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Concerns around potential discrimination were echoed as pastor Ken Keber of Bethel Christian Centre and Lorne Westnedge of the First Baptist Church addressed council at Monday’s committee of the whole meeting. “I read the paper and saw everyone else got an exemption basically except the churches. That smacked me in the face,” said Keber. “I don’t want to be suspicious, but it does make me wonder.” At a council meeting this month the city passed the first three readings of permissive tax exemption bylaws. Council voted to exclude the churches, who asked for exemptions in amounts less than $1,000, but to include the Kalein Hospice Society. Despite appearances, councillor Donna Macdonald, who chaired Monday’s meeting, insisted council’s decision had nothing to do with the groups being churches. “Certainly this was not an anti-religious gesture,” she said. “It just so happened it was the churches because the vast majority of their properties are exempt under statute and provincial legislation. We have no control over that.” Macdonald said council was unaware that when they voted to remove the exemption from the churches there would be a large impact. Story continues to ‘Council’ on Page 11
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Following the success of the Colours of Nelson’s debut project under the Orange Bridge, artist mentor and organizer Amber Santos is suggesting the City support more public art projects. Santos made a presentation at Monday night’s committee of the whole highlighting the values of the project such as collaboration, fostering creativity and providing an outlet for local artists. “I would say the success of that project does leave people feeling positive and hopeful about the possibility of more such projects,” she said following the meeting. The painting of the cement walls under the west side of the bridge began in May in collaboration with the Nelson Police Department, Rotary Daybreak Club and area artists. Four artist mentors including Santos and Bryn Stevenson worked with a total of 16 artists ranging from high school students to Kootenay School of the Arts students and members of the community to design, sketch and paint the mural. “I believe dialogue really is a catalyst for good projects,” said Santos. “You will discover after talking to a lot of people that we are really on the same page about a lot of things around public art, but we need to talk about it
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and not be afraid.” Following the positive response to the project, Santos pitched several new ideas to continue the work of Colours of Nelson in the community. Santos has worked in mural and graffiti art internationally and highlighted several examples where street art is incorporated into the community with walking tours and urban arts festivals. “I think [the bridge project] is a snapshot and I think there is much more of what could be and colours and themes. In the mind of
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Migrant Workers Shortchanged
Government seeks $50,000 in wages from Meadow Creek Cedar GREG NESTEROFF Nelson Star Reporter
The BC Employment Standards Branch has begun court proceedings against a local forest company to collect nearly $50,000 in unpaid overtime and holiday pay owed to former employees, including six Mexican migrant workers. The branch, which is part of what used to be called the Ministry of Labour, filed a writ of seizure and sale on September 12 in BC Supreme Court, ordering a sheriff to liquidate Meadow Creek Cedar’s assets to pay off its debts. The company has also been fined $1,000 for two breaches of the Employment Standards Act.
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According to court documents, the case began on November 12, 2010 when the branch’s Nelson office received a complaint from a Meadow Creek Cedar employee about non-payment of overtime. The following February, the company was informed it was being investigated over issues dealing with statutory holidays and overtime, and asked to provide payroll records for all employees covering the previous six months. The company complied and investigator Ed Wall spoke with mill manager Rowland McCulloch “numerous” times and owner Dale Kooner three times. In July 2011, he sent his preliminary findings to Meadow Creek Cedar, indicating back wages were owed to 64 of 85 employees. He also warned Kooner of his personal liability and of potential fines. McCulloch responded by making a number of handwritten changes to the letter and sending it back. The company was told it needed to support its changes with evidence, which it promised to do. Kooner also said his accountant would be in touch. But nothing further was heard from the company.
‘SIGNIFICANT INCONSISTENCIES’ Wall was left to make his decision based on the company’s employee records — as well as information provided by workers themselves. “Where Meadow Creek Ce-
dar’s records are clearly shown to lack credibility, I have sought records elsewhere,” he wrote. “In all other cases I have accepted Meadow Creek Cedar’s records at face value.” Wall learned six temporary foreign workers from Mexico had been employed at the Lardeau Valley sawmill and requested their daily hours. The company, however, argued the workers were provided on contract by an affiliated company, Can-Pacific Farms of Surrey. But no evidence of such a contract was produced.
“Although Meadow Creek’s argument is wholly devoid of any legal merit, it certainly does not fall short on chutzpah.” McCulloch explained the men were hired to pick blueberries, but because the crop was late, and the men wanted to work, they were sent to the mill, where they cleaned and worked on machines, and bundled and stacked lumber. The company provided a spreadsheet showing each worked eight hours or less per day, no more than five days per week. But the Mexican workers produced daily records and wage statements from Can-Pacific that revealed “significant inconsistencies.” In one case, Meadow Creek Cedar claimed a worker put in 78 hours during a pay period, yet the Can-Pacific wage statement showed 152½ hours, and the worker’s own record 157 hours. Although for the most part Wall accepted Meadow Creek Cedar’s records, “In the case of the Mexican workers, the records provided by Meadow Creek were clearly not credible.” Additionally, the company’s records “revealed numerous instances where [overtime] thresholds were surpassed without the payment of overtime.” Wall determined the 64 workers were owed between $5 and $4,400 each in back pay, and cumulatively more than $49,000. The Mexican workers in particular were owed a combined $11,000.
The decision, released on March 7 of this year, included a $1,000 fine for breaches of the Employment Standards Act, bringing the total bill to more than $50,000.
NOT SHORT ON CHUTZPAH Meadow Creek Cedar unsuccessfully appealed the decision to the Employment Standards Tribunal. In his ruling of June 19, adjudicator Kenneth W. Thornicroft observed the company checked off every box on the form relating to grounds for appeal, but failed to provide specifics. Instead, their submission was a “global challenge” based on assertions that all employees received their earned wages, that Wall was “fixated on ‘harassing’ the company” and that employees were determined to shut down the company. Thornicroft noted: “Why the employees would embark on such a path, particularly when that would appear to be contrary to their own self-interest is not adequately explained.” He said the company argued Employment Standards should not have investigated a confidential complaint and in any case not extended its probe to 64 employees. “These arguments are plainly untenable based on the clear language of the act,” Thornicroft wrote, pointing out employees have the right to confidentiality. As far as the Mexican workers, Meadow Creek said Employment Standards “acted beyond the law” in awarding them back wages. “Although Meadow Creek’s argument on this point is wholly devoid of any legal merit, it certainly does not fall short on chutzpah,” Thornicroft wrote. The company acknowledged the Mexicans worked at the mill, but since they were not legally allowed to do so, argued it couldn’t be held legally responsible for their unpaid wages. Thornicroft wrote: “In essence, Meadow Creek admits to having wrongfully employed these workers but then says that its own illegality gives it a complete defence. The argument is plainly absurd.” Story continues to ‘Kooner’ on Page 9
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avid (Buster) Wigg, whose brave actions saved the Nelson courthouse from destruction half a century ago, has died at 88. His impulsive, heroic feat of February 4, 1962 came after several bombs were planted inside the building. Wigg, a cab driver, was sitting in the Red Top taxi stand at Wait’s News that evening when someone came in shouting that the courthouse was on fire. Fire trucks responded within seconds, but went the wrong way, turning onto Baker Street instead of continuing down Ward — an alarm had been set off near the Bank of Montreal, probably as a distraction. Wigg and fellow cabbie Bill Morris ran down to the courthouse and found the top panel of glass in the front door blown out. With a doormat, they kicked out the rest and Wigg went inside. He found the foyer filled with smoke, and flames racing up the walls and ceiling. Worse, four bombs in half-gallon cans lay on the entrance floor and basement staircase, about to go off. With his bare hands, Wigg snuffed the first device, then wrapped a piece of plastic from a light fixture around it, went outside and threw it over the stone wall. He repeated the procedure with the second bomb, but then a police officer
pulled up, believing Wigg to be the culprit. After exchanging a few choice words, Wigg sent him to redirect the fire department. Back inside he dealt with the third bomb, but this one was in a glass jar, and as he tried to put it out, flames shot out, singeing his fingers. When the fire truck finally arrived, Wigg grabbed a shovel, scooped up the burning jar and threw it onto the pavement, where it exploded. Firefighters then defused the fourth bomb and put out the blaze, which caused $1,500 damage (about $11,500 in today’s currency). A large crowd gathered, but Wigg couldn’t stick around: he had to get back on shift. His wife only learned of the incident when the Daily News phoned. No one was ever charged with the bombing, but the Sons of Freedom were blamed, as it came on the eve of sentencing for three radical members. Investigators found whoever did it got in through a basement window — and actually prevented the fire from spreading by closing a door. Wigg suffered only minor burns. “It just made me mad,” he said at the time. “When I thought of that beautiful building being gutted, I didn’t think of anything else except saving it.” Interviewed at his home in 2001 — coincidentally the day of the US terrorist attacks — he was still reluc-
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tant to take much credit, as though defusing explosives was an everyday part of his job. “It’s just something you do,” he chuckled. “I’d have done it again regardless. That’s my nature. I’m not one to sit by and let it happen.” Wigg received commendations from the mayor, premier, and fire commissioner’s office, but a plaque promised in his honour never happened. (Not everyone thought so highly of his actions; Morris, his co-worker, called him “a damn fool.”)
Wigg had long Nelson roots. His grandparents were among the first permanent settlers on the West Arm, and his mother, Mabel Shannon, was the first registered birth in Nelson. She married Albert Wigg, who worked for the CPR, and they raised ten children at 413 Silica Street. After retiring from the taxi business in 1985, Buster and wife Chrystal wintered in Arizona. He passed away Tuesday. Funeral services are planned for November 3 at 2 p.m. at the Nelson cemetery.
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Editorial
Editor: Bob Hall Publisher: Chuck Bennett
Delving into our past
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The area surrounding Trafalgar Middle School has certainly changed since J.H. Allen took this photo of facility c. 1935, but it is more than recognizable. First known as the Nelson Junior High School, Trafalgar has been added onto over the decades and is currently awaiting a major upgrade. Note the emptiness of Hall Street behind the building.
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f you haven’t noticed yet, there’s a minitheme running through today’s paper. It wasn’t exactly planned, but our region’s history gets a big nod in this edition. On Page 5 you can read about David (Buster) Wigg in Greg Nesteroff ’s regular Kootenay Pioneers feature that’s been a Star staple for almost a year now. Wigg passed away earlier this week and ever the historical keener, Nesteroff put together a remembrance in short order. Wigg’s heroic feat of helping save the courthouse in 1962 is one of the reasons we still get to look upon this majestic downtown building on a daily basis. To your right you can see one of J.H. Allen’s photos from the 1930s in another regular Star feature. It’s always interesting to look back at scenes from our past. Generations of Nelson kids have entered the doors of the Uphill junior high and the well-worn hallways have many stories to tell. This photo serves as a reminder of the importance of our historic school facilities. On Page 12 you’ll find a story on former New Denver mayor Gary Wright who is launching a new book. The former American is one of many who helped shape the Kootenay way of life once he escaped the tumultuous times south of the border in the late-60s. The book sounds fascinating. And on Page 14 you can read Greg Scott’s twice-monthly Touchstones of Nelson column. Pulling tidbits from the Shawn Lamb Archives, Scott again offers up some insight on what it was like to live in the region in the early-1960s. Nowadays we don’t think twice about heading west on Highway 3A to Christina Lake and beyond. Before the official opening ceremonies of the Kinnaird-Christina Lake highway 50 years ago, that journey was on a perilous alternate route that started in Rossland. Every week the crew at the Nelson Star remains focussed on helping document the history of tomorrow. The stories we write and the photos we take will one day be reflected upon as important links to the past. But once in a while it’s just as important bring history back alive on our pages. Enjoy the trip back. The Nelson Star is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent within 45 days to the B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby Street, Nanaimo, V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to bcpresscouncil.org
MLA Column — Michelle Mungall
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few weeks ago, I had the privilege of speaking to Grade 5 and 6 classes at Erickson Elementary School. Talking to kids at this age is always fascinating. Their questions are never dull, and their insights are consistently thoughtprovoking. On this occasion, students were very keen to know what I do. What is a Member of the Legislative Assembly? What is a politician? As they asked their questions, I found myself explaining how I manage my multiple responsibilities in the riding, Victoria and throughout the province. Effective representation requires that I connect regularly with my constituents. Being a rural MLA, however, makes this is more difficult than if I was an urban MLA who can walk to every corner of their constituency and commute to the Legislature in 30 minutes. So over the past three years, I have
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ings are also important mechanisms by which I hear from you and receive guidance for my work in Victoria. There, I regularly get answers for issues important to our region. For example, I questioned the minister for community development and sport for over an hour when she brought in legislation that allows for the creation of a mountain resort municipality without any residents, thus paving the way for Jumbo Glacier Resort. With those answers I was able to work with regional district directors to initiate a local government motion opposing this antidemocratic legislation. Ultimately, this motion made it to the Union of BC Municipalities where it was passed with strong support. Along with representing our region, like all MLAs, I have duties for the governance of British Columbia as a whole. This includes sitting on standing committees and
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being an active member of the Opposition’s shadow cabinet. As the BCNDP’s opposition critic for advanced education, youth and labour market development, I frequently tour university and college campuses in every region of our province, meeting with students, faculty, staff and administration. Through these relationships, I am better able to provide accountability for the ministries responsible for post-secondary education as well as develop policy proposals that ensure students have access to training and education for the job market. More like a lifestyle than a job, being an MLA is very rewarding. Whether in the House or in classrooms, I am fortunate to have the role of speaking for such an amazing part of BC and working to strengthen our communities. Michelle Mungall is the MLA for the Nelson-Creston riding.
