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Salmon run prediction cut in half Early summer: Warmer-than-normal temperatures create challenges for spawning sockeye. By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF
Are they late, or are they not coming? This is a quandary Fisheries and Oceans Canada is facing with the early summer sockeye stocks which spawn in Scotch Creek and Seymour River. On Friday, Aug. 7, The Pacific Salmon Commission and the Fraser River Panel reduced initial estimates of a probable run in the neighbourhood of 837,000 early summers to 424,000.
“Through test fisheries and sampling of DNA they construct a run size and run timing estimates,” says Stu Cartwright, acting area director of the federal Fisheries and Oceans Canada for the B.C. Interior. “The DNA confirms their origins.” Cartwright says during the first seven to 10 days of the run, scientists were predicting almost double the number of salmon heading to the Shuswap. “The bottom line is, they are now more confident there will be at least 424,000 and we’re not
sure it will bump up again,” he says, noting more test fisheries and DNA sampling this coming Friday should provide a clearer picture. “They could be seven to 10 days late, or they may just not be there.” An observer at Hell’s Gate Canyon recorded a steady stream of sockeye passing the observation point last Friday. On the same day, DNA analysis in a test fishery at the approach
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Reductions: Fisheries officials have reduced their initial predictions on the size of the early summer sockeye run.
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Fishing remains closed Continued from front of Juan de Fuca Strait north of Victoria toward Port Renfrew showed approximately 13 per cent of early summers still present as they have been in varying numbers since testing began in mid July. Eighty-six per cent were summer run sockeye and only one percent was late-run sockeye, which means they are a bit late in congregating offshore. Cartwright says that out of the 424,000 early summer sockeye estimated to be in this year’s run, it looks like the early Thompson component (Scotch Creek and Seymour
River) is the group that seems to be significantly less abundant. On Aug. 6, the Fraser River discharge at Hope recorded streamflow of 2,530 cubic metres per minute,
was 18.7 C, approximately .7 degrees higher than average for this date. “So we’re taking a precautionary management approach due to the higher-than-aver-
So we’re taking a precautionary management approach due to the higherthan-average temperatures and river conditions that continue to be less than ideal for migrating sockeye. Stu Cartwright FISHERIES AND OCEANS CANADA
which is 36 per cent below average discharge for that day. The water temperature at a site near Yale
age temperatures and river conditions that continue to be less than ideal for migrating sockeye,” Cartwright
Drowning Job Solutions that victim Work identified The BC Coroners Service has confirmed the identity of a man who died in a swimming incident on Mara Lake near Sicamous on Aug. 4. He was Scott Kevin Hardy Glen, aged 24, from Saskatoon, Sask. The Coroners Service reports that Glen was staying with friends on a rental houseboat moored at a marina near Sicamous. In the early morning hours of Tuesday, Aug. 4, he and a friend were swimming from the swim deck of the houseboat when he did not resurface. The friends called for help right away but an immediate search of the area yielded no results. With the assistance of the Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue and the RCMP dive team, the body was recovered from about 15 metres of water later in the morning. The BC Coroners Service and RCMP continue to investigate this death.
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says, noting that fisheries officials are hoping to see more precipitation and cooler temperatures later this week. But he cautions, even half a degree in temperature can affect sockeye. And while it’s a bit early to estimate, Cartwright says officials are hoping the picture for the later summer sockeye stocks will be better. “That’s where we’re hoping the strength of the run will be,” he said Monday. “But we don’t know at this point of time whether they will be here, weaker or stronger.” At this time salmon fisheries remain closed other than First Nations food, social and ceremonial fisheries.
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Election forum forthcoming The Salmon Arm Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring an All Candidates Forum for the federal election on Thursday, Sept. 17 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the SASCU Recreation Centre Auditorium. Details on the format of the forum are still to be finalized. The federal election is Oct. 19. For more information, call Corryn Grayston at 250-832-6247 or email: admin@sachamber. bc.ca.
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Opposition parties may have an edge By Richard Rolke BLACK PRESS
The governing Conservatives could face an uphill battle, according to a political science professor. Prime Minister Stephen Harper dissolved Parliament triggering a federal election campaign, with Canadians voting Oct. 19. “The overall dynamic favours the opposition parties,” said Wolfgang Depner, with the University of B.C.’s Okanagan campus. “Governments that have been in power for almost 10 years have a limited shelflife and the Conservatives have lost much of their bench strength to using a sport analogy. More so than ever, Harper will be the face of the Conservative campaign. But that is the problem, Harper is deeply unpopular.” Depner says Harp-
er’s task is to convince Canadians that the other party leaders have their own baggage. “As Harper has already done so, he will frame (NDP leader Tom) Mulcair as an unstable socialist and (Liberal leader Justin) Trudeau as a pretty but empty shirt.” According to Depner, the early election call provides Harper with some advantages. “The Conservatives have the financial resources to run a long campaign, whereas both the Liberals and the New Democrats will have to spend their money wisely,” he said. The Conservatives, for example, could come out of the gates with a massive advertising blitz, which the Liberals and New Democrats might not be able to match.” However, Depner says there is a downside to the long cam-
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paign because it coincides with the trial of Mike Duffy and his alleged Senate spending. “This accords the Liberals and New Democrats a chance to link Harper with Duffy specifically and corruption generally throughout the campaign,” said Depner. “The second risk is that message discipline threatens to fray as the campaign unfolds. If you recall, Harper first assumed power after a campaign that had begun in late November 2005 and continued through early 2006. This campaign saw the Conservatives including Harper get off script, a development that cost them a majority. Which brings me to the third point and I will phrase it as a question: how many people will pay attention to a campaign that begins in the prime vacationing month of August?”
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Visitors shifting to digital info By Lachlan Labere OBSERVER STAFF
Growing dependence on social media and the Internet for travel needs may require more of a virtual presence and less of a physical presence for Salmon Arm’s Visitor Information Centre. On Monday, city council received a presentation from Salmon Arm Chamber of Commerce general manager Corryn Grayston, the purpose of which was to formally submit a renewal request for a three-year contract to operate the visitor information centre in the Old Courthouse building. Under the current contract, which expires Dec. 31, the city pays an annual fee of $134,500 for the operation of the info centre. With the proposed contract, the city would pay
$135,500 for 2015/16, $137,535 in 2017 and $139,600 in 2018. Council agreed to forward the request to budget deliberations. However, councillors also offered their thoughts on the increasing shift away from physical visitor information centres towards online technology. Coun. Alan Harrison was first to admit to being a part of this trend, which is resulting in a reduction in the number of visitors at visitor centres. “Everywhere you go, you see people on the street with a phone, figuring out what they want to do,” said Harrison. With the numbers being down at the local visitor centre, Harrison said he thinks the city cannot count on people going through
the doors and that the money would be better spent in getting people here through online and social media. “Because we all do it; when we go somewhere, you go to Google, you type in 10 best things to do in…” he said. “We need to make sure that resource is there for Salmon Arm.” Couns. Louise Wallace Richmond and Tim Lavery echoed Harrison’s suggestion that chamber focus
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A $2,500-plus contribution from city council initiatives will serve as seed money to get a proposed community garden up and running. In June, council heard from Salmon Arm resident Leslie Gurney, who has offered to donate an acre of her property at 2870 60th Avenue NE for a community garden, proposed in partnership with the Shuswap Food Action Network and the Shuswap Family Resource Centre. In exchange, Gurney asked that a water line be brought to the property separate from the one connected to Gurney’s residence. Council asked city staff to find a cost-effective way to help make the garden a reality. Staff later came back to council with three options, the most effective and least expensive – and the one council chose to go with – estimated to cost $2,500.
In addition to the cost of the water extension, council also agreed to cover, again through council initiatives, a covenant that restricts use of the donated property to a community garden, allowing the city to disconnect the new water service should it no longer be used as such. Furthermore, in response to concerns by city administrator Carl Bannister that the city cannot contravene its own bylaws by giving water away for free, council agreed to also cover a $262 flat rate for water for the coming year, also out of council initiatives, and that the cost of water (to be metered) be put into future budgets. “Staff feels we do need a number, whether it’s the metered rate or the numbered rate… But the flat rate is something we can stand by,” said Bannister. “It’s a set rate,” he said. “We can monitor it and report back in the future.”
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Home variances rejected By Lachlan Labere OBSERVER STAFF
Willow Cove property owners will have to redesign their retirement home after having their requested variances denied unanimously by city council. Council’s decision to deny the variances for Dan and Elaine Sewell’s property – lot 1 in the Willow Cove subdivision – followed an hour and 20 minutes of public statements, and about a half-hour of subsequent deliberation. Council was not amenable to the variance reducing the rear parcel setback from six to 3.5 metres, as a variance had already been approved for the property in 2006 (for a former owner), for a front parcel line setback from six to three metres. The variance that caused the most consternation, particularly for adjacent neighbours outside of the subdivision, was a variance to increase the maximum two-metre combined height for a retaining wall and fence in a rear residential zone to 7.6 metres (a 4.6 metre wall and a two-metre fence). The rear-yard setback and the wall were to accommodate a raised grade on the steep property for the construction of the home, with a rear deck and backyard. While other Willow
Cove property owners, represented in part by their strata council, spoke in favour of the variances, other neighbouring property owners, including Leah Shaw and Steve Genn and Chris and Tina Letham, protested the retaining wall and the negative impact it would have on their properties. “Imagine what it would be like to have a gigantic building with this concrete wall and a further wall ahead of that as part of their permanent place to live,” commented Shaw. “And I’m not saying everybody shouldn’t have a nice place to live and I feel sorry for the Sewells, but they have an unfortunate piece of land to build in, and it’s unfortunate because they’re trying to make it beautiful by making adaptations that are going to be repulsive to us.” Chris Letham said he’d received notice of the proposed variances only 12 days prior to Monday’s public hearing. Subsequently, he challenged a city staff report which, along with a recommendation to council to accept the variances, notes staff had received a letter from the applicants stating they have “discussed the building plans and variance requests with the neighbouring property to the west and they do not object to the proposal.” “In our discussions in May, the only thing that
was suggested to us was there would be an application for a deck.” Letham also expressed his dismay with how the proposed retaining wall and raised property would impact their privacy. This impact was key to Coun. Alan Harrison’s decision on the variances. “We certainly hear from the people who live in Willow Cove and they are feeling that it’s not going to affect them,” said Har-
Alan Harrison CITY COUNCILLOR rison. “I believe that’s true for them… but the only people who really know how it’s going to affect people like the Lethams are the Lethams… I think we need to listen to them.” Coun. Kevin Flynn suggested more compromise was needed on the part of the applicants. “I just think you want a full front yard or driveway, and you want a full backyard on a lot that probably can’t accommodate that, and I think that was proven by the original variance that was applied
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for… to me that was a compromise that allowed the building site potentially to move away from the nearest neighbours who are going to be the most impacted...” said Flynn. Only Mayor Nancy Cooper spoke in favour of all the variances, based on the argument she had gone through a similar experience and has since come to value her neighbours over privacy. “I will support council, but I’m disappointed because… I see a lot of similarities between my house and what’s going on here, and I can tell you I truly appreciate my neighbours… and I was sitting where you were and trying to protect my property as well.”
