Garry Bello shares his book and the Bello Method. Salt Spring Public Library. 2 p.m. Gary Bello’s book Enlightening Moments introduces a radical perspective that inspires refreshing responses to the way things are. Integrating Eastern wisdom and Western body-centred psychology to empower people to live to their full potential, local author Bello’s book is a […]
Facilitated by Lolla Devindisch, the evening 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 at Star of the Sea Centre for Spiritual Living and Practice (St. Mary’s church in Fulford). 7 to 8:30 […]
Library book club, open to all and free of charge, meets on the fourth Thursday of each month. This month is Reader’s Choice, Non-Fiction. 1 to 3 p.m.
Read a non-fiction book of your choice and share it with the group. Salt Spring Public Library Program Room. 1 to 3 p.m.
Bill Richardson is guest author at the Salt Spring Public Library. 7 p.m.
Featuring winners and honourable mentions from the library-themed poetry contest. 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Salt Spring Public Library Program Room.
Brent Talbot releases Rainbow Soul Food - Heart Opening Poetry at the Salt Spring Public Library. 7:30 p.m.
Facilitated by author and poet, Lorraine Gane, the evening 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. Star of the Sea Centre for Spiritual Living and Practice. 7 to 8:30 p.m. Participation is […]
All welcome to attend. This month's pick is Larry's Party by Carol Shields. Salt Spring Public Library. 1 to 3 p.m.
Guest poet is Beth Everest, who publishes work in literary journals across Canada. Her most recent book Silent Sister: the mastectomy poems (Frontenac House) was short-listed for numerous awards.Salt Spring Public Library. 7 p.m. Reader sign-up at 6:45.
Star of the Sea Centre for Spiritual Living and Practice hosts a free Zoom online writing retreat called Listening at the Heart’s Gate, presented by Lorraine Gane. 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Register at staroftheseassi@gmail.com to receive the Zoom link for the retreat. Description of the event: One of the most vital things we can […]
Featured poets set to read are Shamana Ali, Brian Day, Natalie Meisner, Taryn Muldoon, Julian Paquette and Rowan Percy. Co-sponsored by DAISSI and the SS Public Library. Sign up for the open mic at 6:45 a.m. and join at 7 p.m. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81456687781 and the Meeting ID is 814 5668 7781.
Kamal Parmar will read from her most recent book, Letters to a Son and a Daughter. Join the Zoom meeting at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86714775521 , Meeting ID: 867 1477 5521 or dial […]
In collaboration with ArtSpring and the Salt Spring Island Foundation, local authors will read a short limerick via Zoom. Join the zoom meeting at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82462508390 , Meeting ID: 824 6250 8390, or dial by your location +1 647 558 0588 Canada, +1 778 907 2071 Canada, +1 204 272 7920 Canada, +1 438 809 7799 Canada, +1 587 […]
Poetry readings by seven Salt Spring island poets, a celebration of National Poetry Month. Christine Smart, Brian Day, Diana Hayes, Karl Meade, Rowan Percy, Murray Reiss, Sandi Johnson. 7 p.m. To register and get the link, email: programs@saltspringlibrary.com
Wendy Donawa is the guest poet. A Salt Spring Public Library event via Zoom. 7 p.m. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89018775974?pwd=dEZ4R3pzdm9UMmUxdGV0d0tBZlBnUT09#success
An evening of spoken word, song and dance reflecting Mahon Hall as an island landmark of both heart and place. Chris Humphreys, Sue Newman and Chris Arnett share glimpses of the hall through the years. Doors at 7 p.m. and show at 7:30 p.m. Part of Mahon (Memorial) Hall: The Nature of Memory exhibition events. […]
With Christopher Levan, author; Ellen Versterdal, mezzo soprano; and David Smith, piano. All Saints By-the-Sea. 4 p.m. Entrance by donation. Refreshments and book signing afterwards.
All ages are welcome to join Reed Osler, environmental educator, at the Mouat Park entrance field. 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. A free Salt Spring Literacy, School District 64 and Salt Spring Public Library event.
For week three of a four-week festival, children aged nine to 12 are welcome to join children’s book author Margriet Ruurs in the Salt Spring Public Library Program Room. 1 p.m. A free Salt Spring Literacy, School District 64 and Salt Spring Public Library event.
Children aged five to 10 are welcome to join children's author and photographer Isabelle Groc in the Salt Spring Public Library Program Rom. 1 to 2 p.m. A free Salt Spring Literacy, School District 64 and Salt Spring Public Library event.
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