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Join the knotweed battle Collective effort is needed to halt the spread of knotweed on the Sunshine Coast, says knotweed expert Jennifer Grenz, who addressed a public information session on June 22 at the Sechelt Band Hall organized by the Halfmoon Citizens' Association. The meeting focused on techniques for controlling knotweed, and especially what property owners should NOT do if they discover the weed on their property. Japanese knotweed is a bamboo-like shrub that grows six to 10 feet tall. There are three types on the Sunshine Coast: regular Japanese knotweed, Giant Knotweed (which grows up to 15 feet tall), and new hybrid species of knotweed which is much more aggressive. "Now instead of just spreading by plant parts, they also produce viable seed," said Grenz. She likened knotweed to an iceberg. "What you see is really only the tip of what is actually going on in the ground." Roots can go down three metres deep and travel 20 metres laterally. Knotweed grows rapidly into a dense canopy that chokes out every other plant and exudes chemicals into the soil that inhibit the growth of other plant species. Mowing and weed whacking cause knotweed to spread, because the weed

can regrow from small fragments. Trying to dig it out or cover it is also ineffective. Control programs use herbicides, often requiring two to four treatments over several years. Herbicides can be sprayed or injected, but at present, stem injection is unavailable because Health Canada declared that this "off label" use of pesticide cannot be allowed until studies have been done proving its safety and efficacy. The approval process is underway, but will

take time. Grenz noted that people tend to worry about spraying, but that spraying is often the most efficient treatment. "When we use the stem injector we're putting out 500 times more product per square metre than when we spray," she said. Stem injection is appropriate where spraying cannot be done, such as near water and where knotweed is mixed in with other important plants. Grenz also stressed that herbicide should never be used

Jennifer Grenz, described as the foremost expert on knotweed for BC's west coast, outlined what to do and what not to do when dealing with knotweed. DONNA MCMAHON PHOTO

when bees are on the plants, or where plants are close to berries that people will be picking. "You need to think before you hit the trigger," said Grenz, advising homeowners to read labels and be familiar with local bylaws. She urged people with large knotweed patches to call in qualified contractors who have access to more potent products. The SCRD is compiling a list of qualified contractors. For small, isolated patches, manual removal can

work. At Henderson Beach in Roberts Creek, a group of 20 volunteers has succeeded in controlling a patch of knotweed. However, it takes dedication. Knotweed sites must be tended regularly for a period of years. And disposing of knotweed cuttings is also tricky, since green waste facilities won't take them. At present the best option for coast homeowners is to dry the cuttings out completely and burn them. Finally, restoration and re-

vegetation of treated areas is crucial, said Grenz, and this is where community volunteers can help. She recommended "Grow Me Instead", a booklet produced by The Invasive Species Council of BC for gardeners and landscapers. Getting private property owners on board is key, said Grenz. "A lot of people don't even know they have it. If you know what knotweed is and your neighbour has it, tell them about it." Donna McMahon

Sandcastles: plan your build Get your teams and ideas Bring your pails, shovels and loose clothes to avoid a burn. ready for this year's Sand- other tools and practise your Come out to enjoy this fun summer event and make castle Competition in Davis sculpture at low tide. Remember to wear a hat, some great memories. Bay July 23; start planning Submitted and exploring what your slap on sunscreen or wear team of friends or family can build on the large sand bar. The Sunshine Coast Lions Club is presenting the event and members will be cooking up tasty burgers and fries for your lunch. Jim Taylor will provide entertaining music at the beach for all to enjoy. Registration begins at 9:45am; categories are family, group and youth 12 & under; $10 per entry. Building will start at 10:30am and go till 1:30pm. Judging will occur between 12:30 and 1:40 with winners announced at 1:45pm. Each team has a 10-by -10-foot quadrant to build on and only natural materials found on the beach can be used. Criteria for judging the entries include: originality, difficulty, execution (success in carrying out- the plan), June 22 - September June 22 September 4, 2017 4, 2017 use ofJune space22(carved and 4, 2017 - September finished all the way around The Kovats family of Vancouver, won the family category at SUMMER SUMMER with little open space), and the 2016 sandcastle competition with an entry entitled Top SUMMER wow factor (how did all of Gun. The artists included dad Andrew Kovats, posing above the above come together?) with son Alex and daughter Georgia. RIK JESPERSEN PHOTO

