Jun
11
5:30 PM17:30

Schnitzel Night

Doors Open at 5:30pm, Dinner served at 6:00 pm,

Orders and prepayment are required by Sunday June 8, 2025. Please Call Ann Sharpe 250-743-3558 or email victoria.edelweiss.club@gmail.com

All dinners includes: mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, red cabbage, gravy, Streusel (Dessert) and coffee or tea

Schnitzel or Bratwurst Dinner

Victoria Edelweiss Members $24.50 Vegetarian member option $24.50

Non Members $27 Vegetarian non-member option $27

Combo Dinner (Schnitzel and Brat Wurst)

Victoria Edelweiss Members $29

Non Members $32

May Special Dinner Feature

Lamb Shank, creamy mashed potatoes, sautéed spinach., dessert ,coffee and tea

Members $34.00 Non-members $36.00

Entertainment: Edelweiss dancers and Rika Ruebsaat, singer.

Rika Ruebsaat is a singer, historian and author who was born in Germany and grew up in British Columbia. She has spent most of her singing life performing Canadian and BC songs and connecting them to the lives and history of Canadians. She and her husband, Jon Bartlett, have produced several CDs of Canadian songs. They have also written books about BC history and Rika has written a book about people’s summer camp experiences.

Rika grew up in a German-speaking singing family and thus has a rich repertoire of songs in German, which she will perform with sing-alongs from the audience. 

Rika is writing a book about the experiences of German immigrants to Canada. In order to do so she would like to interview German immigrants or the children and grandchildren. "I believe the experience of German immigrants is unique and I think that many people would be interested in reading about it." If any of our Members  would like to share the story of their journey this is your opportunity to connect with Rika 

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Jun
13
7:30 PM19:30

Dance City Night

Come dance with us! Bring a partner or come solo and meet many swing dance enthusiasts.

ALL AGES WELCOME!

7:30pm-8:30pm - West Coast Swing workshop

8:30pm -10:30pm Swing Dance with John

Admissions $12 or $10 for Edelweiss Club members and students.

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Jun
20
6:00 PM18:00

Fiddle Dance

West Coast Barn Dances are a group of young musicians deeply rooted in Canada’s fiddle music tradition. These monthly dances, similar to contradances, are in the tradition of old-time barn dances. With live fiddle music and tasty homemade snacks they aim to celebrate and share the joy of fiddle music, dancing, and community. 

All ages welcome, no experience necessary, all steps will be taught, tasty homemade snacks, lots of fun, doors at 6:00pm, dancing starts at 6:30pm, suggested donation of $10 pp (VEC members) and $12 pp (non-members), parking available.

Check out the photos and videos of previous dances on Instagram: @westcoastbarndances

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Jun
6
7:30 PM19:30

Dance City Night

Come dance with us! Bring a partner or come solo and meet many swing dance enthusiasts.

ALL AGES WELCOME!

7:30pm-8:30pm - Cha cha workshop

8:30pm -10:30pm Ballroom Dance with Jane and Andrew

Admissions $12 or $10 for Edelweiss Club members and students.

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Jun
1
2:00 PM14:00

Annual General Meeting

OFFICIAL NOTICE OF

THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 

German Canadian Cultural Society of Victoria, BC

Victoria Edelweiss Club

108 Niagara Street, Victoria, BC

Sunday, June 1, 2025  2:00 to 4:00 pm

Members only

AGENDA:

  1. Welcome, and introduction of the Directors

  2. Confirm quorum of members

  3. Proof of notice of meeting

  4. Reading and acceptance of the Minutes of the last VEC AGM, of September 22, 2024

 

  1. Annual Reports

  2. Financial Report, review and approve

  3. Election of directors

  4. New business.

  5. Adjournment

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May
25
3:00 PM15:00

Harmony Choir Concert

Victoria Harmony Choir

presents: Nature's Melodies

Director: Grant Harville

Piano: lryna Graifer

Guest Artist: Anjulie Djearam

CONCERT IN GERMAN & ENGLISH, COFFEE & CAKE, DOOR PRIZES

TICKETS: CASH@DOOR ADULTS $25; SENIORS $20; STUDENTS BY DONATION

INFORMATION: TEL 250-721-0582 OR VICTORIAHARMONYCHOIR@GMAIL.COM

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May
24
6:00 PM18:00

Maifest Dance

Enjoy an evening dancing to live music with the Helen Davies Band, Bijoux du Bayou, and a performance by our Victoria Edelweiss Dancers. Dinner, snacks and beverages will be available for purchase during the evening.

Member $35

Non-Member $30

TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR


Band Bios:

Helen Davies Band

The five-piece HELEN DAVIES BAND plays soul and blues hits by artists such as Etta James, Janis Joplin, Joe Cocker … and even the great Elvis Presley! Also featured are newer songs in the same vein from Tedeschi Trucks, the Black Pumas and Chris Stapleton, along with some amazing, hit-worthy original music. HDB’s music is up-tempo and danceable, making them one of the most in-demand dance bands in Victoria!

