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A holiday tradition continues to bring people together. Vernon’s seventh annual Together for Christmas dinner takes place Dec. 25 and it’s for individuals or families who don’t want to be alone. “You could be a millionaire or not have a penny, it doesn’t matter,” said Ron Birch, who founded the celebration with Joe Dorval. “Everyone should be somewhere at Christmas. It can be a tough day on your own.” Everyone is invited no matter their circumstances — an individual with no family nearby, seniors, a single parent with children or entire families who just want to embrace the spirit of Christmas. And if someone is unable to get to the dinner, a meal can be delivered. Birch believes about 300 people were served last year.
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Rebeka Toporchak, five, and Kayla McDermott, 10, make tarts during a baking bee Saturday at St. James School for Together for Christmas, which takes place Dec. 25 at the St. James Parish Hall. This year’s dinner, which also includes entertainment and crafts, will be
held at the St. James Parish Hall (St. James School), with doors opening at 2:30
p.m. and the meal at 4 p.m. Anyone needing a ride to the dinner or wanting a
meal delivered to them can call Jae at 250-540-1120. Volunteers are in place
and businesses have helped provide the food and other supplies. “There is incredible support from the community to help us provide a special day for people,” said Birch. Birch and the other organizers look forward to Together for Christmas. “The reward we get is unbelievable,” he said. “There is no way to describe the feeling we get from doing this. Just being there and enjoying Christmas is so important.” Planning is also underway for next year. “As a result of the size that we are getting to be, we are in need of a place to store our supplies and decorations for the year,” said Birch. “We probably need a room about eight-foot-byeight-foot. The other issue we have is finding a freezer to store up to 25 turkeys and all of our baking from the baking bee from about Dec. 5 until Dec. 23 each year.”
Pellet plant air quality results prove positive
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Lavington’s pellet plant is providing evidence of being a good environmental neighbour. McCall Environmental was hired to conduct air emission testing on the dryers and stacks at Pinnacle Pellet Plant, which took place Nov. 11 and 12, 2015. “We’ve reduced emissions by 83.1 per cent,” said Leroy Reitsma, Pinnacle presLeroy Reitsma ident. Test results show the combined emissions of the pellet plant and
Tolko planer mill is .75 grams/second. That represents 16.9 per cent of the previously permitted emissions of the planer mill. “It’s a huge improvement to the local air shed,” said Reitsma. “We hope that this sets the community at ease.” Particulate matter has been a major source of resident concerns, with fear that the new plant would only exasperate the issue. “They think that there’s particulate matter in it (steam coming from stacks) and that’s why we test,” said Reitsma. The results show that all sources are operating well below permitted levels, which were set at the highest standards in the province for new pellet plants. The guideline for
dryers is 50, while Pinnacle applied for a permit of 15 and tests show they are operating at less than half that, 6.81. The other stacks must be under the provincial guideline of 115, but were only permitted to be 15 and are actually much lower at 4.91 and 2.5. “I just hope that people can understand the results and they can see that we’re well below the promised levels,” said Reitsma. The findings have been presented to Coldstream council and the full report is available online at www.pinnaclepellet.com/ pdfs/PP_pdf_Tolko-Q4-CF13-Stack-Test. pdf It’s a “good news story” for the community, says Trevor Seibel, Coldstream’s chief administrative officer. “The total emissions now between Tolko
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Vernon’s mayor has paid a fine related to a run-in with the Canada Revenue Agency. On Thursday, Akbal Mund pled guilty to one count of not filing an income tax return in time. “It’s done and behind me. I wasn’t withholding taxes,” said Mund. Mund paid a $1,000 fine. “It’s a minimum, standard fine,” said Dave Schaefer, Mund’s lawyer. The case was related to 2012 and 2013, and does not involve Mund’s personal taxes but a company that he used to pay himself a salary when he was a partner with Inland Restaurants. Schaefer says that documents Mund needed did not reach him in time from business partners and that led to the delay in filing with CRA. “There were never any taxes owing,” said Schaefer. “They (CRA) had more than enough to cover everything.” A second charge of not filing an income tax return was stayed by the Crown.
Vernon gang members lose murder appeal Morning Star Staff
Three members of a Vernon gang referred to by police as The Greeks have lost another courtroom battle. Peter Manolakos, Sheldon Richard O’Donnell and Leslie Podolski were looking to have their 2012 murder and manslaughter convictions overturned, based on pretrial, off-the-record hearings that were held to determine the status of persons alleged to be confidential informants. Defence counsel had a limited chance to make submissions at some of those hearings, and the trial judge ruled that all but one person whose status was considered was not protected by informant privilege. Crown counsel argued against the appeal
motion, stating the trio did not have standing to appeal from the decision made at the off-the-record hearings. Justice Willock agreed with Crown. His decision was backed by Justice Lowry and Madam Justice Fenlon. “A party with no right to notice and no right to attend cannot have a right to appeal decisions arising out of the first stage in-camera hearing,” wrote Willock in his 18-page decision. “To grant such standing would be to open a door that has been closed to third parties.” The trio were convicted in November 2012 following the longest jury trial – 18 months – in B.C. history in connection with
the murders of three people near Vernon in a nine-month period in 2004 and 2005. Podolski and O’Donnell were convicted in connection with the death of David Barry Marnuik in August 2004. Podolski was convicted as charged of first degree murder. O’Donnell, charged with first degree murder, was convicted of second degree murder. Manolakos was charged with and convicted of manslaughter in connection with Marnuik’s death. O’Donnell and Manolakos were charged and convicted of first degree murder in connection with the May 2005 death of Ronald James Thom. O’Donnell was charged and convicted of second degree murder in connection
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Family caught in civil unrest forces then arrested hundreds of men and allegedly killed many of them. Uncertainty continues to “Our (Canadian) embassy has create challenges for a Vernon recommended we leave but we family in central Africa. feel right to monitor things on the Violence has escalated ground here for now,” said Bale. recently in Burundi as compet“There’s lots of fear. People are ing groups have been attemptafraid to leave their homes, or if ing to gain control of the govRay Bale they have, now afraid to return.” ernment since April. The United Nations is calling “Things are quite bad here and it is not clear where it is all heading,” for the violence to end and negotiations to said Ray Bale, who runs an orphanage begin among the factions. “More than ever before, there is an with wife Mary Anne and son Boss in urgent need for decisive action from the Bujumbura. Dozens of people died when military international community to stop this camps were attacked Dec. 11, and security senseless violence. We cannot turn our RichaRd RolKe
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Greater Vernon residents are urged to support an agency that helps those in need. So far, the Salvation Army has raised $263,514, with 15 days remaining in the current campaign. “The total is about 51 per cent of the $513,769 required to balance the budget in 2016,” said Capt. JeanCurtis Plante.
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“The need is real and at our doorstep. People are depending on us to assist them and we are reaching out to the community of Vernon to fund the communi-
ty food bank. We are hopeful and know there is a still a lot of work to do to reach our goal.” Donations can be made online at http:// vernonhouseofhope.
com/ or at the food bank downtown. The Salvation Army is still in need of volunteers to fill a twohour shift at one of 13 fundraising kettle locations until Dec. 24. Visit http://vernonhouseofhope.com/ to sign-up online or contact kettles@vernonsalvationarmy.ca or 309-3837 for information Anyone who missed the Christmas food
hamper deadline can visit the food bank Dec. 21 starting at 9:30 a.m.
Landing mobile home damaged by fire RogeR Knox Morning Star Staff
A freak fire caused considerable damage to an Okanagan Landing mobile home Thursday morning. Vernon Fire Rescue Services were called to the Sandy Beach Trailer Park at 7:45 a.m. for a report of a fire inside
one of the units. “The owner had just woken up and turned the light switch on in the living room when the ceiling light overhead burst into flames,” said deputy fire chief Jack Blair. “The fire quickly spread around the light fixture and ceiling.”
The owner called 911. He and two other occupants plus household pets and birds were able to safely escape the trailer. “We had to pull down the ceiling to extinguish the blaze,” said Blair. “There was considerable fire damage in the living room.”
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oday as you open your newspaper, you’ll see the many faces of Christmas: Generous and loving community members who share their time, talents and funds with those less fortunate; children smiling as they receive that one special gift, Santa appearances (he’s just about everywhere these days), and much more. However, there is one page in today’s paper that will resonate for some of you more than anything else. The Tree of Memories is a place to pay ode to that cherished loved one who has left us on this Kristin Froneman physical plane, but is never far from our thoughts. For those whose loved one has died this past year, or any year, Christmas isn’t always a holly, jolly good time, but can be filled with loss and pain. There are many triggers that can spur grief this time of year. Maybe it’s that empty place on the mantel, where his stocking would have hung, or her favourite recipe, holiday movie or decoration, or simply the falling of snow. You never know when it’s going to hit you – those tears that fill your eyes and the hole that grows bigger in your rib cage. Loss is loss, no matter how or when or why it happened. There’s no going back to the way things were except in your memories. It can be a tough pill to swallow, especially at this time of year. Recently, my friend, whose mother died a few years ago, and I went to a special event at Vernon’s Hospice House, where my father spent the last two months of his life earlier this year. Entitled Holiday Transitions, the service provided an opportunity for us, the bereaved, to find support over the holidays. Conducted by North Okanagan Hospice Society grief and bereavement counsellor Panadda Kosakarn and social worker Sheila
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Odney, the service served as a light in a darkened tunnel. A quiet, warmly-lit room greeted us, as helpful words were spoken, before we were given the opportunity to write our loved one(s)’s name on an ornament to put on the tree. One of the handouts we were given was excerpted from Theresa A. Rando’s book, Grieving: How to Go on Living When Someone Dies and included some helpful suggestions to manage all holidays and anniversaries – not just Christmas. In it was this summary on how one might feel at this time of year: “Because holidays are supposed to be family times, and because of the extraordinary (although unrealistic) expectation that you should feel close to everyone this time of year, can underscore the absence of your deceased loved one more than any other time. “Recognize that your distress about the holidays is normal. Countless other bereaved people have felt, and do feel, as you do right now.” One of the strongest feelings I have felt is a sense of guilt for not wanting to celebrate the holidays as I have done in the past - with endless parties, and visiting, performances and indulgences (save for all the chocolate and baked goods I seem to be inhaling right now). To be honest, I have participated in some of those events this year, for my children’s sake, but what I really want is a quiet Christmas - with no pressure or expectations. I want to relax in the comfort of my home, looking at the sparkling lights on the tree, or ski down a mountain or around a trail, inhaling all that is good about the world. I want to remember the good times, the fun times, and the people I miss the most. And if you’ll indulge me, I want to place a few names on that tree this year: – For Dad – For Lou – For Tim – For Don Always and forever.
We’re in the midst of the season for giving but two high-profile organizations are struggling with their annual fundraisers. Donations to the United Way campaign are slow and Vernon’s Salvation Army has some ways to go before reaching its target. So far, the Salvation Army has raised $263,514, or 51 per cent of the $513,769 required for 2016. “The need is real and at our doorstep. People are depending on us to assist them and we are reaching out to the community of Vernon to fund the community food bank,” said Capt. Jean-Curtis Plante. The United Way has raised $111,500 towards its $250,000 goal, with the Dec. 31 deadline drawing near. The funds raised by United Way assist 32 social service programs in the region. Obviously there are many worthwhile charities in the North Okanagan and they are all looking to residents for support. The other reality is that financial challenges continue to persist for many families and businesses, and there may not be a lot of surplus cash to donate. However, we must all remember that while we are individuals and family units, we are part of something greater — a community. Our friends, co-workers and neighbours need help, whether it’s to put food on the table or access to vital social services. There may be times when we, ourselves, have to walk through the doors of those agencies. Whether it’s a couple of dollars or a bag of non-perishable food items, that support and compassion can go a long way. We urge all of you to consider the needs of the broader community and to do what you can for the United Way and food banks throughout the North Okanagan.
