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FEATURES 8 Pixton Comics by David Morrison
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FOOD, DINING, ENTERTAINMENT
Pixton Comics: cutting edge fun
10 Local dining 13 ECHO: Cinderella ... with a Twist!
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14 Fishing Report 14 Tide Table COMMUNITY
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5 Images & Voices: Vikki Caradonna 6 Denman Island Christmas Craft Faire 19 BizBanter - who’s doing what in local business HEALTH & WELLNESS
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16 The Art of Conscious Living 20 Health & Wellness Matters: Your Feet: Step Two 22 Grief “Companions” - New at Oceanside Hospice
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December 2013 VOLUME 2 NO 12
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trees on the property. I still enjoy upgrading and fixing things in and around the house.” Her blue eyes sparkle and you can almost see the memories flit across her mind. “Another passion of mine is working in the garden. The feeling of the soil keeps me grounded.” Most people, however, don’t know Vikki for her house, or her garden, or for her work as a long-term care aide. After a nine-month intensive Reflexology Program, which included a three-month practicum in Victoria, Vikki received her license and became a member of the Reflexology Association of Canada. “Most people know me as the ‘Foot Lady’ or the ‘Lady with the Stool’ since I always carry this hand-made wooden stool with me for people to rest their feet on.” Reflexology is foot massage with pressure points that enhances balance and circulation and takes advantage of the connection between places on the foot with organs of the body. “You can’t just wing this stuff; you need to know what you’re doing. Then I had the opportunity to be trained by a nurse in footcare, so that I could offer clients the hygiene aspect of footcare and reflexology.”
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Vikki Caradonna by Rita Levitz
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ometimes you don’t appreciate it until later, when you look back on the things you’ve done, and then you recognize the privilege you’ve had to work with interesting people, and how much you’ve learned.” Vikki Caradonna’s softspoken pleasure and gratitude in being where she is, and in doing what she does, shines through any conversation you might have with her. Vikki was born in Quebec and moved to this area in 1973. “I left a job in Montreal as a payroll clerk for a framing studio. My husband had moved out west to find work, and I thought that I probably should join him.” After driving across the country with her two Siamese cats, Vikki was in for a shock. “I was a city girl at the time, and suddenly I found myself living in a cabin with no running water and no toilet!” This set the scene for making a cabin she found advertised in the paper look really good. “It was in Bowser. You could hardly see the cabin for all the trees. Nothing was level, and it leaked like a sieve, but I thought it was just fabulous!” It took fifteen years for Vikki, her husband and their two children, Amilie and Emrys, to build the house she lives in now. “We did everything ourselves–the beams, the trim–it all came from the N O V E M B E R
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“By that time I’d been working in the geriatric field for many years, so it didn’t take too long to build up a client base and for people to develop the necessary trust in me. After the first few years, the business just took off–Poof!–through advertising, word-of-mouth recommendations, referrals and gift certificates from existing clients. Who would have thought? And here it is seventeen years later…” Vikki’s service is mobile, reaching from Nanoose Bay to Union Bay, so there is more to what she does than just the footcare. For clients who can no longer get around easily, or reach those faraway feet, it is an all important visit, time spent connecting and having someone to talk to. “You get to know people on a family level; you get to remember the names of their cats and dogs. I love the work. It’s very rewarding.” Among Vikki’s clients are people of all ages, and all walks of life, including hairdressers and nurses, as well as people who have health issues that affect their feet. “You have to start from the beginning, from the condition the feet are in, and then, not overnight, but with diligence and in due course, they will improve immensely. If you have comfortable, good feet, you’re going to feel good! Sometimes I’d just like to take a magic wand and make people’s feet better, but over time, you do see and feel a difference.” “I’ve met so many interesting people, so many fine, fine pioneers who have taught me lots, just as a human being. I’m very thankful for all of it. It seems like sometimes you just go down a road, and then there you are, on that road, and the years have gone by…” Acceptance, appreciation, being at peace with that road–it is who Vikki is and an important part of what she brings to what she does. “On my mind right now is to go and get some of those bulrushes up in Fanny Bay. If you really look at them, the colours are stupendous. I know some people who’d really like them…” For more information about Footcare, phone Vikki at 250 757-9244. M A G A Z I N E
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Denman Island Christmas Craft Faire by Laura Busheikin
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have been told there are people who get all their Christmas shopping done by April. But I’ve also been assured that dragons exist. My attitude to both these assertions is the same: I’m open-minded, but sceptical – I haven’t seen empirical proof. What I do see is that as December dawns, many of us are significantly under-prepared for the holidays. And we’d rather fight a dragon than subject ourselves to December’s over-crowded, over-lit, and over-anxious retail world. Luckily there is a magical solution to this (and yes I do have empirical proof): the tradition known as the Christmas craft fair. Many of our coastal communities host such events; the one I know best, The Denman Island Christmas Craft Faire (taking place Saturday and Sunday, Dec 7th and 8th, 10 am to 4 pm), has been an annual highlight for me since I moved to the Island 15 years ago. Every year I buy Christmas presents for friends and family, stocking stuffers for the kids, something beautiful to decorate the Hanukkah table, candles for solstice, and something nice for myself. I reconnect with friends, eat well, enjoy live music, and soak up the atmosphere. There’s no doubt that a fair of this size – two brimming halls, close to 80 vendors, two lunch venues, and a vibrant outdoor market area – can be overwhelming. To help plan and to best appreciate the incredible diversity on display, I like to think in categories. Consider the following as a preview of this event:
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1) Ceramics – Denman is well known for its tight-knit and prolific ceramics community. Check out Sean Woods’ delicate filigreed bowls; Shirley Phillips’ natureinspired textures and shapes that make her work look like it grew out of the earth; master potter Gordon Hutchen’s elegantlyshaped, Japanese-inspired vases, with their luminescent crystalline glazes. 2) Jewelry – wow, so much range in this category: classy pearls, elegant silversmithing, intricate beadwork, colourful feathers, opals and agates and topaz and amber...even a jewelry line made out of used bicycle parts – a big hit at last year’s fair. 3) Culinary products – jams, teas, spicy relishes, flavoured vinegars, hand-made fudge, creamy dips, spicy salsa, and crusty artisanal bread enlivened with nuts, dried fruit and candied orange peel. To wash it down, wine and mead from Hornby Island. 4) Products from wood – Bruce Matthews makes bowls, pens, and watches feature incredible figured wood, much of it salvaged from local blowdown; Jim Goodwin delights children (and parents) with his brightly painted wooden toys; Patti Willis crafts delicate wooden birdhouses. 5) Fabric arts – knitting, weaving, embroidery, quilting, felting....all starting with natural fibres and creating shawls, gloves, mittens, hats, sweaters, socks, scarves, wall hangings, bed-coverings, shopping bags, and fantastical hand puppets that are toys and artwork at the same time. 6) Art prints and cards – you’ll find exquisite renderings of the island’s natural landscape in photography and paint. And
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don’t miss the innovative work of Hornby artist Stevi Kittleson, who starts off taking photos at the local recycling centre, then goes home to digitally manipulate the images into complex micro-patterns that become fascinating images of birds and plants. 7) Pampering – face creams, body lotions, bath bombs, bath salts, bath oils, facial sprays and body sprays, hair conditioners and shampoos, all smelling gorgeous and created from natural, non-toxic ingredients. 8) Natural healing – salves, herbal tinctures, medicinal teas, massage oil. 9) Metalwork – this can be pragmatic, for instance a hand-forged fireplace tool or door-knocker, or decorative, such as a delicate hummingbird to hang in your garden. 10) Otherwise uncategorizable fine art such as John Tallerino’s exquisite shrines and Mary Hick’s woven copper twodimensional pictures. Of course, much of what we find at the fair defies categorization. Is a necklace made of brightly coloured, subtly textured felted woollen beads fabric art, or jewelry? Is a gorgeous braided garlic coil adorned with dried herbs a decorative object, or a food product? But that’s the nature of creativity – it doesn’t stay within boundaries.
