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St. George’s: Blessing of the Animals

Sunday, October 4th at 4pm at St. George’s Anglican Church, St. George’s Lane (off Maynard St. in Cadboro Bay)St. George’s Anglican Church writes:An Occasion to say ‘Thank You’It is always a joy to know the unconditional love of a furry/scaly/feathery friend. Once a year at church we reserve a special day to bless our animal companions… Continue reading St. George’s: Blessing of the Animals

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Open House and Free Lunch at St. George’s

St. George’s is hosting an Open House and Free Lunch on Saturday, September 19th, 11:00AM to 2:00PM. We’d like to invite all the Cadboro Bay residents and businesses to drop by and take a wander through our new addition. There will be a free barbeque for all attendees, including hot dogs, salad, beverages, and lots of desserts.This… Continue reading Open House and Free Lunch at St. George’s

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Goward House events, October 2015

Oct 1, 2015, 2pm: BEWARE, PREPARE, DON’T DESPAIR        Presenter: Steve Wallace Cost: $5.00 (tea/coffee voucher) included to use on the day or at a future visitCome and learn the proactive steps you can take to retain your licence.  Steve has 30 years of experience in the North American driving school industry and being a regular… Continue reading Goward House events, October 2015

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Sept 20: first official “Terry Fox Day” in BC

CBRA member Graham Payette, who is also a volunteer coordinator for the South Island Terry Fox Runs, writes: This year is a special year since—thanks to a private member’s bill passed last November—September 20, 2015 will be the first official “Terry Fox Day” in the province of BC.   It is also the 35th anniversary of the… Continue reading Sept 20: first official “Terry Fox Day” in BC

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September events at Goward House

Anne Crozier Smith of the Goward House Society advises: Sept 14, 2015  Monday: Fung Loy Kok Taoist Tai Chi   Open HouseSept 24, 2015: Fall Prevention  - Revera Retirement LivingDate:     Sept 14, 2015  MondayTime:     9  AMAt:         Goward House   2495 Arbutus Rd, VictoriaEvent:   Fung Loy Kok Taoist Tai Chi… Continue reading September events at Goward House

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Greek Summer Festival 14th Anniversary

Aug 28–30 &  September 4–7, 11am – 10pm, at the Greek Orthodox Church and Community Centre, 4648 Elk Lake Drive (beside Commonwealth Pool).  ADMISSION IS FREE for the whole community!  Greek Fest 2015, in partnership with the Saanich Fire Department, will be raising funds for the HOT LUNCH PROGRAM this year, which provides food for needy… Continue reading Greek Summer Festival 14th Anniversary

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Cadboro Bay Festival, Aug 9

Enjoy an afternoon at the picturesque Gyro Park featuring a variety of hands-on activities, bouncy castles, pirate school, hand drumming workshops, information displays, arts & craft stations, and food and fun for the entire family. Watch professional sand sculptors create a giant sand sculpture.Activities and Displays: Read More…

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UVic invites ideas from the community about the campus

Further to its Campus and Community Engagement Plan that was circulated prior to the holidays, the University of Victoria announces two events:  Campus Plan Update: Speakers Event Campus Plan Update: Ideas Forum  Campus Plan Update: Speakers Event – January 28 at 4:30–6:00 pm at the Bob Wright Centre, B150This public event will provide inspiring ideas from two… Continue reading UVic invites ideas from the community about the campus

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8th UVic Alumni Week kicks off Jan 31

From University of Victoria:  Alumni Week 2015 – the eighth annual spotlight on the positive impact of more than 100,000 UVic grads – runs from Feb. 1-7. In all, there will be more than a dozen events including lectures, workshops and reunions including: JANUARY 31 Alumni Week preview eventAlumni Appreciation Night | Vikes Men’s and Women’s… Continue reading 8th UVic Alumni Week kicks off Jan 31