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The Jewel of Qualicum Beach: The Crown Mansion

by Dawn Hunter Clark

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here is a place in Qualicum Beach where yesterday and today have met in the most beautiful way and where nostalgia hits every part of you.

That place is the Crown Mansion.

In 1913, General Noel Money came to Qualicum Beach while on a fishing trip. An avid fisherman, hunter and golfer, he fell in love with the area and purchased six residential lots from the Merchants Trust & Trading Company, who were building the Qualicum Beach Hotel and Golf Club.

He had the Crown Mansion built while he returned to England to finish up his affairs there. He named the mansion after the crown of England. In 1914, General Money, his wife Maud and their children returned to Qualicum Beach and made the Crown Mansion their home.

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General Money quickly became an important member of the village as he assumed the roles of Managing Director of the Merchants Trust & Trading Company and as Managing Director of the newly built Qualicum Beach Hotel.

a New Year’s bash every year with the invitation open to everyone in the village.

Not long after, World War I began in August 1914. The next month, he resigned from his new management roles and returned to England with his family. At the age of 48, General Money rejoined his old regiment. His wife and children stayed at the Tower of London during the war with her father, who was the Keeper of the Crown Jewels.

After the war, the Moneys moved back to the Crown Mansion. He resumed his management roles with the trading company and the hotel. They were well-liked in the village, due to their undeniably nice natures. They hosted

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As a world traveller and having the ability to move up into the upper crust of society, General Money became a popular figure. For almost twenty years, Noel and Maud entertained many famous guests like; writer Zane Grey, and stars Rita Hayworth, Bob Hope and Errol Flynn, among notable others. Bing Crosby was known to break out into song after dinner in the dining room.

Even the King of Siam and his wife were guests of the Moneys in 1934, which kick-started tourism on Vancouver Island.

Each year, General Money bought a new Packard with license plate #1. Every Governor General of Canada during continued on page 23

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– Machiko and William Tell, and then in 1957, their second biological son was born.

Sonal (far left) is 13 years old, and in the 6th Grade.

She and her two brothers Katara Rahul and Bhadu have been at the Home for the past three years.

Hemangini (right) is 12 years old and also in 6th Grade. She spends most of her time reading.

CHILD HAVEN: MAKING A DIFFERENCE

by Cilla Lewenhaupt

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he Child Haven fundraiser that is coming up this October has a secret success weapon; a chef named Rikhi Datt.

raised in Nanaimo, his parents had the first Indian food restaurant at Departure Bay in Nanaimo called "Datt Place" back in the early days.

Rikhi Datt is a young man with a mission, to share his passion for cooking and give something to the children of the world. He and business partner, Dimitrius Apostolakos (son of the well-known Seaside Restaurant of Royston) recently opened a restaurant in Cumberland which is all part of his plan to share great international cuisine with mid-Vancouver Island diners.

Their 4 Quarters restaurant offers dishes representing the flavours of four countries, Italy, Greece, Finland and India ... all under one roof!

Child Haven International is delighted to have Rikhi as a major draw for the fabulous dinner that has become an Oceanside tradition for 22 years.

The story of Child Haven has its beginnings in the hearts of two very compassionate and giving human beings who, after they married in 1953, planned to have only two biological children of their own, with thoughts of adopting two more.

Neither of them wanted to bring a lot of children into the world, which was overpopulated already.

Fred Cappuccino, a newly ordained Methodist minister, had just returned home from Japan, where he had worked in orphanages for three years when he married Bonnie McClung, a young student nurse from the farmland of Illinois. Their first biological son Robin Hood was born a year later, followed by the adoption of a mixed race girl and boy from Japan

Rikhi took over cooking for the Courtenay Child Haven fundraiser when he was approached at his restaurant "Go Mango" to make chutney for the event about six years ago. Rikhi now handles all cooking and with many helpers, he feeds almost 400 people over two evenings.

The restaurant business has always been a part of Rikhi's life. Born and

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Well, because their hearts were big and there were so many children to love, they could not stop there and they went on to adopt a total of 19 boys and girls from 11 countries, most of them in the Far East. During this time, circumstances had taken them from the U.S. to Canada where they settled in Maxville, becoming Canadian citizens in 1976.

As if raising 21 children isn’t enough reason to retire to a quiet life, when many of their kids were grown up, they turned their thoughts to the destitute children of India. Together with a Cornwall, Ontario, physician, Dr. Natubhai Shah and his wife, Kala, and others, they founded the nonsectarian non-profit organization, Child Haven International.

Thousands of miles away from India across the Pacific Ocean, citizens in the Parksville Qualicum communities have been supporting and celebrating this amazing Canadian grass-roots charity that has since founded ten Homes in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Tibet, making homes for over 1,300 children.

This year organizers are pleased to announce the The 22nd Annual Child Haven Fundraising Dinner which will take place at the Parksville Conference and Community Centre on Friday, October 20.