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his is regarding the first open house about the proposed Kalamalka Bowl amphitheatre project held Monday evening at Okanagan College’s Vernon campus. Our society is the sponsor of the proposal. The purpose of the meeting was to hear questions and comments from the about 40 local residents in attendance and to initiate a dialogue. Our society is in the early stages of designing and costing the proposed amphitheatre and now is the time to obtain constructive feedback. The majority of those in attendance, who took time out at a very busy time of year to attend, provided excellent input and we are grateful to them. There were comments and questions about preserving this beautiful and ecologically important site, about managing drainage issues, about possible parking overflow
CONCERNS RAISED The opening lines to our anthem are "O Canada, our home and native land." Now our new prime minister, Justin Trudeau, is saying we are going to bring 25,000 new immigrants from Syria to our land due to the strife in their country. He is not only bringing these immigrants here but his cabinet seems to be in a big hurry to get them here. Why the big rush to help when there are already many Canadians who are suffering in our own country due to homelessness, low income and health care issues? Every day, the media is showing us the food banks needing help to keep the shelves full for those in need. Every day we hear of how our health care system is failing for seniors and low-income and young families not being able to afford or wait for care to get better. Now we are expected to sit by and watch more immigrants be given accommodation, health care and jobs
problems and about potential noise and light pollution. It is the responsibility of the society to address these questions satisfactorily and this is what we plan to do over the next year. It would, I think, be fair to say that most attendees simply wanted at the expense of those already suffering in our own country? I'm not racist. I realize these people are also suffering, but why not help our own before extending our hands again? Why, if Canada wants to help, don't we send funds to their country to help with food and accommodation to rebuild rather than bringing them here to further strain our present systems and create more homelessness and burden on our health care, etc.? Help those here first, then others before we are in the same boat, in more need. Rose Carson BOMBING CESSATION I too have personal military experience, albeit not in the Second World War. With all due respect to Mr. Rayment, I heartily disagree with his assessment of what has been proposed by the new Liberal government. If I believed that the involvement of six bombers from this country made
us to do our homework and get back to them. Some volunteered to help, as with a very creative proposal to conduct distributed sound tests throughout the neighbourhood this summer. Others came with minds made any significant contribution to the war effort, I would concur with his opinion. I do not. I believe that Canada needs to regain the position of moral authority that started with Lester Pearson, and his Nobel Peace Prize for bringing waring countries together to solve the Suez Crisis in 1956. Canadian peacekeepers with the United Nations in places like Egypt and Cyprus were regarded with respect, not the condemnation that comes with blasting civilians into oblivion in the hopes that an ISIS commander will get caught in the crossfire. In the same way in which the previous government managed, with the connivance of an electorate that was blind to the proceedings, to subvert what parliamentary government was supposed to be, the vote to continue military participation in Iraq, was an insult to the humanitarian principles for which this country used to be representative in the eyes of the rest of the world.
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up. No matter what the benefit to the region, no matter what measures are taken to address concerns, they will not likely be in favour. We have carefully researched alternative sites and settled upon the campus as the best option by far. We believe the project will have a positive impact on Coldstream and Vernon on both an economic and cultural level. It will be a source of pride for the region and will likely bolster property values as has happened in other Canadian cities which host major cultural venues. Anyone who wants to help or ask a question should e-mail us at dbond@kalbowl.ca. It will take some time to research all the queries we have received, so responses will be forthcoming in the new year. Diane Bond, Managing Director, Okanagan Summer Festival Society I think for Mr. Rayment or myself to speak for how the military would feel about this decision is presumptuous. Let people like Lt.-Gen. Leslie, who is now the government whip, reflect the realities of a military attitude that is current and real. Dean Roosevelt SPENDING MONEY Justin Trudeau has expensive promises to keep and is burning through money by the heap, so fast it makes prudent men and women weep. There’s very little fiscal criticism, hardly a peep, but lots of praise from free-spending sheep. We knew his promises wouldn’t come cheap, but were so disaffected by that Conservative (bleep), many of us were willing to take a drastic leap. Now the taxman’s hand is in our pockets, really deep, and the outlook for our economy makes it hard to sleep. Lloyd Atkins
THANK YOU There is a fine citizen in Vernon that turned my forgotten purse in the cart into Canadian Tire. Many thanks. D. Desrosiers THANK YOU 2 I wish to thank the kind person who turned my wallet into the Bay. I lost it while shopping and was so relieved not to have to deal with replacing all of my identification and cancelling bank and credit cards. A very big thank you and also many thanks to the Bay. Sharon Robinson
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Regional gRant-in-aid applications Application forms are now available for community organizations that would like to be considered for Regional Grant-in-Aid funding. Forms are available for download on the Regional District website: www.regionaldistrict.com/whats-new.aspx Completed applications and supporting documentation must be received by Friday, February 5th, 2016. Late applications will not be received or considered.
Holiday Closures All services and programs provided from offices in the Regional District of Central Okanagan on KLO Road will be closed from Friday, December 25th through Sunday, January 3rd. During this time any emergencies involving Regional District water systems should be directed to 250-868-5299. Payments may be made online while the office is closed at https://ww3.regionaldistrict.com/. We look forward to serving you again at 8:00 am, Monday, January 4th, 2016. The Westside Residential Waste Disposal and Recycling Centre on Asquith Road in West Kelowna will be closed Christmas Day, Friday, December 25th and New Year’s Day Friday, January 1st. The Environmental Education Centre for the Okanagan (EECO) in Mission Creek Regional Park will be closed Thursday, December 24th through Monday, December 28th and Friday, January 1st.
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Family committed to kids KATHERINE MORTIMER Morning Star Staff
What started as a small holiday party to raise funds for a local charity has raised more than $17,000 in the past 13 years. Linda and Greg Creaser have always enjoyed hosting friends and family at Christmas time, but they also wanted to support a good cause. By combining their holiday party with fundraising, they have raised thousands of dollars for Santas Anonymous. “We host a Chinese auction, and friends and family — as well as local businesses — donate items, and we have always donated the money to Santas Anonymous,” said Linda Creaser, adding that in the past 13 years, they have raised $17,415.90 for Santas. Parents of a grown son, the Creasers started their party off small, with auction items displayed and brown paper bags behind each item — guests bought tickets for 25 cents which they would put into the bag in the hopes of winning that item. “That first year we raised $40 and it’s grown every year,” said Linda. “Santas is all about kids. We have never had to
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NOTICE TO SPALLUMCHEEN RESIDENTS HOLIDAY CLOSURE The Municipal Hall will be closed over the holidays from December 24th, 2015 through January 3rd, 2016. The office will re-open for business on Monday January 4th, 2016. Operational procedures associated with this time of year, such as snow plowing, will be maintained by the Public Works Department throughout the period of the holiday closure. EMERGENCY SERVICE Citizens may report emergency situations to the Township’s answering service by calling 250-546-3013. COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE The first Regular Council meeting of 2016 will be held on Monday, January 18th, 2016. Notices of Council meetings are available at the Municipal Office and on the Township’s website. Council meetings are generally scheduled for the first and third Monday of each month at 7:00 pm in the Council Chambers located at 4144 Spallumcheen Way, Spallumcheen, B.C. When Mondays fall on a statutory holiday the meeting will be held the following evening. The public is welcome to attend.
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Cherryville facilities funded RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
Additional recreational amenities are proposed for Cherryville and Lumby. The White Valley Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee has developed its 2016 draft budget and it includes a 2.5 per cent increase in expenditures. “We need to maintain the requirements of the facilities and services we provide,” said Rick Fairbairn, chairperson. Among the items in the budget is $50,000 towards a concrete slab for Cherryville’s outdoor ice rink. “The concrete surface means the facility can be used year-round,” said Tannis Nelson, community development co-ordinator. A contribution of $10,000 will also go towards a new playground in Cherryville’s Hanson Park and $6,500 for art classes in Cherryville. The budget includes an additional $130,000 for reserves. “We are trying to build up our reserves in case of equipment replacement,” said Fairbairn. While the budget is climbing by 2.5 per cent, that doesn’t necessarily mean that’s what residents will be paying. “We looked at actual growth in the community so the impact for taxpayers will be more about two
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It wasn’t a court of law but Central Okanagan E ast regional director Patty Hanson was censured
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this year. Only Hanson and two other board members — Central Okanagan West director Wayne Carson and Peachland director Cindy Fortin — voted against the censure motion and another motion ordering her to write an apology to Summerland.
Hanson was also at a closed-door straremoved for a year tegic planning session from the Central the RDCO board held Okanagan Economic last May. D e v e l o p m e n t At that meeting, Commission board, as the board members, an alternate from the including Hanson, film commission and agreed to keep the disfrom the Southern cussions confidential. Following the Interior Beetle Action meeting, Hanson — a Coalition board. Hanson did not former film commismake herself available sion board member who is now to the media an alternate following — met with the decision Summerland, by the board who later said and her lawshe told him yer, Matthew she was the Blow, said she only regional had no comdirector who ment. Patty Hanson saw the value B l o w of the film added, however, his client did commission. And, he said, she have “significant” concerns about procedur- indicated the commisal fairness associated sion’s funding could be with the special board in jeopardy. “I was freaked out,” meeting reconvened Tuesday to consider Summerland told the board. the censure motion. Given and several As for what Hanson plans to do in light of other directors said the board’s decision, what Summerland was Blow did not know, told by Hanson did not saying that would be accurately represent their views of the film up to his client. For her part, RDCO commission. Hanson, while board chairperson Gail Given said she admitting to meeting hoped the board will with Summerland, said now move on from the she was just trying to Hanson issue and get catch up on how the back to the business of commission was doing and was trying to running the district. Hans on was “coach” Summerland accused of divulging in explaining better information discussed to the board what he does. At Tuesday’s censure meeting, some directors voiced their concern about Hanson’s behaviour. “I’m don’t think she gets it,” said Kelowna director Colin Basran in arguing that censure and an apology to Summerland were enough of a punishment. But not all the board members were in favour of censuring and punishing Hanson. Carson said while the meeting with Summerland was likely ill-founded, the issue of what she said to him Service - Since 1904 should have been dealt with by the regional district CEO in-house.
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Post office elf Alyssa Randall gives Patrick Gilbert, four, and Kayden Marshall, six, special paper to write letters to Santa, during their visit to Santa’s Village at Beyond Belief Decor and Events. Starting Saturday, visitors get a free Santa photo with paid admission and a food donation for the Salvation Army Food Bank. Santa’s Village is located at 5103 25th St.
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With the snow on the ground, twinkling of Christmas lights and the turkeys in the oven, it’s time for the Kindale Developmental Association community Christmas lunch. The event takes place today at the Vernon Recreation Complex. “The change in venue makes it possible for twice as many people to attend,” said Cindy Masters, development officer. “Tickets are still complimentary thanks to the generosity of many of our donors, sponsors and friends.” Food for the lunch is provided by Crunchtime Market, Sysco, Cobs Bread, Askew’s Foods and Olive Us. Gumtree Catering puts everything together. New this year is the D Dutchmen Dairy desert bar which will be followed by caroling with Brian Martin, Jayme McKillop and Okanagan Dance Party. Sponsors are Alternatives Funeral and Cremation Services, Durning Directions and Service, RBC Royal Bank, Capri Insurance, KPMG, Armstrong Kin Club, the North Okanagan Knights Hockey Club, Planet Clean, Higgins Holdings and Sun FM. “Kindale is asking guests attending the lunch to please bring a food donation for the new Hampers for Hope program,” said Masters. For more information about Kindale, go to www.kindale.net or call 250-546-3005.
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Last thing the Vernon Vipers were worried about going into Trail’s Cominco Arena Wednesday night was the Smoke Eaters’ 13th ranked powerplay. Surprise. The Smokies went 5-for-11 with the man advantage, scoring three of them in the third period in a 6-3 win before 930 B.C. Hockey League fans. “It wasn’t like they have the No. 1 powerplay in the league,” said Viper head coach Mark Ferner. “They just had good nights on the powerplay. They found that seam and made some sauce passes across the ice. We made them make the hardest passes and it was our inability to block the perfect shots.” The Vipers, who lost a drama-jammed 5-4 double overtime tilt to the Penticton Vees before 1,750 fans Tuesday night at Kal Tire Place, are one point ahead of the Smokies for the fourth and final playoff berth in the Interior Division. Vernon hosts the Merritt Centennials tonight and entertain the Powell River Kings in a Sunday matinee to end 2015. It was 3-3 after 40 minutes with forward Kyle Star – obtained in a recent trade with the Surrey Eagles for Kurt Black – getting the winner at 4:25 of the third. Viper winger Charlie Michalowski was off for hooking. Kienan Scott supplied his 16th and 17th goals of the year for the Smokies (16-18), while Jake Kauppila, Connor BrownMaliski and Nick Halloran (his 16th) completed the offence in front of Bailey MacBurnie. Scott’s first snipe came shorthanded, 6:33 into the opening period. Joe Sacco (6th), Odeen Tufto (15th) and Jimmy Lambert (10th) answered for the Vipers (15-19-0-3) in front of Andrew Shortridge. Trail outshot Vernon 36-33. The highly physical tilt featured more than 50 minutes in penalties, most coming in the third period when Riley Brandt of the Vipers and Evan MacEachern of the Smokies tangled in a brief fight. Brandt was assessed a major for a hit to the head seconds before the scrap. He is suspended for two games. “There was a lot of different elements to the game tonight,” said Smoke Eater coach Nick Deschenes. “There was physicality and there was some adversity, and I think we responded really well. We have a pretty character group. We’re starting to dig in and not get pushed around. I like where we’re at right now, we’re
not a team of super stars but we definitely play as a five-man unit when we’re out there and we get a lot done.” Star’s goal came on the powerplay 4:25 into the third, when Mitch Stapley and Kale Howarth worked the puck to Star in the left circle and the Langley native sniped the top corner on Shortridge to give the Smokies a 4-3 lead. Scott opened the scoring when Max Newton gained possession of the puck in his own end and lifted a pass to a streaking Scott who out-raced the Vernon defender and beat Shortridge with a deke. Meanwhile, you never want Scott Conway in your neighbourhood come overtime in the BCHL. The 20-year-old centre has been clutch and then some with games on the line this year. The Basingstoke, England product was at it again Tuesday night, feeding Chris Gerrie in double overtime as the Vees upended the Vipers. Conway, who has more moves than Cirque du Soleil on the Vegas strip, went into the tilt with 10 game-winning snipes, including five in overtime. He and Gerrie moved into the Viper zone on a 2-on-1 with Gerrie beating Shortridge from the left side for his 10th of the season, 1:41 into double OT. “He (Conway) creates a lot of offence out there so you kind of just have to go to the net and put your stick on the ice and he’ll find a way to get it to you,” said Gerrie, a 19-year-old Red Deer product who has two GWGs. “I was screaming at him. I haven’t scored in a while so I wanted it pretty bad.” With just about everybody in the rink, including the West Kelowna Warriors’ coaching staff, expecting Conway to pocket the OT winner, he forced the extra sessions with a powerplay goal on a wrister from the ringette line with 2:24 remaining in regulation. Conway hustled back and lifted Hunter Zandee’s stick on a breakaway with 6:18 left in the third period. Zandee went low on Anthony Brodeur on the ensuing penalty shot for his fifth goal of the year. “We’re always close with Pen; we can’t seem to close it out,” said Viper leading scorer Tufto, an 18-year-old Minnesota product who just signed a scholarship with the NCAA Quinnipiac Bobcats in Hamden, Ct. Visit vernonmorningstar.com for full Vipers-Vees story.