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The Local - Thursday, June 29, 2017

Logging court �ight continues Peninsula Logging has taken steps forward in a strategic lawsuit against three members of Elphinstone Logging Focus (ELF), a non-profit environmental group committed to protecting the Elphinstone Park expansion area. In the summer of 2016, widespread public protests formed in response to Peninsula logging a cutblock within the Elphinstone Park expansion area. Peninsula sued ELF members Ross Muirhead, Laurie Bloom, and Hans Penner, claiming they, and others, were responsible for delays to their logging operations. In October 2016, Peninsula obtained a courtordered injunction permitting it to complete the logging work. “This lawsuit is intended to drain our group’s resources and discourage the public from further protests or participation in the important dialogue around logging on the Sunshine Coast. I consider it a typical SLAPP suit (Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation),” says ELF member Laurie Bloom, one of the defendants in the lawsuit. Peninsula completed logging that cutblock in November 2016, but continues to exert pressure on the defendants. In January 2017, Peninsula forced the defendants to file a formal response to

the case. More recently, Peninsula has demanded the defendants produce a list of documents. “Each of these demands places pressure on our group, and intimidates supporters and members of ELF from continuing with our forest protection advocacy work”, Muirhead said. Peninsula has ongoing logging operations on the Sunshine Coast, and could bid on future cutblocks within the proposed Elphinstone park expansion area. “We think Peninsula is us-

ing this lawsuit to bully us, and to discourage us from speaking out about logging in other areas, ” said Penner. ELF advocates for the protection of the natural ecosystems on the Sunshine Coast. ELF conducts field studies, sponsors research, monitors logging activity, building and maintains recreational trails, organizes community events and campaigns, and maintains an electronic mailing list of approximately 600 supporters. Submitted

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The Local - Thursday, June 29, 2017

Editorial Opinion In praise of the bicycle Two hundred years ago this month, an environmental and fuel crisis inspired one of our greatest inventions — a device so simple, efficient and useful that it’s turning out to be part of the solution to today’s environmental and fuel crises. As a “Treehugger” article explains, the eruption of Indonesia’s Mount Tambora in April 1815 spewed so much ash and sulphur dioxide into the atmosphere that it blackened skies, and 1816 became known as the year without summer in much of Europe and North America. The largest volcanic eruption in recorded history led to widespread crop failure and famine. Livestock died because there was little to feed them, and they became food themselves. The costs of fuel for horses, mostly oats, soared. German forester Baron Karl von Drais needed a way to inspect tree stands without relying on horses. In June 1817, he built a simple wooden two-wheeler, without pedals, that he called the “Laufsmaschine”, or “running machine” — although it came to be known as a “draisine”. His invention led to the first conflicts between cyclists and users of other transportation modes, including pedestrians. These conflicts diminished popularity of the early twowheeler. The later pedal-powered penny farthing, with its huge direct-drive front wheel and small back wheel, suffered a similar backlash. But technological advances — such as rear chain drives, ball bearings, pneumatic tires and freewheels — eventually made bicycles a more viable transportation mode. Bikes and their riders still face backlashes — in part because so much urban infrastructure has been dedicated to motorized vehicles and, to some extent, pedestrians, leaving cyclists to compete for space. Many cities, including my hometown of Vancouver, are expanding separated bike lane networks, and some employers and businesses are providing encouragement through better parking and showers for cyclists. Riding a bike is good for your physical and mental health. Costs to society — and taxpayers — are also lower. Bikes are easier than cars on infrastructure such as roads and help reduce health care costs. Cycling isn’t possible for all people at all times, especially during harsh winters. Those who fear risking injury or even death from cycling have valid concerns. But many of the risks are reduced with better cycling infrastructure, such as separated lanes, and proper clothing, lights and repair kits. Studies have also shown the health benefits of cycling outweigh the risks. Two centuries after their invention, bicycles are still the most efficient and beneficial form of transportation we have. Get out and ride if you can. It’s good for you and the planet. David Suzuki

