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X-WR-CALNAME:Victoria · Sunday · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Voices of Earth\, Animism Literacy with Janet Marley DTSTART:20260908T163000Z DTEND:20260929T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T001023Z UID:10011236-1788859800-1790681400@creativelyunited.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:In this course we will engage with our birthright to communica te with the Voices of Earth. Our human nervous systems developed in a cont ext of deep sensory communication with our more-than-human kin\, in cohere nce and embeddedness with the wild natural world we were part of. \nAlthou gh as modern humans we now have many barriers separating us from this conn ected context\, we all have the capacity to develop attunement to the lang uage of Gaia through our 5 senses as well as our felt senses and our innat e capacities for extended cognition through interpersonal neurobiology\, i nterspecies neurobiology\, and morphic field consciousness. \nIn these fou r sessions\, we will embark on a step-by-step journey of sensing and sense -making in order to …\nCLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T001023Z URL:https://creativelyunited.org/event/voices-of-earth-animism-literacy-wi th-janet-marley/2026-09-08/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_cam paign=victoria-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Creatively United Community X-SOURCE-URL:https://creativelyunited.org/pair-up-directory END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Women Of The Fur Trade DTSTART:20260909T023000Z DTEND:20261005T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260820T180932Z UID:10011520-1788895800-1791149400@creativelyunited.org CATEGORIES:theater DESCRIPTION:Directed by Kathleen MacLean\nSet in “eighteen hundred and s omething”\, three very different women with a preference for 21st-centur y slang sit in a fort on the banks of the Reddish River\, sharing their vi ews on life\, love\, and that hot nerd Louis Riel (“He is SO dreamy…th e total package!”)\nIn this lively historical satire of survival and cul tural inheritance\, playwright Frances Koncan shifts perspectives from the male gaze onto women’s power-in the past and present-through the lens o f the rapidly changing world of the Canadian fur trade.\nWHY WE CHOSE THIS PLAY\nWe are captivated by the way that Koncan’s irreverent and witty c omedy looks at Indigenous history through a modern feminist lens. Poking f un at the men who have stolen the limelight for far too many years\, Marie -Angelique\, Cecilia\, and Eugenia track the progress of-and interact with -Louis Riel and Thomas Scott. -Michael Shamata and Nigel Shawn Williams \n This production of Women of the Fur Trade is supported in part by a genero us gift from Diane Scott. \nURLs:\nTickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3784665-0 ?pid=10320\nFacebook: https://go.evvnt.com/3784665-2?pid=10320\nInstagram: https://go.evvnt.com/3784665-3?pid=10320\nYouTube: https://go.evvnt.com/3 784665-4?pid=10320 \nDate and Time: Tuesday\, 08 September 2026 at 19:30 – Sunday\, 04 October 2026 at 21:30 \nVenue details: Belfry Theatre\, 12 91 Gladstone Avenue\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8T 2Y5\, Canada \nCat egory: Arts | Performing Arts | Theatre \nPrice:\nPWYC-Recommended $20 to $60: CAD 50.00 \nArtists: Frances Koncan\, Danica Charlie\, Amanda Lisman\ , Jonathan Mason\, Aren Okemaysim\, Kelsey Kanatan Wavey\, Frances Koncan\ , Kathleen MacLean\, Denyse Karn\, Jeff Chief\, Leigh Ann Vardy\, Wayne Ke lso\, Katerina Sokyrko\, Kelsey Cain LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T180932Z LOCATION:Belfry Theatre\, 1291 Gladstone Avenue\, Victoria\, V8T 2Y5 URL:https://creativelyunited.org/event/women-of-the-fur-trade/?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:24th Vancouver Latin American Film Festival DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260910 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTSTAMP:20260916T001023Z UID:10011619-1788998400-1789948799@creativelyunited.org CATEGORIES:festival,film DESCRIPTION:VLAFF presents the 24th Vancouver Latin American Film Festiv al. The festival features over 70 films\, 11 days of cinema\, live music\, special guests\, and an incredible community. Drop by to celebrate bold v oices\, hear unforgettable stories\, and experience the best in cinema fro m Latin America and beyond. \nMore details about the 2026 festival lineup\ , music nights\, new directors’ competition\, shorts program\, and ticke ts can be found here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T001023Z URL:https://creativelyunited.org/event/24th-vancouver-latin-american-film- festival/?