Tara Trivia

Loungin'

200

Always looking to bring in fresh ideas and switch things up, Tara brought many Social Saturdays to the Archie Browning Lounge. Name two. 

Music Bingo, Karaoke, Trivia, Murder Mystery, Wine and Paint Night, Games Night

300

Despite bringing in large amounts of this requested product, the players at the Ken Gill & Forrest Owens Memorial barely bought any.

Lucky Lager

400

Thanks to a combination of poor vendor communication, shipping snafus, and one foamy beer too many, Tara ended up learning more about this piece of lounge equipment than she ever planned. 

Glycol deck

Tara Wears Many Hats

100

This was Tara's first position at Esquimalt Recreation.

Auxiliary Cashier Receptionist

200

Before her time at Esquimalt Recreation, Tara ran this popular market.

Esquimalt Farmer's Market (or Oaklands)

300

Despite having never worked in this position, this is the title of the job Tara actually owns.

Events and Ice Programs Supervisor

400

During COVID, Tara was responsible for writing a safety plan while working this job.

Tree planting

Off the Clock

100

Tara's beloved dog, Kodama, is this breed.

Great Pyrenees

200

Always one to seek out fun and unique events to take part in, name one activity outside of work that Tara has organized for herself and work friends.

Wheelchair Basketball, Snow to Surf, Paint Run,

300

In 2023, Tara underwent surgery on this area of the body, temporarily keeping her away from sports, which was a struggle for her competitive nature.

Knee

400

Thanks to the dedication, expertise, and professionalism Tara brings to every event she runs, this volunteer committee insisted on taking her out to dinner when they heard she was leaving Esquimalt. 

The Buccaneer Days committee

Events

100

Thanks to Tara bringing in a live band and Liz the dance instructor, some lucky patrons got the opportunity to dance with police officers, fire fighters, and hunky Parks and Rec staff at this event. 

Senior's Appreciation Tea

200

During this event in 2026, Tara had to bounce out an unsolicited vendor selling possibly stolen goods. 

The Gigantic Garage Sale

300

Replacing the bonfire, this event is *supposed* to be mainly run by the Fire Department. Fortunately, Tara is always prepared when the majority of the planning and executing falls on her. 

The Halloween Spooktacular

400

Due to a tragic event in Vancouver, constantly changing safety protocols, increased volunteer needs, and public outcry, I'm sure Tara never wants to organize this type of community event ever again.

Parades