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Fair a classic against all odds ANDREW TRIPP

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The 70th annual Rock Creek Fall Fair began on a cool, moist Saturday morning last weekend. By the time it concluded on Sunday afternoon, the fair had once again shown why it’s perennially one the hottest tickBob ets in the Boundary. Bugeaud While attendance was down 250-449-1982 slightly from 2014’s event, due perbordercountrybob.ca haps to a chilly and rainy opening day, the fair still attracted nearly 8,000 visitors, who were treated to a 4-H member and beef competitor Sophie Schneider shows how do it with a smile. See inside for more on the Rock classic country fair, featuring farm Creek Fall Fair. PHOTO: ANDREW TRIPP animal displays and competitions, a multitude of equine events, the the weather, certainly a welcome with the likes of musical acts The voted the best teen performer. Albrazzle-dazzle of freestyle motocross respite from the drought conditions Trips, Willie and the Poorboys and las’ father Jay took first prize in the and an impressive array of music, the region experienced throughout country artist Lisa Nicole. Also adult section with a heartfelt renKELOWNA (Wstbrg) the summer. The air was clear and there to entertain were ventriloquist dition of Don Henley’s Long Way dance and comedy. This year, Duane Harfman and fresh, and the recent wildfire sea- Neale Bacon (“Canada’s only full- Home. Wowing the crowd in the arena long time Rock Creek resident Mar- son appeared to fade into memory, time professional ventriloquist”), garet Eek, who, starting in 1946, has as the fair heralded a return to nor- Grand Forks’ Borderline swing was the Global FMX freestyle moband, rockers Devon Coyote and tocross show, which is the only proattended all 70 exhibitions, officially malcy for many area residents. dance troupe Les Folles Jambettes, duction in Canada featuring former All of the classic fair events were opened the fair. Also in attendance at the opening ceremonies were fair well represented this year, includ- who performed a raucous set of X-Games athletes. Global FMX athLocated in Westbridge and association president Bill Bosovich, ing sheep and beef competitions, Cancan, a style that was common letes are among the top motorcycle proud to service the area district Area E director animal displays, gymkhana events in the Boundary throughout the riders in the world, and executed 1-250-446-6808 regional numerous motocross tricks, includVicki Gee and outgoing MP Alex and heavy horse exhibitions. Agri- boomtown mining days. New to the fair this year was a ing back flips, with ease. �� Atamanenko. The national anthem culture, arts and crafts and culinary There was a clown, lots of games was performed by BCSS alumni arts were also on display, as entries talent competition, which attracted ten brave performers looking to from all parts of the Southern Intefor the kids, the iconic lawn mower Calvin Metcalf, and emcee for the showcase their vocal and instrurior impressed both judges and visirace and a host of other attractions opening day was Midway mayor mental prowess. tors alike. to keep visitors entertained for Randy Kappes. The winner of the youth category hours, during what turned out to The entertainment lineup was Despite the steady drizzle on opening day, spirits were high, as nothing short of spectacular, as the was 11-year-old Laura Close, while be, perhaps against all odds, the best 0 24543 16681 8 fairgoers seemed to actually enjoy main stage was constantly abuzz Christina Lake’s Damien Alblas was ever Rock Creek Fall Fair.

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Saturday, Sept. 26: Kettle Valley Golf Club in Rock Creek is hosting an end of season golf tournament and banquet. Sunday, Sept. 27: Food and Resources Society (FAR) annual general meeting will be held at the Midway Community Garden (Midway Airstrip–end of 9th Ave.) at 2 p.m. A barbecue will follow at Teddybear Farm, 815 Division Street, Midway. Bring dessert and barbecue meat for yourself. Wednesday, Sept. 30: Community Futures Boundary is offering a free financial management workshop for business. “Understanding Financial Statements /Cash Flow Management” will be instructed by Mary Jane Turton, B.Comm, AAT. It will be held upstairs at the Boundary Learning Centre (540 7th Ave, Midway), from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Seating is limited – call 250-445-6618 or 250-442-2722 to register. Tuesday, Oct. 6: A TOTA BC workship will be held at the Midway Senior Centre (541 7th Ave.) from 3 - 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15: Parkview Manor is hosting its annual general meeting at 7 p.m. at 670 9th Avenue, Midway. General elections will be held; anyone can become a member for an annual fee of $5.

