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MY MOTHER SAID...
Islanders share the wisdom and the love of the women who made them who they are
FOUNDATION CHANGES
David Podmore praises his predecessor’s accomplishments at community foundation
THANK YOU, KONRAD
BIM’s retiring building inspector known for his respect of people’s needs while ensuring rules were followed
Hundreds gather to remember Colin Ruloff BRONWYN BEAIRSTO It was like a warm embrace for a grieving community. More than a thousand people gathered Saturday afternoon at the Bowen Island Lodge to celebrate the life of Colin Ruloff. Twenty-three-year-old Colin died on April 24 in a dirt bike accident on the island. With cloudless skies and a warm sun, family, friends, classmates, fellow musicians, former teachers and community members remembered an adventurous, caring man with a wide smile and musical heart. The hall was full, and people wrapped themselves around the outside of the building, peering in through the windows and lined up six deep in some areas. Colin came to Bowen at the age of three months with his parents Walt and Laura, and grew up alongside three younger brothers: Chad, Andrew and Charlie. He went to school on the island all the way through Grade 9, nurturing a knack for both visual arts and music. Cates Hill Chapel pastor Phil Adkins led the service, where friends and family spoke of a gentle soul who pushed himself from a young age, determined to make it on his own, but always willing to help out a friend. Story continues page 6
HANGING OUT IN NEW STUDIO SPACE Scott Massey gets ready for Saturday’s opening of his exhibit in Artisan Square. When the space, called Terminal Creek Contemporary, is not being used as his studio, he will host other artists’ works. Story page 8. Bronwyn Beairsto photo
Island groups take the lead on local trails BRONWYN BEAIRSTO More than half a decade ago, 12-year-old Sophie Walters’ class got lost on Mt. Gardner. “When there was a look-out point, there were three to five different trails to go on,” the Undercurrent reported Walters saying back in 2014. “There were even some trails that lead you all the way to the bottom of the hike.” When the Rotary Club asked local youth how to make Bowen a
better place, Walters spoke up. Signs, the trails needed proper signs, she told the Rotary Club. But, until last Thursday, locals weren’t technically allowed to modify the trails or their signage. Much of the land on Bowen Island is Crown land, including Mt. Gardner, and on this land, the province had to look after all trail modifications. On May 3, three local organizations — Bowen Island Trail Society (BITS), Bowen Trail Riders Association (BTRA) and Bowen
Island Horse Owners and Riders Association (BIHORA) — signed a partnership agreement with the province that allows them to work on the Bowen Crown lands. “There’s a lot of work that needs to be done and with three organizations coming together, that’s going to make it easier,” said BTRA president Kevan Bernards at the signing. He and representatives from the other groups gathered in the municipal council chambers to ratify the deal. “It is a really exciting day and it’s
been a long time coming,” said BITS president Alicia Hoppenrath. Tom Blackbird, the recreation officer for forests, lands and natural resources, was there representing the Crown. After congratulating the groups on having reached this milestone, he explained that this agreement would last for two years. This short committal period would allow for all parties to see if the agreement worked for them. After that it could be extended by five or 10 years. Story continued page 8
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Meeting Calendar
We are hiring: Planner I Bowen Island Municipality is looking for permanent full-time Planner I to join our team. The position offers an opportunity for you to work on a variety of projects and initiatives relevant to guiding the growth and direction of a community-focused municipality.
May 10, 2018 7:00 pm Heritage Commission Meeting
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May 11, 2018 9:30 am Economic Development Commitee Meeting
Paving Date Confirmed
Committees seeking members Bowen Island Municipal Council is requesting applications from residents interested in serving on the following committees:
May 11, 2018 1:30 pm Snug Cove Improvements Working Group Meeting
May 14, 2018 1:00 pm Special Council Meeting
May 14, 2018 7:15 pm Regular Council Meeting
May 15, 2018 7:00 pm Parks, Trails and Greenways Advisory Committee Meeting
Cove Bay Water System Local Advisory Committee The CB WS LAC has advisory powers to Council regarding water system issues. Advisory Planning Commission The role of the APC is to advise Council on any matter referred by Bowen Island Municipal Council respecting land use, community planning or proposed bylaws and permits under the Local Government Act. Community Grants Advisory Committee The CGAC provides recommendations to Council on Community Grants, Grants-in-Aid and Permissive Tax Exemptions that will enhance quality of life to Bowen Island residents while delivering economic services. If you are interested in joining any of these committees, please contact Stef Shortt sshortt@bimbc.ca for more information.
