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6 Are You Doing the Right Thing to Support Your Child in Sports by Lee Richardson

8 Shaping Tomorrow Today: 2015GradeReconfigurationandNewHighSchools by Jim Cambridge, SD62 Superintendent

10 Soccer Tryouts by Reilly Beatty

12 From the Kitchen: Easter Cassoulet by Marcie Gauntlett

14 How to: Mosaic Shelley Hudson

20 From Patio to Patio Garden in One Day

24 Up Your Grill Game: Tips for Great Barbecuing

32 Your Pics

34 Destination West Shore: Art in Bloom by Cindy Moyer

38 Langford Leads the Way with National Award by Rick Stiebel

40 Community Events Calendar

42 Horoscopes

44 Puzzles

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by Lee Richardson

Parents often look within themselves to figure out what their child needs to succeed in sport. This conundrum leads fami-

lies down a dangerous path because parents often gamble much of their time and money on raising the next super star. They are brainwashed by the media and advertisements that tell them the more focused their child is and the more exposure their child gets in a certain sport, the better s/he will be at the sport. This is a pure gamble. The parent begins to create routines that are often unhealthy and repetitive in order to create success. The routines allow children no time to develop their own personality or have the free time to play with the sport. The current research suggests that the best approach is to expose young children to many types of movement experiences. Research shows that well-rounded athletes are those who make it the furthest in sport. Take note that you are not only creating a healthy lifestyle for the short term but for the long term and building a passion that may last a lifetime.

From the children’s perspective, they may really enjoy a sport but may also be interested in other sports. It is the parents’ job to help keep the household balanced. This means taking on only as much pressure as the family can handle. There is something to be said for commitment to a team or program. If the children have committed, it is important that they follow through for the remainder of the season, but after that they should be free to opt out of that activity.

Parents have to remove themselves from the gamble of investing in long shots and support their children’s interests while con-tinuing to expose them to things that may create advantages in life. I have seen children that are forced to play their sport ev-ery day with no seasonal breaks, while taking part in additional clinics, summer camps, private sessions, and weight training. The list is immense and the child often gets lost. S/he does not get the same exposure to other things children of the same age get to experience. When I see this, I am always surprised that the children can engage day after day when they are pushed so

much. The sport is no longer fun and the children’s smiles disap-pear while playing.

Parents should look at the situation they want for their chil-dren and take baby steps toward it. Creating situations where the children can find their own way to the sport is important, for example, when they rally the neighbourhood kids to play a game. Parents can help their children by creating accessibility. This means providing opportunities to build their confidence and self-esteem in a sport environment. The Long Term Athlete development model suggests programs that have a variety of ex-posures for the preteen years. Cross-training through different sports is suggested all the way through adulthood because it is beneficial in many ways.

Cross-training is important because it teaches children to move in various ways. The children will not only learn where they excel but also where they need to work hard to become better at a sport. The children will learn patience with other children, how to be modest when they shine and humble when others succeed. These experiences are a life lesson that occurs when children play sports in which they are not the best. In these situ-ations the children begin to learn how to be patient and under-standing of each other. Through cross-training and exposure to various sports, they begin to develop an understanding of other rules and different ways of doing things. This creates an under-standing of other cultures and ultimately a compassion for other people. It also ensures a healthy foundation because the children have exposure to different types of play, which gives them the confidence to join their friends when they play something new. I have a great example of this. When I was young, I had a friend who was a good athlete but when we played volleyball he sat on the sidelines and watched us. We wondered why but didn’t think much of it. Eventually, my friend ended up trying volley-ball in an environment that was secure; it was just the four of us passing the ball to each other. A week or so later we were back at the beach with our parents. We started playing with a large group of people and my friend joined in. It took an opportunity

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familyfor him to practise in a safe environment to push him to learn a few skills and join the group. I have recently asked him about it and he said he didn’t understand the rules and didn’t want to look silly when everyone else knew what they were doing. This robbed him of countless hours of physical activity as he sat on the sidelines. He was a great athlete and excelled at football and basketball but didn’t have the confidence with volleyball to just jump into it with a bunch of players that had some experience.

Parents should create opportunities and avoid restricting their child’s interest to one sport until later years. Obviously there are time constraints and every family is different. Parents should recognize that they do not create their child’s passion for a sport or an activity; it comes from within the person. Anyone that has been exposed to professional, elite or even amateur athletes, can easily see that it comes from within the person (the child), not their parents. When the child has a passion, the parent will see it and should nurture it but play the role of the parent and not let the child overload. Taking breaks from certain sports makes the child hungry and more passionate about the sport. Dur-ing breaks, the parent should find activities that are active but not necessarily related. For example, my boys love hockey but after the season we take a break and the boys play baseball. They have decided to quit lacrosse and although I had chosen lacrosse because it was a sport just as active as hockey, I realize that it is

time to let them decide. Now baseball is their first choice.

Competitive parents are often opinionated and wonder what everyone else is doing to develop their young athletes. Under-stand, that as a parent, we have to pick and choose what is right for the children and help them to cross-train and develop other interests. Burn-out management is a parent’s role and frankly it should not come close to that. Comparing your child to other children, ranking them and judging what other parents do, or even keeping up with the Joneses, are all impediments to creat-ing a great athlete. Parents should understand that only a select few make it to the elite level in a sport and they should not even consider it until the child is starting to show interest, generally in their early teens. That is not to say that children shouldn’t be active. Parents need to create opportunity and provide a plat-form that the children can work from to get to the elite level. Support the child’s interest in sports and cross-training so s/he can move in many different ways. It is much like learning languages. The more exposure you get to other languages, the more proficient you become in all languages. Remember, you want your children’s interest and passion for activity to be for the long haul, not the short term. We all want our children to have happy active lifestyles.


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By Jim Cambridge, SD62 Superintendent

School District 62 is going to look very different in the summer of 2015. The positive changes you are going to see include a district-wide grade

reconfiguration throughout our schools, and the opening of two new high schools. We are planning early to help facilitate a smooth transition.

The district-wide grade reconfiguration is a move that will align SD62 with our neighbouring districts and with most of the province. School grade re-configurations will look as follows: elementary schools become K-5, middle schools become grades 6-8, and high schools grades 9-12. The Saanich School District has modelled this grade system for 25 years and the Greater Victoria School District has been on board for 10 years.

Our two new high schools, Royal Bay and Belmont Secondary, are giving our district the room to make these changes. As we are the only growing school district in B.C., the grade reconfiguration will help SD62 keep up with grow-ing enrolments by providing room in our elementary schools.

A total of 3,200 students will be changing schools at the beginning of the school year in 2015. Up to 200 teachers and support workers are included in this move. This will affect some bus routes, which we are in the process of modelling. This is an exciting time for our two new high schools because they will be welcoming all-new high school students in 2015!

The benefits of aligning our schools with neighbouring districts include hav-ing three schools that are grades 6, 7, 8, and 17 schools that are K-5. This alignment helps with sports at the middle-school level, as our students will compete in the same age range. Middle and secondary academic programs will be aligned through the district and timetables at middle and secondary schools will be similar. This change allows more choice for parents.

We are sure 2015 is going to be a great year of change for our school district. We are looking forward to the changes. SD62 is shaping tomorrow today!

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Soccer Tryoutsby Reilly Beatty (11 years old, Grade 5)

Lately I’ve wanted to try out for club soccer. The season has come and I was offered the choice again: baseball or soccer?

Of course, ever since I was seven and the umpire accidentally hit me in the face with his mask, I’ve more or less hated base-ball. I can throw a nice knuckleball (two MPH! MLB material!) and I enjoy a good game of catch, of course, but on a team, hitting, running, throwing and being hit? Count me out. So, anyway, I’ve been playing community soccer for a while now, not counting playing in school, and I felt like taking a risk. Of course my mother didn’t, and signed me up for community in case I didn’t make the tryouts. So, we paid the fees, signed the “Don’t sue us, we’ve got better lawyers anyway” forms, and I took my first step towards playing with Lionel Messi. The team I was trying out for was Southwest Sting, only because it had a better name than Southwest United.

I missed the first tryout. But really, it wasn’t my fault! We drove all the way to the East Side Soccer Centre and it turned out that they had changed the venue. Apparently, we should have brought our Mac in the car because they had sent out an email, 30 minutes in advance. Just shows you how un-devoted we are to club soccer and that I don’t even deserve to be on the team. I made the second tryout, though. The only person who caught my eye when I walked in was a guy who looked exactly like Draco Malfoy from the Harry Potter movies. The first thing that went through my head when I saw him was: “You don’t want to go making friends with bad soccer players. I can help you there.” Turns out he gets that a lot. Of course, when the coaches started doing scrimmages, I opted for forward, because,

really, who doesn’t want to play forward? Three minutes in, I was sprinting to keep up with my fellow forwards (all shorter than I am). I resolved that if I made the team, I’d play defence.

