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some salt spring island events...not to be missed!

Don't miss the Waiting for Godot performances -- only two left (Feb. 14th at 8 p.m. and Feb. 15th at 2:30 p.m.). This is a "smash hit", as they say! At ArtSpring.

Also at ArtSpring, a late addition to the music programming for February: Beyond the Pale, from Toronto, playing at 2:30 on Feb. 22nd. Ticket info at 250-537-2102.

On Feb. 21st, at 7:30 p.m., also at ArtSpring, enjoy Gareth Owen & his Familia Flamenca. Don't miss this!

Special Valentine's menus offered at Calvin's Bistro (open again, after their "winter break"), at Rock Salt Cafe in Fulford Village, and at Harbour House Hotel, plus at El Zocalo. Your pleasure!

Don't forget to tune into Randy's Vinyl Tap, too, on Saturday nights, CBC Radio 1, between 7 & 9 p.m. (also on Sirius Channel 137).

On Friday, Feb. 20th, there's a presentation by noted bird expert, John Neville, about Salt Spring owls. This free Salt Spring Island Conservancy event starts at 7 p.m., at the Lion's Hall.

Scrabblers are fundraising for African grannies...I'm very pleased to help sponsor Phyllis Hatch. The games for all begin on Feb. 21st. More info? Call 250-65309406.

And congratulations to Paul Minvielle, who earned a second place ribbon for his "light variety" maple syrup, at the second annual Bigleaf Maple Syrup Festival.

Have you picked up your "shop local" card??? Benefit from these great specials, while you enjoy the local shopping experience. Lots of choice, and it's all "right here".

How may I help you to discover special Salt Spring Island & the Southern Gulf Islands?   Call me!

1 commentLi Read • February 14 2009 02:42PM

salt spring island "events"...

February 10, 2009.

Just a reminder -- Tuesdays is afternoon tea day at the Salt Spring Inn (between 1 and 4). If you haven't tried this yet, give yourself a treat!

It must be "almost Spring" -- Calvin's Bistro is opening today, after their January/early Feb. annual closing. Make your reservations for their Valentine's Dinner!

If you haven't seen the "Waiting for Godot" production, put on my Scott Hylands, then rush off to the ArtSpring ticket centre, asap. Saturday, the 14th, at 8 p.m., plus Sunday the 15th matinee.

Looking for some other choices for your Valentine sweetheart?? Bocados Bistro, in Grace Point Square, Piccolo's, Harbour House Hotel are all awaiting your pleasure.

A sweet treat? Rendezvous Cafe, at the Salt Spring Marina, is the place to go!

Check out the Salt Spring Woodworks -- it's their annual sale. Be amazed at some of the wonderful furniture and objets that they showcase.

Canadian bass-baritone, Daniel Okulitch, is in concert this evening -- with pianist Kinza Tyrrell and Salt Spring musicians Alan Micelli and Zav (aka Jamie) RT. At ArtSpring, starting at 8 p.m. Phone 250-537-2102 for ticket info.

Did you get your residents card? Benefit from local business offers and promotions. Go online at: residentscard.com

The Harbour House Hotel offers a Carnaval de Quebec, with special menu, on Thursdays -- check it out!

The days are getting longer...much lighter/much earlier, in the mornings, and still wonderfully light out at 7 p.m. Yes, Spring is coming!

How may I help you to discover special Salt Spring Island & the Southern Gulf Islands?   Call me!

1 commentLi Read • February 10 2009 11:51AM