REGULAR EVENTS: Mondays: Drop-in crib at Greenwood Legion at 7 p.m. $3 buy-in. Mondays: Girl Guides of Canada meets after school from 3:30 to 5 at WBES. Contact Janine Fraser at WBES or Linda Sheppard at 250-443-1529. First & Third Monday: Midway Village Council meeting; 6:30 p.m. with a delegation or 7 p.m. if none.

First & Third Monday: The Bridge Drop-in Centre in Midway is open from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Closed on holiday Mondays, but will be open the next day on Tuesday. First Monday: Greenwood Seniors Centre meeting at 2 p.m. Info: 250-445-2290. Second & Fourth Monday: Greenwood City Council meeting at 7 p.m. Third Monday: Bridesville Women’s Institute meets at 11 am. Info: 446-2210 or 446-2121. Third Monday: Frolicking Fancies – the Greenwood Red Hat Ladies Group meet monthly in Greenwood. Information Francine 250-445-6734; or Shirley 250445-9908. Third Monday: Discover Rock Creek Society meeting at 6:30 – for location info phone 250-528-0227. Last Monday: Kettle River Recreation Commission meets at the Little Red School House at 7 p.m. Info Bill Watson 250-446-2325 or Sherry Dalziel 250446-2997. Mondays and Wednesdays: Boot Camp at McArthur Centre in Greenwood from 6-7. $10 drop-in or $60 per month. Info 250-442-3664. Postponed until further notice. Monday & Wednesday beginning Sept. 15: Country Kids Playschool 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Rock Creek Health Centre. For info or to register call Sara Eek 250-446-2202. Tuesdays: AA Meetings at McArthur Centre in Greenwood at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday: Drop-in social at the Greenwood Seniors’ Centre, 9 -11 a.m. Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday: 11 - 3 pm Greenwood Seniors’ Centre Thrift Store, 100 Deadwood. Tuesdays and Thursdays: Taekwondo at BCSS gym

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from 4 to 5 p.m. Open to ages 6 (with supervision) to 106. Tuesdays and Thursdays: Boundary Women’s Resource Centre on Market Avenue in Grand Forks open from 9 a.m. to - 3 p.m. Info 250-442- 5212. First Tuesday: Elks #493 monthly meeting at the Slavonic Hall in Grand Forks at 7 p.m. Info: 250-4422856 or 250-442-4276. Third Tuesday: Kettle Valley Wildlife Association meets at the range in Rock Creek at 7 p.m. Wednesdays: Writer’s group meeting at 11 a.m. at Bored Room Bistro in Midway. Wednesdays: Girl Guides of Canada meet at King of Kings Church in Midway, Sparks ages 5-6 and Brownies ages 7-8 meet at 4:30-5:45; Guides ages 9-11 and Pathfinders ages 12-14 meet from 6 to 7:30. Info 250-449-2309 or 250-445-9955. Wednesdays: Midway Crib Tournament – Bored Room Bistro, 607 Eighth Avenue, Midway at 7 p.m. Wednesdays: Senior’s Bingo at 1 p.m. at the Greenwood Senior’s Drop-in Centre. $1 admission. Wednesdays: Women’s Counseling in Rock Creek and West Boundary: Free and confidential. For information call the STV counselor at 1-855-441-3131 or 442-3131. Childcare and transportation subsidies are available. First Wednesday: West Boundary Senior Housing Society meeting at 1 p.m. in Parkview Manor Midway. Second Wednesday: Boundary Citizen’s Patrol meets at Midway Senior’s Centre from 7 - 8 p.m. Info: Wayne 250-449-2191, Paul 250-445-2111, or Wolfgang 250-446-2455. Second Wednesday: Greenwood Board of Trade meets at 7 p.m. at City Hall. Third Wednesday: Rock Creek Women’s Institute meet for a potluck lunch at 11:45. Info: 250-4462454 or 250-446 -2608. Third Wednesday: Main River Women’s Institute meets in Westbridge at 1 p.m. Info: 250-446-2616. Third Wednesday: Rock Creek & Boundary Fair Assoc. meets at 7 p.m. at the pavilion from March through November. Info: 250-446- 2465.

