Employer Seminar Series #4
2024-07-24 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver) | Fraternal Order of Eagles #2101, 921 !st Avenue, Ladysmith, BC, V9G 1A3, Canada
You’re Invited!
Employer Seminar #4: TogetherBC Poverty Reduction Strategy Employer Actions

Join Minister Sheila Malcolmson as she shares the newly announced TogetherBC Poverty Reduction Strategy with a focus on the latest employment actions!

Following an extensive amount of public and community engagement, the Provincial Government of BC will be announcing new recommended actions in their TogetherBC Poverty Reduction Strategy.
Minister of Social Development and Poverty Reduction, Sheila Malcolmson will be presenting an overview of the newly released TogetherBC Strategy with a focus on the recommended actions employers can take to support poverty reduction with their employees and in the community.
We will also have a presentation from Bonaventure Support Services to learn about their services available that support employees with diversabilities.
This session is the fourth in a series of Employment Seminars as identified in the Town of Ladysmith’s Community Together to End Poverty Hw-nuts’-ulwum Strategy utilizing funds from the Union of BC Municipalities Poverty Reduction Planning and Actions Grant.
This session will offer a presentation with a Q&A followed by a complimentary networking lunch.
Please RSVP on Eventbrite here for lunch.

Tea & Tales at the Ladysmith Museum
2024-07-24 13:30 - 14:30 | British Columbia
Wednesdays from 1:30pm – 2:30pm the Ladysmith Museum is once again hosting the popular series Tea & Tales.
There will be tea and treats followed by a short video and talk with local historian Rob Johnson.

Music off the Dock
2024-07-24 18:30 - 21:00, 2024-07-31 18:30 - 21:00, 2024-08-07 18:30 - 21:00, 2024-08-14 18:30 - 21:00 | British Columbia

Ladysmith Art Gallery: Homebody Collective Art Show
2024-07-26 10:00 - 2024-08-04 16:00 | Ladysmith Gallery, 32 High Street, Ladysmith, British Columbia, Canada

The Mom Market
2024-07-27 11:00 - 15:00 | Transfer Beach

Concerts in the Park
2024-07-28, 2024-08-11, 2024-08-18 | Transfer Beach Amphitheatre

Ladysmith Days
2024-08-03 07:00 - 2024-08-04 23:00 | British Columbia
The Ladysmith Days Merchant Market includes:

Ladysmith Motorsports
Life is Sweet
SilverStream925
Lovely Lavender
Candy Go Co.
Down to Earth
Left Coast Fashion
Havana Lighting
Salish Soap
The Chaotic Little Crow
SweetLegs North Cowichan
Concrete Candle Co.
Paws, Paper & Pretties
Yiru Yiru Baby Shop
Sarah’s Seaglass
Designs by Mary
Gnome It All
Kraj Creations
Ladysmith Pride Society
Sharon’s Stones
Author Brittany Leonard
Kid’s Cupcake
Kiara’s Colourful Creations
Mystic Mountain Shop
Samantha’s Crochet
Laurie A. Macdonald Jewelry
Nadine Reeves Crafts and New to You
Tammy MacCloud Windchimes

Ladysmith Art Gallery: Local Treasures
2024-08-07 10:00 - 2024-08-21 16:00 | Ladysmith Gallery, 32 High Street, Ladysmith, British Columbia, Canada
Explore creative expressions of local treasures in our monthly member show!

Rod Run
2024-08-16 19:00 - 21:00 | British Columbia
Prelude to the famous Ladysmith Downtown Show ‘n’ Shine.
This event features unique vehicles from all over the Island. Ladysmith A&W ROD RUN invites you to come and line the streets to see these magnificent classic and custom cars.Tell your friends and family, get your signs ready and make sure you are cheering loudly.The louder you are the louder the show will be.I have attached the route below. Once we head across the Highway at Coronation Mall, the cruisers will head though Saltair, to the other end of Chemainus and back again, along Chemainus Rd.

Ladysmith's 21st Annual Show n' Shine
2024-08-17 10:00 - 15:00 | British Columbia
Date: Saturday – August 17th, 10AM – 3PM!
Location: Downtown, Ladysmith (First Ave)
Note: No dogs allowed.
If you would like to enter your car into the Show n’ Shine please register at ladysmithshowandshine.ca
Ladysmith Show ‘n Shine 2024 – August 17th, 2024 (ladysmithshowandshine.ca)

“Summer is made even better with the fabulous Show ‘n Shine and the amazing vehicles.”

On the third Saturday in August, First Avenue in downtown Ladysmith on Vancouver Island is lined with various makes and models of beautiful and treasured cars and motorcycles.

The local Kinsmen Club host a beer garden, located in the parking lot of Dunsmuir Square (Kitchener and First Avenues). Along with a cold beer or two, the members will also be BBQ-ing up their famous ribs, a “must stop” for participants and spectators.
The Kinsmen’s Downtown Public Bathroom is also open on First Avenue for those in need, just next to CrossFit.

20th Annual Ladysmith Show 'n' Shine
2024-08-17 10:00 - 16:00 | British Columbia
Hundreds of Classic & Unique Vehicles in a heritage setting
Live music, street entertainment and great concessions only enhance the 20th annual Ladysmith Show ‘n’ Shine. Over 250 classic & Unique Vehicles in heritage downtown Ladysmith. Beer garden too.
More details to follow…

Cowichan Craft Beer & Food Festival
2024-08-17 13:00 - 18:00 | British Columbia
The Cowichan Craft Beer & Food Festival are selling tickets now!
On Saturday August 17 from 1pm – 6pm, try over 100 different beers at the Doc Lewis Park in Chemainus.
Tickets are available online at craftbeerandfoodfest.com
Shuttle tickets are also now available!

