ARTS ,__ ENT GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD"' WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2004"' PAGE 81 Scrooge on Scrooge By SUSAN LUNDY man Family Production of Ebenezer Scrooge tells it Staff Writer Scrooge, which "has been like it is, bah humbugging Bah. Humbug. A Salt an island musical Christmas about the stage, shutting Spring Christmas tradi­ tradition since 1971." down Christmas carollers, tion. Bah. Forced out of the Bah. Well. It's hard not to and keeping a tight hold on house, into the cold car and like Virginia. his purse. (Bet he didn't have all the way to ArtSpring. In Now fellow co-direc­ to pay for the show.) the rain. tor Sue Newman is singing Soon he's heading home Singing, I suppose, and and dancing as the Christ­ and tucking himself into theatrics. Sparkly costumes mas Fairy with glitter on the bed. I catch myself smil­ waltzing around the stage. heels of her shoes, and an ing as Vaughn Fulford wails Cherub children. Floor-to­ emerald dress to die for. (I and moans in good Christ­ ceiling Christmas tree all want that dress but it can't be mas form, playing the part of glittery with oh-so-happy­ worth the price.) Marley's Ghost. (I can relate looking gifts underneath The prologue children to the chains on his ankles it. And ArtSpring dressed sing and flit about the stage - that's how I feel walking tinkle and twinkle for the and soon all of ArtSpring is through a mall in December.) Now here's something dif­ season. Bah. filled with Dickens charac­ ON STAGE: Gail Bryn-Jones and Martin Thorn dance at Christmas With Scrooge's ferent: Shilo Zylbergold also Marv up in the light room ters, clowning and violining seems to be in the wrong Fezziwig ball, playing the part of guests Nathaniel and Georgina Brathwaites. and Richard on the door. and puppeteering. Photos by Derrick Lundy play as the Ghost of Hanu­ Then Eric with his whiskers Two actors get complete­ kah Past. The Newmans are and Patrick with his scarf. ly messed up and discover really messed up this year. Spotty dogs moping about they're in the wrong Dick­ But! Here's Sarah Penhale, the stage. And applause and ens play - that makes me back on track as the Ghost of singing and happy kids in laugh! - and finally we Christmas Past. She's quite the aisles. get to the heart of the mat­ charming, I think reluctant­ Not to mention the ter as Patrick Cassidy's Bob ly: good stage presence, nice expense! Cratchit arrives at the office singing (cool dress). Bah. So here I am, centre audi- . and moans to a shedding dog Humbug. I'm getting soft. ence waiting, waiting, wait­ about the need for some time Oh dear. Here's comes Arlo ing for the first bit of Christ­ off work at Christmas. Bryn-Thorn as Boy Scrooge; mas cheer to wash over all (Well, we'd all like that he's singing a crystal-precise these happy Christmas With wouldn't we ... but reviews rendition of Silent Night and Scrooge-goers. Sure enough, still have to be written.) he sounds like an angel. I someone behind me is hum­ Samuel Bentley gives a know Arlo; he 's not an angel. ming a Christmas ditty. And season-appropriate growl Still, I get tears in my eyes the kids are all rosy-cheeked as the office dog and I'm on that high note and I swear my Christmas heart grows At right, Lilith Bentley is the and sparkly-eyed. pleased enough to feel like spotty dog trainer, while two sizes. (Oops, now I'm in Now the lights dim and tossing him a bone. (A very the wrong show.) above, Eric Booth as Scrooge here comes co-director Vir­ small bone, mind you.) confronts his past. ginia to introduce the New- Finally, Eric Booth's SCROOGE 82

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DECEMBER 22, 2004 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT GULF ISLANDSDRIFlWOOD Comfort quilt support urged Salt Spring's Darin Craig whose members he did not can be ordered by phone at knows how it feels to live know, before a similar Salt 538-1996 or through www. with a life-threatening ill­ Spring group was formed. cottagequiltingonline.com.) ness. He's also learned that Island Comfort Quilts Stitches Quilt Shop, an an unexpected gift and act of (ICQ) is now ready to make original sponsor, will give kindness can turn around a quilts for islanders with a 50 per cent off fabric pur­ lousy day. life-threatening illness or chased and left at the store Craig, who has an inop­ serious injury, and is gather­ for ICQ. erable brain tumour diag­ ing donated fabric and funds People also have the nosed a few years ago, said to purchase materials needed option of making a donation he always tries to maintain a for a giant quilting bee set in someone else's name, with positive attitude, but once in for March 12, 2005. a card provided to acknowl­ a while he lets it lapse. ICQ members have been edge the gift - ideal for the "This [quilt] just happened pleased with islanders' sup­ Christmas season or birth­ to come in the mail on one port to date. days. of the rare occasions when I "The response has been Any colour of embroidery was feeling pretty down," he wonderful," said Carol thread or small yarns is also said, pulling a handmade cot­ Simpson. needed, along with cash to ton quilt from a plastic bag. The group has box #120 buy basic quilting materials. "I actually had tears in in the GVM save-a-tape For more information on my eyes and my whole day program, and the Thrifty how to help, call Simpson at changed. It was a fantastic community chest number is 653-2000 or Marguerite Lee MUSIC: Salt Spring Ele­ feeling to know there are #108. at 537-5302. mentary School students people out there who actual­ Curves has stepped up to "I think they need some ly give a damn about what's act as another fabric col­ support and we should try to sing and play the recorder going on beyond their own lection depot, and Cottage give it to them," said Craig. as one of the acts at Island houses." Quilting has agreed to dis­ "They're doing a wonderful Savings Credit Union last Craig's quilt came from count fabric purchased for thing. The people involved week. Photo by Derrick Lundy an off-island organization, ICQ to $10 per metre. (It really have their heart in it." SCROOGE: Trying hard to stay cranky From Page 81 Last Minute Gifts, Stocking Stuffers, Old Ebenezer is having and Lulu Fulford-Gilson) about everyone I know files Now here comes the Flowers, Plants similar heart problems and sing and dance and bicker (I on stage to join the party; I Cratchit family. Old Ebenzer the two of us are going to like the bickering) in front of remind myself that Christ­ and I are going to have to Flowers & Wine have have to stuff our tickers into their Fezziwig parents (Mur­ mas parties are very costly work hard at staying cranky. a great selection for everyone. a vice to get through the Fez­ ray Shoolbraid and Patsy and not THAT much fun. Oh no! Arlo's back as a ziwig ball without a beat of Siemens). Marv has come down Cratchit child and James Don't miss out! Christmas cheer. Now Martin Thorn and from the lighting booth and, Twaites is really cute as Tiny (Speaking of cheer, I could Gail Bryn-Jones are kick­ although the lights don't Tim. Jtflofurrs & ~in£ do with a little of whatever ing up their heels; Vaughn have the same magic with­ Look at Lilith Bentley's Pat O'Neill's Mrs. Thigsber­ is back, trilling with Patrice out him, he's creating lots of smile - it could melt a 160 Fulford Ganges Rd. ry is serving up. Maybe a lit­ Bowler (yes, yes, she sings mystery on stage; Roger Gil­ Scrooge heart - and Hal­ 537-2231 tle shortbread on the side?) beautifully); and Keith bert is blowing on bagpipes, ley's got great stage pres­ hi Oh man! More rich, sat­ MacHattie is playing the Sue Newman is hitting some ence. Quadra Boyle and iny dresses to die for as the violin. spectacular notes, and spotty Zoe Bentley have joined in Q.;~ Fezziwig daughters (Halley Suddenly, the doors to Art­ dogs are leaping through a the singing with mom, Jane ~~ Fulford-Gilson, Thea Stone Spring fling open, and just hoop. Goodall, and Patrick simply Thankfully, the party is glows as Bob. over - and although 1 find Bah! Ah! I'm enjoying it. myself enjoying Joanne Ebenezer has had a change O'Connor's Belle Merri­ of heart as well. He's leaping weather - I know inter­ around the stage and spend­ mission is just around the ing money like-Barbara corner and I'll have to open Amiel (oops, wrong show, my purse once again to feed again). Now he's going to the kids and, perhaps, have a surprise Cratchit with his Holiday...... ______, small Nanairno bar myself. newfound Christmas spirit, Bah! Only chocolate and I'm thinking maybe I DECEMBER 24 DECEMBER 31 crumbs left, and Christmas can afford a new Christmas OPEN REGULAR HOURS - OPEN FOR LUNCH AND DINNER is settling on my hips. Sure dress after all. ..S ix Course Set Dinner Menu" enough, all the audience is The musical finale wash­ CLOSED happy, happy at intermis­ es through ArtSpring like a DECEMBER 25, 26, 27 sion, sugar plums dancing in wave of Christmas cheer. All of us here wish you 11 Merry their starry eyes. I leave ArtSpring - kind DECEMBER 28 - DECEMBER 31 ChrisJnuJ.s 11nd 11 H11ppy New YetJr Time for Act Two. Rusty of enjoying the rain and Marshall is the Ghost of admiring all the Christmassy OPEN REGULAR HOURS Call 538-5551 For Reservations Christmas Present and I'm lights on the way home. I liking his cloak. It looks fall into bed, sugar plums CLOSED JANUARY 1ST - JANUARY 27TH, 2.005 warm and, all right, yes, he's and satiny dresses dancing good in the part. in my head.

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ArtSpring Ticket Centre The Ticket Centre is open until 537-2102 . I noon on Friday, December 24...... _...., , .. ._ _,...,r\ 1 LJ L'-L. IY I U LI' LL L VV... - ---~ .1. l.. .L'- .L .._, ~ L l. "' .l L .l '- .l ~ .l l 'II l Y 1 L l 'II 1 1 1 •. .. Speakers ·siGNEW~ , ... ~.r·· New menus at the Tree House - Trecf'HOuse both locations Cafe group ·:• FULFORD & GANGES moves Dr. Teresa Strukoff, B.Sc., N.D. NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIAN Salt Spring Toastmasters Club has outgrown its cur­ • Clin ica l Nutrition rent location and will start • Botani cal Medicine • Homeopathy out the New Year in a new • Chinese Medicin e & Ac upuncture home. • Lifestyle Counse ling From January 10, Toast­ masters will meet at Art­ Th e Salt Spring Hea lth Centre Spring in the Bateman Gal­ 130 McPhil lips Ave., Salt Spring Isl and, BC lery. Visits are covered by most extended hea lth plans. With a Victoria spring con­ To book an appointment phone: 537-3220 ference and the international speech contest coming up, club members will make full use of their new facility with interesting and challenging programming. Guests are always wel­ BARLEY SOUND: Salt Spring's Barley Brothers take the stage at Moby's Pub as come at Toastmasters as of the annual Ch ristmas Music Faire gets underway with lots of local acts and non­ January 10, 7 p.m., at Art­ stop entertainment Saturday night. Photo by Derrick Lundy Spring. by Johnie ~ LITSFAT (beside Moka House Coffee Shop) WITH LINDA KOROSCIL

"Christmas morning wife 1 tbsp. kosher salt saver" has been a tasty but Pepper to taste boring traditional breakfast 2eggs - here's a new twist on 4 c. chicken stock Porters * flavours! And it saves tons 1 112 c. cream Restaurant & Lounge RESERVATIONS: 537-4700 of tin1e after the gifts have 1/2 c. parmesan Harbour House 121 Upper Ganges Rd. 537-4700 been opened. ~ Ham and Sausage Bake bread at 3 7 5 degrees 10 minutes, until crisp . FOOD FIGHTERS: Volunteers from the South Gal iano Strata Melt butter and olive oil. Fir.e Department sing carols aboard the Queen of 2 baguettes, diced Add vegetables, cook until Nanaimo to raise money for the food bank. Seen here 2 tbsp. butter soft. Add Italian sausage, (from left t o right) are Ron Taylor, Greg Ga mmon, Ge r.­ 2 tbsp. olive oil cook 8 minutes. Then add al d Stel and Michael Sharp. Photocontributed 1 onion, diced ham, chorizo, spices. Trans­ 2 celery ribs, diced fer to a bowl and cool. Add 112 green or red pepper, cheeses and .brea d to meat diced mixture. Whisk eggs, stock, Galiano fire singers 1 jalapeno, seeded and and cream and mix together minced with meat. Pour into but­ 4 sweet Italian sausages, tered 4-qt. glass casserole, bank cash for food casings removed cover and chill overnight. 1 lb. smoky ham, diced Bake at 350 degrees, cov­ Singing firefighters from South Galiano crooned Christmas 1 chorizo sausage, diced ered 30 min. Remove cover carols to ferry passengers as a fundraiser for a Galiano food 112 lb. gruyere, diced and bake another 45 min. bank. 1 tbsp. thyme, fresh until golden and crusty. "It was a huge success and a special thanks has to go to the Queen ofNanaimo crew and B.C. Ferries," said South Galiano fire chief Bill Jones. The South Galiano Fire Choir raised $558 dollars and two boxes of food for the St. Margaret's Church food bank by sing­ ing on the Friday evening ferry to and from Tsawwassen, Jones said. "Even on our small populated island it takes $15,000 and a lot of volunteer hours to help families through the year." B.C. Ferries made a special stop to pick up the II firefighters wearing their bunker gear. ~~

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Get it right here. by-Thomas has nurtured She's also been inspired numerous music students by the innovative work of and performed with a kettle fiddler Oliver Schroer, who SIDNEY PHARMACY LTD. full of bands, but it's taken performs on her album. until now to stretch her limbs "Somebody told me, many different styles." They're also connected 656·1168 656·07 44 to produce her first solo CD, 'When you're 27 you're truly So while her music is through fiddle camps they 2416 Beacon 2425B Bevan titled Reach. an adult.' And I thought, 'Oh infused with traditional folk teach together in the sum­ "A tree has roots and the my God. Here it is.' I felt elements, it's not confined mers. roots of this album are with­ like I was looking behind by standard conventions, she "I wouldn't say my music out a doubt in traditional folk. and mourning my childhood said. sounds a lot like his. But And as it grows, it branches and looking forward too and "We've put Tabla [by Niel his approach to music, his out and bears its own fruit," grasping this idea of being Golden] as the main percus­ philosophy, I really feel I've Rokeby-Thomas said. an adult." sion instrument, which is not taken a hold of." "The weather, the West Another track, titled Leav­ your main fiddle fair." And Rokeby-Thomas · Coast and the people I've ing, recounts a profound But Rokeby-Thomas expressed fondness for her grown up with and those dif­ sense of loss from when a admitted a soft spot for Irish fiiends Glen Manders (bass) ferent influences have caused friend moved away after six music and a couple of her and Adrian Dolan (accor­ me to grow into the tree I am months of living together on favourite traditional pieces dion) ofThe Bills, who per­ today." a sailboat. are included on the CD. form on several tracks. Drawing on a background "When she left, the empti­ "I didn't realize it until " I just had to have playing with Kettle of Fish, ness was just there. I was afterwards, but they are all [Dolan's] accordion. He's Song of the Isles and The so sad, I felt like I had to do got this wacky sense of something with this sadness slip jigs as well. So I obvi­ Billy Goats Gruff, her own ously like slip jigs," she humour and it comes out in music is intensely personal and so I went and wrote this his music." piece. Every time I play it, it laughed. and aims to weave the lis­ In an example of her clas­ Acquiring mandolin tener into the fabric of her brings me right back to that moment." sical-friendly compositions, accompaniment by John life, she said. she added countermelodies Reischman was a coup, she "It feels good when music But the bulk of Rokeby­ Thomas' music is hardly to John Kirkpatrick's med­ said. that means something to ley - As the Sun Was Set­ "We thought, 'Why not me can connect with other broody. Her fingers dance around jigs like nobody's ting - to create a unique start at the top and just ask people." business. arrangement. the best person we know?' And the title of her album "I like all different genres "Most of the times when And we asked John and he is inspired by that intimate of fiddle music. People often you're hearing folk music said, 'Sure.'" connective aspect of com­ call me a Celtic fiddler - you don't hear a string quar­ Cellist Paula Kiffuer and munication, she said. I'll live with that title, but it's tet pop up in the middle of a guitarists Andy Hillhouse "This is me reaching out. never one I'd give myself." fiddle tune." (of Mad Pudding) and Ken I'm offering something, I'm Instead, she calls herself Adding to Rokeby-Thom­ Hall (Kettle of Fish) round extending myself to people a West Coast fiddler to dis­ as' light-hearted romp, Cal­ out the complement of sup­ in a really personal way." tinguish herself from coun­ vin Cairns (once a fiddle porting artists. One piece on her album, terparts in the east who teacher on Salt Spring) even "It's kind of like fiddle titled Twenty Seven, was have been straitjacketed by provides musical feet for a fusion because it's got all written on her 27'" birthday the Scottish tradition to the medley of tunes written and/ these different elements in and represents the moment exclusion of other influenc­ or inspired by Emile Benoit. it," she said. of maturation like a musical es. love Emile Benoit. He's Reach is available through journal entry. · "I "On the West Coast it's a French Newfoundland fid­ Acoustic Planet and the much more of an open­ dler and I love his music so Rokeby-Thomas website Salt Spring armed approach to accepting I've got some pieces that he's (www.jaimert.com). Seniors Society needs drivers for its . Volunteer Drivers Program Charity rave one NYE option beginning in January Salt Spring's Copper Ket­ local bands and a VIP room at StarBooks, or $10 at the Call John Mowbray at tle Society will benefit from beginning at about 8 p.m. door. Turner said tickets are 537-5971 a final Last Minute Produc­ Cassidy Turner of Last going fast. tions charity event set for Minute Productions said all Donations of sleeping New Year's Eve. proceeds will aid the Copper bags, extra food, tents and Held at Mahon Hall, the Kettle Society, which helps tarps will also be accepted. New Year's Eve Charity Rave people with shelter needs on Turner said the evening for Peace will include DJs, the island. will mark Last Minute Pro­ The event is an all-ages, no ductions' final Salt Spring drugs and alcohol venture. app~arance before he moves Tickets are $5 in advance to Victoria for a DJ job. Interesting Wedding Photo?

