MUST SEE EVENTS JAN. 10 Music legend Valdy playing crowd favourites, new material and even a few surprises will entertain those both young and young at heart.
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JAN. 16-19 15th Victoria Whisky Festival held at The Hotel Grand Pacific DETAILS IN CALENDAR LISTING
JAN. 25-26 Monster Trucks - 10,000-pound, car-crushing giants compete in Racing and Freestyle Action! Freestyle Motorcross too
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EVENTS & ACTIVITIES Must See Events ....................... 2 Local Event Listings ................. 4 Victoria Costumes Closing Out Sale ......................12 Things to Do ............................ 25 Mt. Washington Ski Bus ........ 22
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All Month - Jan.17 - Feb 2 Dine Around Victoria : Dine Around is easily one of Victoria’s most anticipated culinary events. It offers locals and visitors alike the chance to indulge in some of the destination’s finest restaurants offerings by choosing from a $20, $30, $40 or $50 set menu. www.tourismvictoria.com All Month Mt.Washington Alpine Resort: As long as old man winter behaves the ski hill is open everyday at 9am . Courtenay BC www.mountwashington.ca 250-338-1386 JAN 1 WEDNESDAY Happy New Year: It’s a new year , anything is possible! Set a new goal, join a new group, read more, make a new friend, eat less chocolate, eat more chocolate. Happiness is Vancouver Island! Habitat for Humanity Victoria Gingerbread Showcase: Treat your family to a walk through the best tasting holiday event in Victoria! 12pm The Parkside Hotel & Spa, 810 Humboldt Street. 855-616-3557 Festival of Trees Victoria: Bring your family and friends and be immersed in the festive season as you tour a lush forest of one-of-a-kind decorated trees. 8am at The Bay Centre, 1150 Douglas Street. 250-952-5690 Third Annual Forest of Wishes: This is your chance to be among the first to hang your special wish on our trees and be a part of the spirit of giving. 8am at Chateau Victoria, 740 Burdett Ave. 250-382-4221
Langford Outdoor Ice Rink: The ice river connects the outdoor skate pond and the indoor ice rink. Enjoy both areas without ever taking your skates off. 8am at Westhills Arena, 1089 Langford Pkwy. 250-391-1738 Winspear Festival of Trees: With more than 15 beautiful and unique Christmas trees decorated by local businesses and community groups. 9:30am at Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Ave W. 250- 656-0275 Christmas in Old Town: Take in the sights and sounds of Christmas long ago. Visit the wood-cobbled streets lined with festive garlands. 10am at Royal BC Museum, 675 Belleville Street. 250-356-7226 New Year’s Day Levee: The Lieutenant Governor opens the doors to Government House for the annual New Year’s Day Levee. 10am at Government House, 1401 Rockland Ave. 250-387-2080 One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre, 470 Belleville Street. 250-940-3630 New Year’s Day Polar Bear Swim: Bring warm clothes and don’t forget your towels , always a fun and refreshing event. 11:30am at Whiffin Spit Park, Sooke New Year’s Day Polar Bear Swim Colwood: This newly created annual event will have prizes, including one for the first person in the water. registration fee. 11:30am at Esquimalt Lagoon Beach, Ocean Boulevard. Polar Bear Swim Sidney: Join fellow hardy islanders and enjoy an invigorating start to the new year with a polar bear swim. 12pm at Glass Beach, End of Beacon Avenue. Metchosin Polar Bear Swim: Metchosin Polar Bear Swim begins with a 6 km run and 3 km walk. Polar Bear Swim at 2pm. at Taylor Beach, 1052 Taylor Rd.
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A Viennese New Years: 2:30pm at The Farquhar at Uvic, University Centre Building, 3800 Finnerty Road. 250-721-8480 13th Annual Carol-Along With the Carillon: Gather under the Netherlands Centennial Carillon with your fellow singers, family, friends and pooches, 4:30pm at Royal BC Museum, 675 Belleville Street. 250-356-7226 JAN 2 THURSDAY Habitat for Humanity Victoria Gingerbread Showcase: Treat your family to a walk through the best tasting holiday event in Victoria 12pm The Parkside Hotel & Spa, 810 Humboldt Street. 855-616-3557 Festival of Trees Victoria: Bring your family and friends and be immersed in the festive season as you tour a lush forest of one-of-a-kind decorated trees. 8am at The Bay Centre, 1150 Douglas Street. 250-952-5690 Third Annual Forest of Wishes: This is your chance to be among the first to hang your special wish on our trees and be a part of the spirit of giving. 8am at Chateau Victoria, 740 Burdett Ave. 250-382-4221 Langford Outdoor Ice Rink: The ice river connects the outdoor skate pond and the indoor ice rink. Enjoy both areas without ever taking your skates off. 8am at Westhills Arena, 1089 Langford Pkwy. 250-391-1738 Winspear Festival of Trees: With more than 15 beautiful and unique Christmas trees decorated by local businesses and community groups. 9:30am Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Ave W. 250 656-0275 Christmas in Old Town: Take in the sights and sounds of Christmas long ago. Visit the wood-cobbled streets lined with festive garlands. 10am at Royal BC Museum, 675 Belleville Street. 250-356-7226 One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre, 470 Belleville Street. 250-940-3630 Canucks vs Chicago Blackhawks: Puck drops at 7pm. playing at Rogers Arena, Vancouver BC JAN 3 FRIDAY Habitat for Humanity Victoria Gingerbread Showcase: Treat your family to a walk through the best tasting holiday event in Victoria 12pm The Parkside Hotel & Spa, 810 Humboldt Street. 855-616-3557 Festival of Trees Victoria: Bring your family and friends and be immersed in the festive season as you tour a lush forest of one-of-a-kind decorated trees. 8am at The Bay Centre, 1150 Douglas Street. 250-952-5690
