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CHOIR COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER
Mar 30, 2007 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ For PDF Versions of this and past newsletters go to: http://www.crucible.ca/ghc/3/newsletters.htm ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
DIRECTOR’S NOTES SHIVON Denis and I sometimes get questions about the apparently “religious” content of our songs. If you don’t hold to the language used in a particular song, how does this work for you as a singer? This is an issue that comes up in any open community choir, where people of all backgrounds are encouraged to sing together. Some choirs, just like some schools, choose to avoid the whole issue by banning references to any religion. We take the opposite approach, embracing the beauty in all spiritual paths. There is such a wealth of beautiful music that has been inspired by the various spiritual traditions – we couldn’t bear to rule out that rich legacy. At the same time, we recognize and value the diversity in our choir community – in fact, would welcome much more diversity than we have at present. So how to help everyone feel comfortable about singing songs about Jesus, Mother Mary, a Jewish hymn, or lines from the Koran? I think the answer is to look for the beauty, and the essential mythological truth in all these songs, and not worry about the literal meaning or historical truth. They tend to be written on themes such as gratitude, courage, and asking for help, for peace, comfort, etc. As our friend Ann Mortifee says when she prays, “To whom it may concern...” I resonate deeply with the words of one of our favorite songs, Mystery – and to me, all these various expressions of the Divine are merely human attempts to name that which cannot be named. But the mystery can be felt, and songs like Requiem, or Masibulele ku Jesu, and Prayers of an Atheist - all help me feel the mystery in a way that nourishes my soul. We welcome hearing your thoughts on the subject. ~ Shivon ********************** DENIS Some internet sites that you might find interesting, that are relevant to our current repertoire: http://www.betsyrosemusic.org/ Home page of Betsy Rose, the writer of "Circle of Light" http://bethnielsenchapman.com/ Home page of Beth Nielsen Chapman. There are lots of sites about her, but this is Beth's "official" home page. http://www.waltonmusic.com/CompBios/anbio.php Some info about Anders Nyberg, who collected and arranged so many of the African pieces that we do, like Siyahamba, Akanamandla, Gabi Gabi, and Singahambayo Thina. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harry_Belafonte Some info about Harry Belafonte, writer of "Turn the World Around". ~ Denis
GETTIN’ HIGHER CHOIR INFO
GHC NEWS & BUSINESS CHOIR POTLUCKS
There will be potluck gatherings from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. on each of the following choir nights:
Tuesday April 3 Thursday April 12
These potlucks, held every session, are a tradition in the choir that allows us to get to know each other a little better. Please bring a tasty dish to share and your own plate and cutlery. An „ingredients‰ sign would be helpful for those with dietary considerations and perhaps a name label in case someone wants to get your recipe from you. All choir members are welcome at all potlucks. Come and enjoy! Shivon, Denis, Gloria & Bill
OTHER CHOIR COMMUNITY INFO
HNC NEWS & BUSINESS The Spring Season of High Noon begins this Tuesday April 3 and runs til Tuesday June 19. For background information on High noon, go to http://www.gettinghigherchoir.ca/highnoonchoir.php There will be an orientation for new people at 11:30 this week and next.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~ QUOTE BREAK ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Until you make peace with who you are, you'll never be content with what you have.
Anonymous, Reader's Digest. Submitted by: Patricia Houston, GHC Alto ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
CHOIR COMMUNITY SUBMISSIONS
OPPORTUNITIES TO SING!!! COOKING WITH HARMONY Come to my house for 9 free evenings of singing together in my roomy kitchen, making harmony, camaraderie and laughter. All human beings are welcome. I want to workshop some of the songs I learned in this year's CCLT course. I will provide the ginger tea! If you want to join the fun, or know anyone who doesn't want to join the choir, but has always wanted to sing, please give me a call or leave a message at 370-5449 or email me at [email protected] so I know approximately how many to expect. When: Monday nights, April 2 - May 28 Where: 525 Victoria Ave, deep in the heart of Oak Bay Time: 7:30 - 9pm
Submitted by: Barbara Lyall, GHC Alto and CCLT 2006/7 grad.
********************** WANTED: BARITONE OR TENOR FOR SHORT TERM CHOIR COMMITMENT "Spirit Rising", a small community choir directed by Bev Wright, needs a replacement singer to complete the season - 8 Monday evening practices, 2 "visiting" performances, and a final concert on June 2. We need a fast learner with a strong voice, music-reading ability, and a desire to do a good deed. Our repertoire is "inspirational" in the broadest sense, gospel songs, chants, and popular songs. Small weekly honorarium along with a generous serving of fun and musical enjoyment. Response needed asap. Please contact Bev Wright at 385-9477 or [email protected]. Submitted by: Denis Donnelly ********************** SINGING TOGETHER: A WORLD OF HARMONY Facilitator: Shivon Robinsong http://www.shivon.com http://www.gettinhigherchoir.ca Singing together with others in harmony is a powerful source of energy, connection and joy, accessible to everyone. Together we will form a spirited choir singing songs from various cultures as we practice the skill of holding our own part while listening to others, creating a harmonious whole. Whether you have always loved to sing, or always wished you could, come and add your voice to the chorus. No singing experience necessary. Everyone welcome!
(This is the perfect chance for friends, relatives and colleagues to experience the enchantment of choir ala Shivon!)
Dates: April 14, 15, 2007 Time: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Cost: $125 + GST Information and Registration: http://www.royalroads.ca/continuing-studies/TAMU1167-Y06.htm Submitted by: Hilary Leighton, GHC Alto
********************** OUR SISTER CHOIRS Do you know singers, or wannabe singers who might like an opportunity to sing in a GHC/HNC type choir? If so check out what is available in their area by visiting:
http://www.ubuntuchoirs.net and clicking on “Choir Directory”
********************** SONG CIRCLE & NAUTICAL SONG CIRCLE Alternating on Saturday nights at the Bent Mast (corner of Simcoe and Menzies and Toronto), 7:30 - 9:30+. For dates and other info visit http://victoria.tc.ca/Culture/Vnsc/ (click on Sailing Orders for dates) or call Stewart at 382-5707
********************** COMMUNITY EVENTS ITEMS THAT INVITE YOU TO SING!
Vancouver Interspiritual Chant Festival (Mar 31) Stainer's Crucifixion (Apr 6)
See the full items in the Community Events section below
WORD OF MOUTH / RECOMMENDATIONS A NOBEL PRIZE FOR PETE SEEGER? A further note on the quote from the song “How Can I Keep From Singing?” (Quoted in last week’s newsletter) The original hymn was written by American Baptist minister Robert Wadsworth Lowry in 1860. About a hundred years later, Pete Seeger added a verse and reworked the lyric to have a more humanist feeling. Which segues nicely into this notice. A grassroots movement has begun to persuade the American Friends Service Committee to nominate Pete Seeger for the Nobel Peace Prize. The petition can be found on the following website: http://www.petitionthem.com/default.asp?sect=detail&pet=3774 Pete Seeger’s compositions, among them 'Where Have All the Flowers Gone', 'If I Had a Hammer', and 'The Big Muddy’ have served as anthems for an entire generation. For instance, he sang "We Shall Overcome" at the founding meeting of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee in Raleigh, N.C., in 1960. Through fundraising concerts, endorsements, and personal participation, Pete has supported almost every peace organization in the United States and internationally. At the age of 87 he continues to be a crusader for peace, social justice, and ecological responsibility. This petition seeks to acknowledge a lifetime of dedication to humanity and the planet. Recommended by: Paddy Hernon, former GHC & Soundings Bass **********************
A DE-SCENT RECOMMENDATION
Dear All,
Yesterday we had our usual wonderful Sowelu Singers practice with Shivon. A new woman came to join us--she participated enthusiastically but all of a sudden she walked out of the Pemberton Chapel with her song book in hand. I thought that she might have gone to the washroom, she came back after 5 minutes or so and I asked her afterwards if she had enjoyed the session…..
She then said to me: “There was a faint smell of perfume and I could not stand it any longer, I had to rush out for some fresh air- I am very allergic to perfume!”
I then made myself a promise to remind ALL OF US to please NOT USE any perfume, aftershave or perfumed soap before we go to our choir practices!!
“ Let Your Little Light Shine!!”
Recommneded by: Marya Nijland, volunteer coordinator of the Sowelu Singers and former soprano of the GHC
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The Real test of what you are is what you do.
Johnathan Davis (a piece of dialogue in his book “The Bird Table”)
From the Editor’s collection ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
COMMUNITY NETWORKING STORAGE SPACE WANTED I am in need of small amount of storage space for an indefinite period. Renting a corner of a dry basement, for example. If anyone has some space available, please contact me at [email protected] Submitted by: Paddy Hernon, former GHC & Soundings Bass ********************* SPRING CLEANING OPPORTUNITY (Repeat) African Aids Angels are Searching for your Old Jewelry The Angels need old earrings, rings, brooches and interesting beads to be to decorate our small fundraising angels. Mary is collecting on Monday nights until April 2. New Horizons in James Bay and St. Aidan's United near UVic are also collecting jewelry for us. They will have a drop box in their reception area. For more information about African Aids Angels check our new website http://africanaidsangels.googlepages.com Submitted by: Mary Bomford, GHC Monday Alto ********************* SALTSPRING HOUSE SWAP! Interested in a one or two week house swap on SaltSpring Island? Single woman, mature, mid-fifties, very responsible, thinking of relocating to Victoria and would like to experience more of the city. I have a sweet home on acreage in the South end of the island, close to Fulford Harbour, Ruckle Park, great trails and two swimming lakes ( if you're brave enough to swim this early). I have a senior dog, shih tzu, very quiet and clean, but he can either come with me or stay on island. please e-mail: [email protected] or call: 20-653-0001 Submitted by Ella Topaz of CCLT 2006/2007 on behalf of Elehna de Sousa
SERVING EACH OTHER TOXINS – THEY ARE DESTROYING YOUR HEALTH For decades, scientists have been studying the effects of pollutants in our air, water & soil. Now, they’re studying the effects of these same pollutants in the human body & the findings are very, very troubling. Learn about a new premium product to detoxify heavy metals & other environmental toxins from your body. These toxins can be the underlying cause of aging, illness & disease.
For more information & personal service on how to achieve an optimal state of health:Call: 658-2469 or email: [email protected] or visit: http://www.mywaiora.com/612641 Submitted by: Louise Lilliott new to Victoria & GHC, Mon. soprano ********************* CHOIR PHOTOS AND MORE (Updated links) Hello All, After my servers' spring cleaning I relocated some of my online photo presentations. Below there is and address where you can find links for the last two concerts of GHC as well as John O'Donohue seminar in Victoria. If you find additional minute please visit last link on this home page leading to my B/W photos I prepared for large retrospective Press Photo Exhibition in Krakow, Poland, April 07'. Any opinions or testimonials are more than welcome. Please note that www.goingdigital.ca is still under construction and only home page is accessible now. Here is an address: (all links to photos are located in right hand, bottom corner)
http://www.goingdigital.ca Enjoy! Submitted by: Andrew Kielbowicz, Official Choir Photographer & Former Thursday Bass ********************* PILATES FOR BOOMERS (Repeat) “When you are young, you challenge your body. Now, your body challenges you.”
~ Mikhail Baryshnikov
Whatever your current level of fitness let me assist you in restoring your core body strength, balance and flexibility in a comfortable warm home setting...mine, in Oak Bay, or yours! I am a former RN and B.Ed who is Stotts-Pilates trained offering introductory private and Semi-Private Pilates Mat Sessions
$35/hr - private $25/hr each – semiprivate (you and a companion)
For more information please contact Barbara at 370-5449 or [email protected] Submitted by: Barbara Lyall, Tuesday Alto & CCLT 2006/7 ********************** (Does Andrew want the red text in this item still?) DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY and COMPUTER TUTORING (Repeat) One on one (or small groups) at your place using your equipment. Discover the joy and all benefits of digital photography revolution! Express yourself creatively by mastering composition and photo editing techniques. Learn how to capture, select, edit, archive and share quality photos with friends, family or worldwide internet audience. Use the full potency of your camera, software and computer equipment. Short, customized programs created according to your interest, needs and budget.
By the way: this is a great moment to buy a new camera as discontinued, last years models just went on sale. I offer free phone equipment purchase consultation for my future students!
For rates, schedules and more info please call: 382-0309 or e-mail:[email protected] Submitted by: Andrew Kielbowicz, Official Choir Photographer & Former Thursday Bass ********************** COMPUTER REPAIRS, TUNE-UPS & UPGRADES. Very reasonable rates. Very thorough, with 7 years experience. Virus removal, Re-installations of Windows, installation of hardware, Memory upgrades, Consultations, etc. Personal service pickup, or dropoff at: 1711 Coronation Ave. (next to Jubilee Hospital) Call: 472-0530 EmaiL: [email protected] Submitted by: Chris Wakefield (a.k.a. - Crow), Soundings Baritone.
THINGS & OPPORTUNITIES WANTED NEEDED: MINI-KEYBOARDS FOR “SONGS OF PASSAGE” Songs of Passage is looking for several mini-keyboards for use in their Bedside Singing work at Hospice and elsewhere. They are only needed to get a clear 'start note' for each song (much softer tone that pitch pipes: doesn't startle or disturb patient) - so only need to have 1-1/2 octaves ('G below middle C' to 'A above middle C') and be portable - no other features are required. Children's keyboards might also work, if they have the right 1-1/2 octave range. We would appreciate donations of such keyboards, but could afford to pay up to $5 for each one. Contact Pashta MaryMoon (Thurs Tenor) at 383-4065 or [email protected] Submitted by Pashta MaryMoon, GHC Tenor, and Marnie Lamb, GHC/HNC/Sowelu Alto ********************* WEB SITE BUILDING SOFTWARE WANTED I want to buy a legitimate 2nd hand copy of any one of the following computer programs with a preference for the first one...
Adobe Creative Suite 2.3 Premium Macromedia Studio 8, MX 2004, or MX Adobe Creative Suite 2.0 or 1.x Premium Adobe Creative Suite 2.0 or 1.x Standard
If you have one of these that you are no longer using and you would be willing to de-register it and sell it to me, or if you know someone who might, I would like to hear from you. I can be reached by email at [email protected] or by phone at 920-4160 (7 a.m. to 8 p.m.). Submitted by: Bill Hanson, GHC Bass etc.
COMMUNITY MARKETPLACE FOR SALE:
Amana 18.6 cu.ft. refrigerator with top freezer. Black; right -side hinge. Excellent working condition. Phone 385-1665. Submitted by: Doug Woodall, HNC Bass
ACCOMMODATION AVAILABLE OR WANTED HOUSE/PET SITTER AVAILABLE Mature, responsible woman available to house/pet sit for short or long term. Former Victoria resident retuning to Canada after living in Hawaii/ Australia for several years. Clean, responsible, non-smoker, vegetarian. References. Call Lise Gagnon @ 383-5698 Submitted by Patti Dewhurst, former Tues-Alto. ********************** WARM, COMFORTABLE HOUSE TO SHARE Camosun / Hillside Mall Area Quiet, sunny 3+ bedroom home to share with female and 1 mature cat. Whole house will be shared, and my housemate will have two private spaces: a bedroom upstairs and a large space downstairs (converted garage) with private entrance and separate phone line. This larger space would be great as an artist's studio, practitioner space, or office. Hardwood floors upstairs, fireplace, laundry with washer/dryer. Large Quiet backyard with fruit trees, strawberries and raspberries - gardening opportunity! References required. Must love cats! Prefer female. Rent $675 plus half utilities. Available NOW. Please call Khrystie (250) 598-8243 if you're interested, and pass this notice on to friends who might be, or who might know of someone looking for a comfortable, happy and well-maintained home. Submitted by Khrystie, GHC Monday/Tuesday/Thursday Alto ********************** LOOKING TO RENT FOR MAY 1st…QUIET OASIS, I'm looking for an unfurnished one bedroom or bachelor suite for myself and older canine. She is very well behaved and I am a responsible pet owner. I am able to pay up to$ 700/month. I would love to be in James Bay, Oak Bay or Fernwood but centrally located is good. If you have such a thing or know of anyone else who might please call: Ellen Reynolds at: 370-9604 or e-mail [email protected]. Thanks so much, Submitted by: Ellen Reynolds, former GHC Alto ********************** ARTSY CORDOVA BAY RURAL HOME Available while I am away April 17 - May 2. Friends or families visiting, minimal rent. Sherri 658-5891
Submitted by: Sherri Hohert, GHC Monday Tenor
********************** SHORT TERM RENTAL JUNE/JULY. Tranquil, light-filled 3 bdrm character home. Great location - heart of Fairfield. Prefer to rent for the whole period, but open to other possibilities. Looking to connect w/ responsible, quiet and meticulous people who will be considerate of neighbours and leave house just as they found it. Start/end dates somewhat flexible. Refs reqd. For more info/photos etc., email: [email protected] Submitted by: Sachiko Kiyooka, former GHC Alto ********************** HOUSITTER AVAILABLE (Repeat) To care for your home, pets, plants. Great references. For more information please contact Rhonda . Email: [email protected] or phone 250-383-9386 . Submitted by: Shivon
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Live in such a way that you would not be ashamed to sell your parrot to the town gossip.
