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SUMMARY:Service of Remembrance for Queen Elizabeth II
DESCRIPTION:On the day of the State Funeral in London for Queen Elizabeth II\, Town of Sidney will hold a Service of Remembrance. The ceremony will include a Colour Parade\, Town Crier proclamation\, moment of silence\, and musical elements. \nAll members of the public are welcome to attend. Those interested in laying flowers or a wreath can do so at the Cenotaph outside of Sidney Town Hall at 2440 Sidney Ave.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/service-of-remembrance-for-queen-elizabeth-ii/
LOCATION:Sidney Beacon Park Bandshell\, https://www.google.com/maps/place/9805+Seaport+Pl\,+Sidney\,+BC+V8L+4X3/@48.6491158\,-123.39709\,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x548f662c98a7c58f:0x315f29fce16828e4!8m2!3d48.6491158!4d-123.3949013\, Sidney
ORGANIZER;CN="Town of Sidney":MAILTO:admin@sidney.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220920T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220920T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T181643Z
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SUMMARY:Buffy Sainte-Marie
DESCRIPTION:Buffy Sainte-Marie is a Cree singer-songwriter\, who shares important messages through her lyrics. She has written pop music for Janis Joplin\, Elvis Presley\, Donovan\, Joe Crocker\, and Jennifer Warnes. Spend your evening listening to messages of the environment\, Indigenous realities\, greed\, and more. Enjoy learning though beautifully crafted songs.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/buffy-sainte-marie/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220921T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220902T201613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220902T201613Z
UID:10072-1663765200-1663776000@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:BINGO at The Centre!
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a fun afternoon of BINGO with others. Proceeds support the many activities and programs at the centre. Doors Open at Noon\, and coffee or tea will also be available for $1 during intermission.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/bingo-at-the-centre-2/
LOCATION:Centre for Active living 50+\, 1229 Clarke Rd\, Brentwood Bay\, BC\, V8M 1E2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Centre for Active Living 50+":MAILTO:cssca@shaw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220922T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220922T220000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220811T190126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T005958Z
UID:9687-1663875000-1663884000@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:The Lonely
DESCRIPTION:Featuring the music of Roy Orbison\, Patsy Cline\, Everly Brothers\, Linda Ronstadt\, The Zombies\, Connie Francis\, Traveling Wilburys\, Shangri-las\, The Turtles\, The Shadows and many more. \nIn May 2021\, The Lonely said goodbye to founding member lead vocalist and dear friend\, Michael Demers. As a band\, The Lonely have loved and lost together and will forever be grateful for the experiences and joy we have shared together. Michael’s compassion\, energy and voice made so many people happy while on stage and he is and will continue to be greatly missed. \nAs he wished and articulated\, a new chapter begins\, and The Lonely is proud to welcome Danielle Lebeau Peterson\, a gifted musician steeped in tradition and honesty. As lead vocalists\, she and Gord Light deliver all the hits from an era gone by\, transporting audiences back in time. \nAround Canada and the USA\, audiences have spoken: “Outstanding tribute and entertainment”\, Edmonton\, “Awesome show … Loved every minute”\, Campbell River\, Absolutely awesome show”\, Liverpool\, NS.  This is one night you don’t want to miss.  \nFor more about THE LONEY visit:  www.thelonely.ca.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/the-lonely/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Rock.It Boy Entertainment":MAILTO:info@rockitboy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220929T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220902T212025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T215550Z
UID:10116-1663927200-1664467200@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Deep Cove Weavers & Spinners guild Show and Sale
DESCRIPTION:This exhibit is by the local group of talented weavers and spinners. There will be a wide variety of creations featured\, including home décor\, basketry\, hand-spun yarns\, wearables and much more! \nSeptember 23-29: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/deep-cove-weavers-spinners-guild-show-and-sale/
