BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//InvisionCommunity Events 4.7.24//EN METHOD:PUBLISH CALSCALE:GREGORIAN REFRESH-INTERVAL:PT15M X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT15M X-WR-CALNAME:All Calendars - Focus on Victoria NAME:All Calendars - Focus on Victoria BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London TZURL:http://tzurl.org/zoneinfo/Europe/London X-LIC-LOCATION:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=-1SU END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=10;BYDAY=-1SU END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London TZURL:http://tzurl.org/zoneinfo/Europe/London X-LIC-LOCATION:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=-1SU END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=10;BYDAY=-1SU END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London TZURL:http://tzurl.org/zoneinfo/Europe/London X-LIC-LOCATION:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=-1SU END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=10;BYDAY=-1SU END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London TZURL:http://tzurl.org/zoneinfo/Europe/London X-LIC-LOCATION:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=-1SU END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=10;BYDAY=-1SU END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Creators’ Group for artists\, makers\, painters\, sculptor s\, knitters\, and creatives of all kinds. DTSTAMP:20260720T054033Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3598-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Goldfinch Arts Centre":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Looking for a relaxed\, welcoming space to create\, conne ct\, and get inspired? Join our new drop-in Creators’ Group for artists\ , makers\, painters\, sculptors\, knitters\, and creatives of all kinds.\n \n Bring whatever you’re working on and your own supplies\, and enjoy a friendly\, creative atmosphere while meeting other local artists.\n\n ✨ Everyone is welcome — members and the public!\n\n Check out our events c alendar for upcoming dates and/or cancellations.\n\n https://www.artsandcu lturecolwood.ca/calendar-1\n\n\n\n 💛 Suggested donation: $5 per person\ n\n Members Free🌹\n\n \n\n For more information contact: creators@artsa ndculturecolwood.ca\n\n \n\n Come sip some inspiration\, work on your art\ , and be part of a growing creative community.\n\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART:20260721T160000Z DTEND:20260721T183000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=2;UNTIL=20261215T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:To See is To Remember | An exhibition by Marlene J Howell DTSTAMP:20260720T053249Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3597-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Goldfinch Arts Centre":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n To See is to Remember\, a powerful collection by Marlene J Howell that honours the lives\, memories\, and resilience of Japanese Ca nadians during the 1940s and early 1950s. More than an art exhibition\, it is a journey through history\, told through beautifully crafted works ins pired by years of research\, treasured photographs\, and personal stories. \n\n\n DTSTART:20260723T190000Z DTEND:20260723T230000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20260726T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Goldfinch Open Mic Night DTSTAMP:20260720T052804Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3596-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Goldfinch Arts Centre":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Looking for something fun to do this Wednesday?\n\n\n\n J oin us for Goldfinch Open Mic Night and experience an evening filled with live local music\, laughter\, creativity\, and community!\n\n\n\n Whether you’re performing or simply enjoying the show\, everyone is welcome. Bri ng a friend. Bring a neighbour.\n\n\n\n Better yet\, bring someone who’s never been to Goldfinch before and introduce them to one of the Westshore ’s best-kept community gems!\n\n\n\n 📅 Wednesday\, July 22\n\n\n\ n 🎶Live Music: 6:30–8:30 PM\n\n\n\n 🎼Musicians Sign Up by 6:15 PM\ n\n\n\n 📌Goldfinch Arts Centre | 170 Goldfinch Road\, Colwood\n\n\n\n S uggested donation: $5 per person to help support our non-profit arts centr e and keep community arts thriving.\n\n\n\n Bring your favourite non-alcoh olic beverage\, settle in\, and enjoy an evening showcasing talented local musicians\, singers\, songwriters\, storytellers\, and cultural performer s.\n\n\n\n Come for the music\, stay for the community.\n\n\n\n We’ll sa ve you a seat!❤️\n\n\n DTSTART:20260723T010000Z DTEND:20260723T033000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Becky Holuk DTSTAMP:20260716T201726Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3595-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Becky Holuk creates vibrant paintings that celebrate the beauty and intricacy of the natural world. With a background in graphic de sign and a Visual Communication degree from the Alberta College of Art and Design\, she brings a keen eye for composition and detail to her fine art practice.\n\n\n\n Beneath the joyful colour of her expressive florals are deeper tones and subtle atmospheric layers that speak to the complexities of life\, where joy and sorrow\, certainty and uncertainty\, exist side b y side.\n\n\n\n Becky's distinctive style invites us to pause and reflect\ , finding moments of connection\, gratitude\, and wonder within the natura l world.\n\n\n\n View Becky's paintings on The Avenue Gallery's website:  Becky Holuk\, Artist at The Avenue Gallery\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada\n\n\n\ n Image: Blooming All Year by Becky Holuk\, acrylic on canvas\, 24 x 48 in ches\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260806 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260814 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Percussion Super Heroes: All the Hits! (Show #5/5) DTSTAMP:20260715T162721Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3594-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Sticks and Stone Percussio":broadland@xplornet .com DESCRIPTION:\n 6 Sept\, 1:30-2:30pm\n\n Canadian College of Performing A rts (CCPA) Performance Hall\n\n \n\n Enjoy hit-music with this interactive percussion experience! Sticks and Stone invites you hit\, shake and scrap e along as you join them in becoming a Percussion Super Hero! Typically re served for the back of a symphony orchestra\, you will be surprised to see a large classical marimba in a performance full of humour and antics!  \ n\n\n\n \"The marimba band you didn’t know you needed. Pop\, folk\, glob al rhythms—and a stage presence that’s part concert\, part theatre.   THE marimba band of Alberta (maybe Canada!).  Their rosewood vibes joyful will have you swaying.\"\n\n -Micheal Hrycun\, Foundry Events\n\n\n\n Sti cks and Stone Percussion has been bringing music to the streets\, concert halls\, schools\, birthday parties and celebration events of the Edmonton area since 2017.  They play a little bit of every style of music and perf ormances have included playing for the CBC Turkey Drive\, the Edmonton Fri nge Festival\, the Epcor Christmas Gala\, the ATB/TELUS Barbeque and the C ity of Edmonton New Year’s Eve in the Winspear.  Their 2020 debut alb um “Marimba Around the World” mixed folk music from 15 countries with pop\, rock and jazz.  They have played for connect audiences from ages 2 to 95 and might equally present as punk or polite.  They most widely with audiences by playing covers of music they might recognize\, including Dis ney and video-game.  Through the rosewood warmth of the marimba\, they sh are a joyful experience that is sure to leave audiences smiling.  \n\n\n\ n \n\n Fri 28 Aug 9:30-10:30pm at the Canadian College of Performing Arts (CCPA) Performance Hall\, Victoria\, BC.\n\n\n\n This is show #1 of 5\, al l the CCPA.  \n\n All the Victoria Fringe Show times are:\n\n -Fri 28 Aug 9:30-10:30pm\n\n -Sun 30 Aug 7:00-8:00pm\n\n -Tues 1 Sept 6:30-7:30pm\n\n -Sat 5 Sept 8pm-9pm\n\n -Sun 6 Sept 1:30-2:30pm\n\n\n\n --\n\n FB  Event s\n\n Show 1:\n\n https://www.facebook.com/share/1JbMyifYA9/\n\n Show 2:\n \n https://www.facebook.com/share/17ruvFGMaC/\n\n Show 3:\n\n https://www. facebook.com/share/14nsJKYG9bk/\n\n Show 4: \n\n https://www.facebook.com /share/14iCBPUrCh2/\n\n Show 5:\n\n https://www.facebook.com/share/14mKsig 5Ujx/\n\n\n\n More info:\n\n https://www.SticksAndStonePercussion.com\n\n\ n\n Tickets: https://intrepidtheatre.com/shows/\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20260906T193000Z DTEND:20260906T203000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Percussion Super Heroes: All the Hits! (Show #4/5) DTSTAMP:20260715T161134Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3593-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Sticks and Stone Percussio":broadland@xplornet .com DESCRIPTION:\n Sat 5 Sept 8-9pm\n\n\n\n Canadian College of Performing A rts (CCPA) Concert Hall\n\n\n\n Enjoy hit-music with this interactive perc ussion experience! Sticks and Stone invites you hit\, shake and scrape alo ng as you join them in becoming a Percussion Super Hero! Typically reserve d for the back of a symphony orchestra\, you will be surprised to see a la rge classical marimba in a performance full of humour and antics!  \n\n\n \n \"The marimba band you didn’t know you needed. Pop\, folk\, global rh ythms—and a stage presence that’s part concert\, part theatre.  THE m arimba band of Alberta (maybe Canada!).  Their rosewood vibes joyful will have you swaying.\"\n\n -Micheal Hrycun\, Foundry Events\n\n\n\n Sticks a nd Stone Percussion has been bringing music to the streets\, concert halls \, schools\, birthday parties and celebration events of the Edmonton area since 2017.  They play a little bit of every style of music and performan ces have included playing for the CBC Turkey Drive\, the Edmonton Fringe F estival\, the Epcor Christmas Gala\, the ATB/TELUS Barbeque and the City o f Edmonton New Year’s Eve in the Winspear.  Their 2020 debut album “M arimba Around the World” mixed folk music from 15 countries with pop\, r ock and jazz.  They have played for connect audiences from ages 2 to 95 a nd might equally present as punk or polite.  They most widely with audien ces by playing covers of music they might recognize\, including Disney and video-game.  Through the rosewood warmth of the marimba\, they share a j oyful experience that is sure to leave audiences smiling.  \n\n\n\n \n\n Fri 28 Aug 9:30-10:30pm at the Canadian College of Performing Arts (CCPA) Performance Hall\, Victoria\, BC.\n\n\n\n This is show #1 of 5\, all the C CPA.  \n\n All the Victoria Fringe Show times are:\n\n -Fri 28 Aug 9:30-1 0:30pm\n\n -Sun 30 Aug 7:00-8:00pm\n\n -Tues 1 Sept 6:30-7:30pm\n\n -Sat 5 Sept 8pm-9pm\n\n -Sun 6 Sept 1:30-2:30pm\n\n\n\n --\n\n FB  Events\n\n S how 1:\n\n https://www.facebook.com/share/1JbMyifYA9/\n\n Show 2:\n\n http s://www.facebook.com/share/17ruvFGMaC/\n\n Show 3:\n\n https://www.faceboo k.com/share/14nsJKYG9bk/\n\n Show 4: \n\n https://www.facebook.com/share/ 14iCBPUrCh2/\n\n Show 5:\n\n https://www.facebook.com/share/14mKsig5Ujx/\n \n\n\n More info:\n\n https://www.SticksAndStonePercussion.com\n\n\n\n Tic kets: https://intrepidtheatre.com/shows/\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20260906T020000Z DTEND:20260906T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Percussion Super Heroes: All the Hits! (Show #3/5) DTSTAMP:20260715T160740Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3592-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Sticks and Stone Percussio":broadland@xplornet .com DESCRIPTION:\n 1 Sept 6:30-7:30pm\n\n Canadian College of Performing Art s (CCPA) Performance Hall\n\n \n\n Enjoy hit-music with this interactive p ercussion experience! Sticks and Stone invites you hit\, shake and scrape along as you join them in becoming a Percussion Super Hero! Typically rese rved for the back of a symphony orchestra\, you will be surprised to see a large classical marimba in a performance full of humour and antics!  \n\ n\n\n \"The marimba band you didn’t know you needed. Pop\, folk\, global rhythms—and a stage presence that’s part concert\, part theatre.  TH E marimba band of Alberta (maybe Canada!).  Their rosewood vibes joyful w ill have you swaying.\"\n\n -Micheal Hrycun\, Foundry Events\n\n\n\n Stick s and Stone Percussion has been bringing music to the streets\, concert ha lls\, schools\, birthday parties and celebration events of the Edmonton ar ea since 2017.  They play a little bit of every style of music and perfor mances have included playing for the CBC Turkey Drive\, the Edmonton Fring e Festival\, the Epcor Christmas Gala\, the ATB/TELUS Barbeque and the Cit y of Edmonton New Year’s Eve in the Winspear.  Their 2020 debut album “Marimba Around the World” mixed folk music from 15 countries with po p\, rock and jazz.  They have played for connect audiences from ages 2 to 95 and might equally present as punk or polite.  They most widely with a udiences by playing covers of music they might recognize\, including Disne y and video-game.  Through the rosewood warmth of the marimba\, they shar e a joyful experience that is sure to leave audiences smiling.  \n\n\n\n \n\n Fri 28 Aug 9:30-10:30pm at the Canadian College of Performing Arts (C CPA) Performance Hall\, Victoria\, BC.\n\n\n\n This is show #1 of 5\, all the CCPA.  \n\n All the Victoria Fringe Show times are:\n\n -Fri 28 Aug 9 :30-10:30pm\n\n -Sun 30 Aug 7:00-8:00pm\n\n -Tues 1 Sept 6:30-7:30pm\n\n - Sat 5 Sept 8pm-9pm\n\n -Sun 6 Sept 1:30-2:30pm\n\n\n\n --\n\n FB  Events\ n\n Show 1:\n\n https://www.facebook.com/share/1JbMyifYA9/\n\n Show 2:\n\n https://www.facebook.com/share/17ruvFGMaC/\n\n Show 3:\n\n https://www.fa cebook.com/share/14nsJKYG9bk/\n\n Show 4: \n\n https://www.facebook.com/s hare/14iCBPUrCh2/\n\n Show 5:\n\n https://www.facebook.com/share/14mKsig5U jx/\n\n\n\n More info:\n\n https://www.SticksAndStonePercussion.com\n\n\n\ n Tickets: https://intrepidtheatre.com/shows/\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20260902T003000Z DTEND:20260902T013000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Super Hero Percussion: All the Hits! (Show #2/5) DTSTAMP:20260715T160128Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3591-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Sticks and Stone Percussio":broadland@xplornet .com DESCRIPTION:\n Sun 30 Aug 7:00-8:00pm\n\n Canadian College of Performing Arts (CCPA) Performance Hall\n\n \n\n Enjoy hit-music with this interacti ve percussion experience! Sticks and Stone invites you hit\, shake and scr ape along as you join them in becoming a Percussion Super Hero! Typically reserved for the back of a symphony orchestra\, you will be surprised to s ee a large classical marimba in a performance full of humour and antics!  \n\n\n\n \"The marimba band you didn’t know you needed. Pop\, folk\, g lobal rhythms—and a stage presence that’s part concert\, part theatre .  THE marimba band of Alberta (maybe Canada!).  Their rosewood vibes jo yful will have you swaying.\"\n\n -Micheal Hrycun\, Foundry Events\n\n\n\n Sticks and Stone Percussion has been bringing music to the streets\, conc ert halls\, schools\, birthday parties and celebration events of the Edmon ton area since 2017.  They play a little bit of every style of music and performances have included playing for the CBC Turkey Drive\, the Edmonton Fringe Festival\, the Epcor Christmas Gala\, the ATB/TELUS Barbeque and t he City of Edmonton New Year’s Eve in the Winspear.  Their 2020 debut a lbum “Marimba Around the World” mixed folk music from 15 countries wit h pop\, rock and jazz.  They have played for connect audiences from ages 2 to 95 and might equally present as punk or polite.  They most widely wi th audiences by playing covers of music they might recognize\, including D isney and video-game.  Through the rosewood warmth of the marimba\, they share a joyful experience that is sure to leave audiences smiling.  \n\n\ n\n \n\n Fri 28 Aug 9:30-10:30pm at the Canadian College of Performing Art s (CCPA) Performance Hall\, Victoria\, BC.\n\n\n\n This is show #1 of 5\, all the CCPA.  \n\n All the Victoria Fringe Show times are:\n\n -Fri 28 A ug 9:30-10:30pm\n\n -Sun 30 Aug 7:00-8:00pm\n\n -Tues 1 Sept 6:30-7:30pm\n \n -Sat 5 Sept 8pm-9pm\n\n -Sun 6 Sept 1:30-2:30pm\n\n\n\n --\n\n FB  Eve nts\n\n Show 1:\n\n https://www.facebook.com/share/1JbMyifYA9/\n\n Show 2: \n\n https://www.facebook.com/share/17ruvFGMaC/\n\n Show 3:\n\n https://ww w.facebook.com/share/14nsJKYG9bk/\n\n Show 4: \n\n https://www.facebook.c om/share/14iCBPUrCh2/\n\n Show 5:\n\n https://www.facebook.com/share/14mKs ig5Ujx/\n\n\n\n More info:\n\n https://www.SticksAndStonePercussion.com\n\ n\n\n Tickets: https://intrepidtheatre.com/shows/\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20260831T010000Z DTEND:20260831T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Super Hero Percussion: All the Hits! (Show #1 of 5) DTSTAMP:20260715T154849Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3590-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Sticks and Stone Percussio":broadland@xplornet .com DESCRIPTION:\n Fri 28 Aug 9:30-10:30pm\n\n Canadian College of Performin g Arts (CCPA ) Performance Hall\n\n \n\n Enjoy hit-music with this interac tive percussion experience! Sticks and Stone invites you hit\, shake and s crape along as you join them in becoming a Percussion Super Hero! Typicall y reserved for the back of a symphony orchestra\, you will be surprised to see a large classical marimba in a performance full of humour and antics!  \n\n\n\n \"The marimba band you didn’t know you needed. Pop\, folk\, global rhythms—and a stage presence that’s part concert\, part theatr e.  THE marimba band of Alberta (maybe Canada!).  Their rosewood vibes j oyful will have you swaying.\"\n\n -Micheal Hrycun\, Foundry Events\n\n\n\ n Sticks and Stone Percussion has been bringing music to the streets\, con cert halls\, schools\, birthday parties and celebration events of the Edmo nton area since 2017.  They play a little bit of every style of music and performances have included playing for the CBC Turkey Drive\, the Edmonto n Fringe Festival\, the Epcor Christmas Gala\, the ATB/TELUS Barbeque and the City of Edmonton New Year’s Eve in the Winspear.  Their 2020 debut album “Marimba Around the World” mixed folk music from 15 countries wi th pop\, rock and jazz.  They have played for connect audiences from ages 2 to 95 and might equally present as punk or polite.  They most widely w ith audiences by playing covers of music they might recognize\, including Disney and video-game.  Through the rosewood warmth of the marimba\, they share a joyful experience that is sure to leave audiences smiling.  \n\n \n\n \n\n Fri 28 Aug 9:30-10:30pm at the Canadian College of Performing Ar ts (CCPA) Performance Hall\, Victoria\, BC.\n\n\n\n This is show #1 of 5\, all the CCPA.  \n\n All the Victoria Fringe Show times are:\n\n -Fri 28 Aug 9:30-10:30pm\n\n -Sun 30 Aug 7:00-8:00pm\n\n -Tues 1 Sept 6:30-7:30pm\ n\n -Sat 5 Sept 8pm-9pm\n\n -Sun 6 Sept 1:30-2:30pm\n\n\n\n --\n\n FB  Ev ents\n\n Show 1:\n\n https://www.facebook.com/share/1JbMyifYA9/\n\n Show 2 :\n\n https://www.facebook.com/share/17ruvFGMaC/\n\n Show 3:\n\n https://w ww.facebook.com/share/14nsJKYG9bk/\n\n Show 4: \n\n https://www.facebook. com/share/14iCBPUrCh2/\n\n Show 5:\n\n https://www.facebook.com/share/14mK sig5Ujx/\n\n\n\n More info:\n\n https://www.SticksAndStonePercussion.com\n \n\n\n Tickets:  https://intrepidtheatre.com/shows/\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20260829T033000Z DTEND:20260829T043000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Entwined Market DTSTAMP:20260713T210708Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3589-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Spinnacle Yarns":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Explore Over 45 Fibre Artists\, artisans\, and vendors f rom British Columbia and Alberta. Each stall offers a unique glimpse into the diverse and rich world of fibre arts. Whether you’re a knitter\, cro cheter\, weaver\, spinner\, or an enthusiast of any fibre-related craft\, the Entwined Market is your gateway to the finest materials\, inspirations \, and artistry in the West.\n\n\n\n Mark Your Calendar!\n\n\n\n When: Jul y 18th\, 11-5 pm\n\n Where: RRU John Horgan Campus at 798 Goldstream Ave \, Langford\, BC\n\n DTSTART:20260718T180000Z DTEND:20260719T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Oak Bay Donation Drive for Women in Need DTSTAMP:20260712T033027Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3588-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Margaret Case":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The Community Association of Oak Bay\, together with Oak Bay United Church and the Oak Bay News will be hosting a Donation Drive i n support of Victoria Women in Need Community Cooperative's programs! \n\ n\n\n Where: Parking lot of Oak Bay United Church (1355 Mitchell Street)\, corner of Granite and Mitchell Streets. \n\n\n\n What: Bring your gentl y used small-sized furniture\, household items\, and clothing donations.  \n\n\n\n For donation guidelines see: womeninneed.ca/guidelines \n\n\n\ n WIN is a community of care. Their resale shops\, online store\, and dona tions directly fund programs that support women\, trans\, non-binary\, and Two-Spirit people through crisis\, change\, and rebuilding. When you shop or donate to WIN\, you are part of a steady system of care rooted in dign ity and choice. \n\n \n\n *Please note that the WIN staff will use their discretion when accepting donations\, ensuring that items received are tho se that can best support WIN's programs and community members. \n\n\n\n h ttps://www.oakbaycommunityassociation.org/events/win-donation-drive\n\n DTSTART:20260718T160000Z DTEND:20260718T190000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Oak Bay Donation Drive for Women in Need DTSTAMP:20260712T032801Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3587-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Margaret Case":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The Community Association of Oak Bay\, together with Oak Bay United Church and the Oak Bay News will be hosting a Donation Drive i n support of Victoria Women in Need Community Cooperative's programs! \n\ n\n\n Where: Parking lot of Oak Bay United Church (1355 Mitchell Street)\, corner of Granite and Mitchell Streets. \n\n\n\n What: Bring your gentl y used small-sized furniture\, household items\, and clothing donations.  \n\n\n\n For donation guidelines see: womeninneed.ca/guidelines \n\n\n\ n WIN is a community of care. Their resale shops\, online store\, and dona tions directly fund programs that support women\, trans\, non-binary\, and Two-Spirit people through crisis\, change\, and rebuilding. When you shop or donate to WIN\, you are part of a steady system of care rooted in dign ity and choice. \n\n \n\n *Please note that the WIN staff will use their discretion when accepting donations\, ensuring that items received are tho se that can best support WIN's programs and community members. \n\n\n\n h ttps://www.oakbaycommunityassociation.org/events/win-donation-drive\n\n DTSTART:20260712T070000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Eunmi Conacher DTSTAMP:20260710T171304Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3586-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n With a formal education spanning the globe\, Eunmi Conac her has studied at Hong-Ik University in Soeul\, Korea\, The University of Sydney\, Australia\, and Tsukuba University in Japan. Since immigrati ng to Canada over 20 years ago\, Eunmi has lived in Whistler\, Nanaimo\, a nd now calls Sooke home\, drawing inspiration from the natural beauty of Vancouver Island. She is an Associate Member of the Federation of Canadian Artists and an elected member of The Society of Canadian Artists.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n As a contemporary impressionist and expressionist artist\, my desire is to create paintings that bring energy to the canvas... more an e xpression of the mood in the scene than a realistic picture. I use depth o f colour and form to balance realism and abstraction. My hope is that view ers connect emotionally with my paintings in their own way. - Eunmi Conac her\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n See more at: Eunmi Conacher | The Avenue Gallery\ n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Image: Live Like the Wind by Eunmi Conacher - acrylic on canvas\, 36 x 48 inches\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260729 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260806 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victoria Jazz Society Presents: Maruja Limón DTSTAMP:20260708T223403Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3585-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n A journey through Catalan song\, flamenco\, mestizo\, and Latin rumba\, where electronic and organic sounds meet on the dance floor .\n\n\n\n Maruja Limón\, a dynamic female-led sextet from Barcelona\, hav e been redefining contemporary Latin music since forming in 2014. Blending flamenco roots with pop\, Latin rhythms\, and forward-leaning electronic textures\, they've built a reputation for high-energy performances and sha rp songwriting. Their latest EP\, Te como la cara\, is explosive music mad e for dancing and thinking in equal measure.\n\n\n\n The group first drew international attention through Billboard's On the Radar Latin and a break out showcase at the Latin Alternative Music Conference in New York in 2024 . In 2025 they completed their first U.S. tour\, performing at major venue s including Lincoln Center and the Kennedy Center — a significant expans ion of a global footprint built over years of touring.\n\n\n\n This perfor mance marks Maruja Limón's Victoria debut\, a rare chance to catch one of Spain's most compelling contemporary acts live. Don't miss this genre-def ying ensemble — secure tickets early for what promises to be a standout summer performance.\n\n DTSTART:20260718T020000Z DTEND:20260718T043000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Denna Erickson DTSTAMP:20260706T184157Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3584-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Born in Edmonton\, Alberta\, Denna Erickson earned a Bach elor of Fine Arts from the Emily Carr Institute of Art and Design and atta ined a Bachelor of Education from the University of Victoria\, in 1997.\n\ n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Inspired by the colours\, movement and natural rhythms of wildflowers\, Denna's new paintings consist of organic shapes layered in glazes of luminescent colour. She has taught and worked as an artist in Br itish Columbia for the past 25 years.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Image: Butterfly Whispers by Denna Erickson - Oil on panel\, 30 x 30 inches\n\n\n\n  \n\ n\n\n See more at: Denna Erickson - The Avenue Gallery\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260721 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260729 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Gallery Paint-In 2026 DTSTAMP:20260702T223513Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3583-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is excited to announc e the 37th Art Gallery Paint-In on Saturday\, July 18\, 2026!\n\n\n\n \n T he Art Gallery Paint-In is the largest summer arts festival on Vancouver I sland\, bringing Vancouver Island and Gulf Island artists together in cele bration of art. This beloved festival draws 50\,000+ visitors annually to explore and experience art along Moss Street.\n ---\n SCHEDULE\n \n • ON THE STREET\n 11am - 4pm | Artists\, activities and food on Moss Street\n 11am - 6pm | Family-Friendly Beverage Garden in the AGGV Parking Lot\n \n • IN THE GALLERY\n 11am - 6pm | Gallery Open - Admission by donation\n \ n Visit our website for more information and updates:\n https://aggv.ca/ar t-gallery-paint-in-2026/ \n \n —\n The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is located on the traditional territories of the Lək̓ʷəŋən peoples\, today known as the Xʷsepsəm and Songhees Nations. We extend our appreci ation for the opportunity to live and learn on this territory\n —\n Admi ssion is always free for: AGGV Members and SEE ART pass holders\, visitors aged 25 and under\, all Indigenous Peoples\, and support workers accompan ying visitors who need assistance (Leisure Assistant Pass holders). https: //aggv.ca/about/visit/\n —\n The AGGV is committed to providing a welcom ing and accessible destination for all to enjoy. The main entrance is whee lchair accessible with a ramp on the left side of the entrance with no han drail. There is one set of power doors located at the left side of the ent rance at the top of the ramp.\n\n DTSTART:20260718T180000Z DTEND:20260718T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:SEA OF DREAMS by Karen Guilbault DTSTAMP:20260630T235003Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3582-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Gage Gallery Arts":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Ocean-themed paintings in oil and acrylic\, plus mixed-me dia small bird paintings and pine-needle baskets. \n\n\n\n Gallery hours Tuesday to Sunday\, 11 am to 5 pm\n\n Opening Reception Thursday\, July 16 \, 4:30-7 pm\n\n\n\n Karen Guilbault is a prolific artist who creates mixe d media seascape paintings\, as well as art objects made from natural fibe rs such as pine-needles and felted wool.\n\n\n\n SEA OF DREAMS features co astal landscapes in acrylic and oil\, as well as a new mini-painting serie s (5x5”) which include abstract landscape vignettes and bird paintings d eveloped from splashes of abstract paint.\n\n\n\n For fibre art lovers\, t here are pine-needle baskets trimmed with felted wool\, Kelp\, and lichen. The center is often a stone or clamshell decorated with a painted bird or design. Karen will also show her new felted wool “pods” which hang on the wall to hold dried flowers\, which have pine-needle basketry trim.\n\ n\n\n There will be public events on the weekends July 18\, 19\, 25\, 26 a t Gage Gallery\, such as outdoor painting for all ages\, and painting demo s by the artist In the courtyard. \n\n\n\n Contact karenguilbault@hotmai l.com\n\n\n DTSTART:20260714T180000Z DTEND:20260803T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sophia Ammann in Concert DTSTAMP:20260630T205033Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3581-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Chepyha":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Belgian-Canadian indie folk singer-songwriter Sophia Amma nn’s angelic voice will transport you to heartwarming and enchanting mus ical realms. With songs and a voice that touches and soothes the soul\, we dare promise you’ll leave her performance feeling a little lighter and with a smile on your face.\n\n\n\n \n Quote\n \n\n \n \n  Kelly Nakat suka\, artistic director Island Folk Fest\, Vancouver Island says: \n\n “She’s a strong songwriter and stunning singer who brings a vitality t o Cohen’s work\, and can melt your heart with her own songs as well.”\ n \n \n\n\n\n After a successful international tour in 2024\, Sophia retu rns to Victoria with her solo debut album “Here I Am”. The album has b een well received with daytime rotation on Belgian Radio (Radio1).\n\n\n\n This exceptional evening is by donation on a sliding scale.\n\n The sugge sted donation is $25\, but we don't want anyone in our community to miss o ut because of finances. Doors open at 7pm.\n\n DTSTART:20260724T023000Z DTEND:20260724T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wild Places\, Wild Women DTSTAMP:20260628T203545Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3580-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Scattered Artists Art Tour":broadland@xplornet .com DESCRIPTION:\n Welcome to Wild Places\, Wild Women!  \n\n\n\n An Art fo r Good Exhibit\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n We are Claudia Malacrida\, Sh eryl Parsons\, Ann Perodeau\, and Linda Urbinsky – landscape painters wh o have found new ways of being and understanding through painting the wild . For us\, painting possibilities come from anywhere\; from a surprising m oment when the light hits the trees in just the right way\, or a peaceful interlude as the fog clings gently to the water\, creating mystery and cal m. There are endless ways the wild can strike a chord and bring us back to the easel to try to capture nature’s “language”.\n\n\n\n Wild space s have touched and nurtured something deep in all of us\, helping us to se e a world that\, despite our worst efforts\, remains exquisitely beautiful . Nature is our muse\, and it is our companion in rediscovering and reconn ecting to our authentic selves. We paint these places in hopes of sharing the joy\, inspiration and solace that nature gives us.\n\n\n\n We also wan t to use our relationship with art and wilderness for good. A portion of p roceeds from all sales will go towards your choice of four select charitie s\, and in addition\, each artist will have one painting up for silent auc tion that will go directly to the artist’s charity of choice. Our charit ies are: Reuniting Afghan Family\, Backpack Buddies\, The Cridge Centre fo r the Family\, and UNICEF Ukraine Relief Fund.\n\n\n\n Finally\, we’ll b e offering an artful gift basket to one lucky visitor! Please come visit u s\, enjoy the art\, and find your own wild and generous moment.\n\n\n\n   \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Where:                 ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park \n\n\n\n          9565 Fifth Street\, Sidney\, BC\n\n\n\n When:                 July 17 -23\, 2026\n\n\n\n Time:                   10:00 – 16: 00 daily\n\n DTSTART:20260628T070000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Lisa Samphire DTSTAMP:20260625T200503Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3578-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Glass artist Lisa Samphire has been creating innovative a nd expressive works in glass since 1985. Throughout her distinguished care er\, she has continued to refine and expand her practice through ongoing s tudies at The Pilchuk Glass School and The Corning Museum of Glass\, inter nationally renowned centres for glass art education. Lisa's work has been exhibited nationally and internationally\, and in 2009 she was selected to represent Canada at the prestigious Cheongju International Craft Biennale in South Korea.\n\n\n\n Glass is the medium I have chosen to express and explore my interests in making art. It is the resolution of interrelated a esthetic and technical challenges that makes glass an exciting and rewardi ng medium in which to work. - Lisa Samphire\n\n\n\n See more at: Victor ia Glass Artist Lisa Samphire | The Avenue Gallery\n\n\n\n Image: Two-To ne Bowl (Salmon\, Red-Purple) by Lisa Samphire - Glass\, 9 x 12 x 12.25 i nches\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260713 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260721 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:🌈 Pride in the Word DTSTAMP:20260624T233644Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3577-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Xavier Huang":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Canada’s Largest Pride Literary Event is happening Satu rday\, July 4th\, 2026\n\n\n\n Join us for a night of captivating Queer Li terary Readings at the Victoria Conference Centre on Saturday\, July 4\, 2 026 with doors opening at 6:30PM and the event taking place from 7:30-10:3 0PM.\n\n We are thrilled to welcome many great writers and speakers who wi ll be presenting their work for our community audience.\n\n There will be ASL Interpreters at the event! \n\n PAY WHAT YOU CAN ticket model! \n\n Happening at the Lecture Theatre in the Victoria Conference Centre\, featu ring a market with local artisans and literary vendors.\n\n For more infor mation\, visit the VPS booth or our website\, victoriapridesociety.org\n\n DTSTART:20260705T013000Z DTEND:20260705T053000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victoria Hospice Shred-a-Thon DTSTAMP:20260624T211328Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3576-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Carley Gibson":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n Saturday\, September 19 at 9:00 am - 12:00 pm\n \n\ n\n\n \n Clear out your clutter for a cause! Bring your old confidential documents for safe shredding by Record X Press Shredding and support end-o f-life care in our community.\n \n\n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, Septem ber 19\, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Reynolds Secondary School.\n \n\n \ n Shredding is by donation\, with a suggested donation of $10 per box. W e take cash and credit card.\n \n\n \n All proceeds support Victoria H ospice through our partnership with the Royal Victoria Marathon.\n \n\n \n Every donation will be matched by McCall Gardens up to $5000!\n \n \ n\n DTSTART:20260624T070000Z DTEND:20260624T190000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Veronica Stewart DTSTAMP:20260616T203724Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3575-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Veronica Stewart is a Scotland-born artist who has lived on Vancouver Island since emigrating to Canada in the early 1980s. A gradu ate of Edinburgh College of Art\, she has worked as a full-time artist for almost 40 years\, initially focusing on clay before shifting her practice to jewellery\, where she developed a strong interest in precious metal cl ay and now works primarily with silver\, wire and semi-precious stones. He r current work brings together crocheted and knitted fine wire with silver \, gold and gemstones to create sculptural jewellery. Drawing on a lifelon g background in knitting and crochet\, she continues to use stitch\, patte rn and texture as ongoing sources of inspiration\, creating pieces that ba lance structural strength with intricate\, delicate form.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n \n Image: Fine Silver Knitted Collar by Veronica Stewart - Green Freshwa ter Pearls\, Peridot\, Swarovski Crystals\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n View Veronica 's jewellery on The Avenue Gallery's website: Veronica Stewart | The Aven ue Gallery\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260705 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Urban Arts Tour DTSTAMP:20260613T210353Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3574-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Urban Arts Tour":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join the Township Community Arts Council for the 7th Annu al Esquimalt Urban Arts Tour on Saturday\, July 4\, 2026\, from 11:00 am t o 4:00 pm.\n\n\n\n This free\, self-guided community arts event features d ozens of local artists at 24 unique locations throughout Esquimalt. Stroll through beautiful neighbourhood gardens\, meet artists in person\, enjoy live music and interactive activities\, and discover original artwork in i nspiring outdoor settings.\n\n\n\n Visitors are welcome to walk\, bike\, b us\, or drive the tour. Artwork will be available for purchase at many loc ations.\n\n\n\n Tour maps\, artist information\, and full event details ar e available at townshiparts.org/urban-arts-tour.\n\n\n\n Proudly sponsored by the British Columbia Arts Council and the Township of Esquimalt.\n\n DTSTART:20260704T180000Z DTEND:20260704T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Vance Theoret DTSTAMP:20260611T012041Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3573-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Vance Theoret allows the stone to guide his creative pr ocess\, trusting it to reveal what it is meant to become. This intuitive a pproach highlights the natural colours and patterns in ways that planned d esigns often cannot. While he takes his work seriously\, a touch of playfu lness in his character brings a unique charm to his sculptures.\n\n\n\n   \n\n\n\n Image: Looking Down the Glen by Vance Theoret - Brazilian Soaps tone\, Slate base\, 5 x 10.5 x 4.5 inches\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n View Vance's sculptures on The Avenue Gallery's website: Vance Theoret\, Sculptor at T he Avenue Gallery\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260627 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260705 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Carol Thibault Artist Reception DTSTAMP:20260610T155529Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3572-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Goward House":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n 🌿✨ Step into a world of whimsy and imagination! ✨🌿\n \n Join us at Goward House for Carol Thibault’s \"Whimsical C ollages\" Show &\; Sale\, where vibrant florals\, curious creatures\, a nd enchanting mixed-media creations come together in a celebration of crea tivity.\n \n 🖼️ Show Dates: June 30 – July 29\, 2026\n 🎉 Opening Reception: Sunday\, June 28\, 2026\n 🕜 Time: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM\n 📍 Location: Goward House\, 2495 Arbutus Road\n \n Come meet the artist\ , explore her beautifully layered collages\, and enjoy an afternoon filled with art\, conversation\, and inspiration. Whether you're an avid collect or or simply looking for something delightful to brighten your day\, this is an event you won't want to miss.\n \n We hope to see you there! 💚\n \n #WhimsicalCollage #ArtShow #GowardHouse #LocalArt #MixedMedia #CollageA rt #SupportLocalArtists #YYJArts #VictoriaBC #ArtExhibition #CommunityArt #CreativeInspiration #ShowAndSale\n\n DTSTART:20260628T203000Z DTEND:20260628T223000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:آبِ رواں Aab-e-Ravaan: Language Like Water DTSTAMP:20260609T184713Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3570-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="UVic Legacy Art Gallery":broadland@xplornet.co m DESCRIPTION:\n آبِ رواں Aab-e-Ravaan: Language Like Water explo res the artistic practice of Farheen Haq\, an interdisciplinary artist bo rn into an immigrant family with roots in Bihar\, India\, and Karachi\, Pa kistan\, she now lives and works on lək̓ʷəŋən territory (Victoria\, BC). Through her work\, Haq returns to her parents’ experience and ances tral lands\, drawing on the Urdu poetry of Mirza Ghalib (1797–1869) as a source of connection\, memory\, and reflection.\n\n\n\n In this exhibitio n\, Haq looks to water as a guide in relationship building and to understa nd the flows of migration\; as well as tracing the fluidity of language th rough poetry. Her work moves like a ghazal\, where every droplet carries t he meaning of reconnection. In آبِ رواں Aab-e-Ravaan\, Urdu becom es a living current\, flowing and shaping relationships. Like water\, it h olds memory and connects seemingly distant lands and waters to the Salish Sea\, offering a space where identity remains in motion\, always shifting and creating new meanings.\n\n\n\n Curated by Anahita Ranjbar.\n\n\n\n Im age: Farheen Haq\, Aankh Band ke Dekho (Close Your Eyes and See)\, 2022. Video still\, courtesy of the artist.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n This exhibition i s made possible through funding from:\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20260502T170000Z DTEND:20260801T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2nd Generation: Mother and Son Art Show DTSTAMP:20260608T182320Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3569-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Gage Gallery Arts":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Works in encaustic medium with texture and found treasure s\, plus contemporary figurative and wildlife paintings in vibrant colours . \n\n\n\n Gallery Hours Tuesday to Sunday\, 11 am-5 pm\n\n Opening Recep tion Saturday\, June 27\,  12-4pm\n\n\n\n DK Lombardi is an Artist Hermit and chicken wrangler residing on Vancouver Island. His artwork is an expr ession of the process of self individuation through Hermetic Alchemy. He w orks in mostly acrylics with a mix of various other mediums. \n\n\n\n Lyn da Lombardi started to create with molten beeswax 13 years ago. Creating w as a way to work through grief. It has been a pleasure to offer workshops to share the Alchemy and Ecstasy of encaustic art. Lynda often includes fo und treasures and uses the nature of beeswax to create texture.\n\n\n\n \n \n DTSTART:20260623T180000Z DTEND:20260713T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Mary-Jean Butler DTSTAMP:20260605T181122Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3568-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Mary-Jean Butler's new oil paintings reflect the rugged landscape of British Columbia's coastline. Her education in both fine art and graphic design play a strong role in the stylization of her work.\n\n\ n\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n The focus of my work is the exploration of looking inward when interpreting the landscape\, the opposition of different form s\, lines and colour to intensify each element's dynamic properties. The s tudy of contrasts between massive trunks juxtaposing the most delicate of foliage\, the blackness of a heavy-handed shadow intensified by playful st rokes of light. - Mary-Jean Butler\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n View Mary-Jean's p aintings on The Avenue Gallery's website: Artist Mary-Jean Butler | The A venue Gallery | Victoria\, BC\, Canada\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n (Image: Golden Bluff by Mary-Jean Butler - oil on canvas\, 24 x 48 inches)\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260619 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260627 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Memorial Drag Ball Game DTSTAMP:20260603T215533Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3564-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Xavier Huang":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The Memorial Drag Ball Game is one of Victoria Pride’s signature events\, and we’re so excited for this year. Join us on Wednes day\, July 1st\, from 12 to 3 pm at Vic West Park for baseball\, community picnic\, laughs\, and—of course—community!\n\n DTSTART:20260701T190000Z DTEND:20260701T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:🌈 Victoria Pride Festival DTSTAMP:20260603T220920Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3567-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Xavier Huang":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join us on Sunday\, July 12th\, at MacDonald Park in Jame s Bay (212 Niagara St\, Victoria\, BC) for an afternoon of Pride Festiviti es! The grounds will open at 11 AM\, and there will be a quieter atmospher e. All vendors will be open and available for those who would like to enjo y the festival with less stimulation.\n\n Come as you are\, and celebrate community\, love\, and Pride with us!\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20260712T180000Z DTEND:20260713T010000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:🌈 Victoria Pride Parade DTSTAMP:20260603T220548Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3566-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Xavier Huang":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The 2026 Victoria Pride Parade starts on Sunday\, July 12 \, 2026\, at 11 AM. This large\, colourful parade—with as many as 140 en tries and 80\,000+ spectators—is one of our favourite moments of the yea r! \n\n DTSTART:20260712T180000Z DTEND:20260712T193000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:🌈Big Gay Dog Walk DTSTAMP:20260603T220252Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3565-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Xavier Huang":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Come join us at Banfield Park in Vic West and enjoy a var iety of fabulous pet vendors\, grab a bite from local food trucks\, and do n’t miss our special memorial area\, a peaceful space to honour and reme mber our beloved pets who’ve crossed the rainbow bridge. We can’t wait to celebrate our four-legged friends with you! We highly encourage biking or taking transit\, as parking is limited.\n\n  \n\n\n\n Highlights incl ude a dog costume contest\, an impressive dog trick competition\, and a sc enic group walk. Contest sign-ups will be at the event!\n\n DTSTART:20260709T003000Z DTEND:20260709T033000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Michael King DTSTAMP:20260529T163750Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3562-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The Avenue Gallery is thrilled to welcome Michael King\, a contemporary landscape painter whose work balances representation and ab straction through expressive brushwork\, strong visual design\, and a refi ned sense of atmosphere. Rooted in a dedicated plein air practice\, his pa intings begin outdoors through direct engagement with the landscape before evolving into larger studio works.\n\n\n\n Influenced by his background i n industrial design\, King's work emphasizes simplification\, colour relat ionships\, edge control\, and visual clarity. In 2024\, he was awarded the Grand Prize at the Grand Prix of Art Plein Air Event in Steveston\, BC\, and was recognized as a Top 100 Finalist in the PleinAir Salon competition . King's paintings are held in private collections across Canada and inter nationally.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n I explore design\, space\, and abstraction through simplification\, refinement\, and expressive brushwork\, aiming to create paintings that feel experienced rather than described. - Michael King\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Image: Canyon's Echo by Michael King – Oil on canvas\, 20 x 40 inches\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260611 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260619 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Education Series : Analog & DIY Cinema Night DTSTAMP:20260528T222318Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3561-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CineVic":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n CineVic’s second instalment of the Education Series wil l be a demonstration on what YOU can create using analog film and DIY te chniques. Local filmmaker\, Rachel Evans\, will talk you through CineVic ’s newest Bolex camera and macro lenses\, her experimentation process\, and affordable ways to create your own 16mm films. Destroyed Cinema’s JP Meldrum will then follow with a chat on Victoria’s DIY film scene and t he history of DIY filmmakers. This will be the independent film night of y our dreams!\n\n DTSTART:20260604T010000Z DTEND:20260604T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Registration open for Metchosin International Summer School of the Arts (MISSA) - July 18 - 31\, 2026 Workshops DTSTAMP:20260519T050254Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3557-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="MISSA":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Register today for your magical MISSA experience this sum mer. Our amazing line up of workshops are open for registration\, don't mi ss out on this opportunity to develop your skills as an artist in a suppor tive creative community setting. MISSA  takes place at Pearson College on the shores of Pedder Bay. We are offering 34 workshops and 3 residency op portunities for adult artists at any stage in their learning process - beg inners are welcome! Our workshops include ceramics\, fibre arts\, oil\, ac rylic and watercolour painting\, papier-mâché\, sculpture\, writing\, an d drawing on the gorgeous Pearson College campus. Accommodations on campus are available and include dinner and breakfast\, workshop fees include lu nch. Find out more at missa.ca/workshops.\n\n DTSTART:20260519T160000Z DTEND:20260715T070000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victorian Picnic DTSTAMP:20260521T194821Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3559-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Saanich Volunteers":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join us for a family-friendly Victorian picnic at McRae H ouse!\n\n\n\n Bring your own picnic and step back into 1901 and experience life at historic McRae House. Period costumes encouraged!\n\n\n\n Enjoy m usic\, guided house tours\, Victorian lawn games &\; tarot readings*\, snacks*\, refreshments*\, and raffle baskets*. There will be a shuttle ser vice available from Cedar Hill Recreation Centre.\n\n\n\n *Please note tha t items available by donation. All proceeds will go to support the program s and services of Saanich Volunteer Services Society.\n\n DTSTART:20260627T180000Z DTEND:20260627T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Broadway in Victoria presents MONTY PYTHON’S SPAMALOT\, Au gust 28-30\, 2026 DTSTAMP:20260520T183358Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3558-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Bronwyn Henderson":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The quest for the Holy Grail begins in Victoria with the North American tour of MONTY PYTHON’S SPAMALOT\, on stage August 28-30\, 2026 at the Royal Theatre. Audiences are invited to gallop into the theat re to enjoy a raucously entertaining ‘knight’ – from flying cows to killer rabbits\, British royalty to French taunters\, dancing girls\, rubb ery shrubbery\, and of course\, the Lady of the Lake\, SPAMALOT features a collection of hilariously satirical songs\, including “Always Look on t he Bright Side of Life\,” “The Song That Goes Like This\,” “Brave Sir Robin” and more that have become beloved classics in the musical the atre canon. Lovingly pilfered from the classic film\, Monty Python and the Holy Grail\, the musical is filled with its distinctly British wit and co medic brilliance. Tickets and information\, visit: broadwayinvictoria.com\ n\n DTSTART:20260829T023000Z DTEND:20260831T050000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:'Pieces of Me' ~ Art by Carol Bednarski DTSTAMP:20260519T001003Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3556-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Carol Bednarski":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n ‘Pieces of Me’ showcases a broad body of work includi ng\; abstract and traditional landscapes\, florals and seascapes done in a n abstract/imprssionist style. These energetic pieces are full of life\, c olour and texture and will delight the senses.\n “My hope is that my art will spark some joy and surprise in the viewer and that they will have an emotional response.”\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260612 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260619 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:18th Annual Fernwood Art Stroll 2025 DTSTAMP:20250503T215035Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3277-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Fernwood Art Stroll":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n 11am - 4pm May 30 &\; 31 \n\n\n\n Again this year\, a group of artists and creatives in the greater Fernwood area are opening t heir studios\, homes and gardens to visitors.  This year there are 20 lo cations in both Fernwood and Oaklands\, featuring more than two dozen arti sts showing a wide variety of local art. There will be paintings\, both ab stract and realistic\, ceramics\, jewelry\, garden art\, printmaking\, pho tography and collage. There’s even a roaming storyteller.\n\n\n\n Since its beginning in 2008\, this free\, family-friendly event has welcomed gue sts who want to see and possibly purchase art of a variety of types. Visit ors can enjoy strolling leafy streets\, many with heritage homes and garde ns\, and exploring back yard studios and gardens full of art in one of the oldest parts of Victoria.\n\n\n\n Brochures are being distributed to loca l businesses and stores around town with a detailed map of the venues and details about the participating artists.\n\n\n\n Some artists also offer a ctivities for families with children\, and many of the locations are wheel chair accessible.  Visitors can stroll the neighbourhood\, enjoy food an d beverages in Fernwood’s cafes and bistros\, and view or purchase a wid e variety of art at reasonable prices. \n\n\n\n As an added bonus this ye ar\, the Fernwood Art Stroll is collaborating with the Fernwood Cat Walk\, who's event is on Saturday\, May 30th. Some of the Art Stroll participant s are showing their cats as well was their art.\n\n\n\n An online map and information about participants in the 2025 Fernwood Art Stroll can be down loaded at www.fernwoodartstroll.ca\n\n\n\n For further information\, cont act \n\n\n\n  John Hillian 250-590-1277 jhillian@shaw.ca \n\n DTSTART:20260530T180000Z DTEND:20260531T230000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Inspired Writing Night at Gage Gallery DTSTAMP:20260515T222416Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3555-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Gage Gallery Arts":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n As part of a new exhibition by Margo Cooper\, come to Gag e on June 16 to sit in an open\, welcoming space and be inspired by the c olourful artwork. Margo's abstract figurative paintings encourage interpr etation and emotional response\, with titles that suggest themes without p rescribing meaning. \n\n\n\n Pick a prompt\, write a few lines. \n\n\n\n Free admission\, light refreshments\n\n\n\n Margo believes in the enrichi ng power of art and wants everyone to have a chance to experience the tran sformative effects of creativity. The show's title\, Conversations In Colo ur\, reflects an invitation to viewers to sit with the art\, and perhaps s hare their reflections either publicly or privately. \n\n\n DTSTART:20260617T020000Z DTEND:20260617T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Conversations in Colour DTSTAMP:20260515T221203Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3554-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Gage Gallery Arts":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Experience the fusion of colour\, form\, and words in Mar go Cooper's abstract figurative paintings.\n\n\n\n The abstract figurative paintings in this new exhibition by Margo Cooper encourage individual int erpretation and emotional response\, with titles that suggest themes witho ut prescribing meaning. The show's title\, Conversations In Colour\, refle cts both the vivid palette and an invitation to viewers to converse with t he art\, each other and members of the Gage Gallery's 21 artist collective . To deepen this engagement\, a writing area encourages visitors to share their reflections either publicly or privately.\n\n\n\n Gallery hours Tues day to Sunday\, 11 am to 5 pm\n\n\n\n Opening Reception Thursday\, June 4\ , 6-8 pm\n\n\n\n Inspired Writing Night Tuesday\, June 16\, 7-9 pm\n\n\n\n Margo firmly believes in the enriching power of art and wants everyone to have a chance to experience the transformative effects of creativity. She now paints full time in her upstairs studio at the Gage Second Story and guests are always welcome. Book ahead at margocooper@shaw.ca or take a cha nce and ask if she's in when you're visiting the gallery.\n\n\n DTSTART:20260602T180000Z DTEND:20260622T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Corre Alice DTSTAMP:20260515T172840Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3553-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Soft blooms\, drifting shadows and graceful movement come together in this captivating\, new series by Corre Alice. With a palette that feels both grounded and luminous\, Corre finds beauty in simple forms and shifting light.\n\n\n\n \"When I paint flowers\, it's with a light he art and gratitude for this world of ours. It's about colour and joy.\" – Corre Alice\n\n  \n\n\n\n Explore Corre's paintings on The Avenue G allery's website: Corre Alice - The Avenue Gallery\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n \n (Image: A Good Day by Corre Alice – Acrylic on canvas\, 36 x 50 inche s)\n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260603 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260611 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Derek Kasper DTSTAMP:20260507T225732Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3552-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Drawing on his deep background in ceramics and fine woodw orking\, Derek Kasper's newest forms reveal his ongoing exploration of how repeated shapes can evolve into entirely new sculptural expressions. He c ontinues to push scale\, structure and surface\, inviting us to discover s hifting patterns of light and meaning within each piece.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\ n Image: 'Under the Flower Moon' by Derek Kasper\, Porcelain\, 7 x 7 inche s\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n View Derek's ceramics on The Avenue Gallery's website : Victoria Ceramicist Derek Kasper | The Avenue Gallery\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260526 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260603 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest: Bullen Park DTSTAMP:20260506T174040Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3551-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Festival Assistant":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Bullen Park Esquimalt free shows will feature Vancouver I sland Dynamite\, The Redwood Twins\, Swang Thang!\, Tight Hair\, Pablo Car denas' West Coast Cuban Orchestra\, and The Midnights. These shows are app ropriate for all ages!\n\n DTSTART:20260627T200000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20260628T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest: Cameron Bandshell DTSTAMP:20260506T173122Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3550-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Festival Assistant":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Cameron Bandshell is a free performance at Beacon Hill Pa rk that will feature Owen Chow Quartet\, Victoria Conservatory Metro Quint et\, Anise Russow\, Angela Verbrugge\, The Soul Shakers\, and the Checo &a mp\; The Sweet Soul Shakers. All events are free to watch and are suitable for all ages!\n\n DTSTART:20260620T200000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20260621T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest: Erin Propp DTSTAMP:20260506T172049Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3549-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Festival Assistant":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n Venue has a minimum per person charge. Call venu e for details: 250-380-4458\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n A s a JUNO-nominated\, WCMA-winning recording artist\, Winnipeg-born Erin P ropp has established herself as a mainstay in the Manitoba music scene an d is known across Canada for her authentic interpretation of melody within the jazz genre. Blending atmospheric textures\, folk lyricism\, and moder n jazz harmony\, Propp is a highly sought-after artist for co-writes\, col laborations\, and counsel. An experimental exploration between jazz and fo lk\, Propp’s new full-length solo album is being released in 2026. This marks her first appearance at TD Victoria International JazzFest and her V ictoria debut. Julian Bradford bass\n \n \n \n \n \n\n DTSTART:20260626T040000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20260627T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest: David Santana Trio DTSTAMP:20260506T171451Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3548-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Festival Assistant":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n Fathom Lounge at Hotel Grand Pacific has a minim um per person charge. Call venue for details: 250-380-4458\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Now living in Victoria\, Chilean/Canadian gu itarist and composer David Santana has an exciting and modern sound\, bl ending jazz with world music\, among other styles. His music is rooted in the tradition of Wes Montgomery and Charlie Parker\, with more contemporar y harmonic language in the spirit of Kurt Rosenwinkel. With every performa nce\, he aims to bridge the gaps between jazz styles to create a collectiv e experience and unique sound. He returns to TD JazzFest 2026 to continue building strong connections with his audience. Nick Peck/Tony Genge orga n/keyboards\, Joe Poole drums\, Ryan Oliver saxophones\n \n \n \n \n \n\n DTSTART:20260623T040000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20260624T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest: Slim Sandy's Atomic Cocktails DTSTAMP:20260506T170919Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3547-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Festival Assistant":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n Venue has a minimum per person charge. Call venu e for details: 250-380-4458.\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Western swing revivalists Slim Sandy’s Atomic Cocktails have been deli ghting audiences for decades with their vintage-inspired blend of jump blu es\, swing\, and rockabilly. Fronted by singer-guitarist Slim Sandy\, the y have toured all over the USA\, Europe\, and at festivals across Canada. Known for tight musicianship and infectious stage presence\, these beloved local favourites have appeared in Victoria numerous times and are returni ng once again after their performance at Harbour Blues ‘n Roots Festival 2025. This TD JazzFest set promises high-octane swing\, sharp suits\, and a dance floor-ready atmosphere. For those who love classic grooves delive red with humour and authenticity\, Atomic Cocktails are not to be missed.  Peter Sandmark (aka Slim Sandy) vocals/guitar/harmonica\, Tracey Nelso n (aka Willa Mae) vocals/percussion/kazoo-o-phone\, German Elbert drum s\, John Ross Acker bass\, Bryn Badel trumpet\n \n \n \n \n \n\n DTSTART:20260620T040000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20260620T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest: Mark Lettieri Group DTSTAMP:20260506T165627Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3546-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Festival Assistant":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Texas-based five-time GRAMMY-winning guitarist\, composer \, producer\, and instructor Mark Lettieri is one of modern groove mus ic’s defining voices. Best known as a longtime member of the genre-blurr ing collective Snarky Puppy\, as well as a founding member of The Fearless Flyers alongside Cory Wong\, Lettieri has built an international reputati on as a session musician proficient in a multitude of styles. He has recor ded and performed in virtually every genre of popular music with both inde pendent and major-label artists\, ranging from Erykah Badu to David Crosby . With the Mark Lettieri Group\, he channels instrumental funk\, jazz fusi on\, and R&\;B into tightly arranged\, groove-forward compositions remi niscent of The Meters\, John Scofield\, and Herbie Hancock’s Headhunters era. The group’s latest album\, Can I Tell You Something? (2023)\, rel eased on GroundUP Music\, continues a solo catalog alongside dozens of col laborative recordings. Although he has toured Canada extensively\, this ma rks his long-anticipated TD Victoria International JazzFest debut as a ban dleader. Guitarists\, groove enthusiasts\, and fusion fans alike should se cure tickets early. This will be one of the festival’s most rhythmically explosive nights.\n\n\n\n For more information/tickets\, visit https://j azzvictoria.ca/jazzfest-home/\n\n DTSTART:20260626T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest: DJABE DTSTAMP:20260506T165034Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3545-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Festival Assistant":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Hungarian fusion pioneers Djabe have been redefining wo rld jazz since their formation in 1995. Blending progressive jazz and rock \, Hungarian folk motifs\, and global rhythms\, the ensemble has earned in ternational acclaim\, including Hungary’s prestigious eMeRTon Award and multiple “Best Jazz Album” honours in their home country. Over three d ecades\, Djabe has become one of Central Europe’s most iconic jazz expor ts\, touring across Europe\, Asia\, and North America. The band is widely recognized for its longstanding collaboration with Steve Hackett of Genesi s fame and guitarist Chieli Minucci of Special EFX fame\, producing a seri es of celebrated live recordings that fuse progressive rock textures with jazz improvisation. Their expansive discography includes more than 20 albu ms\, most recently Freya – Arctic Jam (2025). Djabe last toured Canada several years ago but have not previously appeared at TD Victoria Internat ional JazzFest\, making this 2026 performance a significant festival debut . For listeners who crave global textures woven into modern fusion\, Djabe ’s TD JazzFest set offers a rare opportunity to witness one of Europe’ s most enduring jazz-rock collectives live on the West Coast. Tamás Bar abás bass\, Attila Égerházi guitar/percussion\, Péter Kaszás dru ms/vocals\, Áron Koós-Hutás trumpet/flugelhorn\, Zoltán Bubenyák  piano/keyboards\, Zoltán Zana saxophone/EWI.\n\n\n\n For more informati on/tickets\, visit https://jazzvictoria.ca/jazzfest-home/\n\n DTSTART:20260606T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest: Isaiah Collier \"Collier plays Coltrane\" DTSTAMP:20260505T232408Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3544-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Festival Assistant":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n Chicago saxophonist and self-described “Sonic Scien tist” Isaiah Collier has emerged as one of the most dynamic torchbeare rs of contemporary jazz. Among his many honors\, Collier has been named a Steve Jobs Archive Fellow\, “Chicagoan of the Year in Jazz” (2024)\, a nd was featured on the front cover of DownBeat Magazine\, the world’s ol dest jazz publication\, in addition to being named Rising Star Tenor Saxop honist in the 2023 DownBeat Critics Poll. Collier is known for his relentl ess pursuit of blending the rich traditions of the past with the urgency o f the present to forge the sound of the future. Described as a maverick of creative and improvisational force\, he has collaborated with jazz lumina ries such as Kahil El’Zabar\, Ambrose Akinmusire\, Craig Taborn\, Joe Dy son\, Azar Lawrence\, NEA Jazz Masters Billy Hart\, Marshall Allen\, and D enardo Coleman (son of free jazz pioneer Ornette Coleman)\, as well as Ran dy Brecker\, Marquis Hill\, and Makaya McCraven. He is also widely known f or his powerful ensemble\, The Chosen Few\, which he last appeared with at TD JazzFest 2023. His latest album\, The World Is On Fire\, released in 2024\, and this special 2026 festival presentation will explore classic Co ltrane works for John Coltrane’s 100th anniversary. For longtime devotee s and new listeners alike\, this is an opportunity to witness a generation al voice engage directly with one of jazz’s most sacred legacies.\n \n\n \n For more information/tickets\, visit https://jazzvictoria.ca/jazzfes t-home/\n \n\n\n\n \n  \n \n\n DTSTART:20260625T033000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest: Brandon Woody's Upendo DTSTAMP:20260505T232032Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3543-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Festival Assistant":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Baltimore-born Bach Brass-endorsed trumpeter and composer  Brandon Woody is one of the most compelling young voices in jazz. A gra duate of the Peabody Conservatory\, Woody has spent the past decade cultiv ating a sound rooted in spiritual jazz and Black American improvisational traditions. His ensemble\, Upendo\, reflects his commitment to collective uplift and deep listening. Hailed by The New York Times and Los Angeles Ti mes as a rising force in contemporary jazz\, Woody signed with the legenda ry Blue Note Records in November 2024 and released his debut album\, For The Love Of It All\, in May 2025. He has collaborated with artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, BADBADNOTGOOD\, Danilo Pérez\, Casey Benjamin\, Marcus Gilmore\, the Robert Glasper Black Radio Orchestra\, Paul Russell\, Derrick Hodge\, Marc Cary\, and Solange Knowles. This marks his TD Victor ia International JazzFest debut and his first performance in Victoria.\n \ n Troy Long piano/keyboards\, Michael Saunders bass\, Quincy Phillips  drums\n\n\n\n For more information/tickets\, visit https://jazzvictoria .ca/jazzfest-home/\n\n DTSTART:20260624T033000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest: Elysia Biro DTSTAMP:20260505T231052Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3542-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Festival Assistant":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Raised in the wilds of Vancouver Island\, 26-year-old El ysia Biro (pronounced Eh-lee-sha Bee-row) is a technically gifted singer\ , songwriter\, and pianist. A student of classical piano at age 4\, Biro b egan writing her own music at 13 while teaching herself how to play jazz b y ear after being inspired by the genre’s improvisational free form. Aft er receiving her diploma in classical piano from the Royal Conservatory of Toronto and graduating high school at age 16\, Biro earned her Bachelor o f Music in Jazz Studies for piano and voice before moving to England to co mplete her Master’s of Music degree at the University of York.\n \n Craf ting her unique sound from an expansive fusion of genres\, Elysia Biro’s songwriting blends modern pop form and classical technique with jazz sens ibilities. An expressive and introspective songwriter\, her warm\, soulful vocals reflect her journey through self-discovery\, love\, and introspect ion\, painting a compelling portrait of life as she knows it right now\, b lossoming between seasons. Biro has quickly amassed a dedicated audience o n social media through her captivating vocals and virtuosic transcriptions of jazz solos. Now based in Los Angeles where she writes\, records and pr oduces\, Elysia Biro continues to combine worlds\, creating sonic sanctuar ies all her own.\n For more information/tickets\, visit https://jazzvicto ria.ca/jazzfest-home/\n\n DTSTART:20260622T033000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest: François Bourassa Quartet DTSTAMP:20260505T230126Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3541-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Festival Assistant":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Montréal pianist and composer François Bourassa stand s among Canada’s most celebrated modern jazz artists. A multiple Félix Award winner and JUNO nominee with eleven albums under his belt\, he has b uilt an international reputation for lyrical composition\, rhythmic sophis tication\, and seamless ensemble interplay. His album L’impact du silen ce (2022) and his latest release Swirl (2023) showcase his quartet’s refined balance of structure and improvisation. Bourassa has toured extens ively in Western Canada and last appeared at TD JazzFest in 2018\; this ma rks a welcome return to TD Victoria International JazzFest with his longst anding quartet. For listeners who value elegance\, nuance\, and world-clas s Canadian artistry\, this performance is essential. Join TD JazzFest in c elebrating one of Québec’s most influential jazz composers live on the West Coast.\n \n François Bourassa piano\, Guy Boisvert bass\, André Leroux saxophones/flute\, Guillaume Pilote drums\n\n\n\n For more info rmation/tickets\, visit https://jazzvictoria.ca/jazzfest-home/\n\n DTSTART:20260626T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest: Kristin Korb Trio DTSTAMP:20260505T225917Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3540-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Festival Assistant":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n Bassist and vocalist Kristin Korb is celebrated worl dwide for redefining the bass-and-voice format. A protégé of the legenda ry Ray Brown\, Korb has sustained a three-decade international career span ning the United States and Europe. With more than a dozen albums as leader \, including Sweet Dreams (2024) where she celebrates all things Eurythm ics and Annie Lennox\, she has performed on countless additional recording s. Korb’s buoyant swing feel and crystalline vocals recall Ella Fitzgera ld while her bass virtuosity stands firmly in the Ray Brown tradition. She has appeared at major festivals globally and previously performed in Vict oria in club settings. Don’t miss one of jazz’s most distinctive dual- role performers live in Victoria!\n \n Will Bonness piano\, Jon McCasli n drums\n\n\n\n For more information/tickets\, visit https://jazzvictori a.ca/jazzfest-home/\n\n DTSTART:20260624T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest: Robert Lee Group DTSTAMP:20260505T225007Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3539-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Festival Assistant":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The Robert Lee Group is a unique project consisting of original compositions inspired by Korean folk stories and poetry\, spannin g various fantasy and romantic narratives. Led by Toronto-based emerging u pright bassist\, composer and bandleader Robert Lee\, the project aims to develop an artistic identity founded in the emotional provocation of jazz and improvised music while exploring and implementing Korean traditional elements into one cohesive creative theatre. A graduate from the Universit y of Guelph and Humber College music programs\, Lee obtained his Masters i n Contemporary Performance from Berklee Valencia in 2021. Lee has studied and performed with Neil Swainson\, Allison Au\, Mike Downes\, Pat LaBarber a\, Kirk MacDonald\, Amanda Tosoff\, and others. He has performed at vario us venues and festivals across Ontario and internationally and as well\, p erformed on the 2024 JUNO nominated album Little Bit a’ Love by vocalist Denielle Bassels. With this dynamic new project focusing on his latest al bum Forbidden West\, Lee has delved deeper into exploring his identity as a Korean Canadian\, questioning what it means to simultaneously straddle two contrasting cultural identities.\n \n Jacqueline Teh vocals\, Dennis Kwok saxophones\, John Lee daegeum/janggu\, Jay Yoo guitar\, Jen L o piano\, Jon Catanus drums\n\n\n\n For more information/tickets\, vis it https://jazzvictoria.ca/jazzfest-home/\n\n DTSTART:20260623T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest: Ron Di Lauro Sextet \"kind of blue\" DTSTAMP:20260505T223949Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3538-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Festival Assistant":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n For Miles Davis’s 100th anniversary\, Montreal trumpe ter Ron Di Lauro brings a masterful tribute to Kind of Blue\, the landm ark recording by Miles Davis that forever reshaped modern jazz. A seasoned performer and educator with decades of experience\, Di Lauro has appeared on numerous Canadian jazz recordings and is celebrated for his warm tone and lyrical phrasing. This special project revisits the modal innovations and atmospheric interplay that made Kind of Blue iconic. Di Lauro has pr eviously performed in Victoria\, though this marks his first TD JazzFest p resentation of the full album concept. Backed by an all-star Canadian ense mble\, he honours the historic recording without imitation. For jazz lover s\, this concert offers a rare opportunity to hear one of the most importa nt albums in jazz history reimagined live. Join TD JazzFest in celebrating a timeless masterpiece. Martin Auguste drums\, Jean-Pierre Zanella sa xophones\, Ira Coleman bass\, Taurey Butler piano\n\n\n\n For more inf ormation/tickets\, visit https://jazzvictoria.ca/jazzfest-home/\n\n DTSTART:20260621T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;COUNT=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest: Jean-Michel Plic Trio DTSTAMP:20260505T221734Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3537-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Festival Assistant":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Paris-born Justin Time Recording Artist and pianist Jean -Michel Pilc is internationally revered for his fearless improvisational language and philosophical approach to music-making. Over a career spannin g more than 30 years\, Pilc has released over a dozen albums as a leader a nd has performed with numerous jazz giants such as Roy Haynes\, Michael Br ecker\, Marcus Miller\, Kenny Garrett\, Chris Potter\, Richard Bona\, and many more. He previously held a faculty position at Berklee College of Mus ic. Though Pilc has toured Canada before\, this marks his return to Victor ia after playing with guitarist Stephane Wrembel’s Quartet in January 20 25\, and his first TD JazzFest appearance in trio format. Experience one o f Europe’s most inventive pianists live in Victoria!\n\n\n\n For more in formation/tickets\, visit https://jazzvictoria.ca/jazzfest-home/\n\n DTSTART:20260620T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Magic And Mayhem! DTSTAMP:20260503T184117Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3535-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Tarquin":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Magic And Mayhem fills the stage at The Mint\, downtown V ictoria! Hosted by Tarquin: Sideshow Stuntman\, the show brings an up-beat \, energetic night of unique magic\, jaw-dropping stunts\, and big laughs! \n\n\n\n Come on out to The Mint for refreshing drinks and a delightful di nner while experiencing one of the most unique shows BC has to offer!\n\n\ n\n Magic And Mayhem is the show that combines incredible illusion and sid eshow stunts in an unforgettable\, high-energy night of real laughs! Featu ring a new opening act each show\, you will get to engage in a full-thrott le display of honed skill and wild feats that you will be taking about for ages!\n\n\n\n Grab your friends\, get your tickets\, and be ready to make some memories!\n\n DTSTART:20260530T013000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:PODIUM Festival: Concert 8 (Closing) DTSTAMP:20260503T135429Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3534-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="BC Choral Federation":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join us as we bring PODIUM 2026 to a joyful close\, with Calgary's Luminous Voices and the Vancouver Youth Choir. Sunday\, May 17\ , 2026\, at 4:00 p.m. at Farquhar Auditorium. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Learn m ore about each group: https://www.podium2026.ca/en/singing-groups\n\n\n\n For more information and tickets: podium2026.ca/en/box-office\n\n\n\n  \n \n\n\n ---\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Podium\, Canada’s national bilingual chora l Conference and Festival\, is the premier gathering place for the country ’s choral and group singing arts sector and community. Presented by Chor al Canada and the British Columbia Choral Federation\, this multi-day cele bration from May 14-17\, 2026 will take place at the University of Victori a\, which is located on the unceded territory of the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Song hees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) peoples and is the traditional gathering pl ace of the Lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n PERF ORMING GROUPS\n\n\n\n 2026 National Youth Choir of Canada\, Bach Childre n’s Chorus/Victoria Children’s Choir\, The Braille Tones\, Capital Cha mber Choir\, Chorale Saint-Jean\, Chronos Vocal Ensemble\, Coastal Sound Y outh Choir\, Esprit Singers\, Fern Hill Chorus\, Intertidal Vocal Ensemble \, Konektis\, Les Décibels\, Luminous Voices\, Students of the Greater Vi ctoria School District No. 61\, The Choirs YYJ\, UBC University Singers\, Vancouver Chamber Choir\, Vancouver Youth Choir\, Ventus Women’s Choir\, Voix des Rocheuses and Wascana Voices.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n CONCERT SCHEDUL E\n\n\n\n Concert #1: Thu\, May 14 at 1:00 p.m. at Farquhar Auditorium\n\n \n\n Concert #2: Fri\, May 15 at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. at Phillip T. You ng Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #3: Fri\, May 15 at 4:00 p.m. or Sat\, May 16 at 10:30 a.m. at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #4: Fri \, May 15 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ Church Cathedral\n\n\n\n Concert #5: Sat\ , May 16 at 1:30 p.m. or 4:00 p.m. at Farquhar Auditorium\n\n\n\n Concert #6: Sat\, May 16 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ Church Cathedral\n\n\n\n Concert # 7: Sun\, May 17 at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. at Phillip T. Young Recital Hal l\n\n\n\n Concert #8: Sunday\, May 17\, 2026\, at 4:00 p.m. at Farquhar Au ditorium\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Individual tickets: ADULT $35 • 60+/RETIREE $25 • STUDENT $15\n\n\n\n Festival passes save 20%: ADULT $224 • 60+ /RETIREE $160 • STUDENT $96\n\n\n\n Taxes and service fees will be added at checkout.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Learn more about the schedule\, venues\, performing groups and how to buy tickets: https://www.podium2026.ca/en/box -office\n\n DTSTART:20260517T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:PODIUM Festival: Concert 7 DTSTAMP:20260503T135259Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3533-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="BC Choral Federation":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n A concert featuring Bach Children’s Chorus/Victoria Chi ldren’s Choir\, Konektis\, Wascana Voices. Sun\, May 17 at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall. \n\n\n\n This concert is bei ng presented twice due to the size of the hall\, and to ensure there is ad equate space to accommodate conference delegates and members of the public .\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Learn more about each group: https://www.podium2026.c a/en/singing-groups\n\n\n\n For more information and tickets: podium2026.c a/en/box-office\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n ---\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Podium\, Canad a’s national bilingual choral Conference and Festival\, is the premier g athering place for the country’s choral and group singing arts sector an d community. Presented by Choral Canada and the British Columbia Choral Fe deration\, this multi-day celebration from May 14-17\, 2026 will take plac e at the University of Victoria\, which is located on the unceded territor y of the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) peoples and i s the traditional gathering place of the Lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ pe oples.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n PERFORMING GROUPS\n\n\n\n 2026 National Youth Ch oir of Canada\, Bach Children’s Chorus/Victoria Children’s Choir\, The Braille Tones\, Capital Chamber Choir\, Chorale Saint-Jean\, Chronos Voca l Ensemble\, Coastal Sound Youth Choir\, Esprit Singers\, Fern Hill Chorus \, Intertidal Vocal Ensemble\, Konektis\, Les Décibels\, Luminous Voices\ , Students of the Greater Victoria School District No. 61\, The Choirs YYJ \, UBC University Singers\, Vancouver Chamber Choir\, Vancouver Youth Choi r\, Ventus Women’s Choir\, Voix des Rocheuses and Wascana Voices.\n\n\n\ n  \n\n\n\n CONCERT SCHEDULE\n\n\n\n Concert #1: Thu\, May 14 at 1:00 p.m . at Farquhar Auditorium\n\n\n\n Concert #2: Fri\, May 15 at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #3: Fri\, May 15 at 4:00 p.m. or Sat\, May 16 at 10:30 a.m. at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #4: Fri\, May 15 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ Church Cathed ral\n\n\n\n Concert #5: Sat\, May 16 at 1:30 p.m. or 4:00 p.m. at Farquhar Auditorium\n\n\n\n Concert #6: Sat\, May 16 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ Church Cathedral\n\n\n\n Concert #7: Sun\, May 17 at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #8: Sunday\, May 17\, 2026\, at 4:00 p.m. at Farquhar Auditorium\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Individual tickets : ADULT $35 • 60+/RETIREE $25 • STUDENT $15\n\n\n\n Festival passes s ave 20%: ADULT $224 • 60+/RETIREE $160 • STUDENT $96\n\n\n\n Taxes an d service fees will be added at checkout.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Learn more ab out the schedule\, venues\, performing groups and how to buy tickets: http s://www.podium2026.ca/en/box-office\n\n DTSTART:20260517T203000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:PODIUM Festival: Concert 7 DTSTAMP:20260503T135157Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3532-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="BC Choral Federation":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n A concert featuring Bach Children’s Chorus/Victoria Chi ldren’s Choir\, Konektis\, Wascana Voices. Sun\, May 17 at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall. \n\n\n\n This concert is bei ng presented twice due to the size of the hall\, and to ensure there is ad equate space to accommodate conference delegates and members of the public .