Art is defined as “the expression or application of human creative skill and imagination, typically in a visual form such as painting or sculpture, producing works to be appreciated primarily for their beauty or emotional power.” Now consider a world without art, without the Mona Lisa, without the statue of David, without Chihuly glass or […]
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Disappearing Dinosaurs: The Bellwethers Silently Talk Climate Change. The beautiful little sea turtle on our cover this month is seen as a “climate change canary.” Although they can’t tell us when they’re hurting, their behaviour, like that of honeybees, is an indicator of our planet’s health. The effects of global warming will have enormous impacts
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I had a Skype call recently with my two-year-old niece. I was on my computer; she was on my sister’s iPad. Just a few minutes into the conversation Cassidy said: “All done. Thank you. Bye bye” and she pressed the “hang-up” button. Yes, the kid knows screens. It’s kind of scary, really, when I think
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Publisher Sue Hodgson Talks With Business Entrepreneur and Sidney and Oak Bay SeniorCare Owner Shauna Dorko After years in hospital administration and working in various home support agencies, what were some of the deciding factors in starting your own company: The SeniorCare Group of Companies in Sidney and Oak Bay? I wanted to start an
– by Doreen Marion Gee – Considering Shirley Lang’s commitment to altruistic ideals and compassionate social values in every aspect of her work, it is no surprise that she has been honoured with the 2014 Woman to Watch Award. A native Cree woman, her spirit name means Festival of the Raven. As an entrepreneur, Shirley
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– by Susan Simosko – Marie Rosko believes women in business can have it all, and she should know. For the past 50 years, Marie has owned and managed multiple businesses, enjoyed a happy marriage, raised seven children, and made major contributions to the community. She is energy personified. Born in Edmonton but brought up
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The 24th annual Pacific Brant Carving and Art Show will be held at the Mary Winspear Centre in Sidney on Saturday April 5th and Sunday April 6th. Admission is $5 per person or $10 for a family pass, with children 12 and under free. The show opens at 10 a.m. both days and features a
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– by Lorne Peasland – Most Seaside readers know Japan was hit by an enormous tsunami three years ago, on March 11th, 2011. What you may not know is that Sidney-by-the-Sea – 20 minutes north of Victoria – is about the same elevation as the township of Nobiru Beach, 20 minutes north of Sendai. Both
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– by Gillian Crowley – “Daffodils,/That come before the swallow dares, and take/The winds of March with beauty.” Shakespeare in The Winter’s Tale. Beauty, music and humour are all in store this month. Enjoy! Ben Heppner Returns to Sidney If you missed Ben Heppner’s sellout concert last year, here’s another opportunity to hear his glorious voice. Heppner
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The dusting of snow and cold have passed … spring is upon us! Counting flowers and planning the garden seek our attention. Growing our own food and food sustainability are becoming more important to our well-being with the world’s changing climates and our own challenges of living on an island. It’s time to find out
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