by Janice Long, Calla Design – One of the reasons I hear people say they love the store is because of the use of colour. I will say that I am a colour afficiondo, but I’m not afraid to use it and recognize the impact it can have in creating an inviting space. As I […]
by Tina Kelly, Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea – “10-foot-long Shark Washes Ashore in North Saanich” – a shocking news headline for many. A bigger surprise may be – according to Canada’s Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) – 14 species of shark have been documented inhabiting our West Coast waters. To most, sharks
Salish Sea News – Sharks, Sharks and More Sharks
by Gillian Crowley – Sheer grace and athleticism is part of what makes ballet a special art form. Even those who don’t know a jeté from a plié will discover the local Ballet Étoile creates magic accessible to all. “We see ourselves as a way for the community to enjoy dance through a narrative structure
Art Scene – The Stars Align for Ballet Étoile
by Linda Hunter – Is it just me or do the years seem to be passing by faster than the speed of light? Keeping up with life’s pace can be a challenge as we navigate the decisions that will move us forward in our slow living communal adventure. We continue to ask ourselves if there
Loving Large, Living Small – Downgrade is the New Upgrade
There is a woman who I’d like to take the chance to celebrate this month, although she’s not from this community and none of you will have heard of her. But she is a woman who helped make me who I am. My grandma, Peggy Margaret Fry, died on January 28th, just two weeks before
