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Burton’s Gail Detta awarded Queen’s Jubilee medal Claire paradis Arrow Lakes News
The Burton Seniors put on a fine spread Dec. 13, with a twist. This year in addition to the fine food a Queen’s Jubilee Medal was served up to local force in the community, Gail Detta. After the many salads, turkey, ham and dessert had been savoured by the well-dressed crowd, Paul Peterson got up to “say a few words.” A few of his words which included the announcement that Gail Detta had been awarded the Queen’s Jubilee medal surprised both the diners and Detta herself. Detta, who moved to Burton in 1968, jumped in when she arrived in the little town and started volunteering in the community, contributing in many ways, some of which Peterson read out to the audience. When she came to collect her award, the room stood and gave her an ovation of appreciation. “I gave Paul some information for the medal, but he had said there was no guarantee, and then I completely forgot about it,” said Detta. Detta, who organized the evening’s entertainment, soon moved on from the award to a slide show of historical images of Burton scanned from Whistlestops Along the Columbia. The slideshow was the precursor to a series of skits Detta wrote and wrangled local people to take part in. The Burton Boys were portrayed
by Curtis Stenseth, Garney McLean and Bob Robins, two of which left to find gold and women in the Barkerville gold rush. The next skit had three local women in a saloon with spittoon and a table holding a liquor jug complaining about a rule that kept men and women separate. The third piece had a Burton shopkeeper read out the letter that she had been sent by Hydro telling her that she had to relocate to either Fauquier or Nakusp, and that Burton wouldn’t exist after the flooding of the valley. A murmur ran through the audience watching the monologue, and Detta said yes, that was how it happened: Hydro had given Burton residents a month to decide where they were going to move. Clearly they had other ideas, and the town still exists to this day. Another skit had Brian Harrop playing John McCormick Senior, and there was a bit of to-doing about the fact that Mr. McCormick wouldn’t be calling himself “senior” until there was a junior around. Mr McCormick, Sr., had been a member of of the Burton agricultural co-operative which had produced fruit and vegetables until the prices became so low that farmers could no longer afford to grow and export food. The night was filled with more historical skits and laughter in the warm and cozy community hall while outside the snow continued to fall, covering the little town in a silent white blanket.
Gail Detta was awarded the Queen’s Jubilee medal by RDCK Area K director Paul Peterson at the Burton Senior’s dinner. The award was just the beginning of the fun. Below left, Detta with her award, and right John Banta interprets John McCormick Sr. Claire Paradis/Arrow Lakes News
Nakusp CAO responds to Delterra engineer Claire paradis Arrow Lakes News
Responding to a letter to the editor that Delterra Engineering’s Trevor Shephard wrote to the Arrow Lakes News, Nakusp CAO Linda Tynan agreed that Shephard did good things for the Village, but said there were differences of opinion as far as other issues went.
Although Shephard believed it would have cost less to have him complete the Nakusp water treatment project, Tynan disagreed. “Like all contracts we enter into there are complexities and management and council determined it was in the best interest of the village to terminate him,” said Tynan, who added that it was his perspective that costs would have been lower if the Village had retained Delterra
Engineering, and it differed from the Village’s. When asked about changes in staff and additional projects which led to delays in projects that Delterra Engineering was responsible, Tynan said they were separate issues from the reasons for the termination of the company. “I think they’re independent issues,” said the CAO, who acknowledged that staff turn over
and increased environmental reporting requirements did contribute to delays in Village projects. “But that wasn’t the final reason for terminating his contract,” she asserted, stating there were larger picture issues. “The Village took all of that into account and understands that, but over and above that we had other issues.” Tynan declined to comment on details surrounding the issues.
“There are always ups and downs,” she said, noting that “it’s never a comfortable situation” when contractors are terminated. “The fact is, Trevor did really good things,” the CAO stated, “but he got paid for them too, and that’s why he doesn’t get a lot of extra credit.” Tynan pointed out that like any contractor, Delterra Engineering was paid for his work.
