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JANE’S WALK VICTORIA MAY 2 TO 3

Jane’s Walks are free, locally organized walking tours, in which people get together to explore their neighbourhoods. Leaders share knowledge, and encourage discussion among walkers. Go to janeswalk.org/canada/victoria/ for a list of Jane’s Walks in Greater Victoria.

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This Mother’s Day weekend (May 9 & 10), the public is invited to connect with gorgeous gardens and enjoy the benefits of our early Victoria Spring with the Victoria Conservatory of Music’s 33rd Annual Mother’s Day Garden Tour. Twoday passes grant exclusive passage to 10 handpicked, enchanting private oasis to revel in the inspiration and joy of gardening while enjoying music from VCM students and faculty.

Have your gardening questions answered by on site Master Gardeners and participate in the ever-popular plant sale and silent auction.

Tickets are also available for those who would like to attend the grand finale at Daniel Lapp’s Joy of Life concert on May 10 at 3pm at the Alix Goolden Hall. Find more information at vcm.bc.ca.

AUTHORS FOR INDIES DAY MAY 2

Celebrate reading, writing and independent bookstores with CC Humphreys, Eve Joseph, Julie Lawson, Michael Layland, Claire Mulligan, Arleen Paré, Kit Pearson, Janet Rogers and Joe Wiebe. 10am to 4pm at Munro’s Books, free.

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From 10am to 2pm Bolen Books will have local authors Robert Wiersema, May Q Wong, and Kay Stewart volunteering as booksellers. Come in and have any one of these authors hand-sell you one of their favourite books. bolen.bc.ca MARMOT WORKSHOP MAY 3

Observe bird and mammal prepartor Darren Copley as he dissects and discovers the ins and outs of a marmot (not an endangered Vancouver Island Marmot). Then artist Aimee van Drimmelin works to investigate, through drawing, the bones of the marmot and other mammals. royalbcmuseum.bc.ca

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Presentations from international experts including Jim Barlup and Hartwig Schepker; 29 private and public gardens on display over three days. New hybrids and rare rhodos for purchase. 2015rhodo. ca. At the Mary Winspear Centre. marywinspear.ca ORCA CHIEF BOOK LAUNCH MAY 7

In partnership with the University of Victoria Legacy Art Gallery, 630

Yates St., with authors Roy Henry Vickers and Robert Budd. Free admission, 7:30 to 9:30pm. Doors open at 7. russellbooks.com WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP: CREATING YOUR SUCCESS STORY MAY 8 & 9

Women In Leadership: Creating Your Success Story is a dynamic women’s conference benefiting Bridges for Women. Features an open forum panel, trade show and reception along with five workshops to choose from.

Featuring Janet Kestin, one of the

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DIVINE SOCK HOP MAY 9

Dance your socks off to Rukus at the annual Divine Sock Hop fundraiser for the Food Bank at St. John the Divine. Over 70 fabulous auction items. Tickets $20

at Russell Books or church office, 925 Balmoral Rd. at 7pm. Contact Peggy Wilmot localagent918@ gmail.com.

WRONG CAT BOOK LAUNCH MAY 12

Join Munro’s Books in celebrating the latest collection of poems from the bestselling author Lorna Crozier. 7:30pm (doors at 7) Munro’s Books, free.

BEYOND THE PALE BOOK LAUNCH MAY 13

Celebrate the launch of Emily

Urquhart’s inspiring memoir about parenting a child with a disability – and building a better future for that child. 7:30 pm (doors at 7), The Bard & Banker, free.

WORD TASTING TOUR MAY 15

Join Colin Wright, Josh Wagner, Shawn Mihalik, Skye Steele, and special local guests for an evening of WordTasting: readings, stories, live music, questions, and answers. Free admission, 7-9:30pm, at Russell Books, 734 Fort St. RSVP at: WordTasting. com. russellbooks.com HAIKU CANADA CONFERENCE MAY 15 TO 17

Featuring lectures, readings, workshops and book launches. Keynote Speaker, Gabriel Rosenstock from Ireland. New Horizons, James Bay Community Centre, 234 Menzies. Registration $40. haikucanada.ca.

STARS ON ICE MAY 19

Performances by Canadian figure skating Icon Kurt Browning, Olympic gold medallists Tessa Virtue & Scott Moir and Olympic silver medallist Patrick Chan highlight a star studded ensemble that pays homage to the tour’s greatest moments. sofmc. com DOUBLE BOOK LAUNCH MAY 21

Knife Party at Hotel Europa by Mark Anthony Jarman & Street Symphony by Rachel Wyatt. Free Admission, at Russell Books, 734

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“The word kept growing, friends told friends, and I had a lot of people who wanted to come to my party,” Onda says. Instead of holding another exclusive shindig at his home, he’s launched Baconalooza!, a one-day festival revolving around bacon, May 23 at Velox Rugby Club. Baconalooza is six hours of entertainment, organized by Onda, based on his 10 years of experience volunteering with the set up of the Great Canadian Beer Fest.

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It’s family-friendly (kids under 12 are free) and there will be live music.

Doors open on Saturday, May 23 at 1 until 7 p.m. at the Velox Rugby field and Clubhouse, 3957 Gordon Head Rd. Proceeds from the event support the Heart & Stroke Foundation, the Velox Rugby Association and Esquimalt Lions. Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 at the door. baconalooza.com.

downtown core on June 7, all to benefit Victoria’s Prostate Centre.

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These troubadours present an evening of harmonies, humour and a zest for engaging in the moment. Come expecting to hear folk, pop, jazz, soul and storytelling at its best in the Charlie White Theatre. marywinspear.ca.

SELKIRK WATERFRONT FESTIVAL MAY 23

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Fort St., 7:30-9:30 doors open at 7. russellbooks.com SOCIAL MEDIA CAMP MAY 21-23

Don’t miss this free, fun-filled family event that offers something for everyone. Giant swing, fun inflatables, facepainting, Family Fun Zone and Artisan Craft Market. burnsidegorge.ca SWIFTSURE YACHT RACE MAY 21 TO 25

Hosted by the Royal Victoria Yacht Club this is a premier long distance sailing race. Community events include Lekwungen Cultural Centre display, music and a Night Market with food vendors. Arts and crafts and other goodies will be available from noon May 22, and all day May 23. swiftsure.org CIRQUE DU SOLEIL VAREKAI! MAY 27 TO 31

Cirque du Soleil returns to Victoria with a five-day engagement of Varekai, a captivating forest at the summit of a volcano inhabited by whimsical and enchanted creatures. For more information about Cirque du Soleil, visit cirquedusoleil.com. selectyourtickets.com.

VICTORIA INTERNATIONAL KITE FESTIVAL MAY 29 TO 31

The Victoria International Kite Festival is May 29 to 31 at Clover Point. victoriakitefestival.com WONDER SUNDAY MAY 31

An interactive, learning event, 1-3pm on the last Sunday of every month (excluding Dec., July and Aug.). Free with admission. royalbcmuseum.bc.ca WORLD PARTNERSHIP WALK MAY 31

Donations go towards supporting Aga Khan Foundation Canada international development projects. Since its start, the Walk has raised over $90 million for international development programs. worldpartnershipwalk.com URBACITY CHALLENGE JUNE 7

The UrbaCity Challenge is Victoria’s own urban adventure race! Teams of two and four will put brawn and brains to the test in our beautiful and historic

BOB MARLEY TRIBUTE MAY 1

Dance and sing aong with Réjean and the Keeners performing the albums Exodus and Survival at Lacey-Lou Tapas Lounge. Tix 250658-0278.

IAN & COCO MAY 9

A musical salute to two of the century’s most popular contemporary songwriters. Pianist and singer Jim Witter takes you on a tour of the greatest hits of Billy Joel and Elton John.

At the Royal Theatre. rmts. bc.ca PENINSULA SINGERS CENTRE STAGE IN VEGAS MAY 1 TO 3

Director Glenda approved Korella and the Peninsula Singers will MARIACHI FESTIVAL - Experience serenade you the excitement and culture of some of the with some of best international performers, musicians and the best songs dancers, Mariachi bands from Mexico, USA

by Sinatra, and Canada, folkloric dance groups, guitars, Elvis, Celine violins, bass and trumpets. At the Alix Goolden and Leonard Hall, 8pm. mariachifestival.ca Cohen. Plus medleys from Jersey Boys RAVEL’S BOLERO and the Beach Boys. Along with MAY 9 & 10 choreography, costumes and Pianist Joyce Yang makes her surprises. At the Mary Winspear debut with the Victoria Symphony Centre. marywinspear.ca playing Rhapsody on a Theme HONEYMOON SUITE of Paganini. Maestra Miller conMAY 6 ducts Debussy’s Nocturnes and Through the mid-80’s they toured the Victoria Symphony season headlining club gigs and opening closes with Ravel’s most famous for superstars such as Billy Idol, piece, Bolero. rmts.bc.ca April Wine, Bryan Adams, Heart and ZZ Top. Now bigger, louder and suite’r, don’t honeymoon suite. marywinspear.ca ABRA CADABRA MAY 8

For a decade ABRA CADABRA has been bringing the timeless music of ABBA to audiences across the world. From Mamma Mia, Dancing Queen and Waterloo to Does Your Mother Know, this high-energy stage show keeps the music of this Swedish super group alive. marywinspear.ca LES SIX SAISONS DE L’AMOUR MAY 9

A review of Chansons d’Amour:Edith Piaf, Jacques Brel, Charles Aznavour and more. In English

APRIL WINE MAY 13

45 years, 11 Juno nominations, 16 studio albums, 15 compilation albums, 9 live albums and 34 singles; April Wine is iconic and eternal. rmts.bc.ca, 250-386-6121 TOMMY EMMANUEL MAY 15

Tommy Emmanuel’s music and life are legendary in his native Australia. He has recorded and performed with artists including: Air Supply, Men at Work, Keith Urban and Eric Clapton. With special guests Frank Vignola and Vinny Raniolo, at the McPherson Playhouse at 8pm. rmts.bc.ca mondaymag.com MONDAY MAGAZINE MAY 2015

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Rock Steady May 15 and 16

Live music Fridays & Saturdays at 9pm, showcasing rockin’ local bands at Bartholomew’s Pub, 777 Douglas St. No cover charge. Enjoy music bingo every Thursday from 7-10pm.

