Bittancourt House Museum
Bittancourt House Museum
Museum open at the Farmers' Institute. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Every Wednesday through Sunday from July through Sept. 2.
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Artists in the Garden
Artists in the Garden
Free fine art, live music and lively conversation every Sunday in the summer at Dragonfly Fine Art Supplies.(Weather permitting). 12 to 4 p.m. Baked goods and refreshments available for purchase.
4 events,
SSI Community Alliance Meeting
SSI Community Alliance Meeting
Community members invited to participate in discussions about island infrastructure projects and possibilities. Lions Hal. 7 p.m. All are welcome.
Salt Spring Forum: Brexit, Trump and the Future of Europe
Salt Spring Forum: Brexit, Trump and the Future of Europe
With Dr. Fraser Cameron, former UK diplomat & EU official at Bullock Lake Farm. 7:30 p.m.
4 events,
Shut Up and Write Salt Spring
Shut Up and Write Salt Spring
Silent focused writing in 25-minute intervals, with 5-minute breaks. SS Library in Room 106. Every Tuesday until Sept. 4. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Tuesday Farmers Market
Tuesday Farmers Market
Food-only market that specializes in authentic, local, fresh and seasonal products. Runs every Tuesday June through October at Centennial Park from 2 to 6 p.m.
6 events,
Songs and Stories with Nomi
Songs and Stories with Nomi
Join Nomi for songs and stories in the library! This drop-in program is best suited for children under four. Caregivers and older siblings are welcome. Snacks will be provided.
Quest for the Queen
Quest for the Queen
Grace Jordan presents a dramatic presentation with singing, dancing merriment and refreshments at Stonewell Farm, 1852 Fulford-Ganges Road every Wednesday in August at 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. (Doors open at 12:30 and 3 p.m.) $10 at the door. Children 5 & under free.
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Tea a Tempo: Young-Shultz Jazz Duo
Tea a Tempo: Young-Shultz Jazz Duo
Caroni Young and Jim Shultz perform. All Saints By-the-Sea. 2:10 p.m.
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Elementally Speaking
Elementally Speaking
oin us for an evening in honour of the 5 Master Elements: Air, Earth, Fire, Water and Ether on the new outdoor yoga platform at picturesque Duck Creek Farm. ELEMENTAL YOGA CLASS - 5:30-6:45pm - with Li Mei WongELEMENTALLY SPEAKING - 7:15 - 9:15 - a mystical sound journey with the 5 Elements and master sound […]
2 events,
9 events,
Live Music at Woodley’s
Live Music at Woodley’s
Start your weekend right! Join us for happy hour and stay for live music. Happy hour: 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., Music: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
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Doug McMillin Photo Show Opening
Doug McMillin Photo Show Opening
Opening reception for September show. Salt Spring Public Library. 4 to 5:30 p.m.
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Art Show Opening: Ulana Switucha
Art Show Opening: Ulana Switucha
Reception for Hedgerow House Artist of the Month Ulana Switucha. 5 to 7 p.m. Hedgerow House owners Peter and Jayne Lloyd-Jones welcome guests to view Ulana’s work over a glass of […]
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88 @ Gallery 8: Jan Sharkey Thomas Retrospective
88 @ Gallery 8: Jan Sharkey Thomas Retrospective
Opening reception for Gallery 8 show from 5 to 8 p.m. Exhibition runs until Sept. 8.
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Ulana Switucha Art Opening
Ulana Switucha Art Opening
Opening reception for Hedgerow House Artist of the Month, photographer Ulana Switucha. 5 to 7 p.m.
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Beavers: The Ghost Architects of the Salish Sea Landscape
Beavers: The Ghost Architects of the Salish Sea Landscape
A SSI Conservancy presentation at the Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve. 7 to 8:15 p.m. Suggested $5 to $10 donation.
Spring Awakening
Spring Awakening
An exitStageLeft main-stage production of the rock musical by Steven Sater & Duncan Sheik. *Please note – youth 15 years and under must be accompanied by an adult. ArtSpring. 7:30 p.m.
