On April 9th, 2009 we hosted our 2nd Breast Cancer Fundraiser. What a fabulously fun night.
The Roxy Theatre on Gabriola was the perfect venue to create a night to remember – the movie “Sex And The City” inspired the ticket buyers to turn out in their sexiest outfits that would make Carrie, Miranda, Charlotte and Samantha jealous.
The food was awesome – Sushi donated by Blue Ginger and Chocolate and Strawberries donated by Village Foods. Another round of applause to the Surf Lodge & The Village Liquor Store for their huge donation to the making of the drink of the night - “The Sex in the City Cosmopolitan” and in case you didn’t come and would like to sample one, here’s the recipe:
4 parts your favorite Vodka
2 parts Triple Sec
2 parts Cranberry juice
1 part Lime – Fresh squeezed if possible
A handful of dried Cranberries
Cosmo rimming mix or sugar ice
Rim the glass with the lime and dip in your sugar or rimming mix. Chill the glass in the freezer. Pour the lime juice, cranberry juice, Triple Sec and Vodka into a martini shaker filled with ice and shake well, then pour into your chilled martini glass, garnish with a slice of lime and toss in a few dried cranberries and you’re ready to have a little “Sex in the City” of your own. (Recipe Courtesy of www.PopArtDiva.com).
If you missed out on the first 2 functions, you will have a chance to come to our third. And remember “It’s All About The Boobs” and Working Together To Make A Difference.
If you have an idea for a fun fundraiser function – let us know.
We have all been hearing a lot about environmental concerns and economics have certainly been taking a front seat in most discussions these days. Earth Day Canada has pursued the mission to improve the environment since 1990. Canadians have taken a positive action by promoting environmental awareness of ecological issues in all sectors, including Real Estate.
As Realtors, we are taking a high priority approach in passing out information to homeowners how “the green factor” could save money by turning their homes into efficient healthy housing. Both Buyers and Sellers will benefit using home energy conservation to reduce their cost of home ownership.
Did you know there is an “Ecoenergy” program to retrofit your home and qualify for a Grant? On Gabriola you can call a Certified/Licensed Energy Advisor, Jeff Molloy, to book an Energy Efficiency Evaluation. Mr. Molloy’s licensing is through Natural Resources Canada. Call Jeff Molloy – 250 247 0265 or email: jeff@molloy.ca for more information.
There are many “Energy Star” products that qualify to make improvements to your home. These registered trademark products include heating system, ventilation system, cooling system, domestic hot water system, attic insulation, exterior wall insulation, basement or crawl space insulation, air sealing, doors/windows/skylights and water conservation.
Canadian Mortgage and Housing has information regarding Healthy Housing and recommend low emission materials and products that minimize the use of products/materials with high levels of volatile (VOCs) compounds, energy efficient rated appliances /lighting, air barrier sealing systems, low water use plumbing fixtures/ appliances and outdoor landscape fertilization/shading/water saving/pest resistance and more. Many of the healthy materials and products are competitively priced and have long term benefits to your family and our environment. Visit www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca for more information.
Be Aware, Be Smart and GO GREEN!!