The Fulton Maroons grounded the Seaton Sonics 59-18 in North Zone Senior AA Girls Basketball League play Wednesday night. Nicole Olson drained 15 points for the Maroons, while Kieanna Boomer-Jones dialed a dozen, Cayleigh Graham canned 10 and Andie Kaneda sank eight. “Our girls out re-bounded Seaton,” said Fulton coach Jessica Kirkland. “Our passing game was solid and every team member was on the score board.” The Maroons, who also have Linda Zumer on their coaching staff, have two returning Grade 12s and the remainder of the team is made up of four Grade 11s and Megan Wiebe junior call-ups. The Fulton junior girls lost 31-28 to Seaton with Paige Noakes sparking the Maroons with 15 points. Jordyn Cullum flushed 37 points as the VSS Panthers stormed the Kalamalka Lakers 98-12 in other senior girls action. Anna Rice Megan Rouault and Anna Rice each pocketed 13 points. “The girls shot the ball very well which is a good sign,” said VSS head coach Lonny Mazurak. “Megan Wiebe was a beast on the boards and on defence as her impressive stat line was 10 points, 13 rebounds and six blocks.” In senior AA boys play Tuesday night, Noah Alleyne counted 18 points and six rebounds as Fulton dispatched Seato 64-48. Caden Doyle racked up 11 points and a dozen rebounds for the Maroons, while Hunter Kreiger collected 13 points and eight boards. Ike Olson added seven points and 10 rebounds. The Fulton senior boys alumni games go Saturday with a 10 a.m. registration. “We’re expecting a really good turnout,” said longtime Maroons head coach Dale Olson. The senior AA VSS Panther boys are at the Kwantlen Park Tournament in Surrey where they faced Vancouver’s Prince of Wales and Sullivan Heights Stars of Surrey Thursday. In Grade 8 boys play, Fulton started strong with an 11-0 run and held on to down Seaton 43-20. Seaton caught fire in the second half and pulled within six points and then got within five at the beginning of the fourth quarter behind a tenacious defence. However, the Maroons scored 13 straight to finish the game behind strong offensive play from Jacob Friesen and Levi Lee. Friesen was high scorer with 13 points, 11 rebounds and five blocked shots. Lee fashioned 11 points, four assists and five rebounds. Quin Williamson chipped in with eight points and eight rebounds. “It was a rough game out there today,” said Fulton coach Johnal Lee.“It looked more like football than basketball. Seaton is tough and athletic and we know that they will continue to be a difficult team to play as the season progresses. I’m proud of my boys the way they closed out this game. It’s an ugly win, but we’ll take it.”
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The Butcher Boys Rebels took silver at the Princeton Pee Wee Rec Hockey Tournament, falling 5-1 to the Penticton Vees in Sunday’s final. Winger Paige Brayshaw popped a power play goal for the Rebels, who two hours earlier stopped the Langley Ice Hogs 3-0 in the semifinals. Dawson Twamley broke the scoreless deadlock 14:37 into the second period as he took a return pass from Cole Grevatt, cut across the high slot, and converted. With the seconds ticking down in period two, Reilly Teager fired a heavy slapper on net, and Morgan Martens cashed the rebound. Late in the third, Quinn Soon eluded three Langley checkers and whistled a wrister past the goalie’s glove. Rebel goalie Kassidy Schaper-Kotter repeatedly robbed the Hogs with her hot glove hand, stringing together 26 saves for the shutout. Teager supplied 5+2 and Ronan Bedard rang up 4+5 as Butcher Boys punished Princeton 15-3 in their opener. Grevatt and Twamley each recorded deuces, while Soon and Connor Cecchini added singles. Penticton thumped the Rebels 10-3 in Game 2. Soon, Grevatt, and Twamley had the goals. The Rebels rebounded with a 6-0 blanking of the North Okanagan Knights on goals by Martens, Bedard, Soon, Teager, Twamley, and Cecchini. Relieving the flawless Schaper-Kotter in the Vernon net, Jakob Aeichele twice stopped breakaways in the third to preserve the shutout. In their final round-robin game, Vernon toppled the Ice Hogs 6-4. Twamley scored twice in the second, on feeds from Kobe Marchand, to put the Rebels up 5-2. Langley narrowed the lead to one with a pair of third-period goals. With the Ice Hog net empty for an extra attacker, Soon hit the post from 160 feet, and Bedard finished the job. Other Rebel scorers were Grevatt, Teager, and Kayden Bowering. Soon pitched in three assists. Schaper-Kotter and Aeichele stole the show, combining for 42 saves. Game MVP awards went to Bedard, Soon, Teager, Schaper-Kotter, Twamley, and Brayshaw. The Lumby Stars lit up visiting Kamloops 5-0 in Midget Female play Saturday at Pat Duke Memorial Arena for their frst league win of the year. After three one-goal losses to Kamloops, the Stars played their best team game of the year as Josie Sexsmith earned her first-ever shutout and Payton Kineshanko, Kendra Jones and Emily Romailler provided stellar defence. Ashton Jones potted the Stars’ first goal, assisted by Haylee Gosselin. Taylor Cousins scored an unassisted goal to open the third period. Josey Nerling one-timed the third goal with assists to Gosselin and Vanessa Yaremcio. Demi Williamson added her
second of the year on another Gosselin feed. Yaremcio scored in the last minute of play with help from Kalen Webster. Coaches Chris Pryor and Ashley Tinney, facing a tough decision, compromised and went with four game stars, choosing Morgan Holland, Jones, Nerling and Sexsmith.
Snakes reach .500 The Vernon Authentic Trophy & Plaques Snakes improved to 5-5 by sweeping the Salmon Arm LISA VANDERVELDE/MORNING STAR teams in North Okanagan Midget Ollie Reid (centre) and Carter Smiley of the Vernon Rockets battle Julie McLennan of the Vernon Snipers in Tim Super League action. Hortons Novice hockey action Sunday at Nor-Val Centre in Armstrong. Tyler Semeniuk collected 2+1 as the Snakes iced Lakeside Bandits 5-1 in Bantam play Sunday night Printing Sting 5-3 Sunday night at Civic at Civic. Arena. Kaiden Parton, with a deuce, and Harison opened the offence on a beau- HOCKEY - The Okanagan Training Rink (OTR) hopes to run an Branden Lehoux also scored in front of tiful pass from Derek Pereboom. Jacob adult Christmas tournament Jan. 1-2 (Friday-Saturday) with a noon start. Cost is $500 per team; guaranteed three games. Teams a superb Jake Holland. The Sting fell to Baycroft added the second unassisted. receive a $100 gift card from Boston Pizza if registered and paid 1-7-1. Zach Manthorne converted on a feed by Wednesday, Dec. 23. Call 250-307-4110 or email: otrmike@ telus.net. Semeniuk pulled the hat trick and from Aidan Rivard to make it 3-1 after Parton counted 1+4 as the Snakes upend- two periods. ed winless Blackburn Excavating 7-5 with Sapian Joe, from a bang-bang pass a short bench Saturday night at the Shaw from Keenon Jeberg, and Harison, assisted Centre. by Elias Wery and Wyatt Gatzke, finished D-man Hayden Vardon, Lehoux and the attack. Brogan Houston added singles, while d-man Makenna Hoffman and Riley Bos each pocketed three assists. Lumby Atom Stars (sponsored by It was Hoffman’s final game until Irlybird Building Supplies and Terry Welcomes February since she leaves soon for a Automotive) got off to their usual slow Dylan Wiebe Students Without Borders school trip to start Sunday at Pat Duke Arena but a Registered Massage Therapist Panama. Colton Young solo effort got them fired to our team. Brett Lambert posted the hat trick up as they shaded Vernon Everton Ridge • Private & ICBC clients and Cole Benjaminsen had 1+2 as the Homes Hornets 8-3. • Direct billing for Blue Cross & many Corbett Office Kings shaded the Nedco Young used his silky, soft hands to other major insurance providers Gunslingers 5-4 Saturday at PV. earn a hat trick and threw in an apple for D-man Ryley Johnson scored once and four points. Jenna Maltman and Bryden Cole Bradley provided two helpers for the Murray combined for eight points on the second-place Kings (8-1). back end and Jace Catt stood tall in net in The Gunslingers (5-4-1) got deuc- an emergency call-up situation. # es from Dexter Weiten and Parker James Wraight was solid on the wing 27, 100 Kalamalka Lake Road - Alpine Centre Wadsworth. just missing on several opportunities Monday-Friday 9:0 0 a m - 6:0 0 p m The first-place Talon Benefits Thrashers with his thundering shot. Ryan James and p: 250.309.4184 • e: thrivermt@gmail.com Book online at www.thrivephysiotherapy.com tied the North Okanagan Knights 4-4 Garrett Louis were a dominant force in the Sunday in Enderby. trenches all game. Jaden Steinke, Brendan Horsfield, Nick Poirier and Adam OP 4pm y SHam - turda O 8 Roemer clicked for the Thrashers, PRurs: to Sa Ho nday while Clayton Thielman, Keaton Mo McCune, Jaxson Cummings and Liam McCail scored for the 3-5-2 This Holiday ve Sa Knights. Season At Steinke rang up 3+2 and EXECUTIVE COURSE Roemer earned 2+2 as the 2016 Green CHAMPIONSHIP COURSE Regular Green Fee Regular Green Fee Thrashers zapped Nedco 9-2 at $ $ Fee Passes 22.00 per round 68.00 per round Kal Tire Place. Alex Laurila (2), Horsfield and 10 Games SALE PRICE SALE $ d-man Layk Petersen complet00 PRICE 10 Games All 10 & 30 game passes ed the Talon offence. Maguire are transferable. Prices 30 Games $ 00 subject to tax. Sale ends Dickinson and Braydie Allan SALE $ 00 December 19th, 2015. PRICE replied for Nedco. Landen Harison scored twice Gift Certificates Available! All Apparel UPTO 60% OFF as the Interior Savings Lions 9401 Hwy 97N, Vernon, BC • www.spallumcheengolf.com upended the DCT Chambers
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The Lumby Stars uncovered gold in the Drop the Puck Pee Wee Rec Hockey Tournament in Kamloops. The Stars, sponsored by Bannister GM and Great West Equipment, defeated Penticton 4-1 in Sunday’s final of the 24-team affair. Tye Krause pocketed 3+1, while Peter Romailler opened the Lumby offence with a point blast. Lumby opened with a 9-2 win over the Valemount Wildcats. Zachary Young supplied 2+1, while Linden Catt earned 1+3 and other goals came from Mia Maltman, Ryder Quibell and Quintin O’Neill. Catt and Krause each posted 3+2 as the Stars ambushed Abbotsford 8-0 Saturday morning. Romailler and Quibell BANNISTER HONDA added singles, while “A Family Business, with Family Values ” bannisterhonda.com
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They practise together. They share camaraderie throughout the year. But on Sunday, friendships and bonds gave way to rivalry for an hour at Kal Tire Place as the two Vernon U12 Thompson Okanagan Ringette League teams faced each other for the first time this season. The league-leading Venom edged the fourth-place Storm 10-9 with the Storm scoring an apparent tying goal a split second after the final buzzer. There were five lead changes in front of a raucous crowd. Makenna Jackson opened the scoring for the Venom with a pass from Hillary Quiring, her first of two assists. The Storm evened it up a minute later with an unassisted tally by Chayse Krause. The Venom got hat tricks from Jackson, Sierra Fernley (2 assists), and Aimee Skinner (2A), with a solo marker from Sophia Bilodeau. The Storm answered with hat tricks from Krause and Rhys Taylor-Hawes, and singles from Miah Cohen, Shaila Austin, and Sierra Lochhead. The playmaking for Regis On-lin ter e Now
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Sidney Lewis of the Vernon Dragons, left, battles Cassidy Bank of the Kelowna Ice Angels in U10 ringette action Sunday at Kal Tire Place. the Storm was spread out, with additional helpers from Brooklyn Tardiff, Alecia Hughes, Chloe Scabar, and Jasmine Horton. Spectacular stops were made on both ends of the ice from the Venom’s Jordan Tung (29 saves) and the Storm’s Katrina Winstanley (20 saves). Both teams won their other weekend games against the Westside WildFire. The Venom kicked off their Sunday doubleheader with a 10-4 win. Vernon dominated the first half with seven unanswered goals. Venom sniper Jackson opened the scoring on a feed from Hillary Quiring. Within minutes, the Venom tallied markers from Quiring, Skinner, and Jackson to take a 4-0 lead. Their relentless
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attack continued with two goals from Kristen Francks with assists from Skinner and Amelia Johnson. Jackson completed the hat trick, Skinner, with two, and Francks completed the Venom scoring in the second half. The Storm took care of the WildFire 7-4 Saturday. Austin started the Storm’s attack with a shorthanded goal, set up by Krause, who scored three goals. Lochhead, TaylorHawes and Scabar also scored. Winstanley had a strong game, including a textbook save on a Westside breakaway. The Vernon Ignite fell 4-2 to Shuswap in U14 action. Alassa Johnson (2A) and Julie Francis scored for the Ignite with Mackenzie Gilman picking up two assists.
