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A community celebration brings residents together It is my pleasure on behalf of Saanich Council to invite you to participate in our annual Saanich Summer Sunfest. This community celebration brings residents together at various locations throughout our municipality in the spirit of entertainment, recreation and a sense of community. Congratulations to staff and volunteers for all their dedication in organizing these special events for our enjoyment. Please come and join the fun in another great Sunfest celebration.

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The excitement begins Monday, July 1st with the 15th Annual Gorge Canada Day Picnic. The picnic runs 8:30 am to 4:00 pm along the Gorge Waterway. Returning to the picnic will be the pancake breakfast, family parade, entertainment, kid’s activities, canoe rides, buskers, Strawberry Tea, market and more. With construction of the new Craigflower Bridge scheduled to start in July the Gorge on Art event will be incorporated into the Canada Day event on Monday, July 1st. Gorge on Art features a wide range of local artists displaying artwork along the beautiful Gorge Waterway. For 47 years, Strawberry Festival has been a summer highlight for many. This year it runs 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at Beaver Lake Park on Sunday, July 7th. Don’t miss the pony rides, arts & crafts, interactive sports and games, as well as; information displays, live entertainment, pie eating contest, and a model boat display. Don’t forget to indulge in a little summer sweetness with the traditional serving of strawberries and ice cream at 2:00 pm for the unbeatable price of $0.50.

Fun Sun Fact: Sunlight stimulates the pineal gland deep in the brain. This gland regulates our sleep/ wake cycles and triggers our bodies to activity or restful sleep.

Quickly becoming a “MUST” for Sunfest participants is one of the newest additions to Sunfest - the Cadboro Bay Festival. Running Sunday, August 11th 11:00 am to 3:00 pm this festival features: giant sand sculptures, hands on activities, arts and crafts, bouncy castles, pirate school and treasure hunt, information displays, together with food and fun for the entire family.

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Other Sunfest events include: Gordon Head Recreation Centre/Lambrick Park Skate Jam, Quadra Cedar Hill Association’s Fun in the Park; Fun Day in the Park fundraiser for the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation; The Arts and Music in the Gardens; Walk with Volkssport and many more great events!

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Another summer favourite is the Music in the Park series featuring a variety of evening concerts played at local parks. The concerts run Tuesdays in July and August from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. With a range of musical styles sure to suit all ages, settle in, bring your picnic dinner, or purchase available food and enjoy the shows. All parks have a children’s playground and some events include other children’s activities as well as local information, displays and produce.

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Saanich Summer Sunfest Since its inception in 1991, Sunfest has grown in both size and popularity. Sunfest features a variety of events for all ages presented by a number of community organizations throughout July and August. Following is a complete listing of all Sunfest events or visit the new Saanich Sunfest website at

www.saanichsunfest.ca

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Saturday, June 22

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SUMMER SOLSTICE PARTY AT UPTOWN

One of the amazing things sunlight provides for us is Vitamin D. It usually only requires about thirty minutes of sunlight a day to acquire a minimum dose. Vitamin D is important for the creation and maintenance of bones, the use of calcium in the body and among many other important functions.

Celebrate the Summer Solstice and renew you! Receive a mini massage from Eccotique Salon & Spas. Speak with a health expert from Shoppers Drug Mart, try some natural teas from David’s Tea, and join in a free yoga session. UPTOWN PLAZA – BLANSHARD LEVEL Saturday, June 22 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

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Start your day with a pancake breakfast with the kiddies and enjoy some Canada Day themed crafts, tattoos, Canadian giveaways, balloons, and treats. Decorate your own Canadian flag and enjoy some musical entertainment in the plaza. UPTOWN PLAZA Saturday, June 29 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Free

Monday, July 1 GORGE ON ART

This year’s event is offered as part of the Gorge Canada Day Picnic. Gorge on Art is a free community event, featuring professional and emerging artists displaying their work along the scenic Gorge Waterway. Visitors have an opportunity to see paintings, prints, photographs, ceramics, watercolours, pastels, carvings and textiles, and to meet and discuss the artists’ work. Ongoing musical entertainment, as well as food and refreshments. GORGE WATERWAY PARK Monday, July 1 9:30 am – 4:00 pm Free

