What's Up? A List of Events in Cowichan

Fall is here but the weather is still mild, and there are many interesting events taking place throughout the valley.  From sidewalk art exhibits to mushroom foraging, harvest dances to hockey, there's something for everyone.  Join in the fun!

• Ongoing – Penny Drive fundraiser for MS Support Group. Drop off your pennies at the MS Society office, Duncan
• Ongoing – Penny Drive fundraiser in support of four food banks, Wavaw, & The Salvation Army, News Leader Pictorial office, 2-5380 Trans Canada Highway, Duncan
• Ongoing – Frances Kelsey student art show, Whiskey Point Grill, Mill Bay
• Weekdays, beginning September 16 at various locations throughout the Cowichan Valley - Parent-Child Mother Goose, a free, interactive song, rhyme and story time activity.  For information and registration, please contact Margaret Moss Health Center, (250) 709-3050
• June 1 - October 1 - Stage 1 sprinkling regulations are in place for all CVRD water systems.  For more information on regulations contact the CVRD at 250-746-2513 or visit cvrd.bc.ca
• June 11 - October 11 - The Chemainus River Bridge located on Chemainus River near Pinson's Corner (between Swallowfield Rd. and Ashcroft Road) will be closed to all traffic including vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians.
• June 18 - October 26 - Cowichan Valley Intercultural and Immigrant Aid Society Tapestry Gala, Quw'utsun' Cultural and Conference Center, 200 Cowichan Way, Duncan.  Info, 250-748-3112
• August 8 - September 27 - The east side of Holland Creek Trail in Ladysmith will be closed. Info, 250-245-6424.
• August 27 - October 15 - Call for artists' submissions of "teeny tiny" artworks for the upcoming Cowichan Valley Arts Council "Teeny Tiny Art Works - A Gift Show." Entry Forms and Guidelines are available at PORTALS (2687 James Street, Duncan) or on the CVAC website. Entry forms and entry fees are due October 15, 2013. All entrants must be members of the Cowichan Valley Arts Council.
• September 3, 10:00 a.m. - September 28, 3:00 p.m. - Photography and Gourds, photos by Gary Chilibeck and artwork by Raven Wyntre-Clarkson, Imagine That!, 251 Craig St., Duncan
• September 13 - 28, various times - Chemainus Theatre Festival presents "A Pretty Girl (A Shayna Maidel), Chemainus Theatre, 9737 Chemainus Rd.  Info, www.chemainustheatre.ca
• September 20 - October 26, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. - Encore Women's Choir fundraiser.  Info, encorewomenschoir.com 
• September 20, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. (and every Friday) - Seniors' Zumba, Island Savings Centre.  Info, (250) 748-7529
• September 20, 1:00 - 8:00 p.m. - 1st Annual VIREB President's Cup Golf Tournament, Duncan Meadows Golf Course, 6507 North Rd., Duncan.  Info, golf@vireb.com 
• September 20, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. - Harvest Dance at the Gardens, Community Gardens, High Street, Ladysmith
• September 20, 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. (and every Friday) - Art Beat, a weekly art walk and street party, Willow St., Chemainus.  Info, www.cvcas.com
• September 21 - 29 - Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup.  Info, shorelinecleanup.ca
• September 21 - November 2 (various dates, depending upon nature's schedule) - Fall Mushroom Hunt - Amuse is Going Wild, Amuse on the Vineyard, 2915 Cameron Taggart Rd., Cobble Hill.  Info and bookings, (250) 743-3667
• September 21, 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. - Peace in the Valley Global Mala Yoga Event, Cowichan Station Hub.  Info, (250) 709-3744.
• September 21, 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. - Duncan United Church Harvest Fair, 246 Ingram St., Duncan.
• September 21, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. - Golf and curling speil, March Meadows Golf Course and Cowichan Lake Sports Arena.  Info, (250) 749-6742
• September 21, 10:00 a.m. - Fall gardening seminar, Dinters Nursery.  Info, (250) 748-2023
• September 21, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (and every Saturday until Thanksgiving) - Honeymoon Bay Outdoor Market, Coffee Mill, Honeymoon Bay 
• September 21, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - St. John's Church, Cobble Hill September Festival, 3295 Cobble Hill Rd.  Info, 250-743-3095 or info@stjohnscobblehill.ca
• September 21, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. (weekly on Saturdays) - Open Mic, Duncan's Courts Sports Lounge
• September 21, 2:00 - 7:00 p.m. - Inspire Fest, Shawnigan Lake Village.  Info, inspireshawnigan.com/events/
• September 21, 7:00 p.m. - Junior A Hockey, Cowichan Capitals vs Victoria Grizzlies, Island Savings Centre, Cowichan Arena
• September 21, 7:00 - 11:00 p.m. - CommUNITY Dance, The Hub, Cowichan Station.  Info, (240) 748-7312
• September 21, 7:30 p.m. - Victoria Symphony at the Cowichan Theatre.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1238
• September 21, 8:30 p.m. - Shine Runner (rock band), Oak and Carriage Pub
• September 22, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (and every Sunday) - Duncan Flea Market, Eagles Hall, 2965 Boys Rd, Duncan.  Info, duncanfleamarket@hotmail.com
• September 22, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. - Junk in the Trunk Sale, Saywell Park, South Shore Rd., Lake Cowichan.  Info, (250) 749-3244
• September 22 (and every Sunday through Oct. 6) 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. - South Cowichan Farmers’ Market, 4485 Trans Canada Highway at Koksilah Rd
• September 22, 2:00 p.m. - Junior A Hockey, Cowichan Capitals vs Surrey Eagles, Island Savings Centre, Cowichan Arena
• September 22, 2:00 p.m. (and every Sunday) - Sunday Country Jam, Eagles Lounge, 2965 Boys Rd., Duncan
• September 22, 2:00 p.m. - "The Off Pulse Quartet," Jazz at the Crofton Hotel Pub, 1534 Joan Ave., Crofton
• September 22, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. - Northwest Wildlife Preservation Society's free tea and talk, Arbutus Ridge Golf Course, 3525 Telegraph Rd., Cobble Hill.  Info, northwestwildlife.com or (604) 568-4907
• September 22, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. - Cowichan Estuary Nature Center beer and burger fundraiser, Cowichan Bay Pub.  Info, cowichanestuary.ca