6 events,
Tony Head Memorial Slo-Pitch Tournament
Games start at 8:30, last one at 5:30 on Sat. and Sunday. Monday finals are at 9, 11, 1 p.m. and 3 p.m
Saturday Market in the Park
Saturday Market in the Park
Famous market of locally made, grown and baked goods runs every Saturday in Centennial Park through the last week of October. 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Art Show Opening: Paintings of Salt Spring Island
Art Show Opening: Paintings of Salt Spring Island
Josephine Fletcher shows paintings at Duthie Gallery to Sept. 17, with an opening reception from 5 to 7 p.m.
Spring Awakening
Spring Awakening
An exitStageLeft main-stage production of the rock musical by Steven Sater & Duncan Sheik. *Please note – youth 15 years and under must be accompanied by an adult. ArtSpring. 7:30 p.m.
5 events,
Tony Head Memorial Slo-Pitch Tournament
Games start at 8:30, last one at 5:30 on Sat. and Sunday. Monday finals are at 9, 11, 1 p.m. and 3 p.m
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Salty Flea Market
Salty Flea Market
A warm and welcoming market for folks to share their skills and sell their wares. On top of a wonderful array of antique, preloved & handmade vendors, we have delicious […]
Artists in the Garden
Artists in the Garden
Free fine art, live music and lively conversation every Sunday in the summer at Dragonfly Fine Art Supplies.(Weather permitting). 12 to 4 p.m. Baked goods and refreshments available for purchase.
2 events,
Tony Head Memorial Slo-Pitch Tournament
Games start at 8:30, last one at 5:30 on Sat. and Sunday. Monday finals are at 9, 11, 1 p.m. and 3 p.m
5 events,
Shut Up and Write Salt Spring
Shut Up and Write Salt Spring
Silent focused writing in 25-minute intervals, with 5-minute breaks. SS Library in Room 106. Every Tuesday until Sept. 4. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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An Introduction To Lucid Dreaming by Lincoln Stoller
An Introduction To Lucid Dreaming by Lincoln Stoller
Workshop by donation. Salt Spring Public Library. 12:20 to 1:30 p.m.
Tuesday Farmers Market
Tuesday Farmers Market
Food-only market that specializes in authentic, local, fresh and seasonal products. Runs every Tuesday June through October at Centennial Park from 2 to 6 p.m.
4 events,
Bittancourt House Museum
Bittancourt House Museum
Museum open at the Farmers' Institute. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Every Wednesday through Friday until Oct. 31.
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Tea a Tempo: Kerry Graham and Jane Phillips
Tea a Tempo: Kerry Graham and Jane Phillips
Kerry Graham, bassoon, and Jane Phillips, cello, present a concert of French sonatas for two bass instruments from the time of Louis XV. All Saints recital starts at 2:10 p.m., with optional treats to follow.
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Salt Spring Pride Festival: We Are All God’s Own
Salt Spring Pride Festival: We Are All God’s Own
A service of reconciliation and blessing offered by the Anglican Parish of Salt Spring at All Saints By-the-Sea at the beginning of Pride. 5 to 6 p.m.
Spring Awakening
Spring Awakening
An exitStageLeft main-stage production of the rock musical by Steven Sater & Duncan Sheik. *Please note – youth 15 years and under must be accompanied by an adult. ArtSpring. 7:30 p.m.
9 events,
Donation Drop-off Day for Giant Book & Jewellery Sales
Donation Drop-off Day for Giant Book & Jewellery Sales
Bring good-quality donations of books and jewellery for Salt Spring Literacy's fall sales to drop-off days at the Country Grocer parking lot — north side, around the corner from the liquor store — from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month until Oct. 4. Please note that textbooks, magazines, condensed […]
Taoist Tai Chi Open House
Taoist Tai Chi Open House
Salt Spring Taoist Tai Chi open house at All Saints By-the-Sea. 10:30 a.m. Enjoy demos and try some tai chi. Beginning classes start on Monday, Sept. 10, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Thursday, Sept. 13, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Bittancourt House Museum
Bittancourt House Museum
Museum is open at the Farmers' Institute Wednesdays through Fridays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. until Oct. 31.
Salt Spring Pride Festival: Queer Poetry Reading
Salt Spring Pride Festival: Queer Poetry Reading
Poetry Open Mic at the Salt Spring Public Library. 7 p.m.