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Tell Your Story the Click-n-Drag Comics™ Way! with IBM. Soon after, care packages of English comics started arriving from Goodinson’s grandfather, igniting a flame that thirty-five years later burns bright in his visionary comicscreation technology.
came when he met Daina in 2007. “We hit it off, but also discovered quickly that we could work together, especially as Daina loves technology, computers, and the Internet.”
“He’d send titles like The Beano, The Dandy and Whizzer & Chips,” Goodinson begins. “The visual nature of the stories really engaged me, so I can thank my granddad for my introduction to comics. But I also developed an interest in nature, and after high school went on to get a BSc. in Environmental Biology. I moved to Vancouver and did my master’s at the (UBC) Faculty of Forestry, studying birds, specifically woodpeckers, graduating in 2001. Through my master’s I rediscovered computers; when I happen to agree entirely with Gaiman who, I was about ten I bought a (Commodore) Vic for the record, was raised on C.S. Lewis, 20 with 3KB of memory, and learned a bit of J.R.R. Tolkien, and Batman comics. Like basic programming, then didn’t have my own Gaiman, I believe that comics considerably computer again until my master’s, on which I promote literacy rather than stunt it, and can ended up developing a program for my thesis. call on a small army that would concur. One Through those self-taught skills I got a job of my generals would be Clive Goodinson in mechanical engineering, and from that I of Parksville, whose childhood love of serendipitously ran into some acquaintances comics and technical prowess has led to the while swing dancing in Vancouver! It was a innovative, award-winning Pixton Comics fledgling design firm, and they took a leap website. In a nutshell, Pixton users can create of faith with me, because I didn’t have much their own online comic strips from scratch, experience programming for the web. I worked exactly like the delightful representation there for just over a year, but quit because I of the Goodinson family above, created wanted to be a musician. I had my own band, exclusively for EyesOnBC Magazine. my most notable gig being Mike Myers’ brother Goodinson (a.k.a. ‘The Jokester’) and his wife (Paul) opening for us!” Daina launched Pixton Comics in its initial, Whizzer & Chips, woodpeckers, swing dancing, primitive ‘stick figure’ format in January Mike Myers’ brother…are you keeping up? 2008. For its inventor, the professional Long story short, within three years Goodinson journey to Pixton was as colourful as its was freelancing full-time in computer panels. Born in the UK, Goodinson moved programming and website building. A personal to Canada aged four, when his electrical and coincidentally professional turning point engineer father secured a job in Ontario
The idea for Pixton (named by Daina, intended to be considered a ‘place’) had a gradual gestation and numerous origins. “One was certainly my familiarity with comics,” Goodinson continues. “I always loved Tintin, and stuff like Calvin and Hobbes and Gary Larson’s The Far Side. Anyway, I was playing around, generating randomized characters, little people with different skin colours, different heights, just randomizing these attributes, so that was one contributing pet project. And one day I was using Wikipedia, a wonderful collaborative body of work, but it’s all to do with fact. I wondered what it would look like if it was similarly collaborative, but all from people’s imagination, about ideas. I started putting that together with comics, thinking it would be cool if you had, say, a three-panel comic strip with two characters interacting, and blank speech bubbles, then you had a hundred or a thousand different people fill in what they thought they were saying. That led to the idea of creating a tool that anyone could use, myself included, to create comics that look like Tintin! I aspired to creating a Tintin-like comic when I was a kid, but didn’t get past the second page; I realized that the patience and the practice it takes to draw the same character in every panel was patience I didn’t have.”
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n respect of my reading preferences I have twice recently had occasion to let out a little cheer. As a huge fan of graphic novels you can imagine my joy when, in November, Man Booker Prize judge, Stuart Kelly, supported the format when saying, “I would be very happy to see a graphic novel win.” And two weeks prior, when delivering the 2nd Annual Reading Agency lecture at London’s Barbican Centre, author Neil Gaiman (writer of the classic graphic novel, The Sandman) ranted, “Comics have been decried as fostering illiteracy. It’s tosh. It’s snobbery and it’s foolishness.”
