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X-WR-CALNAME:Victoria · community · Saturday · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Turtle Island Bioregional Congress DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260915 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260916T001023Z UID:10011458-1789430400-1789862399@creativelyunited.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Congress\n​ \n​ \nThe eleventh Turtle Islan d Bioregional Congress builds on five decades of bioregional organizing an d ten earlier continental congresses in North America (1984–2009). \nTh is 2026 gathering rekindles a tradition of learning in place\, celebrating our cultures\, and coordinating for long-term regeneration. What happens here will set the stage for place-based resilience in the years ahead. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T001023Z URL:https://creativelyunited.org/event/turtle-island-bioregional-congress/ 2026-09-15/1/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=victoria -bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Creatively United Community X-SOURCE-URL:https://creativelyunited.org/pair-up-directory END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall GoByBike Week DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260926 DTSTAMP:20260916T001023Z UID:10011612-1789776000-1790380799@creativelyunited.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars\, Fall GoByBike Week is coming September 1 9-25! \nWe’re changing things up a little: 7 days\, 7 Celebration Statio ns\, one every day. \nWe’re still putting the final touches on our exact locations\, but we can already tell you that we’ll be popping up around : \nVic West\, Sidney\, View Royal\, Oak Bay\, UVic\, Victoria and Saanich . \nAnd this time\, we’re starting early! Our Celebration Stations will be open throughout the morning\, giving you plenty of time to stop by on your way to work\, school\, or wherever your bike takes you. \nFull schedu le and locations coming soon! LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T001023Z URL:https://creativelyunited.org/event/fall-gobybike-week/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=victoria-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Creatively United Community X-SOURCE-URL:https://creativelyunited.org/pair-up-directory END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Victoria Hospice Shred-a-Thon DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T000938Z UID:10011195-1789808400-1789819200@creativelyunited.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 19 at 9:00 am – 12:00 pm\nClear out y our clutter for a cause! Bring your old confidential documents for safe sh redding by Record X Press Shredding and support end-of-life care in our co mmunity. \n\n\n\nJoin us on Saturday\, September 19\, from 9:00 AM to 12:0 0 PM at Reynolds Secondary School. \nShredding is by donation\, with a sug gested donation of $10 per box. We take cash and credit card. \nAll procee ds support Victoria Hospice through our partnership with the Royal Victori a Marathon. \nEvery donation will be matched by McCall Gardens up to $5000 ! LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T000938Z LOCATION:Reynolds Secondary School\, 3963 Borden St\, Victoria\, V8P 3H9 URL:https://creativelyunited.org/event/victoria-hospice-shred-a-thon/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=victoria-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Creatively United Community X-SOURCE-URL:https://creativelyunited.org/pair-up-directory END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Let's Talk Live: Saturday Morning Conversation and Connection DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T063107Z UID:10050689-1789812000-1789819200@events.downtownvictoria.ca CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Join us at Murchie’s Tea & Coffee every Saturday from 10AM –12PM for meaningful conversations\, genuine connections\, and a cozy at mosphere in the heart of downtown Victoria\, BC  \nNo pressure. No networ king. No awkward small talk. \nJust great coffee and real human connection \, the kind that’s getting harder to find. \nCompletely self-guided usin g our table talkers\, conversation prompt cards waiting at your table to h elp break the ice and get things flowing naturally. After that? The conver sation goes wherever it wants to. \nWhether you come solo or bring a frien d\, you’ll be paired one-on-one or in a small group (max 4) with people you may never have crossed paths with otherwise. \nThink: \n– Warm drink s & great coffee in Victoria \n– Fresh perspectives & new ideas \n– Au thentic\, in-person social connection \n– A slower\, more intentional Sa turday morning \n– Self-guided conversation starters — no host needed \n– Murchie’s Tea & Coffee — 1110 Government St\, Victoria BC \n– 100% free \n– 19+ welcome \n– Drop in anytime 10AM–12PM \n– Stay f or one chat or settle in for the morning \nIf you’ve been looking for so cial events in Victoria\, a way to meet new people in Victoria BC\, or jus t a reason to get off your phone and have a real conversation — this is it. \nOne simple conversation could completely make your week.  \nSee you Saturday LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T063107Z LOCATION:murchies tea and coffee\, 1110 government st\, Victoria\, Canada URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/lets-talk-live-saturday-morni ng-conversation-and-connection/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_med ium=ics&utm_campaign=victoria-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Downtown Victoria Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/i-land-fest-2026-van couver-islands-caribbean-carnival END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Repair Cafe North Saanich DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T001023Z UID:10005081-1789812000-1789822800@creativelyunited.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The Repair Café features “Fixers”\, local residents with a knack for repairing who are willing to lend their knowledge and show fel low citizens how to carry out repairs.  It’s a fun\, collaborative envi ronment and all are welcome.  You can bring along most household products . Typical products include\; items of clothing\, textiles\, lamps\, radios \, Hi-Fi equipment\, bicycles\, hedge trimmers\, electronics\, toasters\, food mixers\, coffee makers\, kettles\, chairs\, small tables\, typewriter s\, sewing machines\, toys\, power tools\, laptop computers\, clocks\, kni fe sharpening\, and jewelry to name but a few!  It’s best to check out the website the week before each monthly session to see what repair stati ons will be available.  \n  \nDeep Cove Elementary School at 10975 W Saa nich Rd in North Saanich. \nemail: repaircafenorthsaanich@gmail.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T001023Z URL:https://creativelyunited.org/event/repair-cafe-north-saanich/2026-09-1 9/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=victoria-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Creatively United Community X-SOURCE-URL:https://creativelyunited.org/pair-up-directory END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sustainability Fair & Repair Cafe DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T000947Z UID:10011595-1789812000-1789830000@creativelyunited.org CATEGORIES:community,education,family,market DESCRIPTION:The Vic West Community Association will be running a new Susta inability Fair this September. \nDiscover local vendors making an impact a t our green market\, join a hands-on compost workshop for kids\,  refresh your wardrobe at our free community clothing swap\, and bring your broken items to our repair cafe! You can take a walk around our community garden and orchard\, and meet the VWCA’s Food Security and Parks committee to learn how you can get involved in Vic West. \nThis event is perfect for fa milies\, and people looking to get involved making a difference in our com munity. Join us if you’re excited to connect and share in the many pract ical ways we can protect our planet\, while building community. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T000947Z LOCATION:Banfield Park\, 521 Craigflower Road\, Victoria\, V9A 2V8 URL:https://creativelyunited.org/event/sustainability-fair-repair-cafe/?ut m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=victoria-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Creatively United Community X-SOURCE-URL:https://creativelyunited.org/pair-up-directory END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Metchosin Fall Witches Market DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260920T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T000947Z UID:10011642-1789812000-1789920000@creativelyunited.org CATEGORIES:community,free,market DESCRIPTION:2026 METCHOSIN FALL WITCHES MARKET\, Saturday\, September 19 a nd Sunday\, September 20\, 2026 (10am to 4pm)\nMetchosin Community Hall\, 4401 William Head Road\, Metchosin\nFree Admission! Witchy Swag Bags For F irst 30 Guests Each Day! Ritual Stations and DIY Spell Jars!\nInfo: hillan dcircle@outlook.com \nFacebook: https://go.evvnt.com/3768215-0?pid=10320 \ nDate and Time: On Sat\, 19 Sep 2026 10:00 – Sun\, 20 Sep 2026 16:00 \nV enue Details: Metchosin Community Hall\, 4401 William Head Road\, Victoria \, British Columbia\, V9C 3Z3\, Canada \nCategory: Community | Local / Com munity LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T000947Z LOCATION:Metchosin Community Hall\, 4401 William Head Road\, Victoria\, BC \, V9C 3Z3 URL:https://creativelyunited.org/event/metchosin-fall-witches-market-2/?ut m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=victoria-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Creatively United Community X-SOURCE-URL:https://creativelyunited.org/pair-up-directory END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mary Winspear Centre 25th Anniversary Open House DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260919T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T062507Z UID:10001679-1789815600-1789833600@www.exploresidney.ca CATEGORIES:community,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Celebrate 25 years of community\, culture\, and connection at the Mary Winspear Centre 25th Anniversary Open House on Saturday\, Septemb er 19\, 2026. This free community celebration takes place from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM\, with doors opening at 10:30 AM. \nSince opening in 2001\, the M ary Winspear Centre has welcomed thousands of performances\, conferences\, celebrations\, and community events. This special anniversary event invit es everyone to look back on 25 years of memorable moments while enjoying l ive entertainment\, local organizations\, family activities\, food trucks\ , and much more. \nWhether you are a longtime supporter or visiting for th e first time\, this open house is a wonderful opportunity to experience on e of the Saanich Peninsula’s most important community gathering places. \nAbout the 25th Anniversary Open House\nFor a quarter century\, the Mary Winspear Centre has brought people together to celebrate\, learn\, connect \, and create lasting memories. Throughout the day\, visitors can explore historical displays that highlight the Centre’s evolution and the many e vents that have shaped its history. \nCommunity vendor displays will showc ase local organizations and service groups that help make the Saanich Peni nsula such a vibrant place to live. In addition\, visitors can enjoy famil y-friendly activities\, giveaways\, free cake\, Rotary Bingo\, and a welco ming community atmosphere. \nThe celebration also features a full day of l ive entertainment. Award-winning children’s entertainer Norman Foote ope ns the festivities\, followed by performances from the Seaside Folk Music Society and The Haven. Food trucks and a beer garden will also be availabl e throughout the day. \nEvent Highlights\nVisitors can enjoy: \n\nLive ent ertainment throughout the day\nCommunity vendor displays\nChildren’s act ivities\nRotary Bingo\nHistorical displays\nFood trucks\nBeer garden\nGive aways and prizes\nFree anniversary cake\n\nEntertainment Schedule\n11:00 A M – Norman Foote \n12:45 PM – Seaside Folk Music Society \n2:00 PM – The Haven \nEvent Information\nDate: Saturday\, September 19\, 2026 \nTim e: 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM \nDoors Open: 10:30 AM \nLocation: Mary Winspear Ce ntre2243 Beacon AvenueSidney\, BC \nAdmission: Free \nRelated Links\nMary Winspear Centre:https://marywinspear.ca/ \nEvents in Sidney:https://www.ex ploresidney.ca/events/ \nThings to Do in Sidney:https://www.exploresidney. ca/things-to-do/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T062507Z LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, 2243 Beacon Avenue\, Sidney\, BC\, V8L 1W9 \, Canada URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/mary-winspear-centre-25th-anniversa ry-open-house/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=victori a-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Explore Sidney X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/getting-around-sidney-bc END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR