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<><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><>September 9, 2016 Issue #25
GHC, HNC, SOUNDINGS & CCLT
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For access to all current and archived issues please go to: http://www.gettinhigherchoir.ca/choir_life/newsletters.php
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<><><><><><><><> QUICK REMINDERS! <><><><><><><><>
GRANDMOTHERS FOR AFRICA SWATSeptember 11, 1:30 to 3:00, Legislature Lawn
Details in the Opportunities To Sing section
GHC FALL SEASONStarts the week of September 19, 20 & 22Details in the GHC Registration Info section
GHC New Singers Orientations7:00 to 7:30, September 19, 20, 22, 26, 27 & 29
Details on our Choir Life: Next Season & New Singers web page
HNC FALL SEASONStarts Tuesday, September 20
New Singers’ Orientation 11:30 to Noon ~ Singing Noon to 1:30Details in the HNC News & Business section
CCLT13-2016September 25 to October 9
Infor on the CCLT web site’s home page
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AN EXTRA SPECIAL NOTE
“SHOW ‘N TELL’SHIVON’S JOURNEY TO MOZAMBIQUE
As many of you know, this summer I spent a month visiting our friends and projects in the Sena district of Sofala Province in Mozambique.
On Tuesday September 13, I will be hosting a “show and tell” evening at the Church of Truth along with Perpetua Alfazema, Founder and Director of Kuwangisana, the organization in Mozambique that we support with our annual choir concerts providing scholarships for over the past 18 years.
The CoT doors will be open at 6:45, with a showing of the original film, Journey to Kapasseni from 7:00 - 7:50
Perpetua and Shivon’s talk and slide show will start at 8pm. (Fine to come just for this part)
No doubt there will be some singing too! Small donations would be appreciated to cover the cost of hall rental.
Some items from Kuwangisana will be on sale, with all proceeds going to the projects:
Beautiful little girls dresses made at Kuwangisana, Moringa Powder, a superfood supplement that is now being grown and processed at Kuwangisana.
I’d love to see you there!
~ Shivon
SPECIAL NOTES!!!!!UPDATE ON BILL’S EMAIL KICKBACKS
My recent problems with my [email protected] emails not getting through to me seem to have been fixed. Sending messages to me using just that email address is safe again. The problem, however, has now occurred twice over the last couple of years so…it you ever get a message kicked back to you from that address please send your message again to [email protected] and notify me of the problem…or…call me at 250-920-4160. Those items of contact information can always be found on our site’s “Choir Life: Contact Us” page. ~ Bill
*********************** QUOTABLES ***********************We are not fighting for nature. We are nature defending itself.
Nadine Bloch
Editor’s Collection
****************************************************************GHC REGISTRATION INFO
For information on any of these Topics…
Starting, or paying, late for the GHC fall seasonNew singers intake (dates, times, locations, etc.) Registration information & procedures:Registration DeadlineReferring New Singers Returnees paying fees at choir prior to the registration deadlineReturnees paying fees after the registration deadlineContact and other registration record information changes Fees, payments & scholarships
…open this Registration Information Document
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SPECIAL NOTES!!!!! (cont.)
GRANDMOTHERS FOR AFRICA in BRENTWOOD BAY on SEP. 11th
If you would like to welcome the Grandmothers for Africa Bikers when they arrive in Brentwood Bay on Sunday Sept. 11th, 12 noon,
Yves & Claire (Monday Tenor & Soprano) invite you to join them at the dock and waive, sing, cheer as the Grandmothers unload. Meet at 11:45 a.m. at the foot of Verdier Avenue (parking along Verdier on the downhill side).
Yves and Claire have made it a tradition the last few years and were told that the Grandmothers appreciate the support and encouragement on their last section of the journey.
It saves driving to Victoria, while still being part of the welcome, if you can`t make it to the SWAT.
For more info: [email protected]
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COMMUNITY MEMBER’S SUBMISSIONS
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OPPORTUNITIES TO SINGHIGH NOON CHOIR….A DAYTIME COMMUNITY CHOIR
Join us for the Fall Session - here’s when, where and how
When: Tuesdays 12 noon – 1:30 pmWhere: Church of Truth 111 Superior St. (James Bay)
Our Fall Session starts Sept. 20 and runs ‘til Dec. 6New singers orientation on the 20th from 11:30 to Noon then sing until 1:30
This is a non-audition choir, all are welcome.
Shivon Robinsong and Gloria Hansen HNC Director and Registrar
*********************** QUOTABLES ***********************The world is a reflection of the sensory apparatus that registers it.
Deepak Chopra (Ageless Body, Timeless Mind)
Editor's Collection ***************************************************************SIGHT SINGING, EAR TRAINING LEVEL IICourse Instructor: Teodora Georgieva-Gitberg
Together we will practice reading and writing a variety of music patterns (rhythmic and melodic) to widen our music vocabulary. We will also explore music harmony while singing in a group, and will learn to recognize and appreciate its meaning. The course will combine music theory and practical exercises for developing skills and confidence in discovering the world of music.
Saturdays, Sept. 24 – Dec. 3,10:00 am – 12:00 pm at MacLaurin Building, UVIC.
Prerequisites Basic music reading skills (major scales, simple rhythm.)
Register by phone: 250-472-4747 or online
Submitted by Shivon RobinsongGHC & HNC Director
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OPPORTUNITIES TO SING (cont.)
DEAR JOYFUL SINGERS
I am delighted to announce a weekend Gathering (Sept 9 - 11) on Quadra Island with the amazing Laurence Cole. HALLELUJAH!
Please check out his new web page at www.laurencecole.com - Singing Together To Nourish The Soul and Re-enchant The World.
Bringing Laurence to Quadra is a dream that I have had for many years! I hope you can join us for this unique opportunity to sing with this wonderful Song Weaver.
Dates: Friday Sept 9 - Sunday Sept 11
Full Details
In Joyful Song ~
Submitted by Mary Dennison CCLT5 - 2008/09 Grad
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WORD OF MOUTH / RECOMMENDATIONS
THE POWER OF MUSIC
This article was sent to me by an Australian friend. http://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-08-14/choir-of-hard-knocks-on-first-tour-around-australia/7733030
Here is the choir’s website - http://www.hopeandinspirationtour.com/our-journey
Submitted by Mary Anne Jarvin Monday Soprano
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A WARM FUZZY
This story came to me as an email forward from Tom Ovanin (GHC & HNC Bass)
Here's a recent story that may reinforce your faith in your fellow man...http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/go-train-riders-help-syrian-family-lost-1.3691281
A definite feel good!
Submitted by Bill HansonGHC Bass etc.
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The Sound of Silence
This is an astonishingly powerful version of Paul Simon's chart topper.
https://g.co/kgs/SEsNTf
Submitted by Sandra SavageGHC Thursday Alto
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A TED TALK
Bring On The Female Superheroes
Submitted by Bill HansonGHC multi-night Bass etc.
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INSPIRING
This trailer from the 2016 ParaOlympics in Rio is very inspiring.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=IocLkk3aYlk
Submitted by Susan LeaTuesday Alto
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VICTORIA’S BIG SECRET
If you haven't yet read Dave Broadland's article in the Sept/Oct issue of Focus about the CRD’s waste water plans, I urge you to do so. This is the link to it:
http://focusonline.ca/node/1134
Submitted by John Bunge former GHC Monday Bass
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COMMUNITY NETWORKINGSITTER FOF LITTLE KIDS WANTED
A couple of folks wanting to join the choir need a responsible teen to take care of one or two children while they sing. I can’t be more specific than that at the moment as they didn’t get the full information to me in time to go out in this newsletter (probably due to my email problems.
If you know a responsible young person who would be interested in earning a couple of hours’ worth of income on a Tuesday or Thursday evening please ask them to contact me with their contact information. Once I am back in touch with the couple I will pass the information on to them.
Submitted by Bill Hanson GHC Registrar etc.
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THE APPRECIATION GAME SUMMER SERIES
The last game of this series will be held on Sept. 15th. A Fall series will be scheduled after the GHC registration period is over.
If you haven’t been to www.appreciationgame.ca to see if it will stimulate your curiosity, interest and/or excitement please check it out.
There is space left for a couple more players for the September 15th game (7:30 to 9:00 pm approx.). If would like to play it again…or…if you are curious, interested and/or excited enough about something as unusual as a “conversational game” to want to give it a try on the 15th…please RSVP here
If you would like to notified whenever a new series of games is scheduled please add yourself to my Appreciation Game Invitations list
Submitted by Bill HansonGHC perambulating Bass
** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** **** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** **Volunteer Call Let’s: TRANSFORM THE RAINBOW KITCHEN TOGETHER!3 weekends starting Sept 16th to Oct. 2nd We need all kinds of volunteers, from general labourers to food service, from landscaping to skilled carpenters. We hope you'll participate and help create a legacy of change that will affect not only the Rainbow Kitchen (inside Esquimalt United Church) but also many other community groups who use the building.
Will you volunteer? Donate? Sponsor? Details at: http://www.herowork.comIn addition to the above possibilities HeroWork is looking for volunteer chair massage therapists and reflexologists in the Victoria area to ease the sore muscles of the volunteer crew who have dedicated their time and effort to renew the Rainbow Kitchen which serves 36,000 meals a year to those in need.
Thank you so much!This will be an experience to be remembered!Love and light, Audrey
Submitted by Audrey Mairi,GHC Thursday Alto
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MY NEW WEB SITE
As many of you probably are aware the federal government has formed a Special Committee on Electoral Reform. Since that is an interest of mine I have created a web site to present a new electoral system that I would like the committee and Canadians in general to consider. If you are interested in checking out
the art of the possible regarding electoral reform feel free to visit www.AbsoluteRepresentation.ca
Submitted by Bill HansonGHC Bass etc.
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COMMUNITY MEMBERS’WEB SITES
DAVID OTT (former GHC Alto)
http://www.peakrecovery.com
"Peak Recovery" is a two-phase program that will help you recover from any crisis, stress, loss, change or destructive coping choice and teach you the skills to reclaim the peace, power and joy within. It is available for individuals, couples and groups. Please visit my web site for more information.
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SHIRLEY LANGER (GHC Alto)
http://www.anitasrevolution.com
My novel, Anita's Revolution, tells the story of how 100,000 Cuban youth taught almost one million illiterate adult Cubans to read and write. Inspiring, the novel honours the potential of youth to make significant contributions to society, and celebrates the power of literacy and education. $17.95 (plus any mailing costs)
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RAE BILASH (GHC Soprano)
http://www.raebilash.ca (if clicking doesn’t work for you copying and pasting will – no idea why - Bill)
Through gentle movement and touch, Trager bodywork imparts deep relaxation to the body/mind while releasing patterns of pain, trauma, stress and tension.Trager is also a tool to help embody more fully in oneself, bringing deeper awareness to living in the present moment.
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MARILYN HENIGMAN (GHC Tenor)
http://www.searchwise.ca
SearchWise - Work Search Assistance. Helping you find rewarding employment. Affordable. Professional. Personalized. Flexible Appointment Hours. Ph. 250-413-3142
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AUDREY MAIRI (GHC Thursday Alto)
http://www.audreymairi.com
Through my book, CD, workshops, seminars, and sessions I help people foster the connection to our energetic source using principles of the Trager Approach.
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KAREN BOISSONNEAULT (former HNC Soprano)
http://www.nianow.com/karen
Nia: Functional Fitness embracing concepts from Martial Arts, Dance, and Yoga to awesome music. No experience necessary. Introductory offer.
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JUNIE SWADRON (former GHC Monday Alto)
http://www.junieswadron.com
Coaching, Counselling, Creative/Cathartic Writing Workshops and "Writing Our Life Stories” Workshops
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DO YOU HAVE A PERSONAL OR BUSINESS WEB SITE?
If you are a current or past member of any choir in our family of choirs and you have a web site feel free to submit the URL plus a 50 word (or less) capsule
description for inclusion in this section. Your listing will be kept on file and 2 - 5 of them will be rotated through this section (in the order received) of the Choir Community Member’s Issue that goes out every second week. This will give your site periodic exposure to 1200+ people and offer readers different web sites to check out each week.
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The few who do are the envy of the many who only watch.
Jim Rohn, Self Help Guru
Submitted posthumously by: Chris Gower Rees
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SERVING EACH OTHER
LIFE ENHANCEMENT FACILITATOR
For adults who live with dementia, stroke, or other challenges. We go out – and we PLAY! make music, create art, look closely at the natural world, play games... live in the moment. One man (101 years, has dementia) loves to play road hockey! and wants me to learn how to play tunes on a keyboard!!
Contact [email protected] or 778-977-5394.
References available from the choir community.
Submitted by MARY BURCHER former GHC Tuesday Soprano & HNC alto
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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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COMPUTER REPAIRS
All computer issues can be resolved:A slow and unresponsive computer,Annoying popups, malware ads, phishing attacks and virus threats,Tuning of anti-virus and malware programs,Wireless access issues & forgotten passwords,Computer won't start or shuts down unexpectedly,Email problems such as send failures, bounce-backs,Important file and Digital picture backups,Install and update software (programs).
I upgrade computers/components, build new ones,I sell new pre-installed computers,Restore Windows on your hard drive,Sell new hardward such as flat screen montiors, back-up drives,Improve computer performance by adding RAM-MemoryAnd I solve mysterious problems hard to explain!
16 years experience with computer repairAnd 40 years business experienceCall: 250-472-0530 - Text: 250-889-5333Email: [email protected]
Submitted by Chris WakefieldSoundings Baritone for 12 years!
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COMMUNITY MARKET PLACEBook Launch And Sale of the:EMBROIDERED CANCER COMIC:
Please read this event’s flyer and forward this item to those who might be interested. I am selling books in Victoria for Elizabeth.
Choir members may remember Bob Bossin, guest artist at the January 2009 concert, songwriter of Tugboats, and more.
Submitted by Claire EbendingerGHC Monday Soprano
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FURNITURE FOR SALE
Moving, must sell all kinds of furniture, reasonable prices: two 50's china cabinets, wooden desk, rugs,
hand-built wooden livingrm table and buffet, glass- top/wicker side table, sofa, antique round top trunk, wooden chairs, pine-framed ikea tall mirror, wooden rocking chair, wooden chest of drawers.Also push lawn mower, electric lawn mower, weed-eater, 5 ' aluminum ladder, 2 foldable but strong wheelbarrows. Anything you need, I probably have it! Pamela Vine (250) 727-7401 or email <[email protected]>
Submitted by Pamela Vine former GHC and Soundings Soprano
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EMPLOYMENT WANTEDLANDSCAPING – DIRTY BOOTS STYLE
My son Ben and his partner Samantha (aka Sam) are hoping to help you with your garden…
“We are a small cycling landscape company currently focused in the Fairfield, Fernwood, Oak Bay, James Bay, Rockland and Oakland areas (but will consider other areas).
We are friendly, trustworthy, dedicated team of two here to help make your garden great.
Regular yard maintenance available or a one time job to bring your dream alive. "Your work is excellent and your prices are reasonable." - Linda Carlson, Thursday Alto.
Our Landscape practices are organic and sustainable. Free consultations More Info
Sam & Ben can be reached at [email protected] or 250-508-8791
Submitted by Bill Hanson Perambulating GHC Bass etc.
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COMPUTERS REPAIRS AND MORE....
My son Matt offers the following services:
Computer Repair, Optimization, Security and Housekeeping
Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7 & Windows 8 - Mac OSX 10.7 and later
Hardware and software issues resolved. Viral Infections, Data Recovery, Hardware
Upgrades and Migration of files to a new computer.
Say Good-bye to your cable bill -- I can set up Set top box.
I also sell lovely vintage sound systems. Bring your music to life!!!.
$40 per Hour at my home.$50 per Hour at your home.
Matt Hutton [email protected] 250-418-1322
~ Gloria
*********************** QUOTABLES ***********************The real problem is what to do with the problem-solvers after the problems are solved.
Gay TaleseEditor’s Collection****************************************************************
ACCOMMODATION WANTEDSHORT TERM SPRING/SUMMER RENTAL AVAILABLE
Furnished home with ocean view for rent in Dean Park, North Saanich. The home will be available mid-April through August, 2017.
Near Panorama Recreation centre. Lovely home with large east facing windows across the front of the house. Kitchen, baths and flooring all recently updated. Two bedrooms available (we'll be using the third bedroom for storage), 2.5 bathrooms, 2 car garage. Utilities and yard care included in the rent. No pets. No smoking.
Please contact Toni MacDonald at [email protected] for further information.
Submitted by Pat Bottrell Monday night Soprano
*********************** QUOTABLES ***********************Kindness, I've discovered, is everything in life."
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HOUSE SIT OR RENTAL Wanted for September through December
A friend of ours is looking for accommodation in Victoria and would like to share this about himself:
I am a single, active senior looking for a house, suite, apartment, condo, or carriage house, to house-sit or rent from September through December. I am a retired Band Director and Music Teacher for 30 years in Shuswap School District and the International School of Kenya. I live a very quiet lifestyle, am a non-smoker, with no pets.
I have references from two GHC members and 3 home owners I have rented form in the area.
Please contact me at: [email protected] or 778 967 3058 Thanks, Brian MacPherson
For a reference from Sue & Doug please call 250 385 4499
Submitted by Sue Hellard & Doug Paterson, former GHC Alto & Bass.
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EXPERIENCED HOUSE SITTER AVAILABLE
I have been a home-owner most of my life; have just sold my house, and am looking for opportunities to house-sit in Victoria or near-by areas, starting Oct 15.(possibly Oct 1st) I am reliable and responsible, and would treat your home as if it was my own. I'm an avid gardener, so would enjoy taking care of your plants and garden. I would prefer long-term, but would also be open to short-term. You can contact me at (250) 727-7401, or by email <[email protected]>
Submitted by Pamela Vine former GHC & Soundings Soprano
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SEEKING WINTER HOUSE / PET SITTING OPPORTUNITY
Mature, responsible self-employed woman in late 30's looking for winter house / pet-sitting opportunity. I have many glowing references, am exceptionally clean and LOVE animals. 3-6 month term preferred.
Please call me at 250-884-9303.
Submitted by Tracy BudyGHC Tuesday Tenor
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WINTER ACCOMMODATION WANTED
I am looking for a place to house sit close to downtown Victoria (James Bay/ Cook St if possible) for severalmonth ins the winter. I am a mature 65+, Kootenay home owner, past university adjunct faculty, who has previously rented in James Bay and have good references. Let me know your plans and we can see what we can work out.
Submitted by Jan InglisHNC soprano
Submitted by Harley Lappin Former GHC Bass
COMMUNITY EVENTSNow To Next Weekend
(Sep 11, 18, 25, etc.)
SUNDAY AFTERNOON SACRED WRITING CIRCLES ARE BACK!
with Junie Swadron, Psychotherapist and Writing Coach for 22 years
The afternoon is about sharing from our hearts, it’s laughter, it’s friendship. It’s learning to stop judging our work, it’s sipping tea. It’s finding our voice and feeling safe to speak our words out loud. It’s about being authentic and kind. It’s about music and moving our bodies during the break. It’s about creativity and It’s about catharsis allowing the writing to become our wise teacher. It’s poetry and It’s prose. It is short stories and drawings that we write from.
In short It’s a love fest both on and off the page!
Every Sunday - 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. in James BayContribution: $22.00 - Limited Space-Must Register
For more Details and/or to register: http://junieswadron.com/workshops/sunday-afternoon-writing-circles/
Submitted by Junie Swadron, former GHC Alto
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COMMUNITY EVENTSNow To Next Weekend (cont.)
(Sep 14)
CLIMATE CHANGE CCONSULTATION
Elizabeth May, MP for Saanich gulf-Islands will host a climate change consultation. She will discuss climate action and listen to your views on what more is needed. This is a free, non-partisan event.
When: Wednesday, September 14, 7:00 to 8:30 pmWhere: Bob Wright Centre, Room B150, University of Victoria, Victoria, BC
Submitted by Amber FreerFormer GHC Monday Alto
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(Sep 14, 21, 28, etc.)
James Bay Coffee & Books BLUEGRASS JAM CIRCLE
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 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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FILMS FROM THE PARLOUR ~ (4Ds) DOCUMENTARIES AND DISCUSSION ON DYING AND DEATH
Films from the Parlour group meets on the 3rd Friday evening of each month to watch a documentary related to the issues of 'end of life', dying and post-death options; and discuss our wishes, concerns, etc., as well as the changes happening in our culture and medical system around pan-death issues.
Contact Pashta MaryMoon for further information -- [email protected] or 250-383-4065.
Submitted by Pashta MaryMoon ex GHC tenor, now HNC tenor
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(Sep 16, Oct 21 & Nov 25)
UPCOMING TAIZÉ SERVICES -
The next three Downtown Churches Association monthly services in the style of Taize are at St John the Divine Anglican (Quadra and Mason) Fridays, September 16th, October 21st and November 25th @ 6pm. Doors are open
at 5:30. Music rehearsal at 5:15 in the Denson Lounge for the support choir. Come early if you would like the opportunity for extra singing!
Submitted by Liz Vickers former HNC alto
*********************** QUOTABLES ***********************We are Shaped by our Thoughts. You Become What You Think.
BhuddaEditor’s collection****************************************************************
COMMUNITY EVENTSNow To Next Weekend (cont.)
(Sep 17, 18, 24, 25, etc.)
TEA LEAF READINGS
Saturdays & Sundays 2 - 4 pmat James Bay Coffee and Books 143 Menzies St, Victoria BC see map
$30 for 30 minutes$45 for 45 minutes
Gift Certificates Available 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 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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COMMUNITY EVENTS COMING WEEKS(Sep. 19 on)
(Sep 21)
THE SOLARIS PROJECT…
…is a collaboration of seeker-songwriters on a mission of musical inspiration. Radically wholesome, consciouslyrelevant, 100% organic, realistically idealistic all-original inspirational indie-folk-roots music.
Wednesday, September 21st, 2016 7:00PM
Centennial Square, Victoria BC, Canada,
Free
This inter-faith event coincides with the UN International Day of Peace, and will include participation from many spiritual traditions from the Victoria area, with music, workshops and films.
http://solarismusic.org/
Submitted by Maria McKenty GHC Tuesday/Thursday Soprano
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(Sep 22 to Nov 24)
AUTHOR MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
For People Writing Books, Blogs, Plays, etc.
with Junie Swadron, Author, Playwright, Psychotherapist, Speaker
Are you dreaming of becoming a published author and don€™t know where to begin? Or are you writing another book and you feel like you just can€™t get to the finished product on your own?
A 10 week program designed to honour you and the book you are writing. You will engage with a small group of like-minded writers, expertly led by Junie Swadron, a compassionate and skilled facilitator with over 20 years as a writing coach and mentor
September 22nd – November 24thThursday evenings for 10 weeks
6:15 – 8:45 pm$397.00 payment plan available
Full details: Web Site http://junieswadron.com/workshops/author-support/ And on Eventbrite (including testimonials) https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/10-week-author-mentorship-program-with-junie-swadron-author-writing-mentor-tickets-26959021158
One on One author mentorship also available
Submitted by Junie SwadronFormer GHC Alto
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(Sep 23 & 24)
INTIMATE WITH THE EARTH: a Work and Play Shop with Pauline Le Bel
We have a new sacred narrative for the world – a scientific cosmology that redefines the role of humans and offers hope in these challenging times. Pauline Le Bel, in her book, Becoming Intimate with the Earth, offers powerful ways to live inside that story.
Date: Fri Sep 23, 7 – 9 pm - Sat Sep 24, 10 – 4 pmLocation: Bethlehem Centre, 2371 Arbot Rd. Nanaimo, BC Residential $180, Commuter $104:
Please do not let cost deter you, call us about our scholarship fundRegister: www.bethlehemretreatcentre.com
Submitted by Gertie Jocksch Monday Soprano
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(Sep 23, 24 & 25)
3 Day Retreat TRANSPARENT HEART w/ Julia Day & Stacy Sully
Meditation, Alignment, Healing, Awareness, Alchemy, Transcendence, Embodiment, Insight, Love, Peace
Facebook Event Page
September 23, 24, 25, 2016
Round House Farm Yurt1506 Burnside Rd West,(nr Victoria General Hospital)Victoria BC, Canadawww.roundhousefarm.co
$ 350 on before September 9$ 400 thereafter
For more information or to register: [email protected]
Submitted by Julia Dayformer GHC Tuesday/Thursday Alto
Submitted by Harley Lappin Former GHC Bass
COMMUNITY EVENTS COMING WEEKS(Sep. 19 on cont.)
(Sep 24)
VOICE & IMPROVISATION WORKSHOP with COCO LOVE ALCORN & ANNE SCHAEFER
Saturday, September 24th 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (doors open at 12:45 PM)St. Paul’s United Church, 2410 Malaview Avenue, Sidney, V8L 2G3
Cost $20 (payable in cash upon arrival)All singers welcome
Reserve space in the workshop by email: [email protected] Reservations for the workshop are required
Submitted by Denis Donnelly GHC & Soundings Director
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(Sep 24)
COCO LOVE ALCORN in Concert with special guests ANNE SCHAEFER & the COLLECTIVE
Album release celebration for “Wonderland”
Saturday, September 24th 8:00 PM (doors open at 7:30 PM)St. Paul’s United Church, 2410 Malaview Avenue, Sidney V8L 2G3
Advance Tickets $20:- Tanners Books (Sidney)- Lyle’s Place (on Yates, Victoria)- online at brownpapertickets
Door Tickets $25 (if available)
Submitted by Denis Donnelly GHC & Soundings Director
Submitted by Harley Lappin Former GHC Bass
(Sep 24)
THE MERRY MCKENTYSFarm tour, potluck dinner and Contra Dance till-you-drop
Join us for a farmtastic evening at Bullock Lake Farm on Salt SpringIsland for a farm tour, potluck dinner and Contra Dance till-you-dropwith our favorite coastal old-timey band, The Merry McKentys!
A seven-piece family band of five brothers, one sister, a dad, threefiddles, a guitar, a mandolin, a banjo, and accordion, they make a bigsound playing cheerful tunes with little pretension and big grins.
Saturday September 24, 4:00PM Farm tour, 5:30PM Potluck - bring a dishto share and utensils, 7:00PM Contra Dance.
Bullock Lake Farm, 360 Upper Ganges Rd, Salt Spring Is.
http://bullocklakecontradance.brownpapertickets.com
$13 advance / $15 at the door.
Submitted by Maria McKenty GHC Tuesday/Thursday Soprano
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(Sep 24)
TEILHARD FOR OUR TIMES: CONSCIOUSNESS, EVOLUTION, AND OUR PLANETARY FATE
Rev. Dr. Cynthia Bourgeault's talk will embrace new evolutionary ground as she makes more accessible the mystical and visionary thinking of Teilhard de Chardin and his contribution to ecology. Throughout the talk Cynthia will balance teaching with some contemplative and embodied practice.
University of Victoria David Turpin Building Room A120 Saturday September 24th 4 - 6pm Free: Donations gratefully received. For more information email [email protected], phone 250-472-4159or www.contemplative.org
Submitted by Liz Vickers former GHC alto
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COMMUNITY EVENTS COMING WEEKS(Sep. 19 on cont.)
(Sep 30 & Oct 1)
BY MY OWN HEART AND HAND A basics in home funerals workshop –
September 30 & October 1, 2016
Friday evening 7-9 pm -- documentary and discussion on home funerals. Saturday 9:30 am-4 pm -- timeline, required paperwork, hands-on deathcare (washing, dressing, moving, cooling, shrouding).
See http://beyonds.ca/Journeying/bmohah.html for more information.
Contact us at [email protected] if you are interested. Please share this information with anyone who might be interested.