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For the second year run­ • Second place, Hayley Jack Wiltshire, Maya Poreb­ ning, the Driftwood was Jackson; ska Smith, James Twaites, happily buried in entries for • Honourable mentions: Elijah Gold, Emmy Lyyti­ the annual Christmas Story Jeremy Marchi, Ashley Kil­ kainen, Tim Camps, Nima Contest. bourn, Megan Jarman, Cour­ McDuff, Bailey Dalton and A total of 212 entries tenay Bolton, Aren Ludlow, Una Conradi. were received and divided Rebecca Price, Keaton Giles, Age8 Alexis Bahry, Sugi Henson into six age categories, giv­ • First place, Benjamin and Bayley-Anne Marion. ing the five judges a hefty Marion; task. Age10 • Second place, Rebecca Retired teacher and for­ • First place, Sarah Ken­ Steel; mer Driftwood columnist nedy; • Honourable mentions: Alex Mitchell coordinated • Second place, Evan Pear­ Jack Easthom, Ian MacPhail­ the judges, as usual. son. Bartley, Zoe Hasenfratz, They were Dan Davies, • Judge Audrey Isaacs Jasmine Cooper and Carley commented, "There were Victoria Olchowecki, Hunsberger. Audrey Isaacs and Betty too many excellent entries to Poole. single out a few for honour­ Age4-7 With so many stories sub­ able mentions, but I would • First place, Kaleb Walk­ mitted, Mitchell also took offer special mention to Ear­ er; on judging of the extra-large tha Linell, Matthias Bach­ • Second place, Ella Fish­ category of nine-year-old man and Eve Olynyk, who er; writers. all created poetic descriptive • Honourable mentions: Seventeen entries in pictures of Christmas, and to Roxanne Dailly, Sebastian the age 15-17 group were Ian Savage, who offered his Howe, Catelyn Creswick, received; 39 in ages 11-12; ON THE JOB: Driftwood Christmas Story Contest judges and retired teachers read paraphrase of the 2000-year­ Arielle Middleditch, Nicho­ 34 in the 10-year-old group; more stories than ever this year. They were, from left, Betty Poole, Audrey Isaacs, old Nativity story." las Range, Norees Gasper. 56 in the age nine collec­ Alex Mitchell, Victoria Olchowecki and Dan Davies. Photo by Derrick Lundy Age9 Prizes can be picked up at the Driftwood on or after tion; 3 7 entries from eight es' honourable mentions (in ningham; Yoni Marmorstein, Neriko • First place, Owen Hoop­ year olds; and 29 in the four Thursday, Decem.ber 23 . no particular order) are as • Second place, Laura Shimoda, Josh Benlouou and er; to seven age category. First-place winners receive follows: Kelsey Keating-Sturgeon. • Second place, Melissa No entries were received Stewart; Roach; a $50 prize and certificate, from writers aged 13 or 14. Age 15-17 • Honourable mentions: Age 11-12 • Honourable mentions: and second-place winners Winners, including judg- • First place, Caitlin Cun- Alicia Coelho, Ben Chemyk, • First place, Ben Hunter; Lauren Utter, Logan Horel, receive a certificate.

Six classes meet 100 % challenge Dr. Richard Hayd~n Stella Weinert's Grade 4-5 class at Salt achieve 100 per cent participation. They Spring Elementary will have $100 to give to were Ann Marie Pearson's Grade 6-7 class . Dr. Bob McGinn a charity of their choice, following a Decem­ at Salt Spring Island Middle School; Jim ber 20 draw for the second component of the Lightfoot's Grade 4-5 class and Stacia Driftwood Christmas Story Contest. Kennedy's Grade 3-4 class at Fulford; • ort~o~ontics Introduced last year, the contest now Roslyn Mustard's Intermediate class at includes a challenge for teachers to have as . Salt Spring Centre School; and, from Salt ·.general ~entist~ many students as possible write a story for Spring Elementary, Deborah Nostdal and submission. Rineke Jonker's Grade 3-4 class, and Wein­ • cosm·etic ~entist~ -veneers This year's contest saw six classes ert's group. • toot~ w~itening De/fer the Elf 537-1400 • root canals By ELLA FISHER their warmest clothes and gifts and flew off to deliv­ 199 Salt Spring Way ~ay Second place ran out to the herd of rein­ er them around the world. • same uowns/onlays Age 4-7 category deer. Each elf rode a rein­ Santa returned to the North Once upon a time there deer to Santa and all the Pole with Delfer the elf. And was an elf named Delfer and gifts. The elves divided the Christmas was saved. that elf lived at the North Pole with Santa Claus. IT.IOJ(-UX A.a.IJ Santa Claus was wait­ ,~·~/ ing for his lists to make OUR BURGERS ARE THE BEST his Christmas presents. TrerHOuse Nine weeks later, the lists Now you can have them for lunch gouJh, arrived. FULFORD "Finally," Santa Claus Heartwarming Napoleon Dynamite said, "now I can tell the elves what to make for the strikes at small-town life children," and off to work ~ ~ ~ they went. The Lady Minto Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop A deceivingly simple movie disabled Pedro, and the two of Sure, there's an element of It was Christmas Eve will be closed from December 23 until January 4. and yet somehow a profound them set upon finding dates for "heh, check out that guy's lime and Santa set out to deliver work of art, Napoleon Dynamite the upcoming big dance. green sweat pants" in Napoleon is just another example of how The first thing that strikes the presents. A snow storm We would like to thank everyone for their wonder­ Dynamite. But in watching the ful donations and support throughout 2004. 2004 is proving to be a banner you about Napoleon Dynamite film, you have to recognize stuck Santa on the roof of year for independent films. is just how ugly and drab ev­ just how much your surround­ his eighth delivery. He was Please no more donations until January 4, 2005. It's the hilarious story of erything is: the buildings, the ings influence you; do we really stuck for good. So he sent Our volunteers deserve a well-earned rest! maybe the most awkward high landscape, and of course, the think that if we were raised in Rudolph back to the North school kid you've ever seen. clothes. It just isn't a pleasant some tiny backwater toWn, we 'd Pole to tell the elves. ~...... Happy holidays to all! Napoleon Dynamite (yep, that existence, the kind of non-place be the same people we are? , .~ ~x The elves quickly put on is his name) lives in a small Ida­ that you find far in the depths of Probably not, and that's why ho town with his grandmother the American countryside. this funny, heartwarming film and thirtysomething brother Even the people seem ugly succeeds. It speaks to univer­ Kip. When Grandma gets laid and annoying and not too bright, sal concerns about fitting in, up in the hospital, their uncle but once you get over this and friendship, and happiness, and Rico shows up to supposedly begin to sympathize with their does so without an ounce of take care of them. particular lives, it's hard not to preachiness. Napoleon is constantly get drawn into the film. What did Napoleon Dyna­ mocked and bullied at school, Napoleon Dynamite thus mite cost, maybe $15,000? How and with his poofy hair, thick works because it manages to make many of these could be made in glasses, stunned stare and pro­ the average truly charming, much place of a Cold Mountain or pensity for drawing made up like the efforts of the Coen broth­ some other tired Hollywood animals (the "Liger'') it's not ers (Fargo, 0 Brother Where Art schlock? hard to see why. Thou) or Wes Anderson (Rush­ Forget L.A. : the future of He meets similarly socially- more, The Royal Tenenbaums). film can be found in Idaho.

• DE-LOVELY • THE MANCHURIAN CANDIDATE • TWO BROTHERS • KING ARTHUR • NAPOLEON DYNAMITE • DANNY DECKCHAIR • 537..:4477 Fine, old and nearly new books • Grace Pt. Sq. • 538-0025 ISLAnD STAR VIDfO ... your locally owned video shop! 86 .o. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2004 CHRISTMAS STORIES GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD Santa and Kaleb By KALEB WALKER "Why?" cried Kaleb. First place "I just told you!'; said Age 4-7 category Santa. One Christmas Eve, "Oh? I forgot," said in the North Pole, Santa Kaleb. "One second." was putting presents in Suddenly Santa and the sleigh when sudden­ Kaleb were in the cave. ly appeared a great big "Hey! I didn't lose my abominable snowman. magic!" said Santa. The snowman took the "Of course you didn't!" presents and ran away. said Kaleb. Santa was so sad he "The cave is really told his wife, Mrs. Claus, a castle," Kaleb said. "The children are going "Ssshh! Someone is to wake up and find they watching us!" have no presents. What "Who? Where?" asked should I do?" Santa. "I know!" said Mrs. "In that picture," said Claus, "We have to find Kale b. the abominable snow­ "It's one of the snow­ man's cave!" men," said Santa. "I'll call THE ANGRY HIPPIES "Okay," Santa said. my agent elves." at 9pm Santa found the cave Suddenly a big army of but he was too afraid to go elves came marching in. in. Santa went to Kaleb 's "Whoa!" said Kaleb. house to see if he could They ventured on. help. Booby traps were in their "1 can help," said way but they were avoid­ Kale b. ed. They had to fight an "Gggooooddd ! Yo u army of evil snowmen. see, I can't go in the cave Finally, they found the because I'm afraid I will abomin able snowman HALL ELVES: Father Yuletide (John Mainer} hangs lose my magic! " cried (with the presents) so out at Beaver Point Hall with the elves (daughters Santa. Santa delivered presents "Afraid?" asked Kaleb. around the world in time Catlyn, Kyra and Alyssa} during a festive celebration last Saturday evening. Photo by Derrick Lundy "Yes!" said Santa. for Christmas morning. Nonh End Fitness The Ant and the Snow Christmas By BEN HUNTER "I know what I'll do. I'll see to his hole - not because First place what it's like outside." he was afraid, but because Tanning Special! Age 11-12 category Of course, being a genius, he forgot his jacket! Once Once upon a time in the he had never left his warm he was outside again (with 12 Full Sessions, realms of Salt Spring Island cozy hole. So, he set out to his jacket) he heard the most there was an ant named Ben. brave all the elements and be peculiar thing. Now, Ben wasn't a big ant, known for his fearless deeds. "Ho ho ho, Christmas is but he was a genius as far as Now, even though he was a here!" ants go, and that enabled him genius, he still didn't know Ben looked around and Non to get one day a week off what the elements outside saw the strangest ant on Members work. Today was Ben's day were, and how deadly they earth. He looked fat and had off, and little did he know it, were to ants. Ben marched a big white beard and even Welcome! but something very big was his way up the stairs and into though he was covered in going to happen to him. white snow. snow and sleet, he had the -531-5211 "Ahhhhhhh," Ben sighed, "What a strange material," biggest smile Ben had ever "what a day this is going to Ben exclaimed, "and where seen on an ant. be! No work, no nothing, are all the other ants?" He came slowly towards · everything I ever wanted to Ben took a quick glin1pse Ben with a big grin on his For unto us a child is born, do I can do today. What will around as the cold winter face, which made Ben grin unto us a son is given: I do?'' air blew in his face. When too. and the government shall Suddenly Ben had an idea! he felt the wind, he ran back "What are you doing out­ be upon his shoulder: side?" he asked Ben as he and his name shall be came near. called Wonderful, Counsellor, "Who are you?" Ben 1o tt88 ol4r lrit~Hds OH replied. The mighty God, "My name is Santant and The everlasting Father, SpriH(I I'm here to give every ant The Prince of Peace. presents." -Isaiah 9:6 "Presents?" "Yes. By the way, could 7'fze 5lng[ican Parish of Saft Spring Is [and you give me a map? I don't want to get lost." Christmas Services _,for 2004 Reluctantly, Ben gave him a map. December 24 - Christmas Eve December 26 "Thank you," said Santant, 4:00 pm Holy Eucharist at St. Mary's 10:00 am Corporate Eucharist at All Saints' "for this I will give you your ll:qo pm Midnight Mass at All Saints' 4:00pm Carols & Readings at All Saints' Have a happy holiday season! present." Santant gave Ben his pres­ December 25 - Christmas Day Tanuary 2 From th e gang at ent and started walking to 10:00 am Holy Eucharist at St. Mark's 10:00 am Corporate Eucharist at All Saints' Ben's hole. Ben was hit by 4:00pm Readings at All Saints' Crofton Auto Service cold wind once again, except 246-311 5 this time it was even stronger so he ran faster. As soon as Ben was inside H··· o·:. he ripped open the present. BA.. ·.· K·' .· :e Rv. . · .o· .· · :~peN . . :· . . ;· : ··.u '.-· 's·.. ··. I;;c Inside he found an ant-sized microscope with a card that DECEMBER ..2:3 & 24 11am to 4pm said, "Merry Christmas! Love Santant." christmas fruit cakes In 2006 Ben learned how breads . to make food from sand. He was also nominated best ant. ftat breads With his microscope he did ORGANIC AR'TlSAN BAKING 'IN A many things for the queen WOOD FIRED BRICK O·VEN FROM THE and he also taught all ants BREAOlAOY how to celebrate Christmas. S,AlT SPRING I,SLAND BREAD, CO~ Now Benjamin Beethoven 251 forest fUdge Rd. Salt: Spring Island. 80 Bartly is called "The Great Heather CB~mpb>OII Tel l Fa,x: (250) 653·4809, Ben" and it's all because of GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD CHRISTMAS STORIES WEDNESDAY; DECEMBER 22, 2004 .o. B7 Rusty -s Return By BENJAMIN slept with the warm sweet store, and brought back soft and called out thank-yous as TOBIAS MARION horses. By day, he shared round cheeses and olives as his friends vanished into the First place carrots and kibbles with the gifts for his friends. green wet woods. Age 8 category goats. And when Tony the After Rusty had fallen "Thank you for the best Once upon a time, there farmhand's shepherd came asleep under the food dish Christmas present of all!" was a little boy named Ben. to visit, he and Rusty would in the goat pen, the other The next morning, Ben He walked through the share bones together, like animals held a meeting in awoke hopeful but puzzled. woods to the fann next door. dogs. Royal's private paddock. He didn't think the chanc­ He was going to feed the Rusty lived through a "Rusty's unhappy," said es were very good, but he horses that lived there, and happy yellow fall with the one of the goats in the thought he might check the his little stuffed dog Rusty stable animals. crowd. rabbit's cage anyway. was riding along in his coat But, as the Christmas "It's time to get him Feeling foolish, he ran pocket. season approached, Rusty home." down the hill, opened the By the time Ben and Rusty missed Ben, his boy family, The animals made a plan. door, and stuck his hand into got to the stable, Rusty was more than he had before. In his mom's magical the hutch. He felt a patch of so excited he couldn't help On Christmas Eve, the cottage, Ben was having a velour nuzzled up against but jump right out of Ben's animals had a big party get­ dream. He saw a long string soft fur. Pulling out the firm pocket and into the hay. together. The stable radio, of animals proceeding up bundle, Ben was amazed to Meeting the two Shetland which was left on all the the violet valley. Two goats find that, yes, indeed, it was Meny ponies, Classic and Galaxy, time, to soothe the animals, led, carrying Rusty between Rusty the missing stuffed distracted Rusty so much played Christmas carols. them. They were followed by dog returned. c liristmas! that he didn't notice Ben was Royal the stallion danced the horses and the shepherd, Was it possible? Could his gone until the night stars with Dancer, who, after all, who herded the bunch from dream have been real? Ben The Recycling Depot came out. could obviously dance. the back. wondered as he walked back 349 Rainbow Rd. That was September. The goats led a lively game When they reached the up the hill clutching Rusty. Although he missed Ben, of Pin-the-Tail-on Tony. rabbit hutches in Ben's blue Then, just like in any story, his boy, Rusty had great fun Rusty slipped through an backyard, Rusty clambered Ben and Rusty lived happily in the stable. At night, he open window into the farm in with the month-old kits, ever after.

