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The September 9, 2011

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GHC New Singers Intake

Sept. 19th to 29th

For details please see last week’s Admin Issue or visit:

http://www.gettinghigherchoir.ca/community-info

Please pass the word

HNC New Singers Intake

Sept. 20th & 27th

For details please see last week’s Admin Issue or visit:

http://www.gettinhigherchoir.ca/highnoonchoir.php

Please pass the word

KINOBE & THE AFRICAN SENSATION CONCERT

Sept. 17th

in the McPherson Playhouse, #3 Centennial Square

For details please see the item in the Community Events Section

Please pass the word

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For a PDF Version of this week’s issue plus all our archived issues

including last week’s Choir Community Issue please go to:

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SPECIAL NOTES!!!! 1. SING! SING! SING!

Information about our our registration procedures for veterans can be found in the ―New Season Info‖ section of last week‘s (and next week‘s) Admin Issue (please review).

2. CORRECTION RE: SHIVON & DENIS‘ INVITATION SPECIAL

Their list of songs in the Sept. 8th special email included ―On Children‖ by Kahil Gibran and it contained an invalid link. To listen to Sweet Honey in the Rock‘s version of the song click on:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCVvoL_F5gA

COMMUNITY MEMBER’S SUBMISSIONS When reading (skimming) the contents of this newsletter keep in mind that what

your choir companions are requesting or offering may be of interest to one or more of your non-choir contacts. Support each other…pass the word!

END-OF-SEASON NEWSLETTER SCHEDULE June 3rd Admin Isue June 10th No Newsletter (due to concert ―bizzies‖) June 12th + End-Of-Season Combined Admin & Community Issue Events dated throughout the summer to mid-September are eligible for submission to the Community Events section in either of these issues. ~ Bill

LEAH TO/FROM SAANICHTON Avid Saanichton singer needs rides to the Monday sessions. Could be with another just as avid singer or a different wonderful singer each night. I am willing to bus to Royal Oak if needed. If you would be willing to help some weeks please call me at 250-652-7685. Submitted by Leah Errington GHC Monday Alto

THE HARMONIOUS SINGERS

We meet for our 2011 Fall Season (season #7) every Monday from Sept. 19 to Dec 6 in Fairfield United Church at Moss & Fairfield

Kids & Adults, 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. ~ All Ages Welcome Family friendly singing with dance, musical games, body percussion and story play.

Teens & Adults, 7:00 to 8:30 ~ 12+ yrs recommended Inter-generational & multi-cultural chants, rounds & songs sung in unison and multi-part harmonies

New singers are always welcome at either or both sessions

Web Site http://www.harmoniousfamilychoir.com

Poster

http://www.harmonioussingers.com/pdf/2011f-hs-poster-sm-web.pdf (any residential, car window, work and/or neighbourhood posting of copies would be a great help)

Contact

250-385-SING (7464) sing@harmoniousfamilychoir.com

Music is the international language that connects us all! Submitted by Doug Paterson CCLT5 - 2008/09 and former GHC Bass ********************** AT THE HAVEN: THE SINGING SOUL IMPROVISATIONAL A CAPPELLA Twice a year it is my pleasure to teach an intensive of The Singing Soul at The Haven on Gabriola Island. Each time, the setting and resources of The Haven always combine for some of the deepest, most soulful and amazing improvised singing I've ever heard and been a part of. I invite you into it! Times: 7:00 pm, Friday September 23 - noon, Monday September 26. The Haven, Gabriola Island, BC For all the details and registration information please visit:

http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?llr=67axljeab&v=001hS7OD_IhnlE7jN3khdEsFIN7u16OR1XISAmxRYpg7UDmGFXvGFMP_W_KeARr82inCbRMbHo-06beEF-wdhdEIEjAmbunxi329tO9ztgKfdVbn_Ohvv_P5gTbKE4RoVYr

Submitted editorialy because some of you might be interested ********************** COMMUNITY EVENTS ITEMS THAT INVITE YOU TO SING!

TAIZE SERVICE (Sep 16) PLAYING FOR CHANGE DAY (Sep 17) HAMAKUA RETREATS WITH KINOBE (Sep 21-30)

For details on the above ―Opportunities To Sing‖ see the full items in the Community Events section below

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When I hear music, I fear no danger. I am invulnerable. I see no foe. I am related to the earliest of times, and to the latest.

