"The Laundry Room" Exhibit at the Sidney Museum
2023-09-16 - 2023-11-30 | Sidney Museum and Archives, 2423 Beacon Ave, SIDNEY, BC, V8L 1X5, Canada
This exhibit shows contemporary art and historical objects relating to laundry and is a collaboration with four local artists, Elizabeth Carefoot, Laura Feeleus, Sharon Stoneman, and Lesley Turner.
“The Laundry Room” is a result of women reflecting on their past, present, and future experiences with the laundry, reflecting, often with tongue in cheek, on the social, personal and political aspects of this activity.

Fall Scavenger Hunt
2023-09-23 10:00 - 2023-10-21 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Sidney/North Saanich Branch Library, 10091 Resthaven Drive, Sidney, V8L 3G3
We have a new seasonal Scavenger hunt for the kiddos! Search the children’s area in the library for the hidden images and solve the riddle to be entered into a prize draw.
Runs September 23 – October 21

2023 Artsea Studio Tour
2023-10-14 10:00 - 2023-10-15 16:00 | BC
The ArtSea Studio Tour is one of Vancouver Island’s longest running self-guided studio tours.
Visit one of the participating studios on the Saanich Peninsula to review recent works, enjoy artists demonstrations, and to learn about inspirations and the reasons why participants produce the work they love. Visit their website for full tour map!

ArtSea Studio Tour
2023-10-14 10:00 - 2023-10-15 16:00 | Tulista Park, 9565 5th Street, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 2W5, Canada
Artists throughout the Saanich Peninsula open their studios and gardens for the annual ArtSea Studio Tour on Sat. and Sun. Oct. 14-15 from 10 am to 4 pm. It’s a feast for the eyes and you may want to take home a few special pieces. Talk to artists about their particular medium and styles of paintings, woodworking, fabric art, photography and sculpture. This is a free, self-guided tour with an online map available at artsea.ca

Crabtoberfest
2023-10-14 17:00 - 21:30 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Crab dinner, beer, live music, games. This is a festival like none other…a Crabtoberfest. All proceeds benefit the programs, exhibits, and operations of the Maritime Museum of BC.
MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT
Polkapalooza contest with prizes for winners
Stein of Strength contest
Best Costume contest
Silent Auction
50/50 Draw
Jamie’s Famous Beer Tower Silent Auction

Completely Creedence
2023-10-14 19:30 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
COMPLETELY CREEDENCE, a Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR) tribute band, invites you to experience the incredible music of John Fogerty and CCR. It’s a night that will transport you back in time to an era of incredible music with a tribute experience that will put a spell on you.

Sea Shirt Sunday
2023-10-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea, 9811 Seaport Place, Sidney, BC, V8L4X3, Canada
Create your own fish fashion!
Be sure to bring along:

A pillow case, cloth bag or t-shirt (or purchase a t-shirt or bag, $7.00. from the Centre)

$2 for fabric paint

Your creativity

Details:

Fish molds provided

Suitable for all ages

Children must be accompanied by an adult

No registration required

Standard admission rates apply; memberships and annual passes accepted

Tot Tuesday - Flippered Fun: Seals & Sea Lions
2023-10-17 10:30 - 11:30 | BC
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 Turtle Time and more! *October through April

Suitable for ages 3–5

Children must be accompanied by an adult

No registration is required however numbers will be limited due to physical space

Standard admission rates apply; Annual Passes and memberships accepted

Themes are subject to change

Good Morning Storytime
2023-10-19 10:30 - 11:15 | Sidney/North Saanich Branch Library, 10091 Resthaven Drive, Sidney, V8L 3G3
Bring your littlest ones to the library for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Every Thursday morning from September 14 – October 26. Ages 0-5. Drop-in.
**PLEASE NOTE: We will be taking Storytime to the Sidney All Care Auditorium (2269 Mills Rd.) on September 28 & October 26. We hope you can join us!

Palm Court Light Orchestra: Palm Court Souvenirs
2023-10-19 14:00 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Imagine sipping tea at Victoria’s Empress Hotel surrounded by potted palms and wicker furniture whilst a palm court orchestra serenades you. This is the backdrop for the Palm Court Light Orchestra’s concert of light music from the Edwardian age. Commencing with the music of Arthur Sullivan, Victor Herbert and Sigmund Romberg and including songs such as The Road to Mandalay, The Holy City and Vincent Youman’s Without a Song it is an afternoon to enjoy from the distant past.
Single Adult/Senior $37
Single Student $15
Series Adult/Senior $33

Sidney's Halloween Spooktacular
2023-10-20 - 2023-10-31 | Downtown Sidney, Downtown Sidney, Sidney, BC, V8L 1X6
Discover dazzling Jack-O’-Lantern Alley in downtown Sidney, Pumpkins at the Pier courtesy of Ocean View Estates, and a Community Pumpkin Patch. Don’t forget to mark your calendars for Sidney’s annual Treat Street, held on October 31 from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm in downtown Sidney.
Visit our website to find out about everything Halloween in Sidney – www.exploresidney.ca/halloween

Puppet Show: Three Little Fish & the Big Bad Shark
2023-10-20 10:30 - 11:30 | Sidney/North Saanich Branch Library, 10091 Resthaven Drive, Sidney, V8L 3G3
Who’s Afraid of the big bad shark? Join us for puppet fun with an underwater twist on the Three Little Pigs based on the book by Gen Geist. Suitable for all ages. No registration required.