27 28 I 29 I 30 ?ill (/Ja.LJ BRUNCH & BENNIES t X The Great Escape Saturday & Sunday in ~~ Fulford & Ganges _ --..• Tree House By OWEN HOOPER have a post office. They tried Cafe First place to sneak out in the night. Age 9 category There were night guards, so "Get back to work, Puny," they gave up. commanded Big Elf. But one day, Puny was "Okay," said Puny. working in the mines when Puny didn't know how to suddenly he saw a Gnome. make toys and he didn't like "Hi," said Puny. the way he lived. You see, "Hi," said Gnome. Santa only sees the elves at They talked. Puny figured Christmas and he doesn't out that Gnome was a miner know where they go the rest Gnome and he had lots of of the year. friends, so he thought of a The Blue Patrol were a plan. He told Gnome his patrol of a bigger type of elf. plan and he agreed. After Christmas every year So the next day, the elves they would take Puny and went to work. the other elves to a sort of Then they saw Gnome jail. Then they had to work and Gnome had friends with in the mines for the rest of him. Suddenly Gnome and the year. his friends started to dig a You see, the Blue Patrol tunnel. They dug and dug were making them dig for until they dug a passage to gold so they could get rich. escape. (Of course Santa had noth­ Then all the elves one by ing to do with it.) one marched into the tunnel And that's why Puny (and and escaped. But at every the other elves) wanted to Christmas Eve they return escap~. from wherever they are and They once tried to send a go to the workshop to make letter to Santa. They did not toys. B8 • WEDNESDAY. DECEMBER 22, 2004 CHRISTMAS STORIES GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD lMetrry Christmas J ll · a ,H~ppy N.ew 'Year! s The office is closed December 23rd, e and will re-open january 4th! CHRISTMAS COWGIRL: Sarah 1< Robinson gets in the c f llnag!J!~~ Christmas spirit as she s www.imaginethatgraphics.ca helps set up decorations at one of Salt Spring's tl many Christmas craft e fairs. c Photo by Derrick Lundy h a: How Santa Became 0 live. Their heads are green So he found the reindeer the boy saw white below a:nd 0 Change engine oil & filter By REBECCA STEEL Second place and their hands are blue and and the sled. He had no toys, nothing else. "Down boys," s Inspect: • brakes, linings, fi hoses & steel lines Age 8 category they went the sea in a sieve." so he grabbed a bag of rein­ he shouted and the reindeer • Tires, tread & inflation Once there was a little boy You'll probably say, "What deer feed, but noticing he plunged toward the white s tl o Steering • Suspension includes SL 1OW30 oil who lived in the land of the is this they went to the sea in didn't know how long he like a child plunging his & most filters, t< • Lights 4x4 extra, tax extra Jumblies. a sieve bit?" 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WEDNESDAY, DEC 22 7:00PM D * Gone Dark (2003, Thriller) A misplaced package causes a heroin·addicted officer to take an elderly woman hostage. Lauren Bacall, Claire For/ani (1 h30) 8:00PM D **** Scrooge (1951, Drama) A miserable old man, soured on the meaning of Christmas, is visned by three ghosts. Alastair Sim, Jack Warner (2h) 0 ** Bad Faith (2000, Suspense) A reporter uncovers a police conspiracy that allows a serial killer to run rampant. Tony Nardi, Michael Moriarty (2h) fi) *The Beautician and the Beast (1997, Comedy) A Queens beautician is mistakenly recruned to tutor a foreign dk:tator's children. Fran Drescher. Timothy Dalton (2h) ' 9:00 PM D **** Angels in America (2003, Drama) A group ol Americans confront different aspects of AIDS during the Reagan era. AI Pacino, Meryl Streep 0 Too Coot for Christmas (2004, Comedy) A fashion enthusiast joins Santa on his rounds and learns the true meaning of Christmas. Ryan Mcdonell, Adrienne Carter (2h) ill Eve's Christmas {2004, Drama) An executive about to become a partner in her firm , re-evaluates her tne $~ c~me-~~ £Christmas in Connecticut (1945, and New Year's Day Comedy/Drama) A promotional stunt threatens or Marguerite at 53 7,5302. to expose a columnist's fictnious housekeeping skills. in order to allow staff to be Barbara Stanwyck, Dennis Morgan (2h) ffi ** Dinner Game (1998, Comedy) Agroup of friends with their families. conduct a contest to see who can bnng the stupidest person to dinner. Thierry Lhermiffe, Jacques Vil/eret (1 h30) - Holiday Hours • THURSDAY, DEC 23 *Thursday, December 23 - 7am-8pm 7:00PM D ** Kart Racer (2003, Comedy/Drama) A teenager tries to reach out to his estranged father by entering a karting championship. Johnny Griffin 8:00PM 0 **Jack Frost (1999, Fantasy) After his death, a father comes back as a snowman and must put things right with his son. Michael Keaton, Kelly Preston (2h) U ****The Sound of Music (1965, Musical) A woman leaves an Austrian convent to become governess to a captain's seven children. Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer (3h) D ** fee Bound: A Woman's Survival at the South Pole (2003, True) A 46-year-old Ohio doctor battles breast cancer while isolated at the South Pole. Susan Sarandon, Aidan Devine (2h) fi) **Toys (1992, Fantasy) A man tries to save a toy factory when it is turned into a miniature weapons factory. Robin Williams, Michael Gambon (2h30) fB * * * The Santa Clause (1994, Comedy) A father mendis his relationship with his son after he is transformed into Santa Claus. Tim Allen 8:30PM D **Lara Croft Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life (2003, Adventure) Lara Croft pursues a Chinese crime boss in order to regain the mythical Pandora's Box. Angelina Jolie, Gerard Butler {2h) 9:00PM ill A Very Married Christmas (2004, Drama) A man's orderly life begins to fall apart when he learns that his wife wants a divorce. Joe Mantegna, Jean Smart (2h) (I!) ** A Mom for Christmas (1990, Drama) A lonely girl wishes a beautiful department store mannequin to life to replace her mom. Olivia Newton-John, Doug Sheehan (1 h30) ffi ***A Christmas Carol (1984, Drama) An old man who hates Christmas is taught its true meaning and spirit by three ghosts. George C. Scott, 10:00 PM (9 ***Cape Fear (1991, Thriller) A hardened criminal threatens the family of the lawyer who deliberately put him in jail. Robert De Niro, Nick Nolte (2h15) 10:30 PM D **The Matrix Revolutions (2003, Sci-Fi) While the human city of Zion comes under attack, Neo ventures into the mainframe. Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne (2h30) 11 :30PM D ***A Christmas Carol (1999, Drama) A film adaptation of Charles Dickens' novel, featuring the infamous Ebenezer Scrooge. Patrick Stewart, Richard E. Grant @ll · FRIDAY, DEC 24 6:30PM (9 ***The Christmas Wife (1988, Romance) A lonely and aging widower hires a spouse to spend the Christmas holidays with him. Jason Robards, Gwynyth Walsh (1h30) 7:00PM D *** * It's a Wonderful Life (1946, Drama) An angel shows a suicidal banker how important he has been to the lives of others. James Stewart, Donna Reed (3h) B10 • WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2004 WHAT'S ON GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD

FRIDAY, DEC 24 7:00PM D ** Bad Santa (2003, Comedy) A k>w-lrre conman poses as a Santa in order to rip off department stores before Christmas. Billy Bob Thornton, Bernie Mac (1h45) · 0 **Rent-a-Kid (1997, Comedy) A salesman suddenly finds himself in charge of an orphanage and starts looking for homes. Leslie Nielsen, Christopher Lloyd (2h) 7:30 PM ffi **The Cliristmas Star {1986, Drama) A escapee's holiday spirit is renewed when two kids believe him to be Santa Claus. Ed Asner. Jim Metzler (1 h30) 8:00PM 9 A Christmas Carol: The Musical (2004, Musical) An old miser is given a second chance when he is visrred by ghosts on Christmas Eve. Kelsey Grammer. Jason Alexander (2h) D Silent Night (2002, Drama) A German boy invnes American and German soldiers to Christmas Eve dinner during WWII. Linda Hamilton, Matthew Harbour (2h) fi) *** The Best Man {1999, Romance) A wedding celebralk>n is disrupted by a revealing novel which was writlen by the best man. Taye Diggs, Nia Long (2h) fi) * * * An All Dogs Christmas Carol (1998, Animated) A group of dogs try to save Christmas from an evil bulldog and a sinister spirit. Voices of Dom DeLuise, Steven Webber (1 h30) m **The Adventures of Rocky and Bullwin kle (2000, Family) Rocky, Bullwinkle and an FBI agent must slop a trio that plans to ruin America's future. Robert De Niro, Rene Russo (2h) 8:45PM D * ** In America (2002, Drama) An True North Satellite Systems impoverished Irish family sneaks into New York Cny in the hope of making a new start. Paddy Considine Sale • Installations • Internet • All Brands 9:00PM 0 A Christmas Caroi :The Musical (2004, Authorized Expressvu Dealer Musical) An old miser is given a second chance when he is visited by ghosts on Christmas Eve. Kelsey Grammer. Jason Alexander (2h) 0 * He Sees You When You 're Sleeping (2002, Suspense) In order to enter Heaven, a dead man must rescue a mother and her daughter from gangsters. Cameron Bancroft, Erika Eleniak (2h) 0 * ** Stolen Miracle (2001 , Drama) Based on the real-life story of the 1993 Christmas-time abduction of a new-born baby. Leslie Hope, Hugh Thompson (2h) ffi **Ernest Saves Christmas (1988, Comedy) Ernest P. Worrel tries to help a retiring Santa Claus in hiring the new St. Nick. Jim Varney fi) ** I'll Be Home for Christmas (1998, Family) A conniving college student tries desperate~ to get home in lime for Christmas dinner. Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Jessica Biel (2h5) 9:45 PM (9 ***Jesus Christ Superstar (1973, Musical) Based on Andrew Lloyd Webbers original show, this rock opera depicts Christ's last six days. Ted Neeley, Carl Anderson (2hl 10:30 PM D *** Die Another Day (2002, Action) James Bond must uncover the connection between a terrorist and a dei:eitlul diamond broker. Pierce Brosnan, Halle Berry (2 h1 5) 10:35 PM ffi ** Mixed Nuts (1994, Comedy) Asuicide hotline tries to muddle through Christmas Eve and make money for their building. Steve Martin 11:00PM fJ ***The Bishop's Wife (1947, Comedy) An angel comes to Earth to help a bishop and his wrre raise funds to build a new church . Cary Grant 0 * *The Family Man (2001 , Drama) A fast­ lane money broker wakes up to find out how life could have been as a family man. Nicolas Cage, Tea Leoni (3h) 11:45 PM (9 *** It Could Happen to You (1994, Romance) An honorable policeman shares his winning lottery ticket wrrh an unlucky waitress. Nicolas Cage, Bridget Fonda (2h) SATURDAY, DEC 25 6:00PM Oi) **** Outlaw Josey Wales (1976, Western) Afarmer joins Confederate soldiers to pursue the Union renegades who killed his family. Clint Eastwood, Sondra Locke (3h) 7:00PM D **Cheaper By The Dozen (2003, Comedy) A father of twelve must juggle his new job and his family while his wife is away. Steve Martin 7:30 PM D *** * White Chri stmas (1 954, Musical) In order to save an inn, entertainers stage a musical show and end up finding romance. Bing Crosby 8:00PM 9 * *** It's a Wonderful Life {1946, Drama) An angel shows a suicidal banker how important he has been to the lives of others. James Stewart, Donna Reed(3h) ill ****The Red Violin (1998, Drama) The tale of a priceless violin that passes through different lives, changing them forever. Samuel L. Jackson, Greta Scacchi (3h) fi) ***The Right Stuff (1983, Biography) An offbeat look at the birth of America's space program and the first astronauts. Sam Shepard, Scott Glenn (4h ) 8:00 PM fB ***My Dog Skip (1999, Family) During WWII in Mississippi, a shy boy's beloved dog Skip changes his life for the betler. Frankie Muniz, Kevin Bacon (2h) fi) ****The Sound of Music (1965, Musical) A woman leaves an Austrian convent to become governess to a captain's seven children. Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer (4h) 8:45 PM (9 ***My Cousin Vinny (1992, Comedy) A Brooklyn lawyer attempts to defend his innocent cousin and friend on charges of murder. Joe Pesci, 9:00 PM D *You Got Served (2004, Drama) Two friends must win their city's dance contest in order to open a recordin~ studio. Omarion, Marques Houston (2h) 0 Eve s Christmas (2004, Drama) An executive about to become a partner in her firm , re-evaluates her life on Christmas Eve Cheryl Ladd, Elisa Donovan (2h) Oi) ****Outlaw Josey Wales (1976, Western) A farmer joins Confede~e soldiers to pursue the Union renegades who killed his family. Clint Eastwood, Sondra Locke (3h) fE *** Scent of a Woman (1992, Drama) A prep-school student cares for a blind, hard-drinking ex­ army colonel to earn money. AI Pacino, 9:05PM ffi Snow (2004, Family) A young man wrth a toy delivery business sets out to rescue his reindeer before Christmas. Tom Cavanagh, Jackie Burroughs 11 :00 PM fJ ****Going My Way (1944, Drama) The story of a young priest who wins over an aging pastor and some Iough parish kids. Bing Crosby, Barry Fitzgerald (2h) D ** Daredevil {2003, Fantasy) Ablind man, whose other senses are enhanced, becomes an acrobatic superhero. Ben Affleck, Jennifer Garner (2h) 11 :15 PM (9 **So I Married an Axe Murderer (1993, Comedy) Ayoung man begins to fear that he has just married a ruthless serial killer. Mike Myers 11:30 PM ffi **The Kid Who Loved Christmas (1990, Drama) A young orphan must fight against social workers in order to remain with his dad. Trent Cameron, Gregory Sporleder (1h30) SUNDAY, DEC 26 6:00PM (9 *** Rushmore (1998, Drama) What might happen if a tenth-grader had the resources to bring his every whim to life. Jason Schwartzman, Bill Murray PEOP NITY GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD • WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2004 • PAGE 811 The Last Glittering X-mas Star By MEliSSA ROACH jingled softly as she went. He told us to hop in the Mom sighted the other Second place She slowly opened the door truck. He said there wasn't plane first. "Paul, over Age 9 category as the chimes at the top of much time because Santa there!" she said. I stared out at the stars. the door chimed. Glitter was flew out at midnight. There "What. Where?" Klohie came over, sat spread on the ground. was urgency in his voice so "Over there!" Alison shout­ beside me and looked at me "Oh, that was a long fall!" we all followed his directions. ed, pointing to the south. with those adorable puppy said a lively, unfamiliar When we were on our way, Dad took a sharp turn and eyes. She nodded her head voice. We all spun around to he explained, "My buddy has Mum had to tell him not to towards the window as see a small glittering star. this floatplane. I'm sure he'll do anything fancy. though she was referring to "Don't look so surprised. do us a favour! From there "I'm a pilot. I can't really the stars. We all knew it would happen we will do what we can." help it," he replied. I patted her head and said, one year. Well, Santa didn't, The car pulled to a stop. We overlapped them and "Those are Christmas stars, but everyone else did!" We all got out. saw an old grumpy looking Klohie." I answered her "Excuse me but who are "Hey Paul, what do you Santa in the driver's seat. question. you?" my Mum asked quietly. need?" On the other side of the plan I saw a plane cross the "I am Gloria the Christ­ "Hey, do you mind ifl bor­ there was a sky diving Santa decorated sky. I kept on mas Star! And I am here to row the plane for a while?" ushering all of the stars into speaking. tell you everything that is The man had a friendly, go a net out of sight. "Christmas stars come out going on!" ahead look on his face. But I Alison had an idea. She every Christmas Eve to help "Why are you going to tell still didn't know what my Dad most definitely didn't want to, Santa find his way." us?" Mom asked once more. was going to attempt to do! but she took her Swiss Army I smiled warmly at the "Because you are the only "By all means Paul, have knife that Dad had given her dog. I continued to pat her ones who noticed! All the fake fun!" and cut the net, causi~g all the and looked at the sky again. Santas are stealing the Christ­ "Thanks a lot! See you stars to retreat to their natural Slowly but steadily the mas stars! Everyone knows later." placements as we sped by. stars popped out of sight. the Christmas stars lay low on "Bye." Such a force caused the Santa Out of nowhere a star started Christmas Eve so Santa can The dock was salted but I to drop the net and shake his to fall down and down. It was see his way! The fake Santas was still cautious. The winter fists in rage. Alison watched falling dangerously close to hate Christmas. They are fly­ air chilled us as we walked. her knife fall to the ground. Ganges now. It dropped with ing around in a plane steal­ The plane awaited us. As we I smiled as we landed a silent, soft thud. Klohie 's ing all the Christmas stars. If moved forward, stars were smoothly on the glassy sea. ears poked right up. Alison Santa can't see his way, he'll popping out of sight as the ¥/e all once again stepped en lifted her head from rummag­ let everybody down. If every­ other plane went by. We all the salted dock. My eyes mag­ ing through the fridge. Mum body is let down once1 there's went single file into the float netically went to the moon. I spun around from the com­ no more Christmas. Nobody plane. The engine slowly saw a bright red light in front puter, looking alert, and Dad except the fake Santas would came to life. It was just like of a figure of a sleigh slowly stopped reading the paper be happy. You need to save waiting for a computer to making its way forward. and had a concerned expres­ Christmas!" load. Slowly gliding across My heart jumped. "Santa," sion on his face! Nobody She started coughing up the water, then . .. accelera­ I murmured. knew what was going on! stardust when she finished. tion and we were airborne! "Let's go home and have Alison was first to investi­ Nobody had questions. But The sensation in my stomach some hot chocolate!" said EYE ON SANTA: Koah Georger Faevan shares a gate. Even the dog was a bit Dad knew exactly what to do . was strong but it didn't last. Mum. special moment with Santa as he sits on his lap at testy. Alison crept down the "I know a guy who knows Gloria's voice rang out, Gloria glittered above us. Santa's Breakfast held Sunday at Fulford Hall. stairs. Her intention was to a guy; well, I know that guy "You better hurry up or I'll I thought, "She was almost Photo by Derrick Lundy be as quiet as possible. Too too. Who am I kidding; let's be the last glittering Christ­ the last glittering Christmas bad for her that her earrings just say I know everyone!" mas star!" star." · Santa S Plan for the reindeer saves Christmas By EVAN PEARSON to the island, Santa noticed ready for Christmas. don't want to disappoint will have to do without pres­ Christmas Eve." Second place there wasn't too much snow But the reindeer didn't everyone," pleaded Santa. ents this year." The elves thought Santa Age 10 category and he could smell his favou­ want to work this year. Sitting down in his big Though Santa had had had an excellent idea and Cruising home and feel­ rite type of cookies, oatmeal Instead they wanted to sit Lazy Boy chair Santa thought many worries before with quickly went to work. ing tired after a long night chocolate chip, baking in the on the couch and watch their and thought and thought. the reindeer, nothing this Every year after the pres­ of delivering presents, Santa ovens below. favourite Christmas shows. "How about I '11 give you worrisome had ever come ents were delivered, Santa was thinking about jumping "What a cool place to They complained to Santa, extra eggnog and fresh new up before. always gave the reindeers into bed. live," thought Santa. "We don't want to pull your carrots?" asked Santa. Once again Santa thought presents, but this year he He was feelmg sleepy, As soon as the holidays sleigh this year. We have The reindeer quickly and thought and thought. He gave them their present a thinking he was done, when were over, Santa returned to do it every year. It's too replied, "All that hard work could hear loud voices com­ day early. all of a sudden one of his to buy an acreage on Salt much work for free." and all we're going to get is ing from the reindeers' room "Wow, what a cool idea reindeers yelled, "Santa, Spring for himself, the elves "If you don't help me a little bit more eggnog and where they liked to hang out Santa," said Cupid. "Let's have we delivered presents and reindeer to live. deliver presents, who will?" a few extra carrots. Na, no and watch TV get going so we're not late." to that island below us?" What a great year Santa Santa said, very worried. deal! " Suddenly Santa had an So the elves quickly got Jerking awake, Santa and the elves had explor­ The reindeer sat and Santa became even more idea, a wonderful idea. busy with their power tools called back to his reindeer, ing around their new island thought. "How about some worried. With his head hang­ "We don't have much time and installed the new TV on "No, I don't think so. Let home. cows?" they said in a cheeky ing down, feeling defeated, left, but perhaps the elves Santa's sleigh. Now every the lead reindeer know we Almost one year after voice. he slowly walked back to his could build a portable TV year before starting deliver­ need to turn around and go Santa moved to Salt Spring, "Cows can't fly, only rein­ comfy chair. especially for the sleigh so ies, the reindeer drop into back." he gave his usual warning to deer can. Please help me "I can't force the reindeer the reindeer could watch Island Star to pick their When the sleigh got closer the reindeer to start getting deliver gifts to the kids. We to work, so I gues~ the kids their favourite programs on Christmas Eve movie. / \