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Predictions - October 2017 Aries (March 21-April 19) - This month is the perfect time to form working units and get involved with others. Welcome the advice of others. Consult experts.

Because whatever you do – that old adage “Two heads are better than one” really applies during this window of time. Likewise, personal relationships will come under your scrutiny because you have the best chance all year to examine the relationships that are closest to you. The thing to remember is that for your own benefit – you must be as good for your partner as he or she is for you.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) - You can be stubborn (“Someone just honked at me to get out of my parking spot. Now have we have to stay here till both of us are dead!”) This month, you will use this determined energy to bounce back and forth between work and play. The Sun makes you want to raise your standards, and be efficient and work hard. It makes you want to improve your health as well. Nevertheless, Mercury, Venus and Mars are urging you to play! This means you will juggle work – with fierce determination – and still slip away on a vacation and party with abandon!

Gemini (May 21-June 20) - While others are scurrying like busy squirrels gathering their nuts for the winter, you are in play mode! This month brings vacations, fun getaways, parties, arts-related activities, sports events and playful, energetic times with children. You want to be free to do your own thing and express your creativity. Nevertheless, even though you’re having fun, you will still put a lot of energy into your home with redecorating projects, repairs and opportunities to buy beautiful things for yourself and family members.

Tension with partners will diminish by the end of the year.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) - You are a nester. Your home and your family are a top priority for you. This is the reason that this month, you will choose to cocoon in familiar surroundings at home. You might also be more involved with a parent. You still have opportunities to explore chances to improve and enhance your home as well as take advantage of real-estate opportunities or anything that will create your dream home. However,

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Mercury, Venus and Mars compete for your attention by urging you to take short trips, get out and talk to everyone, plus read, write and study. Yeah, you’re busy!

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) - Gear up for a fast-paced, busy month! Many of you will take short trips. You will also be busy with an ambitious To Do list of errands and increased reading and writing. You will also have a strong focus on money, cash flow and earnings right now, which is why you are full of moneymaking ideas; and at the same time, buying beautiful things for yourself and loved ones. Ka-ching! Dust yourself off and get ready for this busy pace because it’s here. Eat well, get enough rest and exercise to stay performance ready.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) - This month Mercury, Venus and Mars are in your sign. This makes you eager to talk to others. You will get out and be busy because you’ve got the energy and drive to do things. Mars makes you, pretty strong but Venus will soften how you communicate to others. This means you will be effective when dealing with everyone and will likely get your way. This is a good time to take up a new exercise regime. Meanwhile, focus on moneymaking ideas, earnings and ways to most effectively use what you own to make your life easier. ) You own your stuff. It doesn’t own you.)

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) - The Sun will be in your sign making you energized! This is your chance to rejuvenate and restore yourself for the rest of the year. The Sun also has a magical ability to attract favourable situations and people to you, which means you’ll be busy socializing and doing deals. Nevertheless, from the point of view of others, you will also be incommunicado much of the time because you will be doing a lot behind the scenes. This could be work. It could be private activities. And it might also be a secret love affair.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) - Two opposing messages exist for you this month. The Sun makes you want to hide and catch up on stuff. So much to do! So little time!

This influence makes you happy to work alone and be quietly productive. You will want to feel protected and safe. However, Mercury, Venus and Mars urge you to schmooze and get involved with others! Naturally, you

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will do both. You’ll be out there interacting with people and maybe even leading the pack – and yet, the minute you get a chance, you will run home to make popcorn and watch TV.

Comf t and Guidance

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) - You’re popular!

You’re talking to everyone, joining clubs, groups and associations – and perhaps even starting an organization or a committee. (Note: the people you hang out with influence your mind, and your mind makes your decisions, which means that ultimately, your friends influence your future. That’s why it pays to hang out with people you respect.) Fortunately, you make a fabulous impression on bosses, parents and VIPs. In fact, a romance with a boss will begin for some.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) - This is the only month all year when the Sun is at the top of your chart for four weeks, symbolically casting a flattering light on you, which is why you look great to bosses, parents and VIPs. You don’t have to do anything special to impress them because it’s magic. Obviously, you can take advantage of this by advancing your agenda going and go after what you want. Meanwhile, grab every chance to explore higher education, opportunities in publishing, and travel as much as possible because these things are also in the cards for you. Well done!

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Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) - Some of the best opportunities all year to travel and get further training and education exist this month! Do anything to broaden your horizons and enrich your life. Explore avenues in publishing, the media, medicine and the law. Doors will open! Meanwhile, disputes about inheritances, shared property, taxes and insurance issues are unavoidable. Note: This same influence also amps your sex drive! Romance will be passionate and the stuff of movies. (“He was strong, compassionate and really knew how to accessorize.�)

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) - Be on your toes! You will have to face situations where your values are different from the values of someone else. You might have to learn to agree to disagree. (Generally impossible.) You will also be focused on bills, insurance issues, shared property and inheritances because you want to get on top of this stuff. (A harp is a piano after taxes.)