LOCATION:ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park\, 9565 Fifth Street\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220923T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220923T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220902T214940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220902T214940Z
UID:10138-1663961400-1663961400@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Open Mic Night
DESCRIPTION:Visit their website to reserve a performance time or if you’d like to participate as an audience member you can reserve your table now. Enjoy your night with live music\, food\, and drinks! Admission is $10 per person.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/open-mic-night/
LOCATION:Brentwood Bay Village Empourium\, 7103 W Saanich Rd\, Brentwood Bay\, BC\, V8M 1R1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220923T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220923T220000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220811T190717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T010002Z
UID:9690-1663961400-1663970400@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Hot Harvest Night: Neil Diamond & Neil Young Tribute
DESCRIPTION:JASON SCOTT’S\n“DIAMOND FOREVER A CELEBRATION OF NEIL DIAMOND” \nJason Scott’s multi-award-winning show “Diamond Forever a Celebration of Neil Diamond”\n– exciting must-see entertainment event that delivers the look\, sound\, excitement\, and music of icon Neil Diamond. \nOne Big “Neil Diamond Party” \nROGER POTTER’S\n“LIVE RUST’ – THE MUSIC OF NEIL YOUNG” \n” I forgot I wasn’t actually at a Neil Young Concert.”\n“Simply the Best Neil Young Tribute I have ever heard or seen…Incredible!”\n“Everything was better than I could have imagined.”\n“The Best Concert I’ve seen in Years!” \nProof of second vaccine required for anyone over the age of 12\, along with government issued ID for those 19+.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/hot-harvest-night-neil-diamond-neil-young-tribute/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220924T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220924T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220718T202603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220718T202603Z
UID:9524-1664010000-1664024400@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Peninsula Country Market
DESCRIPTION:Spend a leisurely Saturday morning shopping for fresh produce\, handmade arts and crafts\, home-baked goods\, and more – all locally produced.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/peninsula-country-market-10/
LOCATION:Saanich Fairgrounds\, 1528 Stelly's Cross Road\, saanichton\, BC\, V8M 1S8\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Peninsula Country Market":MAILTO:info@peninsulacountrymarket.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220924T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220924T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220908T162601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220908T162601Z
UID:10189-1664011800-1664024400@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Plant Trees in Peter Grant Park!
DESCRIPTION:Plants trees with community members in Peter Grant Park in Sidney!\nWe will also be removing invasive plants like English Ivy that is choking the forest floor in the park and negatively impacting biodiversity.\nAll help is needed!  \nDate/time: Saturday\, September 24 from 9:45am to 1pm\nLocation: meet in the field in Peter Grant Park. Parking along greenglade Road. Detailed location found in link below\nMore info/signup: https://www.meetup.com/greater-victoria-green-team/events/287762190/ \nNo experience is necessary and all ages and abilities welcomed to participate! We will be providing training\, tools\, gloves\, snacks and even a thank you gift at the end!  \nThis is a great activity to learn about local habitat\, meet new people\, address climate change locally\, contribute to a healthy community\, take care of your mental and physical well-being\, plus have a lot of fun in the process!
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/plant-trees-in-peter-grant-park/
LOCATION:Peter Grant Park\, Greenglade Road\, Sidney
ORGANIZER;CN="Greater Victoria Green Team":MAILTO:maria@greenteamscanada.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220925T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220718T174402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220718T174402Z
UID:9420-1664100000-1664114400@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Sidney Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Explore a variety of vendors of all types. You can find anything from local artisans to farmers & growers\, or creative foods to clothing & accessories\, and so many more!
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/sidney-farmers-market/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220925T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220811T211319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220811T211319Z
UID:9693-1664100000-1664121600@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Model Railway Show 2022
DESCRIPTION:Operating Model Railroads & Displays\nCommercial & Individual Sales \nAdmissions:\nAdults $8\nFamily $16\nNMRA/PNR Member $7\nYouth $7\nChildren 8 and under FREE when accompanied by an adult
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/model-railway-show-2022/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220925T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220925T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220902T204859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220902T204859Z
UID:10088-1664130600-1664136000@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Drumming Classes
DESCRIPTION:Develop basic hand drumming skills using a djembe\, a beautiful sounding and versatile west African instrument. Participants will learn three basic hand strokes\, drumming using both hands\, and learn to master some African Percussion drumming music. Drums will be available to rent for $40 throughout the series. \nEvery Sunday from September 11 – October 23\n6:30 pm – 9:00 pm\n$88 includes all 7 classes
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/drumming-classes-4/
LOCATION:North Saanich Middle School\, 10400 McDonald Park Road\, North Saanich\, BC\, V8L 0A3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220927T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220927T143000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220906T161854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T161854Z
UID:10056-1664283600-1664289000@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Advance Care Planning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Advance care planning is often thought of as planning for the end of life\, but it is really about planning for life\, up to and including death. It is a process of thinking about your beliefs\, values and wishes are for your care and sharing those wishes with the person who will speak for you if you can’t speak for yourself.  \nThis two-part workshop helps you tackle planning for your care with confidence. You will finish having the tools and skills to start the conversation with your friends\, loved ones\, and health care providers. \nDate: Tuesday\, September 20 & 27\nTime: 1:00pm – 2:30pm
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/advance-care-planning-workshop/
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:20220929T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221002T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220811T194701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T010012Z
UID:9698-1664479800-1664746200@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Blackadder
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 29  – 7:30pm\nFriday\, September 30  – 7:30pm\nSaturday\, October 1  – 2:00pm & 7:30pm\nSunday\, October 2  – 7:30pm \nAdult $25.00\nSenior/Student $22.00\nGroups 4+  $22.00 \nBlackadder is a comedic series that ran in Britain between 1983 and 1989. Starring Rowan Atkinson\, it chronicles the misfortunes of Edmund Blackadder through 4 different periods of British history\, from 1485 to 1917. His incarnation in each generation schemes and bumbles his way through history\, with hilarious results. Our presentation has taken three episodes\, Head\, Bells and Potato\, from the court of Queen Elizabeth I.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/blackadder/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220930T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221006T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220916T211127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T211127Z
UID:10255-1664532000-1665072000@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Peninsula Plein Air Painters
DESCRIPTION:The Peninsula Plein Air Painters are back for their 2022 Exhibition of Plein Air and Studio Work. Mediums include acrylic\, oil\, and watercolour. Subject matter include landscape\, seascape and urban scenes. Open 10:00am – 4:00pm daily! \nPainters include: Jane Biggs\, Jennifer Brown\, Ken Faulks\, Robin Kilistoff\, Anne Krauss\, Bob Langford\, Keith Levang\, German Mckenzie\, Dan Nordin\, Peter Paterson\, Avis Rasmussen\, Stephanie Steel\, and William Watt. \nOpen 10:00am – 4:00pm daily!
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/peninsula-plein-air-painters/
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:20220930T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220930T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220902T215230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220902T215230Z
UID:10140-1664566200-1664566200@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Brandon Isaak
DESCRIPTION:Brandon’s affinity for the rawness and spontaneity of the blues is second to none. He is an award winning musician with a passion for the history of music and origins of the blues\, and it shows in his live shows. Reserve a table\, get some food and drinks\, and enjoy the show!
