CUSTOM JAVASCRIPT / HTML
Feb 6 - 12, 2023
Greater Victoria Edition
Blue cows: Black, brown, and white cows may not attract much amount of attention, but what about a blue cow? Latvia is home to such a beast. These cows can be light or dark ultramarine in colour from a pigment that affects their fur. At birth, their coats are closer to beige, then later become blue. This cattle breed produces less milk than average, and was near extinction a few decades ago. However, a play called The Blue One, by Latvian Gunars Priede, drew attention to the plight of the blue cow in the 1970s. After organized attempts to save the breed, today these resilient animals can be found in the fields of Latvia.
Standing guard: Three cats in Victoria, British Columbia (Canada), decided to take control of an unopened blender box, with the blender still inside. Max, George, and Lando took turns sitting upon and guarding the box, while owners Jessica and Nikii began posting their pets’ antics on social media, garnering many amused responses. Obviously, the owners only needed to shoo the cats away, unpack the blender, and start making smoothies. But the standoff provided so much laughter that they let the cats have their way for a while. They even contacted the mixer’s manufacturer with the amusing story. The company sent three empty boxes so the owners could have their blender and the cats could keep playing with the containers.
Pineapple or not? Does pineapple belong on pizza? That is what Angelo Mercuri, chef, co-owner, and co-founder of Bàcaro Pizzeria in Montreal, Québec (Canada), wanted to find out. Including the tropical fruit on pizza is a contentious issue for many, so Mercuri devised a survey that drew 5,000 responses. Of all the respondents to the heavily publicized survey, 53 percent voted against pineapple on the Italian favourite, so for now, he took it off the menu of the chain of pizza restaurants. Bàcaro’s “Hawaii Five-0” pizza also had included bacon, ricotta, jalapeno peppers, and tomato sauce. Now the fruit has been banned from the chain for the foreseeable future.
Open trunk: Some petty thieves work by breaking into cars, rifling around in the console and the glove compartment, and stealing change or other valuables that the hapless owner may have left inside. If the car is locked, a thief might smash a window to get inside. This is happening more than usual in San Francisco, California (U.S.), so some vehicle owners have taken the situation into their own hands: they leave their cars unlocked with the trunks open, and they ensure there’s nothing worth stealing in the car. A line of driverless cars parked on the street with trunks open looks odd, and police advise against the practice.
“My father always used to say, ‘Don’t raise your voice.
Improve your argument.’” - Archbishop Desmond Tutu
“Don’t give up on your daydream! That little voice inside is
telling you how to live your life with intent and purpose.” - Dawn Gluskin
FREE listings for non-profit community events. Please email, 25 words or less, to: events@myCoffeeNews.ca (no attachments). Deadline Tuesdays noon.
Central Saanich Lawn Bowls Club: Meet new people, play cards, bowl indoor at Centennial Park, 1800 Hovey Rd., Saanichton. Become a Social Member (Jan-Apr 30) $35 fee plus drop-in fees. Questions? Email: csaanichlawnbowls@hotmail.com
Chinese New Year’s Celebration: Feb 1, 12pm - Feb 15, 3pm. Victoria’s Chinatown, 500 Fisgard St.. A whirlwind of colors, aromas and tastes, Chinatown is your gateway into the history of the Chinese-Canadians and a showcase of their culture.
Sooke Job & Volunteer Fair: Sat., Feb. 11, 10am-2pm at Edward Milne Community School, 6218 Sooke Road. Network with local employers. Paid & volunteer opportunities. Register ahead on Eventbrite for a chance to win a tablet! bit.ly/sook-job-fair
Say “I LOVE YOU” With a Song! For $60 a Barbershop Quartet from South Island Harmony will serenade your loved one with 2 songs, & a carnation & card from you. We will deliver on February 14 to a location of your choosing, anywhere from Sooke to Sidney! Book online at www.southislandharmony.com or call 250.595.2996.
Valentine Dance: Held at the White Eagle Hall, 90 Dock Street, in James Bay on February 18 starting at 6pm. Tickets only $10. Fantastic dance music by DJ Pawel. Coffee, tea & pastries included in the price. You also will be able to purchase warm meal for $10.
Blah Blah Blah! Comedy: Beat the winter blahs on Sat., Feb. 25, 8pm with comedienne Kirsten Van Ritzen as she presents funny folks from her Level 1 Comedy class. $15+ at Eventbrite.ca 19+. www.broadtheatrics.com Upstairs Lounge, Oak Bay Rec 1975 Bee St.
The Circle: A friendly support group for women with breast cancer seeking & sharing affordable, natural, holistic alternative therapies & practical & emotional support. Weekly gatherings, afternoons or evenings. No fees. Contact Toni at 250 415-2752, email tonigraeme@hotmail.com
Victoria Stroke Recovery need volunteers to help at Friday meetings at Knox Presbyterian Church, 2964 Richmond Rd. General help & a secretary required. Info: Zoe 250-857-4340.
