Vera Traff

We are sad to have to tell you  that Vera lost her battle with cancer today.

MONDAY HAIRCUTS

Monday Haircuts for Seniors
Mon, 10:00am–11:30am 1 class, Feb 18–Feb 18 Britannia Community Centre 1661 Napier Street, AML Lounge	Age 54 and up Health and wellness $0.00 LAC
Monday monthly haircut. We have three volunteer hairdressers and it's free to senior's.(In partnership with Light and Love Home) LIMITED

Thomas Mckegney

Thomas Mckegney is the new lunch cook in the Al Mattison Lounge on Thursdays
"Thomas spent his working life in Eastern Canada and the Prairies and moved to Vancouver in 2010 after retiring. Volunteering at Britannia is a way to get involved in the local community. He enjoys cooking as a hobby, and welcomes menu ideas from the Thursday lunch group. His other retirement activities include sailing and travelling. He spent two months in the spring of 2012 in South America, and plans to travel to Burma this winter. He'll be in Ontario this fall to welcome his second grandchild."
We wish him all the best.

Our Super Heros, Relay for Cancer

Anyone who is a cancer survivor wears a yellow t-shirt.

This years theme was SUPERHEROES so our team dressed as Wonder Woman and as you can see everyone got into the swing of things.

Our team raised almost $3000.

The relay went from Saturday 6 p.m. to 6 am  Ssunday

For entertainment there were Taiko Drummers, Belly Dancers and a band. At midnight there was was the candlelight ceremony to remember those who are fighting or have lost the battle to cancer.

A bagpiper led everyone out of the oval onto the dyke & back into the oval. It is always very moving.

Take care

June & Lee

THURSDAY LUNCHES!!!!!

IN EARLY MAY MARIA BUONO PREPARED A BUTTERFLY PASTA DINNER WITH COLD HAM SLICES AND I MADE GREEK SALAD WITH BUTTERED BUNS ... NEXT WEEK SHE AND VIRGINIA MADE ITALIAN RICE WITH VEGETABLES AND ROMAINE SALAD WITH FRESH PARMESAN AND GARLIC TOAST ...
TODAY THOMAS MADE SPAGHETTI AND MEAT BALLS WITH TOMATO SAUCE AND VIRGINIA MADE CAESAR SALAD AND HOT GARLIC BREAD ...

NEXT WEEK ANNE SUGGESTED GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES WHICH THOMAS WILL PREPARE AND vIRGINIA WILL MAKE A COLE SLAW ... WE ARE CHARGING A FLAT $4 PER MEAL

COME ON & JOIN OTHER SENIORS & MAKE NEW FRIENDS

Senior's Aquafit Party for Wally

Britannia Pool had a luncheon & celebrated Wally's 50th birthday.  He has been a lifeguard for over 20 years.  As well other positions with Britannia.  He is a supper guy well loved by all.  Wishing him the best.
Vitoria is our new head fitness/pool coordinator holding the cake to present to Wally with Lee.

Wally & Lee

Hppy Easter

SPRING FLING LUNCHEON

Spring Fling

Entertainment and great food to celebrate the coming good weather. At the Lions Den 770 Commercial 20 April noon-2pm $10.00

Do You Care for a Relative or Friend with Dementia?

Do You Care for a Relative or Friend with Dementia?
This free information session will help you: Understand Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias Learn tips for effective communication with a person with dementia Problem solve challenging behaviors
 Tuesday, April 17, 2012, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Britannia Community Centre Meeting Room: Info. Centre's Conference Room Presenter: Kara Hay, Support and Education Coordinator, Alzheimer Society of B.C
 Register early so you won't miss out

Can Homeopathy help you????

Can Homeopathy Help You With ... ?

See Your Homeopath!