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JAN 3 continued Langford Outdoor Ice Rink: The ice river connects the outdoor skate pond and the indoor ice rink. Enjoy both areas without ever taking your skates off. 8am at Westhills Arena, 1089 Langford Pkwy. 250-391-1738 Winspear Festival of Trees: With more than 15 beautiful and unique Christmas trees decorated by local businesses and community groups. 9:30am Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Ave W. Sidney 250 656-0275 Christmas in Old Town: Take in the sights and sounds of Christmas long ago. Visit the wood-cobbled streets lined with festive garlands. 10am at Royal BC Museum, 675 Belleville Street. 250-356-7226 One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre, 470 Belleville Street. 250-940-3630
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whatsondigest.com | JANUARY 2020 Canucks vs New York Rangers: Puck drop 7pm. Playing at Rogers Arena, Vancouver , BC Bach and Buxtehude: A UVic graduate currently based in New York, Chloe Kim (violin) is joined by Martin Bonham (cello) and Michael Jarvis (harpichord) for trio sonatas by Buxtehude and violin sonatas by Bach. 8pm Christ Church Cathedral, 930 Burdett Ave, Victoria 250-383-2714 JAN 5 SUNDAY Habitat for Humanity Victoria Gingerbread Showcase: Treat your family to a walk through the best tasting holiday event in Victoria12pm The Parkside Hotel & Spa, 810 Humboldt Street. 855-616-3557 Festival of Trees Victoria: Bring your family and friends and be immersed in the festive season as you tour a lush forest of one-of-a-kind decorated trees. 8am at The Bay Centre, 1150 Douglas Street. 250-952-5690 Langford Outdoor Ice Rink: The ice river connects the outdoor skate pond and the indoor ice rink. Enjoy both areas without ever taking your skates off. 8am at Westhills Arena, 1089 Langford Pkwy. 250-391-1738 Winspear Festival of Trees: With more than 15 beautiful and unique Christmas trees decorated by local businesses and community groups. 9:30am Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Ave W. 250 656-0275 Christmas in Old Town: Take in the sights and sounds of Christmas long ago. Visit the wood-cobbled streets lined with festive garlands. 10am at Royal BC Museum, 675 Belleville Street. 250-356-7226 Victoria Scavenger Hunt: Essential Victoria: Twenty plus challenges. Two hours. One epic adventure. Your team will solve puzzles, complete challenges, and explore Victoria. 10am at Parliament Buildings, Menzies St. at Kingston (beside Legislative Buildings) One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre, 470 Belleville Street. 250-940-3630 Tree Chipping: Let the volunteers from the Community Youth Program help you dispose of your Christmas tree at their tree chipping event. 10am at Archie Browning Arena Parking Lot, 1151 Esquimalt Road. Sea Shirt Sunday: Create your own fish fashion using the Japanese art form of gyotaku (fishprinting) 1pm at Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea, 9811 Seaport Pl. 250-665-7511 A Potpourri of Song for the New Year: A selection of Art Songs chosen by the performers. 2:30pm at Wentworth Villa, 1156 Fort St. 250-598-0760 JAN 6 MONDAY School is Back in Session: Sadly the holidays are over.
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Festival of Trees Victoria: Bring your family and friends and be immersed in the festive season as you tour a lush forest of one-of-a-kind decorated trees. 8am at The Bay Centre, 1150 Douglas Street. 250-952-5690 Christmas in Old Town: Take in the sights and sounds of Christmas long ago. Visit the wood-cobbled streets lined with festive garlands. 10am Royal BC Museum, 675 Belleville Street. 250-356-7226 One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre, 470 Belleville Street. 250-940-3630 Mini-Concert & Open Trad Music Session: Master fiddler Pierre Schryer and a different monthly special guest, will present a one-hour Mini-Concert 7pm Hermann’s Jazz Club, 753 View Street. JAN 7 TUESDAY Christmas in Old Town: Take in the sights and sounds of Christmas long ago. Visit the wood-cobbled streets lined with festive garlands. 10am at Royal BC Museum, 675 Belleville Street. 250-356-7226
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JAN 7 continued One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre, 470 Belleville Street. 250-940-3630 Wildlife Cruise: We are dedicated to bringing you a very special experience visiting with our local marine life. 12pm Canoe Cove Marina, 2300 Canoe Cove Road E Dock. www.ecocruising.com Canucks vs Tampa Bay Lightening: Visiting Florida Puck drops 7pm. Masters Of Hope: Mental Heath and Addictions 6pm at Regional Libraries in your Community. Swing Jazz Tuesdays: Reminisce 1928 with a night of live swing jazz, classic cocktails, and swing dancing. 8pm Victoria Event Centre, 1415 Broad Street. 250-380-1280 JAN 8 WEDNESDAY Christmas in Old Town: Take in the sights and sounds of Christmas long ago. Visit the woodcobbled streets lined with festive garlands. 10am at Royal BC Museum, 675 Belleville Street. 250-356-7226 One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre, 470 Belleville Street. 250-940-3630 Hermann’s Jazz Jam: Come down to Hermann’s for the legendary Tom Vickery Jazz Jam 7:30pm at Hermann’s Jazz Club, 753 View Street.
