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Hungry Eye – October 24, 2012 • 1

OCTOBER 24, 2012

EVENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS

“PUMPKINS!”

Image by Rodney Dawson

LOCAL PEACEFUL DEMONSTRATION to stop Enbridge Pipeline on Wednesday, October 24 at noon at Claire Trevena’s Office – 908 Island Highway, Campbell River. Take the 11am ferry and walk to Claire Trevena’s office.

THIS WEEKEND AT Q.C.C. (Oct 26-28) FRIDAY 7:45 Frida Flicks present, “Mr. Lazar”; SATURDAY 8:00 a.m.-10 p.m. Quilters’ Marathon; SUNDAY 8:00-5:00 Quilters’ Marathon 9:00 Power Flow Yoga with Lunabelle; 6:00 Pantomime Rehearsal

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26: Halloween is so much fun at the HBI! Costumes, dancing, funny, exuberant with really great prizes too! Duffy Live will keep the beat for non stop dancing. Herons 9pm - $10. HBI Pub will close for this event.

CASTLE PRINTING printed this edition of the Hungry Eye.

FLU CLINIC THIS FRIDAY. The best way to protect yourself and your family from the flu this season is to get immunized. Friday, October 26, 10:30am - 12pm at Qudra Community Centre. Find out if you are eligible for a FREE flu shot at www.viha.ca/flu or call 250-850-2120. Don’t forget your Care Card!

IT’S A HALLOWEEN PARTY at THE LANDING PUB. Friday, October 26 feature band The Blue Kats. No cover charge -- $4.50 pints -- $4.95 Wings. Prize for best Costume. Let’s rock on until 1am. NO BAD DAYS!

TSA-KWA-LUTEN IS OPEN DAILY for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Main lodge accommodation until October 27. Prime Rib Wednesdays, Kids Eat FREE Thursdays (some restrictions), Seafood dinner with Thievin Brothers on Fridays. Cottages and RV Park year round. Reservations 285-2042.

TWO FOR ONE APPETIZERS In the Grand Hall lounge at Tsa-Kwa-Luten available from 3pm to 5pm October 8 to October 27, 2012. Buy one appetizer and receive the second or lower priced appetizer FREE!!!!

EVERY AUTUMN the Quilters’ Guild creates dozens of comfort quilts for the Quadra Island community and for patients from the Oncology Unit of Children’s Hospital. This year’s Marathon is scheduled for October 27/28 at the Quadra Community Centre. Come anytime to see the process. We gratefully accept help from people wishing to become involved. We can use pressers, cutters, sewers or general helpers. Volunteers can enjoy a hot lunch on either day. Call Terry Phillips: 285-3040.

FIREWORKS ON BLENKIN FIELD October 31 at 8:30pm. Please donate at: Quadra Recreation Society Box 10, Q.Cove. Phone 285-3243 for more info.

NEXT WEEK AT Q.C.C. (Oct 29-November 2) MONDAY 8:30 Low Impact; 10:00 Parent & Tots (new time); 10:00 Yoga with Josephine; 3:00 Sing for Pure Joy cancelled today; 4:00 Chess; 5:00 Karate; 6:00 Weight Watchers; 7:00 Photography Club; TUESDAY 9:00 Yoga with Brenda; 10:00 Spinners & Knitters; 10:35 Nia; 3:00 Climbing Wall for Kids (ages 8-12); 5:00 Yoga with Brenda; 5:10 Zumba Gold; 6:20 Zumba; 7:30 Folk Dancing; WEDNESDAY 9:30 Yoga with Carol; 11:00 Moms & Babes; Noon Community Kitchen; 1:00 Tai Chi; 8:30 Halloween Fireworks on Blenkin Field; THURSDAY 9:00 Body Sculpt; 9:00 Yoga with Brenda; 10:00 Parent and Tots; 5:00 Yoga with Megan; 5:00 Karate; 6:30 Singers; 6:30 Belly Dancing; 7:00 Photo Class; FRIDAY 8:30 Low Impact; 8:00 p.m. Cultural Committee presents, “Lorne Elliott”

TWO ALL-GIRL BANDS from Victoria back by popular demand! Friday, November 2: Sweet Lowdown; fiddle, guitars, voices, bluegrass, oldtime-newtime … November 9: Curl; sweet and raunchy blues band from Victoria. HBI Pub. 9pm

CANADIAN MUSICAL HUMORIST and storyteller Lorne Elliott brings “The Upside of the Downturn” to Quadra Community Centre on Friday, November 2 at 8pm. Advance tickets $17 ($20 at door) available at Hummingbird, Works of H’Art and Music Plant.

QUADRA’S NEW MUSHROOM CLUB meets Tuesday, November 6 at 7pm in Quadra Community Centre’s Green Room. Members and any fungi-fans are invited to plan forays, events and share interests, skills. Mushroom snacks too! Information: Maureen at 285-2221.

SMOKEY’S RAINY DAY BIKE SALE. When the going gets wet, the bikers get serious. Come and see a good selection of winter-ready new and used bikes. Still no HST. 285-2447

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THE HUNGRY EYE is published each week by THE HUNGRY EYE (Michelle Simms van Orden), printed on Quadra Island by Castle Printing & distributed free to Quadra mailboxes Wednesdays. The deadline for ad submission is 6 PM MONDAY for Wednesday’s publication. Also available online: www.thehungryeye.ca.

FOR CLASSIFIED ADS: Submit your ad online (www.thehungryeye.ca) or pre-pay at the Petro-Can Station (Village Square) 7 days a week! Classified ad pricing: up to 40 words $6.25 + hst ($7.00 total); 41-80 words $15.17 + hst ($17.00 total). Max. 80 words for classified ads. Please count your words. Contact Michelle Simms van Orden at 587-987-5358 about display ads or inserts which are not processed through the gas station. Please do not leave display ads/inserts/or their payments at the gas station.The Hungry Eye reserves the right to refuse advertising. More ads than space? Time-sensitive ads take priority when space is tight.WITHOUT PREJUDICE. No responsibility is undertaken for any errors or omissions.

IN THE COVE

EVENTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS CONTINUED LOST & FOUND

GARAGE SALES

BUY/SELL/TRADE

VET CLINIC ON QUADRA – Tuesday, November 6. For an appointment, call Kelly at 285-2176.

NOW SHOWING @ THE DIG: “Re-Surface” featuring the art of Lyn Farquharson, John Schevers and William Van Orden. Discovery Islands Gallery is in the Cove Centre above the bookstore. Open Tuesday - Saturday from 11am - 3pm.

STRANDED HAIR DESIGN – Brandi will be away on vacation from November 10 to 24. It’s time to start booking ahead for your holiday season appointments. Available Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays – Call 285-2055.

LEGION REMEMBRANCE DAY Service Everyone welcome November 11, must be seated by 10:45am sharp. The Ladies Auxiliary hosting a luncheon following the service. Initiations 4:30pm, evening social 5pm, dinner for members and spouse/guest 6pm. RSVP to Gillian or Mark Green 285-3739

LEGION CHRISTMAS CRAFT & Bake Sale – Saturday, December 1 at 10am. Table rentals are $10. Call Marilyn 285-3354 or Barbara 285-3714. Come and get your baking for Christmas. Check out the new renovations Check out local crafts.

“RETURN TO WASILIKA is better than a basket of nuts!” That’s what Baylon the chipmunk chittered after finishing Quadra author Michael Redican’s recently released fantasy novel. Pick up your copy at Book Bonanza. (Recommended for children from eight to ninety-eight.)

OCTOBER - NOVEMBER HBI Pub Specials: Mondays wings with choice of sauces $6.95 … Tuesdays; Steak and mushroom sandwich with choice of side $14.95 … Wednesdays; Global Curry Dish $12.95 … Thursdays; Chinese Platter $13.95. Available after 5pm in the Pub.

PEREGRIN’S BOOK TASTING – Peregrin’s Escape is a robust anthology with an earthy, unpretentious bouquet. It’s a clever mix of poetry and prose with a soupcon of illustration. Broad enough for the neophyte, but sophisticated enough for the most demanding palate.

CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS at TSA-KWA-LUTEN LODGE Our Grand Hall offers terrific ambiance for social gatherings. Our Christmas menus are available and we would be happy to host your group (minimum 20 people). For more information or reservations, please call 285-2042.

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

Classified ads can still be submitted at the gas station, but exact change is required. 1–40 words $6.25 + hst ($7.00 total); 41–80 words $15.17 + hst ($17.00 total).

THE EYE’S “Island People & Places” isn’t just for kids. Use it for special birthdays, anniversaries, births, marriages, new business start-ups, etc. No charge! Send your submissions ideas and photos to [email protected]

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

TAHOE STAR EDITION 32’ x 8’ tri-axel trailer – two identical units – fully furnished – fridge, microwave, heat, a/c, TV, ac power – used for movie productions. $3900. Call 285-2099.

KITCHENAID WASHER AND DRYER in good condition - $199 OBO. Computer desk in good condition - $70 OBO. Call 285-3455.

GET YOUR STUFF GONE! Advertise your garage/yard/moving sale in the Hungry Eye and you’ve put a personal invitation in every mailbox on Quadra Island. Is there a better deal for $7? Submit online or at Quadra General Store.

ALL FOUND ITEMS RUN FREE (once only/40 words or less) in the Hungry Eye. If you find a pet or other item, please try to locate its owner – your kindness won’t cost a dime. Deadline: before 6 pm Mondays at the gas station or email ([email protected]) No items by phone, please.

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Heart & Soul Home CareSarah Gregg Granger, RN Foot Care Nurse

basic nursing services blood sample collection therapeutic touch

foot care respite personal care

250-204-RN4U (7648)

CLASSES / WORKSHOPS

SERVICES

Chris Phillips285-3040

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

Tandem Hooklift Dump Truck

Complete Construction ServicesSite Preparation to Design & Building

285-3982

Hungry Eye TriviaWhat substance trapped in maple leaves turns a red color in response to cooler temperatures and shorter days?

Excavating, Trucking, Rock, Sand, Crush, and Gravel.

REAL ESTATE/RENTALS

KIDS TIME at Quadra Island United Church on Sundays at 11am – Stories, song, craft and fun every week by youth leader Wanita Evely. Call 285-3163 for more information.

FALL YOGA CLASSES with Brenda Dempsey at QCC Room 3 for everyone – beginners to intermediate. Ongoing Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 to 10:30am and 5 to 6:30pm. Drop in $12 and $10 ongoing. Contact: 285-3054 or [email protected]

QI PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB welcomes photographers of all ages and experience levels. Enjoy a positive, fr iendly environment in viewing, discussing photography while sharing knowledge. Last Monday of the month – October 29 at Community Centre. Call Don at 285-2142 or visit http://www.pbase.com/qipc

U OF Q: October 24; Overcome your fear of flying and enjoy the ride with Michael Lynch. October 31; Spectres from Quadra? HBI Ghost stories with story teller Paul Mortimer (standing in for Jeanette Taylor). HBI Pub. One hour class Wednesdays. 7pm

WINTER YOGA In the Bayview Room at the Heriot Bay Inn. Thursdays, 9:30am - 10:45am. Beginning November 8 until December 20. A 7-week series of mixed hatha and flow yoga. $12 drop in /$70 for series. Yoga Instructor: Marnie Chonka. 250-202-7322 or www.islandshiatsu.com

KOSMIC KAFETERIA Creative Catering and Culinary Services. Booking now for Christmas. Staff or private home parties. We’re cooking! Call 285-2171.

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

AVAILABLE DECEMBER 1. Top floor of 2-storey view home on lower Quadra Loop. Two-bedroom, ground level entrance; well maintained, custom kitchen, wood details throughout, w/d. Electric heat. No smoking, adult oriented. $800/month plus utilities. References required. Kathie 285-3056 or [email protected]

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

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

GOT ACHES, NEED TO REALIGN, take a load of stress off of your joints and mind? Have a gentle relaxation or therapeutic massage (myofascial release, lymph drainage, hot/cold stones), breathing and remedial exercises. Flexible hours – Leslie MacGregor RMT 285-2054.

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

Falling down is how we grow. Staying down is how we die. —Brian Vaszily“Glucose

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