The Hungry Eye

JANUARY 4, 2012

EVENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS JANUARY EVENTS TO ENJOY at the Heriot Bay Inn Pub: 14th: Capricorn Party, 20th: Tequilla Mockingbird Orchestra $10, 27th: Sweet Lowdown.

Every Saturday night – open mic with Mo. So much fun!

COME TO EVANGELINE’S (Island Treasures) Community Craft Room.

January to March guest folk art classes.

January Carmen Halls carpet making.

February Shelly Mackie sock knitting.

March bead-making. Fridays 3 – 4 crafts for kids by donation. Helping QUADRA ISLAND STUDIO TOUR is create a creative community. Tuesdays calling for artists to apply for the 10th to Saturdays from 10 am to 5 pm.

Annual Tour, June 2 and 3, 2012.

Expose your work! Applications forms KAMELEON IS FEATURING the work are available at Hummingbird Office of local painter Nanci Cook this month.

Supply or by emailing: studiotour@ Come have a look and join us for quadraislandarts.com Deadline is breakfast & lunch (Monday – Saturday) January 15, 2012. or dinner (Fridays only). 204-3583.

THE EYE’S “Island People & Places” isn’t just for kids. Use it for special birthdays, anniversaries, births, marriages, new business start-ups, etc.

No charge. Please send your submission ideas to islandpeople@thehungryeye. ca Requirements include: a high MISPLACED YOUR FLYER? Tru Value resolution digital photo plus a very brief specials – for both the Heriot Bay and blurb when appropriate (60 word max.)

Q-Cove stores – can be viewed online Please do not submit advertisements for businesses to “Island People & every week at www.thehungryeye.ca Places.”

New for 2012!

Hungry Eye Trivia Each week we’ll feature three themed trivia questions. Got an idea for a fantasitc trivia theme? Send your idea to michelle@thehungryeye.ca 1. January is named after what?

2. What is January’s flower?

3. Janaury is also known as National ________ Month in the United States.

1. Janus, a roman god of doorways and beginnings and endings.

Winter Market Saturday, January 14 from 10 am to 2 pm at the Community Centre. First Pressing is playing. Peruse the artisan tables or enjoy a light lunch and coffee. All your favourite things under one roof! Quadra.michele@ gmail.com

SUBMITTING CLASSIFIED ADS for Hungry Eye advertising couldn’t be easier: Hand your classified ad to the gas station clerk and pay CASH. Walk away with your cash register receipt.

Max. word count for a classified ad is 80 words. For DISPLAY ADS, contact Michelle Simms by phone or email. For contact info and ad rates, visit www. thehungryeye.ca

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NEW WINTER DINING HOURS at the HBI: Sunday to Thursday 8 am to 7 pm, Friday and Saturday 8 am to 8 pm.

THE QUADRA ELEMENTARY Parent’s Winter fuel dock hours: Sunday 9 am Advisory Council will be holding their to 1 pm, Monday to Thursday 11 am to annual bottle drive January 7. Bottles 1pm, Friday/Saturday 9 am to 3 pm. can be dropped off on Saturday or the WELCOME IN THE NEW YEAR with week of January 3 – 7 at the Heriot Bay creativity. Hummingbird Office and Store, or you can phone Ross McPhee Art supply, your little store with more! at 285-3472 for pickup.

2012, a healthy and prosperous time TIRED OF THE RAIN? Come to the for all.

CASTLE PRINTING printed this issue of the Hungry Eye

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Photo by Jamie Harris

MORE JANUARY EVENTS to enjoy at the Heriot Bay Inn: Fireside Lounge 21st: readings and poetry with Harold Rhenisch includes appies $15, Herons 27th: Music and comedy with Todd Butler dinner show in Herons $4.

Reservations highly recommended 285-3322.

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HELP WANTED

REAL ESTATE / RENTALS

PART-TIME LOVING CHILDCARE needed for two year old twins and Mother’s helper for some chores, meal preparation, swim lessons and walks.

I am usually home too but need to go to appointments weekly alone. Child subsidy plus depending on experience.

250-202-4021.

AVAILABLE NOW: Large 2 bedroom house for rent. No dog, no smoking.

Close to beach between Q-Cove and Heriot Bay. Washer, dryer, sunroom. $650/month plus utilities. Phone 2852343.

