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Mayumi Jimenez, three, admires her valentine wand at All Saint’s Nursery School Friday morning while Jonah Waldegger, four, works on a valentine craft. All Saint’s Nursery School welcomes the public to their open house Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon.
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North Okanagan-Shuswap’s MP hopes political differences won’t stand in the way of Ottawa reaching out to this region. Conservative Mel Arnold has been consulting with municipalities, regional districts and First Nations so he can provide input to the Liberal government before the federal budget is Mel Arnold unveiled in March. “We can say this is a consensus from the communities around the riding. This is what people on the ground are looking for,” he said. On Friday, Arnold met with the Regional District of North Okanagan. “The goal is to hear from you about
what’s important to you in the budget so we can make a submission on behalf of the riding,” he said. Among the issues raised was the need for infrastructure money, including possibly for a sewer treatment plant along Swan Lake and Greater Vernon’s master water plan. A push was also made to have Ottawa assist communities obtain corridors abandoned by railway companies. “It’s insanity to lose a corridor that could be used for fiber optics or light commuter rail in the future,” said director Kevin Acton. Arnold was also urged to push for a national housing strategy. “It’s so difficult for people to buy a house,” said director Catherine Lord. Other items suggested to Arnold included funding for social agencies and the need for increased focus on mental health programs.
The need to fight invasive mussels from entering local lakes was also discussed and Arnold says it may be the focus of a private member’s bill this fall. “If the government hasn’t moved forward on that issue, I will look at that,” he said. Director Mike Macnabb encouraged Arnold not to get caught up in the partisan component of Ottawa. “We’d like you to work with the government and not necessarily follow the party line that, ‘Everything you (government) do is wrong,’” said Macnabb. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has suggested that Liberal promises prior to the election may have to be adjusted because of economic uncertainties. “They are finding out that budgets don’t balance themselves,” said Arnold. “We need to be seen as stable to attract investment. It will be international investment that drives the economy.”
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The discussion was strained as rural politicians met face-to-face with a provincial agency. B.C. Timber Sales representatives were before the Electoral Area Advisory Committee Thursday, and director Hank Cameron raised the contentious issue of logging in Cherryville. “I’d like to see the geotechnical report for the (2004) slide on North Fork Road,” he said. That led to Colin Johnston, B.C. Timber Sales woodlands supervisor, saying, “Any infor- Hank Cameron mation we have is public.” However, Cameron wasn’t satisfied with Johnston’s response. “We’ve never seen that report,” said Cameron, who is concerned about BCTS allowing future logging in the slide area. “We’ve had to hire our own hydrologist because we don’t accept what you have (presented).” But Johnston defended the process BCTS follows when it comes to allowing harvesting and the potential impact on slopes. “We hire trained professionals,” he said. During much of the presentation, BCTS staff insisted they consult with communities when deciding which sections of Crown land should be auctioned off for harvesting. “We work best when we are communicating effectively with stakeholders,” said Johnston. But it was pointed out to BCTS that it made the City of Vernon aware of potential logging in the BX and Cosens Bay although they are not in the city, but in the electoral areas. “It made us feel like we were the last to be notified and there wasn’t meaningful consultation,” said Mike Macnabb, BX-Silver Star director, adding that harvesting can have an impact on communities, including water licenses. “We’d like to see more up-front discussion.” Johnston says his office is willing to work with the regional district. “We happily share whatever information we have,” he said. EAAC is hoping to receive support from other jurisdictions to make BCTS more transparent. It wants the Southern Interior Local Government Association to lobby Victoria for improved communications between timber licensees on Crown land, local governments and affected private lands.
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Mandy Morad (far left) from Team Red Robin goes through the obstacle course at the Vernon Winter Carnival Server Olympics at Kelly O’Bryan’s Monday afternoon while Shannon Bell and event hostess Louise Swallow (above right) watch the competitors. The newlycrowned Queen Silver Star Madison Catt climbs the rock wall with the kids at the Kids Karnival at the Boys and Girls Club. Vernon Winter Carnival wraps up today with events such as the Toonie and Tin Skate and Jopo Swim. Lisa VanderVeLde/ morning star
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RCMP officers respond to an incident in the 3500 block of 27th Avenue Wednesday.
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Vernon RCMP have released details on what is described as a bizarre and violent incident. On Wednesday, officers responded to the 3500 block of 27th Avenue after receiving multiple calls about a disturbance in progress. “Upon arrival, officers found a vehicle which had gone off the road and struck a 23-year-old female pedestrian,” said Const. Jocelyn Noseworthy.
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“It was determined that a male, who was on scene when the vehicle struck the pedestrian, is alleged to have walked over to the vehicle, broke the driver’s side window and stabbed the 18-year-old male driver. The injured driver and his 17-year-old male
passenger then fled the vehicle prior to police arrival.” The woman was taken to Vernon Jubilee Hospital with non-life threatening injuries by paramedics. The driver, Abd’lMalik Loubissi-Morris, was located by police, arrested, and taken to hospital with non-lifethreatening injuries. A charge of assault with a weapon was approved in relation to the vehicle allegedly striking the woman. A 29-year-old man, Thomas Richie, was also located and arrested by police for assault with a weapon for allegedly stabbing the driver. Both men have appeared in court. “The incident is still being actively investigated,” said Noseworthy. Anyone with information is asked to call the Vernon RCMP at 250- 545-7171 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-2228477.
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Splatsin urge water quality RogeR Knox Morning Star Staff
The Splatsin band has sunk its support into the fight to rescue a Spallumcheen water source riddled with high nitrate levels. The Steele Springs Water Source has been under a Do Not Drink water advisory since March 2014 because of high nitrate levels in the source. A dairy farm above the source is believed to be the “probable source” of the contamination. The Environment Law Centre at the University of Wayne Christian Victoria, on behalf of the Save Hullcar Aquifer Team, filed a notice to Interior Health officials last week calling for the issue of a drinking water hazard abatement and prevention order. It has also requested IHA order a complete and permanent moratorium on the application of liquid manure effluent on the 210-acre field. The farm services approximately 1,000 head of cattle. There are approximately 150 Steele Springs users and 46 private wells that draw from the Hullcar aquifer. “I think the whole aquifer is all connected from
our community through the whole valley there,” said Splatsin Chief Wayne Christian. “We’ve got really big concerns that have been highlighted by citizens there in the Hullcar region and we want to look at the data, have some planning meetings with them and throw our support behind some of the recommendations they’re trying to make to the provincial government. “A lot of our people have well systems on that aquifer. My own well is on that system.” Tests conducted by Steele Springs have shown nitrate levels higher than 10 parts per million (PPM), which is considered unsafe. Levels in January were recorded at 12.8 PPM. Of big concern for Christian is young families and pregnant women with well systems on the Hullcar aquifer, as health risks associated to high nirates in drinking water include potentially fatal “blue baby” syndrome, cancer, thyroid dysfunction and impacts those with compromised immunity systems. “That’s going to have a real impact,” said Christian. “We have to make sure the safety of our members is looked after.” Splatsin officials plan to meet with SHAT to discuss the data and strategize. “We’ll look at all things legal and political, whatever we need to do to help them in terms of the process,” said Christian.