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As I feared, they the window was covered in had come up so suddenly sure enough, that's what I didn't find my Dad or his frost and I could almost see we thought he might have heard. boat. From then on, noth­ the winter's chill. come home early. I put on "Mayday. Mayday. May­ ing was the same. My family I, opposite to the outdoors, my heaviest coat and my big­ day." My Dad's voice rang was mourning, my mom was was safe and warm in the liv­ gest boots and walked down out. depressed; it was like our ing room bay window. It was to the dock to look for his lives had stopped. 2062 Henry Avenue W. I knew Mayday was bad Sidney, B.C. VSL 1Y5 my spot. 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I felt like thing, his boat had been we would have four years family a safe snowing but w!ndy, really something had happened to thrown into an iceberg. ago: merrily. windy. That's what worried him. The Coast Guard said they I think my Dad was there and happy me. My Dad was a cmnmer-· I ran, against the blind­ were on their way, but I knew too, in spirit, and I think that cial fisherman based out of ing wind and snow, down my Dad's fishing routes and I now he always watches over holiday ~~ Halifax, and the day before to the boatshed where he feared they wouldn't get to us all. there had been a cod opening. kept his VHF radio. It was him. Wliere was he? Was he I'll never forget the Christ­ season. My mom begged him not a special boaters' radio. 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Even as time passes and I The so-called joy of giv­ The smiling and happy I love hot chocolate on cold find myself slowly losing my ing becomes a contest on people that tell you they have days and the spirit of family. childlike sense of magic, I who spends the most money, the recipe for a happy holi­ I love good ol' Saint Nick still maintain that spirit for the and the number of prettily day are the embodiment of and the smell of the Christ­ short dreary days of winter. wrapped packages that find our overdrawn credit cards mas tree. Laced with excitement and their way under the tree. and post-Christmas over­ There is something anticipation, I feel that there Our objective is morphing spent blues. uncharacteristically excit­ is no better holiday during from the joy of giving, to the The holidays are supposed ing about going to bed early the year than the one that greed of receiving. 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HAPPY NEW YEA~! "Salt Spring's Outdoor Is being more active part of Adventure, Gear & Clothing Co ." your New Year's resolution? * 20 - 25'ro off Hiking Boots & Shoes * 25% off Moisture Management Shirts * 25'ro off Cycling/Running Jackets & Pants * 201o off Paddles & Lifejackets eek sun. mon. ,tues. decemb~r26 · dece~nber27 : dKember28 live entertainment live entertainment other activities other activities live entertainment live entertainment live entertainment "\~ . . . :christmas with to Music. : : Tom Hooper & the Angry : Nothing scheduled at : Circle Dance Group. ''c;ioliio~ ~ '~oii~rbl:;ding ' common~~ • Hippies. • this time. Christmastide. • S : Fridays at Fulford Hall, : Turkey Dmner. : Drop-in. 7-8:30 p.m. . s· . • crooge. : At Anise , 9 pm • Spec1a 1 1mp 1y 0 rgan1c • . : 7:30-9 pm : Free community dinner other activities · : Info: 538-0316. event at All Saints, 10:1 o : At ArtSpnng, 7 pm • • at Meaden Hall , 11:30 am other activities : Nothing scheduled at :Jam Open Mike. : Christmas Eve Services. : am. Sponsored by the : See island church ads : SSI United Church. : Duck Golf Disc Golf. : this time. Christmas With : Fulford Inn. : for places and times. : Annual Boxing Day Scrooge. : tourney at Mouat Park. At ArtSpring, 7 pm : 10 am other activities

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cinema January I at I p.m. The Polar Express- HELD OVER! Tom Hanks and director Robert Zeneckis re-team in this computer-generated family film Vesuvius Ba'j based on the story of a boy who takes a magical train ride to the North Pole. Polar Bear Swim Oceans 12 - The cool gang of thieves, includ ing George With "The lncredibles" theme Clooney, Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts and Matt Damon head to Paris Sponsored by Ssplash for another impossible heist, this time with a French competitor (Vincent Cassel) to deal with as well. Steve Soderbergh directs. Ganges CINEMA CLOSED Dec. 24·25. Mouat's Centre TKRIFTY cablelV 7:30am- 9 pm FOODS'" 7 days a week Fresh isn't all we're famous for! SSTV Cable Channel12 runs continuously for 24 hours begin­ ning at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, December 28. Note that during the month of December, programs will air on Tuesdays! Featured this week is The Holly and the Ivy concert with Salt Spring Singers! Honour Choir and Island Brass Players. Plus Fall Fair 2004 (Pt. I) Back to the warm golden days of late summer at the grounds of the Farmers Institute. · Ganges Lights: images of the village on a quiet night as it shines brightly with the spirit of the season. exhibitions • Salt Spring Painters Guild show portrait works and more in the lobby at ArtSpring. SWiDISit MATTII£SS 6 PIUDWS • Michael Hames has monotypes and miniatures on display at 1-800-887-4321 www.tempurcanada.com Thunderbird Gallery through Dec. 23. Tempur is sold in over 50 countries • Salt Spring Woodworks features Stefanie Denz paintings and worldwide, with hundreds of fine woodwork by several artists. 125 Churchill Rd., Dec. 16-19. dealers across Canada. • Copperwood Gallery is open for the Christmas season . 111 Morningside in Fulford. A better night's sleep, no springs attached! • Martinus Gallery is now open in Ganges. 145 Seaview Avenue. • Karen Reiss, sculptor in clay, is the featured artist at UNCLE ALBERT'S FURNITURE Waterfront Gallery. 107 2nd St. Duncan Mon.-Sat. 9-5:30 r:::::JRi1 • Nature Photography by Theresa Mackey is at Moby's Pub 1·800-593·5303 Sun 11-4 ~ - ) through January 15.

CPU's starting at $64999 The ultimate radio control experience! saggg ·~../ GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD PEOPLE & COMMUNITY WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2004 .o. B17 _. First hair salon owner celebrates 90th HOT TUBS By MITCHELL SHERRIN • Repair & Maintenance! Staff Writer • Inspection with Free Estimate Some 120 islanders cel­ • NEW & USED HOT TUB SALES ebrated the 90th birthday of local beauty monarch Nelly Gilman-Schwiigly at the Harbour House Hotel on The Island's Full Senice Sunday. Hot Thb & Pool Service Dealer "She's still the queen of the family," said Nelly's 100 Twinflower Way, eldest daughter Maryke Soltspring Island Oudshoorn. Gulf Island Pool & Spa "Mom would like to thank 537-5147 Servicing all the Gulf Islands since 1999 her friends for coming out and making the day so mem­ orable," Maryke said. Nelly and her family opened the Dutch Beauty ... - 0 • • • • • • A Salon along Park Drive, the . ~ -· * . :')'... ,. . first hairstyling salon on Salt . • £...~.~.t·__.. f~· . ·. -·· ..• ,_.. -- .... •.-.J .•* .~fl ,; . . ~ ' p'!. 4 Spring, back in 1960 when ,,. ~· ~ ·~, S/:\·)!9- .. • '; • .l. y~~.;..,-;;·' ' . ' . .· .. * ~.,~;!~ they were still living in Vic­ .} ~f-.. . \ ~- .. .- il' : toria. • \.1 ':). p ''; "I couldn't leave those ~.,..~!"' . ·"--1, ·. * customers here. They didn't .. ~~4~i. • <,.·~~A • ' •• ~. &'1~} have a salon," Nelly said. BIRTHDAY GIRL: "Queen of the family" Nelly Gilman-Schwagly is surrounded ~~~ . .M. . ti\.;c- "I couldn't say 'no."' by four of her children -from left Henry, Maryke, Ansje and Elly- at her 90th · ·-~'\'"· ._': ~ .. ~-'"'...::a. She left her daughters birthday party, attended by 120 people Sunday afternoon. Photo by Derrick Lundy *&{:·• .. ~-~- ,;+.• ;;;: . 111!<'!.Y,(({!!.: ·. ~.11-~. ·~ •-;.,. Maryke, Elly and Ansje to \ ~··\.\." * . -. >- ~ e. A run her Blanshard Street "She had a wonderful cli­ the war, Maryke said. ming, she became fraught . salon while she commuted entele," Maryke said. "She came to thank my with concern for Fred's to the island aboard the Cy Previous customers were mom for being her mom." safety and rushed out to save Peck until she moved over to among the guests at Sun­ Nelly says she owes her him when he dunked under May Peace On Earth the island in 1961. day's surprise party, even good health today to a fine the surface three times. She "My son-in-law [Bram though Nelly sold the busi­ family, a comfortable bed found that he wasn't drown­ be your gift of Christmas Oudshoorn] built a new ness 30 years ago. She also and one hour of exercises ing, but attempting to rescue business where the cablevi­ saw friends she hasn't seen every morning. his dentures. It's our privilege to have you as our sion office is now [on Lower in 40 years. "I need to stay alive "That's when I said, 'Ya, Ganges Road]," Nelly said. "I would like to thank the because I've got lots of work I'll marry you."' friends & customers. Her son Frank Jr. also Harbour House for cooperat­ to do with my kids." She even loved him while THANK YOU helped the business by sham­ ing with us. They bent over Along with three daugh­ he waited for his new den­ pooing hair, Nelly said. backwards," Henry said. ters, two sons, 14 grandchil­ tures to arrive and they $+ "But he was a clown and Guests at the party includ­ dren and 19 great grandchil­ remained together for eight put soap on the nose." ed Nelly's friends from the dren, Nelly was also blessed years until he died, she said. Murakami Auto Repairs The Dutch Beauty Salon Lions, the Catholic Women's with two good husbands, "They have both been GUARANTEED ICBC COLLISION & AUTO GLASS grew to three shops in Vic­ League, the Royal Canadian Maryke said. beautiful husbands." 191 Rainbow Road • 537-2239 toria and Salt Spring, and Legion and the Lost Chords "We had a really sweet Asked how long she thinks over :JO years of sewice Nelly established a regal she'lllive, she said, "As long from Richard, Vi, Rose, Randy, Jack, Wallv & Adam reputation after she provided choir. dad. He was tops," she said. Asked about her mem­ Though Nelly has always as my mind is good and my services to Queen Juliana of legs will go." the Netherlands. bership in so many groups, been vivacious by nature, she "They knew I had the best Nelly said, "After you work was sad and lonely after her shop in Victoria so they asked so hard in life, you can't sit first husband Frank died in if I would do the Queen's still anymore." 1974, the day after she sold hair," Nelly smiled. Nelly also suffered more her salon to stay home and "A lot of the Dutch started than her share of hardship take care of him, Maryke coming to the shop more during WWII. Her father said. when the word got out," said was killed by an errant bomb But after 11 years ofliving from an Allied plane, her as a widow, Nelly met Fred Best Wishes her son Henry. Nelly laughed that she husband was captured by the Gilman at a party for single couldn't speak a word of Germans as a P.O.W and she seniors in 1985 and started a for this Festive Season English when she first moved lost three of her own chil­ new chapter. to Victoria in 1957 but she dren to a rare illness related "I got everybody singing," from our family to your family was already an accomplished to diabetes. she smiled. hairdresser. But Nelly helped care for After a period of dat­ "I was working so I other newborns as a wet ing, Fred and Nelly went couldn't go to school," she nurse at the hospital in Rot­ to Hawaii together and she said. terdam. realized she was in love ~ So her customers taught One friend who came to when they had a frightening her the language, she Sunday's party, Jenny Locke, mishap. laughed. was nursed by Nelly during While they were swim-

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SrutSpring SEASONAl FEAST: Pentecostal Assembly John Fischer enjoys a plate of goodies as he Prizes galore at 215 Baker Rd joins about 80 seniors at (250) 537-0009 the Salt Spring Seniors Services Society's annual bridge gathering Christmas tea, Wednes­ The last Gulf Islands ed, not only that he would day at Lions Hall. Bridge Club game of the win a prize, but which one. Photo by Derrick Lundy year saw Joan Conlan and He almost did - but he Blanche Poborsa come snatched defeat out of the DRIFTWOOD 2004 in first, followed by Irene jaws of victory when I out­ BABY ALBUM Hawksworth and Jill Evans. foxed him by waiting until The Laundrys were third, he had claimed what I then Today is the last day to get and Ima Krayenhoff and relieved him of. Always a your baby photos into the Patricia MacFarlane were fun game. The other lucky Driftwood office. Everyone Welcome fourth. (crafty?) winner was Irene Call537-9933 for details. The game before Christ­ Hawksworth, who claimed Jesus is the Reason mas, we have a tradition that both the other prizes. for the Season anyone taking a trick with a So now we - or some of deuce gets a prize. This, of us, anyway - will have to course, happens many times, suffer through a three-week and so the prizes (of which hiatus, while others spend there are three) change money (possibly that "they EAT FOR).JulQ ON YOUR BIRTHDAY hands frequently. It is only don't got") on a thorough­ during the last few hands ly commercial credit-card Bring ;3 friends with you on your birthday '-.. t ~ / that it really matters having Christmas, followed by and you eat for free. . TrecfHOuse [bnng your ID]. Cafe one (or more) deuces and a thoroughly sizzled New that is when a combination Year's eve. Pity. of prevarication and delib­ Our next game will be held erate procrastination comes on January 3, 2005. Until then: into play. A certain player "Merry Christmas to all, And (who shall be nameless) to all a good fight" - at the announced before play start- card-table, of course. POLLY THE PIG From Page B14 "Someone wants Christ­ said Santa. onto the ice below. decorate it, give each other mas all to themselves. They "Well, now I sort of know "Thank goodness .. . Now gifts and most of all spend have been stealing all the where the bandits are," said that that's over," said Polly. time with the ones you love. presents that the elves are Polly quietly to herself. "Let's get on with this jour­ You didn't have to steal from making and all the deco­ She drove around the ney!" Santa!" rations. 1 have chosen you Himalayas for one hour, then They had been climbing "Oh, now I feel so bad for because you were the nicest she finally found the tallest for quite a while when they wrecking Christmas for the animal this year!" mountain there! She thought finally come to the front of people in your towri! " said a cave. Open Mondy, Dee. 27 "Okay, What do I have to to herself, "This might take the Sasquatch. a while." And she was right! "This must be it!" said 537-4331. to Thursday, Dee. 30 do?'' asked Polly. Jim, trembling. "It's okay, but we shouldn't "I need you to go to the After climbing up the moun­ rely on Santa to give us pres­ 319 Rainbow Rd. Saltspring, Island tain for a while, she met a They walked inside qui­ Himalayas for me. I don't etly then suddenly stopped. ents every year. What I mean frog. know who they are but I There was some noise com­ is that that's not the most know they live in the Hima­ "Who are you?" asked the important thing. Spending frog. ing from deep inside the layas," said Santa. "I can't cave. time with family and friends "I'm Polly the pig from because I have to take care "Did you hear that?" you love is by far the most Canada and I'm looking for of the reindeer." asked Polly. She was quiver­ important part of Christ­ Best Wishes the cave at the very top of "Okay, I'll do it!" giggled ing with fear. "It sounded mas! " said Polly. the tallest mountain. It seems Polly. like ... music?" "Okay," said the Sasquatch for the The little pig hung up the impossible!" sighed Polly. "I'll go get the presents I "Hi, I'm Jim, and it's not They walked around the Holiday Season phone, got dressed in her corner so they both could took and return them. Now winter wear, jumped in her impossible because I've that I know what Christmas been to the top many times," see. Then they saw really to all our customers car and drove to the airport. tall people dancing around is all about, we don't need She walked around the air­ said the frog. "It was about them." 50 years ago, would you a Christmas tree. Actually Pam Ellacott, Sheila Twa port for a while until she like me to come with you?" they didn't really look like "Okay I'll give them back and Staff found a plane that would asked Jim. people, they looked more to Santa," said Polly "and take her to the Himalayas. "Sure, and I will carry like ..... SASQUATCHES! then I better go." The plane ride took one day you?" offered Polly. Polly ran out from behind "All right then," said the Salt Spring Garbage Services and one night then ... She "OK, thanks. Well, let's cover and yelled, "STOP Sasquatch and he went back had finally arrived in the get going!" said Jim excit­ BY THE NAME OF THE into the cave. "' 537-2167 Himalayans! edly. LAW!" They both said good-bye ~ All of a sudden she real­ All of a sudden they came Everything just stopped, and Polly set out to find her ized she hadn't asked Santa to a bridge. They were walk­ then Polly walked up to the way back home. where in the Himalayans ing across the bridge when a biggest Sasquatch there. "Well, a job well done. she needed to be looking horrific looking troll jumped "Are you the king?" Jim, since you were so for the thieves! Luckily she up from under the bridge. He nodded, then Polly helpful and a good friend, had brought her cell phone "Who are you?" sneered said, "May I have a word do you want to come back so she pressed re-dial and the troll. with you?" to my house and live with "I'm Polly and this is Jim!" phoned Santa back. They walked out of sight me instead of on this moun­ "Hi Santa, sorry for both­ said the frightened pretty lit­ tain?'' asked Polly. tle pig. "We are going to the and she asked him, "Why ering you but you forgot to "Really? Thank you so top of this mountain!" did you destroy Christmas?" tell me where in the Himala­ "Oh no you're not! I'm "I didn't mean to," he said, much!" said Jim, jumping yas it was!" going to eat you first," "I just wanted everyone in up and down. "Oh, I'm sorry, you need laughed the troll. my land to have a Christmas "Okay, well let's go home to travel to the tallest moun­ "Why?" asked Polly, like celebration this year!" then!" announced Polly. tain and there at the top you she was about to cry. "You didn't have to steal And the pretty little pig, will find a cave. I am sure "Ummmm, well, let's everything!" exclaimed Polly and her friend the frog, that is where the thieves are AAAHHH," screamed the Polly, "All you need to do Jim, both lived happily ever hanging out. Okay, bye!" troll as Polly pushed him is just get yourself a tree, after!

