In the Community

The tide was at it’s only low of the day in the early hours of the morning when Pop, Barrie Ian Hermanson, passed at Sechelt Hospital, Sunday, November 24.

'From her early days as the self-appointed Town Fool of Victoria, her Dadaist years, her European tours, the Banana Olympics in Surrey, her Mail Art and production of Artist Stamp editions, Anna pursued a unique career as a serious clown. Anna drew attention through humour and art to the human condition and our connections with one another.'

The holiday season is here, bringing festive events and support services for people of all ages in our community.

'Tis the season of giving –– here are just some of the donations from local organizations shared with Coast Reporter

'My memories are so clear. The tears come. I am so lost without you. I will always love you.'

I am writing this week as the wind howls, it feels a little bit like I’m playing chicken with an impending power outage as my lights dim in and out.

Well here it is, my penultimate column. I love that word and if you are in need of a laugh go to YouTube watch Monty Python’s 'The Penultimate Supper.'

The 3rd Annual Winterfest is on Saturday, Dec. 21, 3 to 9 p.m. Live music: Joe and the Interstellar Riders, Net Shed Bar, local artisan vendors selling and Santa’s Workshop for the children. The bonfire will be lit at 4 p.m. Santa will arrive.

To support individuals in our communities, Salvation Army has just opened a new Personal Hygiene Program in Gibsons.