Armstrong fire bylaws moving ahead RichaRd RolKe Morning Star Staff
Enhanced structure is moving ahead for Armstrong-Spallumcheen’s fire service. Armstrong council has given first reading to the intermunicipal fire services bylaw and agreement. “With all of the new rules and fire codes, we hired a consultant to review governance of the fire service. This has led to these documents,” said
Mayor Chris Pieper. If the bylaw is ultimately adopted, a commission consisting of representatives from Armstrong and Spallumcheen will be involved in governance of the fire department. “This will provide support to the chief,” said Pieper. Spallumcheen council is also moving ahead with a similar bylaw.
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City wants affordable housing on agenda richard rolke Morning Star Staff
The City of Vernon insists more needs to be done to help people afford a place to live. Council will ask Ve r n o n - M o n a s h e e MLA Eric Foster to lobby for increased income assistance rates that reflect the cost of housing in specific areas instead of a blan- Catherine Lord ket figure for the entire province. “If you can get the MLA to be a champion for the issue in your community, it
will have more impact,” said Coun. Juliette Cunningham. The issue arose after a recent letter to the editor in The Morning Star. The letter highlighted a teen who lived on the street and was concerned her parents’ housing was in jeopardy because her absence would reduce the amount of assistance available from the government. “It’s hard for me to realize sometimes how bad things are for individuals,” said Coun. Catherine Lord. Lakeshore barriers a concern A Vernon councillor believes there’s a need to relocate concrete barriers along cityowned properties on Lakeshore Road. Coun. Juliette Cunningham says the cur-
rent locations of the barriers create a hazard when vehicles are parked on the road. “Some of those (areas) are pretty narrow and if there’s a big pickup, they stick out on to the road,” she said. City staff state that for all but two of the 11 properties, the distance between the property line and the edge of the shoulder is 4.5 metres and it’s three metres at the other two sites. “Where several lots are adjacent to one another, this accommodates angled parking and at individual lots, parallel parking is accommodated. No parking is provided for at the northernmost city owned property adjacent to the creek,” states a staff report. An assessment of future uses of the park
lands will be completed by 2018. “Before this design is completed, it is considered undesirable to relocate the concrete barriers further into these properties, essentially converting this area to vehicle parking,” states the report. No right-in, right-out The City of Vernon will stay the course on a local road. Council has instructed staff to continue with construction of sidewalk on 25th Street between Pleasant Valley Road and 46th Avenue, although some residents lobbied for right-in, right-out access only for vehicles at the intersections on 25th Street. “Sidewalks were finally decided on to make it safer for the kids going to school,”
Design process underway for major infrastructure works in Armstrong richard rolke Morning Star Staff
Armstrong council has received information on three projects that are in the detailed design stage for 2016.
“There’s no funding attached and we will have more details as we move forward with the process,” said Mayor Chris Pieper. The projects include an Okanagan
Street water main upgrade from Colonial Farms to Highland Park Road, Wood Avenue asphalt resurfacing from Bridge Street to Okanagan Street and removal of a retaining wall on Okanagan Street, at
VanKleek Avenue. “This year’s projects will not create an excessive disruption to local residents,” said Tim Perepolkin, public works manager, in a report.
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Water improvement applications overflowing RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
There’s just not enough cash to go around. The Okanagan Basin Water Board has $58,000 available for water projects in the North Okanagan but local jurisdictions have applied for about $100,000 for 2016. “It doesn’t take too
long to use that,” said director Doug Dirk of the $58,000 cap. The Regional District of North Okanagan forwarded grant requests to OBWB Wednesday and applications are also coming from Vernon, Coldstream and Spallumcheen. “If it’s over-subscribed, someone is not going to get a grant,”
said Dirk. being sought. Among Also being the applicaforwarded tions being on to OBWB forwarded is a grant by RDNO is request from one from the the Okanagan Deep Creek Collaborative Improvement Conservation District for a Program for Doug Dirk sensitive habienvironmentat inventory tal resource mapping study. About kits and outdoor learn$15,000 to $20,000 is ing spaces at schools.
However, there were some concerns from Dirk, who is one of three RDNO representatives to OBWB and will be involved in selecting successful applicants. “There’s no financial information for this,” said Dirk of the OCCP application, including other potential revenue sources. Director Mike
Science Centre support put on hold RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
Greater Vernon politicians aren’t saying no to possibly funding a local amenity. But they also aren’t saying yes. The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee has been told by Coldstream that it supports current service levels until the completion of the cultural plan. As a result, any prospect of the Okanagan Science Centre becoming an official function
is on hold. “It’s a reminder of the process that’s in place,” said Doug Dirk, a Coldstream director. “It’s not about the specific item (science centre). It’s about how you proceed.” Any changes to the scope of the parks and recreation service requires unanimous consent of Vernon, Coldstream and the two electoral areas. If the Okanagan Science Centre were
to become a permanent function, like the art gallery, museum or Teen Junction, that would allow it access annual funding from GVAC. Grant decisions deferred There isn’t any cash immediately going to local organizations. Instead of awarding funding from the arts, culture and youth project grant program, the Greater Vernon Advisory Committee
has decided to wait on a decision until March 10. “I don’t support some of these projects because we need more information on them,” said Dirk. “We should look at the value of the project put forward and not just because money is there. Does it fit our goals and what we want to encourage?” Some of the projects seeking funds include purchasing a grand
Local cherries pick of the crop Morning Star Staff
The Okanagan’s cherry crop is popular. B.C.’s cherry exports increased by 56 per cent in 2015 to 13,600 metric tonnes. They had a value of $91.7 million, a 70 per cent increase. “The data also includes a significant rise in sour cherry exports from $2.7 million in 2014 to $11.2 million in 2015,” said Norm Letnick, agriculture minister and Lake Country MLA. “Focusing on high-value B.C. Norm Letnick products like late-season cherries
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million-dollar inspiration hit me after spending a week in the car driving across this great land of ours with Sue. My idea would be a new variation on the GPS navigation systems in cars now. Instead of the voice coming from the dashboard, it would use the speakers in the backseat and say things like, “Turn left, idiot! Not here, the next left!” And “Are you sure you know where you’re going?” And of course, “You know the speed limit is 45 here.” How helpful would that be? Not so much for the driver, but for the passenger, who could now do crossword puzJim Mullen zles or play Candy Crush instead of wasting time helping to navigate. At least then someone could enjoy the drive. Another million-dollar idea I had was for an app that could tell me how long I’d be without cell phone service. “Your phone will reconnect to the modern world in one day and 16 hours.” One thing I never realized about the fruited plain is how big it is. It goes on and on and on and on. Now I know how a gerbil must feel on its wheel. No matter how fast you go, the view never changes. “The speed limit here is 65.” “Did you say something?” “I’m just saying the speed limit here is 65.” “I’m doing 69. We haven’t seen a car in two hours.” “We passed one 15 minutes ago.” “Do you want to drive? Can your legs reach the pedals from the backseat?” Of course, the entire ride wasn’t like that. Most of the time it was just one long, seething silence. After about eight hours of that, it’s time to chill out and relax.
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Thursday’s meeting between B.C. Timber Sales and the Electoral Area Advisory Committee was a good, first step. After all, this was likely the first time the provincial agency responsible for auctioning off Crown land for logging had appeared before the five elected representatives for the rural communities. “We work best when we are communicating effectively with stakeholders,” said Colin Johnston, BCTS woodlands supervisor. But while that may be the agency’s goal, it’s obvious local politicians aren’t convinced. Hank Cameron, Cherryville director, got into a back-andforth with Johnston over logging on Cherry Ridge and what Cameron believes is the lack of access to technical documents regarding previous slides. “We’ve had to hire our own hydrologist because we don’t accept what you have (presented),” said Cameron. There’s no question BCTS has hired professionals to review the slides and the impact of future logging. But the perception in Cherryville is not all information is being gathered or made public. BCTS has to deal with that perception. It was also pointed out to BCTS that its consultation process for auctioning off timber blocks ignores electoral areas. Most recently, the City of Vernon was asked for advice on logging in the BX and Cosens Bay, well outside of its boundary, but the relevant electoral area directors, weren’t advised. That left those rural communities in the dark and unable to provide input in a timely fashion. As was previously mentioned, Thursday’s meeting was positive, but BCTS has to do more to be transparent and open to the public it serves.
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hat's the real cost of the Vernon Regional Airport expansion? Taxpayers once again could be told to pay up to $7.2 to $11 million to expand the Vernon airport. Any amount of millions spent are too much. No referendum needed here. According to a story done by a website news provider entitled, “OKIB sees airport plan,” it states that based on the economic impact analysis for various development scenarios the runway extension only offers a marginal increase in economic activity and would have a detrimental impact on surrounding neighbourhoods, particularly with regard to noise and development potential. It also states that the current runway meets the need of 97 per cent of aircraft movement. Any expansion will be done at the cost of taxpayers and it will seal the fate of Okanagan Landing. It should raise red flags to everyone that staff has warned city council to expedite the expansion of the airport before September 2017 because Transport Canada will put in place new regulations and then this expansion would not get approval. What are the new regulations? Do they meet safety and environmental concerns? Building codes
that would have to change to accommodate the increased noise levels? There must be reasons for these changes. Why would you fast track any project when you know there are changes coming? What are you not telling Vernon residents? That's no master plan. There is also no information on the environmental impact on our community by having larger and more frequent aircraft using the airport. Aircraft exhaust carries a variety of pollutants. This expansion will dump more of these toxins on all of us. Just think of what impact this will make to the Okanagan Landing residents enjoying our lakefront lots and properties. It is
PUBLIC DEBATE Before Canada implements any of the commitments made at the Paris conference, we need a public debate by scientists on both sides of the climate change issue sponsored by government. The commitments made at the Paris conference on climate change will foist on the world a path to poverty and increasing mortality levels for much of the under-developed world. I recently wrote a letter to the editor pointing out the need to know what we are getting into with the Paris conference. Further, I noted that there is much evidence to show that climate change is not caused by C02 emissions but rather by the sun. I pointed out the fact that, historically, increasing atmospheric C02 concentrations have followed increasing atmospheric temperature. This of itself provides grounds for questioning the theory of anthropogenic global warming.
also important to consider what building height restrictions that will change the area as a whole. It will be a tough sale for the future of property values in this area. To add to these considerations, the current noise level has still not been addressed. There is a boat plane that is so loud that if you are talking to someone a few feet away in your yard, they cannot hear you until the plane has gone. I was told that if Transport Canada approves a plane for any airport, there is nothing the Vernon Airport can do. There are no noise devices in place now to regulate noise levels to even identify planes that may be breaking noise bylaw. So naturally nail the taxpayers and bring in more noise and pollutants.