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CITY OF SALMON ARM REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS MARINA LEASE, SUB-LEASE AND OPERATION The City of Salmon Arm is accepting proposals to lease, sub-lease and operate the Marina for a five (5) year term commencing in 2016. Request for Proposal (RFP) documents may be obtained on the City of Salmon Arm website at www.salmonarm.ca or at the front Counter of City Hall. All enquiries related to this Request for Proposals (RFP), including any requests for information and clarification, are to be directed, in writing, to the following person who will respond if time permits: Robert Niewenhuizen, Director of Engineering and Public Works Phone: 250-803-4017 Fax: 250-803-4041 E-mail: rniewenhuizen@salmonarm.ca The closing date and time for receipt of the sealed Proposals is 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time Tuesday, September 15, 2015. 2 complete hard-copies must be delivered by hand or courier to Erin Jackson, Corporate Officer, at the address noted below. Proposals received after the closing time will be returned unopened. City of Salmon Arm 500 – 2 Avenue NE Box 40 Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N2 Telephone: (250) 803-4029 Fax: (250) 803-4042 For more information call 250-803-4000 • Follow us on twitter @SalmonArmBC
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THIS ‘N’ THAT
Barb Brouwer
Bring on the festival
Get ready to move your feet and clap your hands – it’s Roots and Blues week. Music is one of the few activities that involves using the whole brain and is intrinsic to all cultures. Scientists say music reduces high blood pressure, is good for your heart, boosts immunity, enhances intelligence, learning and IQ, improves physical performance and productivity, can help reduce both the sensation and distress of pain, reduces stress and aids relaxation, improves mood and decreases depression and, is just darn good for the soul. So bring on the Roots and Blues Festival this weekend, where I and thousands of others will be doing ourselves, including our brains, a lot of good. There is an amazingly high number of talented singers, songwriters and musicians in the Shuswap and many opportunities to hear them – a cultural richness that family and friends from larger centres are often surprised to discover. But once a year, Roots and Blues brings to our small community, a world of music both in artists and genres. While classical music was my introduction to the musical world, I have grown to love many other genres as well. I am certainly not a music aficionado, nor do I have a handle on the “music speak” those in the business use to communicate or describe what they do. But I do know this; I have never come away from a Roots and Blues Festival without finding something that captures my heart and simply amazes me. And I have learned that to get a CD of one of my newly-discovered musical heroes, I had better hustle over to the merchandise tent just before, or during, the closing notes of a set – or miss out. There are so many artists I am thrilled to be hearing this year, not just because of their fabulous music (I always go online to hear them), but the message they are sharing in their lyrics. Canned Heat, one of the 1960’s biggest protest bands and earliest environmental advocates is on my must-see list. Social activists Naomi Wachira and Quique Escamilla use their fabulous sound to shine a light in the dark places and situations in the world. Once half of what was the most successful duo in rock history, John Oates has sold more that 82 million albums, recording five new ones since going solo in 1999. And Grammy-winning icon Marty Stuart has also sold millions of records with his traditional country music. Has beens? Absolutely not! I love what Canned Heat drummer “Fito” de la Parra contends – that musicians, like fine wine, improve with age and are more interesting. So too are the many up-and-comers and those who are hitting their stride. Do we get “big” pop artists like some of the other festivals? No, we don’t. But we get three days of awesome roots and blues music for about half the price. Open your hearts and your musical minds and head for the fairgrounds on Friday. Tickets are available at www.rootsandblues.ca or visit the office at 490 Fifth Ave. SW.
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Spend tourism dollars at home Every year, thousands of tourists flock to the Shuswap to spend their vacation time and money. And while there’s something to be said for getting out of your hometown for a holiday, there’s an equal argument to be made for staying close to home. Staycations are a great way to get out and explore the amazing recreational opportunities our region has to offer. They are also a great way to keep your vacation dollars circulating in the local economy. By visiting regional events and venues, you’re not only supporting local businesses you’re also helping to create and maintain jobs. In 2013, the tourism sector employed 132,000
British Columbians, almost one in every 15 jobs in B.C. The sector has more than 19,200 tourism-related businesses and paid out $4.5 billion in wages and salaries to tourism workers in 2013. Tourism is especially critical to the economy in the Shuswap. This weekend is a particularly good time to invest some of your entertainment dollars into our own Roots and Blues Festival, which according to a Thompson Rivers University study generated roughly $4 million in direct new spending in the region in 2013. So if you needed another reason to go to this weekend’s festival, think of it as an investment in Salmon Arm’s economy.
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The Observer asked: What do you think of the extended federal election campaign?
Chris Watson “I think the implication of a longer election will mean more votes for Harper.”
Esther Carlson “It’s a big waste of taxpayers’ money, and it won’t change my mind on who I’m voting for.”
Tary Kennedy “I hope it will allow people to become more educated on the election, to make the right choice.”
Sorting out some federal election issues BC VIEWS
Tom Fletcher VICTORIA – The first, and perhaps the only complete English-language debate in this long federal election campaign has helped define the issues, and the nonissues. I’m not going to try to tell you who “won” or “came out swinging,” because this is not a sporting event. If you’re paying attention in August, bless you, and you probably have a favourite already. First, let’s deal with Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s diabolical scheme to extend the length of the formal election period. This, according to national pundits, is an extension of his evil plot to attract more financial supporters than the other parties, and spend the money. In other words, it’s a non-issue and any opponent who dwells on it looks like a whiner. This is the first election in modern Canadian history to follow a four-year schedule. National pundits spent months telling us Harper was going to use a loophole in his own election law to call a spring vote before the economy tanked. Didn’t happen, and now the Conservatives are rightly under scrutiny about their economic management. Incumbent manipulation of election timing is over, and that’s good. Scheduled elections by their nature create longer campaigns, as demonstrated in B.C. and the United States. So they should be conducted under formal campaign rules, which limit the noise of public sector unions and other special interests. Another non-issue is the non-existent deficit and recession that supposedly grips Canada. On actual results, there is a slim surplus, and if – a big if – Saudi Arabia continues to depress world oil prices, there may be a modest deficit by next spring. The Bank of Canada’s recent move to devalue the dollar has already produced a rebound in exports and tourism, which any government would appreciate. Have you
tried to find parking at the mall lately? Of particular interest to B.C. voters is the contest between NDP leader Thomas Mulcair and Green Party leader Elizabeth May. May used what may be her only national debate appearance to press Mulcair to oppose the TransMountain pipeline expansion project before hearings are complete. Mindful of Adrian Dix’s disastrous 2013 decision to do the same in B.C., Mulcair insisted he would wait for the federal review, even though he considers it to be inadequate. This is, of course, all theatre. Based on their actions, the NDP, Green Party and Liberals are all opposed not just to oil pipelines but export gas pipelines as well. Liberal leader Justin Trudeau wants to cancel capital cost allowances for liquefied natural gas investment that have been granted by B.C. and Ottawa, which could be a deal-breaker for LNG. B.C. NDP leader John Horgan formalized his opposition to the TransMountain expansion last week, in a letter filed with the National Energy Board. But we’re expected to believe that Mulcair has a different position, for now. Harper was forced to admit that his long effort to persuade U.S. President Barack Obama to approve the Keystone XL pipeline has failed, and the project will have to wait until Obama leaves office next year. The debate also confirmed positions on Canada’s modest role in bombing Islamic State terrorist positions in Iraq and Syria. The Conservatives are for it, and the Liberals, NDP and Greens are against it. Trudeau set the stage for the contest in Quebec, which B.C. voters can only watch from afar to see if it once again decides the shape of their federal government. Trudeau pushed Mulcair on his cynical bid to court the separatist voters who suddenly swung to Jack Layton’s NDP in 2011. Like petroleum prices, it’s beyond our control. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca.
Connie Hilton “I am disappointed in Harper, it’s a waste of money to host such a long campaign.”
Joan Mitchell “People will lose interest. I think Harper is hoping this will put a financial stress on the other parties.”
