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A wounded whale of a tale ree Willie might get his blower out of sorts on this: one favoured Victoria Killer whale is nursing his back after reports that the whale suffered a gash from an unidentified source weeks ago. K21, or “Cappuccino,” is one DANIELLE of only two breeding-age males in K-pod, a group of whales POPE that finds its haunting grounds news@ around Juan de Fuca Straight mondaymag.com and the Victoria area. The group was off shore at press time, but K21 was last seen with a six-inch wound that was cut past the skin and blubber and deep into the muscle. “We’ve been told the injury is not life-threatening and that most likely he will survive, but at this point all we can do is watch and see what happens,” says Cara Lachmuth, Straight Watch south coordinator for Cetus Research and Conservation Society. “The wound could have been caused by anything.” Cetus has not seen K21 since the pod left last week, but other than monitoring the whale’s progress, there is little the organization could do — in an effort to reduce stress to the mammals, they do not capture or treat whales, even when injured. They do report all incidents, however, and, sent out an educating notification to marine traffic in the area to be on the lookout for whales in the summer months. “People don’t realize that, if they are going fast and they see a group of whale watchers in the area, they need to slow down,” says Lachmuth. “There is going to be something down there, and this isn’t just for the safety of the whales safety — your boat is at risk too.”
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ISITT GOING TO BE A GOOD YEAR? Exciting news for progressive-minded Victoria residents this week: long-time political/historical buff Ben Isitt has announced he will be running for Victoria City Council come the November election. Isitt ran for the position of Vic mayor twice, winning 32 per cent of the vote in 2002 and 44 per cent in 2005. But the Fernwood native, who has his PhD in history and is heading back to UVic to snag a PhD in law, bowed out of the mayoral challenge to spend more time with his family. Six years later, Isitt says it’s time to give it another go, this time on the council side. “I felt like there would be more balance with running for council, and it’s a valuable position where you can create some serious change,” says Isitt, who already has his up-and-running website (BenIsitt.ca), army of volunteers and campaign platform worked out. The platform covers everything from a community violence prevention program to an emphasis on urban agriculture opportunities to a comprehensive review of the current police budget. Isitt says his mandate is to combine progressive politics with fiscal responsibility. “We plan to door campaign the entire city at least once,” he says, adding that he will be running as an independent. “And I would be thrilled to work with whoever Victoria decides to place around that table.”
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Killer whale K21, or Cappuccino, was wounded weeks ago by an unidentified source. Now, one group is warning marine traffic to take extra care.
BC HYDRO CAN DISH IT OUT BC Hydro is having trouble keeping its nose out of the news, but this week your regularly scheduled impending Smart Meter debate takes a break for some less hostile advances — at least towards Hydro. David Black, President of the Canadian Office and Professional Employees Union (Local 378), is demanding a significant re-write of the “deeply flawed” Review of BC Hydro, released last week by Premier Christy Clark’s government. Black asked “to correct the faulty methodology and selective statistics that were used to launch a gratuitous and unwarranted attack on BC Hydro employees and their families.” Black criticized the province for arbitrarily choosing 2006 as the base-year to show uncontrolled growth in BC Hydro’s workforce. Now, he claims as many as 1,200 BC Hydro employees could lose their jobs if the government adopts recommendations in the review. Doesn’t feel too good to lose your choice and your voice in a matter, does it BC Hydro?
It’s been an education hey say you never really stop learning and, if this week’s Education Issue illustrates anything, it’s the truth of that statement. Whether you’re still neck-deep in text books or have been out of school long enough to forget what a preposition is, the real education is happening all around us every day, in picking up a few special tasks while a co-worker is away on vacation or leaping head-first into a world you know nothing about — and doing your level best to hinge open that mind. One year ago today, I interviewed paid companion Emily Marie, one of the most well-to-do escorts in DANIELLE Victoria’s industry. The response, backlash and support POPE from readers was astounding. Next week, we’ll all get news@ another sneak peak into what her life has been like, now mondaymag.com that she’s celebrating two-and-a-half years in the biz. It’s easy to jump to quick emotional responses when we learn about something as vulnerable and risky as sex work, but blinking into a world that many people are part of — and arguably many more don’t understand — only helps us to see the fuller, high-def picture. Our real education has always been tapping on the window at any given time, just waiting for us to look out and see it. Often, we get too distracted by the glare of stigma to keep staring. We balk at the woman making many times our wages while having sex; we turn away from the homeless youth on the street, holding the sign that says “I wish I had a dime for every person who ignored me.” We shield ourselves from the catch phrases that make us sigh and turn up iTunes (gather yourself, here they come: tar sands, global warming, economic drought). We steer clear of reminders of death, murders in the papers, tombstones in the park, news that our parents are getting older. And we do all this under the guise of protecting our peevish curiosity from discovering that time is running out. We latch onto this notion that, if we just look the other way, this fact won’t be true. But it is. Time has been running out for all time. And we have plenty of it, if we chose to use it wisely: to open our eyes to the parts of our worlds — even the exiles — that need our attention; to show compassion for those succeeding as much as we do for those struggling; to give ourselves permission to learn, rather than to know. Last year, I remember asking Emily Marie what the hardest part of her job was. She didn’t say much, but during our conversation I could hear the loneliness in her voice. She told me friendships were difficult, as many people were uncomfortable with her line of work, but she still preferred not to lie about it. Perhaps that’s the biggest thing I’ve learned this past year in the School of Life Studies: everyone is doing the best they can with the tools they have. And, shiny or not, I think sometimes we all deserve a little extra credit for that. M
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NOW YOU TOO CAN SHOOT A TREE Attention wannabe photographers: tired of coming home from every camping trip with blurry photos and a less-than-comprehensive understanding of what all those buttons on your camera do, anyway? Thanks to the fundraising initiatives of the Ancient Forest Alliance, now you don’t have to. On Saturday, Aug. 20 — for a sliding scale of $75 to $125 — all you need is your own gear (pocket digitals, SLRs and film cameras are fine) and a willingness to learn with the AFA’s TJ Watt. Watt has been shooting for nearly a decade and has a pro photog diploma from Western Academy of Photography. You’ve also seen his tall-tree shots in countless stories out from the AFA. The outdoor workshop,10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Goldstream Park, is an effort to raise cash for the AFA and grant beginner photographers professional tools, from shutter speed and aperture to the “art of seeing.” For more, email: info@ancientforestalliance.org. M
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Bike racks not finished yet Re: Weekly Report Card “Anything in the name of fashion,” Aug. 11 - 17
Just so you know, the bike rack by the Mac is being replaced. We are also working on a more comprehensive bicycle parking strategy to focus our efforts on increasing the numbers and the quality of bike parking downtown and across the city. More than 400 spaces were created to deal with the conversion of our meters to pay by space parking downtown and many more bike parking facilities are being created in the private sector, where bylaws I lobbied for before election to council introduced mandatory minimums for bike parking at all private development projects. There's lots of work still to be done on the issue. The increased demand for bike parking is a good sign that the work we are doing to expand our cycling network, with new bike lanes, greenways and the emerging E&N trail with rail project, are all growing participation in cycling, and hence demand for more bike parking. For everyone else, better bike parking has other benefits too. Without adequate bike parking cyclists will use whatever fixed object they can find to secure their bike to, and that sometimes creates hazards in the walking environment. For drivers, everyone riding a bike downtown is not competing for the parking spot that you are after. Everyone wins. The missing rack will be back soon, and more to follow. I'm always on the case. JOHN LUTON, COUNCILLOR, VICTORIA
LRT wrong direction The zero-emission eBus and the Alexander Dennis double deckerwith emission-
reducing EPA 2010certified engine is the way of the future. The LRT has great limitations. For example, in the case of a breakdown or obstruction, the LRT can not reroute like a bus. In addition, extra or replacement units can not be brought in during peak or emergency situations. Then there is the cost: purchase, maintain and replace. Wouldn't that money be better invested toward subsidized transit passes, increasing ridership? WILLIAM PERRY, VICTORIA
Cover choice questionable I was very happy to see Rose Henry on the cover of Monday some weeks back. She has worked very hard and deserves everything good that comes her way. I was disturbed and chagrined, however, to see Rob Zombie on the cover the next week. I'm not sure the choices of appearance and artistry are indicative of good mental health when there are better role models like Gene Miller, Yule Heibel, Mayor Fortin,
Howie Seigel, Rev. Al, Meg Tilly and more right here under our very noses. I know you can do way better. J. DAVID BURKE, VICTORIA
Kieran really misses mark Re: “Oppal’s bungling threatens benefits,” July 28 - Aug. 3 Mr. Kieran does not appreciate the lean, fiscally prudent organization that the Native Courtworkers is, nor does he appreciate the value of the organization's participation in the inquiry. With respect, it seems his attitudes are reflective of many British Columbians who see Indigenous Peoples as “special interest.” For me, seeking justice is not a special interest, it is a constant desire that is so often unfulfilled by peace, order and good government. TROY SEBASTIAN, VICTORIA
BC Hydro must be watched Re: “Residents concerned by Smart Meter plan,” July 28 - Aug. 3 I am so glad that the CRD has cho-
