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SUMMARY:Fermata: Charcoal drawings by Liz Charsley
DESCRIPTION:Gallery hours Tuesday to Sunday\, 11 am to 5 pm\nOpening reception Tuesday\, March 31\, 5-8 pm \nFermata is a musical term meaning a pause of unspecified length. For Liz\, who sings with the choir Ensemble Laude\, a walk in the woods or along a beach can deliver a visual fermata\, caused by light glancing through the trees or bouncing off the water. Her charcoal drawings\, many of them rich in detail\, capture these moments\, preserving them in the dreamy stillness of soft monochrome. \nLiz studied art and theatre at UVIc before moving to London\, UK\, where she worked as a theatrical propmaker for many years. The long hours and drafty workshops took their toll\, eventually\, and Liz went back to her art practice and did an MA in Drawing at Camberwell College of Art. Liz joined a burgeoning art group\, South London Women Artists\, exhibiting with them for 10 years\, and was appointed Artist in Residence at Dulwich Picture Gallery in south London for their Painting Canada exhibition. \nMoving back to Canada in 2020\, spending the covid years in Calgary\, then back to her original home of Victoria\, Liz rekindled her joy of the wild outdoors in the forests and wild coastlines near the city\, from which she draws inspiration for her work.
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/fermata-charcoal-drawings-by-liz-charsley/
LOCATION:Gage Gallery\, 19 Bastion Square\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W1J1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:Unwind & Create: A Friday Night Art Journalling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A Friday night creative reset. Leave with your very own art journal and prompts. \nWhat if your Friday night looked different this week? \nInstead of the usual routine\, spend 90 minutes in a cozy downtown studio with art supplies\, guided prompts\, and a small group — making something with your hands and checking in with how you’re actually feeling. \nArt journalling is backed by mental health research as a way to reduce stress\, process emotions\, and build self-awareness. In this workshop\, you’ll learn how to start your own practice — and you’ll leave with a journal you can keep using long after you walk out the door. \nHere’s what you’ll experience:\n→ Simple\, accessible techniques such as collage\, colour\, mark-making (nothing intimidating)\n→ Guided creative prompts designed to spark honest self-reflection\n→ A warm\, no-pressure space where the process matters more than the product\n→ Your own art journal to take home\, plus the tools to make this a regular practice \nLimited to 8 participants. No art experience needed. All materials provided. Just bring yourself. \nLed by Hanna Kaye Verhagen\, MC\, DVATI\, BA\,CCC\, Art Therapist & Certified Canadian Counsellor. Learn more at hannakaye.com \nHanna creates safe\, empowering spaces for people to feel seen and supported.” & “Hanna is welcoming\, calming\, and empowers people to embrace their creativity to benefit their mental health.” \nAfter booking you’ll receive a brief consent form via JaneApp.
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/unwind-create-a-friday-night-art-journalling-workshop/
LOCATION:Hanna Kaye Art Therapy & Counselling @ Hey Shauna Studio\, 108\, 561 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Community Event,Crafts,Educational,Health & Wellness,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hanna Kaye Art Therapy &amp%3B Counselling":MAILTO:info@hannakaye.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260411T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260411T123000
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SUMMARY:Mindful Art-Making: Open Art Studio
DESCRIPTION:Here’s what your Studio Saturday looks like: you walk into a cozy downtown studio\, art supplies already laid out on the table\, calm music playing. You pick a seat\, settle in\, and start creating. \nSome people follow a guided prompt or ask for assistance to get started. Some bring their own project. Some just doodle and see what happens. There’s no instruction and no pressure\, however\, your facilitator is available to help get you started.\nThis open studio runs twice a month and is designed for anyone who wants a creative\, screen-free way to start their weekend. Whether you’ve never picked up a paintbrush or you’re a practising artist looking for community\, you’re welcome here. \nWhat’s included:\nAll art materials (painting\, drawing\, mixed media etc.)\nOptional guided creative prompts\nA warm\, relaxed space facilitated by an Art Therapist (Hanna Verhagen\, MC\, DVATI\, BA\, CCC)\nTea and soft music\nNo art experience needed.\nLimited to 8 people \nThis is a great first step if you’re curious about using art therapeutically or just want a meaningful way to start your Saturday.\nAfter booking\, you’ll receive a short consent form and event reminders via JaneApp.
