Life

Focus is on fun, family and fitness in annual road-race tradition

When you come out with your first book, it helps to have a rockabilly singer in the family.

The Private Journal of Captain G.H. Richards Edited by Linda Dorricott and Deidre Cullon Ronsdale, 270 pp., $21.95 Capt.

Today we officially wrapped up with Times Colonist 2012 Health Club challenge. My fellow contestants have become a permanent part of my life. The growth that I feel within myself and see within my fellow health clubers is remarkable.

The District of Saanich hosts the third annual Saanich Cycling Festival at the University of Victoria on Sunday. In partnership with the university's Office of Campus Planning and Sustainability, the festival, which runs from 11: 30 a.m. to 2: 30 p.

For Debbie Stirling, the first breakthrough in losing nearly 100 pounds was a 15-minute conversation with a box of Timbits.

PAM GRANT DINING OUT Address: 4512 West Saanich Rd. Tel.: 250-727-3444 Hours: Open daily from 11 a.m. Major credit cards and Interac accepted. Wheelchair accessible.

The Early Music Society of the Islands takes an admirably liberal view, chronologically and stylistically, of what constitutes "early music," and often champions repertoire under-represented even in early-music circles.

Now the real work begins - maintaining their new healthy lifestyles

Lentil Soup with Grilled Italian Sausage, Parmesan and Balsamic Vinegar This hearty soup can be a main course when served with slices of warm, crusty bread.