Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce

Fine Craft Show Opening Reception 2022 @ the Ladysmith Art Gallery
2022-05-07 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Ladysmith Art Gallery, 32 High Street, Ladysmith, BC, V9G 1A4, Canada
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WorkBC / Chamber Job Fair
2022-05-11 10:00 - 13:00 | British Columbia

Cowichan Sport and Recreation Fair
2022-05-14 | British Columbia
CVRD Sports Tourism and Cowichan Sportsplex are excited to announce our First Annual Sport and Recreation Day! Local sports clubs and organizations will be on hand at this interactive and fun for all ages day at the Sportsplex, providing lots of hands (or feet!) on activities! Come try an activity you’ve been curious about. Talk with sport pros. There will also be large scale demonstrations of sports (think equestrian, cycling, archery, disc golf etc) in centre field. Sport celebrities and media personalities will be on hand. Lots more details to come!

Date
May 14, 2022

Time
All Day

Location
Cowichan Sportsplex
Duncan, BC

Cost
Free to the public

RCL Branch 171 Dance
2022-05-14 19:00 - 22:00 | Royal Canadian Legion Branch 171, 621 1st Avenue, Ladysmith, BC, V9G1A2 , Canada

Glen Foster In Concert
2022-05-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Ladysmith Waterfront Art Gallery, 610 Oyster Bay Drive, Ladysmith , BC, Canada
Glen Foster is a “do-it-all-myself” kind of guy. He is an accomplished singer songwriter, music producer, entertainer, multi-instrumentalist and president of his own companies Rescue Records, and Parent Publishing and Productions.
He has been performing professionally for more than 40 years and has released 9 original albums featuring his own compositions, many of which include self-produced music videos. In 2021 The Spirit Of Christmas C

D and a live album entitled Feelin’ Alive! were both released internationally and are available on all major distribution platforms.
Foster is no stranger to large crowds and the rigors of touring. He was front man of his own band called Falcon, signed with Quality Records in the 80s, and lead guitarist for several years with WEA’s Ray Materick of ‘Linda Put The Coffee On’ fame.
Foster was a professional music teacher for over 20 years. He has studied rock, jazz, Chet Atkins finger style, Hawaiian, and classical guitar, having been awarded two silver medals from the Royal Conservatory of Music.

Ladysmith Blood Donation Event
2022-06-01 12:00 - 18:30 | Bethel Pentecostal Tabernacle, 1149 4th Avenue, Ladysmith, BC, V9G 1A3, Canada
Please help us fill all appointments during this time of immediate need. We are back in Ladysmith at the Bethel Church on Wednesday, June 1 from 12noon to 6:45pm.
Appointments only at this time — book yours online at blood.ca, by downloading the GiveBlood app or by calling 1-888-2DONATE (1-888-236-6283). Thank you for keeping Canada’s Lifeline going!

Website:
https://www.blood.ca/en

Link to Facebook event posting:
https://fb.me/e/1Bmlk6BrO
My contact details are:
Patricia Willms
patricia.willms@blood.ca
Cell: 250-661-8216

Ladysmith Art Gallery presents: ABSTRACT
2022-06-04 11:00 - 16:00 | Ladysmith Art Gallery, 32 High Street, Ladysmith, BC, V9G 1A4, Canada

Clanna Morna In Concert
2022-06-11 07:00 - 21:00 | Aggie Hall
Jun 11, 7:00 p.m.
Aggie Hall, 1110 1st Ave, Ladysmith, BC V9G, Canada

About the Event

Hailing from the stolen territories of the Songhees, Esquimalt and WSÁNEĆ nations (Victoria, BC in Canada), Clanna Morna brings their take on the Celtic Traditional genre to the west coast. Their sound is rooted in the traditional Irish, Scottish and English music that many love, and features carefully crafted arrangements, rhythmic spirited energy and captivating storytelling. Comprised of an ensemble of multi-instrumentalists, their excellent musicianship and attention to detail create a unique sound. Members of Clanna Morna have been arranging and performing traditional Celtic and original music for over a decade in other projects, sharing their melodic arrangements and stories both internationally and locally.

Marine Garage Sale & BBQ
2022-06-11 10:00 - 14:00 | British Columbia

Historically Speaking Series: Free talk on local shipwreck
2022-06-16 19:00 - 20:00 | British Columbia
Free talk on local shipwreck: Thurs, June 16, 7 pm
Historically Speaking Series presents via ZOOM The Robert Kerr: from global trader to coastal collier presented by David Hill-Turner this Thursday, June 16, 2022, 7pm. Free.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87500062348
Meeting ID: 875 0006 2348
Since 1911, the remains of the Robert Kerr have rested on a reef just north of Thetis Island’s Pilkey Point. Launched in 1866, she roamed the world’s oceans. Damaged while being towed to Burrard Inlet, she achieved fame as “the ship that saved Vancouver” during the 1886 fire that destroyed much of the new city. This is a story of a ship associated with people and events that helped shape Canada in the 19th century. David has worked with museums, marine industry, government and universities preparing and presenting a variety of interpretative programs about maritime history. For many years, he worked in national parks and historic sites, and he recently retired as the Nanaimo Museum’s curator. He is a past president of the Underwater Archaeological Society of BC and the current president of the Nanaimo Historical Society.

LMS Jazz on the Dock
2022-06-16 19:00 - 21:00 | British Columbia

Ladysmith Chamber Memorial Golf Classic
2022-06-17 12:00 - 19:30 | British Columbia

LMS Dine on the Dock
2022-06-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Ladysmith Maritime Society, 610 Oyster Bay Drive, Ladysmith, BC, Canada
2022 Dine on the Dock (DoD)– Dates, Menus and Tickets:
Welcome back to Dine on the Dock: Alfresco Dining near the water on our Social Dock!
This year, all Dine on the Dock evenings will have live musicians adding to the ambience.
And just in case the weather won’t cooperate, our tent should keep you dry.

All DoD events will feature an LMS Cash Bar, offering wine, beer, cider and a variety of soft drinks between 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm.
All proceeds will be used to support the MOSS Sailing Program to pay for hosting the MOSS instructors and helping with course fees.
For online bookings: https://tickets.lmsmarina.ca
Our 2022 DoD Musicians:

Al Seaman, Vancouver Island – background guitar and vocal. A Vancouver Island balladeer with an easy listening style. Playing classic Pop songs that everyone knows and sings along to.
Robbie Hancock, Singer/Songwriter, Ladysmith.
Dennis Atkins, Singer/guitar player, deep rooted Canadian, repertoire of

golden oldies to music of the day.

Sarah Leo, Singer/Songwriter, Ladysmith – background guitar and vocal.

For more info about the artists check out https://www.facebook.com/LadysmithMaritimeSociety.

Hill Dash and Running of the Balls
2022-06-18 | British Columbia
LDBA, LRCA have set the Hill Dash and Running of the Balls events to June 18, as part of the Hometown Tourism event in Ladysmith on Fathers Day weekend.
Stay tuned for further details!