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continued from previous page As someone whose very best past attempts at drawing could be effortlessly bettered by the average two-year-old, I fully understand Goodinson’s frustrations at creating art manually - and therein lies one of the awesome aspects of Pixton Comics. While a person like myself might be artistically challenged I can spin a yarn, so can use Pixton to present stories or gags in a visual manner. (What crazy fun it would have been to create this article on Pixton!)
and move their arms and legs, change their facial expression, that kind of thing.” ‘Powerful potential’ is right! With minimal advertising, the site growing organically by word-of-mouth, Pixton Comics has thus far been a roaring success. Named an Official Honoree at the prestigious Webby Awards (think: interactive media’s Oscars) in 2011, as well as garnering acclaim within the North American and international technology and education communities, Pixton goes from strength to strength. As Goodinson explains, coming soon will be Pixton for those on the move: “Our next major step is to go mobile, so before long we’ll have apps that people can use to make comics on your Android, tablet or iPad.”
“With the tool I was looking to democratize the creation of comics, but not looking to supplant comic artists, whose skill I very much admire,” says Goodinson. “It was more like this was something new you can do with the medium, but that anyone can participate in. I always wanted to build something of my own that was original and felt my idea had very powerful potential. It’s a click-and-drag, intuitive comic maker for generating standard images, but the characters are articulated so you can click
Goodinson readily admits that his idea evolved from the desire to create something fun, but as it developed its massive potential became obvious. “Initially, the reason I was so passionate about it was simply because I thought it was cool! It was when we made
the decision to go full-time and make a business out of it that the educational and business components took shape. In school you have art class, but many students don’t consider themselves artists or even creative, yet they know how to use a computer and are online all the time now. So they can use something like Pixton, and it makes them realize they can be artistic in a different way.” One beauty of Pixton is that anyone can use it, and have a lot of fun while discovering their inner creative. Over a million people around the world have already signed up for the free ‘For Fun’ option, so why not treat yourself for Christmas and join the Pixton community! I have, and using Pixton might yet get to create the first Man Booker Prize-winning graphic novel! For further information and to sign up to Pixton Comics, please visit www. pixton.com/ca/ , or call Clive and Daina Goodinson on 1-888-7-PIXTON.
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1. Consider attending on Sunday – it’s usually the quieter day. It’s not true that the goods will be picked through by then! Most vendors have spent the past few months building up their stock, and replenish their booths as things sell. 2. Plan more time than you think necessary. You are not just shopping – you are taking in local culture, being social, and celebrating the season. Include time to wander, to get distracted, to linger outside drinking a hot apple cider or a steaming espresso, to indulge in a healthy, delicious lunch and a decadent dessert, and to run into old friends. 3. Leave your car at Buckley Bay (or at home, if you can carpool or take the bus) and walk onto the ferry. Save your money for the fair and avoid the hassle of parking! A shuttle van service takes you from the ferry landing to the fair site. 4. Bring cash. Some of the vendors take credit and debit cards, and there is one cash machine on the Island, but having cash on hand keeps things easy. 5. Make a list, check it twice if you want, but don’t let it control you. Craft fairs do not work with a standardized product line. Allow for a certain amount of spontaneity. ~
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You want lunches, dinners with friends and romantic getaways (However, Venus will also encourage you to spend to meet new people, see different cultures, learn are on the menu. Your first choice will be a vacation. on clothes, jewelry and art objects to beautify your new things and discover adventure! You feel lots of (Leos love great hotels. They want their life to be like home.) Others continue to offer you support. Life is positive energy, which makes you keen to work as a movie with fun clothes, gorgeous cars, hot sex, good good. well as improve your health. Opportunities to flirt food and scintillating company.) This is why, even Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Your personal year is and schmooze with someone older or richer exist. though you will work within the limitations of your coming to an end. Therefore, now is an ideal time to (This could lead to something more serious.) own environment, you will introduce this “movie” into strategize what you want your new year (birthday to your life. Naturally, this costs money, but Leos believe birthday) to be all about. Think about this. After all, Taurus (April 20-May 20) Because you have “Lots of money is only useful if you spend it.” excellent financial savvy, you’re the banker of people with goals succeed because they know where the zodiac. This month, you’re focused on shared Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Now your attention turns they’re going. Travel and educational opportunities property, taxes, debt, insurance matters and to home, family and your domestic environment. You look good now, as does publishing, medicine, the inheritances. However, all is not about the coin of might be more involved with a parent. You want a law and media-related issues. Keep a low profile and the realm. Privately, you’re hatching a secret plot chance to relax and cocoon at home. Nevertheless, work behind the scenes as much as possible before to become a better person. You want to improve with fiery Mars in Virgo, you will demand what you you step out onto centre stage next month. yourself in every way – financially, healthwise, with want and be physical in your approach to life. (No Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) You will love this friendships, at work, and in developing further skills, wonder you want to go back home to rest.) Venus month because your focus is on friendship and talents and training. You want it all! (A promising, will foster romance, social fun and a chance to dealing with groups. You value friendships. This sexy month ahead.) express your creative talents — and your popularity is also an excellent time to formulate long-range continues. This is a good time for you. Gemini (May 21-June 20) The Sun is now as far goals. To test the wisdom of these goals, why not away from you as it gets all year. Since the Sun is Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) You’re busy with short share your hopes for the future with others to get your source of energy, this means you will be tired trips, increased reading and writing plus talking to their feedback? Meanwhile, secret love affairs might and need more sleep. (Go to bed.) However, you will everyone. This white-rabbit pace is a tad frantic. take place. You have an increased sex drive now. You put out lots of energy on the home front this month You’re working behind the scenes to boost your career are also making future plans for your professional due to residential moves, renovations or visiting and reputation, plus reorganizing, redecorating and life. For several reasons, you’re concerned with your guests. Whatever you do will improve your home entertaining at home. Discussions about how to boost future. (Basically, the future is much like the present scene. Meanwhile, gifts, goodies and advantages your income or get a different job are also on the only longer.) from others will come your way. A ask for a loan or table. How stretched can you be? One thing in your Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) This month the Sun get a mortgage. (Back in the boudoir, romance will favour is Jupiter is high in your chart, allowing you to slowly travels across the top of your chart acting like be passionate.) make a great impression on bosses and VIPs. You can a spotlight casting a flattering light on you making do no wrong. Cancer (June 21-July 22) You’re determined to you look good to bosses, parents, teachers and VIPs. get organized. You want every action to count. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Your focus now turns to Because they admire you, you will be approached This means you want to be efficient, effective and your job, your earnings and your possessions. You by others to take on increased responsibilities. Say productive. This high standard that you set for will identify with what you own. True, society judges yes because you will continue to impress them with yourself will apply to your health as well. This is people by appearances and possessions. Meanwhile little effort. Be patient with partners because Mars why you will start to eat healthier and exercise this is a social time for you because you’re active with opposite your sign can make you judgmental and more because you want to be the best that you can groups, even competitively, eager to communicate to easily annoyed with others. Fun times with creative be. (Exemplary aspiration.) Relations with others others and you’re charming as hell. And on top of this, people will please you now. Don’t leave home will be smooth. You find it easy to be forthright, yet opportunities to travel and explore further education without your sketchbook.
