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Groups
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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
Monday-9:15am - AA Woman's meeting, 111 Miller Rd
Tuesday-7:15pm, B.I. Tuesday Group-United Church
Wednesday-7:15pm Al Anon, 1126 Miller Rd
Friday-7:15pm B.I. Friday Group, 111 Miller Rd
ABBEYFIELD HOUSE OF BOWEN ISLAND SOCIETY
604-947-9373 / Fax 604-947-0374
Supportive housing for seniors.
BOWEN ISLAND AMBULANCE SERVICE
Emergency 911
Stn: 604-947-2594 / Fax: 604-947-0621 /
The BC Ambulance Service maintains Station 225 here on
Bowen. The station is staffed with paramedics every day of
the year. Full training and statistics can be found at
www.apbc.ca
British Columbia Ambulance Service
1034 Miller Rd, Box 99
Bowen Island, B.C. V0N-1G0
BOWEN ISLAND ARTS COUNCIL
604-947-2454
Since 1987 the Bowen Island Arts Council has coordinated
classical music and jazz, visual and literary events. For
information on the Bowen Island Arts Festival look for our
web site: www.biac.ca
biac@vcn.bc.ca
BOWEN ISLAND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
604-947-9024 / Fax 604-947-0633 For information
regarding island tourism, our member accommodations, member
benefits and Chamber initiatives to support small and
home-based business please call our office. Join the Chamber
and share in our mission to enhance sustainability of our
local economy, culture and community. PO Box 199.
www.bowenisland.org
info@bowenisland.org
BOWEN ISLAND COMMUNITY CHOIR
Ellen McIntosh, Director 604-947-2211
Mary Bentley, Manager 604-947-2464
All adults and teens are welcome to join in singing a
mix of classical and contemporary music. The choir is a
non-profit society dedicated to promoting interest and
education in the skill of choral singing for the enjoyment
of its members and the community as a whole. Mondays
7:15-9:30 September to May.
BOWEN ISLAND COMMUNITY FAIR ASSOCIATION
604-947-2650
BICFA is a non-profit organization made up of volunteers who
plan and present Bowfest, a traditional end of summer
celebration that involves local participation and serves as
a fundraiser for various island organizations. Persons
interested in becoming involved or helping out, please
contact Colleen Molineux.
hahahappy@hotmail.com
BOWEN ISLAND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
432 Cardena Road PO Box 18
604-947-9024 (leave message)
www.bowenfoundation.com
bowenfoundation@shaw.ca
The Bowen Island Community Foundation, a non-governmental
community foundation was founded in 2003 and consists of a
7-member Board of Directors who are responsible for the
overall policies and practices of the Foundation. Our
Mission is To enrich the quality of life on Bowen by:
Attracting, devloping and managing permanent endowment funds
through responsible stewardship. Assessing and responding to
existing, emerging and changing community needs through
grants to eligible organizations. Providing a way for
individuals and organizations with varied interests and
levels of financing to contribute back to their community
both during and after their lifetime. GIVE BACK TO
BOWEN.
BOWEN ISLAND CONSERVANCY
604-947-0483
Sue Ellen Fast, Chair
Protects and restores the unique natural settings of Bowen
Island, neighbouring islets and surrounding waters through
working with land holders and others. To inquire about
making a gift to nature, protecting the special natural
features of your land into the future, or to get involved in
Bowen Conservancy activities, contact us. PO Box 301.
BOWEN ISLAND DISABILITY COALITION
604-947-0578 (voice) Susan Bell
sbellwalker@aol.com
Citizens working to ensure that Bowen Island is a caring and
accessible place for all. Current activities include:
educating for accessible buildings, public gatherings,
outdoor areas, and transportation, e.g.: wheelchair access,
assistive listening devices, signage; conducting disability
awareness training with people providing public, community
and commercial services; providing information on
disabilities and related issues to the general public;
loaning an infrared hearing assistive device for meetings
and performances.
BOWEN ISLAND ECO ALLIANCE
604-947-0679
BOWEN ISLAND FAMILY PLACE ASSOCIATION.
604-947-6976
Family Place, a non-profit organization, was established in
1989 to support and enrich family life on Bowen Island.