Saturday, June 29

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10th annual community celebration featuring collector and vintage cars, a marketplace of local vendors, children’s entertainment, Saanich Fire and Police displays, DJ music, raffle and great food. Fun for all ages! Event Information: http://www.cbasn.com or 250 658-5836 ST. DAVID BY THE SEA ANGLICAN CHURCH (5182 CORDOVA BAY ROAD) Saturday, June 22 11:00 am – 4:00 pm Free

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The students at the Pacific Design academy invite you to join them at their annual year end fashion show. Enjoy unique one of a kind designs by the students in a fun and exciting show. Your ticket gains you entrance to the show, a beverage and appy, as well as a goody bag! Ticket proceeds benefit the BC Cancer Foundation. Tickets are on sale now at Guest Services Uptown. UPTOWN Saturday, June 22 8:00 pm

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Celebrate Canada Day along the Gorge Waterway with a pancake breakfast, family parade, stage entertainment, classic cars, kids’ activities, canoe rides, buskers corner, street hockey, Strawberry Tea, Canada Day market, & more. Event information: www.gorgetillicum.ca GORGE WATERWAY PARK & KOSAPSOM PARK Monday, July 1 8:30 am – 4:00 pm Free

Tuesday, July 2 MUSIC IN THE PARK

featuring Cynthia Davis and The Sugar Blues Band Be sure to highlight Tuesday evenings on your calendar for another exciting season of Music In The Park in Saanich, hosted by Saanich Parks & Recreation and the Saanich Legacy Foundation. Every Tuesday evening enjoy music, face painting and crafts for kids in your local park. Bring a picnic dinner or purchase refreshments. The Music in the Park series is in its eighth year and is now eagerly anticipated by local residents. It is coordinated by Saanich in partnership with the local Community Association or partner which makes each concert unique in the activities which are offered. Event information: 250 475-5408 GOWARD HOUSE Tuesday, July 2 6:00 – 8:00 pm Free

Thursday, July 4 SUNFEST ON ICE

Enjoy a “Cool” skate and an ice cream. Skate rentals are FREE. Please bring a non-perishable food item for the Saanich Neighborhood Place food cupboard. PEARKES RECREATION CENTRE Thursday, July 4 3:15 – 4:35 pm $3.00

Saturday, July 6 MAD HATTER TEA PARTY

Join David’s Tea Uptown for a Mad Hatter Tea party! Sample the latest flavours from the summer tea collection including mango fruit punch and pink passion-fruit. While sampling, enjoy musical entertainment, have your photo taken in the Mad Hatter Photo Booth plus let the kids make their own “Mad Hat”. Dress up in your best hat or costume in order to win prizes from David’s Tea! UPTOWN PLAZA Saturday, July 6 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Free

Sunday, July 7

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STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL

The annual Saanich Strawberry Festival celebrates 47 successful years of community involvement and support. The event originated as a celebration of the agricultural roots of Saanich and has blossomed into a grand festival for all ages. Activities will include a wide variety of information displays, face painting, pony rides, arts & craft stations, a pie eating contest, bouncy castles and much more. Bring a blanket and enjoy a day at the beach while a variety of performers entertain on the main stage. The afternoon would not be complete without the traditional serving of strawberries and ice cream at 2:00 pm for only 50 cents. Event information: 250 475-5558. BEAVER LAKE PARK Sunday, July 7 11:00 am – 3:00 pm Free

GARDEN CITY WANDERERS VOLKSSPORT CLUB

Join us for a 5km and 10km walk followed by a picnic. Registration starts at 9:30 am. Walk starts at 10:00 am. Event information: 250 721-3065 or www.gardencitywanderers.ca BEAVER LAKE PICNIC AREA AND BEACH Sunday, July 7 9:30 am – 1:00 pm Free

