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Bowen biographies at the Archives

Bowen biographies at the Archives

Bowen’s diverse cultural tapestry is woven by the stories of those who have helped to carefully shape it over the years.

A conversation about peace on September 21

On November 16, 1945 the Constitution of UNESCO was signed. Its preamble declares that "since wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the defences of peace must be constructed".

Growing Perennials for Fun and Profit

About 35 years ago John Schroeder graduated from UBC with a degree in Horticulture, a dream, and no money. The dream was to build a wholesale nursery from scratch in Abbotsford.

Life as pilgrimage

What do a move from Bowen Island and a walk on the El Camino road in Spain have in common? As Diane Marshall and Eva DiCasmirro considered their recent experiences, Diane’s move and Eva’s walk, they recognized a commonality.
Bigger! Better! A Bonanza! An event hosted by the Knick Knack Nook and the Bowen Island Library

Bigger! Better! A Bonanza! An event hosted by the Knick Knack Nook and the Bowen Island Library

Two years ago the Knick Knack Nook and the Snug Cove House Society ran a fabulous fund raising event, the proceeds of which went to Snug Cove House.
Congratulations to scholarship recipients!

Congratulations to scholarship recipients!

The Knick Knack Nook has awarded $10,000 in scholarships to Bowen Island students pursuing degrees in environmental sustainability.

On the calendar

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 12 Youth Centre drop-in 6 - 9 p.m. Bowen Island Legion open at 5 p.m Friday night dinner starts at 6:30 p.m. Well-behaved children WELCOME SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 13 Youth Centre drop-in, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Falling into the groove

Falling into the groove

Some things make up for the end of summer ... like getting back in the groove. And who has a better groove to fall in to than the BOWEN ISLAND COMMUNITY CHOIR! Registration has started for the the 2014 Fall Season.
Together, we can make a medical clinic on Bowen a reality

Together, we can make a medical clinic on Bowen a reality

While the idea for a medical clinic took root in the Caring Circle almost two years ago, the decision was taken this year to let it grow in its own part of the garden.

On the calendar

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 5 Youth Centre drop-in 6 - 9 p.m. Bowen Island Community Medical Clinic Society monthly meeting Contact Bud Massender 947-2977 Everyone welcome SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 6 Youth Centre drop-in, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.