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Letters to the Editor – Opinions Elder abuse? (Addressed to the chair of the Sechelt Hospital Board and copied to the Local.) Recently my friend experienced a very traumatic situation which I find unacceptable. St. Mary’s (Sechelt Hospital) Emergency sent an elderly patient home at 2am. She went to emergency by ambulance. After receiving treatment, the patient was told to go home. The patient had no money and ended up walking home in her nightgown and housecoat. This amounts to elder abuse. Jane Griffiths, Roberts Creek

A golden opportunity After attending a recent presentation to the members of the press by representatives of Sechelt Sustainable Community (SSC), I would like to make the following statement: The proposed SSC development falls within the geographical boundaries of East Porpoise Bay Community Association (EPBCA) and, consequently, our board of directors have followed closely the content of this proposal. Over the past two- and-a-half years we have entertained several presentations from the proponents along with tours of the property and we have scrutinized the various and diverse components of the plan. We have also discussed the project with all Sechelt Councillors and Mayor at various meetings of our association board. More than any other neighbourhood within Sechelt this project will have a direct impact on ourselves and the other residents of East Porpoise Bay. When considering the opportunities proposed for affordable housing, long term employment, sustainable living, LEED construction and not least of all the

huge addition to the tax base of Sechelt (helping to alleviate the tax demands on our local homeowners) this seems a golden opportunity to be embraced for the betterment of all of Sechelt. The vision for the project is far superior to the 1,600 residences and golf course that was previously proposed and for which the property is currently zoned. To the point, the board of directors of EPBCA are fully supportive of this development moving forward. We find it extremely disappointing that Mayor and Council, after more than two years, appear to have not recognized the potential benefits of the project and consequently have not brought it forward to the public, by way of a public hearing, so that all of the community can have their views heard. Geoff White, vp on behalf of the EPBCA board of directors

Cancer and climate (An open letter to MP Pamela Goldsmith-Jones and copied to the Local) I'm a long time Canadian climate activist who is deeply frustrated by Canada's lack of action on climate change. And I have just been diagnosed with cancer. What should I do about my cancer? Should I just ignore it and pretend that it isn't happening? Should I recognize that I have cancer and that it is a mortal danger and then just pretend to mitigate with say Hail Marys or change my diet a little or maybe pretend to get a little fitter and let the cancer spread and get worse? Hell no! My doctors say I need chemo and radiation and tell me I have a good chance of a cure, and to be there for my kids and grandkids if I do. At a climate meeting you

arranged at Gibsons Yacht Club before the election I said I thought you were in what Kari Norgaard describes as implicatory denial: climate change itself is not denied but "the psychological, political and moral imperatives that conventionally follow". I have had to plan for major disruption to my old schedule and lifestyle and that even getting to the chemo and radiation treatment has been a period of disruption to endure. Wouldn't you agree that this dislocation, with some pain, will be worth it to beat the cancer that threatens my life? The Trudeau government will be Canada's fifth government in a row to promise effective mitigation and fail while doing all they can to ramp up fossil fuel production. Your government is following a well-worn path to climate mitigation failure and is wasting very precious time because it refuses to recognize that climate change now requires the same disruption of political and economic business as usual as my cancer treatment. There is an equivalent of my chemo and radiation treatment that could be effective mitigation but your government – and to be fair every other government world-wide – refuses to even consider a regulated wind-down of all fossil fuel production and use on a schedule based upon the best carbon budget science (as described in McGlade and Ekins). A regulated wind-down would provide the necessary strong, certain signal to markets hopefully enabling optimum use of production allowed. Such a schedule would entail an immediate urgent reduction of production and use with consequent emission reduction but within

