Wednesday, October 1
Byrd and Waken in Merlin
North Carolina folk-music troubadours Jonathon Byrd and Johnny Waken, who’ve recently recorded a free album that can be downloaded through bandcamp.com, are currently touring through Canada and have hit the west coast. They will be performing with special guest Shari Ulrich at Merlin’s Sun House, a 50-seater theatre inside an old home on Fairfield Road. Any talent coming from North Carolina is bound to be a toe tappin’ good time. For more information, call 250–598–7488.
Thursday, October 2
Lucky Bar sure to be Pack-ed
Vancouver rock duo The Pack A.D is once again blessing Victoria with their presence. They will be bringing their queer magic to the stage at Lucky Bar. Advance tickets can be snatched up at Lyle’s Place or Ditch Records for the low price of $16.50. Doors are at 8 pm if you’re super keen. Go to atomiqueproductions.com for more info.
Friday, October 3
Tribute to Queen Bey featuring Jay-Z
Head downtown to Lucky Bar on Yates Street if you’re #flawless, #irreplaceable, or a #survivor, because this night paying tribute to Beyonce and her sidekick, Jay-Z, is sure to be a lot of fun for all the single ladies. Jokes aside, this should be a worthy night of great music and dancing with special hip-hop dancer guests from Victoria’s own Vibestreet Dance Studios. Tickets are available at the door or at ticketzone.com for $12.50 and doors open at 10 pm.
Saturday, October 4
lessLIE’s perspective on the YOUniverse
Coast Salish artist lessLIE brings you an exhibition of explorations into his perspective on the universe. The exhibit will include lessLIE’s Coast Salish cosmograms, which are small graphic visualizations of the natural world, as well as some of his major works of art. The purpose is to give a visual explanation of the relationship and effect between the very small and very large, which lessLIE believes exists in all things. Duality? smALL runs until November 1 at Alcheringa Gallery (665 Fort St.).
Sunday, October 5
Motorbikes and flash tattoos
Do you or someone you know have a motorcycle and want an excuse to show it off? Want to add a motorcycle-themed piece of ink to your tattoo collection? All proceeds from Urge Studios’ Motorcycle Cruise and Flash Tattoo Fundraiser go to the Foundation for Injured Motorcyclists. At 10 am, everyone is welcome to meet at Clover Point for the second annual Urge Ink & Ride, with all makes, models, and riders welcome. Pre-drawn flash tattoos will be available (first come, first serve) at Urge Studios on Cook Street for $60 each (donations welcome) after the cruise, which will start at Clover Point and continue along the Dallas Road scenic route, eventually ending up back at the tattoo shop for coffee and inking.
Wednesday, October 8
CRD encourages courteous cruising
Next Wednesday is Bike to Work Day, and the Capital Regional District is offering those who take the Cruise with Courtesy pledge a chance to win some awesome, bike-related products. This initiative aims to teach citizens that no matter what form of transport you are using, we all have the same rights and responsibilities on roads and trails. Pledge your allegiance to courteous cruising at crd.bc.ca and be entered to win.
Thursday, October 9
Get down to Earthfest
The University of Victoria Sustainability Project will be hosting a day of workshops, music, food, speakers, discussions, and film screenings, bringing up many issues regarding sustainability, environmentalism, and activism. All events are free and run from noon through 8:30 pm in the Student Union Building at UVic. Sign up over at community.creativelyfortheplanet.org if you are interested in volunteering at the event.
Friday, October 10
Prison theatre
Canada’s only inmate-run prison theatre company, William Head on Stage, invites the public to enjoy their “heartfelt contemporary fable,” Time Waits for No One. Inmates have worked all summer with director Kate Rubin to bring this play to the public, which is inspired by author Mitch Albom’s The Five People You Meet in Heaven. Public performances begin October 10 and run through to the second week of November. William Head prison is located in Metchosin (a 35-minute drive from Victoria). Tickets are $20 and must be purchased prior to the show at MyChosin Café, or at TicketRocket located inside the Intrepid Theatre at 1609 Blanshard Rd. Go to whonstage.weebly.com for show times and other information.
Saturday, October 11
Roll Into Lacey-Lou Tapas Lounge
If you’ve been to Lacey-Lou Tapas Lounge on Broad Street, you know what a creative community space it is. From 8:30–10 pm, Victoria’s The Rolling Capones, with special guest Aiden Snider, will bring you a night of folk, rock, and jazz. There’s no cover fee for this show; however, you are encouraged to buy a few drinks and maybe even try something off of the menu (the bacon-wrapped dates are recommended).