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Hall’s choice was his own Re: Editor Bob Hall’s October 19 column “The airline of arrogance.” Having your own weekly column gives you a fine pulpit to rant from. However, I think you should take a few deep breaths and think things through before you use your column to vent your frustrations with life. Your Saturday got off to a bad start because you didn’t allow enough extra time in your schedule for the little screw-ups that often occur when ferrying kids around. When you realized that one kid was going to be a half hour late, taking up all the extra time you allowed, leaving you with no wiggle room (for slow traffic, etc.), you chose to wait for the child. You should have known your generosity might be paid for by your mother-in-law. A difficult choice: Leave the child behind, or risk your mother-in-law missing her flight. Difficult as it may have been, it was a choice you had to make, and you did so. You should accept the repercussions of your decision — not
try to download them onto Air Canada. You arrived late for the flight — pure and simple. You had a story of extenuating circumstances. You can imagine all the stories the Air Canada staff have heard over
You can imagine all the stories the Air Canada staff have heard over the years; some true, some embellished, some totally fabricated. the years; some true, some embellished, some totally fabricated. If the local staff was given some discretion to ignore the airline policy, it would soon become known, and then the staff would come under merciless pressure to make exceptions. A lot of these strict policies came in after 9/11, and for good reason. Terrorists know that their best chance for getting past an inspection (or getting their suitcase past an inspection), is to set up
a rushed situation. You may unknowingly owe your life to policies that say “We will not be rushed.” If they let a “sweet 68-year-old woman” on at 18 minutes, can they say no at 15 minutes? 12 minutes? What about a 68-year-old Muslim woman? A young Muslim man at 10 minutes? They thought about all this, and decided that 30 minutes was the deadline. How would you run airline security differently? Their decisions have a lot more riding on them than your decision Saturday morning to wait for kid. “That day Air Canada had a choice: To make somebody’s day or ruin it.” Not so. They were just following a sensible policy, one that protects all airline passengers, at the expense of angering a few latecomers. That day Bob Hall had a choice: To ruin a kid’s day or risk ruining a sweet old lady’s day. To his credit, he tried to please everybody; but it just didn’t work out. C’est la vie. Steve Fawcett Kaslo
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And speaking of concerns — here’s mine. I trust (and fully expect) that city council will review the society’s proposal with a keen, perhaps even jaundiced, eye and a magnifying glass, and make the society very, very aware that the taxpayers of Nelson are not going to pick up the tab if the theatre’s revenue vs. expense realities don’t
measure up to predictions. Obviously, they didn’t for the previous resuscitation effort. But maybe now there is a new community attitude and awareness thanks to the society’s efforts and the place will play a major role in Nelson’s entertainment scene. Wouldn’t that be great? Bob Wilson Nelson
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Council must do its homework on theatre plan All credit to the Civic Theatre Society for their hard work and enthusiasm. I hope that their plan and proposal is thorough, carefully worked out and practical. It would be nice if Nelson regained its main film venue and it was well supported by the community in terms of “butts in seats,” so that it becomes a going concern.
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News The Future of British Columbia’s Economy and Job Prospects
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For some, a dream job would be a vacation planner — for themselves. Vacationing in BC can take so many forms that it would indeed be a full-time job. The tourism and hospitality industry is extremely diverse with over 400 different occupations — including ones that lead to longer-term careers, as well as those that fit well for those seeking part-time work, like students or older workers not yet ready to retire. British Columbia’s tourism industry will be a leader in provincial job growth as businesses look to fill 101,000 new job openings by 2020, according to a study of labour demand and supply by go2, the BC tourism industry’s human resource association. The Tourism Labour Market Strategy, released in the spring of 2012 by go2, sets out the plan to recruit, retain and train the workers needed to keep pace with the growth projected for
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Nelson’s Selkirk College offers the School of Hospitality and Tourism which has several programs geared towards areas currently in high need.
the industry. Nearly half of the 101,000 openings will be new jobs created by the tourism industry across the province, adding 44,220 more jobs to the provincial workforce by 2020. The other approximately 57,000 openings are due to replacements (i.e. retirements). “The labour strategy co-ordinated by go2 is a key pillar of industry growth in the province,” says Lana Denoni, chair of the Tourism Industry Association of British Columbia. “Without it, we simply wouldn’t have the
skilled workers in place to deliver the visitor experience throughout BC.” British Columbia’s location, bordered by the Rocky Mountains on the east and the Pacific Ocean on the west, makes it unique within Canada. Its mountain and coastal scenery, opportunities for summer sailing, winter skiing, and other activities such as fishing or sightseeing in coastal or inland waters or experiencing our vibrant cities all make us a world-class destination.
Tourism helps to diversify our economy and also brings new community services to permanent residents. BC’s tourism and hospitality industry is now the single largest “primary resource industry” in the province, generating an annual real GDP ($2002) of more than $6.4 billion in 2010, ahead of forestry, mining, oil and gas extraction, and agriculture. Tourism and hospitality generated $13.4 billion in annual revenue in 2010. Overall, between 2004 and 2010, industry revenues grew by a total of 25.5 per cent, representing an average annual growth rate of 4.2 per cent. The provincial government’s Gaining the Edge: A Five-year Strategy for Tourism in British Columbia targets revenue growth of five per cent a year that will top $18 billion in tourism spending by 2016. Nelson’s Selkirk College is part of the solution to the expected labour shortage in this industry. The local post-secondary institution’s School of Hospitality and Tourism continues to enjoy
solid enrolment as it prepares students for the future. “To get ahead in this industry you need a combination of both education and experience,” said program instructor Wendy Anderson, who spent a decade in management with the Fairmont and Delta hotel chains. “We provide one side of that equation.” With the program’s solid reputation, Selkirk students are hot commodities in the industry. “We have a great stat in our program: 95 per cent of our students have a job within two months of graduation,” she said. “We are very proud of that.” The fastest-growing sectors for tourism job growth over the next decade are expected to be recreation and entertainment and travel services. There are an estimated 17,900 tourism-related businesses across the province, employing about 260,000 workers, or 10.8 per cent of BC’s total labour force of 2.4 million people. For more information head to the career section of go2hr.ca: go2hr.ca/careers-tourism.
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News Kooner puts up fight Continued from Page 4 He added that while he had “no doubt” government officials who administer programs that bring seasonal workers to Canada might have some “pointed questions” for Kooner, the mere fact the workers weren’t originally brought here to work for Meadow Creek Cedar didn’t prevent them from claiming unpaid wages. Thornicroft further dismissed suggestions of bias. In his submission, Kooner wrote that Wall “wanted to harass the appellant by imposing a determination so that appellant closes operations.” Elsewhere in their submission, Thornicroft said the company made the “wholly unfounded (and probably defamatory) assertion” that Wall’s decision was motivated by trying to impress a supervisor. “There is no place for such spurious allegations,” he wrote, adding there was “absolutely no evidence” to suggest Wall was predisposed against the company or in any conflict of interest. “I think it important to note that in very large measure [Wall’s] conclusions regarding Meadow Creek’s unpaid wage liabilities were based on Meadow Creek’s own payroll records,” he said. He also noted the fact not all employees were found to have back pay owing was evidence Wall carefully reviewed the records and made individual assessments. Meadow Creek further argued it should have had a complaint hearing where it could crossexamine employees, but Thornicroft said given the unpaid wage entitlements were mostly based on the company’s own records, it would have been “rather futile.” (By legislation, employers do not have an absolute right to an in-person hearing.) Thornicroft dismissed the appeal, and the judgment for $51,000 including interest was certified on July 12. When no payment was forthcoming two months later, collection action began. The sawmill has long since stopped operating. The company is appealing the suspension of its timber license, imposed in February for silviculture infractions.
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COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS The Friends of the Nelson Public Library will be holding their fall book sale at a new location this year. They will be at 602 Kootenay Street in the old church building on the corner of Kootenay and Victoria streets in Nelson. Sale time times are Friday, October 26 from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, October 27 from 10 to 3 p.m. Come early for the best picks, or late for the $3 bag of books bargain from 2 to 3 p.m. on Saturday.
in a public debate at the Capitol Theatre against secular humanists Nina George and Raynald Losier (Centre for Inquiry) on October 30 at 7 p.m. The topic question: Is the Triune God of the Christian Scriptures a force for good? Admission is free (with a suggested donation to area foodbanks). Please join us as we respectfully engage in lively debate on a question with far-reaching implications and bring your questions for the Q&A period at the end.
Take part in a one day conference to accelerate local businesses through innovation. EXCELerate Kootenay business and innovation conference is Friday, October 26 at the Prestige Lakeside Resort from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission is $60 and participants can register at kast.com.
Want to get a little dancing in on Halloween? Looking for somewhere to show off that amazing costume you’ve been slaving over since last year? On Wednesday, October 31 the Vallican Whole Community Centre will be hosting a dance that’ll let your inner artist flaunt itself loudly. The trio of Stuck on Honey will be coming down from Revelstoke to spark up the evening . There’ll be a lively mix of tunes from these young, talented musicians who are quickly getting known for their musical dexterity. Featuring banjo, mandolin and guitar there’ll be foot stomping fun at the Whole that everyone is invited to come out and enjoy. The doors open at 7 p.m. and music begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10 advance and $15 at the door. Tickets are onsale online at the vallicanwhole.com, at Otters books in Nelson and at Gaia Tree Foods in Winlaw. For more information cal 250-226-7957 or visit the website. The Vallican Whole can be found deep in the Slocan Valley and the first turnoff from Highway 6 will be at Passmore. Direction signs will be out to help you get the rest of the way.
On Friday, October 26, join Investors Group and Nelson Safeway for the annual Great Pumpkin Giveaway. Pick up your pumpkin at Nelson Safeway from 2 to 6 p.m. simply by donating to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. Investors Group has started off the campaign with a $1,500 donation and Safeway will be donating the pumpkins for the fundraiser. 103.5 The Bridge will be live on location, handing out free balloons, tattoos and face painting. Grab a free hot chocolate from Grounded and be sure to say hello to our local firefighters as they’ll be on location as well.
The Nelson Refugee Committee is hosing a delicious homemade Burmese dinner to help financially support two refugees from Burma who are new to Nelson. The event begins at 6 p.m. on Saturday, October 27 at the United Church at Josephine and Silica Streets. Tickets are $15 per person or $45 for a family. Tickets can be purchased at Otter Books.
Nelson Nordic Ski Club is holding their ski swap, annual general meeting and preseason membership drive. The ski swap will be held Sunday, October 28 at the Nelson Rod and Gun Club at 701 Railway Street. Items for sale can be dropped off between 9 and 10 a.m. For more information or to help out If you would like to help out at either of these venues call 250-354-4299 or email ajpop@netidea. com or lisab05@shaw.ca.
