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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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THREE HOME SECTIONALS COMING UPTenors May 24th Basses May 28th & Sopranos June 1st
Details in the OPPORTUNITIES TO SING section
SOUNDINGS IN CONCERT TONIGHT +May 24, 8:00 pm, Oak Bay United & May 25, 2:30, St Mary's, Saanichton
Details in the COMMUNITY EVENTS section
GRANDMOTHERS FOR AFRICA SWATJune 7, 9:40 am to 10:15
SWAT Details in the OPPORTUNITIES TO SING sectionEvent details in the COMMUNITY EVENTS section
WORLD REFUGEE DAY SWATSaturday June 21. Please mark the date
Details in the OPPORTUNITIES TO SING section
CHOIR PICNIC AND “ALL BATTERS CAN HIT” SOFTBALLJune 22nd in Beacon Hill Park
Stay tuned for details
POWER OF HOPE CAMP REGISTRATION NOW OPEN Camp Dates - July 7 – 14 and July 17-24) - Cortes Island
Details in the COMMUNITY EVENTS section
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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.
KAPASSENI VIDEO NIGHTSHosted by Jim Hackler GHC Monday Tenor
Join other choir members to check out these videos.Get some insight about why we have been supporting projects in Mozambique for 16 year.
Learn about how it started in 1999 and what the results were by 2011All that and probably some singing as well!
These showings are for people from Jim’s neighbourhood and any GHC Members who would like to be there
Both showings will be at:
Rosebank Gardens, 1485 Garnet Road Garnet runs parallel to McKenzie on the opposite side of the Nellie McClung Library one block South. Rosebank Gardens is the three story building to the left in the cul-de-sac through the two pillars. (Map)
Journey to Kapasseni, Saturday, May 24, 7:30 PM (re-scheduled date)
In the late 1990s Joseph and Perpetua Alfazema (two Mozambican refugees who were recent Canadian citizens) returned to Africa to visit their home village of Kapasseni. There, they heard a plea from the village chief, who asked for help in rebuilding a school for the village children. Upon returning to their adopted homeland, Joseph and Perpetua Alfazema organized a successful grass-roots fundraising effort to breathe new life into the village. They allied themselves with the Victoria Gettin’ Higher Choir, which to this day, continues to raise money Kapasseni and other projects.
Joined by several friends, Joseph and Perpetua then went back to Mozambique in the summer of 1999 with a truck laden with supplies for the village. They embarked on a treacherous trip over rough roads and mine-laden countryside. Among the entourage were Shivon Robinsong, founding director of the
Getting’ Higher Choir and Ben Fox, videographer. With their help the villagers built a school..
Return to Kapasseni, Wednesday, May 28, 7:30 PM
Eleven years later, Shivon Robinsong (founder and co-director of the Getting’ Higher Choir) returns to Kapasseni. Did anything change? Have the funds raised by the Getting’ Higher Choir made a difference?
Following the 20 minute documentary, if enough of us choir members are there we will sing some of our African songs and, after the singing, Shivon will take questions about Kapasseni. There may be coffee, tea, and cookies.
If you are coming to sing, email your name and S A T or B to Shivon [email protected] with a cc: to Jim Hackler at [email protected]. The numbers will influence what we sing.
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OPPORTUNITIES TO SINGGHC SWAT SCHEDULE
"Stride To Turn The Tide" GRANDMOTHERS FOR AFRICA SWAT
Benefit for African Grandmothers through the Stephen Lewis Foundation.
This will be our 5th year singing at this event.
Saturday, June 7.
Meet at Centennial Square, by City Hall, (Douglas & Pandora) at 9:40 for warm up. We sing at 10:00.
Repertoire will inlcude NKosi Sikeleli Afrika, Gabi Gabi, Asimbonanga, Shona Malanga, and others.
Choir members who participate in the SWAT are welcome to join the Walk for free. Please wear your African scarf, if you have one.
COWICHAN BAND SWAT ~ Thursday May 29TH 4:30 - 6:45
I am sorry to say, I have had to cancel our participation in the Cowichan SWAT on May 29.
I had less than a full handful of volunteers, and given the time frame - and the prospect of being caught up in rush hour traffic - I completely understand.