OR:
Access Natural Healing Centre

Suite 101-1416 Commercial Drive

Vancouver, British Columbia V5K 0A1

http://www.accessnaturalhealing.com/

Come to our FREE Information Sessions:

Every 2nd Wednesday of the month.
Complimentary Tea.Starting this April, on April 11th, then May 9th, and June 13th etc... from 4pm to 5pm.Free Information Session with Certified Homeopath, Elena Cecchetto. Ask your Homeopath all the questions you wanted to know but never wanted to ask!!! Once you enter into Homeopathic Care, your Homeopath is committed to working with you until your Health has improved to your full satisfaction/expectations and beyond.OR:
Read our FREE PDF Book GiveawayGo To: http://homeopathiccures.wordpress.com/ and download the pdf file of the book "Beyond Flat Earth Medicine" from the 'Box' widget on the right hand column. Happy Reading!OR:

Testimonial http://www.accessnaturalhealing.blogspot.com/2011/09/testimonial.html

Book Club

Just a reminder the Book Club is continuing for the year.
Please contact Anne Jackson of the Al Mattison lounge to pick up your copy.  Come & meet new friends as well.
The Book Club is still meeting on the 3rd Wednesday of the month 2pm in the 55+ Centre

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL

SENIOR'S XMAS POTLUCK 22 DEC

Al Mattison Lounge had a Xmas party Potluck.
Jo Thomas & Ellen Woodsworth donated the 25lb turkey

Lynn & Lee

Vera telling Santa she has been Naughty but still deserves a gift  lol

Vera, Diane, Lee & Lynn

Irene & Vera

Vera & Lynn

Wishing all our friends a Merry Christmas

IF A FAT GUY GRABS YOU AND PUTS YOU IN A BAG,    DON'T WORRY,
I TOLD SANTA I WANTED A GOOD FRIEND FOR CHRISTMAS!

With Age comes...........

November 11

YOGA 55+

Monday or Wednesday
Hatha Yoga 55+
For Older Adults 55+ Classes are adaptable - everything from a series of restorative asanas (poses) to Vinyass flow (regular Hatha). Restorative yoga is sequenced to gently open, stretch and massage tired, overworked, or stressed muscles and deep connective tissues. The practise will provide many benefits including increased focus and well being, less stress, better sleep, greater flexibility and strength, longer breath, along with rejuvenated energy and improved health. Hatha classes are a sequence of poses, (Vinyassa Flow), which provides the student with increased flexibility, strength and mindful body awareness. Hatha practise will warm up the muscles, instead of resting the muscles, increase muscular elasticity and strengthen skeletal alignment. A good stretch and a good workout! Remember to dress comfortably.
Mondays

2:00pm - 3:15pm

Oct 31, 2011 - Dec 05, 2011 Wednesday Oct 26, 2011 - Nov 30, 2011 6Sessions $40.00 or drop in $9.50 Register early

Happy Thanksgiving to all

Vancouver’s Top 10 Avoidable Scams for 2011

#1 – COMPUTER VIRUS SCAM
The victim receives a phone call from a Canadian phone number. The caller states that he is from Microsoft or some other major company and that there is a virus on the victim’s computer and that he can fix the problem. The victim is asked to a log onto a website.
The suspect then takes control of the victim’s computer, causing the computer screen to go black, and demanding a $150.00 Visa payment to make the computer work again.
The victim provides credit card information and the suspect returns victim’s computer to an operational status.
The victim is billed the $150.00 through their credit card.
How to Avoid Being a Victim
•understand that no real company will call you regarding a computer virus
•understand that this is a scam based in India
•understand that the Canadian phone number shown is fake
•simply hang up on the suspect without discussing the matter
•don’t go on any websites, or download anything
•if scammed and you provided credit card information, contact your credit card company immediately and ask them to reverse the charges


#2 – FAKE LOTTERY SCAM
A suspect sends out a mass mailing, a notice of lottery winnings, to thousands of people. The letter requests money in order for the recipient to receive the lottery winnings. Believing they have won a lottery prize, the victim sends money according to the directions in the letter.
This scam targets the elderly – often via black market bait lists.
How to Avoid Being a Victim
•understand no legitimate lottery asks for money to receive winnings
•understand you cannot win a lottery you have not entered
•don’t send money to collect a lottery winning
•discuss this scam with the elderly, who are the target of this scam
•report scam to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre

#3 – EVENT TICKET RE-SALE SCAM
The suspect buys an event ticket for a concert, sporting event, etc., with a stolen credit card number. He lists the real event tickets online. The victim responds to the ad, then meets with the suspect and pays cash for the authentic event tickets.
The event organizer discovers the tickets were purchased with a stolen credit card number and cancels the tickets. When the victim attends the event, they are denied entry due to the ticket cancellation.
How to Avoid Being a Victim
•purchase event tickets through established event ticket re-sale companies
•use the Better Business Bureau to check out ticket re-sale companies
•purchase event tickets through established companies using a credit card (can dispute payment if not allowed into event)
•if you must buy event tickets from private individual: ■ ■tell the person you will be asking for photo identification
■meet in a public place
■bring a friend
■examine the event tickets
■ask for photo identification
■write down seller’s personal information
■be ready to have the event tickets cancelled by the organizer