Slide Shows From Years Gone By
Slide Shows From Years Gone By
Louise Nye photos from Salt Spring between 1991 and 2001 with a focus on Salt Spring Fall Fairs. Central Hall. Doors at 6:30 p.m. with music and concession and some […]
Spring Awakening
Spring Awakening
An exitStageLeft main-stage production of the rock musical by Steven Sater & Duncan Sheik. *Please note – youth 15 years and under must be accompanied by an adult. ArtSpring. 7:30 p.m.
Salt Spring Pride Festival: Drag & Alter Ego Karaoke Night
Salt Spring Pride Festival: Drag & Alter Ego Karaoke Night
At the Salt Spring Legion. 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Dress up in drag or your alter ego - whatever you dress as, bring your most fabulous self! Hosted in drag by Scott Merrick. Prizes for best drag, best alter ego, most confident performance etc.
8 events,
Bittancourt House Museum
Bittancourt House Museum
Museum is open Wednesdays through Fridays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. until Oct. 31.
Salt Spring Pride Festival: Coming In, Coming Out
Salt Spring Pride Festival: Coming In, Coming Out
An Introspective evening with a spaghetti community dinner, performances and storytelling. Fulford Hall. 5:30 p.m. By donation.
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Art Show Opening: Mel Williamson and Julie MacKinnon
Art Show Opening: Mel Williamson and Julie MacKinnon
Opening reception for exhibit of Mel Williamson oil paintings and Julie MacKinnon pottery at KiZmit Galeria and Cafe. 6 to 8 p.m.
Spring Awakening
Spring Awakening
An exitStageLeft main-stage production of the rock musical by Steven Sater & Duncan Sheik. *Please note – youth 15 years and under must be accompanied by an adult. ArtSpring. 7:30 p.m.
10 events,
Saturday Market in the Park
Saturday Market in the Park
Famous market of locally made, grown and baked goods runs every Saturday in Centennial Park through the last week of October. 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Song Sanctuary
Song Sanctuary
Singing workshop with Michael Stillwater at Lions Hall. 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Info & register by PayPal to Jennifer Benitz at dragonfly229@hotmail.com
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Salt Spring Pride Festival: Parade and Party in the Park
Salt Spring Pride Festival: Parade and Party in the Park
12:30 p.m.: Gather & welcome in front of Salt Spring Island Public Library on McPhillips Ave. 1 p.m.: Non-motorized Pride Parade through Ganges village, ending in Centennial Park. 1:30 to 3 p.m.: Party in the Park in Centennial Park. All ages dancing featuring DJs.
Salt Spring Pride Festival: Pride Dance
Salt Spring Pride Festival: Pride Dance
Featuring live music with Ange Hehr and band, Draco & Ginger, Sir Ryan Real + more drag performers! Silent auction fundraiser. Fulford Hall. 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Tickets purchased prior $25 and at the door $35. Food available for purchase. Cash bar. Accessibility issues contact saltspringpride@gmail.com
Film: Beyond the Fear of Singing
Film: Beyond the Fear of Singing
Screening of Beyond the Fear of Singing from filmmakers Michael Stillwater and Doris Laesser Stillwater. SS Public Library. 7 p.m.
Spring Awakening
Spring Awakening
An exitStageLeft main-stage production of the rock musical by Steven Sater & Duncan Sheik. *Please note – youth 15 years and under must be accompanied by an adult. ArtSpring. 7:30 p.m.
2 events,
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Salt Spring Pride Festival: Unitarian Pride Service – The Music of Pride
Salt Spring Pride Festival: Unitarian Pride Service – The Music of Pride
Theme is A Message of Love. Salt Spring Seniors Centre. 10:30 a.m. Victoria musician Jill Cooper and Amanda will play the most iconic and stirring songs associated with Pride and the history of the LGBTQ+ movement. “The Music of Pride!” promises to deliver sing-a-longs to these anthems while hearing about how the songs became important to […]
5 events,
Salt Spring Pro Golf Tournament
Watch 36 professional B.C. golfers compete at the Salt Spring Golf Course. Doors open at 10 a.m., long drive hitter Jesse Pettersen shows his stuff at 11 a.m., and the shotgun start is at 12 p.m. Bring folding chair and picnic and settle in for a fine show. $10.