Henry David Thoreau Submitted by Matti Anttila former GHC Bass

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STEPHEN LEWIS’ EULOGY FOR JACK LAYTON This is a very moving powerful eulogy, ... I loved it !!! I am voting for Stephen to hand the reins over to his daughter at the Foundation and come back to Canada and take Jack's place !!!!! Now that would be fabulous !!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nb1clTRYgSM

Watch and weep my friends, it is wonderful! Recommended by Joanne Marvin GHC Tuesday Soprano ********************** THE U.S. NATIONAL 9/11 MEMORIAL & MUSEUM The Memorial will be dedicated this September 11th. The back story: http://tinyurl.com/3scth9b> For more information: http://www.911memorial.org/ Recommended by Thomas Ovanin 2007 Summer, and future HNC, Singer ********************** THINGS THAT MAKE YOU GO HMMMMMM?! Here is a man who has some interesting and insightful things to say about business and life. Weird or just different? on TED Talks

http://www.ted.com/talks/derek_sivers_weird_or_just_different.html Uncommon Sense Parts 1 - 8 on YouTube

http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Derek+Sivers&aq=f Portal site to his on-line activities

http://sivers.org/ Check him out Recommended by Bill Hanson GHC Bass etc. ********************** A MOVING LETTER RE: JUAN DE FUCA TRAIL I believe this letter says it all:

Dear Times Colonist Editor, At the first night of the public hearing (September 6) on the proposed Marine Trail Resort beside the Juan de Fuca Trail, we listened to members of the Pacheedaht and other First Nations communities, the frail elderly, young parents, the newly retired, and a twelve-year-old boy speak out to save our Wild Coast. The level of deep research and deep feeling was enormously moving. The arguments against the development ranged from legal, historical, and political but all were fueled by a cry of anguish from our collective heart. It is clear that if the CRD board allows this rezoning and development to proceed, it will have a furious public to deal with, a public who will hold it responsible for this Trojan horse to untold sprawl and degradation. Make no mistake. We care deeply about the protection of our heritage and the integrity of these lands. We are watching this outcome like the eagles over coastal spruce.

Dorothy Field

Submitted with Dorothy‘s permission by Mary Lynch GHC Monday Soprano ********************** MOMMY BOOST MONTH IN SEPTEMBER The Elements of Health Centre is proud to be hosting a month full of mom focused lectures and activities! We're aiming to give moms a taster of the wide variety of support available to them here in Victoria, as well as practical information from distinguished and knowledgeable local practitioners. AND IT'S ALL FREE! Plus all participants will receive a discount card for great family savings at a number of local businesses around town. Our Mommy Boost event is a fundraiser for a Peruvian elementary school, donate and you could win a trip to Peru! Details and class registration at http://www.elementscentre.ca/mommy-boost-month Recommended by Melanie Furtado former HNC singer ********************** HISTORY EXAM This is a History Exam for those who don't mind seeing how much they really remember about what went on in their life. Everyone over 40 should have a pretty easy time it. If you are under 40 you can claim a handicap. I scored 17...obviously older than dirt.

http://www.gettinhigherchoir.ca/00-Posts/2011/0909/history-exam.pdf Submitted by Thomas Ovanin 2007 Summer, and future HNC, Singer ********************** A MYTHIC JOURNEY THROUGH THE WORLD'S SACRED MUSIC Elizabeth Courtney, former GHC soprano, is giving a course for UVic Continuing Studies with the above title, Monday evenings Oct. 3 to Nov. 28. As a participant in the class last year, I can recommend it as a wonderful introduction to a great diversity of music from around the world, set into the context of the mythology behind it while also linking universal themes in those mythologies. This is very much a class for listening and settling into the music rather than for analysis. For a taste, you can hear Elizabeth on North by Northwest (CBC Radio One) on the weekend of September 23 - 24. Here's the link to the course. Course details:

http://www.uvcs.uvic.ca/aspnet/Course/Detail/?code=ASMU341 Recommended by Kathie Putt lapsed GHC Alto