\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Learn more about each group: https://www.podium2026.c a/en/singing-groups\n\n\n\n For more information and tickets: podium2026.c a/en/box-office\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n ---\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Podium\, Canad a’s national bilingual choral Conference and Festival\, is the premier g athering place for the country’s choral and group singing arts sector an d community. Presented by Choral Canada and the British Columbia Choral Fe deration\, this multi-day celebration from May 14-17\, 2026 will take plac e at the University of Victoria\, which is located on the unceded territor y of the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) peoples and i s the traditional gathering place of the Lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ pe oples.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n PERFORMING GROUPS\n\n\n\n 2026 National Youth Ch oir of Canada\, Bach Children’s Chorus/Victoria Children’s Choir\, The Braille Tones\, Capital Chamber Choir\, Chorale Saint-Jean\, Chronos Voca l Ensemble\, Coastal Sound Youth Choir\, Esprit Singers\, Fern Hill Chorus \, Intertidal Vocal Ensemble\, Konektis\, Les Décibels\, Luminous Voices\ , Students of the Greater Victoria School District No. 61\, The Choirs YYJ \, UBC University Singers\, Vancouver Chamber Choir\, Vancouver Youth Choi r\, Ventus Women’s Choir\, Voix des Rocheuses and Wascana Voices.\n\n\n\ n  \n\n\n\n CONCERT SCHEDULE\n\n\n\n Concert #1: Thu\, May 14 at 1:00 p.m . at Farquhar Auditorium\n\n\n\n Concert #2: Fri\, May 15 at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #3: Fri\, May 15 at 4:00 p.m. or Sat\, May 16 at 10:30 a.m. at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #4: Fri\, May 15 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ Church Cathed ral\n\n\n\n Concert #5: Sat\, May 16 at 1:30 p.m. or 4:00 p.m. at Farquhar Auditorium\n\n\n\n Concert #6: Sat\, May 16 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ Church Cathedral\n\n\n\n Concert #7: Sun\, May 17 at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #8: Sunday\, May 17\, 2026\, at 4:00 p.m. at Farquhar Auditorium\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Individual tickets : ADULT $35 • 60+/RETIREE $25 • STUDENT $15\n\n\n\n Festival passes s ave 20%: ADULT $224 • 60+/RETIREE $160 • STUDENT $96\n\n\n\n Taxes an d service fees will be added at checkout.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Learn more ab out the schedule\, venues\, performing groups and how to buy tickets: http s://www.podium2026.ca/en/box-office\n\n DTSTART:20260517T173000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:PODIUM Festival: Concert 6 DTSTAMP:20260503T134950Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3531-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="BC Choral Federation":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n A concert featuring Chronos Vocal Ensemble and Vancouver Chamber Choir. Sat\, May 16 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ Church Cathedral.\n\n \n\n  \n\n\n\n Learn more about each group: https://www.podium2026.ca/en/ singing-groups\n\n\n\n For more information and tickets: podium2026.ca/en/ box-office\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n ---\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Podium\, Canada’s n ational bilingual choral Conference and Festival\, is the premier gatherin g place for the country’s choral and group singing arts sector and commu nity. Presented by Choral Canada and the British Columbia Choral Federatio n\, this multi-day celebration from May 14-17\, 2026 will take place at th e University of Victoria\, which is located on the unceded territory of th e Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) peoples and is the t raditional gathering place of the Lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n PERFORMING GROUPS\n\n\n\n 2026 National Youth Choir of Canada\, Bach Children’s Chorus/Victoria Children’s Choir\, The Brail le Tones\, Capital Chamber Choir\, Chorale Saint-Jean\, Chronos Vocal Ense mble\, Coastal Sound Youth Choir\, Esprit Singers\, Fern Hill Chorus\, Int ertidal Vocal Ensemble\, Konektis\, Les Décibels\, Luminous Voices\, Stud ents of the Greater Victoria School District No. 61\, The Choirs YYJ\, UBC University Singers\, Vancouver Chamber Choir\, Vancouver Youth Choir\, Ve ntus Women’s Choir\, Voix des Rocheuses and Wascana Voices.\n\n\n\n  \n \n\n\n CONCERT SCHEDULE\n\n\n\n Concert #1: Thu\, May 14 at 1:00 p.m. at F arquhar Auditorium\n\n\n\n Concert #2: Fri\, May 15 at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #3: Fri\, May 15 at 4:00 p.m. or Sat\, May 16 at 10:30 a.m. at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall\n \n\n\n Concert #4: Fri\, May 15 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ Church Cathedral\n\ n\n\n Concert #5: Sat\, May 16 at 1:30 p.m. or 4:00 p.m. at Farquhar Audit orium\n\n\n\n Concert #6: Sat\, May 16 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ Church Cathe dral\n\n\n\n Concert #7: Sun\, May 17 at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. at Philli p T. Young Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #8: Sunday\, May 17\, 2026\, at 4: 00 p.m. at Farquhar Auditorium\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Individual tickets: ADUL T $35 • 60+/RETIREE $25 • STUDENT $15\n\n\n\n Festival passes save 20 %: ADULT $224 • 60+/RETIREE $160 • STUDENT $96\n\n\n\n Taxes and serv ice fees will be added at checkout.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Learn more about th e schedule\, venues\, performing groups and how to buy tickets: https://ww w.podium2026.ca/en/box-office\n\n DTSTART:20260517T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:PODIUM Festival: Concert 5 DTSTAMP:20260503T134754Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3530-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="BC Choral Federation":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n A concert featuring Coastal Sound Youth Choir\, Fern Hil l Chorus\, Ventus Women’s Choir. Sat\, May 16 at 1:30 p.m. or 4:00 p.m. at Farquhar Auditorium. \n\n\n\n This concert is being presented twice du e to the size of the hall\, and to ensure there is adequate space to accom modate conference delegates and members of the public.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Learn more about each group: https://www.podium2026.ca/en/singing-groups\n \n\n\n For more information and tickets: podium2026.ca/en/box-office\n\n\n \n  \n\n\n\n ---\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Podium\, Canada’s national bilingua l choral Conference and Festival\, is the premier gathering place for the country’s choral and group singing arts sector and community. Presented by Choral Canada and the British Columbia Choral Federation\, this multi-d ay celebration from May 14-17\, 2026 will take place at the University of Victoria\, which is located on the unceded territory of the Lək̓ʷəŋə n (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) peoples and is the traditional gathe ring place of the Lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n \n PERFORMING GROUPS\n\n\n\n 2026 National Youth Choir of Canada\, Bach Ch ildren’s Chorus/Victoria Children’s Choir\, The Braille Tones\, Capita l Chamber Choir\, Chorale Saint-Jean\, Chronos Vocal Ensemble\, Coastal So und Youth Choir\, Esprit Singers\, Fern Hill Chorus\, Intertidal Vocal Ens emble\, Konektis\, Les Décibels\, Luminous Voices\, Students of the Great er Victoria School District No. 61\, The Choirs YYJ\, UBC University Singe rs\, Vancouver Chamber Choir\, Vancouver Youth Choir\, Ventus Women’s Ch oir\, Voix des Rocheuses and Wascana Voices.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n CONCERT SC HEDULE\n\n\n\n Concert #1: Thu\, May 14 at 1:00 p.m. at Farquhar Auditoriu m\n\n\n\n Concert #2: Fri\, May 15 at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. at Phillip T . Young Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #3: Fri\, May 15 at 4:00 p.m. or Sat\ , May 16 at 10:30 a.m. at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #4 : Fri\, May 15 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ Church Cathedral\n\n\n\n Concert #5: Sat\, May 16 at 1:30 p.m. or 4:00 p.m. at Farquhar Auditorium\n\n\n\n Con cert #6: Sat\, May 16 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ Church Cathedral\n\n\n\n Conc ert #7: Sun\, May 17 at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. at Phillip T. Young Recita l Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #8: Sunday\, May 17\, 2026\, at 4:00 p.m. at Farquh ar Auditorium\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Individual tickets: ADULT $35 • 60+/RET IREE $25 • STUDENT $15\n\n\n\n Festival passes save 20%: ADULT $224 • 60+/RETIREE $160 • STUDENT $96\n\n\n\n Taxes and service fees will be added at checkout.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Learn more about the schedule\, v enues\, performing groups and how to buy tickets: https://www.podium2026.c a/en/box-office\n\n DTSTART:20260516T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:PODIUM Festival: Concert 5 DTSTAMP:20260503T134653Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3529-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="BC Choral Federation":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n A concert featuring Coastal Sound Youth Choir\, Fern Hil l Chorus\, Ventus Women’s Choir. Sat\, May 16 at 1:30 p.m. or 4:00 p.m. at Farquhar Auditorium. \n\n\n\n This concert is being presented twice du e to the size of the hall\, and to ensure there is adequate space to accom modate conference delegates and members of the public.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Learn more about each group: https://www.podium2026.ca/en/singing-groups\n \n\n\n For more information and tickets: podium2026.ca/en/box-office\n\n\n \n  \n\n\n\n ---\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Podium\, Canada’s national bilingua l choral Conference and Festival\, is the premier gathering place for the country’s choral and group singing arts sector and community. Presented by Choral Canada and the British Columbia Choral Federation\, this multi-d ay celebration from May 14-17\, 2026 will take place at the University of Victoria\, which is located on the unceded territory of the Lək̓ʷəŋə n (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) peoples and is the traditional gathe ring place of the Lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n \n PERFORMING GROUPS\n\n\n\n 2026 National Youth Choir of Canada\, Bach Ch ildren’s Chorus/Victoria Children’s Choir\, The Braille Tones\, Capita l Chamber Choir\, Chorale Saint-Jean\, Chronos Vocal Ensemble\, Coastal So und Youth Choir\, Esprit Singers\, Fern Hill Chorus\, Intertidal Vocal Ens emble\, Konektis\, Les Décibels\, Luminous Voices\, Students of the Great er Victoria School District No. 61\, The Choirs YYJ\, UBC University Singe rs\, Vancouver Chamber Choir\, Vancouver Youth Choir\, Ventus Women’s Ch oir\, Voix des Rocheuses and Wascana Voices.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n CONCERT SC HEDULE\n\n\n\n Concert #1: Thu\, May 14 at 1:00 p.m. at Farquhar Auditoriu m\n\n\n\n Concert #2: Fri\, May 15 at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. at Phillip T . Young Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #3: Fri\, May 15 at 4:00 p.m. or Sat\ , May 16 at 10:30 a.m. at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #4 : Fri\, May 15 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ Church Cathedral\n\n\n\n Concert #5: Sat\, May 16 at 1:30 p.m. or 4:00 p.m. at Farquhar Auditorium\n\n\n\n Con cert #6: Sat\, May 16 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ Church Cathedral\n\n\n\n Conc ert #7: Sun\, May 17 at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. at Phillip T. Young Recita l Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #8: Sunday\, May 17\, 2026\, at 4:00 p.m. at Farquh ar Auditorium\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Individual tickets: ADULT $35 • 60+/RET IREE $25 • STUDENT $15\n\n\n\n Festival passes save 20%: ADULT $224 • 60+/RETIREE $160 • STUDENT $96\n\n\n\n Taxes and service fees will be added at checkout.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Learn more about the schedule\, v enues\, performing groups and how to buy tickets: https://www.podium2026.c a/en/box-office\n\n DTSTART:20260516T203000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:PODIUM Festival: Concert 4 DTSTAMP:20260503T134453Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3528-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="BC Choral Federation":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n A concert featuring the National Youth Choir of Canada.  Fri\, May 15 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ Church Cathedral. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n \n Learn more about each group: https://www.podium2026.ca/en/singing-group s\n\n\n\n For more information and tickets: podium2026.ca/en/box-office\n\ n\n\n  \n\n\n\n ---\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Podium\, Canada’s national bilin gual choral Conference and Festival\, is the premier gathering place for t he country’s choral and group singing arts sector and community. Present ed by Choral Canada and the British Columbia Choral Federation\, this mult i-day celebration from May 14-17\, 2026 will take place at the University of Victoria\, which is located on the unceded territory of the Lək̓ʷ əŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) peoples and is the traditional gathering place of the Lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples.\n\n\n\n   \n\n\n\n PERFORMING GROUPS\n\n\n\n 2026 National Youth Choir of Canada\, B ach Children’s Chorus/Victoria Children’s Choir\, The Braille Tones\, Capital Chamber Choir\, Chorale Saint-Jean\, Chronos Vocal Ensemble\, Coas tal Sound Youth Choir\, Esprit Singers\, Fern Hill Chorus\, Intertidal Voc al Ensemble\, Konektis\, Les Décibels\, Luminous Voices\, Students of the Greater Victoria School District No. 61\, The Choirs YYJ\, UBC University Singers\, Vancouver Chamber Choir\, Vancouver Youth Choir\, Ventus Wome n’s Choir\, Voix des Rocheuses and Wascana Voices.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n CO NCERT SCHEDULE\n\n\n\n Concert #1: Thu\, May 14 at 1:00 p.m. at Farquhar A uditorium\n\n\n\n Concert #2: Fri\, May 15 at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. at P hillip T. Young Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #3: Fri\, May 15 at 4:00 p.m. or Sat\, May 16 at 10:30 a.m. at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Co ncert #4: Fri\, May 15 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ Church Cathedral\n\n\n\n Con cert #5: Sat\, May 16 at 1:30 p.m. or 4:00 p.m. at Farquhar Auditorium\n\n \n\n Concert #6: Sat\, May 16 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ Church Cathedral\n\n\ n\n Concert #7: Sun\, May 17 at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. at Phillip T. Youn g Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #8: Sunday\, May 17\, 2026\, at 4:00 p.m. a t Farquhar Auditorium\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Individual tickets: ADULT $35 • 60+/RETIREE $25 • STUDENT $15\n\n\n\n Festival passes save 20%: ADULT $224 • 60+/RETIREE $160 • STUDENT $96\n\n\n\n Taxes and service fees will be added at checkout.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Learn more about the schedul e\, venues\, performing groups and how to buy tickets: https://www.podium2 026.ca/en/box-office\n\n DTSTART:20260516T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:PODIUM Festival: Concert 3 DTSTAMP:20260503T134235Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3527-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="BC Choral Federation":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n A concert featuring Capital Chamber Choir\, Chorale Saint -Jean\, Intertidal Vocal Ensemble. Fri\, May 15 at 4:00 p.m. or Sat\, May 16 at 10:30 a.m. at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall. \n\n\n\n This concert is being presented twice due to the size of the hall\, and to ensure there is adequate space to accommodate conference delegates and members of the public.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Learn more about each group: https://www.podium 2026.ca/en/singing-groups\n\n\n\n For more information and tickets: podium 2026.ca/en/box-office\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n ---\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Podium\, C anada’s national bilingual choral Conference and Festival\, is the premi er gathering place for the country’s choral and group singing arts secto r and community. Presented by Choral Canada and the British Columbia Chora l Federation\, this multi-day celebration from May 14-17\, 2026 will take place at the University of Victoria\, which is located on the unceded terr itory of the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) peoples a nd is the traditional gathering place of the Lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNE Ć peoples.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n PERFORMING GROUPS\n\n\n\n 2026 National You th Choir of Canada\, Bach Children’s Chorus/Victoria Children’s Choir\ , The Braille Tones\, Capital Chamber Choir\, Chorale Saint-Jean\, Chronos Vocal Ensemble\, Coastal Sound Youth Choir\, Esprit Singers\, Fern Hill C horus\, Intertidal Vocal Ensemble\, Konektis\, Les Décibels\, Luminous Vo ices\, Students of the Greater Victoria School District No. 61\, The Choir s YYJ\, UBC University Singers\, Vancouver Chamber Choir\, Vancouver Youth Choir\, Ventus Women’s Choir\, Voix des Rocheuses and Wascana Voices.\n \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n CONCERT SCHEDULE\n\n\n\n Concert #1: Thu\, May 14 at 1:0 0 p.m. at Farquhar Auditorium\n\n\n\n Concert #2: Fri\, May 15 at 10:30 a. m. or 1:30 p.m. at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #3: Fri\, May 15 at 4:00 p.m. or Sat\, May 16 at 10:30 a.m. at Phillip T. Young Rec ital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #4: Fri\, May 15 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ Church C athedral\n\n\n\n Concert #5: Sat\, May 16 at 1:30 p.m. or 4:00 p.m. at Far quhar Auditorium\n\n\n\n Concert #6: Sat\, May 16 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ C hurch Cathedral\n\n\n\n Concert #7: Sun\, May 17 at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m . at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #8: Sunday\, May 17\, 2 026\, at 4:00 p.m. at Farquhar Auditorium\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Individual ti ckets: ADULT $35 • 60+/RETIREE $25 • STUDENT $15\n\n\n\n Festival pas ses save 20%: ADULT $224 • 60+/RETIREE $160 • STUDENT $96\n\n\n\n Tax es and service fees will be added at checkout.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Learn mo re about the schedule\, venues\, performing groups and how to buy tickets: https://www.podium2026.ca/en/box-office\n\n DTSTART:20260516T173000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:PODIUM Festival: Concert 3 DTSTAMP:20260503T134131Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3526-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="BC Choral Federation":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n A concert featuring Capital Chamber Choir\, Chorale Saint -Jean\, Intertidal Vocal Ensemble. Fri\, May 15 at 4:00 p.m. or Sat\, May 16 at 10:30 a.m. at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall. \n\n\n\n This concert is being presented twice due to the size of the hall\, and to ensure there is adequate space to accommodate conference delegates and members of the public.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Learn more about each group: https://www.podium 2026.ca/en/singing-groups\n\n\n\n For more information and tickets: podium 2026.ca/en/box-office\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n ---\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Podium\, C anada’s national bilingual choral Conference and Festival\, is the premi er gathering place for the country’s choral and group singing arts secto r and community. Presented by Choral Canada and the British Columbia Chora l Federation\, this multi-day celebration from May 14-17\, 2026 will take place at the University of Victoria\, which is located on the unceded terr itory of the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) peoples a nd is the traditional gathering place of the Lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNE Ć peoples.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n PERFORMING GROUPS\n\n\n\n 2026 National You th Choir of Canada\, Bach Children’s Chorus/Victoria Children’s Choir\ , The Braille Tones\, Capital Chamber Choir\, Chorale Saint-Jean\, Chronos Vocal Ensemble\, Coastal Sound Youth Choir\, Esprit Singers\, Fern Hill C horus\, Intertidal Vocal Ensemble\, Konektis\, Les Décibels\, Luminous Vo ices\, Students of the Greater Victoria School District No. 61\, The Choir s YYJ\, UBC University Singers\, Vancouver Chamber Choir\, Vancouver Youth Choir\, Ventus Women’s Choir\, Voix des Rocheuses and Wascana Voices.\n \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n CONCERT SCHEDULE\n\n\n\n Concert #1: Thu\, May 14 at 1:0 0 p.m. at Farquhar Auditorium\n\n\n\n Concert #2: Fri\, May 15 at 10:30 a. m. or 1:30 p.m. at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #3: Fri\, May 15 at 4:00 p.m. or Sat\, May 16 at 10:30 a.m. at Phillip T. Young Rec ital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #4: Fri\, May 15 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ Church C athedral\n\n\n\n Concert #5: Sat\, May 16 at 1:30 p.m. or 4:00 p.m. at Far quhar Auditorium\n\n\n\n Concert #6: Sat\, May 16 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ C hurch Cathedral\n\n\n\n Concert #7: Sun\, May 17 at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m . at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #8: Sunday\, May 17\, 2 026\, at 4:00 p.m. at Farquhar Auditorium\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Individual ti ckets: ADULT $35 • 60+/RETIREE $25 • STUDENT $15\n\n\n\n Festival pas ses save 20%: ADULT $224 • 60+/RETIREE $160 • STUDENT $96\n\n\n\n Tax es and service fees will be added at checkout.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Learn mo re about the schedule\, venues\, performing groups and how to buy tickets: https://www.podium2026.ca/en/box-office\n\n DTSTART:20260515T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:PODIUM Festival: Concert 2 DTSTAMP:20260503T133755Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3524-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="BC Choral Federation":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n A concert featuring The Braille Tones\, Esprit Singers\, UBC University Singers. Fri\, May 15 at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. at Phill ip T. Young Recital Hall. \n\n\n\n This concert is being presented twice due to the size of the hall\, and to ensure there is adequate space to acc ommodate conference delegates and members of the public.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\ n Learn more about each group: https://www.podium2026.ca/en/singing-groups \n\n\n\n For more information and tickets: podium2026.ca/en/box-office\n\n \n\n  \n\n\n\n ---\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Podium\, Canada’s national biling ual choral Conference and Festival\, is the premier gathering place for th e country’s choral and group singing arts sector and community. Presente d by Choral Canada and the British Columbia Choral Federation\, this multi -day celebration from May 14-17\, 2026 will take place at the University o f Victoria\, which is located on the unceded territory of the Lək̓ʷə ŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) peoples and is the traditional g athering place of the Lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples.\n\n\n\n  \n \n\n\n PERFORMING GROUPS\n\n\n\n 2026 National Youth Choir of Canada\, Bac h Children’s Chorus/Victoria Children’s Choir\, The Braille Tones\, Ca pital Chamber Choir\, Chorale Saint-Jean\, Chronos Vocal Ensemble\, Coasta l Sound Youth Choir\, Esprit Singers\, Fern Hill Chorus\, Intertidal Vocal Ensemble\, Konektis\, Les Décibels\, Luminous Voices\, Students of the G reater Victoria School District No. 61\, The Choirs YYJ\, UBC University S ingers\, Vancouver Chamber Choir\, Vancouver Youth Choir\, Ventus Women’ s Choir\, Voix des Rocheuses and Wascana Voices.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n CONCER T SCHEDULE\n\n\n\n Concert #1: Thu\, May 14 at 1:00 p.m. at Farquhar Audit orium\n\n\n\n Concert #2: Fri\, May 15 at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. at Phill ip T. Young Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #3: Fri\, May 15 at 4:00 p.m. or Sat\, May 16 at 10:30 a.m. at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Concer t #4: Fri\, May 15 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ Church Cathedral\n\n\n\n Concert #5: Sat\, May 16 at 1:30 p.m. or 4:00 p.m. at Farquhar Auditorium\n\n\n\n Concert #6: Sat\, May 16 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ Church Cathedral\n\n\n\n Concert #7: Sun\, May 17 at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. at Phillip T. Young Re cital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #8: Sunday\, May 17\, 2026\, at 4:00 p.m. at Fa rquhar Auditorium\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Individual tickets: ADULT $35 • 60+ /RETIREE $25 • STUDENT $15\n\n\n\n Festival passes save 20%: ADULT $ 224 • 60+/RETIREE $160 • STUDENT $96\n\n\n\n Taxes and service fees w ill be added at checkout.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Learn more about the schedule \, venues\, performing groups and how to buy tickets: https://www.podium20 26.ca/en/box-office\n\n DTSTART:20260515T173000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:PODIUM Festival: Concert 1 (Opening) DTSTAMP:20260503T133438Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3523-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="BC Choral Federation":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n A concert featuring performances by students of the Great er Victoria School District No. 61\, a massed Francophone choir (including singers from Chorale Saint-Jean\, Voix des Rocheuses and Les Décibels)\, and The Choirs YYJ. Thu\, May 14 at 1:00 p.m. at Farquhar Auditorium.\n\n \n\n  \n\n\n\n Learn more about each group: https://www.podium2026.ca/en/ singing-groups\n\n\n\n For more information and tickets: podium2026.ca/en/ box-office\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n ---\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Podium\, Canada’s n ational bilingual choral Conference and Festival\, is the premier gatherin g place for the country’s choral and group singing arts sector and commu nity. Presented by Choral Canada and the British Columbia Choral Federatio n\, this multi-day celebration from May 14-17\, 2026 will take place at th e University of Victoria\, which is located on the unceded territory of th e Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) peoples and is the t raditional gathering place of the Lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n PERFORMING GROUPS\n\n\n\n 2026 National Youth Choir of Canada\, Bach Children’s Chorus/Victoria Children’s Choir\, The Brail le Tones\, Capital Chamber Choir\, Chorale Saint-Jean\, Chronos Vocal Ense mble\, Coastal Sound Youth Choir\, Esprit Singers\, Fern Hill Chorus\, Int ertidal Vocal Ensemble\, Konektis\, Les Décibels\, Luminous Voices\, Stud ents of the Greater Victoria School District No. 61\, The Choirs YYJ\, UBC University Singers\, Vancouver Chamber Choir\, Vancouver Youth Choir\, Ve ntus Women’s Choir\, Voix des Rocheuses and Wascana Voices.\n\n\n\n  \n \n\n\n CONCERT SCHEDULE\n\n\n\n Concert #1: Thu\, May 14 at 1:00 p.m. at F arquhar Auditorium\n\n\n\n Concert #2: Fri\, May 15 at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #3: Fri\, May 15 at 4:00 p.m. or Sat\, May 16 at 10:30 a.m. at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall\n \n\n\n Concert #4: Fri\, May 15 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ Church Cathedral\n\ n\n\n Concert #5: Sat\, May 16 at 1:30 p.m. or 4:00 p.m. at Farquhar Audit orium\n\n\n\n Concert #6: Sat\, May 16 at 8:00 p.m. at Christ Church Cathe dral\n\n\n\n Concert #7: Sun\, May 17 at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. at Philli p T. Young Recital Hall\n\n\n\n Concert #8: Sunday\, May 17\, 2026\, at 4: 00 p.m. at Farquhar Auditorium\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Individual tickets: ADUL T $35 • 60+/RETIREE $25 • STUDENT $15\n\n\n\n Festival passes save 20 %: ADULT $224 • 60+/RETIREE $160 • STUDENT $96\n\n\n\n Taxes and serv ice fees will be added at checkout.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Learn more about th e schedule\, venues\, performing groups and how to buy tickets: https://ww w.podium2026.ca/en/box-office\n\n DTSTART:20260514T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Maria Josenhans DTSTAMP:20260501T172144Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3522-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Featuring another gorgeously observed 'en plein air' pain ting from artist Maria Josenhans\, recalling an unguarded moment in nature with subtlety and depth.\n\n\n\n Every morning is surely different\, but there is a certain feeling that stays with me long after the sun on the hi llside has reached its peak and slides into the day. – Maria Josenhans\ n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Image: Found Lake by Maria Josenhans – Oil on canva s\, 12 x 16 inches\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n View Maria's paintings on The Avenue Gallery's website: Maria Josenhans\, Artist at The Avenue Gallery\, Vict oria\, BC\, Canada\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260518 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260526 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VTRA Community Fun Day DTSTAMP:20260426T163500Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3521-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Carmen Totino":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Horseshoe Painting\, mechanical horse rides\, and communi ty learning.\n\n\n\n A feature of the Gage Gallery charity arts exhibition “Wild Art for the Big of Heart”\, join the Victoria Therapeutic Ridin g Association (VTRA) for a fun\, creative afternoon. Drop in to paint your own real horseshoe\, try out our MiraColt (our mechanical horse)\, the fi rst in Western Canada\, and learn more about how VTRA supports individuals and families in our community through therapeutic riding programs and oth er equine assisted services. This is a hands‑on\, family‑friendly ev ent—perfect for all ages.\n\n\n\n While your horseshoe dries\, make sure to step inside the gallery to explore Wild Art for the Big of Heart sculp tures!\n\n\n\n Come create\, connect\, and discover how your local communi ty makes a difference—everyone is welcome!\n\n DTSTART:20260523T190000Z DTEND:20260523T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Broken Promises: Art for Dogs DTSTAMP:20260426T163304Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3520-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Carmen Totino":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n An afternoon of fun games and paw painting art for you an d your dog!\n\n\n\n A feature of the Gage Gallery charity arts exhibition “Wild Art for the Big of Heart”\, this event is for you and your furry canine friend to enjoy in support of Broken Promises Rescue. Bring your d og to the Bastion Square courtyard in front of Gage Gallery where they can play games and paint some paw art.\n\n DTSTART:20260524T180000Z DTEND:20260524T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Voices in Motion Concert DTSTAMP:20260426T163109Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3519-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Carmen Totino":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join us for an afternoon of music\, memory\, and communit y.\n\n\n\n A feature of the Gage Gallery charity arts exhibition “Wild A rt for the Big of Heart”\, join us for an afternoon of music in support of Voices in Motion. Come be delighted by Voices in Motion\, a multigenera tional choir in Victoria\, BC\, that brings together people with memory lo ss\, caregivers\, and youth to perform public concerts\, with a “Big S ing” events at the Gage Gallery. Performances are aimed at reducing deme ntia stigma\, fostering community and inspiring joy!\n\n DTSTART:20260526T183000Z DTEND:20260526T193000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Beer\, Ocean and Art DTSTAMP:20260426T162649Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3518-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Carmen Totino":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Raise a glass with us to the coast we all love!\n\n\n\n A feature of the Gage Gallery charity arts exhibition “Wild Art for the B ig of Heart”\, join us for an evening of drinks\, art\, and mingling wit h other community members passionate about protecting the Salish Sea.\n\n\ n\n Hosted in collaboration with artist Tanya Bub and in support of Georgi a Strait Alliance (GSA)\, experience Tanya’s ocean-inspired sculptures\, and learn more about GSA’s work safeguarding our local waters for gener ations to come.\n\n DTSTART:20260522T000000Z DTEND:20260522T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ocean Week Orca Film & Talk DTSTAMP:20260426T162412Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3517-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Carmen Totino":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n Shared Waters\, Shared Crisis: film\, art\, and stories from the Salish Sea\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n Limited seating availa ble\, please reserve your spot with a free ticket.\n\n \n A feature of the Gage Gallery charity arts exhibition \"Wild Art for the Big of Heart\ "\, get inspired for Ocean Week with an evening of storytelling\, film\, a nd community connection inspired by the waters we share. Experience a live reading from Tanya Bub’s book on orcas\, surrounded by Tanya’s ocean- inspired art\, then stay for a screening of the short documentary film Sha red Waters\, Shared Crisis.\n \n This free event welcomes all—come l earn\, reflect\, and be part of the conversation around protecting the Sal ish Sea.\n \n\n <\;a href=\"https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/ocean-week-orc a-film-screening-tickets-1987343193991\">\;Get Tickets<\;/a>\;\n\n \n  \n \n \n\n DTSTART:20260529T000000Z DTEND:20260529T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Thinking Garden Film Screening DTSTAMP:20260426T162123Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3516-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Carmen Totino":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n A short film and conversation about a South Afri can women's cooperative farm that sows the seeds of change.\n\n \n Lim ited seating available\, please reserve your spot with a free ticket.\n \ n \n\n\n\n \n \n A feature of the Gage Gallery charity arts exhibition \"Wild Art for the Big of Heart\"\, this film screening is a conversation on positive community change and a spotlight on the charities Thinking Gar den (international) and Cool Aid's kitchens (locally).\n \n\n <\;a hre f=\"https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-thinking-garden-film-screening-tickets -1987339767743\">\;Get Tickets<\;/a>\;\n\n \n  \n \n \n\n DTSTART:20260520T003000Z DTEND:20260520T023000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:A Talk by Elder Carl Olsen about Goldstream/SELE₭TEȽ DTSTAMP:20260426T161352Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3515-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Carmen Totino":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n Join us for an intimate evening with W̱SÁNEĆ Elder Carl Olsen (ZȺWIZUT) as he shares the story of his 3 year peaceful vigil.\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n Limited seating available\, please reserve your spot with a free ticket.\n \n\n \n A feature of the Gage Gallery charity arts exhibition \"Wild Art for the Big of Heart\"\, Elder Carl Ols en shares his knowledge and stories in this community discussion.\n \n Starting in February 2023\, Carl stood beside the Trans-Canada Highway ev ery Tuesday morning—rain\, snow\, or shine. What began as a solitary act of resistance against a $162-million highway widening project grew into a community movement rooted in the Douglas Treaty and a sacred responsibili ty to the salmon.\n \n Through his talk\, Carl will explore the vital importance of the SELE₭TEȽ (Goldstream River)\, the threat posed to its ancient trees and spawning grounds\, and how his unwavering presence even tually led to a provincial pause on the project in 2026. Come hear a first hand account of stewardship\, the power of persistence\, and why protectin g this watershed is essential for the future of the W̱SÁNEĆ people and the region.\n \n\n <\;a href=\"https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/a-talk-by-e lder-carl-olsen-about-goldstreamselete-tickets-1987343605221\">\;Get Tic kets<\;/a>\;\n\n \n  \n \n \n\n DTSTART:20260521T010000Z DTEND:20260521T023000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:WILD ART FOR THE BIG OF HEART DTSTAMP:20260424T215145Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3514-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Gage Gallery Arts":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n A Tanya Bub sculpture show celebrating local passion proj ects that make a difference\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n See sculptures inspired by 9 local charities\, and direct 25% of the purchase price to the cause of you r choice. Mark your calendars to come see the show and join us for a slew of exciting inspirational events indoors and out at the Gage Gallery durin g the month of May.\n\n\n\n Gallery hours Tuesday to Sunday\, 11 am - 5 pm \n\n\n\n All-Welcome Reception Thursday\, May 14\, 5-8 pm\n\n\n\n Free ent ry\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Learn all about the inspirational work done by:\n\n\ n\n Mustard Seed\n\n Soap for Hope\n\n Victoria Therapeutic Riding Associa tion \n\n Georgia Straight Alliance\n\n Broken Promises\n\n Rainbow Haven \n\n The Thinking Garden\n\n Voices in Motion\n\n CNIB\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n All-Welcome Events During the Show:\n\n\n\n Meet Mustard Seed\n\n A pop up event to learn more about the local work of Mustard Seed\n\n May 15 &\ ; 22\, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm\n\n\n\n The Thinking Garden Film Screening\n\n A short film and conversation about a South African women's cooperative fa rm that sows the seeds of change. Limited seating available.\n\n May 19\, 5:30 - 7:30 pm\n\n\n\n A Talk by Elder Carl Olsen about Goldstream/SELE₭ TEȽ\n\n Join us for an intimate evening with W̱SÁNEĆ Elder Carl Olsen (ZȺWIZUT) as he shares the story of his three-year peaceful vigil to pro tect the Goldstream River watershed. Limited seating available.\n\n May 20 \, 6:00 - 7:30 pm \n\n\n\n Georgia Straight Alliance: Beer\, Ocean and Ar t\n\n Raise a glass with us to the coast we all love! Experience Tanya’s ocean-inspired sculptures\, and learn more about GSA’s work safeguardin g our local waters for generations to come.\n\n May 21\, 5:00 - 7:00 pm\n\ n\n\n Victoria Therapeutic Riding Association: Community Fun Day\n\n Horse shoe painting\, mechanical horse rides\, and community learning.\n\n May 2 3\, 12:00 - 3:00 pm\n\n\n\n Broken Promises: Art for Dogs\n\n An afternoon of fun games and paw painting art for you and your dog!\n\n May 24\, 11:0 0 am - 2:00 pm\n\n\n\n Voices in Motion Concert\n\n Join us for an afterno on of music\, memory\, and community\n\n May 26\, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm\n\n\ n\n Georgia Straight Alliance: Ocean Week Orca Film and Talk\n\n Get inspi red for Ocean Week with an evening of storytelling\, film\, and community connection inspired by the waters we share. Limited seating available.\n\n May 28\, 5:00 - 7:00 pm\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n DTSTART:20260512T180000Z DTEND:20260601T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Loretta Kyle DTSTAMP:20260424T171534Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3513-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n We are thrilled to welcome sculptor Loretta Kyle to The Avenue Gallery!\n\n\n\n Loretta Kyle was born in Hemmingford\, Quebec and resides in Kelowna\, British Columbia. She studied Biological Sciences\, Laboratory and Research at the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology in the 1980s. She has been sculpting stone since 1987 and has worked full ti me in her practice since 1997. Her work has been exhibited across Canada\, including major exhibitions in Toronto and throughout Alberta\, as well a s internationally.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n I am all about stone. Perhaps I env y its ability to be strong and brittle\, hard and soft\, abrasive and silk y smooth\, utilitarian and soulful\, abundantly ordinary and exotically be autiful\, oxidizingly dull\, vibrantly colourful\, sensual and cold. - Lo retta Kyle\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n View Loretta Kyle's sculptures on The Avenue Gallery's website: Loretta Kyle - The Avenue Gallery\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Image: Young Nesters by Loretta Kyle – Brazilian soapstone\, 2 ½\" x 2 ¾\" x 4 ⅜\"\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260510 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:INDIE+INDUSTRY DTSTAMP:20260424T043547Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3512-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CineVic":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n INDIE+INDUSTRY is back! Don't miss this full day of profe ssional development for filmmakers including brunch\, panels\, and network ing at Chateau Victoria. Ticket includes plenty of inspiration\, collabora tion\, food\, refreshments\, and breaks throughout the day. Presented by C ineVic as part of the 14th annual Short Circuit Film Festival.\n\n\n\n IND IE+INDUSTRY\n\n Saturday May 2\, 2026\n\n 11:00am - 6:00pm\n\n Chateau Vic toria\n\n 740 Burdett Ave • Victoria BC\n\n $60\n\n\n\n 11:00am - FIRST\ , WE BRUNCH:\n\n Tara-Lee Novak - VANCOUVER ISLAND SOUTH FILM &\; MEDIA COMMISSION\n\n\n\n 1:00pm - THE FUNDERS PANEL:\n\n Erin Shaw - TELUS STOR YHIVE\n\n Mathew Parry - CREATIVE BC\n\n Paneet Singh - BC ARTS COUNCIL\n\ n Megan Leduc - CANADA COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS\n\n\n\n 2:30pm - THE FUNDAMENT ALS PANEL:\n\n Tamara Tulloch - ACTSAFE SAFETY ASSOCIATION\n\n\n\n 4:00pm - THE FESTIVALS PANEL:\n\n Mark Hoyne - VICTORIA FILM FESTIVAL\n\n Stephan ie Rossel - COMOX VALLEY INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL\n\n Johnny Blakeborou gh - VANCOUVER ISLAND FILM FESTIVAL\n\n David Geiss - SHORT CIRCUIT FILM F ESTIVAL\n\n\n\n 5:00pm - THE DEBRIEF:\n\n Networking reception with more f ood and drink to cap off the day\, before heading over to The Vic Theatre for our final night of Short Circuit Film Festival!\n\n\n\n Supported by C reative BC and the Province of British Columbia / Sponsored by IATSE 891\n \n\n\n Tickets and info at https://cinevic.ca/short-circuit-film-festival -2026/\n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART:20260502T180000Z DTEND:20260503T010000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Shred-A-Thon Supports Victoria Hospice DTSTAMP:20260423T175846Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3510-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Hospice":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Community members are invited to protect their privacy an d support compassionate end-of-life care at the same time by taking part i n the Shred-A-Thon for Victoria Hospice on Saturday\, May 2\, from 10:00 a .m. to 11:00 a.m.\n\n\n\n The event will be held at EMCO\, 3050 Leigh Road in Langford (off Langford Parkway\, across from Starlight Stadium). Resid ents can safely dispose of confidential documents while making a meaningfu l contribution to Victoria Hospice\, which provides essential care and sup port to individuals and families facing life-limiting illness.\n\n\n\n A m inimum suggested donation of $10 per box is encouraged\, with all proceeds benefiting Victoria Hospice. The Shred-A-Thon is proudly presented by Tea m WMC in support of the Hike for Hospice.\n\n\n\n “This is an easy\, pra ctical way for people to give back while checking an important task off th eir to-do list\,” organizers say. “Every box shredded helps ensure Vic toria Hospice can continue providing comfort\, dignity\, and care when it matters most.”\n\n\n\n Community members are encouraged to attend\, dona te generously\, and help spread the word.\n\n DTSTART:20260502T170000Z DTEND:20260502T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Canadian Coast Guard Day DTSTAMP:20260421T225258Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3508-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Michelle Imbeau":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Canadian Coast Guard Day – Public Open House\n\n\n\n Sa turday\, May 30\, 2026 from 10am to 3pm\n\n\n\n CCG Victoria Base - locate d at 25 Huron Street\n\n\n\n Victoria\, BC V8V 4V9\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Free family-friendly activities include: \n\n\n\n •            To ur a ship and helicopter\n\n\n\n •            Watch live resc ue demonstrations \n\n\n\n •            Learn about Search an d Rescue\, marine communications\, spill response and more\n\n\n\n •            Visit displays and meet some of our officers\, crew\, skilled trades and program specialists\n\n\n\n •             Discover our wide range of jobs at sea and onshore\n\ n\n\n •            Games and prizes all day long\n\n\n\n  \n \n\n\n ** Closed-toed footwear is required for vessel tours.\n\n\n\n Food trucks and water bottle filling stations will be on-site. \n\n\n\n Parking : There are several paid parking options in the vicinity. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\ n\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART:20260530T170000Z DTEND:20260530T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Goward House Artists' Reception DTSTAMP:20260422T173119Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3509-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Goward House":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n  Goward House Artists: Art Show &\; Sale \n Join us for a beautiful showcase of local talent at the Goward House Artists’ Ar t Show &\; Sale! From stunning landscapes to unique creative pieces\, t here’s something for every art lover to enjoy—and take home.\n  Art ists’ Reception\n  Saturday\, April 25\n  1:30 – 3:30 PM\n  Show Da tes\n April 28 – May 28\, 2026\n  Weekdays | 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM\n  24 95 Arbutus Road\n Come support local artists\, explore inspiring work\, an d maybe find your next favourite piece \n  More info: https://gowardhou se.com/\n #ArtShow #LocalArtists #VictoriaBC #SupportLocalArt #ArtSal e #CommunityEvents\n\n DTSTART:20260425T203000Z DTEND:20260425T223000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Funk N' Soul in the Township - TD Victoria International Jaz zFest (The Rumble f. Big Chief Joseph Boudreaux Jr.\, James Vickers Band) DTSTAMP:20260421T222842Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3507-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n New Orleans’ GRAMMY-nominated supergroup The Rumble i s more than just a band — it’s an opportunity to be immersed in a whol ly unique facet of New Orleans culture. Composed of Second Chief Joseph B oudreaux Jr. of the Golden Eagles\, trumpeter Aurélien Barnes\, trombon ist José Maize Jr.\, bassist TJ Norris\, guitarist Ari Teitel\, keybo ardist Andriu Yanovski\, and drummer Trenton O’Neal\, they fuse iconic New Orleans funk in the vein of The Meters and The Neville Brothers with electrifying brass and the singular visual splendor of the Black Masking c arnival tradition. The Rumble’s recent album\, Stories from the Battlef ield\, received a GRAMMY nomination for “Best Regional Roots Album 2025.”  Their live show is a symphony of rich colour and propulsive sou nd\, with each member sharing vocal duties and engaging the audience in th e classic Mardi Gras Native-American-style call-and response chanting.\n\n \n\n Opening for this evening will be the Nanaimo-based up-and-coming blue s-rocking James Vickers Band!\n\n\n\n Sunday\, June 28 | Bullen Park | 7: 00pm | $42\n\n DTSTART:20260629T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Funk N' Soul in the Township - TD Victoria International Jaz zFest (Etran de L'Aïr\, Wesli) DTSTAMP:20260421T222531Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3506-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Etran de L’Aïr (or “stars of the Aïr\,” the moun tainous region of Northern Niger) welcomes you to Agadez\, the capital cit y of Saharan rock and desert blues. Beloved for their dynamic repertoire o f hypnotic solos and sun-schlazed melodies\, Etran stakes out a place for Agadez guitar music. Whereas other Tuareg guitarists look to Western rock\ , Etran de L’Aïr play in a pan-African style that is emblematic of thei r hometown\, citing a myriad of cultural influences\, from Northern Malian blues and Hausa bar bands\, to Congolese Soukous. Etran’s sound reminds us that music can transmit a message while lighting up a celebration. Thi s is music for dancing\, after all. Moussa “Abindi” Ibra guitar/voc als\, Abdourahamane “Allamine” Ibrahim guitar/vocals\, Abdoulay e “Illa” Ibrahim bass\, Alghabid Ghabdouan drums\n\n\n\n Saturday\, June 27 | Bullen Park | 7:00pm | $42\n\n DTSTART:20260628T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Funk N' Soul in the Township - TD Victoria International Jaz zFest (SNACKTIME\, SHEBAD\, GEMINICRAB) DTSTAMP:20260421T222125Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3505-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Philadelphia’s beloved seven-piece soul/funk/alternativ e band SNACKTIME began in 2020\, performing free concerts in the state ’s Rittenhouse Square to huge crowds. Since then\, they have emerged as a force to be reckoned with\, selling out headlining shows and supporting tours for artists such as Portugal. The Man\, Fitz &\; The Tantrums\, N athaniel Rateliff\, and more. This is funky\, feel-good brass at its best\ , exponentially touring and working on new music\, with a stop at TD JazzF est ’s Bullen Park along their trajectory to stardom. Nico Bryant voca ls\, Michael Spearman trombone/keyboards\, Eric Sherman trumpet/guita r\, Austin Marlow drums\, Larry Monroe Jr. guitar\, Ben Stocker saxo phones\, Sam Gellerstein sousaphone/bass\n\n\n\n Friday\, June 26 | Bull en Park | 5:30pm | $42\n\n DTSTART:20260627T003000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fired Up! Contemporary Works in Clay -Annual Show and Sale DTSTAMP:20260421T194123Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3504-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Irene Ives":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The annual Fired Up! -Contemporary Works in Clay event is a highlight of the Canadian ceramics art scene. For its 42nd year\, the g roup explores the concept of “Ebb and Flow”. In art making\, as in lif e itself\, there is a natural cycle of ebb and flow. Artists who work in c lay inherently embrace the transformations and rearrangements of both thei r medium’s properties and their creative process. Clay fluctuates betwee n liquid\, semi-solid\, dry and then vitreous\, glassy states and potters work to coax desired effects along this ever-changing rhythm. They are pat ient\; their work involves engagement in stages and evolutions\, knowing w hen to take the lead\, and when to let the materials do their work. The cy cle of making is a dynamic\, rhythmic choreography of preparing\, building \, guiding\, combining\, experimenting\, while embracing the importance of timing. It involves a lifetime of developing an intuition for when and ho w to influence the materiality of the clay through its fluctuations and re sulting metamorphosis. We as artists are in a constant state of flux and f low as is the clay we embrace as our partner in creating art. Becoming a c eramic artist is a life-long\, non-linear process and our group is a worki ng example of the ebb and flow of artistic development across time as we s howcase the work of emerging artists to that of renowned masters in our fi eld.\n\n DTSTART:20260530T170000Z DTEND:20260601T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Chi's Creations by Chi Cheng Lee DTSTAMP:20260417T163607Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3502-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The jewellery collections from Chi's Creations are inspir ed by the natural beauty of Vancouver's North Shore\, translating coastal elements into pieces that feel both distinctive and effortlessly wearable. Each design offers a sense of meaning and individuality within everyday s tyle.\n\n\n\n Designer Chi Cheng Lee is a graduate of New York's Parsons S chool of Design. Influenced early on by her father\, a painter of Chinese watercolours on silk\, she went on to spend more than 18 years with the Fi fth Avenue luxury jewellery house Harry Winston.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n With a rich cross-cultural background shaped by living in 18 residences worldwid e\, Chi now works from her Studio-in-the-Woods in West Vancouver\, where h er global perspective continues to inform her designs.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Image: Sterling Silver Large 'Blossom' Ring with Sapphire\, 14kt. Gold &a mp\; 18kt. Gold by Chi's Creations – size 7\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n See more at: Chi's Creations - The Avenue Gallery\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260510 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:illuminare: Wings of Silence (Victoria) DTSTAMP:20260409T235737Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3499-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Gough":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n With the Emily Carr String Quartet\, Josh Layne (harp)\, and Malcolm Armstrong (double bass)\n\n\n\n Featuring the BC Premiere of T he Lost Birds By Christopher Tin – a magnificent choral work that serves as both an elegy for vanished species and a powerful plea for the earth ’s fragile future.\n\n\n\n Wings of Silence centres on Christopher Tin ’s striking cinematic oratorio\, The Lost Birds — a soaring tribute to the beauty of flight and a poignant lament for species lost to time. This immersive performance invites audiences to reflect deeply on humanity’s relationship with the natural world and the urgent need for conservation. \n\n\n\n Presented by the Capriccio Vocal Ensemble\, the concert is enrich ed by a collaboration of images provided by Rocky Point Bird Observatory ( RPBO). A special pre-concert panel discussion at 2:00 PM will feature Ann Nightingale (RPBO) and Dr. Richard Kool (Royal Road University)\, explori ng the intersection of art\, science\, and environmental stewardship. Audi ence members are also invited to explore information tables hosted by loca l nature and conservation groups before and after the performance.\n\n\n\n Students from the Arts Calibre Academy will contribute original artwork\ , displayed in the venue and available through a raffle draw. Proceeds wil l support the Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary\, further extending the event’s impact beyond the stage.\n\n\n\n As the inaugural event in the 2026 Gaia Celebration Series\, sponsored by the Gail O’Riordan Climate and the Art s Legacy Fund\, Wings of Silence offers a moving artistic experience groun ded in environmental awareness — a call to listen\, reflect\, and act be fore the voices of the earth fall silent.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n For tickets a nd more information:  https://capriccio.ca/\n\n DTSTART:20260502T220000Z DTEND:20260502T233000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Through Moving Windows DTSTAMP:20260414T221939Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3501-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Gage Gallery Arts":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Scenes of Public Transit and Landscapes by Liz Saunders-P artridge\n\n\n\n Featuring guest artists Liz Charsley\, Katharine Geddes\, Stefan Lehmann\, Martin Osberg\, and Kailee Perret-McMillan\n\n\n\n Galle ry Hours Tuesday to Sunday\, 11 am to 5 pm\n\n\n\n Opening Reception Sunda y\, April 26\, 4 to 6 pm\n\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260421 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260511 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:illuminare: Wings of Silence (Sidney) DTSTAMP:20260410T000724Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3500-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Gough":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n With the Emily Carr String Quartet\, Josh Layne (harp)\, and Malcolm Armstrong (double bass)\n\n\n\n Featuring the BC Premiere of T he Lost Birds By Christopher Tin – a magnificent choral work that serves as both an elegy for vanished species and a powerful plea for the earth ’s fragile future.\n\n\n\n Wings of Silence centres on Christopher Tin ’s striking cinematic oratorio The Lost Birds — a soaring tribute to t he beauty of flight and a poignant lament for species lost to time. This i mmersive performance invites audiences to reflect deeply on humanity’s r elationship with the natural world and the urgent need for conservation.\n \n\n\n Presented by Capriccio Vocal Ensemble\, the concert is enriched by a collaboration of images provided by Rocky Point Bird Observatory (RPBO). A special 20-minute pre-concert guest presentation (7:00pm) will be given by Dr. Tracy Underwood\, W̱SÁNEĆ Matriarch and Professor at the Univer sity of Victoria\, offering an insightful Indigenous perspective on stewar dship\, knowledge\, and connection to the land. Audience members are also invited to explore information tables hosted by local nature and conservat ion groups before and after the performance.\n\n\n\n As the inaugural even t in the 2026 Gaia Celebration Series\, sponsored by the Gail O’Riordan Climate and the Arts Legacy Fund\, Wings of Silence offers a moving artist ic experience grounded in environmental awareness — a call to listen\, r eflect\, and act before the voices of the earth fall silent.\n\n\n\n  \n\ n\n\n For tickets and more information:  https://capriccio.ca/\n\n DTSTART:20260504T023000Z DTEND:20260504T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Richard Motchman DTSTAMP:20260401T175512Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3498-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n A fresh perspective from Richard Motchman\, as he expands on his exploration of tangled growth and intimate forest landscapes. Whil e his work often draws us deep into the quiet complexity of undergrowth\, this stunning new painting\, Parksville Bay\, Parksville opens outward\, revealing coastal rocks and the ocean beyond. The result is a layered sen se of depth that still invites the same contemplative looking his painting s are known for.\n\n\n\n Born in Mombasa\, Kenya\, and raised in Penticton \, BC\, Richard's artistic journey began at an early age. Inspired by his reading of Vincent van Gogh in his teens\, he became determined to pursue a life in art. Richard went on to earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual A rts from the University of Victoria in 1982.\n\n\n\n Image: Parksville Ba y\, Parksville by Richard Motchman – oil on panel\, 36 x 36 inches\n\n\ n\n View Richard's paintings on The Avenue Gallery's website: Motchman\, Richard - The Avenue Gallery\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260424 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260502 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Opening Reception: Summer Small Works Show & Sale DTSTAMP:20260330T215546Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3497-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Art Rental + Sales presents the Summer Small Works Show & amp\; Sale\, celebrating artists local to the Vancouver Island area.\n\n\n \n Join us for the Opening Reception on Thursday\, June 18\, from 5-8pm\, with artists in attendance.  Browse a huge selection of artworks at acces sible price points\, and raise a glass to local artists in celebration of this annual Show &\; Sale. Admission to Art Rental + Sales is always fr ee!\n\n\n\n Summer Small Works Show + Sale runs from June 18 – September 6\, 2026\n\n\n\n Interested in submitting your artwork?\n\n Submissions a ccepted from April 1 – 26\n\n LEARN MORE\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Image Credit : Dallas Segno\, ACARD 0030 0126 (detail)\, paper mosaic on board\, 15.2 x 25.4 cm\, framed.\n\n DTSTART:20260619T000000Z DTEND:20260619T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Summer Exhibition Celebration DTSTAMP:20260330T212549Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3496-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Summer Exhibition Celebration\n\n Friday\, June 5 | 5-8pm \n\n\n\n Join us as we celebrate the launch of a new season of exhibitions at the Gallery! Free event. Everyone is welcome.\n\n\n\n Summer Exhibitio n Celebration | Art Gallery of Greater Victoria\n\n\n\n Image Credit: Alex a Hatanaka\, On the Land\, 2019\, hand carved and hand printed linocut on washi from Kashiki Seishi\, starch-strengthened and sewn\, 122 x 122 x 152 cm. Collection of John Donald. Photo by the Banff Centre for the Arts.\n\ n DTSTART:20260606T000000Z DTEND:20260606T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Sunday: Black and White DTSTAMP:20260330T210544Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3495-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The AGGV welcomes you to Family Sunday this April!\n\n\n\ n Get creative by exploring artmaking in black and white. Inspired by the exhibitions\, Fifty Shades of Ink: Ink Paintings from the AGGV Collections \, Dangerous Beauty: The Prints of Albrecht Dürer\, and our Permanent Col lection Galleries\, A View from Here: Reimagining the AGGV Collections\, c reate Chinese ink paintings with guest artist\, Andy Lou\, make wearable b uttons inspired by Albrecht Dürer\, and create a unique collage focused o n shape\, line\, and texture inspired by Victoria-artist Michael Morris. F amilies can learn more about the artists and artworks while enjoying guide d family tours designed especially for the event. Family Sunday is a fun-f illed day for everyone. \n\n\n\n —\n\n\n\n Family Sunday happens once a month from October – June\, and is an afternoon of exploring hands-on a rt making and ideas for all ages. This recurring program often features sp ecial guests such as storytellers\, artists\, performers or musicians!\n\n \n\n Family Sunday is included with admission.\n\n\n\n Admission is always free for:\n\n\n\n Visitors aged 25 &\; under\n\n AGGV Members &\; S ee Art Pass holders\n\n All Indigenous Peoples\n\n Support Workers accompa nying visitors who need assistance (Leisure Assistant Pass Holders)\n\n\n\ n \n\n Image Credit: Artist Andy Lou. Courtesy of the AGGV.\n\n DTSTART:20260419T210000Z DTEND:20260419T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:AGGV Studio: Summer Registration is OPEN! DTSTAMP:20260327T233716Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3494-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join us for summer art camps at the Art Gallery of Greate r Victoria\, where young artists explore the exhibitions in fresh\, imagin ative\, and contemplative ways that inspire their unique works of art in t he studio.\n\n\n\n Summer Registration opens on Tuesday\, March 31 at 10am \n\n\n\n Sign up here:\n\n ART CLASSES &\; CAMPS – Art Gallery of Gre ater Victoria\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20260331T170000Z DTEND:20260408T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Stephanie Taylor DTSTAMP:20260325T173216Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3491-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Relentlessly creative\, Stephanie Taylor moves between ab straction and impressionism\, incorporating elements of representational d etail to convey the fleeting emotive experience in nature\, while anchorin g the viewer in a specific environment. The light is a common focus in man y of Stephanie's pieces\; paintings are constructed in layers often with v ivid underpaintings that infuse the landscape with an elemental glow. Ste phanie studied Fine Arts at the University of Victoria. Her work can be fo und in numerous collections across Canada and abroad.\n\n\n\n Image: Ocea n Abstract by Stephanie Taylor – oil on linen\, 36 x 48 inches\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n View Stephanie's new series on The Avenue Gallery's website:  Stephanie Taylor - The Avenue Gallery\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260416 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260424 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:FibreAti Artists' Reception DTSTAMP:20260325T153710Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3490-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Goward House":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n  You’re Invited: Artists’ Reception – FibreAti Art Show &\; Sale \n\n\n\n Join us for a special afternoon celebrating cr eativity\, community\, and incredible local talent at the FibreAti Art Sho w &\; Sale Artists’ Reception!\n\n\n\n  Meet the artists:\n\n Joanne Barnard\n\n Nora Ready\n\n Dale MacEwan\n\n Judi MacLeod &\;\n\n Linda Carswell-Bland\n\n\n\n  Date: March 29\, 2026\n\n  Time: 1:30 PM – 3: 30 PM\n\n  Location: Goward House\, 2495 Arbutus Rd\, Saanich\, BC\n\n\n\ n Come connect with the artists\, hear the stories behind their work\, and enjoy a vibrant showcase of textile and mixed media art. Whether you’re an art lover\, collector\, or just curious\, this is a wonderful chance t o experience the exhibition in a relaxed\, welcoming setting.\n\n\n\n  Th e full show runs March 30 – April 22\, 2026 (weekdays 9:30 AM – 3:30 P M)\, so this reception is the perfect way to kick things off!\n\n\n\n Brin g a friend and celebrate local art with us \n\n\n\n #ArtShow #SaanichEve nts #LocalArtists #FibreArt #YYJEvents\n\n DTSTART:20260329T203000Z DTEND:20260329T223000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hike for Hospice 2026 DTSTAMP:20260324T182423Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3489-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Carley Gibson":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join us for our annual Hike for Hospice at beautiful Will ows Beach Park in Oak Bay! This fundraising event brings our community tog ether to raise critical funds and awareness for Victoria Hospice\, while e njoying a scenic 3.5km loop along Beach Drive to Oak Bay Marina and back.\ n\n\n\n Invite friends and family\, rally your co-workers or participate i ndividually to  support compassionate end-of-life care in our community.  Don't forget your furry companion - your pup could win our \"Best Dress ed Dog\" award.\n\n\n\n Register or support a hiker here: 2026 Hike for H ospice - Victoria Hospice\n\n DTSTART:20260503T160000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Oak Bay Arts Weekend-Spring Edition DTSTAMP:20260320T230619Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3488-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Arts Alive Opening":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of creativity d uring Oak Bay Arts Weekend – Spring Edition.  \n\n\n\n Connect personal ly with local creators\, discover new favourites and purchase one-of-a-kin d artworks.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Cocktails &\; Conversations\n\n\n\n Date : Friday April 10\, 2026 (6-8pm)\n\n\n\n Location: Monterey Recreations Ce ntre\n\n\n\n Meet the artists behind the work as you enjoy a cocktail on F riday evening.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Exhibition &\; Sale\n\n\n\n Date: Sat urday April 11\, 2026 (9am to 3pm)\n\n\n\n Location: Monterey Recreation C entre\n\n\n\n On Saturday meet local artists working in ceramics\, acrylic s\, oils\, watercolour\, printmaking\, weaving and photography displaying in the Monterey Recreation Centre.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Studio Tour\n\n\n\n Date:  Saturday &\; Sunday \n\n\n\n April 11 &\; 12\, 2026 (12 – 4pm)\n\n\n\n Locations: Various\n\n\n\n Saturday and Sunday afternoon take a tour of Oak Bay\, visit artists in their studios to learn about their a rtistic processes close up.\n\n\n DTSTART:20260411T010000Z DTEND:20260411T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Anything's Possible - SingYourJoy 15th Anniversary Celebrati on Concert DTSTAMP:20260319T220550Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3486-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Chepyha":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Anything's Possible - SingYourJoy celebrating 15 years!\n \n\n\n Milestones mark the passage of time. Our need to celebrate is integ ral to the way we live\, experience love\, grow\, contribute\, and ultimat ely die. It is the human experience. SingYourJoy Celebrates 15 years! A co ncert that honours our humble beginnings\, our challenging years and our c ollective successes. A concert that launches SingYourJoy Young Adult Choru s on a trajectory of Anything’s Possible!\n\n\n\n We are fueled by the p ower of community. Our singers offer up their Monday nights for fourteen s hort weeks in exchange for an opportunity to be with others\, share an act ivity\, a common experience and become something bigger than themselves. A s our singers prepare these wonderful concert experiences for you\, they a re also preparing themselves to be the leaders building better futures for all of us. Our song choices are carefully selected for fun\, inspiration\ , thoughtfulness\, and relevance for the singers and their place in time.\ n\n\n\n 15 Years.\n\n Memories to cherish.\n\n A milestone to celebrate.\n \n Our launching pad for an incredible future.\n\n\n\n Experience SingYour Joy on April 11th\, 2026 7pm as over 70 singers and 25 alumni take the sta ge at the Dave Dunnet Community Theatre.\n\n\n\n Tickets available online:  https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/anythings-possible-singyourjoy-15th-annivers ary-celebration-concert-tickets-1985309846193\n\n\n\n SingYourJoy Young Ad ult Chorus is under the direction of Co-Founders Christine Chepyha and Gor don Miller\, with Associate Director Jennifer Turner.\n\n DTSTART:20260412T020000Z DTEND:20260412T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:High Ground Hike for Tsunami Preparedness DTSTAMP:20260319T204203Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3485-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Royal Roads University":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Do you know what to do in the event of a tsunami in Colwo od?\n\n\n\n Join the City of Colwood and Royal Roads University (RRU) for a Hike to High Ground\, an interactive event designed to help residents pr actice tsunami preparedness.\n\n\n\n Lace up your shoes and walk the tsuna mi evacuation route while learning what to do in the event of a real emerg ency. Colwood Fire Rescue personnel will be on site to answer questions\, showcase emergency equipment\, and share information about tsunami evacuat ion maps for the area.\n\n\n\n 📅 Saturday\, April 18\n\n 🕙10 a.m. – 12 p.m.\n\n 📍Royal Roads University lower parking lot (2005 Sooke Rd.)\n\n\n\n Meet in the Royal Roads lower parking area and join a group o r take a self-guided walk up to the central parking area\, following the e vacuation path out of the tsunami zone. \n\n\n\n Along the route\, stop b y information booths to connect with community partners and service member s and learn more about tsunami preparedness:\n\n\n\n \n City of Colwood\n \n \n Colwood Fire Department\n \n \n West Shore Emergency Support Serv ice\n \n \n Royal Roads Student Services\n \n \n Ministry of Emergency M anagement and Climate Readiness\n \n\n\n\n All are welcome\, including on- leash pets. Parking is free for attendees during the event. Arrive and com plete the walk at anytime from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.\n\n DTSTART:20260418T170000Z DTEND:20260418T190000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Jan Lovewell DTSTAMP:20260319T172707Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3484-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Jan Lovewell's latest collection of naked raku vessels sh owcases her deep mastery of the medium. Each piece features delicate\, org anic patterns and a natural palette brought to life through a specialized firing process that lends the work its signature texture and visual depth. Based in Lund\, BC\, Jan has been creating pottery for over 30 years. Her work is exhibited widely and held in collections around the world\, refle cting both her technical expertise and her connection to the natural world .\n\n\n\n Image: Naked Raku Bowl by Jan Lovewell – Naked Raku\n\n\n\n View Jan's ceramics on The Avenue Gallery's website: Jan Lovewell - The Avenue Gallery\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260408 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260416 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Trades de France Night: Pre-season Mixer + Happy Hour DTSTAMP:20260318T174540Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3483-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Trades de France":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n \n \n Industry happy hour to gear up and get info for Trades de France 2026 - Victoria’s charity cycling challenge bu ilt for builders + designers.\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n Trades de France Nig ht: Pre-season Mixer + Happy HourTickets are $0\n \n\n \n Everyone wel come: join us for a casual industry happy hour to gear up and get info for  Trades de France 2026 - Victoria’s month-long charity cycling challen ge built for the trades\, builders\, and designers.\n \n\n \n Whether you’re a past team\, thinking about forming a team\, or curious about sp onsoring this year’s event\, this is a low-pressure way to connect\, ask questions\, and meet the people behind the ride.\n \n\n \n Who it’s for\n \n\n \n \n Current &\; past Trades de France teams\n \n \n Potential teams &\; team captains\n \n \n Sponsors & \; potential sponsors\n \n \n Trades professionals and trade-adjace nt businesses who love community (and a bit of friendly competition)\n \ n \n\n \n What to expect\n \n\n \n \n Drinks\, chats\, and indu stry networking\n \n \n A chance to ask questions and see what's ne w for 2026\n \n \n A chance to meet other companies who might want to ride\, sponsor\, or collaborate\n \n \n\n \n Details\n Thursday \, April 23\n 4:30–6:30 PM\n Swans Pub (Downtown Victoria)\n \n\n \n Come for 10 minutes or stay the whole time - this is a drop-in style mixer.\n \n\n \n (Food and drinks available for purchase.)\n \n \n\n DTSTART:20260423T233000Z DTEND:20260424T013000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Disney's Newsies: The Musical DTSTAMP:20260313T202750Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3481-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CCPA":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Seize the Day!\n\n\n\n A Tony-award winning score to swee p you up in the dramatic fight for what’s fair – based on the strike o f 1899 by the child labourers of New York\, led by those selling the paper s for the rich and powerful. Scrappy\, snappy\, and full of rousing calls to action his musical sensation will have you wanting to “stare down the odds and seize the day”.     \n\n\n\n \n Disney's Newsies\n \n\n \n April 17-25 2026\n \n\n \n McPherson Playhouse | 3 Centennial Square\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Tickets: $30-$55\n \n\n\n\n \n Disney’s NEWSIES is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance Materials are also supplied by MTI. www. mtishows.com\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n\n\n \n Music by Alan Menken\n \n\n \n Lyrics by Jack Feldman\n \n\n \n Book by Harvey Fierstein\n \n\n\n\n \n Based on the Disney Film written by Bob Tzudiker and Noni White.\n \n\n \n Originally produced on Broadway by Disney Theatrical Productions.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Friday April 17 2026 | 7:30PM \n\n Saturday April 18 2026 | 2:00PM*\, 7:30PM \n\n Sunday April 19 2026 | 2:00PM  \n\ n Thursday April 23 2026 | 7:30PM \n\n Friday April 24 2026 | 7:30 PM \n\n Saturday April 25 2026 | 2:00PM\, 7:30PM \n\n  \n \n\n DTSTART:20260418T023000Z DTEND:20260425T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Bayot Heer DTSTAMP:20260312T200836Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3480-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The Avenue Gallery is thrilled to receive breathtaking\, new gems from Bayot Heer\, whose elegant\, timeless jewellery designs ar e imbued with a European sensibility. Bayot considers working with preci ous metals and gemstones a rare privilege that comes with the responsibili ty to honour these materials with lasting designs. In this context\, he is often reminded of the Italian inspired slow food movement – being mindf ul of earth's resources we are trusted with. Bayot strives to live up to this quote by Piet Hein\; \"true design asks one thing of us: to uncover what it covers.\"\n\n\n\n Image: Green Tourmaline &\; Diamond Ring by Bayot Heer – 18kt. Rose Gold\, 14kt. Palladium White Gold\, 1.83ct Ova l Green Tourmaline\, 0.09ct. Diamonds G/H VS\, size 7.25\n\n\n\n View Bayo t's jewellery online: Bayot Heer\, Jeweller at The Avenue Gallery\, Victo ria\, BC\, Canada\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260331 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260408 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Discover Artistic Splendour at the SPAC Spring Exhibition an d Sale DTSTAMP:20260312T024929Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3478-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Scattered Artists Art Tour":broadland@xplornet .com DESCRIPTION:\n Welcome to the 73rd Annual Saanich Peninsula Arts and Cra ft Society (SPAC) Spring Show Exhibition and Sale\, a vibrant celebration of creativity and craftsmanship at the Mary Winspear Centre in Sidney\, BC . This year\, the event promises to be bigger and better than ever\, featu ring an astonishing array of over 2000 artworks from SPAC members.\n\n\n\n Join us on Saturday\, April 25 from 10 am to 5 pm\, and Sunday\, April 26 from 10 am to 4 pm for access to a world of artistic wonder spread across three galleries and a dedicated gift shop.\n\n\n\n Tickets are only $15 o nline at https://spacsociety.com/2026_spring_show/showtickets/  or at the door during the event.\n\n\n\n Immerse yourself in the beauty and diversi ty of floral displays\, pottery\, jewelry\, paintings\, and sculptures. Ma rvel at the intricate designs of fibre art and the exquisite craftsmanship of woodworks. This extraordinary exhibition showcases the incredible tale nt and creativity of our local artists.\n\n\n\n Don't miss the chance to s ee the standout pieces designated as “Juror’s Choice” and cast your vote for your favourite artwork with the Viewer’s Choice Ballots. With 1 5 door prizes up for grabs\, every visitor has a chance to take home somet hing special.\n\n\n\n The excitement starts early with Patrons Night on Fr iday\, April 24\, 2025. This exclusive event features wine and hors d’oe uvres\, live music\, and early access to the galleries. Mingle with the ar tists and gain unique insights into their work. Patrons’ Night tickets a re $195 for two people\, which includes a $100 gift certificate to use in the galleries — a perfect way to support the arts while enjoying an eleg ant evening out. But don’t delay tickets are only available until noon o n April 17 and can be acquired through the SPAC website at: https://spacso ciety.com/2025-2/patrons/\n\n\n\n This year’s SPAC Spring Show Exhibitio n and Sale is not just an event\; it’s an experience. Whether you’re a n art enthusiast\, a collector\, or simply looking for a delightful day ou t\, there’s something for everyone. Visit the gift shop for smaller item s and keepsakes that capture the essence of the exhibition.\n\n DTSTART:20260425T170000Z DTEND:20260426T000000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20260426T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gloria DTSTAMP:20260310T190227Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3477-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Sidneys Via Choralis":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n Via Choralis spring concert features Antonio V ivaldi's Gloria\, a welcome and rare opportunity to hear this uplifting wo rk in its entirety. The forty-voice choir will be assisted by guest solois ts and a string quartet. Preceding the Gloria\, the choir will perform oth er glorious choral favourites by Handel\, Mozart\, Fanny Mendelssohn Hense l\, Nathaniel Dett and Andrew Balfour. Via Choralis is led by Grant Harvil le and accompanied by pianist Kinza Tyrrell. The concert takes place on Su nday\, April 26 at 2:00 p.m in St. Elizabeth's Church\, 10030 Third St.\, Sidney. Tickets are $30 (adults) and $10 (children) and may be purchased a t Tanner's Books\, from choir members or online at 3common.com - https://3 common.com/event/69a4b3231215a66922f2f15b\n\n\n DTSTART:20260426T210000Z DTEND:20260426T223000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saanich Scattered Artists Tour DTSTAMP:20260309T042226Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3475-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Kari Frazer":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The Saanich Scattered Artists Art Tour is taking place on May 23 - 24\, 2026\, 11 AM to 4 PM. 32 artists showing and selling a vari ety of art in 7 garden settings in Saanich.  You will see a wide variety of artwork including paintings\, jewelry\, textiles\, ceramics\, woodworki ng\, stained glass\, home décor\, art cards\, gourd art\, handmade knives &\; more!\n\n\n\n A free self-guided tour! Come peek into the studios and garden settings. Enter to win free gift baskets &\; other prizes!  Music\, refreshments &\; more!  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260523 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260525 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Open Mic At Goldfinch DTSTAMP:20260306T003527Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3474-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Goldfinch Arts Centre":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Come for the curiosity\, stay for the live music at Goldf inch Arts Centre.\n\n  Open Mic Night returns Wednesday\, March 11th | 6: 30–8:30 PM\n\n \n\n Experience live local music\, original songs\, and u nexpected performances in a welcoming creative space. Whether you’re ste pping on stage or soaking it all in\, it’s the perfect midweek escape.\n \n \n\n  Musicians sign up at 6:15 PM\n\n  $5 suggested donation per per son\n\n  Ages 12 and up welcome\n\n Bring your own non-alcoholic beverage or a travel cup for water on location\n\n \n\n All genres. All skill leve ls. All community vibes.\n\n DTSTART:20260312T013000Z DTEND:20260312T033000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:17th Annual Bloom - Opening Gala DTSTAMP:20260306T002852Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3473-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Goldfinch Arts Centre":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n A Juried Art Exhibition Showcasing Paintings\, Drawings\, Mixed Media\, Fiber\, and both 2D &\; 3D Artwork s Inspired by Blooms\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n SUNDA Y - THURSDAY | 12:00PM - 4:00PM\n \n\n \n APRIL 2 - MAY 3\, 2026 \n \n\n \n OPENING RECEPTION: APRIL 4\, 2026 | 1:00 - 3:00PM\n \n \n \n \n\n DTSTART:20260404T200000Z DTEND:20260404T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Raw Colour: Driven to Abstraction - Opening Gala DTSTAMP:20260306T002319Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3472-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Goldfinch Arts Centre":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Immerse yourself in an explosion of colour texture and mo vement at Raw Colour Driven to Abstraction\, a bold contemporary abstract art exhibition at Goldfinch Arts Centre. This dynamic show celebrates intu itive mark making expressive layers and fearless use of colour featuring p owerful abstract works curated by juror Kim Money.\n\n\n\n Exhibition runs March 5th to 29th\n\n\n\n (Thursday to Sunday)\n\n\n\n Opening Gala March 7 from 1 to 3 PM\n\n\n\n Goldfinch Arts Centre\n\n 170 Goldfinch Rd\, Col wood\n\n\n\n Experience contemporary abstract art in Colwood where creativ ity emotion and colour collide. Free to attend and open to the public Thur sday to Sunday 12-4pm.\n\n DTSTART:20260307T210000Z DTEND:20260307T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fermata - charcoal drawings by Liz Charsley DTSTAMP:20260304T201042Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3470-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Liz Charsley":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Fermata is a musical term meaning a pause of unspecified length. For Liz\, who sings with the choir Ensemble Laude\, a walk in the woods or along a beach can deliver a visual fermata\, caused by light glan cing through the trees or bouncing off the water. Her charcoal drawings\, many of them rich in detail\, capture these moments\, preserving them in t he dreamy stillness of soft monochrome charcoal.  \n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART:20260331T180000Z DTEND:20260420T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Sunday: Care and Meaning DTSTAMP:20260303T195729Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3469-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Mar 15 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm\n\n The AGGV welcomes you to M arch Family Sunday!\n\n\n\n Through the art of Simranpreet Anand\, Emily C arr\, and Dana Claxton\, you are invited to explore through art making how you can show others what has meaning to you and what you care about\, inc luding things and ideas such as personal identity\, family history\, and t he environment.\n\n\n\n Play with pixelation to make a picture of your fav ourite food or belongings\, help to build a sculpture using strips of recy cled fabrics\, and paint a postcard inspired by excerpts from Emily Carr ’s journals. We look forward to seeing you at the Gallery!\n\n\n\n —\n \n\n\n Family Sunday happens once a month from October – June\, and is a n afternoon of exploring hands-on art making and ideas for all ages. This recurring program often features special guests such as storytellers\, art ists\, performers or musicians!\n\n\n\n Family Sunday is included with adm ission.\n\n\n\n Admission is always free for:\n\n\n\n Visitors aged 25 &am p\; under\n\n AGGV Members &\; See Art Pass holders\n\n All Indigenous Peoples\n\n Support Workers accompanying visitors who need assistance (Lei sure Assistant Pass Holders)\n\n DTSTART:20260315T210000Z DTEND:20260315T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Artist Demo with Dave Skilling DTSTAMP:20260303T004055Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3468-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Saturday\, March   7 | 11am – 2pm\n\n Saturday\, March 14 | 11am – 2pm\n\n\n\n Join linocut print artist Dave Skilling as he d emonstrates his practice and answers questions in support of In Your Eleme nt Show &\; Sale\, presented by Art Rental + Sales. No registration req uired.\n\n\n\n Admission to Art Rental + Sales is always free!\n\n\n\n Ima ge Credit: Dave Skilling\, Refuge II\, monoprint\, 19.25 x 26.25″\, fram ed\, $1100.\n\n DTSTART:20260314T180000Z DTEND:20260314T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Artist Demo with Dave Skilling DTSTAMP:20260303T004009Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3467-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Saturday\, March   7 | 11am – 2pm\n\n Saturday\, March 14 | 11am – 2pm\n\n\n\n Join linocut print artist Dave Skilling as he d emonstrates his practice and answers questions in support of In Your Eleme nt Show &\; Sale\, presented by Art Rental + Sales. No registration req uired.\n\n\n\n Admission to Art Rental + Sales is always free!\n\n\n\n Ima ge Credit: Dave Skilling\, Hillside Hike II\, monoprint\, 19.25 x 26.25″ \, framed\, $1100.\n\n DTSTART:20260307T190000Z DTEND:20260307T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Presenter Series: Art for Art’s Sake – April Fools Comed y Edition DTSTAMP:20260302T214653Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3466-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CineVic":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n CineVic Presenter Series:\n\n Art for A rt’s Sake – April Fools Comedy Edition\n\n\n\n CineVic’s Presenter Series is a focus on creating\, showcasing and learning for the fun of i t. Join us for the screening of newly created\, short comedy films made by local participants — on April Fools Day! Seven filmmakers have signed u p and are currently hard at work creating their movie magic. On April 1st each filmmaker will have 10 minutes to present their work\, followed by a short Q&\;A and sharing some stories about their process. Then stick ar ound to socialize and keep the conversations rolling!