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COMMUNITY ISSUE OF THE GHC, HNC, SOUNDINGS & CCLT
CHOIR COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER<><><><><><><><><><><> QUICK REMINDERS! <><><><><><><><><><><>
All events below are also listed in detail on our Choir Life Calendar
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GHC CONCERT WEEKJune 9, 10, 12, 13 & 14
Current GHC singers click here for schedules and other details
HNC END OF SEASON PARTYJune 17
Details in the COMMUNITY EVENTS section
GHC GRANDMOTHERS FOR AFRICA SWATJune 7, 9:40 am to 10:15
SWAT Details in the Choir Life CalendarEvent details in the COMMUNITY EVENTS section
GHC WORLD REFUGEE DAY SWATSaturday June 21. Please mark the (corrected) date
Details in the Choir Life Calendar
CHOIR POTLUCK PICNIC & “ALL BATTERS CAN HIT” SOFTBALLSunday June 22. Game 3:00 pm, Picnic 5:00 pm
All Choir Community Members WelcomeDetails in the COMMUNITY EVENTS section
POWER OF HOPE CAMP REGISTRATION NOW OPEN Continuing to take Registrations for Camp 2 - July 17 - 24
Details in the COMMUNITY EVENTS section
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including last week’s Choir Community Issue please go to: http://www.gettinhigherchoir.ca/community-info/newsletters.php
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SPECIAL NOTES!!!!!GHC CONCERT TICKETS & POSTERS
Concert tickets will be available on our web site and at all choir nights from now until concert time. Also available at Munroe’s Books, Ivy’s Books, James Bay Coffee and Books and Dig This (Broadmead).
Tickets are $25 regular and $20 for seniors, students and the unwaged.
When you purchase them at choir please make it easy on the ticket sellers by working out in advance which concerts you want tickets for, how many of each type you need and their total cost. If you need to change the concert night simply bring the tickets back and exchange them.
Please make cheques payable to The Caia Connection.
Members of our extended choir community are welcome to drop-in any choir night to pick-up tickets for their family, friends and associates and to enjoy a song or more.
CAIA CONNECTION NEWSLETTER - OUR MOZAMBIQUE PROJECT
The June newsletter of the Caia Connection can be viewed by clicking the link below. Its all about the amazing work and young people we are supporting through our concerts, which Shivon has been telling us about. There are lots of great photos!
Caia Connection Newsletter Submitted by Ian McLachlan, Tue/Thu tenor and Caia Connection board member.
FANS WANTED
We not only want lots of GHC Fans warming the seats in the Alix Goolden Performance Hall we also want fans to cool the GHC off should it get warm in the hall. We need tall and/or short, very quiet, preferably oscillating, fans that we can set up behind the risers. I have one tall one and 3 short ones I can bring plus a couple of power bars and a long extension cable. If you will be at both concerts and can add a fan or two please let me know at [email protected] Putting your name on them with a tag or a piece of masking tape would be wise.
Since I need to get over to Floyds to play host right after the Saturday concert I would also appreciate having a volunteer to oversee the dismantling of the fans on Saturday night and to put mine away in my car for me.
SILENT MINDFULNESS HELPS! (Reminder)
This upcoming concert week will be have the most participants. The increased numbers each night will make casual chatter between songs even more disruptive than usual. Offering as much silent mindfulness as we can will make it easier for Shivon and Denis to lead our practices and for all of us to get our parts solidly into our hearts so that we can truly get higher in our concerts.
NO NUTS PLEASE!
There is at least one person in the choir who seriously allergic to nuts to the point that even the smell of nuts one someone’s breath can trigger a severe and dangerous reaction. Since we will all be mingling in close quarters for all three nights (rehearsal & concerts) we all need to keep this in mind and keep nuts out of our lives for that period of time.
CONCERT PHOTOS/VIDEOS WANTED
If you, or someone you know, takes photos or videos from the audience at our upcoming concerts please arrange for them to be shared with us for possible posting on our site’s Choir Photos or Videos pages.
A “RIFF BUDDY” REMINDER
Are you singing in the concert but have a weak spot or three you are still brushing up on?
Have you tried playing our practice files with Riff Buddy Media Player? This free player allows us to play any part of any MP3 file repeatedly. Any bar, any group of bars, any verse, the chorus, the coda…whatever ...you can select it, play it in repeat mode and sing it ‘til you’ve got it with Riff Buddy.
NEWSLETTER SCHEDULE & INFOISSUE DATES
June 13 No newsletter due to the concert bizziesJune 17-18 Last Spring season issue – Combined Admin & Community
Note: Community Event items dated up to Sept. 30 acceptedSep 5 First Fall season Admin Issue
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SUMMER COMMUNITY SUBMISSIONS
After the June 17-18 Combined Issue there will be no newsletters until the beginning of September. There may be, from time to time, GHC News & Business “Special Announcements”. In most cases when one of those goes out I will attach whatever submissions I have on hand (possibly just in the order received).
As with the newsletter:
Dated Events will be repeated in appropriate specials automatically until their date has passed.
Any other items that you want repeated must be re-submitted once they appear in one of these special announcements.
In order to keep my volunteer work in providing this extra summer service to a minimum please make sure that any item you send conforms to the newsletter submission guidelines specified on our site’s “Using Our Newsletter” page. If you
haven’t visited that page lately please review it before you send your first summer submission at:
http://www.gettinhigherchoir.ca/choir_life/newsletterinfo.php
Please submit your items to:
[email protected] .There are no guarantees when, or even if, such special announcements will go out so any items you submit will be on “standby” only.