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featuring “Voyager” Be sure to highlight Tuesday evenings on your calendar for another exciting season of Music In The Park in Saanich, hosted by Saanich Parks & Recreation and the Saanich Legacy Foundation. Every Tuesday evening enjoy music, face painting and crafts for kids in your local park. Bring a picnic dinner or purchase refreshments. The Music in the Park series is in its eighth year and is now eagerly anticipated by local residents. It is coordinated by Saanich in partnership with the local Community Association or partner which makes each concert unique in the activities which are offered. Event information: 250 475-5408 MAJESTIC PARK Tuesday, July 9 6:00 – 8:00 pm Free

Saturday, July 13 FASHION SWAP AT UPTOWN

Our second annual fashion swap happens Saturday, July 13th! Swap your old clothes for “new to you” name brand clothing. Plus shop our retailers who will stay open and offer exclusive deals just for ticket holders. Enjoy a silent auction, cocktails, tapas, mini makeovers, and shopping on the Boulevard. A great event for a great cause benefitting the BC Cancer Foundation. UPTOWN Saturday, July 13 6:00 pm Free

Tuesday, July 16 MUSIC IN THE PARK

featuring “Shaky Ground” Be sure to highlight Tuesday evenings on your calendar for another exciting season of Music In The Park in Saanich, hosted by Saanich Parks & Recreation and the Saanich Legacy Foundation. Every Tuesday evening enjoy music, face painting and crafts for kids in your local park. Bring a picnic dinner or purchase refreshments. The Music in the Park series is in its eighth year and is now eagerly anticipated by local residents. It is coordinated by Saanich in partnership with the local Community Association or partner which makes each concert unique in the activities which are offered. Event information: 250 475-5408 BRYDON PARK Tuesday, July 16 6:00 – 8:00 pm Free

Saturday, July 20

Enjoy unique pieces of art created by local artisans on display from July 20th to August 1st. The show will include paintings and sculptures and original pieces. Enjoy an open house with some kid’s art by Pintame, treats, and live music. Be sure to vote in the people’s choice and be entered to win a $150 gift card. Want to get involved with your art? Contact Carlene at cmmcdonald@morguard.com. UPTOWN Saturday, July 20 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Free

Fun Sun Fact:

There have been studies that show that depression occurs in people during the change of seasons. As winter approaches and the earth tilts away from the sun, the days become shorter. This means less sunlight is available for our use. Many people find themselves depressed at this time of year, and the cause has been linked to the lack of sunlight.

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SAANICH SUMMER SUNFEST

Skateboard competitions for all ages and levels. A day of fun, prizes and competition. Event information: 250 475-7111 LAMBRICK PARK SKATE PARK AT GORDON HEAD RECREATION CENTRE Saturday, July 20 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Free

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Tuesday, July 9

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Sunday, July 7, 2013 11:00am - 3:00pm at Beaver Lake Park Free Admission

Strawberry Festival celebrates 47 years of family fun and entertainment and will be bigger than ever with more activities and displays.

Strawberries & Ice Cream for only 50¢. Served from 2:00-3:00pm

TOWN PLAZA’S

Music In The Park

Be sure to highlight Tuesday evenings on your calendar for another exciting season of Music In The Park in Saanich, hosted by Saanich Parks & Recreation and the Saanich Legacy Foundation. Every Tuesday evening enjoy music, face painting and crafts for kids in your local park. Bring a picnic dinner or purchase refreshments. “Music In The Park” is in its eighth year in Saanich and is now eagerly anticipated by local residents. It is coordinated by Saanich in partnership with the local Community Association or partner which makes each concert unique in the activities which are offered. Some events offer additional activities such as displays, pocket markets or crafters. Generously sponsored by: Gordon Head Residents Association, Royal Oak Community Association, Residents Association of Strawberry Vale, Marigold and Glanford, Gorge Tillicum Neighbourhood Association, Goward House, North Quadra Land Use Protection Association, Rutledge Music In the Park Committee.

DATE

Rutledge Park Series Concerts – AUGUST 6, 13, 20 –

These three concerts are coordinated by the Rutledge Music In The Park committee.

LOCATION

BAND PERFORMING

Tuesday, July 2

Goward House

Cynthia Davis and The Sugar Blues Band

Tuesday, July 9

Majestic Park

Voyager

Tuesday, July 16

Brydon Park

Shaky Ground

Tuesday, July 23

Beckwith Park

The Sutcliffes

Tuesday, July 30

Rudd Park

Smokin’ Popes

Tuesday, August 6

Rutledge Park

Johnny Vallis

Tuesday, August 13

Rutledge Park

Rukus

Tuesday, August 20

Rutledge Park

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All concerts begin at 6:00pm and finish at 8:00pm.

