As the incomparable Fran Willis once wrote, “… original art is very important in our lives, touching a deeper level of awareness … where the direct creative energy of the artist can be felt.” For a rich experience of original art produced by dedicated and talented local artists, visit The 62nd Annual Spring Show & […]
The 62nd Annual Spring Show & Sale: Saanich Peninsula Arts & Crafts Society
– by Liz Savage – One day a few years ago, two women discovered they both had the same dream. Mitra Hashemi and Heather Burkett’s dream was to provide a place where children and adolescents from lower income families could access oral care. They decided to form a not-for-profit organization that would help them realize
April is the month for quilts at Sidney Museum. This year we are presenting a spectacular exhibit produced by some of the finest quilters in the area, the Loose Threads quilting group. Quilts made by Loose Threads members range from traditional, contemporary to modern art and the display is peppered with a few antique quilts
– by Doreen Marion Gee – This is part of a rotating series of articles on members of Sidney Meet Up Women’s Networking Group, featuring women in business on the Saanich Peninsula. On Fran Daviss’ business cards, a photo of an elderly hand held by a younger one reflects the core of what she does:
Sidney Meet Up: Fran Daviss – Certified Financial Planner – At Your Side & In Your Corner
– by Gillian Crowley – Fall Literary Festival April 2 reminder: Award-winning authors M.A.C. Farrant and Stephen Hume read their work at the Red Brick Café. Help support the fall Literary Festival. Tickets at Tanner’s Books, Sidney. Doors open at 6.30 p.m. www.sidneyliteraryfestival.ca. Randy Bachman Keeps Rockin’ A rock legend, Bachman brings his talents as