Ladysmith & Area HomeTown Tourist Weekend
2022-06-18 - 2022-06-19 | British Columbia
TAKE 5 heads up this popular annual campaign that brings together activities and events with fun in mind. Lace-up your running shoes, grab your water bottle and camera and get ready to play HomeTown Tourist on Father’s Day Weekend, June 18-19, 2022. See below for the events and activities all in and around Ladysmith. Make sure you visit our website and follow us on Facebook for specials, discounts and the latest updates as more events come online. We can’t wait for HomeTown Tourist Weekend to begin!
We live in a community renowned for its natural beauty, waterfront, friendly people, arts, history and festivals! We invite you to discover our Central Vancouver Island communities of Ladysmith, Cassidy, Cedar, South Nanaimo, Saltair and Chemainus.
June 18
Citrus Cycles June 14-18, Get a FREE ebike test ride when you book an appointment online, citruscycles.ca/rentals, 9778 Willow St., Chemainus, 250-245-0402
Sealegs Kayaking Rent 1 Kayak or SUP for 1 hour and get a 2nd kayak or SUP rental of the same value for the same hour FREE! Transfer Beach Ladysmith, SealegsKayaking.com, 250-245-4096
JoVic Pottery 11am-4pm, Studio & Showroom Open House, 4781 Shell Beach Rd. Ladysmith, 250-245-8728
Ladysmith Golf Club– 380 Davis Rd., Ladysmith 250-245-7313 $17. for all day golf $12. for 9 holes.
Ironworks Café and Creperie, 9am-3pm, 2 for 1 Special Cinnamon Bun Crepe $12.50, Special for Ladysmith location 422 Esplanade Ave., ironworkscafe.ca
Ladysmith Museum 10am-4pm, New pop-up display + activities, 721 First Ave., 250-245-0423
Harbour tours with LMS, 10:30am, 2pm by request only, call 250-245-1146, $40/ family $15/ adult $7.50/ child, 611 Oyster Bay Drive, www.lmsmarina.ca
Frank Jameson Community Centre 2 for 1 admission with coupon. Ladysmith.ca
The Wheatsheaf Pub June 18, Lunch & Afternoon Live Music, Drink Specials, 1866 Cedar Rd.
Purple Pigeon Treasures 10am-4pm, Store wide sale 30% off, 440 First Ave. Ladysmith, Purplepigeontreasures.com
Walk in the Woods June 18, 10am-1pm, Join us for a “get to know the plant” walk in your local forest. We will poke around the underbrush together and enjoy some fresh air! Bring water and a snack. NOTE: We will be meeting at the end of Whiting Way, located off of Yellow Point Road. Before beginning the walk there will be a lecture on harvesting ethics and safety. This lecture has a $30 fee and will be followed by a free educational plant walk. To register www.champagnehillbotanicals.ca/events
Camera Walk with Bob Burgess June 18, 1pm-4pm, Nanaimo Fish Hatchery Trail. Registration required email: editor@take5.ca
Ladysmith Health Food Store June 18, 10am-5pm, In-Store Specials, 531 First Ave., Ladysmith, 250-245-2123
Kids Zone & Bouncy Castle June 18, 11am-1pm, Hosted by John Surtees eXp Realty, LRCA , 630 2 Ave., 250-713-7253
Yellow Point Farms Live music Saturday afternoon ‘Woodley Range Band’, Coffee & Tea samples from ‘Whistling Whale’, Frozen Yogurt made with YP Farms fruit & the petting farm is open with new baby goats, 4756 Yellow Point Rd. Ladysmith, Yellowpointfarms.com, 250-619-9155
Top Drawer Boutique June 18, 10am-4pm, 20% off High Quality New & Slightly Used consignment, 411 First Ave. Ladysmith. the-top-drawer.ca
Transfer Beach Food Trucks 11am-7pm Schedule: facebook.com/transferbeachfoodtruckconcession
Ladysmith Little Theatre Open House June 18, Noon-4pm, 4985 Christie Rd., ladysmiththeatre.com
Kids’ Pirate Day June 18, 10am-3pm, Ladysmith Maritime Society Marina, 611 Oyster Bay Drive, www.lmsmarina.ca