Also, I have realized that with just 3 weeks to go 'til concert time, I can't risk getting back late that night for choir. We think that one of our sister choirs in Duncan can answer Ron George's request for singers for the event.
To those who did sign up, thank you for your willingness!
~ Shivon
WORLD REFUGEE DAY SWAT
Saturday June 21. Please mark the date
The event is from noon - 4pm. We sing at 1:30
Stay tuned for details.
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HOME SECTIONAL SCHEDULEWould you like to host one? Contact Bill (250-920-4160 or [email protected])
Sopranos @ Laureen’s ~ June 1st
i will have a soprano sectional June 1 sunday 3pm - 5pm1840 Crescent Road in Gonzales Bay250 598 2261
Submitted by Laureen Belland
Tenors @ Syd’s ~ May 24th
I am hosting a tenor home sectional from 3:00 to 4:30 pm on Saturday, May 24th and Shivon will be there to lead us. For those who would like to socialize after singing we'll have an early pot luck dinner. Bring your favorite tipple. Our address is 1335 Roy Rd. Please DO NOT rely on GPS as it is will take you on a wild goose chase. If you are travelling north on Interurban, take the second left after Wilkinson onto Roy. Roy Rd crosses over North Rd in a dog leg fashion. Follow Roy to a turn around where you will find our gravel drive. Bus routes 22, 21, 8 and 39 stop a few blocks from here. You can contact me at 250 384-7823 or [email protected] for more information.
Submitted by Syd Varley Monday Tenor
Basses @ Bills ~ May 28th
I will be hosting a home sectional for all Basses from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. on May 28th and Denis will be there to lead us. When the time comes the more of us there are the better it will be.
Beverages of choice and snacks to share are welcome. The practice will be followed by a social gathering for those feeling social.
77 Gorge Rd. West, (at Wascana across from Wings Restaurant). Follow the signs from the gate. There is visitor parking to the left as you enter the property and around the big tree at the bottom of the driveway. If you are busing the # 8 and #11 stop near our driveway.
Map: http://www.crucible.ca/home77.jpg
For further information or answers to your questions please contact me at 250-920-4160 (8 to 8) or at [email protected]
Submitted by: Bill Hanson, multi-night rotating Bass
Multi-Harmony Cross Sectional @ Jackie’s ~ May 30th
Dear GHC Friends,
I will be hosting a cross-sectional get together at my home and can accommodate approximately 30 singers (about 7 from each section). Denis has kindly offered to be there and lend us his musical expertise!
Date: Friday, May 30, 2014
Time: 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. (approx.)
Place: Gordon Head Road and Henderson Road area across from UVIC. (Lots of parking across the street from the houses. No parking on same side as houses).
RSVP for the address if you would like to attend either to my e-mail [email protected] or phone 250-590-7558 and leave your name and your section.
After dinner nibbles will be welcome if you are able. I will provide cold drinks.
Musical Hugs, Jackie Kyle-Kelly
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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 between 7 and 8 pm on Wednesday, June 18, with a second rehearsal (if necessary) at the same time the next Tuesday, June 24. 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 18 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]
APPRECIATIONSAPPRECIATING KIM
At the UVic SWAT on Tuesday I was, once again, reminded how much I appreciate our When I Sing soloist Kim Willoughby. I don’t hear her singing anywhere near as much as I would like to.
I also appreciate the community and entrepreneurial spirit she demonstrates as owner manager of James Bay Coffee & Books. I recommend that you check out some of the activities there that will find listed in the Community Events section below and/or on her web site. It’s a great spot to read a book over a beverage of choice, visit with a friend, join in a game night or enjoy some excellent music.
Submitted by Bill Hanson GHC Bass etc.
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For me, singing sad songs often has a way of healing a situation. It gets the hurt out in the open into the light, out of the darkness.
Reba McEntire
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COMMUNITY NETWORKINGVOLUNTEERS AND BILLETS NEEDED FOR LATIN MUSIC FESTIVAL AUGUST 1-3
If you would like to get to know some visiting artists from the US, Vancouver or Montreal for a local festival run by a nonprofit arts society please contact June Waters, [email protected], 778 432-0112. Requirements; provide a bed (not meals) and be okay with performers coming in late. Concert tickets to Trio Garufa (San Francisco) with the Emily Carr String Quartet (Victoria) at the Alix Goolden Hall August 2nd and/or other concerts will be provided for billeting/volunteering.
