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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! |
| September 30, 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 |
| Sun Sun |
7/8- 9/30 |
Keystone Art & Craft Market The Keystone Market is an art and craft market located in the beautiful Simms Millennium Park, Courtenay, BC. The market runs every Sunday from 10am to 2pm from early July until the end of September. Come and see the amazing artistic talent that the Comox Valley has to offer. 250-703-3296. |
| Fri Sat |
9/21- 10/27 |
Chickens To escape money woes, a farmer raises exotic chickens while his wife struggles to keep their farm afloat. Out in the chicken coop, roosters and hens mirror the couple's life. Location: Chemainus Theatre |
| Sat Sun |
9/29- 9/30 |
Milner Gardens Fall Plant Sale Milner Gardens Fall Plant Sale: Great discounts on heritage trees, shrubs and perennials propagated on site. Master Gardeners will be on hand to offer advice. Tea, soup and scones will be available in the Tearoom. Members early access Sep 28 from 5pm to 7pm. Milner Gardens, 2179 West Island Highway, Qualicum Beach. www.milnergardens.org |
| Sat Sun |
9/29- 9/30 |
Lake Cowichan Salmon and Mushroom Festival Salmon and mushrooms...a perfect combination. Celebrate the 'Wild Edible' treats of the Cowichan Valley. Mushroom identification/sales, slide shows, vendors, cooking demonstrations, salmon barbecue, delicious soups and other refreshments as well as guided tours in the local forests. |
| Sat Sun |
9/29- 9/30 |
Victoria in 1862 Symposium Historians present a range of fascinating talks on the subject of Victoria in 1862. Topics include "First Nations", 'Arrivals in 1862', 'The Chinese Presence', 'Policing in 1862', 'Bridges and Transportation', 'Breweries and Saloons', 'The Effects of the Civil War on Victoria', 'Buildings from 1862" (a talk and tour), as well as a tour of Ross Bay Cemetery. |
| Sun | 9/30 | Run for the Cure The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure is Canada's largest single day, volunteer-led fundraising event dedicated to raising funds for breast cancer research, education, and awareness programs. Sunday, Sep 30 at the University of Victoria. Run, walk and give generously. www.runforthecure.com. |
| Sun | 9/30 | Saltspring Island Apple Festival - Cancelled The 14th Annual Saltspring Island Apple Festivalhas been cancelled due to poor apple crops related to the weather. 250-653-2007, www.saltspringmarket.com/apples |