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/brandon-isaak/
LOCATION:Brentwood Bay Village Empourium\, 7103 W Saanich Rd\, Brentwood Bay\, BC\, V8M 1R1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221001T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221001T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220811T195202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T010017Z
UID:9702-1664611200-1664643600@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Psychic & Spiritual Arts Fair
DESCRIPTION:Your complete Body\, Soul a& Spirit Connectiom!\nSAVE THE DATE! Come\, meet and support some of the most gifted intuitive readers and vendors from Vancouver Island\, including:\nPsychics\, Angel Card Readers\, Tarot Readers\, Alternative Medicine\, Reiki\, Energy Healers\, Medical Intuitive\, Spiritual Jewelry\, Crystals\, Rocks & Gems\, Gifts and much more. \nPresented by: Pathways to Spirit Institute· (250) 655-5254 · spirit@pathwaystospirit.net www.pathwaystospirit.net/psychic-spiritual-arts-fair
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/psychic-spiritual-arts-fair/
LOCATION:BC
ORGANIZER;CN="Pathways to Spirit Institute&middot%3B":MAILTO:spirit@pathwaystospirit.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221001T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221001T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220718T202744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220718T202744Z
UID:9526-1664614800-1664629200@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Peninsula Country Market
DESCRIPTION:Spend a leisurely Saturday morning shopping for fresh produce\, handmade arts and crafts\, home-baked goods\, and more – all locally produced.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/peninsula-country-market-11/
LOCATION:Saanich Fairgrounds\, 1528 Stelly's Cross Road\, saanichton\, BC\, V8M 1S8\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Peninsula Country Market":MAILTO:info@peninsulacountrymarket.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221001T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221001T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220902T205015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220902T205015Z
UID:10090-1664649000-1664654400@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Drumming Classes
DESCRIPTION:Develop basic hand drumming skills using a djembe\, a beautiful sounding and versatile west African instrument. Participants will learn three basic hand strokes\, drumming using both hands\, and learn to master some African Percussion drumming music. Drums will be available to rent for $40 throughout the series. \nEvery Sunday from September 11 – October 23\n6:30 pm – 9:00 pm\n$88 includes all 7 classes
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/drumming-classes-5/
LOCATION:North Saanich Middle School\, 10400 McDonald Park Road\, North Saanich\, BC\, V8L 0A3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221002T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221002T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220902T205339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220902T205339Z
UID:10096-1664735400-1664740800@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Drumming Classes
DESCRIPTION:Develop basic hand drumming skills using a djembe\, a beautiful sounding and versatile west African instrument. Participants will learn three basic hand strokes\, drumming using both hands\, and learn to master some African Percussion drumming music. Drums will be available to rent for $40 throughout the series. \nEvery Sunday from September 11 – October 23\n6:30 pm – 9:00 pm\n$88 includes all 7 classes
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/drumming-classes-8/
LOCATION:North Saanich Middle School\, 10400 McDonald Park Road\, North Saanich\, BC\, V8L 0A3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221004T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221004T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220811T195610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T010021Z
UID:9706-1664911800-1664911800@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Sharon Shannon Trio
DESCRIPTION:• Sharon Shannon first came to our attention when she toured the world for 18 months as a member of The Waterboys.\n• Her 1991 debut studio album was the best selling traditional Irish music albums of all time.\n• A cover version of the song “Galway Girl” by Sharon Shannon and Mundy reached number one and became the most downloaded song of 2008 in Ireland. {Sharon recorded the original with Steve Earle.] \nSharon is a musician who continues to surprise. While she is known for her arrangements of traditional Irish tunes and Irish influenced compositions\, she has always been eager to explore new styles\, and to meet and work with other musicians. The accordionist from Ireland has achieved legendary status throughout the world and has made the much-maligned accordion ‘cool’ in her home country. Renowned for her collaborations\, not just in Irish traditional music\, but through all music genres\, Hip Hop\, Cajun\, Country\, Classical and Rap. \nShe has recorded and toured with some of the biggest names in the world’s music industry\, including Bono\, Sinead O’Connor\, The Chieftains\, The Waterboys\, Willie Nelson\, Jackson Browne\, Alison Krauss\, Steve Earle; etc.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/sharon-shannon-trio/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221007