Art of Brewing “Show & Tell” Wine, Beer & Cider kits on display. Tour the shop to see the beer and wine making process & enter to win a FREE wine kit, #15 -1156 Rocky Creek Rd. Ladysmith, artofbrewing.com
Hill Dash- Hosted by the LDBA, 11am High Street and First Ave. Relay teams register online at Ladysmith Hill Dash or in person at CrossFit Ladysmith, 521 First Avenue.
Running of the Balls- LRCA Fundraiser 12:30pm High Street and First Ave. $5 tickets available at the LRCA office, 250-245-3079 WIN a chance at three cash prizes valued at $500, $300 & $100.
Roberts St Pizza Opens early at 12noon, 20 Roberts St. Ladysmith, 250-245-1119
Fox & Hounds Pub- Restaurant– 11 High St., Ladysmith 250-924-1747 $6. for a pint of local draft beer.
June 19
Ladysmith Golf Club– 380 Davis Rd., Ladysmith 250-245-7313 $17. for all day golf $12. for 9 holes.
Frank Jameson Community Centre 2 for 1 admission with coupon. Ladysmith.ca
Sealegs Kayaking Rent 1 Kayak or SUP for 1 hour and get a 2nd kayak or SUP rental of the same value for the same hour FREE! Transfer Beach Ladysmith, SealegsKayaking.com, 250-245-4096
Ironworks Café and Creperie, 9am-3pm, 2 for 1 Special Cinnamon Bun Crepe $12.50, Special for Ladysmith location 422 Esplanade Ave., ironworkscafe.ca
Ladysmith Museum 10am-4pm, New pop-up display + activities, 721 First Ave., 250-245-0423
Harbour tours with LMS, 10:30am, 2pm by request only, call 250-245-1146, $40/ family $15/ adult $7.50/ child, 611 Oyster Bay Drive, www.lmsmarina.ca
Happy Father’s Day event 11am-2pm, “SMOKIES FOR THE LOCIE” Smokie or Hot Dog & Drink Special, BOX CAR FAMILY ACTIVITIES; Make a Father’s Day Card, Paint a Railway Spike, Play a Game, 614 Oyster Bay Drive at Heritage Place, the Comox Logging & Railway Rail yard, Locomotive Shop & First Aid shed, Ladysmith & District Historical Society Industrial Heritage Committee, 250-245-3075
Yellow Point Farms Live music Saturday afternoon ‘Woodley Range Band’, Coffee & Tea samples from ‘Whistling Whale’, Frozen Yogurt made with YP Farms fruit & the petting farm is open with new baby goats, 4756 Yellow Point Rd. Ladysmith, Yellowpointfarms.com, 250-619-9155
Transfer Beach Food Trucks 11am-7pm Schedule: facebook.com/transferbeachfoodtruckconcession
Purple Pigeon Treasures 10am-4pm, Store wide sale 30% off, 440 First Ave. Ladysmith, Purplepigeontreasures.com
JoVic Pottery 11am-4pm, Studio & Showroom Open House, 4781 Shell Beach Rd. Ladysmith, 250-245-8728
Roberts St Pizza Opens early at 12noon, 20 Roberts St. Ladysmith, 250-245-1119
Carol’s Crafters Artisan Craft Sale June 19, 10am-3pm, North Oyster Community Centre 13467 Cedar Road, exligh@shaw.ca
Art of Brewing “Show & Tell” Wine, Beer & Cider kits on display. Tour the shop to see the beer and wine making process & enter to win a FREE wine kit, #15 -1156 Rocky Creek Rd. Ladysmith, artofbrewing.com
Herbal Tincture Workshop June 19, 10:30am-12:30pm, Learn how to make your own herbal tinctures! A tincture is a herbal remedy that uses alcohol to extract the desired properties of a plant. NOTE: We will be meeting at Champagne Hill Botanicals shop, Bring at least four 125 to 250 ml mason jars to take your tinctures home in! This workshop has a $75 fee (includes cost of materials). ****If this event has less than 5 registrants it will be cancelled. To register www.champagnehillbotanicals.ca/events
Cedar Farmers’ Market June 19, 10am-2pm, The perfect place for a Father’s Day stroll & a last-minute gift! 85+ vendors and many expert artisans. 1984 Woobank Rd., Cedar, cedarfarmersmarket.org
Heritage Boat Festival June 19, 9am-3pm, Ladysmith Maritime Society Marina, 611 Oyster Bay Drive, www.lmsmarina.ca
Fox & Hounds Pub- Restaurant– 11 High St., Ladysmith 250-924-1747 $6. for a pint of local draft beer.

