They say art is in the eye of the beholder. I’ve been thinking about this a lot, and wondering if perhaps this is also true in our day-to-day life. I think it can take years to see that we are all different, and therefore see things differently. The same event can happen in front of […]
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by Cassidy Nunn – Always on the lookout for amazing local products, Seaside’s Trendspotter Cassidy Nunn brings you unique items to spark an idea, enourage a budding talent or inspire your next project, whatever that may be. The Spirit of the Brush $29.99 and Calligraphy Brush $13.14. IslandBlue. 250.656.1233 Gift Certificate for One Month
Trendspotting – The Art of Perception Read More »
by Travis Koivula, Island Savings Insurance Services – Another company has offered you your dream job. You just completed a course and want to put this newfound learning to good use. Your buddy is involved in an exciting new software start-up and there is a new opportunity for you. Gone are the days of working
Common Cents – A Financial Guide for Job-Hoppers Read More »
by Lara Gladych – Seaside Magazine wants to live up to our slogan of being “the voice of the Saanich Peninsula,”so, in every issue, we’ll be asking people to answer a question. We’re looking for responses from all ages and across the diverse neighbourhoods that form our community. For this issue I sent the question “Do
Word on the Street – Do You Work to Live or Live to Work? Read More »
by David Bremner, d.g.bremner & co. – Along with all of you, I have ridden the wave of changing definitions for the term “business casual,” and today we’re on the upward sweep of yet another refinement. Just to be clear: originally, the term meant you could come to work in a sport coat, dress pants
In Fashion – Mastering Business Casual in the Fall of 2018 Read More »
by Shauna Dorko, Sidney SeniorCare – Although it was wonderful to see day after day of sunshine this past summer, I, for one, am relieved to experience some cooler, wetter weather. Time to snuggle up to those we love and dig the fuzzy blankets out of the closet. The fall is my favourite time of year,
Chasing the Golden Years – Harvest-Themed Activities Great for All Ages Read More »
by Dr. Kristen Bovee, Peninsula Naturopathic Clinic & Hydrate IV Wellness Centre – Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a condition that many people have but may not know they have it. It is slowly coming to the forefront in health care because of its prevalence and impact on the health of individuals who have
The Natural Path – NAFLD: A New Disease Epidemic Read More »
by Deborah Rogers – With the words of my wise 12-year-old in my head: “mum, don’t be nervous, we’re all beginners when we start, and your teacher will be nice,” I set off for the Peninsula Academy of Music Arts, with a borrowed guitar in hand. Of course he would know: he’s been a student
Deb’s Day Out – Just Strumming Along Read More »
by Paula Kully – Do you remember the scene from the movie The Shining where Jack Nicholson’s creepy character is chasing his small son through a giant maze with an axe? The dimly-lit, snow-covered path full of unpredictable twists and turns kept the audience on the edge of their seats as they realized the little
Behind the Scenes: An A-MAZE-ing Halloween at Pendray Farm Read More »
by Gillian Crowley – October is chock-full of arts events on the Peninsula. With so much choice, it’s worth making the time! “It’s all about Colour” Last chance to catch the Deep Cove Weavers and Spinners Guild’s display in Sidney. Enjoy their colourful works and learn about their different weaving and spinning techniques. You can even
Seaside Arts Scene Read More »
