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Dumpsters closed for business ood bills are about to get expensive again for Edward Butterworth and his gang of gleaners. The Fernwood Urban Gleaners Group had been making use of an unlocked Thrifty Food’s dumpster near Hillside DANIELLE Mall until this week when the POPE dumpster was replaced with a news@ locking food compactor, makmondaymag.com ing it impossible for the group and other individuals to glean. “It is with great sadness that we note the passing of possibly the last major open dumpster in Victoria,” says Butterworth, who joined the gleaners six months ago at a roommate’s suggestion. “It was our ‘golden’ dumpster, reliably supplying us with enough good food to feed 10 or more hungry mouths.” Butterworth, 66, is living on “limited means” and does his best to support his university-age daughter, as well as a close single-mom and her family. When all is said and done there’s not a lot of money left for food, but Butterworth also doesn’t consider himself in need of soup kitchens. He sees the gleaners as the perfect solution to recycling and reducing waste. “I joked that dumpster diving was the best paid job I ever had,” he says. “Organic fruit and veg, $35 spiral-sliced hams, boxes of organic yogurt, milk, bulk nuts, artisan bread. One night I opened a garbage bag to find $400 worth of gourmet imported cheese ... And we enthusiastically recycle all plastics that come over our doorstep that supermarkets and all businesses are free to dump with impunity.” The group frequented the dumpster after hours, and without consent from Thrifty’s, says Shawn Parkhouse, store manager at the Hillside location. “Everything in that dumpster is there for a reason, and it would be impossible to call any of it safe. There’s no way to know what it went through, maybe the cooling system stopped working, or what it’s mixed in with: did someone throw bleach water on top of it in the dumpster?” says Parkhouse. “I do feel sad that these people believe we have taken away their food source, but we don’t want any of our customers at risk — whether they’re accessing food through a dumpster, or through the store.” Parkhouse, who has been with the store for 20 years, emphasizes that Thrifty’s already donates all usable food that would otherwise go to waste to places like the Mustard Seed Food Bank. He also says that the store has never turned down groups in need. Instead of taking undue risks, he wishes support groups would come to him directly for help. When it comes to recycling, Parkhouse says that all compostable produce is taken by Vantreight Farms and that, just this January, Thrifty’s became part of a chain-wide, in-store recycling program that aims for near-zero recycled waste. Still, Butterworth says he believes there is a lot of room for improvement in the system. “So many people think we are taking undue risks eating discarded food. But I have spent years

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These products were in the last load that the Fernwood Urban Gleaners Group gained from a Thrifty’s dumpster.

wandering the Third World, and understand the rudiments of hygiene and food safety,” he says. “Foodsafe is about ensuring zero liability and thus errs heavily on the side of caution ... I consider myself well-informed enough to take responsibility for my own body and what I put into it.” For now, the group has located a few other dumpsters around town, but none with the mass products of the Thrifty’s bin. “In a world where a billion people go hungry, in a society where homelessness is on the increase and people are expected to live on $650 a month on welfare, I want to see laws prohibiting such waste of food,” says Butterworth. “It was taboo when I was young.”

WASTE FOR ONE AND ALL Speaking of scraps, residents may be interested to know that city council has now mapped out what will be happening with our own waste come January 2013: an option 35 per cent of respondents asked for. Of three possible options, council selected “Option B” where collection will occur every two weeks for garbage and kitchen scraps, with backyard pick-up and bins left at the curb for return. The switch will cost an estimated $183 a year per household (a $19 reduction from the current garbage-only program), with a high reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. In a survey issued by the city last December, 35 per cent of respondents supported “Option B” while 48 per cent supported “Option C” — collection every two weeks of garbage and scraps, with curbside pick-up and return for $161 per year, per household, with a high reduction in emissions. “Option A,” alternating weekly pick-up at $229 a year per household, won a 13 per cent vote. While “C” was a clear winner, the city says many residents also indicated a desire to maintain backyard pick-up. The Garbage and Kitchen Scraps program aims to reduce the amount of material going to the landfill by 30 per cent. Stay tuned. M

Selling our future short grew up on tougher streets than I walk today, and I often wonder how I might have turned out, what my personality might have become, had my family not immigrated to Canada back in ’76. I believe my core values would have remained true because, despite outside pressure to align myself with violent protectors, I always saw the downside to walking that path. That insight came from having a loving support system that, from birth, encouraged GRANT healthy confidence and self-esteem. MCKENZIE In my travels, I have met so many individuals who never had that support system and who fell through editor@ society’s cracks. Every time one of them is able to mondaymag.com pull themselves up and change their lives is a time to celebrate. These individuals don’t do it alone, but the hard-working social workers, care-aids, spiritual advisers, mentors, prison workers and more, who all locked hands to offer a boost, seldom take the time to step into the spotlight for their share of applause. Not every addict can be cured; not every criminal can be rehabilitated, but the success stories are definitely worth cheering about. Unfortunately, as a society, we’re missing a very important step: we don’t intercede soon enough. As Terry, our feature subject on Page 8, tells, he didn’t receive the help he needed until he was in a federal institution. But look at his background and you know his teachers likely labelled him a troublemaker from an early age. But what were they to do? Where were the resources? We look at teachers as both educators and the first social workers our children ever meet. When there is a problem with a bully, teachers are on the front lines. When a child has a learning difficulty, it is often a teacher who is the first to diagnose the problem. And yet, as a province, we treat them more like babysitters than the incredibly valuable resource they are. Talk to anyone who has achieved some great accomplishment in their life and ask who that first major influence was — the one who switched on that lightbulb and told them that, yes, they could succeed — after parents, and often before, the answer is a teacher. To cut costs, our province has eliminated teaching positions, eliminated gym time, eliminated supervised playground, eliminated school nurses, eliminated school counselling, eliminated milk and lunches for the poor (which, for some, was the only balanced meal they received in a day) . . . and then we wonder why no one was around to prevent a 15-yearold boy from killing himself over homophobic bullying. The greatest nations are built upon a healthy and well-educated populace — it’s time we stop selling our children short and put money back into education. Our future depends on it. M

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WHAT’S KEPT IN YOUR STORAGE LOCKER? It’s pretty wild that a cache of riot equipment went missing from VicPD this week, including a Remington shotgun, tear gas canisters, pepper balls, non-lethal bullets and bullet-proof vests — and that these items could be around for the taking. Sounds like someone has a serious plan.

WARNINGS FOR THOSE WHO DON’T GET IT Good for the province and the BC SPCA for issuing Canada’s first Sled Dog Code of Practice to protect the animals. Just sad we need to be told.

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Re: Editor's Note: Alberta thumbs its rose, Feb. 16-22. Wonderful Editor's Note. I moved to the Island Sept. 1, 2011 from Alberta. Here are some of the other reasons to live on the Island! 1. Calgarians do not stop or pull over for red lights and sirens. 2. Try paying for anything in Calgary and you have to deal with the rudest of servers. 3.If you ride a bike, you really have no rights to bike on a road. 4. Try and get on the LRT with a disabled person ... they are like a herd of cattle. Living on the Island has a been a wonderful change for me. Polite drivers, servers and a smile on mostly all faces! Such a Joy! JACQUIE SORENSENBEAULE, VICTORIA

Re: Pot should never be legal (Letters, Feb. 16-22) Mr. Wheeler is, quite simply, clueless. First: if only "clean, fresh air" should go into lungs, then all air polluters, including all fossil fuel burning cars, should be illegal. Second: a 20-year study at UCSF (published this year) found that moderate cannabis use is not harmful to lungs. Third: he insults every single medical user who can sleep, eat, move their body and/ or tolerate their pain by using cannabis. Fourth: only someone wholly unfamiliar with cannabis could claim that cannabis lessens one's feelings. Perhaps he is confusing cannabis with alcohol, which I note he is not spreading misinformation about. WHELM KING, VICTORIA

Re: The healing side of cannabis, Feb. 16-22. Just how much proof do people need before they let go of anti-pot propaganda? Like the woman in your featured article, I began using pot for menstrual pain in the early ’70s. I had endometreosis and doctors wanted to remove my ovaries. I was 15! The pain meds had uncomfortable side effects and were no more effective than a few puffs of the herb, so I chose the natural path (and kept my ovaries!). I was concerned about smoking because I have bronchitis, but soon learned that THC has bronchodilator and expectorant properties. It can even help asthmatics. Some folks can't or choose not to smoke pot and prefer to eat their meds. It's outrageous that good people are ﬁghting in court

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Legalize now Re: The healing side of cannabis, Feb. 16-22. Should pot be legalized? Of course it should. How do you justify criminalizing something simply because you disapprove of it? To commit a crime you surely have to do something to someone else. It's understood of course that pot smokers should be held responsible for harming others while under the inﬂuence. Simply decriminalizing pot might sound like a sensible compromise, but it would still leave us with a criminal distribution system. HELMUT BEIERBECK, VICTORIA

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Hackers give Tories a needed diversion hen it comes to the To r i e s ’ attempt to legislate a new Draconian e-society overseen by federal cyber cops, it’s hard to say who is more stupid — the Public Safety Minister Vic Toews who introduced the legislation, or the internet hackers who are helping the government

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make its case. Bill C-30 is the kind of invasive attack on privacy rights that would make Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad blush with envy. Its sinister intent was made more offensive when Toews told Canadians they had two choices — support the Conservatives or “stand with the child pornographers.” The bill is titled “the Protecting Children from Internet Predators Act,” as if that can mask its broad powers to establish a cyber police force with boundless powers to pry and spy. In a matter of days, more than 100,000 Canadians have signed an OpenMedia. ca petition opposing the bill, and Internet comment boards are alive with outrage over the privacy implications of C-30. When critics described Toews’ remarks as “insulting” and “disgusting,” the minister’s first impulse was to deny ever mak-