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St. Saviour’s Anglican Church is offering tea and talent on Saturday, November 3 at 1 to 3 p.m. Admission is $5. Tea, sandwiches and cookies will be served with a smile. All seniors welcome to the monthly meeting of the Senior Citizens’ Association Branch No. 51, located at 717 Vernon Street. Meeting commences at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, November 7. Tea and goodies will be served after the meeting. Some of the activities enjoyed at the centre include bridge, crib, whist, dominos, chess and snooker. For further information, call 250-352-7078 weekday afternoons. On November 24, Annie’s Boutique going to have their fifth annual Take it Off Day party at the Nelson Trading
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Company. All it takes is eight inches. An eight inch pony tail that is! Start planning now to take it off with us in November. Through this event and the Pantene Beautiful Lengths program, you have the power to pass along a meaningful gift to a woman undergoing treatment for cancer (at no cost to her). Essentially, we’re encouraging people to donate their hair so it may be used for wigs for cancer patients. Anyone wishing to donate their hair can do so during the event. We’ll have hairdressers on site and all the supplies — we’ll even ship your donation for you. It’s that easy. Just call or visit us at Annie’s Boutique before the event to register. WORKSHOPS Ellison’s Market is offering an “everything you wanted to know about seeds and more” workshop on Saturday, October 26 with special speakers Dianne Luchtan from Laird Creek Essentials, who has been specializing in seeds for over 40 years. Joining her is John Balf from Brackenstone Herbs. These local experts will be sharing their expertise on seed saving and more. Workshop runs from 10 to 11 a.m. in the Ellison’s cafe. For more information call Ellison’s Market at 250-352-3181. The Singing Soul, led by David Hatfield, comes to Nelson for the first time. The Singing Soul is unrehearsed, spontaneous group music making, using all voice. It enables new and highly individual modes of self-expression, linking us to our authentic truth in the moment. A wide variety of clearly outlined structures are offered, for the full group, small groups, duets and soloing, each of which generates different experiences and outcomes. Pauses to talk through our learnings together are included. The first workshop Tuesday, October 30, Wednesday, October 31 and Thursday, November 1. All sessions run from 7 to 10 p.m. Workshop one will be held at 501 Carbonate Street (Former Anglican church hall). Fees are $75 for adults and $45 for students. The second workshop runs Friday, November 2 from 7 to 10 p.m., Saturday, November 3 and Sunday, November 4 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Workshop two will be held at 602 Kootenay Street (Former Presbyterian Church). Fees are $20 for Friday night only. For the whole workshop $120 for adults or $80 for students. David Hatfield is a singer, leadership consultant and facilitator, specializing in experiential, transformative education. For more
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Living with chronic pain? Need answers? There are many approaches to managing chronic pain. Join Community First Health Co-op on Tuesday, November 6 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. for a free presentation and get answers to your questions. The speakers are Dr. Joel Kailia, physician, and Mark McBride, pharmacist. The presentation will be held at the Community First Health Co-op. Space is limited. To register call 1-866-414-7766.
Is chronic or acute pain part of your life? Have you considered acupuncture as a treatment but not pursued getting it done? Here is a chance to find our more about the use of acupuncture to treat acute or chronic pain. Community First Health Coop’s next education session on Wednesday, November 14, from 12 to 1 p.m. will be with Shauna Roberston from Acupuncture and Natural Health Clinic at CFHC. Robertson is a registered traditional Chinese medicine practitioner and has been in practise for 11 years. She has an interest in sport medicine and dealing with acute and chronic pain. Bring your lunch and join us for the free education session in Robertson’s clinic on the first floor at 518 Lake Street. .
The Nelson Hospice grief support series is open to anyone experiencing grief due to the death of someone close to them. Facilitated by trained hospice volunteers, topics will include: The needs of a mourner; why grieving is different for everyone; common myths about the grieving process; resources and tools for finding hope and healing our hearts. There will be time for group discussion and sharing at your own comfort level as well as a gentle healing exploration into areas such as art therapy, journaling, walking and meditation. The series runs Thursdays from November 25 to December 20 from 10 a.m. to noon in the multipurpose room in the public health building at 33 Victoria Street. There is no cost for the series, although donations are graciously accepted. Pre-registration is required and can be done by emailing nelsonhospice@ netidea.com.
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News Council backtracks Continued from Page 1 “It’s not just the $200 or $300 of municipal taxes, but it multiplies and becomes a more substantial sum and I don’t think we were all clearly aware of that,” she said. Keber said once municipal, school and regional taxes were tallied, Bethel Christian Centre would need to pay a total of $3,400. “Being a charity, budgets are very tight and we’ve been using savings as we have been operating a bit in the red for the last few years,” said Keber. “It’s been getting a bit better, but this immediately puts on us a new burden. We are trying to be self-sufficient and suddenly we have to come up with a few thousand dollars more.” In Westnedge’s presentation to council, he questioned why the parking lots of the Granite Pointe Golf Course and the Nelson and Area Rod and Gun Club would be exempt and not the churches. “I understand the City’s predicament with lack of funds and so on,” he said. “My concern was the lack of consultation. This certainly was a change in policy and it is precedent setting.” Westnedge said he was unaware of any other community in the province that has actually instituted a similar bylaw. While some may have attempted to do the same, he said they backed away from the idea — as council ultimately did Monday. In the special council meeting following the committee of the whole meeting, council rescinded third reading of the bylaw passed this month and amended it to include the churches at last year’s amounts and to reduce Kalein Hospice’s exemption from 100 per cent to 50 per cent. Mayor John Dooley — who joined the meeting by phone from Vancouver — suggested that workshops be included in next year’s consultation process. “We’re going to review this whole process over the next year,” said Macdonald. “It seemed a bit of an unfair hardship to remove the churches for this year on such short notice. “It may be that we will make the same decision again that these smaller requests may not be considered. We don’t know what the outcome of the process will be, but I think it’s only fair to put them back in until we’ve had a chance to put this through.”
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t 14, Gary Wright made a list of personal goals. Among them: become mayor of a small town, record an album, and write a book. The first he achieved in spades, leading New Denver village council for over 22 years. The second he accomplished as a sideman. And on Saturday he’ll fulfill the third with the launch of Unrepentant: The Story of an Era, a series of vignettes that chronicle his journey from exiled American to distinguished Canadian. “One year you’re stateless and wanted by the FBI, another year you get the Queen’s Jubilee Medal for public service,” he mused in an interview this week. “Life is like that: strange and wonderful. My personal philosophy has been ‘Be yourself and chaos is bound to follow.’” Wright, 65, was born in Montana to what he describes as a “right wing, Republican family,” who taught him the value of principles — which he followed, much to their chagrin. Although his father was in the army, and he grew up in military bases around the United States, Wright rebelled and became involved with Students for a Democratic Society, a radical anti-war group. He also volunteered to take medical supplies to Vietnam, raising the ire of the American government. He first came to Canada in 1967, but “was thrown out because the people at immigration decided I would never make a good Canadian.” Undeterred, he tried again the following year. By then, he’d been placed on internal exile by the US State Department and had his passport revoked. Trying to leave the country could have resulted in a lengthy prison sentence if caught. But he took the chance anyway, and later renounced his American citizenship. His draft number had by that time come up, giving him extra incentive to stay in Canada. (Although he could have registered as a conscientious objector at one point, Wright says
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that didn’t much appeal to him.) He did a variety of jobs, including psychological research for the University of Western Ontario, supervisor at a troubled kids centre, and marriage counsellor. The latter didn’t last long because after a couple of meetings, he recommended his first clients divorce. (“They didn’t want to hear that.”) Wright became a naturalized citizen in 1974, but his attendance at the ceremony in Vancouver was “necessarily brief ” because he was a cabbie at the time, and “double-parked the cab in order to run into the courthouse to pick up my papers — but it was still memorable.” The year after he and his first wife moved to New Denver. They’d visited friends in nearby Hills and concluded it would be a good place to raise a family. Wright was on the road a lot, however, playing guitar in rock bands and later, once he “couldn’t turn somersaults on stage anymore,” country and western groups. His first taste of local government came in the mid-1980s on the local recreation commission, and then in 1989 he was tapped by mayor Ken Casley to fill a vacancy on council, minutes before the nomination deadline. A few months later Casley resigned for health reasons and Wright took his place, remaining until retirement last year. Soon after he began working on the book. Story continues to ‘Writing’ on Page 13
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Continued from Page 12 Wright has contributed to magazines and newspapers before and authored a book about New Denver’s Appletree sandwich shop, but says writing about himself was different and fun. “I’ve been thinking about this for a lifetime so once I stopped writing memos and got into a different style that’s fairly natural to me, it just came. You don’t have to work a lot on plot.” The book includes a chapter by Corky Evans, another American emigre to the Slocan Valley who made it big in Canadian politics, providing what Wright calls a “stereoscopic look at a couple of people the United States spit out who did not too badly up here.” The book launch is Saturday at the Appletree from 2 to 4 p.m. Readings and signings are also scheduled for Saturday, November 10 at 3 p.m. at the Vallican Whole; Sunday, November 25 at 1 p.m. at the Slocan library; and Saturday, December 1 at the Nakusp library. Copies are already available in Nelson at Otter and Coles books and it’s available for download as a Kindle ebook. Wright has further produced a limited edition with a soundtrack CD, consisting of songs he and wife DJ recorded that fit the book’s storyline.
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Whitewater Ski Resort put the first mark on its snow accumulation chart this week.
“I know a lot of people are jonesing for a day on the slopes.” Anne Pigeon On Tuesday, the local hill received seven centimeters of snow and another five fell the next day. The blanket of white was a happy sight for Whitewater marketing and operations general manager Anne Pigeon. “Early snow is always a good thing, and hopefully it continues,” Pigeon said. Last year, the first snowfall came on October 25 and by the end of the season the resort built up its biggest snowpack in 10 years, with a base of 1,225 cm. “We usually get a few good storms at the hill before Halloween,” Pigeon
said. “The general rule of thumb is the third one sticks. So we might see the ground again before it really starts piling up.” Next week the Whitewater food truck will move to its winter home at the base of the Glory Chair — but not before serving its Pow Chow at the Nelson Nordic Ski Club’s annual ski swap this Sunday. Pigeon said crews at the hill are just putting the final touches on projects they started over the summer — including renovations at the lodge, a parking lot expansion and carving out a few new runs on the Glory side. They’re starting to look forward to staff training and getting ready for opening day on December 1. “I know a lot of people are jonesing for a day on the slopes,” Pigeon said. “As soon as the weather starts to turn, they’re saying, ‘okay it’s time.’ They have their season’s pass and want to use it.” Pigeon, too, is counting down the days on her calendar. “I’m looking forward to seeing everyone up at the mountain. It’s not too long now.”
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Dateline October 2, 1962
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Fun for KIDS and ADULTS of ALL ages... Famous HAUNTED Maze… • Games in every classroom: Fishing Pond, Cake Walk, Jack O Lantern Contest • Chili Dinner, drinks and bake sale in the gym • Find out what’s in your future with our FORTUNE TELLER. • Wicked Fireworks at the end of the Night All funds raised go to the Blewett PAC and support student activities Tickets for all events can be purchased on the day of the event… To purchase tickets in advance contact Colette Senger 250.359.2946 or email: cmsenger@shaw.ca
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wo red brick chimneys stood as sentinels over the smoldering ruins of the once proud $30,000 Nelson Golf and Country Club clubhouse Sunday afternoon. Fire of undetermined origin destroyed the 40-year old building in a roaring holocaust Sunday morning as all the firefighters could do was become spectators watching the flames lap up the frame building. Lack of a major water supply at the golf course and the nearest fire hydrant three blocks away ended any thoughts of trying to extinguish the blaze. The clubhouse building had originally been the Dekinder farm house which was purchased along with a section of the Dekinder ranch shortly after the First World War. Since then the building has been enlarged and renovated several times.
Dateline October 5, 1962
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fter seven years of building and promises, official opening ceremonies of the Kinnaird-Christina Lake highway will take place today. With completion of Paulson Bridge the last link in the cutoff highway has been completed. Highways Minister P.A. Gaglardi, in the absence of Premier W.A.C. Bennett, will cut the ribbon. Construction of the cutoff began in 1955 at the western end and 1956 for the eastern end. The new 45.23 mile highway has been termed one of the finest in North America, equal in construction standards to any in the
United States. The summit is an elevation of 5,040 feet and Paulson Bridge, spanning McRae Creek, has an overall length of 845 feet and is 367 feet above the creek.
Dateline October 19, 1962
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resident Ernie Cook of the Western International Hockey League announced in Trail that the league has ceased operations. One of the most colorful leagues in Canadian history has folded up after more than 60 years of hockey in eastern British Columbia. The decision to fold after the Rossland Warriors club withdrew because of their inability to obtain a playercoach and other difficulties. The situation left the league with only two teams, the Trail Smoke Eaters and the Kimberley Dynamiters. The Nelson Leafs dropped out of the league earlier this year.