~ Bill
COMMUNITY MEMBER’S SUBMISSIONS
--------------------------------------------- PLEASE NOTE --------------------------------------------- The appearance of an item in this newsletter does not constitute an endorsement
by the GHC of whatever that item offers. The responsibility for each itemrests with the person named in the item’s “Submitted by…” line,
More information on responsibility----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Using Our Newsletters Submission Guidelines Sections You Can Submit Items To
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OPPORTUNITIES TO SINGGHC CURRENT SINGER REMINDERS
For those of you singing in the concerts the Rehearsal and Concert Schedule can be found in the Concert Information document posted in our site’s current singers only section. To open a copy of it click here.
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SWAT REMINDERS
Details of our two upcoming SWATs on June 7 and 21 can be found on our site’s Choir Life Calendar
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SUMMER MUSIC PROGRAMS FOR SINGERS
For information on several Summer music programs at the Conservatory, geared to choral singers… click here.
~ Shivon
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FLASH MOBSIDNEY DAYS PARADE (Jul 1)
All singers are invited to join in this Canada Day event:
The event will happen at 11:00am on Beacon Avenue at the corner of 5th and Beacon (the Parade will start at 11:30 this year). There will be a rehearsal at the Mary Winspear Centre from 4-5 pm on Thursday, June 12, with a second rehearsal on Tuesday, June 24 from 7-8 pm. It is OK go to just one if you can’t make both. The song being performed is "Happy" (Pharrell Williams’ YouTube version).
The group performing will consist of both singers and dancers but, of course, likely some of the singers will also want to dance, while some of the (primarily) dancers may want to sing as well. Some simple choreography is being prepared and whomever wishes to do so will be given the chance to learn it at the rehearsal(s). They emphasize that learning the dance movements is not obligatory. The music will be live and provided by the band that plays at the Rumrunner - I'm told they are quite good.
The basic "Flash Mob" idea is that the rehearsed group will run through the song (about 4 minutes) and then they will invite everyone around to join in during a second performance. Of course, if what has happened in the past occurs, many of the crowd assembled for the Parade may start joining in the first time around!
In any case, it sounds like a fun experience with not too much pre-learning or preparation involved.
It's not necessary for people to let me know if they'll be joining in (although that would be nice) - they just need to turn up at the MWC on June 12 at 7:00pm. Oh - and on the day, they should just wear something red or/and white - t-shirt, long-johns, whatever.
More info: Danny Daniels [email protected]
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If the world is to be healed by human efforts, I am convinced it will be by ordinary people, people whose love for this life is even greater than their fear."
Joanna Macy
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WORD OF MOUTHFor supporting and celebrating 'others' whose businesses / actions / way of being / kind words - whatever! - have helped you, us and/or our world grow, come alive and/or prosper.
CAN YOU TRUST YOUR EARS?
Here is a video a friend sent me that might be of interest to our choir members.
http://www.wimp.com/trustears/
Ciao,
Submitted by Bob Winkel GHC Tuesday Bass
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AN UNFORGETTABLE TRAM
I can't imagine there's a choir member who wouldn't enjoy this one ...
http://www.sweetfunnycool.com/vid/this-ride-with-the-tram-in-copenhagen-became-an-un.html?utm_source=facebook
Submitted by Barb McLintock GHC Thrusday Alto
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A UNIQUE FOOD SHOPPING EXPERIENCE
Yummmm…Lime pickle, comb honey, Pomegranate juice, seasoned feta dip, fresh made humus, bulk olives and Egyptian juices plus jams from all over, numerous varieties of olive oils, Baklava, Turkish Delight, dried fruits, sauces, spices, imported teas/coffees/juices, etc.
Visit Blair Mart (aka The Mediterranean Shop) at for an incredible range of Mediterranean, Middle East and Near East food items. Matt, the mild mannered super hero owner, offers great kind and caring service in addition to all the good stuff he stocks.
Brochure
Open 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday to Saturday for our convenience at 924 Pandora right across the street from the Alix Goolden Hall where we’ll be singing our hearts out in our concerts next week.
Recommended highly (at least once a season) by Bill Hanson GHC Bass etc.
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BELIEVE IN GOOD!
Heres a link to a brief video from Thailand that might be suitable for the GHC newsletter: https://www.youtube.com/embed/uaWA2GbcnJU
Submitted by Bill Huot sporadic GHC & HNC Bass
COMMUNITY NETWORKINGGHC CHOIR TABLES NEED A RIDE TO THE PICNIC
The choir has some 8’ wooden folding tables stored in the Church of Truth basement that we want to use for the picnic on June 22nd.
Can you help us by providing transport? You would need to have a van, pickup or perhaps a large station wagon. They need to be picked up from the Church in time to get them to the picnic for the 4:30 pm set up time. After the picnic they would need to be delivered to a new home in James Bay.
Pick up and drop off times can be arranged to suit your convenience.
If you can help please contact me at 250-920-4160 or [email protected]
Submitted by Bill Hanson GHC Registrar etc.
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ITALIAN FOR TRAVELERS
Ciao! Are you traveling to Italy and want to communicate with the natives on everyday matters? Learn what you need to know and feel the thrill of conversing in the most beautiful language in the world! $25/hr. Contact Karen at [email protected]
Submitted by: Karen S. Davis, GHC Monday Alto
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Host Families Needed For TWO JAPANESE EXCHANGE PROGRAMS
(1) Zushi Kaisei Junior High SchoolDates: July 23 to August 7 (15 nights)Students: Boys age 16
Location: St. Michaels University SchoolSingle student placement with host family.Renumeration: $38/day x 15 nights plus $5/day x 10 days for transportation.Students can use carpooling or public transportation (1 bus) to SMUS.
