A safe-cracking ex-cop, the last public hanging in Nanaimo and a spy are just a few mysteries to unravel in Nanaimo’s history. Cold cases and solved murders that date back 150 years, rumours of hidden treasure and a psychic brought in to solve a missing persons case. Buildings and places that have vanished such as a house that sank into mine workings and a forgotten ski hill. Nanaimo Mysteries explores aspects of local history that are usually left buried and busts the myths surrounding some of our most infamous stories.

Event Date: February 15th to September 2nd, 2019

Event Times: Monday to Saturday: 10am-5pm

Event Location: Nanaimo Museum, 100 Museum Way, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5J8

Event Website: www.nanaimomuseum.ca

For More Information: 250-753-1821

If you’d like to taste the very best of what Salt Spring Island has to offer, nothing compares to the mix of creativity, hand-made art and world-class craftsmanship that you can enjoy on the island’s famous Studio Tour.

The Studio Tour makes it possible for you to watch artists while they work, following their passion. You can try on some unique jewellery, attend a wine tasting, or watch art come to life! You can watch an artisan hand-weave a functional placemat or a beautiful scarf…, and even try weaving yourself!

Depending on your schedule, enjoy as many unique artisans as you choose, and you can still have enough time before the ferry to pick up a one-of-a-kind piece for yourself!

Many studios produce perfect gifts for weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, or…, that perfect piece for the very special people in your life!

With 28 studios to discover on the Tour, all you require to enjoy the studios of your choice is a current Studio Tour Map and a bit of spare time. Some studios offer a one-of-a-kind experience, such as a workshop tour or a hands-on demonstration on creating a work of art.

Our colourful map outlines what each artist creates as well as the location of their studio. Our free maps are available at B.C tourism information centers, in marinas, hotels and B&Bs, and on all three ferries serving Salt Spring Island.

Event Dates: April 27th to December 23rd, 2019

Event Website: http://saltspringstudiotour.com/

Event Location: Various venues on Salt Spring Island

Castlegar Sculpturewalk is a annual rotating exhibition showcasing over thirty outdoor sculptures, from national and international artists, in Castlegar’s downtown core. From May to October the public can vote on their favourite piece via ballot, and the winner of this People’s Choice Award is purchased by the City of Castlegar for the permanent collection. There are additional cash prizes for Artistic Merit, and all of the sculptures are available for sale or lease, a program that has proven popular with businesses and neighbouring municipalities.

Event Dates: April 30th to September 30th, 2019

Event Website: http://www.sculpturewalkcastlegar.com/

Event Website: http://www.sculpturewalkcastlegar.com/google-tour/

Event Location: 276 Columbia Avenue, Castlegar, BC

Opening on National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21st), Sidney Museum will be hosting the Chief Dan George: Actor and Activist exhibit, which explores the life and legacy of Tsleil-Waututh Chief Dan George (1899- 1981) and his influence as an Indigenous rights advocate and his career as an actor. The exhibition was developed by the North Vancouver Museum in close collaboration with the George family and has spent the last year at U’mista Cultural Centre in Alert Bay.

Longshoreman, actor, musician, lecturer, poet, activist, environmentalist and First Nations leader; Dan George (born Geswanouth Slahoot) is remembered for many things. Raised on the Burrard Indian Reserve #3, the son of hereditary chief George Sla-holt, Dan George spent much of his life working as a longshoreman and logger and did not start his acting career until in his 60s. During the 1960s and 70s, he appeared in many television, movie and stage productions in which he worked to promote a better understanding of Indigenous people and challenged their common portrayal on screen. Although focused on Dan George, this exhibition will also delve into significant events and individuals in the Indigenous rights movement in BC and Canada.

The opening ceremony will be held on opening day at 10:00 a.m. and will feature drummers and singers from the TSARTLIP nation, a welcome from First Nations Elders and local Mayors
This exhibit is funded in part by the Department of Canadian Heritage Museums Assistance Program and was honoured by the District of North Vancouver with a Heritage Advocacy Award for Indigenous program collaboration.

For more information please contact Sidney Museum info@sidneymuseum.ca or (250) 655-6355

Event Dates and Times: June 21st to September 30th, 2019 from 10:00am to 4:00pm

Event Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/456383648523514/

Event Location: Sidney Museum, 2423 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, BC V8L 1X5

Victoria Shakespeare Society presents the 2019 season of the Greater Victoria Shakespeare Festival.

TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA
Directed by Christopher Weddell
July 4-27, Wednesday and Friday at 7:30pm and Saturday at 1:30pm
*Special Performances August 1-3*
7:30pm at Saxe Point Park, Esquimalt

Festival favorite Christopher Weddell (Romeo & Juliet 2015, Pericles 2018) brings us a rollicking “la dolce vita” rom-com that celebrates youth, impulsivity, bad decisions, and unexpected endings — plus a dog!

JULIUS CAESAR
Directed by Tamara McCarthy
July 4-27, Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday at 7:30pm

Festival newcomer Tamara McCarthy, a multiple Jesse Award nominee from Nanaimo, brings an exciting interpretation of this classic political thriller with spellbinding schemes and violent betrayal.

Event Website: http://www.vicshakespeare.com/

Tickets
Half-price tickets are available at markets and community events, see the full schedule here: http://www.vicshakespeare.com/community
Regular tickets can be bought online through our website: http://www.vicshakespeare.com/tickets
Children 12 and under are free!

The Greater Victoria Shakespeare Festival takes place on the beautiful grounds of Camosun College’s Lansdowne Campus (3100 Foul Bay Road, Victoria, BC). Nearest entrance is off Lansdowne Road. Parking can be found in the lot off Lansdowne Road nearest Dunlop House. Parking is $3.25, with a ticket meter located across from the GVSF site.