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The Week Ahead: April 21st - 27th

The Week Ahead: April 21st - 27th

💡Earth Day, Garage Sales, and Spring Socials

Jared Leary & Simon Larocque
April 20, 2025

Hey LampPosters!

Spring is full on!

The flowers are blooming, the sun is shining, and we have tons of events going on this week. Say hi to your neighbor, text your friends and enjoy!

Hope you all have a great week! Stay safe

-Simon & Jared ❤️

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Featured

Learn improv and sketch comedy at Garden City Improv!

IMPROV 101 w/ Jen Yamasaki

For the improv beginner, no experience is necessary! Meet new people, relieve stress and laugh in a low-pressure, supportive environment.

IMPROV 201 w/ Andrew Gardner

Learn hilarious improv games seen on Theatresports and Whose Line is it Anyways.

SKETCH COMEDY 101 w/ Kevin Matviw

Learn sketch comedy writing and performance, taught by Second City veteran Kevin Matviw from Just For Laughs Toronto!

These classes start the week of April 20th! Sign up today!

Community Events

🌍 Upcycled 2: Small Changes, Big Impact

Tuesday, April 22 | 10am-6pm | Westshore Town Centre | Free

Explore innovative upcycled art created by Royal Bay Secondary students at UPCYCLED, showcasing repurposed materials in fashion, home decor, and more. Vote for your favorite piece and learn about sustainable living initiatives.

🧘‍♀️ Speak Your Truth

Wednesday, April 23 | 5-9pm | Junction Orchard & Cidery | $85

Speak Your Truth offers a soulful evening of ritual, movement, and expression in a cozy Bell Tent, featuring sound baths, journaling, and a burning ceremony. Enjoy a nourishing dinner while connecting with others in this gentle, welcoming space.

✴️⛵ Pacific Crossing

Wednesday, April 23 | 7-9pm | Whistle Buoy | Free

Taylor Burk shares stories and photos from his Pacific sailing expedition at Whistle Buoy Brewing. Enjoy insights, a Q&A, and a raffle with prizes from outdoor brands.

🌊 Ecologyst X Surfrider Sip and Shop

Thursday, April 24 | 1-6pm | 552 Johnson St | $0-$5

Learn about Surfrider's beach conservation efforts and get a custom print on your clothing, with local drinks from Phillips Brewing. Proceeds support ocean protection.

👑 Cocktails and Celebrations (Victoria Chapter)

Thursday, April 24 | 6-9pm | 768 Yates St | $22

A networking event for Black women featuring signature cocktails and soulful conversations at Cenote, designed to foster connections and celebrate Black excellence.

🎵 Family Night at the Rack

Thursday, April 24 | 5:30 PM | The Rack | $20-$30

Enjoy family night at The Rack with kids music bingo, prizes, and a 50/50 draw, all while supporting Lakewood Elementary school programs. Tickets include a meal and beverage, with optional bingo cards and raffle tickets available.

🧰 Silent Auction

Friday, April 25 | 7-10pm | Brookes Westshore School | $25

A silent auction fundraiser to support Ukrainian students studying in Canada, featuring appetizers and lively bidding.

✴️🎋 A_Third_Place Spring Social

Friday, April 25 | 6-11pm | The Fort Common | Free

Join the third annual spring social at The Fort Common for an evening of food, drinks, music, art, and games with a focus on community and accessibility.

🍻 Dutch Borrelavond

Friday, April 25 | 5pm - 8pm | Spinnakers Brew Pub | $0

Dutch Borrelavond brings the Dutch community together for a casual monthly meetup at Spinnakers Brewpub. Enjoy drinks, snacks, and good conversation with fellow Dutch enthusiasts.

🃏 VI Collectibles Show April

Saturday, April 26 | 10am-3pm | Ukrainian Cultural Centre | Free

Explore a wide selection of collectible cards, memorabilia, and vintage items at this show featuring sports, non-sports, and gaming cards, along with supplies for collectors.

🌿 Community Storytelling & Art: Orca Chief

Saturday, April 26 | 2-4pm | Oak Bay United Church. | Free

Oak Bay United Church celebrates Earth Day with author Robert "Lucky" Budd telling the Orca Chief legend, followed by all-ages art activities. Join this community storytelling and creativity event.

✴️🎃 Spring-O-Ween

Saturday, April 26 | 11am-4pm | Market Square (Lower Level) | Free

Your favourite spooky springtime market is back for April 26th & 27th! Featuring 30 local vendors, with a raffle supporting local bat conservation efforts. Don't miss out on this taste of springtime Halloween spookiness.

Performing Arts

🎭 Phillips Comedy Night

Wednesday, April 23 | 8pm | The Mint | $15-$20

Phillips Comedy Night at The Mint serves up a weekly dose of hilarity with top local comedians, paired with delicious west coast Himalayan cuisine.

✨ Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella #4

Thursday, April 24 | 7:30pm | Royal & McPherson | $30-$55

This award-winning musical reimagines Cinderella with a quirky twist, featuring Rodgers and Hammerstein's incredible music, stunning visuals, and real magic. Experience a refreshingly irreverent take on the beloved classic for the whole family.

🔥 The Crowd Work Show Special Taping Live at Heckler's!

Thursday, April 24 | 8pm | Hecklers Bar & Grill | $15

Nash Park and Alex Forman present The Crowd Work Show, a 100% improvised stand-up comedy special where they'll create hilarious material on the spot by interacting with the audience.

🎇 ROAST BATTLE VICTORIA

Thursday, April 24 | 7pm | Phoenix Bar and Grill | $17

Comedians face off in a battle of insults and verbal burns at Roast Battle Victoria, featuring seasoned performers and newcomers alike, with a special opening performance by rapper Yukaliptis.

✴️🧨 Millegales -Stand-Up Comedy en Español y Fiesta Noventera!

Thursday, April 24 | 8-10pm | Paparazzi Nightclub | $17

Millegales is a stand-up comedy show blending immigration themes with unfiltered humor, followed by a 90s-themed party. Three Latino millennial comedians perform for all generations, with tickets including both the show and the party.

✨ Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella #5

Friday, April 25 | 7:30pm | Royal & McPherson | $30-$55

This award-winning musical reimagines Cinderella with a quirky twist, featuring Rodgers and Hammerstein's incredible music, stunning visuals, and real magic. Experience a refreshingly irreverent take on the classic fairy tale, perfect for the whole family.

✴️🛣️ IMPROV COMEDY Live at The Mint!

Friday, April 25 | 8pm | The Mint | $20

Experience side-splitting improv comedy at The Mint with Victoria's top performers. Enjoy exclusive happy hour deals while you laugh the night away.

✒️ Melanie Siebert Poetry

Friday, April 25 | 7pm | Russel Books | Free

Melanie Siebert reads from her award-winning poetry collection "Signal Infinities" exploring themes of bodily intelligence, pain, and environmental change.

✨ Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella #6

Saturday, April 26 | 2pm | Royal & McPherson | $30-$55

This award-winning musical reimagines Cinderella with a quirky twist, featuring Rodgers and Hammerstein's music, stunning visuals, and a blend of traditional and irreverent elements.

✴️🎭 Jerry Seinfeld

Saturday, April 26 | 7:30pm | Save On Foods Memorial Centre | $80-$800

Jerry Seinfeld brings his latest stand-up routine to Victoria's Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre on April 26, 2025. The legendary comedian promises an evening of laughs about life's little quirks.

💥 Hecklers Presents: Arthur Simeon

Saturday, April 26 | 7pm | Hecklers Bar & Grill | $22

Hecklers hosts top Canadian and international comics every Saturday, with early and late show options. Arrive 30 minutes before showtime for the best experience.

😅 Canada Tour: Neema Naz & Andrew Packer

Saturday, April 26 | 7-8:30pm | The Mint Restaurant | $37

Canada's most ESTUPID comedian and the host of Man News join forces for a co-headlined stand-up comedy tour. Expect an evening of hilarious performances from these Canadian comedy stars.Share the newsletter

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Sports & Athletic Events

🚴 Victoria Segment Challenge - Week Eight Challenge

Monday, April 21 | Anytime! | CRD | Free

The Victoria Segment Challenge is an 8-week cycling series where riders tackle two Strava segments each week, competing in categories or exploring new routes. Join anytime to ride at your convenience and have a chance at weekly draw prizes.

✴️🚶‍♀️ Walk & Talk Victoria

Monday, April 21 | 7pm | 1582 Fort St. | Free

A free walking club open to everyone meets on Mondays.

🏃‍♀️ VQRC Monday Run + Potluck

Monday, April 21 | 6pm | Hillside Park | Free

Join a community run around Quadra/Haultain with three pace groups, followed by a potluck. Meet at Hillside Park for a 5.25km route.

🤸‍♂️ Handstand Mastery Workshop

Sunday, April 27 | 4-6:30pm | Island Circus Space | $175-$200

Master the art of handstands in a 3-hour workshop led by Andrey Moraru, a celebrated performer from Cirque Du Soleil. Learn core basics and progress towards one-arm handstands with personalized guidance.

Arts & Creative Events

✍️ SongOwl

Monday, April 21 | 7-9pm | Haus of Owl | $0-$10

Writers gather to share and discuss their latest works-in-progress, from newly penned pieces to recently acquired skills. Come prepared to present your current project, no matter how incomplete, and engage in artistic dialogue with fellow creators.

📝 2nd Night of Sonnets: A Collective Poetry Reading

Wednesday, April 23 | 7pm | The Coda | $5

Immerse yourself in a multilingual poetry experience as sonnets are read in English, French, Italian, and Spanish at UVic. Texts will be provided, and attendees are welcome to participate in the readings.

🧠 Benji's Pub Quiz

Tuesday, April 22 | 7:30pm | Whistle Buoy Brewing | $24+

Test your knowledge at Benji's entertaining quiz night, starting promptly at 7:30 PM. Teams of 2, 4, or 6 can participate, with all proceeds going to the host.

🧵 Weaving Night

Thursday, April 24 | 7-9pm | Birdhouse Creative Studio | $45

Unwind and explore the art of weaving in this beginner-friendly workshop, creating your own small wall hanging with cozy yarns and dreamy textures.

🎤 Victoria Poetry Project

Thursday, April 24 | 6:30-9pm | Caffe Fantastico | $6-$15

Tongues of Fire hosts local poets and an open mic or poetry slam every second, third, and fourth Thursday of the month. Experience the power of spoken word in this vibrant community event.

✴️🫖 Clay Class: Travel Tumbler

Thursday, April 24 | 6:30pm | Fired Up Ceramics | $45+

Get creative with clay during this hands-on evening class. Make whatever inspires you, with guidance available if desired.

🤫 "Where Silence Wields the Night" A Solo Exhibition by Angel Yu

Thursday, April 24 | 5-8pm | Ministry of Casual Living | Free

Angel Yu, an artist from Hong Kong, explores the human body through diverse materials and technologies, pushing the boundaries of representation and identity in both physical and digital realms. Her work investigates the transformation of self across realities, questioning the nature of embodiment in our increasingly virtual world.

🎨 Urbanite

Friday, April 25 | 8-11pm | Art Gallery of Greater Victoria | $53-$158

Victoria's hottest night of art and mingling returns with a Pop Art theme! Experience exhibition activations, hands-on activities, custom drinks, and DJ beats at this late-night art party.

📚 Planet Earth Poetry - Junie Desil

Friday, April 25 | 7:30pm | Russell Books | By donation

Join poet Junie Désil for a reading from her evocative collection "Allostatic Load" exploring Black identity, ancestral trauma, and social justice.

🏺 Spring Vases at the Bent Mast Pub!

Friday, April 25 | 5:30pm | Bent Mast Pub | $45

Create two spring-themed vases at the Bent Mast Pub's craft night, choosing from various patterns to welcome the season in style.

✴️🌿 BYOV Terrarium Workshop

Friday, April 25 | 5:30-6:30pm | VI Plant Shop | $44

Create your own mini ecosystem in a hands-on terrarium workshop. Learn design and care techniques while crafting a unique plant paradise to take home.

Learning & Workshops

💬 Life Chats: Community and Belonging

Tuesday, April 22 | 7pm | NeighbourSpace | Free

Explore the meaning of community and how to build deeper connections at this monthly gathering for meaningful conversations and shared stories. Engage in thoughtful discussions about ideas and experiences that shape our lives.

🎨 Watercolour Painting with Richard Wong: Hedgehogs

Thursday, April 24 | 1-4pm | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific | $50-$60

Learn to paint adorable hedgehogs in this fun, relaxing workshop suitable for all skill levels. Richard's guidance ensures a delightful experience for both in-person and online participants.

💰 Unlocking Financial Resilience

Thursday, April 24 | 4-6pm | thedock - Centre for Social Impact | $35

Explore how money trauma impacts your leadership and learn strategies to shift from scarcity to sustainability in this workshop led by a certified facilitator. Uncover hidden narratives shaping your financial decisions to build a thriving, well-funded organization.

🍷 VINcabulary : Discovering Germany

Thursday, April 24 | 7-8:30pm | Vessel Liquor | $37

Embark on a German wine tasting journey, exploring world-class Rieslings and modern dry whites that showcase the country's rich winemaking heritage and unique terroir.

✴️👥 Men's Circle

Thursday, April 24 | 6pm | UVIC Sub | Free

Men's circles for connection and community, held weekly at UVic. Free event with food and drinks provided.

🍽️ Honour Your Health Challenge: Roots and Recipies

Thursday, April 24 | 12-1:30pm | VNFC Sunroom | Free

Explore your relationship with food through engaging lunchtime conversations. These sessions focus on small, impactful changes in perspective, with lunch provided and drop-ins welcome.

✴️👭 SHE LEADS 2025

Friday, April 25 | All weekend | Oak Bay Beach Hotel | $597+

Connect with like-minded women, share ideas, and fuel each other's ambitions in business and life. This empowering gathering offers real conversations and growth opportunities for women chasing big dreams.

🌱 Extending Your Harvest & Saving Seeds

Saturday, April 26 | 9:30am-12:30pm | Compost Education Centre | $30

Learn to extend your harvest into winter and save seeds in this hands-on workshop covering season extension techniques and seed saving basics. Explore real-life garden infrastructure with expert instructor Kayla Siefried.

✴️🐦 How Birds Help: Gardening with Reciprocity

Saturday, April 26 | 1-3pm | Compost Education Centre | $30

Learn about the role of birds in our ecosystem and how to create bird-friendly gardens in this interactive workshop. Discover common local species, pest control benefits, and ways to attract birds to your backyard.

💑 Together for Good - One Day Marriage Workshop - Connection Church

Saturday, April 26 | 8:45am-3:30pm | 3946 Quadra St #101 | $80-$100

Strengthen your relationship and build a foundation for lasting love at this one-day marriage workshop led by Family Life directors Jay and Gretta Kennedy. The workshop includes lunch, workbooks, and optional childcare.

Live Music & Concerts

2nd Night of Sonnets at The Coda. Tickets Here

London Calling at The Coda. Tickets Here

Monday, April 21

Tuesday, April 22

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