Put onus on industry, government Re: Campaign to hit at gas pump. I agree that it doesn’t hurt to be reminded of the effects of climate change every time I use gas or diesel at the pump. However, what this campaign will also do is continue to reinforce the suggestion that we the ordinary people are the bad guys,
with all the guilt, shame and discomfort that go with it. Unlike cigarette users who have a choice whether to harm themselves, vehicle owners have little choice – if any – so we are forced to continue to harm the environment when we would surely rather not
The guilt should fall squarely on the laps of government and industry, who continue to putz along in the slow lane when it comes to ‘green’ means to get around. Perhaps Our Horizon could focus on them instead of us. Margo Westaway
Take the candidates for a ‘test drive’ Lately there has been publicity about the results of election polls in the North Okanagan Shuswap in the federal election. This is mostly based on results provided by Three HundredEight. com, an Internet-based polling model that consolidates the results of the various polls done by others. Eric Grenier, who operates the model, states the following – “These riding projections are not polls and not necessarily an accurate
reflection of correct voting intentions in each riding.” His latest results for this riding shows his estimate has a 58 per cent chance of being correct. To my knowledge there has not been any actual polling done in this riding. There have been a few polls done recently by Insight Research, mostly on the Lower Mainland that show that 30 per cent of voters are undecided. The national polls also reflect this. However, public
polls only tabulate results from decided voters. We are in a very volatile situation so voters should take every opportunity to become informed about the parties and the candidates. There are a number of all- candidates’ meetings upcoming throughout the riding starting in September that everyone should attend. After all, one wouldn’t buy a car with doing a test drive. Don Derby
Election about democracy not autocracy Longest election campaign ever in Canada! What a shame, but no surprise. I’ve never been partisan so the political party I vote for fluctuates throughout the years. But what I will not vote for is a party that is led by an autocratic leader. So for me, this time round it is anything but Conservative. I am proud of being Canadian and do not agree with Harper’s ongoing degradation of our democratic values. This upcoming election is a critical one when considering the serious consequences if Stephen Harper should be re-elected. Harper is very cunning when it comes to crafting
legislation that restricts democratic freedom and fair play. The election has been referred to, by investigative journalist Michael Harris, as the Rubicon election... a limit or point that we reach when the results of our actions cannot be changed. This election is a decision about ourselves as a country. Think I am exaggerating about Harper being an autocrat? Here are a few book titles: Harperism: How Stephen Harper and his think tank colleagues have transformed Canada (D. Gutstein); Dismantling Canada: Stephen Harper’s New Conser-
vative Agenda (B. Jeffrey); The Arrogant Autocrat: Harper’s Takeover of Canada (M. Hurtig); Harperland: The Politics of Control (L. Martin); Irresponsible Government: The Decline of Parliamentary Democracy in Canada (B. Rathgeber); Rogue in Power: Why Harper is Remaking Canada by Stealth (C. Nadeau); Fearmonger: Harper’s Tough-on-Crime Agenda (P. Mallea) Party of One: Harper and Canada’s Radical Makeover (M. Harris). Marie-Paule Lacasse
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1925
Salmon Arm, in contrast to any other areas where forest fires have occurred and are still raging, can be considered fortunate that very little marketable timber has been destroyed. To the Forestry Department, this is in no small measure due to the splendid efforts of Chief Ranger Mobley and his crew for the prompt action taken to corral the outbreaks. During the past few weeks, the expenditures on firefighting have reached a high figure, between July 31 and Aug. 7, nearly $1,000 a day has been required. This will give some idea of the large number of men who have been required in the battle.
1935
Report was made over the radio that several businesses down the valley had been broken into at the weekend. Among these was the branch store of Mr. C.R. Beer in Armstrong, where some $150 of goods was taken away. The culprits removed the glass in the front door.
1945
Mrs. Wm. Hucul has arrived at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. A.B. Cave, South Canoe to await the arrival of her husband from overseas. Mrs. Hucul has spent the past two years in Eastern Canada where she was working on Lancaster Bombers. She says that B.C. looks better then ever. Damage estimated at $3,000 was caused by a fire, discovered shortly after midnight on Wednesday at the Orange Hall on Palmer Street The building is owned by Mrs. A Reid and is being rented as an auction room by C.J. Partridge. It is thought that the building was damaged to the extent of $1,000 to $1,500, while damage to goods Mr. Partridge had stored in preparation for his next auction is thought to come to about $1,500.
1955
An order for $106,800 worth of automatic telephone equipment to be supplied and installed in the Salmon Arm Exchange has been placed with Siemens Bros. (Canada) Ltd. by the Okanagan Telephone Company, it was announced yesterday. The equipment will be installed and the Salmon Arm telephone system changed over to dial in December 1957.
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assive, grey, saucer-shaped. Unusual air traffic is reported to have entered the skies of Salmon Arm in April of this year. And a New Westminster man would like to hear more about it. Rod Drown is writing a book on Unidentified Flying Objects – or UFOs – in B.C. dating back to 1890s. He noticed what he describes as “one of the most dramatic sightings I have ever heard of” when he was looking over the National UFO Reporting Centre website. There he found the description of a UFO sighting which occurred April 2, 2015 at 5:30 p.m. It was reported on May 3 and posted to the site on May 8. Its location was Salmon Arm, its shape was listed as ‘disk,’ and the duration of the sighting was 20 minutes. The posting reads as follows: “Massive grey saucer shape, low altitude, moved towards me. “I was inspecting a new lake lot we bought and were building on when I saw what looked like snow on the mountain. It soon became clear it was not snow and the saucer object with a large deep belly was moving towards my position. It was still sunny but there was no reflection. “The craft was massive and grey like concrete. Made no sound and left no visible trails. Hovering at 600-1000 feet. About the width of two football fields. No details like doors or markings could be seen. I chose to leave before it got closer. “People near Glen Eden, or across the tracks downtown must have saw something.” Drown would like to hear from the author of the post or anyone else who might have witnessed the spectacle. He is writing his book because “UFOs to me are the greatest mystery of modern times” and he thinks a book dedicated exclusively to sightings in B.C. would be a valuable addition to existing literature on the topic. Drown estimates there are dozens of good sightings in B.C. in an average year and offers a number of websites which list them. For sightings in B.C., he suggests: http://ufobc.ca/, or, in Canada: http://www.canadianuforeport.com/survey/UFOsOverCanada.pdf. The April sighting from Salmon Arm is not the only one in the Shuswap reported by a newspaper. In January 2004, the Eagle Valley News in Sicamous reported sightings by Mara Lake residents, Darryl and Lisa Schwartz. They had been seeing unidentified objects in the skies from their home throughout November of 2003, but one night during a snowmobile trip in a nearby mountain, Darryl reported seeing a multi-coloured disk hovering above the trees about a mile away. He watched the object for about 15 minutes. At that time he described it this way: “It didn’t look like anything I’ve ever seen. It was diamond-shaped with a cluster of lights and was the size of a three-storey house. It hovered like a helicopter...” He became frightened and left. On Dec. 26, the couple saw another strange object from outside their house. It was zipping back and forth, at tree line, with many multi-coloured lights visible. Lisa recorded the disk-shaped object on video, and also called the police. A constable who was quoted in the newspaper confirmed that he saw “a bunch of lights” unlike anything he had seen before. Also interviewed for the article was a man from Houston, B.C., who investigated UFO sightings. He said sightings of unidentified objects in the Shuswap skies, particularly in the Mara Lake and Gardom Lake areas, had skyrocketed in 2003. If you happened to have witnessed the April 2 unexplained sighting in Salmon Arm this year, you can contact Drown via email at: rpdrown@ hotmail.com.
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Future development at Salmon Arm’s airport is ready for takeoff with the recent completion of an airport development plan. City council adopted the Shuswap Regional Airport Development Plan on Monday. Roughly nine years in the making, the primary goal of the plan is to identify and preserve the land for aviation and non-aviation related uses, and to guide future development. City engineering and public works director Rob Niewenhuizen said an original draft of the plan was completed in 2006, and was finalized in 2007. However, an updated version of the plan was needed to meet help meet the airport’s current goals, as well as Transport Canada’s current technical standards and recommended practices. Included in the plan are recommendations for immediate and longer-term improvements. One involves the acquisition of land for an extension of the runway. “We require some additional land at the north end of our runway,” said Niewenhuizen. “This is to make us in compliance with the length of our runway… Once this plan is adopted or approved, then we can take that land as dedi-
cation, if that property subdivides, or we can actually work towards a plan of setting up a reserve to purchase the property.” Two other infrastructure issues that need to be addressed include the construction of a parallel taxiway, along with expansion of the airport’s apron, both of which will help to eliminate congestion during peak periods. Niewenhuizen said phase one of an environmental report is also part of the plan,
Rob Niewenhuizen PUBLIC WORKS which helps identified contaminated areas on site. “Once this plan is approved, then we will move forward with
the second phase of the brownfield study and that will hopefully narrow down the areas that have been identified… and then we can continue to develop the airport.” A third phase would look at remediation, identifying costs and whether or not it’s even required. Niewenhuizen said the plan’s adoption will help the city in terms of finding grant money for the expansion of the taxiway. The plan is available on the city’s website
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Diagnosis: Testing for the disease causes controversy.
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Lyme disease testing and treatments continue to be a contentious issue in the province. A July 20 Canadian Lyme Disease Foundation press release contains statements from documents secured through a freedom of information request. “There continue to be limitations because the tests (Elisa) for Lyme disease are insufficient,” wrote a senior vice-president of patient care services at BC Women’s Hospital. “It is very difficult to diagnose patients with Lyme disease, particularly when patients test negative for Lyme disease using the available tests for Lyme diseases which currently have a sensitivity rate of less than 50 per cent,” reads a document from senior staff with BC Government Communications and Public Engagement (GCPE). “It is really concerning that the public and patients are falsely reassured that Lyme disease testing in B.C. is just fine, but behind the scenes the B.C. government acknowledges there are serious limitations with the accuracy of the tests,” said Gwen Barlee, a Lyme disease patient and advocate. “It is tragic that Lyme disease patients in B.C. are often denied treatment based on negative tests when it is known the tests are inaccurate.” In 2011, an internal government report obtained through FOI criticized the province for poor management of the disease. Within 24 hours of the report being made public, the government announced the creation of the Complex Chronic Disease Program at BC Women’s Hospital. Since its opening, the clinic has been beset by controversy, with multiple doctors leaving citing interference with the treatment of Lyme disease pa-
tients, says Barlee. But Provincial Health Officer Dr. Perry Kendall disagrees. “The two-stage testing is international gold and, contrary to what was reported out of context, the sensitivity is much better than 50 per cent,” says Kendall, noting the U.S. labs will find Lyme, if it is present, at about the same rate as the BC Centre for Dis-
“If 100 healthy people’s blood was sent, up to half would come back identified as having Lyme.” But local Lyme sufferer Judi Kimmerly is crying foul and calling the chronic disease clinic a joke. While she was recently advised she had been accepted to the program, she was also told she would have to wait a year before get-
The two-stage testing is international gold and, contrary to what was reported out of context, the sensitivity is much better than 50 per cent. Dr. Perry Kendall Provincial HealtH officer
ease Control (BCDC). “What they also do is show it there when the BCDC says it isn’t there.” Kendall says a recently published paper indicates a study in which the blood samples of some Lyme disease patients and other healthy individuals were sent to U.S. labs for testing. “Up to 57 per cent were told they had it, based on the U.S. test,” he says.
ting an appointment. Kimmerly says the Vancouver clinic only tests for a couple of Lyme strains out of several, and no co-infections. “It’s just a crap shoot,” she says. “We have the highest level of MS (multiple sclerosis) in the world but when you get to the U.S. border, it suddenly becomes Lyme.” Kimmerly says on average, people with Lyme pay about
$10,000 to $12,000 a year for treatment outside of the health care system. And it took the help of her lawyer to convince Ottawa she deserves disability payments. She is using the funds, which are retroactive, to go to Seattle for treatment by a world-renowned specialist. Kendall meanwhile, says he has no argument that Lyme disease does exist in B.C. and that it is very treatable in the early stages. “We do recommend doctors treat on the basis that they have been bitten by a tick, particularly if it has been attached for 36 hours,” he says. “If they get a fever and a rash, we do advise doctors to treat on clinical grounds, even though the risk is low.” He says millions of dollars are being spent on research, including looking at deer mice as well as ticks as possible carriers of the disease.