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s the days grow shorter and Christmas lights begin to twinkle, it can mean only one thing: ECHO Players’ production of the classic Panto, CINDERELLA…With a Twist!, is getting ready for opening night! Rehearsals started back in the sunny days of September and the cast was thrilled to be able to get on stage in early November to rehearse on the wonderful set, designed by George Murguly, and built by George and his team of carpenter elves. The incredible costumes by Dorothy Lupul, Marguerite Stevens and Celia Wesselman were nearing completion at that time and are sure to delight with their fantastic colours – some of which are so garish, you might want to bring sunglasses! Voice and dance rehearsals are filling in any spare time the cast and crew have… the lighting and sound is being finalized... the sets and props are being readied - all to delight the audience come opening night, December 12. Co-directors Sue Murguly and Lynne Carrow are working overtime to ensure this Cinderella will be a memorable event for the whole family!
Yes, it’s that time of year again. Time to sit back and enjoy the classic story of Cinderella - with some unexpected surprises. Scripted by Simon Nye (Men Behaving Badly) and coming to the Village Theatre, Qualicum Beach, December 12-29, this “Panto With a Twist” promises to be a fun filled event for all the family with plenty of singing, dancing, laughs, magic and lots of audience participation.
Cinderella and her Prince Charming (Bethany Freed and Gary Alfred) will enchant you; The Wicked Baroness Lola and the Ugly Stepsisters (Susan Warner, Shawn Lestage and Don Harper) will have you booing and hissing; Buttons (Arthur MacKinnon) will make you cheer; the Good Fairy (Chris Cope) will mesmerize you; and Dandini (Deacon Marshall) will make you laugh out loud. It’s Panto Time at the Village Theatre and CINDERELLA…With A Twist! is guaranteed to be a holiday highlight, so bring the family and laugh, boo, clap and dance!
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he height of the fishing season is now largely over. Some hardy types will be out on the salt chuck after feeder chinook on the finer days of winter. These are young fish typically two or three years old. In general they are more active feeders than summer fish. As a result you can fish faster and cover more water. In freshwater the Steelheaders will be chasing this fantastic fish in a core of Vancouver Island rivers, the most famous of which will be the Stamp and Cowichan. Fly fishermen will get some fish, using large marabou patterns and woolly buggers in a variety of bright colours. Large rubber legged nymphs also work well close to the bottom. However, the majority will be caught on gear using Jensen eggs, corkies, spin and glows, or pink worms under dink floats with pencil lead. As I write this there are still late runs of Chum and Coho in many East Coast rivers and several anglers are having good sport on the fly on the little Qualicum river. At this time of year thoughts turn to the festive season ahead and perhaps what to get the fisherman or lady fisher in your life! We can help with a variety of gift items that will please!
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Unfortunately, our first responders on the scene often just shout out: Who did this? Whose fault is this? “Blame, attack and run” is a strategy we use until we get tired of failed relationships.
A Bug in the Water A Short Story of Blame and No-Escape
The details of miscommunications and expectations are unimportant for the story to be useful to you and me.
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The second morning, from the window, I watched their shiny red car blazing around the corner and out of the driveway. Uh-oh. I knew immediately that they were bolting without paying their bill. But there was a bug in their get away plan. As I cleaned up, I found their cell phone under the pillow. The plot thickened. We would meet again. An hour later, I saw the great escape happening in reverse. The red car raced dangerously back into the driveway in hopes of outwitting me again. But the door of the cottage was now locked. Their plan was foiled. I walked up to their car. “We left our cell phone.” “I know.” “There was a bug in the water dispenser.” “I know.” I handed them the cell phone and they drove away. End of events. But then, oh then, being human, that’s when the mind started churning and re-churning the events. What just happened? Did I really lose $150 because of a fruit fly? Since the morning of the runaway, I’ve had some time to reflect on bugs. Bugs are more than bugs. In computer language, a bug is an error, mistake, or defect which may cause failure or deviation from expected results (which it did.) To the rest of us, a bug is an unexpected fault, flaw or imperfection. Left to their own devices, cavities form, hair tangles, kitchen floors get grimy, classrooms unruly, and bugs get into the water. There are stomach bugs. We bug each other. A bug is a bug because it bugs you. Life is like that - a constant encounter with bugs. While a bug is small, how we handle it is huge. What do we do when you encounter a bug? Sometimes “fixing it” requires sophisticated communication skills, like walking to the house and saying, “There is a bug in the water.”