• September 23, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. - Seniors Tai Chi - Short Form, Island Savings Centre.  Info, (250) 748-7529
• September 23, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. - Meditation, the Art and Act of Mindfulness, Island Savings Centre.  Info, (250) 748-7529
• September 23, 7:00 p.m. - Cowichan Valley Hospice Society presents a Reel Alternatives Film, The Sapphires.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1238  
• September 24, 9:30 a.m. (and every Tuesday through June 10) - Maple Bay Painters Artists' Club, Cowichan Exhibition Centre, 7380 Trans Canada Highway.  Info, (250) 748-9682
• September 24, 12:00 noon (weekly on Tuesdays) - Toastmasters Noon Hour Club, Duncan Travelodge, 140 Trans-Canada Hwy.
• September 24, 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. - Spanish For Beginners (Elder College), Island Savings Center, Duncan.  Info, (250) 748- 7529
• September 24, 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. (and every Tuesday until fall) - Ladysmith Make it, Bake It, Grow It Farmers Market, 1st Ave., Ladysmith
• September 24, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. - Faculty reading. Join VIU's Creative Writing Department for an evening of readings from their own work, Room 135, VIU Cowichan Campus.  Info, (250) 746-3566.
•  September 24, 7:00 p.m. (weekly on Tuesdays) - Dads Make a Difference, 213 - 80 Station St., Duncan. Info, 250-597-2801
• September 25, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. (continuing weekly on Wednesdays) - Choir with Cari Burdett, all welcome, M'akola Centre, Ts'i'ts'uwatul'Lelum Assisted Living, 5755 Allenby Rd., Duncan.  Info, www.joythroughmusic.com
• September 25, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (and every Wednesday) - Chemainus Wednesday Market, Waterwheel Square, Chemainus.  Info, 250-246-3944
• September 25, 7:00 p.m. (weekly on Wednesdays) - Cowichan Toastmasters Club 950, Duncan Travelodge, 140 Trans-Canada Highway, Duncan.  Info, 250-743-1785
• September 25, 7:00 p.m. (weekly on Wednesdays) - Cowichan Men’s Circle, The Hub, Cowichan Station.  Info, 250-597-2801. 
• September 25, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Munch 150, Great Art on Screen, celebrating the 150th anniversary of the birth of Edvard Munch, Cowichan Theater.  Info, (250) 748-7529
• September 25, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. (weekly on Wednesdays) - Chemainus Senior Center open acoustic jam.  Info, (250) 510-1347
•  September 26, 2:00 p.m. (weekly on Thursdays) - Chronic Pain Self Management Program, MS Society of Canada, 204-394 Duncan St., Duncan.  Info, 1-866-902-3767 (toll free)
• September 26, 2:30 p.m. (weekly on Thursdays) – Multicultural Leadership Group, Duncan United Church, 246 Ingram St.
• September 26, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. (weekly on Thursdays) - Family Choir - 100 Voices for One World, Cari Burdett, 3228A Gibbins Rd., Duncan.  Info, www.joythroughmusic.com
• September 26, 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. - South End Seniors Social Club, Kerry Park.  Info, glodav@shaw.ca
• September 26, 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. - TOPS (Take of Pounds Sensibly) meeting, KIDZ Co., 2-2731 James St.  Info, (250) 748-7548
• September 26, 6:00 p.m. - Estate Smart - Prudent Estate Planning, a free seminar, Duncan VIU Campus lecture theatre.  Pre-registration required, (250) 748-1426
• September 26, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. (weekly on Thursdays) - Triple P Preteen Parenting Program, Margaret Moss Health Centre, Duncan.  Info, www.triplepvip.ca
• September 26, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. (and every Thursday through December 12) - Random Acts of Kindness Teen Group, Crofton Community Centre.  Info, (250) 246-4217
• September 26, 7:00 p.m. (weekly on Thursdays) – Meditation, VIU Cowichan Campus.  Info, 250-710-7594
• September 26, 7:00 p.m. - Prostate cancer support group, Canadian Cancer Society Board Room, 394 Duncan St., Duncan.  Info, (250) 743-6960
• September 26, 7:00 p.m. - Cowichan Theatre presents National Theatre Live from London, Othello.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1238
• September 27 - Tour de Rock Spinathon Fundraiser, Frank Jameson Community Center, Ladysmith.  Info, (250) 245-6414, extension 6237
• September 27 - 29 - Culture Days, various locations around Cowichan.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/Calendar.aspx?EID=1954&month=9&year=2013&day=20&calType=0
• September 27 - 29 - Cowichan Valley Fall Home Expo, Cowichan Exhibition Hall, 7380 Trans Canada Highway, North Cowichan.  Info, homeshowtime.com
• September 27, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. - Dive In Cinema, Frank Jameson Community Center, Ladysmith. Info, 250-245-6424
• September 27, 7:00 - 9:30 p.m. - Public Forum: Developing and Diking Somenos Marsh, Somenos Wildlife Society, Island Savings Center, Cowichan Theatre.  Info, (250) 732-0462
• September 28 and 29, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. - Salmon and Mushroom Festival, Lake Cowichan Centennial Hall. Info, salmonmushroomfestival.com 
• September 28, 10:00 a.m. - Create your own fall planter, Dinter Nursery.  Info, (250) 748-2023
• September 28, 10:00 a.m. - November 9, 12:00 p.m. - Chronic pain self management program, Duncan Public Library, 2687 James St., Duncan.  Info, 1-866-902-3767
• September 28, 12:00 noon - 4:00 p.m. - Sip, Savor, and Support fundraiser for Canucks Autism Network, benefiting autism support on Vancouver Island, Mill Bay Marina, 740 Handy Rd., Mill Bay.  Info, millbaymarina.ca
• September 28, 7:30 p.m. - One Night Stand in Cowichan Valley with Don Burnstick, Cowichan Theatre. Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1238
• September 28, 8:00 p.m. - The Stand Up Show, Aggie Hall, Ladysmith
• September 29, 1:00 - 2:20 p.m. - Free Skate, Cowichan Arena.  
• September 29, 12:00 noon - 3:00 p.m. - Free supervised, unstructured sports, Multi-Purpose hall, Cowichan Arena.
