Tonight's full moon, (the full moon that follows the autumn equinox) is called, according to the Farmers Almanac, the "Hunter's Moon", or Blood Moon or Sanguine Moon. Chinese lore also describes this moon as the Kindly Moon, reports the Fairbanks Museum and Planetarium, and the Lakota Sioux called it the Moon When Quilling and Beading Were … Continue reading Seasonal Observations: The Hunter’s Moon
Today is the last day to nominate a Wellness Champion for a Winds of Change Recognition Award... The award is to recognize people or organizations who contribute to our communities in ways that promote healthy lifestyle options, model healthy, supportive relationships, or build bridges between our cultures and communities. It is not a technical criteria … Continue reading Last day to nominate a Wellness Champion!
I took my 7 month old baby to Ontario to meet his grandparents and three great-grandparents for Thanksgiving, so I've been thinking a bit about gratitude these past few days... and wondering, what if we repeated the act of giving thanks every day after the turkey hangover has worn off?
Retired teacher and educational consultant, Pamela Proctor, is the author of 'Honouring the Child: Changing ways of teaching.' She has met with teachers and parents in over 30 communities across BC, sharing her insights about child-centred learning for young children and the need for a change in our education system. She will be giving a … Continue reading Event: Pamela Proctor, Author Visit at the Library
Register now for a one-day Aboriginal Business Workshop that will cover topics including financial literacy, procurement, financial support and credit management.
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Happy International Day of the Girl. By popular demand, after a sell-out screening of the film Girl Rising, the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre is hosting a second screening on Wednesday, October 23, from 6:30 - 9pm. Tickets are $10, with proceeds going to the Girl Rising Fund, and can be purchased online here: http://www.girlrisingwhistler.eventbrite.com Girl … Continue reading Event: #GirlRising Screening at the SLCC
Favourite things about fall? How about potatoes, carrots, onions, apples, pears, squash and garlic? Tonight is your last chance to stock up from local farmers on winter produce, enjoy some treats and Hug a Farmer.
In this interview with Winds of Change Steering Committee Chair, Sheldon Tetreault, at Choose Pemberton, we find out why the Winds of Change, originally a Drug and Alcohol Task Force, has focussed on Wellness, and why we want you to nominate the inspiring people in your life who exemplify the Spirit of the Winds of … Continue reading The Wellness Awards: Why Bother?