Complete Construction Services Site Preparation to Design & Building Fine Finishing & Carpentry

250-285-3982

Cell: 250-830-3982 • jseffzig@gicable.com

IN THE COVE IN THE COVE

PRIVATE, BRIGHT 2 BEDROOM house on Heriot Bay Road. Washer, dryer, electric heat. No smokers or dogs.

Long term, quiet living only. Damage deposit and references required. $550/ month plus utilities. Call 285-3747 and leave a message.

TUES – SAT.

10 am to 4:30 pm

285-3822

BUY / SELL / TRADE

LIKE NEW 1 year old exercise bike – 7 function readout – adjustable seat and pedals – Regular price $470 – Asking ADVERTISE YOUR garage/yard/ $250! Call Rob Wood at 285-2321. moving sale in the Hungry Eye and you’ve put a personal invitation into AMPED SPROUTS – from seed to every mailbox on Quadra Island. Is nutritious food. We are making fresh sprouts daily. 80 grams - $2.50 or 150 there a better deal for $6? grams - $4. Fresh, local and sprouted NO ENERGY for a garage sale? Try a with love at Amped on Nutrition 285classified ad for your bigger stuff. Only 3142 $6 + HST for 40 words or less and $15 + HST for 41-80 words. Count your LOOKING FOR: Futon couch/bed words! There is no better way to sell frame. For sale: propane hot water an item on Quadra than in the Hungry tank $25, full size air hockey table $25, K2 (152 cm) snowboard with Burton Eye. custom step in bindings and Burton boots $100. 285-3406.

Wine & Beer Supplies and Related Giftware

GARAGE SALES

“

Nobody grows old merely by living a number of years. We grow old by deserting our ideals.

Years may wrinkle the skin, but to give up enthusiasm wrinkles the soul.”

—Samuel Ullman

TARGET YOUR CUSTOMERS The Hungry Eye is delivered to every mailbox on Quadra. There’s no better (or cheaper) way to reach all the eyes on the island.

KONA DR. DREW commuter bike. As new and virtually unridden. Frame: gold 7005 aluminium; Shimano, Truvativ, etc. components; brakes: Hayes Sole disc brakes; All original, inc. owner’s manual and some extras (Rack, fenders) - $500. 285-2824

LOST & FOUND

New Patients Welcome • No Referral Required • Custom Orthotics

CAMPBELL RIVER PHYSIOTHERAPY CLINIC

Klari Varallyai, Physical Therapist WEDNESDAYS on QUADRA ISLAND Please book appointments through Campbell River Clinic

250 286-1046

“The Book Store for Book Lovers”

THOUSANDS OF BOOKS New/Used/Discounted/Rare/Out-of-Print

Mon. - Fri. 9:30 - 5:30 Saturday 10 - 5 • Closed Sundays Proprietor: Robin King 285-3665

ALL FOUND ITEMS RUN FREE (once only/40 words or less) in the Hungry Eye. If you find a pet or other item, please try to locate its owner – your kindness won’t cost a dime. Deadline: before 6 pm Mondays at the gas station or email (michelle@thehungryeye.ca) No items by phone, please.

Email: bookbonanza@telus.net

BOOK BONANZA

HUNGRY EYE DEPOT

Bring your ads into the gas station/video store DEADLINE: ALWAYS BEFORE 6 PM MONDAYS

THE HUNGRY EYE is published each week by THE HUNGRY EYE (Michelle Simms van Orden), printed on Quadra Island by Castle Printing & distributed free to Quadra mailboxes Wednesdays. The deadline for ad submission is 6 PM MONDAY for Wednesday’s publication. Also available online: www.thehungryeye.ca.

FOR CLASSIFIED ADS: Pre-pay at the Petro-Can Station (Village Square) 7 days a week! Classified ad pricing: up to 40 words $6 + hst; 41-80 words $15 + hst.

Max. 80 words for classified ads. Please count your words. Contact Michelle Simms van Orden at 587-987-5358 about display ads or inserts which are not processed through the gas station. Please do not leave display ads/inserts/or their payments at the gas station.

The Hungry Eye reserves the right to refuse advertising. More ads than space? Time-sensitive ads take priority when space is tight.

WITHOUT PREJUDICE. No responsibility is undertaken for any errors or omissions.

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NEXT DEADLINE: Before 6 PM MONDAY

CLASSES / WORKSHOPS ONE HOT MAMA – that’s how you could look by summer! Lose weight the safe and healthy way. Weight Watchers meetings every Monday at QCC from 6 to 7 pm. Drop by one meeting for free, just to see.