• September 30, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - ProD Camp for Kids (ages 5 - 12), Frank Jameson Community Center.  Info, 250-245-6424
• September 31, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - Ocean to Table Family Fun Day, Cowichan Bay Maritime Museum.  Info, (250)746-4955
• October 1, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (and the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month) - Knitting, Crochet, Embroidery and Handwork Group, 3696 Gardner Rd., Saltair
• October 3, 1:00 p.m. - November 7, 3:30 p.m. - Chronic pain self management program, Duncan Public Library, 2687 James St., Duncan.  Info, 1-866-902-3767
• October 4, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. - Armchair Travel (Elder College), The Real Samoa - A Road Less Traveled, Island Savings Center.  Info, (250) 748-7529
• October 5, all day - World Community Film Festival, Vancouver Island University, 2011 University Way, Duncan.  Info, cowichanvalleyfilm.ca
• October 5, 9:55 a.m. - Cowichan Theatre presents the Metropolitan Opera in HD, Tchaicovsky's Eugene Onegin.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1238
• October 5, 10:00 a.m. - Cuttings and plant propagation, Dinter Nursery.  Info, (250)748-2023
• October 5, 7:00 p.m. - Cowichan Valley Capitals vs Powell River Kings, Cowichan Arena
• October 6, 2:00 p.m. - Cowichan Capitals vs W.  Kelowna Warriors, Cowichan Arena 
• October 7, 7:30 p.m. - The Shangi-La Chinese Acrobats, Cowichan Theatre.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244  
• October 8, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - Bingo, Valley Seniors Center, 198 Government St., Duncan.  Info, (250) 746-4433
• October 8 - November 30, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. - Organic Master Gardeners Course, Cowichan Green Community, 360 Duncan St. Info, 250-748-8506
• October 8, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. - Beginners Reflexology, (Elder College), Island Savings Center.  Info, (250) 748-7529
• October 11, 7:00 p.m. - Cowichan Capitals vs Alberni Valley Bulldogs, Cowichan Arena
• October 12, 10:00 a.m. - Potting and re-blooming orchids, Dinter Nursery.  Info, (250) 748-2023
• October 12, 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Farm to Table Dinner featuring locally gathered wild mushroom and the flavours of Spain and Portugal, Deerholme Farm.  Info, deerholme.com
• October 16, 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. - Dora the Explorer Live! Search for the City of Lost Toys, Cowichan Theatre.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• October 17, 10:17 a.m. - The Great British Columbia Shake Out earthquake drill.  Info, shakeoutbc.ca 
• October 17, 11:45 a.m. (third Thursday, monthly) - South End Seniors Social Club luncheon (register by Monday, October 14).  Info, (250) 743-9485 or (250) 929-8592
• October 18, 7:30 p.m. - Cowichan Theatre and Ballet Victoria present Frankenstein, Cowichan Theatre.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• October 19, 10:00 a.m. - Winterizing your Pond, Dinter Nursery.  Info, (250) 748-2023
• October 19, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. - Wild Mushroom Forage, Deerholme Farm.  Info, deerholme.com
• October 19, 7:00 p.m. - Cowichan Capitals vs Chilliwack Chiefs
• October 19, 7:30 p.m. - John McDermott Looking Back 20th Anniversary Tour, Cowichan Theatre.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• October 20, 2:30 p.m. - Palm Court Orchestra, "Flying Down to Rio," Cowichan Theatre.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• October 21, 10:30 a.m. - Morning Musicale, Cowichan Theatre.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• October 23, 7:00 p.m. - Cowichan Culture Speaks Easy Launch Celebration, Cowichan Theater, Duncan.  Info, cowichanculture.com/speakseasy
• October 24, 7:30 p.m. - Cowichan Theatre presents National Theatre Live, MacBeth.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• October 26, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. - Halloween Monster Bash.  Info, 250-245-6424.
• October 19, 6:00 p.m. - Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce "Howl," Eagles Hall, 921-1st Ave., Ladysmith
• October 23, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. - Cowichan Culture Speaks Easy Community Launch Celebration, Cowichan Theatre. Info, cowichanculture.ca/speakeasy
• October 26, 9:55 a.m. - Cowichan Theatre presents Live at the Metropolitan Opera, Shastakovich's "The Nose."  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• October 26, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. - Hallowe'en Monster Bash, Ladysmith.  Info, (250) 245-6414
• October 27, all day - Shawnigan/Kinsoll Half Marathon (21.1 km) and Half-a-Half Races (10.5 km).  Information and registration, ceevacs.com
• October 28, 7:00 p.m. - Cowichan Valley Hospice Society presents a Reel Alternatives Film, NO (adios M. Pinochet), Cowichan Theatre.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• November 2, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. - Valley Seniors Organization 6th Annual Craft Fair, 198 Government St., Duncan.  Info, (250) 246-4746 or (250) 746-4433
• November 12, 6:30 - 7:55 p.m. - Tim's Tuesday free swim, Frank Jameson Community Center, Ladysmith.  Info, (250) 245-6424
• November 22, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. - Dive In Cinema presents "Brave!" Frank Jameson Community Center.  Info, 250-245-6424
• November 30 - Sports Day in Canada.  For information on events in Ladysmith contact Sue Glenn, (250) 245-6414, extension 6237
• December 1 - Cinnamon Bun Fun Run, Frank Jameson Community Center.  Info, 250-245-6424
• December 14, 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - LaFF's Breakfast with Santa, Aggie Hall, Ladysmith.  Two seatings.  Info, familyandfriends.ca
• December 20, 6:30 - 8:55 p.m. - Dive In Cinema, The Rise of the Guardians, Frank Jameson Community Centre, Ladysmith.  Info, (250) 245-6424
• December 23, 27, 30 and January 2 & 3, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - Christmas break activity days, Frank Jameson Activity Center.  Info, 250-245-6424.
• January 1, 11:00 a.m. (registration), 12:00 noon (swim) - Polar Bear Swim, Transfer Beach Ladysmith