JAN 9 THURSDAY Christmas in Old Town: Take in the sights and sounds of Christmas long ago. Visit the woodcobbled streets lined with festive garlands. 10am Royal BC Museum, 675 Belleville Street. 250-356-7226 One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre, 470 Belleville Street. 250-940-3630 Canucks vs Florida Panthers: Visiting Florida Puck drop at 4pm. Playing at BB&T Center. Museum Happy Hour: Mindfulness: Join us on the second Thursday of the month for themed events and activities for adults. 5:30pm at Royal BC Museum, 675 Belleville Street. 250-356-7226 The Strumbellas: Dubbed the “Rattlesnake Canadian Tour,” the trek comes in support of the Canadian band’s 2019 album Rattlesnake. 8pm at Royal Theater, 805 Broughton St. 888-717-6121 JAN 10 FRIDAY One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre, 470 Belleville Street. 250-940-3630 Victoria Royals Vs. Portland Winterhawks: Support your local Victoria Royals Hockey Club. 7pm SaveOn-Foods Memorial Centre, 1925 Blanshard St. 250-220-2600
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Cowichan Valley Capitals at Victoria Grizzlies: Come out and support your local Victoria Grizzlies Hockey Club while they take on the Cowichan Valley Capitals. 7pm at The Q Centre, 1767 Island Highway. Forces of Nature: Playing on instruments of the 18th century, Victoria Baroque brings listeners closer to the soundworld of the baroque period. 7:30pm St. John The Devine Anglican Church Victoria, 1611 Quadra Street. 250-383-7169 Valdy: An evening with Canadian folk icon Valdy will entertain those both young and young at heart. 7:30pm Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Ave W. 250-656-0275 BenDeLaCreme: Join us for an extravagant evening full of award winning talent! 8:30pm at McPherson Playhouse, #3 Centennial Square. JAN 11 SATURDAY Victoria Scavenger Hunt: Essential Victoria: Twenty plus challenges. Two hours. One epic adventure. Your team will solve puzzles, complete challenges, and explore Victoria. 10am at Parliament Buildings, Menzies St. at Kingston (beside Legislative Buildings). Canucks vs Buffalo Sabres: Puck drops at 10am. Playing at First Niagara Center, Buffalo. The Flame Two-Day Workshop: The workshop is both challenging and loads of fun. Suitable for beginners and experienced storytellers. 10am at Belfry Theatre, 1291 Gladstone Avenue. 250 385-6815 One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre 470 Belleville St. 250-940-3630 Saanich Seedy Saturday: We are an internationally recognized botanical garden and a respected centre of life-long learning, conservation and research. 10am at Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd. 250-479-6162 Chinatown Walks Historical Walking Tours: A 90-minute historical walking tour through Canada’s oldest Chinatown, including a visit to the Chinese temple. 10:30am at Chinatown, Victoria. Victoria Royals Vs. Portland Winterhawks: Come out and support your local Victoria Royals Hockey Club. 7pm at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre, 1925 Blanshard St. 250-220-2600 Powell River Kings at Victoria Grizzlies: Come out and support your local Victoria Grizzlies while they take on the Powell River Kings. 7pm at The Q Centre, 1767 Island Highway.
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Half Moon Run: Canadian indie rock band based in Montreal, Quebec, known for their heavy use of percussion, group harmonies, and for playing multiple instruments during live performances. 8pm at Royal Theater, 805 Broughton St. 888-717-6121 Swing Jazz Tuesdays: Reminisce 1928 with a night of live swing jazz, classic cocktails, and swing dancing. 8pm Victoria Event Centre, 1415 Broad Street. 250-380-1280 JAN 15 WEDNESDAY One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre, 470 Belleville Street. 250-940-3630 Victoria Royals Vs. Tri City Americans: Come out and support your local Victoria Royals Hockey Club. 7pm at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre, 1925 Blanshard St. 250-220-2600 David Francey: Eleven albums, 3 Juno Awards, one of Canada’s finest tunesmiths returns for another unforgettable show. 7:30pm at Hermann’s Jazz Club, 753 View Street.
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whatsondigest.com | JANUARY 2020 Patrick Watson: Now approaching a decade as a band, it has been a truly interesting journey for Patrick Watson and his cohorts. 8pm at McPherson Playhouse, #3 Centennial Square. Company: On the night of his 35th birthday,bachelor Robert struggles to think of a wish to make as he blows out his birthday candles. 8pm at Langham Court Theatre, 805 Langham Court. 250-384-2142 JAN 16 THURSDAY One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre, 470 Belleville Street. 250-940-3630 Dine Around Gala Launch Event: Victoria restaurants, wineries and breweries will put their best foot forward to impress and delight an anticipated 700 Gala guests. 5pm at Victoria Conference Centre, 720 Douglas Street. 250-361-1000 Canucks vs Arizona Coyotes: Puck drops at 7pm. Playing at Rogers Arena, Vancouver BC VICTORIA WHISKY FESTIVAL: 15th annual Victoria Whiskey Festival. Hotel Grand Pacific, 463 Belleville St. 250-386-0450 www.victoriawhiskyfestival.com Company: What is the value of a relationship in our modern society? An Intelligent , honest & hilarious production. 8pm at Langham Court Theatre, 805 Langham Court. 250-384-2142 JAN 17 FRIDAY Retro Rock Revival Dance Party: An amalgamation of talented and seasoned musicians with infectious energy. 7:30am at Upstairs Lounge, Oak Bay Recreation Centre, 250-595-7946 One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre, 470 Belleville Street. 250-940-3630 VICTORIA WHISKY FESTIVAL: 15th annual Victoria Whiskey Festival. Hotel Grand Pacific, 463 Belleville St. 250-386-0450 www.victoriawhiskyfestival.com Legends of Motown: 16-piece cast of singers and musicians performing live look-a-like/sound-a-like tributes. 7:30pm Royal Theater, 805 Broughton St. 888-717-6121 Local Heroes: This show will present 3 sets of music: one each from locally based bands Beats Workin, Daniel Cook and the Radiators and culminating with West My Friend. 7:30pm at Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Ave W. 250-656-0275 The Fred Eaglesmith Show Starring Tif Ginn: Songs are often quirky, as he writes about oddball characters, trains, country life, and the perils of fame and fortune. 7:30pm Hermann’s Jazz Club, 753 View Street.