Island Infants Discussion Group
Island Infants Discussion Group
A drop in for parents and babies with weekly speakers. Family Place. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Romantic Road: Film Screening & Presentation
Romantic Road: Film Screening & Presentation
Special screening of Romantic Road, a film about adventurers Rupert and Jan Grey, with Rupert Grey in attendance. At the Fritz. A fundraiser for Lady Minto Hospital Foundation, with advance […]
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Invitation to Dance – Scottish Country Dancing Open House
Invitation to Dance – Scottish Country Dancing Open House
Salt Spring Scottish Country Dancers invite people to come out and try Scottish dancing. All Saints By-the-Sea. 6 to 8 p.m. No experience necessary.
9 events,
Shut Up and Write Salt Spring
Shut Up and Write Salt Spring
Silent focused writing in 25 minute intervals, with 5 minute breaks, at the SS Library in Room 106 every Tuesday until Dec. 18. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Tuesday Farmers Market
Tuesday Farmers Market
Food-only market that specializes in authentic, local, fresh and seasonal products. Runs every Tuesday June through October at Centennial Park from 2 to 6 p.m.
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$10,000 For Change – A Farm to Table Dinner
$10,000 For Change – A Farm to Table Dinner
Island Women Against Violence fundraising dinner at Stowel Lake Farm with catering by Haidee Hart. 5:30 to 9 p.m.
The Takeover of our Democracy – What Big Oil Doesn’t Want You To Know
The Takeover of our Democracy – What Big Oil Doesn’t Want You To Know
Presentation by Kevin Taft, former Alberta Liberal Party leader, who has written Oil's Deep State. Meaden Hall. 7 p.m.
SSI Fire Protection District Special Meeting
SSI Fire Protection District Special Meeting
Special meeting of the fire board to give first reading to the Fire Protection Taxation Bylaw 2019. Ganges fire hall training room. 5:30 p.m.
Angie Abdou and Jan Redford
Angie Abdou and Jan Redford
Hal Wake, former Artistic Director of the Vancouver Writers Festival, leads Jan Redford, End of the Rope, and Angie Abdou, Home Ice: Reflections of a Reluctant Hockey Mom, in a […]
5 events,
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Salt Spring Painters Guild Registration Day
Salt Spring Painters Guild Registration Day
Taking new and old membership ($25) for the Salt Spring Island Painters Guild, which means every Wednesday morning at ArtSpring from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Info: 250 537 9225 – […]
Bittancourt House Museum
Bittancourt House Museum
Museum open at the Farmers' Institute. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Every Wednesday through Friday until Oct. 31.
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SD64 School Board Meeting
SD64 School Board Meeting
First board meeting of the school year takes place at the school board portable. Public portion starts at 1 p.m.
Salt Spring Historical Society
Salt Spring Historical Society
Chris Arnett of UBC Anthropology presents Hwtse’lumun "Place of the fir poles”: Overland Indigenous Canoe Travel on Salt Spring Island at the SS Historical Society meeting at Central Hall. 2 p.m.
Book Reading: Kathy Page
Book Reading: Kathy Page
Kathy Page reads from her new novel Dear Evelyn. Salt Spring Public Library. 7 p.m.
8 events,
Bittancourt House Museum
Bittancourt House Museum
Museum is open at the Farmers' Institute Wednesdays through Fridays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. until Oct. 31.
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Stay and Play Drop- In
Stay and Play Drop- In
Parents, caregivers and children 0-6 yrs. welcome. Family Place. 12 to 3 p.m.
Gulf Islands Seniors Residence Association AGM
Gulf Islands Seniors Residence Association AGM
Annual general meeting at the Meadowbrook main lounge. 3 p.m.
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SSI Parks and Recreation Commission
SSI Parks and Recreation Commission
Public welcome to attend commission meeting. Portlock Portable. 5 p.m.
