Let’s Go to Victoria
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Uptown Tree Light Up
Nov 18th The Uptown Square / Boulevard (in front of Walmart) was illuminated at 7.30PM on Saturday November the 18th. After finishing my work shift @ the Indigo Bookstore, I walked into a packed square, as there was a multitude of families awaiting the countdown to light up the tree in the middle of the…
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Fall Market by Market Collective
November 5th, 2023 In the first and second floors of the Bay Centre (between 11am and 5pm), more than 50 vendors were hoping for customers to come and support local, by purchasing their handmade / artisanal crafts and treats. The turnout to the event was quite good. Free musical performances set the tone for the…
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Wicked Victoria
With Halloween night fast approaching (it is just a few days away on October 31st) the Thrifty Foods ‘Wicked Victoria’ has come around again ! Filled with fun family amenities, you’re sure to have a great time. I was elated to still make it to the event for a bit before helping my housemate Matt…
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Indoor Esquimalt Farmer’s Market
Oct 26th (Thursday) I bussed to the Esquimalt Recreation Centre, where the Farmer’s Market Indoor season is in full swing. It’s set to recur every Thursday until mid December from 4.30pm – 7.30 pm. There was a fine selection of locally grown produce, from different growers (I got a little pumpkin). There were bakery items…
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Visiting Vancouver
I had the pleasure of visiting my sisters in Vancouver over the weekend of the 20th of October (Friday through Monday). Here’s some of the fun discoveries during those days ! How to get there How to get around Cool places Tasty Places to Eat Cool Attractions Cool Stores : Remember to Bring
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Royal Victoria Marathon 2023
The Marathon started and ended around the legislature building. I arrived aroudd 10.30am today October 8th. There were numerous expectators and also marathon runners. There were some roads blocked off by metal fences / wood fences to protect the runners, and pedestrians. Capital Bike made an appearance, with a Bike Valet that was open until…
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South Island Pow-wow
The South Island Pow-wow happened throughout the day on the 30th of October, aligning with the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. The event featured indigenous vendors, food trucks and dancing. The purpose of the event is to honor and bring awareness to indigenous history and tradition in Canada in spirit of reconciliation. Access to…
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Ultimate Toy Fair 2023
2023 – 09 – 24 The start of the fall is here, and the Ultimate Toy Fair at the G.R. Pearkes Rec Centre by tillicum provides a nice atmosphere to escape the cloudy outdoors. The event is put on yearly by Cherry Bomb toys. There is plenty to see at the event ! I did…
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Rib Fest 2023
A well attended event, the annual Rib Fest delighted at the start of September 2023 in Bullen Park in Esquimalt. Six different Rib Trucks / Chefs created their best ribs and then a winner is chosen among them. In addition to the delicious food which you can enjoy throughout the event (Friday to Sunday) ,…
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Esquimalt Gorge Market
Jul 3rd, Sep 4th (Recurred every Monday) This event (recurring on Mondays 4.30-7.30pm0 features multiple vendors, you can find high quality locally sourced produce and greens, as well as craft items like jewellery, wax candles. You can sample / taste various of the treats and drinks there. There is also community activities / resources and…
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