-- Where The Driftwood salutes local business people and accomplishments. ~ g-O«Hl/ (f~ Jt.t-olt U'~! On Sunday, December 12, eleven merchants created a "local shopping stroll" event. The eleven merchants, Coastal Currents, Aroma Crystal Therapy, Fables Cottage, Harlan's, Houseboat, Family Jewels, Love My Kitchen, Soapworks, Stitches, Windflower Moon and WearEverywear congratulate Linda Koroscil (l·ight) Vivian Davies on her Gift Basket winnings! and winner Vivian Davies

1 Is your Salt Spring business celebrating a special event? Call the Driffwood's Publisher, Penny Sakamoto. for information on this feature. 537-9933. 01:--IYIUI'IUHT- &.1-r"IYI _ eds 6DEATHS 9 SEASONAL GREETINGS 20 COMING EVENTS 20 COMING EVENTS BIGFOOT HERB Farms, Barney, ?'lit ... •;*"'.r)7''....:• .. iA'­ Ken and Pat and Big and Baby Vesuvius Bay HAYWARD'S r Community ~ Basketry Course FUNERAL SERVICE Foot wish each and every one the greatest of holiday seasons! ! Gospel Chapel i with Joan Carrigan Polar Bear 104 Eagle ridge Dr. 537-4466. ; 147Vesuvius Bay Rd. ~ MAY ALL the precious angels of Make 4 baskets, i. ~ Oi love caress your soul and bless each an introduction 11111111111 your path . Happy new year and • • "'~-··i~¥¥ love. Christian Paui-Tatonetti. ; i to a different technique: Ji~ - Friday, Dec. 24 ~ Wicker, Splint Woven, PUMP PRIMERS wishing you all PATRICK BEATTIE j 7:00pm :. Funeral Director continued good health and joy Twining, Random. this holiday season. Lift those i Christm?s Eve ~ Runs 6 Thurs. evenings: Box 315, Ganges P.O . feet. Ho, Ho, Ho. Catherine. :, Servtce Jan. Feb. 20 words or less SSI , V8K 2V9 MERRY CHRISTMAS to all j 6- 10 Tel : (250) 537-1 022 Meals on Wheels volunteer driv­ 7:00 - 9:30 pm $9.25 ~ !l{formatimv • 00 Fax: (250) 537-2012 ers and a happy New Year to you Cost: $150. Additional words all. Ho. Ho. Ho. ~ Call 537-2622 or ~ includes materials. 30¢ each l info@communitygospel J Run your ad for 2 weeks and get -..._ chapel.com .uTI To inquire or register: a third week FREE! i'-i•. ,.. .'1!.!.-...-.M· ... *~ 538-1877 PRIVATE PARTY, MERCHANDISE ADS ONLY More Basketry New Year's Day Sorry, no refunds, no changes. Course Sat. Jan. 1, 2005 with Joan Carrigan Make 4 more baskets, Ssplash in 20 words or less each an introduction ti me, l p~ $11.25 to a different technique. Additional words Rib, Diagonal Plaiting, Hot Chocolate/ 36¢ each BOXING Coiling, Netting. Deadline TU ESDAY NOON Muffins WEEK SALE! Runs 6 Tues. evenings DISPLAY Jan . 11 - Feb. 15 Theme is: 10 CELEBRATIONS 7:00 - 9:30 pm CLASSIFIED$ PLEASE WELCOME Louise Nye 25% OFF Cost: 00 The lncredibles $11.50 to the Septuagenarian Club. As $1 50. per column inch of Dec. 21, Louise will be per­ ALL Fleece includes materials. (minimum size one inch) mitted to park where she wants To inquire or register: Sponsored by Border: Add $2 (!), wear purple and pay double 20% OFF 538-1877 Frequency discounts available at the movies. All our love to you Grandma. Kathleen and the ALL Skatboard REGIONAL Boys. Decks. Helmets & CLASSIFIED$ Hardware BUY VANCOUVER 25% OFF ISLAND COULTER, Cdr. James Robert Boardman ALL Hoodies & $99 (Jay), RCN ret'd Jeans & T -shirts Your 25 word classified ad appears May 16, 1920 - December 17, 2004 inth eGulf IslandsDriftwood (Salt 20% OFF In Lady Minto Hospital on Salt Spring Island after a 6 month ALL Backpacks, Spring &Pender Islands) and 15 battle with leukemia. Starting Jan. 5 community papers on Over Duffle Bags & V.I. Jay Coulter was a vibrant, adventurous man of great HO)>PY Travel Accessories 262,455 readers. intelligence, inquisitiveness and humour. Jay loved life: he used Special Birti Youth Classes to say he had fun doing whatever came his way, both in his career 1 71 BUY LOWER and in his personal life. , 'dw~At~,all"' & More great DRAMA MAINLAND Jay was born in Montreal. He entered the Royal Canadian deals throughout Navy in 1941 and spent most of the war in the North Atlantic and From Your Family & $99 the Mediterranean carrying out the dangerous work of protecting the store! Your 25word classified ad convoys. He turned his wartime exposure to torpedo anti­ 20 COMING EVENTS submarine and mine warfare into his area of specialization after DANCE FOR A complete calendar of 163 Fulford-Ganges Rd appearsin 15 community papers the war. Although some of his appointments were on land, Jay coming events check the Drift­ Ballet • Jazz/Tap in the lower mainland. Over preferred being at sea and was proud that he had been given 537-2553 I 537-2571 wood Community Calendar, in command of so many ships. This poem that he loved expresses OPEN Monday to 525,455 readers. our office in the Upper Ganges Hip Hop • Modern his connection with the sea: Saturday 1 0 - 5 Centre, 328 Lower Ganges Road, Creative BUYBC or on our website at http://www. Why should I follow the tracks of man INTERIOR gulfislands.net. Use the calendar $99 When the trackless seas are free? for event planning , to make sure Why bind myself to a ribbon of dust your date doesn't conflict with STAGECOACH Your 25 word classified ad When the waters are calling me? someone else's. Drama 537-9709 appears in 22 community SEAFOOD RECIPE calendars, papers in the interior. Over Jay retired from the navy in 1965 and embarked upon a made on Salt Spring. Drawings Dance 537-4748 208,856 readers. completely different career. He held a number of senior positions by Bly Kaye. Easy to mail, $15, at in the federal government in areas as varied as Lester B Pearson's GVM, SS Books, RR Trading , Vol. Roman Catholic Church 20 COMING EVENTS BCYCNA War on Poverty, regional and economic expansion (New Brunswick) II Books, Love My Kitchen. and the UN Conference on Human Settlements (Habitat). He NUDGE SANTA- new session of 135 Drake Road, NETWORK ended his public service career in 1978 as the Associate Director painting classes (water colour or Salt Spring Island, V8K 2K8 CLASSIFIED$ of Heritage Canada. acrylics) starting in Jan. Begin­ PARISH PRIEST: Jay had an unquenchable thirst for knowledge. He read ners & intermediates welcome. Father Jules Goulet O.M.I. ·$349 voraciously and he loved to travel and experience different cultures. Gift certificates available. Call Val Phone: 250-537-2150 our 25word classified will appea At last count he had visited 75 countries. Three years ago he went Konig 537-9531 . in more than 11 0community to China and Japan; the following year he was in Greece. NAIKAI GALLERY opening for the Welcomes you to newspapersi nBC and the Yukon. Jay knew a lot about wine too and in the 1980's, as head of month of December only. Great the Vancouver Island branch of the Opimium Society, he had the Over 2.3 million readers. Christmas gifts. Free Xmas orna­ yhristma.s & good fortune to go to wine tastings in several countries. When ment for purchase of $25 & over. he was in his 70's, he took up sculpting and produced some fine D. Campbell print with purchase PAYMENT figurative and abstract work. of $100 & over. Carol Haigh print • We can accept payment Jay had a wonderful sense of humour. His daughter Marnie with purchase of $250 & over. shared and will miss his love of whimsy. Jay loved to tell stories by cash, direct debit, Come see Don and Paint at the ~f' Masses Mastercard or Visa. and his family and friends shared wonderful -- and often hilarious-­ old growing circle co-op location • Classifieds are prepaid times with him discussing his experiences and insights. You could in Gasoline alley. 537-6984. unless you have an always count on being offered a "glass" when you visited him. SANSKRIT CLASSES, Introduc­ Above all Jay was an outdoor person . He loved working in the CHRISTMAS EVE: I:IOLIDAY YOGA SCHEDULE advertising account. tory and Continuing, starts week Friday, Dec. 24 •h : garden and tinkering with everything in sight that needed repair. of Jan. 10 at Jayrambath; Medita­ ChristmasVigil Mass , 7pm NEW SCHEDULE IN EFFECT JANUARY 10, 2005 His daughter Margot will always treasure the hours she and her tion Centre, Upper Sky Valley Rd. ««:-,.,:;::::<:-:··· <~:=:=:=:=~:=>:=:::=mm .. father shared gardening and fixing up her house during his visits to Lalita: 653-4084: • In person at our office at Kingston. During winter months spent in Mexico with his travelling CHRISTMAS DAY TUES 21 -WED 22 Regular Schedule Saturday, Dec. 25th: 328 Lower Ganges Road, companion Louise, Jay was forever out and about exploring the THURS 23- FRI 24 AM Schedule only Ganges countryside by foot and/or bus. M ass at lOam His son Mark once asked him what in his various careers had Letter to (No 5pm mass) SAT 25 - MON 27 Closed • By teleohooe, 250-537-9933, (No mass at St. Paul's) orfax, 250-537-2613 given him the most satisfaction. He replied , "being the captain of TUES 28 9:00-1 0:30am my own ship." Jay Coulter was the captain of his own ship right the editor? Sunday, Dec. 26th: • By email to to the end and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved M ass at l Oam 4:00-S:OOpm [email protected] him. Jay is predeceased by his wife Priscilla (nee Wright). He is 5 :30-7:00pm (no attachments please) Press release? Sam at St. Paul's survived by his children , Marnie in Victoria, Mark on Salt Spring WED29 • By post to Driftwood, Island and Margot in Kingston, Ontario; in Ontario, by his sister NEW YEAR'S DAY: 9:00-1 0:30am 328 Lower Ganges Road, Leslie who adored her big brother and on Salt Spring Island, by What's On Saturday, Jan. 1st: 6 :30-7:45pm Salt Spring Island, B.C. his loving friend Louise Woodward. M ass at lOam & Spm THURS 30 9:00-1 0:30am V8K2V3. At Jay's request, there will be no funeral or memorial service. calendar (No mass at St. Paul 's) Mo!'~"G~Y,~ 11 :00-12:00pm The family wishes to thank the doctors and nurses at the Lady Sunday, Jan. 2nd: Minto Hospital on Salt Spring Island for their compassion and POLICIES event? M ass at lOarn FRI 31 -SUN 9 Closed care. Anyone wishing to mark Jay's passing may make a donation !Please check your ad after lhe fi rst insertion.! Sam at St. Paul's Classes suitable for all levels (beginners included). Restorative hould an error appear in an advertisement to the hospital's palliative care unit through the Lady Minto Send it to ~ in nature. this is a good opportuni~ to center and relax. nilwood Publishing Ltd. is only liable for th Hospital Foundation. The family would also welcome ·donations mount paid for the space occupied by tho to Salt Spring's Hospice whose members were so helpful in Jay's Everyone Welcome! 537-2444 • Upper Level, Grace Point Square •ortion of the advertisment in which the erro1 final days. news@gulfislan~s.net. ccurred. Dnftwood Publishing Ltd. will accep1 www.gangesyogastudio.com esponsibility for only one incorrect insertion. 1120 ..._ WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2004 · GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD 20 COMING EVENTS 29 LOST AND FOUND 34 NOTICES 55 HELP WANTED 55 HELP WANTED 127 EDUCATION FOUND CAT: near the end of TECHNICIAN REQUIRED for PHONE DISCONNECTED? PAY $0 TAX in 2004. Get it all 881 Vnited Church Mansell road/Maracaibo area GM dealership. Will consider Need service? $25 first month. back. www.unusedrrsploans.ca. Merchandise (lll Hereford Ave.) black and white male neutered qualified apprentice. Bonus plan Unlimited local calling, no credit 1-800-480-0012. RASP loans inl7ites you to their cat, approx. 2-3 years old, very for flat rate technicians. Reloca­ checks, no deposit. Long dis­ at 4.25% - 6.25% loan interest, 302 APPLIANCES Christmas ewmts friendly, loud meow. He adopted tion assistance may be provided. tance: 4.5¢/minute anywhere in from 1-1 0 years, and deferral up MAYTAG HEAVY duty, large us a few weeks ago but has been Islands Trust Health, dental, prescription Canada & US. 1-866-709-0075. to 180 days. capacity washer, works fine, al­ in the area for a few months. We plans. Please forward resume NO CASH , NO CREDIT, no 127.1 GARBAGE mond, $150.537-1304. can't keep him as we have a cat. to Service Manager, c/o West­ problem! Borrow up to $800 un­ VACUUM CLEANER, upright, Ken­ Have had him checked at the NOTICE ern Chev Olds Pontiac Buick, GARBAGE GURU & Strong The offices of the Islands til payday. We lend on child tax, more, Hepa filter ,12 amps, almost vet and gave him his shots and Box 398, Drumheller, AB, TOJ employment, and pensions. Call Woman Hauling Father & Daugh­ new cond~ion , $150 abo. 653-0073. is healthy; very nice cat, good Trust, Salt Spring Island, ter team. Total demolition, clean­ OYO. Fax 403-823-7237. Email: Speedy Cash @1 -866-813-5725 DRYER FOR sale, $100.537-4405. with small children and very cud­ will be closed from Friday, [email protected]. or www.speedycash.ca. up and hauling. Vanessa or David dly. Please call 537-4445 if you December 24, 2004 through PHONE DISCONNECTED? 537-1984. think he's yours or could give him Monday, January 3, 2005 for Lowest rates only $38./month 142 MUSICAL SERVICES a home. the holiday season. (outside lower mainland). Get HARD-DRIVING ROCK 'n' roll, Kitchenaid, Whirlpool, MISSING DOG: Husky Nootka, connected by Easy Reconnect Regular office hours will tender ballads, sweet blues and Fulford area, 4 year old female. and enjoy your savings. You'll 6-12 Month Temp Frigidaire, Maytag & resume at 10am, Tuesday thank us later. 1-877-446-5877. upbeat reggae music for your 537-3900. birthday party, wedding recep­ more! January 4, 2005. We apologize RANCHER'S BEEF LTD. requires RN Position FOUND: BOAT - floating on tion or any excuse you may for any inconvenience. versatile, energetic individuals for Greenwoods Long Term LARGEST SB.ECTION ON Cusheon Lake. Call 537-5197. have to get friends together and their feedlot near Czar, Alberta. Care facility is looking for Identify to claim. RNs to fill a temporary dance. DNA is a six-piece Salt Positions include cattle induc­ Spring band with lots of experi­ ISI.AN) I FOUND: YAMAHA boat keys on ~ MO!lldlikstowisi!Mryoneahappy andsail tion, treating, feeding and other position plus fill casual SMJ-4ll ence, good musical variety and McPhillips Ave., Sunday, Dec. 12. hofliiyseasoo' miscellaneous jobs as required. shifts. You must have professional sound, lights and 537·2111 I Owner may claim at Driftwood. Wages starting no lower than registration with RNABC effects. For bookings, call Dave: $13./hour. Fax resumes with and affiliation with BCNU. 310 BUILDING SUPPLIES EXTRA LONG set of bright orange REGULAR 538-0300. jumper cable with pluck-in adapter references to 780-856-2656 or If you would like to nurse in STEEL BUILDING SALE! Rock on one end lost between Ganges ADVERTISING phone 780-209-0501. a small home-like 148 PETS/LIVESTOCK Bottom Prices! Final clearance. and Beaver Point Hall. Return to DEADLINES DRILLING RIG PERSONNEL. environment on Salt Spring HORSE RIDING lessons, begin­ Beat next price increase. Go di­ McColl's Shell537-2023. Ensign Resource Service Group Island, respecting the ners thru advanced dressage. rect/save. 25x30. 30x40. 40x80. DISPLAY is currently seeking experienced dignity and individual needs For more information call Ann 50x90. Many others. Pioneer 1- 34 NOTICES drilling rig personnel. Preference of our seniors, we have a 653-4184. 800-668-5422 Since 1980 ADVERTISING will be given to applicants with IF YOUR Driftwood subscription Friday, 5 pm place for you on our team. CLASSIFIED ADS WORK - label has the date highlighted, recent drilling rig experience and you're reading them now! Place SH US FOR l FAST QUDn now is the time to renew! • reliable transportation. We offer a 25-word classified in 106 BC & ON All YOUR BUilDING THE DRIFTWOOD'S annual CLASSIFIED competitive wages, an excellent ADVERTISING Yukon newspapers for only $349. REQUilEMENTS! Wedding Planner is being pre­ benefits package and a safety in­ Call this newspaper for details, Monday, 4 pm centive program. Please forward pared and we are looking for or phone 1-866-669-9222. www. • Flooring interesting and historic wedding • your resume to: Ensign Group 60 WORK WANTED communityclassifieds.ca photographs from our readers. TOO LATE TO Recruitment Center, 2000 - 4 • Heating This special issue is published in CLASSIFY St. , Nisku, AB, T9E 7W6. Tele­ NEW EARTH Enterprises. Land­ 156 REMTALS February and original photos will Tuesday, noon phone 1-866-889-3774 (ERSG). scaping, gardening, yard mainte­ • Eaves be returned. We are looking for Fax 780-955-6160. Email: nance, etc. Reasonable, negotiable PARTY TIME • Plumbing original wedding photos of good PHONE: 537-9933 [email protected]. rates. Island references. 653-4968. RENTALS quality from eras gone by. Hippy FAX: 537-2613 BUCHANAN LUMBER located in IF IT NEEDS to be done and you • Roofing wedding in the 60s? Slicked back High Prairie, Alberta is looking for don't want to do it - from reno to Fro m TENTS to UTENSILS hair in the 50s? War time bride? five axle, seven axle and hayrack gardening. Call Shale @ 653- •NO GST •LOWEST PRICES For all your building Disco couple in the 80s? We log trucks for the upcoming log 4726 of Productive Paws •BEST SERVICE requirements, large or small! want your photo! Please submit haul season . They are also look­ GARBAGE GURU & Strong Pick ups at Love My Kitchen with pertinent information by ing for Class 1 log haul drivers Woman Hauling Father & Daugh­ lsi SLEGG LUMBER LTD. January 21 to The Driftwood, 328 LIFEMATES THE RELATION­ with at least two years experi­ ter team. Total cleanup + demo­ Susan or Joy 537-4577 Lower Ganges Road, Salt Spring SHIP PEOPLE. Single? Meet ence and a good drivers abstract. lition and hauling. Vanessa or 537.0909 cell 804 Fulford-Ganges Rd. Island, BC. V8K 2V3. Contact Dan Bloomfield 780-523- your mate, guaranteed! Call David 537-1984. partyt1merentals@ saltspnng.com 537-4978 MERRY CHRISTMAS to all, & Canada's largest and leading 4544, Fax 780-523-5422 or Don­ na 780-523-5288, Fax 780-523- thank you to the kind and car­ relationship company today at: Carpentry, House Fir/Oak flooring, heritage 591 0. If laxing, include resume ing community that look out for 1-888-54MATES (62837) or visit Repairs, Handyman baseboards, mouldings, us at www.lifernatescanada. and updated drivers abstract. the children & families that need Work. Small Jobs Happy Holidays! panelling, clear fir, electri- 25 EDUCATION a little extra help throughout the com. ONLY THE BEST need apply! welcome. Residential cal , plumbing. A NEW CAREER? Train to be an year. Please note Family Place Bannister GM is actively search­ and Commercial. from everyone at Apartment /Condominium Man­ will be closed Dec. 18 - Jan. 3. ing for automotive technicians The Driftwood Syd ager. Many jobs! Job placement Rugg Huggers will now be on Em lo ment that consider themselves the top Call Peter at assistance. All areas. Govern­ Mondays from 11-1 pm start­ of their field. Experienced, highly 538-1952 250-381-1141 ment registered program. Infor­ ing Jan. 3, 2005. Happy New 50 BUSINESS OPP qualified technicians that can ex­ mation /brochure: 604-681-5456 Year. Ragnhild Flakstad, Fam­ cel at a flat shop rate will earn $24 ily Place Coordinator, 537-9176. RUN YOUR OWN BUSINESS - - $30 per hour, plus our excellent .ur;~,ne (Jioee' .w;~,ne I 1-800-665-8339. www.RMTI.ca. Country Depot, TrueValue Hard­ Services benefit package, signing bonus A HANDY GUIDE TO SERVICES FOR HOME & GARDEN TOURISM TRAINING: in a resort ware, V&S Options Dealerships and moving allowance. Contact community. Certificates in: Out­ available. New & existing loca­ Bannister GM, 214 - 58 St., Ed­ 117 COMMUNITY SERVICES 204 ARCHITECTS 222 CONTRACTORS door Recreation & Ecotourism; tions. No franchise fees - receive son , AB, T7E 1T9. 780-723-3351. Tourism Administration. Lots of PLEASE ~ yearly dividends. Call TruServ ALANONIALATEEN A program Attention: Ron Mackenzie, Ser­ for family and friends of alcoholics. job opportunities! College of ORDER EARLY Canada today - 1-800-665-5085. vice Manager. Fax 780-723-6553. 250-653-4931 New Caledonia, Valemount, BC. www.truserv.ca. For further information call 537- www.yardleyarchitect.com For Your New KELSEY TRAIL TRUCKING flat 2941 , 653-4288 or 537-4909. ~ 1-888-690-4422; www.cnc.bc.ca/ decks Canada-wide needs Inde­ valemount. 55 HELP WANTED ADULT CHILDREN Anonymous. Year's Events. BARRISTAS & SERVERS pendent and Leased Operators, For healing from any dysfunctional ~ Company Drivers. Company family background. Saturday after­ Jonatl1an Yal'(llcy "Quality Homes 26 LEGAL We are open 10-5 ev­ needed for Tree House Cafe. Ap­ ply in person or send resume to Drivers also needed for log haul noons 537-4315 for information. u{rc/,itecf of Distinction" season in Alberta. All positions ery day 'til Christmas. [email protected]. FAMILIES OF Schizophrenics NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS filled by January 5th. Top rates Also Open Dec. 28-31 meet in homes for mutual sup­ CHAINSAW PERSON, prefer­ paid. Michael1-800-465-8782. v~ RE: THE ESTATE OF MARY ably with a truck for clean-up. port. Call 537-2543. Neil Mode m. 1 •• WORK FROM HOME on your e-u... a.- o9ao) ..1!/J. ROCKm WHELAN, aka Mary R. 537-5971. CRISIS LINE for Salt Spring - architect Flowers ~ computer. Full or Part-time. No Building Iswnd Homes toll-free 1-877-435-7544. #4 Fulford Marina Bldg Whelan or M.R. Whelan, Deceased, WANTED IMMEDIATELY Securi­ experience required. Start today. for three generations. ty Guards, B.S.T. 1 & 2. Will train. ph . 