What would you like to see in B.C.’s 2012 budget?

ing such an offensive threat. That stopped tion introduced by a majority government, when the media started replaying the tape. not a white paper designed to encourage Even so, the government’s buffoonery thoughtful debate prior to the drafting of continued with Toews and his senior staff, new law. claiming C-30 contained no extension of Buoyed by the public shockwave, a cabal the state's power to conduct warrantless of hackers called “Anonymous” posted a searches. YouTube video threatenIn fact the bill, as ing to reveal personal Bill C-30 is the introduced, would information about Toews require Internet service if the legislation isn’t kind of invasive providers (ISPs) to disscrapped. After that, attack on privacy close the full identity of excerpts from Toews’ rights that clients upon demand divorce affidavits were and without a warrant. posted on Twitter. would make Further, C-30 requires Unfortunately, this Iranian President ISPs to install surveilstunt gave Toews the Mahmoud lance technology and opening he needed to software to permit mondivert attention from a Ahmadinejad itoring of phone and debate about public poliblush with envy internet traffic. Section cy and privacy privileges 34 says government to a parliamentary witch agents may enter an ISP when they wish, hunt. The minister asked the Speaker of without a warrant, and demand to see the House to investigate the origin of the absolutely everything. Tweets about his divorce. And a report in It also says government inspectors may the Ottawa Citizen connected an e-mail “enter any place owned by, or under the address associated with the Twitter account control of, any telecommunications service to a House of Commons IP address. provider in which the inspector has reasonThis allowed the Conservatives to accuse able grounds to believe there is any docu- the NDP of being behind the posts. As well, ment, information, transmission apparatus, the RCMP was asked to investigate “threattelecommunications facility or any other ening communications” against the ministhing to which this Act applies.” ter. Of course, the NDP are taking no credit The public push back has been so vocif- for this tactical faux pas. erous that the Harper government has said While this mess plays out in the comit will immediately send the bill to com- mittee rooms, I urge all Monday readers mittee where it will entertain a number to join forces with OpenMedia.ca and of changes. Nevertheless, it is critical to fight this invasion of privacy from the keep in mind that this is a piece of legisla- ground up. M

More money to old-age pension and back into the schools. DARREN ANTHONY, Victoria

The government should subsidize local food products. SAMANTHA LAROCHE, Nanaimo

More money for economic policies that support trade and business. SUSAN TUNNELLJONES, Victoria

More student funding, and lower interest on student loans. BRANDON PURVIS, Victoria

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Something is deeply wrong at VicPD HQ ast week, the Victoria Police Department announced that it had misplaced a few things — namely a Remington shotgun, tear gas canisters, pepper balls, rubber bullets and three tactical vests. Now, maybe you’re surprised that our local police force cares so little for its dangerous goods that enough riot gear to furnish any decent thief with the tools to clean out every liquor store in the city can simply disappear from police HQ. Or maybe you’re surprised at the “aw, shucks” reaction of police officials in the aftermath of said disappearance. Maybe you’re surprised, but you

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shouldn’t be. A review of recent VicPD history should have prepared us — and, more importantly, the police board, chief and other regulatory bodies — for this sort of thing. From the top down, the department has received admonition from an astonishing variety of community and official sources in recent years. In 2010, the B.C. Civil Liberties association singled out VicPD for its “continuing illegal search policy ... around major public

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BEYOND BARS REHABILITATION AND REINTEGRATION KEY TO RECOVERY FOR EX-CONS

erry looks up at me momentarily before he speaks. His eyes are wide and, for a second, his gesturing hands are motionless. Sipping his water carefully, he is at ease. We are talking about his childhood memories, of which there are few. “I basically lost my whole family before I was 19,” says Terry casually, as though this is a typical occurrence within his social circle. His father died when he was two months old, and the succession of abusive stepfathers never filled the MEGAN MILLS mentor role news@mondaymag.com that most young children require. His mother, who died of a drug overdose when he was eight, is the only person Terry speaks of when discussing his childhood. He says little about her, but alludes to the years of grief and trauma counselling he has had as a result of his rocky upbringing. Terry is cheerful as he candidly discusses these memories, and I take it as a testament to what everyone who knows him describes: an open book with nothing left to hide. Terry spent the better part of his adult life in and out of jail, struggling with drug MEGAN MILLS addiction and repeatedly turning to crime Unlike other correctional facilities, William Head empowered Terry through support, treatment and training. as a means to support his habit. Each time he was released from prison, he vowed to turn his life around. Within hours of being released, twice a week. With the use of day passes often granted been able to make the same changes he has, Terry says, Terry would be drinking heavily and using his parole to inmates, Terry also participated in long house ceremo- “They just don’t have the tools . . . and without coping identification to gain entry to bars. nies, spoke at Victoria high schools, and met with native skills they might never come around.” Despite concerns from friends and family, nothing foster children in Duncan as part of the Brotherhood’s Nearing the end of our conversation, Terry pauses changed. “Speaking From the Heart” program. These activities while thinking about the most meaningful thing he can “It was a repetitive pattern . . . you’re in jail, then back gave Terry perspective, while also allowing him to con- tell me about his experience. on the street with nothing but a slap on the ass,” says nect spiritually with other members of the native com“It’s a cycle,” he says, “and I’m just done with it.” Terry. munity. At 36, Terry is much wiser than his 30-year-old self. With neither the resources, nor the determination to Like a little village perched on the southern-most tip For decades, he believed he could do everything on his control his addiction issues, Terry’s life was a revolving of Vancouver Island, William Head is a drastic change own. Growing up without parents negatively affected door. from Terry’s previous prison stays. At others, such as his behaviour and attitude towards school, friends and Then, in 2005, after a series of minor convictions and Matsqui and Wilkinson, life consisted of staring at the society. He was alone for years, depending solely on multiple stints in provincial prisons, Terry was convicted walls, counting down the days and using a rusted Folgers himself. of tampering with a witness causing death. At the age can as a toilet. The environment did little to motivate Now, he admits that sometimes you need to get help. of 30, he was sentenced cumulatively to three years in a inmates, and gave Terry little hope of ever making a In his eyes, his last sentence at William Head was exactly federal prison. change in his life. what he never knew he needed until he got it. When he arrived at William Head Institution, Terry “I was waiting for a federal sentence,” says Terry. Terry has spent the last three years as a free man. He had only heard rumours of its expansive grounds and He hoped going to a minimum-security federal facil- lives with his girlfriend in Victoria, has two cats and tries pseudo-luxurious living arrangements. Five men share ity like William Head might make the difference he was to spend as much time with friends and family as he can. what Terry describes as a collective condo. Inmates are looking for in his rehabilitation. He has been sober since William Head, and has been able to fish, compete in chili cook-offs, and meditate on At William Head, reintegration is the main agenda. undergoing aggressive treatment for Hepatitis C, which ancient Buddhist grounds. There, Terry was able to become reacquainted with some recently was declared dormant. Dedicating time to pursuits that facilitated reintegra- of society’s routines — like grocery shopping — and he A spiritual and holistic man, Terry continues to meet tion to society is something Terry took seriously during was finally able to participate in beneficial programs with elders in the Native Brotherhood, and plans to purhis stay. He completed his entry-level trade certificate such as violence prevention, substance abuse manage- sue street outreach as a profession when he is finished in carpentry and joinery by attending classes five days a ment and harm reduction. his treatment. week, while also attending Alcoholics Anonymous and The lifestyle at William Head enabled Terry to evenFinishing his water and gracefully placing the cup Narcotics Anonymous meetings. tually make the gradual transition that so many repeat down while smiling, Terry looks at his feet, shuffles earHe reconnected to his native roots, finding solace and offenders need in order to survive the outside world. nestly and sighs. He tells me his story is not unique. He guidance within the Native Brotherhood. Through the Unlike other correctional facilities, William Head empow- tells me everybody needs help. 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Spoken word beyond the slam VICTORIA SPOKEN WORD FESTIVAL HELPS ARTISTS DEVELOP SKILLS WHILE AUDIENCE WATCHES By Mary Ellen Green arts@mondaymag.com

hirteen of Canada’s up-and-coming spoken word artists are converging this week for the second-annual Victoria Spoken Word Festival, Feb. 21 -26. A not-for-profit festival produced by Missie Peters and Carol-lynne Michaels of Not your Grandma’s Poetry, VSWF features an ensemble of 12 distinctive poets in three diverse performances and a workshop with “Poet of Honour” Chris Masson— all open to the public on a first come, first served basis. But as Peters will tell you, this festival is more for the performers than for the audience. “There are two types of festivals … and I’d have to say that this one is more focused on the artists, but we made it so the audience can see what they’re working on during the week.” And they’ll be doing a lot. “Opportunities for artists to engage with each other, to create, experiment and perform together is essential for the advancement of the artform. Until a few years ago, there really wasn’t much opportunity for spoken word to grow outside of open mics and a few poetry slams. Now there’s this festival, a program at Banff Centre for the Arts, and university courses here and there. I learned and grew a lot as an artist after the Banff program, and I’m sure that the artists in the ensemble in Victoria will experience the same thing,” says Masson. “The work that the ensemble presents at the end of the festival will be so fresh, so buzzing and bubbling with nervous creative energy that it will make for an electric show. I wouldn’t miss it.”

