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It Happened One Night at ... The Old College Inn A by Dawn Hunter Clark
t the forefront of the Great Depression, on the shores of the Georgia Strait, Robert Ivan Knight commissioned a two-and-a-half storey Tudor Revival-style building to be built to house a private boy’s college in 1937. The boy’s college began in a humble home in 1935 and it became clear early on that to have a successful private school, a larger space was required with grounds to accommodate students, classes and activities. So, in September 1937, The Qualicum College opened its doors.
It was a fantastic school with a whimsical storybook look and feel with education practices mimicking the British Public School system. Robert Ivan Knight was a graduate from the University of British Columbia. He wanted to offer a finer education to boys and with help from Aubrey Dashwood Muskett, the Headmaster from the Collegiate School in Victoria, they 4
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successfully created just that, at a time when such a thing seemed impossible. Over time, the college became respected and well-known as it attracted students from Western Canada, the United States and Asia.
Approaching the late 1960s, the college’s philosophy became old-fashioned and interest in Qualicum College waned. Sadly, in 1970, the college closed its doors after thirty-five years of fine education.
The mission statement of the school was, “The Qualicum College was established in the conviction, that with the background of a good home, the comradeship of boarding school, enables boys to enjoy the happiest kind of childhood and youth, and provides them with the finest preparation for life.” And this seemed true for a time with the school’s philosophy of “Christianity, Classics, Cricket, Cadet Corps, Cold Baths, Courtesy and Corporal Punishment”.
A short time later, the doors of the old college opened again as the Qualicum Heritage Inn. It was a beautiful hotel with luxurious rooms; some with ocean views and others with fireplaces. Guests could enjoy a casual gourmet meal in Oliver’s Dining Room or relax in the College Pub. The swimming pool and beautiful grounds overlooked the ocean. It was a place close to perfect. It was a place where many Qualicum residents worked, played and built memories. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE
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In 1977, the Qualicum Heritage Inn became the filming location for the B-horror flick, “It Happened One Night at Lakewood Manor” – aka “Ants”. If you want a glimpse into the Old College Inn and what it was like in the 1970s, just watch the film. You will have the pleasure of peeking into the past, into the rooms, the main floor, the pool, the kitchen and the grounds.
special, with a character all its own…such tradition, such faith in the past. In a world of plastic, this hotel has a duty to survive.” Let us come together and bring it back to its former glory and save the Old College Inn as it truly is… Historically Oceanside. ~
The Old College Inn has also been the location of several ghostly experiences. Ghosts of boys and a military man have been seen. Cries and moans from a woman have been heard. Furniture has been reported moving on its own. Lights would turn on and off. Doors would slam shut in the middle of the night. And the piano on the main floor could be heard playing old tunes. The ghosts add another element to the unique qualities of the Old College Inn. On April 2nd, 2007, the first of many rezoning proposals was brought forward to the Town Council of Qualicum Beach requesting approval for a development project that would include a mix of residential units, hotel rooms and a restaurant. On July 9th, 2007, the Qualicum Heritage Inn was designated as a Municipal Heritage Site. By March 5th, 2008, the rezoning application only consisted of residential units – no hotel and no restaurant. And then later in 2008, the Qualicum Heritage Inn closed its doors for good.
Above: The College Inn as it appears today. Slowly fading away. Below: Open to the elements and wildlife. Photos: Dawn Hunter Clark
The applications went on and on until work began on the property by Pomeroy Restoration & Construction Ltd. The historical integrity and heritage value of the College Inn was supposed to be honoured. That has not been the case. The building has been stripped of everything original. A sub-par multi-unit building was built beside the original College Inn as part of a condominium development plan, but it failed miserably. The building has been vacant for ten years now. It breaks my heart to look at the Inn, sitting there empty, exposed to the elements, rotting, lonely. It is in limbo with the Town Council who struggle to decide what to do with it. Some would like to see the building torn down. If left to the elements for too much longer, there may be no choice but to tear it down. I hope that is not the case. Qualicum Beach is a special place where the rest of the modern world disappears, and the town represents an idyllic lifestyle, a Pleasantville or sorts. The heritage buildings of this town should be preserved to share with generations to come. We have already lost several heritage sites – let’s not lose another. As quoted in the film, “It Happened at Lakewood Manor”, “… It’s very
Dawn Hunter Clark is a local author living in Bowser, BC. Her recently published book "Paranormal Canadian Tales: A Supernatural Journey" has received rave reviews and is available on Amazon.
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Predictions for October 2018 Aries (March 21-April 19) This continues to be an excellent time to get money from other sources or try for a loan or mortgage. Your spouse might earn more money, which will indirectly benefit you. Meanwhile, this month you need more sleep. Factoid. Respect your need for more rest. Your focus on partnerships and close friendships will be intense. You’re trying to figure it all out. You want to know where you stand and what your role is. Tip: In a successful relationship, you are as good for your partner as he or she is for you.
Gemini (May 21-June 20) This month is a wonderful time to party and enjoy sports events or slip away on a vacation. Romance, love affairs and playful activities with children are also tops on your menu because you’re keen to have fun and explore your creative potential. Get out and have a good time! You feel lighter and playful. Fortunately, relations with coworkers are warm and cozy. Everything looks great! Double check those travel plans. You don’t want to be waiting at the train station when your ship comes in.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) Your desire to entertain at home and redecorate your digs is still strong. However, ths month, the pace of your days will accelerate. This is because you have a jam-packed schedule full of writing, reading, studying, short trips and talking to everyone. Your To Do list is challenging! Accept this. Roll up your sleeves and dig in. Mars continues to be opposite your sign, which means you might encounter some conflict with someone. Remember: At the end of the game, the king and the pawn go back in the same box.