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From now on, finding veins won’t be such a shot in the dark at Shuswap Lake General Hospital, thanks to a new vein finder. While lab techs have little trouble finding veins in most patients, some have theirs well hidden. Shuswap Lake Health Care Auxiliary donated $7,378 for the purchase of the new equipment that will contribute to patient care and comfort. “The vein finder uses ultraviolet light that enables techs to see the vein through the skin,” says hospital manager Mark
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Jeffery shines on national swim stage Summer Summer Games: Games: Maggie Maggie Manning Manning looks looks to to make make waves waves as as she she represents represents provincial provincial team. team. In In her her first first national national swimming swimming event, event, 14-year-old Selkirks swim 14-year-old Selkirks swim club club member member Chantal Chantal Jefferey Jefferey excelled excelled at at the the Canadian Canadian Age Group Championships Age Group Championships in in Quebec Quebec City. City. Joining Joining Jeffery Jeffery on on the the cross-country cross-country trip trip was 17-year-old Bree Cooper. was 17-year-old Bree Cooper. The The two two local local swimmers swimmers competed competed head-to-head against head-to-head against Canada’s Canada’s top top junior junior swimmers. swimmers. The The local local pair pair consistently consistently finished finished in in the top five in all of Canada in the top five in all of Canada in their their age age group. group. Jeffrey Jeffrey had had aa break break out out meet meet as as she she colcollected three medals at the national lected three medals at the national level, level, turning turning many many heads heads in in the the process. process. In her first big race of In her first big race of the the meet, meet, and and first first time swimming at the national level, time swimming at the national level, JefJeffrey frey swam swam an an unbelievable unbelievable 1,500-metre 1,500-metre race. race. She She shaved shaved an an incredible incredible 20 20 seconds seconds off off her previous best time. her previous best time. Her Her time time was was good good enough enough to to qualify qualify for for the senior nationals, and just missed the senior nationals, and just missed the the mark mark of of an an Olympic Olympic trials trials qualifying qualifying time time by two seconds. by two seconds. Jeffery Jeffery followed followed up up with with aa bronze bronze medal medal in the 800-m and silver in the in the 800-m and silver in the five five kilomekilometre tre open open water water swimming swimming event. event. Jeffrey made Jeffrey made quite quite the the impression impression on on the coaches, as she was identified the coaches, as she was identified by by Swim Swim Canada Canada as as aa top top distance distance freestyle freestyle prospect. prospect. She also had top 10 finishes She also had top 10 finishes in in the the 200-m 200-m butterfly butterfly stroke, stroke, 200-m 200-m freestyle freestyle and and 400400m m freestyle, freestyle, finishing finishing the the season season in in aa specspectacular tacular fashion. fashion. Jefferey’s Jefferey’s teammate, teammate, Cooper Cooper competed competed in the very competitive 16-18 in the very competitive 16-18 age age category, category, with with both both top top Canadians Canadians and and invited invited AmerAmericans icans swimming swimming alongside alongside her. her. Cooper Cooper was was off off her her best best form, form, but but still still managed to be to be in the top 10 for managed to be to be in the top 10 for all all 17 17
year year olds olds in in Canada Canada in in all all six six of of her her events. events. Her top finishes included fifth Her top finishes included fifth in in the the 100-m breaststroke, sixth in the 100-m breaststroke, sixth in the 50-m 50-m breaststroke breaststroke and and seventh seventh in in the the 100-m 100-m butbutterfly stroke. terfly stroke. Cooper Cooper now now has has two two weeks weeks off off before before heading to swim for her university heading to swim for her university team, team, the the Simon Simon Fraser Fraser Clansman, Clansman, in in her her inauguinaugural ral season season in in the the NCAA. NCAA.
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On On Aug. Aug. 14 14 Maggie Maggie Manning Manning will will comcompetes at the 2015 Western Canada petes at the 2015 Western Canada Summer Summer Games Games in in Fort Fort McMurray, McMurray, Alta. Alta. as as one one of of two para-swimmers representing British two para-swimmers representing British Columbia. Columbia. Manning, Manning, 15, 15, has has only only been been swimming swimming competitively for two years, competitively for two years, and and has has exexcelled since joining the Selkirks swim celled since joining the Selkirks swim club. club. She She was was born born with with severe severe bilateral bilateral hip hip dysplasia, which means she’s dysplasia, which means she’s essentially essentially had had to to grow grow up up without without hips. hips. Her condition Her condition makes makes tasks tasks such such as as walkwalking difficult and painful, but Manning ing difficult and painful, but Manning has has found found that that competitive competitive swimming swimming is is not not only only something something she she enjoys, enjoys, but but it it doesn’t doesn’t add add to to the the struggles struggles of of her her disability. disability. She says she owes She says she owes part part of of her her success success to her coaches who saw her potential to her coaches who saw her potential and and supported supported her her in in becoming becoming aa para-athlete. para-athlete. Manning Manning will will be be competing competing in in the the 50-m 50-m freestyle, 100-m freestyle, 100-m freestyle, 100-m freestyle, 100-m backbackstroke, stroke, 100-m 100-m butterfly butterfly stroke stroke and and 200-m 200-m individual medley. individual medley. She She says says the the Games Games will will be be aa great great opopportunity to meet and compete with portunity to meet and compete with other other elite elite athletes. athletes. Manning Manning is is adamant adamant that that she she is is not not worworried about where she finishes in the ried about where she finishes in the standstandings. ings. Her Her goal goal she she says says is is to to achieve achieve best best times times and enjoy the experience. and enjoy the experience.
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Chantal Chantal Jeffery Jeffery stands stands proudly proudly on on the the podium podium with with her her bronze bronze medal medal from from the the 800 metre open water event at the Junior Swim Nationals in Quebec City. 800 metre open water event at the Junior Swim Nationals in Quebec City.
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Lauren Barras, left, of the Salmon Arm Wildfire evades a poke check from Lucky Charms defence during a round-robin game in the women’s division of the Shaw Challenge IV at the Shaw Centre last Sunday.
Sign up for summer fun Help your kids burn off some energy at the Epic Sports Academy, Aug. 17 to 21 at Shuswap Middle School. The camp is open to girls and boys ages seven to 12. The camp allows kids to learn and improve their skills in a variety of different sports. Call 250-503-6661, email nick10@telus. net, or go to: www.epic-sports-academy.com.
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Two Trail Riders are available for booking out to use on trails throughout the Shuswap (minimal donation of $10). They’re a great way to get out on trails with friends who need mobility assistance. Visit: http://shuswaptrailrider.com/
Golf champions Riley Hay, U11 champ, Ben Bannister, U18 champ and Andrew Olson, overall champ were the victors at the Salmon Arm Golf Club’s Heritage Junior Club Championship last weekend.
Billet families needed The Silverbacks are seeking energetic and caring fans to become billet families for their student athletes. Without the help of billet families, the players would not be able to play for the team. By opening your home to the players, you provide them with a stable and secure home-awayfrom-home. If you are interested in becoming a billet, email Evelyn Cook at: ecookie13@telus. net, or contact her directly by calling 250-8325232.
Bridge results The results for the Cedar Heights Duplicate Bridge Club for Wednesday, Aug. 5 are: tied for 1st were Gordon and Yvonne Campbell and Vicki Coe and Jack Ashenbrenne, and finishing in third place was the duo of Carol McGregor and Peter Budda
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Sockeyes swim to provincials The Salmon Arm Sockeyes continued their great form in the pool at the regionals in Kamloops last weekend. The team of 56 swimmers combined to place third in the overall event. The Sockeyes claimed the top spot on the podium in the boys divisions, while the girls picked up third place. Swimmers competed for positions to represent the regional team that will compete in the upcoming BC Summer Swimming Association Provincial Championships being held in Victoria at the end of the month. In total, 36 Sockeyes earned places on the
Okanagan Regional team with a total of 27 swimmers qualifying for individual races. In division two, Julianne Moore broke the regional record in the 50-metre breaststroke. In the open category, coming off an impressive showing at the Canadian Junior Nationals was Chantal Jeffery. Jeffery broke records in both the 100-m butterfly and 200-m individual medley. In division six, Tricia Fair broke records in all four of her events, 50-m freestyle, 50-m butterfly, 100-m freestyle, and 100-m butterfly. Stephen Moore broke the 100-m breaststroke for divi-
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Fast and furious: Salmon Arm Sockeyes swimmer Sara Wor-
ton competes in 100-metre individual medley at the BC Summer Swimming Association Regionals in Kamloops, last weekend. sion six boys. Brayden Gilliam broke division seven records in both the
50-m butterfly and 100-m butterfly. The Sockeyes continue to train in prepa-
ration for the BCSSA Provincial Championships at the end of August.