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Final Village council meeting mayor sat down with BC Hydro to discuss building a breakwater before sending a letter to the Comptroller. Hydro’s estimate was that it would cost $2.2 million to build a breakwater, said Hamling, who was confident that it wouldn’t cost that much. Ken France, president of the Nakusp Launch Club, has done an informal study with other Club members into the costs to replace the rotting parts of the existing breakwater which has been passed on to Hydro. The estimated cost of their project is in the order of $90,000 said mayor Hamling.
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Another brief council meeting wrapped up the year for the Village of Nakusp on Dec. 10. There were still a few questions about proper procedures from the new councillors, but the meeting moved along smoothly.
Banners are here The much-anticipated Nakusp banners have been ordered, and
mayor Karen Hamling had one on hand to show to council. The banners have the Nakusp logo– an ‘N’ coloured in green and blue to look like mountains and sky–on a white field. With one side reading “Welcome to the Village of Nakusp: Beauty. Passion. Balance.” and the other to “Visit Nakusp Hot Springs: Relax. Refresh. Return.”
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CRT meeting
The Columbia River Treaty Local Government Committee heard the information that George Penfold brought as a result of his Social Economic Benefits and Impacts Study around land values and compensation issues. The same information was give at the CRT meeting Nov. 29 in Nakusp. “The committee continues to have teleconference meetings every two weeks to ensure that the issues brought forward are being addressed,” the mayor wrote in her report to council. “I encourage everyone to visit the CBT website and the government website for information on
the treaty process.”
Another Nakusp-Kaslo bus? The West Kootenay Regional Transit is working with the Interior Health Authority to put in another run between Nakusp and Kaslo, the mayor told council, but there were no changes planned for Nakusp transit.
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Councillor Guy Duchaine said the Chamber of Commerceorganized Celebration of Lights was well attended, with sixty people in line at one point to get their picture with santa during the day.
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of 2012 short but stuffed with Nakusp news Counc. Duchaine inquired why the Good Neighbour Bylaw is still on the table. “This has been on the table for a long time,” he pointed out. “It’s going to take a lot of research,” replied mayor Hamling, noting there were many details that staff were going to have to research before the bylaw could be approved. The formation of the bylaw came in response to complaints about vermin and refuse on some properties in the village, said Ulli Mueller. Mayor Hamling said she hoped the bylaw would be in effect by the summer.
Santa hanging out in the parking lot with an elf. The jolly old world traveller had a busy day at the Celebration of Light in Nakusp. Claire Paradis/Arrow Lakes News forums about water to be held in the village, said Duchaine.
Hot Springs prospectus
Councillor Joseph Hughes reported that the Hot Springs Advisory Committee is working on a prospectus for potential investors. The Committee is working to determine the best way to market the Springs as well, and is finding Diana Brooks, Regional Economic Development Manager with the province, an invaluable help.
Hazardous waste away Councillor Ulli Mueller reported on the RDCK Resource Recovery Committee Nov. 14 meeting, where all the directors agreed that the hazardous waste pick-up was well-received and should continue on in the future. There was a discussion about rotating the location of the pick up so all tax payers in the region get an opportunity to access a drop off site close to home. Once the budget is determined, the details of the next hazardous waste pick-up will be determined.
There is a Fond farewell to better Paula Rogers way...
Counc. Mueller announced that Nakusp Library Chair Paula Rogers will be stepping down at the end of this year. “It was bittersweet,” said Mueller, who said Rogers has been a wonderful chairperson and will be sorely missed. A new chair will be taking her place in January.
NACFOR up and running Councillor Tom Zeleznik gave an update of NACFOR business, which is back on, now that the roads have frozen up and are in better shape. Falling, skidding and hauling is all a go, which is good news, said Zeleznik, particularly now that logs are fetching a better price these days.
Biomass presentation Kevin Weaver, Economic Development Manager for Cranbrook and Diana Brooks will be coming to present the Biomass Project to NACFOR and NADB Jan. 16, 2013, said Zeleznik. NACFOR is hoping to invite as many groups as possible for the presentation.
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Woodstove exchange again The Village of Nakusp will be sending a letter to the RDCK saying they will be taking part in the RDCK Woodstove exchange program in 2012 and that the Village will be funding up to 10 stoves. This means that Nakusp residents have an opportunity to apply for a
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Why question violence?