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Echkart Tolle points to three main choices when we encounter a bug: fix it, live with it, or leave it. (Actually, denial is also an option. “There is no bug in the water, there is no bug in the….”) Every partner, friend, vacation, vocation, philosophy and community will have bugs. When you bring two imperfect human beings together for long enough (i.e. marriage, family, partnerships, work), some bug will eventually start to drive the other person crazy. Once again, the “humanmeets-bug” story is reenacted. Not all our personal bugs are fixable. That’s where infatuation ends and real love can begin. So what’s the take-away from our story? Fixing blame is usually useless. If you can fix it, fix it! If you can’t fix it alone, communicate. If it can’t be fixed, but is not fatal, accept, adapt, laugh, work around it, forgive or make lemonade. If it is unfixable and unacceptable (fatal), start over. There are many bugs in our world situation that do appear to be fatal, but we don’t have the option to start over or leave planet earth. Fixing blame is useless in a world this small. Bring up the image of the little red car racing out of the driveway and then turning around and racing back. The escape didn’t work because we always leave parts of ourselves behind. We are absolutely and eternally interdependent. We need and depend on each other for survival and happiness. Here is a poem written in Iran 700 years ago by the poet Hafiz, titled “Out of a Great Need”. “Out of a great need, we are all holding hands and climbing. Not loving is a letting go. Listen, the terrain around here is far too dangerous for that.” That tiny little bug had no idea of its power of influence. Then again, neither do we. Joanne Sales is a freelance writer and blueberry farmer living in rural Qualicum Beach. Questions about her articles ... email joanne@glasswing.com
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ISLAND GOSPEL CHURCH - Pastor Bob and Phyl Mitchell have recently moved here to accept the position of lead pastor at Island Gospel Centre. They are happy to be living in the Bowser area and are looking forward to meeting the people and serving the community. Welcome to the neighbourhood, Bob & Phyl! SANDBAR CAFE & ART GALLERY As many of you know, the Lighthouse Community lost a light with the recent passing of Helen Hallett, owner of the Sandbar Cafe. The Sandbar was a popular haunt for locals and visitors looking for a great meal, live music and local art. Helen supported the arts, music and several charitable organizations in our community, her smile and humble grace will be missed by all who knew her. Family, friends and community will come together to remember and celebrate her life on December 7 at 2pm at the Lighthouse Community Centre, 240 Lions Way in Qualicum Bay. All welcome! ALPACA COFFEE BAR & GIFT SHOP - It has to be said ... this little gem of a hideaway in Qualicum Bay has had some growing pains, but the charming little cafe is back on track and open again with a more extensive menu for breakfast, lunch and coffee breaks. Alpaca’s signature crepes are still on the menu, as is their yummy gluten-free Buckwheat cake, and we highly recommend Chef Ginger’s soul-warming soups and grilled sandwiches on a cold day! Alpaca offers a warm and welcoming décor - everything from bistro chic to cozy living room-style nooks where you can lounge on a comfortable couch in front of a fireplace. It’s a place to relax and enjoy some home-style food with a steaming cup of Karma coffee or Big Leaf tea. New hours of operation are Wednesday to Sunday, 8am to 3pm. Closed Monday
and Tuesday. Look for ‘take home’ breads and desserts in the new year. CROPS & BOBBERS - Here is a name familiar to the Lighthouse community ... Linda Hall. You recognize her name because for several years, Linda has been busy styling hair in Qualicum Beach, Bowser, Coombs and Parksville. After a brief hiatus in Eastern Canada, Linda has returned and now welcomes previous and future clients to her new shop, Crops & Bobbers, conveniently located in the heart of Bowser at Magnolia Court. For an appointment, call Linda at 778-424-9200 and see the Crops & Bobbers ad on page 11. Welcome back, Linda! You were missed! HAPPY FIT - Lisa Avramenko left a promising law career to follow her true passion for fitness, and to help people get healthy, happy and fit in her Happy Fit classes in Nova Scotia. Lisa and her husband Josh have now settled into life on Vancouver Island and are loving ‘the vibe’ in Qualicum Beach. Lisa is offering three Happy Fit classes at the Lighthouse Community Centre in Qualicum Bay where you can take advantage of Lisa’s extensive training as a Canfitpro certified Personal Trainer and Pre/Postnatal fitness specialist, an Agatsu certified Kettlebell trainer, Joint Mobility & Movement Instructor, a Precision Nutrition Trainer, and her knowledge of Genuine Health & Oakley Canada. Choose from Happy Fit Fusion, Happy Fit Body and Happy Fit Stroller classes that are $10 each, or take two per week for $9 each. FMI visit www.happyfit.ca/newclasses-in-qualicum. Welcome to the Island, Lisa & Josh. We wish you much success in your new life here and your new business venture in Lighthouse Country. ~
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ast month we covered some of the basics of foot care; this month we will discuss the importance of good foot care for people with diabetes. Having diabetes puts your feet at risk because • Blood circulation to your feet may be reduced. Poor circulation can cause dry skin, cracked heels, changes in nail growth and slow healing.
Taking Steps For Healthy Feet Our feet, our foundation! When they aren't functioning at their best, nothing feels right! Some circumstances need special care ... bunions, corns & calluses, claw toes or hammer toes, and dry cracked skin or fissures. And, anyone with diabetes is particularly at risk for complications. We have experienced footcare nurses who can assess your individual needs, teach you how to look after your feet properly and treat your feet especially nicely in the process ... addressing any issues, providing nail and skin care and finishing with a revitalizing massage. It truly is good for the sole!
• You may have diabetic nerve disease, which means that your feet may not feel when something is too hot; too cold or when injuries occur. Minor cuts may go unnoticed, if left untreated, they can result in serious complications such as infection or gangrene. • Diabetes may make you more susceptible to infection because of the above factors and high blood sugar, which supports bacterial growth. Safety tips to protect your feet • Inspect your feet daily for cuts, blisters or sores. Use a mirror to check the bottom of your feet. See your doctor or health professional right away if something is wrong. • Check inside your shoes for pebbles, rough seams or other irritants. • Do not mend your socks; holes or seams can injure your skin.
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• Do not use heating pads or hot water bottles. Keep your feet away from open fires and radiators. Use sunscreen on top of your feet. • If your feet are cold at night wear socks. If exposed to very cold weather for a prolonged time, check your feet for frostbite. • Dry skin can be itchy, which may cause you to scratch, which in turn can cause skin injury. Use a good moisturizer daily. • Never walk barefoot outdoors and be careful indoors. Keep your slippers at the bedside so you can put them on in the morning or if you get up in the night. • After exercising such as walking, running or using the treadmill, check your feet afterwards for irritation. • If you have corns, don’t use commercial corn removal products and don’t attempt to cut out a corn; see a professional. Very minor calluses can be gently filed with a fine emery board but seek professional help for thick calluses. See your doctor before using commercial athletes foot, plantar wart, ingrown toe or fungal nail products. Improve your circulation • Put your feet up when sitting for long periods of time. • Don’t sit with your legs crossed for long periods as this may impair blood flow. • Foot exercises, walking and foot massage improves circulation. ~
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Hello to all the Residents of Area H,
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rlene and I took a few weeks off and drove to Mexico with friends. I managed to catch a sailfish and Arlene managed a catch and release of a really big marlin. If you want to be bored for a few hours, ask me about that experience.
