Annual Island Comfort Quilts quilting bee at the Farmers' Institute. No particular sewing skills required as there are jobs for everyone to do! Runs all day. Quilts and carry bags are made for distribution to islanders who are suffering from a life-threatening injury or disease. Info/register: mlee3@shaw.ca
Guests welcome to Monday night meetings at the Salt Spring Public Library Program Room. 7 p.m. (Please plan to arrive at 6:50 p.m. to get oriented and find a spot at the table.)
ArtSpring volunteers will be at Country Grocer selling tickets to the Vancouver arts VIP Weekend trip raffle. 12 to 5 p.m. http://artspring.ca/2019-vip-weekend-in-vancouver/
Barb Slater and Kevin Wilkie present an inclusive, relaxed and reverent environment for all voices to come together, singing chants and rounds from many traditions. Star of the Sea Centre for Spiritual Living and Practice. 7 to 8:30 p.m. Sacred Chanting runs on the first Tuesday of every month.
Joe Calendino presents To Hell and Back: A Former Hells Angel's Story of Recovery and Redemption at the Salt Spring Public Library. 7 p.m.
The Faire Wyndes Quintet is comprised of professional and high-level amateur musicians from Salt Spring and Gabriola Islands: Kerry Graham (bassoon), Phil Haig (clarinet), Christine McKim (flute), Janet Summers (French horn) and Deborah Vitek (oboe). Concert is at All Saints By-the-Sea at 2:10 p.m.
Annual general meeting at the Farmers' Institute, upstairs meeting room. 4 p.m.
Juno-winning group of Andrew Wan, violin; Jonathan Crow, violin; Eric Nowlin, viola; and Brian Manker, cello performs at ArtSpring. 7:30 p.m.
Annual general meeting of society that promotes preservation of heritage seeds. At 250 Toynbee Rd. 3:30 p.m.
Film about Costa Rica and the impacts of its decision to abolish its military in 1948. The key message of the film is “Another world is possible!” Sponsored by the Canadian Voice of Women for Peace and Conscience Canada.
Opening event for an exhibit of work by Mikaela Morgan (acrylic paintings) and Marianne Campbell (assemblage pieces) runs at Kizmit Galeria/Cafe from 6 to 8 p.m.
Salt Spring Community Theatre presents Joseph Kesselring's 1939 farce about murder. Runs April 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13 at Mahon Hall. 7:30 p.m. Doors at 7 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.
A call for forestry reform and a more sustainable industry takes place beginning at the Salt Spring Public Library at 10 a.m. and then progresses to Centennial Park after a few speakers and some music. Part of a province-wide day of protest.
Join SSAC Artist in Residence Jessica Sallay-Carrington in her studio at #5 Merchant Mews from 4 to 7 p.m. Jessica Sallay-Carrington is a Vancouver, B.C. born artist who moved to Montreal, Quebec where she received her BFA in ceramics at Concordia University in 2014. Upon completing her undergrad work, Jessica continues to produce work in […]
A night of immersive and varied storytelling through spoken word, music, and dance from Vanessa Panton, Drew Temple, Tonye Aganaba, VVolves, and Dj Ravecoach. Mateada Nitro Lounge. 7 to 10 p.m.
Salt Spring Community Theatre presents Joseph Kesselring's 1939 farce about murder. Runs April 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13 at Mahon Hall. 7:30 p.m. Doors at 7 p.m.
At the Salt Spring Public Library Program Room. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
A musical talk by Tony Turner at Salt Spring Unitarian Fellowship. Salt Spring Seniors Centre. 10:30 a.m.
Bach on the Rock Chamber Orchestra and Choir presents a concert of work by Nicolai, Buxtehude, Pachelbel, Telemann, J.S. and Johan Bernard Bach. ArtSpring. 2:30 p.m.
Salt Spring Community Theatre presents Joseph Kesselring's 1939 farce about murder. Runs April 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13 at Mahon Hall. 7:30 p.m. Doors at 7 p.m.
Guests welcome to Monday night meetings at the Salt Spring Public Library Program Room. 7 p.m. (Please plan to arrive at 6:50 p.m. to get oriented and find a spot at the table.)
ArtSpring volunteers will be at Country Grocer selling tickets to the Vancouver arts VIP Weekend trip raffle. 12 to 5 p.m. http://artspring.ca/2019-vip-weekend-in-vancouver/
ArtSpring Presents a community dance workshop led by Bouge de là with Corinne Crane, Ariane Boulet and Hélène Langevin — Improvisational tools.
Discussion group facilitated by Heather Martin sees participants explore a variety of topics related to spiritual interests and practices on the second Tuesday of each month at Star of the Sea Centre for Spiritual Living and Practice (St. Mary's Church in Fulford). 7 to 8:30 p.m. By donation.
A panel of EV owners answer questions about electric vehicles. Salt Spring Public Library. 7 p.m.
Prof. Gary Kuchar is guest speaker at Salt Spring Seniors Centre. 2 p.m
Salt Spring Historical Society hosts Quw'utsun Elder Tousilum (Ron George), Sulsameethl (Deb George) and Tuwa'xwultun (Joe Akerman) to present a program on Xwaaqw'um (Burgoyne Bay). Central Hall. 2 p.m.
Gary Kuchar from the University of Victoria Department of English gives a presentation on 19th-century politician D'Arcy McGee, who is known to some as the father of Canadian literature. Salt Spring Seniors Centre. 2 p.m.
Twelve-week league for youth and adult teams begins today at SIMS field. Info: www.saltspringsoccer.com or mallegg@shaw.ca.
Working with a sequence of yin yoga poses that open the body and the energy channels within, participants will move towards stillness and guided meditation for deep relaxation. With teacher Sarah Jane Smith at The Nest hot yoga. 6:30 p.m. Info/register: thenesthotyoga.com
Choreographed by Hélène Langevin, The 26 Letter Dance is a bold and playful work that invites children to take part in a unique experience in which they not only see a dance performance but actively participate! The show starts with A of course, with Z the last to take his leave. In between, the letters embody a […]
Professor Moriba Jah, the U.S.’s leading expert on space junk, is the Salt Spring Forum guest speaker at GISS in the Multipurpose Room. 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Join Linda Gilkeson for a riveting presentation on the loss of insects and why it matters. Meaden Hall. 7 p.m.
Salt Spring Community Theatre presents Joseph Kesselring's 1939 farce about murder. Runs April 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13 at Mahon Hall. 7:30 p.m. Doors at 7 p.m.
Opening event for exhibit of landscapes by Cheryl Long at Salt Spring Gallery. 5 to 7 p.m. Exhibit runs to April 24.
Salt Spring Community Theatre presents Joseph Kesselring's 1939 farce about murder. Runs April 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13 at Mahon Hall. 7:30 p.m. Doors at 7 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.
At Blue Horse Folk Art Gallery. Drop in between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. With a background in craft, textiles, fine art and costuming, Noelle Hamlyn is fascinated with materials and process – seeking a balance between conceptual ideas and technical execution. Based in Mississauga, her work has been shown nationally and internationally and is […]
UBC professor Michael Griffin presents a workshop exploring lost ideas of Greek philosophers at Star of the Sea Centre for Spiritual Living and Practice (St. Mary's Church). 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pre-register through www.staroftheseassi.ca.
Celebrate Spring with a unique fundraising event at the Library with beloved local Swing Shift big band. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Dancing 7 to 10 p.m.
Salt Spring Community Theatre presents Joseph Kesselring's 1939 farce about murder. Runs April 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13 at Mahon Hall. 7:30 p.m. Doors at 7 p.m.
Meet artist Nikki Menard at the opening of her exhibit at Fernwood Road Cafe. 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Double bill of singer-songwriters at Moby's. Intimate folk duo Fawkes & Hownd is purely authentic, blending Canadian and American roots of Phöenix Lazare and Justin Kelley. Chris Cho finds a home in the spaces in between folk, rock, and pop. He has shared the stage with local artists like Hey Ocean, Aidan Knight, and The Matinee. […]
Guests welcome to Monday night meetings at the Salt Spring Public Library Program Room. 7 p.m. (Please plan to arrive at 6:50 p.m. to get oriented and find a spot at the table.)
Board of trustees' regular monthly business meeting. Ganges Fire Hall. 7 p.m.
Six-week session led by Salt Spring Hospice begins today. Info/register: 250-537-2770 or saltspringhospice.org.
A speaker from InDro Robotics will speak on the advancements in the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (drone) industry brought on by recent technology and changes to regulations to expand flights Beyond Visual Line of Sight and autonomous flight. Lions Hall. Doors at 10 a.m. and speaker at about 10:30 a.m.
Merv Anderson leads a Tech Cafe session on Excel Part 2 at the library. 1 to 4 p.m. Pre-registration required at the library info desk, by calling 250-537-4666 or emailing info@saltspringlibrary.com.
Sacred Poetry , facilitated by Lottie Devindisch, sees participants share a favourite poem with the group and take time to listen, reflect and consider their impact and meaning for personal journeys in the search for spiritual insight. On the third Tuesday of each month at Star of the Sea Centre for Spiritual Living and Practice (St. Mary's […]
What's up with community composting on Salt Spring? Videos on community composting, a talk and discussion on community composting at the Salt Spring Public Library. 7 p.m.
Annual general meeting at the CRD office at 121 McPhillips Avenue. 10 a.m. to 12 noon.
Annual general meeting held at the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club pavilion on Scott Point Drive. 7 p.m.
The Gulf Islands School of Performing Arts presents One by One: A Crucible Story. A resetting of Arthur Miller’s The Crucible in the modern day, One by One makes an eerie but apt comparison between the Puritan Salem Witch Trials of 1692, and today’s high school gossip and back-stabbing in the age of social media […]
Salt Spring poets Christine Smart, Diana Hayes, Lorraine Gane and Murray Reiss read at the library for a National Poetry Month celebration. 7 p.m.
The Gulf Islands School of Performing Arts presents One by One: A Crucible Story. A resetting of Arthur Miller’s The Crucible in the modern day, One by One makes an eerie but apt comparison between the Puritan Salem Witch Trials of 1692, and today’s high school gossip and back-stabbing in the age of social media […]
Island Women Against Violence group holds a vigil at Centennial Park at 8 p.m. People are encouraged to wear purple in solidarity.
An exhibit of works by Gulf Islands artists runs from April 19-28 at Mahon Hall, curated by Patrick McCallum, along with a youth art exhibit, plus workshops, artist talks and presentations, and more. See https://ssartscouncil.com for more information as it becomes available.
Open Wednesdays through Fridays at the Farmers' Institute grounds. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., until June 28.
At the Fulford Hall Seniors Annex at noon. For $6 you can choose between poached salmon, baby potatoes and peas or vegetable soup and ham or egg sandwich with trifle and tea or coffee. Come and meet your neighbours and bring a friend while the food lasts.
The Venter Gallery in Grace Point Square celebrates its first year with a reception with Deon and Kathy Venter. 5 to 8 p.m.
The Gulf Islands School of Performing Arts presents One by One: A Crucible Story. A resetting of Arthur Miller’s The Crucible in the modern day, One by One makes an eerie but apt comparison between the Puritan Salem Witch Trials of 1692, and today’s high school gossip and back-stabbing in the age of social media […]
An exhibit of works by Gulf Islands artists runs from April 19-28 at Mahon Hall, curated by Patrick McCallum, along with a youth art exhibit, plus workshops, artist talks and presentations, and more. See https://ssartscouncil.com for more information as it becomes available.
Famous market of arts and crafts vendors, food and farmers in Centennial Park every Saturday through October. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Public input session for the new Centennial Park playground at the Playground Design Tent at Centennial Park. Bubbles, stamps, games, free swimming passes for the kids and more. Centennial Park. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Participatory Art Exhibition: Display and an opportunity to make art with the artmakers from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the ArtSpring gallery and lobby. Then from 5 to 6 p.m. is the Mash-up Performance with cross-genre artists performing new works in the Theatre.
Professional fittings of French Dressing Jeans apparel, refreshments, giveaways and more at Mouat's Clothing Co. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Observe Josephine Fletcher as she paints in Mahon Hall. 2 to 5 p.m. Part of Salt Spring Arts Council Easter Art Show activities.
An exhibit of works by Gulf Islands artists runs from April 19-28 at Mahon Hall, curated by Patrick McCallum, along with a youth art exhibit, plus workshops, artist talks and presentations, and more. See https://ssartscouncil.com for more information as it becomes available.
Artist & flea market with food, live music, face-painting & Easter fun. Fulford Hall. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
An exhibit of works by Gulf Islands artists runs from April 19-28 at Mahon Hall, curated by Patrick McCallum, along with a youth art exhibit, plus workshops, artist talks and presentations, and more. See https://ssartscouncil.com for more information as it becomes available.
An exhibit of works by Gulf Islands artists runs from April 19-28 at Mahon Hall, curated by Patrick McCallum, along with a youth art exhibit, plus workshops, artist talks and presentations, and more. See https://ssartscouncil.com for more information as it becomes available.
Gillian McConnell speaks on Mark Rothko: Materials + Metaphor. At Mahon Hall. 12 to 1 p.m. Part of Salt Spring Arts Council Easter Art Show activities.
An exhibit of works by Gulf Islands artists runs from April 19-28 at Mahon Hall, curated by Patrick McCallum, along with a youth art exhibit, plus workshops, artist talks and presentations, and more. See https://ssartscouncil.com for more information as it becomes available.
Join the Salt Spring Painters Guild for a morning of life drawing at Mahon Hall with a live model. Easel, drawing board and drawing materials provided. 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Part of Salt Spring Arts Council Easter Art Show activities.
Seniors Centre group holds AGM at the centre. 2 p.m. Members will vote for a new board and whether to change the location of the Seniors Centre when ready.
Fulford seniors group celebrates its 37th birthday. Guest speaker is George Laundry on island stories from Musgrave Road in the 1930s. Fulford Hall seniors annex. 2 p.m.
Eve Lazarus launches Murder by Milkshake, the story of Esther Castellani’s death in 1965 by her husband Rene, a CKNW personality. Salt Spring Public Library. 7 p.m.
Music, poetry and more in a bird-themed evening of entertainment. Mahon Hall. 7 p.m. Part of Salt Spring Arts Council Easter Art Show activities.
An exhibit of works by Gulf Islands artists runs from April 19-28 at Mahon Hall, curated by Patrick McCallum, along with a youth art exhibit, plus workshops, artist talks and presentations, and more. See https://ssartscouncil.com for more information as it becomes available.
Salt Spring Trail and Nature Club hosts Burgoyne Bay outings with expert birder and naturalist, Peter McAllister, who will lead people through the meadows, forests and out onto the shore of the bay every Thursday through May 23. Meet at 6 a.m. in Burgoyne Bay Provincial Park, parking on the road, near the barns. (Note […]
Artist Bob Leatherbarrow talks about his Easter Art Show installation piece titled Brunch. Mahon Hall. 12 to 1 p.m. Part of Easter Art Show activities.
Yin Yoga + Massage = Yogassage with yin yoga teacher Sarah Jane Smith and RMT Mardon Dary at the Nest hot yoga. 7:30 to p.m. Pre-registration required. Visit thenesthotyoga.com to sign up and for more info. Email questions to thenesthotyoga@gmail.com Yin Yoga is slow paced style where the postures are held for longer periods of time […]
An exhibit of works by Gulf Islands artists runs from April 19-28 at Mahon Hall, curated by Patrick McCallum, along with a youth art exhibit, plus workshops, artist talks and presentations, and more. See https://ssartscouncil.com for more information as it becomes available.
