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SUMMARY:Sidney Sparkles Christmas Parade
DESCRIPTION:Join Peninsula Celebrations Society for the Sidney Sparkles Christmas Parade along Beacon Avenue in Downtown Sidney!
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/sidney-sparkles-christmas-parade/
LOCATION:British Columbia
ORGANIZER;CN="Peninsula Celebrations Society":MAILTO:info@peninsulacelebrations.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231204T180000
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UID:15066-1701691200-1701712800@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Blood Donor Clinic
DESCRIPTION:The clinic will be running from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. For more information\, visit www.blood.ca.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/blood-donor-clinic-7/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231204T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231204T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
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UID:15119-1701693000-1701696600@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-4/
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:20231204T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231204T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
CREATED:20231110T220407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T220407Z
UID:15239-1701696600-1701703800@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-10/
LOCATION:Sidney/North Saanich Branch Library\, 10091 Resthaven Drive\, Sidney\, V8L 3G3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231205T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231205T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
CREATED:20231110T211621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T211701Z
UID:15211-1701772200-1701775800@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Tot Tuesdays - All the Way to the Artic
DESCRIPTION: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\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSuitable for ages 3–5\nChildren must be accompanied by an adult\nNo registration is required however numbers will be limited due to physical space\nStandard admission rates apply; Annual Passes and memberships accepted\nThemes listed below are subject to change
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/tot-tuesday-all-the-way-to-the-artic/
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:20231205T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231205T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
CREATED:20231108T201833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T201833Z
UID:15153-1701801000-1701804600@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Spanish Classes for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Buenos Dias! Join these conversational beginner and intermediate Spanish lessons and take a deeper dive into communicating in Spanish. With emphasis on learning and practicing the spoken language\, this class will increasingly conduct in Spanish. At the end of this class you will be more confident to have conversations with Spanish speakers \nInterested? Call SHOAL at (250)-656-5537
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/spanish-classes-for-beginners-4/
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:20231206T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231206T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
CREATED:20231104T225011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231104T225513Z
UID:15068-1701891000-1701891000@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Wavelengths Community Choir: A Celtic Christmas
DESCRIPTION:A Seasonal Music Celebration featuring Wavelengths Community Choir\, led by Denis Donnelly\, and guests. Music will include traditional music of the Yuletide Season\, mostly from the British Isles\, as sung by the choir as well as a 9-woman vocal ensemble\, Lanny Pollet on flute and Denis on Irish harp. \nDecember 6: 7:30 pm\nDecember 10: 2:00 pm
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/wavelengths-community-choir-a-celtic-christmas/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231207T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231207T111500
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
CREATED:20231110T220457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T220457Z
UID:15241-1701945000-1701947700@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Good Morning Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Bring your littlest ones to the library for stories\, songs\, rhymes\, and movement. Every Thursday morning from November 9 – December 7. Ages 0-5 years. Drop-in.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/good-morning-storytime-13/
LOCATION:Sidney/North Saanich Branch Library\, 10091 Resthaven Drive\, Sidney\, V8L 3G3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231207T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231207T180000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
CREATED:20231108T201128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T201128Z
UID:15142-1701968400-1701972000@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Table Tennis for Beginner Students & Adults
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-beginner-students-adults-4/
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:20231207T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231207T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
CREATED:20231108T202351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T202351Z
UID:15165-1701973800-1701977400@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Spanish Classes: Intermediate
DESCRIPTION:Buenos Dias! Join these conversational beginner and intermediate Spanish lessons and take a deeper dive into communicating in Spanish. With emphasis on learning and practicing the spoken language\, this class will increasingly conduct in Spanish. At the end of this class you will be more confident to have conversations with Spanish speakers \nInterested? Call SHOAL at (250)-656-5537
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/spanish-classes-intermediate-5/
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:20231208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231210T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
CREATED:20231021T182818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231021T183438Z
UID:14883-1702044000-1702224000@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Last Chance Christmas Craft Fair
DESCRIPTION:First & Last Chance are two distinctive Christmas Craft Shows featuring an array of works of over 90+ artists\, artisans\, makers\, and designers from our beautiful West Coast and it’s surrounding islands. Since 1989\, these shows are two of Vancouver Island’s premier Christmas shopping events which have become favorite craft sales to many in Sidney\, Saanich\, greater Victoria and further afar. It is an annual tradition where visitors can meet the many creators in person\, hear their stories\, feel their passion and experience their works first-hand. Join us at Sidney’s lovey Mary Winspear Centre for an unforgettable Christmas shopping experience. Shop small. Shop local. Support our many talented artists & artisans and find those special handmade gifts for your family and friends. \nFriday\, December 8th\, 2pm-8pm\nSaturday\, December 9th\, 10am-5pm\nSunday\, December 10th\, 10am-4pm
