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Hot L Baltimore

The understated community of ‘Hot L Baltimore’

The work of Landford Wilson, Hot L Baltimore’s playwright, has been described as “portrait[s] of losers on the margins of life.”
Fat Sisters Vintage

Fat Sisters Vintage: Victoria’s first plus size consignment store

Fat Sisters Vintage has a wonderful, welcoming atmosphere the moment you step through the door with bright, colourful clothes.
100 years of Broadway

‘100 Years of Broadway’ is a fun medley best suited for fans of the genre

100 Years of Broadway is exactly what it says. From A Chorus Line to Hamilton, the Phoenix explores Broadway’s evolution.

The Belfry’s Game:Play explores the child-like wonder of playing games

Shadow puppet and improv show Game:Play is centered around childlike absurdity, situational humour, and the wonder of playing games.
Art Gallery of Great Victoria

Art Gallery of Greater Victoria exhibits the life of Victoria-born painter

I recently visited the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria to view the exhibition Unexpected: The Life and Art of Sophie Pemberton.
Everdell

The best nature-themed board games

Everdell has some of the cutest critters and artwork available and comes with a 3D model tree that will wow anyone who plays it with you. 

Taste test: I tried a variety of honey from all around the region

I decided to taste test local Victoria honey. I ended up learning a lot about the relationship between local production and climate change.
Haunted Walk

Dare to discover the ghosts of Victoria 

October is the perfect time to explore Victoria's spooky legends on a “Ghostly Walk” led by Discover the Past, a local walking tour company.
Ross Bay Cemetery

Five notable female graves at Ross Bay Cemetery

Halloween is right around the corner, and in a city as old as Victoria, there’s always something interesting to do.

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