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sessions online CVAC register at cowichanvalleyartscouncil.ca Runs to 07/10
June 2021 Issue 151 Cowichan Valley Voice Magazine Publisher Richard Badman Editor Sheila Badman Contact us at: editor@cowichanvalleyvoice.com 250 746 9319 6514 Wicks Rd, Duncan BC V9L 5V2 Visit us online at www.cowichanvalleyvoice.com Distribution Proofreader Calendar Richard Badman Diana Pink Angela Sheppard
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Cover Image: Will O’Connell These trees once stood in the Caycuse old-growth forest and is believed to be now clear cut by industry, while RCMP held back and arrested peaceful protesters and media.
SPECIAL THANKS TO FOLLOWING VALLEY VOICES Mervon Brown, Kathy Code, Georgia Newsome, Jessica Schacht, Susan Down, Patricia Berry, David & Ranji, Craig Spence, Tim Fairbairn, Chris Turyk, Chef Brad Boisvert, Karen Bernard, Terence Miranda, Gina Malkin, Silvia Graber, Amanda Vance, Grant Easterbrook, Dr. Lyn Pascoe, Denise D’Fantis, Tina Foster,Winter Koyote, Cindy Savary, Marcus Paladino, Alistair MacGregor, Rick Stordeur, Alicia Fall, Claire Sear, David Coulson, Hilary Huntley, Nora Livingston, Sheila Badman, Emily Bjornson-Skelly, Monica Dockerty, Paul Robinson, Jane Kilthei, Brian Horwitz, Chris Rafuse, Shiloh Badman, Madeline Southern, Tamara Dinter, John Magdanz, Joanne Sales, Debbie Wood, Patty Abbott, Icel Jane Dobell, Jane Kilthei, The lovely Georgia Nicols, Nicolette Genier, Cindy Jolin and the Wonderful Staff at the Community Farm Store.
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OUR COMMUNITY
Will BC’s Old-Growth Become Nothing But A Faint Memory? 7 The Public Market in Chemainus 12 Father’s Day Gift Guide - Stay Loyal to Local 27 Back to the Future: Area 51 30-31 Bill C-208 Amend the Income Tax Act 40 One Cowichan 58 June Forecasts 77 Community Directory 78-79
LOCAL FOOD & DRINK
Better Than Salad- Caesars for Father’s Day 12 Choosing A Vineyard Site 18-19 Delicious Food Made to Order Right to Your Home 20-21 Local Pairings for Grilling Surf & Turf 22 Father’s Day BBQ 23 Patio Dining Around The Valley 26 Espresso Balsamic Steak Marinade 32 Support Your Community One Frozen Dinner At A Time 35 Growing Tea, Knowing Tea 44 Charcuterie in The Vineyard 45 Fresh Food comes from Local Farms 55
HOME & GARDEN
Life Under The Oak 24 A Deeper Look into The Flowers of June 38 Dad’s Dream The Outdoor Kitchen 46 Creating A Simple Kitchen Herb Garden 48 The Mediterranean Garden 49 Paul’s Pump and Treatment 53 Affordable Homeownership in a Time of Need 58-59 Soil Texture Why it matters 71 What’s In Your Shopping Cart? 74
LOCAL ARTS
Food for the Soul 11 Joyful Spring Mural Mosaic on display at Chemainus Library! 13 Julie Nygaard creates Layers of Meaning 16 Mosul: May, 1980 17 Artist Ken Campbell Brings A Quintessentially Canadian Theme 42 Birch Bark Bitings by Pat Bruderer 43 Man Mugs by Hilary Huntley 47
BODY, MIND & SOUL
Bamboo for Dad Chemainus Health Food Store 14 Why We Should Read 15 Food For Thought 28 Broccoli Sprouts: The Summer Superfood 29 Ask The Doc 33 President Nixon, China, and Acupuncture 34 Supreme Fighter in the Battle of Inflammation 36 Longer Walks, Shorter Labour 37 Anxiety - How to Deal With the Bully 41 Feed Your Skin 56-57 Brain Injuries Don’t Care! June is Brain Injury Awareness Month 60 Brain on Wheels Launches June 1st 61 We Love Wonderful Water 75
PETS, RECREATION & NATURE
Are Birds the Key to Happiness? 25 Cold Comfort: Surf Photography from Canada’s West Coast 39 Cowichan Valley’s Six Mountains Forest: War or Peace— The Choice is Ours 50 Fathers of Low Tide Day 51 Who’s That in the Rivers? 52 Cowichan Summer Camp Planner 64-69 Paddling Adventures in Cowichan Bay. Beginners Welcome! 70 Bee Facts 71 Broombusting in June 72 Lucky Dog Should you shave your double coated dog? 73 Picnic Parks with Water Features and or Playgrounds 76
JUNE EVENTS
1Joyful Spring Art mural mosaic Chemainus Library window www. chemainusartgroup.com/muralproject Runs to 06/30
Brain on Wheels Launches! Cowichan Brain Injury Society Contact Tracey Nyhan 2507597-4662 for appointment
Moments of Joy sculptor Bev Paterson abstract painter Marsha Batchelor CVAC Gallery 2687 James St, Duncan Mon-Fri 11-4pm Sat 12-4pm Runs to 06/19
5Off the Wall: Redefining the Map A book art exhibit CVAC Annex 2687 James St, Duncan Mon-Fri 11-4pm Sat12-4pm Runs to 06/19
6North Cowichan Growth Management Survey Deadline Have your say! www.northcowichan.ca/OCP 8 Cowichan Valley Arts Council Annual General Meeting online 7pm Members sign up on website cowichanvalleyartscouncil.ca/ whats-on/
9Spiritual Upliftment & Conversation 3 Baha’i friends Topic: Oneness of Mankind call Laurice Tim & Lee 250 748 2585
Warmland Book & Film Collective Speaking My Truth: Reflections on Reconciliation & Residential Schools 5-7pm online WarmlandBFC@gmail. com
15 Plein Air painting Roger Jackson online introduction before field trip in July CVAC cowichanvalleyartscouncil.ca/ whats-on/
Treasures by Local Artisans Your Search is Over
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19 Introduction to Drawing Pets in Coloured Pencil 4 sessions online CVAC register at cowichanvalleyartscouncil.ca Runs to 07/10
20 Happy Father’s Day to all the Dads and father figures that show their love and make a difference in our lives.
23 Spiritual Upliftment & Conversation 3 Baha’i friends Topic: Progressive Revelation call Laurice Tim & Lee 250 748 2585 30Cowichan Hospital Foundation 50/50 Draw date June 30! www.cdhf5050.ca