****************** QUOTE BREAK ****************** Courage my friends, ‗tis never too late to build a better world.

Tommy Douglas

Quoted often by Jacl Layton Submitted by Patricia Houston GHC Alto

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ALL AGES PIANO & GUITAR LESSONS FOR INDIVIDUALS & FAMILY GROUPS Doug Paterson, former GHC Bass and Director of the Harmonious Family Singers & Choir also teaches both piano and guitar and likes to create family bands so people play together at home as well as to provide individual instruction. For information call Doug at 250-385-SING (7464) Submitted by Doug Paterson former GHC Bass, CCLT5 - 2008/09 & Harmonious Family Choir Director ********************** “GERMAN FOR ADULTS” CLASSES VICTORIA GERMAN SCHOOL (UVIC) This Fall, the Victoria German School will be offering again three ―German for Adults‖ classes: Beginners, Intermediate (where previous knowledge is required) and Advanced German (with emphasis on intensive oral practise). These classes will help adults understand grammatical concepts, develop reading and writing skills, sharpen listening comprehension, boost confidence when speaking, as well as explore cultural themes. Classes begin on the 24th of September and are held at UVic in the Clearihue Building on Saturday mornings. Cost is $155, including registration, for 10 weeks of classes. Please email info@victoriagermanschool.org if you are interested or phone 250-886-1420. To registration online please visit www.victoriagermanschool.org/registration Submitted by the teacher Joanna Schaller former GHC Alto ********************** COMPUTERS AND MORE.... Media Integration.

Have your computer talk to your stereo, and your television. Shopping consultation.

Let me help you find the right stuff (and price) for your needs. Sound systems, desktop and laptop computers,video systems etc.

Outstanding vintage speakers a specialty. Computer repairs.

Windows Vista and XP. Mac OSX Internal and system cleaning, and optimization

Viral Infections, Data Recovery, Upgrades Set-up and basic tutoring Hardware and Software problems Free Estimates

Introduction to streaming audio/podcasts and Online Video Get the most out of your multimedia experience.

$40 Hour at your home/office

Discounts for seniors/students/unemployed.

Matt Hutton GHC Lighting guy and Gloria‘s son

mattinvic@gmail.com 250-418-1322

Submitted by Gloria Hansen, GHC and HNC Tenor ********************** . NEED A WEBSITE BUILT AND/OR MAINTAINED @ COMPETITIVE RATES? (Know someone who does?) If you need a web site registered, hosted, built or maintained please contact me. If you know someone else who might please pass this item on to them.

Testimonials & Sample Sites

http://www.webeasyservices.com/testimonials.html Referral Rewards Program

http://www.webeasyservices.com/referrals.html Do you know a place that a ―WebEasy‖ poster could be displayed?‖ (work, neighbourhood, etc.) Your help in spreading the word about my service beyond our choir community would be appreciated.

Poster http://www.webeasyservices.com/PDF/20110719-webeasy-poster.pdf

Please contact me at: billh@crucible.caor 250-920-4160 (8 to 8, weekdays) Submitted by: Bill Hanson, GHC Bass etc **********************

SOCIAL POWER AND THE COMING CORPORATE REVOLUTION

If you own or manage a business or service of any size this article is eminently worth reading....

http://www.forbes.com/sites/techonomy/2011/09/07/social-power-and-the-coming-corporate-revolution/ ...and this video worth watching...

http://video.forbes.com/fvn/tech/why-techonomy ...both of which plus a lot of other interesting content can be found on...

http://www.forbes.com Recommended by Bill Hanson GHC Bass etc.

Check out the sites listed here and add them to your favourites if they are of on-going interest.

PASHTA MARYMOON, (GHC & HNC Tenor)

http://www.beyonds.ca/Enchanting/home.html

En~chanting Beyond Bedside Singing services -- vocal music used to support the journey though the major life-passages of birthing and dying in Victoria, B. C. ********************** NANCY WATTERS (CCLT 1 - 2004/5)

http://www.sacredworldsong.com Monthly community chant circles (free), sacred song gatherings, concerts & workshops. ********************** SOPHIE OLIVEAU-MOORE (GHC Thursday Soprano)

http://www.ladybirdcommunications.com Ladybird Communications specializes in developing small business and NGO websites that are affordable and easy to manage and grow.

********************** AURAFIDELITE ARINDAM (GHC Thursday Soprano)

http://www.auraart.net. I am a professional botanical artist in Victoria. You will find a gallery display of my botanical artwork, information about my upcoming and past art exhibits and publications, what people are saying about my artwork, my artist's biography, and how to contact me about my artwork. Enjoy! ********************** DO YOU HAVE A PERSONAL OR BUSINESS WEB SITE? If you are a current or past member of any choir in our family of choirs and you have a web site feel free to submit the URL plus a 50 word (or less) capsule description for inclusion in this section. Your listing will be kept on file and 2 - 5 of them will be rotated (in the order received) through this section of the Choir Community Member‘s Issue that goes out every second week. This will give your site periodic exposure to 1300+ people and offer readers different web sites to check out each week.

