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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231115
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SUMMARY:Gingerbread House Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Gather with Family and Friends to Create a Gingerbread House Masterpiece! On display at Panorama Recreation Centre for the Month of December. Prizes for the best display by public vote! All proceeds support CFAX Santas Anonymous! \nHow to entre: Purchase your Gingerbread House Kit from Panorama reception November 15th o December 1st. Return your Masterpiece to Panorama for Display by December 1st.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/gingerbread-house-challenge-2/
LOCATION:Panorama Recreation Centre\, 1885 Forest Park Drive\, North Saanich\, BC\, V8L 4A3\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240107
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20231114T041029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T041029Z
UID:15267-1700265600-1704585599@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Christmas in Sidney
DESCRIPTION:✨ This holiday season\, Sidney will be a twinkling wonderland as it welcomes the community to celebrate with an assortment of family-friendly activities! ⁠Enjoy enchanting decorative lights throughout the town\, holiday open house\, festive displays\, horse-drawn carriage rides\, an Elf on the Shelf scavenger hunt\, a live brass band on weekends\, and much more. ⁠ \nVisit exploresidney.ca/holidays to learn more.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/christmas-in-sidney/
LOCATION:Downtown Sidney\, Downtown Sidney\, Sidney\, BC\, V8L 1X6
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sidney BIA":MAILTO:morgan@sidneybia.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231201T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240106T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20231123T215628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231123T220626Z
UID:15358-1701442800-1704574800@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Magic of Christmas at The Butchart Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Bundle up and stroll through thousands of twinkling lights featuring the Twelve Days of Christmas display\, sing along to the sounds of the season with Traditional Carollers & Festive Brass\, then stop in at the Coffee Shop to warm up with a hot chocolate and gingerbread by the fire. \nReserve your date and time to visit at www.butchartgardens.com \nPlease note The Gardens are open 3:00pm – 9:00pm\, with viewing until 10:00pm. Pets are permitted after 8:00pm only. The Gardens will be closed on Christmas Day.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/magic-of-christmas-at-the-butchart-gardens-2/
LOCATION:The Butchart Gardens\, 800 Benvenuto Avenue\, Brentwood Bay\, BC\, V8M 1J8\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Butchart Gardens":MAILTO:email@butchartgardens.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240101
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20231205T031613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T031613Z
UID:15450-1701475200-1704067199@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:All I Wanted for Christmas Was...: A Historical Toy Display at the Sidney Museum
DESCRIPTION:Dolls\, trucks\, building blocks and more! Come to the Sidney Museum to see see examples of children’s toys through the decades.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/all-i-wanted-for-christmas-was-a-historical-toy-display-at-the-sidney-museum/
LOCATION:Sidney Museum and Archives\, 2423 Beacon Ave\, SIDNEY\, BC\, V8L 1X5\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sidney Museum and Archives":MAILTO:info@sidneymuseum.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231218T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20231205T031612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T031612Z
UID:15458-1702116000-1702915200@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Newcomers Art Show
DESCRIPTION:ArtSea Gallery – Tulista Park\, Sidney \nWe are a group of friends who met after moving to the Peninsula wishing the past few years.  We share a love of creativity and are featuring our diverse talents in the last art show of the season.  Come on by as we have lots of great gift ideas
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/newcomers-art-show-2/
LOCATION:ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park\, 9565 Fifth Street\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231215T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231215T193000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20231104T224141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231104T224251Z
UID:15062-1702668600-1702668600@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Big Hank's Christmas Blues Show