\n\n\n\n Wednesday Ap ril 1st 2026\n\n 7:00pm\n\n The Roxy Theatre – 2657 Quadra Street\n\n\n\ n Free admission for CineVic members\n\n $10 for non-members\n\n (Members check your inbox for the promo code)\n\n\n\n For advance tickets\, CLICK HERE >\;>\;\n\n\n\n Tickets will also be available at the door.\n\n\n\ n For information on signing up to make a film\, CLICK HERE >\;>\;\n\ n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20260402T020000Z DTEND:20260402T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Education Series w/ Arnold Lim DTSTAMP:20260302T214419Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3465-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CineVic":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n CineVic Education Series:\n\n Arnold Li m and The Bryce Lee Story\n\n\n\n CineVic’s first instalment of our Ed ucation Series will be breaking down local director Arnold Lim’s most r ecent feature film\,The Bryce Lee Story\, as he guides you along his proce ss through pre-production\, production and finally post-production.\n\n\n\ n The Bryce Lee Story is Arnold’s most recent directing adventure and w as filmed in the summer of 2025\, with funding from Telefilm Canada and su pport from Victoria’s local crew including several CineVic members.\n\n\ n\n From one filmmaker to another\, this intimate guest talk will answer y our burning questions\, and share what it takes to create a successful ind ie feature film production.\n\n\n\n Wednesday March 4th 2026\n\n 6:00pm\n\ n Intrepid Theatre – 1609 Blanshard Street\n\n\n\n Free for CineVic memb ers\n\n $10 for non-members\n\n (Members check your inbox for the promo co de)\n\n\n\n Get Your Ticket >\;>\;\n\n\n\n Korean-Canadian director A rnold Lim was selected as a recipient of Telefilm’s Talent to Watch pro gram twice\, with past awards and grants from the BC Arts Council\, Canada Council for the Arts\, BravoFACT\, the Harold Greenberg Fund and the DGCB C Greenlight Award. Lim is a graduate of the National Screen Institute’s Features First Program\, and has been a programmer or juror for numerous film festivals\, a video journalist of more than a decade\, and Photograph y Manager for four Olympic Games. He hails from Victoria\, BC.\n\n\n\n Arn old will be interviewed by Joyce Kline\, a Leo award winning producon des igner and filmmaker with a passion for storytelling. Formally trained as a visual arst\, she draws on wide-ranging experience as a writer\, playwrig ht\, dancer\, set decorator and installaon\, performance and storyboard ar st. Her debut film Cancelled Stamp\, which she wrote and directed\, was vo ted Audience Favourite Best Short in the 2022 Victoria Film Fesval and Leo nominated for Producon Design in a Short Drama. Her screenplays have been quarter and semi-finalists in internaonal compeons\; she also hosts Push In: The Cinevic Podcast.\n\n DTSTART:20260305T020000Z DTEND:20260305T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:In My Day DTSTAMP:20260227T230722Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3464-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Phoenix Theatre":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Neon lights\, club beats\, and a generation on edge colli de. \n\n\n\n A powerful and deeply moving play that sheds light on a pivo tal chapter in our history\, In My Day is set during the HIV/AIDS crisis i n BC and celebrates the resilience of diverse communities who came togethe r in extraordinary ways.\n\n \n\n This verbatim theatre work is a large-sc ale production featuring a cast of nineteen\, a cinematic set inspired by the curved wall of the Vancouver Public Library\, and projections that bri ng many Vancouver locations to life. With 80s and 90s costumes\, music\, a nd visuals\, the staging vividly captures the essence of the time.\n\n DTSTART:20260313T030000Z DTEND:20260322T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Kimberly Kiel DTSTAMP:20260225T224247Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3463-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Inspired by her love for art as a joyful\, dynamic expres sion\, Kimberly Kiel captures the excitement and rhythm of life's celebrat ions. Kimberly is an energetic\, outgoing and charming artist\, just like the paintings she creates. Her full-of-life attitude is perfectly depicted in her creations.\n\n\n\n \"For me creating art is a passion\, a celebrat ion of the joy and colour to be found in life.\" – Kimberly Kiel\n\n\n \n  \n\n\n\n Image: The Lengths We Are Prepared To Go by Kimberly Kie l – oil on canvas\, 30 x 60 inches\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n View Kimberly Kiel 's paintings on The Avenue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegallery.co m/artists/painters/kiel-kimberly/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260315 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260323 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Artist Talk: The Cook Street Murder DTSTAMP:20260222T213135Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3462-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Gage Gallery Arts":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join Carmen Totino at Gage Gallery for a discussion of he r latest exhibition inspired by noir fiction\, featuring linocut prints an d oil paintings.\n\n\n\n In this talk\, the artist examines how carving an d printing generate stark contrast and tension\, and how painting builds a tmosphere and psychological depth. These processes create a visual languag e of shadow\, structure\, and suspense\, revealing an ambiguous and unstab le narrative.\n\n DTSTART:20260321T210000Z DTEND:20260321T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Cook Street Murder: Impressions of a Mystery DTSTAMP:20260222T212544Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3461-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Gage Gallery Arts":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n A cat that knows too much and a mysterious mur der of crows. Through oil paintings\, linocut prints\, and sculptures this exhibition conjures a local noir fiction. Familiar places elicit intrigue and every image suggests a story unfolding at the edges.\n\n\n\n Oil Pain ting &\; Linocut prints by Carmen Totino\n\n Sculptures by guest artist s Tanya Bub &\; Ilka Bauer\n\n\n\n Gallery Hours: Tuesday to Sunday\, 1 1 am - 5 pm\n\n\n\n Reception March 14th: 2-5pm\n\n\n\n Artist Talk March 21st\, 28th\, 29th: 2-3pm\n\n DTSTART:20260310T180000Z DTEND:20260330T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Guy Hollington DTSTAMP:20260218T221124Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3460-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Guy Hollington's journey into the world of glass began a lmost by chance. A casual remark sparked his interest\, leading him to an introductory six-week course that soon evolved into a deep passion for bl own glass. Further studies at both the Corning Museum of Glass and the Pil chuck School of Glass allowed him to explore the complexities of glassblow ing\, refining his technique and expanding his artistic vision.\n\n\n\n Th is piece is a frozen whirlwind of confetti caught in mid-celebration\; a j oyful explosion suspended forever in glass. – Guy Hollington\n\n\n\n Im age attached: Blue and Fire by Guy Hollington – blown glass\, 14 x 7.5 x 4 inches\n\n\n\n View Guy Hollington's glass series on The Avenue Ga llery's website: Guy Hollington\, Glazier at The Avenue Gallery\, Victori a\, BC\, Canada\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260307 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260315 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victoria Sketch Club’s 117th Annual Spring Show & Sale DTSTAMP:20260217T192402Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3459-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="VSC":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n DTSTART:20260317T230000Z DTEND:20260323T010000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Glow House: Tribute to Kelly Mark DTSTAMP:20260217T142801Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3458-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Deluge/Antimatter":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Glow House: Tribute to Kelly Mark\n\n\n\n February 21 to March 14\, 2026\n\n\n\n Viewable from Yates Street nightly\, dusk to midn ight\n\n\n\n Deluge Contemporary Art | 636 Yates Street\, Victoria BC | ht tp://deluge.ca\n\n\n\n To mark one year since the death of much-loved conc eptual artist Kelly Mark\, a group of organizations\, artists and curators across Canada are working together to present her singular work\, Glow H ouse\, in tandem for one night: 21 February 2026.\n\n\n\n Originating with a three-week presentation at Deluge Contemporary Art (Victoria)\, Glow Ho use will also be presented by Southern Alberta Art Gallery Maansiksikaits itapiitsinikssin (Lethbridge)\, University of Saskatchewan (Saskatoon)\, One Night Stand (Winnipeg)\, Hamilton Artists Inc. (Hamilton) and the Kel ly Mark Estate\, with parallel installations taking place in Toronto\, Mon treal and Halifax.\n\n\n\n A text by Robin Metcalfe\, reflecting on his lo ng-running curatorial work with Kelly Mark will be available for download at the Deluge and other sites in February 2026. \n\n\n\n DTSTART:20260222T000000Z DTEND:20260315T055900Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Strange Hour: A Brunch Variety Show DTSTAMP:20260216T004044Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3457-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Spec Theatre":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n February 22nd\, Sunday\, The Strange Hour\, Victoria's on ly 19 plus brunch variety Show featuring presenters and performers across all genres\, has an amazing lineup for you that will tickle all of your fa ncies and cerebral cortexes...\n\n\n\n 🤡🦖📃\n\n\n\n Chiara Cannata ro - A self-proclaimed wackadoo\, taking the stage to do whatever it is sh e does while playing with the frustration of confines and letting one’s colours fly.\n\n\n\n Tim Gosley - A Gemini Award winning puppeteer with fo ur decades in live and television puppetry\, including a little show calle d Fraggle Rock.\n\n\n\n Cole Jackson - Hip-hop artist\, producer\, and fil mmaker\, combines eclectic soundscapes\, abstract visuals\, and evocative writing.\n\n\n\n Christina Haska - Data wonk\, verified know it all\, and analyst by day.\n\n\n\n PLUS VENDORS!!\n\n\n\n TICKETS: https://skam.ca/th e-strange-hour/\n\n\n\n As always\, we will be joined by Sustainable Fox\, running the Strange Station\, with a sustainable craft or skill to acquir e. Drinks by Driftwood\, freshly baked goods\, and onigiri by Good Filling Sankaku. Hang out\, slurp and munch\, work on your sustainable skill or p roject in our newly designed Strange Shack\, now equipped with fast play b oard games. So come early!\n\n\n\n 🍺🍙🧁🤙\n\n\n\n When?: 849 For t Street ( SKAM Satellite Studio)\n\n\n\n Time?: Doors 10AM\, Show 11AM (W ith short intermission)\n\n\n\n Cost?: $25 regular\, $35 paid forward\, $1 5 accessible\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n If price is a barrier\, please reach out t o us. Art and performance should be accessible to everyone.\n\n\n\n  \n\n \n\n If you like The Strange Hour\, help us out by spreading the good word via shares and comments and likes. Community word of mouth matters!\n\n\n \n  \n\n\n\n Wheelchair accessible. On the Waterways and Territories of t he Songhees and Esquimalt Peoples. Find out whose lands and waterways you' re on by going to www.native-land.ca. Support local art\, get involved wit h community events and find that perfect gift all at the Aunty Collective. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Questions? Comments? Want to get involved? Please reac h out!\n\n DTSTART:20260222T180000Z DTEND:20260222T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Indoor Mini-Golf Fundraiser for Ukraine - Odd Fellows Hall DTSTAMP:20260215T174757Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3456-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="oddfellows":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n Back for  one-day only\, Victoria Odd Fellows are s etting up a customized\, indoor minigolf course. \n\n\n\n \n Everyone is welcome to our 5th annual event!\n \n\n \n Victoria Odd Fellows Hall 131 5 Douglas St\n \n\n \n  \n \n Take part in two ways:\n\n * Drop-ins from 1pm to 4PM\, $10/person\, $25/family.\n\n * Sign-up for the tournament ru nning from 7-9\, $15 per person\, $50 for a foursome.\n\n Facebook event:  https://www.facebook.com/share/1DhFWK883A/?mibextid=wwXIfr\n\n \n\n The tournament is open to the first 72 people who donate (4 players per hole\, 18 holes). Please PROVIDE YOUR NAME in the comment field as part of your donation.You can reserve a foursome for $50.\n\n Pay to play in the tourna ment here: https://www.paypal.com/pools/c/9mkSsdPylK\n\n \n\n Thanks for support from:\n\n @islandviewminigolf\n\n https://www.islandviewgolf.ca/\n \n @FuntimeInflatablesVic\n\n https://funtimeinflatables.ca/\n\n DTSTART:20260228T200000Z DTEND:20260301T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Andrii Yendakov DTSTAMP:20260212T200506Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3455-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n A passionate en plein air painter\, Andrii Yendakov draws inspiration from the natural light\, vivid colours\, and textures that su rround him\, capturing fleeting moments that blend the beauty of nature wi th an emotional response. Since settling in Victoria in 2024\, he has foun d new inspiration in his surroundings\, continuing to evolve as an artist. \n\n\n\n Andrii's work reflects years of experience in graphic design and craftsmanship\, offering a fresh\, immersive perspective. His paintings ar e held in private collections in Ukraine\, Belarus\, Switzerland\, and now Canada\, and his distinctive approach to painting invites viewers to conn ect on a deeply personal level.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Image: Creyke Point b y Andrii Yendakov – oil on canvas board\, 12 x 16 inches\n\n\n\n  \n\n\ n\n View Andrii's paintings on The Avenue Gallery's website: Andrii Yenda kov - The Avenue Gallery\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260227 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260307 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:AGGV Studio: Spring Registration is OPEN! DTSTAMP:20260211T225452Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3453-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n AGGV Studio: Spring Registration is OPEN!\n\n\n\n Join us for creative learning at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria\, where stud ents explore our exhibitions in fresh\, imaginative\, and contemplative wa ys that inspire unique works of art in the studio.\n\n\n\n This spring w e’ve got art classes for toddlers\, youth\, and adults\, plus Spring Bre ak &\; Pro-D Day art camps\, family workshops and more!\n\n\n\n Class s izes are small so learners of all ages get individualized attention from o ur professional instructors\, so they can thrive. \n\n\n\n Don’t miss t his unique opportunity to create in a gallery setting - Register today!\n\ n\n\n Learn more at https://shop.aggv.ca/collections/art-classes-camps\n\n —\n\n We want high-quality\, engaging art education to be accessible - if registration fees are prohibitive for you\, there are a limited number of need-based bursaries available. Contact the at studio studio@aggv.ca fo r more information.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260211 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260523 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rising Economy Conference 2026 DTSTAMP:20260209T185331Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3452-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="South Island Prosperity":broadland@xplornet.co m DESCRIPTION:\n Rising Economy 2026 is Greater Victoria’s largest multi -sector business conference\, designed for entrepreneurs\, innovators\, bu siness owners\, public leaders and community builders.\n\n\n\n With the th eme of “Activating Possibility\,” this year’s conference is a lively \, idea-rich gathering featuring fast-paced Spark Talks\, Power Panels and interactive sessions that explore how leadership\, AI and tech\, workplac e trends and global shifts are impacting us. \n\n\n\n The agenda blends i nsight with energy\, from rapid-fire innovation sessions with emerging com panies to candid “Ask Me Anything” conversations\, including one with the mayors of Victoria\, Saanich\, Sidney and View Royal.\n\n\n\n Attendee s will hear from economists\, innovators\, founders\, CEOs and civic leade rs on topics ranging from Canada’s pivot in a fragmenting global order t o avoiding obsolescence in the age of AI. Featured speakers include: Judit h Bosire\, Chief Economist\, Vancity\; Jason Morehouse\, CEO\, HiBoop\; Ti nka Robev\, CEO\, Puzzle Lab\;  Justin Young\, Owner\, Canadian Tire\; Ia n Chisholm\, Author\, Quiet Champions\; Mike Vardy\, Author and Productivi ty Strategist\, and many more.\n\n\n\n Register today at https://ourrisin geconomy.com/\n\n DTSTART:20260310T150000Z DTEND:20260312T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CineVic Screening @ VFF 2026 DTSTAMP:20260206T210602Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3450-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CineVic":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n CineVic is an artist-run society supporting inde pendent filmmakers and media artists on Vancouver Island and the Gulf Isla nds with accessible programming\, affordable equipment\, professional deve lopment resources\, and cinematic exhibition opportunities since 1991. We are always thrilled to continue a shared history alongside the Victoria Fi lm Festival with our annual screening of local short films\, showcasing th e diversity of work created by our amazing members – from comedy to dram a\, documentary\, sci-fi\, music video\, and even some celluloid experimen tation. Screening will be followed by a short Q&\;A with filmmakers in attendance.\n\n\n\n Sunday February 15th 2026\n\n 7:30pm\n\n The Roxy Thea tre\n\n 2657 Quadra St.\n\n Victoria BC\n\n\n\n You are also invited to a pre-screening public reception to celebrate and network with local filmmak ers and fellow festival movie-goers. Snacks will be provided and drinks wi ll be available for purchase. Join us before the screening at:\n\n\n\n Caf fe Fantastico\n\n 965 Kings Rd.\n\n Starting @ 5:30pm\n\n Sunday February 15th 2026\n\n\n\n Tickets and film info at https://cinevic.ca/event/cinevi c-screening-vff-2026-02-15/\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20260216T033000Z DTEND:20260216T053000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Short Circuit Film Festival 2026 - Submit Your Film! DTSTAMP:20260206T210207Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3449-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CineVic":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n Submit your film for the 14th annual Short Circu it Film Festival on Vancouver Island\, British Columbia\, Canada!\n\n\n\n For 2026\, Short Circuit will be a … short circuit! That’s right\, w e’re hitting the road to present a tour of local films in four locations across Vancouver Island: Tofino\, Courtenay\, Nanaimo\, and Victoria. Sub missions are accepted from filmmakers in our home region of Vancouver Isla nd and the Gulf Islands.\n\n\n\n Short Circuit began in 2012 with a showca se of short films from the Pacific Northwest\, and in 2017 we widened the lens to include work from around the entire Pacific Rim. Our tours in 2018 and 2023 expanded the scope and impact of our festival\, bringing outstan ding short films to even more audiences in BC and across Canada. In 2025 w e presented more than three dozen short films in five screening programs\, plus filmmaker Q&\;As\, parties\, awards\, the Odeon Alley mini-cinema \, and the INDIE+INDUSTRY professional development day including a brunch\ , panels\, and networking.\n\n\n\n In 2026 we are excited to partner with Monday Night Movies in Tofino\, Comox Valley International Film Festival i n Courtenay\, and Vancouver Island Short Film Festival in Nanaimo\, to pre sent this unique opportunity for local filmmakers. The tour wraps up with our two-day hometown festival in Victoria at The Vic Theatre!\n\n\n\n Subm ission deadlines:\n\n Early Deadline – February 4\, 2026\n\n Late Deadli ne – February 25\, 2026\n\n\n\n Tentative screening dates:\n\n Courtenay / CVIFF – April 3\, 2026\n\n Tofino / MNM – April 13\, 2026\n\n Nanai mo / VISFF – April 17\, 2026\n\n Victoria / Short Circuit – May 1-2\, 2026\n\n\n\n Submit your film at https://filmfreeway.com/ShortCircuit\n\n\ n\n  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260225 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Lorna Dockstader DTSTAMP:20260205T194147Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3448-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Inspired by a late-May cruise through the Pacific Northwe st\, Lorna Dockstader found quiet moments among the coastal waters and ice bergs. She brings the same focus on simplicity and colour she applies to C anadian landscapes\, exploring themes of purity\, solitude and the calm ce rtain places can bring.\n\n\n\n Image: Stillness Woven in White by Lorna Dockstader – acrylic on canvas\, 24 x 30 inches\n\n\n\n See more at: L orna Dockstader | The Avenue Gallery\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260219 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260227 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:HERE & THERE : Paintings by Martin Osberg DTSTAMP:20260131T195340Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3447-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Gage Gallery Arts":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Compositions in Oil and Acrylic\, inspired by the land\, sea\, and architecture of the Southern Gulf Islands\, Portugal\, and Spain \n\n\n\n Martin Osberg has been painting for over 30 years. The most signi ficant influences on his style have been the land and sea around Vancouver Island and the Southern Gulf Islands\, and the interesting play of light and shadow on buildings in Portugal and Spain. The series \"Impressions of Iberia\" started during a one month painting retreat in Portugal in 2017 and has continued to develop up to the present.\n\n\n\n The painted compos itions included in HERE and THERE showcase these two distinct influences a nd include works in oil and acrylic on canvas\, linen\, wood panels and ar chival oil paper mounted on wood panels.\n\n\n\n Martin Osberg has a studi o above the Gage Gallery and will be in his studio painting for the durati on of the show. Visitors to the gallery are invited to come up to his stud io to meet and discuss his approach to painting.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Exhibi tion runs February 17 to March 8\n\n Tuesday to Sunday 11 am - 5 pm\n\n\n\ n Opening Reception Thursday\, February 19\, 6 to 9 pm.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260217 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20260308T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Bruce Edmundson DTSTAMP:20260128T193223Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3446-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Bruce Edmundson began wood carving in the early 1990s w hile working in the forest industry doing timber development and silvicult ure work. Interest in high quality wood was a natural development of worki ng in the BC forests. An especial interest was the locally exotic or unusu al. The natural result is burls. These abnormal growths found on most tree s demonstrate - to the extreme - the characteristics that people cherish i n wood.\n\n\n\n Image: Tea Service by Bruce Edmundson – Vancouver Isla nd Big Leaf Maple Burl\, 4 x 18 x 16 inches\n\n\n\n View Bruce's sculpture s on The Avenue Gallery's website: Victoria Wood Sculptor Bruce Edmundson | The Avenue Gallery\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260211 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260219 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Sunday: Fairy Tales\, Love\, and Dangerous Beauty DTSTAMP:20260123T235203Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3445-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n For our February Family Sunday\, discover the etchings an d woodcuts of Renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer in the AGGV exhibition Da ngerous Beauty: The Prints of Albrecht Dürer.\n\n\n\n Learn how to make y our own monogram\, inspired by the artist’s distinctive monogram. Sketch a scene from a fairy tale\, employing cross-hatching and stippling as Dü rer did to create shadow and depth. In honour of Valentine’s Day\, decor ate cookies to share with those you love\, using icing as a drawing medium to make images inspired by Dürer’s prints. Join us for an afternoon of fun and imagination!\n\n\n\n —\n\n\n\n Family Sunday happens once a mon th from October – June\, and is an afternoon of exploring hands-on art m aking and ideas for all ages. This recurring program often features specia l guests such as storytellers\, artists\, performers or musicians!\n\n\n\n Family Sunday is included with admission.\n\n\n\n Admission is always fre e for:\n\n\n\n Visitors aged 25 &\; under\n\n AGGV Members &\; See A rt Pass holders\n\n All Indigenous Peoples\n\n Support Workers accompanyin g visitors who need assistance (Leisure Assistant Pass Holders)\n\n\n\n Ac cessibility: The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is committed to providing a welcoming and accessible destination for all to enjoy. The main entranc e is wheelchair accessible with a ramp on the left side of the entrance wi th no handrail. There's one set of power doors located at the left side of the entrance at the top of the ramp.\n\n DTSTART:20260215T220000Z DTEND:20260216T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ethne Cullen Art Show & Sale DTSTAMP:20260123T174441Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3444-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Goward House":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Ethne Cullen calls herself a nomad\, having lived and wor ked in five countries and three Canadian provinces. She is an educator by training having worked as a teacher\, principal and university lecturer. A s well\, for many years she “had one foot in the real world” as an ent repreneur\, owning three clothing stores in Victoria. She has been active in the community\, sitting on boards of the Victoria symphony\, a large ho spital in Toronto and chairing the United Way Board in Victoria as well an d the National United Way Board. She has enjoyed sport: golf\, tennis and skiing in her younger years. She enjoys music\, playing the piano as relax ation\, and paints\, paints\, paints.\n\n\n\n During her travels she has k ept her artistic eye open to the variety and colour in our world. This is reflected in her artwork. She uses a mix of media including oils\, acrylic s\, pastels\, and often mixed media. Her subject matter is as varied as th e medium in which she works. Many of her ideas are drawn from other people ’s projects\, and she translates these into her own interpretation. \n\n \n\n She has selected artwork that shows the variety of her work. A variet y of subject matter – everything from flowers\, to landscapes\, to anima ls. A variety of media – oils\, acrylics and pastels. And she shows off a variety of techniques – she paints with sponges\, stencils\, credit ca rds\, straws\, pastel chalks and\, of course\, brushes.\n\n\n\n Ethne enjo ys nothing more than sitting at her large painting table\, putting on an a udio book and dabbling with paint.\n\n\n DTSTART:20260201T213000Z DTEND:20260201T233000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – William Liao DTSTAMP:20260122T172536Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3443-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n A graduate of Beijing Normal University\, William Lia o approaches painting with a deep belief in artistic expression across al l genres. His subjects range from cityscapes and landscapes to florals\, p ortraits\, and abstract compositions\, with each painting reflecting his e volving emotions and understanding of life. William views painting as a re flection of his life journey\, intertwined with music\, calligraphy\, lite rature and film. Past accolades include winning Art Battle Vancouver\, the Silver Medal at the Signature Medal Show at Federation Gallery\, and Fir st Place in the Acrylics in Action show.\n\n\n\n Image attached: Vancouve r After Dark by William Liao – acrylic on canvas\, 20 x 16 inches\n\n\n \n View William's paintings on The Avenue Gallery's website: William Liao \, Artist at The Avenue Gallery\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260203 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260211 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Showtune Piano Bar Cabaret #2 DTSTAMP:20260121T200210Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3442-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CCPA":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join our Year II students at Hermanns Jazz Club on Feb ruary 19 for our second ‘New-York Style' Showtune Piano Bar Cabaret! Th is evening features everything from classic show tunes to more contemporar y works - hosted by a surprise alum! Hermann's Jazz Club is a full-serv ice restaurant and doors open at 5:30PM so you can arrive early to enjoy a delicious dinner.\n\n\n\n Tickets available at this link: Showtune Pian o Bar Cabaret #2 via ThunderTix\n\n DTSTART:20260220T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Showtune Piano Bar Cabaret #1 DTSTAMP:20260121T200115Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3441-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CCPA":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join our Year II students at Hermanns Jazz Club on Feb ruary 12 for a ‘New-York Style' Showtune Piano Bar Cabaret! This evenin g features everything from classic show tunes to more contemporary works - hosted by a surprise alum! Hermann's Jazz Club is a full-service resta urant and doors open at 5:30PM so you can arrive early to enjoy a delicio us dinner.\n\n\n\n Tickets available at this link: Showtune Piano Bar Cab aret #1 via ThunderTix\n\n DTSTART:20260213T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Strange Hour: A Brunch Variety Show DTSTAMP:20260121T150813Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3440-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Spec Theatre":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The Strange Hour is BACK for its second season with more strangeness than ever!\n\n\n\n The Strange Hour is Victoria's ONLY 19+ bru nch variety show featuring presenters and performers across genres. Think wrestlers\, chefs\, drag\, beer experts\, burlesque\, people making music with bugs...anything and everything happens at The Strange Hour.\n\n\n\n O ur January 25th show is going to be a humdinger of an event\, featuring... \n\n\n\n - Seán - a 10-minute consideration of life\, death\, &\; afte rlives in the digital age.\n\n - Rebound Dance Collective - dance + scienc e.\n\n - Phoenix HellFire - Burlesque celebrating the chaos and ecstasy wi thin us all.\n\n - Sustainable Fox -  Sustainability\, saving the world o ne plastic ramekin at a time.\n\n\n\n PLUS VENDORS!!!\n\n - Pizza for Brea kfast Designs - Funky Earrings and accessories (Bolo ties\, hair clips\, h air claws\, bag chains\, charm bracelets and necklaces)\n\n\n\n - Iris Moo re - Cards\, prints\, stickers\, colouring books\, kids books\n\n\n\n Wher e?: Theatre SKAM Satellite Studio (849 Fort Street)\n\n When?: Sunday\, Ja nuary 25th - Doors 10AM - Show 11AM-1PM (W/ short intermission)\n\n Cost?: $25 regular\, $35 pay-it-forward\, $15 accessible (if price is a barrier\ , please reach out!)\n\n\n\n Also\, featuring The Strange Table: run by Su stainable Fox\, a new Strange Hour feature / place to make new friends\, c raft\, or learn a new skill. Each Strange Hour will feature a new activity / skill building session. \n\n\n\n Drinks by Driftwood available for pur chase\, as well as baked goods and onigiris by Good Filling Sankaku. Come early\, make some crafts\, and eat some brunch\, while hanging out in the newly redesigned Strange Lounge. \n\n\n\n On the Lands and Waterways of t he Songhees and Xwsepsum Peoples. Wheelchair accessible. Relaxed performan ce (house will never fully go dark\, unlimited in/out\, whatever your body needs!).\n\n\n\n Hosted by Victoria's one and only\, Keith Sonic and the greatest lil' theatre companies\, Theatre SKAM and Spec Theatre.\n\n DTSTART:20260125T180000Z DTEND:20260125T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:A Sudden Violent Burst of Rain DTSTAMP:20260120T230134Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3439-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Phoenix Theatre":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n By Sami Ibrahim\n\n Directed by Sophia Treanor\n\n\n\n In a land where myth and reality intertwine\, undocumented immigrant Elif sp ends her days shearing sheep\, each tuft of wool floating skyward to form rainclouds over a distant\, wealthy city. When she becomes a mother\, she travels to the capital seeking citizenship for her child\, only to confron t an unforgiving bureaucracy built to keep her out. At its heart\, it is a powerful story of a mother determined to reshape the future for the child she loves.\n\n\n\n Performances:\n\n Evenings: Feb. 12-14 &\; 17-20 at 8:00 p.m.\n\n Matinees: Feb. 14 &\; 21 at 2 p.m.\n\n Lecture: Feb. 13 pre-show\n\n\n\n Tickets: $18-$34 depending on the day.\n\n Box Office: 25 0-721-8000\n\n DTSTART:20260213T040000Z DTEND:20260222T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Little Fernwood Fundraising Extravaganza! DTSTAMP:20260120T183031Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3438-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="FCAA":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Last year\, our community helped us raise money for a muc h-needed new floor in the Paul Phillips Hall. This year\, we’re fundrais ing for an even more important cause: We invite you to donate to grow the Vic High lunch program to ensure that every student at Vic High that needs a lunch has access. With the cost of living on the rise and affordability challenges\, the need is growing.\n\n\n\n Activities by Donation:\n\n\n\n \n Yoga with tea to follow (11am-12:30pm)\n \n \n Craft Workshop (12:00 pm-2:00pm)\n \n \n Group Weaving Project (Little Gladstone Studio startin g at 1:30pm)\n \n\n\n\n The Big Shows $25 adult/$10 youth: \n\n\n\n \n F eaturing Little Fernwood Variety Show (show at 2:30pm)\n \n \n The Roses  (show at 7:30pm)\n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260131 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victoria Baroque Presents: Sinfonia DTSTAMP:20260120T023957Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3437-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Soile Stratkauskas":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Sinfonia\n\n\n\n Saturday\, May 2\, 2026 at 8:00pm\; door s at 7:30pm\n\n\n\n Join us for the final concert of our 2025-2026 season! A word in use for millennia\, \"symphonia\" or \"sinfonia\" has referred to pleasantness or unity of sound\, named specific musical instruments\, a nd titled orchestral compositions. This program explores musical accord in works by Haydn and Mozart\, featuring the musical instrument craftsmanshi p needed to produce it\, complete with pictures and demos by local instrum ent builders.\n\n\n\n Venue\n\n St. John the Divine\, 1611 Quadra Street\, Victoria\n\n\n\n Tickets available online and at the door: www.victoria- baroque.com\n\n $35/general admission\, $5 student and youth\n\n Children under 12 accompanied by an adult are free. Not recommended for children u nder seven.\n\n\n\n Accessible Seating\n\n St. John’s is wheelchair acce ssible through the garden doors on the north side of the church. Accessibl e seating can be arranged by emailing info@victoria-baroque.com before n oon on Friday\, May 9.\n\n DTSTART:20260503T030000Z DTEND:20260503T050000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tea & Symphony - Sooke Philharmonic Orchestra DTSTAMP:20260118T195618Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3436-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Sooke Philharmonic Society":broadland@xplornet .com DESCRIPTION:\n Tea With Wolfgang\, February 15th 2026\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Join Yariv Aloni and the Sooke Philharmonic Orchestra February 15th at th e Sooke Community Hall for the annual Tea and Symphony concert\, featuring an all-Mozart program.\n\n\n\n This annual event is a British high tea\, which offers a choice of sweet and savory finger foods\, tea and coffee\, elegantly prepared and served by the Sooke Lionesses. \n\n\n\n The musical selections\, all familiar and well-loved\, and range from the dramatic to the sweetly lyrical and elegant – even a musical joke. Orchestra member s Don Mayer\, clarinet\, and Michelle Cox\, flute\, will be the soloists. \n\n\n\n The event is a fundraiser for the orchestra and Lionesses.\n\n\n\ n Concert is at 2:30 pm on Sunday\, February 15th\, at the Sooke Community Hall. It is a popular event and always sells out so buy your tickets soon . Tickets are available on Eventbrite or at Pharmasave in Sooke.   \n\n\ n\n For more information\, please visit sookephil.ca\n\n DTSTART:20260215T223000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LUV!t : 5 HOT TAKES DTSTAMP:20260117T235518Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3434-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Gage Gallery Arts":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n Five of Gage Gallery Artist Collect ive's artists provide their take on love in modern times.\n \n\n \n Featuring Kailee McMillan\, Stefan Lehmann\, Katharine Geddes\, Rose C owles\, and Elizabeth Carefoot.\n \n\n \n Valentines card making station for the young and young of heart!\n \n\n \n Show runs J anuary 27-February 15 Tuesday - Sunday 11 am-5 pm\n \n\n \n Open ing Reception Thursday\, January 29\, 5-7 pm\n \n\n \n  \n \ n\n \n Gage Gallery is participating in the Victoria at Dusk Festiv al Feb 13-15 (open until 9 pm on those days).\n \n \n \n \n\n DTSTART:20260210T190000Z DTEND:20260211T010000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20260212T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LUV!t : 5 HOT TAKES DTSTAMP:20260117T234858Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3433-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Gage Gallery Arts":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n Five of Gage Gallery Artist Collective's artists provide their take on love in modern times.\n \n\n \n Featuring Kaile e McMillan\, Stefan Lehmann\, Katharine Geddes\, Rose Cowles\, and Elizabe th Carefoot.\n \n\n \n Valentines card making station for the young an d young of heart!\n \n\n \n Show runs January 27-February 15\, Tuesday - Sunday 11 am-5 pm\n \n\n \n Opening Reception Thursday\, January 29 \, 5-7 pm\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Gage Gallery is participating in the Victoria at Dusk Festival Feb 13-15 (open until 9 pm on those days).\n \n \n\n DTSTART:20260203T190000Z DTEND:20260204T010000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20260208T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LUV!t : 5 HOT TAKES DTSTAMP:20260117T234315Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3432-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Gage Gallery Arts":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Five of Gage Gallery Artist Collective's artists provide their take on love in modern times.\n\n\n\n Featuring Kailee McMillan\, St efan Lehmann\, Katharine Geddes\, Rose Cowles\, and Elizabeth Carefoot.\n\ n\n\n Valentines card making station for the young and young of heart!\n\n \n\n Show runs January 27-February 15\n\n Tuesday to Sunday 11 am-5 pm\n\n \n\n Opening Reception Thursday\, January 29\, 5-7 pm\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n G age Gallery is participating in the Victoria at Dusk Festival Feb 13-15 ( open until 9 pm on those days)\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20260127T190000Z DTEND:20260128T010000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20260201T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LUV!t : 5 HOT TAKES DTSTAMP:20260117T235945Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3435-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Gage Gallery Arts":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n Five of Gage Gallery Artis t Collective's artists provide their take on love in modern times.\n \n \n \n Featuring Kailee McMillan\, Stefan Lehmann\, Katharine Geddes \, Rose Cowles\, and Elizabeth Carefoot.\n \n\n \n Valentines c ard making station for the young and young of heart!\n \n\n \n S how runs January 27-February 15 Tuesday - Sunday 11 am-5 pm \n \n\n \n Opening Reception Thursday\, January 29\, 5-7 pm\n \n\n \n Gage Gallery is participating in the Victoria at Dusk Festival Feb 13-1 5 (open until 9 pm on those days).\n \n \n \n \n\n DTSTART:20260213T190000Z DTEND:20260214T050000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20260215T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Carolyn Houg DTSTAMP:20260116T184838Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3431-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Carolyn Houg's clay menagerie presents animals in playfu l\, unexpected ways\, inviting us to reflect on the shared experiences and connections we have with other creatures. With past accolades including a n Award of Excellence and Designers' Choice Award at the Sooke Fine Arts S how\, Carolyn has showcased her work in numerous solo and group exhibition s across Western Canada. She studied Fine Arts at Sir George Williams Univ ersity (now Concordia University) in Montreal and the University of Albert a in Edmonton.\n\n\n\n View Carolyn's sculptures on The Avenue Gallery's w ebsite: Carolyn Houg - The Avenue Gallery\n\n\n\n \n Image: Roll On by Carolyn Houg – ceramic\, 15 x 8 x 8 inches\n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260126 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260203 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2026: Miles Electric Band (Celebrating 100 Years of Miles Davis) DTSTAMP:20260115T224657Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3430-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Experience the explosive sound of Miles Davis’ electric era brought to life by an all-star ensemble. This powerful tribute reimag ines the groundbreaking fusion period with driving grooves\, deep improvis ation\, and electrifying energy\, celebrating the music that reshaped jazz and continues to influence generations of musicians today.\n\n DTSTART:20260620T023000Z DTEND:20260620T050000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2026: BEATrio (Béla Fleck\, Edmar Castañeda & Antonio Sánchez) DTSTAMP:20260115T224502Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3429-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Three masters from different musical worlds come together for a breathtaking collaboration. Banjo innovator Béla Fleck\, harp virt uoso Edmar Castañeda\, and drummer Antonio Sánchez create a bold\, genre -defying sound that blends jazz\, world\, classical\, and improvisation in to a virtuosic\, high-energy performance full of surprise\, texture\, and musical conversation.\n\n DTSTART:20260624T023000Z DTEND:20260624T050000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Winter Exhibition Celebration DTSTAMP:20260109T235453Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3428-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join us as we celebrate the launch of a new season of exh ibitions at the Gallery!\n\n The evening will include a welcome by Diane S am\, Songhees Nation\, with words from exhibition curators at 5:30pm\, mus ic by DJ Nova Jade from 5-9pm\, and refreshments by Hoyne Brewing Company\ , Vessel Liquor\, and Fizz Bottle Shop.\n\n Free event. Everyone is welcom e.\n\n The exhibitions:\n\n ਸ਼ੀਸ਼ੇ ‘ਚ ਤਰੇੜ | sheeshe ‘ch thareṛ | a crack in the mirror\n\n November 22\, 2025 - April 12\ , 2026\n\n Organized and circulated by The Reach Gallery Museum\; guest cu rated by Sajdeep Soomal.\n\n Fifty Shades of Ink: Ink Paintings from the A GGV Collection\n\n December 6\, 2025 - April 26\, 2026\n\n Curated by Dr. Heng Wu\, AGGV Curator of Asian Art\n\n Dangerous Beauty: The Prints of Al brecht Dürer\n\n December 13\, 2025 - May 3\, 2026\n\n Curated by Steven McNeil\, AGGV Chief Curator &\; Director of Exhibitions\n\n Image Credi t: Sim ranpre et Ana nd\, ਬ ਹੁਤੁਜਨਮ ਭਰਮਤ ਤੈਹਾਬਰਓ ਅਸਕਬਰ ਮਬਤ ਨਹੀ ਪਾਈ ॥ bahut janam bharamat tai haario asathir mat nahee payee\, 2021\, seventeen rumaley sahib\, manji sahib\, white fabric. Phot o courtesy of the AGGV.\n\n ---\n\n Admission is always free for: AGGV Mem bers and SEE ART pass holders\, visitors aged 25 and under\, all Indigenou s Peoples\, and support workers accompanying visitors who need assistance (Leisure Assistant Pass holders).\n\n ---\n\n The AGGV is committed to pro viding a welcoming and accessible destination for all to enjoy. The main e ntrance is wheelchair accessible with a ramp on the left side of the entra nce with no handrail. There is one set of power \n\n DTSTART:20260117T010000Z DTEND:20260117T050000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical DTSTAMP:20260109T191223Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3427-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CCPA":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Life is a non-stop adventure when you're a demigod! A fa st-paced rock musical based on the bestselling young adult novel!\n\n\n\n On a time crunch to prove he’s innocent\, teenage troublemaker Perc y Jackson faces more monsters than he thought were possible. Join him an d his new friends on a quest to find Zeus’ missing lightning bolt an d prevent a brewing war between the gods… all while only just finding out about his own inherited power. \n\n\n\n “A heartfelt musical ro mp”\n\n – Tom Wicker\, The Stage\n\n\n\n THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERC Y JACKSON MUSICAL\n\n Book by Joe Tracz\n\n Music &\; Lyrics by Rob Rok icki\n\n Adapted from the book The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan\n\n\n\n Director &\; Choreographer: Kaylee Harwood\n\n Musical Director: Brad L’Écuyer\n\n\n\n Friday January 30 2026 | 7:30PM\n\n Saturday January 3 1 2026 | 2:00PM*\, 7:30PM\n\n Sunday February 1 2026 | 2:00PM\n\n Thursday February 5 2026 | 7:30PM\n\n Friday February 6 2026 | 7:30PM\n\n Saturday February 7 2026 | 2:00PM\, 7:30PM\n\n *Relaxed Performance\n\n\n\n THE LI GHTNING THIEF is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals.www.con cordtheatricals.com.\n\n DTSTART:20260131T033000Z DTEND:20260208T033000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Becky Holuk DTSTAMP:20260108T183114Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3426-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Calgary-based artist Becky Holuk creates vibrant painti ngs that celebrate the beauty and intricacy of the natural world. With a b ackground in graphic design and a Visual Communication degree from the Alb erta College of Art and Design\, she brings a keen eye for composition and detail to her fine art practice. Whether capturing the expressive forms o f flowers or the energy of the outdoors\, Becky’s work invites viewers i nto a joyful and contemplative connection with nature. Her distinct style transforms everyday moments into vivid expressions of gratitude and wonder .\n\n\n\n Image: Lost in You by Becky Holuk – acrylic on canvas\, 24 x 48 inches\n\n\n\n View Becky Holuk's paintings on The Avenue Gallery's we bsite: Becky Holuk\, Artist at The Avenue Gallery\, Victoria\, BC\, Canad a\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260118 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260126 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Living Legacy: Elizabeth Carefoot Art Show DTSTAMP:20251230T165024Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3425-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Gage Gallery Arts":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n Come and see Elizabeth Carefoot’s vibrant disp lay that will light up dark January days.\n\n\n\n Elizabeth has been pract icing art in B.C. for over 60 years. See her masterful works\, feast your eyes on this visual treat and take home your own piece of art history in Victoria. \n\n\n\n All show proceeds go to the Gage Gallery. Prices refle ct a one-time no-commission sales opportunity.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Preview the catalog of artwork for sale. Art works may be purchased in person o r by calling Gage Gallery at 250-592-2760 with a credit card. Pick up art work at the time of purchase or by special arrangement.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Special show events: \n\n\n\n Opening reception: Wednesday January 7\, 5-7:30 pm\n\n\n\n Pop-up sale of Tiny Treasures and Off-the-Wall Finds on  Sat\, January 10 &\; Sun\, January 11\, 11-5\n\n\n\n Artist talk: Su nday January 11\, 1-2 pm\n\n\n\n All events and gallery admission are free and open to the public.\n\n DTSTART:20260106T190000Z DTEND:20260126T010000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Geoff Searle DTSTAMP:20251229T175327Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3424-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Geoff Searle has been a potter and artist since 1972\, wo rking primarily in clay. His practice includes sculpture\, raku\, and pit firing\, all produced in his studio located in the rural Fraser Valley of British Columbia.\n\n\n\n Born and raised in Kimberley in the interior of BC\, Geoff studied at the Kootenay School of Art in Nelson. He has lived i n several communities across the province before eventually settling on th e West Coast. Often described as being almost as intriguing as the man him self\, his work reflects a nonconformist spirit driven by creativity and n atural curiosity. This approach has led to innovative and compelling piece s that place him at the forefront of contemporary clay work.\n\n\n\n  \n\ n\n\n Image attached: Big Oval Vase with Top by Geoff Searle  – Raku\ , 9 x 12 x 9.5 inches\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n View Geoff's ceramics on The Aven ue Gallery's website: Geoff Searle\, Ceramicist at The Avenue Gallery\, V ictoria\, BC\, Canada\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260110 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260118 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Sunday: Tradition and Transformation DTSTAMP:20251223T174157Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3423-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join us for the first Family Sunday of 2026 and discover how everyday objects tell stories about their origins\, makers\, and cultu ral meanings.\n\n Take part in art activities insp ired by ਸ਼ੀਸ਼ੇ ‘ਚ ਤਰੇੜ | sheeshe ‘ch thareṛ | a crack in the mirror\, stitch on an embroidery wall\, add hand-coloured p atches to a canvas bag\, paint marigolds\, and enjoy educational\, interac tive performance by special guests\, Apna Virsa Victoria dance academy.\n\ n For more information visit 🔗 https://aggv.ca/family-sundays/\n\n ---\ n\n 🔹 Family Sunday happens every third (and sometimes fourth) Sunday o f the month from October – June\, and is an afternoon of exploring hands -on art-making and ideas for all ages. This recurring program often featur es special guests like storytellers\, artists\, performers or musicians.\n \n 🔹 Family Sunday is included with admission!\n\n 🔹 Admission is al ways free for: AGGV Members\, visitors aged 25 &\; under\, support work ers accompanying visitors who need assistance (Leisure Assistant Pass Hold ers)\, and Indigenous peoples.\n\n 🔹 Accessibility: The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is committed to providing a welcoming and accessible dest ination for all to enjoy. The main entrance is wheelchair accessible with a ramp on the left side of the entrance with no handrail. There's one set of power doors located at the left side of the entrance at the top of the ramp.\n\n #AGGV #FamilySunday #VictoriaArts\n\n DTSTART:20260118T220000Z DTEND:20260119T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Cowichan Public Art Gallery presents \"Wayfinder\" the A rt of Will Julsing DTSTAMP:20251221T053516Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3422-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Art Openings":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Visitors to Wayfinder the Art of Will Julsing will discov er a visual treasure chest newly opened to public view. The solo exhibitio n includes nearly 50 paintings from the Will Julsing estate\, recently don ated to the Cowichan Public Art Gallery by his widow Bernice Woollam. “T here is magnificence in the depth of his work\,” Woollam says\, “which is now available for all to experience.” \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251107 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260329 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Opening Reception: In Your Element Show & Sale DTSTAMP:20251217T004445Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3420-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Art Rental + Sales presents In Your Element Show &\; S ale\, featuring artworks by Sandhu Singh\, Dave Skilling\, Etsuko Kaji-Hol ley\, and Leonard Butt.\n\n Join us for the Opening Reception on Thursday\ , February 26\, 2026\, from 5-8pm for refreshments\, with artists in atten dance.\n\n Admission to the Massey Sales Gallery is always free!\n\n In Yo ur Element runs from February 26 to April 5\, 2026.\n\n Image Credits: San dhu Singh\, Teaciousness\, Watercolour\, 12.75 x 20\". Courtesy of the art ist.\n\n ---\n\n \"Admission is always free for:\n\n * Visitors aged 25 &a mp\; under\n\n * AGGV Members &\; See Art Pass holders\n\n * Indigenous Peoples\n\n * Support Workers\n\n --\n\n Gallery Hours-\n\n Monday: Close d\n\n Tuesday: 10AM – 5PM\n\n Wednesday: 10AM – 5PM\n\n Thursday: 10 AM – 9PM\n\n Friday: 10AM – 5PM\n\n Saturday: 10AM – 5PM\n\n Sunday: 12PM – 5PM\n\n --\n\n Art Gallery of Greater Victoria sits on the unced ed and traditional territory of the Lkwungen-speaking peoples\, today know n as the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations\, and WSÁNEĆ First Nations.\n\n --\n\n The AGGV is committed to providing a welcoming and accessible desti nation for all to enjoy. The main entrance is wheelchair accessible with a ramp on the left side of the entrance with no handrail. There is one set of power doors located at the left side of the entrance at the top of the ramp.\"\n\n\n\n Image Credits: Sandhu Singh\, Teaciousness\, Watercolour\, 12.75 x 20\". Courtesy of the artist.\n\n DTSTART:20260227T010000Z DTEND:20260227T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ਸ਼ੀਸ਼ੇ'ਚ ਤਰੇੜ | sheeshe ‘ch thareṛ | a c rack in the mirror DTSTAMP:20250821T233140Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3340-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n November 22\, 2025 - April 12\, 2026\n\n\n\n Organized an d circulated by The Reach Gallery Museum\; guest curated by Sajdeep Soomal .\n\n \n\n A survey of recent works by artist Simranpreet Anand\, includin g collaborative pieces with artist and ethnomusicologist Conner Singh Vand erBeek. Anand’s practice\, indebted to familial and cultural community\, engages materials and concepts drawn from the histories of Punjab and its diasporas. The title of the exhibition\, sheesh ‘ch thareṛ\, captures the fissures emerging from her ongoing encounters with matter and materia l culture in our globalized world. The show centre s around ਬੰਦੇ ਚਸਮ ਦੀਦੰ ਫਨਾਇ / bande chasm de edn fanaai (Ang 723)\, a body of works that takes the synthetic\, plastic- laden material culture that surrounds contemporary Sikh institutions as it s starting point. Parallel to this series are works that consider the fabr ic of everyday life\, attending to its embodied histories and gendered con texts of labour.\n\n \n\n * Hours of operation:\n\n Monday: Closed\n\n\n\ n Tuesday: 10AM – 5PM\n\n\n\n Wednesday: 10AM – 5PM\n\n\n\n Thursday: 10AM – 9PM\n\n\n\n Friday: 10AM – 5PM\n\n\n\n Saturday: 10AM – 5PM\n \n\n\n Sunday: 12PM – 5PM\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n *Admission is always free f or:\n\n\n\n • Visitors aged 25 and under\n\n\n\n • AGGV Members\n\n\ n\n • Indigenous Peoples\n\n\n\n • Support Workers\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Feel Free – Free Gallery Days Supported by TD Bank Group: \n\n\n\n Admi ssion is free on the first Saturday of the month from 10 am – 5 pm\, and every Thursday evening from 5 pm – 9 pm.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n *Accessibil ity: \n\n\n\n The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is committed to providi ng a welcoming and accessible destination for all to enjoy. The main entra nce is wheelchair accessible with a ramp on the left side of the entrance with no handrail. There is one set of power doors located at the left side of the entrance at the top of the ramp.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Image credit: Simranpreet Anand\, हमारे स्वाद की असल ियत\, insatiable desires of a bourgeoisie\, 2021\, natural dyes and cotton\, 78 x 48” each. Rachel Topham Photography\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251122 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20260412T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Love to Sing!!!!!! The Victoria Arion Male Choir Invitation to January 2026 Open Houses DTSTAMP:20251210T050721Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3419-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Johnson":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n The Victoria Arion Male Choir: Tradition and Com munity\n\n\n\n About the Choir\n\n\n\n The Victoria Arion Male Choir repre sents one of the newest additions to the vibrant choral scene in Victoria\ , BC. Formed in the summer of 2018\, the choir is the result of the union between two long-standing ensembles: the Arion Male Voice Choir\, establis hed in 1892\, and the Victoria Male Voice Choir\, founded in 1907. Both gr oups recognized the opportunity to better pursue their vision of creating “a community of men singing for health and joy” by coming together as one. This merger has proven to be a dynamic and successful venture\, yield ing positive results both musically and organizationally.\n\n\n\n Our Miss ion\n\n\n\n The choir is dedicated to sustaining the rich tradition of mal e-voice choral music. Each year\, members share their passion for music th rough a minimum of two public concerts\, as well as performances at senior s’ residences\, the Victoria Remembrance Day ceremony\, and other commun ity events. In support of music education\, the Victoria Arion Male Choir offers a choral scholarship program\, inviting up to four student musician s annually to join and perform with the group. New members are always welc ome to experience the camaraderie and joy of choral singing.\n\n\n\n Leade rship\n\n\n\n Under the direction of Musical Director Sean Lampard-Quicke\ , who joined the choir in 2020\, and the accompaniment of collaborative pi anist Jennifer Mitchell\, a member since 2019\, the choir continues to thr ive and evolve.\n\n\n\n Membership and Rehearsals\n\n\n\n The Victoria Ari on Male Choir is actively seeking new singers for its non-audition choir\, beginning in January 2026. Open houses will be held on Mondays\, January 5th\, 12th\, and 19th\; rehearsals start at 7:00 p.m. each Monday.  at Co rdova Bay United Church\, located at 813 Claremont Ave. The choir performs four-part harmony\, with a diverse repertoire that includes classical\, s piritual\, folk\, and contemporary selections. Additionally\, the choir we lcomes applications for its choral scholar program.\n\n\n\n For those inte rested in joining as a new member or learning more about the choral schola r program\, please contact Jim Johnson at jimmysj@shaw.ca or visit the cho ir’s website at www.vamc.ca.\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20260106T030000Z DTEND:20260106T050000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=7;UNTIL=20260119T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Peace: Sharing art for troubled times. Gage Gallery Grou p Show DTSTAMP:20251206T200917Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3418-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Gage Gallery Arts":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n This December the Gage invites you to come to lift your s pirits with a special art exhibition. “ArtPeace” opens Tuesday Decembe r 9 and runs through Wednesday December 24.  All 21 artists in the collec tive have created original artworks on the dual themes of art and peace - art that brings peace or inspires peace in our hearts and our communities. \n\n\n\n The \"ArtPeace\" opening reception will be on Saturday December 1 3 from 5-8pm. \n\n “An Evening of Art and Song”\, featuring performan ces by Anna Bigland-Pritchard and talks by three Gage artists will take pl ace on Tuesday December 16 from 7-8:30 pm.  Refreshments will be served.\ n\n\n\n We are 22 artists dedicated to creating an inspiring venue where w e exhibit and sell our artwork as well as engage with the community in mea ningful ways around art and culture.\n\n\n\n We are located in Bastion Squ are in downtown Victoria\, British Columbia.\n\n\n\n The Gage Gallery Arts Collective is open Tuesday through Sunday from 11 am to 5pm. The gallery\ , reception and performances are open to the public and free of charge. \ n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251209 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251225 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Blue Stockings DTSTAMP:20251203T172859Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3417-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CCPA":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n A witty and eye-opening story of four young women f ighting for education and self-determination against the larger backdrop of women’s suffrage. \n \n\n \n Set in 1896 Cambridge\, where gradu ating with degrees was a privilege reserved for men. As these feminist p ioneers navigate the challenges and prejudices faced as intelligent\, inde pendent women\, they also struggle with love and societal expectations. \ n \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n “Leave the theatre reflecting on the extent to whi ch times have changed”\n\n\n\n – The Oxford Culture Review \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n \n An amateur production by arrangement with Nick Hern Books.\ n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n BLUE STOCKINGS\n \n\n \n Written by Jessica Swal e\n \n\n \n Music composed by Laura Forrest-Hay\n \n\n \n Directed by R. J. Peters and Raugi Yu\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n \n \n Thursday Decemb er 11 2025 | 7:30PM\n \n\n \n Friday December 12 2025 | 7:30PM\n \n\n \n Saturday December 13 2025 | 2:00PM*\, 7:30PM\n \n\n \n Sunday December 14 2025 | 2:00PM\n \n\n \n *Relaxed Performance\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Tickets available here: https://ccpaca nada.thundertix.com/events/252028\n \n \n \n\n DTSTART:20251212T033000Z DTEND:20251214T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Sunday: A Season of Celebration DTSTAMP:20251202T231655Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3416-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Celebrate December’s Family Sunday with our featured ar tist\, Victoria Symphony Orchestra percussionist Masako Hockey\, who will lead an interactive musical experience alongside a hands-on instrument-mak ing activity. Masako will ignite curiosity and excitement by teaching how rhythm and texture exist in music\, as they do in visual art.\n\n\n\n Insp ired by the 50 Shades of Ink: Ink Paintings from the AGGV Collection\, cre ate ink using an ink stick and stone and try ink-blot printmaking to make a card to share. Engage in the Gallery scavenger hunt with a draw for an a rtful prize package and enjoy a festive day of creativity\, music\, and fu n for all ages.\n\n ---\n\n For more information visit  https://aggv.ca/ .../family-sunday-a-season-of-celebration/\n\n\n\n  Family Sunday happens every third (and sometimes fourth) Sunday of the month from October – J une\, and is an afternoon of exploring hands-on art-making and ideas for a ll ages. This recurring program often features special guests like storyte llers\, artists\, performers or musicians.\n\n\n\n  Family Sunday is incl uded with admission!\n\n\n\n  Admission is always free for: AGGV Members\ , visitors aged 25 &\; under\, support workers accompanying visitors wh o need assistance (Leisure Assistant Pass Holders)\, and Indigenous people s.\n\n\n\n  Accessibility: The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is committ ed to providing a welcoming and accessible destination for all to enjoy. T he main entrance is wheelchair accessible with a ramp on the left side of the entrance with no handrail. There's one set of power doors located at t he left side of the entrance at the top of the ramp\n\n DTSTART:20251214T220000Z DTEND:20251215T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Jazz Up the Holidays DTSTAMP:20251119T070154Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3406-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Sooke Commujity Jazz Band":broadland@xplornet. com DESCRIPTION:\n Join the Sooke Community Jazz Band for “Jazz Up the Hol idays” a concert fundraiser for the Sooke Food Bank.  Enjoy jazz standa rds and jazzy Christmas songs! \n\n DTSTART:20251206T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Doug LaFortune Limited Edition Print Signing and Sale DTSTAMP:20251122T210652Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3414-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="UVic Legacy Art Gallery":broadland@xplornet.co m DESCRIPTION:\n Join us at the Legacy Art Gallery Downtown for a special opportunity to meet Doug LaFortune\, who will be offering limited edition printer’s proof prints of his artwork—just in time for the holidays.\n \n\n\n Enjoy light refreshments and take in the beautiful exhibition Sali sh Lines\, before it closes on December 6th. Doug’s prints are stunning reflections of his artistry and Coast Salish heritage. Perfect for collec tors and those who appreciate the beauty of Coast Salish art.\n\n\n DTSTART:20251129T210000Z DTEND:20251130T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Emergency Preparedness Fair and Display DTSTAMP:20251122T190054Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3413-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Troy Mollin":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n In an effort to kick off Emergency Preparedness Week (May 3- 10) we are hosting our annual Regional Emergency Preparedness Fair and Display at the Juan de Fuca Seniors Centre and the Westshore Parks and Re c parking lot on Sunday\, 3 May 2026\, 11 am - 3 pm.  We will have sever al emergency vehicles and apparatus\, emergency response agencies and safe ty and emergency supplies vendors.  There will demos and activities for t he kids and prizes as well.  The event is free for all to attend.\n\n DTSTART:20260503T180000Z DTEND:20260503T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Celebrate a Life DTSTAMP:20251120T220618Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3412-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Carley Gibson":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n A gathering to commemorate the lives of loved ones who ha ve died. Led by Spiritual Care Practitioner Elizabeth Barnard\, it will be an afternoon filled with music\, words and candle lighting. This event is free of charge and light refreshments will be available after the program . All are welcome\n\n DTSTART:20251207T213000Z DTEND:20251207T224500Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Make a Soulful Noise DTSTAMP:20251120T125740Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3411-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Manager":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join us for a festive evening of music for the soul!\n\n\ n\n Checo &\; the Sweet Soul Choir will move you with vibrant Motown an d Soul classics and beloved holiday favourites. Our Director has performed with notable artists\, including Marvin Gaye\, The Commodores\, Lionel Ri tchie\, and Celine Dion.\n\n\n\n You'll find yourself singing along\, clap ping your hands\, and tapping your feet. \n\n\n\n Our concert will also b enefit the Victoria Youth Empowerment Society\, which provides services— prevention\, intervention\, treatment\, and education—for young people\, their families\, and the broader community. Donations of nonperishable fo od items will be welcomed at the door.\n\n\n\n Tickets are $25\, and child ren under 10 attend for free. Get tickets at: https://sweetsoulchoir.tick it.ca/events/32230-make-a-soulful-noise\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20251207T030000Z DTEND:20251207T050000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Everyday People - SingYourJoy in Concert DTSTAMP:20251120T005558Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3410-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Chepyha":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Everyday People - SingYourJoy in Concert\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n \n Each of our songs this season speaks to the hearts of our singers. What we all need - what they all seek - is elemental and universal. A right t o the absence of fear and hunger and othering. And the right to the presen ce of love and nurturing and belonging. Each day we can remodel and repai nt telling\, shaping and reshaping our own stories. And of the place we cr eate\, we have the right to call that place home.\n\n\n\n As we approach o ur fifteenth year of singing together we continue to be inspired by the po wer of community. Our singers offer up their Monday nights for fourteen sh ort weeks in exchange for an opportunity to be with others\, share an acti vity\, a common experience and become something bigger than themselves. In a world where tech-gadgetry is both your trusted friend and self-destruct ive\, a concept as simple as choir (singing together) could become the ant idote –– the healing energy to help you get through your week. Our Dec ember 7th Concert Everyday People celebrates everything about how ordinary people become something extraordinary when they work\, play\, sing and ri se up together. \n\n\n\n SingYourJoy never fails to deliver a memorable p erformance. This year we have put together an evening of choral pieces tha t will delight and inspire. With new compositions\, crowd favourites\, spe cial guests and even a few surprises\, we know you will be thrilled with t his season’s choir.\n\n\n\n Founded in 2011 as a barrier-free organizati on\, SingYourJoy quickly became Victoria's premier young adult choir. With the experience of dozens of artistically exceptional concerts and audienc es that keep returning for more\, the SingYourJoy Young Adult Chorus perfo rmance is one of the not-to-be-missed events of the choral season.\n\n\n\n SingYourJoy Young Adult Chorus is under the direction of Co-Founders Chri stine Chepyha and Gordon Miller\, with Associate Director Jennifer Turner. \n\n\n\n Tickets available online: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/everyday-p eople-singyourjoy-in-concert-tickets-1965668339919 and at the door.\n\n\n DTSTART:20251208T030000Z DTEND:20251208T050000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Internal trade: a reading series DTSTAMP:20251120T002137Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3409-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Deluge/Antimatter":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Internal trade: a reading series\n\n\n\n Matt Law | John Luna | Gabe Luna | Marlene Mance\n\n\n\n Thursday\, November 27\, 2025 @ 7 pm\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Deluge Contemporary Art\n\n\n\n 636 Yates Street | V ictoria BC | deluge.ca\n\n\n\n Provisional poetries\, language operations\ , poetics of project/process/works in progress. A seasonal reading series where poets share and discuss a section of an active body of writing—lis tener inquiries encouraged. \n\n\n\n Matt Law Is a poet\, speech-language pathologist\, editor/publisher of popular abattoir revue and co-founder o f rain shadow poetics lab\, based in Stz’uminus territory\, on Vancouver island. Matt’s writing has appeared in Long Con Magazine\, And Magazine \, Esse arts + opinions and has been performed at Expozine Montreal\, Anti matter [media art] and Pacific Cinematheque. Several recent poems appear i n the Semolina Pilchard podcast.\n\n\n\n John Luna is a visual artist\, po et\, teacher and critic. He is the author of one full-length book of poetr y\, Listing (Decoupage\, 2015) and holds a Master of Fine Arts (Visual Art ) from the University of Calgary. His ongoing art and writing project The Servant addresses intergenerational trauma experienced by veterans and the ir families. He lives with his family on the traditional territory of the Lekwungen People.\n\n\n\n Gabe Luna is a writer\, musician\, recovering ad dict and aspiring filmmaker currently completing a BFA in creative writing at the University of Victoria. His screenplays have been used to teach co mpact storytelling techniques to undergraduate students and his literary p rofile on filmmakers Deanna Milligan and Ramsey Fendall was recently used to promote the indie horror film Lucid\, which premiered at Fantasia Film Festival in July of 2025.  \n\n\n\n Marlene Mance has been participating in artist-run culture for 20+ years and holds an MFA from Emily Carr Univ ersity. Her work explores relationships between informational wayfinding a nd embodied ways of knowing. She is the author of a handful of books inclu ding Essais Nuages (Votive Press\, 2024) and The Woods on 0.01 Acres ( Quotidian Press\, 2025). She has also contributed to Grain Magazine and Ca nyon and recently completed a writing retreat at Maison LaLiberté in Prov ence\, France. \n\n\n DTSTART:20251128T030000Z DTEND:20251128T053000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2026: An Evening with Pink Martini DTSTAMP:20251119T212206Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3408-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Now in its 31st year\, the unstoppable engine of joy that is Pink Martini continues to bring founder Thomas Lauderdale’s mission of multi-cultural connection and inclusion to concert stages on six contin ents. Presenting a mélange of catchy old-fashioned pop\, global color\, f oot-tapping big band sound\, and Hollywood glamour\, Oregon’s most famou s “little orchestra” performs music that appeals to everyone. The band features a dozen musicians sharing songs in over 25 languages\, and colla borates with a wide variety of gifted singers in performance and across th e band’s 10 studio albums. Pink Martini plans to have a new album out in 2026. Last appearing at TD Victoria International JazzFest in 2015\, the perpetually energetic and evolving band continues to tour internationally including its stop at the 2026 TD JazzFest\, sharing its message of global community and joy through its music.\n\n DTSTART:20260625T023000Z DTEND:20260625T050000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Naughty List: A Krampus Cabaret & Benefit DTSTAMP:20251119T200408Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3407-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="FCAA":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The Naughty List: A Krampus Cabaret &\; Benefit is an intimate\, limited-seating winter ritual meets cabaret.\n\n\n\n Join us fo r an immersive night of local burlesque\, drag\, performance art\, sensual mischief\, and unexpected delights.\n\n\n\n Part show\, part experience — you’ll step into the tradition\, take part in interactive moments\, and help fuel a community project making mental-health access more equita ble.\n\n\n\n When the winter bells ring\, we answer and so did our perform ers\, artists\, staff\, and community. Every part of this show was donated - help us raise money\, tip our artists\, &\; recognize our sponsors!\ n\n\n\n A special thank you to early sponsors Lush\, Vessel Liquor\, Septe mber’s Hearth\, Knotty by Nature\, &\; GreenThimble. \n\n\n\n https: //letstalkaccess.tickit.ca/events/32186-the-naughty-list-a-krampus-cabaret -benefit\n\n DTSTART:20251203T043000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Christmas Concert - Sooke Philharmonic Orchestra & Chorus DTSTAMP:20251118T214658Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3405-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Sooke Philharmonic Society":broadland@xplornet .com DESCRIPTION:\n Sooke Philharmonic Orchestra &\; Chorus perform music of Bach\, Beethoven and Holst as well as carols and an audience singalong .\n\n\n\n Sunday Dec. 7th\, 2:30 PM\, at Sooke Community Hall\n\n\n\n Star t the holiday season with beautiful music\, in Sooke!\n\n\n\n This year's Christmas concert\, December 7th at Sooke Community Hall\, features our o rchestra\, choral singers and soloists\, all conducted by Nicholas Fairban k. The program features wonderful classical works by Bach\, Beethoven and Holst\, as well as lighter favorites and an audience singalong. The ensemb le will be augmented by members of the Sooke Community Choir as well as fi ve fine local soloists.\n\n\n\n Bach's short Cantata BWV 61\, Nun komm\, d er Heiden Heiland\, composed in 1714 for the first Sunday in Advent\, cons ists of six movements for chorus and soloists\, and a string orchestra wit h harpsichord\, based in part on German chorale tunes decorated and harmon ized by Bach. \n\n\n\n The melody of Beethoven's Choral Fantasy is striki ngly similar to the Ode to Joy theme of his Symphony No. 9. This work fea tures piano soloist Jillian Forster Fair as well as a solo vocal quartet. Also by Beethoven\, Welten singen\, Preiset ihn is a rousing “Hallelu jah” chorus from his oratorio Christ on the Mount of Olives.\n\n\n\n The concert ends with a number of seasonal songs and carols\, including some in which the audience will be invited to sing along.\n\n\n\n SOLOISTS\n\n\ n\n Jillian Forster Fair\, piano\, performs regularly with instrumentalist s\, vocalists\, choirs\, churches and schools in Victoria. \n\n\n\n Anna van der Hooft\, soprano\, is a graduate of UVic in Voice Performance and h as performed a wide variety of opera and musical theatre roles.\n\n\n\n Al ana Hayes\, alto\, completed studies at the Victoria Conservatory and at UVic and has a repertoire that ranges from Baroque to avant-garde.\n\n\n\n Jan van der Hooft\, tenor\, an Alberta native\, is making a name for hims elf in Victoria singing early music as well as contemporary repertoire.\n\ n\n\n Louis Dillon\, bass\, originally from Halfmoon Bay\, BC\, performs r egularly in Vancouver and Victoria.\n\n\n\n See you on December 7 at 2:30 PM at the Sooke Community Hall. \n\n\n\n Tickets available at Eventbrite  and Pharmasave in Sooke\n\n DTSTART:20251207T223000Z DTEND:20251208T003000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Concord Floral DTSTAMP:20251113T210912Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3404-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CCPA":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Can secrets ever be truly buried?\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n An o ld and abandoned greenhouse serves as a witness to teenagers being wild an d free\, but at what cost? Through the parties\, illicit meetings\, and br oken glass emerge unsettling secrets that haunt the whole group and set of f a chain of events that cannot be stopped...\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n \"Concord Floral will leave you not just pleasurably discomfited but wondering if y our own youth was even more unsettled than you recall.\" - Patrick Langsto n\, Ottawa Citizen\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Concord Floral by Jordan Tannahill\n \n Directed by Tom Arthur Davis\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Thursday November 27 20 25 | 7:30PM\n\n Friday November 28 2025 | 7:30PM\n\n Saturday November 29 2025 | 2:00PM*\, 7:30PM\n\n Sunday November 30 2025 | 2:00PM\n\n *Relaxed Performance\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Tickets available at ccpacanada.com/ticket s\n\n DTSTART:20251127T080000Z DTEND:20251130T080000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery - All That Glitters XIII - Jewellery Fund raising Exhibition DTSTAMP:20251112T191517Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3403-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The Avenue Gallery’s highly anticipated 13th annual j ewellery exhibition and fundraiser for Victoria Hospice\, All That Glitt ers XIII\, showcases stunning\, wearable art from Canada’s finest bouti que jewellers.\n\n\n\n From December 1st to 31st\, a percentage of each j ewellery sale will be donated to Victoria Hospice\, offering each of us th e opportunity to acquire a little gem while supporting this invaluable com munity treasure. Looking fabulous has never had such a meaningful impact!\ n\n\n\n View the world-class jewellers' collections on The Avenue Gallery' s website: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/jewellers/\n\n\n\n (Image : Jewellery by Bayot Heer).\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260101 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fifty Shades of Ink: A Conversation (In Man darin) 无尽之墨：一场对话 DTSTAMP:20251111T002345Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3402-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Space is limited\, please register to reserve your seat.\ n\n\n\n To celebrate the opening of the exhibition\, Fifty Shades of Ink: Ink Paintings from the AGGV Collection\, join us for a special conversatio n held in Mandarin that delves into the enduring art of ink painting and i ts relevance today. Moderated by Dr. Heng Wu\, AGGV Curator of Asian Art\, the event brings together three local artists\, Xuan Yongsheng\, Li Zhenj un\, and Su Jiangang\, who will share their perspectives on the evolving l anguage of ink\, the balance between tradition and experimentation\, and t he ways contemporary artists continue to engage with this timeless medium. \n\n\n\n This conversation will be recorded and available on the AGGV webs ite with English subtitles at a later date.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n 新展 Fift y Shades of Ink: Ink Paintings from th e AGGV Colle ction 开幕在即，我 们准备了一场特别的对话。届时 ，我馆亚洲艺术研究员吴蘅博士 (Dr. Heng Wu\, AGGV Curator of Asian Art) 将与BC省三位华 裔艺术家宣永生、 李振军、苏健刚共 同探讨水墨相关话 题。他们将畅谈笔 墨的韵律，分享创 作中的故事，并思考古老墨韵如 何在今日世界找到新的流动与呼吸。\n\n\n\n 本 次活动将以中文进 行。这不仅是一场 对话，更是一次相聚。诚 邀您参与、分享，共飨水墨传统与当代回响。\n\n\n\n  \n\ n\n\n Gallery Admission is free on Saturday\, December 6\, from 10am-5pm t hanks to Feel Free – Free Gallery Days\, generously sponsored by TD Bank Group.\n\n __\n\n Admission is always free for:\n\n * Visitors aged 25 &a mp\; under\n\n * AGGV Members &\; See Art Pass holders\n\n * Indigenous Peoples\n\n * Support Workers\n\n __\n\n Art Gallery of Greater Victoria sits on the unceded and traditional territories of the Lək̓ʷəŋən peo ples\, today known as the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations. We extend our ap preciation for the opportunity to live and learn on this territory.\n\n Th e AGGV is committed to providing a welcoming and accessible destination fo r all to enjoy. The main entrance is wheelchair accessible with a ramp on the left side of the entrance with no handrail. There is one set of power doors located at the left side of the entrance at the top of the ramp.\n\n ---\n\n Image Credit: Inkstone\, 17th-18th century. Gift of Richard and K azue Pearson AGGV2014.021.016\n\n DTSTART:20251206T190000Z DTEND:20251206T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Little Fernwood Winter Market DTSTAMP:20251108T003644Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3401-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="FCAA":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Arts\, Crafts &\; Community!\n\n\n\n We are so excited to host for the first time a Little Fernwood Winter Market. We’ve got s ome great artists and vendors lined up. It will be a cozy atmosphere with free entry. Craft workshop by Fernwood Craft Club\n\n\n\n https://thefca.c a/event/little-fernwood-winter-market/\n\n DTSTART:20251207T200000Z DTEND:20251208T010000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Meadow Variations: Lee Hutzulak DTSTAMP:20251104T195441Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3400-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Deluge/Antimatter":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Meadow Variations traces the evolution of Hutzulak’s vi sual art practice to explore the venerable Canadian tradition of landscape painting. A body of work spanning a half decade\, from the onset of covid through the present\, these paintings represent the fluid concerns of a p olymath open to pursuing manifold interests with a beginner’s mind. Hutz ulak attributes this new work to his forays into moving image made in the natural environs of Vancouver’s Stanley Park: “filming details at a di stance through a blurry screen of up-close leaves and flowers\, capturing lens flares and specks of light blooming in the bokeh effect.” Describin g his earlier work as “cartoony characters in minimal\, fractured spaces \,” the artist’s lens-based investigations into landscape and replicat ing them with paint and ink have compelled him to consume the negative spa ce traditionally surrounding his figures. The allure of untouched paper is reconstituted—abstracted and vast—as a backdrop for our imaginations and his complex\, delicate narratives.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n November 7 to 29 \, 2025\n\n\n\n Opening Friday\, Nov 7 at 7pm with an acoustic set by ‘D ixie Lee’\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Deluge Contemporary Art\n\n\n\n 636 Yates S t\, Victoria BC | deluge.ca\n\n\n\n Exhibition hours: Wed–Sat\, 12–5 p m\n\n\n\n\n DTSTART:20251108T030000Z DTEND:20251130T010000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Magnificat DTSTAMP:20251103T201500Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3399-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Sidneys Via Choralis":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n Via Choralis creates an inspiring atmosphere t his season with the Durante/Pergolesi sacred Baroque choral masterpiece\, the Magnificat. Led by Artistic Director Grant Harville with accompanist K inza Tyrrell\, the choir will also perform music by Rutter\, Mendelssohn a nd Holst plus a selection of indigenous composer Andrew Balfour's works. A ll this plus a sing-along of your seasonal favourites!\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20251207T220000Z DTEND:20251208T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Holidays at Hatley Castle! DTSTAMP:20251103T200443Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3398-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Royal Roads University":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Experience the magic of the season at Holidays at Hatley Castle!\n\n\n\n Join us at Hatley Castle on December 7\, 14\, and 21 to sh are festive fun with families\, friends\, and visitors of all ages.\n\n\n\ n Create lasting memories in one of Vancouver Island’s most iconic landm arks. Spend a cozy afternoon with a cup of cocoa or warm apple cider\, lea rn about the Castle's history\, relax with friends and family while playin g classic board games\, or take festive photos by the grand fireplace.\n\n \n\n  \n\n\n\n 🏰 Holidays at Hatley Castle\n\n\n\n Dates: December 7\ , 14\, 21\n\n\n\n Includes: Guided tours\, warm beverages\, and access to castle activities\n\n\n\n 🐴 Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride Package\n\n\n\n Looking for extra magical experience? On December 14\, enjoy a 12-minute c arriage ride along College Drive before exploring the castle. This one-day -only experience is offered in partnership with Tally Ho Carriage Tours.  \n\n\n\n Please note: Carriage rides are a separate experience. Tickets m ust be booked in advance as space is limited.\n\n\n\n Date: December 14 o nly\n\n\n\n Tickets: https://www.royalroads.ca/events/holidays-hatley-cas tle\n\n DTSTART:20251207T190000Z DTEND:20251208T000000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20251221T000000;BYDAY=SU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rancho Vignola - Sidney Harvest Sale DTSTAMP:20251101T163410Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3397-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Rancho Vignola":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Harvest time is here\, and the Rancho Vignola Harvest Sal e returns once again this November\, to the Mary Winspear Centre in Sidney .  Recognized as a trusted source of premium quality foods\, Rancho Vigno la has been providing fresh-from-harvest nuts\, dried fruit\, seeds and co nfections to their customers since 1980.