Submitted by Pashta MaryMoon,
ex-GHC tenor, HNC tenor
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(Oct 1)
CAREER CLARITY MINI-RETREAT
Do you feel stuck in a career or business that doesn’t fit? Are you longing to find a career that energizes and inspires you? Then treat yourself to “Career Clarity Mini-Retreat” in Victoria! Join career clarity coach, Julia James and learn how to envision your fulfilling career, access your innate strengths and release the fears that are stopping you. Walk away empowered to pursue your fulfilling career!
Saturday, October 1, 1:30pm-5:00pmFee: $35 (early bird special) / $45 (after September 5)
For more information and to sign up contact me at
778-433-5558, [email protected], or visit: http://juliajames.ca/programs
Submitted by Julia JamesGHC former & future Alto & Soprano
Submitted by Harley Lappin Former GHC Bass
(Oct 16 to Nov 6)
SPIRALS OF CHANGE:
A workshop for women in life changes to explore, play and create in community.
If you are experiencing a life transition…
If you would like to connect with other women to explore new perspectives…
If you are curious about using a range of creative tools to inspire you, such as art, sound, yoga, and guided visualization…
Come join us in a transformative experience! Together we will tap into our courage, self-compassion and self-expression. Take away new insights, tools and a sense of renewal to actively engage with your daily life.
4 Sundays, October 16-November 6, 1-3 pm. 941 Kings Road $120 early bird; $160 after October 5.For more information:
[email protected]; www.ariadnewellness.com/upcoming-workshops; 250-893- 8335.
Submitted by Ariadne Patsiopoulos Former GHC Tuesday Alto
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(Oct 21 to 23)
SING WITH LAURENCE COLEDear singing friends,
We are so excited that Laurence Cole is coming to Victoria, Friday Oct 21 - Sunday Oct 23! All events are at the Church of Truth. Friday Evening Singing, 6-10pm / Saturday Grief Song Ceremony, 10am-10pm / Sunday Afternoon Singing, 2-4:30pm
Weekend Schedule
For detailed description and tickets on this facebook page "workshop tickets" (see tab)
For those of you who don't have a facebook profile, you can also purchase workshop tickets online here,
Looking forward to singing with you!
Please share this message with your singing friends! Thank you!
In joyful anticipation,
Submitted by Julia James GHC Alto on hiatus
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JUST FOR FUNA reward of laughter for reading this far
DATING ADS FOR SENIORSfound in a Florida Newspaper
Submitted by Peter MeyerGHC Thursday Bass
You can say what you want about Florida , but you never hear ofAnyone retiring and moving north. These are actual ads seen in
''The Villages'' Florida newspaper.(Who says seniors don't haveA sense of humor?)
FOXY LADY:
Sexy, fashion-conscious voluptuous blue-haired beauty, 80's, slim, 5'4' (used to be 5'6'), Searching for sharp-looking, sharp-dressing companion.Matching white
shoes and belt a plus.------------------------------ ----------------------
LONG-TERM COMMITMENT:
Recent widow who has just buried fourth husband,Looking for someone to round out a six-unit plot.
Dizziness,Fainting, shortness of breath not a problem.------------------------------ ----------------------
SERENITY NOW:I am into solitude, long walks, sunrises, the ocean, yoga
and Meditation. If you are the silent type, let's get together, take our hearing aids out and enjoy quiet
times.------------------------------ ----------------------
WINNING SMILE:Active grandmother with original teeth seeking a
dedicated flosser to share rare steaks, corn on the cob
and caramel candy.------------------------------ ----------------------
BEATLES OR STONES?I still like to rock, still like to cruise in my Camaro on
Saturday nights and still like to play the guitar.If you were a groovy chick, or are now a groovy hen,let's get together and listen to my eight-track tapes.
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MEMORIES:I can usually remember Monday through Thursday.
If you can remember Friday, Saturday and Sunday, let's put our two heads together.
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MINT CONDITION:Male, 1932 model, high mileage, good condition, some hair,
Many new parts including hip, knee, cornea, valves.Isn't in running condition, but walks well.
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Making Universal Sounds In Community
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