Volunteer foster care program slated for the fall, for the pets of abused women seeking shelter

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SGC Admin: Women trapped in abusive relationships can get help, but it’s not easy to take the first step, this can be made more challenging if there are beloved pets in the home, this can sometimes deter a woman from making her “escape”… 

However, starting in the fall 2015 a new volunteer pet foster care program is slated to begin…. 

Volunteer’s are needed, and those who volunteer will need to go through a criminal background check, be open to home visits, provide references and sign off on the animal care guidelines… 

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer please contact: Ms. MacKinnon at: director_bethesda@rogers.com for more information. 

 

source: Whitby This Week: July 8 2015 edition Jennifer O’Meara jameara@durhamregion.com

 

David Suzuki Foundation: Home Grown Jamboree (08/22-23/2015) & Homegrown Pizza in the Park… (07/17/2015)

SGC Admin: From our inbox to you. David Suzuki Foundation Home Grown Jamboree and Homegrown pizza in the park events. 

Jamboree registration is now open and Pizza in the Park is this Friday (07/17/2015)

Click here to join the Homegrown Jamboree

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We are excited to announce that we will host our second annual overnight camp-out in the city, theHomegrown Jamboree, as part of the Homegrown National Park Project this summer.

In partnership with Fort York, on August 22-23, we’ll be inviting a limited number of families to join our Homegrown Park Rangers for a night of camping on the grounds of the national historic site, located in the heart of downtown Toronto. 

The cost for the Homegrown Jamboree is $30 per adult and $15 per child, including all meals, fun activities, s’mores by the campfire, ghost walks and more. Each family will need to provide their own tents and sleeping bags. Equipment can be rented, or better yet borrowed from campers in your networks. 

If your family is interested in participating in the Homegrown Jamboree, please register ASAP. Apply early and be sure to let us know why you think your troop of happy campers is keen to join us! Application closes on July 24.

Please Click Here to Sign Up… :)

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And this Friday will be our second Homegrown Pizza in the Park event of the season. We’ll once again have Pizzeria Libretto cooking slices, plus BBQ corn and watermelon.

If you want to make it a Pizza + Movie night, join us at the screening of “All the time in the world” at Bloor Cinema for 4 p.m. Use our discount code DSPIZZANIGHT for $9 tickets. Then join us at Christie Pits Park for pizza at 6 p.m! Show us your ticket and get a dollar off your pizza. 

Truly, 

Jode Roberts
Project Lead, Homegrown National Park Project
David Suzuki Foundation 
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The Moon & Astrology; how it affects our daily life: Transiting Moon In Leo July 2015

The Moon and Astrology

How it affects our daily lives… 

In astrology, the moon is connected to our emotions and reactions… how we are feeling on a given day may well be influenced by the sign that is visiting the moon… Each sign stays with the moon for up to 2.5 days…. :) 

The Moon Void-off-Course: 

There are times throughout the month when the moon is not fully immersed in any sign… this is when we say the moon is Void off Course… and when this occurs, we may feel “foggy” and “unfocused” … We may not be sure how we are truly feeling about a situation or a person…. Therefore it is not recommended that we make long-term commitments or important decision’s while the moon is Void off Course…. However there are 4 signs in the zodiac which may prove positive during the Void-off-Course moon… 

Good for Void-Off-Course Moon:

These v/c signs may prove to be quite productive times.

  • Cancer
  • Taurus
  • Sagittarius
  • Pisces…

Opportunity Periods  (thanks to astrologer Jim Shawvan):

There are other periods throughout the month that are known as opportunity periods, when it can prove to be a positive time for most people, however if you have challenging aspects happening within your own chart you may not be able to make use of opportunity periods. 

Thanks to Jim Shawvan present day astrologer, William Lilly 17th century astrologer and Llewellyn’s Daily Planetary Guide for opportunity periods.

Present Moon Sign/Phase/House:

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  • Date: July 16 to July 18 2015
  • Moon Sign: Leo 10:15 am (ET) 7:15 am (PT) 
  • Moon Phase: 1st
  • Void-off-Course: July 18 5:41 pm (ET) 4:41 (PT) to 8:47 pm (ET) 5:47 (PT). Leo Moon v/c is not one of the 4 “good signs”
  • House(s): 10th & 11th: 10th house of responsibility, career, social standing. 11 th house of friends, groups, team and humanitarian work.
  • Opportunity Period: None

What does it all mean?