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Hell Yeah: Farquhar Presents Series. An Evening With The Devil Featuring Mike Delamon 8pm at The Farquhar at Uvic, University Centre Building, 3800 Finnerty Road. 250-721-8480 Company: What is the value of a relationship in our modern society? An Intelligent , honest & hilarious production. 8pm at Langham Court Theatre, 805 Langham Court. 250-384-2142 JAN 18 Victoria Scavenger Hunt: Essential Victoria Twenty plus challenges. Two hours. One epic adventure. Your team will solve puzzles, complete challenges, and explore Victoria. 10am at Parliament Buildings, Menzies St. at Kingston (beside Legislative Buildings). One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre, 470 Belleville Street. 250-940-3630
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JAN 18 continued Chinatown Walks Historical Walking Tours: A 90-minute historical walking tour through Canada’s oldest Chinatown, including a visit to the Chinese temple. 10:30am at Chinatown,Victoria. VICTORIA WHISKY FESTIVAL: 15th annual Victoria Whiskey Festival. Hotel Grand Pacific, 463 Belleville St. 250-386-0450 www.victoriawhiskyfestival.com Company: What is the value of a relationship in our modern society? An Intelligent , honest & hilarious production. 8pm at Langham Court Theatre, 805 Langham Court. 250-384-2142 Victoria Royals Vs. Vancouver Giants: 7pm SaveOn-Foods Memorial Centre, 1925 Blanshard St. 250-220-2600 Canucks vs San Jose Sharks: Puck drop at 7pm. Playing at Rogers Arena, Vancouver BC.
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with the High Notes Flute Choir Sunday, Feb. 9 2:30 p.m. St Elizabeth’s Church, 10030 Third Street, Sidney, B.C. Tickets $20 Students $5 Available at Tanners Books (Sidney) www.viachoralis.ca
Alberni Valley Bulldogs at Victoria Grizzlies: Victoria Grizzlies take on the Alberni Valley Bulldogs. 7pm at The Q Centre, 1767 Island Highway. The Sweet Lowdown and The Unfaithful Servants: Watch for The Servants in 2020 to advance the momentum they’ve build upon their live shows and debut album. 7:30pm at Oak Bay Recreation Centre, 1975 Bee Street. Aretha Franklin Tribute Show 2.0: We are excited to once again bring The Aretha Franklin Tribute Show to the Alix Goolden Performance Hall! 7:30pm at Alix Goolden Performance Hall, 907 Pandora Avenue. 250.386.5311 Daniel Cook & The Radiators: Daniel Cook & The Radiators is an original West Coast roots group. They’ll have you stomping your feet and singing a long. 7:30pm at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 1962 Murray Road. 250-642-3172 Snowed In Comedy Tour: The Snowed In Comedy Tour has turned in to a Canadian success story, celebrating its twelfth year. 8pm at Royal Theater, 805 Broughton St. 888-717-6121 Company: What is the value of a relationship in our modern society? An Intelligent , honest & hilarious production. 8pm at Langham Court Theatre, 805 Langham Court. 250-384-2142 JAN 19 IMPACT Sustainability Travel & Tourism Conference: Join peers and stakeholders in the tourism industry in Victoria, BC this winter for the third annual IMPACT Conference. 9:30am at Victoria Conference Centre, 720 Douglas Street. 250-361-1000 Victoria Scavenger Hunt: Essential Victoria: Twenty plus challenges. Two hours. One epic adventure. Your team will solve puzzles, complete challenges, and explore Victoria. 10am Parliament Buildings, Menzies St. at Kingston (beside Legislative Buildings). One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre, 470 Belleville Street. 250-940-3630
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whatsondigest.com | JANUARY 2020 VICTORIA WHISKY FESTIVAL: We are pleased to bring you the 15th annual Victoria Whiskey Festival. Please visit website as times vary for each day, at Hotel Grand Pacific, 463 Belleville St., Victoria 250- 386-0450 First Nations Housing Past, Present & Possibilities: A dynamic journey through the historical timeline of on-reserve housing 2pm Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Ave W. 250-656-0275 LEGENDS CUP BB vs. UBC: The Vikes basketball teams take on the University of British Columbia Thunderbirds in Canada West regular season play. Women 5pm Men 7pmat UVic CARSA Bldg, University of Victoria. 250-472-4000 Choir! Choir! Choir!: Turns audience into performer. Going since 2011, Nobu Adilman + Daveed Goldman travel around the world to get everyone singing. 7pm at The Capital Ballroom, 858 Yates Street. 250-920-9550 JAN 20 IMPACT Sustainability Travel & Tourism Conference: Join peers and stakeholders in the tourism industry in Victoria, BC this winter for the third annual IMPACT Conference. 9:30am at Victoria Conference Centre, 720 Douglas Street. 250-361-1000 One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre, 470 Belleville Street. 250-940-3630