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VOLUNTEER POSITIONS ON RDN COMMITTEES/BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS Under the purview of the RDN there are several Boards/Committees and Commissions. Generally the membership of these is comprised of elected officials and committed volunteers. The volunteer support to these organizations is key to their success and the overall success of the RDN. It is through this volunteer support that the community has a strong voice into RDN outcomes. You should note that volunteers are compensated for their mileage. Positions have set terms to them and this year a few of these are expiring. Thus, there is a need for volunteers from Area H for the following positions. If you are interested in any of the following positions I can help you complete the application or you can do so at the web site. Letting me know that you are applying will be useful for me. The close for applications is Dec. 13. For more details see the RDN web page at http://www.rdn.bc.ca/ cms.asp?wpID=3131.
• RECOGNIZED SECONDARY SUITES are those, which were previously built without a building permit, but have been issued a building permit after the fact. • SECONDARY SUITES are those, which are built after the adoption of the zoning bylaw and comply with the zoning bylaw and building code. Broad rules would include:
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The Directors were recently briefed on the outcomes of the public consultations around • Both attached and detached suites are permitting Secondary Suites in the rural permitted areas of the RDN. For more information see http://www.rdn.bc.ca/cms.asp?wpID=3036. • Minimum site area requirements for detached secondary suites are proposed In summary, this consultation suggested that (800 m2 for fully serviced lots and 8000 the public was comfortable with secondary m2 for all others) suites throughout Area H provided that: • There was adequate parking on the property
• On lots where two suites are permitted, only one of the suites can be detached
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• Two additional parking spaces per secondary suite are required
• There was sufficient sewage capacity
• The maximum floor area for a secondary suite is proposed to be 40% of the habitable floor space of the building that it is located in or 90 m2 of total floor space, whichever is lesser. This is consistent with the BC Building Code definition of secondary suite
• That existing suites be grandfathered, and • They are safe This knowledge will shape a board report that will then cause proposed changes to the appropriate bylaws (necessitating further public consultation). I expect that these changes will include the following definitions:
• Home based business is not permitted within a secondary suite, but certain forms of low impact Home Based Businesses may occur within the principal dwelling unit
That there will be three categories of Secondary Suites:
• NON-COMPLIANT SECONDARY SUITES are those that exist now and have Positions Open been built without a Building Permit. Note that owners of non-compliant suites will, • Area H Parks and Open Space Committee, at their discretion, be provided an ongoing 2 people (it may be that the people whose opportunity to have their non-compliant term is expiring will chose to come back) secondary suite recognized through the • Agricultural Advisory Committee, 2 issuance of a building permit. If they people from District 69 choose not to recognize their suite, and there are no serious life/safety concerns, • Grants-in-aid Advisory Committee, 1 and no complaints are received, the suite person from Districy 69
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The caring volunteers at Oceanside Hospice • submitted photo
Self-care Fridays is another very popular program at ‘Valhalla’ for those who are grieving, caregiving a palliative family member or who have been diagnosed with a life-threatening illness. Trained volunteers in Healing Touch and Reiki provide individual relaxation treatments in a safe environment. This facilitates the release of stress that often comes as we hold grief within our bodies and many comment on feeling ‘lighter’ afterwards. An element of hospitality is offered along with these treatments. As people come and go for their appointments there is the opportunity to share with others being touched by loss, over a cup of tea. The atmosphere created at Valhalla truly reflects Dr. Wolfelt’s definition of companioning a fellow human being “Sitting at a table together, being present to one another, sharing, communing, abiding in the fellowship of hospitality”. For more information on the services at Oceanside Hospice please call 250-752-6227 or visit www.oceansidehospice.com
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Celebrating 75 years of wildlife habitat conservation! Thank you for helping us reach this important milestone in the history of Ducks Unlimited!
The DU Committee extends its gratitude and thanks to the following Sponsors, Donors and Volunteers for their generous and valuable support! We encourage you to support these remarkable businesses, services and individuals whenever you can! AAL Cat Equipment Co. Ltd. Access RV AGS Business Systems Alberni Outpost All in One Bobcat All Marine Arbutus Emporium Arrowsmith Golf & Country Club Arrowsmith Mountain Cycle Art Worx Warren Bailey Gordon Ball, B.Comm., LLB Bavarian Sausage House Blue Heron Steel Studio Blue Room Bistro, Ucluelet Blue Star Trucking Bowser Woodworking Brown-Eyed Susan’s Buckerfield’s Ltd Budget Car & Truck Rental Canadian National Railway Chateau Whistler Resort - Golf Club Cherry Point Estate Wines Chuck’s Automotive Clam Bucket Restaurant Cloverdale Paint Robert A Cole Coombs Country Candy David Creekmore Critter Cove Marina & Resort Crown & Anchor Pub Brian Daradics Robert Davenport DemXx Deconstruction Inc. Pat Downey Ducks Unlimited - Chilliwack Ducks Unlimited - Oceanside Eaglecrest Golf Club Edward Jones Investments Parksville, Niki Stanford EyesOnBC Magazine (Linda Tenney) Susan Erickson Fanny Bay Trading Company Marnie Finstad Lynsie Forster Phil Forster Four Winds Bed & Breakfast French Creek Seafood Ltd French Creek Shell Galloping Gourmet Get West Adventure Cruises Giovanni’s Ristorante 2 4
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Community Event Calendar December 2013 We lend ... YOU SPEND! Need a loan for your renovation project? Wishing you had a new kitchen, updated bathroom, new roof, or perhaps some new landscaping? Stop into your local branch today to talk to one of our friendly, knowledgable staff about how we can help you complete your projects this season.
