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SUMMARY:آبِ رواں Aab-e-Ravaan: Language Like Water
DESCRIPTION:May 2 to August 1\, 2026 \nLegacy Downtown | 630 Yates St.\nLekwungen Territory \nآبِ رواں Aab-e-Ravaan: Language Like Water explores the artistic practice of Farheen Haq\, an interdisciplinary artist born into an immigrant family with roots in Bihar\, India\, and Karachi\, Pakistan\, she now lives and works on lək̓ʷəŋən territory (Victoria\, BC). Through her work\, Haq returns to her parents’ experience and ancestral lands\, drawing on the Urdu poetry of Mirza Ghalib (1797–1869) as a source of connection\, memory\, and reflection. \nIn this exhibition\, Haq looks to water as a guide in relationship building and to understand the flows of migration; as well as tracing the fluidity of language through poetry. Her work moves like a ghazal\, where every droplet carries the meaning of reconnection. In آبِ رواں Aab-e-Ravaan\, Urdu becomes a living current\, flowing and shaping relationships. Like water\, it holds memory and connects seemingly distant lands and waters to the Salish Sea\, offering a space where identity remains in motion\, always shifting and creating new meanings. \nCurated by Anahita Ranjbar. \nThe opening celebration will take place on May 2\, 2026\, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. \n  \nImage: Farheen Haq\, Aankh Band ke Dekho (Close Your Eyes and See)\, 2022. Video still\, courtesy of the artist. \nThis exhibition is made possible through funding from:
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LOCATION:Legacy Art Gallery\, 630 Yates Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W 1K9\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Conversations In Colour
DESCRIPTION:Experience the fusion of colour\, form\, and words in Margo cooper’s abstract figurative paintings.\nThe abstract figurative paintings in this new exhibition by Margo Cooper encourage individual interpretation and emotional response\, with titles that suggest themes without prescribing meaning. The show’s title\, Conversations In Colour\, reflects both the vivid palette and an invitation to viewers to converse with the art\, each other\, and members of the Gage Gallery’s 21 artist collective. To deepen this engagement\, a writing area encourages visitors to share their reflections either publicly or privately. \nGallery Hours Tuesday to Sunday\, 11 am to 5 pm \nOpening Reception Thursday\, June 4\, 6-8 pm \nInspired Writing Night Tuesday\, June 16\,  7-9 pm \nMargo firmly believes in the enriching power of art and wants everyone to have a chance to experience the transformative effects of creativity. She now paints full time in her upstairs studio at the Gage Second Story and guests are always welcome. Book ahead at margocooper@shaw.ca or take a chance and ask if she’s in when you’re visiting the gallery.
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/conversations-in-colour/
LOCATION:Gage Gallery\, 19 Bastion Square\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W1J1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:AfriCa Fest Victoria returns for its 13th Edition!
DESCRIPTION:Join us June 4–7\, 2026\, at beautiful Ship Point in Victoria’s Inner Harbour for four days of music\, culture\, food\, art\, dance\, and community celebration. \nAfriCa Fest Victoria is more than a festival—it is a cultural immersive experience that brings together people of all backgrounds to celebrate the richness and diversity of African\, Caribbean\, and multicultural communities. \nFestival Highlights\n🎶 Live Music & Cultural Performances💃 Afro-Latin\, Kizomba & Dance Experiences🍲 International Food Vendors🛍️ UJAMAA Market & Artisan Vendors👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-Friendly Activities🎨 Interactive Workshops & Cultural Demonstrations🌍 Multicultural Day featuring cultural groups from across Greater Victoria🤝 Community Exhibitors & Non-Profit Organizations \n4 Days • 4 Experiences\nJune 4: UJAMAA Night Market & Kizomba ExperienceJune 5: Afro-Latin ExperienceJune 6: Youth Experience & Multicultural DayJune 7: Multicultural Celebration & Festival Finale \nAfriCa Fest has been celebrating African Heritage Arts & Cultures in Canada since 2013 and continues to build bridges between communities through arts\, culture\, education\, and shared experiences. \n📍 Ship Point\, Victoria Inner Harbour📅 June 4–7\, 2026🎟️ Free Admission \nFor more information:\n📧 issambacentre@gmail.com📞 778-922-2378 \nhttps://www.issambacentre.ca/event-details/africa-fest-victoria-2026-13th-edition
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/africa-fest-victoria-returns-for-its-13th-edition/
LOCATION:Ship Point Inner Harbour\, Wharf St\, Victoria\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Conferences,Crafts,Cultural Event,Dance,Festivals,Food & Drink,Games,Health & Wellness,Kids & Family,Live Performance,Local Market,Music,Networking,Outdoor,Parties,Shopping & Fashion,Travel,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Let's Talk Live: Sunday Afternoon Conversation and Connection
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 3-5pm at Heslaa Tea Room\, 636 Johnson st\, have meaningful conversations and create genuine connections\, free of charge. Drop-in\, 19+ welcome.  \nSunday was made for this. \nNo brunch plans? No agenda? Good. Come sit with us. \nEvery Sunday from 3PM–5PM at Heslaa Tea\, one of Victoria’s most beautiful\, calming spaces\, we’re holding room for something a little slower. A little softer. A little more human. \nFully self-guided with table talkers\, carefully chosen conversation prompt cards sitting at your table before you even walk through the door. No host\, no schedule\, no pressure to perform. Just a gentle starting point\, and then the conversation becomes completely your own. \nCome alone or bring someone. You’ll be paired one-on-one or in a small group (max 4) with people you wouldn’t have stumbled into on a regular Sunday afternoon. \nPicture this: \n-The smell of loose leaf tea and a table all to yourself \n– A conversation that actually makes you think \n– Connection that doesn’t feel forced or rushed \n– The slowest\, most restorative part of your whole week \n– Self-guided table talkers — show up\, sit down\, start talking \n– Heslaa Tea — 636 Johnson St\, Victoria BC \n– 100% free \n– 19+ welcome \n– Drop in anytime between 3PM–5PM \n– Stay for one cup or close the place down \nIf you’ve been looking for things to do in Victoria on a Sunday\, a way to meet people in Victoria BC without it feeling like a networking event\, or simply a reason to leave the house and feel something — this is your sign. \nThe best conversations you’ve ever had probably started with a warm drink and a stranger.  \nSee you Sunday
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/lets-talk-live-sunday-afternoon-conversation-and-connection/2026-06-07/
LOCATION:Heslaa\, 636 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W 1M6\, Canada
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