Sidney BIA

Studio 30 Art Club Annual Exhibit & Sale Show
2024-11-22 10:00 - 2024-11-28 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park, 9565 Fifth Street, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada
The Studio 30 Art Club is having an art show and sale from November 22-28 at the Sidney ArtSea Gallery; 10 am – 4 pm daily! The Studio 30 Art Club is a local non-profit society that has been welcoming Victoria-area artists for over 40 years. Club members work in various mediums including oil, acrylic, watercolour, pastel, and mixed media and more! Over 20 artists are participating! The art show will feature original artwork, art cards, and art journals. Come and see the work of these talented artists! Opening reception with artists in attendance on November 23 from 1-3 pm!
Show hours: 10am- 4pm

Rancho Vignola Harvest Sale
2024-11-22 08:00 - 2024-11-23 17:00 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Join us at the Mary Winspear Centre in Sidney where we bring to you the highest quality new crop, nuts, seeds, dried fruit and more!
It is such a privilege to be able to share our passion for quality ingredients with our community on Vancouver Island. From walnuts so fresh that they taste like cream, to all-natural, flavour-packed dried mangoes to our premium chocolate covered nuts, there is something for everyone!
Hours:
Friday, November 22 @ 9:00am-7:00pm
Saturday, November 23 @ 9:00am-5:00pm

Movie Night at the Sidney Museum
2024-11-21 19:00 - 20:30 | Sidney Museum and Archives, 2423 Beacon Ave, SIDNEY, BC, V8L 1X5, Canada
Feature Presentation: My Doukhobor Cousins (2002)
Thursday November 21, @ 7:00pm -8:30pm

In the Displacing Differences display, the Sidney Museum has explored the history of the penitentiary on Piers Island which in the 1930s was the site of incarceration of several hundred Sons of Freedom Doukhobors. My Doukhobor Cousins is a documentary that looks at one family’s history who were affected by harsh government policies.

Tot Tuesday at the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea
2024-11-19 10:30 - 11:15 | Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea, 9811 Seaport Place, Sidney, BC, V8L4X3, Canada
This weeks theme at the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea is: Baleen Bonanza!
Tot Tuesdays is a parent accompanied event suitable for ages 3 – 5 to learn and participate in ocean themed crafts.
November 19th @ 10:30am- 11:15am

Nikolay Khozyainov Concert
2024-11-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Nikolay Khozyainov “Beethoven Monument” recital (piano)
Nikolay Khozyainov first ever recital “Chopin, Liszt, Beethoven” on Vancouver Island at the Mary Winspear Centre.
Khozyainov performs regularly with the world’s leading orchestras, such as the London Philharmonic Orchestra, Tokyo Symphony Orchestra, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra, Czech National Symphony Orchestra, The Yomiuri Nippon Symphony Orchestra, RTE National Symphony Orchestra of Ireland among many others.
Show time: Monday, November 18 at 7:30pm

Pro-D Day $2 Skate at Panorama Recreation Centre
2024-11-18 13:00 - 14:20 | Panorama Recreation Centre, 1885 Forest Park Drive, North Saanich, BC, V8L 4A3, Canada
Join us for a fun-filled Pro-D Day! Bring your family and friends for skating fun, music, games and prizes. Helmets available free of charge for skating.
Panorama Recreation Centre Arena A
November 18, @ 1pm- 2:20pm

Pro-D Day $2 Swim at Panorama Recreation Centre
2024-11-18 12:00 - 15:00 | Panorama Recreation Centre, 1885 Forest Park Drive, North Saanich, BC, V8L 4A3, Canada
Join us for a fun-filled Pro-D Day! Bring your family and friends for swimming, music, games and prizes.
Where: Panorama Recreation Pool
When: November 18, @ 12pm -3pm

Jersey Skate
2024-11-17 12:40 - 13:40 | Panorama Recreation Centre, 1885 Forest Park Drive, North Saanich, BC, V8L 4A3, Canada
All ages welcome for a jersey-themed skate extravaganza! Skates are available for rent. Helmets available free of charge, skating aids can be used upon request.
Panorama Recreation Arena A
November 17, @ 12:40pm- 1:40pm