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Thursday mornings: Free Yoga Classes in Greenwood at the McArthur Centre from 10:00-11:30 a.m. For information call: Diane at 250-445-6364. Thursdays: Kinesiology at the old Kettle Valley School House from 9:30 to 12. Thursdays: Anglican Thrift Store from 11-3. Info phone Les Williams 250-445-2216. Thursdays: Quilters and other crafters meet at the Midway Senior’s Centre at 9:30 a.m. Come for coffee and bring your needle project to work on. Membership fee $10 per year. First Thursday: Rock Creek Medical Society meets at 7 p.m. in the boardroom of the clinic. First & Third Thursday: Food bank at the Evangel Chapel at 11 a.m. Donations welcome. Info 250445-2125. Second & Fourth Thursday: Kettle River Lions Club meets at 7 p.m. in the Medical Clinic boardroom at Rock Creek. Third Thursday: Founder’s Day 2016 planning meeting at 6 p.m. in Greenwood City Hall. Contact Janet at 250-445-6133 for information. Fridays: Bingo at Greenwood Community Hall. Doors open 5 p.m., early bird 7 p.m. Progressive jackpot. Fridays: Coffee at Midway Seniors Centre from 9:30 - 11. Fridays: Overeaters Anonymous 11 a.m. - 12 noon at St. Jude’s Church in Greenwood. First & Third Friday: Karaoke at the Royal Canadian Legion in Greenwood. 7 p.m. until 11 p.m. Third Friday: Movie nights at Midway Community Hall; 7 p.m. Bring your own travel cup. $3 includes movie, drink and popcorn. Saturdays: Lion’s Club Meat Draw, at Prospector Pub in Rock Creek. Starts at 3 p.m. Saturdays: Greenwood Royal Canadian Legion Canteen open 2-6 p.m. Meat draw 3:30 p.m. Last Saturday: Karaoke at Hotel Midway – Hot-L Pub at 8:30. Last Saturday: The Bridge is open 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Greenwood Public Library: Open Mon, Wed, Fri and Sat. Opens at noon.

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Vehicle related to suspects It’s Open Season Abandoned vehicle related to robbery suspects On Sept. 7, Midway RCMP came upon a vehicle parked on Hwy 3 just west of Midway with its emergency lights flashing. A subsequent investigation revealed that the vehicle had been stolen at gunpoint in Kamloops. Additional information received by police indicated that two males had committed an armed robbery of a pizza delivery driver in Grand Forks, nearly running over an off-duty police officer, as the suspects stole cash and the delivery driver’s vehicle. Shortly after the thefts, the suspects were located on Hwy 3B near Trail after crashing the stolen vehicle and attempting to flee from police. Two male subjects were apprehended with the assistance of an RCMP po-

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lice dog and handler. The abandoned vehicle in Midway is related to the two apprehended suspects who await court proceedings. Be careful inviting strangers into your home On Sept.12, RCMP received a report of a suspicious Caucasian male in his sixties riding a female bike in Midway. The man approached a house that is currently for sale and asked the owner if he could tour the property. The homeowner allowed the man to enter the house, at which point he quickly looked around and then left. Nothing was taken from

the residence, but RCMP would like to remind residents to be careful when inviting strangers into their homes. Bear lets itself into home On Sept.13, Midway RCMP responded to a report of a large black bear that was attempting to gain access to a home in Anaconda. The family living in the house managed to escape through the front door and left the scene safely in their vehicle. Police arrived and noted that the bear had already departed the area, leaving behind claw marks and a ripped door screen. Conservation officers were notified and will be following up with the impacted family. The public is advised to be aware of bear presence in the area, which is currently rated as high.