Beginning June 18, 2018, crews will be working on resurfacing sections of Dorman Road and Bowen Island Trunk Road. Resurfacing includes grinding down the existing pavement, re-paving and then painting new lines. The project is expected to take up to two weeks. This work was anticipated to happen in May, but it is now scheduled for June due to contractor availability. This work will complete the temporary repairs made to the roads following the BC Hydro construction work completed last fall, and will include the enhancement of a new bike lane going up the hill towards the school. Traffic will be reduced to a single lane, alternating direction. Please expect delays of up to 10-15 minutes to drive through the work area. Flaggers will direct traffic. We appreciate your patience while we complete this work before the peak of the summer season.
May 16, 2018 5:00 pm Recreation and Community Services Commission Meeting
We are holding a Workshop on the Future of Our Community Lands at Cates Hill Chapel on June 9 and 10, 2018. This interactive event will bring together Bowen Islanders to share opinions and ideas about the use of the Community Lands now and in the future. Applicants are selected to ensure that participants of the workshop represent a broad range of our diverse community.
All meetings are held in Council Chambers unless otherwise noted.
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A mother’s words to live by
We asked our readers to share their mother’s wisdom as we prepare to wish all mothers a Happy Mother’s Day on Sunday
Alva (Al) Russell
Jennifer Konyha’s mother, Sharon Dunbar, holding her, circa 1980. Imke Zimmerman with her mother Ursula and brother Ulrich.
Ursula (née von Hein) Rosenstock
My mother was born in 1900 was imprinted by the hungry times during and after the First World War. Self-sufficiency and survival skills were most important to her. She wanted me to learn all the skills she had. These included: making a fertile and large garden, followed by preserving the harvest for winter; identifying and collecting mushrooms and berries in the woods learning to avoid poisonous varieties; making hay; milking cows, making quark and cooking soft cheese from the milk. We made bread every two weeks when we had our turn to use the village stone oven. We had to clean and pluck fish, fowl and all sorts of game. My father was the local forest warden and on my high school graduation he gave me a heavy old rifle that I could hardly lift and taught me how to shoot wild boar. Quite a few of my mother’s teachings came in good use during hungry times and after the Second World War. I was born 1929. I tried to teach my children that loving, forgiving and being here for others are the most important skills of life. Imke Zimmerman
Sharon Dunbar
My mom always told me to wear clean underwear “Because you never know when you might get in an accident and emergency personnel will see them when trying to save your life!” Jennifer Konyha
Gord Broughton’s parents in the 1980s.
Patricia Broughton
My mother always said, “What doesn’t kill you, makes you stronger.” My mom died in 2005 at 85 after having huge health issues for at least half her life. Gord Broughton
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Like many great loving and caring mothers of our era, when she did not have a good size stick in her hand that was soon to meet my brother’s or my backside, my mother imparted great wisdom and manners on all of us. In addition to giving us good character-building advice, she not only talked the talk, but could walk the walk. Bowen has been our second, recreational home since the early 1930s, a few years ahead of my time. As family cottages are considered by many to be “the biggest job-jar in the world,” our mother led by example doing hard, physical labour that would make most grown men cry, and you can be sure we were right behind, if not beside her. She came by that hard work ethic honestly, both because of her own Depression-era upbringing, and being married to my father, who was the poster boy for hard work, always passing it off as good for our health, fun and having long term benefits. He convinced his dear wife and us children, “Nobody dies from a good day’s work!” I wish they both played golf! Bruce Russell
Phil Kemp remembers sayings from both his mother and his grandmother: Grandmother: “It’s a great life, if you don’t weaken.” Mother: “If you don’t have any good to say about someone, just don’t say it.” From Pixham Infant School in England (my mother also taught me at this school): “Courtesy is the demonstration to others the respect you have for yourself.” This is the very best advice I have ever received in my entire life, and I apply it every day, without fail. Every day.