Claire Paradis Your Editor In 1963, Stanley Milgram published what he found in his experiments that measured the willingness of subjects to obey orders from people they perceived as authority figures. In the experiments, volunteers were made to inflict a series of electric shocks that progressively increased in voltage to another person they could see or hear react with pain (the wired-up victim wasn’t actually being shocked, they were told to act as though they were). Milgram devised his study just at the time Nazi war criminal Adolf Eichmann was on trial. The question how so many people could carry out inhuman acts of cruelty in concentration camps was on the minds of many, and Milgram’s study was one attempt at finding an answer. The answer he did find was deeply disturbing, and deeply human. Under the command of people they considered authorities, experimental volunteers would administer what appeared to be deadly levels of electricity to the victims. Because volunteers who gave shocks could see or hear the pain they caused, the effects on their mental state was profound. Milgram had discovered that every day people were capable of committing atrocities under certain conditions.
In the wake of the massacre in Conneticut last week, many people are asking again, how could this happen? And why does it continue to happen over and over again? What could motivate anyone to do something so horrifying? The Milgram study doesn’t give answers to our southern neighbours, shocked and demoralized by the recent violence. No one is standing over these young men who decide to pick up a gun and kill. But asking the question why is a good start. The violence doesn’t stop at the border, as anyone who remembers the Dec. 6, 1989 Ecole Polytechnique massacre knows. Does the moral responsibility lie with a culture swimming in the glorification of violence? What is the effect of technology that keeps people out of contact with one another? Variations on Milgram’s study showed that as the victim’s presence increased (seen or heard), the more likely the participant wasn’t going to comply with the authority figure’s commands. The reality of what they were doing was unavoidable. If people these days are more likely to have contact that is mediated by technology where there is a screen interface instead of a human face, is there a reduced sense of responsibility or compassion? There may have been mental health issues involved in the choices that led to the killing in Conneticut on Dec. 14, certainly. But there is no harm in asking ourselves what part we may have to play in a society where violence is frequently portrayed as the correct course of action. If there is some part of the horror that we can examine and change, even if only in our own hearts, let’s start now.
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Just who was Jesus?
John Perkins asks how much we really know about Jesus as a historical figure. Have we even got his birth date right?
John Perkins A Rational View
The historicity of Jesus is fraught with controversy. To start, at the very time of Jesus’ alleged birth, the village in which he was reputed to have been born, Bethlehem, was where King David ruled over Israel 970 years before. Time and again the New Testament and various hymns, particularly Christmas carols, try to impress upon Christians the fact that Jesus “is of David’s line.” In actual fact the gospels give two different versions of Jesus’ genealogy. Matthew uses the direct lineage approach through the father, and ignores the fact that there was no human father, but nevertheless accords Jesus the title of Prince of Judah, a title which assumes that Joseph was his father. Luke, on the other hand, traces Jesus’ lineage
through Mary and avoids the controversy. Christian apologists, a very busy segment of the Christian community, accept that Matthew traces through Joseph and Luke through Mary. The date of Jesus’ alleged birth was certainly not when Christians celebrate it on December 25. This date is only three or four days after the Winter Solstice, aka the shortest day of the year, a traditional pagan (not to be confused with atheist) festival marking rebirth, renewal and all that good stuff. It is most unlikely that the shepherds in the area around Bethlehem would be tending their flocks outside due to the biting cold of late December in that part of the West Bank. The overnight temperatures can, and do, fall regularly to zero degrees Celcius, with high humidity measurements making for a bone-chilling environment. But Christianity, not to be outdone by hordes of previous parvenu gods chose this time of year to celebrate the birth of their entry in the One True God race. There is no doubt in my mind that Christianity received a colossal boost by Emperor Constantine’s conversion to the faith, the first Roman emperor to be converted, and his organizing of the Council of Nicaea in 325AD.