Meanwhile, Mercury, Venus and Mars are all opposite your sign. Mercury promotes conversations with others. Venus makes everything cozy and wonderful.

But Mars makes you irritated! You can see why you can’t leave home without your wits. ~

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INTEGRITY. FINDING BALANCE IN A STORM SURGE

by Joanne Sales

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was surprised how much better I felt after I figured out a way to pray for Donald Trump. It was a curious reaction – not the prayer, but the peace of mind and strength I felt after getting the wording figured out. After all, it appeared to be only wording. The news headlines didn’t change. Maybe I changed.

Cognitive dissonance is a psychological term for trying to hold internally two contradictory positions.

Discordant beliefs and ideals or a conflict between one’s beliefs and behavior.

The opposite of cognitive dissonance is integrity. Integrity is the way we honestly knit together the parts of ourselves into a coherent whole, without compromising what is most cherished or honoured.

You see, I was split. On one side, there is Donald Trump, who is the antithesis of everything I believe in, and a danger to all of us everywhere.

On the other side, there is a noble call for compassion for all beings.

The two strong currents were at war inside me. How can I possibly wish well for Donald Trump? How could I resolve this?

So here it is. A prayer for Donald Trump. “Let Donald Trump get himself out of this presidential situation without accruing more insurmountable bad karma.”

That’s it. Simple – eh? But it’s a winwin. He gets out without another billion years of bad karma to repay.

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And you and I get through these dark times with our skin intact.

After almost a year, here at last were some words I could say without squirming, compromising - or throwing up. ~

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went with my granddaughters to the Salt Spring Fall Fair. We watched a sheepdog herd a small group of sheep. The dog’s friend and trainer stood by the pen and instructed the dog with voice and hand. The obedient dog followed his every command. “Bring them here.”

“Hold back.” “Keep them still.”

Sometimes the sheep would run off behind the trees or to the far side of the pen. The dog kept up his work of regrouping and guiding them, until the sheep went into the pen. The trainer’s words were the organizing instructions.

We are both the trainer and the sheepdog to ourselves. Like the trainer, we also use words to organize and shepherd our minds.

“Instructions” bring our wayward thoughts into some kind of order. The organizing words may come from inside or outside of us.

His Holiness the Dalai Lama says that he is inspired by his favourite prayer from an eighth‑century Indian Buddhist master, Shantideva. “So long as space remains and suffering of sentient beings is there, I will remain to serve,” he recites. “That prayer really gives me inner strength.”

That’s his organizing principle. When that centre piece is activated, all the

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other pieces of the jigsaw puzzle align themselves and find their position.

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ur affirmations, intentions and prayers matter, especially if they are clear. They are declarations of what we want and hope for, as well as an expression of our openness and surrender.

We humans have to deal with very intense experiences.

A friend told her ailing friend that she was no longer praying for him to get better. “Oh thank you!” he exclaimed.

He was ready to go.

I too had to search for the right attitude during the last ten years of my mother’s life, after she had a severe stroke which left her unable to talk or move her right side. When she was well, we used to sing songs like Summertime: One of these mornings you're gonna rise up singing And you'll spread your wings and you'll take to the sky.

That was the morning she was waiting for. I would not/could not help her on that. But I found this positive affirmation in a book. “I release my mother to her highest good.” That was it! Whatever was best for her – that’s what I wanted. I was neither going to hold on or stand in the way. Finding those words didn’t change what I did as her full-time caretaker, but it changed how I felt while doing it. ~

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onesty is a cornerstone of integrity. For those newer to the planet, I’d like to say, things have not always been this bad.

Most reporters used to work hard to verify their facts. Fake news as a pop art form is a rather new phenomena. If we could see all the lies flying around in cyberspace, it would look like the plague – which it is.

Social media doesn’t encourage our utmost honesty either. We present the happy, successful, flawless version of ourselves. Those happy posts and subtle misrepresentations actually lead many people into depression.

“My life is a dud. Everyone else is happier than I am.” Well, that’s not true.

Judy Ketteler decided to draw back from social media for that reason.

She wrote an article for the New York Times, “How Honesty Could Make You Happier.” Ketteler’s 6-year-old daughter told her that telling the truth made her feel “gold in her brain.”

So Ketteler decided to try to only tell the truth, even when it was hard, and to keep an honesty journal. After weeks, the mother confirmed what the daughter had discovered. She too felt “gold in her brain.”

“Research from the University of Notre Dame has shown that when people consciously stopped telling lies, including white lies, for 10 weeks, they had fewer physical ailments (like headaches) and fewer mental health complaints (like symptoms of depression) than a control group that did not focus on honesty.”

In addition, “The bottom line is that focusing on honesty is a way to actively engage with the world, versus passively complain about it.” ~

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ertainty is not the same as integrity. Certainty is hard on the edges, while integrity is alive and growing.

