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A book for 2019: Braiding Sweetgrass

A book for 2019: Braiding Sweetgrass

This book is a gift. It was given to me by Jackie Bradley, whom I met through the Bowen in Transition Offering Circle. I made an offer, she accepted, and soon we found ourselves in beautiful cycle of reciprocity without a hint of obligation.
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Wanted: great ideas for the Community Foundation's latest round of grants

Wanted: great ideas for the Community Foundation's latest round of grants

Applying is very easy. You need two things: 1. A (maximum) 500 word summary of your idea. 2. A partnership with an on-island charity.
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What happens when the Bowen ferry doesn't run?

What happens when the Bowen ferry doesn't run?

A note from your emergency program coordinator.
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From the archives: January

From the archives: January

What was happening on Bowen 10, 25, 40 years ago?
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Bowen Island Health Centre: answering some key questions

Bowen Island Health Centre: answering some key questions

The health centre foundation has a busy year planned ahead.
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New student handbook from Bowen author revisits math fundamentals

New student handbook from Bowen author revisits math fundamentals

Experienced teacher, tutor and now author Laurie Beesting answers some of the Undercurrent's questions.
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For one night only: Jacob Two Two returns to the screen in memory of its star

For one night only: Jacob Two Two returns to the screen in memory of its star

The Bowen film was a smash-hit in 2005.
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From behind the camera: hear about the orcas of Howe Sound from filmmaker Bob Turner

From behind the camera: hear about the orcas of Howe Sound from filmmaker Bob Turner

Turner will be speaking at BICS, Jan. 12 at 1 p.m.
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Ditch the scotch tape and wrapping paper - here are some alternatives

Ditch the scotch tape and wrapping paper - here are some alternatives

This Christmas, think out-of-the-box when you are wrapping your gifts.
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Writer, poet and teacher Don Erickson dies

Writer, poet and teacher Don Erickson dies

Beloved husband, partner, father and grandfather, Oscar Donald Erickson passed gently on December 6, in his bed surrounded by loving family. He was 90 years old.
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