August 2019 - FISSUE #132 2019 MARKS 10 YEARS OF FREE & EASY SALT SPRING ARTS, ENTERTAINMENT & CULTURE
Luke Wallace exitStageLeft Productions presents
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Salt Spring Has Issues • 10
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Luke Wallace
August 21st at the Farmers' Institute
Scopes Brought to you by our own in-house astrologer who now goes by her numerologically correct name of “Ya Righta.”
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d Libra:
_ Taurus:
e Scorpio:
All your wishes can come true if you're willing to briefly take on a life of crime.
The end is more like the beginning than you'd think.
John Batemans column will act as the voice of reason. Surprised? Us too, now go read it, page 10.
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Experience festival vibes at this rare full band concert at the outdoor band shell. Luke is excited to bring something new and exciting to his island fans. Having travelled around BC he can’t help but notice that his lived experience is so different than what’s talked about and spread in the media.
` Gemini:
Terrible, terrible shit's about to come your way. Start walking, hell maybe you should run.
“In my experience everyone I meet just wants to have a good time, provide for their kids and enjoy life. The media and institutions in government are not focusing on our want to unify.” Luke brings his message through music, his August show will boast a 3 piece band.
a Cancer:
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Hope, Unity & Love are the message Luke shares through his music. “My passion with the sonic’s of the band will be something really special. There is nothing like showing up somewhere as the sun goes down and really rocking out.”
b Leo:
h Aquarius:
“Luke Wallace is a folk musician and coastal advocate from unceded Coast Salish Territory known as Vancouver, Canada. Luke's music is a platform for the voices of communities fighting to protect the systems that help them thrive. Since 2012, Luke has been relentlessly touring the west coast of North America with the mission of using music to inspire audiences into action focused on social and environmental justice. Drawing from folk heroes like Pete Seeger and Woodie Guthrie, Luke embodies a new a wave of political folk music.” - Alex Harris
Avoid low-level lighting this week. Let your brilliance shine! Don't listen to what anybody tells you. That outfit looks great. This horoscope is brought to you in association with your upcoming incredibly bad luck.
c virgo:
You have good dental insurance, right?
f Sagittarius:
Wouldn’t it be ironic to die in the living room? Actions take a moment, consequences last a lifetime.
i Pisces:
Don't look now, but I'm pretty sure the guy next to you just took a piece of your hair.
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Let’s Talk About Body Odor We all sweat, it’s natural. In fact, it’s how our body purges toxins so it’s a really important part of life. So when did it become such a big deal? I’ve grown increasingly concerned over the last few years as 24, even 48 hour antiperspirants have become commonplace on drug store shelves. I get it, if you have hyperhidrosis, excessive sweating that affects the hands, feet, and armpits, then antiperspirant is a product developed just for you. But what about all those young men and woman society has fooled into thinking the natural occurrence of sweat is dirty? It’s always been a no brainer to me. Anything that blocks your body’s natural method of eliminating toxins cannot be good… right? Then there was the concern raised in the media that aluminum (the active ingredient in antiperspirants) was directly linked to Breast Cancer, this is unproven FYI but I am not taking any chances. I encourage you to find a better option. Pharmasave has a variety of aluminum free products to choose from but read your labels closely. The big brands like Secret are still choker block full of ingredients I cannot pronounce however they last the longest because of it. The live clean brand is a good choice; it boasts a long list of “free of ’s” but my only complaint is it doesn’t last all day. The most natural choice they offer is schmidt’s, I have the rose vanilla which I love but many of you may find it a bit too “hippy-dippy”. The only downside to this one is the shea butter base gets quite hard. The directions instruct you to “hold the product against your body before applying to soften so my first application, having not read that was a bit gruff. It does soften quickly, say by the count of 3 but still has a little grit to it as it contains baking soda and arrowroot powders. I still use it as my regular deodorant but reapply mid day and even take a birdbath as needed. If I am going to be out all day or at a special event I use the Secret for the long lasting odour protection but try to keep it to a minimum.
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Lisa Sigurgeirson Maxx, ECE
Nurturing, empowering & educating families for over 30 years *amma = grandmother in Icelandic
A tale as old as time is coming to ArtSpring this August! Fresh off their Shakespeare in the Park production of The Comedy of Errors earlier this summer, exitStageLeft Productions is presenting Disney's Beauty and the Beast as its main-stage musical for 2019. Belle is a young woman ahead of her time in a small provincial town, while the Beast is a prince whose actions have consigned him to a terrible curse. Can the Beast learn his lesson in time to break the curse and save not only himself, but all the inhabitants of his castle? With grand musical numbers, memorable characters and a set you'll need to see to believe, this classic tale of redemption and transformation is sure to delight the entire family. Building on the success of past main-stage musicals such as Spring Awakening, Spamalot and Cabaret, exitStageLeft Productions is ready to once again raise expectations about what's possible here on Salt Spring. It's all part of a mission set out by co-artistic directors Christina Penhale and Jekka Mack, who founded exitStageLeft back in 2013. "Every show we do, we try to choose one that stretches us or challenges us as artists," says Penhale. "We also choose shows we're passionate about, and those ones usually happen to have bigger meanings," adds Mack. Beauty and the Beast features the largest cast ever assembled for an exitStageLeft show, as well as its most ambitious costumes and set design. But the company's culture is what's truly setting the stage for yet another success. "The more we come from a place of possibility and positive expectation, the more we get from our people," says Penhale. "Where we live is a melting pot of so many talented people and we have the blessing and luxury of getting to work with some of them." Evening shows (7:30 p.m.) run on Aug. 23-24 and 28-31, with a matinee (2:30 p.m.) on Aug. 25. Special discounts are available for opening night and the matinee, including $10 youth tickets on Aug. 25 courtesy of Country Grocer. Tickets are on sale now through ArtSpring (note that special discounts can be purchased at the box office or by phone, not online). For more information, check exitstageleftproductions.com or find exitStageLeft on Facebook (exitstageleftproductions) and Instagram (@exitstageleftss).