LIGHTHOUSE COMMUNITY CENTRE (LCC) - 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. FMI Hall FALL PROGRAMS FOR LIGHTHOUSE RECREATION rentals Call Sheena McCorquodale: (250) 757-9991. FMI on Events at the LCC visit www. LIGHTHOUSE RECREATION: FMI Call 250-7578366 or email shipshore@shaw.ca. communityhall.ca. LIGHTHOUSE COMMUNITY CENTRE PANCAKE RACQUET SPORTS AT THE LIGHTHOUSE COMMUNITY CENTRE - Badminton, mini-tennis, BREAKFAST – Sunday, December 8, 8am to Noon, Pancake Breakfast, Poultry Swap, Flea pickleball, and table tennis, Market. Live Music on the Hall stage. Breakfast Mondays, starting Sept. 23, 7 pm. Beginners welcome, equipment provided, ages15-80 is served this morning by the Qualicum Bay drop-in fee $4. FMI Call 250-757-8307 or email Lions. steelehunt@shaw.ca. LIGHTHOUSE SENIORS #152 – There will FLOOR HOCKEY - Ages 14 and up at the be no December meeting. December 2 is the Bowser Elementary School. Wednesday nights Turkey Dinner for OAP Members only. FMI Call commencing on September 25th through to Shirley at 250-757-2384. November 13th from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. $35 for LIGHTHOUSE SPINNERS – Bring your 8 sessions full payment due on first night. Needs Spinning Wheels and fibre and the Lighthouse 8 people to run the program. FMI contact Kevin Spinners at the LCC. Tuesdays at 10:30am. FMI Bull at 250 757-8423. Bring your own stick and Call 250-757-8402. wear non marking shoes. CARPET BOWLING – 12:45 to 3:00pm at the LCC. FMI Call Layne 250-757-8217.
AA LIGHTKEEPERS - Fridays at 7:00pm at the BOWSER TENNIS CLUB - Club drop-in doubles: LCC. FMI Call 250-757-8347. Sundays 10 am and Thursdays 5 pm. Novice night Mondays at 6pm, all welcome! FMI Call 250-757BRIDGE – Nordin Room 1:00 to 4:00pm Friday 8307. afternoons at the LCC. FMI Call: Sheila Steele
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LIONS REC HALL – 280 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. FMI on Hall rentals Call Bert Carter: 250 240 4538. QUALICUM BAY LIONS CLUB - Meet at7pm, every second and fourth Tuesday in the Lions Den. LIGHTHOUSE FLOOR CURLERS – Monday and Friday, 1 - 3pm, Sept. to May at the Lions’ Rec Hall. Come and join an easy to play mixed group activity for all ages, even into your 80’s, in door on a gym floor. Curling rocks supplied. Join the Club for the season and enjoy “extra events”. Drop-in $2. FMI Call Fred (250) 7520216 or Al (250) 738-0646. LIGHTHOUSE COUNTRY SCRAPBOOKERS – Meet 3rd Saturday monthly at the Lions’ Rec Hall, 9:30am- 4:30pm. $10. Door prizes. FMI Call Jorgie 250-757-8358 or Shirley 250-7578384.
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BEATING THE BLUES - Educational support group for people living with depression. Share strategies, move toward your goals, and increase your joy in life. Tuesdays 6-8 PM in Parksville. FMI Call Stephanie 250-937-1223. LEARN HOW TO MEDITATE! Free classes will be held every Tuesday in November 5:30 to 7pm at the McMillan Arts Centre. Simple and effective techniques of Sahaja Yoga Meditation will allow you to master stress, improve your health, face yourself, and achieve balance in every aspect of life. Ancient knowledge and practices are adapted to modern day needs for people of all ages and walks of life. FMI Call (250) 954-5040 or visit www.freemeditation.ca. THE QUALICUM BEACH FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY - Dec. 11 - will hold monthly meeting as a Social on Wed. Dec. 11th, 7 p.m. at the Qualicum Legion. Guest Speaker is Steve Cowan on Heraldry. Also, 10th Anniversary and extended Members’ Moments. Guests most welcome!
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CRAIG BAY CHORISTERS - DEC 6 LOCATION: Knox United Church TIME: 7:00pm COST: $10 FMI: (250) 954-2166
CHRISTMAS IN THE COUNTRY - Dec 20 to 24 LOCATION: Tiger Lily Farm TIME: 10:00am COST: None FMI: (250) 248-2408
MILNER MAGIC - DEC 6-8, 13-15, 18-22 LOCATION: Milner Gardens TIME: 5:00pm FMI: (250) 752-6153 COST: Adult $5 Children $2.50 Families $12
CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE - Dec 21 LOCATION: Morningstar Farm TIME: 9:00am COST: Varies FMI: (250) 954-3931
CHRISTMAS IN THE VILLAGE - DEC 7 LOCATION: Downtown Qualicum Beach TIME: 9:00am COST: None FMI: (250) 240-8812 ERRINGTON CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR - DEC 7 &14 LOCATION: Errington War Memorial Hall TIME: 10:00am COST: None FMI: (250) 954-1707 COOMBS CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR - DEC 7 LOCATION: Coombs Fairgrounds TIME: 10:00am COST: None FMI: www.coombsfair.com PARKSVILLE LIONS BREAKFAST W/ SANTA - DEC 8 LOCATION: PCCC TIME: 9:00am COST: By Donation FMI: www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/parksville/ ECHO PLAYERS - CINDERELLA ... - DEC 12 to 29 LOCATION: Village Theatre TIME: Varies COST: Varies FMI: www.echoplayers.ca VISIT & PHOTOS WITH SANTA - DEC 14 to 24 LOCATION: Wembley Mall TIME: Varies FMI: www.angelstudio.ca COMFORT & JOY FAMILY CHRISTMAS CONCERT OCEANSIDE GRANDMOTHERS - DEC 12 to 29 LOCATION: Knox United Church TIME: 2:00pm COST: Donation FMI: (250) 752-1296 WINTER WONDERLAND ON ICE - DEC 13 TO 31 LOCATION: Oceanside Place TIME: Varies FMI: www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation
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FIRST RATE MASONARY – Over 13 years experience providing first rate, creative workmanship within budget and on time! Old brick restoration. All stone and tile work. Fireplace facing. Retaining walls and pavers. Chimney construction, cleaning and repairs. FMI Call Jason Buxton (250) 802-5515.
THE CANADIAN SOCIETY OF QUESTERS – Next meeting Nov 25. For more information call Chris (250) 752-1419. No December meeting. Next meeting: January 27, 2014.
DOWN BY THE BAY SPA - Pedicure, Manicure, Waxing, and Reiki. Turn right at the Deep Bay docks. Tues-Fri 10am-4pm. Call to book 778-424-3344.
ISLAND GOSPEL CENTRE
THE FIX-IT SHOP – Repairs to: Lawn Mowers, small engines. Fanny Bay. Call (250) 702-2191.
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EyesOnBC Magazine is expanding into new territories and requires ad sales representatives in several regional areas. Responsibilities • Develop and maintain old and new business accounts • Meet and/or exceed monthly/quarterly/annual sales objectives.
