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SALT SPRING PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION (PARC) 145 Vesuvius Bay Road, Salt Spring Island BC V8K 1K3 Telephone: 250.537.4448 | Fax: 250.537.4456 | Email: ssiparc@crd.bc.ca Commission Chair: Jon Suk Manager, Parks and Recreation: Dan Ovington Commission Meetings… PARC usually meets on the 3rd Monday of every month, in the PARC meeting room in Portlock Park, at 5:00pm. These meetings are open to the public. Go to www.crd.bc.ca under ‘Agenda and Minutes’, to view current projects. To speak to the Commission... PARC invites comments or suggestions from members of the public at the beginning of each meeting, but we ask that your presentation be limited to 5 minutes. Please email the PARC office at ssiparc@crd.bc.ca, at least one week before the meeting, to be put on the agenda. Time has been allotted for a maximum of 3 delegations per meeting. To have the Commission speak to your group... Please contact the office at 250.537.4448 to arrange a time and date. To join the Commission... Every year volunteers are needed to fill 2-year terms as a member of the Salt Spring Island Parks and Recreation Commission. Application forms, available at the office, are accepted year round to fill vacant positions and for new terms beginning January of the following year. Visit www.crd. bc.ca/saltspring for more information. Neither CRD nor Salt Spring Parks and Recreation Commission have reviewed the qualifications of any person advertising services in this listing. No endorsement is intended of any person, organization or service offered. Members of the public should make their own inquiries to find competent, qualified instructors who will meet their requirements.

PARC Commissioners For 2017 Jon Suk, Chairperson • Garth Hendren, VICE Chair Dan Clements • Sonja Collombin • Matt Kellow • Brian Webster Wayne McIntyre, CRD Director

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contents PARC Programs

• Art................................................................................... 6 • Camps............................................................................ 8 • Cooking........................................................................ 6 • Emergency Workshops.........................................15 • First Aid......................................................................... 6 • Fitness........................................................................... 7 • Instructor Profiles....................................................14 • Music.............................................................................. 7 • Personal Development............................................ 7 • Aquatics......................................................................10 • School Age................................................................... 8 • Teens.............................................................................. 9 • Trail System................................................................. 5

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• Arts, Dance & Culture............................................18 • Community Groups...............................................25 • Family Programs.....................................................32 • Festivals & Community Events..........................16 • Food and Farming..................................................27 • General Interest......................................................28 • Health, Fitness & Wellness...................................29 • Information Resources.........................................33 • Personal Development.........................................31 • Recreation & Sports...............................................35 • Rental Facilities........................................................34 • Youth Groups & Centres.......................................38 DECEMBER 7, 2016 | GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD

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parc’s trail system

In 2016, PARC’s trail crew has focused on major repair and upgrades on existing trails such as Duck Creek. PARC has secured Statutory Rights-of-Way between Lepage Road and Whims Road, and the trail crew will be developing Hedger’s Turn Trail. Watch for more information on this new walk in the spring edition of the Leisure Guide. And hot off the press………… the latest version of PARC’s brochure, ‘Trails At A Glance’.

In addition to updated trail rating information, the guide includes two of our newest trails, Bishop’s Walk and Blackburn, and stunning photos taken by one of PARC’s trail crew, Justin Byron. Hard copies are available at the PARC office and at the Tourist Information Centre, or it can be viewed online at www.crd.bc.ca/ ssiparc. PARC’s trail system totals almost 40 km of developed trails that provide residents and visitors with opportunities for physical activities such as walking, running and bird watching, as well as mountain biking and horseback riding where permitted. Get together and enjoy the great outdoors with friends and family. Additional Island trail networks can be found in Provincial Parks and the Salt Spring Island Conservancy properties.

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• Cancellation Policy - Notice of three business days or more is required before the first class (or series of classes) in order to receive a refund. Refund requests after this time must be approved by the Manager, unless otherwise stated. A $5 administration fee will be charged on all requests for refunds for each program. There is no charge to leave a credit on your account. • Course Cancellation - Programs may, at times, be cancelled or combined, due to insufficient enrollment. These decisions are made a few days in advance of the start date, so please register early to avoid disappointment. In the event of a cancellation, time or location change, participants will be notified with as much lead time as possible, and refunds will be given proportionate to rate of fees or charges paid. • Late Pick-up Fee - Parents may be charged a late pickup fee if they arrive after the end time of any PARC-run children’s camp. The fee of $20 will be due at the PARC office before your child can attend the next day of camp. If you are going to be late, please call the office and let us know as soon as possible. GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD | DECEMBER 7, 2016

• Freedom of Information - If you are registering for a program, purchasing a pool pass, or applying for a Park Use Permit, we will ask for certain personal information. This is required to ensure proper record keeping, to properly register you in the program of your choice, to ensure the security and proper use of your pass, and for invoicing and other correspondence as needed. The information is for the sole use of Salt Spring Island Parks and Recreation and its staff, and is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Section 26(c).

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Adults Arts, Dance and Culture JAPANESE CALLIGRAPHY 101

16 yrs+ Without an eraser, one motion stroke, would you like to be able to write your own calligraphy? Learn about the tools used in Japanese Calligraphy and how to use them correctly. Practice very basic strokes and experience the sense of fundamental meditational Japanese calligraphy. Leave class with a masterpiece of your favorite Japanese character on Washi paper (Shikishi). Price includes a $15 materials cost. Instructor: Shinobu Murata Tu 5:30pm-7:30pm Jan 17 $45/1 class Location: Portlock Park Portable Classroom – 145 Vesuvius Bay Rd.

CALLIGRAPHY - NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION 16 yrs+ Prerequisite: Japanese Calligraphy 101 or basic knowledge of calligraphy. One of the most common Japanese New Year’s traditions is called “Kakizome” or first writing. To start your New Year, write your resolution using calligraphy. You can hang your finished personal affirmation on the wall. Price includes a $15 materials cost. Instructor: Shinobu Murata Tu 5:30pm-7:30pm Jan 24 $45/1 class Location: Portlock Park Portable Classroom – 145 Vesuvius Bay Rd. CALLIGRAPHY - REIKI SYMBOLS 16 yrs+ Prerequisite: Japanese Calligraphy 101 or basic knowledge of calligraphy. Meditational Japanese Calligraphy will introduce you to using a brush for literacy purposes and extend that to artistic painting and how it can relate to your everyday life. Learn about the principals of Reiki and how to illustrate Reiki symbols using calligraphy. Price includes a $15 materials cost. Instructor: Shinobu Murata Tu 5:30pm-7:30pm Jan 31 $45/1 class Location: Portlock Park Portable Classroom – 145 Vesuvius Bay Rd. HAIKU - JAPANESE POETRY 16 yrs+

Haiku is for everyone who celebrates their life and the world. This course will show you the very basic Haiku method and the history of Japanese poetry. Creating Haiku will bring to you not only literacy satisfaction but will also open your heart to a new joy in your daily life and a deeper connection to your inner self. Instructor: Shinobu Murata Tu 5:30pm-7:30pm Feb 7 $30/1 class Location: Portlock Park Portable Classroom – 145 Vesuvius Bay Rd.

START A NOVEL OR MEMOIR 16 yrs+

Find your voice, writing from your imagination and memory. Six, three-hour sessions for those who want to begin a novel or memoir. Salt Spring writer Pearl Gray will lead the group with topics, interaction and feedback. You’ll be amazed at what’s inside you. For information on Pearl, visit pearlgray.ca . Instructor: Pearl Gray Tu 1pm - 4pm Feb 21 – Mar 28 $120/6 classes Location: Portlock Park Portable Classroom – 145 Vesuvius Bay Rd. 6

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LEARN TO MAKE BEADED BRACELETS 8 yrs+

Enjoy learning two different bracelet designs with the beads, seeds and gemstones of your choice. Family friendly. Materials included. Instructor: Christina Surbey Su 10am – 12pm Mar 5 $30/1 class Location: Portlock Park Portable Classroom – 145 Vesuvius Bay Rd.

LEARN TO MAKE EARINGS 8 yrs+

Make your own feather or crystal earrings. These can make a fun, creative gift for yourself or others. Family Friendly. Materials included. Instructor: Christina Surbey Su 10am – 12pm Mar 12 $30/1 class Location: Portlock Park Portable Classroom – 145 Vesuvius Bay Rd.

LEARN TO MAKE WIRE WRAPPED PENDANTS AND/ OR RINGS 8 yrs+

Choose the gemstones that speak to you from Christina’s large collection. Learn how to wrap your stone using copper wire to create beautiful rings or pendants. Materials included. Instructor: Christina Surbey Su 10am – 12pm Mar 19 $30/1 class Location: Portlock Park Portable Classroom – 145 Vesuvius Bay Rd.

LEARN TO MAKE DREAM CATCHERS 15 yrs+

Bring out your creative side during this unique evening of dream catcher making. We will be making triangle shape dream catchers out of different types of wood and will weave in gemstones and feathers. Materials included. Instructor: Christina Surbey F 6pm-8pm Mar 24 $30/1 class Location: Portlock Park Portable Classroom – 145 Vesuvius Bay Rd.

Cooking MAKE YOUR OWN BRIE 15 yrs+ Learn how to make your own Brie! Join Paula Maddison who has been teaching the lost art of home cheese crafting for over 4 years and learn how to make your own Brie and Cambozola cheese at home. This is a demonstration style, taste, touch and feel class where Paula will take students through the process of ripening Traditional Brie. Advanced cheese making techniques are discussed and cultures and ingredients to make your own at home are included. Paula demystifies the process of making your own home-made cheeses. Brie is an easy cheese to make and so delicious! Su 1:00pm – 3:00pm Feb 26 $70/1 class Located: Salt Spring Island Middle School Teaching Kitchen – 120 Rainbow Rd.

First Aid OCCUPATIONAL FIRST AID LEVEL 1 (OFA 1)

Workplace Emergency First Aid is the Red Cross equivalent for OFA level 1. A comprehensive day course offering first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills for those who need training due to work requirements. This course will cover: preparing to respond, prevention of disease transmission, wound care and WorksafeBC records, airway, breathing and circulation emergencies, shock, bleeding and medical emergencies. Upon completion of this course you will be certified for three years. Instructor: Vital Link Ventures Su 9am – 5pm Jan 15 $130/1 class Location: Portlock Park Portable Classroom – 145 Vesuvius Bay Rd. DECEMBER 7, 2016 | GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD

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Fitness & Wellness HOLISTIC FITNESS – WALKING AND HIKING GROUPS 16 yrs+

Spark the change & kick start the New Year by creating new healthy habits. Exercising in nature gives you more energy & is very grounding. This group will help you create new lifestyle changes. We provide support along the way, so it’s easy to succeed. This 10-week, fun program includes setting goals, tracking your heart rate, positive affirmations & follow through. Become the healthiest version of yourself. Bring a good pair of running shoes, comfortable clothing, rain jacket & water bottle. Instructor: Tanja Akerman

Light Pace Walking:

M/Tu/Th 11:30am – 12:00pm Jan 9 – Mar 16 $60/30 sessions M/Tu/Th 11:30am – 12:00pm Apr 3 – Apr 27 Location: Mouat Park, Main Entrance

Moderate to Vigorous Pace Walking:

M/Tu/Th 12:00pm – 12:45pm Jan 9 – Mar 16 $60/30 sessions M/Tu/Th 12:00pm – 12:45pm Apr 3 – Apr 27 $22/11 sessions Location: Mouat Park, Main Entrance

Music CRAZY FOR UKULELE 1 15 yrs+ Beginner level. The ukulele invites us all to have fun, play, sing and learn about music at the same time. This class will cover music fundamentals including chords, melodies, folk song repertoire, rhythm, improvisation and all with an emphasis on actually making music! * Ukuleles available for rent or purchase upon request. Song materials provided. Instructor: Lloyd English Sa 10:00am-11:00am Jan 28 – Mar 18 $95/8 classes Location: Portlock Park Portable Classroom – 145 Vesuvius Bay Rd. CRAZY FOR UKULELE 2 15 yrs+ Intermediate level. This level 2 class is designed for all those ukulele players who have previous experience or have completed level l. Level 2 will focus on building folk, country and pop repertoire, both in accompaniment and playing melody. We will also learn new major and minor Scales, arpeggios and intervals, two and three part arrangements, new chord progressions as well as a study and review of the baritone and tenor ukuleles. *Ukuleles available for rent or purchase upon request. Song materials provided. Guitars are also welcome as a second instrument. Instructor: Lloyd English Sa 11:15am-12:15pm Jan 28 – Mar 18 $95/8 classes Location: Portlock Park Portable Classroom – 145 Vesuvius Bay Rd. Remember ... you can

Vigorous Pace Hike:

Tu/Th 1pm – 2pm Jan 10 – Mar 16 $40/20 sessions Tu/Th 1pm – 2pm Apr 4 – Apr 27 $16/8 sessions Location: Mt. Erskine, Trustees Trail Entrance (Top of Juniper Place)

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Personal Development MAC COMPUTERS 101 16 yrs+

ZUMBA TONING 15 yrs+

Zumba toning is perfect for those who want to party but put extra emphasis on toning and sculpting to define those muscles! The challenge of adding resistance by using Zumba Toning Sticks (or light weights) helps you focus on specific muscle groups so you (and your muscles) stay engaged! Drop-ins welcome, fee $12. Instructor: Marifer Robledo, Certified Zumba Instructor Th 5:00pm-6:00pm Jan 12 – Mar 16 $100/10 Classes Location: Salt Spring Island Middle School Dance Studio, South Wing.

DEBFIT® BEGINNER WEIGHT LOSS OUTDOOR BOOTCAMP 16 yrs+

This outdoor beginner weight loss bootcamp is all about safe, fun and effective exercises in a beginner-friendly class. Reap the benefits of fresh-air-fitness! Exercising in the great outdoors brings about an exhilarating sense of achievement and vibrancy! Modifications are given for every fitness level as you’re coached through a total-body muscle strengthening circuit, core conditioning and Yoga stretch.*Please Note: There is no running in this program and on rainy days we work out under the picnic shelter and/or in the park’s portable classroom. Instructor: Deb LeBlanc Tu 8:45am - 9:30am Jan 24 – Apr 11 $156/12 classes Location: Portlock Park Picnic Shelter – 145 Vesuvius Bay Rd. GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD | DECEMBER 7, 2016

Build your digital literacy, learn how to master your Mac and IOS devices, and be safe on the Internet. We will cover basic to intermediate skills, and allow plenty of time to have questions answered. The four classes will consist of: 1) computer basics, files, hardware and software, 2) Internet and social media, 3) Security, phones and tablets, backup, and 4) Productivity and creative applications. It’s recommended you bring your own laptop or tablet. Drop-ins are welcome at $25/class. Instructor: Wreford Miller W 6:30pm - 8:00pm Jan 11 – Feb 1 $80/4 classes Location: Portlock Park Portable Classroom – 145 Vesuvius Bay Rd.

