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The bus The Capitol Theatre’s annual romp opened Thursday night with a cast of colourful local More than 65 years ago Japanese Canadians were forcibly removed from their homes on British Columbia’s coast stops here: characters. For 25 years, the pantomime has raised money for the Capitol with and brought to internment camps in places like the Slocan Valley during the height of the Second World War. stage veterans and rookies raising the roof, but this year Sherlock Holmes and the Hound new Today those who lived through the ordeal tell stories of struggle, sadness, and forgiveness. Here’s one transit such tale... of Buskerville has a more intimate Nelson feel than ever before, with a one-of-kind script GREG NESTEROFF system goes ongtime Nelson resident Yosh Tagami mi before open remembers working for 25 cents an hour building internment shacks on n house the Popoff farm near Slocan City. He
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was 17 and his family would soon move intoo one of those houses, which measured 14 x 25 feet. “The first winter was cold with four feet of snow, and icicles formed inside so we put cardboard from boxes on the walls,â€? he says. There was no insulation beyond paper and shiplap, and no indoor plumbing. Wooden bunk beds lay at either end of the house with a kitchen in the middle. They used a wood stove for cooking and heating. “Rice was rationed and we made green tea from alfalfa leaves,â€? he says. “We had a garden arden and also bought vegetabless from the DoukABOVE —Even hobors who camee in horse horse-driven driven before World War II, wagons.â€? Sam Van Schie photo Japanese Canadians Tagami, now 85,atwas Sherlock Holmes and the Hound of Buskerville opened the born CapitolatTheatre on Thursday night. The annual pantomime features a cast like Yosh Tagami onlled Vancouver Island of more than 40 local actors of allGenoa ages in Bay a fun-fi performance of song, dance and plenty of laughs. More photos on Page 2. were ďŹ ngerprinted and raised at Paldi, a sawmill andshe photographed after several years doing that, the Hound of Buskerville over the SAM VAN SCHIE community near Duncan. He for identity cards moved into the director’s chair. She summer after searching unsuccessNelson Star Reporter had four brothers and two when they turned 16.a panto script based on the doesn’t know exactly how many fully for father Jirosaku, a aurie Jarvis has seen asisters. lot of Their pantomimes she’s directed (“They — Thoufictional London detective. RIGHT millwright, was injured a fall â€? she pantomimes performed in all kind of blur in together, says), “Some years we buy the script sands of internees and unable to work, so the sons Nelson. but it’s safe to say it’s been at leastsent a toand some years we find free ones were Slocan began logging The annual Christmas show dozen. as teenagers. written City where they en- by other community theatre has been a local tradition for 25 It’s easier for Jarvis to telldured you primitive groups — whatever script we get, living years and Jarvis has been a part of Story how continues many pantomimes she’s writto conditions. nearly all of them. ten: thison year’s show rst. Toyota photo) Story continues to ‘Tagami’ Page 3 is the fi(Tak ‘This year’s’ on Page 9 She got her start as an actor then, She penned Sherlock Holmes and
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The community will evaluate a new West Kootenay Transit system next week as the bussing system puzzle takes shape after extensive consultation and planning. Meribeth Burton of BC Transit is enthusiastic about what the authority has come up with. The big reveal has major changes to the current system looking official and ready for comment. People in the region will see what the bus routes, schedules, fare structure and the timing points are. The system will go into effect in the spring if this is what the community wants, explained Burton. “This is the last chance to have input before the first ever integrated transit system goes into effect,� she said. “We want to hear back Story continues to ‘Preparing’ on Page 8
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Nelson’s Wildflower School is celebrating a $50,000 playground grant by jumping feet first into creating a new recreational area for kids and the community. Naomi Ross, principal of the school operating out of Central Education Centre, said the BC Ministry of Education grant comes as their current playground reaches the end of its lifespan. “Basically, we need a new playground because the existing structure is very old and is not able to be repaired adequately,” said Ross. Recently, parents, designers and community members held a collaborative brainstorming session — a charrette, where grand ideas were dreamt up for the schoolyard. “People came up with two overall plans for what they’d love the playground to look like and to be,” said Ross. “These are our dreams.” The newer grassy area at the school is heavily used so more green space is a must. Along with regular playground equipment, children would love a parcour — an obstacle course that provides multi-level challenge. “For them, the sky is the limit,” said Ross. Parent volunteer Shari Imada started using the playground at Central when she brought her pre-school children to the Love to Learn program there. She felt the asphalt-dominated space seemed out of sync. “It doesn’t really fit in with the landscape of Nelson,” she said. Imada and her husband Don Willems live close to the school and met many families at the downtown school ground when they first moved to town. “I thought, wow, this is really old-
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Volunteer Ray Stothers said a lot of the community’s heart and soul have been put into the bricks and mortar of the old school and it would be good to continue that tradition of involvement. “It’s important to invite them into this now,” he said. Stothers spent the day before the design charrette in the classroom with students who were asked to talk and draw about their favourite play experiences. From the creative to big action to quiet time in nature, the kids are excited to give input into their improved space. But for many children including Ross and Imada’s son Kieran, their school ground wishes boil down to one simple desire. “I’d like it bigger with more places to play,” he said. Wildflower and the Central Education Centre should start its outdoor transformation in 2013.
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Fundraiser Next Week for Woman Hit by Car
Arts community comes together SAM VAN SCHIE Nelson Star Reporter
The Royal is hosting a fundraiser for the pedestrian who was struck by a vehicle at a crosswalk earlier this month. Lindsay Ann Wheatley, a 28-year-old mother and musician, required reconstructive surgery on her pelvis and has been unable to walk since the accident. The fundraiser is to help her with the cost of making her Winlaw home wheelchair accessible. “She needed eight screws and two plates in her pelvis,” explained event organizer Colleen Matte, a close friend of Wheatley. “She’s not allowed to put any weight on her legs. We don’t know, at this point, how long until she’ll be able to walk.” Wheatley was crossing Josephine Street at the intersection of Victoria Street on November 9 at about 5:30 p.m. when, according to po-
Lindsay Ann Wheatley, pictured here with her fiance Ian, is wheelchair bound since being hit by a car earlier this month. A fundraiser to help her make her Winlaw home wheelchair accessible goes this Tuesday at The Royal.
lice reports, a driver making a left turn from Victoria Street drove into her. She was dragged about five meters along the road. She’s been recovering in Kootenay Lake Hospital ever since, but she intends to make an appearance at the fundraiser. “We’re hoping she’ll be able to play some music at the show,” Matte said. Wheatley is a singer-song-
writer who performs under the name Kindred Heart. She has a three-year-old son, and she and her fiancé were planning to have a second child. She worked as a bike mechanic in Nelson at Secret Service Cycles. “Lindsay Ann is just a lovely and creative person,” Matte said. “There’s lots of people coming together to support her.” Plenty of local musicians
have jumped on board to perform at her fundraiser. The night will feature music by Daniel Bloom, James Lamb, Rhoneil, ElGordo, Bag Boi, Von Butcher, Chinese for Travelers, Tofu Stravinsky and Almanak. The Royal is also donating 10 per cent of bar sales. There will also be an arts and crafts silent auction at the Royal. The event goes Tuesday, December 4, at The Royal. Doors open at 6 p.m and the show starts at 7 p.m. Admission by donation. Silent auction items can be dropped off between 6 and 7 p.m. Anyone is invited to make a contribution. If you can’t drop off your item, call Colleen at 250-352-0083 to arrange pickup. Donations can also be made online by going to fundrazr.com/find and searching for “Lindsay Ann” or at the Nelson and District Credit Union under the account “Lindsay Ann Donations.”
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City staff and public works are still dealing with the after math of last spring’s flooding. Chief financial officer Colin McClure said staff is preparing to file a $350,000 claim with the Provincial Emergency Program. “I feel very confident about the claim,” said McClure. “Our engineering manager Rob Nystrom put together a really comprehensive report highlighting our repairs and the remediation.” The heavy rains caused storm sewer blow-outs and flooding, including massive flooding of the Lakeside Park sports fields. McClure said it has taken time to fully assess the financial cost because they underestimated the time and money needed to finish some of the work. “If we can get it done in time and we can get it approved and that money that
comes in there will be little impact to the budget,” said McClure. Concerns are arising around the completion of some planned projects after contractors had to be reallocated to new projects. The City had to move some workers from sidewalk projects to complete repairs and work resulting from the storm damage. McClure said the city does work a small contingency fund into the budget, but said it is intended to address the “what-ifs.” “Certainly these types of one-off events that used to happen once every 20 years are now happening every few years,” he said. McClure said there have been three similar incidents over the past 10 years, which has caused the City’s public works department to assess whether the storm sewer mains are the right size to handle the kind of water we saw in the spring.
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Further investigation by RCMP into a violent assault near Silverton has been completed and police are now saying they believe it to be a targeted attack. At approximately 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, Slocan Lake and Nakusp RCMP members responded to a report of an armed robbery in Silverton involving two suspects with guns. Two male subjects reportedly entered a Red Mountain Road residence pointing firearms and got into a physical altercation with two residents. One of the residents was stabbed and one of the suspects was also stabbed. Following the altercation, the two victims were able to flee the scene and the occurrence was reported to police. The suspects departed the residence and their vehicle description was passed along to neigh-
bouring detachments and the Nelson Police Department. Road checks were strategically set up and patrols of the area were made. At approximately 2:30 p.m., Midway and South Okanagan RCMP stopped the suspect vehicle on Highway 3 near Bridesville. The four male suspects were taken into custody without incident. A subsequent search of the suspect vehicle revealed a handgun and pellet gun. Police now say the incident involved a marijuana grow operation. The victims have confirmed they know one of the suspects. The two suspects arrested were remanded until Thursday and were expected to appear in Provincial Court in Nakusp. The specific charges have not yet been approved. The other two male suspects arrested in this occurrence have been released from custody with no charges pending.
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tice to residents about the hydro line replacements in the City Newsletter, which is printed in the Star. He said a few people who saw the notice called or dropped in to talk about the project. But Murray would have liked a notice delivered to his door. He said public works sent him a personal notice when tree work was happening on his street. “To me, this power line has more lasting impact than trimming a tree,” Murray said. After the council meeting,
Love contacted Murray by email to explain the nature of the project. Love said Hydro doesn’t issue individual notices for this type of work. “We certainly don’t consult residents every time we change a power pole because we do lots of these every year,” Love said, noting in the past Hydro has held public open houses to get feedback on their plans, but such events are often poorly attended. He also pointed out that residents — particularly in
parts of Uphill — who experienced a prolonged power outage this summer have been demanding more reliable power. Increasing the line voltage in that area helps address those concerns. “This is part of our ongoing work to renew our power system and make it as efficient and reliable as possible,” Love said. “If people want power in their homes, then there needs to be power lines running through the city. If they’re not right in front of your house, then they’re in front of somebody else’s.”
Shining a light on the hospital If Christmas is about tradition then the Light up the Hospital Pledge Day should surely get Nelson into the holiday spirit. An annual campaign since 1995, the Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation fundraiser has $90,000 on this year’s wish list that it will use to deck the operating room halls, said Bryna Idler. “The campaign is to enhance and support surgical services at Kootenay Lake Hospital,” said the Foundation’s Idler. On Friday, December 7, people of all ages can enjoy the spirit of giving at Chahko Mika Mall. It’s the first year that the pledge day event will be hosted in the mall’s Winter Wonderland. “We’re really excited to be there,” said Idler. “This year
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An Uphill resident is disappointed to see Nelson Hydro installing new power poles in front of his home, having received no advance notice that project was going to take place. Tom Murray lives on Innes Street at Josephine Street where new 25 kilovolt distribution lines are going up to replace 5 kilovolt ones that are nearing end of life. Nelson Hydro is also moving transmission cables that are currently on poles across the street to the new poles. “This is a major infrastructure project basically right in front of my yard,” Murray told city council during the public participation period at the November 19 meeting. “The lines will run over my garden and over my kids play, and cut through my unobstructed view.” in an interview with the Star, Nelson Hydro general manager Alex Love was quick to point out the lines are actually over city property and road right of ways. Love said there was a no-
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we have a nice big space so we’re able to have choirs performing.” Every hour, a new group will perform including school choirs such as St. Joseph’s School at 1 p.m. and Nelson’s Barbershop Chorus at 3 p.m. Lulled by the tranquil sounds of Christmas, those wanting to donate will be thanked by the giving tree. Idler explained, people will pick a number and receive a gift. “The business community has been so generous with the gifts. We’ve got everything from a free hamburger at A&W to $50 gift certificate from Kootenai Moon to gift certificates from different spas in town. We’ve got great gifts, so it’s definitely worth bringing your donations down to the mall that day,” she said. There could also be a Canadian diamond necklace,
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“Pledge day will be your last chance to buy tickets on the necklace because the draw will be made that afternoon,” Idler said. Funds raised by the Light Up the Hospital campaign will go toward purchasing three new stretcher chairs to be used in ear, eye, nose and throat surgical procedures. They’re important to
provide comfort to patients and increased efficiency to operating room staff. An ergonomic adjustable chair for eye surgeons is also on the wish list. Any funds raised over that goal will go toward other priority medical equipment for the hospital. Idler is grateful for the community’s support of the Foundation and their efforts to make the hospital shine brighter year after year. “We are always impressed with how the community supports this hospital from the CT scanner campaign to raising $1.5 million in a year and a half, to last year raising $90,000 for the new insufflator,” she said. “They’re just so generous. We wouldn’t be able to keep this hospital supplied with the state of the art equipment it has without community support.” Pledge day goes from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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t’s been a great start to the Christmas season for Nelson’s downtown. Now it’s up to you to keep the momentum going. Last weekend’s Customer Appreciation Day in the core was a resounding success. Retailers and restaurants put out an extra effort to reward area residents who stay true to keeping it local. With special sales and offers, shoppers responded in kind. Saturday was a busy day and a perfect answer to the ridiculous Black Friday frenzy south of the border. As city councillor Donna Macdonald explained in her Wednesday Star column, shopping local is so much more than ticking off the family wish list. It truly is about community. We have a storybook downtown that’s the envy of rural communities across the country. Why wouldn’t we want to take a stroll and explore? When you factor in the options at the Chahko-Mika Mall and other small pockets around the community, is there really any need to take your cash out of town? Not really. Tonight there will be another celebration in the downtown. This time with a more Santaand-his-elves slant. Community groups are pitching in to do their part and shop owners are staying open a little longer to make the stress of Christmas shopping just a little less. We say this every year around this time, but it always rings true. One of Nelson’s greatest assets is the spirit of its residents to make life in a small town work for everybody. Despite the challenges, if we all pull together good things happen. Keeping your money circulating in the local economy is an important part of making this community work. It’s time to embrace and enjoy the holiday shopping season in our own backyard.