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CW Women Vs Seattle: Being a Castaway Wanderer is more than just being part of a competitive team, it’s about the club and your community. 12:45pm at Windsor Park, 2445 Windsor Road, Victoria JAN 21 IMPACT Sustainability Travel & Tourism Conference: Join peers and stakeholders in the tourism industry in Victoria, BC this winter for the third annual IMPACT Conference. 9:30am at Victoria Conference Centre, 720 Douglas Street. 250-361-1000 One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre, 470 Belleville Street. 250-940-3630 Wildlife Cruise: We are dedicated to bringing you a very special experience visiting with our local marine life. 12pm at Canoe Cove Marina, 2300 Canoe Cove Road E Dock. www.ecocruising.com Masters Of Hope: Mental Heath and Addictions 6pm at Regional Libraries in your Community, . Company: What is the value of a relationship in our modern society? An Intelligent , honest & hilarious production. 8pm at Langham Court Theatre, 805 Langham Court. 250-384-2142 Swing Jazz Tuesdays: Reminisce 1928 with a night of live swing jazz, classic cocktails, and swing dancing. 8pm Victoria Event Centre, 1415 Broad St. 250-380-1280
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JAN 22 IMPACT Sustainability Travel & Tourism Conference: Join peers and stakeholders in the tourism industry in Victoria, BC this winter for the third annual IMPACT Conference. 9:30am at Victoria Conference Centre, 720 Douglas Street. 250-361-1000 One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre, 470 Belleville Street. 250-940-3630 Kelby MacNayr (& Friends): Kelby MacNayr performs groundbreaking original music, soulful swinging jazz, and traditional music from around the world. 7:30pm at Hermann’s Jazz Club, 753 View Street. Company: What is the value of a relationship in our modern society? An Intelligent , honest & hilarious production. 8pm at Langham Court Theatre, 805 Langham Court. 250-384-2142 JAN 23 One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre, 470 Belleville Street. 250-940-3630 Mozart and Martinis: Introducing a new concert experience where you can have a drink, a bite to eat, and listen to one of history’s greatest composers 5:30pm The Atrium, 800 Yates Street. Company: What is the value of a relationship in our modern society? An Intelligent , honest & hilarious production. 8pm at Langham Court Theatre, 805 Langham Court. 250-384-2142
JAN 24 One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre, 470 Belleville Street. 250-940-3630 Live Music Series “The Trials of Cato�: The remarkable rise of energetic trio The Trials of Cato on the UK folk scene has been the subject of massive critical attention. 6pm at Upstairs Lounge, Oak Bay Recreation Centre, 1975 Bee Street. 250-595-7946 BB vs. TRU: The Vikes basketball teams take on the Thompson Rivers University Wolfpack in Canada West regular season play. Women 6pm Men 8pm at UVic CARSA Bldg, University of Victoria. 250-472-4000 Matilda The Musical: Each time her parents treat her badly, the young Matilda teaches them a lesson. 7pm at Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Ave W. Sidney 250-656-0275 Company: What is the value of a relationship in our modern society? An Intelligent , honest & hilarious production. 8pm at Langham Court Theatre, 805 Langham Court. 250-384-2142 JAN 25 Victoria Scavenger Hunt: Essential Victoria: Twenty plus challenges. Two hours. One epic adventure. Your team will solve puzzles, complete challenges, and explore Victoria. 10am at Parliament Buildings, Menzies St. at Kingston (beside Legislative Buildings). One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre, 470 Belleville Street. 250-940-3630
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THE WORLD'S LARGEST NATURAL COLLECTION OF HISTORY AND BEAST. Every inch of the 15,000 square foot Hand of Man Museum is filled with hallways and rooms of history that dates back through the ages. Cultural art and artifacts, animals that have been collected and preserved by renowned outdoorsman, conservationist, and television personality Jim Shockey, from all around the globe. The realization of a serious collector happens the moment you enter the museum. A day can easily fade away as you walk the hallways and explore what is behind each door that, beyond anticipation takes you into another world and a different era that will amaze you and reveal humanity and beast molded in time. The self-guided tour is made easy with museum provided ipads that display information, images and videos on the story behind each piece. Video production is a major part of the Shockey business, The Museum team works hard to continually add information into its database that can be displayed for all ages. What can you expect; A staggering number of arrowheads, preserved clothing, ceremonial and battle items, a vast and well-dated collection of books outlining hundreds of generations of natural and arctic exploration. Perfectly preserved animals, skeletons and furs from around the world dated back to pre-historic to today. The ultimate prize exhibit is the 16 foot Woolly Mammoth that towers over you and all the exhibits both in time and size. In the same room, you will find Mastodon tusks, an apatosaurus femur, and racks from various game. The museum was a lifelong ambition of Shockey, and he has realized it in a way that gives the public a rare opportunity to access a collection of artifacts that would otherwise not able to be found in one place. The Hand of Man Museum is truly a world of discovery, education, and conservation.