DESCRIPTION:Big Hank has his “Ho Ho working” and the highly regarded\, veteran bluesman and bandleader is certain “it’s going to work on you.” \nBig Hank has been touring his Blues Christmas show for a number of years now and this unique\, variety filled program of blues-basted Yuletide tunes is one that has left audiences drenched in the Christmas spirit and coming back for more when the next holiday season rolls around. \nTouring from Vancouver Island to the snowbound prairies of Alberta\, this Christmas show has consistently tied together a variety of classic blues styles\, some r&b and a touch of soul. Blues Songs of Christmas is a show where every song puts a different spin on the season and everything that goes with “the most wonderful time of the year.” \nThis refreshing take on holiday concerts finds the singer and his talented\, veteran band rolling through music that includes going back a century to Christmas blues tunes that have been favourites of the boomer generation that grew up listening to B.B. King and Eric Clapton. Tunes from the books of Big Joe Turner\, Charles Brown\, Etta James and Louis Jordan also find their way into the festive mix. \nIt’s been quite the road for Big Hank\, originally from Stettler Alberta who cut his teeth on the Edmonton bar and cabaret circuit early on in his career. He immersed himself in the blues with two of the best blues bands to have come out of Western Canada in the seventies and eighties\, those being the Edmonton-based Hot Cottage and Victoria’s Uncle Wiggly’s Hot Shoes Blues Band. The latter group signed with RCA\, sold an impressive number of albums and opened for the greats like Muddy Waters\, Joe Cocker\, James Cotton\, Paul Butterfield and Koko Taylor. His love of blues has also been the foundation of acts like The Toasters\, A Fistful of Blues and The Kingpins that were also regional favourites. \nThe Band: Big Hank Lionhart – Vocals / Steve Cross – Guitar / Mick Woodhouse – Bass / Matt Pease – Drums / Steve Ranta – Keys / Paul Wainwright – Sax
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/big-hanks-christmas-blues-show/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231216T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231216T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20221201T174836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231021T213806Z
UID:11320-1702724400-1702735200@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Photos With Santa
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Peninsula Celebrations Society\, join Santa on December 16 from 11 am to 2 pm in Sidney’s Winter Wonderland at Garden Court (2360 Beacon Avenue) for free photos\, treats\, and hot chocolate! Don’t forget to bring your own camera.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/photos-with-santa/
LOCATION:Garden Court\, 2360 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, BC\, V8L 1X3\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Peninsula Celebrations Society":MAILTO:info@peninsulacelebrations.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231216T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20231202T231112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T231112Z
UID:15447-1702735200-1702742400@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Greater Victoria Police Chorus
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Victoria Police Chorus is coming to St. Paul’s United Church! The Chorus is regularly invited to sing throughout Victoria and Vancouver Island at community functions in churches\, retirement homes\, Legions\, and other settings. \nThere is free parking on-site and the venue is wheelchair accessible. Tickets are sold at St. Paul’s United Church\, Tanner Books and Eventbrite. Tickets from St. Paul’s can be purchased during office hours\, which are Monday\, Tuesday\, Thursday and Friday from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm. \nThe event is from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm\, and doors open at 1:30 pm. \nRegular admission: $25\nSeniors: $20.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/greater-victoria-police-chorus/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s United Church – 2410 Malaview Road\, Sidney\, St. Paul’s United Church 2410 Malaview Road\, Sidney BC\, V8L 2G3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231216T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20231114T213929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T181509Z
UID:15285-1702746000-1702753200@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Lighted Ship Festival
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Sidney North Saanich Yacht Club and Port Sidney Marina\, experience the Lighted Ships Parade on Saturday\, December 16\, at 5 pm with ships leaving from Port Sidney Marina. Enjoy complimentary hot apple cider and hot dogs on the dock and tour the tall ship to find the hiddle holiday treasure!
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/lighted-ship-festival/
LOCATION:Port Sidney Marina\, 9835 Seaport Place\, Sidney\, V8L 4X3\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Port Sidney Marina":MAILTO:admin@portsidney.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231218T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231218T153000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20231206T180320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T180320Z
UID:15475-1702891800-1702913400@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Turkey Shoot Ping Pong Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our first annual Turkey Shoot where you can win a turkey for yourself and give one to a local family in need! A Ping-Pong Robot will serve balls and all you have to do is hit the ball to the  target to get entered into the draw for a free turkey! Join us on Monday\, December 18th from 9:30 am – 3:30 pm. Cost to play is $5 for 15 shots and all proceeds will go towards SHOAL programs. Bring a friend and come and have some fun and learn how to hit a ping pong ball! We will have a 50/50 draw all day where ½ the proceeds will also go to the family in need!
