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UID:15174-1699610400-1700150400@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Studio 30 Art Club
DESCRIPTION:Twenty five members of the Studio 30 art club\, painting in a variety of mediums\, will be exhibiting\nNovember 10-16 at the ArtSea Gallery\, 10 am to 4 pm daily. The Club exhibits at the ArtSea Gallery every\nNovember and the members save their very best work for the Show. \nConcurrently\, the Art Club has an exhibit at Bevan Bistro\, 2376 Bevan Avenue\, #104. The theme of the\nexhibit is ‘sets of 3’ that are similar in style\, subject\, colour and or size. \nThe Art Club was formed in 1981 in Victoria. Our name comes from the fact that the group originally was\nlimited to 30 artists. Today there are approximately 40 members working in watercolour\, acrylic\, oil\,\ncolour pencil\, ink\, pastel and mixed media. \nYou are invited to the OPENING RECEPTION at the ArtSea Gallery on Sunday\, November 12\, 1-3 PM.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/studio-30-art-club/
LOCATION:ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park\, 9565 Fifth Street\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="ArtSea Community Arts Council":MAILTO:artseagallery@artsea.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231110T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231110T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T171126Z
UID:14814-1699624800-1699632000@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Vintage Fashion Show & High Tea
DESCRIPTION:The past is being brought back to life\, in the form of a fashion\nshow! See and admire the evolution of women’s fashion dating\nfrom the 1860’s right up until the 1980’s. Talk about eras! For\nrefreshments\, we will be taking out our party best and putting\nout our eceletic tea party sets. You can look forward to finger\nsandwiches\, cream\, scones and jams amongst an endless supply of bottomless tea.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/vintage-fashion-show-high-tea/
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:20231110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231110T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231010T164624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T164624Z
UID:14725-1699642800-1699650000@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:An evening with Lorna Crozier and M.A.C. Farrant
DESCRIPTION:Lorna Crozier\, celebrated Canadian author and winner of multiple awards\, will read from her latest book After That\, a collection of soul-stirring poems that follow the death of a loved one. \nM.A.C. Farrant\, the celebrated humorist and fiction writer\, will read from her new book Jigsaw A Puzzle in Ninety three Pieces\, which explores themes of existence\, love\, joy\, science\, history\, aging\, roads\, and Buddhism. \nTickets for this event available at Tanner’s Books (cash only) or online: www.eventbrite.ca \nAll proceeds will support the 2025 Sidney Literary Festival.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/an-evening-with-lorna-crozier-and-m-a-c-farrant/
LOCATION:SHOAL Centre\, 10030 Resthaven Drive\, Sidney\, V8L 3G4
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sidney and Peninsula Literary Society":MAILTO:sidneyliteraryfestival@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231110T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231110T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231104T182931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231104T183253Z
UID:15026-1699644600-1699650000@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Club Night: "Homespun"
DESCRIPTION:Offering a blend of original and covered music that is influenced by folk\, bluegrass\, swing and blues\, Victoria-based Homespun is led by singer/songwriter Duncan Sutherland and features Bonnie Dennis and Candy Little (vocals)\, Winnie Cooper (flute)\, Jeffrey Freed (fiddle)\, Brad Hawkes (percussion) and John Cornes (bass). The evening is presented by Deep Cove Folk Music Society.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/club-night-homespun/
LOCATION:St. John’s United Church\, 10990 W Saanich Rd\, North Saanich\, BC\, V8L 5R9\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Deep Cove Folk":MAILTO:bdewolff@mac.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231110T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231113T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231110T235153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T235153Z
UID:15251-1699644600-1699903800@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Hyprove: Ft. Colin Mochrie & Asad Mecci
DESCRIPTION:Hyprov begins with an expert hypnotist welcoming 20 volunteers on stage to be hypnotized—a process that takes about 20 minutes. The most receptive “Hyprovisors” then join a world-class improviser and create an instant improv troupe and perform the rest of the show\, while fully under hypnosis. \nIn the hands of two experts\, and solely crafted from the Hyprovisors uninhibited\, unconscious minds\, each show is an entirely original and completely unforgettable theatrical experience. The show also has improvised music throughout. \nFriday November 10\, Saturday November 11\, Sunday November 12 – 7:30PM
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/hyprove-ft-colin-mochrie-asad-mecci/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231111T102500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231110T212434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T212434Z
UID:15219-1699698300-1699704000@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Remembrance Day Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Each year on November 11th\, the community of Sidney honours and pays tribute to our Veterans and Military personnel. \nOn November 11th\, the traditional Remembrance Day Parade will proceed at 10:25 a.m. 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 10:45 a.m. This will include laying of wreaths to honour the ultimate sacrifice of service personnel who did not return from war. A Fly Past is planned during the Two-Minute Silence at 11 a.m. \nTemporary street closures will occur on Beacon and Second between 10:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.\, and on Sidney\, Third\, Fourth and Mount Baker between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. See the parade route and planned road closures here. \nIf you are a Veteran and you wish to be in the Parade\, please muster at the Mary Winspear Centre at 10 a.m. on November 11\, or join the parade at the Cenotaph.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/remembrance-day-ceremony-2/
