In the Community

Fall has arrived on Bowen Island. Darkness shrouds early morning and evening ferry departures and arrivals once again.

Legal experts will give a talk on Legacy Giving on October 20.

David Hocking Running for: Councillor Occupation: Semi-retired, consulting How long have you lived on Bowen?: 20 years Who inspires you? (Alive, dead, fictional, local, national, international - anyone): My grandchildren, David Attenborough, Monty Py

Applefest, farmers market and author readings – there's lots happening on Bowen!

Bowen’s new “Baby House” opened with a party September 29.

Last year, CAWES (Coast Animal Welfare & Education Society) put on an educational event called “Ask an Animal Expert” where a panel of two off-island animal experts answered questions from the public.

The best news: Michael Kluckner has agreed to be our speaker at our annual general meeting on October 13, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the community school. Michael is a staunch supporter of heritage policy and practices in B.C.

Surrounded by Bowen artists’ work in the Gallery@Cove Commons, in a room brimming with people, Betty and Thijs Dhont bid the island farewell. The prominent locals, who arrived on Bowen in 1994, are moving full time to Hornby Island.

Editor’s note: this article is adapted from Lynda Lock’s essay on her personal blog. With her consent, it’s been edited for length.

Tickets are on sale at the Bowen Beer and Wine Cellar.