If we want to search for confirmation that we are “right”, we can find it on the internet – no matter what we want

to believe. But it gets us into trouble.

Fundamentalism on every level is marked primarily by its closed door policy. No new ideas or inspiration allowed. Holding firmly to a belief that we think is the whole truth (but which may in fact be a half truth) can be dangerous.

An African proverb tells us, "The one who knew everything built a house without a door."

The thinking mind never has it all figured out. Integrity is beyond words. Words are guideposts, but integrity is more open-ended.

It is more of an attitude or view.

As we grow, greater truths reveal themselves.

In Hinduism, members are allowed the freedom to change as they mature and have greater inner and outer experiences. There is freedom for evolution, and the acceptance that through the years, the form of our beliefs will grow and change. Change of form does not imply abandonment.

One dictionary defines integrity as the state of being whole. The British dictionary adds unity. I’d like to add inner harmony.

It brings to mind an ancient Hindu verse that helps in inner organizing.

The verse points to three levels of harmony. This oversimplified interpretation works for us.

The One in harmony with the One. The One in harmony with the Many.

The Many in harmony with the Many.

The first line is beyond us at the moment. The third line refers to what we see and what appears separate.

You and I can see each other, so we are among the Many. (We can only wish there was more harmony among us!)

The middle line points towards the often forgotten vertical connection.

Although we have names, we are still connected to that which has no name, which gives us breath and

life. The integrity of that relationship influences everything else.

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e’re always struggling to bring about more harmony in ourselves just to keep our balance on this spinning planet. My Trump prayer was such an attempt at finding balance. But I will not tell a lie. I do absolutely and sincerely want Donald Trump and all he represents to just go away. But that’s not going to happen overnight.

“The truth does not change according to our ability to stomach it.” Flannery O’Connor wrote.

So we have work ahead, and some very real and difficult situations to deal with. But in process, we don’t want to let ourselves become “normalized” to the lack of morality and compassion we’re witnessing.

During the Viet Nam war, a man named A.J. Muste stood outside the White House night after night holding a lit candle. A reporter asked him, “Do you really think you will change the country’s policies by standing out here alone with a candle?” Muste answered, “Oh, I don’t do this to change the country. I do this so the country won’t change me.”

We will change, actually. Hopefully for the better. It may help us to light a candle (like Muste), make a commitment to honesty (like Ketteler), or return again and again to integrating verses or prayers (as our ancestors did).

The philosopher Pythagoras brought forth the ancient Greek term cosmos to describe the complex and orderly system of the universe. Cosmos is the opposite of chaos. It may feel that at the moment that chaos reigns. We don’t know it all, nor should or could we. But in this whole vast cosmos of unknowing, it is possible for us to know a clarity, a humble openness and strength that allows us to stand up straight in what feels like chaos.

It takes work but it’s worth it. That’s integrity. ~

Joanne Sales is a freelance writer, blueberry farmer, and offers workshops in EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), and the fine art of brewing Kombucha. Comments and questions about her articles and/or upcoming workshops can be directed to joanne@glasswing.com.

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all has arrived, and with it some great opportunities to enjoy our forests' changing colours. Longer nights mean mornings start cool and are heavy with dew, while sunny days can warm up to temperatures not unlike the height of summer. Unsettled weather can bring spectacular windstorms and torrential downpours before clearing to blue skies and rainwater steaming off rocks and foliage. Dressing for outings should recognise these shorter days and changeable conditions. Lightweight layers are essential to adapt to rising and falling temperatures and backpacks should be big enough to hold the layers being removed when temperatures rise, as well as other outdoor essentials. Many recreational hikers get caught out at this time of year, specifically because they “only plan to be away from the car for an hour or so” and don't think about what will happen if they are delayed. Carrying some basic outdoor equipment can make all the difference between getting back a little late or having to make a 911 call.

Although it may seem excessive to some, the concept of preparing for an outing not going to plan is no different to that of wearing a seat belt while driving.

One may not intend to crash, but it’s too late to wish one had taken a simple precautionary measure as an event is unfolding. Surprisingly, coastal British Columbia has the highest incidence of hypothermia in Canada, and this is in no small part due to the complacency that comes with milder daytime temperatures. Add a little dampness, however, and the inevitable onset of cold as dusk turns to night, and comfort will turn to chilliness, which in turn will turn to danger. This is especially true if injury, disorientation or darkness prevent

AUTUMN HIKING: KEEPING IT SAFE

by Michael Addiscott, Outsider Adventures

Michael Addiscott of Outsider Adventures teaches Wilderness Skills to a group of day hikers. movement. A perfect temperature for hiking quickly becomes extremely uncomfortable for anyone obliged to hunker down without appropriate protection.

Given how many rescues involve people on short hikes who didn’t think they needed to prepare, I can assure you that a few, simple mitigations can make the difference between improving a bad situation versus having it deteriorate in a frightening, embarrassing and potentially fatal event.

Good practice always starts with leaving a trip plan, including estimated time of return, with someone who will call 911 should you become overdue.