Open Wednesdays through Fridays at the Farmers' Institute grounds. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., until June 28.
Kenna Barradell speaks about the artist Miro at a noon-hour talk at Mahon Hall. 12 to 1 p.m. Part of Salt Spring Arts Council Easter Art Show activities.
Dance it up to the magical rhythms of Zimbabwe to enliven your spring evening! Food will be available for sale. Proceeds to support the band and learning new music. Kid-Friendly show, No substances please. Lions Hall. Doors 6:30, Show starts at 7 p.m.
Easter Art Show event asks is it homage, cultural appropriation, appropriation art, or copyright infringement? What are the differences and why does it matter? Moderated by Patrick McCallum with guest panelists Helga Pakasaar, Ingrid Mary Percy and Adrian Wright. Mahon Hall. 7 to 9 p.m.
An exhibit of works by Gulf Islands artists runs from April 19-28 at Mahon Hall, curated by Patrick McCallum, along with a youth art exhibit, plus workshops, artist talks and presentations, and more. See https://ssartscouncil.com for more information as it becomes available.
Famous market of arts and crafts vendors, food and farmers in Centennial Park every Saturday through October. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Mel Williamson demonstrates oil painting at Mahon Hall. 1 to 3 p.m. Part Salt Spring Arts Council Easter Art Show activities.
Garden club's famous sale at the Farmers' Institute. 1 to 3 p.m.
Concert features Edgar Hann, Em Walker, Adam Huber, Michael Aronoff and Diana Cary. Mahon Hall. 7 p.m.
Choir directed by Caroni Young with guests Jubilate Vocal Ensemble from Vancouver. Fulford Hall. 7:30 p.m.
Join in an evening of dance, ritual and revelry in honor of Beltane, an ancient fire festival that celebrates the halfway point between spring and summer when the energies of the Earth are at their strongest and most active. Cedar Mathias and Karen Clark have joined forces to create a guided dance journey, with internally-known […]
An exhibit of works by Gulf Islands artists runs from April 19-28 at Mahon Hall, curated by Patrick McCallum, along with a youth art exhibit, plus workshops, artist talks and presentations, and more. See https://ssartscouncil.com for more information as it becomes available.
Join yoga teacher Sarah Jane Smith, ayurvedic chef Kari Mathieson and writer Claire Sicherman for a day of seasonally inspired yoga, food and writing at beautiful Golden Tree Farm. 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pre-registration required. Visit thenesthotyoga.com to sign up and for more info. Email questions to thenesthotyoga@gmail.com As the world around us changes […]
Salt Spring Conservancy offers drop-in activities for kids on Sundays through May. Today's session is The Songsters - Songbirds and Us featuring beak hands-on activity, Madlib scavenger hunt and nest game. For kids ages 6 to 12 with their parents. Blackburn lake Nature Reserve. 1 to 4 p.m.
Choir directed by Caroni Young with guests Jubilate Vocal Ensemble from Vancouver. Fulford Hall. 2 p.m.
Creative and Sustainable Solutions for Affordable Housing on Salt Spring is the topic of this month's Community Alliance meeting at Lions Hall. 7 to 9 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Light refreshments available.
Annual general meeting of fire district. Ganges Fire Hall training room. 7 p.m.
Regular business meeting gets started at Harbour House Hotel at 9:30 a.m., with trustee reports and town hall session starting at 12 noon.
Opening recepeption for May exhibit of paintings called The Horses That Were My Teachers by Susan Gordon. Salt Spring Public Library Program Room. 3 to 5 p.m. Gordon is also inviting everyone who has ever learned something from a horse to participate in the interactive digital version of the show by sharing photos, drawings, paintings and a […]
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