#4 – DISTRESS CALLS/EMAILS
Type 1
Personal information about the victim is obtained through mail theft or from the victim’s garbage. The victim receives a phone call from someone stating they are a family member, generally a grandson, and in distress in a foreign country.
The caller tells the victim to keep the information confidential and to wire money. The victim wires the money, later discovering the family member was never in trouble.
Type 2
The suspect gains access to the victim’s email or Facebook account and sends a distress email to all of the victim’s email contacts.
The e-mail states that the victim is in distress in a foreign country and to keep the information confidential. As in the first type, the victim is asked to wire money to the foreign country, later discovering their friend was never in trouble./
How to Avoid Being a Victim:
•protect personal written information
•use full security features on email accounts
•don’t use simple passwords like “Password1234”
•if provided a distress message, call the person involved and/or their family
•understand that if you are asked to wire money and to keep it quiet, this is a scam

#5 – PHANTOM RENTAL PROPERTIES
Victim finds a great deal for an advertised rental property. They interact with the suspect by email or meeting in coffee shops. They are asked for a damage deposit and rent in cash or to be wired to an account. The victim pays the suspect without ever seeing the rental property.
When the victim goes to move in to the rental property, they discover that it is occupied and that the suspect never had the right to rent the property.
How to Avoid Being a Victim
•attend and inspect all rental property
•ask potential landlord for photo identification
•check with the apartment manager regarding who can rent the property
•pay with post-dated cheques
•understand that if you are being pressured to pay cash for a rental property you have not seen, it is scam
•for non-resident property rental, use establish rental companies
•use the Better Business Bureau to check out rental companies


#6 – COUNTERFEIT CURRENCY / SELLING ELECTRONICS ONLINE
The suspect answers an online advertisement for an item for sale. They meet with the seller and agree to purchase the item, paying with counterfeit currency.
The victim does not know how to check for counterfeit money or is too embarrassed to examine the money. They discover it is counterfeit after the suspect has left with the purchased item.
How to Avoid Being a Victim
•be aware that counterfeit suspects are looking for online electronic items for sale, such as iPhones, iPads, Xboxes, Playstation 3s, or Nintendo PlayStations
•meet in a public location with a friend
•know three security measures on money and always use them
•if in doubt, return the money and walk away from the deal with your property
How to Detect a Counterfeit Bill

#7 – SECRET / MYSTERY SHOPPER SCAM
Victim answers a job advertisement for a mystery shopper and is given the job. The suspect and the victim never meet face-to-face. The victim receives a cheque in the mail and is instructed to convert it into cash for the shopping.
When the cheque is deposited into the victim’s bank account, it initially clears, and they withdraw cash to purchase items from stores, believing they are a mystery shopper.
At some point, the victim is requested to wire money to the suspect. Four to six weeks after they have done so, the victim is told by their bank that the cheque did not clear at the designation bank. The victim must pay back their bank for the amount of the cheque provided by the suspect.
How to Avoid Being a Victim
•understand that many mystery shopper jobs can be scams, check out any company with the Better Business Bureau
•understand that cheques can take 4-6 weeks to clear at the destination bank based on the number coding, not the name on the cheque
•understand that whenever you are asked to wire money based on a cheque deposit, it is normally a scam


#8 – ADVANCE FEE SCAM
This type of scam is also known as the “419” scam after Section 419 of the Nigerian Penal Code that prohibits this activity in Nigeria or just the “Nigeria” scam.
A suspect sends out thousands of e-mails or letters stating that a large sum of money can be moved out of a foreign country. The recipient is advised that they can get a large share of the money if they help the writer get the money out of the foreign country.
The victim responds to the email and a relationship is built, leading up to the suspect asking the victim to wire money. Once the money is wired, the victim never hears from the suspect again.
How to Avoid Being a Victim
•understand that all advanced fee requests are scams
•if you receive a letter in the mail or via fax, simply ignore it
•do not respond back to these emails or faxes – you will be targeted as part of a “suckers” list and fraudsters will share or sell your details to other fraudsters
•report emails to your email server (i.e. abuse@yahoo.com, etc.) so your internet service provider can terminate any accounts that abuse their systems

