Hungry Eye – April 18, 2012 • 1

APRIL 18, 2012

EVENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS

Photo by T. Lloyd

APRIL 16 – Have you seen the bonsai in bloom and feather hair fascinators at Café Aroma? Lydia Brittany welcomes you to ‘like’ her Facebook page www.facebook.com/LydiaCreations. ‘Like’ www.facebook.com/QuadraStudioTour - a wonderful opportunity for tour artists to post your work.

QI SALMON ENHANCEMENT SOCIETY (QISES) will hold its 2012 Annual General Meeting at 7 pm on Wednesday, April 18 in the QISES Eco-Centre (old fish hatchery), Village Bay Road, just past Walcan Road on the right. All welcome.

QUADRA CIRCLE INVITES SENIORS to join us Friday, April 20 for a “Taste of India” as one of our World Cuisine Fridays. Arm chair exercise starts 11 am with lunch at noon. 1281 West Road – lower meeting hall. Transportation can be arranged – 250-204-8733

CASTLE PRINTING printed this issue of the Hungry Eye

TOE TAPPIN’, FOOT STOMPIN’, sweet dancin’ every Friday and Saturday night. HBI Pub. Friday, April 20; Duffy Live, everyone’s favourite classic rock! ... April 27; Big Mouth will keep you shaking it up … Saturday nights; open mic with Mo. Your extended living room!

MOM AND BABE SHOP & SWAP. Consignment quality goods. Bring what you no longer need, find what you’ve been looking for. Saturday, April 21 from 9 – noon, QCC, Room 3. Tables are all booked! Bring a small bag or box - $2. Visit us on Facebook.

DON’T STOP NOW! Only 1 more Indoor Market Saturday, April 21 from 10 am to 2 pm Quadra Community Centre. Come see all your favourites and enjoy the last lunch of the markets’ year. Rain or shine. Michele 285-3747.

THIS WEEKEND AT Q.C.C. (April 21-22) SATURDAY 10:00-2:00 Winter Market; 9:00- Noon Mom’s Shop & Swap; 7:00 Earthquake Slideshow; SUNDAY 10:00-4:00 Beach Clean Up at the Spit.

EARTHQUAKE: A SURVIVOR’S STORY. This talk, with videos, and slides, will be given by a Quadra Islander who survived Christchurch’s (New Zealand) 2011 major earthquake. Where/When: Quadra Island Community Centre, Saturday, April 21, 7:30 pm. Free. Donations accepted.

MEDIEVAL KNIGHT OF MURDER at the Heriot Bay Inn! Saturday, April 21. This interactive dinner is for everyone who doesn’t want to be themselves for a night! $49. Advance reservation 285-3322. Call today, only a few seats left! Costumes available.

POLIO ASHRAM: I’ll be at the Winter Market, April 21, with lots of plants, scarves from Cambodia, books etc. Everything sold by donation. All proceeds to repair the girl’s toilet and for weekly fruit for the children. Eileen 285-2434.

LAST WINTER MARKET until October 2012. Where does the time go when you’re having fun? Spend this Saturday surrounded by friends and lovely handmade items. Come on out, much more to see! John Toelle playing your favourites. 10 am – 2 pm Saturday, April 21.

DINE WITH SUNDAY JAZZ IN HERONS with The Good News Jazz Band. Jazz standards, gospel and swinging songs of faith to enhance your dining pleasure. Sunday, April 22, 5:30 to 8:30 pm (+$1/pp table fee).

NEXT WEEK AT Q.C.C. (April 23-27) MONDAY 8:30 Low Impact Fitness; 9:30 Parent & Tots; 10:00 Yoga with Josephine; 3:00 Sing for Pure Joy; 4:30 Karate; 5:00 Boot Camp; 6:00 Weight Watchers; 6:30 Triple P Parenting Seminar; TUESDAY 9:30 Qi Gong; 10:00 Spinners; 5:00 Yoga with Megan; 6:10 Zumba Class with Pam (first timers come at 6:00); 7:00 Camera Course; 7:30 Folk Dancing; WEDNESDAY Noon Community Kitchen lunch; 11:00 Physio with Klari; 2:00 Kids Dance Class; 7:00 Camera Course; THURSDAY 8:45 Body Sculpt with Marion; 9:45 Parent and Tots;4:30 Karate; 5:00 Yoga with Megan; 6:30 Belly Dancing; 6:45 Quadra Singers; FRIDAY 8:30 Low Impact Fitness; 8:00 p.m. Theatre Quadra Presents: Little Shop of Horrors

EARTH WEEK/ROAD SIDE LITTER Pick Up Week is April 23 - 28. Get clear plastic bags from Quadra Community Centre; pick up roadside litter in your neighbourhood, and deposit bags on West Rd or Heriot Bay Rd and VIKEN Waste Disposal will pick them up. Thanks Viken! Let’s do something positive for our island environment.

MISPLACED YOUR FLYER? Tru Value specials – for both the Heriot Bay and Q-Cove stores – can be viewed online every week at www.thehungryeye.ca

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Hungry Eye Trivia “Earth Day”

1. What is the Latin name of the Earth?

2. San Francisco is the city of Saint Francis, the patron saint of what?

3. Earth Day is this Sunday (April 22), but when was the first Earth Day held?

1. Terra

2. Animals and the environment (among other things).

3. San Francisco held its first Earth Day on March 21, 1970, but a more general inaugural Earth Day was held around the Unted States on April 22, 1970.

FOLK-DANCING 30th Anniversary Party – Tuesday, April 24 at 7:30 pm, QCC. We will do some easy dances, enjoy some refreshments, and thank Marcia Wolter for teaching us for 30 years! Everyone welcome, to join in, or just watch. Information: 285-3298.

SOUTH QUADRA FIRE PROTECTION District AGM, Wednesday, April 25, 2012 7 pm at #1 Fire Hall 844 Heriot Bay Rd. Election of two (2) Trustees, Voting requirements, must be: a) Canadian citizen b) 18 years of age or older c) land owner within the Fire Protection District.

QI CEMETERY SPRING CLEAN-UP The Trustees of the Quadra Island Cemetery invite the public to join them in their annual spring clean-up on Sunday April 29, 2012 at 10:00am. All Cemetery Trustees are volunteers and will welcome your assistance.

QUADRA SINGERS SPRING CONCERT and Silent Auction, Saturday, May 5 at the Community Centre. Doors open 7:15, concert at 8. Tickets on sale April 20 at Hummingbird and the Music Plant. $10/12 and $5/6.

YODELING WORKSHOP with the Vancouver Swiss Choral Society at the Heriot Bay Inn. Saturday, May 5 from 1:30 to 3 pm. $20 per person. Don’t miss this fun filled lesson in the art of yodeling. Who doesn’t love yodeling! Reserve 285-3322.

THE VANCOUVER SWISS CHORAL Society to perform in Herons Dining Room Saturday, May 5. Enjoy a fabulous buffet dinner and an inspiring performance. Dinner and show $24.95. Seating at 5:30 pm. The Inn is alive with the sound of music! Reserve 285-3322

GARY FJELLGAARD is bringing his “rich, timbered voice” and western roots music to dinner show in Herons Saturday, May 12. A three course dinner, seating at 6 pm. Show begins with dessert. $55 reserve 285.3322. www.fjellgaard.bc.ca

MAY DAY IS SATURDAY, MAY 26 with the parade starting at 10 am at Rebecca Spit. We need a theme! Put your ideas in the theme boxes at the food stores, school or QCC or phone 285 3243. Happy Spring!

A CALL TO QUADRA POETS. Lydia Brittany and Perry Johnston invite your work to be part of our June show “A New Growth Perspective” reforestation through creative imagery. Submit your tree themed poems to earthempress@live.ca by May 28. HBI venue.

THE SECOND ANNUAL Chamber Music Festival (July 5 - 8) is seeking billeting for Phil Hansen and fellow musicians. They will also be looking for volunteers. If you can help out, please call Lois at the Heriot Bay Inn. 285-3322

NEW! SUBMIT YOUR AD ONLINE! Classified ads up to 80 words can now be submitted through the Hungry Eye website. It’s easy: count your words, select the number of weeks you’d like your ad to run, and pay online. You’ll receive a receipt in your inbox. Check the Hungry Eye website to learn more and submit your ad: www.thehungryeye.ca

Classified ads can still be submitted at the gas station, but exact change is required. 1–40 words $6.25 + hst ($7.00 total); 41–80 words $15.17 + hst ($16.00 total).

THE EYE’S “Island People & Places” isn’t just for kids. Use it for special birthdays, anniversaries, births, marriages, new business start-ups, etc. No charge.

SMALL GREY CAT STILL AT LARGE. Short-haired, solid grey; white toe on each hind paw; white patch on underbelly. “Columbus” is extremely timid but comes to our whistle. If sighted, PLEASE call 285-2344. We’ll come and call her. M&M

ALL FOUND ITEMS RUN FREE (once only/40 words or less) in the Hungry Eye. If you find a pet or other item, please try to locate its owner – your kindness won’t cost a dime. Deadline: before 6 pm Mondays at the gas station or email (michelle@thehungryeye.ca)

EVENTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS CONT’QUADRA CHILDRENS’ CENTRE’S annual garage sale is coming May 5! We are asking the community for donations. They can be delivered to our back deck. No clothing or computer equipment please. For more info call 285-3511

ADVERTISE YOUR garage/yard/moving sale in the Hungry Eye and you’ve put a personal invitation into every mailbox on Quadra Island.

NO ENERGY FOR A GARAGE SALE? Try a classified ad for your bigger stuff. Only $7 (hst inc) for 40 words or less and $16 (hst inc) for 41-80 words. Count your words! There is no better way to sell an item on Quadra than in the Hungry Eye.

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CLASSES / WORKSHOPS

HELP WANTED

Please join

Claire Trevena, MLA, North Island and

Nicholas Simons, MLA, Powell River Sunshine Coast

On Friday, 27th April starting at 1 pm

At the Campbell River Seniors’ Centre, Campbell River Common, Ironwood Street

For more information call 250-287-5100 or Claire.trevena.mla@leg.bc.ca

Senior Driving Fitness Testing

(DriveABLE)

“Do the new changes go far enough?

We would like to hear about your

experiences and concerns

and talk about solutions.”

Please join

Claire Trevena, MLA, North Island and

Nicholas Simons, MLA, Powell River Sunshine Coast

On Friday, 27th April starting at 1 pm

At the Campbell River Seniors’ Centre, Campbell River Common, Ironwood Street

For more information call 250-287-5100 or Claire.trevena.mla@leg.bc.ca

Senior Driving Fitness Testing

(DriveABLE)

“Do the new changes go far enough?

We would like to hear about your

experiences and concerns

and talk about solutions.”

Please joinClaire Trevena, MLA, North Island

andNicholas Simons, MLA,

Power River Sunshine CoastOn Friday, 27th April starting at 1 pm

Campbell River Seniors’ Centre Campbell River Common, Ironwood Street

For more information call 250 287 5100 or claire.trevena.mla@leg.bc.ca

“Do the new changes go far enough?We would like to hear about your

experiences and concerns and talk about solutions.”

Senior Driving Fitness Testing (DriveABLE)

REAL ESTATE/RENTALSONE BEDROOM HOUSE FOR RENT in Heriot Bay. Rent includes full satellite TV package and Internet. New appliances including washer/dryer and dishwasher. No pets. Long term. Shared fenced property available May 1. Call 285-2838.

SKILLED, RESPONSIBLE CARETAKER (squatter) at your service! Clean, quiet, respectful, pet and plant friendly, no smoking or drinking, or fun of any kind. Free labour! Fencing, roofing, siding, flooring, tree work, stone work, landscaping, cleaning, organizing and more. Work and character references available upon request. Contact Isaac: isaac84@hotmail.ca

U OF Q. APRIL 18; TAN THAT HIDE, Helene Lepage demonstrating with rabbit skins ... April 25; Modular eco-homes with Catherine Berg. HBI Pub. 7 pm. May U 0f Q is taking a “Hockey Hiatus” as after all, we are Canadian! Watch for 2012 prom details.

KID’S SOCCER STARTS on the school field, April 24. It is Tuesdays at 5 pm for 4 - 7 year olds and 5:45 pm for 8 years and over. It’s free. Come and register at QCC or phone 285-3243. Thanks coach, Paul Nimmon!

UPCOMING TRIPLE P Seminar at Q.C.C. Parents can learn how to use positive parenting to encourage their children to learn the skills and competencies they need for health, development, and well-being. This final session, April 23 is on “Raising Resilient Children”; it is from 6:30 - 8:30 pm in room 3 (upstairs) at the Community Centre. To register contact Laurie at C.R. Family Services 250-287-2421; for information on Triple P contact Kristiina at C.R. Public Health 250-850-2110.

WEEKEND MEDITATION RETREAT: 4th Annual Buddhist retreat with Robert at the Quadra Children’s Centre. April 27, 7:00pm-9:00pm; April 28, 9:00-9:00; April 29, 9:00-4:00. This retreat will offer instruction, sitting/walking meditation and Dharma talks. Registration: $50. For more details, contact Don McEachern at 285-2193 or dmceach@telus.net

T-BALL STARTS MAY 2 on Blenkin Field. It is Wednesdays 4 – 5 pm for 4 - 7 year olds. It is free. Come and register at QCC or phone 285-3243. Thanks coach, Jordan Benner and Melanie Zylstra!

AT EVANGELINE’S ISLAND TREASURES in the Cove – Wednesday basic knitting 1 – 3 pm - $15 drop-in. Thursday mending with Lena. Friday basic carpet hooking 12 – 2 pm - $15 drop-in. Saturday basic crochet 12 – 2 pm - $15 drop-in. Local, quality, unique – Wednesday to Saturday 11:30 – 5 pm.

2012 RV PARK HOST at Tsa-Kwa-Luten, A 7 day a week, onsite position from mid May to mid Sept, ideally suited for a retired couple or a husband/wife situation where at least one person would be on site at all times. If you would like to work with us please call Carol Ann at 285-2042.

THE WEATHER’S GREATfor DRYING CLOTHESNo matter how e�cient your dryer is, drying clothes on a line in your yard is even better. It’s free, easy and uses no electric-ity.

Reduce your carbon footprint. With less energy used, fewer generation plants are required and greenhouse gases will be reduced.

Most people prefer the fresh smell of clothes dried in the sun and hanging clothes to dry reduces shrinkage and fabric wear.

Clothes don’t fade more quickly if they are sun-dried. In fact, putting clothes in a dryer will break the fabric down and fade clothes more quickly than sunlight. The lint a dryer catches is the fabric of your laundry being broken down.

Sun-dried towels too scratchy? Pop them in the dryer for �ve minutes at the end to soften them. —http://www.bchydro.com

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YOUR CUSTOMERS

The Hungry Eye is delivered to every mailbox on Quadra. There’s no better (or cheaper) way to reach all the eyes on the island.

Nature, to be commanded, must be obeyed.”

—Francis Bacon“

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DOES YOUR DECK, sidewalk or siding need a little spring cleaning? Call Adam for all your pressure washing, window and gutter cleaning needs! Call 285-3914 and please leave a message.

EXPERIENCED HORTICULTURIST for hire. I can help your garden grow and thrive. Available for consultations, planning, and efficient, skilled, careful toil in your soil. Call Ryan at 202-2326 or email nassichuk@gmail.com for more information. Website: www.ryansgarden.com

GUTTERS. GUTTERS. GUTTERS. Hedefine Contracting, Discovery Islands’ roofing specialists, does 5”, K-style continuous gutters. Island convenience. Call 285-2866 for all your roofing and gutter needs.

ON ROOT GREENHOUSE – Edible landscape – April 18 to 24 – 10 Free strawberry plants with every $50 spent – 10 free strawberry and 1 free rhubarb root or 1 free gooseberry plant with every $75 spent. Gooseberries – buy 3 get 1 free. 250-204-2050.

