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EDITOR’S NOTE

A home for every object ayla Smith cares deeply about abandoned objects. Half of all the furnishings in her current apartment were picked up on the side of the road.

But it’s not about saving money, or about the fact that DANIELLE the UVic visual arts major has POPE been a self-described scavenger news@ since her second year in unimondaymag.com versity — she just believes that everything can be repurposed, and that nothing deserves to be abandoned.

Thus, Smith, 21, has created The Object Orphanage, an interactive community art project running from Nov. 10 to Dec. 1 that aims to reunite abandoned objects with new owners, all for free.

“I’ve been working a lot with finding the beauty in what we consider old and unwanted — making the ‘profane’ venerated,” says the fourth-year student, originally from Salmon Arm. “People are so quick to throw something out because it’s easier to get another $20 Ikea desk for your next house then it is to spend the time and money moving it, but, I think these things are still useful to someone.”

The orphanage, located at UVic’s sculpture yard behind the Visual Arts Building off Ring Road, will be open four days a week for anyone from the community to come and browse Smith’s found items, and take anything they want (even the desk she sits at) with only one condition: they have to sign an adoption form. While it’s not legally binding, the form will help Smith document the project as her final thesis before graduating, and perhaps turn it into something bigger — namely, examining how people treat abandoned objects.

“To me, this project is really a metaphor. I have a friend who is chronically depressed, and he has certainly experienced abandonment with all the stigmas he deals with. You could say society sees him as someone who is ‘broken’,” says Smith. “But he’s still a great guy, he works hard and he does the best he can.”

While Smith acknowledges that some people won’t find value in a spray-painted chair or broken speaker, she also believes everything still has a use.

And Smith says she’s found some amazing abandoned objects in her own searches. One, a book titled The Complete Patter, teaches the reader how to speak with a Glasgow accent, and came complete with a card addressed “Merry Xmas, Donna.”

“It’s just such a random thing to find, and there is beauty in the story these things hold,” Smith says. “So often, I’ll see someone leave a TV outside for free, and the next day it will be spray-painted and the next day someone will smash it ... It’s interesting to look at the abuse our society gives to abandoned objects, abandoned and homeless people, too, and really think about why that is.”

Smith invites others to bring any found items they no longer want to the orphanage, and says she will continue collecting donations (of the

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Kayla Smith believes no object should be abandoned, and created her Object Orphanage to help find homes.

object variety) until Dec. 1 — no money will be exchanged, as she hopes the project will make the objects themselves the commodity; art for art’s sake. “The community coming together to house these objects is the same community we need to come together to find solutions for our other abandoned members of society,” Smith says. “If anything, this project has made me see the value of volunteering. We all have a use.”

The Object Orphanage will be open Tuesdays 9am-1pm, Wednesdays and Thursdays 1-5pm and Saturdays, 9am-1pm until Dec. 1. For more info, email ObjectOrphanage@gmail.com.

HOPE FOR VIDEO GAMERS Nothing beats droning out to a mindless video game — especially when you can raise thousands of dollars for children by doing so.

Cue Desert Bus for Hope, the first internet fundraiser, that has raised over $800,000 for the charity Child’s Play over the last five years. And on Fri., Nov. 16, the group of gamers aims to start it all over again.

By playing what’s been labeled “the world’s most boring video game” 24/7 (for as long as the donations keep coming in), the group raises more than their fair share for kids. Watching people play might not sound like the most exciting way to spend time, but the Desert Bus for Hope livestream, which started in Victoria in 2007, is now watched by people in 131 countries. In 2011, the website had more than 650,000 pageviews and 150,000 unique visitors over the six days of the fundraiser. To join the fun or donate, visit desertbus.org. M

A bulletproof future ylaw officers in Colwood will soon be sporting a new garment under their uniforms — an extra layer that their fellow municipal regulators already wear in Victoria and Langford: a bulletproof vest.

After a recent review of the threat level faced by the officers, Colwood council decided the $1,000+ vests would be a wise purchase. Bylaw officer Kevin Atkinson told council that while most of the time people are comGRANT pliant, “sometimes they do get excited or agitated when McKENZIE we’re doing our job. . . . We’ve encountered kids with hammers, with knives . . . and we do support the RCMP editor@ in regards to loud parties and mischief.” mondaymag.com Just in case you missed that, let me repeat. Bylaw officers: the city employees whose main job is to follow up on nuisance complaints, such as building permits, noisy parties, burning bans, littering, drinking alcohol in public, etc., need to wear bulletproof vests.

Where the hell are we living?

Now, I have nothing against our bylaw officers taking every precaution to protect themselves while doing their job — I’m just appalled that the risk of reminding people to use common sense in their day-to-day lives requires the donning of a vest designed specifically to stop bullets.

The very idea that people have lost this much respect for each other, where the idea of someone asking you to turn down your music could be a life-ordeath situation, sends a chill of fear through me.

I’ve been around long enough that my rose-coloured glasses have been rubbed clear, and I’ve been fortunate to find that the majority of people are still decent and kind. But there is a dark underbelly on this Island that seems disproportionate to the population.

It reminds me of a zombie movie where the brain-eating monsters are always attracted to the one beacon of light where uninfected people are attempting to live in harmony. And the brighter the light, the more monsters it attracts.

If our bylaw officers need bulletproof vests, then they should have them, but we should all feel a little sad inside the first time they slip them on. M

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SONG STUCK IN MY HEAD The quality of our local musicians always amazes me, and two of our best have new CDs being released this month. Aidan Knight is only 26 years old, but his songs have a depth of emotion and understanding of someone much, much older. My favourite track from the band’s Small Reveal is the heartbreaking closing track “Margaret Downe.” Also, for a more sweet fiddle feel combined with incredibly beautiful harmonies, check out The Sweet Lowdown’s new release, May.

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MONDAY LIFE

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FOOD & DRINK - PAM GRANT

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REPORT CARD

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GEORGIA NICOLS HOROSCOPE

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EDITOR’S NOTE

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LETTERS

MONDAY GUIDE

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KIERAN REPORT

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CITY WATCHDOG

CITY SOMETHING Victoria’s The Sweet Lowdown is flourishing with new album

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THEATRE Re-imagining of parable-play is a modern take on a classic

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DANCE From NYC to YYJ with Ballets Jazz de Montreal

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FILM & LIBATION Skyfall is 007 at top of his game.

Movie Listings on Page 25 & 27.

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HELMET HAIR IS GOOD

Greg Goldberg loves helmet hair. So much so, that the 45-yearold Victorian who suffered a severe brain injury 15 years ago has started touring B.C. schools and activity centres to talk about the merits of messy locks.

Lindsay Van Gyn is a lot more than meets the eye. The UVic anthropology student ranks among the top finishers at the world’s most extreme obstacle course.

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Re: Sisters of Music, Nov. 8 - 14 Lovely article! As fans of both, any clarity on their relationship is such a reassurance!

I knew they often worked together in the past, but I wasn't sure if there was any kind of rift of sorts between them. It's heartwarming to know that they are still close friends, that they had been close friends, et cetera (Wikipedia doesn't leave you with much!). Fascinating, also, to hear about the shared inspirations and similarities behind album covers and such. Thank you!

CRYSTAL TECHAVANICH, OVIEDO, FLORIDA

Marijuana prohibition has failed Re: Editor's Note, Nov. 8 - 14

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Snail: 818 Broughton, V8W-1E4 E-mail: letters@mondaymag.com Not every letter makes it to print, but we do read everything we receive.

RCMP marijuana eradication efforts are no doubt well-intended, but ultimately counterproductive.

The drug war's distortion of immutable laws of supply and demand causes big money to grow on little trees.

Canadian tax dollars are wasted on antidrug strategies that only make marijuana growing more profitable. In 2002, the Canadian senate offered a common sense alternative to prohibition when the Special Committee on Illegal Drugs concluded that marijuana is relatively benign, marijuana prohibition contributes to organized crime, and law enforcement efforts have little impact on patterns of use. Consider the experience of Canada’s southern neighbour, the former land of the free and current record holder in citizens incarcerated. Based on findings that criminal records are inappropriate as health interventions, a majority of European Union countries have decriminalized marijuana. Despite marijuana prohibition

and perhaps because of forbidden fruit appeal, lifetime use of marijuana is higher in the U.S. than any European country.

The short-term health effects of marijuana are inconsequential compared to the longterm effects of criminal records. Canada should follow the lead of Europe and Just Say No to the American Inquisition.

ROBERT SHARPE, WASHINGTON, DC

Public input into ferries is valuable Re: Kieran Report, Nov. 8 - 14 In this epoch of fiscal belt-tightening, every public expense must be scrutinized by microscope. To argue, as the Kieran Report does, that "ferries are an extension of highways" only begs the question: what percent of the annual provincial budget should be devoted to highways, and what percentage of that to ferries? When I coughed up my gold Carecard at the Tsawwassen terminal recently, the one-way voucher promptly dropped from $65 to $50. Albeit pleased

to save the $15, the questions that need answering still come down to whether sailing a half-full Celebration class ship in November is an appropriate expense just as whether saving an OAP recipient $15 is an appropriate ticket pricing practice.

Though I shan’t attend the good minister’s moneysaving group grope sessions for ferries, it strikes me that citizen involvement in how to rationalize all public expenditure should not be disparaged or discouraged.

W. BAIRD BLACKSTONE, TSAWWASSEN, BC

Bullies were victims, too Re: Intolerance for bullying is the only solution, Letters - Nov. 8 - 14 (Doreen Marion Gee) calls for "radical intolerance" — there is nothing radical about intolerance, it is quite ordinary really. What would be radical would be an approach that utilizes love, compassion, support and respect to heal both parties. The bullies were at one time victims.

Models utilizing this approach are already up and running, i.e. re-

storative justice, which is having profound and lasting results. I suggest that love and compassion ought to be equally available for all — there will be no resolution by "punishing" the bully. The bullying behaviour without question is wrong and should not be tolerated — but it is necessary to separate the behaviour from the person — through a willingness to understand it is possible for the "perpetrator" to see how hurting others hurts them as well. All "bullies" are not "socio-paths" that is a gross misleading generalization.

As Gandhi once said "An eye for an eye makes the whole world blind" a call for love is not naive, it is more radical a shift than many can imagine — to say that is "misguided" and "dumbing down" would be suggesting a violent response to violence is intelligent. So deeply entrenched is the culture of violence that many are blind to the presence of it in their own hearts.

I stand for a vision of love, tolerance, and healing for all — there is nothing intelligent about resignation to the status quo.

ROB MASON, VICTORIA

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STREET SMARTS What would make you bike more in Victoria?

KIERAN REPORT

Liberals show they still don’t get it hey just don’t get it.

In March, m u l t i culturalism minister Harry Bloy — the Liberals’ answer to Homer Simpson — was fired BRIAN from Premier Christy KIERAN Clark’s inner circle bkieran@ because he was one mondaymag.com brick shy of an ethical load.

Bloy had come into possession of an email a reporter sent to the Ministry of Advanced Education. The email was seeking comment on one of the Liberals’ corporate donor buddies whose company was under investigation. When the reporter went to the company for an interview, his email was waved in his face. Bloy had alerted his pals.

At the time, Premier Clark’s reluctant leadership barely qualified as tough love: “I want to put this in context . . . because what he did was not illegal, although it was wrong.”

We jump ahead to November and we find Jobs Minister Pat Bell doing a credible recreation of Harry’s Homer role. In this case, Bell supplied a lobbyist with

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inside information related to one of his clients. This is not just any old run of the mill lobbyist, this is former Liberal MLA Bill Belsey who is the vice-president of the BC Liberals and who shills for Sun Wave Forest Products and other ventures owned by Chinese businessman Ni Ritao.

Bell tipped Belsey that government officials were structuring a settlement of a dispute with Ni Ritao. Bell’s dismissive reaction to being caught was: “There was nothing in there that would give me any cause for concern.”

A ministry statement defended Bell’s email to Belsey. “In sending the email to Mr. Belsey, Minister Bell was seeking additional perspective on the foreign language media reports,” it stated.

“Minister Bell’s job is to know as much as possible about international investment and investors based on information he receives from ministry staff and additional perspective from outside sources.”

NDP finance critic Bruce Ralston said: “The optics of it certainly suggest Belsey was getting preferential treatment and I think that stinks.”

Of course it stinks. It stinks just as bad as the breach that got Bloy fired.

So, you may ask, where is the premier in all this? The answer is nowhere. If the premier was going to appear remotely

An electric bike, or a community bike test where you get credits, then prizes for days you ride.

consistent, she would have fired Bell last week. Instead, she has been hiding in the tall grass.

The reason is simple; Bell is synonymous with the BC Jobs Plan, Clark’s paper-thin blueprint for economic prosperity. In the face of declining job numbers, the only thing that keeps the Jobs Plan remotely credible is the unflagging enthusiasm with which Bell continues to flog it.

Unlike the nincompoop Bloy, Bell has been a rock solid journeyman in cabinet.

If the premier did not have him out there trying to convince British Columbians that there is substance behind the Jobs Plan promises, she’d be in even deeper trouble than she is already.

There is one other element of this intrigue that is sticking to the Liberals like a bad barn yard smell and that is the lobbying status of Belsey. This Liberal insider knows he is required by law to register with the government; however, the list of all 393 registrations with the Office of the Registrar of Lobbyists does not include the names Belsey or Sun Wave. Further, a search back two years of expired lobby registrants also comes up empty.

These guys just keep making a compelling argument for political renewal, don’t they? M

FRED ROUSSEAU, Victoria

A dog trailer.

I have three dogs in tow.

KATIE CALLAGHAN, Victoria

I’ll always ride my bike no matter what, but more lock stands would be nice.

VICTORIA SIMMERLING, Victoria

I probably need to buy one!

CITY WATCHDOG

Open government more theory than practice few weeks ago, the City of Victoria sought to limit the number of Freedom of Information requests journalists at a local magazine could make to one at a time. According to Focus publisher David Broadland, the action was an attempt to prevent him from gathering evidence that the city had been actively misleading the public about crucial details of the SIMON Johnson Street Bridge replacement.

NATTRASS After public condemnation proved both snattrass@ swift and terrible, the city withdrew its mondaymag.com application at the last minute. Last week, the magazine finally received a response.

Unfortunately, the request revealed that the evidence which could either prove or disprove that the city lied in order to convince residents to vote “Yes” in the 2010 referendum had been destroyed.

Rather than the original notes that Focus requested, the minutes of the JSB Steering Committee were released after several conspicuous alterations. While the city’s response states that it is “common procedure to destroy ... notes as soon as meeting minutes are finalized,” Broadland indicates the possibility of censorship, as

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procedure dictates that official minutes undergo private scrutiny before release.

Meanwhile, council was busy voting down a motion from Coun.

Ben Isitt to begin proactively disclosing important documents related to the JSB project instead of waiting for reporters and exasperated citizens to file FOI requests.

By requiring constant disclosure of information related to projects with a price tag over $5 million, Isitt’s motion could have prevented a recurrence of last week’s fiasco by highlighting information gaps as they appear rather than revealing them years after any hope of recovering lost data has evaporated.

Isitt expressed concern over the “common procedure” of destroying potentially useful records. “We don't know at the time that records are created, what particular information is needed, so I think the precautionary principal and the best practice would be to retain records unless there’s a compelling reason to destroy them.”

The city’s response leaves many questions unanswered. What happens to information that doesn’t make it into official minutes?

What truth is edited out to protect the city’s interests in the face of public scrutiny? Time and again the city has reiterated its commitment to open government, but this week’s events have made it clear that, at the very least, this commitment doesn’t extend to the Johnson Street Bridge. M

COBY JENKINS, Victoria

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Survivor embraces his ‘Helmet Hair’ BRAIN INJURY OPENS CYCLIST’S EYES

By Danielle Pope

without one is just $29 for both youth and adults.

Russell, who has been an advocate of enforcing cycling laws for 12 years, says the station sees a huge reg Goldberg loves helmet hair. difference in accidents between those who choose to So much so, that the 45-year-old wear a helmet and those who decide not to.

Victorian who suffered a severe brain In 2011, a cyclist traveling on Vancouver Street injury 15 years ago has started touring crashed when his tire clipped a pebble. He was not B.C. schools and activity centres to talk wearing a helmet and now remains in a permanent about the merits of messy locks. vegetative state.

“As a head-injury survivor, I was appalled to learn “The most popular excuse we hear is ‘I forgot it.’ a large number of teenagers and adults living in B.C. But do you forget to put your seat belt on, or wear a simply refuse to wear a helmet while riding their life jacket if you go boating?” says Russell. “The one bikes,” says Goldberg. “I was even more appalled that gets me, and that you will absolutely get a ticket that the prime reason for this was — prepare your- for, is people who ride around with their helmet on self for shock — the dreaded Helmet Hair.” their handlebars. That’s just being ignorant.”

The message Despite a study would drive Goldberg performed last month to pedal a new camfrom the Canadian paign aimed at snapMedical Association ping people before that found cyclists who it’s too late: helmet don’t wear a helmet stickers with a mesare three times more sage for adults and likely to die as the youth, “Helmet hair result of a head injury, or long-term care? controversy remains — you can’t comb over whether or not out a brain injury,” helmets actually preand “Helmet head or vent fatal injuries. In hospital bed? Please the association’s study, wear your helmet.” collisions with motor When Goldberg vehicles accounted for suffered a vehicle 77 per cent of fatalicollision in Ontario ties, and ICBC reports in 1997, his left temhave shown that poral lobe was damcycling accidents on aged, jeopardizing his the Island involving speech and memory vehicles and bikes have functions. He doesn’t gone up 21 per cent remember the acci(from 230 incidents in dent — in fact, he 2007 to 280 in 2011). lost four months of Goldberg sees those memories previous numbers as red flags DANIELLE POPE to the crash — and Goldberg knows the dangers of cycling without a helmet. that more awareness his right side remains is needed. His two numb. It took eight campaign sponsors, years of rehabilitation to recover the functions he the Cridge Centre for Family and the provincial B.C. could but, in the meantime, he lost his job as a high Brain Injury Association, agree. school teacher, his wife and the life he knew.

“We have to start looking at helmets to be a won“I had the white picket fence and the dog, too, derful fashion statement,” Goldberg says. “People but a very high percentage of marriages end [after are afraid of the ‘inconvenience,’ but helmets save a] brain injury, because you are just not the person lives, and your brain is your most precious organ.” they married,” says Goldberg. “If I can convince To display this, Goldberg offers demonstrapeople that the inconvenience of helmet hair is tions to children and parents using peaches (or nothing compared to the inconvenience of a brain tomatoes, depending on the season), to repinjury, my work will be done.” resent quadrants of the brain, dropped first in With life rewritten, Goldberg moved to Victoria the comfort of a helmet, then without one. The 10 years ago and began working with other people results are always the same. suffering brain injuries through the Cridge Centre’s “Kids see the peaches bump around, then they Mary Cridge Manor. He also began teaching spin see them smash, and we talk about what would classes at the YMCA three times a week and, two happen in each injury,” says Goldberg. “This months ago, got remarried to a doctor. peach, the parietal lobe, means your senses, Since last spring, some bike advocates and even touch, taste and smell would be affected, the politicians have urged the province to relax hel- occipital lobe means your vision would be affectmet laws, arguing the strict laws prevent cycling ed, with the frontal lobe, your motor skills would altogether. Vancouver’s former city planner Brent be damaged and with the temporal lobe, your Toderian asked public officials to look at the macro language would be hurt.” health benefits of more people cycling, rather than Goldberg just hopes others will heed his story. focusing on individual injuries, and some Victorians “It should not have to take a life-threatening have echoed that sentiment. experience to make people realize this is something “I’ve seen the after-effects of what a simple deci- we have to take seriously,” he says. “It took a lot of sion can make, and it can be devastating,” says Cst. hard work and devotion to get to where I am today, Michael Russell, VicPD spokesperson. to find myself again.” M Since 1996, B.C. law has required all cyclists to Contact Goldberg for a talk through tbitalks.com. wear a helmet, yet the fine for being caught riding news@mondaymag.com

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I wanted to do physically every bit that my body was capable of doing. I wanted to stretch every last ounce of muscle strength, every last breath. When I was crawling and dying, I wanted to keep reaching and power myself through it.

I competed against myself and it was awesome.

AL SMITH

She’s one Tough Mudder LINDSAY VAN GYN TURNS HER PERSONAL DEMONS INTO STRENGTH indsay Van Gyn is a lot more than meets the eye.

The fourth-year UVic anthropology student ranks among the top five per cent of finishers at Tough Mudder, the world’s most extreme obstacle course, and has been invited to compete in the World’s Toughest Mudder event this weekend in Englishtown, New Jersey.

But in entering this 24-hour hardcore endurance race, Van Gyn, 32, is doing more than crawling under barbed and electrified wire fences, plunging into ice-filled ditches and climbing slippery MARY ELLEN GREEN mud-drenched hills, she’s overcoming obstacles in arts @mondaymag.com her personal life, too.

“Not only am I a full-time student, a personal trainer and doing the World’s Toughest Mudder, I’m celebrating one year clean and sober today,” says Van Gyn, just seconds after introducing herself at a downtown coffee shop.

I contacted Van Gyn after hearing about her world invitation, where competitors attempt to complete as many laps of an 8-to-10 mile course, sprinkled with as many as 40 obstacles, in a 24-hour period. Four hours later, we were talking openly about her more than 15-year struggle with drugs and alcohol, something she kept hidden from public scrutiny, until now.

“I’ve been thinking a lot about things and I’m ready to start talking about it,” says Van Gyn, who has been in and

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People might judge me more, or my life might be a little bit harder, but I want people to see who I really am and I want people to be motivated by my ability to be truthful about my disease. out of a 12-step addictions program for more than threeand-a-half years.

“I’m living in long-term recovery,” she says. “At this time last year, I decided I wanted a better way of living. I was tired of the struggle and I was extremely tired of staying in the shadows. I think a lot of the reason I had trouble staying clean was that I felt I wasn’t able to be honest with people. I felt there was stigma.”

Her close friend, an aboriginal woman she met in recovery and who introduced her to First Nations spirituality, passed away suddenly a year ago and her death ignited a fire to get clean.

“I thought ‘how can this disease take such a beautiful woman?’ and then I thought, maybe it’s time for me to start looking at myself as that beautiful person, too.”

Van Gyn began focusing on both her physical and mental

fitness and, eight months ago, she was certified as a personal trainer.

“I’ve always had a passion for fitness. It was actually at a recovery-based get-together that I found out about Tough Mudder, and I’ll tell you something, that was an amazing moment because someone showed me a video on the computer and my heart raced and I got goosebumps and I was like, ‘this is what I’ve been training for my whole life.’”

Van Gyn registered for the Whistler event with a team of 10, made up of family and friends. They completed the course in three hours and 45 minutes.

“It was fun for me, the sense of camaraderie. I got teary halfway through when I realized ‘I get to do this today, with my family, What?!’ Seven months before that, something like that was so far from my grasp. I relished every second.”

Three months later, she entered the Seattle event with a close friend. Not only did she beat her previous time by two hours, she was the first woman to cross the finish line.

“I wanted to do physically every bit that my body was capable of doing. I wanted to stretch every last ounce of muscle strength, every last breath. When I was crawling and dying, I wanted to keep reaching and power myself through it. I competed against myself and it was awesome,” she says.

Because of her impressive finishing time, Van Gyn was invited to compete in the world event. She was interested, but knew she couldn’t afford the trip, so she decided to start Continued on Page 11

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Ghomeshi released his autobiography, 1982, this fall and will thrill Victoria fans with a stop at Alix Goolden Performance Hall on Nov. 20 to share his stories. The book chronicles a 14-yearold Ghomeshi’s desire to be David Bowie, much to the confusion and alarm of his Iranian parents.

Intent on becoming a New Waver to capture the heart of his ideal (older) woman, Wendy, Ghomeshi’s coming-of-age story also serves as a cultural and musical history of the early ’80s.

“There is a beautiful sense of abandonment you have as an early teenager, where the most important thing in the world is camping out, waiting for heroes to appear . . . music was such ROCKITPROMO a trigger for me and pop culture was a big part of my education,” says Ghomeshi. “One thing I did Canadian Jian Ghomeshi has penned a book about take from that is I always followed my passion, adolescence and the meaning of “cool” in 1982. even when it wasn’t the smart thing to do or what my parents wanted me to do.”

1982 exposes the lengths Ghomeshi would go Medicine and Engineering,” he says. “But they to in order to watch his musical heroes — like showed enough latitude for me to really folcamping out in front of a recording studio in low what I loved and what I loved was theatre, Thornhill every day for three weeks with his best political science and history in university, and friend, just hoping to hear Rush’s new record- then music, playing in a band, media and ing and maybe meet an idol. Yet broadcasting.” the book also reflects how that The book is filled with stories JIAN GHOMESHI strength of will translated into showcasing how deeply music Thanks to Bolen Ghomeshi’s adult life. and art impacted Ghomeshi’s life, Books, Ghomeshi will “There is a kind of passion including his ability to be creative be at Alix Goolden you can have as a teenager, for through clothing (and, at times, Performance Hall anything, particularly music,” he makeup), and participating in his (907 Pandora) Tues., says. “As adults, we don’t allow own theatrical and musical scene Nov. 20, 7pm. ourselves the same time to explore — down to becoming a member of and really throw ourselves into the Thornlea School Association, passions the way we do as kids, and organizing dance events. and we are prevented by practical realities like “Arts and theatre education are fundamen‘I have to go to work or pick up the groceries’ or tal and can play an important role in fostering whatever it is.” critical thinking,” Ghomeshi says. “It really was Ghomeshi says, in 1982, he was at a place in his in theatre that I learned to question things and life that could have gone in two possible directions. have a critical mind — I wasn’t just absorbing, “If my parents had their say, this book would in a top-down way, what the teacher was saying; have been called, How I Became Successful in it was a dialogue.” M

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Now, Acker has penned her long-anticipated nonfiction book about the experience, Gardens Aflame: Garry Oak Meadows of BC’s South Coast, set to launch this Fri., Nov. 16, 7pm at the Moka House (#1031633 Hillside). With a piquant mix of philosophy, science, aesthetics, poetics, cultural geography and politics, Acker’s book examines Victoria’s relationship with its beloved Garry Oak, studies how humans have positively affected nature and looks at “how we, too, might live in the world as if it were home.”

“In my research for this book, I discovered there are so many instances where humans have played a positive role in affecting our environment and making the world a better place, which is an idea I have struggled with,” says Acker. “I was able to really

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focus on why we care about the things we do, and what it means to co-exist.”

Speaking of that coexistence, when Monday first reported on Acker’s development of her backyard ecosystem in July 2011, some neighbours thought it was simply weeds, and even called municipal authorities to bully her yard back into suburban standards. Yet the City of Saanich agreed to support Acker in her efforts, so long as she agreed to mow a one-foot strip off the boulevard. Meanwhile, her neighbours put up a fence, which Acker says acts as a delightful framing backdrop to some of her more colourful native flowers.

“It’s been a really incredible experience, and I think a case of just many people not understanding what I am trying to do,” she says. “We still need a lot more understanding out there about the value of nature scaping, and supporting a native ecosystem.”

Acker has since been appointed to the Garry Oak Ecosystem Recovery Team’s board of directors, and hopes to one day complete a doctorate on the subject.

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Lindsay Van Gyn ranks among the top finishers at the world’s most extreme obstacle course.

ONE TOUGH MUDDER Continued from Page 9 a campaign at indiegogo.com to raise the money she needs for transportation, entry fees and equipment.

“When I got invited, I kept it to myself for a couple of days. You don’t just throw something like that around unless you’re going to do it. So I had to figure out a way to do it, but I also needed the money.”

Any money raised over and above the approximately $2,000 she needs to get to New Jersey will be donated to the iBelieve Foundation (ibelieve. com). Created by her childhood neighbour, Simon Ibell, iBelieve is dedicated to finding a cure for Mucopolysaccharidosis II (MPS II or Hunter syndrome), a rare disease Ibell has lived with his whole life.

“I’ve raised $700 already, but I’m really hoping to give him something with three zeros at the end of it,” she says.

Van Gyn has also seen support from businesses in the community, donating nutrition support, a wetsuit and even some of her favourite snacks to take along to the event.All that help means she can spend more time and energy training.

“The Van Gyn way to do things is never halfassed. It’s like it’s always extreme and then crank it up a little more,” she says. Van Gyn works out five days a week, both indoor and outdoor, in a mix of cardiovascular endurance and anaerobic training. “That’s that awful threshold where you feel like you’re going to puke,” she says. “Get there and then crank it up.”

Van Gyn says it’s important to focus on upper body strength and explosive power for Tough Mudder events, the opposite of how you would train for a marathon.

“I would run a marathon if the people on the sidelines were trying to stop me from finishing,” she says. “When everyone is just cheering you on, it’s boring. I have no desire to do that.”

Her goals for the World’s Toughest Mudder event are twofold: complete three full laps (almost marathon distance, with more than 100 obstacles thrown

I hope this can reach one mother or father of an addict, or a sister that will encourage them to talk about it. And I hope it will encourage other people in the program to come out of the shadows. in), and stick it out for the full 24 hours.

“Last year, there were 900 participants. Only 100 finished,” says Van Gyn. “My first lap is a test. I need to figure out which obstacles I’ll spend the most energy on and think about what the course is going to look like at three in the morning and where I can conserve energy.”

Van Gyn also wants to help her community with this opportunity to compete on the world stage.

“There’s a responsibility that I have to use this opportunity to help others benefit. If it’s just me that benefits, what’s the point? Big effin’ deal, I completed an obstacle course. What I’m saying now about addiction takes more courage than going to New Jersey to compete in Tough Mudder ... For the rest of my life, I can look back and say ‘This is what I did in the first year of recovery, what do you want to do?’” M

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If you have ever felt like an intruder in Chinatown’s labyrinth of markets and shops, Fink will show you what to buy, where to find it and how to use it. Her Chinatown walking tours are fun and informative, teaching you to source fresh Thai and Vietnamese ingredients, in addition to Chinese condiments, with confidence. Participants enjoy a tea tasting at Silk Road Tea Company, sample delicious Chinese barbeque and baked goods, and take home a comprehensive ingredient guide and recipe package. The next tour is this Sun., Nov. 18 from 2pm to 4:30pm. Tickets are $50 per person and tours are limited to 7 participants. For more info or to register, visit chefheidifink.com

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For the last 61 years, Le Beaujolais Nouveau has been released like clockwork on the third Thursday of November. At its best, this wine is loaded with bright fruit owing to carbonic maceration. In this process, clusters of grapes are sealed in a tank, which traps the carbon dioxide and displaces the oxygen. The grapes then ferment in their skins, preserving the fresh, bright flavours and keeping the tannins low. In a few short weeks, the juice is collected, filtered and bottled. The resulting product is meant to be drunk young — and slightly cool.

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All indications are that Beaujolais’ most famous export should be quite palatable this year, however. In anticipation, Chef Fort has created a special three-course menu for $49 (including a glass of Beaujolais Nouveau) available from Nov. 15 to the end of the month.

While I can’t guarantee the quality of the wine, I can tell you the food is fabulous. Diners can choose from either his addictive lobster bisque of pate du chef before tucking into the ultimate comfort food, cassoulet. Fort told me a hilarious story of his starving student days in Pau where he and his neighbours subsisted on bread, cheap wine and the French student equivalent of Kraft Dinner, canned cassoulet, cooked (burnt acually) on top of a wood stove. The cassoulet diners to his restaurant, however, will enjoy tender, aromatic white beans baked with garlic, herbs, wine and a melange of pork and duck confit, sausage and lamb. Finish with Poire a la Beaujolaise — pears poached in red wine and spices.

If you don’t like cassoulet, console yourself with the best pepper steak and Caesar salad in town from the regular menu. Chez Michel is located at 1841 Oak Bay Avenue. Call 250- 598-2015 for reservations. M

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he Bourgogne or Burgundy wine region in eastern France produces red and white wines with equal success. Top wines from Burgundy command dizzying prices, but you don’t have to break the bank to enjoy excellent examples from this region.

One of my two favourites under $20 is Beaujolais Village - Jadot Combes Aux Jacques, another wonderful example of what can be done with the Gamay grape.

This vivacious, medium bodied red wine makes the perfect companion to assorted charcuterie, crusty bread and a good piece of Brie. Also enjoy it with oilier fish such as grilled sardines, salmon or tuna. To get the most from this wine or any Beaujolais, serve it lightly chilled.

The other, Bourgogne Aligote – Jaffelin is a pale varietal offering crisp notes of lemon and apple and an enticing floral bouquet. If you like Pinot Grigio, you’ll love this light, crisp white wine which is particularly good with roast chicken, seafood salads or grilled fish, or simply alone as a excellent aperitif. M

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Sweet Lowdown, is flourishing with Bremer has visited India many times, but a its new album, May, being released recent trip to the city of Lucknow for a friend’s Thurs., Nov. 15 at the Victoria Event wedding inspired a song by the same title on the Centre. album.

The trio — Amanda Blied “It was complete craziness. on guitar, Shanti Bremer on That’s sort of what the tune THE SWEET LOWDOWN banjo and Miriam Sonstenes is like as well,” she says with CD Release show on fiddle — who share vocal a laugh.

Thurs., Nov. 15 and songwriting duties, are The band worked with a Victoria Event Centre excited about the possibilinew producer on this album, Doors at 7pm, show at 7:30pm ties to perform, tour and recording on Mayne Island (in Tickets $10 in advance at teach that may accompany May) with Adrian Dolan (The Lyle’s Place, Larsen Music and their second album.

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Long and McQuade “We’ve got that springtime “We’ve known him for a $13 at the door. of life feeling,” says Bremer. long time and we’re so excited “We’re all really excited. and honoured he would work We’re on the same page and with us,” says Bremer. we feel like the opportunities are endless.”

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GHOSTS OF THE PLAZA et ready for an interactive theatre experience exploring our very own Victoria Plaza Hotel (formerly the Century Inn) in Ghosts of the Plaza, opening Nov. 16 at the Oddfellows Hall (1315 Douglas).

Hear stories of suicide, suspence and the supernatural told from the perspective of some of the women who lived and worked there.

Ghosts of the Plaza follows the hotel’s 101-year history as a prohibitionera Speakeasy, an Arabian nights-themed hotel and a beatnik coffee house in an interactive series of vignettes. They may have been silent until now, but ultimately, the Ghosts of the Plaza will have their say.

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ow can I be good when everything is so expen- fourth-year student Simon Farrow, is immense, successfully porsive?” asks the struggling prostitute Shan Te in traying the vastness of a metropolis, complete with a skyscraper Phoenix Theatre’s production of Good Person of skyline and corrugated metal slums with walls that retract to Setzuan by Bertolt Brecht. reveal Shen Te’s humble retail shop. The set doesn’t necessarily This parable-play, first performed in 1943, resemble China, though, but more of a modern international anyultimately asks the question ‘how can a person be good in a world city, which makes a lot of sense considering the issues in the play that is not?’ The answer, ultimately, is for the audience to decide. are universal.

The play opens with Wang (played with virtuosity by Kale Costume designer Kat Jeffery’s use of armbands emblazoned Penny), a water seller, anticipating the arrival of the “enlightened with the names of mega-corporations really brought home the ones” — three gods searching for “good” people in the world, who theme of humans being slaves to unchecked corporate greed. live according to their moral principles.

In the second act, even the gods belonged to multinationals like With the gods also in search of lodging for the night, Wang Google, Yahoo and YouTube. sets off to find an appropriate host, but is only able to find a room At two and a half hours, Good Person of Setzuan is a serious with a prostitute, Shen Te (performed with clarity by fourth-year undertaking, but a successful one, as Phoenix Theatre again manacting student Veronique Piecry), who cannot turn them away aged to keep my undivided attention throughout. M because of her innate kindness.

After meeting Shen Te (and a very animated discussion), the gods are reassured that there is indeed good left in the world, and they leave her with a large sum of money — enough to both help her survive and test her altruism.

Shen Te buys a humble retail shop — which due to her social conscience hastily devolves into a THIS IS THE BEST HOLIDAY SHOW I KNOW, FOR PEOPLE OF ANY shelter for the needy — and quickly develops the AGE, CREED, OR COLOUR. ITS MESSAGE OF LOVE IS UNIVERSAL nickname “Angel of the Suburbs.”

AND ONE THAT WE NEED NOW MORE THAN EVER. TORONTO STAR The more she gives, the more people take, and Shen Te is forced to protect herself, and her investment, by creating an alter-ego, cut-throat male cousin Shui Ta (also played by Piercy, with the addition of a simple mask and an Adidas track suit).

At first, Shui Ta only comes around when things get out of hand, but has more of a permanent presence as things spiral out of control.

Sadly, not much has changed since Brecht finished the play in 1943 — wars still rage, genocide still happens and people are still doing what they can to survive. Director Conrad Alexandrowicz (artistic director of Wild Excursions Performance) brings modern touches to the production by removing it from 1940s’ Setzuan and bringing it into the 21st century, although at times some of the more modern language is jarring compared to the prose Brecht has written (“Put that in your pipe and smoke

by CHARLES DICKENS, adapted by MICHAEL SHAMATA it”).

Alexandrowicz’s extensive experience with physical theatre shines through in this production, with the large ensemble cast — there was always something going on in the background, but it was never distracting from the story itself.

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hen Christina Bodie returned to NYC to perform in Les Ballets Jazz de Montreal’s latest eclectic performance, excitement was soon clogged with concern and frustration. The Julliard alum could only wait on the sidelines as Hurricane Sandy caused the cancellation of The Joyce Theatre’s seven scheduled performances. It wasn’t the Western Canadian’s first NYC disaster, either.

“You know, it was interesting. I was also in New York for 9-11. It was like my third day of school. The city really came together.” Bodie’s alma mater followed suit, donating rehearsal space while the theatre prayed for electricity that would never come.

Safe now on the opposite coast, Bodie and Ballet Jazz are heading to Victoria to showcase three new pieces in their 40th season. “See the World” features the choreography of a Canadian, an Israeli and a Spaniard to kick off Dance Victoria’s 16th season.

According to Bodie, the city-sight-and-sound inspired “Night Box” by Vancouverite Wen Wei Wang is full of “moments when I can just be myself.

It was just what came out naturally for me.”

But if she had to pick her favourite, the choice is simple. “Harry” by Barak Marshall is the dance of internal struggle. “It connects to my soul when

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I dance this piece. There’s something very human about it… and it satisfies that part of me that always wanted to do Broadway!”

“Zero In On” is a duet between Kevin Delaney and Céline Cassone. The pair performs the intricate choreography of Cayento Soto “incredibly.”

Every choreographer is different. Marshall’s piece was already choreographed when he came to the BJM. Wang offered a phrase of dance and then worked with the dancers to complete the piece. All the choreographers are extremely open to dancer feedback and that’s a big part of the magic of BJM. “I’ve danced professionally now for eight years.

I’ve learned that you don’t always need the perfect aesthetic to be a good dancer. Of course there’s a professional level we need to have.”

Bodie’s training in classical ballet at The Royal Winnipeg Ballet was cut short by ankle surgery, making point work impossible. In her year off and back home in Edmonton, Brodie auditioned for Julliard. Then, in 2007, she joined Ballet Jazz and calls the once devastating injury “a blessing.”

If Les Ballet Jazz de Montreal gives its dancers a break, the Alberta native is looking forward to exploring the streets and cafes of Victoria for the second time. Don’t wait to bump into her.

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Songwriter takes wholistic approach JULIE DOIRON'S LATEST ALBUM IS WRENCHINGLY TENDER

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A Smile: “I was the only one who wanted to keep the tour going, but the rest… the guys didn’t like crossing borders and they were afraid of the ulie Doiron takes a deep belly breath, but States. I was, too, we’re all kinda homebodies and not to settle her nerves or ease a bout of so we we’re really comfortable in Canada. There’s stage fright. She may be a lauded song- not many cities in Canada that are scary. You stress and beloved acoustic performer, know, when you come out of a club, for the most but right now she’s simply trying to strike part, no one’s going to hassle you.” a perfect pose.

Today, Doiron admits those old outlooks were “I do yoga to get grounded. I have a very hard completely wrong — and like a muscle that’s time being focused, and yoga allows me to do grown elastic from yoga classes, Doiron says she’s that,” the New Brunswick-born songwriter says of stretched past those stiff, rigid beginnings. the stances she learns and sometimes teaches at a “Who’s Eric’s Trip?” she says with a coy, sarToronto studio/fitness club just around the cor- castic smile about her former band, before elaboner from the Tranzac venue she frequently gigs at. rating about those touring anxieties: “No, I don’t She adds that measured respiration not only helps think I’ve ever really been hassled anywhere, I her remain calm and confident onstage, it also personally love being on tour in the States, and helps her project her voice thuneverywhere. We were just young derously through the air, adding: at the time and felt more comfort“Breathing is totally the key.” able at home.”

JULIE DOIRON Doiron hopes her songwriting But nowhere has she shown Thurs., Nov. 15 holds the same holistic qualities. more growth than in her songLucky Bar Her latest album, the recently writing, bending flexibly between 8pm released So Many Days, features her native Acadie tongue and Tickets: $20 at Lyle's wrenchingly tender strummed English, avoiding the supposed Place and Ditch numbers like “Can’t Make It No pitfalls of both languages that Records More”, “I Thought I Could Do It” used to inhibit her lyricism. As juliedoiron.com and “Another Second Chance.” she told Comes With A Smile in “Basically, I woke up one mornthat same interview about her ing feeling really super depressed,” first all-French album, 2001’s she says of the circumstances that Désormais: sparked that latter song. “The idea behind it is “A lot of people who do speak French were realizing that I haven’t really taken the oppor- quite relieved when they heard the record, that tunities that I’ve been given. I have been very it was still as intimate as my English stuff. They fortunate to be able to do what I do. But I guess were worried that I’d start doing typically French, I felt that this time, if I had another chance, that y’know, stories and stuff, which it’s not really, it’s I might finally feel like making the most of it. very personal.”

I would be most grateful for any chance to do She tries to explain that outlook today, even things right.” though such a description seems tricky—like a That description is akin to her lyrics — frank pose that leaves her reaching past her grasp. and heartfelt, relatable because it’s so loose and “I think what I meant was I wanted to keep the universal, to the point of being a bit vague. same intimacy as the English-language songs I Occasional opaqueness isn’t the only critique had written, and not have the French ones be like she’s received over the years. The regret she the traditional ‘folk’ style narrative storytelling, described above reaches all the way back to her which I’ve grown to love,” she says, adding that former band, 1990’s alt troupe Eric’s Trip, which she hopes to write and record more French tunes was dropped from legendary music label Sub- soon, before admitting with a laugh that she has Pop. trouble articulating what exactly could inspire The troupe broke up not long after that, in those songs.

1996. Doiron even has minor qualms to this day “I hope to always be growing as a songwriter. about their final gigging arrangements. She was I guess I do believe that I’ve gotten better. I’m dwelling on it back in 2002 as well, when told just not very good at explaining about what it is the now equally defunct U.K. fanzine Comes With I do.” M arts@mondaymag.com

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fter 50 years of killing it as the definitive cinematic superspy, James Bond remains at the very top of his game. (Conjure on that, Harry Potter!) Skyfall, the 23rd title in the series and the third outing for Daniel Craig as suave and deadly 007, has cyber-terrorism as the threat du jour. But notwithstanding a silky uber-villain, exotic locales, kinetic chases, a few droll quips and all the other expected tropes, this is a grimmer, almost elegiac affair, one suffused with feelings of mortality and compromise. Exhilarating, sure, but also with unexpectedly powerful dramatic elements likely to leave the audience shaken as well as stirred.

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EVENTS CALENDAR MUSIC THURS. NOV. 15 BRANDI DISTERHEFT Accomplished Vancouver upright bassist currently residing in New York comes to Hermann's Jazz Club (753 View) at 7:30pm. $19/22.

THE SWEET LOWDOWN Victoria's bluegrass and old-time sweethearts release their sophomore album, May, at the Victoria Event Centre (1415 Broad) at 7:30pm. $10 at Larsen Music, Long and McQuade and Lyle's Place. $13 at the door..

ERIC HARPER - Singer-songwriter in the spotlight at The Well (821 Fort).

7:15pm. $12.

THE ADULTS -Geoff Lundstrom and Jason Cook play high-energy groovebased party music. $5 after 9pm at Canoe Brewpub (450 Swift).

FIOLÛTRÖNIQ -ClÊo PalacioQuintin (flute and electronics), Elin SÜnderstrÜm (viola da gamba), with Katelyn Clark (haprischord) present Les folles alliÊes a concert of works

by Canadian composers inspired by the theme of “La Folia.� 8pm at Open Space (510 Fort). $15/10.

BEATLESHOW -Get ready to Twist and Shout with a tribute to the Beatles directly from Planet Hollywood Las Vegas. 7:30pm at McPherson Playhouse. $56.50. Two for one ticket code is "Michelle" at checkout. Rmts.bc.ca or 250-3866121.

JULIE DOIRON -East coast singersongwriter (formerly of Eric's Trip) comes to Lucky Bar. With Northcote.

8pm. $20.

FRI. NOV. 16 MUSICIRUS- The Cage 100 festival continues with Sonic Lab, presenting Musicircus (5-7pm), followed by Etcetera, Ryoanji and Concert for Piano and Orchestra (8-10pm).

Philip T. Young Recital Hall in UVic's MacLaurin Building. By donation.

MURRAY LOGAN- With special guest Jaime Nolan. 7pm at Solstice Cafe (529 Pandora). $10.

JACK AND MAY- Jack Stevenson and May Brown bring quirky, intelligent wit, originals and covers to James Bay Coffee and Books (143 Menzies). After open stage at 8pm.

By donation.

CHRIS VELAN- Music born of duality. Velan sings of things big and small, of darkness and beauty, love and destruction, and of the struggle for personal fulfillment against the doubts that so often hold us back $5 after 9pm at Canoe Brewpub (450 Swift) DIAMOND RINGS- With Gold & Youth at Club 9ONE9. 7pm. $15.

ROCOCODE- With Sindey York at Felicitas Campus Pub. 9pm. $10/8.

SAT. NOV. 17 ART OF THE TRIO- A house concert-style performance featuring American jazz pianist and Steinway artist Randy Porter with renowned bassist Tom Wakerling and local drummer Kelby MacNayr. 7:30pm at Allison Piano Showroom (2328 Government). $20.

CHRIS DONNELLY- Presents Myriad: a Toronto-based jazz trio featuring Donnelly on piano, Daniel Fortin on bass and Ernesto Cervini on drums. 7pm at Hermann's Jazz Club (753 View). $15/18.

DIEMAHLER STRING QUARTETLed by Maestro Pablo Diemecke, presenting The Spirit of the 18th Century, with music from Haydn, Mozart and Schubert. 2:30pm at St. Mary's The Virgin Church (1701 Elgin). $25.

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Activist hip hop supergroup The Coup is playing Club 9ONE9 Sun., Nov. 18.

RUN FOR COVER-Local indie powerpop rock group. $5 after 9pm at Canoe Brewpub (450 Swift).

HEART SONGS- Montreal Soprano Kerry-Anne Kutz joins Nicholas Fairbank, composer and pianist, and the Viva Youth Choirs senior ensemble to perform music

by Nicholas Fairbank. 7:30pm at Lutheran Church of the Cross (3787 Cedar Hill). $15/free under 19.

SUN. NOV. 18 SUNDAY AFTERNOON BREEZEWith Out of the Woods, Sheri Lynn Hooper and Dom Graham. 4:30pm at The Well (821 Fort). $10.

BARRA MACNEILS- CeltFest Vancouver Island presents The Barra MacNeils’ Christmas East meets West as Canada’s “first family of Celtic music� return during their cross-country Christmas tour. 7pm at Alix Goolden Hall. $40/43.50 at 250-386-6121 or rmts.bc.ca.

THE COUP- Oakland, California based activist hip hop, funk rock super group comes to Club 9ONE9.

9pm. $8.

JOE CHARRON -Ontario's honkytonk poet. After open stage at 7:30pm at Norway House (1110 Hillside). $5. victoriafolkmusic.ca.

MON. NOV.19 THE WOODEN SKY - With Wildlife, and Hawk and Steel. 8pm at Club 9ONE9. $16.

WED. NOV.21 DIRTY GRACE - A trio of songwriters, Marley Daemon, Betty Supple and Jesse Thom stir up a musical concoction that ranges from the provocatively cheeky to the intimately introspective. 8pm at Hermann's Jazz Club (753 View). $12.

A PLACE TO LISTEN - Victoria's newest experimental music series, presents unwritten page: piano music by Taylan Susam, JĂźrg Frey, and Christopher Reiche. Featuring performances by local composer/ pianists Daniel Brandes and Christopher Reiche. 7pm at James Bay United Church (517 Michigan). $10/5.

VINCE VACCARO - Pacific Wild photography gala. Learn more about Pacific Wild while enjoying music

by Vince Vaccaro. 7pm at Canoe Brewpub (450 Swift). $10.

STAGE THURS. NOV. 15 A CHRISTMAS CAROL-Adapted and directed by Michael Shamata, starring Tom McBeath (Ebenezer Scrooge), Gerry Mackay (Jacob Marley), Lily Cave (Belinda), Daniel Fong (Spirit), Jessica Hickman (Spirit), Kevin Kruchkywich (Mr. Fred), Brian Linds (Mr. Fezziwig), Amanda Lisman (Belle), Adam Lolacher (Bob Cratchit), Ajay ParikhFriese (Peter), Amisha Parikh-Friese (Martha), Simeon Sanford Blades (Tiny Tim), Celine Stubel (Mrs. Cratchit), and Jan Wood (Mrs. Fezziwig). Opens THURSDAY at 8pm.

Runs WED to SAT at 8pm, WED at 1pm, SAT at 4pm and SUN at 2pm at the Belfry Theatre. Until Dec. 16.

GOOD PERSON OF SETZUANUVic's Phoenix Theatre presents Bertolt Brecht’s timeless parable play Good Person of Setzuan, 8pm and running until Nov. 24. Set in an international city in today’s globalized world, this play explores the trials of being a good person.

Tickets $13-24 at 250-721-8000.

FRI. NOV. 16 GHOSTS OF THE PLAZA- An interactive series of vignettes about suicide, suspense and the supernatural happenings at Victoria's Plaza Hotel. FRIDAY at 7:30 and 9pm and SATURDAY at 4:30, 7 and 9:30pm. Until Nov. 24. Tickets $10-12 at gotp.eventbrite.com or Chronicles of Crime (1048 Fort).

SALSA FUNDRAISER - The Island Sexual Health Clinic is about to move to a new location and needs community support to pull it off.

They're teaming up with Club Salsa for a special fundraiser edition, featuring a dance lesson at 8:30pm and dancing to live music featuring Pablo Cardenas Latin Combo. Tickets are $20.

BALLETS JAZZ DE MONTREALRenowned Montreal dance company will present three dynamic works choreographed by Spain's Cayetano Soto, Vancouver's Wen Wei Wang and Israel's Barak Marshall. FRIDAY and SATURDAY at 7:30pm at the Royal Theatre (805 Broughton). Tickets starting at $29 at dancevictoria.com.

DRY WIT ACT II - Join funnymen Wes Borg and Morgan Cranny for the premiere of a new sketch, DETOX: the Musical at a fundraiser for LifeRing alcohol and drug addiction support groups on the Island. 6pm silent auction, 8pm show. $20 at ticketrocket.org.

HONK! THE MUSICAL -Four Seasons Musical Theatre presents a family-friendly musical about daring to be different. FRIDAY at 7:30pm, SATURDAY at 2pm at Isabelle Reader Theatre (1026 Goldstream). Tickets $18/12 at fourseasonsmusicaltheatre. com..

SAT. NOV. 17 INDIGENOUS LIKE ME-Intrepid Theatre's YOU SHOW presents a story of an Indigenous man coming to grips with the passing of his Mother and the culture clash this creates within his family. The play by Jack Horne incorporates song, dance, and spoken word. 8pm at Intrepid Theatre Club (1609 Blanshard). $12 at the door. Cash only. Advance tickets at ticketrocket.org.

SUN. NOV. 18 THE SHOWDOWN-Seven performers each have seven minutes to do their thing. The audience votes for their favourite, who wins $200 cash. 8pm at the Victoria Event Centre (1415 Broad). $10/8.

WED. NOV. 21 1984-Giggling Iguana Productions brings the future-past to the present with David Elendune's 1.9.8.4., opening WEDNESDAY at 8pm at the Intrepid Theatre Club (1609 Blanshard). Until Dec. 8. Tickets $20/16 at ticketrocket.org or 250590-6291. Pay what you can preview TUESDAY at 8pm.

LADY WINDERMERE'S FAN-a comedy by Oscar Wilde and directed by Angela Henry Comic misunderstandings, hidden identities, fluttering fans, whispered gossip, and a touching reconciliation, are all sure to please audiences of all ages. Preview WEDNESDAY at 8pm.

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COMMUNITY NOTICE- Langham Court Theatre is seeking a 'Head Scenic Carpenter'. This is a parttime honorarium position. The application deadline is Nov. 30. For a job description and information, please email theatremanager@ langhamtheatre.ca or call 250-3842142.

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BOARD GAMES NIGHT - Scrabble and more. SUNDAYS 5:30pm at the Superior (106 Superior). Free. 250380-9515.

SAT. NOV. 17 TEDXVICTORIA 2012: MOMENTUM - Hosted by local improvisor and former TEDx speaker Dave Morris (davemorrisisa.com), and featuring 10-12 world class local speakers. Registration at 9:15, 10am-6pm at Victoria Conference Centre (720 Douglas). $75 regular, $100 contributor. 250-217-2887, tedxvictoria.com.

AFRICAN AIDS ANGELS OPEN HOUSE - See hundreds of handmade cloth angels made to support a program for children and families affected by HIV/AIDS. 10am-3pm at Swan Lake Nature House (3873 Swan Lake). $10 per angel. 250-595-2008.

ANIMALS AND BOOKS FAIR Meet animal workers, independent authors, artists, musicians and self-publishers of books. CDs for sale, readings, activities, contests and refreshments. Noon-3pm at Oaklands Community Centre (2827 Belmont).

Free. 778-265-3455.

SUN. NOV. 18 VICTORIA COMIC BOOK EXPO - Experience the wide and varied universe of comic books. With lots of exhibitors showing their books, from all eras. From the hottest to the hardest-to-find treasures. 11am-4pm at Comfort Inn and Conference Center (3020 Blanshard). Free. 250-361-6227.

IRON MINE BAY HIKE - Join a CRD Regional Parks’ naturalist on this superb hike to Iron Mine Bay. Wear sturdy footwear, bring water and a lunch. 11am-3pm at East Sooke Regional Park (kiosk in the Pike Road parking lot, off East Sooke). Free.

250-478-3344.

FRUIT CRUMBLE FUNDRAISER - Support The Land Conservancy (TLC) of BC with an afternoon of refreshments, music and socializing in the beautiful setting of Abkhazi Garden. Noon-4pm at the tea room of Abkhazi Garden (1964 Fairfield). $50 charitable donation. 250-213-3679.

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MON. NOV 19 CHESS NIGHT - Bring your own game, or use one of ours.

Bring a friend, or come on your own. MONDAYS 6-8:30pm at James Bay Coffee and Books (143 Menzies). Free. 250-386-4700, jamesbaycoffeeandbooks.com.

TUES. NOV. 20 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.

WED. NOV. 21 ANNUAL JINGLE MINGLE - Join the celebration that will feature mini spa treatments, a wine and cheese reception, fashion show, entertainment and a chance to win a Sante Holiday Package and other prizes. 6-8:30pm at Sante Spa (1999 Country Club Way). $25. 250-391-3920.

MARKETS SCANDINAVIAN CRAFT FAIR Crafts, baking, jewelry, Norwegian sweaters and more. Light lunch available for sale. 10am-4pm at Norway House (1110 Hillside). Free.

250-598-2603.

SAANICH PENINSULA HOSPITAL AUXILIARY CHRISTMAS BAZAAR & CRAFT FAIR - Including: crafts, sewing, knitting, baking, Christmas confectionery, jams, jellies, collectibles, antique linen & lace, outstanding enlarged art display, hidden treasures, books, jewelry, gourmet basket draw & bazaar raffle tickets, lunch room. All proceeds to Saanich Peninsula Hospital for medical equipment, furnishings and patient comfort. SATURDAY 10am3pm at Mary Winspear Centre (2243 Beacon). By donation. 250-656-5085.

SHoliday bazaars begin this week with flourish HOLIDAY VINTAGE FAIR - The third-annual festive sale exclusive to awesome vintage and retro holiday decor, as well as vintage clothing, jewelry, accessories, re-worked vintage and more. Over 40 vendors.

SATURDAY 10am-4pm at Fairfield United Church (1303 Fairfield). $3.

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WINTER FARMERS’ MARKET - The The Victoria Downtown Public Market Society hosts the winter market every first and third Saturday of the month.

Vendors in attendance: Broughneath Farm, Vancouver Island Salt Co., Fry’s Red Wheat Bread, Olde Country Registered Sheep, Ren Hen Artisan Food Co-operative, El Guapo Chorizo Grill, Cowichan Pasta, Local Motive, and more. SATURDAY 11am-3pm at Market Square (Inner Courtyard).

Free. 778-679-0024.

CHRISTMAS BAZAAR-VICTORIA CAT RESCUE CORPS - Christmas bazaar and tea. White elephant, books, crafts and jewelry. All proceeds to our spay/neuter fund for low-income families. SATURDAY 1-4pm at Knox Presbyterian Church (2964 Richmond). $4.50 for Cake and Beverage. 250-656-1100.

CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR - Visit the Goward House Society (nonprofit) annual Christmas Craft Fair: handcrafted items available, tea room open. SATURDAY & SUNDAY 10am-4pm at the Goward House (2495 Arbutus). $2. 250-477-4401.

CHRISTMAS VINTAGE, RETRO & COLLECTIBLE SHOW - For the 18th year, this massive 120-table Christmas event offers a unique opportunity to all of south Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. Special items selected for this one day sale. All your giftshopping solved. SUNDAY 9:30am3:30pm at Mary Winspear Centre (2243 Beacon). $3. 250-744-1807.

GREEK CHRISTMAS BAZAAR - See the 10th annual event with all kinds of different desserts and baked goods for different occasions throughout the year. Arts and crafts exhibition, entertainment and more. 10am-5pm at Greek Community Society (4648 Elk Lake). Free. 250-479-9391.