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/mindful-art-making-open-art-studio-2/
LOCATION:Hanna Kaye Art Therapy & Counselling @ Hey Shauna Studio\, 108\, 561 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Crafts,Health & Wellness,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hanna Kaye Art Therapy &amp%3B Counselling":MAILTO:info@hannakaye.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260418T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260418T110000
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SUMMARY:Burnout Recovery Through Art: A Saturday Morning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A gentle\, hands-on workshop using creative expression to explore burnout and build strategies for recovery. \nBurnout often builds slowly\, until it’s hard to remember what it felt like before. If you’ve been feeling depleted\, disconnected\, or like you’re just going through the motions\, you’re not alone\, and you’re not broken. You might just need a different way in.\nThis 90-minute workshop uses guided art-making to help you explore where burnout is showing up in your life. No art experience is needed. The creative process is the tool\, not the goal. \nWhat we’ll do together: \n– A grounding exercise to arrive and settle in\n– Guided creative exercises exploring your relationship with stress and depletion\n– Reflection and gentle group sharing (only what feels comfortable)\n– Building a personal recovery map\, something concrete you can take with you \nThis workshop may be a good fit if you’re:\n– Feeling emotionally or physically exhausted from work or caregiving\n– Noticing that your usual coping strategies aren’t working the way they used to\n– Curious about how creativity may benefit your mental health\n– Looking for a supported space to pause and check in with yourself \nFacilitated by Hanna Kaye Verhagen\, CCC\, MC\, DVATI\, BA\, Art Therapist & Certified Canadian Counsellor. Learn more at hannakaye.com.\n? After purchase Hanna Kaye Art Therapy & Counselling will follow up via JaneApp with event reminder & consent form
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/burnout-recovery-through-art-a-saturday-morning-workshop/
LOCATION:Hanna Kaye Art Therapy & Counselling @ Hey Shauna Studio\, 108\, 561 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,Health & Wellness,Workshop
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SUMMARY:LAW DAY 2026
DESCRIPTION:LAW DAY is back by popular demand! Join us for LAW DAY on Saturday\, April 18\, 2026\, from 10:30am to 2:30pm at the Victoria courthouse downtown (850 Burdett Avenue). Free admission and fun for the whole family! \nLaw Day is an annual event when the courthouse is opened to members of the public on a Saturday to allow them to learn about the functions of the justice system. You can learn about the roles played by lawyers\, judges and courthouse staff in ensuring a fair and independent justice system; and about legal and other justice-related services available in Victoria and surrounding areas.\nACTIVITIES INCLUDE:\n-Zootopia 2 themed mock trial with roles played by local talent;\n-A K9 demonstration by the Saanich Police Department;\n-Tours of the holding cells and Sheriff’s van conducted by the Sheriffs;\n-“Passport to Justice” contest with great prizes;\n-Judges’ Talk and Q+A;\n-Food vendors; and\n-Information booths from justice-related organizations.
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/law-day-2026/
LOCATION:Victoria Courthouse at 850 Burdett Avenue\, downtown Victoria\, 850 Burdett Avenue\, Victoria\, British\, V8W 9J2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Causes,Citizen Engagement,Community Event,Educational,Live Performance,Networking,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Law Day Committee":MAILTO:khayes@cookroberts.bc.ca
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SUMMARY:Trades de France Night: Pre-Season Mixer & Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Industry happy hour to gear up and get info for Trades de France 2026 – Victoria’s charity cycling challenge built for builders + designers. \nTrades de France Night: Pre-season Mixer + Happy HourTickets are $0 \nEveryone welcome: join us for a casual industry happy hour to gear up and get info for Trades de France 2026 – Victoria’s month-long charity cycling challenge built for the trades\, builders\, and designers. \nWhether you’re a past team\, thinking about forming a team\, or curious about sponsoring this year’s event\, this is a low-pressure way to connect\, ask questions\, and meet the people behind the ride. \nWho it’s for\nCurrent & past Trades de France teams\nPotential teams & team captains\nSponsors & potential sponsors\nTrades professionals and trade-adjacent businesses who love community (and a bit of friendly competition) \nWhat to expect\nDrinks\, chats\, and industry networking\nA chance to ask questions and see what’s new for 2026\nA chance to meet other companies who might want to ride\, sponsor\, or collaborate \nDetails\nThursday\, April 23\n4:30–6:30 PM\nSwans Pub (Downtown Victoria) \nCome for 10 minutes or stay the whole time – this is a drop-in style mixer.\n(Food and drinks available for purchase.)