LOCATION:Beacon Avenue\, Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Town of Sidney":MAILTO:admin@sidney.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231111T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231110T235716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T235716Z
UID:15253-1699729200-1699729200@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:The Seaside Django Festival
DESCRIPTION:Invented by the great Django Reinhardt and first performed in the 1920’s by his Hot Club of France\, Roma-Swing is one of the fastest growing genres in roots music today. The Seaside Django Festival brings together some of the world’s top Roma-Swing performers for one hot night at The Mary Winspear Centre.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/the-seaside-django-festival/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231113T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231113T132000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231109T223619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T223619Z
UID:15187-1699876800-1699881600@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Everyone Welcome Skate
DESCRIPTION:Bring your family and friends and join us for a skate on Monday\, November 13th. Helmets available free of charge. Panorama Recreation Arena A
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/everyone-welcome-skate-2/
LOCATION:Panorama Recreation Centre\, 1885 Forest Park Drive\, North Saanich\, BC\, V8L 4A3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231113T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231113T133000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231108T200110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T200627Z
UID:15113-1699878600-1699882200@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/
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:20231114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231114T113000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231104T184231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231104T184400Z
UID:15029-1699956000-1699961400@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Fraud & Computer Hacking Prevention Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored b the Saanich Peninsula Community Response Network (SPCRN)\, and led by Sunny Lalli of Keating Computers this session offers important information about identifying and protecting yourself against cell phone and tablet fraud\, computer hacking and tech support scams. Register by calling 250-656-5537.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/fraud-computer-hacking-prevention-workshop/
LOCATION:SHOAL Centre\, 10030 Resthaven Drive\, Sidney\, V8L 3G4
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231114T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231114T113000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20230919T185233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T211821Z
UID:14574-1699957800-1699961400@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Tot Tuesdays - Crabs and Cousins
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\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 are subject to change
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/tot-tuesdays-crabs-and-cousins/
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:20231114T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231114T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231104T184910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231104T184910Z
UID:15033-1699970400-1699977600@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:The Socrates Cafe
DESCRIPTION:This is a new philosophy discussion group that offers an opportunity to explore a variety of topics and perspectives\, to learn\, to share thoughts and to meet new people!
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/the-socrates-cafe/
LOCATION:Beacon Brewing\, 9829 Third Street\,\, Sidney\, BC\, V8L 3A7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231114T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231114T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231108T201622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T201622Z
UID:15146-1699986600-1699990200@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/
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:20231114T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231110T213331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T213331Z
UID:15223-1699986600-1699992000@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Seaside Magazine Book Club - Everyone Knows Your Mother is a Witch
DESCRIPTION:The Seaside Magazine Book Club  is reading “Everyone Knows Your Mother is a Witch” by Rivka Galchen. \nNeed help requesting a copy? Email sidney@virl.bc.ca or phone 250-656-0944. \nThe next meeting will be in-person in the Horth Room (attached to the library 10091 Resthaven Dr.). New members always welcome! \nSubscribe to the email list to stay up-to-date with the latest Seaside Magazine Book Club information.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/seaside-magazine-book-club-everyone-knows-your-mother-is-a-witch/
LOCATION:Sidney/North Saanich Branch Library\, 10091 Resthaven Drive\, Sidney\, V8L 3G3
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240101
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231108T195638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T195638Z
UID:15111-1700006400-1704067199@www.exploresidney.ca
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;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231115T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231104T191540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231104T191540Z
UID:15039-1700060400-1700060400@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy
DESCRIPTION:Combining British propriety with an unabashed love for the unexpected\, London’s 3-time Impresario Award-winning duo steep an outrageously funny and brilliantly inventive show reminiscent of classic British pantos. \nRich in wordplay\, comic physicality\, and cleverly crafted interactive elements\, O Christmas Tea is uproarious fun\, yet it is the duo’s boundless imagination and endearing chemistry that provide the real magic and heart of this play. \nWhen catastrophe strikes at James and Jamesy’s Christmas tea party\, flooding the world with tea\, the duo conjure wildly funny solutions to stay afloat\, and sweep the audience out to sea in this jolly holiday escapade. \nTickets are available through the Mary Winspear event page www.marywinspear.ca/event/o-christmas-tea-british-comedy.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/o-christmas-tea-a-british-comedy-2/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231116T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231116T111500