Karin Morris at the Great Wall of China.
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My mom told me to travel and value life experiences and, above all else, be kind. Courtney Morris
Ruth Miller at 90 years old.
Ruth Miller
My mom had late onset Alzheimer’s disease at the time of her death at age 90 years young! Throughout her life she had been a caring, thoughtful, affirming and service-oriented person. Even though she did not recognize any of us and had lost almost all of her words in those last months, our mom retained her ability to say one phrase: “I love you dear, and you are a good person.” She said it to us all — family member and friend and stranger alike. What better legacy! She never forgot who she was! We loved her back fiercely, and thought she was a most wonderful human being. Jane Miller
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Woodall does it again To the Editor:
By my count there were 11 sailboat masts protruding from the waters of Mannion Bay in Ron Woodall’s most appropriate and timely weekly cartoon in the April 19 issue of the Undercurrent. The masts could well have represented the tombstones of abandoned derelicts that have met their inevitable fate due to the cruelties of Mother Nature and, if so, Ron’s cartoon is well short of the actual count, which is sadly experiencing a recent spike in costly sinkings and beachings. It is costing us taxpayers dearly. In anticipation of our 2018 tax notices, I am certain that few of us taxpayers are happy with the excessive use/waste of our monies, needed to salvage and dispose of the derelicts that irresponsible and uncaring owners abandon. These are owners who are all too often phantom in name, due to a lack of registration paperwork. It is now time for BIM to step up the enforcement of its legal rights to ensure that the use of Mannion Bay complies with the rules and regulations that 99 per cent of true boaters respect. Some “tougher love” is required to get rid of those unwanted boats before Mother Nature inflicts her will on them.
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A large crowd of enthusiastic shoppers gathered for the Club’s annual fundraiser at BICS long before opening at 11 a.m. last Saturday. Within a matter of 30 minutes, after a frenzy of shopping, much of the product on display had disappeared into the trunks of waiting cars. A splendid collection of hanging baskets, garden tools and accessories were assembled in 18 baskets as raffle prizes, attracting a brisk sale of tickets. The event closed with the raffle draw with each winner selecting the basket of their choice. The club wishes to thank all the many helpers who put the event together and make it a great success. In particular we thank our donors from on and off Island who continue to support us from year to year. The club wishes to recognize the following sponsors of our raffle: Annie Davidson; Art’s Nursery Ltd.; Atlas Pots; The Bowen Flower Shop; Bowen Building Centre; David Hunter; Dÿkhof Nurseries; Fresh Street Market; Garden Works; Home Depot; Lee Valley Tools; Leong’s Nursery Enterprise Inc.; Linnæa Nursery; Maple Leaf Gardens; Northwest Landscape and Stone; Pharmasave; Phoenix Perennials; Canada Safeway; The General Store; Van Noort Bulbs; West Coast Gardens; West Vancouver Florist Ltd.; Your Dollar Store with More. John Lawrence Bowen Island Garden Club
A good time to help children’s centre Dear Friends and Families of Bowen Children’s Centre, A generous anonymous partner has offered to match any contribution you make to BCC’s infant/toddler wing before May 31 – up to a total of $50,000. This means that for the next few weeks, any gift to BCC will double in value. You can make your donation by e-transfer to accounting@ bowenchildrenscentre.ca, by cheque to “BCC”, or through our website. Please reference your donation, “Infant toddler campaign”. Bowen Children’s Centre is a registered charity and a tax receipt will be issued for all donations above $20. Thank you in advance for supporting BCC and the families we serve. Your generosity will make a lasting contribution towards meeting the crucial need for childcare in our community. Ann Silberman Executive Director Bowen Children’s Centre
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Reduce, reuse, refill the Ruddy way SUSAN REDMOND BOWEN WASTE
The world of recycling is an ever-changing place. Look at how China’s recent decision to cut back on contaminated waste has affected every country worldwide. But the changes are not always bad. Sometimes they are wonderful! Bowen Island businesses have been working hard to reduce their garbage and recycling. Did you know that you can bring clean refillable containers to the Ruddy Potato’s deli for weighted product or to The Soup Fairy for soups? Even better, if you bring your own mug to The Ruddy you get 10 per cent off your coffee. These are all small, but vital pieces to reducing our dependence on single use packaging. The really big news this week comes from The Ruddy Potato! The Ruddy has announced that they are switching to using food waste grade compostable straws and packaging in their deli! Look for the big blue poster in the deli showing which containers are compostable. This is a really big step! This new packaging is meant to go into the food waste stream, not into recycling. That said, these containers can be recycled in paper waste, as long as they
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are free of food residue. The Ruddy is working hard to reduce their waste footprint by not adding to the tons of plastic recycling that is currently being collected on the island. This new packaging is designed to go into the green waste stream. So when you buy products from The Ruddy in this food grade packaging, you can put it directly into your green waste bin. If, in the worst-case scenario, you accidentally put the container into your garbage and it is incinerated, as most garbage is these days, no plastic will be burned. This is great news for all of us who live on Bowen Island. We owe a big thank you to all the local businesses that are doing their part to help us reduce our dependence on single use plastic packaging!