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/trades-de-france-night-pre-season-mixer-happy-hour/
LOCATION:Swans Pub\, 1601 Store St\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 1N6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Causes,Community Event,Networking
ORGANIZER;CN="Heron Media":MAILTO:tiffany@heronmedia.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260424T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260424T200000
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SUMMARY:Mindful Art-Making: Open Art Studio
DESCRIPTION:Here’s what Friday night looks like: you walk into a cozy downtown studio\, art supplies already laid out on the table\, calm music playing. You pick a seat\, settle in\, and start creating. \nSome people follow a guided prompt or ask for assistance to get started. Some bring their own project. Some just doodle and see what happens.\nThis open studio runs twice a month and is designed for anyone who wants a creative\, screen-free way to start their weekend. Whether you’ve never picked up a paintbrush or you’re a practising artist looking for community\, you’re welcome here. \nWhat’s included:\nAll art materials (painting\, drawing\, mixed media etc.)\nOptional guided creative prompts\nA warm\, relaxed space facilitated by an Art Therapist (Hanna Verhagen\, MC\, DVATI\, BA\, CCC)\nTea and soft music\nNo art experience needed.\nLimited to 8 people \nThis is a great first step if you’re curious about using art therapeutically or just want a meaningful way to spend your Friday night. \nAfter booking\, you’ll receive a short consent form and event reminders via JaneApp.
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/mindful-art-making-open-art-studio/
LOCATION:Hanna Kaye Art Therapy & Counselling @ Hey Shauna Studio\, 108\, 561 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Community Event,Health & Wellness,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Hanna Kaye Art Therapy &amp%3B Counselling":MAILTO:info@hannakaye.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260425T183000
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SUMMARY:Vanilla Riot Live At The Coda
DESCRIPTION:“A wild\, high-octane tribute to the fierce\, female-fronted energy of rock\, alt\, power pop\, and post-punk – from the rebellious spirit of the 80s/90s to the edgy sounds of today”. With a growing following on south Vancouver Island\, Vanilla Riot is the ultimate high-energy cover band\, delivering a polished and powerful rock\, alt\, post-punk spectacle designed for wide crowd appeal and guaranteed audience engagement. Built on a foundation of a powerful\, locked in rhythm section that compels listeners and dancers to move\, freeing up the rest of the band to float effortlessly on top of the groove\, the band tears through an explosive setlist that blends essential alternative rock anthems from artists like No Doubt and The Cranberries with modern hits from The Beaches and rock twists on pop favorites like The Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights.” With soaring vocal harmonies and relentless energy\, Vanilla Riot makes every track feel fresh\, dynamic\, and ready for a riotous sing-along. Website Link: vanillariot.com.
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/vanilla-riot-live-at-the-coda/
LOCATION:The Coda\, 751 View Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 1J9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live Performance,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260429T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260429T190000
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SUMMARY:Land Use Committee Info Session
DESCRIPTION:The Victoria Downtown Residents Association’s Land Use Committee is hosting a public information session\, which is open to all. Miko Betanzo\, a Senior Planner with the City of Victoria\, will talk about the role of Community Association Land Use Committees in light of recent changes that delegate more decisions to staff and allow for certain applications to avoid public hearings. \nSpace is limited\, so please register for this free event by visiting https://victoriadra.getcommunal.com/parent_programs/3404.\n\nAccessibility details: The workshop will take place at theDock\, on the 3rd floor of 722 Cormorant Street. Access to the 3rd floor is by elevator and theDock has even floor throughout and a wheelchair accessible washroom\, which is also gender-inclusive. There is on-street parking available on Cormorant Street\, directly in front of the building. Additional parking is available in the Centennial Square Parkade (645 Fisgard Street). If you have questions about accessibility at the event\, please get in touch by using the Contact Us form on this page. \nWe encourage those who are able to walk\, cycle or take public transit to the event. The closest bus stops are on the west side of Douglas at Cormorant\, on the east side of Douglas just south of Pandora\, and on the north side of Pandora just west of Blanshard.
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/land-use-committee-info-session/
LOCATION:theDock\, Suit 300 - 722 Cormorant Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 1P8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Citizen Engagement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Downtown Residents Association":MAILTO:info@victoriadra.ca
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