While no-one is immune from turning an ankle, going down the wrong trail, or even finding someone else in difficulty trailside, carrying the essentials of 1st Aid kit, foil survival blanket, whistle, headlamp, a warm layer and lightweight waterproofs will mean that you can hunker down

safely and wait for help to arrive. If simply delayed on a trail you know well, having a headlamp will let you keep moving after dusk, whereas many people who don’t think beyond the day they have planned forget that it can get very dark, very early, especially under a canopy of trees and cloud.

All of this, along with the ability to make good decisions, will allow you to enjoy your outings with more confidence. Having been involved in many Fall callouts, I can tell you that a significant proportion of the 3,000 plus people who need rescue annually in BC simply didn’t think it was going to happen to them, and the fear and discomfort many of them experience while hoping help gets to them in time could easily have been avoided.

Contact Outsider Adventures in Qualicum Beach for information on hiking skills and what you need to be prepared in the outdoors. Free trip plan available on our Facebook page and website: www.outsideradventures.com

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Email: classified@eyesonbc.com SERVICES OFFERED / NEEDED THE FIX-IT SHOP – Repairs to all makes and models of lawnmowers and ride on lawn tractors, including John Deere. Pick-up and delivery available.

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MEMOIR WRITING WORKSHOP Six Monday afternoons starting October 16.

McMillan Arts Centre, Parksville storyteller.marva@shaw.ca OR 250-594-3221 OR www.wordweaver.info/ workshops Don’t delay.

All previous workshops sold out.

EFT - EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUE WORKSHOPS - Learn how this effective technique can help you find your way to better emotional health. PLUS ... KOMBUCHA WORKSHOP - Make Your Own Kombucha. Contact Joanne for more information about both these workshops. joanne@glasswing. com. www.islandhealing.ca

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250-757-9222 • website: www.rcl211.ca • email: rcl211@shaw.ca Hall Rentals 250-757-9222 • Tue and Fri 9am - 12 noon Sunday Oct. 15 .............. Veteran’s Appreciation Dinner. Doors open at 11:30.

Dinner at 12:00 pm.

Tuesday Oct. 24th ......... Legion General meeting @ 7:00pm Friday Oct. 27th ............ Poppy Campaign begins – Call the Legion for Wreath Orders.

Once a month on the Second Sunday of every month from 8am ‘til noon, it’s been a long-standing Qualicum Bay tradition to check out the Market and have breakfast with neighbours and community!

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reetings all, Arlene and I hope you enjoyed your summer, we certainly did. Following find a short update. As always, should you wish to discuss any of this, do not hesitate to call.

Salmon Spawn - The first sign of Fall for me is the return of the salmon. At the Big Qualicum, the Chinook Salmon have returned and are being followed in

by Pink and Coho. The last run will be the Chum which should be in the river until at least end-November. The river is a great place to walk this time of year as nature sends everything it can to feast off the salmon. Watch out for bears and the stuff that bears leave behind.

Area H Taxes - We have done a very early look at the 2018 RDN budget for Area H and we are forecasting a very slight decrease in our taxes. This would be the forth year in a row for tax decreases in our Area.

Cannabis Legalization - As you are no doubt aware, the Federal Government intends to legalize the recreational use of marihuana in 2018. This has significant consequences for the Province and local government. The Province has started public consultations on this and would like your feedback. If you are interested in commenting, follow this link: https:// engage.gov.bc.ca/BCcannabisregulation/

RDN Recreation and Parks October Events and Programs Note, if you are interested in any of these programs Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks at 250-248-3252 to pre-register. View recreation programs online at rdn.bc.ca/ recreation.

Parksville Lion’s and Save-On-Foods Free Family Skate - This popular session is back starting October 1st.

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Archery - Jump in the RDN Van to the Nanoose archery range to learn to shoot a bow and arrow and try your skill at hitting the bull's eye. Transportation provided to and from Oceanside Place arena. Monday, October 2nd from 3:30 to 6:00 pm. Cost is $25.

SafeTALK Workshop - SafeTALK is a half-day suicide alertness training that prepares anyone over the age of 15, regardless of prior experience of training, to become a suicide-alert helper. Tuesday, October 3rd from 1:00 to 4:30 pm at Craig Street Commons.

Cost is $35.

Geology Tour - Join Dr. Steven Earle for an interpretive geology tour on the beaches of Nanoose Bay. Learn simple identification techniques and a bit about the island's geological history.

Transportation will be provided from your choice of either Oceanside Place Arena at 9:00 am or Nanoose Place at 9:30 am. Wednesday, October 4th from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. Cost is $29.

Canvas Art for Kids - Jenny Hughes will guide you through how to paint a fantastic yet surprisingly simple acrylic painting. No experience necessary.

All supplies are provided. Thursday, October 5 from 5:45 to 7:15 pm at Craig Street Commons. Cost is $30.

