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Discover OAK BAY GARDENWORKS continues to bloom on Oak Bay Avenue
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iana Meagher and her GARDENWORKS team of plant nuts have been transplanted just down the road and are thrilled to welcome Victoria gardeners to their new garden centre located at 2040 Oak Bay Avenue! “We are so grateful for the outpouring of support for our neighbourhood garden centre. We learned two years ago that, after nearly 30 years of being part of the Oak Bay community, we would be faced with finding a new location” comments Meagher. So many talented professionals came together to keep our garden centre in the heart of Oak Bay. City officials, Victoria architects, skilled carpenters & builders
all collaborated to convert a neighbourhood gym into an inspiring, leading edge garden centre. A real gem for Oak Bay. Brand new to the community is a “BOTANICAL BAR”, where gardeners can create their own succulent gardens or tropical terrariums. Once we emerge from COVID restrictions, we look forward to hosting workshops and private events where guests, or groups of friends can be inspired and guided in their planting projects. What fun! “It’s exciting to have added space for MORE gorgeous, on-trend plants” noted Patricia Bryant, 20 year resident plant expert at GardenWorks. The space is filled with lush tropicals,
fall-blooming perennials, locally grown trees & shrubs, and of course autumn inspired planters, garden mums, pansies, ornamental kale and grasses. As always, if you are seeking advice on keeping your plants healthy, potting up fall planters or growing a fall veggie garden, Gardenworks’ experienced team of horticulturalists are delighted to help! The past 18 months have truly underscored just how important gardening, and connecting to nature is to the well being of families and communities, and we are grateful to be able to remain part of our Oak Bay community. gardenworks.ca/oakbay
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he Old Farm Market in Victoria is creeping up on two years since we opened! In that time, so much has changed in our store. When we opened, we were a modest produce market with a boutique grocery and deli offering, but due to overwhelming customer requests, we have expanded
into a one-stop-shop, complete with a fresh meat department, frozen foods department, as well as a full-serve custom sandwich bar. We have everything you need to complete your grocery shop! “My favourite thing about this business is the relationships we’ve built with our customers and with our local vendors and farmers. Truly, this is a local-supporting-local operation, and these relationships have been instrumental in our success” says Kyle Penny, Store Manager. “We couldn’t have done it without the support of
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our amazing customers.” In its first year eligible, The Old Farm Market Victoria placed in the top 3 finalists for produce in a popular local showcase of the best businesses in Victoria. To be recognized for this so early on in our journey is incredibly rewarding. We want to extend our utmost gratitude to our loyal customers. It’s because of you that your local neighborhood grocer is thriving and can continue to offer you an incredible shopping experience! Thank you, and we hope to see you soon! The Old Farm Market is located at 2585 Cadboro Bay Road and is open daily from 8AM to 8PM.
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Sampsons Antiques & Fine Jewelry Gallery
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riginally established in 2013 on the mainland in Tsawwassen BC, Sampsons Antiques and Fine Jewelry Gallery is a new addition to Oak Bay that specializes in a unique variety of hand selected European antiques, decorative arts, fine estate jewelry and much more. This curated space offers a relaxed and comfortable environment for antique enthusiasts, jewelry lovers, collectors of fine objects or anyone looking for that unique decorative piece for their living space. Catering to all budgets with new pieces being added every week, there is always something new to see and experience. In addition, they also offer a select variety of brand new GIA graded diamond jewelry at competitive prices. Layaway is available on most items in store
and rental services to the film industry are also offered. Private appointments, curbside pickup, free local delivery on most items as well as worldwide shipping options are available. In addition to selling, buying and consignment services are offered on select quality antiques, decorative arts, estate jewelry, sterling silver, diamonds and artwork. GIA graduate gemologist and buyer is available most days by appointment. Sampsons Antiques and Fine Jewelry Gallery is open Tuesday – Saturday 12-5pm or shop online and connect with them anytime at: Web: sampsons.ca Instagram: @sampsonsantiqueco Facebook: @sampsons.ca TikTok: sampsonsantiques 2205 Oak Bay Ave. 778-434-3313
Sampsons antiques • decorative arts • fine jewelry Specializing in hand-selected antiques, fine jewelry, decorative arts and more from Europe and North America. Offering one-of-a-kind pieces at accessible prices. We hope that when shopping with us, you’ll experience the thrill of the hunt just as much as you do the joy of the find. Check us out today at 2205 Oak Bay Ave. Open Tuesday – Saturday 12-5pm. 778-434-3313
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I wish I’d moved here sooner We hear that a lot. Located in the walkable, beautiful heart of Oak Bay, Carlton House features 88 suites designed to foster independence and true quality of life. Carlton House offers a variety of personalized suite configurations, from studios to two-bedroom, so have a look at our retirement suite floor plans and see what best matches your lifestyle. We welcome both individuals and couples. Why choose Carlton House? In every aspect, we've created a special place to live, offering you a personalized, superior quality of life and exceptional amenities that enhance your happiness and well-being every day. Did you know that in 2017, Oak Bay was voted best place to live in BC and one of the top 3 places to live in Canada? Carlton House is within short walking distance to shops, art galleries, coffee shops, banks, a community and cultural centre, the Oak Bay Marina, and even a local pub. For residents who like to get out and about, our location provides almost immediate access to these wonderful amenities within a village atmosphere. And beautiful beaches are just down the road. The dining ambiance, our Chef, and the diverse menus of Carlton House set us apart. In fact, the quality of Carlton House food is reason enough to choose us. We believe in fresh — fresh fruit, fresh vegetables, prime cuts, variety in our menus, and there are plenty of special occasions with seasonal and themed menus. Most importantly, “your diet is our diet”, in that we cater to most dietary needs, while making sure your meals are healthy and delicious. The full meaning of “quality of life” is found at Carlton House. Contact us to learn more. We look forward to welcoming you to your new home. Reception: 250.595.1914
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Discover OAK BAY The Avenue Gallery has been welcoming art lovers for over 18 years
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he Avenue Gallery has been welcoming art lovers for over 18 years. The Dutch door is always open to passersby for their first peek into the world of art, as well as the seasoned and knowledgeable collector. This thoughtfully curated space provides a welcoming and comfortable environment for anyone looking for a unique addition to a collection, a special gift for weddings, retirements, birthdays or just because. With this broad spectrum of clients in mind, the gallery offers complimentary art consultations
every budget. A key resource for all professionals in the industry, the gallery offers clients carefully chosen works of art that express individuality and are tailored to their environment. With an unsurpassed collection of paintings, sculpture, ceramics, glass and jewellery by over 60 Canadian artists, The Avenue Gallery is a veritable feast for the eyes. The gallery’s e-commerce website makes it easy to order your perfect artwork from home. Shop online at theavenuegallery.com Don’t miss The Avenue Gallery’s highly anticipated upcoming fall exhibitions. Brent Lynch: October 21 to November 1, Bi Yuan Cheng: November 18 to 29. ‘All That Glitters’ Victoria Hospice Jewellery Fundraiser: December 2 – 24, the perfect start to the holiday season. Looking fabulous has never had such a worthy payoff! The Avenue Gallery is open Monday – Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 11am-4:30pm. 2184 Oak Bay Avenue, 250-598-2184.