Sim outpaces national competition Glynis Sim is at it again. Sim is coming off a recent sixth-place finish in the 2,000-metre steeplechase final, and shattered her personal best time by seven
seconds with a time of 6:45:58, at the recent International Association of Athletics Federation’s World Youth Championships in Cali, Colombia. Fatigue was not
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The Shuswap Hospital Foundation will be hosting the inaugural Charity Open at the Shuswap Lake Estates Golf and Country Club on Saturday, Aug. 29. The event costs $250 per golfer and includes an 18-hole round of golf, lunch and dinner, four hole-in-one chances to win a car, a silent auction and many more prizes, To register, contact Fiona Harris at fiona.harris@interiorhealth.ca, or call 250-803-4546.
a factor as the evercompetitive 17-yearold raced her way to the top of the podium at the Legion National Youth Track and Field Championships in St. Therese, Que., last
weekend. The gazelle-like runner settled for the silver medal in the 1,500-m steeplechase event. In her premier event, the 2,000-m steeple-
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Courvas, NOD come up short in semis ward got in behind the NET defence and beat Timber goalie far side. Both teams had chances in the final minutes but the Timber held on to earn the win. In Salmon Arm, on a rainy Wednesday night, Turn-Key Controls advanced to the NOSL Final with a commanding 5-0 victory over Courvas. Turn-Key opened 4th Annual
The North Okanagan Soccer League’s Gibson Cup championship will be an all-Vernon affair. North Enderby Timber will take on TurnKey Controls this evening in Vernon for the league championship. NET and Turn-Key advanced with semifinal wins last Wednesday. Salmon Arm’s Eagle Homes Nation of Domination took on NET in Vernon. In a thrilling fashion NET advanced to their sixth Gibson’s Cup final in a row, defeating NOD 2-1. NOD were caught on their back foot as NET came out strong, creating the first few chances of the game. The deadlock was broken in the 35th minute when NET took the lead. In the second half the tides turned and NOD came out firing, creating the majority of the chances but couldn’t get by the stingy NET defence who only allowed six goals all year. In the 70th minute, NET scored an insur-
the scoring in the game’s opening minutes for the early lead and didn’t look back. The two friendly rivals would engage in a battle in the midfield for most of the half, but the Controls squad would eventually score another to go up two heading into the half. The second half saw a tired Courvas squad unable to keep up with
a motivated Turn-Key side. NET, the defending playoff champs, will be shooting for an 11th Gibson Cup title. Turn-Key is searching for its first-ever Cup title. They lost to NET in the final in 2012 and ‘13, and were eliminated by Courvas in the 2014 semifinals.
Silverbacks’ Town Hall Party! August 18 • 5 to 7 pm at City Hall You’re invited to a family BBQ (by donation) to meet & greet with players & staff, to dunk & donate and join in a town hall meeting. Dunk the GM Troy Mick & Coaching Staff & Players!
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Slide tackle: Jesse Knight of NET FC gets a foot on the ball as he challenges Austin Schneebeli of Salmon Arm’s Eagle Homes Nation of Domination in the men’s North Okanagan Soccer League semifinal Wednesday night in Vernon. ance marker. The two-goal lead lasted only three minutes when an NOD for-
Join ’Backs at city hall The Salmon Arm Silverbacks are extending an invitation to the entire community for the club’s fourth annual Town Hall meeting and Volunteer Drive Tuesday, Aug. 18, at Salmon Arm City Hall. The Silverbacks will be recruiting for a number of game-night positions, as well as providing information on corporate opportunities and seasonticket packages available for the 2015-16 BCHL season. Fans are invited to interact with players and staff and to take part in a charity barbecue from 5 to 7 p.m. All funds raised will benefit the Silverbacks scholarship fund. Following the outdoor events, the public is invited to a question and answer session with management and coaching staff inside council chambers beginning at 6 p.m. “This type of evening is a great opportunity for us to connect with, and listen to, our fans,” said Silverbacks general manager Troy Mick. “We’re certainly grateful to the City of Salmon Arm for lending us their home base for an evening, and on behalf of our organization, I hope we’re able to convey to our fans and prospective volunteers how excited we are to hit the ice this fall.”
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Something old, something new for Roots and Blues
Comfort: David Gonella, Roots and Blues production manager and Elaine Holmes, board member, are working to make the festival site appealing to guests. By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF
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he weather may be tropical but aside from the music, which is always hot at Roots and Blues, festivalgoers should be considerably more comfortable this year. “Made in the shade,” says enthusiastic production manager David Gonella, who is pumped about additions and improvements being made to make the site more visually inviting and comfortable. And that includes shade. Lots more of it. At the Blues Stage, 12 30-ft poles have been installed by Salmon Arm company Glenn Power. A successful campaign netted Gonella 500 pairs of blue jeans, which will be hung above the audience to provide about 3,000 square feet of shade and some cooling movement if there’s a breeze. Ten poles have been installed at the Shade
Stage and will be hung with shade cloth to provide about 7,000 more feet of shade. “We’re looking at them to be shaped like a mountain, so when you see Mt. Ida in the background, it should look like they all work together,” Gonella says, noting the wine lounge will be on the other end of the shade stage this year so patrons will be able to enjoy a glass of wine while enjoying Shade Stage performances. “For me, it’s gonna be fantastic; I am so excited for this and the whole event, personally,” he says. “The biggest thing is we have a new group, a cultural committee, which has been adding decorations and off-stage busking. The plan is that everywhere you look, there is some type of activity – fire dancers, buskers and more.” They’ve gone over whole site and come up with a decorating plan,” says Gonella, noting the overlapping noise issues confound-
ing buskers a few years ago have been addressed with the use of an easily moveable carpet stage. “This makes us a little more nimble,” he laughs. “We’ll be looking at it over the weekend and if something doesn’t work in an area, we’ll simply move it.” Gonella says board member/musician/artist/actor/teacher Elaine Holmes is heading up the committee with local music teacher and performer Roxy Roth in charge of busking. “I’ve been noticing over the last few years it’s been a bit of a struggle, so this year it’s all about fun,” says Holmes of the challenges festival organizers have faced. “It will be lots more visually exciting with hula hoops, poi spinning, and large, large bubbles – and small bubbles too. Oh my God, it’s going to be fun.” Festivalgoers are invited to dress up in
funky, cool hats and clothing to infuse colour and yes – fun. Another new idea is a giving tree, where festivalgoers will be invited to write something they wish for in the future on one side of a piece of paper and something for which they are grateful on the other. The papers will be hung on the tree and lighted at night, which Holmes says will add a nice pop of after-dark colour. Attendees will also be invited to take part in a community art project. Yarn will be hung between two trees and those who pass by will be invited to grab some yarn from a basket and add to the free-form weaving. “It’s all about connecting with each other, with the music and having fun,” she says. “Like I tell my students, if it’s not fun, you’re doing it wrong. Sometimes you have to slog through things, but if you can, bloody well make it fun.”
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Peter North is feeling good. Artistic director for the Roots and Blues Festival, North says that while activity is intense, organizers are cheerful and upbeat. “The last three weeks feels like we turned it around; the team feels so different after last year’s trauma,” he says. “Sales are on the mark, we’re headed where we are supposed to be and the artists have been so available. Sometimes they can be prima donnas, but not this year.” With no record stores left in major markets let alone Salmon Arm, North is excited about the expanded merchandise tent that will be located in the same spot but will be much bigger and more inviting. “We’re bringing back Jerry Keough, who owns Heritage Posters and Records in Calgary and takes care of the merch for major festivals,” he says, noting Keough will also create a Grateful Dead display to match the festival theme. “Not all artists
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Happy place: Artistic director Peter North is excited by both the artist lineup and the changes that have been made for this year’s Roots and Blues Festival. can bring stock, so he’s making sure we have a really well-rounded list.” Keough will also bring a lot of roots music from artists who have played at Roots and Blues in the past as well as albums by other popular roots artists. Festivalgoers will also be able to meet legendary West Coast music promoter and entrepreneur Jerry Kruz who will be signing and selling his book, The Afterthought: West Coast Rock Posters and Recollections from the ‘60s.
Using the historical posters as a timeline, Kruz’s recollections are a celebration of the resiliency of Woodstockera arts and culture. “It got great reviews so he’s been going to festivals, readings and signings,” says North. “I saw him at a Vancouver Island festival and he sold a ton of books there.” Stoked about the lineup, North recently saw four of this year’s festival entries at a festival in Canmore, Alta. “Hanggai got two standing ovations;
they tore the place up, they’re something else,” he says of the traditional Mongolian band, whose undeniably gorgeous music has been winning many fans. “I saw Oysterband (award-winning U.K. folk-roots) on the main stage and they were very impressive.” North was also impressed with how The Small Glories and Kat Danser resonated with the crowds at the workshops stages. “It’s nice to see them getting the kind of response you hope they’re gonna get here,”
he says. “I was at the Calgary Blues Festival the same weekend and Geoff Muldaur and Amos Garrett sounded as good as they did 35 years ago.” North reminds festivalgoers of the free pancake brunch hosted by Downtown Salmon Arm and Salmon Arm Folk Music Society from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 15 at the Ross Street Plaza. Daybreak Rotary members will be flipping pancakes and serving them with sausages, fruit juice and coffee. Diners will first be entertained by Prairie balladeer Scott Cook, which will be followed by a blues jam. And speaking of food, a new addition to the food court is the Mardi Gras Grill Truck, which won the Best Food Truck at this year’s Calgary Stampede.
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Prepping for Fall Fair Entry: Business and public invited.
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Aileen Brand, Stacey Schinold, Avery Papworth, Brett Peters, Emilyn Sim, Dylan Taylor, Evelyn Birch and Tom Birch perform in Last Call at Club Vingt-Quatre, a murder mystery dinner theatre production at Podollan Inn. Directed by James Bowlby, there are two more showtimes – Aug. 22 and 29. Try and figure out who in this hilarious spoof is guilty while you enjoy a four-course dinner. Drinks are served at 6 p.m. and dinner and play begin at 7 p.m. Call 250-832-5024 to reserve your seat.