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231110T213440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T213440Z
UID:15225-1700130600-1700133300@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-10/
LOCATION:Sidney/North Saanich Branch Library\, 10091 Resthaven Drive\, Sidney\, V8L 3G3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231116T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231116T180000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231108T200825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T200825Z
UID:15136-1700154000-1700157600@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-2/
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:20231116T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231116T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231108T202111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T202111Z
UID:15159-1700159400-1700163000@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-2/
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:20231117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231123T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231109T221756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T221804Z
UID:15176-1700215200-1700755200@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Divers Threads
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/divers-threads/
LOCATION:ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park\, 9565 Fifth Street\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="ArtSea Community Arts Council":MAILTO:artseagallery@artsea.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231117T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231117T113000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231110T210300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T210300Z
UID:15199-1700217000-1700220600@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Book Chat @VIRL
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a cup of coffee and a friendly informal book chat. This month is all about natural history and environmental reads. Our Director of Learning & Communications\, Tina Kelly\, will be the special guest.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/book-chat-virl/
LOCATION:Sidney/North Saanich Branch Library\, 10091 Resthaven Drive\, Sidney\, V8L 3G3
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea":MAILTO:info@salishseacentre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231117T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231117T113000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231110T213558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T213558Z
UID:15227-1700217000-1700220600@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Book Chat: Natural History/Environmental
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a cup of coffee on us and join our friendly informal book chat. This month is all about natural history and environmental reads. Local treasure\, Tina Kelly\, from the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea will be with us. \nTina Kelly is the Director of Learning & Communications at the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea and author of Going Green\, a bimonthly column in Seaside Magazine. She graduated from the University of Victoria and has worked as a marine research assistant and environmental educator in four countries — Canada\, U.S.\, Australia and New Zealand. Curiosity\, literacy\, sustainability and conservation guide her in life and work. \nNo registration required. Everyone welcome. \nThanks to our friends at Thrifty Foods for providing baked goods. \n*Please consider bringing your own mug to reduce waste.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/book-chat-natural-history-environmental/
LOCATION:Sidney/North Saanich Branch Library\, 10091 Resthaven Drive\, Sidney\, V8L 3G3
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240107
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
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:20231118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231118T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231021T181419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231104T164535Z
UID:14875-1700298000-1700316000@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:SPHA Christmas Bazaar & Craft Fair
DESCRIPTION:There will be handmade crafts\, sewing & knitting\, baking & Christmas Confectionery\, jams\, jellies\, collectibles\, antique linens and lace\, hidden treasures\, books\, Christmas crafts\, gourmet basket draw\, and much more! Great raffle prizes\, too! Lots of free parking! \nPlease support your local Saanich Peninsula Hospital Auxiliary! \nAdmission is by donation.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/spha-christmas-bazaar-craft-fair/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231006T163353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163353Z
UID:14705-1700298000-1700326800@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:You're Invited to Shimmer Beauty Bar's Open House Event!
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited to Shimmer Beauty Bar’s Open House Event! \nJoin us for a delightful day of pampering and more at our Open House: \n– Experience Mini Facials for a rejuvenating glow.\n– Enjoy exclusive one-day prices on IPL treatments and Spa Products.\n– Savor refreshments with Epicure.\n– Unleash your creativity by crafting your own Christmas card.\n– Sip on a cup of coffee or tea as you relax and mingle. \nLet us treat you to the ultimate beauty experience! Secure your personal time slot by booking an appointment now\, and you’ll receive a detailed Skin Analysis and a Mini Facial featuring Nelly De Vuyst® products. \nDrop-in appointments may also be available for your convenience. \nDiscover the excellence of Nelly De Vuyst\, a premium skincare brand known for its remarkable anti-aging and corrective skincare solutions. Don’t miss out on this fantastic event! \nDate: November 18th\, 2023\nTime: 9am – 5pm\nLocation: Shimmer Beauty Bar\nRSVP: 250.881.3787 \nWe can’t wait to pamper you!
