“Mysticssippi” blues man Harry Manx has been called an “essential link” between the music of East and West, creating musical short stories that wed the tradition of the Blues with the depth of classical Indian ragas. He has created a unique sound that is hard to forget and deliciously addictive to listen to.

What does it take to survive as a squirrel? With a CRD Regional Parks naturalist, discover what keeps these furry creatures busy at this time of year. Meet at the nature centre at Beaver Beach parking lot. BC Transit #70, #72 or #75

Join CRD Regional Parks cultural programmer, Leslie McGarry, for a walk at Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park and discover a human history spanning thousands of years. Learn about the cultural significance of plants, animals and the seasons and how First Peoples deeply respect, appreciate and celebrate gifts from forests, rivers, lakes and the sea. Meet at […]

Please join us for an evening of traditional Robbie Burns entertainments with performances by the Greater Victoria Police Pipe Band.

Tired of the winter blahs? Come along for a Musical Winterlude featuring the amazing talents of the students of Mountain Dream Productions musical theatre school who will entertain you with scenes and songs sure to warm up the coldest winter night. This year, our very popular cabaret series will also include the music of Sidney’s […]

Have a new helmet you're wanting to showcase? Maybe and old helmet that needs some spunk! Put your artistic skills to the test and come to the Crazy Helmet Skate! Regular admissions apply. Skate rentals and helmets available. Skate shop open 15 minutes before skate start time.

Looking for excitement from the winter blues come and play Bingo. Bring a friend or gather a group for 2 hours of thrilling fun. Laugh, holler bingo and win cash. Play as many cards as you want. Bingo cards with slider windows take you back to simpler times at $2 each per game. Playing good […]

Tot Tuesday — this week’s theme is SENSATIONAL SEA STARS TUESDAYS* 10:30AM–11:15AM Bring your preschooler to the Centre for a morning of fun! Parents and preschoolers are invited to join our educators on Tuesday mornings at 10:30am for special ocean-themed stories, crafts and activities. A new topic is explored every week, from Squishy Squids to […]

Once in a very great while a truly special tribute act appears.  DARREN LEE is absolutely one of those acts. He holds the record for the longest performing “Elvis” in Vegas with an unprecedented 11 years in the incredible “American Superstars” show at the Stratosphere Hotel & Casino.  He followed that with 5 years in […]

While some birds fly south, many spend their winters enjoying southern Vancouver Island’s moderate climate. Join birding expert Geoffrey Newell and a CRD Regional Parks naturalist to find out who's who at the beach. Meet at the grassy area adjacent to the picnic shelter off Homathko Drive.

Join Karen Hoshal, descendant of the Alexander pioneer family, as she shares the history of her family and other black pioneers of the area. Karen is a past president of the BC Black History Awareness Society. Free. No registration required.

A four-week series of writing workshops focusing on narrative arc and plot, character development, world-building, and common pitfalls in creative writing. Taught in an encouraging and positive workshop format, with feedback from the instructor and the class. All writers (and genres!) welcome, from those starting from scratch to those with a work-in-progress already on the […]