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Held in the second week of June every year, the festival spills down Gower Point Road, which is cordoned off so that taking a breather with kids, friends and neighbours makes for a sweet time.

June 5, 2014 Gibsons Mayor, Wayne Rowe opened the festival saying, “Set aside your troubles and enjoy

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the sounds,” and he thanked the many volunteers and sponsors without whom the festival could not thrive as it does year after year.

The super line-up of musicians included local jazzers, Definitely Diva; the acoustic horn and drum group, Orkestar Slivovica Balkan Brass Band; the tribute band Van Django Trio with Keith Bennet; then hip-hopping Juno award winner Brad Turner and his Quartet, followed

by African beat specialists, Zimbamoto.

Kids played with hulahoops, coloured chalk and hacky sacks, while street performers entertained everyone along with the fabulous music offerings. Listeners stayed cool under the tents or the leafy trees and merchants and service groups were on hand to offer some information unique gifts and refreshments along with local merchants.

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Goldsmith-Jones snags West Vancouver

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Sunshine Coast - Sea to Sky Liberal nomination

ast Sunday, people from across the riding nominated me as your Federal Liberal candidate for West Vancouver - Sunshine Coast - Sea to Sky Country.

I am honoured to be entrusted with the opportunity to represent our community, and to contribute to the Liberal team led by Justin Trudeau.

We know that we need to change Ottawa for the better. We need a federal government that listens to our communities and provides opportunity and hope to all Canadians. That is the type of team I led as Mayor of West Vancouver from 2005 to 2011,

and that is how I hope to represent our community as your Member of Parliament.

I would like to thank the hundreds of members who voted, those who had hoped to vote but were unable to, and those who asked questions and offered great ideas.

We could never have run this nomination campaign without the team of volunteers who helped sign up hundreds of new Liberal members from across the riding. Thank you! It was inspiring to meet so many people at voting stations in Squamish, West Vancouver and the Sunshine Coast. We

have made a good beginning to ensure that all of us are engaged leading into the next election.

I would like to thank Robert Cannon-Brown, who ran for the nomination as well and contributed to the enthusiasm for change, and provided party members with a great choice.

Our growing team is focused on the 2015 election campaign, which is already underway. I look forward to meeting and learning from you in the coming months.

I hope you will join our team and help to improve our community and country.

Sunshine Coast Pride Film Night Presents Tru Love T

ru Love, a bittersweet love story about three women whose hearts crack open, will be the featured film presented by Queer Projections at this year’s Sunshine Coast Pride Weekend. The award-winning Canadian film will be shown on Friday, June 27 at 7:30 pm at the Gibsons Heritage Playhouse.

In the film, Alice recently widowed and still in mourning, has decided to fly in on very short notice to visit her lawyer daughter Suzanne. Suzanne is too busy to spend time with her mother, and asks her friend Tru to “babysit” Alice. Tru, a bed-hopping, commitment-phobic lesbian with a talent for Frenchcooking, agrees to help Suzanne — a friend who apparently at some point, wasn’t just a friend. An unexpected attraction builds between Tru and Alice, and Suzanne becomes increasingly threatened.

The film, directed by Kate Johnston and Shauna MacDonald, is the recipient of critical aclaim and many awards, including the Best Feature Film Audience Award at the recent Inside/ Out Film Festival in Toronto.

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The riots are considered to be the inciting moment that sparked the gay liberation movement. Other events during the weekend include a performance by Kate Reid, a dance and silent auction at the Roberts Creek Hall on Saturday night.

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Editorial Opinion

Clean streets are smart streets

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t’s said that some towns have streets paved with gold, while others … are paved with stones, bark, and cones that are blown and washed there. Add litter and broken pieces from automobiles and, there’s a few obstacles in the way of any non-motorist moving down our streets on any given day. No big deal for some people, I guess.

If you are a person with a disability or other challenges, however, and if you require a mobility device: cane, walker or scooter, then gravel, trash or twigs can knock you on your keester, your noggin, or into oncoming cars. Bicycles and strollers are affected, too. Even motorists hitting gravel, built-up wet leaves or sand can lose traction. And anyone trying to avoid the debris by going around it onto cleaner asphalt outside the lines take their life in their hands; but sometimes there’s no alternative.

Towns and districts have a budget for street cleaning, and a certain portion of it is routinely kept for after stormy months. Since the Coast takes its fair share of forceful winds and rain storms into summer, it would be wise to set a small budget aside. Business owners might want to note how accessible their shops and venues are after a big blow, or in general. Is your entry or fire escape clean and wheel friendly? Do you have any leaning thorn-shrubs or heavy doors? These can be deal-breakers for some shoppers and dinner-seekers.

It can take tenacity to see that hazards are addressed. Concerned residents should feel welcomed to inform city staff and be taken seriously. All residents, including the less-mobile along with families who want to wheel around throughout the summer, will feel safer and enjoy going out more often to cafes, parks and stores. And when tourists arrive to our jewel of a region, they’re going to need to share those sidewalks, parking spots and crosswalks with residents, and they’re going to want accessible streets just like we want, and deserve. And for the record, helmets for wheelers are smart, considering the unexpected can always happen, and does.

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Letters to the Editor – Opinions What kind of society do you want to live in?