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/turkey-shoot-ping-pong-fundraiser/
LOCATION:SHOAL Centre\, 10030 Resthaven Drive\, Sidney\, V8L 3G4
ORGANIZER;CN="Beacon Community Services":MAILTO:jvanes@beaconcs.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231218T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231218T133000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20231108T200456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T200551Z
UID:15123-1702902600-1702906200@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Table Tennis for Beginner Seniors
DESCRIPTION:Join SHOAL for Table Tennis instruction sessions that will introduce the basic strokes of Table Tennis to beginners. These strokes include the Forehand Drive\, Backhand Drive\, Forehand Push\, Backhand Push\, and Serves. These will be taught using the modern techniques with the Shakehand Grips style. Focus on having fun while learning skills and movements to play. \nRegistrants will need to bring their own rackets.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/table-tennis-for-beginners-6/
LOCATION:SHOAL Centre\, 10030 Resthaven Drive\, Sidney\, V8L 3G4
ORGANIZER;CN="Beacon Community Services":MAILTO:jvanes@beaconcs.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231218T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231218T153000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20231110T220847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T220847Z
UID:15247-1702906200-1702913400@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Scrabble Drop-in
DESCRIPTION:Join us for fun and friendly competition! \n\nScrabble sets available\nBring your own set if you have one\nAll skill levels welcome!
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/scrabble-drop-in-11/
LOCATION:Sidney/North Saanich Branch Library\, 10091 Resthaven Drive\, Sidney\, V8L 3G3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231222T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240101T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20231109T230146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T230146Z
UID:15195-1703224800-1704146400@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Winter Wonderland Skates
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, the Panorama arena is transformed into a wonderland with lights trees\, penguins\, and polar Bears- and of course Santa! Throughout this winter season\, ignite your holiday spirit and drop in for one of our daily public skates. \nWinter Wonderland is December 22\, 2023 to January 1\, 2024. Public skate times will be available for viewing online here as of December 15. \nRegular admission rates apply. Skate rentals and skate aids available upon request.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/winter-wonderland-skates/
LOCATION:Panorama Recreation Centre\, 1885 Forest Park Drive\, North Saanich\, BC\, V8L 4A3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231222T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231223T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20231104T220131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231104T222437Z
UID:15052-1703253600-1703340000@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Snow White the Panto
DESCRIPTION:Snow White is the daughter of the “old” queen who died in childbirth. The king has since remarried a younger woman who is beautiful but very vain. As Snow White grows up\, the “new” queen becomes very jealous of her and plots to get her out of the way. \nA visiting prince from Parksville will try to help her along with help from Mrs. Dwarf and her family\, but will this be enough to keep Snow White safe? We can’t promise that\, but we will try to relieve the tension with lots of music and jokes! \nDecember 22\, 23 & 26 at 2:00 pm\nDecember 27\, 28 & 29 at 7:00 pm \nAdult: $22.05\nSenior/Student: $17.85
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/snow-white-the-panto/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231223T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231223T113000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20231110T220946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T220946Z
UID:15249-1703327400-1703331000@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Winter Holiday Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Winter Holiday Storytime on Saturday\, December 23\, 10:30 am. Stories\, rhymes and songs that celebrate the season. The Sidney North Saanich Library Teen Advisory Group will be our special guests. Stay and make a simple craft. Socialize and enjoy some festive treats. Free. No registration required. All ages welcome (yep\, bring the older siblings!).