Forget Free Play? I think not! It is the height of summer holidays for preschool and school-aged children and youth and many parents in today’s world do not get the summers off to be home with their children and need to find ongoing childcare throughout the year. Also, it is time to firm up plans for the coming (pre)school year. So, let’s talk. Our current North American society has exploded with the idea that keeping kids occupied and busy and “learning” is the best course of action for parents to take, and the way to give our young the best chance in life. With this shift in the cultural norm parenting agenda, with full-time working parents, and with the advent of household screen-based “entertainment,” in recent decades we have seen a drastic decline in normal, childhood play activities in our youngest citizens. Child-development experts share a growing concern that the vital importance of free play is being forgotten in our current society. I cannot emphasize strongly enough - (and what I really want to do is sing it – very loudly! – from the mountaintops) – we must, for the sake of our children’s wellbeing, and for the health of our overall society: LET CHILDREN PLAY! So, what is “free play?” It is unstructured and child-initiated playtime. It is imaginative, exploratory, creative and open-ended (that is, there is not a prescribed outcome per se, certainly not an adult-suggested one). Free play is vital for the healthy development of our children. Child-initiated play (that is, without adult initiation or guidance) helps children develop problem-solving skills, emotional self-regulation and a myriad of social skills. Engaging in free play encourages curiosity about the world around them and helps children become self-directed learners through their natural exploration of that curiosity. Children learn language skills and develop their vocabulary during play. They learn math and science concepts, too. Yes, in unstructured play all this happens! And, the emotional growth and development that free play activities offer is unprecedented and cannot be taught. In imaginative play children often act out what is happening in their world in order to make sense of it. When you are choosing child-care, schooling, and even summer camp options, enquire about the amount of time children will get to engage in free play. In early childhood centres children do not need a focus on “curriculum” to give them the best chance for their future. They actually need to play. And, before you sign the kids up for all the greatest extra-curricular classes offered come the school year, please endeavor to make certain that your young ones are getting ample time throughout their week to just play. Not on screens. Just simply playing. And trust, all the while, that they are learning essential life skills and indispensable knowledge about the world they live in. Developmental psychologist, Jean Piaget, said “Play is a systematic process of learning” and described it in depth in four stages. He also said, “Play is the work of children.” And so it is. Children. Need. To. PLAY. Send your parenting questions to: singingamma@gmail.com or www.facebook.com/thesingingamma Visit: www.thesingingamma.com
Summer Outdoor Concert Series Centennial Park, 6pm, FREE August 13: Itamar Erez & Hamin Honari Local Opener: Nicky MacKenzie. An uncommon conversation between guitar & percussion, composition and improvisation. Originally from Iran and Israel, these two internationally touring musicians met in Vancouver to bring together the traditional sounds of the Middle East with their own original music. Itamar Erez is an internationally renowned composer, guitarist/pianist who has shared the stage with such musicians as Omar Faruk Tekbilek, Tomatito, Avishai Cohen, Jean-Louis Matinier, Zohar Fresco, and others. His music blends the delicateness of Middle Eastern music with the freedom found in jazz and the passion of flamenco. Hamin Honari is an IranianCanadian hand drummer who plays a variety of Persian hand drums. He has toured as a member of the Dastan Ensemble, one of Iran’s most well-known Persian classical music groups and has performed with many musicians and singers. August 27: Pablo Cardenas Local Openers: The Chamigos Pable Cardenas is one of the best Cuban pianists of his generation. His versatility and high technical preparation make his music rich and ripe with influences of AfroCuban, Latin jazz, Fusion, Modern Jazz, Classical and more. Since arriving in Canada in 2011, he has delved into many collaborations and created musical projects (The Latin Combo), performing at varied venues and festivals: CBC, Vancouver International Jazz Festival, Vancouver Cuban Music Festival, Roots and Blues Festivals. Summer Outdoor Concert Series is presented by the Salt Spring Arts Council, in partnership with the SSI Tuesday Market – 6 evenings featuring great visiting and local musical acts. Concerts take place in Centennial Park, 6pm, every second Tuesday just after the Tuesday Market. With thanks to our generous Sponsors and funders: Country Grocer, Harbour House, CreativeBC, SSI Foundation and the CRD.