PC COMPUTERS 101 16 yrs+ You can be a better and happier Windows 7 user. Get tips’n’tricks from an old pro. Each class will focus on different topics but will be flexible to assure all of your questions get answered. The four classes will consist of: 1) Windows Basics: desktop, files and folders, control panel, 2) Internet: email, browser, search, safety, 3) Maintenance: back-up, clean-up, tune-up, speed-up, 4) Security Issues: malware/virus, scams and what to do now! Follow along on your laptop or take notes home. Drop-ins are welcome at $25/class. Instructor: Ken Deaton, a.k.a Dr. Computer W 4:30pm - 6:00pm Jan 11 – Feb 1 $80/4 classes Location: Portlock Park Portable Classroom – 145 Vesuvius Bay Rd. S A LT S P R I N G I S L A N D L E I S U R E G U I D E

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FRIDAY ADVENTURE CAMP 6-12 yrs Stay active this winter at this Friday Adventure camp! These action-packed days will include different activities, games, crafts, sports, visitors and expeditions. There will be a trip to the library and swimming pool on the 3rd camp day of the month. Campers 5 years of age who have completed Kindergarten can register for Friday Adventure Camps. F.......8:30am – 3:30pm Dec 16.......... Creative Clay Day $34/day F.......8:30am-3:30pm Jan 6................. Happy New Year! $34/day F.......8:30am-3:30pm Jan 13.............. Welcome to Hogwarts $34/day F.......8:30am-3:30pm Jan 20.............. Fear Factor (pool day) $34/day F.......8:30am-3:30pm Jan 27.............. Space is the Place $34/day F.......8:30am-3:30pm Feb 3................. Happy Ground Hog Day $34/day F.......8:30am-3:30pm Feb 10.............. Super Hero Special $34/day F.......8:30am-3:30pm Feb 24.............. Camp’s Got Talent (pool day) $34/day F.......8:30am-3:30pm Mar 3................ Jurassic World $34/day F.......8:30am-3:30pm Mar 10............. Pay it Forward $34/day F.......8:30am-3:30pm Mar 17............. Get your Green on (pool day) $34/day F.......8:30am-3:30pm Apr 7................. Do the Hop! $34/day Location: Portlock Park Portable Classroom – 145 Vesuvius Bay Rd.

Find new direction that aligns with who you truly are and reconnect with your Soul’s intentions for this lifetime. Butterfly Medicine Teachings help you be present with what is happening now, and the next steps to take. A guided meditation practice will help you merge with your True Self, followed by a SoulCollage® exercise to access your inner wisdom. Instructor: Jennifer Regular Sa 9:30am – 12:30pm Jan 21 $45/1 class Location: Portlock Park Portable Classroom – 145 Vesuvius Bay Rd.

GUIDED HEALING MEDITATION SERIES 16 yrs+

Four weeks of guided meditation to soothe your soul and nurture your well-being. Learn about heart opening mudra meditation, harmonizing your chakras, tuning into your heart’s calling and aligning with your true self. Instructor: Jennifer Regular Su 2pm – 3pm Feb 5 – Feb 26 $60/4 classes Th 5:30pm - 6:30pm Feb 23 – Mar 16 $60/4 classes Location: Portlock Park Portable Classroom – 145 Vesuvius Bay Rd.

STAGING YOUR HOME

Whether you are planning to sell your home, or want to quickly freshen up your space, this workshop is for you. From large to tiny homes, this workshop will teach you essential tips and tricks to creating a great space including: colours, creating flow, how to brighten up a dark room or corner, decluttering, displaying art and photos, furniture placement, focal point essentials, fabric and textures and what you can do with what you have. This course is a good complement to the Interior Design Basics and Beyond workshop. Instructor: Jeannette Sirois Tu 6:30pm – 8:30pm Feb 14 – Feb 28 $60/3 classes Location: Portlock Park Portable Classroom – 145 Vesuvius Bay Rd.

INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS AND BEYOND 16 yrs+

This workshop is for all interior design enthusiasts, whether you are working on a current project, planning one or just have a passion for beautiful spaces. This workshop will introduce you to space planning and layout, kitchen and bath design, colours and paint, basic upgrading made easy, working within your budget, design concepts from modern, traditional to shabby chic, talking to contractors and more. Jeannette has a degree in Interior Design and worked as a designer at a top firm in Montreal, in both commercial and residential designs for 15 years. She has also just finished designing and building her own house and studio. Instructor: Jeannette Sirois Th 7pm – 9pm Mar 2 – Mar 16 $60/3 classes Location: Portlock Park Portable Classroom – 145 Vesuvius Bay Rd.

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SPRING BREAK ADVENTURE CAMP 6-12 yrs School’s out! Stay active over the break in the Spring Break Adventure Camp. Each week will include new games and activities, sports, crafts and swimming. No matter what your age, there will be opportunities for learning, mentoring and making new friends! Children 5 years old who have completed Kindergarten are able to register. M - F 8:30am-3:30pm Mar 20 – Mar 24 A Trip around the World $150/1 week M - F 8:30am-3:30pm Mar 27 – Mar 31 An Extraordinary Adventure $150/1 week Location: Salt Spring Island Elementary School Gym – 112 Rainbow Rd.

School Age StoryWalk®

StoryWalk is an exciting program designed to bring literacy and the outdoors together for both children and adults to enjoy. On the third Friday of every month, between 10am and 6pm, follow a story from the Library, through Mouat Park, to the Rainbow Road Pool. Each month a new book will be introduced along with a special activity or author. School groups and daycares are welcome; please contact Children’s Librarian Nikky McCarvill at nmccarvill@saltspringlibrary.com if your group will be attending. The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration the Kellogg Hubbard Library. Storywalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. This self-led program is brought to you by Salt Spring Island Parks and Recreation and the Salt Spring Island Public Library. Fridays 10am – 6pm Jan 20, Feb 17, March 17, April 21 Location: Start at the Library and end at Rainbow Road Pool DECEMBER 7, 2016 | GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD

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School Age cont. MADD EDIBLE SCIENCE 10-14 yrs Hey kids…come and spend a few hours with Paula and learn all about changing a liquid into an edible, stretchy, yummy cheese! Paula will show you how to make homemade Mozzarella cheese plus you’ll learn about chemistry, history and so much more! Includes a kit to make 4 lbs of mozzarella at home with your family. Instructor: Paula Maddison Su 10:30am – 12pm Feb 26 $50/1 class Location: Salt Spring Island Middle School Teaching Kitchen – 120 Rainbow Rd. LEARN TO MAKE BEADED BRACELETS 8 yrs+ Enjoy learning two different bracelet designs with the beads, seeds and gemstones of your choice. Family friendly. Materials included. Instructor: Christina Surbey Su 10am – 12pm Mar 5 $30/1 class Location: Portlock Park Portable Classroom – 145 Vesuvius Bay Rd. LEARN TO MAKE EARRINGS 8 yrs+

Make your own feather or crystal earrings. These can make a fun, creative gift for yourself or others. Materials included. Instructor: Christina Surbey Su 10am – 12pm Mar 12 $30/1 class Location: Portlock Park Portable Classroom – 145 Vesuvius Bay Rd.

This course is designed for youth 11 years and older who want to become a certified babysitter. The Red Cross Babysitting Course covers the responsibilities of a babysitting for children of various ages, basic first aid, safety tips, basic child care skills and what to do in an emergency. Get certified today! Instructor: Chelsea Harris Sa 10am-2pm Apr 1 & Apr 8 $64/2 classes Location: Portlock Park Portable Classroom – 145 Vesuvius Bay Rd.

Teens MT. WASHINGTON SKI/SNOWBOARD TRIP 14-18yrs

Take a trip up the mountain this winter! Whether you ski or board, are experienced or beginner, this trip is for you. All students must participate in a 45-minute lesson upon arrival (lessons catered to your skill level). Students will meet at the Vesuvius Ferry terminal at 6:45am where they will walk on the ferry and take a bus from Crofton to the Mountain. Students will return on the 7:40pm ferry home and are to be picked up at the Vesuvius Ferry Terminal. Fee includes lift ticket, lesson and transportation. Equipment rental is optional ($24). Bring a lunch or money. F 6:45am – 8:05pm Jan 13 $139/1 day Location: Pick up and drop off at the Vesuvius Ferry Terminal

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Rainbow Road Indoor Pool Programs Early Bird/Masters

What a great way to start your day! The pool is set up in standard layout with a fast, medium and slow lane and a wider lane for those leisure swimmers.

Lap & Leisure

A nice way to break up your day. The pool is set up in standard layout with a fast, medium and slow lane and a wider lane for those leisure swimmers.

Adult & Youth

“It’s a great place to get exercise on a rainy, cold day.”

This time is set aside for older folks who would like to enjoy the pool with older people. It is also a great time for our high school PE classes to use the pool.

Sunday Toonie Swim

Swim for 4 hours for just two dollars. This is a perfect time for families to enjoy the pool. All the toys are available and there is space to swim lengths as well.

Water Fitness Classes It is a proven fact that exercising in water is a great way to increase the resistance on your body as you move, yet it’s easy on the joints since the buoyancy takes a lot of the weight. There is also an increase in the calories burned because your body is losing heat while in the water. Add these factors onto a great workout directed by one of our certified instructors and you will feel the difference right away. Rainbow Road Indoor Pool offers a selection of aquafit classes to suit everyone’s needs.

Energizer

Everyone Welcome

This fun and upbeat class will challenge you to work hard in shallow or deep water. The instructor will guide you through a number of exercises which will help with your strength, flexibility and fitness.

Evening Lengths

Just like the name says ... gentle, low-intensity exercise. Great if you are just starting out, have joint problems, or are recovering from an injury.

Everyone is welcome to come down and enjoy the pool during this time. There will be a lane open for those who would like to swim lengths and all the toys will be available for those who would like to play around. This is a fantastic way to end your day. Come on down and enjoy the hot tub and soak your day away. The pool is set up in standard layout with a fast, medium and slow lane and a wider lane for those leisure swimmers.

Friday Night Madness

For the younger set (12 and up) --- great music, great times. Try out the foosball table.

Aqualite

Nooners

Less intense than the morning Energizer session, this class is specifically for those looking for more strength and stretching. An instructor leads the group through a number of exercises designed to get your blood flowing and your muscles moving.

RAINBOW ROAD POOL LESSON LIST 2016 - 2017 Pre-School lesson 1&2 Lesson set

# of lessons

30 min lesson

Pre-School lesson 3&4

45 min lesson

Swim kids level Swim kids level Swim kids level Swim kids level 1&2 3&4 5&6 7-10 (45 mins)

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HOLIDAY BREAK SWIMMING LESSON 2016 Monday to Friday

Dec 19-Dec 30 “no lesson Dec 26”

$54.

$63.

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WINTER SWIMMING LESSON 2017 Friday morning lessons

Jan 6-Mar 17 “no lesson Feb 17”

$60.

Tues. & Thurs.

Jan 10 - Feb 9

$60.

1-1:30pm

1:30-2pm

Mon. & Wed.

Jan 9 - Feb 8

$60.

4:30-5pm

5-5:30pm

$48.

1-1:30pm

1:30-2pm

$48.

4:30-5pm

5-5:30pm

Tues. & Thurs. Feb 21 - Mar 16 Mon. & Wed.

Feb 20 - Mar 15

$70.

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SPRING BREAK SWIMMING LESSON 2017 Mon. - Fri.

Mar 20 - Mar 31

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Lesson Descriptions

(6 – 13+ years old)

Preschool (3 – 6 years old)

Swim Kids 1 Swimmers develop front and back float, front and back glide, flutter kick (assisted), shallow water entries and exits, and swim 5 metres.

Preschool 1 This level is for children who have never had lessons before. The instructor will focus on getting in and out of the water safely, blowing bubbles, getting the face wet and moving through the water.

Swim Kids 2 Swimmers learn front and back glide with flutter kick, develop front swim, complete deep-water activities (assisted) and swim 10 metres continuously. Swim Kids 3 Swimmers increase their distance on front and back glide with flutter kick, perform flutter kick unassisted, wear a PFD in deep water, float in deep water, and swim 15 metres continuously. Swim Kids 4 Swimmers learn back swim with shoulder roll and front crawl (10m), work on flutter kick on back, perform kneeling dive, introduction to sculling and swim 25 metres (1 length) continuously. Swim Kids 5 Swimmers develop front crawl (15m), learn back crawl (15m) and whip kick on back, learn stride dive and treading water, perform head-first sculling on back, and swim 50 metres (2 lengths) continuously.

Preschool 2 At this level, the instructor will focus on getting the head wet, assisted front and back floats, and kicking feet in the water.

“Swimming at Rainbow Road Pool helps with pain management and stress relief.”

Preschool 3 These swimmers will work on front and back floats and moving through the water with a swimming action. They will swim in deep water and jump off the edge of the pool and return to the side. Preschool 4 At this level, the swimmers will learn to swim 5 metres on their front and back. They will also jump into deep water, learn about propulsion and the importance of swimming with a buddy.

Swim Kids 6 Swimmers increase their distance on front and back crawl (25m), learn elementary back stroke (15m), learn dolphin kick, tread water in deep water, perform front dive, and swim 75 metres (3 lengths) continuously.