The Barra Macneils An East Coast Christmas Concert
2024-11-16 14:00 - 17:00 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
The Barra MacNeils: An East Coast Christmas
A universal favourite, Barra MacNeils’ East Coast Christmas is a treat for all ages and walks of life. The five siblings are known for their brilliant instrumentals, ringing harmonies and delightful flair for storytelling. Their unique seasonal show is crafted each year to bring a special Celtic spin on traditional favourites and original east coast treasures with songs, stories and dance. Nothing says Christmas like this heartwarming family concert!
When: Saturday, November 16 @ 2pm & 7pm

SHOAL Centre Craft Fair
2024-11-16 10:00 - 14:00 | SHOAL Centre, 10030 Resthaven Drive, Sidney, V8L 3G4
Mark your calendar for the SHOAL Centre Craft Fair! There will be homemade gifts, Christmas crafts, wood crafts, ceramics, homemade jewelry, kids toys, houseplants plus much more. Hots drink and snacks will be available for purchase as well. Come take a walk about to see all that SHOAL Centre has to offer!

San Pen Hospital Auxiliary Christmas Bazaar and Craft Fair
2024-11-16 09:00 - 14:00 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Come support the Saanich Peninsula Hospital Christmas Bazaar and Craft Fair!
Check out handmade crafts, sewing, Chrismas baking, jams, jellies, collectibles, anitiqe linens and lace, hidden treasures, books, a gourmet basket draw and so much more!
Enjoy the convience of free parking at the Mary Winspear Centre, admission by donation!

Diverse Threads Art Show
2024-11-15 - 2024-11-21 | ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park, 9565 Fifth Street, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada
We are a group of women with diverse artistic interests who come together to share our joy of creating. Fabric art brought us together originally and curiosity has kept us open to exploring many forms of expression. Fabric art brought us together originally and curiosity has kept us open to exploring many forms of expression. We are coming back this year with new works to show and to make available as gifts for yourself and for others.
Featuring Artists:

Laura Manning
Laine Canivet
Georgia Andrews
Jan Wiebe
Louise Quinby
Maya Brouwer
Diane Guglielmi
Marny Stevenson
Thea Wapola

Jill Barber Concert
2024-11-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Jill Barber is a three-time Juno Award nominated singer-songwriter with an unforgettable voice once heard, never forgotten.
Her critically acclaimed repertoire spans a transformative spectrum from folk, to vocal jazz, to pop, and includes songs in both French and English
Her 2018 album Metaphora, which featured the #1 hit song ‘Girl’s Gotta Do,” and her breakthrough jazz album Chances was certified Gold for 40,000 copies sold in Canada. Jill’s work has earned her awards, such as the Sirius XM Jazz Artist of the Year and the East Coast Music Award for Album of the Year.
When: Thursday, November 14 @ 7:30pm

Author Reading at Small Gods Brewing
2024-11-14 18:30 - 19:30 | Small Gods Brewing Co., 9835 third st, sidney, v8l 3a7, Canada
Join us for a compelling literary event with three notable Canadian authors as they present from new works!
Thursday, November 14 @ 6:30pm.
Meet the Authors:
Rayanne Haines: Author “What Kind of Daughter?”
Arleen Pare: Author “Absence of Wings”
Ali Blythe: Author “Stedfast”

Billy Joel and Elton John Tribute Concert
2024-11-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Taking on the role of ELTON JOHN is singer, songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist Mick Dalla-Vee. The BTO lead singer and bassist, guitarist and keyboard player has also become a very busy studio producer, musician, arranger and vocalist.
Artfully mastering the music of BILLY JOEL is lifelong entertainment professional Michael Sicoly. He began with a passion for music before being bitten by the acting bug.
When: Wednesday, November 13 @ 7pm
Where: Mary Winspear Centre

Learn to Draw Workshop at the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea
2024-11-13 13:30 - 15:30 | Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea, 9811 Seaport Place, Sidney, BC, V8L4X3, Canada
Learn to draw with Anne Stewart, one of the artists featured in our current exhibit Drawing Connections: 40 Years of Art and Hope for the Salish Sea.
In this workshop, you will move through the galleries, explore marine exhibits and learn to draw shapes & values, motion & repetition, textures & patterns, and line directions & feelings.
$30.00 per person. Minimum age 17 years old.
Admission and all supplies included. 10% off for members.
Must register by November 11.
Time to explore the aquarium included.
Anne Stewart is an artist and marine educator with a deep understanding of local species.
November 13th @ 1:30pm- 3:30pm

