On Sept. 14 Transition Salt Spring is hosting a webinar on food preservation.
Gardening expert Linda Gilkeson will present "Fresh Storage, Easy Freezing & Dehydrating" from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
The presentation will be on Zoom. Attendees can pay what they can.
Gilkeson is a best selling author and Master Gardener, along with having a PhD.
The presentation is from 3-5 p.m. To register go to https://tinyurl.com/Store-Your-Food
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Cowichan Valley Youth Services' annual general meeting on Sept. 16 at Duncan United Church will feature a presentation by youth mental health expert Dr. Brendan K. Hartman.
"What do preteens and teens most want adults to understand? Why does listening to their voices matter now more than ever? These questions will take centre stage," said a press release for the event.
Hartman is a sociologist, educator, and consultant, and will deliver the talk: “What Preteens & Teens Wish You Knew – And Why We Need Their Wisdom More Than Ever.”
"This keynote invites the community to reflect on how to better support young people’s social and emotional well-being in today’s changing world," said the release.
“Mental health outcomes for this generation of youth are some of the most concerning ever,” said Hartman. “Gen Z is one of the most politically and romantically divided generations ever by gender. Teenagers want more guidance, even if they don’t ask.”
Attendees will walk away knowing more about teens' emotional development, the wisdom they have to offer, and how to support their resilience, said the release.
“This gathering is an opportunity to hear directly from a leading voice on youth well-being, while also learning more about the impact of CVYS in our community,” said Zoe Lauckner, executive director of CVYS. “It’s a chance to come together, reflect, and shape how we stand with youth in the Cowichan Valley.”
Following the keynote at 6 p.m., the AGM will begin at 7:30 p.m. Admission is by donation — free if cost is a barrier. Registration is encouraged at www.cvyouth.ca/agm
For more than 53 years, CVYS has provided free, accessible mental health support to youth and their caregivers throughout the Cowichan region. The AGM is an open invitation for community members to learn more about this work, connect with others who care about youth, and discover ways to get involved.
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The Cowichan Valley Rotary Clubs have chosen their first raffle winner, and there's more where that came from.
Earlier this year, the Rotary Clubs of the Cowichan Valley came together to support the purchase of medical equipment for the new Cowichan District Hospital. The Rotary Clubs launched the Cowichan District Hospital 50/50 Raffle, and on Aug. 21, the first monthly winner was chosen.
Ron Rice was the lucky recipient. He was born in the Cowichan District Hospital and raised in the Cowichan Valley. Rice now lives in Victoria where he manages a non-profit. The winner’s share of the raffle proceeds was $2,645.
The 50/50 Hospital Raffle is live once again, with the next draw on Sept. 21. Tickets are sold online at www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/rotaryclubofduncan.
"The Cowichan Valley Rotary Clubs — Ladysmith, Chemainus, Duncan Daybreak, South Cowichan, Shawnigan Eco and Duncan — thank the raffle’s many supporters and wish everyone success in the next draw," said a press release from the group.
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The Duncan branch of the Vancouver Island Regional Library is hosting a book launch and herbal medicine workshop on Thursday, Sept. 23.
"Join us for an outdoor book launch and herbal medicine workshop with author Sheila Wray and Quw'utsun Elder Della Rice Sylvester," said a press release for the event. "All are welcome to come and listen to stories, medicinal knowledge and plant wisdom from two worlds."
The event will be held outdoors rain or shine, so dress for the weather. Attendees will meet in the lobby of the Cowichan Community Centre by the box office in Duncan. The event is free to attend and there is no registration required.
Wray's book is Wildcraft Medicine: In the Presence of Wonder. Copies will be available for sale at the event.
The launch and workshop start at 2:30 p.m. and run until 4:30 p.m.
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The Tzouhalem Spinners and Weavers Guild is holding their Weavers and More show and sale on Oct. 16 to 18.
The full three-day event will be held at the Cowichan Valley Arts Council studio in the Cowichan Community Centre in Duncan.
"This is the perfect opportunity to purchase directly from amazing local artisans, quality crafted gifts for someone special including yourself! Be sure to pick up some handwoven, handspun, and knit treasures such as our always popular 100 per cent cotton woven tea towels, table linens, woven rugs, hats, scarves, baby blankets, handspun yarn and much, much more," said a press release for the event.
"Come out and meet some of our talented guild members and watch a weaving or spinning demonstration while you shop; you won’t want to miss it!"
The show runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Oct. 16 and 17 and noon until 4 p.m. on Oct. 18.
Visit the guild website at www.tzouhalemspinnersweaversguild.com or contact Janine at 250-929-2700 for more information.