August 24th 11am to 2pm Town Plaza children’s activities, anniversary cake, paper airplane contests, musical entertainment, prizing and much more

Scotia Bank • Royal Oak Rotary Club • Gordon Head Lions • CRD Parks

For more information call 250-475-5408 or for information on Rutledge Park series call 250-477-3673

www.saanichsunfest.ca

Saanich Recreation Centres - Summer Hours June 29 - August 2013

Cedar Hill Recreation Centre 3220 Cedar Hill Road, Victoria BC V8P 3Y3 Phone: 250-475-7121

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Gordon Head Recreation Centre 6:00am – 10:30pm 6:00am – 8:30pm 6:00am – 8:30pm 7:30am – 8:30pm 4100 Lambrick Way, Victoria BC V8N 5R3 Phone: 250-475-7100 June 17 - July 1: Closed; July 1: 8:00am – 3:30pm; August 5: Closed (Entire Facility); September 2: 8:00am – 6:00pm Pearkes Recreation Centre 6:00am – 10:00pm 6:00am – 10:00pm 7:00am - 6:00pm 7:00am - 6:00pm 3100 Tillicum Road, Victoria BC V9A 6T2 Phone: 250-475-5400 July 1 & August 5: Closed; June 29-July 5 Reception hours: Sat & Sun 7:00am-6:00pm M-F 8:00am-6:00pm August 3 & 4: 7:00am – 6:00pm Saanich Commonwealth Place Facility Hours 5:30am - 10:00pm 5:30am – 10:00pm 10:00am – 4:00pm 10:00am – 4:00pm 4636 Elk Lake Drive, Victoria BC V8Z 5M1 Phone: 250-475-7620 Saanich Commonwealth Place Weightroom *Weightroom opens at 8:00am on Saturday 5:30am - 10:00pm 5:30am - 10:00pm *8:00am – 4:00pm 10:00am – 4:00pm No showers available until 10:00am when rest of facility opens Regular Registration Desk & Pro-shop Hours: 8:30am – 6:30pm 8:30am – 6:30pm 10:00am – 4:00pm 10:00am – 4:00pm Statutory Holidays: July 1 and August 5: 10:00am – 4:00pm; September 2: Closed (Entire Facility) The reception desk and pro shop are closed on statutory holidays

July 1 & August 5: Closed

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G.R. Pearkes Recreation Centre

Gordon Head Recreation Centre

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Cadboro - Gyro Park 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Free Admission

Cedar Hill Recreation Centre

Phone: 250.475.5522 Email: parks@saanich.ca

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Sunday, July 7, 2013 11:00am - 3:00pm at Beaver Lake Park Free Admission

Strawberry Festival celebrates 47 years of family fun and entertainment and will be bigger than ever with more activities and displays.

Strawberries & Ice Cream for only 50¢. Served from 2:00-3:00pm

TOWN PLAZA’S

Music In The Park

DATE

Rutledge Park Series Concerts – AUGUST 6, 13, 20 –

These three concerts are coordinated by the Rutledge Music In The Park committee.

LOCATION

BAND PERFORMING

Tuesday, July 2

Goward House

Cynthia Davis and The Sugar Blues Band

Tuesday, July 9

Majestic Park

Voyager

Tuesday, July 16

Brydon Park

Shaky Ground

Tuesday, July 23

Beckwith Park

The Sutcliffes

Tuesday, July 30

Rudd Park

Smokin’ Popes

Tuesday, August 6

Rutledge Park

Johnny Vallis

Tuesday, August 13

Rutledge Park

Rukus

Tuesday, August 20

Rutledge Park

Younger Than Yesterday

st anniversary

party when where events include

All concerts begin at 6:00pm and finish at 8:00pm.