St Paul's presents – West My Friend
2023-10-21 14:00 - 16:00 | St. Paul’s United Church – 2410 Malaview Road, Sidney, St. Paul’s United Church 2410 Malaview Road, Sidney BC, V8L 2G3
In the modern musical landscape, it’s rare to hear something as put-together as Cascadian folk duo West My Friend – something so layered, deeply symphonic, baroque, and mysterious in its own winking way while still courting an edge of disaster. Simple is safe, but complex is fiery, intricate, and ultimately more rewarding. Steeped in the visual styles of western Canada, West My Friend are veterans of the Victoria music scene and recently released their Independent Music Awards-nominated fourth album “In Constellation”. On this latest work, they continue to refine the art of creating achingly poignant folk music, only this time, they’re backed by a full symphony orchestra, heavily layered while remaining lighthearted. Intricate yet accessible. Melancholic yet optimistic.
Mingling grassroots guitar, accordion, orchestral instruments, and interweaving harmonies, In Constellation (produced by Joby Baker, co-produced and arranged by Adrian Dolan) is punctuated by musings on anxiety and belonging. Song structures vary and dynamics change from moment to moment, painting powerful lyrical portraits over backgrounds of violins and trumpets that swell, collapse, and tumble between bold harmonies. With over 700 performances and countless tours under their belt, West My Friend is bringing forth a new sound you’ve never known you’ve wanted and new meaning to the things you’ve never known you needed.
Guitar, Vocals / Eden Poynter. Accordion, Vocals / Jeff Poynter
Doors open at 1:30pm.
Tickets: $25. Seniors & Students under 18yrs: $20. Available from the church office, Tanner’s Books (cash or cheque only) or online. https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/st-pauls-presents-west-my-friend-tickets-643404549327?aff=oddtdtcreator
Website: www.westmyfriend.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/westmyfriend
Twitter: www.twitter.com/westmyfriend
Instagram: www.instagram.com/westmyfriend

SPHHR Spirit Gala
2023-10-21 18:00 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
We are delighted to announce Saanich Peninsula Hospital & Healthcare Foundation’s 2023 Spirit Gala – Celestial Celebration – on Saturday, October 21st at the Mary Winspear Centre.
This will be an out-of-this-world event, where our donors, partners, hospital staff and community supporters will come together for a wonderful evening filled with peninsula spirit, great friendship, amazing food, wonderful music and a few surprises along the way – all to benefit the hospital!

Slider's Birthday Stroll
2023-10-22 10:00 - 13:00 | Greenglade Community Centre, 2151 Lannon Way, Sidney
Sunday, 10 – 11:30am, 12pm – 1pm
SLIDER’S BIRTHDAY STROLL
Greenglade Community Centre
It’s Slider’s 14th Birthday! Slider will take his annual birthday stroll around Panorama and Greenglade.
Catch him strolling around facilities and wish him a Happy 14th Birthday! He may even have a special treat for you!

Murder mystery reading at Small Gods Brewing
2023-10-22 17:00 - 19:00 | Small Gods Brewing Co., 9835 third st, sidney, v8l 3a7, Canada
Vancouver Island author Jean Paetkau is reading from her bestselling murder mystery Blood on the Breakwater at Small Gods Brewing in Sidney. There will books sales and signing as well! It’s a story of deceit and death set on our beautiful island!

Scrabble Drop-in
2023-10-23 13:30 - 15:30 | Sidney/North Saanich Branch Library, 10091 Resthaven Drive, Sidney, V8L 3G3
Join us for fun and friendly competition!

Scrabble sets available
Bring your own set if you have one
All skill levels welcome!

Tim Hicks
2023-10-23 19:30 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
With over 140 million catalogue streams to date, multi-platinum, five time JUNO Award nominee Tim Hicks reflects on the decade since his label debut, with the release of “Talk to Time” to country radio. The title track of his recent album Talk To Time, Hicks unveils a beautifully nostalgic music video, which premiered Feb. 21, 2023 across iHeartRadio platforms. The new release comes just in time to celebrate his Top 10 single “Stompin’ Ground” receiving Platinum status in Canada.
Tim Hicks continues to lead the way with his sure-footed everyman approach – expanding the song writing and style that has helped define today’s country music. Delivering track after track with unparalleled quality and consistency, Hicks’ ascent as an elite chart-topping act since making his country label debut in 2013 is undeniable.