DIEMAHLER MUSIC AROUND THE WORLD May 16

The DieMahler Ensemble specializes in masterful musical artistry, vibrancy, character, and very deep feeling, leaving no musical path unexplored. At St Mary’s the Virgin (Oak Bay) at 2:30pm.

Tickets: $25. rmts.bc.ca

ANGELA HEWITT GALA BENEFIT RECITAL May 16

The Waterboys May 20

The Victoria debut by this world-renowned Canadian musical superstar. Proceeds of this benefit recital support the Cathedral’s music programs and Godfrey Hewitt Memorial Fund of the Royal Canadian College of Organists. Christ Church Cathedral, 7:30pm. rmts.bc.ca Aaron Wood May 17

Live music Sundays at 6:30pm, showcasing rockin’ local bands at Bartholomew’s Pub, 777 Douglas St. No cover charge.

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Farquhar Auditorium, UVic, tickets: 250-721-8480, email: ticket@ uvic.ca.

FRAZEY FORD May 22

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wraps up its 10th Anniversary Season with Giuseppe Verdi’s dramatic and moving Requiem. vpchoir.ca, tickets.uvic.ca

Faure and Fauna Spring Concert May 23

RYAN ADAMS May 26

Newcombe Singers presents their Spring Concert featuring Faure’s Requeim with guest soloists, Nancy Washeim and Stephen Barradell. Saint Mary’s Church, 1701 Elgin Rd., 7:30pm.

All-ages, tickets at the door or Long and McQuade.

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The Victoria Philharmonic Choir

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Calgary is home to three of the most important Hillbilly’s you’ll ever know – Puttin’ On The Foil.

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They plan to make you a part of their good time trainwreck with their electrifying, kickass punk’n roll music. Logan’s Pub, with The Drunken Superheroes & Abombanation. loganspub.com SONREAL May 29

SonReal is a Juno and MMVA nominated artist whose unique approach to hip-hop has allowed him to sustain a loyal and growing domestic fan base. Sugar Nightclub, tickets at Lyle’s Place and Ticketfly.com ANNIE’S RODEO May 29 and 30

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CLARA’S BIG RIDE May 4

This documentary follows former Olympian Clara Hughes as she rides her bike 11,000 kilometres for 110 days around Canada to get people talking about mental illness.

Movie Monday, 6:30pm in the 1900block Fort. By donation. 595FLIC. moviemonday.ca.

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Short Circuit film Festival May 8 & 9

The Vic Theatre hosts two nights jam-packed with the freshest short films from directors in Yukon, Vancouver, Washington, and Portland as well as Victoria and Shawnigan Lake. Tickets are $10 each night, available at: cinevic.ca, cinevic office, 1119 Fort St., or at the door. No minors, as Driftwood ales will be flowing. Details at cinevic.ca.

BLACK FLY May 11

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The Tale Of The Princess Kaguya May 18

This is a charming, artfully animated adaptation of an old folk tale.

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Intrepid Theatre’s Uno Fest, is a favourite of locals, bringing some of the best solo performers to Victoria. This year’s line-up includes God is a Scottish Drag Queen II, everyapproved one’s favourite deity returns in a new testament; Sea Sick, CINDY CHURCH - A stellar presence Alanna Mitchell uses science, in the Canadian music scene, Cindy Church investigative journalism, and her own delicate wit to has crafted a body of work that is artistically recount her powerful journey successful and culturally significant. Merlyn’s Sun Theatre: timgosley@telus.net, 250-598-7488. to the bottom of the ocean; Fylm, Multi award-winning Simon Munnery stabs at the STAGE void between dead film and live AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY theatre, and many more. Intrepid TO MAY 9 Theatre Club and Metro Studio.

A missing father, an alcoholic, intrepidtheatre.com. 250-590pill-popping matriarch, three 6291. squabbling sisters and relentless revelations of indiscretion YOUTH CULTURAL SHOWCASE catapult the viewer into a riveting MAY 10 theatre experience. Langham Dance in your seats, smile to Court Theatre, langhamtheatre.ca. your hearts content, view a world of colour. Celebrate 22 years GREATER VICTORIA PERFORMING of dance, song and performing ARTS FESTIVAL TO MAY 10 arts from the lands far south More than 5,000 young performers east with Shan-e-Punjab Dance, of all stripes take to stages across Performing Arts and Heritage the city to receive adjudication School of Victoria. Farquhar from experts in the field. The Auditorium. tickets.uvic.ca festival culminates in Roberto and GOTTA DANCE! Mary Wood Scholarship Concert MAY 14 May 10 at UVic. Wendy Steen Mitchell Dance presents their annual recital LES MISERABLES MAY 1 TO 10 at UVic’s Farquhar Auditorium Set in early 19th-century France, at 7pm. Gotta Dance! features Jean Valjean, a French peasant, students from age 3 to adult. Go searches for redemption after to tiptoesdance.ca or call 250serving 19 years in jail for stealing 598-7679. tickets.uvic.ca a loaf of bread. At the McPherson, VANYA AND SONIA May 1, 2, 7, 8 & 9 at 8pm; May 3 & AND MASHA AND SPIKE 10 at 2pm. rmts.bc.ca

the lawyer, Tom’s wife, her ex, her mother and a cop. Things are about to get complicated. stlukesplayers.org

Four plays for the whole family.

The Umbrella, Pinkalicious: the Musical, I Have Seen Beautiful Jim Key and Runaway at the Metro Studio. kaleidoscope.bc.ca.

MACBETH MAY 5 TO 17

One of Shakespeare’s darkest and most powerful tragedies. At the Blue Bridge Theatre. bluebridgetheatre.ca LAST OF THE RED HOT LOVERS MAY 8 TO 10

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ART VICTORIA NOW MAY 7 TO 10

VISUAL ARTS Fired Up! Preview at Madrona will provide an opportunity for the public to see a sneak peek at works by Fired Up! artists before their three day exhibit at the Metchosin Hall during the last weekend in May. firedup.ca.

Community Arts Council of Greater Victoria’s first juried Fine Art Show is at The Atrium, 800 Yates. Chosen by well-known experts with deep roots in Victoria’s creative community, all entries are original creations not shown in another fine art show in the Greater Victoria area. cacgv.ca

DIAMONDS MAY 1 TO 30

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Todd A Davis presents Diamonds, a light piece that interrogates surveillance culture, gestures of hospitality, and inhabiting shared spaces. Opening reception on May 1 at 7pm. The exhibition will be on view 12 to 5pm, Tues. to Sat. until May 30. openspace.ca/ GuestHouse.

Solo exhibition of linocut prints at Polychrome Fine Art, 977-A Fort St. polychromefinearts.com

ROB VICKERY ART SHOW MAY 2 TO 30

A LITTLE SOMETHING … IN MAY? MAY 7 TO 10

ANNABELLE MARQUIS TO MAY 7

Annabelle Marquis presents a solo exhibition of new paintings at the West End Gallery, 1203 Broad St. westendgalleryltd.com

Rob Vickery exhibits photography, mixed media and acrylic paintings. Works presented are primarily about the quality of light that comprises the physical world, yet hint at a light within the self. At Hillside Coffee and Tea, 1633 Hillside Ave. FAIRFIELD ARTISTS STUDIO TOUR MAY 2 AND 3

The Avenue Gallery is partnering with Victoria Hospice for the opening of A Little Something … in May?, a hospice fundraiser.

16 of their gallery painters have come together to produce more than 100 miniature gems. The Avenue Gallery, 2184 Oak Bay Ave. theavenuegallery.com

The Fairfield Artists Studio Tour is an annual self-guided tour that provides art-lovers an opportunity to meet local artists, tour their studios and view their work while exploring the beautiful neighbourhood of Fairfield. 11am to 4pm. fairfieldartistsstudiotour.com

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LAWREN P. HARRIS: PRECISION MAY 7 TO 30

These non-objective works reveal a remarkable unity of structure, balance and colour. Winchester Modern, 758 Humboldt St. winchestergalleriesltd.com DUPLICATE TO MAY 16

Featuring the work of artists Paul MacIntyre, Sasha Opeiko and Matt Trahan, friends who, unbeknownst to each other, have recently made work based on the meticulous hand-wrought reproduction of existing surfaces, giving rise to a sort of process-based visual alchemy. Deluge Contemporary Art, 636 Yates St, deluge.ca.

Durang’s cheeky homage to all things Chekhov. The bucolic WINDRUSH GALLERY GRAND JOEL PLASKETT- East coast bliss of siblings Vanya and blues, reggae, and folk rocker Joel Plas- OPENING MAY 29 Sonia is thrown into disarray kett performs at Alix Goolden PerforWindrush Gallery celebrates when sister-turned-movie mance Hall May 7, 7:30pm. vcm.bc.ca its grand opening with a actress Masha returns home mental health-themed show with her new, rather dimwitted, in support of YouthSpace.ca. lover in tow, sparking a fiery Attend this catered, gluten-free bout of rivalry, lust and opportuni- JOHN TAYLOR RETROSPECTIVE event and see how mental health ty. Belfry Theatre, belfry.bc.ca.

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Simply put, Yo-Yo Ma is the most well-known, popular, charismatic and talented classical musician in the world, and has been for some time. Do not miss his first orchestral performance in Vancouver in over a decade.

With Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and Bramwell Tovey conductor, Orpheum Theatre. orpheum-theater.com.

DIANA KRALL MAY 13

No other female artist has done more to keep jazz on pop culture’s radar than modern day jazz legend Diana Krall. Revered for her impressive live concerts, Krall regularly performs covers of songs by artists like Bob Dylan, Tom Waits, and Neil Young, giving the material a signature jazzy twist that ticket buyers have come to know and love. At the Orpheum Theatre. orpheum-theater.com.

CHEEK TO CHEEK TONY BENNETT AND LADY GAGA MAY 25 AND 26

Coastal Jazz presents a 30th anniversary banner event: Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga in Vancouver with their Cheek to Cheek concert tour with two performances at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Featuring tracks from their critically acclaimed album Cheek to Cheek which debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 charts. tickets-center.com

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SIDNEY ANGLERS 2015 SALMON DERBY MAY 1 AND 2

Any individual, including Sidney Anglers Association committee members, may enter the derby by purchasing a ticket and agreeing to abide by the rules. Moorage for contestants’ boats is available at Port Sidney Marina and Van Isle Marina. sidneyanglers.ca WESTSHORE REBELS MAY 1 TO 3

Everyone is invited out to Westhills Stadium, 1089 Langford Pkwy, to watch the players of your team take shape. westshorerebels.ca OAK BAY HALF MARATHON MAY 24

Join locals and visitors alike on a fun filled race day. Events include: Half Marathon; Relay; 10.73K; 5K; Kids 1K. Benefits C-Fax Santa’s Anonymous. oakbayhalf.com

Late 80’s heartthrobs New Kids on the Block were the first of the era’s boybands to make a name for themselves, breaking hearts and sending teens into a frenzy. Joining them will be the hugely successful Urban Soul outfit TLC, one of the top-selling female RnB groups of all time, and Grammy Award-winning rapper Nelly, a force to be reckoned with on the Hip Hop and RnB scene. At the Tacoma Dome. seattle-theatre.com NEIL DIAMOND MAY 10

Neil Diamond, iconic Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter performs at Seattle’s KeyArena.

The depth and power of the Neil Diamond songbook, from his early hits, right through to his soon to be released Melody Road album, will be a treat for fans everywhere.

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SESAME STREET LIVE LET’S DANCE! MAY 22 TO 24

Hosted by two live performers, Sesame Street Live Let’s Dance! offers an up-close, interactive experience like you’ve never had before! Dance in the aisles as all of your favorite Sesame Street friends join you on the floor! Ages one and older must have a ticket. xfinityarenaeverett.com

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Wandering around the Victoria Flea Market with a coffee in your hand, exploring the vendors’ wares for something that catches your eye is more than just shopping, it’s a social experience. This years’ market runs 10am to 4pm every Sunday, in Market Square.

SIDNEY STREET MARKET MAY 14 TO AUG. 27

Every Thursday night, 5 to 8:30pm Beacon Ave, is closed to traffic and transformed into one of the most festive street markets in BC. sidneystreetmarket.com.

GOLDSTREAM STATION MARKET MAY 23 TO OCT. 17

The Goldstream Station Market is a community market where all the vendors make, grow, bake or raise the products they sell.

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NATURE of the BEAST

LAURA LAVIN editor@mondaymag.com

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rolific Canadian hard rock band April Wine has seen some change over the years.

Longtime guitarist Brian Greenway even loses track listing the names. “There’s been 12 or 13 of us: Gerry retired, left the band; Jim Clench left, then he passed away; Richie and David Henman left in ’73; Gary Moffet and Steve Lang didn’t come back when we Classic Canadian rockers April Wine perform in Victoria May 13. got back together in ’92; self titled album in 1971 which featured the hit Fast Steve Segal came in ’92 left Train, they followed up releasing nine albums over in ’95; then there’s Blair … uh, what the heck’s his the next 10 years, six of those hitting Canadian last name?” Greenway breaks into raucous laughter.

Platinum status with 1979’s Harder Faster and “(Blair Mackay) was there for a few years and Breen Nature of the Beast both also reaching Gold on the (LeBoeuf) was there for a few years. Now Richard US charts.

(Lanthier) and Roy (Nichol) are there.”

Greenway joined the band as third guitar in late The current lineup also includes founding member 1977, after the band made headlines playing a chariMyles Goodwin. ty concert at the famed El Mocambo Club in Toronto “You never retire from anything like this – it’s not with a band called “The Cockroaches” who turned like you’re there every day doing it,” says Greenway.

“It happens all of a sudden. It happens at a terrifying out to be The Rolling Stones.

April Wine’s performance was recorded and pace, then it stops and you wonder ‘what just happened?’ But that’s the nature of the business released as Live at the El Mocambo. The band then toured the US opening for The Stones, then for – I was going to say beast, but that’s bands including Styx, Rush and Nazareth. cliché,” he muses at the referral to “We did take a break for eight years, ’84 to ’92,” the band’s 1981 Nature of the Beast April Wine says Greenway. But since then it’s been a steady gig album which spawned their must May 13 Royal with annual tours across Canada and the US. successful single, Just between You Theatre “When we got back together in 1992, we used to and Me. rmts.bc.ca do close to 90 shows a year,” says Greenway. These April Wine released their debut

music days it’s closer to 50.

The rest of the year is “me time” says Greenway. Time spent playing music with other people. “I have a little duo that I work with, we’ve done a couple shows. Then there’s a four piece with some of the same people. … It’s fun because it’s not April Wine music, although I’ve got to play some of the stuff. I don’t want to play all April Wine stuff because I didn’t write it. Although some people expect to hear it, but – tough,” he says. “I’m not April Wine, I’m not trying to be April Wine, it’s just me.”

But with the band, Greenway still loves to rock.

“Lately we’ve been concentrating on the ‘70s and ‘80s. The albums that sold the most. People want to hear You Won’t Dance With Me, we haven’t played that in a long time. Depends on the type of fan because across the country some radio stations would play some of the syrupy stuff instead of the hard rock stuff that we really are.”

Audiences want to hear You Won’t Dance With Me and instead they hear 21st Century Schizoid Man, which is a song that most people really shouldn’t try to dance to,” he says.

“I like playing some of the other hits too. Just Between you and Me, that’s a classic ballad. But with You Won’t Dance With Me we get into the years when we had keyboards in the band and we don’t travel with keyboards anymore. So it depends on if Myles wants to try the arrangement without keyboards and how that sounds.”

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Naming names

Thomson is currently working on a venture called The World Remembers, a centennial project that displays the names of the millions who died during the First World War. Over the five year centenary (2014 to 2018), the project will display the names of the military war dead from both sides in nations around the world for the first time in history, it remembers and honours shared histories.

“If you’re going to commemorate war, what are you commemorating?

The battle, the winning, beating the other people? This is saying no.

What we believe it should be commemorating is every person that was killed. They all have stories, they all deserve to be honoured, one-by-one 100 years later. … And they have to be named. No one’s ever named them before.” theworldremembers.ca

The actor’s road

obert H. Thomson likens “Narrative has been monetized by big interests. himself to a hitchhiker along They’ve discovered that they can take a human the actors’ road. essential called telling stories about ourselves He stands by its dusty side, and monetize it. The switch was in Hollywood, arm outstretched, thumb of course. … The corporates moved in and said pointed skyward, eyes squinting into the ‘we like this industry’ not because they like telling distance, searching for his next ride. stories, but because they like the cha-ching. that Seated in a corner booth of the comes out at the end of it.”

Fernwood Inn his arm raised, thumb That’s not to say he would eschew a big budget extended, he sees them as they pass by: movie, but he tries to find projects that tell good “Movie, movie, movie, oh it’s gone,” his head stories. “Art house films. Films as opposed to toys.” twists, watching the imaginary vehicle. “TV, To Thomson, it’s all about storytelling.

TV, TV, oh it’s gone. Theatre, theatre,” “There’s no difference whether you’re on his eyes stop, his hand drops to slap a totally mediocre TV show, wheththe wooden tabletop. “Ok, I’ll go to er you’re on a great film, whether the theatre.” you’re at a wonderful theatre called Vanya and Sonia He’ll take whatever ride comes Belfry, whether you’re doing a and Masha and his way, happy to be at work, speech for a fundraiser … it’s all telling stories. Well-known for his narrative, and the quality of the Spike is at the Belfry role as Jasper Dale in CBC’s Road narrative, why you’re telling it, to to May 17 to Avonlea, he’s now onstage in whom you’re telling it, that’s the the Belfry Theatre’s Vanya rails.” and Sonia and Masha and The now bearded 68-year-old says Spike, in which he portrays he’s been lucky in his career. “I work Vanya, who, with his sister Sonia, the edges, that’s what I call it – my career is spends his days reflecting on lost chances working the edges. The Quarrel, The Englishman’s and bemoaning his wasted life. Not someBoy, The Saga of Hal C. Banks, they’re all fantasthing Thomson himself makes time for. tic films for me, Chloe. I did a Greek film no one’s His mother’s family is originally from ever seen, a really lovely Greek film, Athanasia.”

Victoria and he connects himself to the The Belfry show, he says is a nice diversion. “I Pemberton and Holmes names. love it. It’s a fun, wry, sad story with laughter,” he “I wanted to be a fireman when I was says. “It’s a pleasure for me to come and be in a a kid. Then I wanted to be an usher at nice theatre with a nice play because it’s like a holStratford, then I wanted to be an actor, then iday.”

I wanted to be a physicist. I have a confused It may feel like a holiday, but Thomson gives life,” he bursts. it his all, along with the rest of the cast which “You ascribe these motives early on … includes an entertaining, nuanced performance by what’s working itself out is about engaging Deborah Williams as Sonia, all the abs you can get with people, about telling stories. You can in an energetic performance by Lee Majdoub as tell stories through physics, through jourSpike, sweet naiveté from Yoshie Bancroft’s pornalism, through the arts, through painting, trayal of Nina, full-blown psychic possession from through sculpture, through politics, it’s all Carmela Sison as housekeeper Cassandra, along about weaving the narratives by which you with Brenda Robins tightly-wound, self-absorbed live.”

Masha.

As Thomson talks he pauses only briefly to “We hope it’s funny,” says Thomson. “All actors sip the carrot soup placed before him, prefer- despair and think a comedy is not funny before ring to espouse from his imaginary soapbox. they open. Then audiences laugh and ‘oh my god, “I hate the industry,” he says. “I really dis- it’s funny.’ Having people laugh in the audience is a like the industry.” wonderful, wonderful experience – as long as their He calls it the corrosion of the narrative. not laughing at you.”

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Just the 3 of us I have ever had. They laughed hard at jokes and clapped loudly at the end. It felt safe and silly, like being a kid and doing a dance in the living room for your aunts.

Last year I was on the other side of the country on tour. I walked through the stage door and dropped my bags off in the dressing room. I heard my name over the loud speaker and made my way to the stage for a sound check.

As I walked onto the stage I looked out at the empty theatre, hundreds upon hundreds of seats and in just a few hours every one of them would be full. Outside the theatre there was a line up of people who had been waiting for hours to get tickets. I couldn’t figure out what I had done right. I had a good poster, a catchy title, and some okay reviews … but I’d had that before and gotten nothing.

That night, as I got ready, I found myself getting nervous. I couldn’t get settled and comfortable. I think the size of the audience and the expectation was shaking my confidence, but at five minutes to show time, there’s no turning back. It’s like hitting black ice.

You can’t control what’s gonna happen next, you just close your eyes and pray!

Standing at the side of the stage,

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When I was 21, I performed for the smallest audience I have ever had. In a theatre with 150 seats I had two paying customers.

I couldn’t figure out what I had done wrong. I had a good poster, a catchy title and some okay reviews.

In the actors union if the number of cast members out numbers the audience members, you can cancel the show and nobody gets in trouble. They had beat me by one.

Defeated, I walked out and asked if they would like a show or if they would like their money and an extra hour of their free time. They excitedly said that they had been looking forward to the show for weeks, but that if I didn’t want to do it, they could see it another time. Their enthusiasm surprised me and gave me a boost of confidence. They came for a show and so a show they shall have.

If I am being honest, I think per capita they were the best audience

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the lights dimmed and I heard them call my name. Walking on stage is a strange moment, the sound of that many people all facing the same way and applauding can be very loud, and no matter where you are the lights are blindingly bright. As I began my show I was rocky and uneasy, and then I saw them. Sitting in the third row of the theatre, beaming away was the same couple from so many years ago. What I didn’t know at that moment was a year before, they had moved and when they saw my name in the paper they were the first to buy tickets. All of a sudden the rest of it didn’t matter, not the venue, not the people. It was just the three of us. We were back in that small theatre in my home town and the show was just for them. People often ask how I’m able to get people out to my shows and honestly I have no idea.

I have had shows where people waited for hours in the rain for tickets and shows where I couldn’t pay a person to come see me. What I realized on stage that night on tour was that it doesn’t really matter. I love what I do. I always have. And I think if you love what you do, then it doesn’t matter how many bums in seats you have, you are already a success.

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he skirl of the pipes and the scent of whisky will be in the air as the 2015 Victoria Highland Games and Celtic Festival takes over Topaz Park May 16 to 18.

New events and exhibits include a strongman competition, a sheaf toss competition, the Celtic Cup – a threeday Gaelic football tournament – sheep dog herding demonstrations, hurling demonstrations, blacksmithing and more.

Although the event is strong on athletic competition, music, dance and entertainment is also high on the list of things to do, including a crowd favourite, highland dance.

One local performer to watch out for is Provincial Champion, 14-year-old Sarah Bryan.

Inspired by her older cousins to take up highland dancing, her work ethic has taken her to the top of her class. “I just like how energetic it is and how I can learn new things – it makes me happy,” she says. victoriahighlandgames.com

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All that glitters

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t’s a peculiar experience to be blinded by a brick. You don’t expect it to reflect light.

So when it does – when the sun’s rays bounce off it and hit you in the eyes – you wonder why.

The videographer and I discovered the bright brick while driving around Vic West, looking for a story for the end of the six o’clock news.

You can find it too – at the corner of Catherine and Esquimalt Road.

We asked people walking by if they knew anything about it. Most had never noticed it before. One woman reacted to it by turning her mouth up into a smile and lowering her glasses down for a better look.

When you get close to the wall you realize it’s not a brick at all. It’s the space where a brick once was. A rectangular space decorated with a mosaic of bright red mirrors, framed by red glass beads.

The people we spoke with described it as pretty, happy and out of this world. One man described it as a UFO, so aliens could, “look at us as much as we’re looking at them.”

Another man declared it an “enigma of life.”

To misquote Winston Churchill – it was proving to be a riddle, wrapped in a mystery, inside a brick wall.

So the videographer and I went looking for a more definitive answer. We knocked on the building’s back door and asked to speak with the person who works on the other-side of the bejeweled brick. Fortunately, that person was

Mark Palmer, who knew all about it.

He told us he was approached by a stranger who asked if he could “fillin” the missing brick. Mark said yes, and that was the first and last time they ever met.

“He appeared one day and disappeared the next,” said Mark.

Somehow, someone took an unremarkable brick wall, built in 1902 to house the Silver Spring Brewery, and added a mystery mosaic.

Mark then asked to speak directly into the camera. He had a message: “to the mysterious, artistic person who brought some beauty to this building – thank you very much.”

Thank you for reminding us that – to misquote Leonard Cohen – there is a crack in everything, that’s how the sparkly light gets in.

Adam Sawatsky is co-host of CTV News Vancouver Island at Five. On weekends, he hosts ‘Eye on the Arts’ on CFAX 1070.

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Beauty and the brew LAURA LAVIN editor@mondaymag.com

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hey say, ‘you can’t judge a book by its cover’ but can you judge a beer by its label?

Chris Long, producer of Victoria Beer Week, says the label says a lot about what’s inside.

“Many brewers have a connection with local designers who supply their visual identity, it’s what make them unique. Shawn O’Keefe has an amazing relationship with Phillips – he supplies them with their identity.”

Long’s was the mind behind Beer Week’s art show.

“I did it in hand with Eric Van Kobra of Wolf/Sheep Arthouse – it’s a downtown gallery, they do a lot of great work and work with some cool graphic designers in town.”

The show included the work of local graphic artist (Chris) Crow Campbell.

“This was my second year doing it. I’ve never (designed a beer label) for money, this is a new venture. I haven’t done it for real before, but maybe one day,” says Campbell.

By day, Campbell works for Baggins as a designer.

“As a graphic artist, you prick your ears to that kind of stuff. It’s cool to see what’s going on, what people are doing, what different way they’re using to market a particular brand of beer. Sometimes when you’re in the store, you don’t know if anything about the wine or beer will appeal to you, you just choose based on the label.”