653-4812 formerly of 2032-135 Brinkworthy Arrangement Visit our website now. www.My­ DRESSINGS FREE to cancer fax 653-4813 ~t John Rd., Salt Spring Island, In the Fax resume 250-286-3153. HomePCJob.com. Code: A1 patients by the Order of the East­ creative design 537-5463 537-9857 ern Star. Contact Ida McManus, ~esponsi Ve to site province of British Columbia. Fax 537-5407 & 34 NOTICES 537-5423. craft and client ~------Creditors and others having STONERKDGE SALT SPRING Mood Disorder claims against the estate of MARY PLEASE NOTE OUR 225 DESIGNERS POTTERY Association meets every 2 weeks 213 CARPET &UPHOLSTERY ROCKETT WHELAN , are hereby HOLIDAY on Tuesdays for family & patient notified under section 38 of the ~0 Long Harbour~- d support and education. Please CLEANING LET'S GET Trustee Act that particulars of '1' 537-9252 ~ SCHEDULE CHANGE · call Pam 537-2186 for details. STARTED! their claims should be sent to the NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS - GULF ISLANDS 537-5664. Bring your sketches & ideas Executor at 2032-135 Brinkworthy FOR THE ISSUE OF WEDNESDAY, DEC. 29,2004 Carpet & Upholstery Care and together we'll design (or Rd. , Salt Spring Island, BC, V8K • Eco Friendly Products See a great Alcoholics upgrade) your dream home. 1S3 on or before December 31 , DISPLAY ADVERTISING DEADLINE: • Residential & Commercial Through the use of computer­ ~ 2004, after which the Executor will photo in the Noon. Thursday, December 23 ServiceS Meetings • Wall to Wall, Spot & aided drafting, we'll quickly distribute the estate among the • 8IIJt Spring - 537-7573 Area Rug Cleaning produce the working drawings Driftwood? CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING DEADLINE you'll take to your contractor. parties entitled to it, having regard Galiano -- 539-2222 • Upholstery Cleaning 4pm, Thursday, December 23 to the claims of which the Executor P'endar --- 629-3631 PLEASE CALL then has notice. • HELSEl DESIGN Call today to TOO LATE TO CLASSIFY DEADLINE Women's only - Thursday N. Nyte Noon. Tuesday, December 28 nights 5:30p.m. - 537-7573 537-1037 Executor for the Estate of order your and ask for Jim MARY ROCKETT WHELAN reprint! Please note our office will be closed n 226 FIREWOOD 29 LOST AND FOUND Friday. Dec. 24 and Monday Dec. 27 HONEST OL'S FOUND: GREEN cordless drill PHONE: 537-9933 on Frazier Rd. Call to identify 537-9933 FIREWOOD FAX: 537-2613 653-4154. ~ •GUARANTEED CORD The aims and objectives of Cut, Split & ddivered 25 EDUCATION 55 HELP WANTED the LADY MINTO HOSPITAL •Cedar fence rails FOUNDATION are to raise funds Friday Classes Starting in September which will be used to expand and 653-4165 enhance the delivery of medical 291 UPHOLSTERY "I tried everything to help my son with school. care by the Hospital to Gulf GULF Islands residents. You can help COAST I wish we'd tried Sylvan first." the Foundation attain these goals by a gift of funds, real or personal MATERIALS If your child is struggling in property, memorial bequests, Serving the Gulf Islands school or just no~ being challenged from the Foundation office approx. 21/2 days a week the endowments, life insurance or Salt Spring, Galiano, DAV'Aiol1me,nt Coordinator will build the capital base of our endowment enough, call Sylvan today. Our securities. All donations will be Mayne, Penders personalized programmes and dev,elo~>ing and implementing a Planned Giving Program and recognized in the Hospital and I ""'"rli ln~ti1nn other major gift-related fund-raising activities. individual attention can help with receipts for Income Tax purposes • READY MI X reading, math, writing, study skills candidate must have fund-raising experience, ideally in the area will be issued. • WASHED GRAVEL of Planned Giving, and be fully conversant with business computer • REINFORCED STEEL and ACT or Provincial Test Prep. Please help YOUR Hospital programs. so it can help YOU. • BAGGED CEMENT is a contract position. • SEPTIC TANKS Why Wait? Call Today. 135 Crofton Rd. DISYLVA N Send your resume [no phone calls please] to: Salt Spring Island, • SCAFFOLDING RENTAL #213-80 Station St. r.al uARNING ctNTR E' President VSK 1T1 //(rune • J;oeC'I .CJ((une Duncan, B.C. V9L 1M4 L~an~ he.-'1JOOII.. The Lady Minto Hospital Foundation 538-4845 537·2611 Tel/Fax: (250) 746-0222 \\WW.~·dUt:.llt ~.( ' ()fl) 135 Crofton Rd., Salt Spring Island, BC, V8K 1T1 www.ladymintohospitalfoundation.org Rainbow Road Call 537-9933 for details 1{fi11J!'IIij11Bjf •1i'Jip!ll'l!-1jtlil ilWW •'W i UII~1 fll!J)Im[III COMPUTER PROBLEMS? Set­ VERY NICE family home, 3 Accommodation ups, Installing Software, Tutoring, bedroom, 2 bathroom, tidal wa­ ROYAL__hl· Internet. Troubleshooting . Yes, we terfront, close to town , lease, Property l>la11up11C11/I..Jrl. make house calls days/evenings/ $1300/mo. Available Feb. 1. 653- 15~1l[tjli , ml;t1 WM ~1;\i!l111 wkends. $25/hr. Over 20 years TWO NORCO Mountain Bikes 9206. • 689 Mid Island RENT AN Islander's 1 BR condo exp. Phone Robert. 537-2888. and helmets. Great for 10-12 year FULLY FURNISHED 1 & 2 bed­ lower level walkout in the Ptarmigan Ridge complex Arvana Consulting. . olds. Need cleaning. Take one for room cottages on St. Mary Lake, suite 1 bedroom at Mount Washington. Drive in, CALL BOB Mcivor for: hardware, STOCK UP your freezer for best offer or two for a real deal. $550 - $650 plus hydro. N/S, N/P, 4 appl unfurn ski out, sleeps 4. Call Pam at N/P N/S $900 software and networking support. Christmas. Home made pies: Phone 537-5978 . 379 FREEIRECYCLABLES Oct. 1 - March 31 . 537-2585. Peak Accommodations, 866-826- We do housecalls. 537-2827 or meat pies (tortiere), turkey pies VANITY DRAWERS, 1940s style, WALK TO town from this fabulous • 289 Mid Island 7325, or e-mail info@peakaccom. (cell) 701-8022. Please go and and fruit pies. Call Annette at $75.1ndian Head spinning wheel , THIS COLUMN is designed for oceanview, 2 bedroom & den, Ocean view 2 bedrm com, and ask for Unit 210. back-up your important data 537,2208. treadle base with oak. $80 obo. free recyclable items only (no with sunroom and large deck in no wood elect only HAPPY HOLIDAYS - Ski Mt. now! SLATE TILE, 12", china multi, 653-9253. animals). There is no charge to a quiet neighbourhood setting. 6 4 appl unfurn Washington/hike/relax. Cozy 2 APPLE POWERBOOK G4 15' $4.75 ea., compare & save, lots ELECTRONIC GOLF Caddy for place items in this column . Ads appliances, N/S, pets OK, long N/P N/S $875 Bedroom cottage on the lake. can be submitted in person at 1.25GHz, 512MB, 80GB, Super­ available. 537-8560. sale. $350 obo. Call 537-5248 term preferred. Available Jan. 1, • 724 Mid Island Vaulted ceilings. Reasonable Drive, Backlit Keyboard, Airport KENMORE EXTRA capac­ to view. the Driftwood office (328 Lower references required. Call 537- rates. Daily/weekly, 537-5912. Ganges Road) by normal dead­ 2 bdrm 2 appl Extreme. 1 Year t warranty re­ ity dryer, $100. 4 BF Goodridge LIFE FITNESS T-Series treadmi ll 2307 after 5 pm. new log cottage line (Monday 5 pm .) or by phone GULF ISLANDS GETAWAY. maining. In excellent condition. tires P195 65 R1 15, $100 all. 4 & elliptical, bought 12/12/02. Still TWO BEDROOM house, close winter rental $2650 Jon @ 538-5503. Rooms and cabins at beautiful aluminum awnings $50 ea. obo, 3 yrs. warranty to go! Exc. condi­ 537-9933, fax 537-2613 or email to town, long term rental, hot NIP N/S $875 [email protected]. west coast waterfront retreat. 327 EQUIPMENT 537-0061. tion. Both for $4000 obo. Phone tub, shared w/d utilities, no dogs, Private, exclusive, and tranquil. OSBORNWOODBURNINGstove 537-2449. SALT SPRING Island Recycle non-smokers. $750 p/m. Call • 623 Mid Island COMPACT TRACTORS Mitsubi­ 5 Appl fully turn Daily and weekly rates with most unit, excellent cond ., includes 20' COMPANY COMING? New Depot is located at 349 Rain­ 537-5930. rooms starting at $100 per night shi , Yanmar, Kubota, 10 -30 hp, 39" box & mattress sets $199, bow Rd. We are open Tuesday 2 bedrm townhouse call John 604-418-6854 or email steel chimney, heats 1200 sq. ft. , JANUARY 1ST - 3 bedroom, (double occupancy). Family ac­ queen sets $299; luxury pillow­ through Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm. long term, pool privileges hynes1 @shaw.ca located on Salt Spring. $4 75 obo. one bath, large living room. Five commodation I rates available. toppers, 39", $289, queen sets N/P N/S $1725 604-916-1073 cell. This service is operated by Salt appliances. New home centrally Convenient ferry access. Call 330 FOOD PRODUCTS 25% OFF on all chain saw chains. $399; gently used sets 39" $59, Spring Island Community Ser­ located. $975/mo. No dogs. Call • 388 Mid Island queen sets from $149; futons, Clam Bay Farm, 1-250-629-6313. BEEF, BORN and raised or­ For all makes. Free installation 'til vices. Please call The Recycle 537-4996. 3 bedrm upper level www.clambaycom. sofa/beds from $269; 5 pc. bridge Depot at 537-1200, or Commu­ 5 appl unfurn Oceanfront ganically on Salt Spring. Cut, December 24. Ross the Boss CHEAP RENTAL. 6 weeks only. TIMESHARE RESALES - RiiS­ Equipment, 248 Upper Ganges sets $69.95 ; new oval solid wood nity Services at 537-9971 for in­ N/S $1300 wrapped and frozen. Ready now Jan. 30 - Mar. 15. 2 bdrm. house. troman.com - Since 1979. Buy­ by the side or quarte r. 653-4352. Rd. 537-9908 . pedestal table wlb chairs $379, formation on materials accepted Nice dog, cat. References. 537- extra chairs 4/$188 ; oak large 9 • 51 1 Mid Island Sell-Rent-Exchange. Worldwide 50'S STYLE arborite folding for recycling. 1677. Wanted: CD & Tape player. 5 Appl Panabode CALDWELI.:S pc. dining suite w/64" wide china Speakers not necessary. Thank Selection. Call now! 1-800-201- table, four chrome chairs $100, cabinet $1888; sofa/loveseat DOUBLE FUTON , clean, zip­ Oceanview, Pet (?) 'OU . 0864. OAKS PRING leather regular motorcycle hel­ $288; leather rocker/recliners p_ered cover. 653-9631 . 2 bedrm long term mets $100/$50, 6.5 kw kerosene LONG TERM, completely re­ N/S N/P $1100 ALL-INCLUSIVE HOLIDAYS .... $688; all-leather "nail-head" sofa/ DOUBLE FUTON and frame, Cheapest airfares and package FARM heater, new $75, 7 ft. hide-a­ . loveseat $1998; black cobweb 653-2322 . modeled 3 bedroom, 1200 sq. bed couch $50, 5 drawer white ft. , 1-1/2 baths, hardwood and • 321 Mid Island prices in canada. Discounted queen canopy bed, night table, 2 PAIRS RUSTAD wooden X Since 1882 dresser $50, 120 volt green­ ceramic flooring, 5 appliances, 3 bedrm upper level cruises, hotels, cars. Book online vanity, mirror & bench $299.95. country skis, complete with 4 appl unfurn Oceanfront Currently available: house heater $25, 1OX12 pond fireplace, wood and electric heat, now and save www.canadatrav­ Buy & Save, 9818 Fourth St. , N/P N/S $1250 • FREE RANGE liner $25 , 3/8 plywood $15, 300 poles, bindings and boots. 1 pr. deck. Large private lot. Kids and els.com or call toll-free: 1-800- Sidney men's size 8; 1 pr. ladies size 8. GRAIN-FED PORK ft. 6 mil. poly $10, 5 ft. snowshoes pets okay. $1200 plus utilities per • 444 Mid Island 563-5722. . SALT SP R ING 537-1546. • FRESH CUT LUMBER $10.537-8555 or 537-5662. month. Call538-0135. long term unfurn 690 WEBSITES FREE PACKING boxes, small 1 bedroom t loft EXPERT CLOCK repair and res­ 1\11\1 STIIU -\I:E BRIGHT HOUSE, near Vesuvius, 537-5380 or 537-2152 toration - antiques my specialty. sizes. 537-4739. English garden with fruit trees, 2 appl elect heat ACCOMMODATION INFORMA­ Free estimates, reasonable rates. 347 Upper Ganges Road 1986 NISSAN PULSAR broken sundecks; 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 N/S N/P $825 TION for the Gulf Islands is a 335 FURNITURE Free house calls for shut-ins and '''When convenience · tranny - free. Kitchen range, baths up; rec room and bath mouse-click away. www.gulfis­ • 066 Mid Island lands.net CHESTERFIELD & LOVE seat heavy clocks. Mark's Clock­ and security 7nafter" down; wood stove, wid, n/s, n/p; 3 bedrm 5 appl in pastel shades. Like new. Re­ works. 537-5061 . $1200 month plus utilities, refer­ Ocean front turn duced to $400 obo. 537-9583. 48" ROUND DINING room table, 537-5888 ences required. Avail. immediate­ winter rental 6)',. ly, call Vane. 604-264-9732. CANADIANA OAK teacher's copper top with glass overlay and tiHS eGUIIIII U H11UIU N/P N/S $1350 desk, 3 drawers, 42 X 30, $150 4 chairs. 537-2732. 600 sq.ft. CABIN , on 12 acres 805 AUTOMOTIVE REPAIRS obo. 537-4767. FRASER'S ocean front farm, lots of win­ • 757 Mid Island NIGHTGOWNS BY Gillian. Cozy THIMBLE FARMS SIGln'lriRST 3 bedrm 5 appl SINGLE CAPTAIN'S bed with flannelette, soft cotton, Granny dows-sunshine, $600 /mo. plus 0 utilities, n/s, n/p. 537-9880. exec home mattress, headboard & 3 draw­ gowns and night shirts. Call 653- 175 ARBUTUS AI~ avail Jan 1 long term AIR MILES ers. Excellent condition, $225. 9475 . 537-5788 ... STUDIO WITH kitchen; suits N/P N/S $1950 653-4154. REGAL CATALOGUE sales, A LIONS 0 PRo.JECT one, near Beaver Point Hall, pri­ FARM HOUSE table with big photocopies, rubber stamps, ad­ OPEN -wE vate ent./patio. furnished (opt.) 537- 5577 ~AYLESS chunky legs, 44 X 64' with leaf, dress labels, nametags, laminat­ 7 DAYS A WEEK , RECYCLE $500./month incl. hydro, n/s, nip, $500. Set of 4 oak dining chairs ing, customer office orders - call FROM 9AM- 4:30PM 653-9888. www royal property ca W'f? vafue the is/mu[fM with rattan seats $320. Set of 6 old Dawn at et cetera 537-5115. YOUR LAKEVIEW 2 bedroom house on COMPLETE oak dining chairs $400. New hard­ ONGOING GARAGE Sale, Mon. MERRY OLD GLASSES Woodland Dr. New wood stove , 530 SHARED ACCOMMODATION AUTOMOTIVE REPAIRS board bi-fold doors 4-24', 1-30', Dec. 20 - Jan. 2, gardening fou r appliances, n/d, n/s please. ROOM FOR Rent: quiet adult, Unleaded Fuels • Diesel $25 ea. Call Don at 537-0738. CHRIS «£MAS! Best suite for 2 adults, $825/mo. tools, patio furniture, teak table, Your old prescription N/S, N/P, washer/dryer, one mile Ttres • &urer:ies • ~ call Don or Noni at 537-9517. 340 GARAGE SALES tall dresser, chainsaw, antique lenses can be a gift of from town , $400.537-8455. 537-4554 or 537-9300 lamps, queen size bed , futon CLOSED RENT REDUCTION for the right LIONS GARAGE Sale, closed for sight. Boxes located at: BROTHER & SISTER seeking Monday-Sarurday 8am-7pm bed, 1990 Nissan pickup, & other SATURDAY, DEC. 25 tenant, 2 bedroom, 5 appliances, fun loving, clean, responsible holidays, Dec. 17th - Jan. 6th. We great stuff. 538-Q313. • Pharmasave carport, garden courtyard, NIS, Sunday 9 am-6 pm will reopen on January 7th, 10 SUNDAY, DEC. 26 roommate. Master bedroom, sat­ • Bank of Montreal N/P, $800 includes utilities. 226 Cam Piirtxr.vRi crdJOO:n fY.e. a.m. Thank you for your support. BEAUTIFUL TANNED Buf­ ellite, garden, laundry, long term, ct falo rug with thick winter fur $850. MONDAY, DEC. 27 • Bank of Commerce Maliview, available Jan. 1st. 537- $400. 653-0023. Happy Holidays to you all! Salt 5771 . S2!:!!lg Lions Club. Tanned Buffalo hide no fur $250. JAN. 1 • Island Savings Credit Union ROOM FOR rent, great shared 815 BOATS &MARINE, SERVICE 604-581-1613. SATURDAY, 2 BEDROOM COTIAGE, private LIONS GARAGE Sale: Friday • Gull Islands Optical house, close to Ganges. Private WANTED: USED marine dock, setting, WID, small pets o.k. , & Saturday's only 10-12. Many COLLECTORS - 42 VINYL Jazz bath available. Quite grownups 30 ft. plus, decent shape. Not works, good condition - free. 537- $750 plus utilities. References household items. Note: We no records. Brubecker - Davis - only, n/s, no party'ers. 537- using yours? Can tow away.53?- p_lease. 537-1007. longer offer pickups. We do not Getz, etc. $6/each or offers on all. 1060. 4433. 5994. accept appliances. Drop offs Don 537-9517. 390 WEBSITES CLEAN BRIGHT, 2 bdrm. new galley kitchen ,on quiet acre, 540 WANTED/RENTALS 820 BOATS &MARINE, SALES accepted only on Friday & Sat GIFT IDEA! The Plant Farm SALT SPRING Music is on the morning. Please no garbage!! Gift Certificates make wonder­ Vesuvius area, w/d, long term OUR RENTAL house has sold! CATALINA 270 LE 1993. 18 hp Internet at www.saltspringmusic. $950. 537-8393. 3 bdrm. sought by Feb. 1, long 103 Bonnet Ave. ful presents or stocking stuffers. com . Hear song samples before inboard diesel. Very economical. 177 Vesuvius Bay Rd. Open most BEAUTIFUL LAKEFRONT 3 term, family incl. local profession­ Roller furling. Long list of extras. GARAGE SALE All must go you buy. Pay by cheque or credit al, exc. island references, N/S, - house to be emptied. Unit 28, days from 11-4. 537-5995. bdrm. cottage or studio for rent. $49.500. 537-1546. card. More than 40 CDs avail­ N/P, landscaping incl. 538-1907, Croftonbrook, off Corbett Rd. GET YOUR Kool Bandana and Boat, canoe, outside hot tub, fish­ able. Rosemary Kilmer. 822 CAMPERS &TRAILERS Thurs., Dec. 30, 10 a.m.- 1 p.m., Kool Dog Bandana for Christmas. ing. 1/1 - 04/30. $800 for 3 bdrm. and 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. only. Available at Waterfront Gallery. cottage. $450 for studio+ utilities. PROFESSIONAL COUPLE IMPORT CAMPER. 1977 Pa­ Check us out at: www.koolerban­ Real Estate 537-2450. with well behaved medium poose, 7.6 It, fridge, stove, fur­ 343 HEALTH SUPPLIES dana.com COZY 2 BEDROOM. mobile dog, wish to lease, long term nace, new RV battery, sleeps, DRUG I ALCOHOL Help a loved I HAVE some larger certified or­ home, covered enclosed deck, house on Salt Spring Island. 4, no leaks, in good condition. 490 WEBSITES Fits mid-sized truck inc! Dakota. one who's losing everything to ganic grass-fed chicken. Perfect small garden, cat o.k., in Cedar­ 2-3 bedrooms and two baths drugs or alcohol. 75% success for Christmas, $3.75 lb. 653- REAL ESTATE listings for the view Park. Avail . now. $425.537- preferred, garage, and view of $1600 OBO. Caii538-0052. rate, 100% natural. www.nar­ 9188. Gulf Islands are viewable any­ water or harbour. Furnished where in the world with Internet O.K. or we can furnish . Satellite conon.ca. 1-877-782-7409. AS SEEN ON TV! Get an MDG See a great photo access. www.gulfislands.net TV and Internet access a plus. Horizon PC! Now only $749 350 MISC. FOR SALE We are boaters so near water in the Driftwood? or 68 cents/day (OAC + S&H). EXPERT WATCH repairs by preferred. Please respond to: Call today to order Free Lexmark 3 in 1 printer, Free certified watchmaker. Located Rentals [email protected] Digital Camera, Free CD Burner, between Crofton and Duncan. your reprint! Free Microsoft Word Serving the Cowichan Valley over 500 APT/SUITES FOR RENT CLASSIFIED HOTLINE and free 17" Samsung Monitor. 25 years. Call L.D. Frank-Jewel­ 2 OR 3 BEDROOM suite, fur­ 537-9933 ler and Watchmaker 250-748- No money down, don't delay. Call 537-9933 Today! 1-800-236-2504. nished, avail for rent immed. 6058 (Duncan). Saturday pick­ N/S, N/P, oceanview. $900/mo. SSI ANTIQUES and Architectural 825 CARS, SALES up & delivery on Salt Spring. 537-4111. VACUUMS! VACUUMS! Repairs, Salvage now featuring second dealer on site. Fine porcelains VIEW APARTMENT for Dec. 1, bags & belts, used vacuum bar­ 3 rooms, own entry, F/S, W/D. gains. Satisfaction guaranteed! and collectibles. New items every week. Fine antiques bought and $600/month, utilities included. Salt Spring Linen & Drycleaners, Dave. 538-1985. PREMIUM USED CARS 116 Hereford Avenue, Ganges. sold. Now open every Saturday 537-2241 . 10 - 3 or by appointment. Mer­ 1 BEDROOM. NEW decor & 'anana•.saunders.subarudealer.ca chants Mews Unit 21-315 Upper flooring, 5 appliances, sunny STORAGE TANKS: water, septic, 135 McPhilips Ganges Rd. , 537-7861. Vesuvius, long term, $675. 537- sewage-holding (polyethylene). Open 10-6 5662 or 537-8555. Ecological Systems: sewage­ SSI ANTIQUES will be closed 820 BOATS & MARINE, SALES treatment plants, effluent filters. Saturday, Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. DRAMATICOCEANVIEW, sunny Visa, Mastercard, American Open by appointment only until 2bdr, cedar logs, 2decks, vaulted 537-5148 ceiling w/skylights, fpl , D/W, W/0, Express accepted. GIS Sales & Saturday, Jan. 8. 537-7861. Rentals 653-4013. Ridgid 10' belt-drive table saw. garage/workshop possible. Excel­ Never been used. $1000. New 351 MISC. WANTED lent references. N/P, N/S. $895+. SALT SPRING Vacuum - Large Long term. 537-9897. selection of bags and belts. On­ microwave spacemaker & over­ WANTED - USED aquarium. island service work. New and head fan/light $50. Free single 537-5978. 510 COMMERCIAL SPACE used vacuums for sale. Also, box spring mattress, 537-1010. sales & installation of built-in AVON INFLATABLE dinghy, mod­ 360 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS vacuums 537-0066. el S300 sports boat, 13 It, wood APPARTMENT SIZE apright UPPER GANGES floor, oars, covers & foot pump. piano, $950 obo. Call Susan 537- REFLECTIVE DRIVEWAY Num­ CENTRE PERFECT CRUISING BOAT for couple. Has most ev­ bers. Any style, easy to read re­ $500 abo. 653-4639. 8895. flective numbers made to fit your CERTIFIED ORGANIC lamb, 370 PETS/LIVESTOCK SMALL, RUSTIC south end erything. 18HP Volvo Penta diesel motor, holding tank whole or ball, $5nb. Also frozen • 2nd floor office cabin, long term, wood heat, non with macerator and tank watch, new Sigmar diesel existing carved wood or painted RIPLEES RANCH Super Premi­ house sign. Reasonably priced & apple juice "unpasteurized" - 1 • 554 sq. ft. approx smoker, cat negotiable. Single heater, 3 burner propane stove with oven, Nova Kool for $3, 2 for $5. Bright Farm 537- um pet foods, grooming products. ideal for multi-property driveways. Satisfaction guaranteed. Home • 2 pc. washroom person only. Available immedi­ refrigerator, custom cockpit cushions, custom folding Also new driveway markers with 4319. atly References required, $450/ delivery. Gulf Islands Pet Sup­ teak table for cockpit, wheel steering, power inverter, large 4" letters. Call 537-1833. LIKE NEW, year old Samsung • Chair lift month incl. hydro. 653-94 75. plies, Authorized Distributor. Call stepped mast, traveller, GPS chart plotter, AM/FM 6- REFLECTIVE ADDRESS posts vacuum cleaner $100.537-5078. Janine at 653-2095. WATERFRONT CABIN . Prime made on Salt Spring to CRD FOUR WHEEL rims with studded location, 10 mins. to Ganges. Suit CD stacker, roller furling. standards. Call Dawn at et cetera Hankook tires, used. 185/65 R14. For more information CLASSIFIED HOTLINE one person. N/S, N/P. $600/mo. 537-5115. Suitable for Mazda Protege. $40 or to view, please call includes phone, satellite TV, heat. $35,000 FIRM INGLIS WASHER & dryer , good each. What a bargain. Call 537- 537-9933 537-1383. ccndition. $350. 