by Deborah Rogers – What’s the one thing that a British person living abroad always says they miss about home? Family; a certain variety of tea; Marmite; these might come out of their mouth, but deep down what they are really thinking is “I miss the pub!” My goodness, how I miss the pub. Getting […]
DEB’S DAY IN – Putting my Friends to the Test! Read More »
by Doreen Marion Gee – “At their core, the things we really like do not change over time. Putting your house in order is a great way to discover what they are,” reflects Marie Kondo in her best selling book The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing. The benefits
Tidy Seniors: Downsizing Clutter Read More »
ARTS SCENE – Joanell Storm: Capturing Creativity Read More »
FROM THE KITCHEN – Thematically Correct Read More »
by Paula Kully – News, changes, updates, launches? Email news@seasideamagazin@seaside. WINNING COMBINATIONS Picture PerfectThere is something about the Saanich Peninsula that attracts amazing photographers. That talent was brought to light recently when the Victoria Camera Club won the Lions Gate Celebration of Nature photographic competition. The competition is only open to camera clubs, not individuals,
by Tina Kelly, Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea | Photo by Jeff Reindl – Wolf eels, jellyfish and an octopus aren’t the only stars of the show at the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea. Volunteers are key to the success of the non-profit aquarium. Lately, there’s been much ado about one particular volunteer.
SALISH SEA NEWS – Star of the Show Read More »
by Sherrin Griffin VP, Operations, Sidney SeniorCare – When the progression of my grandfather’s cancer affected the safety of his driving, for himself and others, my mother and grandmother knew it was “time.” Although I don’t recall the specific details of how they gently suggested that he give up driving, I do remember the quiet
THE GOLDEN YEARS – Driving Through the Ages Read More »
SEASIDE HOMES – Hook & Hook Designs: A Full-Out Reno of Their Own! Read More »
by Matt Hall, Red Feather Horticulture – Native gardens are one of our favourites (and our specialties) to install. They are beautiful, beneficial to local wildlife and, if well planned, can save on your watering bill. Even if not attempting a fully naturalized landscape, we try to include native plants in many of our designs.
WEST COAST GARDENER – West Coast Native Plants Every Gardener Should Know Read More »
by Allison Smith – This issue marks our 10th Seaside Magazine Women to Watch feature, where we shine a light on some of the amazing businesswomen in our Saanich Peninsula community. From time to time, we’re asked something along the lines of “if women want to be equal, why single them out by having a
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