Dateline October 23, 1962
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resident Kennedy ordered a U.S. “quarantine” blockade of Cuba Monday night, saying the Soviet Union is sending Cuba offensive weapons, capable of raining nuclear destruction on all the Americas. Kennedy spoke in a grim nation-wide radio-television address in which he disclosed that, despite Soviet assurances to the contrary, offensive atomic missiles site are being built in Cuba and Soviet jet bombers
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Dateline October 30, 1962
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41 year-old industry which pumped about $120,000 in wages annually into the economic blood stream of the city will discontinue operation November 30. W.W. Powell Lumber Co. Ltd. announced that, after a weekend directors meeting here of the parent company, Eddy Match Company Ltd., the last white pine match block company in the British Commonwealth will shut down. Suspension of the operation leaves North America with only a plant in Tacoma Washington, producing pine match blocks for the one-time essential of every kitchen, “the long household match. Replacing the round-headed household match, in which white pine was used, is the square splint household match out of poplar wood. The latter has been in production for some time by the parent company at its home base at Pembroke Ontario. The future of the equipment and the plant itself, at the foot of Stanley Street, is unknown.
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capable of carrying nuclear weapons have arrived there. Speedy developments amid an atmosphere of deep crisis followed the President’s announcement. Canada said it no longer will allow Soviet planes bound for Cuba and the Caribbean to land at Canadian air bases, such as Gander Nfld.
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A dangerous obsession The Friends of the Library book sale targets the weak!
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y name is Anne, and I’m a bookaholic. It started with The Little Engine that Could and The Story of Ferdinand, books I insisted on sleeping with. Birthdays, Christmas: Books were what I wanted. Through my grade school days of horse obsession (everything by Marguerite Henry) to my junior high days of boy obsession (everything by Paul Zindel) and into my more adult days of literary obsession (everything), I have always been a bookaholic. Life intruded somewhat as I grew up and became mobile; I couldn’t take it all with me, so I discovered used bookstores and swapped when I could. I curtailed my collection obsession significantly in the three years I owned Packrat Annie’s; I had to eat, after all, so I couldn’t be taking all the books home. When I worked for Oliver’s books (the precursor to Otter), again I managed to leave most of the books on the shelf. Working concurrently at the library helped: I could feed my reading habit and keep my literary packrat habit at bay. For a while, it seemed my little problem was under control. It wasn’t until I started touring as a writer that I again dipped my toe in the
seductive waters of book collection. I had kept my problem at bay for years; now, the downward slope was slippery indeed. I was meeting all these fabulous authors; I had to have their books! And so I bought a bookshelf. And filled it. And bought another.
I admit, I’m a sucker for a well-used cookbook, because you know it’s going to be good! Ever the recycler, when not supporting authors and bookstores, I’m happy to buy used books as well, and we have two excellent stores here in Nelson. My favourite opportunity for used books happens twice a year — favourite, because I get to buy books and support the library. It’s the Friends of the Library semi-annual book sale, coming up this Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Most of the books, DVDs, and audiobooks in the sale are donated by people like me: book collectors who have decided to — needed to — downsize. The books may be in new or gently used condition (I’ve been known to buy Christmas presents at the book sale; don’t tell anyone),
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or they can be rare finds. I admit, I’m a sucker for a well-used cookbook, because you know it’s going to be good. There’s something, too, about a beautiful old book given to Tommy on his birthday in 1963 by Grandma. For me, older is better; I can feel the stories of the readers amongst the pages, too. The Friends of the Library are friends indeed: They’ve gone through boxes and boxes of books, weeded out the sketchy ones (see our “free” bin in the lobby), and sorted them by subject to make browsing easy. It’s a lot of work. This year, the new location in the Old Church Hall at 602 Kootenay Street makes for easier browsing, too. If you really have a bookshelf to fill, at 2 p.m. on Saturday you can fill a bag-o-books for three bucks, too. The Friends Book Sale may be a dangerous thing, and you should be warned. There’s no question that it’s habitforming, and may result in a reading obsession leading to undone housework and sagging bookshelves. But as addictions go, there are worse ones to have than this. Anyone know where to find some bricks and boards?
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t was about 3pm by the time we started off to the camp, making our way slowly into the dunes. In the hour it took to get there, I was enchanted by the beauty of the red sand, the curves and shapes of the dunes, made more interesting by the changing light and shadow. By the time we got to the camp, it was dusk and we dismounted our trusty steeds, where they gracefully settled themselves for the night. The camp was indeed rustic. It was very cold and we were greeted by the men who were to cook for us that evening, welcoming us with a cup of Moroccan tea. It was pretty cold so we huddled around the table, sitting on mats around a low table. We were served chicken tajine and fruit, and of course, the delicious mint tea we have become so accustomed to. As in Canada, everything tastes so good when you are camping and you are ravenous! After dinner, we took the blankets off our camels to wrap ourselves in while we sat in the total darkness under a clear sky resplendent with bright stars. As is customary in Morocco, the drums came out and both the shepherds and the camp caretakers sat with us and we played and sang together under the night sky. At some point, I have no idea of the time, we made our way into our tents and went to sleep. It was magic. We arose at early light, in time to climb to the top of a sand dune to watch the sunrise, and then mounted our camels and made the journey back to the edge of the desert for breakfast at the auberge where we left our van. Next stop, the High Atlas mountains....
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Big Win for Juniors
Leafs crush Beaver Valley BOB HALL Nelson Star Editor
It’s a lopsided victory the Nelson Junior Leafs don’t expect when they travel south to Fruitvale, but after a 10-3 drubbing of the Beaver Valley Nitehawks Tuesday night the locals are riding high.
“We will see them again soon and we are already looking forward to that game.” Frank Maida
KIJHL Stats League Standings Neil Murdoch Division TEAM GP W Nelson 15 9 Castlegar 14 7 Beaver Valley 13 7 Spokane 14 4 Grand Forks 15 1
L 5 4 4 9 13
T 1 3 1 1 0
OTL 0 0 1 0 1
P 19 17 16 9 3
Eddie Mountain Division TEAM GP W Fernie 14 9 Kimberley 14 9 Golden 12 6 Columbia Val. 16 6 Creston Valley 12 4
L 4 5 5 9 6
T 0 0 0 0 0
OTL 1 0 1 1 2
P 19 18 13 13 10
Okanagan Division TEAM GP Osoyoos 14 Princeton 13 Summerland 13 Kelowna 13 Penticton 13
W 12 7 5 5 4
L 2 6 7 8 9
T 0 0 0 0 0
OTL 0 0 1 0 0
P 24 14 11 10 8
Doug Birks Division TEAM GP N. Okanagan 13 Sicamous 13 Kamloops 13 Revelstoke 13 Chase 15
W 10 8 8 6 4
L 2 1 2 5 10
T 0 2 1 1 0
OTL 1 2 2 1 1
P 21 20 19 14 9
Leafs Head Coach
“It’s the biggest win of the season so far,” said Leafs head coach Frank Maida. “We have been outshooting teams from day one and haven’t been rewarded. Last night [Tuesday] we continued to outshoot them and finally [we] were rewarded.” You would have to search a long way back in the record books to find such a decisive smackdown in the Nitehawks’ home arena. The perennial Kootenay International Junior Hockey League champs don’t lose too many at home and rarely get run out of their own barn. “I’m not sure when the last time that happened, but it was a great victory,” said Maida. “The boys played well and were focused from the start of the game.” From the first shift, the Leafs held the edge. Veteran forward James Sorrey started the onslaught 26 seconds into the contest when he beat Nitehawks starter Zach Perehudoff. Then the Leafs kept the foot on the gas, scoring three more times — Kevin
Sam Van Schie photo
Nelson Junior Leafs captain Colton Schell scored a goal and added two assists against the Nitehawks in Tuesday night’s 10-3 win in Fruitvale. The veteran forward currently sits third in KIJHL scoring.
Bow, Sorrey and Jacob Boyczuk — before eight minutes had gone by. “The key was our preparation. They handed it to us the last time we went into that building because we weren’t ready,” Maida said of the Leafs’ last visit where they lost 8-2 in late September. “Our focus was our preparation and it started right from the first shift.” The four goals on nine shots chased Perehudoff from the Beaver Valley net and sent backup Travis Beekhuizen into the fray. Just over 10 minutes into the opening period, Nitehawks forward Brad Gaboury scored on the powerplay when he beat Nelson starter Brett Soles. But five minutes after that Leafs captain Colton Schell restored the fourgoal lead. Any between-period pep talk in the Nitehawks’ dressing room was for not when
the puck dropped on the middle stanza. Damin Devlin increased the lead to five just over a minute in. Former Leafs defenceman Walker Sidoni responded with one, but Nelson blueliner Seth Schmidt made the score 7-2 before the end of the second. The Leafs added three more in the final period — Greg Nickel, Devlin and Aaron Dunlap — to bring stat-night to an end. The Leafs outshot the Nitehawks 46-22. “It helps with the boys feeling they can go into Beaver Valley and do it again,” Maida said of what the victory will mean for the rest of the season. “But it’s a one-game-at-a-time situation and right now we are just worried about the next period [against Grand Forks on Thursday] and will continue to grow each period as a team.”
Though it’s safe to assume the Nitehawks will rebound from the loss, Maida said his team can continue to show its might the next time the teams meet on November 2 at the Nelson and District Community Complex. “We will see them again soon and we are already looking forward to that game,” said Maida. “We will go in with that same kind of gameplan and see if we can continue to dominate in their rink.” The victory put the Leafs alone atop the Neil Murdoch Division for the first time this season and was the team’s third win in a row. They traveled to Grand Forks on Thursday night (after Star deadline) to take on the Border Bruins. They return to the Nelson and District Community Complex Saturday at 7 p.m. to take on the Doug Birks Division’s Kamloops Storm.
UPCOMING GAMES FRIDAY, October 26 Creston Valley at Golden Osoyoos at Revelstoke Castlegar at Spokane Kamloops at Chase Kimberley at Princeton Penticton at Summerland Beaver Valley at Grand Forks SATURDAY, October 27 Kamloops at Nelson, 7 p.m. NDCC Golden at Fernie Chase at Sicamous Columbia Valley at Spokane North Okanagan at Revelstoke Summerland at Kelowna Grand Forks at Creston Valley Kimberley at Osoyoos SUNDAY, October 28 Columbia Valley at Beaver Valley Kelowna at Osoyoos Kimberley at Penticton Golden at Creston Valley Kamloops at Castlegar
Nelson Leafs Leaders
PLAYER Colton Schell Colton McCarthy Jacob Boyczuk Seth Schmidt Carson Willians Linden Horswill Matthew Naka Bryce Nielsen Aaron Dunlap
LEAFS HOCKEY
HOME SAT. OCT. 27th 7:00 PM
HOME FRI. NOV. 2nd 7:00 PM
HOME SUN. NOV. 4th 2:30 PM
vs. Kamloops Storm
vs. Beaver Valley Nitehawks
vs. Sicamous Eagles
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Position Forward Forward Forward Defence Forward Forward Forward Forward Forward
GP 15 15 14 15 14 15 15 11 14
G 8 11 5 4 2 4 4 6 3
A 15 4 7 8 10 6 6 3 6
P 23 15 12 12 12 10 10 9 9
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High School
Bombers claim Kootenay cross country titles
THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NELSON
NOTICE OF PERMISSIVE PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS List of Properties that are proposed for tax exemption for the years indicated under Section 224(2) of the Community Charter SCHEDULE ‘A’ 100% TAX EXEMPTIONS FOR THE 10-YEARS 2013 TO 2022 INCLUSIVE Organization
Civic Address
Permissive Tax Exemption Years
Proposed Estimated Municipal Taxes 2013
Estimated Municipal Taxes 2014
Estimated Municipal Taxes 2015
Nelson & District Boy Scouts & Girl Guides
310 Cedar Street, Nelson
100%
2013 to 2022
466
475
485
Nelson & District Rod & Gun Club
801 Railway Street
100%
2013 to 2022
7,087
7,229
7,373
Curling Club
302 Cedar Street
100%
2013 to 2022
17,834
18,191
18,554
Capitol Theatre Restoration Society
421 Victoria Street
100%
2013 to 2022
8,307
8,473
8,643
Nelson & District Museum, Archive and Art Gallery
502 Vernon Street
100%
2013 to 2022
18,725
19,100
19,481
SCHEDULE ‘B’ 100%TAX EXEMPTIONS FOR THE 1-YEAR 2013
Competing in the senior division, Trafalgar Middle School’s Maya Ida (green) dashes to the end of the Wednesday race at Nelson’s L.V. Rogers. Bob Hall photo BOB HALL
Organization
Civic Address
Permissive Tax Exemption
Year
Estimated Municipal Taxes 2013
Ascension Lutheran Church
1805 Silver King Rd.
100%
2013
595
Cathedral of Mary Immaculate
813 Ward Street
100%
2013
169
Evangelical Covenant Church
702 Stanley Street
100%
2013
144
Evangelical Lutheran Church
300 Silica Street
100%
2013
507
First Baptist Church
611 Fifth Street
100%
2013
358
Kootenay Christian Fellowship
812 Stanley Street
100%
2013
220
Jehovah’s Witnesses of Nelson
2121 Falls Street
100%
2013
574
Nelson United Church
602 Silica Street
100%
2013
183
Bethel Christian Centre
623 Gordon Street
100%
2013
365
Bethel Christian Centre
Lot 1 1004 Third Street Lot 2 1004 Third Street
100%
2013
758
St. Saviours Anglican Cathedral
723 Ward Street
100%
2013
265
Kootenay Advocacy Network
620 Nelson Avenue
100%
2013
1,776
Kootenay Kids Society
312 Silica Street
100%
2013
3,428
Nelson & District Housing Society
805 Nelson Avenue
100%
2013
3,146
Nelson Kiwanis Projects Society
824 Sixth Street
100%
2013
4,736
Nelson Kiwanis Projects Society
509 Gordon Avenue
100%
2013
2,952
West Kootenay Women’s Association
420 Mill Street
100%
2013
1,109
Nelson Star Editor
The L.V. Rogers Bombers cross country team dominated the East/West Kootenay Championship on Wednesday afternoon at the local high school. Competing against all the high schools in the East and West Kootenay on the trails above LVR, the locals qualified two teams of boys for the provincial championships, taking the onetwo position with Prince Charles Secondary of Creston finishing third. The LVR girls topped the female team event. In the boys division, Grade 9 Micah May crossed the finish line first and Walker Dempster finished third. On the girls side Maddy Murphy of LVR finished second and Taylor Wilson of Kaslo’s J.V. Humphries took third. The cross country provincial championships will be held in Prince George on November 3.
Thank You The Kootenay Book Weekend 2012 was another successful event. The volunteer organizers would like to thank the following supporters for their contributions:
Taghum Beach B & B Best Western Baker Street Inn Bracewell’s Booksmyth Carol Allan Coles Book Store Culinary Conspiracy Jennie’s Book Garden Kay Stewart Kokanee Physiotherapy Marianne Bond Marie Berg Mountain Baby Otter Books Pack Rat Annie’s
Selkirk College The Royal Club Theatre Through the Looking Glass Virginia Clover. We would also like to express gratitude to the following for help with promotion of the event : CBC Radio Pennywise The Nelson Star The Bridge In the Koots Nelson Public Library
We value your interest in this community event
SCHEDULE ‘C’ PARTIAL TAX EXEMPTIONS FOR THE 1-YEAR 2013 Organization
Civic Address
Permissive Tax Exemption
Year
Estimated Municipal Taxes 2013
Granite Pointe Golf Club
1123 West Richards Street
100% of improvement value excluding the clubhouse portion of the improvement value; 100% of land value
2013
7,992
Nelson CARES Society
567 Ward Street
65% of Residential land and improvement values
2013
2,612
Kalein Hospice Centre Society
402 West Richards St Parcel A 402 West Richards St Parcel B
50% of land and improvements
2013
2,149
Eleos Centre Ministries
711 Tenth Street
50% of land not statutorily exempt
2013
157
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
222 West Richards
Exemption to exclude 25% of the total value of land (total of statutorily and permissive tax exemption together to equal 75% of total land value)
2013
950
Salvation Army
601 Vernon Street
50% of improvements not statutorily exempt; 100% 2013 of land not statutorily exempt
3,897
Please address enquiries to: City of Nelson – Chief Financial Officer 101 - 310 Ward Street, Nelson, B.C., V1L 5S4 Tel: (250) 352-8235 Fax: (250) 352-2131 email: cmcclure@nelson.ca
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60 Days til Christmas
Pastor Arden Gustafson–Nelson Covenant Church 60 days! Can you believe it? Only 60 days left before Christmas! Next week as the Halloween candy and decorations are removed from the stores, you can bet that Christmas “stuff ” will be everywhere. We’ll be informed by every news outlet what this year’s “must have” toys, clothes, decorations, etc. are. We’ll try to juggle Christmas parties with Christmas programs throwing in a generous helping of Christmas shopping where we’ll try to find the perfect Christmas present. I’m already tired... Do you ever just wonder what we are celebrating? And why we start so early? It seems like Christmas comes sooner every year, and arrives with a dark side. Don’t get me wrong, I love Christmas! I love and cherish the excitement and anticipation that come during the Christmas season. As a Christian I marvel at the miracle of Jesus’ birth. It is yearly season of wonderment at the love of God who sent His
Evangelical
Covenant Church Loving Jesus, Loving People, Transforming Lives
Nelson 702 Stanley St. • 352.9613 Sundays at 10:00 am Pastor Arden Gustafson Pastor Chris Wiens
Balfour 7741 Upper Balfour Rd. • 229.2301 Sundays at 9:30 am Pastor Jason Ashley
Playmor Junction 2840 Eden Rd. • 359.5065 Sundays at 10:00 am Pastor Jesse Lerch
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Anglican Church of Canada St. Saviour's ProCathedral Ward & Silica, Nelson Family Service & Eucharist Sunday 10:30 AM
St. Matthew's Village Road, South Slocan Sunday 9:30 AM (No service third Sunday) Office: 8am - 1pm Tue - Fri
250.352.5711 St. Michael & All Angels stsaviours@netidea.com Busk Road Balfour www.stsavioursnelson.org Sunday 11 AM
The Salvation Army Nelson Community Church
Sunday Worship Service at 11:00 am Everyone is Welcome Your Pastors:
Majors Robin and Yvonne Borrows 250 551 4986
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CATHEDRAL OF MARY IMMACULATE 813 Ward Street 352-7131 Sunday Mass Times: • Saturday 7:00pm • Sunday 8:30 am and 10:30 am Parish office open Tuesday – Friday 9:00 am - noon rccathedral@shaw.ca • www.catholiccathedralnelson.ca
only Son for us. But Christmas also has it’s dark side of overcommitment, overspending, overeating and over-stressing. We feel so much pressure to make this season “perfect”. We’ll pore over catalogues and spend hours online and in stores anxious about finding that one thing that will make those we love happy. In the end we almost always feel a bit of disappointment that the season passed without any change from the year before, or the year before that. So this year, you and I have enough time now in October to think about “doing” Christmas differently. Here are some ideas: Pack a shoebox for Operation Christmas Child which helps children around the world experience some joy at Christmas. Get your children involved if you have them. As an idea, pack one per child or grandchild and bring the boxes to your church by mid November. Contact the Salvation Army about ringing $ )ULHQGO\ %LEOH their Christmas Bell on &HQWUH &KXUFK Baker Street or at the Mall. Help them pack Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 am hampers for families in need in our community. “What Is Your Attitude?” Bless them with some Also: “Fall Harvest Party Wed. Oct 31 5:00 pm.” financial help. 623 Gordon Rd. Nelson BC V1L 5X6 Invite someone who Phone 250-352-9322 • Pastor Rev. Ken H. Keber is alone this year 5HIUHVKPHQWV DUH VHUYHG DIWHU WKH VHUYLFH to your Christmas $ŋ OLDWHG ZLWK WKH 3HQWHFRVWDO $VVHPEOLHV RI &DQDGD
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The L.V. Rogers Bombers field hockey team moved closer to a shot at a provincial title after downing Castlegar’s Stanley Humphries Secondary 3-0 Tuesday afternoon. Fuelled by great goaltending by ‘keeper Tara Yowek, the Bombers topped their rivals on a sloppy Pass Creek field in the semi-final to set up the match against powerhouse Rossland Secondary. Sarah Wade, Allie Zondervan and Paige Mansveld scored the goals for the Bombers. The final was played at Pass Creek near Castlegar on Thursday (past Star deadline). The West Kootenay champion gets an automatic berth in the provincials which will be held in Burnaby November 6 to 9. The loser of the final game still has an opportunity to make it through the back door if they win a game against Fraser Valley in Kelowna on October 30. The West Kootenay junior finals — which will include a squad from LVR and Trafalgar Middle School — is slated for October 29 at Pass Creek. 10 ft
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Central Interior BC HVAC & Electrical company is seeking a journeyman Refrigeration Mechanic. Experience in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration is an asset. We offer competitive wages and beneďŹ ts. If you enjoy the challenges of a variety of work including service, maintenance, and installs, and enjoy living in a community offering the best of outdoor activities, then we many be a perfect ďŹ t for you. Please respond with resume, including references to Fax: 250-398-9099 or email to: horizonclimatecontrols@ shawbiz.ca Required for an Alberta Trucking Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road. Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta. Fax resumes to: 780-725-4430 SUTCO Contracting Ltd. requires a qualiďŹ ed Chip Hauler, based in Grand Forks. The position requires min. 2 yrs exp. inclusive of mountain driving, clean abstract and ability to cross-shift working days and evenings. We offer extended beneďŹ ts, e-logs, satellite dispatch and steady work with direct deposit, pension plan after 1 yrs employment. Fax: 250357-2009 Tel: 250-357-2612 Ext: 230 or apply online; www.sutco.ca Wanted Person to hang doors, to cut out for lites cut downs & other misc jobs MUST BE RELIABLE Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Windows & Doors Ask for Lynn 250-399-0079
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The Kootenay Area OfďŹ ce of the Heart and Stroke Foundation is looking for leadership volunteers. These unpaid positions will provide you with the opportunity to work with people in your community. This is a great chance to build your resume while developing a variety of marketable skills. Willing to train committed volunteers in Excel and Word. Contact Nancy at nliknes@hsf.bc.ca or (250) 505-5342 WILLOW Home Gallery is seeking a dynamic individual with exceptional experience and skills in design, sales, and retail to assist in the running of a successful home decor shop in Kaslo. Call 250 353 2257
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http://www.westernforest.com/building-value/our-people-employment/careers It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of a wonderful man, Brother, Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Uncle and friend. With his family by his side at Jubilee Manor, in Nelson, Frank passed away quietly on Friday afternoon October 12th, after fighting many health issues. Frank was born and raised in Nelson, BC. His parents were Arthur and Violet, and oldest brother to Bob and Nita. They lived in town and enjoyed the summers on the North Shore. He went to school in Nelson, until he left to join the Navy. During his time with the Navy, he was part of the Queenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Honor Guard. He met his wife Carole in Victoria and soon after getting married moved back to his home town of Nelson. Frank and Carole lived in the family summer home on the North Shore of Nelson and made their permanent home. There they raised their four children. Frank and Carole were extremely involved in the curling community. They helped organized the Annual Midsummer Bonspiel for many years. Then they would escape for a week on their boat and camp and fish along Kootenay Lake, and would take off to the lake every chance they got. Frank worked for Palm Dairies for many years, and then retired when Dairy Land closed the office. Frank and Carole moved to Crawford Bay in 1991, where they both enjoyed golfing in Riondel and Kokanee Springs. Frank became a starter on Number 1 Tee Box at Kokanee Springs after retirement. There he worked for 17 years; and enjoyed every minute of it. He enjoyed meeting people and they enjoyed meeting him. Frank and Carole developed many strong friendships. Frank had a wonderful voice, and loved to sing and whistle. Everyone who met Frank loved him; he touched a lot of lives and will be missed terribly and never forgotten. Frank is survived by his wonderful wife Carole (Holmberg )( it would have been their 56th Wedding Anniversary on October 13th, 2012), his Sister Nita, (Terry, Lori, Kelly), his Brother Bob (Lois, Ray and Michelle), Daughter Tracy (Jeff) Children- Cassandra, Christopher, and Tyler; Son Rory (Donna) Children Alisha, Tanya, and Zach; Son Rob(Joy) Children Richelle and Matthew; Son Gary (Laura) Children Christopher, Sarah and Tierra along with 5 ½ Great grandchildren, and many cousins. He was loved and will be missed by all. We would like to take this time to thank the Doctor, Nurses and Staff at Jubilee Manor for taking such good care of our beloved Frank, and making him comfortable. There will be a Celebration of Life for Frank May 18 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 19th 2013 at Carole and Frankâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s house on Crawford Creek Road. As an expression of sympathy family and friends may make donations to Jubilee Manor 500 Beasley St. W. Nelson, BC. On line condolences may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd.