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/winter-holiday-storytime-2/
LOCATION:Sidney/North Saanich Branch Library\, 10091 Resthaven Drive\, Sidney\, V8L 3G3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231223T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231223T150000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20231108T232028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T232028Z
UID:15093-1703329200-1703343600@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Winter Wonderland Family Carnival
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the ice for some holiday fun for the whole family! Enjoy hot chocolate\, kids games\, painting on the ice\, and a special visit from Santa\nin this beautiful winter wonderland.\nPlease note: Skate aids available upon request.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/winter-wonderland-family-carnival/
LOCATION:Panorama Recreation Centre\, 1885 Forest Park Drive\, North Saanich\, BC\, V8L 4A3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231225T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231225T110000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20231213T194224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T194224Z
UID:15610-1703502000-1703502000@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Community Christmas Dinner
DESCRIPTION:If you are alone on Christmas Day\, please join us for fellowship\, celebration\, and great food! \nAdmission by donation \nTo reserve for the 11:00am or 1:00pm sitting\, please email sidneychristmasdinner@gmail.com. Reservations will be taken from November 24 – December 20th.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/community-christmas-dinner-3/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231226T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231226T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20231104T221738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231104T222052Z
UID:15055-1703599200-1703599200@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Snow White the Panto
DESCRIPTION:Snow White is the daughter of the “old” queen who died in childbirth. The king has since remarried a younger woman who is beautiful but very vain. As Snow White grows up\, the “new” queen becomes very jealous of her and plots to get her out of the way. \nA visiting prince from Parksville will try to help her along with help from Mrs. Dwarf and her family\, but will this be enough to keep Snow White safe? We can’t promise that\, but we will try to relieve the tension with lots of music and jokes! \nDecember 22\, 23 & 26 at 2:00 pm\nDecember 27\, 28 & 29 at 7:00 pm \nAdult: $22.05\nSenior/Student: $17.85
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/snow-white-the-panto-2/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231227T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231229T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20231104T222008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231104T222339Z
UID:15057-1703703600-1703876400@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Snow White the Panto
DESCRIPTION:Snow White is the daughter of the “old” queen who died in childbirth. The king has since remarried a younger woman who is beautiful but very vain. As Snow White grows up\, the “new” queen becomes very jealous of her and plots to get her out of the way. \nA visiting prince from Parksville will try to help her along with help from Mrs. Dwarf and her family\, but will this be enough to keep Snow White safe? We can’t promise that\, but we will try to relieve the tension with lots of music and jokes! \nDecember 22\, 23 & 26 at 2:00 pm\nDecember 27\, 28 & 29 at 7:00 pm \nAdult: $22.05\nSenior/Student: $17.85
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/snow-white-the-panto-3/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231231T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231231T213000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20231104T210844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231104T211104Z
UID:15044-1704043800-1704058200@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:New Year's Evening with the Christ Millington Band
DESCRIPTION:Goodbye 2023! Hello 2024! Join us for A Classic New Year’s Evening with the Chris Millington Band. Celebrate in style\, dance the evening away with friends and be home at a reasonable hour. \nThe Chris Millington Band has been entertaining audiences for over 30 years\, featuring great vocals\, hot horns\, and laying down the funk this 7-piece\, high-energy band covers all genres providing a little something to keep everyone on the dance floor. \nIncluded in your ticket is a full buffet dinner by Island Culinary Service with slow roasted roast beef and yorkshire pudding. \nYour ticket includes party favours\, buffet dinner\, wacky photobooth a glass of sparkling champagne for a toast\, and a cash bar! \nDoors 5:30 pm\nDinner 6:00-8:00 pm\nDance 7:00-9:30 pm
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/new-years-evening-with-the-christ-millington-band/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240301
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20231206T184025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T184025Z
UID:15477-1704067200-1709251199@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Art on the Deck