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Are you a teen on Salt Spring who has always wanted to exhibit your work but has not had an opportunity to do so? Now is your chance to share your visual art talents with your community! The inaugural SSNAP Youth Exhibit for Youth is your opportunity! The Salt Spring Arts Council (SSAC) and the Salt Spring National Art Prize (SSNAP) are proud to announce the inaugural SSNAP Youth Exhibit for youth age 13-18 (during the 2019 calendar year) who are residents or attend school in the Southern Gulf Islands. This juried exhibit will be shown at the Salt Spring Fine Art Gallery on Fri. Oct. 4 - 23 from 11-5pm daily parallel to the 3rd Biennial SSNAP exhibit at Mahon Hall, Sept. 21 - Oct. 21, 2019. Opening reception is Fri. Oct 4, 5-7pm. Youth may submit up to three 2-dimensional or 3-dimensional work in any medium, only one piece will be selected. Work must be dry and ready to hang at the time of jurying. Size restrictions are 2D max 30” wide including frame with no height restrictions, 3D max 36” in any direction. Work must have been completed on or after Jan.1, 2018. Work must be available for the entire duration of the exhibit and may be for sale, no commission will be taken. Please bring submissions to Mahon Hall on Fri. Sept. 13 from 10-5pm and Sat. Sept. 14 from 10-12am and be accompanied by a submission form. Work must be picked up work on Sun. Sept. 15th from 10-5pm. Submission forms https://ssartscouncil.com/call-youth-art-exhibition/ To support youth in creating work for this exhibit the SSAC is offering an Art Camp. Teen Summer Art Camp for ages 12-16, July 22-26 from 11-3pm in the Art Tent in the green behind Mahon Hall. $180 https://ssartscouncil.com/event/teen-art-camp/ We have bursaries www.ssartscouncil.com/youth-summer-bursaries/ All camps take place in the Art Tent in the green behind Mahon Hall in Ganges. 15 students max per camp.
SHOWCASE EXHIBITS Josephine Fletcher – New Works Until August 21 A new collection of landscapes and abstracts by beloved Salt Spring painter. Inspired by the colours and textures of gardens. Seasons in Colour - The Salt Spring Weavers and Spinners Guild August 23 - September 15 Opening Reception: August 23, 6-8pm The Weavers and Spinners Guild bring a new group show to the stage at Mahon Hall for the final Showcase of the summer. 15 members of the guild have risen to the challenge of creating.
Cosmic Throat Singer
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Matthew Kocel
back this August 17th-18th at Beaver Point Hall!
Friday August 16 & 17 @ Studio Majic 7pm Sound healing, Sound bath... These are terms currently being used to describe the use of sound or music for the purpose of meditation and healing, Some might call this the latest new age fad, but this is actually an ancient practice. No matter what your ancestral lineage, if we follow the DNA trail back in time we find our ancestors gathered around the fire, singing, chanting and going into expanded states of consciousness. It's no coincidence that the medicine people would use sound and music to help us heal our bodies, connect with nature and open our awareness to the spiritual realm. When human beings began to build temples on Planet Earth, we brought sacred music and chant to help us make this connection. The ancients understood that everything in the physical universe is essentially vibration. We find this encoded in creation myths around the world where the God, Goddess, or deity speaks, chance or sings the world into existence. Modern western culture considered these stories to be metaphor, an article of faith or fairy tales. But with advances in science and quantum physics, we see that indeed, everything is vibration. As our scientists searched for the smallest particles of matter and developed the technology to see an atom, they got the cosmic surprise: It's mostly nothing. Empty space. Void. Yet within this vast emptiness, vibrating fields of electric and magnetic energy manifest, and are measured by their frequency - how often they appear in time and space. One could say these energies harmonize to form atoms, molecules, cells, bodies, planets. And as we search the greater universe we see that everything is in a state of movement. The planets spin on their axis, spin around stars, stars spin around black holes in the centers of the galaxies. The galaxies are hurtling through space at incredible rates of speed. So quite literally, everything at every level of existence is vibration. Sound is the threshold point of creation where mind becomes matter...Where consciousness takes form - or the "word has become flesh". What's it all mean? With the right use of sound and music there is a potential to find the deepest part of yourself that is in total communion with the universe...The part of you that knows beyond faith or dogma that everything is literally connected. At this tipping point in our collective journey I believe this awareness is most fundamental for humanity to grasp in order to live in harmony with each other, nature, and the cycles of life. Based in Vancouver BC, Matthew Kocel is a throat singer, multi instrumentalist and recording artist. An emerging leader in the world sound healing movement, he is a committee member of the Global Wellness Institute Sound Healing Initiative, and just returned from a tour of the east coast, France, Belgium and Colorado. He brings his reality bending music to Salt Spring Island August 16th & 17th. For more info: visit https://majik.eventbrite.com
Come and check out the cool films that Gulf Island kids have made along with a curated selection of International films all by kids under the age of 19. This is a great opportunity for people of all ages to come together and be inspired by the creativity of these young filmmakers. We are accepting all kinds of films. Music videos, documentaries, narratives of any genre. There will be a $200 cash prize to the “Best Gulf Island” made film.