Taurus (April 20-May 20) This month you will bust your buns to be as efficient, effective and productive as possible. You will look for ways to refine your techniques and get better results for your efforts. (If your boss doesn’t appreciate you, maybe you need to move on?) Basically, you want to know how to manage your life better -- how to prioritize your tasks, work and errands. Fortunately, partnerships are supportive now and will give you a warm feeling in your tummy. You might be focused on health issues more than usual this month as well as something to do with a pet.
Cancer (June 21-July 22) Two contradictory influences are at play: On one hand, you want to explore romance, love affairs, parties, social outings, the arts, sports and playful activities with children. On the other hand (you have different fingers), an entirely different influence urges you to cocoon at home this month. You want be low key. You want to relax among familiar surroundings. You might want to tackle home repairs; and some will be more involved with a parent. Check your finances. (With money in your pocket, you are wise, you are handsome, and you sing well, too.)
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Money, earnings and cash flow will be a strong priority for you this month. You are willing to work hard but you might encounter opposition at work. Fortunately, fair Venus will sweeten your words, which means your charm and diplomacy will give you the skilful means to negotiate. In fact, you can make money from your words! Meanwhile, fair Venus will promote your appreciation of your daily surroundings. It will also help you to see that people love you. Look around you. There’s no time like the pleasant! Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Ta da! This month the Sun is in your sign for the first time in 11 months. This brings
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to a quick stop. Everyone clapped. We were safe! Well, maybe. The plane still needed to be checked. Finally, we were released into the sunshine. Because we were in the last row, and because we were walking around vomit, and because we were not in a hurry, everyone else got off the plane before us. I wish that we had had some opportunity to meet up with the others on the plane, but they were long gone.
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I reached out to the young woman beside me who was traveling alone. “Are you OK?” I asked. She had her hands on her stomach. “My stomach,” she said.
So there we sat in the very back row, right corner, flush up against the bathroom wall. Sitting beside us was a quiet young woman who looked like one of our granddaughters, although less exotic. On the flight, we wrote, napped, and stared out the window. We didn’t see wildfires, but lots of dense smoke.
OK – so you are in a plane that is standing a very good chance of crashing. What do you do? Occasionally we looked out the window. My husband asked about our passports. To Canada or heaven? I couldn't find either. He kept watching the wings. The young woman had her eyes closed holding onto her stomach. I had my eyes closed visualizing Mother Mary holding up the wings of the plane. I’m sure others had their eyes closed praying.
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n August 28, we were heading back to Vancouver. The woman who gave us the worst seats on the plane said, “Well, at least you are on the plane.”
Flying over the densely populated areas of Vancouver, I commented – how can they even consider building a pipeline in this densely populated area? Probably the city appeared even larger than it is because we circled over it again and again. Still we suspected nothing until the pilot came on the air. “We have an emergency situation, and we will need to make an emergency landing. As the wing flaps are not working, we will find another way to land. Fasten your seatbelts.” The passengers first response was… no response. We were not in shock, but incredulous. This isn’t happening. A woman crew member spoke: “This crew is prepared for emergency situations. I am the newest member of the crew and I have been doing this for 40 years.“ (How old were these people?) The calm in the plane was strange. We could well be dead in 10 minutes. Still, we just sat there in silence.
There was another announcement: “There are fire trucks and emergency vehicles waiting for us. Tighten up your seat belt, and be prepared as we may have a sudden stop.” (i.e. crash.) At this point that the young woman leaned over into the aisle and threw up. Not once but several times. “I’m sorry…” she said. “Don’t worry about it,” I said. “It’s nothing.” What might have been a big deal at another time hardly registered on the concern meter. Landing a plane without flaps means the plane comes in much faster and it requires a very long runway. It felt like we were getting closer to the ground by increments – following a terrace shape in the sky. My husband continued watching the wings, and the flaps never moved. At the last minute, he leaned over in front of me, hoping to create a cushion if we crashed. We hit the ground a bit hard but we stayed level and the brakes brought us
The young woman beside us was so embarrassed about throwing up that she too left as soon as she could. My husband and I were the last ones to leave the plane. The cleaners had already moved in to vacuum and pick up. The pilot and crew waited for us at the front of the plane, smiling. And they should smile! They saved our lives and their own. Upon entering the airport, I turned around and took a photo of the four fire engines and emergency vehicles around our plane. It was only when I heard an announcement on the PA did I realize that the whole airport was on lock down until our emergency landing was complete. No other planes were landing. It was eerie. We walked through empty hallways down to the empty customs lines. No wait. Then we walked out into the sunlight – like nothing had happened. But something almost happened. Not every emergency landing ends so well. Luck, grace, destiny, skill – I don’t know. But we got to live another day. Two things impressed me about those moments before we knew we were safe - the calm and the bonding. I was surprised by how calm we were. Of course that is partly because we have a hard time believing that something terrible will happen to us. But I have also heard of a sort of a “Today is a good day to die” kind of calm. I’m not underplaying the horror that would have ensued if the pilot had not been able to keep the wings level. But it is comforting to know such calm is possible. We need to think clearly in times of chaos.
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War is not good, in any way, but they say that war can be addicting, because of the adrenalin rush and intense bonding between comrades. In combat, men and women will endanger their own lives to save a fallen comrade they met only a week earlier. It’s an experience of intense loyalty that contrasts sharply with the vague indifference we feel in most modern settings. We crave that depth of connection.
ever met or even thought of. That’s radical thinking but these are radical times.