537-2840. 9554. 537·2239 Call 537-1352 822 .6. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2004 GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD 823 CARGO TRAILERS 855 TRUCKS/4X4S 900 TOO LATETO CLASSIFY 900 TOO LATETO CLASSIFY 900 TOO LATETO CLASSIFY 1982 TOYOTA Landcruiser. 4WD, A LAST MINUTE gift .. .the gor­ COMPUTER DESK $20, skis, CHEVRE FILO parcels on lo­ Canadiana Crossword PACE AMERICAN diesel, 4spd., new Michelin radi­ geous 2005 SSI Daycare Fund­ boots & poles $100, crib mattress cal organic greens ... cumin lentil CARGO TRAILERS als, batteries & exhaust. Excel­ raising Calendar, featuring work $5, box of crib bedding $5, boxes cakes .. .skewers of plantain with A Christmas Beginning • Landscaping lent fuel mileage. Body is in v.g. by local artists. Help us build a of 0-18 mon. boys clothes + 2 sweet & sour pineapple ... cham­ By Bernice Rosella and James Kilner shape. $80,00. Call 537-2637 new daycare for SSI. Available at bags of shoes $50. 537-2665. pagne zabaglione to name a few. • Construction Jim. Volume II , Thirfty's & Windflower Gourmet Tapas @ Barb's Buns • Hammer • Hunting 2 - M&S WINTER STEEL radi­ 1999 SIERRA SLE Z71 4X4, Moon. We also deliver (537- als, P225no R15, mounted on -New Years Eve. 537-4491 . • Protect your toys · 5.3L Vortec, ext. cab, 3rd door, 2114). rims. One season use, like new. HAPPY CHRISTMAS to All and Hogs • Quads • Rods 182K., liner, tool box, Like New WIN A FREE Healthy Bedroom Set extension side mirrors. All off to All a Clean Tank wished for Condition!! Great Price!! Only Consultation with a Certified '00 Mazda B4000 P/U. 537-2274 you by All Islands Septic, Rob $15,500. 537-8535. Building Biologist. Complete the after 5. Roodenburg Owner/Operator 1992 TAHOE BLAZER, 4 wheel Oasis Questionnaire by Dec. QUALITY HOMESTAYS needed 538-7867. 538-(PUMP} www.al­ 31 to qualify. For questionnaires drive, less than 100,000 kms., for students from Switzerland, lislandsseptic.com auto, power everything, air condi­ and info. call 653-9691, Oasis SOUL SHAKEDOWN @ Barb's Indoor Environmental Testing & Germany, Korea and China for tioned, $7500. 537-9507. January or February to June Buns New Year's Eve. The party 1993 F250 4X4, extended cab, Consulting, "Your healthy home of the year. Music starts @ 10:30 specialisr. 2005. Please contact Sheri captain's seat, air cond. Cruise Wakefield as soon as possible if - no cover charge. Full drink 825 CARS, SALES control , headache rack, new ISLAND GOURMET Safari's gift you are able to host or would like menu , champagne at midnight. certificates available at Summer 537-4491. 1978 VOLKSWAGEN Super master cylinder, $10,900. 537: more information. 537-9944 (218} 0881 . 2004 prices. 537-4118. Beetle convertible. Fuel injected or [email protected]. HOLIDAY HELP is here! House 1600 c.c. engine. 4sd. standard. 1988 RED CHEVY Blazer, 4.3L SUNNY VALLEY by the sea, V6, 4X4, air conditioning, good cleaning, light gardening/yard Beautiful car inside & out. Must work. Set your VCR too! Acorn specious partly furnished room sell. $8000. Jim 537-2637. condition. Asking $3500. 537- in heritage home. Own entry 0818. Home Cleaning Services. 2 hr. 1987 VOLVO, 760 GLE, belongs min. 537-1776. and bath, share wid, kitchen & to an elderly woman $3000. In 1986 F-150 XLT/Larriet EXTRA garden. N/S, N/P, $475 including cab pick-up. New 302 engine and NAIKAI GALLERYopeningforthe very good condition. For info. call hydro, 653-0005. approx. $4000 in recent work. month of December only. Great Michel 538-0122. BARB'S BUNS hosts a New Good solid truck asking $2500 Christmas gifts. Free Xmas orna­ ACRO SS DOWN Year's Eve Tapas Extravaganza. I Milled, in a way 1988 MERCEDES 300 SE, obo. Call Rob 537-4174 after ment for purchase of $25 & over. I Word I of a Christmas classic 8 regions of the world-S courses. 5 Word from the seven beautifu l, shiny black, fully load­ 6pm . D. Campbell print with purchase 2 Japanese volcano ed, leather interior, low mileage, of $100 & over. Carol Haigh print Dinner by reservation only - lim­ dwarfs marching song 3 Cysts 1984 JEEP GRAND Cherokee 4 ited seating! 537 4491 or 537 9 Japanese 4 Word 2 of a Christmas classic great condition, $10,600 obo, door. Two tone brown. Automatic. with purchase of $250 & over. 537-4608. Come see Don and Paint at the 2812 for reservations. WHO LiT . I 0 Decorate, in a way 5 Bargains Good running condition. Power Tflf. DAWG OUT? 12 Possess a membership 6 Words often heard near 24 1989 DODGE CARAVAN, new windows, seats and locks. $600. old growing circle co-op location HAPPY HOLIDAYS in Gasoline alley. 537-6984. 13 Hahn, for one Across tires, needs radiator, $500 obo, Call Rob 537-4174 after 6pm. We'll miss you, Nate! 15 Ms Merino 7 Word 3 of a Christmas classic 538-1694. $0 DOWN OAC. Guaranteed FOOD BANK Donations can psdon'tgol 16 Carpet genre 8 Commands 1998 PONTIAC SUNFIRE, one credit approvals. Trucks, 4x4s, once again be dropped off' at 18 Safecracker 9 Staircase part owner, auto, cd, power windows, crew cabs, diesels, sport utilities, the Drittwood office, 8:30am - 19 Mind II Word 4 of a Christmas 4:30pm, Monday to Friday from sun roof, air, keyless entry, cars & vans. Repos, broken leas­ 21 Flooring material classic now to December 23. $7500 537-0061 . es, heavy duty equipment. Take 23 17th Greek letter 12 2nd Greek letter GIFTS FOR hard-to-buy-for 24 Church feature 14 Personae 1990 HONDA CIVIC, 250,780 over payments. Free delivery. Call Lawrence Siccia, BC's largest fi­ relatives? We can help! SSI Day­ 26 Abominates 17 Assist kin ., sunroof, recent engine work. care Society's 2005 Gorgeous 28 Witty remark 20 Mica and Tobin $3500. Please call 537-2789. nance broker. 1-800-993-3673. 22 And the rest Vancouver 604-327-6377. Fundraising Calendar is here! 30 Big Band instrument, for 1988, 19' GMC Citation, excel­ short 25 Aussie icons WWW.CREDIT-KING.COM. Au­ All proceeds towards building a lent clean condition, spacious, 4 31 Double-reed instrument 27 Depart tomobile loans - 400 vehicles on­ new daycare. Photography by burner stove, oven, fridge, aw­ 35 Sign of the zodiac 29 Naval weapon line. Trucks/vans/cars/SUVs. Die- Salt Spring's most renowned art­ ning, Fantastic fan, 99,000kms, ists. Available at Volume II Books, 39 European mountain 31 Golfer's mishit . sel/gas. Turned down? Rates too 32 Words 5 and 6 of a Christ- $14,500, 537-9499. Thrifty's, West of the Moon, Gan­ 40 Sask. nurses' org hig~? Trading in? Instant money mas classic 1989 FORD MUSTANG LX, ges Stationery, Juliette's Hair 42 Stepped available online. From 0-7% and 43 Paris policeman 33 Dorsal automatic, 4 cylinder, p/w, p~. Studio, Vesuvius Store and Wind­ complimentary delivery. Zero 45 Hide 34 Compass pt ac. Sunroof, 2-door, hatchback. down financing. Apply online, call flower Moon ... and SSI Daycare 36 Word 10 of a Christmas (537-2114). We'll even deliver! 47 Drug retailing org. 115,000 km. Original owner. Well anytime 1-800-650-4829 (2417). 48 Ending classic taken car of. $3000 obo. 537- . PATTI AT Beauty over the Beach 50 Tarry 37 Cowhand's competition 2994. 856 BUSES, VANS Hair Salon would like to wish ev­ 52 Slaw 38 Jewish calendar word TOYOTA TERCEL, 1989, $1 000. 1994 MAZDA MPV ?-passenger ery one a very rnerry Christmas 41 Words 8 and 9 of a Christ­ 53 Potato variety mas classic (Moving) . 537-5967 mini van . $5500. 220 km,V6,well season. May the year 2005 bring 54 K to P string maintained & good body; excel­ happiness to you all! I will be 44 Word 7 of a Christmas 1983 MERCEDES, 223,000 kms. 55 Autumn mo. lent condition. 537-4536. on holidays from Jan 4 until 17, classic on turbo-diesel. New Michelin 2005. 537-0798. 46 Common detergent tires, new 120 amp battery. Beauti­ 1998 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER . 49 Computer net. GARBAGE GURU & Strong New tires, new battery, new wind­ 51 Take forty winks ful car, great condition, $5299 obo. Woman Hauling Father & Daugh­ email: frontdesk@alfacom .ca. - shield. 11 O,OOOkm. Very clean. $8500 obo. 537-1856. ter team. Total cleanup & demo­ WWW.CREDIT-KING.COM . Au­ DODGE RAM Camper Van . lition and hauling. Vanessa or tomobile loans - 400 vehicles on­ Stove, fridge. View at Murakami's. Davi(:l 537-1984. line. Trucks/vans/cars/SUVs. Die­ Perfect Winter home. Phone Ce­ LIVE CRAB, Dec. 24 & 31 , 12- 3 sel/gas. Turned down? Rates too leste 537-2444 and leave mes­ pm. Wellbury Bay, Too, Centen­ high? Trading in? Instant money sage. nial dock or phone 537-9673, cell available online. From 0-7% and 537-6280. Free delivery. complimentary delivery. Zero 900 TOO LATE TO CLASSIFY RESTAURANT HOUSE Piccolo's down financing. Apply online, call CHRISTMAS DINNER special, gift certificate is a truly delightful anytime 1-800-650-4829 (2417) . tables, chairs and place settings Christmas gift! 537-1844. CREDIT COUNSELLORS: for 12 only $50, "no dishes to XMAS STOCKING stuffe r. Gour­ DEBT CONSOLIDATION PRO­ wash." We also deliver. Book ear­ met 5 course African dinner, GRAM . Canada Credit Services ly at The Rental Stop 538-0388. fundraiser for Africa. SSI Sailing .• helps Canadians repay debts; GOTTA SELL your car, truck, Club, Jan 7/8. Donation $30 cash. reduce or eliminate interest boat, RV, trailer or motorcycle? Tickets at SS Books, 653-4969. rates, regardless of your credit Advertise it in the Driftwood for MISSING AT BLACKBURN, situation! Call 604-734-8158 or 8 weeks at only $29.95. 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Call Teresa at 653- BORN IN 2004 FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN! 9888 to make arrangements. WEDNESDAY. DECEMBER 22, 2004 .a. BZ3 J:t..UJ:Lb & CUMMUNl ~fY The animals are revolting One of my favourite poems .------,up areas. At "It was terrifying," said is by an old white geezer least, that's Mr. Lindeman. "We don't the way it live in the woods ... we'd As another year ends and a new a code of rules, ethics and laws that name of Walt Whitman. It one begins, one might hope that serve the greater good will prove to starts: I think I could go and WIT& works when never seen a moose in the there would be time to reflect and be a core theme. live with animals. the moose neighbourhood before." contemplate to integrate all that is sober. Nothing uglier than a has occurred and all that we have Virgo (Aug 23 - Sep 21) They are so placid and WHIMSY learned. However, right now the While the North Node is in Aries you self-contain 'd ...." WITH ARTHUR BLACK [ ~~41 Onc_e they mean moose drunk. all important Nodes of the Moon will learn more about the importance They also forgive a lot, get mto the Unless it's a larcenous are changing signs coinciding with and necessity of change. Since this animals do. sauce, moose beaver. the full moon in Cancer (Dec. 26, is a fundamental law of life you will draw, brushing the trigger 2004 @ 12:46 am). Mythically, these learn that it is not personal. Learning We leash them and saddle with his paw and putting become monsters. I refer you to the case of Nodes are known as the Head and to 'let go and let God' will beoome them; harness and hobble a slug through Bradford's Ask the Swedes. Sweden the Lucky Dollar Casino Tail of the Dragon and are factors more obvious and meaningful to you. them; we tether, corral and has a moose population of heist in Greensburgh, Loui­ in measuring the evolutionary past Developing a deeper understanding wrist. and future destiny of a person, a of creating true security as a point of kennel them. The Florida Humane Soci­ some 300,000. siana last month. corporation or institution, a nation center within your own being will be We also do things to them ety found homes for the pup­ Normally, these Nordic Thieves got away with or any other body recognized as an a key theme. This will help you flow moose are law-abiding, even $70,000 U.S., but Louisiana entity in the eyes of the law. While with the n~ural rhythms of change in scientific research labs pies. the nodes were in the polar opposrte and transformation with courage and that would make a Josef The Florida justice system timid, but each autumn many police, after some superb sign pair of Taurus and Scorpio, our presence of mind. - Mengele blush. has likewise made room for of them get into windfalls­ detective work, managed to individual and collective challenge And do they revolt? They Bradford. In the county jail. wild apples that fall from the track down more than half included letting go of the pas~ and Libra (Sep 22 - Oct 21) trees, ferment on the ground building upon a more stable founda­ With the South Node in your sign do not. They wordlessly for­ Animal insurrection. It's the loot. tion for the future. In our relatively and the North in your polar oppo­ give us. As Whitman says: everywhere. Ask Australians and turn into a form of back­ In a beaver dam in the shaky times, one wonders if we have site sign of Aries, your next stage of They do not sweat and whine in Canberra. Cause of their woods hootch. Moose gob­ nearby Amite River. been successful. Taurus does not growth will center on relationships. ble them up and that's when like to make hasty decisions. Now, Leading others with a full recognition about their condition alarm? Rioting 'roos. Police theorize that the with the North Node in Aries, people and appreciation of their unique and They do not lie awake and An unseasonable drought all hell breaks loose. casino bandit panicked will begin to express themselves individual needs will be significant. weep for their sins. has dried up kangaroo water­ This past autumn, Swedish and threw the loot into the both individually and collectively with Truly seeing and hearing others for police were juggling reports more decisiveness and assertive­ who they are beyond personal val­ Animals, alas for them, ing holes throughout the sur­ river, after which the bea­ ness. We can expect many new ues, opinions or projections, is the are beasts of infinite forgive­ rounding area, forcing the of inebriated moose blun­ ver, delighted to encounter initiatives and deliberate actions. key. Handling the assertiveness and ness. creatures into Canberra's dering into traffic, crashing a source of free wallpaper, This week's Horoscope is a sneak potential selfishness of others will into living room windows, preview of the Lunar Nodes - the require patience tact and diplomaqt. Well, almost. Fact is, an parks and gardens. grabbed the bills and used North in Aries and the South in Ubra increasing number of inci­ And the marsupials aren't staggering into empty swim­ them to line the inside of - for each sign of the Zodiac. Scorpio (Oct 22- Nov 21) dents seem to indicate that being meek and gentle ming pools- even execut­ their dens. Making the beautiful dream a real­ ing home invasions. Aries (Mar 21 - Apr 20) ity will be a central theme while the maybe, just maybe, our long­ about it. Adult .kangaroos That's the official theory. With the Lunar North Node in your North Node is in Aries. Gaining new Kari Lindeman lives in a time beasts of burden are stand as high as a man and Me, I think Louisiana author­ sign you have the opportunity to awareness and activating hea~hier beginning to cotton on to the can kick like a mule - a small town in central Swe­ ities have unwittingly uncov­ make some important decisions. habits in your overall lifestyle may den called Karlskoga. One This marks a quest for identity. become necessary as well as ideal. dirty tricks we two-legged mule with a shiv attached to ered just one underground You will be more self-empowered, Exercising a detailed, intelligent and co-tenants have been playing each hoof. evening he was watching cell of a sophisticated money assertive and will take new initia­ refined approach is in the spotlight. television with his daughter tives. Indecision based on too much Taking independent initiative to learn on them. And maybe, just The kangaroo has a sharp laundering scheme designed when a half ton of stewed consideration of the needs of oth­ new practical skills could prove excit­ maybe, th central claw on each rear to finance animal insurrec­ moose came through the ers, being the pleaser, will fall away. ing. Avoid getting lost in the dream ey're getting fed up and paw. tion around the world. Adjusting to this new rhythm will take and slip into denial and delusion. patio door. time so be on the alert to pushy This is a time to make a realis­ unwilling to take it any Its favourite tactic is to Pistol-packing puppies in good That's ... through the and aggressive tendencies. Intend tic plan and set goals. more. hold prey in its front paws Louisiana? Unruly 'roos in to blaze some new trails. I refer you to the case of and disembowel it with the patio door. It was closed and Australia? Unglued ungu­ Sagittarius (Nov 21 - Dec 20) Jerry Allen Bradford, a Flo­ rear ones. Never get between locked at the time. lates in Sweden? Co-inci­ Taurus (Apr 21 -May 20) Creating your own reality with pas­ The moose skidded The North Node is shifting into your sion and joy rather than with rebel­ ridian moron who decided to a thirsty kangaroo and a dence? I don't think so. Solar 1211th House. What this implies liousness and indifference will be get rid of a litter of unwanted watering hole. across the living room floor, My advice: go give Rover is that you will act upon your sub­ a main focus with the Aries North puppies by shooting them smashed the TV, tore the cur­ conscious desires. Unless a person Node transit. Engaging your lead­ And that goes double for a a dog bone right now. is enlightened, there is usually a ership and vision on behalf of a with his .38. drunken moose. tains off their rods, trashed Stroke your cat. strong gap between ones conscious larger need is in the plot. A creative "I couldn't find homes for Most Canucks know that some floor lamps and a Make sure Polly has plenty and subconscious desires. This approach that reflects love and grati­ them," he explained later. chesterfield, then staggered discrepancy can be and is often a tude for the privilege of participation the moose is a shy and elu­ of crackers. source of confusion. Positively, you will make you shine. Independent Fortunately, one of the pup­ sive animal, seldom seen in out the shattered patio door We need to mend this rift will connect with repressed inner and sustained action will bring suc­ pies beat Bradford to the the woods, much less in built- again. before things get ugly. needs and desires that the socially cess. Learn the value and impor­ accepted se~ cannot access, lead­ tance of the truth that time is art'. ing to repression then depression. FOR THE ; ;: =::: ~ ii!! Go for authentic expression. 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20 Year &rvice Awards This year we are proud to recognize 3 employees who have been serving our customers for 20 years! Their dedication and commitment to Ganges Village Market and the community of Salt Spring Island is unsurpassed! Barb Ryan Barb Ryan has lived on Salt Spring Island since 1966, For years she volunteered at Lady Minto and Greenwoods until the birth of her first child. Now a single mom. she devotes her free time to her children. Daughter Nina and son Gordy are involved In baseball. basketball, soccer, and swimming. Barb is a 'sports mom' attending most games and making her multi-passenger van available to drive teams around. She loves the time she shares with her children-whether sports, their camping trips, or retuning home together after work and school. Still, she never forgets the community. When she can help, she does. It Is not often, when help is requested, that Barb is not there. Ken Smith Ken Smith has been a resident of Salt Spring Island for 32 years. Ken graduated in 1981 from G.I.S.S. and came to work at Ganges Village Market three years later. Ken loves nearly everything about island life. He is engaged in the voluntary Bible education work of Jehovah·s Witnesses and is close to his friends at the Kingdom Hall. Most of all he cares deeply about his family: Sarah, wife of 15 years, sons Ethan and Haydn, and daughter Bethany. Appreciating all whom he works with--most closely the bakery staff-the highlight of his work experience is his interaction with community groups through the programs offered by the store, particularly the Village Market Bursary. Greg Duke Greg Duke moved to Salt Spring Island as child in 1973-not much younger than his daughter, Victoria, is today. Greg came to work for GVM immediately after leaving GISS. He cherishes his job and has never once considered working elsewhere. Always ready with a smile or a quip, Greg enjoys the social interaction with customers his job allows. A team player, he nonetheless never misses a chance to rib his fellow workers and never disdains a good practical joke. Greg Is currently on long-term medical disability and is greatly missed by shoppers and staff alike. All anticipate his return. Celebrating Excellence . Celebrating Excellence honours the outstanding achievements and behaviour of Ganges Village Market workers. Ganges Village Market initiated its "Celebrating Excellence" program in response to comments and suggestions from customers and staff. Management wanted to recognize employees who were providing outstanding customer service and sustaining a positive work environment. Four employees are acknowledged every month in four categories. Commitment To Excellence: Providing excellent customer service Winning With Teamwork: Helpful and courteous towards fellow staff members Make It Happen: Using creativity for theme promotions Attitude Is Everything: Positive, friendly attitude towards customers and staff Each honoured staff member receives a solid brass lapel pin and a gift certificate from the store. If you would like to recognize and reward a GVM employee, please fill out a form and drop it in the box. Preprinted forms and the drop box are located at the Lotto Centre.

