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SUMMARY:The Lonesome Ace Stringband
DESCRIPTION:Masters of their trade\, The Lonesome Ace Stringband bring grit\, skill and abandon to Americana music\, bridging old-time\, bluegrass and folk traditions into a seamless hybrid of original material that is at once fresh and timeless. \nThe trio’s sound is anchored in the fiddle and clawhammer banjo of John Showman and Chris Coole. They are joined by a rotating cast of extraordinary upright bassists (including founding member Max Malone\, James Mceleney\, and Lotus Wight). The band moves freely between a sound so commanding it doesn’t seem like it should be coming from a stringband\, to a sparse fragility that draws the listener closer.  Whether singing about climate change\, modern love\, BBQ techniques or life’s inevitable existential crises\, the band cuts to the core. They can also turn and churn out a tune with so much verve that it will make your heart spin and set the dance floor swirling. \nThere’s a reason why they are a smokin’ hot outfit – they’ve put in their time. In 2007\, Lonesome Ace Stringband took up residency in Toronto’s legendary Dakota Tavern\, routinely playing 10 sets of music every weekend. They went on to spend seven years as the house band before ever taking the show on the road or recording a note. Those years of musical percolation honed them into a group that thinks and plays as one – something that comes from clocking thousands of on-stage hours together.  Outside of their trio work\, each musician is a veteran of the Canadian music scene\, sought after for teaching camps\, recording sessions and touring with some of the best artists in North America. \nThe band’s recording journey mirrors the arc of their on-stage evolution.  Their early catalogue is anchored in inventive and engaging versions of  traditional repertoire punctuated by original compositions.  Now with more than a decade of group music-making under their belts\, they’re releasing their fifth album\, a feisty and mighty collection of all-original material titled ‘Try To Make It Fly’ (October 13\, 2023). And much like their seamless live performances where they trade-off lead vocals\, each member has brought their songwriting voice to the album. \nTheir touring has taken them well beyond their Toronto origin.  They’ve become festival favourites at Rockygrass\, Celtic Connections\, Winnipeg Folk Festival\, Merlefest and regularly tour the USA\, UK\, Germany and\, of course\, Canada. \nCall Lonesome Ace Stringband whatever genre you want – they are just unorthodox enough to be brilliant. \nhttps://lonesomeace.com \nTickets are also available at the Oak Bay Recreation Centre\, in person or by phone (250) 595-7946\, as well as through or Beacon Ridge Productions.
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/the-lonesome-ace-stringband/
LOCATION:Oak Bay Recreation Centre\, 1975 Bee Street\, Oak Bay\, British Columbia\, Canada
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SUMMARY:25th Annual Oak Bay Artists' Fall Studio Tour
DESCRIPTION:Started in 1999\, the Oak Bay Artists’ Studio Tour is an opportunity to meet local artists. Many of Oak Bay’s established and emerging artists use their homes and studios as backdrops to demonstrate\, display and sell original watercolour\, acrylic\, and oil paintings\, photography\, as well as fibre\, glass\, and pottery creations. The tour is self-guided and self-paced. \nPick-up or download your map from Oak Bay\, Monterey or Henderson Recreation Centres. \nMonterey Recreation Centre\n1442 Monterey Avenue\, Victoria\, BC \n\nSaturday\, November 16\, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.\nSunday\, November 17\, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.\n\nPrivate Artists Home Studios\nLocations vary\, please see guide below \n\nSaturday\, November 16\, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.\nSunday\, November 17\, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.\n\n\nOpen to the public. Free to attend. \nStudio Tour Map\nStudio Tour Brochure
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/25th-annual-oak-bay-artists-fall-studio-tour/
LOCATION:Monterey Recreation Centre & Private Artists’ Home Studios\, 1442 Monterey Avenue\, Victoria\, BC\, Oak Bay\, British Columbia\, Canada
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241013T130000
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SUMMARY:Royal Victoria Marathon
DESCRIPTION:This seaside marathon is held each October and runs much of the way through the scenic streets of Oak Bay. Thousands of spectators and supporters come out to cheer the runners in their test of endurance. \nThe Victoria Marathon acts as the BC Marathon Championships and is also a certified (and fast!) Boston Marathon qualifying race. For those interested in running\, volunteering\, or watching\, visit the Victoria Marathon Website.