A recent response to my letter makes some concerning statements. There are so many inaccuracies in this letter that I won't deal with them all. The writer thinks that because 97 per cent of the scientists think that we are due for catastrophic climate change that we should all accept that as a fact and shut up and pay up. Well, at one time most people thought that the world was flat except for a few men with the courage to speak up and take a risk. A guy named Columbus led them and proved otherwise. Popularity of opinion doesn’t substantiate it. One statement that stands out in this letter is that “…every day the global average temperatures continue to climb…” this is just not true. Average global temperature has not changed significantly for the past 16 years. By accusing Friends of Science of being deceit-
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Every expansion at the airport at the airport does affect your property values as told to me recently by a bank appraiser, it goes down. So how much more will we lose on our properties? If the City of Vernon has millions to spend on asphalt why not properly pave city roads and repaint road lines? Bench Row Road is one of the main roads, for example, that is so poorly maintained, it is like driving on an old wagon trail. It is also a popular road for Landing residents for a quick access to the Kelowna highway. The last expansion done at the airport did not bring in any great wealth to Vernon and two flight companies have already left. Do not fast track any airport expansion at the expense and health of others. Contact your city councillors and MP and demand answers on what are the new regulations and environmental impact on us as well as the possible decline of future development and property value in the area. Why are they pushing this project through before the proper regulations have come into place? What don't we know? This will affect future development and what can be built in this area. Expect more from the City of Vernon for this beautiful area. Janice Gibbs
ful because they received some funding from oil and gas companies is trivial. They acknowledge receipt of some funding from oil and gas companies, but so have the climate activists received funding from oil and gas companies. This is no indication of the veracity of the their statements. We need some wise politicians with the courage to speak up and stop this madness as we impotently rush to save the planet. The public needs to read widely and learn the truth, not just the position of those whose opinion supports their own. True science requires the use of the scientific method and encourages debate and follow up research. All sides of a public issue require exposure, no one should be silenced because of disagreement with a position of another. Bob Reid
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The sweet smiles of babies in need continue to pull at Barrita Durward’s heartstrings, both locally and abroad. Durward, owner of Cotton’s Chocolates in downtown Vernon, is once again hoping the community will come out with their generosity to support the causes close to her heart. This year, the seventh annual Valentine’s for Mexico Sweet Smiles Fundraiser and Silent Auction gets underway Friday, Feb. 19 at the Vernon Atrium at 5:30 p.m. The extravagant event features a chocolate buffet, balloon bursts, treasure tree, locked treasure chest, loaded buffet dinner, music from the Legendary Lake Monsters and so much more. “It’s going to be tons of fun,” said Durward, who has been working
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Barrita Durward continues to support children at orphanages in Mexico, and encourages the community to help through the Valentine’s for Mexico fundraiser Friday, Feb. 19. tirelessly to ensure so. “Tons of chocolate, tons of prizes, tons of love.” This year, along with the tables of silent auction items, a few live auction items are being added to the event. One of which includes a tandem skydive alongside Durward. “I’m super nervous,” she said. The event, which is nearly sold out, will see all proceeds donated to children of the street res-
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Bo knows good defence. Bo Didur made 31 saves as the Langley Rivermen stopped the Vernon Vipers 2-0 in B.C. Hockey League action in front of 2,004 fans Friday night at Kal Tire Place. “The guys came ready to play tonight,” said Didur (Penn State) one of 12 Rivermen with NCAA commitments. “We’ve been talking about playing our last games of the year like a playoff series and we’re trying to get better every game. “I thought tonight was one of our better full60-minute games this season. They bailed me out a bunch of time, they blocked shots and did what they needed to do.” Despite the loss, Vernon (22-26-3-0) stayed four points ahead of the Merritt Centennials (19-28-4-1) in the battle for the fourth and final Interior Conference playoff spot as the Cents dropped a 4-2 decision to the Cowichan Valley Capitals in Duncan Friday. Merritt played in Victoria Saturday and finish a three-game Island swing this afternoon against the Alberni Valley Bulldogs. The Trail Smoke Eaters – five points back of Vernon – played in Penticton Saturday. Didur was at his best in the third period, particularly on Vipers’ sniper Odeen Tufto.
The West Vancouver native stopped Tufto twice on one-timers from the slot. He then got help to preserve his second shutout of the year in the dying seconds, with the Vipers on a two-man power play and goalie Andrew Shortridge on the bench for an extra attacker, from the long reach of 6-foot-5 defenceman Jordan Schneider, who got his stick out to deflect a Tufto shot over a wide-open net. Jason O’Neill (New Hampshire), on a firstperiod deflection, and Max Kaufman (Vermont), on an individual effort in the second where he darted around Vernon defenceman Callum Volpe, went in alone on Shortridge who made the original save only to have Kaufman bang in his own rebound, scored for the Rivermen. “I thought we had a pretty solid effort,” said disappointed Vipers forward Ben Butcher, acquired from the Rivermen in a November trade. “Everyone had their feet moving and was going pretty hard. I don’t think we really got the bounces tonight and didn’t bear down on our chances.” The Vipers have scored eight goals in their last four games but six of them came in one night, a 6-3 win at Prince George. “There’s not much cause for concern yet,” said Butcher. “I think the offence
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Steven Jandric of the Vernon Vipers (right) battles for possession against Ryan Barrow of the Langley Rivermen Friday night at Kal Tire Place. dries up a bit sometimes, but we have to work as a team, get more pucks to the net and the goals should come.” Andrew Shortridge was solid in goal for Vernon, returning after missing a game while battling tonsillitis. He made 27 saves, the best coming in the second period on back-to-back chances from Torrin White. Shortridge also made a nice glove save, then smacked Rivermen forward Justin Szeto to the ice with the glove. Langley sits three points back of the Wenatchee Wild in the battle for second place in the Mainland Division (Wild beat Prince George 6-1 Friday at home).
The Rivermen, 6-4 winners Thursday night in Surrey, play four of their final five games on the road. The Vipers have three games in four days this week against the West Kelowna Warriors (who lost 5-2 to the Vees Friday night). Two of those games are back-to-back Tuesday and Wednesday in West Kelowna and Vernon, respectively. Both games are promoting the anti-bullying campaign and expect to have hundreds of school students in attendance as both contests start at 11 a.m. The third game is Friday night at Royal LePage Place. Meanwhile, Vernon product Spencer Hewson is hot for
the Nanaimo Clippers. Hewson has four goals and seven points in his last two games. He had 2+2 in Thursday’s 6-3 road win at Alberni Valley, 24 hours after picking up 2+1 in a 7-4 homeice win over Cowichan Valley. Hewson has 10 goals and 22 points in his third season with the Clippers. GAMES REMAINING: VERNON (7): Home: West Kelowna, Surrey, Wenatchee; AWAY: West Kelowna (2), Chilliwack, Trail; MERRITT (5): Home: Alberni Valley, Penticton, Wenatchee; AWAY: Alberni Valley, Trail; TRAIL (4): Home: Merritt, Salmon Arm, Vernon; AWAY: Salmon Arm.
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Take Highway 3A for 48 kilometres and enjoy a soak in the glorious Ainsworth Hot Springs. It was a well-deserved reward on a well-earned day off Friday at the Canadian Direct Insurance B.C. Men’s Curling Championships in Nelson for Vernon’s Jim Cotter rink. The two-time defending champion team of Cotter, third Ryan Kuhn, second Tyrel Griffith and lead Rick Sawatsky took on New Westminster’s Sean Geall, the B event winner, in the A versus B playoff Saturday afternoon. The winner advanced to today’s championship match at 4 p.m. for a
shot at heading to the Tim Hortons Brier in Ottawa. Cotter went 4-0 to take the A event, capping things off with a 5-4 win over Michael Johnson of New We s t m i n s t e r Thursday night. “Things are going real well,” said Cotter Jim Cotter Friday. “The guys are playing very well against some very tough teams.” Cotter scored deuces with the ham-
mer in the first and third ends to take a 4-1 lead. Down 5-2, Johnson got one back in nine with the hammer, and stole a single point in 10. Cotter advanced to the A final Thursday with a 7-4 win over Glen Jackson of Victoria. Jackson took on Dean Joanisse of New Westminster – who lost last year’s provincial final to Cotter at the Vernon Curling Club – in the battle of C event qualifiers Saturday. The winner meets the loser of Cotter-Geall in the semifinal. Asked if there was any concern about not having played in a day, Cotter said, “No, not at all. We get a
chance to practice tonight and tomorrow. It’s nice to have the extra time off.” Joanisse scored two in the 10th to edge Neil Dangerfield of Victoria 5-4 in a C qualifier, while Jackson took care of clubmate Jason Montgomery 7-4. Vernon’s Mark Longworth lost three straight games. He was eliminated Thursday, 6-4, by Will House of Richmond, who scored three in the eighth end with hammer to tie the game 4-4, then stole single points in nine and 10. Stephen Schneider of Vancouver, who had Vernon’s Jamie Sexton throwing third rocks, also went 0-3.
The last weeks of the Kootenay International Hockey League’s regular season have different meanings for the North Okanagan Knights and Chase Heat. The Knights (1326-3-5), will finish fourth in the Okanagan Division and will play the Osoyoos Coyotes in the first round of the playoffs. The Heat, 3-1 winners over the Knights Friday night at the Nor-Val Sports Centre, have a slim shot of finishing second in the Doug Birk Division and home ice advantage in round one. Chase’s win Friday left the Heat (28-153-2) seven points behind the 100 Mile House Wranglers (3-2 winners Friday over the Sicamous Eagles) and eight behind the Kamloops Storm (who beat Revelstoke 4-1) with only four games left. Tommy Brown and Michael Fidanza staked Chase to a 2-0 first-period lead Friday. Brady Marzocco, with his third of the year, cut the lead to 2-1 with five minutes left in the second period. Travis Beaubien, on a powerplay 4:22 into the third period, gave the Heat some insurance. Daniel Paul made 27 saves for the Knights, who were outshot 30-25. Nic Bruyere picked up the win for the Heat. The Knights, who took on the Summerland Steam Saturday, wrap up three games in three days at home this afternoon against the Princeton Posse. Face-off is 1 p.m. at the Nor-Val Sports Centre.
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Vernon Watkin Motors Mustangs scored three times in the first four minutes Friday and rolled to a 15-2 win over the Dawson Creek Canucks in the final round-robin game for both teams at the 45th annual CocaCola Classic Pee Wee Hockey Tournament at the Civic Arena. Steel Quiring led the Mustangs with six goals, Zachary Funk fired in four and Austin Roest added a goal and four helpers. Single goals went to Emma Elders, Jacob Boden, Jakob Jones and Ronac Chauhan. Vernon took on the Alaska Fairbanks Arctic Lions in a championship side semifinal Saturday at 12:30 p.m. The Lions finished 2-1 in the Sun Valley Division, earning a date with the hosts after a 3-1 win over the Nelson Leafs Friday night. The other championship semi featured the 3-0 St. Albert (Alta.) Sabres against
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Austin Roest of the Vernon Watkin Motors Mustangs (right) digs for the puck against Wyatt Sorken of the Dawson Creek Canucks Friday night in the Coca-Cola Classic Pee Wee Invitational Hockey Tournament at the Civic Arena. the Idaho Junior Steelheads. Elders’ breakaway goal late in the second period Thursday night proved to be the game-
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winner as the Mustangs doubled Idaho 6-3. Elders, whose father, Jason, holds the Vernon junior hockey franchise record for most goals in a season (67), snuck behind the Steelheads defence, took a sweet pass from Chauhan and beat goalie Cade Corbin top-shelf stickside to give Vernon a 4-3 lead. The goal came a minute after Funk tied the game for the Mustangs. Boden, with his sec-
ond of the game, and Connor Elliott added third-period insurance goals for the Mustangs. Isaac Thomas had the other Vernon goal. The Steelheads finished at 2-1 after a 7-1 win over the Calgary Glenlake Hawks. The Saints beat the Arctic Lions 7-5 Friday morning and rolled past the Fort St. John Flyers 7-2. On the consolation side Saturday, Joe Davidson scored three times as Nelson posted
a 7-1 win over Calgary to advance to the C final, and sending the Glenlake Hawks to the D final. Dawson Creek took on Fort St. John in the other consolation semi. The D final goes today at 10, followed by the C final at 12:30 p.m., the B final at 3:15 p.m. and the championship game at 5:30 p.m. Elsewhere on opening day Thursday, in the Coca-Cola Division, the Steelheads whipped the Canucks 11-3, with Dawson Creek rebounding to beat Calgary 8-2. In the Sun Valley Division, the Sabres edged the Nelson Leafs 4-3 in overtime on a goal from Ryese Richards, and the Arctic Lions defeated Fort St. John 7-2. All games in the tournament are at the Civic Arena. n The Lumby Team Maltman Stars novice squad, sponsored by Gorman Brothers, hosted their home tournament in late January, winning two of three games, thanks to great work in goal by Kaleb Murray. The team sends a big thank you to coaches Shawn Maltman, Derek Murray, Matt Davyduke, Tor y Romailler and manager Kym Lorentz for making the weekend a great one.
Rykuiter cracks top-10 Morning Star Staff
Vernon’s Jamie Rykuiter ended up in the top-10 in moguls at the WIN Canada Cup Series at Penticton’s Apex Mountain. Rykuiter, who skis for Penticton’s Apex Freestyle Club, finished sixth in the single moguls competition. She was right behind clubmate Mason Barzilay, who finished fourth. Rykuiter scored 53.5. Before completing her final run, Rykuiter was worried and excited, but said it was just about pushing herself. She felt good about what she did and was happy to reach the finals. Her goal on the weekend was to ski her best and have fun. “It’s pretty competitive,” Rykuiter said of the field. “It really pushes you. It’s humbling.” Rykuiter placed 11th in dual moguls.
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Vernon’s Jamie Rykuiter works her way to a top-10 moguls finish at the WIN Canada Cup freestyle at Apex Alpine in Penticton.
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Sports SportS BriefS Brown jumps to weekly honour
Armstrong’s Ella Brown is the Great Northwest Athletic Conference’s women’s track and field athlete of the week. Brown, a junior who competes for Simon Fraser University, won the triple jump at the Portland Indoor Invitational meet with an indoor personal best jump of 11.45 meters. The performance is the second best in the GNAC this season and just missed an NCAA Championships proviElla Brown sional qualifier. Tyra Gilbert of Spallumcheen, who trains at SFU, but is red-shirting her freshman year, competed at the Vancouver Sun Harry Jerome Indoor Games in Richmond. Gilbert was third in the 60-meter sprint with a time of 8.04 seconds, and third in the 60-m hurdles with a time of 9.19. Both marks are personal bests.
Shamrocks selected in WLA draft
Three former Armstrong Junior Shamrocks were chosen in the Western Lacrosse Association’s 2016 draft this week. Brett Hawrys was the highest pick, going in the third round – 17th overall – to the Nanaimo Timbermen. Hawrys spent last season with the Nanaimo Timbermen in the B.C. Junior A Lacrosse League, picking up 22 goals and 59 points in 14 games. He helped the Coquitlam Adanacs reach the 2014 Minto Cup Canadian Junior Lacrosse final. Owen Barker was selected in the sixth round, 37th overall, by the Coquitlam Adanacs. Barker, who also has BCJALL experience, had 29 goals and 58 points with the Shamrocks last year. And the Mann Cup champion Victoria Shamrocks chose Tyson Fair in the seventh round with the 49th pick. Fair scored 10 goals and finished with 16 points with Armstrong.
Tiremen tame Tropic
Peters Tirecraft kept their playoff hopes alive in the Vernon Men’s Indoor Soccer League with a come-from-behind 4-3 win over a re-tooled FC Tropic squad at the VantageOne Indoor Soccer Centre. Marcello Navajaro’s header into the top corner off a beautiful corner from Dean Buse late in the contest gave the tiremen the win. Buse, Brad Conlin and Axel Chinyanta had the other Tirecraft goals while Brock Reim was denied by great goalkeeping on a beautiful solo run. Eon Ross was Tirecraft’s Tireman of the Game for his rock-solid play in net and vocal presence helping a make-shift back line.
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Daniel Hall (left) and Nate Benn of the Vernon Vortex speed skating club compete in a race during the host club’s Interior FUNale meet at Kal Tire Place. The event featured clubs from across B.C.
Boyle, Hall hot for Vortex Morning Star Staff
The Vernon Vortex Speed Skating club was fully engaged in racing this past weekend hosting the Interior FUNale for clubs from Fort St. James to Kelowna at Kal Tire Place. Overall, the team performed well, recording 18 personal best time with Mattias Isobe leading the charge with a perfect four out of four personal bests. The highlight of the competition was Tadhg Boyle completing his qualification for the provincial championships by knocking off 16 seconds from his previous 1,500m time with the help of Isobe and the encouragement of his entire club during the race. Ethan and Andrew Blackmore, as well as Liliana Buzatu, all made new personal best times in three distances, Nate Benn and Boyle achieved two personal best times and Daniel Hall was able to skate one personal best in the 500m event. Daniel Hall, Declan Fitzpatrick, Ethan Blackmore and Peter Blokker all won gold in their divisions. Nathan Stewart and Liliana Buzatu each won silver in their divisions and Nate Benn, Andrew Blackmore and Isobe all brought home the bronze. Boyle won the iron medal for his division. While all the excitement was going on at Kal Tire Place, Laura Hall was in Quebec City representing Vernon and the province in the Canadian championships. “Laura has trained hard this year and her hard work paid off with four personal best times at her
most important event so far in the season,” said her coach, Mike Hall. Laura skated the second leg of the team relay and had team B.C. out to a sizable lead when a teammate in the anchor position fell. The team missed a medal by a narrow margin but look to be the favorites for next year. In the 3,000m event Laura skated a gritty race, taking the lead from the start and setting a fast pace. She was able to hold off the majority of the pack and finish in fourth, just two-tenths of a second out of the bronze medal position. The Vortex would like to express thanks to sponsors Interior Savings Credit Union and Mackenzie Financial for making the club’s progress possible.
Legends held off podium Morning Star Staff
North Okanagan Legends barely missed the playoffs at the Subway B.C. Lacrosse Association U15 Tier 2 Field Lacrosse Provincial finals in Langley. The Legends went 2-1 in the preliminary round but missed advancing to the medal round on a goals for and against differential. North Okanagan fell 10-7 to eventual B.C. champion Nanaimo Raiders, but beat the Coquitlam Adanacs and North Shore Eagles by identical 7-5 scores. Game MVPs for the Legends were Seth Waterstreet, Kayden Doughty and Thomas Mackiewich. Coach Kevin Beauregard was named winner of the Fair Play Coach award while his son, Kevin, was selected as the team’s Warrior Fair Play award winner.
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A new Olympic sport will be on full display in the North Okanagan. The Enderby and District Curling Club is hosting the 2016 B.C. mixed doubles curling championships Feb. 19 to 21. “So this is a new Olympic curling event and now is a great time to come out and watch the 2016 mixed doubles provincial championships,” said Enderby Curling Club president Steve Campbell. “It’s a great time to learn about the event, how it is played and figure out the rules.” Everyone is welcome. There is no charge for coming to watch but the club will happily accept cash donations or a nonperishable food donation for the Enderby and District Food Bank.
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Vernon resident named a top speaker Morning Star Staff
A prestigious honour has been bestowed on a Vernon resident. Mark DeVolder, an International Change Management speaker, has been awarded the top 25 speaker designation in 2016 by Speaking.com, a U.S. speakers bureau. “Thank you to all of my clients, friends and especially the people of Vernon for their enthusiastic support,” said DeVolder. Each year, Speaking.com recognizes 25 speakers based on expertise, professionalism, presentation skills, original contribution to the field and public votes cast at the Speaking.com website. More than 25,000 votes were cast from around the world for the 2016 nominees. In January, it was announced that DeVolder was voted No. 1 in the top 25 speaker awards. The others include Nobel Prize winners Joseph Stiglitz and Muhammad Yunus, and Shark Tank star Daymond John. DeVolder has helped prepare Colombian business leaders for free trade agreements, coached companies through mergers and acquisitions and assisted in the wrap-up of NASA’s space shuttle program. He has appeared before audiences in Monaco, Dubai, Singapore, Barcelona and Istanbul as well as in Vernon.