I grew up in a just society, a social democracy that cared for its citizens through education, health care, and pensions. I don’t think anyone wants to revert to feudalism, or even a rigid class system, where 1% has most of the money and the rest have little. Last week in Gibsons, we experienced first hand what not having clean drinking water is like. Do we want to experience an illiterate society? Our provincial government wants to move us in this direction. The Supreme Court ruled this year that the BC government bargained in bad faith and forced teachers into a strike.

Now it has done it again.

Why? If they can break the BCTF, they are well on their way to a two-tiered system – private schools for the rich, and under-funded, overcrowded public schools for the rest. This is why teachers are out on the picket line without strike pay this week. Education may not be cheap, but having an ignorant population is far more expensive. Already, the provincial government funds private schools 50% with taxpayer dollars. Patti Bacchus, the chair of the Vancouver School Board, recently asked, “Should those schools be getting our public dollars when they wouldn’t take maybe my kid or your kid?” The funding of public education is not a matter of money but of will.

The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives recently published a Policy Note blog, which stated that if the richest 1% of British Columbians paid only a few percent more in taxes, the class size and composi-

tion guidelines the Supreme Court has ruled must be restored, could be. Do we voters value the ultra rich more than children’s welfare?

Susan Telfer

Woman in Politics

On Saturday, June 21, I attended the “2014 Sunshine Coast, Women’s Municipal Campaign School.”

What great information. I was very disappointed to see such a small turnout from our ladies in Sechelt. As women in our community we need to wake up and get involved in what happens in our community. We are on the verge of another election. We do not need to fill our council with naysayers and stop Sechelt from moving forward. I urge the women of Sechelt to consider running for council.

We need a strong contribution on council from the women in this community.

I know there are many out there who, if willing, would be great representatives on our council. Women are creative creatures and we need you to come forward and run for council. It is so very important to have a strong female contingent representing the needs of our community. This is a very redundant plea, but please consider the fact that you may have a lot to offer your community if you run for office.

Sincerely, Anita Paulin

De-Stress for a Healthy Life

As people continue to face increased external stress in their lives, there is a movement afoot to find and embrace internal harmony. The modern world is a fast-paced one; e-mails, text-messages, and banking

transactions happen in seconds, processes and rushed and impersonal and results are expected immediately.

But is it all too much? To counteract this over-stimulation, more and more people are seeking ways to adopt a simpler, more introspective method of living.

The ‘rat race’ of contemporary culture that often necessitates spreading oneself too thin seems to be taking a back seat to activities more centered in thoughtful, introspective endeavors. Consequently, the pendulum appears to be swinging away from one measuring their success according to their materialistic accomplishments and, rather, seeking to find balance in one’s life at a more internal level.

Recent studies support this mindset stating that, even as our culture suggests otherwise, popularity, influence and money do not make people happiest and, instead, autonomy, life purpose and relationships are found to be paramount. Instead of ones wealth in life Date coming in the form of money, showy cars, fashionable clothing or exotic vacations, individuals are increasingly making more investments of their time and focusing their efforts into slowing down, reflecting and simply learning to breathe.

This shift could be a health-saving change for a lot of people. Studies show that life stress that continues without relief may lead to a condition called distress - a negative stress reaction. Distress can manifest itself in physical symptoms including headaches, upset stomach, elevated blood pressure, chest pain, and problems sleeping. Research suggests that stress may also cause or

worsen certain symptoms or diseases.

Activities that encourage a slower, more thoughtful pace are popular and effective avenues through which one can better support their mental and spiritual wellbeing while also supporting their physical health. For instance, yogis and their students alike can attest that yoga helps to access an inner strength that allows one to face the sometimesoverwhelming fears, frustrations, and challenges of everyday life. The same can certainly be said for exercise, playing music, creating art, and a myriad of other enriching endeavors.

Locally, the Sunshine Coast has both a broad and supportive array of ways to elevating oneself, both through organized forums - dance, yoga, art classes, music lessons, paddle board rentals, community events – or simply by getting outside. The research is there to support the movement; a healthy, rested, inspired mind is the center of a happy life.

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The Local - Thursday, June 26, 2014 5 Mayor’s Message John Henderson Mayor, District of Sechelt

Jobs and Prosperity

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he key role of local government is to decide how to best use the resources our community has available to deliver a prosperous future for our citizens.

Time and time again I have heard people say we want and we need more jobs in Sechelt. And, in my view, these people are right.

Jobs, and the investment required to create them, support existing businesses and enables a community to grow. Jobs also create an environment that is friendly for younger people. Without investment and growth, communities tend to “age” and ultimately die.

Your Council has a strong commitment to promoting sustainable, innovative and environmentally responsible

growth in Sechelt. We do this in several ways including: • By encouraging ‘infill’ development and supporting increased population density in selected areas.

• By providing a legislative framework that enables ‘smart growth’ for Sechelt (watch for our upcoming release of our modernized Zoning and Development Cost Charges Bylaws.)

• By continuing to pursue the Federal and Provincial governments for financial support for the expansion of our airport. (We have recently received an economic impact study for this project – suffice to say, the importance of the airport to our future prosperity, is significant.)

These types of initiatives are the types of things that esnure Sechelt continues to be viewed as a great place to live and to do business.

In addition, Council looks forward to working with and enhancing our relations with the Sechelt Indian Band. It is an exciting time for the Band. Chief Craigan and his Council are

dynamic and strong leaders who share the goal of sustainable community development.