Did you know that club soccer people only have two defend-ers? The man who would be playing middle defence moves 0.7 centimetres ahead of the two lowly defence players. That high and mighty player is called the Mid, short for midfield. While we’re talking about soccer lingo, do you know any? I was on the bench during a scrimmage and my amazing team members who are all better than me are shouting: “COVER! COVER!” and “MAN ON! MAN ON!” “Man on what?” you wonder.

The soccer tryouts were indoors, due to the terrible weather we have in Edmonton. I made a hard decision that first tryout, which was: “Should I wear my incredible high-top indoor soc-cer cleats that look exactly like basketball shoes or the ones that look exactly like running shoes?” I decided on my limited edi-tion Reebok “Fool Your Friends” indoor soccer cleats that look exactly like running shoes. Everyone was impressed.

Alas, it is after the tryouts now and the coach said that some-one from the soccer club would notify us if we had or had not made the team on Tuesday or Wednesday. It is now Saturday and I have not been emailed anyway. My mom retains hope that their email was lost in cyberspace and that I still made the team, but I’m not sure. What do you think?

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Recipe courtesy of Marcie Gauntlett, former owner and instructor of French Beach Cooking School

Now for something really different for Easter, not that I don’t love a gor-geous ham all studded with cloves, cherries and pineapple. This one will

have your guests drooling and there will be very little left over. It takes a bit of doing, but it goes in one large roasting dish and all you need with it is a lovely crisp salad or a side of coleslaw. From France, this recipe has been tweaked and

simplified.

DIREC T IONSSaute salt pork pieces until some fat is rendered and pork is crisp; remove onto paper to drain. Brown all meats in the pork fat along with the onions and

garlic.

Spray roasting pan/dish with oil and pour in can of white beans w/juice, spreading to cover bottom of dish. Layer the meats and onions on top of the beans along with the pork crisps; sprinkle with pepper. Lay the vegetables over the meat. Pour over the chicken broth and sprinkle with Herbs of Provence.

Spread breadcrumbs on top.

C over with a layer of foil and bake for 2 hours at 350F. Remove foil, put back into oven and brown up the breadcrumbs – about 15 minutes.

Crumbs can be stirred into juices if too thin; more can be added. This sumptu-ous dish should easily serve about 8-10 people.

Ingredients1 l b boneless lamb, cut into cubes1 l b boneless pork, cut into cubes6 smal l boneless chicken thighs

4 garlic sausages, cut into chunksHalf cup salt pork, diced

1 extra large can of white beans w/juice2 onions, diced large

4 garlic cloves or use 2 Tbsp bottled garlic, diced1 cup chicken broth1 cup baby carrots

1 cup broccoli f loretspepper

1 Tbsp Herbs of Provence1 cup breadcrumbs

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MATERIALS• Backing board – Cement Board• Tiles (optional, but it is wise to plan for tiles around and under plumbing fixtures because of the clearances involved)• Small stones and large flat pebbles from a creek, beach or riverbank; with a large surface area relative to the size of the stone to receive the adhesive. Avoid rocks that are shaped like marbles. Try to keep stones relatively the same thickness; remember they will be grouted, and tiny stones will just disappear under the grout.• Tile adhesive suitable for the job (moist environment; strong adhe-sive)• Sanded grout• Grout sealer• Vinyl gloves – thin• Many small containers (empty yogurt tubs, for example)• Plasticine• Sponges and rags• Liquid floor polish• Large flat surface to work on and lots of time!• Read the back of all your purchased supplies to ensure you know their mixing and drying times and their designed uses and limitations.

This project is fun to do and one of the pleasures is that when using natural stones and other non-porous natural material,

you never know exactly how it will look until it is done! Although a bath tub surround must be done with care and is likely a job for adults, you can have fun with your kids doing a project like this as a framed wall hanging suitable for interior or exterior use.

1. Thecementboardiscuttofitthespaceandcutouttofitthevariousplumbingfixtures(spout,watertapandshowerhead)andthendrilledtomatchthestudsandinstalledtemporarilytomakesureallfitscorrectly.

The temporary install is done because the cement board will be removed and laid flattoadherethestones.So,youwillneedyourdrillholesalreadylocatedandyouwill need to determine that there will be enough clearance under and beside the variousplumbingfixturesforthestonesbeforeyoustartwithanytileadhesive.Usingstonesmeansthatthefinishedworkwillbethickerthantile.Youmayhavetousestandardtilesclosetoplumbingfixturesbecausetheyaredesignedtofitunderplumbingflanges.

The cement board is cut and installed in three sections to work around the plumb-ingfixtures.Thismeansthatonepersoncouldliftandscrewthesectionsbackoncethe stones and tiles had been adhered. It will be heavy.

Sketch your design onto the board using a permanent marker. Remove the boards toalargeflatworkingsurface.

2. Have your materials ready. I used stones, pebbles, seashells, sand-scoured glass fragments found at the beach and 1” glass tiles. The stones and other natural materials need to be washed and rinsed until you have them as clean as possible. Thestonesforthisprojectrequiredthreewashingstoremovefineclaysandsilt.Do not use wood pieces as these will swell with moisture and eventually pop out of your tile wall in a year or so. Remove all large and heavy stones and stones that areshapedlikemarbles.Sortthestonesfirstforcolour.Dothisonebatchatatimewhen the stones are wet so you can see their true colour. I sorted out almost-white,

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home & gardengreenish, very light grey, medium grey, dark grey, true black and brownish-red stones and put them in plastic containers. Next, each colour batchwas sortedagain for size into small, medium and large. I ended up discarding 60% of the large, as they are simply too big to use and there is always the risk they will not fully adhere and fall out over time.

3. Prepare the surface of the cement board. For tiles alone, you would not likely needtodothis,butwhenyouconsiderthesurfaceof thestonethatisflatandthatwill come in contact with the board and adhesive, you will note it is less than a tile. So we will give the stones a better chance to adhere by spreading a thin layer of tile adhesive all over the cement board. You can use your gloved hand to spread a thinlayerthatyouhavescratcheduporanadhesivespatulawithveryfineteeth.WAIT THE REQUIRED TIME FOR THE ADHESIVE TO DRY. Your permanent marker de-sign should show through enough to see, but if not, redo after it has dried.

4. Lay out dry tiles and stones over a portion of the piece until you are happy with placement and place little balls of plasticine over your drill holes to protect themfrombeingtiledover.Usingasmallutensil(Iusedasmallmetalspoonwithalonghandle)pickupyourstones,applytileadhesivetothebackof yourstoneandpressintoplace.Useenoughtofillallcrevicesandprovideabed,butnotsomuch that the adhesive rises up the side of the stone. If it rises too much your adhesive will crack as it dries or perhaps you will see adhesive through the grout. You have a minute or two to move it around but be very careful not to touch it once it starts to dry and set. If you are trying to follow a pattern or design, adhering one stone at a time is best. When you have done as much as you can but are not yetfinished,cleanupandWAITTHEREQUIREDTIMEFORADHESIVETODRYbeforetouching it again.

Ittookthreedaystofinishtheadhesive/stoneworkforthisbathtubproject.Evenwith a pre-planned design, you still need to adjust as you go and this takes time. You also need to check your stone supply to ensure you have enough true-black rocks, for instance! You can see now when using stones as a tile material, that a flathorizontalworksurfaceisneededbecausetheywouldsimplyfalloff if youtried to do this when the cement board was on the wall and vertical. When all is done, make sure every last bit of adhesive has dried and set to the manufac-turer’sspecificationsbeforeyoutrytomoveandinstallthesections.Checktoseeif youhaveexposedblobsof adhesiveonyourstones.If so,gentlyscrapetheseoff with a sharp knife.

5. At last the install! Remove the plasticine balls from the screw holes. Be sure youarestrongenoughtolift,carryandholdthefinishedpiecestothewallwith-outstrainorwithoutflexingorroughtreatmentof thesection.Screwthesectionsin place. Try to screw down 90% of the way for all screws and then tighten down all. Avoid putting any bend stress on your sections by over-tightening a screw.

6. Now you can grout. Put the plasticine back onto your screw holes if you do notwantthemgroutedover.IselectedasandedgroutbecauseIwantedtheex-trastrengthandthereducedshrinkageitgave.(Beawarethatsandedgroutwillscratch the surfaceof glassorporcelain tiles.) The stoneswill beof differingheights. You want to ensure the grout goes between each stone without burying any and that the grout reaches under the side curves of your stones. Apply the grout with your vinyl-gloved hands. MIX UP SMALL BATCHES OF GROUT. Be gentle butensuregoodpenetrationbetweenstones.Withyourfingersyoucanfeelthe

stonesandgentlydredgeextragroutoff thesmallerstones.Doingthisnowwillsaveyouendlesstimelaterremovingexcessgroutwithasponge.Followgroutpackage directions for initial cleaning and secondary cleaning. Do this correctly and you will not have a dried haze of grout over your pretty stone tile design.