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Nelson and District Hospice Society (serving Nelson and the East Shore) JOB POSTING: P/T Executive Director (22 hours per week/$22 per hour) Duties include: –Administration (Governance, Advocacy and Funding) –Volunteer coordination and Training –Client Services Previous experience in the non-profit sector and knowledge of the philosophy of Hospice/Palliative Care is essential. An understanding of the role of Advisory Committees and Board of Directors preferred. Information about our organization as well as a complete job description is available at www.nelsonhospice.org Application closing date: Friday, November 9, 2012 Mail resume to: Chairperson Nelson and District Hospice Society Box 194, Nelson, BC V1L 5P9 or by email at nelsonhospice@netidea.com No phone calls please. Only selected candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in Nelson and District Hospice Society.
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Deluxe 2 bdrm 2 storey Apt in heritage building, above professional office. Quiet central location. Hardwood floors, large balcony, yard & parking. N/S N/P Avail Nov 1st $825/m + util. Ref 354-4861 NELSON: Gyro Park, Lake View Apartment. 1 or 2 bdrm, private entrance, shared laundry, clawfoot tub and internet. Semi-furnished, if needed. Park-like setting. NS/ NP References required. Available Nov 1st $1,050/mo all inclusive. 352-0776 or 505-7650
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Homes for Rent 1 bdrm trailer avail. now W/D, quiet park 7 min to Nelson Granite Rd $600/m + util Trevor 250 354-8409 3 bdrm, 1 bath on private acrege @ 4 mile aval immed $1200/m + util 250 551-0647 BRENTWOOD BAY. 3 BDRM, 2 bath, new appliances, 1000 + util/mon, no smoking or pets. 250-365-1005 Great for couple/family! Perfect Uphill location, 3-4 bdrm, new appliances, bright, wd floors, fenced yard, off street parking, NS/NP. $1200 + utls. Avai Nov 1! 250 505-9759
Shared Accommodation House to share, 3 bdrm on private acreage @ 4 mile, hot tub $550/m util included skiers welcome 250 551-0647 ROOMMATE WANTED to share 2 Bdrm Suite in South Castlegar $470/mth + 1/2 damage, includes utilities, cable/wifi. Working or student only, N/S, No partiers. Room is unfurnished, W/D, TV in otherwise furnished suite. Phone 250-304-4649
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Want to Rent Nelson: 2 working males need a 2 bdrm rental for Nov. 1st or 15th. $800-$1000/m Adam @ 250 777-2908 Nelson: Male, 49 yrs on CPP disability requires shared accom ASAP $400/m all inclu max. Quiet, considerate & caring, w/good ref Ted 352-9876 Nelson: Male on-line student req long term rental within city limits. Can spend max $650/m all inclu. Reliable, clean, nonpartier. Good ref avail Tyler 352-9641 Nelson: Single woman in 40’s req accom in town. $450./m max including utilities. Quiet, responsible with good ref. Deborah @ 352-9876
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Office/Retail 507 Vernon Street Office Space offering 3000 square feet on 2 floors with option to expand. Available Jan 1, 2013. Some parking available. Call 250-352-3165 NELSON: near Nelson Ford, 300sq ft office space Available October 1st. $450/mo incl. utilities. Call 250-825-4700
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Legal Notices Looking for a dynamic individual to fill out our team in the flooring division of Maglio Building Centre. We have promoted one of our all stars upstairs to our contract sales division and need to augment our staff. If you have a penchant for design and enjoy working with new and innovative products as well as the old standbys – this would be a great opportunity. We do a lot of merchandising, arithmetic, and cleaning… all part of the job. From cash and carry to full home packages and commercial jobs – believe me – we are never bored! This position is part time with the possibility of full-time in the future. If this sounds interesting, please email a letter indicating why you think you would be an amazing fit to: wendi@maglio.ca. Phone calls are discouraged and dropping off personally would not help your chances of being the successful candidate.
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NOTICE OF INTENT Pursuant to section 47.1 of the Forest Act; Kevin Marr, holder of Woodlot Licence 1702 on Perry Ridge in the Slocan Valley, hereby gives notice of his intention to remove the private land (approximately 20 hectares) “Block 10 – District Lot # 381 – Lot A” near the Village of Slocan, from the licence. Any inquiries regarding this matter must be received in writing by Nov 23, 2012 in order to be considered. They must be sent to the licensee at PO Box 72, Slocan, BC V0G 2C0. Details of this private land deletion can be obtained from the licensee by contacting him at the address indicated, or by telephoning him at 250-355-2468.
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Halloween Warm-Up
Megan Cole photo
Goblins, zombies, vampires and their prey were in attendance at this month’s special Nelson Public Library Wild and Wacky Wednesday event for local teenagers. This month in celebration of Halloween, teens were given tips and techniques for creating the best spooky and gruesome faces in addition to pumpkin carving.
Baker Street 1977
Baker Street Now
Baker Street Future
The future is in our hands- Let’s all commit to supporting our local businesses, so we can ensure a strong, vibrant and sustainable community.
Think Local First… Shop Nelson and Area. Photo credit Touchstones Nelson: Courtesy of Touchstones Nelson
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News Chamber of Commerce 250.352.7861 2124 Ymir Road www.nelsonvet.com
Special workshop looks towards a retail makeover
250.352.7178 520 C Falls Street Nelson (Above Savoy Bowling Lanes) Open Tues - Sat.: 12:00 - 5:00pm View our current animals available for adoption and check out the new Lost & Found section on our website!
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BOB HALL Nelson Star Editor
In order to stay competitive in today’s rapidly changing retail environment, one of the best tools for success for business owners is information. On Monday the Nelson and District Chamber of Commerce and Nelson and Area Economic Development Partnership is bringing in one of the best retail minds in North America. Barbara Crowhurst will be delivering a workshop called Retail Makeover: Keys to Retail Success and Best Practices. “We all know that the world is changing,” said Chamber manager Tom Thomson. “We are trying to make sure that local retailers are staying as competitive as possible.” Crowhurst will be speaking about effective marketing. At the core of this basic strategy is bringing new customers into your store and increasing the number of times existing customers come in to your store. Key points Crowhurst covers are: Defining your market place, what is your potential customer base, knowing who your competition is, using technology effectively, social media, website, your customer data base, today’s traditional advertising and how best to maximize it effectively, using a POS system, creating a promotional calendar and the best marketing practices for retail success in today’s economy. “She will be able to provide people with tools they may already doing, but other ones may not be,” said Thomson. Crowhurst is a retail specialist, business coach, writer, international speaker and trainer. Her comprehensive and detailed approach to retail comes from years of working in the industry. The workshop is set for Monday, October 29 at the Prestige Lakeside Resort from 1 to 4 p.m. CORRECTION John Ferguson is an RCMP corporal, not a constable as stated in a caption on page 23 last Friday.
A Black Top Affair Paving work continued on the highway overpass in the south end of the city this Bob Hall photo week as crews put down the new blacktop.
Pets Available for Adoption For info call 250-551-1053 or visit www.kaap.ca
ADOPT TODAY!! HALLOWE’EN TIPS tto keep your pets safe!
LARGE VIEW LOT Prime lake and city view property conveniently located on Douglas Rd in Fairview. A 2-bedroom, 1½-storey house on a spacious .21-acre family property. This solid house could use some cosmetic upgrades but well worth it with this lot and location. Wayne Germaine 250.354.2814 wayne@valhallapathrealty.com
$239,900
Call Wayne THE GREAT OUTDOORS
Robert Goertz 250.354.8500 robert@valhallapathrealty.com www.kootenayconnector.com
A log home overlooking Kootenay Lake that sits on 17 private acres and has a large detached workshop, and custom built kitchen is your opportunity to enjoy the incredible lifestyle that the Kootenays has to offer.
$395,000
Call Robert HOUSE & 14 ACRES IN VALLICAN
Norm Zaytsoff 250.354.8584 norm@valhallapathrealty.com
$315,000
3-bdrm, full basement home on long established acreage on Slocan River Rd. Unique interior finishing with newer kitchen, wood floors and original stained glass works. Large garden area, many mature fruit trees. Reliable gravity water system. Price just reduced by $20,000 to $315,000.
Call Norm or Lev STEPS FROM DOWNTOWN
BEST PRICE BY FAR FOR RARE QUALITY LAKEFRONT
Kootenay Animal Assistance Program Society (KAAP)
Lev Zaytsoff 250.354.8443 lev@valhallapathrealty.com
$241,500
KEEP YOUR PETS SAFELY INSIDE For cat owners (especially black cat owners), please keep your cat inside for a period up to and including Hallowe’en night. Many cats disappear at this time of year, never to be seen again. On the night, consider shutting your pet in a safe room with toys and water/food and a radio/tv on, so that the stress of strangers ringing the doorbell constantly won’t be as upsetting. IDENTIFICATION Make sure your pet is wearing identification. Dogs and cats may try to run away if they feel threatened. ID with your phone and address on it is your best chance to have them returned to you. CANDY IS NOT FOR PETS Keep treats well away from your pets, to avoid an emergency vet visit. LEAVE THEM AT HOME If you think it would be fun to bring your pet trick-ortreating, your pet may not share your view. The strange sights and sounds of Halloween can cause a normally friendly dog to bite if it feels scared or threatened. DON’T COSTUME YOUR PET Dressing your dog in a costume inhibits his ability to communicate, making him prone to display aggression himself or be subjected to aggressive behaviour from other dogs. Cats think costumes are just plain stupid.
Within a few blocks from downtown, this quaint 2-bedroom home is sure to tug at your heart strings. Features include hardwood floors, plumbing and electrical upgrades, high efficiency furnace and newly installed eaves troughs. Exceptional value and low maintenance right downtown. Don’t delay, call today.
Call Lev or Norm PARADISE FOUND!
Sandy Beach Nelson Home at Exclusive Bealby Point
James Loeppky 250.509.0804 james@valhallapathrealty.com
$173,000
www.propertyguys.com “quick search”id: 196488
Call: 250-505-5031 email: andrepiver@shaw.ca
Call James WANT TO BE SELF SUFFICIENT?
These properties usually stay within families. Well maintained 4 Br. home with large deck, dock, fruit trees, garden, garage, carport, workshop Easily “duplexed” for income. NO HIGHWAY NOISE! Sunny late into the evening, lovely tranquil walk or bicycle on Bealby Rd. or access BNR rails-to-trails out your back door, 3 minutes from Nelson. $776K
Owning this beautiful ½-acre lakeview lot is just the beginning. You will also have strata ownership of over 260 acres of wilderness park and protected greenspace. There is a beach area, many kilometers of outstanding walking and bike trails and a proposed yacht club and waterfront walkway. Come take a look at what paradise looks like.
Kristina Little 250-509-2550 kristinadlittle@gmail.com
$275,000
This one-owner 2½-acre hobby farm in Slocan Park has it all. A modernized 3-bdrm farm house, several well maintained out buildings, including a solid barn and a double garage. This level, south facing site is entirely cleared and has excellent soil that has produced home grown food for generations. Walk to shops, services and transportation. Just 25 mins from town.
Call Norm or Lev
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This Hallowe’en Hallowe’en, consider adopting a rescue pet. KAAP has many wonderful cats and kittens who are waiting patiently for their forever home. Call KAAP at 250-352-2008 or visit www.kaap.ca for details. Adopt, don’t Shop!
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GREAT HOME
CREEKFRONT PROPERTY!
A SOLID BUILD
CUTE AS A BUTTON
SUN DRENCHED
Affordable never looked so good. 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home in great location close to schools offers single garage, fenced yard and more. MLS K214987
With creek front location in Salmo, this reno’d 4 bedroom 3 bath home really shines! Gas fireplace downstairs, beautiful landscaping, flower beds and a screened in porch to take in the outdoors while relaxing in the shade. MLS K212396
Immaculate contemporary 3 bedroom 2 bath Fairview
This well maintained 3 bedroom cottage style home is located only steps away from Lakeside Park and public transportation. Whether you are buying your first home, have a young family or you’re downsizing and still want room to garden; this is a sweet package. MLS# K215668
This 700 feet of waterfront property has 8.8 acres of privacy and is placed in recreational heaven. Added plus is there is a 2 bedroom, over 1100 Sq foot home with outbuildings. MLS K213880
Call Lorne or Drew $329,500
Call Alan $394,900
Call Christine $273,000
Call Brady @ The Property Lab Team $399,900
PERFECT FOR YOU
JUST LISTED
DOWNSIZE OR UPGRADE
LARGE FAMILY HOME
WEDGWOOD MANOR!
