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August 2023
Explore Gorge Park!
Gorge Park
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here is still ample summer to soak up before we head into the colder months. Take advantage of the longer days by exploring a new park or trail and watch for the change in seasons. Events are still in full swing in Esquimalt with a very busy events calendar—more events are added all the time so check it out online as well. Esquimalt has been recognized numerous times lately as a destination community for international restaurants. Come and check out somewhere new to you. Thai, Syrian, Vietnamese, East African and Filipino are just a few of the flavours you’ll fi nd. Whether you walk, bus, bike, boat or drive, our compact community means that there is always lots to explore!
EVENTS
Gorge Vale Golf Course
ESQUIMALT FARMERS MARKET Mondays at Gorge Park Thursdays at Memorial Park 4:30PM–7:30PM Find locally grown produce, live music, food trucks and artisans! Follow us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram @esquimaltmarket or visit esquimaltmarket.com
SPLASH PAD AT THE ESQUIMALT ADVENTURE PARK Open until Labour Day 10:00AM–7:00PM
ESQUIMALT FARMERS MARKET
ESQUIMALT RECREATION 21 DAY FITNESS CHALLENGE Needing some motivation this fall? Greater Victoria residents are invited to register now for our 21 Day Fitness Challenge. This program includes pre- and post-program assessments plus a variety of small group Personal Training sessions, educational seminars and
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he Esquimalt Farmers Market continues this summer and fall! Enjoy an incredible variety of produce, baked goods, prepared foods, body products, quality crafts and more! You will also fi nd a
wide selection of food trucks and twice nightly musical performances at all of our outdoor markets. Find us 4:307:30pm on Mondays @ Gorge Park, 1070 Tillicum Road until September 4 & Thursdays
small group classes available only to Fitness Challenge participants. Take advantage of a personalized program in our modern fitness centre. Prizes and options to extend your facility access for 2 more months at one great price available ONLY to Challenge participants. Don’t miss out!
in Memorial Park, 1200 Esquimalt Rd until September 14. Our indoor fall season at the Esquimalt Rec Centre kicks off on September 21. Find us at 527 Fraser Street every Thursday, 4:30-6:30pm, until Dec. 14th
Growing together Shopping locally keeps Esquimalt vibrant and strong.
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