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Swim Kids 7 Swimmers increase their distance on front and back crawl (50m) and elementary back stroke (25m), learn front scull, perform whip kick on front and dolphin kick, learn stride entry and swim 150 metres (6 lengths) continuously. Swim Kids 8 Swimmers increase their distance on front and back crawl (75m) and elementary back stroke (25m), learn breast stroke (15m), learn eggbeater/tread water, perform feet-first surface dive and standing shallow dive, and swim 300 metres ( 12 lengths) continuously. Swim Kids 9 Swimmers increase their distance on front and back crawl (100m), elementary back stroke (50m) and breast stroke (25m), learn sidestroke kick, perform head-first surface dive, and swim 400 (16 lengths) metres continuously. Swim Kids 10 Swimmers increase their distance on front and back crawl (100m), elementary back stroke (50m) and breast stroke (50m), learn sidestroke (25m), perform Remember ... you can dolphin kick (vertical), learn feet- and headfirst surface dives with underwater swim, and swim 500 (20 lengths) metres continuously. SEE PAGE 3 FOR DETAILS GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD | DECEMBER 7, 2016

WINTER SCHEDULE (January-March 2017)

MONDAY 9-10am 5-6:30pm

Feldenkrais (Alice Friedman) Vijnana Yoga Level 2 (Cathy Valentine)

TUESDAY 5:15-6:45pm

Yoga (Gay Meagley)

WEDNESDAY 9-10:30am 7-8:30pm

Hatha Flow Yoga (Dorothy Price) Meditation (Heather Martin)

THURSDAY 6-7:30pm

Vijnana Yoga (Liz Young)

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Birthday Parties

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Please Note: Pool parties with children under the age of 7 years require adult supervision. There must be 1 adult to every 2 children under the age of 7 years, and they must be kept within armâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reach, or they will be required to wear a lifejacket in the pool. Swimming abilities are up to the discretion of the Lifeguards on duty. Weak swimmers may also be asked to put on a lifejacket.

Special Events

at the Pool

Lots of special events take place at the pool over the year. Call 250-537-1402 for more details.

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Can’t decide what to get your friends and family for a present?

Get them a gift card! Gift cards can be used for any PARC program or at the pool.

“I love the pool because of the warmish water and UV filter…you can’t smell or feel chlorine.”

“Swimming is fun and relaxing.”

PARC is looking for qualified instructors to teach a variety of recreational programs for seniors. We are looking for experienced teachers who are “Third Age” certified through BCRPA or equivalent to teach Osteofit, Pilates, Chair Exercise classes or similar. If you are interested in becoming an instructor with PARC please complete a new program application here at www.crd.bc.ca/ssirec

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Instructor Profiles DEB LEBLANC

A fitness coach for over 25 years, Deb Leblanc is a multi-Certified Personal Trainer, Yoga Instructor, Medical Exercise Specialist, TRX Qualified Trainer, Learn-to-Run Coach; Weight Loss Specialist and published Canadian health & wellness author. Deb’s popular bootcamp classes ‘under the cherry tree’ have been a favoured addition to Portlock Park for almost 10 years. And Deb’s kind donation of her TRX Fitness station at Rainbow Pool is happily enjoyed by everyone who wants to take advantage of doing their TRX workout park side.

Jennifer Regular is a respected Master Integrated Energy Therapist, Motivational Counselor, Author, Reiki Drum Healer, Shamanic Practitioner, and an inspiring Wellness Leader focused on Soul Care. She is excited to be working with PARC to offer her original Creative Self Transformation workshop and guided meditation classes. Jennifer followed her calling to inspire and empower others to live from a higher vision and purpose after nearly twenty years of working in “helping” professions, including experiences as a counsellor and support coordinator for people who were affected by severe mental health issues, violence against women, homelessness, dysfunctional families, and poverty. She saw how easily people became disillusioned by the work they thought

would make a difference and how system procedures constricted progress and restricted the ability to connect to clients in a meaningful way. As one who suffered the effects of Compassion Fatigue, and went from agency to agency thinking other environments and circumstances would make a difference (it didn’t), she now guides those who are highly sensitive or stuck in self-defeating patterns of people-pleasing and perfectionism soar above any limitations and create more freedom and fulfillment. Jennifer has been recognized for helping people transform stress into ease and is known for her innate ability to guide others in discerning the truth of who they truly are and how they can safely express that into the world.

Deb introduced Hot Yoga to Salt Spring Island in 2007 with her sold-out classes at North End Fitness. And PARC is excited to announce she will be bringing her signature Yoga classes to the great outdoors this Summer 2017! When it comes to your health and wellness, her attention to detail is what sets Deb apart in the fitness industry. Deb’s meticulous client care stems from her focus on maintaining safe exercise protocol for your individual health concerns and goals. Deb is revered by her clientele and students as a fitness educator, motivator and a true inspiration to those who work with her.

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CHRISTINA SURBEY Christina is a creative spirit who enjoys the natural beauty of Salt Spring Island. She has been a market vendor in the Saturday Market for nine years. She sells raw and polished rocks, handmade wire art, jewelry, and dream catchers. Christina loves to hike and collect wild seeds that she uses in many of her art pieces. Christina is also a local farmer. She has a large flock of chickens and duck.

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Salt Spring Island Emergency Program Workshops: Winter 2017 EMERGENCY WORKSHOP: Helping Your Pets This workshop is designed to go over your pet’s Grab and Go bag including having a small First Aid kit for pets. We will cover what to expect from your pet in a disaster, ways to keep your pet safe (evacuation of pet or having to leave pet) and handy tips for dog owners. Instructors: Sheri Standen and Monika Mayr, Date: 10:00 to 11:00 am, Friday, February 17, 2017 Location: SSI EOC, 343 Lower Ganges Road Registration: E-mail your name and phone number to: ssiepc@crd.bc.ca

EMERGENCY WORKSHOP: Preparing for 7 Days & Beyond Emergencies Do Happen! Do you need to get prepared? Does it seem too difficult? Do you keep procrastinating? Spend 1 hour for a hands-on demonstration and feel inspired to prepare your own emergency kits for your home and your car. These kits are simple, practical and contain everyday items found in your home. Date for a workshop will be determined with a call to Marguerite! Contact: Marguerite Lee 250-537-5302 | mlee3@shaw.ca

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FESTIVALS & COMMUNITY EVENTS DECEMBER THROUGH MAY 2017

Ongoing Market in the Park www.crd.bc.ca Meet artists, food producers, musicians and locals at our lively Market in the Park. An Island tradition that draws visitors from near and far. Takes place in Centennial Park on Saturdays, April 1 through October 28, 2017, 9 am-4 pm.

December WinterCraft

www.ssartscouncil.com/galleries/wintercraft The annual WinterCraft Christmas Exhibition and Sale runs daily from November 25 through December 22 at Mahon Hall, 10am to 5pm. WinterCraft represents the work of artists and artisans throughout the Southern Gulf Islands, including the SSI Guilds: Painters, Potters, Woodworkers, Basket Makers, Weavers & Spinners. SS Arts Council | galleries@ssartscouncil.com

Beaver Point Hall Christmas Craft Fair

December 2-4, 2016. Annual Christmas Craft Fair. beaverpointhall@gmail.com

Fulford Hall Christmas Craft Fair

December 2-4, 2016. Annual Christmas Craft Fair. www.fulfordhall.com

Christmas Light Up and Chili Cook off

www.christmasonsaltspring.com Dec 3, 2016. Come out for this magical night in Centennial Park where the chili cook off opens for public tastings at 4:30 and the lights come on at 5.

‘Open Late’ Shop & Social

www.christmasonsaltspring.com Dec 8, 2016 Enjoy a festive atmosphere while shopping for Christmas presents in downtown Ganges. Participating shops will be open until 8pm. Afterwards, everyone is invited to the Legion at 8pm, for the 6th annual “Glowtini” contest (see below).

Glowtini www.christmasonsaltspring.com Dec 8, 2016. Join us for the 6th annual Glowtini competition which will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion at 8pm. Observe local mixologists competing for the winning title of best “Glowtini” cocktail! Salt Spring Concert Band www.bandemonium.org December 9, 2016. Salt Spring Concert Band presents “Colour Wheel”, at ArtSpring. Colour Wheel promises to be a musical adventure, a trip around the globe with an incredible program that celebrates both the season and the powerful, inspiring and uplifting music of some of the best wind composers on the planet. One night only and not to be missed! 16

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Santa’s Christmas Ship

Dec 10, 2016. Santa visits Salt Spring again – this time on the Santa Ship, decked out with thousands of Christmas lights. Come to the Coast Guard dock in Ganges and enjoy a free hot chocolate while waiting for Santa to arrive. Santa and his elves will then walk up to Mouat’s Mall to greet everyone. Event starts at 6:00pm. Sponsored by the Salt Spring and Bellingham Lions Club. 250 537 2000

Christmas Markets in the Park

Saturdays, December 10th and 17th in Centennial Park.

Merry Monday in the Village at Fulford Harbour

Dec 19, 2016. The businesses of the Fulford Village stay open late this evening for shopping and dining. Music and festivities from 5:30-7:30pm.

Community Christmas Carol Sing-A-Long

www.artspring.ca/event/christmas-sing-along Dec 21, 2016. Dress up as your favourite elf or Frosty the Snowman, and bring your voice to the ArtSpring Christmas singalong! This event is free, and open to everyone! Bring a donation for the food bank.

Messiah Sing-A-Long www.bachontherock.org December 18. Bach on the Rock’s Salt Spring Chamber Choir and Orchestra will present the ‘Mozart’ version of Handel’s Messiah, with expanded choir and orchestra. This sing-along will be held at 2pm in Fulford Hall.

January Polar Bear Swim

Annual event held January 1st at Vesuvius Beach.

February The Salt Spring Island February Festival

www.saltspringtourism.com A month of art and cultural events. Salt Spring Chamber of Commerce I 250 537 4223

Seedy Saturday

Seedy Saturday is a public event that brings together home gardeners, seed savers, native plant collectors, agriculture conservation groups, and community gardeners as well as local seed companies that sell open-pollinated varieties of vegetables, fruits, flowers, grains and herbs. Come to the Annual Seedy Saturday event to swap, but, or sell seeds and plant starts, attend expert talks about food-growing, and enjoy tasty, healthy locallysourced food. Organized by Island Natural Growers. Usually held at the Farmers’ Institute on the second Saturday in February. ssiseedysaturday@gmail.com

Valentine’s Dance www.bandemonium.org February 11, 2017. Dance with the Swing Shift Big Band on at Fulford Hall. DECEMBER 7, 2016 | GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD

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FESTIVALS & COMMUNITY EVENTS February cont.

April cont.

BC Family Day Celebration www.ssartscouncil.com February 13, 2017, Join Salt Spring Arts Council at Mahon Hall for crafts, fun and an interactive musical show like no other! The Ta Daa Lady is a gentle, fun-loving soul who clowns, dances and mimes her way through crazy antics with her lovable puppets. By donation. 250 537 0899

StageCoach Theatre School www.stagecoachtheatre.ca Students take to the ArtSpring stage to showcase their talents in music, improv, storytelling and drama. StageCoach involves the entire student body in the annual show in April.

March

www.bandemonium.org April 5. The Salt Spring Concert Band is a community band including 35-40 players of varying ages and abilities under the direction of Dawn Hage. Their Spring Concert “Fortune and Glory” takes place at ArtSpring.

Salt Spring Film Festival www.saltspringfilmfestival.com The 17th annual Salt Spring Film Festival will take place March 3rd-5th, at Gulf Islands Secondary School. The three-day film festival brings a feast of independent documentary films and film directors from Canada and around the world to film lovers here on Salt Spring Island. 250 537 1116 | info@saltspringfilmfestival.com Salt Spring Island Water Fair

Water management workshops and more. Usually held mid-March.

April Salt Spring Blooms in April 2016

Easter Long Weekend marks the start of a fun-filled month of activities for the entire family. Salt Spring will burst with a variety of events including studio tours & art shows, garden tours, Earth Day Celebrations, the Annual Japanese Garden Society’s Blossom Festival and culinary treats with wine tasting and shopping at the island’s famous Saturday Market. Many of the activities are free! See www.saltspringchamber.com information on events. Chamber of Commerce | 250 537 4223

Easter Arts Festival www.ssartscouncil.com April 14 to 23, 2017. Join Salt Spring Arts Council for the annual gallery season kick-off exhibit. ‘Body of Work’ is this year’s Mahon Hall feature exhibit, a group show of figurative works by local artists. During the 10-day festival, SSAC and partners host workshops, artist talks, dialogues, and interactive events. 250 537 0899 Salt Spring Easter Art Tour

www.saltspringeasterarttour.com The Salt Spring Easter Art Tour is an annual self-guided Artist Studio and Gallery tour. It is a sponsored program of the Salt Spring Arts Council and showcases the fine arts including painting, sculpture and photography. Each year, a special exhibit is held at historic Mahon Hall in Ganges featuring a single artist or group of artists. It is a great way to begin your tour! Takes place on the Easter long weekend. Studios are generally open from 10am-5pm.

Salt Spring Earth Day Festival

April 22, 2017. An annual clean up and community celebration held in April in Centennial Park. Listen to great live music, participate in activities, and see inspiring and informative displays from non-profit groups and businesses. GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD | DECEMBER 7, 2016

Salt Spring Concert Band Spring Concert

Annual SSI Garden Club Plant Sale

This is the place to see and purchase shrubs, herbs, flowers and veggie plants. Bring a container to take all your great purchases home! Usually held in late April at the Farmers’ Institute.

Sparkfest

Support SWOVA at the 7th year of Sparkfest, usually held in late April. This event is a fundraiser for ‘Pass It On’, one of SWOVA’s many youth projects. Pass It On youth participants will share their stories and talents, and there will be lots of entertainment, speakers and a silent auction. Every penny raised goes towards running the Pass It On program.

May Ruckle Park Family Farm Day

www.ruckleheritagefarm.com May 6, 2017. Ruckle Heritage Farm hosts a heritage day of demonstrations of old style farming and practices such as churning butter, spinning & weaving, horse plowing and tractor plowing. A great day for the whole family.

Mother’s Day Swim

What better way to enjoy the day with Mom and the family! Bring your Mom to the pool for the Annual Mother’s Day Swim on May 14, 2017.

Swing Shift Big Band with Salt Spring Singers

www.bandemonium.org Presents “Mostly Canadian” on May 12-13, 2017, at ArtSpring.

Round Salt Spring Sailing Race

www.saltspringsailing.ca May 20-22, 2017. The Salt Spring Sailing Club’s annual race around Salt Spring is held every May long weekend. Participants circumnavigate Salt Spring Island as fast or slow as the wind will take them. A beautiful display of boats sails down Ganges Harbour at the start of the race. An exhilarating event for participants!