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Farewell to Konrad Jaschke
Outgoing community foundation chair Soren Hammerberg led by example
On May 4 at the annual general meeting of the Bowen Island Community Foundation, it was my great privilege to acknowledge the exceptional contributions of Soren Hammerberg to the Foundation and, in turn, to our wonderful community. Through Soren’s leadership by example, his tireless energy and dedication to grow the foundation’s capacity to serve and support our Bowen community, and his full commitment of time and personal resources, the Foundation has flourished beyond any reasonable expectations the community may have held. While Soren is stepping back, I am confident he will continue to support the foundation and inspire us to build on his amazing accomplishments – he is leaving an outstanding legacy and base for us to grow upon. It is clear to me, having worked alongside Soren for two years, that he has dedicated at least five years of his life as foundation chair, building the capacity of the foundation to serve our community. At the same time, we must recognize that he has also been especially generous through his personal philanthropic contributions to the foundation. Most importantly, Soren has led by example and with the greatest integrity – in the process setting a very high standard to be expected of those that follow him. Albert Schweitzer once said, “Example is
BIM’s respected building inspector, who is retiring, will be a tough act to follow on the island H.C. BEHM CONTRIBUTOR
Incoming chair of the Bowen Island Community Foundation David Podmore stands with outgoing chair Soren Hammerberg, who held the seat for five years. Mario Prim Silva photo not the main thing influencing others. It is the ONLY thing.” Consequently, it is no surprise to me that Soren’s example has attracted individuals of high integrity to enthusiastically follow and support his inspiring leadership – wow! You have left some very big shoes to fill! I also want to thank Liz and the Hammerberg family for sharing your time with our community – Liz, you have been so supportive of the foundation, opening your home on many occasions, generously giving of your time, energy and counsel. We are most grateful for all you have done. As I conclude, I want to circle back to what I believe is Soren’s most distinguishing quality – his integrity. I am reminded of a quote from a very famous leader who said, “The supreme quality of leadership is unquestionably integrity. Without it, no real success is possible, no matter whether it is on a section gang, a football field, in an army, in an office.” I am sure if he had known Soren he would have added, “...or in service of one’s community.” That quote’s from Dwight D. Eisenhower. All the very best wishes to you my friend – thank you for all you have done and the path you have set for us. David Podmore, O.B.C. Chair Bowen Island Community Foundation
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tradesperson. After getting schooling and some business experience in Germany, he arrived in Canada in 1964 and retrained. He was soon in business for himself, and then became qualified as a building inspector. In 1982 Jaschke was hired by the City of North Vancouver. A couple decades later, he came to Bowen in 2001, temporarily replacing the departing inspector. However, after his contract expired he was encouraged to stay on. In 2011 Konrad left for a while, but was asked to return. His wife’s death in 2008 tore painfully into Jaschke’s life and gradually Bowen Islanders became his family. Without compromising his position, Konrad gained the trust and respect of contractors. During his years as the island’s inspector, the building permits issued amounted to $194.6 million with direct revenue of more than $15 million to the municipality. We shall miss his friendly greeting and keen eye. But at over 80 he deserves retirement. Thank you, Konrad, for all those years of guidance. You will be a hard act to follow!