Mother Goose Family Swim - Bring your little ducklings to Ravensong Aquatic Centre to swim and play for a couple of hours on Saturday, October 7th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Enjoy rhymes and songs and a visit with Mother Goose. Regular admission.

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Babysitters Certification Program Become a Red Cross certified babysitter.

This course introduces basic first aid, how to respond to emergency situations, explains baby and child care, offers advice on becoming a responsible babysitter, and tips for finding babysitting jobs. Price includes manual and certificate. Saturday, October 14 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm at Qualicum Commons. Cost is $46.35.

Disco Light Skate for all ages - Catch dance fever under the disco lights at Oceanside Place Arena. The flashing lights and pumping music will take you back in time on Saturday October 14th from 7:30 to 9:00 pm. Regular admission.

RDN 50th Anniversary & Coombs to Parksville Rail Trail Opening Celebration - Join the Regional District of Nanaimo Saturday, October 14th at Springwood Park in Parksville to celebrate fifty years of providing services in this region and take part in the official opening of the Coombs to Parksville Rail Trail. The official opening starts at 10:30 am; learn about past, current and future projects and services the RDN provides; register your bike with the Oceanside Community Safety Volunteers; and enter to win prizes. Explore woodlot 031 with Silver Spur Riding Club and take advantage of our special shuttle service to or from Coombs available from 12:00 to 4:00 pm.

School’s Out Everyone Welcome Skate - School is out but skating is in at Oceanside Place Arena on Friday, September 22, Monday, September 25, Thursday October 19 and Friday, October 20, from 1:30 to 3:00 pm.

NEW Monday Reduced Rate Skate - The arena is the place to be on Mondays after school for the NEW Reduced Rate Skate from 3:00 to 5:00 pm, starting Monday, October 2nd. Hockey enthusiasts – the far end of the ice will be set up for pond hockey, bring your helmet and a stick.

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his poem is a composite of images from these three events, each of which, in its own way, felt surreal at the time.

- I was fishing a remote part of the Highwood River in Alberta and didn't leave myself time to get back to my vehicle before dark. I had no flashlight so I decided to bushwhack in a straight line through the forest to save time.

I pushed on through a tough area and became stranded among large fallen trees and beaver dams. Darkness fell and I couldn't see my way. Around midnight I heard running water then regained the river and my car at about 2 am.

- I drove to Spider Lake at first light in winter. The water was flat calm and there was a low ground fog. A flock of trumpeter swans was floating there, completely still, only their heads showing above the mist.

- I went overnight backpacking by myself in early spring to near the head of Lake Minnewanka in Alberta. After getting too close for comfort to a grizzly in the night, I struck camp before first light. As the sun rose I saw a bull elk, behaving as in the poem. (Pretty much, anyway!). ~

The horizon garrottes the twilight’s throat. I sleepwalk through slash and over deadfall. My arms, white canes, antenna me through copses; touching tree-trunks, legs of huge tenebrios, whose abdomens are canopies of darkness under elytra, I walk. Winds whisper mantra after mantra.

Now branches frieze the sky—wrought-iron frost-work Cistines the darkling beetles’ undersides.

I see an Agincourt arrow, a kingfisher, flash-track, grey, but fletched with blurs of blues and reds, through ribs of fallen trees that cage a reach where swans' necks question whether day will break.

A bull-elk rears. His forelegs scissor the moon-rays.

He splashes down, legs thrashing the water, then dips his head in the glister, raises his rack like a sunrise, shakes it, smithereening his crown, then grasps the horizon’s rope in his antlers; with a swing and a sling, throws bolas at darkness’s legs and unstrangles the sun. ~

ABOUT THIS POEM This poem has three six-line stanzas, each rhymed ababcc using "slant" or partial rhymes. The lines are pentameter (5 beats) with intermingled two-and three-syllable metrical units or "feet" (e.g. da-da-DA and da-DA). The meter of the

first line is: "the horIZon garrOTTES the TWIlight's THROAT. i SLEEPwalk."

Robert Frost frequently used this type of "loose pentameter." The metaphor in the closing sentence connects with the one in the opening line.

The poem has appeared in print in "Able Muse" and, with a voice file, on the Able Muse website. To find the voice file, Google "John Beaton Lost Overnight in the Woods." It has also appeared in two poetry anthologies.

John Beaton lives in Qualicum Beach. His poetry has been widely published. He served for four years as moderator of one of the Internet’s most reputable poetry workshops and is a Spoken Word performer, a member of the band Celtic Chaos, and a coorganizer of local events, including a community showcase for musicians and Spoken Word performers, the Qualicum Acoustic Café (QUAC). You can find samples of John’s work by searching online for “John Beaton poetry”. To receive a monthly newsletter about local community events organized by John and his family and friends, email him at jabeaton@gmail.com. ~

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continued from page 7 Child Haven Dinner Child Haven is based on the philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi which does not recognize caste, promotes equality of the sexes, nonviolence, vegetarian meals, respect for cultural/religious background and, last but not least, simple living.