LMS Kid's Pirate Day
2022-06-18 10:00 - 15:00 | Ladysmith Maritime Society, 610 Oyster Bay Drive, Ladysmith, BC, Canada
2022 Details coming soon

LMS Heritage Boat Festival
2022-06-19 09:00 - 15:00 | Ladysmith Maritime Society, 610 Oyster Bay Drive, Ladysmith, BC, Canada
2022 Details Coming Soon…

Happy Father's Day Event
2022-06-19 11:00 - 14:00 | British Columbia

Longest Day of Play Block Party
2022-06-20 17:00 - 19:00 | British Columbia

National Indigenous Peoples Day
2022-06-21 10:00 - 15:00 | British Columbia

A Night of Fashion
2022-06-23 19:00 - 21:00 | British Columbia
Help raise some money for the arts, enjoy a fashion show and bid on some fun previously loved clothing in our unique silent auction. Enjoy the muscial talents of Sarah Leo while you mingle and place your bids. Some refreshments will be provided.

Event Details:

7pm – mingle and look at the previously loved but gently worn clothing that were donated by our members. Each clothing item will have a item number and a bag attached to the hanger. Write you name bidding number and best bid on a slip of paper and place your bid in the bag of the item you wish to bid on. When the auction closes the highest bid in each bag wins.
8pm – Auction is closed and volunteers will start going through the bids. While this is going on, enjoy a fashion show with outfits provided by The Top Drawer Consignment Store. All items in the fashion show are availale for sale at Top Drawer after the event.
After the fashion show stay for some more music, mingling and winning bid announcements.
If you win a bid, collect your item and pay at the desk. We accept credit cards, cash, debit, and cheques.
Event ends between 9-9:30pm

Sponsored and supported by The Top Drawer Consignment Store. Thank you Roxane for your support!

Canada Day at Transfer Beach
2022-07-01 00:00 - 23:59 | British Columbia

Canada Day 2022 Celebrations
2022-07-01 08:00 - 17:00 | British Columbia
Canada Day 2022 Celebrations
Ladysmith, June 17, 2022 – The Town of Ladysmith is pleased to return to our annual Canada Day celebrations at Transfer Beach Park following a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic.
On Canada Day, we come together to celebrate and shine a light on our country’s diversity, inclusion and whatever it is that makes you proud!
New for 2022, the festivities kick-off in the morning with a free pancake breakfast hosted by the Ladysmith Kinsmen Club.
The official ceremony begins at 11 am at the ampitheatre with the dignitaries welcome.
The Town is once again grateful to the Stz’uminus Young Wolves Dancers who will be performing as part of the event.
Settle into your seats for live music starting at 11:30 am featuring Nate Harris followed by Robbie Hancock.
As part of the celebrations, we will be offering cupcakes from the Old Town Bakery.
In addition to the celebrations, the community is invited to tour the park as view some of the recent improvements.
The Spray Park was recently refurbished with a new rubber surface as part of a BC Tire Stewardship grant.
The Town also has completed work on the Transfer Beach public washroom and picnic shelter upgrades.
We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada through the Department of Canadian Heritage.
For the latest news and updates, visit the Town’s website at www.ladysmith.ca, as well as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
You can also receive up-to-date information in your email inbox by subscribing to the Town’s newsletter.

Ladysmith Art Gallery presents: West Coast Architecture Exhibition
2022-07-02 11:00 - 16:00 | 444 Parkhill terrace, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC, Canada

One Love Festival
2022-07-02 12:00 - 20:00 | British Columbia
One Love Festival Canada

One Love Festival Canada third edition 2022

TRANSFER BEACH PARK Ladysmith BC This centrally located seaside park is a major gathering spot for activities and community events.
THE ONE LOVE MUSIC FESTIVAL
At the large amphitheater. With live bands-DJ’s-Food trucks & vendors. Free all ages.
Located just off the Trans Canada Highway. The place to be on July second 2022
You have to bring your dancing shoes for this third edition of the One Love Festival with OMOLARA – MAFFIE AND THE VOLCANO CHEKO – PHONOSONICS – POZITIVE REBELLION – DJ BASS LION GARDEN CITY DUB CLUB .

Ladysmith Museum 10th Anniversary Celebration
2022-07-07 16:00 - 18:00 | British Columbia

