Today was the day! After 18 months of training which included 7500kms of riding, 14 centuries, and 25 trips up to the Observatory, Frans Jonker@fransjonker left on his solo unsupported 4 day, 525 km ride from Victoria to Port Hardy. The Road to Port Hardy is a fund raiser for the BC Cancer Foundation. Before he'd even left the house Frans had a message from CHEK News that they would be at the launch of the ride at 7:30am Mile Zero, Victoria, … [Read more...]
Volunteering for the Victoria Fringe Festival
August 15, 2010 By Leave a Comment
It's no secret - I love theatre, especially the Victoria Fringe Festival. Every summer since 2007 I have made the last two weeks of summer my staycation, working half days, volunteering in the afternoons and fringing away like crazy into the wee hours of the morning. Why? I'm a failed thespian; star of high school drama, and student in the U of C theatre department before becoming "serious" about life. Although I did manage a role as … [Read more...]
Clean Safe Community Picnic – Harris Green (1100 Block Pandora) Saturday August 21st 2010
August 14, 2010 By Leave a Comment
A few days ago I received information about a community picnic being organized by two "ordinary" women in the 1100 block Pandora, Victoria BC, on Saturday August 21st. Please support this initiative if you believe, as I do, that we benefit from creating the community we want to see. Kudos to the women involved (who at this time are anonymous). Photo by KFoodAddict on Flickr Clean Safe Community Picnic Dear Neighbour: We hope … [Read more...]
Road to Port Hardy Silent Auction, Qualicum Beach
August 1, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Qualicum Beach realtor Marc La Couvée and Sharyn from the Crown Mansion have organized a silent auction in support of The Road to Port Hardy by Frans Jonker@fransjonker August 16th - 19th. Frans' 525 km solo unsupported ride from Victoria to Port Hardy is a fundraiser for the BC Cancer Foundation. All monies raised remain on Vancouver Island, for the care of cancer patients and their families, as well as to support research. The Crown Mansion … [Read more...]
International Free Hugs Day July 3 2010 Victoria BC
July 15, 2010 By Leave a Comment
All photos Carol Aileen, used with permission It all started on Twitter, doesn’t it always? Alex Yates @Lunacee tweeted about International Free Hugs Day, and before you could blink we had a Facebook event and people committed to attending in front of the Visitors Information Bureau on the Inner Harbour, Saturday July 3rd 2010. International Free Hugs Day was the inspiration of Juan Mann (a pseudonym) an Australian, in 2004. The hugs were … [Read more...]
Set Theory and Human Relationships – The Power of One
July 13, 2010 By Leave a Comment
This past weekend July 10 and 11th, in Victoria BC, Kris Constable hosted Idea Wave, a conference of ideas. Over 2 days, 50 people (25 a day) presented 10 minute talks on their ideas. They ranged from “It’s Nursing for the Future Trans-Humanists”by Sarah Novotny, to“Taking Charge of Your Health:Maintaining Your Personal Health Record” by Cheryl Upright and “The Cost of Convenience” by Janice Mansfield. Kris sollicited submissions by asking … [Read more...]
Summer Fun in the City 2010 – Theatre
July 7, 2010 By Leave a Comment
We are truly blessed in Victoria, BC – voted Cutural Capital of Canada in 2008. This summer theatre season includes: The Victoria Shakespeare Society performing Richard the III and Taming of the Shrew at Camosun College, Landsdowne Campus ASAP Theatre performing A Party Worth Crashing and The Next Five Years at the Canadian College of Performing Arts Hall, 1701 Elgin Ave in Oak Bay. Belfry Theatre and Billy Bishop Goes to … [Read more...]
Vic High Community Choir 5th Anniversary Concert
May 19, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The Vic High Community Choir is celebrating their 5th anniversary with a concert Wednesday June 9th, 7:30pm in the Wallace Auditorium atVic High, 1260 Grant Street, Victoria BC. Their special guest will be Colleen Eccleston, an engaging performer and phenomenal vocalist. The choir was formed in 2005 by Mark Hellman, a well know local actor, musician and puppeteer. I had the pleasure of meeting Mark when he coached my son in voice and … [Read more...]
Victoria Rhododendrons
April 27, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Victoria’s rhododendrons are magnificent at this time of the year. I’m reminded daily as I drive by the displays in front of the Wellesley on Blanshard. My other favourite spots for viewing include Playfair Park in Saanich,Abkhazi Garden and Finnerty Gardens at the University of Victoria. … [Read more...]
