without breast cancer.
Make a difference and support the Run, the Foundation, and the cause.
Register today at www.cibcrunforthecure.com |
Movie Threatres .. A complete list of theatres located in the Greater Victoria area
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Other Event Sources .. |
Art Show Events and Exhibits event information is published free of charge
Vancouver Island Equestrian Events Calendar a complete list of Island Equestrian Events
Tourism Victoria Calendar of Events a great source for events in and around Greater Victoria
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Live Theatres, Ballets, Opera, Symphony, Music Guilds, Community Bands ..
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Beacon Hill Brass
Belfry Theatre
Canadian Pacific Ballet
Cowichan Foria Concert Band
Cowichan Folk Guild
Greater Victoria Concert Band
Kaleidoscope Theatre
Phoenix Theatres
Mary Winspear Centre
Metro Studio Threatre
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McPherson Playhouse
Royal Theatre
Pacific Opera Victoria
Sidney Classical Orchestra
Theatre Inconnu
University Centre Auditorium
UVIC School of Music
Victoria Civic Orchestra
Victoria Symphony |
Ticket Sales .. |
Belfry Theatre
McPherson Playhouse
Royal Theatre
Select Your Tickets |
Ticket Master
University Centre Auditorium
Pacific Opera Victoria
Victoria Symphony |
Annual Community Events ... |
May -- Swiftsure Sailing Race --
The longest running yacht race in the Pacific Northwest Over 200 boats in the short, middle and long distance events where competitors cross the Juan de Fuca Strait. Hosted by Royal Victoria Yacht Club. Spectators enjoy the inner harbour events and colorful display of boats on race day. Information: www.swiftsure.org |
May -- Luxton Pro Rodeo -- Saddle & Bareback Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Tie Down Roping, Steer Wrestling, Ladies Barrels, Mutton Bustin’, Mutton Scramble Web Site: Luxton Pro Rodeo |
June -- Jazz Fest International --
For 10 days visitors from around the world and locally enjoy over 250 of the world's best jazz, blues and world beat artists perform on various indoor and outdoor venues throughout Greater Victoria. Information visit: www.vicjazz.bc.ca |
June -- Cadillac Van Isle 360° International Yacht Race-- The Cadillac Van Isle 360 is a 580 km point to point race circumnavigating wild and rugged Vancouver Island, B.C. Canada from. Sailed in ten legs the course provides inshore, offshore and overnight legs through some of the worlds most challenging and beautiful waters. Information: Cadillac Van Isle
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July -- Victoria Fringe Theatre Festival -- The curtain rises on this alternative theatre festival every August, when for 12 days, comedians, actors and dancers from around the show their stuff on temporary downtown stages. Information: Fringe Theatre
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July -- The Victoria Flower and Garden Show --
Visitors can get a glimpse of some of the best blooms in the City of Gardens. Display gardens, sales and presentations by gardening experts. Information: Victoria Flower and Garden
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August -- Symphony Splash --
A perfect summer evening enjoyed by everyone. The Victoria Symphony Orchestra performs on a floating stage in Victoria's Inner Harbour. The free show climaxes with cannon fire and fireworks as the Symphony closes with Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture. Information: Symphony Splash
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August -- Victoria Dragon Boat Festival -- Competitors from the Pacific Northwest challenge each other in a spectacular display of colorful dragon boats. Feel the excitement as you watch from the various inner harbour venues. Take in the many events in the inner harbour. Information visit: Victoria Dragon Boat Festival Society
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September -- Victoria Fringe Festival-- Held over the Labour Day weekend. Local theatre troupes and from around the world perform at different venues throughout Greater Victoria. Featuring comedy, drama, dance, magic, music, story telling and much more. Don't miss out! Information visit: Victoria Fringe Festival |
September -- Victoria Classic Boat Festival -- Stroll Victoria’s Inner Harbour on the Labour Day weekend where you can view over 100 classic sail and power boats from throughout the Pacific Coast . Featuring steamboats cruising the Gorge Waterway.On Sunday enjoy the colorful sail past in the morning and the annual Schooner Cup and Classic Open Sail races in the afternoon. Information: Victoria Classic Boat Festival |
September -- Saanich Fall Fair -- Labour Day weekend, this festival features produce and livestock exhibitions, farm, crafts, live entertainment and a midway. Web Site: Fall Fair
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September -- Luxton Fall Fair -- Labour Day weekend. The Metchosin Farmers' Institute strives to be a part of the local community and a "good neighbour" Agriculture and livestock, baking and preserving of food, sewing and needlework, as well as leisure arts. Web Site: Luxton Fall Fair |
November to December -- Salmon Run Goldstream Park -- Goldstream River is a world-class salmon spawning stream with thousands of Chum Salmon returning each year. The end of the Salmon Run is a signal to the Bald Eagles that it is time to return to Goldstream for their annual salmon feast. Information: Goldstream Park
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Radio Stations in Greater Victoria .. |
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FM RADIO VICTORIA
The Ocean 98.5 Victoria's Perfect Mix
100.3 The Q The Island Rock
107.3 KOOL FM Best music variety
101.9 CFUV Victoria's Public Radio
91.3 The Zone Modern Rock |
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Outdoor Summer Markets .. |
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Bastion Square Festival of the Arts
April to October
Wednesdays to Sundays
Victoria BC |
Moss Street Market
May to October
Saturdays 10 am to 2 pm
Moss St, Victoria BC |
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Esquimalt Community Market
June to September
Every 10 am to 2 pm
Esquimalt Town Square |
Metchosin Farmer's Market
May to October
Sundays 11 am to 2 pm
Happy Valley Rd, Metchosin BC
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Estevan Market
Summer months
Estevan Avenue, Oak Bay
Sundays 11 am to 4 pm
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Open Air Urban Farm Market
Centennial Square
July to September
Sundays 11:00 am 4:00 pm |
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Government Street Market
April to September
Sundays 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
600 Block Government St, Victoria BC
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Peninsula Country Market
June to October
Saturdays 9 am to 1 pm
Saanich Fairgrounds, Saanichton
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James Bay Community Market
Summer months
Saturdays 9 am to 3 pm.
Menzies and Superior, Victoria BC
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Sooke Country Market
May to September
Saturdays 10 am to 2 pm
Otter Pt Road, Sooke BC |
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Luxton Station Market
June to October
Luxton Fall Fair grounds
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View Royal Community Hall
One day on weekends
279 Island Hwy
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Farm Marketing & Food Co-ops |
FoodRoots a co-op distributor of local naturally grown produce and foods processed through out Greater Victoria, bringing local food closer to you. Certified Organic is our first choice. |
Southern Vancouver Island Direct Farm Marketing Association guide to farms and farm fresh products in Greater Victoria and the Gulf Islands, the Cowichan Valley, Ladysmith, Cedar, and Oceanside (Qualicum, Parksville). |
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