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World View — Gwynne Dyer
Nuclear madness gone too far
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fter the loss of 10 million American lives in the ThreeMile Island calamity in 1979, the death of two billion in the Chernobyl holocaust in 1986, and now the abandonment of all of northern Japan following the death of millions in last year’s Fukushima nuclear catastrophe, it is hardly surprising that the world’s biggest users of nuclear power are shutting their plants down. Oh, wait a minute... This just in! Nobody died in the Three-Mile Island calamity, 28 plant workers were killed and 15 other people subsequently died of thyroid cancer in the Chernobyl holocaust, and nobody died in the Fukushima catastrophe. In fact, northern Japan has not been evacuated after all. But never mind all that. They really are shutting their nuclear plants down. They have already shut them down in Japan. All of the country’s 50 nuclear reactors were closed for safety checks after the tsunami damaged the Fukushima plant, and only two have reopened so far. The government, which was previously planning to increase nuclear’s share of the national energy mix to half by 2030, has now promised to close every nuclear power plant in Japan permanently by 2040. In a policy document released last September, the Japanese government declared that “one of the pillars of the new strategy is to achieve a society that does not depend on nuclear energy as soon as possible.” In the short run, Japan is making up for the
lost nuclear energy by running tens of thousands of diesel generators flat out, and oil and gas imports have doubled. In the long run, they’ll probably just burn more coal. The new Japanese plan says that the country will replace the missing nuclear energy with an eightfold increase in renewable energy (wind, solar, etc.), and “the development of sustainable ways to use fossil fuels.” But going from four per cent to 30 per cent renewables in the energy mix will take decades, and nobody has yet found an economically sustainable way to sequester the greenhouse gas emissions from burning fossil fuels. The truth is that as the Arctic sea ice melts and grain harvests are devastated by heat waves and drought, the world’s thirdlargest user of nuclear energy has decided to go back to emitting lots and lots of carbon dioxide. In Germany, where the Greens have been campaigning against nuclear power for decades, Chancellor Angela Merkel has done a U-turn and promised to close all the country’s nuclear reactors by 2022. She also promised to replace them with renewable power sources, of course, but the reality there will also be that the country burns more fossil fuels. Belgium is also shutting down its nuclear plants, and Italy has abandoned its plans to build some. Even France, which has taken 80 per cent of its power from nuclear power plants for decades without the slightest problem, is
joining the panic. President Francois Hollande’s new government has promised to lower the country’s dependence on nuclear energy to 50 per cent of the national energy mix. But you can see why he and his colleagues had to do it. After all, nuclear energy is a kind of witchcraft, and the public is frightened. The tireless campaign against nuclear energy that the Greens have waged for decades is finally achieving its goal, at least in the developed countries. Their behaviour cannot be logically reconciled with their concern for the environment, given that abandoning nuclear will lead to a big rise in fossil fuel use, but they have never managed to make a clear distinction between the nuclear weapons they feared and the peaceful use of nuclear power. The Greens prattle about replacing nuclear power with renewables, which might come to pass in some distant future. But the brutal truth for now is that closing down the nuclear plants will lead to a sharp rise in greenhouse gas emissions, in precisely the period when the race to cut emissions and avoid a rise in average global
temperature of more than two degrees C will be won or lost. Fortunately, their superstitious fears are largely absent in more sophisticated parts of the world. Only four new nuclear reactors are under construction in the European Union, and only one in the United States, but there are 61 being built elsewhere. Over two-thirds of them are being built in the BRICs (Brazil, Russia, India and China), where economies are growing fast and governments are increasingly concerned about both pollution and climate change. But it’s not enough to outweigh the closure of so many nuclear plants in the developed world, at least in the short run. India may be aiming at getting 50 per cent of its energy from nuclear power by 2050, for example, but the fact is that only 3.7 per cent of its electricity is nuclear right now. So the price of nuclear fuel has collapsed in the last four years, and uranium mine openings and expansions have been cancelled. More people die from coal pollution each day than have been killed by 50 years of nuclear power operations — and that’s just from lung disease. If you include future deaths from global warming due to burning fossil fuels, closing down nuclear power stations is sheer madness. Welcome to the Middle Ages. Gwynne Dyer is an independent journalist whose articles are published in 45 countries
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Wayne Germaine Serving Nelson & Area Since 1987.
Local currency does make sense In response to the letter on November 16 in the Nelson Star with the headline: “Local currency does not make any sense.” I would like to offer the comparison: “Canadian financial system does not make any sense.” Most people think Canadian money comes from the Canadian government. In fact, our money is created by private banks when we get loans. Cash is not sitting in a vault waiting to be borrowed. It is conjured into our bank accounts with a few computer keystrokes. The interest we pay on those loans, however, is never created. The result is a scarcity of money. We compete for a pool of money that is never enough for all of us to pay back our loans plus our interest.
A system such as this creates scarcity, competition, fear, and greed. It requires bankruptcies, foreclosures, and more debt with more interest. Statistics Canada recently released figures showing that the average Canadian owes $163.40 for every $100 they earn. Even the federal government borrows money from banks with interest. As a result, Canadian taxpayers pay $40 billion a year in interest payments on money the government could have created itself without interest. Meanwhile, cutbacks continue to undermine our ability to care for infrastructure, health care, homelessness, and food security. All over the world entire countries are on the verge of bankruptcy. It does not make any sense.
But I see no letters to editor about monetary reform, even with the ongoing global financial crises? In Nelson we have created money as community equity rather than interest bearing debt. It is as if somebody came to town and simply gave us money, with the only condition that we must spend it locally. In the long run, we build up our capacity to take care of ourselves, fix our roads, bridges, and sewers, grow food, build houses, make clothes, all with local production. Does a local currency make sense? It takes a little more effort, but if the community accepts it, the benefits are tremendous. Michael Sheely Nelson
Songs for a November Evening a hit
I would like to express my appreciation for the prominent placement in the Nelson Star of the promotion for “Songs for a November Evening” featuring performances by the Cottonwood Singers and Lalen. It seems that a lot
of people saw the piece. The Anglican Pro-Cathedral was filled to capacity last weekend and the concert was a great success. The health of Nelson’s arts scene depends so much on the support of local media.
Thank-you for your generous assistance. Our only regret is that we had to turn so many away at the door. Next time, we will do two performances. Alan Dodsworth Cottonwood Singers
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gentleman a phone to call me to say they found the purse. I am so happy all turned out well! Thank you so much! HUGS. To my wife for putting up with the Farkle Farm crew. Having the kids get to know these whacky people better is a true gift and one that will last them a lifetime. You’re a super sweet gal. HUGS. To the Salmo gas war ~ $1.19/l is making my commute to work a little nicer these last few weeks! HUGS. Huge hugs to the owner of the Vibe store. She defines the meaning of true customer service, thank you for the discount you gave me, you didn’t have to but you did. People on a fixed income appreciate any break they can get and our daughter will be very pleased with what is under the tree. HUGS. To Suanne and Chris for driving us all the way from Vancouver to Nelson when Cancelgar struck again. You guys are one of the reasons we love where we live. HUGS. To the crew at Mallard’s for going the extra mile with my son’s skates. Appreciate it.
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THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NELSON
VOLUNTEER POSITION VACANCIES
Volunteer positions have opened up on the Nelson & District Youth Advisory Committee (NDYAC) and the Board of Variance. If you are interested in the community and the direction the City of Nelson takes for the future, we are looking for volunteers. For full information on the NDYAC and Board of Variance visit the City’s website at www.nelson.ca. Apply either online or download the application form and submit it with your resume by 4:30 p.m. on Friday December 21, 2012, to
Nelson City Council, Office of the Mayor Suite 101, 310 Ward Street Nelson, BC V1L 5S4 Email to volunteers@nelson.ca Fax to (250) 352-2131 Nelson & District Youth Advisory Committee – 3 vacancies
This Advisory Committee supports the Nelson and District Youth Centre (NDYC) staff and youth through transitional times. The NDYC supports youth leadership through its services and programming which includes a drop in youth centre, indoor skate park and a Youth Employment Resource Centre.
Board of Variance – 3 vacancies
The Board of Variance is an independent body that hears appeals for relaxation of zoning regulations, extension of non-conforming uses, relaxation of servicing requirements, reconstruction of non-conforming uses and relaxation of tree protection requirements. The Board primarily deals with requests for minor variances to the City of Nelson Zoning Bylaw regarding siting, size and dimensions of buildings where compliance would cause an undue hardship.
THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NELSON
LAND USE REGULATION BYLAW AMENDMENT
TAKE NOTICE that the Corporation of the City of Nelson proposes to amend the City of Nelson Land Use Regulation Bylaw No. 2243, 1987. The purpose of the amendment is to amend the provisions of the Core Commercial Zone, C-1 to allow for churches as a permitted use. The amending bylaws may be inspected at the office of the: Manager of Development Services & Sustainability, City Hall, First Floor, 310 Ward Street, Nelson, B.C. from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Monday to Friday inclusive with the exception of Statutory Holidays from the date of this notice until December 3, 2012 TAKE NOTICE that Nelson City Council will hold a Public Hearing for the proposed amendment: 6:00 p.m. December 3, 2012 City Hall, Council Chambers, Second Floor 310 Ward Street, Nelson B.C. at which time and place all persons who deem their interest in property affected by the amending bylaws may be heard on matters contained therein. Written submissions for or against the proposed amendment can be read or verbal submissions made at the Public Hearing. If you are unable to attend the Public Hearing, written submissions must be delivered to the City of Nelson prior to 4:30pm on the day of the Public Hearing. All written submission are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Submissions may be delivered by mail or by hand to: City of Nelson 101- 310 Ward Street, Nelson, BC V1L 5S4 or by email to development@nelson.ca.
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Police Beat
Conditions causing collisions Nelson Star Staff
The Nelson Police Department is once again reminding motorists to slow down and adjust their driving habits to winter conditions after two recent accidents on local roads. On Saturday around 6:45 p.m. police were called to a single vehicle collision in Rosemont. An SUV had gone off the road while travelling along Lakeview Crescent and rolled down a six metre embankment before landing, wheels down, in a residential backyard on McHardy Street.
Nelson Fire and Rescue had to cut the roof off the vehicle to extract the 32-year-old male driver. He was taken to Kootenay Lake Hospital, treated for minor injuries and released. A police investigation found speed was a factor in the collision and the man was charged under the Motor Vehicles Act for with driving without due care. Another vehicle rolled over after hitting a patch of black ice on Government Road in Railtown, Monday around noon. The small pickup truck came to rest on its roof. Two occupants inside were unharmed.
Police determined the accident was related to road conditions, not speed, and no charges were laid. City crews were called out to sand the slippery area to prevent further accidents at the location. With the holiday season approaching, the Nelson Police Department and other enforcement services will be ramping up the number of check stops set up throughout the city and surrounding areas. Drivers should expect to see more police presence on the road watching for impaired drivers and other driving infractions.
Preparing transit for the future
Continued from Page 1 from the community. We are asking: did we hear you correctly?” Because people in the West Kootenay are engaged and actively interested in their transit system, Burton believes the transit authority is less likely to have to go back and make further changes once the process is complete in 2013. “Sometimes when you see it on paper, and you can see these giant boards with the maps and read the schedule and what the times are at your bus stop, then it becomes real and people can really conceptualize. It’s definitely not too late to make changes. The greater number of voices we hear from, the more accurate the system can be right from the get go,” she said. An obvious new feature will be smaller busses on the road to make better use of resources during slower commuting times. But the subtle differences are the ones that are going to make bus riding more accessible to commuters. A highlight is better integration of the regional system so that common resources are better used and fares and timing points will be easier to manage, explained Burton. “Everyone will know what the level playing field is,” she said. “As it is now, the fare structure can change by 50 cents or a quarter depending on how far you are going along the line. It gets a bit confusing. People are crossing a boundary that you can barely see and wondering if they now put in 50 cents.” Burton expects many will
Local politicians unveiled a map that showed the future of transit in the region back in the spring. Next week’s meetings are the continuation of the process to improve the service in the West Kootenay. Bob Hall photo
be interested in seeing how the completed public transportation service is shaped — especially their loyal riders. But just because someone doesn’t ride the bus today, doesn’t mean this open house doesn’t apply. “There’s always a new generation of people who are looking to make that move,” Burton said. “People who are considering using transit should come. If you use transit, you are promoting a healthier lifestyle; you are going to save lots of money by leaving your single occupancy vehicle at home. We hope that everyone gives us a chance and comes to give input.” High school students planning on studying in the region after graduation can consider their transportation options, for example. Commuters looking to get downtown or between cities in the region, that have found it inconvenient in the past, can come and check if new routes and times make
it more handy. “We’d like to see this more as a commuter service where people can get on a bus and use a smart-phone or read a newspaper and travel from community to community. We got you there safely while you did work along the way. You’ve got the convenience of not having to park and all those frustrations. Let us take some of the stress off and take you where you need to go,” said Burton. West Kootenay Transit open house Nelson stops are Tuesday (December 4) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Selkirk College’s Tenth Street Campus and Touchstones Nelson from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. On Wednesday (December 5), residents can take a look at Selkirk College’s Silver King Campus from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Those not able to attend can view the proposed system online at bctransit.com until December 13.
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TRANSIT future
This year’s production features new faces
West Kootenay Open Houses We want to hear from you. In partnership with BC Transit, the West Kootenay Transit Committee is proposing to implement a new regional transit schedule and fare structure in April 2013. Visit us at one of the upcoming open houses to view the new regional fare structure, routes and schedules and tell us what you think. Tuesday, December 4
11 am – 1 pm
Selkirk College, 10th Street Campus, Nelson
Tuesday, December 4
2:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Touchstones Nelson: Museum of Art and History
Wednesday, December 5
7:30 am – 9:30 am
Selkirk College, Silver King Campus, Nelson
Wednesday, December 5
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Selkirk College, Castlegar
Wednesday, December 5
2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Castlegar & District Community Complex
Thursday, December 6
11 am – 2 pm
Selkirk College, Trail
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You can also view the proposed changes and take the survey online, www.bctransit.com/transitfuture Survey is open until December 14.
Laurie Jarvis — seen here at rehearsal earlier this month — is the director and writer for this year’s pantomime. Bob Hall photo
Continued from Page 1 there’s always a lot of editing work to add in local references and current events,” Jarvis explained. “I’ve read enough pantomimes to pick up on the format, so when I couldn’t find a script I liked, I figured it wouldn’t be too much extra trouble to just write one.”