\n\n\n\n From walnuts so fresh tha t they taste like cream\, to all-natural\, flavour-packed dried mangoes\, to premium chocolate covered nuts\, there is something for everyone.\n\n\n \n Local Chef demos to taste and inspire\, including Chef Heidi Fink!\n\n\ n\n Make sure not to miss the two-day buying event\, including free sampli ng of over 100 products\, cooking demos\, prize draws and lots of great gi ft ideas.\n\n\n\n Friday November 28  |  9am-7pm\n\n\n\n Saturday Novemb er 29  |  9am-5pm\n\n\n\n Free Entry!\n\n\n\n https://www.ranchovignola. com/harvest-sales\n\n DTSTART:20251128T170000Z DTEND:20251130T010000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Sunday: Fun with Line DTSTAMP:20251030T182814Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3396-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n This Family Sunday we’ll be playing with all kinds of l ines—squiggly and straight\, wide and thin! Experiment with drawing by u sing a quill pen\, create a print by scratching lines onto foam\, experien ce the fun of pushing and pulling paint with a squeegee\, and use a ruler to create a face made of up straight lines only.\n\n\n\n Connection with t he artwork in A View from Here: Reimagining the AGGV Collections will spar k excitement and curiosity as we explore line and its essential function i n art making.\n\n\n\n —\n\n\n\n Family Sunday happens every third Sunday of the month from October – June\, and is an afternoon of exploring han ds-on art making and ideas for all ages. This recurring program often feat ures special guests such as storytellers\, artists\, performers or musicia ns!\n\n\n\n Family Sunday is included with admission.\n\n\n\n Admission is always free for:\n\n\n\n * Visitors aged 25 &\; under\n\n * AGGV Membe rs &\; See Art Pass holders\n\n * Indigenous Peoples\n\n * Support Work ers\n\n\n\n __\n\n\n\n Art Gallery of Greater Victoria sits on the unceded and traditional territories of the Lək̓ʷəŋən peoples\, today known as the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations. We extend our appreciation for the opportunity to live and learn on this territory.\n\n\n\n The AGGV is commi tted to providing a welcoming and accessible destination for all to enjoy. The main entrance is wheelchair accessible with a ramp on the left side o f the entrance with no handrail. There is one set of power doors located a t the left side of the entrance at the top of the ramp.\n\n DTSTART:20251116T220000Z DTEND:20251117T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:AMA Med Spa DTSTAMP:20251030T153204Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3395-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AMA Med Spa":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n AMA Med Spa\n\n AMA Med Spa\n\n AMA Med Spa\n\n AMA Med S pa\n\n AMA Med Spa\n\n AMA Med Spa\n\n AMA Med Spa\n\n AMA Med Spa\n\n AMA Med Spa\n\n AMA Med Spa\n\n AMA Med Spa\n\n AMA Med Spa\n\n At AMA Med Sp a in Thornhill we combine certified professionals\, advanced treatments (i njectables\, laser\, face &\; body\, permanent makeup and nails) and a caring\, comfortable environment to help you rediscover your beauty and bo ost your confidence.\n\n DTSTART:20251029T190000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Louise Monfette DTSTAMP:20251029T190845Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3394-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The Avenue Gallery is pleased to welcome Victoria sculp tor Louise Monfette\, whose stylized figurative sculptures celebrate the b eauty of human connection. Inspired by her daily seaside walks\, Monfette captures quiet\, often overlooked moments such as people sitting on benche s\, gazing at the ocean\, resting with their dogs\, or meeting a friend. W hether portraying a solitary figure or a couple deep in conversation\, her work reflects the connectedness of everyday life.\n\n\n\n Monfette studie d at the Ontario College of Art and the Victoria College of Art\, completi ng her formal training in 2003. Her sculptures have been exhibited in publ ic and commercial galleries throughout British Columbia.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\ n Image: Red Shoes by Louise Monfette – ceramic &\; acrylic glaze\, 6 x 8 x 5 inches\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n See more at: Louise Monfette - The A venue Gallery\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251121 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251129 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dominique Fils-Aimé DTSTAMP:20251027T222346Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3392-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Dominique Fils-Aimé\, a JUNO Award-winning and Polaris P rize finalist\, is a soulful Montreal singer-songwriter whose music reflec ts the history of Black music in North America. Her 2023 album Our Roots R un Deep on Ensoul Records won “Vocal Jazz Album of the Year\,” adding to her acclaimed works Nameless (2018)\, Stay Tuned! (2019)\, and Three Li ttle Words (2021). Known for her “tour de force vocals” (Toronto Star) and bold creativity\, Fils-Aimé continues to push musical boundaries wit h vibrant\, emotional depth.\n\n\n\n She has shared stages with artists su ch as Allison Russell\, Melody Gardot\, Diana Krall\, and Ibrahim Maalouf. Influenced by Nina Simone and Martin Luther King Jr.\, her performances b lend vintage jazz\, trip-hop\, soul\, reggae\, and R&\;B with magnetic presence and grace. After captivating Victoria audiences in February 2024\ , she returns on an ascendant path toward her next album release in Februa ry 2026. Experience one of Canada’s most powerful and soul-stirring voic es - get your tickets early!\n\n\n\n TICKETS\n\n 19+ Venue\n\n $40 advance /VJS Members | $45 at the door (service charges may apply)\n\n \n\n Availa ble Through:\n\n Victoria Jazz Society Office (250-388-4423 | 975A Alston St.) no service charges\n\n Royal &\; McPherson Box Office (250-386-612 1 | rmts.bc.ca) plus service charges\n\n\n\n \n\n Note: Please note that there is limited seating available at Studio 919\, which is first come\, f irst served. For accessibility requests\, please contact the Victoria Jazz Society.\n\n DTSTART:20260307T033000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Dickens Fair DTSTAMP:20251024T213222Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3390-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Dickens Fair":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Celebrating its 44th the Dickens Fair is one of Victori a’s oldest and best-loved Holiday Craft Fairs. Our carefully chosen Vanc ouver Island and Gulf Island artisans offer a great variety of handmade an d homemade products at affordable prices.\n\n\n\n The Dickens Fair is gett ing ready to “Deck the Halls” so please mark your calendars and come j oin us on December 6th from 10 am – 4:00 pm. at the James Bay Community Centre\, 140 Oswego St.  With the great selection of vendors\, there will be something for everyone!\n\n\n\n Enter a wonderland of treasures\, from toys to jewelry\, fashion\, and food. Hosted by the James Bay Market Soci ety\, the Dickens Fair provides an opportunity to meet and support local a rtisans\, hear their stories\, and learn first-hand how they make\, bake a nd craft their wares.\n\n\n\n You will recognize many of your favourite Ja mes Bay Community Market vendors in addition to many new-to-you vendors sh owcasing their work at the Dickens Fair for the first time. The variety an d quality will impress the most discerning shoppers.\n\n\n\n The Dickens S nack Bar will provide light refreshments and drinks along with a place to rest ad regroup.  \n\n\n\n We hope to see you at the Dickens!\n\n DTSTART:20251206T180000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Dickens Fair DTSTAMP:20251024T212529Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3389-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Dickens Fair":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Celebrating its 44th the Dickens Fair is one of Victori a’s oldest and best-loved Holiday Craft Fairs. Our carefully chosen Vanc ouver Island and Gulf Island artisans offer a great variety of handmade an d homemade products at affordable prices.\n\n\n\n The Dickens Fair is gett ing ready to “Deck the Halls” so please mark your calendars and come j oin us on December 6th from 10 am – 4:00 pm. at the James Bay Community Centre\, 140 Oswego St.  With the great selection of vendors\, there will be something for everyone!\n\n\n\n Enter a wonderland of treasures\, from toys to jewelry\, fashion\, and food. Hosted by the James Bay Market Soci ety\, the Dickens Fair provides an opportunity to meet and support local a rtisans\, hear their stories\, and learn first-hand how they make\, bake a nd craft their wares.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n The Dickens Snack Bar will provid e light refreshments and drinks along with a place to rest and regroup.  \n\n\n\n We hope to see you at the Dickens!\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251206 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cordova Bay 55+ Art Group - Fall Show & Sale DTSTAMP:20251021T234511Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3387-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Walt":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Cordova Bay 55+ Association Art Group – Art Show and Sa le\n\n\n\n The Cordova Bay 55+ Association Art Group is having an art show and sale on November 15\, 2025\, from 10 am – 3 pm.  The event will ta ke place at Cordova Bay Elementary School\, 5238 Cordova Bay Road. Group m embers work in various mediums including watercolour\, acrylic\, oil\, pas tel\, collage\, mixed media\, ink\, pen\, and pencil. \n\n\n\n The art sh ow will feature original artwork\, art cards\, and a wide variety of artis tic creations and gifts! This year’s show will also include a Craft Fair put on by the CB55+ Studio Group. There will be lots to see!  Come out a nd see the work of these very talented artists and find a trinket for Chri stmas!  Free indoor event and lots of great parking!  Enter a draw for a free gift basket!\n\n\n\n A portion of the proceeds goes to support the C B55+ Association. \n\n\n\n For more information about the art group see th e website at: https://cordovabay55plus.org/activities-events/special-inte rest-groups/art-group/\n\n DTSTART:20251115T180000Z DTEND:20251115T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victoria Choral Society presents RESILIENCE: Works for Choir and Organ DTSTAMP:20251021T041330Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3386-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Choral Society":broadland@xplornet.co m DESCRIPTION:\n The 150 voices of the Victoria Choral Society\, led by Ar tistic Director Brian Wismath\, join forces with acclaimed organist\, Mark McDonald to present RESILIENCE: Works for Choir and Organ. This moving 8 0-minute concert honouring the enduring power of choral and organ music wi ll take place at Christ Church Cathedral at 2:30 pm on Saturday\, November 8\, 2025. VCS Choral Scholars will be featured as soloists throughout the program.\n\n\n\n Tickets are $40 (suggested price) or Pay What You Wish a nd are available online at victoriachoralsociety.ca or at the door. Advanc e purchase is strongly recommended.\n\n\n\n Featuring repertoire that span s over three centuries\, RESILIENCE explores the timeless beauty and stren gth of the choral-organ tradition. Audiences will hear iconic masterworks including Jesu\, Joy of Man’s Desiring by Johann Sebastian Bach\, Hear M y Prayer by Felix Mendelssohn\, and Cantique de Jean Racine by Gabriel Fau ré\, alongside powerful and evocative contemporary works including Magnif icat by James MacMillan\, Glorificatio by René Eespere\, I Was Glad by Si r Hubert Parry\, Immortal Bach by Knut Nystedt\, and Dona Nobis Pacem by P ēteris Vasks.\n\n\n\n About the Victoria Choral Society\n\n\n\n Founded i n 1934\, the Victoria Choral Society is a mixed-voice auditioned symphonic choir dedicated to presenting the finest choral music from Baroque to con temporary. The Society pursues excellence through innovation and collabora tion with esteemed partners\, including Ballet Victoria\, Pacific Opera Vi ctoria\, Victoria Chamber Orchestra\, Victoria Symphony\, and Vox Humana C hamber Choir. VCS continues to play a leading role in Victoria’s vibrant cultural life. Please visit our website to stay up to date on all our con certs: victoriachoralsociety.ca\n\n\n\n The Victoria Choral Society gratef ully acknowledges the generous support of the NRS Foundation through the V ictoria Foundation and the CRD Arts &\; Culture Support Service.\n\n\n\ n Photo used with permission by Jonmarkphoto\n\n\n DTSTART:20251108T223000Z DTEND:20251109T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Our Town DTSTAMP:20251018T032051Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3381-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Phoenix Theatre":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Experience the timeless beauty of Thornton Wilder’s Ou r Town\, a Pulitzer Prize-winning classic that captures the beauty and fra gility of everyday life. Set in the small town of Grover’s Corners\, the play follows the lives of its residents—ordinary people experiencing lo ve\, loss and the passage of time. Guided by the omniscient Stage Manager\ , audiences witness the joys and sorrows of the Gibbs and Webb families as they navigate childhood\, marriage and mortality. Our Town is a poignan t\, heartwarming and deeply moving exploration of human awareness and the often-overlooked beauty of everyday moments.\n\n\n\n “Do any human being s ever realize life while they live it?—every\, every minute?” —Emi ly Webb\n\n\n\n “While all of Wilder’s work is intelligent\, non-synth etic and often moving\, as well as funny\, it is Our Town that makes the d ifference. It is probably the finest play ever written by an American .” —American playwright Edward Albee.\n\n\n\n Awards:\n\n 1938 Pulitz er Prize for Drama\n\n 1989 Tony Award for Best Revival\n\n 1989 Drama Des k Award for Outstanding Revival\n\n\n\n Presented by arrangement with Conc ord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French Inc.\n\n DTSTART:20251107T040000Z DTEND:20251123T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Candy Cane Lane Christmas Market DTSTAMP:20251017T161527Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3379-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly Kurta":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n  Cheerful &\; Family-Friendly\n\n\n\n It’s the most wonderful time of the year! \n\n Join us at the Candy Cane Lane Christm as Market at the Saanich Fairgrounds for two festive weekends in November and December.\n\n Warm up with hot chocolate\, enjoy delicious bites\, an d explore 100+ local vendors bursting with holiday goodies and unique gi fts.\n\n\n\n Discover over 100 artisans and makers\, find the perfect gif ts\, and enjoy the warmth of community — entry by donation!\n\n DTSTART:20251213T170000Z DTEND:20251215T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:11th Thrifty Foods Wicked Victoria DTSTAMP:20251017T161259Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3378-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly Kurta":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Thrifty Foods Wicked Victoria presented by CHEK Media\n\n Sunday\, October 26 | 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM | Government Street &\; Bas tion Square\n\n Join thousands downtown for Victoria’s most spirited fam ily celebration! Enjoy cupcake decorating (1\,000+ cupcakes!)\, a bouncy o bstacle course\, free crafts\, live entertainment on three performance are as\, and 90+ local vendors.\n\n Come in costume — even your furry friend s — and experience a day of community\, color\, and Halloween cheer you won’t want to miss!\n\n DTSTART:20251026T173000Z DTEND:20251026T223000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Solo Exhibition – Bi Yuan Cheng – Echoes of Light DTSTAMP:20251014T223711Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3374-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Bi Yuan Cheng presents his ninth solo exhibition with The Avenue Gallery\, Echoes of Light\, from November 6 to 20. Cheng captures the beauty of the Canadian landscape through calligraphic brushwork\, a m astery of light\, and a refined use of colour.\n\n\n\n Image: Autumn Scen ery in the Valley by Bi Yuan Cheng – acrylic on canvas\, 36 x 60 inche s\n\n\n\n View Bi Yuan Cheng's paintings on The Avenue Gallery's website:  https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/painters/bi-yuan-cheng/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251106 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251121 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Philip Mix DTSTAMP:20251014T223454Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3373-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Wind your way through the faceted landscapes of Philip Mi x\, where moments of time stand still\, solid forms vibrate\, and colour s eparates into prismatic layers. Dramatic and sculptural -- a kaleidoscope of colour and geometry. Time of day and natural elements appear reconstruc ted into a layered perspective that creates a stained-glass collage out of our coastal habitat.\n\n\n\n Image: Ruckle Evening by Philip Mix – oi l on linen\, 22 x 36 inches\n\n\n\n View Philip Mix's paintings on The Ave nue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/painters/mix- philip/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251026 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251103 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Octet Victoria - Howells' Requiem DTSTAMP:20251012T224840Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3372-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Octet Victoria":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Octet Victoria presents Howells' Requiem — a luminous a nd hauntingly beautiful masterpiece. The concert program also features exq uisite sacred works by Joanna Marsh\, Arvo Pärt\, Healey Willan\, and Jam es MacMillan. This will be an unforgettable evening of choral music that c ontemplates the spirit of death\, loss\, and light. We are also expanding our performing forces for this special concert! This rendition of Octet Vi ctoria will be a 16-voice\, fully conducted ensemble\, led by Char Hodgkin s and David Stratkauskas. Join us in one of Victoria’s most resonant and beautiful acoustic spaces — St. John the Divine Anglican Church — for a night of vocal artistry.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Founded by Char Hodgkins in 2022\, Octet Victoria is a fully professional vocal ensemble based in Vic toria\, BC\, dedicated to exploring choral music from every era — from R enaissance motets to music by today’s most compelling composers.\n\n\n\ n  \n\n\n\n DONATIONS ENCOURAGED\n\n\n\n A portion of the door donations from our solo concerts always go to local Indigenous organizations such as Raven Trust Foundation and the Victoria Native Friendship Centre. For thi s concert\, we will be donating 50% of the proceeds to these wonderful org anizations. This professional choir is fully funded by artistic director C har Hodgkins\, who is passionate about creating art in their own way! We a re not a registered charity or non-profit organization\, and we are not a recipient of any grants. Thank you for your support! It goes toward both s ustaining local music and supporting nearby Indigenous community resources !\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n ACCESSIBILITY\n\n\n\n St. John’s is wheelchair acce ssible through the Garden doors on the north side of the building.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n PERFORMERS\n\n\n\n Conductors - Char Hodgkins\, David Stratkau skas\n\n\n\n Sopranos - Gina Johnson\, Jennifer Turner\, Olivia Duffin\, C eleste Lingas\n\n\n\n Altos - Alana Hayes\, Deanna Sills\, Grace Vermette\ , Kiiri Michelsen\n\n\n\n Tenors - Felix Butterfield\, Gordon Simmons\, Ca rter Martin\,\n\n\n\n Cameron van der Sloot\n\n\n\n Basses - Nathan McDona ld\, Rowan McWilliams\, Kyron Basu\, Jordan Rettich\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Inq uiries can be sent to octetvictoria@gmail.com\n\n DTSTART:20251026T023000Z DTEND:20251026T033000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Broadway in Victoria announces TINA – The Tina Turner Musi cal\, January 6-11\, 2026 DTSTAMP:20251010T185729Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3371-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Bronwyn Henderson":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Broadway in Victoria announces the Victoria premiere of t he award-winning Broadway musical TINA – The Tina Turner Musical\, on s tage from January 6-11\, 2026\, at Victoria’s Royal Theatre (805 Brought on St). Lauded as “something everybody everywhere should come see” by New York Magazine\, TINA - The Tina Turner Musical is the inspiring true s tory of a woman who defied racism\, sexism\, and ageism to become the glob al Queen of Rock ‘n Roll. This smash-hit stage production celebrates Tin a Turner’s incredible talent and triumphant rise from a small-town girl with a big voice to an international icon\, and features some of her bigge st hits: “What’s Love Got to Do with It\,” “Proud Mary\,” “T he Best\,” and “River Deep – Mountain High\,” and many more. Tick ets and information: rmts.bc.ca\n\n DTSTART:20260107T033000Z DTEND:20260112T060000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Winter Small Works Show & Sale: Opening Reception DTSTAMP:20251009T222421Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3370-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join us for the Opening Reception of Winter Small Works S how &\; Sale\, on November 20\, from 5-8pm\, with artists in attendance . \n\n \n\n Stop by for a glass of wine\, browse a dynamic range of artwo rks at accessible price points\, and help us kickstart the winter season o f celebrating local artists. \n\n \n\n Art Rental + Sales presents the an nual Winter Small Works Show &\; Sale\, on display in the Massey Sales Gallery from November 20 – January 25\, 2026.\n\n \n\n Admission to AGGV Art Rental + Sales is always free.\n\n \n\n Image credits: Derek Nunn\, Z endō\, 10\"x10\"\, mixed-media. Courtesy of the artist.\n\n DTSTART:20251121T010000Z DTEND:20251121T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dangerous Beauty: The Prints of Albrecht Dürer DTSTAMP:20251009T182614Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3369-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Curated by Steven McNeil\, AGGV Chief Curator &\; Dire ctor of Exhibitions\n\n Sharing artwork from the AGGV collection\, this ex hibition presents twelve prints by Albrecht Dürer (1471-1528). The select ed prints showcase the artist’s extraordinary skill as a printmaker and his fascination with dramatic subjects centred on danger. Dürer’s print s often merge themes of danger and beauty\, incorporating monstrous figure s as well as scenes that evoke imminent or unfolding peril. Dürer’s dep ictions of dangerous beauty are often linked to his skill in printmaking\, where he harnesses his significant technical knowledge to create a sense of the sublime.\n\n\n\n Albrecht Dürer is an exceptionally gifted painter and printmaker of the Northern Renaissance period. Initially trained as a goldsmith\, Dürer turned to printmaking as a young adult\, producing woo dcut prints for wide distribution\, as well as engravings for a more speci alized audience. He brought a level of technical skill to his profession t hat was groundbreaking and had a significant impact on artistic practice.\ n\n\n\n Image: Albrecht Dürer (German\, 1471 - 1528)\, The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse\, woodcut\, 38.7 x 27.5 cm. Dr. Gustav and Marie Schilde r Collection. AGGV1964.188.001\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251213 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260504 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fifty Shades of Ink Ink Paintings from the AGGV Collection DTSTAMP:20251009T182433Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3368-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n December 6\, 2025 - April 26\, 2026Curated by Dr. Heng Wu \, AGGV Curator of Asian Art\n\n\n\n “Ink has five shades” (墨分 五色) is a foundational principle in the tradition of Chinese ink painti ng. First articulated in the 9th century by the artist and art historian Z hang Yanyuan\, this idea has shaped both the creation and appreciation of ink art for over a thousand years. It reveals the expressive power of ink\ , which\, through the subtle interplay with water and the dynamic engageme nt of the brushstroke\, can unfold into works rich in depth\, texture\, an d tonal variation. In the hands of a skilled artist\, the shifting shades of ink become vessels of emotion and vitality\, transcending color to reve al a polychrome world within monochrome.\n\n\n\n Taking inspiration from t his classical principle\, Fifty Shades of Ink expands the idea\, suggest ing that the potential of ink is endlessly nuanced. This exhibition draws from the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria’s rich collection of Asian ink paintings to celebrate the expressive possibilities of the medium. Also on view are historical ink sticks and ink stones\, offering insight into the material and cultural heritage behind this timeless art form.\n\n\n\n  \ n\n\n\n Image Credits: Set of Ink Sticks Carved with Ren Bonian’s Floral Paintings\n\n 1998.017.004\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251206 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Sunday: Looking at the Land DTSTAMP:20251008T225207Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3367-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Come to the Gallery for a fun-filled and creative Sunday afternoon. Explore connections to the land around us through the works of contemporary artists in the exhibitions A View From Here: Reimagining the AGGV Collections\, Lekwungen: A Place to Smoke Herring\, and Meryl McMa ster: Bloodline.\n\n\n\n Wander through the Asian garden to sketch the Gar ry oak trees\, create a butterfly pin to wear\, and explore the fascinatin g shapes and symmetry found in nature to make a one-of-a-kind graphite rub bings as we kick off this school year’s first Family Sunday.\n\n\n\n Fam ily Sundays are included with admission.\n\n\n\n Admission is always free for the following groups:\n\n\n\n \n Visitors age 25 and under\n \n \n A GGV Members and See Art Pass holders\n \n \n Indigenous peoples\n \n \n Support workers\n \n\n\n\n Family Sunday happens every third (and sometime s fourth) Sunday of the month from October – June\, and is an afternoon of exploring hands-on art-making and ideas for all ages. This recurring program often features special guests like storytellers\, artists\, perfor mers or musicians.\n\n DTSTART:20251019T210000Z DTEND:20251019T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Biodiversity Celebration DTSTAMP:20251006T225411Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3366-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Royal Roads University":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n This special event will feature interactive displays\, gu ided nature walks and the chance to celebrate nature.\n\n\n\n The Biodiver sity Celebration will be held on the magnificent Royal Roads campus in Col wood and is and open to people of all ages. Organized by the City of Colwo od\, Royal Roads University\, and the Capital Regional District\, this fre e event will appeal to anyone interested in conservation\, enjoying time i n nature\, and learning about biodiversity topics and issues.\n\n\n\n An e xhibition of biodiversity and regional projects will take place in the Dog wood Auditorium plus several talks and tours including:\n\n\n\n Birds and Biodiversity - a walk with Ashlea Veldhoen\, Rocky Point Bird Observatory\ , 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.\n\n Biodiversity Planning in Colwood - a talk with City of Colwood\, 2 – 2:30 p.m.\n\n Exploring Biodiversity with iNaturalist\ , a walk with Claudia and Darren Copley\, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.\n\n Lichens Amo ng Us\, a walk with Tasha Lavdovsky\, 3 - 4 p.m.\n\n\n\n We're looking for ward to seeing you at the Biodiversity Celebration!\n\n\n\n Full event det ails: https://www.royalroads.ca/events/biodiversity-celebration?pid=5293\ n\n\n DTSTART:20251018T200000Z DTEND:20251018T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Antimatter [media art] DTSTAMP:20251006T195531Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3365-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Deluge/Antimatter":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Experimental Cinema &\; International Media Art: Scree nings\, Performance\, Installations\, Online Programs\n\n\n\n October 16 t o 26\, 2025\n\n\n\n Deluge Contemporary Art\, 636 Yates Street\, Victoria BC\n\n\n\n More than 130 films from around the world—nightly screenings/ events at Deluge Contemporary Art. Media installations at Legacy Gallery\, Millie’s Lane and Deluge. Automat artist profile videos and streaming p rograms throughout the festival.\n\n\n\n Full program information\, schedu le and advance tickets/passes available now at http://antimatter.ca.\n\n\n \n DTSTART:20251017T010000Z DTEND:20251027T065900Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Blossom:The Dance of Becoming DTSTAMP:20251005T033250Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3363-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Charity Bryant":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n “Blossom is a soul-stirring journey.” “Powerful\, a uthentic\, vulnerable &\; breathtaking.”\n\n\n\n “An ode to joy—t reasure trove of healing for audiences of all ages.’’\n\n\n\n  Blosso m: The Dance of Becoming is a multimedia one-woman show that invites the audience into a sacred dream space where transformation takes root. Throug h poetic dialogue\, evocative music\, interpretive dance\, and immersive v isual imagery\, we witness Aurora´s descent from heartbreak and hopelessn ess over the suffering in the world\, into awakening\, self-love\, empower ment and soulful reconnection with Earth and Self. The play blends spiritu al symbolism with grounded emotional truths. The animals that appear in Au rora’s dreamscape are more than symbols — they are messengers\, mirror s\, and mentors\, supporting an inward journey toward healing and radiant transformation. My intention is to guide the audience inward as Aurora rec onnects with the Earth\, her inner child\, her soul's purpose\,   and th e quiet\, radiant power within. May this production touch the hearts of al l who witness it and awaken the remembrance that healing is possible\, and that every being carries a unique light meant to shine. Promo trailer\, a udience reviews\, performance photos and tickets at www.charityjoyrose.com /blososm\n\n DTSTART:20251028T030000Z DTEND:20251028T041500Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Blossom:The Dance of Becoming DTSTAMP:20251005T031844Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3362-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Charity Bryant":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n “Blossom is a soul-stirring journey.” “Powerful\, a uthentic\, vulnerable &\; breathtaking.”\n\n\n\n “An ode to joy—t reasure trove of healing for audiences of all ages.’’\n\n\n\n Blossom: The Dance of Becoming is a multimedia one-woman show that invites the aud ience into a sacred dream space where transformation takes root. Through p oetic dialogue\, evocative music\, interpretive dance\, and immersive visu al imagery\, we witness Aurora´s descent from heartbreak and hopelessness over the suffering in the world\, into awakening\, self-love\, empowermen t and soulful reconnection with Earth and Self. The play blends spiritual symbolism with grounded emotional truths. The animals that appear in Auror a’s dreamscape are more than symbols — they are messengers\, mirrors\, and mentors\, supporting an inward journey toward healing and radiant tra nsformation. My intention is to guide the audience inward as Aurora reconn ects with the Earth\, her inner child\, her soul's purpose\, and the quiet \, radiant power within. May this production touch the hearts of all who w itness it and awaken the remembrance that healing is possible\, and that e very being carries a unique light meant to shine. This show is suitable fo r ages 12 and up. Promo trailer\, audience reviews\, performance photos an d ticket sales at www.charityjoyrose.com/blossom.\n\n DTSTART:20251028T030000Z DTEND:20251028T041500Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Mary-Jean Butler DTSTAMP:20251003T170934Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3361-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Mary-Jean Butler's new oil paintings reflect the rugged l andscape of British Columbia's coastline. Her education in both fine art a nd graphic design plays a strong role in the stylization of her work.\n\n\ n\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n The focus of my work is the exploration of looking inward when interpreting the landscape\, the opposition of different form s\, lines and colour to intensify each element's dynamic properties. The s tudy of contrasts between massive trunks juxtaposing the most delicate of foliage\, the blackness of a heavy-handed shadow intensified by playful st rokes of light. - Mary-Jean Butler\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n View Mary-Jean Butl er's paintings online: Artist Mary-Jean Butler | The Avenue Gallery\n\n\n \n  \n\n\n\n Image: Turquoise Waters by Mary-Jean Butler – oil on can vas\, 48 x 48 inches\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251018 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy ON TOUR DTSTAMP:20251001T212347Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3360-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Raymond":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n Fans of Monty Python\, Mr. Bean\, and Dr. Seuss… Gr ab your teacups!\n \n\n \n Combining British propriety with an unabashed love for the unexpected\, London’s 3-time Impresario Award-winning duo s teep an outrageously funny and brilliantly inventive show reminiscent of c lassic British pantos.\n \n\n \n Rich in wordplay\, comic physicality\, a nd cleverly crafted interactive elements\, O Christmas Tea is uproarious fun\, yet it is the duo’s boundless imagination and endearing chemistry that provide the real magic and heart of this play.\n \n\n \n When catas trophe strikes at James and Jamesy’s Christmas tea party\, flooding the world with tea\, the duo conjure wildly funny solutions to stay afloat\, a nd sweep the audience out to sea in a jolly aquatic escapade brimming with whimsy\, action\, and ingenuity in a celebration of friendship at Christm as.\n \n\n \n “Complete and utter fun… for all ages.”\n\n ★★★★★ CBC\n\n \n\n “Outrageously funny\, magnificently wri tten\, beautifully choreographed.”\n\n ★★★★★ London Free Pres s\n\n \n\n “An ode to the idea that anything is possible.” \n\n ★★★★★ Torontoist\n\n \n\n “I cannot think of a show th at will leave you more profoundly happy than this.”\n\n ★★★★★ Stage Door\n \n\n \n Hailed as “a child’s imagination on steroids” by London Free Press and “a masterpiece of physical comedy” by Theatr e In London\, critics rave for the charismatic James &\; Jamesy. A must -see performance on the international comedy circuit\, this unstoppable du o is regarded as “one of the most popular fringe duos ever” (CBC).\n \ n\n\n DTSTART:20251107T230000Z DTEND:20251109T050000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:One Take Super 8 DTSTAMP:20250926T213055Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3359-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CineVic":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n Join us for the world premiere of 20 new analogu e movies presented LIVE on celluloid Super 8 film at Metro Studio Theatre! \n\n\n\n The One Take Super 8 is a decentralized network of filmmaking cha llenges and screenings presented across the globe. It was started in the y ear 2000 by Alex Rogalski in Regina\, Saskatchewan — since then it has i nspired the creation and screening of thousands of films in more than 50 i nternational locations. CineVic proudly brings OTS8 back again for its 6th edition on Vancouver Island\, and the 25th anniversary of the founding e vent.\n\n\n\n Earlier this summer\, participants from Victoria and the sur rounding region were given a camera\, a roll of film\, and one week to cre ate their own 3-minute Super 8 movie. The only catch: no editing. The film makers had to capture their scenes in order with no second chances\, and t hey’ll witness their work for the first time along with the audience at two live screenings!\n\n\n\n This year’s participants utilized the new K odak Super 8 digital/analogue hybrid camera — we’ll have it on display at the screenings so you can check it out for yourself!\n\n\n\n Drinks wi ll be available for purchase\, and the audience is invited to stay for a s hort mingle after the show.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Get Tickets >\;>\;\n\n DTSTART:20251018T020000Z DTEND:20251019T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Significant Other DTSTAMP:20250926T174153Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3358-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CCPA":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n A romantic comedy full of humour and heartbreak\n\n\n\n \ n Four 20-somethings living in the big city – what happens to old fri endships when love and marriage take centre stage?  \n  \n Jordan Ber man and his best friends navigate this new chapter of their lives through this hilarious and relatable romantic comedy about relationships and t he growing pains of adulthood. \n  \n \n\n\n\n “A ferociously hilario us\, unbearably sad\, and astonishingly relatable portrait of the special\ , formative friendships we have in our youth that we hope will never chang e\, but inevitably do”\n\n\n\n – TheatreMania \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Sig nificant Other by Joshua Harmon\n\n\n\n Directed by Danik McAfee\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Thursday October 16\, 2025 | 7:30PM\n\n Friday October 17\, 20 25 | 7:30PM\n\n Saturday October 18\, 2025 | 2:00PM*\, 7:30PM\n\n Sunday O ctober 19\, 2025 | 2:00PM\n\n *Relaxed Performance\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Tick ets available at ccpacanada.com/tickets\n\n DTSTART:20251017T023000Z DTEND:20251019T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Concert of Remembrance DTSTAMP:20250926T173446Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3357-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CCPA":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n An annual tradition since the College’s founding\, CCPA students will take the stage with the Band of the 5th Field Regiment\, Ro yal Canadian Artillery\, for a concert celebrating and honouring service. Through song and poetry\, the sacrifices of our veterans are honoured. \n \n\n\n Co-presented by the District of Oak Bay for the public at the Dave Dunnet Community Theatre\, with donations going to support the Canadian He ritage Arts Society and the Esquimalt Military Family Resource Centre. \n \n\n\n Tickets are Pay-What-You-Can and are available at ccpacanada.com/ti ckets and at the door\n\n DTSTART:20251109T033000Z DTEND:20251109T053000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Aileen Vantomme DTSTAMP:20250919T180259Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3356-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Aileen Vantomme is a ceramic artist working in stonewar e using coil and slab-built methods. Her work leverages traditional clay t echniques in small batch runs\, highlighting the subtle variations inheren t in handmade production. Her textures and forms are enhanced with custom -formulated stains and glazes\, and are fired using both oxidation and pit -firing methods.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Aileen earned an undergraduate degree in science from McGill University and pursued graduate studies in architec ture at Boston Architectural Center. Though largely self-taught\, her tech niques have been augmented with coursework in fine art from various art ce ntres and universities across North America. She currently resides on Van couver Island\, with her husband and young daughters.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n ' Keepsakes' are stoneware vessels inspired by the natural beauty of discard ed seashells found along the shores of southern British Columbia. Each pie ce features an irregular edge created from the coil-built process\, a remi nder of its handmade origin. - Aileen Vantomme\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Join us in warmly welcoming Aileen to The Avenue Gallery! Drop in to experie nce her intimate and captivating works in person.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Image : Moon Snail in White by Aileen Vantomme – Stoneware vessel in lava gl aze\, 5 x 11 x 11 inches\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251010 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251018 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Texere: Exploring Fine Fibre Arts DTSTAMP:20250916T204854Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3355-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Texere":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Texere is an exhibition and sale of fibre arts\, showcasi ng the skills of members of the Victoria Handweavers’ and Spinners’ Gu ild. Work includes art pieces\, clothing and accessories\, and household l inens. There will be demonstrations in spinning\, and weaving.\n\n\n\n Hel d at the ArtSea Gallery Tulista Park\, Sidney.\n\n DTSTART:20251003T170000Z DTEND:20251009T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:WRIT LARGE Art Exhibition DTSTAMP:20250912T170558Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3351-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="MaryLou Wakefield":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Three Victoria artists present Writ Large - Contemporary Works on Paper\n\n \n\n Three Victoria artists draw on their pasts as pro fessional writers and editors to exhibit a collection of large-format work s inspired by the emotional and intellectual energy of written language.\n \n\n\n Georgina Montgomery\, Louise Oborne\, and MaryLou Wakefield use wor ds and text as part of their visual language to amplify a compelling idea\ , question\, or life experience personally meaningful to them.\n\n\n\n In this series\, the artists demonstrate their individual stylistic approache s to interpreting 'Writ Large' and invite viewers to find their own meanin g and interpretation in the works.\n\n\n\n Writ Large will be on at arc.hi ve artist run centre October 4 - 19 and open for viewing Saturdays and Sun days from 12 - 4 pm.\n\n\n\n An opening reception with the artists in atte ndance will be on Friday\, October 3\, from 7 - 9 pm.\n\n\n\n For more inf ormation about the artists and the exhibition\, visit www.writ-large.art\n \n\n\n For more information\, contact MaryLou Wakefield\n\n mlwakefieldart @gmail.com\n\n 250 217-2421\n\n DTSTART:20251004T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Salty Scent of Home DTSTAMP:20250912T222205Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3353-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Phoenix Theatre":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n A heartfelt new play celebrating identity\, community\, a nd finding home. The Salty Scent of Home invites audiences on a moving jo urney through the emotional landscape of immigration. Personal stories are infused with poetry inspired by the flight of migratory birds\, creating a powerful reflection on resilience\, belonging\, and identity. Get ready for an evening of theatre that uplifts\, unites\, and welcomes us all “h ome.”\n\n DTSTART:20251010T030000Z DTEND:20251019T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Payadora DTSTAMP:20250911T180726Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3350-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n “The beloved ensemble that is tango and beyond . It is world. It is classical. It is jazz. It is tango…a delicious swir l of music that is the Payadora Ensemble.” – Classical 96.3 FM\n \n \n \n Award-winning Canadian chamber music ensemble Payadora performs original compositions and arrangements drawing from Argentinian/Uruguayan tango and folk music. These musical powerhouses have combined tango with their classical\, jazz and world music backgrounds to create something ent irely new. Payadora draws from the height of Buenos Aires’ tango traditi on\, including compositions by De Caro\, Pugliese\, Troilo\, and Salgan\, and the masterful\, contemporary sounds of Astor Piazzolla and beyond. Off icially endorsed by the Argentinian Consulate in Toronto for its adherence to the spirit of tango\, Payadora’s performances convey joy\, virtuosit y\, humour\, and intense passion.\n \n\n \n Payadora has presented con certs and sold-out shows around the world. They have collaborated with the London Symphonia\, the Cathedral Bluffs Symphony\, the Hannaford Street S ilver Band\, and the PointeTango Dance Company. Their critically-acclaimed album Silent Tears: The Last Yiddish Tango won the 2024 Folk Music Onta rio Award and reached #1 on the World Music Charts in Europe. They have be en named on “Best of” lists on NPR’s Rhythm Atlas\, Finnish National Radio and CBC Classical. Payadora were also nominated for the Folk Music Awards as “Best Performing Artists.” They released Legend of Carau i n 2025\, based on the Argentinian folk tale. Now\, they return to Victoria after their last appearance at the 2022 World Accordion and Tango Festiva l!\n \n\n \n This stellar lineup features some of the most respected c hamber musicians in Canada: Rebekah Wolkstein violin/vocals\, Drew Jure cka bandoneon/violin/mandolin\, Joseph Phillips bass/guitar\, and Clar k Schaufele piano.\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n TICKETS\n \n\n \n On sale September 12!\n \n\n \n $47 Reserved Seating | $42 VJS Members (plus service charges)\n \n\n \n Available Through:\n \n\n \n Mary Winsp ear Centre \n \n\n \n 250-656-0275 | marywinspear.ca\n \n\n \n 22 43 Beacon Ave. Sidney\, BC\n \n \n\n DTSTART:20251111T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Brass Queens DTSTAMP:20250911T180401Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3349-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Brass Queens is a nine-piece female-led\, New York-based brass band that has been dominating the brass band scene since 2019. Ins pired by the soulful sounds of New Orleans\, the Brass Queens’ band cons ists of one sousaphone\, drums (both line and set)\, two trombones\, one a lto sax\, one tenor sax\, three trumpets and a whole lot of passion. Thei r songs are spiced with a wide range of musical influences including Balka n\, mambo\, film scores\, pop\, and classic rock. Becoming a fixture in th e local music scene and dubbed “the hardest working band in town\,” th e Queens gained a dedicated following through outdoor performances on the streets of Brooklyn. In February 2021\, Brass Queens released their debut EP Royal Street. In November 2023\, the band released their first full-l ength album titled Black &\; Gold\, and less than a year later\, their second full-length album and their first album of all-original music titl ed Hot Tub Sessions Vol. I.\n\n\n\n Brass Queens tour regularly across th e USA and internationally\, including Canada\, with sold-out shows and per formances at various events and programs including The Met Gala\, Brooklyn Bowl\, Good Morning America\, and Ottawa Jazz Festival. The band has deve loped a signature style that sits right at the intersection of the Big App le and the Big Easy. The result is a nonstop party: a Brass Queens show wi ll have you singing along to classic pop hits\, dancing your heart out to reggaeton\, and feeling like you’ve been transported to New Orleans’ F renchman Street. They’re bringing New Orleans brass band tradition with a New York twist all the way to Victoria’s Wicket Hall this fall – get ready to dance! Alex Harris trumpet\, Ally Chapel saxophone\, Minerv a Johnson trumpet/percussion\, Stephanie King trumpet\, Jenna Murdoch  saxophone\, Stephanie Young trombone\, Heather Ewer sousaphone\, As hley Baier drums\n\n\n\n TICKETS\n\n\n\n On sale now!\n\n\n\n 19+ Venue\n \n\n\n $32 advance/VJS Members | $38 at the door (service charges may app ly)\n\n\n\n Available Through:\n\n\n\n Victoria Jazz Society Office (250-3 88-4423 | 975A Alston St.) no service charges\n\n\n\n Royal &\; McPher son Box Office (250-386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca) plus service charges\n\n\n\n N ote: This venue will have limited seating.\n\n DTSTART:20251026T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Warren Wolf w. the Sullivan Fortner Trio DTSTAMP:20250909T171352Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3348-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n “[Warren Wolf and his band] combine star power and ind ividuality\, and thus have all the attributes of a supergroup.” – Aud iophile Audition\n\n\n\n Mack Avenue recording artist\, vibraphonist\, and multi-instrumentalist Warren Wolf is the premiere jazz vibraphonist on the scene today. He has trained on the vibraphone/marimba\, drums\, and pi ano since he was three years old\, and hasn’t stopped since. A graduate turned instructor in the percussion department at Berklee College of Music \, Wolf quickly became an active and sought-after performer around the Bos ton area. Wolf remains the drummer of choice for alto saxophonist Tia Full er\, as well as a member of the Bobby Watson’s Live and Learn Sextet\, C hristian McBride &\; Inside Straight\, and the SFJAZZ Collective. His f irst two records are titled Incredible Jazz Vibes and Black Wolf\, and he has also self-produced a CD titled RAW. He has released four Mack Ave nue Records\, and his latest record\, Life\, was released this year to ma ss acclaim. Wolf has performed with The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra w ith Wynton Marsalis\, Jeremy Pelt and Creation\, Stefon Harris\, Curtis Lu ndy\, Ron Carter\, Robert Glasper\, Esperanza Spalding and many others.\n\ n\n\n Joining Wolf is the stellar Sullivan Fortner Trio\, featuring Fortn er on piano\, Tyrone Allen on bass\, and Kayvon Gordon on drums. For tner—one of the most celebrated pianists of his generation—is known fo r his expressive playing and profound musical depth\, heard in collaborati ons with Cecile McLorin Salvant\, Dee Dee Bridgewater\, and others. Togeth er\, this ensemble promises an unforgettable evening of modern jazz interp lay\, stylistic exploration\, and pure musical joy. Don’t miss this spec ial land-based matinee concert at McPherson Playhouse. This all-star ensem ble is part of the “Journey of Jazz“ Signature Jazz Cruise\, which wil l be docked in Victoria that Saturday\, September 13!\n\n\n\n TICKETS\n\n\ n\n On sale now!\n\n\n\n $59.00 | $49.00 (plus service charges)\n\n\n\n A vailable Through:\n\n\n\n Royal &\; McPherson Box Office (250-386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca)\n\n DTSTART:20250913T203000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Walter Trout DTSTAMP:20250909T171129Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3347-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n “Whereas many of his contemporaries may have fallen by the wayside\, the iconic blues-rock guitarist refuses to hop off what is ( and continues to be) an extraordinary ride.” – Blues Rock Review\n\n \n\n Prolific American blues-rock guitarist and singer-songwriter Walter Trout started as a sideman for John Lee Hooker\, Percy Mayfield\, and Big Mama Thornton. He went on to become the lead guitarist for Canned Heat\, and then for John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers\, before forming the Walter Tro ut Band\, Walter Trout and the Radicals\, and then simply Walter Trout. Af ter a liver transplant in 2013\, he was named “the ultimate\, supreme bl uesman of the 20th and 21st centuries” by Metal Zone magazine. His 201 9 album\, Survivor Blues\, debuted number one on the Billboard Blues Char t for two consecutive weeks. His 2022 album\, Ride\, is a stunning collec tion of charging momentum and modern energy\, and his latest album\, Brok en\, was released in 2024. With an extensive discography\, multiple Blues Music Awards\, and British Blues Awards\, Walter Trout is the beating hear t of the modern blues rock scene. \n\n\n\n Now\, just in time for his ret urn to Victoria\, Trout releases his hard-rocking new album Sign Of The T imes on September 5. Last playing McPherson Playhouse in 2023\, he now br ings one of toughest-sounding records in his catalogue to Wicket Hall. Be among the first to witness this fresh material live and buy tickets today! \n\n\n\n TICKETS\n\n\n\n On sale now!\n\n\n\n 19+ Venue\n\n\n\n $35 advanc e/VJS Members | $40 at the door (service charges may apply)\n\n\n\n Avail able Through:\n\n\n\n Victoria Jazz Society Office (250-388-4423 | 975A Al ston St.) no service charges\n\n\n\n Royal &\; McPherson Box Office (2 50-386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca) plus service charges\n\n\n\n Note: This venue will have limited seating.\n\n DTSTART:20250913T023000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ballet Victoria's Aladdin DTSTAMP:20250904T005420Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3346-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Ballet Victoria":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Let the Genie of the lamp take you on a magic ballet ride filled with exotic costumes enchanting music\, in a most extraordinary ad venture. Classical ballet with a contemporary flair\, beauty\, drama\, a l ittle humour and brilliant dancing. Set to a fantastic score including wor ks by Borodin\, Saint-Saens\, Rimsky-Korsakov and more\, this high-octane ballet showcases the BV dancers’ technical bravura and exotic style.\n\n \n\n Performances are held at the Royal Theatre (805 Broughton Street) on October 3rd at 7:30 pm and October 4th at 2:00 pm\n\n DTSTART:20251004T023000Z DTEND:20251004T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Do You Love Soul & Motown? DTSTAMP:20250901T111259Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3345-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Manager":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join Checo &\; the Sweet Soul Choir! \n\n\n\n \n\n We are a no-audition choir\, performing a joyful and high energy mix of Moto wn\, R&\;B\, and Soul favourites!\n\n\n\n Our Director\, Checo Tohomaso \, has performed with notable artists\, such as Marvin Gaye\, Lionel Richi e\, Celine Dion\, and many others.\n\n\n\n Our Fall Season starts Tuesday\ , Sept 16th\, at Selkirk Montessori School\, 2970 Jutland Avenue. Check-in is at 5:30 pm and we start movin’ n’ groovin’ at 6:00 pm. We meet w eekly on Tuesdays.\n\n\n\n For more information\, check out our website: h ttps://sweetsoulchoir.ca\n\n DTSTART:20250917T003000Z DTEND:20250917T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Solo Exhibition – Kimberly Kiel – Here & Now DTSTAMP:20250829T165521Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3344-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Presenting Kimberly Kiel’s sixth solo exhibition at The Avenue Gallery\, Here &\; Now\, from September 25 to October 9. In th is series\, Kiel showcases her signature use of impasto and confident use of colour\, with bold florals\, expressive figures and powerful treescape s.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n \"I paint as an expression of joy and energy. There' s pure delight in squeezing out generous piles of oil paint\, squishing it around\, letting it blend\, meld\, and combine. Wet paint\, layered again and again\, morphs into a tangible and compelling surface — thick\, cre amy\, and rich with gorgeous impasto marks. I aim to leave much to the ima gination\, inviting the viewer to fill in the blanks. Transforming a blank white canvas into one bursting with brilliant\, glorious colour brings im mense satisfaction.\" - Kimberly Kiel\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Image: 'Ahead of Myself I &\; II' by Kimberly Kiel – oil on canvas\, 18 x 72 (diptych) \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n View 'Here &\; Now' on The Avenue Gallery's website : Current Exhibition - The Avenue Gallery\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250925 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251010 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Puppets Forsaken: The Noisebau DTSTAMP:20250828T225308Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3343-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Deluge/Antimatter":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Puppets Forsaken is a sculpture/sound collaboration betwe en Natali Leduc\, David Gifford and Dean Louis\, est. 2019. Originally ins pired by the intonarumori of Futurist Luigi Russolo\, author of the manife sto “Art of Noises” 1913\, they construct acoustic noise generators th at take over rooms and involve audience members\, performing for old growt h trees that are no longer there\, theory symposiums\, live radio\, recita l halls and noise shows in basements. \n\n\n\n The Noisebau indulges the media of exertion in a series of modular soundscapes prefigured to optimiz e acousmatic conditions\, where dissonance is both retro causal as well as an anticipatory abstraction for disrupting the normative.\n\n\n\n Septemb er 5 to October 4\, 2025\n\n\n\n Opening Friday\, September 5\, 7pm\n\n\n\ n Activation/Performance at 8pm\n\n\n\n Deluge Contemporary Art\n\n\n\n 63 6 Yates St\, Victoria | deluge.ca\n\n\n\n Gallery Hours: Wed–Sat\, 12– 5pm\n\n\n DTSTART:20250906T020000Z DTEND:20251005T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Meet Your Person – A 55+ Dating Event DTSTAMP:20250827T035203Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3342-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Heron Media":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Enjoy a lively bingo icebreaker\, speed dating to spark c onnections\, and plenty of time to mingle over food and drinks. We’re ke eping numbers balanced by selling tickets separately\, so everyone has a g reat experience.\n\n\n\n ✨ Meet new people\, share some laughs\, and enj oy a relaxed\, welcoming atmosphere.\n\n DTSTART:20250928T113000Z DTEND:20250928T140000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Corre Alice DTSTAMP:20250822T173907Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3341-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Born on the coast of British Columbia\, Corre Alice creat es paintings that explore the balance between emotional expression and int ellectual structure. Her work is intuitive and deeply personal\, shaped by a commitment to both spontaneity and form.\n\n\n\n I paint freely but wit h formal restraints\, respecting the integrity of structure in order to cr eate tension. I aim to communicate a familiar sensation by channeling expr ession through a system. I paint impulsively\, always aware of the logical . When I paint flowers\, it’s with a light heart and a sense of gratitud e for this world we live in. - Corre Alice\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Image: The Sound of Summer by Corre Alice – acrylic on canvas\, 28 x 46 inches\n\ n\n\n  \n\n\n\n View Corre's paintings on The Avenue Gallery's website:  Corre Alice - The Avenue Gallery\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250915 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250923 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bach in Love at Goward House DTSTAMP:20250817T045527Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3339-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Soile Stratkauskas":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Put the finishing touches on your summer by celebrating w ith us on the Labour Day weekend for an intimate garden concert at Goward House featuring soprano Jennifer Turner singing the music of J.S. Bach and Henry Purcell. You will hear love songs from the Notebook for Anna Magdal ena and from Purcell’s theatrical music\; arias from Bach’s beloved We dding Cantata\, and colourful instrumental music from Bach’s violin and gamba sonatas.\n\n\n\n We are planning to have the concert outside this ti me so be sure to bring your chairs or blankets to enjoy the music on the l ovely Goward House lawn.\n\n\n\n Purchase tickets at https://victoria-bar oque.com/\n\n\n\n Musicians:\n\n\n\n Jennifer Turner\, soprano\n\n Kathryn Wiebe\, violin\n\n Natalie Mackie\, gamba\n\n Christina Hutten\, harpsich ord\n\n\n\n \n \n Program: \n \n\n \n In Love\n\n Bach\, Adagio from the Gamba Sonata\, BWV 1027\n\n \n\n From the Notebook for Anna M agdalena:\n\n Stölzel\, Bist du bei mir\n\n Couperin\, Rondeau\, BWV Ahn 183\n\n Bach\, Willst du dein Herz mir schenken\, BWV 518\n\n Bach \, Aria (from Goldberg Variations)\, BWV 988\, 1\n\n \n\n Purcell\, Pr elude for Unaccompanied Violin in G minor\n\n Purcell\, Cupid the Slyest Rogue Alive\n\n Purcell\, The Plaint from the Fairy Queen\n\n Purcell \, Sweeter than Roses from Pausanius\n\n  \n\n Bach\, Adagio from Vio lin Sonata in G Major\, BWV 1021\n\n \n\n From Bach’s Wedding Cantat a\, BWV 202\n\n Recit: \"Die Welt wird wieder neu\"\n\n Aria: “Phoeb us eilt”\n\n Recit: \"Drum sucht auch Amor sein Vergnügen\"\n\n Ari a: “Wenn die Frühlingslüfte streichen”\n\n Recit: \"Und dieses ist das Glücke\"\n\n Aria: \"Sich uben im lieben\"\n \n\n \n Bach\, Vi vace from G Major Violin Sonata\, BWV 1021\n \n \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n \n  \n \n\n DTSTART:20250830T213000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Love to Sing: The Victoria Arion Male Choir Welcome New Sing ers to September Open Houses DTSTAMP:20250730T224709Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3328-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Johnson":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Attention all Male Singers:\n  \n The Victoria Arion Mal e Choir is one of the newest choirs in Victoria\, BC. In the summer of 201 8\, the Arion Male Voice Choir (founded 1892) and the Victoria Male Voice Choir (1907) chose to unite into a new choir. The two choirs came to the r ealization that they could better fulfill their dreams of being “a commu nity of men singing for health and joy” as one group rather than two. It is an exciting new venture which is already proving to be a great success both musically and organizationally. \n  \n Our mission is to maintain the great tradition of male-voice choral music\, and to share that music t hrough two or more public concerts each year. We also perform at seniors ’ residences\, at the Victoria Remembrance Day ceremony\, and at other p ublic events. We support music education through our choral scholarship pr ogram\, which allows up to four student musicians to sing with us each yea r. We welcome new members: come and share with us the joy of choral music! \n\n\n\n Our musical director\, Sean Lampard-Quicke\, joined us in 2020 an d our collaborative pianist\, Jennifer Mitchell joined the choir in 2019.\ n\n\n\n  We are actively seeking new singers for our non-audition choir s tarting in September 2025\, with open houses on Monday September 8th 15th  and 22nd.  The choir sings four-part- harmony and our repertoire covers classical\, spiritual\, folk\, and contemporary music. We meet Mondays at 7:00 pm at Cordova Bay United Church\, 813 Claremont Ave. We also are loo king for choral scholars. For more information on becoming a new member or if you want to know more about the choral scholar program please contact Jim at [jimmysj@shaw.ca](mailto:jimmysj@shaw.ca) or check out our web si te at [http://www.vamc.ca](http://www.vamc.ca/)\n  \n  \n\n\n\n Jim Joh nson\n\n\n\n Vice President&\;\n\n\n\n Marketing Director\n\n\n\n Victo ria Arion Male Choir( A-RYE-ON)\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n \n  \n  \n \n\n\n \n\n DTSTART:20250909T020000Z DTEND:20250909T040000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20250922T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Denna Erickson DTSTAMP:20250814T221118Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3338-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Denna Erickson's new series explores dramatic florals\, r endered in organic shapes and layered glazes of luminescent colour. Transp arent paint builds depth and atmosphere in these beautifully expressive wo rks.\n\n\n\n Born in Edmonton\, Alberta\, Denna holds a Bachelor of Fine A rts from the Emily Carr Institute of Art and Design and a Bachelor of Educ ation from the University of Victoria.\n\n\n\n Image: Sweet Memories by De nna Erickson – oil on panel\, 24 x 24 inches \n\n\n\n View Denna Erickso n's paintings on The Avenue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegallery.c om/artists/painters/erickson-denna/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250907 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250915 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Interconnected: Solo art show featuring Margaret Case at the Gage Gallery\, guest artist Rose Cowles DTSTAMP:20250808T151522Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3336-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Barb DeRousie":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Inspired by nature’s communication - mycelium\, energy and invisible signals\, enjoy the whimsical and fantastical elements in th ese paintings. Vibrant colour and playful forms reflect the joy and vibran cy the artists see in the natural world. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Poetry in th e Gallery Tuesday\, August 26\, 2025: \n\n\n\n 12 - 1pm: Victoria’s poe t laureate\, Kyeryn Regher\; guided writing workshop.\n\n\n\n 6 - 8pm: Ope n mic\, poetry readings with Tracy Wai de Boer &\; Kyeren Regehr.\n\n\n \n  \n\n\n\n Opening reception Saturday\, August 30\, 2025: 5-8pm with co lor walk at 5:30pm\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n This show is about connections\, bet ween living things in nature\, between humans and nature and between peopl e. Come to Gage Gallery to explore Interconnected and see leaves\, creat ures\, light and color. Take a look at the way nature communicates\, throu gh mycelium\, energy and invisible signals\, inspiring whimsical and fanta stical elements in the paintings. Vibrant colour and playful forms reflect the joy and vibrancy the artists see in the natural world.\n\n\n\n gagega llery.ca\n\n\n\n Open Tues-Sun\, 11-5\n\n\n\n Admission free\n\n DTSTART:20250826T180000Z DTEND:20250827T000000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20250914T000000;BYDAY=SU,TU,WE,TH,FR,SA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fashion for Compassion DTSTAMP:20250805T171113Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3334-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Hospice Society":broadland@xplornet.c om DESCRIPTION:\n Join Victoria Hospice for an elegant afternoon of fashion \, food\, and fun at the beautiful Delta Ocean Pointe Resort on Sunday\, O ctober 26\, 2025.\n\n\n\n Fashion for Compassion sponsored by McCall’s G ardens will feature fabulous fashions and accessories from Turnabout Luxur y Resale modeled by our dedicated volunteers and hospice care team members . Bring a friend or ten and join us for lunch\, a fashion show\, pop-up bo utique shopping\, prizes\, and a silent auction to support compassionate c are at Victoria Hospice. \n\n\n\n This signature fundraising event always sells out fast\, so mark your calendars and gather your group today for th is special celebration. Tickets\, priced at $195\, will go on sale August 15th\, with all proceeds going to Victoria Hospice.\n\n DTSTART:20251026T190000Z DTEND:20251026T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – MichaudMichaud Des ign DTSTAMP:20250801T170458Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3332-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n MichaudMichaud Design is a father-son collaboration roote d in over two decades of expertise\, where Denys Michaud’s refined craft smanship in gold and silver jewellery meets François-Xavier’s fresh per spective. Together\, they create bold\, expressive pieces. Their new Camel lia series exemplifies elegance in its simplicity and offers a subtle nod to the natural world.\n\n\n\n Image: Camellia Necklace by MichaudMichaud Design – Vermeil &\; Oxidized Sterling Silver\, 18 inches \n\n\n\n Vi ew MichaudMichaud Design's jewellery online: https://theavenuegallery.com /artists/jewellers/michaudmichaud/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250822 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250830 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Inside/Out(side) Show & Sale: Opening Reception DTSTAMP:20250731T222708Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3330-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Art Rental &\; Sales presents Inside/Out(side) Show &a mp\; Sale\, featuring artworks by Jennifer Forberg\, Ken Horn\, and Dallas Segno. Join us for the Opening Reception on Thursday\, September 18\, fro m 5-8pm for refreshments\, with artists in attendance. Admission to the Ma ssey Sales Gallery is always free! Inside/Out(side) runs from September 18 to November 2\, 2025. Image credit: Ken Horn\, Hens\, Moons and Rockets\, acrylic on canvas\, 30 x 24″. Courtesy of the artist. --- * Hours of op eration: Monday: Closed Tuesday: 10AM – 5PM Wednesday: 10AM – 5PM Thur sday: 10AM – 9PM Friday: 10AM – 5PM Saturday: 10AM – 5PM Sunday: 1 2PM – 5PM * Admission is always free for: • Visitors aged 25 and und er • AGGV Members • Indigenous Peoples • Support Workers Feel Free – Free Gallery Days Supported by TD Bank Group: Admission is free on th e first Saturday of the month from 10 am – 5 pm\, and every Thursday eve ning from 5 pm – 9 pm. *Accessibility: The Art Gallery of Greater Victor ia is committed to providing a welcoming and accessible destination for al l to enjoy. The main entrance is wheelchair accessible with a ramp on the left side of the entrance with no handrail. There is one set of power door s located at the left side of the entrance at the top of the ramp.\n\n\n DTSTART:20250919T000000Z DTEND:20250919T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Scattered Artists Summer Art Tour DTSTAMP:20250731T212712Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3329-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Scattered Artists Art Tour":broadland@xplornet .com DESCRIPTION:\n The Saanich Scattered Artists Summer Art Tour is taking p lace on August 23 - 24\, 2025\, 11 AM to 4 PM.. Eight locations hosting 25 artists. Enjoy a variety of art forms including original art in a wide va riety of mediums\, textiles\, jewelry\, pottery\, sculpture\, stained glas s\, woodwork\, art cards\, gourd art\, handmade knives &\; much more. A free self-guided market style event! Come peek into the studios and garde n settings. Enter to win a free gift basket or gift certificate!  Refresh ments\, &\; more!  For up-to-date information follow us on Instagram o r Facebook page.  Visit our website to find the map and view the artist p rofiles\n\n\n\n Come\, savour the marvels of 25 different makers' creativi ty\, meet the artists\, and enjoy the beautiful gardens on this tour. Rain or shine\, we look forward to sharing our joy! \n\n\n\n https://www.insta gram.com/scatteredartists/\n\n\n\n https://www.facebook.com/scatteredartis ts\n\n\n\n https://scatteredartists.ca/\n\n\n\n https://www.facebook.com/e vents/4353096755013679\n\n DTSTART:20250823T180000Z DTEND:20250823T230000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20250824T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Wild and the Cultivated art show and sale DTSTAMP:20250729T175006Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3327-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Arabella Young":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Exhibition Details: The Wild and the Cultivated is a col lective show and sale featuring the work of three artists across different mediums. With pottery by Sonia Lesage\, jewellery by Busted Button\, and paintings by Arabella Young\, these artists explore the wild and cultivate d world around us.\n\n \n\n Sonia creates earthy\, functional pottery with a soft\, west coast-inspired palette. Her simple forms and quiet designs reflect the subtle textures and rhythms of nature. Dot\, of Busted Button\ , makes unique jewellery using dried flowers and playful elements that cel ebrate local landscapes and gardens. Arabella paints both the wild beauty of Vancouver and Vancouver Island\, and florals cultivated from her own ga rden.\n\n \n\n Come visit this unique collaboration and experience the lat est work by these three artists.\n\n\n\n Participants: Arabella Young\, So nia Lesage\, &\; Dot Murray\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250808 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250815 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Richard Motchman DTSTAMP:20250725T173358Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3324-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Richard Motchman’s stunning nature paintings challenge traditional views\, drawing us into the delicate\, tangled beauty of Vanco uver Island's undergrowth. His work invites contemplation and a fresh appr eciation for the often unnoticed details of our world.\n\n\n\n Image: Fros ty Morning\, Goldstream by Richard Motchman – oil on panel\, 28 x 28 inc hes \n\n\n\n View Richard's paintings on The Avenue Gallery's website: ht tps://theavenuegallery.com/artists/painters/motchman-richard/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250814 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Andrea Roberts DTSTAMP:20250718T172015Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3323-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Andrea Roberts is a master goldsmith whose sculptural jew ellery reflects a deep connection to form\, texture\, and the innate beaut y of rare gemstones. Born and trained in Germany\, she graduated in 1989 f rom the renowned College for Goldsmiths in Pforzheim before relocating to Vancouver\, BC in 1996 to establish her studio. Her one-of-a-kind creation s are infused with a sense of timeless elegance. In 2004\, her work gained international recognition when a piece was commissioned by Governor Gener al of Canada Adrienne Clarkson as a gift of state for Queen Sonja of Norwa y.\n\n\n\n Image: Purple Reign Ring by Andrea Roberts – Sterling Silver\ , 18kt. Yellow Gold\, Amethyst\, size 8 ¼ \n\n\n\n View Andrea's jeweller y on The Avenue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/j ewellers/roberts-andrea/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250806 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250814 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:RESILIENCE DTSTAMP:20250714T191258Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3322-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Barb DeRousie":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n RESILIENCE - Solo Show by Katharine Geddes\n\n\n\n August 5-24\, 2025\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Gage Gallery Arts Collective\n\n\n\n 19 Ba stion Square\, Victoria\, BC\n\n\n\n Opening Reception Saturday\, August 9 \, 2025\, 3 - 6pm\n\n\n\n Hours: Tuesdays to Sundays\, 11am to 5pm\n\n\n\n “Living on Vancouver Island\, I am surrounded by diverse landscapes tha t continually inform my creative process. I explore the contrasts of destr uction and renewal—whether it’s the tangled beauty of an overgrown gar den\, fog rolling in over a harbour\, or wildflowers breaking through the cracks of urban sprawl. These moments speak to the resilience and strength inherent in nature\, themes that resonate deeply in my work.”      - Katharine Geddes\n\n DTSTART:20250805T180000Z DTEND:20250806T000000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20250824T000000;BYDAY=SU,TU,WE,TH,FR,SA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bowker Creek Brush-Up - 25th Anniversary Art Show and Sale DTSTAMP:20250709T175255Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3318-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Artists":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n At Bowker Creek Walkway in Oak Bay\, between Armstrong Av enue and Hampshire Road \n\n\n\n Join over 50 artists on the shady banks of Bowker Creek Park in Oak Bay\, as they interact with the public while demonstrating their art. Enjoy paintings\, drawings\, ceramic artistry\, jewelry\, photography and more! This art event features well-known estab lished artists\, emerging artists\, and talented youth artists. Kids and the young at heart can try their hand at making art in the art booth p rovided by Recreation Oak Bay. Join us on this day for beautiful art\,  friendly artists and great food.\n\n DTSTART:20250810T180000Z DTEND:20250810T233000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Angela Morgan DTSTAMP:20250710T181654Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3320-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Dive into Angela Morgan's world where colour\, pattern\, and line dance together on canvas! From the exuberance of celebration\, to the wistfulness of summer's end\, Angela's paintings are a vibrant ode to the human spirit.\n\n\n\n Image: Set Your Alarm by Angela Morgan – oil on canvas\, 24 x 48 inches\n\n\n\n View Angela Morgan's paintings on The Avenue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/painters/m organ-angela/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250729 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250806 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victoria Symphony presents Symphony SPLASH! DTSTAMP:20250710T165718Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3319-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="MPMG":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Victoria Symphony announces Symphony SPLASH!\, August 2 & amp\; 3\, 2025.\n\n \n\n Victoria Symphony announces the return and expans ion of its cherished summer concert event\, Symphony SPLASH!\, in celebrat ion of the organization’s 85th anniversary\, at Victoria’s Inner Harbo ur\, August 2 &\; 3\, 2025. Returning after a five-year hiatus\, the tw o-day event will feature four live orchestral performances on the Inner Ha rbour’s iconic barge stage from Victoria Symphony and The National Youth Orchestra of Canada\, with special guest performers: JUNO-nominated Indig enous singer-songwriters Celeigh Cardinal and Shawnee Kish\, and BC Hall o f Fame percussionist Sal Ferreras and his Latin Jazz Sextet\, with Cuban v ocalist Adonis Puentes. The free\, all-ages event will also offer a pletho ra of activities throughout the Inner Harbour\, including a family zone\, community stage performances\, and local food and beverage vendors\, culmi nating in a grand final with fireworks on the evening of August 3. For spe ctators looking for reserved seating\, Symphony SPLASH! will offer a limit ed number of reserved Grandstand seats\, located directly across from the B.C. Legislature. Patrons can also pre-purchase picnic boxes from L’Aper o Wine and Cheese Bistro for $25 with $5 from each box donated to the Vict oria Symphony. For full Symphony SPLASH! program details and to purchase r eserved Grandstand seats and L’Apero Wine and Cheese Bistro picnic boxes \, please visit victoriasymphony.ca\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250802 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250804 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Derek Kasper DTSTAMP:20250704T183640Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3317-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Derek Kasper was first introduced to ceramics at the Univ ersity of Regina in the early 1970s. His lifelong fascination with the int erplay of texture and shadow has inspired a wealth of intricate designs. E ach piece evokes the rhythms of nature through fluid forms and nuanced det ail\, offering a distinct narrative that reflects Derek’s refined artist ry and deep connection to the natural world.\n\n\n\n Image: Dappled Sun\, Drifting Petals by Derek Kasper – Porcelain\, 12.5 x 8 inches\n\n\n\n Vi ew Derek's ceramics online: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/ceramici sts/kasper-derek/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250721 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250729 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Crikey! Candid\, Comic\, Unexpected—Street-Inspired Photos & Art  DTSTAMP:20250629T143338Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3316-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Barb DeRousie":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Clare Palmer and Anne McCarthy use photography as a start ing point for a fresh perspective on everyday life.  This unusual mix of street photography and digital art encourages viewers to reconsider what t hey see through humour\, irony\, and unexpected details.   \n\n\n\n Rece ption: Saturday\, July 19\, 3-5 pm.  \n\n\n\n Victoria’s one and only Gage Gallery Arts Collective is excited to present Crikey!\, a bold new ph oto-based show featuring original works by Gage members Clare Palmer and A nne McCarthy.   \n\n\n\n This is the first time these two artists are e xhibiting together.  As the only two photography - based artists at the G age\, they have found that their work complements each other and enhances creative exploration.  Crikey! developed from Clare and Anne walking and talking through the streets of Victoria with their cameras.  Each artist brings her unique perspective to the exhibition. \n\n\n\n Clare Palmer m ainly works in street photography and mixed media. She loves to look up an d around as she walks\; capturing unexpected textures and zeroing in on od dities. Her photography has minimal editing\, so the rawness stands out.   Clare says\, “I’m inspired by the street\, the natural world and m y life experiences.  My goal is to invite you\, the viewer\, to enter the image and explore it with me.” \n\n\n\n Anne McCarthy's digital works incorporate her own photography into digital art using Photoshop. This is a continuation of work done in the late 70’s when she used non-silver ph otographic methods and acrylic paint. She works primarily with Adobe digit al tools.  \n\n\n\n Gage Gallery\, 19 Bastion Square\, Victoria\n\n\n\n Hours: Tuesdays to Sundays\, 11:00 to 17:00\n\n\n\n Web: gagegallery.ca\n\ n\n\n Phone:250-592-2760 \n\n DTSTART:20250715T180000Z DTEND:20250716T000000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20250803T000000;BYDAY=SU,TU,WE,TH,FR,SA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pride Festival in the park 2025 DTSTAMP:20250627T234402Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3315-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Pride Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join us for an afternoon of Pride Festivities! The ground s will open at 11 AM\, with a quieter atmosphere\, and all vendors will be open and available for those who would like to enjoy the festival with le ss stimulation. This year\, the festival will end at 6 PM to let our hard- working volunteers and team enjoy the day! \n\n\n\n Get ready for fabulou s drag performers\, DJs\, and a host of other talented performers! We will showcase over 130 vendors and a large food court with some of your favour ite local eats. We have an alcoholic bar and a sober bar that will be mixi ng up some special non-alcoholic beverages and mocktails! \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20250706T180000Z DTEND:20250707T010000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victoria Pride Parade 2025 DTSTAMP:20250627T233328Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3314-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Pride Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n It’s time to show your Pride! This large\, colourful pa rade—with as many as 140 entries and 70\,000+ spectators—is a timeless symbol of queer liberation! Join us for a family friendly day of communit y\, music and celebration. \n\n\n\n We can’t wait to see you there!\n\n \n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20250706T180000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Memorial Drag Ball Game DTSTAMP:20250627T231623Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3312-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Pride Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The Memorial Drag Ball Game began in 1994\, born from a d esire to find solace and joy during a time of immense loss. A group of fri ends (many of them drag performers) came together in the shadow of the HIV /AIDS crisis\, seeking a moment of relief from grief and politics through something seemingly simple: a ball game.\n\n\n\n Now attracting up to 1\,0 00 spectators\, the Memorial Drag Ball Game has become a vibrant event whe re people gather to embrace unity\, revel in absurdity\, and celebrate dra g culture at its most joyful. This is more than just a day. It's a moment where we can come together for the love of community\, and for the love of drag.\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20250701T190000Z DTEND:20250701T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pride in the Word DTSTAMP:20250627T232507Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3313-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Pride Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join us for a night of captivating Queer Literary Reading s from 7:30 - 10:30 PM\, with doors opening at 6:30 PM.\n\n\n\n An Evening of Queer Literature! Pride in the Word brings together 2SLGBTQIA+ writers from across the province to discuss their work\, their path as openly que er creators\, and readings of their most recent publications. A fantastic opportunity for emerging writers\, literary allies\, and those looking to connect with the pride community away from the dance floor! We so look for ward to seeing you there!\n\n\n\n We are thrilled to welcome Tanya Boteju and Ivan Coyote who will be presenting their work for our community audien ce. \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20250704T013000Z DTEND:20250704T053000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery - Feature Artist - Bayot Heer DTSTAMP:20250627T182640Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3311-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Bayot Heer’s elegant\, timeless jewellery designs are i mbued with a European sensibility. Bayot considers working with precious m etals and gemstones a rare privilege that comes with the responsibility to honour these materials with lasting designs. In this context\, he is ofte n reminded of the Italian inspired slow food movement – being mindful of earth’s resources we are trusted with. Bayot strives to live up to this excellent quote by Piet Hein\; “true design asks one thing of us: to un cover what it covers.”\n\n\n\n Image: Aquamarine &\; Diamond Ring by Bayot Heer\, size 8.25\, 18kt. White Gold\, 18kt. Rose Gold\, 0.98ct Aquam arine\, 0.04ct Baguette Diamond\n\n\n\n View Bayot's jewellery on The Aven ue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/jewellers/heer -bayot/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250713 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250721 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Batter Up for Compassionate Care! Victoria Harbour Cats - Vi ctoria Hospice DTSTAMP:20250624T192908Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3310-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Hospice Society":broadland@xplornet.c om DESCRIPTION:\n Join us for a night of fun\, community spirit\, baseball and fireworks — all in support of Victoria Hospice!\n\n\n\n Victoria Hos pice is excited to team up with the Harbour Cats for a special fundraisi ng night at the ballpark. When you purchase your game ticket through our w ebsite\, a portion of each ticket sold goes directly to support compassio nate end-of-life care in our community.\n\n\n\n Enjoy an exciting evening of Harbour Cats baseball\, capped off with a spectacular post-game firewo rks show — all while helping ensure that patients and families in Greate r Victoria receive the care and comfort they need\, when it matters most.\ n\n\n\n Game Details:\n\n Date: July 12\, 6:35pm\n\n Location: Royal Athl etic Park\n\n Tickets: $20.00\n\n\n\n You’ll also see some familiar fac es at the game — our amazing Victoria Hospice staff and volunteers will be selling 50/50 tickets throughout the evening! Proceeds from the draw will go toward supporting the vital services we provide.\n\n\n\n Bring you r friends\, family and coworkers! Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just in it for the hot dogs\, every ticket helps make a difference.\n\n\n\n Let ’s fill the stands with hospice supporters and hit a home run for compas sionate care!\n\n DTSTART:20250713T013000Z DTEND:20250713T043000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:A Brush With Greatness DTSTAMP:20250623T035554Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3309-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Jude Woodland":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n An eclectic collection of art from established local arti sts.