Family Place is a drop-in centre for parents/caregivers and
their children ages 0-6, and offers children an opportunity
to interact with other children and adults in a supportive
and stimulating environment. The program includes a variety
of developmentally appropriate activities, healthy pot-luck
snacks and circle-time.
Special features include: French Program on Wednesday,
Mother's Place Program on Fridays, free lunch on Wednesday
and Thursdays, parent resource library and clothing/toy
exchange.
New families are welcome
Lower Artisan Square, 583 Prometheus Place, RR#1 AL-19
Hours of operation: Mon to Thurs 10am-1pm, with Wednesdays
having extended hours from 9am-1pm.
coordinator@bowenislandfamilyplace.com
MOTHER'S PLACE
604-947-6976
Mother's Place, a program of Bowen Island Family Place, was
created so that expecting and new parents on Bowen Island
would have a means of meeting and supporting each other, and
accessing on-island resources. Join us on Fridays at Fammily
Place for Baby Circle, tea/coffee and snacks, guest speakers
and socializing. New families are welcome.
Lower Artisan Square, 583 Prometheus Place, RR#1 AL-19
Hours of operation: Fridays 10am-1pm
coordinator@bowenislandfamilyplace.com
BOWEN ISLAND FISH AND WILDLIFE CLUB
Bill Rush: 604-947-9584
Operates the Terminal Creek Salmon Hatchery; meets 1st Wed.
of each month at the hatchery. Members of the Pacific Stream
Keepers Federation.
BOWEN ISLAND FOREST AND WATER MANAGEMENT SOCIETY
604-947-0016 The Society raises funds to research
forestry and water issues. The Bowen Island Geolibrary CD
contains a comprehensive collection of this information ($10
at the Pharmacy). Ongoing projects include mapping
watrcourses, wetlands, and hiking trails. Trail maps are
available at the Chamber of commerce. Lifetime membership is
$20. Visit us at:
www.bowenisland.info
BOWEN ISLAND GARDEN CLUB
Ann Davidson, Membership: 604-947-2248
Box 271, Bowen Island, V0N 1G0
Meets the 3rd Monday of each month, excluding July and
August from 1:00-3:00pm at the Gallery, Artisan Square.
Check the Island Calendar in the Undercurrent for details of
speakers. Club activities include annual plant sale, garden
and nursery tours and social events. New members
welcome.
BOWEN ISLAND GOLF ASSOCIATION
604-947-GOLF (4653) Maintenance Shop 604-947-4362
BCGA rated: public bookings 7 days in advance. 9 holes.
3,000+ yards; par 35; 27 tee boxes; 2 par 5 holes; practice
range and lessons; practice putting green; perimeter walking
trail; tournaments; concessions; rental clubs; pull and
power carts. Spectacular views! Call 604-947-4653 to
reserve.
proshop@bowengolf.com
www.bowengolf.com
Box 202, Bowen Island BC V0N 1G0
BOWEN ISLAND HERITAGE PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION
604-947-9146
We actively promote interest in Bowen Island heritage, and
welcome members new and old to lend your talents...Come help
with fundraising; work in the Demonstration Garden; organize
an inventory of a heritage site you're interested in; take
part in our Summer Information and School programmes; or
experience our Award-winning Heritage Walking Tour. Whether
you just come for a visit, or learn to lead tours of our
1928 Cottage Museum, come be a part of the activities!
PO Box 78
www.vcn.bc.ca/~bihpa
BOWEN ISLAND HISTORIANS
604-947-2655 / Fax 604-947-2615
Community Museum and Archives
Visitors are invited to this delightful little museum whose
displays are created with the community. Researchers are
welcome to the archives whose collections include historical
photographs, Bowen newspapers and archived material from
local organizations and a biographical data base. The museum
and archives are operated by the Historians (est. 1967) with
funds raised by the July People, Plants and Places Tour,
grants, and by memberships, donations and bequests.
Volunteers are active in all aspects of displays, archival
work and events.
Box 97, Bowen Island BC V0N 1G0
historians@hotmail.com
BOWEN ISLAND HORSE OWNERS AND RIDERS ASSOCIATION
604-947-0942
Vivian Pearce, President
bihora@yahoogroups.com
BOWEN ISLAND IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
604-947-0948 / 604-947-2470
Working with the community for the better governance of
Bowen Island.