The future for Sechelt is very bright. As always, it won’t be without challenges. However, we are truly blessed with: • opportunities to grow in a smart, sustainable and responsible manner • having many people seeking to make their home here – and to do business here • our close proximity to Greater Vancouver • a strong reputation of embracing innovation and welcoming entrepreneurs, along with having leading edge services in our community, such as fibre optic and high speed cable telecommunications and world class sustainable wastewater treatment.

• a dynamic and diverse range of social activities ranging from arts and culture to sports and recreational activities.

• And, last but certainly not least, we have a quality of life that is second to none – and that we must, and will, protect.

RCMP concerned for campers On the Sunshine Coast O

n June 17, a resident in Secret Cove called police to report that a car had been parked at a trailhead on Wescan Rd. for 3 days. The caller said that the trail, which goes out to the ocean, was only a short hike, and he was concerned someone may be lost.

Sunshine Coast RCMP located the vehicle and determined it was owned by a female from Vancouver.

Neighbourhood enquiries were conducted, but no one knew why the vehicle was parked there. Officers from

the Vancouver Police Department went to the owner’s residence in Vancouver, and were eventually able to confirm that the owner and a friend had gone camping on the Sunshine Coast.

Officers later met with the owner and explained the concern for her safety.

It’s important that anyone leaving their vehicle to go hiking or camping for any length of time leaves a note with their contact information or the date and time of their intended return said Cst Harrison Mohr with

Sunshine Coast RCMP. A note in a car window can let us know whether someone is still out as planned, or whether someone is overdue and needs help. False alarms like these not only require the effort of multiple officers, but our next step would have been to call out Search and Rescue.

The owner was very apologetic and said she would be sure to leave a note in the future. Released by Cst Harrison Mohr Google Photo

Community Connections looks to help Canning Co-op

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ommunity Connections program manager, Kelly Foley reports Sunshine Coast Community Services Society, (SCCSS) is currently evaluating its food literacy program, which provides clients with opportunities and tips on growing, cooking and preserving their own fruit and vegetables, and provides certificates for produce from the farmers’ market.

Foley attended the recent IGNITE! Barnraiser, and recognized distinct possibilities in partnering with Gibsons resident Danielle Arsenault’s social enterprise, Coast Canning Cooperative to offer a series of workshops in food preservation.

“We’re definitely going to talk to them; we can see a huge value not only in practical terms in preserving food, but also integrating our clients in a community building exercise.”

Summer Schedule On Sunshine Coast G

etting around in a safe and carbon-neutral way for the summer will be easier as of Wednesday, June 25, as summer service levels are in effect on the Sunshine Coast Regional Transit System.

“Transit schedules are adjusted seasonally to meet growing ridership demand,”

notes the newest BC Transit advisory. Garden lovers can rejoice that there will be a summer schedule which will include limited service to Botanical Gardens at 5194 Mason Road in West Sechelt. (Note the gardens are closed on Thursdays.)

Riders needing more in-

formation are encouraged pick up a Spring Rider’s Guide on board BC Transit and schedule information for buses available by calling 604.885.6899 or by internet by going to www.bctransit.com/regions/sun

Elphinstone Tree Naming Event Sunshine Coast residents

sunday June 29 - 1PM

Join Hands to Save a Piece of Elphinstone. Come out into a beautiful forest setting on the Elphinstone slopes and select a tree that resonates with you.

Create a sign that is a personal expression of your connection to the forest, or concern of its possible loss. Materials provided.

This forest is a proposed BC Timber Sales Cutblock A87126.

Logging contractors will have to pass by our signs as they scout out the value of the timber.

Unfortunately, they’re blind to its inherent natural value.

Meeting Place: along the B & K Road (off Hwy 101) at the powerlines @ 1pm Presented by Elphinstone Logging Focus (ELF) For more information, call 604-740-5654 • email loggingfocus@gmail.com • visit loggingfocus.org

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Birthday Celebration Turns into Outdoor Art Gallery Launch G

ibsons, BC - On June 21st, 2014, the birthday party for William Baker, co-founder of the Outdoor Art Galleries Project being planned for Gibsons, turned into a launch event for the Project with the first outdoor mural being unveiled. The 4ft x 8 ft mural created by artist Elizabeth Evans, entitled “Trilogy in Time” depicts ocean, sky and land with an eagle, whale and a deer. The faint shadow of a bear reminds the viewer that as habitats disappear, so too will the creatures that depend on these habitats for their survival. The painting is executed in bright yellows, oranges and blues in Evans’s unique brickilism style – essentially bricks of colour that merge and blend into a seamless pattern of representational art.

“The birthday party was wonderful” stated Baker “but the painting

stole the afternoon”. After officially unveiling the artwork, it dominated both the backyard and the conversation among the 35 guests present for the unveiling. “While I would love to have this amazing painting remain in our yard, I feel it has to be shared with the rest of the Town” added Baker. “We have a few exceptional locations picked out and need to finalize the installation details. This painting will become a wonderful addition to the visual art experience that visitors and citizens enjoy when exploring the Town.

We are continuing to work through the process of installing the rest of the 30 paintings that will be created by local artists and we want to give everyone an idea of exactly what can be expected once all these original painting are sprinkled around the Town.