“A house of LIGHT in Lighthouse Country” Sundays - 10AM Worship 90 McColl Road, Bowser, BC (250) 757-8253
PICK-UP AND DELIVERY – Tune-ups and repairs to riding lawnmowers and all small engines. Buy and sell used equipment. Call Ron (250) 240-1971 e-mail: ronmorrison100@gmail.com.
Sales Representatives
• Create seasonal and/or industry-targeted marketing campaigns • Conduct market research and analysis within assigned geographic territory • Attend Chamber of Commerce and other networking opportunities and events
Wishing all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
The successful candidate will have proven sales ability, excellent organizational skills, can work to deadlines, has strong communication skills and the ability to multi-task. Print and online sales experience is required, as is an understanding of the value of social media marketing.
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Must have a valid drivers license, computer and a reliable car.
Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 am 757-8136
Please send your resume and cover letter to info@eyesonbc.com by January 31, 2014.
DON’S HOME REPAIR – Plumbing repairs and installations, complete renovations, no job too small. Call Don at (250) 757-8757 or cell (250) 951-8757.
Qualified for this position?
113 McColl Road, Bowser
FOOTCARE – HYGIENE Soaking feet, cutting nails, filing calluses, treating dry skin – fingernails too. Reflexology – 1 hour sessions. Services offered from Nanoose to Royston. Please call Vikki at (250) 757-9244.
Illusion Lake Sand & Gravel Off Horne Lake Road
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For those larger projects… Call for delivery or to Arrange pick-up
NELSON'S MUSIC STUDIO Piano/Theory Lessons Parksville/Qualicum Area Beginners to Advanced Your Home or Ours John/Margaret 250-954-5895 2 8
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Septic Installation
We encourage you to “think local” when looking for products or services
DEJA~VU DECOR CUSTOM DECOR & WINDOW COVERINGS
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250-248-2429 www.hbhorizon.ca
Tom Paille Philip Brown
250-240-4902 • 250-757-8077
by appointment only
EVENINGS
Land Surveying
surveyor-ark@uniserve.com
Insurance
Hearing Services
Drywall
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Custom Woodworks
Furniture Cabinets, Vanities, Mantles, Fireplaces, Surroundings also Repairs & Refinishing
Bobcat & Excavator
PLUMBING • GAS • HEATING
Picture Framing
Plumbing Gas Heating
Unit 11A, 1009 Allsbrook Rd, Parksville, BC
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Sage Simply Accounting & QuickBooks Free Consulation
Home Improvement
Bookkeeping Services
Carpentry
Bookkeeping
Convenient In Home Appointments
NEW! Gor-Tex Jackets
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Underhill Trucking Topsoils, Driveway Blue Chip, Fish Compost, All Aggregates (4 yrd loads max.), and Tandem Trailer Moves.
Bobcat & Excavator Service Serving Bowser, Qualicum Beach & Parksville
Call Carey in Bowser
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Custom Renovations
Sani Services
Electrician
cjsroofing@shaw.ca Justin Molyneaux (250) 240-3472
IRV MUELLER R.O.W.P. Treatment Plant Certified Maintenance Provider Assessments Available
RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • INDUSTRIAL ALTERNATE ENERGY
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WINTER SERVICES Same Day Service. Fully Insured.
FREE ESTIMATES • Yard Clean-Ups • Pruning • Gutters • Landscaping
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Choose from sensational, traditional recipes, all originating from Crete, an island renowned for its healthy diet made up of fresh and simple ingredients.
Lunch: Monday to Saturday
11:30am - 4:00pm Everything in our kitchen Dinner: 7 Days a week from 4:30pm is made in house daily, until late into the night from whole foods and high quality ingredients. Asteras Greek Taverna in the Old City Quarter 347 Wesley Street, Nanaimo • 250-716-0451• www.asteras.ca
• Decadent Treats and Goodies from Around The World • Plum Puddings and Rich Christmas Cakes • Gourmet Gift Baskets - Olive Oils, Vinegars, Chutneys • Truffles, Cheese Plates and Party Platters • All your Holiday Entertaining and Celebrating 21 years Gift Giving Needs
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The Pub offers daily food & drink specials, big screen TV’s, darts & billiards, and was voted
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Offers counselling and trauma healing from a somatic perspective
The liquor store has a large selection to choose from, including island wines and micro brews. No chill charge for cold beverages!
Phone: 250.591.0991 Toll Free: 1.888.697.0076 Email: lindydevine@shaw.ca
Pub: 250 753 3771 Liquor Store: 250 753 7118 Hours: Monday-Saturday, 10:30am-12:30am, Hours: Open 7 days a week, Sunday, 11am-12am. 9am-11pm.
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Light Up A Life, share the festive spirit and support a local family this holiday season. When you come to the Old City Quarter, bring along a gift item for the Haven Society and enter a draw throughout the Old City Quarter include The Teak Tree at #101-437 Fitzwilliam, Lobelia’s Lair at #8-321 Wesley, Sartorial Boutique at 310 Fitzwilliam, and Sweet Somethings at 309B Wesley. Ballots for the draw are located at various merchants in the Old City Quarter. Visit www.oldcityquarter.com or www.havensociety.com for more details.
Special Old City Quarter Holiday Events Saturday, November 30 - Saturday, December 21 Light Up A Life Campaign in the Old City Quarter
Saturday, November 30 & Sunday, December 1 11 am to 5 pm Old City Quarter / Downtown Artwalk
Thursday, December 12 • 5 pm
“Cocoa and Sweet Treats” with Allison Crowe Community Sing Along in the Old City Quarter at Real Food - #3-321 Wesley St. Real Food is generously donating the treats with hot cocoa from Lobelias Lair.
Saturday, December 14 • 7 pm
“Allison Crowe’s Nanaimo Tidings” Christmas Concert at St. Andrew’s Church, Wesley Street. Doors open at 6 pm, tickets available at various locations including Lobelia’s Lair at #8-321 Wesley & West Coast Classic Floral at 309C Wesley.
Saturdays, December 7, 14, 21 • 12 Noon - 4 pm
Horse-drawn trolley rides available through downtown and the Old City Quarter areas by donation.
Check our website at www.oldcityquarter.com or find us on