Submitted by June Waters, GHC Alto (on hiatus for this session)
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WANTED: SUMMER CHOIR SUGGESTIONS
Robert Mungall and I would like to continue attending a daytime (not morning) choir over the summer while High Noon is not in session. We would hope that the songs would -- like High Noon -- be fairly simple to learn, and have the same kind of semi-spiritual bent to them. If anyone is aware of such a choir that would welcome summer-only singers, Robert and I would appreciate having contact information about it.
Submitted by Pashta MaryMoon (ex GHC tenor, now HNC tenor) and Robert Mungall (HNC tenor)
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INDIGENOUS YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP FUND We are seeking funds to support indigenous youth participation at the Unis'tot'en camp in northern B.C. The camp is blocking entry to oil/gas pipelines development. Participants learn first-hand about Wet'suwet'en traditional culture and community-building skills that have been developed through resistance to industrial exploitation. Our vision is that the youth return home empowered with new skills, knowledge and strengthened sense of purpose to benefit their own community's cultural renewal. Information and online donation at www.wildcoast.ca/sponsoror mail to VIC Forest Action Network c/o UBP Law816-1175 Douglas StVictoria BC V8W 2E1(On Memo line - Indigenous Youth Sponsorship) Submitted by Helen Durie HNC Soprano
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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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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!!! I will be asking for coffee orders during choir and can collect bottles on a Monday night. We start training in March 3 days a week - Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. So I won't be able to time travel.
If you have any bottles or want to order coffee or are interested in attending the Oodles of Noodles dinner/dance please email me at:
Laura Cook Monday/Tuesday Soprano
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LEVEL 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
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ENGLISH 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
SERVING EACH OTHERQUALITY OF LIFE FACILITATOR: FOR ADULTS WHO LACK INDEPENDENCE
For adults who lack independence due to physical, emotional or cognitive challenges. I take people out for 1 ½ hours or more by car, by foot, or by wheelchair or walker. Together we do activities in nature, music & the arts, tailored to the interests and abilities of the participant. One client living with dementia tells me that I “make his life worth living!” and that makes MY day!
Contact [email protected] or 778-977-5394 for details.
References available from people within the choir community.
Submitted by Mary Burcher GHC Tuesday Soprano/Alto
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ENERGY WORK
To fulfill a need to expand and explore the energy work I do I'm offering it to anyone with whom this resonates. The workinvolves pinpointing and releasing old patterns, emotions or beliefs in a relatively un-complex way. Certified in Theta Healing and practiced in other intuitive processes. Payment sliding scale 60-100.email [email protected]
Submitted by Carol Sherman HNC Tenor
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ANY IDEAS FOR A MEETING SPACE? Some good folks are asking to get trained as Certified Laughter Yoga Leaders (4 of them, at the moment, though that could grow). I have had trainings at home and could do so again. Would prefer a different space. I would need it all day on a Saturday and Sunday. Any ideas spring to mind? If so, would be much appreciated. Many thanks for tickling your brain cells for me. :-) [email protected] 250.477.8608. Submitted by Matti Anttila former GHC Bass
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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
A GHC CONCERT MEMORY TRIPIn honour of Andrew Kielbowicz’s 12 years as choir photographer
DREAMS OF HARMONYOur 8th annual benefit for the Power of Hope ~ January 29, 2006
Guest Artists: THE SEATTLE PEACE CHOIR
Directed byFredrick N. West
plus Mike Sheehan and The Power of Hope Kids
The above photos are a very small taste of the excellent photography that Andrew has blessed uswith over the years. A larger taste, including larger photos, can be found on our web
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 singers!
Keep in mind that all Andrew’s photos are given freely for personal use but please contact him to arrange for any commercial use.
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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I celebrate myself, And sing myself, And what I assume, For every atom belonging to me as good...Belongs to you.