and superimposing of artwork into photos of clients’ spaces. Patrons may take artwork home ‘on approval’ for up to 48 hours. If the piece is not a perfect fit for the environment, it may be returned. Flexible payment plans and lease-to-own options are offered. Private appointments, curbside pick-up and worldwide shipping are available. For many of Victoria’s top interior designers, The Avenue Gallery adds the finishing touches to corporate and residential projects, enhancing any environment and respecting
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lower lovers wait for it all year, watching for the first giant colourful blooms to arrive, announcing the beginning of dahlia season! These eyecatching blooms are hard to resist whether it’s a single giant bloom in an elegant container or a colourful selection in various shapes and sizes. They make spectacular stand-alone flowers and they also work well in an arrangement. The diverse size and shape of all the dahlias is accompanied by a kaleidoscope of colour. Our Dahlias are grown locally by Connie Young-Davis, who has been developing her awardwinning blooms for over two decades. Twenty-six years ago, Connie met a gentleman by the name of Harry Van Dyke who was a highly respected and extremely accomplished expert who grew dahlias in Victoria. His knowledge
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and passion for growing dahlias inspired a young gardener to try her hand at doing the same, with results we look forward to every year. Connie can be found in her garden before the sun rises and often is there when the sun sets. She grows a huge range of dahlias in varying sizes, complexity and colour combinations. Varieties range from giant dinner plate dahlias, which can be as large as 12 inches across, to gorgeous ball and cactus shapes which feature dense bursts of colour.
Working with over 125 varieties of dahlias, Connie recently began hybridization of her dahlias which has brought about some unusual and lovely results. We are so blessed that the “Dahlia Queen” as she is known in dahlia circles sells her award winning blooms through our store. Stop by the shop, say hi to Charlie and treat yourself to some of these gorgous blooms. These and our other local summer flowers pair together to make gorgeous bouquets and we do deliver! Oak Bay Flower Shop Ltd 102-2187 Oak Bay Ave Victoria, B.C. Phone: 250-595-2421 or Toll Free 1-800-667-2421, Email: order@oakbayflowershop.com • We offer The Freshest Flowers, The Best Value, & Great Service • Fabulous Flowers, Gorgeous Gifts & Gift Baskets • We send Flowers World Wide and offer same day delivery in Greater Victoria oakbayflowershop.com
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s the global shipping crisis continues and companies struggle to get products where they are needed on time, the issues of the 2020 bicycle shortage seem to be insignificant for most shops as the struggles of selling through 2021 seem to be worsening. These days it seems hard to walk into a bike shop and not hear horror stories of timelines of months or years into the future. These timelines are not only affecting bicycles but also items such as helmets, locks and other accessories. At Oak Bay Bicycles we have had to be quick on our feet and adapt to the changing times, while still maintaining our customer experience. Whether you are looking for a new ride or some accessories to get you back on your bike,
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s a hearing health care professional, this is a common question. The majority of people living with hearing loss do not realize the extent of their hearing difficulties. The main reason prompting people to get their hearing checked is family members who are frustrated living with someone who has hearing loss. When someone has mildto-moderate hearing loss, they will hear relatively well if talking to them face-to-face in a quiet environment but will not hear well when not facing them, are in different rooms, or if there is background noise. The hearing-impaired individual will often say, “How can I hear you when you’re talking into the fridge?” or “You talk so softly?” Repeatedly asking “please say it again” is an indicator hearing loss exists. Convincing someone the reason they keep asking people to repeat themselves is because their hearing ability is at fault can seem impossible. It can take years for people to accept that their hearing is deteriorating. Belief that wearing hearing aids is
admitting you’re “getting old”. Ironically, the symptoms of hearing loss become more obvious when hearing aids are not used. I suggest lovingly explaining that you are growing frustrated with having to repeat yourself. Let them know for one week, you are going to note every time you need to repeat yourself. Also set the TV volume to a certain level, tracking the times they need to increase the volume. After 7 days, discuss the results, and encourage them to get a hearing assessment. When they are ready for a complimentary hearing assessment, the hearing health professionals at NexGen Hearing will be ready to answer any question or concerns they may have. Learn more or book an appointment by visiting nexgenhearing.com
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