IT’S YOUR TIME A former soprano, Donna McCaw, has written a book about retirement readiness called It‘s Your Time. It deals with timing and readiness, finances, health, leisure, relationships, and identity and transitions in an informative and interactive way. It is available at Bolen books, Munro books, Tanner Books in Sidney, and Salamander in Ladysmith. Check out http://www.donnamccaw.com Submitted by Donna McCaw former GHC Tuesday Soprano

LOOKING FOR CLEANING PERSON For 2 houses in Cordova Bay area. Approx 4 hrs every 2 weeks for both. Call Sherri 250 658 5891 (tenor)

Submitted by Sherri Hohert Tuesday Tenor

2 BR SUITE AVAILABLE Large, bright, level entry, 2 bedroom suite with patio and wood burning fireplace. Available Oct 1. $1175 mo. includes laundry and utilities, wireless internet and parking. Quiet family neighbourhood - walk to shops, rec center, bus, beaches, parks, and close to U. Vic. NON SMOKING HOME Please phone 250-472-3411 Submitted by Robyn Arias former Tuesday/Thursday Alto ********************** IDEAL TENANT SEEKS FAIRFIELD / JAMES BAY ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT - NOV 1ST OR EARLIER Single, professional female, non-smoker, no pets. Works as leadership trainer / mindfulness yoga & meditation instructor. Very clean, organized, quiet, respectful, and responsible Can commit to long-term rental. Will care meticulously for your home. Seeking: Self-contained one-bedroom apartment in character home. Quiet, beautiful, clean and warm, sunny & bright, bathtub & shower, close to ocean, trees and birds. Outdoor access (balcony/backyard), fireplace would be great not necessary. Willing to pay $725-$850. For further information, please contact Patricia at 778-678-2326 or patricia@theartofdialogue.com Recommended by Hilary Leighton, GHC Alto ********************** ONE BEDROOM APT AVAILABLE From Sept 27 to Oct 28 in beautiful Rockland area. Rent: $1100 includes hydro and wireless internet. Laundry facilities in building. Apt is located in quiet, character home, has separate entrance, small private garden and piano. Close to downtown, Dallas Road and Fairfield Plaza. No smoking, no pets. Contact: Liz Phone: 250 592-3864 Submitted by Liz Wouters GHC Tuesday, and former HNC, Soprano ********************** A FABULOUS OPPORTUNITY TO SHARE A bright, clean ocean side studio and/or living space exists with an artistic, active senior lady. Enjoy your own space with a large private ocean view room, a huge sunroom with panoramic ocean views and a private

full bathroom in a contemporary home. Laundry, beautiful kitchen, dining room and living room with gas fireplace are also part of this share. All utilities (except phone) are included for $800. Please email seasidevictoria@gmail.com or call or text 250-818-2977. Submitted by Joanne Marvin GHC Tuesday Soprano

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There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it.

Edith Wharton, American novelist (1862-1937)

Submitted by Josephine Munro former GHC Monday Tenor ***********************************************************************

We encourage you to support the activities of other choir community members by emailing copies of any item to any of your contacts that you think would be interested.

MOMMY BOOST MONTH (now to Sep 30) There are Mommy Boost events happening throughout this month. For everything you ever wanted to know about Mommy Boost Month please visit:

http://www.elementscentre.ca/mommy-boost-month Submitted by Melanie Furtado HNC Singer ********************** A FALL EVENING WITH FOOD FORESTER RICHARD WALKER (Sept 9 ) Come for a whirlwind tour of humanities relationship with food cultivation, conventional agriculture and the ability to grow food through perennial systems. Date / Time: Friday, Sept 9 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. (Doors open at 6:30 p.m.) Location: Community Micro Lending Society, #202-2610 Douglas Street Cost: $15.00 at the door Info: http://transitionvictoria.ning.com/events/a-fall-evening-with-food Submitted by Linda Chan, High Noon Choir ********************** “THE JOURNEY OF AWAKENING” (Sep 9-11) A weekend retreats at the beautiful Swanwick Centre in Metchosin, with opportunities for reflection, sharing and lovely nature walks: An exploration of the continuing journey after awakening, including video pointers by well-known teachers , s.a. Adyashanti and Eckhart Tolle. For more information: see www.swanwickcentre.ca Contact: programs@swanwickcentre.ca or 250-744-3354.