7. After appropriate drying time, add recommended coats of tile/grout sealer. I have found that after the sealer dries, the tiles lose the rich colour of a wet stone. Trybrushingonliquidfloorwaxtogetthewetlook.Removetheplasticinefromyour screw heads and with a small dab of silicon, set a pebble into the spot. This will be easy to remove down the road if you ever want to unscrew your stone tile wall. Seal with silicone sealer, as appropriate, around the edges of your piece. Use a clear or opaque silicone because the bumpiness of rocks will not give you a clean sharp line. This will be visible if you use white silicon.

You may have to set a viewing schedule and put a small stool or chair in your bathroom so that you are comfortable as you gaze at your one-of-a-kind, gorgeous tub wall!


Batter:1 cup raisins2cupsall-purposeflour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons ground cin-namon4 large eggs2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract2 cups granulated sugar1 cup vegetable oil

3 cups grated raw carrotsMarzipan Carrots:See recipe for MarzipanOrange Food ColoringGreen Food Coloring16 ounces mascarpone cheese1teaspoonpurevanillaextract¾cupconfectioner’s(powdered)sugar1½cupswhipping(heavy)creamTopping(Optional):1 to 2 tablespoons gold sugar sprinkles

InstructionsPreheat oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare two standard 12-cup muffin pans; line with paper cupcake liners.

Batter:• Plump the raisins by steaming in a colander in a double boiler; steam the raisins about 1 minute or until softened. Thoroughly drain, or spread the raisins on paper toweling to dry. Tip: Create a double boiler by filling a saucepan with 2 inches of water and bringing it to a simmer. Place the fruit in a steamer or plastic or wire mesh colander on top of the simmering water, the upper pan should not touch the water.

• In a medium mixing bowl, add flour, baking powder, bak-ing soda, salt, and cinnamon; sift or whisk together to mix. Set aside.

• In a large bowl of an electric mixer, add eggs and vanilla; beat on medium-high speed for 2 minutes or until the eggs are a light yellow color and thickened. With the mixer still on medium-high speed, slowly add the sugar to the eggs, either one table-spoon at a time, or in a very slow steady stream, taking 3 to 4 minutes to add all of the sugar, and beating until the eggs and sugar are fully incorporated, and the mixture looks light in color

and thickened. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl with a rubber spatula so the mixture blends evenly.

• Reduce mixer speed to medium, slowly pour the oil into the batter in a slow steady stream, and then beat for 1 minute lon-ger.

• Reduce mixer speed to medium-low, and blend in the flour mixture all at once, mixing just until incorporated.

• Remove the bowl from the mixer. Using a large rubber spatu-la, fold in the drained raisins and carrots.

• Spoon the batter into the cupcake liners. Fill ⅔ full, using about ¼ cup of batter per cup. Tip: Avoid over-filling the liners which may cause the batter to run-over the sides when baking. It is better to bake any remaining batter separately after the first pan of cupcakes has finished baking.

Bake: • Bake, rotating pan halfway through, 25 minutes, or until the cakes are just firm and spring back when gently pressed, and a toothpick, wooden skewer, or cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool slightly in cupcake pan, and turn out of pan when cool enough to handle. Repeat process with any remaining batter. Cool cupcakes completely on a wire cooling

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rack before frosting and decorating.

Marzipan Carrots:See recipe for Marzipan.

• Use about ⅓ of the marzipan recipe to make the carrots, de-pending on the size and number of carrots you want to make. Reserve the remainder of the marzipan for another use.

• Separate a small portion of the marzipan to use for the leaves. Tint the larger portion a carrot orange color and tint the smaller portion green for the carrot tops.

• Form small amounts of the orange marzipan into balls, and then roll the balls between your palms, elongating them into a tube shape and tapering one end to make a carrot shape. Use the long edge of a toothpick to press horizontal indentations all along the length of the carrot to create shallow creases. Form small bits of green marzipan for the tops and press onto the top of the carrot. Flatten the top and use a small sharp knife to separate into strips.

• Cover carrots with plastic wrap or place in a sealed container to keep them from drying out until ready to use.

Mascarpone Cheese Frosting: • In a large bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, vanilla, con-fectioners’ sugar, and whipping cream; use an electric mixer and beat together until mixture is smooth and stiff peaks form, about 2 to 4 minutes. Do not overbeat.

• Use a pastry bag and decorating tip to pipe the frosting. Place a marzipan carrot on top of the frosting.

Topping (Optional):• Sprinkle with gold sugar sprinkles.

• Refrigerate frosted cupcakes until ready to serve. Refrigerate leftovers.

Marzipan Ingredients2 cups granulated sugar⅔ cup water⅛ teaspoon cream of tartar4 cups blanched, finely ground almonds2 large egg whites, lightly beatenFor Kneading:About ½ cup confectioner’s (powdered) sugar

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to help wash away stray sugar crystals.

• Remove the lid, and clip a candy thermometer to the inside of the pan. Return the pan to medium high heat and bring the syrup to a boil, without stirring, until the syrup reaches a tem-perature of 240 degrees F, a soft-ball stage. While the syrup is cooking, wash away any sugar crystals that form on the sides of the pan by wiping upwards with a damp pastry brush so the sug-ar crystals don’t fall back into the syrup. Remove pan from the heat and remove the candy thermometer. Be careful, the sugar is extremely hot and will burn your skin if you touch it. Tip: Lower the heat when the temperature reaches about 235 degrees to slow the cooking because at this point it will quickly reach 240 degrees. In addition, remove the pan from the heat just before the syrup reaches 240 degrees to prevent it from going over 240 degrees.

• Dip the bottom of the saucepan in a large bowl of cold water, and beat the syrup with a wooden spoon until the syrup cools and becomes thick and creamy and starts turning white.

• Stir in the ground almonds and egg whites; the mixture may seem dry and crumbly at this point. Place the pan over low heat and stir for 2 to 3 minutes or until the mixture is well mixed. The heat will help to soften the mixture making it easier to mix.

Kneading: • Sprinkle a large marble board, or large pastry mat with pow-dered sugar. Turn the marzipan mixture out onto the board.

• Using a rubber spatula or wooden spoon, begin lifting and folding the edges of the marzipan into the center until it is cool enough to handle with your hands.

• Gather the entire mixture up with your hands or dough scrap-er into a ball and begin kneading until the marzipan becomes smooth and pliable, 5 to 6 minutes, adding additional pow-dered sugar 1 tablespoon at a time if the marzipan is too sticky. You will probably knead the entire ½ cup powdered sugar into the marzipan; however it is ok to add additional powdered sugar if needed.

• The marzipan can be used immediately, or wrap in plastic wrap and place in a resealable plastic bag or airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use.


Spring is in the air. Are exciting images of warm sunshine and the first tulips of the season dancing in your head? Are

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A less dramatic closet transformation is to add a shelf (or two) above the existing top closet shelf. This space is often ignored and underused. After adding an extra shelf you will be amazed at how much more can be stored in your closet and how much neater it will look. It will make the perfect place for storing bins of mittens, gloves, hats and scarves.

Add a bench seat with a storage compartment in your hallway or even in another area of your home. Or try an oversized ot-toman that opens up. These hulls are terrific for storing bulky items. Fold up snow pants and jackets placing them in neat piles inside.

If you have adequate space under a bed, there is a variety of under-the-bed storage containers to try. These are made of sturdy cardboard or plastic bag material with a zipper enclo-sure. There are also tough plastic bins with or without wheels that can easily be slid in or out as needed.

To condense the space bulky winter wear takes up, try a vacu-um sealing storage bag. These gizmos are amazing. Once you suck the excess air out, your package will be about a third of the size you began with. Once your items are condensed, place them on a shelf, under a bed or in a storage bin.

If you lack hanging space but have a storage room, there are handy rollaway canvas wardrobes with sturdy hanging bars in them. The zipper enclosure will keep your clothing dust free and the rollaway aspect of the unit will make it convenient to move as needed.

If you have an extra hanging bar in your cellar, you might want to hang a jumbo sealable garment bag from it. The bag will keep your clothes free from dust and dirt and out of sight for the spring and summer season.

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Warm weather is finally here, and with higher temperatures and longer days, the urge grows to get out of the kitchen

and into the yard or onto the deck. That’s right – it’s barbecue season. Take a look at these great tips to get your grill on with style!

