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The world has been waiting for the MEGA VOLT – well it’s arrived and it’s Mega Awesome! Get charged, get amped and let’s rally the E-Mountain Bike Nation. This is the first ever multi-day eMTB challenge – and we’re gonna “Shock your Minds”!!The first ever Mega Volt will run from October 22-24, 2021 in the mountains of Vancouver Island's Cowichan Valley. Registration is open now, and limited to just 75 riders for its first year. Instead of a standard, point-to-point race,…
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September 2021
Wednesday 8, September
Volunteer Show
Our volunteers work hard to create an inspiring organization. The annual Volunteer Show is back again, as our BIG thank you to all the hardworking members who make CVAC as great as it is. The show will be hosted in our studio space for three weeks, from September 8th to 29th.
Find out more »Thursday 30, September
Surrounded by Water
The Cowichan Valley Arts Council is inviting fine artists from all over Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands to submit their artwork to an exhibit and sale, called Surrounded by Water. The title is the definition of an island.
Find out more »October 2021
Sunday 3, October
Special Event with Local Indigenous Plant Experts
Meet authors Dr. Luschiim Arvid Charlie and Nancy J. Turner at a talk and book signing for Luschiim’s Plants: Traditional Indigenous Foods, Materials and Medicines ($29.95, Harbour Publishing). The Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre will host the outdoor event on Sunday, October 3 from 3-4pm. Please dress for the weather, wear a mask and bring your own coffee cup if you would like a drink. The book will also be available for purchase. Luschiim’s Plants is an unprecedented collection of botanical…
Find out more »Wednesday 13, October
Reflections
Cowichan Valley artists Astrid Notte and Doreen Green come together and showcase a collection of their works.
Find out more »Friday 22, October
BCBR Mega Volt E-Bike Race Comes To Cowichan
The world has been waiting for the MEGA VOLT – well it’s arrived and it’s Mega Awesome! Get charged, get amped and let’s rally the E-Mountain Bike Nation. This is the first ever multi-day eMTB challenge – and we’re gonna “Shock your Minds”!!The first ever Mega Volt will run from October 22-24, 2021 in the mountains of Vancouver Island's Cowichan Valley. Registration is open now, and limited to just 75 riders for its first year. Instead of a standard, point-to-point race,…
Find out more »Friday 29, October
Wildlife: Wood Art of Todd McAneeley
Creative woodworker Todd McAneeley is presenting his glorious furnishings, mirrors and wall art, all inspired by animals and natural scenes.
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