Submitted by Ralph Tiller, HNC Bass ********************** ENSEMBLE LAUDE RAINBOW KITCHEN BENEFIT CONCERT (Sep 10) Ensemble Laude is giving a benefit concert for the Rainbow Kitchen Saturday afternoon at St. George's Church in Cadboro Bay. Directions to the church: www.stgeorges-cadborobay.ca/directions.htm. To stay up to date for future concerts (one for winter solstice and one in spring), see www.ensemblelaude.org. Ensemble Laude, directed by Elizabeth MacIsaac, is a Women‘s Community Choir dedicated to singing medieval, multi-cultural choral repertoire and Early Music (pre-1600). September 10th, 2:30pm St. George‘s Anglican Church, Cadboro Bay 3909 St. George's Lane Victoria Submitted by Carolyn Masson former GHC Tuesday Alto ********************** WRITING LIFE STORIES (Sep 10) A Half Day Writing Retreat with June Swadron

Writing your life stories is a deep and powerful process that acknowledges and honours your life‘s journey. This workshop is designed to assist you in remembering and embracing the stories that have shaped your life and brought meaning to it. This unique writing process allows you to make peace with the past so that you can rejoice in your life today! This is an excellent introduction to June‘s 8-week workshop Re-Write Your Life:

http://juneswadron.com/workshops/re-write-your-life/ Saturday, September 10, 2011 1:00 – 5pm Church of Truth By donation or exchange – please register Regular Price $75 Full Info

http://www.eventbrite.com/directory?q=NEW+DISCOVERIES%2C+NEW+BEGINNINGS&loc=Victoria&page=1 Submitted by June Swadron, former GHC member Alto ********************** Chronic pain? Read this! NEW DISCOVERIES, NEW BEGINNINGS (Sep 10) A Canadian Research and Education Forum This is an exciting time of new possibilities and new hope for many with chronic pain.... This gathering here in our area at this time is of particular interest for so many seeking understanding and choices with the circumstances influencing our daily quality of life. Poster:

http://www.gettinhigherchoir.ca/00-Posts/2011/0826/ncs.pdf Thank you Beverly Hickey paused but appreciative GHC Tuesday/Thursday Alto **********************

Grand Opening CLUB CALI - ¡VIVA LA SALSA! (Sep 10) After our opening, we will be open Saturdays, 8:00 pm . Whether you are a seasoned Salsa Dancer or a newcomer we will make sure you have a wonderful time with us. We will be playing mostly Salsa, and some Cha-cha-cha, Merengue, Bachata, Reggaeton and more. All ages are welcome, $10.00 cover charge. We will be teaching an introduction to Salsa and one other dance (partner not necessary) starting at 8:15. September 10, 8:00 pm #111 – 2750 Quadra Street (Dance Victoria) http://www.ClubCaliVictoria.com Submitted by: Carolyn Emo ********************** ANN MORTIFEE & PAUL HORN INVITE YOU TO A CELEBRATORY GROUND BREAKING EVENT (Sept 11) Much of my time over the last 9 years has been devoted to developing a conservation model and finally we are ready to share our vision in a broader way. On Sept. 11th, Paul and I would like to invite you to join us as we celebrate a momentous milestone in our journey. We are hosting a gathering at Elkington Forest, just north of Victoria, BC. Through our partnership with Living Forest Communities a second conservation community is about to be launched. Paul and I will be having a ground-breaking ceremony for the building of one of the first homes. Invitational video: http://vimeo.com/27739716 Please think about joining us. Elkington Forest, September 11, 2011 Beginning at 2:00 pm PST. Please RSVP to eskova@annmortifee.com For detailed information about the Elkington Forest development please visit ~ Gloria

Editor‘s Note For more information about the ―Trust for Sustainable Forestry,‖ ―Elkington Forest‖ & ―Living Forest Communities‖ please visit:

elkingtonforest.com & http://go.madmimi.com/redirects/6d9301fb894b75dd71bc3281ce449625?pa=4841061861

********************** EAT HERE NOW 2011 (Sept 11) Eat Here Now 2011 is a free, family-friendly festival featuring some of the best farmers, fishers, butchers, bakers, processors and restaurants in the region. To celebrate the craft of our food producers, there will be live music from local performers, farm animal viewing, a corn boil, a wild salmon roast and local restaurants demonstrating how they make the best use of regional produce and value-added food products. Date / Time: Sunday, Sept 11, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Location: Spirit (Centennial) Square Info: http://victoriapublicmarket.com/