HIGHLANDS WINTER CRAFT FAIR - Enjoy the 21st annual event with hot apple cider and fresh baking while browsing through a great selection of work from local artisans: handcrafted gifts, jewelry, pottery, homemade edibles, cards, clothing and more.

SUNDAY 10am-4pm at Caleb Pike Heritage Park (1589 Millstream). Free.

250-478-4403.

OBJECT ORPHANAGE - Help rescue objects that have been abandoned by their owners. Choose anything at no cost, just by signing adoption form.

Appliances, electronics, books, CDs, clothes, craft and hardware supplies, furniture and fixtures. Nov. 10 to Dec. 1. WEDNESDAYS & THURSDAYS 1-5pm, SATURDAYS 9am-1pm, TUESDAYS 9am-1pm at UVic's Visual Arts Sculpture Yard (off Ring Road).

Free. objectorphanage@gmail.com.

See story on P3.

JAMES BAY MARKET - Live music, food, farmers, artisans and service providers offer quality handmade, homemade and homegrown products.

SATURDAYS 9am-3pm at 332 Menzies. Free. jamesbaymarket.com.

THE LANGUAGE OF CONSENT IN EVERYDAY LIFE - Learn more about what consent means. 6pm at Camas Books and Infoshop (2620 Quadra).

Free. 250-381-0585.

RESILIENT NEIGHBOURHOODS WORKSHOP - Learn to evaluate your neighbourhood's adaptability to larger-scale or sudden changes, and techniques to strengthen resilience in every area of your community.

6:30-9pm at Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre, Kinsmen Fieldhouse (1767 Island Hwy). Free. 250-383-6166 COMMUNITY FORUM ON GM FOOD - What is genetically modified food and where is it on the shelves?

Find out about how GM crops threaten the future. Featuring Lucy Sharratt, Elizabeth May and Lana Popham. 7-9pm at UVic's Cornett Bldg (Room B108). Free. 250-654-0672.

MARRIAGE SUPPORT GROUP - For couples and married people seeking help and support to improve communication in their relationship, intimacy, fighting management, problem solving and more. You can attend individually or as a couple.

Group leader Daniel Keeran, MSW, will assisting couples to improve their relationships. To Dec. 13. 5-6:30pm at 3460 Shelbourne. Free. 778-433-1547.

WRITER'S GROUP - Weekly drop-in with sessions including peer support, story sharing, guest speakers and more. THURSDAYS 10am-noon at Esquimalt Recreation Centre (527 Fraser). $2/free with rec membership.

250-412-8500, esquimalt.ca.

QURAAN STUDIES - Join Muslim Faith Advisor Sheikh Afraz Baksh for recitation, explanation, contemplation and deductions for everyday living. All welcome. THURSDAYS 4:30-5:30pm at UVic Multifaith Services Centre (Ring Road, next to UVic Bookstore and bus terminal). Free. 250-885-5635, muslim@uvic.ca.

LEARN TO MEDITATE THE ROSARY - Experience the power of the ancient Catholic tradition of the Rosary: and you don’t have to be Catholic to meditate or pray the Rosary. Free distribution of rosaries with pamphlets to explain the practice. All welcome. WEDNESDAYS 5-6pm at UVic Interfaith Chapel (Ring Road). Free. 250-721-8339, catholic@ uvic.ca.

TASKS OF ADOLESCENCE AND COMMUNICATION - Deepen understanding of developmental process and expand respectful communication tools. Second part of a four-part series, hosted by Boys & Girls Club Services of Greater Victoria, Parenting Programs, and Ecole Bayside Middle School for parents of young teens, age 7-13.

Attend one, some, or all. To Nov. 28.

Pre register. 6:30pm-8:45pm at Ecole Bayside Middle School (1101 Newton, Brentwood). 250-217-4929.

GALLERIES THURS. NOV. 15 GALLERY AT MATTICK’S FARM - Featuring works from Regina Seib, Anne Barlow, Ira Hoffecker, Wendy Skog, Louise Monfette, Taryn Brown, Carmen Mongeau, Irma Soltonovich, Lisa Rose, April Pondsford and Malcolm Noakes-Smith. To Dec. 31 at 109-5325 Cordova Bay.

FRI. NOV. 16 MADRONA GALLERY - Qavavau Manumie shows signature works.

7-9:30pm. To Nov. 29 at 606 View.

WEST END GALLERY - A Fall Collection of Canadian Impressionists.

To Nov. 22 at 1203 Broad.

DELUGE CONTEMPORARY ART - Horizon 1 to 11 by Kendra Wallace.

7-10pm. To Dec. 15 at 636 Yates.

LIFERING - Looking for new group facilitators! See website. Addiction support program. THURSDAYS 7:30pm at Victoria Native Friendship Center (231 Regina). FRIDAYS 6:30pm at Pearkes Rec Centre (3100 Tillicum).

TUESDAYS 7:30pm at the Esquimalt Rec Centre (527 Fraser). 250-920-2095, michael@LifeRingCanada.org.

BORDERLINE PERSONALITY SOCIETY OF BC - Weekly support group. Friends, partners and family also welcome. WEDNESDAY, 7pm at Capital Mental Health Association (125 Skinner). Free. 250-383-5144 ext 2127, bpdsocietyofbc@gmail.com.

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.

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 awesome 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 and allies.

MONDAYS 6-8pm at Esquimalt Youth Centre (530 Fraser), WEDNESDAYS 6-8pm at Fairfield Community Place (1330 Fairfield). Free. southislandpridecentre.ca.

FRI. NOV. 16 PLANET EARTH POETRY - Join the launch of writer Maleea Acker's new work Gardens Aflame: Garry Oak Meadows of BC’s South Coast. With special guest and award-winning nature poet Tim Lilburn. 7pm at the Moka House (1633 Hillside). $3. 250370-2077. See story on P10.

SAT. NOV. 17 HOME SEWN - Do you have a sewing machine but the idea of using it boggles your mind? Start somewhere! Learn new skills and build sewing confidence as you go. Bring your sewing machine to walk through some fun projects for the home. To Dec. 1. SATURDAYS 11:45am-12:45pm at Victoria West Community Centre (521 Craigflower). $40. 250-590-8922.

SUN. NOV. 18 AFRICAN-CANADIAN MILITARY HISTORY PRESENTATION - BC Black History Society presents Bart Armstrong, Military Research Specialist, on Canadian blacks in battles, 54th Regiment, Victoria Cross recipients. 3-5pm at James Bay New Horizons (234 Menzies). By donation.

250-386-3035.

TAKING IT TO THE STREETS Part 2 of a series: make your own installable piece of street art with the Ministry of Casual Living. 6pm at Camas Books and Infoshop (2620 Quadra). Free. 250-381-0585.

MON. NOV. 19 PEN-IN-HAND - Poetry/Prose Reading Series, featuring open mic, then Stella Leventoyannis Harvey (prose, reading from her novella), Andrea Raine (poetry) and Jessica Michaelofsky (poetry and prose) 7pm9pm at Cook Street Serious Coffee (230 Cook). $3. 250-590-8010.

BIKE BASICS FOR WOMEN, SISSIES, TRANS FOLKS, AND OUR PALS! - Learn the basics. 3pm at Camas Books and Infoshop (2620 Quadra). Free. 250-381-0585.

WED. NOV. 21 SCRIPTURE STUDIES - Join Catholic Chaplain Fr Dean Henderson for guided study. All welcome.

WEDNESDAYS 4:30-6pm at UVic Multifaith Services Centre (Ring Road, next to UVic Bookstore and bus terminal). Free. 250-721-8339, catholic@uvic.ca.

SQavavau Manumie shows signature works SAT. NOV. 17 GREATER VICTORIA PUBLIC LIBRARY ARTIST'S CORNER - Art For An Oil Free Coast, from the Raincoast Conservation Foundation, part of a national tour of artwork featured in their new book. To Dec. 2 at 735 Broughton.

THE WELL - Art in The Spirit; art of a spiritual nature featuring the work of James Nesbitt, Patti Bey and others.

6-8pm at 821 Fort.

SUN. NOV. 18 ART GALLERY OF GREATER VICTORIA - Family Sunday: explore winter on the West Coast with artmaking inspired by Emily Carr and her contemporaries. 2-4pm at 1040 Moss.

COMMUNITY SCREENING SISTERS - Support to women during screening for cervical cancer by attending appointments with clients and providing telephone support in between appointments. Call Sue Dakers 250-661-4413.

PFLAG- Confidential support for parents, families, friends, lesbians, gays, bisexuals, transgender, twospirit, intersex, queer, questioning and allies. Support meeting 2-4pm every third SUNDAY of the month at St. John Divine Church lounge (1611 Quadra). 250-385-9462, 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.

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.

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Sat. Nov. 17th.

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HELP WANTED An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator Operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

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Call Volunteer Victoria at 250386-2269.

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ll Signs: Each year, the gy) you will need more sleep.

Sun moves through Factoid. Accept this and respect the 12 signs triggeryour need for more rest. However, ing an emphasis on a this opposing Sun also makes you different part of our lives. This focus more on your style of relatweek, the Sun moves from Scorpio ing to others, especially partners into Sagittarius. Quite a change! and close friends. That’s why this Scorpio is a Water Sign, intense, is your best chance all year to passionate and no stranger to the examine how you fill the needs of underbelly of life. Sagittarius is others and vice versa. It’s also an a Fire Sign embracing optimism, GEORGIA excellent time to form partneroutdoor activities and a desire to NICOLS ships or working units. (Not go beyond the boundaries of one’s the time to go it alone.) daily world. (Preferably in first class.) Read And it’s also a good month to on to see the shift you will feel for the next consult experts on any subject. four-to-six weeks. Leo Tolstoy wisely said, Looking for a good 24-hour “Everyone thinks of changing the world, taxidermist? but no one thinks of changing himself.” Paul Valery cleverly said, “Everything changes but the avant-garde.” I say, “Change is most CANCER JUNE 21-JULY 22 Lucky you! As the Sun shifts signs, it shifts likely found under sofa cushions.” your energy from play mode into work mode.

