The Magnitude of All Things
Community Program Room 129 McPhillips Avenue, Salt Spring Island, BC, CanadaNFB Film Presentation Internationally Acclaimed Jennifer Abbott’s new documentary The Magnitude of All Things merges stories from the frontlines of climate change with recollections of the loss of her sister, drawing intimate parallels between personal and planetary grief. Jennifer is a Sundance and Genie award-winning film Director, writer, editor, producer, and sound designer, who specializes in social […]
Poetry Open Mic
Community Program Room 129 McPhillips Avenue, Salt Spring Island, BC, CanadaWith guest poet Susan Braley Susan Braley lives in Victoria, BC, on the traditional territory of the Coast and Straits Salish Peoples, in particular the Lekwungen-speaking People, known today as the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations.Her poetry collection, ‘Tilling the Darkness’,was published in 2023. Her poetry is included in Best Canadian Poetry 2023, and was nominated […]
Tech Tutoring
Library Meeting Room 103Tech Tutoring with Peter Fridays, 10AM, 11AM, 12PM, 1PM Bring any kind of device and technology-related questions for tech help with Peter. Book your fifty-minute one-on-one tech tutoring session with Peter by emailing info@saltspringlibrary.com or visiting the tech desk in person.
StoryWalk
Mouat ParkStoryWalk® is a self-guided supported-activity that allows children and adults to enjoy reading and outdoor activity at the same time. Every weekend, laminated pages from a children’s book is attached to signs, These signs are then sequentially installed from the front of the Library, down the street, then though Mouat Park toward the Rainbow Road […]
Neighbourhood Story Time
Children's AreaA NEW spin on a classic program. Children's Stories read by the people that you meet each day! Every Friday from 11AM-11:30AM, The Library hosts Family Story Time, and all ages event with stories for readers of all level and ability, from babies to 7 year olds. Traditionally, this program fosters early literacy, creates positive […]
Youth Board Games & Chess Club
Children's AreaEvery Friday afternoon at the library we will have our large selection of board games available for youth to get together and have some fun. Snacks provided!
Friday Game Night
Community Program Room 129 McPhillips Avenue, Salt Spring Island, BC, CanadaFrom cards to dice to boards to pure imagination; board Game Nights at the Library hold no restrictions as to what to play, only what kind of play you want! Join all kinds of players of all skill levels in a safe space to dive into our massive board game collection, learn the rules of […]
John Lutz: Ranfurley Island
Community Program Room 129 McPhillips Avenue, Salt Spring Island, BC, CanadaThe Salt Spring Island Historical Society presents Professor John Lutz, UVic History. Using rare maps to discover early European understanding of Salt Spring Island.
Indigenous Friendship Circle
Community Program Room 129 McPhillips Avenue, Salt Spring Island, BC, CanadaThe Indigenous Friendship Circle is a space specifically for Indigenous People to socialize, connect, and share culture including drumming, singing, beading, food, skills sharing, bingo, language, medicine, and cousins. For more information email: cdick@saltspringlibrary.com
Reconciliation Reading Circle
We welcome you to join us in broadening our understanding of reconciliation through the exploration of literature and film created by Indigenous authors. Preregistration is required. To register or obtain further information please reach out to cdick@saltspringlibrary.com