Campbell does have his favourites as far as labels go. “Phillips always does a really good job. Shawn O’Keefe’s been their primary designer for quite some time, he does some greatly illustrated labels with nice

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bold colours that grab on the beer labels, your attention.” but in the supportThe He also pointing material, it’s art of ed to Hoyne and all good looking Driftwood’s art work. people partying. beer “Driftwood just did a This has a strong redesign, it caught me woman at the core, by surprise when I saw it. not just in a supIt’s great that the local micro porting role.” breweries play with the labels Sorensen says the redesign was a fun to make them really interesting. It’s the way they set project. themselves apart. It’s nice to “Lots of the branding and packsee a flashy label rather than aging you do as a the same old dull thing.” designer is more Another recent standout corporate, in the redesign is Moon Under food and Water. beverage industry “Moon Under Water a lot of clients let just struck up a relationship you stretch your with a new creative (Bjauna creative muscles,” Sorensen) she’s a great artist,” she says. “It’s super says Long. “It’s nice to see fun work to do beer them taking it to the extra labels, not a lot of level. It’s one of the things Graphic artist Bjauna Sorensen in her Vancouver studio. that makes the local craft brewprojects compare. … ing community super cool.”

New craft brewers have got to make a statement Sorensen is a Vancouver-based graphic artist who that contrasts to other craft brewers out there and designed Moon’s Light Side of the Moon, Creepy crazy artistry is a great way to stand out. It’s a way Uncle Dunkel and its recently launched Hip As Funk to speak to the demographic that they relate to.”

Farmhouse IPA. And what’s under the label is reflected as well, she “Hip as Funk has a strong woman on the front,” says. “You want the taste of the product to come says Sorensen. “They wanted to create equality through the label itself. (Drinking the beer you’re within the beer industry so it’s not sexualized as designing for) is not a terrible thing to much. You don’t see (the sexualization of women) have to do.”

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e know not everyone enjoys their brew straight up. There are times when a beer won’t cut it on its own. So, Monday Mag asked our own Lounge Lizard to share their top five beer cocktails.

1) Black Velvet: If you’re going to drink beer, why not add some sparkle?

5 oz champagne 5 oz Guiness Combine in a glass, stir lightly.

2) Ale-ng Bloody Mary: A little of my own invention that makes for a happy hubby.

2 oz vodka 2 oz tomato juice 2 dashes Worcestershire Sauce 1 dash hot sauce (or to taste) ½ oz lime juice ice 2 oz light ale Put everything except the ale into a shaker and shake till well chilled. Pour into a tall glass filled with ice and top with beer. Garnish with pickled asparagus or your veggie of choice.

3) Arf and Arf: Invented in 1888 by renowned bartender Harry Johnson 3 to 4 oz porter 3 to 4 oz ale 4) Dogfish Cocktail: A Jamie Boudreau classic that’s a pain to create because you have to make the Pumpkin Ale liqueur but worth the bother.

1¾ oz Rittenhouse 100 ¾ oz Carpano Antica Formula ½ oz Cynar ¼ oz Pumpkin Ale liqueur Stir together over ice in a shaker and strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

5) The Shandy: There are plenty of variations on this classic. Some are equal parts lemon lime soda, ginger ale or ginger beer but my favourite Englishman goes for: 1 pint of ale 1 shot of lime cordial Fill glass ¾ full and pour in lime cordial.

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NATALIE NORTH banquet room for $1.25 an hour. He arts@mondaymag.com remembers selling Lucky for 55 cents There are a few benefits to being the a bottle on his first shift and he was longest-running bartender in the city. always quite happy to go about his job - You get to witness chance encounwith a lit candle on his head. Yes, a fire ters and long-held traditions: new on his head. friends meeting from around the “They weren’t real thick candles, so world, or a 45th annual commemoI’d need about three a night. People ration of your high school’s provincial will (still) come in and say: ‘Is this the basketball victory when a group of place where the guy wears a candle?’

62-year-old dudes join you for a beer; “Sorta breaks me up like: ‘Yeah, this - You get to go out of the house and is it, but I don’t have one anymore – (it socialize four nights a week was just) a couple of years and return home at any in the late-70s.”

Gerry Laing hour you so please while He watched a bra left has seen it all your wife pays no mind; as collateral for an $11 in 45 years at - “You might get waived tab in ‘89, turn into a to the front of the Burger Big Bad John’s beloved exhibitionist trend King lineup,” says Gerry and a man named Harris Laing, who, for 45 years, has been from Terrace affix the first dollar bill to clad in overalls at his post behind the the wall, back when dollar bills were Big Bad John’s bar. Just how do those actually in circulation. The man’s been benefits leave the vet of the service witness to the evolution of music delivindustry feeling? ery through the country music he dials “Feels like you get your cheeseburgup, from records in ‘72, to eight tracks er sooner than everyone else,” Laing until ‘77 when someone stole them, to says plainly. cassettes until 2002, when digital tunes His journey at the Strathcona Hotel took over. actually started several years prior to All the while, Laing’s taken requests his debut at BBJ’s – which has been – but he doesn’t play them, he says.

Victoria’s hillbilly bar of choice since “For most people, bartending’s a job its inception in 1962 while the World’s between jobs, but I never had a job Fair was in Seattle. Laing began serving before this and I’ll probably never have officially in 1968, as a bus boy in the one after this. ... Most bartenders are

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Big Bad John’s veteran bartender Gerry Laing.

a lot better than me, but my thing is that I have the gift of gab. The trick to bartending isn’t selling one drink, it’s selling two drinks.”

An error Laing has seen his fellow drink slingers commit over the years: they don’t talk to people who aren’t their friends. It’s wise advice, but almost unfair in that Laing has made so many connections through the job over the years. Forming friendships with customers, many of whom are scattered around the world, was inev-

itable. They remember to pop by Big Bad’s for a drink from Laing on each Victoria visit.

“It’s like I’m sort of out with everybody,” he says, “but I’m not drinking.”

That will all change soon enough.

Laing has big plans slated for July – the month when Big Bad John’s turns 53 and he hits 65.

“I’m going to finish my shift and have a drink,” he says. “A Kokanee.”

And as for life after retirement: “Things will be OK. I guess I could still be there on Saturdays.”

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Happy Hour BEERS

International Bitterness Units (IBU) is a measure of how bitter a beer is. The higher the IBU, the more bitter beer will taste. Here’s a basic guide for IBU ranges.

Ales English Brown Ale 20-30 IBU Porter 20-40 IBU Pale Ale 20-50 IBU Extra Special Bitter 30-50 IBU

Irish Stout 30-60 IBU India Pale Ale 40-60 IBU Barleywine 50-100 IBU Double IPA – 60-100 IBU Lagers American Lager 10-20 IBU Pilsner 20-40 IBU Bock 20-30 IBU

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CANOE BREWPUB (canoebrewpub.com) BAVARIAN COPPER BOCK Winner of a Canadian Brewing Awards Gold Medal in 2008, this beer combines a rich malt character with a subtle hop aroma to produce a delicious European-style bock beer.

CATEGORY 12 (category12beer.com) UNSANCTIONED BELGIAN-INSPIRED SAISON Their flavourful Saison is discreetly sessionable. It boasts a crisp body with a dry finish and a bouquet that is distinctly Belgian.

Hints of clove and spice, complemented by aromatic hops, make this a stand out where it matters most.

DRIFTWOOD BREWERY (driftwoodbeer.com) OLD CELLAR DWELLER BARLEY WINE Three times the malt bill and five times the hops of a normal strength beer, this Barleywine tests the limits of the brewhouse. Enjoy this special beer young, but save a few bottles for future winters. Enjoy not too cold, say about 13C! Barleywine will age indefinitely, like wine.

4 MILE BREWING CO. (4milebrewingco.com) BEST BRITISH ALE This beer’s good breeding shows through in the exquisite balance of English malt & hops. It’s cask conditioned so is naturally carbonated. It’s great for an afternoon at the lake with friends.

HOYNE BREWING CO. (hoynebrewing.ca) DEVIL’S DREAM IPA Here’s to Daniel Lapp, Oliver Schroer, ELH, and all great fiddlers. Libation and music, like the tumultuous marriage of malt and hops, stand waiting at the crossroads. And look: here comes the Devil, whistling past the graveyard, singing in the midnight choir, bottle in one hand, a fiddle in the other, and that crazy smile LIGHTHOUSE BREWING CO. (lighthousebrewing.com)

How about a frosty one?

Serving beer in frozen glassware is a common occurrence, but doesn’t do any favours for your beer’s taste.

Craft beer should be served in a glass rather than straight from the bottle, this allows you to take full advantage of the colour, aromatics and carbonation of the beverage.

Chilled and room temperature glasses are acceptable, but frozen glasses have undesirable disadvantages. Frozen glassware creates foaming due to a layer of ice being formed when the beer is poured into the glass, it can also create a stale taste.

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Summer’s coming and to help you discover a new taste, here’s Monday Magazine’s pick from each of Victoria’s breweries that we think are worth a try.