sen to protect our Agriculture and ban the use of sewage compost. I wouldn't be surprised if your article helped. Now we're in another battle, this time with BC Hydro. Your article couldn't be more timely, as we just received our new bill, and with it Hydro propaganda about the “Smart Meters.” I immediately sent off an email informing them of our decision to opt out, and that municipalities and utilities across the North America and Europe are providing this choice for their customers. I have also sent emails to Denise Savoie and Rob Fleming asking for their help to at least be able to opt out. I hope you will stay on top of this story as this device has serious health risks which we do not need when our bodies are already dealing with pollution from cars trucks and buses, radiation from Japan and more. HELENE HARRISON, VICTORIA
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Group home closures mock family intent arents of d e ve l o p mentally disabled g r o u p home residents should be forgiven if they think Premier Christy Clark’s “families first” mantra has a hollow ring. BRIAN For the past week KIERAN the media has been bkieran@ all over the systemmondaymag.com atic closure of group homes across B.C. A plan to shut down a three-person home in Langley is typical. It is being done with little consultation with the parents and against their wishes. Rick Mowles, CEO of Community Living BC (CLBC), writes on the Crown agency’s website about a state of perpetual “change movement.” He says “home sharing” is an option that “helps people live more inclusively in [the] community.” Hang on just a minute — some of these disabled people have been in their group homes for many years and have bonded closely with their roommates. Now they are being unceremoniously yanked from that comfort zone and, in some cases, they are being parachuted into basement “apartments” back in the homes of their aging parents. Does that sound like helping people to live more inclusively to you? I tried to dig deeper into the CLBC website to learn more about the rationale for closing group homes and quickly
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discovered that I was playing a game of to close the home. communications dodge ball. Ellen Tarshis, executive director of Using CLBC’s search engine I found Community Living Victoria (funded by this disclaimer: “Group homes, where CLBC), recently issued the following tellpeople with developmental disabilities ing statement: “With the new budget, live, are not being arbitrarily closed con- there was only a one per cent increase for trary to recent claims through the media. Community Living B.C. ... There are growCLBC is providing ing waitlists for services, opportunities for including families with Some of these people seeking children transitioning from greater indepenhigh school who are being disabled people dence and inclutold there is nothing availhave been in their sion in the commuable for them. CLBC’s fundgroup homes for nity. To learn all the ing crisis has been brought facts on matching up in the Legislature and years and have services to people, the new Minister of Social bonded with their please click the Development (Harry roommates. Now link below.” Bloy) has tried to defend The link took the budget. He invited the they are being me to a governOpposition to send him unceremoniously ment directory information about the yanked from that dominated by pretfamilies and individuals ty pictures of B.C. comfort zone. waiting for service. It is a scenery and no great opportunity for famiclear pathway to lies who are waiting for more information services to email Minister on group home closures. Another “lis- Bloy: SD.Minister@gov.bc.ca.” ten” icon took me to a computer generDon’t expect miracles. The minister ated voice that repeated the written mes- is invisible these days. When he tried to sage and provided a URL that promised defend closures in the Legislature his enlightenment but took me right back exchange with the Opposition was so where I started. inept that I expected Bloy’s Liberal colIf this website circle jerk is typical of leagues to start covering their heads with how CLBC communicates its group home brown paper bags. agenda, I’m not surprised parents are going Bloy has claimed that government to the media to voice shock and anger. does not force disabled people to move. In the case of the Langley home, CLBC But that is as disingenuous as it is misdemanded that the operator take a pay leading. And, it is making a mockery of cut. The operator refused so CLBC opted “families first.” M
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I want to be an artist when I grow up. DAVE ANDERSON, Victoria
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remains positive, saying the change will add to the alley by restoring a derelict building. “I think that the developer will be accommodating to the businesses in the alley and go about this in a way that will minimize the long-term impacts to those businesses.” Edgar and other business owners are not so hopeful. “There was scaffolding here last year in August, and our business was down 25 per cent, so we know how it affects the traffic flow,” says Allan Cristall, owner of Turtle Express. Along with the impacts of construction, occupants worry that what little light the alley gets will be blocked out by the additional height. Nobody, critics included, is going to argue that an empty building is the ideal use for this space. But faced with a development that could irrevocably change a part of the capital that has existed for over a century, I get it when the folks who have been in the alley for 10 or 20 years want to think long and hard before giving the OK. “When they opened this alley it was not a tourist destination ... we made it a tourist destination and now we’re going to pay the price,” says Ernie Brach at The Turntable. “If they go ahead and do this there’s a chance there’ll be four new stores here when they’re finished.” M
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tanding in Fan Tan Alley with my friend Allan Edgar — a long-time resident at 23 Fan Tan Alley — I watched a family wandering past taking photos of the national historic site. They did a double-take wandering past the “Save Fan Tan Alley” sign and stopped to put their names beside 2,300 others against a proposed development of SIMON #4 and #10-14 Fan Tan Alley. The developNATTRASS ment would see five new storeys added to snattrass@ the alley spread across the three buildings. mondaymag.com Edgar summed up the question being asked by everyone involved in the opposition, which is simply, “How can they do this?” Technically, the proposal is simple. While all of Chinatown is a national historic site, it turns out you could pave over every national historic site in Canada without a word from the feds. Municipal regulations also fall short due to the area’s current zoning, leaving the buildings essentially unprotected. Ken Kelly of the Downtown Victoria Business Association
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.C. Logan, mother to an energetic sixyear-old girl, hits the ground running in the mornings. Most days begin with the typical chaos of parenthood: preparing breakfast, packing a lunchbox, picking up the tornado-like mess that small children create and hurtling out the door. Once she has dropped her daughter at school, Logan rushes to Camosun College to attend her own classes. Logan, 43, returned to school two years ago to become a child psychologist. It entailed a ANNA KEMP commitment of at least news@mondaymag.com five years before she would be able to start practising and she plans to complete a doctorate after that. As a mature student, Logan does not feel unusual sitting in the classroom. In 2010, 38 per cent of Camosun students were over 30, a trend reflected in colleges and universities across the country. While students of all ages face similar concerns, including financial struggles and heavy academic workloads, older students also often juggle families, mortgages and other responsibilities. Before enrolling at Camosun, Logan tended bar for many years, with stints in retail and waitressing. Going through a divorce shook up her and her daughter's lives and inspired her to choose a new career path. “I watched my child struggle with the changing family structure and there was no professional support available for children under the age of six. There is a real need for that here. I plan to work with kids between two and five with upheaval in their family lives.� As a single parent, scheduling classes and study time can be challenging for Logan. She needs to fit her classes into her daughter's school hours and often must find babysitters when she sits for exams. “I have to plan my time much more carefully than I did in my younger university days. I can't stay up all night working on an
University 101: one path to lifelong learning
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K.C. Logan and her six-year-old daughter Libby spend some time together outside school.
assignment. Finding enough time to study for exams is sometimes just not possible.� David Sovka, Camosun College student marketing and recruitment associate director, says the needs of the increasing number of adult students are guiding change in post-secondary institutions. “Courses used to be Monday to Friday, nine to five. Now we offer courses at other times of the day to accommodate students who are working and going to school,� he says. “We are also expanding the locations where we offer key courses. For example, starting in September, we will be offering six courses on the West Shore, so
people who live in that area can avoid the traffic and travel time of coming to our Lansdowne campus.� Camosun and the University of Victoria offer on-campus child care, which is always in high demand. Royal Roads, catering to a student population with an average age of 42, offers blended programs combining online coursework with short-term residencies, allowing students to continue working and study at home around their schedules. Continued on page 9
Imagine a program that offered a sampling of university classes without the expectations — or tuition — that comes along with traditional post-secondary education. That’s the reasoning behind University 101, a non-credit program aimed at bringing adults back into the classroom at the University of Victoria. “When I first came to UVic, I decided that UVic should reach out more beyond the ivory tower and make ourselves more accessible,� said Kristin Semmens, history professor at the university and one of the founders of the program. For the past five years, the program has offered three sessions of evening classes, sampling either humanities, social sciences or interdisciplinary topics. Thirty students per session are admitted on a priority-based system and supported with a meal at the beginning of each class, bus tickets and child care, if needed.
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Merriman starts with a booze history lesson from the spirit-making wells in Egyptian times to Speakeasys and prohibition, to current-day classics, like bacon Vodka. We review key facts about distillation, chemical reactions, brew measurements and alcohol percentages. Wait — history, chemistry, math? I thought this was a pour-and-stir education. There’s even a test at the end to complete our certificate. By the time we learn the names and locations for our bar equipment, from the speed rail to jiggers and strainers, muddlers and slings, and get our first set of recipe cue cards and homework to fill out, my glass looks a lot more full than I was expecting.