“A lot of what’s funny in the play are things the cast members came up with in rehearsals and we found a way to work in.” Laurie Jarvis
Pantomime Director
The staple characters in every pantomime are the hero, the villain and the dame (a man dressed in women’s clothing). Jarvis says it was easy to find Sherlock Homes characters that fit the bill. She wrote a skeleton of a script, then in September after parts were cast, she left it to the small army of actors to expand on her work. “A lot of what’s funny in the play are things the cast members came up with in rehearsals and we found a way to work in,”
Jarvis said. “That’s the beauty of pantomimes; they really just take on a life of their own. Even from opening night to closing night, someone might come up with something and we’ll just add it in.” The humour aims to appeal to audiences of all ages, with a mix of innuendos for the adults to chuckle at and slapstick comedy to entertain the kids. The actors, who all volunteer their time to be in the play, range in age and experience. Jarvis said there’s a lot of new faces in the cast this year and she hopes that will also bring out some new audience members. “The idea is to come and watch your friends and family do silly things,” she said. “If people sitting in the audience like what they see, they should come to auditions next year and be a part of it.” The pantomime is a fundraiser for the Capitol Theatre that helps fund its year-round operation. Sherlock Holmes and the Hound of Buskerville opened last night and runs Friday and Saturday night at 7:30 p.m., with matinees on Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adult, $10 for student and senior, and $45 for a family of four. Buy online at capitoltheatre.bc.ca or phone 250-352-6363.
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Community Organizations Santa on Baker Street and the first annual Elf Walk will take over the 400 block of Baker Street on Friday, November 30, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Dress as an elf and be part of a flash mob-inspired event prior to Santa’s arrival at 6:30 p.m. After the big man in red switches on the Christmas tree lights, he’ll be meeting with kids at The Trading Centre. Refreshments will be provided and chili will be for sale with proceeds going to the Salvation Army.
Nelson United Church and ANKORS have teamed up to recognize World AIDS Day on Saturday, December 1. Come by the church, located at 602 Silica Street, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. for music, candlelight vigil and screening of the film Positive Women: Exposing Injustice. Refreshments provided.
Saturday, December 1 starting at 10 a.m., the L.V. Rogers grad class of 2013 is having a bottle drive. Please save your bottles as grads will be stopping by homes to collect on that day. If you would like the grads to pick up bottles and aren’t sure if you might be on a route, please call 250551-1777 to arrange pick up.
The aliens have landed in Nelson! To kick off the exhibit Aliens Among Us: BC’s Recent Plant and Animal Arrivals, Touchstones Nelson will be celebrating with an afternoon of creativity and learning activities for all ages. This free event will run from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, December 1, and will include alien crafts as well as activities led by Ken Marr of the Royal BC Museum, and Jen Vogel of the Central Kootenay Invasive Plant Committee.
The Nelson and District Art Council presents its debut ArtSocial Saturday, December 1, 7 to 10 p.m. at Oxygen, 3-320 Vernon St. (Alley Entrance). An ArtSocial is an opportunity to inspire and to be inspired through a meeting of lovers of the creative spirit. Express your desire to inspire.
Nelson Storytelling Guild meets the first Sunday of every month. The next meeting is Sunday, December 2, 7 to 9 p.m. at SelfDesign Commons, 402 Victoria Street (above the Nelson Legion). New members welcome.
Next Special Holiday Wild and Wacky Wednesday will be December 5 from 3:30 to 5pm at the Nelson Public Library. For
ages 12 and up. Make decorations and trim our Christmas tree. Enjoy some yummy holiday treats. Free, prizes. FMI Joanne jharris@nelson.ca Light Up the Hospital pledge day is Friday, December 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Chahko Mika Mall. Enjoy Christmas music from local school choirs, buy your ticket for the Canadian Diamond Necklace Raffle, drop off your donation and pick a gift from under the tree…and so much more. Visit klhf.org or call 250354-2334 for more information. 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, December 5. 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. National Day of Remembrance and Action for Violence Against Women in Thursday, December 6, the anniversary of the 1989 Montreal Massacre at Ecole Polytechnique, in which 14 young women were murdered. A Candlelight Vigil will be held on the grounds of Nelson City Hall at 4 p.m. There will be an exhibit on display throughout the day at City Hall and at 2 p.m. a video presentation and discussion of the film The Use of Technology to Stalk will be held at 518 Lake St, 2nd Floor. Nelson’s seventh annual Beans and Rice Dinner is Friday December 7, 6 pm, at Nelson’s United Church. Support Selkirk College nursing students who will be participating in a practice experience to Guatemala this spring. Cost is $10 at the door. Children are welcome. For information please call 354-4791. LV Rogers secondary school hosts a Christmas Fundraiser on Saturday, December 8. Come by the school 9 a.m. to noon for homemade pancake breakfast and activities, including a bake sale, a silent auction, games and crafts for the kids, a cake walk and a visit from Santa. Everyone is invited to this fun, family event. Entry and activities are all by donation. Pancake breakfast is $4. Proceeds will be split between the Salvation Army Food Bank and Kidsport, and used to purchase gifts from the Wish Tree.
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Amnesty International’s Write for Rights write-a-thon is Saturday, December 8 at Nelson Library 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Sunday, December 9 at Oso Negro Café from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Supplies and direction provided. Each letter does make a difference. For more details, see writeathon.ca. The Nelson Branch of the Navy Leagues of Canada is having their AGM Tuesday, December 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the Rod and Gun Club. Come and support our youth. You do not need to have a child in the Sea Cadets to be part of the organization. The next Breast Cancer Support meeting is Tuesday, December 18, noon at Community First Health Co-op, 518 Lake Street. For information call Alice 250-3526223 or Nadine 250-359-7777. Ascension Lutheran Church’s free dinner has moved with the congregation to Rosemont Elementary School while the church is prepared for demolition and reconstruction. All are welcome to join us for a free pasta dinner on Wednesday, December 19 at 5:30 p.m. Workshops Every Saturday beginning at noon, Ellison’s Market is offering free workshops. Head down to Ellison’s cafe and learn something new you can implement in your life. Intro to Brain Fitness Classes starting in January in Nelson for elders, adults, youth and children over the age of seven. Wednesday December 5, 7 to 9 p.m. at the Self Design Legion Building, 402 Victoria St. Come dressed for movement. By donation. Contact Sage sagebh@gmail. com for more info. Dying in Good Hands workshop with Christine Sutherland, Saturday, December 8, 9 to 5 p.m. at East Shore Hospice in Crawford Bay. Designed for hospice volunteers, health professionals, caregivers, massage therapists, volunteers, family and friends. Cost $50. For more information contact hospice@theeastshore.net or call toll-free 1-800-611-5788. Every Friday, Community Threads meets at Nelson and District Women’s Centre from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Come learn to knit, crochet, spin, embroider and make rag rugs. On Wednesdays, Community Threads offers quilting lessons from 9 a.m.
to noon at the same location. Women of all ages welcome. Call 250-551-4951 for info.
Craft Fairs and Bazaars Holiday Pop Up Shop at Lilikoi boutique, 471 Baker Street, on now until Saturday December 1. It opens at 10 a.m. daily. Featuring ceramics, housewares, clothing and accessories, terrariums, cards, prints, paintings, ornaments and more all by local artists. On Thursday, November 29 a portion of sales with be donated to the Nelson Women’s Centre.
The Craft Connection/Gallery 378 is having an opening for their annual Seasonal Treasures Show on Saturday, December 1 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Come in and enjoy some Christmas treats and mulled cider, meet the artists and enjoy new crafts brought in for the season.
EcoSociety’s Winter Craft Faire is Saturday, December 1, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Central School gym, 811 Stanley Street. Find some of the region’s finest crafts all under one roof. Admission by donation.
SelfDesign High invites you to their annual Fair Trade for Peace Market, December 7 to 14, at 402 Victoria Street (the second floor of the Nelson Legion Building). Open Friday 5 - 9 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Monday to Thursday 4 to 7 p.m. There will be a wide variety of crafts including home décor, textiles, and many gifts. Funds raised support SDH’s peace and social justice projects
The Kootenay Artisan Fair is back at the Prestige Lakeside Resort on December 7, 8 and 9. There will be 46 vendors and live music. It opens at noon to 9 p.m. on Friday. On Saturday and Sunday doors open at 10 p.m. with closing at 6 p.m. on Saturday and 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Earth Community Clay studios is hosting a holiday pottery sale and open house for Winter Classes on Friday, December 7 from 5 p.m. onwards. Studio tours, gift certificates, pottery sales and a door prize will be waiting for you at 1116 Latimer Street. Call 250 354-1228 for details.
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Arts
NELSON CHORAL SOCIETY PRESENTS
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Coronation Mass & works by Bach, Handel & Corelli
New Exhibit Opens on Weekend
Touchstones partnership brings alien species exhibit to life KIRSTEN HILDEBRAND
SOLOISTS: NOEMI KISS, AUDREY BISSET, DAVID HERBISON AND KEVIN ARMSTRONG DIRECTED BY KATHLEEN NEUDORF WITH THE SELKIRK CHAMBER ORCHESTRA
DEC. 8 AT 7:30 PM DEC. 9 AT 2:00PM
Nelson Star Reporter
When the Aliens Among Us exhibit opens at Touchstones Nelson Friday, two museums will have forged a partnership that benefits everyone. Two years ago when the Royal BC Museum approached Touchstones about the exhibit featuring invasive species, local curator Rod Taylor could sense a great opportunity knocking. “It’s nice that it’s a bit more of an interpretive natural history exhibit along with being a connection to the Royal BC Museum,” said Taylor. “It makes them more relevant here. It’s a nice connection to our provincial museum.” The new-but-not-so-alienrelationship includes a great deal of support that benefits a smaller museum like Touchstones. Not only do they have more funds available for things like the opening night gala, the Royal BC Museum also helped deliver the sensitive exhibit to Nelson. The Touchstones curator would love to see more traveling exhibits come to the Kootenays.
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Touchstones Nelson curator Rod Taylor works on the installation of the Aliens Among Us exhibit earlier this week. The traveling exhibit opens Friday at the local museum/art gallery. Kirsten Hildebrand photo
“It would be great if more urban galleries made this kind of connection,” said Taylor. “We’d love it if there’d be more exhibits like this.” The alien invasion partnership doesn’t end there. The Central Kootenay Invasive Plant Committee has added its own display. “We are always looking for
You know those days when you rush home from work and remember there is nothing ready in the kitchen for dinner?
Or when you decide to take that last last run at the hill and wonder the whole drive home what you are going to feed the starving masses in the back seat? Your day can be hectic: organizing lunches and after school pick-ups, doctor’s appointments and endless household chores. Life gets so busy! Prepping for dinner is last on that list for many of us.
ways we can connect with local agencies as well,” Taylor said. A gala opening reception is happening Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. featuring a DJ, a first for Touchstones. But Taylor thinks the real fun will begin on Saturday when an “Aliens Family Fun Day” will be held from 1 to
4 p.m. featuring alien crafts and activities led by Royal BC Museum’s botanist Ken Marr and Jen Vogal of the local Invasive Plant Committee. The event is free. Touchstones Nelson: Museum of Art and History is located at 502 Vernon Street. The exhibit will run from Saturday until February 24.
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Stop in….say hello…and pick something up. Make an ongoing commitment to spend at least $60 in your favorite stores. It’s pretty simple…. It’s your purchases that keep those businesses around When you think local first it allows your money to go full circle, right here at home… 360 degrees right back into our community. Spend it out of market on line or over the line…..and NOTHING comes home. Think local first. If we all made a commitment to spend more money locally….image the impact it could have on our economy…more jobs…more payroll…more local businesses… which really means a stronger tax base…that helps pay for public services for your family. Pick 3 ….Spend $60…your money goes full circle back into our community. With all the great shops and restaurants in Nelson and area… why stop at 3????
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Help Make a Difference on Christmas Morning Students from the community resources class from the Social Service Worker Program from Selkirk College took part in this years Salvation Army Angel Tree Program. The students partnered with the Salvation Army as part of their community project. The tree is located outside Save-On Foods at The Chahko Mika Mall. The tree is decorated with numbered paper angel tags with the age and gender of a child up to age 12, who is in need of a gift in Nelson. Gift contributors remove a tag from the tree and purchase the appropriate gift for the child described on the tag. The toy is then placed, unwrapped with the tag attached in the sleigh, adjacent to the tree. If you are looking to make photo submitted a difference Christmas morning for a child in Nelson, deadline to take part is December 20.
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Food Cupboard Benefits from Customer Appreciation Nelson’s DeVito’s Shoes participated in last Saturday’s Customer Appreciation Day in the downtown and pledged to donate 10 per cent of its net sales to the Nelson Food Cupboard. On Wednesday the crew at the Hall Street shoe store made good with a $756 cheque. On hand were (L-R) Vince DeVito, Anna Kirkpatrick of the Food Cupboard, Mat DeVito, Micaela Olson, Ashley Canning, Joel DeVito, Jennifer Lehmann and Jeanne Dempster. Bob Hall photo
Best Christmas Display * Business * Tell us which store you think has the best Christmas display in Nelson. You can nominate a business by sending an email to publisher@nelsonstar.com or by calling the office at 250-352-1890 and letting us know why you think this business deserves to be chosen. This is open to all Nelson businesses and the prize will be $500 worth of advertising in the Nelson Star. Decorate your store front by November 30th! Deadline for nomination is Dec. 14. A small panel of judges will make the final decision.
Best Christmas Display * Residential * Tell us which house in the Nelson area has the best Christmas Display. They will win dinner for two at the restaurant of their choice. You can nominate a neighbour or anyone for that matter. All we need is a residential address and our panel of judges will go around one evening in mid December to do the judging. If you want to nominate someone please send their street address to publisher@nelsonstar.com or by calling our office at 250-352-1890 with a brief description of why you think they should win. Deadline to enter is Dec. 14.
Winners will be announced in the newspaper on Dec 21. You don’t have to be nominated to win, however, if you want to ensure the judges don’t miss your business or house, please let us know so that we make sure it is on our list.
