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From jazz to Shakespeare, from pottery workshops to whale-watching cruises, from sand sculpture competitions to trumpeter swan festivals... Choose your adventure - and don't forget your camera! |
| June 24, 2012 | ||
| Sun Tue |
1/1- 12/31 |
Chemainus Festival of Murals Each year, hundreds of buses & thousands of visitors from all over the world travel to Vancouver Island British Columbia to take in this unique village with its rich historic past & its professional murals & numerous other attractions. It has since gained world-wide acclaim for the integrity & superb artistry of its huge depictions of the town's history with 41 outdoor murals plus carvings & statues. Our murals are a year-round event, so visit any time & enjoy! |
| Sun Tue |
1/1- 1/1 |
All Fun Swap and Shop All Fun Swap and Shop is held at Western Speedway, 2207 Millstream Road in Langford, every Sunday, weather permitting, from 7:00am to 2:00pm. Contact 250-474-4546. |
| Sun Tue |
1/1- 1/1 |
Victoria Flea Market The Victoria Flea Market is a year-round venue held every Sunday from 9am to 2pm, offering fun for the whole family. Up to 50 sellers indoors selling antiques and collectibles, quality designed arts & crafts, retro home furnishings, vintage clothes and textiles, ceramics, bakelite, art and junk from Victoria's glorious past, and recycled bargains. Leonardo DaVinci Hall, 195 Bay Street, corner Wilson Street. Plenty of free parking. Secure bike lock-up. www.victoriafleamarket.com |
| Wed Wed |
1/18- 6/27 |
Fencing (12 yrs+) Beginners Learn techniques such as attacks, defence moves and footwork. Instruction foil and epee fencing will be covered. Participants will begin to develop precision, coordination, strategy and stamina while getting an excellent workout! All equipment is supplied. Instructors from the Victoria Fencing Club. Beginners Wed Jan 18-March 7, Mar 28-May 16, $56/8, May 23-Jun 27, 7:00-9:00pm. $42/6. Esquimalt Recreation Centre. victoriafencing.ca. |
| Wed Wed |
1/18- 6/27 |
Fencing (12 yrs+) - Intermediate Learn techniques such as attacks, defence moves and footwork. Instruction foil and epee fencing will be covered. Participants will begin to develop precision, coordination, strategy and stamina while getting an excellent workout! All equipment is supplied. Instructors from the Victoria Fencing Club. Intermediate Wed Jan 18-March 7, Mar 28-May 16, $56/8, May 23-Jun 27, 7:00-10:00pm, $42/6. Esquimalt Recreation Centre. victoriafencing.ca. |
| Fri Tue |
1/27- 6/26 |
Mill Bay Garden Club Meetings The Mill Bay Garden Club meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month from January 27, to June 26, 2012 at the Mill Bay Community Hall, 1001 Shawnigan Lake/Mill Bay Road. Doors open at 6:30pm and the meeting begins promptly at 7pm and ends at 9pm. We feature monthly guest speakers or presentations for added interest for our members. Membership is $10.00 annually per person. . Contact: 250-733-2633, www.millbaygardenclub.com. |
| Wed Thu |
2/29- 6/28 |
Buddhist Meditation Happiness is a calm, clear and peaceful mind. Discover the power of meditation to feel less stressed; think more positively and creatively; and respond more openly towards others. Drop-in $10/class (evening) and $6.50/class (lunchtime). Classes lead by Sachi Tamura of the Bodhichitta Buddhist Centre. Wednesdays evenings 7:15-8:45pm, Lunchtime on Thursdays 12:10-12:55pm. $30/6. Esquimalt Recreation Centre, 527 Fraser Street, Victoria. www.esquimalt.ca |
| Wed Wed |
4/4- 9/19 |
Growing Food in the City Course - Victoria Taking you one step closer to food security. Gaia College, Royal Roads University and Haliburton Farm in Victoria have teamed up to bring you a comprehensive and empowering Growing Food course. Starts April 4, 2012 at Haliburton Farm, 742 Haliburton Road, Victoria. www.gaiacollege.ca/announcing-a-new-partnership.html |
| Thu Sun |
5/17- 9/16 |
Dinosaurs: Ancient Fossils, New Discoveries Royal BC Museum, Victoria: The blockbuster exhibition of the year! Imagine the thrill of discovering something new about a creature that lived millions of years ago. Since the first dinosaur fossil was identified almost 200 years ago, people have wondered how these fascinating animals lived, moved and behaved. Dinosaurs explores how paleontologists today use modern technologies, along with new discoveries and ideas, to investigate and reinterpret puzzling dinosaur mysteries, such as what they really looked like, how they moved and the hotly debated theories of why – or even whether – they became extinct. Our program schedule during Dinosaurs is jam-packed with events, presentations and hands-on activities. May 17 to September 16, 2012. Royalbcmuseum.bc.ca. |