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rushed orders and teamwork. Today, there are four of us in class, one less than the night before: Claire, a barista looking for her way up the pouring chain; Bill, a bartender-in-training for his future gig; Erin, an airport bartender/server hoping to better her skills; and me, a mix-curious journalist who wants to serve it straight up. Merriman, 38, comes with a resume full of experience. He was a bartender at the Sticky Wicket for 10 years, delivered brews for Lighthouse Brewing for five years in the company’s early days and haunted a number of other bartending gigs around Victoria. Almost exactly a year ago, when work was scarce, he set up his own school in an effort to pass on his pouring knowledge to others hoping to break into the biz. “This is honestly one of the best gigs I could ever ask for,” Merriman says. “You’re part of that same culture that goes back hundreds of years before things like bacon Vodka … and it’s really cool to be part of history like that.” Each evening we delve into that history, then cover liquors from whisky to wine, learn pouring techniques, practice taking orders, break glasses,
spill coloured water, explore premium brews and sample bar stress. I struggle. By the end of the first week, I can already feel the droops under my eyes. I wake up each day dragging my feet, buy the lunch I had no time to make, then try to fit in all my studying between the hour of work and class, then class and sleep. I dream in jiggers and fractions: one ounce of reporting, half an ounce of tequila, threequarters of an ounce of shuteye. I breathe with an odd combination of anxiety and excitement. How did I ever once manage work and school?
ONE BARTENDER, COMING UP Suddenly, it’s week two. Merriman has been running his school solo for the past year, but just in time for my course, he has taken on assistant teacher-hopeful Brendan Brewster, who brings with him international knowledge, flare bartending skills and a whole keg of personality. Brewster fills the class in on little-known facts, like how ancient monks believed they achieved godly powers from their fermented beverages, and teaches us how to double-fist cocktail shakers. He even passes on a few special recipes, like one for espresso martinis (think: Van Gogh Espresso, coffee liquor, vanilla vodka and iced coffee). It’s a great injection just before test day. And then, it happens. I leave my study guide at class the night before the test, sinking my chances to catch up on needed recipes and bar talk. Luckily, Merriman is willing to grant me a new test day and, after more sleep than I feel I’ve had in years and ample study time, I take my bar exam. I pass, and learn that most — but not all — of my classmates did too. I walk home with my shining new Bartending Certificate of Completion, feeling proud of my exhaustive accomplishment, if not a little pour-heavy. It’s then that I notice a tiny grammar mistake on the paper. My inner copy editor struggles not to pen it out, and I realize the moral of this story: we all have our specialties, and the mixes that stump us. Turns out, I prefer to make my shots with words. M
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The new cost of going back to high school BUDGET PRESSURES FORCE CAMOSUN TO START CHARGING FEES FOR SOME HIGH-SCHOOL-EQUIVALENCY COURSES By Natalie North dults planning on going back to class to complete their high school diploma may soon have to pay up. This fall, Camosun College will begin charging hundreds of dollars in tuition on some high-school-equivalency courses, including all science classes. It won’t be impossible for students to obtain their Dogwoods at Camosun for free since basic math and English courses will still be offered at no cost. The college will maintain about 1,700 of these free spaces — 500 more than mandated by the province. But the concern is that some of those available seats will no longer include courses needed to pursue post-secondary education. “By just saying we’re offering x-number of seats, it’s not really addressing the issue,” said Sahra MacLean, external executive for the Camosun College Student Society and a B.C. executive with the Canadian Federation of Students. “It’s a quality over quantity issue.” Grade 11 and 12 equivalency courses in chemistry, physics and biology, for example, will now cost $361.80 or $440.10, depending on the course. Last year, equivalency courses were tuition free. John Boraas, the dean of Camosun’s school of
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This week the Sun enters Virgo ll Signs: In astrology, the Sun is in each sign for one month a year. (Roughly from the 21st to the 21st.) Although the signs are named after the constellations, they don’t coincide with them. The signs of the zodiac each get 30° to make a circle of 360°. However, the constellations in the sky vary widely in size – from under 10° to almost 50°. (This misunderstanding by astronomers creates stories that go viral on the Internet, which I like because the TV & radio interviews about this confusion give me a chance to promote my book.) This week the Sun enters Virgo, bringing a shift in focus and energy for everyone. Sales of soaps and vitamins might increase. (Virgos like to be clean and healthy.) They’re also into service. “He proďŹ ts most who serves bestâ€? and that sort of thing. And they’re sexually kinky!
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GEMINI MAY 21-JUNE 20 It looks like you’re moving into a serious, decorating streak. You’re earning more money than usual but you’re GEORGIA also spending it, NICOLS plus you’re keen to make where you live look more beautiful. Of course this is probably because you will be entertaining at home. (There’s nothing like guests arriving to kick one into action, is there?) Your focus on home, family and domestic matters is strong for the next six weeks. No question. Interaction with a parent might be significant, too. And yet, you’re busy writing, taking short trips and chatting to everyone. But hey – you always are. Geminis don’t sit around getting dusty.
You’re still in play mode (romance, the arts, parties and vacations) – yay! Nevertheless, in the next few weeks, you’ll find yourself increasingly obsessed about getting organized. You’ll buy closet dividers, cleaning equipment, paint, shelving, baskets and containers for all your hobbies, because you want to pull your act together. You want to at least give the appearance of being on top of your scene, which is not easy since you always have so much on the go. Nevertheless, act on this urge! Get hold of the proper tools and equipment to do a great job. You might go on a health kick as well. “More wheatgrass, anyone?�
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Mom always liked you best. Even though the summer is almost over, it’s your turn to party! Go figure. The next six weeks are the perfect time for a vacation. They’re also a wonderful time to socialize, schmooze, enjoy the arts, see movies, attend sports events and enjoy playful times with children. Plus, this is a fabulous time for romance for your sign! New love can flourish while existing relationships will get sweeter and cozier. Pleasure is your motto during this time and what a coincidence -- pleasure is your motto for life! (That, plus pots of cash in the bank.)
You’re coming on like gangbusters. Because you have energy to burn, you’re keen to hit the road with short trips, plus run around seeing everyone, while you read, write and talk to everyone. Yada, yada, yada. You’re PowerPoint on steroids! Part of what drives you now is you’re keen to enlighten others about something. You have something to say and you want to be heard. Amidst this flurry of activity, do save time for siblings, relatives and neighbours, who also want to see you. Nevertheless, if you need to write, act, teach, market or sell anything – you are unusually empowered during the next six weeks. Use this! You’re seriously focused on money (in part because many of you feel financially squeezed). And this focus will increase during the next six weeks. But lo! What is that in the air? I smell money coming! (Ah, the sweet smell of success.) Most of this will be the fruition of private, behind-the-scenes activity, because you have been busy! Trust your moneymaking ideas. Continue to promote yourself. Not only will money come your way, but you’ll be shopping for treasures for yourself and loved ones. In the next two years, you can put your name up in lights! (Every Leo
is comfortable with this, whether they admit it or not.)
VIRGO AUG 23-SEPT 22 Ta da! Your birthday is arriving. Very soon the Sun, Mercury and Venus will all be in your sign to give you a maaahvelous boost of energy, plus attract people and fortunate circumstances to you. It’s truly your time to shine! Because fair Venus paves the way in all your relationships, by making you especially diplomatic and charming, buy something special to enjoy these social times. Shop for wardrobe goodies because you’ll like what you see in the mirror. Group activities, especially sports and gym classes etc. will please you. (However, difficulties with someone older or in authority might occur. Tread carefully.)
LIBRA SEPT 23-OCT 22 Your ambition is still aroused, which I’m sure you have noticed. However, late in the week, you might meet with opposition. (Gulp.) Fortunately, you have the support of others. Therefore, play it low key for the next month and work alone or behind the scenes as much as possible. (In fact, some of you will be playing it so low key, it appears secret love affairs are taking place. Hmmm.) Be diplomatic with authority figures. Don’t wake the sleeping giant because you are soft and crunchy on the inside. Your hour in the Sun is a month away and this is when you’ll be especially empowered. In the meantime, enjoy schmoozing with others, especially artistic types and people who are young. (You know you’re getting older when you bend over to tie your shoe and you think, “Is there anything else I should get while I’m down here?�)
SCORPIO OCT 3-NOV 21 It’s a social time for you. Not only will you enjoy schmoozing with others, you’ll be involved in clubs and groups. In fact, a friend could become a lover. At the least, friendships will be warm and cozy and new friendships might form. No matter who you’re talking to, you’ll find it will benefit you if you tell others about your hopes and dreams for the future, because their feedback will help you. Meanwhile, discussions with bosses and authority figures are positive and enlightening. Travel or explore
opportunities in publishing, the media, medicine, the law and higher education. Many good things are possible for you!