Another column in 2013, before Easter which falls on the last weekend of March, will deal with the Crucifixion, or should it be Crucifiction, and the Resurrection. My own view is that Jesus is an idealization – he is a combination of all that should be perfect in a man (perfection is not normally a male attribute) and the fictional Jesus had no manly failings - that we know of. In closing, I would like to share an anecdote from my childhood. In the Derbyshire village where my paternal grandparents lived, there was an elderly bachelor called Jabez Wells, an atheist. He had lived with his widowed sister until her recent death, upon which he had been asked to leave her rented house by the owner, so he purchased a small cottage in the village, which had not been lived in for several years. The Church of England Vicar was making his rounds of the village one morning as Jaby was working in his garden. The Vicar leaned over the cottage fence and said, ”It’s wonderful what the Lord can do in a garden, isn’t it Jabez?” Without missing a beat old Jaby retorted, ” Ye shoulda seen it when ‘e ‘ad it to ‘isself Vicar, ‘twere a roight bloody mess!”
Unimpressed by CRT blitzkrieg Editor, What a refreshing article from the self-described newcomer Sonya Dann. I hope she continues on in this vein for sometime. The information blitzkrieg over the last couple of years regarding the potential expiry
date of the Treaty is entirely onesided, self-serving fatuous drivel. What could one expect from BC Hydro who build dams, the Columbia Basin Trust who depend on Keenleyside power for their existence (no conflict of interest here!), the B.C. Govern-
ment who have disregarded this area for decades and our bombastic southern neighbours who planned, participated in and profited from the valley’s destruction. Lance Gunnlaugson Burton, B.C.
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Let’s resolve to make it a real Happy New Year
David Suzuki Science Matters Wouldn’t it be wonderful if world leaders resolved to look at life in a different light this New Year? They could follow the example of Bhutan. In 1971, the small country, nestled in the Himalayas between China and India, rejected the idea of gross domestic product as the measure of progress. Instead, leaders focused on gross national happiness. The idea is finally gaining traction around the world, and I’m humbled and pleased to be involved with a global initiative to promote it. World leaders took the concept seriously enough to hold a United Nations Conference on Happiness in April 2012, and Bhutan was recognized for its environmental leadership at the recent UN climate summit in Doha, Qatar. Life isn’t perfect in Bhutan. It’s a poor country where most homes don’t have elec-
tricity. Crime is increasing and climate change is making life difficult for the farmers who provide much of the landlocked country’s food. Still, according to the Guardian, life expectancy in Bhutan has doubled over the past 20 years, almost all children now go to primary school and the country has been improving its infrastructure. Bhutan has also enshrined environmental protection and intergenerational equity in its constitution. The Right to a Healthy Environment is another initiative I’m excited about. The David Suzuki Foundation and I have been working with environmental lawyer and professor David R. Boyd and Ecojustice to promote the idea in Canada. Boyd’s book, The Right to a Healthy Environment: Revitalizing Canada’s Constitution, offers a wonderful analysis of where the world’s nations now stand on the concept, as well as strong arguments for why Canada should join the more than 140 nations that have put environmental protection in their constitutions. Caring for the environment can help achieve gross national happiness in many ways – by giving our children a more secure future, improving human health, ensuring resources are available to meet the needs of citizens,
offering recreational and spiritual connections with nature and giving people a sense of pride and respect for the natural systems that keep us alive and healthy. There’s more to happiness than just having a clean environment – and Bhutan has yet to get there. According to research for the UN Conference on Happiness, “The happiest countries in the world are all in Northern Europe (Denmark, Norway, Finland, Netherlands).” Although these countries are wealthy, the study points out that money isn’t the only factor, as happiness is decreasing in countries like the U.S. “Political freedom, strong social networks and an absence of corruption are together more important than income in explaining wellbeing differences between the top and bottom countries,” the researchers write. “At the individual level, good mental and physical health, someone to count on, job security and stable families are crucial.” Note that the happiest countries all have healthy economies and robust social programs. We can also look at how various countries responded to the recent economic crisis. Those that bailed out banks and reduced social spending are facing the same kinds of problems as before. Iceland approached its massive finan-
cial meltdown in a way that was pretty much the opposite of that taken by the U.S. and Europe, refusing to rescue its banks and increasing social spending, among other measures. Iceland still has problems, but it has recovered faster than other nations, and its social safety net remains strong. Inequality has been reduced, and the crisis spurred citizens to propose and develop a new constitution, which is being considered by parliament. There’s an old saw that says the definition of insanity is to keep doing the same thing over and over expecting different results. In the case of leaders who focus almost entirely on economic growth and corporate interests, it’s a recipe for disaster. As George Monbiot recently wrote in the U.K.’s Guardian, “In return for 150 years of explosive consumption, much of which does nothing to advance human welfare, we are atomising the natural world and the human systems that depend on it.” As light gradually returns to the north and we celebrate a season of sharing, our leaders could brighten all our lives by considering what really makes our societies strong, healthy and happy. I wish you all good health and happiness for the holiday season.
Holiday greetings from MP David Wilks Editor, As we approach the holiday season, I reflect back on the past year as your Member of Parliament and the learning curve that comes with federal politics. We as Canadians are blessed to live in one of the best countries in the world. We are able to say that we can travel freely from coast to coast to coast and enjoy the abundance that Canada has to offer. We can share in the natural beauty that Canada has to offer.
The splendour of our country ranges from the west coast and its awesome sunsets, through the Rocky Mountains, across the wheat fields of the prairies to the great lakes , and then onward to the St. Lawrence seaway and scenery of the east coast. We can be proud that we live in a country where we recognize two official languages and that our history reflects the importance of working together in both languages. I can say that although pol-
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iticians may not always agree on issues that affect Canadians, they all have the best interests of Canadians at heart. Having said that, we live in a country where everyone has the right to their opinion and can voice their concerns without persecution. Canada continues to be a melting pot country, by which we have many cultures who now call Canada their home. We are proud to boast such a multi-cultural society which shows the world that we can
live, work and learn from each other’s culture. I am honoured to be your Member of Parliament, to listen to your concerns and bring them forward and have them discussed in our nation’s capital. From my family to yours, I wish you a very joyous holiday season and Happy New Year. May you be blessed with good health and prosperity in 2013. David Wilks, MP Kootenay-Columbia
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Village of Nakusp COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE JANUARY 1 TO DECEMBER 31, 2013 COUNCIL MEETINGS
6:30 pm in Council Chambers (91 1st St. NW) • Monday, January 14, 2013 • Monday, January 28, 2013 • Tuesday, February 12, 2013 • Monday, February 25, 2013 • Monday, March 11, 2013 • Monday, March 25, 2013 • Monday, April 8, 2013 • Monday, April 22, 2013 • Monday, May 13, 2013 • Monday, May 27, 2013 • Monday, June 10, 2013 • Monday, June 24, 2013 • Monday, July 8, 2013 • Monday, August 26, 2013 • Monday, September 9, 2013 • Tuesday, October 15, 2013 • Monday, October 28, 2013 • Tuesday, November 12, 2013 • Monday, November 25, 2013 • Monday, December 9, 2013 Committee of the Whole Meeting will be scheduled as needed The Village of Nakusp may change the meetings location to the Emergency Services Building at 300 8th Ave. NW, such meeting changes will be advertised. The Council of the Village of Nakusp invites public consultation in the preparation of the Village’s 2013 Five Year Fiscal Plan. Council has begun holding budget meetings and welcomes public input from member of the community with regards to items of concern they would like to see addressed in the budget. 2013 CONFERENCES Association of Kootenay Boundary Local Government: April 17-19. Invermere B.C. Federation of Canadian Municipalities: May 31 - June 3. Vancouver B.C. Union of BC Municipalities: September 16-20. Vancouver B.C.
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Campaign gives good reasons to shop locally Claire paradis Arrow Lakes News
There’s a new movement afoot to keep wealth circulating in communities called the Ten Percent Shift, and it’s getting local business people excited. Many of us already know that it has been a tough time for local retailers, but many of us lured by the call of what appears to be a wider selection of seemingly cheaper goods out of town might not understand the broader effects of keeping shopping dollars in Nakusp. The idea behind the Shift is to try to keep ten per cent of money spent outside of the community in town, and the website gives not only good reasons to try but also some handy worksheets to figure out what your ten per cent is. The ten good reasons to search locally for goods and services found on the Ten Percent Shift
website start with the fact that spending money in your community keeps the money there. The website says that nearly 70 per cent of money spent locally stays in town, as opposed to zero when money is spend out of town. Spending money locally encourages shop owners to improve service and selection, the website also says, and allows for more local ownership and jobs. Instead of having everyone in town driving to the Okanagan or Nelson and Castlegar, the website says shopping locally is also greener, with gas-burning trips being made by truckers rather than individuals in private cars. Local businesses are more prone to support community groups than those at a distance, Ten Percent Shift points out. As many people in non-profit groups around town know, local businesses are frequently behind
donations of more than just money. Shopping locally also supports a thriving community centre where people are not only spending money but also visit and share time, too. In a way, shopping locally is also about building more of a sense of community. The Ten Percent Shift campaign isn’t aiming for a total transformation over night, but asks people to consider spending ten per cent more in town. If you factor the cost of gas to get to a larger urban centre replete with shopping choices, that’s really not that much. On Wednesday, Dec. 19 you’ll have more time than usual to up your percentage because many Nakusp merchants are staying open late for your shopping pleasure. Come find those last minute Christmas presents and spend your money on your community.
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Thank You With November 11th just passed, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the people of Nakusp for their attendance at the Remembrance Day Service, Parade and at the Cenotaph. Thanks to the generosity of the businesses and the general public for their contribution to our poppy campaign which made it a very successful one. Did you know that the money raised through the Poppy Campaign and other fundraisers does not stay within the Legion? All money generated goes directly back to the community. I would like to thank Alice Smith, the canvasser’s that volunteered their time, the community choir, Padre Guy Duchaine, Padre Captain Baxter “408”, Kathleen Fox, Rene Goodman, Talasa Larder, Gerry Conway, Richard Cann, Claire Paradis, the students who participated in the Poppy poster & literary contest as well as the teachers that made it happen.
This unique mushroom carving was stolen, along with an antique wheelbarrow, from a Castlegar home and is sorely missed. Photo courtesy Castlegar RCMP Claire paradis Arrow Lakes News
If you or someone you know is the recipient of a unique carving this Christmas, you might want to check that it isn’t one of Kootenay’s Most Wanted. Sometime between Nov. 24 and 26, a unique custom piece of art was
We hope to see you throughout the year at the other activities we are hosting, as well as during our 2013 Poppy Campaign and at the Remembrance Day ceremonies. Respectfully, Poppy Chairperson Cheryl Truax and the Royal Canadian Legion of Nakusp
The large fungus-themed sculpture has special meaning to the widowed spouse of Mr. Sammartino, who would like to have it returned to her. Unfortunately, adding insult to injury, an antique wheel barrow was also stolen from the property and RCMP believe it was used to transport the 150 lbs of sculpted wood art.
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I want to also thank the members of the Legion Ladies Auxiliary that provided the luncheon. I would be remiss if I didn’t thank the “408” Tactical Helicopter Squadron and the Engineer Squadron of Trail as they made our Remembrance Day a very special day. On behalf of our veterans, and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice, as well as the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #20, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the people of Nakusp and District for supporting us and showing respect during this time of year.
stolen from the yard of a Castlegar residence, RCMP announced Dec. 12. In 2010, Castlegar artist Robert Hubert carved four mushrooms of various sizes out of a single tree trunk, creating the distinctive sculpture. The carving was created by Hubert to pay honour to his best friend Gino Sammartino, who had passed away in 2006.
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It was a night of holidays from cultures all over the globe at Nakusp Elementary Dec. 12. Clockwise from above, the kindergarten and grade one classes bring world celebrations to life; two Hawaiian dancers; Walter Posnikoff rocks out on ukelele along with the students; grade four and five students bust out their hula moves to “Mele Kalikimaka.” Craig Savage/Arrow Lakes News
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On Wednesday, the students of Nakusp Elementary School treated a capacity crowd to a wide variety of holiday entertainment. Each group had a different theme and celebrated different elements of the season. The kindergarten and grade one classes performed a Christmas Alphabet series of readings, dressed in a variety of festive outfits—reindeer, elves, and even Christmas trees paraded across the stage. Their theme was Christmas celebrations from around the world and from other cultures; singing Feliz Navidad rounded out their part of the program. The grade four and five classes brought out the grass skirts and leis for some Hawaiian Christmas fun. The entire group played Jingle Bells in unison on the ukulele, with acting Principal Walter Posnikoff accompanying with his own skills on the ukulele as well.
Students then really got into the spirit of things as they danced to Mele Kalikimaka. Next up was a short play by the grade three class: Willy Claus. It tells the story of the little son of Santa Claus. Another quick set change enabled Santa’s sleigh to be pulled around the stage for their part of the program. In a change of pace, Mrs. Boswell’s kindergarten class partnered with the grade six class for a tribute to John Denver. They read the poem Alfie the Christmas Tree and sang To Be Wise,”with the older students standing behind the younger ones. Some had their hands on the shoulders of the kindergarten students lending a feeling of family and closeness. Bringing some cultural balance to the program was the grade three-four presentation of a First Nations-themed segment, with a variety of regions of Canada being represented. Small groups of students described how various First Nations groups would thank
“mother earth” for the things they needed. Concluding the night, the grade seven group presented a “live trailer” for their play “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.” The main performance will be at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, December 20 at the Bonnington Theatre. They described the pageant as a “play within a play” about some misbehaving kids. From what we saw, it looks like a humorous take on Christmas and will feature some very entertaining characters. This was the first NES Christmas program in two years. Last year’s program did not take place due to the teachers’ strike; teachers were not leading any extracurricular activities during that time. Many parents were encouraged to attend the dress rehearsal earlier in the week to lessen the crowds at the main performance, but it was still a packed house for the evening show.
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Season’s Best May your dreams take wing and may your joy know no boundaries this holiday season.
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Merry Christmas The Board and Staff of the Nakusp & District Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Centre wish you all a very Merry Christmas and best wishes for a prosperous New Year!
Looking for Christmas gift ideas? Stocking stuffers, Backroad Map Books, and Milton Parent’s history books are available at the Visitor Centre. Winter hours: Tuesday - Friday 11am-3pm Closed: Dec. 22nd to Jan 7th Re-Open: Jan 8th
A few more pictures from the NES concert. Above, Santa Jr. and a tough entourage; below, hilarity ensued. Craig Savage/Arrow Lakes News
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Students and families enjoy an evening that included hula dancing, beautiful dresses, Walter Posnikoff as MC, kids dreaming of presents that Santa might bring, and older students sharing with younger. Craig Savage/Arrow Lakes News
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STORY TIME AT NAKUSP LIBRARY Listen to a story for kids between 10 and 11 a.m. SENIORS’ COFFEE From 10-11 a.m., and the Serenaders are on stage from 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
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EDGEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CHRISTMAS CONCERT Starts at 1:30 p.m. at the Legion Hall.
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Friday, Dec. 21
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PARKOUR/FREERUNNING CLASSES FOR YOUTH At the
Nakusp & District Sports Complex at 200 8th Ave NW, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. For more information, contact Michael Garvey: 250-265-1778 or michealfq@shaw.ca. ACOA Adult Children of Alcoholics; meets at 97 2nd Ave NW (Terra Pondera) at 8 p.m.
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Thursday, Dec. 20
TAI CHI AT THE LEGION Beginners’ class begins at 9:30 a.m.
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Nakusp Community Concert rings in the holidays Claire paradis Arrow Lakes News
It was an afternoon of Christmas songs and music in Nakusp during the Arrow Lakes Art Council’s by-donation Community Concert. The Bonnington was filled with audience and performers in the midafternoon. Sickness caused the cancellation of the Savage School of Music’s youth contribution, but the show went on, continuing with a series of string pieces. The violin, viola and piano
The Community Concert featured the Fauquier Singers (above), and string players (below). Below right: Marilyn Massey and Ruth Bumpus string in Christmas; below left: Sabine Mocikat and Sheila McGinnis. Claire Paradis/Arrow Lakes News
came together with a range of experience. The youngest member of the group, Holly Hughes, played a 1/16 violon. Sabine Mocikat and Sheila McGinnis played three pieces, including Schumann’s Soldier’s March. The Fauquier singers dressed in red and black were up next, and regaled the audience with an assortment of seasonal medleys as well as the less traditional River Sing Your Song, a lovely meandering piece. Music filled the second half too.
NAKUSP GENERAL STORE WILL HAVE FIREWORKS AVAILABLE FOR NEW YEARS!!! Only sold between Dec 24th and Dec 31st accompanied with a permit from the Fire Chief at the Firehall. Permits are free and MUST be presented before fireworks are sold to individuals. (Must be over the age of 18 and authorized by the land owner).