\n\n DTSTART:20250711T170000Z DTEND:20250717T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:A Brush With Greatness DTSTAMP:20250623T034850Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3308-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Jude Woodland":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n An eclectic collection of art from established local arti sts.\n\n DTSTART:20250711T170000Z DTEND:20250717T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Tanya Bone DTSTAMP:20250619T214538Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3307-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n We are delighted to present beautiful\, new bird painting s by Tanya Bone\, an artist inspired by nature's most exquisite moments. H er unique ability to capture the serene beauty of birds brings each subjec t to life with remarkable realism and grace.\n\n\n\n Image attached: Yello w-Rumped Warbler by Tanya Bone – Oil on Cotton Canvas\, 5 x 7 inches\n\n \n\n View Tanya Bone's paintings on The Avenue Gallery's website: https:/ /theavenuegallery.com/artists/painters/bone-tanya/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250705 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250713 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Social Enterprise Bootcamp DTSTAMP:20250618T181322Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3306-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Jesa Harrison":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Have a social enterprise idea\, but not sure how to launch?\n \n \n \n Join Scale Institute and theDock Centre for Social Impact for a two-day\, in-person Social Enterprise Bootcamp designed s pecifically for early-stage changemakers. This hands-on workshop is for no n-profits\, community organizations\, and purpose-driven teams that have a n idea for a social enterprise but haven’t yet launched.\n \n\n \n Over two full days\, we’ll work through the critical ea rly-stage building blocks to test and shape your concept\, assess feasibil ity\, and build a realistic plan for what comes next. Whether you’re con sidering a new earned revenue stream or building a business to address a s ocial\, environmental\, or cultural challenge\, this bootcamp will help yo u clarify the opportunity and chart your next steps.\n \n\n \n What we’ll cover:\n \n\n \n Day 1: July 17 – Exploring Market Fit\n \n\n \n \n W hat is your idea?\n \n \n What problem does it so lve?\n \n \n Who needs this solution?\n \ n \n Who will pay for this?\n \n \n How big is the market for your idea?\n \n \n\n \ n Day 2: July 18 – Building the Foundation\n \n\n \n \n What is your desired impact?\n \n \ n How can you test and pilot your idea?\n \n \n What is the best governance and legal structure?\n \n \n What resources do you need to launch and operate?\n \n \n What is the plan to get to launch?\n \n \n\n \n You’ll leave with more confidence in your i dea\, a toolkit to begin testing it\, and a roadmap to move from concept t o action.\n \n\n \n Who Should Attend:\n \n\n \n \n Non-profits exploring social enterprise as a strategy\n \n \n Early-stage teams with a conce pt but no business yet\n \n \n Entrepreneurs inte rested in testing an idea before launch\n \n \n C ommunity leaders designing solutions to local challenges\n \n \n\n \n Event Details:\n\n 📍 theDock Centre f or Social Impact\, Victoria\, BC\n\n 📅 July 17–18\, 2025\n\n 🕘 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily\n\n 💵 $500 per person / $250 for additional participants from the same organization\n \n\n \n Registration is for both days.\n \n\n \n Your Facilitators:\n \n\n \n \n Kri sti Fairholm Mader – Managing Director\, Thrive Impact Fund &\; Scal e Institute Society. A seasoned social enterprise practitioner and co-foun der of Scale Collaborative\, Kristi has helped launch and grow numerous im pact-driven ventures.\n \n \n Joanna Buczkowska-M cCumber – Board Chair\, Scale Institute &\; Chief Impact Strategist at Ideas for Impact. Joanna brings a wealth of experience in social impact innovation and building purposeful business models that address today’s pressing challenges.\n \n \n\n \n By the en d of this bootcamp\, you’ll:\n \n\n \n \n Understand your market and customer needs\n \n \n Have tested your assumptions and refined your model\n \n \n Know what’s feasible\, and what’s not\n \n \n Be better equipped to choose the right legal and governance structure\n \n \n Have a staged action plan to pi lot and move toward launch\n \n \n\n \n Brin g your idea. We’ll bring the experience\, tools\, and guidance to help y ou take the next step toward impact.\n \n\n \n Get y our tickets here:  https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/social-enterprise-bootcam p-tickets-1363668462079 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n DTSTART:20250717T160000Z DTEND:20250719T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Opening Reception: BIPOC Teen Art Residency Show DTSTAMP:20250617T231044Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3305-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join us for the Opening Reception for the BIPOC Teen Art Residency Show.\n\n\n\n Over the past six months\, teen artists have colla borated with local contemporary BIPOC artists who work in various mediums. Their work engages with and expands upon the Gallery’s exhibitions\, of fering fresh viewpoints on the AGGV collections.\n\n\n\n Included with AGG V admission.\n\n\n\n The BIPOC Teen Art Residency is generously funded by RBC Emerging Artist Project\n\n DTSTART:20250628T210000Z DTEND:20250628T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:v=d/t [velocity equals distance over time] DTSTAMP:20250615T230211Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3304-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Deluge/Antimatter":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Rebecca Barten | Michael Bucuzzo | Alex MacKenzie | Ju lia Rose Petrocelli\n\n\n\n A program of artists' moving image works engag ing with concepts of escape velocity: traceries of transition\, anticipati on of arrival\, preempting the past. In a period of perpetual fright\, the se four films choose flight—kidnapping themselves through documents of d eparture and manifest motion. Abstracted tarmac markings and highway resid ue join hijacked collage and appropriated advertising: runways and runaway s in search of time and distance from the everyday world. \n\n\n\n Dusk t o dawn in the gallery transom window and 24/7 at http://deluge.ca\n\n\n\n\ n DTSTART:20250621T023000Z DTEND:20250719T103000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victoria Baroque Presents Bach & Telemann at Goward House DTSTAMP:20250613T184632Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3303-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Soile Stratkauskas":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Bach &\; Telemann at Goward House\n Saturday\, June 28 at 2:30pm\n\n Enjoy the Goward House grounds starting at 1:30pm\; doors o pen at 2:00pm\n\n Goward House\, 2495 Arbutus Road\n \n Come enjoy an afte rnoon of music at beautiful Goward House in Cadboro Bay. Paul Luchkow\,  Mieka Michaux\, Christina Mahler and Christina Hutten will present a c hamber music concert including arrangements of organ trio sonatas by Bach\ , and \"Saturday\" from a set of suites that Telemann called \"Melodic Jok es\"\, which he created as entertainment for the spa town Bad Pyrmont. The concert will be indoors to protect the instruments and shield you from th e weather. But if the weather is fine\, plan to spend a little extra tim e enjoying the shady lawn and the restored woodland at Goward House. \n\n \n\n Tickets: www.victoria-baroque.com\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20250628T213000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lekwungen: Place to Smoke Herring DTSTAMP:20250612T194908Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3302-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n A film by Brianna Bear and Eli Hirtle.\n\n\n\n Our film\,  Lekwungen: Place to Smoke Herring\, was collaboratively created in order to share a brief history and overview of the Lekwungen territory\; the la nd we work\, live and play on. We want to centre the Indigenous knowledge of\, connections to\, and responsibility for these lands. Our hope is that this film will help people gain a deeper understanding of and respect for the culture\, language\, traditions and history of this territory\, which have been nearly erased and under attack in many ways since first contact with Europeans\, and subsequent settlement of this area.\n\n\n\n To show how the territory and people of this land are still thriving\, we intervie wed Songhees community members Cheryl Bryce\, Joan Morris\, and Skip\, But ch and Bradley Dick\, so they could share their knowledge\, stories\, and teachings about the lands and waters\, which are now known by its colonial name\, Victoria. As Butch Dick says in the film\, “The most important t hing you can do is learn as much as you can about Lekwungen people\, becau se this is our land.” _Brianna Bear and Eli Hirtle.\n\n\n\n Image Credit s: Brianna Bear and Eli Hirtle\, Lekwungen: Place to Smoke Herring\, still s\, 2018\, 4k single-channel video. Courtesy of the Artists.\n\n\n\n  \n\ n\n\n \n *Hours of operation: \n \n\n \n Monday: Closed\n \n\n \n Tuesd ay: 10AM – 5PM\n \n\n \n Wednesday: 10AM – 5PM\n \n\n \n Thursday: 1 0AM – 9PM\n \n\n \n Friday: 10AM – 5PM\n \n\n \n Saturday: 10AM – 5PM\n \n\n \n Sunday: 12PM – 5PM\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n *Admission is always free for:\n \n\n \n • Visitors aged 25 and under\n \n\n \n • AGGV Members\n \n\n \n • Indigenous Peoples\n \n\n \n • Support Wor kers\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Feel Free – Free Gallery Days Supported by TD Bank Group: \n \n\n \n Admission is free on the first Saturday of the month from 10 am – 5 pm\, and every Thursday evening from 5 pm – 9 pm .\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n *Accessibility: \n \n\n \n The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is committed to providing a welcoming and accessible dest ination for all to enjoy. The main entrance is wheelchair accessible with a ramp on the left side of the entrance with no handrail. There is one set of power doors located at the left side of the entrance at the top of the ramp.\n \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20250618T170000Z DTEND:20251020T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Vance Theoret DTSTAMP:20250612T175646Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3301-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Vance Theoret allows the stone to guide his creative proc ess\, trusting it to reveal what it is meant to become. This intuitive app roach highlights the natural colours and patterns in ways that planned des igns often cannot. While he takes his work seriously\, a touch of playfuln ess in his character brings a unique charm to his sculptures.\n\n\n\n Imag e: Cinnamon Swirls by Vance Theoret – Brazilian Soapstone\, Indian Soaps tone (base)\, 7 x 4.5 x 6 inches\n\n\n\n View Vance's sculptures on The Av enue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/sculptors/th eoret-vance/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250627 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250705 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Meryl McMaster: Bloodline DTSTAMP:20250610T231103Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3300-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Meryl McMaster: Bloodline is a survey exhibition of a rem arkable Canadian artist whose pioneering large-scale photographic works re flect her mixed Plains Cree/Métis\, Dutch\, and British ancestry. This ex hibition looks back to McMaster’s past accomplishments and brings us up to date on her current explorations of family histories\, in particular th ose of her Plains Cree female forebears from the Red Pheasant Cree Nation in present day Saskatchewan.\n \n Exhibition runs from June 18 to October 26\, 2025.\n \n To learn more visit  https://aggv.ca/exhibits/upcoming/m eryl-mcmaster/ \n \n Image credit: Meryl McMaster (b. 1988) Anima\, 2012\ , Digital Chromogenic Print\, 91.4 x 91.4 cm. Image courtesy of the artist \, Stephen Bulger Gallery\, and Pierre-François Ouellette art contemporai n.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n *Hours of operation: \n\n Monday: Closed\n\n Tuesday: 10AM – 5PM\n\n Wednesday: 10AM – 5PM\n\n Thursday: 1 0AM – 9PM\n\n Friday: 10AM – 5PM\n\n Saturday: 10AM – 5PM\n\n Sunday: 12PM – 5PM\n\n \n\n *Admission is always free for:\n\n • Visitors aged 25 and under\n\n • AGGV Members\n\n • Indig enous Peoples\n\n • Support Workers\n\n \n\n *Accessibility:\n\ n The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is committed to providing a welco ming and accessible destination for all to enjoy. The main entrance is whe elchair accessible with a ramp on the left side of the entrance with no ha ndrail. There is one set of power doors located at the left side of the en trance at the top of the ramp.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n DTSTART:20250618T170000Z DTEND:20251020T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Esquimalt Urban Arts Tour DTSTAMP:20250605T232219Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3299-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Township Arts Council":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join us for the 6th annual Esquimalt Urban Arts Tour!\n\n \n\n Free 1-day self-guided tour\, featuring dozens of local artists in 27 properties throughout Esquimalt.\n \n View the event map bit.ly/4dJOH9u a nd plan your tour route.\n \n Walk\, bike\, bus or drive through charming neighbourhoods and visit the tour stops that suit your interests. Artists and hosts will be on-site\, giving you a chance to connect and learn. Artw ork will be available for purchase.\n \n Spend the day outside and explore private gardens while meeting artists\, hosts and gardeners. RSVP for eve nt updates and visit our website townshiparts.org/urban-arts-tour for full details.\n \n We're looking for volunteers to help on event day!\n \n Ple ase follow these links if you're interested in helping with:\n General eve nt assistance forms.gle/oPLCnPiy5pv5LA5u9\n Live Music forms.gle/jfvwe1zBb D5Aa4id6\n Photography forms.gle/mzv4e3jVLUEboMua8\n Event set-up/take dow n forms.gle/9SMChMvYBTAefzwC7\n \n We hope to see you on the tour!\n\n\n\n \n DTSTART:20250705T180000Z DTEND:20250705T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chasing the Light ~ Solo Exhibition ~ Carol Bednarski Fine A rt DTSTAMP:20250604T235958Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3298-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Carol Bednarski":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n This week-long exhibit is open daily at the ArtSea Galler y in beautiful Tulista Park\, Sidney. Artist Carol Bednarski presents a st riking collection of vibrant and bold works. Her landscapes\, seascapes\, and florals are painted in her distinctive style\, featuring expressive br ushwork\, palette knife techniques\, and a fearless use of color. In addit ion to original paintings for sale\, Fine Art Giclée Prints and art cards will also be available. The artist will be in attendance daily from 10 a. m. to 4 p.m. and looks forward to welcoming visitors.\n\n\n\n https://www. carolbednarski.com/collections/186732\n\n DTSTART:20250613T170000Z DTEND:20250619T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:For the Love of Roses - Exhibition of Rose paintings at Art Sea Gallery in July DTSTAMP:20250603T214936Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3297-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Haigh":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n  Artsea Gallery in Tulista Park at 9565 Fifth St in Sidn ey\,  will be alive with the wonder of roses July 18 -24\, when Salt Spri ng Island artist Susan Haigh presents a solo show titled ‘For the Love o f Roses’. This is a retrospective exhibition of Rose paintings spanning 20 years. From the very much larger than life ‘Rosa Grande’ at 48” x 36” to an intimate 8” x 8” painting on canvas called ‘Preciou s’\, the show will celebrate the beauty of the rose. There will be an op ening reception July 18 from 4:30 until 6:30. The artist will also be in a ttendance at the gallery 10 am to 4pm each day.\n\n\n\n Well known for her vibrant flower paintings on canvas using oils or acrylics\, Susan Haigh ’s studio is filled with paintings that celebrate flowers and other curi osities of nature. Last July Haigh presented a beautiful solo show titled ‘Constant Miracles’ at  ArtSea Gallery. This was a more varied collec tion of the wonders of the plant world but for 2025 her show will spotligh t some of the amazing roses that have called out to her to be painted. Thi s encompasses the flower’s life from rose buds to rose hips. With a step outside reality she also created ‘The Sun Rose’ a landscape imagining the surprise and wonder of the day the sun rose and it was a giant yellow rose. Susan Haigh paints to celebrate the beautiful idiosyncrasies of pla nts\, their joyful colours and exotic forms. Her compositions flow lusciou sly and her paintings delight. \n\n DTSTART:20250718T170000Z DTEND:20250724T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Harbour Blues 'n Roots Festival Day Three DTSTAMP:20250602T215307Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3296-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Featuring local and international artists in Victoria's I nner Harbour\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Free to attend performances during the day \, ticketed event at night. Toronto-based 7-piece supergroup Bywater Call mixes southern soul\, blues\, and roots music with the passion to create a powerful and moving experience for listeners. Shows have been praised by European media for years\, with lead singer Meghan Parnell lauded as one o f the best female voices in blues and roots today. The band has also recei ved multiple Independent Blues and Canadian Maple Blues Award nominations including “Entertainer\, Electric Act\,” and “Best Female Vocalist ” for the 2024 Awards Season. Their newest album\, Shepherd (2024)\, has garnered rave reviews\, and was selected as the “Blues Album of the Y ear” by the UK’s Classic Rock Magazine. With elements of jam band\, tr aditional blues\, soul\, and rock and roll\, touches of New Orleans\, Alab ama\, and small-town Ontario\, influences from The Band\, Duane Allman\, A retha Franklin\, Otis Redding\, Black Crowes\, and the Tedeschi Trucks Ban d\, and gritty\, raw\, emotional vocals\, Bywater Call strikes to the core .\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Opening for this evening will be Victoria swing band Slim Sandy’s Atomic Cocktails.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n \n ALL THREE NIGHTS f or $99!\n \n\n \n Available Through:\n \n\n \n VJS Office (250-388-4423 / 975A Alston St.) No Service Charges\n \n\n \n Royal &\; McPherson B ox Office (250-386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca) Service Charges Apply\n \n\n DTSTART:20250824T190000Z DTEND:20250825T050000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Harbour Blues 'n Roots Festival Day Two DTSTAMP:20250602T215006Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3295-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Featuring local and international artists in Victoria's I nner Harbour\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Free to attend performances during the day \, ticketed event at night. Alligator Records’ American electric blues v ocalist Shemekia Copeland possesses one of the most instantly recognizable and deeply soulful roots music voices of our time. Daughter of the late b lues legend Johnny Copeland\, the multi-GRAMMY nominee is honored worldwid e for the fearlessness\, honesty and humor of her revelatory songs. Her la test Alligator Records release\, Blame It On Eve\, came out in 2024. She ’s sung with Bonnie Raitt\, Keith Richards\, Carlos Santana\, Dr. John\, James Cotton and more\, and has shared a bill with The Rolling Stones\, B .B. King\, Mick Jagger\, Buddy Guy\, Trombone Shorty\, Gary Clark\, Jr. an d more. She has showcased on PBS’s Austin City Limits\, and was featured in a six-minute story on the PBS News Hour. In April 2022\, she performed at the United Nations General Assembly Hall to a worldwide audience of mi llions as part of International Jazz Day celebrations. Don’t miss her Vi ctoria debut at Harbour Blues ‘n Roots Festival 2025!\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Opening for this evening will be Nanaimo’s up-and-coming blues-rocking collective James Vickers Band.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n ALL THREE NIGHTS for $99!\n \n\n \n Availab le Through:\n \n\n \n VJS Office (250-388-4423 / 975A Alst on St.) No Service Charges\n \n\n \n Royal &\; McPhers on Box Office (250-386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca) Service Charges Apply\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Report Event\n \n \n  \n \n \n Download Event\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Ship Point\, Wharf St\, Victoria\, British \n \n \n \n \n \n\n DTSTART:20250823T190000Z DTEND:20250824T050000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Harbour Blues 'n Roots Festival: Bywater Call plus Slim Sand y's Atomic Cocktails DTSTAMP:20250602T183436Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3294-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Toronto-based 7-piece supergroup Bywater Call mixes sou thern soul\, blues\, and roots music with the passion to create a powerful and moving experience for listeners. Shows have been praised by European media for years\, with lead singer Meghan Parnell lauded as one of the b est female voices in blues and roots today. The band has also received mul tiple Independent Blues and Canadian Maple Blues Award nominations includi ng “Entertainer\, Electric Act\,” and “Best Female Vocalist” for t he 2024 Awards Season. Their newest album\, Shepherd (2024)\, has garner ed rave reviews\, and was selected as the “Blues Album of the Year” by the UK’s Classic Rock Magazine. With elements of jam band\, traditional blues\, soul\, and rock and roll\, touches of New Orleans\, Alabama\, and small-town Ontario\, influences from The Band\, Duane Allman\, Aretha Fra nklin\, Otis Redding\, Black Crowes\, and the Tedeschi Trucks Band\, and g ritty\, raw\, emotional vocals\, Bywater Call strikes to the core.\n\n\n\n Opening for this evening will be Victoria swing band Slim Sandy’s Atom ic Cocktails.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n TICKETS\n\n\n\n On sale Friday\, May 30!\ n\n\n\n https://www.rmts.bc.ca/production-detail-pages/2025/bywater-call/\ n\n\n\n $42\n\n\n\n ALL THREE NIGHTS for $99!\n\n\n\n Available Through:\n \n\n\n VJS Office (250-388-4423 / 975A Alston St.) No Service Charges\n\n \n\n Royal &\; McPherson Box Office (250-386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca) Servic e Charges Apply\n\n DTSTART:20250825T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Harbour Blues 'n Roots Festival: Shemekia Copeland plus Jame s Vickers Band DTSTAMP:20250602T183040Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3293-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Alligator Records’ American electric blues vocalist Sh emekia Copeland possesses one of the most instantly recognizable and deep ly soulful roots music voices of our time. Daughter of the late blues lege nd Johnny Copeland\, the multi-GRAMMY nominee is honored worldwide for the fearlessness\, honesty and humor of her revelatory songs. Her latest Alli gator Records release\, Blame It On Eve\, came out in 2024. She’s sung with Bonnie Raitt\, Keith Richards\, Carlos Santana\, Dr. John\, James Cot ton and more\, and has shared a bill with The Rolling Stones\, B.B. King\, Mick Jagger\, Buddy Guy\, Trombone Shorty\, Gary Clark\, Jr. and more. Sh e has showcased on PBS’s Austin City Limits\, and was featured in a six -minute story on the PBS News Hour. In April 2022\, she performed at the United Nations General Assembly Hall to a worldwide audience of millions as part of International Jazz Day celebrations. Don’t miss her Victoria debut at Harbour Blues ‘n Roots Festival 2025!\n\n\n\n Opening for this evening will be Nanaimo’s up-and-coming blues-rocking collective James Vickers Band.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n TICKETS\n\n\n\n https://www.rmts.bc.ca/pr oduction-detail-pages/2025/shemekia-copeland/\n\n\n\n On sale Friday\, May 30!\n\n\n\n $42\n\n\n\n ALL THREE NIGHTS for $99!\n\n\n\n Available Throu gh:\n\n\n\n VJS Office (250-388-4423 / 975A Alston St.) No Service Charge s\n\n\n\n Royal &\; McPherson Box Office (250-386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca) S ervice Charges Apply\n\n DTSTART:20250824T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Harbour Blues 'n Roots Festival: The Harpoonist And The Axe Murderer plus Wet Future DTSTAMP:20250602T182512Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3292-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n One of Canada’s most incendiary live propositions\, Th e Harpoonist &\; The Axe Murderer are relentless touring artists known for their high-energy performances. Shawn “Harpoonist” Hall vocals/ harmonica and Matthew “Axe Murderer” Rogers guitar/bass/foot percu ssion released Apocalipstick in 2017\, the follow up to 2014’s widely acclaimed A Real Fine Mess\, which was nominated for “Blues Album of t he Year” at the 2015 Juno Awards and earned the band the win for “Blue s Album of the Year” and “Alternative Album of the Year” at the 20 15 WCMA’s. Famous for gritty\, blues-rock grooves framed by psychedelic landscapes and world-ending jam-outs\, this top Canadian blues band has sh ared the stage with Mother Mother\, Taj Mahal\, Booker T Jones\, and Seren a Ryder. In 2021\, they released Live at the King Eddy\, delivering good vibes\, rock\, groove\, and soul in abundance. With their last play at Va ncouver Island Blues Bash in 2017\, catch their return at this year’s Ha rbour Blues ‘n Roots Festival!\n\n\n\n Opening for this evening will be Victoria’s high-octane alt-blues/rock group Wet Future.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\ n\n TICKETS\n\n\n\n On sale Friday\, May 30!\n\n\n\n $42\n\n\n\n ALL THREE NIGHTS for $99!\n\n\n\n Available Through:\n\n\n\n VJS Office (250-388-44 23 / 975A Alston St.) No Service Charges\n\n\n\n Royal &\; McPherson B ox Office (250-386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca) Service Charges Apply\n\n DTSTART:20250823T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ROOTS: MIXED MEDIA ART INSPIRED BY NATURE DTSTAMP:20250602T162253Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3291-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Barb DeRousie":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Venue: Gage Gallery Arts Collective\, 19 Bastion Square\, Victoria\, BC\n\n\n\n Dates: June 24 - July 13\, 2025\, Tuesdays to Sunda ys\, 11:00 to 17:00\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Come join us for an immersive exper ience at the Gage Gallery Arts Collective! Explore a diverse collection of mixed media art inspired by nature by Barb DeRousie with guest artists Ro yden Josephson and Don DeRousie. Let your senses be captivated by the intr icate details and vibrant colors. This event is a celebration of creativit y and the beauty of the natural world. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with art and nature in a unique way!\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Opening R eception: Saturday\, June 28\, 2025 from 1 - 3pm\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n We res pectfully acknowledge that this event takes place on the traditional\, unc eded territories of the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations.\n\n DTSTART:20250624T180000Z DTEND:20250625T000000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20250713T000000;BYDAY=SU,TU,WE,TH,FR,SA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Bob Leatherbarrow DTSTAMP:20250529T184137Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3290-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Bob Leatherbarrow’s unique sushi dishes are inspired by fish from around the world. Each piece is crafted by pressing a linocut p attern into glass powder\, firing at low temperatures\, and hand-painting details with transparent powders\, enamels\, micas\, lustres and dichro ex tract flakes. The finished fish are then fired onto the base glass and in a subsequent firing. The edges are coldworked to a crisp\, flat edge and t hen all slumped to the same shape. Finished with glass legs\, these dishes combine beauty and functionality.\n\n\n\n View Bob's glass collection on The Avenue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/glazie rs/leatherbarrow-bob/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250619 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250627 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Book Launch with Brian Thomas Isaac DTSTAMP:20250524T191249Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3288-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Munro's Books":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n \n Join us as BRIAN THOMAS ISAAC discus ses his new book Bones of a Giant- the much-anticipated sequel to his awar d-winning\, bestselling debut\, All The Quiet Places--with CBC's Kathryn M arlow!\n \n\n \n In this highly anticipated follow-up to his brilliant first novel\, Isaac maps a haunting return to the Okanagan Indian Reserve through the eyes of a teenager growing up on the reservation. Written wit h deep compassion\, insight and a masterful eye for character and detail\, Bones of a Giant shines through as a coming-of-age novel\, a celebration of Indigenous resilience\, and a haunting yet tender reclamation of narrat ives erased in mainstream history.\n \n\n \n One of the most authentic voices among Indigenous authors in Canada today\, Brian Thomas Isaac's be stselling debut All the Quiet Places won an Indigenous Voices Award\, was a finalist for the Governor General’s Literary Award for Fiction\, and w as longlisted for both the Scotiabank Giller Prize and CBC’s Canada Read s.\n \n \n\n\n DTSTART:20250604T020000Z DTEND:20250604T033000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Book Launch with Moira Dann DTSTAMP:20250524T191025Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3287-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Munro's Books":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Please join us to celebrate the launch of Moira Dann's FA T CAMP SUMMER!\n\n\n\n Equal parts powerful memoir and journalistic invest igation into the problem of chronic obesity\, Moira Dann's new book tackle s issues common to overweight children\, including bullying\, peer pressur e\, parental judgement and body-image issues. Former editor of the Globe & amp\; Mail's Facts and Arguments page\, Dann's vulnerable\, amusing and po ignant account of her personal experience creates a vital space for discus sion of one of the most misunderstood health issues of our time.\n\n\n DTSTART:20250528T020000Z DTEND:20250528T033000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Towards Watershed Sustainability: A Cowichan Story DTSTAMP:20250524T063854Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3286-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Ian Graeme":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join The Friends of Bowker Creek Society Annual General M eeting. Guest Speaker Tom Rutherford of the Cowichan Watershed Board will be sharing his insights on watershed sustainability\, community empowermen t and salmon recovery. The Society will also provide some project updates and plans for the coming year.  Everyone welcome!\n\n DTSTART:20250529T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Becky Holuk DTSTAMP:20250523T174254Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3285-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Calgary-based artist Becky Holuk creates vibrant painting s that celebrate the beauty and intricacy of the natural world. With a bac kground in graphic design and a Visual Communication degree from the Alber ta College of Art and Design\, she brings a keen eye for composition and d etail to her fine art practice. Whether capturing the expressive forms of flowers or the energy of the outdoors\, Becky’s work invites viewers int o a joyful and contemplative connection with nature. Her distinct style tr ansforms everyday moments into vivid expressions of gratitude and wonder.\ n\n\n\n Image: 'Looking Out\, Looking In' by Becky Holuk\, acrylic on canv as\, 24 x 48 inches\n\n\n\n View Becky's paintings on The Avenue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/painters/holuk-becky/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250611 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250619 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Canadian Coast Guard Day DTSTAMP:20250516T163624Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3284-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Michelle Imbeau":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Canadian Coast Guard Day – public open house\n\n\n\n Sa turday\, June 7\, 2025 from 10am to 3pm\n\n\n\n CCG Victoria Base at 25 Hu ron Street\n\n\n\n Victoria\, BC\n\n\n\n Join us for Canadian Coast Guard Day on Saturday\, June 7.\n\n\n\n FREE family-friendly activities include: \n\n\n\n •            Tour a ship\, hovercraft and helic opter\n\n\n\n •            Watch live rescue demonstrat ions \n\n\n\n •            Learn about Search and Rescue\, ma rine communications\, spill response and more\n\n\n\n •             Visit displays and meet some of our officers\, crew and program specialists\n\n\n\n •            Discover our wide range of jobs at sea and onshore\n\n\n\n ** Closed-toed footwear is required for ve ssel tours.\n\n\n\n Food trucks and water bottle filling stations will be on-site. \n\n\n\n Parking: There are several paid parking options in the v icinity. \n\n DTSTART:20250607T170000Z DTEND:20250607T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fired Up! Contemporary Works in Clay -Annual Show and Sale DTSTAMP:20250515T194543Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3283-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Irene Ives":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n What is Fired Up?\n\n\n\n The first Fired Up! Contemporar y Works in Clay was started in 1984 by the renowned Robin Hopper and Judi Dyelle who brought together ceramic artists to highlight the many ways of working with clay and to promote the understanding and appreciation of cer amics as an art form. The show consistently offers an opportunity for the public to meet some of BC's best-known ceramics artists\, and to have firs t-hand access to their work. Since that first exhibition there have been a total of 28 members of the Fired Up! group. The current core group consis ts of artists from BC and Alberta who continue to produce and exhibit exci ting and innovative functional\, decorative and sculptural work: Vin Arora \, Alan Burgess\, Samantha Dickie\, Sandra Dolph\, Peter Flannagan\, Sandy Harquail\, Gordon Hutchens\, Cathi Jefferson\, Miera Mathison\, and Kinic hi Shigeno. Each year\, the group also invites various guest artists to ex hibit their work. This year\, 6 others will be joining the Fired Up! Membe rs: Bronwyn Arundel from Nanaimo\, Jackie Frioud from North Vancouver and Cortes Island\, Katriona Drijber from Crowsnest Pass Alberta\, Kristine Ag uilar from Vancouver\, Sarah Graeme from Denman Island\, and Irene Ives fr om Colwood.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Fired Up! 2025: “Atmospheric”\n\n\n\n T he annual Fired Up! -Contemporary Works in Clay event is a highlight of th e Canadian ceramics art scene. This year the theme is “Atmospheric” -e xploring all aspects of atmospheric firing methods: reduction gas\, wood\, salt and soda\, pit and barrel smoke firing\, saggar\, raku and obvara. C ontemporary atmospheric firing techniques yield remarkable surface effects \; vibrant and exciting designs and textures are imprinted on clay forms b y dancing flames and drafts carrying ash and fumes from combustibles such as salt\, soda\, coal\, gas\, wood\, sawdust\, leaves\, grass\, straw\, an d other organics. Because these are burning\, a reduction environment is c reated which starves the atmosphere of oxygen. This allows these fumes to interact with the glaze and oxides leaving chemical changes\, carbon traci ngs and ash deposits on the porous surfaces of the ware. The magic of atmo spheric firing is that it elicits varying responses depending on the chemi cal compounds within the combustibles and their interplay with heat\, redu ction\, oxidation\, time and the placement in the kiln. Each piece is uniq ue and though there are some broad practices for encouraging certain effec ts\, the results are largely random and unreproducible. It is true alchemy \, and in no other ceramic process is there a greater collaboration betwee n the clay\, the atmospheric conditions and the artist in achieving these one-of-a-kind results.\n\n\n\n For more information\, Please follow Fired Up! \n\n\n\n On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FiredUpWorksInClay/ \ n\n\n\n and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firedupworksinclay/ \n\n \n\n and visit their website: https://www.firedup.ca\n\n DTSTART:20250524T170000Z DTEND:20250526T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Minori Takagi DTSTAMP:20250515T180048Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3282-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Born in Shizuoka\, Japan\, Minori Takagi brings tradition al Japanese glasswork to life with a modern\, West Coast twist. Since movi ng to Vancouver in 2006\, she has developed a signature style of “wearab le art\,” blending ancient lampworking techniques with contemporary desi gn inspired by the city’s natural beauty. Her award-winning jewellery\, handcrafted from both soft and borosilicate glass\, is known for its elega nce\, resilience\, and radiant light-catching forms.\n\n\n\n Image: Dynast y Necklace (Amber) by Minori Takagi – Glass\, 14kt. Gold-Fill hook and e xtension chain\, Brass rings\, 19 - 21 inches\n\n\n\n View Minori's jewell ery online: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/jewellers/takagi-minori/ \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250603 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250611 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:GIOVANNI STARLING AND THE SEARCH FOR MOZART DTSTAMP:20250514T134545Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3281-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="GWTF":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n \n Join an exclusive and small group of Mozart enthusiasts as we unveil an exciting new theatre/opera cr eation designed for family audiences. Follow the journeys of a brilliant y oung starling named Gio as he travels through modern-day Prague searching for the genius he hopes can bring harmony back to his fractured world rack ed by ecological and family discord.\n \n\n \n You can purcha se tickets using this link:\n \n\n \n  https://bbrt.na.ticke tsearch.com/sales/salesevent/18414\n \n\n \n We look forward to seeing you at the theatre!\n \n \n \n \n \n\n DTSTART:20250518T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Architectures of Protection DTSTAMP:20250508T182725Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3280-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Architectures of Protection reflects on ideas and modes of protection and refuge – with regards to oneself\, to community\, know ledge\, culture\, identity\, and land. What are these spaces and practices ? What is protection for some and not for others? Together\, in the wake o f the Covid-19 pandemic and in the current global social and political cli mate\, the artworks in Architectures of Protection direct critical atten tion towards systems and structures that shape and impact everyday and sac red environments and encounters\, alongside individual and collective rela tionships with the land.\n\n\n\n This exhibition features artworks by Dana Claxton\, Jessica Karuhanga\, Emilio Rojas\, Beth Stuart\, and France Tr épanier.\n\n\n\n ----\n\n\n\n Hours of operation: \n\n\n\n Monday: Closed \n\n\n\n Tuesday: 10AM – 5PM\n\n\n\n Wednesday: 10AM – 5PM\n\n\n\n Thu rsday: 10AM – 9PM\n\n\n\n Friday: 10AM – 5PM\n\n\n\n Saturday: 10AM – 5PM\n\n\n\n Sunday: 12PM – 5PM\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Admission is alway s free for:\n\n\n\n • Visitors aged 25 and under\n\n\n\n • AGGV Member s\n\n\n\n • Indigenous Peoples\n\n\n\n • Support Workers\n\n\n\n  \n\ n\n\n Feel Free – Free Gallery Days Supported by TD Bank Group: \n\n\n\n Admission is free on the first Saturday of the month from 10 am – 5 pm\ , and every Thursday evening from 5 pm – 9 pm.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n *Acces sibility: \n\n\n\n The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is committed to pro viding a welcoming and accessible destination for all to enjoy. The main e ntrance is wheelchair accessible with a ramp on the left side of the entra nce with no handrail. There is one set of power doors located at the left side of the entrance at the top of the ramp.\n\n DTSTART:20250524T160000Z DTEND:20251027T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Jo Ludwig DTSTAMP:20250507T181658Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3279-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Explore Jo Ludwig’s mesmerizing\, new ToBs ('Things of Beauty')\, crafted through a meticulous fusing and slumping process that t ransforms glass into dazzling works of art. From the iridescent dichroic t op layer to the carefully crafted base\, each piece radiates a unique blen d of technique and creative expression.\n\n\n\n View Jo's 'ToBs' on The Av enue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/glaziers/lud wig-jo/\n\n\n\n The Avenue Gallery\, 2184 Oak Bay Avenue\, Victoria\, BC V 8R 1G3\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250526 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250603 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Elements by Jacqueline Gautier DTSTAMP:20250505T165133Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3278-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Barb DeRousie":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Elements by Jacqueline Gautier\n\n\n\n June 3 - 22\, 2025 \n\n\n\n Opening Reception Friday\, June 6\, 5 - 8pm\n\n\n\n Gage Gallery\ , 19 Bastion Square\, Victoria\n\n\n\n Open Tuesday to Sunday\, 11 - 5pm\n \n\n\n gagegallery.ca\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Show Statement:\n\n\n\n In her sh ow “Elements”\, Jacqueline Gautier explores the five elements of Earth \, Air\, Water\, Fire and Spirit that are always with us in the natural wo rld and within us. She creates an interplay with shapes and images\, as we ll as the felt sense of movement through these sacred and foundational ele ments. She likes to evoke a sense of magic\, mystery\, and whimsy. Her cre ative process is intuitive\, each step revealing itself spontaneously. Ple ase enjoy “Elements” and allow yourself to open to the mystical power of wild nature and the interconnectedness of all that is. \n\n\n\n  \n\n \n\n About the Artist:\n\n\n\n Jacqueline Gautier\, M.A.\, R.C.C. is both a licensed Psychotherapist and a mixed media artist whose styles are figur ative\, expressionistic and surreal. Her interests include the exploration of themes such as illumination\, beauty and transformation using multicol oured metallic foils\, acrylic paints\, gloss gels and molding paste on ca nvas. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Please feel free to visit Jacqueline’s Websit e at www.jacquelinegautier.com and click on Artworks.\n\n\n\n Contact Jacq ueline Gautier at email:\n\n\n\n jacquelinegautier613@gmail.com\n\n\n\n or phone at 250-619-0374.\n\n\n\n\n\n DTSTART:20250603T180000Z DTEND:20250604T000000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20250622T000000;BYDAY=SU,TU,WE,TH,FR,SA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery - Feature Artist - Maria Josenhans DTSTAMP:20250501T205717Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3276-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Inspired by the cherry blossoms that grace our surroundin gs\, Maria Josenhans beautifully captures the full splendor of spring in h er new painting\, Shaded Blooms\, a true privilege to witness. She connect s with the beauty around us with a lightness of touch that invites the vie wer into her ethereal world. “I paint to explore and share what I hold d ear and hope that when others look at my paintings they too may recall the ir own unguarded moments with nature.” – Maria Josenhans\n\n\n\n Image : Shaded Blooms by Maria Josenhans – oil on canvas\, 36 x 36 inches\n\n\ n\n View Maria Josenhans' paintings on The Avenue Gallery's website: http s://theavenuegallery.com/artists/painters/josenhans-maria/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250518 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250526 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Judy Fiskin: Some Films 1997–2010 DTSTAMP:20250501T034552Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3275-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Deluge/Antimatter":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Some Films is an installation of moving image works by th e iconic Los Angeles-based artist\, featuring Diary of a Midlife Crisis (1 997)\, The End of Photography (2007) and Guided Tour (2010). This is Fiski n’s first exhibition in Canada\, comprising a trio of seminal films made after she was unable to continue with her photographic practice.\n\n\n\n Deluge Contemporary Art\, 636 Yates Street\, Victoria\n\n\n\n Opening Satu rday\, May 3\, 12–5pm. \n\n\n\n Gallery Hours Wed–Sat\, 12–5pm\n\n\ n\n\n DTSTART:20250503T190000Z DTEND:20250601T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Greater Victoria Police Chorus Spring Concert DTSTAMP:20250429T212324Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3274-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Police Chorus":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join the Greater Victoria Police Chorus for an afternoon of music and fun as we present our Spring Concert\, featuring guest solois t Stephanie Greaves. This popular annual program features a variety of mus ic genres from choral selections\, spiritual\, popular ballads and rock an d roll. The all-male Chorus is lead by musical director Janet Rendell.\n\n DTSTART:20250524T213000Z DTEND:20250524T233000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Short Circuit Film Festival DTSTAMP:20250427T041150Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3272-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CineVic":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n For the 13th annual edition of Short Circuit\, C ineVic presents a rich and evocative selection of short films from British Columbia and regions around the Pacific Ocean including Chile\, Singapore \, New Zealand\, Taiwan\, Colombia\, Guam\, Hawaii\, California\, Alaska\, and Yukon.  \n\n\n\n Join us May 1-3 in Victoria BC for more than three dozen films in five screening programs\, plus filmmaker Q&\;As\, partie s\, awards\, and more!\n\n\n\n PLUS:\n\n INDIE+INDUSTRY\n\n Saturday May 3 \, 2025\n\n 11:00am - 6:00pm\n\n\n\n Level up your film career with a full day of professional development and networking opportunities for both ind ie and industry creators and crew. Registration includes plenty of food\, refreshments\, and breaks throughout the day\, tangible skills and inspira tion to employ on your productions\, and creative connections forged in th e fire of collaboration!\n\n\n\n See the full program and get tickets at:\ n\n\n\n www.shortcircuitfilmfestival.com \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20250502T010000Z DTEND:20250504T053000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mahesh Kale Live - A Night of Classical Indian Music DTSTAMP:20250427T140556Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3273-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Sameer Shah":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Mahesh Kale\, India’s National Award-winning vocalist\, brings his unique blend of North Indian classical\, semi-classical\, and natya-sangeet (dramatic) music to Victoria’s McPherson Playhouse on May 22nd.\n\n\n\n Mahesh Kale\, renowned for his electrifying performances and collaborations with legendary artists like Zakir Hussain and Stanley Jord an\, will take you on a musical journey deeply rooted in the traditions of Indian classical music.\n\n\n\n Mahesh's music blends ancient traditions with modern flair\, creating an unforgettable experience for all audiences . His performances have captivated audiences worldwide\, and he is also th e founder of MKSM\, a music school that teaches students from 15 countries .\n\n\n\n This is a rare opportunity to experience a world-class Indian cl assical music performance right here in Victoria. Don't miss out on this c ultural feast!\n\n DTSTART:20250523T023000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Radicle City: Snapshots of Bangalore DTSTAMP:20241030T201134Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3147-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Deluge/Antimatter":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Arjuna Keshvani-Ham\n\n\n\n October 30 to November 23\, 2 024\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Deluge Contemporary Art\n\n\n\n 636 Yates Street\, Victoria | Wed to Sat\, 12 to 5pm \n\n\n\n Presented as an installation i n the Deluge space\, Radicle City is a cinematic essay which imagines a f uture in which Bangalore’s gardens no longer exist. Narrated as a poetic address by a voice who has grown up in a city without trees\, the film’ s hybrid documentary and fictional narrative recovers and reinterprets arc hive footage of an unknown walker’s journey along a park that marks an o ld line of colonial segregation in the city. This is an old border with ne w lines: today the city is India's \"silicon valley\,\" an IT hub at the h eart of a network of global capitalism and one of India's most historicall y divided cities. Moving restlessly back and forth between past and possib le future\, the film is at once an investigation into the city's complex c olonial entanglements and their afterlives\, and an elegy to the city’s gardens\, fragile spaces of resistance in a metropolis which threatens the ir destruction.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART:20241030T190000Z DTEND:20241124T010000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2025: Marquis Hill: Composers Collective DTSTAMP:20250423T220932Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3271-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Tickets on sale now!\n\n\n\n “Together with Marquis Hil l and his trumpet\, New Jazz rises on the throne of modern mainstream .” – Modern Jazz\n\n\n\n Chicago’s internationally renowned trumpet er\, composer and bandleader Marquis Hill breaks down the barriers that divide musical genres. Contemporary and classic jazz\, hip-hop\, R&\;B\ , Chicago house\, neo-soul—to Hill\, they’re all essential elements of the profound African-American creative heritage he’s a part of. That mi ssion to bring styles together\, complemented by Hill’s absolute mastery of his instrument\, can be heard on his albums The Way We Play (2016)\ , Modern Flows Vol. II (2018)\, Love Tape (2019)\, Soul Sign (2020) \, and Rituals &\; Routines (2023). His sound is both deeply distinct ive and a tour through jazz-trumpet history\, evoking the high-drama still ness and space of Miles\; the undeniable virtuosity of Clifford Brown and Freddie Hubbard\; the groove savvy phrasing of Lee Morgan and Donald Byrd\ ; and much more. After winning the Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz prize in 2014\, he became a presence on the global scene virtually overnight an d earned first place in the “Rising Star–Trumpet” category in Dow nBeat’s Critics Poll in 2016. He has supported and guested with a who’ s who of jazz that includes Marcus Miller\, Dee Dee Bridgewater\, Boney Ja mes\, Kurt Elling\, Joe Lovano and Hill’s trailblazing Chicago peer Maka ya McCraven. Today\, Hill maintains a nonstop touring schedule\, and after appearing last at TD JazzFest 2019\, now brings his 2024 album Composers Collective: Beyond the Jukebox to Victoria audiences. \n\n\n\n TICKETS\ n\n\n\n 19+ Venue\n\n\n\n $42 (service charges may apply)\n\n\n\n Availab le Through:\n\n\n\n Victoria Jazz Society Office (250-388-4423 | 975A Alst on St.) no service charges\n\n\n\n Royal &\; McPherson Box Office (250 -386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca) plus service charges\n\n\n\n Note: This venue wi ll have limited seating.\n\n DTSTART:20250627T033000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2025: Matteo Mancuso DTSTAMP:20250423T220615Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3270-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Tickets on sale now!\n\n\n\n “Matteo is the evolution o f fusion guitar\, his breathtaking technique is a marvel to behold. He’s the evidence that the evolving spirit of guitars players is firmly intact .” – Steve Vai\n\n\n\n Italian prodigy and jazz-rock guitarist Matte o Mancuso made waves early in Sicily’s jazz scene\, participating in lo cal festivals at 11 years old. Having explored a diverse repertoire\, from Django Reinhardt to contemporary jazz\, he soon gained widespread acclaim for fusion takes on classic standards. In 2017\, Mancuso’s talent was r ecognized at the Umbria Jazz Festival in Perugia\, where he secured a scho larship to the esteemed Berklee College of Music in Boston. Through studio work\, international touring\, and composition\, Mancuso solidified his p osition as a rising star in the global music scene. He has collaborated wi th artists such as Al Di Meola\, the legendary Premiata Forneria Marconi\, and Tommy Emmanuel. In 2023\, his debut solo album The Journey was rele ased\, capturing the essence of his diverse musical influences. Renowned m usicians\, including Dweezil Zappa\, Joe Bonamassa\, Eric Johnson\, and St eve Vai\, have praised Mancuso’s talents. He makes his Victoria debut li ve at Wicket Hall this June!\n\n\n\n TICKETS\n\n\n\n 19+ Venue\n\n\n\n $42  (service charges may apply)\n\n\n\n Available Through:\n\n\n\n Victoria Jazz Society Office (250-388-4423 | 975A Alston St.) no service charges\n \n\n\n Royal &\; McPherson Box Office (250-386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca) plus service charges\n\n\n\n Note: This venue will have limited seating.\n\n DTSTART:20250626T033000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2025: New Jazz Underground DTSTAMP:20250423T213017Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3269-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Tickets on sale now!\n\n\n\n “It absolutely cooks he re.” – NPR\n\n\n\n American rising star collective New Jazz Underg round merges traditional jazz with the modern influence of swing\, hip-ho p\, house/afro-beat\, and Afro-Cuban music. Millions of listeners were int roduced to their undeniably fresh sound through viral videos\, featuring t he band’s exuberant chemistry\, effortless musicality\, and raw ambition . After meeting as students at The Juilliard School\, core members Sebast ian Rios (bassist/composer) and TJ Reddick (drummer) began playing in t he parks of NYC during lock-down in 2020 and frequently collaborating with pianist Emmet Cohen. Releases such as MF Doom Suite\, Harlem to Havana\ , and cook/swing/work/relax demonstrate their reverence towards jazz ico ns\, yet establish their own voice and new sounds that transcend genres. R eddick and Rios have played as sidemen for Jon Batiste\, Sullivan Fortner\ , and ELEW\, among many more\, and Rios is a long-time student of legendar y bassist Ron Carter. NJU’s album Dying of Thirst just released in 202 5. Dynamic and powerful performers\, New Jazz Underground is re-energizing contemporary music from the inside out\, blazing a path for young jazz mu sicians in the modern music landscape.\n\n\n\n TICKETS\n\n\n\n 19+ Venue\n \n\n\n $42 (service charges may apply)\n\n\n\n Available Through:\n\n\n\n Victoria Jazz Society Office (250-388-4423 | 975A Alston St.) no service charges\n\n\n\n Royal &\; McPherson Box Office (250-386-6121 | rmts.bc .ca) plus service charges\n\n\n\n Note: This venue will have limited sea ting.\n\n DTSTART:20250625T033000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2025: Makaya McCraven DTSTAMP:20250423T211920Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3268-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Tickets on sale now!\n\n\n\n “Over the last five or six years\, drummer Makaya McCraven has migrated from the enlightened margins of the modern-jazz mainstream to someplace near its pulsing center\, whil e earning the sort of outside acclaim reserved for the hippest forms of cr ossover.” – WBGO\n\n\n\n Prolific drummer\, composer\, producer\, a nd “beat scientist” Makaya McCraven has been aptly referred to as a cultural synthesizer. He has a unique gift for collapsing space\, destroyi ng borders\, and blending past\, present\, and future into arrangements of post-genre\, jazz-rooted\, 21st century folk music. Profiled in Vice\, Ro lling Stone\, The Guardian\, and NPR among others\, he and the music he ma kes today are at the very vanguard of the phenomenon that is jazz. After c utting his teeth in the Western Massachusetts music\, McCraven soon found himself immersed in both the creative and straight-ahead jazz scenes of Ch icago. Within five years\, he’d established a name for himself\, gigging alongside scene stalwarts like Willie Pickens\, Marquis Hill and Jeff Par ker. His 2015 LP release In The Moment was hailed by JazzTimes as “o ne of the year’s most mesmerizing releases.” McCraven continued to hon e his process of live improvisation and sampling with Highly Rare (2017) \, Where We Come From (2018)\, Universal Beings (2018)\, Deciphering t he Message (2021)\, and In These Times (2022). Last appearing at TD Jaz zFest 2019\, he will be releasing a percussion-forward studio album this June\, just in time for his return to the festival! \n\n\n\n TICKETS\n\n\ n\n 19+ Venue\n\n\n\n $42 (service charges may apply)\n\n\n\n Available T hrough:\n\n\n\n Victoria Jazz Society Office (250-388-4423 | 975A Alston S t.) no service charges\n\n\n\n Royal &\; McPherson Box Office (250-386 -6121 | rmts.bc.ca) plus service charges\n\n\n\n Note: This venue will h ave limited seating.\n\n DTSTART:20250624T033000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2025: Pierre Bensusan 50th Anniversary: One Guit ar - One Voice DTSTAMP:20250423T211550Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3267-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Tickets on sale now!\n\n\n\n “With only his steel-strin g-acoustic guitar – and sometimes his rich\, affecting voice – Bensusa n can disassemble your heart and hand it back to you restored and renewed. A true giant.” – Guitar Player Magazine \n\n\n\n Blending tradition al\, contemporary\, jazz\, classical\, and pop music with world music\, )\ , French-Algerian guitarist/vocalist/composer Pierre Bensusan’s origin ality and style makes him one of today’s greatest guitarists. He was ele cted “Best Guitarist of World Music” by the readers of Guitar Player Magazine\, and his triple album Encore won the Grand Prix of the Indepen dent Music Awards in the category “Best Live Album.” Guitarists such a s Leo Kottke\, Larry Corryel\, Tuck Andress\, Tommy Emmanuel\, Mark Knopfl er\, Julian Lage\, Andrew York\, Andy Timmons\, and Steve Lukather have su ng his praises\, and Steve Vai released three Bensusan albums on his label Favored Nations. It’s not just guitarists who are inspired by Bensusa n’s music\, as a recent studio collaboration on Donny Osmond’s latest album Start Again demonstrates.  Since his first performances in 1974 in France\, the guitarist has sold half a million albums and given thousan ds of concerts around the globe\, both solo and through numerous collabora tions. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of his career\, Victoria welcomes him back in a solo performance\, after his last appearance in 1990\, to T D JazzFest 2025!\n\n\n\n TICKETS\n\n\n\n $42 (service charges may apply)\ n\n\n\n Available Through:\n\n\n\n Victoria Jazz Society Office (250-388-4 423 | 975A Alston St.) no service charges\n\n\n\n Royal &\; McPherson Box Office (250-386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca) plus service charges\n\n DTSTART:20250622T023000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2025: Tina Leon DTSTAMP:20250423T211241Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3266-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Tickets on sale now!\n\n\n\n Montreal’s singer-songwrit er Tina Leon draws her inspiration from the Motown generation and the so ul music of the last decades. Having already sung and collaborated with St evie Wonder\, DJ Champion and Garou under the artist name Marie-Christine Depestre\, she now appears in a new light\, more authentic and full of lif e than ever. Describing herself as a rainbow of soul\, her first EP Push  (2022\, via Ensoul Records) is a colorful journey through jazzy\, funk\, and pop rhythms with rich and enchanting melodies. Catch her evening show at the Coda on Saturday\, June 28th! \n\n\n\n TICKETS\n\n\n\n 19+ Venue\ n\n\n\n $38 (service charges may apply)\n\n\n\n Available Through:\n\n\n\ n Victoria Jazz Society Office (250-388-4423 | 975A Alston St.) no servic e charges\n\n\n\n Royal &\; McPherson Box Office (250-386-6121 | rmts.b c.ca) plus service charges\n\n DTSTART:20250629T043000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2025: Shuffle Demons DTSTAMP:20250423T210514Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3265-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Tickets on sale now!\n\n\n\n “…guaranteed to set your hair on fire or make your musical back leg shake\, if that’s how you ro ll.” – Critical Jazz\n\n\n\n “The Demons are back\, delivering extr overted\, hard-hitting crowd-pleasers.” – The Ottawa Citizen\n\n\n\ n The Shuffle Demons are a high-energy Canadian band that blends virtuos ic jazz and funk playing with eye-catching costumes to produce an incredib le show. A hit at festivals all over the world\, the Shuffle Demons are a crowd-pleasing\, full-on musical group that backs up wild stage tricks wit h phenomenal playing by some of Canada’s most talented musicians. Still capturing audiences’ imaginations with their wacky antics after three de cades\, the Shuffle Demons features a great line-up of players that includ es JUNO Award-winning saxophonist/vocalist Richard Underhill. They just c ame out with a new album in 2025\, Are You Really Real. Expect an excitin g\, no-holds-barred performance that feature wild romps in the crowd\, fre e jazz moments\, danceable funk\, poetry\, killer solos and more! \n\n\n\ n TICKETS\n\n\n\n 19+ Venue\n\n\n\n $38 (service charges may apply)\n\n\n \n Available Through:\n\n\n\n Victoria Jazz Society Office (250-388-4423 | 975A Alston St.) no service charges\n\n\n\n Royal &\; McPherson Box O ffice (250-386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca) plus service charges\n\n DTSTART:20250628T043000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2025: Brekky Boy DTSTAMP:20250423T210300Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3264-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Tickets on sale now!\n\n\n\n “Lyrical melodies\, hard-h itting polyrhythms\, EST/Tigran-style progressive grooves and no shortage of Aussie humour…” – Jazzwise\n\n\n\n Giving up the dream of compet ing in the World Surf League\, Brekky Boy decided to take a crack at jaz z\, creating an unpredictable live show that infuses electronica\, beat mu sic\, jazz improvisation and chucking things at band members when they’r e trying to solo. The Montreux Jazz Award nominee has since gone on to sup port Snarky Puppy\, Ambrose Akinmusire\, Theo Croker and has gained intern ational acclaim touring the world performing at SXSW\, Montréal Internati onal Jazz Festival\, Montreux Jazz Festival\, London Jazz Festival\, Jazza head and more. Living on the South Coast of NSW\, Australia\, Brekky Boy h as remained fully independent\, amassing millions of views on TikTok and I nstagram—primarily for terrible renditions of popular songs. They last a ppeared at TD JazzFest 2023 – don’t miss their return for the 2025 fes tival!\n\n\n\n TICKETS\n\n\n\n 19+ Venue\n\n\n\n $38 (service charges may apply)\n\n\n\n Available Through:\n\n\n\n Victoria Jazz Society Office (2 50-388-4423 | 975A Alston St.) no service charges\n\n\n\n Royal &\; Mc Pherson Box Office (250-386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca) plus service charges\n\n DTSTART:20250622T043000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2025: Kneebody DTSTAMP:20250423T210023Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3263-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Tickets on sale now!\n\n\n\n “There isn’t a handy ter m or genre for the music that Kneebody creates. It’s a band thoroughly a cquainted with 1960s free-bop\, 1970s jazz rock\, 1990s hip-hop and postmi llennial indie rock\; along with classical postminimalism. (I’m leaving something out\, I’m sure.) Whatever the terminology\, this group has an audience” — New York Times\n\n\n\n Over two decades\, GRAMMY-nominated band Kneebody has created a genre and style all its own. Their sound mi xes explosive rock energy and high-level nuanced chamber ensemble\, set wi thin the frames of highly wrought compositions that are balanced with adve nturous no-holds-barred improvising. Keyboardist Adam Benjamin\, trumpe ter Shane Endsley\, saxophonist Ben Wendel and drummer/bassist Nate Wood formed Kneebody amid the vibrant and eclectic music scene of 2001 L os Angeles. In 2005\, Kneebody released their debut self-titled album on D ave Douglas’ Greenleaf Music Label. They went on to release Low Electri cal Worker (2007)\, and 12 Songs of Charles Ives (2009) with vocalist T heo Bleckmann\, which received a GRAMMY nomination. In 2015\, Kneebody’s groundbreaking collaboration with electronic musician Daedelus on Kneede lus was released on Flying Lotus’ imprint Brainfeeder records to praise from critics and audiences alike. Since then\, they’ve appeared at TD J azzFest 2015 opening for The Bad Plus Joshua Redman\, and released acclaim ed album Anti-Hero (2017)\, EP By Fire (2019)\, album Chapters (201 9)\, and live album Live at Le Crescent (2022). Their new album Reach  releases in April 2025\, and they bring material from that album and more to TD JazzFest 2025!\n\n\n\n TICKETS\n\n\n\n 19+ Venue\n\n\n\n $45 (servi ce charges may apply)\n\n\n\n Available Through:\n\n\n\n Victoria Jazz Soc iety Office (250-388-4423 | 975A Alston St.) no service charges\n\n\n\n R oyal &\; McPherson Box Office (250-386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca) plus service charges\n\n DTSTART:20250621T043000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2025: Christine Jensen Quartet DTSTAMP:20250423T205707Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3262-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Tickets on sale now!\n\n\n\n “Always a compelling write r\, capable of strong lyricism combined with harmonic invention and plenty of narrative twists and turns\, Jensen’s music not only impresses on a first encounter\, but reveals more with each and every listen.” – Al l About Jazz\n\n\n\n JUNO-winning Canadian saxophonist/composer Christine Jensen has been a leading voice in the national jazz scene for the last 25 years and remains constantly in motion. Her JUNO-winning recordings inc lude Treelines (2011) and Habitat (2014)\, the latter which received 5 stars in DownBeat Magazine. Her most recent quartet album\, Day Moon\, w on the 2024 JUNO for “Jazz Album of the Year (Solo).” She has performe d with Jeremy Pelt\, Phil Dwyer\, Gary Smuylan\, Geoffrey Keezer\, Lenny P ickett\, Donny McCaslin\, and Helen Sung. Along with her quartet. Jensen a lso works with the collective CODE Quartet with Montreal-based drummer Jim Doxas\, bassist Adrian Vedady\, and trumpeter Lex French\, who the Victor ia Jazz Society presented in 2022. Jensen’s music has taken her all over the world through commissioning\, performance and conducting opportunitie s. \n\n\n\n Christine Jensen will also be hosting a free-to-attend works hop/clinic at The Lounge at Archie Browning Sports Centre\, 3pm on Saturd ay\, June 28. \n\n\n\n TICKETS\n\n\n\n $42 (service charges may apply)\n \n\n\n Available Through:\n\n\n\n Victoria Jazz Society Office (250-388-44 23 | 975A Alston St.) no service charges\n\n\n\n Royal &\; McPherson B ox Office (250-386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca) plus service charges\n\n DTSTART:20250629T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2025: MusicMusicMusic DTSTAMP:20250423T205333Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3261-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Tickets on sale now!\n\n\n\n “MusicMusicMusic belongs t o the Swedish jazz elite and operates in its own universe\, which is much more than just jazz.” – Göteborgs-Posten\n\n\n\n Swedish trio Music MusicMusic was formed in 2003 and has been called one of the most vitaliz ing music experiences to hit the jazz scene in years. With a passion for e xperimen­tation and an ever-present joy in playing\, the group skillfully takes on classical jazz compositions as well as original work by the grou p’s award-winning pianist Fabian Kallerdahl. The group has become widel y acclaimed for their elements of humour\, intimate live performan­ces\, and ability to connect with audiences far beyond the traditional borders o f jazz music. The band’s dedicated touring schedule has covered the Nord ic countries and northern Europe but also South Africa\, Japan\, Thailand\ , Taiwan\, China\, Mexico and the US. After 20 years of groundbreaking mus ic\, MMM is so­mething of an institution in Swedish jazz and continues to celebrate their love of music on stages everywhere. \n\n\n\n TICKETS\n\n \n\n $38 (service charges may apply)\n\n\n\n Available Through:\n\n\n\n V ictoria Jazz Society Office (250-388-4423 | 975A Alston St.) no service c harges\n\n\n\n Royal &\; McPherson Box Office (250-386-6121 | rmts.bc.c a) plus service charges\n\n DTSTART:20250628T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2025: Anthony D'Alessandro Quartet F. Benny Bena ck III DTSTAMP:20250423T205145Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3260-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Tickets on sale now!\n\n\n\n \"Anthony has a natural feel ing for swing and groove\, scintillating technique and a penchant for such feel-good pianists as Erroll Garner\, Oscar Peterson\, and Monty Alexande r.” – WholeNote Magazine\n\n\n\n Toronto’s Anthony D’Alessandro  is a pianist\, composer\, arranger\, and bandleader. He has performed ar ound the world\, at the Montreal International Jazz Festival\, the Teatro Nescafé de las Artes in Santiago\, Chile\, Smalls Jazz Club in New York\, and Koerner Hall. He regularly collaborates with Canada’s top jazz musi cians\, including Caity Gyorgy\, Neil Swainson\, Terry Clarke\, Pat LaBarb ara\, and Ernesto Cervini\, as well as notable NYC musicians Summer Camarg o\, Alexander Claffy\, and Joe Farnsworth. D’Alessandro’s debut full-l ength album Searchin’ (2024)\, featuring trumpeter/vocal star Benny Be nack III\, debuted to critical acclaim\, and was described as an “uplift ing and feel-good jazz record” by the Paris Move. \n\n\n\n TICKETS\n\n \n\n $38 (service charges may apply)\n\n\n\n Available Through:\n\n\n\n V ictoria Jazz Society Office (250-388-4423 | 975A Alston St.) no service c harges\n\n\n\n Royal &\; McPherson Box Office (250-386-6121 | rmts.bc.c a) plus service charges\n\n DTSTART:20250624T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2025: Farah Siraj DTSTAMP:20250423T204752Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3259-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Tickets on sale now!\n\n\n\n Jordanian virtuoso Farah Si raj’s career spans the United States\, Europe\, and the Middle East. Sir aj has performed at the world’s most prestigious platforms\, including t he United Nations\, Nobel Prize Hall\, the World Economic Forum\, The John F. Kennedy Center in Washington DC\, Lincoln Center in New York\, MTV\, C oke Studio\, and MBC TV in the Middle East. Annually\, Siraj represents Jo rdan on United Nations World Peace Day. Her 2011 international release NO MAD fused influences of Arabic music\, flamenco\, jazz\, bossa and pop\, with lyrics in Arabic\, Spanish and English. She has been named New York ’s “Summer Star of Jazz” and “the Norah Jones of the Middle East ” by New York Time Out. Siraj currently leads an ethnically diverse grou p of world-class musicians from the Middle East\, Europe\, the United Stat es and South America\, including music from all four regions. She brings m usic from her 2024 album\, Alam Majnoon\, and more to TD JazzFest for tw o special nights at Hermann’s Jazz Club! \n\n\n\n TICKETS\n\n\n\n On sa le now!\n\n\n\n $42 per night (service charges may apply)\n\n\n\n Availabl e Through:\n\n\n\n Victoria Jazz Society Office (250-388-4423 | 975A Alsto n St.) no service charges\n\n\n\n Royal &\; McPherson Box Office (250- 386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca) plus service charges\n\n DTSTART:20250623T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2025: Farah Siraj DTSTAMP:20250423T204636Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3258-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Tickets on sale now!\n\n\n\n Jordanian virtuoso Farah Si raj’s career spans the United States\, Europe\, and the Middle East. Sir aj has performed at the world’s most prestigious platforms\, including t he United Nations\, Nobel Prize Hall\, the World Economic Forum\, The John F. Kennedy Center in Washington DC\, Lincoln Center in New York\, MTV\, C oke Studio\, and MBC TV in the Middle East. Annually\, Siraj represents Jo rdan on United Nations World Peace Day. Her 2011 international release NO MAD fused influences of Arabic music\, flamenco\, jazz\, bossa and pop\, with lyrics in Arabic\, Spanish and English. She has been named New York ’s “Summer Star of Jazz” and “the Norah Jones of the Middle East ” by New York Time Out. Siraj currently leads an ethnically diverse grou p of world-class musicians from the Middle East\, Europe\, the United Stat es and South America\, including music from all four regions. She brings m usic from her 2024 album\, Alam Majnoon\, and more to TD JazzFest for tw o special nights at Hermann’s Jazz Club! \n\n\n\n TICKETS\n\n\n\n On sa le now!\n\n\n\n $42 per night (service charges may apply)\n\n\n\n Availabl e Through:\n\n\n\n Victoria Jazz Society Office (250-388-4423 | 975A Alsto n St.) no service charges\n\n\n\n Royal &\; McPherson Box Office (250- 386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca) plus service charges\n\n DTSTART:20250622T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2025: Lorraine Desmarais Trio Tribute to Bill Ev ans DTSTAMP:20250423T204349Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3257-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Tickets on sale now!\n\n\n\n Montreal jazz pianist/compos er Lorraine Desmarais has received the Yamaha Prize at the Festival Int ernational de Jazz de Montréal\, a Félix at the Adisq for her album Tr io Lorraine Desmarais\, and first prize at the Great Jazz Piano American Competition at the Jacksonville Jazz Festival. She also received the SOC AN Composers’ Award for her album Vision in 2001\, the Festival Intern ational de Jazz de Montréal’s Oscar Peterson Award (2002)\, and the Ord er of Canada (2012). Desmarais last appeared at TD JazzFest in 1996\, with her first appearance at the Victoria festival in 1988. Bill Evans profoun dly revolutionized jazz piano and the trio formation\, and now\, the music ians of the Lorraine Desmarais Trio are thrilled to recreate their favouri te Bill Evans pieces on stage. Creativity\, virtuosity\, musicality and so phistication come together in this intimate conversation on stage at Herma nn’s Jazz Club!\n\n\n\n TICKETS\n\n\n\n $42 (service charges may apply) \n\n\n\n Available Through:\n\n\n\n Victoria Jazz Society Office (250-388- 4423 | 975A Alston St.) no service charges\n\n\n\n Royal &\; McPherson Box Office (250-386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca) plus service charges\n\n DTSTART:20250621T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2025: The Rumble F. Big Chief Joseph Boudreaux J r. DTSTAMP:20250423T203432Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3256-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Tickets on sale now!\n\n\n\n “It’s a Mardi Gras exper ience that hangs around all year long\, a funky\, feather rufflin’ extra vaganza good for second line strutting no matter the season.” – No De pression\n\n\n\n New Orleans’ GRAMMY-nominated supergroup The Rumble i s more than just a band — it’s an opportunity to be immersed in a whol ly unique facet of New Orleans culture. They fuse iconic New Orleans funk in the vein of The Meters and The Neville Brothers with electrifying brass and the singular visual splendor of the Black Masking carnival tradition. The Rumble’s recent album\, Stories from the Battlefield\, received a GRAMMY nomination for “Best Regional Roots Album 2025.” Their live show is a symphony of rich colour and propulsive sound\, with each member sharing vocal duties and engaging the audience in the classic Mardi Gras N ative-American-style call-and response chanting.\n\n\n\n TICKETS\n\n\n\n $ 45.50 (taxes &\; service charge incl.) from Royal &\; McPherson Box Office (250-386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca)\n\n\n\n OR\n\n\n\n $42.00 (taxes incl.\ , no service charges) from the Victoria Jazz Society Box Office (250-388-4 423 | 975A Alston St.)\n\n\n\n Get all three nights at Bullen Park for $99 .00! (only available through VJS Box Office) (250-388-4423 | 975A Alston S t.)\n\n DTSTART:20250630T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2025: Sungazer with Special Guest DTSTAMP:20250423T202937Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3255-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Tickets on sale now!\n\n\n\n Brooklyn NY’s Sungazer i s a modern progressive jazz EDM 5-member band led by bassist Adam Neely  and drummer Shawn Crowder\, who have brought their dynamic live mixture o f jazz\, progressive metal and electronic music to audiences across the wo rld. Since their first EP release in 2014\, Sungazer has carried the flame of past fusion greats while forging their own distinctive sound for the 2 1st century. Currently\, they have over 350\,700 followers on Instagram an d 1.78 million subscribers on YouTube. In 2024 they released their sophomo re album\, Against the Fall of Night. Catch them for one night only at Bu llen Park for this year's JazzFest!\n\n\n\n TICKETS\n\n\n\n $45.50 (taxes &\; service charge incl.) from Royal &\; McPherson Box Office (250-3 86-6121 | rmts.bc.ca)\n\n\n\n OR\n\n\n\n $42.00 (taxes &\; service char ge incl.) from the Victoria Jazz Society Box Office (250-388-4423 | 975A A lston St.)\n\n\n\n Get all three nights at Bullen Park for $99.00! (only a vailable through VJS Box Office) (250-388-4423 | 975A Alston St.)\n\n DTSTART:20250629T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2025: Twin Bill: Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio & LowD own Brass Band DTSTAMP:20250423T201406Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3254-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Tickets on sale now!\n\n\n\n Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio (D LO3) specializes in the lost art of “feel-good music.” With a mix of t he 1960s organ jazz stylings of Jimmy Smith and Baby Face Willette\, the s nappy soul strut of Booker T. &\; The M.G.’s\, The Meters\, and sprin kles of Motown\, Stax Records\, blues\, and cosmic Jimi Hendrix-style guit ar\, it’s a soul-jazz concoction that goes straight to your heart and ma kes your body break out in a sweat! The trio has released five albums\, wi th an upcoming album set to release on Blue Note Records. Last appearing a t TD JazzFest 2022\, the band is virtuosic organist Delvon Lamarr\, with  Ashley Ickes drums\, Brice Calvin guitar.\n\n\n\n Embodying the vibra nt Chicago music culture\, Lowdown Brass Band is a one-of-a-kind horn en semble weaving the rhythm of the streets with conscious hip hop\, reggae\, and soul. The band last played at TD JazzFest in 2023\, and have proven t o be a high energy\, dance-orientated performance that wows audiences. The ir 2024 album $itizens of the World further pushes the boundaries of the ir genre.\n\n\n\n TICKETS\n\n\n\n $77/$65/$52.25 (taxes &\; service ch arge incl.)\n\n\n\n Only Available Through:\n\n\n\n Royal &\; McPherson Box Office (250-386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca)\n\n DTSTART:20250628T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2025: ARTEMIS plus Special Guest DTSTAMP:20250423T201019Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3253-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Tickets on sale now!\n\n\n\n “A killer line-up of playe rs\, composers and performers…who converge on an extremely cosmopolitan\ , sleek\, rhythm-forward\, modern sound.” – NPR\n\n\n\n  Multination al and multigenerational jazz supergroup ARTEMIS is a powerful ensemble of instrumental virtuosos and educators. Founded by 5-time JUNO-winning pi anist/composer Renee Rosnes\, the quintet also consists of acclaimed Cana dian trumpeter Ingrid Jensen\, New York's prolific “legend-in-the-mak ing” saxophonist Nicole Glover\, Hyogo Japan’s award-winning bassist/ composer Noriko Ueda\, and New York's modern jazz icon/DownBeat’s Top 2 0 jazz drummer Allison Miller.\n\n\n\n After experiencing an ARTEMIS live show at the 2018 Newport Jazz Festival\, Blue Note Records President\, Do n Was\, signed the band to the label. Their third recording Arboresque r eleased February 2025. The album is testament to the group’s evolving mu sical landscape featuring stellar arrangements and riveting originals cont ributed by all members of the band.\n\n\n\n Performances across North Amer ica and Europe at major venues and festivals have garnered high praise fro m audiences and critics alike. It is no wonder that ARTEMIS has been award ed #1 “Jazz Group of the Year” in the Annual Downbeat Readers Poll i n both 2023 and 2024. Members of ARTEMIS have collaborated with Esperanza Spalding\, Corinne Bailey Rae\, Sarah McLachlan\, Terri Lyne Carrington\, Maria Schneider\, Wayne Shorter\, Christian McBride\, Chris Potter\, Joe H enderson\, and many more.  From original music to mind-bending arrangemen ts of eclectic material\, ARTEMIS performs with power\, passion\, and high -wire intensity. Witness the paragon of great modern jazz live here in Vi ctoria as ARTEMIS makes their TD JazzFest debut in 2025!\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\ n TICKETS\n\n\n\n $77/$65/$52.25 (taxes &\; service charge incl.)\n\n\ n\n Only Available Through:\n\n\n\n Royal &\; McPherson Box Office (250 -386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca)\n\n DTSTART:20250627T023000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2025: Twin Bill: Alex Cuba and Richard Bona Asan te Trio DTSTAMP:20250423T200658Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3252-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Tickets on sale now!\n\n\n\n “Wicked guitar\, undeniabl y soulful vocals. [Cuba’s] package is simplicity and he wears it w ell.”  – popmatters.com \n\n\n\n “Imagine an artist with Jaco P astorious’s virtuosity\, George Benson’s vocal fluidity\, Joao Gilbe rto’s sense of song and harmony\, all mixed up with African culture. We bring you Richard Bona!” — Los Angeles Times\n\n\n\n Smithers-based L atin pop superstar Alex Cuba returns to Victoria for a solo performance with more ballads and absolute bangers in his brand-new ninth album\, El Swing Que Yo Tengo (2023). This extraordinary GRAMMY-winning artist effor tlessly mixes funk\, soul\, and pan-Latin textures\, and brings together c ontagious melodies\, popsoul hooks\, and rock chords. Cuba has collaborate d with Sheryl Crow\, Jason Mraz\, Ron Sexsmith and Nelly Furtado. He has a ccumulated over 20 awards and nominations including four Latin GRAMMYS\, t wo JUNO Awards\, one 2022 JUNO nomination\, a 2022 GRAMMY Award for his al bum Mendo\, and three GRAMMY nominations. Cuba played in Victoria at the 2022 Harbour ‘n Roots Festival. If you missed him last time or want to r evisit that experience\, now is your chance!\n\n\n\n GRAMMY-winning Camero on-born musician Richard Bona remains one of the most accomplished inter national bass players\, composers\, and multi-instrumentalists. The way he connects with his audience has turned him into a staple name in world\, j azz\, and Afropop music. Bona has collaborated with the greatest: Herbie H ancock\, Harry Belafonte\, Quincy Jones\, Chick Corea\, Cesária Évora\, Sting\, Mike Stern\, Pat Metheny\, Stevie Wonder\, Bobby McFerrin\, Chucho Valdés\, George Benson\, and many more. A teacher of Jazz Improvisation at NYU\, he is constantly mentoring young talents throughout the world. He ’s also a TED speaker and ambassador for various non-profit projects. As he continues to tour the world and explore new musical directions\, Bona continues to redefine his sound. Catch Richard Bona and his Asante Trio li ve for TD JazzFest 2025!\n\n\n\n TICKETS\n\n\n\n $77/$65/$52.25 (taxes &a mp\; service charge incl.)\n\n\n\n Only Available Through:\n\n\n\n Royal & amp\; McPherson Box Office (250-386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca)\n\n DTSTART:20250625T023000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2025: Eliane Elias with Special Guest DTSTAMP:20250423T195323Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3251-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Tickets on sale now!\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n “With powerful artistry\, [Elias’] naturally prodigious talent is even stronger as the years pass—a feat capable only by the true elites of the musical wo rld.” – DownBeat\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n With over 2.5 million albums sold to date and 32 albums to her name\, multi-GRAMMY winning\, internationall y renowned Brazilian pianist/composer/vocalist Eliane Elias has toured 7 7 countries\, is a four-time Gold Disc Award recipient\, a three-time “B est Vocal Album” winner in Japan\, and winner of the 2018 Edison Lifetim e Achievement Award in Holland. Along with her Spotify amassing over 500 m illion streams\, her 2019 and 2021 albums (Love Stories and Mirror Mirro r\, the latter which featured duets with Chucho Valdés and Chick Corea) were both voted Downbeat’s “Best Album of the Year – Masterpiece.” Eliane has received eleven GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY nominations in 5 diffe rent categories\, with two GRAMMYS and two Latin GRAMMY Award wins to date \, and her recordings hit #1 on the jazz charts worldwide. With her latest 2025 GRAMMY-nominated release Time and Again\, Elias proves once more sh e is a groundbreaking artist who continues to reach new heights with her m astery of jazz\, R&\;B and popular songs.  This all cements her status as the reigning queen of Brazilian jazz – witness her with her band liv e at TD JazzFest! \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n TICKETS\n\n\n\n $77/65/5 2.25 (taxes &\; service charge incl.)\n\n\n\n Only Available Through:\ n\n\n\n Royal &\; McPherson Box Office (250-386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca)\n\n DTSTART:20250626T023000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sing OUT! Voices in Motion in Concert DTSTAMP:20250423T182352Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3250-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Chepyha":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Sing OUT!: Voices in Motion Choir in Concert\n\n Saturday \, May 3rd\, 2025: 3:30pm\n\n\n\n With special guests EMERGE Youth Choir\n \n\n\n First Metropolitan Building (formerly First Metropolitan United)\n\ n Corner of Quadra and Balmoral Streets\, Victoria\n\n\n\n Admission by Do nation (suggested $20)\n\n\n\n The songs of Bob Dylan and Joni Mitchell ca lled the world to action in the 60s\, and they continue to be relevant tod ay. Be part of our audience as Voices in Motion shares their interpretatio ns of these classics with today’s generation. And be prepared to add you r voice as we sing together ‘Blowin’ in the Wind’\, ‘Big Yello w Taxi’\, ‘Galway Bay’ and more.\n\n\n\n Our special guests this aft ernoon will be the EMERGE Youth Choir\, part of the SingYourJoy Family of Choirs.\n\n\n\n Voices in Motion is a multigenerational choir that interse cts the worlds of research and music. People\, young and old\, sing togeth er and the results for many have been life-changing. In addition to a joy- filled choral experience\, singers benefit from belonging to a supportive community where they experience love\, connection and support. These life- giving moments of music foster increased socialization\, cognitive functio n\, meaningfulness\, and an intergenerational appreciation of others.\n\n\ n\n Voices in Motion is directed by Christine Chepyha.