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:Wendy Duffield at ArtSea Gallery DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260925 DTSTAMP:20260914T062507Z UID:10001663-1789689600-1790294399@www.exploresidney.ca CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:ArtSea Community Arts Council invites residents and visitors t o experience the work of Wendy Duffield at ArtSea Gallery from September 1 8 to 24\, 2026. Open daily from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM\, this solo exhibition showcases Wendy’s distinctive mixed media artwork inspired by mementos\ , ephemera\, and found objects. Visitors can discover imaginative pieces t hat blend storytelling\, craftsmanship\, and artistic expression in a welc oming gallery setting. \nWhether you are an art enthusiast or simply looki ng for inspiration\, this exhibition offers an opportunity to experience t he work of an accomplished local artist whose creations celebrate history\ , memory\, and creativity. \nAbout Wendy Duffield\nWendy Duffield is a mix ed media artist who creates jewellery\, collage\, wearable books\, sculptu res\, and decorative objects. She draws inspiration from vintage papers\, found objects\, and everyday treasures. After earning a Bachelor of Fine A rts from the University of Alberta\, she studied jewellery making and silv ersmithing in Australia. Later\, she returned to Vancouver Island\, where she continues to create and teach art. \nHer work transforms ordinary mate rials into meaningful pieces. As a result\, each artwork tells a unique st ory. Visitors can also discover thoughtful details\, rich textures\, and i maginative compositions throughout the exhibition. \nExhibition Activities \nVisitors can explore Wendy Duffield’s collection of original mixed med ia artwork throughout the exhibition. In addition\, they can discover how found objects\, collage\, and handcrafted elements come together to create distinctive works of art. \nAfter visiting the gallery\, guests can enjoy Tulista Park or stroll along Sidney’s waterfront. They can also browse local shops or stop at one of Sidney’s cafés and restaurants. Therefore \, this exhibition is a wonderful addition to a day spent exploring Sidney ’s vibrant arts community. \nEvent Information\nDates: September 18 to 2 4\, 2026 \nHours: Daily\, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM \nLocation: ArtSea Gallery i n Tulista Park9565 Fifth StreetSidney\, BC \nArtist: Wendy Duffield \nAdmi ssion: Free \nFor more information about the exhibition and the featured a rtist\, visit the ArtSea Community Arts Council website. \nRelated Links\n ArtSea Community Arts Council:https://artsea.ca/ \nArtist Website:https:// www.wduffieldart.com/ \nEvents in Sidney:https://www.exploresidney.ca/even ts/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T062507Z LOCATION:ArtSea Gallery\, 9565 Fifth Street\, Sidney\, BC\, V8L 2W5\, Cana da URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/event/wendy-duffield-at-artsea-gallery/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=victoria-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Explore Sidney X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.exploresidney.ca/getting-around-sidney-bc 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:Ultimate Toy Fair DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260920T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T060930Z UID:10011523-1789808400-1789916400@creativelyunited.org CATEGORIES:family,market DESCRIPTION:Victoria’s Ultimate Hobby and Toy Fair\nSeptember 19 and 20\ , 2026\nPearkes Arena\n3100 Tillicum Road (By Tillicum Mall and Silver Cit y)\nIt’s time for the Ultimate Toy Fair!! Loads of vendors with items fo r sale including action figures\, vintage toys\, Pokemon\, models\, trains \, comics\, Barbie\, dolls\, bears\, LEGO\, video games\, Star Wars\, GI J oe\, Transformers\, vinyl records\, diecast cars\, Hot Wheels and more! Yo u never know what you might find! Perfect for families and collectors. \nS ATURDAY General Admission – 9AM to 4PM\nSUNDAY General Admission – 9AM to 3PM\nAdults $5 and Kids are FREE!\nEarly Bird entry for the serious co llector at 8am on Saturday for $15. \nFree door prize entry with admission . You could win stuff!\nSilent Auction for the MS Society and BC Children ’s Hospital.