SING FOR PURE JOY! A nonjudgmental circle where everyone can access and express the profound joy and beauty at our core. Raise you voice in harmony! Quadra Community Centre – Mondays 3 to 4:30 pm beginning January 9. Call Mary at 285-3764 10 DAY LIFE SHIFT CHALLENGE! singforpurejoy@gmail.com Do you feel like you need a shift to start moving towards what you desire?

Heart & Soul Home Care Download your complimentary copy of Sarah Gregg Granger, RN the Life Shift Challenge at www.lifeCertified Foot Care Nurse coaching.ca (PDF resources tab) Tucker Serving Quadra Island Dinnes, 250-204-3349.

CHILDREN’S SONG CIRCLE: For kids of all ages! Moms and Dads and babes! Grandmas and Grandpas too!

Quadra Community Centre – Room 3. Tuesdays from 3 to 4 pm beginning January 10. Pre-registration required.

Call Mary @ 285-3764 singforpurejoy@ gmail.com

foot care basic nursing services health & wellness consulting respite personal care therapeutic touch

250-204-RN4U (7648)

LOSERS ON QUADRA – In six weeks, 212.2 pounds have been lost in room 1 @ QCC. If found, please do not return. Weight has been dropping off 25 individuals in a slow, healthy way.

WEST ROAD YOGA – Ann Toelle Join us every Monday.

Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher. January 23 to February 28. Mondays: 9 – 10:30 WEIGHT WATCHERS – No silly diet or am level I/II. Tuesdays: 9 – 10:30 am tasteless foods need to be purchased. gentle/beginners. Thursdays: 9 – 10:30 Only sheer determination and a want am all levels. 6 weeks: 1 class/week $60 to drop your extra weight is needed. It’s or 2 classes/week $120. Registration so very easy to lose those extra pounds by summer. Give it a try!

285-3065 anntoelle@yahoo.ca N E W C O A C H I N G PA C K A G E S & workshops for 2012 including: Your Brilliant Business, Journey to Wellness (group coaching package), personal one/one coaching and much more!

Details at www.life-coaching.ca or call Tucker at 205-204-3349.

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE! Low impact Aerobics with Jeannie begin Friday, January 6. Looking forward to seeing you out again. Blessings to all for 2012. For information – call Jeannie 285-3505.

RESTORATIVE YOGA – Wednesdays – West Road Studio. Morning class beings January 11, 10 – 11:30 am.

Prepay $80 for 8 weeks, $12 drop-in.

Evening class begins January 25, 7 – 8:15 pm, prepay $60 for 6 weeks. Call Sue Beattie 286-2948. Mats and props provided.

LEARN TO MAKE your own face and body lotion using ingredients that nourish and restore skin. In February L ydia will hold workshops at QCC. Fingertip facelift - twenty pressure points. Workshops $30 or register BELLYDANCING STARTS January 10 for both for $50. Testimonials report at Community Centre, Room 3. Basic excellent results. 204-8733.

Bellydance 6:35-7:35, More Than Basics 7:35-8:35 will run if there is IS THIS YOU? Wide glide? Spare enough interest. No-one is required to tire? Thighs rubbing? Arms jiggling? perform publicly. Check the Quadra Join us every Monday at QCC from Rec. Brochure or Call Sarah 250-285- 6 to 7 pm and learn how to lose your extra pounds and rid yourself of those 3425 for registration info. problem spots.

PRENATAL/BIRTH CLASSES - 5-week series of classes starting mid January. YOGURT MAKING WORKSHOP on Emphasis will be on gentle, natural Saturday, January 7 from 1 to 4 pm. pregnancy and birth. Lear n and Enjoy tea, blackberry scones and practice pain-coping techniques and fresh yogurt while you learn this more with plenty of time for discussion. money saving skill. Register 285-3664 Location and exact dates TBD. www. Perrywinkle Cottage, 692 Cedar $30; additional family members $10 each. morekajolar.com 250-504-0277 Hungry Eye – January 4, 2012 • 3

SERVICES STRANDED HAIR DESIGN in QCove has a special for January. Haircut + 5 foils for $50+tax! Come in for a new look for the New Year. Thursdays 1 to 8 pm. Fridays and Saturdays 10 am to 5 pm. 285-2055 or strandedhairdesign@ gmail.com Prompt, professional service TQ journeyman

Ron Lolacher Contracting

Renovations • Custom Designed Decks Complete Interior Finishing (home) 250 285-2203 • (cell) 250 287-0786

BIODYNAMIC CRANIOSACRAL Therapy. A gentle but deep, handson, whole body therapy. Access your deepest resource of health to release tension, resolve trauma, relax your nervous system, restore balance & alignment and more. Sliding scale $40 - $70. Juliana Grubwieser, BCST 285-2787.