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220623T212227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220625T040329Z
UID:8972-1665014400-1665100799@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Tour De Rock
DESCRIPTION:Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock 2022 is an exciting annual event where law enforcement and emergency services personnel cycle across Vancouver Island raising money for childhood cancer research and support services at the Canadian Cancer Society. \nThis year is especially important to our caring communities across Vancouver Island as we celebrate Tour de Rock’s 25th anniversary. From the very first ride in 1998\, Tour de Rock has grown on the strength of dedicated volunteers and community partners from Port Alice to Victoria. We are excited to be back to a full tour in 2022! \nFor the past 25 years\, we have been a force-for-life in the face of cancer. We remain determined to continue supporting children and families living with cancer. Why? Because the impact of cancer on the life of a child and their family is devastating. Donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society through Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock are used to fund life-saving pediatric cancer research and caring support programs like Camp Goodtimes to reduce its impact. \nDonate today\, support a rider\, host an event or participate in a community event to help us pedal our way to end childhood cancer! \nDate: September 24 through October 7\, 2022\nSaturday September 24th – Port Alice \nSunday September 25th – Port Hardy / Port McNeill \nMonday September 26th – Sayward \nTuesday September 27th – Campbell River \nWednesday September 28th – Comox Valley \nThursday September 29th – Qualicum Beach / Parksville \nFriday September 30th – Port Alberni \nSaturday October 1st – Ucluelet \nSunday October 2nd – Tofino / Nanaimo \nMonday October 3rd – Ladysmith / Chemainus \nTuesday October 4th – Lake Cowichan / Duncan \nWednesday October 5th – Shawnigan Lake / Mill Bay / Sooke / Westshore \nThursday October 6th – Oak Bay / Victoria / Sidney \nFriday October 7th – Esquimalt / Saanich / Victoria
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/tour-de-rock/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221006T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221006T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220817T010102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T010102Z
UID:9710-1665064800-1665064800@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Autumn Serenade
DESCRIPTION:Single Adult/Senior: $37.00\nSingle Student: $15.00\nSeries Adult/Senior: $33.00/per ticket to each show ($99.00 total)\nGroup of 10+: $33.00/per ticket \nAutumn is the  perfect time of the year for  a  concert embracing the Canadian landscape.\nThe repertoire will include music by Canadian icon  Robert Farnon \, Vancouver composer Michael Conway Baker and arrangements by the Percy Faith Orchestra. Guest soloist Erik Abbink saxophone will play Andre Waignein’s Rhapsody\, Four Pictures from New York by Roberto Molinelli\, Ennio Morricone’s The Mission and A Nightingale Sang on Berkeley Square.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/autumn-serenade/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Palm Court Orchestra":MAILTO:palm@victoria.tc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221008T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221008T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220718T202834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220718T202834Z
UID:9528-1665219600-1665234000@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Peninsula Country Market
DESCRIPTION:Spend a leisurely Saturday morning shopping for fresh produce\, handmade arts and crafts\, home-baked goods\, and more – all locally produced.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/peninsula-country-market-12/
LOCATION:Saanich Fairgrounds\, 1528 Stelly's Cross Road\, saanichton\, BC\, V8M 1S8\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Peninsula Country Market":MAILTO:info@peninsulacountrymarket.ca
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221008T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220817T010102Z
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UID:9713-1665257400-1665257400@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Janis Ian
DESCRIPTION:Janis Ian keeps a sign above her workspace at home\, a North Star that guides her after more than five decades as a revered songwriter who dares to say what no one else will. \n“Do not be held hostage by your legacy.” \nWhen you’ve written\, starting at age 14\, some of pop music’s most evergreen songs — “Society’s Child\,” “At Seventeen\,” “Jesse\,” and “Stars\,” among them — it’s no wonder she’d need a reminder to shake free of our expectations. \nNow\, at 70\, Ian is embracing a new milestone: the art of the farewell. Set for release on January 21\, 2022 on her own Rude Girl Records\, The Light at the End of the Line is Ian’s latest and last solo studio album to bookend a kaleidoscopic catalog that began with her 1967 self-titled debut. \nIan says\, “It takes a certain amount of maturity to realize that you don’t have to keep proving you can write.  I’ve already created a body of work I’m proud of\, and I’m old enough to realize that it’s the light at the end of the line that matters.  