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/royal-victoria-marathon/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Annual Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240721T150000
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SUMMARY:Collector Car Festival
DESCRIPTION:he annual Oak Bay Collector Car Festival returns on July 21\, 2024. Historically\, this event attracts rare and unique cars\, and is one of the most popular vehicles displays on the Island event calendar. \nCollector car owners and enthusiasts of all makes and vintages are invited to bring their cars to Oak Bay Avenue to be enjoyed by visitors and locals alike. Cars are placed in sections along 5 blocks of Oak Bay Avenue\, Monterey to Mitchell Street plus a portion of Hampshire Rd. \nMany of the local restaurants and businesses will be open especially for the event. There will also be a BBQ put on by the St. Patrick’s Church\, as well as a number of food trucks to choose from in the parking lot behind the municipal hall. There will be ribbons awarded in a variety of categories\, and great entertainment as well. \nThis is a non-profit community event for everyone to enjoy seeing and talking to owners of a diverse collection of locally owned cars. If interested in volunteering\, please contact us at oakbayccfvolunteer@gmail.com. \nThis year\, online pre-registration is mandatory to guarantee your spot for $25 (plus fees).  Questions can be directed to oakbayccf@gmail.com \nNew this year\, exhibitors will be advised before the show which of 2 entrances they should use. Along with 100% pre-registration\, this should help expedite entry.   Groups of cars that would like to park together are asked to arrive as a group. Note that entrances will not open until 8:00am this year. Volunteers will escort cars to their location where they will be on display until 3:00pm. \nThis is a non-profit community event for everyone to enjoy seeing and talking to owners of a diverse collection of locally owned cars. If interested in volunteering\, please contact us at obccfvolunteer@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/collector-car-festival/
LOCATION:Oak Bay Avenue\, Monterey to Mitchell Street plus a portion of Hampshire Rd.\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Annual Events
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SUMMARY:Oak Bay Night Market
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 12\, 2024 – 4:00pm\nBeginning in June and continuing to September\, between 4:00 and 8:00 pm on the second Wednesday of the month\, Oak Bay Village is transformed into a European style street market. A wide range of fresh and local produce and food is available. Artists and artisans showcase a variety of wares including wood turned bowls\, hand made greeting cards\, glass art\, paper casting\, fabric arts\, jewelry\, toys\, fresh made soaps and cosmetics and preserves. Each market also offers local music\, a magician\, face painting and balloon animals. The stores of Oak Bay merchants are open with special pricing\, tastings\, demos\, sampling and more. \nThe Oak Bay Night Market\, held rain or shine\, is organized by the Oak Bay Business Improvement Association. For more info\, visit the Oak Bay Business Improvement Association website. \nUpcoming Night Markets: \nJune 12\, 2024\nJuly 10\, 2024\nAugust 14\, 2024\nSeptember 11\, 2024
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/oak-bay-night-market/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Annual Events
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SUMMARY:Trick or Treat
DESCRIPTION:Each Halloween\, Oak Bay Village hosts a giant community Trick or Treat! Oak Bay Avenue merchants and the Oak Bay Municipal Hall offer treats in stores from Foul Bay Road to Monterey Avenue. A complete list of participating merchants\, identified by the pumpkin poster in their window\, is posted a week before Halloween on the Oak Business Improvement Association website.
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/trick-or-treat/
LOCATION:Oak Bay Avenue merchants and the Oak Bay Municipal Hall\, 2167 Oak Bay Ave\,\, Victoria\, BC\, V8R 1G2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Annual Events
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SUMMARY:Bowker Creek Brush Up
DESCRIPTION:Since 2005\, this fun\, inspiring annual art show hosts 40+ artists displaying\, demonstrating and selling their art. Plan to spend the day strolling along beautiful Bowker Creek\, between Oak Bay High School and Hampshire Road\, listening to music\, enjoying refreshments\, participating in the Community Art project\, and watching demonstrations by featured international Artists. Of course\, there is plenty of opportunity to purchase art for yourself and others. For more information\, visit the Oak Bay Community Artists Society.
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/bowker-creek-brush-up/
LOCATION:Bowker Creek\, between Oak Bay High School and Hampshire Road\, 2121 Cadboro Bay Rd\, Oak Bay\, Greater\, Victoria\, BC\, Victoria\, BC\, V8R 5G4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Annual Events
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SUMMARY:GaragelleniumSHARE
DESCRIPTION:The Oak Bay Garagellenium — It’s an uber garage sale\, and easily the biggest in the region! Households in Oak Bay are invited to sign-up and participate. And for those hunting for hidden garage sale treasures\, there are hundreds of sites to peruse. For more information\, visit here
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/garagelleniumshare/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Annual Events
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SUMMARY:Oak Bay Tea Party
DESCRIPTION:The Oak Bay Tea Party is an annual summer event held at Willows Park on the first weekend in June. Activities at this popular family event include an air show\, bathtub race\, parade through Oak Bay\, carnival\, free live music\, raffle draw and so much more. The Oak Bay Tea Party provides a fun-filled weekend for the community and helps to raise funds for service organizations.  To find out more\, visit the Oak Bay Tea Party Society.
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/oak-bay-tea-party/
LOCATION:Willows Park\, CMMW+86 Oak Bay\, British Columbia\, Victoria\, BC\, V8R 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Annual Events
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SUMMARY:Oak Bay Half Marathon
DESCRIPTION:This annual event has something for all ages and abilities. As well as the main 21.1km event\, there is a 21.1km relay\, a 10km event\, and a 1km run for those under 14 years. For more information\, visit the 1/2 Marathon website. \nNote: To view the 2023 route click here
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/oak-bay-half-marathon/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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