\n\n https://voicesi nmotionchoirs.org/\n\n DTSTART:20250503T223000Z DTEND:20250503T233000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Architect Shiv Garyali's Journey From Delhi to Victoria DTSTAMP:20250422T211126Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3248-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Ben":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n Join us on April 25th to hear senior local archi tect Shiv Garyali present an overview of his life’s work\, with a focu s on his wide-ranging career in and around Victoria. Mr. Garyali will spea k about some of his early influences as a young student of architecture in India\, as well as his time working in the office of Arthur Erickson in t he 1970s. He will show how these experiences have informed his outlook and career as one of Victoria’s leading architects for over three decades.\ n\n\n\n Register for free at www.wentworthvilla.com\n\n\n\n Born in Kashmi r\, India\,  Shiv was educated in Delhi. There he worked with one of the top architectural firms as an associate Architect. In 1968 he travelled to Canada via Europe. In 1972 he joined Arthur Erickson architects in Toront o and moved to Arthur’s office in Vancouver in 1975. In 1979 Shiv moved to Victoria and joined Marshall Goldsworthy Architects. In 1990 he started the private practice of Garyali Architect Inc. with Don Marshall. Soon af ter he established the  core team of Shiv Garyali\, John Armitage\, and N ick Fiocco to promote sustainable Architecture in Victoria\, Sidney\, Dunc an\, Nanaimo\,Tofino and Whistler.\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20250426T000000Z DTEND:20250426T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Entangled Threads: Fibre & Textile Art Show by Elizabeth Car efoot & Neera Huckvale DTSTAMP:20250418T183450Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3246-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Barb DeRousie":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Fibre and textiles have finally been included in fine art galleries and museums around the world.  Come and see why.  This exhibi t of beautiful contemporary works in fibre by Elizabeth Carefoot and Neera Huckvale reveal the creativity\, ingenuity\, and time required to work wi th in this ancient medium. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Gage Gallery Arts Collecti ve\n\n\n\n 19 Bastion Square\, Victoria\, BC\n\n\n\n Opening Celebration: Friday\, May 16\, 5:30 - 7:30pm\n\n\n\n Artist Talks: Tuesday\, May 20\, 1 1:00 - 12:00pm\n\n\n\n Hours: Tuesday - Sunday\, 11:00 - 5:00pm\n\n\n\n Fr ee admission/Wheelchair accessible/All ages\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART:20250513T180000Z DTEND:20250602T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dover Quartet DTSTAMP:20250416T130455Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3245-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Farris":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The twice GRAMMY-nominated Dover Quartet returns to the V ictoria Summer Music Festival to present a special\, pre-season matinee co ncert of music by Mozart\, Janáček\, and Schumann.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Pre- concert talk: 1:30 pm\n\n\n\n Programme\n\n\n\n Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1 756-1791): Quartet in D major\, K. 575\n\n Leoš Janáček (1854-1928): Qu artet No. 1 (“Kreutzer Sonata”)\n\n - intermission -\n\n Robert Schu mann (1810-1856): Quartet No. 1 in a minor\, Op. 41\, No. 1\n\n\n\n Ticket s\n\n\n\n $45 general admission\n\n Free student tickets (first ten studen ts)\n\n Discounted student tickets (using promo code 'STUDENT15')\n\n $225 Dover Quartet + Festival Pass (six concerts for the price of five)\n\n\n\ n Information and tickets: vsmf.org\n\n DTSTART:20250524T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Analogue Sound workshop. (Make Your Own Microphone and Noise -Box) DTSTAMP:20250416T023442Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3244-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Anthony Carr":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n RAW STOCK Film Collective in partnership with FLUX Media Gallery in Victoria\, are running an Analogue Sound workshop.\n\n \"Make Y our Own Microphone and Noise-Box\"\n\n\n\n Ever wanted to work with sound and produce something unique and original? But you had a creativity block or lacked the skills?\n\n Well now is your chance to learn how to make sim ple devices which create unique and imaginative sounds and bring new inspi ration to your film and video soundtracks or art projects.\n\n\n\n Instruc tor: Dave Johnson (founding member of RAW STOCK Film Collective)\n\n Cost: $50\n\n Location: FLUX Media Gallery\, 1524 Pandora\, Victoria\n\n Date: Sat April 26th 2025\, 1-5pm\n\n\n\n For more info or to book your place em ail davefilms1998@yahoo(dot)com\n\n\n\n Participant numbers will be kept l ow to maximise contact time with instructor!\n\n\n\n Workshop Description: \n\n Participants will construct a microphone and a noise-box to record an d create experimental soundtracks! Participants will receive materials alo ng with a small shopping list they need\n\n to purchase on their own befor e the workshop. Most items can be found at your local Dollar store! No pre vious knowledge of sound recording or soldiering electronics and wires req uired!\n\n\n\n Materials participants will be using: 2x Piezo disc (pre-so ldiered)\, two cables (¼ inch) precut\, Stripped\, and labeled. Small spr ings\, wood screws\, hot glue gun\, tin foil\, electrical tape\, drill\, f inishing nails\, hammer\, wire cutters\, angle cutters.\n\n\n\n Shopping l ist for participants: A jar lid or small tin can (a tuna can also works we ll)\, Wooden box (Best results are about the size of a cigar box). In addi tion to these items\, Participants are encouraged to bring materials with rough surfaces or textures. \n\n DTSTART:20250426T200000Z DTEND:20250427T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Motion Picture Pinhole Camera Workshop DTSTAMP:20250416T022909Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3243-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Anthony Carr":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n RAW STOCK Film Collective in partnership with FLUX Media Gallery (Victoria\, BC) are running a Motion Picture Pinhole Camera worksh op.\n\n\n\n This back to basics\, hands-on\, analogue photography workshop will teach you all you need to know to create your very own pinhole motio n picture. From constructing a camera\, shooting a mini movie\, to eco-dev eloping\, you’ll learn the joy of drawing with light. \n\n\n\n All mater ials will be provided and participants will leave with their own camera\, film and hopefully some happy memories.\n\n\n\n Instructor: Anthony Carr ( founding member of RAW STOCK Film Collective)\n\n Cost: $50\n\n Location: FLUX Media Gallery\, 1524 Pandora\, Victoria\n\n Date: Sun April 27th 2025 \, 1-5pm\n\n\n\n For more info or to book your place email anthonycarr1977 @sky(dot)com\n\n\n\n Participant numbers will be kept low to maximise cont act time with instructor!\n\n\n\n Workshop Description: \n\n\n\n Intended for analogue beginners and aficionados alike\, this workshop will help par ticipants learn how to:\n\n *make a simple but perfectly functional analog ue film camera\n\n *use it to shoot a set of movie film stills\n\n *develo p the film stills using homemade eco-friendly\, plant-based film processin g\n\n * turn the movie stills into a mini movie\n\n\n\n This workshop coin cides with the annual Worldwide Pinhole Photography Day\, so participants have the chance to be a permanent part of this photographic archive\, alon gside other pinhole masterpieces and masters of their craft.\n\n https://p inholeday.org/\n\n\n\n Anthony Carr is a British Canadian visual artist\, working in photography\, sculpture and the moving image. A champion of ana logue photography and in particular lo-fi and alternative techniques inclu ding pinhole\, Carr is interested in and inspired by the intersection of a rt and science. His work has been exhibited in Europe\, Asia\, Australasia and North America and in 2021 he was awarded the inaugural Glover Rayner Prize for sustainable photography (UK) and a Greenlight film production gr ant from MediaNet (Canada). As an art educator\, Carr has run workshops in museums\, galleries\, schools\, universities and charities.\n\n DTSTART:20250427T200000Z DTEND:20250428T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Lorna Dockstader DTSTAMP:20250415T234809Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3242-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n With a mastery of colour and contrast\, Lorna Dockstade r’s new westcoast landscapes evoke a sense of serene contemplation. Each tells a story of untamed wilderness and the quiet strength of nature's el egance. Lorna has been painting for over 30 years and was elected a Senior Signature Member of the Federation of Canadian Artists in 2002.\n\n\n\n I mage: Sea Glass Colours Chesterman by Lorna Dockstader – acrylic on canv as\, 24 x 48 inches \n\n\n\n View Lorna's paintings on The Avenue Gallery' s website: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/painters/dockstader-lorna /\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250502 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250510 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Gallery Paint-In DTSTAMP:20250415T221755Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3241-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n  The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is excited to annou nce the 36th annual Art Gallery Paint-In on Saturday\, July 19\, 2025\, fr om 11am-6pm\n\n\n\n This beloved festival draws over 50\,000 visitors annu ally to explore art along Moss Street and brings Vancouver Island artists together in celebration of art!\n\n\n\n One of the largest free art festiv als of its kind in Canada\, this event features artists\, activities\, mus ic\, food\, and fun.\n\n\n\n  For more information visit our website >\ ; https://aggv.ca/art-gallery-paint-in-2025/\n\n\n\n ---\n\n The Art Gall ery of Greater Victoria is located on the traditional territories of the L ekwungen peoples\, today known as the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations. We e xtend our appreciation for the opportunity to live and learn on this terri tory.\n\n\n\n The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is committed to providin g a welcoming and accessible destination for all to enjoy. The main entran ce is wheelchair accessible with a ramp on the left side of the entrance w ith no handrail. There is one set of power doors located at the left side of the entrance at the top of the ramp. \n\n DTSTART:20250415T070000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Anne-Sophie Falcon er DTSTAMP:20250411T175941Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3240-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The Avenue Gallery is thrilled to welcome Anne-Sophie Fal coner\, a figurative sculptor who centres her work around the human soul\, exploring the fragility that defines us as human beings. Drawing from her own experiences\, she brings to light the aspects we often hide beneath t he surface. Her medium of choice is Winterstone (cement)\, and she is a se lf-taught artist.\n\n\n\n Originally from France\, Anne-Sophie moved to Ca nada after completing her university studies. She began her career in thea tre\, transitioned to fabric design\, and has spent the past decade focuse d on sculpture. Anne-Sophie now resides in Victoria\, BC\, where she conti nues to live and create.\n\n\n\n Image: ‘The Other’ (edition 6 of 10) \, by Anne-Sophie Falconer\, 19 x 26.5 x 12 inches (including stand)\, Win terstone (cement)\, pigments\, metal base\n\n\n\n View Anne-Sophie's sculp tures on The Avenue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegallery.com/artis ts/sculptors/falconer-anne-sophie/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250424 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250502 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saanich Scattered Artists Spring Art Tour DTSTAMP:20250411T044928Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3239-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Trenovafinearts":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The Saanich Scattered Artists Spring Tour is taking place on May 24 - 25\, 2025\, 11 AM to 4 PM. Eight locations hosting 32 artists . Enjoy a variety of art forms including original art in a wide variety of mediums\, textiles\, jewelry\, pottery\, sculpture\, art cards\, gourd ar t\, home décor\, handmade knives &\; much more. A free self-guided mar ket style event! Come peek into the studios and garden settings. Enter to win free gift baskets!  Music\, refreshments\, &\; more!  For up-to-d ate information follow us on Instagram or Facebook page.  Visit our websi te to find the map and view the artist profiles.\n\n\n\n https://www.insta gram.com/scatteredartists/\n\n\n\n https://www.facebook.com/scatteredartis ts\n\n\n\n https://scatteredartists.ca/\n\n\n\n FB Event link:  https://w ww.facebook.com/share/18gCLZ2ivr/\n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART:20250524T180000Z DTEND:20250525T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hills to Shore Artists Studio Tour DTSTAMP:20250408T210900Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3237-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Hills to Shore Artists":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join us for the annual Hills to Shore Artists Tour!\n\ n 🗓 May 10 &\; 11 | 🕚 11 AM – 4 PM\n\n\n\n Celebrate Mothe r’s Day weekend with a free\, self-guided tour featuring 23 local arti sts across 11 studios in Gordon Head\, Mt. Tolmie\, and Cadboro Bay.\n\n\n \n Meet painters\, sculptors\, potters\, jewellers\, textile and glass art ists\, and more as you explore vibrant studios and blooming gardens. Conne ct with the local art community\, and browse or buy unique\, handcrafted p ieces—rain or shine!\n\n\n\n 🗺️ Find the map and full details at h illstoshoreartists.ca\n\n 📲 Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for sne ak peeks and updates!\n\n\n\n\n DTSTART:20250510T180000Z DTEND:20250511T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TRANSCENDENCE DTSTAMP:20250406T042118Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3233-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Ainsley Guzman Jason":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n “TRANSCENDENCE”\n\n\n\n By Ainsley Guzman Jason \n\n \n\n Featuring guest artist Alfredo Guzman Schwartz \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n A pril 22 - May 11\n\n\n\n Opening reception: April 26 at 6-8pm\n\n\n\n \n Join us for a night of art\, philosophy\, and transformation. This show weaves together personal struggles\, poetic and philosophical insights\, a nd cosmic abstract creations to explore the journey from pain to faith in life. We invite you to look inward\, embrace your struggles\, and discov er beauty in resilience.\n \n\n \n Opening night features thought-provok ing conversations\, lively music\, and complimentary food and drinks—all designed to uplift and inspire. Come celebrate the human spirit and its p ower to transcend suffering.\n \n\n DTSTART:20250427T010000Z DTEND:20250427T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cordova Bay 55+ Art Group - Spring Show & Sale DTSTAMP:20250405T131211Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3232-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Walt":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The Cordova Bay 55+ Art Group is having a Spring art show and sale on May 10\, 2025\, from 10 am – 3 pm.  The show will take pla ce in the annex at Cordova Bay Elementary School at 5238 Cordova Bay Road.   Group members work in various mediums including watercolour\, acrylic\, oil\, pastel\, collage\, and mixed media.\n\n\n\n The art show will featu re original artwork\, art cards\, and a wide variety of artistic creations and gifts!  Come out and see the work of these talented artists and perh aps find a special gift for Mother’s Day!  \n\n\n\n Lots of great parki ng and free indoor event!\n\n\n\n A portion of the proceeds goes to suppor t the CB55+ Association.  Information about the Art Group is available a t  https://cordovabay55plus.org/activities-events/special-interest-groups /art-group/\n\n\n DTSTART:20250510T170000Z DTEND:20250510T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The University of Victoria Presents If Traces Remain: One of the Largest Exhibitions on Vancouver Island DTSTAMP:20250331T001523Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3231-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="EliasK":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Get ready for one of Vancouver Island's largest art exhib itions of the year! The University of Victoria’s Bachelor of Fine Arts g raduating class of 2025 is proud to announce their final collective exhibi tion\, If Traces Remain. This highly anticipated event showcases the diver se range of thematic\, conceptual\, and material approaches of 35 emerging artists from the University’s Visual Arts program. Featuring a striking and vibrant collection of works\, If Traces Remain highlights the diverse contexts and histories that shape our contemporary art landscape. \n\n\n \n Join us for the opening reception to experience an unforgettable evenin g on April 11\, 7 PM – 10 PM\, held at the University of Victoria’s Vi sual Arts building. Meet the artists\, view their remarkable work\, and ce lebrate the creative accomplishments of this year’s graduating Visual Ar ts students.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Opening Reception: April 11 at 7 PM\n\n\n\ n Exhibition Dates: April 12 - April 20\, open to the public daily from 10 AM to 6 PM\n\n Location: University of Victoria\, Visual Arts building\, 3800 Ring Rd\, Victoria BC\n\n \n\n Admission: Free\n\n DTSTART:20250412T020000Z DTEND:20250412T050000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TRANSCENDENCE DTSTAMP:20250330T121214Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3230-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Ainsley":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n An exhibition of figurative and abstract oil paintings by Ainsley Guzmán Jason.\n\n\n\n \n\n Join us for a night of art\, philosop hy\, and transformation. This show weaves together personal struggles\, po etic and philosophical insights\, and cosmic abstract creations to explore the journey from pain to faith in life. We invite you to look inward\, em brace your struggles\, and discover beauty in resilience.\n \n Opening nig ht features thought-provoking conversations\, lively music\, and complimen tary food and drinks—all designed to uplift and inspire. Come celebrate the human spirit and its power to transcend suffering.\n\n\n\n Opening Rec eption: April 26 6-8pm\n\n\n\n Show dates: April 22 - May 11\, open Tuesda y - Sunday 11-5pm\n\n DTSTART:20250422T180000Z DTEND:20250512T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hampton Concert Orchestra Spring 2025 Concert DTSTAMP:20250329T161312Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3229-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Hampton Concert Orchestra":broadland@xplornet. com DESCRIPTION:\n Under the baton of Dr. Charles Encell\, the Hampton Conce rt Orchestra will perform:\n\n\n\n Genoveva Overture - R. Schumann\n\n Sym phony No.1 \"Classical\" - S. Prokofiev\n\n Symphony No.5 \"Reformation\" - F. Mendelssohn\n\n\n\n Admission by donation.\n\n DTSTART:20250415T023000Z DTEND:20250415T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hampton Concert Orchestra Spring 2025 Concert DTSTAMP:20250329T160927Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3228-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Hampton Concert Orchestra":broadland@xplornet. com DESCRIPTION:\n Under the baton of Dr. Charles Encell\, the Hampton Conce rt Orchestra will perform:\n\n\n\n Genoveva Overture - R. Schumann\n\n Sym phony No.1 \"Classical\" - S. Prokofiev\n\n Symphony No.5 \"Reformation\" - F. Mendelssohn\n\n\n\n Admission by donation.\n\n DTSTART:20250413T213000Z DTEND:20250413T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victoria Baroque Presents Time and Space DTSTAMP:20250328T235836Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3227-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Soile Stratkauskas":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Time and Space\n\n Saturday\, May 10\, 2025 at 8:00pm\; d oors at 7:30pm\n\n In collaboration with The Centre of the Universe\; feat uring works by Haydn\, Bach and Mozart.\n\n\n\n Join us for the final conc ert of our 2024-2025 season\, a program of astronomical music by Bach\, Ha ydn\, Mozart\, Herschel\, and the late Canadian composer Jocelyn Morlock. Accompanied by astonishing and exquisite projected images curated by The C entre of the Universe\, this performance is sure to inspire!\n\n\n\n In th e Baroque and Classical eras\, music was thought to reflect the ordering o f the universe\, the movement of the emotions within the human body\, and intricate mathematical patterning. This program will explore the ways that music can suspend time\, measure space\, and create kaleidoscopic pattern ing in sound.\n\n\n\n Venue\n\n St. John the Divine\, 1611 Quadra Street\, Victoria\n\n\n\n Tickets available online and at the door: www.victoria-b aroque.com\n\n $35/general admission\, $5 student and youth\n\n Children u nder 12 accompanied by an adult are free. Not recommended for children und er seven.\n\n\n\n Accessible Seating\n\n St. John’s is wheelchair access ible through the garden doors on the north side of the church. Accessible seating can be arranged by emailing info@victoria-baroque.com before noo n on Friday\, May 9.\n\n DTSTART:20250511T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery - Feature Artist - Lisa Samphire DTSTAMP:20250328T234924Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3225-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Transparent flowing shapes unfold in brilliant colours ca pturing the essence of landscape\, in Lisa Samphire’s Landscape series.\ n\n\n\n Glass is the medium I have chosen to express and explore my intere sts in making art. It is the resolution of interrelated aesthetic and tech nical challenges that makes glass an exciting and rewarding medium in whic h to work. - Lisa Samphire\n\n\n\n Image: Abstract Landscape Vases by Lisa Samphire – blown glass\, 10.5\" high (left) and 8.5\" high (right)\n\n\ n\n View Lisa Samphire's glass on The Avenue Gallery's website: https://t heavenuegallery.com/artists/glaziers/samphire-lisa/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250416 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250424 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Jazzy Junk from Granny's Trunk DTSTAMP:20250328T163858Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3224-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Grandmothers":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Victoria Grandmothers for Africa have cleaned closets\, e mptied storage lockers and purged basements of accumulated treasures. Join us for some super bargains and unique finds from 25 households.\n\n\n\n S aturday April 26\, 2025\n\n 9:00 am – 1:00 pm \n\n Saint Peter’s Angl ican Church parking lot\n\n 3939 St. Peter’s Road\n\n\n\n Cash preferre d    \n\n\n\n For more information about the sale email vg4amarket@gmail .com\n\n\n\n Proceeds donated to the Stephen Lewis Foundation Grandmothers to Grandmothers campaign supporting African grandmothers. See www.vg4a.ca for more information.\n\n DTSTART:20250426T160000Z DTEND:20250426T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TEDxRRU DTSTAMP:20250326T191728Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3223-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Royal Roads University":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n TEDxRRU will take place on May 2\, 2025 at Royal Roads U niversity from 1 to 6:30 p.m. The independently organized event\, licensed by TED\, will feature local voices and TED Talks videos under the theme o f Changemaking. Tickets are now available for purchase.\n\n\n\n Launched in 2009\, TEDx is a program of locally organized events that bring the com munity together to share a TED-like experience. Some of the best talks fro m TEDx events have gone on to be featured on TED.com and garnered millio ns of views from audiences across the globe.\n\n\n\n TEDxRRU welcomes cha ngemakers to campus on May 2\, 2025 for an afternoon of inspiring talks a nd creative ideas that will ignite your passion for change and encourage y ou to take action. \n\n\n\n This special event features Royal Roads Unive rsity alumni and community speakers. Join them in championing ideas that c an change the world. \n\n\n\n TEDxRRU will inspire action\, foster innov ation and share ideas changemakers can bring forward in their work and per sonal lives.\n\n DTSTART:20250502T200000Z DTEND:20250503T013000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ballet Victoria's A Midsummer Night's Dream & New Works DTSTAMP:20250324T195942Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3222-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Ballet Victoria":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n “Shakespeare’s wit\, Mendelsohn’s musical brillianc e and Artistic Director\, Paul Destrooper’s choreographic magic let the dancers’ grace light up the stage in this “amusing tour de force.” A program filled with fairies\, humour and poetry for the whole family. Add itionally on the program\, a new work by Andrea Bayne and a surprise!\n\n\ n\n Performances at the Royal Theatre (805 Broughton Street)\n\n\n\n Frida y\, May 16 at 7:30 pm\n\n\n\n Saturday\, May 17 at 2:00 pm\n\n\n\n For mo re information please click here: https://www.balletvictoria.ca/a-midsumm er-nights-dream-and-new-works-2025/\n\n DTSTART:20250517T023000Z DTEND:20250518T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cages or Wings* - SingYourJoy in Concert DTSTAMP:20250324T183205Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3221-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Chepyha":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Come gather 'round people\n\n Wherever you roam\n\n And a dmit that the waters\n\n Around you have grown\n\n\n\n Modern day prophet Bob Dylan penned those words and released them for the world in February 1 964. Sixty-one years later the young adult singers of SingYourJoy will be releasing them again into times that are still a-changin’ – words ever poignant and relevant. SingYourJoy always searches for connection and mea ning in their concert programs – not in a forced way – but with an und erstanding that art is never positioned on a blank canvas. Art always has a backdrop of the social and geopolitical landscape of the day it is prese nted.\n\n\n\n In final preparation for our April concerts we are aware of how our eclectic repertoire (selected months ago) is speaking to us and he lping us in these uncertain times. Song responses to trauma and bullying l ike ‘Don’t Be Afraid’ by Allyson Reigh\, thought provoking ‘Woma n’ by Kristi Lane Sinclair\, a soothing reflection on the northern light s ‘Qilak’ by Andrew Balfour and Jonathan Larson’s question “cages or wings\, which do you prefer?”\, from his musical ‘tick\, tick…B OOM!’ all resonate with the choir and will inspire our audience. With ne w choral works by renowned and up-and-coming Canadian composers and songs by AURORA\, Elton John\, Sara Bareilles and of course Bob Dylan this conce rt program is already looking like one not-to-be-missed. \n\n\n\n And yet … there is more. Through special funding  provided by the Capital Regi onal District Arts &\; Culture Support Service\, SingYourJoy has been w orking collaboratively with Dr. Hussein Janmohamed on a new commissioned w ork – a new style of choral composition\, allowing the collective experi ences and learnings of all involved to culminate in a choral soundscape th at transcends conventional approaches.\n\n\n\n You are invited into this e vening of song:\n\n\n\n Cages or Wings* - SingYourJoy in Concert\n\n Frida y April 4 &\; Saturday April 5\, 2025: 7pm \n\n Oak Bay United Church  \n\n 1355 Mitchell Street\, Victoria\n\n $25 online and at the door\n\n\ n\n SingYourJoy Victoria is a non-auditioned chorus for young adults co-fo unded and co-directed by Christine Chepyha &\; Gordon Miller. This is a barrier-free organization – there are no fees and anyone ages 16-29 is welcome to join. Our members may be new to the city\, starting new careers \, entering a new field of study\, or just determining who they are. SingY ourJoy offers the unique opportunity of a safe space for creative expressi on\, learning new skills\, and forming new friendships.\n\n\n\n The SingYo urJoy Young Adult Chorus Society is grateful for the ongoing support of it s major sponsors: the Victoria Foundation (through the NRS Foundation and Larch Fund)\, the province of British Columbia and the Capital Regional Di strict Arts &\; Culture Support Service. \n\n\n DTSTART:20250405T020000Z DTEND:20250405T040000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20250405T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ho Tam: Icons Redux DTSTAMP:20250323T201806Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3220-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Deluge/Antimatter":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Icons Redux\n\n\n\n Ho Tam\n\n\n\n March 28 to April 26\, 2025\n\n\n\n Opening Friday\, March 28\, 7pm\n\n\n\n Deluge Contemporary Art\n\n\n\n 636 Yates St\, Victoria | deluge.ca | Wed–Sat noon–5pm\n\n \n\n Looping back three decades to a seminal suite of under-seen paintings by the Vancouver-based visual artist and publisher.\n\n\n\n Ho Tam is a C anadian visual artist whose practice spans video\, photography\, graphic d esign\, painting and print media. His work has been exhibited in public an d alternative galleries across Canada and internationally. As part of his art practice\, Tam edits and publishes artist's books.\n\n\n\n DTSTART:20250329T020000Z DTEND:20250427T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TEDxVictoria: Ripples DTSTAMP:20250321T175507Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3219-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Redbrick":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n In the spirit of ideas change everything\, TED created a program called TEDx. TEDx represents local\, self-organized events that br ing people together to share a TED-like experience. Our event is called TE DxVictoria\, where x = independently organized TED event.\n\n\n\n At our T EDxVictoria event\, live speakers and entertainers will combine to spark d eep discussion and connection. The TED Conference provides general guidanc e for the TEDx program\, but individual TEDx events\, including ours\, are self-organized.\n\n\n\n For tickets\, you can go to https://tedxvictoria .ca/ \n\n DTSTART:20250610T163000Z DTEND:20250610T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community Storytelling & Art: Orca Chief DTSTAMP:20250320T205117Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3218-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Oak Bay United Church":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n In honour of Earth Day 2025\, Oak Bay United Church is ho sting an all-ages community art &\; storytelling event\, featuring auth or Robert “Lucky” Budd.\n\n\n\n \n\n The event will begin at 2 pm (doo rs at 1:45 pm)\, with Budd telling the traditional Northwest Coast legend Orca Chief in the sanctuary. \n\n\n\n Afterwards\, all are invited to the downstairs Community Hall for hands-on art activities for all ages. Light refreshments will be available.\n\n\n\n \n\n Admission by donation: sugge sted minimum donation $5 per person on $10 for a family (no one will be tu rned away for lack of funds)\n\n\n\n \n\n Entry to the Oak Bay United Chur ch Sanctuary is via Granite St.\n\n\n\n \n\n Accessibility: for those with limited mobility\, the OBUC Sanctuary can be reached by an accessibility lift\, located off Granite Street\, just east of the main entrance ramp.\n \n\n\n For more information\, visit our website: www.oakbayunitedchurch.c a/events/community-storytelling-orca-chief\n\n DTSTART:20250426T210000Z DTEND:20250426T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Kimberly Kiel DTSTAMP:20250320T183025Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3217-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The crunch of leaves underfoot\, the sound of water nearb y… elements I can never get enough of and love to capture in paint! – Kimberly Kiel \n\n\n\n With a passion for exploration and a love for blend ing textures\, Kimberly Kiel’s paintings evoke a sense of wonder and del ight\, inviting viewers to experience the beauty of the world through her eyes.\n\n\n\n Image: ‘There You Go’ by Kimberly Kiel – oil on canvas \, 36 x 72 inches (diptych)\n\n\n\n View Kimberly Kiel's paintings online:  https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/painters/kiel-kimberly/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250408 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250416 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ballet Victoria's Carmina Burana DTSTAMP:20250318T180725Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3215-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Ballet Victoria":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Carl Orff's epic score\, live music and the emotionally c harged voices of the Victoria Choral Society under the baton of Brian Wism ath drive one of Artistic Director\, Paul Destrooper's masterpiece. Don't miss this riveting performance inspired by timeless medieval songs where l ove and passion make the world go round. \n\n\n\n Performances at the Roy al Theatre (805 Broughton Street)\n\n\n\n Friday\, March 21st at 7:30 pm\n \n\n\n Saturday\, March 22nd at 7:30 pm\n\n\n\n Sunday\, March 23rd at 2:0 0 pm\n\n\n\n For more information please click here: https://www.balletvi ctoria.ca/carmina-burana-2025/\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20250322T023000Z DTEND:20250324T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:\"Small World\" by Dallas Segno at Gage Gallery\, 19 Bastion Square - Artist Talk: April 12 @ 12PM DTSTAMP:20250319T012803Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3216-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Segno":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Victoria artist Dallas Segno\, invites you to a fun and e xciting visceral comic book world he creates using beautiful patterned pap ers from all over the world. These iconographic images accompanied by his identifiable style will have you talking for days.\n\n\n\n Artist Talks wi ll be held on Saturday\, April 12 @ 12 &\; 2PM\n\n\n\n Admission to Gag e Gallery is free\, gratuities to the Artist are welcome. Gage Gallery is closed on Mondays.\n\n DTSTART:20250401T180000Z DTEND:20250402T000000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20250420T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saanich Peninsula Arts & Crafts Society Exhibition & Sale DTSTAMP:20250317T191403Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3214-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Vincent":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n  \n \n  \n \n\n \n \n 2025 Spr ing Show\n \n\n \n \n \n Saanich Peninsula Arts &\ ; Crafts Society is a non-profit organization celebrating its 72nd Anniv ersary in 2025. One of its main roles is to promote member artists and the ir work. SPAC’s annual Spring Art Show\, held at the Mary Winspear Ce ntre in Sidney\, is its premier event.\n \n\n \n The Spri ng Art Show is recognized island-wide as a superior exhibition and sale o f original paintings\, sculpture\, clay\, glass\, fibre and textile arts\, jewellry\, metal and wood. Enjoy our expanded Gallery space this year\, s hop in our very popular Gift Shop and bring a friend for coffee.\n \n \n \n Dates:\n \n\n \n Art Patrons’ Gala Apri l 25\, 2025 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm\n \n\n \n Open to the Publi c April 26\, 2024 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and April 27\, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm\n \n\n \n Art PatronTickets:\n \n\n \n $175 per ticket (2 guests per ticket)\n \n\n \n Available onli ne until April 7\, 2024\n \n\n \n Show Tickets:\n \n\ n \n $10 per ticket\n \n\n \n Available online or at the door. Cash\, credit and debit cards accepted.\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n  \n \n \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n DTSTART:20250426T170000Z DTEND:20250427T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Laurie Mackie and Laura Strybosch at Studio 553 DTSTAMP:20250317T054420Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3213-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Art Openings":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The large-scale artworks of Laurie Mackie and Laura Stryb osch illuminate\n\n\n\n Studio 553 in historic Chinatown.\n\n\n\n April 10 -21\, 2025. Opening April 10\, 6-9pm.\n\n\n\n Location: 553 1/2 Fisgard St reet\, Victoria BC. V8W 1R5\n\n\n\n Hours: April 11-13 10am-5pm\; April 18 -20\, 10am-5pm\n\n\n\n Talk: by both artists April 13\, 2pm.\n\n\n\n https ://www.artopenings.ca/mackie-strybosch.html\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250410 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250422 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Spring Fling Book Fair DTSTAMP:20250314T211854Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3212-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Spring Fling Book Fair":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n More than 40 independent Victoria writers will be selling their books at Fernwood Community Centre on Gladstone off Chambers. Come\ , browse and find the book you've been looking for. Best of all\, you'll b e supporting the local community. The event is free\, and there's a door p rized drawn every hour. \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250329 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Guy Hollington DTSTAMP:20250312T181243Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3211-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Guy Hollington’s journey into the world of glass began almost by chance. A casual remark sparked his interest\, leading him to an introductory six-week course that soon evolved into a deep passion for bl own glass. Further studies at both the Corning Museum of Glass and the Pil chuck School of Glass allowed him to explore the complexities of glassblow ing\, refining his technique and expanding his artistic vision.\n\n\n\n Im age: ‘Stained Glass Vase’ by Guy Hollington – blown glass\, 15 x 8½ x 5 inches\n\n\n\n The Avenue Gallery\, 2184 Oak Bay Avenue\, Victoria BC   Monday-Saturday 10am to 5pm\, Sunday 12 to 4pm\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250331 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250408 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hike For Hospice DTSTAMP:20250310T231712Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3210-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Carley Gibson":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Victoria Hospice is thrilled to invite you to their annua l Hike for Hospice on Sunday\, May 4\, 2025\, at its new location – Wi llows Park in Oak Bay! Join them to help raise critical funds and awarene ss for Victoria Hospice while enjoying an impactful morning walk with your community.\n\n\n\n The scenic 3.5 km loop starts and ends at Willows Park \, taking you along beautiful Beach Drive to the Oak Bay Marina and back.\ n\n\n\n There are so many ways to participate: Encourage your workplace to join the Workplace Challenge\, bring along a four-legged friend for thei r chance to win the “Best Dressed Dog” award\, or Hike on Your Sit e – wherever suits you best. And if you’d like to volunteer\, your help is appreciated!\n\n\n\n Check-in and entertainment at Willows Park be gins at 9 a.m.\, opening ceremonies are at 9:45 a.m.\, and the walk begins at 10 a.m.\n\n\n\n Registration is open! Once you register\, your suppor ters will be able to pledge/donate to your fundraising page so be sure to share the link. You can also host fundraising events such as bottle drives \, bake sales\, jeans day and more. Need ideas? Visit our Fundraising Tips page for ways you can fundraise before the event.\n\n\n\n Register here : 2025 Hike for Hospice - Victoria Hospice\n\n\n\n Don’t miss your chan ce to walk in memory of a friend or loved one while raising funds in suppo rt of compassionate end-of-life care at Victoria Hospice.\n\n DTSTART:20250504T160000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Member's Annual Juried Bloom Exhibition DTSTAMP:20250309T225838Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3209-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Barb DeRousie":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Come join us for the 16th Annual Members’ Bloom Exhibit ion! It’s a magical escape from winter into a world of wonder. This year \, the show is judged by the talented artist Donna Rose Law\, whose beauti ful piece is featured on the Bloom poster. The show starts on Thursday\, M arch 20 and runs until Sunday\, April 13\, 2025. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Th ere’s an opening reception on Sunday\, March 23 from 1 to 3 pm with live music by JR &\; the Bad Ox Band. Come meet the artists\, enjoy the sho w\, and check out all the new stuff in our Gift Shop. Spring hours are Thu rsday to Sunday\, 12 to 4 pm starting March 20\, 2025.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n artsandculturecolwood.ca\n\n\n DTSTART:20250320T190000Z DTEND:20250320T230000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20250413T000000;BYDAY=SU,TH,FR,SA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:\"From Tree to Sea: Pine Needle Baskets\, Clay Faces & Paint ings” DTSTAMP:20250308T013937Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3208-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Barb DeRousie":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n As an active member of the Gage Gallery Arts Collective\, at 19 Bastion Square downtown Victoria\, you can always see a revolving d isplay of Karen Guilbault's work in the member's gallery.\n\n\n\n In the m ain gallery\, Karen will serve as the featured solo artist\, bringing you From Tree to Sea: Pine Needle Baskets\, Clay Faces &\; Paintings\, sc heduled to run from March 11 to 30\, 2025.\n\n\n\n The Opening Reception will be held on Saturday\, March 15\, from 1 to 4pm\, where visitors will have an opportunity to meet Karen and engage with her art. In addition\, s he will also be conducting a painting demonstration at the Gage Gallery on Saturday\, March 22 from 1 to 3pm\, allowing attendees to witness her art istic process firsthand.\n\n\n\n Karen also invites the community to parti cipate in her creative workshops\, including Pen Designs\, Rock-Painting\, and Pine-Needle Basketry. Interested individuals can sign up for these en gaging sessions while visiting the Gage Gallery or by contacting Karen dir ectly via email. Gallery hours: Tuesday to Sunday\, 11am to 5pm\, closed o n Mondays.\n\n\n\n Email: karenguilbault@hotmail.com \n\n\n\n Website: ka renguilbaultart.ca \n\n\n\n Instagram: @ka_ren2910\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n \n\ n\n\n  \n\n\n DTSTART:20250311T180000Z DTEND:20250312T000000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20250330T000000;BYDAY=SU,TU,WE,TH,FR,SA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Carolyn Houg DTSTAMP:20250307T181805Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3207-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Carolyn Houg's clay menagerie presents animals in playful \, unexpected ways\, inviting us to reflect on the shared experiences and connections we have with other creatures. With past accolades including an Award of Excellence and Designers' Choice Award at the Sooke Fine Arts Sh ow\, Carolyn has showcased her work in numerous solo and group exhibitions across Western Canada. She studied Fine Arts at Sir George Williams Unive rsity (now Concordia University) in Montreal and the University of Alberta in Edmonton.\n\n\n\n View Carolyn Houg's sculptures online: https://thea venuegallery.com/artists/sculptors/houg-carolyn/\n\n\n\n The Avenue Galler y\, 2184 Oak Bay Avenue\, Victoria\, BC V8R 1G3  Monday-Saturday 10am to 5pm\, Sunday 12 to 4pm\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250323 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250331 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Festival of New Works 2025 DTSTAMP:20250227T191856Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3206-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CCPA":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join us for a provocative and engaging showcase of new ar tistic works from a variety of disciplines including music\, dance\, and t heatre.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n March 7 | 7:30pm\n\n March 8 | 7:30pm\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Each evening of the festival is a collection of different works created by CCPA students.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n The Festival of New Works is part of CCPA’s Creative Mentorship Program\, which allows students to e xpand their artistic leadership in a discipline of their choice. Students explore roles such as a Director\, Deviser\, Choreographer\, Composer\, Fi lmmaker\, or Writer\, to develop their project from concept to performance .\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n All tickets are pay-what-you-can ($5 minimum in advan ce). All seating is general admission. Tickets available at ccpacanada.com /tickets\n\n DTSTART:20250308T033000Z DTEND:20250309T033000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella DTSTAMP:20250226T230905Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3205-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CCPA":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n This award-winning musical reimagines one of the world’ s most beloved characters with a refreshingly quirky\, irreverent twist – featuring the incredible music of Rodgers and Hammerstein. With stunni ng visuals\, tongue-in-cheek humour\, stagecraft\, and real magic\, this i s one walk down memory lane for the whole family that you don’t want to miss!\n\n\n\n “...reassuringly old-fashioned and refreshingly irreverent \, sentimental and snarky\, sincere and ironic\, all at once.”\n\n\n\n - New York Times\n\n\n\n \"Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella\" runs April 1 8 -26 at the McPherson Playhouse (3 Centennial Square). Tickets available at rmts.bc.ca\n\n\n\n Rodgers + Hammerstein's \n\n CINDERELLA\n\n Music b y Richard Rodgers\n\n Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II\n\n New Book by Dougl as Carter Beane\n\n Original Book by Oscar Hammerstein II\n\n\n\n Orchestr ations by Danny Troob\n\n Music Adaptation &\; Arrangements by David Ch ase\n\n\n\n Directed &\; Choreographed by Naomi Costain\n\n Music Direc tion by Jeff Poynter\n\n\n\n CINDERELLA is presented by arrangement with C oncord Theatricals on behalf of The Rodgers &\; Hammerstein Organizatio n. www.concordtheatricals.com\n\n DTSTART:20250419T023000Z DTEND:20250427T023000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Elizabethan Spring DTSTAMP:20250226T192912Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3204-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Sidneys Via Choralis":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Revel in the music of the Elizabethan countryside. Via Ch oralis presents chapel and court music along with lively tavern songs. The Banquo Folk Ensemble joins on 12th &\; 13th century instruments. Wel come spring with beautiful Renaissance music!\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20250427T210000Z DTEND:20250427T224500Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Twelfth Night DTSTAMP:20250225T221811Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3203-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Phoenix Theatre":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n MARCH 13–22\, 2025\n\n\n\n By William Shakespeare\n\n\n \n Director Fran Gebhard\n\n\n\n In the magical realm of Shakespeare’s I llyria\, Director Fran Gebhard offers a fresh interpretation of the timele ss comedy. Shipwrecked and separated from her twin brother Sebastian\, Vio la disguises herself as a young man to serve Duke Orsino. What follows is a whirlwind of romantic entanglements\, mischievous pranks\, mistaken iden tity and hilarious misunderstandings. Gebhard's vision transports the audi ence to a future era\, post climate change\, where traditional gender role s blur. Amidst wit\, humour and poetic language\, the play explores love's transformative power and the delightful chaos of reality &\; illusion. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Performances\n\n Tuesday to Friday evenings at 8 p.m.\n\n Saturday matinees at 2 p.m.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Single ticke ts are on sale on Mar. 3\, 2025.\n\n DTSTART:20250314T030000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20250315T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – William Liao DTSTAMP:20250225T193449Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3202-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n A graduate of Beijing Normal University\, William Liao ap proaches painting with a deep belief in artistic expression across all gen res. His subjects range from cityscapes and landscapes to florals\, portra its\, and abstract compositions\, with each painting reflecting his evolvi ng emotions and understanding of life. William views painting as a reflect ion of his life journey\, intertwined with music\, calligraphy\, literatur e and film. Past accolades include winning Art Battle Vancouver\, the Silv er Medal at the Signature Medal Show at Federation Gallery\, and First Pla ce in the Acrylics in Action show.\n\n\n\n William Liao's majestic\, new p ainting 'Fog and Snow' blends the beauty of nature with a sense of quiet r eflection. The mist and mountains capture more than just a scene\; they ev oke a feeling of peaceful solitude and a connection to something eternal.\ n\n\n\n Image: ‘Fog and Snow’ by William Liao – acrylic on canvas\, 36 x 36 inches\n\n\n\n View William Liao's paintings on The Avenue Gallery 's website: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/painters/liao-william/\n \n\n\n The Avenue Gallery\, 2184 Oak Bay Avenue\, Victoria\, BC V8R 1G3  Monday-Saturday 10am to 5pm\, Sunday 12 to 4pm\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250315 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250323 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victoria Hospice Spring 50/50 Raffle DTSTAMP:20250221T223412Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3200-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CarleyGibson":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Win big while supporting compassionate care at Victoria H ospice! Tickets are now on sale for the 2025 Victoria Hospice Spring 50/50 raffle.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Buy single tickets for $10\, a three-pack for $25\, 10 for $50 or 50 for $200. The anticipated jackpot is $15\,000 with proceeds split between the raffle winner and Victoria Hospice (tickets ava ilable online only)\n\n\n\n Whatever the amount\, you’re a winner when y ou support Victoria Hospice patients and families.\n\n\n\n Tickets will be on sale until Saturday\, May 3 at 4pm. The winner will be drawn on Saturd ay\, May 3 at 5pm.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Chances are 1 in 20\,400 to win a pr ize. Actual odds depend on number of tickets sold. Know your limit\, play within it. 19+ to play. BC Gaming Event License #159187\n\n\n\n \n \n \ n  \n \n \n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250221 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250504 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Bruce Edmundson DTSTAMP:20250220T173057Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3198-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Bruce Edmundson began wood carving in the early 1990s whi le working in the forest industry\, focusing on timber development and sil viculture. His deep appreciation for high-quality wood naturally evolved f rom his experience in the forests of British Columbia. He developed a part icular fascination with locally exotic and unusual woods\, with burls capt uring his special interest. These unique growths\, found on many trees\, s howcase the striking and distinctive features that people admire in wood\, often to an extraordinary degree.\n\n\n\n Image: 'Flight' by Bruce Edmund son\, Big Leaf Maple Burl\, Granite base\n\n\n\n View Bruce's sculptures o n The Avenue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/scul ptors/edmundson-bruce/\n\n\n\n The Avenue Gallery\, 2184 Oak Bay Avenue\, Victoria\, BC V8R 1G3  Monday to Saturday 10am-5pm\, Sunday 12-4pm\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250307 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250315 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Octet Victoria - Fire Salmer DTSTAMP:20250220T061526Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3197-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Octet Victoria":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join us for our upcoming concert centered around Edvard G rieg's Fire Salmer. The programme will include a mix of sacred and secular music\, including works by Bruckner\, Mendelssohn\, and Sibelius. One of the biggest differences between vocal and instrumental music is the inclus ion of words and the variety that different languages bring to music! We a re excited to share the beautiful Scandinavian and Finnish sounds that bri ng life and meaning to the notes on the page.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n FREE ADMI SSION\n\n\n\n Donations Encouraged\n\n\n\n More than 75% of the door donat ions from our concerts go to local Indigenous organizations such as Raven Trust Foundation and the Victoria Native Friendship Centre.\n\n\n\n  \n\n \n\n Accessibility:\n\n\n\n St. John’s is wheelchair accessible through the Garden doors on the north side of the building.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Per formers:\n\n\n\n Gina Johnson\, soprano\n\n\n\n Isolde Roberts-Welby\, sop rano\n\n\n\n Char Hodgkins\, alto\n\n\n\n Alana Hayes\, alto\n\n\n\n Felix Butterfield\, tenor\n\n\n\n Gordon Simmons\, tenor\n\n\n\n Nathan McDonal d\, bass\n\n\n\n Rowan McWilliams\, bass\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Octet Victoria is a fully professional group of eight singers who are committed to creat ing excellent choral music here in Victoria\, BC. Having a mixed choir of eight different voices allows a large amount of flexibility for repertoire \, and Octet Victoria has explored music from all time periods spanning Re naissance to modern day. While still a new group\, founded by Char Hodgkin s in 2022\, Octet Victoria has performed some of the richest music from th e choral tradition such as motets by J.S. Bach and J. Brahms\, as well as a variety of new music including selections by Canadian composers such as Ruth Watson Henderson\, Stephanie Martin\, and Nathaniel Dett.\n\n\n\n  \ n\n\n\n Octet Victoria makes music on the unceded ancestral lands of the l ək̓ʷəŋən (Lekwungen)\, now known as the Songhees and Esquimalt natio ns. We are grateful for their stewardship of these beautiful lands that nu rture\, inspire\, and sustain us.\n\n DTSTART:20250316T023000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victoria Guitar Society presents classical guitarist Marko T opchii in concert DTSTAMP:20250219T195732Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3196-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Guitar Society":broadland@xplornet.co m DESCRIPTION:\n The Victoria Guitar Society is pleased to welcome classic al guitarist Marko Topchii\, a recent GFA competition winner and globally sought artist.\n\n\n\n Born into a musical family in Ukraine in 1991\, Mar ko has garnered widespread acclaim for his exceptional talent and numerous competition victories. With over 100 awards in international classical gu itar competitions\, including First Prizes in prestigious events such as t he International Guitar Competition Francisco Tarrega and the Guitar Found ation of America International Concert Artist Competition in New York\, Ma rko has established himself as a one of a kind musician in the classical g uitar world.\n\n\n\n Marko’s performances have graced some of the most e steemed venues worldwide including Carnegie Hall (New York)\, the Salle Co rtot (Paris) and Yamaha Ginza Hall (Tokyo). His collaborations with orches tras\, spanning more than 15 concertos for guitar and orchestra\, showcase his depth and flexibility as a guitarist.\n\n\n\n Marko Topchii's discogr aphy includes several solo albums recorded under legendary classical music labels\, Naxos and Contrastes. His most recent Naxos recording was releas ed in Spring 2024 as part of the prestigious Guitar Foundation of Americ a’s Laureate Series.\n\n\n\n Beginning his guitar studies at the age of four under Volodymyr Homenyuk\, Marko went on to graduate from the Kharkiv Conservatory and pursue advanced studies under notable mentors like Volod ymyr Dotsenko and Yuri Aleksik. In 2018\, he joined the professional studi es programme of the San Francisco Conservatory in the class of Judicaёl P erroy\, with whom he continued his studies at Haute Ecole de Musique de Ge neve as part of the Master Soloiste programme.\n\n\n\n The classical guita r community is excited to have him visit Victoria.\n\n\n\n Advance tickets available through Eventbrite $20-30.  Visit www.victoriaguitarsociety.ca for more info.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n DTSTART:20250316T023000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Victoria Sketch Club 116th Annual Art Show and Sale DTSTAMP:20250218T232354Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3195-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Liz Sharp":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n You are cordially invited! The Victoria Sketch Club proud ly presents the 116th Annual Art Show and Sale\, March 18-23\, 2025 at the Glenlyon Norfolk School\, New gymnasium\, 1701 Beach Drive\, Oak Bay\, Vi ctoria. Opening Tuesday Mar. 18\, 4pm to 7 pm. Show continues daily\, Wedn esday to Saturday\, 10 am to 6 pm and Sunday\, 10 am to 3 pm. Door prize d raw 12:00 noon on Sunday March 23. Over 140 original paintings for sale. A rtists will be in attendance.\n\n DTSTART:20250318T230000Z DTEND:20250323T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Eunmi Conacher DTSTAMP:20250211T201631Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3194-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n With a formal education spanning the globe\, Eunmi Conach er has studied at Hong-Ik University in Soeul\, Korea\, The University o f Sydney\, Australia\, and Tsukuba University in Japan. Since immigrating to Canada over 25 years ago\, Eunmi has lived in Whistler\, Nanaimo\, and now calls Sooke home\, drawing inspiration from the natural beauty of Va ncouver Island. She is an Associate Member of the Federation of Canadian A rtists and an elected member of The Society of Canadian Artists.\n\n\n\n I describe myself as a contemporary\, impressionist and expressionist artis t. My desire is to create paintings which bring energy to the canvas. My w ork is more an expression of the mood in the scene rather than a realistic picture of the scene. My hope is that the viewers connect emotionally wit h the painting in their own way. The result I strive for is a painting fro m the heart. – Eunmi Conacher\n\n\n\n View Eunmi's paintings on The Aven ue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/painters/conac her-eunmi/\n\n\n\n The Avenue Gallery\, 2184 Oak Bay Avenue\, Victoria\, B C V8R 1G3 Monday to Saturday\, 10am-5pm\, Sunday 12-4pm\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250227 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250307 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CineVic Screening & Reception @ VFF DTSTAMP:20250211T193052Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3193-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CineVic":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n CineVic Screening @ VFF 2025\n\n\n\n We are thri lled to once again return to the Victoria Film Festival with our annual sc reening of local films\, showcasing the diversity of work created by our a mazing members – from comedy to drama\, documentary\, music video\, and even a dash of futurism.\n\n\n\n Sunday 16 February 2025\n\n 7:30pm\n\n Ci necenta @ UVic\n\n Student Union Building\n\n 3800 Finnerty Rd. B144\n\n V ictoria BC\n\n\n\n Get Tickets >\;>\;\n\n\n\n Total runtime: 100 minut es\n\n\n\n Please note this event is 19+. Screening will be followed by a short Q&\;A with filmmakers in attendance.\n\n\n\n\n 🥂 🎉\n\n You are also invited to a pre-screening reception to celebrate and network wit h local filmmakers and fellow festival movie-goers. Join us before the scr eening at:\n\n\n\n UVic Grad House\n\n (the building just north of Cinece nta)\n\n starting @ 5:30pm\n\n Sunday 16 February 2025\n\n Snacks will be provided and drinks will be available for purchase at the bar.\n\n\n\n  \ n\n DTSTART:20250217T013000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Andrii Yendakov DTSTAMP:20250204T212556Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3192-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The Avenue Gallery is delighted to introduce Andrii Yenda kov\, a Ukrainian-born artist with a deep understanding of light\, colour and composition. A passionate en plein air painter\, Andrii’s new collec tion reflects both his extensive artistic background and the inspiration h e’s found since making Victoria his home in 2024\, offering a fresh inte rpretation of nature’s beauty.\n\n\n\n “Inspired by Impressionism\, I focus on fleeting impressions\, the interplay of light and shadow\, and co nveying emotions through the richness of colour. My canvases are not merel y reflections of the world\, but interpretations shaped by direct observat ion and experience.” – Andrii Yendakov\n\n\n\n Image: ‘Richards Is land’ by Andrii Yendakov – oil on canvas\, 10 x 20 inches\n\n\n\n View Andrii's paintings on The Avenue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegal lery.com/artists/painters/yendakov-andrii/\n\n\n\n The Avenue Gallery\, 21 84 Oak Bay Avenue\, Victoria\, BC V8R 1G3  Monday-Saturday 10am to 5pm\, Sunday 12 to 4pm\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250219 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250227 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sneak Peek: Fresh New Perspectives for 2025 DTSTAMP:20250204T171239Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3191-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Barb DeRousie":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Arts &\; Culture Colwood Society presents: SNEAK PEEK: FRESH NEW PERSPECTIVES FOR 2025\n\n\n\n SNEAK PEEK CELEBRATES THE CREATIV ITY OF ALL OUR MEMBERS\, FROM BEGINNERS TO PROFESSIONALS!\n\n\n\n THE FIRS T 60 SUBMISSIONS ARE FEATURED- CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR DETAILS ON THE FUN\n\ n\n\n PHOTOBOMB OPENING!\n\n\n\n OPENING RECEPTION: SAT. FEB 22\, 1-3 PM\ n\n\n\n Everyone is welcome! Check out our new Gift Shop while you come t o browse.\n\n\n\n Hours: Thursdays to Sundays\, 11am - 3pm\n\n DTSTART:20250220T190000Z DTEND:20250316T220000Z RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20250316T000000;BYDAY=SU,TH,FR,SA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:This is Us DTSTAMP:20250204T165148Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3190-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Barb DeRousie":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Gage Gallery Celebrates 10 Years with “This Is Us”— a landmark exhibition honouring past and present artists\, the Gage Galler y Arts Collective are proud to announce their 10th anniversary show. Featu ring original works from the gallery’s 22 current members and special tr ibutes to past artists\, this milestone event showcases the vibrant legacy of one of Victoria’s most influential artist-run galleries. The show’ s opening reception will take place on Saturday\, February 22\, from 3-7 p m\, with a cake cutting and remarks at 4 pm. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n For ten years\, Gage Gallery has been a cornerstone of Greater Victoria’s cultur al scene\, drawing art lovers first to Oak Bay and now downtown by fosteri ng a dynamic space where creativity thrives. Founded in 2014 on Oak Bay Av enue by 17 members\, including Alain Vincent\, Alesha Fowlie\, Arlene Nesb itt\, Bonnie Helm-Northover\, Deirdre Kelly\, Dennis Shields\, Diana Durra nd\, Donald Ius\, Edmir Fernandes\, Frances Beckow\, Francis Sullivan\, Jo hanne Hemond\, Natalie Shumka\, Paddy Bruce\, Rodney Malham\, Shelby Assen heimer\, and Yvonne Freigang\, the gallery originated as an affordable\, w elcoming space for local artists to showcase their work and collaborate. E arly events\, such as a grand opening gala and art auction\, established a supportive community atmosphere. In 2021\, the collective moved to its cu rrent location in Bastion Square\, a vibrant downtown hub that offers doub le the gallery space and proximity to other cultural landmarks. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n “This Is Us” highlights the strength\, talent\, and evolut ion of Gage Gallery over the years. The three-week show will feature some of the best works of the current 22 members in the main gallery\, while th e members’ gallery in the second room will showcase artworks available f or immediate purchase. An in-gallery slide show will display pictures of p ast members and their artwork\, recognizing their lasting contributions to the collective. Visitors will experience a diverse range of artwork\, inc luding works on paper\, paintings\, sculptures\, 3-D mixed media\, drawing s\, fabric art\, prints\, encaustic works\, and photographic prints. \n\n \n\n  \n\n\n\n The gallery warmly invites all those who have been involve d with Gage Gallery over the years to visit the opening reception on Febru ary 22 or drop by during the exhibition to share memories and reflections in the guest book. “Gage Gallery is more than just a gallery—it’s a community\,” says Margo Cooper\, the longest-standing continuous member of the collective. “This exhibition is both a tribute and an invitation. It’s a chance for us to celebrate where we’ve been\, where we are\, a nd where we’re going.” “We are so grateful for the continuing suppor t of our patrons and fans\,” adds Tanya Bub\, long-time member. “Their encouragement and engagement make creating art so worthwhile. It’s trul y a joy to share our work with them and feel their appreciation in return. ” \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n The gallery’s move to Bastion Square marked a t ransformative moment in its history. “Artists will have more wall space to exhibit their work both in the main gallery as well as in the members ’ gallery\,” said member Elizabeth Carefoot at the time of the move. L ocated in a lovely\, multi-use plaza that attracts locals and tourists ali ke\, the new space has solidified Gage Gallery as a key destination within Victoria’s downtown art scene. Gage Gallery has continually demonstrate d resilience and adaptability\, even during the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2020\, at the height of the shutdowns\, the gallery kept art accessible by hosting small rotating member exhibitions in its Oak Bay Av enue storefront window\, providing passersby with fresh displays weekly. A s soon as it was safe to do so\, Gage Gallery celebrated with a community exhibition that honored resilience and the role creativity plays in overco ming life’s most challenging moments. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n The Gage memb ers are deeply grateful for the visitors who have supported the gallery by attending shows\, opening events\, and purchasing local artwork. Gage Gal lery is proud to be a vibrant and successful locus of creativity in the he art of Victoria’s downtown core\, attracting locals\, tourists\, student s\, and fellow artists who make it a regular part of their art tours and c ultural explorations. “Victoria is home to so many talented and creative people\,” says member Stefan Lehmann. “We are honored to be part of s uch a vibrant community that values and supports the arts. It’s this sha red love of creativity that keeps the gallery thriving and inspires us to keep innovating.” \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n The public is invited to join in the celebration at the opening reception on February 22\, where guests can meet the artists\, enjoy refreshments\, and take in a decade’s worth of creative excellence. Admission is free\, and all are welcome. \n\n DTSTART:20250218T190000Z DTEND:20250310T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victoria Baroque Presents Gloria DTSTAMP:20250203T021926Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3189-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Soile Stratkauskas":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Featuring the Choir of St. John the Divine and vocal solo ists under the direction of David Stratkauskas\n\n\n\n A choral celebratio n including Vivaldi’s beloved Gloria and Mozart’s youthful and provo catively elegant Missa brevis in Bb\, K. 275. Both composers brought the expressivity and drama of theatrical music into their sacred writing\, cre ating pieces that are captivating and uplifting with fast-paced changes of mood and colour.\n\n\n\n Soloists\n\n\n\n Jennifer Turner\, soprano\n\n C helsea Kutyn\, mezzo soprano\n\n Adam Dyjach\, tenor\n\n Nathan McDonald\, baritone\n\n DTSTART:20250302T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Everything but Money Book Tour with Jessica Moorhouse DTSTAMP:20250131T195159Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3188-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Munro Books":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Come join JESSICA MOORHOUSE for the Victoria stop on her national book tour to celebrate the release of her debut and Globe and Mai l bestselling book Everything but Money: The Hidden Barriers Between You a nd Financial Freedom.\n\n\n\n The event will take place at Munro's Books i n downtown Victoria. Jessica will take the stage for a talk and workshop ( she'll guide you through some of the exercises in her book!)\, a special r eading\, and an audience Q&\;A. Copies of Jessica's book will be availa ble for purchase and all attendees will get the chance to meet Jessica plu s get their book signed. Light refreshments will be provided.\n\n\n\n Secu re your seat now because capacity is limited.\n\n\n\n WHEN: Wednesday\, Fe bruary 19 at 7:00 PM (doors at 6:30 PM)\n\n\n\n WHERE: In-store at Munro's Books\, 1108 Government St.\n\n\n\n WHAT: Book event and workshop with Je ssica Moorhouse.\n\n\n\n HOW: Get your free ticket at everythingbutmoneyvi ctoria.eventbrite.ca\n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART:20250220T030000Z DTEND:20250220T043000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:OUTstages: a decidedly queer theatre festival DTSTAMP:20250129T205316Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3187-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="IntrepidTheatre":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join the party! OUTstages Festival returns January 30 - F ebruary 9 to heat up your winter with 11 days of eclectic and electric sho ws from leading queer artists from Whitehorse\, Vancouver\, and Toronto/UK \, alongside local performance-makers.\n\n\n\n Back by popular demand afte r its commission and sold-out premiere at the 2024 OUTstages\, Playlist\, the latest work of acclaimed author and story-teller Ivan Coyote returns t o the Metro Theatre. Explore an unhinged and reckless deep dive into sexua l desire\, power dynamics and vulnerability in The Goldberg Variations fro m Toronto/UK performance artist Clayton Lee\, or go on paranormal burlesqu e romp in Hilary Fillier’s Fringe hit\, ParaNorma PI. Embark on a journe y through local drag history with Drag Sunday Productions’ Drag Through Time\, or join drag artists Ket Bush and Vivian Vanderpuss as they explore the art of lip sync in a series of drag experiments in Mouthful that star t before the curtain even goes up. Follow local actor and comedian Ciaran Volke as the titular character in Saturn Return as he sings his way throug h the nine circles of Hell\, or catch a fabulous cabaret: TransFixed Cabar et: Welcome to the Party brings you your local cabaret of all trans perfor mers\; the Two-Spirit Cabaret is a celebration of the strength\, beauty\, and talent of local queer and Two-Spirit Indigenous artists hosted by loca l drag favourite Eddi Licious. Plus\, get OUT and join us at a number of f ree community events\, workshops and more.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n View the ful l show calendar &\; schedule of events\, read more\, and buy your ticke ts here: https://intrepidtheatre.com/festivals/outstages/\n\n\n\n Locatio ns:\n\n\n\n The Intrepid Studio - 1609 Banshard St. \n\n\n\n The Festival Hub - 2A - 1609 Blanshard St. \n\n\n\n The Metro Studio - 1411 Quadra St .\n\n DTSTART:20250130T080000Z DTEND:20250210T075900Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Robert Wilman DTSTAMP:20250129T183250Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3186-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The Avenue Gallery is delighted to introduce the stunning woodturning of Robert Wilman\, a talented artist from Pender Island. With over 40 years of experience\, Robert primarily works with salvage wood\, including native maple\, fruitwoods\, and ornamental trees. His pieces oft en highlight natural imperfections such as spalting\, cracks\, and exposed bark\, embracing the wood’s inherent beauty and character.\n\n\n\n Robe rt’s process combines precision with spontaneity\, guided by the grain a nd defects of the wood. He uses both power and hand-carving tools to creat e unique textures\, often incorporating dyes\, stains\, and metal leaf. Ea ch piece evolves organically\, with no two being exactly alike\, ensuring that every creation is one-of-a-kind.\n\n\n\n View Robert's woodturning on The Avenue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/sculp tors/wilman-robert/\n\n\n\n The Avenue Gallery\, 2184 Oak Bay Avenue\, Vic toria\, BC V8R 1G3  Monday - Saturday 10am to 5pm\, Sunday 12 to 4pm\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250211 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250219 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Corre Alice DTSTAMP:20250124T190133Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3185-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Enter a modern realm of botanical wonder in Corre Alice's newest floral paintings! This collection offers a captivating fusion of m ovement and serenity\, inviting the viewer into a world of vibrant colour and tranquil elegance.\n\n\n\n When I paint flowers\, bees and trees it’ s with a light heart and gratitude for this world of ours. It’s about co lour and joy. – Corre Alice\n\n\n\n View Corre's paintings on The Avenue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/painters/alice-c orre/\n\n\n\n The Avenue Gallery\, 2184 Oak Bay Avenue\, Victoria\, BC  M onday-Saturday 10am to 5pm\, Sunday 12 to 4pm\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250203 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250211 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Valentine's Day Crafternoon DTSTAMP:20250122T182458Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3184-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Oak Bay United Church":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Come make Valentine's Day crafts for friends and enjoy a cup of coffee in community!\n\n\n\n A nursery playroom will be available f or parents with infants and toddlers.\n\n\n\n Oak Bay United Church is loc ated at the corner of Mitchell and Granite Streets.  Entry to this free e vent will be through the accessible level ground entrance off of Granite S t\, located just east of the main entrance ramp.\n\n\n\n For more info abo ut this event and OBUC\, visit our website: https://www.oakbayunitedchurch .ca/\n\n DTSTART:20250208T210000Z DTEND:20250208T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Red Sphere and Friends (In Support of Little Fernwood) DTSTAMP:20250109T220940Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3179-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="FCAA":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Live at Little Fernwood! Jan 18th\n\n Doors 7pm\, Show 8p m\n\n the Little Fernwood Fundraiser Weekend concert\n\n\n\n Red Sphere + Ian Davies + Sophia Miller\n\n all ages - bar w/ID\n\n thanks @phillipsbee r\n\n\n\n Suggested donation $25 adults $10 youths\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n DTSTART:20250119T030000Z DTEND:20250119T070000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ride the Cyclone DTSTAMP:20250115T235725Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3183-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CCPA":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Six teens\, one wild\, hilarious\, deadly ride!\n\n\n\n A hit off-beat\, off-Broadway musical created in Victoria\, BC! Come along on a darkly comic roller coaster ride that follows six teenagers who awake in limbo and meet a mysterious fortune teller who gives them a chance to return to earth if they can tell a story “like no other”. Packed with music\, magic\, and mirth\, this masterpiece of musical theatre has made i ts way around the world and now comes back to the Island. Buckle up!\n\n\n \n Book\, Music &\; Lyrics by Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell\n\n\n\n Directed by Jordan Laffrenier\n\n Choreographed by Laura Ross\n\n Music D irection by Stephanie Sartore\n\n\n\n Friday\, February 7 2025 | 7:30PM\n\ n Saturday\, February 8 2025 | 2:00PM*\, 7:30PM\n\n Sunday\, February 9 20 25 | 2:00PM\n\n Thursday\, February 13 2025 | 7:30PM\n\n Friday\, February 14 2025 | 7:30PM\n\n Saturday\, February 15 2025 | 2:00PM\, 7:30PM\n\n *R elaxed Performance\n\n\n\n Tickets available at ccpacanada.com/tickets\n\n DTSTART:20250208T033000Z DTEND:20250215T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Denna Erickson DTSTAMP:20250114T201135Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3182-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n A vibrant celebration of life\, Denna Erickson’s painti ngs are rich with personal symbols and organic shapes\, layered in glazes of luminous colour. These forms transcend through transparent layers of pa int\, creating depth and vitality.\n\n\n\n Born in Edmonton\, Alberta\, De nna holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Emily Carr Institute of Art and Design and a Bachelor of Education from the University of Victoria.\n\n\n \n View Denna's paintings on The Avenue Gallery's website: https://theave nuegallery.com/artists/painters/erickson-denna/\n\n\n\n The Avenue Gallery \, 2184 Oak Bay Avenue\, Victoria\, BC V8R 1G3  Monday-Saturday 10am to 5 pm\, Sunday 12 to 4pm\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250126 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250203 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday Art Lecture Series 2025 Flower Art Fusions DTSTAMP:20250112T171430Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3181-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Associates Communications":broadland@xplornet. com DESCRIPTION:\n Over four Sundays from February 9 through April 13\, Flow er Art Fusions explores the art of flowers and flowers in art from the gar den to the fresco\, manuscript\, altar\, canvas\, and vase. Beginning with an historical overview of flowers in Western art\, talks will focus on fl owers in Canadian art\, floral colour theory in Impressionism and beyond\, and flowers in Japanese painting.\n\n\n\n Featuring Dr. Betsy Tumasonis\, February 9\; The Honourable Patricia Bovey\, February 23\; Christen Geall \, March 2\; in the Spencer Room of the AGGV\; and Dr. Ignacio Adriasola ( via Zoom)\, April 13. Moderator\, arts writer Liam Lacey.\n\n\n\n $100 Ser ies\; $35 Individual lectures -- Online sales only. Don't delay. Seating i s limited. \n\n\n\n For full bios\, synopses and ticket sales visit https ://aggv.ca/sunday-art-lecture-series-2025/\n\n DTSTART:20250209T220000Z DTEND:20250413T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:A Night at the Movies with Ken Lavigne DTSTAMP:20250110T021015Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3180-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="VanCity Harmony":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Step into the magic of the silver screen with A Night at the Movies\, a breathtaking musical journey celebrating the greatest hits of your favourite films. Performed by Ken Lavigne\, and the award-winning voices of VanCity Harmony\, this evening promises to transport you through the soundtracks that have defined generations.\n\n\n\n From sweeping orch estral scores to chart-topping pop hits\, experience the drama\, romance\, and adventure of iconic films brought to life through exquisite a cappell a harmonies. Sing along to timeless classics\, be dazzled by electrifying performances\, and revel in the nostalgia of your favorite movie moments.\ n\n\n\n Whether you're a fan of action-packed blockbusters\, heartfelt lov e stories\, or animated treasures\, A Night at the Movies is an unforgetta ble showcase of music and memories. Join us for a night of lights\, camera \, and vocal action!\n\n DTSTART:20250215T033000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Featuring Little Fernwood Variety Show DTSTAMP:20250109T205556Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3176-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="FCAA":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Get ready for an evening of entertainment\, laughter\, an d inspiration at our upcoming Variety Show Fundraiser! This event promises to be a night to remember\, featuring a diverse lineup of talented perfor mers from our community.\n\n\n\n Event Highlights:\n\n\n\n \n Spoken word /literary reading\n \n \n Comedy Acts\n \n \n Musical Performance\n \n \ n Poetry performers\n \n \n Chekov’s The Dangers of Tobacco performe d by Theatre Inconnu’s Clayton Jevne\n \n\n\n\n Why Attend? This variet y show is not just about entertainment\; it’s about making a difference. All proceeds from the event will go towards Little Fernwood helping us to advance the public’s appreciation of the arts by operating a vibrant\, welcoming\, inclusive and accessible neighbourhood venue.  Your support w ill enable us to continue our important work and create positive change in Fernwood.\n\n\n\n Event Details:\n\n\n\n $25 Suggested donation for adult s $10 youths\n\n\n\n At the Little Fernwood\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n DTSTART:20250118T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:YOGA CLASS (by donation to help little fernwood) DTSTAMP:20250109T220050Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3177-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="FCAA":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join Roxie for a fun and welcoming yoga class to raise fu nds for Little Fernwood. Practice in a joyful and inclusive space.\n\n\n\n Little Fernwood is near and dear to us and I hope to see you there! All d onations are warmly welcomed!\n\n\n\n Class is open to EVERYONE! Bring you r family\, kids\, grandparents – all bodies\, ages and levels welcome.\n \n\n\n https://www.acrossthewater.me/events/little-fernwood-donation\n\n DTSTART:20250119T190000Z DTEND:20250119T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Sunday: Finding Beauty in Broken DTSTAMP:20250109T174153Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3175-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join us for a Family Sunday focusing on our exhibition\, Beauty of Mending: Kintsugi and Beyond!\n\n\n\n This exhibition\, featurin g the work of \"ceramic therapist\"\, Naoko Fukumaru\, shows us how someth ing broken can be transformed into a work of art. This theme will run thro ugh all of our art making this Family Sunday\, whether it’s playing wi th “accidental” brushstrokes\, trying your hand at stitching on fabric patches\, artistically mending hand made clay structures\, or painting ri ch colours on creased rice paper. Everything has beauty\, once we learn ho w to see it.\n\n\n\n ---\n\n\n\n * Family Sundays are included with admiss ion *\n\n\n\n Admission is always free for:\n\n • Visitors aged 25 and u nder\n\n • AGGV Members\n\n • Indigenous Peoples\n\n • Support Worke rs\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Family Sunday happens every third Sunday of the mont h from October – June\, and is an afternoon of exploring hands-on art-ma king and ideas for all ages. This recurring program often features special guests like storytellers\, artists\, performers or musicians.\n\n\n\n Vis it aggv.ca for more details and to see what's on.\n\n ---\n\n The Art Ga llery of Greater Victoria is located on the traditional territories of the Lekwungen peoples\, today known as the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations. We extend our appreciation for the opportunity to live and learn on this ter ritory.\n\n The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is committed to providing a welcoming and accessible destination for all to enjoy. The main entrance is wheelchair accessible with a ramp on the left side of the entrance wit h no handrail. There is one set of power doors located at the left side of the entrance at the top of the ramp.\n\n DTSTART:20250119T220000Z DTEND:20250120T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Jo-Anne Westerby DTSTAMP:20250108T183143Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3174-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Jo-Anne Westerby was born in Ottawa\, raised in Victoria\ , schooled in Montreal\, careered in Ontario and now calls Nanaimo her hom e. She is an abstract artist working with acrylic paints and mediums and s tudied Studio Art at Concordia University. She is an active member of the Federation of Canadian Artists and the international Abstract’d Art Coll ective.\n\n\n\n Ever since I was little\, I’ve been most comfortable out side. I’m most myself in the Pacific Northwest forests\, by any ocean\, river\, lake or pond\, and especially in my garden. I love the immensity a nd the minutiae of the mossy rainforest floor\, of the ripples and reflect ions in water\, and of the colours and patterns of flowers and foliage. I relish the solace\, mindfulness\, calm\, rest and peace these places give me. I’m outside every day\, gently looking\, listening\, and absorbing. By opening my senses and lingering in nature I bridge the gap between natu re and myself and find my ‘small self’ over and over again. This state of soft fascination nurtures my art practice.   – Jo-Anne Westerby\n\ n\n\n View Jo-Anne's paintings on The Avenue Gallery's website: https://t heavenuegallery.com/artists/painters/westerby-jo-anne/\n\n\n\n The Avenue Gallery\, 2184 Oak Bay Avenue\, Victoria\, BC\, Monday-Saturday 10am to 5p m\, Sunday 12 to 4pm\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250118 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250126 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Becky Holuk DTSTAMP:20241227T181117Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3173-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Step into a world of blossoms with Becky's newest paintin gs\, celebrating the beauty of flowers in her vibrant\, distinctive style. Becky is a Calgary-based artist who began her artistic journey with a yea r of Fine Arts at the University of Regina before completing the four-year Visual Communication program at the Alberta College of Art and Design in Calgary\, where she earned the Illingworth Kerr Award for excellence in dr awing and design. After a decade of working as a full-time graphic designe r and illustrator\, Becky shifted her focus entirely to her passion for fi ne art painting.\n\n\n\n Becky views each painting as an opportunity to ex press joy and gratitude through colour and motion\, inspired by her experi ences with nature's splendour.\n\n\n\n View Becky's paintings on The Avenu e Gallery's website: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/painters/holuk- becky/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250110 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250118 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Introducing Feature Artist – Richar d Motchman DTSTAMP:20241227T180503Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3172-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Born in Mombasa\, Kenya\, and raised in Penticton\, BC\, Richard's artistic journey began at an early age. Inspired by his reading of Vincent van Gogh in his teens\, he became determined to pursue a life i n art. Richard went on to earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Arts from the University of Victoria in 1982.\n\n\n\n Richard's captivating nature paintings challenge traditional perspectives\, drawing us into the delicat e\, tangled beauty of Vancouver Island's undergrowth. His work encourages contemplation and offers a renewed appreciation for the often-overlooked d etails of our natural world. Join us in welcoming Richard and his vibrant vision to the gallery!\n\n\n\n We are delighted to welcome Richard Motchma n as a new addition to the fine painters showing at The Avenue Gallery! \ n\n\n\n View Richard's paintings on The Avenue Gallery's website: https:/ /theavenuegallery.com/artists/painters/motchman-richard/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250102 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250110 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Now and Then DTSTAMP:20241226T162356Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3171-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Langham Court Theatre":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Written by Sean Grennan and directed by Francis G. Matheu \n\n\n\n Sometimes what happens after last call just might change your lif e. One night in 1981\, as Jamie is closing the bar where he works\, a desp erate last-minute customer offers him and his girlfriend\, Abby\, $2\,000 to sit and have a drink with him. Who wouldn’t take it? The young couple begins to realize that this older man is unusually invested in their choi ces… and then a very displeased second stranger arrives. This heartfelt romantic comedy is about the costs of the choices we make and the people w ho make them with us.\n\n\n\n ASL Interpreted Performance: Friday\, Februa ry 7\n\n DTSTART:20250302T220000Z DTEND:20250303T003000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20250216T000000;BYDAY=SU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Now and Then DTSTAMP:20241226T162128Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3170-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Langham Court Theatre":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Written by Sean Grennan and directed by Francis G. Matheu \n\n\n\n Sometimes what happens after last call just might change your lif e. One night in 1981\, as Jamie is closing the bar where he works\, a desp erate last-minute customer offers him and his girlfriend\, Abby\, $2\,000 to sit and have a drink with him. Who wouldn’t take it? The young couple begins to realize that this older man is unusually invested in their choi ces… and then a very displeased second stranger arrives. This heartfelt romantic comedy is about the costs of the choices we make and the people w ho make them with us.\n\n\n\n ASL Interpreted Performance: Friday\, Februa ry 7\n\n DTSTART:20250130T033000Z DTEND:20250130T060000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20250215T000000;BYDAY=WE,FR,SA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Robert Burns Memorial Concert DTSTAMP:20241221T223924Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3169-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Gaelic Choir":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The Victoria Scottish Gaelic Choir and St. Andrew's Presb yterian Church present the Robert Burns Memorial Concert. Enjoy an afterno on of music\, prose\, and other Scottish cultural entertainment to celebra te the life and work of Robert Burns. Tea and shortbread will follow the c oncert.\n\n\n\n Sunday January 19\, 2:30 PM\n\n Doors at 2:00 PM\n\n\n\n S t. Andrew's Presbyterian Church Kirk Hall\n\n 680 Courtney St\, Victoria\n \n\n\n Tickets $12 available at https://www.eventbookings.com/b/event/robe rt-burns-memorial-concert\n\n Children 12 &\; under free\n\n\n\n Please purchase tickets in advance. Tickets may not be available at the door.\n\ n DTSTART:20250119T223000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victoria Baroque Presents Bach in the Pub Series | David Gre enberg and Friends DTSTAMP:20241221T005634Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3168-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Soile Stratkauskas":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Bach in the Pub Series | David Greenberg and Friends \n\ n Wednesday\, January 15\, 2025 at 7:00pm\n\n Food and drink service begin ning at 5:30pm\n\n\n\n Let David charm you with whimsical fiddle tunes and Bach for solo violin (with the help of a few friends).\n\n \n\n \"What I especially love about these baroque-folk pairings are the surprising thing s that one genre learns from the other—the music's emotional range incre ases dramatically. Their combined story feels spontaneous and capable of e xpressing both profound melancholy and wild joy.\" - David Greenberg\n\n \ n\n Venue\n\n Hermann’s Jazz Club\, 753 View Street\n\n\n\n Tickets avai lable online and at the door: https://hermannsjazz.com/show/726098/view\n\ n $30/general admission\n\n\n\n Accessible Seating\n\n Hermann’s Jazz cl ub is accessible at street level with a small ramp to the door. If you hav e specific accessibility needs\, please indicate your needs in the notes s ection when booking your tickets.\n\n DTSTART:20250116T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TD JazzFest 2025: Madeleine Peyroux with Special Guest DTSTAMP:20241218T185935Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3167-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Tickets on sale now!\n\n\n\n “No matter what she sings about\, Peyroux… does it with intelligence and wit\, culturally aware an d musically sweet-natured.” – The Arts Desk\n\n\n\n Georgia-based\, Pa ris-raised singer-songwriter Madeleine Peyroux has captivated audiences fo r over three decades with her soulful voice\, impeccable phrasing\, and ti meless artistry. Often compared to Billie Holiday\, Peyroux blends jazz\, blues\, and folk influences into a sound that is both classic and uniquely her own. With a career that began busking on the streets of Paris\, Peyro ux rose to international acclaim\, earning multiple awards and mainstream success in 2004 when her album Careless Love sold half a million copies. H er music is celebrated for its heartfelt lyricism and understated elegance \, making her one of the most iconic voices in contemporary jazz.\n\n\n\n Peyroux has toured and collaborated with luminaries such as k.d. lang\, Me shell Ndegeocello\, Marc Ribot\, and Walter Becker. Her brand-new ninth al bum Let’s Walk (2024) deftly interweaves jazz\, folk\, and chamber pop\, and is Peyroux’s most assured\, courageous work to date. She first appe ared at TD JazzFest 2005\, and we now welcome back this living legend and her band live at TD JazzFest 2025’s opening night. Secure your spot for an unforgettable evening of world-class music with an artist in peak form! \n\n\n\n Tickets:\n\n\n\n $85.00/$74.00/$61.00 (taxes &\; service charg e incl.)\n\n\n\n Only Available Through:\n\n\n\n Royal &\; McPherson Bo x Office (250-386-6121 | rmts.bc.ca)\n\n DTSTART:20250621T023000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Victoria Arion Male Choir Welcome New Singers to 2025 Op en Houses DTSTAMP:20241217T041357Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3166-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Johnson":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n We are actively seeking new singers for our non-audit ioned choir starting in the new year\, January 2025.  We sing in four-par t harmony and our repertoire covers a wide variety of styles. Come and joi n us on Mondays\, starting January 6th at 7:00 pm. We rehearse at Cordova Bay United Church\, 813 Claremont Ave. Our open houses are January 6th\,13 and 20thand are open to all who want to try us out! Our musical director is Sean Lampard-Quicke and our collaborative pianist is Jennifer Mitchell. Both are talented\, professional choral musicians.\n \n\n \n For more in formation on becoming a member or about the choral scholar program please contact Jim Johnson at jimmysj@shaw.ca or check out our web site at www.va mc.ca.\n \n\n \n The Victoria Arion (A-RYE-ON) Male Choir was created in 2018 with the merger of the Arion Male Voice Choir (possibly the oldest of its type in Canada) and the Victoria Male Voice Choir\n \n\n \n  \n \n\ n\n\n  \n\n\nrecruitposter (003) (4) (1).docx \nchoral scholarship poster VAMC 2024-2025.pdf DTSTART:20250107T030000Z DTEND:20250107T050000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=7;UNTIL=20250120T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victoria Jazz Society Presents: Rémi Bolduc Jazz Quartet DTSTAMP:20241217T001140Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3165-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Swingin’ With Oscar\n\n With over 40 years of experienc e in the industry\, Montreal’s jazz musician/educator Rémi Bolduc is un arguably one of Canada’s best saxophonists\, having released 11 jazz alb ums that feature collaborations with notable musicians such as Kenny Werne r\, Marc Johnson\, Ben Monder\, and Jerry Bergonzi. Bolduc’s musical tal ent and expertise have earned him a dedicated following\, with audiences c aptivated by his dazzling virtuosity and mature musical style. Since his a rrival in Montreal in 1982\, he has been highly active on the music scene\ , participating in numerous projects and recording several albums\, as wel l as being a member of the Bernard Primeau Jazz Ensemble and the Vic Vogel Big Band. Beyond his musical achievements\, he is a Yamaha Artist and D ’Addario Canada Artist\, and is an associate professor at McGill Univers ity in Montreal.\n\n\n\n After having released their 2017 album Swingin’ With Oscar to critical acclaim\, the Rémi Bolduc Jazz Quartet\, featurin g a lineup of top-tier Canadians\, will celebrate iconic jazz pianist Osca r Peterson’s 100th birthday in 2025 at Hermann’s Jazz Club! Paying tri bute to this legendary musician will be Taurey Butler piano\, Dave Laing d rums\, and Ira Coleman bass.\n\n\n\n TICKETS on sale now!\n\n\n\n $42 Adva nce/VJS Members/Students | $47 at the door (taxes incl.)\n\n\n\n Available Through:\n\n\n\n Victoria Jazz Society Office | 250-388-4423 | 975A Alsto n St. (No Service Charges)\n\n\n\n Royal &\; McPherson Box Office | 250 -386-6121 | www.rmts.bc.ca (Service Charges Apply)\n\n DTSTART:20250220T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victoria Jazz Society Presents: Kellylee Evans DTSTAMP:20241217T000934Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3164-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n “Through addicting jazz compositions and her powerful e xpression of soul\, Evans exemplifies her signature sound while taking her artistry to new heights.” – Cashbox Canada\n\n\n\n JUNO Award-winning Ottawa-based jazz/soul vocalist and storyteller Kellylee Evans is a high- octane\, chameleon-like performer whose natural charm and improvisational vocal style embody jazz\, soul\, pop\, and hip-hop. A 2011 JUNO winner and 2018 nominee\, she has tackled everything in such classics fight or fligh t?\, Nina – her 2011 Juno-winning tribute to the legendary Nina Simone – and I Remember When. Her 2015 Decca album\, Come On\, is a wonderfull y refreshing album about love and life that comes on the heels of two near ly career ending accidents\, including a freak lightning strike in her Ott awa kitchen. However\, Kellylee Evans is nothing if not resilient and has been captivating audiences along her journey\, opening for stars such as J ohn Legend\, George Benson and Willie Nelson\, as well as singing the nati onal anthem at Toronto Raptors and Ottawa Senators games. Since her last p erformance in Victoria in 2019\, she has released two EPs\, Greenlight (20 21) and recently\, Show Love (2024). Now you can experience this stylistic connoisseur live\, in her element as part of her Story and Song project w ith Michael Shand keys at Hermann’s Jazz Club on February 13.\n\n\n\n TI CKETS on sale now!\n\n\n\n $38 Advance/VJS Members/Students | $43 at the d oor (taxes incl.)\n\n\n\n Available Through:\n\n\n\n Victoria Jazz Society Office | 250-388-4423 | 975A Alston St. (No Service Charges)\n\n\n\n Roya l &\; McPherson Box Office | 250-386-6121 | www.rmts.bc.ca (Service C harges Apply)\n\n DTSTART:20250214T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Octet Victoria - Christmas Music DTSTAMP:20241201T185418Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3163-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Octet Victoria":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join us for our upcoming concert of Christmas Music! This will be a beautiful concert including works by Poulenc\, Byrd\, Britten\, and Howells. We will also sing some well-loved traditional carols. Octet Victoria is enjoying the process of rehearsing this wonderful mix of ethe real\, soothing\, and joyous music.\n\n\n\n Octet Victoria is a fully prof essional group of eight singers who are committed to creating excellent ch oral music here in Victoria\, BC. Having a mixed choir of eight different voices allows a large amount of flexibility for repertoire\, and Octet Vic toria has explored music from all time periods spanning Renaissance to mod ern day.  While still a new group\, founded by Char Hodgkins in 2022\, O ctet Victoria has performed some of the richest music from the choral trad ition such as motets by J.S. Bach and J. Brahms\, as well as a variety of new music including selections by Canadian composers such as Ruth Watson H enderson\, Stephanie Martin\, and Nathaniel Dett.\n\n\n\n Performers:\n\n\ n\n Gina Johnson\, soprano\n\n Isolde Roberts-Welby\, soprano\n\n Char Hod gkins\, alto\n\n Alana Hayes\, alto\n\n Tim Carter\, tenor\n\n Gordon Simm ons\, tenor\n\n Nathan McDonald\, bass\n\n Rowan McWilliams\, bass\n\n\n\n FREE ADMISSION\n\n Donations Encouraged\n\n More than 75% of the door don ations from our concerts go to local Indigenous organizations such as Rave n Trust Foundation and the Victoria Native Friendship Centre.\n\n\n\n Acce ssibility:\n\n St. John’s is wheelchair accessible through the Garden do ors on the north side of the building.\n\n\n\n Octet Victoria makes music and operates on the unceded ancestral lands of the lək̓ʷəŋən (Lekwun gen)\, now known as the Songhees and Esquimalt nations. We are grateful fo r their stewardship of these beautiful lands that nurture\, inspire\, and sustain us.\n\n DTSTART:20241221T033000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sense and Sensibility DTSTAMP:20241129T231743Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3162-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CCPA":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Witty\, Wise and Wonderfully Romantic!\n\n\n\n You loved the novel. Fall in love with it again as this literary classic comes alive on stage! Watch the Dashwood sisters navigate love\, loyalty\, and longin g in this brilliant adaptation of Jane Austen’s masterpiece adapted by a Canadian playwright. Poignant and nostalgic\, punctuated by inimitable En glish wit\, this timeless tale has something for everyone.\n\n\n\n Sense a nd Sensibility by Michelle Deines\n\n Adapted from the novel by Jane Auste n\n\n Directed by Barbara Poggemiller\n\n\n\n Thursday\, December 12 2024 | 7:30PM\n\n Friday\, December 13 2024 | 7:30PM\n\n Saturday\, December 14 2024 | 2:00PM*\, 7:30PM\n\n Sunday\, December 15 2024 | 2:00PM\n\n *Relax ed Performance\n\n\n\n Tickets available at https://www.ccpacanada.com/ti ckets/\n\n DTSTART:20241213T033000Z DTEND:20241215T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Carols for Christmas DTSTAMP:20241107T191221Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3156-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Sidneys Via Choralis":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Via Choralis has been entertaining Sidney audiences for t wenty five years. This Christmas\, audience participation will be a key pa rt of the performance\, with much loved carol favourites interspersed thro ughout the choir’s carefully curated program.\n\n\n\n The 40 voice ensem ble led by Kathryn Whitney will present familiar classics\, including an a rrangement of the Boar’s Head Carol by the choir’s founder Nicholas Fa irbanks. The centrepiece of the concert is the extended Fantasia on Christ mas Carols by English composer Ralph Vaughn Williams.\n\n\n\n Tickets are $35 for adults and $10 for children under 12.  They're available at Tanne r's Books in Sidney\, Seaberry's at Mattick farms\, from choir members or at the door. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\ncarols final co mpressed.pdf DTSTART:20241215T220000Z DTEND:20241215T233100Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victoria Baroque Presents Phantasm Featuring David Greenberg \, Violin and Fiddle DTSTAMP:20241115T231024Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3161-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Soile Stratkauskas":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n David Greenberg\, baroque violinist and Cape Breton fiddl er\, leads a program exploring sweet sleep\, dreams\, and the things that go bump in the night. The program will include selections from Purcell’s incidental music for A Midsummer Night’s Dream\, Vivaldi’s flute con certo “La Notte\,” Celtic folk songs\, and other night-themed music.\n \n\n\n Venue\n St John the Divine\, 1611 Quadra St\, Victoria\n\n\n\n Acce ssible Seating\n\n St. John’s is wheelchair accessible through the garde n doors on the north side of the church. Accessible seating can be arrange d by emailing info@victoria-baroque.com before noon on Thursday\, Januar y 16.\n\n\n\n Tickets available online and at the door: Tix - Ticket Sale s - Event Details\n\n\n\n $35 general admission\, $5 student &\; youth\ n\n DTSTART:20250118T033000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Antigone: 方 DTSTAMP:20241114T235345Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3160-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CCPA":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Powerful and hard-hitting\, Ho Ka Kei’s retelling of a Greek classic is inspired by contemporary protests. This play will sweep y ou up with its unforgettable characters and references that are all too re levant in an increasingly polarised world. You will leave inspired: “In the courage of a young woman there is hope for the future”.\n\n\n\n  \n \n\n\n Antigone: 方 by Ho Ka Kei (Jeff Ho)\n\n Directed by Marjorie Chan\ n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Thursday\, November 28 2024 | 7:30PM\n\n Friday\, Novem ber 29 2024 | 7:30PM\n\n Saturday\, November 30 2024 | 2:00PM*\, 7:30PM\n\ n Sunday\, December 1 2024 | 2:00PM\n\n *Relaxed Performance\n\n\n\n  \n\ n\n\n Tickets available at ccpacanada.com/tickets\n\n DTSTART:20241129T033000Z DTEND:20241201T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:All That Glitters XII - Jewellery Fundraising Exhibition for Victoria Hospice DTSTAMP:20241114T200438Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3159-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n This December\, The Avenue Gallery hosts their highly ant icipated 12th annual jewellery fundraiser for Victoria Hospice\, All That Glitters XII\, showcasing stunning\, wearable art created by the finest b outique jewellers in Canada. From December 1 to 31\, a percentage of each jewellery sale will be donated to Victoria Hospice\, offering each of us t he opportunity to acquire a little gem while supporting this invaluable co mmunity treasure. Looking fabulous has never felt so rewarding!\n\n\n\n Th e Avenue Gallery\, 2184 Oak Bay Avenue\, Victoria\, BC V8R 1G3\n\n\n\n Mon day-Saturday 10am to 5pm\, Sunday 12 to 4pm\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250101 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Field Notes: Impressions from the Pacific by Cindy Wright DTSTAMP:20241108T034003Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3158-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Schmiedl":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Field Notes: Impression from the Pacifics evokes the idea of a scientific journey as seen through the eyes of a marine scientist du ring their career. The subtitle is also a gentle play on words that descri bes the primary intaglio printing process developed by the artist to captu re the exquisite textural details of marine organisms. In this exhibition\ , Wright composes her love letter to the beautiful and strange creatures t hat inhabit the watery realm of the Pacific Ocean. This exhibition consist s of intaglio prints\, with some cyanotypes that are portraiture images of marine organisms collected from the shoreline and at sea during scientifi c expeditions. \n\n\n\n Opening Friday November 8\, 2024\n\n\n\n Artist Ta lk: Sunday November 17\, 1:00\n\n Cindy will give an artist talk and discu ss how her career as a marine scientist influences her art and how she use s mark making and experimental methods to produce her prints.\n\n\n\n Arti st Workshop/Demo Sunday November 24\, 12-3:00\n\n DTSTART:20241109T190000Z DTEND:20241125T000000Z RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;INTERVAL=3;UNTIL=20241124T000000;BYDAY=SU,SA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Celebrate A Life DTSTAMP:20241105T231801Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3155-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Carley Gibson":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n A Memorial Time of Reflection and Remembrance with Victor ia Hospice\n\n\n\n Sunday\, December 8th\n\n\n\n 1:30 – 2:45\n\n\n\n Adm inistration Building - Woodward Room- Royal Jubilee Hospital\n\n\n\n  \n\ n\n\n Join us to remember and celebrate our loved ones who have died. The Spiritual \n\n\n\n Care Team will lead us through a quiet time of words\, music and candle lighting. \n\n\n\n All are welcome!\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Co mplimentary Parking available in lot J directly behind the Administration Building\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Sponsored by Earth's Option\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n DTSTART:20241208T213000Z DTEND:20241208T224500Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:A Season of Light DTSTAMP:20241105T003638Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3154-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Childrens Choir":broadland@xplornet.c om DESCRIPTION:\n Join the Victoria Children's CHoir as they celebrate the coming of winter\, a season of light! VCC presents 150 young singers\, age s 7-20\, from the Prelude\, Recital\, Concert and Youth Choirs performing across two concerts! A Season of Light is a concert that promises to wrap audiences up in the warmth of song with works by Handel and Lauridsen\, an d Canadian composers Rupert Lang\, Andrew Balfour and so many more. Come a nd enjoy this beautiful offering with us December 7th and 8th\, at 2pm in Alix Goolden Hall\, 900 Johnson street. For tickets visit: https://www.sh owpass.com/a-season-of-light/\n\n DTSTART:20241207T220000Z DTEND:20241209T000000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20241208T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hampton Concert Orchestra Fall 2024 Concerts DTSTAMP:20241101T162111Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3150-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Hampton Concert Orchestra":broadland@xplornet. com DESCRIPTION:\n Under the baton of Charles Encell\, and featuring soloist Elene Antontceva (Russia)\, the Hampton Concert Orchestra will perform: \ n\n\n\n W.A.Mozart - Don Giovanni Overture \n\n\n\n E.Lalo - Cello Concert o in D minor - Elena Antontceva (cello) \n\n\n\n F.J.Haydn - Symphony No.1 04 in D major \"London\" \n\n\n\n Admission by Donation.\n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART:20241201T223000Z DTEND:20241202T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hampton Concert Orchestra Fall 2024 Concerts DTSTAMP:20241101T162457Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3151-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Hampton Concert Orchestra":broadland@xplornet. com DESCRIPTION:\n Under the baton of Charles Encell\, and featuring soloist Elene Antontceva (Russia)\, the Hampton Concert Orchestra will perform: \ n\n\n\n W.A.Mozart - Don Giovanni Overture \n\n\n\n E.Lalo - Cello Concert o in D minor - Elena Antontceva (cello) \n\n\n\n F.J.Haydn - Symphony No.1 04 in D major \"London\" \n\n\n\n Admission by Donation.\n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART:20241203T033000Z DTEND:20241203T050000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VJS Presents: Stephane Wrembel Quartet ft. guest pianist Jea n-Michel Pilc DTSTAMP:20241031T184114Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3149-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n GRAMMY-winning French jazz musician/composer Stephane Wre mbel remains one of the preeminent guitarists in the world specializing in the traditional style inspired by Romani guitar master\, Django Reinhardt . Wrembel’s exceptional grasp of this style transcends jazz\, blues\, fl amenco\, and rock while adding his own distinct flair.\n\n\n\n Stephane Wr embel has released over 20 critically praised albums\, produced his own gl obally recognized annual music festival \"Django A Gogo\" since 2003\, and had his original compositions featured in filmmaker Woody Allen’s motio n pictures. In addition to his song “Big Brother” in Vicky Cristina Ba rcelona\, Wrembel’s irresistibly catchy “Bistro Fada” in the Oscar-w inning Midnight in Paris secured the GRAMMY win for “Best Compilation So undtrack for Visual Media” in 2013. Wrembel continued to turn heads in t he jazz world in 2019 when he released the highly regarded Django L’Impr essionniste\, refocusing the spotlight on 17 of Reinhardt’s illustrious preludes for solo guitar. His NYC-based group\, Django New Orleans\, sold out eight shows at Dizzy’s Club at Jazz at Lincoln Center in 2021. He ha s headlined Jazz at Lincoln Center\, Carnegie Hall\, The Town Hall in NYC\ , and The Lyon Opera House in France\, as well as shared stages with Esper anza Spalding\, Mark O’Connor\, Sam Bush\, Elvis Costello\, The Roots\, and Al Di Meola.\n\n\n\n Now\, Stephane Wrembel brings his 2024 three-part recording series\, Triptych\, to Sidney’s Charlie White Theatre at the Mary Winspear Centre in time for Django Reinhardt’s 115th birthday on J anuary 23. Joining Stephane Wrembel’s Quartet on stage will be special g uest and Paris-born\, Montreal-based piano virtuoso Jean-Michel Pilc. This evening is set to be a truly unparalleled live experience for all music-l overs.\n\n DTSTART:20250124T033000Z DTEND:20250124T053000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Bob Leatherbarrow DTSTAMP:20241030T174923Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3146-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n We are thrilled to welcome Bob Leatherbarrow to The Avenu e Gallery! Bob is a self-taught artist who has been creating with kilnform ed glass for over 35 years. He specializes in working with glass powders t o create his signature-style organic textures.\n\n\n\n Bob's fascination w ith textures developed during his working career as an exploration geologi st. Observing and interpreting subtle textures in rocks while on the job e volved into seeing textures as a familiar but important part of our everyd ay visual landscape.\n\n\n\n Bob's current Homecoming series revisits a previous series\, but with a difference. By substituting transparent powde rs for opaque powders\, Bob has created a bold new collection of jewel-ton ed vessels. Transitions in colour are created by careful layering of powde rs and multiple firings in the kiln. The top and bottom surfaces are polis hed to enhance colour clarity.\n\n\n\n View Bob's collection on The Avenue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/glaziers/leather barrow-bob/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241122 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241201 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:A Christmas Concert with the Victoria Scottish Gaelic Choir DTSTAMP:20241026T192116Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3145-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Gaelic Choir":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Nollaig Chridheil! Join The Victoria Scottish Gaelic Choi r for our annual Christmas concert featuring traditional Gaelic songs and holiday favourites\n\n\n\n Enjoy a warm and cheerful afternoon of traditio nal Scottish Gaelic music along with new and old holiday favourites. There will be tea and light refreshments following the performance.\n\n\n\n  \ n\n\n\n 2:00 PM December 8th at 2964 Tillicum Rd (Trinity Presbyterian Chu rch)\n\n\n\n Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at https://www.eventbook ings.com/b/event/victoria-gaelic-christmas\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20241208T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victoria Choral Society Celebrates 90 Years of Choral Music! DTSTAMP:20241025T201907Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3144-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Choral Society":broadland@xplornet.co m DESCRIPTION:\n The Victoria Choral Society\, under Music Director Brian Wismath\, is delighted to present Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Requiem\,  Laudate Dominum\, and Ave Verum Corpus at Christ Church Cathedral at 2:3 0 pm on Sunday\, November 16th\, 2024. Please join us in celebrating this significant milestone.\n\n\n\n Tickets are available online or at the door starting October 1st at https://www.victoriachoralsociety.ca/concerts/  Adults $35\, Student / Income Accessible $10. We recommend purchasing tick ets online and arriving at least 20 minutes early as we expect a full audi ence.\n\n\n\n This glorious program features a 150-member choir accompanie d by an orchestra of musicians from the Victoria Symphony\, as well as loc al soloists Jennifer Turner (soprano)\, Jennifer Lang (mezzo)\, Jan van de r Hooft (tenor)\, and Nathan McDonald (baritone).\n\n\n\n “I fear I am w riting a Requiem for myself.” - Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)\n\n\ n\n Unfinished at the time of Mozart’s death in 1791\, “[…] the Requ iem Mass for the Dead\, arguably the most potent and all-embracing of the Church’s liturgical rites\, encompasses the whole range of human emotion from terror and awe to confidence that the dead can indeed depart in peac e. Mozart’s music takes us deep into the human condition with pleas to b e heard and comforted (Voca me)\, pleas for healing (Salva me)\, finding t he still centre in the rest (Requiem) at the end of tears (Lacrimosa) [... ]”\n\n – Elizabeth Courtney\, VCS Alumna\n\n\n\n Mozart composed Laud ate Dominum in 1780 as part of “Vesperae solennes de Confessore\, K. 33 9\,” a six-movement liturgical work. Set as an extended aria for sopran o and chorus\, its long luxurious melody for solo soprano is answered and supported by the chorus. This short masterpiece was in great demand in the nineteenth century and inspired all kinds of popular arrangements for different combinations of instruments.\n\n \n\n It was in 1791 in his fina l six months that Mozart composed Ave Verum Corpus. This short motet of 4 6 measures is a choral gem recognized for its beauty and simplicity. The t ext\, a 14th century Eucharistic hymn\, contemplates suffering and redemp tion\, while elements of the composition foreshadow the magnificent Requi em.\n\n\n\n About the Victoria Choral Society\n\n\n\n The Victoria Choral society\, founded in 1934\, is a mixed-voice auditioned symphonic choir de dicated to presenting the finest choral music from baroque to contemporary \, achieving excellence through innovation and collaboration. It continues to play a leading role in Victoria’s cultural life.\n\n DTSTART:20241116T223000Z DTEND:20241117T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fab5 Meraki Show DTSTAMP:20241024T174833Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3143-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Peninsula Newcomers Art Sh":broadland@xplornet .com DESCRIPTION:\n We are a group of artists who met through the Peninsula N ewcomers Club and came together through our love of art\n\n\n DTSTART:20241101T170000Z DTEND:20241107T113000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:WINTER WONDERS Art Show & Sale DTSTAMP:20241024T035322Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3142-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Trenovafinearts":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n WINTER WONDERS Art Show &\; Sale\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Sa anich Artists have come together for the weekend of Nov 9 &\; 10 for th e WINTER WONDERS Art Show &\; Sale\, taking place on Nov 9 &\; 10\, from 11to 4pm. The public is invited to come and enjoy a variety of art fo rms including Fine Art\, Art Prints\, Fabric Art\, Jewelry\, Art Cards and unique artisan gifts. If you are looking for that extra special Christmas Gift you’re sure to find it here. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Come and enjoy t his festive Art Show.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n The Show will be at the Arts Cali bre Academy located at 2625 Artbutus Road. Look for the road signs!\n\n\n\ n  \n\n\n\n Some of the artists profiles can be found at \n\n\n\n https: //scatteredartists.ca/artist-profiles/\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n DTSTART:20241109T180000Z DTEND:20241110T000000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20241110T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:43rd Annual Dickens Christmas Market DTSTAMP:20241023T183404Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3141-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Irish Whiskey Hooley":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n Celebrating its 43rd year\, this is one of Victo ria’s oldest and best-loved Winter Craft Fairs. Our carefully curated Va ncouver Island and Gulf Island artisans offer an amazing variety of afford able handmade and homemade products. With over 60 vendors there will be so mething for everyone!\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Date: Saturday\, December 7th\, 2024\n \n \n Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm\n \n \n Location: James Bay Com munity Centre\,140 Oswego Street\, Victoria\, BC\n \n \n Admission: $3 (c ash) or $3.50 (debit/credit card)\n \n \n Free for Children under 12 (acc ompanied by an Adult)\n \n\n\n\n Come meet and support your local makers\, bakers and growers – hear their stories and learn first-hand how and wh y they do what they do. Enter a wonderland of treasures\, with vendors off ering everything from wood-work to jewelry\, fine arts\, candles\, clothin g\, knits\, foods\, baked goods and so much more!\n\n\n\n You will recogni ze many of your favourite James Bay Community Market vendors in addition t o many new-to-you vendors showcasing their work at the Dickens Fair for th e first time. The variety and quality will impress even the most discernin g shoppers.\n\n\n\n Are you or anyone you know interested in volunteering at this year’s Dickens Fair? Check out the link below to find out how yo u can be a part of one of Victoria’s favourite Winter Markets. Voluntee r at Dickens Fair\n\n\n DTSTART:20241207T180000Z DTEND:20241208T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victoria Guitar Society presents classical guitarist Artyom Dervoed in concert DTSTAMP:20241020T161828Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3140-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Guitar Society":broadland@xplornet.co m DESCRIPTION:\n The Victoria Guitar Society is pleased to welcome a retur n visit from world renowned classical guitarist Artyom Dervoed.\n\n\n\n Re cognized as “a musician with a wide dynamic range\, an intelligent and e xpressive phrasing\, and a technical facility with no discernible limitati ons\,\" (Editions Orphee\, USA)\, maestro Dervoed has achieved an active r ecording career\, and no less than 16 first place awards in various intern ational competitions. A regular guest on the world’s most prestigious st ages\, including the Berliner Philharmonie\, Kölner Philharmonie\, Tonhal le Düsseldorf\, Carnegie Hall\, Jordan Hall\, Bunka Kaikan\, and Great Ha ll of the Moscow Conservatory. Having mastered the entire standard orchest ral\, chamber and solo guitar literature\, he is significantly expanding t he existing repertoire through collaborations with leading composers\, who se works he inspires\, commissions and performs. \n\n\n\n Born in Southern Russia\, Mr. Dervoed began his guitar studies with Sergey Annikov\, Elena Svetozarova and Leonid Reznik. He later trained with Prof. Nikolay Komoly atov at the Schnittke Music College and Gnesin Academy in Moscow\, Aniello Desiderio at the Koblenz Guitar Academy in Germany\, and Oscar Ghiglia at Accademia Chigiana in Italy\; he has received honorary scholarships from the City of Moscow\, Vladimir Spivakov International Foundation\, and the Russian Foundation for the Performing Arts. \n\n\n\n The classical guitar community is excited to have him return to Victoria. Tickets $20-30 availa ble in advance through the EventBrite link at www.victoriaguitarsociety.ca \n\n DTSTART:20241109T033000Z DTEND:20241109T050000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:42nd Annual Peninsula Co-op Santa Claus Parade presented by Chek Media DTSTAMP:20241017T190424Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3139-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Irish Whiskey Hooley":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Event Overview:\n\n\n\n The 42nd Annual Peninsula Co-op S anta Claus Parade is a beloved holiday tradition that lights up the street s of Victoria\, uniting families and friends in celebration of the festive season. This year\, we invite you to join us on November 30th at 5:00 PM for an enchanting evening filled with holiday cheer\, spectacular floats\, and joyful performances.\n\n\n\n Event Sponsors:\n\n\n\n We are proud to announce that this year’s parade is made possible thanks to our generous sponsors:\n\n\n\n \n \n Title Sponsor: Peninsula Co-op\n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor: CHEK Media\n \n \n\n\n\n This event is organized i n collaboration with the City of Victoria and the Greater Victoria Festiva l Society\, with the support of the Province of British Columbia. Together \, we are committed to creating a magical experience for our community.\n\ n\n\n What to Expect:\n\n\n\n \n \n Dazzling Floats: Witness the creati vity and artistry of our community as local businesses\, schools\, and org anizations present beautifully decorated floats. Each entry captures the s pirit of the season\, from whimsical designs to traditional holiday themes .\n \n \n \n \n Live Performances: Enjoy an array of entertaining perf ormances from local marching bands and community groups that will fill the streets with music and cheer. These lively acts will add a festive touch to the parade\, creating a memorable experience for attendees of all ages. \n \n \n \n \n Santa's Grand Entrance: The highlight of the evening wi ll be the much-anticipated arrival of Santa Claus! As he parades down the street\, Santa will greet children and families\, spreading joy and embody ing the magic of Christmas. \n \n \n\n\n\n Special Guests:\n\n\n\n This year\, the 848 Squadron Air Cadets will serve as our marshals and helpers throughout the event. Their enthusiasm\, commitment\, and leadership will ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all participants and attendee s\, making them an essential part of this cherished tradition.\n\n\n\n Com munity Involvement:\n\n\n\n The Peninsula Co-op Santa Claus Parade emphasi zes the importance of community spirit and involvement. We encourage local businesses\, schools\, and organizations to take part in this festive cel ebration by creating floats and showcasing their holiday spirit. The parti cipation of our community makes this event truly special\, fostering conne ctions and creating lasting memories. \n\n\n\n Let’s not forget that we’re also supporting a great cause! We’re raising funds for The Musta rd Seed Street Church\, and they’ll be set up at the corner of Douglas a nd Broughton\, spreading holiday cheer by handing out goodies and hot choc olate. Be sure to stop by\, warm up\, and learn more about how you can hel p make a difference in our community.\n\n\n\n Join Us!\n\n\n\n Bring your family and friends to experience the magic of the 42nd Annual Peninsula Co -op Santa Claus Parade! Bundle up in your warmest holiday attire and arriv e early to secure your spot along the parade route. Enjoy the festive atmo sphere as we celebrate the season together.\n\n\n\n 🎉 Together\, let’ s kick off the holiday season with joy\, laughter\, and community spirit! We can’t wait to see you there!\n\n\n DTSTART:20241201T010000Z DTEND:20241201T043000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Candy Cane Lane Winter Festival DTSTAMP:20241017T190123Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3138-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Irish Whiskey Hooley":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Overview:\n\n Join us for the Candy Cane Lane Winter Fest ival\, a magical celebration of the holiday season! On December 14th\, fro m 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM\, the Saanich Fair Grounds will transform into a fest ive haven filled with local artisans\, delicious food vendors\, and season al spirits. This family-friendly event is a perfect way to kick off your h oliday festivities while supporting the community and a great cause!\n\n\n \n Local Artisans:\n\n Explore a curated selection of local artisans showc asing their unique handmade goods. From beautiful ornaments and crafts to home decor and artisanal gifts\, you'll find the perfect items to complete your holiday shopping. Support our talented local makers while discoverin g one-of-a-kind treasures that embody the spirit of the season.\n\n\n\n De licious Food and Drink:\n\n Indulge in a variety of delectable offerings f rom our food vendors\, featuring everything from gourmet snacks to hearty meals. Savor the flavors of the season as you explore an array of culinary delights. To complement your treats\, we’ll have a selection of local w ines\, beers\, ciders\, and spirits. Warm up with a festive drink as you m ingle and celebrate with friends and family!\n\n\n\n Kids Zone:\n\n Bring the little ones along for a day of fun in our exciting Kids Zone! They can engage in creative crafts\, enjoy steaming cups of hot chocolate\, and ge t their faces painted to add a splash of colour. Don't forget to take memo rable photos with Santa—a magical experience that your kids will cherish !\n\n\n\n Community Spirit and Giving Back:\n\n Entry to the Candy Cane La ne Winter Festival is by donation\, with all proceeds benefiting CFAX Sant a's Anonymous charity fund. Your contributions will help provide a brighte r Christmas for children in our community. Join us in making a positive im pact and spreading joy this holiday season!\n\n\n\n Get Involved and Make Memories:\n\n Gather your loved ones for a day filled with laughter\, joy\ , and community spirit at the Candy Cane Lane Winter Festival. Bring your holiday shopping list\, support local artisans\, and enjoy delicious food and beverages. With a variety of festive activities for kids\, there’s s omething for everyone to enjoy.\n\n\n\n Join Us!\n\n Mark your calendars a nd join us on December 14th at the Saanich Fair Grounds for a day of holid ay cheer\, local shopping\, and festive fun! Experience the magic of the s eason while supporting a wonderful cause. Together\, let’s create a warm and joyful atmosphere that embodies the spirit of giving.\n\n\n\n We ca n’t wait to celebrate the holidays with you at the Candy Cane Lane Winte r Festival! See you there!\n\n DTSTART:20241214T173000Z DTEND:20241215T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:A WONDERHEADS Christmas Carol DTSTAMP:20241016T194507Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3137-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Raymond":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Praised by the CBC as “Pure magic” and the Globe and Mail as “Powerful\, surprising\, and moving\,” acclaimed theatrical im agineers the WONDERHEADS present A WONDERHEADS Christmas Carol\, their sig nature reimagining of Charles Dickens’ classic.\n\n\n\n A feast for the eyes\, ears\, and heart - with a generous kick to the funny bone - this as tonishing production brings Ebenezer Scrooge’s magical Christmas eve jou rney to life with giant masks\, whimsical puppets\, and wondrous theatrica l invention. A WONDERHEADS Christmas Carol has become a festive tradition for thousands of theatregoers every winter and will light up theatres acro ss BC this holiday season!\n\n\n\n Take a glimpse into the production here : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=70Dg0KfJIuY\n\n\n\n A WONDERHEADS Chris tmas Carol is set to thrill audiences:\n\n\n\n 18-21 December 2024\, McPhe rson Playhouse 3 Centennial Square\, Victoria\, BC V8W 1P5\n\n\n\n 23+24 D ecember 2024\, Port Theatre 125 Front St\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 6Z4\n\n\n\n   \n\n\n\n https://www.wonderheads.com/awonderheadschristmascarol/\n\n\n DTSTART:20241219T033000Z DTEND:20241222T050000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Solo Exhibition – Linda Wilder - 'F rondescence' DTSTAMP:20241016T171850Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3136-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Linda Wilder will present her inaugural solo exhibition w ith The Avenue Gallery\, Frondescence\, from November 7 to 21. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n With intuitive energy and bold strokes\, light\, and t exture\, Linda Wilder captures the mood and emotion of her surroundings. W hile her paintings may initially seem vividly representational\, a closer look reveals intimate nuances and abstract elements that enrich her work.\ n \n\n \n View Linda Wilder's paintings on The Avenue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/painters/wilder-linda/\n \n\n \n Image: 'Autumn Dwellers' by Linda Wilder\, acrylic on canv as (detail)\n \n \n \n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241107 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241122 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gifts & Wishes DTSTAMP:20241012T032510Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3128-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Barb DeRousie":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Wed-Fri 10-3\, Saturdays 12-4\n\n\n\n This beloved holida y showcase is back!  It will feature creations by over 40 local artists a nd makers. Browse at your leisure through a gallery transformed into a win ter wonderland full of paintings\, pottery\, jewellery\, textiles\, orname nts\, cards\, and more.\n\n\n\n Learn more at artsandculturecolwood.ca\n\n \n\n\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241106 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241215 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Studio 30 Art Show and Sale DTSTAMP:20241016T035349Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3135-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Walt":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The Studio 30 Art Club is having an art show and sale fro m November 22-28 at the Sidney ArtSea Gallery in Tulista park\; 10 am – 4 pm daily!  The Studio 30 Art Club is a local non-profit society that ha s been welcoming Victoria-area artists for over 40 years.  Club members w ork in various mediums including oil\, acrylic\, watercolour\, pastel\, an d mixed media and more!  Over 20 artists participating!  The art show wi ll feature original artwork\, art cards\, and art journals.  Come out to support local artists and find a treasure for Christmas!  Opening Recepti on with artists in attendance + art demos November 23 from 1-3 pm!  \n\n\ n DTSTART:20241122T180000Z DTEND:20241129T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ensemble Laude presents Stars DTSTAMP:20241015T010641Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3133-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Meghan J Robertson":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Ensemble Laude\, one of BC's leading choirs\, presents a magical celestial-themed concert!\n\n\n\n At First Metropolitan Church\, V ictoria.\n\n\n\n When polar colours pull our gaze to the night sky\, the s tars flash their stories of the mystery of creation. Star mother\, star ch ild\, angel children sing us their truths\, the filaments of our light.\n\ n\n\n Stars takes the listener on a journey through the ages\, beginning with the clear tones of medieval Marian music by Hildegard von Bingen\, de Chanticleer\, and others honouring Maris Stella\, the Star of the Sea. We then move to Anung (Star Child) by Cree composer Andrew Balfour\, and p ieces that tell of the human experience of winter including Northern Ligh ts by Ola Gjeilo\, Pakkanen by Soila Sariola\, and Aurora by Victoria composer Nicholas Fairbank. Stars ends with the shimmering Snow Angel  by beloved Canadian composer Sarah Quartel.\n\n\n\n Enchanting\, fierce\ , sweet and strong\, let Ensemble Laude sweep you away this holiday season !\n\n\n\n Tickets $25/$30 door/$15 student/under 13 free.  Get tickets he re: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1023069617767?aff=oddtdtcreator\n\n DTSTART:20241214T220000Z DTEND:20241215T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ensemble Laude presents Stars DTSTAMP:20241015T011814Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3134-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Meghan J Robertson":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Come join Ensemble Laude for a magical celestial-themed c oncert!\n\n\n\n When polar colours pull our gaze to the night sky\, the st ars flash their stories of the mystery of creation. Star mother\, star chi ld\, angel children sing us their truths\, the filaments of our light.\n\n \n\n Stars takes the listener on a journey through the ages\, beginning w ith the clear tones of medieval Marian music by Hildegard von Bingen\, de Chanticleer\, and others honouring Maris Stella\, the Star of the Sea. We then move to Anung (Star Child) by Cree composer Andrew Balfour\, and pi eces that tell of the human experience of winter including Northern Light s by Ola Gjeilo\, Pakkanen by Soila Sariola\, and Aurora by Victoria composer Nicholas Fairbank. Stars ends with the shimmering Snow Angel  by beloved Canadian composer Sarah Quartel.\n\n\n\n Enchanting\, fierce\, sweet and strong\, let Ensemble Laude sweep you away this holiday season!\ n\n\n\n At St Dunstan's Church\, 1806 San Juan Ave.\n\n\n\n Tickets $25/$3 0 door/$15 student/under 13 free.  Get tickets here: https://www.eventbr ite.ca/e/1023097380807?aff=oddtdtcreator\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20250125T220000Z DTEND:20250126T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Cordova Bay Art Group - In Time for Christmas show and s ale DTSTAMP:20241014T133816Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3132-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Walt":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The Cordova Bay Art Group is having an “In Time for Chr istmas” show and sale on November 2\, 2024\, from 10 am – 3 pm.  The event will take place in the Annex adjacent to Cordova Bay Elementary Scho ol at 5238 Cordova Bay Road. Group members work in various mediums includi ng watercolour\, acrylic\, oil\, pastel\, collage\, mixed media\, ink\, pe n\, and pencil.\n\n\n\n The art show will feature original artwork\, art c ards\, and a wide variety of artistic creations and gifts!  Come out and see the work of these very talented artists!  Free event and great parkin g!\n\n\n DTSTART:20241102T170000Z DTEND:20241102T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Antimatter [media art] DTSTAMP:20241013T215312Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3131-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Deluge/Antimatter":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n 27th annual festival of international media art and exper imental cinema: screenings\, installations\, online programs and engagemen t events.\n\n\n\n Nightly in-person screenings at Deluge Contemporary Art\ , 636 Yates Street\n\n\n\n Full program guide and tickets available at htt p://antimatter.ca\n\n\n DTSTART:20241018T010000Z DTEND:20241028T060000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Potters By The Sea DTSTAMP:20231113T135414Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:2887-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Fraser":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n From functional to decorative\, the Potters Guild will ag ain be presenting work at ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park Sidney. We look f orward to seeing you during the show. All the details are included on the poster.\n\n DTSTART:20231124T180000Z DTEND:20231201T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victoria Festival of Authors DTSTAMP:20241013T164930Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3130-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Fest of Authors":broadland@xplornet.c om DESCRIPTION:\n Vancouver Island's largest\, and liveliest\, celebration of books and book lovers!\n\n\n\n VFA is a five day festival that takes pl ace at Langham Court Theatre\, W̱MÍYEŦEN Nature Sanctuary and on-line. It is accessible to all who wish to attend. All events offer sliding scal e pricing\, with free tickets available for all indoor and virtual events. Participants are encouraged to self-select a price that reflects their fi nancial capacity. In addition\, all evening events are available by livest ream. \n\n\n\n Find out more at victoriafestivalofauthors.ca or https:// linktr.ee/victoriafestivalofauthors\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20241017T023000Z DTEND:20241021T043000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Candy Canes and Carols DTSTAMP:20241012T205537Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3129-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Price Francis":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n “Candy Canes and Carols”\, presents a diverse and upl ifting repertoire of seasonal and traditional favourites\, the perfect fam ily-friendly start to the Holiday Season.\n\n\n\n Mary Winspear Centre\n\n \n\n Sunday\, December 1 – 2:00PM\n\n\n\n South Island Harmony A Cappell a Men’s Chorus has been entertaining the Greater Victoria since its foun ding in 1968 and maintains to this day its pre-eminent position as the are a’s leading exponent if four-part harmony.\n\n\n\n South Island Harmony is pleased to feature as guests:\n\n\n\n ·         Miya Doak\, 20 24 Greater Victoria Performing Arts Festival award winning flautist.\n\n\n \n ·         Trounce Alley Quartet\, entertaining audiences all o ver the South Island with a diverse repertoire\, singing everything from o ld Barbershop classics to modern movie theme songs.\n\n\n\n ·          Secret Fourmula Quartet\, a dynamic combination of past and curre nt South Island Harmony members and friends. You may encounter them if you are ever walking around Government House on a Saturday afternoon. Stop by and say hello\, they love to sing for the public!\n\n\n\n South Island Ha rmony takes pride in serving\, and making a positive contribution to\, our community. \n\n\n\n ·         https://www.southislandharmony.com /dbpage.php?pg=xmas2024\n\n\n DTSTART:20241201T220000Z DTEND:20241202T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bach in the Pub Series | Solitude and Company DTSTAMP:20241011T232400Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3126-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Soile Stratkauskas":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join Vicki St. Pierre as she gives voice to some of the g reatest singer-songwriters of history. The program will feature music of J ohn Dowland\, Barbara Strozzi\, Henry Purcell\, and Francesca Caccini expl oring delicious companionship and bitter-sweet solitude.🌟\n\n\n\n 📆 Sunday\, November 3rd at 7:00pm\; food and drink service beginning at 5:30 pm\n\n 📍 Hermann's Jazz Club\, 753 View Street\n\n 🎟 https://herman nsjazz.com//show/721559/view\n\n\n\n Hermann’s Jazz club is accessible a t street level with a small ramp to the door. If you have specific accessi bility needs\, please indicate your needs in the notes section when bookin g your reservation at the link below.\n\n\n\n Artist Bio:\n\n Contralto Vi cki St. Pierre’s voice “invitingly combines clarity of expression and beauty of tone\,” and is described as “rich with both a darkness and b rightness.” As a specialist in early music\, she has recorded with Sacab uche\, The Toronto Consort\, Capella Intima\, and The Viadana Collective ( among others). Vicki has performed internationally with such groups as the Academy of Ancient Music\, Tafelmusik\, Les Violons du Roy\, Portland Bar oque Orchestra\, Sacabuche\, and the Pacific Baroque Orchestra. She has al so performed with Symphony Nova Scotia\, the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra\, the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra\, and the Victoria Symphony Orchestra. She has appeared on the operatic stage with Opera Atelier\, Ensemble Masq ues de Montreal\, Toronto Masque Theatre\, and Early Music Vancouver\, amo ng others. She has directed choirs across Canada and in the UK\, and has b een an assistant conductor with Opera Atelier. Vicki has a doctorate in vo cal performance from the University of Toronto.\n\n DTSTART:20241104T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee DTSTAMP:20241009T192246Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3125-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Phoenix Theatre":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Broadway's beloved musical hits the stage at the Phoenix Theatre at UVic.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Get ready to laugh\, cheer\, and spell your heart out as six quirky adolescents compete for the coveted title of spelling champion in the Broadway musical that has captivated audiences w orldwide. Watch as they navigate through a series of challenging (possibly made-up!) words while sharing hilarious and heartwarming stories from the ir home lives. With catchy tunes\, unexpected twists\, and opportunities f or audience participation\, this fast-paced gem promises an experience you won't want to miss!\n\n\n\n Directed and choreographed by guest Jacques L emay\, one of Canada's most talented and esteemed Producer/ Director/Chore ographers. Music Direction by Stephanie Sartore\, returning to the Phoenix after her fantastic work on last year's hit\, 100 Years of Broadway.\n\n\ n\n Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning musical featuring music and lyrics b y William Finn\, book by Rachel Sheinkin and created by Rebecca Feldman.\n \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Presented by special arrangement with Music Theatre Inte rnational.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Friday &\; Saturday Evenings: $34\n\n\n\n Wednesday\, Thursday Evenings &\; Saturday Matinees: $30\n\n\n\n Cheap Tuesdays: $18\n\n\n\n Student Rush Tickets (30 minutes before each show): $20\n\n\n\n UVic Alumni (Saturday Matinees with UVic Alumni ONECard): $25 \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Subscriptions on sale now. Single tickets on sale Octo ber 28.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Tuesday to Saturday evenings at 8 pm\n\n\n\n Sa turday matinees at 2 pm\n\n\n\n Optional talk back follows the Friday\, No vember 8 performance.\n\n\n\n Charge by phone: 250-721-8000\n\n\n\n or in person at the Phoenix Box Office\n\n\n\n phoenixboxoffice@uvic.ca.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Presented by iA Financial and Alumni Ticketing Sponsor UVic A lumni\n\n DTSTART:20241108T040000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20241123T000000;BYDAY=TU,WE,TH,FR,SA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Sheila Davis DTSTAMP:20241009T190458Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3124-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Through dynamic brushstrokes and vibrant colours\, Sheila Davis captures the beauty of nature's often-overlooked elements. Her art exudes a strong organic feel\, reflecting the landscapes she depicts. Reno wned for the energy she infuses into each piece\, she masterfully conveys the chaotic vibrancy of the natural world. An elected member of the Societ y of Canadian Artists\, the Ontario Society of Artists\, and a senior sign ature member of the Federation of Canadian Artists\, Sheila's work has bee n showcased in magazines\, on television\, and is part of private and corp orate collections globally.\n\n\n\n Image: ‘Tangled Hearts’ by Sheila Davis - oil on panel\, 42 x 48 inches\n\n\n\n View Sheila Davis' collectio n on The Avenue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/p ainters/davis-sheila/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241027 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241105 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victoria Choral Society Celebrates 90 Years of Choral Music! DTSTAMP:20241005T210553Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3123-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Choral Society":broadland@xplornet.co m DESCRIPTION:\n The Victoria Choral Society\, under Music Director Brian Wismath\, is delighted to present Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Requiem\, La udate Dominum\, and Ave Verum Corpus at Christ Church Cathedral at 2:30 pm on Sunday\, November 16th\, 2024. Please join us in celebrating this sign ificant milestone.\n\n\n\n Tickets are available online or at the door sta rting October 1st at https://www.victoriachoralsociety.ca/concerts/ Adults $35\, Student / Income Accessible $10. We recommend purchasing tickets on line and arriving at least 20 minutes early as we expect a full audience.\ n\n\n\n This glorious program features a 150-member choir accompanied by a n orchestra of musicians from the Victoria Symphony\, as well as local sol oists Jennifer Turner (soprano)\, Jennifer Lang (mezzo)\, Jan van der Hoof t (tenor)\, and Nathan McDonald (baritone). \n\n\n\n “I fear I am writin g a Requiem for myself.” - Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)\n\n\n\n U nfinished at the time of Mozart’s death in 1791\, “[…] the Requiem M ass for the Dead\, arguably the most potent and all-embracing of the Churc h’s liturgical rites\, encompasses the whole range of human emotion from terror and awe to confidence that the dead can indeed depart in peace. Mo zart’s music takes us deep into the human condition with pleas to be hea rd and comforted (Voca me)\, pleas for healing (Salva me)\, finding the st ill centre in the rest (Requiem) at the end of tears (Lacrimosa) [...]”\ n\n – Elizabeth Courtney\, VCS Alumna\n\n\n\n Mozart composed Laudate Do minum in 1780 as part of “Vesperae solennes de Confessore\, K. 339\,” a six-movement liturgical work. Set as an extended aria for soprano and ch orus\, its long luxurious melody for solo soprano is answered and supporte d by the chorus. This short masterpiece was in great demand in the ninetee nth century and inspired all kinds of popular arrangements for different c ombinations of instruments.\n\n \n\n It was in 1791 in his final six month s that Mozart composed Ave Verum Corpus. This short motet of 46 measures i s a choral gem recognized for its beauty and simplicity. The text\, a 14th century Eucharistic hymn\, contemplates suffering and redemption\, while elements of the composition foreshadow the magnificent Requiem.\n\n\n\n Ab out the Victoria Choral Society\n\n\n\n The Victoria Choral society\, foun ded in 1934\, is a mixed-voice auditioned symphonic choir dedicated to pre senting the finest choral music from baroque to contemporary\, achieving e xcellence through innovation and collaboration. It continues to play a lea ding role in Victoria’s cultural life.\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20241116T223000Z DTEND:20241117T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The 3 Wise Artists Show and Sale DTSTAMP:20241005T171407Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3122-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Simon P Stuart":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Discover a celebration of artistry and expertise at ArtSe a Gallery from December 6 to 12\, 2024. This exquisite exhibition\, open d aily from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM\, brings together the unique talents of thre e exceptional artists—a potter\, a painter\, and a fused glass artist. I mmerse yourself in a stunning array of artworks designed to captivate your senses and elevate your  surroundings.\n\n\n\n  Expect to find a myriad of creations including exquisite pieces for your walls\, artful gems that dance with light\, and beautifully functional items for your home. Each d ay\, you'll have the opportunity to meet the artists in person and gain in sights into their creative processes. Whether it’s that perfect piece th at speaks to your heart or a unique Holiday gift for someone else\, you ar e certain to be inspired by the art on display.\n\n\n\n Admission and park ing are free.\n\n\n\n Save the date and join us at:\n\n\n\n ArtSea Gallery \n\n\n\n 9565 Fifth Street at Tulista Park\n\n\n\n Sidney\, BC\n\n\n\n  C elebrate the fusion of pottery\, paint\, and glass as you indulge in a wee k-long journey of artistic discovery and inspiration. This event promises to be an unforgettable experience\, offering something extraordinary for e very visitor. Don't miss out on this exceptional showcase at ArtSea Galler y.\n\n DTSTART:20241206T180000Z DTEND:20241213T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Spirit and Song\, featuring contralto Vicki St. Pierre DTSTAMP:20241005T001709Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3121-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Soile Stratkauskas":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n A renowned contralto whose voice combines clarity of expr ession and beauty of tone\, Vicki St. Pierre is also one of Canada’s mos t spirited musical leaders – an esteemed choral conductor and Dean of Ar ts of Mount Allison University. The program will feature Bach’s Cantata BWV 170 along with works by Buxtehude and members of the Bach family.\n\n\ n\n Venue\n\n St. John the Divine\, 1611 Quadra Street\, Victoria\n\n\n\n Tickets available online and at the door: www.victoria-baroque.com\n\n $35 /general admission\, $5 student and youth\n\n Children under 12 accompanie d by an adult are free. Not recommended for children under seven.\n\n\n\n Accessible Seating\n\n St. John’s is wheelchair accessible through the g arden doors on the north side of the church. Accessible seating can be arr anged by emailing info@victoria-baroque.com before noon on Thursday\, Oc tober 31.\n\n\n\n Victoria Baroque wishes to thank Nicola Wealth for spons oring this opening concert of our 2024/25 season.\n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART:20241102T023000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:10th Annual WICKED Victoria DTSTAMP:20241003T223716Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3120-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Irish Whiskey Hooley":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n GVFS would like to cordially invite you to our 10th A nnual Wicked Victoria!! An event that wouldn't be possible without the con tinued support of our title sponsor Thrifty Foods and our presenting media sponsor Chek Media.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n\n\n \n We are so excited to hos t an epic array of family-friendly activities to celebrate the spooky seas on. On October 27\, from Yates Street to Broughton\, Government Street wil l be crawling with spooky crafts\, creepy and creative costume contests (i ncluding one for our ever-loving Fur Babies!)\, tantalizing live tunes\, a nd kooky local vendors!\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n\n\n \n Wicked Victoria inten ds to bring together our wonderful community and celebrate the season of h arvest and Hallow's Eve. Completely free to attend we hope to see you\, yo ur friends\, and your family dare to dance\, dabble and dazzle in all our FUNtivities!\n \n\n DTSTART:20241027T173000Z DTEND:20241027T223000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:A Million Acts of Love - Leeroy Stagger\, Caleb Hart\, Danie l Lapp\, BC Fiddle Orchestra & Chase Varnes DTSTAMP:20241003T052517Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3119-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="A Million Acts of Love":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join us for an unforgettable evening of music featuring s ome of Canada’s top artists\, including Daniel Lapp and the BC Fiddle Orchestra\, Caleb Hart and Leeroy Stagger. This concert marks the launc h of Felix’s A Million Acts of Love campaign and will raise funds to e mpower young changemakers with ideas to improve their communities or make a global impact. ***This just in! 13 year old Chase Varnes will be playin g 530-630pm outside with the Food Truck***\n\n\n\n Doors open at 6:30 PM\, with performances from 7–10:30 PM. Food by Greek on the Street will b e available from 5:30 PM – come early for dinner as another way to suppo rt this great cause. \n\n\n\n With only 200 tickets available\, don’t m iss this family-friendly event! \n\n\n\n https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/a-mi llion-acts-of-love-benefit-leeroy-stagger-caleb-hart-daniel-lapp-tickets-1 015081244327\n\n DTSTART:20241019T003000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Air & Earth Design by Heidi von der Gathen DTSTAMP:20241002T225003Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3118-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Heidi von der Gathen views working with jewellery as akin to sculpting\, where conscious movement plays a crucial role. Elements su ch as repetition\, light\, and motion intertwine to create a captivating p uzzle.\n\n\n\n \"Jewellery should always have a bit of movement\; that’s what makes it dynamic.\" – Heidi von der Gathen\n\n\n\n Image: Tahitian Pearl Earrings by Air &\; Earth Design\, Cast Silver\, Gold-Fill\n\n\n \n View Air &\; Earth Design on The Avenue Gallery's website: https:// theavenuegallery.com/artists/jewellers/air-earth-design/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241019 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241027 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rancho Vignola - Sidney Harvest Sale DTSTAMP:20240929T222506Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3117-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Rancho Vignola":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Celebrating 10 year's on Vancouver Island\, the Rancho Vi gnola Harvest Sale returns to the Mary Winspear Centre in Sidney this Nove mber.    Recognized as a trusted source of premium quality foods\, Ranc ho Vignola has been providing fresh-from-harvest nuts\, dried fruit\, seed s and confections to their customers since 1980.\n\n\n\n From walnuts so f resh that they taste like cream\, to all-natural\, flavour-packed dried ma ngoes\, to premium chocolate covered nuts\, there is something for everyon e!\n\n\n\n Make sure not to miss the two-day buying event\, including free sampling\, cooking demos\, prize draws and lots of great gift ideas.\n\n\ n\n Friday November 22  |  9am-7pm\n\n Saturday November 23  |  9am-5p m\n\n\n\n Free Entry!\n\n DTSTART:20241122T170000Z DTEND:20241124T010000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Concert of Remembrance DTSTAMP:20240927T234027Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3116-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CCPA":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join us for an evening to remember.\n\n\n\n A moving trib ute of song and story with the Band of the 5th Field Regiment\, Royal Cana dian Artillery\, co-presented by the Canadian College of Performing Arts a nd the District of Oak Bay\, with donations going to support the Canadian Heritage Arts Society and the Esquimalt Military Family Resource Centre\n\ n\n\n November 8th at 7:30pm at the Dave Dunnet Community Theatre at Oak B ay High School. General admission seating.\n\n\n\n Tickets are Pay What Yo u Can at the door\, or in advance at ccpacanada.com/tickets\n\n DTSTART:20241109T033000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ten Lost Years DTSTAMP:20240924T231952Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3112-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CCPA":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Hardship and hope - captured in song and story.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Equal parts despairing and heartwarming\, these authentic stori es of 1930s Canadians —“from farmyards to highways\, from kitchens to boxcars…”—draw you into a rich tapestry of personal narratives from the Great Depression\, underscored by evocative folk music. These stories will warm your heart and fill you with a deep sense of appreciation for th e indomitable human spirit.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n “A complex collage of sto rytelling and music” – CBC\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Ten Lost Years by Jack W inter and Cedric Smith\n\n\n\n Directed by Glynis Leyshon\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n \n Thursday\, October 17 2024| 7:30PM\n\n Friday\, October 18 2024| 7:30PM \n\n Saturday\, October 19 2024 | 2PM* 7:30PM\n\n Sunday\, October 20 2024 | 2PM\n\n *Relaxed Performance\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Tickets available at c cpacanada.com/tickets\n\n DTSTART:20241018T023000Z DTEND:20241020T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:One Take Super 8 DTSTAMP:20240926T010923Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3115-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="CineVic":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n Join us for the world premiere of 22 new analogu e movies presented LIVE on celluloid Super 8 film at Metro Studio Theatre! \n\n\n\n The One Take Super 8 is a decentralized network of filmmaking cha llenges and screenings presented across the globe — since its inception more than 20 years ago it has inspired the creation and screening of over 1000 films in more than 50 locations around the world. CineVic proudly pre sents the fifth annual Vancouver Island edition of ‘OTS8’ for your loc al viewing pleasure.\n\n\n\n Earlier this summer\, participants from Victo ria and the surrounding region were given a camera\, a roll of film\, and one week to create their own 3-minute Super 8 movie. The only catch: no ed iting. The filmmakers had to capture their scenes in order with no second chances\, and they’ll witness their work for the first time along with t he audience at two live screenings!\n\n\n\n\n Friday October 18th + Satur day October 19th 2024\n\n 7:00pm\n\n Metro Studio Theatre\n\n 1411 Quadra Street\n\n Victoria / Lək̓ʷəŋən Territory / BC / Canada\n\n $10 Adv ance Tickets • $15 At the Door\n\n\n\n Click here for more info on the f ilms and filmmakers >\;>\;\n\n\n\n Click here for tickets >\;>\;\n \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n CineVic acknowledges and respects the long and continuing history of the Lək̓ʷəŋən-speaking people\, now known as the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations on whose traditional and unceded ter ritory we carry out our activities.\n\n\n\n Thank you to our sponsors and partners: Niagara Custom Lab\, UVic African &\; Caribbean Students’ A ssociation\, UVic Society for Students with a Disability\, City of Victori a Artist in Residence: Kemi Craig\, Do250\, Capital Daily.\n\n\n\n CineVic gratefully acknowledges the financial assistance of Canada Council for th e Arts\, Province of British Columbia\, British Columbia Arts Council\, an d the CRD Arts &\; Culture Support Service.\n\n DTSTART:20241019T020000Z DTEND:20241020T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Maria Josenhans DTSTAMP:20240925T182641Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3114-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The Avenue Gallery is delighted to showcase 12 stunning n ew paintings from Vancouver artist Maria Josenhans\, whose latest series b eautifully captures the essence of our coastal landscapes.\n\n\n\n Image: 'Blowing Clouds\, Agate Beach\, Haida Gwaii' by Maria Josenhans\, oil on l inen\,  8 x 10 inches (detail)\n\n\n\n View Maria's paintings on The Aven ue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/painters/josen hans-maria/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241011 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241019 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Writing Department’s Faculty Reading Night DTSTAMP:20240919T212003Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3110-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Writing Department":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Please join us on Wednesday\, September 25th at 7:00pm i n David Turpin A102 for a night of readings featuring the faculty members of the Writing Department.\n \n This is a chance to hear the work of thes e talented poets\, fiction writers\, journalists\, CNF writers\, playwrigh ts\, and screenwriters who are actively writing as well as teaching in the department. \n \n The evening will feature readings from: Deborah Campbe ll\, Wayde Compton\, Marita Dachsel\, Kevin Kerr\, Kathryn Mockler\, Sean Holman\, David Leach\, Gregory Scofield\, and Lee Henderson.\n \n We’d l ove to see you there!\n\n \n\n *Note: This event will not be recorded. \n \n DTSTART:20240926T020000Z DTEND:20240926T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Liveable Futures: a Sooke climate action workshop series DTSTAMP:20240911T232233Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3106-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Fireweed Learning Commons":broadland@xplornet. com DESCRIPTION:\n Liveable Futures workshops\, a three-part climate action series\, tailored for Sooke\, is being offered by the Fireweed Learning Co mmons\, a local non-profit educational organization. This free series will empower individuals and households in Sooke to learn climate-friendly pra ctices that will save money\, prepare for climate risks\, and increase per sonal and community well-being.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n 1.        What in the World is Going On? Putting Climate Change into Perspective\, Sat. Sept. 21\, 9 am to 1 pm\n\n\n\n 2.        Building a Higher-Qualit y Life for you and for Sooke\, Sat. Oct. 5\, 9 am to 1 pm\n\n\n\n 3.         The Nuts and Bolts of Climate Action…Acts of Hope\, Oct. 19\, 9 am to 1 pm\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n All workshops will be held at Workli nk Building 2096 Church Road\, Sooke\n\n\n\n For more info and registratio n: fireweedlearningcommons.ca/workshop\n\n DTSTART:20240921T160000Z DTEND:20240921T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Trish Shwart at arc.hive September 21-29\, 2024 DTSTAMP:20240830T052423Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3097-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Art Openings":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n https://www.artopenings.ca/trish-shwart.html\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n Trish Shwart at arc.hive September 21-29\, 2024 \n \ n\n \n Markers of Time\n \n\n \n Opening: Sat Sept 21\, 1 :00-3:00 \n \n\n \n Hours: 12:00-4:00\, Saturday and Sunday Sep t 21-29. \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n  \n \n\n\n\n Visitors to the exh ibition at arc.hive can view two of the four long paintings from Markers o f Time. Also on view are seven out of 24 scenes from Stolen Moments. \n\n \n\n After three years and completing the paintings\, she realized: “ I was documenting my grief over the current unfolding environmental disaster .\n\n DTSTART:20240921T200000Z DTEND:20240929T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:UnRuly Cloth DTSTAMP:20240918T034739Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3109-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Neera Huckvale":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n Gage Arts Collective is pleased to announce the opening of a new exhibition:  UnRuly Cloth by Neera Huckvale and Elizabe th Carefoot that will feature artworks created using textiles. \n\n\n\n T he show\, UnRuly Cloth\, opens October 22nd at the Gage Gallery\, 19 Bast ion Square.  Opening Celebration will take place on Friday October 25th  from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.  There will be an artists’ talk on Monday No vember 4th\, 11:00 – 12:00. The show ends November 10th\n\n\n\n Since an cient times\, cloth has protected us from the elements and decorated our h omes. It has provided comfort and been a vehicle for our creativity. In th is show Neera Huckvale and Elizabeth Carefoot bring together modern and tr aditional techniques such as stitchery\, quilting and fabric manipulation to create unique and innovative works.  The pieces range in size from se ven feet by seven feet to four inches by four inches. The materials vary from silk\, cotton\, canvas\, leather\, beads and amulets.   \n\n\n\n N eera Huckvale studied at the Ottawa School of Art.  Her work has shown i n Ottawa City Galleries’\, Montreal and in Phoenix Arizona. This is her first show in Victoria\, B.C. \n\n\n\n Elizabeth Carefoot is an eclectic artist alternating between painting\, stitchery\, making dolls\, shamanic coats as well as ceramics.  She is well known on Vancouver Island and th e Lower Mainland.  She received the Surrey Civic Treasure Award in 2014. \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241022 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241111 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:This Must Be the Place DTSTAMP:20240915T192749Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3108-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Liz Charsley":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n A visual journey along the familiar coastlines of Victori a\, up north to Hornby Island’s fields and forests\, across the province to Alberta’s snowy urban trails\, rolling prairie\, and mountains. Draw ings in charcoal\, oil pastel\, and watercolour depict favourite views of remembered places\n\n\n\n With these works\, Liz celebrates a return to Vi ctoria after 33 years of living and working in London\, UK.  \n\n\n\n   \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n DTSTART:20241001T180000Z DTEND:20241021T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Music\, Meditation & Wisdom with Globally Renowned Swami Sad yojathah DTSTAMP:20240905T222434Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3102-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Art of Living Victoria":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n 🌟 Find Your Inner Peace with Swami Sadyojathah 🌟\n\ n\n\n Experience a serene journey where sound meets silence and movement g ives way to stillness with a special 90-minute session led by Swami Sadyoj athah.\n\n\n\n Event Highlights:\n\n 🎶 Sanskrit Melodies: Enjoy soothin g\, timeless chants.\n\n 🧘‍♀️ Meditation: Deepen your practice an d find tranquility.\n\n ✨ Wisdom: Gain insights on cultivating inner pea ce amidst life's chaos.\n\n\n\n About Swami Sadyojathah: A revered senior teacher of the Art of Living Foundation\, Swami Sadyojathah has touched th e lives of tens of thousands across 50+ countries with his calming presenc e and profound teachings.\n\n\n\n Event Details:\n\n 🗓 Date: Tuesday\, September 17\n\n 🕖 Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM\n\n 📍 Location: Victoria Scottish Community Center\, 1803 Admirals Road\, Victoria\n\n\n\n 🎟 Tic kets:\n\n General Admission: $20\n\n Students/Seniors: $15\n\n\n\n Reserve Your Spot: tiny.cc/meditatevic\n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART:20240918T020000Z DTEND:20240918T033000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Artist in Residence - Parkside Hotel DTSTAMP:20240831T205619Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3100-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Arden Rose":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Arden Rose will be showing work for the month of Septembe r in the lobby gallery at the Parkside Hotel &\; Spa.\n\n\n\n Come and see vibrant works of seascapes and florals\, and a new series on Ponds!\n\ n\n\n www.ardenroseart.com\n\n\n\n ardenroseart@gmail.com\n\n\n\n\n\n DTSTART:20240901T190000Z DTEND:20240930T150000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:For the Love of Mystery with Jean Paetkau and Sara Desai DTSTAMP:20240831T173139Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3099-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Munro Books":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Please join us in celebrating the launch of new books by two local authors: For the Love of Mystery with Jean Paetkau and Sara Desa i!\n\n\n\n The Sinking of Souls is a compelling murder mystery set in hist oric island locations like Craigdarroch Castle and Ross Bay Cemetery that explores the real sinking of the S.S. Clallam in 1904. JEAN PAETKAU is the Victoria author of the bestselling murder mystery\, Blood on the Breakwat er. Also set on Vancouver Island\, The Sinking of Souls is the second book Paetkau has created in the Breakwater Mystery series. The award-winning j ournalist has written for radio\, film\, TV and print. She has written thr ee children's books including Rumpa and the Snufflewort. The author loves photography almost as much as words.\n\n\n\n Diamond necklaces\, billionai res\, Mafia bosses\, and student loans—it’s all in a day’s work for Simi Chopra and her ragtag heist crew in the next romantic-comedy caper fr om Sara Desai: 'Til Heist do us Part. SARA DESAI has been a lawyer\, radio DJ\, marathon runner\, historian\, bouncer\, and librarian. She lives on Vancouver Island with her husband\, kids\, and an assortment of forest cre atures who think they are pets. Sara writes sexy romantic comedy and conte mporary romance with a multicultural twist.\n\n\n\n WHEN: Wednesday\, Sept ember 18th\, at 7:00 PM (doors at 6:30 PM)\n\n\n\n WHERE: In-store at Munr o's Books\, 1108 Government Street\, Victoria.\n\n\n\n WHAT: Readings from Jean Paetkau and Sara Desai\, followed by a Q&\;A with the audience an d book signings.\n\n\n\n HOW: This event is free to attend.\n\n\n DTSTART:20240919T020000Z DTEND:20240919T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Derek Kasper DTSTAMP:20240827T204642Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3096-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Derek Kasper was first introduced to ceramics at the Univ ersity of Regina in the early 1970s. His lifelong fascination with combini ng texture and shadow has led to a wealth of intricate designs. Each piece tells a story of dedication\, skill and artistic exploration.\n\n\n\n Vie w Derek's ceramics on The Avenue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegall ery.com/artists/ceramicists/kasper-derek/ or visit The Avenue Gallery at 2184 Oak Bay Avenue\, Victoria\, BC - in the heart of Oak Bay Village!\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240913 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240921 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Eyes of the Beast: Climate Disaster Stories DTSTAMP:20240617T211159Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3043-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Phoenix Theatre":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Eyes of the Beast is a powerful exploration of ordinary p eople facing extraordinary times. Adapted from the award-winning journalis m of the University of Victoria's Climate Disaster Project\, this producti on weaves together hundreds of testimonies from Canadians who have lived t hrough the realities of climate change. From a fishing guide rescuing stra nded wildlife to an actor battling heatstroke and a mother navigating a fi re-ravaged future for her child\, Eyes of the Beast brings these experienc es to life on stage.\n\n\n\n Every performance is followed by a facilitate d talkback giving audiences an opportunity to process the stories they’v e just heard and share their own experiences of climate disasters.\n\n\n\n Media sponsor CBC: cbc.ca/bc\n\n\n\n September 16-20 at 7:30 pm \n\n Sep tember 21 at 2 pm &\; 7:30 pm\n\n\n\n Tickets $18-$34\n\n\n\n Box Offic e: 250-721-8000\n\n\n\n More information: phoenixtheatres.ca\n\n  \n\n\n\ n \n\n DTSTART:20240917T023000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20240921T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Spatial Matter: Group Exhibition and Book Launch DTSTAMP:20240818T214436Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3091-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="fortune gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Spatial Matter is a community-based project showcasing lo cal artists work. It acts as a medium to promote local artists who would l ike to ability to publicly show their work in a accessible and sustainable way. Issue 2 is themed ‘Life and Death’ and invited the artists to ex plore these concepts through their artistic practice.\n\n\n\n In September 2024\, Spatial Matter will be exhibiting work from the 26 artists who par ticipated in issue 2 at Fortune Gallery in Victoria’s Chinatown. The ope ning is to be held at Fortune Gallery from 6 until 8 pm on Friday Septembe r 13th.