– by Susan Simosko – What were you doing in your twenties? What difference did you make to your community? If you’re like me, you might be saying “not much.” Now consider Morgan Jane Shaw, 26, born and raised in Sidney and actively making a major difference in our community. Morgan is Manager of Visitor […]
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– by Carole Pearson – It is the end of an era for one of Vancouver Island’s favourite garden stores. After 71 years in business, Marigold Nursery is closing its doors. The property has been sold and this Christmas Eve will be the last day of operation for the family-owned business. This is sad
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Like virtue, photography is its own reward, triggering memories of life’s greatest moments and relationships. In our Third Annual Photography Contest, Seaside wishes to further reward some of these amazing artists, with some good old-fashioned ink in our local magazine. With so many submissions, this task wasn’t easy. You’ll find our choices in the
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In this issue of Seaside we are exploring the enormous impact volunteering has in our community. As Executive Director of Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre what would your community at the Centre look like if you didn’t have volunteers? I’m not sure if we would exist without our volunteers. Our Centre was designed as an interpretive
Sue Hodgson talks with Mark Loria, Executive Director of Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre Read More »
– by Joanne Lomax – Take another look at the groups of cyclists riding the roads and trails throughout the south end of the Island. The bright cycling jerseys may belong to grandmothers and ‘grand others’ training for an annual cycling fundraiser to support African grandmothers who are dedicated to conquering the devastating effects of
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– by Barry Mathias, photography by nuttycake.com – Imagine, summer is suddenly over and torrential rain, strong winds and a drastic lowering of temperature occurs. What do you do? You light your wood stove … and smoke out the house: a bird has built a nest in the chimney! You notice your gutters are overflowing, strong
Seaside Homes: Staying One Step Ahead of the Season Read More »
– by Hans Tammemagi – With eyeballs popping and muscles straining, I writhed and wriggled to get into a wet suit that seemed several sizes too small. I was in St. David’s in the southwestern corner of Wales, where the coastline is rugged, beautiful, and well suited for an obscure activity called coasteering, which involves
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– by Allison Smith – It has been said that social media is the downfall of face-to-face communication. In many ways I agree, but not as a new mom! Over the nine months of my daughter’s life, social media, particularly Facebook, has been invaluable: as a way to connect with other moms, as a means
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– by Doreen Marion Gee – Please visit respective venue websites for further programming and registration information. September 6: Sea Shirt Sunday Get creative with ‘fishy’ art, putting your marine pictures on a T-shirt, pillowcase or cloth bag. All ages. Sunday, 1 – 3p.m. Admission cost plus $2.00 per item for fabric paint. Small selection
What’s Happening This Fall: For Tots, Kids, and Teens Read More »
– by Dr. Kate Evans – We can’t avoid all danger but there are simple ways to cut the risks as we have fun with our families in the summer. First, the sun. The Canadian Dermatology Association is clear that sun exposure poses significant health risks. The risk of malignant melanoma, the most deadly form
Inside Out: Family Summer Safety Read More »
