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– by Tina Kelly – If you don’t think the sea can be festive, think again. Common names for some local species embrace vocabulary typically associated with the upcoming season. Mother Nature’s marine “decorations” reflect Christmas colours, winter weather and holiday treats, trees and wrapping. Marine Snow: In the poorly lit twilight zone of the […]

– by Ed Wignall – Although winters in Victoria are much milder than the rest of Canada, preparations for winter driving are still needed to maintain your vehicle in safe, roadworthy condition. A little preventative maintenance for the winter will provide you a better chance for trouble-free motoring. Although we are already well into the

– by Gillian Crowley – It couldn’t be easier to select artistic and handcrafted gifts for everyone on your list and support Island artists at the same time. ARTS AND CRAFTS SHOWS GALORE A Touch of Saltspring Christmas Show continues a tradition started on Salt Spring Island in 1991. See what over 230 B.C. and

– by Susan Simosko – What kind of holiday shopper are you? Do you like to stroll around looking for that something special for each person on your gift list, or do you like to zip around picking things up here and there, knowing you’ll sort out who gets what later? Regardless of your personal

The Magic of Christmas Season at The Butchart Gardens begins on Tuesday, December 1st with the Light-Up Ceremony. At 5 p.m. the switch is thrown and The Gardens come alive with thousands of coloured lights. Sing along with the Traditional Carollers or listen to holiday favourites performed by the Festival Brass. Bring the family and