"the best museum I have ever seen in my 60 years" "It was beyond belief, more than I could have anticipated" "The whole world needs to see this" "More than a bucket list destination"
Entry is by donation - Open daily from 9am to 4pm Located: 6759 Considine Ave, Duncan (Maple Bay) 1.888.826.1011 | handofmanmuseum.com
whatsondigest.com | JANUARY 2020 JAN 25 continued Victoria Health Show: Are you looking for the latest products and services on the market? 10am at Pearkes Recreation Centre, 3100 Tillicum Road. Chinatown Walks Historical Walking Tours: A 90-minute historical walking tour through Canada’s oldest Chinatown, including a visit to the Chinese temple. 10:30am at Chinatown, Victoria. CW Women Vs Burnaby Lake: Come out and support your local Castaway Wonderers Rugby Club as they battle Seattle. 11:15am at Windsor Park, 2445 Windsor Road, Victoria Men’s Premier/Prem Reserve Game-Home VS JBAA: Come out to the Westhills Stadium and enjoy World Class Rugby. 1pm at Westhills Stadium, City Centre Park, 1089 Langford Parkway. 250-391-1738 Company: What is the value of a relationship in our modern society? An Intelligent , honest & hilarious production. 8pm at Langham Court Theatre, 805 Langham Court. 250-384-2142
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Matilda The Musical: Each time her parents treat her badly, the young Matilda teaches them a lesson. 2pm at Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Ave W. Sidney 250-656-0275 Robbie Burns Dinner: Join the Greater Victoria Police Pipe Band for a night of dinner, music and entertainment in memory of Robbie Burns. 5pm Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Ave W. Sidney 250- 656-0275 BB vs. TRU: The Vikes basketball teams take on the Thompson Rivers University Wolfpack in Canada West regular season play. Women 5pm Men 7pm at UVic CARSA Bldg, University of Victoria. 250-472-4000 Monster Truck Chaos: See these incredible 10,000-pound, car-crushing giants compete in Racing and Freestyle Action 6pm at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre, 1925 Blanshard St. 250-220-2600 3rd Black & White Charity Gala Dinner & Dance: Please join us for our 3rd Annual Black & White Charity Gala Dinner & Dance . 6pm at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 292, 411 Gorge Road East.
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Jan 25 continued Salmon Arm Silverbacks at Victoria Grizzlies: Come out and support your local Victoria Grizzlies Hockey Club while they take on the Salmon Arm Silverbacks. 7pm at The Q Centre, 1767 Island Highway. Foghorn Stringband: The Foghorn Stringband is comprised four master performers and historians: 7:30pm at Hermanns Jazz Club, 753 View Street. Shaken Not Stirred: Just as synonymous with James Bond as the smoking gun, Aston Martin and shaken, not stirred martini is the stunning Bond music. 8pm at Royal Theater, 805 Broughton St. 888-717-6121 Company: What is the value of a relationship in our modern society? An Intelligent , honest & hilarious production. 8pm at Langham Court Theatre, 805 Langham Court. 250-384-2142
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JAN 26 Victoria Scavenger Hunt: Essential Victoria: Twenty plus challenges. Two hours. One epic adventure. Your team will solve puzzles, complete challenges, and explore Victoria. 10am at Parliament Buildings, Menzies St. at Kingston (beside Legislative Buildings). One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre, 470 Belleville Street. 250-940-3630 Chinese New Year: Celebrate the Year of the Rat with us! Lion dance parade and Kung Fu demonstrations in Chinatown. Event will proceed rain or shine. 12pm at Chinatown, Victoria. Monster Truck Chaos: See these incredible 10,000-pound, car-crushing giants compete in Racing and Freestyle Action! 1pm at SaveOn-Foods Memorial Centre, 1925 Blanshard St. 250-220-2600
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whatsondigest.com | JANUARY 2020 Shaken Not Stirred: Just as synonymous with James Bond as the smoking gun, Aston Martin and shaken, not stirred martini is the stunning Bond music. 2pm at Royal Theater, 805 Broughton St. 888-717-6121 Company: What is the value of a relationship in our modern society? An Intelligent , honest & hilarious production. 8pm at Langham Court Theatre, 805 Langham Court. 250-384-2142 Matilda The Musical: Each time her parents treat her badly, the young Matilda teaches them a lesson . 2pm at Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Ave W. Sidney 250-656-0275 Community Dinner and Games Night: Meet your neighbours, share a meal, and have a laugh while playing cards and board games. 4:30pm at Oaklands Community Assoc., 2827 Belmont Ave. 250-370-9101 International Guitar Night: celebrates 20 years of touring. Join guest host Mike Dawes (England) with his incredible two-hand contemporary style 7:30pm at The Farquhar at Uvic, University Centre Building, 3800 Finnerty 250-721-8480 JAN 27 One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre, 470 Belleville Street. 250-940-3630 Canucks vs St. Louis Blues: Puck drops at 7pm. Playing at Rogers Arena, Vancouver, BC. Postsecondary Department Info Night: The VCM Postsecondary Department Info Night offers an opportunity to meet and hear from current performing students. 7pm at Robin & Winifred Wood Hall, 907 Pandora Avenue. The Don Leppard Big Band: This is a full big band playing a variety of big band era music from Duke Ellington to Count Basie to more modern arrangements. 7:30pm at Hermann’s Jazz Club, 753 View Street. JAN 28 One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre, 470 Belleville Street. 250-940-3630 Wildlife Cruise: We are dedicated to bringing you a very special experience visiting with our local marine life. 12pm at Canoe Cove Marina, 2300 Canoe Cove Road E Dock. www.ecocruising.com Masters Of Hope: Mental Heath and Addictions 6pm at Regional Libraries in your Community.
