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BCSPCA provides one-on-one dog sitting during Saturday Market hours. Cost is $20 per hour (direct donation to BCSPCA), with a limit of one hour per dog. Available Saturdays May 9 through September 5, 2026, 9am-3pm (last dog accepted at 2pm).

BCSPCA provides one-on-one dog sitting during Saturday Market hours. Cost is $20 per hour (direct donation to BCSPCA), with a limit of one hour per dog. Available Saturdays May 9 through September 5, 2026, 9am-3pm (last dog accepted at 2pm).

BCSPCA provides one-on-one dog sitting during Saturday Market hours. Cost is $20 per hour (direct donation to BCSPCA), with a limit of one hour per dog. Available Saturdays May 9 through September 5, 2026, 9am-3pm (last dog accepted at 2pm).

BCSPCA provides one-on-one dog sitting during Saturday Market hours. Cost is $20 per hour (direct donation to BCSPCA), with a limit of one hour per dog. Available Saturdays May 9 through September 5, 2026, 9am-3pm (last dog accepted at 2pm).

A fundraiser evening to support the Salt Spring Centre of Yoga school roof restoration, featuring an asana class, vegetarian dinner, kirtan, visual art, and ecstatic dance. All proceeds go to the roof fund.

Miranda Priestly competes with her former assistant turned rival executive for advertising revenue as print media declines and Miranda nears retirement. Open captions available Monday. Rated PG13, 1 hour 59 minutes.

BCSPCA provides one-on-one dog sitting during Saturday Market hours. Cost is $20 per hour (direct donation to BCSPCA), with a limit of one hour per dog. Available Saturdays May 9 through September 5, 2026, 9am-3pm (last dog accepted at 2pm).

Writing in Community Writers, do you struggle with staying motivated, with setting and achieving your goals, with finding others who understand the unique challenges of getting words on the page – even with simply starting a writing project? Join a group of local writers for weekly “write-ins”. Please note: This is not a critique group. You will not be reading your writing aloud, nor will you be required to read others’ work.

Are exams and final projects just around the corner? Need a quiet, supportive space to study? Join us at the Library for our EXAM CRAM Sessions! No registration required—just drop in whenever you need! Bring your textbooks, notes, and supplies. Each session offers: Quiet study zones, Group tables, Access to helpful resources, and Snacks and drinks to keep your energy up. Whether you’re cramming for finals or just need a change of scenery, our study sessions are here to help you succeed. Come for a few minutes or stay for the whole session—it’s up to you!

Miranda Priestly competes with her former assistant turned rival executive for advertising revenue as print media declines and Miranda nears retirement. Open captions available Monday. Rated PG13, 1 hour 59 minutes.

Former UN Ambassador Bob Rae discusses Canada's global engagement and his five years at the heart of global diplomacy, covering crises from COVID-19 through the Ukraine invasion and Middle East conflict.

A gathering that includes chanting (kirtan), meditation, and readings from the writings of Baba Hari Dass and other spiritual teachers. Available both in-person and online via Zoom.

Miranda Priestly competes with her former assistant turned rival executive for advertising revenue as print media declines and Miranda nears retirement. Open captions available Monday. Rated PG13, 1 hour 59 minutes.

Miranda Priestly competes with her former assistant turned rival executive for advertising revenue as print media declines and Miranda nears retirement. Open captions available Monday. Rated PG13, 1 hour 59 minutes.

A presentation honouring the story of the No. 2 Construction Battalion, a historically significant unit of BC Black soldiers. The event explores how this important story has taken time to return home.

A weekly online Satsang gathering featuring sutra study and discussion, kirtan, mantra chanting, and meditation. Open to all by donation.

Miranda Priestly competes with her former assistant turned rival executive for advertising revenue as print media declines and Miranda nears retirement. Open captions available Monday. Rated PG13, 1 hour 59 minutes.

Tech Tutoring with Peter Tuesdays 10AM, 11AM, 12PM, 1PM, 2PM, 3PM Bring any kind of device and technology-related questions for tech help with Peter. Book your 45 minute one-on-one tech tutoring session with Peter online or visit the front desk at the Library.

Meditation leader Peter Levitt has practiced meditation for more than fifty years. As a fully authorized Zen teacher, he founded and led the Salt Spring Zen Circle until his retirement in 2023. He is the author of twenty books of poetry and prose, including translations from Japanese, Chinese, and Spanish. He developed this program with the hope that learning the general basics of meditation will bring greater calm, ease, enjoyment and understanding to fellow islanders. Each week’s session will include instruction, meditation, questions & answers, and the sharing of tea. Participants will be sitting in chairs and will be able to continue this practice at home. Beginning and experienced participants are welcome to join.

Salt Spring Tuesday Farmers’ Market is a food focused market that runs from late May – late October. Find fresh vegetables, fruits, flowers, baking, beverages and more at this lovely little local gem. The market is on every Tuesday from 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM in Centennial Park in Ganges.