An electric grill is useful for countertop grilling in cold or wet weather, but it works best when grilling for just one or two. It is also the safest choice if you are grilling on an apartment balcony. Electric does not scale well to larger servings, and there is always that one area of the grilling surface that is cooler because of the cool spot on the element.

A gas grill is very convenient. It turns on easily, heats up quickly, and a good quality, well-maintained gas grill will cook evenly. Many have accessories like additional racks and side burners so you can cook your entire meal outside and keep the heat out of the kitchen in the hottest months. But you do have to remem-ber to keep your propane tank stocked up – it is no fun to run short in the middle of cooking!

Purists prefer charcoal or wood burning grills. They are tricki-er to manage but impart a smoky flavour to food that can’t be duplicated with gas or electric. Different cooking materials like mesquite chips add special flavours to your food, but good char-

coal grilling takes more time and practice than gas or electric grills.

If you didn’t do it in the fall when putting your grill away for winter, give it a good spring-cleaning now. If there is still a lot of cooked-on residue, light some coals or turn the gas on high to char the gunk and make it easier to scrape or flake off. After it cools, scrape the grill racks and the sides of grill and lid with a wire brush to get rid of old residue. If you have a gas grill and the rocks or “lava” in the bottom of the grill is caked with build-up, consider replacing them. Check all the gas lines to make sure they are clear and the burners fully light and are not clogged, otherwise food won’t cook evenly.

Wash down the outside and inside of the grill. If you have a stainless steel grill, use a cleaner designed specifically for stain-less steel. Otherwise, soap and water will do the trick. Don’t use a lot of soap, just a little dish detergent, warm water, and elbow grease to clean off built up dirt and debris. Rinse thoroughly and allow ample time to dry before using it to cook.

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ters cook a little faster and more evenly than breast pieces, and are easier for eating with your hands.

For beef, look for cuts labelled “loin” or “round,” as well as tri-tip, flank steak, or London broil. Leaner cuts are healthier but will need a good marinade for 30 minutes to 2 hours before cooking. For pork, try tenderloin or loin chops.

Hamburgers and hot dogs are, of course, the grill favourites. Look for healthier hot dog choices with few additives and fill-ers. Turkey and chicken franks and sausages are a great choice as well. For burgers, consider calming E. coli worries by choosing a piece of sirloin or top round and having the butcher grind it, or grind it at home. A burger where the meat all comes from one cow instead of many is a safer choice.

Don’t forget that lots of veggies go great on the grill as well! Try grilling corn on the cob, or mix up some peppers, mushrooms and meat on skewers for a change of pace.

Lots of barbecue cooks have their particular preferences when it comes to sauces, and many prefer homemade sauces (and may even share their special recipes with you if you ask nicely!). There are thousands of recipes out there to try, and hundreds of varieties of store-bought sauces. Make sure you read the labels on the sauces, though! Try to avoid the ones with high sodium

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Apply sauce with a 1-2” hardware store paintbrush. Regular paintbrushes are easier to clean than finer-bristled pastry or bar-becue brushes and cheaper to replace when they get too gunked up. Use a light hand with the sauce – remember that it is meant to enhance the taste of the meat, not cover it up.

When putting meat on the grill, flipping it, or taking it off, use a pair of long barbecue tongs rather than a fork. The holes from the fork will let the tasty juices leak out of the meat.

As the cookout winds down, take a few minutes to scrub down the grill rack with a wire brush once it is cool enough to handle but before any residue or juices are totally hardened. Scrape the insides of the grill and lid if juices have spattered there. Wait until the grill is entirely cool to empty out charcoal ashes or re-move grill rocks or burner parts, or do that chore the next time you get ready to cook.

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SD 62 Startup 7s (April 2014)by John Lyall

The SD 62 Startup 7s rugby tournament is set to go this spring, Friday April 4th with senior and junior high school boys, and Friday April 11th with middle school boys and girls. The opening tournament was such a success that we had to split the event into two days. This tournament was made possible through Colwood Rotary who through their 50-50 gains at the Americas Rugby Championship is creating exciting rugby op-portunities for youth through the Sooke School district and across BC. Schools from as far as Abbotsford are joining us for the day! Come on out and watch some youth rugby. If you would like to help on the day (healthy lunches!), please contact John Lyall at [email protected] addition to the SD 62 Startup 7s, Colwood Rotary and SD 62 Rugby are looking to implement and support high school (Belmont and EMCS) middle School girls and boys (Spencer, Dunsmuir, John Stubbs and Journey) and elementary schools (Sangster, David Cameron, Happy Valley, École Poirier and John Muir) through sponsored Rugby Canada athlete coach-ing visits and eight new rugby kits for elementary and middle school girls’ programs. Keep your ears open for a new rugby program, Rotary Ruggers coming in May, Tuesday – Thursdays 4:00 – 5:00 at Goudy field. This will be for U6 through U10 Ruggers aimed at fun and skills!

The Vancouver Island Thunder Team is set to Soar by John Lyall

The Thunder, a new Aboriginal youth rugby team, had their first session Saturday, March 8th at Goudy field under some West Coast sunshine. The Thunder plan spring training camps up and down the Island and look to participate in the Lang-ford 7s June 28th at Westhills and the International Youth 7s July 11-12th at UVic. Under the eye of national player and Nuu-chah-nuulth member Phil Mack, the Thunder has caught the eye of rugby fans and players on Vancouver Island, across Canada and around the world. Keep an eye on www.firstnationsrugby.com for more informa-tion if you would like to play, participate or learn more!Check www.firstnationsrugby.com.

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Belmont Football was proudly represented on the 2014 Team BC 36-man roster once again this year. Travelling to San

Antonio, Texas to represent our province and to be considered one of BC’s best was quite an honour for our graduating Bull-dog grade 12 athletes Tristen Forrish and Sam Varao. Sam was named a 2014 AAA Provincial All Star and both players were named Conference All Stars.

Team BC is led by head coach and offensive line coach Tom Kudaba from Terry Fox Ravens. Kudaba thought the biggest contribution Tristen made to the 2014 Team BC was his ability to play both offensive guard and tackle. The final group of Of-fensive Linemen that make the travel team have to be versatile since they travel with only six players for five positions. Tristen was able to play both spots, which gave him more playing time and allowed other players to get some breaks. Travel teams such as this one are not so much about "starters" but more about consistency and playing like a unit so Tristan fitted in very well in this aspect.

“The other point about Tristen that I admired was his work ethic over the past couple of years. I remember the first time I saw him and to be honest, he had a ways to go in order to make the team. When I saw him this year I certainly saw that he had im-proved to the point where he was now being considered for the final roster. What Tristen did (that so many others don't do) was go back to his personal program, set some goals and improve. I think he is at the point now where he can play after high school. The tools are there!” says Kudaba.

Defensive coordinator and linebackers coach Dino Geremia from Football BC regards Sam Varao as a throwback, smash mouth football player, and said this with high regard: “He does not always look pretty; however, he plays tough and finds ways to get it done and make plays. Sam represented BC well and lived up to being one of the best linebackers in the province." In regard to the experience the players get from playing for Team BC in San Antonio, Texas Youth All American Bowl coach Kudaba said, “Now that we have been at the San Antonio event for a couple of years I think we have established ourselves

with the organizers and staff. We are always going to be at the mercy of their agenda to a certain point but the positives vastly out-weigh the concerns people may have. The bottom line is that we have played a total of three competitive games there and are undefeated.” The ultimate goal is to have BC players make the televised East-West game and we are working our way towards that. San Anto-nio is a welcoming city and treats its guests well, so it is a great experience both culturally and competitively. Our players get exposure and that is the key. One of Belmont’s coaches and also the U18 Team BC Defen-sive Backs coach Alexis Sanschagrin beams, saying, “Belmont is extremely proud and excited about the increasing opportuni-ties its players are earning. Last February, grade 9 Dontae Bull travelled to Dallas, Texas and grade 12s Tristen Forrish and Sam Varao travelled to San Antonio, Texas in January, to represent their province at U15 and U18 competitions. Tristen has now committed to attend UBC next year, Sam is still exploring dif-ferent post-secondary possibilities while Dontae will continue to develop and contribute to the growth of Belmont for another three years. Their success is a product of their athletic abilities, their work ethic and their decision to take full advantage of the high-level training Belmont now offers both on and off the field. In the off-

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The arrival of March meant the arrival of playoff hockey for the British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL), and our