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Sports
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KIJHL Stats League Standings
Neil Murdoch Division TEAM GP W L T OTL P Nelson 26 19 5 1 1 40 Castlegar 26 17 5 3 1 38 Beaver Valley 25 13 10 1 1 28 Spokane 28 10 16 1 1 22 Grand Forks 25 3 20 0 2 8 Eddie Mountain Division TEAM GP W L T OTL P Fernie 23 16 5 0 2 34 Kimberley 27 16 11 0 0 32 Golden 23 13 9 0 1 27 Creston Valley 25 9 12 0 4 22 Columbia Val. 27 8 17 0 2 18 Okanagan Division TEAM GP W L T OTL P Princeton 24 15 8 0 1 31 Osoyoos 27 15 12 0 0 30 Kelowna 25 14 10 1 0 29 Summerland 24 11 12 0 1 23 Penticton 25 6 17 0 2 14 Doug Birks Division TEAM GP W L T OTL P N. Okanagan 25 17 7 0 1 35 Sicamous 25 15 5 2 3 35 Revelstoke 25 12 9 3 1 28 Kamloops 29 12 13 2 2 28 Chase 28 7 18 2 1 17
Sentinel Eyes Provincial Glory
UPCOMING GAMES
FRIDAY, November 30 Grand Forks at Nelson, 7 p.m., NDCC Golden at Creston Valley Kelowna at Columbia Valley Kimberley at Spokane Osoyoos at Princeton Beaver Valley at Kamloops Summerland at Penticton Fernie at Castlegar SATURDAY, December 1 Castlegar at Fernie Kelowna at Golden Creston Valley at Columbia Valley Beaver Valley at Chase North Okanagan at Sicamous Revelstoke at Kamloops Princeton at Penticton Kimberley at Grand Forks Summerland at Osoyoos SUNDAY, December 2 Beaver Valley at Revelstoke
The BC High School Volleyball Single-A Female Provincial Championships opened in Nelson and Castlegar on Thursday with the host team from Mount Sentinel in the thick of the hunt. The Wildcats opened the tournament at the L.V. Rogers gym on Thursday afternoon against the team from Credo Christian (above). Mount Sentinel is ranked third in the province coming into the tournament. Salmo Secondary is also in the tournament and ranked 16th. The gold medal match is scheduled for Saturday at 7 p.m. at the Castlegar Selkirk College gymnasium. For a full schedule of the tournament head to the school’s website at mtsentinel.ca. Bob Hall photo
Border Bruins Not to be Taken Lightly
No time for Leafs to relax
BOB HALL
Nelson Star Editor
It’s a three-game series of first versus worst in the Neil Murdoch Division, but the Nelson Junior Leafs are not approaching their opposition with anything other than respect. In a strange Kootenay International Junior Hockey League regular season scheduling twist, the Leafs play the
Grand Forks Border Bruins three games in a row. “We are going to approach it as a playoff series,” said Leafs head coach Frank Maida. “We are going to go out and win all three games of the series.” The series started Thursday night in Grand Forks (after Star deadline) and will continue tonight at the Nelson and District Community Complex. The Border Bru-
ins will return to Nelson on Wednesday night for the final game in the set. With only one loss in their last 14 games — that being an overtime defeat in Golden earlier this month — the Leafs have propelled themselves to the top of the division and league standings. Grand Forks once again finds itself at the bottom of the league with only three wins in 25 attempts.
Despite the different views from the standings, Maida said it would be a mistake to take wins against the Border Bruins for granted. “You need to know who you are playing and pay attention to that, but we really only focus on our game,” said Maida. “We don’t take anybody lightly. They have won Story continues to ‘League’s’ on Page 19
Nelson Leafs Leaders
PLAYER Position Colton Schell Forward Colton McCarthy Forward Carson Willans Forward Jacob Boyczuk Forward Linden Horswill Forward Bryce Nielsen Forward Seth Schmidt Defence Aaron Dunlap Forward Matthew Naka Forward JJ Beitel Defence James Sorrey Forward
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30 The Nelson Leafs are working with the Salvation Army to help re-stock the shelves.
Fans that bring a donation of non-perishable food items will recieve an entry into a draw during the second intermission, for a prize that will include an official Nelson Leaf Vintage Third Jersey, a ticket for the Nelson Leafs $10,000 Cash Raffle to be held December 19th, Nelson Leaf Game Tickets and other great items.
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Local Scoreboard Soccer Quest Adult THE BRIDGE LADIES REC GP W 5 4 5 3 5 1 5 0
TEAM Lily Whites Dirty Dozen Red Dog 4 Play
T 1 1 1 1
L 0 1 3 4
P 13 10 4 1
NELSON FORD MEN’S OPEN TEAM GP W T Old Dogs FC 5 5 0 Innkeepers 6 4 0 LVR 2 4 2 0 Kootenay Co-Op 6 1 1 LVR 1 4 1 0 Net Predators 3 0 1
L 0 2 2 4 3 2
P 15 12 6 4 3 1
L 0 1 0 3 3 5
P 13 10 9 6 4 0
JACKSON’S HOLE MEN’S MASTERS TEAM GP W T L Real Nelson 6 5 1 1 Jackson’s Hole 6 5 1 1 Abacus 6 2 1 3 Bia Boro 6 2 1 3 Ted Allen’s 6 2 0 4 Red Dog 6 2 0 4
P 13 13 7 7 6 6
TEAM Neon Indians Muckers Walking Dead Honey Badgers Mad Cows Fake Madrid
QUEEN CITY CO-ED GP W 5 4 5 3 5 2 5 2 5 1 5 0
T 1 1 3 0 1 0
Soccer Quest Youth TEAM Argentina Cameroon Russia Romania
TEAM Spain South Korea USA Australia Belgium Uraguay
TEAM Nigeria Japan Germany Columbia England Scotland
TEAM Ghana Austria Czech Republic Italy Canada Brazil
KOOTENAY CO-OP GP 7 7 7 7
8-9 W 5 4 2 1
T 1 1 0 2
L 1 2 5 4
P 16 13 6 5
KOOTENAY GLASS 10-11 GP W T 5 5 0 5 4 0 5 3 0 5 1 1 5 1 1 5 0 0
L 0 1 2 3 3 5
P 15 12 9 4 4 0
L 1 2 2 3 4 5
P 15 12 12 9 4 1
L 1 2 3 3 3 4
P 13 10 9 7 7 6
SECURE BY DESIGN GP 6 6 6 6 6 6
12-13 W T 5 0 4 0 4 0 3 0 1 1 0 1
NELSON STAR 14-16 GP W 6 4 6 3 6 3 6 2 6 2 6 2
T 1 1 0 1 1 0
BC Major Midget League TEAM Vancouver NW Giants Cariboo Cougars Okanagan Rockets Vancouver NE Chiefs Greater Vancouver Canadians Valley West Hawks South Island Royals North Island Silvertips Fraser Valley Thunderbirds Kootenay Ice Thompson Blazers
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W 15 15 12 11 9 8 6 5 4 2 1
L 1 3 2 5 7 7 9 10 12 15 17
T 2 0 4 2 2 3 5 3 2 1 5
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Continued from Page 18 some games and played us tight. We know it’s not going to just be a case of showing up and getting the points.” The Leafs have won all four games against Grand Forks so far this season, but none of the games have been cakewalks. In the third game of the season, the Leafs only managed a slim 2-1 victory. Maida said Border Bruins coach Nick Deschenes deserves credit for his team playing better than they have in the last couple of seasons. “They are well-coached and the players are believing his system,” said Maida. “They are hard working. They don’t quit and they have good goaltending.” Leafs captain Colton Schell agrees with his coach that there are no nights off. “If you lose to Grand Forks it will just be awful for us, so we have to play our game,” said Schell. “It will be a good test for us because we know they are not the best team. If we don’t show up and play hard, then we might not be coming away with three wins.” Schell continues to lead the KIJHL in scoring, but in the past four games his production has slowed. Schell’s combination with rookie Colton McCarthy and veteran Jacob Boyczuk has worked well for most of the season, but lately they have become victims of their own success. “Every team is on us now and we have to keep playing hard,” said Schell, who was held pointless against Spokane on Saturday and has registered only one goal in the last four games. “There is more hacking and grabbing and being talked to by the other team… we just have to play through it. I actually don’t mind it.” The KIJHL veteran said his line needs to get back to the basics. “We are not passing the puck as much and that is hurting our ability to produce results,” the New Westminster native said. Despite the lack of production from the team’s top line, the wins keep coming. Schell said the ability for Maida to roll all four lines with confidence has been the key to the Leafs’ success all season. “This is a team and right now everybody is going,” he said. “That’s a good feeling.” The puck drops at 7 p.m. tonight at the Nelson and District Community Complex.
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For the benefit of Kootenay Lake area residents, the following lake levels are provided by FortisBC as a public service.
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Present level: 1744.73 ft. 7 day forecast: Holding. 2012 peak:1753.78 ft. 2011 peak:1751.71 ft.
The L.V. Rogers Bombers senior boys soccer team came away with a tenth place finish at the BC High School AA Soccer Championships last week in Burnaby. The Kootenay champion Bombers started the tournament with a 3-0 loss to eventual champion Okanagan Mission last Monday. In their second game of the day, the Bombers came out with a better result when they tied Aldergrove 1-1. Still hoping for a run at the cham-
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pionship, on Tuesday morning the Bombers hopes were dashed when they lost West Vancouver’s Sentinel 5-0. In their only win of the tournament, the Bombers defeated Samuel Robertson of Maple Ridge 1-0 on Tuesday afternoon. The 1-2-1 round robin record put the Bombers in the ninth/ tenth place game against Gulf Islands on Wednesday. The Bombers were defeated 3-1 by Gulf Islands and finished the tournament as the number-ten school out of 16. In the final, Okanagan Mission defeated Archbishop Carney of Port Coquitlam 2-1 in a shootout.
Nelson Youth Soccer, Nelson Rep Soccer and Soccer Quest have once again come through for Africa. Soccer is an extremely popular sport in Nelson, as anyone can see on super soccer Saturdays through the spring and fall. Zambian youth love the sport just as much if not more. Thanks to generous local clubs,
rural impoverished children and youth in Zambia will be playing soccer with a lot more style and pride. For the last few years, Nelson soccer clubs have donated hundreds of jerseys, cleats, balls, and bags to NAKA, a local volunteer group working with rural communities in Kaoma, Zambia. These Zambian children have come to know and love Nelson for their ongoing generosity.
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Helping Make the Outdoors Safe While waiting for the snow to fall, past and present presidents of the Whitewater Ski Team delivered a cheque for $1,075 to the Whitewater Avalanche Awareness Beyond the Boundaries Society. The two groups share the proceeds from the Rockstar Parking Raffle. Tickets for this year’s Rockstar Parking spot are available at the Whitewater office and, with all this snow flying, tickets will be available at the lodge very soon. (L-R) Paul Osak past-president Whitewater Ski Team ski team; Kirk Jensen manager of outdoor operations at Whitewater; Anne Pigeon, general manager of Whitewater; Tracy Punchard, president Whitewater Ski Team.
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The West Kootenay Bantam Wildcats returned from a tournament in Kamloops this past weekend.
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The West Kootenay Bantam Wildcats continue to enjoy success against some tough provincial competition. The regional girls hockey team returned from Kamloops this past weekend with a 2-2 record, but more important than the results was the solid efforts against top caliber teams. In the opening game of the tournament, the Wildcats were matched against a very strong club from
Red Deer. Despite a huge game by goaltender Catalina Hardland, the Wildcats were edged 4-2 by the eventual tournament finalists. Jordan Zilkie and Paige Gattafoni each scored for the Wildcats. In the team’s second game against host Kamloops, Nelson’s Emma Wheeldon scored a goal and added an assist on the way to pacing the locals to a 3-1 win. In the final round robin game against Williams Lake, the Wildcats needed a win to earn a spot in the
semi-final. Kendra Waterstreet, Gattafoni and Wheeldon scored to give the Wildcats a 3-1 victory. In the semi-final the Wildcats came up against the province’s top-ranked North Shore Winter Club from Vancouver. The Kootenay squad lost 6-0 to the Winter Club who went onto with the tournament with a 1-0 win over Red Deer. The Wildcats play regular season games in the West Kootenay bantam house league which is made up of primarily boys.
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Leadership Principles That Work - 5 Pastor Jim Reimer–Kootenay Christian Fellowship MAKING A DIFFERENCE!
corporation, spend the day in a kindergarten class, or a stay at home mom, you are leading somebody.
This is my concluding article on leadership. Not because there is nothing more to say, but the month has ended and December will be a new theme with a new writer taking this spot.
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In my first article, I used the life of Nehemiah, a giant leader of yester year as my backdrop. About him I said:
I write on leadership, simply because everyone is a leader in varying degrees. Whether you are the CEO of a huge
1. He had passion for what mattered.
2. He was willing to sacrifice his own comforts for the betterment of others. God likes that; it is the characteristic of Jesus. 3. He was willing to step out.
The phrase, “Somebody oughta do something about that!” was not a part of his vocabulary. God uses people that actually face up to an issue and put their hand to the plow without looking back. The second article was on the power of words. Leaders understand their use of words will demoralize or inspire, bring hope or despair, create or destruct, so they watch and use words carefully.
The third article I postulated that words are not enough, but leaders need to live out their words. Leaders are “gitter done” people. Words and action must align for others to be inspired to follow. May your words be soft and your actions loud.
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Last week I gave ideas on how to keep your leadership fresh andinspiring to others. I would like to continue that thought in the little space I have left.
Here are some one liners for you to ponder: · Don’t be a world changer, just change one thing.
· People don’t care how much you know, until they know how much you care. · Leading is not about being right, but about being willing to pay the price. · Admitting when one is wrong and changing direction can be the greatest strength of a leader.
· Set the compass first in your own life, before you try to direct others. Leaders know where they are going. In conclusion let me quote from the greatest leader of all times, Jesus Christ, where he said, “You know that those who are regarded as rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them. Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be slave of all. Mark 10:4244. The use of the word slave is an interesting one. Slaves had no rights, no privileges, and no classification, except to serve the master. True leaders are ones that serve not for privileges, status or recognition, but simply because it is the right thing to do. If you have found these articles interesting or disturbing, or would like copy of a missed article, please email me and I would be happy to send you one. Pastorjim@ kcfoffice.com
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The phone call came the night before the Nelson Waldorf School’s most magical event of the year: The Winter Faire. The stage had been set. The Cookie Kingdom beckoned to children, the Children’s Only Store (no parents allowed!) awaited its first shoppers and the artisans’ market smelled of warm chai, delicious homemade baked goods and the even sweeter scent of handcrafted treasures. At eight o’clock Friday night, a flash of bright light in the southern sky caught many a Nelsonite’s attention. Meanwhile, a call from the school confirmed its impact: no electricity! “Sorry, we hope to have the power restored by morning,” was the discouraging message. Despite their most valiant efforts, Fortis and Nelson Hydro were unable to restore the power by morning (many, many thanks to those fine workers). Now it was decision time. What do we about a Winter Faire cancellation? What about the chili, apple pies, and flavoured popcorn? What about the Glory Bowls, organic mulled cider and chai!? So, we did the first thing you do in a crisis, we took a deep breath and gathered community. The volunteers who had spent countless hours tarping the floors and warming the wax pots at the candle dipping gathered. The artisans who had already set up their tables gathered. The staff and teachers gathered. The parents, board members and students gathered as well. Finally, after heartfelt discussion, the decision was made to collect our baking, our gnome crafts and cookies, to tuck away the fairytale theatre and wool. With spirit we said: “We’ll reschedule to December 8.” As we dismantled the Winter Faire, we still had no electricity, but were lit by the feeling of community coming together. See you on the 8th!
Vigil set for next week NELSON — December 6 is the National Day of Remembrance and Action for Violence Against Women, marking the anniversary of the 1989 Montreal Massacre at Ecole Polytechnique, in which 14 young women were murdered. A candlelight vigil will be held on the grounds of Nelson City Hall at 4 p.m. There will be an exhibit on display throughout the day at City Hall and at 2 p.m. a video presentation and discussion of the film The Use of Technology to Stalk will be held at 518 Lake Street, 2nd Floor. In addition to honouring the victims of the Montreal Massacre, December 6 is also an opportunity to remember all women and children who have been impacted by violence. This day represents a time to reflect on the issue of violence against women in our society and to move toward concrete action to eliminate all forms of gender-based violence. This event is hosted by The Nelson Violence Against Women in Relationships Committee, which is an interdisciplinary committee that examines gaps and best practices in response to incidents of violence against women. The committee is comprised of representatives from community organizations and the criminal justice system. Email coordinator@shawlink.ca to register for the video presentation.
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HELP Honduras Society focusses on Market Children Top and Botton right pictures show volunteer tutors with two younger children, while the bottom left picture shows one of the youth leaders talking to a class about ethics using the Rotary 4 Way Test as a basis for how they should act in their dealings with others.
By Ron Ross The HELP Honduras Society is a group of Rotarians located in British Columbia. They operate a literacy and education program in Honduras, the largest component of which is the Tegucigalpa Market Children Program. The Public School System in Honduras is free, but you can’t go if you don’t have a uniform, shoes, books and school supplies. The Hondurans (mostly single mothers) who sell in the public markets could not afford to buy all those things so they did not send their kids to school. If they could afford to send one, it would be the oldest boy. The others worked in the markets or elsewhere, and without any education, many gravitated to petty crime, prostitution, drugs and extortion. Three Rotary Clubs in Tegucigalpa decided to change that so started a Rotary controlled NGO called Alternativas Y Opportunidades. (AYO) They developed the Tegucigalpa Market Children Program which now provides the things needed to attend school, as well as primary health care, youth clubs, parents training and adult literacy. The whole family is taken under their wing, when the kids become part of the program. Recently, a program funded by The Rotary Foundation, the Economic Opportunity Training Program, was started with the goal of improving the family income so that the parents could provide the education for some or all of their children. In addition school graduates were provided with training in job search, resume writing and interview skills. When the children have problems with their school subjects, they are not likely to be able to turn to their mom or dad for help, since most are functionally illiterate. So AYO has trained 75 Volunteer Tutors to help the kids. This is why the “Market Children” have a 98% pass rate compared to the 85% national average in the Public System. There are approximately 2000 Market Children in Tegucigalpa, and the program has been expanded to Danli and Santa Barbara Honduras where there are another 1000 children. All these kids are the poorest of the poor. Honduras has the second poorest population in the Americas, with 50% below the poverty line. Honduras is the most violent country in the world. Kabul and Bagdad are safer.This program is an education program, but is also an anti-poverty program. Education is an inoculation against poverty. For additional information go to www.crcid.org, click on HELP Honduras under programs, or call 250-229-4702. Donate on-line at www.canadahelps.org Type in HELP Honduras and sponsor a child by providing the things they need to attend school.
New LVR Interact Club focussed on developing leadership skills for youth Nelson Interact Club By Chloe Lemay L.V.Rogers Secondary School has recently started an Interact club for youth who want to get involved with the community, meet new people, become more aware on a regional, national and international scale and improve their leadership skills. Wendy Lacroix is the head organizer of the club and also a member of the Nelson Rotary Club. Members of Nelson Interact not only get the chance to complete their food safe and first aid courses, but also the chance to travel to a third world country and volunteer. The Interact club is a student driven club with the help and
guidance of Wendy Lacroix and other adults and teachers involved. So far we have helped clean the Slocan river, volunteered during the Thanksgiving diner at the Soup Kitchen, helped move books for the the library book sale and met and worked with the Castlegar Interact Club. We do everything from planning fundraisers, to catering at weddings, to picking up litter beside the highway. If you want to get involved it’s never too late to join, you do not have to attend L.V.Rogers, everyone’s welcome! Our next meeting will be at the Nelson Youth Center (NDYC), December 1st, 4:00 to 5:00pm.
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Christmas Trees for Sale The Nelson Rotary Club will once again be selling Christmas trees as a fundraiser this year. Trees will go on sale Friday, November 30 at the Walmart garden centre location. Hours are Monday - Thursday 11 am - 6 pm, Friday 10 am - 9 pm and Saturday & Sunday 10 am - 6 pm. Prices wil vary dependent on the size of trees. Last year the Rotary trees sold out quickly, so stop by early for the best selection. For more information on Christmas tree sales contact Bob Henderson at 250354-2950.
Wine Pairing Presented by the Rotary Club of Nelson Daybreak at Selkirk College ~ Mary Hall, Nelson Date: Friday, January 11, 2013 Time: 6:00 Extras : • Wine Raffle for a wheelbarrow of wine • Fundraising for Rotary projects Cost: $65.00 per person
A 4 course wine paired meal prepared by the fabulous Selkirk College Hospitality students. Contact for tickets: Harry Pringle 250-505-1374 Roger Higgins at Investors Group ~ 250-352-7777 or Any member of Rotary Club of Nelson Daybreak
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HOME SHARE PROVIDER The Kootenay Society for Community Living supports individuals with developmental disabilities and/or spectrum disorders. We currently have opening for Home Share Providers to share their home and provide support to individuals in the West Kootenay.Your qualifications include experience working with individuals with development disabilities and the desire to provide a safe and welcoming home that offers individuals the opportunity for inclusion. For more details please visit our website at www.ksclcastlegar.net. To apply, please forward your resume either by email to bgoolieffkscl@telus.net or by fax 250-365-5679
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Heavy Duty Mechanic Wanted Yellowhead Road & Bridge (Kootenay) Ltd. is looking for a Mechanic for our New Denver facility. Applicants should hold a valid TQ for Heavy Duty or Commercial Transport and a Motor Vehicle Inspectors Licence. Resume can be faxed to 250 352-2172
The Kootenay Society for Community Living seeks casual employees to work in the West Kootenay. Casual employees provide service for persons with development disabilities and/or spectrum disorder in residential settings and in the community. For more information please visit our website at www.ksclcastlegar.net. To apply please either email your resume to hr-kscl@telus.net or fax to 250-365-5679
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ROCKY MOUNTAIN FIBERcurrently seeking timber/land purchase, standing timber, timber harvesting & purchasing opportunities (all species, including Douglas Fir) in the Golden, Radium Hot Springs, Invermere and Cranbrook/Kimberly areas (Rocky Mountain and surrounding forest districts). Please contact 250-688-1651 or email: rockymountainfiber@gmail.com for details.
Helen Tagami passed away peacefully at Jubilee Manor in Nelson, British Columbia on November 27, 2012 at the age of 90. A Funeral Service will be held in the chapel of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd. on Tuesday, December 4, 2012 at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow the service at the Nelson Memorial Park Cemetery.As an expression of sympathy, friends and family may make a donation to the charity of their choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd. Online condolences may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca
Help Wanted HEAVY DUTY JOURNEYMAN DIESEL MECHANIC required in Invermere, B.C. Permanent full-time position. Wage based on experience. $30 – $38. Benefit package available. Please fax or email resume to 250-342-0212 max@maxhelmer.ca
An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator Operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.
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320 Vernon St (Alley entrance)
Raymond John Winters
We announce the passing of Raymond John Winters . Ray was predeceased by his parents Sidney & Bertha Winters. Survived by a sister Valerie and brother-in-law Henri Kurki, brothers Melvin (Marg), Ron (Jane), Ken (Lucille) plus many nieces & nephews. Ray was an artist who painted in his youth, he went on to love music & the craft of building guitars. He also loved and worked with electronics.A graveside service was held at Nelson Memorial Park Cemetery on Wednesday, November 21, 2012 at 11:00 am with Shane Bowden ofÀciating. We would like to thank his friends in Nelson the Doctors, and nurses at the Kootenay Lake Hospital and Thompson Funeral Service Ltd. As an expression of sympathy family and friends may make a donation in Raymond’s memory to Selkirk College Arts & Music c/o Joyce Buckler jbuckler@selkirk.ca 250-365-1360 Funeral arrangements under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd. On-line condolences may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca
In loving Memory Maryann “Ann” Maida 1920 - 2012
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Maryann Maida on November 7, 2012, at the age of 92 years. Maryann will be dearly missed by daughters, Catharene (Cathy) (Glenn) and Rosemary (Dave), grandchildren, Andrew, Dan, Doug, Tammie, Joanne, Melanie, Allison and Dale, as well as great-grandchildren, Shayla, Sienna, BreeAnne, Dawson and Heidi-Rose. Maryann was predeceased by husband, Lou Maida, daughter, Patricia and son, Barry as well as her siblings. Maryann was born in Big River, Saskatchewan on July 16, 1920. She was very active in sports and played hockey for the women’s team and softball for the Saskatoon Pats. She later moved to BC where she met Lou. They were married at Christina Lake in 1940. Maryann lived in Saskatoon while Lou served in the army overseas. Their eldest daughter, Cathy was born there. They returned to Christina Lake in 1946. Rosemary and Patricia were born a few years later. The family moved in 1952 to the mining town of Riondel where they settled,and Barry was an addition to the family in 1953. Maryann and Lou loved to spend time on Kootenay Lake boating and Àshing with the family. In recent years, Maryann lived on her own in Grand Forks and had just moved into a new Independent Living Retirement Home in October. We know that she would want her friends in Riondel, Nelson and area to know of her passing. At Maryann’s request there will be no service. The family will have a Celebration of Life at a later date. In lieu of Áowers, those who wish to make a donation in Maryann’s memory may do so to a charity or organization of their choice. Our loving mother, grandmother and friend may no longer be with us, but her love and spirit will remain with us always. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com
The Kootenay Society for Community Living seeks a permanent full-time Customized Employment Coordinator to work in the West Kootenay. Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Customized Employment Coordinator provides customized employment services for persons with development disabilities and/or other spectrum disorders with an 80% target placement rate. For more details please visit our website at www.ksclcastlegar.net. To apply please either email your resume to bgooliefkscl@telus.net or fax to 250-365-5679 This posting closes on December 10, 2012
CERTIFIED DENTAL ASSISTANT Our dental team is growing. If you are a qualified, personable, team-oriented and patient-focused CDA we want you! Supportive work environment where excellence is valued and rewarded. Please respond by sending your resume to: drkellydavidoff@shawbiz.ca or fax: 250-352-5503
BORDERLINE TRANSMISSION is restructuring and is now looking for a
Service Manager and
Auto Technician
Bring resume to Borderline Transmission 2865B Highway Drive, Trail Phone 250-368-3231
Live in Caretaker position As a live in caretaker you will be responsible for the general maintenance in a non profit affordable housing building. This will include the light upkeep and day to day maintenance tasks around the building. It will have a paid night security component and you will be expected to respond to emergency situations. A minimum of 3 years cleaning and maintenance experience plus the ability to lift 25kg if needed. Resumes should be submitted no later than noon on Friday, December 14th, 2012 to: Klee Hunter, Manager, Affordable and Emergency Housing 521 Vernon Street, Nelson, BC V1L 4E9 Ph: 250-352-2851 Email: khunter@nelsoncares.ca
We’re on the net at www.bcclassified.com
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Homes for Rent
BUTCHER SHOP
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
BRIGHT, QUIET 1 bdrm, downtown Nelson, N/S N/P $750 incls heat,avail Dec 1st 352-9765
Mountain Station, Nelson: Applications accepted to rent a one brdm house 352-2345 avail now
TERA ENVIRONMENTAL Consultants (TERA) has immediate openings for positions in the environmental field. TERA is an environmental consulting services company specializing in the Canadian pipeline, power line, and oil and gas industries. TERA provides its employees with competitive compensation and benefits, flexible working schedules, career growth opportunities and more. For current and future opening visit our website www.teraenv.com. To apply e-mail your cover letter and resume to careers@teraenv.com
Services
Martial Arts Improve your body, mind and spirit. Kyokushin Karate. Children & Adults M-W-F @ Trafalgar School 551-3345 call Keith for more info.
Financial Services GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com
Handypersons Gare’s Home Maintenance & Contracting Call 250-359-2983 or Cell 250-304-5298
Household Services
Free Items Free: Electric Hospital Bed in good condition 352-7170 FREE EXERCISE EQUIPMENT One eliptical machine and one rowing machine. 354-4525
Fruit & Vegetables Frozen 5 lb bags Raspberries $15 a bag 1699 Hwy 3A Thrums 250-399-4779
Furniture 30” white elec range $350, total fridge $350, danby bar fridge $100, bottled water cooler $90, coffee table w/drawers $100, older couch/bed $50 view/buy above items Tues Dec 4th Curtis 352-3651
Heavy Duty Machinery A- STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges / Equipment Wheel loaders JD 644E & 544A / 63’ & 90’ Stiff boom 5th wheel crane trucks/Excavators EX200-5 & 892D-LC / Small forklifts / F350 C/C “Cabs”20’40’45’53’ New/ Used/ Damaged /Containers Semi Trailers for Hiway & StorageCall 24 Hrs 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com
Limited Release for Christmas - West Kootenay Boundary Country regional pictorial map poster by renowned artist Jean Louis Rheault. $25 + HST. Available at the Nelson, Trail & Castlegar Visitor Centres & Gallery 2 in Grand Forks Nonagenarian disposing a multitude of cherished items, antique and modern. China Cabinet $80, barley corn folding table $175, trunk $50, record player, records, sewing machine, collection of razors, sharpening stuff, lighters, old cameras, postcards, pliers, timekeepers, wartime, medical bandages, 2 speakers, home and shop tools, 306 rifle with scope & case, deepwell pump, pop boxes, damaged motorcycle, big roll of single strand wire, fireproof shingles, antique farm implements & 8N Tractors, stump puller, ploughs, discs, harrow mower, rake, heavy roller, cultivator etc. etc. etc. acreage, house in Nelson 505-5200
WINTER TIRES FOR SALE 2 Winguard on steel rims 3/4 tread 205-65 R15 94T $100 for the pair • Crib mattress (great condition) $20 Call 250-362-7681 after 5pm or Cell # 250-231-2174
Misc. Wanted Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 250-863-3082 in Town
Musical Instruments Upright Piano $300 OBO phone 250 551-3917
SIX MILE- Furnished Suites, NS/NP Starting @ $750/month utilities included 250-825-9421
Commercial/ Industrial 3 Room Office space 500blk Baker St upstairs. phone 250-352-3330 ask for Cameron (lv msg.)