a signal that life will go on, business especially, markets will continue, our social/ market evolution will continue. There will be creative destruction and some immediate loss but the overall direction is still forward with the climate solution now factored in. There is no present appetite for any form of regulation or for pain to investors inflicted in actually keeping fossil fuels in the ground. Hence denial and timewasting pretending when a cure, effective mitigation, is possible protecting all of our futures. Effective climate mitigation is possible if we overcome denial. Imagine if our health system treated cancer like we are treating climate. Your government promised leadership on climate and effective – not pretend – mitigation. Climate change is an emergency requiring treatment presently not allowed but possible if your government gets out of denial. There is an effective cure for global warming with our high quality lifestyles continuing after successful treatment. Bill Henderson, Gibsons

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The Local - Thursday, June 29, 2017

SCRD chair sent to hospital Garry Nohr, the Sunshine Coast Regional District chair, was sent to hospital this week. Nohr, in his 70s, was said to have suffered a heart attack June 26, but a SCRD statement on June 27 said only that he “was admitted to hospital yesterday and is currently in care in Vancouver.” A former school administrator, Nohr moved to the Sunshine Coast in 2001, was first elected as SCRD director for Halfmoon Bay in 2005, and

has been board chair since 2010. He has announced his intention not to run for reelection in Halfmoon Bay in 2018. The SCRD statement said: “Our thoughts go out to his wife Patricia and his family. Please join us in wishing him a speedy recovery and our positive thoughts. “SCRD staff are presently managing logistics and ensuring business continuity for the SCRD.” Staﬀ

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Garry Nohr is seen in the SCRD boardroom in March of this year. DONNA MCMAHON PHOTO

Gibsons approves George agreements Two legal agreements related to the George Hotel and Residences development were approved by Gibsons council on June 20 with little discussion. The first was a Hotel Use Covenant that requires the developer to build a full service hotel of at least 100 rooms as part of the development, and take "all reasonable commercial steps" to keep the hotel open. The covenant also prohibits the stratification of individual rooms or suites – something which was done extensively in Whistler, and results in hotels being taxed as residences rather than commercial properties. Whether the covenant is enforceable is not clear. Councillor Jeremy Valeriote

asked about the precedent for this type of agreement, stating: "I'm just wondering whether there is a test case for this in BC, whether it has been tested or whether we're breaking some new ground." Director of Planning, Andre Boel, responded that he was not sure whether any other municipality had made an agreement like it. "The non-stratification provision is not an unusual mechanism," he said. "We haven't looked at hotel use covenants elsewhere per se. We asked the lawyers to specifically look at this site and our zoning bylaw and [they] came up with this solution." Council also gave first, second and third readings to a road closure bylaw for Winn Road between Gower Point

Road and the waterfront. The existing road will be replaced with a public plaza that connects through to a new waterfront pedestrian walkway. The road closure agreement included terms for selling an "airspace parcel" in the parkade underneath the plaza to the developer. The value of the air space parcel was set at $61,600 by an independent appraiser. Boel noted that under the terms of the Community Charter, the Town must give public notification of the disposal of Town owned lands. Public input on the proposed road closure will be invited at the next Council meeting, which has been rescheduled from July 4 to July 11. Donna McMahon

Sunday, July 9 – BC Bike Race Modified Schedule Due to the large number of cyclists and vehicles travelling for the BC Bike Race, the following modified schedule will be in effect for Sunday, July 9: Leave Earls Cove (Sechelt) 6:30 am (Additional Sailing - July 9) 8:20 am

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the Gibsons residents who went on to national prominence and the decisive issues of the day. More than one walking tour participant has said “I've lived here 30 years and there was so much I didn't know about this town.” These entertaining and educational walking tours are a great way for locals to get to know the roots from which the Town has grown, and for visitors to get a flavour for our history in a short time. Dale also loves hearing your stories from the past and answering your questions. Upcoming walking tour

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Would you like to wander back in time, to before the streets of Gibsons Landing were paved, to before car ferries, to a time when the herring ran so thick that your boat could float on them? Participants will join local historian Dale Peterson as he leads “Historical Walking Tours of Gibsons Landing” thoughout the summer. Learn the purpose and location of the Squamish Nation village that was here for thousands of years, how and why George Gibson rowed ashore and what life was like from the late 1800s through to the 1960s. Find out about