Walt Whitman
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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:
JOANNE MARKS (CCLT 3 - 2006/7 and post GHC & HNC Soprano)
http://fireweedbotanicals.ca
Healing Plant Oils and Salves, Bach Flower Therapy Counselling and Spiritual ReadingsYou are the beacon of light you have been waiting for
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SHIVON ROBINSONG (GHC & HNC Director)
http://shivonrobinsong.com/
Anyone Can Sing! And singing together in harmony is a vital source of energy and connection, accessible to everyone. Workshops! Theatre! Choirs! Training!
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MURRAY POLSON (GHC & Soundings Bass)
http://www.murmade.com
Shows some of my photographic work.
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PASHTA MARYMOON (ex-GHC now HNC Tenor)
http://www.beyonds.ca/Journeying/home.html
Journeying Beyond offers Death Midwifery services -- 'end of life' consultations (comprehensive Advance Directives and Representation Agreements), support for the Death Journeyer and their families throughout the pan-death process (pre/during/post death, including post-death care at home), funeral and/or memorial services, and initial grief counselling. Pashta at [email protected] or 250-383-4065
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WINNIE COOPER (GHC Tenor)
http://www.auntiewinnie.com
Children's entertainer for Birthday Parties, Holiday Celebrations, Office & Family Events, and Special Occasions! Music CD available now!
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LOUIS HEBERT (GHC Bass)
http://louisjardin13.blogspot.com
I live in James Bay with over 20 years experience caring about plants and providing customer service. I invite you to visit my blog or contact me for more information about my services at 250-294-1313.
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BONNIE HARDY (past GHC Tenor)
http://www.spa4wellness.com
Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapist, Hot Stone Massage, Jin Shin Do BodyMind Acupressure Practitioner and Teacher. Pregnancy, Labor, Delivery Birthing Doula, Reiki Master. Please call 250-360-1449
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WENDY WURTELE (GHC Soprano)
http://www.ideaconnection.com
IdeaConnection has a vast contingency of highly educated, creative experts that can focus on solving your R&D challenges through Idea Rallies, Problem Solving Teams, Technology Scouting and Prior Art Searches. Our flexible approach tailors problem solving to fit your needs, and you control costs by determining your own award amounts.
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DAVE MACLENNAN (GHC Bass)
http://dmaclennan.blogspot.com
My blog is called 'Poem du Jour'. I try to enter one of my short rhyming poems on a daily basis. They are easy to read and hopefully mostly fun and entertaining.
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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.
FREE STUFFTWO-DOOR ARMOIRE
made of blonde-finish wood. One side has shelves the other a rod for hanging clothes. 6 tall, 40 wide, 23 deep . Has been used to supplement a small wall cupboard in a bedroom but could be used as general storage elsewhere. Clean and in good condition.
250-595-7661
Submitted Anne Forester, retired Monday Soprano
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 OR WANTEDAWARD-WINNING EDITOR AND WRITER
I've been an award-winning writer and editor over 35 years for NY Times bestselling and award-winning authors, prestigious publishers, and businesses worldwide. I'll polish everything from your books to business materials.
~ Karen brings clarity and conciseness to confusing language and organization to chaos.~
Contact Karen at [email protected]
Submitted by: Karen S. Davis, GHC Monday Alto
ACCOMMODATION AVAILABLE & WANTEDSEEKING GOLDEN GIRL(S, BOYS) FOR UNIQUE, FUN LIVING OPPORTUNITY
Wanted: someone who'll share their Victoria/peninsula home with me in exchange for unlimited use of my Washington home. If a second home in the U.S.is out of reach, but you want to take advantage of living in both countries, this is the arrangement for you! Let's have tea and discuss the possibilities!
My large, light-filled country home in sunny Sequim is halfway between Port Angeles (ferry) and Silverdale shopping malls. I have a piano, Italian furniture, beautiful kitchen, new W&D, WiFi & phone, double garage—all comforts and amenities.
Photos available in my vacation ad.
Contact Karen at [email protected]
Submitted by: Karen S. Davis, GHC Monday Alto
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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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Words make you think a thought. Music makes you feel a feeling. A song makes you feel a thought.
E.Y. Harbug (1898 - 1981)
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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 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 (May 23) Featuring: OZMOSES
OzMoses - new 4 piece acoustic string band with great vocals brings new country, folk pop, and cool vintage. Each of the members of this eclectic musical entourage hails from a different part of the known universe.
Elies Van Sommeren, vocalsPatty Castle stand-up bass & vocalsBurke Rosen guitar & vocalsPaul Winfield guitar & vocals“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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LAUGHTER IS THE BEST MEDICINE (May 23 & 30 + Jun 6, 13, 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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SPIRITUAL ACOUSTIC FOLK CONCERT (May 23)with Eve Decker
Join Eve and the band Mind on Freedom for an evening of Buddhist inspired music.
Eve Decker toured and recorded with the feminist folk trio Rebecca Riots. She has recently released her second cd, "Simple Truth" and teaches meditation and music retreats.
"The Buddha would dig it".~ Marin Independent Journal
Eve will also lead a non-residential weekend retreat with a focus on lovingkindness and compassion on May 24/25th at Goward House.
7 pm Friday May 23Garry Oak Room - Fairfield Community Place1335 Thurlow RoadSuggested Donation: $10Everyone Welcome - an all ages evening
For more information go to: http://victoriaims.org/?p=5462
Submitted by: John Hilditch Soundings & former GHC Tenor
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MINDFULNESS & HORSES (May 23 & 24)
Friday May 23rd. 7 - 9 pm and Saturday May 24th. 10 am - 5 pm,
Slowing down into horse time is a meditative practice ... natural presence and peace beyond our everyday cognitive awareness.
@ Mary's Farm & Sanctuary, adjacent to Goldstream Park, Victoria, BC, 30 acres of tranquil forest & rolling hillside pasture. with Oriane Lee Johnston, Mary Rostad & the farm herd.Presented by Royal Roads University Continuing Studies
Everyone Welcome ~ No horse experience necessary!
Full description & registration Web site
Submitted by: Oriane Lee Johnston, former HNC soprano.
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SOUNDINGS IN CONCERT (May 24 & 25)
I hope that many of you will take me up on my invitation to hear Soundings at one of our concerts on either Saturday May 24 (8:00 at Oak Bay United) or Sunday May 25 (2:30 at St Mary's in Saanichton). The "Contemporary" program is wonderful, with pieces from people like Lennon-McCartney, Coldplay, Bob Marley, Sting, Randy Newman, and Pete Seeger (you'll be able to sing along with that one!).
Soundings was born out of the GHC in 2001, and has 25 enthusiastic singers. This program is all a cappella (unaccompanied).
I'll have tickets ($20/$15) at all GHC evenings, or you can email ticket reservations to [email protected]. See you there?
~ Denis
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TEA CUP READING (May 24, 25 & 31 + Jun 6, 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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A Benefit Concert For MSWE’LL GATHER LILACS (May 25)
Tenor Danny Daniels (organizer of the Canada Day Flash Mob listed in the Opportunities To Sing section above), along with Mezzo Soprano Kathryn Whitney and Pianist Braden Young all raise their voices in support of the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada in this worthy fundraiser. ‘We’ll Gather Lilacs’ will feature favourite songs from around the world. Sunday, May 25th from 2:30-4pm (doors open at 2pm) at St. Paul’s United Church in Sidney. Suggested minimum donation is $10.
Submitted by Bill Hanson GHC Bass etc.
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COOK STREET SING-A-LONG (May 27 + Jun 3, 10, 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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INSPIRATIONAL EVENINGwith VENERABLE PANNAVATI (May 28)
Members of the GHC sang for this Buddhist nun's talk two years ago; I'm sure may will remember her fondly.
The Victoria Insight Meditation Society is pleased to host a talk by Venerable Pannavati. Venerable offers Buddhist teachings and is a tireless advocate for those who are marginalized, abused, neglected and unloved. She works with homeless youth in Appalachia and has adopted 10 "untouchable" villages in India.