Wellwishers of Konrad Jaschke gathered at Doc Morgan’s to celebrate his retirement from BIM. From left: Mike Zavaglia, Mike Lightbody, Konrad Jaschke, Markus Behm, Trevor Bristow, Matt Laudrum and Sandy Laudrum. HC Behm photo
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It was the afternoon of April 26 and the end of an era. After 17 years as Bowen Island’s building inspector, Konrad Jaschke retired. A sizable crowd of tradespeople, homeowners and builders were on hand to pay tribute to this cheerful, modest man who has guided construction on Bowen Island respecting the building code’s requirements, but always finding ways to overcome obstacles. Nowadays, a builder/contractor has to be a well-trained, government-certified craftsman, an insured business person, and know the contents of the two-and-a-half-inch thick, constantly updated building code. Between that and architects, engineers, environmental consultants, planners, bankers/financiers, crew, weather, sub-trades and delivery problems, the contractor’s burden is considerably eased if the building inspector finds ways to even out problems staying within the code. Konrad Jaschke was one of those building inspectors. Jaschke came to this job as an experienced
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Last week, the Bowen Island Community Foundation held its annual general meeting. The longtime chair, Soren Hammerberg, stepped down and retired real estate executive and Order of British Columbia recipient David Podmore took the organization’s reigns for a two-year term. Below is Podmore’s tribute to his predecessor.
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The afternoon was punctuated by music. Colin was a country singer, who composed much of his own music. Colin’s bandmates and friends played one of his composed classics, “Moon Shining Bright,” and Phil invited the gathered community to join in Colin’s favourite gospel song, “I’ll Fly Away.” Quietly at first, with just the Carlo Rossi Gang band playing and then the song radiated out into the crowd, until the people standing
This cute, little guy is Rolo the guinea pig, he came in with an abscess under his chin. After having it drained and flushed by the staff at Bowen Vet, he was then sent home with his loving family and antibiotics to help fight the infection.
far out on the lawn were also singing along: “Just a few more weary days and then I’ll fly away, “To a land where joys will never end, I’ll fly away.” The Ruloff family had held a private service for Colin earlier in the week and Saturday afternoon was meant as a celebration of a life which, though young and short, touched many. Tears and laughs mingled in an afternoon where people gripped one another just a little tighter, exchanging hugs, and sharing stories. They surrounded a family that had lost a cherished son, brother, nephew and friend, in love.
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Saturday morning the pilot program Daddy and Me started at the Bowen Island Family Place. The drop-in program provides breakfast and time for kids to spend time with a special “big” person in their lives. It runs 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. every Saturday until June 23. Clockwise from top left: Nolan, 3, and Reid Jones, 1, play; Cole, 10, and Loic Winny, 7, enjoy some cinnamon buns; Chris Dierkes and his daughter Sage Dierkes with some craft supplies; Qurban Naismith was the Daddy and Me facilitator Saturday morning; and Paulo Arreaga and his daughters Maya, 5, and Monika, 2, read together. Bronwyn Beairsto photos
Lloyd Harding enjoyed the sun and company at Saturday’s plant sale at BICS. Challenge Team gymnasts Martha Sinclair, Shelby Jennings, Freja Henrichsen and Marlie Behm all received gold on their beam routines at the Delta Invitational at Richmond Olympic Oval. The gymnastics meet is the biggest in Canada with over 1,200 gymnasts competing.
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“It’s not a final document,” he said. “We do have that flexibility to amend it.” But, warned Blackbird, “Just because the agreement’s signed doesn’t mean the headaches are over.” Indeed, three very different groups have come together in what Chuck Venhuizen of BITS called an “informal coalition.” BITS is dedicated to non-motorized trail use, BTRA is for off-road vehicles and BIHORA is for equestrians. While the organizations’ membership and interests overlap, BITS and BTRA each have their own projects. BITS is starting with a navigation project, where they will improve trail markings and signage. “We want to give trail users a more positive experience,” said Venhuizen. However, how much they can get done will be dependent on the volunteer base. They’ll start with one trail this year, and go from there. “Once we look at all the work we have to do, then we’ll decide what the best approach is,” said Venhuizen. BTRA will be replacing a bridge and relocating part of a trail at the beginning of Handloggers. Bernards said that they hope to have this project done by September, when BITS holds its annual Handloggers half marathon. Kirsty Johnstone is the secretary of BIHORA. She said that because their society is so small, they don’t have a project of their own. “We’re going to help people on other projects,” said Johnstone. “The signage will be really great for riders who haven’t used the area much.” “We want all the trails that are developed on the island to be horse-accommodating,” she said. “We’re in it as a support group.”