When the young woman first sat down in our row, I was kind of hoping she wasn’t too chatty, as I wanted to write in my journal. But a few hours later, I would have risked my life to save her. Someone asked if I thought other people on the plane felt the same way. Some people yes, others no. As for the three of us sitting together with our backs against the bathroom wall, we were in a humble place together. We were definitely not First Class! When she threw up, it was obvious she was very human – and vulnerable. So were we. We were facing the unknown with no control. We shared breath. If the human energy field goes out 10 feet, we shared that. So of course, I cared for her. How can we develop that intensity of caring for each other – without being in an imminent life and death situation? That young woman may have looked like my granddaughter, but she was not. She was a total stranger. How can we rise to that level of compassion without breaking hydraulic lines on full capacity planes in flight? I wonder when the deciding moment was. When was the choice in destiny made – this flight will land safely or that plane will explode? There had to be a moment when destiny took one route. When one possibility overrode the others. When out of the infinite possibilities for this group of 200 people, the probability of survival was checked? We would all walk away and continue our lives, and even forget that we had come so close to death. There is a spiritual teaching – you have a responsibility to anyone you have
During extreme flooding in Texas last summer, a 10-year-old boy was spotted hanging onto a tree branch in a raging river. A group of men tried creating a human chain, but it was too dangerous. “Hang on, kid,” they shouted. Finally, others rushed back with an inflatable raft and rescued the boy. We are wise to get inflatable rafts ready. Global warming is not good in any way, except possibly this. Maybe, at last, we’ll recognize that we are on the same plane, totally dependent on each other. We will land safely or crash together. Scientists tell us the human race is in emergency landing mode, along with whales, dolphins, all other mammals, song birds, frogs, bees, forests as we know them, coral reefs and our favorite fish. Most insects and jellyfish will be just fine. We could also be just fine, if we stop acting like the North Carolina legislature. In 2012, the North Carolina legislature and business interests felt that the mention of global warming and climate change would discourage coastal development, so they passed a law, H.B.819, prohibiting the mention of either. They thought that silence imposed by the law would save their coastline. That didn’t work out so well, did it? Mother Nature does not obey the laws of men, especially those in deliberate denial. Bless you, the good people of North Carolina, but H.B. 819 was ridiculous. We hear that the super wealthy have build underground bunkers and have private jets to get them to safety if the need arises. You and I are peasants. Our private jets are our hearts and minds – and a little time. We can still land this plane safely. At least, like our pilot, we must do everything in our power to try.
On August 28, the wild fire smoke of previous weeks had blown off. Maybe if the smoke had been dense that day, the pilot might not have been able to maneuver so expertly. There were factors coming together to tip the plane towards equanimity. Maybe there were magicians on board. Maybe we were among them. I didn’t even find out the name of the young woman beside me. She was coming to Vancouver to see off her friend who was moving to LA to become a film technician and hopefully someday a producer. “That’s not me,” she said. “I’m a hotel receptionist in Fort Wayne, Indiana. I’m happy with a simple life.” Happy with simply life! That’s what most of us felt when we walked off the plane, along with real gratitude to the pilot who could land a plane without wing flaps! Also gratitude to air traffic control, and the men and women on the fire trucks who were waiting for us, and all the others we know nothing about. When we walked out into the sunshine, we looked like everyone else on the streets - as if nothing had happened. We went to an organic diner and ordered a sandwich, a bit in shock. Then we sat on a park bench at the waterfront in Horseshoe Bay waiting for our ferry. A woman came and asked if she could sit beside me. She lives in co-housing near Langsdale. She used to live in one in Vancouver. I asked her, what is it like to live in cohousing? “We are all family,” she said. Then she broadened her comment, “But we are all family anyway.” She finished her box of fish and chips and headed off to the Langsdale ferry. We made our way to the Nanaimo ferry. We sat on the top deck covered with hats and sun glasses and extra coats and stared off into the mountains. Everything was extraordinarily beautiful. Glad to be here, and to live beside others on the same earth plane. And thank you to all who are working hard to land this plane safely. Let’s pray that it works. ~
Joanne Sales is a freelance writer, blueberry farmer, and offers workshops in EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), and the fine art of brewing Kombucha. Comments and questions about her articles and/or upcoming workshops can be directed to joanne@glasswing.com. O C T O B E R
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POETRY
My father grew up in a croft on the Isle of Skye. As an essential part of their livelihood, the crofters harvested hay with scythes. This poem occurred to me when I was scything after my father had died, but remembering him through the rhythm of it.
REGENERATION Hay ripens. I sharpen my tapering scythe blade and chamfer its wafer of paper thin steel with stone swoops; it’s hooked like a peregrine’s talon. The snaking shaft sweeps and the first swathe is side-laid
ABOUT THIS POEM The poem is a quasi-sonnet: fourteen lines, but each is mostly anapestic (da-da-DA) tetrameter (four beats, as in "hay RIpens. i SHARPen my TApering SCYTH-blade).
beside me, clean slain. As I swing I can feel the gravid field yielding. Sheaves kneel and then fall in the breeze in formation. Their early seeds dance there like next April’s rain-showers shining in air.
The rhyme-scheme is restrictive: abcabcdd cddc ee.
The cocksfoot and rye-grass and fescue are falling,
There's a symbiosis between metrical poetry and scything. Great poets, like A.D. Hope and Robert Frost, fell into its swing.
they shaded the clover; and none do I spare.
the rogue oats, the sedges—I harvest the field where The sun sets on stubble where hay-stalks lie sprawling; my father stood here in the old days like one of the stalks that made hay as they fell in the sun.