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As Canadians get ready to celebrate our country’s sesquicentennial on July 1, Canada Day also marks the official kick off to summer boating season as one of the busiest weekends on the water. According to a 2016 economic impact study by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Canada, more the 12.4 million adults (43 per cent of Canadians) participate in boating each year, with 8.6 million recreational boats owned in Canada. Holiday long weekends are by far the most popular reason for 80 per cent of boaters to get out on the water; however, boating can also be more accessible than many think. Whether it’s an hour after work cruising, a morning of fishing or a weekend of watersports, boating provides all the benefits of a vacation “on demand” at your convenience and close to home. The top five boating activities among Canadians are fishing, entertaining, nature observation, sightseeing and swimming. "Vacation time doesn’t need to be reserved for long trips – you can enjoy all the benefits of vacation more frequently, close to home and on your own terms when you go boating,” said Tracey Hart, marketing director of Discover Boating. “Getting out on the water allows you to disconnect from

the stress on land, enjoy the sunshine and fresh air, and have fun with your friends and family.” Whether on vacation or staycation, these tips from Discover Boating provide fun, stress-free ways to get on the water this summer. Take a class. Sign up for a boating lesson to hone your powerboating, sailing or watersports skills by mastering the basics while having fun along the way. Popular options include boating classes, on-water training courses, watersports camps, youth boating programs and more. Rent a boat. Rental options can provide hourly or daily access to a variety of boat types. Rental outfitters should provide tutorials on operating a boat, share safety instructions and offer suggestions on destinations. Please note that a Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC)

is required to operate a boat. New to the mix are peer-topeer rentals, allowing you to rent someone else’s boat, which usually includes insurance coverage and captains for hire. Share the fun. You don’t need to own a boat to join a boat club. Clubs and shared ownership programs allow you to share a boat with others, split the costs and book your time on the boat online. These clubs and programs also maintain, clean, insure and store the boats and many provide onwater training. Float your own boat. Chart your own course to boat ownership by visiting DiscoverBoating.ca where you’ll find a boat selector and loan calculator to help you determine your boating budget and identify the different types of boats that fit your lifestyle and interests. Submitted

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Canada Day celebrations Sunshine Coast residents who want to join in celebrations of Canada's 150th birthday have lots of events to choose from on Saturday, July 1. In Sechelt, a full day of activities kicks off at 8am with the Lions pancake breakfast at Cowrie and Inlet (by Pharmasave). At 9am the Farmer's Market opens, and at 9:30am the Suncoast Concert Band will play at the Dock Plaza on Cowrie Street. The biggest draw for crowds will be the Canada Day Parade, which starts at 10:30 am with a flyover by the Royal Canadian Air Force. The parade marches along Cowrie Street from Ocean Ave. to Inlet Ave., north on Inlet to Dolphin, and then up Dolphin to Hackett Park. Events taking place in Hackett Park will include the Sechelt Firefighter Games, Coasters Car Club display, and free children's activities from noon to 5 pm including music, crafts, games and bicycle safety training. "Sechelt's Got Talent" will be held from 1pm to 5pm at the Sechelt Seniors Activity Centre. Two other locations will have events all afternoon. Live music will take place at the Dock Plaza, and at Cowrie and Inlet, as well as other entertainment including beer gardens, bingo, and hula dancers. A full schedule is available at http://secheltdowntown.com/canadaday. In Gibsons Landing, local historian Dale Peterson will lead a free historical walking tour, exploring the fascinating history of the area. He starts out from Pioneer Park,