Vernon’s Mark DeVolder, an International Change Management speaker, takes to the stage before large crowds around the world.
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Stacy Fuhr owns and operates Rewards Personal Training in the BX.
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Stacy Fuhr says she’s prepared to stand behind those wanting to get in shape and transform their lives. Fuhr operates Rewards Personal Training in the BX. “It offers private, small-group fitness training, yoga and reiki sessions,” she said. “I have created a compact, yet complete fitness studio where you can have a constantly evolving workout suited to your needs. I will show you how to do each exercise and make sure you are doing it effectively and safely.” Sometimes, especially when beginning to train or starting to push your boundaries, flexibility can be an issue. “Your workout can be complimented with private reiki sessions or a small group yoga class with instructor Karla Fuhr,” said Stacy Fuhr. Also part of the team is fitness trainer Anna Kemp, who develops individual programs. “Anna also offers group classes in the summer, outside and in a variety of facilities,” said Stacy Fuhr. “Often, students who have individual programs
“I have created a compact, yet complete fitness studio.” — Stacy Fuhr
will also do her group classes. She is also a yoga instructor.” Fuhr believes there are numerous opportunities for residents to get involved. “You can start at any fitness level or weight and you will get expertise, privacy, safety and encouragement,” she said. “You can take as many or as few sessions as you wish, and when you start reaching your goals, you can go to any gym you want.” Before choosing a trainer, Fuhr insists that you should meet them and also check out their credentials. “They should be certified personal trainers,” she said.
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Pierre Goyette, owner of Speedpro Signs Vernon, has completed the 3M Preferred certification course with a score of 93 per cent. Stuart Burns, Speedpro of Canada president, says earning the designation is an intensive process, with 3M Preferred certification the peak level few professionals achieve. Speedpro Signs Vernon is also Avery certified.
Bannister Honda recognized Morning Star Staff
Vernon’s Bannister Honda has been awarded a 2016 DealerRater Dealer of the Year Award, an annual recognition given to the top-rated auto dealerships on DealerRater.com, according to consumer reviews. The DealerRater Dealer of the Year Award is given to just a handful of dealers across Canada. “Bannister Honda has received consistently high marks on DealerRater.ca, making it one of the top Canadian dealerships on the site,” said Gary Tucker, DealerRater CEO. “Online shoppers visiting Bannister Honda’s dealer page will find a 2016 Dealer of the Year Award winner badge on their profile to instantly recognize it as one of the best dealerships of the year.” The DealerRater Dealer of the Year awards program was created to recognize automotive dealerships whose sales and service operations exemplify excellence.
“Congratulations to Bannister Honda on being named a 2016 Dealer of the Year,” said Tucker. “Vehicle shoppers are increasingly reliant on the Internet to research makes and models, features, specs, and more. DealerRater allows consumers to connect with the right dealership and the right person from which to purchase their next vehicle. DealerRater reviews speak volumes about customer satisfaction at a dealership. Bannister Honda is highly regarded and we are honored to recognize them with this distinction.” Dealer of the Year Award winners were chosen based upon their PowerScore ratings, which are determined using a Bayesian algorithm that factors the dealership’s average DealerRater consumer ratings and the total number of reviews written about the dealership during the 2015 calendar month.
More than 30 business and land owners attended a meeting of the Swan Lake Corridor Business Association. Pat Loehndorf, from Bannister Honda, was elected president and he is joined on the executive by Alan Hannebauer, from R-xtra Storage, Terry Moorhouse, from Okanagan Restoration Services, Jacqueline Brooks, from the Castle on Swan Lake, and Mazen Ghattas, from DNM Environmental. “The turn-out was terrific,” said Loehndorf. Regional District of North Okanagan directors Mike Macnabb and Bob Fleming were both present at the meeting. Fleming outlined the current status of the partnership being explored between Spallumcheen, RNDO the and Okanagan Indian Band to build a sewage treatment plant at the north end of Swan Lake. SLCBA is currently recruiting members and conducting a survey on what issues businesses would like pursued.
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The Regional District of North Okanagan invites applications from the public interested in serving on the Electoral Area “D” (Rural Lumby) Advisory Planning Commission. The Commission’s duties are to advise the Regional Board and Electoral Area “D” Director on land use matters referred to it by the Regional District. The members serve a two year term and the Commission typically meets one evening per month. Be advised that there is no meeting pay provided for this volunteer position. If you are interested in serving on the Commission you are asked to submit an application form detailing your qualifications/relevant expertise. Applications forms are available on our website at: www.rdno.ca. Deadline for receiving applications for membership is 4:30 pm on February 26, 2016. For more information contact: PADDY JUNIPER, Deputy Corportate Officer phone: 250-550-3708 • email: dco@rdno.ca 9848 Aberdeen Road, Coldstream, BC V1B 2K9 phone: 250-550-3768 / fax: 250-550-3701
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Bridge by Phillip Alder RULES ARE MEANT TO BE TAKEN FLEXIBLY Margaret Drabble, an English novelist, biographer and critic, asked, “Why can’t people be both flexible and efficient?” At the bridge table, if your mind is flexible, you will usually play efficiently. In particular, there are many guidelines like “third hand high” and “cover an honour with an honour.” But you must be flexible in your thinking, not just follow those adages as if they are etched in stone, because they are not. In today’s deal, for example, how should East defend against six hearts? West leads the spade 10. North’s three-diamond
response promised at least eight points and five or more diamonds. Then, when North raised hearts, South used regular Blackwood before bidding the slam. When this deal was originally played, South took the first trick in his hand, played a diamond to dummy’s ace and called for a sneaky heart five. East, thinking about second hand low and not wanting to make a revealing hesitation, smoothly followed suit with his four. South followed the percentages by playing low, and the five took the trick. Then another heart lead held East to one trump trick, and the contract made. East should have realized that if South had started
with ace-king-third of spades, he would have won the first trick on the board. So, the diamond ace was his only dummy entry (since East could overruff dummy on the third round of clubs). If East had just won the first heart, the contract would have failed.