SAGITTARIUS NOV 22-DEC 21 You’re entering a six-week period where the sun will slowly travel across the top of your chart. (This is the only time all year this happens.) It’s a very auspicious time because it casts you in a good light, and makes you look unusually competent and capable to others, especially bosses, parents, teachers and VIPs. (Great.) They think you’re fabulous! Need I say you should milk this for all it’s worth? Ask for a raise or a promotion. Demand the advantage. Use this next month to promote your ideas and pitch your projects. Travel for pleasure still appeals and publishing and the media continue to hold opportunities for you. Avoid disputes about shared property and inheritances this week. (Where there’s a will there’s a way or a won’t.)
CAPRICORN DEC 22-JAN 19 You’re secretly eager for adventure. (You want to blow this pop stand.) Therefore, do whatever you can to shake it up a little. Travel anywhere if you can. And if you can’t travel, be a tourist in your own city. Try to learn something new. Sign up for a course or mingle with people from different cultures and other countries so that you feel stimulated and enthused. You’ll love learning anything new. Difficulties with partners and close friends are possible around midweek. But you don’t have to react. Your reaction is your business, right? And anyhow – if you win all your arguments you end up with no friends. Think about it.
AQUARIUS JAN 20-FEB 18 After juggling so many things in the air, finally, the Piper needs to be paid. (Ouch.) Many of you are focused on bills, debt, shared property, insurance matters and inheritances. You have a lot of loose ends here and you want to tie things up. Others can benefit you now so this could be good for you. The good news is, physical intimacy will be sweet and memorable in the month ahead. (Yes!) Think passion plus spoons in a drawer. Health challenges midweek could give you pause. (Little furry ones.) Avoid disputes at work with older
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ONGOING VICTORIA ANARCHIST READING CIRCLE - Discuss the lastest in anarchist reading. TUESDAYS 7pm at Camas Books (2590 Quadra). Free. 250-381-0585. TRIVIA PUB QUIZ - General knowledge, guess the song, who said it, (or our variation) who tweeted it! Free. TUESDAYS 8pm at Felicita's (UVic). 250-721-8626. OPEN MIC - The only cafe still doing poetry nights this summer. WEDNESDAYS 7-9pm. Free. UVIC ASTRONOMY OPEN HOUSE - Here's your chance to discover everything you've wanted to know about the sky. WEDNESDAYS 9-10pm at the Bob Wright Centre (UVic). Free. 250-721-7700, mshen@uvic.ca.
WED. AUG. 24 LEGACY GALLERY - Exhibition of prints and carvings by Henry Hunt. To Nov. 20 at 630 Yates.
ONGOING GALLERY AT THE MAC - Gallery of Visual Artists, group exhibition. To Aug. 22 at 3 Centennial Square. DELUGE GALLERY - The Green Years, works by Katie Lyle. To Aug. 27 at 636 Yates. ECLECTIC GALLERY - Portraits of a Baroque Mind, artwork by Nicholas Frenette. To Aug. 27 at 2170 Oak Bay. COMMUNITY ARTS COUNCIL OF GREATER VICTORIA - Pieced Together, fabric art by Jill Croft and Susan Turnbull Canton. To Aug. 28 at 3220 Cedar Hill. COLLECTIVE WORKS GALLERY - Continued Encounters, artwork by Al Williams. To Sept. 1 at 1311 Gladstone.
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ART GALLERY OF GREATER VICTORIA - War and Disaster in Japanese Prints, a collection of historical prints from the AGGV's collection, to Sept. 5. A Brush with War: Military art from Korea to Afghanistan, to Sept. 5. The Further Adventures of a Girl, artwork by Diyan Achjadi, to Oct. 16. On the Edge of Nowhere by Emily Carr, semipermanent. All shows at 1040 Moss. DALE`S GALLERY - Island Artisans, works from island artists. To Sept. 6 at 537 Fisgard. POLYCHROME FINE ARTS Hobnob 3, group exhibition of paintings, sculpture and prints. To Sept. 8 at 1113 Fort. LEGACY GALLERY - The Victoria Moderns: UVic and a Regional Aesthetic (1960-1970), to Sept. 16. Convergence/Divergence: Landscape and Self on the West Coast, exhibition of works by E. J. Hughes, Glenn E. Howarth, Charles Elliott and Francis Dick, among others, to Oct. 1. All at 630 Yates. MALTWOOD PRINTS AND DRAWINGS GALLERY - Lords and the Land, exhibition documents the relationship between stone and tenurial authority in 10th and 11th--century Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire. To Sept. 28 at the McPherson Library (UVic). VIEW ART GALLERY - Annual Summer Salon, a rotating exhibition of the works of 25 gallery artists and guests, featuring the ceramic art of Laurie Rolland. To Sept. 30 at 104-860 View. ROYAL BC MUSEUM - The Other Emily, exhibition of work by Emily Carr that explores explores her life before she became famous. To Oct. 10 at 675 Belleville.
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hillips Brewery is taking its company slogan, â&#x20AC;&#x153;inspiration through fermentation,â&#x20AC;? to a whole new level. The local micro brewery is offering beer drinkers a chance to donate to their favourite charity, just by drinking beer. By partnering with a local charity, Phillips plans to give the proceeds of the third annual Benefit Brew to a non-profit of the public's choice. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We've always felt so supported by Victoria and we want to support them back,â&#x20AC;? says owner Matt Phillips. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Beer is such a social thing that it didn't make sense not to include the drinkers.â&#x20AC;? Charity supporters should encourage their favourite not-for-profit to fill out the online form on the brewery's website. Charities need to be B.C.-based and not have any association with children (because of drinking-age laws). They need to fill out basic information about their mission, including what type of beer they would be and why. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We try to be a fun brewery and we hope charities have fun with this as well,â&#x20AC;? says Phillips. Nominations are open until Aug. 21 and the 10 finalists will be announced Sept. 8. Drinkers will have a chance to vote for their favourite Benefit Brew through an online poll, Sept. 9 to 23. The winner will be announced Oct. 1 and the beer will be released shortly afterwards. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We've found that the Benefit Brew works very well as a fundraiser, but also as a public education and awareness campaign for the charities,â&#x20AC;? says Matt Lockhart, Phillips' special events coordinator. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All 10 of the shortlisted charities will have their profile raised in the community because we'll have their profile on our website, so they'll get extra exposure.â&#x20AC;? Charities to benefit in the past include Tour de Rock and Madrona Farm. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My wife was heavily involved with The
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GIGS THURS. AUG. 18 TOM VICKERY TRIO - Jam session. 8pm at Hermann's. $8. FULL CLIP - Rap. With Degree one, Marshall A and Longshanks. 10pm at 9one9. $TBA. THE WHITEBOARD PROJECT - Louder than your last brainstorming session at the office. Death and battle metal. With Ravensun and Atrous Leviathan. 10:30pm at V-lounge. $8.
FRI. AUG. 19 CANADIAN FEDERATION OF THE BLIND FUNDRAISER - Help raise funds for the CFB while enjoying the sweet sounds of jazz. 7pm at Hermann's. $12. SNOWMAN IN HEAT - I'm melting! No! What a world...! Folk rock. 9pm at The Cambie. $5. FOLKWEST AFTERPARTY Featuring Fish & Bird, O'Mally and The Spinnakers Jam FRIDAY 10pm, $10. v v C.R. Avery, Bucan Bucan, Martin Nolan, and Pierre Schryer & Adam Dobres SATURDAY 9:30pm, free. All at Logan's.
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Land Conservancy at the time and they were doing tons of fundraising and we just started thinking about ways the brewery could help out. It was awesome because they had tons of blackberries we could use, so they did the juicing for us and we made the beer,â&#x20AC;? says Phillips. They couldn't decide which charity to use for the third edition, â&#x20AC;&#x153;because there are just too many good charities to chose from,â&#x20AC;? so they decided to let their customers choose. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We like the idea of letting our drinkers decide what charity is important to them. At the end of the day, they are the ones supporting the charity,â&#x20AC;? says Phillips. To find out more about the 2011 Phillips Benefit Brew, visit http://phillipsbeer.com/benefitbrew. M
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COURTYARD SESSIONS - Featuring Calico Mountain and BoneHoof. All ages. 1-5pm at The Market Square Stage. Free. JAMES KASPER & THE SOUND Intimate acoustic performance. 7:30pm at Moke House (1633 Hillside). $5. BILL FRANCIS & FRIENDS Performing the music of David Bowie. 8pm at Slider's (3115 Cedar Hill). Free. SHANNA DANCE QUARTET - Jazz enthusiasts unite to blow your socks off. 8pm at Hermann's. $10. MCKINLEY WOLF - They're howlin' for you. Blues. With Gary Preston. 8pm at Upper Deck. Free. AS THE CROW FLIES - Much more useful than "as the three-legged dog waddles." With Party on High Steet, members of Turnpike Bandits, members of Varmint, Dylan Stone, and more! All ages. 9pm at The Fort Cafe. $8. DRAG SHOW: BRITNEY SPEARS, A LEGEND - Featuring a high-tempo performance from the Paparazzi dance troupe. 10:30pm at Paparazzi. $8.