FILM FEST SCHEDULE
Saturday August the 17th - Beaver Point Hall Opening night party Open Mic, special musical Guests and snacks! all ages welcome 6-9pm Sunday August the 18th Beaver Point Hall Filmmaking class 10pm-12pm (ages 12-19) - $20 Acting Workshop from 12pm-2pm (for ages 9-12) - $20 Acting Workshop 3pm-5pm (ages 13-19) - $20 **pre-registration required email us at stagefrightprod@gmail.com Films start at 7pm free admission for filmmakers general admission is $5 The SSYFF has the generous support of Country Grocer, the Salt Spring Public Library and the Salt Spring Documentary Film Festival. There is still time to submit a film online through Film Freeway. Gulf Island filmmakers submit for free! https://filmfreeway.com/SaltSpringYouthFilmFest
Star of the Sea Centre for Spiritual Living and Practice, at old St Mary’s Church opposite Fulford Hall, is a wonderfully sacred space. You can view August programmes under “events” on their website at staroftheseassi. ca. The first, second, third and fourth Tuesdays of the month, from 7 to 8:30 pm, rotate between Chanting, Spiritual Discussion, Poetry and Quiet Practice. The participatory and experiential chanting evening on Tuesday, August 6th will be facilitated by Sarah Calvert—through the vibration of musical instruments and the power of our own voice, tuning into the sacred sound current to experience transformation. On Tuesday, August 13th the Spiritual Discussion evening’s topic is “Turning Points”—inner experiences, sometimes apparently insignificant, but sometimes earth shaking, that have shifted your understanding and/or your values, which then changed the course of your life. On Tuesday, the 20th the Poetry evening will be facilitated by poet Lolla Devindisch and on Tuesday, the 27th, Star of the Sea continues its programme of an Evening of Quiet Practice where you can pray, meditate, contemplate or walk in the cemetery.
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Yoga for Cancer A Workshop for
Food Carts & Food Trucks Highlighting Local & Organic Foods
Yoga Teachers
Ganges Grill Come and join us to uncover the edible treasure of eclectic Indian cuisine. Menu selections showcase classic techniques. Flavourful curries are spiced and served vegan, vegetarian or with choice of chicken or local lamb. Vibrant colours, bold flavours, friendly and personable service keeps the vibe upbeat. BNurtured BNurtured is not your average food trailer. The Dream of Owner/Chef Brooke Winters to bring local organic food to the people in a casual affordable way. Showcasing local ingredients, supporting salt spring farm and artisans. Our menu is subject to change as it revolves and evolves with the seasons, with our belief that there is something behind when you say you are what you eat. So let your body BNurtured! Salt Spring Crêperie The Salt Spring Crêperie and mobile food cart serves delicious, nutritious, savory and sweet crêpes, smoothies and coffee. Choose the classic organic flour recipe or the gluten fee vegan organic buckwheat crêpe. Fillings of savory sausage, roast yam, ham and cheese, as well as sweet seasonal berries, homemade caramel and local sea salt and of course banana and chocolate hazelnut. Breakfast specials and musical vibes. At the Saturday and Tuesday markets. Inquiries and catering gelatotree@gmail.com. Putin Plus Must-try gourmet poutine on SSI! Serving over 10+ different flavours of poutine including multpile gluten free, dairy free, vegan and vegetarian options. Other menu items include burgers, hand cut fries, onions rings, chicken fingers, corn dogs, perogies and plenty more.
OPEN YEAR ROUND!!!
Have you completed YTT 200 or higher? Are you interested in learning more about Yoga for Cancer?
Yoga teachers are invited to join Chetna Tracy Boyd in September for an experiential workshop on Yoga for Cancer.
This workshop is approved for continuing education credits through Yoga Alliance and is approved for 17 elective credits towards Mount Madonna Center’s YTT 500 hr training. September 6 – 8, 2019
Yoga can be healing and transformative for people journeying through cancer. While it’s not a cure for cancer, yoga can enhance physical and emotional wellness—and reunite them with the peace many patients had thought they’d lost forever.
Please join Chetna Tracy Boyd as she guides you through this experiential workshop and provides you with an overview of Yoga for Cancer. This workshop will incorporate an educational overview and include some specific tools such as: • Breath work • Mudras
• Yoga Nidra
• Assessment tools for Kosha (subtle body) analysis • Intake forms
• Langhana (cooling practice) vs Brahmana (energizing/heating practices) • Eight foundations of “healing and recovery”
• Two 90-minute examples of therapeutic asana classes for cancer patients and survivors
Enhance your sense of well-being by opting for one of the many Ayurveda and bodywork sessions available at our Wellness Centre. To learn more or register please visit:
https://www.saltspringcentre.com/programs-retreats/yoga-forcancer-a-workshop-for-yoga-teachers/
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Health with Hannah
High-Dose Vitamin Mineral IV Therapy Most of the tools I use in my practice are familiar to my patients – nutrition, herbs, acupuncture. Sometimes medications as needed. One therapy I use that many people are unfamiliar with, however, is high-dose vitamin mineral IV therapy. This month I am going to feature this therapy, describe what it is and why it is one of my favourite therapies, and discuss the benefits it offers to my patients. When I administer an IV, I start by creating a mixture of calcium, magnesium, selenium, zinc, vitamin C, B12, B6, B5, and small amounts of all the other B vitamins, and a mixture of amino acids. I also include a variety of trace minerals, which we should get from our diet but due to soil quality depletion often do not. This mixture of nutrients is delivered by IV, or “intravenously”, which means it is administered directly into the veins. This allows these nutrients to bypass the digestive system, so we can give much higher doses of nutrients than your body would normally be able to absorb. For example, a person can typically absorb 1-2g of vitamin C in a single dose. Any vitamin C beyond that is not assimilated, and remains in the bowel creating an osmotic pressure that causes absorption of water back into the bowel and results in diarrhea. In my standard IV I give 10g of vitamin C, which is much more than you could ingest orally. By giving a really high dose of nutrients and minerals, I can provide your body with many nutrients as the raw materials needed to be able to support your healing process. Whatever your health condition, this therapy gives your body a major boost. It helps improve your vitality and wellbeing overall. I commonly recommend IVs for my patients with chronic disease of all kinds. The many nutrients in this therapy help support your body overall, improve your life force, and give you a better overall foundation for healing. Anyone who is experiencing burnout or adrenal dysregulation can also benefit from this therapy, because your adrenals use large amounts of vitamin C and B-vitamins, so a course of IVs can give you a boost that helps improve your resiliency. Those with low immune function are also benefited by this therapy because of all of the vitamin C, as well as the selenium and zinc the IVs contain. IV therapy is helpful in the winter to prevent those frequent colds and flus. Many patients leave after an IV with a big boost of energy. Others go home and have a very deep sleep that night. I consider both of these to be valuable healing responses. It depends on what your body needs. High-dose vitamin mineral IVs are a powerful therapy that is helpful for almost anyone. Contact Dr. Webb at 250-999-9371 if you have more questions about supporting your overall vitality with a high-dose boost of nutrients and would like to find out if this therapy is right for you. By Dr. Hannah Webb, ND drhannahwebb.com 250-999-9371
Salt Spring Has
Issues
starring the most awesome John Bateman
Perhaps I was premature in assuming that there was nothing more to say on the topic of BC Ferries. Throughout my many years as a confirmed and undeniable local, I thought I had experienced and heard it all about the most popular mode of transportation off of this island. Some of the most common complaints I’ve heard are: “the ferry was full,” “the ferry stopped for 3 minutes in the middle of the harbour,” “the ferry arrived late, “the ferry left early” and of course, “Why did they stop making hotdogs on the ferry.?” The only answer I have to all those questions is that hotdogs are gross.
The most recent public outcry has risen from the bowels of the Vesuvius/ Crofton run. As usual, I first heard about the travesty on social media. I saw a blurred picture of what looked like several kayaks, haphazardly roped together. The caption was something like, “Here comes the new ferry.” When realized that this was to be the new Vesuvius ferry, I went through my usual gamut of emotions. First was confusion, then concern followed by fatigue and hunger. Next came what I can only describe as a reverse panic attack. Finally, I was overcome by, I couldn’t care less. (PS. Never use, “I could care less.” because it implies that you actually care) The only thing which is more inevitable than change on Salt Spring, is people complaining about change on Salt Spring. Now everyone is in an uproar because fewer cars will be able to fit on the Vesuvius run. As luck would have it, Salt Springers are a proactive group, so they took what seems to be thought of as the only way to invoke positive change: They complained. Every day there are numerous complaints on social media ranging from, “I arrived for the 9:25 sailing 45 minutes early and I still missed the boat.” to, “I arrived for the 12:05 sailing on Wednesday and it was dangerous cargo. I would also like to note that I would have missed the boat anyway.”
Chilling tales like the aforementioned are becoming far too commonplace online, in local coffee shops, on the street and while putting children to bed. I know this may all seem like unnecessary panic, but let’s please consider the chain reaction a smaller ferry will cause: Fewer cars fit on the ferry which means people will have to arrive at the ferry earlier. This will then cause...give me a second here. This will then lead to...Ummm... People having to wait at the ferry terminal instead of at home? Is that it? Last time I checked it’s just as easy to look at your phone at the ferry terminal as it is at home. Here’s how I look at it. Extra time in the ferry lineup provides me time to partake in life’s little pleasures like sleeping, reading or getting ideas for articles by watching Salt Springers.
Mishka s ’
Book
Reviews with Mishka Campbell
Daisy Jones & the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid
I’ve had this on my TBR list since it came out in March and I can honestly say I have never read a book like this one. Just when you think we’ve done it all and there couldn’t possibly be a unique voice out there, someone proves you wrong! This book is written as a series of interviews. We don’t see the interviewer’s questions, we just follow the story through the past, in chronological order, and piece together a picture with the information we’re given. We hear many different viewpoints on each event, one after another. Sometimes they are contradictory (as memories often are), sometimes they are only a sentence, sometimes it’s a character we hear from once and never again. It works. It flows, it’s cohesive, and it is an incredible way to get the most out of each character without sacrificing the narrative. It’s brilliant. The storyline itself has to work with this method, and I think it’s uniquely poised to do so. Daisy Jones & the Six are a California rock band in the Seventies. They rise to meteoric heights and then dissolve, and it’s the depths and details of that rise and fall that are explored in this novel. The author doesn’t even have to romanticize the time period, I think every reader is just naturally enamoured. The sex, the drugs… the ROCK & ROLL. Rolling Stone magazine and Chateau Marmont are pretty much characters in their own right. This book feels so authentic that if you google Daisy Jones & the Six, most of the hits are from people asking if they are a real band. Readers simply can’t tell the difference. It’s an oral history, a rock documentary. You are so immersed in the story that you forget it’s fiction. The novel even includes the lyrics to all their songs at the end of the book. And for anyone desperate to actually hear those songs, you should know that there’s a series in the works and someone has the unenviable job of creating the (fictional) best rock album of the 1970s. All this reviewing and I still haven’t mentioned Daisy Jones herself or the leader of the Six, Billy Dunne. I suppose it’s because their chemistry is what makes the story. It seems impossible to put that into words but somehow, that’s just what Taylor Jenkins Reid has done, and it is powerful.
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The Green Isle Enterprise Holistic Psychology, Health, Education
With Ralph D. Miller, Ph.D.
Dr. Miller is an internationally recognized scientist, a psychologist & family counselor in the Gulf Islands since the 70’s & taught Holistic Psychology and science in GISS, McMaster University, OL UBC & Camosun College.
I wake up and I smile Through all that seemed to happen I've been here all the while Through all the tears and laughter In pleasure and in pains Joy, anger, fear and sadness The Self I Am remains From infancy to old age In sunshine, clouds and rains Imagined past and future The Self I Am remains In triumph and disaster And seeming loss and gains Awake, asleep and dreaming The Self I Am remains Night and day I dance away I sing life’s sweet refrains of love and peace and freedom The Self I Am remains Through All that seems to come and go My Self I AM Remains Love Untouched by time Boundless and Free
Treasures of the Heart Light and joy and peace are not but idle dreams Love's treasures always lie within no matter how life seems These gifts need merely be received in quietness of mind Ever present in our hearts abiding there for us to find ~ I awake I awake and now I see I AM I BE Amazed and astounded by the unfathomable mystery of life I stand in awe and wonder resting in the great cloud of unknowing knowing only that I do not know Ah..., this sweet surrender What peace What freedom This humble dear discovery is not some magical trickery but a subtle, yet all-changing shift in self identity from fragile form in shifting sand to what does always Be Timeless, Boundless Love—and Free
For additional information: ralph@islandroots.ca
23rdSALT ANNUAL SPRING ISLAND
TOY RUN
August 23rd, 24th and 25th, 2019 Come on out and join us for a weekend of fun! The Salt Spring Island Toy Run’s mission is the same as it was 23 years ago, raise money and donate toys, CLOTHING and MEALS to local families that are in need. Everyone is welcome to come out and join us for a weekend of fun and celebration at the Farmer’s Institute to participate in helping our local families. Feel free to bring a new, unwrapped toy or just enjoy the event. Please check our website at www.saltspringtoyrun.com or on Facebook for event details, pricing, past pictures and updates. See you in August!
For Everyone
with Salt Spring Island teacher Dorothy Price
Yoga
...TAKING THINGS PERSONALLY?
When I was younger, I would take things personally all the time. It was a time in my life when I had less confidence, I dreaded criticism and I took to heart any negative comment or abrasiveness as an assault against me. What brought me out of that time of life? My yoga and meditation practice! Gradually I could see more clearly that what others said was a reflection of their own thoughts and conditioning. I could see that the mood they were in that day or the hard time of life they were going through also played a significant factor in what they said or did. I could see how taking things personally was affecting my life negatively. I chose never to take anything personally again. It freed me from worrying about other peoples opinions, comments and reactions. Here are two guiding principals that helped me along the way. 1. I learned not to expect anything. I started to look at what I believed to be true and what I expected from others. For example, you may believe that if you greet a friend or a stranger warmly with a smile, that you will get the same back. If your belief doesn’t come true, will you take it personally? What if you not only don’t get a smile back but get a snarl back. Maybe even a nasty comment! How far can it go before it wrecks your day or at least a few hours of your day! The truth is there is no amount of bad reaction that you should take personally. The reaction of another is a reflection of what is going on in their mind and in their life. You will know that you have fully understood this teaching when you can feel compassion for the other person (even if they are being totally rude) instead of being concerned about your own feelings. 2. Stop worrying about what other people think of you. Become more confident and stop thinking that it is ‘all about you’. Once I developed my yoga and meditation practice, I became stronger and more confident. There are many ways that you can build confidence and strength through all kinds of physical fitness practices. Self-help books can help too. Negative comments and reactions will start to bounce off you as you get stronger and more centred. There is value in other peoples opinion, even if it hurts at the time. But don’t take it personally. Learn from their comments and carry on. Adverse reactions and comments are about what is going on for the other person, not you. Take care of your life and let them take care of theirs. How do we know when we are taking something personally? It will always involve our emotions. Fear, anger, shame, resentment or hurt feelings, to name a few. We will feel defensive, feel the need to retaliate or justify ourselves to others, when we really need to step back, take a deep breath and realign our own energy and react without emotion.
See you on the mat! ~ Dorothy Dorothy teaches yoga classes, pranayama, meditation & retreats locally & worldwide. Visit www.santosha-yoga-retreats.com or phone 250-537-7675
It’s summer Duck Creek on SaltSpring! Dinner Series
T H E F I S H B O W L - A U G U S T 2 0 1 9 • PA G E T H I R T E E N
One of the best times a year, especially for those fortunate enough to live here. Beaches, lakes, hiking, farm fresh food, live music, farm-to-tables, oceanside patios, the Tuesday and Saturday Markets, busy restaurants, cafes and shops, the list could go on! Most of those are reasons why so many islanders came here in the first place - Salt Spring’s unique culture, community and beauty. Yes, it’s a busy time of year on Salt Spring with the influx of visitors, but it is important to remember that so many working Jessica Harkema, Executive Director islanders rely on the peak season. of the Chamber of Commerce Though tourism is not the only industry on Salt Spring, the effect on the local economy and culture is big. Many restaurants, cafes and retail stores that locals are lucky enough to frequent year round would likely not exist without the extra injection into the economy each year. Similarly, the artisan community would probably diminish as their opportunity to make a living would as well. This would drastically affect the quality of life on Salt Spring, driving many residents away. Though many islanders do not work directly in tourism, it is important to understand the trickle effect of tourism in any economy. The concept is that individuals who work in the tourism industry also need all the same services others need. They need to grocery shop, bank, purchase gas, eat at restaurants, get work done on their car, renovate their kitchens, buy unique gifts for family, garden, exercise etc... Those same individuals would not be able to afford any of those services and activities without tourism, especially high season. Now think about your friends, customers and favourite businesses. How many of them would be on Salt Spring without the support of the summer season? I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again - tourism done right can be one of the most sustainable industries. And yes through proper planning and targeted marketing, it is possible to bring the “right” kind of visitor to Salt Spring. So, take a moment to appreciate the busy season and be happy that your fellow islanders are making their living. Even better, participate! Visit your favourite businesses, meet visitors and share your love of Salt Spring with them. If you are hosting visitors be sure to inform them of the issues Salt Spring faces - delicate ecosystems, water issues, transportation problems, fire risk on the island and affordable housing. It is most important to remember that the slow season will come again, and to support all local business year round!
The Duck Creek 2019 Farm to Table Dinner Series is a great way to savour local, fresh, gourmet food in a beautiful farm setting. Duck Creek Farm is known for its romantic pastoral setting and vibrant, nutritious fruits, vegetables and herbs. Come early and enjoy a drink and a chance to take in the lush property where your meal is grown! This year we are teaming up with Chef Danya Smith from Lulu’s Apron to bring you four weekends of divine dining. Danya is best known for her exquisite presentation and unique and flavourful dishes. Having trained with the 2017 winner of Top Chef Canada, she loves to focus on all those details that make each bite a combination you won’t forget! We will be offering larger, family-style dinners for up to 50 people, as well as more intimate, 5-course plated dinners for only 12-15 people in our romantic platform setting. We are also pleased to be working with Chef Sadhana from Abundance Farmstead and Catering. She will be partnering with her past co-workers from the famous Harbin Hot Springs in California. As a farmer and food-lover, Sadhana loves bringing people and food together, especially in beautiful settings. Sure to be a meal to remember, this one night event will be our final larger dinner of the season. All dinners will feature at least four handcrafted courses highlighting our home-grown ingredients, as well as other locally crafted food and drinks. Menus will be available closer to the date but will always have a vegetarian or meat option. Gluten-free and other dietary restrictions can also be accommodated. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy Salt Spring at its finest! Dates: Saturday August 10 and Sunday August 11 Lulu’s Apron family style - $75 Saturday September 7 - Abundance Catering family style - $75 Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22 Lulu’s Apron intimate - $110 Tickets available online at www.duckcreek.ca or in person at the Duck Creek Farm market stalls on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
Congratulations to the 2019/20 SSNAP Finalists from Salt Spring Island! Bronwyn Austin Josephine Fletcher Krysta Furioso (John) David James Carol Narod *Artists were chosen from across Canada by an independent jury and all artist submissions were anonymous to the jury.
45th Annual
Community Yoga Retreat Happening Now from August 1st – 5th!