The focus for Peters and Not your Grandma’s Poetry is to provide a venue for spoken word artists to hone their craft — to help bridge that gap between performing at open mics and becoming a touring artist — and to do so not as individuals, but as a team, or ensemble. This year’s ensemble includes Winnipeg’s Aaron Simm (2011 Winnipeg Poetry Slam grand champion), Edmonton’s Colin Matty (member of 2011 CFSW slam poetry national champs Team Edmonton), Vancouver’s Johnny MacRae (inaugural Underground Individual Poetry Slam Champion of Canada), Toronto’s David Delisca, Saskatoon’s Simon Wourms, Guelph’s Kay’la Fraser, Toronto’s Shoolie Sales (Up From the Roots Slam Team), Vancouver’s Sonya Littlejohn (Poetry House and the Black Dot Roots and Culture Collective), Calgary’s Erin Dingle (Single Onion Poetry Group ad Ink Spot Collective), Montreal’s Anne Petitclerc, and Justin McGrail and Jacob Arts from Victoria. “Poets don’t get the chance to collaborate often because it’s so individually based. So I chose people who I thought would work best together rather than just on their individual merits,” says Peters, the festival’s artistic director. “And I’m proud we have representatives from six of the ten provinces. There’s no one from the Maritimes, but it’s expensive to get here.” The festival’s participants pay their own way here, are billeted with local poets and have their meals covered by local restaurant sponsors. The rest of the festival’s financing comes from the audience. “We don’t exist on government grants,” says Peters. An Indiegogo crowdsourcing campaign covered the $1,000 needed for administrative and production costs. Cover at the door will help pay for venues while the participants’ $100 entrance

fee helps cover the cost of instructors. Because even though it’s called the Victoria Spoken Word Festival, the instruction will focus more on other subjects altogether. Dave Morris is teaching improv, Bisia Belina is teaching vocal work, they’ll learn clowning from Ingrid Hansen and beatboxing from Mike Sheehan, and finally a character workshop with “Poet of Honour” Chris Masson. “We wanted to introduce the poets to new disciplines and skill sets so we can find out what more they can bring to spoken word,” says Peters. They’ll also write a complete show with Theatre SKAM’s Matthew Payne, which will be performed Saturday, Feb. 25 at Intrepid Theatre Club (1609 Blanshard, 8 p.m.). “The creative fires at the Victoria Spoken Word Festival threaten to singe your nostrils, burn your eyebrows, and purge your head of anything resembling hair,” says Johnny MacRae, who attended the innaugural festival and is back in the ensemble again this year. “At the beginning most of our ensemble were strangers; in the end we were holding each other, jumping up and down, and chanting, ‘YES! LOVE!’” The public can also catch the Tongues of Fire Instant Slam, Thursday, Feb. 23 at Solstice Café (529 Pandora, 7:30 p.m.), where poets will be given a phrase and 30 minutes to write a poem before performing it in the show’s second half. The first 30 minutes will be an open mic. Friday’s show is the “Awesome Shit Showcase” at the Intrepid Theatre Club (8 p.m.) where poets will perform the best of their best. Sunday’s workshop with Masson is from 1 to 4 p.m. at Intrepid Theatre. Register at notyourgrandmaspoetry@gmail. com ($25). For more information about the Victoria Spoken Word Festival visit www.victoriaspokenwordfestival.com. M

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Royal Canoe rows new EP to Victoria GRANDIOSE POP WITHOUT PRETENSION COMES TO LUCKY BAR By Dylan Toigo arts@mondaymag.com

innipeg pop-wizards Royal we’ve logged like a hundred plus hours the more unusual tricks, such as using a Canoe will play Victoria’s on…. In some ways, it’s scary to let that bath to create drum samples and running Lucky Bar this Feb. 28 in process be done and say ‘here is this thing a banjo through distortion pedals. support of its brand new that we are going to put out into the On the dynamic quasi-disco track EP Extended Play. world,’ but, at the same time, at some “Bathtubs,” a funky bass line and variety “If you want to come to a show and point we have to be done…. I think if we of click-clacking beats introduce the song not think too much and just dance, that had our way, we would just work on these before sparse guitar picking and R&B-like works,” says guitarist and vocalist Bucky songs forever.” vocals creep in. All of these elements seem Driedger over the phone from to work on their own distinct Winnipeg. “But also, I think time signatures, but instead there is a lot of interesting of impeding one another, they musical things going on if work together like rhythmic you’re someone who wants to cogs, creating audible movelisten a little more intently.” ment. From there, the song This binary pretty well flourishes into a mix of harsums up the sound on Royal monies, vocal effects, chimCanoe’s new EP. A four-song ing bells and a chant-along romp through looping samchorus about (you guessed it) ples, strange time signatures bathtubs. and infectious pop hooks, “There is a lot of different Extended Play jumps and things going on in the songs twirls on a fine line between on this EP,” Driedger says, experimental and catchy. “but we tried to give it a sense In the genre-bending spirit of space so that there was of the era, the band ignores some consistency to the vibe. any notion of boundaries as That said, all the records that it blends influences ranging we all really love … they have Royal Canoe is playing Lucky Bar Tuesday, Feb. 28 with guests. from hip-hop to dream-pop. a lot going on and I think that The songs on the EP, which is what’s exciting to us.” the band chose from fourteen tracks recordThe result of these long hours spent in At the very least, Extended Play is a ed for an upcoming album, were labours of the band’s notoriously “shitty rehearsal sultry sample of Royal Canoe’s pleaslove that bordered on obsession. space” is a textually rich sonic experi- antly bombastic sound. Grandiose pop “‘Hold The Metal’ has been around for ence. without pretension, this EP explores two and a half years and has gone through Driedger laughs at the idea of trying intricate new soundscapes with an many incarnations,” Driedger says of the to name all the instruments used on the inventive artillery. It is also fun to EP’s leadoff tune. “Some of these songs, album. He does, however, recall some of dance to. M

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ARTS & CULTURE CALENDAR STAGE SUN. FEB. 26 SUNDAY NIGHT IMPROV - Hosted by Dave Morris. 7:30pm at the Victoria Event Centre (1415 Broad). $10. 1415broad.ca.

TUES. FEB. 28 THE CRACKWALKER - By Judith Thompson. The four characters are lowlife misfits as far as respectable community is concerned, but their interaction demonstrates a symbiotic relationship that is every bit as rich and complicated as those in more “elevated” circles. $7 preview 8pm. To Mar. 17 at Fernwood Little Hall (1923 Fernwood). $10/$14. 250-5906291, ticketrocket.org.

WED. FEB. 29 GUYS AND DOLLS - Presented by St. Michaels University Senior School. 7:30pm at the McPherson (3 Centennial Square). To Mar. 3. $24.75. rmts.bc.ca.

ONGOING CARMEN - Presented by Pacific Opera Victoria. By Georges Bizet. Bad, beguiling, and dangerous to know, Carmen will never let herself be chained down by a one man. To TUESDAY. 8pm at the Royal Theatre (805 Broughton). $37 - $132. 250-3850222, pov.bc.ca. EURYDICE - This vibrant reimagining of the Orpheus myth is presented through the eyes of its quirky heroine, who encounters talking stones and a playfully sinister under lord while struggling to reconnect with her long lost father. 8pm and 2pm SATURDAY at the Phoenix Theatre (UVic). $13-$24. 250721-8000, finearts.uvic.ca/theatre. ON THE EDGE - By Michele Riml. Three women from three very different walks of life. One actress in a tour de force performance. With great humour, and greater empathy, the author of Sexy Laundry gives voice to three ordinary souls, challenged by the world around them. 8pm to SUNDAY at the Belfry (1291 Gladstone). $12.88-$25.86. 250-385-6815.

SIN CITY IMPROV: CARNIES This completely improvised play unfolds in 24 weekly episodes. Every week the cast of characters move the story forward in hilarious and unexpected ways, as they respond to live direction. Funny, sad, poignant, exciting, thrilling - this format takes improv to a whole new level. 8pm. TUESDAYS to Apr. 17 at the Victoria Event Centre (1415 Broad Street). $12/$15. 250-480-3709.

AUDITIONS HARBINGER FILMS - Holding auditions for feature film "Dirty Joe's". Send headshot, resume and reel to Jim Leard, The Story Theatre Company, 1291 Gladstone Ave, Victoria BC V8T 1G5 JKL50@hotmail.com. Deadline Mar. 3. VICTORIA'S SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA - New Victoria theatre company is starting a professional summer Shakespeare festival. Performers, designers, technicians send resume and picture to Robert Light MFA. Apt.1002 - 1147 Quadra Street Victoria, BC, V8W 2K5 or RobertJJLight@hotmail.com. CASTING CALL FOR DOC/REALITY SERIES IN DEVELOPMENT - Do you feel like an outcast in your own neighbourhood? Are your neighbours giving you grief about your house, your yard or something you do? Need some help to bring a little peace to your life and your neighborhood? 250217-9006, castingcallvic@gmail.com.

WORDS THURS. FEB. 23 VICTORIA SPOKEN WORD FEST - Tongues of Fire presents The Instant Slam. 7:30pm at Solstice Café (529 Pandora). $5. victoriaspokenwordfestival.com.

FRI. FEB. 24 PLANET EARTH POETRY Performance poet Sheri-D Wilson and sensation Billeh Nickerson. Thanks to The League of Canadian Poets and The Canada Council for the Arts for their support. 7:30pm at The Moka house (1633 Hillside). $3. planetearthpoetry@gmail.com.