This energetic fundraiser features delicious vegetarian delicacies showcasing the flavours of India and the culinary skills of chef Rikhi Datt, accompanied by the sounds of Kumbana Marimba, sitar by Ryan Power, and the fiddle tunes of the Oceanside Jammers.

Browse the Indian Marketplace, silent auction with exotic Asian wares and jewelry and meet humanitarians Bonnie and Fred Cappuccino, founders of Child Haven. Learn of their incredible We encourage you to visit Child Haven Dinner chef Rikhi Datt's "4 Quarters" Restaurant in Cumberland, BC. Shown dedication to help some of the here ... Spanakopita with Kennebec fries; one of many delicious breakfast & lunch options at 2744 Dunsmuir Ave · poorest children of the world 8am-3pm Wednesday to Monday, closed Tuesdays. · Linda Tenney photo become highly functioning members of their communities. Child Haven Mark your calendars, open your pocketbook and join your community as we gather under also actively fosters a deep sense of the Child Haven Tent and support this amazing organization. ~ community right across this country.

Each year, hundreds of volunteers Parksville Conference and Community Centre in cities stretching from Victoria to Friday, October 20, 2017. Doors open at 5:30pm. NO HOST bar.

Halifax to Massachusetts to Vermont For full table reservations please call (250) 752-0968. organize fundraisers just like the one in Parksville to raise money for Child Tickets: Adults: $30, Children 12 & under: $10. Tickets available at Haven's overseas 'kids.'

Amrikko's Grill and Fireside Books in Parksville and Arbutus Fashions in Qualicum Beach.

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LIONS RECREATION HALL (LRH) 280 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. LET'S FLOOR CURL! A great sport for fun, friendship and game competition.

We play Mondays and Fridays, 1-3pm in the Lions Rec Hall in lovely Qualicum Bay. Curling rocks are supplied. Floor curling is affordable, easy to play, great for all ages and capabilities. Our Club is 55+ BC Games eligible. Worth a try! FMI call Fred or Lorraine at 250-752-0216.

Lighthouse Country & beyond LIGHTHOUSE COMMUNITY CENTRE (LCC) 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. SECOND SUNDAY MARKET at the Lighthouse Community Centre in Qualicum Bay – Sunday Sep 10th - 8am-noon, Pancake Breakfast - $6 or $8. Enjoy live music, breakfast, shopping for a treasure, or even a few chickens for your coop! Bowser Elementary PAC will be serving up breakfast.

BOW HORNE BAY COMMUNITY CLUB Join us in the Nordin Room at the Lighthouse Community Ctr the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7pm. Welcome new members to keep our yearly events ongoing.

Call Joanne Ferreiro 250-228-4231 or email us at bowhornebayclub@gmail.com ADULT BADMINTON. Mondays 7 pm starting Sept. 25th. ADULT PICKLEBALL. Thurs. 3:30 pm starting Sept. 28th.

Lighthouse Community Centre in Qualicum Bay. Drop-in fee $4, equipment provided, beginners welcome, 15 years +. info ph.

250-757-8307. email: steelehunt@shaw.ca LIGHTHOUSE SENIORS – Branch 152 – meet at 11:30am in the Seniors Room at the Lighthouse Community Centre on the first Monday of every month. For more information, please call Joan at 250-7579536.

BRIDGE – Seniors Room, 1-4pm Fridays at the LCC. FMI Sheila Steele 250-757-8307.

LIGHTHOUSE COUNTRY SCRAPBOOKERS Meet 3rd Saturday monthly at the Lions' Rec Hall, 9:30am-4:30pm. $10. Door prizes. FMI Jorgie 250-757-8358 or Shirley 250-7578384.

FOR MORE ACTIVITIES AT THE LCC, VISIT WWW.COMMUNITYHALL.CA

QUALICUM BAY LIONS CLUB – Meet at 7pm, every second and fourth Tuesday in the Lions Den at the Lions’ Rec Hall.

PARKSVILLE / QUALICUM BEACH AND AREA 3rd ANNUAL MID ISLAND MUSHROOM FESTIVAL. North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre, Co-hosted by the Arrowsmith Naturalists. Sunday Oct 15, 11am-4pm.

Admission - suggested donation $5, children 12 and under are free. FMI: 250-2488534 or www.niwra.org. Learn about the ecological role of fungi and their uses as food, medicine, dyes, etc. Mushroom logs & grow kits available. 1240 Leffler Road, Errington. Free Parking. The Salvation Army is partnering with us for this event by providing a shuttle service for your ease and convenience from 1500 Grafton Road to NIWRA. As a “thank you” for this service we encourage all our visitors this day to bring non-perishable food items for the local food bank.

The EAGLECREST GARDEN CLUB meets on Wednesday October 18, 2017 at 7 pm at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre. Speaker: Barbara Ebell from Nanoose Edibles Topic: Food Sustainability from your Home Garden. All Welcome, guests $3. For more info: Jenny 250-954-3888.

