Until February 26, 2012
The Emergence of Architectural Modernism II
The Legacy Art Gallery is hosting a free exhibit until the end of February covering UVic and Victoria’s regional aesthetic from the late 1950s and ’60s. This is the second in a series of exhibitions and publications exploring the relationships, personalities, and projects that contributed to the regional modernist aesthetic of post-war Victoria. Also: it’s free!
Thursday, December 8
Winterurban
The Helmet Huber Annex at Camosun’s Interurban campus is going to play host to a free holiday arts-and-crafts fair. And there are raffle prizes, too. All proceeds go to the Camosun College Student Society food bank. This season, give the gift of food!
Friday, December 9
Winter Snowcial
The Wilna Thomas Cultural Centre will once again be transformed into a holiday-themed party for Camosun staff and their families from 4–7 pm. The Twilight Lounge will also be back with hors d’oeuvres and $2.50 drinks. Activities are planned for young children. Those attending are encouraged to bring nonperishable items to help support the student food bank. As we’ve been known to say, this season, give the gift of food!
Friday, December 9
The Ho Ho Ho Show!
A festive night of amateur standup comedy awaits all who attend the Moka House (Hillside location), hosted by none other than Kirsten Van Ritzen. The Ho Ho Ho Show starts at 8 pm and will feature Ritzen’s comedy-class students making their standup debuts and will cost an affordable $5. Check out kirstenvanritzen.com for more details.
Thursday, December 15
Hand Drum Rhythms: free workshop
The Fairfield United Church Hall (at the corner of Fairfield and Moss) is playing host to a free drumming workshop. Hand Drum Rhythms is even providing the drums for free; just make sure go to drumvictoria.com to RSVP. The workshop runs from 7–8:30 pm and beginners are welcome.
Saturday, December 17
Christmas with Ashley MacIsaac
Cape Breton roots fiddler Ashley MacIsaac is coming to Victoria for a holiday concert, and local prodigy Quinn Bachand will be joining him, along with the Victoria Symphony Orchestra. Expect a mix of genres, including Canadian roots, Celtic, and traditional Cape Breton folk. Tickets start at $43 and doors at the Royal Theatre open at 8 pm.