By Genevieve on May 2, 2012 in Feature Stories | 0 Comments
With the epic May Long Soccer Weekend approaching we thought it only fit to grace our cover with Salt Spring’s own Soccer Supernova Sue-Ann Donaldson seen here obviously beating an opposing player to the ball. The Salt Spring Women’s team recently captured the Stephanie Shergold Cup this year! Yeah Champs!!
Hit the soccer field for the long weekend and cheer on all our powerhouse Salt Spring teams. A great event, a great beer garden, and lot’s of music at Moby’s to keep the party going!
Loading ...By Genevieve on Apr 29, 2012 in Local Stuff | 0 Comments
A wildly entertaining performer, Alan brings a Chicago Blues/Boogie Woogie/Folk/Acadian fiddle /piano//guitar/ performance that is sure to please. His daughter Hannah may join him again this year. She was wonderful addition to his show last year. This is a great opportunity to catch an intimate show with Alan, share snacks and drinks with fellow music lovers and donate nonperishable foods to our food bank. Save $3.00 by booking in advance Read the rest
By avek on May 16, 2012 in Local Stuff | 0 Comments
The Salt Spring Photography Club’s annual exhibition will run daily from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Artspring Gallery. Opening reception, with refreshments, on Friday June 1 from 5 to 7 p.m. All welcome! Come and meet the photographers and see what your local photo club is up to!
Date: June 1
Start Time: 5 p.m.
End Time: June 18, 2:30 p.m.
By jadesnowrosen on May 10, 2012 in Local Stuff, Stuff To Do On The Rock | 0 Comments
We are excited to be playing a full-on Beaver Point Dance party with rock/folk groups Quoia and Shred Kelly. The dance doors open at 8pm where there will be chances to win tickets to The Tall Tree Music Festival in Port Renfrew.
Tickets are $12 and are available at: Acoustic Planet, Salt Spring Books, B-Side, Island Escapades and Stuff & Nonsense. Read the rest
By mandalasky on May 10, 2012 in Local Stuff | 0 Comments
Mandala Sky Clothing is a locally designed women’s clothing collection. All designs are made in B.C. Canada. Mandala Clothing will be setting up shop May long weekend @ Mahon Hall, 114 Rainbow Road.
Please come and enjoy unique clothing made with luxurious fabrics with great fit designed to flatter all women. Original screen print details inspired by nature. Bamboo and Modal Capri’s, Pants, Leggings, Dresses, Tops and Tunics.
Enter a draw to win a clothing gift card! First 12 people each morning get 20% off.
Date: May 19th
Start Time: 10am
End Time: May 20th 5pm
By Genevieve on May 8, 2012 in Local Stuff | 0 Comments
Hailing from Victoria, BC, nearly the farthest west (or left) one can be, Oliver Swain is Canada’s quintessential folk and traditional musician. He eats, sleeps and breathes music, and his prolific career evidences this in many ways. With his pure, finely tuned vocals that have an astonishing range, and his undeniable skill behind a banjo or upright bass, Oliver grabs the attention of all who hear him, and holds it with his enormous sound and stature. From the most vulnerable and innocent sounding banjo ditties to the brave Read the rest
By Genevieve on May 8, 2012 in Local Stuff | 0 Comments
Wearing so many hats in a day it can be hard to find time time to pamper myself. Especially when trying to plan a massage appointment with my bestie Genevieve who shares the same extreme workaholic issues. Once a year we try to force a few hours in for ourselves. We made a 10am double date to try out the new Solace Organic Spa location behind the Debfit Studios on the corner of Park Drive and Upper Ganges Rd. We had Read the rest
By Genevieve on May 4, 2012 in Local Stuff | 0 Comments
Last month we looked at 5 Tips on Listening in answer to the question: How do I get my six year old to do what he’s asked WHEN he’s asked? Part two, below, examines some building blocks for encouraging cooperation – reworking and fine-tuning the Dance of Communication.
1) Develop and nurture a relationship of connectedness with your child. Can you imagine an adult in your life telling you in an angry tone or raised voice “Get your coat on and get out that door. And I mean now!” I don’t think so! And yet, we repeatedly fall into unhealthy communication traps with our children. First and foremost focus on building and maintaining a mutually respectful connection, for herein we intrinsically desire to be cooperative. Read the rest