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tournament players have abandoned the strong, balanced interpretation, and the authors argue that this is a mistake, because if you are forced to open at a lower level, you give the opponents an opportunity to disrupt the auction. In this deal, West’s oneclub bid was natural but unlimited. North threw in a very weak one-diamond overcall, and despite West’s powerful one-no-trump rebid and East’s use of Stayman, East-West sold out to three spades. To make matters worse, that contract was unbeatable. South lost only one spade, two hearts and one club. At the other table, West opened two no-trump, East used Stayman, West denied
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OPEN VALLEY COWBOY CHURCH
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Sunday Dec 20 2:00 pm - A Christmas Carol Children’s Program
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MORI Yoshitaka
WEBB Al WEBB Audrey
BELEC Helene
Sept. 10, 1915 April 4, 2012
BELEC Martin
May 5, 1940 Aug. 14, 2005
Feb. 28, 1934 April 16, 2015
March 23, 1937 - Sept. 7, 2014 Your memory is a keepsake With which one never parts. God has you in His keeping; We have you in our hearts. Karl R. Janzen, Family & Friends
In Loving Memory Brad Byman
July 1, 1960 - Nov. 24, 2009 It doesn’t need a special day To bring you to my mind For days without a thought of you Are very hard to find
In Loving Memory Wesley Ian Pawliuk
SCOTT Robert (Bob)
HESKETH Bill
Dec. 25, 1950 May 19, 2006
Tree of Memories
Sept. 30, 1932 Nov. 5, 2010
Mom, Dad, Wendy, Reider, nieces & nephews, Kelly & girls & Great Grandson Chance
Nelson Copeman
BROOKS Shane
2015
In Loving Memory Valerie Shomody
Jan. 26, 1949 - Sept. 7, 2014
If we had one wish it would be to have you home for Christmas. Love is a special gift more precious than gold. Love John, Grant, Shawn
JOHNSON Barry May 2, 1935 Dec. 30, 2009
In Loving Memory Travis Plaxton
April 28,1973 - Nov. 20, 2011 I wonder… what Christmas in Heaven is like I see it now in a different light I know you are part of that glorious night I wonder… what Christmas in Heaven is like Is snow falling down on the streets of gold Do you how much we miss you so Are you singing with angels silent night I wonder… what Christmas in Heaven is like
MORGAN Michael March 25, 1987 Sept. 28, 1994
Love now, always and forever ~ Mom
KEITH Betty
In Loving Memory
April 10, 1927 Nov. 29, 2013
In Loving Memory Doug Taggart
Oct. 25,1935 - Feb. 5, 2015
PERRIER Vivian
Loving husband, father, brother and friend. “I am the master of my fate; I am the captain of my soul.” (Invictus)
December 4, 1930 Jan. 12, 2015
In Loving Memory Ellen Taggart
August 11,1919 - Sept. 24, 2004
Jan. 3,1923 - Nov. 7,2014
There is a face before us A voice we’d love to hear A smile we will always remember Of a dad we loved so dear
Just a prayer from those who love you Just a memory ever true In our hearts you will live forever Because we thought the world of you
Love all your family
In Loving Memory Peter Froneman
Jack Burgess
Beautiful memories silently kept Of one that we loved and will never foget.
We miss you and remember you with love Anna and family
May 17,1969 Feb. 8, 1985
1942 - 2011
June 25, 1921 - March 28 2009
When she had passed, it seemed like the ceasing of exquisite music. Silently one by one, in the infinite meadows of heaven Blossomed the lovely stars, the forget-me-nots of angels.
Feb. 9, 1929 - Sept. 24, 2006
Satarra Negrin
Forever in our thoughts NEGRIN FAMILY
Nov. 5, 1933 - Jan. 13, 2008
In Loving Memory
In Loving Memory
Life is eternal, and love is immortal, and death is only a horizon, and a horizon is nothing save the limit of our sight.
Dec. 28, 1948 Feb. 2, 1973
Love from your family and friends, who miss you every minute of every day.
1957-2015
Always in our hearts Never forgotten Missed beyond measure Love you
Jan. 14, 1919 Feb. 6, 2015
DREAPER Richard
In Loving Memory Gwen Mortimer
In Loving Memory Kathleen Marie Janzen
DREAPER Donald W.
Love all your family
In Loving Memory Raymond (Dick) Williment
Sept. 23, 1931 - June 23,2003 Close in our hearts you will always stay Loved and remembered every day. Love your family
Zayn and Kaiai Hallam, the youngest volunteers, label bags during Rancho Vignola’s annual Donation Day at the Armstrong warehouse Saturday. More than 40 volunteers gathered together to package hundreds of pounds of nuts, dried fruit and sweet treats for 15 food banks across B.C. and Alberta. The event featured a hot lunch and live music by Andrew Mercer, with Cod Gone Wild. From Armstrong’s Roller Derby team, volunteers Monika Adrian, coach Doug Correia and Angeline Hallam package organic apricots during Donation Day. Submitted PhotoS
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The writing’s on the wall as we get ready for the last party of 2015. After all, you only live twice, but tomorrow may never come, make that it never dies, so live and let die. Nobody does New Year’s Eve better. This year’s spectre will be an all time high, with a view to a kill. And that’s no golden eye. The Legendary Lake Monsters will perform for your eyes only, and you’ll be pointing your gold finger as the sky falls to the living daylights. Joined by the spy who loves you, you’ll need a licence to kill to die another day rather than miss this party, where indeed diamonds are forever. The world just isn’t enough. If you haven’t guessed the theme of this year’s New Year’s Eve bash at the Vernon Atrium Hotel and Conference Centre (formerly the Best Western Vernon Lodge) by now, there’s only one other way to introduce it: “Bond. James Bond.” The third annual NYE event is once again being brought to you by the hotel and the Legendary Lake Monsters, and it promises to be something out of a movie. “We wanted to do something fun, different and classy, and we knew the new James Bond movie (Spectre) was coming out, so we started talking to different people about making it happen,” said Anita Baturin, vocalist with the Legendary Lake Monsters. The band, of course, will perform some of those famous Bond tunes. “We will play tunes adherent to the theme such as Shirley Bassey’s Goldfinger and Adele’s Skyfall and other songs that work for the band,”
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as Fauqier and Salmon Arm who are interested in attending. (The Vernon Atrium is offering special room packages for those attending the event.) Guests are encouraged to dress as their favourite Bond character, whether it be a Bond girl, Miss Moneypenny, M, Q, or 007 himself. There’s also a few infamous villains to choose from: Dr. No, Auric Goldfinger, or even Jaws (that last one may be a little too scary). “Some people might want to do the alternative such as the spy from Austin Powers,” said MacDonald. Barrita Durward, of Cotton’s Chocolates, is also providing prizes for a balloon draw. Proceeds from the draw will go towards the Mexican orphanages that Durward helps build and maintain every year. “She also makes jewelry and will create six collections as part of the draw and is also donating a giant chocolate basket,” said Baturin. Everyone who enters the event will receive $1,500 play money to spend at the Casino Royale on the blackjack table and/or roulette Kevin Mitchell/Morning Star and SubMitted photo wheel. “At the end of the night, as part of the draw, The Legendary Lake Monsters, Anita Baturin (centre), Brian McMahon (clockwise from bottom people can change their cash in for tickets for left), Rod MacDonald, Paul May, Al Szeliga, Dave McDonald, Henry Piovesan, Mike Scharff, Alex the draw. Everyone will have a chance to win a Barrs and Craig Carmody, are performing for the New Year’s Eve 007 style event at the Vernon prize, ” said Baturin. Atrium Hotel and Conference Centre. The Vernon Atrium Hotel will serve a wide said Legendary band leader and bassist Rod the way, with Baturin joining the band in its selection of appetizers and desserts throughout MacDonald. second year, and her husband, Greg, along the night, while Okanagan Spirits will be makJoined by Paul May on guitar, Henry with Piovesan joining the group earlier this ing the martinis – shaken, not stirred – and Piovesan on keyboards, Greg Baturin on year. Newest addition, Scharff, from Salmon Prohibition Brewery, out of Kelowna, will sell drums, and a full horn section consisting of Al Arm, joined in September. its local craft beers. Szeliga and Dave McDonald on trumpet, Brian “We are spreading our wings with some Designing the stage in all that Bond finery McMahon on trombone, Craig Carmody on new songs such as Bruno Mars’ Uptown Funk will be local set builder Dave Brotsky, who will tenor sax, Alex Barrs on alto sax and Mike and Runaway Baby,” said Baturin. “Everyone also handle lighting on the night. Scharff on baritone sax, the 11-piece Monsters who comes to see us is moving and having a “We will also have a backdrop for our are known for getting people up to dance. good time - the music is dynamic, fluid and photo booth, where people can have their “We play some Latin, some swing tunes, changing.” picture taken with their favourite Bond,” said and a lot of dance oriented horn band music “The band has reached a real maturity in MacDonald. including rock, funk and Motown,” said what they’re doing. We’re a band that people Tickets are $65 per person and available MacDonald. will actually travel to see,” added MacDonald. at the Vernon Atrium Hotel and Conference Formed three years ago, the Legendary That’s evident with the NYE show. Centre. For more information and hotel reservaLake Monsters have made some changes along MacDonald says he’s heard from people as far tions, call 250-545-3385.
Tickets are flying for Vernon SAR’s Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour Morning Star Staff
It’s become one of the most popular holiday time events in Vernon, and those coveted tickets make a great stocking stuffer. Fans of extreme outdoor adventure tend to line up for Vernon Search and Rescue’s presentation of the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour. Previously held in November, with two shows after Christmas, this year’s 23rd annual Best of Banff screening takes place at the Performing Arts Centre Dec. 29 and 30, and tickets are already flying out of the box office. Bringing Banff to audiences around the globe, the world
tour features a selection of the best films from around the globe. This year, there are 30 films on the world tour circuit (Vernon SAR has not released which ones they will screen as of press time). They run the gamut from ice and rock climbing, trail running, sky diving, base jumping, alpine skiing, mountain biking, paddling and other adventures. (For more information visit https://www.banffcentre.ca/banff-mountain-film-festivalworld-tour). Funds from the Vernon screening go towards much needed safety and rescue equipment as well as training for the Vernon Search and Rescue volunteer unit.
According to the Vernon SAR website, the unit currently has approximately 65 volunteer members that are on call 24 hours a day through the use of pagers and an automated telephone system. Volunteers are kept busy with an average of 40 tasks annually, equivalent to an average of some 5,900 man-hours annually, excluding training and administration. Presented by National Geographic and The North Face, the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2015 starts at 7 p.m. and tickets are $25 each. As of press time, very limited tickets were available for the Dec. 29 screening, with only 20 available for the Dec. 30 show. Call the Ticket Seller box office at (250) 549-7469.
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Armed with only their creativity and the words at their fingertips, 60 budding writers participated in Okanagan College’s annual 3-Hour Short Story contest in November at the four campus locations. Four regional authors (one per campus) were named the
recipients of the $250 tuition credit prize. They included Okanagan College Vernon campus student Daniel Greene for his story Watercolours, Penticton campus student Marina Meyer for Mother, Amy Nicholson of King’s Christian School in Salmon Arm for The Legend of Mr.
Mustache, and Kelowna campus student Kirsten Kvaale with I Heard. For his tale about alcoholism, family history, and memories painted in watercolours, as recounted by a grandmother to her grandson, second-year associate of arts degree student Greene from Vernon also took home
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the overall top prize. He received an additional $250 tuition credit and will have his story published in a limited fine-print edition by the Kalamalka Press. “Even though I had prepared for the contest and had an idea of what I may want to write, it is hard in just three hours,” said 20-year-old Greene. “You really don’t have time to re-read, which actually helps the creative process. It allows your ideas to flow better and you can’t secondguess yourself.” Up against a 180-minute ticking clock, the Grade 11, 12, and Okanagan College
student authors were challenged with needing to incorporate the secret phrase “downy moustache” into their story, a phrase only revealed at the start of the contest. Faced with the fear of writers’ block (the contest does not allow any previously authored materials and no online access is available), the authors conquered their fear and made the job of the judging panel that much more difficult. “Each year it is astonishing the scope of creativity and talent we see these budding authors showcase in such a short amount of time,” said Okanagan College English professor, con-
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Daniel Green, a student at Okanagan College Vernon campus, is the overall winner of the college’s 3-Hour Short Story contest. test judge and organizer Sean Johnston. “The outlook for the already thriving writers’ community in the valley looks very promising based on all the entries we read.” In addition to Johnston, college professors and authors Corinna Chong, Francie Greenslade, Jeremy Beaulne, Steve
Weber, Shona Harrison, Jeremy Lanaway, and Hannah Calder judged the contest. All entries were anonymous, allowing the judging panel to review each story indiscriminately. The winning stories can be read online at www.okanagan. bc.ca/3hourwriting.