CLEAN YOUR GUTTERS – call John Clark – 285-3597. Now’s the time!!

Interior painting call Clarks Painting 285-3597. Winter rates. 285-3597.

lrlolacher@gmail.com • Box 338, Heriot Bay, BC V0P

SIGNS, PICTURE FRAMING and simple Engraving at Waypoint Signs beside Quadra Builders. Tuesday -Thursday, 9 – noon and 1 – 4 pm. (look for OPEN sign on other days). Appointments possible to suit your schedule. Friendly, efficient, personalized service with quality products at affordable rates.

285-2815 & info@waypointsigns.com NOLE CREEK SAWMILLS: milling, GUTTERS. GUTTERS. GUTTERS. moulding, kiln drying, all to your Hedefine Contracting, Discovery specific requirements. Speciality beams Islands’ roofing specialists, does 5”, to 32 ft, siding, flooring & much more.

K-style continuous gutters. Island Your logs or mine. Free local pickup and convenience. Call 285-2866 for all your delivery. Call Greg 285-2762 Website: www.nolecreeksawmills.com roofing and gutter needs.

Chris Phillips 285-3040

(cell) 202-6200

Midsize CAT Excavator (thumb & blade) Tandem Hooklift Dump Truck

THE WATER GUY: Water systems by certified environmental operator.

Well water analysis: sales, service and installation of: ultraviolet treatment systems: filtration products; pumps, pressure & well equipment; specialty pump sales. Quadra, Cortes and beyond. Q-Cove, 285-3744/830-3744/ email: waterguy@uniserve.com AT YOUR SERVICE – Compassionately caring for you. Supporting and assisting your independence. I will cook, shop, housekeep, transport you, whatever you need! I will be the daughter, niece, friend accompanying you in your time of need. Call Marilyn McPhee 2852315.

KOSMIC KAFETERIA wishes you a d e l i c i o u s N e w Ye a r. C r e a t i v e catering for all occasions. 285-2171 kosmickafeteria@hotmail.com

GOOD STUFF TO KNOW The dilemma: You’ve opened up your fridge to find a tub of unopened yogurt with a Best Before date that says it expired three days ago. Would you toss it out?

maintain its optimum taste and texture.

The dates don’t guarantee that the food is safe before that date, and they don’t necessarily mean that the food is unsafe after that date.

Most of us would. After all, “when it doubt, throw it out,” we’ve all been told.

In other words, Best Before dates are merely suggestions about how long a food will taste “fresh,” not whether it’s safe.

In fact, though, you would likely be throwing away perfectly good food. As long as that yogurt had been stored properly since being bought, it would still be good a few days after its Best Before date. The same is true with milk, cheeses and countless other foods.

And yet every year, thousands of kilograms of food are needlessly thrown away simply because consumers misunderstand what the Best Before date means. In fact, a Best Before date says nothing about the safety of a food.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency points out that Best Before dates are only an indicator of the “quality” of the product—meaning how long it will 4 • Hungry Eye – January 4, 2012

The only foods that the government insists must have expiration dates are infant formula, meal replacements and nutritional supplements. These must come with an “expiration date” because the vitamins in these foods can deteriorate, rendering them useless.

What might also surprise many shoppers: while the government requires Best Before dates on foods that will keep fresh for less than 90 days, it’s left up to food makers to pick those dates; there is little oversight from the government.

Another surprise: Those canned and packaged items in your cupboard?

These don’t need to have a Best Before

date at all. Check the labels of cookies, crackers, pasta mixes, canned tuna and beans and you’ll find that most come with Best Before dates. But none of these dates have anything to do with food safety; in fact, these foods are typically safe to eat long after their Best Before dates have passed. (Of course, that’s assuming the can isn’t bulging or leaking. It’s never safe to eat from those cans.)

The problem is that when consumers become confused by these labels, and mistake Best Before dates as expiry dates, they toss out products as soon as the dates have passed, resulting in thousands of kilograms of needless food waste every year.

(It’s important to note that all these rules about Best Before dates apply only to foods that haven’t been opened.

Once opened, most foods need to be consumed quickly.)

Adapted from CTV Health News. To learn more, visit www.ctv.ca/health