This exquisite home is perched in a prime location with exceptional views. The 14’ x 16’ customized master suite, the large walk-in closet is a dream; the ensuite boasts a deep oval soaker tub is what you have been looking for. MLS K216350
More than 300 feet of Kootenay Lake frontage just south of Mirror Lake. Meticulously maintained home with 3 bedrooms two baths over two floors. Both levels and bright and walk out to a deck offer spectacular views. Outbuildings too! MLS K216441
Not ready for condo living or looking for more space. 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home on 3 levels, garden area, well maintained and nicely finished. MLS K214984
Exceptional with Privacy, a split level 5 bedroom 4 bath home with an impressive floor plan offering vaulted ceilings, plenty of windows, 2 fireplaces, private decks, large workshop, double garage, a huge private level yard to play and the list goes on. MLS K216295
Located in Crawford Bay adjacent to the Kokanee Springs Golf course, this 100 year old classic historical mansion on 6+ acres operates as a Country Inn and possesses an ambiance only to be imagined! MLS K212280
Call Lisa $479,000
Call Lorne or Drew $825,000
LIVE, WORK & PLAY
CONVENIENT & ECONOMICAL!
Call Tad @ The Property Lab Team $269,000
Call Brady @ The Property Lab Team $329,900
YOUR FREEDOM AWAITS
home with a 1 bedroom In-law Suite in the basement. A bright open floor plan and a lake view. A must see. MLS K216368
Call Dave $679,000
Call Tad @ The Property Lab Team $299,000
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Ground level 2 bedroom apartment with a natural gas fireplace and covered parking in Lower Fairview, 1 block from Safeway, Lakeside Park and the bus route. Easy turnkey property for traveling and maintaining an independent lifestyle. MLS K213674
Gorgeous 3 bedroom 2 full baths, custom Birch cabinets in kitchen and luxurious master bath. A separate guest bedroom & 3 pce Ensuite. Double insulated garage, a workshop, Dog Kennel & Poultry Palace (coop), 3 barns, 6.5 foot high fence and cross fenced for chickens and Alpacas. MLS# K215096
Set on a 75 foot lot on a prominent Uphill corner is this classic 3 bedroom and den character home. Loads of character features with oak floors, wood trim, lots of windows and a main floor sunroom. A great basement as well with 8 foot ceilings. MLS K213788
Call Christine $215,000
Call Alan $554,500
Call Dave $395,000
SLOCAN CITY STARTER
37 ACRES
4 PLEX IN THE VALLICAN
Located on a large level corner lot in Slocan City, this comfortable single-level home offers plenty of room for toys! Attached workshop and single carport. Home is well maintained and updated throughout. MLS K216129
Super private setting with a custom built home,
Four furnished and well appointed apartments with full bath and kitchen and a variety of bedroom configurations on a flat 1.53 acres on the Slocan River. MLS K215699
Call Lorne or Drew $169,000
Call Laura $419,777
Call Paul @ The Property Lab Team $599,000
TERRIFIC STARTER
AFFORDABLE GEM
HAND CRAFTED LOG HOME!
bright open layout, wood stove, A/C, hardwood, & tile plus 4 pc ensuite. MLS K215347
Step into a well-built, cared for home, a job and a stream of rental income all in a gorgeous setting in the Slocan Valley. A 3-4 bedroom main house, General Store, large workshop and office space, plus and easy to rent A-Frame cabin. MLS K214870
Call Paul @ The Property Lab Team $409,900
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Upper Fairview, spectacular views, wood burning fireplace, built in eating nook, main floor laundry, & newer furnace. Private backyard with sundeck overlooking Anderson Creek. Breathtaking must see it to believe it! MLS K216359
Nicely maintained 3 bedroom 1 bath manufactured home located in Sunnyside Park just minutes to town. Updated, bright country kitchen & living room offering seasonal lake views and privacy. Private large yard and covered parking. Great package! MLS K216245
This 3 bedroom 3 bath updated home has a lot to offer with private yard in a forested setting, large heated workshop, separate 24’x40’ garage and a mostly covered wraparound deck conveniently located in South Slocan. MLS K212405
Call Laura $295,777
Call Lisa $78,900
Call Lorne or Drew $499,000
Alan Tarr 250.354.8489
Christine Pearson 250.505.8015
Dave Buss 250.354.9459
Tad Lake 250.354.2979
601 Baker Street, Nelson BC V1L 4J3
Paul Shreenan 250.509.0920
Brady Lake 250.354.8404
Call Glen $369,900
RHC Realty
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Glen Darough 250.354.3343
The Most Energy Efficient home on the market! Semi-detached, custom built home, with custom millwork, antique fireplace mantel, heated tile & cork floors, granite counters & stainless appliances. Stunning 4 pc bath & double garage. MLS K214259
And thanks to over 150 years combined experience and productivity of RE/MAX RHC Sales Associates, that sign is appearing
Lisa Cutler 250.551.0076
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more frequently than you might think. RE/MAX RHC Realty agents know our markets and care enough to get to know you, too. So if you’re looking to buy, sell, or both, then call, stop by and see us today
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hen Montreal-based band Plants and Animals went into the studio to record their award nominated album Parc Avenue, the intended outcome was not musically confident songs with haunting vocals, the band had actually recorded an entirely instrumental album first. Before Nicolas Basque, Warren Spicer and Matthew Woodley had even taken the stage, they had gone into the studio to record a five track instrumental album featuring guitars, drums, horns and strings. “[Spicer] had a grant from the Canada Arts Council to do a recording,” said Basque, who does vocals, bass, keyboard and guitar for the band. “That was the first album we ever did. After that we started playing off and on in Montreal playing where there was a need for an opening act or where ever we could.” Before long the trio entered the studio begin work on their first album as
Plants and Animals. With their strong musical background – the three had met as music students at Montreal's Concordia University – they started recording with the idea they would be creating another instrumental album. They had finished the whole album but decided to scrap it and start from scratch. “It started with the idea that it was going to be all instrumental,” said Basque. “Then there were more and more songs with vocals and it just made more sense for us to record more song based material.” The Montreal that Basque grew up had a much different musical setting than the one now that is known for bands like Arcade Fire, Wolf Parade and Stars. While he said the theatre, cinema, dance and arts scenes were always active, it took some time for music to emerge. “The word eventually caught on that Montreal was a nice place for music and for living, mostly,” he said. “But
it's kind of always been a good city for other art forms.” Since Plants and Animals released Parc Avenue in 2008 they have been followed by Polaris Music Prize and Juno Award nominations. In February, the trio released their third full length album The End of That. Instead of approaching the creation of the project as they had with two previous albums, Basque said they spent a significant amount of time writing and demoing songs before they set foot in the studio. “We normally design and record the album in the studio,” said Basque. “But for this one a lot of the music was written before we went into the studio. Most of the stuff was arranged and finessed in the studio because we wanted to focus on the performance of songs.” Plants and Animals fans will have a chance to hear music from The End of That when the trio takes the stage at Spiritbar on November 2.
Kashoo signs to Philadelphia label Megan Cole {vurb} editor
After four years of playing local stages and regional festivals, Nelson band Kashoo has signed to Philadelphia-based record label Ropeadope. Ness Benamran and Jakob Simek joined forces by what Simek jokes was act of cosmic divination. Benamran said there was a bit more to it. "[Simek] was going to Selkirk College and he was playing for the showcase of my girlfriend at the time," said Benamran. "I was looking for a bass player. I used to play as the Man in Havana." Benamran asked Simek to be his bass player, and after Simek agreed he went away for a year, but when he returned the two joined forces. For some time the band included two other musicians but when the others left for Toronto, Simek and Benamran decided to make Kashoo a duo and Simek said he "wouldn't have it any other way." Like many bands starting out, Kashoo found themselves juggling work, life and music. Editor: Megan cole vurb@nelsonstar.com
"It's been a lot of work because it is kind of extracurricular work in a sense," said Simek. "You still have to make a living and you still have to pay your bills, but you want to turn your passion into something more." Recently their passion did turn into something more. Nelson musician Rich Rabnett passed Kashoo's album along to Ropeadope records — who he is also signed with. "It was a little surreal," said Benamran. "Rabnett hadn't really told us he had done it until we received the CD and we had just started talking so it was a little bit of a surprise." After a few Skype conversations and emails Kashoo had signed to Ropeadope and on November 2, the duo will be debuting their album at The Royal. "It's validating," said Simek. "That's the main thing, because we're a band who has been together for four years yet we're just at the beginning of getting out of Nelson, so to have that pat on the back saying we have a professional product to sell is very huge for us, because otherwise we're just blowing smoke up where it shouldn't be blowing." Kashoo is planning on booking other tour dates where they can to promote the album. Doors open at The Royal at 8 p.m.
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a Juno - and acclaim from Australia to Scandinavia. Possessed of an insatiable appetite for finding the next unique story line, Keelaghan forges his pieces with brilliant craftsm a n s h i p and monogrammed artistic vision, making him one of the most distinctive and readily identifiable voices on both the Canadian and international singersongwriter scenes. His journey has attracted fans of literate and layered songwriting to join him on his artistic expeditions, some of which weave their way through marvelously etched historical stories with underlying universal themes, others of which mine the depths of the soul and the emotional trails of human relations. “[Keelaghan] has become the complete artist. A bril-
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It was party, party, party at The Royal on Wednesday with a fine showing of the community as Vince Curly celebrated his birthday. Some of the cities finest musicians where there to help him celebrate as well. Simone fronted a set with Cliff Madix trading licks with Vince and backed up by Jim Miller on bass and Don Walker on the drums. I was even delivered a piece of the cake that was served out in the middle of the evening. Val Kilmer and the New Coke moved from the ‘80s to the ‘90s as they promote The Royal Halloween party. They will be performing at on October 27. Selkirk’s Mike T played guitar for sev-
eral ensembles of students from the college making a fine and musical evening for everyone. At the Dam Inn on Thursday John from Saint John offered up some of his originals and a few cover songs backed by Mr. Rob Funk (drummer from local band What Now) and myself on the bass guitar. Dan Perault shone at the Balfour Beach Inn on Friday backed by Boris Faraguna and Rick Klassen on guitar and mandolin respectively. Glitter Gary (drums) and Dennis McLeod (bass) were the rhythm section for Dan’s set which came across as a sort of a rockin’ bluegrass. An open stage schedule is available at artminproductions.com
liant tunesmith who has become one of the most engaging performers of our time. You always know the journey with James is going to be great, you just never know what all the destinations are. That is why the curve on his career continues to rise,” said Terry Wickham, producer of the Edmonton Folk Music Festival. Buy tickets for this musical feast online at capitoltheatre.bc.ca or charge by phone 250.352-6363. Tickets $25 Adult $20 Season package/Full Time Student.
Memento Mori Local artist Rachel Yoder’s new body of work Memento Mori, was a feature at the land dedication of the Kalein Hospice Centre in late September. The work is a series of paintings in a repeating format on life sized panels, each divided into four squares. Embedded in each square is a question about living, dying and death. The canvases are then painted with many layers, the colours depending on whether Yoder’s answer to the question is a “yes” or a “no” and the original words are wholly or partially obscured. The block, bands and layers of colour Yoder has been using in her work for many years, coupled with the embedded questions produce abstract forms compelling viewers to contemplate life’s fundamental dilemma, the relationship between living and dying.
The resulting grid format creates a binary system to reduce and simplify the complexities of reflecting about life and death. Yoder believes that by asking yes/no questions instead of open ended ones, an opportunity to relax the instinctive fear response is created and allows the viewer to consider one’s own responses to the questions without avoidance. At the artist talk and reception on Saturday, November 3 from 5 to 7 p.m., Yoder will discuss her obsession with and terror of death and the process that led her to Memento Mori. There will be an opportunity to view the work and create your own pattern based on your answers to the questions. Memento Mori is partially funded by a grant from Columbia Basin Trust and Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance.
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103.5 The Bridge Afternoon Drive Host We all do stupid things to impress somebody that we’re interested in – some more than others. One time I had the bright idea of jumping into the mosh pit at a Coheed and Cambria concert to show these two girls that I was hardcore*. Then again, I think hardcore is when I touch the railing on escalators and/or drink milk on the day it expires. Needless to say, I was destroyed in the mosh pit, and couldn’t walk for days. Since then I’ve left the hardcore to Coheed and Cambria. Hardcore isn’t really a fair term to describe this band. This band is epic, this band is heavy, and this band is smart. Every album that they come out with tells a story and after six albums that story is still going. It’s called The Armory Wars; a sci-fi prog-rock epic. Yeah, that’s a thing. Not only are sci-fi prog-rock epics told through music and comics, but soon enough you’ll see it on the big screen. Mark Wahlberg has attached himself to getting them made, which should show you just how popular they are and how awesome Marky Mark is, even without the Funky Bunch. Anyways, if I talked about the rich, engrossing stories that lead singer, Claudio Sanchez has webbed through previous albums, we’d be here for days so we’re going to focus on the music. Admittedly, listening to a Coheed album can be daunting at points. With some songs clocking in at almost eight minutes, and roman numerals complicating the insanely long titles of songs, it’s hard to take in all of it. Trust me when I say this, you’ll want to listen to The Afterman: Ascension from front to back. It’s progressive, punk, metal, basically everything except rap; although that would be interesting. This album needs to be listened to very loud.