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It hardly takes one male to save this whale In the Heart of the Sea
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n the early 19th Two of the survivors century, whaling is of the Essex recount a major industry. their harrowing tale The oil and blubber able of survival to a young to be collected powers writer named Herman everything Melville, which that burns in inspires the clasa burgeoning sic Moby Dick. America. We say, Owen “Chris Chase (Chris Hemsworth Hemsworth), can’t act.” an enterTAYLOR: prising and It’s official and experienced unanimous, The Taylor and Howe Heart of the Sea whaler, is first mate proves it, Chris on the Essex, setting sail Hemsworth is not an from New England. actor. He’s a movie star, After being at sea sure. He’s muscled and for more than a year handsome. Put him in without finding much, some tights and give the crew come across a him a hammer to swing, large pod of whales that no problem. Perhaps in will provide more than 20 years, after he’s lived enough cargo. and learned a little, he Their hunt is interwould be able to play rupted when a whale a salty, New England larger than any ever seen sea dog, but not now. attacks their ship and Now his accent wanders renders the survivors from bad to worse, his adrift for almost three polished locks and clear months. blue eyes suit not the
you notice along the way that distract from your enjoyment. It starts with Hemsworth’s wandering English/Irish/Australian/ Boston/I- don’t-knowwhat accent, proceeds into strange dialogue that seems out of place, and ends with fake looking seas hiding a somewhat boring whale. HOWE: I don’t know if the whale was that bored. He was seen frolicking with the other whales, even to the
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seafaring man nearing 40 years of age. The fake scar doesn’t help. It’s like the ship has a quarterback. He is problem one. HOWE: But he did such a good job in Ron Howard’s last film, Rush. I agree his accent does wander all over the place, but Chase
does mention he is of Irish descent. That is why he talks with an Irishalian twang. After the first 10-to-15 minutes I had forgotten all about that tiny flaw and was engrossed in what turned out to be a fine film. There’s lots of action. There are some
tender moments and the overall look of the film was very beautiful. TAYLOR: No, the overall look of the film is a big part of problem two: The story is fine. There’s plenty of beauty and danger to be had whaling, but there are many little things that
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There are similar signposts throughout Untamed: traditional laments, tales of heartache and loneliness and down home partying (Half Broke Heart, Want It All). Refreshingly, there is no reliance on sawing fiddles or overly processed electric guitars on the album. Untamed steers clear of the condominium rock/country syndrome. There are nods to word play and clichés but the arrangements and delivery are clever, emphasizing energy, back beat and a sassy vocal. The Parton influence resurfaces on Village, a dark and urgent ballad that show cases Cam’s voice as a stand-alone feature. Untamed is a surprising sideswipe of an album with deep performance and promise and songs that tug at the imagination.
extent of doing some Sea World tricks for the camera. I don’t know what you expected the whale to do, maybe turn over, lay on his back and do the back stroke? He’s a whale – he does whaley things. – Taylor gives In the Heart of the Sea 2.5 scars parking the car at the Harvard yard out of 5. – Howe gives it 4 rather large waves out of 5.
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ART SHOWS/GALLERIES ARTSOLUTELY Vernon Community Arts Centre, 2704A Hwy 6 in Polson Park, 542-6243. Shop local this season at Artsolutely – your one-stop shop for all Christmas gifts. Featuring 25 talented local artists showing/selling work such as pottery, glass, fibre art, paintings and much more. This annual winter fundraiser is held by the Arts Council of the North Okanagan and is known for being the most vibrant artisans sale in the Okanagan. Open seven days a week right up to Christmas Eve. CHERRYVILLE ARTISANS SHOP 1187 Hwy. 6, Cherryville. The Shop is open Dec. 18 to 24 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Featuring new glass art and beads, pottery and photography and prints. Lots of great gift ideas. COURTYARd GALLERY Suite 104, 907 Belvedere St. Enderby, 778-443-0529. Not for profit artist collective features the work of more than 20 local artists. The gallery’s Christmas Little Treasures exhibition and sale of fine art and gifts continues now until Dec. 24. Gallery hours are Tuesday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. GALLERY OdIN 215 Odin Rd. Silver Star Mountain, 503-0822. Winter exhibition features painting, sculpture, stained and fused glass, scrimshaw and functional pieces by 25 renowned local and B.C. artists. Winter season hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 1 to 6 p.m. or call the gallery for an appointment. HEAdBONES GALLERY 6700 Old Kamloops Rd., 542-8987. Now open is A Flourish of Feathers, featuring the works of Crystal Przybille, with alternative takes on feathering ways by Joe Fafard, Gabriel Orozco, Allesandra Exposito, Doug Alcock, Julie Oakes, Rose Sanderson, Stephen Lee Scott and David Wilson. Exhibition runs until Jan. 16. The fifth annual Glitter and Glam show, starring The Dharma Dolls and featuring party tapas by Montreal’s Patrick Meausette, takes place Dec. 27 at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets ($25) are available at the Bean Scene. Call the gallery for info. LEAP ART SUPPLIES & GALLERY 3100A 29th Ave. Currently on display is leap’s winter show, featuring various artists. NAdINE’S FINE ART & FRAmES 3101B 31st Ave. 542-8544. Nadine’s 11th annual Christmas art show features new art by 30 local professional artists showing a variety of media and styles. VERNON PUBLIC ART GALLERY 3228-31st Ave., 545-3173. On exhibition is Exposed!, the VPAG’s annual members’ show and sale; Legends by the Kama Aboriginal Arts Creative Collective, and Self Similarity by Carolina Sanchez de Bustamante. All exhibitions run to Dec. 23. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday. THE VILLAGE GALLERY 1961 Vernon St. (Hwy. 6), Lumby. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday. The gallery is operated by the Lumby Arts Co-op which displays the work of over 20 artists from the area. The gallery displays work in a variety of media including paint, pottery, jewelry, ceramics, wood, leather and fabric.
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CARAVAN FARm THEATRE presents Bedstefader or how grandfather finally came out of the cold as its winter-sleigh ride production now until Jan. 3 (no shows on Thursdays or Christmas Day). Written by Sean Dixon and directed by Courtenay Dobbie, it follows the Danish tradition of hygge (bringing warmth and good feelings indoors) when two sisters’ act of kindness towards a man who sleeps outside all winter long brings their family closer than ever. Most sleigh rides leave at 4, 6 and 8 p.m. Book your tickets at the Ticket Seller, 250-549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca. PAUL mOORE CHRISTmAS FAVOURITES CONCERT Tenor Paul Moore invites his Kokanee Singers, Inspirati Chorale, and soloists to perform Christmas favourites from different centuries and cultures, Friday, Dec. 18 at 7 p.m. at Knox Presbyterian Church, 3701 32nd Ave, Vernon. Adults are $15, children free. Tickets are at ticketseller (250-549-7469 www.ticketseller.ca), or at the door. A mELINA mOORE CHRISTmAS ANd FRIENdS Experience the beloved, homegrown Okanagan tradition of music, magic and mistletoe, hosted by soprano Melina Moore, with special guests The Dharma Dolls, pianist Jim Leonard, Valley Vocal Arts Mini Divas, Company Junior, Company, The Regalo Octet, Justin Moore and Sun FM’s Brian Martin as Santa. Shows are Saturday, Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 20 at 2:30 p.m. at All Saints Anglican Church. Tickets are $25 general admission at Blenz Coffee (both locations) and at the door. Also Dec. 24 at Sparkling Hill Resort. Call 250-275-1556 for tickets.
EAGLES HALL 5101 25th Ave. 542-3003. Karaoke is Friday at 8 p.m. with Brenda Galbraith. ENdERBY LEGION 909 Belvedere St. Karaoke every Friday night at 7 p.m. with Jeff ’s Oakey Doakey Karaoke. PEACHWAVE 4300 27th St. Vernon, 778-475-2144. The self-serve frozen yogurt shop hosts an open mic Thursday at 6 p.m. Open to all ages. Musicians, spoken word artists, comedians welcome. TORO’S PUB 1220 Kalamalka Lake Rd, 545-7856. Karaoke is every Thursday at 8 p.m. Hosted by Anita LeBlanc.
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ARmY, NAVY, AIRFORCE CLUB 2500 - 46th Ave. 250-542-3277. Live music is every Friday from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. under the Spitfire. BOURBON STREET BAR ANd GRILL Prestige Inn, 4411 32nd St. 778-475-7224. Les Copeland (guitar and vocals) and Cameron Ward (bass) play live jazz, blues and a mixed bag of tunes every Thursday evening from 6:30 until 9:30 p.m. dORIAN’S GREEk TAVERNA 3224 30th Ave.,-558-5100. Come hear live music every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Chris Madsen plays soft rock/folk music on guitar; and every Sunday at 6:30 p.m. Ursula Fox plays jazz music on piano. THE GREEN in the Village Green Hotel, 4801 27th St. 542-3321. Noble Crew feat. members of The Bone and Hog Wild play classic party rock Friday, Dec. 18 and Saturday, Dec. 19 at 9:15 p.m. Cover charge. Bring a non-perishable item for the local food bank. LORENZO’S CAFE 901 Mabel Lake Rd. (8 km east of Enderby), 838-6700. Dec. 18 and 19, the Dan Engelland Blues Band performs with Pauline Kyllonen on vocals – think Nashville blues! Starts at 8 p.m. $10 cover. mATCH EATERY & PUBLIC HOUSE Lake City Casinos, 4900 Anderson Way, Vernon, 250-275-6046. Live music is from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. every Friday and Saturday, with a great fall lineup.
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Ballet Victoria presents the holiday favourite The Nutcracker set to the Tchaikovsky’s famous score. The show includes a few fun twists, including appearances by Frozen’s Elsa and a Minion or two, plus a candy cane hockey game. Performances take place at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Saturday, Dec. 19 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. As of press time, only a select few seats were available for both Nutcracker performances. Call the Ticket Seller box office at 250-549-SHOW (7469) as these seats are not available online.
NEW YEAR’S EVE
OkANAGAN VALLEY BIG BANd The band gives its Christmas concert with timeless favourites, polka, rockin’ numbers and more at the Schubert Centre Saturday, Dec. 19 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10 each or $60 for a table of eight, available from the Schubert Centre or the Don Miller Group at Century 21 Realty. All proceeds go to the Easter Seals Camp in Winfield. OkANAGAN SYmPHONY hosts its annual Christmas performance, featuring guest vocalist, Robert Fine performing such standards as White Christmas and The Christmas Song, Sunday, Dec. 20 at 7 p.m. Guest conducted by Dennis Colpitts. Tickets are available at the Ticket Seller, www.ticketseller.ca., 250-549-7469.
FILM BANFF mOUNTAIN FILm FESTIVAL Vernon Search and Rescue’s annual fundraiser features the best of the Banff Mountain Film Festival on its world tour. Two screenings of different films take place Dec. 29 and 30 at 7 p.m. at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre. All seats are $25, available at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca.
JAMS/KARAOKE/OPEN MICS ANCHOR INN NEIGHBOURHOOd PUB 3030 Smith Dr., Armstrong, 250-546-8210. Karaoke with Brenda is every Saturday at 8:30 p.m. ARmSTRONG LEGION 2526 Pleasant Valley Blvd. 250-546-8455. Sunday, Dec. 20 is karaoke with Brenda from 3 to 7 p.m. ARmSTRONG HOTEL The Blue Saloon, 2715 Pleasant Valley Blvd. 250-546-6642. Jams every Thursday, Friday and Saturday start at 8 p.m. Music of all styles welcome. Hosted by Rudy. No minors. BRANdING IRON PUB 3445 Okanagan St., Armstrong, (250) 546-0044. Superstar Karaoke is every Friday night at 8 p.m.
