– by Linda Hunter –
COMMUNITY
Raising the Bar
It may be March, but play is always in season on the Peninsula. Just ask the children who are enjoying the latest addition to Centennial Park in Central Saanich: a new playground. Funded by a Government of B.C. Community Recreation Program grant, the municipality worked with Canadian playground company Henderson Recreation, along with local contractor Michell’s Excavation, to create the new play area. Located next to the field house and main parking area, the playground was completed in December and features barrier-free pathways, park furniture, new landscaping and irrigation system along with two distinct separated play areas for older and younger children, with inclusive features for all children to enjoy. Learn about more upcoming enhancements to Centennial Park at www.centralsaanich.ca.
ENTERTAINMENT
The Best Seat in the House
“Please take your seats,” a brand-new beautiful blue seat that is, at Sidney’s Star Cinema. The new seats, which boast armrests and are much more comfortable than their 45-year-old predecessors, were installed in late December. Tremendous gratitude goes out to a community of supporters and fundraisers who made it happen and raised over $185,000 for the seats and two recently purchased digital projectors. Staff will soon be installing name plaques on behalf of seat donors and announcing a date for their upcoming Gala. Stay tuned and find out more about upcoming films and events. http://tinyurl.com/mfpeawm.
SERVICES
Measure Once, Cut Twice
Eight years after opening Jeremiah’s Carpentry, Andrew Charles-Roberts has recently put down stakes on the Peninsula. He is pleased to offer a wide variety of customized construction including custom-built porches, sundecks, fences, playhouses and sheds as well as home service for small repairs. Andrews’ team works six days a week at both residential and commercial properties with company principles that are centred on creating long-lasting, quality work and an effort whenever possible to “repair” rather than “replace.” Named after his son Jeremiah, Andrew is pleased to continue to build a company and raise his young family in a quiet Sidney community. www.jeremiahscarpentry.com; 250-656-0052.
Aveda-trained hairstylist Carlie Martin is excited to be working independently, having honed her skills over the past seven years at Sidney’s Salon J. With extensive knowledge of industry changes, modern and classic hair designs and hair care techniques for women, men and children, Carlie’s passion is helping clients look and feel their very best. Staying current with the latest styles, trends and techniques in mind, Carlie offers a variety of services including highlights, coloring, cutting, perm, up-do’s, extensions, and makeup application. You can find Carlie’s Hair sharing home salon space on Calvin Avenue in Sidney. Contact by email at carlie.02@hotmail.com or call 250-818-2328.
RETAIL
Creations & Carnations
Four years into their business, Heather and Gord at Pleasant Street Studio have flung open their metal doors to invite those interested into their home-based studio and workshop. Creating one-of-a-kind items while saving the planet one piece at a time, they offer an array of garden and interior steam punk, and whimsical reclaimed metal art. Dedicated to renewal and thinking outside the box, Gord and Heather create from recycled metal by making use of landfill-destined everyday objects such as shovels, fire extinguishers, cutlery and tools. Find out more at www.pleasantstreetstudio.com.
The flower count just went up, with Thrifty Foods opening Flowers and More, in Sidney’s Mariner Plaza. The new floral shop represents an expansion of the bouquet of services offered in the grocery store, creating one-stop personalized service from Manager Yvette Bhatoa and her friendly, helpful staff. Customers will still be able to pick up items such as fresh flowers, chocolates and cards at the grocery store, but will find a larger floral presence and assortment in the new space. Open 8 to 8, seven days a week. Place orders: http://floral.thriftyfoods.com/; 250-654-0159.
News, changes, updates, launches? Email linda@seasideamagazine.ca.