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Accountant sums up statements CRAIG LINDSAY

Boundary Creek Times Contributor

School District 51’s board of education didn’t take long to meet once school was back in session. The trustees met on Tuesday, Sept. 8 at the school board office in Grand Forks and discussed several issues. Financial statements The board heard a presentation from Josh Widman from the accounting firm of Grant Thornton from Kelowna. The firm audited the financial statements of SD51, which comprise the statement of operations, statement of change in net financial assets (debt) and statement of cash flows for the year that ended (2014-15). Widman summed up the results of that audit. “It’s a yearly process that we go through,” said Teresa Rezansoff, SD51 board chair. “They come in and look and make sure everything we have done is accurate. We had a clean audit. We’ve never not had a clean audit, I’m proud to say.” Rezansoff praised the work of Jeanette Hanlon, secretary-treasurer for SD51, and district staff. In the statement of operations (year ended June 30), SD51 has an actual total revenue of $17,044,184. Most of that comes from provincial grants from the Ministry of Education, $15,670,621. The total expenses for SD51 are $17,193,609 of which instruction is the biggest at $12,186,109. In the schedule of operating operations, SD51 had an actual operating surplus of $1,727,291 at the end of the year. The accumulated surplus from operations at the beginning of the year was $10,569,119. At

the end of the year, the accumulated surplus was $10,419,694. The statement of financial position (as of June 30) for SD51 stated that the total financial assets were $4,059,872. The total liabilities were $14,313,719. The net financial assets (debt) is ($10,253,847). The total nonfinancial assets is $20,673,541. The accumulated surplus is $10,419,694. Community Literacy Plan Sheila Dobie, community literacy coordinator of Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy (CBAL), gave an enthusiastic presentation about the Community Literacy Plan for the Boundary. She talked about highlights from the previous year and talked about the plan for the coming year. Dobie also talked about the upcoming Reach a Reader program, which goes this year on Oct. 7. Superintendent report Kevin Argue, SD51 superintendent, gave his month-end report at the board meeting. Argue said there were 46 teacher positions posted. There are 12 new teachers to SD51 with four positions still to be filled. Argue said the four goals for the achievement contract for SD51 for 2014-15 were: 1. To embed the inquiry process into teaching and learning throughout the district; 2. To improve student achievement in reading; 3. To increase students access and use of technology to deepen learning and authentically communicate their knowledge; and, 4. To improve the positive, social emotional connectedness of our students to their school experience through school ini-

tiatives supported by our health promoting schools coordinator. Support for those affected by the Rock Creek fire Norm Sabourin, Boundary District Teachers’ Association (BDTA) president, suggested during comment period that the board discuss helping out those affected by the Rock Creek fire, and, in particular, those with students. In all there were seven students affected from five different families. Sabourin also said there was a retired school teacher and a current CUPE member who lost their homes to the fire. Sabourin said they were able to “pass the hat” for fire relief and raise $2,400 at the BCTF summer conference. “That money will be sent to the CIBC account for the Kettle River Lion’s Club. We’re putting the word out to anyone to help.” Sabourin said there is also an account set up through the RDKB at the Heritage Credit Union in Greenwood for donations. “We’re (BDTA) still looking at other options for how we can help. We want the money distributed where it needs to be distributed.” Rezansoff said the board is waiting for the assessment by the Rock Creek/Westbridge Fire Needs Committee before further determining what can be done. “There are a lot of finer details being looked at,” she said. Rezansoff said they were very impressed by the job everyone in the community from caring and supporting each other, the communications and everything else. “It was an amazing example of what our community can do,” she said.

