Gym in Sooke – The Fresh Fitness Company

Perhaps a little late for a New Year’s resolution, but it’s never too late to begin to change your lifestyle to achieve greater health and fitness. Have you joined other fitness facilities with good intentions to keep up a regular workout, and then fallen off the wagon into a rut? Do you dread going toContinue reading “Gym in Sooke – The Fresh Fitness Company”

Garbage and Recycling Collection in Sooke

Part of moving to a new community is learning the little things about your new surroundings. When I moved to Sooke from the Vancouver area 3 and a half years ago, I found myself putting out my garbage can on the curb whenever I saw my neighbours doing so. I’d come home from the officeContinue reading “Garbage and Recycling Collection in Sooke”

Sooke Coast Guard Auxiliary Training Facility Burglarized

TWICE. As I was trying to sort out a ride to the Coast Guard Auxiliary Unit 37 – Sooke Christmas party on Saturday night, I found out that our building on MacMillan Road down Whiffen Spit had been broken into some time between Wednesday, December 17th and Saturday the 20th. I drove down to helpContinue reading “Sooke Coast Guard Auxiliary Training Facility Burglarized”

Santa is Adventurous in Sooke: Santa SWIM this Saturday!

I just found out about this via the Kids In Victoria forums, so details are a little sparse. This Saturday, December 20th, 2008 you can swim with Scuba Santa at the SEAPARC recreation complex in Sooke from 1 until 3. There will be games to play and prizes to be won. I had no ideaContinue reading “Santa is Adventurous in Sooke: Santa SWIM this Saturday!”

Sooke Santa Skate Postponed – Now On Dec 21, 2008

Much to my surprise, I arrived at the SEAPARC arena yesterday to set up for the Sooke Santa Skate and no one else from the office was there. Apparently, the arena had trouble getting staff there because of the snow on Saturday night and Santa had difficulty getting there too. So, the skate is nowContinue reading “Sooke Santa Skate Postponed – Now On Dec 21, 2008”

Friday Morning Link Fest – Christmas, Etc. Edition

That’s right, folks, it’s a link fest. I don’t think I’ve ever actually done one, and I’m not sure why. I read lots of stuff online and I really should share more with you. HMCS Rudolph: The 21st annual navy lighting contest gets underway tonight at CFB Esquimalt. Protecteur, Winnipeg and Algonquin will be partContinue reading “Friday Morning Link Fest – Christmas, Etc. Edition”

Victoria-area Christmas Activities: Sooke Santa Skate

The Sooke Branch of Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty and SEAPARC are proud to once again be hosting the Sooke Santa Skate, which takes place this Sunday, December 14th, 21st (changed date), 2008 from 2:00-3:30 at the SEAPARC Leisure Complex. The event is free by donation of a non-perishible food item, toy, or cash toContinue reading “Victoria-area Christmas Activities: Sooke Santa Skate”

Sooke Parks and Trails Master Plan Open House Nov 26th

One of the best things about moving to Sooke is the excellent system of parks and trails our district enjoys. From Ed MacGregor Park and the waterfront boardwalk to the Galloping Goose Trail, there’s always something to do in some beautiful park in Sooke. Today when I went to grab the best cappuccino on theContinue reading “Sooke Parks and Trails Master Plan Open House Nov 26th”

Just Saying Hi On My Way To Westshore MLS Tour [VIDEO]

It’s been a while since I was on video! I went to the West Shore MLS tour in Colwood and Langford today and just thought I’d say hi to you through the video. I had one of my listings on the tour this week and got to see 10 other really nice places in LangfordContinue reading “Just Saying Hi On My Way To Westshore MLS Tour [VIDEO]”

Sooke Events: Sooke Traditional Christmas Fine Arts and Crafts Exhibition 2008

Only in a small, friendly community like Sooke would you find such a unique offering for a Christmas craft fair. Held every year at a private residence, this outstanding exhibition takes over the entire house for three great days of unique shopping opportunities. With (at latest count) 42 different artists and crafters represented, there areContinue reading “Sooke Events: Sooke Traditional Christmas Fine Arts and Crafts Exhibition 2008”