Friday, September 23
Mechanical engineering project showcase
Students in Camosun’s Mechanical Engineering Technology program are inviting the public to check out what they’ve created from 10 am until 2 pm at the basketball courts in the Interurban campus courtyard. Last year’s showcase had everything from a secret passage and revolving bookcase to a new wheelchair gearing system that would triple the chair’s potential speed while increasing safety by controlling balance and speed. Come see what this year’s students have created.
Friday, September 23
Chargers tip-off dinner
The Camosun College Chargers men’s and women’s basketball coaches and student athletes are hosting their fifth annual fundraising dinner at the Harbour Towers Hotel and Suites on Friday, September 23. In addition to the food and entertainment this year, Canadian basketball coaching icon Don Horwood will be in attendance. Tickets for the event are $150 per person and include a $75 tax receipt.
Monday, September 26
Poetry in the Raw
For the fifth and final time, local spoken word artists will be bearing their soul and their birthday suits for Poetry in the Raw, Victoria’s award-winning nude poetry show. This year’s event will include the 2011 Vic Slam Team—who for the first time is a completely male team—as well as audience favourites like Skawt Chonzz, Jane Bee, and host Missie Peters. There will be music by DJ Dodd and body-themed treats by the Solstice Café. Tickets are $15-$18, and doors are at 7:30 pm at the Victoria Event Centre (1415 Broad St). This event is for those 18 years or older.
Tuesday, September 27
Free dental hygiene screening
The dental hygiene clinic at the Lansdowne campus is now accepting clients of all ages for professional dental hygiene care, offering preventative services done by Camosun’s dental students. A free preliminary screening is required for adults, though children and youth are tested in one appointment and don’t require a separate screening. The free 30-minute screening appointments can be booked for Tuesday, September 27 from 1–3 pm. Call 250–370–3184 or email smile@camosun.bc.ca for bookings and more info.
Tuesday, September 27 and Wednesday, September 28
The National Ballet of Canada
Celebrating its 60th year, the National Ballet of Canada is coming to Victoria for two nights at the Royal Theatre. The Man in Black by James Kudelka, Emergence by Crystal Pite (which features 38 dancers), and The Second Detail by William Forsythe will grace the stage, starting at 7:30 pm both nights. Tickets are $50-$75.50 for single seating. Check out www.dancevictoria.com for more information.
Saturday, October 1 to Monday, October 3
Art of the Cocktail
This three-day fundraiser for the Victoria Film Festival (VFF) celebrates the artistic, crafty, and traditional nature of the cocktail. The Crystal Garden and Chateau Victoria will play host to this event, which featuring workshops and cocktail tastings. Tickets are only available in advance, and can be purchased from the VFF Office (1225 Blanshard St.) on weekdays between 10 am and 4 pm.