Riverview Stop of Library Tour of Don Messer:The Man behind the Music

Author Johanna Bertin enjoys writing about Canadians, and in particular, those who have not received the credit & recognition they deserve. She visited the Riverview Public Library on a snowy afternoon where she read from her latest book (this is her sixth) Don Messer: The Man Behind the Music & she also graciously signed those being purchased. Some interesting facts came to light about Don Messer – did you know, for instance, he was only 5’6” & that he got his business smarts from working his way up with Woolworth’s? Ivan & Vivian Hicks provided an enjoyable musical prelude that launched the beginning of a very interesting afternoon.

Courtesy: Moncton SNAP

Christmas Craft Sale at the DECH

Every year the Doctor Everett Chalmers Hospital puts on a craft sale. The quality of the items is exceptional and ranges from jewellery to fudge, books to carvings, clothing to Christmas decorations. I was there with my six books and had a wonderful day.

Drumming for Women

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CBC Radio Noon Newsmaker of the Year 2010 Nominations

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The Island Championships, Vancouver Island that is...

Oak Bay Bicycles continues to make it's mark on the cycling scene on Vancouver Island.

Don Messer: The Man Behind the Music Library Tour

It was a treat to have Ivan and Vivian Hicks play at the Riverview stop of the Don Messer: The Man Behind the Music". A good crowd and a wonderful new library.

National Cyclocross Toronto 2010

Catharine and her husband Keith Wilson both competed at the National Cyclocross Championships in Toronto in November.