Stevie & Friends
2023-10-23 19:30 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Stevie and Friends is a tribute show that celebrates the music of Stevie Nicks and her collaborations with other artists. Led by Claudette Rodrigues, their stunning lead vocalist who reproduces the look and sound of the legendary Fleetwood Mac singer, they capture the essence and feel of Stevie’s solo career and her work with other musicians.
Stevie and Friends’ repertoire includes all of Stevie’s biggest hits, some classic Fleetwood Mac songs as well as some deep cuts and collaborations with rock icons like Tom Petty and Don Henley. They also incorporate Stevie’s iconic fashion choices and stage setups, creating a truly immersive tribute experience. This can’t miss show brings the magic of Stevie’s music to life.

Tot Tuesday - Bears, oh MY!
2023-10-24 10:30 - 11:30 | Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea, 9811 Seaport Place, Sidney, BC, V8L4X3, Canada

An Evening With Mary Walsh
2023-10-24 19:30 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Canadian cultural icon, comedienne and social activist MARY WALSH will perform some of her best comedic bits and most popular characters from Dancing With Rage, CODCO and This Hour Has 22 Minutes, along with up-to-the-minute local political satire.
In 1992 Walsh created a new show called This Hour Has 22 Minutes for Salter Street Films and the CBC. A satirical take on current affairs, it was a big hit within Canada. Since its 1992 debut, it has not been off the air, winning numerous Gemini and Canadian Comedy awards. Walsh has also won two Gemini awards (one for writing, one for performance) for her new series, Hatching, Matching and Dispatching, which debuted in 2005.

Good Morning Storytime
2023-10-26 10:30 - 11:15 | Sidney All Care, 2269 Mills Rd, Sidney, BC, V8L 2C3, Canada

Laundry Room Demonstration: Folding and Packing
2023-10-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Sidney Museum and Archives, 2423 Beacon Ave, SIDNEY, BC, V8L 1X5, Canada
Is there a right way to fold and pack your freshly laundered items?
Artist Lesley Turner will be showing her best tips and tricks of how to fold and pack your clothes so they come out looking their best!
Sidney Museum
2434 Beacon Avenue, Lower Level
Admission by donation
RSVP to outreach@sidneymuseum.ca by Wednesday, October 25
For more information visit sidneymuseum.ca/events-programs

Writers Support Group
2023-10-26 18:30 - 20:00 | Sidney/North Saanich Branch Library, 10091 Resthaven Drive, Sidney, V8L 3G3
Develop your writing in a supportive environment in this member-led group. Share your writing with other writers for encouragement and feedback. We welcome writers of all genres and experience. Drop-in.

Stevie & Friends
2023-10-26 19:30 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Stevie and Friends is a tribute show that celebrates the music of Stevie Nicks and her collaborations with other artists. Led by Claudette Rodrigues, their stunning lead vocalist who reproduces the look and sound of the legendary Fleetwood Mac singer, they capture the essence and feel of Stevie’s solo career and her work with other musicians.

Crafted Farmhouse Market
2023-10-27 17:00 - 2023-10-28 17:00 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Enjoy a local shopping experience featuring a curated selection of handmade, sustainable and small batch goods, local live music, food trucks, youth entrepreneurs and a licensed sip and shop. $5 cash admission at the door, kids 12 and under free.
Friday October, 27 5-9pm + Saturday October 28, 10am-5pm
Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Ave, Sidney BC, V8L 1W9.

Alive N' Kissin
2023-10-27 19:30 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
“Alive N Kissin’ is a KISS tribute band based out of Greater Vancouver, BC. We were founded in 2016, and have been rocking and entertaining Western Canada ever since. We bring over the top, loud, rock n’ roll party energy of classic KISS concerts to the local stage.
We play all of KISS’ biggest hits, and also bring the full makeup, huge platform boots, the costumes, the choreography, stage effects, and even pyro! We put together a very fun show that is heavy on audience participation and interactivity that people will remember. Our shows are an event, not just a performance. When people hear we’re coming, they show up!
We mingle with the crowd and pose for photos before the show. We do everything that other bands don’t.”

Alive N Kissin
2023-10-27 19:30 - 21:30 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Ultimate Kiss Tribute band Halloween Concert

The Connection Project
2023-10-28 19:30 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
The Connection Project is an annual storytelling event that celebrates the courage, strength, and resilience of those who choose to share their personal mental health story through various forms of artistic expression. Sharing from lived experience is a powerful tool for connection and healing because mental health challenges are isolating in nature and, in many cases, unseen. By storytelling through performance we hope to collectively reduce the stigma and normalize the mental health experience. We need human connection, our stories matter, and sharing is one way to cultivate healing. This event showcases beautiful and personal stories that continue to cast light into the shadows and uplift.

Bobby Bazini
2023-10-29 19:30 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Bobby Bazini is a Canadian singer/songwriter whose full-length album debut, Better in Time, was a Top Ten hit upon its release in 2010. Born in Mont-Laurier, Quebec, Canada, he grew up in a rural setting in a family with a love for country music.
Influenced by Johnny Cash and Bob Dylan as well as Otis Redding and Ray Charles, he is often compared to Paolo Nutini. Bazini made his commercial recording debut in 2009 with the single “I Wonder,” which became a hit on both French- and English-language radio stations in Quebec.