Bijoux du Bayou

For almost 22 years Bijoux du Bayou has been spreading the rich traditional styles of Zydeco, Cajun, and New Orleans music and keeping those ‘good times’ sensibilities up front. Bijoux music includes Tex-Mex, Swing, Latin, and Country tunes to take you on a musical ride you’ll not soon forget. With accordion and fiddle sailing around guitars and bass, there’s plenty of wind in the musical sails to deliver you to a fun but enlightened destination.  If B.C. had a bayou, Bijoux would be in the middle putting out the joyous sounds they’re known for. Don’t miss them!

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Maifest
May
24
11:00 AM11:00

Maifest

10am to 4pm Maifest Market

6pm- 10pm Maifest Dance

Join us at our Maifest celebration on Saturday, May 24. We're seeking vendors to showcase their products, and volunteers to assist in the kitchen and greet attendees. Enjoy a day filled with food and beverages for purchase, vendors, kids’ activities, and two captivating Maypole performances

Maifest Dance ticketed Evening Event will include two live bands, The Helen Davies Band and Bijou de Bayou. There will be drinks, dancings and delicious German food.

Member $35

Non-Member $30

Tickets can be purchase online at the Store link below

http://www.victoriaedelweiss.ca/store

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May
16
6:00 PM18:00

West Coast Barn Dance

West Coast Barn Dances are a group of young musicians deeply rooted in Canada’s fiddle music tradition. These monthly dances, similar to contradances, are in the tradition of old-time barn dances. With live fiddle music and tasty homemade snacks they aim to celebrate and share the joy of fiddle music, dancing, and community. 

All ages welcome, no experience necessary, all steps will be taught, tasty homemade snacks, lots of fun, doors at 6:00pm, dancing starts at 6:30pm, suggested donation of $10 pp (VEC members) and $12 pp (non-members), parking available.

Check out the photos and videos of previous dances on Instagram: @westcoastbarndances

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May
14
5:30 PM17:30

Schnitzel Night

Doors Open at 5:30pm, Dinner served at 6:00 pm,

Orders and prepayment are required by Sunday May 11, 2025. Please Call Ann Sharpe 250-743-3558 or email victoria.edelweiss.club@gmail.com

All dinners includes: mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, red cabbage, gravy, Streusel (Dessert) and coffee or tea

Schnitzel or Bratwurst Dinner

Victoria Edelweiss Members $24.50 Vegetarian member option $24.50

Non Members $27 Vegetarian non-member option $27

Combo Dinner (Schnitzel and Brat Wurst)

Victoria Edelweiss Members $29

Non Members $32

May Special Dinner Feature

German-style roasted split chicken breast with Spätzle and vegetables., dessert ,coffee and tea

Members $34.00 Non-members $36.00

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May
9
7:00 PM19:00

Deutscher Stammtisch

The Hubertus Lounge (upstairs bar) will be open for members who are over 19 (+1 guest each) for an evening of conversation entirely in German. The bar will be open with a selection of drinks and snacks available for purchase starting at 7pm. Drop in anytime — all levels of German welcome!

Let’s build our community through language and connection at this new monthly German night.

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Apr
9
5:30 PM17:30

Schnitzel Night

Doors Open at 5:30pm, Dinner served at 6:00 p,

Orders and prepayment are required by Sunday April 6, 2025. Please Call Ann Sharpe 250-743-3558 or email victoria.edelweiss.club@gmail.com

All dinners includes: mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, red cabbage, gravy, Streusel (Dessert) and coffee or tea

Schnitzel or Bratwurst Dinner

Victoria Edelweiss Members $24.50 Vegetarian member option $20

Non Members $27 Vegetarian non-member option $22

Combo Dinner (Schnitzel and Brat Wurst)

Victoria Edelweiss Members $29

Non Members $32

March Special Dinner Feature

Baked halibut with house vegetable and dill mustard sauce, dessert ,coffee and tea

Members $34.00 Non-members $36.00

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Apr
7
1:30 PM13:30

Harmony Choir Practice

If you like to sing in German and also enjoy some Kaffee & Kuchen afterwards, please join us in the club hall for our weekly rehearsals on Mondays at 1:30pm.

We have a beautiful program planned and we are fortunate to have such an excellent and entertaining conductor as Grant Harville and to have Iryna Graifer retuning as our accompanist.

For information Tel: 250-721-0582.

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Mar
28
6:00 PM18:00

Social Night in the Hubertus Lounge

The Hubertus Lounge (upstairs bar) will be open for members who are over 19 (+1 guest each) for an evening of socializing. The bar will be open with a selection of drinks and snacks available for purchase starting at 6pm. Drop in anytime, there will be cards and other activities/games available for members while socializing.  

What do you want to see at Social Night? Sports on TV? German Movie/TV Shows? Theme Nights (what themes)?

Let’s build our community at the new monthly Social Night.