ARmSTRONG BLUE HOTEL Get on board for the New Year’s Eve Bash with live entertainment, food, rooms. Call the hotel for more info at 250-542-6642. THE GREEN in the Village Green Hotel, 4801 27th St. 542-3321. Rock out on NYE to The Young’uns. Includes balloon drop at midnight, glass of champagne, party favours and snack table. Tickets are $30 each. Special room rates available. Tickets in the pub (cash only) and the hotel front desk (credit card needed for room bookings). A JAmES BONd NEW YEAR’S EVE Dig out that tux and gown and enjoy a martini, shaken not stirred, at the James Bond New Year’s Eve party featuring live music by The Legendary Lake Monsters. The fun happens at the Vernon Atrium Hotel and Conference Centre (former Best Western Vernon Lodge). Features the Casino Royale, photo booth, appetizers, dinner and desserts, martini bar, craft beers, special room rates, and much more. Tickets are $65 (reservations accepted for tables of eight and rooms) at the hotel. Call 250-545-3385. LORENZO’S CAFE 901 Mabel Lake Rd. (8 km east of Enderby), 838-6700. It’s a happening New Year’s Eve with blues maestro Poppa Dawg and his band of blues hounds. Tickets are $50 and include music, appies, dinner, dessert, champagne at midnight, zeppelins and hats and noise makers. Plus, just like Times Square, the ball drops at midnight! Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Dinner starts about 7 p.m. and the music starts around 8:30. Reservations are recommended. A NEWFOUNdLANd NEW YEAR’S EVE Enjoy some eats and sounds from the Rock at this formal dinner and dance at Okanagan College’s Kal View room, overlooking beautiful Kalamalka Lake. The evening will feature Newfoundland cocktails, a prime rib traditional Newfoundland Jigg’s dinner and music from Vernon’s own East Coast infused band Cod Gone Wild. Also party favours, a candy buffet and champagne at midnight. Tickets for the dinner and dance are $85 each (only 150 available). Tickets for the dance only are $40 (only 40 available). Tickets are at the Ticket Seller, ticketseller.ca, 250-549-7469 Doors for dinner open at 6:30 p.m. and dance at 8:30 p.m. VERNON JAZZ CLUB 3000 - 31st St. Ring in the new year in style by dancing to the ‘70s funk, disco, soul and R&B sounds of Moni Funk. Music starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $55 (table reservations are also available). Tickets/reservations are available at www.vernonjazz.ca and the Bean Scene.
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Nov. 16: Born to Dave Bridgeman and Jennifer Connor of Vernon, B.C., a girl, 7 lbs. 15 oz., named Madeline Grace Bridgeman. A granddaughter for Darin and Tracie Mundy, Don and Rita Bridgeman, all of Vernon, Fred and Roxanne Conner of Lavington. A great-grandson for Pearl Hormann of Vernon. Nov. 18: Born to Tasha and Blaine Jones of Enderby, a girl, 8 lbs. 9 oz., named Katiri Aldora. A sister for Kyran, 1. A granddaughter for Val and Glen Johnstone of Armstrong, B.C.; Colleen and Al Jones of Vernon, B.C. A great-granddaughter for New Additions Bea Whitaker of Armstrong, Pauline Jones of Chase, B.C. Nov. 19: Born to Anthony and Chelsea Mostardi of Vernon, a girl, 8 lbs. 5 oz., named Talia Paula. A granddaughter for Ken and Paula Davison of Lake Country, B.C.; Pat Mostardi and Aaron St. John of Vernon, B.C.; Tom and Vanessa Mostardi of Lake Country. A great-granddaughter for Barb Davison, Roberta Elliott, both of Kelowna, B.C.; Steve and Judy Mostardi of Vancouver, B.C.; Gretchen Mostardi of North Vancouver, B.C. Nov. 21: Born to Brandon and Heather Mason of Armstrong, a girl, 7 lbs. 7 oz., named Katelyn Joan. A sister for Cassidy, 3. A granddaughter for Sharon and Alistair Bain of Armstrong, B.C.; Tammie and Ian Mason of Quesnel, B.C. A greatgranddaughter for Larry Mason of Kelowna, B.C.; Charlie Catt of Lumby, B.C.; Marion Gamble of Quesnel. Nov. 24: Born to Andrew Breault and Janelle Smithson of Vernon, a girl, 7 lbs. 1 oz., named Parker Anne Breault. A sister for Avery Breault, 22 months. A granddaughter for Bernie and Dianne Smithson, Sue Breault, all of Vernon, B.C.; Paul Breault of Kamloops, B.C. A great-granddaughter for Theresia Breault of London, Ont. Dec. 2: Born to Brendan and Jenelle Desilets of Lumby, a boy, 7 lbs. 15 oz., named Mason John.
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Members of the North Okanagan Branch Early Childhood Educators of B.C. with food donated at childcare centres in Vernon for infants and toddlers and given to the Salvation Army Food Bank: Courtney deJong (left), Shawna Poitras, Leann Maveety, Leola McMillan, Jean-Curtis Plant with the Salvation Army, Sylvie Fersch, and Rachael Lamont , also with the Salvation Army. “As food security is such a huge issue for families in our community, our branch puts together a team to help with the Realtors’ Food Drive,” said Poitras, chair of the branch. “We are now looking to contribute throughout the year to help some of our youngest citizens.” The Salvation Army has seen an increase in need, with an average of 635 adults and 305 children accessing food every month through the food bank. There is a daily need for infant and toddler items and those collected by ECEBC will be distributed immediately at their Mom and Tots program.
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upper room mission boutique Pre-Christmas Blowout Sale! Don’t miss our last storewide 50 per cent off sale of 2015. All women’s, men’s and children’s clothing, linens, housewares, electronics, books and Christmas décor 50 per cent off Dec. 18 to 19. Please note: red dot items are not included in the sale. dance: enderby seniors complex Dec. 18 from 2 to 4 p.m. Enjoy the music of The Wildwood Band. Good music, snacks and company. Only $5 for two hours of fun. Everyone welcome. festive friday at vernon public art gallery Dec. 18, all day, browse the Gallery Shop and current exhibitions and enjoy complimentary hot chocolate and candy canes! Stop by on your lunch break or while you are out and about downtown the vernon farmers market presents The Vernon Indoor Farmers Market, Kal Tire Place, 3445-43rd Ave., on select Fridays from noon to 4 p.m. Dec. 18. Come visit all your favourite regular vendors all winter long. Stock up with local apples, potatoes, squash, carrots, gourmet cheeses, delicious baking, preserves, eggs, apple juice, meat and 1,000’s of handcrafted gift items. Tons of free, easy parking, ATM on site. family fun fridays: armstrong library Every Friday until Dec. 18, the library will host free activities for all ages from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Each week the library will feature a craft or hobby, plus board games and Lego club for children, so everyone in the community can drop by to learn something new and have fun. north okanagan & local first nation communities Free program: legal advocate can provide low-income men and women with info. on their welfare rights and tenant rights and benefits. Legal advocate can represent you with the ministry in your denial of welfare rights/benefits or designation as a person with a disability. Legal advocate can appeal your denial of Canada Pension Plan Disability, EI or Old Age Security. Legal advocate can advocate with you regarding your landlord disputes and represent you at a residential tenancy hearing. Legal advocate will look at law/policy and draft legal appeals on your behalf. Calls returned in 12 to 24 hours and immediate assistance for evictions. Legal advocate does not give legal advice. Drop-in clinic Wednesdays 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Info., legal advocate Jody Leon, BSW, LLB, Vernon Women’s Transition House Society, #102-3301 24th Ave. Call 250-542-3555, ext. 209; fax 236-426-2497. food addicts in recovery (fa) is a 12-step program. No dues, no weigh-in. The only requirement is a desire to stop eating addictively. For more information, call Sylvia at 250-548-3346 or Kathy at 250-558-5989 or email vernonfa123@gmail.com canadian citizenship study classes Recent changes to the Citizenship Act mean citizenship applications could take less than 12 months to process. If you have made application for Canadian citizenship and you need help to study in preparation for the test, please join Vernon & District Immigrant Services Society for free study sessions. Info., 250-542-4177. the kokanee singers The Kokanee Singers is a communitybased choir under the direction of Paul Moore. The goal of the choir is to give singers at all levels experience with four part harmony singing, vocal technique and public performance. Choir sessions run all year with a performance or recital usually held at the end of each session. If you are interested in participating, please contact Paul at pdmoore@shaw.ca for information on rates, session start dates and general information on the music done by the choir. fung loy kok taoist tai chi Join a class anytime and learn how Taoist Tai Chi can lift your spirit and improve your health. For info. and classes available at our centre in Vernon and throughout the Okanagan call us at 1-888-824-2442, 250-542-1822, e-mail southerninterior@taoist.org. Visit us at www.taoist.org. floor curling at the halina seniors centre Every Friday from 1 - 3 p.m. at the centre, located behind the Rec Centre at 3310-37 Ave. Everyone 50+ welcome! Come on out and learn a new activity. For further info., call: 250-542-2877. the schubert centre Many activities for seniors and any other age group wishing to participate, including exercise classes, dancing, sight seeing tours around several areas, tai chi, floor curling, several different card games, and much more. The centre is open Mon. through Sat. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. with the office hours being the same. Thrift store open daily Mon. through Fri. with posted
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hristmas is a joyful time of year for many people, filled with family, friends and celebrations. But for some, that joy can highlight the losses they are experiencing — the loss of a loved one, a broken relationship, loss of employment, loss of health, loneliness, to name a few. For them, the holiday season can bring sorrow and pain. Blue Christmas is a time for those who enter the Christmas season facing loss, loneliness and brokenness, taking place Saturday, Dec. 19 at Morning Star file photo 2:30 p.m. at Trinity United Church, 3300 Rev. Bob Thompson holds Blue Christmas at Trinity United Church Dec .19. Alexis Park Dr. The service is open to anyone experiencing loss at this time of year. The brief worship service includes prayers, readings and music to help people remember that they are not alone and that even in brokenness and pain, we can find glimmers of light in our darkness and rays of hope for the future. The service is followed by a short reception in the church hall. hours on the door. Every Friday we have Happy Hour to live music hiv/aids support & information If you are one of the 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Info., 250-549-4201. many in the North Okanagan who is affected or effected by HIV/ army, navy, airforce unit #5 ladies auxiliary AIDS and in need of confidential information, support and/or catering Call 250-558-5020 for your catering needs at the advocacy, call Sharon at NOYFSS, 250-545-3572. ANAF Hall: weddings, graduation, family reunions, banquets. substance affected group Vernon Mental Health and the lumby handyman service available for seniors and Addictions offers a group for individuals experiencing a loved one those with disabilities in an effort to help them stay in their home struggling with a substance misuse issue. Learn about the comas long as possible. Jobs could range from fixing a leaking roof, plex issues of substance misuse/addiction, while increasing your add a railing, repair steps, doors, windows, etc. Free estimate call capacity to support an individual struggling with substance misuse Dawn at 250-547-8866. issues, without enabling their behaviour. To register, please contact the road home rescue & safekeeping society is a Vernon Mental Health and Addictions at 250-549-5737. charitable organization that assists animals and their owners in b.c. interior horse rescue society Our mission is to times of emergencies. We are in urgent need of short-term foster rescue, protect, help and prevent the abuse of horses. For more homes for animals coming into our care. For more info., see www. information about membership or volunteering, call 250-260-5344 theroadhome.ca or call 240-306-1221. or see www.bcihrs.com yoga in the chair class (and breathing exercises) Weight and see drop-in program Weekly program Requires no mat, gentle, primary level with a focus on increasing Fridays 10 a.m. - noon for families, Vernon Health Centre, 1440energy, mobility, range of motion and overall flexibility. Every 14th Ave., with babies aged 10 days to two months old. Public Friday 10 to 11 a.m. at the Schubert Centre. Great for seniors, great health nurses weigh and assess babies, provide breastfeeding and for anyone with limited mobility, safe and therapeutic. Returns the parenting support, and make referrals to community partners, as body, mind and spirit to balance and overall wellbeing. Everyone necessary. Info. available on topics such as: feeding issues, immuwelcome. For more information, please contact Melissa at bluee- nizations, safety, adjustment to parenthood, family planning, comagleyoga@shaw.ca or visit blueeagleyoga.com munity resources and smoking cessation. For more information, for that furniture you no longer have room for call 250-549-5721. Call Gleaners used furniture store at 250-549-1123. Gleaners mood disorders support group Meets Fridays at 2:30 accepts donations of used furniture and working appliances. Drop p.m. at Peer Outreach Centre, 3100-28th Ave. Family, friends and off to 4405-29th St. or arrange for pick-up. caregivers welcome. For information call Patricia, 558-6900 or the afternoon darts at the anaf Every Friday, Grandma Peer Support Office at 542-6155. joins Grandpa for casual friendly darts “Under the Spitfire,” beginning at 1 p.m. Everyone welcome. ANAF Unit 5, 2500 – 46 Ave. Call friendly bar staff at 250-542-3277 for more 4144 Spallumcheen Way Tel: 250-546-3013 information. Spallumcheen, BC Fax: 250-546-8878 Toll Free: 1-866-546-3013 clay studio drop-in Vernon Community V0E 1B6 Arts Centre. Open for members only when the studio is not in use by a class. Interested in Email: mail@spallumcheentwp.bc.ca Website: www.spallumcheentwp.bc.ca learning about clay? Check out our classes, $5/ session, multi-use passes also available; info. at 250-542-6243. The Township of Spallumcheen Business Licence and Regulation vernon community arts centre Bylaw No. 1877, 2014 requires all businesses operating or based within Painting and Drawing Drop-in Fridays any time the boundaries of the Township of Spallumcheen to obtain a business between 9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. and Tuesdays licence. Current businesses that have been operating with a license 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Explore your creative require payment of their invoice and posting of their 2016 Business side in a fun and encouraging environment. License by January 31, 2016. Bring your own supplies and meet new friends Applications for Business Licences are available at the Municipal and artists; $3 members/$4 non members. Call Office or online at www.spallumcheentwp.bc.ca. The application fee 542-6243 or visit vernonarts.ca for more info. is $100.00. Once the application has been received and the required infant massage At the Aboriginal Infant inspections have been authorized, a Business Licence will be issued for and Early Childhood Development Centre. For an annual fee of $30.00. Businesses requiring fire inspections will be more info., call Connie at 250-542-7578. charged $100.00 annually.