The Outdoor Art Galleries proj-

ect was recently approved by the Town of Gibsons thereby making available a number of public locations for installation of original artwork. The artworks will remain at the locations for about a year and then be exchanged for new work with the existing artwork being sold by auction.

“There is a lot of work yet to be done to bring this project to fruition but we’re excited to be getting started with this first installation”, remarked Baker.

“It took me about a month to create the work”, said Elizabeth Evans. “There were a number of artistic challenges to overcome in workJune 26, 2014this large and I’m ing on a painting very pleased with the final result”, she added. “I’m looking forward to seeing the painting located in a prominent spot in Gibsons Landing. submitted by Wiliam Baker

SCFC ended the season with a bang

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hree Gold, two Silver and three Bronze were taken by the Sunshine Coast team. Jonathan Hutchinson is the young and mighty coach, and the driving force behind this success, according to local fencing fan, Joel Fafard.

“They certainly grabbed more than their share of medals but deservedly so,” Fafard wrote to the Local Weekly.

Here are the results Caelan Meyer Gold y12 épée Bronze y12 foil Dylan Stiles Silver y12 épée, 8th y14 epee Landseer Enga Gold y12 foil 7th y12 epee Mireille Stiles Bronze y10 épée 13th y10 foil Coen Devlin 12th y10 Foil Mikaly Newton 6th y14 Foil 14th Y14 épée, 11th cadet(u17) Foil, 12th Junior (U20) Eston Mok-Fisk 11th y12 Foil, 13th y14 Foil Fynn Mansbridge-Fafard Gold y14 épée, Silver y14 foil, Bronze cadet (u17) épée Dakota Stiles 13th cadet (u17) 10th Junior (u20) Foil Huellas-Bruskiewicz, Marie-Rose 5th Junior (u20) épée, 10th Women’s Epee Nicolas Meyer 18th Mens Epee, 6th Veterans Epee Joel Fafard 20th Mens Epee, 8th Veteran’s Epee Dakota Stiles, Nico Meyer, Joel Fafard 6th Team Epee

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SEWN – Women rise together Close to 90 aspiring, and already launched women entrepreneurs met for the Self Employed Women’s Network (SEWN) event, last Thursday, where participants brain stormed and committed to forming a collective springboard in order to get the most out of their connections with each other.

“The event (at Gibsons Public Market) was wonderful… there was so much enthusiasm,” said Progress Plan co-chair, Pat Hunt.

Hunt explained that the Community Resource Centre (CRC) and Progress Plan-sponsored event was partly focused on addressing self-employment barriers that were identified through

previous round table talks.

“The feedback from those discussions around economic well-being of women were identified in issues and challenges tied to: belonging (to community), income, transportation, and the issue of care (of both children and older adults),” She said guest speaker, Cheryl McNicol of McNicol Business Services gave valuable advice in her talk about target markets and how forming smaller groups called “referral teams” helps curb the sense of isolation many women indicated is a key challenge.

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“Women are learning how to break down barriers,” she added, “an artist and an accountant can share services … and their target market reflects their values.”

Young husband noted that SEWN participants are stepping up to lead committees, hold regular meetings and work together in small groups. Watch for more events from this movement at www.progressplan.ca The Progress Plan is a federal Status of Womensponsored initiative that is in the third of its three-year program.

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pecial Olympics Sunshine Coast held their volunteer Appreciation Banquet at the Sechelt Legion on Saturday June 7.

Over a hundred athletes, coaches, volunteers and guests gathered together to celebrate the very special efforts of people in the community who support the athletes.

The evening opened with a welcome by Pat Stuart, who then introduced athlete reporter Micheal Oswald reading a short piece comparing Ancient Greek Olympics with modern day Special Olympics.

After dinner, recogni-

tions, awards and performances got underway.

First was the presentation of a trophy and medals to the Ravens Softball Team by coach, Randy Younghusband. Also there were congratulations and special acknowledgements given to Genny Verge for being accepted to compete in the BC Summer Games and to Christel Jensen, Marie Telder and Chuck Bertrand, who will be attending the Special Olympics National Games in Vancouver in July.

Everyone was then treated to a number of performances from three members of the Rhythmic Gymnastics

group: Linsey Davidson, Amanda Boghean and Theresa Presley.

Next, five new athletes and fifteen new coaches and volunteers were formally welcomed into Special Olympics and coaches, assistant coaches and volunteers from winter and spring sports, as well as those who work either all year round or for one-time events filled the stage as they were given praise. It has been a year of much growth in our Sunshine Coast Chapter.

The generosity of the community volunteering their time and effort was also matched by financial

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Notice to the Public BC Bike Race — Modified Schedule for Heavy Traffic Wednesday, July 2: Saltery Bay to Earls Cove Due to the large number of cyclists and vehicles travelling for the BC Bike Race, the following modified schedule will be in effect for Wednesday July 2: Leave Earls Cove (Sechelt)

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PLEASE NOTE: the 9:25 am sailing on Wednesday, July 2 from Saltery Bay to Earls Cove will be exclusively for BC Bike Race cyclists and support vehicles. No other customers will be transported on this sailing.

BC Ferries appreciates its customers’ support in planning their travels on other sailings to ensure the BC Bike race participants get off to a great cycling day.

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support from two benefactors. Jordan McCourt presented a cheque to local Coordinator, Pat Stuart, from money he raises 4jun14 all year long by collecting cashable bottles and cans, and Georgina Chubby and Brenda Morain presented a cheque from the Lions Club. We

know the money will be put to excellent use.