\nDress up in costume and get an extra door prize entry!\nPl ease visit our website for more show information and feel free to contact us if you need any further details. \nHome \n \nURL:\nWebsite: https://go. evvnt.com/3786717-0?pid=10320 \nDate and Time: Saturday\, 19 September 202 6 at 09:00 – Sunday\, 20 September 2026 at 15:00 \nVenue details: G.R. P earkes Recreation Centre\, 3100 Tillicum Road\, Victoria\, British Columbi a\, V9A 2B7\, Canada \nCategory: Community | Fairs \nPrice:\nGeneral Admis sion: CAD 5.00 LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T060930Z LOCATION:G.R. Pearkes Recreation Centre\, 3100 Tillicum Road\, Victoria\, V9A 2B7 URL:https://creativelyunited.org/event/ultimate-toy-fair-2/?utm_source=cal discovery&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:Anarchist Book Fair DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260921T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T001023Z UID:10011647-1789815600-1789923600@creativelyunited.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Details: https://victoriaanarchistbookfair.ca/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T001023Z URL:https://creativelyunited.org/event/anarchist-book-fair/?utm_source=cal discovery&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:Sunday Ride To Sidney DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T061009Z UID:10011613-1789891200-1789898400@creativelyunited.org CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, September 20\, join us for a relaxed morning ride from the Cordova Bay area to Sidney\, following the beautiful Lochside Tra il and finishing at our Celebration Station at Tulista Park. \nIt’ll be a fun\, family-friendly way to enjoy the trail\, ride together\, and finis h the morning celebrating with us in Sidney. \nSave your spot early while we put the finishing touches on the ride! We’ll send the final route\, m eeting point and all the details: https://actionnetwork.org/events/ride-to -sidney LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T061009Z LOCATION:Matticks Farm\, 5325 Cordova Bay Rd\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada URL:https://creativelyunited.org/event/sunday-ride-to-sidney/?utm_source=c aldiscovery&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:REPRISE - Lens Based Art at the Gage Gallery DTSTART:20260920T180000Z DTEND:20260921T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260907T003046Z UID:10052187-1789902000-1789923600@events.downtownvictoria.ca CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Reprise reunites three Victoria lens-based artists.  After th eir successful collaboration last fall at the Gage in Light Reigns\, Shado ws Rule\, the trio is expanding in new directions.  Clare is pursuing str eet photography and mixed media\; Anne is continuing to explore the inters ection between photography\, photomontage and multimedia\; Ron is delving into more antique processes such as pinhole cameras. \nThe artists are sup porting the work of Rainbow Haven in this exhibition.  https://www.rainbo whaven.org/ \nReception: Saturday September 19\, 3-5pm \nChat with one of the Artists: \nClare: 11am-2pm on Tuesday September 15\, Friday September 25 & October 2 \nAnne: 11am-2pm on Wednesday September 16\, 23 & 30 \nRon: 11am-1pm on Wednesday September 16\, 11am-2pm Friday September 25 & Octob er 2 \nShow & Tell: Anne McCarthy and Ron Charles will demonstrate their d igital\, mixed & historical processes in the Reprise Show on Sept 26 from 12 to 3pm. Location: upstairs in the Gage Second Story. \nAs always\, gall ery admission\, the reception and artist chats are free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T003046Z LOCATION:Gage Gallery\, 19 Bastion Square\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W1J1\, Canada URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/reprise-lens-based-art-at-the -gage-gallery/2026-09-20/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campa ign=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:Backyard Mushroom Cultivation DTSTART:20260920T200000Z DTEND:20260920T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T182701Z UID:7916-1789909200-1789916400@lifecyclesproject.ca CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Learn how to set up a perennial mushroom bed in your own backy ard and enjoy edible mushrooms for years to come!\n\n\nWorkshop Descriptio n\n The main mushroom species discussed in this workshop will be Pleurotus ostreatus. Commonly called oyster mushrooms\, this species is a fabulous type of fungi found naturally in temperate and subtropical forests around the world (often found growing wild on trees in these parts). Not only are these mushrooms beautiful\, but they are also a culinary delicacy and hav e been found to have many environmental benefits. \n \nThe workshop will r un for 2 hours\, in 4 parts that includes: \n\nTheoretical learning about general mushroom cultivation and the mushrooms we will see that day\,\nMai ntenance of established mushroom beds\, \nPreparation and inoculation of m ushroom logs at the Welland Orchard\,\nAnd creation of a small Blue Oyster mushroom buckets to take home.\n\n \nThe goal of this workshop is to lear n about basic mushroom cultivation\, both in perennial garden spaces and i n buckets\, and make you confident in growing your own mushrooms at home. The participants will get to inoculate mushroom logs and each of the parti cipant will get the chance to prepare their own Blue Oyster mushroom bucke t to take home to start off their mushroom growing adventure! These mushro om buckets are suitable for indoor or outdoor growing. \nBe sure to come d ressed for the elements as this workshop will be held outdoors. \n \nGetti ng here\nAs there is limited parking available at the orchard\, please bik e\, walk\, bus or carpool if possible. We are located right on the gallopi ng goose\, and you are welcome to bring bikes into the orchard to lock the m up safely. \nIf you are driving\, there are 8 parking spots located at t he end of stancil lane\, 1 of which will be reserved as accessible for the duration of the workshop. Please be mindful of our neighbours and do not park in the large driveway on the south side of the street. Additional par king can be found along the street on High St and Eaton Ave. \n \nAbout th e Instructor\nHi\, I’m Lily\, a microbiologist and environmental scienti st. In my day-to-day life\, I like to collect hobbies and projects about s elf-sufficiency\, environmental remediation and microbiology -including bu t not limited to growing mushrooms. This mushroom workshop is officially u nder the umbrella of my new project “Nature Finds a Way” a non-profit that focusses on self-sufficiency and nature learning\, more information o n that soon! \n \nHow to Register for this Event\nThis workshop is in pers on only. Please dress appropriately for all types of weather\, as the work shop will be hosted outside in the orchard. \nThis workshop is available o n a sliding scale basis. Please pay in alignment with your financial privi lege to help us continue to offer tickets in this way. \nLifeCycles Projec t Society is always working to learn more about\, and breakdown\, barriers that may exist in accessing our programming. We understand providing slid ing scale tickets is by no means an exhaustive look at systems of oppressi on that exist for people. We welcome your ideas and feedback as we work to continue learning. \nPlease contact us if you are no longer able to atten d but hold a ticket so we can make your space available to someone else an d work to process your refund. \nYou can also register for the event by ca lling our office at 250 383-5800 or via email by contacting welland@lifecy clesproject.ca \n \nAccessibility\nAccess from the parking area off Stanci l Lane is through a latching unlocked gate. There is a gravel/dirt path sl oping downward from the gate that leads to a wide flat grassy area with pi cnic table seating. If you are coming from the Galloping Goose entrance\, which also has a latching unlocked gate\, you will find a gravel/dirt path that slopes upward to the wide flat seating area. The steepness of the pa th varies throughout the Orchard and is steepest at the top of the Orchard closer to the Stancil Lane entrance\, and at the bottom between the Gallo ping Goose trail and the Orchard entrance. The pathway from the Galloping Goose to the entrance to the Orchard has several sharp turns. \nThe Orchar d has a single-stall gender-neutral composting toilet facility on site wit h ramp access and transfer bars which will be open during the workshop. Th e composting toilet is located below the flat area and toward the Gallopin g Goose entrance. Hand sanitizer is available inside the toilet. \nThe wor kshop will be held outside rain or shine\, please dress appropriately for the weather. The seating provided is picnic benches. Please feel free to b ring a cushion or your own folding chair\, a limited number of cushions ar e available at the orchard. \nThere is access to potable water on site. Pl ease bring your own water bottle. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T182701Z LOCATION:Welland Legacy Park & Community Orchard\, 1215 Stancil Lane\, Vic toria\, BC\, V8Z 1R6\, Canada URL:https://lifecyclesproject.ca/event/backyard-mushroom-cultivation-2/?ut m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=victoria-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:LifeCycles Project – Victoria\, BC X-SOURCE-URL:https://lifecyclesproject.ca/volunteer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Summit for Peace and Social Justice DTSTART:20260920T200000Z DTEND:20260920T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T061009Z UID:10011658-1789909200-1789916400@creativelyunited.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The Victoria Coalition of Peace and Social Justice is a group of concerned citizens concerned over the growing number of global wars and genocides\, Canada’s complicity in some of these conflicts and the incr easing military spending at the expense of health care\, education\, criti cal social problems and climate change. \n​In recognition of the Interna tional Day of Peace we are hosting the Summit for Peace and Social Justice on the lawns of the BC Legislature on September 20\, from 1 – 3 pm LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T061009Z LOCATION:BC Legislature Lawn\, 501 Belleville Street\, Victoria\, V8V 2H2 URL:https://creativelyunited.org/event/summit-for-peace-and-social-justice /?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:Splish Splash\, They Were Taking a Bath DTSTART:20260920T210000Z DTEND:20260920T223000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T061009Z UID:10011635-1789912800-1789918200@creativelyunited.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:From the 1850s to the early 1900s\, 25 different bathing facil ities in Victoria allowed users to satisfy their personal hygiene needs\, cure their ailments\, and enjoy recreation. One could find hot\, warm\, an d cold-water baths\, seawater\, steam\, aromatic\, sulphur\, medicated\, n eedle\, friction\, floating\, Turkish\, and electric baths. Meet the barbe rs\, hoteliers\, physicians\, instructors\, promoters\, businessmen\, and charlatans who presided over this watery world. OCS member Tim Fitzthum wi ll present this new tour. No towels required! LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T061009Z LOCATION:Ross Bay Cemetery Main Gate\, Fairfield Road\, Victoria\, Canada URL:https://creativelyunited.org/event/splish-splash-they-were-taking-a-ba th/?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:Aretha – A Tribute DTSTART:20260920T213000Z DTEND:20260920T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061221Z UID:15857-1789914600-1789921800@victoriasymphony.ca CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:R-E-S-P-E-C-T! The “Queen of Soul\,” Aretha Franklin\, is celebrated in a powerhouse concert of her greatest hits\, from Respect and Think to A Natural Woman\, Chain of Fools\, and Amazing Grace. Broadway s tar Capathia Jenkins and three-time GRAMMY®-nominee Ryan Shaw bring soari ng vocals and electric energy to the stage\, backed by Sean O’Loughlin a nd the musicians of the VS. More than a concert\, it’s a heartwarming\, soul-stirring tribute to one of music’s most legendary voices. \n\nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO \nConcert duration: Approx. 110 minutes including one 20 min ute intermission. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061221Z LOCATION:Royal Theatre\, 805 Broughton St URL:https://victoriasymphony.ca/concerts/aretha-a-tribute-2/?utm_source=ca ldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=victoria-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Victoria Symphony X-SOURCE-URL:https://victoriasymphony.ca/concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Self-Inquiry Meeting (KECC) DTSTART:20260920T220000Z DTEND:20260921T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260827T060421Z UID:4442@krishnamurti-canada.ca CATEGORIES:community,wellness DESCRIPTION:Self-Inquiry Meeting (@KECC)\nWeekly on Sundays\, 3 – 5 pm P T\nAt the Krishnamurti Educational Centre of Canada\n538 Swanwick Road\, V ictoria BC (Metchosin)\n \nIf you are deeply interested in self-explorati on for transformative insight\, inner peace and wellbeing\, you are welcom e to join our  dialogue meetings\, guided by experienced facilitators pas sionate about self-inquiry and a shift in consciousness.