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next to the Visitor Centre, at 10am. After the tour, people may want to stop by the Gibsons Public Art Gallery, which is holding an open house with its “Sunshine Coast Pavilion” and book sale. Fill a bag with books for $10. Gibsons will celebrate Canada Day from 2pm to 6pm in Winegarden Park. The afternoon starts with the Legion Colour Guard Opening Ceremony and National Anthem at 2pm. Cake will be served. Live music will be provided by Jim Fos-

ter, Billy Hillpicker Lite, and Heavy Mellow. In Pender Harbour, Canada Day includes the Malaspina Regatta at Fisherman’s Resort & Marina, starting at 11am. It is free to watch from shore. For those who want the party to continue, evening festivities include Dave's Not Here at the Gibsons Legion (8 pm), Harpdog Brown Band at the Garden Bay Pub (8 pm), and Booty Sweat Bass Machine at the Roberts Creek Legion (9 pm). Donna McMahon

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Events on the Sunshine Coast June 29 Sunshine Coast Pavilion opens, Gibsons Public art Gallery, 11am-4pm, free June 30 Jim Foster, Mad Park Bistro, Madeira Park, 6-8:30pm, $5 June 30 Singer-songwriter Skye Wallace, Backeddy Pub, Egmont, 7-10pm July 1 Historical walking tour of Lower Gibsons with Dale Peterson, Pioneer Park, 10am, by donation July 1 Bag of books sale, Gibsons Public Art Gallery, 10am2pm, $10, and open house with Sunshine Coast Pavilion July 1 Canada Day events in Sechelt, parade 10:30am followed by events at Trail Bay Mall, Cowrie St. and Hackett Park, secheltdowntown.com July 1 Harbour Gallery opens for the summer season, Madeira Park, 11am-4pm July 1 Malaspina Regatta, Fisherman’s Resort & Marina, Pender Harbour, 11am, free to attend, $25 per vessel, $15 BBQ at Madeira Legion, 604883-1199 July 1 Book signing with Frances McGuckin of “Chicken Soup for the Soul – The Spirit of Canada”, Artworks Gallery, Sechelt, noon-5pm July 1 Sechelt’s Got Talent show, Sechelt Seniors Activity Centre, 1-5pm, free July 1 Canada Day ceremonies in Gibsons, Winegarden Park, 2-6pm July 1 Dave’s Not Here, Gibsons Legion, 7pm, members $5, guests $10 July 1 Joe Stanton, Backeddy Pub, Egmont, 7-10pm July 1 Booty Sweat Bass Machine, Roberts Creek Legion, 9pm, members $6, guests $12 July 1-2 Harp Dog Brown, Garden Bay Pub, Sat. 8pm, Sun. 2pm July 2 Music in the Landing presents Knotty Dotters marimba band, Winegarden bus shelter, Gibsons, 11am1pm July 2 Double Treble plays Slow Sundays in the Creek, behind the Roberts Creek Library, 2-3:30pm (open mic at noon) July 2 Skye Wallace, Mad Park Bistro, Madeira Park, 6-8:30pm, $10 July 3 “Effortless Meditation” introductory talk with Joani Higgs, 1233 Roberts Creek Rd., 7pm, 604-747-1977 July 5 Joe Stanton, The Upper Deck restaurant, Secret Cove Marina, 6pm, reservations 604885-3533