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/youre-invited-to-shimmer-beauty-bars-open-house-event/
LOCATION:Shimmer Beauty Bar\, A-9774 3rd Street⁷\, Sidney\, V8L 3A4\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shimmer Beauty Bar":MAILTO:Info@shimmerbeautybar.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231118T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231031T171125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T171125Z
UID:14819-1700301600-1700316000@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:SHOAL Holiday Craft Fair
DESCRIPTION:SHOAL artisans\nwill be on full display for one day and one day only. This is your\nchance to get organized for holiday gifts. By gifts\, we mean\nincredibly unique\, one-of-a-kind\, original\, hand- crafted and\nbrilliant creations. Departments featured will include our crafters\,\nknitters\, ceramics and lapidary.\nAdditionally\, books and puzzles that have been donated to the\ncentre will be on sale. The profits raised from these purchases will\nbe recycled back into our SHOAL programs.\nChef Karen’s holiday shortbread and mince-tarts will be available\non this day along with a Coffee Cafe- at a small cost.\nSidney Single Seniors will also be on hand for their annual bake\nsale fund-raiser. You can look forward to home made goodies and treats available for\npurchase. All in a all a special day to come and enjoy at our centre.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/shoal-holiday-craft-fair/
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:20231118T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231118T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231104T165906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231104T165935Z
UID:15023-1700316000-1700316000@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Edie Daponte Trio
DESCRIPTION:Edie Daponte\, Joey Smith and Attila Fias are returning to St. Paul’s United Church! There is free on-site parking and the venue is wheelchair accessible. \nDoors open at 1:30 pm. Tickets are sold at St. Paul’s\, Tanner’s Books\, and Eventbrite. \nAdults: $25\nSeniors: $20
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/edie-daponte-trio/
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:20231118T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231118T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231108T195122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T195201Z
UID:15109-1700316000-1700323200@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Laundry Room Workshop: Soap Carving
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever noticed how bars of soap are easy to mold into shapes? Join artists Laura Feeleus and Lesley Turner as they demonstrate how to turn a regular old bar of soap into wonderful creations! \nEveryone Welcome! Children as young as tow are able to participate (no sharp objects). Admission by donation\, RSVP to outreach@sidneymuseum.ca by November 17
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/laundry-room-workshop-soap-carving/
LOCATION:Sidney Museum and Archives\, 2423 Beacon Ave\, SIDNEY\, BC\, V8L 1X5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Sidney Museum and Archives":MAILTO:info@sidneymuseum.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231119T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231119T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231021T182105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231104T164723Z
UID:14880-1700386200-1700409600@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Christmas Vintage Retro & Collectables Show
DESCRIPTION:What’s red and green and sparkles all over? The Christmas Vintage\, Retro & Collectible Show/Sale at the Mary Winspear Centre\, Beacon Avenue\, Sidney-by-the-Sea! \nWant to get your Christmas shopping started? Where else could you find 50-vendors under one roof selling unique vintage items? We have repurposing off to a fine art!\nThis major event is always a great mix of really great interesting people and things. \nSmall pieces of Mid Century modern furniture\, vintage jewelry \,coats and hats; magazines and other paper collectibles stamps: comic books and postcards. Toys: dolls\, teddies\, dinky cars\, meccano\, mechanical and wind-up. A range of tablewares: pyrex\, china\, earthware. Paintings\, and an amazing assortment of carefully used books. Textiles\, gold\, silver and precious gems. Vintage Christmas decorations. \nCome again or experience the show for the first time at the Mary Winspear Centre\, Sidney.\n9:30 am – 4 pm Entrance $5.\nEarlybirds: 8:30 am $20. (Cash door please) \nEmail: josiejones@shaw.ca\nWebsite: http://www:vintageretrocollectible.ca\nFB: vintageretrocollectible\nJosie: 250-220-1645 \nChildren (12 and under) free when accompanied by an adult.\nMary Winspear Centre is a proud wheelchair accessible venue.\nRefreshments available.
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/christmas-vintage-retro-collectables-show-sale/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231119T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T024825
CREATED:20231110T210712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T210712Z
UID:15201-1700398800-1700406000@www.exploresidney.ca
SUMMARY:Sea Shirt Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Create your own fish fashion! \nBe sure to bring along: \n\n\nA pillow case\, cloth bag or t-shirt (or purchase a t-shirt or bag\, $7.00. from the Centre) \n\n\n$2 for fabric paint \n\n\nYour creativity \n\n\nDetails: \n\n\nFish molds provided \n\n\nSuitable for all ages \n\n\nChildren must be accompanied by an adult \n\n\nNo registration required \n\n\nStandard admission rates apply; memberships and annual passes accepted
URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/sea-shirt-sunday-6/
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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