LMS Dine on the Docks
2022-07-08 19:00 - 21:00 | British Columbia
Think of Music on the Dock as a 2-hour Concert on the Water
Sit back, relax while enjoying live music with a refreshing beverage in your hand and close friends by your side.
Tickets $15 each Click here to purchase tickets
2022 Schedule
Concert begins at 7 p.m.
Bar open from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
July 8 – Topazz Music, Jazz – Vancouver Island
July 22 – Reg and Lynne Dickson – Sunshine Coast
August 12 – Copper Canyon Band – Vancouver Island
August 26 – Terry Boyle and Ceilidh Briscoe – Vancouver Island Celtic and folk
See Bio’s below
Topaza Jazz, July 8
Our vocalist – Gina Allan
Two superb guitar players – Jerry Schneider/ Bill Dellert
On bass guitar – Dean Williams
On drums – Allan Clark
We definitely get toes tapping and heads swaying…. Our ever-increasing repertoire includes over 40 tunes from the Great American Songbook from the 1930’s-60’s with the addition of some popular Latin melodies. i.e., Quando, Quando, Meditation, Mac the Knife, Fly Me to The Moon, to name a few.
Reg and Lynne Dickson, July 22
Well known and popular Sunshine Coast musicians, Reg and Lynne Dickson have been performing together since they met … many years ago. They truly love playing for and entertaining folks with their unique blend of folk, country, pop, jazz and original tunes. They are known for their close harmonies and big hearts and their performances are laced with an infectious sense of humour.
Over the years Reg and Lynne have produced two albums, written many songs, children’s musicals, conducted choirs, led groups of guitar players, sang with The Creek Big Band as well as Definitely Diva. Their music has been published by Cypress Choral and they were awarded Citizen of the Year twice on the Sunshine Coast for their community work.
They will have you laughing, singing along and swaying to familiar songs that we all love
Copper Canyon Band, August 12
The Copper Canyon Band takes our audiences through the 60’s & 70’s, recreating their favourite songs in Old Country and Early Rock’N’Roll music. In a lively show, we are proud to bring you timeless wonders from artists like, Patsy Cline, Hank Williams, Roy Orbison, The Mavericks, The Beach Boys, The Everly Brothers, Dwight Yoakam, The Beatles and a very special tribute to the King of Rock’N’Roll himself Elvis Presley!
Music to suit everyone’s taste, that will have our guests either tapping their feet, or dancing from the very first song to the last one!
Terry Boyle and Ceilidh Briscoe, August 26
Terry Boyle is a much travelled singer/songwriter from Dublin, Ireland, now living in Ladysmith. With a vast repertoire of Celtic songs, some teary, some cheery, some sing-along and some from the archives, Terry has a song or story for almost every occasion. As a songwriter Terry’s style is varied, evolving and always entertaining. Using a variety of tunings and finger-pickings, his songs are both autobiographical and descriptive of both past and present. Terry looks forward to chatting and singing to you, with you and, maybe about you or somebody you know. Following “Terry Boyle,” his first CD of original songs, Terry released a 7 song CD, “Life’s Too Short” in November 2018. Ceilidh Briscoe, from Victoria, BC, is a five time North American Fiddle Champion, an All-Ireland Fiddle Champion, and studied for six years with the fabulous 5 time All-Ireland Champion, Brian Conway. Ceilidh is proud to have performed in Ireland, the UK, Scandinavia, Germany, China, and across North America with the world renowned “Riverdance.” Together, Terry and Ceilidh present a dynamic range of songs and tunes in the style of an intimate kitchen concert. Usually exhilarating and free-flowing, sometimes mellow and thoughtful, but always hugely entertaining and engaging, this exciting duo is not to be missed.

Chemainus Street Market
2022-07-09 08:00 - 15:00 | British Columbia

Festival Afloat
2022-07-12 19:00 - 21:00 | British Columbia
Summer is here, and the ocean is calling. We’re so excited to invite you to another year of Festival Afloat!
On Tuesday, July 12th, RAVEN & SCOUT presents Festival Afloat Salish Sea Tour in the waters just off Ladysmith at Transfer Park. Paddlers will again surround the Providence, a gorgeous wooden sailing ship that will serve as the ‘stage’ for the evening’s performance.
Award-nominated Xaayda (Haida) singer-songwriter, sound-creator, loop poet, philosopher and interdisciplinary artist Vira ‘Ms.PAN!K’ Danyk creates soul-full acoustic melodies, experimental soundscapes, indie-Indigenous Hip Hop Soul & improvised live PA. Ms. Pan!k now calls Tofino and the ancestral lands of the Tla-o-qui-aht Nation home base.
This year’s concerts are in support of Heiltsuk and Gitxaala Nation’s legal challenges. Tickets are by sliding scale donations
Get tickets: https://fundraise.raventrust.com/…/festival…/e405731
