Stories

In Fashion – A Breath of Fresh Air in Fashion: How the Industry has Bounced Back and What to Expect for the Season to Come

by Devon Bird, Moden Boutique & Moden Essentials -  This Summer has approached with the speed and vigour of a snail moving through molasses, yet celebrations, special occasions and connecting with friends and family has commenced undeterred. Shoppers are eagerly searching for the perfect piece to wear to their events that communicates just the right

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Out For A … Journey to the Observatory – Dominion Astrophysical Observatory

by Sheila Molloy -  The views are spectacular regardless of how you get to the Centre of the Universe. The Dominion Astrophysical Observatory (DAO) is a national historic site and is renowned for many discoveries including the nature of the Milky Way. Located on top of Little Saanich Mountain, the familiar white-domed roof has been

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Arts Scene – Bringing Creativity Into Focus: Matt Shannon Photography

by Jo Barnes | photo courtesy Matt Shannon Photography -  Some artists express what they see with a paintbrush; others create images with their pen. But Sidney nature and landscape photographer, Matt Shannon, uses a camera lens to convey his artistic vision. And while authors or painters might have to do some preparation beforehand, for

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NIȽ TU,O (from the very beginning) – NIȽ TU,O’s Gardens: Native Plants Supporting Culture & Ecosystem

by Laurel Anne Stark | photos courtesy NIȽ TU,O Child & Family Services -  The garden beds that surround NIȽ TU,O's buildings aren't just beautiful: they're brimming with native plants integral to Coast Salish culture and ecosystem. NIȽ TU,O's commitment to furthering Coast Salish culture and worldview in all areas of operations guided the garden's

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Going Green – The “R” Words

by Tina Kelly -  Reduce, reuse, recycle is a classic environmental mantra. This trio of R-words roll nicely off the tongue and as a slogan it's as old as I am. While the specific origin of reduce, reuse, recycle is debated, the slogan rose in popularity during the environmental movement of the 1970s and has

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New & Noteworthy

by Annilee Armstrong -  News, changes, updates, launches? Email noteworthyseaside@gmail.com.   COMUNNITY FUNDRAISER On Your Mark, Get Set, Go! The Parkland Track campaign is still running. Work on the new track has started but they are still in need of raising funds to resurface it. This track is widely used by the community, as well

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