BOWEN ISLAND MEMORIAL GARDEN SOCIETY
Jacqueline Bakker: 604-947-9565
A non-profit organization to help maintain and upgrade the
garden. Planning ahead a 2 acre permanent garden park -
aiming it to be an interactive place for the community. The
major fund raisers are The Plant Sale and Bazaar Sale on the
1st Saturday of May and the People, Plants and Places tour
on the 3rd weekend of July. A tax receipt will be issued for
gifts over $15.00.
Bowen Island Music Association (BIMA)
604-947-0481 or 604-947-0849
Founded in the early 90's, BIMA exists to support the
production and performance of live musical entertainment on
Bowen Island. We are committed to Bowen resident artists and
support a range of talent levels, from emerging to
accomplished; off-island professional artists are often
presented at BIMA productions. BIMA events include a 10-year
coffeehouse series, Howe Sounds ('97, '98), Endangered
Species ('00-'02), Fruit ('01), and Garnet Rogers ('02).
Persons interested in producing a musical event, or willing
to lend a hand, should contact Doug Hooper (947-0481 or
dhooper@renaissance2.org)
BIMA also supports artists, and other organizations,
through the affordable rental of a full, professional sound
system. Enquiries should be made to Doug Fleetham (947-0849
or
fleetred@ican.net
BOWEN ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
604-947-9788
www.bowenlibrary.ca
Hours:
Tuesday - Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Closed Sunday and Monday
Intrnet Access - www.bowenlibrary.ca
BOWEN ISLAND RECYCLING DEPOT (B.I.R.D.)
David Wrinch - 604-947-9639
The BIRD Team of volunteers runs the depot located on Mt.
Gardner Rd. beside the Highways Works yard. A team of
volunteers and part-time coordinator operates one of the
most cost-efficient recycling operations in B.C.! The depot
is closed every Monday. Now collecting: tin cans, glass
bottles (no window glass), cardboard, newsprint, mixed
paper, batteries (small household dry-cell only), plastic
(white, opaque).
BOWEN ISLAND CHRISTMAS HAMPERS
Linda Pheiff: 604-947-9625
Cheryl Evans: 604-947-0560
Community sponsored resource for families in need at
Christmas.
BOWEN ISLAND TRAILBUILDERS ASSOCIATION
604-947-2150
The Association's effort focuses on the construction,
mapping, maintenance and enjoyment of a network of
pedestrian, equestrian and bicycle trails for the benefit of
Bowen residents and visitors. Trailbuilding and use is
promoted as a safe,healthy, family and community
contribution to Bowen's recreational resources.
BOWEN ISLAND VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS
Information: 604-947-9324 Emergency: 911
Proud to serve Bowen Island with dedication and
professionalism. Chief Brian Biddlecombe
BOWEN NATURE CLUB
Billie Gowans: 604-947-2452
Promotes the understanding and enjoyment of nature,
especially on Bowen Island, through nature walks, family
camps, talks and publications. Affilliated with the
Federation of BC Naturalists.
gowans@sfu.ca
CAWES (Coast Animal Welfare Education Society)
CAWES@bowenisland.com
President: Angie McCulloch 604-947-9737
Directors: Iris Carr 604-947-0032;
Rosalee Parish 604-947-2149;
Alison Downie 604-947-2224;
Carol McNaughton 604-947-2990;
Diana Taylor 604-947-2242
Founded Nov.2000, we are a charitable, non-profit, volunteer
organization that cares about the welfare of Bowen's pets,
strays, and wildlife. We capture strays for sterilization;
find foster and adoptive homes for abandoned animals; offer
food and sanctuary to strays and wildlife; reunite pets with
families; and offer guidance to the community.
COMMUNITY HALL & ARTS CENTRE (CHAC)
604-947-2454
The CHAC committee, of the Bowen Island Arts Council, is
committed to raising funds for a place to celebrate island
culture in its myriad forms. We've launched an ambitious
fundraising campaign towards the construction of a multi-use
facility, and we need your support. Let's work together
towards that day in early 2010 when we open the doors to a
place we can call home. To learn more about funding
opportunities, or to find out how you can assist with this
initiative, contact the Bowen Island Arts Council.
admin@biac.ca
www.biac.ca
ISLAND CLASSICAL CONCERTS
Contact: Cathy Peters 604-947-2529
Susan Munroe 604-947-0006
Putting on and promoting classical music concerts. We
sponsor the annual Bowen Island Youth Spring
Festival/Workshop.