A WICKED AWAKENING - Visiting artist "Calinda B" will read from her new novel about paranormal romance. Hosted by Overleaf Books. 3:30pm at Caffe Misto (2865 Foul Bay). Entry by drink or snack purchase. VICTORIA SPOKEN WORD FEST - Awsome Shit Showcase at Intrepid Theatre (2-1609 Blanshard).$10.

SAT. FEB. 25 VICTORIA SPOKEN WORD FEST - On the Edge, with Poet of Honour Chris Masson. 8pm Intrepid Theatre (2-1609 Blanshard). $10. victoriaspokenwordfestival.com.

SUN. FEB. 26 VICTORIA SPOKEN WORD FEST - Public Workshop, with Chris Masson. 1pm at Intrepid Theatre (2-1609 Blanshard). $25. victoriaspokenwordfestival.com.

TUES. FEB. 28 CLARET AND AMBER - Debut public staged reading by Susan Shillingworth. Drawn from the journals of Emily Carr and Lucy Maude Montgomery. 4pm at the Victoria College of Art (1625 Bank). Free. 250-598-5422.

WED. FEB. 29 TECHNO ART - 7pm at the Well (821 Fort). 250-590-4995, thewellvictoria. com.

ONGOING VICTORIA ANARCHIST READING CIRCLE - Discuss the latest in anarchist reading. TUESDAYS 7pm at Camas Books (2590 Quadra). Free. 250-381-0585. TRIVIA NIGHT - With Mosquoy. Free. TUESDAYS 8pm at Felicita's (UVic). 250-721-8626. OPEN MIC - Poetry night. WEDNESDAYS 7-9pm at The Well (821 Fort). Free.

SUBMISSIONS THE VICTORIA WRITERS’ SOCIETY 11TH ANNUAL WRITING COMPETITION - 1st prize, $100. $15/$20 entry fee. Categories are Fiction, Creative Non-fiction and Poetry. Deadline May 1. victoriawriters.ca.

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MUSIC CALENDAR GIGS THURS. FEB. 23 MICHAEL BERNARD FITZGERALD - With Lola Parks. Acoustic folk soul. 8pm at Lucky Bar. $14. OPEN RELATIONSHIP - With Slam Dunk and Hundy Thou. Pop punk. 9pm at Upstairs. $8. TRIBUTE TO SUBLIME ISLAND STYLE - Featuring Brave New Waves, Hillside Hooligans, Steo Back Dave and Tuff Jelly. Punk reggae ska. 9pm at 9one9. $16.50. THE TWILIGHT ZONE - DJs Hocus Pocus and Frisby. 9:30pm at Logan’s. $12. STRINGS ON KINGS PRESENTS - Genevieve Rainey and Kyra Shaughnessy. Acoustic folk. 7:30pm at Caffe Fantastico. Appreciation By Donation.

FRI. FEB. 24 AEGIS FANG - With Jessie and The Dandelions. Gritty rock. 10pm at Logan’s. $7. AN EVENING FROM UNDERNEATH THE SNOWBOARDS - Featuring Georgia Murray, Ashleigh Eymann, Kytami and DJs D Whiz and Degree 1. Snowboard giveaway and $1000 in cash. 9pm at Felicitas. $7/$10. BENJAMIN WOODS BAND - With Charlotte Jayne and The Faceplants. Grunge folk. 8pm at Solstice Café. $10. CELEBRITY TRAFFIC - Electro rock. 10pm at Lucky. $12. THE FUNK HUNTERS - With Generic and Gumbootz. Hip hop and house. 10pm at Hush. $12. GOVINDA - With guests. Electronica. 9pm at Sunset Room. $20. LOCALS AT THE CAMBIE - Jessica Benini, Mark Ednie, Double Platium and The Ghostbirds. 9pm at the Cambie. $8. PEET VUUR AND FRIENDS Djimbe, guitar, stand-up bass, originals tunes. 8pm at James Bay Coffee and Books. By donation. THE NICK LA RIVIERE SEPTET 8pm at Hermann’s. $16.

SAT. FEB. 25 DEEP PURPLE AFTER PARTY WITH KRONIC -Hard rock. 9:30pm at Soprano’s. $6. DAMIAN GRAHAM AND THE HIFI HIPSTERS - 4pm at Hermann’s. $10. DAVENPORT - With Stager Wild and Ghost Quartet. Rock. 8pm at Felicita’s. $3. FLORA WARE - Hip jazz and original soul pop. 8pm at Hermann's. $15/$17. FUNK VIGILANTE - With Eye of Odin, Body Politic, Two Years and Counting, Season to Attack. Funk metal. 6pm at Headliners. All Ages. $15. NIGHT OF THE CLOWN FISH SWIMMER - With Varmint, Automatic Planet and more. Rock. 10pm at Logan’s. $7. FOLK WEST FUNDRAISER - Mae Moore, Lola Parks, Crikey, Paul O'Brien and more. 7pm at Upstairs. $10/$12. ROBB G - With The After School Special and Matterson. Dance floor destroyers. 10pm at Hush. $12. SPACEPORT UNION - With The Crow Flies. Prog rock. 9pm at the Cambie. $5.

NYPD - A lethal dance party with Kenzie Clarke. THURSDAYS 10pm at Lucky. $TBA. OPEN JAM - FRIDAYS 8pm at the Langford Legion (761 Station). $TBA. SATURDAY AFTERNOON JAM Hosted by Ian & Carolynn McDowell. SATURDAYS 2pm at V-Lounge. Free. BLUEGRASS BRUNCH - Hosted by the Stowaways. SATURDAYS 2pm at Logan’s. Free. BLUES JAM - Hosted by Summer and the Sinners. SATURDAYS 3pm at My Bar and Grill. Free. SOLID! - Dance your ass off with DJ Longshanks. SATURDAYS 10pm at Lucky. $TBA. SUNDAY BLUES JAM - Hosted by the Deb Rhymer Band. SUNDAYS 2pm at the Strath’s Clubhouse. Free. HOOTENANNY - Join Carolyn Mark for some first-rate hootenannin'. SUNDAYS 4:30pm-midnight at Logan's. Free. JACK’S OPEN MIC SUNDAYS Welcoming atmosphere. SUNDAYS 7pm at Serious Coffee (230 Cook). Free. BLUEGRASS SUNDAY - Hosted by The Stowaways Duo. SUNDAYS 8pm at Ocean Island Café. Free. OPEN MIC - Hosted by Steve Barries. MONDAYS 9pm at Logan’s. Free. JAMAROKE - Karaoke with a live band (Party on High Street). MONDAY 9pm at Felicita's (UVic). Free. JAM SESSION - Play till you can’t play no more! All ages. MONDAYS 9pm at Ocean Island Café Lounge. Free. KARAOKE - With your hosts Stacey and Thor. 10pm at Paparazzi. Free. 90210 MONDAYS - DJs Jay Somethin' and Levi Somethin' Else spin all your favourite pre-millenium classics. MONDAYS 10pm at Lucky. $TBA. INDUSTRY UNDERGROUND Electro-step and funky house. With Soulfix and Chino. MONDAYS 10pm at Hush. $TBA. OPEN MIC - Hosted by Katherine & David. TUESDAYS 6pm at The Well. By Donation. B FLAT ACOUSTIC JAM - The music sounds better with you. TUESDAYS 7:30pm at Slider's (3115 Cedar Hill). Free.

OPEN MIC - Bring your friends, grab a drink and listen to music. TUESDAYS 8-11:30pm at Whitebird Lounge. Free. KARAOKE - Hosted by Tina Turnover. TUESDAYS 8pm at The Castle. Free. MY BAR KARAOKE STAR - $500 prize for first place. With Miss Liz Barrett. TUESDAYS 8pm at My Bar & Grill. Free. BATTLE OF THE BANDS WEDNESDAYS 9pm at Felicita's (UVic). $3. OPEN STAGE - Acoustic or electric, solo or with your band. Amps, drums, piano provided. Dylan Stone hosts. WEDNESDAYS 8:30pm at the Fort Café. Free. ZIPP GUNN & GHOSTBELLY Spinning ska, rocksteady, early reggae, soul & funk. WEDNESDAYS 9pm at Logan's. Free. OPEN MIC NIGHT - Musical madness! Sign up with our host Jack. WEDNESDAYS 9pm at Ocean Island Café. Free. BONESHAKER - Goth and industrial DJ night. 9pm at Paparazzi. $3.

CONCERTS THURS. FEB. 23 DOWN WITH WEBSTER – Not easily classifiable, DWW employs elements of rock, hip-hop, funk music and just about everything in between in their recordings and high-energy live shows. 7:30pm at the McPherson (3 Centennial Square). $45. rmts.bc.ca. REVEILLE: AWAKENING THE TRUMPET'S POTENTIAL - Featuring Timothy Quinlan, Aaron Hodgson & Louis Ranger, trumpet. 12pm at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall (UVic). finearts. uvic.ca. FACULTY RECITAL: THE SUITE Featuring Ajtony Csaba, Joanna Hood, and more. Performing dances, from tango and sarabande, to sirtaki and dub. 8pm at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall. $13.50/$17.50. finearts.uvic.ca.

FRI. FEB. 24 GIBSON MUSICALES - Classical and jazz. 4pm at the Gibson Auditorium (3100 Foul Bay). $TBA. camosun.ca.

SAT. FEB. 25 JAY AND THE AMERICANS Among the greatest vocal groups in rock and roll history. 8pm at the McPherson (3 Centennial Square). $52. rmts.bc.ca. VOX HUMANA PRESENTS: AWAKEN SPRING - A youth collaboration with the UVic Chamber Singers, Victoria Conservatory of Music Chorale, Brentwood College Concert Choir and Pacific Christian School choirs. 7:30pm at Alix Goolden Performance Hall (907 Pandora). $10/$15. Tickets at Long and McQuade and voxhumanachoir.ca. PARTY 4 PURPOSE HOUSE CONCERT SERIES - See amazing performances from folk to country, while in the comfort of our living room. Entrance by donation and 20 per cent of proceeds go to Pandora Arts Collective. 7pm at 888 Rockheights. loristamm207@hotmail.com.

SUN. FEB. 26 GARY KARR AND HARMON LEWIS AND FRIENDS - Bass, organ and piano. 2:30pm at Alix Goolden (907 Pandora). $20/$25. THE ARION MALE VOICE CHOIR - 66th Annual Prairie Night. Refreshments served after the event. 7pm at Centennial United Church (612 David). 250-384-6424. TRIBUTE TO SUBLIME ISLAND STYLE RETURNS - Brave New Waves, Hillside Hooligans, Tuff Jelly. Punk reggae ska. 9:30pm at the Victoria Event Centre. All ages. $14.50. 1415broad.ca.

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TUES. FEB. 28 COMPOSER MASTERCLASS WITH CHAYA CZERNOWIN Czernowin will coach School of Music composition students on their works in progress. 3pm in MacLaurin Rm. B120 (UVic). Free.

WED. FEB. 29 BANDFEST 2012 - A non-competitive festival featuring thirty concert bands from the Pacific Northwest. To Mar. 2 at the University Centre Farquhar Auditorium. Free.

ONGOING VICTORIA FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY - Open stage SUNDAYS 7:30pm at Norway House (1110 Hillside). $5. victoriafolkmusic.ca.

SUN. FEB. 26 SASKIA AND DARREL - Folk. After open stage, 7:30pm at Norway House (1110 Hillside). $5.

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WED. FEB. 29 D.U.I. AND THE ROYAL-TEASE – Dubstep. 10pm at Hush. $TBA.

ONGOING ACOUSTIC JAM - With Dylan Stone. 6pm SATURDAYS at The Cambie. Free. OPEN MIC - Open to all musicians. THURSDAYS 6pm at Paradiso Di Stelle. Free. THURSDAY BLEND JAM - Any and all string players welcome. Hosted by Rick Van Krugel. THURSDAYS 7pm at the Well. Free. OPEN MIC - Scott Longworth hosts an open forum for original tunes. All ages. THURSDAYS 8pm at the Fernwood Inn. Free. KARAOKE - Hosted by Brandon. THURSDAYS, FRIDAYS & SUNDAYS 8pm at Upper Deck. Free. theory Dubstep. THURSDAYS 10pm at Hush. KARAOKE - With Stacey and Fran. THURSDAYS 9pm at Felicita's. Free.

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JAPANESE ANIMATION IS SURPRISINGLY MAINSTREAM he entertainment is formulaic in This Means War, lthough Japanese animation tends to be a bromantic comedy wherein two CIA agents go amazing and bizarre in equal measure, The from being perfect partners to cranky competitors af- Secret World of Arrietty is surprisingly mainstream ter they fall in love with the same woman. FDR (Chris – doubtless because it’s based on a British story, Pine, Star Trek) is a shallow “player” while Tuck (Tom features American voices, and has Japanese direcHardy, Inception), divorced and a single dad, is rather tion. The resulting movie avoids the problems that earnestly looking for real love. After they meet Lauren committees often present, delivering a coherent (Reese Witherspoon) the race is on to win her heart. and charming entertainment that, while primarily And for these top-tier agents that means deploying the aimed at younger children, has much to offer anylatest surveillance spyware one who appreciates not only to find out the surgreat artwork and est way to seduce the blonde good storytelling. PERFECTLY POTABLE hottie, but also to keep an eye Arrietty is a “borSean Hoyne, one of Victoria’s most on how the competition is dorower,” a being four skilled brewmasters, has stepped away ing. inches high who hides from Canoe Brewpub to start his own Although the storyline unseen in the houses microbrewery. I haven’t worked my wheezes predictably along, of normal humans and way through all four of his brand new some of the touches are clevfilches tiny amounts beers yet, but can salute his malty and er and often quite funny. The of food and supplies flavourful Hoyne Pilsner, which has way three leads are likable and in order to lead a more Czech character than the bland good enough actors to invest comfortable parallel pilsners brewed in North America. (And their cardboard characters existence. Fourteenrumour has it that his Devil’s Dream IPA with touches of humanity. year-old Arrietty lives is scandalously good.) Bottoms up! And because a violent subplot with her mother and from the opening scene gradfather, and has just ually develops into a life-orbeen initiated into the death threat, the movie splits the difference between art of borrowing by her father, who shows her a chick flick and a guy-friendly action outing. This is how to use various pieces of climbing gear as precisely the sort of slick and shallow movie that audi- they sneak through the walls of the house they ences like and critics tend to despise. M have lived in for years. The house is owned by a kindly older woman who is looking after a young THIS MEANS WAR ++½ nephew named Sean, who has a heart condition Directed by McG and is awaiting surgery. Sean spots Arrietty out Starring Chris Pine, Tom Hardy, Reese Witherspoon in the garden when he first arrives, and the two PG-13 - 120 minutes gradually develop a friendship, even though her Continues at the Capitol, Westshore, & SilverCity hyper-cautious parents forbid it. Adding a dollop of menace and comic relief is a nasty housekeeper (Carol Burnett) who suspects that the house contains “little people” and hires exterminators on the sly. Secret is marvelously drawn, from the flowerstrewn garden to the realistic and highly decorated interiors. And without making a big deal of it, Arrietty is a brave and resourceful protagonist. (The sexual politics are much less progressive Distinguished Women Scholars Lecture when it comes to her mother, voiced by Amy Poehler, who is a shrieking nervous Nelly.) The The Distinguished Women Scholars Lecture series was established by the Vice-President Academic and Provost, University of Victoria. soundtrack is appealing, and the characters live in a strange hybrid world where people don’t exactly look Japanese and use both forks and chopsticks. Funny, touching and uninterested in delivering Margaret Byrne Professor a sentimental ending, Secret is quite delightful. M Department of History

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EVENTS CALENDAR EVENTS THURS. FEB. 23 TRINKETS AND TREASURES: THINGS YOUR ANCESTORS LEFT BEHIND - With genealogist, Dave Obee. Part of Heritage Week. 7pm at Oak Bay Libarary (1442 Monterey). Register at gvpl.ca.

FRI. FEB. 24 3RD ANNUAL GALIANO LITERARY FESTIVAL - Minutes from the ferry dock. To SUNDAY at Galiano Island Oceanfront Inn and Spa. $20-$150. 250-539-3340, galianoislandbooks. com. IDEAWAVE 2012 - Critical thinkers, from inventors to philanthropists, will come together to share their thoughts. To SUNDAY at the Ambrosia Event Centre (638 Fisgard). ideawave.ca.

SAT. FEB. 25 AFRICA CELEBRATES - Dinner, guest performance, music and dance. 5pm at Garth Homer Centre (813 Darwin). $15-$25. 250-686-3976, info@ ahavi.org. FLIGHT AND LIGHT BITES - Led by whisky expert Iain Hooey, guests will experience the 2012 winners of the Canadian Whisky Awards and discover the merits of quality rye whisky. 4pm at Hotel Grand Pacific (463 Belleville). $20 plus tax. 250380-4478. FREE ARTIST VISITS WITH THE ISLAND ILLUSTRATORS SOCIETY - With Kristi Bridgeman and Olga Lang. Demonstrations in sepia ink and watercolor techniques and Pysanka egg decorating. 10:30am at Central Library (735 Broughton). gvpl.ca. THE ISLAND BEER FESTIVAL Hosted by DJ Pat Shade. All your favourite local breweries. Live acoustic duo Mike Hann & Tyler Harvey. 1pm at 9one9. $20. 250-3837137, strath.info@strathconahotel. com.

SUN. FEB. 26 CETUS RESEARCH AND CONSERVATION FUNDRAISING DINNER - Support marine mammal conservation. 6pm at the Olive Grove (West Saanich). $30. Tickets at the Olive Grove or 7-920 Johnson. 250590-7723. THE VICTORIA CANADA CHINA FRIENDSHIP ASSOCIATION DINNER MEETING - Prof. Hua Lin will speak about the 100th Anniversary of the Chinese Revolution led by Dr. Sun Yat Sen. 6pm SUNDAY at the Golden City Restaurant (721 Fisgard). Reserve by THURSDAY at 250-477-6915. $22/$25. VICTORIA COMIC BOOK EXPO Thousands of examples from all eras. 11am at the Ukrainian Cultural Centre (3277 Douglas). Free. 250-361-6227, victoriacomicbookexpo.ca.

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ANTI-SMART METER RALLY Organized by The Coalition to Stop Smart Meters. 11am at the Hydro Building, Royal Oak Plaza, (4400 West Saanich Rd). stopsmartmetersbc.ca, citizensforsafetechnology.org. TREE BREWERY DINNER AT SPINNAKERS - A beer tasting experience like no other. Live music by Mike Edel. 6:30pm at Spinnakers (308 Catherine). $45. 2503862739, claire@spinnakers.com.

ONGOING HERITAGE WEEK - Hallmark Heritage Society and the Victoria Historical Society are cosponsoring. To SUNDAY. IMAX FILM FESTIVAL - It's a celebration of the giant IMAX 70mm film format that takes you places no ordinary film can. $42 pass. To Mar. 8 at 675 Belleville. sprimrose@ imaxvictoria.com, 250-480-4887. THE VERSATILE GROUP - All artists of any genre are invited to share their ideas, work and successes. FRIDAYS 2-4pm at The Moka House, Shoal Point (16 Dallas). Free. 778-433-0537. VICTORIA FLEA MARKET - Offering a huge assortment of interesting things. SUNDAYS 9am-2pm at the DaVinci Centre. $2/free after 1pm. 250-381-5033. WEEKLY WINTER MARKET Featuring vendors with handcrafted accessories and hair accent pieces, one of a kind festival style apparel, vintage clothing, storytelling, live entertainment, a kids zone and more. SUNDAYS noon-5pm at The Well (821 Fort). Free. BOARD GAMES NIGHT - Scrabble and more. SUNDAYS 5:30pm at the Superior (106 Superior). Free. 250380-9515. SCRABBLE NIGHT - Bring a board game and a friend, or play on the in-house boards and find an opponent there. TUESDAYS 6:30-9pm at James Bay Coffee & Books. Free. 250-386-4700.

DANCE SAT. FEB. 25 SWING DANCE ASSOCIATION OF VICTORIA - Devon McCagherty Quintet No experience or partner required. 8:30pm at Saint John's Hall (925 Balmoral). $10-$13.

CONTRA DANCE – Lesson followed by dance. The caller is Eric Curl, and the band is Odd Hack. Beginners welcome, no partner required. Please wear soft-soled shoes and comfortable clothing. 7pm at St. Matthias Church (600 Richmond). $8. 250-384-7823, victoriacontradance. com. SOCIAL BALLROOM DANCE - Workshop followed by dance. 7:30pm at Saanich Silver Threads (286 Hampton). Bring your own non-breakable glass to enjoy refreshments. $5-$12. 250-477-4811, classicballroom@shaw.ca.

MON. FEB. 27 SWING CITY - Dance lesson. Nightclub two-step with John. Dance to follow. 8pm at Edelweiss Hall (108 Niagra). $8/$10. 250-744-3666.

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Ex-partners and people from the past reappear

ll Signs: The GEMINI MAY 21-JUNE 20 first Mercury With the Sun still high in retrograde your chart acting like a spotlight of the year is on you, of course bosses, parfrom March ents and other VIPs notice you. 11 to April 4. This is a However, you’ll also find yourpoor time to buy any kind self running into old friends and of ground transportation. contacts from clubs, groups and (Actually, Mercury is sloworganizations that you used to ing down by March 6, not belong to (or perhaps still do). to regain lost ground until GEORGIA Because you’re so high viz right April 23. These outer dates NICOLS now, this could be one of the should be used as a guide reasons old contacts can spot for important things like you! Enjoy these exchanges. It’s opening a business.) During Mercury retgood to have history with others. Plus you rograde, expect confused communications, love to catch up on gossip. Tension at home lost or misplaced items, transportation still lingers for your sign, but by now you’re breakdowns and delays. Ex-partners and learning how to practice patience. (Gemini people from the past reappear. It’s filled is always a quick study.) Hey, can you play with goofy mistakes. However, Mercury a few bars of Melancholy Baby? retrograde is a good time to wrap up old projects or finish up what is already on CANCER JUNE 21-JULY 22 your plate. That reminds me of my Dad, Whoa Nellie! The month of March will who loved mathematics, once saying to me be a bit off kilter because Mercury retroat the dinner table, “Finish those six peas.” grade is at the top of your chart. Quite like(Like whaat?) ly, you’ll run into bosses, parents, teachers and VIPs you haven’t seen for a while. This ARIES MARCH 21-APRIL 19 could be good or not so good depending Since Mercury is going to go retrograde on the circumstances. This also means if in your sign on March 11, act quickly if you wanted to make a pitch to someone in there are any important projects you want a position of authority, or you wanted to to begin. On the other hand, (you have get permission or approval or make a great different rings) you might look forward to impression, March is a good time to do this the month of March as being a time where if you have contacted these people before. you will easily finish things and wrap up In other words, it’s your second kick at the projects that are already on the go. This can. You might be surprised at your good should be heartening news for you! You fortune! (Hey, you can’t win if you don’t start so many things, you have lots of stuff buy a ticket.) that could be finished, if you care to do so. If this is the case – March is the month for LEO JULY 23-AUG 22 you! You can finish construction projects Travel anywhere in March will be tricky or anything to do with hobbies or sewing. because Mercury retrograde will dog your Perhaps this is one of the reasons you are steps causing delays and minor headaches. going to boost your income in the next According to astrology, the best way to several months? (You find it easy to work address this is to go someplace you’ve hard now.) been to before. In other words, in a way you are going “backwards” by retracing TAURUS APRIL 20-MAY 20 your steps. During any Mercury retrograde Although Mercury retrograde is exastime, going backwards is easy! This is also perating due to miscommunications, a great month to finish up a book, whether delays and transportation breakdowns, you’re writing, editing or proofing it. It’s every Mercury retrograde can also be used an excellent time to finish anything related to your benefit in some way. For Taurus, to higher education: your thesis, a big term this particular Mercury retrograde will paper, a study project. Reaching back into help you research anything up the yin the past and finishing what is already on yang, for sure! If there is something you your plate will apply also to dealing with want to know more about, or there are foreign countries and anything to do with answers you are seeking or solutions you the media. Good luck! are striving for, you will likely be successful in March. You might also find yourself VIRGO AUG 23-SEPT 22 repeating something (like a tape loop) that More than any other sign, you will you do in private or behind the scenes. This find this Mercury retrograde is beneficial. continues to be a popular time for you. (Of course, you won’t get off the hook Enjoy schmoozing with others, especially entirely.) Essentially, the month of March in clubs and groups.

is the perfect time for you to wrap up loose details about bills, debt, taxes, inheritances, wills, estates and shared property. You’ll be shocked at how easy it will be and how quickly things will be finished. I kid you not. This is how to work with Mercury retrograde. Admittedly, because Mercury retrograde causes delays and misplaced paperwork, some of this will occur. But it won’t be a big deal. Continue to get as much rest as you can in the next month because you need it!

LIBRA SEPT 23-OCT 22 Because you’re trying to be efficient plus you’re working hard, the fallout of Mercury retrograde in March will not be a welcome thing because it will cause goofy mistakes and mixed-up communications. For sure, it will attract ex-partners and close friends from your past. (If running into an ex-partner is a bummer, get emotionally prepared for this. It’s going to happen.) Fortunately, fair Venus, directly opposite your sign, sweetens your relations with others in the next few weeks. You can slide pretty far on this. Secret love affairs plus gifts and favours from others also stir the pot nicely. (Hmmm, secret love affairs and ex-partners are an interesting possibility.)

or get a better job also continue to be excellent! Just look good at all times in case you meet the ex-lover. (Living well is the best revenge.)

CAPRICORN DEC 22-JAN 19 A busy time! Travel opportunities continue as well as wonderful opportunities in publishing, the media, medicine, the law and dealing with foreign countries. Chances to slip away on vacation or generate excitement through new love affairs and romantic involvements look good as well. Plus your kids are getting straight A’s along with their straight teeth. But you know there’s a “but” lurking, don’t you? You’re right. Mercury retrograde might bring relatives camped on your doorstep, sleeping on your sofa and eating out of your fridge. The good news is you might have a chance to re-open past real-estate deals that went sour. (This time they might work.)

AQUARIUS JAN 20-FEB 18 This particular Mercury retrograde will challenge you because it affects all the things it’s notorious for! Expect delays due to flat tires, dead batteries, missed buses,

etc.) Your communications with others will also suffer. Lost paperwork, missed phone messages, goofy communications and blown appointments (you’re waiting at one place and your friend is waiting in another) will be rampant in March. Just allow extra time for everything and stay on good terms with your sense of humour. Remember, you have much to look forward to in your home-and-family scene this year.

PISCES FEB 19-MARCH 20 This continues to be a fabulous time for you where you can recharge your batteries for the rest of year because the powerful Sun is in your sign. However, Mercury retrograde might stir up financial problems for you. (Gulp.) On the upside, it could generate something positive where you used to work before or regarding something that you used to do to earn money. As retrograde Mercury continues, it will likely bring you into a strong contact with ex-partners in March. (This ain’t gonna go away.) Get used to it. If you are looking for work, apply where you worked before or even applied before. Retrace your footsteps. (But wear new shoes.)

SCORPIO OCT 3-NOV 21 You’re in a playful, romantic mood now, no question. Sports, fun times with children, and getaway vacations will all appeal to you. Actually, no wonder you want to escape on a vacation; Mercury retrograde will affect your employment scene for the next month. This means that communications, paperwork and details (including transportation) related to your job will be full of silly mistakes and delays. Deliveries will be made. (Let’s hope this doesn’t apply to paycheques.) On the upside, you might run into people you used to work with. There is definitely a quality of déjà vu to your job. “Didn’t this happen once before?” Am I starring in Bad Movie II?

SAGITTARIUS NOV 22-DEC 21 Home, family and domestic matters continue to be your top priority. Nevertheless, your life could be interrupted because suddenly an old flame is back on the scene. (“Elvis!”) Or perhaps you’re rehashing old issues with ex-partners about the kids. (That’s always fun.) In a different vein (other arm), the month ahead is a wonderful time for you to finish creative projects. Your ambition continues to be strong, and your chances to improve your job

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LIVING MUSIC: LEARNING LIFE SKILLS THROUGH MUSIC - How can we be more musical in our thoughts, words and actions? WEDNESDAYS to Feb. 29. 7pm at the Church of Truth, Community of Conscious Living (111 Superior). Free or by donation. cotvictoria.ca, 250380-6383. A COURSE IN MIRACLES - Unite the light in you. In-depth study group. MONDAYS 7pm at James Bay New Horizons (234 Menzies). $2. 250-2209797. WAY OF MASTERY - Taking you from sleep to wakefulness, from illusion to reality. Reminding you of who you are. WEDNESDAYS 7pm at 415-200 Dallas. By donation. 250920-0948. ZEN MEDITATION - Learn Zen mediation. TUESDAYS 7pm in the Interfaith Chapel (UVic). Free. 250721-8338. DROP-IN MEDITATION - Includes guided meditation, practical instruction and discussion. MONDAYS 7pm and WEDNESDAYS 10am at Bodhichitta Buddhist Centre (2020A Douglas). WEDNESDAYS 7pm at Fairfield United Church (1303 Fairfield). THURSDAYS 7pm James Bay United Church (511 Michigan). 250-592-7164, meditateinvictoria.org.

COMMUNITY CRD ARTS DEVELOPMENT: INCREASE TO IDEA GRANT AWARDS - Supporting innovative ideas, one-time opportunities and providing access for organizations that are ineligible under other Arts Development programs. Deadline March 1, 4:30pm. crd.bc.ca/arts. INCOME TAX FOR ARTISTS WORKSHOP - Presented by the Community Arts Council of Greater Victoria. Hosted by Tanya Sterling. SUNDAY 1pm at The Arts Centre at Cedar Hill. $20/$25. coordinator@ cacgv.ca. TOASTMASTERS CLUB OPEN HOUSE - Dynamic speakers. 6:45pm WEDNESDAY at Vancouver Island Technology Park Conference Centre Building 200-Main Entrance (4464 Markham). 250-384-7965, info@ vietoastmasters.com. NAVIGATING THE MUSIC INDUSTRY - Workshop for youth 13 to 18 with James Kasper. 12pm at Larsen School of Music (1808 Cook). $40. 250-389-1988. MALE SINGERS WANTED -The Greater Victoria Police Chorus, a four part harmony male voice choir, is now welcoming new members, (Police and non police), WEDNESDAYS 7:30pm. Great crowd, great sound, guaranteed fun. 250-383-7408. WINTER PRUNING AND GRAFTING WORKSHOP - BC Fruit Testers Association. SATURDAY 10am at the orchard at Hatley Park, Royal Roads University (2005 Sooke). Free. 250-380-6422, ejrayner@shaw.ca.

SPACE NEEDED - After 50 years, Lansdowne Co-op Preschool needs a new home with at least 1000 square feet indoors, and an outdoor area. Tax receipts issued for donations of $10 or more. lansdownepreschool. com/preschool. CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS - Victoria Film Festival Short Circuit. CineVic invites submissions of short films under 20 minutes. All submissions must have been completed since Jan. 1, 2010. Submission fee $15. Deadline WEDNESDAY. cinevic.ca. VOCAL WORKSHOP - Presented by BC Choral Federation. With Dr. Kathryn Whitney. 9:45am SATURDAY at St. Mary's Anglican Church (1701 Elgin). $30-$50. projectmanager@ bcchoralfed.com. SEEKING SINGERS - Newcombe Singers Choir welcomes new members, especially in the Tenor/ Bass range. Attend the first two rehearsals commitment free. TUESDAYS 7:30pm at St. Mary’s Church (1701 Elgin). 250-480-5087 or newcombesingers.com. SAANICH SONGMEN - Welcoming all men who can carry a tune. Come and enjoy singing popular standards and comic songs with our unauditioned chorus. SATURDAYS 9:30am at the Passmore Centre (286 Hampton). 250-389-1059, 250-3619878. HARMONIOUS SINGERS - Kids, teens, parents & grandparents sing together for the sheer fun of it. Feel free to try a “no-audition session”any MONDAY evening. For more details visit harmoniousfamilychoir.com, 250-385-7464. VIOLIN AND VIOLA PLAYERS WANTED - Hampton Concert Orchestra. Free this term. 7:30pm MONDAYS at Les Passmore Centre. Program: Haydn 101, Mozart 39. Concerts May 2012. 250-721-1940. SOCIALISM OR BARBARISM Led by Sam Hammond, Provincial Secretary of the Communist Party and Kevin Neish. Entertainment by Duo Tapestry and Art Farquharson. FRIDAY 8pm at 1923 Fernwood. Free. 250-598-7690, victoriacasc.org. SUPPORT GROUP - Support group for phobias, generalized anxiety, panic attacks and OCD. With Dr. Tom Lipinski, registered psychologist. THURSDAYS 7pm at the Bridge Centre (125 Skinner). Free. 250-389-1211. LIFERING - Addiction support program. FRIDAYS 6:30pm at Pearkes Rec Centre (3100 Tillicum). TUESDAYS 7:30pm at the Esquimalt Rec Centre (527 Fraser). 250-920-2095. SIPCCENTRE - Counsellor-led support group for mature women ready to re-explore their sexual orientation. $8/session. FRIDAYS 5-6:45pm at James Bay New Horizons. KIWANIS HOUSE PROGRAM Lifering support group for young mothers dealing with addiction. Free onsite childminding available for young mothers participating in the program. TUESDAYS 6pm at 2652 Cook. Child minding at 5:30pm. Calling in advance is appreciated. 250-382-1004.

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DUAL RECOVERY ANONYMOUS Support group for recovery from both an addiction of any kind and a mental health issue. TUESDAYS 7:30pm in the BCSS Board Room (941 Kings). Free. 250-384-4225. ALT LOVERS - Sagacity Alternative Lifestyle Society is where folks who enjoy BDSM, alternative lifestyles, kink and fetish gather to talk, laugh, socialize, share and learn. TUESDAYS 7:30pm at the Ledge, Bedford Regency (1140 Government). Free. sagacitygroup.net. QUEER YOUTH DROP IN - South Island Pride Community Centre welcomes queer youth, friends, allies and youth from queer families. MONDAYS 6-8pm at Esquimalt Youth Centre (530 Fraser), WEDNESDAYS 6-8pm at Fairfield Community Place (1330 Fairfield). Free. southislandpridecentre.ca. PFLAG- Confidential support for parents, families, friends, lesbians, gays, bisexuals, transgender, twospirit, intersex, queer, questioning and allies. 250 592-0305, victoriabc@ pflagcanada.ca. BECOME AN AVI VOLUNTEER Volunteer with AIDS Vancouver Island. AIDS Vancouver Island (713 Johnson, 3rd floor). 250-384-2366 ext 2262, leslie.robinson@avi.org. OVERWHELMING EMOTIONS SUPPORT GROUP - Borderline personality disorder, self-harm, PTSD? B.C. Schizophrenia Society meets regularly at 941 Kings. 250-383-5144, box 2127, bpdvictoria@gmail.com. CRIDGE TRANSITION HOUSE Looking for female volunteers to drive women to appointments, take them apartment hunting, spend time with children letting them know they are valued and cared about, fill the house with delicious smells of baking and help out with dozens of other tasks and errands. 250-479-3963. ANIMAL LOVERS - Greater Victoria Animal Crusaders needs volunteers to foster strays, answer phones, assist with transportation and trap feral cats. info@animalcrusaders.ca, 250-474-5581. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - To drive cancer patients to medical appointments. Contact the Canadian Cancer Society at 250-414-4253 or visit us online at cancervolunteer.ca. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Volunteer with Victoria Riding for the Disabled Association. No experience necessary. 16+. MONDAY-THURSDAY mornings and TUESDAY-THURSDAY afternoons. 778-426-0506, vrda@ shaw.ca.

LECTURES RELIGIOUS TOLERATION IN AN AGE OF EMPIRE: WHAT CAN WE LEARN FROM THE ROMANS? With Dr. Eric Orlin. THURSDAY 7:30 pm in David Strong, Room C116 (UVic). 250-721-8514. LUNCH AND LEARN SESSION Hosted by InnovativeCommunities. org Foundation. THURSDAY 12pm at the Temple Restaurant,525 Fort Street. RSVP to 250 818-3236, innovativecommunities.org. QUANTUM TOUCH ENERGY MEDICINE LECTURE - Learn how energy medicine works and how you can learn how to use and practice it. SATURDAY 1:30pm at 111 Superior. Free. goodvibrationsenergywellness@ gmail.com. UNLEASH YOUR IPHONE Day Seminar with professional photographer Al Smith. How to get the most out of the iPhone’s camera. Submit photos to our Facebook to win tickets and prizes. SATURDAY 9:30 in SSM A104 (UVic). $59. facebook.com/ iphoneography.victoria. WOMEN AND BODY IMAGE DISCUSSION - Presented by Hypatia Salon. How are women oppressed by body image? How are they empowered? SUNDAY 7pm at the James Joyce Bistro. hypatiasalon@ hotmail.com. HUMMINGBIRD DAY - We’ll share some tips on how to encourage hummers to nest near your house. SUNDAY 12pm at the Swan Lake Nature House. Admission by donation. 250-479-0211, programs@swanlake. bc.ca. WHO'S YOUR FARMER? - Join Heather Stretch, Robin Tunnicliffe, Rachel Fisher, and more for a discussion on organic farming. TUESDAY 7pm at Cadboro Bay Books (3840 Cadboro Bay). 250-477-1421, info@touchwoodeditions.com. CHAYA CZERNOWIN - The composer will talk about her recent work including Zohar Iver (Blind Radiance), which will be performed by the UVic Orchestra and Ensemble Nikel March 2. WEDNESDAY 4:30pm. MacLaurin Rm. A169. Free.