John Beaton lives in Qualicum Beach. His poetry has been widely published. He served for four years as moderator of one of the Internet’s most reputable poetry workshops and is a Spoken Word performer, a member of the band Celtic Chaos, and a co-organizer of local events, including a community showcase for musicians and Spoken Word performers, the Qualicum Acoustic Café (QUAC). You can find samples of John’s work by searching online for “John Beaton poetry”. To receive a monthly newsletter about local community events organized by John and his family and friends, email him at jabeaton@gmail.com. ~ O C T O B E R
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THE LASTING EFFECTS OF TRAUMA & CHILDHOOD ADVERSITY by Diane Hancox
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On a neurological level, studies show specific changes in the brains of traumatized individuals. These changes correspond with noticeable inabilities to process feelings and to self-reflect, inhibit creative capacities and alter one’s sense of identity and worth.
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Think of the negative and denigrating messages we tell ourselves throughout the day. For the most part, we were not born with these thoughts. It is through one-time traumatic or chronic negative experiences that children integrate untrue beliefs about themselves (e.g., “I am stupid, worthless, unlovable, etc.”). These negative and false cognitions continue to haunt us well into adulthood. The memories, including images, sounds, tastes, touch and smells, are often stored in our implicit or unconscious memories and can surface later when triggered by similar stimuli. Memories can also be recalled symbolically in dreams and in deeply relaxed states (e.g., EMDR psychotherapy) where unconscious material can surface.
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In order to aid the healing of our wounds, we must be open to revisit the stored pain in order for our wounded inner child to share his/her full experiences and feelings. With our older, wiser self listening, we can compassionately teach the truths about what happened, that we were not to blame, and that we are lovable, worthy, and good enough. To learn more, you are invited to attend a presentation, “Then & Now: The Impacts of Trauma & Childhood Adversity”; October 17, 6:30 – 9 pm; Parksville Conference & Community Centre; by donation to SOS. FMI contact diane@corecounselling.ca, 250.586.7380 or corecounselling.ca/workshops. (see ad on page 8) 1 3
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Q&A WITH WENDY PUNTER, DIRECTOR OF ENCHANTED APRIL By Linda Tenney
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ne of the hardest jobs behind the scenes of a theatre production has got to be the position of director; the one who pulls many of the strings together before the curtain is raised on opening night. Today we chat with Wendy Punter, director of ECHO's "Enchanted April" to discover a little about who she is and how she handles her role.
How many plays have you directed for ECHO Players? This is my seventh. But all told I have directed about twenty plays in my career as a Director. The others were done in Alberta.
What do you do when you’re not doing theatre?
Why did you choose to direct Enchanted April? No director had submitted a lighthearted play or comedy for ECHO's 2018/2019 season so I suggested Enchanted April, a play I had seen in Alberta some years ago and wanted to direct. I was thrilled when ECHO's Artistic Direction Committee loved the idea and agreed to produce it.
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and the challenge of growing old. This play provides all that and more.
Number one problem! Finding the three men needed to fill the roles that required YOUNG men! I had all five of my ladies on board, and lovely they are and doing a fantastic job. Time was almost to the wire before I found the last “young” man to complete the casting. My auditions provided me with one actor, a trouper, who I have worked with before – he’s doing a wonderful job playing one of the husbands. The job of finding the other husband and a 30+ artist/landlord has provided me with two separate dinner stories! Also the set design was a challenge and required some imaginative thinking. My husband is my set designer and has provided us with the perfect solution.
What sort of person will love Enchanted April?
Also the fact that I have quite a number of inexperienced actors who require extra coaching. This can be a drain on my resources and take up precious time, but I love showing new people stage craft and how to develop their characters. Now I see them adding little things themselves, new haircut, short back and sides! Hair slicked down with a middle part and a hat and apron. This makes the process so exciting from a director’s point of view.
I love music and have been part of a choir at our church, and am now about to start a singing group at the church. I started piano lessons about five years ago and play for my own amusement.
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What will make this play a 'sold out' success? ECHO audiences love romance and humour, plus it's a vehicle for escape from maybe dreary lives, pain and hurt
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Everyone who “loves sunshine and wisteria” and the opportunity to spend April in a small, medieval castle in Italy.
What pivotal points in the play should we watch for? The story of an Acacia tree, a disappointed Madonna and a very noticeable transition between Act 1 and Act 2. The effect that it has on all the characters in the story. And no one will miss the wonderful Italian housekeeper!
Peeking behind the scenes … who in the show is most like their character? I don’t think any of them are. Each of their roles are so unlike themselves that each has had to delve into themselves to find and portray their character.
What will the audience be thinking about in the car as they drive home after this show? How different relationships were in 1922, but also how much humans are the same, despite another devastating world war and the emancipation of women. Maybe they will touch on how we are influenced by the weather and I think too they will start talking about holidays in Italy, planting wisteria or an Acacia tree! Al Italia! ~
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Goblins and Witches and Ghouls, Oh My!
By Micki Findlay
face my own Halloween ‘demons’, I made a snap decision to get into my car and see where the fireworks might lead.
With Halloween just around the corner, I am reminded of a very eerie, extraordinary experience that happened to me, oh so many years ago.
As it turned out, I didn’t have far to go. However, my detective work led me to something unexpected – a ‘haunted house’ buzzing with festive activity; flickering lights, rattling chains and ghouls and goblins of every shape and size. I was spellbound. Was this a private party? “No”, replied a lady dressed as an angel. “This event is for anyone. Our whole neighbourhood gets together once a year to make this possible. You are more than welcome to come on in!”
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alloween was always fun at our house. My first husband and I led a youth group for several years and hosted many parties. I remember spending hours decorating to ad nauseum and baking deliciously creepy morsels such as the classic ‘witch finger’ cookies, paired appropriately with green ‘spider’ punch. Black lights, jack-o-lanterns, menacing music and ominous noises all helped to heighten the spook factor. I would like to say it was a selfless labour of love but, truth be told, I probably did it more for myself. I have always loved Halloween and am still just a kid at heart.
As I was without a costume, (or children, for that matter) I hesitated. But my curiosity got the better of me as I pushed open the creaky, cobweb-laced iron gate. I was mesmerized by what I saw; a pumpkin-lit path leading to a bonefilled graveyard where a coffin opened, headstones lit up and ghostly laughter filled the air. I discovered a ‘mad scientist’s laboratory’ where eyeballs and brain-filled jars lined the shelves. Green liquid bubbled, spewed and sputtered from an array of glass bottles and test tubes. It was the perfect catalyst for nightmares waiting to happen.
One of my favorite party gags was to sneak down to the basement phone, dial our number and, when one of the girls answered, speak in a raspy, sinister voice. My efforts were rewarded with stunned silence, followed by an “Oh my god!” It was hard not to chuckle and give myself away. After the festivities, the kids would all camp overnight and usually not fall asleep until well past midnight, thanks to scary ghost stories met with wide eyes and giggles.
Suddenly, an intoxicating aroma reminded me that I hadn’t eaten dinner. A man with three heads was making kettle corn in a metal barrel; a vampire was grilling hot dogs; a witch was stirring hot apple cider in a big, black cauldron. There were tables set up with every kind of food you could imagine; salads, chips, pumpkin and apple pies, monster cookies, candy corn, devil’s food cake and caramel apples. It was a feast for the eyes as well as the stomach.
Several years later, after my marriage unexpectedly fell apart, I eventually moved to Victoria and landed a job managing a local thrift store. I had stayed late one evening to prepare for a special sale. As it was my first Halloween alone, I was not anxious to go home. A time, once filled with fun and laughter, now felt dismal and foreboding.
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This is a Vancouver Islandbased initiative that challenges racism and bullying and promotes kindness and inclusion through creative means. Micki is a new, contributing author to the ‘Chicken Soup for the Soul’ series and Eyes on BC magazine. She has fought and won the long battle of depression and her hope is that the transparency in her writing, and the message behind the WOH project, will give hope to those who might otherwise feel like giving up. To find out how you can help make a difference go to: Website: www.worksofheartproject.com Facebook: worksofheartproject Twitter: WOHproject Instagram: worksofheartproject
Every Halloween I am reminded of that evening. What threatened to be a lonely, depressing time turned out to be a magical, memorable experience. Whether it was divine intervention, or the stars simply aligned for me that night, I may never know. But, regardless, it felt like a hug from God, a warm welcome from an angel, and just what I needed on that cold October night. And a life lesson reminding me to never give up hope and always follow the light.
I finally locked up for the night and walked toward my frost-covered car. Shivering in the crisp autumn air, my heart stopped as a loud blast pierced the stillness. I spun around to see the sky suddenly come alive with an exploding kaleidoscope of light, shattering the darkness with bursts of shimmering waterfalls and showers of glistening teardrops. Fireworks! It felt like, somehow, this dazzling display was just for me. Still not wanting to go home to
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ON THE CAMPAIGN TRAIL BILL VEENHOF
Regional Director, Area H billveenhof.ca ph: 778-424-2810 bill.veenhof@shaw.ca
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am pleased to be able to take this opportunity to address you in advance of the election for Area H Director. Firstly, I would like to thank you for your support during my past term. It is appreciated and made a difference. I am proud of my 7-year track record of solid and proven leadership for Area H.
Proven • Ability to develop strong partnerships and understanding through respectful dialogue using cooperation, communication and collaboration. • Known as someone who gets things done. Very strong relationships with the Province and the Feds. This means I will succeed where others will not.
A proven record of transparency and accessibility: • I maintain a public e-mail list that I have used regularly to inform the community and to get feedback. I have had a great many positive comments on this. • Monthly update in EyesOnBC Magazine. • I have ensured that the RDN’s Facebook presence is much improved. • Met with any resident that so requested.
An election campaign probably represents the best opportunity to hear what is important to you. I would really like to hear from you about what you think is important. Do not hesitate to call 250-797-6313 or email at bill.veenhof@shaw.ca.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS Solid Environmental Record In cooperation with MP Gord Johns and The Coast Guard, I had two very large derelict vessels removed from Deep Bay. These vessels threatened the environment and our shellfish farms (approx. 700 jobs). The Feds paid almost $3mil for this action, Area H $0.0. Area H was the first on Vancouver Island to get this support. New OCP Environmental protections underscore my track record as a strong supporter of the environment.
Volunteered at the Phillips River salmon tagging program Brought a successful motion to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities asking the Federal Government to act on ocean plastics. Delivered a petition to the Federal Minister of Environment on the same issue. The Federal Government has started action on this issue as a result.
• Removed the Provincial Speculation Tax from Area H, saving your property values and potentially very significant tax increases. Other, much larger jurisdictions are still fighting to get out. • Through a funding agreement with Telus, I brought high speed internet to the Spider Lake Community with no tax increase. They now have among the fastest internet on the Island. • I found the grant funding for the Lighthouse Community Centre; parking lot, heat pumps, new façade. • Tax increases over the past 4 years have been among the lowest of the rural areas in the RDN. I got the recreation tax funding formula changed so that we now pay 50% based on usage of the pool and the skating rink, this reduced Area H’s contribution significantly. • I increased bus service from once a week to 5 times per week and ensured that Qualicum First Nation has access to this service. All this, with a very minor cost increase. • With resident volunteers and RDN staff, we have designed and started construction on a revitalized community park in Dunsmuir using grant funding. Next up in the line for Community Parks will be the park in the area of the Lighthouse Community Centre and Lions Club. I will advocate for provincial and federal funding for this park.
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RDN Staff, Area H volunteers and I worked together to rewrite the Area H Official Community Plan (OCP). This involved a full public process. It offers: • Greater environmental and archeological protections. • Ensures that there will be no net growth in Area H, added protection of our rural character and agricultural lands. Growth will be focused in our village centres • Ensures that, if the lands near Deep Bay are developed, that the community desires for amenities will be respected and the developer will pay for the amenities. • Ensures that Area H Community values were respected. • A core group of outstanding volunteers have opened and maintained approximately 30km of trials in Area H. I directed that the RDN mark and map these (available electronically) ensuring much wider resident access. I have restarted RDN Staff on developing the +/10,000-year-old trail that connects the Big Qualicum Fish hatchery to Port Alberni. This will be a Regional Trail meaning all of the RDN will pay for it, not just Area H. • I helped fund the Bowser Elementary PAC who are building a cultural learning space at Bowser Elementary known as Tulnuxw lelum
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• I will continue to advocate for Parks in Area H but will also ensure this doesn’t become a significant tax burden. • I want to change how the Nanaimo Hospital Board operates to ensure that health funding money is also directed at Area H. • I will continue to support the development of Bowser as a Rural Village to ensure that it evolves into a ‘compact’, ‘mixed-use’ village where people can live, work, play and learn in a safe, healthy and attractive environment. I will support the incorporation of Bowser as its own municipality. Getting to the point where this is a viable discussion is a long way into the future and requires village density. Density requires that Bowser Wastewater to goes forward.
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• I will continue to work with our Improvement Districts and Fire Departments. Some will need infrastructure upgrades. Where the Province permits, I will direct grant funding to these projects.
The Future What you can expect... • I will continue to respond to all “pop up” issues as they arise. • My highest priority will be to work with MoTI to realize safe roadsides along our major routes, in particular along Gainsberg in Deep Bay, and in Bowser and Qualicum Bay. Through my advocacy, the RDN has joined four other regional districts who all want to improve their roadsides. This strength in numbers will give us much stronger leverage with the Province, but will take time and patience.
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• I will support Bowser Senior Housing and advocate with the Province for funding.
• I will insist that any new significant development include a component of affordable housing.
• I received praise for my leadership during the floods and forest fires of 2018. I will bring those skills to any future events.
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Gainsberg Road in Deep Bay would have been paved this year but MoTI ran into drainage issues. I expect that there is a high probability that this will happen next year and I will ensure that local drainage issues will be dealt with and that the shoulders are wider to support walkers and cyclists.
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The History of Halloween by Dawn Hunter Clark
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he origins of Halloween began long ago…in the time of the Ancient Celts. The Celts were a somewhat barbaric race with mystic beliefs and the most powerful people in eastern and northern Europe from 750 to 12 BC. They believed there was one day of the year where the season of life meets the season of death – where summer and harvest end and winter begins. A day where the line between the living and the dead becomes blurred, where the dead rise from the grave and evil spirits come out to prey. They marked the day, October 31st, with a festival called Samhain (pronounced “Sow-In”) the first day of winter. It is also known as The Witches New Year. They celebrated with candle-lit gatherings, accompanied by food and song, around roaring bonfires. They bobbed for apples and shared their ghost tales and stories of their ancestors. They carved squash and pumpkin to repel the spirits. They also left bowls of food outside their doors as offerings, to prevent evil spirits from entering their homes. They also believed, they could fool spirits while out in public, if they dressed in costume and wore masks. They believed the masquerade would fool the ghosts into believing they were fellow spirits. So, dressing up on this day of the year in costume has been around since this mystic belief began. In the 8th Century, Pope Gregory III, designated November 1st as All Saints Day to honour the Saints and the martyrs. This day incorporated some of the traditions of Samhain like, praying for the dead, burning candles and having a feast. The night before All Saints Day was All Hallows Eve, which eventually became Halloween. When Halloween came to America and Canada, the old traditions were at first somewhat forgotten. Halloween became a time of celebrations and “play parties”. Folks would sing and dance
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Others celebrate Halloween: a time of parties, costumes, food & drink and trick-or-treating. It’s about the horror films, the decorations and carving pumpkins. It is also a multibillion-dollar industry, second only, to Christmas.
The superstition of black cats began in the Middle Ages when people believed that witches could turn into black cats to avoid detection. To this day, people believe if you cross the path of a black cat, you will have bad luck.
It is one of my favourite holidays, one I look forward to every October. The candy, the movies and the costumes. I love it all! And there is a poem that is classic faire for Halloween - - -
Witches are a strong symbol as they were thought to be in league with the devil himself and feared for that connection to the horrible and unknown. Bats are a symbol and have been since Samhain began. They would be seen flying around the bonfires during the festival as the fire attracted mosquitos and moths. Bats are also related to the witch and the sucking of blood. Corn husks and stalks are a symbol as they represent harvest and Samhain. The colours of orange and black are symbols of Halloween - orange represents autumn and black represents the dark days ahead. •
Skeletons are a symbol of the season as they represent death on a night where the worlds of the living and the dead meet.And then of course, ghosts are the most prominent symbol as Samhain is also known as The Festival of the Dead – the beginning of Halloween.