\n\n\n\n For more information visit https://www.fortunegallery.ca/ upcoming-exhibition-spatial-matter\n\n DTSTART:20240913T190000Z DTEND:20240930T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Kimberly Kiel DTSTAMP:20240822T223057Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3095-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Kimberly Kiel is an energetic\, outgoing and charming art ist\, just like the paintings she creates. Her full-of-life attitude is pe rfectly depicted in her creations. “For me creating art is a passion\, a celebration of the joy and colour to be found in life.” – Kimberly Ki el\n\n\n\n View Kimberly Kiel's paintings on The Avenue Gallery's website:  https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/painters/kiel-kimberly/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240905 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240913 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tanya Tagaq at the Farquhar Auditorium Sept 18\, 2024 DTSTAMP:20240820T060945Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3092-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Art Openings":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Guests at the Farquhar Auditorium are in for a special ex perience on September 18. Tanya Tagaq\, Inuk throat-singer\, composer\, ac tor\, author and activist\, opens the venue’s fall season. Tagaq perform s qiqsaaqtuq\, with the Victoria Symphony\, and sivunitinni\, accompanied by Emily Carr String Quartet.\n\n\n\n https://www.artopenings.ca/tanya-ta gaq24.html\n\n\n DTSTART:20240919T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tony Grove - Solo Exhibition at Fortune Gallery DTSTAMP:20240810T202236Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3089-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="fortune gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n Tony Grove began his boat building career in 1980\, leading him to become the head instructor at Silvia Bay S hipyard School. Grove’s dedication to boat building shines through his p aintings\, bringing together beautiful precise line work of ships and flui d organic shapes of the Canadian coast. He is compelled to capture the det eriorating wooden boats before these monuments are gone. Grove uses his ar tistic license to capture the essence of the boats in his works. His heigh tened use of colour brings these ships vividly to life.\n \n \n \n \ n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n DTSTART:20240820T190000Z DTEND:20240913T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nostalgic Visions Piano Concert DTSTAMP:20240808T173532Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3088-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Alexandra Tchernakova":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n  🎶 You're Invited to an Evening of Beautiful Piano M usic! 🎶\n\n\n\n Come and enjoy Nostalgic Visions\, a special solo pia no concert featuring the talented international pianist Alexandra Tcherna kova. The program will showcase beautiful pieces by A. Scriabin\, F. Say\, I. Albeniz\, A. Tcherepnin\, and G. Bryars. It’s an evening that promis es to be both inspiring and memorable.\n\n\n\n Admission is by donation\, and everyone is welcome. We hope you can join us for this wonderful musica l experience!\n\n\n\n See you there! 🎵\n\n DTSTART:20240818T003000Z DTEND:20240818T023000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nostalgic Visions Piano Concert DTSTAMP:20240808T172825Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3087-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Alexandra Tchernakova":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n 🎶 You're Invited to an Evening of Beautiful Piano Mu sic! 🎶\n\n\n\n Come and enjoy Nostalgic Visions\, a special solo pian o concert featuring the talented international pianist Alexandra Tchernak ova. The program will showcase beautiful pieces by A. Scriabin\, F. Say\, I. Albeniz\, A. Tcherepnin\, and G. Bryars. It’s an evening that promise s to be both inspiring and memorable.\n\n\n\n Admission is by donation\, a nd everyone is welcome. We hope you can join us for this wonderful musical experience!\n\n\n\n See you there! 🎵\n\n DTSTART:20240817T010000Z DTEND:20240817T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pushing the Edge Art Show DTSTAMP:20240807T043322Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3086-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Margaret Case":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join Anita Boyd\, Margo Cooper\, Jane Michiel and Joanna Pettit in a riveting exploration in paint.\n\n\n\n Gage Gallery\, 19 Basti on Square\, Victoria\, BC\n\n\n\n September 10-29\, Tuesday to Sunday\,  11 a.m. to 5 p.m. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Visit Gage Gallery to see these f our artists “Pushing the Edge” of expertise and experience to open ne w possibilities of perception\, through abstract painting.\n\n\n\n As curr ent and past members of Gage Gallery\, they come together in a forceful ex hibition September 10 - 29th. The Artist Talk and the Art Panel will probe the ubiquitous contribution of women artists in Victoria.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\ n\n Opening reception: Friday\, September 13\, 5–8 pm \n\n\n\n Meet th e Artists: Sunday\, September 15\, 2–4 pm\n\n Art Panel: Saturday\, Se ptember 21\, 2–4 pm\n\n Closing celebration: Sunday\, September 29\, 3–5 pm \n\n\n\n Gallery admission and events are free.\n\n\n\n   \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240910 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240930 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tides of Creativity ~ Expressions Art Show DTSTAMP:20240803T203921Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3083-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Vincent":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Please join us at our upcoming \"Tides of Creativity\, Ex pressions Art Show\" at the ArtSea Gallery at Tulista Park from Sept. 6 - 12/24 ~ 10am - 4pm daily.   We are 3 Peninsula artists who will be showc asing our unique styles of various forms of artwork. The show opens with a special reception from 2 - 4 pm on Sept. 6 where all three of us will be in attendance. \n\n\n\n Angela Susi: Mixed Media\n\n\n\n Edit Pal:  Pain ter\n\n\n\n Suzanne Vincent:  Mixed Media\n\n\n\n There's something for e veryone to delight in\, from smaller gift ideas to beautiful wall art. We can't wait to share our creations with you!\n\n DTSTART:20240906T170000Z DTEND:20240912T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – A & R Jewellery DTSTAMP:20240802T191410Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3082-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n In 2007\, Angela and Ryan Rosenberg combined their talent s to establish A &\; R Jewellery. Settling in Creston\, BC\, they are c ontinually inspired by the beauty of this majestic environment.\n\n\n\n Vi ew A &\; R Jewellery on The Avenue Gallery's website: https://theavenu egallery.com/artists/jewellers/a-r-jewellery/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240820 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240828 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:If You Could Read My Mind: The Songs of Gordon Lightfoot DTSTAMP:20240731T212432Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3081-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Belfry Theatre":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Created by Tobin Stokes and Michael Shamata\n\n\n\n Apr 2 2 – May 18 2025\n\n\n\n “More than any other singer-songwriter\, Gordo n Lightfoot personified Canada.” - Globe &\; Mail\n\n\n\n Tobin Stoke s and Michael Shamata\, the forces behind last season’s Joni Mitchell ev ent\, are creating another musical concert focusing on the music of anothe r Canadian icon— the late great Gordon Lightfoot. He was a national hero . He was a homegrown star. And now\, Lightfoot’s words and music—which have caressed our ears and haunted our souls—will fill our beautiful th eatre in a performance orchestrated especially for you.\n\n\n\n If You Cou ld Read My Mind: The Songs of Gordon Lightfoot runs April 22 – May 18 wi th Pay What You Can tickets available for all performances. Contact the Be lfry Theatre Box Office for more information. \n\n\n\n 250-385-6815\n\n\n \n boxoffice@belfry.bc.ca\n\n\n\n https://www.belfry.bc.ca/\n\n\n\n Perfor mances\n\n\n\n Tuesday - Thursday at 7:30pm\n\n\n\n Fridays &\; Saturda ys at 8pm\n\n\n\n Saturdays at 4pm\n\n\n\n Sundays at 2pm\n\n\n\n Wednesda y Matinees at 1pm (April 30\, May 7\, 14) \n\n DTSTART:20250423T023000Z DTEND:20250518T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Behind the Moon DTSTAMP:20240731T212224Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3080-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Belfry Theatre":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n By Anosh Irani\n\n\n\n Feb 4 – Mar 2 2025\n\n\n\n “He artrending and captivating…pulls no punches.” - Intermission Magazine\ n\n\n\n Hailed as “one of CanLit’s most innovative chameleons\,” pla ywright and author Anosh Irani takes us to the Mughlai Moon restaurant in Toronto\, where Ayub cooks\, cleans\, and waits for his future to begin. H is father’s friend\, Qadir\, has brought him to Canada with a promise of permanency that never seems to materialize. A mysterious stranger brings with him the clarity that Ayub needs to free himself from the limbo in whi ch he is suffocating.\n\n\n\n Behind the Moon runs February 4 – March 2 with Pay What You Can tickets available for all performances. Contact the Belfry Theatre Box Office for more information. \n\n\n\n 250-385-6815\n\n \n\n boxoffice@belfry.bc.ca\n\n\n\n https://www.belfry.bc.ca/\n\n\n\n Perf ormances\n\n\n\n Tuesday - Thursday at 7:30pm\n\n\n\n Fridays &\; Satur days at 8pm\n\n\n\n Saturdays at 4pm\n\n\n\n Sundays at 2pm\n\n\n\n Wednes day Matinees at 1pm (February 12\, 19\, 26) \n\n DTSTART:20250205T033000Z DTEND:20250302T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mom's the Word: Talkin' Turkey DTSTAMP:20240731T212045Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3079-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Belfry Theatre":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Written by and Starring Jill Daum\, Alison Kelly\, Robin Nichol\, Barbara Pollard &\; Deborah Williams\n\n\n\n December 3-22 202 4\n\n\n\n “Funny\, insightful\, embarrassing\, pretty much true\, and wo nderfully universal.” —Vancouver Sun\n\n\n\n It started as a lark\, si x new mothers got together every Saturday morning to write a show about mo therhood. Thirty years on and over two million audience members later\, th e Moms are back to tackle the most wonderful time of the year. Christmas. As usual\, nothing is sacred as the Moms tell their truth\, the hilarious truth and nothing but the embarrassing truth. This show is for anyone who has had a tough time getting in the spirit of the season. The Moms see you .\n\n\n\n Mom’s the Word: Talkin’ Turkey runs December 3 – 22 with P ay What You Can tickets available for all performances. Contact the Belfry Theatre Box Office for more information. \n\n\n\n 250-385-6815\n\n\n\n b oxoffice@belfry.bc.ca\n\n\n\n https://www.belfry.bc.ca/\n\n\n\n Performanc es\n\n\n\n Tuesday - Thursday at 7:30pm\n\n\n\n Fridays &\; Saturdays a t 8pm\n\n\n\n Saturdays at 4pm\n\n\n\n Sundays at 2pm\n\n\n\n Wednesday Ma tinees at 1pm (December 11\, 18) \n\n DTSTART:20241204T033000Z DTEND:20241222T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:1939 DTSTAMP:20240731T211929Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3078-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Belfry Theatre":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n By Jani Lauzon and Kaitlyn Riordan\n\n\n\n Oct 29 – Nov 24 2024\n\n\n\n “A gripping tale of heart and humanity… a stunning su ccess.” - stratfordtoday.ca\n\n\n\n It’s 1939\, the year of King Geo rge’s first Royal Tour of Canada\, and rumour has it that a Residential School in Northern Ontario is on the itinerary. As the Welsh English-teach er rehearses her students for a performance of All’s Well That Ends Well for the King\, the Indigenous actors discover surprising parallels betwee n their various cultures and Shakespeare’s script—and set out to make his bittersweet comedy their own.\n\n\n\n 1939 runs October 29 – Novembe r 24 with Pay What You Can tickets available for all performances. Contact the Belfry Theatre Box Office for more information. \n\n\n\n 250-385-681 5\n\n\n\n boxoffice@belfry.bc.ca\n\n\n\n https://www.belfry.bc.ca/\n\n\n\n Performances\n\n\n\n Tuesday - Thursday at 7:30pm\n\n\n\n Fridays &\; Saturdays at 8pm\n\n\n\n Saturdays at 4pm\n\n\n\n Sundays at 2pm\n\n\n\n W ednesday Matinees at 1pm (November 6\, 13\, 20) \n\n DTSTART:20241030T023000Z DTEND:20241124T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:From Alaska DTSTAMP:20240731T211608Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3077-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Belfry Theatre":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n By Sébastien Harrisson\, translated by Leanna Brodie\n\n \n\n Sep 17 – Oct 13 2024\n\n\n\n “A play about coming to terms with i dentity\, be it social\, political\, sexual\, linguistic\, generational\, or intellectual.” - Montreal Gazette\n\n\n\n This award-winning francoph one play casts us into the world of magic realism. In Quebecois playwright Sébastien Harrisson’s unique world\, time dances with the fast-forward s of grief\, the slowness of healing\, and the unpredictable rhythms of sh ared wisdom. When a retired librarian is held hostage by a tough-talking t eenager\, they gradually discover that what they have both lost is the one thing they have in common. \n\n\n\n From Alaska runs September 17 – Oct ober 13 with Pay What You Can tickets available for all performances. Cont act the Belfry Theatre Box Office for more information. \n\n\n\n 250-385- 6815\n\n\n\n boxoffice@belfry.bc.ca\n\n\n\n https://www.belfry.bc.ca/\n\n\ n\n Performances\n\n\n\n Tuesday - Thursday at 7:30pm\n\n\n\n Fridays & \; Saturdays at 8pm\n\n\n\n Saturdays at 4pm\n\n\n\n Sundays at 2pm\n\n\n\ n Wednesday Matinees at 1pm (September 25\, October 2\, October 9)\n\n DTSTART:20240918T023000Z DTEND:20241013T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Arts & Music in the Gardens DTSTAMP:20240731T163132Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3071-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Gardens at HCP":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n\n \n Saanich\, BC\, August 10 - The Horticulture Centre of the P acific is pleased to announce another year of Arts &\; Music. This is a single-day event on August 10 at The Horticulture Centre of the Pacif ic at 505 Quayle Road. If you love to support local artists and vendors\, listen to live music\, or stroll through the Gardens (or all three!) yo u’re sure to have a great time. Join us from 9am-4pm to experience fun for the whole family! \n \n  \n\n \n We are honoured to host the Arts &\; Music festi val for its 28th year on the land of the W̱SÁNEĆ and Lək̓ʷəŋən pe oples. Located just 12 kilometers north of downtown Victoria BC\, get read y for a day full of local artists\, vendors\, musicians and more\, Saturda y August 10 from 9am-4pm. We are proud to connect people with plants year- round\, and are especially excited to bring the community together for thi s special event. Highlights this year include:\n \n\n \n \n \n Over 30 l ocal vendors\n \n \n \n \n 3 music stages\n \n \n \n \n Food tru cks\n \n \n \n \n Family activities\n \n \n \n \n Sunflower bouq uets\n \n \n \n \n Plant sales\n \n \n \n  \n\n \n Adm ission is $12 per person for non-members\, with HCP members and anyone und er 16 free of charge. 100% of admission proceeds go toward maintaining the gardens as a centre for education\, conservation\, and cultivation in our community - thank you for helping the garden grow!\n \n  \n\n \n Website: https://hcp.ca /visit/arts-and-music/ \n \n\n \n Advance tickets: https://hcp.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/hcp/eventRegi stration.jsp?event=15827&\; \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n DTSTART:20240810T160000Z DTEND:20240810T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fashion for Compassion DTSTAMP:20240726T214122Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3068-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Carley Gibson":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join Victoria Hospice for an elegant afternoon of fashion \, food\, and fun at the beautiful Delta Ocean Pointe Resort on Sunday\, O ctober 20.\n\n\n\n Fashion for Compassion sponsored by Sands Funeral Chape l Victoria will feature fabulous fashions and accessories from Turnabout Luxury Resale modeled by our dedicated volunteers and hospice care team me mbers. Bring a friend or ten and join us for lunch\, a fashion show\, pop- up boutique shopping\, prizes\, and a silent auction to support compassion ate care at Victoria Hospice.\n\n\n\n This signature fundraising event alw ays sells out fast\, so mark your calendars and gather your group today fo r this special celebration. Tickets are $150 and all proceeds go to Victor ia Hospice for compassionate end-of-life care and bereavement support.\n\n \n\n Buy your tickets online\n\n DTSTART:20241020T190000Z DTEND:20241020T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victoria Hospice Shred-A-Thon DTSTAMP:20240726T171043Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3067-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Carley Gibson":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Are you overwhelmed with paper? Want to clean out the fil e cabinets for a great cause? Join Victoria Hospice and RecordXpress in the parking lot at Reynolds Secondary School (McKenzie and Borden) for con fidential shredding by donation on Saturday\, September 21 from 9-noon. Su ggested donation $10 per box. Shred it and forget it!\n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART:20240921T070000Z DTEND:20240921T190000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mike Farris & The Fortunate Few plus Cousin Harley DTSTAMP:20240724T210106Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3064-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n “Ranging from straight-on gospel to blues and Stax-styl e soul\, the music is grounded in Farris’ faith and his sublime musician ship.” – POPMATTERS\n\n\n\n Guitarist/vocalist Mike Farris is the defi nition of putting one’s soul into art. In addition to his 2015 GRAMMY wi n for “Best Roots Gospel Album\,” Shine For All The People\, Farris is an Americana and Dove Music Award winner with multiple solo recordings\, including his last full length release\, Silver and Stone. Farris was also the frontman of mainstream 90s rock group The Screamin’ Cheetah Wheelie s. This extraordinary performer releases a new record this summer. A mix o f spiritual and earthly\, of gospel and country\, of R&\;B\, blues\, an d rock ‘n’ roll\, of faith and fire\, Mike Farris and The Fortunate Fe w return to Victoria to stun audiences once more with what Rolling Stone d escribes as a “supersized voice filled with the electricity of Saturday night and the godly grace of Sunday mornings.”\n\n\n\n Opening for this evening will be Vancouver’s rockabilly trio Cousin Harley.\n\n\n\n Ticke ted performances at Ship Point:\n\n $39 each (service charges may apply)\n \n SAVE BIG! Buy all three Ship Point performances for only $99!\n\n Avail able:\n\n Royal &\; McPherson Box Office (250-386-6121 / www.rmts.bc.c a) - plus service charges\n\n Victoria Jazz Society Office (250-388-4423 / 975A Alston St.) - no service charges\n\n DTSTART:20240826T020000Z DTEND:20240826T050000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rick Estrin & The Nightcats plus Steve Marriner & Local Elec tric DTSTAMP:20240724T205946Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3063-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n “Foot-stomping\, wise-cracking contemporary songs\, a c ombination of rockabilly\, jazz\, blues\, rock\, and big band swing. Estri n is a world class musician…the most colorful and entertaining showman a round.” – Forbes\n\n\n\n The musically fearless and wildly entertainin g Alligator Records recording artist Rick Estrin &\; The Nightcats are among the most entertaining and colourful showmen around. Their new album\ , The Hits Keep Coming\, packs a powerful punch\, with phenomenal musician ship and lyrics fronted by an Alligator Records blues vocalist/harmonica m aster/songwriting legend. Rick Estrin &\; The Nightcats have performed at concert stages around the world\, and won the Blues Music Award for “ Band Of The Year” twice\, among many others. These serious musicians del iver a hot\, groove-heavy\, and hard-hitting good time. Bust out your best moves when Estrin and his musical cohorts get cooking at this year’s BC Smoke Shop Harbour Blues ‘n Roots Festival!\n\n\n\n Opening for this ev ening will be JUNO-winning singer-songwriter Steve Marriner &\; Local E lectric.\n\n\n\n Ticketed performances at Ship Point:\n\n $39 each (servic e charges may apply)\n\n SAVE BIG! Buy all three Ship Point performances f or only $99!\n\n Available:\n\n Royal &\; McPherson Box Office (250-386 -6121 / www.rmts.bc.ca) - plus service charges\n\n Victoria Jazz Society Office (250-388-4423 / 975A Alston St.) - no service charges\n\n DTSTART:20240825T020000Z DTEND:20240825T050000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Dip plus Krystle Dos Santos DTSTAMP:20240724T205816Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3062-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n “The Dip bring soul back into the mainstream as their o wn Seattle sensibility matures and ferments an already robust sound… wit h a heaping plate of modern nostalgia\, a diverse meal of soul\, rock\, an d R&\;B sensibilities.” – No Depression\n\n\n\n Seattle-based R& \;B band The Dip features a three-piece horn section and a vintage sound t hat harkens back to early soul and funk influences. Their latest album\, L ove Direction\, releases right before their appearance at BC Smoke Shop Ha rbour Blues ‘n Roots Festival 2024\, and augments their classic sound wi th expanded instrumentation throughout. They’ve headlined sold-out shows at iconic venues across the country\, supporting new friends like Lake St reet Dive\, The Teskey Brothers\, and Black Pumas\, while also appearing a t major festivals including Bonnaroo and Outside Lands. The Dip’s next s top on their way to stardom is Victoria’s inner harbour this August!\n\n \n\n Opening for this evening will be award-winning soul/country/rock sing er-songwriter Krystle Dos Santos.\n\n\n\n Ticketed performances at Ship Po int:\n\n $39 each (service charges may apply)\n\n SAVE BIG! Buy all three Ship Point performances for only $99!\n\n Available:\n\n Royal &\; McPh erson Box Office (250-386-6121 / www.rmts.bc.ca) - plus service charges\n \n Victoria Jazz Society Office (250-388-4423 / 975A Alston St.) - no serv ice charges\n\n DTSTART:20240824T020000Z DTEND:20240824T050000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:BC Smoke Shop Harbour Blues 'n Roots Festival 2024 DTSTAMP:20240724T205643Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3061-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Jazz Society":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Celebrate the end of summer on a high note with the BC Sm oke Shop Harbour Blues ‘n Roots Festival\, happening Friday\, August 2 3 – Sunday\, August 25\, 2024. Formerly known as Vancouver Island Blues Bash\, this festival brings a lineup of artists in the genres of blues\, r oots\, country\, rock\, world\, soul\, and R&\;B. Featuring artists suc h as The Dip plus Krystle Dos Santos (August 23)\, Rick Estrin &\; The Nightcats plus Steve Marriner &\; Local Electric (August 24)\, and Mike Farris &\; The Fortunate Few plus Cousin Harley (August 25)\, as well as free-to-attend performances on the main outdoor stage at Ship Point\, y ou’ll be rockin’ and groovin’ on the dance floor!\n\n\n\n Ticketed p erformances at Ship Point:\n\n\n\n $39 each (service charges may apply)\n\ n\n\n SAVE BIG! Buy all three Ship Point performances for only $99!\n\n\n\ n Available:\n\n\n\n Royal &\; McPherson Box Office (250-386-6121 / ww w.rmts.bc.ca) - plus service charges\n\n\n\n Victoria Jazz Society Office (250-388-4423 / 975a Alston St.) - no service charges\n\n\n\n Free Perform ances:\n\n\n\n Saturday\, August 24: 12pm - 4:30pm\n\n - The Smokestacks\n \n - Bill Johnson Band\n\n - Kelly Fawcett Band\n\n - Canadian Beauty\n\n\ n\n Sunday\, August 25: 12pm - 4:30pm\n\n - Jaya Bremer\n\n - KSAR\n\n - C ousin Harley\n\n - James Vickers Band\n\n\n\n On-site food vendors and bev erage garden open during festival hours. More info at jazzvictoria.ca!\n\ n DTSTART:20240823T190000Z DTEND:20240826T050000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cookeilidh - Making Spirits Bright! DTSTAMP:20240724T050242Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3060-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Cookeilidh":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Celtic traditions and modern Christmas cheer intertwine i n a delightful musical concert that will enchant audiences of all ages.\n\ n Making Spirits Bright is more than just a concert\; it's a heartfelt cel ebration of the season that blends the old with the new and leaves the aud ience with a sense of wonder and warmth. Celebrate the joy of the holiday season with a blend of traditional Carols\, whimsical modern tunes\, Celti c &\; Maritime favourites\, and spirited dances featuring The Wee Drams \, and guest solo dancers. Whether you're a fan of Celtic music or simply looking to experience the magic of Christmas in a unique and enchanting wa y\, this festive performance promises to bring joy to your holiday season. \n\n\n\n Mary Winspear Centre\n\n\n\n Tickets: https://marywinspear.ca/e vent/cookeilidh-making-spirits-bright\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20241215T220000Z DTEND:20241216T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:OPENING NIGHT - Blue Bridge Rep announcing: Wind In The Will ows by Kenneth Grahame DTSTAMP:20240719T153314Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3057-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="BlueBridgeTheatre":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Wind In The Willows by Kenneth Grahame\n\n\n\n Directed by Jacob Richmond\n\n\n\n August 16 – 6 pm*\n\n\n\n August 17 – 2 & \; 6 pm\n\n\n\n The University Club at UVic\n\n\n\n As spring arrives the good-natured Mole loses patience with his daily monotony and proclaims\, “Hang spring cleaning!” Thus begins his remarkable journey onto the p reviously unseen and idyllic river and into the absolutely frightening ‘ Wild Woods’ with his new-found friends Ratty\, Badger and the wealthy … but decidedly eccentric … Toady.\n\n\n\n Join Blue Bridge Rep as it brings to life this 1908 classic family story by British writer Kenneth Gr ahame in a radio play\, script-in-hand styled\, version starring some of V ictoria’s and Canada’s most talented actors\, directors and designers. \n\n\n\n Sip your tea or drink of choice and nibble on British themed culi nary delights on the idyllic outdoor patio of UVic’s University Club whi le watching real bunnies\, otters and ducks lovingly mock the efforts of h umans to unlock the mystery of the natural world.\n\n\n\n Suitable for aud iences of all ages. Unleash your inner child!\n\n\n\n *Join us after the p erformance for a special donor reception featuring music by noted jazz mus ician Peter Dent (and friends)\n\n DTSTART:20240817T010000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victoria Guitar Society presents classical guitarist Stephen Lochbaum in concert DTSTAMP:20240716T185453Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3056-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Guitar Society":broadland@xplornet.co m DESCRIPTION:\n \n The Victoria Guitar Society is pleased to present\, in concert\, versatile classical guitarist Stephen Lochbaum.  Stephen’s j azz and continuo experience has established him as a strong chamber musici an and he enjoys an incredibly diverse array of chamber music performances . From medieval songs\, to early Baroque Opera\, Bach Cantata’s\, Mozart Arias\, Schubert songs\, through to flamenco\, Jaco Pastorius\, Frank Zap pa\, and music from the Final Fantasy series. Stephen recently recorded an album with renowned audio specialist Drew Henderson.\n\n \n\n Stephen rec eived his Masters degree while studying with Dr. Alexander Dunn and Maestr o Pepe Romero and went on to win the Canadian National Music Festival and perform with internationally recognized groups such as the Vancouver Canta ta Singers with whom he performed Castelnuovo-Tedesco’s Romancero gitano and received his CBC radio debut.  He segued into jazz performance with Jason Corbett and became one of the most sought after jazz acts in Victori a. The duo was the highest billed group in Victoria’s 2010 International JazzFest and they enjoyed dozens of performances a year while their recor dings and performances were featured on national radio\, CBC Radio 1 and 3 \, and local television shows.\n\n \n\n In 2011 Stephen received a full-ti me doctoral teaching fellowship to resume his classical studies at Univers ity of North Texas (UNT) with Tom Johnson. He won first prize at internati onal competitions held by Indiana University\, Texas A&\;M\, University of Lousiville\, Middle Tennessee State University\, and the Florida Guita r Foundation.  Stephen developed a deep love of early music at UNT and be gan performing on theorbo\, baroque guitar\, lute\, and cittern under the guidance of Julliard professor Daniel Swenberg. He was also able to study with Paul Leenhouts\, Director of Early music at UNT and UN Lifetime Achie vement recipient\, and eventually form the duo In villam columbae. The two have composed and commissioned new works and made numerous arrangements f or the surprisingly successful combination of guitar and recorder.\n\n\n\n Tickets: $20-30 visit www.victoriaguitarsociety.ca\n\n DTSTART:20240811T023000Z DTEND:20240811T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:\"Creation...Ignites Creativity in the Soul\" DTSTAMP:20240714T012353Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3055-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Creation":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n We are delighted to invite you to enjoy the following sho w at the ArtSea Gallery\, Sidney\, BC:\n\n\n\n \"CREATION!\" ~ from July 2 6th to Aug. 1st 2024\, 10 to 4\n\n\n\n Three friends: two painters and one photographer:\n\n\n\n Nancy Slaght\, Diana Farrell and Jill Stafiej!\n\n\ n\n Personally ignited and inspired by the glories of Creation\, we all ar e gifted to participate in creation\, using our unique materials and style s.\n\n\n\n From portrayals of sweeping landscapes to details of tiny birds \, come and be delighted and inspired along with us at our forthcoming sho w: \"Creation!\" at the ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park\, Sidney (9565 5th St.\, Sidney)\, from July 26th to August 1st 2024\, 10 to 4.\n\n\n\n Nancy and Diana will demonstrate their work on personal projects during the sho w for your enjoyment.\n\n\n\n We so look forward to seeing you\, and rejoi cing in the beauty of \"Creation!\" together! Best to you all\, Jill\, Dia na and Nancy.\n\n DTSTART:20240726T170000Z DTEND:20240801T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:How to Build a Fire by Kerri Flannigan DTSTAMP:20240710T163829Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3053-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="UVic Legacy Art Gallery":broadland@xplornet.co m DESCRIPTION:\n Saturday August 3 &\; Sunday August 4 | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM\n\n\n\n Intrepid Studio | 2-1609 Blanshard St\n\n\n\n Co-presented by Legacy Art Gallery and Impulse Theatre\, How To Build a Fire is a perfor mance accompanied by projections\, sound and live-narration. Connections t o nature\, changing climates and wildfire are explored through the relatio nship between Kerri\, the performer\, and their father Mike\, a fire scien tist. This performance asks questions about what kind of relationships we should have with each other\, with fire\, and with the land around us.\n\n \n\n Kerri Flannigan (she/they) is an interdisciplinary artist\, performer \, and educator currently based on Lkwungen and W̱SÁNEĆ Territories (Vi ctoria\, BC)\, who experiments with methods of research and storytelling t hrough installation\, video\, and performance. With a background as an exp erimental animator and zine-maker\, Flannigan is interested in investigati ng different ways of creating and performing narratives\, working to creat e a framework through which the personal is critically connected to a wide r sphere of context.\n\n\n\n This presentation takes place at the Intrepid Studio (1609 Blanshard)\, a 45 seat venue with wheelchair accessibility  and two gender neutral washrooms. Non-alcoholic beverages and snacks wil l be available.\n\n\n\n Tickets: https://htbaf2024.eventbrite.com/\n\n DTSTART:20240804T023000Z DTEND:20240804T040000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20240804T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – MichaudMichaud Des ign DTSTAMP:20240703T185917Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3052-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The designs of father and son\, Denys and François-Xavie r Michaud combine originality\, purity\, style and modernity. They are pro ud to develop lines of jewellery for those who choose to express themselve s differently.\n\n\n\n View MichaudMichaud Design on The Avenue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/jewellers/michaudmichaud/\n \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240727 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240804 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Reflections - Judy Mclaren DTSTAMP:20240630T222026Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3051-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="fortune gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Works by local artist Judy Mclaren at Fortune Gallery\n\n \n\n  \n\n\n\n Reflections’ is a collection of recent seascapes by Judy McLaren. Inspired by her love of nature\, particularly by her love of the seashore where she lives\, she has captured the sea and shore in all its many moods.  The power of a coming storm and the calm that follows\, the subtle changes of light at the end of the day and the brilliance of the d escending sun\, the drama of a point of light in a darkening sky - this is the poetry that has inspired her brush. In each painting\, she has studie d the conversation between sea and sky\, between rock and vegetation\, bet ween light and dark and the wonderful movement that is created by the cont ours of the shore\, shaped by wind and weather.\n\n  \n\n Her brushwork t ypifies the energy and passion that imbue her work. She uses reference mat erial as a starting point and is not interested in a literal representatio n. Instead\, it provides her with an opportunity to explore artistic expre ssion.\n\n\n\n Since her diagnosis of Stage Four Breast Cancer\, her inten tion has been to live life to the fullest possible.  Every day is a gift . Each walk down to the sea to watch the waves and study the wildlife is d ifferent and precious. Every moment with family and friendships is to be t reasured.\n\n  \n\n Judy has been an active artist since graduating from the Ontario College of Art in 1979. She considers her art a work in progre ss\, continually evolving and developing. Her paintings have been exhibite d in galleries in Victoria and have won several top prizes at the Sooke Fi ne Art Show\, the Sidney Fine Art Show and in plein air competition. She h as also received numerous commissions and spent seven months as ‘artist in residence’ at the Empress Hotel. She lives in Deep Cove\, with her hu sband.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Join Fortune Gallery July 20th in celebrating Ju dy Mclaren's Exhibition at the opening reception 2:00 - 4:00 pm\n\n DTSTART:20240717T190000Z DTEND:20240819T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Lorna Dockstader DTSTAMP:20240626T180747Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3049-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Lorna Dockstader's recurring themes of purity and solitud e are evident in her abstracted landscapes. She is particularly drawn to t he landscapes of western Canada. \"Echoes of Ocean and Mist\" was inspired by a walk along Chesterman Beach on a misty September day\, where high su rf and crashing white foam left an indelible impression. The contrasts and fluid motion in the artwork reflect the artist’s experience of that pow erful coast landscape.\n\n\n\n Image: \"Echoes of Ocean and Mist’ by Lor na Dockstader - acrylic on canvas\, 24 x 48 inches\n\n\n\n View Lorna's pa intings on The Avenue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegallery.com/art ists/painters/dockstader-lorna/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240719 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240727 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:All Paintings Great and Small DTSTAMP:20240626T171951Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3048-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Donna dubock":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n From nature to abstract theres something for everyone!\n\ n\n\n Artwork paintings prints cards and lots more!\n\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240823 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240830 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Quatrain: a group exhibition DTSTAMP:20240615T161656Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3042-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="wduffieldart":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Quatrain: a poem\, consisting of four lines\n\n\n\n A gro up exhibition featuring four diverse local artists:\n\n Susan Duffield\, f abric\, paper and thread\n\n Wendy Duffield\, mixed media collage\, sculpt ure &\; jewellery\n\n Susan Underwood\, printmaker and painter\n\n Sand ra Moffat\, mixed media &\; collage\n\n\n\n Dates: Sep 13 – 19  10 am – 5pm\n\n\n\n Venue: ArtSea Gallery\, 9565 Fifth Street\, Sidney BC V 8L 1T3\n\n\n\n Opening reception: Saturday Sept 14 between 3-5pm\n\n Works hops and presentations will also be offered.\n\n\n\n \n https://www.faceb ook.com/events/440951781898032/440951788564698?event_time_id=4409517885646 98&\;ref=newsfeed \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n DTSTART:20240913T170000Z DTEND:20240920T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VSMF 2024 concert 6: Dover Quartet with Arthur Rowe DTSTAMP:20240614T162126Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3040-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Farris":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The Dover Quartet present the closing concert of this yea r's Victoria Summer Music Festival\, with Arthur Rowe at the piano.\n\n\n\ n \n\n\n\n Pre-concert talk: 7:15 pm\n\n\n\n Concert: 7:30 pm\n\n\n\n Prog ramme (subject to change):\n\n\n\n \n Joaquín Turina (1882-1949): La ora ción del torero\, Op. 34 (“Bullfighter’s Prayer”)\n \n \n Jessie M ontgomery (b. 1981): Strum\n \n \n Mozart (1756-1791) – Quartet in E fl at major\, K. 428\n \n\n\n\n Intermission\n\n\n\n \n Shostakovich (1906-1 975) – Piano Quintet in G minor\, Op. 57\n \n\n\n\n Performer bios: htt ps://vsmf.org/2024-performers\n\n\n\n Get tickets: https://www.canadahelp s.org/en/charities/victoria-summer-music-festival-society/events/dover-qua rtet-with-arthur-rowe-vsmf-2024-concert-6/\n\n\n\n DTSTART:20240813T023000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VSMF 2024 Concert 5: Dover Quartet DTSTAMP:20240614T161405Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3039-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Farris":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Note: This is a matinee concert.\n\n\n\n An audience favo urite\, the Dover Quartet returns to VSMF with the first of two exciting p rogrammes.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Pre-concert talk: 2:15 pm\n\n\n\n Concert: 2:3 0 pm\n\n\n\n Programme (subject to change):\n\n\n\n \n Dvořák (1841-190 4) – String quartet No. 12 in F major\, Op. 96 “American” (B.179)\n \n \n Janáček (1854-1928) – Quartet No. 2 “Intimate letters”\n \n \n\n\n Intermission\n\n\n\n \n Tchaikovsky (1840-1893) – Quartet No. 1 in D major\, Op. 11\n \n\n\n\n Performer bios: https://vsmf.org/2024-perf ormers\n\n\n\n Get tickets: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/vict oria-summer-music-festival-society/events/dover-quartet-vsmf-2024-concert- 5/\n\n\n DTSTART:20240811T213000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Event cancelled DTSTAMP:20240613T182835Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3038-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Munro Books":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n This event has been cancelled.\n\n DTSTART:20240613T210000Z DTEND:20240613T213000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bowker Creek Brush-Up - Art Show and Sale DTSTAMP:20240613T175842Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3037-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Oak Bay Community Artists":broadland@xplornet. com DESCRIPTION:\n Come  and meet over forty artists demonstrating and sell ing their art. Have fun at the kids tent\, enjoythe music and the fund-rai sing BBQ.\n\n DTSTART:20240811T180000Z DTEND:20240811T233000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VSMF 2024 concert 4: New Zealand String Quartet DTSTAMP:20240612T213341Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3036-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Farris":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n In this\, their second performance of the fest ival\, the New Zealand String Quartet – Te Rōpū Tūrū O Aotearoa (NZS Q) present another varied programme of chamber music.\n\n\n\n Pre-concert talk: 7:15 pm\n\n\n\n Concert: 7:30 pm\n\n\n\n Programme (subject to chang e):\n\n\n\n Gareth Farr (b. 1968) – “Te Koanga” (“Spring”)\n\n H aydn (1732-1809) – String quartet\, Op. 71\, no. 3\n\n Debussy (1862-191 8) – String quartet in G minor\, Op. 10 (L.91)\n\n\n\n Performer bios:  https://vsmf.org/2024-performers\n\n\n\n Get tickets: https://www.canadah elps.org/en/charities/victoria-summer-music-festival-society/events/new-ze aland-string-quartet-vsmf-2024-concert-4/\n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART:20240808T023000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VSMF 2024 Concert 3: NZ String Quartet with Pamela Highbaugh Aloni DTSTAMP:20240612T211359Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3035-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Farris":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n The New Zealand String Quartet – Te Rōpū Tūrū O Ao tearoa (NZSQ) make their VSMF début\, joined by cellist Pamela Highbaugh Aloni.\n\n\n\n Pre-concert talk: 7:15 pm\n\n\n\n Concert: 7:30 pm\n\n\n\n Programme (subject to change):\n\n\n\n \n Tabea Squire (b. 1989) – “I danced\, unseen”\n \n \n Janáček (1854-1928) – String quartet no. 1\, “Kreutzer Sonata”\n \n\n\n\n Intermission\n\n\n\n \n Schubert (1797-1828) – String quintet in C major\, Op. posth. 163 “Cello Qui ntet” (D.956)\n \n\n\n\n Performer bios: https://vsmf.org/2024-performe rs\n\n\n\n Get tickets: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/victoria -summer-music-festival-society/events/nz-string-quartet-with-pamela-highba ugh-aloni-cello-vsmf-2024-concert-3\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART:20240807T023000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VSMF 2024 concert 1: Boutin-Bourque\, Hansen\, and Rowe DTSTAMP:20240611T183455Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3032-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Farris":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n Join us as David Boutin-Bourque (clarinet)\, Phi lip Hansen (cello)\, and Arthur Rowe (piano) present the opening concert o f the main Victoria Summer Music Festival 2024 series.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Pr e-concert talk: 7:15 pm\n\n\n\n Concert: 7:30 pm\n\n\n\n Programme (subje ct to change):\n\n\n\n \n Poulenc (1899-1963) – Sonata for clarinet and piano (FP 184)\n \n \n Beethoven (1770-1827) – Cello sonata no. 3 in A major\, Op. 69\n \n \n Brahms (1833-1897) – Clarinet trio in A minor\, Op. 114\n \n\n\n\n Performer bios: https://vsmf.org/2024-performers\n\n\ n\n Get tickets: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/victoria-summer -music-festival-society/events/hansen-boutin-bourque-and-rowe-vsmf-2024-co ncert-1/\n\n\n\n\n DTSTART:20240731T023000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sasha Returns - piano Recital DTSTAMP:20240530T170108Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3029-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Fran Pollet":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Sasha Luchkov\, a talented young pianist from Ukraine\, w ill be featured in recital at St. Dunstan’s Anglican Church\, 1806 San Juan Ave. in Gordon Head\, June 8\, 7pm.  Currently studying at UBC with David Fung\, Sasha performed here last year to much acclaim. Program incl udes works by Mendelssohn\, Beethoven\, and Debussy.  Admission is by don ation.  All monies raised will support his education costs in Canada. \n \n\n\n Teachers and mentors of Sasha are organizing recitals here in Victo ria and Duncan in support of his considerable talent\, noting the difficul t political climate facing those youth in Ukraine wishing to pursue career s in the arts. \n\n DTSTART:20240609T020000Z DTEND:20240609T034500Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Mary-Jean Butler DTSTAMP:20240528T210033Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3028-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Mary-Jean Butler's paintings reflect the rugged landscape of British Columbia's mountains and coastline. Her home studio is situate d amongst the trees\, cliffs and water shown in the landscapes she paints. \n\n\n\n \"For all its physical suggestion of permanence\, the landscape i s susceptible to constant change. It's the exploration of the seemingly en dless variations that can occur within the years\, days or even moments th at I find fascinating subject matter for my paintings.\" – Mary-Jean But ler\n\n\n\n Image: 'Reaching Out' by Mary-Jean Butler - oil on canvas\, 3 0 x 60 inches\n\n\n\n View Mary-Jean Butler's paintings on The Avenue Gall ery's website: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/painters/butler-mary- jean/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240617 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240625 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gathered Landscapes - Group Exhibition by Brabra Edwards\, D iane MacDonald\, and Dave Skilling DTSTAMP:20240526T221234Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3027-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="fortune gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Painter Barbra Edwards\, photographer Diane MacDonald and printmaker Dave Skilling have joined forces to showcase their diverse app roaches to landscape. The exhibition Gathered Landscapes unveils the uniqu e response of the three artists to their natural surroundings. While each employs different tools and materials\, a familiar rhythm\, mood and vibra nce emerge. \n\n \n\n Elements that surface in Barbra’s paintings are o ften organic\, vegetal shapes that have infused themselves into her subcon scious from forest and shoreline walks. Diane aims to find unique ways to express the awe she so often experiences in her coastal surroundings. The rhythmic aesthetic of Dave’s linocut prints expresses his personal exper iences on the island lakes and trails.\n\n \n\n Each artist gathers essent ial information in a search to communicate the interconnectedness that exi sts between humans and the environment. \n\n DTSTART:20240608T070000Z DTEND:20240623T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Lake - Paintings by Paul Bryans DTSTAMP:20240526T213746Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3026-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="fortune gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Paul Bryans has been creating artwork and developing his technique for four decades. He is known best for his island landscapes but his work also features abstraction and elements of expressionism. The art ist is inspired by the natural world around him as well as inner explorati on. Bryans was born on Vancouver Island but spent his formative years grow ing up in Haida Gwaii and Nigeria. Now residing on Salt Spring Island Brya ns has contributed to many shows and galleries there for the past years. T heses places are reflected in Bryans work contributing to his landscape pa intings. Bryans work allows us to slow down and take a minute to breathe. \n\n DTSTART:20240601T070000Z DTEND:20240608T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Jo Ludwig DTSTAMP:20240524T184302Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3025-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Jo Ludwig’s unique 'Things of Beauty' ('ToBs') are crea ted in a two-stage process of fusing multiple layers of glass then slumpin g them in a glass kiln. The assembled layers are placed in a glass kiln an d heated until they fuse into a single piece of glass. After many finishin g steps they are complete. The top layer of dichroic glass gives a brillia nce to these small sculptures that dazzles all that behold them. The crea tion of these jewel-like works of art is Jo's passion.\n\n\n\n Image: 'Thi ngs of Beauty' by Jo Ludwig – dichroic glass\, sizes vary\n\n\n\n View J o's glass on The Avenue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegallery.com/a rtists/glaziers/ludwig-jo/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240609 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240617 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Book Signing: William Deverell's The Long-Shot Trial DTSTAMP:20240517T192808Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3024-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Munro Books":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join Munro’s Books on June 15th to meet William Deverel l\, the author of the Arthur Beauchamp thriller series! He'll be signing t he ninth book in the series: The Long-Shot Trial!\n\n\n\n In the Long-Shot Trial\, Arthur Beauchamp takes a break from the courtroom to write a memo ir so he can set the record straight about a headline murder case he fough t as a young lawyer in 1966. The trial would either mark him as a pathetic loser or thrust him into the top ranks of criminal counsel. The backgroun d: in 1966\, a young housemaid was raped by her employer\, a callous and v indictive millionaire. She shot him point blank\, so it seemed an open-and -shut case of first-degree murder. Enter Arthur Beauchamp\, a young lawyer haunted by having bungled his only previous murder case. He is now called upon to defend a case that he is almost certain can’t be won. But as th e trial speeds through twists and turns\, his slashing cross-examinations bring hope that the jury might entertain a reasonable doubt. In the presen t time\, Arthur learns that writing about his social gaffes\, booze\, and sex is not easy\, especially as his efforts are regularly interrupted by t he quirky characters who inhabit his supposedly idyllic Garibaldi Island.\ n\n\n\n After careers as a journalist\, criminal lawyer\, and political ac tivist\, WILLIAM DEVERELL turned to fiction\, and his first effort won the Seal First Novel Award. Since then\, he has earned multiple prizes for hi s 20 published novels\, including the Dashiell Hammett Prize for literary excellence in crime writing in North America\, two Crime Writers of Canada Awards (formerly the Arthur Ellis Award)\, and two runners-up for the Ste phen Leacock Medal for Humour. He lives on Pender Island in British Columb ia. \n\n\n\n WHEN: Saturday\, June 15th from 12:00 p.m. until 1:30 p.m.\n\ n\n\n WHERE: In-Store at Munro's Books\, 1108 Government St. in Victoria.\ n\n\n\n WHAT: Meet\, greet\, and have William Deverell sign your copies of his book! \n\n\n\n HOW: This event is free to attend. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n DTSTART:20240615T190000Z DTEND:20240615T203000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Roberta Pyx Sutherland at Chapel Gallery\, St Matthias May 2 4 - June 8.  DTSTAMP:20240517T040233Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3023-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Art Openings":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Roberta Pyx Sutherland presents\n\n\n\n More Blessed Than We Know\n\n\n\n at Chapel Gallery\, St Matthias May 24 - June 8.\n\n\n\n Opening reception is May 24\, 6:00-9:00\, Artist Talk at 7:00.\n\n\n\n Vis it the Chapel Gallery at St Matthias on Saturdays and Sundays 11:00 - 1:00 from May 24 - June 8.\n\n\n\n https://www.artopenings.ca/pyx-at-chapel-20 24.html\n\n\n\n Visual artist Roberta Pyx Sutherland continues her investi gation into the nature of reality and our place in the universe with this new series of artworks.\n\n DTSTART:20240525T010000Z DTEND:20240608T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery - Feature Artist - Tanya Bone DTSTAMP:20240514T232821Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3022-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n As long as Tanya Bone can remember\, she has been drawn t o the still life paintings of Old Masters and says\, “they speak to me o n a deeply emotional level.” She works with traditional media and classi cal methods and is moved to create paintings that induce a re-appreciation of traditional realism and touch upon timeless and universal themes.\n\n\ n\n View Tanya Bone's paintings at The Avenue Gallery or online: https:// theavenuegallery.com/artists/painters/bone-tanya/\n\n\n\n The Avenue Galle ry\, 2184 Oak Bay Avenue\, Victoria\, BC V8R 1G3\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240601 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240609 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Teeny Tiny Garden Tour 2024 – Presented by Peninsula Co-op DTSTAMP:20240513T203826Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3021-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Carley Gibson":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join Victoria Hospice Sunday\, June 9\, 2024 for this muc h loved annual tour. Enjoy cottage gardens and zen gardens\, backyard tran sformations\, high and low maintenance enclaves\, and acres of inspiration packed into small spaces.\n\n\n\n Visit 10-12 gardens clustered in Cordov a Bay\, Broadmead and the Gorge area this year. You’ll be sure to find i nspiration and learn about new plants and flowers from our wonderful home gardeners. \n\n\n\n Tickets are $30 at select locations:\n\n • Brown’ s the Florist Downtown\, Sidney\, and Westshore (cash only)\n\n • Garden works Oak Bay\, Saanich\, and Colwood\n\n • Wildwood Outdoor Living Cent re (cash only)\n\n • Victoria Hospice Fund Development office\, 4th floo r Richmond Pavilion\n\n\n\n Thank you to our wonderful sponsors and suppor ters who help make this event possible!\n\n\n DTSTART:20240609T163000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fired Up! Contemporary Works in Clay -Art Show DTSTAMP:20240509T230112Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3020-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Irene Ives":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Fired Up! -Contemporary Works in Clay\n\n\n\n A 40th Anni versary Celebration of Canadian Ceramic Arts\n\n\n\n What is Fired Up? Th e first Fired Up! Contemporary Works in Clay was hosted by the renowned Ro bin Hopper and Judi Dyelle in their Metchosin garden\, where they brought together 12 ceramic artists who shared a vision of more than just another pottery sale. Their purpose was to show the public the many diverse ways o f working with clay by demonstration and exhibition\, and to promote the u nderstanding and appreciation of ceramics as an art form. Since that first exhibition\, this annual show has become a much anticipated tradition in Metchosin\, on the West Shore of Greater Victoria where Judi still runs Ch osin Pottery and Gallery showcasing their work. Through the years the arti sts of Fired-Up! have been featured in venues both across Canada and the U SA\, including 25th anniversary shows at the Canadian Clay and Glass Galle ry in Waterloo\, Ont. and at the Jonathon Bancroft-Snell Gallery in London \, Ont. In the last decade\, they also exhibited at two NCECA Conferences\ , in Portland\, Oregon and in Seattle\, Washington.\n\n\n\n Who is Fired U p? Fired Up! Contemporary Works in Clay consistently offers an opportunit y for the public to meet some of BC's best-known ceramics artists\, and to have first-hand access to their work. Since that first exhibition\, this show has continued to run annually and there have been a total of 28 membe rs of the Fired Up! group across that time. The current core group consist s of British Columbian artists who continue to produce and exhibit excitin g and innovative functional\, decorative and sculptural work: Vin Arora\, Alan Burgess\, Samantha Dickie\, Sandra Dolph\, Peter Flannagan\, Sandy Ha rquail\, Gordon Hutchens\, Cathi Jefferson\, Miera Mathison\, and Kinichi Shigeno. 2024 is a very important year for the Fired Up! show\; as the lo ngest running ceramic exhibition group in Canada\, this spring they celebr ate their 40th anniversary. In recognition of this impressive milestone\, this year’s theme is “Honouring 40 Years” and will feature contempor ary work from the current artists\, as well as showcasing that of former g roup members: Louise Card\, Susan Delatour\, Judi Dyelle\, Mary Fox\, Sue Hara\, Denys James\, Glenys Marshall-Inman\, Craig Rogers\, Lauri Rolland and Dianne Searle. The retrospective will also include an “In Memoriam ” tribute to some former members who are sadly no longer with us\, but h ave left an indelible mark on the Canadian ceramics scene: Marlene Bowman\ , Meg Burgess\, Walter Dexter\, Robin Hopper\, Gary Merkel\, Pat Webber\, and Robin Righton. \n\n\n\n When is Fired Up 2024? The annual Fired Up! -Contemporary Works in Clay event is always a highlight of the Canadian ce ramics art scene\, but this year in particular is not one to be missed. Fo r 2024\, in honour of the anniversary\, the group is showcasing work from all past and present members complete with artist biographies. Don’t mis s this special show at the Metchosin Community Hall (4401 William Head Rd) \, May 25-26. It is a unique opportunity to view the work of both these fo rmer and current ceramics “influencers” who have helped put Canada on the ceramic arts map\, and whose knowledge and expertise continue to be fo undational to practicing ceramic artists in the field. \n\n\n\n For more information\, Please follow Fired Up! On Facebook: https://www.facebook.co m/FiredUpWorksInClay/ and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firedupwork sinclay/ \, and visit their website: https://www.firedup.ca\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240525 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240527 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Generations: The Sobey Family and Canadian Art DTSTAMP:20240508T214528Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3019-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Organized by the McMichael Canadian Art Collection. Curat ed by McMichael Canadian Art Collection Chief Curator\, Sarah Milroy Gener ations: The Sobey Family and Canadian Art tells the story of one family’ s visionary engagement with Canadian and Indigenous art\, braiding togethe r works by early European newcomers like Cornelius Krieghoff\; titans of C anadian 20th century art\, the Group of Seven\, Tom Thomson\, David Milne and Emily Carr\; a rich display of works by the Quebec Impressionists\, as well as Automatiste painters Jean Paul Riopelle and Paul-Émile Borduas\; and works by trail-blazing artists of today\, including contemporary Indi genous artists Kent Monkman\, Brenda Draney\, Brian Jungen and Annie Pooto ogook\, as well as leading international artist Peter Doig. A recurring th eme in the exhibition is the North Atlantic\, its role in history\, and it s impact on artists’ imaginations. Exhibition runs until October 27\, 20 24 Image Credit: Kent Monkman\, Study for “mistikôsiwak (Wooden Boat Pe ople): Resurgence of the People\,” (Final Variation) (detail)\, 2019 acr ylic on canvas 107.3 x 213.4 cm Collection of the Sobey Art Foundation © Kent Monkman\n\n DTSTART:20240629T170000Z DTEND:20241028T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ceramics in the Courtyard: A six-part in-person workshop ser ies DTSTAMP:20240508T214039Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3018-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="AGGV":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join us for sunset ceramics in the Gallery’s beautiful courtyard!\n\n\n\n Learn hand-building clay skills and reflect on the AGGV Collection\, as featured in the exhibition A View From Here: Reimagining the AGGV Collections .\n\n\n\n Led by Amanda Marie\, a local ceramic art ist\, participants will become familiar with the AGGV collection\, diving into form\, function\, and blue and white ware. This is a beginners hand-b uilding clay class.\n\n\n\n No previous experience is necessary.\n\n\n\n 6 Sessions | Thursday evenings | May 16 - June 20 | 5-8pm\n\n General: $240 | Members: $230\n\n\n\n Limited Spots - REGISTER TODAY!\n\n\n\n https:// www.eventbrite.ca/e/ceramics-in-the-courtyard-workshop-with-amanda-marie-t ickets-894677363077?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0kBvpMYnb4KQuK0pg0vYkjnURtO EkBmweb9ciPQwQ6MtyidQTTgF_PRoY_aem_AfrQGFAP3oUvb5cgvaPcPJIr_YXyNa1xOEXqndu g8cFy4G1q2NeRabqXJJaFQcXpZtBE43WT-nnyNZ8WfYaPzMzX\n\n\n\n Session 1: Thur sday\, May 16\n\n Session 2: Thursday\, May 23\n\n Session 3: Thursday\, May 30\n\n Session 4: Thursday\, June 6\n\n Session 5: Thursday\, June 13\n\n Session 6: Thursday\, June 20\n\n\n\n PLEASE NOTE: These workshop sessions take place outdoors and are weather permitting. If any sessions n eed to be rescheduled due to inclement weather\, you will be notified.\n\n \n\n ---\n\n\n\n Artist Bio:\n\n\n\n Amanda Marie is a ceramic artist curr ently based in Lekwungen Territory off Canada’s pacific coast\, whose cr eative practice is heavily influenced and inspired by the alien elements o f nature. Amanda’s work endeavours to challenge the traditional techniqu es of craft and questions the ideas of perfection\, defectiveness\, and be longing in the medium\, bending the structured methods that shape the prac tice. Utilizing her background in environmental studies and geology\, she seeks to enhance the connection to earth\, through playing with elements i n ceramic processes that so often replicate\, distort and remix the natura l creative processes that exists in nature. Amanda's studio was founded in 2017 and currently her practice consists of making unique one of a kind c eramics and small batch productions.\n\n\n\n To learn more about Amanda Ma rie\, visit - amandamarieceramics.com or follow her on Instagram - @amanda marieceramics\n\n DTSTART:20240517T000000Z DTEND:20240621T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:born of isolation (after Eric) DTSTAMP:20240508T050018Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3017-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Anthony Carr":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n British artist Anthony Carr's first solo exhibition in No rth America will transform arc.hive gallery into an ‘odditorium’ of cu riosities: part archive store room\, part astro-botanical science lab.\n\n \n\n This free exhibition contains artworks from the expanded photography field of both sculptural and 2-D form\, where the viewer will be invited t o explore the world of the (faux) archive. Conceived when the world stoppe d and our immediate surroundings held new meaning\, 'the collection' becom es a vehicle for preservation and research\, and a distraction and coping mechanism. Open to everyone of all ages\, the exhibition runs from June 1s t to 16th on Saturdays and Sundays from noon until 4pm\, with a special pr eview reception on Friday May 31st between 7 and 9 pm. Anthony Carr will b e present on all days the gallery is open and will be very happy to give m ore insight into the pieces on display\, over a cuppa.\n\n DTSTART:20240601T190000Z DTEND:20240616T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:BC Yukon Book Prizes Finalists' Reading with Darrel J. McLeo d\, David Norwell\, and Chelsea Wakelyn! DTSTAMP:20240506T220611Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3015-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Munro Books":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Please join Munro’s Books in celebrating three local au thors who are finalists for 2024 BC Yukon Book Prizes: \n\n\n\n Darrel J. McLeod\, finalist for the Ethel Wilson Fiction Prize for A Season in Chez gh'un\n\n\n\n David Norwell\, finalist for the Roderick Haig-Brown Regiona l Prize for A Complex Coast: A Kayak Journey From Vancouver Island to Alas ka\n\n\n\n Chelsea Wakelyn\, finalist for the Ethel Wilson Fiction Prize f or What Remains of Elsie Jane\n\n\n\n A Season in Chezgh'un is a subversiv e novel by acclaimed Cree author Darrel J. McLeod\, infused with the contr adictory triumph and pain of finding conventional success in a world that feels alien. James\, a talented and conflicted Cree man from a tiny settle ment in Northern Alberta\, has settled into a comfortable middle-class lif e in Kitsilano\, a trendy neighbourhood of Vancouver. He is living the lif e he had once dreamed of—travel\, a charming circle of sophisticated fri ends\, a promising career and a loving relationship with a caring man—bu t he chafes at being assimilated into mainstream society\, removed from hi s people and culture. The untimely death of James’s mother\, his only li nk to his extended family and community\, propels him into a quest to reco nnect with his roots. He secures a job as a principal in a remote northern Dakelh community but quickly learns that life there isn’t the fix he’ d hoped it would be: His encounters with poverty\, cultural disruption and abuse conjure ghosts from his past that drive him toward self-destruction . During the single year he spends in northern BC\, James takes solace in the richness of the Dakelh culture—the indomitable spirit of the people\ , and the splendour of nature—all the while fighting to keep his dark si de from destroying his life.\n\n\n\n DARREL J. MCLEOD is Cree from Treaty- 8 territory in Northern Alberta. Before deciding to pursue writing\, he wo rked as an educator\, chief negotiator of land claims for the federal gove rnment and executive director of education and international affairs with the Assembly of First Nations. He holds degrees in French literature and e ducation from the University of British Columbia. He is the author of two memoirs: the award-winning Mamaskatch (2018\; winner of the Governor Gener al's Literary Award for Nonfiction\; shortlisted for many other major priz es\; translated into French and German editions)\, followed by Peyakow (20 21) which was also shortlisted for several literary prizes. He currently l ives in Sooke\, BC\, and divides his time between writing and singing in a jazz band.\n\n\n\n __\n\n\n\n A Complex Coast is a soul-searching persona l account of a young man’s 1\,700-kilometre kayak journey from Victoria\ , BC\, to Gustavas\, Alaska\, illustrated with whimsical watercolour maps and illustrations of local flora\, fauna\, and landscapes. In 2014\, twent y-four-year-old geography student David Norwell set off on a daunting kaya k journey in search of purpose in his life. A jigsaw puzzle of jagged main land and over 50\,000 islands—stretching from southern Vancouver Island to Alaska—lay in front of him. A self-described ordinary kid from small- to-medium-town\, British Columbia\, David had paddled through the Gulf Isl ands and guided youth groups on a nine-day journey from Nanaimo to Victori a. But nothing could prepare him for this. For the next several months\, D avid navigated the waters off the coastal British Columbia\, recording his observations\, musings\, and daily activities in a notebook. The result i s this one-of-a-kind travelogue\, filled with more than 700 whimsical wate rcolour illustrations of coastlines\, local plant and animal species\, cam ping supplies\, and portraits of people he met along the way. He wrote abo ut the nature of solitude\, the search for meaning and adventure\, the wil dlife he encountered\, the survival skills he acquired\, and the existence of his own privilege. A Complex Coast is an unforgettable coming-of-age s tory that will appeal to kayakers\, naturalists\, and anyone looking for a dventure.\n\n\n\n DAVID NORWELL is an author\, illustrator\, and world tra veller. He holds a BSc in Geography from the University of Victoria\, and has worked for six seasons conducting biological and geological surveys In BC\, Alberta\, and the Yukon. His passion is communicating science in a w ay that accesses the human heart. David has visited thirty-three countries \, sailed across the Atlantic and Indian Ocean\, trekked over the Himalaya s with a kitten\, and hitchhiked over two hundred rides. He is dedicated t o understanding the human experience and sharing his findings. When not wo rking on books\, he is volunteering at schools\, studying Buddhism\, and p ractising meditation.\n\n\n\n __\n\n\n\n What Remains of Elsie Jane is a h eartbreaking and darkly funny portrait of a woman unravelling in the wake of tragedy. Sam is dead\, which means that Elsie Jane has just lost the br illiant\, sensitive man she planned to grow old with. The early days of gr ief are a fog of work and single parenting. Too restless to sleep\, Elsie pores over Sam's old love letters\, paces her house\, and bickers with the ghosts of Sam and her dead parents night after night. As the year unfolds \, she develops an obsession with a local murder mystery\, attends a serie s of disastrous internet dates in search of a \"replacement soulmate\,\" a nd solicits a space-time wizard via Craigslist\, convinced he will help he r forge a path through the cosmos back to Sam. Examining the ceaseless lab our of motherhood\, the stigma of death by drug poisoning\, and the allure of magical thinking in the wake of tragedy\, What Remains of Elsie Jane i s a heart-splitting reminder that grief is born from the depths of love.\n \n\n\n CHELSEA WAKELYN is a writer\, musician\, and mother to two lovely\, eccentric humans. She lives on Vancouver Island.\n\n\n\n WHEN: Wednesday\ , June 5th at 7:00 p.m. (doors at 6:30).\n\n\n\n WHERE: In-store at Munro' s Books\, 1108 Government Street in Victoria.\n\n\n\n WHAT: Readings from three BC Yukon Book Prizes finalists: Darrel J. McLeod\, David Norwell\, a nd Chelsea Wakelyn.\n\n\n\n HOW: This event is free to attend.\n\n\n DTSTART:20240606T020000Z DTEND:20240606T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Brenda Roy DTSTAMP:20240503T173340Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3014-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="The Avenue Gallery":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Brenda Roy is one of the few metal artists in Canada exte nsively using stone inlay in her work. She is constantly experimenting to find unexpected and non-traditional ways of incorporating stone into jewel lery pieces. \n\n\n\n \"Much of my work explores contrasts in colour and t exture: smooth stone and polished metal set off by fused or roller printed textures\; the play of colour in unique stone inlays\; precious gems and metals paired with rough minerals or broken pottery shards\; and contempor ary designs that have the feel of ancient artifacts  I love to play with the surprise of asymmetrical designs and unexpected material combinations. \" – Brenda Roy\n\n\n\n View Brenda's jewellery collection on The Avenue Gallery's website: https://theavenuegallery.com/artists/jewellers/roy-br enda/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240524 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240601 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Short Story Celebration! With Carleigh Baker\, Shashi Bhat a nd Terese Svoboda DTSTAMP:20240502T201153Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3013-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Munro Books":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join Munro’s Books for a Short Story Month Celebration! ! We'll launch three exciting new short story collections by Carleigh Bake r\, Shashi Bhat\, and Terese Svoboda!\n\n\n\n From one of the country’s most celebrated new writers\, Carleigh Baker\, comes a blistering collecti on of short fiction that is bracingly relevant\, playfully irreverent\, an d absolutely unforgettable.\n\n\n\n There’s a hole in the ozone layer. A re teenage girls to blame? Floods and wildfires\, toxic culture\, billiona ires in outer space\, or a purse-related disaster while on mushrooms—in today’s hellscape world\, there’s no shortage of things to worry about . Last Woman\, the new collection of short fiction by award-winning author Carleigh Baker\, wants you to know that you’re not alone. In these 13 b rilliant new stories\, Baker and her perfectly-drawn characters are here f or you—in fact\, they’re just as worried and weirded-out as everyone e lse. A woman’s dream of poetic solitude turns out to be a recipe for lon eliness. A retiree is convinced that his silence is the only thing that wi ll prevent a deadly sinkhole. An emerging academic wakes up and chooses in stitutional violence. A young woman finds sisterhood in a strange fertilit y ritual\, and an enigmatic empath is on a cleanse. Baker’s characters a re both wildly misguided and a product of the misguided times in which we live. Through them we see our world askew and skewered—and\, perhaps\, w e can begin to see it anew. Carleigh Baker’s signature style is irrevere nt\, but her heart is true—these stories delve into fear for the future\ , intergenerational misunderstandings\, and the complexities of belonging with sharp wit and boundless empathy. With equal parts compassion and crit ique\, she brings her clear-eyed attention to bear on our world\, and the results are hilarious\, heartbreaking\, and startling in their freshness.\ n\n\n\n CARLEIGH BAKER is an author and teacher of nêhiyaw âpihtawikosi sân and European descent. Born and raised on Stó:lō territory\, she cur rently lives on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musque am)\, Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish)\, and səl̓ilwəta (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples . Her debut story collection\, Bad Endings (Anvil Press\, 2017)\, won the City of Vancouver Book Award\, and was also a finalist for the Rogers Writ ers’ Trust Fiction Prize\, and the Emerging Indigenous Voices Award for fiction.\n\n\n\n ___\n\n\n\n From the Governor General’s Award-shortlist ed author of The Most Precious Substance on Earth\, Shashi Bhat\, comes a breathtaking and sharply funny collection about the everyday trials and im possible expectations that come with being a woman: Death by a Thousand Cu ts.\n\n\n\n A writer discovers that her ex has published a novel about the ir breakup. An immunocompromised woman falls in love\, only to have her bo dy betray her. After her boyfriend makes an insensitive comment\, a colleg e student finds an experimental procedure that promises to turn her brown eyes blue. A Reddit post about a man’s habit of grabbing his girlfrien d’s breasts prompts a shocking confession. An unsettling second date lea ds to the testing of boundaries. And when a woman begins to lose her hair\ , she embarks on an increasingly nightmarish search for answers. With hone sty\, tenderness\, and a skewering wit\, these stories boldly wrestle with rage\, longing\, illness\, and bodily autonomy\, and their inescapable im pacts on a woman’s relationships with others and with herself.\n\n\n\n S HASHI BHAT is the author of the novels The Family Took Shape\, a finalist for the Thomas Raddall Atlantic Fiction Award\, and\, most recently\, The Most Precious Substance on Earth\, a finalist for the Governor General's A ward for fiction. Death by a Thousand Cuts is her first book of short fict ion. Her stories have won the Writers’ Trust/McClelland &\; Stewart J ourney Prize and been shortlisted for a National Magazine Award and the RB C Bronwen Wallace Award for Emerging Writers\, and appeared in such public ations as Hazlitt\, The Fiddlehead\, The Malahat Review\, Best Canadian St ories\, and The Journey Prize Stories. Shashi holds an MFA from the Johns Hopkins University and a BA from Cornell University. She lives in New West minster\, B.C.\, where she is the editor-in-chief of EVENT magazine and te aches creative writing at Douglas College.\n\n\n\n ___\n\n\n\n In Terese S voboda's The Long Swim\, a runaway circus lion haunts a small town where t wo lovers risk more than their respective marriages. A junket to Cuba and an ambassador’s dalliance with a niece hide dark secrets and political r evolution. “I’ve always had a knife\,” says the unstable stepson to his parents. Inventive\, dark\, and absurd\, the stories in The Long Swim capture Terese Svoboda’s clear-eyed\, wry angle on the world: a place of violence and uncertainty but also wild beauty\, adventure\, and love both lasting and ephemeral. Her characters strive for escape—through romance \, travel\, or more self-destructive pursuits—and collide with the const raints of family and home\, their longing for freedom and autonomy often a t odds with the desire for safety and harmony. Cynical\, irreverent\, and formally daring\, Svoboda’s stories in The Long Swim are a deft explorat ion of womanhood and humanity. Waves of provocation and wonder toss the re ader and leave them wanting more.\n\n\n\n TERESE SVOBODA is the author of over twenty books\, including fiction\, poetry\, biography\, translation\, and memoir. Her two most recent novels are Dog on Fire and Roxy and Coco. Her many honors include a Guggenheim fellowship\, the Bobst Prize in fict ion\, the Iowa Poetry Prize\, an NEH translation grant\, the Graywolf Pres s Nonfiction Prize\, a Jerome Foundation grant\, the O. Henry Award for th e short story\, and a Pushcart Prize for the essay.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n WHE N: Wednesday\, May 29th at 7:00 p.m. (doors at 6:30).\n\n\n\n WHERE: In-st ore at Munro's Books\, 1108 Government St. in Victoria.\n\n\n\n WHAT: Read ings from new work by Carleigh Baker\, Shashi Bhat\, and Terese Svoboda\, followed by a Q&\;A with the audience and book signings. Refreshments w ill be provided. \n\n\n\n HOW: This event is free to attend.\n\n\n DTSTART:20240530T020000Z DTEND:20240530T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wild Prose Reading Series Presents: BACK to the Future! DTSTAMP:20240501T204315Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3011-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Sanford Blades":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n Join the Wild Prose Reading Series on Thursday\, May 30th for BACK to the Future! Readings about time travel and nostalgi a\, from Astrid Blodgett (This is How You Start to Disappear)\, Kevin Chon g (The Double Life of Benson Yu)\, and Lori Hahnel (Flicker)!\n\n\n\n  \n \n\n\n We’ll begin with an open mic\, as always (ALL genres welcome) at 7:00 (sign up at 6:30) and then featured readings will start at 7:30. \n\ n\n\n  \n\n\n\n BACK to the Future! with Astrid Blodgett\, Kevin Chong\, and Lori Hahnel\n\n\n\n Thursday\, May 30th\n\n\n\n at Paul Phillips Hall\ , 1923 Fernwood Road\n\n\n\n Doors 6:30\n\n\n\n Open Mic 7:00\n\n\n\n Feat ured Readers 7:30\n\n\n\n Admission: $5 or pay what you can (CASH)\n\n\n\n Free refreshments\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Please bring CASH for admission and books\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n More info: https://www.susansanfordblades.com/wil d-prose-reading-series\n\n DTSTART:20240531T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wildlife Conservation Book Launch: Bob McDonald in Conversat ion with Greg Cummings and Sarah Cox DTSTAMP:20240428T183907Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3010-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Munro Books":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Please join Munro’s Books in launching two new books by local authors about wildlife conversation!! We'll present Greg Cummings\, author of Gorilla Tactics: How to Save a Species and Sarah Cox\, author o f Signs of Life: Fieldnotes From the Frontlines of Extinction in conversat ion with Bob McDonald\, author of The Future is Now: Solving the Climate C risis with Today's Technologies\, and host of CBC Radio's Quirks and Quark s!\n\n\n\n Gorillas are among the most recognizable of the large charismat ic mammals\, but climate change and poaching has brought them to the brink of extinction. Greg Cummings was the executive director of the Dian Fosse y Gorilla Fund for seventeen years. He shares his fascinating experiences as a “wildlife Robin Hood”—raising money from the rich and famous an d redistributing it to endangered gorillas and their habitats. He met and enlisted the help of celebrities such as Sigourney Weaver\, Arthur C. Clar k\, Douglas Adams\, and Leonardo DiCaprio. This thirty-year worldwide jour ney moves from boardrooms in Manhattan and London to mountain treks in Rwa nda and Congo. Gorilla Tactics is sure to enchant readers with Greg’s un ique experiences\, while sharing insight into the work it takes to save a species from extinction.\n\n\n\n GREG CUMMINGS has been featured in intern ational publications such as the Guardian\, Ecologist\, and Sea Angler. In 2006 his organization was awarded the BBC Animal Award for best wildlife conservation program. A fundraiser since 1990\, Cummings has raised money in America\, Britain\, France\, Holland\, Italy\, and Canada for causes ra nging from wildlife conservation to mental health. As director of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund UK\, he set up dozens of innovative\, grassroots proj ects in troubled parts of the world—many of which are self-sustaining to this day. His global perspective has given him an eye for where the next crisis might arise\, and how to thwart it. He lives in Victoria\, British Columbia.\n\n\n\n --\n\n\n\n What’s to be done when only three spotted o wls are left in Canada’s wild? When wolves eat endangered caribou\, corm orants kill rare trees\, and housing developments threaten a tiny frog? En vironmental journalist Sarah Cox has witnessed what happens when we drive species to the brink of extinction. In Signs of Life\, she tags along with the Canadian military\, Indigenous guardians\, biologists\, conservationi sts\, and ordinary people who are racing to save hundreds of species befor e it’s too late. Travelling across the country\, Cox visits the Toronto Zoo\, home of Canada’s only wildlife biobank\, where scientists conserve living cells from endangered species in the event of future loss\; tours Canada’s military bases\, home to some of Canada’s last preserved ecos ystems\; and travels to Indigenous communities where land stewards are str iving to restore the delicate ecological balance that has sustained people for millennia. Through the eyes and work of individuals who are bringing species back from the precipice\, Cox delivers both an urgent message and a fresh perspective on how we can protect biodiversity and begin to turn t hings around.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n SARAH COX is an award-winning author and journalist based in Victoria\, B.C. In 2022\, Cox won the Canadian Associa tion of Journalists’ Award for Environmental &\; Climate Change Repor ting and her investigative reporting for the Narwhal has also been awarded the World Press Freedom Award and the Canadian Journalism Foundation’s Jackman Award for Excellence in Journalism. She has also won a Gold Digita l Publishing Award with her colleagues at The Narwhal and previously won t wo Western Magazine Awards. Sarah’s first book Breaching the Peace: The Site C Dam and a Valley’s Stand Against Big Hydro won a B.C. Book Prize and was a finalist for the Shaughnessy Cohen Prize for Political Writing ( Writers’ Trust of Canada) and the George Ryga Award for Social Awareness in Literature. \n\n\n\n --\n\n\n\n BOB McDONALD has been the host of CBC Radio’s Quirks &\; Quarks since 1992. He is a regular science comment ator on CBC's News Network and a science correspondent for CBC TV’s The National. His book Measuring the Earth with a Stick was shortlisted for th e Canadian Science Writers Association Book Award. He has been honoured wi th the 2001 Michael Smith Award for Science Promotion from the Natural Sci ences and Engineering Research Council of Canada\; the 2002 Sandford Flemi ng Medal from The Royal Canadian Institute\; and the 2005 McNeil Medal for the Public Awareness of Science from the Royal Society of Canada. In Nove mber 2011\, he was made an Officer of the Order of Canada. \n\n\n\n WHEN: Wednesday\, May 22nd at 7:00 p.m. (doors at 6:30)\n\n\n\n WHERE: In-store at Munro's Books\, 1108 Government St. in Victoria\n\n\n\n WHAT: Readings from Greg Cummings and Sarah Cox\, followed by a conversation moderated b y Bob McDonald and a Q&\;A with the audience. Book signings will follow . \n\n\n\n HOW: This event is free to attend. \n\n\n DTSTART:20240523T020000Z DTEND:20240523T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Stefan Lehmann at Gage Gallery May 7-26\, 2024. Opening May 9\, 6:00-9:00 DTSTAMP:20240427T200248Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3008-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Art Openings":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n https://www.artopenings.ca/stefan-lehmann.html \n\n\n\n Stefan Lehmann presents his solo show “A Little Light” at Gag e Gallery May 7-26. Opening May 9\, 6:00-9:00. In support of the Umbrella Society.\n\n\n\n Gage Gallery Arts Collective\, 19 Bastion Square\, Victor ia BC V8W 1J1\n\n\n\n 250-592-2760\, info@gagegallery.ca\; \n\n\n\n Hour s: Tuesday to Sunday 11:00-5:00\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240507 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240527 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ləléʔnəŋ Listening-With: Listening With Ourselves DTSTAMP:20240426T234425Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3007-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="openspaceartsociety":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n Listening With Ourselves: Welcome Gathering and Introduct ion\n\n\n\n \n Everyone is welcome to the first gathering of the Listening -With project\, a six-week series of workshops\, conversations\, and outdo or events that give space and time for asking how our personal\, ancestral \, and professional experiences and realities affect how we listen\, and h ow we sound\, specifically within the territories of the lək̓ʷəŋən p eoples.\n \n Ləléʔnə Listening-With recognizes that artists and all co mmunity members have work to do with respect to the climate emergency\, so cial justice\, and a meaningful commitment to respectful relations with th e original peoples of these lands.\n \n In this opening gathering\, we wil l pose some of the questions we have been asking about the ways we approac h art\, music and sound practices as a community. Over a series of worksho ps\, conversations\, presentations and outdoor practices during the month of May\, we hope to begin a process of change\, reconnection and to streng then relationships through listening and soundmaking.\n \n A final Ləl éʔnə Listening-With Open Gathering on June 2 invites everyone involved in the project to share insights\, ideas\, practices\, and possible new wa ys of working.\n \n Please see main Ləléʔnəŋ Listening-With page for more information.\n https://openspacearts.ca/listening-with\n \n *This fac ility is wheelchair accessible.\n \n The welcoming gathering will include two workshops:\n Sxwamales: gifts from our ancestors\, a workshop led by Y uxwelupton Bradley Dick\, will introduce traditionally inclusive ways of c reating circle agreements with one another during shared times in Ləlé ʔnə Listening-With.\n *Please bring an item that reflects the listening work we are coming collectively to do and how it forms your identity. The workshop is offered to prepare us for how we work with like hearts and lik e minds.\n **A light meal will be available afterwards.\n Deep Listening a nd Reciprocal Listening is a workshop led by Tina Pearson that brings elem ents from the late composer Pauline Oliveros’ Deep Listening practice\; Biospheric Art Practice\; listening practices and strategies from activiti es such as hunting\, soundwalking\, dreaming\, and dancing\; and ways to c onsider collective listening and sounding.\n\n DTSTART:20240428T210000Z DTEND:20240429T030000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Open House at the Institute of Ocean Sciences DTSTAMP:20240426T182626Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:3006-1-6b466595df4a7068f7746ba5aefe534c@www.focusonvictoria.ca ORGANIZER;CN="Anna M":broadland@xplornet.com DESCRIPTION:\n You’re invited to an Open House at the Institute of Oce an Sciences on Saturday June 8\, 2024 from 9:00 am–3:00 pm. Tour a Coast Guard vessel\, learn about earthquakes\, and participate in hands-on scie nce in our labs. This is an excellent opportunity to speak with staff and discover new career opportunities. Join us for a day of discovery and fun for the whole family. On-site parking is limited\, free shuttle from off- site parking will be available.\n\n DTSTART:20240608T160000Z DTEND:20240608T220000Z END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR