Avery Raquel ~ 2026 Slow Motion Tour

Beach Social

Meet us outside the Jamie Cassels Centre (on the side that faces the UVic Busloop). Join us at the beach to play games, enjoy some snacks, and meet fellow Global Community students! A volunteer will meet you at UVic (outside of the Jamie Cassels Centre) and together with a group you will walk down to Cadboro Bay Beach. We look forward to seeing you there! REGISTER HERE

Busking Showcase - September

FURNISHING JAZZ – immersing design in harmony

Luxe Home Interiors. CONCERT SERIES (Fall-Winter 2026) Friday, September 4th – guitarists Elliot Freedman and John Stowell Deeply listenable, definition-defying jazz guitar to the power of two, as Portland’s John Stowell joins composer-guitarist Elliot Freedman (with Dan Howard, bass). Friday, October 9th – saxophonist Ryan Oliver and bassist Louis Rudner Reedsman Ryan Oliver and bassist Louis Rudner in an assuredly virtuosic profession of the art of jazz well beyond its foundational Standards. Friday, November 6th – vibraphonist Nick Apivor and pianist Attila Fias Strikingly sonorous is vibraphonist Nick Apivor on jazz both within & beyond its main streams—as is pianist Attila Fias, who joins for this special duo concert. Friday, December 4th – pianist Chris Gestrin on Fender Rhodes & Moog bass Honouring jazz pianists’ electric & eclectic spirits and their classic ‘70s sounds, Chris Gestrin plays on the Fender Rhodes piano with classic Moog synth bass. Wine and chocolate will be available for purchase in advance of the concerts and in the intermissions, thanks to Renaissance Wines and Sirene Chocolate. Dining before the concerts at Block Kitchen & Bar, quote “FURNISHING JAZZ” for a discount. Kind thanks to Magnolia Hotel & Spa (and The Courtney Room), the series accommodation sponsor. FURNISHING JAZZ donates proceeds to the Victoria Women’s Transition House. Join me to listen in style!