What's Up? A List of Events in Cowichan

Now that the kids are back in school and we're all returning to our routines, the calendar is filling up with activities.  There's a lot going on in and around the valley!  It's a great time to get out and sample what your community has to offer.

The new Autumn 2013 Recreation Program and Schedules guide is now available at the Cowichan Aquatic Centre and Fuller Lake Arena. You can find the guide online at http://bit.ly/1bd7ynI

Starting September 3, Ladysmith will be served by BC Transit through Cowichan Valley Regional Transit.  For route details and information, please see the Rider Guide.

Full maps and route schedules are available at City Hall, the Frank Jameson Community Centre, and other locations.  Tickets and passes are sold at City Hall, the Frank Jameson Community Centre and 49th Parallel Grocery.  Starting September 6, you can also obtain passes online at the Cowichan Ticket Centre at www.ctcentre.bc.ca. Local and commuter day PASS, tickets (10), semester passes and monthly passes can be purchased through the website beginning September 6, 2013.

• Ongoing – Penny Drive fundraiser for MS Support Group. Drop off your pennies at the MS Society office, Duncan
• Ongoing – Penny Drive fundraiser in support of four food banks, Wavaw, & The Salvation Army, News Leader Pictorial office, 2-5380 Trans Canada Highway, Duncan
• Ongoing – Frances Kelsey student art show, Whiskey Point Grill, Mill Bay
• Weekdays, beginning September 16 at various locations throughout the Cowichan Valley - Parent-Child Mother Goose, a free, interactive song, rhyme and story time activity.  For information and registration, please contact Margaret Moss Health Center, (250) 709-3050
• June 1 - October 1 - Stage 1 sprinkling regulations are in place for all CVRD water systems.  For more information on regulations contact the CVRD at 250-746-2513 or visit cvrd.bc.ca
• June 11 - October 11 - The Chemainus River Bridge located on Chemainus River near Pinson's Corner (between Swallowfield Rd. and Ashcroft Road) will be closed to all traffic including vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians.
• June 18 - October 26 - Cowichan Valley Intercultural and Immigrant Aid Society Tapestry Gala, Quw'utsun' Cultural and Conference Center, 200 Cowichan Way, Duncan.  Info, 250-748-3112
• August 8 - September 27 - The east side of Holland Creek Trail in Ladysmith will be closed. Info, 250-245-6424.
• September 3, 10:00 a.m. - September 28, 3:00 p.m. - Photography and Gourds, photos by Gary Chilibeck and artwork by Raven Wyntre-Clarkson, Imagine That!, 251 Craig St., Duncan
• September 4 - 18 - Gourlay Janes Park in Ladysmith is closed.
• September 7 - 15 - Cowichan Wine and Culinary Festival.  Info, wines.cowichan.net
• September 13 and 14 - Parent and Child Mother Goose Facilitator Training, Crofton Community School, 8017 York Street, Crofton.  Info, (250) 709-3050
• September 13, 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. (and every Friday) - Art Beat, a weekly art walk and street party, Willow St., Chemainus.  Info, www.cvcas.com
• September 13 - 28, various times - Chemainus Theatre Festival presents "A Pretty Girl (A Shayna Maidel), Chemainus Theatre, 9737 Chemainus Rd.  Info, www.chemainustheatre.ca
• September 14 and 15 - Events at Merridale Ciderworks for Cowichan Wine Festival, 1230 Merridale Rd, Cobble Hill. Info, merridalecider.com/events/cowichan-wine-festival-events-merridale 
• September 14, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. - Used book fundraiser, Cowichan News Leader Pictorial, between Buckerfields and the Brick, Duncan
• September 14, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. - Parkinsons Super Walk, Duncan Curling Arena, 3141 Sherman Rd., Duncan.  Info, 604-662-3240
• September 14, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. - Cowichan Culture Speaks Easy Community Dialogue Session, Inspire! Shawnigan Lake. Info, cowichanculture.ca/speakseasy
• September 14, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. - Vancouver Island Trout Hatchery Open House, 1080 Wharncliffe Rd, Duncan.  Info, vancouverisland@gofishbc.com
• September 14, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (and every Saturday until Thanksgiving) - Honeymoon Bay Outdoor Market, Coffee Mill, Honeymoon Bay 
• September 14, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - Cowichan COb Oven Cook Off Grande Opening, Centennial Park.  
• September 14, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. (weekly on Saturdays) - Open Mic, Duncan's Courts Sports Lounge
• September 14, 7:00 p.m. - Junior A Hockey, Cowichan Capitals vs Alberni Bulldogs, Island Savings Centre, Cowichan Arena
• September 15, 10:00 a.m. - Terry Fox Run. Various locations. Info, terryfox.org
• September 15 (and every Sunday through Oct. 6) 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. - South Cowichan Farmers’ Market, 4485 Trans Canada Highway at Koksilah Rd.
• September 15, 12:00 noon - 4:00 p.m. - 3rd Annual James Barber fundraiser for Providence Farm, 1843 Tzouhalem Rd., Duncan.  Info, providence.bc.ca
• September 15, 2:00 p.m. (and every Sunday) - Sunday Country Jam, Eagles Lounge, 2965 Boys Rd., Duncan
• September 17, 9:30 a.m. (and every Tuesday through June 10) - Maple Bay Painters Artists' Club, Cowichan Exhibition Centre, 7380 Trans Canada Highway.  Info, (250) 748-9682
• September 17, 12:00 noon (weekly on Tuesdays) - Toastmasters Noon Hour Club, Duncan Travelodge, 140 Trans-Canada Hwy.
• September 17, 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. (and every Tuesday until fall) - Ladysmith Make it, Bake It, Grow It Farmers Market, 1st Ave., Ladysmith
• September 17, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. - Organic Master Gardener Course Info-Session, Cowichan Green Community, 360 Duncan St. Info, 250-748-8506 
• September 17, 6:30 - 7:55 p.m. - Tim's Tuesday free swim, Frank Jameson Community Center, Ladysmith.  Info, 250-245-6424
• September 17, 7:00 p.m. (weekly on Tuesdays) - Dads Make a Difference, 213 - 80 Station St., Duncan. Info, 250-597-2801
• September 18, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. (continuing weekly on Wednesdays) - Choir with Cari Burdett, all welcome, M'akola Centre, Ts'i'ts'uwatul'Lelum Assisted Living, 5755 Allenby Rd., Duncan.  Info, www.joythroughmusic.com
• September 18, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (and every Wednesday) - Chemainus Wednesday Market, Waterwheel Square, Chemainus.  Info, 250-246-3944
• September 18, 7:00 p.m. (weekly on Wednesdays) - Cowichan Toastmasters Club 950, Duncan Travelodge, 140 Trans-Canada Highway, Duncan.  Info, 250-743-1785
• September 18, 7:00 p.m. (weekly on Wednesdays) - Cowichan Men’s Circle, The Hub, Cowichan Station.  Info, 250-597-2801. 
• September 19, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (and the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month) - Knitting, Crochet, Embroidery and Handwork Group, 3696 Gardner Rd., Saltair
• September 19, 2:00 p.m. (weekly on Thursdays) - Chronic Pain Self Management Program, MS Society of Canada, 204-394 Duncan St., Duncan.  Info, 1-866-902-3767 (toll free)
• September 19, 2:30 p.m. (weekly on Thursdays) – Multicultural Leadership Group, Duncan United Church, 246 Ingram St.
• September 19, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. (weekly on Thursdays) - Family Choir - 100 Voices for One World, Cari Burdett, 3228A Gibbins Rd., Duncan.  Info, www.joythroughmusic.com
• September 19, 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. - South End Seniors Social Club, Kerry Park.  Info, glodav@shaw.ca
• September 19, 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. - TOPS (Take of Pounds Sensibly) meeting, KIDZ Co., 2-2731 James St.  Info, (250) 748-7548