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The Foundations of Insight (Mindfulness) Meditation
The Foundations of Insight (Mindfulness) Meditation
Five-class course led by Heather Martin begins today at Star of the Sea Centre for Spiritual Living and Practice at St. Mary's church in Fulford. Four Thursday evening sessions from […]
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MP Elizabeth May Town Hall
MP Elizabeth May Town Hall
MP Elizabeth May gives report to constituents and answers questions at fall town hall session at GISS multipurpose room. 7 to 8:30 p.m.
5 events,
Bittancourt House Museum
Bittancourt House Museum
Museum is open Wednesdays through Fridays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. until Oct. 31.
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Art Opening: Adoration
Art Opening: Adoration
Opening reception for show featuring Lisa Lipsett & Ruby Egger-Lipsett with Kuno Egger. Salt Spring Gallery. 5 to 7 p.m. Show continues to Oct. 3.
Youth Games Night
Youth Games Night
Weekly drop-in games night is a great chance to meet up with friends over a board game. Salt Spring Public Library. 6:30 p.m. until late every Friday (except holidays).
7 events,
Salt Spring Fall Fair
Annual two-day celebration of rural island life. Salt Spring's biggest community event!
Salish Sea Day of Action
Orca parade and party with Buckman Coe to celebrate Federal Court of Appeal victory and continue actions to protect the Salish Sea. Parade from Centennial Park to the Farmers' Institute and back runs fro 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Open mic in the park bandshell is from 1 to 3 p.m. Then a biodiversity blessing […]
Saturday Market in the Park
Saturday Market in the Park
Famous market of locally made, grown and baked goods runs every Saturday in Centennial Park through the last week of October. 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Fault Line Projects Art Opening
Fault Line Projects Art Opening
Opening reception for The importance of small things: Krystina Jervis. Fault Line Projects. 5 to 7 p.m.
5 events,
Salt Spring Fall Fair
Annual two-day celebration of rural island life. Salt Spring's biggest community event!
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Xwaaqw’um Snuhwulh Cedar Big Canoe Launch
Xwaaqw’um Snuhwulh Cedar Big Canoe Launch
Launch of Xwaaqw'um Snuhwulh Cedar Big Canoe at Xwaaqw'um (Burgoyne Bay) near the Welcome Poles. 1 p.m. Salmon & rice potluck lunch afterwards (2 p.m.ish). Bring your own dishes, camp chair and […]
Chronic Pain Support Group
Chronic Pain Support Group
Islanders invited to first meeting of new group, which will meet every second Sunday at the Senior’s Wellness Office, 129 Hereford Avenue, at 1 p.m.
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Musica Brasileira
Musica Brasileira
Amelia Thomas and Moby’s Pub present a night of some of Brazil’s best music, from enchanting bossa novas to heart racing sambas. 7 to 10 p.m.
5 events,
Island Infants Discussion Group
Island Infants Discussion Group
A drop in for parents and babies with weekly speakers. Family Place. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Community Alliance Governance Working Group Workshop
Community Alliance Governance Working Group Workshop
Session to discuss the report of the Community Alliance Governance Working Group at Lions Hall. 7 to 9 p.m.
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SSI Fire Protection District
SSI Fire Protection District
Public welcome to attend regular monthly board meeting. Ganges Fire Hall. 7 p.m.
7 events,
Shut Up and Write Salt Spring
Shut Up and Write Salt Spring
Silent focused writing in 25 minute intervals, with 5 minute breaks, at the SS Library in Room 106 every Tuesday until Dec. 18. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Salt Spring Probus Club
Salt Spring Probus Club
Guest speaker is Gary Allen with a presentation on the values of wolves in ecosystems and show why the social stability of the pack is vital to maintaining those healthy ecosystems. Lions Hall. Doors open at 10 a.m. and the speaker runs from about 10:40 a.m. to 12 noon.
Tuesday Farmers Market
Tuesday Farmers Market
Food-only market that specializes in authentic, local, fresh and seasonal products. Runs every Tuesday June through October at Centennial Park from 2 to 6 p.m.