Finally, the attendees enjoyed a fabulous slide show put together by Program Coordinator, Annette Bertrand. All the athletes, coaches and volunteers saw themselves framed in hilarity and dedication.

In all, a great evening for everyone involved. We are all looking forward to registration time in September.

If you know anyone who is interested in becoming involved in Special Olympics as an athlete or a volunteer, contact Pat Stuart at pat_stuart@dccnet.com

West Sechelt Accessible Playground opening invites Play For All! June 26, 2014

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t started out as a dream cus, treasurer and Christine and it ended up grow- Wood, the group’s secretary. ing beyond their wildest “We began working dreams. night and day for the last That’s how an accessible two years to raise enough playground materialized, money so that we could put according to Susan Shinn, the playground together,” West Sechelt Playground Shinn notes with enthusiEnhancement Committee asm.

Chair.

Humble events such as BC Ferries 4jun14 And now it’s being un- bottle drives, pub nights veiled with a celebration at and a ladies night got the West Sechelt Elementary fundraising started – a total School this Saturday, June of $30,000 they were able 28, at 2 p.m. to put into their coffers. But “We saw children at the then they realized the playschool unable to play with ground was accessible only the other kids,” says Shinn, to a point. “and when we saw this we “I saw how my mom who realized the need to buildJune an 26, has2014 mobility issues couldn’t inclusive playground.” take anyone to play there She and her colleagues because the ground was pea began planning and fun- gravel,” Shinn explained. draising, and the group of This led to the group seeing nine original members got that any child or adult needthings started. ing to get in there would “But then the committee need a solid, soft surface. ended up with only three A major breakthrough for members,” Sheen relates. the group came when they The three ended up being heard that Tire Stewardship Shinn herself, Allyson Faw- BC would match what they

had fundraised to put in a rubber floor beneath the structures.

“So then our bank account had $60,000,” Shinn enthused.

After filling out the forms and footing that cost, they still needed to purchase the playground equipment. Another grant came from Fortis BC and the rest from the Baris Foundation.

“We are so grateful for community getting behind us and making a place for all to play,” the mother and fundraiser notes.

She said that the three women in the group who made the playground a reality worked well from the beginning and have become even better friends.

“We’re just so happy to see it open, and that no matter what your age or mobility issue, it’s a place of play for all!”

Apryl Veld – Contributing writer

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Ted Meldrum Memorial Drag Races a huge hit with race and car fans

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oaring engines took centre stage at the race track on June 22, and it will be even more awesome when August comes! That was the sentiment at the Sechelt Airport as the Ted Meldrum Memorial Drag Races smoked and squealed their way down the Sechelt Airport strip last Sunday.

Hosted by the Sunshine Coast Drag Racing Association (SCDRA), the event saw lots of local racers and long-time racers in the 20-year-old event, including drivers from Gibsons,

Sechelt, Pender Harbour and Halfmoon Bay. This 1/8th mile track was lined with cheering fans and was announced by a firstrate race caller who kept the fans up to snuff on the matches as they came roaring up to the Christmas tree light stand and the burnout box.

A group of local drivers and car buffs who were too shy to go on record talked about the history of the races.

“I remember when they used logs from the mill to line the course,” said one man.

“This is a great event which really brings people together,” said another, “it’s a real family event – no alcohol is allowed inside the gates.”

Families who race together stay together was the motto of the Stanley-Clarke family who have several members including a young woman racer and are located in Roberts Creek.

Both lower Sunshine Coast high schools have mechanics programs that prepare cars for the races every year as well.

The trophy winners included Glyn Rose winner of Super Street class, with Keith Tucker runner up, Russel Anderson, Hot Rod winner and Brian McLennan as runner up, Street Machine winner was Levi Stanley Clarke, with runner up Steven Hoops, and Street Rod winner was Shawn Boyd, with runner up Bruce Seabrook.

Ted Meldrum – described as a quiet but energetic and organized gentleman – passed away in 2013 after a struggle with cancer. He could always be counted on to ‘get the job done’ and was the catalyst for many projects, according to friends and family.

Meldrum’s wife, Janet, and their their grandson were on hand to present the Meldrum Memorial Trophy to driver, Robert Rhodes.

Ted’s jacket and helmet was presented to Janet Meldrum by Jimmy Osvalda for whoever in their family takes up racing.

“We had a good turn out and it would be good if we can keep (the drag races) going,” said organizer and SCDRA president, Tony Petula,”if community comes out to support them, they should, because we need to keep these events on the Coast.” Apryl Veld

Tennis On The Coast O

ne of the shining stars of tennis on the Sunshine Coast is 20 year old Madison Shoemaker who currently attends Seton Hall University in New Jersey playing NCAA Division 1 tennis – she began lessons with local coach, Jacques Joyal when she was eight and over the years has played in 12 Canadian

National Championships among many other competitions. Each year 350 school children take part in tennis programs at Suncoast Racquet Club.

While everyone will not be a star, everyone can hit the ball and is welcome at Suncoast Racquet Club.

Throughout the year a variety of fun tournaments,

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leagues and social events are held. For information including booking public play (Monday evenings: 8:009:30 and Saturdays 12:30 to 3:30 pm) and clinics call Jacques 604 741-7858; www.srctennis.ca, Facebook: SRCTennis. Summer tennis camps are offered for children and youth.