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Response exemplary The Rock Creek fire posed challenges for numerous government and private agencies during and after the blaze destroyed homes and environments, but their response was, and continues to be, nothing short of exemplary. The fire was still threatening to travel further north on Highway 33, yet FortisBC was already on site assessing damage to hydro infrastructure and planning their approach to restoring power to those areas that had lost it. More than 75 power poles had to be replaced, and cables re-strung before FortisBC could even consider powering up that section of the grid. That they did so in such a short period of time impressed everybody affected by the fire, and, by all accounts have proven themselves not the “smart meter” meanies that many of us have painted them as. FortisBC may just have gone above and beyond the call of duty, and left a segment of their customer base feeling a little more like human beings rather than numbers on a spreadsheet. Telus technicians also worked hard during the unnerving early days of the disaster, as many of their customers were completely cut off from those outside the fire zone. Both landline and cellphone services were completely restored within days. Also responding to cleanup needs is the Ministry for Transportation and Infrastructure, which has been replacing the more than 28 kilometres of damaged livestock fencing along highways 3 and 33. In a recently-released brief, minister Todd Stone stressed the importance of a quick response by his government in addressing the matter. “This fencing is important for ranchers and farmers, to keep their animals contained and safe from harm, and it’s also important for motorists who are travelling along these highways, especially at night and during challenging weather conditions,” said Stone. “When some stretches of livestock fencing were destroyed in the Rock Creek wildfire, we committed to replacing the fencing right away.” Work on replacing the fencing is proceeding well, as the ministry continues to work with the B.C. Cattlemen’s Association in support of ranchers. The fencing is expected to be complete in late November. These are but three of the agencies that have helped restore damaged infrastructure in a timely fashion, and, in doing so, appear to have found public support in this challenging political and corporate climate.

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Fair an integral part of life

The 2015 fall fair is in the books, and, by all accounts, it coiffed, freshly powdered creatures that languished quite was another hugely successful affair. happily in their pens. Surrounded by admiring visitors, Personally, I was most impressed by the numerous ani- the delightful young animals truly did their class proud! mal exhibits and competitions. As I stood watching steerOn the other hand, I’m yet to make up my mind about handlers move quietly around the judging pen, carefully “mutton busting.” I’m no animal psychologist, but I seobserved by the expert evaluators, I couldn’t help but ad- riously doubt that those sheep enlisted to carry six year mire the handlers’ obvious connections with olds across the arena hold the same degree of IN FOCUS their animals. The steers were generally very fondness for the fair as do those other ‘special’ calm and well behaved, with an occasional tug creatures. of a rope the only sign of discipline. The inaugural Talent Competition was a big Many of the competitors were 4-H memsuccess, as it showcased several extremely talbers, youngsters who had grown up with aniented performers, a couple of whom we may mals and seemed to possess an innate ability to just be seeing on stage for years to come. Both control the sizeable beasts with little more than Damien Alblas and Laura Close appear desAndrew TRIPP the rub of a show stick. It was obvious that the tined for a run at stardom; one is 15 and the kids enjoyed their time in the ring, eager to other 11 and, with their continued dedication showcase their developing animal husbandry to music, it would appear the sky really is the skills. No doubt the lessons learned throughout their 4-H limit. Alblas, in particular, appears to have it all; excellent tenure will forever influence them as individuals and help musicianship, a powerful vocal range and, might I say, that them mature into kind and productive citizens. They will, rare “x factor.” at the very least, always be good with animals. The main stage entertainment was generally very I also enjoyed walking through the animals’ rest areas strong throughout the weekend; Boundary country artist that, for the most part, were surprisingly quiet and devoid Lisa Nicole belted out some fine covers as well as some of bovine unrest. Frankly, the animals looked like they excellent original material. I conducted a short interview were enjoying a spa day, complete with a good supply of with Lisa after her set, and you can read excerpts from that lush alfalfa, the most luxurious animal bedding imagin- interview in this issue. able and, heck, even a fan to keep them cool. I live amidst Also impressive was the high-energy Kelowna-based cattle (not my own), and I have to say they are nothing like group The Trips, an act that fair entertainment director those at the fair, though maybe, just maybe, a few of them Pierre Sinclaire is keen to bring back next year. might one day find their way to the Steer Hotel. All in all, it was another great fair, and I would personThe same goes for the sheep, which were so wonderfully ally like to thank the organizers and volunteers for their neat and clean that I almost cowered with shame as I pic- amazing dedication to an event that continues to be an intured my own woolly beasts. Frankly, mine look like com- tegral part of life here in Boundary Country. pletely different animals in comparison to the elegantly

