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SUMMARY:Salt Spring Books And Bling Sale
DESCRIPTION:Books and Bling is Salt Spring Literacy’s biggest annual fundraiser and one of the region’s best places to find gently used books and eclectic jewelry. Expect more than 20\,000 books across 30-plus genres\, a curated bling room with vintage and designer pieces\, and a friendly\, community-first vibe that makes browsing feel like a treasure hunt with your savviest friend. \nKey dates & hours\n\nMembers Preview Night\, Thursday November 6\, 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM (members only).\nPublic sale\, Friday November 7 to Saturday November 8\, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.\nFinal sale day\, Sunday November 9\, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.\n\nWhat to expect at Salt Spring Books And Bling Sale\nYou will find well organized tables of fiction and nonfiction\, a children’s section with bargain prices\, and a Bling Room featuring designer\, vintage and costume jewelry priced from about $2 to $200. Special\, valuable volumes are appraised and displayed separately. All proceeds support Salt Spring Literacy programs for children\, youth\, adults and seniors. \nBooks accepted and not accepted\nAccepted examples\nRecent fiction and literature\, children’s and YA\, arts and crafts\, gardening\, cooking\, biographies\, history\, science\, and more. \nNot accepted examples\nBooks with missing pages\, moldy or damaged books\, textbooks\, workbooks\, dictionaries\, Bibles or other religious texts\, magazines\, and older technical computer books. \nVolunteers and membership\nVolunteers are essential to the sale\, from sorting donations to floor shifts during the event. If you want to help\, sign up early via the Books & Bling volunteer page or email bbsl@saltspringliteracy.org. Membership is $10 and gives access to Preview Night and member buying privileges. \nVisitor tips\n\nArrive early on Friday for the best selection\, or come Sunday for bargain hunting when prices are often lower.\nIf you have jewelry to donate\, wrap small pieces and label anything with provenance if you know it. Appraisals are done onsite for higher-end items.\n\nEvent details\, donation windows\, and volunteer needs are confirmed on the Salt Spring Literacy Books & Bling page. Check their site the week of the event for any last-minute updates.
URL:https://missygoesboating.com/event/salt-spring-books-and-bling-sale/
LOCATION:Salt Spring Farmers Institute\, 351 Rainbow Rd\, Ganges\, Salt Spring Island\, BC\, Canada.
CATEGORIES:BC,Kids & Family,Literature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salt Spring Literacy Society":MAILTO:info@saltspringliteracy.org
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SUMMARY:Art of the Cocktail
DESCRIPTION:Art of the Cocktail 2025 is Victoria’s big night out for cocktail lovers and style-seekers. Over 50 local and national exhibitors pour creative cocktails and spirits while guests sample\, vote for the most popular drink\, and compete for Best Dressed. Expect retro Summer of ’55 vibes\, live music\, and plenty of flattering photo light. \nQuick details\n\nVIP entry: 5:30 PM\nGeneral entry: 6:30 PM\nTicket range: $89 to $119 plus service fees (buy early; tickets go on sale August 1)\nVenue: Crystal Garden\, downtown Victoria\n\nWhat to expect\n\nMore than 50 exhibitors serving cocktails\, spirits\, and tasting flights.\nBest Dressed Competition with prize tickets to the Victoria Film Festival Opening Gala.\nVote for Most Popular Cocktail; winners get media coverage and a VIP table at the next event.\nRetro theme and live music for a lively\, photo-friendly night out.\n\nWhy you should go to Art of the Cocktail\nThis is part tasting event\, part people-watching party\, and part fundraiser for the Victoria Film Festival. It’s a great date night or girls’ night where you can try new drinks\, discover local distillers\, and enjoy a well-styled crowd. \nPractical tips\n\nArrive early if you like browsing slowly and chatting with exhibitors.\nBring a small pouch for your essentials; Crystal Garden is busy and you want your hands free for a sample glass.\nWear your best mid-century nod if you’re tempted by the Best Dressed contest.\nCheck dietary or accessibility notes on the event page if you need special accommodations.\n\nEvent details\, exhibitor list and ticket availability can change. Confirm current info and buy tickets on the Victoria Film Festival site the week of the event. \n\nArt of the Cocktail 2025\nA little taste of what’s coming your way.
URL:https://missygoesboating.com/event/art-of-the-cocktail/
LOCATION:Crystal Garden\, 713 Douglas St\, Victoria\, BC V8W 3M6\, Canada.
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Film Festival (VFF)":MAILTO:boxoffice@victoriafilmfestival.com
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