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MON. AUG. 22 WEST MY FRIEND - Indie folk. With E-Control and 2 Dope Boys in a Cadillac. All ages. 8pm at The Solstice Cafe. $5. KARAOKE NIGHT - Stacey and Thor host. 10 pm at Paparazzi. Free
TUES. AUG. 23 BOOMBOX IMPROV - Music and laughs. With Wes Lord and Aidan Snider. All ages. 8pm at The Fort Cafe. $7. IGOR & THE RED ELVISES - Much more popular than George and the v v Chartreuse Liberachis. With Bucan Bucan. 10:30pm at Lucky. $13.
WED. AUG. 24 ZIPP GUNN - Spinning music you can dance to. With Ghostbelly. 9pm at Logan's. Free. BREAKS!!! CRITICAL - With NoProfit and Spoon. 10pm at Hush. $5.
ONGOING OPEN MIC - Open to all musicians. THURSDAYS 6pm at Paradiso Di Stelle. Free. THURSDAY BLEND JAM- Any and all string players welcome. Hosted by Rick Van Krugel. THURSDAYS 7pm at the Well. Free. OPEN MIC - Scott Longworth hosts an open forum for original tunes. All ages. THURSDAYS 8pm at the Fernwood Inn. Free. KARAOKE - Hosted by Brandon. THURSDAYS, FRIDAYS & SUNDAYS 8pm at Upper Deck. Free. NYPD - A lethal dance party with Kenzie Clarke. THURSDAYS 10pm at Lucky. $TBA. THE COURTYARD SESSIONS - Afternoon performances by some of Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most celebrated musical talents. SATURDAYS 1-4pm. To Aug. 20 at Market Square. Free. marketsquare.ca. BLUEGRASS BRUNCH - Hosted by the Stowaways. SATURDAYS 1:30pm at Loganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Free. SOLID! - Dance your ass off with DJ Longshanks. SATURDAYS 10pm at Lucky. $TBA. SUNDAY BLUES JAM - Hosted by the Deb Rhymer Band. SUNDAYS 2pm at the Strathâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Clubhouse. Free. CANUS - Hot jazz. SUNDAYS 4pm at Hermann's. Free.
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HOOTENANNY - Join Carolyn Mark for some first-rate hootenannin'. With Luther Wright, Hank Pine & Lily Fawn, Marco Bozenich, Mich "Stompin Tom" Anderson and more. SUNDAYS 4:30pmmidnight at Logan's. Free. JACKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S OPEN MIC SUNDAYS Welcoming atmosphere. SUNDAYS 7pm at Serious Coffee (230 Cook). Free. BLUEGRASS SUNDAY - Hosted by The Stowaways Duo. SUNDAYS 8pm at Ocean Island CafĂŠ. Free. OPEN MIC - Hosted by Steve Barries. MONDAYS 9pm at Loganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Free. JAM SESSION - Play till you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t play no more! All ages. MONDAYS 9pm at Ocean Island CafĂŠ Lounge. Free. 90210 MONDAYS - DJs Jay Somethin' and Levi Somethin' Else spin all your favourite pre-mllenium classics. MONDAYS 10pm at Lucky. $TBA. INDUSTRY UNDERGROUND Electro-step and funky house. With King Kornelious, Soulfix and Chino. MONDAYS 10pm at Hush. $TBA. OPEN MIC - Hosted by David and Katherine. TUESDAYS 7pm at The Well. $3. B FLAT ACOUSTIC JAM - The music sounds better with you. 7:30pm at Slider's (3115 Cedar Hill). Free. OPEN MIC - Bring your friends, grab a drink and listen to music. TUESDAYS 8-11:30pm at Whitebird Lounge. Free. OPEN JAM - Hosted by the Front Porch String Pickin' Band. TUESDAYS 8pm at Tudor House. Free. OPEN STAGE - Acoustic or electric, solo or with your band. Amps, drums, piano provided. Dylan Stone hosts. WEDNESDAYS 8:30pm at the Fort CafĂŠ. Free. OPEN MIC NIGHT - Musical madness! Sign up with our host Jack. WEDNESDAYS 9pm at Ocean Island CafĂŠ. Free.
CONCERTS THURS. AUG. 18 INFECT PROPAGANDA - So, we're supposed to cough on people now? Punk metal. With Iskra, Six Brew Bantha and No Eulogy. All ages. 7pm at the Fernwood Community Association (1923 Fernwood). $6. 250-590-1033.
FRI. AUG. 19 NINJASPY - Doesn't know how many places in Victoria are called "The Royal Canadian Legion." Ep release show. With Syn{A}Pse, The Kick Off, On Call Heroes, The Perfect Trend and Stoned Optic. All ages. 6pm at the Royal Canadian Legion (411 Gorge E). $12. 250-386-2533. JOHN BUTLER TRIO - Indie roots. Royal Theatre (805 Broughton). $41-$50. 250-386-6121.
ONGOING FOLKWEST - This two-and-a-half day music festival showcases folk-roots music including bluegrass, Metis and Celtic influences. Family entertainment and children's programming will be on hand. Also Artisan Fest will be showcasing some of the Island's finest artists and the Festival of Food will get your tastebuds jumping to the beat of the music. FRIDAY to SUNDAY at Royal Athletic Park. $30/40. folkwest.ca. BUTCHART GARDENS Commodores Big Band THURSDAY. Great Ladies of Jazz FRIDAY. Rukus SATURDAY 6:15pm. Jessie Farrell & Neil Osborne SUNDAY. Marc Atkinson Quartet MONDAY. Bills TUESDAY. Alboa WEDNESDAY. All 7:30pm, unless otherwise noted, at Butchart Gardens (800 Benvenuto). $3-$30. 250-652-5256. SUMMER IN THE SQUARE - Bring your lunch, some sunscreen and soak up some sun and free tunes. From classical to world beat, folk to jazz and baroque to blues, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something for everyone. WEEKDAYS noon-1pm. To Sept. 2 at Centennial Square. Free. Visit victoria.ca for a list of performers. MUSICAL CRUISE - Enjoy a sunset cruise along the Oak Bay waterfront aboard the 45' M.V. Aquitania. Bring along singing voices/musical instruments. Saturday nights out of Oak Bay during July and August from 7-8:30 pm. $25. 250-508-1981.
DINNER MUSIC BARD & BANKER - Tom and Matt THURSDAY and FRIDAY. Tumblin Dice SATURDAY. Tom Hooper WEDNESDAY. All shows 8pm.
STRATHâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CLUBHOUSE - Get leid (Hawaiian theme party) with DJ Reign THURSDAY 8pm. Pat Shade FRIDAY & SATURDAY 9pm. Rhythmicon & Bellyfish SUNDAY 8pm. BARTHOLOMEW'S - Rainshadow Al THURSDAYS. Younger Than Yesterday FRIDAY & SATURDAY 9pm. Randy Tucker SUNDAYS 8pm. The Ramblers MONDAYS. Havanna Club Live TUESDAYS. Paul Wainright WEDNESDAYS. All show 8:30pm unless otherwise noted. CANOE BREWPUB - The Adults THURSDAY 9:30pm. Broken Strings FRIDAY. DJ Ram SATURDAY. Run for Cover Sunday 4-9pm. Steve Chmilar MONDAY 7:30pm. DJ Primitive WEDNESDAY. All shows start at 9pm, unless otherwise noted. FERNWOOD INN - The Sweet Lowdown TUESDAY 8pm. GLO EUROPUB - Ashley Wey Trio SATURDAY 8pm. HERON ROCK BISTRO - Clark Brendon Duo FRIDAY 7:30pm. Leon Nagasaki & eryn Sharpe MONDAY 7pm. IRISH TIMES - Black Angus THURSDAY and FRIDAY. Tom and Matt SATURDAY. Bobby Smith SUNDAY 7:30pm. All shows 8pm, unless otherwise noted. OCEAN POINTE RESORT - Jazz piano featuring Bill Mulley FRIDAY & SATURDAY 7-10pm. THE OFFICE - Ellisa Hartman & Mojave THURSDAY. Beats, bass and voice FRIDAY. DJ Dubber SATURDAY. SkylaJ & The Vibes WEDNESDAY. All shows 8pm, unless otherwise noted. THE OSWEGO HOTEL - John MacArthur WEDNESDAY 7pm. THE SUPERIOR - Clark Brendon and Al Pease THURSDAY. Ingrid Gatin SATURDAY. Cold Cut Combo/Gypsy Jazz SUNDAY. Bill Johnson TUESDAY. Paul Laverick WEDNESDAY. All shows 7pm. SWAN'S - Tom Lang Band THURSDAY. The Push FRIDAY. Harris Gilmore & the Mojos SATURDAY. The Moonshiners SUNDAY 8:30pm . Flying Saucers MONDAY. Light Sweet Crude TUESDAY. Momentum WEDNESDAY. All shows start 9pm unless otherwise noted. THE SPIRAL - Open mic THURSDAY 6-9pm. Story time for kids SUNDAY 10:30-11am. Spiral Groove string classics MONDAY 7:30-9:30pm. Swing orchestra WEDNESDAY 7:30-9:30pm. By donation.