Will Rogers From the Editor’s collection http://www.willrogers.org/ http://www.quotationspage.com/quotes/Will_Rogers/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Will_Rogers
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COMMUNITY EVENTS ~ THIS WEEKEND TO NEXT HEARTBEAT OF THE EARTH: HOW TO BUILD A DRUM (Mar 31) This hands-on workshop will provide an opportunity for participants to make their own drum from scratch while learning on many levels. This is a cultural presentation in its fullest sense and includes discussions that thread through various disciplines including physics, geometry, the environment, biology, science, art, music, dance, drama, craftsmanship, history, community and spirituality. No artistic ability is required. Facilitator: Glenn Patterson March 31 Information and Registration: http://www.royalroads.ca/continuing-studies/TAAC1153-Y06.htm Submitted by: Hilary Leighton, GHC Alto ********************** Musical Theatre GILBERT & SULLIVAN'S - IOLANTHE (Mar 31)
The Victoria Gilbert & Sullivan Society presents "Iolanthe" McPherson Theatre 386-6121 March 31 @ 2pm & 8pm Tickets: Adults $34.50, senior/student $32 Children 14 and under $10 when accompanied by an adult. Submitted by: Joy Broomfield, former GHC Soprano ********************** THE SACRED ART OF STORYTELLING (Mar 31) Have you ever heard a friend tell a story and found yourself inspired to share a story of your own? Of course! We all have an abundance of stories to tell. Let’s celebrate and share our wisdom in this one-day workshop where we’ll look at storytelling from the perspective of our own life experience. This one day workshop will help increase your confidence in your own ability as a storyteller; curiosity about others’ stories. Facilitators: Margo McLoughlin (http://jatakatales.googlepages.com/home) and Faye Mogensen. Date: March 31, 2007 Time: 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Cost: $75 Information and Registration: http://www.royalroads.ca/continuing-studies/TAPA1161-Y06.htm Submitted by: Hilary Leighton, GHC Alto ********************** The Stress Buster Workshop: SELF-CARE SKILLS FOR A LIFETIME (Mar 31) Instructor Karen Ledger RN BScN Accredited EFT Trainer Chronic stress reactions can wreak havoc on our bodies and daily living, turn on DNA potentials for disease, and reduce intellectual competence. In this workshop you will learn and experience immediate results from a simple but powerful tool called Emotional Freedom Technique(EFT). One of the new quantum healing techniques that bring rapid, powerful results, EFT utilizes a process of gently tapping with you fingers on acupuncture meridians to alleviate negative emotions, fears and beliefs. Saturday, March 31, 9:30am-1:00pm Pacific Rim College Market Square, #229 – 560 Johnson Street (top floor, west side of Market Square) Tuition: $45 Advanced Registration only For info or registration: [email protected] or tel 598-4126 Submitted by: Karen Ledger, lapsed GHC Tenor ********************** VANCOUVER INTERSPIRITUAL CHANT FESTIVAL (Mar 31) www.vancouverchants.org March 31 (Saturday) 10 am5pm: chantshops 7:30 pm: Evening chant celebration with Gina Sala and others Canadian Memorial Centre for Peace, 1550 West 16th Avenue, at Burrard
A full day of participatory chanting with First Nations, Muslim, Hindu, Sufi, Christian, Jewish, Baha'i, Sikh and Buddhist sacred song leaders. Full-Festival Pass $55. Students, seniors $35. Evening Chant only, $25/$20. Tickets at Banyen Books and Sound, 3608 West 4th Ave., Vancouver, or by phone at 604-737-8858. Submitted by Nancy Watters, CCLT 2005 Grad ********************** FREEDOM DANCES VICTORIA Ecstatic-Shamanic dance meets Afro funk, contact improvisation, Chi Gung. Transformational, empowering, community Building with Yemaya Renuka Duby. Weaving 20 years of exploration, trainings and practices in Earth based traditions, Eastern spirituality, Dance and Somatic Therapy, Yemaya developed the Freedom Dances as a tool for empowerment, freedom and wholeness. In this unique and inspiring vessel, dance background or not, you will be irresistibly invited to connect deeply with