The Thundering Impact Drill Team is participating for the first time and the ever-popular Shuswap Idol competition and Just for Kicks dance group will perform as always. “We have pioneer days covered and have added selfies to our photography section,” reads a Salmon Arm Fair press release. “There is so much more this year so make sure you sign up as an exhibitor, a commercial vendor or a participant on the weekend of Sept. 11 to 13.” Before going to the fair on Sunday, Sept. 13, enjoy a full breakfast for $6 at the Seniors Fifth Avenue Activity Centre at 170 Fifth Ave. SE from 8 a.m. to noon. For all the goods on the fair, pick up a Salmon Arm Fair book at the Salmon Arm Observer or library, or visit www.salmonarmfair.com.
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Your entry can win a prize and your business can get excellent exposure when you get involved in the Salmon Arm Fair. There is still space available for commercial vendors, who are asked to call the office for more information. The welcome mat is out for all the regulars and fair organizers look forward to all new entrants and commercial vendors. Just a reminder, that the fair office is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. until Aug. 19. For early registration and inquiries, beat the rush. Registration blitz days are Aug. 20 to 21 from 1 to 7 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 22 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Phone 250-832-0442 or drop in at the fair office, at the front of the SASCU Memorial Arena.
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The Shuswap District Arts Council has stepped up their game and has been rewarded with an $8,000 grant from the Canada Council for the Arts. The grant for the internationally renowned Cardiff & Miller exhibition adds the arts council to the list of only two other arts organizations in the area to qualify for Canada council funding alongside Roots and Blues and Caravan Farm Theatre. “This is a project grant, rather than a three-year operating grant, so it’s one-time, but it means the project was nationally recognized, which is a big deal,” says curator/director Tracey Kutschker, noting the Shuswap District Arts Council’s standards have risen over the years so that it now meets national criteria. “It’s a tremendous compliment to the calibre of our talented and hard-working team to achieve this.” The exhibition Experiment in F# Minor features two works by Janet Cardiff and George Bures Miller, and runs until Sept. 19. The gallery is open Tuesday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is by donation. Also being rewarded for their artistic endeavours are Melissa Nasby and Roxy Roth. Nasby received the 2015
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too, all through her SoulFibre Studio. Roxy Roth is the 2015 recipient of the Blair Borden Memorial Award. Borden’s award is given to a musician who wishes to expand their experience with music. “Roxy certainly fulfilled that criteria by not only utilizing the funds to further her own experience, but to offer a rhythm workshop to the community,” says Kutschker. “Roxy hosts music camps for kids each year, and offers family workshops and music therapy in a myriad of instruments through her “In the Groove” studio.”
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A voice for indigenous people By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF
In soft, romantic sounds or feverishly high dance music, Quique Escamilla sings about life – often a life of struggle. “It’s more than just music for entertainment, it’s important to contribute,” says the artist who won World Music Album of the Year at this year’s Juno’s and was proclaimed World Solo Artist of the Year at the 2014 Canadian Folk Music Awards. “That’s why I use music as an instrument to give a commentary… I am not preaching to people that don’t agree, I put the story out and see if people connect.” Escamilla, who grew up in his native Mexico, remembers well the sight of military helicopters flying over his home. In 1994, the North Atlantic Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) was signed between Mexico, Canada and the U.S. In response, the Zapatista National Liberation Army (EZLN) was formed in the state of Chiapas to defend indigenous rights. “The uprising was against what the country did with Canada and the U.S. that gave them a lot of freedom to go and extract resources and do a lot of mining,” says Escamilla of previously unexploited farmland. At the beginning of the uprising, he says many members of the movement were killed. “They were seen as guerillas and they were bombed,” Escamilla says, noting that, as a teenager and still living in Mexico, he could hear the planes, see helicopters flying over and trucks filled with soldiers. In a passion-fueled voice, Escamilla says he connects to this powerful story that must be told. Escamilla sometimes wears a balaclava to emphasize the indigenous struggle that re-
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problem in a fair, humane way.” On a musical note, Escamilla grew up listening to diverse genres – western popular and heavy rock as teenager that gave him a sense of power. “That’s the energy I started connecting with initially, then I moved on to softer, blues, jazz, African and Latin American,” he says. “I an not really tied to one particular style. I love music in all its flavours as much as I like diversity in life.” Escamilla builds a
soundtrack for the lyrics, maintaining “the music is the ground for the story” by which he tries to make the message more easily digested. “I have a foundation of the folklore of Mexico to remind my own people that our own music is beautiful and we shouldn’t forget it,” he says, noting he has successfully updated traditional Huapango music with modern instrumentation. Escamilla performs on the Boogie Bar’n stage Saturday, Aug.
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ARIES (March 21-April 19): Jupiter jumps into your wellbeing zone on Tuesday, which is good news for your physical health and emotional wellbeing over the next 13 months. Thursday’s Sun/Uranus trine encourages you to improvise, innovate and be as spontaneous as possible. Then the creative cream will rise to the top. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Over the next 13 months, many Bulls will take up a sport or hobby; start a hot romance; go on holiday; or welcome a new addition to the family. Creative projects are also favoured. Tackle overdue chores and projects. A friendship or family matter may head off in a surprising new direction so you’ll have to be flexible and open to change. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You’re in the mood to socialise up a storm, but don’t let convivial conversation degenerate into gratuitous gossip. Do your best to be diplomatic and discreet. Jupiter is about to expand your domestic horizons. So [over the next 13 months] you could buy or sell real estate, move house, get a new housemate, or renovate so you have more space in your present dwelling. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Your social media profile really takes off over the next 13 months as Jupiter blesses all forms of communication. So make sure you have plenty of topical things to say. It’s also a fabulous time to study, teach or travel. This week, take a good long look at your finances and find ways to combine forces with other people for positive outcomes. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Have you been worrying about money matters? Jupiter is jumping through your $$$ zone for the next 13 months, so make the most of the lucky financial opportunities that come your way. With the New Moon, Venus and Mars all in Leo later in the week, it’s time for confident, charismatic Cats to sparkle and shine. Go after your dreams. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): It is the perfect time to revive your run down batteries.Take a weekend break from your hectic daily routine and escape somewhere quiet and private, where you can relax and rejuvenate. With Jupiter moving through your sign – until September 2016 – are you ready to morph into the creative and vibrant Virgo you were born to be? Self-belief is the rocket fuel that will take you places.
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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Contributing to a joint venture or a group project brings long-lasting satisfaction over the next 13 months. If you’re attached, your partner could surprise you with an unexpected gift or unusual proposition. Singles … don’t go looking for love in the same old places. Aim to be much more adventurous. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): It’s time to make plans and set goals for the future. Go for gold, as Jupiter helps you envision ambitious dreams and creative schemes over the next 13 months. Think of creative ways to boost your professional profile or kick-start a stale career. To encourage the very best outcome - delay applying for promotions or jobs until after September 6. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Prepare for a big week when your ruling planet shifts into a different zodiac sign, which only happens once a year. On Tuesday, Jupiter [planet of good fortune and prosperity] transits into earthy Virgo and it also moves into your career house, which bodes well for a promotion, new job or lucky professional break coming your way. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Capricorns can easily get stuck in a domestic rut but this week Uranus shakes up your home life and encourages you to spring-clean, de-clutter and re-organise. You’ll feel fabulous when you finish! Jupiter also transits into your travel zone, so foreign shores beckon over the coming year. Keep up-to-date with your international contacts - who knows where they may lead? AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Over the next year, Jupiter [planet of prosperity] moves through your ‘money-fromothers zone’. So some lucky Aquarians will benefit from an inheritance, loan, freebie, financial partnership, divorce settlement, insurance claim, superannuation pay-out or bumper tax return. If communication with your partner has been strained, try a completely different approach. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Are you feeling lost at sea in a quagmire of possibilities? This week Jupiter shifts into sensible Virgo, which will help you be a bit more discriminating and focused. Fabulous fantasies and wild imaginings are fine, but it’s imperative that you finally find your true calling; follow it; and stick to it. Find something you’re passionate about.
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GLADYS ELLEN HARRIGAN 1921 – 2015 It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of Gladys Ellen Harrigan. She was born on her family farm to Van and Abbie Seymour on October 7, 1921. She married Charlie Harrigan on August 8, 1941 and they were married almost 60 years until his death in June 2001. Charlie and Gladys had 3 daughters; Sharon Schaab (Vern), Travis, Trevor and Troy; Norma Hobbs (Darren, Lisa and Janet; Trudy Greenwood (Dave), Blaine, Mark, Jason. Gladys went to Hillside Village in 2012 where she had excellent care until her passing on July 30, 2015. Respecting her wishes there will be no formal service. Online condolences may be sent through Gladys’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com
LATOSKY, CINDY MAE (SERINK) December 16, 1964 – August 6, 2015 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Cindy Latosky. A beautiful life taken far too soon: a wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin and friend. Words cannot express the love and compassionate heart this woman had. She held the weight of the world on her shoulders and carried that weight until the very end. It is with grave sadness that we say goodbye to such a beautiful soul. Goodbyes are not forever, goodbyes are not the end. They simply mean I’ll miss you until we meet again. Knowing she’ll be standing with open arms to welcome us to a new life. But until then; so long and we will see you later. Cindy is survived by her husband Neal, her daughter Kelsey, her parents Maurice and Mae Serink, her brother Lorne, sisters Debbie (Doug) Titosky, Valerie (Dave) Stuart and Sherrie (Bob) Moulton as well as her nephew Trevor, niece Nadine and cousin Rose. She will be sadly missed but never forgotten. Arrangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium Ltd., Salmon Arm (250) 833-1129. Email condolences and share memories of Cindy through her obituary at www. fischersfuneralservices.com.