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Mar
24
3:00 PM15:00

Harmony Choir Practice

If you like to sing in German and also enjoy some Kaffee & Kuchen afterwards, please join us in the club hall for our weekly rehearsals on Mondays at 1:30pm.

We have a beautiful program planned and we are fortunate to have such an excellent and entertaining conductor as Grant Harville and to have Iryna Graifer retuning as our accompanist.

For information Tel: 250-721-0582.

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Mar
21
7:30 PM19:30

Dance City Night

Come dance with us! Bring a partner or come solo and meet many swing dance enthusiasts.

ALL AGES WELCOME!

7:30pm-8:30pm - West Coast Swing workshop

8:30pm -10:30pm Swing Dance

Admissions $12 or $10 for Edelweiss Club members and students.

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Mar
18
1:30 PM13:30

Literaturkreis

The Literaturkreis meets in the "Hubertusklause" (Upper Bar)

Our main goal and purpose is to create a cheerful, harmonious gathering, characterized by enthusiasm and love for the diversity and beauty of poetry and prose in the German language.

The duration is about 2 hours with a joyful coffee social afterward. Everyone interested is warmly welcome.


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Mar
17
3:00 PM15:00

Harmony Choir Practice

If you like to sing in German and also enjoy some Kaffee & Kuchen afterwards, please join us in the club hall for our weekly rehearsals on Mondays at 1:30pm.

We have a beautiful program planned and we are fortunate to have such an excellent and entertaining conductor as Grant Harville and to have Iryna Graifer retuning as our accompanist.

For information Tel: 250-721-0582.

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Mar
12
5:30 PM17:30

Schnitzel Night

Doors Open at 5:30pm, Dinner served at 6:00 p,

Orders and prepayment are required by Monday March 10, 2025. Please Call Ann Sharpe 250-743-3558 or email victoria.edelweiss.club@gmail.com

All dinners includes: mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, red cabbage, gravy, Streusel (Dessert) and coffee or tea

Schnitzel or Bratwurst Dinner

Victoria Edelweiss Members $24.50 Vegetarian member option $20

Non Members $27 Vegetarian non-member option $22

Combo Dinner (Schnitzel and Brat Wurst)

Victoria Edelweiss Members $29

Non Members $32

March Special Dinner Feature

Beef slowly roasted in German beer, gravy mashed potatoes & red cabbage, dessert ,coffee and tea

Members $34.00 Non-members $36.00

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Mar
10
3:00 PM15:00

Harmony Choir Practice

If you like to sing in German and also enjoy some Kaffee & Kuchen afterwards, please join us in the club hall for our weekly rehearsals on Mondays at 1:30pm.

We have a beautiful program planned and we are fortunate to have such an excellent and entertaining conductor as Grant Harville and to have Iryna Graifer retuning as our accompanist.

For information Tel: 250-721-0582.

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Mar
7
7:30 PM19:30

Dance City Night

Come dance with us! Bring a partner or come solo and meet many swing dance enthusiasts.

ALL AGES WELCOME!

7:30pm-8:30pm - Quickstep workshop

8:30pm -10:30pm Ballroom Dance

Admissions $12 or $10 for Edelweiss Club members and students.

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Mar
3
3:00 PM15:00

Harmony Choir Practice

If you like to sing in German and also enjoy some Kaffee & Kuchen afterwards, please join us in the club hall for our weekly rehearsals on Mondays at 1:30pm.

We have a beautiful program planned and we are fortunate to have such an excellent and entertaining conductor as Grant Harville and to have Iryna Graifer retuning as our accompanist.

For information Tel: 250-721-0582.

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Feb
21
7:30 PM19:30

Dance City Night

Come dance with us! Bring a partner or come solo and meet many swing dance enthusiasts.

ALL AGES WELCOME!

7:30pm-8:30pm - West Cast Swing workshop

8:30pm -10:30pm Swing Dance

Admissions $12 or $10 for Edelweiss Club members and students.

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Feb
14
7:30 PM19:30

Dance City Night

Come dance with us! Bring a partner or come solo and meet many swing dance enthusiasts.

ALL AGES WELCOME!

7:30pm-8:30pm - Rumba workshop

8:30pm -10:30pm Social Ballroom Dance

Admissions $12 or $10 for Edelweiss Club members and students.

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Feb
12
5:30 PM17:30

Schnitzel Night

Doors Open at 5:30pm, Dinner served at 6:00 p,

Orders and prepayment are required by Monday February 10, 2025. Please Call Ann Sharpe 250-743-3558 or email victoria.edelweiss.club@gmail.com

All dinners includes: mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, red cabbage, gravy, Streusel (Dessert) and coffee or tea

Schnitzel or Bratwurst Dinner

Victoria Edelweiss Members $24.50 Vegetarian member option $20

Non Members $27 Vegetarian non-member option $22

Combo Dinner (Schnitzel and Brat Wurst)

Victoria Edelweiss Members $29

Non Members $32

February Special Dinner Feature

Chicken Rouladen, braised potatoes & vegetables, dessert and coffee and tea

Members $34.00 Non-members $36.00

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