A Conversation with Michelle Obama – *Cancelled*

Michelle Obama by Gage Skidmore

Dates: March 31st @ 7:00pm
Location: Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre at 1925 Blanshard St.  
Websites: https://selectyourtickets.com/event-pro/michelle-obama/

Most people will recognize Mrs. Obama as the former First Lady for the United States but she also has been known as a role model and inspiration for women, families and others. The four key initiations Michelle led as First Lady were Let’s Move!, Joining Forces, Reach Higher and Let Girls Learn. With her best-selling memoir in 2018 still on the New York Times Best Sellers list she hasn’t left the spotlight even after moving out of the White House. This should be a motivational speech for everyone in the audience.

Rosie and the Riveters

Rosie-the-Riveter by SBT4NOW

Dates: March 6th @ 7:30pm
Location: St. Andrews Presbyterian Church at 680 Courtney St.
Websites: http://www.rosieandtheriveters.com/

From writing songs in a cabin in Northern Saskatchewan to collaborating with great songwriters like Royal Wood and Matthew Barber in Toronto, this group is making quite the name for themselves. Their playfully defiant lyrics and confident talk-back harmonies will empower and challenge the audience.  

Celtic Illusion

FINFLAMES by Celtic Illusion

Dates: March 2nd @ 7:30pm
Location: Royal Theatre at 805 Broughton St.
Websites: https://www.rmts.bc.ca/events/celtic-illusion-2020-royal-theatre

For the first time in Canada after a sell-out Australia tour this Australian dance group is coming for 1 night only. Led by Anthony Street from Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance the choreography has been mastered to perfection. Take the whole family out to enjoy this contemporary Irish Dance group.

Victoria Conservatory of Music presents Spark to Flame

practice | (me) by nosha

Dates: February 29th at 7:30pm – 9:30pm
Location: Alix Goolden Hall at 907 Pandora Ave.
Websites: https://vcm.bc.ca/event/spark-to-flame-3/

One of the conservatories most important and special events, features their top student musicians performing with professional musicians. The VCM Senior String Orchestra conducted by Maestro Timothy Vernon will also be performing with the students and professionals.

Be a Tourist in your Hometown

Victoria Harbour, Canada Panorama 2012 by Gord McKenna

Dates: February 27th to March 2nd
Location: Throughout Greater Victoria  
Websites: https://beatourist.ca/

Over 5 days experience all of the attractions that make Victoria a world-renowned travel destination. This year purchase a wristband to give you access to these incredible deals and discounts that only come once a year!

We Roll for Creole, A Charity Casino for Help Fill A Dream

Mardi Gras Casino Night by USAG – Humphreys

Dates: February 21st @ 5:30pm to 11:00pm  
Location: Delta Hotels by Marriott Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort at 100 Harbour Rd.  
Websites: https://www.helpfilladream.com/hfad_event/vica-u40-charity-casino-night-2020/

Hosted by the Vancouver Island Construction Associate this annual casino nights theme this year is Mardi Gras. Arrive on the red carpet to enjoy casino and mid-way style games spanning wall to wall. A live and silent auction will also be present all to support the cause Help Fill A Dream.

Family Day

BC celebrates Family Day by Province of British Columbia

Dates: February 17th
Location: Across British Columbia
Websites: https://downtownvictoria.ca/events/#?date=2020-02-17

For the 7th year join in on some of the Family Day events in our provinces capital.

-Legislature @ 10:00am to 3:00pm: Activities like a scavenger hunt and crafts.

-Victoria Public Market @ 11:00am to 2:00pm: Live music, face painting by Danger By Design, story time with Marmalade Books and photos from Mr Booth Photo Experiences!

Victoria Seedy Saturday

Seeds by ICARDA

Dates: February 15th @ 10:00am to 4:00pm 
Location: Victoria Conference Centre at 720 Douglas St.  
Websites: http://jamesbaymarket.com/SeedySaturday/

The event starts the gardening season in Canada’s city of gardens. With over 70 vendors and exhibitors as well as garden societies, clubs and educational programs every attendee is bound to find what they are looking for. “The Seedy Café will be open 11:00am to 2:00pm, and a children’s’ activity area offering crafts and activities for enthusiastic new gardeners.”