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Awakening the Goddess
Awakening the Goddess
First of a 3-part series (attend 1 or all) where dance, ceremony and sitting in circle are used to ignite and awaken the divine Goddess nature. Led by Shauna Devlin at Stowel Lake Farm. 7 to 9 p.m. Shauna says: Dance reunites the body, soul and mind. Ceremony offers sacredness in a modern world where […]
4 events,
Mother Goose
Mother Goose
Join Nomi and Hannah Wednesdays in the program room for Parent-Child Mother Goose, with songs, rhymes and playtime. Salt Spring Library. 10:30am to noon. Please note: Songs and Stories with Nomi runs at the same time on Wednesday mornings when Mother Goose is not in session.
Bittancourt House Museum
Bittancourt House Museum
Museum open at the Farmers' Institute. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Every Wednesday through Friday until Oct. 31.
Book Launch: Peter Freeman
Book Launch: Peter Freeman
Peter Freeman launches Cape Horn Birthday, the non-stop round-the-world journey of a lone sailor and his thirty-two-foot sloop. Salt Spring Public Library. 7 p.m.
6 events,
Bittancourt House Museum
Bittancourt House Museum
Museum is open at the Farmers' Institute Wednesdays through Fridays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. until Oct. 31.
Wagon Wheel Housing Society AGM
Wagon Wheel Housing Society AGM
Annual general meeting at Croftonbrook Seniors Residence lounge. 3 p.m.
Book Launch: Russell Cahill & Peggy Herring
Book Launch: Russell Cahill & Peggy Herring
Double book launch of Pacific Northwest books: Kolea, Story of Hawaii and Beyond (Russell Cahill), and Anna, Like Thunder (Peggy Herring). SS Public Library Program Room. 7 p.m.
10 events,
Bittancourt House Museum
Bittancourt House Museum
Museum is open Wednesdays through Fridays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. until Oct. 31.
Library StoryTime
Library StoryTime
StoryTime is a great way to build early literacy skills, read new books and old favorites, and have fun with games, crafts, and more! Salt Spring Public Library. 11 a.m., Fridays, September 21-November 30.
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Adam Olsen: Relating to the World Around Us
Adam Olsen: Relating to the World Around Us
Saanich North and the Islands MLA Adam Olsen gives a talk called Relating to the World Around Us at Star of the Sea Centre for Spiritual Living and Practice at 12 p.m., with time for questions and discussion afterwards. Register to attend at staroftheseassi@gmail.com
Youth Games Night
Youth Games Night
Weekly drop-in games night is a great chance to meet up with friends over a board game. Salt Spring Public Library. 6:30 p.m. until late every Friday (except holidays).
Luke Wallace Equinox Concert
Luke Wallace Equinox Concert
Folk musician with environmental focus performs outdoors at Westcott Farm, with special guest Corrina Keeling. 7 p.m. Tickets $10 at Salt Spring Books. Kids 12 and under get free entry.
Democracy, Electoral Reform and Proportional Representation: UBC Professor Max Cameron in Conversation
Democracy, Electoral Reform and Proportional Representation: UBC Professor Max Cameron in Conversation
A Salt Spring Forum event with UBC professor Max Cameron at Gulf Islands Secondary School. 7:30 p.m.
Red Bastard – Lie With Me
Red Bastard – Lie With Me
Fringe fest award-winning show by Eric Davis. Presented by the Salt Spring Festival of Fools. ArtSpring. 8 p.m.
7 events,
Saturday Market in the Park
Saturday Market in the Park
Famous market of locally made, grown and baked goods runs every Saturday in Centennial Park through the last week of October. 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Understanding Electoral Reform & Democratic Theory: Course with UBC Professor Max Cameron
Understanding Electoral Reform & Democratic Theory: Course with UBC Professor Max Cameron
At Salt Spring Public Library from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Book Launch: Kazuaki Tanahashi & Peter Levitt
Book Launch: Kazuaki Tanahashi & Peter Levitt
Launch of The Complete Cold Mountain, Poems of the Legendary Hermit Hanshan by Kazuaki Tanahashi and Peter Levitt. Salt Spring Public Library. 7 p.m. These poems from China have been celebrated by cultures of both east and west, and continue to be revered as among the most inspiring and enduring works of poetry worldwide.
Red Bastard – Lie With Me
Red Bastard – Lie With Me
Fringe fest award-winning show by Eric Davis. Presented by the Salt Spring Festival of Fools. ArtSpring. 8 p.m.
