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45th Annual Cowichan Valley

Fine Arts Show

Open to the Public April 29th, 2015-May 3rd, 2015, Tickets now on sale at PORTALS, 2687 James Street, Duncan BC Please visit the website for show times and ticket information at

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01 APR WEDLive Music: ‘Beats, Rhymes & Life: 3.0’ at the Duncan Showroom promoting hip hop and its culture. 8 pm show, all ages. No alcohol venue. $8/adv, $10/door. Tix online at showroomproductions.ca. FMI 250.748.724611th Annual Cowichan Aboriginal Festival of Film and Art: Apr 1 - 30 at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre. Enjoy a medley of tradition, art, film screenings and workshops showcasing the amazing community of skilled Aboriginal professionals who use film and art to tell their own stories in their own words. FMI/tix aff.cowichan.net or 250.746.7529

Lego Fun: calling all future (Lego) architects! Bring your construction skills to Cowichan Branch Library in Duncan the first Wed of each month and show your stuff. 3:30 - 4:30 pm. Ages 6 + years and their families. FMI 250.746.7661Live Theatre: Chemainus Theatre Festival presents the musical revue ‘Project Johnny Cash’ until Apr 11. Evening and matinee shows available. FMI/tix chemainustheatrefestival.caEaster Hide and Seek: until Apr 4 at Cowichan Branch Library, 2687 James St., Duncan. Find the hidden Easter eggs and enter your name in a draw for a prize. Find our hidden bunny for an extra entry. For children of all ages. FMI 250.746.7661

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Welcome to Vigneti ZanattaNestled in the Glenora region of the Cowichan Valley, just minutes from Duncan, BC, Vigneti Zanatta is proud to be Vancouver Island's first estate winery.

Committed to tradition, our roots run deep We have lived and worked on our land for over half a cen-tury and are gratified to watch our family legacy flourish Vigneti Zanatta is a farm winery Over 25 acres of our land is dedicated to growing grapes and we use 100% of our own fruit in the vinification of our unique wines We are pleased to welcome visitors to Vigneti Zanatta for wine tastings and meals

We are now closed for the season and will reopen in May Please contact us for sales by appointment

Our WineAt Vigneti Zanatta, we create wine that embod-ies the true flavours of the Cowichan Valley We craft our wine from fruit exclusively grown on our Glenora vineyards, giving us complete con-trol over the quality and flavour of our product We pride ourselves on making wine that is ut-terly accessible, affordable and delicious, our wine is made to enjoy as often as you like True to Vancouver lsland our wine is satisfying on every level

Pioneering Local Style and FlavourOur family has been working our land since the 1950s Vigneti Zanatta was the first winery on Vancouver Island to specialize in Champagne-style wines (“méthode Champanoise ”) Our process is intensive: all of our bottles are hand riddled and disgorged From bottling to labeling, Vigneti Zanatta is hands on

Zanatta Wine Complements LifeDecades of experience have taught us that good food tastes better with great wine Food and wine pairings are a passion of ours and we love exploring and developing exciting new flavour profiles Whether you are an enjoying a casual dinner with friends, celebrating an important milestone or joining us for a bite at Vinoteca our on-site wine bar and restaurant, Zanatta wines complement the experience

Vigneti Zanatta WineVigneti Zanatta offers a full range of inspired wines, something for every palate

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We think of our home as a refuge from the world at large, a castle of our own, a place of safety and security At the same time we struggle through spousal skirmishes and pa-rental rows on a regular basis The "job" of being a good spouse and good parent takes patience, consistency, and needs to come from a place of honesty and fairness Part of the trial of life is to negotiate the some-times rough waters of parenthood and be a good 'partner' while still keeping the family

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trust intact For me, a good strategy if things are getting tense, and more so when I, my-self, am the source of the tension, is to get out of the house even if it's just to the back-yard The problem with this 'solution' is that it's not necessarily our home/family dynamic that creates tension in the oasis of subur-bia Often it's the neighbours In such cases, therefore, the supposed backyard "re-charge" becomes the backyard "un-ravel" Recently, for example, I came home after a particularly long and trying day I was pretty tired out and the one thing I wanted to do was to fire up the barbeque, put on some relaxing mu-sic, crack something cold, enjoy my backyard and maybe relax for a few minutes Just a few minutes so I could muster some strength As it happened on that day I had one neig-bour working on a construction project in his backyard and the neighbour on the other side had four "Sponge-Bobber" kids (as I like to

call kids who, by all outward appearances, seem to have learned most of their lessons on normal behaviour, from the TV cartoon char-acter Sponge Bob) on the trampoline next door I mean one very loud "Sponge Bobber" on a trampoline, fine well not really fine but bearable Two, no problem; I can deal with it But get four of them together and be-lieve me construction noise sounds like Bach at his most melancholy In those type of situ-ations it takes the patience of a saint not to, in the words of Al Pacino from the movie "Scent of a Woman", " Take a f lamethrower to the place " Rather than create conflict, though, and engage in behaviour unconducive to my continued freedom I'm going to take to heart a quote related to me years ago by a realtor friend of mine He said simply: "Good fences make good neighbours " So if you know of a good fence-builder let me know I need less Sponge Bob in my life

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The problem with this 'solution' is that it's not necessarily our home/family dynamic that creates tension in the oasis of suburbia. Often it's the neighbours.

JOKE. Reaching the end of a job interview, the Human

Resources Officer asks a young engineer fresh out of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, “And what starting salary are you looking for?” The engineer replies, “In the region of $125,000 a year, depending on the benefits package ” The interviewer inquires, “Well, what would you say to a package of five weeks vacation, 14 paid holidays, full medical and dental, company matching retirement fund to 50% of salary, and a company car leased every two years, say, a red Corvette?” The engineer sits up straight and says, “Wow! Are you kidding?” The interviewer replies, “Yeah, but you started it ”

02 APR THULive Theatre: Chemainus Theatre Festival presents the musical revue ‘Project Johnny Cash’ until Apr 11. Evening and matinee shows available. FMI/tix chemainustheatrefestival.ca

Whats On Screen

GamesApr 2: Xenoblade Chronicles

3D

Apr 3: Hyperdimension

Neptunia Hypercollection

Apr 14: Grand Theft Auto V,

Mortal Kombat X

Apr 24: Tropico 5

Video ReleasesApr 7: A Most Violent Year

Apr 14: The Babadook, Big

Eyes, The Woman in Black 2:

Angel of Death

Apr 21: Taken 3

Apr 28: The Boy Next Door,

The Gambler, Inherent Vice,

Paddington, The Wedding

Ringer

Titles shown may not be available at your local venue.

CinemaApr 1: Pretend We’re Kissing

Apr 3: Furious 7, A

Midsummer Night’s Dream,

Apr 4: Vermeer and Music:

Art of Love and Leisure (EOS)

Apr 10: The Longest Ride

Apr 24: The Age of Adaline

Apr 25: Cavalleria Rusticana

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This article builds upon my previous column in What’s On Digest in term of common misconceptions we have about our options when we find ourselves in financial distress.

Bankruptcy: it’s the secret parachute we all have thought about in our darkest hours We ponder: “…if the business fails…” or “…if my student loan debt grows unmanageable…” bankruptcy is the magic “reset” button It is, of course, not the option any of us would want but we know it is there as a possible, if unpalatable, exit

In truth, it is actually much harder to fulfill the criteria required to be recognized as bankrupt This is particularly true if you have any tangible assets or an average household income

The cold fact is, to enter into personal bankruptcy you need to meet a number of stringent conditions and it will very likely be 5-7 years from the start of the process before you are discharged from Bank-ruptcy In addition, you will also need to prove that you are 100% insolvent This is harder than many people think In fact many people are proven to be capable of paying down their debt over time In these situations it is often the case that bankruptcy applications are rejected This scenario of course wastes time and money both of which, in these situations, are typically in very short supply

For these reasons a significant number of people from all over the Cowichan and local Gulf Islands who, at the first sign of financial troubles, consid-ered filing bankruptcy actually end up contacting me at 4 Pillars for a far less extreme, but equally

effective, solution My role at 4 Pillars debt con-solidation is to work closely with you as an ally to help you get out of unmanageable debt In fact it is not uncommon for bankruptcy trustees them-selves to acknowledge that people really ought to work at all costs to avoid declaring personal bankruptcy So when you get yourself in a finan-cial pickle don’t rush to any decision before call-ing me There is really nothing I haven’t seen or any situation that surprises me and when the stuff hits the fan trust me – you want me in your corner to help you with a simple and effective solution as you build a path back to financial stability

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LIE #2: DECLARING BANKRUPTCY IS EASY….WRONG!

Whats On Screen

GamesApr 2: Xenoblade Chronicles

3D

Apr 3: Hyperdimension

Neptunia Hypercollection

Apr 14: Grand Theft Auto V,

Mortal Kombat X

Apr 24: Tropico 5

Video ReleasesApr 7: A Most Violent Year

Apr 14: The Babadook, Big

Eyes, The Woman in Black 2:

Angel of Death

Apr 21: Taken 3

Apr 28: The Boy Next Door,

The Gambler, Inherent Vice,

Paddington, The Wedding

Ringer

Titles shown may not be available at your local venue.

CinemaApr 1: Pretend We’re Kissing

Apr 3: Furious 7, A

Midsummer Night’s Dream,

Apr 4: Vermeer and Music:

Art of Love and Leisure (EOS)

Apr 10: The Longest Ride

Apr 24: The Age of Adaline

Apr 25: Cavalleria Rusticana

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Perhaps you will recall April Wine's ninth stu-dio album, The Nature Of The Beast It became April Wine's greatest success Released in Janu-ary of 1981, the first single Just Between You and Me broke Billboard's Top 20 and remained on the their Hot 100 Singles chart for 16 weeks The same song hit position number 11 on Bill-board's Album Rock Track chart and charted for an incredible 10 weeks Later that year the mil-lionth copy of the album was sold in the U S A and April Wine had finally attained international "Platinum" status The song Crash And Burn was even featured in an NBC Movie of the Week! The album remained on Billboard's 200 Album chart for 34 weeks peaking at the 26th position The al-bum went on to claim more awards for the group as it collected Gold and Platinum on both sides of the border and Double Platinum in Canada

During the 1980's April Wine had the strongest concert repertoire ever and the demand for ap-pearances had never been greater They were in demand in Canada, the United Sates, England and Germany In fact it seemed their popularity was traveling more than they were There was the feeling that the band could tour forever

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APRIL WINEPerhaps you will recall April Wine's ninth studio album, The Nature Of The Beast. It became April Wine's greatest success. Released in January of 1981, the first single Just Between You and Me broke Billboard's Top 20 and remained on the their Hot 100 Singles chart for 16 weeks.

2015 sees April Wine enter into their 45th year as a band, with just as busy a schedule as ever Fifteen studio albums, three live releases, numerous compi-lations, a boxed set and thousands of concerts later, April Wine continues to be enduringly popular in Canada, the United States and internationally

The band has been inducted into the Canadian Music Industry Hall of Fame, the Canadian Mu-sic Hall of Fame and also received The Lifetime Achievement Award Vintage Wine is featured in hit after hit including Sign of the Gypsy Queen, Rock & Roll is a Vicious Game, Tonight Is A Wonderful Night To Fall In Love, Roller, and so many more

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ever and the demand for appearances had never been greater. They were in demand in Canada, the United Sates,

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Easter Hide and Seek: Until Apr 4 at Cowichan Branch Library, 2687 James St., Duncan. Find the hidden Easter eggs and enter your name in a draw for a prize. Find our hidden bunny for an extra entry. For children of all ages. FMI 250.746.7661

03 APR FRICobblestone Inn: Monkey Wrench from Darcy's Pub - $5 at the door FMI: thecobblestone.ca or 250.743.4232Live Music: veteran Canadian blues musician ‘Poppa Dawg’ at the Duncan Showroom for an 8 pm show, all ages. No alcohol venue. $15/adv, $17/door. Tix online at showroomproductions.ca. FMI 250.748.7246Live Theatre: Chemainus Theatre Festival presents the musical revue ‘Project Johnny Cash’ until Apr 11. Evening and matinee shows available. FMI/tix chemainustheatrefestival.caLive Music: ‘Angry Hippies’ with special guests rock Moby’s Pub on Saltspring. FMI 250.537.5559

Live Music: the ‘Herbicidal Maniacs’ play the River Rock Bar and Grill in Duncan at 9 pm. No cover. FMI 250.748.4311Easter Art Tour: 9th annual three-day art extravaganza on Salt Spring, including a feature exhibition at Mahon Hall of work by Barbra Edwards, Margie Korrison, Nicola Morgan, Helen Ormiston Smith and Michela Sorrentino, plus a self-guided tour of studios and galleries (10 a.m. to 5 p.m. from April 3-5). FMI saltspringeasterarttour.com or 250.537.0899Easter Hide and Seek: Until Apr 4 at Cowichan Branch Library, 2687 James St., Duncan. Find the hidden Easter eggs and enter your name in a draw for a prize. Find our hidden bunny for an extra entry. For children of all ages. FMI 250.746.7661

04 APR SATLive Theatre: Chemainus Theatre Festival presents the musical revue ‘Project Johnny Cash’ until Apr 11. Evening and matinee shows available. FMI/tix chemainustheatrefestival.ca

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45th Annual Cowichan Valley

Fine Arts Show

“The Best of the Cowichan Valley”

Cowichan’s Largest Open Art Exhibition & Sale

Island Saving Centre

PORTALS & Cowichan Suite 2687 James Street, Duncan, BC

Tuesday April 28th “Jury Walks & Talks”

6:30-7:30pm Official Show Opening

7:30-9:30pm Admission by Donation

Free admission with Participant Pass

Open to the Public April 29th to May 3rd, 2015

Admission $5.00 Free Admission with Participant Pass

Tickets now on sale at PORTALS (12 & under free)

Wednesday April 29th, 10:00am-8:00pm Thursday April 30th, 10:00am-8:00pm

Friday May 1st, 10:00am-8:00pm Saturday May 2nd, 10:00am-5:00pm Sunday May 3rd, 11:00am-3:00pm

Phone: 250.746.1633 Email: [email protected]

www.cowichanvalleyartscouncil.ca

Easter Art Tour: 9th annual three-day art extravaganza on Salt Spring, including a feature exhibition at Mahon Hall of work by Barbra Edwards, Margie Korrison, Nicola Morgan, Helen Ormiston Smith and Michela Sorrentino, plus a self-guided tour of studios and galleries (10 a.m. to 5 p.m. from April 3-5). FMI saltspringeasterarttour.com or 250.537.0899Live Music: the ‘Dave Cambie Collective’ plays the Duncan Showroom at 8 pm. Tix $12/advance at showroomproductions.ca or $15 at the door. FMI 250.748.7246Live Theatre: Chemainus Theatre Festival presents the musical revue ‘Project Johnny Cash’ until Apr 11. Evening and matinee shows available. FMI/tix chemainustheatrefestival.caEaster Egg Hunt: 12:30 - 2:30 pm at Shawnigan Lake Community Centre. FMI Marian at [email protected]

06 APR MONEaster Eggspress: ride the Green Hornet, tour the grounds, make an Easter craft and meet the Easter Bunny! BC Forest Discovery Centre, 2892 Drinkwater Rd., Duncan. 10 am - 4 pm. FMI/admission rates 250.715.1113Easter Monday Family Event: 2:30 - 4:50 pm Easter Egg Hunt at Centennial Park and free skate at Cowichan Lake Sports Arena. FMI 250.749.6742Live Music: solo singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist ‘Braden Gates’ comes to the Duncan Showroom for an 8 pm show, all ages. No alcohol venue. $12/adv, $15/door. Tix online at showroomproductions.ca. FMI 250.748.7246

07 APR TUEOpen Mic Night: for budding musicians at the Duncan Showroom 7:30 pm. Friendly atmosphere, everyone welcome! All ages, no alcohol venue. $5/door. FMI 250.748.7246

Cobblestone Inn: Dante Decaro - no cover FMI: thecobblestone.ca or 250.743.4232Easter Eggspress: ride the Green Hornet, tour the grounds, make an Easter craft and meet the Easter Bunny! BC Forest Discovery Centre, 2892 Drinkwater Rd., Duncan. 10 am - 4 pm. FMI/admission rates 250.715.1113Easter Hide and Seek: Until Apr 4 at Cowichan Branch Library, 2687 James St., Duncan. Find the hidden Easter eggs and enter your name in a draw for a prize. Find our hidden bunny for an extra entry. For children of all ages. FMI 250.746.7661Live Music: ‘Angry Hippies’ with special guests rock Moby’s Pub on Saltspring. FMI 250.537.5559Live Music: ‘Kid’s Today’ jams at the Duncan Showroom for an 8 pm show, all ages. No alcohol venue. $12/adv, $15/door. Tix online at showroomproductions.ca. FMI 250.748.7246Easter Art Tour: 9th annual three-day art extravaganza on Salt Spring, including a feature exhibition at Mahon Hall of work by Barbra Edwards, Margie Korrison, Nicola Morgan, Helen Ormiston Smith and Michela Sorrentino, plus a self-guided tour of studios and galleries (10 a.m. to 5 p.m. from April 3-5). FMI saltspringeasterarttour.com or 250.537.0899

05 APR SUNEaster Eggspress: ride the Green Hornet, tour the grounds, make an Easter craft and meet the Easter Bunny! BC Forest Discovery Centre, 2892 Drinkwater Rd., Duncan. 10 am - 4 pm. FMI/admission rates 250.715.1113Easter Egg Hunt: at Salt Spring Island Cheese Company on Salt Spring Island. 10 am - 2 pm. Free. FMI saltspringcheese.comLive Music: the ‘Tim Sars Band’ brings some jazz to Moby’s Pub on Saltspring. FMI 250.537.5559

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Friday, April 107:30pm

A fusion of classical and contemporary creates a

memorable ode to genius.

Ticket Centre: 250.748.7529cowichanpac.ca

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COWICHAN PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE AND BALLET VICTORIA PRESENT

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COWICHAN PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE AND GEE DAN PRODUCTIONS PRESENT

APRIL WINE

Thursday, May 148:00pm

From Oowatanite to Sign of the Gypsy Queen, hear April Wine roll

out 45 years of undeniable hits.

Canadian Music Hall of Fame Legends

Tickets: $452687 James St. Duncan, BC

FINE DINING

Bistro 161 161 Kenneth St., Duncan

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Hudson's on First

163 First St., Duncan | 250.597.0066

Genoa Bay Café

5000 Genoa Bay Rd., Duncan

250.746.7621

Bridgemans Bistro

740 Handy Road, Mill Bay | 778.356.3568

The Masthead Restaurant

1705 Cowichan Bay Rd., Cowichan

250.748.3714

Page Point Bistro

4760 Brenton Page Rd., Chemainus

250.924.1110

Playbill Dining Room,

Chemainus Theatre Festival

9737 Chemainus Rd., Chemainus

250.246.9820

Just Jakes

45 Craig St, Duncan | 250.746.5622

PIZZAAuthentic Pizza

41 Trunk Rd., Duncan

250.701.0717

Mill Bay Pizza

106-2760 Mill Bay Rd

250. 743.8882

Roberts Street Pizza

20 Roberts St., Ladysmith

250.245.1119

Ali Baba Pizza

109 - 112 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan

250.748.9990

FAMILY DINING

Ricky's 370 Trans-Canada Hwy, Ladysmith

250.245.7933

Whiskey Point Grill

2720 Mill Bay Rd, Mill Bay Shopping Cen-

tre 250.743.7277

The Dog House Family Restaurant

271 Trans-Canada Hwy., Duncan

250.746.4614

White Spot

101 Trans-Canada Hwy., Duncan

250.748.5151

Cow Café West Coast Grill

1765 Cowichan Bay Rd., Cowichan Bay

250.597.4353

Bonnie Martin Retaurant

2877 Mill St., Chemainus

250.246.1068

Pioneer House Restaurant

4675 Trans Canada Hwy., Duncan

250.746.5848

Lee’s Chicken

168 Trunk Rd, Duncan | 250.748.4424

PUBSCraig St. Brew Pub

25 Craig St., Duncan | 250.737.2337

Cobblestone Pub

3566 Holland Ave., Cobble Hill

250.743.4232

Oak & Carriage Pub

3287 Cowichan Lake Rd., Duncan

250.746.4144

River Rock Bar & Grill

140 Trans-Canada Hwy, Duncan

250.748.4311

The Timberland Pub

1680 Timberlands Rd., Ladysmith

250.245.0800

Fox & Hounds Pub - Restaurant

11 High St., Ladysmith | 250.924.1747

CAFÉ/LUNCH SPOTThe old Firehouse Wine Bar 40 Ingram St, Downtown Duncan 250.597.3473

Station St Café 127 Station St, Duncan 778.455.3008

Arbutus Café 195 Kenneth St., Duncan 250.746.5443

Coffee on the Moon 501 Canada Ave., Duncan 250.715.1540

Corner House Café 181 Jubilee St., Duncan 250.748.9211

Duncan Garage Café & Bakery 102 - 330 Duncan St., Duncan 250.748.6223

Jakes on The Lake 109 S Shore Rd , Lake Cowichan 250.933.2221

Willow Street Café 9749 Willow St., Chemainus 250.246.2434

In The Bean Time 18 High St., Ladysmith 250.245.2305

Sushi Wara 371 Trans Canada Hwy, Ladysmith 250.924.7001

INTERNATIONALDanji Japanese Restaurant 281 Canada Ave., Duncan 778.422.2553

NhaTrang Maki Sushi 62 Kenneth St., Duncan 250.746.8999

The Royal Dar 148 Third St., Duncan 250.597.1483

Wigwam Restaurant 438 - 1st St., Ladysmith 250.245.3433

Pho Triple 7 Vietnamese Restaurant 9779 Willow St., Chemainus 250.324.0777

Kim Wah Restaurant 5871 York Rd., Duncan 250.748.2914

SALT SPRING ISLANDBarbs Buns 121 McPhillips Ave, Salt Spring 250.537.4491

Salt Spring Island Coffee Village Center

Arigato Sushi #102-149 Fulford-Ganges Rd 250.538.1881

Pasta Fresca 149 Fulford Ganges Road 250.537.8588

PIZZAPIZZAMill BayMill Bay

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Live Music: ‘Wicked Grin’ brings gritty blues and killer guitar to the Duncan Showroom for an 8 pm show, all ages. No alcohol venue. $15/adv, $18/door. Tix online at showroomproductions.ca. FMI 250.748.7246Live Theatre: Chemainus Theatre Festival presents the musical revue ‘Project Johnny Cash’ until Apr 11. Evening and matinee shows available. FMI/tix chemainustheatrefestival.ca

10 APR FRILive Ballet: Ballet Victoria blends Mozart’s music with selections from Freddy Mercury of Queen in their unique presentation of ‘Amadeus - Dances with Wolfgang’, Cowichan Performing Arts Centre 7:30 pm. Tix $10 - $30/ FMI.tix cowichanpac.ca or 250.748.7529Live Music: Beatles tribute band the ‘Deaf Aids’ rock the Horseshoe Pub in Chemainus from 8 - 11 pm. No cover. FMI 250.416.0411Live Music: the ‘Konsorados’ bring prairie-infused folk and roots to the Duncan Showroom for an 8 pm show, all ages. Special guest Craig Dines and ‘Heart Worn Road’. No alcohol venue. $12/adv, $15/door. Tix online at showroomproductions.ca. FMI 250.748.7246Live Music: ‘The Riverside’ brings their rock/dance music to Moby’s Pub on Saltspring. FMI 250.537.5559Live Theatre: Chemainus Theatre Festival presents the musical revue ‘Project Johnny Cash’ until Apr 11. Evening and matinee shows available. FMI/tix chemainustheatrefestival.caCalling all Artists 45th Annual Cowichan Valley Fine Arts Show: featuring clay, woodwork, painting, glass and more. PORTALS, the CVAC Centre of Arts, Duncan (inside the Island Savings Centre). Mon - Fri 10 - 5pm, Sat 10 - 1pm. Apr 7 - 22. Free. FMI cowichanvalleyartisans.com 250.746.1633

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08 APR WEDCalling all Artists 45th Annual Cowichan Valley Fine Arts Show: featuring clay, woodwork, painting, glass and more. PORTALS, the CVAC Centre of Arts, Duncan (inside the Island Savings Centre). Mon - Fri 10 - 5pm, Sat 10 - 1pm. Apr 7 - 22. Free. FMI cowichanvalleyartisans.com 250.746.1633Live Theatre: Chemainus Theatre Festival presents the musical revue ‘Project Johnny Cash’ until Apr 11. Evening and matinee shows available. FMI/tix chemainustheatrefestival.caLive Music: ‘Mike Edel/Towers and Trees’ at the Duncan Showroom for an 8 pm show, all ages. No alcohol venue. $15/adv, $20/door. Tix online at showroomproductions.ca. FMI 250.748.7246

09 APR THUGames Night: come to the Cowichan Branch Library in Duncan from 6 - 7 pm and enjoy board or card games. Bring your favourite or play one of ours. All ages welcome! FMI 250.746.7661Live Dance: ‘The Moment of Forgetting’ by Restless Productions of Vancouver comes to the ArtSpring Theatre on Salt Spring Island 7:30 - 9:30 pm. $23/adult $5/youth. FMI/tix artspring.ca or 250.537.2102Calling all Artists 45th Annual Cowichan Valley Fine Arts Show: featuring clay, woodwork, painting, glass and more. PORTALS, the CVAC Centre of Arts, Duncan (inside the Island Savings Centre). Mon - Fri 10 - 5pm, Sat 10 - 1pm. Apr 7 - 22. Free. FMI cowichanvalleyartisans.com 250.746.1633

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Cowichan Aquatic Centre Duncan, 250.746.7665

Kerry Park Recreation Centre Mill Bay 250.743.5922

BIRDINGCowichan Estuary Centre Duncan, 250.746.0227

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BOATINGSealegs Kayaking Adventures Ladysmith 250.245.4096

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Mountain Biking on Maple Mountain Municipality of North Cowichan 250.746.3100

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Duncan Curling Club Duncan 250.748.9313

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FOOTBALLCowichan Valley Football Association Duncan, 250.588.9445

Cowichan Rugby Football Club Duncan, 250.746.7513

HOCKEYCowichan Valley Minor Hockey Association Chemainus, 250.246.3906

Cowichan Valley Junior A Hockey Club Duncan, 250.748.9930

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11 APR SATLive Theatre: Chemainus Theatre Festival presents the musical revue ‘Project Johnny Cash’ until Apr 11. Evening and matinee shows available. FMI/tix chemainustheatrefestival.caThe Met Live in HD: ‘La Donna Del Lago’ shows at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre 9:55 am. Running time 3 hrs 30 min. Tix $5 - $26. FMI/tix cowichanpac.ca or 250.748.7529Met Opera Broadcast: on Salt Spring Island at the ArtSpring Theatre. ‘Iolanta/Bluebeard’s Castle’ is an intriguing double-bill (and encore). 10 am - 1:45 pm. Tix $21.95/adult, $18.95/senior, $12.95/youth. FMI/tix artspring.ca or 250.537.2102 Live Music: ‘Al Eskelson and the Cat’s Meow’ play vocal-oriented swing, sultry bossa nova and jazz at St. Michael’s Anglican Church in Chemainus from 7 - 9 pm. By donation. FMI cvcas.comIntroduction to Scottish Records: learn how to make the most of free databases to investigate your family tree! 3 - 4:30 pm at Cowichan Branch Library in Duncan. Free. FMI 250.746.7661Cowichan Valley Garden Club Plant Sale: 10 am - 1 pm at St. John’s Church Hall, 486 Jubilee Street, Duncan. Admission $2. “Garden Treasures Corner” has great buys! A huge variety of plants at cheap prices, come early! FMI 250.746.2422 or cowichanvalleygardenclub.comLive Music: ‘Kemal Evans Band’ brings rock/dance music to Moby’s Pub on Saltspring. FMI 250.537.5559Live Music: acoustic power duo ‘Zonnis’ with special guest Beverley McKeen at the Duncan Showroom for an 8 pm show, all ages. No alcohol venue. $12/adv, $15/door. Tix online at showroomproductions.ca. FMI 250.748.7246Parents Unite Garage Sale: get rid of that trunk full of children’s toys, clothes or family items! Island Savings Centre 9 am - 12 noon. Tables $20/ea. FMI 250.748.7529Calling all Artists 45th Annual Cowichan Valley Fine Arts Show: featuring clay, woodwork, painting, glass and more. PORTALS, the CVAC Centre of Arts, Duncan (inside the Island Savings Centre). Mon - Fri 10 - 5pm, Sat 10 - 1pm. Apr 7 - 22. Free. FMI cowichanvalleyartisans.com 250.746.1633

Live Music/Performance: ‘Elvis and Friends’ is an evening of musical history featuring some of the best tribute artists in the business. Come see ‘Elvis’, ‘Tom Jones’, ‘Anne Murray’ and ‘Jackie Wilson’ at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre 7:30 pm. All tix $41.75. Video samples at legendsofrocknroll.com. FMI/tix cowichanpac.ca or 250.748.7529BC Forest Discovery Centre: explore the artifacts of early logging camps in BC and ride an old train. Fun for the whole family! 2892 Drinkwater Rd., Duncan. Apr 6 - May 31, Thu - Mon 10 am - 4 pm. FMI/admission rates 250.715.1113

12 APR SUNCobblestone Inn: Comedy Night - $7.50 (make a reservation) FMI: thecobblestone.ca or 250.743.4232Live Music: ‘Palm Court Orchestra: Around the World in 80 Days’ at Cowichan Performing Arts Centre 2:30 pm. Tix $12 - $33. FMI/tix cowichanpac.ca or 250.748.7529BC Forest Discovery Centre: explore the artifacts of early logging camps in BC and ride an old train. Fun for the whole family! 2892 Drinkwater Rd., Duncan. Apr 6 - May 31, Thu - Mon 10 am - 4 pm. FMI/admission rates 250.715.1113Live Music: Chilean-born jazz musician brings his ‘Marco Clavaria Project’ to the Duncan Showroom for an 8 pm show, all ages. No alcohol venue. $15/adv, $20/door. Tix online at showroomproductions.ca. FMI 250.748.7246Vancouver Island Karate Tournament: regional qualifier at the Island Savings Centre 9 am - 4 pm. $5/adult, $2/child. FMI 250.748.9111Live Music: jazz at the Crofton featuring the Nanaimo Musician’s Association Band (NMA) directed by Bryon Stovell. Show 2 - 5 pm, $10/door. FMI 250.324.224511th Annual Cowichan Aboriginal Festival of Film and Art: Apr 1 - 30 at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre. Enjoy a medley of tradition, art, film screenings and workshops showcasing the amazing community of skilled Aboriginal professionals who use film and art to tell their own stories in their own words. FMI/tix aff.cowichan.net or 250.746.7529

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Cowichan Valley Artisans Group Show: featuring clay, woodwork, painting, glass and more. PORTALS, the CVAC Centre of Arts, Duncan (inside the Island Savings Centre). Mon - Fri 10 - 5pm, Sat 10 - 1pm. Apr 7 - 22. Free. FMI cowichanvalleyartisans.com 250.746.1633

14 APR TUECowichan Valley Artisans Group Show: featuring clay, woodwork, painting, glass and more. PORTALS, the CVAC Centre of Arts, Duncan (inside the Island Savings Centre). Mon - Fri 10 - 5pm, Sat 10 - 1pm. Apr 7 - 22. Free. FMI cowichanvalleyartisans.com 250.746.1633Live Music: Blues Tuesday hosted by ‘Thor and the Thundercast’ at the Duncan Showroom. Sit in, showcase or just watch and enjoy! 8 pm show, all ages. No alcohol venue. $10/audience, $5/players. FMI 250.748.7246Wills & Estates: Learn from a local lawyer about wills, powers of attorney & representation agreements. 6:30 - 7:30 pm Cowichan Library, Duncan. Register at front desk to reserve spot or call 250.746.7661

15 APR WEDLive Comedy: comedian Derek Edwards brings ‘Baloney and Wine’ to the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre for a 7:30 pm show described as ‘a tightly woven running commentary about human nature’. Not to be missed! Tix $42. FMI/tix cowichanpac.ca or 250.748.7529Cowichan Valley Artisans Group Show: featuring clay, woodwork, painting, glass and more. PORTALS, the CVAC Centre of Arts, Duncan (inside the Island Savings Centre). Mon - Fri 10 - 5pm, Sat 10 - 1pm. Apr 7 - 22. Free. FMI cowichanvalleyartisans.com 250.746.1633

16 APR THULive Theatre: ‘Grim and Fischer’ is a full-face mask performance by ‘The Wonderheads’. It is wordless and whimsical, a fun blend of physical theatre, comedy and pathos. Not to be missed! Cowichan Performing Arts Centre 7:30 pm. Suitable for 10 years and up. Tix $21.50 - $27. FMI/tix cowichanpac.ca or 250.748.7529 Cowichan Valley Artisans Group Show: featuring clay, woodwork, painting, glass and more. PORTALS, the CVAC Centre of Arts, Duncan (inside the Island Savings Centre). Mon - Fri 10 - 5pm, Sat 10 - 1pm. Apr 7 - 22. Free. FMI cowichanvalleyartisans.com 250.746.1633Live Music: singer/songwriter ‘Scott Shea’ and friends at the Duncan Showroom for an 8 pm show, all ages. No alcohol venue. $12/adv, $15/door. Tix online at showroomproductions.ca. FMI 250.748.7246

17 APR FRICowichan Valley Artisans Group Show: PORTALS, the CVAC Centre of Arts, Duncan (inside the Island Savings Centre). Mon - Fri 10 - 5pm, Sat 10 - 1pm. Apr 7 - 22. Free. FMI cowichanvalleyartisans.com 250.746.1633Live Music: outstanding acoustic guitar player ‘Michael Jerome Brown’ comes to the Duncan Showroom for an 8 pm show, all ages. No alcohol venue. $22/adv, $25/door. Tix online at showroomproductions.ca. FMI 250.748.7246Live Music: ‘Cease and Desist’ brings their rock/dance music to Moby’s Pub on Saltspring. FMI 250.537.5559Live Music: ‘Ear Candy’ plays the River Rock Bar and Grill in Duncan at 9 pm. No cover. FMI 250.748.4311

18 APR SATCobblestone Inn: Smiley Family - $10 at the door FMI: thecobblestone.ca or 250.743.4232

13 APR MONLive Music: for classical music lovers, ‘Morning Musicale’, hosted by pianist Sarah Hagen with guest Benjamin Butterfield, tenor, takes place at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre at 10:30 am. Onstage seating, pre-concert chats and a table of treats. Tix $22. FMI/tix 250.748.7529 or cowichanpac.caLive Theatre: the heartwarming production ‘Miss Caledonia’ comes to the ArtSpring Theatre on Salt Spring Island at 7:30 pm. Tix $23/adult, $5/youth. FMI/tix artspring.ca or 250.537.2102 Death Café: is a relaxed environment where people of all walks of life can come together to discuss the wide range of perspectives on death and dying. Space for listening and conversations, along with coffee, tea and some goodies to enjoy! 5:30 - 7:30 pm at the Cowichan Branch Library, Duncan. Free but space limited reserve your spot at 250-746-7661

THE FOUNDATIONThe Cowichan Seniors Community Foundation;

· is a community of businesses and non-profit organiza-tions that serve adult residents of the Cowichan Valley

· mission is to identify emerging issues affecting se-niors through dialogue with businesses, non-profits and Valley residents

· is an information, collaboration and funding resource for organizations that serve our aging population

· communicates information about our network mem-bers' services and the issues affecting our community

· links with other organizations to ensure critical gaps in Valley services are bridged

· knowledge, support and services

OUR VISIONThe Foundation was established to advocate for awareness of services for all seniors and to assist in community response to emerging needs for the well-being of seniors in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, BC

OUR PHILOSOPHYThe Cowichan Seniors Community Foundation believes that by engaging seniors groups in a part-nering strategy and collaborating in fundraising efforts, much success can be enjoyed by provid-ing goods and services not otherwise accessible The Foundation offers financial support, exper-tise, and advocacy to enhance the efforts already made by many volunteers and professionals to-wards better senior's health and wellness in the Cowichan Valley

OUR MANDATETo support seniors services in the Cowichan Valley

SPEAKERS BUREAUWe would be pleased to provide a speaker for your group, club or organization

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Cowichan Valley Artisans Group Show: featuring clay, woodwork, painting, glass and more. PORTALS, the CVAC Centre of Arts, Duncan (inside the Island Savings Centre). Mon - Fri 10 - 5pm, Sat 10 - 1pm. Apr 7 - 22. Free. FMI www.cowichanvalleyartisans.com 250.746.1633Live Music: veteran blues musician and award-winner ‘David Vest’ comes to the Duncan Showroom for an 8 pm show, all ages. No alcohol venue. $20/adv, $22/door. Tix online at showroomproductions.ca. FMI 250.748.72464th Annual Cowichan Valley Whiskey Festival: samplings, appetizers and door prizes! $75/ticket with proceeds to Rotary Club of Duncan Daybreak projects. Event held 7 - 10 pm at Oceanfront Suites at Cowichan Bay. Tix at Beverly Corners Liquor Store, by phone at 250.710.2908 or online at cvwhiskeyfest.caLive Music: ‘Cease and Desist’ brings their rock/dance music to Moby’s Pub on Saltspring. FMI 250.537.5559

Live Music: ‘Open Mic Night’ at St. Michael’s Hall in Chemainus starts at 7 pm. Participants and audience members welcome! By donation. FMI cvcas.comBC Forest Discovery Centre: explore the artifacts of early logging camps in BC and ride an old train. Fun for the whole family! 2892 Drinkwater Rd., Duncan. Apr 6 - May 31, Thu - Mon 10 am - 4 pm. FMI/admission rates 250.715.1113

19 APR SUNLive Music: Toronto-based ‘Cris Cuddy’ comes to the Duncan Showroom for an 8 pm show, all ages. No alcohol venue. $15/adv, $18/door. Tix online at showroomproductions.ca. FMI 250.748.7246Live Music: Vancouver’s pre-eminent mixed-voice choir the ‘Vancouver Bach Choir’ brings large-scale choral classics to ArtSpring Theatre on Salt Spring Island 2:30 - 4:30 pm. Tix $28/adult, $5/youth. FMI/tix artspring.ca or 250.537.2102

Live Music: jazz at the Crofton featuring vocalist Susannah Adams and her Quartet. Show 2 - 5 pm, $10/door. FMI 250.324.2245

20 APR MONCowichan Valley Artisans Group Show: featuring clay, woodwork, painting, glass and more. PORTALS, the CVAC Centre of Arts, Duncan (inside the Island Savings Centre). Mon - Fri 10 - 5pm, Sat 10 - 1pm. Apr 7 - 22. Free. FMI cowichanvalleyartisans.com 250.746.1633Documentary Night at the Library: ‘Fed Up’ shows from 6 - 8 pm. Thirty years ago, the food industry changed and the shelves of grocery stores filled with low-fat snacks. What happened and why are we more unhealthy than ever? Free. FMI 250.746.7661Live Music: ‘Earle and the Steadies’ bring reggae rock to the Duncan Showroom for an 8 pm show, all ages. No alcohol venue. $12/adv, $15/door. Tix online at showroomproductions.ca. FMI 250.748.7246

21 APR TUECowichan Valley Artisans Group Show: featuring clay, woodwork, painting, glass and more. PORTALS, the CVAC Centre of Arts, Duncan (inside the Island Savings Centre). Mon - Fri 10 - 5pm, Sat 10 - 1pm. Apr 7 - 22. Free. FMI cowichanvalleyartisans.com 250.746.1633Open Mic Night: for budding musicians at the Duncan Showroom 7:30 pm. Friendly atmosphere, everyone welcome! All ages, no alcohol venue. $5/door. FMI 250.748.7246

22 APR WEDCowichan Valley Artisans Group Show: featuring clay, woodwork, painting, glass and more. PORTALS, the CVAC Centre of Arts, Duncan (inside the Island Savings Centre). Mon - Fri 10 - 5pm, Sat 10 - 1pm. Apr 7 - 22. Free. FMI cowichanvalleyartisans.com 250.746.1633

11th Annual Cowichan Aboriginal Festival of Film and Art: Apr 1 - 30 at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre. Enjoy a medley of tradition, art, film screenings and workshops showcasing the amazing community of skilled Aboriginal professionals who use film and art to tell their own stories in their own words. FMI/tix aff.cowichan.net or 250.746.7529Earth Day Celebrations: at Centennial Park on Salt Spring Island. Activities for all ages, music, food and more! Free. FMI saltspringmarket.com

23 APR THULive Music: the ‘Preparing for Greatness’ Tour comes to the Duncan Showroom for an 8 pm show featuring Sirreal and Blue Satellite/JDK /Keitz Beatz /Memo/ Nine2Five /QB /Switchblade (WHite Noise)/ Morgan Murray /The New Addiction/ Myztique. All ages, no alcohol venue. Tix $15/advance at showroomproductions.caMonthly Book Club: at the Salt Spring Public Library, 1 - 3 pm on the fourth Thu of each month. Library-run, open and structured conversation about book of the month. Free, everyone welcome! FMI 250. 537.4666

24 APR FRISpring Home & Leisure Show: spring cleaning/home renovations in your future? Evergreen Exhibitions brings all the professionals together under one roof. Free admission. Island Savings Centre Apr 24 - 26. FMI 250.748.752945th Annual Brentwood Regatta: 1600 athletes and coaches traveling from the United States and all parts of British Columbia compete in 3 day event FMI Debbie Sage (250) 743 5521 ext. 136 or http://regatta.brentwood.bc.ca/regatta-info/Live Music: ‘Tropic Mayhem’ plays the River Rock Bar and Grill in Duncan at 9 pm. No cover. FMI 250.748.4311

Calling All Artists 45th Annual Cowichan Valley Fine Arts Show

The Cowichan Valley Arts Council (CVAC) is busy preparing for the 45th annual Cowichan Valley Fine Arts Show - one of Vancouver Island's largest open art exhibitions and sales . It will be held at the Island Savings Centre in the Cowichan Suites and PORTALS - The CVAC Centre of Arts, Culture and Heritage located at 2687 James Street in Duncan, BC. The show runs from Wednesday, April 29th, 2015 through Sunday May 3rd 2015. CVAC is proud to provide this wonderful opportunity for artists and artisans to showcase their work. In-person registration will take place during the "CVFAS Registration Window" held Wednesday April 8th to Saturday April 11th, 2015 from 10:00am to 5:00 each day at PORTALS. No mailed in registra-tions forms will be accepted. Artist Registration Fee is $25.00. Final deadline for entry is Saturday April 11th, 2015. All students, emerging and professional artists and artisans, aged 16 or older, who are members in good standing with CVAC, are eligible to enter one (1) piece of original artwork that has not been previ-ously shown in any other venue. Entry and show information is available at PORTALS, located in the Island Savings Centre, on the CVAC website at www.cowichanvalleyartscouncil.ca or please call the CVAC office at 250.746.1633

CVFAS Opening Night, Tuesday April 28th, 2015 Open to the Public Wednesday April 29th - Sunday May 3rd, 2015

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It's used but it's new to me. Used vehicles are my absolute favourite! I'm not really talking about old broken down beaters although they have their own charm.

If you look at anything, vehicle wise, in the past 5-8 years you will find they have most of the bells and whistles you want or need Used cars are nicely worn-in like a good baseball glove They're comfortable They are like your favorite old pair of jeans In the first 3-5 years the worst of the depreciation is over so your investment will hold its value longer Another reason used cars can be a good option (especially if you're a parent) is that you aren't likely to have a "freak-out" when your kids spill their soda or milk or whatever they may be drinking or munching on With a used car it's just easier to relax and allow the vehicle to fulfill the basic intended purpose without being all fussy If the car is older than 8 years, or so, chances are good the seller will be highly motivated to sell This really puts you, as the buyer, in the drivers seat and is yet another reason to look for used versus new If the pre-vious owner was organized, you can usually get a hold of the service records These documents allow you a glimpse into the overall 'health' of the vehicle from time of first sale to the pres-ent When reviewing the service history You may have to read between the lines a bit For example if the car is a 4x4, has less than 80,000KM's and already has new shocks this tells you something It might say to you, for example, this vehicle was

used as someone's off-road 'toy' as opposed to having been off road only occasionally or, better yet, not at all This very well could be a red flag If the vehicle was driven hard it will likely have other issues yet to emerge Generally though, what you notice in service records is whether the vehicle seems to have been cared for or ne-glected You don't have to be Sherlock Holmes to figure this out Think in terms of: was the oil changed regularly? Did they rotate the tires? This kind of thing Just check the records and you will see a picture emerge You might want to look for any expensive service items and ask about them If, after reviewing the records, you still have questions you should have it checked out by your local mechanic just for the extra peace of mind It is not expensive and he will go through a check list with you and let you know what you may be in for If you're buying at a dealer think critically about whether the fact that they checked the ve-hicle is enough for you Sometimes a 3rd party with no vested interest will see things in a differ-ent light Finally, a used car can really be made to feel new again with things such as new tires, brakes and regular detailing If you look at the total picture and take into consideration all the factors there is no reason a used vehicle can't be as good as new or even better!

Live Theatre: Chemainus Theatre Festival presents ‘The Mousetrap’, a famous murder mystery by Agatha Christie, Wed - Sun from Apr 24 - May 30. Matinee and evening performances available. FMI/tix chemainustheatrefestival.ca or 1.800.565.7738Creating Blackout Poetry: celebrate National Poetry Month by turning the pages of retired books into poems at Cowichan Branch Library in Duncan from 4 - 5 pm. Free. FMI 250.746.7661Live Music: ‘Ange Hehr’ brings rock/dance music to Moby’s Pub on Saltspring. FMI 250.537.5559

25 APR SATLive Music: the 4th Sat of each month ‘Bony Fingers’ hosts a jam from 2 - 6 pm at The Green Lantern Sports Pub and Grill in Ladysmith. No cover. FMI 250.246.3131The Met Live in HD: ‘Cavalleria Rusticana/Pagliacci’, opera’s most enduring tragic double bill, comes to the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre at 9:30 am. Running time 3 hours 30 min. Tix up to $26 (adult). FMI/tix cowichanpac.ca or 250.748.7529Spring Home & Leisure Show: spring cleaning/home renovations in your future? Evergreen Exhibitions brings all the professionals together under one roof. Free admission. Island Savings Centre Apr 24 - 26. FMI 250.748.7529Live Music: The Freedom Gospel Choir presents their annual concert at St.Andrews Presbyterian Church in Duncan at 7:30 pm. Hear a variety of Gospel songs, sung in haunting, jazz, blues and traditional styles. Adults $15, children 12 and under free. Tix in advance from choir members or from Ann FMI 250.748.5752 [email protected] Annual Brentwood Regatta: 1600 athletes and coaches traveling from the United States and all parts of British Columbia compete in 3 day event FMI Debbie Sage (250) 743 5521 ext. 136 or http://regatta.brentwood.bc.ca/regatta-info/Live Music: ‘Soul Shakedown’ brings some soul/rock music to Moby’s Pub on Saltspring. FMI 250.537.5559Live Theatre: Chemainus Theatre Festival presents ‘The Mousetrap’, a famous murder mystery by Agatha Christie, Wed - Sun from Apr 24 - May 30. Matinee and evening performances available. FMI/tix chemainustheatrefestival.ca or 1.800.565.7738Pickleball Tournament: one day round-robin tournament at Cowichan Lake Recreation - Curling Rink. 10 am - 4 pm, 19+. $10/person. Bring your lunch and racquet. FMI 250.749.6742BC Forest Discovery Centre: explore the artifacts of early logging camps in BC and ride an old train. Fun for the whole family! 2892 Drinkwater Rd., Duncan. Apr 6 - May 31, Thu - Mon 10 am - 4 pm. FMI/admission rates 250.715.1113

26 APR SUN45th Annual Brentwood Regatta: 1600 athletes and coaches traveling from the United States and all parts of British Columbia compete in 3 day event FMI Debbie Sage (250) 743 5521 ext. 136 or http://regatta.brentwood.bc.ca/regatta-info/

BC Forest Discovery Centre: explore the artifacts of early logging camps in BC and ride an old train. Fun for the whole family! 2892 Drinkwater Rd., Duncan. Apr 6 - May 31, Thu - Mon 10 am - 4 pm. FMI/admission rates 250.715.1113Live Music: jazz at the Crofton featuring vocalist Sue Newman from Saltspring Island with el Zocalo Quintet. Show 2 - 5 pm, $10/door. FMI 250.324.2245Spring Home & Leisure Show: spring cleaning/home renovations in your future? Evergreen Exhibitions brings all the professionals together under one roof. Free admission. Island Savings Centre Apr 24 - 26. FMI 250.748.7529BC Forest Discovery Centre: explore the artifacts of early logging camps in BC and ride an old train. Fun for the whole family! 2892 Drinkwater Rd., Duncan. Apr 6 - May 31, Thu - Mon 10 am - 4 pm. FMI/admission rates 250.715.1113Live Music: Chemainus Classical Concerts presents “4 Strings, 88 Keys, 1 Reed” with Joanne Cowan, violin, and Ann Mendenhall, piano at St. Michael’s Church, Chemainus at 2 pm. FMI www.ChemainusClassicalConcerts.caLive Music: The Freedom Gospel Choir presents their annual concert at St.Andrews Presbyterian Church in Duncan at 2 pm. Hear a variety of Gospel songs, sung in haunting, jazz, blues and traditional styles. Adults $15, children 12 and under free. Tix in advance from choir members or from Ann FMI 250.748.5752 [email protected] Biking Event: the 2015 Island Cup Series Cobble Hill X-Country Race takes place at Cobble Hill Nature Park at 12 noon. FMI islandcupseries.comLive Theatre: Chemainus Theatre Festival presents ‘The Mousetrap’, a famous murder mystery by Agatha Christie, Wed - Sun from Apr 24 - May 30. Matinee and evening performances available. FMI/tix chemainustheatrefestival.ca or 1.800.565.7738

27 APR MONFilm Presentation: Reel Alternatives presents ‘The Trip to Italy’ starring Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre at 7 pm. Tix $12, proceeds to Cowichan Valley Hospice Services. FMI/tix 250.748.7529 or cowichanpac.caCarpet Bowling Tournament: one day round-robin tournament at Cowichan Lake Recreation - Curling Rink. 9:30 am - 4 pm, 19+. $10/person, $20/team. Light lunch provided. FMI 250.749.6742Live Music: slide guitarists ‘Bob Blair and Sue Decker’ come to the Duncan Showroom for an 8 pm show, all ages. No alcohol venue. $12/adv, $15/door. Tix online at showroomproductions.ca. FMI 250.748.7246Live Music: vocalist ensemble ‘VocaMe’ returns to Salt Spring Island for a 7:30 - 9:30 pm performance at ArtSpring Theatre. They will sing the music of Hildegard von Bingen (1098-1179) former nun, composer, and philosopher. Tix $25/adult, $5/youth. FMI/tix artspring.ca or 250.537.2102

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We lucky few, who have chosen to make our homes in this most amazing and geographically and (increasingly) culturally diverse part of the world, sometimes forget how blessed we truly are Why, for example, on long weekends are there such long line-ups to catch a ferry here? Why, do tourists come from all over the world to visit? Why indeed? Well it's obvious to me: this place is special From the history and architec-ture of towns large and small, to the sweeping natural vistas of mountain and ocean there is something to suit every taste Some people enjoy the simple pleasures of shopping and dining in an urban environment If that suits your fancy you can find it Whether it's Nanaimo to Chemainus or Duncan to Shawnigan Lake or any one of the many points between you will discover local shopping and cafes that are truly world class If the outdoors are more your game Vancouver Is-land is a paradise From rock climbing to skiing, golfing, fishing or boating it's all right here! For the truly active person you could, in theory, do 18 holes of golf in the morning and head up for some afternoon or night skiing at Mt Washington (when the snow gods cooperate of course) How fun is that? When my wife and I moved to the Island in 2002 I was earning a business degree

and thought this was a temporary stop along the way We had even discussed the idea of moving back to Vancouver after graduation That was 13 years ago Since that time we have raised 2 boys (work in progress) camped on the beaches of the Island, taken whale watching cruises, visited the old-growth rain forests, enjoyed city nightlife, and taken in the great outdoors I cannot see ever leaving the Island; there is just too much to love I havn't even talked about the great people here People on Vancouver Island tend to have a unique spirit, a can-do attitude After all, the people that live here have literally built the cities, roads, and bridges We all have something we can contribute We all have a voice and a part to play on this great stage One thing I've learned is you can't just waste away on the sofa, or expect that this world owes you, if you want to enjoy this one life we have to live you have to get up, get out there and make a positive imact! Seek out places in your city that speak to you Find your passion, do amazing things and above all: "Carpe Diem" seize the day

Simon Rideout, Editor & Publisher What’s On Digest Cowichan; What’s On Digest Nanaimo.www.rideoutcommunications.com

SaysSimonSeize the DayWith such an incredible array of things to do and see on Vancouver Island there truly is no excuse for sitting on the couch.

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Cowichan Valley Museum and Archives: ‘Electric Memories: The Duncan Powerhouse’ explores the advent of electricity in Duncan and how it changed lives. Museum open Wed - Fri 11 am - 4 pm and Sat 1 - 4 pm. By donation. FMI 250.746.6612 Youth Corner: Mon - Fri See details under "Every Monday" FMI 250.748.7529 Art Exhibit: ‘Island Paradise’ Mon- Fri See details under "Every Monday" FMI artspring.caLive Theatre: Chemainus Theatre Festival presents ‘The Mousetrap’, a famous murder mystery by Agatha Christie, Wed - Sun from Apr 24 - May 30. Matinee and evening perfor-mances available. FMI/tix chemainus-theatrefestival.ca or 1.800.565.7738Computer Programming for Youth: learn computer programming on the Raspberry Pi mini-computer at the Salt Spring Island Public Library. 4:30 pm. Youth of all ages welcome. FMI [email protected]

EVERY THURSDAYCowichan Valley Museum and Archives: Wed - Fri, FMI 250.746.6612 See details under "Every Wednesday"Cobblestone Pub: “Wing Nights” & $3.50 drinks.Live Theatre: Chemainus Theatre ‘The Mousetrap’ Wed - Sun. Starts Apr 24th. FMI 1.800.565.7738 See details under "Every Wednesday"Open Mic: with Ross and Dave at Moby’s Pub on Salt Spring, 9 pm - midnight. Free. FMI 250.537.5559 Youth Corner: Mon - Fri See details under "Every Monday" FMI 250.748.7529 Live Music: local bands compete for the chance to perform at the inau-gural Salt Spring Garlic and Music Festival Moby’s Pub, Salt Spring Island, 8 pm. FMI 250.537.5559Art Exhibit: ‘Island Paradise’ Mon- Fri See details under "Every Monday" FMI artspring.caBC Forest Discovery Centre: Thu - Mon. FMI 250.715.1113 See details under "Every Monday"

EVERY FRIDAYCowichan Valley Museum and Archives: Wed - Fri, FMI 250.746.6612 See details under "Every Wednesday" Live Theatre: Chemainus Theatre ‘The Mousetrap’ Wed - Sun. Starts Apr 24th. FMI 1.800.565.7738 See details under "Every Wednesday"Youth Corner: Mon - Fri See details under "Every Monday" FMI 250.748.7529 Games Night: Salt Spring Island Pub-lic Library. Free, all-ages, drop-in. 6 pm. board games, magic, and social-ization, facilitated by Bryan Dubien. FMI [email protected]

EVERY WEEKDAILY11th Annual Cowichan Aboriginal Festival of Film and Art: Apr 1 - 30 Cowichan Performing Arts Centre. Enjoy a medley of tradition, art, film screenings and workshops showcasing the amazing community of skilled Aboriginal professionals who use film and art to tell their own stories in their own words. FMI/tix aff.cowichan.net or 250.746.7529Live Music: with few exceptions there is music each night of the month at the Duncan Showroom! Outstanding line-up of artists worth checking out at showroomproductions.caCowichan Valley Artisans Group Show: Featuring clay, woodwork, painting, glass and more. PORTALS, the CVAC Centre of Arts, 2687 James Street, Dun-can (inside the Island Savings Centre). Mon - Fri 10 - 5pm, Sat 10 - 1pm. Apr 7 - 22. Free. FMI www.cowichanvalley-artisans.com 250.746.1633Art Exhibit: featured artists for April at the artisan’s cooperative ‘Imagine That’ include Todd MacAneeley and Joyce Le-roux . 251 Craig St. Duncan. Open Mon - Sat, 10 am - 4 pm. FMI 250.748.6776

EVERY MONDAYBC Forest Discovery Centre: explore the artifacts of early logging camps in BC and the communities that grew up around them. Ride an old train. Fun for the whole family! 2892 Drinkwater Rd., Duncan. Apr 6 - May 31, Thu - Mon 10 am - 4 pm. FMI/admission rates 250.715.1113Tech Tutoring: Free one-on-one tutoring on any technical issue. Monday, Thursday and Saturday afternoons at the Salt Spring Island Public Library. Sign up for a session by contacting the library at [email protected]. Art Exhibit: ‘Island Paradise’ by David Baughan in the Lobby of ArtSpring Theatre on Salt Spring Island. Mon- Fri 9 am - 5 pm. Free. FMI artspring.caYouth Corner: an after-school drop-in centre for youth to hang out, make friends, watch movies, play video games and more! 3:15 - 5:30 (Mon - Wed), 3:15 - 8:30 (Thu), 3:15 - 9 pm (Fri) at the Island Savings Centre. Gr. 6 and up. Free! FMI 250.748.7529

EVERY TUESDAY Art Exhibit: ‘Island Paradise’ Mon- Fri See details under "Every Monday" FMI artspring.caYouth Corner: Mon - Fri See details under "Every Monday" FMI 250.748.7529

EVERY WEDNESDAYSongJam: with Wendy Milton at Moby’s Pub on Salt Spring, 7:30 - 10 pm. Free. FMI 250.537.5559

Bridge Club: 10 am at the Salt Spring Island Public Library. All ages welcome to learn to play and enjoy bridge. FMI [email protected] Exhibit: ‘Island Paradise’ Mon- Fri See details under "Every Monday" FMI artspring.caFamily Storytime: Salt Spring Island Public Library, 10:30 - 11:15 am. Free, drop-in. Most suitable for kids 3 - 6 years and their families but all are welcome! Stories, songs, crafts. FMI [email protected] Music: showcasing local talent each Fri starting at 9 pm at the River Rock Bar and Grill, Duncan. No cover. FMI 250.748.4311BC Forest Discovery Centre: Thu - Mon. FMI 250.715.1113 See details under "Every Monday"

EVERY SATURDAYDuncan Farmers’ Market: Year round in Market Square, downtown Duncan. Fresh fruit, veggies, honey, baked goods, crafts and more! 9 am - 2 pm. FMI duncanfarmersmarket.caCowichan Valley Museum and Archives: Wed - Fri, FMI 250.746.6612 See details under "Every Wednesday"Live Theatre: Chemainus Theatre ‘The Mousetrap’ Wed - Sun. Starts Apr 24th. FMI 1.800.565.7738 See details under "Every Wednesday"Salt Spring’s Saturday Market: start-ing Easter weekend (Apr 4) 8:30 am - 4 pm. Oceanside at Centennial Park, Ganges, Salt Spring Island. Over 140 artisan and produce vendors includ-ing world-class potters, jewellers, painters. Live music and entertain-ment. FMI saltspringmarket.comChess and Scrabble Club: 10 am Salt Spring Island Public Library. All welcome, enjoy chess and scrabble in a relaxed, social environment. No ex-perience required, all levels welcome. FMI [email protected]: kids 3 and under and their parent/caregiver welcome. 30 minutes of songs, activities, and simple stories. Salt Spring Island Public Library. 10:30 am. FMI: [email protected] Music Poker: 7 - 11 pm at the River Rock Bar and Grill, Duncan. Win a trip to Las Vegas! FMI 250.748.4311BC Forest Discovery Centre: Thu - Mon. FMI 250.715.1113 See details under "Every Monday"

EVERY SUNDAYLive Theatre: Chemainus Theatre ‘The Mousetrap’ Wed - Sun. Starts Apr 24th. FMI 1.800.565.7738 See details under "Every Wednesday"Live Jazz: 2 - 5 pm at the Crofton Hotel. $10/door. FMI 250.324.2245BC Forest Discovery Centre: Thu - Mon. FMI 250.715.1113 See details under "Every Monday"

Prose? Poetry? This wonderful section from Kit Pepper’s book about her season in the Guatemala highlands, Let Beauty Be, seems close to a diary entry, yet her choice of words and simile transforms it into poetry Kit has woven the beauty (and the poverty) of the area into an enchanting tapestry The fact that she is a runner and that these poems record her daily running route during her months when she was working at a clinic in the highlands, grounds the poems into a reality that can include garbage dumps and bird-filled forests in the very same verse You may think of poetry as fitting on a page, or two, but this book is a single long poem the length of a novella

Kit Pepper lives on Gabriola Island and works in the faculty of Education at Vancouver Island University She has travelled widely and her travels are reflected in her poetry Her poems have appeared in many literary journals She is an extremely modest person and attributes the richness of her life to her students and three sons

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Musical Venues on Salt SpringThe Island's top acoustic nightspot is the Tree House Café (250 538 7309), offering live music for more than 100 straight nights each May – Sept in downtown Ganges

Three heritage community gathering places –Mahon Hall in Ganges, south end Fulford Hall and Beaver Point Hall – host bands and stage dances periodically

Blues musicians and rock bands regularly play the tiny stage at Moby's Pub (250 537 5559) in Ganges

The Saltspring Inn (250 537 9339) hosts Sunday evening jazz performances

Salt Spring Island Public Libraryinfo@saltspringlibrary com (250 537 4666

Year-round Studio TourYear round self-guided tour of 30 diverse studios/workshops Map/info at saltspringstudiotour com

Salt Spring Easter Art TourApril 3 - 5, 10 am - 5 pm daily Annual self-guided tour sponsored by the Salt Spring Arts Council saltspringeasterarttour com or 250 537 0899

ArtSpring TheatreSalt Spring's Centre for the Arts, the island's main location for concerts, art exhibitions, the-atre and performing arts Run by the Island Arts Centre Society artspring ca or 250 537 2125

Salt Spring's Saturday MarketStarting Easter weekend (Apr 4) through the last Sat in Oct, 8:30 am - 4 pm rain or shine Oceanside at Centennial Park, Ganges, Salt Spring Island Over 140 artisan and produce vendors including world-class potters, jewel-lers, painters Organic produce and snacks Live music and entertainment - a great day out! FMI saltspringmarket com

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28 APR TUESpoken Word Event: ‘For the Love of Words’ with host Bill Levity at the Duncan Showroom 7:30 pm. $5/speakers $7/audience. FMI showroomproductions.caLive Music: jazz/Latin singer ‘Patricia Cano’ comes to the ArtSpring Theatre on Salt Spring Island 7:30 - 9:30 pm. Tix $23/adult, $5/youth. FMI/tix artspring.ca or 250.537.2101

29 APR WEDLive Music: pop-rocker singer-songwriter ‘Ian Kelly’ from Montreal comes to the Duncan Showroom for an 8 pm show, all ages. No alcohol venue. $12/adv, $15/door. Tix online at showroomproductions.ca. FMI 250.748.7246Live Theatre: Chemainus Theatre Festival presents ‘The Mousetrap’, a famous murder mystery by Agatha Christie, Wed - Sun from Apr 24 - May 30. Matinee and evening performances available. FMI/tix chemainustheatrefestival.ca or 1.800.565.7738

45th Annual Cowichan Valley Fine Arts Show: Open to the Public April 29th-May 3rd, 2015, Admission $5.00 (children under 12 are free) and don’t forget to pick up your $5.00 raffle ticket for a chance to win one of the 2 amazing price packages valued at just over $1800.00 each, tickets on sale now at PORTALS, 2687 James Street, Duncan, BC please visit the website at www.cowichanvalleyartscouncil.ca or call 250.746.1633 for additional information.

30 APR THU45th Annual Cowichan Valley Fine Arts Show: Open to the Public April 29th-May 3rd, 2015, Admission $5.00 (children under 12 are free) and don’t forget to pick up your $5.00 raffle ticket for a chance to win one of the 2 amazing price packages valued at just over $1800.00 each, tickets on sale now at PORTALS, 2687 James Street, Duncan, BC please visit the website at www.cowichanvalleyartscouncil.ca or call 250.746.1633 for additional information.Live Theatre: Chemainus Theatre Festival presents ‘The Mousetrap’, a famous murder mystery by Agatha Christie, Wed - Sun from Apr 24 - May 30. Matinee and evening performances available. FMI/tix chemainustheatrefestival.ca or 1.800.565.7738

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Should I Be Using MacKeeper?Should I be using MacKeeper? I get this question on a daily basis. I suppose the real question is, “What is MacKeeper, and why does it appear to be so ubiquitous?

MacKeeper is a utility software suite that of-fers anti-virus, data control, system cleaning, and system optimization, along with other features MacKeeper is ostensibly designed to help your computer In this respect, it is a legitimate piece of software Yet, as a technician, I urge my customers to remove it from their systems MacKeeper uses scare tactics to promote their product Using “Pop-Under” adver-tisements, it will warn people to clean their Macs These messages suggest that infections may have been found on the computer, and will claim this even before scanning the computer It is a nasty way to take advantage of those who do not know better This is the first reason I do not recommend MacKeeper The software has questionable value at best MacKeeper is an “always-running” application There is no

simple way to turn it off once it is installed The software even advertises that it will speed up your Mac The problem with this is if your computer was already slower to begin with, it is likely MacKeeper will only further slow your

computer down Once MacKeeper has been installed, it is not an easy task to remove it The app installs itself deep in your system files The uninstall procedure, provided by the developers, will

only delete parts of it Thereafter, MacKeeper files will still be found throughout the com-puter MacKeeper may not be a virus, or mal-ware, but it is poorly designed with little to no value, and uses questionable tactics If you are looking for a quick fix to a slow system, reli-able anti-virus, or data control, a professional can help determine the right software for you

by Marc Wright

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Yet, as a technician, I urge my customers to remove it from their systems.

MacKeeper uses scare tactics to promote their product.

Created by Conceived by

Richard Maltby, Jr. William MeadeAdapted from the Broadway Production by Richard Maltby, Jr. and Jason Edwards

Orchestrations by Steven Bishop and Jeff Lisenby Additional arrangements by David AbbinantiRing of Fire was originally produced on Broadway by William Meade, CTM Productions, Bob Cuillo, GFour Productions, and James B. Freydberg

“Ring of Fire” is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide (TRW), 570 Seventh Avenue, Suite 2100, New York, NY 10018. (866) 378-9758 www.theatricalrights.com

1.800.565.7738chemainustheatre.ca

February 20 - April 11 Tickets from $25

Death has found his match in a tenacious

granny who isn’t ready to take her

last breath. Comedy and pathos like

you’ve never seen it.

Thursday, April 167:30pm

Tickets: $27

2687 James St., Duncan, BCTicket Centre: 250.748.7529

www.cowichanpac.ca

Live Music: ‘Gals Who Write Songs’ featuring Beverly McKeen and some of the Island’s female singer-songwriters comes to the Duncan Showroom for an 8 pm show, all ages. No alcohol venue. $10/adv, $12/door. Tix online at showroomproductions.ca. FMI 250.748.7246

01 MAY FRIYouth Week: a week of events to celebrate youth in the Cowichan Valley! May 1 - 7. FMI cvrd.bc.ca Live Music: delta bluesman ‘Doc MacLean’ comes to the Duncan Showroom for an 8 pm show, all ages. No alcohol venue. $20/adv, $22/door. Tix online at showroomproductions.ca. FMI 250.748.7246

45th Annual Cowichan Valley Fine Arts Show the largest non-juried art show in the Valley. Painting, photography, sculpture, clay, fabric, jewellery, woodwork and more! PORTALS and the Cowichan Suites, 2687 James Street, Duncan (inside the Island Savings Centre). Apr 29 - May 3. $5/person. FMI/show times cowichanvalleyartscouncil.ca or 250-746-1633Live Theatre: Chemainus Theatre Festival presents ‘The Mousetrap’, a famous murder mystery by Agatha Christie, Wed - Sun from Apr 24 - May 30. Matinee and evening performances available. FMI/tix chemainustheatrefestival.ca or 1.800.565.7738

Join us everyday for $4 happy hour and $6 appetizers!Our appy hour just became a whole lot happier! Everyday, from 2–5pm & 8pm till late, enjoy $4 Happy Hour beverages & a selection of appetizers for only $6.

Ask us also about our daily drink specials.

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