The pagans have continued with their ancient traditions which are very similar to the first days of Samhain. They have bonfires, a feast and odes to the dead. It is taken seriously and is imbedded into the core of their beliefs.
There are many symbols of Halloween today that has their roots in times long ago…
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Carving pumpkins and dressing up in costume are symbols as they are used to keep evil spirits away.
Today, things are a little different. Samhain and Halloween are two separate celebrations.
Between 1920-1950, the door-to-door tradition was revived with trick-ortreating and what we still know to this day.
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ROUND ABOUT THE CAULDRON GO; IN THE POISON’D ENTRAILS THROW. TOAD, THAT UNDER COLD STONE, DAYS AND NIGHTS HAS THIRTY-ONE; SWELTER’D VENOM SLEEPING GOT, BOIL THOU FIRST I CHARMED THE POT. DOUBLE, DOUBLE TOIL AND TROUBLE ; FIRE BURN, AND CAULDRON BUBBLE.
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Creatures of the Deep ...
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by Marcella Andrews "I want to be, Under the Sea. In an Octopuses garden..." - Ringo Starr, The Beatles
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even hydrochloric acid. Once a hole is bored, the snail dips its proboscis in to consume the flesh of the prey. You have probably seen these perfectly neat and bevelled holes in clam shells, the victims of these predators. It is thought they eat a clam about every four days. The Moon Snail's large foot and mantle have hollow sinuses into which water can be pumped. This helps it to glide along the surface like a plow, but also to dig in the sand. The tip of the foot is inserted into the sand where the snail pumps water into the underground part of the foot. Acting like an anchor, the foot pulls more of the body down into the sand. They often spend daylight hours buried, so I was lucky to see the number I did. Once the animal is buried it can move underground by selectively filling different parts of the foot with water to pull it through the sand. This is also where they encounter their prey. Moon Snails are big enough not to have many predators, but Sunflower Stars will attack them.
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Like all snails, Moon Snails reproduce by laying eggs which hatch as larvae and develop into tiny replicas of their parents. A female moon snail will lay thousands of eggs which are encased in a structure called a sand collar. She creates this egg case using mucus to
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CHILD HAVEN DINNER an evening of fund-raising to help continue the Cappuccino's efforts to make the world a better place for children
You will have the opportunity to meet the colourful couple Bonnie and Fred Cappuccino with their son Robin who will make a presentation on their life's work. Child Haven International is responsible for housing, nourishing, educating and loving over 1,300 destitute children in 10 different homes in India, Nepal, Tibet and Bangladesh. Their philosophy is based on the teachings of Mahatma Ghandi and respects all religions and cultures, disregards caste, practices equality of the sexes, vegetarianism, non-violence and simple living. Bonnie and Fred have been given the Governor General's Award for their humanitarianism. They have quite the story to share as, after having two children, they continued to adopt more children and only stopped when the number reached a total of 21! More amazing still is the fact that this dedicated elderly couple is still working
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for the world's children. You can learn more by going to www.childhaven.ca and you can find them on Facebook. You can also order the book (a very enjoyable read) by going to www.bonnieandher21children. com. So mark your calendar and buy your tickets, tables for groups can be reserved. You will not regret the experience - a divinely delicious Indian meal prepared by chef Rikhi Datt, music of the marimbas by the super energetic Kumbana Marimba Band, local choirs, a lovely Indian marketplace, silent auction for exotic jewelry and wares from India and a no-host bar. Tables for groups can be reserved by calling 250 752-0968 We will leave you with a quote from the kitchen staff at Child Haven "We inspire generosity and abundance by feeding people great vegetarian food beautifully prepared and presented with ease, peace and love....and a side of fun." At the Parksville Conference and Community Centre. 6 PM - 9 PM doors open at 5:30. Tickets: $30 and children 13 and under are $10. Order tickets on-line or go to Arbutus Fashions in Qualicum Beach or Fireside Books in Parksville All proceeds go directly to support the children
Out of its shell - the Moon Snail has an enormous 'foot' that undulates to move it slowly across the sands of the Salish Sea. It also uses its 'foot' to surround and overwhelm its prey.
cement the grains of sand together to form a layer of flexible material which surrounds her body. When finished, the snail leaves the sand collar by digging into the sand and moving away from underneath it. These egg masses often wash up on beaches, either whole or in fragments. A female Moon Snail can live for 14 years. Moon Snails were consumed by First Nations, but as they feed on clams, they may accumulate the poisons that cause paralytic shellfish poisoning, so they should be avoided. I hope you will enjoy watching them though. ~
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Lighthouse Country & beyond LIGHTHOUSE COMMUNITY CENTRE (LCC) 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. FOR MORE ACTIVITIES AT THE LCC, VISIT WWW.COMMUNITYHALL.CA SECOND SUNDAY MARKET at the Lighthouse Community Centre in Qualicum Bay – Sun. Oct 14th - 8am-noon, Pancake Breakfast - $6 or $8. Enjoy live music, breakfast, and shopping for a treasure! BOW HORNE BAY COMMUNITY CLUB Join us in the Nordin Room at the Lighthouse Community Ctr the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7pm. Welcome new members to keep our yearly events ongoing. Call Joanne Ferreiro 250-228-4231 or email us at bowhornebayclub@gmail.com ADULT BADMINTON. Mondays 7pm. ADULT PICKLEBALL. Thursdays 3:30pm. Lighthouse Community Centre in Qualicum Bay. Drop-in fee $4, equipment provided, beginners welcome, 15 years +. Info ph. 250-757-8307. email: steelehunt@shaw.ca
started meeting in Errington Hall in 2003. Your donation of $5-10 is GREATLY appreciated. Confirm attendance by email to Joanne@glasswing.com.