August 24th 11am to 2pm Town Plaza children’s activities, anniversary cake, paper airplane contests, musical entertainment, prizing and much more

Scotia Bank • Royal Oak Rotary Club • Gordon Head Lions • CRD Parks

For more information call 250-475-5408 or for information on Rutledge Park series call 250-477-3673

www.saanichsunfest.ca

Saanich Recreation Centres - Summer Hours June 29 - August 2013

Cedar Hill Recreation Centre 3220 Cedar Hill Road, Victoria BC V8P 3Y3 Phone: 250-475-7121

MONDAY - THURSDAY

FRIDAY

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SUNDAY

6:30am -8:00pm

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July 1 & August 5: Closed

SAANICH SUMMER SUNFEST

Saanich Commonwealth Place

G.R. Pearkes Recreation Centre

Gordon Head Recreation Centre

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Cadboro - Gyro Park 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Free Admission

Cedar Hill Recreation Centre

Phone: 250.475.5522 Email: parks@saanich.ca

Sunday, August 11, 2013

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Sunday, July 21 PLAYFAIR FUN IN THE PARK

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Quadra Cedar Hill Association presents a wonderful neighbourhood event filled with entertainment and activities for kids of all ages including face painting, sack races and a variety of educational displays. Activities start at noon. Refreshments and hot dogs by donation. Bring a lawn chair and/or blanket and an umbrella if it rains. Event information: 250 384-5190 or www.quadracedarhill.org PLAYFAIR PARK Sunday, July 21 12:00 – 3:00 pm Free

Tuesday, July 23 MUSIC IN THE PARK

featuring “The Sutcliffes” Be sure to highlight Tuesday evenings on your calendar for another exciting season of Music In The Park in Saanich, hosted by Saanich Parks & Recreation and the Saanich Legacy Foundation. Every Tuesday evening enjoy music, face painting and crafts for kids in your local park. Bring a picnic dinner or purchase refreshments. The Music in the Park series is in its eighth year and is now eagerly anticipated by local residents. It is coordinated by Saanich in partnership with the local Community Association or partner which makes each concert unique in the activities which are offered. Event information: 250 475-5408 BECKWITH PARK Tuesday, July 23 6:00 – 8:00 pm Free

Saturday, July 27 FUN DAY IN THE PARK FOR THE CCFC

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Join us for our fifth annual celebration! Fun Day in the Park is a fundraiser with all proceeds going towards the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of Canada towards the research of these diseases. Come to Gyro Park at Cadboro Bay Beach and enjoy some amazing free live entertainment. Joining us this year will be Spiral String Orchestra, Kaya Fraser, Paradise Street, and Coastal Giant. The kids will love this year’s Funtime Inflatables. Get in on our huge silent auction, bake sale, ice cream, hamburger and hot dog sales, raffles, face paint, and the forever remembered Noodle Box tent game. Take in a relaxing massage or reflexology treatment while soaking up the sun. Come hear what your future holds from one of our Taro Card readers. Island Farms Farmer Vicky and Daisy the cow will also be with us. There is a lot more too! Come kick back and have some fun with your family and friends on this summer, sunny afternoon. Event information: 250 721-1574 or www.fundayinthepark.ca CADBORO - GYRO PARK Saturday, July 27 11:00 am – 4:30 pm

JILLIAN HARRIS MEET AND GREET

It seemed to all start with a quick appearance on the Bachelor and then on the Bachelorette, but before all that, I wasn’t just a hot tub expert, I was a designer! With a love for restaurants, food, design, fashion, family & friends - I love to take on life with every little ounce of energy my 5’2” frame has! Post Bachelorette, I was blessed with some career opportunities, like landing a spot as a designer on Extreme Makeover, Home Edition. This sparked my creativity back up, and I realized how much I loved to design AND help others all at once. UPTOWN Saturday, July 27 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Free

Fun Sun Fact:

It takes the light of the sun eight minutes to reach us, and still it is only a fraction of the powerful heat generated by our star. Without the light of the sun, there would not be any life on earth. There would be no star to orbit and no heat to sustain us. In short, without the life giving light of the sun, we would be a species lost. In fact, we would not even exist.

