Bring invasive plant species to south end fire hall near Fulford Hall to be chipped and safely disposed of. By donation. Blackberries and giant hogweed not accepted. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
ArtSpring presents community dance workshop offered with Shay Kuebler: Contemporary Movement and Dance Theory. Antler Ridge Dance Studio, 211 Horel Road W. 5 to 7 p.m.
Dahr Jamail’s new book from the frontlines of climate disruption is a passionate ode to the wonders of our endangered planet that offers ways of engaging the climate crisis with commitment and love. Meaden Hall. 7 p.m.
Radical System Art’s 5th full-length dance project explores the art of rhetoric and the use of value-systems in our society. ArtSpring. 7:30 p.m. Bar opens 6:30 p.m.
Weekly event sponsored by DAISSI. Every Tuesday from 1 to 2 p.m. at Barb's Bakery.
Food-only market with all homegrown or handmade goods. Runs June through September at Centennial park. 2 to 6 p.m.
First of a monthly series with sacred chanting from differing traditions — including time for reflection in between chants — led by Elaina Hyde and Usha Haywood at Star of the Sea Centre for Spiritual Living and Practice (St. Mary's Church in Fulford). Sessions will be held on the first Tuesday of each month. 7 […]
Jon van Tamelen launches The Ancestor, a non-fiction sailing adventure where the author acquires a 38-foot wooden smuggling boat on the island of Carriacou in the West Indies. With stone ballast and no engine and no instrumentation, but with an old lifeboat compass, plastic sextant and a roll of charts the author sails to Vancouver, […]
Winner of Best Blugrass Band Grammy in 2018. Fulford Hall. 7:30 p.m.
Julie Gelfand, Canadian Commissioner for the Environment, is the Salt Spring Forum's guest speaker. Gulf Islands Secondary School. 10 a.m.
Tea à Tempo presents Amy and Tadazwa Matamba, together known as Mbira Spirit, who are performing artists, educators and founders of the Zimbabwe Music Society. All Saints By-the-Sea. Music starts at 2:10 p.m., followed by tea and treats.
Opening reception for photography show by Salt Spring Island’s Group of 6, who share for their perspective on the parts of the world that they see in black and white. The Group of 6 is comprised of: Larry Citra, Kahsia Hartwell, Simon Henson, Ross McLeod, Bruce McPhee, & Judy McPhee. Salt Spring Public Library. 6 […]
Students at SIMS are proud to present their spring concert. Students have been working hard throughout the spring to prepare a wide range of music and diverse genres. ArtSpring. 7:30 p.m.
Bring good-quality book and jewellery donations to the Country Grocer parking lot, north side (around the corner from the liquor store) for Salt Spring Literacy's annual book and jewellery sale. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Info: 250-537-9717 or info@saltspringliteracy.org.
Gulf Islands Secondary School’s leadership program invites the community to drop by and donate an item of food, unused hygiene products or cash to benefit island charities. Event includes talent show performances and refreshments. GISS gym. 4 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Featured poet is Natalie Meisner. Salt Spring Public Library. 7 p.m. Reader sign-up at 6:45. One poem per reader.
Gulf Island Secondary School’s 2nd Story Theatre presents end of year production by Acting 11/12 class. Based on the story of Jason and the Argonauts, this is a classic Greek sea voyage with a twist. Fulford Hall. 7:30 p.m.
For 7 to 14-year-olds led by Luba Nikitina on Fridays in June. At 10 a.m., noon and 1:45 p.m. Register at www.makemoreartstudio.com. If your 7 to 14 year old enjoys painting, drawing and making art projects, these classes offer additional opportunities for young artists to blossom and shine creatively.
Open Wednesdays through Fridays at the Farmers' Institute grounds. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., until June 28.
Opening reception for month-long exhibition featuring paintings by Ian Thomas and handmade cribbage boards by Liam Johnson. Kizmit Galeria.6 to 8 p.m.
Opening reception celebrates the opening of ArtCraft for the 2019 season as well as the its first Showcase exhibition of the year, The Group of Six- Forms in Nature. Mahon Hall. 6 to 8 p.m.
Gulf Island Secondary School’s 2nd Story Theatre presents end of year production by Acting 11/12 class. Based on the story of Jason and the Argonauts, this is a classic Greek sea voyage with a twist. Fulford Hall. 7:30 p.m.
A night of deep bass and dance floor passion at Beaver Point Hall. Performances by JaLa ZuRa, Groove Lion and Boomtown. 9 p.m.
Famous market of arts and crafts vendors, food and farmers in Centennial Park every Saturday through October. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
One day retreats combines Qigong and writing to open untapped reservoirs of well-being and creativity. With teachers Lorraine Gane and Purna-Ma. Cedar Lane Studio. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Ocean lovers Ann Donahue, Catherine Griffiths and Sarah Grindler invite children ages 6 to 12 to join them for an afternoon of ocean-themed books, activities, crafts, snacks and dancing. Salt Spring Public Library. 1 to 4 p.m.
Duo of Jon Middleton and Sierra Lundy live at the Mateada Nitro Mate Lounge. 7 to 11 p.m.