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July 2009
Cinema by the Sea
July 30, 2009
Cinema by the Sea featuring a pyrotechnic pre-show is being held in the field adjacent to the Mary Winspear Centre at dusk. More information to follow.
Art in the Afternoon
July 30, 2009
The Arts Council is offering a series of free art classes for seniors on the Arts Centre deck overlooking Bazan Bay the first being Novice Sketching on Thursday, July 30 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and includes tea and coffee. 12 participants per class. Please register to reserve your spot by calling the Arts Centre at Tulista Park on 250-656-7400. Enjoy an afternoon of art and friendship and take home a piece of art!
Christmas in July
July 25, 2009
Christmas in July craft sale is being held on Saturday, July 25 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Guide/Scout Hall at Third Street and Bevan Avenue. Be prepared for Christmas! Crafts, baking and more!
Merchants Against Money Laundering
July 23, 2009
The RCMP is making a presentation for merchants against money laundering being held on July 23, at 3:00 p.m. at the Mary Winspear Centre. A 45 minute presentation will be delivered by the RCMP Specialized Unit and will give an interesting insight into organized crime and what tools can be employed to fight it's creeping influx. For more information please call the Sidney Business Association at 250-655-6417
Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre Talk Series
July 14, 2009
Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre Talk Series - Life in the extremes by Dr.Verena Tunnicliffe to be held on Tuesday, July 14 at 7:00 p.m. Regular admissions apply.
Sidney Sidewalk Sale
July 5, 2009
The annual Sidewalk Sale on Beacon Avenue from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. For more information please call Sidney Business Association on 250-655-6417
Sidney Summer Market
June 4 - August 27, 2009
The tenth annual Sidney Summer Market runs every Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For more information visit: www.sidneysummermarket.com
Artisans Summer Show July 11- August 30, 2009
Arts Centre Sidney
15th annual artisans show and sale takes place in the Arts Centre, Sidney. The show features quality traditional and contempory arts and crafts. Something for everyone!. Free admission.
Gallery by the Sea
June 1 - September 21, 2009
An annual display of paintings by local artists on the Fish Hut at the bottom of Beacon Avenue. Public vote for their favourite by ballot boxes located in the Cannery breezeway, Historical Museum, Laroche Gallery and the Arts Centre in Tulista Park. Nine artists with three winners. Paintings are on display during the months of June, July and August and are for sale.
Summer Sounds Concert Series
July 5- September 6, 2009
Every Sunday from July 5-September 6 in Beacon Park from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Free admission, donations welcome.  July 5 - The Timebenders, July 12 - The Sutcliffes, July 19 - The Commodores, July 26 - Johnny Vallis   
Sea King Helicopter, July 1, 2009 As part of the Canada Day celebrations the Sea King Helicopter from 443 Squadron will be landing in the field adjacent to the Mary Winspear Centre at 6:00 a.m. and will be open for tours from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. For more information please contact the Sidney Business Association on 250-655-6417
Best Western #99
Nascar Show Car
July 1, 2009
The Best Western Emerald Isle Motor Inn brings the excitement of NASCAR home with a special showing of the Best Western #99 Busch Series Show Car  on Wednesday, July 1 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Nascar fans will have the chance to get up close to a replica of the car driven by David Reutimann in April 2008 in the Bashas' Supermarkets 200 at Phoenix International Raceway. In addition to photo opportunities, visitors will also be able to see the car in the Canada Day Parade at 11:00 a.m.
Sidney Day 5k Run and Walk
July 1, 2009
Peninsula Track and Field Club is hosting a 5K run and walk and a 2K youth run starting at 8:00 a.m. on Bevan Avenue at 7th Street, adjacent to Mary Winspear Centre, and finishing on 8th Street. Pre-registration from 6:45 a.m. Admission is $15 per person, $5 youth and family $2 per person off for more than three applicants.
For more information please contact Chris Lott on 250-656-3961 or go to www.pentrack.org
Sidney Days
CANADA DAY
July 1, 2009


Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast to be held in the Mary Winspear Centre from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Canada Day Parade starts at 11:00 a.m. from Beacon Avenue.
Family Fun Fair, featuring the Panorama "bouncy castle" to be held in the field adjacent to the Mary Winspear Centre from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m., includes the Sidney Rotary Club Games of Chance from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. and back by popular demand - "The Doggonest Dog Show" from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
New for  2009 - The Canada Day Air Band Competition from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Slegg" Build-a-Boat Race " building of the boats to be held in Beacon Park from 12:00 noon to 4:30 p.m.  and the launching is at 5:00 p.m.
For more information please contact Peninsula Celebration Society on 250-656-4365
Please contact the Sidney Information Centre if you want to submit your event.


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