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It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our husband, father and grandfather, (Ollie) Walter Lloyd Coates. He is survived by Shirley, his loving wife of 52 years and by his children Laurie (Tony), Maureen, Lloyd (Cindy), Blaine (Christie), Michelle (Jason); his grandchildren Keely, Briena, Ashlee, Allison (Byron), Lucas, Mandy (Jason), Jeffrey, Chelsey, Chelsea, Lee and Brooke; great granddaughter Alyssa and ‘baby on the way’. He is also survived by his siblings Grace (Leno), Crossley (Sandi), Donald (Ellen), Garfield (Pat) and his sister-in-law Margaret as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Walter was predeceased by his parents Frank Coates and Agnes Coates Webb (Roy) and siblings William “Pete”, Dorothy “Dot”, James “Jimmy”, Robert “Tubby”, Shirley and Louise “Lou” and grand-daughter Stephanie. Born in Nakusp, Ollie spent his first 6 years on a small farm in Forest Glen just north of Arrow Park and lived the remainder of his years in Nakusp. As an active member of the community, he was pleased to be involved with developing the existing Nakusp Hot Springs. Aside from being with his family, Ollie’s was most at peace when he was out wandering the forest trails, creeks and enjoying the mountains and their views. A memorial services will be held in his honour on Saturday, December 22 at the Arrow Lakes Alliance Church at 12:30pm. All are welcome to come and help celebrate his life. In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation may be made to a local charity of your choice.
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Fire Safety during the Holidays
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Decorating homes and businesses is a long standing tradition around the holiday season. Unfortunately, these same decorations may increase your chances of fire. Based on data from the National Fire Protection Association, an estimated 240 home fires involving Christmas trees and another 150 home fires involving holiday lights and other decorative lighting occur each year. By following a few simple fire safety tips you can keep electric lights, extension cords and power bars, candles, and the ever popular Christmas tree from creating tragedy. Christmas Trees: Keep the tree watered if it’s a natural tree. Select fresh trees. Check by bouncing the tree trunk on the ground. If needles fall off the tree, it is probably old and a potential fire hazard. Holiday Lights & Electrical: Maintain and inspect your lights for frayed wires, bare spots, broken or cracked sockets, excessive kinking or wear before using. Do not overload electrical sockets or power bars. Look for CSA labeling on products which mean they have been held up to Canadian Standards Assoc testing. Use timers when possible to limit your usage of lights. Candle Care : Never leave a burning candle Unattended. Consider using battery operated flameless candles. If you do light candles make sure they are in stable holders and place them where they cannot be easily knocked down. Never put lit candles on a Christmas Tree. Lastly Smoke Detectors save lives. Please ensure you have some in your house and remember to change the batteries. It is a good idea to change them semi-annually. E.G. Daylight Savings is a good time. From the staff of all RHC Insurance offices we wish you a Happy Holiday Season and Best Wishes for 2013!
Seniors’ dinner servers and cooks get a round of applause from an appreciative crowd. Right: The presidents draw for the door prize. Below: Ange, one of the servers, takes a moment to smile. Claire Paradis/Arrow Lakes News
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Zumba was an unexpected and high-energy part of the evening. Claire Paradis/Arrow Lakes News
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Nakusp Seniors had a wellheeled and festive dinner Friday, Dec. 15 at the Legion Hall. The night saw the reins of presidency pass from Nancy Stewart to Heather Peters. After the new president was announced, Stewart wished Peters “best of luck” in her new position and both were given a round of applause. The Seniors
Association Senior Executive were sworn in after dinner (turkey with veggies, potatoes and gravy by Deb Guest). After the moment of seriousness, Marie Wrede came in and demonstrated Zumba for the seniors. There were mixed responses to the Latin-infused performance, and probably few recruits to the high-energy exercise, for whom ballroom dancing might be a better match. The neon-clad dancers were
the introduction to the rest of the evening’s entertainment. Skits and songs were on the docket, one of which was a hilarious and very memorable rendition of “There’s a hole in my bucket” put on by an unrecognizable Dawna Denning and Doreen Durocher. The seniors outlasted this reporter who took her yawning self home to bed and left the wiser folks to party the night away.