A monthly book club every 2nd Tuesday of each month! This month we discuss Two Tricksters Find Friendship by Jess Willows and Johnny Aitken. We welcome you to join us in broadening our understanding of reconciliation through the exploration of literature and film created by Indigenous authors. Preregistration is requested. To obtain further information please contact: info@saltspringlibrary.com

Miranda Priestly competes with her former assistant turned rival executive for advertising revenue as print media declines and Miranda nears retirement. Open captions available Monday. Rated PG13, 1 hour 59 minutes.

Learn how to make use of AI in your day to day life. Join our speaker Juliana Paul for an engaging and beginner-friendly talk where we will beak down the basics of artificial intelligence in a way that actually makes sense. You’ll learn what AI is, how it works, and most importantly, how you can use it in your everyday life to save time, stay organized, and make things a little easier. Try out simple AI tools live Examples of what AI can create Asking the best prompts Real life uses

Winemaker dinner reception with Eduardo Ruiz of Bodegas Arzuaga Navarro from Ribera del Duero, Spain.

Nervous system reset breathwork circle led by Jessica.

BCSPCA provides one-on-one dog sitting during Saturday Market hours. Cost is $20 per hour (direct donation to BCSPCA), with a limit of one hour per dog. Available Saturdays May 9 through September 5, 2026, 9am-3pm (last dog accepted at 2pm).

Writing in Community Writers, do you struggle with staying motivated, with setting and achieving your goals, with finding others who understand the unique challenges of getting words on the page – even with simply starting a writing project? Join a group of local writers for weekly “write-ins”. Please note: This is not a critique group. You will not be reading your writing aloud, nor will you be required to read others’ work.

Join Explorers Club Medalists & Internationally acclaimed Photographers Pat & Rosemarie Keough Vicariously voyage the Arctic’s fabled Northwest Passage via the Keoughs’ great stories and stunning photography garnered during three transits. Topics include: people and culture, wildlife and vegetation, geology and ice, history and discoveries, climate change, boundary and waterway disputes…. and more! Join us for this free, 90-minute talk/slideshow.

Saturday, June 13 at 7:pm: C.C. Humphreys – The Double Life of Eve Sinclair Come and join us for the launch of Chris’ new book: The Alice Network meets The Nightingale in this romantic and suspenseful novel about a female spy who must push herself to her very limits to save herself and everything she holds dear – from nationally bestselling author and master of historical fiction C.C. Humphreys.

A dynamic slideshow presentation on adventures in the Northwest Passage by world-renowned speakers, hosted by the Salt Spring Trail & Nature Club.

Tech Tutoring with Peter Tuesdays 10AM, 11AM, 12PM, 1PM, 2PM, 3PM Bring any kind of device and technology-related questions for tech help with Peter. Book your 45 minute one-on-one tech tutoring session with Peter online or visit the front desk at the Library.

Meditation leader Peter Levitt has practiced meditation for more than fifty years. As a fully authorized Zen teacher, he founded and led the Salt Spring Zen Circle until his retirement in 2023. He is the author of twenty books of poetry and prose, including translations from Japanese, Chinese, and Spanish. He developed this program with the hope that learning the general basics of meditation will bring greater calm, ease, enjoyment and understanding to fellow islanders. Each week’s session will include instruction, meditation, questions & answers, and the sharing of tea. Participants will be sitting in chairs and will be able to continue this practice at home. Beginning and experienced participants are welcome to join.

Salt Spring Tuesday Farmers’ Market is a food focused market that runs from late May – late October. Find fresh vegetables, fruits, flowers, baking, beverages and more at this lovely little local gem. The market is on every Tuesday from 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM in Centennial Park in Ganges.

Where people come together, knit together, and share. Out of a love of knitting comes a space where folks can simply sit together and knit. Novice or über experienced everyone is welcome. Join us every third Wednesday of the month, 5-7pm.

Four-day festival featuring Indigenous music, dance, ceremony, and cultural gathering. Programming includes performances by headliners Ed Peekeekoot and Wesley Hardisty, workshops, exhibits, elders circles, and community potluck feast. All events alcohol- and substance-free.

A monthly ritual worship performed on the fourth day after the new moon, sacred to Ganeśh. Includes offerings and prayers to focus the mind and open the heart.

Howard LaFortune Sr. and Tuesday LaFortune return to Artcraft for a special Indigenous artist visit and pop up sale at Mahon Hall. Howard LaFortune Sr., from the Tsawout Nation, will share his wood carvings, and Tuesday LaFortune, a Nuu-chah-nulth artist, will present her beaded jewelry. Visitors are invited to meet the artists, learn more about their work, and browse a selection of handmade pieces.

ASK Salt Spring resumes on Friday, June 19 from 11 am to 1 pm. This session will welcome The Circle and provide information about Salt Spring youth programs.

ASK Salt Spring welcomes The Circle and shares information about Salt Spring youth programs. This event was rescheduled from June 12 to June 19.

ASK Salt Spring welcomes The Circle Education Society, which offers social-emotional educational programs focused on creating healthy relationships free of violence, bullying, and discrimination in schools.

Welcome ceremony for elders held at the Farmers Institute.

Gathering for elders; Sunday session followed by event teardown.

Three-day celebration of Indigenous culture featuring performances, workshops, ceremonies, markets, storytelling, and family activities at the Farmers' Institute and around Salt Spring Island. Opening ceremony Friday with Elder welcome, potluck feast, and events throughout the weekend including Indigenous art shows, dance performances, and educational presentations.

Community tipi raising activity at Farmers Institute Fairgrounds.

Community potluck feast featuring performer Kai Barrette, honouring elders.

Silent auction event. Ongoing through Saturday and Sunday of IPW weekend.

BCSPCA provides one-on-one dog sitting during Saturday Market hours. Cost is $20 per hour (direct donation to BCSPCA), with a limit of one hour per dog. Available Saturdays May 9 through September 5, 2026, 9am-3pm (last dog accepted at 2pm).

Celebrate Indigenous resistance, resilience, and joy by experiencing what local Indigenous islanders are creating these days. Pick up a new piece of art for your home, adorn yourself with some beautiful earrings, enjoy some delicious eats, and show your support for our local artists and creatives. While some vendors will likely accept e-transfer, we encourage cash as cell service can be spotty on the island. If you are an Indigenous artist and would like a table at this event, please contact Ariana by email at coach@arianafotinakis.com or by text at 604-760-2373

Katie Phillips and Margaret August visit Artcraft for a special Indigenous artist appearance and pop up sale on Friday, June 20 from 10am to 4pm at Mahon Hall. Meet the artists, learn more about their practices, and browse a selection of handmade work as part of the Indigenous Peoples Day Weekend festivities.

Writing in Community Writers, do you struggle with staying motivated, with setting and achieving your goals, with finding others who understand the unique challenges of getting words on the page – even with simply starting a writing project? Join a group of local writers for weekly “write-ins”. Please note: This is not a critique group. You will not be reading your writing aloud, nor will you be required to read others’ work.

Welcome ceremony for elders held at the Farmers Institute.

Join us for Indigenous Peoples Weekend at the Famers’ Institute, Saturday, June 20th at 12pm (inside the Tipi) Travelling the Pathway of Truth and Reconciliation: Stó:lō Nation’s Investigations of Indian Residential Schools and Hospital in the Fraser Valley This talk follows a track of Indian Residential School survivors’ actions over the past few decades, leading to a pathway of truth and reconciliation and current investigations of Indian Residential Schools and Hospitals across Canada. It’s focus is on the investigations that was lead on behalf of the Stó:lō Nation Chiefs Council, in collaboration with the Stó:lō Tribal Council, addressing the three residential schools and hospital in the Fraser Valley. I speak to our processes and purposes underlying our team’s work in developing and

Travelling the Pathway of Truth & Reconciliation Presenter Dr. David Schaepe traces survivors’ decades-long path toward truth and reconciliation, focusing on the investigations he leads for the Stó:lō Nation Chiefs Council into three residential schools and a hospital in BC’s Fraser Valley. He outlines the Xyólhmet ye Syéwiqwólh (“Taking Care of Our Children”) project’s methods and goals, highlights the BC Indian Residential School Technical Working Group’s Declaration Rejecting Denialism, and draws on 40+ years of survivor testimony to document residential school histories. Location: Farmers’ Institute for Indigenous Peoples Weekend SSI (Inside the Tipi) https://indigenouspeoplesweekend.ca/

Dr. David Schaepe presents on the Stó:lō Nation's investigations of Indian Residential Schools and Hospitals in the Fraser Valley, part of Indigenous Peoples Weekend. The talk traces survivors' actions toward truth and reconciliation over decades.

Storyteller and historian Kate Roland and family perform traditional storytelling and music highlighting the integral role of Native Hawaiians in shaping the Pacific Northwest.

Gathering for elders; Sunday session followed by event teardown.

Welcome ceremony for elders held at the Farmers Institute.

Traditional dance and ceremony performance by Elder Qwiyawultu-hw and the Tzinquaw Dancers.

This free event is a chance to chat with other Spanish speakers or learners in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. As this is a Conversational Group some knowledge of Spanish is necessary. ¡Hasta pronto! If you want to join, please contact: programs@saltspringlibrary.com

Métis and Irish step dance performance by Danielle Enblom with Pierre Schreyer (fiddle) and Adam Dobres (guitar).

Crown-Indigenous relations in British Columbia have been badly strained since the BC Supreme Court found, last August, that the Cowichan Nation holds Aboriginal title to a portion of land in Richmond. Some politicians and pundits seized on the Court decision to argue that private property was at risk. But is private property really at risk? What do the legislation and court judgments actually say? Why have these matters become so politicized? Adam Olsen is perfectly positioned to answer these and other questions. When Adam steps up to speak, he brings more than political experience – he carries age-old stories shaped by land, law and leadership. A proud member of the Tsartlip First Nation and former MLA for Saanich North and the Islands, Adam has spent years at the intersection of Indigen

A monthly ritual worship of Hanumān held on the Tuesday before the full moon, featuring pūjā, 11 recitations of the Hanumān Chālīsa (devotional song), and ārati.

Tech Tutoring with Peter Tuesdays 10AM, 11AM, 12PM, 1PM, 2PM, 3PM Bring any kind of device and technology-related questions for tech help with Peter. Book your 45 minute one-on-one tech tutoring session with Peter online or visit the front desk at the Library.

Salt Spring Tuesday Farmers’ Market is a food focused market that runs from late May – late October. Find fresh vegetables, fruits, flowers, baking, beverages and more at this lovely little local gem. The market is on every Tuesday from 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM in Centennial Park in Ganges.

An opportunity to exchange food you grow or make with others — bring what you like, take what you like! Presented by the FLT FoodShare Program and the Salt Spring Island Farmers' Institute.

This month we are reading The Miniaturist by Jessie Burton. Interested in reading and discussing well written books? Join the library book club! For more information email: bookclub@saltspringlibrary.com

Salt Spring Chamber of Commerce member mixer hosted by Ganges Yoga Studio owner Luna Dawson. Meet Luna, explore the newly renovated studio, and learn about classes, workshops, and wellness offerings. Kombucha, herbal teas, and snacks provided. Draw for free 10-class pass and half-price class coupons for attendees.

Gordon Grdina is a JUNO Award winning oud and guitar player whose career has spanned continents, decades, and constant genre exploration through avant-garde jazz, free-form improvisation, contemporary indie rock, Persian and Arabic music. His singular approach to the instruments has earned him recognition from the highest ranks of the jazz and improv world. CHRISTIAN LILLINGER (*1984, Lübben/GERMANY) is a drummer, composer, curator, producer, and founder of PLAIST. His work expands the boundaries of contemporary improvised and composed music through complex rhythmic architectures and innovative ensemble concepts. His artistic practice is characterized by high structural density, dynamic precision, and a distinctive approach to sound, form, and collective interaction. Lillinger develops un

A monthly Swedish language and culture gathering. Participants meet at the organizer's home to practice Swedish and socialize over fika (traditional Swedish coffee and snacks).

Winemaker dinner featuring Phantom Creek Estates wines with a 5-course dinner and wine pairings. Reception at 5:00 PM with Vinterra Imports representative Vicky Ainley, followed by dinner at 6:00 PM. Dinner $150, wine pairings $75, with 20% discount for Salt Spring locals with ID.

BCSPCA provides one-on-one dog sitting during Saturday Market hours. Cost is $20 per hour (direct donation to BCSPCA), with a limit of one hour per dog. Available Saturdays May 9 through September 5, 2026, 9am-3pm (last dog accepted at 2pm).

Writing in Community Writers, do you struggle with staying motivated, with setting and achieving your goals, with finding others who understand the unique challenges of getting words on the page – even with simply starting a writing project? Join a group of local writers for weekly “write-ins”. Please note: This is not a critique group. You will not be reading your writing aloud, nor will you be required to read others’ work.

Tech Tutoring with Peter Tuesdays 10AM, 11AM, 12PM, 1PM, 2PM, 3PM Bring any kind of device and technology-related questions for tech help with Peter. Book your 45 minute one-on-one tech tutoring session with Peter online or visit the front desk at the Library.

Salt Spring Tuesday Farmers’ Market is a food focused market that runs from late May – late October. Find fresh vegetables, fruits, flowers, baking, beverages and more at this lovely little local gem. The market is on every Tuesday from 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM in Centennial Park in Ganges.

Classic car and motorcycle show for pre-1975 vehicles. Features live music, Lions Club BBQ, and 50/50 draw. $20 vehicle entry fee; public gates open at 10 am.

Music Makers is very excited to present Simon Millerd and Kim Albert at All Saints by-the-Sea this Thursday, 7:30pm Simon Millerd grew up on Salt Spring and lived in Montreal for 11 years before returning back to the island, where he plays trumpet and piano in many local groups. He often plays solo piano in church at All Saints by-the-Sea on Sunday morning, performing original pieces or improvising spontaneously after the sermon. This is his first time playing a full length solo piano concert. Kim Albert grew up in a household in Quebec full of the traditional fiddle tunes of her self-taught dad and has been performing music since childhood. Her haunting, pared-down folk songs are steeped in love and loss. She crafts music as mindful meditation in a daily practice of acceptance, self-exp

At the Table: The Architecture of Control is a large-scale portrait installation by Salt Spring Island artist Jeannette Sirois, examining the legal, medical, bureaucratic, and religious systems through which queer and trans lives have been classified, regulated, and governed. Through monumental coloured-pencil portraits, personal testimony, and installation elements, the exhibition makes visible the structures of institutional control while centring the presence and voices of those most affected. Sirois is a Canadian visual artist working in large-scale portrait drawing and research-creation. At the Table is an ongoing touring exhibition, travelling through British Columbia through 2029. WHEN JULY 3 ― 27, 2026 WHERE Mahon Hall Stage Opening Reception JULY 3 | 6 ― 8 PM Artist Talk JUL

Meet the Men's Shed President Matthew and VP Remi to learn about the organization's activities, location, membership, and products. ASK Salt Spring hosts this community conversation event.

BCSPCA provides one-on-one dog sitting during Saturday Market hours. Cost is $20 per hour (direct donation to BCSPCA), with a limit of one hour per dog. Available Saturdays May 9 through September 5, 2026, 9am-3pm (last dog accepted at 2pm).

ONE DAY ONLY! STAINED GLASS SHOW Lorne Tippett is a local artist who specializes in stained glass. He grew up in picturesque eastern Canada and has been living on the west coast of B.C. since the mid 1990’s. He is an avid sea kayaker exploring our rugged shores which are an inspiration for many of his creations. Lorne’s approach to stained glass captures the essence of the outdoors. He creates designs that bring nature, rugged and delicate, into the home environment. Lorne’s stained glass apprentice, Monika Mayr, is a long time Salt Spring islander and a retired teacher. She has been working in glass off and on for many years. An apprenticeship follows a historical way of learning and developing one’s skills with hands on training. She was an immense help in making this show come to life

Writing in Community Writers, do you struggle with staying motivated, with setting and achieving your goals, with finding others who understand the unique challenges of getting words on the page – even with simply starting a writing project? Join a group of local writers for weekly “write-ins”. Please note: This is not a critique group. You will not be reading your writing aloud, nor will you be required to read others’ work.

Salt String Yarn & Fibre Crafts celebrates one year in business with community festivities including treats, door prizes, and discounts.

Join Salt Spring Arts Council for an artist talk with visual artist Jeannette Sirois on Sunday, July 5, from 2–3 PM at Mahon Hall Stage. The talk is presented in conjunction with her Artcraft Showcase exhibition, At the Table: The Architecture of Control. This is an opportunity to hear directly from the artist and learn more about the ideas, materials, and process behind the exhibition. Jeannette Sirois is a Salt Spring Island artist working in large-scale portrait drawing and research-creation. At the Table brings together monumental coloured-pencil portraits, personal testimony, and installation elements to examine the legal, medical, bureaucratic, and religious systems through which queer and trans lives have been administered, classified, and governed. At the centre of the exhibitio

Social gathering for people interested in moving away from fossil fuels through electrification, solar installation, rainwater collection, EV bikes and vehicles. Pizza, tea, coffee and refreshments provided.

Tech Tutoring with Peter Tuesdays 10AM, 11AM, 12PM, 1PM, 2PM, 3PM Bring any kind of device and technology-related questions for tech help with Peter. Book your 45 minute one-on-one tech tutoring session with Peter online or visit the front desk at the Library.

Salt Spring Tuesday Farmers’ Market is a food focused market that runs from late May – late October. Find fresh vegetables, fruits, flowers, baking, beverages and more at this lovely little local gem. The market is on every Tuesday from 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM in Centennial Park in Ganges.

An opportunity to exchange food you grow or make with others — bring what you like, take what you like! Presented by the FLT FoodShare Program and the Salt Spring Island Farmers' Institute.

Glow up at the library! These teen makeup tutorials are all about bold looks, fun experiments, and playing with color in a chill, judgment-free space. A super-cool instructor will share tips, tricks, and hacks so you can try new styles, ask all your questions, and walk out feeling extra confident and totally yourself. Some supplies provided, bring your own too! Ages 13 – 19. Registration required kwalter@saltspringlibrary.com

Join us on the Artcraft front porch for an afternoon of original Folk/Roots music with Peter Prince, a Salt Spring Island singer-songwriter, music and video artist, and longstanding Artcraft participant. With a warm, resonant voice and artfully crafted lyrics, Peter’s songs draw from four decades of creative work, travels from Haida Gwaii to the Himalayas, and a life rooted in the natural beauty and culture of the Salish Sea. His eight albums of original music reflect the perspective of an islander, traveller, artist, and father, while his compositions have appeared in film and television projects for National Geographic, NFB, CTV, CBC, Global, Fox, Bravo, CNN, and more. Peter will perform on Friday, July 10, from 12–2 PM. Photo credit: Brette Little @littlebrette

BCSPCA provides one-on-one dog sitting during Saturday Market hours. Cost is $20 per hour (direct donation to BCSPCA), with a limit of one hour per dog. Available Saturdays May 9 through September 5, 2026, 9am-3pm (last dog accepted at 2pm).

Writing in Community Writers, do you struggle with staying motivated, with setting and achieving your goals, with finding others who understand the unique challenges of getting words on the page – even with simply starting a writing project? Join a group of local writers for weekly “write-ins”. Please note: This is not a critique group. You will not be reading your writing aloud, nor will you be required to read others’ work.

Author Talk with David Rumsey Mindful Meetings by David C. Rumsey presents a practical framework for transforming unproductive meetings into focused, effective discussions. Drawing on the Buddhist Eightfold Path, it introduces a balanced approach that reduces conflict, clarifies purpose, and improves decision-making in organizations of all kinds. Library Community Program Room.

Tech Tutoring with Peter Tuesdays 10AM, 11AM, 12PM, 1PM, 2PM, 3PM Bring any kind of device and technology-related questions for tech help with Peter. Book your 45 minute one-on-one tech tutoring session with Peter online or visit the front desk at the Library.

Salt Spring Tuesday Farmers’ Market is a food focused market that runs from late May – late October. Find fresh vegetables, fruits, flowers, baking, beverages and more at this lovely little local gem. The market is on every Tuesday from 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM in Centennial Park in Ganges.

A Reconciliation Reading Circle at the Library featuring a screening of the film Bones of Crows by Métis/Dene filmmaker Marie Clements. Attendees are invited to bring a snack or drink to share. All are welcome.

ArtSpring's biggest fundraiser of the year features furnishings, jewelry, artworks, musical instruments, sporting equipment, collectibles, and professional services. All proceeds support Salt Spring's arts community.

Where people come together, knit together, and share. Out of a love of knitting comes a space where folks can simply sit together and knit. Novice or über experienced everyone is welcome. Join us every third Wednesday of the month, 5-7pm.

BCSPCA provides one-on-one dog sitting during Saturday Market hours. Cost is $20 per hour (direct donation to BCSPCA), with a limit of one hour per dog. Available Saturdays May 9 through September 5, 2026, 9am-3pm (last dog accepted at 2pm).

Writing in Community Writers, do you struggle with staying motivated, with setting and achieving your goals, with finding others who understand the unique challenges of getting words on the page – even with simply starting a writing project? Join a group of local writers for weekly “write-ins”. Please note: This is not a critique group. You will not be reading your writing aloud, nor will you be required to read others’ work.

A vibrant Pride celebration featuring drag performances, live music, dancing, and entertainment. Headliner is Vivian Vanderpuss from Canada's Drag Race Season 3. Licensed event, 19+. Tickets $30 advance, $40 at door.

Copper Kettle, a grassroots nonprofit supporting Salt Spring's basic needs, hosts a free community fundraiser with live music from local artists, picnic setup, and local art for sale. Donations support the organization's work.

This free event is a chance to chat with other Spanish speakers or learners in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. As this is a Conversational Group some knowledge of Spanish is necessary. ¡Hasta pronto! If you want to join, please contact: programs@saltspringlibrary.com

An evening in the garden of a stately Italian villa, under the summer stars. When love and loyalty meet the shadow of power — wit becomes weapon, gossip becomes strategy, and reputation becomes everything. When honour is currency, who defines it, and who pays the price? Shakespeare’s most sparkling comedy, performed outdoors in the heart of Vesuvius. PERFORMANCES: July 17, 18, 23, 24 & 25 at 7:00 pm July 19 at 3:00 pm Gates open 30 minutes before show. TICKETS: https://www.exitstageleftproductions.com/ Adults $35 · Youth $20 *Opening Night (July 17) Early Bird Special* Two adults for $55 until July 1 COME PREPARED FOR AN EVENING IN THE GARDEN Bring a lawn chair, low chair, or blanket · A shawl or light jacket for the evening breeze · Dolce, antipasto, and bubbly available for purchase

Palestine Action Salt Spring Island warmly welcomes Chef Izzeldin Bukhari from Sacred Cuisine at Beaver Point Hall on July 20th for a celebration of Palestinian cuisine and storytelling. Join us for a celebration of Palestinian resistance with chef Izzeldin Bukhari of Sacred Cuisine, visiting from the Old City of Jerusalem. Dinner will be at Beaver Point Hall. Doors open at 5 with dinner to be served at 6. Chef Izzeldin will share a multi course vegetarian/vegan meal of traditional Palestinian foods and delight you with stories about the dishes’ ingredients, history and how they reflect Palestinian culture. Hear about Izzeldin’s family ties and childhood experiences in Gaza with his grandmother and extended family, and discover how food relates to cultural resistance. In Izzeldin’s own

Tech Tutoring with Peter Tuesdays 10AM, 11AM, 12PM, 1PM, 2PM, 3PM Bring any kind of device and technology-related questions for tech help with Peter. Book your 45 minute one-on-one tech tutoring session with Peter online or visit the front desk at the Library.

An opportunity to exchange food you grow or make with others — bring what you like, take what you like! Presented by the FLT FoodShare Program and the Salt Spring Island Farmers' Institute.