SEAPORT VANILLA STOUT The addition of pure Madagascar vanilla beans perfectly complements the rich, roasted malt notes of chocolate and coffee in an easy-drinking stout. Well balanced with a hint of sweetness.

MOON UNDER WATER (moonunderwater.ca) THE VICTORIOUS WEIZENBOCK Canadian wheat, German Munich and a little chocolate malt combine into one open-fermented party.

Fruity New Zealand hops complement the melanoidins, spicy clovelike phenols and banana esters.

PHILLIPS BREWING CO. (phillipsbeer.com) COULROPHOBIA IRA Coulrophobia India Red Ale juggles fresh pine bitterness with hints of citrus fruit. Pouring deep reddish-copper colour with a marshmallow white head, its fresh, full aroma may just change your mind about big noses. Delicately balanced with a hearty malt base, you’ll smile at the amount of body squeezed into this flavour vehicle.

SPINNAKERS GASTRO BREWPUB (spinnakers.com) DRAGONFLY RYE SAISON Brewed with Canadian pilsner and rye malt, American hops and a French saison yeast, Dragonfly Rye has a delicate balance of fruit and spice, with a light body and a refreshingly dry finish.

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SWANS BREWPUB (swanshotel.com) OLD TOWN PILSNER Brewed in the heart of old town Victoria, light gold, floral, balanced with a noble hoppy aroma and a full, soft texture. Their homage to the beers of 1903.

VANCOUVER ISLAND BREWERY (vanislandbrewery.com) HIGH TRAIL HONEY ALE High Trail Honey Ale is a tribute to our majestic wilderness, rolling meadows and the mighty peaks of this Island we call home. A smooth, medium bodied ale with a slightly sweet honey finish created by utilizing a combination of local wildflower honey and roasted barley malts.

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Dining Out For Life

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Artist and UVic instructor Sandra Meigs is back in her Victoria studio after accepting a Governor General’s Award for Visual and Media Arts.

INSIDEout LAURA LAVIN editor@mondaymag.com

the inner mind and the outer world.

Her Basement Panoramas, is a series of large murals. “It’s based on my personal Victoria artist Sandra Meigs is not experience after a year of grieving after afraid to let her inside out. The prolific my husband passed away.” She says her artist, whose overall body of work defies work over the years encompasses her description – her works include sculpinner experiences with a bit of narrative. ture, clothing, painting and robots – was “Often there’s a comic side to it,” she recently awarded a 2015 Governor says. “I usually try to put some figure General’s Award for Visual and Media into my paintings. I jump around with Arts. scale. I like small scale that’s intimate.

Born in Baltimore, Meigs attended the The next (piece) might be very large, I Nova Scotia College of Art and Design like the way it’s so absorbing. I always and has her Master of like to be fresh, always Arts in Philosophy from new. If you follow 20 See her Dalhousie University. years, one piece leads to work online “I was a very introanother.” verted child and I didn’t Meigs was nominated sandrameigs.com have a lot of social for the award by Open skills,” says Meigs. “My Space Executive Director sister was 17 years my elder and went to Helen Marzolf. art school. My parents had her self por“Sandra has made an extensive contrait over the fireplace and I thought that tribution to Canadian art and she nicely was so exotic – she was my inspiration.” completed a major body of work last Meigs found solace from a dysfuncyear that was presented at Open Space, tional family which included “an alcohol- Basement Panoramas,” says Marzolf. ic father and a mother who didn’t know “From my perspective, people across the what to do with all of that” in drawing country recognize her work. She’s an artand began to attend art classes at a very ist with superior confidence and makes young age. ordinary things seem extraordinary.”

“I took a class in drawing nude figMeigs was presented with a $25,000 ures. It felt a bit out of place as a young- cash prize and commemorative ster with adults but I just fell into it and medallion by His Excellency the Right loved it,” she says.

Honourable David Johnston, Governor Her love of the people and the landGeneral of Canada, at a ceremony at scape led her to stay and pursue her Rideau Hall in Ottawa on April 8. Some artistic dreams on Canadian soil. After of her work will also be featured in a a 10-year stint in Ontario, she came to special exhibit of 2015 winners at the Vancouver Island and began her assoNational Gallery of Canada, to Aug. 30. ciation with the University of Victoria “Oh my God, I was overwhelmed,” where she is now a professor with the says Meigs of the experience. “It was University’s Department of Visual Arts. such an amazing gift and honour, I was “I didn’t aspire to be a teacher,” she very surprised. Of course, you know says. “With art, you don’t make a ton of you’re nominated because you have to money to do it. (Teaching) was a great sign the forms, but to be chosen was a way to support myself. very moving, very emotional feeling for “It gives me energy to be surrounded me. It’s significant career recognition. It’s by young people who continue to bring different than an exhibition because it’s new ideas into the world,” she adds. being recognized for your ongoing work.

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M

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For 40 years, Kaleidoscope Theatre has been presenting family appropriate shows to Victoria audiences, as well as giving area youth a place to let their creativity shine.

Kaleidoscope’s third annual Family Theatre Festival includes four family-friendly shows by Victoria’s most dynamic theatre companies.

Pinkalicious: The Musical is presented by the Kaleidoscope Teen Ensemble.

“Most of them have been together 2015 for five years – they’ve grown up Family Theatre here – as did I,” says Pat Rundell, Festival Kaleidoscope’s artistic associate. “I indoors at grew up in the company. I started Metro Studio doing classes at 12 then went to theatre school and found my way back to Victoria.” Rundell attended the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in can’t stop eating pink cupcakes despite warnings Hollywood, CA. from her parents. Her pink indulgence lands her at Rundell says Kaleidoscope artistic director Roderick the doctor’s office with Pinkititis, an affliction that Glanville curated the festival himself, choosing the turns her pink from head to toe. But when her hue Teen Ensemble, Theatre SKAM, Puente Theatre and goes too far, only Pinkalicious can figure out a way Intrepid Theatre to produce shows. to get out of this pink predicament.

“They are all companies who do really neat work Theatre SKAM presents Runaway (ages 10+), or who wanted to work with us this year,” says a show about love, loss, acceptance – and extraterRundell. restrials.

Kaleidoscope’s Teen Ensemble will perform Sam Stewart, 16, values the environment and has Pinkalicious: The Musical (ages 5 to 12), based on organized a rally led by David Suzuki – who hasn’t the popular book. It’s the story of Pinkalicious, who

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Puente Theatre presents The Umbrella (ages 6+), a love story about a man and his umbrella; but one storm-struck day a certain sinister crow threatens their happiness together. The set is a theatrical-storm contraption, complete with thunder sheet, wind machine, and rainspout; the puppet stage is a huge bucket. Through a storm both metaphorical and actual, heroes emerge scarred – but love prevails.

Finally, Intrepid Theatre brings I Have Seen Beautiful Jim Key (ages 5+), a new play by Janet Munsil, inspired by the true story of an educated horse and the remarkable man who trained him. Using only patience and kindness (and apple slices) former slave, William “Doc” Key, trained his ugly duckling of a horse, Jim, to read and count. Their traveling show in the early 1900s was an inspiration for millions of school children, illustrating the importance of being kind to animals.

“The festival allows people to see very exciting but very different types of theatre. There’s something for everyone. With the Family Pass, as well, you get a great weekend with four amazing shows from four amazing local theatre companies,” says Rundell.

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en years ago I offered my Dad parmesan cheese on his lasagne, which he quickly refused. When I told him it wasn’t the shaker container version, he was willing to try it.

To me, the difference between the cheese I’d found at a local Italian deli, and the version we had in the fridge when I was a kid because, “nobody likes it” so it would last longer was amazing.

The foods we love and hate change through the years and for me, somewhere in my early 20s, it drifted into needing to know where my food came from. Later, it would become my job, working for a Victoria-based coffee roaster so committed to trade practises and sourcing, it would open my eyes to a whole new world. And coffee. So much coffee.

People who produce our food and drink here at home and abroad are what drive my passion for food.

Instagram and other social media channels are so full of food photos, we joke about it, but it matters. Encouraging

each other to try new things, and ask questions about where it comes from spurs great conversation. Food has become as debatable as politics. Food is political. Organic, GMO, natural, local, the list goes on. Helping each other learn builds a stronger local economy and sense of community.

So let’s start with lunch. It’s easy to make, easy to find, and hardly ever as daunting as “What’s for dinner?” A handheld lunch on the go for under $10 is always a hit for me. I’m loving the Beatrice Beef Burger at Deadbeetz Food Truck, made with locally raised, grass-fed meat, topped with pickled beets. It’s seriously awesome. Check their website for daily locations. Meat & Bread, is famous for their Porchetta, but I love the jerk chicken, and vegetarian feature that changes weekly.

This crew runs an impressive line, your

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The Oak Bay Beach Hotel celebrates Foodie Month, complete with food-themed movie nights and the Feast Food & Film Festival wrap brunch and movie.

