EventsPosted Sat
Lila’s Events has September availability for face painting, decorations and activities. Contact the organizer through the original post.
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September 5, 2026 · 5 min · about one cup of tea
Good morning, Oak Bay. There’s a charity garage sale on Dalhousie this morning, a borrowed-bike mission in the group, and a few dates to save before September fills up. Let’s get you sorted.
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Oak Bay Recreation Centre closes September 9 from 9am to 5:30pm for a planned power outage. Last morning admission is 8:30am; programs during the closure are cancelled. Check for reopening updates before making the trip.Victoria NewsA beach fire beside the painted chairs
Firefighters responded near McNeill Bay’s Adirondack chairs on September 1. The District says the crew arrived in under five minutes.Oak Bay NewsSomeone keeps taking the tree cages
Volunteers have been replacing the metal guards that protect young Garry oaks from deer in Uplands Park. More were reported stolen on August 25, with the latest loss valued at about $200. Police are seeking information.From around Oak Bay
A few things neighbours shared
Mary McArthur PhotographyEvening light at Oak Bay Marina
Mary McArthur photographed the evening light behind the sailboat masts at Oak Bay Marina.
Andrew GibbsThe Tree that Listened to the Sea
Andrew Gibbs started “The Tree that Listened to the Sea” at the beach and finished it in his studio. The arbutus is the subject; the thick strokes of oil paint give the water its movement.
Carla Thorneloe-WormaldApples at Dean and Kings
A basket of apples and a handwritten sign at Dean and Kings, near Jubilee. Carla Thorneloe-Wormald spotted this little fruit stand.
September in the village
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WantedPosted Sat
A resident is looking for a couple of people to relocate furniture within their home, including bedroom pieces from the upper level to the lower. No professionals required, just careful moving.
WantedPosted Sat
A neighbour is looking for someone to trim one side of a cedar hedge, about 10 feet wide and 9 feet high, and take away the clippings. Recommend someone or offer a hand on the original post.
EventsPosted Sat
Oak Bay Village's final summer market is Wednesday, Sept. 9, 4–8pm on Oak Bay Avenue. Browse local vendors, enjoy live music and bring the family. Rain or shine. Details: visitoakbayvillage.ca.
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