  • The Leo Moon Loves Drama, so be warned… 
  • The Leo Moon loves to noticed and recognized, so be prepared to “pump up” your loved ones and if you happened to have a Leo influence in yourself, be aware of how you may be going about getting recognized or appreciated… If you play your cards right this could be a positive time when you get to be where you need to be.
  • Try not to be overly “vain” and be prepared for drama at any-time from any direction
  • Try not to over react and if it’s not you doing the over reacting, try not to get caught up in the drama, or to encourage the over reactor
  • It’s a good time to check out the local talent, take in a down town show, get starry-eyed with your lover, or perhaps look for a new one, as romance is high on the priority ladder during this time. 
  • Might prove positive for hair cuts, make overs. 
  • In the 10th house: For some of us focus will be on our jobs and career’s, and this may be a positive time for folk who are looking for work, so stay open to possibilities and watch for opportunities. Behave while in social/business situations. Those who have families may need to keep their work at work, when it comes to family time. 
  • In the 11th house. Joining in with group or team work can feel totally natural now, even to those of us who are more of the solitary types. Charity fund raiser and events can appeal to the general public, making this a good time to set up such events. 
  • This moon period will affect everyone, but more so those who have the following in their charts: And those who have a strong Capricorn or Aquarius placement in their charts. 
    • Moon in Leo:
    • Sun in Leo:  
    • Moon in Aquarius
    • Sun in Aquarius
    • Moon in the 10th house
    • Moon in the 11th house
    • Moon in the 5th house 
    • Aspects to the moon, sun or Uranus

     

copyright: Greta McKenzie Astrology, 06/03/2015

DailyOm with Madisyn Taylor on Emotional Attacks, Choosing Not To Be a Target

SGC Admin: From our inbox to you: DailyOm on Emotional Attacks, Choosing Not To Be a Target…. 

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July 13, 2015
Emotional Attacks
Choosing Not To Be A Target

by Madisyn Taylor

You cannot control other people’s emotions, but you can control your own.
Hurtful confrontations often leave us feeling drained and confused. When someone attacks us emotionally, we may wonder what we did to rouse their anger, and we take their actions personally. We may ask ourselves what we could have done to compel them to behave or speak that way toward us.

It’s important to remember that there are no real targets in an emotional attack and that it is usually a way for the attacker to redirect their uncomfortable feelings away from themselves. When people are overcome by strong emotions, like hurt or anguish, they may see themselves as victims and lash out at others as a means of protection or to make themselves feel better.

You may be able to shield yourself from an emotional attack by not taking the behavior personally. First, however, it is good to cultivate a state of detachment that can provide you with some protection from the person who is attacking you. This will allow you to feel compassion for this person and remember that their behavior isn’t as much about you as it is about their need to vent their emotions.

If you have difficulty remaining unaffected by someone’s behavior, take a moment to breathe deeply and remind yourself that you didn’t do anything wrong, and you aren’t responsible for people’s feelings. If you can see that this person is indirectly expressing a need to you—whether they are reaching out for help or wanting to be heard—you may be able to diffuse the attack by getting them to talk about what is really bothering them.

You cannot control other people’s emotions, but you can control your own. If you sense yourself responding to their negativity, try not to let yourself. Keep your heart open to them, and they may let go of their defensiveness and yield to your compassion and openness.

Lisa Smith’s Powerhaus Live @ Big Daddy’s Rock & Roll Emporium July 17 2015

 

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  • Event: Live Music with Lisa Smith’s Powerhaus
  • Location: Big Daddy’s Restaurant & Bar: 446 Davis Dr, Newmarket, L3Y P2P
  • Date: July 17 2015
  • Time: 9:30 pm to 1:30 am (07/18)
  • What’s it all about: Fun with Lisa Smith, Chuck Page, Peter Greco and Tim Langan, performing music from their 2 critically acclaimed, internationally released CD’s, (Maze Of Souls and 612) along with some interpretations of some classic Rock, Hard Rock and Pop tunes.
  • Cover Charge: NONE
  • Facebook Page: YES