\n \n\nOur Facili tator:\n\nI have long been fascinated by the questions “What am I?” an d its companion “Why am I here?” In the dialogues and writings of J. K rishnamurti I have found a traveling companion\, someone to walk alongside me and guide my exploration into the “extraordinary phenomena of human existence.”\n\nAsking questions\, deeply listening\, finding out for mys elf\, all the while refining my understanding based on my experiences has been a defining feature of my approach to living. Whether I am facilitatin g a class or self-inquiry meditation retreat\, leading a wilderness kayaki ng trip off Canada’s west coast\, or working co-creatively with my garde n I am passionate about showing up as fully as I can in the moment to what is. For me\, this is an ongoing act of awareness\, presence\, blessing an d partnership.\n\nI have a Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology and Statistics and worked professionally as a research methodologist and senior statisti cian in the public service. Later\, I served as the executive director in a community mental health organization providing support to unhoused\, vul nerable\, and high risk individuals.\n\n \n\n\n\nAs resource we will be u sing  The Book of Life\, a collection of daily meditations by J. Krishna murti. It is available at cost for $20.\n\n\n\nThe Book of Life e-book is also freely available here and looking it over for questions to further ex plore in our meetings is recommended.\n\nMeetings are held on a donation b asis.  Your donation can be made here .\n\nMeetings will be held outdoors under the Centre’s beautiful oak trees\, if the weather permits\, or ot herwise indoors.\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\nPLEASE NOTE: There are natural hazards on this rural\, ocean-front property\, including steep cliffs and uneven terrain\, so caution and mindfulness are advised\, Visitors are required t o sign a liability waiver before walking on the Centre grounds!\n\n \nOne -time registration for this series is requested!\n \n\n \n\n \n\n[gravi tyform id="258" title="true" description="true"] LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T060421Z LOCATION:Krishnamurti Educational Centre of Canada\, 538 Swanwick Road\, V ictoria\, BC\, Canada URL:https://krishnamurti-canada.ca/events/self-inquiry-meeting-kecc-2026-0 9-20/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=victoria-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Events in BC X-SOURCE-URL:https://krishnamurti-canada.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday Afternoon Jam DTSTART:20260920T220000Z DTEND:20260921T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121121Z UID:10001632-1789916400-1789930800@loftpubvictoria.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Join us every Sunday for an afternoon of great music\, connect ion and encouragement.  Whether you are a music appreciator or musician y ourself\, you are invited to take in the immense talent this jam attracts.   With host Rainshadow Al.  3-7PM. \nIf participating\, show up and sign up with Al.  Bring your own instrument/mic. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121121Z LOCATION:The Loft Pub\, 229 Gorge Rd E\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada URL:https://loftpubvictoria.com/event/sunday-afternoon-jam/2026-09-20/?utm _source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=victoria-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:The Loft Pub Victoria X-SOURCE-URL:https://loftpubvictoria.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Let's Talk Live: Sunday Afternoon Conversation and Connection DTSTART:20260920T220000Z DTEND:20260921T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260907T003046Z UID:10050950-1789916400-1789923600@events.downtownvictoria.ca CATEGORIES:community,free DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 3-5pm at Heslaa Tea Room\, 636 Johnson st\, have meaningful conversations and create genuine connections\, free of cha rge. Drop-in\, 19+ welcome.  \nSunday was made for this. \nNo brunch plan s? No agenda? Good. Come sit with us. \nEvery Sunday from 3PM–5PM at Hes laa Tea\, one of Victoria’s most beautiful\, calming spaces\, we’re ho lding room for something a little slower. A little softer. A little more h uman. \nFully self-guided with table talkers\, carefully chosen conversati on prompt cards sitting at your table before you even walk through the doo r. No host\, no schedule\, no pressure to perform. Just a gentle starting point\, and then the conversation becomes completely your own. \nCome alon e or bring someone. You’ll be paired one-on-one or in a small group (max 4) with people you wouldn’t have stumbled into on a regular Sunday afte rnoon. \nPicture this: \n-The smell of loose leaf tea and a table all to y ourself \n– A conversation that actually makes you think \n– Connectio n that doesn’t feel forced or rushed \n– The slowest\, most restorativ e part of your whole week \n– Self-guided table talkers — show up\, si t down\, start talking \n– Heslaa Tea — 636 Johnson St\, Victoria BC \ n– 100% free \n– 19+ welcome \n– Drop in anytime between 3PM–5PM \ n– Stay for one cup or close the place down \nIf you’ve been looking f or things to do in Victoria on a Sunday\, a way to meet people in Victoria BC without it feeling like a networking event\, or simply a reason to lea ve the house and feel something — this is your sign. \nThe best conversa tions you’ve ever had probably started with a warm drink and a stranger.   \nSee you Sunday LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T003046Z LOCATION:Heslaa\, 636 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W 1 M6\, Canada URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/lets-talk-live-sunday-afterno on-conversation-and-connection/2026-09-20/?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:Play Pool and Optional Dinner - Note Time Change DTSTART:20260920T223000Z DTEND:20260921T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T002931Z UID:event_316185094@meetup.com CATEGORIES:gaming DESCRIPTION:Rack ‘Em - Billiards and More\n**Time has changed to 3:30-5: 30 pm for pool. Come find us. We play on Table 12 and others nearby as nee ded. Play pool for 2 hours followed by optional dinner somewhere chosen by players. Pool table fees are about $10-12 per person.** LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T002931Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/rack-em/events/316185094/?utm_source=caldiscove ry&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=victoria-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Rack ‘Em - Billiards and More END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Annual Fundraising Dinner and Auction DTSTART:20260921T003000Z DTEND:20260921T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T180257Z UID:2309-1789925400-1789938000@victoriachinatownmuseum.com CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:The Victoria Chinatown Museum Society invites you to the save the date for our biggest annual fundraising dinner. \nWhat: Dinner\, live auction and more!\nWhere: Golden City Restaurant\, 721 Fisgard Street\nWhe n: September 20\, 2026 5:30 p.m\nCost: Single ticket $180\, table of 10 $1 \,500 \nGet tickets here LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T180257Z LOCATION:Golden City Restaurant\, 721 Fisgard Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 1R8\, Canada URL:https://victoriachinatownmuseum.com/event/annual-fundraising-dinner-an d-auction/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=victoria-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Victoria Chinatown Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://victoriachinatownmuseum.com/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Square Dance Lessons Colwood DTSTART:20260921T020000Z DTEND:20260921T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T022108Z UID:event_316068599@meetup.com CATEGORIES:dance DESCRIPTION:Victoria Square and Round Dancing\nCome take a free square dan ce lesson. No experience necessary. No partner required. Meeting new peopl e and have fun!! LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T022108Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/victoria-square-and-round-dancing/events/316068 599/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=victoria-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Victoria Square and Round Dancing END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Square Dance Lessons Saanich DTSTART:20260921T020000Z DTEND:20260921T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T022108Z UID:event_316068643@meetup.com CATEGORIES:dance DESCRIPTION:Victoria Square and Round Dancing\nCome take a free square dan ce lesson. No experience necessary. No partner required. Meeting new peopl e and have fun!! LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T022108Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/victoria-square-and-round-dancing/events/316068 643/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=victoria-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Victoria Square and Round Dancing END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR