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Cheri Killam is happily married to Michael Caplan and the proud mother of Max, Solomon, and Clara. After several university experiences, she made the massive decision to go to law school at age 37. She is an Associate at Nathanson Seaman Watts. When not blogging or lawyering, Cheri reads like a fiend and runs. She also loves all things local! Obviously.
New Leadership Wolfville is Where it’s At! It Blew My Head Off
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his week we ventured out to the perplexedly named “Heidi’s Beads N’ Buns”. As it happens, she sells beads and buns, thereby making a mockery of my attempts to discover some sort of hidden meaning in the interplay between the two words. Beads and buns and smoothies now, too, Heidi tells me.
Photo credit, David Hovell
The Wolfville Business Development Corporation
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he Wolfville Business Development Corporation (WBDC) held its annual general meeting on Wed, June 18, 2014, and elected a new President, Vice President, and Board of Directors. The meeting, which was hosted by the Acadia Cinema Cooperative at the Al Whittle Theatre, also celebrated the results of working with its stakeholders to enhance the profile of Wolfville and the sustainability of its businesses. Wil Lang of Troy Restaurant was elected President succeeding Suzanne Balcom of Main Street Dental Clinic. Mr. Lang spent his early years in Banff, Alberta. A former competitive free-style skier, Mr. Lang is also a theatre studies graduate of Acadia University and holds a Master in Architecture from the University of Calgary. He relocated to Wolfville in 2012 to raise his family and opened Green Army Design. With extensive experience in the hospitality sector, Mr. Lang recently became a partner in Troy Restaurant. “This is an exciting and vibrant time in Wolfville. The challenge for the WBDC is to help keep the momentum we are enjoying moving and continue to create opportunities for business to thrive in Wolfville,” said Mr. Lang.
The meeting included presentation of the audited financial statements as well as reports on key achievements such as the success of Wolfville’s Magic Winery Bus. The WBDC recognized the entrepreneurial spirit, and 43 years of service to downtown Wolfville, of retiring merchants Rick and Michelle Daniels of The Market. There was also a presentation about the #ThinkWolfville initiative which includes a new downtown commercial development plan, way-finding signage, enhancements to Clock Park, east-end Main Street gateway construction, public art installations, and the recreation master plan. The Wolfville Business Development Corporation is an independent corporation that represents the interests of Wolfville businesses and business people. It is funded directly by Wolfville businesses and works in partnership with the Town of Wolfville, Acadia University, and business owners. The WBDC promotes Wolfville through marketing initiatives aims to create a positive profile for the Town and increase business activity. David Hovell, WBDC Executive Director 542-4093 / 670-0340 / dhovell@downtownwolfville.com
It took a little cajoling to have accompaniment this week, but I did eventually convince Clara and Solomon that there might be something in it for them. They were both disappointed that the “something” did not involve one of Heidi’s fanciful creations. However, they were both delighted that they not only got to have a cinnamon bun, but they were also allowed to choose which one they wanted. Solomon had an “it’s too good to be true” look of suspicion as he selected an inner-row bun, but Heidi cheerfully pried it out for him. That bit of cinnamon bun iconoclasm was enough to make him delight in his prize, regardless of flavour. Happily, they were delicious as well as risqué. I asked Heidi about the odd seeming combination and she shrugged, as though she had never considered the combination odd. She said “well, I’ve just always made cinnamon buns.” Here’s hoping she continues to always keep on making them. On to the beads. Heidi has an eye-catching collection of rings, bracelets, earrings, and necklaces that have prompted no end of begging and agony in poor Clara over numerous visits to the Wolfville Farmers’ Market. Please don’t think I’m a terribly mean mother, but I did not buy anything for Clara. I did, however, let her and her brother try on and model several different rings, all of which were “the most beautiful ever”. Although, as I’ve mentioned before, I’m not much of a jewellery wearer, I decided to go out on a limb (or digit, as it were) and acquire a fun and funky ring for myself. I
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was torn between a red bead with red wire creation and a silver ring with a flower. Clara made the decision for me by choosing the flower one. “Why that one?” I asked. “Because,” she said, “it blew my head off.” I can’t argue with that. I’ve been wearing the ring off and on for a couple of weeks now and I feel very ostentatious when wearing it. I was certain that everyone would notice my foray into the jewellery wild side. However, aside from the “oh, that’s so cute” comments, only my father expressed an opinion. He asked “does it squirt water?” Thanks Dad! I love it and it makes me feel a little dangerous wearing it because it’s so out of character for me. It also feels a little dangerous wearing it because I need it to be resized ever-so-slightly. However, Hurricane Arthur has prevented me (thus far) from revisiting Heidi and her glorious goodies. Fortunately, Arthur did not whip it off my pinkie, but it’s really only a matter of time. I will return, Heidi, I promise. The real highlight of the visit was allowing Clara and Solomon to choose a necklace and earrings set to give to Grandma for her birthday (which is the day before the Grapevine is published, so it’s safe to tell you). They were thrilled to be able to carefully examine each set and finally agreed to one that I hope my mother will love because it is unique, lovely, and beautifully made, but also because it was chosen with love. I won special bonus points from Heidi for pronouncing her last name correctly on the first try. You’ll have to stop by her booth at the Wolfville Farmers’ Market to find out what it is and see if you can get bonus points, too. Actually, I made up the bonus points part, but you should go anyway, because Heidi’s creations are strictly offline. Cheri Killam
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