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CRITICS' PICKS FILM What: Ai WeiWei: Never Sorry Where: Cinecenta, UVic When: Aug. 19-25, 7 and 9 p.m. Why: There's more to the charismatic Chinese artist and outspoken dissident of this revealing documentary's title than meets the eye.

The comic whisperer

Marc Maron found success interviewing comedy greats

Attractions

All Fun Karts, Cages, Clubs and Camping open weekends from 11a.m.- 7 p.m. (weather permitting) at 2207 Millstream Rd. Choose one fun activity or do all three for a special reduced rate. Bring the family, there is something for everyone.
India Mela brings Bollywood to Centennial Square

India Mela brings Bollywood to Centennial Square

ARTS AND CULTURE East meets west at India Mela, a celebration of culture hosted by the India Canada Cultural Association this weekend.

Sumissions

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Stuntman's death highlights dangers in big-screen thrills

The veteran action stars of The Expendables 2 say a stuntman's onset death served as a reminder of the danger behind building big-screen thrills.

Go Movies

RATINGS Rating 5 Outstanding Rating 4 Very Good Rating 3 Good Rating 2 Fair Rating 1 Poor OPENING The Expendables 2 (Cineplex Odeon Victoria, Cineplex Odeon Westshore, SilverCity) After a seemingly routine mission goes awry, a band of mercenaries see

Elvis fans head to Graceland

Tens of thousands of Elvis Presley fans are expected to pay respects to the rock 'n' roll icon during a candlelight vigil at Graceland marking the 35th anniversary of his death.

Promoted to 'supervisor' after first try at DIY

The guys were discussing their DIY projects. These were serious ventures requiring sweat, mathematical skill and all-Canadian know-how. One fellow rebuilt a fence; another drywalled a bedroom.

Island's fibre frenzy results in glut of vendors

PREVIEW Fibrations When: Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: St.