Providence 1903 Charters is proud to offer sail cargo services, experiential adventures and charter opportunities aboard Providence, their 80’ (64’ on deck) class B heritage tall ship. Built in 1903 she is a classic working vessel that has spent her entire life plying the sea earning a living as a commercial fishing vessel, coastal freighter and charter vessel. She carries her sail as a gaff rigged ketch and this combined with her classic lines (hull design) give her a distinguished look that draws admirers where ever she lands. SHIPPING CARBON NEUTRAL Providences classic sailing hull and full complement of 7 sails provides the perfect combination of sail efficiency to harness the winds of the west coast. Achieving speeds of up to 10 knots under full canvas she is most happy when underway with the wind in her sails. If the wind is fickle, or when maneuvering in and out of ports, she is powered by locally sourced Bio-Diesel which drives her 165 horsepower engine with an 80% reduction in greenhouse gasses. This combined with their recycling program, reusable shipping containers and commitment to annually donate 1% of their total revenue to local green initiatives helps them achieve their goal of working towards carbon neutral services. Join them on their next “sail cargo adventure!" SAIL CARGO RATES From lumber to kayaks and furniture to flowers - they ship it all! They operate a scheduled service between their base at Vancouver Maritime Museum in Vancouver to the southern Gulf Islands and Vancouver Island every week from May to September. Their rates are FOB Providence (drop off and pick up at Providence) with the following schedule: • Depart Vancouver Maritime Museum Wednesday mornings @ 08:30 • Arrive Ganges on Salt Spring Island 16:00 - 17:00 • Depart Ganges Thursday 10:00 • Arrive Ladysmith Community Marina 16:00 - 17:00 • Depart Ladysmith Friday 08:30 • Arrive Vancouver Maritime Museum dock 16:00 - 17:00 *They can accommodate time in our schedule for stops on Mayne, Galliano, North Pender, Thetis and Gabriola. More info: providence1903.com
Shipping Totes - 3 Standard Sizes (use our totes or send your own): “You fill it, we ship it!” Small (25L) $20, Med (50L) $30 & Large (100L) $50 Large freight by pallet we specialize in unique and odd loads: Pallet dimension based on an approximate 4ft x 4ft dimension. Above or below deck. Per pallet and up to 400lbs $200 They welcome customers with regular business or pleasure-based shipping needs. Passenger Trips Providence is a Transport Canada Inspected Passenger Vessel and they welcome you to sail with them. Join them on one of their working trips through the Gulf islands, help hoist sail for an afternoon in English Bay or book a trip for your special event. 3-hour Day Sail – Take a step into maritime history with this exciting taster of the Providence experience. Come aboard for a cruise or when the conditions are right, feel the invigorating power of the wind as it moves us over the sea.
The Salt Spring Centre of Yoga on Blackburn Road is celebrating its 45th consecutive Annual Community Yoga Retreat, the longest running family-friendly retreat in Western Canada. We plan on continuing for years to come. The Centre was inspired by Baba Hari Dass, or Babaji as he’s affectionately known, a silent monk from India who taught by his writings, classes and example. His directive was to create a place for people to find peace through the study and practices of Yoga. This year’s retreat holds special significance, as it is the first community retreat since Babaji passed last September at the age of 95. You are welcome to attend the following public retreat events free of charge: Sunday, August 4th at 12:30pm Satsang (singing and readings) at the Pond Dome. Monday, August 5th at 9am Yajna Ritual, ancient Vedic ceremony at the Pond Dome. Anyone wishing to stay afterward for delicious by-donation vegetarian meals is asked to inform the Centre ahead of time by contacting this year’s coordinator, Anuradha Hannah at acyr@saltspringcentre.com. You may also want to consider joining the community for a full day of regular retreat events, including asana classes, breathwork, meditation, yoga theory and an evening program for a special commuter rate. Please see the website www. saltpspringcentre.com for more information. Also available on the Centre’s website are updates about ongoing offerings. The Salt Spring Centre of Yoga is committed to providing programs such as the Annual Community Yoga Retreat, and a diverse range of Yoga teachings and classes, for many years and many generations to come. Babaji’s inspiration and his reminder to “work honestly, meditate every day, meet people without fear, and play” continue to guide the Centre community. NOTE: Regular drop-in yoga class schedule will resume on Tuesday, August 6th.
She is back once again - Grace Jordan is Shirley Valentine - a comedy by Willy Russell. Grace is celebrating 15 years of playing this iconic role in the Southern Gulf Islands and surrounding areas. Shirley Valentine is the story of a stifled and stuck wife and mother who eventually finds the courage to radically change her life. Shirley will 'grace' the new stage and outdoor theatre at Stonewell Farm, the actress’s home. Greek tapas,a wine bar and an incredible ambience, guarantees one of the summer's top picks for a fantastic night of connection and transformation!
50% of proceeds will be donated to charity.
Friday-Saturday-Sunday, August 9-10-11, 2019 | Gate opens at 6pm Show starts at 7:30pm - Tickets $20 at SS Books or $25 at the Gate
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Itamar Erez & Hamin Honari
Pablo Cardenas
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SUMMER OUTDOOR CONCERT SERIES
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6PM AFTER TUESDAY MARKET Centennial Park. Free
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