• Paper Jewelry with Julie Collins

    Shawnigan Lake Community Centre - 2804 Shawnigan Lake Road

    The art of creating beautiful and unique jewelry pieces using paper. Exploring a variety of different types of paper, including recycled paper products, you will learn the technique of rolling the paper into different shapes and sizes creating a variety of unique beads. The beads are then laid out and strung together to design one-of-a kind wearable ART.

  • Acoustic Jam

    Mill Bay Community Hall 1035 Shawnigan Lake - Mill Bay Rd, Mill Bay

    This is an inclusive jam for all skill levels and welcoming singers and multi-instrumentalists with hosts Myron Arndt along with Dean Derby! Some joined us just to sing, others to play and some to play and sing. We have a bit of a new format and want to make sure you are all able to participate and feel comfortable and welcome.

  • Inspired by Reading – Book Club

    South Cowichan Library 2720 Mill Bay Rd, Mill Bay, BC

    For anyone interested in reading & inspiring conversation. No registration required, you are welcome to attend any session! Book of the month: The Tiger: A True Story of Vengeance and Survival by John Vaillant.

  • Creators Circle

    Shawnigan Lake Community Centre - 2804 Shawnigan Lake Road

    Formerly Makers Circle and Fearless Friday Painters. A space for makers, painters, & 'artists at heart’ to gather & work on their projects in the company of other creatives. Great opportunity for shared conversation & inspiration! Runs September through May. First session free to drop in and see if you would like to join us! Free to members!

  • Spotlight Series: Balkan Babes & Novo Drom

    Shawnigan Lake Community Centre - 2804 Shawnigan Lake Road

    Balkan Babes - penetrating harmonies, asymmetric rhythms, unusual ornamentations and powerful emotions characterizing the rich and timeless folk music of Eastern Europe.

    Novo Drom - blending voices and instruments to interweave Balkan culture, Romani sound, and a West Coast vibe.

  • Holiday Wreath Making with Ingrid Mertens

    Shawnigan Lake Community Centre - 2804 Shawnigan Lake Road

    Learn how to make a natural Holiday Wreath, on a willow hoop, using freshly foraged greens and decorative materials.

  • Art Show – Call for Visual Artists

    Recognition and Recollection aims to amplify the impact of art on mental health. Artists know how important creating and experiencing creativity is for well-being. This initiative magnifies the significance arts and culture have on our mental health and the human experience. Artists are invited to submit work that explore the following themes: · Mental Health Challenge · Memory, Consciousness & the Self · Alzheimer’s & Cognitive Decline · Art as Health Advocacy · Mental Health & Complex Social Issues · States of Being (ie; joy, sadness, reflection...etc)

  • Inspired by Reading – Book Club

    South Cowichan Library 2720 Mill Bay Rd, Mill Bay, BC

    For anyone interested in reading & inspiring conversation. No registration required, you are welcome to attend any session! Book of the month: Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese.

  • Creators Circle

    Shawnigan Lake Community Centre - 2804 Shawnigan Lake Road

    Formerly Makers Circle and Fearless Friday Painters. A space for makers, painters, & 'artists at heart’ to gather & work on their projects in the company of other creatives. Great opportunity for shared conversation & inspiration! Runs September through May. First session free to drop in and see if you would like to join us! Free to members!

  • Acoustic Jam

    Mill Bay Community Hall 1035 Shawnigan Lake - Mill Bay Rd, Mill Bay

    This is an inclusive jam for all skill levels and welcoming singers and multi-instrumentalists with hosts Myron Arndt along with Dean Derby! Some joined us just to sing, others to play and some to play and sing. We have a bit of a new format and want to make sure you are all able to participate and feel comfortable and welcome.