Victoria Grizzlies have made the post-season for yet another year. At the time this article was written, the Grizzlies had just pulled off a thrilling Game 7 victory to defeat the Alberni Valley Bulldogs in the first round of the BCHL Island Division play-offs! This first-round series versus the Bulldogs will be embed-ded in the memories of Grizzlies fans for years to come, as the Victoria squad overcame a seemingly insurmountable 3-1 series deficit by rattling off three straight wins (including a Game 7 win in double overtime) to complete the comeback and secure their spot in the second round.The playoffs began with Game 1 being held on March 4th in Victoria at the Q Centre (formerly Bear Mountain Arena), and the Grizzlies ran into a hot goaltender in the form of Bulldogs’ Connor LaCouvee right from the outset. While the Grizzlies pulled off the 3-0 victory in Game 1 on home-ice, they fell 6-3 to the Bulldogs the following night which evened the series at

one game apiece. The series then shifted to the Weyerhaeuser Arena in Port Al-berni, where the Bulldogs won the next two games 4-0 and 3-1 to extend their series lead. Facing elimination in Game 5, the Grizzlies pulled off a thrilling victory and finally managed to thwart LaCouvee in a 9-2 rout to keep their playoff hopes alive. Game 6 took the Grizzlies back to Port Alberni to play in front of the Bulldogs’ boisterous fan base, yet the boys showed that heart wins hockey games, as their stingy defence and superb goaltending from Nic Renyard resulted in a 3-1 victory and sent the tied series back to Victoria for Game 7. Game 7 was another brilliant demonstration of the resiliency of the Grizzlies players and coaching staff, as the Bulldogs, an-chored by LaCouvee in net, built a 4-1 lead heading into the third period. With time running down in the third, the Grizzlies ended up tying the game to keep their comeback hopes alive, and sent the game to sudden-death overtime. In the second pe-riod of OT, the Grizzlies finally buried one past LaCouvee to pull out the incredible series victory. The rivalry between the two skilled clubs resulted in an exciting brand of hockey for Grizzlies’ fans to watch, and the intensity generated from this series will surely carry over into next year. The Grizzlies now face the Powell River Kings in the second round, with Game 1 slated for Friday, March 14, 2014.

Victoria Grizzliesby Pat Wert

The Grizzlies salute their fans after winning the game February 8 against Coquitlam. Photo credit to Tony Burrows.


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The Grizzlies playoff berth was the result of yet another success-ful regular season, which saw our boys finish first in the Island Division, just ahead of Powell River, with an overall record of 37-15-3-3 (80 points). The Grizzlies received solid goaltending all season long from the tandem of Alec Dillon and Nic Ren-yard, while the talented Fitzgerald triplets, Myles, Gerry and Leo, helped carry the offensive load. Myles had a stellar regular season for the Grizzlies, finishing with a team-high 83 points, which left him tied for first overall in BCHL scoring, and re-sulted in him being named a 1st team BCHL All-Star. Gerry added 81 points of his own and was named a 2nd team BCHL All-Star, while Leo, who returned in January from a lengthy in-jury, contributed 15 points. The Grizzlies continued to show their support for cancer re-search and awareness throughout the month of February and into March, as the team wore their eye-catching pink jerseys for each February home game as part of the organization’s month-long “Pink in the Rink” campaign. The Grizzlies then gave away each player’s game-worn pink jersey through a “Donate to Win”

contest that was held during the month. The Grizzlies placed a designated sign-up table in the upper concourse of the arena, and created sign-up sheets for each player. In order to win a Grizzlies player’s pink jersey, fans made monetary donations to-wards a player of their choice, with all proceeds going towards BC cancer research. The contest ran until March 1st, at which point the fans who donated the most money towards each play-er were declared the winners. The winners were announced at our last home game versus the Cowichan Valley Capitals, and the fans received their respective jerseys from the players during an on-ice ceremony after the game. While the Grizzlies have certainly been a busy team on the ice during the latter part of the season, they never hesitate to give back to the Colwood and Langford communities. Whether the players hold autograph signings after home games or help out at various community events, the Grizzlies continually show that they are equally impressive off the ice as they are on it. While the 2013/14 season is winding down, there is still an opportunity to purchase season tickets for next year! For season ticket information or team-related news, please visit our Griz-zlies website at www.victoriagrizzlies.com, or call the Grizzlies office at (250) 385 1555.

Victoria Grizzlies wearing pink uniforms supporting cancer research. Photo credit to Tony Burrows.

Grizzlies Kevin Mackie beats Alberni’s Conor LaCouvee in Round 1, game 5 of the playoffs. Photo by Tony Burrows.


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Each spring Vancouver Island is treated to a feast for the senses as our stunning landscapes

reawaken and the colourful blossoms begin to appear. Spring is also the time of year when our

talented community begins a new season of cultural activities and events to delight and inspire.

The annual BLOOMshowcaseof fineartattheCoastCollectiveGalleryisrunninguntilApril13.This

year’sshowisbiggerandbetterthanever,includinganexcitingcollaborationbetweentheworkof

thefineartistsandtheVictoriaFlowerArrangers’Guild.TheGuildwillpairanumberof theover100

floral-themedworkswitharrangements inspiredby theart. It’soneof thegallery’smostpopular

annualexhibits,andwiththebeautifulgroundsandstunningbackdropof EsquimaltLagoon,it’sthe

perfectspringtimeculturaldestination(andbirders’paradise!).

According to gallery coordinator Carolyn Mohr, “The Coast Collective and Society for Arts on the South

Island are thrilled with the response to this year’s call. We have artists submitting work from as far

away as the Okanagan. It promises to be our best BLOOM ever!”

People travel to southern Vancouver Island from around the world to enjoy what our area has to

offer. They discover our wild places and amazing First Nations culture, along with the best of our

contemporary art and music scenes. Each year, cultural tourism generates almost $1 billion for the

BC economy, along with the priceless memories created with family and friends at music festivals,

concerts, dance performances and art shows.

To show the importance of the arts and culture to liveable communities and sustainable economies,

BC will be celebrating Arts & Culture Week from April 20 to 27.

On the West Shore, Arts & Culture Week will be celebrated Friday, April 25th with the Al Frescoes

PaintingGroupdoingwhattheydobest,paintingintheopenair(en plein air)atPacificLanding,home

of the Coast Collective Art Centre on Esquimalt Lagoon. Throughout the morning, artists from the well-

known painters group will spread out on the grounds to capture the beauty of the waterfront location.

Afterward, the artists will return to the gallery to talk about what they painted and discuss their latest

galleryexhibitof plein air paintings with interested members of the public. It’s a great opportunity

to watch artists in action in celebration of BC Arts & Culture!

Showcase Of Arts 2014Earlier in the month, the Juan de Fuca 55+ Activity Centre will be hosting their biennial Showcase of Art

on Saturday and Sunday, April 12 and 13. The show offers over 200 works by local artists and artisans,

including everything from painting, drawing, woodworking and photography, to quilting, weaving,

fabric art, sculpture, glass and lapidary. Artists will be in attendance and “How To” demonstrations

are scheduled throughout the weekend, including sessions on “How to Paint in the Chinese Manner.”

Plein air artist Jim McFarland in action at Witty’s Lagoon Regional Park. Photo by Ken Faulks.

Spring’s Glowing Light II by Bev Robertson, on exhibit at BLOOM 6.

Destination West Shore: Art In Bloomby Cindy Moyer

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Hourly door prizes, a chance to cast your vote for the

“People’s Choice Award” and delicious refreshments

round out this great community arts event that runs

Saturday, April 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday,

April 13 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the JDF 55+ Activity

Centre at 1767 Island Highway. It’s the centre’s major

fundraiser in support of the operation of the popular

facility where over 1,400 members take part in close

to 100 classes and activities each week! Almost 1,000

people attended their last show in Spring 2012.

Two Showcases Of Art By Young Emerging ArtistsIn May, the West Shore Arts Council in collaboration

withtheSocietyforArtsontheSouthIsland(SASI),

the Sooke School District, Royal Roads University,

the Royal Canadian Legion, What’s Up Magazine and

other great community sponsors will be celebrating

the talents of the region’s growing cohort of young

artists with two showcases of art by children and

youth.

Our Neighbourhood is theWest Shore’sfirstchildren’s art show, open to kids pre-kindergarten to

Grade6(seewww.westshorearts.org for details and

submission guidelines – applications to the show

are being accepted until April 17). The show takes

place at the Coast Collective Art Gallery May 7 to 18

(including a special meet-the-artists reception and

communitypicniconMothers’Day).

Changes is the annual showcase of student art

from the youth artists emerging from the Sooke

School District’s middle and high schools. This

showcase is part of the 19th annual Mothers’ Day

Paint-in and Craft Fair at Royal Roads University,

with generous venue sponsorship again coming

from the university. Young artists have been working

on their submissions for months. Over 200 district

students are expected to take part in the show

running Saturday and Sunday, May 10 and 11 on the

Quarterdeck in the Grant Building at RRU. For more

information, please visit www.westshorearts.org

Gallery Exhibitions & Artist Calls ForEntry

Coast Collective Arts Centre

Operatedbythenot-for-profitSocietyforArtsonthe

SouthIsland(SASI).

