Spring and Summer Markets, Events & Craft Fairs May 20
SCATTERED ARTISTS 2017 STUDIO TOUR May 20 - 21, 11 - 4 daily Join the artists in their studios and gardens surrounding Cedar Hill area and beyond. Pottery, jewellery, paintings, photography, drawings and more. See the map with locations on www.GoBC.ca under BC Arts and Culture.
May 28 27th Anniversary Victoria Model Railway Show 2017 Sunday, May 28, 10am-4pm Curling Rink at Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre, 1767 Island Highway, Colwood. Free Parking. BC Transit Bus #50 Operating model Railroad, Commercial and Individual sales and displays. Admission: adults $7, family $15, Children free with adult 250-595-4070
July 1
ANWG Weavers’ Conference and Marketplace July 1 & 2 at the University of Victoria Pre-Conference Workshops June 28 to 30 Registration is now open for classes in weaving, spinning, basketry, dyeing, knitting, and other fibre arts. Our Keynote Speaker is Charllotte Kwon of Maiwa. There will be a Fashion Show of handmade garments and accessories. Tickets for the Keynote Speaker and Fashion Show go on sale April 1st for $45 each. In addition, there will be Displays of fibre art and a Market Hall with over 30 vendors from Canada and the USA. Admission is open to the public and free of charge. Market Hall hours are Friday noon-8pm, Saturday and Sunday 9am-5pm. For more information visit www.anwgconference2017.com
July 22
June 24 Art at the Vineyard Saturday June 24 11 am - 4 pm Enjoy some time with family and friends Sale of ‘previously loved’ art Tea Room, Bake Sale, Artisans and Plant Sale Kids play area, explore the grounds Fundraiser for the Prospect Lake District Community Association Admission $2, under 12 free 5271 Old West Saanich Road
Sooke Car Show and Swap & Shop 100s of cars at the Scenic Sooke River Campground “Home of All Sooke Days” 2259 Phillips Rd. Sunday, July 23, 2017 (10 - 3pm) Sooke River Campground, Food, door prizes, car parts and more . 16 categories to win our “Made in Sooke Trophies” plus Peoples Choice Category, your opportunity to choose. To enter your car or become a vendor please go to our website to register www.sookefallfair.ca Proceeds to benefit Sooke Fall Fair
September 9 Sooke Fall Fair presents Something’s Fishy at the Sooke Fall Fair Celebrate Canada 150 Animals, food, games, pie eating, chicken bingo. Introducing Sookiemon, Auction & Entertainment Saturday, September 9th (11 - 6pm) Sunday, September 10th (10 - 5pm) Sooke Community Hall and Upper Legion Hall Sheilds & Eustace Rds. www.sookefallfair.ca
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If you missed getting your event into this edition of Discover there is still time to book your ad for our Island Events & Activities Guide!
ATTENTION
6th Annual Island Mavins Handmade and Vintage Market
June 3 18th Annual Potters Guild Sale Saturday, June 3rd, 2017 join local potters from the Vancouver Island Potters Guild at their annual pottery sale at the Fairfield Community Centre beside the Moss St Market, 10am to 3pm. FREE admission. The over 25 potters participating range from emerging artists to established potters. One location - wide range of styles - choose the perfect piece for yourself or a friend. For more information contact Nancy Fraser, nancyfraser@gmail.com
July 23
Markets, Events & Craft Fairs Organizers!
Saturday, July 22nd 2017 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and Sunday, July 23rd 2017 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
On April 29, 2017 the Times Colonist will publish SPRING & SUMMER MARKETS, EVENTS & CRAFT FAIR LISTINGS within the Island Events & Activities Guide
Admission: $3.00 per person/$5.00 for both days (children under 12 get in free) Location: 2734 Island View Rd. Saanichton, B.C. (free parking on site)
Spring & Summer Guide
Featuring over 40 vendors all bringing an array of fabulous items such as antiques, refurbished furniture, vintage/upcycled home decor, handmade jewellery, vintage linens, handmade soaps and lotions, handmade paper goods, and so much more!
Island Events & Activities Guide Listings will appear in the April 29th Edition PLUS in TC Classifieds the 1st day of your market, event or craft fair.
St. Mark’s Fair The Qualicum Beach Community Fair July 22, 8:30am - 3:00pm. Downtown Qualicum Beach Veterans Way and Memorial Avenue With 140+ vendors from the Island and Mainland, food, entertainment and children’s activities it is one of the biggest fairs on Vancouver Island! Come and celebrate our 45th year.
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LISTINGS WILL BE PUBLISHED IN ORDER OF DATE OF EVENT!
Deadline April 13th, 2017 (All listings require prepayment)
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250-386-2121to place your ad or
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