YOU SAY GOODBYE, WE SAY HELLO: ROBOTS, THEATRE AND THE FUTURE OF HUMANITY Brazi-based electronics artist and robotics researcher Zaven Paré and UVic Japanese theatre specialist Cody Poulton. WEDNESDAY 7pm in Hickman Building, Rm 105 (UVic). capi. uvic.ca/events. EXTRA-TERRESTRIALS AND RELIGION - Would the discovery of extra-terrestrial life affect our religious beliefs? With visiting lecturer and astronomer Alan Batten. WEDNESDAY 4:30 in ECS Rm. 124 (UVic). uvic.ca. FILE 3.0 - A UVic grad student looks at the technical implications of using cell phones to share information. Part of the PANDA Lab Talk on Opportunistic Routing. WEDNESDAY 2:30pm in the ECS Rm. 660 (UVic).

DINNER MUSIC 1550s - Superglide SATURDAY 8pm. BARD AND BANKER - Tumblin Dice THURSDAY 8:30. Geoff Lundstrom FRIDAY 9pm. Tyler Harvey SATURDAY 9pm. Annie Nolan SUNDAY 7:30pm. Lola Parks MONDAYS 8pm. Tom Hooper TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY 8pm. BARTHOLOMEW'S - Paul Black FRIDAY and SATURDAY. Auntie Kate and the Uncles of Funk WEDNESDAYS 9pm. CANOE BREWPUB - Geoff Lundstrom & Jason Cook - The Adults THURSDAY. Prairie Dance Club 9:30 FRIDAY. Jean Paul Maurice - The Make Ups SATURDAY. DJ Primitive WEDNESDAY. All shows 9pm. DELTA VICTORIA OCEAN POINT RESORT AND SPA - Peter Dent FRIDAY and SATURDAY. All shows 6pm. HERON ROCK BISTRO - Clark Brendon and Al Pease FRIDAY. Devon McCagherty and Ken Hall MONDAY. All shows 7pm. HOTEL GRAND PACIFIC - Weekend Jazz. Ashley Wey and Aurora Scott, FRIDAYS and SATURDAYS. 8pm. HOWARD JOHNSON HOTEL - Blue Cadillac featuring Frank Alexander 8pm FRIDAY. IRISH TIMES PUB - Black Angus THURSDAY-SATURDAY 8:30pm. TBA SUNDAY 7pm. Tyler Harvey MONDAY 7pm. Crikey with Jeremy Walsh TUESDAY 7pm. Jeremy Walsh WEDNESDAY 7pm. OSWEGO HOTEL - Live Jazz at the O Bistro. Cynthia Davis WEDNESDAY 6pm at The Oswego Hotel. STRATH’S CLUBHOUSE - DJ Bellyfish THURSDAY. The Sutcliffes WEDNESDAY. All at 9pm. SWAN'S -Summer and the Sinners THURSDAY. The Push FRIDAY. Soulshakers SATURDAY 9pm. The Moonshiners SUNDAYS. Flying Saucers MONDAYS. Rock Island Ramblers TUESDAYS. Momentum WEDNESDAY. All shows 9pm unless otherwise noted. THE OFFICE - Rachel Thom THURSDAY 8:30pm. Beats Bass and Voice FRIDAYS 9pm. DJ Dubber SATURDAY. Skylab WEDNESDAYS 8:30pm. THE SPIRAL - Open mic THURSDAY 6:30pm, Free. Spiral Groove, MONDAY 7pm. Spiral Swing Orchestra WEDNESDAY 7:30pm. All by donation unless otherwise noted. THE SUPERIOR- Sunyata THURSDAY. Olivier Swain FRIDAYS. FRIENDS AND INVENTION OF AARON WATSON SATURDAY. Skyla and Oz SUNDAY. The Rich Brothers WEDNESDAY. All shows 6:30pm unless otherwise noted. THE UPPER DECK LOUNGE -McKinley Wolf. SATURDAY 8pm. 229 Gorge Road East. Free. VISTA 18 - Steve Grebanier Trio FRIDAY and SATURDAY. 8pm.

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SUBMISSIONS ARTIST APPLICATIONS - The Community Arts Council of Greater Victoria Artist in Residence Program at the Arts Centre at Cedar Hill is seeking artist applications. Deadline Mar. 2 at 5pm. www.cacgv.ca.

FILM OPENING GONE - Amanda Seyfried gets spunky in a thriller about a young woman who survived an encounter with a serial killer only to become convinced that the same predator has just kidnapped her sister. The cops don't believe her and she has to go it alone. Starts Fri. ACT OF VALOR - Real Navy SEALS enact a fictional tale about elite soldiers going into enemy territory to rescue a kidnapped CIA agent. Starts Fri. SPIKE AND MIKE'S SICK AND TWISTED FESTIVAL OF ANIMATION - (Roxy, call for times) The perennial raunchfest returns with gross gags and other things that mother warned you about. Playing Fri.-Sun. and Tues.

IMAX FESTIVAL AFRICAN ADVENTURE: SAFARI IN THE OKAVANGO - (10 am, 4 pm) CIRQUE DU SOLEIL: JOURNEY OF MAN - (2 pm, 8 pm) CORAL REEF ADVENTURE- (3 pm, 9 pm)

LEWIS & CLARK: GREAT JOURNEY WEST -(11 am, 5 pm) Those dancing penguins are back, in a bombastic and poorly plotted sequel that will only appeal to those who enjoy being bludgeoned by cuteness. Featuring the vocal talents of Elijah Wood and Robin Williams. STRAIGHT UP!: HELICOPTERS IN ACTION -(noon, 6 pm) TORNADO ALLEY -(1 pm, 7 pm) Take an incredible trip into the violent heart of tornadoes via never-before-seen footage collected by a fearless (crazy?) storm chaser.

SCREENINGS MOVIE MONDAY - Screening The Way. Martin Sheen plays Tom, an irascible American doctor who comes to France to deal with the tragic loss of his son. Rather than return home, Tom decides to embark on the historical pilgrimage "The Way of St. James" to honor his son's desire to finish the journey.6:30pm MONDAY in the 1900-block Fort. By donation. 595-FLIC. moviemonday.ca. CINEVIC'S 'SHORT CIRCUIT' -CineVic is sponsoring a film festival of shorts (under 20 minutes) and is soliciting entries from indie filmmakers who live in the Pacific Northwest. Films can be entered up till Feb. 29. Entry forms and info available at www.cinevic.ca.

THE ROXY EXTREMELY LOUD AND INCREDIBLY CLOSE 7pm (Fri-Thurs) SPIKE AND MIKE’S SICK AND TWISTED FESTIVAL OF ANIMATION (18A) 9:15 pm (Sat, Sun, Tue) NO PASSES +++½ THE GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO -The talented David Fincher directs an elegantly chilling redo of the Swedish thriller about the goth-punk hacker on the trail of a serial killer of women. Starring Daniel Craig and Christopher Plummer. at 9:15 pm (Fri, Mon, Wed, Thur) +++½ PUSS IN BOOTS -(Caprice) The endearing feline furball from Shrek gets his own swashbuckling prequel, in a witty and entirely delightful piece of animation. Featuring the vocal talents of Antonio Banderas, Salma Hayek and Zach Galifianakis. 12:30 pm (Sat, Sun) ++++ HUGO -Although Martin Scorsese isn't exactly known as a child-friendly filmmaker he has been getting well-deserved raves for this beguiling tale of a 1930s Paris orphan who lives in the walls of a train station and gets involved with a legendary filmmaker from the earliest days of cinema. The great cast includes Ben Kingsley, Sacha Baron Cohen and Christopher Lee" (G) 2:10 pm (Sat, Sun) BIG MIRACLE (G) 4:30 pm (Sat, Sun)

CINECENTA Cinecenta at UVic screens its films in the Student Union Building. Info: 721-8365. cinecenta.com. +++ THE WAY -(Wed.-Thurs., Feb. 22-23: 7, 9:25) Emilio Estevez directs Martin Sheen (a.k.a. dear old dad) in an appealing examination of spirituality as an unlikely group of people befriend each other while walking a centuries-old pilgrim route in northern Spain. One of last year's most likable films. YOUNG ADULT -(Feb. 24-25: 3, 7, 9) Charlize Theron stars in a flat and unconvincing drama about a recently divorced, alcoholic writer who returns to her small town to rekindle a romance with her high school sweetie (Patrick Wilson). An unexpected flop from director Jason Reitman (Up in the Air) and writer Diablo Cody (Juno). ALVIN & THE CHIPMUNKS: CHIP–WRECKED -(Feb. 25-26: 1pm matinee) Those helium-voiced rodents are back to bring their special brand of joy to children (if not their parents). LIKE CRAZY -(Feb. 26: 3, 7:10, 9 & Feb. 27: 7:10, 9) Anyone with a high tolerance for young-love sentimentality will likely savour this Sundance fave, a romantic drama about a young British woman who falls for an American guy, only to get booted back to England after her student visa runs out. A BETTER LIFE -(Feb. 28: 7, 9) This indie American drama centres on an undocumented Mexican labourer in California who patiently and lovingly tends the gardens of his wealthy clients. Oscar nominated for best actor. TOMBOY -(Wed. Feb. 29-Thurs., March 1: 7:15, 9:00) The latest hit from France is an affecting yet matter-offact drama about a 10-year-old girl who, quite simply, wants to be a boy.

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