• September 19, 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. - Free Alzheimers/hospice seminar sponsored by Chemainus Health Care Auxillary and BCAHA Vancouver Island Area rep, Chemaius Legion (upstairs), 9775 Chemainus Rd. Info, 250-245-2335
• September 19, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. (and every Thursday through December 12) - Random Acts of Kindness Teen Group, Crofton Community Centre.  Info, (250) 246-4217
• September 19, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. (weekly on Thursdays) - Triple P Preteen Parenting Program, Margaret Moss Health Centre, Duncan.  Info, www.triplepvip.ca
• September 19, 7:00 p.m. (weekly on Thursdays) – Meditation, VIU Cowichan Campus.  Info, 250-710-7594
• September 19, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. - Strata Owners' Seminar on Depreciation Reports, open to all strata owners and interested parties, Island Savings Centre. Info, (250) 746-4171
• September 20, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. - Seniors' Zumba, Island Savings Centre.  Info, (250) 748-7529
• September 20, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. - Harvest Dance at the Gardens, Community Gardens, High Street, Ladysmith
• September 21 - 29 - Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup.  Info, shorelinecleanup.ca
• September 21, 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. - Peace in the Valley Global Mala Yoga Event, Cowichan Station Hub.  Info, (250) 709-3744.
• September 21, 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. - Duncan United Church Harvest Fair, 246 Ingram St., Duncan.
• September 21, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. - Golf and curling speil, March Meadows Golf Course and Cowichan Lake Sports Arena.  Info, (250) 749-6742
• September 21, 10:00 a.m. - Fall gardening seminar, Dinters Nursery.  Info, (250) 748-2023
• September 21, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - St. John's Church, Cobble Hill September Festival, 3295 Cobble Hill Rd.  Info, 250-743-3095 or info@stjohnscobblehill.ca
• September 23, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. - Seniors Tai Chi - Short Form, Island Savings Centre.  Info, (250) 748-7529
• September 23, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. - Meditation, the Art and Act of Mindfulness, Island Savings Centre.  Info, (250) 748-7529
• September 31, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - Ocean to Table Family Fun Day, Cowichan Bay Maritime Museum.  Info, (250)746-4955
• September 21, 2:00 - 7:00 p.m. - Inspire Fest, Shawnigan Lake Village.  Info, inspireshawnigan.com/events/
• September 21, 7:00 p.m. - Junior A Hockey, Cowichan Capitals vs Victoria Grizzlies, Island Savings Centre, Cowichan Arena
• September 21, 7:00 - 11:00 p.m. - CommUNITY Dance, The Hub, Cowichan Station.  Info, (240) 748-7312
• September 21, 7:30 p.m. - Victoria Symphony at the Cowichan Theatre.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1238
• September 22, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. - Duncan Flea Market, Eagles Hall, 2965 Boys Rd, Duncan.  Info, duncanfleamarket@hotmail.com
• September 22, 2:00 p.m. - Junior A Hockey, Cowichan Capitals vs Surrey Eagles, Island Savings Centre, Cowichan Arena
• September 23, 7:00 p.m. - Cowichan Valley Hospice Society presents a Reel Alternatives Film, The Sapphires.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1238
• September 26, 7:00 p.m. - Cowichan Theatre presents National Theatre Live from London, Othello.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1238
• September 27 - Tour de Rock Spinathon Fundraiser, Frank Jameson Community Center, Ladysmith.  Info, (250) 245-6414, extension 6237
• September 27, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. - Dive In Cinema, Frank Jameson Community Center, Ladysmith. Info, 250-245-6424
• September 28 and 29, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. - Salmon and Mushroom Festival, Lake Cowichan Centennial Hall.  Info, salmonmushroomfestival.com 
• September 28, 10:00 a.m. - Create your own fall planter, Dinter Nursery.  Info, (250) 748-2023
• September 28, 7:30 p.m. - One Night Stand in Cowichan Valley with Don Burnstick, Cowichan Theatre. Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1238
• September 28, 8:00 p.m. - The Stand Up Show, Aggie Hall, Ladysmith
• September 29, 1:00 - 2:20 p.m. - Free Skate, Cowichan Arena.  
• September 29, 12:00 noon - 3:00 p.m. - Free supervised, unstructured sports, Multi-Purpose hall, Cowichan Arena.
• September 30, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - ProD Camp for Kids (ages 5 - 12), Frank Jameson Community Center.  Info, 250-245-6424
• October 5, 9:55 a.m. - Cowichan Theatre presents the Metropolitan Opera in HD, Tchaicovsky's Eugene Onegin.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• October 5, 10:00 a.m. - Cuttings and plant propagation, Dinter Nursery.  Info, (250)748-2023  October 7, 7:30 p.m. - The Shangi-La Chinese Acrobats, Cowichan Theatre.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244  
• October 8 - November 30, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. - Organic Master Gardeners Course, Cowichan Green Community, 360 Duncan St. Info, 250-748-8506
• October 12, 10:00 a.m. - Potting and re-blooming orchids, Dinter Nursery.  Info, (250) 748-2023
• October 16, 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. - Dora the Explorer Live! Search for the City of Lost Toys, Cowichan Theatre.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• October 18, 7:30 p.m. - Cowichan Theatre and Ballet Victoria present Frankenstein, Cowichan Theatre.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• October 19, 10:00 a.m. - Winterizing your Pond, Dinter Nursery.  Info, (250) 748-2023
• October 19, 7:30 p.m. - John McDermott Looking Back 20th Anniversary Tour, Cowichan Theatre.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• October 20, 2:30 p.m. - Palm Court Orchestra, "Flying Down to Rio," Cowichan Theatre.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• October 21, 10:30 a.m. - Morning Musicale, Cowichan Theatre.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• October 24, 7:30 p.m. - Cowichan Theatre presents National Theatre Live, MacBeth.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• October 26, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. - Halloween Monster Bash.  Info, 250-245-6424.
• October 19, 6:00 p.m. - Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce "Howl," Eagles Hall, 921-1st Ave., Ladysmith
• October 23, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. - Cowichan Culture Speaks Easy Community Launch Celebration, Cowichan Theatre. Info, cowichanculture.ca/speakseasy
• October 26, 9:55 a.m. - Cowichan Theatre presents Live at the Metropolitan Opera, Shastakovich's "The Nose."  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• October 26, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. - Hallowe'en Monster Bash, Ladysmith.  Info, (250) 245-6414
• October 27, all day - Shawnigan/Kinsoll Half Marathon (21.1 km) and Half-a-Half Races (10.5 km).  Information and registration, ceevacs.com
• October 28, 7:00 p.m. - Cowichan Valley Hospice Society presents a Reel Alternatives Film, NO (adios M. Pinochet), Cowichan Theatre.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• November 22, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. - Dive In Cinema presents "Brave!" Frank Jameson Community Center.  Info, 250-245-6424
• November 30 - Sports Day in Canada.  For information on events in Ladysmith contact Sue Glenn, (250) 245-6414, extension 6237
• December 1 - Cinnamon Bun Fun Run, Frank Jameson Community Center.  Info, 250-245-6424
• December 23, 27, 30 and January 2 & 3, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - Christmas break activity days, Frank Jameson Activity Center.  Info, 250-245-6424.

What's Up? A List of Events in Cowichan

Labour Day's behind us and autumn's on our mindsIt's a great time to celebrate our agricultural roots.  From farmers' markets around the valley, to fall fair fun at the Cowichan Exhibition, to wine tasting and fine food at the Cowichan Wine and Culinary Festival, it's all about abundance.  Get out there and sample the bounty our beautiful region has to offer!

 

The new Autumn 2013 Recreation Program and Schedules guide is now available at the Cowichan Aquatic Centre and Fuller Lake Arena. You can find the guide online at http://bit.ly/1bd7ynI

 

The Cowichan News Leader Pictorial is now accepting used book donations for their September fundraiser sale. They are accepting all types of undamaged, current books. Bring your books to the Cowichan News Leader Pictorial office during business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5pm. (Please no drop offs after office hours.)

 

• Ongoing – Penny Drive fundraiser for MS Support Group. Drop off your pennies at the MS Society office, Duncan
• Ongoing – Penny Drive fundraiser in support of four food banks, Wavaw, & The Salvation Army, News Leader Pictorial office, 2-5380 Trans Canada Highway, Duncan
• Ongoing – Frances Kelsey student art show, Whiskey Point Grill, Mill Bay
• Weekdays, beginning September 16 at various locations throughout the Cowichan Valley - Parent-Child Mother Goose, a free, interactive song, rhyme and story time activity.  For information and registration, please contact Margaret Moss Health Center, (250) 709-3050
• June 1 - October 1 - Stage 1 sprinkling regulations are in place for all CVRD water systems.  For more information on regulations contact the CVRD at 250-746-2513 or visit cvrd.bc.ca
• June 11 - October 11 - The Chemainus River Bridge located on Chemainus River near Pinson's Corner (between Swallowfield Rd. and Ashcroft Road) will be closed to all traffic including vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians.
• June 18 - October 26 - Cowichan Valley Intercultural and Immigrant Aid Society Tapestry Gala, Quw'utsun' Cultural and Conference Center, 200 Cowichan Way, Duncan.  Info, 250-748-3112
• August 8 - September 27 - The east side of Holland Creek Trail in Ladysmith will be closed. Info, 250-245-6424.
• September 3, 10:00 a.m. - September 28, 3:00 p.m. - Photography and Gourds, photos by Gary Chilibeck and artwork by Raven Wyntre-Clarkson, Imagine That!, 251 Craig St., Duncan
• September 4 - 18 - Gourlay Janes Park in Ladysmith is closed.
• September 5 - 8, 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. - Cowichan Exhibition, Cowichan Exhibition Grounds, Duncan.  Info, www.cowex.ca
• September 6 to 8, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. - Introduction to permaculture, designing your own property, Cowichan Valley Green Community, 360 Duncan St.  Info, 250-748-8506 
• September 6, 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. (and every Friday) - Art Beat, a weekly art walk and street party, Willow St., Chemainus.  Info, www.cvcas.com
• September 6, 8:00 - 11:00 p.m. - Live music at the Shipyard, Thor and the Thundercats, Shipyard Pub, 6415 Genoa Bay Rd.
• September 7 - 15 - Cowichan Wine and Culinary Festival.  Info, wines.cowichan.net
• September 7, 7:30 a.m. - Cowichan Aquatic Center re-opens.  
• September 7, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. - Island Highland Dance Academy garage sale, Osborne Realty parking lot, Festubert Street, Duncan.  
• September 7 and 8, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. - Vulture Awareness Weekend, Pacific Northwest Raptors, 1877 Herd Rd., Duncan. Info, pnwraptors.com 
• September 7, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (and every Saturday until Thanksgiving) - Honeymoon Bay Outdoor Market, Coffee Mill, Honeymoon Bay 
• September 7, 1:00 p.m - 1:00 a.m. - Farm to Table Picnics & Music in the Vineyard, Blue Grouse Estate Vineyard, 4365 Blue Grouse Rd., Cobble Hill.  Info, 250-732-3834
• September 7, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. - MNP Grape Stomp, Cowichan Exhibition Grounds.  Info, wines.cowichan.net
• September 7, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. - Cowichan Culture Speaks Easy Community Dialogue Session, Mason Hall, Mill Bay. Info, cowichanculture.ca/speakseasy 
• September 7, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. (weekly on Saturdays) - Open Mic, Duncan's Courts Sports Lounge
• September 7, 6:00 - 11:00 p.m. - Damali Sangria Fiesta, 3500 Telegraph Rd., Cobble Hill.  Info, 250-743-4100.
• September 7, 8:30 p.m. - Singer/Songwriter Hope King, Oak and Carriage Pub, Duncan
• September 8, 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Ovarian Cancer Walk of Hope, Cowichan Sportsplex, Chesterfield St., Duncan.  Info, (250) 748-3950
• September 8 (and every Sunday through Oct. 6) 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. - South Cowichan Farmers’ Market, 4485 Trans Canada Highway at Koksilah Rd.
• September 8, 2:00 p.m. (and every Sunday) - Sunday Country Jam, Eagles Lounge, 2965 Boys Rd., Duncan
• September 8, 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. - Sunday Country Jam, Eagles Lounge, 2965 Boys Rd., Duncan
