Happy November, Greater Victoria!

Expected a quiet post-Halloween week? Not even close! We've packed 23 events into this edition—and yes, Christmas is already creeping onto the calendar for those early planners and holiday enthusiasts.

This week's Family Fun picks have everything: the perfect cure for Blue Jays heartbreak, an incredible guided experience at the Goldstream salmon run, and free creative Sunday fun with the kids. In News Bites, we're tackling the giant nine-foot tires washing up on our shores and answering a burning question: where DO those adorable Beacon Hill Park animals go when winter arrives?

Grab your second (or third) cup of coffee and let's dive in! ☕