3221 Heatherbell Road, Colwood, BC

Open Wednesday – Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.

www.coastcollective.ca; 250.391.5522

April&May2014ArtExhibitsMarch 26 to April 13 – BLOOM 6

Meet the Artists reception Saturday, March 29, 2-4

p.m.

April 16 to May 4 – AL FRESCOES Painters of

Victoria Group Show

Meet the Artists reception Saturday, April 19, 2-4 p.m.

May 7 to 18 – OUR NEIGHBOURHOOD

Children’s Art Show

Meet the Artists reception on Mother’s Day, Sunday,

May 11, 2-4 p.m.

May 21 to June 8 – Our EARTH

Meet the Artists reception Saturday, May 24, 2-4 p.m.

Open Calls for ArtistsOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD

An art exhibit for work by children aged pre-

kindergarten to grade 6.

Apply by April 17

OUR EARTH – What do those words inspire?

Apply by May 1

SXWAMALES (Lkwungen for “Gifts from Our

Ancestors”)

CALL FOR FESTIVAL

VOLUNTEERSDuring the BC Day August long weekend, performing artists and groups from across our community will converge on Westhills Stadium for the BC Day Performing Arts Festival. This great family-friendly cultural event will feature artists of all ages involved in dance, musical theatre, orchestra, small ensemble and choral presentations. In addition to the dynamic stage performances, festival-goers will enjoy a variety of buskers roaming the lakeside

venue throughout the day.

If you love people and helping to create great community moments, become part of the team that will make this community cultural event a success. Volunteers are needed in categories ranging from artist coordination to site clean up and stage management. Learn more about these important volunteer and festival sponsorship opportunities from West Shore Arts Council Director and Festival Coordinator Laura Davis at laura@

westshoreperformingarts.ca

The festival is a partnership between the City of Langford, West Shore Arts Council and Westhills Development Corporation, with support from

artsVest British Columbia.

This watercolour by Lesley Brennand is featured at the JDF 55+ SHOWCASE of ART, taking place April 12 and 13.

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Showcase of First Nations Art of the Northwest Coast – Apply by May 15

APPETITE FOR ART

What whets your appetite in the summertime? Apply by June 5

Visit www.coastcollective.ca for submission details on these shows and others.

If the performing arts are more your speed, there’s plenty on tap for you, too.

CAFÉ SUITE VII

Each April, the Westshore Community Concert Band presents their Café Suite, an

“evening to have fun by,” conducted by Mike Dominy. The event raises funds in

support of the band’s annual schedule public performances. It’s a cabaret-style

evening where people of all ages come together, enjoy some great music, delicious

refreshments,doorprizesandaterrificsilentauction–allforagreatcause.The

annual event is usually sold out! This year’s Café Suite takes place on April 12 at

the Forge Church, 2612 Sooke Road, starting at 7 p.m.Tickets are $12/person and

available from band members or at the door. Call Marg Eagle at 250.478.1579 for

more information or visit www.westshoreband.org

Highlands Folk Coffee House Take time on the 2nd Saturday of the month to enjoy some great local folk music

at historic Caleb Pike House, 1589 Millstream Road, Highlands. Doors open at 7

p.m. and entertainment starts at 7:30 p.m. There’s even an “open mic” to kick off

the night.

Saturday, April 12~BijouxduBayou

Saturday, May 10 ~ Kelly Cavanagh & Company as well as the Highlands

Children & Youth Coffee House featuring talented emerging artists from the local

community.

For more information on the Highlands Folk Coffee House, please contact Event

Coordinator Zhinoos Armstrong at [email protected] or call 778.678.2409.

West Shore Jazz Vespers

Sunday, April 20, 7 p.m.

FeaturingtheBrookeMaxwellGroup

Sunday, May 16, 7 p.m.

FeaturingBRISHEN(GypsyJazz)

BRISHEN recreates the magic of Django Reinhardt, Stephane Grappelli and the

Hot Club de France for an unforgettable musical experience. You’ll be wowed

with sizzling hot, world-class Gypsy Jazz music performed with incredible virtuosity

and soul.

BRISHEN is fronted by seventeen-year-old guitarist Quinn Bachand, one of

Canada’smostexceptionalyoungmusicians,andviolinistRichardMoody,aveteran

of the Canadian folk music scene. Although Quinn and Richard are active in their

separate music projects, both share a passion for Gypsy Jazz and have teamed up

toformthisexceptionalensemblethatalsofeaturesReubenWieronrhythmguitar

and vocals and island jazz stalwart Joey Smith on upright bass.

West Shore Jazz Vespers takes place the 3rd Sunday of the month at Colwood’s

Anglican

Church of the Advent, 510 Mount View Road, Colwood – Free Will Offering

www.colwoodanglican.ca

Destination West Shore is compiled by the West Shore Arts Council

www.westshorearts.org

BRISHEN Gypsy Jazz performs May 16 at WestShore Jazz Vespers.

You Make Me Blush by Pauline Dueck, part of this year’s BLOOM show at the Coast Collective.

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The City of Langford has garnered national attention for its efforts to reduce red tape and streamline business practices.

Mayor Stew Young and Council recently received the prestigious 2014 Golden Scissors Award from the Canadian Federation of Independent Businesses. The award, which acknowledges inno-vative ways to reduce red tape for small businesses, was awarded in recognition of Langford’s decision to issue permanent busi-ness licenses that do not have to be renewed annually.”This little City has shown how easy and effective it can be by simply making business licenses permanent,“ the CFIB noted in a press release. “Requiring annual renewal of business licenses is a source of revenue for local governments but adds needless costs and paperwork for small business owners. Now the CFIB and others are challenging municipal councils across Canada to

follow Langford’s lead.” Mayor Young said Council made the decision to reduce the small annual cost for small businesses because it had no real benefit and required a lot of time and paperwork. “This will help small businesses and enable City staff to use their time more ef-fectively,” Mayor Young added.Langford previously received a CFIB Golden Scissors Honour-able Mention in 2012 for helping create a regional business li-cense system that was adopted by 13 municipalities in the Capi-tal Regional District.

Langford Leads the Way With National AwardMike Klassen, CFIB Director of Provincial Affairs for B.C., presents Mayor Young with the 2014 Golden Scissors Award

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Hello WestShore residents,

As a passionate real estate professional work-ing primarily in the WestShore, I am excited about sharing my views and enthusiasm on the Real Estate market in our growing com-munity. Each month, I will update residents on the latest sales, average home prices and

provide advice for selling your home.

Spring has sprung all over greater Victoria! The arrival of spring means blooming flowers, longer days, more sunshine and yes, more properties on the market. This spring is no exception; total sales in February amounted to 412 sales, which is up from the previous year by 4.6% and is a 27.2% increase over the 324 sales reported to the Vic-toria Real Estate Board (VREB) in January 2014 (see info-graphic below). Every month brings new challenges and opportunities in the market and I’m looking forward to sharing these with our readers.

If you would like more information, please con-tact me Brad Maclaren at [email protected] or 250-727-5448. Follow me on Twitter @

https://twitter.com/bradmaclaren.

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April / May EventsApril 1Hope in ActionThis event is a Swab Drive for the purpose of recruiting donors to the Canadian and International Registry. This Swab Drive will take place from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m in the Fisher Building foyer.

April 6-12National Volunteer WeekRecognize, celebrate and thank Canada’s 13.3 million volunteers. Volunteers strengthen our com-munities and make our country vibrant. The Right Honourable Da-vid Johnston, Governor General of Canada, calls Canada “a smart and caring nation.” It’s our dedica-tion to community involvement that has given us that reputation at home and around the globe.

April 8 - June 26Bloomin’ Beautiful Home and Gar-den ContestHelp Esquimalt Shine for your chance to WIN once again this year with Esquimalt’s Bloomin’ Beautiful Home and Garden Contest! Residents, organizations and businesses are encouraged to beautify their home and gardens for their chance to win some amaz-ing prizes. Submit your entry form April 8th-May 19th April 8BikeJam 20149 a.m. – 4 p.m.JDF LOWER FIELDSwww.lowerislandschoolsports.caFREE

April 11 -13 Victoria Kids Consignment Eagleridge Community Centre

April 12Metchosin Hall Spring Fling Arts & Crafts Show10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Work from local artists, one of a kind gift ideas and good cheer. Free admission, wheelchair acces-sible. For info call Janet at 250-478-5066 or email [email protected]

April 12 – 13 Show Case of Art ShowSat 10 a.m. – 4 p.mm & Sun 10 a.m. – 3 p.mmJuan De Fuca 55+ Activity Centrewww.jdfseniors.shawbiz.caAdmission by Donation

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April 18 -19 Rugby Canada Womens Pro Am Cup Westhills Stadium

April 20 Annual Easter Egg Hunt Eagleridge Community Centre

April 22Earth Day10 a.m. - 2 p.m.Celebrate Earth Day by Volunteer-ing at Highrock ParkCelebrate Earth Day by volunteer-ing in an invasive species removal, habitat planting and park clean-up project in Highrock Park.