And I’m not calling this retiring. It’s rewiring.” \nAs her first album of new material in 15 years\, The Light at the End of the Line also sets the stage for what Ian imagines is her final North American tour in 2022. \nLet’s be frank: It’s a bittersweet moment for fans who have stuck with her from the very beginning. At once familiar and poignant\, these 12 new songs present Ian in miniature. They’re intimate portraits of getting older but wiser (“I’m Still Standing”)\, of knowing when to stand up and not take any more shit (“Resist”)\, of celebrating life’s fleeting beauty (“Swannanoa”)\, of exalting in your true identity (“Perfect Little Girl”)\, of paying homage to a lifelong hero and her demons (“Nina\,” as in Simone). \nHer original idea was to name the tour “The End of the Line” and write a song around it\, but that felt too bleak. Instead\, she says\, “I wanted to write about the result of all these years. As part of that\, I’ll change it to ‘The Light at the End of the Line’ and write a more adult version of ‘Stars’ to go with it.” From 1973\, “Stars” was often called Ian’s “comeback song” and was covered by Nina Simone\, Cher\, Mel Tormé\, and a host of other artists who felt the song spoke to their own lives. “As I wrote ‘The Light at the End of the Line\,’ I realized that it’s really a love song. I didn’t understand that so many years of meeting my audience after shows\, of corresponding with them\, had created this very real relationship that few artists are privileged to have.” \nThere’s a moment on every Janis Ian album that parts your hair\, upends your ideas about her comfort zone. Her latest is full of surprises. She strikes a triumphant tone on the opening “I’m Still Standing”.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/janis-ian/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221009T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221009T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220902T205120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220902T205120Z
UID:10092-1665340200-1665345600@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Drumming Classes
DESCRIPTION:Develop basic hand drumming skills using a djembe\, a beautiful sounding and versatile west African instrument. Participants will learn three basic hand strokes\, drumming using both hands\, and learn to master some African Percussion drumming music. Drums will be available to rent for $40 throughout the series. \nEvery Sunday from September 11 – October 23\n6:30 pm – 9:00 pm\n$88 includes all 7 classes
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/drumming-classes-6/
LOCATION:North Saanich Middle School\, 10400 McDonald Park Road\, North Saanich\, BC\, V8L 0A3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221010T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221010T180000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220922T183622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T183622Z
UID:10264-1665403200-1665424800@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Sidney Blood Donation Event
DESCRIPTION:Join Canada’s Lifeline and book your next appointment today! Our team is ready to welcome you this Fall as we get back to routines and continue saving the lives of Canadian patients. \nWe are at the Mary Winspear Centre on Thanksgiving Monday\, October 10\, from 12noon to 6pm. \nBook your appointment on blood.ca\, by downloading our GiveBlood app\, or by calling 1-888-2DONATE (1-888-236-6283). And if you miss us this time\, we are back on November 7.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/sidney-blood-donation-event-3/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Patricia Willms":MAILTO:patricia.willms@blood.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221012T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221012T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220817T010102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T010102Z
UID:9716-1665604800-1665604800@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Best of Hecklers
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Best of Hecklers standup comedy series! Hecklers is one of Canada’s premier comedy clubs and they’re bringing you the very best comedians with their new theatre series.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/best-of-hecklers/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hecklers":MAILTO:HecklersBarandGrill@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221013T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221013T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20220811T201811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T005936Z
UID:9718-1665689400-1665689400@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:David Myles Trio
DESCRIPTION:Our most fundamental questions—about how to exist in this world we share\, and how best to love the people we love—so often keep us awake at the end of the day\, at a loss for answers. From the plaintive opening notes of David Myles’ It’s Only a Little Loneliness\, the New Brunswick-based songwriter testifies that he’s no exception: “I could try to explain what goes on in my brain\, but I’d have to pretend that I knew\,” he sings on “Certain.” On his introspective 15th studio album\, Myles establishes himself as a seeker—of paths\, of new sonic expressions\, of God. Concrete answers\, however\, elude him the same as they elude the rest of us. All of that seeking reveals one clear conclusion\, though: we are bound to each other. “But it’s late at night\, and I’m reaching for the light\,” he continues over soft\, arpeggiated guitar on the album’s opening track. “And I want to spend my whole life with you.” \n“It’s the kind of thing you say to yourself