LIONS RECREATION HALL (LRH) 280 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. LET'S FLOOR CURL! A great sport for fun, friendship and game competition. We play Mondays and Fridays, 1-3pm in the Lions Rec Hall in lovely Qualicum Bay. Curling rocks are supplied. Floor curling is affordable, easy to play, great for all ages and capabilities. Our Club is 55+ BC Games eligible. Worth a try! FMI call Fred or Lorraine at 250-752-0216. LIGHTHOUSE COUNTRY SCRAPBOOKERS Meet 3rd Saturday monthly at the Lions' Rec Hall, 9:30am-4:30pm. $10. Door prizes. FMI Jorgie 250-757-8358 or Shirley 250-7578384. QUALICUM BAY LIONS CLUB – Meet at 7pm, every second and fourth Tuesday in the Lions Den at the Lions’ Rec Hall.
BOWSER / PARKSVILLE QUALICUM / NANAIMO / GULF ISLANDS DANCES OF UNIVERSAL PEACE – Sunday. October 14, 2018 3:15-5:00 at Good Nature Farms – The Blueberry farm - 2795 Grafton Ave, Qualicum Beach (actually Coombs)
LIGHTHOUSE SENIORS – Branch 152 – meet at 11:30am in the Seniors Room at the Lighthouse Community Centre on the first Monday of every month. For more information, please call Joan at 250-7579536. TAOIST™ TAI CHI - Mondays 10:00-noon at the Lighthouse Community Centre in Qualicum Bay. Contact: 250-240-3387 or parksville@taoist.org LIGHTHOUSE SPINNERS – Bring your Spinning Wheels and fibre and meet the Lighthouse Spinners at the LCC, Tuesdays at 10:30am. FMI Call 778-424-1001. CARPET BOWLING – 12:45 to 3pm at the LCC. FMI Call Layne (250) 757-8217. AA LIGHTKEEPERS – Fridays at 7pm at the LCC. BRIDGE – Seniors Room, 1-4pm Fridays at the LCC. FMI Sheila Steele 250-757-8307.
ABOUT DANCES OF UNIVERSAL PEACE Open to the whole community – to every one of any age, tradition, background and belief. The Dances were founded in the late 1960's in San Francisco with the purpose of promoting world peace. The Dances are now done in hundreds of cities worldwide. They consist of uncomplicated movements performed in a circle, combined with short lyrics / mantras from the many world’s spiritual traditions, ranging from meditative to celebratory in quality. Together with live music, they create an uplifting atmosphere and a sense of unity and community. We honor all spiritual and wisdom traditions, using words, mantras, songs and phrases from Buddhist, Hindu, Christian, Islamic, Jewish, Sufi, native traditions and more. No experience necessary. Everything is fully taught each time. This ongoing event is for the whole community. It’s comfortable, joyful, fun, and deep. We
The QUALICUM BEACH GARDEN CLUB presents Cheryl Hayward-Brown, who will discuss Ponds, Water Features and Rain Water Harvesting. The meeting takes place on Tuesday October 9, 2018 at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre on Jones street. Doors open at 7 pm, socialize and enjoy refreshments for the first half hour, the meeting and presentation takes place from 7:30-9:00 pm. All are welcome, nonmembers are charged $3. ELEGANT THREADS. QUALICUM WEAVERS AND SPINNERS will once again be holding their major sale of the year, packed with unique one of a kind handcrafted handwoven clothing, household linens and hand spun yarns. There will be a silent auction of members handwork, demonstrations of weaving and spinning, a free entry draw plus admission is free to all members of the public. The Qualicum Commons (formerly the elementary school), 744 Primrose Street, Qualicum V9K 1S3, November 23rd and 24th from 10 am to 5 pm EAGLECREST GARDEN CLUB. Meeting: October 17th at 7:00 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm). Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, West Hall, Guest fee: $3. Speaker: Kathy Claxton speaking on “Gardening for Winter Interest in the Landscape”. Kathy will present ideas on ways to keep your landscapes alive and interesting throughout the winter months. Kathy worked for years in the greenhouse world and has a lifetime of practical and theoretical gardening experience. She generously offers her knowledge with wit and humour! AREA 'H' ALL CANDIDATES MEETING. Wednesday October 3, 2018 at 7pm at the Lighthouse Community Centre, 240 Lions Way in Qualicum Bay. Come out to meet the candidates running for the position of Director of Nanaimo Regional District Area H. Your vote will count on October 20th!
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to all makes and models of lawnmowers and ride-on lawn tractors, including John Deere. Pick-up and delivery available. Used equipment for sale. Call (250) 702-2191 or email fixitshop009@gmail.com
WILDWOOD COMMUNITY CHURCH
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Veteran’s Appreciation Lunch. Doors open at 11:30AM. Lunch at 12pm. Ladies Auxiliary Christmas Cake orders being taken – Price $15 each – Call Millie @ 250-757-2390 – Some cakes will be ready for pick up on Nov. 11. Octoberfest starts at 7:30 pm. Tickets $10 at the Bar. Legion General meeting @ 7pm Poppy Campaign begins – Call the Legion for Wreath Orders. Tuesday............................................................... 5:00pm Tuesday............................................................... 6:30pm Wednesday......................................................... 4:00pm Wednesday......................................................... 6:30pm Thursday............................................................. 6:00pm Thursday............................................................. 7:00pm Friday.................................................................. 5:00pm
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