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Good Timber a good time THE OTHER GUYS BRING SONGS AND STORIES OF LOGGERS TO LIFE By Mary Ellen Green arts@mondaymag.com
he Other Guys Theatre Company’s historical multi-media musical review Good Timber may not have the traditional character development and story line most audiences expect from theatre, but what it does have is endless passion and enthusiasm from its cast of six, who bring the stories and the struggles of B.C.’s loggers to life through the words of “The Bard of the Woods,” Robert E. Swanson. Good Timber, Songs and Stories of the Western Logger is a series of 22 songs, 14 of which were adapted from Swanson’s poems, alongside other traditional tunes and some originals written by the incredibly musical cast. The music is a unique blend of East meets West Coast, ranging from folk to country and celtic to jazz. The songs are performed, both dramatically and musically, by a gifted cast of earnest entertainers. Although they’re not portraying specific characters, it is easy for the audience to imagine exactly which persona they’d have in the woods or at the camp. Right from the beginning of the show, it is apparent how well-suited Swanson’s words are to song. The opening tune, “The Legend of the Spruce,” sets the tone with haunting female vocals and images of the majestic Sitka spruce and hemlock. The cast members enter the stage, one by one, adding more layers to the sound with each voice and each instrument. Each member adds their own flare and personality to the ensemble, which at times seems more like a band than a theatre cast. Kelt Eccleston’s smooth voice and honest performance is highlighted in a selection of numbers, including the title track and my personal favourite, “Cat Skinner’s Prayer.” Colleen Eccleston’s distinct voice added a strong female presence and intricate harmonies. Director Ross Desprez’ animated performance was wellsuited to the jovial and often silly “The Apes of B.C” and “Climax Courageous.” Sarah Donald’s soothing vocals and strength on the fiddle helped give the perfor-
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mance that nurturing female touch. Marc Hellman and John Gogo were musical standouts on guitar, while portraying the strength and wisdom of loggers with honesty and integrity they deserve. The multi-media screen which makes up the backdrop for the simple set comes to life, showcasing both still images and video clips from the B.C. Archives. The effect gives the audience a glimpse into what life was like for loggers, what our province used to look like and what technology has done for the industry. Director Desprez says often audience members recognize relatives in the visuals. The multi-media aspect of the show is a stark modern contrast to the folk music, the poetry and the costumes, but nurtures the audiences’ grasp of the topic by showing pictures of what they’re singing about. Without them, the show would be tough to follow, as viewers often find themselves choosing between getting lost in the music or paying attention to the lyrics, which can be confusing to those who don’t have any knowledge of the industry jargon. The small Logger’s Dictionary in the program is a nice thought, but still leaves some of the lingo in question. While this play doesn’t fall exactly into the typical definition of theatre, Good Timber is a good time and those interested in seeing it shouldn’t wait, as last year’s run at the museum was a sellout and I imagine this year’s run will be the same. Check it out before it’s gone on Aug. 27.M
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Civil rights sincerity A LIGHTWEIGHT LOOK AT RACISM IN ‘THE HELP’ By Robert Moyes
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or an example of good intentions undermined by a woozy concept, look no further than The Help, a lightweight account of racism in 1962 Mississippi. Unlike more brutal films like Mississippi Burning or Ghosts of Mississippi, this one takes a softer and often comic approach as it portrays the plight of black maids who suffer under the casual racism and genteel abuse of wealthy young wives and matrons. Underpaid and overworked, these maids juggle the endless demands of childcare, cooking, cleaning, and serving a table while their haughty employers host bridge clubs or dash out for a tasty lunch. Surveying this injustice is the improbably named Skeeter (Emma Stone, Crazy, Stupid, Love) a young woman who has just returned from four years at university and is seeing her hometown of Jackson with fresh and very critical eyes. Skeeter aspires to be a journalist and maybe a novelist. Challenged by a New York editor (Mary Steenburgen), she decides to write from the point of view of these exploited black women who lovingly raise white babies, only to eventually watch them transform into the privileged class that seems destined to forever treat them with patronizing cruelty. Skeeter is still close friends with a pack of young debutantes who are in their first throes of marriage and motherhood, and she is torn between
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OPENING FRIGHT NIGHT -(Capitol/SilverCity/ Westshore/Uni 4) In a promising remake of a popular horror-comedy from 1985, a teenager suspects that his neighbour is a vampire. Colin Farrell stars as the studly bloodsucker. Starts Fri. CONAN THE BARBARIAN -(Capitol/SilverCity/Westshore) And the 1980s remakes continue, shifting from vampirism to sword and sorcery as a muscle-bound Conan goes on a medieval mission of revenge as he mows down innumerable baddies -- and maybe an evil wizard or two. With Ron Perlman and Rose McGown. Starts Fri. ONE DAY -(Odeon/Uni 4) Anne Hathaway and Jim Sturgess (Across The Universe) star in a quirky and promising romantic drama by Danish director Lone Scherfig (An Education, Italian For Beginners). Starts Fri. SPY KIDS: ALL THE TIME IN THE WORLD -(Capitol/SilverCity/ Westshore/Uni 4) A new crew of cute espionage moppets is recruited to help stop a diabolical villain from conquering the planet (where do they get these wild plots from?!) Starring Jessica Alba and Jeremy Piven and directed by Robert Rodriguez. Starts Fri. SNOWFLOWER AND THE SECRET FAN -(Odeon) Wayne Wang (Smoke, The Joy Luck Club) directs this drama about two women in 19th century China whose lifelong friendship sustains them while they struggle against the strictness of a society where women have no freedom. Starts Fri.
CONTINUING ++ COWBOYS & ALIENS -(Odeon/SilverCity/Westshore) The Wild West gets wacky (and silly) when space aliens invade 1873 Arizona and all that stands between us and world domination is a posse of cowboys. This War of the Worlds meets Stagecoach goof-off stars Daniel Craig and Harrison Ford, and is directed by Jon Favreau (Iron Man).
comfortable old loyalties and her awakening liberal conscience. On the other side of Jackson’s racial divide are two maids in particular, Aibileen and Minny (Viola Davis, Octavia Spencer), who eventually agree to speak candidly to Skeeter even though they are putting their jobs – and possibly even their lives – at risk. All of this gritty, heartfelt sincerity is regularly contrasted with the high-society shenanigans of Skeeter’s soon-to-be-erstwhile friends, who are much more interested in their own social pleasures than the happiness of their toddlers. By focusing on Jackson’s domestic realm, Help threatens to become a mere chick flick, complete with dating dramas for Skeeter and cartoonish portrayals of the shallow, self-absorbed debs. Racism is regularly portrayed, but the tone sometimes shifts awkwardly between comedic slapstick and a few moments of real horror (such as the assassination of black activist Medgar Evers, which is covered on a TV newscast). The film’s point of view is superficially interesting, but pulls the old Hollywood trick of playing to a white perspective: it’s a civil rights drama watered down into a feel-good movie that congratulates the audience for being tolerant and progressive. M
THE HELP ++3/4 Starring Emma Stone PG 13 137 minutes Continues at the Odeon Email your listing info to calendar@mondaymag.com or enter it online at mondaymag.com
+++½ BRIDESMAIDS -(Caprice) SNL's Kristen Wiig co-wrote and stars in this raucous but smart and heartfelt comedy that celebrates female friendship (while often being rather rude). This is now the topgrossing female comedy of all time. +++ CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE FIRST AVENGER -(Odeon/SilverCity/ Westshore) Corny but packed with retro charm, this new comic book adaptation is highly entertaining as it depicts a patriotic wimp who doesn't meet the physical standards to join the army so instead volunteers for a wild science experiment. Needless to say he's transformed into a superhero with great powers. Watch out, Nazis! ++½ THE CHANGE–UP -(Capitol/ SilverCity/Westshore) Jason Bateman and Ryan Reynolds are mismatched friends -- one is a prim family man and lawyer, the other a debauched slacker and ladies man -- who find themselves in one of those comedies where two people unexpectedly switch bodies. Although unnecessarily vulgar, this is funny stuff and the two leads have great chemistry. Note: moves from the Odeon to the Capitol on Friday. +++ CRAZY, STUPID, LOVE -(Odeon/Caprice) A nice but slightly sappy guy (Steve Carell) gets dumped by his wife (Julianne Moore) and looks to a young stud (Ryan Gosling) to get some tips on how to deal with women. Thanks to a great cast and a clever script this is a fine and very funny romantic comedy. FINAL DESTINATION 5 -(Capitol/ SilverCity/Westshore) The horror series that just won't die returns with another bunch of baroque executions of pesky young people who were rude enough to "cheat death" and are about to pay the ultimate price for messing with the Grim Reaper. GLEE: THE CONCERT MOVIE -(SilverCity/Uni 4) As though they weren't rich enough already, the stars of the insanely popular TV musical set in high school took their singing and dancing on the road. This doc shows what they did on their summer vacation.