#9 – FAKE BANK SECURITY EMAILS
The suspect emails thousands of fake bank security alerts, complete with bank logo and email address, asking for the recipient’s personal bank information. When the victim opens an attachment, a virus is loaded onto their computer.
The victim supplies personal bank information, which the suspect uses to access their bank account.
How to Avoid Being a Victim
•use up-to-date anti-virus software
•understand that no bank will email you regarding security issues
•be aware that all bank alert e-mails are scams
•don’t respond to any bank alert e-mail
•delete all bank alert e-mails
•report e-mails to your e-mail server (i.e. abuse@yahoo.com, etc.) so your internet service provider can terminate any accounts that abuse their systems


#10 – CHARITY DOOR-TO-DOOR or HOME / FIRE INSPECTOR
Suspect walks door-to-door and speaks with residents, pretending to be a fire or building inspector or collecting for charity. The victim feels pressured and pays the suspect cash.
How to Avoid Being a Victim
•understand that no inspector would be going door-to-door asking or money
•be aware that most charities no longer solicit door-to-door
•if in doubt, close and lock your door, and phone the organization the suspect reports they are with
•tell the suspect you are not interested and ask them to leave
•if you feel scared of the suspect call the police
•if you think the person is a scammer, call the police with that information after the person leaves
•if you want a home inspection, initiate once yourself – do not let any unknown person into your home that comes to your door without a prior appointment
•if you want to give money to a charity, reach out to the charity through their website or by phone -do not respond to strangers at the door
•report suspicious door-to-door sales people to Consumer Protection BC at 1(888)564-9963 or http://www.consumerprotectionbc.ca/

Terry Fox run for cancer & one of our seniors

A sculptor who has worked on three Terry Fox memorials, including the bronze casting at SFU, says the new sculpture unveiled Friday at B.C. Place is his favourite.
“This is the best,” said Stephen Harman, who worked for a time-constrained six months to realize Douglas Coupland’s vision of four statues that bring to life Fox’s famous hop-step gait.
“It’s amazing, and I knew it would be,” said Harman, who cast the bronzes and was putting some final touches on them yesterday.
Since the unveiling, the statues have been attracting crowds. John Pettitt was among the viewers yesterday.
“If you think about it, when he started his journey out east he was unknown, but now he’s larger than life,” Pettitt said of the figures that become progressively larger toward the road.
Lee Turner, a three-time cancer survivor and disabled runner, could relate to the struggle and triumph the bronzes capture. She said Terry Fox has been a source of inspiration.
“He kept me motivated and inspired me,” said Turner, who completed both the short and long routes of the Terry Fox Run this year despite having to wear restrictive knee braces.

in the distance left side you see Lee & June walking home

August Potluck

Small group cause it is the summer but nice to see friends

HOW TO STAY YOUNG

HOW TO STAY YOUNG

1. Try everything twice.
On one woman's tombstone she said she wanted this epitaph:
"Tried everything twice. Loved it both times!"

2. Keep only cheerful friends.
The grouches pull you down.
(Keep this in mind if you are one of those grouches!)

3. Keep learning:
Learn more about the computer, crafts, gardening, whatever...
Never let the brain get idle. 'An idle mind is the devil's workshop.'
And the devil's name is Alzheimer's!

4. Enjoy the simple things.

5. Laugh often, long and loud.
Laugh until you gasp for breath.
And if you have a friend who makes you laugh,
spend lots and lots of time with HIM/HER.

6.. The tears happen:
Endure, grieve, and move on.
The only person who is with us our entire life, is ourselves.
LIVE while you are alive.

7. Surround yourself with what you love:
Whether it's family, pets, keepsakes, music, plants, hobbies, whatever..
Your home is your refuge.

8. Cherish your health:
If it is good, preserve it.
If it is unstable, improve it.
If it is beyond what you can improve, get help.

9. Don't take guilt trips..
Take a trip to the mall, even to the next county,
to a foreign country, but NOT to where the guilt is.

10. Tell the people you love that you love them, at every opportunity.

chuckle for the day

Things happening at Britannia!!!