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elebrate Canada Day with the Royal Astronomical Society – Sunshine Coast Centre at Hackett Park in Sechelt. We’ll be set up with information, star and moon finders and solar telescopes for safe viewing of the sun, clear skies permitting. Find out about your local club and see how we can help enhance your astronomy experience!

To continue the theme of recent columns, here are some July sky events that can be observed without optical aid: July 2 — Venus passes 4° north of Aldebaran in the morning sky.

July 5 — The first quar-

ter Moon passes between Mars and Spica in evening twilight.

July 7 — The Moon passes 0.4° south of Saturn.

July 13 — Mars passes 1.4° north of Spica.

July 24 — The Moon passes 4° south of Venus. (morning sky) July 28-29— The Southern Delta Aquariid meteor shower peaks.

Around July 4th and 5th, asteroid hunters can set their sights eight degrees above Mars and Spica to see if they can observe asteroids Ceres and Vista as they cross paths in the constellation Virgo. Don’t worry about a collision. They are more

than 80 million kilometres apart!

The Summer Triangle asterism is coming into its prime position high above us. As dusk starts to fall, see if you can spot its three major stars as they pop out of the twilight: Deneb in the great constellation Cygnus; brilliant Vega in Lyra; and Altair in Aquila. This asterism can be an important tool in finding your way around the summer sky!

Join us for Astro Cafe on Friday July 18th around 8:30 p.m at Pier 17. Telescopes will be set up on the sea wall weather permitting.

Everyone is welcome. Bring your binoculars, your tele-

scopes, or just your enthusiasm!

Look for our club at these upcoming events: Sunday July13th - Halfmoon Bay Fair Sat /Sun July 26th/27th Sea Cavalcade Gibsons, Saturday, August 16th Astronomy in the Park, at Porpoise Bay Provincial Park in Sechelt.

N.B. The next regular meeting of the Astronomy Club will be Friday, September 12th.

Submitted by the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada – Sunshine Coast Centre. www.coastastronomy.ca

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De-Stress for a Healthy Life A

s people continue to face increased external stress in their lives, there is a movement afoot to find and embrace internal harmony. The modern world is a fast-paced one; e-mails, text-messages, and banking transactions happen in seconds, processes and rushed and impersonal and results are expected immediately.

But is it all too much?

To counteract this overstimulation, more and more people are seeking ways to adopt a simpler, more introspective method of living.

The ‘rat race’ of contemporary culture that often necessitates spreading oneself too thin seems to be taking a back seat to activities more centered in thoughtful, introspective endeavors. Consequently, the pendulum appears to be swinging away from one measuring their success according to their materialistic accomplishments and, rather, seeking to find balance in one’s life at a more internal level.

Recent studies support this mindset stating that, even as our culture suggests otherwise, popularity, influence and money do not

make people happiest and, instead, autonomy, life purpose and relationships are found to be paramount. Instead of ones wealth in life coming in the form of money, showy cars, fashionable clothing or exotic vacations, individuals are increasingly making more investments of their time and focusing their efforts into slowing down, reflecting and simply learning to breathe.

This shift could be a healthsaving change for a lot of people. Studies show that life stress that continues without relief may lead to a condition called distress - a negative stress reaction. Distress can manifest itself in physical symptoms including headaches, upset stomach, elevated blood pressure, chest pain, and problems sleeping. Research suggests that stress may also cause or worsen certain symptoms or diseases.

Activities that encourage a slower, more thoughtful pace are popular and effective avenues through which one can better support their mental and spiritual wellbeing while also supporting their physical health. For

instance, yogis and their students alike can attest that yoga helps to access an inner strength that allows one to face the sometimesoverwhelming fears, frustrations, and challenges of everyday life. The same can certainly be said for exercise, playing music, creating art, and a myriad of other enriching endeavors.

Locally, the Sunshine Coast has both a broad and supportive array of ways to elevating oneself, both through organized forums - dance, yoga, art classes, music lessons, paddle board rentals, community events – or simply by getting outside. The research is there to support the movement; a healthy, rested, inspired mind is the center of a happy life.

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Fireworks, which can be traced back thousands of years, have an interesting history. Many historians believe fireworks originated in ancient China as early as 200 B.C. It is thought that early fireworks were not the gunpowder-filled explosives of today, but something made from bamboo, a material native to China. Chunks of bamboo, a thick, fast-growing grass, may have been tossed onto a fire as fuel. The rods would blacken, but eventually explode in the fire, causing a loud, frightening noise. This noise was a re-

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The legendary North Shore will host stage 1 of the 2014, BC Bike Race North Vancouver BC – The BC Bike Race is excited to announce that North Vancouver, home of the infamous North Shore trails, will host the opening stage for 2014.

Going into year eight BC Bike Race the “Ultimate Singletrack Experience” will make a slight change to its route by hosting stage one in North Vancouver. After three years away the trail conditions are right to bring the event back.

The iconic ladder bridges of the North Shore are some of the most recognizable trail features in adventure tourism today. Bike Magazine recently recognized North Vancouver as “one of the most influential bike destinations in the world”.

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“The legendary North Shore has played a big part in the development of the global mountain biking history and connecting the circle route of this history from North Vancouver to Whistler just makes sense. “ said BC Bike Race president Dean Payne. “We want to offer our participants the ride of their lives!”