This month we are reading Mrs Dalloway by Virginia Woolfe. Interested in reading and discussing well written books? Join the library book club! For more information email: bookclub@saltspringlibrary.com

An evening in the garden of a stately Italian villa, under the summer stars. When love and loyalty meet the shadow of power — wit becomes weapon, gossip becomes strategy, and reputation becomes everything. When honour is currency, who defines it, and who pays the price? Shakespeare’s most sparkling comedy, performed outdoors in the heart of Vesuvius. PERFORMANCES: July 17, 18, 23, 24 & 25 at 7:00 pm July 19 at 3:00 pm Gates open 30 minutes before show. TICKETS: https://www.exitstageleftproductions.com/ Adults $35 · Youth $20 *Opening Night (July 17) Early Bird Special* Two adults for $55 until July 1 COME PREPARED FOR AN EVENING IN THE GARDEN Bring a lawn chair, low chair, or blanket · A shawl or light jacket for the evening breeze · Dolce, antipasto, and bubbly available for purchase

Toy Story 5 plays at The Fritz from Friday July 24 through Thursday July 30. Evening shows at 7:00 PM, Sunday matinee at 3:00 PM. Rated G, 1 hour 42 minutes. Open captions available Monday.

BCSPCA provides one-on-one dog sitting during Saturday Market hours. Cost is $20 per hour (direct donation to BCSPCA), with a limit of one hour per dog. Available Saturdays May 9 through September 5, 2026, 9am-3pm (last dog accepted at 2pm).

Writing in Community Writers, do you struggle with staying motivated, with setting and achieving your goals, with finding others who understand the unique challenges of getting words on the page – even with simply starting a writing project? Join a group of local writers for weekly “write-ins”. Please note: This is not a critique group. You will not be reading your writing aloud, nor will you be required to read others’ work.

Yerba Fest at Stowell Lake farm. Event includes 2 adult tickets, 2 children tickets, and 1 parking pass. Duration approximately 10.5 hours.

Laurel Corona presents her fifth novel ‘Aloha Wanderwell Takes the Wheel’ – imagine a spirited and rebellious girl of sixteen stuck in a 1920s convent boarding school, facing a future of dull domesticity. Imagine her escaping, and over the next decade driving across five continents and becoming famous as the first woman to drive around the world, before tragedy brings the adventure to a stunning end. Aloha Wanderwell was a Canadian explorer, author, filmmaker, and aviator born in 1906 in Winnepeg who grew up on Vancouver Island.

Wine mixer fundraiser for the BC Burn Fund organized by the Salt Spring Island Firefighters Association. Features live music by Gasoline Alley. Proceeds support firefighters and burn victims.

The Salt Spring Island Fire Fighters Association presents the first annual Gangelina Wine Mixer in support of the BC Burn Fund. The evening features live music, drinks, food, lawn games, and dancing. Tickets are $35 in advance or $40 at the door, including two drink tickets. Supervised child care is available.

Toy Story 5 plays at The Fritz from Friday July 24 through Thursday July 30. Evening shows at 7:00 PM, Sunday matinee at 3:00 PM. Rated G, 1 hour 42 minutes. Open captions available Monday.

The Salish Sea Bassoon Collective presents Bassoon-apalooza: a rare chance to see twelve bassoons on one stage! Bassoon-apalooza brings together four of Salt Spring Island’s bright new student bassoonists alongside eight professional players for an unforgettable musical showcase. From playful children’s songs and rowdy sea shanties to dramatic tangos and classical favourites, this concert proves just how versatile, fun, and powerful this unique double-reed instrument can be. Come out for a fantastic evening of music, witness a true bassoon extravaganza, and cheer on the next generation of Salt Spring musicians! This concert celebrates the success of the Bassoon Incubator project, launched in July 2025 by professional bassoonists Kerry Graham and Tracie Whitelaw. Thanks to the incredible

Salt Spring Island’s first Silent Book Club meetup is happening behind Mavericks Cafe on Salt Spring Island on July 26! This is a BYOB (bring your own book) format. Show up at 2pm, grab a seat, order a coffee or an ice cream scoop, and tell us what you’re reading. At 2:30pm we read quietly for an hour. Stick around after if you want to talk, or just keep reading. Kids are welcome if they can read independently. All genres, all readers, all levels of introversion welcome. ​Those who pre-register will get a famous Mavericks cookie, free. Hosted by Paper Covers Rock, the Salt Spring Island Society for Readers & Writers (papercoversrock.ca)

Toy Story 5 plays at The Fritz from Friday July 24 through Thursday July 30. Evening shows at 7:00 PM, Sunday matinee at 3:00 PM. Rated G, 1 hour 42 minutes. Open captions available Monday.

Toy Story 5 plays at The Fritz from Friday July 24 through Thursday July 30. Evening shows at 7:00 PM, Sunday matinee at 3:00 PM. Rated G, 1 hour 42 minutes. Open captions available Monday.

Toy Story 5 plays at The Fritz from Friday July 24 through Thursday July 30. Evening shows at 7:00 PM, Sunday matinee at 3:00 PM. Rated G, 1 hour 42 minutes. Open captions available Monday.

My wish is that my work will invoke a sense of calm, familiarity that might rekindle the Love of our World. I wish for the viewer, that you will close your eyes and open your memory to places that you recall from your life: feel the breeze, smell the sea, be grateful for our world and seek to preserve it.

Tech Tutoring with Peter Tuesdays 10AM, 11AM, 12PM, 1PM, 2PM, 3PM Bring any kind of device and technology-related questions for tech help with Peter. Book your 45 minute one-on-one tech tutoring session with Peter online or visit the front desk at the Library.

Salt Spring Tuesday Farmers’ Market is a food focused market that runs from late May – late October. Find fresh vegetables, fruits, flowers, baking, beverages and more at this lovely little local gem. The market is on every Tuesday from 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM in Centennial Park in Ganges.

Toy Story 5 plays at The Fritz from Friday July 24 through Thursday July 30. Evening shows at 7:00 PM, Sunday matinee at 3:00 PM. Rated G, 1 hour 42 minutes. Open captions available Monday.

Toy Story 5 plays at The Fritz from Friday July 24 through Thursday July 30. Evening shows at 7:00 PM, Sunday matinee at 3:00 PM. Rated G, 1 hour 42 minutes. Open captions available Monday.

Zine Market CANCELLED Market Thur. July 30 1 – 3PM On July 2nd, get loud, get weird, and make your own zine(magazine) from scratch with scissors, glue, markers, and whatever else you can get your hands on. Bring your ideas, your art, your opinions, or your best chaotic energy—this is all about making something totally DIY and unapologetically you. You can also sell your finished zine on July 30th for the Zine Vendor Market and share it with the community. Supplies & snacks provided .. Ages 13 – 19. Registration required kwalter@saltspringlibrary.com

Ordinary Exaltation brings together the work of Cheryl Long and Laura Keil, two Salt Spring Island artists whose practices are rooted in close attention, material exploration, and a reverence for the natural world. In her recent body of oil paintings, Cheryl Long explores the mystery, spirit, and living presence she senses in nature. Moving between landscape and dreamscape, her work reaches beyond physical appearances to consider the energetic, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of the world around her. Inspired in part by the early 20th-century Transcendentalist painters, Cheryl uses colour, form, light, and intuitive imagery to express a deeper relationship with the land and the unseen forces that move through it. Laura Keil’s ceramic practice is equally grounded in attention and relationship. Working with coils, slabs, and pinching, Laura builds her vessels slowly and intuitively, allowing each form to develop its own presence. Her surfaces further deepen this sense of transformation, with some pieces shaped by the ash, flame, and atmosphere of the wood kiln, and others finished with glazes that evoke the patina of weathered bronze or copper. Together, Cheryl Long and Laura

ASK Salt Spring community conversation series. July 24 cancelled; rescheduled to July 31 to welcome Ellie Parks for a discussion about aging in place.

BCSPCA provides one-on-one dog sitting during Saturday Market hours. Cost is $20 per hour (direct donation to BCSPCA), with a limit of one hour per dog. Available Saturdays May 9 through September 5, 2026, 9am-3pm (last dog accepted at 2pm).

Writing in Community Writers, do you struggle with staying motivated, with setting and achieving your goals, with finding others who understand the unique challenges of getting words on the page – even with simply starting a writing project? Join a group of local writers for weekly “write-ins”. Please note: This is not a critique group. You will not be reading your writing aloud, nor will you be required to read others’ work.

A playful, participatory session connecting DWeb Camp Cascadia participants with Salt Spring Island's regenerative farming, technology, and community resilience communities through facilitated conversations and creative prompts to spark collaborations.

Join artist Cheryl Long for an Artist Talk as part of Artcraft Showcase 3: Ordinary Exaltation, featuring Cheryl Long and Laura Keil. Cheryl’s recent body of work explores the mystery, spirit, and living presence of the natural world. Moving between landscape and dreamscape, her oil paintings reach beyond physical appearances to consider the energetic, emotional, and spiritual dimensions she senses in nature. In this talk, Cheryl will share more about her process, influences, and the ideas behind this new body of work, including her interest in painting as a way of entering into deeper relationship with landscape, form, and the unseen. Ordinary Exaltation is on view at Mahon Hall from July 31 to August 24, 2026. This exhibition is generously sponsored by Hastings House.

An annual march organized by Penelakut Tribe to honor elders and celebrate children. Participants meet at 8:30am at the Salish Sea Market/Chemainus Ferry Terminal with the march beginning around 9am. Those unable to attend the march are invited to gather at Waterwheel Park.

Tech Tutoring with Peter Tuesdays 10AM, 11AM, 12PM, 1PM, 2PM, 3PM Bring any kind of device and technology-related questions for tech help with Peter. Book your 45 minute one-on-one tech tutoring session with Peter online or visit the front desk at the Library.

Salt Spring Tuesday Farmers’ Market is a food focused market that runs from late May – late October. Find fresh vegetables, fruits, flowers, baking, beverages and more at this lovely little local gem. The market is on every Tuesday from 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM in Centennial Park in Ganges.

An opportunity to exchange food you grow or make with others — bring what you like, take what you like! Presented by the FLT FoodShare Program and the Salt Spring Island Farmers' Institute.

Theatre Workshop SHAKESPEARE Friday – Sunday 4:30PM – 7:30PM