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Future of Baldy uncertain The Mount Baldy Ski Resort, which lies 20 kilometres north of Bridesville and Rock Creek and has long been a mecca for local snow enthusiasts, is currently at risk of remaining closed for the upcoming ski season. A press release issued by Vancouver-

based Receiver G-Force Group indicates that last year’s resort operator, Baldy Operating Corporation and its affiliate Baldy Capital Corportation, had made an unsuccessful bid to purchase the site. G-Force Group continues to work toward finding a buyer who can com-

plete a purchase at an acceptable price and secure a timeline for opening the 2015/2016 alpine season. At this point, the resort’s opening remains in doubt, much to the disappointment of local residents and students.

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A team of 67 volunteers and forest professionals from local forestry company Interfor have officially helped set a world record. On May 20 of this year, the Sustainable Forestry Initiative partnered with local teams from 29 communities across Canada and the U.S. to set a new world record for the most trees planted simultaneously within a one-hour period by teams of 25 to 100 participants.

Guinness has just confirmed that the 202,935 trees planted by the 29 teams sets an official world record! The Interfor team planted 8,227 seedlings at two Interfor harvest locations in the Southern Interior, including at Windfall Creek near Greenwood, where they were joined by students, teachers and parents from Dr. D.A. Perley Elementary School. “As SFI celebrates its 20th anniversary,

I can’t think of a more exciting way to recognize and reinforce our commitment to healthy forests and sustainable communities, and to reaffirm that the actions we take today can have a significant and material impact on the future of our forests,” said Kathy Abusow, president and CEO of SFI.

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There was a three-way tie in the contest at the B.C. Lung Association booth at the Rock Creek and Boundary Fall Fair this weekend. The contest was to guess how many jelly beans were in the antique jar. There were 352 entrants in the contest to guess how many jelly beans were in the jar. Guesses ranged from 105 to 17,032. There were 760 jelly beans in the jar and the four contestants each guessed 750 the closest without going over. Congratulations to Mikala Todoruk from Grand Forks, Lee Macri from Grand Forks and Dale Kellerman, from Bridesville. Because there was a tie, a name had to be drawn by an independent person. Four-year-old Mikala Todoruk’s name was drawn and wins the antique jar and jelly beans and the others will receive a consolation prize. Volunteer Director of the Boundary Area of the B.C. Lung Association, Michele Caskey thanked to all those who participated in the contest and to everyone who visited the booth and obtained information provided by the Lung Association.

Greenwood mayor Ed Smith, left, accepts a cheque for $1,500 from Greenwood ATV club president John Ingbritson. The club was grateful to the city for permitting the use of the city’s ballpark during the recent BC ATV Jamboree.

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Last week’s feature on Cops for Kids included a photo of the Greenwood Legion’s Paul Richards presenting a cheque to one of the riders. Paul’s surname was incorrectly printed as Brandon, and the Times would like to apologize for this error.

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And how about high-risk investments? Here are two examples of the risks associated with them. One is market risk – the chance that you will lose some or all of your money if the market value drops substantially. Investments outside Canada may also be subject to currency risk. For example, if you invest $100 CDN in a U.S. dollar denominated investment and the U.S. dollar declines by 10 per cent against the Canadian dollar, your investment will be worth $90 even though the U.S. investment value may not have changed.

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build a portfolio designed to achieve your goals within your comfort zone.Here are three strategies to help you manage risk, while alleviating the effects of market fluctuations: 1. Dollar Cost Averaging: Investing a small amount regularly lets you buy at different price points and average out the cost of your investments. 2. Diversification: Investing in different asset types (for example, stocks and bonds), industries and countries can help reduce the impact of underperformance in any given category. 3. Keeping pace with life’s changes: meeting regularly with your advisor and adjusting your portfolio as you move into different life stages can help keep your investments aligned to your time horizon and tolerance for risk. Talk to your advisor if you have questions about fluctuations in the value of your investments. It’s important that you are comfortable with you portfolio, and that comfort can come from a better understanding of risk.