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Victoria Grizzlies vs. West Kelowna Warriors: Come out and support your local Victoria Grizzlies Hockey Club while the take on the West Kelowna Warriors. 7pm at The Q Centre, 1767 Island Highway. Company: On the night of his 35th birthday, bachelor Robert struggles to think of a wish to make as he blows out his birthday candles. 8pm at Langham Court Theatre, 805 Langham Court. 250-384-2142 Swing Jazz Tuesdays: Reminisce 1928 with a night of live swing jazz, classic cocktails, and swing dancing. 8pm at Victoria Event Centre, 1415 Broad Street. 250-380-1280 JAN 29 One Tree 2019: Celebrating the life and value of a single tree by inviting participating artists to create as much beauty from its wood as possible. More than 80 individuals and original works. 10am Robert Bateman Centre, 470 Belleville Street. 250-940-3630 Canucks vs San Jose Sharks: Visiting San Jose, California Puck drops at 7:30pm. Playing at the SAP Center.
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Spring Festival Spectacular 2020: We bring you and your family 2 hours of musical performances to enjoy the magical moments of Spring Festival. 7pm at Dave Dunnet Community Theatre, 2121 Cadboro Bay Road. Global Game Jam 2020: Come join local and visiting designers, developers, programmers, artists and musicians of all skill levels to make a game. 7pm at Fort Tectoria, 777 Fort St. Terry Robb with Adam Scramstad: Terry Robb is definately one of the top acoustic blues guitarists of our time. 7:30pm at Upstairs Lounge, Oak Bay Recreation Centre, 1975 Bee Street. 250-595-7946 Astrid Lyre Trio F. Scott White & James McRae: The Trio was a hit at last years Nanaimo International Jazz Festival, and has been refining and expanding their repertoire ever since. 7:30pm at Hermann’s Jazz Club, 753 View Street. The Light in the Piazza: The Light in the Piazza is a musical that shines a light on truths unsaid. 7:30pm at CCPA Performance Hall, 1701 Elgin Rd. 250-595-9970 BEAUTIFUL The Carole King Musical: The Carole King Musical tells the inspiring true story of King’sremarkable rise to stardom. 8pm at Royal Theater,805 Broughton St. Victoria 888-717-6121 Company: On the night of his 35th birthday,bachelor Robert struggles to think of a wish to make as he blows out his birthday candles. 8pm at Langham Court Theatre, 805 Langham Court. 250-384-2142 UVic Orchestra: Keys to the Wigs, Franz Schubert Fierrabras Overture Ludwig van Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-flat Major, featuring Xheni Sinaj, piano 8pm The Farquhar at Uvic, University Centre Building, 3800 Finnerty Road. 250-721-8480
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Miniature World: Watch “The Greatest little show on earth” in amazement with friends, family and loved ones. 649 Humbolt, Victoria. Victoria Bug Zoo: Touch, feel, experience live tropical bugs from around the world. 631 Courtney St. Vic. BC Parliment Buildings: Free guided tours, are available throughout the year. Take a tour thorugh our provinces capital in the elegant building filled with beautiful architecture and stained glass. 8.30am - 4.30pm. Inner Harbour downtown Victoria. Butchart Gardens: Experience the magic of these world-renowned gardens. Offers 55 acres of wonderful floral display Open every day of the year. 800 Benvenuto Ave. Brentwood Bay.. TASTINGS Babe’s Honey Farm: Brewed Kombucha, made with Honey – Jun Elixir 8 varieties on tap sold in refillable containers. Flights and growler fills Pure, raw & unpasteurized honey. in Galey Farms. 4150 Blenkinsop Rd. Victoria. Hoyne Brewing Company: With thirty years in the craft brewing industry. 2740 Bridge St. Victoria
de Vine Wines & Spirits: Showcasing locally sourced ingredients through an offering of craft whisky, gin, vodka, rum, vermouth, and wines. 6181B Old West Saanich Rd. Saanichton. Sooke Brewing Company: Award winning craft brewing. 2057 Otter Point Rd, Sooke. Driftwood Brewery: Producers of the popular Fat Tug beer. Distinct and local, Driftwood Brewery, aspires to create a unique profile in every beer they make. 102-450 Hillside. Victoria Howl Brewing: Howl Brewing is an idependantly owned and operated Pico Brewery, located in North Saanich producing a new beer each week. 1780 Mills Rd. North Saanich. Category 12: Colsial westcoast and Belgium inspired Ales. Crafted with delerious precision. Open from 12pm honday Tours avalible at 3pm every day. 2200 Keating X Rd. Victoria. Phillips Brewing & Malting:Tasting Room, Sixteen craft brews on tap Sunday to Wednesday 12pm - 8pm Thursday to Saturday 12pm-10pm. 2010 Govt. St. Victoria. Victoria Caledonian Distillery & Twa Dogs Brewery: Craft beers, exceptional single malt whiskies, and great visitor experiences. Come and sit at the bar with us. Open Daily. 761 Enterprise Crs. Victoria. Sea Cider Farmhouse & Cidery: Taste ciders produced from organic heirloom apples. Grown onsite. 2487 Mt.St Michael , Saanichton.