Homes for Rent 3-BDRM, Nelson. 1.5 baths, $1475 all incl. Pets w/deposit NS. Ref’s req’d. Avail Dec 1st (250)352-0333 3-bdrm townhouse, 1-1/2 baths, unfurnished, W/D, F/S, gas fireplace, clean & roomy, Rosemont, avail now. N/S, N/P. $1050/m ref req’d 250 505-5460 CASTLEGAR, Broadwater Rd. Immac dble 2 bdrm, 2 bath, manufactured home, open concept, private corner dble lot, F/S. DW, Gas fire, hot tub, WD hook up, 2 workshops, huge deck, floral yard to die for, N/S, small pets ok, $1150/mth + utilities, DD, $550 Call 780-333-1676, Avail Dec 1st, vgoegan1@gmail.com
Office/Retail
Want to Rent
Shared Accommodation Uphill: Room in house suitable for student N/S $400/m 250 551-0242
Suites, Lower 2 bdrm, fenced yard, windows all around $800/m includes util avail immediately 354-1944
Townhouses WOODLAND PARK HOUSING CO-OP has clean affordable 2 & 3 bedroom townhouse with basements centrally located and close to amenities, park like setting Applications forms at #1, 1692 Silverwood Crescent, Castle gar, 250-365-2677 leave msg
Auto Financing
Nelson: Reliable male & female in their 40’s need a 2 bdrm in $600-$800 range all incl for Jan 1st 2013 Deborah 250 352-9876
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
Transportation
Rentals
DreamTeam Auto Financing “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals
1-800-961-7022
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Cars - Domestic
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2005 Subaru Forester. 5 spd, AWD. Excellently maintained, with maintenance records. Extra set of summers on rims. 1-year old winters on. Silver. 260,000 km. Very reliable. $6800 obo. 352-5406
Trucks & Vans
1995 CHEV S10 BLAZER: 4dr, 4x4, excellent condition inside and out, 214,000kms, well-maintained, extra set of tires, all records, $3000. 250352-6250
2005 Toyota Tacoma Quad Cab, mint, only 118,000 km incl summer & winter wheels & tires, 6 speed manual trans, $19,900 OBO contact Ross @ 354-3384
Boats World’s Finest FISHING BOATS
Weldcraft, Hewescraft, Lund, Godfrey Pontoons Mark’s Marine, Hayden, ID 1-888-821-2200 www.marksmarineinc.com
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Real Estate Houses For Sale
CHILLSPOT IS The Coolest Dog Bed-A new and innovative, thermodynamically cooled dog bed, that enhances the cool tile surfaces our pets rely on during the warm weather months. www.chillspot.biz Radial Arm Saw Sears $95, Utility Trailer Fat deck 6x7 $125 250 352-1710
Exclusive Factory Direct Pricing on SRI 14s, 16s, doubles & modular homes. Take advantage of our 38 years experience and then take advantage of our pricing only at Lake Country Modular conveniently located next to SRI’s factory. Huge grants, discounts and factory incentives. Call Don at 1-866-766-2214 or visit us at 515 Beaver Lake Rd, Kelowna www.LCMhomes.com
Cleaning Services
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BC INSPECTED GRADED AA OR BETTER LOCALLY GROWN NATURAL BEEF Hormone Free Grass Fed/Grain Finished $100 Packages Available Quarters/Halves $2.50/lb Hanging Weight Extra Lean Hamburger $4.00/lb TARZWELL FARMS 250-428-4316 Creston
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Nelson Waldorf School seeking a Practical arts Teacher for Jan-June, 2013. Part-time position (8-10 classes/week) for grades 5-8. BC Teacher Certification is required. Experience/training in woodwork or similar practical art (blacksmithing or metal work) required. Preference given to candidates with Waldorf Teacher Certification and teaching experience. Please send resume and letter of interest to: administrator@nelsonwaldorf.org
Merchandise for Sale
A-1 FURNACE & Air Duct Cleaning. Complete Furnace/Air Duct Systems cleaned & sterilized. Locally owned & operated. 1-800-5650355 (Free estimates)
Pets & Livestock
Feed & Hay Alfalfa, alfalfa mix or straight grass (small square bales) in Lister. Call Jay or Trish at 250428-9755
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Solid Family Home
ID:3315
International franchise with strong earnings, after-purchase guidance, busy Castlegar Loc.
Rare walk-out unit at Granite Pointe, fully upgraded with largest master bedroom in development.
3-4 bedroom family home with enough room for a basement suite. Immediate possession.
$200K-$250K
High Street Bargain
Forest Townhome
Perfect 1st Time/Retirement
reduced!
ID: 1575
ID:1045 Affordable, renovated 1,332 sq ft, 3 bed, 2 bath home situated on a private, treed .69 acre lot.
$250K-$300K
ID: 1025
Rare opportunity for this two bedroom condo on offer just steps from the downtown core.
20 acre forested park on one side and golf course on the other. Great 3 bed, 3 bath.
$300K-$350K
$350K-$400K
Mortgage Helper Acreage Good Home & 20 Flat Acres ID: 1525
Incredible Value! ID: 1035
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Ready to Build W/F
ID:1475
Just under an acre and fully serviced on Kootenay Lake. Awaiting your dream home...
Best Price Waterfront
ID:1385
Great family getaway property. Clean, 2 bed mobile home w/ dock and room to expand.
City & Lake Views
ID:1465 Ideal 3 bed, 2 bath home just outside city limits. Huge sun deck w/ hot tub and fireplace.
ID: 1605 Horses, gardening, or loads of room to wander could all be yours with this 20 acre ranch.
7 Meadow Creek Acres
ID: 1315
2 bed, 2 bath mobile w/ large carport, shop, add’nl garage, w/ mature cedars all around.
Knock-Out Patio!
ID:1055
Engineered floors, vaulted ceil ceilings, loft-style mbdrm, 3 beds, 3 baths with a great deck. Must see.
Close to College
ID: 1015
Well appointed and newly renovated 3 bed, 2.5 baths, handy to Selkirk Campus.
New Home & 12+Acres ID: 1165
reduced! New hi-efficiency solar home and 12.5 acres of very secluded land just 10 mins from Castlegar.
Just 10 minutes from town you’ll find this cute 3 bdrm home on 2.53 acres w/ rental cabin. Immediate possession.
21 Riverfront Acres
ID: 1155 Beautiful mfd. home w/ basement near Salmo with 21+ acres riverfront, a barn and fencing. Wow!
Fairview Family Value ID: 1565
Close to Lakeside, 2,400sqft split-level family home w/ beautifully landscaped lot.
Large, well planned with 5 absolutely massive bedrooms on 1.18 acres near Fletcher Creek.
Rare Deal Near Balfour
ID: 1615
$400K-$450K
Sought-After Vallican Acres ID: 2155 new listing
Two bedroom, mountain retreat style cottage on whopping 29 acre parcel near Balfour.
Make an Offer! reduced!
ID:1595
4 BDRM family home located walking distance from beach w/ gurgling creek in backyard.
All of the Upgrades! 700’ of Riverfront!
Craftsman built 2,700 sqft home with large, detached workshop on 7 flat, sunny acres near Slocan Park.
Home, Rental & Busi Business ID: 1075
ID: 1415
ID: 1175 8.8 acres on the lazy Slocan River just outside Winlaw. Recreational opportunities abound.
Best Balfour Acreage! Fairview Room to Grow
r e t s a f sold 11 acres offers mix of pasture and trees, creek, multiple buildings and lake views.
ID: 1585
Right beside a tranquil creek in lower Fairview on great 60X120 lot. Wheelchair accessible too!
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Steps from the Beach 4-PLEX Vacation Home ID:3325 ID: 3095 new listing
Stunning 4 bed, 3 bath home, south facing on beautiful .51 acre lot overlooking Kootenay Lake.
New Home in the Sun
ter s a f d l so New construction in West Kootenay’s sunniest corner. 2/5/10 warranty, HST included.
Lakeshore Lifestyle ID:1275
50 feet of beach, a dock with covered boat slip, 4 beds, 3 baths. Come have a look.
$550K-$600K
4 rentable vacation suites on the Slocan river with furnishings and hot tub included.
$600K-$650K
Best Bonnington View ID:3295
Panoramic view, privacy, 3 bed, 3 bath, 1.72 acre property, sauna, greenhouse, hothouse & more.
$650K-$700K
Close to Nelson W/F
ID:1495
Just a short walk from the city is this .5 acre lot w/ 86' of sandy beach. 4 bed, 2 bath.
Modern w/ Mortgage Helper $700K-$750K ID:1215 WF Home & Cottage! ID:1455
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Astounding views of the Kootenay River and a very flexible floor plan. Just minutes from Nelson.
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143' on the water with a solid 3 bed, 3 bath home on a level .69 acre lot w/ 1 bdrm cottage.
Timeless Family Retreat ID:3045 Step into a 2 bed, 2 bath home, a job, and a stream of rental income all in one fell swoop...
3 Homes-9 Flat Acres-Wow ID: 3335
Easily among the best of the Granite Pointe condos, this unit has it all: A/C, engineered H/W, Granite, gas stove and more...
$500K-$550K
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Country farm house with two additional dwellings, & barn on 9+ prime, flat, ag-friendly acres.
Great Home & 32 Acres reduced! ID: 1265 A farmer, artist, or gardener’s dream: 3 beds, 2 baths plus room to roam, retreat, & relax.
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ID:1485
3 bedroom log home with 17.89 acres. Barn, pasture, forest. Near Fruitvale. Must See.
Waterfront with Shop ID:1625
Over 3,000 sqft of boat access waterfront living space on the East Shore of Kootenay Lake.
$850K-$900K
Waterfront w/ Shop ID: 1115 A 330 X 85 waterfront parcel in Procter with 4 beds, 4 baths and a great 3 bay garage/shop.
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Selkirk College Nursing Program
Fundraiser offers taste of Guatemala
SAVE A LIFE! Adopt a Rescue Pet!
SUBMITTED Special to the Nelson Star
For a seventh year, Nelson’s annual Beans and Rice extravaganza returns. The ever popular event offers a delicious, traditional Guatemalan dinner at 6 p.m. on December 7 at Nelson’s United Church in support of third-year Selkirk College nursing students who will be participating in a practice experience to Guatemala this spring. Ten nursing students will travel there in May, 2013 for three weeks. They have been invited to share with and learn from five different grassroots organizations whose community work promoting health, as a basic human right, continues to bring about significant positive social change. Previous groups visited urban free-trade zones, highland villages where community health and well-being is being affected by Canadian mining operations, and also the remote north-eastern jungle region of the country, where government health services are almost non-existent. It is a practice experience that brings to life the incredible resilience, capacity, and creativity of the Guatemalan people as they actively confront the formidable challenges to health that they face. This event is the first major fundraising effort to send the group south this coming spring. As well as the dinner, there will be music, silent auction, and a personal report from students who made the trip south this past year, sharing images and stories of their rich experience. Abundant community support has been the foundation in making this international practice experience possible, and students once more express their gratitude to our local citizens, businesses and organizations. Cost is $10 at the door. Children are welcome. For more information call 354-4791.
Kootenay Animal Assistance Program Society (KAAP) has many affectionate, healthy cats and kittens who would really like to find their forever homes before the holidays. We have all colours and sizes. All KAAP felines are vet checked, vaccinated, tattooed, and spayed/neutered, and this is covered by their adoption fee. All pets are listed on www.kaap.ca, or call Daryl at 250-5511053 for more information or to arrange a visit in their foster homes.. Selkirk nursing student Tessa Munro (right) during last year’s trip to Guatemala.
HAPPY TO CALL THIS HOME
Wayne Germaine 250.354.2814 wayne@valhallapathrealty.com
$304,900
A new monthly public event, sponsored by the Nelson & District Arts Council
Call Wayne
Well maintained multi-tenanted commercial building located in the downtown core of Nelson, BC. Zoned C-1 and sitting on a 42 x 120 foot corner lot, this building offers over 5,000 square feet of retail space on 2 levels.
Robert Goertz 250.354.8500 robert@valhallapathrealty.com www.kootenayconnector.com
$624,900
Call Robert PROCTER AT ITS BEST
Norm Zaytsoff 250.354.8584 norm@valhallapathrealty.com
$239,000
Nestled on 4 separately titled, generously sized lots scattered with heritage fruit trees, gardens and loads of sun, this 3-bed, 1-bath home has a great flow, generous room sizes and a real Kootenay feel. A wrap-around deck encompasses the house taking in the stunning views of the lake and offers endless enjoyment on those long summer nights. All within thirty minutes to Nelson.
Call Norm or Lev TREASURED HOBBY FARM
Lev Zaytsoff 250.354.8443 lev@valhallapathrealty.com
Saturday, December 1, 7-10 pm Oxygen Art Centre Join us for an evening of visual art, music and creative energy as we mingle, celebrate the season and network with artists and art lovers.
Charming home situated on a 50’ x 120’ lot with views of the lake, city and mountains. Fir floors, fir window and door trim, gorgeous hickory kitchen that leads to a large deck. Basement has a 3rd bdrm and offers opportunity for further development. Upgrades include plumbing, electrical, roof, facia and gutters. Fenced yard with excellent sun exposure. Single car garage with access from the lane.
602 JOSEPHINE
You are invited to
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250.352.7861 2124 Ymir Road www.nelsonvet.com
$269,900 James Loeppky 250.509.0804 james@valhallapathrealty.com
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$173,000
First time on the market, this property has been lovingly maintained and family owned for half a century. The house is in great condition offering 3 beds and one bath. The land is all usable and is ideal for keeping animals or growing veggies equipped with a large 3 bay shop and a barn. Within 25 min to Nelson or Castlegar
Every time you shop at the Kootenay Co-op, you have the opportunity to make a $2 donation to help homeless animals in our community. Just ask the cashier to swipe the KAAP Till Card, right beside the cash register. Thank you from KAAP! Be part of a community that is supporting a more humane approach to our animals. Donate just $5 a month to KAAP and become an honorary member of our Rescue Team. Details at kaap.ca/rescue-team. Join today!
Call Lev or Norm PARADISE FOUND! Owning this beautiful ½ acre lake view lot is just the beginning. Strata ownership of over 260 acres of wilderness park and protected greenspace. Beach area, many kilometers of walking and bike trails, proposed yacht club & waterfront walkway. Come take a look at what paradise looks like.
Call James
Kristina Little 250-509-2550 kristina@valhallapathrealty.com
Kootenay Animal Assistance Program Society (KAAP) Pets Available for Adoption For info call 250-551-1053 or visit www.kaap.ca
Please join us in welcoming our newest Sales Representative, Steven Skolka, to the dynamic sales team at Valhalla Path Realty! Steven Skolka 250-354-3031 steven@valhallapathrealty.com
www.valhallapathrealty.com
ADOPT TODAY!