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New contemporary art space for Bowen BRONWYN BEAIRSTO Power tools in the back, canvases in the front — there’s a new contemporary art space coming to Bowen Island. When interdisciplinary artist Scott Massey wanted to move his personal studio from Vancouver to Bowen Island, finding a space was a problem. But when Wren’s former space in Artisan Square became available, Massey got to thinking. “It was bigger than what we had thought,” says Massey, looking into the room with freshly painted white walls. Instead of looking for a different place, Massey rejigged his plan. “We had been talking for the last couple of years, on and off at dinner parties and things like that, that we need someplace to see contemporary work. This kind of came up like, ‘You know what, let’s just be the people who do that.’” When Massey doesn’t need the space for his own studio work, he’ll turn it into a gallery, which he calls Terminal Creek Contemporary. In more than a decade of being a professional artist, Massey has amassed a network of potential curators and artist residents. He’s been reaching out to see who may want a show on Bowen. “The exhibitions will be organized by outside curators,” he said. While Massey is in the venture solo, he has a support system of his wife and daughter, with whom he has lived on the island for three years. Massey says that at the moment, he’s thinking about three weeks per exhibit. As well, he doesn’t intend to charge entry fees because, really, he’d need the studio space anyway. The first artist’s exhibit in the gallery, however, will be Massey’s. It opens on Saturday.
Request for Expressions of Interest: Architectural Services BIM; 5.2027 in; Black; -; R0011563460 Bowen Island Municipality is requesting Expressions of Interest and Qualifications from professional architects to advance our new Fire Hall and Emergency Operations Centre from the concept stage through to final construction. This project has been approved in the 2018 budget with construction anticipated to commence by September 2018. The Municipality is seeking an architect for the preparation of the construction drawings, to act as prime consultant, payment certifier, provide ongoing inspections to handle contract administration during construction, and participate in the tendering for the general contractor on this project. The intent of this Request for Expressions of Interest (EOI) is to provide public notification of this opportunity and to solicit interest from qualified parties who may be interested in bidding on this project. The municipality intends to establish a shortlist of qualified respondents from the EOI and subsequently invite those short-listed to provide a proposal for those services described in this EOI through a Request for Proposals (RFP) process. Only those firms selected to the shortlist will receive the RFP. The response to this EOI should include: • Intended list of sub-consultants to be used • Your firm’s qualification and credentials • A list of past projects relevant in scope to the proposed firehall concept drawings • Your firm’s track record for completing projects on time and within budget • Your firm’s capacity to take this project on with anticipated construction to commence in September 2018 and be completed within 1 year. Past experience in successfully designing and coordinating the associated subconsultant services for municipal fire hall facilities will be one of the key criteria elements for this project. More information about the project is available on the Municipal website at: www.bowenislandmunicipality.ca/fire-hall Please send Expressions of Interest and Qualifications by 4:30 pm on Friday, May 18, 2018 to: Raj Hayre, Chief Financial Officer Bowen Island Municipality 981 Artisan Lane Bowen Island, BC V0N 1G2 Email: rhayre@bimbc.ca
Scott Massey’s works involve much more than a shutter click. His exhibit opens Saturday in Artisan Square. Bronwyn Beairsto photo “This will be the first and last time my work will be exhibited like this,” he emphasized. Leaning up against the walls are canvases with what appear to be photographs, though Massey is quick to say that they’re a lot more than that. Beyond visual art, Massey also builds sculptures, which is why he needs tools. But, the sculptures are not marble busts. Massey pulls out what looks like some wires on a wooden plate covered by glass. Upon closer inspection, it’s borosilicate glass (which is heat resistant) with nichrome wires mount-
ed on the wooden plate – an infinity symbol surrounded by a ring. When it’s hooked up, the infinity symbol and ring will glow. “I’ve never been interested in art for art’s sake,” he says. His art is informed by a deep scientific curiosity, especially in cosmology and astrophysics. “I want to make this really an interesting space for opening up the dialogue, for Bowen, but also beyond,” he said. The launch of Massey’s gallery and studio is May 12, from 3 to 5 p.m. at 569 Artisan Lane.