Salt Spring Challenge Cup

May 20-22, 2017. Watch soccer at its best. This adult tournament, with teams from all over B.C., takes place on the May long weekend on various fields on the Island. Malcolm Legg | 250 537 4970 S A LT S P R I N G I S L A N D L E I S U R E G U I D E

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ARTS, DANCE and CULTURE Arts Associations and Facilities ArtSpring

www.artspring.ca ArtSpring is a community performing and visual arts facility, owned and operated by the Island Arts Centre Society (IACS). Shows range from ArtSpring Presents (multi-genre professional performance series), to presentations by Salt Spring theatre, choral and dance ensembles, to Met Opera and Bolshoi Ballet broadcasts, to gallery exhibits and events. Cicela Månsson, Executive and Artistic Director 250 537 2125 | info@artspring.ca

Salt Spring Arts Council

www.ssartscouncil.com The Salt Spring Arts Council (SSAC) supports and promotes the arts through education, advocacy and collaboration. SSAC delivers numerous programs to enhance the vibrancy of our community: ArtCraft and WinterCraft exhibits, Artist in the Class, Workshops on the Rock, Summer Showcases, Easter Art Exhibit, Salt Spring National Art Prize, Artists in Residence, Grants and Awards, and community cultural events throughout the year. SSAC operates historic Mahon Hall in Ganges. 250 537 0899 | info@ssartscouncil.com

Salt Spring Studio Tour

www.saltspringstudiotour.com Our self-guided tour of 28 studios is a great way to see the island at your own pace. All studios are open from May to October and some studios year round. For individual days and hours check map or website. Free map available on BC Ferries and at the Visitor Centre in Ganges. saltspringstudiotour@gmail.com

DANCE Argentine Tango - Por El Amor Del Tango

Facebook: Por El Amor Del Tango- Salt Spring Island Friday practices at the Core Inn, 3rd floor. Milongas every 3rd Saturday of the month at All Saints by the Sea. Welcoming all dancers, experienced and beginners to the beautiful embrace of tango. ssi.tango@gmail.com

Salty Wheels Square Dance

www.region1.squaredance.bc.ca Dancing runs from the end of September to the beginning of May, Thursdays, 7:30 - 9:30 pm at 734 Upper Ganges Road with a summer dance at the end of August. New dancer lessons available. Alan & Marilynne Cunningham | 250 537 5356 almarcun@telus.net 18

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Swing Dance

Meet every Wednesday year round 6:30-8:30pm at the Salt Spring Elementary School Activity Centre. Beginners always welcome, lessons scheduled through the year. Dance to Big Band and ‘50s -’60s rock n’ roll. Wendy Hartnett | 250 537 4118 I w_hartnett@hotmail.com

Witch Dance Salt Spring

A group dancing the Wolfshager Hexenbrut Theatrical Dance. Facebook - Witch Dance Salt Spring. Kathy Weisner I 250 537 5058

Dance Classes & Instructors Antler Ridge Dance Studio

An open space full of possibilities for stimulating, inspiring and sourcing movement creation. Facebook – antler ridge dance. Robbyn Scott, movement artist | 250 653 4088 antlerridgedance@gmail.com

ArtSpring

www.artspring.ca Workshops throughout the year taught by visiting dance companies. 250 537 2125 | info@artspring.ca

Children’s Dance Workshop

www.kristenlewis.ca Dance workshops and recitals for children. More details on website. Kristen Lewis | 250 537 4480 | info@kristenlewis.ca

Dance Temple

www.dancetemplesaltspring.com All ages/walks of life Conscious Dance Ritual for those who want to explore their creativity through movement in a safe space. Guided warm-up, free flow dancing. Facilitators, soundscapes and musical guests vary. Thurs. See website for more details.

Gulf Islands School of the Performing Arts (GISPA) – Youth

www.gispa.ca GISPA offers advanced education in Music, Dance and Theatre for students in grades 9-12. GISPA is a school within Gulf Islands Secondary School. Please send in your expressions of interest and questions. Jason Donaldson | 250 537 9944 I jdonaldson@sd64.bc.ca

Instructor – Dance - Qigong

www.naomijason.com Dance instructor, artist and movement therapist. Naomi Jason | 250 653 9498 | nomers4@yahoo.com DECEMBER 7, 2016 | GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD

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ARTS, DANCE and CULTURE Dance Classes & Instructors continued Lobby Dance

Want to be a Lobby Dancer? Performances in ArtSpring lobby and other locations on the island. Anna Haltrecht | 250-537-5681 | anna@bonesforever.com

Rainwood Dance Studio

www.rainwooddancestudio.com Our experienced and creative teaching staff are eager to share their passion for dance with you. We are very excited to offer Ballet, Modern/Contemporary, Jazz, Street Jazz, Musical Theatre, Flamenco, Tap and Hip Hop classes this fall. rainwoodproject@gmail.com

SOCIAL PARTNER DANCE

Enjoy dancing in Standard & Latin styles. Modern Line dancing too. Newcomers always welcome. Experience success in Night Club 2 Step, Waltz, Foxtrot, Quickstep or Cha Cha. Contact us for current class info. Facebook - BallroomDance Salt Spring Kathy Weisner | 250 537 5058 ballroomdancess@gmail.com

Music Groups & Associations Bandemonium Music Society

www.bandemonium.org Two vibrant community bands offering opportunities for woodwind, brass and percussion players of all ages to develop skills, enjoy music and perform. Salt Spring Concert Band performs classic and contemporary wind ensemble music. Swing Shift Big Band plays latin and swing music at dances and concerts. Salt Spring Concert Band I Dawn Hage dawnhagemusic@hotmail.com Swing Shift Big Band I Derrick Milton I dsmilton@telus.net General I info@bandemonium.org

Orchestra 101 for Strings

Orchestra 101 is a training ensemble for the orchestral strings: violin, viola, cello and bass. The group is coached by cellist Paula Kiffner. It is designed for adult amateur string players. Carol Wright | 250 537 5982 | kiffwright@shaw.ca

Pipers & Drummers Association

Putting the “Fun” back in ‘Funerals’. Hire one Piper or the Whole Band. For any occasion: Weddings, Funerals, Birthdays or just to annoy the neighbours. Doug Fraser | 250 537 7748 I totemtot@telus.net

Salt Spring Folk Club

www.saltspringfolkclub.com Group of volunteers that provide the structure for folk singing friends and performers to gather on Salt Spring Island. Fulford Hall is home to the Salt Spring Folk Club and hosts some of the finest musicians folk music has to offer. See website for details.

Salt Spring Singers

www.saltspringsingers.ca Meet weekly to sing under the guidance of a skilled director. Concerts are presented twice a year. Romy Chapman | 250 537 0055 | saltspringsingers@gmail.com

UBUNTU Community Song Circle

Safe and fun environment. Learn rounds and chants from many traditions and play with harmony. All voices welcome. SSI Wellness on Hereford Avenue. Barbara Slater | 250 653 4186 | barbaramarie@telus.net

Viva Chorale! Choir

www.vivachoralesaltspring.com We are a non-auditioned community adult choir. To be a member of the choir, you only need to be able to sing tunefully, attend weekly rehearsals faithfully and have a willingness to learn with gusto. Choir Director: Caroni Young | vivachoralessi@gmail.com

Fiddleworks Community Development Society

www.fiddleworks.ca We aim to foster community through music, celebration and education; to create and implement educational programs which use music to develop leadership, teamwork, self-esteem, and life skills (such as our summer music camps!), and to provide accessible, affordable music education for children and adults. Contact by website. GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD | DECEMBER 7, 2016

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ARTS, DANCE and CULTURE Music Lessons See PARC programs on page 7 for: • Crazy for Ukulele 1 15 yrs+ • Crazy for Ukulele 2 15 yrs+

Acoustic Planet - all instruments

“Whatever You Need to Stay in Tunes” ALL AGES WELCOME All levels/All instruments; voice lessons, rentals, music/video recording studio, workshops & repairs. 250 537 9668 | 127 Rainbow Rd | acousticplanet@shaw.ca

Theatre / Dramatic Arts Active PASS Productions

A performers’ collective doing productions in drama, comedy, and music. Workshops in Theatre Arts are also held periodically in specific areas of interest. Lynda Jensen | 250 537 4168

B Natural School of Piano

Melissa Grace Kodaly and Chris Kodaly, ARCT 250 537 5131 | melissagrace@shaw.ca

Dream Deep Music

Private Piano, Voice, & Harp Lessons for all ages and all levels. Introducing a new weekly ensemble class for all instruments focusing on songwriting, ensemble playing, improvising, and performance skills. Innovative teaching methods rooted in technique, anchored in self-awareness, & inspiring joy. Oona McOuat I 250 537 2088 I oonasong@yahoo.com

Gulf Islands School of the Performing Arts (GISPA) – Youth

www.gispa.ca See listing under Dance Classes & Instructors

Fritz Cinema

www.thefritz.ca Up to date cinema with surround sound and digital projection. Open Friday to Tuesday year round and 7 days a week in July & August. Show times 250 537 4656 | thefritz@hotmail.com

Gulf Islands School of the Performing Arts (GISPA) – Youth

www.gispa.ca See listing under Dance Classes & Instructors

Readers’ Theatre

Island Winds Music Studio

A group of people who act with their voices. Meet every Monday at 10am to read plays, poetry or prose and perform publicly once or twice a year. Salt Spring Senior’s Centre at 379 Lower Ganges Rd. Murray Shoolbraid | 250 537 5432

Piano Lessons

A non-profit society dedicated to the advancement of community amateur theatre. We welcome all newcomers of whatever interests and experience, to share their skills with us and to enjoy every aspect of playmaking. Susan Walker I 250-537-4507 I sueonsaltspring@gmail.com

We offer private lessons for ages 5 to adult (piano, singing, woodwinds). Wendy Milton, Mus. Bac., B. Ed. 250 537 4654 | islandwinds@telus.net Kim Benson | 250 538 5522 | pkbenson@telus.net

Piano Lessons

All levels welcome. Ganges studio location. Lynn Regan | 250 537 9551 | lynnar@shaw.ca

Piano Lessons

I am looking for music students to share my love of music with. I have experience teaching piano and theory. BMus and ARCT (RCM) Experience the joy of playing the piano! Sierra | little_teapot1@yahoo.com

Ukulele for Beginners

Have fun learning positioning, basic chords, & strums. Build a song repertoire of your choice. $35/hr. Teresa Waters | 778 354 1019 | hiwaters@shaw.ca

Vesuvius Music Studios

www.vesuviusmusicstudios.com Lessons for all ages. More details on website. Diana English | 250 222 0224 | dianaenglish@shaw.ca Lloyd English | 250 537 1064 | lloydenglish@shaw.ca 20

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Salt Spring Film Festival – “Best of the Fest”

www.saltspringfilmfestival.com International Film Series “Best of the Fest” film series brings award-winning feature films from international festivals to our island. Please visit the website for the film schedule. The Film Society also makes its expertise and projection equipment available to community organizations. info@saltspringfilmfestival.com

Stagecoach School for the Performing Arts Society

www.stagecoachtheatre.ca StageCoach is a Non-Profit Society offering after-school and Friday programs in the performing arts for youth ages 5+. The programs run from September through April, culminating in an Annual Show. Please see website for current programs. 250 538 7494 | admin@stagecoachtheatre.ca DECEMBER 7, 2016 | GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD

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ARTS, DANCE and CULTURE Fabric Art Groups Island Comfort Quilts

Providing comfort quilts free of charge to any islander with a life-threatening illness or injury. To request a quilt for someone, volunteer your time or to make a donation, please contact us. 250 537 5302 | islandcomfortquilts@shaw.ca

Salt Spring Weavers & Spinners Guild

www.saltspringweaversandspinners.com Our guild meets regularly to share and learn together. We have a varied program with workshops and presentations on weaving and spinning, as well as knitting. See our website for dates. Janet Rothwell | 250 537 7606 | jamnut5591@hotmail.com

Stitch Dimension Quilt Guild

Members meet monthly. Projects may include mystery quilts, sampler quilts or quilt challenges; demonstrations of quilting and other fiber art techniques; and community projects. All skill levels welcome. Janet Rothwell | 250 537 7606 | stitchdimension@gmail.com

Fabric Art Instruction Felt Making Workshops & Private Felting and Textile Courses

www.ulriekebenner.com Ulrieke Benner – Art You Wear in Felt & Silk 250 537 1723 | ulrieke@ulriekebenner.com

NUNO Felting Workshops

www.saltspringfiberadventures.com Please see website for listings for the Felt Workshops Laurie teaches, both locally and internationally. She holds her Annual Summer Felt Retreat on S.S.I. at Beaver Point Hall. Her workshops include painting felted scarves with dyes, jazzy felt bags, blocking sculptural hats and seamless garment construction. Laurie Steffler Feltscapes Design | lauriesteffler@gmail.com

Visual Art Groups Salt Spring Basketry Guild

www.ssibasketryguild.com The Salt Spring Basketry Guild is a group of basket makers (of all levels) and collectors who meet regularly. Guild activities include learning about basketry materials and techniques, having speakers and social activities, organizing exhibits of members’ work. New members welcome. facebook.com/ssibasketryguild I contact@ssibasketryguild.ca

Salt Spring Painters Guild

https://ssipaintersguild.wordpress.com The Painters Guild offers a range of activities once a week, including workshops, drawing sessions, printmaking, plein air, shows, and fellowship. Anyone who has a desire to draw and paint is welcome to become a member. To join the Painters Guild simply print the membership form on the website and send it to the Registrar along with $25. Judy Nurse | 250 537 9225 I ssipg@hotmail.com

Salt Spring Photography Club

www.ssphotog.ca Open to anyone, beginner to expert, who loves photography and lives on Salt Spring. We offer constructive learning of the artistic and technical aspects of photography; learning from each other through supportive sharing of images and camaraderie are the core motivations of the Club. The club meets monthly and sponsors two shows per year, a mentoring program and ongoing seasonal slide shows at Harbour House, Lady Minto Hospital waiting rooms, SS Coffee Co. Cafe, TJ Beans, the Fritz Cinema and the Chamber of Commerce Visitors Centre. Wendy Rosier | 250 653 4034 | ask@ssphotog.ca

NUNO Felting Workshops

www.judithdios.com Specializing in hand-painted “watercolour” nuno felting with 3dimensional surface effects. See website for workshop options and current schedule. Judith Dios | 250 221 0944 | jd@judithdios.com

Mudpuppy Studios

www.mudpuppyacademy.ca Children’s sewing classes and day camps, no experience required. Francine Hampson-Reid | 778 353 3600

SAORI Salt Spring Weaving Studio

www.saorisaltspring.com SAORI Freestyle Weaving classes, workshops and retreats. Terri Bibby | 250 537 8813 | saltspringweaving@gmail.com GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD | DECEMBER 7, 2016

Salt Spring Potters Guild

www.saltspringpottersguild.com A group of potters, at all levels of development from beginners to production potters, artist potters and sculptors, organize monthly meetings for mutual support and to hold workshops. President: Kathleen Horsdal S A LT S P R I N G I S L A N D L E I S U R E G U I D E

Ann McPhee, Certified Trainer

CERTIFIED NADOI & MENTOR TRAINER WITH ANIMAL BEHAVIOUR COLLEGE

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ARTS, DANCE and CULTURE

Visual Art Instruction See PARC programs on page 6 for: • Beaded Bracelets, 8 yrs+ • Wire Wrapped Pendants and Rings, 8 yrs+ • Design your own Earrings, 8 yrs+ • Make a Dream Catcher, 16 yrs+ • Calligraphy, 16 yrs+

Workshops on the Rock

• Dog obedience training, owner counseling • Group & puppy classes, private lessons & behaviour counseling • Show handling also available

250.537.9505

www.ssartscouncil.com Salt Spring Arts Council presents art specific educational opportunities for children and adults through Workshops on the Rock. Between January and March, we host after-school and weekend workshops in a variety of visual and creative arts. Workshops are at Mahon Hall. 250-538-8447 I wor@ssartscouncil.com

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ARTS, DANCE and CULTURE Visual Art Instruction continued Artists’ Studio (South SS Seniors)

A supportive, but not instructional, group meeting Fridays 12:30– 4:00 in the Seniors’ Building at the south end of Fulford Hall.

ArtVentures

www.artbygillian.com Explore the world of expressive drawing, abstraction, composition & critique and working in a series. Gillian McConnell | 250 537 4439 | gillian@artbygillian.com

Basketry Workshops

www.joancarrigan.com Offering ongoing workshops for all levels. Joan Carrigan | 250 538 1877 | info@joancarrigan.com

POTTERY Art By Harrison

www.artbyharrison.com Clay Camps and Private sessions (all ages). Lots of decorative options including raku and smoke fire. Tracy Harrison | 250 537 6568 | tracy@artbyharrison.com

Pottery Lessons

www.juliemackinnonceramics.com Work from slab and wheel thrown forms with lots of decorating. Weekend workshops available, beginner through advanced. Julie MacKinnon | 250 537 2100

Pottery Lessons

Pat Webber | 250 537 8871 | jwebber@saltspring.com

CREATIVE BY NATURE ART STUDIO

www.creativebynature.org Quiet Mind Art with Earth & Heart. Learn to paint for joy and connection. Youth & adult classes year round. Call or email to learn more. Lisa Lipsett I 250 537 9785 I lisa@creativebynature.org

Fine Jewellery Workshops

www.martinus-gold.com Martinus Studio – Gallery. Located at #5-121 McPhillips Ave. Martin Ebbers | 250 538 1730 | ask@martinus-gold.com

Glass Classes

www.theglassfoundry.com A variety of Glass Classes for kids, teens and adults. Includes sand casting, kiln casting, fusing, dichroic jewellery making, and etching. Mark Lauckner | 250 537 9200 | info@theglassfoundry.com

Non-Toxic Oil Painting Lessons

Private or group lessons for all levels, absolute beginners with no arts experience, to advanced painters in other media wanting an introduction to non-toxic oil painting. No solvents, no fumes. Learn mixing paints, colour choices, composition, various techniques. Facebook: Terri Reid Studios I terrireidstudios@gmail.com 778 353 0014

Pastel and Beginner Drawing Workshops

www.gailsibley.com Gail Sibley | 778 440 3131 | gailsibley@shaw.ca

Twig Furniture

www.artfulbodger.ca Small groups make their own classic bent back twig chair (and accessories, time permitting) to take home and enjoy. Bill Simpson | 250 537 2229 artfulbodger@shaw.ca

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ARTS, DANCE and CULTURE Communication & Literacy See PARC programs on page 6 for: • Haiku, 16 yrs+ • Start a Novel or Memoir, 16 yrs+

Salt Spring Island Public Library

www.saltspring.bc.libraries.coop 129 McPhillips Avenue Open Monday to Saturday, 10 am – 5 pm. A wide range of fiction and non-fiction books, large print books, audiobooks, children’s books, CDs, DVDs, and free computer and internet access. Offers meeting spaces for large and small groups. Wide array of community events including book launches and art talks, bridge club, book club, private tech tutoring, tech café, and children’s story time. 250 537 4666 | info@saltspringlibrary.com

Paths to Authentic Writing

Chinese Mandarin

www.lorrainegane.com Paths to Authentic Writing and Publishing. Manuscript development and editing by Lorraine Gane. See website for more information. Lorraine Gane | info@lorrainegane.com

Language lessons Lisa (Yu Chun) Maude | 250 930 0902

cell phones, satellite, landlines, accessories Stop in today, and choose from one of the latest name brand smartphones! 342 Lower Ganges Road | Salt Spring Island 250-537-8371

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community groups and RESOURCES

CFUW SSI

www.cfuwssi.ca Canadian Federation of University Women Salt Spring Island (CFUW SSI) advocates higher education and support for women and children. Bursaries/scholarships provided locally and overseas to disadvantaged students. We have special interest groups for members and monthly meetings featuring excellent speakers. Janet Smith | 250 931 1235 | info@cfuwssi.ca

Centre for Child Honouring

www.childhonouring.org Child Honouring is a philosophy—a vision, an organizing principle, and a way of life—the children-first way of sustainability. Activities include education, communication and awareness, and innovation through creating dialogues and forums. 250 931 3190 | info@childhonouring.org

Chamber of Commerce & Salt Spring Tourism

www.saltspringchamber.com www.saltspringtourism.com The Salt Spring Island Chamber of Commerce, established in 1948, is a not-for-profit organization representing 300 business owners and individuals on the island. We seek to create and maintain a prosperous environment for business and skills development, by advocating enhancement of the island’s economic viability and sustainability. In addition to supporting the needs of local businesses, we manage Salt Spring Tourism and operate the Visitor Information Centre in Ganges Village. Janet Clouston | 250 537 4223 I chamber@saltspringchamber.com

Death Café

www.deathcafe.com Join JayaLynda Cole and other Salt Spring Hospice facilitators for a conversation about death where even humour and light heartedness can emerge. ArtSpring Lobby. February 25, March 25 and April 29. Free with refreshments by donation. All are welcome. Anna Haltrecht I 250 537 5681 I anna@bonesforever.com

OAP (Old Age Pensioners)

Meets at Fulford Hall. See also South SS Seniors. Victoria Woodman I 250 653 2053 I vkekman@shaw.ca

Island Pathways

www.islandpathways.ca We advocate and educate for safe active transportation options on Salt Spring Island and for better regional connections. We work in partnership with other groups and agencies. We rely on our dedicated volunteers for many tasks, especially the planning and construction of pathways and occasional large events such as Velo Village 2012. We work with Partners Creating Pathways, Bicycle Working Group, Helmets for Life, Heritage Map with Bike Routes, Bicycle Racks on Salt Spring Island, Special Events and Community Activities. Check out our brochure for a quick summary of our work. Brenda Guiled | 250 653 4722 | info@islandpathways.ca

Japanese Garden Society

www.saltspringjapanesegarden.com Creating Heiwa Garden in the Peace Park to be a place of unity and reconciliation, where the history of SS Japanese Canadian pioneers is acknowledged. We organize the Annual Blossom Festival and concerts. As a volunteer organization, we provide tax receipts for donations. Sheryl Taylor-Munro | 250 537 4716 info@saltspringjapanesegarden.com

Lions Club

Gays & Lesbians of Salt Spring Island (GLOSSI )

Islanders help us by supporting the Lions Club activities and events year after year. We invite you to join us and participate in our activities which make our community a better place to live. 250 537 2000 | lionsdirectory@telus.net

Island Comfort Quilts

Rotarians are diverse business and professional leaders who take an active role in their communities while greatly enriching their personal and professional lives. Jim Helset | jhelset@telus.net

www.glossi.org GLOSSI is a social and educational society formed to provide fellowship, bridge-building, advocacy and information sharing. info@glossi.org

Our goal is to provide a comfort quilt, free of charge, to any islander with a life-threatening illness or injury. Our quilts are made of 100% cotton with a soft flannel backing & come with a convenient carry bag. To request a quilt for someone, to volunteer your time or to make a donation of material or cash, please email or phone. Annual quilting bee is held each year in March on a Sunday. 107 Castle Cross Rd | 250 537 5302 | islandcomfortquilts@shaw.ca GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD | DECEMBER 7, 2016

Rotary Club

Royal Canadian Legion

www.saltspringbr92.com/contacts.html Non-profit organization in support of many needs. Servicing veterans, peace keepers, their families and our community. Legion and Ladies Auxiliary membership invited and welcomed from the whole community- no military association required to join. 250 537 5822 | legionbr92@shaw.ca S A LT S P R I N G I S L A N D L E I S U R E G U I D E

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community groups and RESOURCES Salt Spring Community Services Society

www.saltspringcommunityservices.ca We are a charitable organization dedicated to strengthening and supporting individuals, families and communities. We provide a broad range of services and supports to the Southern Gulf Island communities including the Food Bank, Emergency Shelter, Family Place, Recycling Depot, Seniors’ Wellness, Core Inn Youth Centre, FETCH (For Everything That’s Community Health). 250 537 9971 | connect@ssics.ca

Salt Spring Island Foundation

www.ssifoundation.ca The Salt Spring Island Foundation aims to inspire philanthropy in support of local charities for the enduring benefit of our community. Through carefully stewarded endowment funds and a responsive granting program, the Foundation helps to build and support Salt Spring charitable organizations and serves as a catalyst for community partnerships and initiatives. Solely funded by donations and bequests, the Foundation has contributed over $1.8 million to island charities. Kisae Petersen | 250-537-8305 | kisae@ssifoundation.ca

Salt Spring Hospice Society

www.saltspringhospice.org Salt Spring Hospice is a non-profit organization supporting individuals and their families at the end of life and through bereavement. We also assist with Advance Care planning. Our services are provided without charge, however, we do accept donations in support of Hospice. office@saltspringhospice.org | 250-537-2770 129 Hereford Avenue

Salt Spring Seniors Services Society

A drop-in centre and volunteer outreach program for seniors. SS Seniors offers: drives to appointments, weekly Thursday luncheons, caregivers program, monthly programs, active learning, meditation, Friday coffee, mahjong, art, choir, bridge and chess. 379 Lower Ganges Road | 250 537 4604

Salt Spring SPCA

www.spca.bc.ca/saltspring www.bcpetsearch.com 540 Lower Ganges Road, behind Gulf Islands Vet Clinic. Our services include adoption of cats, emergency fostering, rescue and treatment of domestic and farm animals. Our programs include by-donation spay/neuter/identification fund to assist low-income residents. We also run a seasonal doggie daycare service at the Saturday Market and hold many fundraisers. For animal welfare concerns and reporting please call 1-855-622-7722. Manager: Blythe MacDonald | 250 537 2123 | saltspring@spca.bc.ca

Shrine Club #39 Gulf Islands

www.shriners.bc.ca Shriners International is a fraternity based on fun, fellowship and the Masonic principles of brotherly love, relief and truth. If you hold the title of Master Mason in Freemasonry, you qualify and are invited. Doug Wellington | 250 537 5655

Seniors Wellness

Salt Spring Literacy

129 Hereford Avenue. Seniors’ Wellness, operated by Salt Spring Island Community Services, offers Seniors’ Peer Counselling, Health Education workshops and the Better at Home Program. Better at Home provides non-medical supports to assist seniors with simple day-to-day tasks so they can continue to live independently in their own home and stay connected with their community. 250 537 4607 | seniors@ssics.ca

Salt Spring Parks and Recreation (PARC)

(BCOAPO Branch # 170) The Seniors Centre at the south end of Fulford Hall, for 50+, welcomes you to our various activities held throughout the week, social events and informational meetings, held on the last Wednesday of each month. Programs include: Artists Studio, Bridge, Carpet Bowling, Chair Yoga, Coffee & Crafts, Nia and Seniorfit. Victoria Woodman I 250 653 2053 I vkekman@shaw.ca

www.saltspringliteracy.org We are a non-profit organization dedicated to the enhancement of literacy on Salt Spring. We provide volunteer tutors in the elementary schools and for adult learners in the areas of reading, writing, math, English as a Second Language and computer literacy. Volunteers welcome. 250 537 9717 | coordinator@saltspringliteracy.org www.crd.bc.ca PARC is responsible for the establishment, ongoing operation and maintenance of all community parks, PARC athletic fields and tennis courts, public trails, and waterfront parks on Salt Spring. PARC is also responsible for recreation programming, Rainbow Road Indoor Pool, Hart Memorial Disc Golf Course in Mouat Park and the Market in the Park. Contact for information on trails, water access, playing fields and public spaces. 250 537 4448 | ssiparc@crd.bc.ca

Salt Spring Island Women’s Institute

The Institute’s aims are to improve the condition of rural life, to promote the theory and practice of agriculture, to promote home economics, public health, child welfare, education, better schools and cultural activities. The motto is “Service, Self-Fulfillment, and Sociability”. Meetings are held once a month at members’ homes. New members welcome. Margaret Reid | 250-537-9848 26

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South Salt Spring Seniors

Transition Salt Spring Society http://transitionsaltspring.ning.com Transition Salt Spring Society (TSS) is a volunteer run, not-forprofit Society. We incubate and support community initiatives for resilience including locally-produced food, sustainable energy and water supplies, waste-management, and protecting our natural environment. Visit website for local event calendar, to donate and to sign up for our newsletter. transitionsaltspring@gmail.com Volunteer and Community Resources

www.vcrsaltspring.org VCR is a volunteer hub and center for organizational support and education. We link volunteers and organizations to resources and opportunities within the not-for-profit community. Visit our website for more information. admin@vcrsaltspring.org | 250-931-0039 DECEMBER 7, 2016 | GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD

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FOOD and FARMING

See PARC programs on pages 6 & 9 for: • Learn to Make Brie, 16 yrs+ • Madd Edible Science, 10-14 yrs+

Community Services People’s Roots Program

www.saltspringcommunityservices.ca Food security program and services run by Salt Spring Community Services. Contact for details. 250 537 9971 | connect@ssics.ca

