by Lara Gladych –
SEASONAL
Tea Time
Opening in Rockland in May is Rudi’s Tea Room, at the Cary Castle Mews, part of the Government House estate. The Tea Room offers a chance for visitors to enjoy lunch, tea, pastries and other refreshments, all prepared by the Executive Chef at Government House. The Mews will be open for the 2016 season beginning May 24, and hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday, until September 3. Learn more at www.ltgov.bc.ca. Government House is located at 1401 Rockland Avenue, Victoria.
Get the Ball Rolling …
Mini Golf is open at Island View Golf! Weather permitting, the whole family can play from 10 a.m. to dusk. Located at 7081 Central Saanich Road. Call 250-652-5215 for more information.
RETAIL
Knitwear Fashion
Adam Olsen and the Olsen family have brought their Salish Fusion Knitwear to a store near you! Crafted by Vancouver Island knitters and based on Tsartlip First Nation designs (Brentwood Bay), their pieces can now be purchased not only online, but also exclusively at the Brentwood Bay Village Empourium. Visit the Empourium in Trafalgar Square in Brentwood Bay, or shop the full line of products at www.salishfusion.ca.
HEALTH CARE
Feet First
Introducing Soul to Sole Mobile Foot Care, offering nursing foot care to individuals in their own homes. Sessions with owner Glynis Miller, LPN, include assessment and foot bath, clipping, filing/sanding and appropriate treatments, all finishing with massage. Glynis may also be booked for educational presentations. Visit www.soultosolefootcare.com or call 250-858-7729. She’s on Facebook too!
Bend & Stretch
At Sidney Chiropractic and Massage Therapy, Dr. Repsch has retired and two new therapists have joined the the team. Aimee Thompson is providing Registered Massage Therapy and Dr. Benn Drysdale is providing Chiropractic Care. The clinic offers a diverse treatment skill set for resolving most muscle/soft tissue and joint injuries. You’ll find them at 3-9764 Fifth Street, close to the corner of Bevan. Call 250-656-4611 or visit http://tinyurl.com/hnnjeys to book an appointment.
Zen Time
The Yoga Studio, in Sidney, is looking for new instructors. The studio has been acquired by Devi and Dietmar Dombkowski, and they are looking for teachers in a variety of styles. Guest teachers and presenters may also rent their space for their work. Come in and try a free class! You will find The Yoga Studio at 9819 Fifth Street, above Theo’s Restaurant. To speak with Devi or Dietmar, call 250-655-5254.
OPENINGS
Spirits Up
Victoria Distillers is scheduled to open this month in Sidney! The public will observe all aspects of production and will finish with a tasting of the premium spirits and bitters. There is an on-site lounge where you will find bartenders experimenting, and where guests can enjoy a cocktail and locally-made preserves and charcuterie. The distillery is opening at 9891 Seaport Place. Read about them at www.victoriadistillers.com, and follow them on Facebook and Instagram for up-to-date news!
Man’s Best Friend
New in Brentwood Bay is VI K9 Consulting & Training. Owner Tyson King offers Obedience and Behavioural Reconditioning Training for pets and their owners. He is a trained PTSD Service Dog Trainer, and offers services and workshops in the area of service dog education and training. Follow VI K9 on Facebook, or find out more about Tyson at www.vik9.ca. Reach him at 250-888-2005 or email tyson@vik9.ca. VI K9 is located at 6973 Wallace Drive.