The brunch takes place May 31 at 11am with a showing of El

wait is short even during a rush. Grilled cheese at Salt Spring Island Cheese Co. in the Victoria Public Market is a gooey slice of ultimate lunch satisfaction. Take home a jar of Saltspring Kitchen Co.’s Spicy Tomato Jam while you’re there. Sammich Cafe at View & Broad might be the smallest sandwich shop in town, with the biggest heart. Head here for the Elvis, at $4.75 you’ll eat like a king, complete with peanut butter and banana. Tacos at La Taquisa (Vic West and Downtown), and Tacofino (who moved from the truck to 787 Fort), offer great seafood and vegetarian options as well as local meats. Don’t forget to Instagram your lunch before you wipe it off your face.

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Tickets are $59 with a portion dedicated to the Victoria Film Festival, and include brunch and the screening of the film.

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’d recently heard that Six Mile Pub was using more local product, Two Rivers meat, Portofino breads, Phillips soda – they also joined the Grease Cycle Project based in Duncan. Last year they saved 10.70 tonnes of greenhouse gases from being emitted into the atmosphere just by recycling grease from their deep fryers – and rumour had it they installed a cocktail program.

After all, as the great cocktail wave sweeps across the continent why can’t it come to View Royal? And logic, well my logic, dictates that if they care about the food source then they would care about the cocktails.

There were two pages of cocktails and surprisingly quite a number contained fresh apple cider including two riffs on classics, the Bourbon Sour and The Perfect Storm.

The purpose of the cider as it turned out was filler. The drinks appeared in huge glasses normally used for sleeves of beer.

Both of these classics typically belong in rock glasses with ice, spirit and small amounts of the other ingredients.

The Perfect Storm it wasn’t.

It tasted mainly of ginger. The Bourbon Sour didn’t fair much better and lacked the tartness you would expect from a sour.

The rest of the list inspired no further sampling for me as it was rife with flavoured vodkas.

Finally, for the cocktail buffs: this May, the James Beard Foundation will induct Dale DeGroff, 66, into its Who’s Who of Food & Beverage in America.

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85-minute production after its initial The show premiered at debut at the Orlando Fringe Festival. the 2010 Orlando International Fringe “I made the decision that I wanted Festival where it became a breakout to keep doing this so I gave my two hit. weeks notice at my Disney job five Prior to its creation, Padgett, who years ago. It’s been a long road with now lives in Portland OR, was making ups and downs and a whole lot of lesa comfortable living working in various sons learned,” he says. roles at Walt Disney World, Universal But the payoff has included the Studios, and the SAK Theatre in chance to performing for top execuOrlando, FL as an actor, improviser and tives at NBC, work shopping a new Hatha “IFlow Kundalini Ashtangamusical Prenatal Nidra musician. can sum up the syndrome improv game Restorative show with in short as golden handcuffs,” says Wayne Brady and his first role in a feaPadgett. The gigs included an equity ture film. contract, vacation and sick pay but no These days though, Padgett is on creative control. the road with 6 Guitars, a portrayal of “It was less art and more of a day six guitar player, from a 19-year-old job,” he says. As a performer he want- rock prodigy to an 87-year-old blues ed to challenge himself and break out man, each with their own distinct of his comfort zone. voice, views, and musical style. Padgett “It’s a scary thing imagining an performs May 8 and 9. Tickets and audience there for an hour and you info at intrepidtheatre.com have to be entertaining enough to

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For the third annual Family Theatre Festival, Kaleidoscope has joined forces with Puente Theatre/The Old Trout Puppet Workshop, Theatre SKAM and Intrepid Theatre May 2/3 and will be staging shows at the Metro Studio (corner of Quadra and Johnson).

Victoria is a city of choirs, and one of the more recent additions is the Victoria Mendelssohn Choir, conducted

by Maestro Simon Leung. The VMC Spring Concert May 2 at Oak Bay United Church and May 3 at Sidney’s St Elizabeth Church features guest soloists, Anna Shill, soprano, and Joshua Lovell, tenor, in a program of music that includes J.S. Bach, Mendelssohn

and Schubert. Tickets available at the door and at Long & McQuade, Russell Books and Ivy’s Bookshop in Victoria; Tanner’s Books in Sidney.

Canadian photographer John Taylor, owner of Eclectic Gallery in Oak Bay, is one of 12 artists across Canada to be inducted into the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts (RCA) in Montreal this May. His photographic focus is architecture. The John Taylor Retrospective May 4-June 6 covers 40 years (from 1975-2015). Of local interest, Taylor was site photographer on St. Ann’s Academy, Victoria Memorial Arena and the Blue Bridge projects, among others. Opening exhibition May 9. eclecticgallery.ca Theatre Inconnu, Victoria’s longest running alternative theatre company, presents Cockfight, a witty and sensitive examination of the confusion around sexual identity, by acclaimed young British playwright Mike Bartlett. May 5-23. ticketrocket.org “Something wicked this way comes.”

Legions of English students have studied Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Now, Blue Bridge Repertory Theatre, under the direction of artistic director Brian Richmond brings this timeless classic to the stage in a text-first adaptation featuring Jacob Richmond, Celine Stubel and Shauna Baird. May 5-24

ticketrocket.org You’ve seen the film and cheered with your children or grandchildren when the monster Shrek prevails. Now, join Four Seasons Musical Theatre in celebration of their 40th season for SHREK the Musical May 21-31 at Isabelle Reader Theatre in Langford. fsmtheatre.ca The Reader’s Theatre Festival, at Langham Court Theatre May 23 is a unique opportunity to see four short plays, including the world premiere of local playwright Pippa Catling’s The Steam Room, presented as staged readings by Monterey Middle School Drama Group, Target Theatre and Langham Court Theatre. Admission by donation Langhamtheatre.ca The penultimate episode of the Derwin Blanshard Show’s third season is May 24.

Expect hilarity and topical guests as you become part of a live studio audience at this meta-theatrical (fake) TV variety show.

Gotta Getta Gimmick’s chorus line cabaret 14 at the Belfry Theatre (Studio A) May 25 highlights the music of composer Leonard Bernstein. Tickets are highly prized for this fun-filled evening. Watch the curated Act 1, then stay for Act 2 with sing alongs, jumpups and Diva Tag. Belfry.bc.ca Janis La Couvée is a community builder, writer and arts advocate.

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1. Start with a bold print: The first step in creating an outfit with mixed prints is to start with a bold or accent print. You could start with a bright floral skirt or bold graphic scarf like this Front Row Society one. This scarf was my starting point and I paired the other prints, colours and textures based on the colours in the scarf.

For the men’s look, the plaid Baracuta G9 jacket is the focal print.

2. Choose a colour family: Try to choose colours that come from a similar colour family and palette. The prints should share a similar colour or have a common background colour like white or grey. I always say that if the colours look good together, then the prints will work well together. If you want to play it safe, stick with prints that have neutral background colour like black, white, navy or beige because they are easy to mix His look and go with everything. In this instance, I combined bright colours Citizen Clothing with softer, pastel shades to comBaracuta G9 jacket in plete the look and incorporate the Blackwatch: $395 colours in my bold, graphic scarf.

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4. Choose prints of different scale: It’s important not to have too many prints of the same scale when planning your ensemble. If you have a large scale floral print, try combining it with a subtle floral print from the same colour family. Your large scale floral print will act as your focal print and it won’t clash against the smaller scale floral print.

5. Break up the look with solids: It helps to break up your look with solid colours so the eye has a resting point and doesn’t get overwhelmed with head to toe pattern. Try breaking up your look with a sold colour shirt or layer with accessories to tone down the overall look.

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I started at the Pier end of Sidney and first went into Muffet and Louisa, 2506 Beacon Ave. I was greeted by a fabulous reclaimed fir and iron table hand built by a local artist. A banded inlay of iron accented the top surface with an additional support of iron acting as a trestle. Also on display were the most wonderful coat racks, also hand made from unique pieces of wood and funky iron hardware for hooks. These pieces are truly one-of-akind and a statement. Muffet and Louisa are also known for their quality kitchen ware and bed linens.

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I was first dazzled by their eye catching spring window display.

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I enjoyed every minute, and couldn’t help but buy some beach themed lunch napkins for the coming summer outdoor season.

My afternoon stroll flew by, I was truly amazed by Sidney’s merchants and can’t wait to spend another Saturday window shopping in Sidney by the Sea. Sheri Peterson has been an interior designer for 22 years in Victoria. She designs for commercial, residential and hospitality clients.

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man, Salgado fled Brazil’s brutal military dictatorship and initially pursued a career in economics. Further politicized by the poverty he saw while travelling on business in Africa, this amateur shutterbug made the risky move to professional photographer in his 30s.

Part artist and part adventurer, he found himself leaving his wife and family for long stretches as he travelled from Papua, New Guinea to the remotest areas of South America. Empathetic and curious, Salgado was able to forge human connections with indigenous peoples, all the while transforming their harsh lives into stunning images. From Hieronymus Bosch-like scenes of thousands of Brazilian open-pit Sebastião Salgado, Greater gold miners toiling like ants to the corpse-strewn Burhan Oil Field, Kuwait, 1991. tableaux of the Bosnian genocide, Salgado challenged the world with unforgettable photos from the world’s darkest places.