The North Shore is changing, under the trail stewardship of Mark Woods and the NSMBA (North Shore Mountain Bike Association) the building style is new school with lots of ‘pump and flow’. This has made the trail access much more universal and the riding experience that much better.

Stage 2 will take place in Cumberland, stage 3

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BC Bike Race would like to thank Campbell River for being an amazing partner over the last three years.

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Philip Kevin Paul is one such poet, and his quiet style and bold honesty was a treat for those attending his reading at the Gibsons Public Art Gallery last Saturday evening.

A Vancouver Island resident from the Wsanec nation on the Saanich Penninsula, Paul shared a sampling of poems from his latest

book, Little Hunger, published by Gibsons’ Nightwood Editions. Paul read poems and spoke with his fans in English as well as in the lilting dance of his mother tongue, which has been on the verge of extinction for years.

There are a scant few who are presently fluent in the Sencoten language, he explained.

“There are only eight of us … along with a second generation of some very fluent

young speakers.”

The author also described his reluctance to publish and read his poems, and he praised Sunshine Coast publisher, Silas White for helping him take his poetry seriously, and to share it.

“I wasn’t driven in school,” Paul said, noting that depression hampered his writing efforts, but he noted his Nightwood publisher was not deterred, “(White) called me numerous times over three years

Audition Notice: “Marion Bridge” D

riftwood Players is preparing a production of Daniel MacIvor’s “Marion Bridge” to be performed at Heritage Playhouse in Gibsons form November 13 to 23, 2014.

Our Director will be Lori Pepper who prepared the very successful “Bedfull of Foreigners” for Peninsula Players in 2011. Lori will be assisted by dramaturge, Bob Hunt.

Daniel MacIvor is one of Canada’s foremost play-

wrights, known for the wry brilliance of his dialogue and interplay of characters.

Driftwood and Bob Hunt produced MacIvor’s “Never Swim Alone” at Heritage Playhouse in 2008.

“Three women in their thirties come “home” to Cape Breton to be with their dying mother. Each in her own way tries to deal with the painful loneliness of their lives - each is trying to reconcile what they have become with what

they thought they wanted out of life and with what they thought their parents wanted for them. Nothing, of course, has turned out exactly the way anyone imagined it would.”

Auditions are scheduled for noon to 3:00 pm on Saturday, July 5 and Sunday, July 6, 2014 at Heritage Playhouse. A prepared monologue is optional. If you do not bring something, then we will have you read from the script.

… giving me encouragement, and he even came to my house.” Paul assists linguists from University of Victoria and University of Texas with the grammar of his mother tongue, that has a character which clearly echoes values of respect and honesty mirrored in his poetry. The Little Hunger author shares his cultural mythologies and described how Sencoten speakers are reluctant to name things in conversation.

“There’s a discourtesy in naming places … and to not impose your view, so we say, ‘that over there’ because it’s discourteous to assume your view (in naming a place) is the only view,” Paul notes.

He added that he believes naming places and things is a reflection of our human needs and memory, “I’ve never known a place named for its benefit,” the Dorothy Livesay award-winning author said.

Parts required: Three females to play characters in their late 30s to early 50s.

Driftwood Players is an amateur company, so no financial remuneration can be paid, just fun and glory as compensation!

If you are interested in auditioning, or assisting offstage, send a quick reply to drfitwoodplayers@dccnet. com or call Lori (604)-7417456, Bob (604)740-0105 or Bill (604)840-0304.

Upcoming deadlines set for arts and culture grants A

rts and culture organizations can now apply for funding in three project assistance program areas delivered through the BC Arts Council.

The Innovations program supports extraordinary commissioning, research, creation, development and/or production costs

incurred for projects that demonstrate innovation, experimentation and risk taking. Funding will be provided towards new works by organizations with a demonstrated track record in the creation, development and production or public presentation of new work.

2, 2014. Arts-based Community Development project applications are being accepted until July 15, 2014. These awards are available to assist with projects that develop and extend the practice and understanding of arts-based community development through the processes of

creating art, producing events, and developing resource materials for artsbased community development practitioners.

Application guidelines and program details for these and all funding opportunities can be found at www.bcartscouncil.ca submitted Aryl Veld

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July 6 Artists Reception: Journey Through Dreamtime at Sunshine Coast Arts Centre, Trail & Medusa, Sechelt, 4 – 6pm. Meet photographer Elaine Hunter and painter Kevin McEvoy. Exhibition of work continues through to July 27.

July 12 Davis Bay Sandcastle Competition and Music at Mission Point Park 10am Registration - Family, group, youth categories 10:30am Begin construction of sand sculptures 1:30-2:15pm Judging takes place 2:25pm Winners in each category are announced 2:30-5:00pm Music at Mission Point Park with talented local musicians July 19 – Aug. 24 Recovery Method. Works by Michelle Sirois-Silver at Fibre Works Studio & Gallery, 12887 Sunshine Coast Hwy., Madeira Park. www.fibreworksgallery.com July 19 Artist Reception: Michelle Sirois-Silver, 2 – 4pm at Fibre Works Studio & Gallery, 12887 Sunshine Coast Hwy., Madeira Park. www. fibreworksgallery.com July 20 Concert: Pianist Peter Arnstein’s 2nd Annual Sunshine Coast Concert, at St. Hilda’s Anglican Church, Sechelt, 2p. Tix: Adults, $20; Seniors, $15; Students, Music$10.in the Landing Aug. 15 – 17 Power of Paint: Eleven Equal Artists exhibition of recent works at Seaside Centre, Sechelt.

