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Explore: Greek Fest returns; Sidney lantern fest; Cowichan wine tour

Explore: Greek Fest returns; Sidney lantern fest; Cowichan wine tour

If you have had a hankering for dolmades, calamari or arni psito (lamb roasted on a spit) lately, then it’s probably time for Greek Fest, an annual event for Victorians to indulge in Greek cuisine and culture over two weekends.

Critics’ picks: Terry Robb and Blue Hearts, Symphony by the Sea, Quinn and Qristina Bachand

BLUES What : Terry Robb with the Blue Hearts Where : Hermann’s Jazz Club, 753 View St. When : Thursday, Aug. 9, 8 p.m.
Explore: Cadboro Bay Festival, Perseid meteor shower, Littlest Air Show

Explore: Cadboro Bay Festival, Perseid meteor shower, Littlest Air Show

Enjoy a family-friendly day at the beach at the Cadboro Bay Festival, complete with sand sculpting, hands-on activities, inflatable amusements, information displays, arts and craft stations, food and fun, Sunday at Gyro Park in Cadboro Bay.

Critics' Picks: Angela Hewitt, Sonic Jazz Showcase, Curtain Up!

CLASSICAL What : Angela Hewitt Where : Christ Church Cathedral, 930 Burdett St. When : Thursday, 7.30 p.m.
Explore: Asian art exhibition honours patron

Explore: Asian art exhibition honours patron

There is no better time to view the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria’s newest exhibition of Asian art than admission by donation day, today at the art gallery. The exhibit, Remembering a Patron: Asian Art Donations from Dr.
Go! Calendar: August 2018

Go! Calendar: August 2018

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Explore: Fine art goes on show in Sooke

Explore: Fine art goes on show in Sooke

Work by unknown artists sits side-by-side with that of well-known names at the Sooke Fine Arts Show, which starts Friday and runs until Aug. 6 at the SEAPARC Leisure Complex in Sooke.
Explore: Art Gallery Paint-In, Gorge Swim Fest, Nanaimo Bathtub Race

Explore: Art Gallery Paint-In, Gorge Swim Fest, Nanaimo Bathtub Race

Celebrate a great spot for swimming with dip in Gorge Dip in your toes carefully or jump with gusto into Victoria’s original swimming hole at the Gorge Swim Fest in Vic West's Banfield Park on Sunday.
Explore: Military museum’s open day promises fun and fascination

Explore: Military museum’s open day promises fun and fascination

Discover the history and heritage of Canada’s Navy on the West Coast and the military on southern Vancouver Island at the annual Open House at the CFB Esquimalt Naval and Military Museum, Saturday at Naden.

Critics' Picks: Kenobi Quartet; All Together Now; Kalabante

MUSIC What : The Kenobi Quartet and the Modal Nodes Tribute Band Where : Victoria Event Centre, 1415 Broad St. When : Friday, July 6, 8 p.m. Tickets : $20 at eventbrite.