Events

Struggling with your eBooks? Need some help navigating a website? Need a few pointers on how to make your phone or tablet work for you? Drop in or make an appointment between 10:30 and 11:30 every Tuesday for one-on-one help from our information tech or librarian. Get help with your mobile device or laptop and […]

Share your *most amusing short story *funniest anecdote *punniest pun *rib tickling verse *or other humourous writing. Writers will have up to 5 minutes to share in a relaxed and informal environment. Sidney/North Saanich Library Writers Group member Colin Wood will moderate and try and keep a straight face. Bring books you’ve published for a […]

Fine Woodturning by Ray Sapergia and Original Paintings by Barb Springer-Sapergia. Their work is inspired by the beach environment in Cordova Bay where they live. Both are award winning artists…this show will be a feast for the eyes and the soul!

First & Last Chance are two 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, […]

Find unique gifts, produce, and meats at the Winter Market! Everything is all made, baked, or grown locally. While enjoying the market you can listen to festive music, and have some coffee and snacks. Date: November 5, 12, 19, & December 10 Time: 9:00am – 2:00pm

Join us for creation of a special seasonal craft. For children 3-8yrs with adult participation. Registration includes supplies for one, shared project. $20 per session.

Two times: 11:00AM & 1:00PM Local author, Mark Leiren-Young will be reading from his latest book Sharks Forever: The Mystery and History of the Planet’s Perfect Predator. Take a deep dive into the lives of sharks — their habitat, biology, habits and personalities. Learn about the biggest threats to their existence, from marine pollution to […]

A Celtic Christmas with Denis Donnelly & Friends Sunday, December 11 - 2:00pm Well-known musician, choir director, and Irish harper Denis Donnelly brings stage director Zelda Dean, as well as a group of his musical friends including Lanny Pollet on flute and a women’s vocal ensemble to re-create a celebration of Celtic Yuletide.

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. Every Sunday from October 30 - December 11 […]

Join us for fun and friendly competition! Scrabble mentor present Scrabble sets available Bring your own set if you have one All skill levels welcome!

Enjoy an incredible performance from the Sidney Concert Band. Entrance is by donation and all proceeds will be going to School District 63 Band Programs.