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by Jackie LaPlante -  Hey, Zoey Sarah Crossan Sarah Crossan's funny yet pensive novel explores several pertinent social issues – the foremost being whether and to what degree humans are susceptible to artificial intelligence (AI). Dolores discovers a full-sized, AI-equipped blow-up doll in her garage. Should she confront her husband? Does a dalliance with an

by Kelly Finerty -  Cool rains are welcome relief to hot summer months, beckoning us to curl up over hot drinks and favourite foods. With the busyness of life waking up, fall mealtimes often fade, and I can't be alone in grabbing a bag of chips, declaring mealtime accomplished. Knowing we must eat, the question

by Robin Willis, Registered Clinical Counsellor - The Saanich Peninsula is magical in the warmer months. But as the sun calls us to outdoor gatherings, many feel dread rather than excitement. The thought of mingling at a neighbourhood block party or community festival can trigger a whirlwind of anxiety. Summer on the Peninsula brings bustling

by Liberty Bears - In 1858, several American Black emigrants arrived in Victoria from California hoping for a better life. It was the beginning of the Fraser River gold rush and many people came from around the world in search of opportunity. On the first ship that brought miners from California, the Commodore, there were

by Tilar J. Mazzeo | photos by Janis Jean Photography - The Hugo Spritz Conceived at the San Zeno Bar in the northern Italy in 2005, this is a low- or no-alcohol sparkler that won’t leave you conked out on your pool lounger and sorry tomorrow. It’s fresh mint leaves – and if you’re an