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!
www.spca.bc.ca/nelson
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November 30, 2012 COUNCIL UPDATES
NELSON HYDRO NEWS
Hall Street and Railtown District right on track Nelson residents and City Council are making great progress on the improvement of a couple of important downtown neighbourhoods. As part of its Sustainable Waterfront and Downtown Master Plan (SWDMP) and City Council’s priorities, city staff and locals are helping create a vision for the Hall Street corridor, which runs from the south end of Hall’s intersection with Herridge Lane, down to the Government Wharf on the shores of Kootenay Lake’s West Arm. The traffic and pedestrian thoroughfare is the only direct corridor linking Nelson’s downtown with the city’s waterfront. More than 50 Nelson residents turned out to October’s Hall Street Revitalization Open House. Council has formed two working groups to guide the implementation of the Waterfront and Downtown Master Plan. Both have been meeting monthly on the Hall Street project, and the Railtown District too. So far, Railtown District improvements include work to the Baker Street bridge and sidewalk over Cottonwood Creek, new heritage street lighting, beautiful railings created and installed by local artist Brent Bukowski, new Railtown signage and the design of new banners for the Baker Street four-way stop, slated to go up within the next few weeks. On another good news note…The City of Nelson received two FortisBC PowerSense awards last month, one for natural gas savings achieved through boiler retrofits at City Hall and the Civic Centre, and another — a Fortis Conservation Leadership Award — for its EcoSave Energy Retrofits Program. The city has also achieved top-level status in the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ (FCM) Partners for Climate Protection Program — we’re one of just six BC municipalities to have attained that goal.
OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT NEWS Help your snow removal crews make a clean sweep With winter here, the City is reminding Nelson residents they can be a big help to our snow removal crews…Here are a few tips to follow: • In order to allow the City’s snow clearing equipment to plow close to curbs and maintain maximum street width, vehicles must be parked on the odd-numbered side of the street on odd-numbered dates, and parked on the even-numbered side of the street on even-numbered dates. • Residents and business owners are required to remove snow or ice on walkways outside their homes/businesses no later than 11:00 a.m. daily (except Sundays, for businesses). A sidewalk snowplow map is available on the City of Nelson’s web page. • Under City Traffic Bylaw 3156, the City has the right to impound vehicles/trailers that interfere with snow removal. Residents will also be responsible for impoundment fees and a $50 administration charge.
A holiday head’s up Here’s your City of Nelson Christmas Holiday schedule.
City Hall, Nelson Hydro, the Operations Department and the Nelson Public Library will all be closed: • Tuesday, December 25, 2012 • Wednesday, December 26, 2012 • Tuesday, January 1, 2013 Residential garbage and recycling pick up is the week of December 24 to 28. There’ll be no pick up on either Tuesday, December 25
or Wednesday, December 26—garbage and recycling from those days will be picked up on Thursday, December 27. Questions? Please call 250-352-8238. For Operations emergency service, please call 250-352-3103. Nelson Transit buses won’t run during the Christmas Holidays on: • Tuesday, December 25, 2012 • Wednesday, December 26, 2012 • Tuesday, January 1, 2013 Questions? Nelson Transit at 250-352-8228
CITY BULLETIN BOARD Party, but not too hearty Christmas is a time to celebrate – but the Nelson Police Department is reminding everyone to celebrate sensibly. With office parties and get-togethers with family and friends on tap, this is also a time when drinking and driving becomes a great concern for police officers all across Canada. A stern reminder: Motorists who drink and drive risk losing their license, and much more. Penalties range from a 24-hour driving suspension, an Immediate Roadside Prohibition (IRP) with Vehicle Impoundment (VI), and criminal charges. There is also the risk of losing a loved one, a best friend or being responsible for the death of someone else. There’ll be random Road Checks throughout the Christmas Season, so if you’ve had a few drinks, take a cab, public transit or appoint a designated driver so you, your family and friends get home safely.
Brighten up, keep costs down
Looking to go a little greener this Christmas and save a dollar? Install energy efficient LED light strings on your home and outdoor trees, rather than standard incandescent light strings. Did you know?: Compared to incandescent bulbs, LED strings use up to 95% less energy, last 10 times longer, are more durable and produce very little heat. They’re competitively priced too.
Finding a perfect tree: The Tap Test
It’s a fact—most Christmas fires can be prevented. Before buying your tree, test it for freshness by tapping the base on the ground. If needles fall or can be pulled off easily the tree is too dry! Find a cool spot for your evergreen, away from vents and the fireplace, and water your tree often. And don’t forget this holiday season… Cardboard and wrapping paper often contain material that create dangerous deposits in your chimney, or release toxins into the air. They should never be burned in your fireplace. Speaking of Christmas trees…The Nelson Lions Club and 561 Osprey Squadron Air Cadets will be picking up trees on Saturday, January 5 for a suggested donation of $5 per tree. Simply leave your tree in front of your property by 9:00 a.m. Saturday morning. If you’re not home, leave a note on the tree to let volunteers know where your donation is located (a neighbour’s, mailbox, etc). More info? 250-352-9771
Development Services & Sustainability: Nelson’s low carbon path to the year 2040
Did you know that Nelson’s housing stock is significantly older than the Provincial average, with approximately 35% of our housing stock built before 1946, and the provincial average is just around 7.5%. We also drive older vehicles than many other communities—factors that drive up energy use and emissions despite the fact we drive less, and live in smaller buildings than the Provincial average. The City has developed a plan to reduce its energy use and greenhouse gas emissions, which includes improvements to pedestrian and cycling infrastructure, the EcoSave Energy Retrofits Program, the Cascadia Green Building Council’s natural washroom building in Rosemont park, and businesses like The Seed Studio, which has installed the first solar grid-tied power system in the City. More info? www.nelson.ca/sustainability.
Tis the season to support local youth
Looking for a stocking stuffer? Support the Nelson and District Youth Centre by purchasing an “I NDYC” T-shirt. For $25, you’ll get a T-shirt silk screened by local youth and provide financial support for youth programs. You can also make a donation to the NDYC and receive Columbia Community Dollars. Money raised goes towards skills training for youth and youth programs, and in return, you get money you can spend in our community.
The Nelson and District Youth Center is offering another Skills Link Connect 4 job readiness program, aimed at bridging the gap between employers’ needs and today’s young work force. The program has three components, including work experience, and is open to unemployed people aged 15-30 who have no EI attachment. If you’re an employer looking to help a young worker, while getting free labour, call us. Info? 250-352-5656, e-mail yercadmin@netidea.com, or visit our website.
Snow Ho Ho! Here’s what’s up at the Nelson Public Library through the chilly month of December:
• Wednesday, December 5: Wild-n-Wacky Wednesday-before-Christmas for teens! 3:30 pm for ages 12 and up. Drop in, bring a friend. • Monday, December 10: Fines for Food Day! Pay late fines today and benefit the Nelson Food Cupboard.
• Wednesday, December 12: Christmas Storytime for 3 to 5-year olds. 10:15 am. Pre-register at 352-6333.
• Thursday, December 13: Tweens! It’s Fiesta Time at the Library. 3:30pm for kids 9 to 11 years. Pre-register at 352-6333. Holiday Hours: • Open regular hours until December 22 • Closed December 24, 25, and 26 • Open regular hours until December 29 • Closed Dec 31 and January 1 Visit: www.nelsonlibrary.ca.
Watch for your Seasonal Update... It’s that time of year again when the City of Nelson provides its bi-annual Seasonal Update, mailed to you in your Nelson Hydro bill. The update has seasonal specific information regarding all sorts of city services, including the garbage collection and holiday schedules for 2013. If you haven’t already received your copy, the updates are being delivered over this month and next.
…And Best of the Season!
There’ll be no City of Nelson newsletter in December…We’ll be back in January. So with that in mind, from Mayor John Dooley, city council and all of the staff at the City of Nelson — have a great month, Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and a safe holiday!
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Mailing address: Suite 101, 310 Ward Street, Nelson, BC V1L 5S4 Email: info@nelson.ca • Phone: (250) 352-5511 • Fax: (250) 352-2131 website: http://www.nelson.ca
To report a power outage, electrical hazard, damage to Nelson Hydro equipment or for outage updates, call 1-877-32HYDRO (1-877-324-9376).
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early 90 singers and instrumentalists will squeeze onto the stage at The Capitol Theatre next weekend for a classical Christmas Concert of epic proportion.
Every three years or so, the 60-member Nelson Choral Society and 25-member Selkirk Chamber Orchestra team up for an event. This year's concert features Wolfgang Mozart’s Coronation Mass and other famous works by composers Handel, Bach and Corelli. Professional soloists — including Audrey Bisset, Kevin Armstrong, Noemi Kiss — will also add their voices to the show. Choral Society Director Kathleen Neudorf said it will be an uplifting evening of music. "Whenever you have more instruments and more voices involved, it really adds a lot to the whole experience and makes the sound very rich," she said. "It's really special whenever we can get together." She said Mozart's Coronation Mass is a particularly grand piece of music. Written in 1779, it's sung in Latin and makes use of all the soloists. "It's pure magic," Neudorf said. "It really interlines the soloists with the choir, as they sing back and forth." Orchestra director Wendy Herbison
said it's a treat to have such an excellent selection of music to perform. "We wouldn't play this without a choir to sing it," she said. A retired music teacher, Herbison leads the orchestra from her seat among the violinists rather than serving as only a conductor. "The orchestras has had conductors in the past, but I found we needed a violinist more than a conductor," she said. Herbison has pulled together instrumentalists from as far away as Cranbrook to play this concert. One of the regular violinists was working internationally and will fly in from Bolivia the day before the show. "We hope her plane lands," Herbison laughed.
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They also have some young music students joining them. "This is an opportunity for some of the more advanced students to have an experience to play with an orchestra and a choir, some of them for the first time," Herbison said. The orchestra will be on stage with the choir, giving the audience a chance to see the musicians who are often hidden below the stage in the music pit. The two shows take place Saturday, December 8 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, December 9 at 2:30 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for seniors and students. Tickets can be purchased at the Capitol Theatre box office, online at capitoltheatre.bc.ca or by phone at 250-352-6363.
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Brian Rosen & The WhatNow is a Nelson rock/reggae/funk band with a humanitarian and Earth-loving message. Performances are passionate and full of energy as they spread their positive message and deliver fearless rhythms. This group is quickly becoming one of the most refreshing bands to hit the Western Canadian music scene. The WhatNow boasts a cadre of multitalented lads, including a film scorer, a DJ, singer/songwriters, recording engineers, and classically-trained players. This tight ensemble holds down a potent groove, hypnotizing the audience. Carefully-crafted songs give way to bouts of adventurous improvisation when this band takes the stage. They release of their debut album Planting the Seed in 2008. Since then the music has been growing, keeping focus on song writing, touring and more recording. In July, they celebrated the release of their highly anticipated second Album Choose Your Choice. It’s an album that focuses on the importance of connecting with and preserving Nature. Along with a message of self awareness and understanding. See Brian Rosen & The WhatNow at The Royal Saturday, December 8. Tickets are $510 sliding scale at the door. Doors open at 9 p.m.
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collection of writers’ portraits that were once part of a touring exhibit have been collected into a new coffee table book. Released last month, 111 West Coast Literary Portraits features photography by Nelson’s Blaise Enright and Berry Peterson, who lives on Vancouver Island. The pair were living in Vancouver when they set out to photograph as many writers as they could. They started the project in 1997 and spent six years building up the original collection of photos. “We both had full-time jobs, so we were working on this on the weekends and during our vacation time,” explained Enright. While both had studied photography, they were working in unrelated fields and their trips were a chance to embrace their passion. They’d pack up their photo gear and travel to a writer’s home together to create the portraits. “We always went to their homes, because that’s where people are most comfortable and we could capture their true character,” Enright said. The project took them around the Lower Mainland, across Vancouver Island and to the Gulf Islands. In addition to being photographed, each author also provided some accompanying words to be displayed with the framed photograph. “We gave them free reign as far as the writing went,” Enright said. “Most wrote
something original — some prose or a poem — others gave us a sample from their work.” Their collection became part of Lit Happens, a travelling show that supported literacy and was exhibited in many public spaces in Vancouver and on the Coast. Some of the places it was shown include the Vancouver International Writers Festival, the Pendulum Gallery, Word on the Street, and the BC Book Prizes gala. Their photos were part of that show for nearly a decade, until the two photographers went their separate ways. Enright moved to Nelson and Peterson settled in Comox, located 200 kilometres North of Victoria. Their collaboration ended and the photos were packed away, and may have stayed that way if it weren’t for the persistence of a book publisher on Salt Spring Island. “Mona Fertig [of Mother Tongue Publishing] saw the exhibit when it was on display and, I guess because it’s what she does for a living, she immediately thought it would make a great book,” Enright said. Initially the photographers resisted. They preferred to see their work in frames and on the walls of galleries. But after the exhibits ended, they gave into the idea of having a book made. The result is a 264 page coffee table book, which was released in October. Each portrait is reproduced alongside the text submitted by that author. Flipping through the book, Enright is reminded the many colourful characters
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she met while working on the project and is glad to have another way to show the collection. “We met so many interesting people,” Enright said. “Unless you’re a writer yourself, most people read books without really thinking about the person who wrote it — the character behind the
for children, families and even adults. Want to create a winter polymer clay portrait of Mom? Dad? Grandma on skis? Would any special family members appreciate a playful penguin sculpture with a hand-painted home? Or a fantastic glittery snow globe complete with a unique clay character? Using professional art materials, let our smiling curators guide your child in creating a treasured keepsake for someone special. For the first time in Nelson, 4Cats is letting parents in on the fun as well. There
will be special family events, including making a winter family portrait, building a gingerbread house, and celebrating artist Paul Klee’s birthday with a special parent-child workshop. It’s also a great place to host your work parties, so make sure to call ahead and book early. You can sign your children up for any of the December classes by visiting the 4Cats website at 4cats.com/nelson or giving the studio a call at 250-354-CATS. Schedules and prices are available online or on location at 524A Victoria St.
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This holiday season, let your kids join in the fun at 4Cats Arts Studio to create wonderful masterpieces that they can give as gifts to friends and family. 4Cats is offering a special “Give the Gift” program for children ages two to 15, to make that gift that money just can’t buy. You can drop your children off at the arts studio, rush around town to do your own shopping, and then return to find handcrafted treasures just waiting to be wrapped up. 4Cats is also offering single themed workshops
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characters. Unless an author becomes really famous, you’d hardly ever hear about them.” Enright will be signing copies of 111 West Coast Literary Portraits at Otter Books on December 8 from 1 to 3 p.m. as part of the “Take a Local Author Home for Christmas” series.