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TOURS Photo Walking Tours: Discover the beautiful city of Victoria with a professional photographer as your tour guide. 778-808-1859 Hop-On Hop-off Bus Tours: Experience Victoria’s iconic sights in style—aboard our open top double-decker buses. Hop-On Hop-Off CitySights tour allows you to explore at your own pace Board at the Inner Harbour infront of the Fairmont Empress 250-385-6553 Pedicab Tours: 2 Through Canada’s garden and cycling capital the Victoria Pedicab Company (VPC) provides memorable tours for individuals and groups up to 40. Tour selection and departure time to fit your schedule and inserts. Victoria Carriage Tours: Victoria Carriage Tours, horse-drawn carriage tours of Victoria BC. Trolley tours, group bundles, seasonal events, and an experience that can’t be beat. 250.383.2207. WALKS - RIDES - HIKES - PARKS - PLAY 2 HOURS Miracle Lanes Bowling: Victoria’s only 5 Pin Bowling Centre located in beautiful Sidney By The Sea. Mount Work: Admire the views of the Olympic Mountains and Saanich Inlet after a slighty intense hike up the mountain to enjoy lunch. Beacon Hill Park: Beacon Hill Park is located along the south shore of Victoria, British Columbia and the Juan de Fuca Strait. Thunder Bird Park: Admire the masterly carved Totem poles at this park, established in 1941 and restored in 1952 by Mungo Martin. Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary: Discover the beauty of the swan lake marshes and rocky oak-forest of christmas hill at this precious sanctuary. Inner Harbour: Stroll along one of the most beautiful harbours in the world and watch the seaplanes and magnificent ships pass by. Langford Lanes: Victoria’s only 10 pin bowling, Youth, Adult, Senior Leagues, Cosmic Bowling, Parties. Fully Licensed, 6 lane VIP room and Retro arcade. 1097 Langford way. Open daily. 250-391-1738 Playzone: Discover the fun of climbing and crawling through the Gold themed playzone. 1089 Langford Parkway. 250-391-1738 Call for hours of operation.
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SELF DEFENCE - Professional Self Defence: Evening Seminars ideal for team building - 2.5 hour group and private classes. 201 -1420 Quadra St. Victoria. 250-384-0033 PUBLIC SWIMMING POOLS Saanich Commonwealth Place: Splash and swim at a great indoor pool with slides for the recreational swimmers and lanes for the more competitive swimmers. 4636 Elk Lake Dr, Victoria 250-475-7600 Crystal Pool: Access all our drop-in programs for one price. Enjoy our 50-metre pool, two tot pools, spray toys, 160-foot water slide, and much more. 2275 Quadra St. Victoria 250-361-0732
Gordon Head Recreation Centre: Complete with a swimming lanes, hot tubs, a steam room, sauna, kiddie pool, and a small lazy river. 4100 Lambrick Park Way Victoria 250-475-7100 Esquimalt Recreation Centre: 6-lane lap pool, warm-water Lifestyle Play Pool with river and spray features, Tots Wading Pool, hot tub, sauna and steam room. 527 Fraser St. 250-412-8500 Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre: The 8 lane, 25 metre lap pool is designed to accommodate a variety of programs ranging from synchronized swimming and scuba instruction to water fit classes and aquatic rehabilitation. 1767 Island Hwy, Colwood 250-478-8384 Oak Bay Recreation Centre: The 8 lane, 25 metre main pool is maintained at 83°F and features two waterslides, a basketball hoop and a rope swing. 1975 Bee Street 250-595-7946
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ICE SKATING / HOCKEY Archie Browning Sports Centre Esquimalt: esquimalt.ca 250-412-8510 City Centre Park Langford: eagleridgecentre. com 250-391-1738 Oak Bay Parks & Recreation: Oak Bay oakbay.ca 250-595-7946 Panorama Leisure Centre: North Saanich crd.bc.ca/panorama 250-656-7271 Save On Food Memorial Centre: victoria.ca/ arena 250-361-0732 Juan de fuca Recreation: Ctr. JDF Arena. Public Skate. .westshorerecreation.ca 250.478.8384
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ATTRACTIONS 4 HOURS Quest Reality Games - Room Escape: An interactive real-life escape room facility in Victoria, offering 4 premium escape rooms, Cluetivity outdoor adventures and a new investigation game.Y Horror Escape The Experience: You have 45 minutes to uncover a mystery in our detail escape room sets,finding clues & solving puzzels. AdrenaLINE zip lines: Zippppp!!! Cruise through the trees, conquer your fears and do the opposite of falling in the dazzling BC nature.
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Things To Do IN 2 & 4 HOURS
GALLERIES Robert Bateman Center: Reconnect with nature through some of the best nature paintings in canada and the world. Alcheringa Gallery: Contemporary Art Gallery specializing in native art from the North West Coast of Canada, Australia and Papua New Guinea, Haida,Sepik River,Pacific Islands. www.alcheringa-gallery.com Coast Collective Arts Centre: Ogle at the marvelous and creative art collections or take some art lessons, then stop by the gift store. 318 Wale Rd. 103 Colwood. MARKETS Moss Street Market: Providing local and organic farm-fresh produce, local foods, handmade crafts, artisan clothing, inspiring services. Every Saturday 10am - 12pm. Michellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Farm Market: A sixth generation family owned and operated farm growing over 50 varieties of fruits and vegetables as well as hay, grain and 100% locally raised beef. 2451 Island View Rd. (at Pat Bay Hwy) 250-652-6770. SHOPPING Lower Johnson Street: Shop till you drop at all the boutiques and stores on this renowned shopping street. Munroâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Books: Read something new at Victorias top book store established by noble prize winning author Alice Munro. The Old Attic : A Hidden Gem! Unique quality items range from vintage, retro, modern and antiques. Furniture, Kitchenware, collectables tools, jewellery, artwork, vinyl records and more. www.theoldattic.ca Ecotopia Naturals: Quality, comfortable, and ethically made clothing & accessories, made of natural fibres such as organic cotton, hemp, bamboo, soy, eucalyptus, modal, and more. www.ecotopianaturals.com Bastion Square: Shop in the once gallows, brothel and now historic site in Victoria, located by the wharf and Goverment street
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