Loungin'
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
This was Tara's first position at Esquimalt Recreation.
Auxiliary Cashier Receptionist
Tara's beloved dog, Kodama, is this breed.
Great Pyrenees
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
Despite bringing in large amounts of this requested product, the players at the Ken Gill & Forrest Owens Memorial barely bought any.
Lucky Lager
Before her time at Esquimalt Recreation, Tara ran this popular market.
Esquimalt Farmer's Market
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, Foam Run, Run the Errands
During this event in 2026, Tara had to bounce out an unsolicited vendor selling possibly stolen goods.
The Gigantic Garage Sale
Thanks to this film played during Summer Outdoor Movie Series, we learned that the projector automatically shuts off after a certain amount of time.
Cruella
Despite having never worked in this position, this is the title of the job Tara actually owns.
Events and Ice Programs Supervisor
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
Replacing the bonfire, this event is *supposed* to be primarily run by the Fire Department. Fortunately, Tara is always prepared when the majority of the planning and executing inevitably falls on her.
The Halloween Spooktacular
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
During COVID, Tara was responsible for writing a safety plan while working this job. (Not at Esquimalt)
Tree planting
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
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