Submitted by Linda Chan, High Noon Choir ********************** NEEDED: PROPHETS FOR AN ECOLOGICAL ERA (Sep 13 to Oct 4) Prophets challenge us to be subversives of the dominant culture which tends to be personally and culturally destructive. They point to a healthier way of living. In this series we will identify contemporary prophets, explore the challenges they offer while at the same time tap into the prophetic in each of us. With Bill Wilson PhD SJ Date: Tues. Sept 13 – Oct 4 Time: 10 am – 12 pm Cost: $75 or $20 drop in Location: Friend‘s Meeting House 1831 Fern St. Registration: earthliteracies@shaw.ca, 250-220-4601 Submitted by Gertie Jocksch Monday Soprano ********************** SACRED CIRCLE DANCING (Sep 13, 20 & 27 + Oct. 10 etc.) Join us in the circle dancing meaningful and heartfelt circle dances in the tradition of Findhorn. Each dance is taught, beginners always welcome. We meet at the Quaker Meeting House , 1831 Fern Street in Victoria from 7-9pm the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Tuesdays of every month. Submitted by Catherine Cardinal HNC Soprano ********************** TAIZE SERVICE (Sep 16) The first Taize service in this new season will be at St. Andrew‘s Cathedral on Blanshard at View St. Friday, September 16 from 6:00 to 7:00. For more singing, come 30 to 45 minutes earlier and ask where the singing practice is so you can join the small lead choir. Submitted Anne Forester, retired GHC soprano ********************** AN EVENING IN THE CIRCLE WITH THE SPIRIT GUIDES (Sept 16) Victoria psychic Jane Kennard is a clear channel for beings of spirit. She will be inviting the spirit guides to speak through her about our world today and how to live our lives in these times on Friday, September 16. Audience members will be welcome to ask the guides questions on any topic. Join us in the circle at 7:30 pm at the Church of Truth. Tickets are $30 in advance ($40 at the door). Advance tickets are available online or at Instinct Art & Gifts, 622 View Street. More information at www.circleswithincircles.com Submitted by Joanna Pettit, former Getting Higher Choir and High Noon Choir tenor

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KINOBE & THE AFRICAN SENSATION CONCERT (Sept. 17)

Not only will there be great music, including the South Park Children's Choir, but also booths to visit to learn about micro-lending (including Oikocredit), as well as Uganda and other global development projects.

McPherson Playhouse, #3 Centennial Square Saturday September 17

Silent auction: 6:30 p.m. Show time: 7:30 p.m.

Tickets $37; available via: the McPherson Box Office www.rmts.bc.ca 250-386-6121 or 1-888-717-6121

Poster:

http://www.gettinhigherchoir.ca/00-Posts/2011/0902/kinobe-poster.pdf Press Release:

http://www.gettinhigherchoir.ca/00-Posts/2011/0902/kinobe-press-release.pdf Community Involvement information

http://www.gettinhigherchoir.ca/00-Posts/2011/0902/kinobe-community.pdf Bios:

http://www.gettinhigherchoir.ca/00-Posts/2011/0902/kinobe-bios.pdf Our thanks to Penny Pattison GHC Tuesday Tenor and President, Oikocredit - Canada West for sending in this reminder. ~ Shivon, Denis, Gloria & Bill ********************** PLAYING FOR CHANGE DAY (Sep 17) Join the movement on September 17th. Play a Song. Build a School. Change the World. Our vision is to inspire a global community of musicians and fans on street corners, sidewalks, cafés, and concert halls for the 1st annual Playing For Change Day. Sign up and perform to help raise money to build schools, support music and arts programs, purchase instruments, and connect students around the world.

http://www.playingforchangeday.org/show-create

Or make a donation and help spread peace through the power of music.

http://www.playingforchangeday.org/give

More info

http://www.playingforchangeday.org/

Submitted by Betsy Sansby CCLT 4 - 2007/8 ********************** WRITE YOURSELF HOME (Sep 17) A One Day Writing Retreat with June Swadron By donation or exchange (Usual fee $125.00) You think you can‘t write? Well, You Can! You think your negative beliefs toward writing can‘t change in a few hours? Yes, They Can! You think transformation can‘t happen in a day? Yes, It Can! Come home to your heart through the joy of writing.

The sweet whisperings of your soul shall meet you on the page and something shifts. You strengthen. You begin to stand taller and one day you notice that your voice on the page has become your voice in the world. Saturday, September 17th, 9:30 a.m. – p.m. Church of Truth, 111 Superior Street Registration is required – register on-line at:

http://juneswadron.com/retreats/write-yourself-home Submitted by June Swadron, former GHC member Alto **********************

SACRED SINGING & CHANTING 2011 (Sep 18 & Oct 23+) With Jeannie Stevens and Paul Foster An afternoon of devotional singing, non denominational, non sectarian. This group is dedicated to joyful, easy going, soulful singing from spiritual traditions around the world. Bring your favorite chants and songs. Instruments & shakers are more than welcome. Dates:

Monthly Sunday Afternoons Sept. 18, Oct. 23, Nov. 20 & Dec. 18, etc.

Time: 1:00-3:00pm ~ Followed by tea ~

Location:

9819 Fifth Street, Sidney, BC (Above Theo’s Greek Restaurant & across from Fish on Fifth)

For Information:

Jeannie or Paul Foster (250) 656-8820 www.members.shaw.ca/theyogastudio

"Movement is what creates life. Stillness is what creates love. To be still and still moving …this is everything"

- Do Hyun Choe

Submitted by Jean Jordan Monday Alto

FALL EQUINOX CELEBRATION (Sep 21) Experience a transmogrifying celebration of the equinox You will be invited to tone/chant, read a line or two of magical poetry. It will be fun. Poems will be on tap for you to read or just listen to, and will range from the uplifting to the dark side and the many facets in between. Come join us – we‘re friendly. Everyone welcome to drop-in. Date / Time: Wednesday , Sept 21, 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Location: Church of Truth, 111 Superior Street Cost: Free or by donation Info: Linda at (250) 380-6383 or http://cotvictoria.ca

Submitted by Linda Chan, High Noon Choir ********************** HAMAKUA RETREATS WITH KINOBE (Sep 21-30) Set your soul free African Music Retreat for singers and instrumentalists ­ All Levels Welcome! Join Kinobe and his two brothers for 10 days on the Big island of Hawaii, Sept 21-30. 2011 http://www.hamakuaretreats.com 410-374-9059 Submitted by Denis Donnelly GHC & Soundings Director ********************** 8-WEEK AUTHORS SUPPORT GROUP (start Sep 23) with June Swadron and Esther Hart

Are you dreaming of becoming a published author, or even getting that second or third book published, and you feel like you just can‘t get to the finished product on your own? In this series, authors June Swadron and Esther Hart offer an opportunity to be mentored by them, heard by others and supported by the whole group to get you to the finish line.

―The Author‘s Support Group has been a very nurturing environment to hatch my fledgling play and…take the steps to learn to fly.‖ Amy Robertson

Afternoons starting Fri. Sept 23 or evenings starting Mon. Sept 19.

Details here: http://juneswadron.com/workshops/authors-support-group/

Submitted by June Swadron, Former GHC member Alto ********************** FAMILY DANCE (Sept. 24) Building community through dance.

―If you can talk you can sing, if you can walk you can dance!‖ Join us on Sept 24th with the Tradewells Family Band and dance caller Doug Paterson at the St. Mathias Church on the corner of Richmond and Richardson (in Fairfield). We play and call both Contra and Urban Barn Dance Styles Teaching session at 7:00 p.m. Dance starts 7:30 All dances are taught. No experience, or partner, is necessary. Come join the fun! Submitted by Doug Paterson CCLT5 - 2008/09 & former GHC Thursday Bass ********************** FORGETFULNESS AND DEPRESSION IN EARLY AND MIDSTAGE DEMENTIA (Sep 24) A call for relating in new ways!

Date: September 24, 2011 Time: 10 - 1 Place: Victoria BC (downtown office) Cost: $45. Students & special situations $30. Beneath the difficulties and grief of memory loss are: love, retirement, detachment, social activism, creative expression, spirituality, & more. ~ Growth is always happening ~ Flyer request ~ Inquiries ~ Registration - Referrals. All Welcome. Contact: Ann & Stan 250.383.5677 annstan@comacommunication.com http://www.comacommunication.com Submitted by: Ann Jacob & Stan Tomandl (former GHC Alto & Bass) ********************** SACRED WRITING CIRCLES (Sep 28) 8-Week Creative Writing Series with June Swadron