(2) OKU Hirano Junior High SchoolDates: August 8 to August 21 (13 nights)Students: Boys and Girls, age 15-16Location: St. Michaels University SchoolDouble student placement with host family.Renumeration: $76 for two students ($38/night) x 13 nights including transportation.Students can use carpooling or public transportation (1 bus) to SMUS.
For information contact me at (250) 478-1787 or at email: [email protected]
Submitted by Pilar Rodriguez Gomez GHC Monday Alto
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CYCLE OF HOPE FOR ALS 2014
I am honoured to be riding with the Cycle of Hope again in August. Our aim is to raise $50,000 for ALS - half of it will go to ALS BC for an electric wheelchair - the other half will go to ALS Canada for research.
Our fundraising efforts will include bottle drives during June and July, selling Level Ground Coffee and the awesome Oodles of Noodles dinner/dance for the second year running. This was such an amazing event last year.
Save those bottles!!! In June and July anyone can take their bottles (unsorted) to any of the following bottle depots where the charity bins are for ALS Cycle of Hope.
4261 Glanford Avenue3961 Quadra Street 655 Queens Avenue
We train 3 days a week - Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. So I won't be able to time travel to collect them at choir.
If you want to order coffee please email me at:
Laura Cook Monday/Tuesday Soprano
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LEVEL GROUND COFFEE ORDERS Fundraising for ALS Cycle of Hope
If anyone still wants to order coffee they can email me at [email protected]. The profits from these orders go towards our ALS Cycle of Hope Team.
Coffee (300g) - $11.00: bean or ground - Columbia (dark), Bolivia (medium), Peru (medium), Tanzania (dark), Congo (medium), Espresso
Tea (70g) $7.00: Black, green, chai, smoked
Cane Sugar (500g) $5.00
Please make cheques payable to Cycle Of Hope Society.
Submitted by Laura Cook Monday Soprano
A GHC CONCERT MEMORY TRIPIn honour of Andrew Kielbowicz’s 12 years as choir photographer
EVERY DAY MUSIC OF THE EARTHOur 15th annual benefit for the Power of Hope ~ February 1 & 2, 2013
Guest Artists: HOLLY ARNTZEN & KEVIN WRIGHT
With guest performances fromLaurence Cole & Gretchen Sleicher (vocal trio with Denis)
plus Steven Moyer (bassist)
Click on any photo to open the full sized version
The above photos are a very small taste of the excellent photography that Andrew has blessed us with over the years.A larger taste can be found on our site’s Choir Photos page with still more to be added over the coming weeks
Take a memory trip through the years! Recognize and remember former situations and singers!
Please make arrangements with Andrew regarding any use of these photos other than personal.
SERVING EACH OTHERMEDICAL CANNABIS — CHANGE YOUR LIFE!
Suffering from chronic pain, arthritis, depression, insomnia, migraines, MS, or…? Are pharmaceuticals less effective or delivering lethal side effects? Restore your quality of life with this ancient, safe, effective medicine! My seminar teaches science and myth, navigating MSP to procure, how to use, legalities, etc. $35, private or group.Contact Karen at [email protected]
Submitted by: Karen S. Davis, GHC Monday Alto
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COMPUTERS REPAIRS AND MORE....
Computer Repair, Optimization, Security and Housekeeping Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7 & Windows 8 - Mac OSX 10.7 and later Hardware and software issues resolved. Viral Infections, Data Recovery, Hardware Upgrades and Migration of files to a new computer. Say Good-bye to your cable bill -- I can set up Set top box. I also sell lovely vintage sound systems. Bring your music to life!!!.
$40 per Hour at my home.$50 per Hour at your home.
Matt Hutton - Gloria’s son [email protected] 250-418-1322
Submitted by Gloria Hansen, GHC and HNC tenor and Admin Team
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COMPUTER ALERT - DO YOU HAVE WINDOWS XP ?
As many of you are aware, Microsoft has announced that they will no longer be supporting Windows XP and computers running Win XP will no longer be secure from the latest security risks.
I am offering a turnkey upgrade to Windows 7 package (Windows 8 is designed for touch screen computers) which includes transfer of personal files, installation of all the needed software and security.
I will determine if your hardware is capable of handling the upgrade for free, and if your machine is too old for the task, I will help you to find an affordable machine – desktop or laptop, that will meet your needs for years to come.
$40 per Hour at my home. $50 per Hour at your home.
Matt Hutton - Gloria’s son [email protected] 250-418-1322
Submitted by Gloria Hansen, GHC and HNC tenor and Admin Team
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ALL AGES PIANO & GUITAR LESSONS FOR INDIVIDUALS & FAMILY GROUPS
Doug Paterson, former GHC Bass and Director of the Harmonious Family Singers & Choir also teaches both piano and guitar and likes to create family bands so people play together at home as well as to provide individual instruction.
For information call Doug at 250-385-SING (7464)
Submitted by Doug Paterson former GHC Bass, CCLT5 - 2008/09 & Harmonious Family Choir Director
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CRUCIBLE’S OFFERINGS
As the sole proprietor (and sole everything else) of Crucible Offerings I provide the following services:
WebEasy ServicesDesigning, building, updating and/or maintaining web sites (also rescuing)
Digital Dance Computer TutoringIntroductory training on Windows, Word, Excel and a variety of other programs
YESS! (Your Enterprise Support Services)ResearchBookkeepingProject & Event Organization & Promotion
Very Sound ServicesConverting your old records and tapes to digital files to burning onto CD or loading into mobile devices. Instructional recordings? Audio Archives? Recordings of family or other loved ones? Favourite music?
To discuss the art of the possible with regard to any of the above services please contact me at: 250-920-4160 (9 to 9, daily) ~ or ~ [email protected]
Submitted by Bill Hanson GHC Bass
CONCERT BENEFICIARY DONATION OFFERS Any individual, business or organization willing to offer donations to our next concert beneficiary is welcome to submit an item (max 150 words) describing what they offer and the terms that need to be met for them to make a donation.
DOG TEAM TO DAWSON
I've written another book, Dog Team to Dawson: A Quest for the Cosmic Bannock and other Yukon stories. I'll bring copies to the choir over the next few weeks. Regular retail price is $19.77. Choir members can buy for $15.00, with $5.00 of that going to the concert Scholarship Fund.
From the book’s cover:
"Dog Team to Dawson is a nostalgic collection of true Yukon stories written by bestselling author Bruce Batchelor. This book is the prequel to Bruce's Nine Dog Winter, providing readers of that classic account with earlier adventures into the heart and soul of the Yukon Territory."
I’m usually at choir on Tuesdays and sometimes on Thursdays and I might make it out for a Monday session.
Anyone in our choir community who won’t, or might not, be able to connect with me at choir is welcome to contact me to make alternate arrangements by emailing [email protected] or calling 250-380-0998.
thanks, cheers,
Submitted by Bruce Batchelor GHC Tuesday Bass
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PHOTOGRAPHY BOOK, LOVE SONGS, WORLD TRAVEL PHOTO CARDS
For each artistic treasure I sell, I'll donate a FULL 25% to GHC's beneficiary for that season's concert:
Santa Anita Morning Rhapsody full-color horse and scenic art book, autographed, $60 ($15 to Caia Connection)!
Someone Lovesmusic CD of love songs, autographed, $10 ($2.50 to Caia Connection)!
World travel and wildlife photo notecardsAny of these photos could be made into cardsautographed on request, $4 each ($1 to Caia Connection)!
See them Monday nights at choir or contact Karen at [email protected]
Submitted by: Karen S. Davis, GHC Monday Alto
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After silence, that which comes nearest to expressing the inexpressible is music.
Aldous Huxley
Submitted by Patricia Houston former GHC Tuesday Alto
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COMMUNITY MEMBERS’ WEB SITES Check out the sites listed here and add them to your favourites if they are of on-going interest or check out the whole list:
RENEE LINDSTROM (GHC Tenor)
http://www.insideawareness.com
Renee supports social change techniques through the perspective of, "being the change." Beginning with self inquiry, intention for continued learning and exploring with curiosity. Her focus is growing awareness through movement, heart mind connections, community gatherings and space awareness. Integration iswith Feldenkrais, Nonviolent Communication, Urban Feng Shui and Meditation practices.
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GRETCHEN SLEICHER (CCLT 7)
http://www.songsforthegreatturning.net
Lyrics and recordings, including individual parts, of easy-to-learn songs to bring groups together to sing in a life-enhancing society. Inspired by the work of Joanna Macy, and organized under Gratitude, Honoring Our Pain for World, Seeing With New Eyes, Going Forth, Building Community. Learn them, sing them, spread them.
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CATHY FLETCHER (GHC Alto)
http://www.positivelivingcentre.com
The Positive Living Centre is a open, welcoming, New Thought Spiritual Community, celebrating the life-enhancing principles of love, joy, wholeness and freedom. Our teachings are based on the wisdom of spiritual leaders such as Ernest Holmes, Wayne Dyer, Eckhart Tolle, Marianne Williamson and Deepak Chopra.
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CHLOE OLIVER (former HNC tenor)
http://www.clearspaces.ca
Free yourself from limiting belief patterns and awaken to limitless possibilities! Professional support for life transitions, grief, anxiety, depression, stress, chronic pain, and much more. Registered Counsellor, Free consultations.
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LOWELL ANN FUGLSANG (Thursday Tenor)
http://workstyle-lifestyle.comhttp://blog.workstyle-lifestyle.com
How would you describe your current career? Is there a difference between where you are now and where you would like to be? Your career is about your progress through life playing several work and life roles in the pursuit of your livelihood. Is your career serving you or consuming you?
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BISIA BELINA (Song Leader)
http://www.bisia.net
VoiceWorks & VocalBody Arts ~ Come Tune-Up and Compose Yourself. Learn to realign the singers body, explore vocal range, harmony, melody, rhythm and time. Learn to listen, direct and move to improvizational voice and movement pieces that revitalize and compose. Weekly drop-ins, monthly VocalBody intensives and stress management workshops. [email protected]
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NANCY A. WATTERS, MA, (CCLT1 2004/5 & former GHC Soprano)
http://www.luminous-tones.com
Holistic Registered Clinical Counsellor Luminous Tones -- "Music for health and harmony" 250-508-8997* Purchase Alchemy Quartz Crystal Singing Bowls, CDs, DVD.* Attend Alchemy Crystal Bowl Sound Circle events (www.meetup.com) * Certified sound therapy and Reiki treatments* Professional counselling to overcome depression, trauma, anxiety, abuse* Musical performances and workshops
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DO YOU HAVE A PERSONAL OR BUSINESS WEB SITE?
If you are a current or past member of any choir in our family of choirs and you have a web site feel free to submit the URL plus a 50 word (or less) capsule description for inclusion in this section. Your listing will be kept on file and 5 - 8 of them will be rotated (in the order received) through this section of the Choir Community Member’s Issue that goes out every second week. This will give your site periodic exposure to 1400+ people and offer readers different web sites to check out each week.
COMMUNITY MARKETPLACELEVEL GROUND COFFEE ORDERS Fundraising for ALS Cycle of Hope
I am now able to start ordering coffee from Level Ground Trading. The profits from these orders go towards our ALS Cycle of Hope Team.
Coffee (300g) - $11.00: bean or ground - Columbia (dark), Bolivia (medium), Peru (medium), Tanzania (dark), Congo (medium), Espresso
Tea (70g) $7.00: Black, green, chai, smoked
Cane Sugar (500g) $5.00
If you would like to order, please send me an email - cheques made payable to Cycle Of Hope [email protected]
Submitted by Laura Cook Monday Soprano
EMPLOYMENT AVAILABLE & WANTEDENGLISH TUTOR, EDITOR
An award-winning writer and editor for 35 years, I'm available to edit everything from books to business materials and to help students with class work or adults with basic or business writing. Learn about me at my website, www.KarenSDavis.com. Flexible times, fees. Contact Karen at [email protected]
Submitted by: Karen S. Davis, GHC Monday Alto
ACCOMMODATION AVAILABLE & WANTEDDO YOU WANT THE PERFECT LONG TERM TENANT?
NS, retired community-minded lady seeking a bright affordable ground level suite w' bathtub in Oak Bay, Fairfield, James Bay, or Fernwood border areas. I live a healthy quiet lifestyle and keep a clean neat living space. I am a very responsible owner of one cat. My preference is a small one bedroom or bachelor unit in a character home, but I am open to alternatives. I enjoy gardening and would be a willing helper in yard upkeep.
Needed before September. Excellent references.
Contact 250-598-6106 or email [email protected]
Submitted by Nejama Ferstman former GHC tenor, on behalf of Kathe Gunderson, lapsed GHC Soprano.
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SUNNY HOUSE AVAILABLE IN CAMOSUN AREA
Lovely 1 bedroom home in quiet neighbourhood available August 5th to September 1st.Fully furnished with internet.Beautiful garden - lawn care included.Close to shops and buses.Walking distance to Willows beach.
Submitted by Liz Vickers, former Thursday soprano
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VACATION / SHOP U.S.A. ON STUNNING OLYMPIC PENINSULA, WASHINGTON
Your vacation retreat—or your base for a U.S. shopping weekend! New 1,700-sq-ft, light-filled country home on scenic, woodsy Diamond Point in sunny Sequim, halfway between Port Angeles ferry and Silverdale shopping and mall mecca! New pillow-top bed. Private bath. Piano, Italian furniture, stereo, local TV. Full kitchen. New HE W&D. Free WiFi & local phone. Garage. 1 minute drive to water; 7 to café, market, gas; 15 to Sequim boutiques, box stores; 30 to artsy Port Townsend. $125 per night, $850/wk; $1,500 two weeks; or? All utilities. No smoking, pets, kids.
Photos & More Info
Contact Karen at [email protected]
Submitted by: Karen S. Davis, GHC Monday Alto
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Participation - that's what's gonna save the human race.
Pete Seeger
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COMMUNITY EVENTS ~ THIS WEEKEND TO NEXTWe encourage you to support the activities of other choir community members by emailing copies of event items to any of your contacts that you think would be interested.
POWER OF HOPE SUMMER CAMPS REGISTRATION NOW OPEN (while space remains)
Teens learn to express themselves through a range of creative workshops on subjects such as: visual arts, dance, theater, writing, media literacy, nature education, social justice and much more! 2014 Camp Dates
Week One: July 7th - 14th, 2014 Full Week Two: July 17th - 24th, 2014
Take advantage of early registration. See the Word Of Mouth or Community Events (Mar 31) sections for more information.
~ Gloria
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James Bay Coffee & Books FRIDAY NIGHT MUSIC (Jun 6) Featuring: Beats Workin'
This trio features the extraordinary and versatile David K. on guitar, dobro and 7 string slide guitar; Mark Johnson ... a very fine upright bassist; and Bob de Wolff on guitars, and they sing too! They are performing some of David's and Mark's originals songs (which go from roots to latin), blended with Bob’s Swing and Jump Blues.
James Bay Coffee and Books 143 Menzies St. Victoria BC. is a family friendly, zero alcohol, community event where you can feel comfortable to come on your own or with friends.
Open Stage / Open Mic 7 - 7:30ish Sign-up 8 pm+ Performances
Feature Performance9 to 10 pm
For more information: http://www.jamesbaycoffeeandbooks.com
Submitted by Kim E. Willoughby GHC & Soundings Alto and “When I Sing” Soloist
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REACHING BLUE: FINDING HOPE BENEATH THE SURFACE (Jun 6)
Reaching Blue is the story of a coastal way of life under threat, where hope is found in stories of our past while facing the challenges of the future.
A writer. An oyster farmer. An ocean scientist. Fifteen cinematographers contribute imagery from deep-sea submarines, advanced ocean research vessels to coastal communities- exposing the changes our coastal waters face, and connect to our world’s oceans.
Do we have the knowledge and technology required to understand ocean change before time runs out?
Friday June 6th at 7:30 pmCinecenta (UVic)
Buy Tickets:https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/reaching-blue-victoria-premiere-tickets-11629424923
http://www.oceannetworks.ca/news/calendar/2014-06/3637
www.reachingblue.com
Submitted by Lynda Robertson GHC Thursday Alto
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SONGLINES, MANTRA, AND RAGA ROADS: SINGING OURSELVES HOME (June 6-11) Hosted by Gina Salá and Paul Henderson
Retreat June 6 - 11, 2014
Take a refreshing trek along ancient raga roads and wild yak trails of sound. Experience the power of sound tantra, opening your energy system to greater freedom and illumination. Enjoy all of this in the inspiring beauty and with the delicious, healthy meals of BC's Hollyhock Retreat Center on Cortes Island.
Explore the vast spaciousness of the "notes between the notes of Indian raga singing, where time expands and we distinctly feel the exquisite beauty of all the emotions and relationships in the music, and therefore in our lives.
Gain the tools and support to discover your own heart (medicine) songs that are healing to ourselves and our community. Deep roots and belly-laughs abound. All welcome-no experience required.
Details and registrations:
Submitted by Bill Hanson GHC Bass etc. on behalf of Gina Sala CCLT1 2004
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TEA CUP READING (Jun 6, 7, 13, 14, etc.)
Saturdays & Sundays 2 - 4 pmat James Bay Coffee and Books (home)143 Menzies St, Victoria BC see map
$30 for 30 minutes
$45 for 45 minutes
Gift Certificates Available specifically for Tea Leaf Readings
Our Readers have done 100s of Tea Leaf Readings. Warm, insightful and intuitive, they bring a wealth of life experience to every Tea Cup reading. Walk in for book readings through the shop or book an appointment by calling:
James Bay Coffee & Books 250 386-4700 or emailing [email protected]
James Bay Coffee and Books is a family friendly, zero alcohol, community event where you can feel comfortable to come on your own or with friends.
For more information http://www.jamesbaycoffeeandbooks.com
Submitted by Kim E. Willoughby GHC & Soundings Alto and “When I Sing” Soloist
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LAUGHTER IS THE BEST MEDICINE (Jun 6, 13, 20, etc.)
Stress is the #1 killer. Laughter is the #1 stress-buster. When we laugh, a cascade of healthy hormones fills the body. Its an efficient and delightful way to get your exercise.
Laughter Yoga in Oak Bay
7pm 2nd & 4th Fridays
2186 Oak Bay Avenue. Heart of the Village Yoga
Free or by donation: $5-15 suggested More info: http://victorialaughteryogaclub.wordpress.com/ or call 778.350.8608
Submitted by Matti Anttila, Former GHC Bass
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"Stride To Turn The Tide" GRANDMOTHERS FOR AFRICA SWAT (Jun 7)
2 km. Walk sponsored by Victoria Grandmothers for Africa to support African grandmothers through the Stephen Lewis Foundation.
Saturday, June 7. Registration: 9:00- 10:00 a.m. ($15.00; under 16 free).
Walk starts at 10:30 a.m. Start and return- Centennial Square, downtown Victoria.
Entertainment by Gettin' Higher Choir and Mufaro Marimba band.
For more information or to donate, go to: www.victoriagrandmothersforafrica.ca ~ Shivon
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2nd AnnualCOOK ST. VILLAGE CHILI COOK-OFF (Jun 7)
A variety of restaurants and institutions will be offering their versions of either Chili Con Carne or Vegetarian Chili for public and professional judging.
The event is licensed and there will be door prizes and entertainment.
June 7th, 11:30 am to 3:00 pmCook St. Activity Centre, #1 - 380 Cook St. (across the parking lot from Pic-a-flic and Macs)Tickets: $5 non-members, $3 members
Poster
Contact Dr. Michael Lewis at 250-598-3275 or email [email protected]
Submitted by Doug Paterson CCLT5 - 2008/09 & former GHC Thursday Bass
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Second Annual ALS CYCLE OF HOPE OODLES OF NOODLES (Jun 7)
Saturday, June 7, 5:00 pm - 12:00 amEidelweiss Club, 108 Niagara St.
Pasta dinner and dance featuring the cover band "BIG FONT" starring Bill Fry from Trek, Ed Bain from 100.3 The Q, Jack Knox from the Times Colonist and Crime Fighting Superheroes Andy Dunstan and Alex Yelovatz.
Plus a silent auction including this fun package for two: Harbour Air Vancouver return, a BC Lions Game and a night at Accent Inns.
All proceeds to the 2014 ALS Cycle of Hope team cycling 500kms from Kamloops to Keremeos Aug-6-13th to raise awareness and inspire hope for families living with ALS.
More details: Web site or Email Laura
Tickets are $35 need to be purchased in advance by email request.
Submitted by Laura Cook Monday Soprano
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SCRABBLE & CHESS NIGHT IN CANADA (Jun 12, 19, 26, etc.)
Thursdays 6 to 9pm at James Bay Coffee and Books143 Menzies, Victoria BC250 386-4700
Use our boards or bring your ownBring a friend or come aloneMore social than competitiveAll levels welcomeFree
James Bay Coffee and Books 143 Menzies St. Victoria BC. is a family friendly, zero alcohol, community event where you can feel comfortable to come on your own or with friends.
For more information: http://www.jamesbaycoffeeandbooks.com
Submitted by Kim E. Willoughby GHC & Soundings Alto and “When I Sing” Soloist
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COOK STREET SING-A-LONG (Jun 10, 17, 24, etc.)
Every Tuesday sing-a-long with the Tri-Lites to favourite hits of the ‘20s, ‘39s, ‘40s & ‘50s!
The Tri-Lites are: Myrna Williams on piano, Lorraine Montgomery on alto sax, Charlie (91 years young) on drums and Doug Patterson, guitar & master of ceremonies.
Lyrics easily seen on an overhead projector
The Cook Street Activity Centre, 1 – 380 Cook Street, Victoria, B.C. V8V 3X710:30 until noon with a tea, coffee & cookie break mid-way.
Come join the fun of singing in community!
Submitted by Doug Patterson CCLT grad & former GHC Bass
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James Bay Coffee & Books BLUEGRASS JAM CIRCLE (Jun 11, 18, 25, etc.)
Come to play in a relaxed, funky bookshop atmosphere; or come to listen while you browse the books, have dinner, sip coffee, play Scrabble.....
Every Wednesday in 2014 from 7 to 9 pm
James Bay Coffee and Books 143 Menzies St. Victoria BC. is a family friendly, zero alcohol, community event where you can feel comfortable to come on your own or with friends.
For more information: http://www.jamesbaycoffeeandbooks.com
Submitted by Kim E. Willoughby GHC & Soundings Alto and “When I Sing” Soloist
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James Bay Coffee & Books FRIDAY NIGHT MUSIC (Jun 13) Featuring: GREG MADILL AND NIGHTRISE
Greg Madill has been playing in Victoria for many years and 2010 saw the release of his long anticipated solo c.d….NIGHTRISE. It features 13 new songs , a myriad of instruments and some of Victoria’s finest players to add to the magic. He will be performing songs from this c.d. as well a few brand new ones ….such as his award winning “Circle Me With Water” when he brings his “Nightrise Band” to James Bay Coffee and Books on Friday June 13th. Along with Greg playing his 4, 6, and 8 string Tenor Ukuleles, mandolin, Irish Bouzouki and singing, will be his son Jevan Madill on rhythm and lead guitar and vocals , and Cam Stiles on Electric/Acoustic Bass and vocals. See you there!
James Bay Coffee and Books 143 Menzies St. Victoria BC. is a family friendly, zero alcohol, community event where you can feel comfortable to come on your own or with friends.
Open Stage / Open Mic 7 - 7:30ish Sign-up 8 pm+ Performances
Feature Performance9 to 10 pm
For more information: http://www.jamesbaycoffeeandbooks.com
Submitted by Kim E. Willoughby GHC & Soundings Alto and “When I Sing” Soloist
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DANCING THE UNIVERSE POWER OF HOMEOSTASIS (Jun 14)with Bernice Vetter SC
Most of us value BALANCE in our lives. We have learned through trial and error how to achieve a desirable mix of novelty and stability for wholeness. EARTH’s ecosystems, as well as the universe acting like a single body strive to maintain harmony and integrity in a delicate dance to maintain life.
Date: Saturday, June 14, 2014Time: 9:30 am – 3:30 pm Cost: $60. Please bring lunch. Refreshments and snacks are supplied. Location: Friends Meeting House (1831 Fern St.)
[email protected], 250-220-4601 www.earthliteracies.org
Rupert Sheldrake and Jill Purce at Hollyhock . Visit hollyhock.ca for more info and registrations, or call 1.800.933.6339 ext. 232.
Submitted by Gertie Jocksch Monday Soprano
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BACH FLOWER REMEDY COURSE (starts Jun 15)
Come learn the art, science and application of the 38 Flower Remedies developed by Dr.Edward Bach with registered Practitioner Joanne Marks. Flower Remedies gently and consistently bring us back into balance; experience how to use them for yourself, children and animals. See poster.
June 15th.22nd & 29th.Three Sunday afternoons: 12:30 – 5:30 pm. Greater Victoria Location to be announced. [email protected] or 250-381-6171
Submitted by: Joanne Marks CCLT grad 2006, past Tue GHC, HNC.
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CELTIC VESPERS WITH QUINN AND QRISTINA BACHAND (Jun 15) Qristina and Quinn Bachand will be the featured performers at Celtic Vespers, Sunday June 15th at 7 pm. This powerhouse duo has a musical bond that only siblings can share, and have been described as Two of the most important young musicians in the international Celtic music scene, winning 2011 Top Duo at the Irish Music Awards. Celtic Vespers is an hour of music and reflections by candlelight at St. Johns United Church 10990 West Saanich Road. (Across from Deep Cove school) Submitted by Eva Kerr Monday Alto
COMMUNITY EVENTS ~ COMING WEEKSHNC END OF SEASON PARTY (Jun 17)
Final Week of Spring Session of High Noon Choir -
You Are Invited… To join the High Noon Choir singers for a Party! When: Tuesday, June 17 12 noon – 2:00 Where: Church of Truth – 111 Superior Street (James Bay)
This is the High Noon Choir’s closing week for this session. We would love to celebrate our weeks of singing in community with you.
We’ll sing together for an hour and then share some ginger tea and finger foods. Just bring yourself and anyone else you think might enjoy this time together or to explore singing with the choir next session.