++½ HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS: PART 2 -(Capitol/SilverCity/Uni 4/Westshore) The long-running fantasy series by JK Rowling comes to a disappointingly ho-hum climax as the plucky boy wizard has that deadly, longanticpated final confrontation with nostril-challenged supervillain Lord Voldemort (Ralph Fiennes). ++¾ THE HELP -(Odeon) This film exposes the genteel racism prevalent amongst upper-class white women in Mississippi of the 1960s. It's an interesting but uneven effort where a few great performances are stuck in the middle of what is essentially a misguided attempt to turn the civil rights movement into an uplifting feelgood comedy-drama. See review. +++ RISE OF THE PLANET OF THE APES -(Odeon/SilverCity/ Westshore) James Franco stars in a thoughtful reboot of this classic sci-fi series about war between mankind and intelligent apes. In this origins story set in the present day, a medical experiment gets out of hand . . . and some very pissed-off apes get out of the lab. THE SMURFS -(SilverCity/ Westshore) A nasty wizard chases those cute blue blobs out of their magical medieval world and all the way to Manhattan. +½ 30 MINUTES OR LESS -(Capitol/SilverCity) A young slacker gets coerced into committing a bank robbery as part of a complicated scheme, in an action "comedy" that is vulgar, violent, pointlessly frenetic and painfully unfunny. Starring a seriously slumming Jesse Eisenberg (Zombieland, Social Network). WINNIE THE POOH -(Caprice) John Cleese narrates this (hand-drawn!) animated adaptation of the classic tale about the honey-loving bear and his menagerie of friends. This is a gentle, charming, and altogether superb piece of filmmaking.
LEAVING THURS. ++½ HORRIBLE BOSSES -(Capitol/SilverCity/Westshore) +++ FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS -(Odeon)
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EVENTS CALENDAR EVENTS SAT. AUG. 20 CHEESECAKE BURLESQUE CARWASH FUNDRAISER - Can you think of a better way to to spend a Saturday than having lovely ladies suds up your jalopy? Neither could we. 11am-3pm at the Mohawk Gas Station (2100 Quadra). By donation. cheesecakeburlesque.com.
SUN. AUG. 21 QUEEN ALEXANDRA CAR PICNIC - European and classic car enthusiasts gather to celebrate and help children and their families. 10am-2pm at the Queen Alexandra Foundation grounds (2400 Arbutus). Picnic by donation, $20 for vehicle registration. 250-519-6955. FIBRATIONS - A community-based celebration and fibre artists sharing their enthusiasm for craft through demonstrations, hands-on activities and market. 10am-4pm at St. Ann's Academy Orchard (835 Humboldt). Free. fibrations.ca.
MON. AUG. 22 ROARING WOMEN - Dinner meeting and presentation by Susan Low on how to grow your business through customer service maps. Registration required. 5:30-8:30pm at the Howard Johnson Hotel (4670 Elk). $29. roaringwomen.com.
TUES. AUG. 23 FRINGE '80S PROM DANCE PARTY - Dance like it’s 1986! DJ Mz Niko will spin tunes from the Fringe’s inaugural year and revelers are encouraged to don prom attire for the festivities to kick off the 25th Fringe. Includes fun for the whole family, a Luminara parade and a crazy dance flash mob (shhh! Don’t tell anyone!). 7pm Centennial Square. Free. victoriafringe.com.
WED. AUG. 24 PROMOTING HEALTHY COMMUNITIES - Participate in a public discussion with new candidates for council and help develop a proactive approach to public concerns. 7pm at Scout Hall (459 Chester). Free.
ONGOING CFB ESQUIMALT TOURS - Walking and bus tours of Victoria's only militatry installation. Bus tours WEEKDAYS 11am, walking tours SATURDAYS 11am. To Aug. 27 at the Museum Square (CFB Esquimalt base). 250-363-2595. BUTCHART GARDENS SUMMER FIREWORKS - Enjoy the dazzling lights of fireworks. SATURDAYS 9:15pm at Butchard Gardens (800 Benvenuto). $3-$30. butchartgardens.com. FAMILY DRUMMING WORKSHOP - Experience the joy of rhythm with your loved ones. $50/$35 children. SUNDAYS 10:3011:30am at Rainflower Blessings (238 Beechwood). 250-385-3743. CHESS IN THE SQUARE - Learn to play giant chess, blitz, casual games and more. Presented by the Victoria Junior Chess Society and the DVBA. SUNDAYS noon-4pm. To Sept. 4 in the CRD Plaza (Centennial Square). Free. victoriajuniorchess.com. SPEED DATING - Who needs the internet? All ages. Registration required. SUNDAYS 2-6pm at Valentino’s (1002 Blanshard). Free. 250-386-3223. BOARD GAMES NIGHT - Scrabble and more! SUNDAY 5:30pm at the Superior (106 Superior). Free. 250380-9515. 250-380-9515. MOSQOY CHARITY TRIVIA - Battle for trivia supremecy and help raise funds for Mosqoy.org. 7:30-9:30pm at Maud Hunter's (3810 Shelbourne). Free. 250-721-2337. SCRABBLE NIGHT - Bring a board game and a friend, or play on the in-house boards and find an opponent there. TUESDAYS 6:30-9pm at James Bay Coffee & Books. Free. 250-386-4700.
MARKETS SAT. AUG. 20 WINTER PLANT SALE - Stock up on your winter veggie seedlings. Certified organic cabbage,carrots, beets, cauliflower, onions, kale, spinach and more. 9am-2pm at 2737 Higgins.
ONGOING BASTION SQUARE MARKET Artisans open air marketplace. THURSDAY, FRIDAY & SATURDAY 11am. To Oct. 1 at Bastion Square. Free. Free. 250-885-1387. SIDNEY SUMMER MARKET - Over 200 vendors sell gifts, fresh produce, hand-made crafts, great food, and more. THURSDAYS 5-8:30pm on Beacon Avenue, between 1st and 5th. Free. NIGHT MARKET - Eclectic mix of vendors and entertainers. THURSDAY, FRIDAY & SATURDAY 7-10:30pm. To Sept. 17 at Ship Point. victoriaharbour.org. JAMES BAY MARKET - An outdoor market where local farmers, artisans, musicians, and servicers can meet and sell to the public. SATURDAYS 9am-3pm. To Oct. 29 at the courner of Menzies and Superior. Free. jamesbaymarket.com. PENINSULA COUNTRY MARKET - More than 50 vendors offer farm fresh products, jams and jellies, honey, homemade bread, cut flowers, assorted meats, organic produce and arts and crafts. SATURDAYS 9am-1pm at the Saanich Fairgrounds (1528 Stellys Cross). Free. peninsulacountrymarket.ca. NORTH SAANICH FARM MARKET - Seasonal produce, locally raised meat, eggs, baking, plants, crafts. Come meet your neighbours. SATURDAYS 9:30am-12:30pm at St. John's United Church (10990 West Saanich). Free. 250-656-1330. GOLDSTREAM STATION MARKET - Stock up on local produce and crafts. SATURDAYS 10am-2pm. To Oct. 15 at the corner of Bryn Maur and Goldsteam. Free. goldstreamstationmarket.ca. MOSS STREET MARKET - Offering local farmers, artisans, crafters, bakers, cooks, bodyworkers and more a place to exchange their goods and services. SATURDAYS 10am-2pm. To Oct. 1 at the corner of Moss and Fairfield. Free. mossstreetmarket.com. METCHOSIN FARMERS' MARKET- SUNDAYS 11am-2pm. To Oct. 31 at the Metchosin Municipal Grounds (4450 Happy Valley). Free. SUNDAY MARKET IN THE SQUARE - An exciting array of arts, crafts, locally designed clothing, imports and food. SUNDAYS 11am-4:30pm in the 1600 block of Government. Free. 250-598-2593.
DANCE SAT. AUG. 20 VAN ISLE DANCERS - Enjoy an evening of dance and Ceilidh performances. No partner or experience required. Wear softsoled shoes. SATURDAY 7pm at the Victoria Dance Studio (2750 Quadra). Free. 250-598-0207, viscds.ca.