Steve Patterson Comedy Show
2024-11-12 19:30 - 21:00 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Canadian comedy veteran Steve Patterson is… PatterDad!
“Not all dad jokes are bad jokes”
Many Canadians recognize the name Steve Patterson. He’s been a crowd favourite since his first Just for Laughs Gala appearance back in 2004 and as host of the long-running hit show The Debaters on CBC since 2007. Come join this iconic Canadian comedian on a 90-minute fun ride that will warm your heart, rekindle memories, and maybe most importantly, will get you out of the house and laughing with strangers.
Ages 12+
When: Tuesday, November 12 @ 7:30pm
Where: Mary Winspear Centre

Tot Tuesdays at the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea
2024-11-12 10:30 - 23:30 | Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea, 9811 Seaport Place, Sidney, BC, V8L4X3, Canada
This weeks theme at the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea is Feathered Neighbours!
Tot Tuesdays is a parent accompanied event suitable for ages 3 – 5 to learn and participate in ocean themed crafts.

Remembrance Day
2024-11-11 10:30 - 12:00 | Sidney Town Hall, 2440 Sidney Ave, Sidney, V8L 1Y7
On November 11, the traditional Remembrance Day Parade will proceed at 10:30 am from the Mary Winspear Centre, along Beacon Avenue and Second Street, to the Cenotaph on Sidney Avenue. The Service of Remembrance for the Fallen will commence at 10:50 am. A Fly Past is planned during the two-minute silence at 11:00 am.
Veterans that wish to participate in the parade should muster at the Mary Winspear Centre at 10:00 am on November 11, or join the Parade at the Cenotaph.
The ceremony will be live-streamed at www.radiosidney.ca starting at 10:30 am.
Please note, temporary street closures will occur on Beacon and Second between 10:15 am and 10:45 am, and on Sidney, Third, Fourth, and Mount Baker between 10 am and 12 pm. For more information call 250-656-2428 or visit www.peninsulalegion.ca.

Remembrance Day Concert
2024-11-10 15:00 - 16:00 | St. Andrew’s Hall, 9691 Fourth Street, Sidney, BC, Canada
Canadian College of Performing Arts
Remembrance Day Concert
Sunday, November 10 @ 3 pm
Admission by donation

St. Andrew’s is at 9691 Fourth Street, Sidney
More information: 250-656-5322
Web: standrewssidney.ca

"Women and the War Effort" Concert
2024-11-10 14:00 - 16:30 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
The Sidney Concert Band presents “Women and the War Effort” honouring Canadian women and their many contributions during time of war… followed by “Meet the Musicians” a feature for all the sections of the band to showcase their talents!
This afternoon of memorable music, will feature: Singers, Bagpipes, an authentic Last Post and the 676 Air Cadet Colour Guard. An event not to be missed, purchase your tickets today.
When: Sunday, November 10th @ 2pm
Where: Mary Winspear Centre

Dream in Gold Spirit Gala
2024-11-09 17:30 - 20:30 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Hosted by the Saanich Peninsula Hospital & Healthcare Foundation!
Please join us for a special celebratory evening where we’ll invite you to ‘Dream in Gold’ as we recognize the golden anniversary of 50 years of the Saanich Peninsula Hospital, transforming the Bodine Hall into a vision of gold and white.
All funds raised will support our current campaign for a complete renovation of the Saanich Peninsula Hospital’s Acute Care Unit.
When: November 9th, doors open at 5:30pm
Purchase tickets or for more information visit: sphf.ca/spirit-gala-2024

Hawksley Workman Concert
2024-11-08 19:30 - 21:30 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Hawksley Workman is a JUNO Award-winning and Gold Record certified singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Since his ground-breaking self-produced indie debut For Him and The Girls (1999) through to chart-topping singles of 2020, Hawksley has careened between major label international smash hits to Canadiana soaked indie releases. Boasting a catalogue of 17 solo records, Hawksley’s genre defying style strings together folk, chart pop and irrepressible cabaret. His show-stopping vocals on songs about weather, love, heartbreak and tales of end-times have garnered him a league of devoted fans.
When: Friday, November 8 @ 7:30pm
Where: Mary Winspear Centre