April 25 – 27 Victoria Home & Garden ShowJDF RECREATION CENTRE, CURL-ING RINK and The Q Centrewww.homeshowtime.com$6.00 General Admission

April 26Esquimalt’s Gigantic Garage Sale Archie Browning Sports CentreAdmission is free to the public. 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Book early to avoid disappoint-ment! This event does not include wholesale or retail vendors. Doors

open to the public at 9:00 a.m. No early birds please. Call 250-412-8500 to book a table. Prices are $20/table, $32/2 tables, $45/3 tables or $54/4 tables.

May 102014 Move For Health DayAs a participant in Move For Health Day, Esquimalt Parks and Recreation will be offering drop-in admissions of $2.00 on Saturday, May 10th. Move For Health Day is an international event created in 2002 by the World Health Organi-zation to promote physical activity.Esquimalt Recreation Centre, 527 Fraser Street. 5:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Please click here for your pre-ferred drop in schedule.

May 3 Sooke Rotary Auction & Spring Fair SEAPARC Arena at 2168 Phillips RdRotary Club in SookeEmail: [email protected]

May 17 - 18151st Annual Victoria Highland Games & Celtic FestivalTopaz ParkDetails can be found at: http://victoriahighlandgames.com

May 22 - May 252014 Swiftsure International Yacht RaceSee http://2014.swiftsure.org/ for details

May 25Esquimalt Cycling FestivalPowered by community spirit the 1st Annual Esquimalt Bike Festival will inspire you to get on your bike just in time for Bike to Work Week. 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Archie Browning Sports Centre, 1151 Esquimalt Road. FREE.

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April 2014HOROSCOPES |to love. There’s a good chance of finding a kindred spirit this month but check expectations. If you ask for too much initially, you may appear needy.

LeoJuly 23 to August 22Leos need little coaxing to enjoy life – it’s what you do best. That’s what April seems to be all about: good old-fashioned fun and luck. Standby for a radiant social life, as relationships look set to flourish. After the 21st, try to balance your work and personal life. A fated attraction could help your career. This vibrant month includes the possibility of travel.

VirgoAugust 23 to September 22April looks set to spark some fiery debates. Little can be left to chance, with money matters proving a major source of uncertainty. You’ll have to think on your feet as each new financial twist unfolds. Love isn’t about to lay its cards on the table either. Someone’s got a secret, which could be held against you. Get to the bottom of it any way you can.

LibraSeptember 23 to October 22If you’ve been willing to settle for second best recently, the situation’s about to change. Let independence be your driving force – you’re tired of pandering to others’ egos. The Libran new moon on the 17th encourages new schemes. Although the pressure may be on to merge your resources, take nothing on trust. Use your intuition and don’t rush decisions. Be certain that what’s on offer is what will be delivered.

ScorpioOctober 23 to November 21So, you’ve managed to harness some of the wilder ambitious qualities? This means lucrative times ahead. If you’re on a career path, push it for all it’s worth. Financial prospects look bright and an uncharacteristic penchant for speculation should show some great returns. The same can be said for your love life. Couples should forgive past misgivings; don’t be afraid to express your

emotions.

SagittariusNovember 22 to December 21Sagittarians are smitten with the unusual and they delight in being special. Therein lies the rub for if you value your distinctive character, you should respect everyone else’s. The question of responsibility versus freedom may crop up. But if you mistake commitment for chains, you could find yourself permanently footloose and fancy-free. If that’s what you want, fine. Otherwise, try a more conciliatory approach.

CapricornDecember 22 to January 19Life gets a nudge in the right direction but it’s up to you to go with your instincts. Family matters look set to improve, partly due to your better handling. Reviewing work priorities could create more time for play and that’s what you need. To get the best from the month, leave work out of sight and mind, even if only for a few days. Thankfully, you’ve been given planetary permission to do just that.

AquariusJanuary 20 to February 18The Sun is busy stirring up communications, meaning more phone calls, emails and meetings are likely, with plenty of paperwork thrown in for good measure. Early in April, Mercury introduces some twists in financial matters, while Venus gives your love life a push. You’re usually suspicious of the unexpected, but what’s on offer could be too good to refuse. Take a stroll off the beaten track.

PiscesFebruary 19 to March 20Sometimes it’s hard to stay motivated. Even so, it doesn’t hurt to tally up your talents especially when you have moments of doubt. You know your true potential and now’s not the time to downplay it. There’s a financial flavour to the month with enough interested forces to feel optimistic. Venus and Mercury are confident and the Sun offers extra cash flow.

AriesMarch 21 to April 20 Tetchy passions race unchecked and that’s not a pretty sight; hence this month’s low tolerance for the “nonsense factor.” In your defence, though, work wants doing and needs to be tackled ambitiously and seriously. You’ve suffered enough setbacks lately and others’ incompetence only gets you more riled but a touch of patience wouldn’t hurt. You’re a born leader who makes the best of any team effort. People look to you for direction, so get out there and rule but do it with style! Around the 29th, a heavy-handed solar eclipse puts extra pressure on any partnerships in that “do or die” phase. You’re ready to strip down to the bare essentials and start your birthday year less cluttered. Still, this doesn’t rule out flirtatious behaviour. Play nice.

TaurusApril 21 to May 20The Sun stalls in your sector of subconscious just long enough for you to take a break. A time-out is called for. Watch, too, for the chance to make the best of your creativity. Being with the right people at the right time can make all the difference. After the 6th, Venus introduces a new friendship or romance. If it’s someone older, a deep and lasting fascination seems likely.

GeminiMay 21 to June 21The Gemini ideal is a world of unencumbered fun yet somehow the best of us can become entangled in life’s complex web. Success could be yours but it may be at another’s expense. If this makes you feel uncomfortable, allow other struggling souls some leeway. The favour will be returned later, with interest. Your love life looks less complicated but be prepared for surprising visits or events.

CancerJune 22 to July 22April is a perfect time for turning dreams into reality, with a surge of activity energising your chart after the 8th. Newly acquired skills encourage originality and a boost in professional status. Don’t be put off by any financial hiccups. A similar rule applies


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HOROSCOPES |a willingness to leave egos at the door – a big demand for kingly Leos. A simplified love life could help to lessen stress. Choose to play the field thoughtlessly and you may get caught out.

VirgoAugust 23 to September 22Even the greatest thinkers sometimes need reality checks, and May serves as a leveller of your more ambitious schemes. Sure, your dreams are attainable, but only if they conform to the realms of possibility. You shouldn’t ignore other solutions; be prepared to consider any viable options on offer. Indeed, being in the right place and making the right contacts are important ingredients for current success.

LibraSeptember 23 to October 22Feisty Mars moves forward in your sign, with no intention of straying until the end of July. You’ll need to adjust to having this demanding disciplinarian breathing down your neck. Expect something of an overhaul of self-image or personal affairs. This might be unwelcome if you’re happy with your present situation. The upside is that you’ll emerge more capable and refined. Celebrate the change.

ScorpioOctober 23 to November 21The Full Moon in your sign on the 15th tears up all the good-behaviour treaties you’ve put your name to over the years. Maybe your temper is unleashed in the heat of the moment or you’ve finally decided to voice niggling worries. Trouble is, it’s well past the calm before the storm. Daily routine could become a tad choppy.

SagittariusNovember 22 to December 21The trouble with seeing the bigger picture is that Sagittarians often skip the finer details. Thinking big is great but some ideas need blood, sweat and tears to get off the ground. Some projects may not prove immediately successful. This needn’t ruin an otherwise delightful month. Despite a rocky start, celebrations look likely. Should romance call,

make time for play. CapricornDecember 22 to January 19Although this is a period of waiting, there’s plenty to look forward to and you’ve good cause to believe things will turn out well. Work within the limits placed on you but exploit new opportunities. Expect a busier social life after the 20th. Sexy Venus offers singles carefree pleasure. For couples, love could take an unexpected yet delightful turn.

AquariusJanuary 20 to February 18Aquarians prefer their lives uncluttered. It’s unfortunate, then, that May looks a tad messy especially in affairs of the heart. Perhaps there’s another partner in the mix or a complication may have been buried under the blankets. Singles would be wise to set up a no-touch zone until you’re sure your prospective lover isn’t already committed. Finances, though, look prosperous.