TAOIST™ TAI CHI - Mondays 10:00-noon at the Lighthouse Community Centre in Qualicum Bay. Contact: 250-240-3387 or parksville@taoist.org LIGHTHOUSE SPINNERS – Bring your Spinning Wheels and fibre and meet the Lighthouse Spinners at the LCC, Tuesdays at 10:30am. FMI Call 778-424-1001.

CARPET BOWLING – 12:45 to 3pm at the LCC. FMI Call Layne (250) 757-8217.

AA LIGHTKEEPERS - Fridays at 7pm at the LCC. FMI contact (250) 757-2300.

The QUALICUM BEACH GARDEN CLUB will meet on Tues. Oct. 10, 2017 at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre. Doors open at 7pm, meeting: 7:30-9:00 pm. All are welcome. Guest fee: $3, or become a member: annual fee of $15 and attend free. Topic: Putting Your Garden to Bed. Speaker: Amy Robson

ELEGANT THREADS. QUALICUM WEAVERS AND SPINNERS will hold their annual sale Friday November 24th - 11 am - 5 pm and Saturday November 25th - 10 am - 5 pm.

Unique, quality, hand-crafted clothing, household articles, hand-spun yarns.

Silent auction of members handwork, plus demonstrations of weaving and spinning.

Free admission. At Rotary House, corner of Fern and Beach, Qualicum Beach.

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Crown Mansion - continued frm page 5 that time, were guests at the mansion and now license plate #1 is reserved for each new Governor General that comes into office.

After General Money died in 1941, the mansion was sold to his neighbour, Major James Lowry who owned the mansion until 1952, when he sold it to R.A. Brown and his wife Genevieve.

Mr. Brown was the son of an Alberta oil tycoon and was involved in the takeover of Home Oil, which in a weird coincidence, was the company that Major Lowry started. Not only had R.A. Brown bought Major Lowry’s company, he also bought his home.

The Brown’s lived in the Crown Mansion for over forty years. It must have been a glorious time. They really brought life back into the mansion. They upgraded the interior extensively. They had woodwork done in the Music Room complete with carvings of musical instruments. Zebra wood was fitted on the walls and hidden bar in the Cigar Lounge. They installed an elevator for Granny next to the kitchen so she didn’t have to struggle on the stairs.

The Browns also added to the exterior of the mansion. They put in a figure eight-shaped pool, with tiles that led to a one-level pool house, attached garage, outside bar and tennis courts, all surrounded by the now protected Heritage Forest.

The mansion at that time was a lively, popular house with endless parties and servants to keep everything just so. The Browns had many famous guests who came there to enjoy its beautiful setting, pleasure and comfort. John Wayne, ‘The Duke’ himself, sailed his yacht, The Wild Goose up the Georgia Strait, docked in French Creek and came to the mansion to play cards and smoke cigars.

Another strange coincidence is, the current owner of the Crown Mansion is restoring the 136-foot sister yacht to the Wild Goose.

In 1955, R.A. Brown learned of plans to sell the golf course, in front of the mansion, and develop the property into residential lots. In fear of losing his view of the golf course and the ocean beyond,

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he bought the golf course which still exists today.

After years of joy and memories at the mansion, Mr. Brown died in 1972.

Twenty years later, his executors finally sold the estate to the Town of Qualicum.

The Crown Mansion was sold in 2002 to new owners who also own the Crown Isle Resort and Golf Community in the Comox Valley. In 2008, sixteen villas were added to the newly restored mansion, in keeping with the original appearance. In 2011, Butler’s Restaurant opened in the mansion using the dining and music rooms on the main floor.

The Crown Mansion is an awardwinning boutique hotel which offers nightly accommodations in six beautiful rooms, and five luxurious villas.

Delicious meals are served in classic elegance at Butler’s Restaurant.

The Crown Mansion is excited about its future in Qualicum Beach and has many plans to entice guests through its doors. October 1st until December 30th, Sundays to Thursdays, guests can enjoy the Autumn Dine & Stay Package for $99

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On New Year’s Eve the mansion hosts a Great Gatsby gala that's sure to be a hit.

Tickets go on sale November 1st.

Information on accommodation, specials, Butler’s Restaurant, New Year’s Eve, weddings, parties and more can be found on their website: www.crownmansion.com or on their Facebook page. Stop by the Mansion anytime at 292 Crescent Road in Qualicum Beach or give them a ring at 1-250-752-5776 Class, prestige, peace and beauty, mixed with history and nostalgia, creates a unique feeling at the Crown Mansion – the jewel of Qualicum Beach. ~ The front entrance of the Crown Mansion · page 5 · Dawn Hunter Clark photo Dawn Hunter Clark is a local author living in Bowser, BC. Her recently published book "Paranormal Canadian Tales: A Supernatural Journey" has received rave reviews and is available on Amazon.

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