• Have Fun Learning Squash!  

    Salt Spring Squash Court 805D Lower Ganges Rd., Salt Spring Island, B.C., Canada

    Drop-in introductory sessions at the new squash court at the Golf Club. 7:30 to 9 p.m. Bring clean non-marking shoes. First time is free, and $5 per session thereafter.  

  • PARC Friday Adventure Camp

    Salt Spring Elementary School 112 Rainbow Road, Salt Spring Island, B.C., Canada

    Every Friday when school is not in session. For ages 5 to 12 years at SS Elementary School gym. 8:30 to 3:30 p.m. Today's theme is Halloween Hunt.

  • StoryWalk

    Salt Spring Public Library Community Program Room 129 McPhillips Ave, Salt Spring Island, Canada

    Walk from the library to Mouat Park and to the pool, following a story along the path. All day, with crafts and activities at the library at 10 a.m.

  • SafeTALK Suicide Alertness For Everyone

    Salt Spring Elementary School 112 Rainbow Road, Salt Spring Island, B.C., Canada

    Half-day alertness training that prepares anyone over the age of 15, regardless of prior experience or training, to become a suicide-alert helper. Presented by the Salt Spring Local Action Team. SS Elementary School. 12:30 to 4 p.m. Coffee and treats at 12:30 p.m. Training begins at 1 p.m.

  • Family Movie Matinee

    Salt Spring Public Library Community Program Room 129 McPhillips Ave, Salt Spring Island, Canada

    Fridays at 2:30, for families with kids ages six and up. Kids under 10 must be signed in and out. Oct. 20: The Muppets (2011) CANCELLED: Oct 27: The Dark Crystal CANCELLED: Nov. 3: Jumanji Nov. 10: Oz the Great and Powerful Nov. 17: Labyrinth Nov. 24: Enchanted Dec. 1: The Nightmare Before Christmas

  • Falling Awake

    ArtSpring 100 Jackson Avenue, Ganges, Salt Spring Island, British Columbia

    Surrealist physical comedy from Ragmop Theatre. Falling Awake returns to ArtSpring by popular demand. 7:30 p.m.

  • Salt Spring Basketry Guild Demo Day + Weaving Workshop

    Salt Spring Public Library Community Program Room 129 McPhillips Ave, Salt Spring Island, Canada

    Guild members will demonstrate basketry techniques from 9:30 to 12 noon. From 1 to 3:30 p.m. there will be a Come and Weave workshop where kids from 5 and up are invited to make a basket. All materials will be provided and the workshop can accommodate approximately 20 participants.

  • Sip & Savour Salt Spring Grazing Experience

    Salt Spring Farmers' Institute 351 Rainbow Road, Ganges, Salt Spring Island, British Columbia

    Sip fine beverages from the Gulf Islands and Vancouver Island region and savour samples of delicious local and regional foods prepared by local chefs and food producers. Salt Spring Farmers' Institute.

  • Salt Spring Baha’i Community Celebration

    Lions Hall 103 Bonnet Avenue, Salt Spring Island, BC, Canada

    Events marking the 200th birthday of Baha'u'llah. Lions Hall. Opening ceremony at 2 p.m., with Persion chanting, music by Wesley Hardisty, Jim Cribb documentary and keynote presentation by Bevan Wrate. Spirit Cafe musical coffeehouse opens at 7 p.m. with the Rolling Scones, plus Barb Slater, Kevin Wilkie and friends.

  • SSNAP Awards Night & Closing Gala 

    Mahon Hall 114 Rainbow Road, Salt Spring Island, BC, Canada

    Presentation of eight awards and the SSNAP 2017 closing celebration. Mahon Hall. 6 p.m. 

  • Falling Awake

    ArtSpring 100 Jackson Avenue, Ganges, Salt Spring Island, British Columbia

    Surrealist physical comedy from Ragmop Theatre. Falling Awake returns to ArtSpring by popular demand. 7:30 p.m.

  • Salt Spring Baha’i Community Celebration

    Lions Hall 103 Bonnet Avenue, Salt Spring Island, BC, Canada

    Day 2 of celebration at Lions Hall features flute player Craig Paterson guiding people on a soulful journey in prayer beginning at 9 a.m. Children's program of music, art, story and devotion begins at 11 a.m.

  • Women’s Soccer

    Portlock Park Portable 145 Vesuvius Bay Road, Salt Spring Island, British Columbia

    Salt Spring United’s next game is on Sunday, Oct. 22 against Juan de Fuca United at Portlock Park at 12:30 p.m.

  • SS Forum: Graham Kerr, Former Galloping Gourmet

    ArtSpring 100 Jackson Avenue, Ganges, Salt Spring Island, British Columbia

    Internationally renowned television personality and award-winning author, now an expert in nutrition, healthy eating and the locavore movement, joins the Salt Spring Forum for a wide-ranging conversation about all things food-related. ArtSpring. 7:30 p.m.

  • SSI Transportation Commission Meeting

    Portlock Park Portable 145 Vesuvius Bay Road, Salt Spring Island, British Columbia

    Regular business meeting. Portlock Park Portable. 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

  • Harvest Gathering Dinner with Graham Kerr

    Salt Spring Sailing Club 152 Douglas Road, Salt Spring Island, British Columbia

    A Farmland Trust fundraiser for The Root at the Salt Spring Sailing Club. 5:30 p.m. Tickets are at Salt Spring Books.

  • Salt Spring Toastmasters

    Salt Spring Public Library Community Program Room 129 McPhillips Ave, Salt Spring Island, Canada

    Special meeting to review the leadership aspects of Toastmasters International training. This training helps members in any sort of project management, from completing home improvement projects, to managing complex work projects. Guests welcome. Salt Spring Public Library. 7 p.m.

  • Youth Book Club at the Library

    Salt Spring Public Library Community Program Room 129 McPhillips Ave, Salt Spring Island, Canada

    Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month with Anna and Monika, for everyone ages 9 to 12. Fall books are: Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief, Oct. 10 & 24; Tuck Everlasting, Nov. 14 & 28; The Griffin of Darkwood, Dec. 12. Room 106. 3:30 to 5 p.m.

  • Have Fun Learning Squash!

    Salt Spring Squash Court 805D Lower Ganges Rd., Salt Spring Island, B.C., Canada

    Drop-in introductory sessions at the new squash court at the Golf Club. 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon. Bring clean non-marking shoes. First time free, and $5 per session thereafter.

  • Yoga for Beginners

    Salt Spring Centre of Yoga

    Dorothy Price leads an 8-class session of yoga for beginners. Tuesdays at SS Centre of Yoga. 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. Pre-register at 250-537-7675.

  • Exercise Salish Sea

    A major marine disaster-preparedness exercise takes place in the Fernwood area and Trincomali Channel all day today. Don't be alarmed! If you want to volunteer to be a "patient," email ssiessd@crd.bc.ca or phone 250-537-1220.

  • Eleventh Century Propaganda: The Bayeaux Tapestry

    Salt Spring Seniors Centre 379 Lower Ganges Road, Salt Spring Island, British Columbia

    First in a new speakers series at Salt Spring Seniors. Presented by Jean Elder, retired UBC Medieval Studies professor. 2 p.m.