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The Don Miller Group, Century 21 Executives Realty. Tickets $10 per person or eight for $60, available at the door, Schubert Centre saturday soup kitchen A place will be set especially for and The Don Miller Group. Please bring donation for food bank. you at the last Saturday Soup Kitchen of the year. All in need are nature WaLk Dec. 19 at 9 a.m., join the North Okanagan invited to a festive feast between 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. on Dec. Naturalists’ Club on the BX Creek North Trail. Trail follows BX 19 at All Saints’ Anglican Church on 27th Street. Local singer- Creek from 48th Ave. to Hwy 97. Meet at end of 20th St., behind songwriter Carolyn Anele will be performing and perhaps Santa’s Rona. Info., Harold at 250-503-2388. Optional coffee stop after. elves will appear. The meal is generously sponsored by the Vernon famiLy saturday at the Vernon pubLic art GaLLery Power Pioneers, the local employees of Shaw Cable and by indi- Jack Pine Collage Inspired by Tom Thompson, Dec. 19 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. This month, learn how to create a collage inspired by the viduals within the community. christmas bazaar fundraiser Okanagan Humane famous artist Tom Thompson. We will use paint and different mateSociety’s annual event until Dec. 23, The Shops at Polson Park, rials such as wool and natural fibres to create a collaged holiday 2306 Hwy. 6, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day the mall is open. inspired version of Tom Thompson’s Jack Pine painting. Parents Glassware, jewelry, ornaments, pictures, dolls, linens, clothes, are encouraged to participate, all materials are supplied. Suggested household items, pet supplies, large assortment of Christmas trees, ages 5+. Cost is $5 for members and $7 for non-members. wreaths and all the decorations you want, at modest prices. Support keLoWna sinGLes cLub dance Dec. 19 at Rutland Centennial our silent auctions and buy a ticket on a sleighful of goodies, Hall (Kelowna). Doors open 6:30 p.m., dance 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. including a turkey. Purchase 2016 calendar and enter to win door Live band: Bob King. Bar and snacks available. Dress code: no prize. All proceeds go to care of abandoned and neglected cats and sweatpants, running shoes or ball caps. Members, $10; non-memkittens. Info., Hazel at 250-542-1607 or Louvain at 250-548-9293. bers, $13. Memberships, $15. For more info., please call 250-763dance the niGht aWay: okanaGan VaLLey biG band 6738. Our dances are open to everyone. Invite your friends, too. Dec. 19, Schubert Centre, 3505-30th Ave. Doors open 7:30 p.m., fiLL a baG for a toonie This week at the Mission Dollar bin dance 8 to 11. Cash bar, door prizes. All proceeds to send a local Thrift Store. We’re jam-packed with clothing, footwear, etc. for the special needs child to Easter Seals’ Camp Winfield. Sponsors: entire family. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 9 til 5ish at 300834th St. Help us help those less fortunate right here in the Vernon area. All proceeds go directly to the Upper Room Mission, which serves more than 300 meals a day to those in need. Thank you for your donations and support. trinity drums is a drum circle that meets the third Sunday of each month from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at Trinity United Church (3300 Alexis Park Dr., in Vernon). All ability levels are welcome. In our Wed, December 30th edition of The Morning Star we will celebrate the babies born in 2015. No drumming experience is necessary, just a desire to come together and connect with the Don’t miss your chance to share your excitement beat and rhythms. Some drums are provided; by announcing the arrival of a new member of your family! however, please bring a drum if you have one. No fee is charged, but a donation will be incl. tax taken. 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The Knitting Circle meets every Saturday 10 a.m. to noon at the Vernon library Submit the complete order form along with a clear photo community room. These drop-in sessions are for to be received by Monday, December 21st at 4pm all knitters of all experience levels. Bring along Mail or drop off to 4407 - 25th Ave. V1T 1P5 or yarn and needles and a project you are working email to classifieds@vernonmorningstar.com on. Knitting gurus Allison Griswold and Janet Armstrong will help you get started or over the hurdles. Free of charge. Pick up a coffee from Blenz across the street and join us.
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the Vernon moy styLe tai chi & Lok hup actiVity Group Class at the Schubert Centre every Saturday of the month at 9 a.m. with a 30-minute warm up session, followed by the Tai Chi continuing class promptly at 9:30 a.m. The Lok Hup class is 10:45 a.m. to noon. Practice class Wednesdays at 3 p.m. Anyone who has practised Tai Chi is very welcome to join us for any of these,with a separate economical fee structure for each class. Lok Hup with its founding in the ninth century is known for being the optimum regime to achieve and maintain health with relaxation of body and mind. For further information, call 250-545-7410. the schubert centre has a fuLLy stocked Library Everyone is welcome to bring their gently used books and please feel free to borrow any that appeal to you. The hours are the same as the centre, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. And it’s free. book Warehouse is open every Wednesday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon at the Alpine Centre, #35, 100 Kalamalka Lake Rd., top row by the railway tracks. The Vernon Book Volunteers Society operates the warehouse and carries thousands of good quality books at very reasonable prices, plus DVDs, CDs, audio books, magazines, puzzles, games, etc. All proceeds go to Special Olympics and other local charities on a 50/50 basis. Book donations always welcome, and can be dropped off Wednesday or Saturday mornings. Please call Lesley at 250-275-2676 for info. branch 189 royaL canadian LeGion meat draW every Saturday at 2 p.m. the anaf hoLds meat draW Every Saturday starting 2:30 p.m., in the Spitfire Grill. Lunch and appy specials available. ANAF Unit 5, is at 2500 – 46th Ave., “Under the Spitfire.” meat raffLe at the Lumby LeGion Every Saturday from 3 to 5 p.m. the north okanaGan dupLicate bridGe cLub meets Saturdays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 12:45 p.m., Halina Centre. All bridge players welcome. For more information, see www. vernonbridge.com aa meetinGs on saturdays (X), closed meeting, noon at VTC, 2810-48 Ave. (H) Open meeting 7 p.m., at Vernon Jubilee Hospital Education room basement, 2101-32 Street, Vernon. Meeting, closed, 8 p.m. (H) at Anglican Church, 3205-27th St., enter off 26th St. Meeting, Monday to Sunday 7 a.m., 3204 Alexis Park Dr.; open meeting and handicap accessible. Open meeting, 3204 Alexis Park Dr. Vernon (H), 5 p.m. daily. (H) Handicap access. (X) No access. Info., 250-545-4933. the Vernon jubiLee hospitaL Gift shop is all decked out for Christmas. Check us out. There’s something for everyone. Lots of bling and stuffies that sing. Stocking stuffers, Christmas ornaments and decorations A great selection of ponchos, scarves, gloves and purses. Cozy hand knits. Unique Christmas crafts. Gifts for babies and gentlemen, too. Lovely floral arrangements. You are sure to find just the right thing. dancinG christmas LiGhts dispLay Voila Hair Studio & Spa’s third annual light-up event. Stroll along the walking pathway, open 5:30 to 8 p.m. every night, and experience the magic of Christmas throughout the holiday season. The light show starts 5 p.m. and runs hourly until the last show at 9 p.m. Enjoy the pathway lights, hot apple cider, the artificial Christmas tree forest and a fire to warm up by and of course donations of cash or non-perishable food items for the Vernon Women’s Transition House Society are being accepted. Voila is at 4105 Pleasant Valley Rd., Vernon.
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ON NOW AT YOUR BC GMC DEALERS. BCGMCDealers.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. GMC is a brand of General Motors of Canada. Offers apply to the finance of a 2015 Sierra 2500HD/3500HD, Sierra 1500 Double Cab 2WD 1SA, Terrain SLE-1 AWD. License, insurance, registration, administration fees, dealer fees, PPSA and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC GMC Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer trade may be required. * No purchase necessary. Open to Canadian residents with a valid driver’s licence who have reached the age of majority in their province of residence. Contest closes January 4, 2016. Credit Awards up to $10,000 include applicable taxes and must be applied to the purchase or lease of a new 2015 or 2016 MY GMC vehicle delivered on or before January 4, 2016. Thirty Vehicle Awards available to be won, each consisting of winner’s choice of a vehicle with an MSRP of $35,000 CAD or less. The customer is responsible for any other taxes, license, insurance, registration, or other fees. Vehicle Awards are not transferable and no cash substitutes are permitted. Not all awards have the same odds of winning. For full rules and program details, visit your GM dealer or gm.ca. Correct answer to mathematical skill-testing question required. See your GM dealer or gm.ca for full contest rules and program details. ^ Offer available to qualified retail customers in Canada for vehicles delivered between December 4th, 2015 and January 4th, 2016. 0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by TD Auto Finance Services, Scotiabank® or RBC Royal Bank for 84 months on select new or demonstrator 2015 GMC vehicles excluding Yukon, Yukon XL, Sierra 2500 HD Diesel, Savana, Canyon 2SA and Canyon 4x4. Participating lenders are subject to change. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $45,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $535.71 for 84 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $45,000. Offer is unconditionally interest-free. Freight, air tax ($100, if applicable) included. License, insurance, registration, PPSA/movable property registry fees, applicable taxes and dealer fees not included. Dealers may sell for less. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. GM Canada may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ®Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia. RBC and Royal Bank are registered trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada. † $12,000 is a combined total credit consisting of a $11,000 Cash Credit (tax exclusive) available on 2015 GMC Sierra HD Gas models (excluding HD Gas Double Cab 1SA 4x2), $1,000 Connect & Win Bonus (tax inclusive), which is available for cash purchases only and cannot be combined with special lease and finance rates. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this $11,000 credit, which will result in higher effective interest rates. Discounts vary by model. †† $10,380 is a combined total credit consisting of a $3,000 manufacturer-to-dealer delivery credit (tax exclusive) $5,195 Cash Credit (tax exclusive) available on 2015 GMC Sierra Double Cab 1SA 4WD models, $1,000 Owner Cash (tax inclusive), $750 manufacturer-to-dealer Elevation Package Discount Credit (tax exclusive) for 2015 Sierra 1SA Elevation Edition with 5.3L Engine and a $435 manufacturer-to-dealer cash credit (tax exclusive) on any 2015 GMC Sierra Elevation double cab all-wheel drive with a 5.3L engine, which is available for cash purchases only and cannot be combined with special lease and finance rates. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this $5,630 credit, which will result in higher effective interest rates. Discounts vary by model. ‡‡ 5,000/2,000 is a combined credit consisting of a $1,000 Connect & Win Bonus (tax inclusive), a $3,000 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit (tax exclusive) for 2015 Sierra Light Duty Double Cab and a $1,000/$1,000 manufacturer to dealer finance cash (tax exclusive) for a 2015 Sierra 1500/Terrain, which is available for finance offers only and cannot be combined with special lease rates and cash purchase. ‡ $5,700 is a combined total credit consisting of $1,000 Connect & Win Bonus (tax inclusive), $500 Holiday bonus (tax inclusive), and a $4,200 manufacturer to dealer cash credit (tax exclusive) for a 2015 Terrain SLE-1 FWD, which is available for cash purchases only and cannot be combined with special lease and finance rates. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this $4,200 credit which will result in higher effective interest rates. Discounts vary by model and cash credit excludes Terrain SLE-1 AWD. ** Offer available to retail customers in Canada only on new 2015 & 2016 GMC Terrain delivered between December 11, 2015 and January 4, 2016. $500 Holiday Bonus includes HST/GST/QST/PST as applicable by province. Limited time offers, which may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. GM Canada may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. See dealer for details.