Al-Anon/Alateen: We offer support for friends/family of alcoholics. Weekly meetings on Zoom or near you. Call or email for a schedule: 250-383-2040 or alanonvictoria@gmail.com
TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) meet at 3460 Shelbourne St., Thurs., 9:15am & again at 6:15pm. Call 250-361-7673 for more info.
Peninsula Newcomers Club welcoming women to the Peninsula since 1987. Membership inquiries: peninsulanewcomers@gmail.com or visit www.peninsulanewcomers.com
Gamblers Anonymous Meetings held Friday’s at 7pm at Emery Hall, 537 Glencairn Lane Colwood.
Find Your Voice & Learn to Speak with Confidence: Whether you have a presentation to make or just find overall communication a challenge, Toastmasters is the answer! Contact: info@d21toastmasters.org
1. The largest island of the Philippines is __________.
2. This Egyptian frog goddess represents fertility.
3. What refrigerant destroys the ozone layer?
4. The French horn is a woodwind instrument—T/F?
5. The word “cappuccino” originally referred to what brown item?
2. This Egyptian frog goddess represents fertility.
3. What refrigerant destroys the ozone layer?
4. The French horn is a woodwind instrument—T/F?
5. The word “cappuccino” originally referred to what brown item?
(see bottom for answers)
CUSTOM JAVASCRIPT / HTML
Have you reached a place in life where service to others is a consideration for you now? In this process, try to find an opportunity to align your service with your values. Lucky numbers: 3, 7, 12, 40, 42, 47.
Resist any temptation to get into a fight with someone you perceive as an obstacle to your plans. What might be a better way to meet this challenge that will avoid conflict? Lucky numbers: 6, 17, 25, 35, 37, 43.
You may find yourself busy and stressed now. Expressing yourself is important but try not to get into unnecessary ego conflicts with others. How are you contributing to the issue? Lucky numbers: 13, 14, 33, 34, 43, 45.
How do you define the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow? In pursuing it, just be sure your path is in alignment with what your heart wants. Lucky numbers: 1, 3, 6, 10, 21, 39.
Virgos are usually happiest when they feel grounded and things are running smoothly. The energy at the beginning of the week is supportive, so you may wish to proceed forward now. Lucky numbers: 10, 11, 13, 16, 24, 46.
Seek out the beauty that is all around you in the world. Perhaps take a museum trip? Use this energy to reinforce the natural grace, kindness, and empathy within yourself. Lucky numbers: 2, 15, 17, 33, 36, 41.
Are you feeling a bit paranoid about the thoughts and actions of those around you? Take a deep breath, wait a few days, and the feeling will most likely pass. Lucky numbers: 14, 20, 21, 28, 33, 35.
You may find yourself thinking now about what legacy you want to leave behind. Whatever you decide, be sure to incorporate your personal philosophy and belief system into your plans. Lucky numbers: 5, 14, 16, 19, 32, 36.
You may have been undergoing a long period of personal transformation, which often might have been confusing. At mid-week, you could receive some insights about the process. Look for them. Lucky numbers: 4, 15, 33, 39, 42, 44.
You may find that you need to make an adjustment now to your work style. Keep your Aquarius antenna alert for new information that could help you in this process. Lucky numbers: 7, 24, 29, 30, 36, 42.
You may be feeling that you are on information overload right now, and you would be correct. It may be best to wait a few days to assimilate it before acting. Lucky numbers: 12, 14, 18, 21, 33, 40.
Lucky numbers this week: This week’s odds favour Virgo winners with the luckiest number being 11.
Scottish saying: Most people have had the embarrassing experience of forgetting someone’s name when making introductions. Scottish people ease these awkward situations by saying, “Pardon my tartle!”
Maple leaf: The Canadian Flag has a red maple leaf in the middle, which is flanked by two vertical red rectangles. Designed by Canadian George Stanley, it became official in 1965.
Poetry time: To write an acrostic poem, just pick a word or name. Then use each letter of the word or name as the first letter of each line of the poem. The word can be any length and the poem does not have to rhyme.
Bad bread move: Don’t put a loaf of bread upside down on a table when dining in Italy. An Italian belief is that bread is a symbol of life, and therefore placing it upside down will bring bad luck.
Pesky stump: Tree stumps take years to rot on their own. To accelerate the process, drill holes in the stump and sprinkle Epsom salt on it. Keep the stump covered to protect from rain, and apply more salt every few weeks.
Start Your Own
Woodworking Business...
For answers visit www.Just4FunPuzzles.ca
Do you LOVE Coffee News? Consider buying us a virtual coffee. Thanks SO much!
Why did the student throw away his lunch? It was full of junk food.
Tom: “I got over it.”
Tom: “I used to have a terrible fear of hurdles.”
Tim: “What did you do?”Tom: “I got over it.”
I know a woman who used to be a train driver, but she got sidetracked.
Remember: Models of dragons are not to scale.
Knock! Knock! Who’s there? Bertha. Bertha who? Happy Bertha-day to you!
Trivia Answers:1. Luzon 2. Heqet 3. Freon 4. False 5. Capuchin monks’ clothing
PDF Versions of our Publication
(just like the ones you will find displayed in restaurants)
CUSTOM JAVASCRIPT / HTML