Kecia Brown, two 2004 awards winner Kecia Brown came to Ganges Village Market in ApriL 1996 from Vancouver Island's Country Grocer stores. She was hired to help upgrade GVM's deli. In 2004. Kecia follows Dale Dow. Sam Hannah, Mike Kitchen and Rob Holmes as winner of the annual grand prize for "Celebrating Excellence". This award recognizes the employee's contribution to the enterprise over the entire year. The recipient receives (besides praise at the annual staff Christmas party) $2.500 cash toward travel or the equivalent value in computer equipment and/or software. Kecia-also this year-is the first winner of the GVMEA award for the fellow worker who most shows consideration. dedication and commitment over and above their work duties. Kecia and her partner will spend time this spring in Italy. Well deserved and justly recognized!

Ganges Village Market Welcome Wf18on 20 Year Award presented to Caf18es Villf18e Market

GVM Management receving award, pictured left to right; Marlie Kelsey, Dis!. Mgr-Welcome Wagon, GVMEA and Food Bank Drive Bill Wilkinson, Melanie Morris- Welcome Wagon, Brent Cooper, Karen Hartley and Sharon Wilkinson Many Ganges Village Market employees volunteer their time to the community on an individual basis. They perform a myriad of activities vital to the functioning of Salt Spring Island as a livable, diverse Friendly, knowledgeable and neighbourly: Welcome to the GVM spirit community. Early in November, the Ganges Village Market Employees Association (GVMEA) decided Inspired by an old-time spirit of warm hospitality. Welcome Wagon was established in 1928 to greet they wanted the Association as a whole to become more active in the community. Recognizing their new homeowners and familiarize them with their new communities. One of the first things, Ganges good fortune as employees of a strong, stable island business. the GVMEA with the full support of its Village Market owners did (even before they opened their doors) was to contact the island's 60-plus membership, determined to become more community involved as a group. Its first function Welcome Wagon coordinator. Newcomers themselves. they expressed a desire to become a as an association was to host a successful Christmas food bank drive December 11 . This simple but part of the island spirit of neighbourliness. Today. 20-years on. every Welcome Wagon beneficiary important event was just the beginning. The GVMEA will organize and coordinate activities in the is guided on a personal tour of Ganges Village Market. introduced by name to on-duty staff, and future it deems beneficial to the community. The Association welcomes public suggestions as to areas given a wide selection of Salt Spring Island grown or produced products. Is it marketing? Of course. of community need. But It is also about making friends. Islanders serving Islanders. IiL\PPY HOLIDAY~FROMVILLAGE MARKET STAFF & MANAGEMENT