MARAGOLD THEATRE PRODUCTIONS
MaraGold Theatre Productions was established as a not
for profit in 2006.The purpose of the society is to offer
full scale theatrical productions to Bowen Island
playwrights and actors primarily, and then to the greater
British Columbian, Canadian and International Theatre
communities. MaraGold also aims to enrich the cultural
diversity of Bowen and beyond by collaborating with
undiscovered playwrights and actors and producing their
shows on Bowen Island and throughout BC and Canada. In
keeping with this mandate, MaraGold established the very
popular Fridge Theatre Festival in 2003 which runs the last
weekend of September annually.
www.maragoldtheatre.com
www.bowenboxoffice.com
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION, BRANCH 150
604-947-9523
CHURCHES BOWEN ISLAND
COMMUNITY CHURCH
604-947-9501
Pastor Bob Quicke, 604-437-7270
Info: 604-947-2430, Barb Weismiller
1070 Millars Rd. @ Bowen Court
Sunday School and Services 10am.
R. Bird
BOWEN ISLAND UNITARIANS
Contact Alan Boysen:604-947-9191
Liberal religion for the open minded and the searching
heart.Sunday services 10:30am at the North Shore Unitarian
Church in West Vancouver September-June. Occassional
gatherings here on Bowen.
BOWEN ISLAND UNITED CHURCH
Rev. Shelagh MacKinnon: 604-947-9382
Worship, Sunday School 10:30am.
1120 Miller Rd.
thetenbears@telus.net
CATES HILL CHAPEL
604-947-4260
661 Carter Rd HP-11 10:30
Worship, Sunday School
David Anderson, Pastor:604-947-9098
Bookings, Susie Proctor: 604-947-2312
www.cateshillchapel.com
ST.GERARD'S CATHOLIC CHURCH
http://StGerards.rcav.org
1111 Miller Road at Melmore Road
Sunday Mass at 10:30 a.m.
RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS (Quakers)
Contact: 604-947-0636, 0754, 0r 0007.
Worship on first and Tshird Sundays of the month at
Rivendell Retreat.
CHILD CARE
Bowen Island Community Daycare
650 Carter Road 604-947-9628
Quality, licensed care for children aged two years old
through kindergarten in a bright, spacious, well-equipped
facility with large, multi-level playground and garden.
Skilled, caring and knowledgeable ECE certified teachers
provide stimulating, creative, educational activities.
Before school care offered for children in Preschool through
grade five.
The After School Club
Located at Bowen Island Community School
604-947-9665
Licensed out of school care for children in grades one
through seven, and also those enrolled in afternoon
kindergarten. Located at Bowen Island Community
School. Openweekday afternoons when school is in
session. Caring, creative staff members supervise a
variety of indoor and outdoor activities, and provide a
healthy snack. Relaxed social atmosphere.
SCHOOLS
BOWEN ISLAND COMMUNITY SCHOOL School District 45
West Vancouver 604-947-9337
Public Elementary School (Kindergarten to Grade 7)
Continuing Education Adult Learning Centre Facility /
Equipment Rental
Report Student Absences to: 604-981-1234
BOWEN ISLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL
604-947-9039
"Where learning is fun." We offer a safe, nurturing and
creative environment for 21/2 to 6 year olds.
Lucinda Fothergill A.M.I., E.C.E. 604-947-2021
Barb MacDonald E.C.E.
ISLAND PACIFIC SCHOOL
604-947-9311
Grades 6 - 9 independent school offering an academic/arts
curriculum complimented by outdoor pursuits and community
service activities.
TIR-NA-NOG THEATRE SCHOOL SOCIETY
604-947-9557
Intensive, unique, year-round courses and performances
opportunities for young people in theatre arts. Annual
six-week Festival of Plays in May and June. 14th year. A
registered, non-profit charitable society.
THEATRE ON THE ISLE
Ian Davidson 604-947-2648
Tickets VONIGO: 604-947-2256
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