by Paula Kully –
NEW BEGINNINGS
Moving On
Jamie J of Salon J is pleased to announce that he has moved to Studio A Hair and Beauty Bar, located at 2460 Bevan Avenue in Sidney. “After owning Salon J for 14 years, I am excited to continue to offer my services with Abby and her great team. I look forward to seeing you soon!” ~ Jamie J
Getting Back to Nature
Snowdon House has added Farm Camping to their offerings! Six tent campsites, nestled in the Douglas fir forest, can be booked for $41 per night including taxes for two people and $11 for each additional camper. For an extra fee, tea and coffee carafes are delivered to your campsite in the morning. Call to make a reservation: 250-661-8957.
There’s Nothing Like Fresh Baked Bread!
Lone Tree Bakery & Cafe recently opened in Sidney at 2235 Harbour Road. The Esquimalt bakery is owned and operated by Brittannia and her mother Nanci. Their Sidney location offers the Lone Tree staples of pies and muffins, which are made without added fillers or preservatives, while the café serves soups and sandwiches on their homebaked bread. The café is quickly becoming known for their full English breakfast as well.
A Step in the Right (Fitting) Direction
A new shoe shop has recently opened at 9783 Third Street next to Connections Consignment in the former Repeat Boutique location. Rock Bay Footwear specializes in handcrafted custom-designed footwear and orthotics designed and fitted for the individual.
www.rockbayfootwear.com
FOND FAREWELLS
Lights, Camera, Action
The bad news – after 12 years, Charlotte Rennison is retiring and closing down Victoria Costumes in Brentwood Bay at the end of the year. The good news – thousands of high-quality costumes and accessories will be available for sale. Email vcostumes@gmail.com or call 778-426-0781 with your requests and to reserve a change room. As for Charlotte, she has been lured to the film industry to work in the costume department (of course!).
Mr. President
Island Savings, which has a branch in Brentwood Bay, recently announced the retirement of their President, Randy Bertsch. Kendall Gross, Vice President, Retail and Business Banking of the credit union’s Valley First division, was appointed as the new President on August 30.
Down on the Boondocks
The much-loved Boondocks Bar and Grill in Sidney, which has been owned by Sean McNeill for 32 years, is now under new ownership. Andy Hansen recently took over the famous local pub.
Let the Games Begin!
Haven’t you always wished the Peninsula had a board game café? Well, now it does! Beacon Landing Restaurant & Lounge has recently opened a new games room. Reserve a table and have fun with friends!
POWER ON!
Going Green
In keeping with the world’s trend towards green technology, the Sidney Travelodge recently installed two electric charging stations for its patrons.
Technology at its Finest
Empire Hydrogen officially opened the Empire Hydrogen Conference Centre at BCIT’s School of Transportation on Annacis Island near Vancouver. Empire Hydrogen has worked with BCIT since 2010 as part of their commitment to support British Columbia’s Green technology industries.
Your Next Ride Made Easier
NextRide has been introduced to the Greater Victoria Area including the Saanich Peninsula. This is great news for public transit users: gone are the days of wondering when your bus will show up. With NextRide, you can now track your bus in realtime on your smartphone using GPS technology.
