SPRING BREAK FUN!

SING FOR XPEY’ COMMUNITY CHOIR

Comejoin the Lila Community Choir this season, while we Sing For Xprey’ (Cedar). We will be learning a variety of genres of songs in support of our Interconnected Ecosystem, Community and Village Building and in support of the local Xprey’ project. The Xprey’ project is a chance for our community to take action to restore and protect Xprey’ now so that it is around for cultural use 500 years from now. This project is taking actions to mitigate the loss of Xpey’ (Cedar), a cultural keystone species, that is threatened by climate change and land development. Our choir season will complete with a live performance with special musical guests in collaboration with the Xprey’ project

For more information: www. journeyofourgeneration.ca March 2nd, OPEN HOUSE Lila Community Choir, Songs for Cedar. All Voices Welcome 7pm - 8:30pm, www.joythroughmusic. com, Registration required. $245 for 13 weeks. March 10/17/24

CVCAS Volunteers Make the Wheels Go Around

Nomatter what your arts and culture genre, or your age, there’s something for you in the Chemainus Valley Cultural Arts Society’s events calendar listings.

But none of that eclectic mix of music, visual arts and literature would be possible without the scores of volunteers who greet people at info and ticket tables, pass the hat, hang shows, and take care of the thousand-andone other tasks that need doing to keep programs, events and services running.

So encouraging volunteers is a crucial role. “We want to be sure our volunteers are recognized, and that they are in roles where they’re having fun and feeling good about making an arts and culture contribution,” said CVCAS Chair Bob Johns.

There’s all kinds of reasons people ‘step up to the plate’ when it comes to volunteering, but for most it’s about making a positive difference in their community. In the case of the CVCAS, that translates into making Chemainus a great place to engage in the arts either as creators, participants or audience members.

Other take-aways…

Volunteering is a good way to meet people. Working with a like minded team in a casual environment presents lots of opportunities to make friends and contacts with others who share similar interests.

You can keep connected with the arts community, and up to speed with what’s going on in your particular arts and culture niche by volunteering.

Many volunteers learn new skills, or get to share their skill sets with others.

Volunteers are crucial for the CVCAS to continue offering its broad range of programs. So next time you’re attending a CVCAS event, think about signing up as a volunteer. “It’s fun, volunteering and it feels good, being part of an organization that does so much for the community.” said Performance Committee Chair Bev Knight.

For her volunteers make the CVCAS’s performance lineup possible and affordable. “We don’t want to exclude anyone, but we want to be able to bring a full calendar of exciting music to the community,” Knight said. “Our volunteers and people who make donations at the concerts make that possible. The people of Chemainus have been very generous.”

Go to the CVCAS.ca website, where you can get more information about becoming a member and volunteering.

Pacific Pearl Dental Hygiene Clinic

Pacific Pearl dental hygiene clinic opened its doors to provide a service that has been long overdue. To help families with a more efficient and affordable way to care for their teeth. “We recognized a need.” shares dental hygienist and coowner Ricki Weissbach “People just want to have their teeth cleaned without the pressure and anxiety that the dental office brings. Without the huge wait times and extra fees associated with exams and x-rays.”

Professional teeth cleaning is an important step to prevent tooth decay and gum disease. While brushing and flossing every day is key, regular visits with a hygienist are necessary to inspect gums for tarter and plaque build up which can lead to gum disease. When left unchecked, gum disease also known as periodontitis can lead to early tooth loss.

This busy clinic located in the heart of Ladysmith has three hygienists on staff to serve you. With almost 30 years of experience between them, all are licensed with independent licences (degree equivalent plus the dental hygiene diploma). Their services cater to all ages and they strive to provide a gentle and efficient and offer a flexible schedule which includes evenings and weekend appointments. No dental exam needed to book in. “We take all families and can help parents navigate the government subsidies in regards to dental programs for children under 12 years of age (Universal Dental Care).”

“We are essentially a teeth cleaning spa”. smiles Ricki “Experienced dental hygienists doing thorough gentle cleanings. Cleanings takes place in a low stress environment without the sounds of drills or smells of a dental office.” The fees are lower because Pacific Pearl is only billing for the teeth cleaning, not the exams or x-rays which incur the extra fees. If concerns do come up, they refer their clients to their dentists for additional check ups. Accepting new patients and all insurance coverage plans. Ask about their senior and student discounts. 740 First Avenue, Ladysmith (above the library) 250 802-2812 www.pacificpearl.ca