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Tuesday, July 30 MUSIC IN THE PARK

featuring “Smokin’ Popes” Be sure to highlight Tuesday evenings on your calendar for another exciting season of Music In The Park in Saanich, hosted by Saanich Parks & Recreation and the Saanich Legacy Foundation. Every Tuesday evening enjoy music, face painting and crafts for kids in your local park. Bring a picnic dinner or purchase refreshments. The Music in the Park series is in its eighth year and is now eagerly anticipated by local residents. It is coordinated by Saanich in partnership with the local Community Association or partner which makes each concert unique in the activities which are offered. Event information: 250 475-5408 RUDD PARK Tuesday, July 30 6:00 – 8:00 pm Free

Tuesday, August 6 MUSIC IN THE PARK – RUTLEDGE PARK

Birdseed and Suet ON SALE July 2013!

• All Bird Seed 10% Off • Suet (buy 4 get the 5th free) Photo Credit by Stuart Clarke

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presented by the Quadra Cedar Hill Community Association The entertainer will be “Johnny Vallis.” He is known as the Man of Many Voices and his impersonations and music will feature Buddy Holly, Elvis and an array of great musical talents of the past. You are sure to be entertained. Rutledge Park is located at the corner of Inverness and Cloverdale Avenue. Some food for sale. Arts & Crafts, Face painting and children’s activities. Please bring a lawn chair or blanket. Donations gratefully accepted at the park. Event information: visit www.quadracedarhill.org or contact Margaret at 250 477-3673. RUTLEDGE PARK Tuesday, August 6 6:00 – 8:00 pm By Donation

Fun Sun Fact: Life on this planet would not be possible without the warmth that the sun provides. A combination of the radiant light of the sun creating direct warmth and the atmosphere retaining and distributing that heat allows plant and animal life to thrive on this planet.

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Saturday, August 10 BBQ COMPETITION AT UPTOWN

Enjoy some BBQ this summer in Town Plaza! Teams including local media, retailers and customers will be cooking up a storm in the Uptown Plaza. Sample some of their creations and talk to a local chef for some BBQ tips! Enter to win a new BBQ! Looking to put a team in? Contact cmmcdonald@morguard.com UPTOWN Saturday, August 10 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Free

ARTS & MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

The Horticultural Centre of the Pacific invites you to its renowned outdoor art show: the 19th annual Arts & Music in the Gardens. Visitors to this popular 2-day fundraising event stroll through these spectacular gardens where they can meet over 60 Island artists and listen to a variety of music by some of Victoria’s noteworthy musicians. Also view classic cars participating in the Auto Art Show, view unique Land Art displays and visit the new Bonsai Garden. Also this year: Emerging Artists Garden. Event information: hcp.ca; 250 479-6162 or gardeninfo@hcp.ca HORTICULTURAL CENTRE OF THE PACIFIC - 505 Quayle Road Saturday & Sunday, Aug 10 & 11 11:00 am - 5:00 pm $12 Adults; $9 Students/Seniors; Under 16 free

Sunday, August 11

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Help a neighbour enjoy the summer... VOLUNTEER... give the gift of your time and companionship. Call 250-595-8008

Celebrating 20 years of Neighbours helping Neighbours

today to find out how you can help by contributing time, talent or with a donation.

www.saanichvolunteers.org

The year-round Gardens at HCP exemplify the potential inherent in every season.

HORTICULTURE CENTRE OF THE PACIFIC

Connecting people with plants!

Open Year Round 505 Quayle Road (off Interurban Rd.)

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SAANICH SUMMER SUNFEST

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Enjoy an afternoon at the beach in the picturesque Gyro Park. The 7th annual Festival features a variety of hands-on activities, giant sand sculptures, bouncy castles, pirate school, information displays, children’s arts & craft activities, and food and fun for the entire family. Visit the Saanich Sunfest website to see pictures of past Sand Sculptures: www.saanichsunfest.ca CADBORO BAY - GYRO PARK Sunday, August 11 11:00 am – 3:00 pm Free