Cooking – Del Vecchio Pasta Fresca

Italian cooking classes. Max | 250 537 8588

Salt Spring Island Beekeeping Club

Open to anyone interested in bees or beekeeping. Belinda Schroeder | 778 354 4846

Salt Spring Island Farmers’ Institute

www.ssifi.org The oldest Institute in BC. A volunteer organization that provides agriculturally oriented courses, runs the Fall Fair and encourages the preservation of Island heritage and community involvement in all projects. 250 537 4755 | ssifi@shaw.ca

Salt Spring Island Farmland Trust Society

www.ssifarmlandtrust.org A charitable society that promotes agriculture and acquiring agricultural land. Develops and maintains the Shaw Family Community Gardens at the Burgoyne Valley Community Farm, 2232 Fulford Ganges Road. Allotment garden plots and acreage available for rental. 250 537 5302 | ssifarmlandtrust@shaw.ca

Salt Spring Island Garden Club

EcoReality Co-op

www.ecoreality.org The Ecoreality Ecovillage is 43 acres in the Fulford valley. They are working to be a model of co-operative, sustainable land habitation and land use and features public outreach and education as included goals. See website for more information. Jan Steinman | 250 653 2024 | info@ecoreality.org

Foxglove Farm’s Centre for Arts, Ecology & Agriculture

www.foxglovefarmbc.ca The Centre was established to demonstrate and interpret the vital connections between farming, land stewardship, food, the arts and community wellbeing. 250 931 5336 | programs@foxglovefarmbc.ca

Island Natural Growers

www.cog.ca/chapters/island-natural-growers/ Island Natural Growers (ING) is committed to supporting and building organic food production on Salt Spring. Our ongoing projects include Seedy Saturday, the Local Organic Food Guide. Anne Macey | 250 537 5511 | annemacey@shaw.ca

Salt Spring Abattoir

www.saltspringabattoir.ca A community facility to provide custom slaughter service for red meat and poultry. Salt Spring Abattoir is a non-profit society. 778 354 1111 GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD | DECEMBER 7, 2016

www.ssigardenclub.com Encourages local gardeners by sponsoring speakers on all aspects of horticulture. Educational workshops, garden tours, monthly newsletter, plant sales, lending library, parlour shows and mentor gardeners. Leslie DeAthe 250 537 0884

Seedy Saturday

Transition Salt Spring Society

http://transitionsaltspring.ning.com Transition Salt Spring Society (TSS) is a volunteer run, not-forprofit Society. We incubate and support community initiatives for resilience including locally-produced food, sustainable energy and water supplies, waste-management, and protecting our natural environment. Visit website for local event calendar, to donate and to sign up for our newsletter. transitionsaltspring@gmail.com

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Bingo

First and third Thursday of each month. All welcome at the Royal Canadian Legion’s Meaden Hall, 6:30pm. Jean Taylor | 250 537 1722 legionbr92@saltspring.com

Bittancourt Museum

www.ssifi.org On the Farmers’ Institute grounds. Travel back in time to the early 1900s Salt Spring style. Visit the summer kitchen, view the displays of antique firefighting equipment and cars. Admission is free, donations are welcome. Open July/August, Wednesday to Sunday, 10am - 4pm. Viewing during other months is by appointment. 250 537 4895 | ssifi@shaw.ca

Bridge at Salt Spring Senior Services Society

379 Lower Ganges Road Join us for Duplicate Bridge on Mondays at 6:45pm and Wednesdays at 1pm. Joan Byrne | 250 537 4581 George Laundry | 250 653 9095

Bridge (South SS Seniors)

Alternate Saturdays 1:30 pm in the Andersen Room at Fulford Hall. John Flannagan | 250 653 2344 jpflannagan@shaw.ca

Coffee & Craft (South SS Seniors)

Mondays 10:30 am-12 pm in the Andersen Room at Fulford Hall Patricia Flannagan | 250 653 2344 jpflannagan75@hotmail.com

Cornerstone Driving School

Students of all ages welcome who wish to learn to drive or to refresh and refine their skills. We offer training both on and off-island with two skilled and experienced instructors. Please call for rates and more information. Shirley Bunyan | 250 538 1733 cornerstonedrivingschool@yahoo.ca

Dog Trainer

Letitia Lane | letitialane@gmail.com

Dog Trainer

Puppies & adult dogs welcome (people too!) Sheri Standen | sheristanden@gmail.com

Dog Training Classes

Group classes and private lessons. Puppies and adult dogs. Certified trainer. Ann McPhee | 250 537 9505 trekhond@me.com

Salt Spring Island Pet Friendly Website

www.saltspringpetfriendly.com Providing all the pet friendly information you need as an island pet owner or visitor including pet friendly beaches and hikes.

Family History Center

The Family History Center offers aid to those who want to research their family history. Hours: Every Wednesday from 9:30am 12:30 pm and from 7pm to 9pm. Thursdays by appointment only. Yvonne Gibbon | 250 537 5400

Salt Spring Antique & Classic MOTOR Club

www.saltspringcarclub.com SSI Antique and Classic Motor Club is open to all residents of Salt Spring Island who own a classic or antique automobile. The Club was founded in 2001 to promote friendship with other auto enthusiasts and help in the care, upkeep and restoration of antique and classic cars. Annual Classic Car Show held July 1st. Marv Coulthard | 250 931 6766 marv@saltspringcarclub.com John Teagle | 250 537 9749 teagle46@gmail.com

Salt Spring Model Railway Show

http://pkbenson.wix.com/railway Monday to Saturday 10am-4pm. We have both indoor and outdoor sections and we appeal to all ages. The show is interactive visitors can operate the controls and drive the trains. 250 538 5520 | pkbenson@telus.net

Salt Spring Island Amateur Radio Club

Amateur radio operators, or those interested in becoming hams, join us the first, second and fourth Friday at 10am at the EOC for coffee. Meetings every 3rd Friday at 10am at the EOC. Join our weekly net on 146.595mhz Wednesdays at 7pm. 250 537 2791

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Salt Spring Photography Club

www.ssphotog.ca Please see listing under Visual Arts.

Salt Spring Rod & Gun Club

www.saltspringislandrodandgunclub.ca Established in 1913 this facility includes: indoor 20 yard range for .22 and archery, trap shooting, 100 yard rifle range and 50 yard archery range. Archery, firearms and junior courses are available. Firearms disposal, legal advice and appraisals available as well. ssirodandgun@gmail.com

Salt Spring Island Historical Society and Archives

www.saltspringarchives.com Open Mondays 1-3 pm, Wednesdays and Thursdays 10 am – 1 pm. The purposes of the SS Historical Society are to encourage historical research and to stimulate public interest in the history of Salt Spring Island; to promote the preservation and identification of historical sites, relics, natural features and other objects and places of historical interest on Salt Spring Island; and, to publish historical sketches, studies and documents that detail our historical roots. Their collection can be seen on their website or at their office in the public library. Frank Neumann | 250 537 5021 info@saltspringarchives.com

Salt Spring Island Chess Club

Chess players of all ages and experience welcome. Mondays 10am 2pm and Tuesdays 6-8:00pm at the Seniors Centre. Ted Baldwinson 250 537 2809 Conrad Koke 250 537 1304

Salt Spring Island Forum

www.saltspringforum.ca A charitable non-profit organization that brings world-class thinkers and leaders to Salt Spring for community discussion and democratic debate. The organization is committed to the sharing of ideas of national and global significance. The Forum offers an annual speaker series, salons for Forum members, conferences and more. saltspringforum@gmail.com

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HEALTH, FITNESS and WELLNESS FITNESS CLASSES See PARC programs on page 7 for: • Holistic fitness – Walking and Hiking Groups, 16 yrs+ • Debfit® Beginner Weight Loss Outdoor Bootcamp, 16 yrs+ • Zumba Toning 16 yrs+

EveryBODY Stretch/ EveryBODY Move

www.facebook.com/EveryBodyStretchAndMove EveryBODY Stretch and EveryBODY Move is a series of guided classes using the emotive tones of classical music to enhance and develop every stretch and movement. It is most popular with the 55 plus age group but it is open for EveryBODY! For class details contact: Catherine Bennett | 250 537 4441 | cdbennett53@gmail.com

Fit for Life

The exercises in this class are designed to 1) increase mobility while maintaining stability; and 2) improve strength, balance and flexibility. Music and exercises change monthly. Stability ball optional, but recommended. Betty-Lou Lake | 250 537 1638

Seven Stars-Tai Chi

All levels, Chen and Yang styles. Beginners course, principles, Yang short form. Applications, partner work, form postures, push hands, Da Lu, and Dance.Yang style long. Osman Phillips | 250 537 5667 | 7stars@cedarlanestudio.com

Taoist Tai Chi Internal Arts

www.taoist.org Improve your balance and circulation. Classes 5 days a week. Suitable for all ages. More details on website. Stephanie Artz | 250 537 1721 | saltspringisland@taoist.org

efektiv Fitness

www.efektivfitness.com A boot camp that is based on and that prepares you for the intense Tough Mudder obstacle circuit. Luc Blanchet | 250 538 7912 | efektivfitness@gmail.com

Gulf Island Athletic Training

2 - 1429 Fulford Ganges Rd. Sue Spencer I 250 930 0103

Leslie Barclay Personal Trainer

Personal trainer on Salt Spring Island since 1996. Customized programs to meet your personal needs; post rehab, general fitness, HIIT training, 3rd degree black belt in Karate, well versed in kickboxing. Leslie Barclay I lesonss@msn.com I 250 537 0040

Shal Friesen

Personal Trainer, Fascial Stretch Therapist, Fitness Instructor & Mobility Specialist. Focused on overcoming physical limitations to live a fuller life without daily pain, I offer a collection of services at the Salt Spring Island Wellness Centre, including group fitness classes and one on one services in fitness & bodywork. Passion.canuck@gmail.com

SynergyFit Personal Training

Certified Personal Trainer. In-home training available. Meeting clients’ fitness goals for 20+ years. Training the individual, couples, or groups. Boomerfit Classes offered – inspired co-ed workouts targeting the 50+ age group. Strive to reach your optimal fitness. Trisha Moroz-Barstead, BCRPA, ACE | 250 653 4656 trisha.synergyfit@gmail.com

Fitness Centres & Gyms North End Fitness

Private Trainers DEBFIT® Salt Spring’s Personal Trainer

www.debfit.com Multi-certified trainer Deb Leblanc – helping Salt Spring Islanders get fit, lose weight and become more flexible since 2007! Personal Training, Private Weight Loss Retreats, Weight Loss Coaching & Eating Plans, Outdoor Bootcamps, TRX Training and Private yoga. Deb Leblanc | 778 557 8170 | deb@debfit.com GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD | DECEMBER 7, 2016

www.northendfitness.ca Open every day: aerobics, yoga, spin classes, weight circuit, free weights, cardio machines, full change rooms with showers, infrared sauna, child care (M-F), sunbeds, qualified trainers and non members welcome! 102 McPhillips Avenue 250 537 5217 northendfitness@gmail.com

Salt Spring Island Wellness Centre

The central hub for all things wellness on the rock. Home to an extensive online practitioner directory, low cost Acupuncture/ Bodywork Clinics, Integrative health sessions including Massage/ Esthetics/Holistic Therapies, Fitness Studio, Personal Trainers, Two Studios with Yoga and Dance Fitness, Infrared Warm Yoga and special events. 120 Hereford Avenue | 1 250 900 1125 | info@ssiwellness.com S A LT S P R I N G I S L A N D L E I S U R E G U I D E

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HEALTH, FITNESS and WELLNESS Yoga Celeste Mallett Jason Yoga

Certified yoga teacher, offers classes and private lessons for all ages. Celeste Mallett Jason | 250 537 2444 | info@gangesyogastudio.com

Chair Yoga (South SS Seniors)

Class with Cate McEwen, in the Andersen Room at Fulford Hall. Cara Joy Hughes | 250 653 4710

Dorothy Price Yoga

www.santosha-yoga-retreats.com Certified yoga teacher: Offers drop-in classes and private lessons for all ages/abilities; and rejuvenating yoga retreats on Salt Spring Island, Tofino, Spain, and Italy. Dorothy Price | 250 537 7675 I dorothy@santosha-yoga-retreats.com

Gatehouse Yoga

www.stowellakefarm.com Weekly classes – yoga, meditation and more. Wellness retreats and workshops also available. Call for details. Liz Young | 250 653 4308 | info@stowellakefarm.com

Mind & Body ANNA HALTRECHT - MINDFUL LIVING

www.bonesforever.com Offering innovative movement classes and private sessions, including Feldenkrais® and Pilates mat classes & reformer sessions. Also teaches classes for people with Parkinson’s and other neurological conditions. Anna Haltrecht I 250 537 5681 I anna@bonesforever.com

CRYSTAL SINGING BOWL, SACRED GONG, AND DEEP DRUM MEDITATION & HEALING

www.TeronWolf.com Join Teron and Melissa for an inspiring evening of Meditation & Healing with 14 Crystal Singing Bowls, the Sacred Gong, or Deep Drum. Settle into our welcoming meditation room, and drift into stillness as the gentle sounds of these restorative vibrations carry you away. Rest. Listen. Be nurtured. Be renewed. Teron Wolf | 250.886.6393 | teron@teronwolf.com

North End Yoga

On-going yoga asana/ heart and breath/meditation focused at Cats Pajamas Dance Studio, St. Mary Lake. Laurie Steffler | 250 537 5250 | lauriesteffler@gmail.com

Dream Deep Music

Rogue Yoga

www.oonamcouat.com Gentle and joyful interactive sound therapy promoting relaxation, clarity, creativity, and well-being. Oona McOuat | 250 537 2088 | oonasong@yahoo.com

Salt Spring Centre of Yoga

www.seraphinacapranos.com Alchemy of Herbal Medicine. See website for more details. Seraphina Capranos | 250 537 0602 | info@seraphinacapranos.com

www.rogueyoga.ca Ganges. Weekly hatha yoga classes, all levels, for adults, children and seniors. Private or group lessons. Certified instructor. Kristen Lewis | 250 537 4480 | info@rogueyoga.ca www.saltspringcentre.com SSCY is a working yoga community established in 1981, with weekly public offerings including Satsang, Kirtan, a variety of Yoga Asana classes and Ayurvedic treatments. Yoga retreats, accredited teacher training programs and rental facilities available. 250 537 2326 yoga@saltspringcentre.com