Please join us for an inspirational evening.Wednesday, May 28th, 2014, 7:30pm – 9:00 pmGarry Oak Room, 1335 Thurlow Road, Victoria, BC
Donations are welcome.For more information, visit: http://victoriaims.org/?p=5486
Submitted by: John Hilditch Soundings & former GHC Tenor
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IMAGINING POSSIBILITIES 1-Day Empowerment Conference For Young Women (May 28)
Soroptimist international of Victoria Westshore proudly present the Imagining Possibilities Conference for young women age 16-24. An open exhibit and afternoon of workshops to provide resources and learning opportunities to make sure YOU can live your dreams! Entry by donation ($10 suggested min.) includes your choice of 3 workshops, lunch + 25 booths. For more information and to register visit http://www.si-victoriawestshore.com/imaginingpossibilities
Submitted by Julia James (GHC) Thursday Alto
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SONGS AND STORIES OF DAVY THE PUNKBob Bossin In Performance At The Uno Festival! (May 28, 29 & 31)
Many of us will remember Bob from his appearances with the GHC a few years ago. This is a new one-man show about his father, Davy Bossin, who was born in 1905, and grew up in the Ward, Toronto’s notorious immigrant slum. Finding his way blocked by the rampant anti-Semitism of 20th century Canada, Davy blazed his own path in a new, vibrant, international industry…gambling.
Intrepid TheatreMay 28, 7:30 showMay 29, 6:00 show May 31, noon book launchMay 31, 4:00 show
For more information, see www.davythepunk.com or contact Sima Elizabeth Shefrin at [email protected] 250-247-7476.
Festival performance details see /.
For tickets: Ticketrocket.org or 250-590-6291.
Submitted by Denis Donnelly Soundings & GHC Director
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James Bay Coffee & Books BLUEGRASS JAM CIRCLE (May 28 + Jun 4, 11, 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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SCRABBLE & CHESS NIGHT IN CANADA (May 29 + Jun 5, 12, 19, 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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James Bay Coffee & Books FRIDAY NIGHT MUSIC (May 30) Featuring: ZAC DOEDING BAND
Singer-songwriter guitarist Zac Doeding plays original tunes of love, family & politics with a unique folk/alt/country/pop finger-picking style. Sherie Welsford on mandolin, guitar, percussion & vocals; special guest, veteran steel guitarist Bill Negraeff.
Open Mic to kick off the evening, come earlier to sign up.
Open Stage / Open Mic 7 - 7:30ish Sign-up 8 pm+ Performances
Feature Performance9 to 10 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
COMMUNITY EVENTS ~ COMING WEEKSREACHING 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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"STRIDE TO TURN THE TIDE" (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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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
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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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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 ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** **
CATCH THE FIRE TRAINING: (Jun 27)
Unleash the Creative Power in Yourself and Others
When:
Monday, June 23, 2014 – Friday, June 27, 2014Where:
The Whidbey Institute, Whidbey Island, Washington, USA (20 miles north of Seattle)The Leaders:
PYE founders Charlie Murphy and Peggy TaylorWorkshop details:
http://www.pyeglobal.org/catch-the-fire-workshop
Submitted by Gloria Hansen GHC & HNC Tenor, Admin Team Member and PoH Canadian Chair
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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
OK folks this one I’ve been sitting on for a while, while I sat on the fence about using it. The laughter it causes me, and the fact that it was a lady of sufficient maturity to be presumed to have a reasonable degree of discernment, taste and wisdom, has finally pushed me off the fence. – Bill (that’s my wishy-washy disclaimer and I’m sticking to it).
PERILS OF A CHURCH UPBRINGING
Submitted by Audrey Glynn GHC Monday Soprano
As I walked down the busy sidewalk with my wife, knowing I was late for Church, my eye fell upon one of those unfortunate, ragged vagabonds that are found in every city these days. Some people turned to stare. Others quickly looked away as if the sight would somehow contaminate them. Recalling my old pastor, Brother Mike, who always admonished me to "care for the sick, feed the hungry and clothe the naked," I was moved by some powerful inner urge to reach out to this unfortunate person. Wearing what can only be described as rags, carrying her treasured worldly possessions in two plastic bags, my heart was touched by this person's condition. Yes, where some people saw only rags, I saw a true, hidden beauty. A small voice inside my head called out, "Reach out, reach out and touch this person!"
So I did.
I won't be at Church this week.
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