Do you like to write and play with words or are you standing on the sidelines wishing you could? Well you absolutely can! This workshop teaches you the art & joy of writing. You will break through writer‘s block, access the inner muse, bring your passion onto the page and share in a fun nurturing environment. ―Thank you for helping me silence my critic and to simply write. I am stronger because of you.‖ Rebecca Kennel, author of Victoria Bench by Bench Wednesday's, 6:30 – 9pm beginning Sept. 28 Special pricing. http://juneswadron.com/workshops/sacred-writing-circles/ Submitted by June Swadron, Former GHC member Alto ********************** INTRODUCTION TO YOUR QUANTUM MIND (Sep 28) Your Quantum Mind Program traces the journey from childhood to maturity, using hypnosis as an aid to meditation to further develop your brain and mind Learn abou: brain plasticity, the holographic nature of the universe, and the likelihood that our brains work according to the laws of quantum physics.We are not limited to what we perceive with our five physical senses Date / Time: Wednesday , Sept 28, 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Location: Church of Truth, 111 Superior Street Cost: Free or by donation Info: Linda at (250) 380-6383 or http://cotvictoria.ca Submitted by Linda Chan, High Noon Choir ********************** DANCES OF UNIVERSAL PEACE IN VICTORIA (Sep 30, Oct 28 etc.) The Dances combine love, joy, and sacred phrases from many spiritual traditions with simple folkdance movements - with the intention of creating peace where we are and peace throughout the planet, using whole body prayer. No experience necessary - we teach every dance each time. Suggested donation $7 - $10 Where: Church of Truth, 111 Superior St. When: 7:00 - 9:00 pm the Last Friday of each month For more info: http://www.o-my.info/ghc/nl/2011/0429/universal-peace.jpg

mailto:kjphoenix@dancingflowers.com

"May the Dances of Universal Peace inspire you to energize your own Dance of Life." Saadi Neil Douglas Klotz

Submitted by Khrystie Phoenix, Monday Alto ********************** TRAGER INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP: (Oct 1 to 2) Increase the power and effectiveness of your touch using the principles from the Trager Approach on and off the table, to gently, playfully, lightly, transform holding patterns in your body/mind, inviting feelings of softness, stability, relaxation, and emotional and mental resilience. Oct. 1 – 2, 2011, in Victoria, BC Pre-registration required. Cost: $295.00 before Sept. 16, 2011, $345.00 after. Accredited with NHPC, and 13 credits with CMTBC For more information click on:

http://audreymairi.com/workshops/introduction-to-mentastics/ or email:

audrey@audreymairi.com Submitted by Audrey Mairi, Thursday Alto ********************** RE-WRITE YOUR LIFE (Oct 6) 8-Week Transformational Writing Series with June Swadron

Bless and Release the Past—Acknowledge the Gifts in Every Life Story! Writing your life stories is a deep and powerful process that acknowledges and honours your life‘s journey. This workshop is designed allow you to make peace with the past so that you can rejoice in your life today! ―This course has given me the opportunity to revisit experiences of joy and pain and to eventually and gradually realize the deep sacred gift of each person and of each experience in my life.‖ Rosemary Anderson Thursday's, 6:30 – 9pm beginning Oct.6 Special pricing. http://juneswadron.com/workshops/re-write-your-life/ Submitted by June Swadron, Former GHC member Alto ********************** DEVELOPING THE LEADER IN ALL OF US: A PROCESS WORK PSYCHOLOGY SEMINAR. (Oct 21 to 23) An opportunity to honour that we all are leaders in our families, at work, in our religious congregations, in our volunteer activities. Learn group facilitation skills; creative ways to use conflict effectively; recognize and utilize rank, diversity and power; dreams and envisioning as a unifying power. This seminar is based on the work of Dr. Arnold Mindell. Our facilitators are family therapists, trainers and group facilitators who work in world hot conflict spots, particularly in the Middle East, to bring diverse groups together to explore peace, conflict and community building. Facilitators: Dr. Gary Reiss and Sage Emery See: flyer: http://www.gettinhigherchoir.ca/00-Posts/2011/0909/leader-seminar.pdf

October 21(eve) to early afternoon Oct. 23, 2011 Cost: $235 by Sept. 24th; $260 full Submitted by Doug Woodall, GHC ********************** “CREATING A NEW EARTH” (Oct 21-23) A weekend retreat at the beautiful Swanwick Centre in Metchosin, with opportunities for reflection, sharing and lovely nature walks: Eckhart Tolle shares his latest pointers, selected from Eckhart TV, on a new way of being and living. For more information: see www.swanwickcentre.ca Contact: programs@swanwickcentre.ca or 250-744-3354. Submitted by Ralph Tiller, HNC Bass

A reward of laughter for reading this far

SMILES!

Submitted by Audrey Glynn GHC Monday Alto

Try it, you‘ll like it!

http://www.gettinhigherchoir.ca/00-Posts/2011/0909/smiles.pdf

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