Island Women Against Violence Society (IWAV) and SWOVA join forces to celebrate International Women’s Day by hosting a screening of RBG, a documentary that chronicles the career of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. The film will be followed by a panel discussion and dialogue where Salt Spring community women share their own inspiring […]
Thursdays at Moby's Pub. 8:30 to 11:45 p.m.
Screening of the NFB film Why Women Run by Dr. Meredith Ralston, a documentary that highlights the accomplishments of women in politics and the problems many of them face as they participate in the political process. Discussion will follow. Co-sponsored by Salt Spring chapter of the Canadian Federation of University Women.
Family-friendly movies every Friday at the Salt Spring Public Library Program Room until March 8 at 2:30 p.m. (except when school is in session). See https:/saltspring.bc.libraries.coop/ for the schedule.
Meet to talk about feminist issues. Seniors Wellness Centre. 7 p.m. All welcome.
Country band at Moby's Pub. 9 p.m.
Saturdays in March with Judith Gane at Salt Spring Centre of Yoga. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pre-registration only at judithgane@sympatico.ca or 250-537-5322.
Authors Susan McCaslin and John Porter present their unique, unified, multi-genre work that includes dialogue, imaginary letters, poems and reflective essays. Salt Spring Public Library. 1 p.m.
Yin yoga, journalling and tea ceremony workshop led by Sarah-Jane Smith, Claire Sicherman and Kari Mathieson. Mahon Hall. 1 to 5 p.m.
Ballet Victoria presents Carl Orff’s epic choral masterpiece. A post-show talkback with dancers facilitated by ArtSpring Dance Outreach Coordinator, Anna Haltrecht, will follow the performance. ArtSpring. Bar opens 1:30 p.m., show starts at 2:30.
UBC students will present research papers on topics relating to Donald Trump and international relations. Lions Hall from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. (and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, March 10). See schedule on Salt Spring Forum website: https://www.saltspringforum.com/new-events/ubcworkshoptrump
Live stream from Wet'suwet'en territory, LNG presentation and more! GISS multipurpose Room. 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Ratfish Comedy from Victoria features Chelsea Lou, Steve McMath, Mark Robertson and Darren Millar. At the Legion. 8 to 11 p.m.
Irish band at Moby's Pub. 9 p.m.
UBC students will present research papers on topics relating to Donald Trump and international relations. Lions Hall from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. See schedule on Salt Spring Forum website: https://www.saltspringforum.com/new-events/ubcworkshoptrump
Jane Coop, piano, Joan Blackman, violin and Oto Carillo on horn present works by Harbison, Beethoven and Brahms. ArtSpring. 2:30 p
Part of the release tour for We Fall In album by duo of Sierra Lundy and Jon Middleton. Moby's Pub. 7 p.m.
Learn about the draft strategic plan and provide input at Salt Spring Public Library Program Room. 1:30-2:30 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.)
Research project update and lecture from Jordan Stanger-Ross, will present new analyses of the dispossession of Japanese Canadian-owned real estate, arguing that its material impacts, including on Salt Spring Island, must be understood as long-term legacies of benefit and loss. Salt Spring Public Library Program Room. 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Annual general meeting at Salt Spring Public Library Program Room at 6 p.m. The GIHA aims to create a public equestrian centre.
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.
Every Tuesday at Moby's Pub. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
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