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/last-chance-christmas-craft-fair/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231210T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
CREATED:20231202T222036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T222630Z
UID:15425-1702062000-1702234800@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Theatre Al Dente: "A Christmas Carol"
DESCRIPTION:Directed by Geral Schieven and featuring a talented cast of many ages\, this entertaining presentation weaves the classic story of Scrooge with an assortment of beautiful  seasonal carols. \nEbenezer Scrooge is a prosperous curmudgeon who believes that personal wealth is far more valuable than the happiness and comfort of others. With an infuriated “Bah! Humbug!” Scrooge summates his feelings of Christmas tidings and charitable giving\, but he’s forced to face his selfish ways when three ghosts on Christmas Eve lead him through his Past\, Present and Future. \nThe performances are approximately 2 hours long\, with a 15-minute intermission\, and will be at the Berwick Royal Oak. Parking is available at Our Lady Fatima Church. \nDecember 8: 7:00 pm\nDecember 9 and 10: 2:00 pm \nGeneral Admission: $25\nSeniors and youth (under 12): $22
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/theatre-al-dente-a-christmas-carol/
LOCATION:Berwick Royal Oak\, 4680 Royal Oak Drive\, Saanich\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231218T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
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:20231209T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
CREATED:20231110T220628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T220628Z
UID:15243-1702130400-1702134000@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Victoria Christmas Ghost Storytime- For Adults & Older Children
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that in England there was a tradition of telling ghost stories on Christmas Eve? \nWe’re going to recreate that experience for you as we transform the library into a Victorian parlour. Enjoy a spooky festive tale with our special guest reader Chris Dance. Meet members of the University of Victoria Crafting Communities and maybe try your hand at making a Victorian craft. This program is suitable for adults and older children. Everyone welcome. No registration required. Victorian era costumes welcome! \nCrafting Communities is an award-winning resource hub for makers and educators interested in nineteenth-century material culture. Their website includes how-to crafting tutorials for home and classroom use\, an online exhibit of 26 nineteenth-century objects (from a broken Brontë hair bracelet to a policeman’s hat)\, and 24 podcast episodes about nineteenth-century things (featuring interviews with artists\, curators\, scholars\, and librarians about books\, beadwork\, optical toys\, and more!). \nPainting is Christmas Story-telling – Sir John Everett Millais (1862)
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/victoria-christmas-ghost-storytime-for-adults-older-children/
LOCATION:Sidney/North Saanich Branch Library\, 10091 Resthaven Drive\, Sidney\, V8L 3G3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231209T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231209T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
CREATED:20231031T171043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T171043Z
UID:14987-1702130400-1702137600@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Christmas Comes 'Round Again
DESCRIPTION:A Seasonal celebration of a cappella\, four-part harmony\, featuring the South Island’s leading exponents of the art\, South Island Harmony male chorus and the area’s popular quartet\, Trounce Alley. Audiences will be treated to that full-body tingle that derives from the blend of soaring voices\, ringing chords\, and thrilling close harmony.\nSouth Island Harmony’s first full Christmas Show in three years\, the programme will feature brand new repertoire and some old favourites covering Seasonal songs and popular music genres from many decades. This is also the first full-repertoire show under the leadership of our outstanding new Director\, Dr. Kinza Tyrrell. Kinza is a classically trained Music PhD with a phenomenal résumé of accomplishment.\nThe mighty Trounce Alley Quartet entertains audiences all over the South Island with a diverse repertoire\, singing everything from old Barbershop classics to modern movie theme songs.\nWe welcome guest artists Lady & the Tramps\, a mixed quartet from Nanaimo\, and UVic Brass\, a wind instrument ensemble comprising UVic music students.\nSouth Island Harmony takes pride in serving\, and making a positive contribution to\, our community. One of our missions is to form strong partnerships with school choral groups\, music educators\, and their organizations.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/christmas-comes-round-again/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="South Island Harmony":MAILTO:president@southislandharmony.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231209T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231209T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
CREATED:20231202T224058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T224114Z
UID:15432-1702132200-1702132200@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Victoria Mendelssohn Choir: "Welcome to Christmas"
DESCRIPTION:The choir\, under the direction of Simon Leung\, joins with the Victoria High Notes Flute Choir and will sing a variety of Christmas music. Accompaniment by Ryan Qu. Tickets are available at the door or Tanner’s Books in Sidney. \nTickets: $20 \nFor more information\, please email alidar@shaw.ca
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/victoria-mendelssohn-choir-welcome-to-christmas/
LOCATION:SHOAL Centre\, 10030 Resthaven Drive\, Sidney\, V8L 3G4
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231210T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
CREATED:20231104T225347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231104T225433Z
UID:15072-1702216800-1702216800@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Wavelengths Community Choir: A Celtic Christmas
DESCRIPTION:A Seasonal Music Celebration featuring Wavelengths Community Choir\, led by Denis Donnelly\, and guests. Music will include traditional music of the Yuletide Season\, mostly from the British Isles\, as sung by the choir as well as a 9-woman vocal ensemble\, Lanny Pollet on flute and Denis on Irish harp. \nDecember 6: 7:30 pm\nDecember 10: 2:00 pm
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/wavelengths-community-choir-a-celtic-christmas-2/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231210T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
CREATED:20231122T192918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T193003Z
UID:15337-1702216800-1702216800@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:The Musical Joys of the Season
DESCRIPTION:The Via Choralis Performance Society and the Campus View Elementary School Choir are proud to present a beautiful choral concert. “The Musical Joys of the Season: Madrigals\, Choruses from Handel’s Messiah\, Carols and Songs of Hope for the coming year.” \nEach choir will preform separately\, then the adults/children will sing together in a grand finale including a “walk” with the audience “in a winter wonderland. \nTickets may be purchased directly from choir members\, at Tanner’s Books in Sidney\, Seaberry Gardens at Mattick’s Farm\, and online through Brown Paper Tickets.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/the-musical-joys-of-the-season/