Roadwork to begin later than expected The municipality has confirmed that previously announced road work will begin June 18. Sections of Dorman Road and Bowen Island Trunk Road will be repaved and new lines painted. The BIM website says drivers can expect 10- to 15-minute traffic delays, with work happening 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Friday.
The municipality expects the enterprise to take two weeks. BIM had expected the work to begin in May, but it was pushed back due to contractor availability. “We appreciate your patience while we complete this work before the busy summer season arrives,” says the website.
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On the Calendar Saturday May 12 Youth mentors help kids make the best use of our new bike park! FREE skill development, safety and riding tips. 10 am – 2pm
Friday May 11 Library Storytime 10:30 am Friday May 11 Dinner at the Legion Doors open at 5:30 Dinner at 6:30 Members and guests welcome.
Saturday May 12 Louise Drescher Paintings of Bowen Island Reception 6 - 8 pm Gallery at Cove Commons
Friday May 11 Michigan Rattlers with David Graff and his band Doc Morgan’s Patio 7:30 pm Tickets at Doc’s or Phoenix All proceeds support the Missy Foundation
Saturday May 12 Bowen Island Community Choir Spring Concert Cates Hill Chapel 2 pm and 7:30 pm Tickets at Cates Pharmacy Sunday May 13 Parent & Tot gym time BICS 10 am
Friday May 11 New Orford String Quartet Cove Commons 7:30 - 9:30 pm Tickets kaymeek.com Friday May 11 Snug Cove Blues Band with special guest Cindy Fairbank The Pub 7-10 pm Saturday May 12 Bowen Island Farmers Market Every Saturday 10 am - 12 pm Bowen Island Community School
Monday May 14 S.K.Y. Seniors Keeping Young Exercise at 9 am, coffee at 9:45 am, Will Husby will be discussing wild flowers at 10 am, Yoga at 11:15 am. Bowen Court Tuesday May 15 S.K.Y. Tuesday Morning Workshop meets at 9:00 am at Bowen Court. New members are welcome to come and
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bring any art project they are working on. Decadent coffee break at 11 am Tuesday May 15 Bowen Island AA Collins Hall at 7:15 pm Wednesday May 16 Strollers & Stories in Crippen Park, start at the Library. 9:30 -10:30 am Register at bowen communityrecreation.com or drop in $2.50
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Fawn Gill, Fawn Gill Fitness Certified Personal Trainer and Health and Wellness Coach. Move an extra 10 mins every day! Fit in 20 jumping jacks or 10 squats or 10 pushups or all three;) Whenever you can throughout your day, just do a little bit of extra exercise. Ten minutes a day equals over 1 hour of EXTRA exercise per week! www.fawngillfitness.com
Chantal Russell, RHN (Registered Holistic Nutritionist) Begin everyday by waking early enough to create an energizing morning routine. Drink a warm glass of lemon water upon waking. Hydrate to eliminate yesterday’s toxins from your body. Do 20 minutes of gentle movement, followed by 5 minutes of meditation. Feel gratitude for the gift of another day. www.chantalrussell.com
Kim Howden, RMT Self-care is an important piece of supporting a balanced lifestyle. Whether writing in your journal by the lake, peacefully walking the forest, having a morning ocean dip, or visiting one of the island’s wellness practitionerstaking time for self-care allows us to show up with more presence in all aspects of our lives. www.bowenislandmassagetherapy.ca
Joanna Quarry Positively Fit Training Buddy up with Bowen Island’s most reliable and accessible workout partner: Mother Nature! She will reduce your stress, increase your heart health, and revitalize your energy levels. John Miur said it perfectly: “And into the forest I go, to lose my mind and find my soul.” positivelyfit.ca
Tracy Leach, DC Chiropractor Most people associate chiropractors with back pain, but did you know we can also help with other issues such as plantar fasciitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, wrist and elbow pain, and more? If you have pain or numbness in the extremities, please ask me how I can help! www.drtracyleach.ca
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The emergence of these long sunny days has all you gardeners leaning into the fresh palette of colour and textures soo inspired to “do it all” for hours at at time! It’s like circuit training as you move from digging, to raking, transplanting, pruning. Be mindful, take breaks, hydrate, have fun!! bowenislandwellnesscentre.ca
For all those garlic lovers out there, be sure to crush your garlic at least 10 minutes before you heat it. This will trigger the enzymes to create a healthy Allicin compound associated with the antimicrobial and cholesterol lowering properties of garlic. bowenislandwellnesscentre.ca
Denise Richard, Five Blossom Gatherings Chi Kung Services The work of transforming the body with consciousness. The growth of heart is light and movement of Chi. The sensitivity we claim through practice opens a healing light that sustain and protects us. What are you aware of that needs attending? www.fiveblossomgatherings.com
HEALTH & WELLNESS Dr. Susanne Schloegl M.D.