• September 8, 5:30 - 9:00 p.m. - Island Chef's Collaborative - Freedom to Farm Dinner II, Dragon Fly Farm, 4064 Vaux Rd. Info, 240-743-1638
• September 9 - Frank Jameson Community Centre in Ladysmith resumes regular operating schedule.
• September 9, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. - Cowichan Valley Arthritis Support Group, St. John's Church Hall, 486 Jubilee St., Duncan.  Info, 250-748-4395
• September 10, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - Bingo at the Cowichan Valley Seniors Center, 198 Government St., Duncan
• September 10, 12:00 noon (weekly on Tuesdays) - Toastmasters Noon Hour Club, Duncan Travelodge, 140 Trans-Canada Hwy.
• September 10, 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. (and every Tuesday until fall) - Ladysmith Make it, Bake It, Grow It Farmers Market, 1st Ave., Ladysmith
• September 10, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. - Historical Cowichan Bay Village walking tour with Cittaslow Cowichan Bay Society.  Meet at Hecate Park in Cowichan Bay.
• September 10, 7:00 p.m. (weekly on Tuesdays) - Dads Make a Difference, 213 - 80 Station St., Duncan. Info, 250-597-2801
• September 11, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. (continuing weekly on Wednesdays) - Choir with Cari Burdett, all welcome, M'akola Centre, Ts'i'ts'uwatul'Lelum Assisted Living, 5755 Allenby Rd., Duncan.  Info, www.joythroughmusic.com
• September 11, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (and every Wednesday) - Chemainus Wednesday Market, Waterwheel Square, Chemainus.  Info, 250-246-3944
• September 11, 7:00 p.m. (weekly on Wednesdays) - Cowichan Toastmasters Club 950, Duncan Travelodge, 140 Trans-Canada Highway, Duncan.  Info, 250-743-1785
• September 11, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m  - Cowichan Culture Speaks Easy Community Dialogue Session, Twisted Sisters Tearoom, Chemainus.  Info, cowichanculture.ca/speakseasy 
• September 11, 7:00 p.m. (weekly on Wednesdays) - Cowichan Men’s Circle, The Hub, Cowichan Station.  Info, 250-597-2801. 
• September 11, 8:00 p.m. - The Greatest Adventure in History Tour, Duncan Garage Showroom, 201-330 Duncan St.
• September 12, 2:00 p.m. (weekly on Thursdays) - Chronic Pain Self Management Program, MS Society of Canada, 204-394 Duncan St., Duncan.  Info, 1-866-902-3767 (toll free)
• September 12, 2:30 p.m. (weekly on Thursdays) – Multicultural Leadership Group, Duncan United Church, 246 Ingram St.
• September 12, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. (weekly on Thursdays) - Family Choir - 100 Voices for One World, Cari Burdett, 3228A Gibbins Rd., Duncan.  Info, www.joythroughmusic.com
• September 12, 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. - TOPS (Take of Pounds Sensibly) meeting, KIDZ Co., 2-2731 James St.  Info, (250) 748-7548
• September 12, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. (weekly on Thursdays) - Triple P Preteen Parenting Program, Margaret Moss Health Centre, Duncan.  Info, www.triplepvip.ca
• September 12, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. - Discovering Your English Roots, Vancouver Island Regional Library, South Cowichan Branch, 2720 Mill Bay Rd. Info, 250-743-5436
• September 12, 7:00 p.m. (weekly on Thursdays) – Meditation, VIU Cowichan Campus.  Info, 250-710-7594
• September 13 and 14 - Parent and Child Mother Goose Facilitator Training, Crofton Community School, 8017 York Street, Crofton.  Info, (250) 709-3050
• September 13, 8:00 p.m. - Chemainus Theatre Festival presents "A Pretty Girl (A Shayna Maidel), Chemainus Theatre, 9737 Chemainus Rd.  Info, www.chemainustheatre.ca
• September 14 and 15 - Events at Merridale Ciderworks for Cowichan Wine Festival, 1230 Merridale Rd, Cobble Hill. Info, merridalecider.com/events/cowichan-wine-festival-events-merridale 
• September 14, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. - Used book fundraiser, Cowichan News Leader Pictorial, between Buckerfields and the Brick, Duncan
• September 14, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. - Parkinsons Super Walk, Duncan Curling Arena, 3141 Sherman Rd., Duncan.  Info, 604-662-3240
• September 14, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. - Cowichan Culture Speaks Easy Community Dialogue Session, Inspire! Shawnigan Lake. Info, cowichanculture.ca/speakseasy
• September 14, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. - Vancouver Island Trout Hatchery Open House, 1080 Wharncliffe Rd, Duncan.  Info, vancouverisland@gofishbc.com
• September 15, 10:00 a.m. - Terry Fox Run. Various locations. Info, terryfox.org
• September 15, 12:00 noon - 4:00 p.m. - 3rd Annual James Barber fundraiser for Providence Farm, 1843 Tzouhalem Rd., Duncan.  Info, providence.bc.ca
• September 17, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. - Organic Master Gardener Course Info-Session, Cowichan Green Community, 360 Duncan St. Info, 250-748-8506 
• September 17, 6:30 - 7:55 p.m. - Tim's Tuesday free swim, Frank Jameson Community Center, Ladysmith.  Info, 250-245-6424
• September 19, 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. - South End Seniors Social Club, Kerry Park.  Info, glodav@shaw.ca
• September 19, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (and the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month) - Knitting, Crochet, Embroidery and Handwork Group, 3696 Gardner Rd., Saltair