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Things get on track with the tune “Domino the Destitute;” Sanchez’s shredding guitar and falsetto voice (I hate myself for using this comparison) that sounds eerily similar to Geddy Lee from Rush, settles you in for a ride. In true Coheed fashion, there’s some gnarly tracks on here. “Key Entity 3 Vic the Butcher” has a chorus that will have you shouting “hang em’ up now! hang em’ up now!” and “Mothers of Men” sounds like a straight-up rock anthem. One thing that you should never forget about this band is that they have the undeniable ability to write a great ballad and we see that on two great songs, “The Afterman,” and “Subtraction.” They trade in their pounding guitar for some mellow vibes that are welcomed into the Coheed and Cambria universe. Every Coheed album has a tune that is accessible to everyone, and on this one we have “Goodnight Fair Lady.” It has a fantastic stop-start vibe to it that sounds like it’s from the ‘80s. Coheed and Cambria’s The Afterman: Ascension is a great new addition to The Armory Wars story, and to their catalogue. If you’re hardcore and into drinking milk on the day it’s expired or even, dare I say, the day AFTER, try this one out. *Times Hardcore is mentioned in this article: 5
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This recipe comes at the request of city councillor Donna Macdonald. Donna was at the Sustainable Downtown and Waterfront Master Plan open house at the chamber on Wednesday night, and while I was stuffing mini quiches in my mouth said she was desperate for a parsnip recipe. Her garden has apparently given her more than enough parsnips and she wasn’t quite sure what to do with them. Even though my co-workers cringed when I said I was doing a parsnip recipe, I have to say I love parsnips and I love them even more fried up in butter. So Donna, this recipe is for you, and all of the rest of you with a few too many parsnips. It comes from one of my favourite food bloggers Smitten Kitchen. Pancakes 1/2 pound (about 1 large) Russet potato 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 pound parsnips (about 2 large or 4 medium) 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill 1 teaspoon table salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Olive oil (or a mix of olive and vegetable or peanut oil) for frying
Sauce 1 cup sour cream 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon table salt 1 tablespoon freshly grated or prepared horseradish 1 tablespoon chopped dill Preheat: Oven to 250 degrees. Line one large or two smaller baking sheets with foil and leave them in the oven until needed. Prepare vegetables: Peel vegetables and grate them on the large holes of a box grater or (my preferred method) using the shredding blade of a food processor. If using the food processor, I like to lay the vegetables sideways in the chute, in an attempt to get the longest strands of vegetables. This creates latkes that look like little piles of mops, which is my goal. Transfer shredded vegetables to a lint-free dishtowel or square of cheesecloth, and wring out as much liquid as possible. Let stand for two minutes, then wring again. Wetness is the enemy of crisp, light latkes, so we want to get rid of as much as possible. Make batter: Transfer wrung-out vegetables to a large bowl. Add lemon juice. In a tiny dish, stir together the flour, baking powder, salt, pepper and any herbs or additional seasonings and toss with vegetables, evenly coating the strands. In the same tiny
dish, whisk your egg(s) and then stir this into the vegetable-flour mixture, evenly coating the strands. Prepare pan: Heat a large, heavy skillet, preferably cast iron, over medium heat. Once skillet is hot, add 3 tablespoons oil and heat oil until shimmering. If you’re unsure, you can flick a droplet of water onto the oil; if it hisses and sputters, you’re good to go. Cook: Using a fork or your fingertips (letting the eggy batter drain off a little is good), gather spoonfulsized mounds of battered vegetables and drop them onto the heated skillet. When golden underneath, 3 to 4 minutes later, flip pancakes. [If you’re using a gas range, you’ll likely have to rotate your pancakes 180 degrees halfway through the cooking time so that they color evenly underneath.] Cook on the other side until nicely bronzed underneath, another 2 to 3 minutes, and transfer to paper towels briefly to drain pancakes, before transferring them again to tray(s) in warm oven. If latkes cook too quickly or slowly on the stove, adjust the heat accordingly. Add more oil if needed (you want to keep the pan at that 3 tablespoon level), being sure it is heated before adding more pancakes to the skillet. Repeat with remaining batter. I like to keep the latkes in the oven for at least 10 minutes to ensure they’ve cooked through before serving them. This gives you time to… Make sauce: Mix sauce ingredients in a small dish. Adjust seasonings to taste. Serve: Warm with a dollop of the sauce.
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FILM On Saturday, November 3, the Eleos Centre will be showing the multiaward-winning documentary, Nefarious, Merchant of Souls at the Central School gymnasium. For tickets call Eleos Centre at 250-352-0300 or email at eleos@telus.net. Advanced tickets are $10 or tickets are available at the door for $12.
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The Royal presents an evening of footstompin’ good times on Friday, October 26 with Shred Kelly. Tickets are $10 at the door or online at liveattheroyal.com. Doors open at 8 p.m. Showtime is at approximately 9 p.m. The Funk Hunters return to Spiritbar for a special Halloween show on October 27. Ticket information is available at the Hume Hotel and doors open at 10 p.m.
Are you looking for a Halloween jam that’s a slam dunk? Then hustle your buns down to Finley’s and buy a courtside ticket for the annual Arthur Funkarelli Halloween Extravaganza, tipping off Saturday, October 27. Tickets are $15 at Finley’s.
Ellison’s Cafe Acoustic Unplugged Sessions begin at noon Saturday, October 27 with Bob the Postman, a BC bornand-bred folk codger with a patchy gray beard and a voice to match. Next up is Marion Bergevin, a local accomplished singer/songwriter whose experience working in Tanzania and East Africa was instrumental in her writing environmental, peace and social justice songs. The closing act will be the first of many touring singer songwriters of the season, Ben Arsenault.
You’re invited to a Royal Halloween party featuring Nevermind. On Saturday, October 27 we will be taking a trip back to the 1990s with a live band and a DJ who will be revisiting music of the alternative decade. Tickets available at the door. Cover is $10 with costume, or $15 without costume. Doors open 9 p.m.
The Royal is proud to have blues pianist David Vest return to The Royal on Sunday, October 28. Tickets are $20 and are available at The Royal, Urban Legends, The Music Store and liveattheroyal.com. Doors open at 6 p.m. Showtime approximately 8 p.m.
On Tuesday, October 30 The Deep Dark Woods take the stage at The Royal. Tickets are $15 and are available at the Royal, Urban Legends, The Music Store and liveattheroyal.com. If you purchased a ticket for $20, we’ll have a
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Arts and Entertainment Listings special trick or treat for you at the door. Doors open at 7 p.m. On Tuesday, October 30 the Cedar Creek Cafe in Winlaw will be hosting Brock Zeman and his band beginning at 7 p.m. Fred Eaglesmith to Blue Rodeo, he’s considered a prolific songwriter who “is worth hearing over and over again.” Wear your finest Halloween costume and be part of the fun. Reservations are recommended. Take your turn in the spotlight, or enjoy the music of those who do, at one of the Kootenay's best open stages on Wednesday's at The Royal. Talk to Estevan to sign up for a timeslot during the night. The music starts at 8:30 p.m.
25th anniversary tour as it stops in Nelson on Friday, November 2 at 8 p.m. Buy tickets for this musical feast online at capitoltheatre.bc.ca or charge by phone 250-352-6363. Tickets are $25 for adults or $20 for season package holders and full time student. Follow the Capitol on Facebook and see all their events on their website. Trust your Capitol Theatre to bring to you world-class musicians! Plants and Animals are at Spiritbar on November 2. Ticket information is available at the Hume Hotel and doors open at 10 p.m. Smalltown DJs are at Spiritbar on November 3. Ticket information is available at the Hume Hotel and doors open at 10 p.m.
Halloween at the Whole. Hey Ocean! Journey out to is back at the Vallican The Royal on Whole in the November 3. Slocan Valley Doors open at 8 on Wednesp.m. and tickets Bradford Werner, Adrian Verdejo, & Michael Dias day, October are $10 and are 7:30pm, Thursday, November 1st, 2012 31 and maybe available at The Nelson United Church pass through Royal, Urban 602 Silica Street, Nelson, BC the thin-veil Legends, The Admission $15 General / $10 Student for a magiMusic Store and www.victoriaguitartrio.com cally spooky liveattheroyal. evening. Music com. will be by Stuck on Honey from Fish and Bird Revelstoke and are at The Royal promises to be on November 6. a loud footDoors open at 9 stomping event. p.m. There is no The whole famcover. Nelson United ily is welcome. Church Doors open The Royal is at 7 p.m. and proud to presmusic begins ent one very big at 8. Need info? night of music Check out vallican whole.com with Juno Award winner Dan Mangan and very special guests, Rural Alberta The Royal presents The National Steel Advantage and The Abrams Broth"Blues Emergency" Tour with Morgan ers! Last September Dan Mangan’s Davis and Doc Maclean on Thursday, third album Oh Fortune came out to November 1. The National Steel “Blues widespread critical acclaim. The Rural Emergency” Tour is a one time pairing Alberta Advantage played a sold out of two of Canada’s best known and most headlining show at the Royal last year travelled blues storytellers and enterand we are beyond excited to welcome tainers, probably not covered by your them back also. Add the Abrams Brothprovincial or territorial health plan. ers into the mix and you've got a monTickets are $15 and are available at The strous evening of some of Canada's best Royal, Urban Legends, The Music Store music. Tickets will go fast, so get yours and liveattheroyal.com. Doors open 6 while you can! Presale tickets are $35 p.m. Showtime approx 8 p.m. and are available now at: GalleryAC. com On Friday, July 20th tickets will be Kashoo has a new album. Join The available at The Royal, Urban Legends, Royal for their album release party on The Music Store and liveattheroyal.com. Friday, November 2. DJ Rhapsody is Doors open 6 p.m. Showtime approx. 8 also on the bill. Tickets are $5 to $10 on p.m.. a sliding scale at the door. Doors open 8 p.m. The CunninLynguists are at Spiritbar on November 9 with guests. Doors open The Capitol Theatre Season Series is at 10 p.m. and tickets are available at the proud to presents James Keelaghan’s Hume Hotel.
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AT THE PUB Join the Ymir Hotel’s country and bluegrass jam every Friday night. Things get going around 5 p.m. and wrap up around 9. Steal away with the hoodlums! Come to the Dam Inn on Friday nights for some of your favourite tunes, a seafood special and other fine eats and drinks. There will be music by Pauline Lamb aka Molly Malone, Marvin Walker kickin' the ol' travellin' case and Glen Martin of Tuques and Von Butcher fame on mandolin and the guitbox. Things get going at 8:00 p.m. Minors welcome.
VISUAL ARTS Head to Spiritbar on October 26 for Creepshow a night of local art and music. Doors open at 10 p.m. Ticket information is available at the Hume Hotel. For the month of October, Nelson artist Scott Dickson presents the Mountain Art Show at Oso Negro. Douglas Noblet is currently showing his aerial photographs and prints of the West Kootenay at the Capitol Theatre lobby. The exhibition runs through December 4. Check out the wild-air photography Tuesday through Friday from noon to 4:30 p.m. at the Capitol at 421 Victoria Street. The images in the exhibition are a result of several years of aerial exploring. All work is for sale — a perfect present. Local visual artist Rachel Yoder will be giving an artist talk on her latest body of work, Memento Mori. There will be an opportunity to view the work and to create your own pattern based on your answers to the questions about death, dying and living that are embedded in the abstract canvases. The talk will take place at Kalein Hospice Centre, 402 West Richards Street in Nelson on Saturday, November 3 from 5 to 7 p.m. Touchstones Nelson is pleased to announce the launch of its newest online exhibit Landscape Lost: Forestry and Life in the Duncan River Valley. The site is a collection of photographs by Robert (Bob) Wallace of the Upper Duncan River Valley including fire lookouts, old mining and trappers cabins, community gatherings, as well as, the communities of Howser and Lardeau. The launch of the site will be celebrated at Touchstones Nelson on Saturday, October 27 from 1 to 3 p.m.