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I’m currently house sitting for a couple that are in their 40’s. Usually, the age of my close friends doesn’t matter, but for the sake of proving a point it does. When you’re in your 20’s there’s this rather close-minded stigma about older people, almost like they don’t know how to be young. One thing we tend to forget is that at one point, everybody was young. Everyone partied, dated, danced, loved, and still do. This couple has made me realize that. So as I’m house sitting, I looked at their album collection and stumbled upon Nazareth’s greatest hits. They’ve constantly tried to ram Nazareth down my throat, so I feel like I owed it to them to listen to it from front to back. I’ve always thought Nazareth was one of those lame hair metal bands, but I’m admitting defeat. Nazareth rocks - that felt good to say. You know when you can sing a song but you don’t know the artist? That’s Nazareth for me. I had no idea that they did “Love hurts.” It’s probably the most cliche songs to be used in films, but you’ll still sing it at the top of your lungs. Guaranteed. “This Flight Tonight?!” They sing that too? Nazareth, you’re outdoing yourself here. This will blow your mind: Joni Mitchell wrote that song. Crazy. Is this common knowledge? Probably. The best song on their greatest hits is by far, “Turn on your Receiver.” I’ve listened to it repeatedly and will continue to do so probably every day until I eventually find the love of my life who will bake me cookies and dress up in one of those cool nurse uniforms. You know the one’s with the little hats? That will be a glorious day. Until then, I’ll sing the great lyric, “Get your hands off my womaaaaan!” Of course, while listening to Nazareth you need to have a beer in hand. When “Hair of The Dog” plays, you’ll be glad you did. Everybody loves that line “now you’re messing with a son of a b***h.” Even if you’re a bean
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pole like me, when you say those words you could fight an army. This isn’t hair metal at all. I’m admitting defeat. Usually I hate being wrong, but being wrong has never felt so good. Nazareth does a great job of bridging the generation gap. Now if only Van Halen could do the same, I think there’d be peace on earth.
Sisters Brothers is a book that draws one in from the first page. There is something charming about these ruthless psychopathic cowboys that keep you rooting for them, even as they mow down those that get in their way. Who knew the frontiersmen of the 1850’s spoke with such a quaint turn of phrase (if they really did)? This multi-award winner portrays two very different brothers bound together by an early life of violence leading to their employment as hired killers. They are almost always on the move, but the narrator brother, Eli, longs for something other, for love and a settled life. His older brother, Charlie, seems to genuinely enjoy killing, and their differences lead to many interesting and humorous conversations. Patrick DeWitt manages to paint a graphic and gritty picture of the Wild West and the characters that inhabited it that feels genuine and alive, while at times being very funny.
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The Dam Inn was the place to be for Open Stage this week as the Royal booked Wooden Sky for an attended show just before they set out for their European tour so the Open Stage got bumped for a week. Inclement weather made for a poorly attended show at the Balfour Beach Inn. I had difficulty getting there myself. It was a pretty exciting night at the Dam Inn. Rob Funk was there to give us some great beats rhythms and energy. He backed up a few different ensembles on drums. I really enjoyed Sally T and Rob Hay from the Slocan Valley with Melanie Shwartz on the viola and Rob on the Drums. Later Joanne headed a set with George on the electric guitar
and Bert on the harmonica and Duncan on the drums. Bex and Susan finished the evening with some of their heart felt originals. I saw a lot of smiling faces that evening. I had the chance to entertain most of the evening at the Balfour Beach Inn as only one other performer was there that evening. I didn’t get the chance to write down his name but he said he was visiting from the lower mainland. He was a pretty amazing guitarist and backed me up on several numbers then disappeared again. It was a nice night with the few people that where there. If you google Artmin Productions, I always keep an updated schedule there so folks can check for times and places that are presenting Open Stages that I host.
Lizzy Hoyt Trio Lizzy Hoyt is known for her lively and en- regular Celtic-folk material as well as some ergetic performances that bring audiences to material from her new holiday album called, A their feet. Christmas Song. This album is a collection of Her music has been recognized on both the ancient Christmas carols and features the Celtnational and international ic influences in her music. level. She won “Best Female As usual, Hoyt will blend toLizzy Hoyt Trio Artist” at the 8th Internationgether her talents as a vocalist, December 6, 8 p.m. al Acoustic Music Awards (a songwriter, fiddler, multi-instruShambhalla Music Hall contest that saw over 11,000 mentalist (fiddle, guitar, harp, Tickets $15 at the door applicants), was a 2011 Canamandolin) and step-dancer to dian Folk Music Award Nomiensure the audience is touched nee for Traditional Singer of the Year and has and entertained. been named a finalist in both the John Lennon Travelling with her are her regular musicians: Songwriting Contest and the USA Songwriting upright bassist and harmony singer Keith RemCompetition. pel, and guitarist and mandolin player Chris Her performance in Nelson will feature her Tabbert.
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I had lunch the other day with a good friend and fellow chef Yoshi. Yoshi has been a sushi chef for 25 years and cooking for even longer. He’s a lifer like myself and I always love when I get a chance to sit down with Yoshi and talk food and culture. If our conversation isn’t about who’s the better golfer, then it surely is about some sort of food experience. The last chat brought up some thoughts that I have had over Japanese food and how a lot of people perceive it. To most people Japanese food is sushi and raw fish, which is true but that is only the tip of what I love so much about Japanese cuisine. Yoshi and I have an interesting relationship when it comes to our food and our background. I am trained in classical French and study Japanese cuisine, where Yoshi was trained in Japanese cuisine and studies classical French. The one topic that we got into this week was about Japanese food and how so many people know very little about what is truly Japanese cuisine. As much as the sushi scene has exploded in North America since the 90’s, the rest of the Japanese food scene has been shaded. I often wondered why it is that we know so much about sushi but so little about everything else that Japan has to offer. To
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me the rest of the Japanese culinary world is even more impressive than the sushi scene, but then again I am a chef and am fascinated about food more than the average foodie. When we Canadians or even North Americans think of breakfast we think of sugar loaded cereal, pancakes or waffles loaded with syrup, or greasy fried bacon and potatoes with eggs. When Japanese think of breakfast they think of things like miso soup, steamed rice, various pickled vegetables, broiled fish, or a gently rolled egg omelette and one of my favorites of all time oka nomi yaki which is a savory pancake filled with various veggies, seafood and then topped with a sweet BBQ sauce, Japanese style mayonnaise, and a generous sprinkle of bonito flakes. It’s the ultimate savory pancake. In many studies Japan places number one in the world for healthiest cultures. This is a pretty huge stat and is also something that we should be looking at on a day to day basis when it comes to our eating habits. They have a very low disease rate and a longer life span on average then we do in Canada and what they eat plays a massive role in this. There are many things that I really like about Japanese food but one thing that Yoshi and I agree about is
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the simplicity and sheer beauty of the flavors used. The different dishes are so simple that they become sophisticated and the flavors are so crisp and clean. Like any culture they have their bad sides when it comes to junk food and fatty foods but the one thing that they have going for them is the use of quality products. It is a well-known fact that the Japanese are willing to pay triple for the best quality Canadian fish and seafood. Since Canadians aren’t willing to match the price in restaurants and markets, the Japanese end up with our best fish. People often asked me why I bought a lot of my food from organic farmers when I could get it for half the price in another store and the simple answer is that it’s better. I always believe in serving quality food to the people that choose to eat what I make. It’s just one of those little subtle differences that makes great food great and okay food just another thing to eat. There is a certain feeling that I get when I eat Japanese food that no other dining experience can give me. It’s the feeling of being perfectly satisfied, like I was just given an injection of energy. For those of you who have had a great Japanese food experience you can relate.
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Dough 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp cumin seeds 2 tbs vegetable oil 3/4 cup warm water Filling 2 1/2 cups peeled and diced potatoes 1/2 cup diced carrots 1 tbs each fennel and cumin seeds 1 tsp mustard seeds 1/2 tsp each ground turmeric and coriander 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
Use a food processor if you have one (or a bowl and spoon if you don’t) to combine flour, salt and cumin seeds. Slowly add oil and water until a ball begins for form. Knead by hand for a couple minutes, then wrap in plastic and refrigerate while you prepare the filling — chilling the dough will make it easier to work with later. Boil the potatoes in plenty of salted water until soft (about 10 minutes). A few minutes before draining the potatoes, throw the carrots in the water to soften them as well. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Fry fennel, cumin and mustard seeds, tumeric and coriander for about a minute, then add onion, garlic and ginger. Fry for about three more minutes. Stir in cooked potatoes,
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One of the women I shared a house with when I first moved to Nelson use to make a big batch of samosas and freeze them, then pull them out when she was in need of a mid-day snack. It’s a great habit. Samosas are small but substantial, packed with potato and other veggies. Plus they’re fun to make. Don’t worry if your first few attempts turn out misshapen, you’ll get better at stuffing and sealing the pastry as you go.
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Cut the dough into four to six pieces, depending how big you want the samosas. Each piece of dough will make two samosas. On a floured surface, roll out the dough into circles, then cut each circle in half. Now pickup a half circle and make it into a cone by joining the cut edge by moistening the dough with some water where it overlaps and pinching the edges together to join them. Fill your cone with potato mixture, then
Bake the samosas at 375F on a parchment-lined baking tray for 15-20 minutes on each side. Or, if you have a deep fryer (or want to brave hot oil in a wok/ saucepan), you can make them like the Indian restaurants do, by frying them in oil until golden brown (about three to four minutes). Serve samosas hot with a side of chutney.
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Capitol Theater presents its 25th Anniversary Christmas pantomime Sherlock Holmes and the Hound of Buskerville directed and written by Laurie Jarvis. Showtimes are November 30 and December 1 at 7:30 p.m. and matinees on December 1 and 2 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15 adult, $10 student/senior, $45 family of four. Buy online at capitoltheatre. bc.ca or phone 250-352-6363. The Capitol panto is a mainstay of local theatre featuring members of the community of all ages in ridiculous and hilarious roles. The panto is an annual fundraising event for the Capitol Theatre Restoration Society and is an integral part of its continued operation. Come on out to this family friendly event and enjoy a night out at the theatre. We promise the panto will be great entertainment! See you at the theatre.
Film
The Change Agents, locally produced feature length movie, is back due to popular response after the sold out premiere. See it at the Capitol Theatre, Friday, December 7 at 7 p.m. Tickets $10 or $8 for students and seniors. Watch the trailer at thechangeagents.net.
Literature
Poet and novelist Tom Wayman and writer Ernest Hekkanen, author of 44 books, kick off a series of book signing events, featuring local authors, at Otter Books called "Take a Local Author Home for Christmas." The authors will be reading from their works and refreshments will be served, so come out and enjoy an evening of literary delights at Otter Books on Friday, November 30, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Visual Arts
The Kutenai Art Therapy Institute is hosting a Trash Art Show on Friday, November 30 from 5 to 8 pm. This Art Show will feature the use of recycled materials in creating artwork. The Royal BC Museum’s popular exhibition Aliens Among Us invades Touchstones Nelson from December 1 to February 24. The exhibition aims to educate British Columbians about the growing threat of alien species in our natural environment.
Music
Nelson & District Women’s Centre presents its annual fundraiser Song, Slam, and Sass on Friday, November 30 at the Eagles Hall, 620 Baker Street. Musical acts include Bessie Wapp and Clinton Swanson. Spoken word performers Elena Banfield, Jane Byers and Will Klatte will also be presenting their works. Enjoy complimentary appetizers and desserts and browse silent auction tables. Tickets are $20 at The Music Shop and Otter Books. DJ Stickybuds plays Spiritbar Friday, November 30. His sets are filled with funk, drum and bass, glitch hop, reggae and breaks all intricately woven through countless hours in the studio. Ticket information is available at the Hume Hotel. Doors open at 10 p.m. Bring yourself and your well groomed facial hair to The Royal for this annual Movember Extravaganza on Friday, November 30. Win prizes. Plus, there will be a beard-to-mo shave off with Lucas Myers. And of course the night will feature the lucious beats of DJ Rhapsody and DJ Billy Bangers. Doors open 8 p.m. Admission is by donation. $10-$20 sliding scale suggested donation. Opening Ellison’s Cafe Acoustic Unplugged Sessions at noon on Saturday, December 1 is Sarah Graeme and Brynn Forsey, alternating songs on guitars. They will be followed by Marty Carter on guitar and piano. Closing act is Chrissy V (vocals & percussion) & Friends (Roger Luscombe- uke & guitar, Lex Baas- mandolin & charango & Kirk Shave- guitarone). Val Kilmer and The New Coke are back by popular demand with a blend of their 80s and new 90s set! Dance to all your old favorites at Spirit Bar, December 1, beginning at 10 p.m. Cover $10. The Royal presents Hornography on Saturday, December 1. This nine mem-
ber band with a five piece horn section is a musical marathon that will keep you shakin’ it all night long. Joining Hornography will be Rafferty Funksmith keeping you in the flow. Tickets are $10 and are available at liveattheroyal.com and at the door. Doors open at 8 p.m. The Royal presents Poor Young Things and Tim Chaisson on Sunday, December 2. The rock and roll outfit, Poor Young Things have quickly been gaining recognition in the music world with their vintage rock and roll sound and their passionate live shows. Tickets are $10 at The Royal, Urban Legends, The Music Store and liveattheroyal.com. Doors open 6 p.m. Show at 8 p.m. The Royal is hosting a fundraiser for Lindsay Ann, the pedestrian who was hit by a car earlier this month and has had reconstructive surgery on her pelvis. The fundraiser is Tuesday, December 4 at 6 p.m. and features music by Daniel Bloom, James Lamb, Rhoneil, ElGordo, Bag Boi, Von Butcher, Chinese for Travelers, Tofu Stravinsky and Almanak. Admission is by donation. Selkirk Pro-Musica presents the Lizzy Hoyt Trio on Thursday, December 6, 8 p.m. at Shambhalla Music and Performance Hall at Selkirk College. Tickets $15 at the door and at Otter Books.
and records like pancakes, he mixes Fungineer original tunes, fancy freestyles and party rockin' flavours that tickle your ears and elbows to smile. Doors at 10. See the Hume Hotel for ticket info. The Fort Knox Five seamlessly interweaves live instrumentation with funky electronic breakbeats. Check them out at Spirit Bar on Saturday, December 8. Doors at 10 p.m. Ticket info at The Hume Hotel. WA Mozart’s Coronation Mass along with works by Bach, Handel and Corelli will be performed at the Capitol Theatre December 8 at 7:30 p.m and December 9 at 2 p.m. Soloists include Noemi Kiss, Audrey Bisset, David Herbison and Kevin Armstrong. Tickets are $20, or $15 for students and seniors.
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 p.m. 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. 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 p.m. Minors welcome. Rock N Roll Bingo at Mike's Pub on Tuesdays December 4, 11 and 18 at 8:30 p.m. Proceeds to the Nelson Skatepark Society.
Blackberry Wood returns to The Royal stage with their gypsy circus. Check out their high-energy cabaret spin on dreamy old musical styles on Friday, December 7. Doors open at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the door, and available in advance at the Royal, Urban Legends and liveattheroyal.com.
Fridays at Finley’s: After work and all request DJ to follow. Free cover.
The Fungineers come to Spirit Bar for the first time on Friday, December 7. This live puppet/dj set features Paragon, the CyberUnicornTron, as the Fungineers’ super star puppet DJ puppeteer. Packing fuzzy friends and flipping styles
Mondays at Finley’s: Football and battle of the hotels, bars and restaurants.
It’s that time again!
Come grab your vinyl and cds for CHristmas! Only at Packrat Annie’s!
Saturdays at Finley’s: All request DJ and free cover. Sundays at Finley’s: Football with karaoke at 9 p.m.
Tuesdays at Finley’s: Live rock ’n’ roll and blues band come play with the band