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This recipe comes from cook and author Dreena Burton.

I have over 20 vegan cookbooks, but I use only about 3 of them regularly. My dog-eared, tomato spattered copy of her book, Let Them Eat Vegan has seen a lot of use. Finding good cookbooks is important, as each author will help you stretch your ideas to develop your fabulous vegan recipe repertoire.

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The weather has been terrific this Spring and right now, young tender LETTUCES are ready to be picked and enjoyed. Packed with nutrients, we have a large variety to choose from, each with its own special taste, appearance and texture. Perfect for salads and wraps, here are some of our favourites: Drunken Woman: Beautiful emerald green leaves tipped in mahogany red. The leaves are crisp and tasty.

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Buttercrunch: Rich green leaves, sometimes tinged with red, this lettuce is a good source of vitamin A and phytonutrients.

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ot a garden or a pair of strong hands and some enthusiasm — you’re in.

Thanks to a project by the One Straw Society’s Hands on the Land project, you could be snacking fresh veggies and playing in the dirt, depending on what you are able to do or have for resources.

That’s the beauty of the project, notes Joe James of One Straw Society.

“If you’ve got extra land to share for peo-

ple who want to garden and grow vegetables, or you’re someone who needs land to grow food, then send us an e-mail to handsonlands@onestraw.ca” James says.

Food lovers take note, gardeners can be connected with a landowner where you live or want to garden on the Sunshine Coast.

James says that as the public profile of One Straw keeps growing, there are more hands showing up.

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What you give and take from the Hands on the Land project is up to the people who are matched up, James says, they merely match the land people with the gardeners.

Some of the garden owning people don’t have time to work their beds and some are just not in good enough physical condition, but watching gardens go fallow is an unhappy occasion for some former-gardeners.

“What we do is we try to put people to-

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“In the seven years of the program’s existence, this is the most successful year,” James affirmed.

He noted that the One Straw organization was started by the late Robin Wheeler, a Coast resident and garden enthusiast.

of appetite, diarrhea and vomiting. Stress also causes muscles to tense and, if the dog is not allowed to move and loosen those muscles in a stressful situation, trembling and cramping can occur (a good reason to avoid demanding a stressed dog to “sit” or “down” - it is better, for a variety of reasons, to lead them out of the stressful situation and allow the muscles to move and relax).

A stressed dog who does not show signs of stress anymore is “shut down” and frozen.

To help a stressed dog, make sure she has time to relax between periods of excitement, create a schedule so the dog can anticipate what is coming next, train in a calm and reward based manner, help the dog out of situations that may be frightening or anxiety producing and be reasonable in one’s expectations of the dog.

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Backyard soirees are a staple of summer for many families.

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hether hosting a family reunion, a gathering of friends or a mix of both, such gatherings can be a great time to reconnect with your loved ones in a relaxing and natural setting.

Hosting such gatherings might not require as much work as organizing a more formal get-together, but that doesn’t mean summer soirees don’t require a little work in advance of the guests’ arrival. That’s especially true if you plan to host the party outdoors in your yard, which will need a little TLC before guests arrive. The following are a few tips to get your yard ready before your next summer soiree. * Cut the grass and clear your walkways. Cutting the grass before guests arrive might seem like common sense, but try to do so a couple of days before the party. This gives you an extra day or so to clear the walkways of grass clippings, and it saves you the trouble of cutting the grass on the day of the party when you’re likely to have more pressing tasks to take care of. * Decorate your yard.

Decorations are a staple of parties held indoors, so why

not decorate your home’s exterior when hosting a gettogether in the backyard?

Use freshly cut flowers from your own garden as centerpieces on your patio furniture, or purchase flowers of various colors from your local florist to add a dash or two of color to the festivities. * Clear the yard of toys.

Before guests arrive, clear the yard of the kids’ toys, putting them away so guests don’t injure themselves by stepping on errant action figures or skateboards left hidden in the grass. * Trim trees and shrubs around walkways. While a backyard barbecue is less formal than a party held indoors, you still want your home to be as accommodating as possible for your guests. Don’t forget to trim trees and shrubs around the walkways so guests don’t feel like they’re on safari when coming to and from the backyard. * Make sure outdoor lighting is working properly.

If you’re about to host your first event of the summer, inspect your home’s exterior lighting so everyone isn’t left sitting in the dark. Check

patio lighting and replace any bulbs and make sure the lights along your walkways are functioning at full capacity so guests can safely navigate their way around the party. You may even want to string holiday lights around the patio to create a more laid-back ambiance in which guests can relax without lights beating down on them. * Protect your guests from insects. Insects like mosquitoes can quickly turn a swinging soiree into a nuisance, so purchase some decorative citronella candles to repel mosquitoes. Tiki torches along walkways and around the patio furniture may also prove effective insect repellants. In addition, if there are any areas around your property where water has gathered, such as bird fountains or puddles from recent rains, do your best to get rid of that water. Water attracts many insects, which lay their eggs in the standing water. Backyard gatherings are a staple of summer.

But even if such soirees are less formal, hosts still must survey their property and address any issues before guests arrive. Metro

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