The arc of his journey as a man and an artist is elegantly conveyed in Salt, which shows selected ROBERT MOYES photos while Salgado reminisces about when and arts@mondaymag.com how they were shot and what they meant to him.

It’s been a golden age for docuThere is also current footage to complement the mentaries for some years now, but photos, with Wenders working in black and white few are as visually rich and emotion- while the colour footage was shot by Salgado’s ally powerful as the award winning eldest son, Juliano. Many of the images – of dead Salt of the Earth. Co-directed by famine victims being washed by family members celebrated German filmmaker Wim before burial, or a church transformed into a charnel Wenders (Buena Vista Social Club) house in Rwanda – are heartbreaking to watch. And in company with Juliano Ribeiro Salgado speaks candidly about how his soul was Salgado, this is a moving tribute to nearly destroyed by all the horrors he felt obliged to the art and life of Sebastião chronicle. “We humans are terrible animals … our Salgado, the Brazilian-born history is a history of war,” he laments at one point. photographer whose proBut Salgado was able to fashion a happy ending for found black-and-white himself – and the audience – via a recent eight-year images of everything photography project celebrating the ecology of the from Ethiopian famine planet and its possibility for renewal. victims to the horrors The Oscar-nominated Salt was beaten by of Rwanda have borne Citizenfour, presumably for political considerations. witness to the most But judged on artistic merit, the haunting and inspiracute human misery ing Salt is by far the better film. of the last several THE SALT OF THE EARTH ★★★★ decades.

Directed by Wim Wenders and Juliano Ribeiro A leftist as a young Salgado. At UVic’s Cinecenta from May 3-9.

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They are presenting The Forgotten Kingdom and are raising funds with an independent film to support life changing programs in that country. thevic.ca Wild Tales, after an over-the-top

response at the Victoria Film Festival, is coming back in May. There is a munificent bent to the universe after all! Check out The Vic Theatre or Cinecenta.

And finally a not to miss jaunt to the ends of the world with Wim Wenders who turns his camera on famed photographer Sebastião Salgado, a man articulate with both words and pictures. The Salt of the Earth is truly a mesmerizing transformational film.

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Comic trend continues What’s the deal with stand-up comedians on television? Am I right?

In all seriousness, I’m a big fan of stand-up comedians, and you might be too without even realizing it.

Television and stand-up comedy have been tight for a long time, mainly because most successful comedians at one point or another venture into the world of television and quite a few really thrive there. Think Roseanne Barr, Dave Chappelle, and, of course, Jerry Seinfeld.

The trend continues and stand-up comedians are still doing some of the most interesting things on TV. It’s a hard show to get a hold of but if you have IFC or have somehow managed to access USA Netflix, then check out Maron, which has run for two seasons so far and comes back for a third starting May 14.

Marc Maron is a stand-up comic best known for his podcast WTF (wtfpod.com), and he’s kind of been my spirit animal lately, which maybe doesn’t reflect well on me.

Regardless, I love his podcast, can’t wait to see him live in Vancouver on May 9 and really enjoy the show, in which he plays a stand-up comedian and podcaster struggling with a mix of self-doubt and bitterness. But, you know, funny.

Maron is an old friend of Louis CK, whose show, Louie just started for a shortened season five on FX. For those who don’t watch Louie, what’s wrong with you? It’s compelling, hilarious and unpredictable, so you should really get on that. And again, if you do have that USA Netflix access, season four just became available, just between you and me.

What I love about both Maron’s and CK’s shows is that they aren’t carefully delivered and safe, which is so much of what we see with half-hour comedies now. Sure, they don’t always hit gold, but the joy is in watching them try for something honest, personal and different. And when they do connect, which is often, it’s some of the best television out there.

If it’s straight up stand-up you’re after, there are good options coming up. Chris D’Elia’s has a new special on Netflix called Incorrigible. You might know D’Elia from the failed Whitney or current Undateable, but he’s pretty darn funny, so worth checking out.

And Jen Kirkman, who you might know from Chelsea Lately (I didn’t), also has a stand-up special coming to Netflix May 22, called I’m Gonna Die Alone (And I Feel Fine). I’ve watched some of her stuff on YouTube and she’s got some good material, so this should be worth watching.

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Aries (March 21-April 19)

“Show me the money!” Your thoughts are about cash flow, wealth, savings and debt. Not only does the Sun highlight your earnings and preoccupation with money this month, both Mercury and Mars are also traveling through your House of Money giving you moneymaking ideas and a hands-on approach to earning money. And yes, Mars promotes a hands-on approach to spending money as well! But at a deeper level, you will also wonder what really matters in life? Is it money or a good night’s sleep?

Your stars for may 2015 enjoy yourself. Accept all invitations and extend a few yourself. Join clubs, and associations because you feel competitive and energetic. Expect to hang out with younger people and have fun. Please note: All this interaction with others will benefit you. This means that it is good for you to interact with others, not just for pleasure, but also because these associations will help you professionally, personally and possibly, physically, in a practical way. Some of you might dabble in a secret love affair.

you’re checking hotel rates and deals at resorts. This same influence will bring you good fortune dealing with publishing, the media, medicine and the law.

However, you want to turn over a new leaf. “I want to be the best I can be!” And why not – after all, you never again will be as young as you are today. Carpé Diem! (That’s Latin for “Is this hotdog beef?”) Along with your desire for self-improvement, you will be sexually aroused. (The two often go hand-in-hand.)

– musical performances, the theatre, movies and perhaps improv classes or theatre sports. For that matter, all sports events will be a major draw for you.

It’s the playoffs! Enjoy playful activities with children, as well. Romance and love affairs are also a major focus. Physical lovemaking will be hot because sex will be your form of self-expression. Yes, it’s a time of personal self-gratification, pleasure and good times!

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

The Sun, Mercury and fiery Mars all oppose your sign now, which makes you focus on partnerships and relationships. Mercury makes you eager to talk to others, especially about the relationship; and Mars makes you impatient with others because they seem to be so annoying. (Which, of course, they are.)

This applies to professional partnerships as well as marriages and intimate relationships. Fortunately, fair Venus will soften discord, promote affectionate intimacy and bring you gifts and favours from others.

Yay me!

Now your attention turns to home and family. Family meetings and discussions will be significant. Many will do home repairs or home renovations because there is increased chaos and activity where you live.

Visiting guests could be part of the insanity. Although you want a chance to cocoon, you might not get it.

On the upside, there is a promise of fun, entertainment and lots of good times. Love affairs and playful times with children will flourish. Sports activities will appeal. This is also a creative time for you. Look for ways to express yourself through some creative activity.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

It’s all about you, dear Taurus because the Sun, Mercury and Mars are now in your sign. This means you’re facing a powerful month where you have the upper hand, and an advantage in all your negotiations. Furthermore, you will attract important people to you and favourable circumstances. This is not to be sneezed at! Use this to your advantage. Mercury helps you communicate; and Mars pumps your energy, which is why physical sports will be a wise outlet in case you get too jazzed.

This is the only month all year when the Sun is at the top of your chart, acting like a spotlight on you, which makes others notice you. Furthermore, since this light is flattering, people not only notice you more, they admire you. This is why someone will ask you to take on increased responsibilities. Say yes because you won’t have to do anything special to dazzle them. (Good lighting is everything.) Mars makes you ambitious, Mercury facilitates talking to people in authority, and Venus promotes warm friendships.

Not too shabby.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Because your birthday is just one month away, this means your personal year is coming to an end. Do yourself a favour and set aside some time this month to think about what you want your new year to be all about. How do you want it to be different from last year? Studies show that when we define our goals and give them deadlines, the odds of our reaching these goals increase. Why not test this? Give yourself some goals for the next year. (This month is a great time to buy wardrobe items.)

You need a change of scenery! Look for ways to travel or enjoy weekend getaways this month to broaden your horizons and see new sights, new people and new places. (Grab a fish taco in Tofino, or lunch at the Oyster Bar, on Chuckanut Drive.) Go someplace that gives you a thrill. Others will love to take a course or start a new study. Interactions with people from a different culture will fascinate you.

Meanwhile, some of you will develop a crush on your boss or an authority figure. It’s an interesting month!

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You’re looking at a popular month ahead so plan to

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It’s time to roll up your sleeves and get to work. Make a To Do list. Get the right equipment – cleaning supplies, paint, shelving, labels, file folders or whatever it is you need. Your objective is to get better organized both at work and at home. Naturally, because you are on this improvement kick, you will want to improve your health. This is a good time to join a gym, adopt a new eating regime or try an exercise schedule. You love the outdoors so any kind of outdoor activity will be the ticket for you. Woof, woof!

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

This is the most playful time of the year for you. Grab every chance to party and have fun. Enjoy the arts

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

The pace of your days will accelerate now because you’re busy with short trips, errands, discussions with everyone plus increased reading and writing.

You’re on the go and loving it! This is a great time for intellectual activity and conversations with others because you have a lot to say. However, because you identify strongly with your beliefs, be careful about arguments. If others disagree with you, this is not necessarily a personal affront. Instead, use your verbal energy to sell, convince and persuade others with honey. Some people have a way with words – some people not have way.

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