LOVING FAMILY WANTED for two sister cats. Contact Angela at 250-204-0368.

1987 TOYOTA TERCEL – One owner – good mileage – well maintained – still got zip – some rust - $700 – Call 285-3337

WANTED: NEON “OPEN” SIGN for Lovin’ Oven Restaurant. Needed by May 1st, 8 am in time for breakfast! Contact D-Jay or Dennis at 285-2028. This sign will be well used for many fun and enjoyable years.

(home) 250 285-2203 • (cell) 250 287-0786lrlolacher@gmail.com • Box 338, Heriot Bay, BC V0P

Renovations • Custom Designed DecksComplete Interior Finishing

Ron Lolacher Contracting

Prompt, professional serviceTQ journeyman

Chris Phillips285-3040

(cell) 202-6200Midsize CAT Excavator (thumb & blade)

Tandem Hooklift Dump Truck

BUY/SELL/TRADE

Complete Construction ServicesSite Preparation to Design & Building

285-3982

SERVICES

KITCHEN CABINET REFACING: High quality cabinet doors and hardware custom fitted on existing cabinets. Improves the look and feel of your home while sparing the landfill. Save money for other projects by refacing. 250-204-3108

NOLE CREEK SAWMILLS: milling, moulding, kiln drying, all to your specific requirements. Speciality beams to 32 ft, siding, flooring & much more. Your logs or mine. Free local pickup and delivery. Call Greg 285-2762 Website: www.nolecreeksawmills.com

THE WATER GUY: Water systems by certified environmental operator. Well water analysis: sales, service and installation of: ultraviolet treatment systems: filtration products; pumps, pressure & well equipment; specialty pump sales. Quadra, Cortes and beyond. Q-Cove, 285-3744/830-3744/email: waterguy@uniserve.com

THE SUN IS SHINING and so should your car! Specializing in interior/exterior car detailing, waxing and polishing. Call Adam at 285-3914 to help keep your car looking it’s best. Please leave a message.

SIGNS, PICTURE FRAMING and simple Engraving at Waypoint Signs beside Quadra Builders. Tuesday -Thursday, 9 – noon and 1 – 4 pm. (look for OPEN sign on other days). Appointments possible to suit your schedule. Friendly, efficient, personalized service with quality products at affordable rates. 285-2815 & info@waypointsigns.com

GOOD STUFF TO KNOW

1. SMART SHOPPING

Buy what you need, not what you want. Consider renting and borrowing things that are seldom needed, and buy used items from garage sales and second-hand stores.

2. SIMPLE SAVERS

Replace incandescent light bulbs with LEDs, and weatherstrip your windows and doors.

3. TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES

Walk, cycle, car pool and use public transportation. When driving, reduce idling and maintain correct tire pressure.

4. FOOD CHOICES

Choose local and organic foods that are in season, and support local food producers. Eat less meat.

5. WASHING AND DRYING

Wash full loads of clothes in cold water and hang to air dry.

6. HEATING AND COOLING

For summer air conditioning, set your thermostat to 24°C or 25°C. For winter heating, set your thermostat to 19°C or 20°C. Install ceiling fans and programmable thermostats

7. CLOSE TO HOME

Vacation, travel and work as close to home as possible.

8. BATHROOM BASICS

Take short showers instead of baths. Close water taps while brushing your teeth

9. CAREFUL CLEANING

Choose natural, non-toxic cleaning products. You can also make simple, natural cleaners with ingredients like vinegar, baking soda and water

10. DON’T DISCARD

Donate, reuse and recycle items before throwing them into the trash. Harmful materials like chemicals, batteries, electronics, etc. should be taken to local hazardous waste depots or recyclers.

Source: www.earthday.ca

TOP 10 ACTIONS TO REDUCE YOUR IMPACT ON THE ENVIRONMENT

Earth Day 2012 is Sunday, April 22. For more information about programs and resources, and to view a list of Earth Day events taking place across Canada, visit www.earthday.ca

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