PiscesFebruary 19 to March 20While all is not lost, something might be. Your mind is drawn in many directions and it can be difficult to keep an eye on everything, especially finances. It’s been said that many hands make light work but some of them can be attached to highly opinionated individuals. If someone’s complicating a situation, go solo. Soon after, pleasure calls.

AriesMarch 21 to April 20 Venus whispers temptations but a wise Aries should choose to ignore her. It’s not romance that’s on her mind. This pleasure-seeking planet seems more in the mood to shop, with you footing the bill. As much as we all need the occasional treat, save rather than spend. Capital is best left to accumulate now. Lavish time on loved ones instead.

TaurusApril 21 to May 20This year gives most Taureans little cause for complaint, in contrast with last year’s madness. Initially, we find Mars busily organising your work schedule. More personal issues rule through July and August. In the meantime, Jupiter reaffirms your right to prestige and prosperity, even though some outstanding issues may need addressing. For starters, overdue projects and drawn-out debts require attention but if you find finances are stretched, don’t assume the worst. Much good can come from being challenged. One warning: professional rivals could be troublesome. Come September, it’s compassion that you feel. What’s more, you’re introduced to similar souls who are championing similar causes and this melding of minds could prove the catalyst to romantic attraction. Meanwhile this month, passions wait in the shadows after the 3rd: stay discreet.

GeminiMay 21 to June 21Some months aren’t as straightforward as others, as the next few weeks may prove. But most stress can be minimised with the right attitude. If the cosmos invites you to slow down, try to oblige. Think of May as a bit of a reality check, not a life sentence. Life may be quieter, but you’re still noticed. By month’s end, professional success draws closer.

CancerJune 22 to July 22Stress threatens to trip your overload switch, so slow down and let the pressure ease. Let friendships take priority over professional ambitions. There will always be commitments to worry about but you should be rediscovering the art of play. Others are trying to show you their love, so return the favour. Fortunately, there should be plenty of social and romantic diversions to choose from.

LeoJuly 23 to August 22Team effort can be an amazing advantage. When you pool professional resources and talents you can achieve more than you would alone. Still, working well with others requires

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PUZZLES Dear Clair...what’s up


Dear Clair,My husband works in the navy and always has his uniforms to wash and dry and iron. I told him when we got married that I DO NOT IRON, ever, under any circumstances. In fact, I specifically pur-chase all my own clothes based on the fact that they do not need to be ironed or dry-cleaned. If the tag says iron, I put it back no matter how cute the piece. So when we married I said, “Your uniforms are your responsibility.” He did fine for years until recently. He keeps leaving them hung up in the laundry room after they come out of the dryer and then the night before he needs them, goes to work on the car, or the yard, or something else that needs to get done in the house, and asks if I can iron his shirt or pants for the next day. At first, I did it knowing that what he was working on was equally important to the running of the house as his own job. Now it seems as though he does it all the time. He wears one uniform for a couple days so that is good but every couple of days he is making up some excuse as to why he can’t iron it. I don’t want to iron his clothes. I know that seems selfish and petty of me but they are his clothes. I hate ironing and he knows it. I joked about putting it into our vows for crying out loud. How do I get him to understand my deep hatred of this household task?

Fed up and Frustrated

Dear Fed up,I hear ya sister. Amen to no ironing. It is not my favourite task either. I think you made it pretty clear in the beginning that you did not want to be responsible for this one small task in the household. He seems to have forgotten this discussion. Your best bet is to make sure it is crystal clear that you are not going to be doing his ironing anymore. You can still do this in a gentle loving manner. Don’t wait till the next time he asks you to do the ironing for him. This will only put you in an angry state of mind and then the yelling starts. He is defending his jobs around the house and you are defending yours. Instead, one night after dinner, get him a cup of hot cocoa, go sit on the porch in the cool night air and have a discussion. Start by talking about how you met, how he proposed, how happy you were. Talk about how you wrote your vows, or chose your wedding theme and that sort of thing. Then bring into the conversation how you joked about putting a no-ironing clause into the vows. Then discuss how you are getting a bit frustrated with him always leaving his ironing to the last minute and then finding something else to do and asking you to do it for him. Let him know that although at first it was okay for that one time, stress to him how much you truly hate this job. Don’t be afraid to explain how you choose your own clothes so that particular feature is not needed. What you want to try to keep out of the conversation is accusations about him not helping around the house or listing off all the other things you do around the house. If he starts in on what he does around the house, stop the conversation. Let him know that it has nothing to do with him doing less or more than you. It has to do with an agreement you brought to the negotiation table during your engagement. He agreed then and now he is going back on that agreement by asking you to do his ironing.

After this conversation, let him know also of this handy tip for the non-ironing person in your home. Put the item you wish to have wrin-kle free in the dryer with a wet face cloth. Turn on hot for a few min-utes. Pull out the offending wrinkled garment and hang immediately. It will be wrinkle free. The key is to not let the item sit in the dryer for any length of time after it stops or the wrinkles will quickly come back. There may be a few little wrinkles to get out still but it should be pretty easy.

Wrinkly yours,Clair

Dear Clair,My kids are spending the majority of their time in their rooms on their iPod or playing video games. I just want them to get outside and play, or read, or play games with each other. How do I make this happen?

Screen mom

Dear Screen Mom,Children do need to limit their screen time for sure. You are on the right track in wanting change but you have to realize children will not police themselves. You are the parent so you need to set limits. Start slowly because it is like taking away a lifeline that they feel they cannot live without. You could start by defining what you consider screen time. Does it include TV? If you want them to go outside or play more interactively then I would say yes it does. Anything with a screen promotes inactiv-ity. Let them know you are now implementing a new rule for your house. They are limited to only one hour of screen time per day during the week and only three hours not consecutively on the weekends. You can change those numbers as you see fit. Or lower them over time. It will be hard for them at first. They won’t know what to do. You can introduce them to all their other toys in their room again. Get some board games. Show them how to play cards with each other. Take their bikes to the bike shop to get them tuned up. Get them to help with dinner preparation. Take the whole family on a walk after dinner. Talk about how it helps aid digestion and get them some much-needed fresh air. There is a funny commercial on by Participaction that has two boys talking about going outside but they are not sure what this “outside” is. It is true that youth today do not get outside half as much as we used to as children. Dawn to dusk, if there was light in the sky and it wasn’t a mealtime, we were not allowed indoors. I remember my mom actually shooing us out of the house with a broom once. But you have to shoo them out. Unplug, hide or just turn off whatever it is they are playing with and move them to the door. It will take some adjusting but soon they will find the joy in imagination and play.

SincerelyClair


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Dear Buster, I am just a puppy and I have just come to my forever home. I am very, very scared as I just left my mommy and my brothers and sisters. Every time my new people talk to me or trip over me I piddle on the floor. Also, I tend to get excited easily and forget to ask to go outside. The people have put paper down but they don't change it and it smells funny and I don't like to go on it. I am just a baby still and I need posi-tive reinforcement to help me remember. My people have a little person so I am sure they did the same thing with their little person learning to use the white loud water bowl in the bath-room. How do I get them to remember to take me outside many times a day and encourage

me to pee and give me treats when I do it right? I'm afraid they will not like me and take me back. As much as I miss my mommy and siblings, I do love my forever home too and I really am trying hard. SincerelyWorried and Piddlin Dear Piddlin, Don't be ashamed of your accidents little one. Every dog has had this problem in their lifetime. Some more than others de-pending on how their owners trained them. When I was just a pup, many, many years ago, I had the good fortune to have an excellent person who understood how to teach me where to go to the bathroom. At first it must have been tiring for her as she took me out a dozen times a day. Each time she would take me to the same area of the yard, near the back and away from walking traffic and the children's play area. Here she would keep me on my leash and tell me to "Do my Business". She would say it a couple times then just wait. When I did have a pee, as I was peeing, she would say it again "Do your busi-ness". I came to realize, when she said that, it was my time to have a pee.

Over time, my person lessened the amount of times I would go outside. She knew as a little puppy that I needed to go out many times and could not hold it for longer than a couple hours. But as I grew a bit bigger she would make the time between going outside a bit longer. Soon, I was just going out once after breakfast, once when she got home from work, once after dinner and then one last time before bed. Because she always took me to the same spot in the yard on my leash, even when I was not on my leash and she was not with me, I knew she wanted me to go there. It worked well as I was away from the children and made it much easier for her to clean up after. Also during this time, my person was understanding that accidents do happen and did not get angry with me when I had one in the house waiting for her to get home. I hope your new people will read this and understand the need for proper training. If they don't train you correctly you could develop even more anxiety than you already have from your new move, and start having accidents just because you are excited when they get home or if they get angry and yell at you. It is hard when you are a puppy and trust that you love your new people as much as you can. Try and show your people what you need and try your best to remember to go to the door if you have to go outside. Good luckBuster

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