Shannon Cowan Family Yoga

www.shannoncowan.com Kundalini yoga, prenatal yoga, Lamaze-certified childbirth education. Shannon Cowan | 250 653 4867 I shannoncowanyoga@gmail.com

Seniors’ Gentle Chair Yoga

Geared for seniors with mobility challenges. Limited space, please call ahead to reserve a spot. $5 drop in fee per session. Donna Regen | 250 537 8340 manager@heritageplace.info

Yoga - Physiotherapy

www.spacetoremember.com Brett Wearne | 250 538 0924 brettwearne@gmail.com

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Education in Herbal Medicine & Homeopathy

Karin Beviere, Practitioner and Educator of Homeopathic Medicine

Offering consultations, classes and kits as well as alternatives to vaccination. Karin Beviere | 250 537 4728

www.smartsomatics.shawwebspace.ca Gentle exercises that help you reduce pain and stress, combined with a type of bio-feedback. KOH practitioner and treatments. Nelly Kostelijk | 250 537 2056 | smartsomatics@shaw.ca

SOUL*AR Excursions

www.soularexcursions.wordpress.com Journey into the soul of you, your wellness destination. Discover the freedom of being you and living life more joyously in mind, body and spirit. This innovative approach sources energies while guiding your relationships with form, flow and function and in turn allows a refinement paradigm that is “more thoroughly effective” to create lasting change than the current fix it for me modal. Petra Otten | 250 538 7775 | soularmind@icloud.com DECEMBER 7, 2016 | GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD

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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT Big Brothers/Big Sisters

See PARC programs on page 6 - 8 for: • Ocupational First Aid 1 • Mac Computers 101, 16 yrs+ • PC Computers 101, 16 yrs+ • Creative Self Transformation • Guided Healing Meditation, 16 yrs+ • Staging your Home, • Interior Design Basics, 16 yrs+

www.bbbsvictoria.com Volunteers in our in-school mentoring program spend 1 hour/ week with a student at Salt Spring or Fernwood Elementary during school hours. Help a child build their self-esteem, social skills and self-confidence. No experience necessary. Just be a friend. Visit bbbsvictoria.com for details. Christina Penhale | christina.penhale@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca

Gulf Island New Beginnings

www.saltspringcommunityservices.ca Salt Spring Community Services’ vocational rehabilitation program. 250 537 9971 I connect@ssics.ca

Toastmasters

Toastmasters is the “Fitness Club of the Mind”. By joining and attending regularly we improve our communication and leadership skills. The Salt Spring Club meets every Monday, at 7pm, Merchant Mews, 315 Upper Ganges Rd, unless it is a statutory holiday. Christin Boyd | 250 537 0747

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5-day Boarding Option: Meet the world; stay close to home. NEW

Discover the advantages of weekday or full 7-day boarding at Western Canada’s only all-girls day & boarding school – Canada’s first girls’ STEM school!

VISIT US AT OPEN HOUSE January 25 + February 24 Details online, or Contact Us for a private tour: 250.479.7171 | admissions@stmarg.ca

St. Margaret’S School GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD | DECEMBER 7, 2016

www.stmarg.ca DAY: JK–GRADE 12 | BOARDING: GRADE 7–12 | VICTORIA, BC

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FAMILY PROGRAMS

Tales on Trails

See PARC Program details on pg. 8

Early Learning for Families (ELF) Strong Start Centres

Program provides a free quality learning environment for adults and their young children, ages birth to five. Qualified early childhood educators lead learning activities, including stories, music and art at our centres. This program operates at three elementary schools, see details below. Fulford Elementary | 8:15-11:15am M - Th 250 653 9223 Fernwood Elementary | 8:30-11:30am M 12:30-3:30pm Th 250 537 9332 Saltspring Elementary I 8:30-11:30am M Th 250-537-9928

Family Place

www.saltspringcommunityservices.ca 120 Park Drive. Family Place is a resource and drop-in centre for parents and caregivers and their children ages 0-6. Programs include Stay and Play Drop-In, Dad Nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Me Pancake Breakfast every Saturday as well as ongoing parent education and skills development programs. Laundry, internet, clothing exchange and toy lending library available to families in attendance. All Family Place programs are free. 250 537 9176 familyplace@ssics.ca

Parent Child Mother Goose

www.saltspringcommunityservices.ca An interactive parent participation singing and rhyme program for children ages 0-6. The program runs several times a year at Fernwood Elementary and Fulford Elementary. Johanna Stiver I 250 537 9176 familyplace@ssics.ca

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INFORMATION RESOURCES

Lions Club Directory

www.sslions.com Local phone book and general island resource guide published annually by The Lions Club of Salt Spring Island.

Salt Spring Island EXCHANGE

www.saltspringexchange.com Community listings on a website with a variety of local interests, events and buy/sell postings.

Salt Spring Senior Services Society

A resource information, drop-in centre and volunteer outreach program for seniors. 250 537 4604 | saltspringseniors@shaw.ca

Salt Spring Island Parks & Recreation Commission (PARC)

www.crd.bc.ca/saltspring PARC is your contact for information on all things ‘recreation’ – programs, community groups, trails, water accesses, playing fields and public spaces on Salt Spring Island. PARC produces the Salt Spring Leisure Guide together with the Driftwood – in print and online. Call or email our office to be included in the next edition. 3 times a year - December, April and August. Facebook: facebook.com/ssiparc 250 537 4448 | ssiparc@crd.bc.ca

Gulf Islands Driftwood

www.gulfislandsdriftwood.com 328 Lower Ganges Road Community newspaper featuring local news, entertainment news, sports, events calendar and classifieds. In print and online. 250 537 9933 | news@gulfislandsdriftwood.com

The Islands Marketplace

www.islandsmarketplace.com The Gulf Islands Free Buy and Sell Publication, published biweekly. Stories, News, Events Calendar & Entertainment plus FREE CLASSIFIEDS. In print and online. Sandi Poystila, Publisher | 250 537 2905 freeads@islandsmarketplace.com

Salty Fish Bowl

www.saltyfishbowl.com Community magazine – everything but the news. Salt Spring stories, events, entertainment and classified. In print and online.

Visitor Information Centre

www.saltspringtourism.com 121 Lower Ganges Road For locals and visitors alike, you’ll find a wealth of information about Salt Spring as well as British Columbia. Our volunteers are here to help you. 250 537 5252 visitorcentre@saltspringchamber.com

Volunteer and Community Resources

Salt Spring Society (VCR) www.vcrsaltspring.org VCR’s website provides information to help people find meaningful volunteer experiences. VCR provides links to resources within the not-for-profit community. VCR also provides organizational support, collaboration, resources and education for organizations. Visit the website today. 250 221 0078 | admin@vcrsaltspring.org

Island Tides

www.islandtides.com Independent regional newspaper. West coast news, views and enterprise. In print and online. 250 216 2267 | islandtides@islandtides.com

Salt Spring Island Public Library

www.saltspring.bc.libraries.coop 129 McPhillips Avenue. Open Monday – Saturday 10am – 5pm. Collections of fiction and non-fiction books, large print books, audiobooks, children’s books, CDs, DVDs, and free computer and internet access. Community events including book launches and art talks, bridge club, book club, private tech tutoring, tech café, and children’s story time. Meeting space for groups large and small. 250 537 4666 | info@saltspringlibrary.com GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD | DECEMBER 7, 2016

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RENTAL FACILITIES

Hart Bradley Memorial Hall – (Lions Hall)

Beautiful log building close to town, lots of parking, great for any events, seating capacity of 90, covered outdoor deck. Bookings | 250 537 2000 | sslions@telus.net

Mahon Hall

All Saints By the Sea Anglican Church

Upper hall and lower hall. Bookings | 250 537 2171 | ssanglican@shaw.ca

www.ssartscouncil.com Community Hall with stage. Basic theatre lighting available for rental. Accommodates 200 standing. Available Mid-September through May. Bookings | 250 537 0899 | info@ssartscouncil.com

Meaden Hall c/o Royal CANADIAN Legion

ArtSpring

Facility includes 2400 square foot hall with stage, full bar and commercial kitchen. Accommodates 150 for dinner/wedding. Accommodates camping and RV’s for large events. Bookings | 250 537 5822

Beaver Point Hall

Suitable for classes and meetings. At Portlock Park. Bookings | 250 537 4448 | ssiparc@crd.bc.ca

www.artspring.ca Includes a 5,200 square foot exhibition/multipurpose area and a 6,600 square foot, 265-seat theatre. Bookings | 250 537 2125 | info@artspring.ca A beautiful community hall situated in the south end of Salt Spring Island. Kitchen facilities, large banquet room with built in stage and cozy lounge with fire place. 180 person capacity. Great for weddings, concerts, dances and other special events. 778-354-4255 | beaverpointhall@gmail.com

Central Hall

Community Hall accommodates 120 in upper hall, 60 in lower hall. Kitchen facilities in lower hall only. Bookings | 250 537 0049

Community Gospel Chapel

www.communitygospelchapel.com Several meeting rooms, large open hall (accommodates 250 to 300) and AV equipment available. Wheel chair accessible. Bookings 250 537 2622 | info@communitygospelchapel.com

CORE Inn Youth Drop-In Centre

The third floor’s open space is available for rental by community groups offering youth and family activities. Bookings 250 537 9971

Farmers’ Institute Exhibition Hall

www.ssifi.org Exhibition hall holds a maximum of 450 people and is wheel chair accessible. The upstairs meeting room, with full kitchen, holds 70 people. Orchard and outdoor facilities are also available for rental. Bookings | 250 537 4755 | ssifi@shaw.ca

Fulford Community Hall

Community Hall has 3200 sq ft for recreation. Stage can be created with the risers. Kitchen has supplies to feed 200. Table and chair rentals. Bookings | 250 653 4415

Gatehouse

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Salt Spring Island Public Library

www.saltspring.bc.libraries.coop The library has two 8-seat meeting rooms and a 50-seat program room which are available for the public to use. Bookings | 250 537 4666 | admin@saltspringlibrary.com

Salt Spring Rod & Gun ClUB

www.saltspringrodandgunclub.ca Facilities include a banquet room with full kitchen facilities. Bookings | ssirodandgun@gmail.com

Salt Spring Seniors Centre

Room for 6 to 60. Kitchen and AV equipment available. Bookings | 250 537 4604 | saltspringseniors@shaw.ca

Salt Spring United Church

www.saltspringunitedchurch.org Upper hall accommodates 46, with partial kitchen available. Lower Hall, with full kitchen, holds 100. Bookings | 250 537 5812

Salt Spring Wellness Centre

www.ssiwellness.com Program space available. 120 Hereford Avenue | 1 250 900 1125 | info@ssiwellness.com

School District Facilities

www.sd64.bc.ca Most school gyms are available for rental, as well as some specialized workrooms. GISS multi-purpose room is available for meetings and/or concerts (sound system available). Bookings | 250 537 5723

South Salt Spring Seniors

Located adjacent to Fulford Hall. Two meetings rooms and optional kitchen. Reasonable rates. Bookings I 250 653 9856 DECEMBER 7, 2016 | GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD

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Aquatics

Equestrian

Rainbow Road Indoor Pool

Salt Spring Therapeutic Riding Association

www.crd.bc.ca/saltspring Indoor public swimming pool at 262 Rainbow Road. Group or private swim lessons for all ages, aquatic fitness classes, lap swims, and public swims. Rental times available. See PARC program section for current schedule and details of classes offered. Information | 250 537 1402

www.sstra.ca Promoting the well-being & education of individuals having physical, intellectual or emotional disabilities through the development of equine skills & structured programs with horses. Erika Ponsford | 250 653 9925 info@sstra.ca

Pringle Farm

www.pringlearabians.com Riding lessons for all ages – Western, English, Hunter, Show Hack or Halter. John or Andrea Pringle | 250 537 5132 pringlefarm@telus.net

Martial Arts (SSPLASH) SS Pool Association

www.ssplash.org The aim of Ssplash is to continue the partnerships within our community to raise further funds for the enhancement of the Rainbow Road Indoor Pool. Current commitment from the Ssplash Organization is to provide funding for an additional body of warmer water that can be used for therapy, learning & play. Most recently the Ssplash group donated the funds for the addition of a UV water filtering system. Thank you Ssplash!! Darlene Steele | 250 537 8718 info@ssplash.org

Salt Spring Stingrays Summer Swim Team

www.saltspringstingrays.com Kids ages 7-18 get fit and have fun! Salt Spring Stingrays, a competitive youth swim club, provides the opportunity for kids to develop important, lifelong swimming skills and so much more. Make new friends from across Vancouver Island, build selfconfidence, learn mentoring skills and achieve a high level of fitness. All of our Stingrays enjoy being part of an amazing, supportive, multi-aged team, while striving to obtain their personal best! Season runs from May through August. New swimmers of all ages are most definitely welcome! Registration will take place in March for the 2017 summer season. For more information please see website for contacts. GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD | DECEMBER 7, 2016

Salt Spring Island Karate Club – Kids and Adults

www.ssikarate.com Chris Barclay | 250 537 0040 barclay@shaw.ca

Shorei-Kan Karate

“House of Politeness and Respect”, Traditional Okinawan, non-competitive, hard-soft karate, on island since 2002, south-end home dojo, after school classes for kids and teens, flexible times for adults. Brenda Guiled, Chief Instructor; Elias Baleć, Assistant. Brenda Guiled | 250-653-4722 bguiled@ymail.com

SALT SPRING AIKIDO CLUB

www.saltspringaikido.ca Aikido is a dynamic, non-aggressive Japanese martial art emphasizing harmony and self-control. Kids & Adults welcome. Alan Wardroper | 250 538 5549 info@saltspringaikido.ca

Outdoor Recreation Fishing Licenses - Service BC

www.fishing.gov.bc.ca | 250 537 5414

Gulf Islands Centre for Ecological Learning

www.gicel.ca GICEL is an ecological exploration program connecting young people with nature using the unique ecosystems of the spectacular southern Gulf Islands. Participants, ages 6-12 years old, explore together, study together and play together in the forests, freshwater and marine environments. gicel@gicel.ca

Salt Spring Hiking Group

New hiking group on Salt Spring, open to all. Post a message on the Salt Spring Hiking Group Facebook page about the hike you are planning so others can join you. Any day, any time. Contact Simon to be included in the hiking group email list as well. Simon Rook | 250 537 5180 hornerook@shaw.ca

Island Escapades

www.islandescapades.com Ocean Kayak Tours including 2-8 hour interpretive guided day & sunset tours to Marine Parks and Islets. Stroke and Rescue Clinics taught on Cusheon Lake. Multi-day Expeditions, Kayak Guides Courses, Adventure Day Camps for Youth 8-12 & Overnight Programs for 12-18. Eco Education Programs for Schools & Groups. Jack Rosen | 250 537 2571 escapades@saltspring.com

Island Paddlers

www.saltspringpaddlers.ca A social club of active Salt Spring Island paddlers, who come together in support of their active interest in recreational paddling. We are a volunteer run, not-for-profit organization devoted to the promotion of safe and skillful paddling in the surrounding waters. We welcome paddlers of all skill levels. Jude Oliver | 250 653 9073 saltspringpaddlers@gmail.com

Island Pathways

www.islandpathways.ca Island Pathways was formed in 1988 and became a non-profit society in 1997. Volunteers work year round to promote safe non-motorized transportation and recreation. info@islandpathways.ca S A LT S P R I N G I S L A N D L E I S U R E G U I D E

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Outdoor Recreation cont. Dragon Boating

Facebook: “Spirit Point Dragons” Anyone is welcome to join the club. We enjoy being out on the water, socializing after practice, preparing for competitions and being part of the international community of dragon boaters. Mary Rowles | 250 653 4139 onthewater181@gmail.com

Motocross - On & Off island

Contact for information on the sport of motocross; competitions off island; Youth/ Adult. Blaine Johnson | 250 537 6607 blaine33@shaw.ca

Salt Spring Adventure Co. LTD

www.saltspringadventures.com Kayak tours, rentals, expeditions and instruction. Whale watching and marine wildlife viewing. Paddle board rentals and instruction. Paddle Canada courses and bike rentals. Yvonne Poirier | 250 537 2764 info@saltspringadventures.com

Salt Spring Power & Sail Squadron

www.saltspringsquadron.ca We offer courses promoting safe and enjoyable boating. Courses include boat handling, maintenance, weather, radar, chart plotting, navigation and the mandatory VHF Radio Course and Pleasure Craft Operator Card.

