The Backpack Project is an annual local initiative in its 14th year of operation. It provides backpacks full of necessities and comfort items on Christmas day to community members throughout […]

Come, be inspired and celebrate the works from Diverse Threads’ talented group of fibre artists, painters and photographers.  Artists will be present and creating perfect, bespoke holiday gifts. Free draw […]

Thank you so much for your incredible community support, Sidney -- you truly Make All The Difference! We are back at the Mary Winspear Centre on Monday, November 7 from 12noon to 6pm. Appointments may be booked online at blood.ca, by downloading the GiveBlood app or by calling 1-888-2DONATE (1-888-236-6283). If you miss us this […]

Bring your littlest ones to the library for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Ages 0-5 years. Drop-in.

Find out what a few local writers are up to!   Writers for this Showcase will read from recent works or talk about their publishing experience, with audience questions to follow.   This event is drop-in. Geoff Strong Geoff is an atmospheric/climate scientist by profession who now devotes much of his time to providing public education on […]

Steph is multi-titled author and expert storyteller who delivers idea-packed programs proven to increase feelings of hope, happiness, empowerment and ability to apply actionable, positive change for her audiences.  Plus they are pretty darn fun! Along with her eclectic qualifications that combine learnings from her background in healthcare, journalism, fitness and communications - Steph speaks […]

On November 11th, the traditional Remembrance Day Parade will proceed at 10:25 a.m. from the Mary Winspear Centre, along Beacon Avenue and Second Street, to the Cenotaph on Sidney Avenue. The Service of Remembrance for the Fallen will commence at 10:45 a.m. This will include laying of wreaths to honour the ultimate sacrifice of service […]

“The Studio 30 Art Club is having an art show from November 11-17 at the ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park! The Studio 30 Art Club is a local non-profit society […]

Bring your family and friends and join us for a skate on Monday, November 11. Helmets are available free of charge.

Find unique gifts, produce, and meats at the Winter Market! Everything is all made, baked, or grown locally. While enjoying the market you can listen to festive music, and have some coffee and snacks. Date: November 5, 12, 19, & December 10 Time: 9:00am – 2:00pm

PACIFIC EDGE CHORUS presents SOME KNIGHTS, a rollicking medieval bash and show at Saanich Fairgrounds' Main Hall on Saturday, November 12, 2022, from 6:30 to 11:00 PM. SOME KNIGHTS ticket includes: • an entertaining show by Pacific Edge Chorus in medieval attire, pacificedgechorus.ca • music and dancing to local band Shinndig (formerly Rig a Jig), […]

Develop basic hand drumming skills using a djembe, a beautiful sounding and versatile west African instrument. Participants will learn three basic hand strokes, drumming using both hands, and learn to […]

Join us for a fun filled Pro-D day! Bring your family and friends for swimming and skating fun, music, games, and prizes. Helmets are available free of charge for skating.

Join us for fun and friendly competition! Scrabble mentor present Scrabble sets available Bring your own set if you have one All skill levels welcome!

Join us for a fun filled Pro-D day! Bring your family and friends for swimming and skating fun, music, games, and prizes. Helmets are available free of charge for skating.

Struggling with your eBooks? Need some help navigating a website? Need a few pointers on how to make your phone or tablet work for you? Drop in or make an […]

Catch up with us and the Greater Victoria Crime Stoppers, Tuesday, November 15 at 1:30pm at SHOAL. Find out how Crime Stoppers work, how they help keep you safe, and […]

The Seaside Magazine Book Club  is reading “Permanent Astonishment” by Tomson Highway for September. Please contact Virginia at [email protected] or call 250-656-0944 to reserve a copy. The next meeting will […]

Bring your littlest ones to the library for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Ages 0-5 years. Drop-in.

Calling all teens and youth under 30! The Sidney/North Saanich Library is hosting Indigenous rap artists SNRK for an up close and personal songwriting and music production workshop and pre-recorded performance via Zoom! It’s gonna be an epic super exclusive experience. Snotty Nose Rez Kids are a First Nations hip hop duo composed of Haisla […]

Come and experience “Connections & Collaborations” with participating artists: Mara Szyp Heather Maciak Kerry O’Gorman Wendy Picken Lorraine Douglas Of Special Note: Opening reception: November 18th from 6-8pm Children’s Book Launch: ‘Rainbees & Honeybows’ by Wendy Picken Artist Talks: Saturday & Sunday 1-3pm  

Explore over 20 artists' hand made, new art and craft items. Everyone is welcome to this event, and admission is free! November 18: 1:00pm – 6:00pm November 19: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Find unique gifts, produce, and meats at the Winter Market! Everything is all made, baked, or grown locally. While enjoying the market you can listen to festive music, and have some coffee and snacks. Date: November 5, 12, 19, & December 10 Time: 9:00am – 2:00pm

Explore over 20 artists' hand made, new art and craft items. Everyone is welcome to this event, and admission is free! November 18: 1:00pm – 6:00pm November 19: 10:00am – 4:00pm

For ages 13–18. Teens looking for an interesting volunteer opportunity are invited to join the Sidney/North Saanich Library Teen Advisory Group (TAG). Work on special library and community projects, meet other teens, have fun, boost your resume, and earn volunteer hours. For more information please contact Virginia at 250-656-0944, [email protected] or stop by the library. […]

Join the British Columbia Aviation Museum in kick-starting a Norseman Engine! Take a step back in time to learn about aviation history and experience this incredible plane kick-start its engine.

What’s red and green and sparkles all over? The Christmas Vintage, Retro & Collectible Show/Sale at the Mary Winspear Centre, Beacon Avenue, Sidney-by-the-Sea! Want to get your Christmas shopping started? Where else could you find 55-vendors under one roof selling unique vintage items? We have repurposing off to a fine art! This major event is […]

Develop basic hand drumming skills using a djembe, a beautiful sounding and versatile west African instrument. Participants will learn three basic hand strokes, drumming using both hands, and learn to master some African Percussion drumming music. Drums will be available to rent for $40 throughout the series. Every Sunday from October 30 - December 11 […]

Struggling with your eBooks? Need some help navigating a website? Need a few pointers on how to make your phone or tablet work for you? Drop in or make an appointment between 10:30 and 11:30 every Tuesday for one-on-one help from our information tech or librarian. Get help with your mobile device or laptop and […]

Develop your writing in a supportive environment in this member-led group.  Share your writing with other writers for encouragement and feedback.  We welcome writers of all genres and experience.  Drop-in.

Jess Moskaluke An internationally celebrated artist, Jess Moskaluke continues to break barriers in the country music world with her big voice, pop-infused hooks, and sonic versatility. The first Canadian female country artist since Shania Twain to achieve CRIA Platinum single status with the hit ‘Cheap Wine and Cigarettes’, Moskaluke has since gone on to earn […]

Join us at the Mary Winspear Centre in Sidney where we bring to you the highest quality new crop, nuts, seeds, dried fruit and more! It is such a privilege to be able to share our passion for quality ingredients with our community on Vancouver Island. From walnuts so fresh that they taste like cream, […]

Come and enjoy 8-12 artists from the South Vancouver Island Potters Guild. Show hours will be 10am-5pm, daily with extend hours on Thurs/Fri/Saturday.