yourself and experience the joy of bodies and minds freeing together, creating a space of ecstatic dance bliss... Sunday April 1st ~ 2 pm to 6 pm At the Canadian Pacific Ballet Studios (above "Dig This" in Market Square) Yemaya Renuka Duby. 995.9994 http:www.manaom.org http://people/tribe.net/yemayarenuka Submitted by: Jozette Wygergangs, GHC Alto ********************** LIVING AS EASTER PEOPLE IN THE NEW STORY (Apr 3) A public lecture presented by Glenairley Centre for Earth and Spirit featuring best selling author Michael Morwood (http://www.morwood.org). At: Queenswood House, 2494 Arbutus Rd. Victoria, On: April 3, 7:00 pm. Cost: $15.00 Submitted by: Gertie Jocksch Monday Soprano ********************** EASTER IN THE NEW STORY (Apr 4 to 8) A retreat with best selling author Michael Morwood (http://www.morwood.org) who is highly regarded as an inspiring and challenging speaker on the need to re-shape Christian imagination, thought and liturgical language. These days of prayerful reflection will focus on Jesus’ life, message, death and resurrection in terms of the Divine as a universal permeating presence holding everyone and everything in connection. Our Holy Week rituals will express this focus along with our commitment to allowing the Divine to move in our lives as Jesus allowed it to move in his. Retreat begins with dinner on April 4 and ends with lunch on April 8. Dates: April 4th to 8th Location: Centre for Earth and Spirit, 6040 East Sooke Rd. Day rates and commuter rates available. For further information please contact: www.centreforearthandspirit.org email [email protected]
ph/fax (250) 642-3546 Submitted by: Gertie Jocksch Monday Soprano ********************** STAINER'S CRUCIFIXION (Apr 6) Come join (or listen to) an augmented choir at St. Michael and All Angels' Anglican Church, 4733 West Saanich Road, Victoria, Good Friday, April 6, 2007 at 7:30p.m. Director: Tony Booker Soloists: Wade Noble, John Doughty Organist: Nicholas Fairbank Tickets: $12 at door Those interested in singing with us are invited to attend a rehearsal/workshop at 4p.m., followed by a simple meal. Scores will be available To register for the workshop contact: Elizabeth Griffin, 250-652-3123 or [email protected] " Submitted by: Sally Tuckey, Monday Alto ********************** FOODROOTS SUSTAINABLE FEAST (Apr 7) Featuring: Slowfoods Vancouver Island Saturday APRIL 7, at the Garry Oak Room Fairfield Community Centre, 1335 Thurlow (next to Sir James Douglas School) 6:00 Slowfoods Cheese Tasting Followed by dinner, dessert, music, networking and lively discussion Cash bar featuring local wine and beer Celtic Harp Music by Isabelle Uzaraga Tickets $25. On sale at: Hemp & Co, Shift, Demitasse Oak Bay, Plenty Epicurean Pantry or call 385-7974 Submitted by: Susan Tychie, Tuesday Alto
COMMUNITY EVENTS - COMING WEEKS Free Introductory Presentations for the EVOLUTIONARY ENLIGHTENMENT COURSE (Apr 11 & 18) The full five-week Evolutionary Enlightenment course starts April 25th
See the full item below and for cost and more information: call Instructor, Marion Blake at 382-1486 or visit http://www.eecourse.org Submitted by Monique Oleschuk, Tuesday Alto ********************** SYLVAN CHAMBER CHOIR AND HANDBELLS (Apr 12) Three groups from Will C. Wood High School in Vacaville, California (San Francisco) will perform… The Sylvan Chamber Choir, The Klingenberg Male Chorus ~ and ~ Tintinnabulists English Handbell Choir. The evening will feature music by W.A. Mozart, Imant Raminsh, Rene Clausen, John Rutter, Karl Orff, Ron Nelson, Cynthia Dobrinsky, Kevin McChesney, and Dean Wagner. This is the second performance by these groups at St. Andrew’s. Their previous visit was a great success, with music performed at a very high standard. Thursday, April 12, 7:30 p.m. St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, (corners of Broughton and Douglas Streets). Admission by donation at the door. The performers are also donating their services, so that all monies collected at the door will go to Our Place, which helps people in need in Victoria. Please contact the Church Office (384-5734 or [email protected]) for more information. Submitted by: Shivon Robinsong ********************** Queenswood Centre presents: SPIRITUALITY, HOPE AND THE FUTURE OF OUR PLANET (Apr 20) An evening with Guy Dauncey Friday April 20 7:00 - 9:00 pm. Phone Dawn 477-3822 for tickets. Seating is limited. Fee $25.00 includes refreshments and 10% of net profits shared with the Centre for Earth and Spirit. Submitted by: Sarah Comeau, GHC Tuesday Soprano ********************** THE PRACTICE OF LOVING PRESENCE Sunday April 22, 2007 9:30 am - 5:30pm , with Glen Timms, Certified Hakomi Therapist & Teacher The Practice of Loving Presence is an experiential, mindfulness-oriented workshop based on the work of Ron Kurtz - originator of the Hakomi Method. Healing is a mysterious process that in part depends on the quality of relationship and presence engendered by the person who is helping. In recognizing and relaxing our often habitual, ways of perceiving, thinking and reacting we will develop more spacious and nourishing ways of relating to ourselves, to others and to life. This workshop is for anyone who is interested in
learning about themselves and developing practical ways of being more intelligently compassionate to themselves and others. (Before April 8th) waged $80. Unwaged $40 (After, $90/$50) Where: TBA (central Victoria) To Register Contact: Rae: [email protected] or 361-2045 Submitted by Rae Bilash, Thursday Soprano ********************** EVOLUTIONARY ENLIGHTENMENT COURSE (Apr 25) Marion Blake, Student of Spiritual Teacher Andrew Cohen, will offer the perspective of Andrew's teaching, Evolutionary Enlightenment. Evolutionary Enlightenment is a traditional Eastern Enlightenment teaching that includes the Western notions of spirituality, innovation and change that invite involvement and engagement in the world. The course consists of five weekly classes, each providing in-depth grounding in one of the fundamental principles of Evolutionary Enlightenment that students apply in their lives between sessions. Location: Queenswood Centre Conference Room 2 2494 Arbutus Road Victoria, BC 7-9pm Wednesdays; April 25th to May 23rd For cost and more information: call Instructor, Marion Blake at 382-1486 or visit http://www.eecourse.org Submitted by Monique Oleschuk, Tuesday Alto
JUST FOR FUN A reward of laughter for reading this far
THE SPANISH COMPUTER A Spanish teacher was explaining to her class that in Spanish, unlike English, nouns are designated as either masculine or feminine.
"House" for instance, is feminine: "la casa." "Pencil," however, is masculine: "el lapiz."
A student asked, "What gender is 'computer'?" Instead of giving the answer, the teacher split the class into two groups, male and female, and asked them to decide for themselves whether "computer" should be a masculine or a feminine noun. Each group was asked to give four reasons for its recommendation. The men's group decided that "computer" should definitely be of the feminine gender ("la computadora"), because:
1. No one but their creator understands their internal logic;
2. The native language they use to communicate with other computers is incomprehensible to everyone else;
3. Even the smallest mistakes are stored in long term memory for possible later retrieval; and
4. As soon as you make a commitment to one, you find yourself spending half your paycheck on accessories for it.
The women's group, however, concluded that computers should be Masculine ("el computador"), because:
1. In order to do anything with them, you have to turn them on;
2. They have a lot of data but still can't think for themselves;
3. They are supposed to help you solve problems, but half the time they ARE the problem; and
As soon as you commit to one, you realize that if you had waited a little longer, you could have gotten a better model. ========= THAT'S ALL FOLKS ========= M aking U niversal S ounds I n C ommunity A Community Choir Crescendo, check out the Choir Directory at: http://www.ubuntuchoirs.net ================================== Adapted from an email received from Mona Patel, Soundings Alto & GHC Tenor
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