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PAUL A. CHAPMAN JUNE 6, 1935 - AUGUST 6, 2015 Paul was born and raised in Nova Scotia. He spent more than four decades in BC coastal communities including: Powel River, Ucluelet, Juskatla, Port Clements, and Port Alberni. Paul moved to Salmon Arm to watch his granddaughters grow up and participate in their active lives. He recently celebrated his 80th birthday surrounded by family and friends. Paul had a short battle with cancer and passed peacefully with family by his side. Paul was an extremely talented handy man who loved working with wood and enjoyed spending time outdoors gardening, working in his yard, golfing, hunting and walking. Paul was best known for his amazing smile and infectious laugh. He touched countless lives with his gentle nature and sincere, helpful advice and support. Paul had a gift for making others feel important and welcome in his home. Paul was pre-deceased by his parents Ernest and Vera and his big brother Carl. He is survived by his siblings Alberta, Leigh and Judith; his wife of 47 years, Brenda, and his sons Michael, Leigh, Ian (Vikki), and Lyle (Leigh-Anne). The greatest joys of Paul’s life were his Grand-daughters Brianna & EmmaLeigh and his Grandson Caden. There will be a celebration of Paul’s life at the Gathering Place on August 22, from 1 to 4 pm. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society. Paul’s family wishes to express our deepest gratitude to Dr. Ross McDonald who went above and beyond and who Paul was very fond of. Thank you also to all the Care Providers who came into our lives and cared for Paul during this difficult time. Heartfelt thanks to all of our friends and family who blessed Paul and all of us with visits, cards, phone calls and messages of love, encouragement and support. We are truly blessed. Online condolences may be sent through Paul’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com
PEDERSON, GLEN RONALD AUGUST 18, 1930 – JUNE 23, 2015 Glen passed away peacefully with family at his side on June 23, 2015 at Bastion Place in Salmon Arm at the age of 84. Glen was born in hospital in Salmon Arm on August 18, 1930 to Hazel and Mathius Pederson. He lived in and around the Shuswap as a boy until he was 8 then moved to Vancouver. At 17, he started work for the railroad out of Beavermouth until he transferred to Revelstoke. Glen married the love of his life, Margo, in 1950 and started work in the sawmill business first in Chase, Smithers, Maple Ridge and finally out of Sicamous. He loved to fish, play golf and watch hockey, football and especially the Blue Jays baseball. We are blessed with so many fond memories of going up the Shuswap Lake in the boat that he built. Glen enjoyed trips to Reno, Las Vegas and the horse track for the races. He loved to play his guitar, sing songs and was known to have the “odd cold beer”. Glen was a hard-working, caring man and loved having his family and friends close to him. Glen was predeceased by his mother Hazel, father Mathius, brothers Clayton and Ted, sisters Olive and Evelyn. He is lovingly remembered by his loving wife of 64 years, Margo, son Ronald (Theresa) Pederson, daughter Roxanne (Lou) Nish and grandchildren; Matthew, Shelley, Dawn, Keith, Lorraine, Traci, Connie, Jeff, Tara and a multitude of great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother John (Donna) Pederson. A celebration of life in honour of Glen will be held at Shuswap Lake Community Center, 2504 Centennial Drive, Lower Level, August 22 at 2:00pm. Service to be followed by BBQ with family and friends. On line condolences may be sent to Glen’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com If so desired contributions in memory of Glen may be made to the Canadian Lung Association and would be greatly appreciated.
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LORETTA THORARINSON Loretta passed away peacefully at home on July 28, 2015 at the age of 78 years. She was born in Swift Current, Saskatchewan on February 11, 1937 to Mary and Jacob Schwartz. She lived in Salmon Arm for 40 years, and she worked at Federated Co-Op office for 39 years. Loretta was a hard working woman, and a devoted wife and mother. She was also dearly loved by her extended family and many friends. Loretta is predeceased by her husband, Henry Ray (Bud) Thorarinson, and her brother, Donald Schwartz. Loretta will be greatly missed by her sons, Brent Thorarinson of Maple Ridge and Dean (Dino) Thorarinson of Salmon Arm, as well as her grandsons, Nickolas Dean Thorarinson and Kelson Ray, and granddaughter Maya Thorarinson, her sisters and many nieces and nephews. Loretta and Bud lived a full life, full of hard work, family, fun and friendship. They were known for their generosity, and they loved our community, and shared many activities. We are thankful for all the many good memories Salmon Arm had to offer. A Celebration of Life was held at the family home on Saturday, August 1st, 2015. Arrangements were in the care of Bowers Funeral Home, Salmon Arm. Online condolences may be sent through Loretta’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com
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US capable Class 1 Drivers required immediately: We are an Okanagan based transport company looking for qualified drivers for US loads we run primarily in the Pacific Northwest, Utah, Arizona and Nevada. We offer a new pay rate empty or loaded. All picks and drops paid. Assigned units company cell phones and fuel cards. Regular home time Direct deposit paid every second Friday with no hold backs. We offer a rider and pet policy. Company paid US travel Insurance. All applicants must have reliable transportation and a positive attitude. Please fax resume & abstract to 250-546-0600 or by email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
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The Okanagan Regional Library has a vacancy for a Library Page at our South Shuswap Branch. Please refer to our website www.orl.bc.ca for the Job Description, position requirements and information about applying for these opportunities. Only full time students are eligible for this position. Closing Date: August 19, 2015 Closing Time: 3 p.m. Please quote Competition #15-69 We thank all applicants for their interest in our organization; however, only short listed applicants will be contacted.
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Skills employers want Until September 2015 Shuswap Hospice Society is promoting a community fundraiser event, Step Up for Hospice. The Hospice is a non-profit organization that provides our community with compassionate support during the dying and grieving process for individuals and their family and friends. Registered Walkers wear a pedometer to keep track of daily steps and have friends and family sponsor them. It’s an easy and fun way to challenge yourself and others by walking more and taking the stairs instead of the elevator! You’re also encouraged to hike the local trails marked with distance markers to help track your steps.
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KOENIG, ADA 1926 - 2015 Ada passed away peacefully on July 31, 2015 in the Hillside Care Home in Salmon Arm. She was predeceased by her loving and devoted husband of 64 years, Martin, in 2011. Ada and Martin immigrated to Canada from Germany in 1952. They enjoyed a long life together filled with hard work, enterprise and adventure, living in Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia. Mourning Ada’s loss are her children, WulffDietrich (Lorna), Freia (Bob) and Diana (Darrel), as well as three grandchildren, Nadya Shaffer, Garrett Genest and Kurt Genest. Ada’s ashes will be interred together with Martin’s ashes in Mt. Ida Cemetery, Salmon Arm, in a private ceremony at a later date. Online condolences may be sent through Ada’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com
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CAREGIVER needed in Blind Bay. Afternoons 25-30 hrs week, $18/hrs to start blindbaycg@gmail.com
MACHINIST JOURNEYMAN NEEDED ASAP! Permanent full time in a Kamloops Machine Shop! Competitive wage and benefit package. Fax resume to 250-828-9498 or email it to cir@telus.net
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NEWSPAPER CARRIERS NEEDED To distribute the Shuswap Market & Lakeshore News AREAS AVAILABLE SALMON ARM -Auto Rd & 20th St. SE -SICAMOUS -Mara Lakeview MHP CHASE -Cottonwood School area -Brooke Drive -Juniper St/Larch St. Call Valerie 250-832-2131
RECEPTIONIST/OFFICE Assistant required 3/wk in Blind Bay. Must have basic experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and general knowledge of Simply Accounting. Call Debbie (250)675-2523
UCLUELET HARBOUR SEAFOODS is currently seeking FISH CUTTERS Wage: $16.00 to $18.00 hourly based on piecework earnings, 8-10 hours up to 12 if is needed, 30 -60 hours per week. Important information: Shifts of work: We require flexibility on schedule as hours of work can be: from 5:00 am to 1:00pm or 2:00pm, sometimes working until 4pm or 5:00pm is required during summer time when production is heavy and overtime is available
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Home Improvements FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928. KITCHEN Cabinets - lowest prices. 1 week delivery. Sales & Installation. Renovationscarpentry, tile, drywall, flooring, painting. Call Brad Elliott (250)832-9590
Misc Services Medical/Dental BUSY dental office in SA looking for receptionist 4 days/wk. Please email resume and cover letter or inquiries to shuswapdentist@gmail.com
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$500 & Under BUCKS Bags single person pontoon boat. $450. electric motor, battery, extras $300. (250)804-0936 (250)833-8142.
Fruit & Vegetables STRAWBERRIES, raspberries, avail. till end of Sept. (250)832-5398 2250 40St SE
Garage Sales ESTATE Sale 717 Whitehead Street Sicamous Very large selection of tools, hand, powered, air, and industry specific to helicopter maintenance. Baja Quads, and some house hold items. Friday August 14, 4:00pm to 7:00pm and Saturday August 15, 8:00am to 1:00pm Contact: brenterickson61@gmail.com MOVING SALE: Aug. 15 9am to 1pm. 2261 4 Ave. S.E. Antiques, vintage Barbie dolls, furn., hshld items, yd items. Everything must go. RANCHERO, 8092 Hudson Rd, Aug 15&16, 8-4. Multifamily, hshld, kid’s stuff, misc. SALMON River valley: huge community sale, 3187 Johnson Rd., sat/sun. Aug 15 & 16, 8-4, Horse tack, hshold, gates, railings, tractors, + more
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GRASS hay, small square bales, approx 70lbs. No rain. $5/bale. (250)832-7052
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ROOTS & Blues adult weekend passes. $150ea. or $280 for 2. cash only (250)832-8321 STEEL BUILDINGS. “Summer madness sale!” All buildings, all models. You’ll think we’ve gone mad deals. Call now and get your deal. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca
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Mobile home in Green Acres Malakwa, 2 Bedroom, 1 full bath, & 1/2 bathroom including Pad Rent
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Find peace (and yoga) in the park By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF
You’re invited to Peace in the Park. On Saturday, Aug. 29, the Salmon Arm Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Salmon Arm and representatives from the yoga community will be holding the first of what’s expected to be an annual community yoga event.
“Peace in the Park is an open invitation event for everyone to join us in celebrating yoga health and wellness by participating in a morning yoga session, crystal singing bowl and meditation,” states a news release. Jim Kimmerly, president of the chamber, explains the yoga event is part of a plan to utilize beautiful Marine Park more often.
