– by Doreen Marion Gee – An unknown author once wrote, “Those who can, do. Those who can do more, volunteer.” Volunteers enrich and build our community in more ways than we could ever imagine. They are the catalyst that makes things happen. The volunteers at Peninsula Elder College are a shining example of caring community […]
Volunteer Community Builders: Peninsula Elder College
– by Valerie Green – This month I begin by writing about some prominent March dates which were particularly important in our local area. The first occurred on March 1, 1906 when the municipality of Saanich was incorporated. Andrew Henderson Strachan, as Justice of the Peace, was the man who swore in that very first
March: On This Month in History
I’ve had some self-reflection to do this month. The subjects of success and achievement have been top of my mind as I’ve watched all the entries for our Woman to Watch contest come in. There are some seriously impressive women out there, working hard. I saw examples of innovation, perseverance and great strength. All around
Valentine’s Day is around the corner and love is in the air. With heart-shaped goodies, chocolates, roses, love and romance everywhere, it’s that week of the year when it’s ok to be sappy. Or is it? For a few years now, I’ve been on my own journey to understand and discover what really makes me
– by Valerie Green – February is often thought of as a somewhat dreary month. By then Christmas is just a distant memory and spring is not yet here. Valentine’s Day on the 14th is the only highlight, but even that day can be associated with another February 14 back in 1929 in Chicago when
February: On This Month Through The Years
