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SUMMARY:Salt Spring Books And Bling Sale
DESCRIPTION:Books and Bling is Salt Spring Literacy’s biggest annual fundraiser and one of the region’s best places to find gently used books and eclectic jewelry. Expect more than 20\,000 books across 30-plus genres\, a curated bling room with vintage and designer pieces\, and a friendly\, community-first vibe that makes browsing feel like a treasure hunt with your savviest friend. \nKey dates & hours\n\nMembers Preview Night\, Thursday November 6\, 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM (members only).\nPublic sale\, Friday November 7 to Saturday November 8\, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.\nFinal sale day\, Sunday November 9\, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.\n\nWhat to expect at Salt Spring Books And Bling Sale\nYou will find well organized tables of fiction and nonfiction\, a children’s section with bargain prices\, and a Bling Room featuring designer\, vintage and costume jewelry priced from about $2 to $200. Special\, valuable volumes are appraised and displayed separately. All proceeds support Salt Spring Literacy programs for children\, youth\, adults and seniors. \nBooks accepted and not accepted\nAccepted examples\nRecent fiction and literature\, children’s and YA\, arts and crafts\, gardening\, cooking\, biographies\, history\, science\, and more. \nNot accepted examples\nBooks with missing pages\, moldy or damaged books\, textbooks\, workbooks\, dictionaries\, Bibles or other religious texts\, magazines\, and older technical computer books. \nVolunteers and membership\nVolunteers are essential to the sale\, from sorting donations to floor shifts during the event. If you want to help\, sign up early via the Books & Bling volunteer page or email bbsl@saltspringliteracy.org. Membership is $10 and gives access to Preview Night and member buying privileges. \nVisitor tips\n\nArrive early on Friday for the best selection\, or come Sunday for bargain hunting when prices are often lower.\nIf you have jewelry to donate\, wrap small pieces and label anything with provenance if you know it. Appraisals are done onsite for higher-end items.\n\nEvent details\, donation windows\, and volunteer needs are confirmed on the Salt Spring Literacy Books & Bling page. Check their site the week of the event for any last-minute updates.
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LOCATION:Salt Spring Farmers Institute\, 351 Rainbow Rd\, Ganges\, Salt Spring Island\, BC\, Canada.
CATEGORIES:BC,Kids & Family,Literature
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SUMMARY:Salt Spring Farm Stand Light Up Tour
DESCRIPTION:Salt Spring Farm Stand Light Up Tour is a self-guided island drive that turns local farm stands into little holiday lights and market stops. It’s free to visit\, family friendly\, and a lovely way to support growers\, bakers\, and makers while taking a relaxed coastal drive. \nExpect festive displays\, seasonal treats\, and a Meet the Maker day where you can chat with stand owners and learn what’s in season. \nWhat to expect at Farm Stand Light Up Tour\n\nA map-guided\, self-drive route connecting participating farm stands across Salt Spring Island.\nSeasonal treats\, artisan goods\, fresh produce and small pop-up makers at many stands.\nA Meet the Maker day on a designated weekend where producers host drop-in chats and samples.\nA low-key\, community-first vibe that’s perfect for a daytime outing or a twilit drive.\n\nDates and map info\n\nDates: November 30 & December 1\, 14\, 15.\nSpecial “Meet the Makers” hours: December 14 (some stands open 12 PM–3 PM).\nEvening light-up: Some stands remain open late (past 8 PM) during tour weekends.\nStand hours: Vary by farm stand so each stand has its own schedule (check the interactive map).\n\nLocation\n\nVenue: Multiple farm stands across Salt Spring Island\, BC.\nAddress: There’s no single address so you navigate through the interactive map which shows 40+ participating farm stands\, each with its own location.\n\nCost and registration\n\nFree for visitors.\nFarm stands that want to join usually sign up through the Salt Spring Island Farm Stands organizer page.\n\nVisitor tips\nPlan your route ahead and leave extra time for short drives between stands. Parking at smaller stands can be tight so be courteous and patient. Bring a reusable bag for purchases and cash for smaller vendors. If you are attending Meet the Maker\, arrive midday for the best sampling and conversation time. \nConfirm before you go\nDates\, Meet the Maker details and the Light Up map are finalized each year. Check the Salt Spring Island Farm Stands page for the official map and latest 2025 dates.
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LOCATION:Salt Spring Island\, BC\, Canada
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