DESCRIPTION:The ArtSea Gallery is not available for rentals from January through February 29\, 2024. However\, ArtSea is pleased to present the work of local artists and artisans in the windows of the gallery for the community to enjoy.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/art-on-the-deck/
LOCATION:ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park\, 9565 Fifth Street\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="ArtSea Community Arts Council":MAILTO:artseagallery@artsea.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240101T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240101T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20221214T235208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231021T214106Z
UID:11562-1704108600-1704112200@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Polar Bear Swim
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow hardy islanders and enjoy an invigorating start to the New Year with a polar bear swim! It takes place at Glass Beach at the end of Beacon Avenue in Sidney.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/polar-bear-swim/
LOCATION:Glass Beach\, 2533 Beacon Ave W\, Sidney\, BC\, V8L 1Y2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Peninsula Celebrations Society":MAILTO:info@peninsulacelebrations.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240101T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240101T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20240108T210210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T210210Z
UID:15658-1704117600-1704124800@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:St Paul's presents – Edie Daponte and Joey Smith
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to a very special concert on New Year’s Day.\nWhat better way to welcome in the new year\, than attending a lovely concert with two of our favourite performers – Edie and Joey!\nWebsite: https://edie.ca/#home\nSt Paul’s United Church is proud to have hosted a wonderful monthly concert series for our community this year and for 2024 we are offering an annual concert ticket – 12 matinee concerts for the price of 11!\nContact the church office for more information: stpaul4events@gmail.com or go to https://www.stpaulsunitedbc.com/events\nDoors open at 1:30pm. Seniors & Students under 18yrs: $20 Children under 12 yrs: free\nVenue: St Paul’s United Church 2410 Malaview Ave\, Sidney BC V8L 2G3\nFree parking on site and wheelchair accessible\nTickets: $25. Seniors & Students under 18yrs: $20. Children under 12 yrs: free\nTickets available for purchase at the church office Mon\, Tue\, Thu\, Fri 10am – 1pm or from Tanner’s Books (cash or cheque only) or online\nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/st-pauls-presents-edie-daponte-and-joey-smith-tickets-769990220477
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/st-pauls-presents-edie-daponte-and-joey-smith/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s United Church – 2410 Malaview Road\, Sidney\, St. Paul’s United Church 2410 Malaview Road\, Sidney BC\, V8L 2G3
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ORGANIZER;CN="St Paul's Community Hub":MAILTO:stpaul4events@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240402
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20240108T210205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T210209Z
UID:15704-1704153600-1712015999@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:18th Annual LEGO Brick Exhibit at the Sidney Museum
DESCRIPTION:The Sidney Museum is excited to announce the return of the annual LEGO brick exhibit. Back for its 18th year\, the exhibit will run for three months from Tuesday January 2nd to Easter Monday\, April 1st 2024.  \nHundreds of LEGO brick sets will be on display including an impressive array of new additions. One of the showstoppers of the exhibit will be the new The Lord of the Rings: Rivendell™ set made of 6\,167 pieces to mark the 70th anniversary of the publication of the first Lord of the Rings novel Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien.  \nOther favourites on show include extensive Star Wars™ and Harry Potter™ displays as well as many construction models\, cars\, spacecrafts\, and architectural marvels such as the retired Taj Mahal set from 2008 which is made of 5\,922 pieces.  \nInterpretation around the museum will discuss the history of LEGO bricks and fun facts about many of the sets. The return of popular activities such as scavenger hunts\, “guess the number of bricks”\, and “find the hidden minifigure” will be in place for visitors of all ages to enjoy as they look around the exhibit.  \nWhether playing with LEGO bricks and building sets is a lifelong passion or a newfound hobby\, the exhibit has something interesting for everyone to enjoy.  \nThe Sidney Museum is located at 2423 Beacon Avenue\, in the lower level of the Old Post Office building. The Museum is open seven days a week from 10:00am-4:00pm. Entrance is by donation. Please see the Museum’s website for more details on the current and upcoming exhibitions.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/18th-annual-lego-brick-exhibit-at-the-sidney-museum/
LOCATION:Sidney Museum and Archives\, 2423 Beacon Ave\, SIDNEY\, BC\, V8L 1X5\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sidney Museum and Archives":MAILTO:info@sidneymuseum.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240107T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20231213T204315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T204315Z