“The long- term goal is to create a real topquality social gathering place,” he says. “If people have relatives in town, they’ll be able to say, ‘Let’s go to Marine Park – there’s always something going on.’” The Aug. 29 event begins with a community, all-level yoga class at 10 am. For those who are new to yoga, there will be a
variety of poses and stretches geared towards all ages and levels of experience. The morning will finish with crystal singing bowls and the remaining time will be dedicated to meditation. “By 12:30 p.m. you’ll be feeling incredibly refreshed and ready for the rest of your day,” predicts the news release. Peace in the Park is
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free, but participants are asked to consider bringing a non-perishable food donation for Second Harvest as the charity of choice for this year’s event. Also useful would be a yoga mat, sun protection and water. Visit www.sachamber.bc.ca, www.salmonarmdowntown.com or any of the local yoga studios for more details.
Park will be the site of the city’s firstever yoga event, dubbed Peace in the Park. It will include an all-level yoga class at 10 a.m., as well as meditation and crystal singing bowls.
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Kindness initiative to help shelter By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF
It’s time once again to perform an act of kindness. Michelle Eddy and her Random Acts of Kindness Facebook group is holding a donation drive on Sunday, Sept. 6 to support the SAFE Society’s Women’s Emergency Shelter. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in front of Save On Foods. “The focus for this donation drive is to help prepare the children and families for the new school year,” she writes. “As most of us know, starting a new school year can be costly and stressful. Imagine having to do so,
while living in a state of transition, and relying on the donations of others to provide for yourself and your children, no matter what the circumstance.” She would like residents to share the information with friends and family. “Last time we had great success and filled my big blue truck! Let’s see how much my truck can hold!” The start of the wish list is as follows: diapers, wipes, juice boxes, granola bars, fruit/ applesauce cups, rice, cereals (hot and cold), condiments (mayo, mustard, ketchup, etc), toilet paper, paper towels, crackers, salad dressing, school snacks, fruit snacks/dried fruit, sandwich bags, insu-
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We are currently seeking volunteers with horse trailers, pasture, etc, to add to our list of resources to assist with the evacuation and relocation of large animals should the need arise. For more information call Bev at 250-832-7879 or email bev.pickard@cdart.org.
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Filled with donations: Random Act of Kindness Salmon Arm
founder Michelle Eddy and her daughter Elyssa Eddy collect back-to-school donations for the women’s shelter at Save On Foods. By 11 a.m. her pickup truck was almost full. She is hoping for a similar response on Sept. 6, when she will be back again. lated lunch bags, backpacks (for all genders and age groups), reus-
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Out on the Town
MUSIC • VISUAL ARTS • BAR SCENE • ENTERTAINMENT • PERFORMANCE ARTS Call us at 250-832-2131, drop in to our office, or use our new, easy to use calendar online. See below. WEDNESDAY, AUG. 12
SATURDAY, AUG. 15
FRIDAY, AUG. 21
WOW – Shuswap District Arts Council presents the pop/rock
FREE PANCAKE BRUNCH - Downtown Salmon Arm and
LUNCHBOX STAGE – Lindsay May performs her brand of
music of Paul Filek at 6:45 p.m. at Marine Peace Park. Bring your blanket or lawn chair. Admission is by donation.
UNSCRIPTED – Laughing Gas Improv Troupe presents
Summer Fun, a hilarious evening of laughs, improv games and unscripted comedy following WOW. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. for lobby, ticket sales and no-host cash bar. Doors to theatre house open at 8:15. Tickets are available at Intwined Fibre Arts on Hudson Avenue or at the door.
VILLAINS AND VITTLES – R.J. Haney Village and Museum’s
production of The Everlasting Railways Blues tells about the coming of the railroad to Western Canada. Shows run every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday evening in August, with a special matinee performance on Thursday, Aug. 20. Check-in starts at 5 p.m. Enjoy a home-cooked dinner with all the pioneer fixings served from Marjorie’s Tea Room. Reservations are a must. Call 250832-5243, visit www. salmonarmmuseum.org or like them on facebook.com
Salmon Arm Folk Music Society host a free pancake brunch with Daybreak Rotary members flipping pancakes and serving them with sausages, fruit, juice and coffee at the Ross Street Plaza from 9 a.m. to noon. Roots and Blues musicians will perform from 9:40 to 11:20 a.m. Downtown merchants will take part by hosting a Saturday Sidewalk Sale. For more information, visit www.salmonarmdowntown.com or contact 250832-5440.
SUNDAY, AUG. 16 FUNNYFEST ON TOUR COMEDY – takes place at 7 p.m. at the
Sicamous Legion at 322 Main St, Sicamous, featuring Kelly Taylor, Joe King, Stu Hughes and Noor Kidwai. Doors open at 6 p.m. Arrive prior to 6:45. Tickets at $20 are available at Sicamous Legion or Inkx Printing
American music at 12:30 p.m. at the Ross Street Plaza.
SATURDAY, AUG. 22 HANEY CONCERT – Versatile high-lyric coloratura Melina
Moore presents Over the Rainbow, a tribute to the late Judy Garland and salute to the golden age of Hollywood. Moore is joined by Jim Leonard on piano, Doug Sonju on clarinet and sax, Bill Lockie on bass and Peter Padden on percussion. For more information, call 250-832-5243.
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE – features the folk music of Jonah
August from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Ross Street Plaza.
DINNER THEATRE – Table 24 presents Last Call at Club
Vingt-Quatre, a four-act, four-course murder mystery dinner theatre production, which will also run Aug. 29 at the Podollan Inn on the Trans-Canada Highway. Drinks are served at 6 p.m. and dinner and play begin at 7 p.m. Call 250-8325024 to reserve your seat.
Save the date! Sunday August 23rd! Noon till 2:00 pm
ENTRY FORMS – All indoor entry
forms for the 2015 Salmon Arm Fair can be picked up from the fair office, at the library or printed from the website at www. salmonarmfair.com. Exhibitor fees are $15 for adults, $10 for youth and free for children five and under. Completed forms must be returned either by mail or to the fair office at the Memorial Arena by Saturday, Aug. 22.
THURSDAY, AUG. 13 MUSIC CRAWL – Revisit the Salmon
Arm Folk Music Society’s coffee house roots with a series of intimate performances. Explore restaurants and pubs and get a taste of what’s on the menu while savouring an authentic Shuswap musical experience. See details on performers and locations at www. rootsandblues.ca
JAZZ AT THE PLAZA – features Bastet
TUESDAY, AUG. 25 AUDITIONS – Would-be participants in this year’s Shuswap Idol competition at the Salmon Arm Fair must preregister for auditions that will take place at 7 p.m. at the Downtown Activity Centre. This year’s competition is one category open to all ages, First place takes $500, second gets $250 and third place wins $100, plus four honourable mention prizes of $50. Contestants must be able to perform on all three days of the fair, which runs Friday, Sept. 11 to Sunday, Sept. 13. For more information, visit www.salmonarmfair.com/ safentertainment.html. To register in Shuswap Idol, send an email to loririsling@hotmail.com.
Join us in learning about probiotics! Not just for the tummy... they can also to be used to clean! Hen houses, kitchens, animal living quarters, use them on your yoga mats, gym gear etc etc etc! If you know anyone who cleans anything invite them to this event! Tahn Towns of www.healthyhorses.ca will bring her wealth of knowledge to share with us! As always, bring your own chair. And as a twist, we will be having a zucchini cooking contest. Bring your zucchini chips, zucchini bread, zucchini fritters... or whatever else you can make with zucchini!
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FRIDAY, AUG. 14 LUNCHBOX STAGE – The Madeline Tasquin Trading Co.
performs indie/pop/jazz at 12:30 p.m. at the Ross Street Plaza.
POTTERY – The Salmon Arm Pottery Club will host a sale
during Roots and Blues in the Mall at Piccadilly Aug. 14 and 15.
ROOTS AND BLUES – The 23rd annual three-day musical
extravaganza opens, featuring four daytime stages and two evening stages with single acts and workshop jams, a global food village offering a culinary collision of Western cuisine and ethnic dishes, an artisan market featuring handcrafted Canadian creations; a family fun zone with lots of children’s activities (kids 12 and under are admitted free but must be accompanied by an adult); shaded beverage gardens with stage views, misting stations throughout the site and much more. For more information and tickets, visit www.rootsandblues.ca.
Solutions, 444 Main Street #2. Tickets are also at http:// funnyfest-Sicamous-Aug16.eventbrite.ca. No need to print tickets as names will automatically be entered in the reservations system.
MONDAY, AUGUST 17 CAMP TIME – The Salvation Army New Life Community
Church invites kids to take part in a free Vacation Bible Camp Monday through Friday, Aug. 21 from 9:30 a.m. to noon at 191 Second Ave. NW, featuring stories, games, plays, songs, snacks and lots of fun for kids from kindergarten to Grade 6. For more information or to register, call 250-832-9194.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 19 WOW – The Shuswap District Arts Council presents GB
Roots at 6:45 p.m. at Marine Peace Park. Bring your blanket or lawn chair. Admission is by donation.
THURSDAY, AUG. 20 PIE COMPANY – The Jordan Dick Trio performs at the Ross
Street Plaza at 7 p.m.
WOW – The Shuswap District Arts Council’s Wednesday on the Wharf series ends with The Salmon Armenians at 6:45 p.m. at Marine Peace Park. Bring your blanket or lawn chair. Admission is by donation.
THURSDAY, AUG. 27
PIE COMPANY – Good old-fashioned Djang Bang, featuring
a large gypsy ensemble at 7 p.m.
JAZZ AT THE PLAZA – features Judy Kosowick from 7 to
8:30 p.m. at the Ross Street Plaza stage.
FRIDAY, AUG. 28 LUNCHBOX STAGE – Jake McIntyre-Paul performs
contemporary music at 12:30 p.m. at the Ross Street Plaza.
SATURDAY, AUG. 29 YOGA OUTDOORS – The Salmon Arm Chamber of
Commerce, Downtown Salmon Arm and representatives from the yoga community host Peace in the Park – First Annual Community Yoga Event at Marine Peace Park, featuring an all-level yoga class at 10 am. A variety of poses and stretches geared towards all ages and levels of experience will be incorporated. The event will wrap up at 12:30 p.m. with crystal singing bowls and meditation.
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE – features the jazz sounds of
Something Nice from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Ross Street Plaza.
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