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A twist in the yarn of life

A twist in the yarn of life

Over the years my Mom has industriously knit herself, family and friends everything from socks to hats, ponchos, sweaters and everything in between. If you can knit it, Mom will.

Think about next spring: order daffodils!

Yes folks, even though summer has only just arrived it is time to think about your next spring’s bulbs. The Garden Club is offering great deals on a number of different daffodil bulbs. Place your orders with Barbara Adams at: badams@vip.

Perimenopause: have your questions answered

Are you wondering what’s happening when the littlest of things that used to roll off your back now reduces you to tears? What happened to one period a month? Why aren’t tampons working anymore? Is hormone replacement therapy for me? Will it reduce my

On the calendar

Saturday July 8 3rd annual Bowen Island Loggers Show takes place Sat. July 8 at Veteran’s Park. Events get underway at 8am and go until 6pm.
Come party at our AGM!

Come party at our AGM!

Here is the long anticipated announcement of our special events, guided tours, as well as our guest of honor and the entertainment for the Opening reception right after the AGM on Sunday the 25th of June, from 2-5pm. 2:15 Bob Doucet.
Who do YOU think are the islanders who make a difference?

Who do YOU think are the islanders who make a difference?

Make your suggestion for the Citizen of the Year by July 15

News from the Nook

Most of you recycling regulars have noticed that the official closing time of BIRD has been nudged up to 2:20 to adjust to the high number of folks arriving at 2:29, inevitably leading to staff and volunteers having to regularly stay well beyond clos
After the Steamships: Another Golden Age in Davies Orchard

After the Steamships: Another Golden Age in Davies Orchard

As a newcomer to Bowen Island, a lover of history and someone interested in community issues, I am rapidly becoming familiar with Davies Orchard and the discussions surrounding the fate of the historic cottages there.
Lure of Orchard Cottages bloomed into a life on Bowen

Lure of Orchard Cottages bloomed into a life on Bowen

In the second installment of this story, Hans and his wife Marianne encountered a Bowen Island littered with No Trespassing signs, but in 1971, a friend encouraged Hans to return and brought him to the new development at Bowen Bay, this is where this
Rory Holland wants you to put your money where your mouth is

Rory Holland wants you to put your money where your mouth is

Rory Holland doesn’t consider himself a ‘foodie’ but says food has always been a quiet, persistent influence in his life.