ONGOING SALSA CALIENTE - Beginner and advanced salsa, THURSDAYS 8-10pm. Intermediate mambo, MONDAYS 6:30-7:30pm. Fundamentals of mambo TUESDAYS 6-7pm. Latin workout WEDNESDAYS 6:30-7:30pm. All at Café Casablanca (2524 Bridge). $10. 250-389-0222. ARGENTINE TANGO - Beginners drop-in classes, with David and Vanessa. FRIDAYS 8pm at Café Casablanca (2524 Bridge). vanessawinn.com. VBDS BALLROOM DANCE WORKSHOPS - Pre-Bronze/Bronze Waltz 1-2pm, $5/$8/$10 per person, per workshop. Intro to Social Foxtrot and Rumba 2-3pm, $5 per person, per workshop. Singles & couples welcome. SATURDAYS 1-3pm at the Les Passmore Centre (286 Hampton). 250-721-5483, vbds.org. TANGO VITA - Beginner classes with Hilda-René SATURDAYS 7pm, intermediate 8pm, Milonga 9pm at 306-1221 Broad, 250-477-6360. Beginner and intermediate classes with Jorge-Liliana WEDNESDAYS 8pm, Milonga 9pm at St. Matthias Hall (600 Richmond), 250-858-1234. tangovita.com. SWING - Dance to Nightclub music. SATURDAYS 9pm at the Carlton Club (900 Carlton). $5. jayholman@ telus.net.
TANGO MODERNA - Argentine Tango lessons SUNDAYS (beginners) 1:45pm & (intermediate) 3pm, $12/$9. Followed by hosted Milonga SUNDAYS 4:30-7pm, $6/$5 for Tango Moderna/Passion for Tango members. All at the Martin Batchelor Gallery (712 Cormorant). 250-661-5921. WEST COAST SWING CLASSES Dance to Blues, Country, R&B and Top 40. No partner or experience required. SUNDAYS 6-7pm at Studio 7 (1221 Broad). $13 drop-in. 250-382-4500. CONTEMPORARY DANCE MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS 6-7:30pm at the The Victoria School of Contemporary Dance (649 Gorge East). $15/$8. 250-383-7183. CUBAN SALSA - Classes with Salsa Moderna. Beginner and intermediate MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS 7:30-9:30pm at Café Casablanca (2523 Bridge). 250-8912310, latinvictoria.ca. SALSA - TUESDAYS Beginner's lesson 7pm & intermediate lesson 8:15pm at Studio 4 Athletics (715 Yates). $15. salsavictoria.com. VI SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE SOCIETY - All beginners welcome. No partner required. Wear soft-soled shoes. TUESDAYS 7:30-9:30pm at Eastern Star Lodge (3281 Harriet). 4 classes for $24/6 classes for $30. 250598-0207, VISCDS@shaw.ca. VIC BALLROOM DANCE SOCIETY - Practice. FRIDAYS 7-9:30pm at Les Passmore Centre (286 Hampton). WEDNESDAYS 7:45-10pm at Cedar Hill Rec Centre (3220 Cedar Hill). Free for first-timers. 250-721-5483, vbds.org.
ACTIVE ONGOING CRD WALKS - Blood & Guts, learn more about animals that make their living by eating meat. Cougars and owls and bears, oh my! THURSDAY 11am-2pm in the tents at Beaver Beach (Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park). Campfire at the Beach, learn more about the animals that call Island View Beach their home. FRIDAY 6-8pm at the picnic shelter on Homanthko (Island View Beach Regional Park). Bountiful Berries (5 years and up), Search for blackberries, Oregon grape berries, salal berries and more! SATURDAY 1-2:30pm at the kiosk in the Aylard Farm parking lot off Becher Bay road (East Sooke Regional Park). Treemendous Trees, learn more about local tree species. SATURDAY 1-3pm at the Francis King nature centre (Francis King Regional Park). Cougar Ridge Hike (18 years and up), hike along one of the most spectacular viewpoints in the region. Wear sturdy shoes, pack a lunch and bring your camera. SUNDAY 11am-3pm at the parking lot of Gillespie road (Roche Cove Regional Park). Stop, Look & Listen, find what's hidden on the "unnature trail," meet a tree and more. WEDNESDAY 10am-noon at the nature centre of the main Beaver Lake parking lot (Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park). Hike the Lakes of Thetis (18 years and up), Enjoy the beauty of both Thetis Lakes on this guided hike. WEDNESDAY 10amnoon at the main Thetis Lake parking lot (Thetis Lake Regional Park). 250-478-3344, crd.bc.ca/parks. YOGA IN THE PARK - Beginner to intermediate hatha yoga. All proceeds go to charity. THURSDAYS 5:30-7pm. To Sept. 8 at Beacon Hill Park (on the lawn across from the Petting Zoo). $5. 250-588-6118. VICTORIA LAWN BOWLING CLUB - Come out and try lawn bowling. To protect the greens, please wear flat, smooth soled shoes, no heels. FRIDAYS 6pm. To Aug. 26 at the corner of Cook & Park in Beacon Hill Park. First three visits free. 250-383-5039, victorialbc.com. VICTORIA HORSESHOE CLUB - Adult drop-in mixed doubles. FRIDAYS 6:45pm. Junior program (8-17 years), WEDNESDAYS 6:30-8pm. All at Glanford Park. 250-385-6162. VOLKSSPORT WALKS - 7/11 km walk, SATURDAY 9:30am at the parking lot off Russ Durrance road (Gowlland Tod Park). 250-665-6062.
GHOSTLY WALKS - We’re living in BC’s most haunted city. Find out why and where on this 90 minute walk. No registration required. Every night 7:30pm & 9:30pm, with an extra tour FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS 8:30 pm outside the Visitor Information Centre (Government at Wharf St). $13/$11 students. 250-384-6698. MOKSHA YOGA - Find out what hot yoga is all about. SATURDAYS 1:30-3pm, MONDAYS 7-8am & WEDNESDAYS 3:15-4:15pm at Moksha Yoga (1088 Fort). $7. 250385-9642.
SPIRITUAL ONGOING LEARN TO MEDITATE - Learn mantra meditation. THURSDAYS 4:30-5:15pm in the Interfaith Chapel (UVic). Free. 250-721-8338 DHARMA TEACHINGS - With Resident Lama Jhampa Tenzin. THURSDAYS 7-9pm at the Victoria Dharma Centre (3371 Maplewood). By donation. 250-385-4828. MEDITATION - Emotional freedom technique and insight meditation. THURSDAYS 7-9pm at Unity Church of Victoria (838 Pandora). By donation. 250-382-1613. SAHAJ MARG MEDITATION INTRODUCTORY TALKS - A heart-centred meditation practiced worldwide for real change from the inside out. Call for more information. SATURDAYS 11am-1pm. Free. 778430-1104. BUDDHIST COMMUNITY SITS Silent meditation followed by taped Dharma talks and discussion. SUNDAYS 7-9pm at Lynn Wylie Yoga Studio (202-1600 Bay). By donation. 250-380-6383. COWABUNGA MEDITATION Join Brad Morris, co-founder of GratiDudes, for a surfer’s approach to meditation. MONDAYS 6:30pm at 1088 Fort. $10. cowabungalife.com. A COURSE IN MIRACLES - Using Ken Wilber’s Integral Mapping. Study group. MONDAYS 7-9pm at the James Bay New Horizons, 234 Menzies. By donation. 250-220-9797. DROP-IN MEDITATION - Each class includes guided meditation, practical instruction and discussion. MONDAYS 7-8:30pm and WEDNESDAYS 10-11:30 am at Bodhichitta Buddhist Centre (2020A Douglas). WEDNESDAYS 7-8:30pm at Fairfield United Church (1303 Fairfield). THURSDAYS 7-8:30pm James Bay United Church (511 Michigan). 250-592-7164, meditateinvictoria.org. ZEN MEDITATION - Learn Zen mediation. TUESDAYS 7-8pm in the Interfaith Chapel (UVic). Free. 250-721-8338. WAY OF MASTERY - Taking you from sleep to wakefulness, from fear to love. Reminding you of who you are. Registration required. WEDNESDAYS 7-9:30pm at 415-200 Dallas. By donation. 250-920-0948.
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COMMUNITY CHILDREN’S CHOIR - St. Mary The Virgin Anglican Church is offering a program of vocal music for children, including singing technique and musical literacy. Two sessions (Sept.-Dec. & Jan.-April) are available. Call 250-598-2212 for details. VICTORIA FRINGE FESTIVAL Volunteering is fun, easy and a great way to see shows for free! Intrepid Theatre could not run without the help of our incredible army of volunteers who help out with a wide range of jobs, including Fringe box office, tech crew, promotions, info kiosk and more. See intrepidtheatre. com for details. SUPPORT GROUP - Support group for phobias, generalized anxiety, panic attacks and OCD. With Dr. Tom Lipinski, registered psychologist. THURSDAYS 7-8:30pm at the Bridge Centre (125 Skinner). Free. 250389-1211. SIPCCENTRE - Counsellor-led support group for mature women ready to re-explore their sexual orientation. $8/session. FRIDAYS 5-6:45pm at James Bay New Horizons. LIFERING - Addiction support program. FRIDAYS 6:30pm at Pearkes Rec Centre (3100 Tillicum). 250-920-2095.
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