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CADBORO BAY FESTIVAL

Tuesday, August 13 MUSIC IN THE PARK – RUTLEDGE PARK

presented by the Quadra Cedar Hill Community Association Featuring “Rukus” This local band plays Rock ‘N’ Roll and has been entertaining for many years. So do come out and dance to the tunes of your favourite Rock ‘N’ Roll musicians. Rutledge Park is located at the corner of Inverness and Cloverdale Avenue. Some food for sale. Arts & Crafts, Face painting and children’s activities. Please bring a lawn chair or blanket. Donations gratefully accepted at the park. Event information: visit www.quadracedarhill.org or contact Margaret at 250 477-3673. RUTLEDGE PARK Tuesday, August 13 6:00 – 8:00 pm By Donation

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Saturday, August 17 STREET THEATRE PERFORMANCE

Enjoy a street theatre style performance by the Story Theatre Co! “FABLES, FOOLS AND FANTASY” will be the show performed in Town Plaza. A series of folktales and fables will be performed and the audience chooses which one they want to see and they also choose who plays what characters... some of them will incorporate audience into the show! Performances begin at 11:00 am and 1:00 pm with roaming entertainment in between! UPTOWN PLAZA Saturday, August 17 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Free

Tuesday, August 20 MUSIC IN THE PARK – RUTLEDGE PARK

presented by the Quadra Cedar Hill Community Association The band will be “Younger than Yesterday.” This band plays all your favourites from the 60’s including the Beatles. Come out and enjoy the ambience of the evening. Rutledge Park is located at the corner of Inverness and Cloverdale Avenue. Some food for sale. Arts & Crafts, Face painting and children’s activities. Please bring a lawn chair or blanket. Donations gratefully accepted at the park. Event information: visit www.quadracedarhill.org or contact Margaret at 250 477-3673. In the event of poor weather conditions the event may be cancelled and will not be re-scheduled. RUTLEDGE PARK Tuesday, August 20 6:00 – 8:00 pm By Donation

Saturday, August 24

SAANICH SUMMER SUNFEST

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UPTOWN TOWN PLAZA FIRST ANNIVERSARY!

You’re invited to celebrate The First Anniversary of Uptown’s Town Plaza with us! Bring the children and enjoy some paper airplane making and contests. Enter to win prizes, enjoy our anniversary cake, kid’s games, and other family fun activities. Discover the fun in Saanich. Find out more at www.saanichsunfest.ca UPTOWN PLAZA Saturday, August 24 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Free

Saturday, September 7 COLLECTOR CAR SHOW & SHINE

Local car clubs and collectors alike will be able to set up for a Show and Shine on the Blanshard Level at Uptown. Nostalgic entertainment and character performances will entertain the car enthusiasts during the afternoon. If you would like to put your car in the show please contact Carlene to reserve a space at cmmcdonald@morguard.com UPTOWN PLAZA Saturday, September 7 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Free

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Sunday, August 11th 11 am - 3 pm Note street closures 10 am - 4 pm Cadboro Bay Road (between Sinclair & Penrhyn); bus traffic will be rerouted.

– Sponsored by –

Cadboro Bay Business Improvement Association

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• Bambinos • Bliss – a Boutique Spa • Bristol Town Hair Fashions • Cadboro Bay Optometry Clinic • Cadboro Bay Peoples Compounding Pharmacy • Cadboro Bay Veterinary Clinic • CENTURY 21 Queenswood Realty Ltd. • Edward Jones Investments • For Good Measure • King Bao • Marlin Travel • Miss Daisy’s Pet Foods & Supplies • Olive Olio’s Pasta & Espresso Bar • Partings Hair Design • Pepper’s Foods • Psychologist Dr. Marcia McMillan • Queenswood Property Management • Smuggler’s Cove Liquor Store • Smuggler’s Cove Pub • Starbucks Coffee • Thai Lemongrass Restaurant • The Shieling Cards & Gifts • Village Service Automotive Repair

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Pepper’s is proud to sponsor the

Family Fun Day at the

CADBORO BAY FESTIVAL! Sunday August 11th 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Enjoy an afternoon at picturesque Cadboro-Gyro Park, as world renowned champions complete a giant sand sculpture. Hands on activities, bouncy castles, food and fun for the entire family.

Bring the whole family for a free fun-filled day at Cadboro Bay!

Choose Pepper’s for the best selection, best value and the best taste in town!

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