• September 19, 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. - Free Alzheimers/hospice seminar sponsored by Chemainus Health Care Auxillary and BCAHA Vancouver Island Area rep, Chemaius Legion (upstairs), 9775 Chemainus Rd. Info, 250-245-2335
• September 20, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. - Harvest Dance at the Gardens, Community Gardens, High Street, Ladysmith
• September 21, 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. - Peace in the Valley Global Mala Yoga Event, Cowichan Station Hub.  Info, (250) 709-3744.
• September 21, 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. - Duncan United Church Harvest Fair, 246 Ingram St., Duncan.
• September 21, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - St. John's Church, Cobble Hill September Festival, 3295 Cobble Hill Rd., 250-743-3095, info@stjohnscobblehill.ca
• September 21, 7:00 - 11:00 p.m. - CommUNITY Dance, The Hub, Cowichan Station.  Info, (240) 748-7312
• September 21, 7:30 p.m. - Victoria Symphony at the Cowichan Theatre.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1238
• September 22, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. - Duncan Flea Market, Eagles Hall, 2965 Boys Rd, Duncan.  Info, duncanfleamarket@hotmail.com
• September 23, 7:00 p.m. - Cowichan Valley Hospice Society presents a Reel Alternatives Film, The Sapphires.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1238
• September 26, 7:00 p.m. - Cowichan Theatre presents National Theatre Live from London, Othello.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1238
• September 27 - Tour de Rock Spinathon Fundraiser, Frank Jameson Community Center, Ladysmith.  Info, (250) 245-6414, extension 6237
• September 27, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. - Dive In Cinema, Frank Jameson Community Center, Ladysmith. Info, 250-245-6424
• September 28 and 29, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. - Salmon and Mushroom Festival, Lake Cowichan Centennial Hall.  Info, salmonmushroomfestival.com 
• September 28, 7:30 p.m. - One Night Stand in Cowichan Valley with Don Burnstick, Cowichan Theatre. Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1238
• September 28, 8:00 p.m. - The Stand Up Show, Aggie Hall, Ladysmith
• September 30, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - ProD Camp for Kids (ages 5 - 12), Frank Jameson Community Center.  Info, 250-245-6424
• October 5, 9:55 a.m. - Cowichan Theatre presents the Metropolitan Opera in HD, Tchaicovsky's Eugene Onegin.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• October 7, 7:30 p.m. - The Shangi-La Chinese Acrobats, Cowichan Theatre.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244  
• October 8 - November 30, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. - Organic Master Gardeners Course, Cowichan Green Community, 360 Duncan St. Info, 250-748-8506
• October 16, 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. - Dora the Explorer Live! Search for the City of Lost Toys, Cowichan Theatre.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• October 18, 7:30 p.m - Cowichan Theatre and Ballet Victoria present Frankenstein, Cowichan Theatre.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• October 19, 7:30 p.m. - John McDermott Looking Back 20th Anniversary Tour, Cowichan Theatre.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• October 20, 2:30 p.m. - Palm Court Orchestra, "Flying Down to Rio," Cowichan Theatre.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• October 21, 10:30 a.m. - Morning Musicale, Cowichan Theatre.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• October 24, 7:30 p.m. - Cowichan Theatre presents National Theatre Live, MacBeth.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• October 26, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. - Halloween Monster Bash.  Info, 250-245-6424.
• October 19, 6:00 p.m. - Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce "Howl," Eagles Hall, 921-1st Ave., Ladysmith
• October 23, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. - Cowichan Culture Speaks Easy Community Launch Celebration, Cowichan Theatre. Info, cowichanculture.ca/speakseasy
• October 26, 9:55 a.m. - Cowichan Theatre presents Live at the Metropolitan Opera, Shastakovich's "The Nose."  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• October 26, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. - Hallowe'en Monster Bash, Ladysmith.  Info, (250) 245-6414
• October 27, all day - Shawnigan/Kinsoll Half Marathon (21.1 km) and Half-a-Half Races (10.5 km).  Information and registration, ceevacs.com
• October 28, 7:00 p.m. - Cowichan Valley Hospice Society presents a Reel Alternatives Film, NO (adios M. Pinochet), Cowichan Theatre.  Info, cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1244
• November 22, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. - Dive In Cinema presents "Brave!" Frank Jameson Community Center.  Info, 250-245-6424
• December 1 - Cinnamon Bun Fun Run, Frank Jameson Community Center.  Info, 250-245-6424
• December 23, 27, 30 and January 2 & 3, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - Christmas break activity days, Frank Jameson Activity Center.  Info, 250-245-6424.