LMS – Sea Life Celebration
2024-08-18 11:00 - 15:00 | Transfer Beach
Ladysmith Maritime Society – Sea Life Celebration
FREE EVENT – Come learn all about our sea life from marine biologists and our touch tank displays. Join in the arts and crafts and enjoy free snacks and beverages. Fun for all the family!!!

Date: August 18
Time: 11:00am – 3:00pm
Location: Transfer Beach

Arts on the Avenue
2024-08-24 | British Columbia
Details to follow when available…

Arts on the Avenue Festival / Art Jam
2024-08-24 16:00 - 20:00 | British Columbia
Arts on the Avenue Festival

Welcome to our 26th Annual Arts on the Avenue Festival!
We are celebrating art, all kinds of art, on August 24th, 2024 with our evening Art Jam and August 25th, 2024 with out Arts on the Avenue Market.
It all takes place on First Avenue Ladysmith. Art Jam takes place from 4 PM-8 PM and is designed as a fun family event on a Saturday evening in August. We encourage people to bring the family and enjoy downtown Ladysmith, and art. Art Jam will include a paint competition, live music, kids area and interactive art stations for the whole family to enjoy.
Early on Sunday morning, artists gather with coffee in one hand and original art in the other, ready for you. This festival art market is an art collector’s dream. Wander the street and see what artists have brought this year. From original paintings, jewelry, fabric art, carving, Indigenous-made art and more, you will not be disappointed. The air is filled with music, the streets are lined with art and there is a kids’ art space where young artists create their own one-of-a-kind work to take home! The market on Sunday is from
10 AM-4 PM.
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Curious where you can eat while visiting Ladysmith? During the festival the Ladysmith Lions Club Snack Shack will be onsite. As well, we have so many great local restaurants you can visit. Click the link here to get a google map and list of local restaurants that are open either Saturday and Sunday. We will also post a list at the event. Plan to grab a snack, we have a picnic area under two tents (by the library) where you can bring your takeout and still enjoy the festival.

Stay tuned for more details!

Arts on the Avenue Festival Market
2024-08-25 10:00 - 16:00 | British Columbia
Arts on the Avenue Festival

Welcome to our 26th Annual Arts on the Avenue Festival!
We are celebrating art, all kinds of art, on August 24th, 2024 with our evening Art Jam and August 25th, 2024 with out Arts on the Avenue Market.
It all takes place on First Avenue Ladysmith. Art Jam takes place from 4 PM-8 PM and is designed as a fun family event on a Saturday evening in August. We encourage people to bring the family and enjoy downtown Ladysmith, and art. Art Jam will include a paint competition, live music, kids area and interactive art stations for the whole family to enjoy.
Early on Sunday morning, artists gather with coffee in one hand and original art in the other, ready for you. This festival art market is an art collector’s dream. Wander the street and see what artists have brought this year. From original paintings, jewelry, fabric art, carving, Indigenous-made art and more, you will not be disappointed. The air is filled with music, the streets are lined with art and there is a kids’ art space where young artists create their own one-of-a-kind work to take home! The market on Sunday is from
10 AM-4 PM.
​
Curious where you can eat while visiting Ladysmith? During the festival the Ladysmith Lions Club Snack Shack will be onsite. As well, we have so many great local restaurants you can visit. Click the link here to get a google map and list of local restaurants that are open either Saturday and Sunday. We will also post a list at the event. Plan to grab a snack, we have a picnic area under two tents (by the library) where you can bring your takeout and still enjoy the festival.

Ladysmith Makers Market
2024-08-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Eagles Hall, 921-1st Ave, Ladysmith , Canada

Nanaimo Duncan & District Labour Council Labour Day Picnic
2024-09-02 11:00 - 15:00 | Transfer Beach
Come one, come all to our annual Labour Day Picnic! Join us for live music, face painting, bouncy castles, hot dogs, and Solidarity this Labour Day! Everyone Welcome.

Ladysmith Art Gallery: Magic
2024-09-04 10:00 - 2024-09-18 16:00 | Ladysmith Gallery, 32 High Street, Ladysmith, British Columbia, Canada
Explore the depths of wonder with this month’s art exhibition theme: Magic. Open daily 10 AM – 4 PM

Chamber Business Mixer @ Ladysmith Golf Course
2024-09-11 16:00 - 19:00 | British Columbia
Chamber

44th Annual Terry Fox Run
2024-09-15 10:30 - 13:00 | Frank Jameson Community Centre, 810 6 Ave, Ladysmith, BC, V9G 1N8, Canada
The 44th Annual Terry Fox Run takes place on Sunday, September 15!

Join us at the Frank Jameson Community Centre to run, walk, skate, ride, or wheel for Terry and a great cause.

Register now https://run.terryfox.ca/55526

Fraud Awareness Seminar
2024-09-17 19:00 - 20:00 | British Columbia

Girl Guide Craft and Rummage Sale
2024-09-21 10:00 - 16:00 | Aggie Hall

Oktoberfest
2024-09-21 14:00 - 20:00 | British Columbia
Save the date!
The LDBA is bringing back the beloved Beer Fest Fundraiser on September 21st once more at the High St Ball Park. Early Bird tickets will go on sale starting August 6th!
More information about ticket sales and the event itself can be found at the following link:
https://www.ladysmithdowntown.com/events/oktoberfest/

Ladysmith Little Theatre Presents: Now and Then
2024-09-26 19:30 - 21:30 | Ladysmith Little Theatre