July 6 Geoff Breckner, founder of the Squamish to Sunshine Coast trail, followed by adventure story-telling by audience, SC Museum, Gibsons, 7-9pm, $10, 604-886-8232 July 6 John Clyde and Peter Hews on the history of logging roads and rail in Halfmoon Bay, Coopers Green Hall, Halfmoon Bay, 7pm, donations accepted July 7 Guitarist Charlotte Wrinch plays while you shop at the Friday Farmer’s Market, Gibsons Public Market, 12:30-2pm July 7 Music in the Landing presents Steven Schwabl and Luci Herder, Gazebo on the wharf, Gibsons, 7-8pm July 7 Singer-songwriter Skye Wallace, Mad Park Bistro, Madeira Park, 7-9pm, $10 July 7-9 Pender Harbour Days, penderharbourdays.ca July 8 Kids Catch a Trout Day, Chapman Creek Hatchery, Wilson Creek, 10am-3pm, $10 July 8 SCRD community dialogue, Gambier Island Hall, 10:30am July 8 SC Community Services family beach picnic, Mission Point Park, Davis Bay, 11am2pm July 8 Music in the Landing presents Bonar Harris, Pioneer Square, Gibsons, 11am-1pm July 8 Sechelt Summer Music Series presents Bits of String and The Midds, Sechelt Library lawn, noon-2pm July 8 Opening reception for exhibition by Melissa Tulloch and Donna Balma and Nadina Tandy, Arts Centre, 2-4pm July 8 SCRD community dialogue, Keats Camp Pilot House, 2pm July 8 Music in the Landing presents Heavy Mellow, Winegarden Park, Gibsons, 7-8:45pm July 8 Joe Stanton, Backeddy Pub, Egmont, 7-10pm July 8 Sockeye salmon dinner, and dance with Playback, Coopers Green Hall, Halfmoon Bay, 6pm, $30, 604-885-5034 July 9 Halfmoon Bay country fair, Coopers Green Park, 11am5pm, pancake breakfast 9-11:30am July 9 Music in the Landing presents Michael Friedman, Sun Dial Stage, next to public market, Gibsons, 11am-1pm July 9 Martini Madness plays Slow Sundays in the Creek, behind the library, Roberts Creek, 2-3:30pm, open mic at noon

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Art Review Anna Nobile Freelance Creative Writer, Arts & Culture

The creative arts are often seen as a way for people to express themselves, but few think of the lasting life skills that the arts offer. Those in the arts learn to describe, analyze and interpret, often without words and learn to work with others while collaborating on projects. For parents looking to give their kids a creative boost this summer, there is no shortage of opportunities with many workshops available throughout the Coast. The Gibsons Public Library received funding from Telus, allowing them to purchase new Chromebooks for Creative Mind Camps that will focus on digital literacy. “There’s lots of sports represented in the community,” says Danielle Arsenault, Young People’s Librarian.

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animation, recording audio books and 3D printing. “Digital literacy, familiarity with technology, we see that as our role at the library,” says Arsenault. “That’s at the core of these programs.” These types of programs also have the potential to spark imaginations leading to careers in the arts. This is the third year for the Creative Mind Camps, whose programs are very popular and, amazingly, free of charge, though pre-registration is required. Local painter Bruce Edwards will be giving two different painting workshops. Beginning July 12 at the Sechelt Arts Centre, Edwards will be running Keeping It Wild in Your Backyard, a collaboration with the Conservation Society. This year’s theme is pollinators, with participants learning about indigenous pollinators and plants and then undertaking a painting project based on what they’ve learned. Beginning July 24, Edwards will be running a plein air (painting outside) workshop based out of the Gibsons Public Art

Gallery. Edwards has been working with children in the arts for many years. “I find most kids love to draw or want to draw,” says Edwards who likes to start with the fundamentals. “[They] learn how to put geometric shapes together and then end up with something that they’re proud of. You walk around the class and there are no two [paintings] alike and they’re all excited because they’ve created something.” At the end of the workshop, participants have a completed painting to take home. There are also Clay for Kids workshops with Alex Ora, Collage Art classes with Zaffi Green, and a weeklong mobile film camp with Daniella Sorrentino. For a complete list of workshops, dates, times, fees, and contact info, visit suncoastarts. com and click on the workshop link. Workshops for adults are also listed here. For programs at the Gibsons Public Library, call 604-8862130. For the Arts Centre, call 604-885-5412.