UID:15621-1704621600-1704643200@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Last Day- Seaweed: Mysteries of the Amber Forest Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Today is the last day to take in our exhibit SEAWEED: mysteries of the Amber Forest! \nDiscover vibrant\, hidden worlds\, essential to life above and below the waves. Dive in and explore! \nExhibit features art and imagery by Josie Iselin\, Jackie Hildering (aka The Marine Detective) and Sarah Jim.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/last-day-seaweed-mysteries-of-the-amber-forest-exhibit/
LOCATION:Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea\, 9811 Seaport Place\, Sidney\, BC\, V8L4X3\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea":MAILTO:info@salishseacentre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240110T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20231206T231222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T233208Z
UID:15525-1704888000-1704891600@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Richard Atleo - Tsawlk: A Nuu-chah-nulth Worldview
DESCRIPTION:Learning with Syeyutsus Speaker Series \nUmeek’s theory of “Tsawalk\,” meaning “one\,” that views the nature of existence as an integrated and orderly whole\, and thereby recognizes the intrinsic relationship between the physical and spiritual. Both Western and indigenous views combined can advance our understanding of the universe.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/richard-atlea-tsawlk-a-nuu-chah-nulth-worldview/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting on Zoom\, www.Tinyurl.com/SAN-Community-Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240114T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240114T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20231213T201805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T201805Z
UID:15612-1705240800-1705248000@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:UVic Continuing Studies Open House
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to UVic on the Peninsula! We invite you to come to our Open House. Come along with friends\, neighbors\, and relatives to meet some of our course instructors\, SAGE facilitators\, and staff from Continuing Studies. If you haven’t done so\, you may register for courses at this time. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/uvic-continuing-studies-open-house/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240116T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240116T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20231206T231416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T231416Z
UID:15527-1705428000-1705431600@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:CELPIP: Get the Facts
DESCRIPTION:Join our partners at Prometric for a free online CELPIP Test workshop and learn everything you need to know about the CELPIP Test! \nWebinar attendees will: \n\nReceive more information on the structure and timing of the Test\nReview sample test questions\nReceive free study materials\, including an online study programs valued at $25 CAD This workshop is a must if you plan to take the CELPIP Test!\n\nThe CELPIP Test is accepted as proof of English language proficiency for permanent residency\, citizenship\, and professional designation. Learn about CELPIP books\, how to register for an online library card\, and introduce other resources to help you learn English. This webinar is hosted by a coalition of nonprofits in Western Canada\, including Surrey Libraries\, Yellowknife Immigration Partnership\, Immigrant Services Calgary\, Archway Community Services\, and Vancouver Island Regional Library. Register today!
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/celpip-get-the-facts/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting on Zoom\, www.Tinyurl.com/SAN-Community-Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240119T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20240108T210204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T210209Z
UID:15721-1705683600-1705694400@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Dinner and a Movie
DESCRIPTION:Mamma Mia! \nJoin us at the SHOAL Centre in our Tides Dining room for dinner and a movie.  \nDinner is a choice of burgers and fries or fish & chips. Both served with pop and salad. Popcorn and hot chocolate will be served with the movie.  \nDinner and a movie is $20.00 for SHOAL members; $24.00 for non-members.  \nDinner at 5pm; movie starts at 6 \nRegistration and pre-payment required by calling 250-656-5537
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/dinner-and-a-movie/
LOCATION:SHOAL Centre\, 10030 Resthaven Drive\, Sidney\, V8L 3G4
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240119T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T161537
CREATED:20231213T202037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T202037Z
UID:15614-1705690800-1705690800@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Island Song Choir 2024 Winter Concert
DESCRIPTION:Island Song\, a non-auditioned Women’s pop Choir on the Saanich Peninsula\, is excited to share their High School Mixtape with you. Let these songs – all of them arranged by Choir members – take you back to your high school days from the 60s to the 2000s! \nAdult $25\nChild 16 and under $14
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/island-song-choir-2024-winter-concert/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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