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This wrap dress from Movement Global looks great alone or layered with their Pietra crop tight or Simple Tights and the Tammy Cami. It can be reversed to feature the higher neck and low back. Fabulous for layering over your yoga or workout outfit. www.movementglobal.com A local eco fashion company in Artisan Square.
The 3rd annual Community Challenge goes Sat. May 19th 3 pm at the Bowen Island Golf Course. (4 person mixed scramble.) Prizes, dinner and a chance at bragging rights for your neighbourhood - Bowen Bay/ Bluewater are defending champions -two years in row! Email proshop@bowengolf.com or call 604-947-4653
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Something for everyone including Mom! Give Mom the gift of ‘me time’ with the perfect book. Browse our selection of fiction, non-fiction and cookbooks. Looking for something extra special? Our collection of Indaba blankets, pillows, baskets, and housewares, Joco Coffee Mugs, S well Water Bottles and Salt Spring Island Candles make perfect gifts.
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Last minute shopper? BICR office below BICS is open Sat 8:30 – 12:30, come grab a great Mother’s Day gift now!!!
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DON’T MISS BOOKFEST 2018
BookFest, the annual fundraiser of the Friends of the Library goes at the BICS school gym Sat May 19 10 am - 4 pm, Sun May 20 10 am - 2 pm, and Mon May 21 10 am - noon. Fiction, nonfiction, paperback, hard cover, children’s teens and adults -there’s something for everyone!
BOWEN ISLAND COMMUNITY CHOIR’S SPRING CONCERT
Celebrate the arrival of spring and Mother’s Day with the Bowen Island Community Choir at our concert on Saturday May 12. 2 pm & 7:30 pm. Joined by a number of special guests, we guarantee a good time for all with our delightfully diverse repertoire. Tickets available from the Pharmacy or at the door.
7 SUMMER ON BOWEN ROCKS!!!
2 LUNCH IN THE COURTYARD AT THE SNUG
One of Bowen’s hidden gems, The Snugs courtyard is a little hide away, with lots of greenery,flowers and birds, sheltered from the road, an oasis in the heart of the cove.
5 ROAD HOCKEY RUMBLE IS BACK!
Sign up for the Spring edition of this sweaty fun event, ages 7-12, Saturday June 2nd Noon -2 pm at BICS www.bowencommunityrecreation.com!
Summer Day Camps! Mondays through Fridays all summer long for Island Adventurers 6-7 year olds and Day Trippers 8- 12 year olds. Sign your child(ren) up for BICR Summer Camps now at www.bowencommunityrecreation.com!
10 HAPPY HOUR!
There have been many a happy hour in the Pub over the last 30 years...and there will be many more.... with Happy Hour 4-6pm Monday to Friday featuring 75c.wings, $4 Mini Burgers, $4.95 House Wine, Draught and Highballs. A thank you from the Bowen Island Pub for your understanding and patience over the past couple of years as they transition into the new pub!