by Doreen Marion Gee – June 4: World Oceans Day, Beacon Park. The whole family can celebrate the rich abundance of our beautiful oceans. Join the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea and their special guests outside on the Sidney waterfront. Enjoy displays, exhibitors, entertainment and refreshments. Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. All ages. […]
by Paula Kully – I have always loved dogs; as far back as I can remember, I’ve had a four-legged fur friend in my life. But a few years ago, we had to take our dear old friend to the Vet for her last visit. After that, we decided not to get another dog due
by Shai Thompson, House of Lily Koi – May’s Style Tip: Buy yourself a fresh new lipstick that is perfect for this season’s colour. Try on bold colours and lighter tones to give you a total lift. Here is the rule: dark eyes/light lips or light lips/dark smoky eyes. Or rock the hip trend of
by Trysh Ashby-Rolls – Up and down the Northwest Pacific coast, from southeast Alaska to northern Washington State, you’ll find totem poles. Before Europeans came, bringing metal tools with them, totem poles were no bigger than walking canes. Their purpose was traditionally a representation of each family-clan’s life, although sometimes they were used as house
by Donna M. Stewart, Hear Central Saanich – Animals do so much to enrich our lives. This is especially true for those with hearing loss. Untreated hearing loss (when someone has a significant hearing loss but does not use amplification) has been linked to depression, social isolation, cognitive decline, impaired memory, anxiety, and even an