Hello Brit Volunteers!
If you haven't had a chance to drop by Britannia recently, please do so this weekend!
Artful Sundays takes place every Sunday between Aug 7-Sept 4 from 12pm-5pm and there are many artists featured on the weekend!

This Sunday, Aug 14, don’t' forget to catch the Knitting/Crochet Special where you can observe the intricate, delicate and amazing pieces literally developed before your eyes!
There'll be live music with Katheryn Petersen and Rio Samaya and also a first-ever, Knit Crochet Café run by your very own Britannia Volunteer Program!

That's right! Freshly baked food, freshly brewed Ethical Bean Coffee, and freshly made tea just like the way a sunny Sunday ought to be spent! :) All proceeds for the café go to the Volunteer Program.
This event relies on your participation! Come on down and check out the event and café or if you can spare some time, volunteer with us!
Volunteers are wanted to assist at the café, setting up, selling and serving coffee/tea, and striking, between 11:30-2:30pm or from 3pm-6pm. Needless to say, there'll be yum yums for volunteers!
If you're available and enthusiastic about this opportunity to get busy this Sunday, meet people, and share the sunshine with big smiles, then let us know!
Please let us know by Thursday, Aug 11, 4pm

Cheers!

Charlene Wee, CAVR

Coordinator, Volunteer Program

Britannia Community Services Centre

1661 Napier St. Vancouver BC V5L 4X4

T: 604-718-5860

somedays I agree with this

Handywoman

Dr Art Hister - Prescription Drug Use

If you’re a typical senior, chances are you’re on at least 2 prescription drugs, and many of you are likely on several.
That’s according to a survey just carried out in the US where 88.4 % of people over the age of 60 were found to be on at least one prescription drug (I figure the other 11.6 % were probably not seeing a doctor), and 31 % of all Americans (not just seniors) were taking 2 or more prescription drugs, while a staggering 11% were taking 5 or more prescription drugs.
And note that those are drugs by prescription; most of those people, I am sure, were also taking at least one, and probably several over-the-counter preparations.

Now there would be nothing wrong with those numbers, if all those drugs were 1) prescribed for very good reasons, in other words, they were being taken either to prolong life or promote health, 2) they were all safe, 3) they were all effective at doing what they are supposed to do, and 4) there were very few drug interactions to worry about.
The sad truth, however, is that many prescription drugs are iffy in their effectiveness, their safety is always at issue (even after many years), and drug interactions are a huge concern, so that the more drugs you take, the greater the potential problems.
And unfortunately, the way our health care system works, it’s not always possible to go through all those variables in the typical visit with the family doctor.
Not only that but indications are always changing, that is, what the doctor told you about why you need a certain drug when you first got that prescription may no longer be valid, yet many people continue on prescriptions for years and years without asking if it’s still necessary to do so.
That’s why one of the most important friends you can make is your pharmacist. Your pharmacist is often the best person to ask about what a medication is supposed to be doing, what side effects you should expect, what potential complications to look for, what drug interactions you should be aware of, etc, etc.
Go ahead, the next time you get a prescription filled, talk to your pharmacist about that drug – you’re going to be pleasantly surprised at what you learn.

July Bake Sale

Hi,
Our July Bake and Sell takes place this week!
If you like to bake, learn some new awesome recipes and have a short tea break with some fun, fun, people… let me know!
Bake takes place on Friday July 15, 3-5pm at the Al Mattison Lounge Kitchen
Sale takes place on Saturday 16, 9am-12pm at the Britannia Secondary Parking Lot.
Volunteers are wanted to assist with baking and selling. Yum yums to be had! Sign up quick so we know how many to expect!
If you have recipe you'd like to try, let us know! If you are able to bring some baking supplies for Friday, that'd be great too! We are looking for measuring cups for liquids and try items, mixing bowls, and some wooden spoons. :)
Charlene Wee, CAVR
Coordinator, Volunteer Program I Energy Champion
Britannia Community Services Centre
1661 Napier St. Vancouver BC V5L 4X4
T: 604-718-5860
email: charlene.wee@vancouver.ca

Happy Canada Day

Relay for Life

"Relay for Life" held June 18.
This was Lee's 3rd year having her team, "Lee's Flaming Britannia Bruins". More than half her team are friends from Britannia as well people who she swims with. It was a huge success, what a phenomenal venue at the Richmond Olympic Oval to do this in. Everything went like clock work. Volunteers did an awesome job. The best news of all is that we more than surpassed our goal  with 486 participants.  We raised  a whopping $188,600!! Donations continue to come in.