Fall Session - Starts When: Tuesday, Sept 23, 11:30 - for new singer orientation - We’ll sing from 12:00 – 1:30 Where: Church of Truth – 111 Superior Street
Everyone welcomed. Questions directed to Gloria - 250-995-8731 or [email protected]
Shivon and Gloria
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WORLD REFUGEE DAY (June 20)
World Refugee Day is commemorated every year on June 20, and 2014 will mark the second annual World Refugee Day celebrations in Victoria. This year’s event will include a walk with refugees for a stronger Canada. The walk will lead to different stations around the downtown core, where people can take part in interactive activities that educate them about, and ask them to reflect on, refugee issues. The walk will begin and end at the Greater Victoria Public Library downtown branch on Broughton Street. At the library, there will also be various information booths for people to visit, music to listen to and food for sale.
Submitted by Gagan Leekha GHC Thursday Alto
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ALS CYCLE OF HOPE - FREQUENT FLYER 10K (Jun 22)
Cycle of Hope are holding a charity event at the Rotary Park Field of Dreams on Canora Road by the airport between on June 22nd, from 11 am to 2 pm.
Ride the 10k loop - registration is $20 or come for the free family event and listen to the O'Brien Family. They will be singing between 1 and 2 pm. More information can be found through cycleofhope.ca.
Submitted by Laura Cook GHC Soprano, Monday
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CHOIR COMMUNITY POTLUCK PICNIC & “ALL BATTERS CAN HIT” SOFTBALL GAME (Jun 22)
Beacon Hill Park, Sunday June 22nd or 29th if the 22nd is rained out (keep an eye out for emails on the morning of the 22nd)
West side of the park across from the Beacon Drive-In at Beacon & Douglas Map
All members of our extended choir community and their guests are welcome
SOFTBALL GAME
3:00 to 4:30 (but could go to 5:00 if we wish)
All ages, all genders and all levels of skill welcome. When it is your turn to bat you are up until you get a hit but you can be put out while running the bases or by a caught fly ball.
I have three softballs (which should be plenty), two gloves and a couple of bats. If you have a favourite bat that you’d like to bring feel free to do so but definitely bring any gloves you have, both for your own use and to share with others. A label on anything you bring could be good.
The softball diamond is an open, un-shaded area so come prepared for sun with peaked cap, sunscreen, sunbrella, water, etc.
PICNIC
4:30 to 5:00 Set-up 5:00 to 5:30 Gather & Greet5:30 to ?:?? Eat?:?? to 8:30 Ceremony, singing and socializing8:30 to 9:00 Take down (possibly earlier)
Please Bring:
A favourite dish of food to share (serving utensils and ingredients lists are recommended). Your own plate, cutlery and cup Picnic blanket or folding chairs (extras to share if you have them would be kind). Music binders (with our core repertoire) and/or Rise Up Singing books could be useful Labels on items you bring and a name tag on you would be good Lots of smiles and a readiness to sing
There is some shade available in the picnic area but it wouldn’t hurt to be prepared for sun as described above for the game.
Volunteers are needed to:P/U and return tables stored at the Church of Truth (Will need to have a van or pickup)D/O for setup 4:30 to 5:00Take down and return 8:30 to 9:00 (latest but could be earlier)
If you are interested in helping out please email me or call 250-920-4160 (9 to 9 daily)
Submitted by Bill Hanson GHC Registrar etc.
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BIODANZA (June 27 & 28) Experience Biodanza with Sylvia Essiembre, certified Biodanza facilitator from Montreal. Biodanza is an invitation to deepen our capacity to live more fully in the present moment. Enhanced by the power of carefully selected music, Biodanza is experienced through simple, mindful exercises, including movement and authentic encounters with other participants. Friday, June 27 7 to 9 p.m. (Introduction $20)Saturday, June 28 1 to 6 p.m. (Workshop $80) Centennial United Church, 649 Gorge Rd. East. For more information, please contact Sylvia at [email protected] Submitted and recommended by: Bruce McCormack Soundings Baritone & former GHC member ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** **
CHOIR COMMUNITY POTLUCK PICNIC & “ALL BATTERS CAN HIT” SOFTBALL GAME (Jun 29)
Only if June 22nd is rained out. See June 22nd listing above for details
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LIBERATING MINDS AND VOICES, With Rupert Sheldrake and Jill Purce (Jul 11)
Join world-famous biologist Rupert Sheldrake and his wife, Jill Purce, who pioneered the international sound healing movement, for a unique evening of exploration of body, voice and mind.
This program is co-sponsored with Christ Church Cathedral
Date: Friday July 11, 2014Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Cost: $20.00 Location: Christ Church Cathedral 930 Burdett Ave. Victoria Tickets at Koinonia Books 1119 Blanchard St.
[email protected], 250-220-4601 www.earthliteracies.org
Rupert Sheldrake and Jill Purce at Hollyhock . Visit hollyhock.ca for more info and registrations, or call 1.800.933.6339 ext. 232.
Submitted by Gertie Jocksch Monday Soprano
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WCAMS: ANNUAL SUMMER MUSIC CAMP (Jul 20)
The West Coast Amateur Musicians Society (WCAMS) Annual Summer Music Camp is being held at Quest University in Squamish from July 20 to 27, 2014 (see www.wcams.com for details).
The camp welcomes amateur musicians of all ages and abilities. The faculty-in-residence provide friendly, professional instruction which focuses on building confidence and musical skills. The camp provides a relaxed atmosphere to improve one’s vocal technique including Celtic, Jazz, and Music Theatre along with Brahms Requiem with full orchestra, vocal technique classes, sectionals and SATB choir practice.
Watching the faculty perform at evening mini concerts is also very enjoyable.
Recommended by Ron Crabtree Monday Bass
JUST FOR FUNA reward of laughter for reading this far
A FUNNY GRAPHIC
Submitted by Karen Davis GHC Monday Alto
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