LOCATION:St. Elizabeth’s Church\, 10030 Third Street\, Sidney
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231211T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231211T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
CREATED:20231108T200421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T200556Z
UID:15121-1702297800-1702301400@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-5/
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:20231212T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231212T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
CREATED:20231202T224623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T224623Z
UID:15437-1702389600-1702396800@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:The Socrates Cafe
DESCRIPTION:This is a new philosophy discussion group that kicked off in September. It offers an opportunity to explore a variety of topics and perspectives\, to learn\, to share thoughts and to meet new people! Free of charge.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/the-socrates-cafe-3/
LOCATION:Beacon Brewing\, 9829 Third Street\,\, Sidney\, BC\, V8L 3A7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231212T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231212T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
CREATED:20231108T201933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T201933Z
UID:15155-1702405800-1702409400@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Spanish Classes for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Buenos Dias! Join these conversational beginner and intermediate Spanish lessons and take a deeper dive into communicating in Spanish. With emphasis on learning and practicing the spoken language\, this class will increasingly conduct in Spanish. At the end of this class you will be more confident to have conversations with Spanish speakers \nInterested? Call SHOAL at (250)-656-5537
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/spanish-classes-for-beginners-5/
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:20231214T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231214T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
CREATED:20231109T225500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T225500Z
UID:15193-1702546200-1702551600@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Frosty Festival Kindergym
DESCRIPTION:Embrace the winter season with us at Panorama Recreation’s wintry-themed Kindergym event at Greenglade Community Centre Gymnasium. \nEnjoy crafts\, games and more seasonal surprises alongside our regular Kindergym equipment during this exciting morning. For children 1-5 years with guardian participation. \nRegular admission rates apply $3.50/child. Reserve your spot online\, or drop-in if space remains. Maximum 35 children per session.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/frosty-festival-kindergym/
LOCATION:Greenglade Community Centre\, 2151 Lannon Way\, Sidney
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231214T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231214T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
CREATED:20231202T224943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T224943Z
UID:15439-1702557000-1702564200@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Peninsula Newcomers Holiday Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Welcoming Women to the Peninsula since 1987! Come celebrate the season with lunch and our fundraising draw! Pre-booking is required. For more information\, please see www.peninsulanewcomers.com or email pncpublicity@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/peninsula-newcomers-holiday-luncheon/
LOCATION:SHOAL Centre\, 10030 Resthaven Drive\, Sidney\, V8L 3G4
ORGANIZER;CN="Peninsula Newcomers Club":MAILTO:peninsulanewcomers@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
CREATED:20231202T225748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T230030Z
UID:15441-1702562400-1702569600@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Vintage Fashion Show
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fabulous afternoon of fashion and fun at Abbeyfield’s Vintage Holiday Fashion Show! Get ready to be transported back in time as we showcase the most stylish and glamorous vintage outfits. Tea and holiday treats will be served. \nDon’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to see stunning vintage fashion pieces up close and personal. Whether you’re a fashion aficionado or simply love the charm of the past\, this event promises to be a memorable experience. Grab your friends and get ready to step into the world of vintage glamour at Abbeyfield’s Vintage Holiday Fashion Show! \nDecember 14\, from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm \nFor more information\, please call or visit the website.\n250-652-5410\nwww.abbeyfieldsidney.ca\nwww.vintagefashionshowcase.org
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/vintage-fashion-show/
LOCATION:St. Andrew’s Hall\, 9691 Fourth Street\, Sidney\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231214T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231214T180000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
CREATED:20231108T201228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T201228Z
UID:15144-1702573200-1702576800@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Table Tennis for Beginner Students & Adults
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-beginner-students-adults-5/
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:20231214T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231214T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
CREATED:20231108T202430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T202430Z
UID:15167-1702578600-1702582200@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Spanish Classes: Intermediate
DESCRIPTION:Buenos Dias! Join these conversational beginner and intermediate Spanish lessons and take a deeper dive into communicating in Spanish. With emphasis on learning and practicing the spoken language\, this class will increasingly conduct in Spanish. At the end of this class you will be more confident to have conversations with Spanish speakers \nInterested? Call SHOAL at (250)-656-5537
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/spanish-classes-intermediate-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:20231214T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231214T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
CREATED:20231110T220755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T220755Z
UID:15245-1702578600-1702584000@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Writers Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/writers-support-group-7/
LOCATION:Sidney/North Saanich Branch Library\, 10091 Resthaven Drive\, Sidney\, V8L 3G3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231215T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231215T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112233
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:20260430T112233
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:20260430T112233
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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