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Dash cams at top of motorist gift lists filled with techno gadgets Santa will doubtless be dashing about delivering dash cams by the dozen, as they are top of many gift wish lists this year. Most people see the onboard cameras, which continuously record the driver’s view of the road through the windshield, as a great way of gathering video evidence in the event of a collision. Internet websites featuring often hair-raising video of dramatic crashes are drawing viewers in their millions. Thousands of eyewitness videos featuring car crashes, narrow escapes, and even staged crashes designed to commit insurance fraud have been uploaded to YouTube, Facebook, Twitter and dash cam dedicated websites. The cheapest units start from as little as $30 but as is always the case with technology, you only get what you pay for. Testing by the Driveway team shows that for less than $100, you can get a serviceable camera for your car. However, if you want to install a more sophisticated version that records such information as date/time, speed, G-forces and location then get ready to spend more than $200. Yours truly bought a BlackVue DR3500-Full HD system, which retails for more than $400. I would recommend it for commercial fleets and people like me who want to record trips for
editing into vacation videos or, in my case, test car MP3 players through USB ports. Even late models may video reports. only have one USB plug in. Rick Francouer, president of 360 Fabrication in AbbotsRocketek Canada is one of many brands now selling ford, customized mine for easy and quick installation high output adaptors that use cigarette lighter in different test vehicles. He recommends that no slots to supply power to devices such as GPS Navimatter what the unit costs professional installation is gation unit. For under $20, it plugs into the lighter advisable to ensure it doesn’t fail when you need it. slot and duplicates it, providing two slots for devices “We’ve seen a dramatic increase in the number of to draw direct power plus two additional USB slots. people, of all ages and all walks of life, installing I’ve used mine around the world with great success, systems, and the reason is simple, there enabling me to run mobile navigation are so many acts of stupidity on the road devices and play my iPod through every day, protecting yourself with a viaudio systems via the Auxiliary Input sual record of your good driving habits is point. important in disputes with other drivers Factory installed navigation systems or your insurance agency. can add thousands to your new car’s “We have dozens of clients who have sticker price. Your local electronics made a $300 investment that’s paid tens warehouse of choice will put you on of thousands in dividends when they are the road with a guidance unit for less able to prove innocence in a disputed Internet websites than $200. accident. In many jurisdictions, visual eviTwo more ideas. There are no shortage dence is preferable to spoken testimony.” featuring often of books for auto enthusiasts but ICBC spokesman Joanna Linsangan hair-raising video if you are looking for a fun read try admits dash cams provide useful inforof dramatic crashes Driven Mind by Garry Sowerby, who mation but cautions drivers do not to rely along with his wife Lisa Calvi occatoo much on footage as it’s not admissi- are drawing viewers sionally appears in these pages. Garry in their millions. ble as evidence in court. is an ‘adventure driver’ and his book “We will take a look at anything that records 50 great stories about his road Keith Morgan drivers can provide in evidence and every trips around the world (Published by once a while we do see dash cam footOdyssey International ISBN 978-0-9733358-1-1 at $20 age. But this technology is susceptible to manipulation - http://adventuredrive.ca/drivenmind). and provides only a narrow view.” Finally, driving shoes. Yes, there is such a thing and A written report on such things as weather conditions I have three pairs. Watch for a more detailed analysis and all circumstances are still extremely important of their value to everyday drivers in the New Year but when filing a claim. check out these beauties now. Piloti has a large range While looking at dashcams we came across some selling for around $150 but these Luxury Mille shoes other techno gadgets in demand which last minute are to die for at $400 a pair! gift shoppers might want to consider. Older cars are keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca rarely designed to power today’s smart phones and
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Boogie on down with the Nissan LEAF fifth birthday playlist By Keith Morgan
Nissan has launched a Spotify playlist specially curated by LEAF fans around the world in celebration of the fifth anniversary of the delivery of the world’s first all-electric Nissan LEAF.
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Helga Sass It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Helga Gisela Sass (nee Grapentin) at Kamloops Hospice House on Sunday, December 13th, 2015 at the age of 71 years old. She passed away peacefully with her daughters by her side. Helga was born on August 2, 1944 in Schwerin, East Germany. She came from a big family and had 8 older brothers and sisters. Helga came to Canada in October of 1952 at the age of 8 years old. She was reunited with her family and lived in Kelowna, BC. In 1970, Helga married Art Sass and started her new life in Vernon, BC. Helga will be lovingly remembered by her two daughters: Christy (Dave) Nikkel and Cindy (Kent) Neufeld. She also leaves behind four grandchildren who will dearly miss their Oma: Ben Neufeld, Abby Nikkel, Paige Neufeld and Ally Nikkel. Also saddened by her passing are her remaining siblings, Hilde Mindt and Friedel (Klaus) Albrecht. She also leaves behind a forever friend of 50 years Gisela (Otto) Korsch. On behalf of the family, we would like to express sincere gratitude to Dr. Pritchett and all the staff at Kamloops Hospice House who cared for Mom with such love and respect. No words can express how much we appreciated all of the hugs and support you provided over the past few weeks. How you cared for Mom will never be forgotten. A memorial service will be held at 1:00pm on Monday, December 21, 2015 at Vernon Alliance Church with Pastor Len Mittelstaedt officiating. In lieu of flowers, those family and friends wishing to make memorial contributions in memory of Helga may do so to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice Home, 72 Whiteshield Crescent South, Kamloops, BC, V2E 2S9. Phone: 250-372-1336. www.kamloopshospice.com
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1930 - 2015 Robert Roy passed away on December 15, 2015 surrounded by his family. Bob was born in Black Diamond, Alberta on February 25, 1930. His family soon moved to Dollard, Saskatchewan, a community founded by his grandfather. He was raised in Dollard and moved to BC in 1949. In 1957, Bob married his beloved wife, Brenda. Bob and Brenda had three children and eventually called Vernon home after being transferred there in 1976 when employed by the Workers’ Compensation Board. Bob was an avid golfer and bridge player, playing with the Vernon Bridge Club for almost 40 years. Bob was predeceased by his wife, Brenda in 2005. He is survived by his three children: Julie (Al) Pisch, Suzanne (Sid) Seufert and Robert Roy Jr. He is also survived by five grandchildren, two greatgrandchildren and three beloved grand-puppies. In respecting Bob’s wishes, there will be no funeral service, however, a Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, December 22, 2015 at the Sandpiper Clubhouse 1220 - 25th Avenue, between 2:00 and 5:00 pm. Parking available outside the Complex Gates on 25th Avenue. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Bob’s memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Cancer Society or We’re at theCanadian heart of things™ Vernon SPCA.
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1930 - 2015 Robert Roy passed away on December 15, 2015 surrounded by his family. Bob was born in Black Diamond, Alberta on February 25, 1930. His family soon moved to Dollard, Saskatchewan, a community founded by his grandfather. He was raised in Dollard and moved to BC in 1949. In 1957, Bob married his beloved wife, Brenda. Bob and Brenda had three children and eventually called Vernon home after being transferred there in 1976 when employed by the Workers’ Compensation Board. Bob was an avid golfer and bridge player, playing with the Vernon Bridge Club for almost 40 years. Bob was predeceased by his wife, Brenda in 2005. He is survived by his three children: Julie (Al) Pisch, Suzanne (Sid) Seufert and Robert Roy Jr. He is also survived by five grandchildren, two greatgrandchildren and three beloved grand-puppies. In respecting Bob’s wishes, there will be no funeral service, however, a Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, December 22, 2015 at the Sandpiper Clubhouse 1220 - 25th Avenue, between 2:00 and 5:00 pm. Parking available outside the Complex emaildonations Gates onCall 25th250.550.7900 Avenue. In lieu ofor flowers may be made in Bob’s memory to the Heart and classifieds@vernonmorningstar.com Stroke Foundation, Canadian Cancer Society or to place an obituary Vernon SPCA.
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Margaret Elizabeth McReynolds was born on February 14th, 1922 in Merrickville, Ontario, one of seven children born to Nathaniel Allen and Ida Elizabeth (nee Boyd) Broderick. She passed away peacefully in her daughter’s arms on December 12th, 2015 in the Vernon Jubilee Hospital at the age of 93 years. Margaret will be lovingly remembered by her daughter and son-in-law, Betty Anne and Dan Presseau of Digby, Nova Scotia; two grandchildren, Keith Presseau and Kathleen (James) Edgett; two great-grandchildren, Kyla and Matthew; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Morgan; ¿ve sisters, Helen Jamieson, Marion Kenderick, Shirley Broderick, Ella Nicholson and Lou Kulp; and one brother, Keith Broderick. In respecting Margaret’s wishes, she was cremated and there will be a private service held at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, those who wish to do so may send donations in memory of Margaret to the Vernon & District BC SPCA, 4800 Haney Road, Vernon, B.C. V1H 1P6 or the Vernon Jubilee Hospital Foundation, 2101 - 32nd Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 5L2. “She was quite a lady!” Cremation arrangements were made with BETHEL FUNERAL CHAPEL LTD., 5605-27th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 8=5 250-542-1187
In Memoriam Harriet E. Paulley Apr. 24, 1933 - Dec. 17, 2004
The loneliness without you, The ache deep in our hearts; We’ve nothing left but memories, With them we’ll never part. You are in our daily thoughts, and loved forever, till we meet again. Your loving husband Ken, son Jim, daughter Marsha, five grandchildren, brothers Harold, Howard, and Wes
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Christmas Season Savings selected used rifles/shotguns. Quality Firearms Buy & Sell. Weber & Markin Gunsmiths The Best Little Gunshop Around 4-1691 Powick Rd Kel 250-762-7575 Tue-Sat 10-6 facebook.com/WeberMarkin
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4x8 3/4” slate pool table w/acc.,$1250 firm. Coleman mantel electric F/P. $150. Oak reception desk & 3 chairs. $400.1 (250)542-6261. Collectors Singer Featherweight Sewing Machine.$400 Call for info (250)545-6101 Retro Mink fur jacket with white soft leather trim & belt. $200.obo (778)443-4450. WANTED: Good used furniture, beds & appliances. Phone Furniture Emporium, 250-545-0240
Misc. Wanted COLLECTOR BUYING coin collections, Royal Canadian Mint coins, US Mint coins, silver coins, antique coins, old money, antique silver & gold Todd - 250-864-3521 Local Private Collector buying silver coins & related items. Page Louis pg1-888-232-1561 Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins, Estates Jewelry+ Chad: 1-250-863-3082 Local.
Sporting Goods
Senior Assisted Living
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Business for Sale 18 Location Vending Machine route in Vernon. Machines included, inventory & locks not included. Great return! $22,500 250-938-0829
Homes Wanted Church is looking for a property to rent or buy to be used for a drug rehabilitation center. (250)307-8858.
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If you are interested in a Safe, Care free & High return real estate rental investment then look no further. I HAVE 2 SUCH PROPERTIES AVAILABLE NOW.
100 seat hall, ample parking, practical rates, St. Josaphat’s Ukrainian Catholic Church 2210-40 the Ave, For info call 250-549-1327.
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Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent Willow Manor 50+ Building One/Two bedroom apartments available. $750 - $875 per month Contact Delaney Properties
Spacious 1 bedroom 1 bath available now behind Village Green Hotel. 40+, laundry hookups and storage. Pet friendly. $750 + Hydro. 1 Year Lease, 13th month free. Please call
RE-MANUFACTURED ENGINES 2 Year, 60,000 km, Warranty. 250-542-2685. WRECKING GM, Honda Civic, FWD CARS, Since 1994. All parts on the shelf. Armstrong. 250-546-9055. www.anchorusedautoparts.net
Cars - Domestic 2005 Chevy Malibu, auto, 4 door, good condition. $1600 obo. (250)540-2299 2009 Chevy Aveo Blue/purple, auto, 64,000kms, winter tires, $7,900. 250-540-2299 2010 Chev Impala LT, very clean, V6-3.4, 117K, 2 sets tires on rims, crs/tilt/pwr dr seat. All maintenance performed. $9995. (250)542-7948 Tesko Auto Sales. Great Selection of used cars/trucks. www.teskovernon.com or call 250-938-1258.
Homes for Rent 4bdrm + den garage & shop,very private back yard, fenced, w/trees and back patio to enjoy the summers. Close to parks, schools & shopping. Avail immed. $1650 + util. Please call 778-475-0902.
Motels,Hotels 1bdrm, non smoking, kitchenette, $350/wk, $660 long term monthly, single. 250-558-6837
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Cars - Sports & Imports 2001 Subaru Outback, 4cyl, 224K, everything thing works well, $3500.obo 250-549-0281 call before 5pm. AWD 2007 Mazda Speed 6, 295 HP, 4cyl, 6sp man, fully load, new clutch, breaks, etc. 2 sets of Mazda 18” wheels, $8,800 obo. 1-250-307-8601
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#11AAA Automotive recycling will meet or beat all competitors cash offers for your scrap vehicles. (250)808-1894
Bed sitting suite w/bathroom & shower. Available to Senior female. 250-558-8557
#1 GET the MOST for Your Junk Vehicle and scrap steel. A Portion of proceeds to your LOCAL FOOD BANK. Call 778-581-cars (2277)
Storage 1300 sq ft quonset style shop in North BX on Acreage.$1000/mth plus Power & heat. Outside storage & parking inc. 250-307-4825
Trucks & Vans 1987 GMC 3/4 ton 350 auto, $800. (250)838-5883
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Suites, Lower
1bdrm apt. near Hospital, laundry, heat, water, F/S, parking incl. $650. NS, Pets neg, Ref’s req. (250)542-7982
1bdrm + den bsmnt, available now, n/s, n/p, $750 utilities included, close to hospital. 250307-4948 or 250-307-1145
MALE 4 Male Erotic Massage $95., Winfield, 9-9 Daily 250-766-2048
1bdrm close to rec centre. N/P, N/S. $650, no Hydro. (250)307-4948
Lrg 1bdrm, ground level, w/d, lap dog ok, n/s,. util/cble incl $700. Av Jan 1. 250-309-8322
Vernon’s Gentleman’s Lesuire. In/out, Beautiful attendants. Hiring. 778-363-1074
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NOTICE OF INTENTION TO SELL PURSUANT TO WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT Whereas a motor vehicle, 1995 GMC K1500 pickup (Serial Number #2GTEK19K6S1554404) was deposited for storage by Jeff Stout of Coldstream Concrete on the 17th day of October 2013 at Clifford Automotive Ltd, 3000 - 43rd Avenue, Vernon, BC V1T 3L6, and, Whereas there is now owing storage charges on the said motor vehicle at this date, the sum of $4,032.00 plus accrued interest, and costs: TAKE NOTICE that the Warehouseman hereby demands of the sum of $4,032.00 plus costs, and such further charges may come due to the paid on or before January 14th, 2015. Failure to pay this sum within the time specified will result in the motor vehicle being sold by Public Sale. Dated this 18th day of December 2015. Clifford Automotive Ltd. 3000 - 43rd Avenue, Vernon, BC V1T 3L6 250-542-6068
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