| Tue Sat |
5/22- 8/25 |
CFB Esquimalt Navy Base - Free Tours The rich history of Canada's west Coast naval base can be explored by the public through a free guided tour of CFB Esquimalt. Tours begin at Museum Square at CFB Esquimalt, and last about 90 minutes. Enter by Naden Gate, then follow the blue lines on the road surface or the signs with the letter 'M' that mark the way. Two-hour walking tours are also offered on Saturday mornings at 11am, starting at the main gate of HMC Dockyard at the end of Esquimalt Road. Call (250) 363-2595.www.navy.gc.ca/marpac/3/3-w_eng.asp?category=19 |
| Sat Tue |
5/26- 6/26 |
Gardening with Native Plants The native plants and flowers on Vancouver Island are rare and beautiful. Join Marian McCoy from the Garry Oak Ecosystems Recovery Team to learn how to incorporate native plants in your garden. Wildwood Outdoor Living Centre at Cannor Nursery is pleased to announce FREE Spring and Summer Workshops at our store: 4660 Elk Lake Drive, next to the Saanich Commonwealth Pool. Please be sure to sign up for the workshops by calling, emailing, or visiting the store. For more info: wildwoodoutdoorliving.com |
| Mon Mon |
5/28- 6/25 |
Golf (co-ed) for Beginners Learn the basics of golf or refresh your skills! Lessons will cover the fundamentals of the full golf swing, short game, purchasing of equipment, rules and etiquette. Equipment (clubs) are supplied if needed. Lessons are taught in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere by certified CPGA professionals. Mon May 28-Jun 25, 5:30-6:30pm, $115/5. Esquimalt Recreation Centre. www.esquimalt.ca. |
| Fri Mon |
6/1- 9/3 |
Queen Elizabeth II by Cecil Beaton Royal BC Museum, Victoria: Celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee at the Royal BC Museum. This special five-section exhibition of nearly 100 portraits by royal photographer, Cecil Beaton (1904-80) depicts Elizabeth in her roles as princess, monarch and mother, and will include a number of rarely-seen photographs alongside extracts from Beaton’s personal diaries and letters. June 1 to September 3, 2012. Royalbcmuseum.bc.ca. |
| Wed Wed |
6/6- 9/12 |
Chemainus Wednesday Market ome to the Chemainus Wednesday Farmers Market. Each Wednesday from early June to early September the white market tents pop up in the parking lot of the Waterwheel Park in Chemainus. From 11 am to 4:30 pm this intimate little market provides a venue for the sale of local and regional farm produce, flowers, baking, sweets and crafts. What’s unique about the Chemainus Market is it supplements what is available in the local stores and invites you to explore the rest of this charming little town with its wonderful theater, cafes and many small shops. It is a great outing for the whole family. Park your car; it is all within walking distance, even to the beach! |
| Fri Sat |
6/15- 9/1 |
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor® Dreamcoat Follow Joseph's journey from slavery to freedom as one of Egypt's most powerful men. Full of fabulous music, show-stopping dancing and raucous fun, hits include "Close Every Door", "Any Dream Will Do" and "Poor, Poor Joseph. Location: Chemainus Theatre. |
| Fri Sun |
6/22- 6/24 |
Jump Ship - Freestyle Bike Contest Jump Ship is an Invitational Dirt Jump Competition to be held in Victoria Harbour from 22 to 24 June, 2012. The world's best freeride mountain bike riders will compete on a huge barge moored in the Inner Harbour. World-famous rider and course builder Jordie Lunn has designed a course to challenge the FMB World Tour elite with massive jumps, drops and park features, all on a floating barge! Jumpship's setting will let spectators get in close to the riders and all the action. www.jumpshipcontest.com |
| Fri Sun |
6/22- 7/1 |
Victoria International JazzFest Victoria International JazzFest will present 95 performances by over 425 musicians on 13 stages at various Venues in Downtown Victoria. Ten hot days and nights of the coolest music in town. June 22 to July, 2012. www.jazzvictoria.ca |