Did you know that there are many types or cultivars of garlic grown that you likely won’t find in a grocery store? The main reason you don’t see most types is because the type of garlic you find in the grocery store is a “softneck” garlic which is mechanically planted and harvested. That attribute, plus their long storage life of six to eight months and relative mild taste, make them idea for the mass retail market. There are two varieties of softneck (silverskin and the artichoke) and you willl find differences in the colour of the skin and to some degree, subtle differences in flavour. If your ready to try a larger, stronger and much more complex garlic, then you will want to try the other type of garlic: the hardneck. Hardneck garlic has three main varieties – Rocambole, Porcelain and Purple Stripe and unlike their softneck cousins, they have to be planted by hand and re-

quire the scape to be removed about a month before hand harvesting in order to produce a superior garlic. Hardneck varieties are THE choice of the garlic gourmets as they have a more intense flavour with a stunning array of robust, subtle, intriguing, spicy and delicious flavours. These cloves of hardneck garlic are larger than softneck with some varieties having only five or six very large cloves and the average having about eight large cloves. They tend to have a shorter storage life than their softneck cousins and over time, the intensity can mellow but the unique and distinctive flavour remains. At this year’s BC Day Garlic festival on August 7 at Persephone Brewery from 11am to 4pm, you will be able to check out these types of garlic, and the many cultivars that your local farmer grows, at the best prices of the season. Submitted

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Exciting things are happening at the Madeira Park Bistro. Great food, music and community spirit come together to make this an inviting and delicious place to be. New Chef Marcus comes to Mad Park Bistro from Browns Social House in Mission to be closer to his young family and to lend his culinary talents to Pender Harbour. Chef has created new and tasty menu items that are sure to delight. The Bistro offers breakfast, lunch and dinner most days; specific hours can be found on their website at www.madparkbistro.com. The food at Mad Park Bistro is tasty, beautifully presented and affordable. Be sure to stay current on dining events at the Bistro such as the International Dinners. On the website you can also find the menus and events that happen in and around the

Mad Park Bistro. Owner Lisa Johnston is very active in our community and regularly supports our music festivals and community events by hosting a space for musicians at the Pender Harbour Blues Fest or by participating in and supporting many community events. A big supporter of music in the Harbour, Mad Park Bistro hosts Open Mic Nights (resuming in September) as well as special musical evenings. Upcoming performances by Jim Foster on June 30 and Skye Wallace on July 2 will be popular, so be sure to make a reservation so you don’t miss out. You can make a reservation by calling 604883-2223. Treat yourself to a delicious, entertaining night out at the Mad Park Bistro in Madeira Park. Don’t forget about Pender Harbour Days coming up. July 7-9 will be an exciting weekend in Pender Harbour full of wooden boats, kids activities and a community picnic. See www.penderharbour.ca for more information and a full schedule of events.

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Homestay hosts needed A group of 24 students from a private girls’ school in Japan comes every summer to study English and learn about life on the Sunshine Coast. This year the program will run from July 21 to August 7. The girls study English for three hours each morning at Elphinstone Secondary School in Gibsons, and then enjoy afternoon activities such as kayaking, baking and a nature walk. They are busy from 8:45am until 4pm each day. The girls are 15-17 years old, are lively but shy, and desperately need practice speaking English. Time is running out, and we are still looking for 10 additional homestays to accommodate the students this year. We welcome families, empty nesters, retired couples and others who would like to be hosts. You will receive compensation of $600 for food and accommodation. Please contact Homestay Coordinator Ceri Bowles at gibsons@mlihomestay.com, 604-989-4017. You can also register online at www.mlihomestay.com. Submitted

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Tip of the Week: July is a special month for many reasons. Among these is the fact that it is the 7th month of the year. 7 is a mystical number and somehow everyone knows this. Dividing a circle by 7 renders an infinite number akin to Pi. 360 divided by 7 = 51.42857142857143. It is the only number from 1 to 9 that does that. That Greenwich U.K. is located at 51 N and that this number is also significant to the Great Pyramid of Giza and others lends to some of its mystery and significance historically. Yet, as is true with all numbers, they are timeless even as they measure time. The mystery and magic of 7 goes on and on. Closer to mundane reality, this 7th month is also when both Canada and the United States celebrate their national birthdays, on July 1st and 4th respectively. One may also wonder if this is merely coincidental and was somehow planned and intended. As more and more research is done we are increasingly gaining new perspectives on history, in some cases, radically new perspectives. The implications of this revolution are massive. On a simpler note, this is a time of celebration of our national identities and the allegiances these imply. Regarding planetary alignments, close energetic

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