June

Lee's team

Cap Lee on the right with Anne

Volunteers needed

Tis that time of month again and we're looking to see if you'd like to bake and help us sell!

If you're interested in baking, please let us know by July 11.
Our bake sessions are designed to be fun, informative, and creative!~ If you haven't baked before or just want to spend some time out of the house, come on and join the Friday afternoon friendly bunch who pick recipes and bake between 3-5pm each 3rd Friday. Volunteers who bake gather around for tea and to try out their luscious baked goods!
These yummy goodies are then nicely wrapped and sold on the 3rd Saturday of each month.
Our bake leader, Jenny sorts out recipes and facilitates the kitchen crew and volunteer leader, Limei ensures that our yummies are sold at the 3rd Saturday Beyond the Blue Box Recycling program at Britannia's Parking lot.
Sign up quick!
Charlene Wee, CAVR
Coordinator, Volunteer Program I Energy Champion
Britannia Community Services Centre
1661 Napier St. Vancouver BC V5L 4X4
T: 604-718-5860 F: 604-718-5858
E: charlene.wee@vancouver.ca
www.britanniacentre.org   (see our website for information and to download an application form

Walking Group 04 June

Just 2 of the ships

 http://www.richmond.ca/discover/events/tallships.htm

We went out to Steveston to see the tall ships ( there were 4 ships at Garry Point).
we walked through the village and on to Garry Point. We had to walk from No l and Garry Street as the 4l0 was rerouted, but when we left about 4:00 we manage to get the bus at the regular stop.
There were 8 persons ( Mimi, Linda, Susan, Julianna, Odette, Jean, Marilyn, Ken)

walk lead by Marilyn

It is Time!!!!

How do you know when it is time to

"hang up the car keys"?

I say when your dog has this look on his face!

A picture is worth a thousand words!

Summer Programs

This is just a reminder that new programs are set for the summer.
Weather permitting Bocce in the Park, on going Walking Club, Badminton, swimming.......
Move it people, keep active in mind & body.

Walking Group 28 May

May 28 we walk down the drive to Lion's Den for the garage sale.
Afterwards we took the #20 bus to downtown and then caught #l6 to
go up South Granville to see another bazaar at South Granville Senior's Centre.
Then we walk west on 12th ave to Maple Street to the following community garden.
http://www.cypresscommunitygarden.ca/

there were 5 ( Marilyn, Ken, Linda, Jean and Susan)
walk lead by Marilyn

Best Password ever

Volunteers needed

JUNE 5, SUNDAY
VOLUNTEER SHIFTS: 10am-2pm or 1:30-5:30pm.
TASKS: Setting up and taking down feast equipment, tables and chairs etc. Serving food and replenishing food. Meeting and greeting the public and registering people who come to support arts initiatives.
REQUIREMENTS: Outgoing, friendly personality, confident connecting with public in the English language
BENEFITS: Support your local community and arts initiatives, engage in grassroots planning and opportunities, meet artists and community and join in our FEAST!
Statement of hours provided if requested at end of shift.

The EAST FEAST is a community meal that raises funds through ticket sales to the event which in turn directly funds an artist or artist group. The decision on the distribution of funds is given to the community through a democratic voting process. This FEAST is grassroots micro-funding at its best, relying on community engagement to be successful.
Community members will be invited to participate by attending a meal in support of local artists.
The inaugural FEAST is scheduled for Sunday June 5th and will have an “afternoon tea” theme. Those who attend will enjoy food specifically created and prepared for the event by artist-chef Michael Speier of Open Sesame Thematic Catering, entertainment and the opportunity to meet and listen to three artists who will each make a 5-7 minute presentation during the event. At the end of the FEAST meal the attendees will vote on which artist they would like to see funded. The chosen artist will receive a grant from the funds raised by the event ticket sales of up to $1000.
The EAST FEAST is a granting process targeting artists who may not be eligible for the formal methods of corporate or government funding. The application process has been made purposely simple, easily accessible and open for the artist to imagine the possibilities. This process gives the artist an unrestricted resource of funds to realize an artistic goal. The artist chosen at the FEAST to receive funding will be expected to present at the next FEAST through an oral or visual display/demonstration describing to the attendees the impact the FEAST funding had on their project.