2 events,
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Terry Fox Run
Terry Fox Run
Annual fundraiser for the Canadian Cancer Society. Rainbow Road Aquatic Centre. Registration at 10 a.m. and run/walk/cycle begins at 11 a.m.
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Introduction to Zen Meditation Practice
Introduction to Zen Meditation Practice
Salt Spring Zen Circle presents instruction in how to meditate with the traditional Zen approach, and an opportunity to practise on cushions, chairs or meditation benches. Conversation about this ancient practice and how it may apply to people's current lives will follow. Led by Peter Levitt at Star of the Sea Centre at St. Mary's […]
2 events,
Island Infants Discussion Group
Island Infants Discussion Group
A drop in for parents and babies with weekly speakers. Family Place. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
4 events,
Shut Up and Write Salt Spring
Shut Up and Write Salt Spring
Silent focused writing in 25 minute intervals, with 5 minute breaks, at the SS Library in Room 106 every Tuesday until Dec. 18. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Tuesday Farmers Market
Tuesday Farmers Market
Food-only market that specializes in authentic, local, fresh and seasonal products. Runs every Tuesday June through October at Centennial Park from 2 to 6 p.m.
4 events,
Mother Goose
Mother Goose
Join Nomi and Hannah Wednesdays in the program room for Parent-Child Mother Goose, with songs, rhymes and playtime. Salt Spring Library. 10:30am to noon. Please note: Songs and Stories with […]
Bittancourt House Museum
Bittancourt House Museum
Museum open at the Farmers' Institute. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Every Wednesday through Friday until Oct. 31.
Youth Book Club
Youth Book Club
Youth Book Club is an opportunity for kids who love reading to get together to read and discuss books, make crafts, and enjoy snacks Wednesdays, every second week from Sept. 26-Dec. […]
Book Launch for Finding Home: Collected Stories of Salt Spring Island Circles of Women
Book Launch for Finding Home: Collected Stories of Salt Spring Island Circles of Women
Finding Home: Collected Stories of Salt Spring Island Circles of Women. Celebration for book produced by local women writers, about how each one came to live on Salt Spring. Salt […]
4 events,
Bittancourt House Museum
Bittancourt House Museum
Museum is open at the Farmers' Institute Wednesdays through Fridays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. until Oct. 31.
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Library Book Club
Library Book Club
This month's book is The Power of One by Bryce Courtenay. Salt Spring Public Library. 1 to 3 p.m. Book club meets from 1 - 3 p.m. on the fourth Thursday […]
4 events,
Bittancourt House Museum
Bittancourt House Museum
Museum is open Wednesdays through Fridays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. until Oct. 31.
Library StoryTime
Library StoryTime
StoryTime is a great way to build early literacy skills, read new books and old favorites, and have fun with games, crafts, and more! Salt Spring Public Library. 11 a.m., Fridays, […]
Youth Games Night
Youth Games Night
Weekly drop-in games night is a great chance to meet up with friends over a board game. Salt Spring Public Library. 6:30 p.m. until late every Friday (except holidays).
Shane Koyczan
Shane Koyczan
Internationally renowned spoken word artist, poet and author performs at ArtSpring. 7:30 p.m.
4 events,
Saturday Market in the Park
Saturday Market in the Park
Famous market of locally made, grown and baked goods runs every Saturday in Centennial Park through the last week of October. 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Genealogy Workshop: Out on a Limb on My Family Tree
Genealogy Workshop: Out on a Limb on My Family Tree
Joanne Barnard leads genealogy workshop at Salt Spring Public Library Program Room. 10 a.m. Whether you have already done part of your family history or are just wondering what it’s […]
Book Launch: Fay Well and Mary Wilson
Book Launch: Fay Well and Mary Wilson
Gabriola Island authors Fay Weller and Mary Wilson share Changemakers: Embracing Hope, Taking Action and Transforming the World. SS Public Library Program Room. 1 p.m.
1 event,
Salt Spring Apple Festival
19th annual organic apple festival. Self-guided farm and orchard tour, plus displays and more at Fulford Hall.
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