Movie Night at the Sidney Museum
2024-11-08 19:00 - 20:30 | Sidney Museum and Archives, 2423 Beacon Ave, SIDNEY, BC, V8L 1X5, Canada
Feature Presentation: Island of Shadows: D’Arcy Island Leper Colony, 1891-1924 (2000)
Friday, November 8 @ 7pm- 8:30pm

In the late 19th-early 20th century, D’Arcy Island was where the federal government sent people affected with leprosy for containment. The harsh conditions of this quarantine station was where 49 primarily Asian men suffering from the diseases lived. Island of Shadows: D’Arcy Island Leper Colony, 1891-1924 is a documentary that examines the factors contributing to its creation and to the inhumane treatment those that were forced to live there.

Sharing Creative Time and Space Art Show
2024-11-08 - 2024-11-14 | ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park, 9565 Fifth Street, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada
At a chance meeting in a class, this group became friends who now inspire and support each other in their artistic creations. We hope you enjoy the variety and abundance of talent offered here.
Featuring Artists:

Sharron MacBride
Lynn Caliste
Gillian Bennett
Nancy Davis

Good Lovelies Concert
2024-11-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
The rich complexity of life is the emotional focus of the much-anticipated new album from one of Canada’s most accomplished and harmonious trios – Good Lovelies.
Good Lovelies – ‘We will Never Be The Same’ album launch
This new album that they are showcasing is both a return to a more elemental, acoustic-based musical platform reaching back to the early days of the Good Lovelies, as well as an immersive emotional experience crafted by three seasoned songwriters who bring their own real-life stories in all their dynamism and messy complexity to the fore.
When: Tuesday, November 5th @ 7pm
Where: Mary Winspear Centre

Don Amero Concert
2024-11-04 08:00 - 17:00 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Don Amero
Cross Canada Tour Part One
Monday, November 4 – 7:30 PM
Get ready for an unforgettable night with Don Amero on his Cross Canada Tour! This is more than just a concert—it’s a singer-songwriter experience designed to bring people from all walks of life together. Don’s heartfelt stories and soul-stirring songs will fill the room with life and love, encouraging and inspiring everyone who attends.
Join us for an evening where music becomes a beacon of light, inviting you to connect, reflect, and feel the powerful flow of love and inspiration. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a magical night that promises to uplift and unite. Grab your tickets now and be part of an extraordinary journey with Don Amero!

Edie DaPonte Concert
2024-11-03 14:00 - 17:00 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Don’t forget this information for the musical tribute event:
Title: We’ll Meet Again
Performer: Edie Daponte
Date and Time: Sunday, November 3 at 2:00 pm
Description: Join Edie DaPonte for a special tribute show where she will take the audience back to World War 2 with the timeless songs of Vera Lynn, Edith Piaf, Marlene Dietrich, and more. These voices provided comfort and hope to the forces and civilians of that time. Edie will pay homage to their classic songs with captivating renditions, accompanied by celebrated musicians Attila Fias on piano, Joey Smith on bass, Aaron Watson on guitar/accordion, and Damian Graham on drums. The show promises a captivating afternoon of music and storytelling through carefully chosen songs.
Edie is recognized for her dynamic performances, featuring a wide range and repertoire that spans various musical genres, decades, and languages. She is equally comfortable performing in intimate lounge settings and outdoor festival stages. In the music scene of Vancouver Island and Western Canada, Edie has established herself as a dynamic and engaging performer who always brings an element of surprise to every show.

Jeremy Ledbetter Trio Concert
2024-11-02 19:30 - 21:30 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
The Jeremy Ledbetter Trio pushes the boundaries of jazz and world music, providing an “undiluted display of rampaging energy and captivating musicianship”. This is a group very much at home tackling intricate lines and rhythms, drawing from jazz, rock, funk and varied Latin genres.
When: Saturday, November 2 @ 7:30pm
Where: Mary Winspear Centre

First Chance Christmas Craft Fair
2024-11-02 10:00 - 2024-11-03 16:00 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
First Chance is a distinctive Christmas Craft Shows featuring an array of works of over 80+ 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 favourite 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.
FIRST CHANCE CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW
Saturday, November 2 | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 3| 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m
Admission $5 | Children Under 12 Free (accompanied by an adult)