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Boundary Creek Times Thursday, September 24, 2015

Boundary District Curling Club 2015-2016

Curling Season

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Boundary District Curling Club begins their season October 15, 2015. The club has 3 different times a week you can come out to curl. Wednesday Afternoon Fun League Meet at 1:00 pm - learn skills and have fun. Thursday and Friday Evening League Teams meet at 7:00 pm If you are new to the area or an old hand at curling and want to join a team. Please call Lisa Baia at 250-449-2749 Why Curl you say? Any one can curl. Any age can curl. Easy to Learn. It is very affordable. Meet people and have fun. Play against great competition. Great exercise Too!

Club sets fall lineup The Midway Community Association has some great offerings upcoming this fall, starting with a “spooktacular” Halloween dance on Saturday, Oct. 30. Organizer John Hibberson promises a wonderfully ghoulish, adult-only affair that will see prizes awarded for the best costumes. A designated driver will be available to those wishing to enjoy an alcoholic beverage or two, and will transport party-goers to as far west as Westbridge and to Greenwood in the east. The fun begins at 7:30 p.m. and continues through the “witching” hour. Tickets are likely to be in high demand, particularly in light of Greenwood’s recent decision to cancel a similar event scheduled for that community. The following day is Halloween, and between 5:30 and 8 p.m., Midway’s community hall will be serving as a rest stop for those children and adults in need of a break from trick-ortreating or who just want to get out of the cold. Visitors will be ANDREW TRIPP

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offered hot dogs and hot chocolate and encouraged to warm up next to a classic Halloween bonfire. On Nov. 15, the Midway Theatre will be teaming up with Nelson’s Allegro Dance Company to present River of Dreams, described as “a celebration of water in word and dance.” “Several years ago we presented a piece called River Song,” explained theatre principal John Hibberson, “a somewhat similar project to River of Dreams, but with a real conservation slant. This was when the Kettle River was under attack by a proposed uranium mine and threatened with the damming of two major feeder creeks when Big White wanted to put in a golf course.” He added, “River of Dreams takes a different slant, a purely artistic appreciation of the wonder of all rivers. It’s not a practical, utilitarian view of a biological necessity; rather, its message is to foster a reverence for rivers. I think it›s going to be quite good, maybe even memorable. I hope so at least.” Wrapping up the association’s fall schedule are monthly movie presentations of Jurassic World on Nov. 20 and Avengers – The Age of Ultron, which will take over the community hall on Dec. 18.

Awards night Oct. 15 COMMUNITY FUTURES Submitted

Community Futures Boundary and the Boundary Country Regional Chamber of Commerce are pleased to host the 16th annual Business Excellence and Community Awards celebration. This gala event brings together individuals, business, government and non-profit organizations. “It is a great opportunity to recognize business excellence, while continuing to encourage the entrepreneurial spirit of the Boundary Region,” commented Wendy McCulloch, general manager of Community Futures Bound-

ary. This year’s event will also include the Exceptional Volunteer Service Awards sponsored by the City of Grand Forks. “We invite you to join us in recognizing the individuals who make a difference in the Boundary region. Award recipients will be selected by nominations from the community and announced on Oct. 15 at the Grand Forks Curling Rink,” she said. Refreshments and hors d’oeuvres will be served at 5 p.m. with awards presentations at 6 p.m. Due to seating limitations, tickets must be reserved in advance by contacting Community Futures Boundary at 250-442-2722.

HUGS S and G U SL If you have a hug or a slug, we’d like to hear it. We will print the anonymous submissions for all to see. Be honest, but all we ask is that you keep it tasteful. Editor’s discretion will always be exercised. Simply email reporter@boundarycreektimes.com with your short quips, compliments or complaints; or you may drop them off at 263 South Copper Street in Greenwood.

Slugs to the person(s) who came into our yard and stole our grandchildren’s bocce game. Two small children asked, “Why would someone do that?” You forgot their swings! A thousand hugs to all the volunteers responsible for the fantastic Rock Creek Fall Fair. Your dedication does not go unnoticed.

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