Salt Spring Bike Club

The Salt Spring Bike Club (SSBC) is an IMBA affiliated and insured club whose primary functions are to unify Salt Spring riders and advocate for family friendly bike infrastructure, including trails and a bike skills park for children and youth. Members welcomed. Visit us on Facebook or email saltspringbikeclub@gmail.com

Salt Spring Island Radio Control Flyers

SSI Radio Control Flyers are an informal group of radio control model aircraft enthusiasts. All ages welcome. We have a flying field and fly when the weather allows. Alan Dennis | 250 537 5427

Salt Spring Sailing Club

www.saltspringsailing.ca Hosting a variety of sailing classes for Adults, Youth and Children. For more details and to register, visit their website. racing@saltspringsailing.ca

Salt Spring Tennis Association

www.saltspringtennis.ca 4 public courts located at Portlock Park. Specific times set aside for Men’s, Women’s and mixed doubles tennis on 3 courts on a first come first serve basis, leaving 1 court for public use at all times. Mafalda Hoogerdyk, President info@saltspringtennis.ca

Salt Spring Trail & Nature Club

www. saltspringtnc.ca The purpose of the Salt Spring Trail and Nature Club is to stimulate interest in walking/hiking and related outdoor activities as well as natural history. To study flora and fauna in their natural habitats.

Wisdom of the Earth

www.wisdomoftheearth.ca Experiential nature-based programs for children, youth, and adults, to facilitate deep connection to self, community and the wild. Rites of passage, solo overnights, primitive skills, adult survival courses, kids camps, preschooler and parent program, and more. Jean-Claude Catry | 250 653 9122 jean-claude@wisdomoftheearth.ca

West Coast Model Yacht Association

www.wcmya.ca The West Coast Model Yacht Association promotes and coordinates radio sailing activities of clubs for the Canadian Radio Yachting Association. The WCMYA hosts events of regional, national and international levels. The Salt Spring branch sail International One Metres and other classes on a weekly basis. Lawrie Neish | 250 537 2053 wlneish@shaw.ca

Salt Spring Rowing Club

All skill levels and all ages of rowers welcome. Single and/or group boats. Instruction and competitions available. ssirowing@gmail.com 36

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Sports Salt Spring Badminton Club

Adults and teens, all skill levels welcome. Must have own racquet and non-marking shoes. Drop-ins or yearly membership. September till end of March. Thursdays 8 -10 pm and Sundays 7 – 9 pm at GISS gym. Gail Temmel | 250 653 4613 gmtemmel@shaw.ca

Salt Spring Island Minor Baseball

Group of adult volunteers provide the structure and coaching for the baseball experience. Youth age groups from 5 years (T-ball) to 17 years (Midgets). No experience needed to join in. Season runs April through June. Registration is in February. Lisa Taylor | 250 537 8908 Corey Johnson | 250 537 7784 cdjohnson3@hotmail.com

Hockey

Hockey – Adult & Youth - Off Island Contact for information about off-island hockey. Derek Topping | 250 537 9796 derektopping@telus.net

Women’s Basketball

Drop-in indoor basketball- all levels welcome. Please contact for location and times. Kim O’Neill | 250 537 5706 Karen Mouat | karenmouat@gmail.com

Salt Spring Gymnastics Assoc.

www.saltspringgymnastics.org Salt Spring Gymnastics offers programming for youth and adults at Fulford Hall. 250 931 1120 saltspringgymnastics@gmail.com

Salt Spring PickleBall

saltspringpickleball.net Come have fun with this wonderful game. Four outdoor courts at Portlock Park and two Fulford (behind fire hall). Scheduled indoor and outdoor games. Please see website for current schedules and contact information. Portable net system required. Contacts on website.

Salt Spring Golf & Country Club

www.saltspringgolf.com 9 hole golf course for all ages & abilities. Members and Public Welcome. Lessons. Junior Program (18 years and under). 250 537 2121 | golf@saltspring.com DECEMBER 7, 2016 | GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD

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RECREATION and SPORTS

Sports continued Salt Spring Sneakers Running Club

http://runssi.teampages.com The Salt Spring Sneakers is a recreational running group that welcomes runners of all abilities to join our weekly group workouts. Distances range from 5K to 10K on Mondays and Thursdays, and 10K and up on Saturdays. Check out the Sneakers’ website for a calendar of runs and events. Janice Dickie | 250 537 2399 jdickie15@hotmail.com

Adult Slo-Pitch

Join a co-ed team or start a new one! Recreational league; ages 16+; all skill levels welcome; games played on island; several tournaments available off island; season from May - August. Liz Wilson | 250 538 7555

Salt Spring United Soccer Club

www.saltspringsoccer.com Salt Spring United Soccer is a volunteer organization that provides the structure for youth and adult soccer teams. All level of players welcome; ages 4 years and up. Season runs September to May. Registration and more information is online.

Salt Spring Squash Club

www.saltspringsquash.ca Salt Spring Squash Club is planning to open a public access squash facility on the Golf Course property at 805 Lower Ganges Road, in the latter part of 2016. Email or call for updates. Markus Wenzel, President | 250 653 9799 saltspringsquash@gmail.com

Soccertron

www.soccertron.com Soccertron holds a variety of full and half day camps for kids ages 3 – 13 years old. See their website for details and registration. soccertron@live.ca

Salt Spring Roller Derby “The Committed”

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Baseline Tennis Academy

www.saltspringtennis.ca or see Facebook page: Baseline Tennis Academy tennis lessons, clinics and camps for ages 6 – adult. TPA insured member and Certified Tennis Instructor since 2000. Email or call for more information. Marianne Banman | 250 537 5870 baselinetennis@telus.net

Centre Court Indoor Tennis Court

www.saltspringtennis.ca The indoor tennis facility is located at 805 Lower Ganges Road, behind the Salt Spring Island Golf Club at the far end of the driving range. Open by access when booked through the website, seven days a week 6am-11pm. See the web site for information and fees. Red court (1/2 court with soft balls) drop in $5. Sundays 3-5 book via the website.

Salt Spring Tennis Association

www.saltspringtennis.ca A social group for all ages and abilities. Annual membership offers free access to tournaments. Our indoor court is available to members and non-members. Booked at our website. Members can participate in year round leagues, contact saltspringtennisleague@gmail.com. 2 resident coaches/pros to up your game or blow off the cobwebs.

West Coast Recreation Annual Grass Volleyball Tournament

www.westcoastrec.ca Salt Spring Island-Hop Coed Grass Volleyball Tournament at Portlock Park. Recreational Volleyball tournament for players of all levels. Locals are very welcome to test their skills against players from around BC. For more information contact West Coast Recreation in Victoria. Tournament traditionally held over July holiday weekend. 250 589 WEST (9378) | info@westcoastrec.ca

Other Carpet Bowling (South SS Seniors)

Friday mornings 10am at Fulford Hall. John Flannagan | 250 653 2344 jpflannagan75@hotmail.com

Rollerblading

Rollerblading indoors at Fulford Hall. Sunday afternoons, October thru April 2:30-4pm. Bring your own rollerblades or try on some loaners. $2 - 6 years and up, $4 - adults. Open to all.

The Wall

www.saltspringcommunityservices.ca 268 Fulford-Ganges Road. Indoor climbing wall. The Wall offers weekly public climbs, birthday parties and iRock Kids Climbing Club. 250 537 9971 I connect@ssics.ca

Special Olympics BC

Provides high-quality sports programs and competitions to meet the needs and interests of individuals with disabilities, enriching lives and celebrating personal achievements through positive sport experiences. Volunteers welcome. Merv Anderson | 250 538 2291 mervsue@shaw.ca

Facilities Salt Spring Island Parks & Recreation (PARC)

Facilities and Field Bookings www.crd.bc.ca/saltspring Centennial, Drummond, Peace and Rotary Park, as well as the Portlock Park sports fields/tennis courts are available for general use & group reservations. All group events and gatherings require a Park Use Permit. Bookings | 250 537 4448 ssiparc@crd.bc.ca

Dog Park

Fenced play areas for large and small dogs. Great place to meet with other dog owners while exercising your pet. Rainbow Road Park, in front of the indoor pool.

Fitness Circuit

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Facilities continued Hart Memorial Disc Golf Course Mouat Park

www.crd.bc.ca/saltspring This public disc golf course meanders under the trees in Mouat Park. Main entrance and parking at the end of Seaview Avenue in Ganges.

Kanaka Skatepark

Public skateboard facility available on Aldous Road; below the Middle School. Maintained jointly by School District 64 and Salt Spring Parks and Recreation.

Playgrounds

Check out Portlock Park, Centennial Park & Drummond Park. Playgrounds at all the elementary school properties. Accessible play equipment at Salt Spring Elementary School.

Portlock Park Track

400 metre track. Ideal for running or walking.

Pickleball Courts

www.saltspringpickleball.net There are 4 public pickleball courts, with evening lights, located at Portlock Park and 2 courts located at the Fulford Tennis Court, next to the Fulford Firehall, which is also open for public play. See website for details and contacts for portable systems.

Public Tennis Courts

There are 4 public tennis courts, with evening lights, located at Portlock Park. The Fulford tennis court, next to the Fulford Firehall, is also open for public play.

Centre Court Indoor Tennis Court

School District #64 Facilities

Salt Spring school gyms and outdoor sports fields are allocated through the School District’s Plant Services Office. Bookings | 250 537 5723

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YOUTH GROUPS and CENTRES Girl Guides

Core Inn Youth Drop-In Centre

www.girlguides.ca Girl Guides is for girls of all ages and those young at heart! We have programs for the girls from Sparks, ages 5-6, Brownies, ages 7-8, Guides, ages 9-12, Pathfinders ages 12-15 and Rangers for 15-18. Our SSI Trefoil Guild is open to all alumni. Gail Temmel | 250 653 4613 | gmtemmel@shaw.ca

www.saltspringcommunityservices.ca The Core Inn Youth Centre provides a supportive environment for youth between grades 6-12. Facilities include enclosed basketball court, pool table, video games, big screen tv, computer access and café. Various classes, programs and events throughout the year. 250 537 9932 or 250 221 0370 | connect@ssics.ca

Scouts Canada

Gulf Islands Centre for Ecological Learning (GICEL)

www.scouts.ca Scouts Canada offers: Beavers for 5-7 year olds; Cubs for 8-11 year olds; Scouts for 11-14 year olds. Per Svendsen | 250 537 1983

www.gicel.ca GICEL is an ecological exploration program connecting young people with nature using the unique ecosystems of the spectacular southern Gulf Islands. Children learn through a blend of nature-based artistic, musical and dramatic activities. gicel@gicel.ca

Salt Spring Island 4H Community Club

www.southmalahat4h.ca A youth organization committed to developing leadership talents and abilities through practical training and experience in agriculture, home economics, citizenship, personal development and related fields. Members participate in fun things like camping, public speaking, travel, scholarships, Grade 11 and 12 course credits, leadership training and much more. Motto - “Learn to do by doing”. Loretta Rithaler | ssi4hclub@yahoo.ca

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SKATE SCHEDULE

Fuller Lake Arena

January 6th to March 12th DAY

Parent & Tot Skate

Adult Lap Skate

Public Skating

SUN

3:15pm to 4pm *Twoonie Skate*

MON

2pm to 3:15pm

TUES WED

Adult Drop-In Hockey

50+ Drop-In Hockey

11:30am to 1pm

9:30am to 11am

11:30am to 1pm

9:30am to 11am

9am to 10am

THUR 12pm to 1pm

FRI

Sunday Skate

Effective January

INDIVIDUAL ADMISSIONS CATEGORY AGE ADMISSION RATE PRESCHOOL CHILD YOUTH ADULT 55 PLUS SKATE RENTALS SKATE SHARPENING

250.246.3811 arena@northcowichan.ca www.northcowichan.ca

6:40pm to 8pm

DROP-IN ADMISSIONS

INFANT

Public Skating, Drop-in Hockey, Learn to Skate Lessons and more. You are invited to try our arena, yours to enjoy and discover! Located conveniently in Chemainus.

Under 2 years

No charge

2 to 6 years

$2.00

7 to 12 years

$3.00

13 to 18 years

$4.25

19 to 54 years

$6.00

55 years +

$4.50

All ages

$2.00

All ages

$5.00

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The Sunday skate has been shortened to 45 minutes due to us adding another set of Learn to Skate lessons on Sunday. The new 45 minute skate time is now a twoonie skate every week, $2 to skate and get rentals.

Public Skating Cancellations Monday February 13th

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