when you’re feeling a bit down: ‘It’s only a little loneliness\,’” Myles says about the album’s title on a drive through northern New Brunswick. “But then at the same time\, you know—it’s actually quite a big thing. It’s overwhelming. You try to tell yourself it’s not a big deal but it feels quite fundamental. And you realize\, ‘I need people. I need a community. I need my friends. I need my family.” \nThat’s clear from songs like the sweet “If I Lost You\,” simultaneously uplifting and heavy as Myles deals with the fact that everything must end\, and what that means for relationships based in love. On the smoky “Mystery\,” he addresses the enigmatic magnetism of opposites attracting\, reminding listeners that those who are different from us broaden our perspectives and make our lives richer. \nSometimes it takes something massive\, though—a rending of the fabric of one’s reality—to see our interdependence on one another clearly enough to inspire profound changes. In 2018\, Myles came down with a sudden illness that had him worried that his life and ability to make music were in jeopardy; in 2020\, the world changed overnight\, upending his life and career along with everyone else. “My worst fear was to have the career drop\,” Myles says. “And then\, for reasons beyond my control\, it dropped for me. And I didn’t die. And it didn’t all fall apart.” \nIt took a lot of soul-searching to get to this point\, where he could look back on the past few years and understand what it had taught him. During this period his bandwidth for putting on any kind of airs was completely depleted\, and he realized that with the time he has\, he has to be 100% himself\, which meant following those thoughts that kept him up at night\, learning how to best express them\, and confronting them through music. “All of a sudden\, I could talk about God in my songs\, and I could talk about the mystery of relationships and love and confusion and loneliness\,” Myles says. \nIn 2021\, the Juno-nominated album That Tall Distance offered an instrumental expression of Myles’ feelings about these questions. It’s Only a Little Loneliness brings his voice and words into the mix\, using the same recording approach\, with each contributing player afforded as much time as they need to lay down their parts at home and complete the picture. The result is a collection that flows naturally\, a whole that proves more than the sum of its dynamic and singular parts. \nFor Myles\, it was imperative that percussion form the beating heart of the record\, and Joshua Van Tassel’s intricate work drives songs like “Walk With Me\,” as Myles seeks to fill his spiritual void. The virtuosic Leith Fleming-Smith appears on organ and Wurlitzer\, and Asa Brosius provides the dreamy title track dobro solo and gossamer pedal steel for the cover of country heartbreak standard “Making Believe.” Elsewhere\, Dean Brouillard provides the crucial low end on bass; Andrew Jackson blows trombone; and Aaron Davis provides the glowing piano work on curtain-closer “Solitaire.” \nAll over the album\, the voices of dear friends—Rose Cousins (“Making Believe”)\, Breagh Isabel (“If I Lost You”)\, and Reeny and Haliey Smith (“Mystery\,” “Walk With Me\,” and the slinky and soulful “You Can’t Hurt Me”)—drive home that important sentiment: we need each other to get through\, even if it’s just a little loneliness. \nOver these past years of isolation\, Myles has continued to seek connection via his “not-so-late night talk show” Myles From Home on YouTube\, which has since become a popular podcast by the same name. Myles From Home has featured a diverse selection of guests including Jeremy Dutcher\, Shad\, Alex Cuba\, Bahamas\, and Ria Mae. The podcast is just another feather in the multifaceted cap of Myles’ career\, which includes numerous awards and accolades\, a robust artist profile stateside\, a 2018 children’s book called Santa Never Brings Me a Banjo\, and the biggest-selling rap single in the history of Canadian music\, “Inner Ninja\,” a cross-genre musical collaboration with rapper Classified.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/david-myles-trio/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221014T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221014T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T031735
CREATED:20221017T204505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221017T204505Z
UID:10410-1665734400-1665766800@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Saanich Peninsula Hospital & Healthcare Foundation Gala
DESCRIPTION:After two years at home\, we are pleased to once again be hosting our annual Gala in person at Church and State Winery. \nThis year’s event will have a French flair with a French-inspired three-course dinner prepared by Truffles Catering and “Under Paris Skies” performed by the Edie Daponte Quartet.  \nWith an online silent auction (open to everyone as of October 26th at noon)\, live auction and our very first Fund-A-Need\, we invite you to join us in these exciting opportunities to support the Saanich Peninsula Hospital and the future of healthcare on the peninsula.   \nFor more information or to purchase your tickets\, please visit sphf.ca or call our Sidney office at 250-656-2948.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/saanich-peninsula-hospital-healthcare-foundation-gala/
LOCATION:Church & State Winery\, 1445 Benvenuto Avenue\, Brentwood Bay\, V8M 1J5
ORGANIZER;CN="Saanich Peninsula Hospital &amp%3Bamp%3B Healthcare Foundation":MAILTO:info@sphf.ca
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