Why is this lucky? Because you’ll find it easy ARIES MARCH 21-APRIL 19 to work this month. You will actually enjoy You’ll love the next six weeks because this putting out the effort to get things done. shift of energy suits you perfectly. After You’ll take pride in being efficient and effecall, you are the pioneer of the zodiac. You tive. You’ll be gratified by the results of your love exploring new activities and meeting efforts. Yeah, yeah, this sounds like a heavy unusual people. And that’s what this next sell to make you work – but it’s the truth. We month is going to be all about. You will have all love to have fun. But the satisfaction we chances to learn something new. You will get from accomplishing something with our enjoy study or a new hobby or – best of all own efforts is really special! Get the – travelling someplace exciting. The bottom right tools to do a good job. Buy line is that you want to broaden your hori- shelving, file folders, cleaning zons and make your life more intellectually equipment, paint or whatever stimulating! (You are a Fire Sign and you need. Just do it. now the Sun will be in your fellow Fire Sign, Sagittarius.) “Whiskey for everyone and fresh horses LEO JULY 23-AUG 22 for my men!”

Tra-la, tra-la! It is to laugh. A hey, nonny nonny month ahead! This is when the Sun travels through your own “home,” (astrology TAURUS APRIL 20-MAY 20 talk), which means your top priority is simYou’re the financial wizard of the zodiac. In ply to have fun and enjoy yourself. Pleasure, the next six weeks, you will have an interest pleasure, pleasure! Slip away on a vacation in the financial resources of others and how during the next six weeks. Even if you can’t, you can handle shared property, debt, taxes, you will savour leisure time socializing, seeinsurance matters and inheritances. (Heavy ing movies, sports events and enjoying the duty.) Let’s get these loose details wrapped company of others. Romance and love affairs up. Let’s get fuzzy boundaries defined. But will sparkle! Many of you will also delight on a more subtle level, you will also want in playful activities with children. Not only to experience life more deeply. You might will you have a strong drive to get become interested in the psychology of out and have a fun time, you will who you are and what makes you sense it’s perfectly appropriate tick. You know that life is like a to just be yourself. Let it all 10-speed bicycle and most of us hang out, babes! have gears we never use. “On your left!”

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GEMINI MAY 21-JUNE 20 You might become more involved with a During the next month, the Sun will be parent. If you’re not involved with family opposite your sign. Because this means the activities, you might cocoon at home. (“After Sun is as far away from you as it ever a warm bath, I have some dark chocolate, gets (and the Sun is your source of ener-

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LIBRA (SEPT. 23-OCT. 22) During the next six weeks, your daily pace will accelerate! “Four, three, two – blastoff!”

Actually, you’ll love this fast rhythm as you juggle short trips, run errands, see siblings and relatives and talk to everyone. Plus, you will read and write more than usual. Busy, busy! One of the reasons you’re spreading yourself so thin is you have a strong desire to enlighten others about something. You have something you want to say! You’re intellectually alive, mentally alert and very keen to explain your actions and where you’re coming from. You’ll be shopping a lot and buying beautiful things. (I’m exhausted just writing this.)

SCORPIO OCT 23-NOV 21 In the next month, you’ll assess your sense of self-worth. We are shockingly self-critical nowadays. I call this the paralysis of the negative. It’s considered chic to criticize movies, the arts, literature and architecture to sound educated or intellectual. I say, phooey! How did we get to the point where we ridicule a positive, sunny, accepting attitude? Like, what’s with that? Of course, you’re worth everything! Without you, there is nothing.

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SAGITTARIUS NOV 22-DEC 21 This week the Sun returns to your sign for the first time in a year, bringing you a chance to recharge your batteries for the next 11 months. Plus, this solar energy will attract favourable circumstances and powerful people to you. Yes, it’s all about you! That’s why it’s appropriate to be more self-centered than usual. Put your own needs first. Think about what you want. Acknowledge your need to express yourself, which is just fine. Naturally, this selfcentered focus can create problems with partners. (“What am

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CAPRICORN DEC 22-JAN 19 Your personal year is ending because your birthday is one month away. That’s why this is the perfect time to look back over your shoulder and ponder how well you’re doing at the art of living. Are you pleased with how things unfolded last year? What changes do you want to introduce in your new year? If you write down some of the goals you want to achieve in the coming year, this simple act will make it far more likely that you will actually achieve them. To write them down requires that you clearly form an idea in your mind, and this is half the battle, isn’t it? Now you know where you want to go and what you want to do. A plan!

AQUARIUS JAN 20-FEB 18 You’ll love the month ahead because it’s a popular month for Aquarius and who loves to network more than you? (You little schmoozer.) The next six weeks are not the time to sit at home navel gazing. Au contraire! It’s time to leave your home and interact with others. Friendships will be important. Not only that, all kinds of group efforts (clubs, classes and conferences) will stir your blood! You will love joining forces with others to work for a meaningful goal, especially something charitable or something that makes the world a better place.

Your idealism is aroused and you want to use this energy with others. (Remember: A true friend is one who likes you despite your achievements.)

PISCES FEB 19-MARCH 20 The next six weeks will be the only time all year when the Sun slowly crosses over the top of your chart. This means it acts like a spotlight on you, throwing you in the limelight. Hence, (I love the word hence, but how often can you ever to use it? Hence I take every opportunity I can.) To continue: Others will notice you more than usual, especially bosses, parents, VIPs and – take note – the police. Fortunately, this lighting is flattering so most of these people will see you in positive terms, which is why you will be asked to take on increased responsibilities. (They think you’re wonderful.)

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Ubiquinol is the active form of CoQ10, which is produced by our cells and is significantly better absorbed, particularly as we age. This superior form of CoQ10 offers you the same broad-ranging benefits, but with enhanced absorption.

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2 x 60 Softgels

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Ascenta

Oscillococcinum Oscillo acts effectively

within 48 hours to reduce the duration of flu-like symptoms. It comes pre-packaged in pre-measured, easy-to-swallow and easy-to-administer doses.

2997

30 Doses

This balanced formula of EPA and

1. CALCIUM/MAGNESIUM: are nutrients required for healthy sleep cycles, and helps relax tension in the body to assist in deeper sleep.

DHA omega-3s is your perfect solution for overall health and well-being. Like vitamins and minerals, omega-3 must be provided by our diet as it is not produced by our bodies. Ascenta makes taking omega-3 easy, because it is available in many delicious flavours.

2. MELATONIN: is a sleep promoting hormone secreted by the pineal gland. Supplementation is effective when internal production is low and can be particularly helpful for jetlag, shift work, and difficulty falling asleep.

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3. 5-HTP: is a precursor to serotonin which can be helpful in promoting and maintaining restorative sleep, especially for those prone to depression.

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Bach

Martin & Pleasance

Rescue Remedy

Schuessler Tissue Salts

Made in England,

this combination of Bach Flower Remedies is especially beneficial when you find yourself in traumatic and stressful situations when there’s suddenly a loss of mental balance.

Can also be taken just before bed to calm a troubled mind.

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$ 97 10 mL

4. HERBAL MEDICINE: such as valerian, passionflower, lemon balm and hops help to relax the nervous system and induce a deeper state of sleep.

Natural and suitable for the

It is important to understand the root cause of your sleep concern, and a Naturopathic Doctor can assist you in developing a holistic and individualized plan for improved sleep.

whole family, tissue salts are specially prepared micro-doses of the body’s 12 essential minerals that are important for the functioning and health of the body.

Through quick absorption, they offer an easy-to-take solution for the relief of many common health concerns.

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There are a variety of influences that cause sleep problems including lifestyle factors, medication, and underlying health concerns such as depression, anxiety, hormone imbalance, sleep apnea or pain.

Natural medicine has much to offer to help you get a good night sleep. A few of the commonly prescribed remedies include:

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The National Sleep Foundation states that the average adult needs seven to nine hours of sleep per night.

Our body heals while we sleep and inadequate sleep impairs our overall health. Lack of sleep can weaken your immune system, impair your ability to handle stress, affect memory and concentration, and even make you more prone to Diabetes, high blood pressure and weight gain.

Sleep concerns can often be addressed without pharmaceutical interventions. Start by addressing key lifestyle factors such as getting regular exercise, limiting caffeine intake and finding healthy stress coping techniques. Next, focus on a healthy sleep routine. Avoid heavy meals before bed, limit evening “screen time” and engage in a relaxing activity leading up to a regular bedtime.

355 mL • Product of U.S.A.

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Natural Factors

Ubiquinol QH

the healthy beverage that tastes great! It is a delicious, hungerfighting drink that delivers high quality nutrients and a boost of natural energy for hungry bodies on the go. Formulated by Victoria’s own Dr. Kim!

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Canada’s First ‘Nourishing Drink’,

$ 48

1 L • Product of France

Research proven, oil of oregano

a back seat to stress, work deadlines or parenting responsibilities. Others are desperate for a good night sleep but struggle to fall asleep or stay asleep.

Namaste This flour blend is,

Oil of Oregano

How high do you prioritize getting a good night sleep? For some, healthy sleep patterns take

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58 g • Single Origin

well, just about perfect! Substitute one cup of Namaste Perfect Flour Blend for one cup of wheat flour in your favorite everyday recipes.

$ 98

Unpeeled & unpasteurized

, these vegetables contain the fibers, minerals, vitamins and trace-elements found in freshly-harvested vegetables, plus enzymes, lactic bacteria and lactic acid, which are all important for your health.

200-400 mL • Product of Canada

$ 88

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Sleep Well,

Dr. Shannon Sarrasin ND ...

has a special interest in family medicine and is passionate about using food as medicine, lifestyle counselling, herbal medicine and acupuncture to support individuals in reaching optimal health.

Cook Street Village Health Centre #200 - 1075 Pendergast Street, Victoria BC, V8V 0A1 phone: (250) 477-LIFE (5433) web: www.csvhealth.com

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