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YOUR BIRTHDAY TODAY Use your clout and knowhow to get things done. You can make a difference if you put your talents to good use. Don’t worry about making everyone happy. The results you get and the satisfaction you feel from doing your best are what count. Choose to take part.
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AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) Do whatever you can to make a difference. Bringing about the changes that you feel will make your world a better place will be worth your while. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) Don’t follow the crowd when your ideas and plans suit you best. Give others the freedom to do as they please and you will be given the same in return. ARIES (March 21-April 19) Make your idea count by turning it into something special or making it profitable. Love will unfold if you speak from the heart and share your goals openly. TAURUS ( April 20-May 20) Taking part in events that will bring you in contact with people who could enrich your life will be rewarding. An open mind and collaborations look promising. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) What your heart tells you and what your intelligence suggests will cause confusion. Don’t make assumptions or overreact. Take a deep breath and wait to see what happens. CANCER (June 21-July 22) The relationships you have with others should be protected and treated with care. If you share your feelings, you will be offered a heartwarming response that will brighten your day.
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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) You’ve got the moves, so strut your stuff. Jealousy is likely, but if you are gracious and kind to critical onlookers, you will rise above negativity. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Don’t let confusion get in your way. Take a step back and assess your situation. As long as you remain practical and in control, you will get good results. Romance is encouraged.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) Don’t be taken advantage of or put up with unrealistic demands. Do what’s best for yourself and don’t look back. Self-improvement projects and creative endeavours look promising. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) Pump up the volume and get things done. Your goals are achievable if you set a course and don’t stop until you reach your destination. Make romance a priority. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) You’ll be offered plenty of advice, but not everyone will be looking out for your best interests. Weigh the consequences before you take on someone or something that could lead to regret. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Positive suggestions and alterations can be made. Improve your surroundings or put your affairs in order to clear the passage for a new beginning. Romance will lead to greater happiness.
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Save money by reducing food waste Rose soneff Special to The Morning Star
Ever opened the fridge and found a container that looks more like a science experiment than something edible? Have some cans in your pantry been there so long that the dust on top could be measured in millimeters? With food prices steadily rising, now is a good time to look at how we can reduce food waste. Plan your meals before you shop. Check out the Healthy Families BC website for terrific ideas on how to get organized and plan ahead. Use recipes to ensure you buy just the right amount of an ingredient on your grocery list. Use the bulk section to get the correct amount of an ingredi-
ent. If the item is packaged in an amount which is more than needed, make more of that recipe and freeze what is left or use the ingredient in another recipe. Store food properly. A little extra effort to store vegetables and fruit properly goes a long way to reduce spoilage and save money. Today some fruit and vegetables cost the same per pound as some fresh meat or fish. I recently saw red peppers for $4.98/lb while beef inside round was $4.84/lb. Different foods have different storage requirements. That dusty can of food does have a shelf life of two to five years, depending on whether it contains a high or low acid food. Storage information is available on HealthLink BC’s
website Food Safety: Storing. Large amounts of bread or meat can be frozen in smaller quantities. Use special freezer containers or bags that reduce the air in the container to help prevent freezer burn. If you have a large freezer, deplete the contents of the freezer at least once a year. That way, you can start freezing fresh items again. Organize your cupboards. Canned goods or packages can get pushed back into deep cupboards and forgotten about. Place these items on a tray or bin so that they can be pulled out more easily and you can see what is on hand to use. Make use of leftovers. Portion leftovers in individual containers for lunches. If you have a lot of leftovers, freeze
them in a clear container labelled with the date and name of the leftover. Leftovers can be incorporated into casseroles, stir fry, frittata, soups and smoothies. Get creative. A friend once told me how her father used to make “Leftover Night” more interesting. He would list the leftovers on a board and take orders. They would set the table with nice placemats, napkins, and serve the food on fancier plates. Instead of dreading leftovers, the family looked forward to this special meal. With a little planning you can help reduce waste, save money and maybe even start a new family tradition. Rose Soneff is a public health dietitian with Interior Health.
Sovereign Lake Masters Program is a huge success Contributed
The Master’s Cross Country Ski Program at Sovereign Lake Nordic Centre has exploded from a handful of skiers in years past to an avalanche of more than 100 participants. The program has been well-organized by volunteers Gerry Breneman, Pat Pearce and Mike Bell. They are also group leaders with Shirley Pommier on Wednesday and Sunday mornings, with assistance from Gerry Furseth. Theresa Korobanik, Pat Pearce and Dudley Coulter lead the
Thursday evening sessions. These leaders have developed activity plans which serve various skiing abilities and fitness levels. Darren Derochie, Sovereign’s head coach, leads the Master’s Plus group which provides more a more individualized instructional approach. The Master’s Program provides opportunities for improving fitness and technique in a social environment that is engaging, fun and motivating. The focus of the next session, whether classic or skate technique, fitness or both, is emailed
to participants ahead of time to allow ample opportunity for the waxing of the appropriate skis and to ensure the appropriate amount of performance-enhancing sleep. Sovereign Lake Nordic Centre was host to the Sparkling Hill Masters World Cup event in 2011. This year the Masters World Cup was held in Vuokatti, Finland, where 16 energetic Sovereign Lake Nordic Club members joined 1,200 skiers from 30 countries to participate in nordic events Feb. 4 to 12.
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with the education that will allow them to revisit the way they look at substance use. One such way for parents is developing a realistic strategy around zero tolerance, said Taylor, who helps families do just that at Axis. “Don’t tell me that abstinence is unrealistic,” said Taylor, a parent himself of an eight- and 14-year-old, who both talk openly with their parents. Axis works with the Vernon school district, which refers students who have been caught under the influence or with drugs or alcohol at school. “People’s kids are going from experimenting to using on weekends to making a decision to use during the week and making a decision to use at school and that’s when we’re intervening. “It’s almost like it’s too late.” Having grown up in an environment where access to alcohol was free and easy, Taylor understands first-hand the difficulties of overcoming an addiction, particularly after it becomes a problem. But he adds: “It’s a treatable condition, I wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t.”
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The future of events still remains uncertain at an Armstrong retirement residence. No further action has occurred since late January when city council instructed administration to meet with Heaton Place over permitted uses.
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“We will have a meeting with them,” said Coun. Paul Britton Wednesday. In November, the city received a complaint from someone in the community about whether zoning at Heaton Place permitted events where products are sold. At the time, Heaton Place confirmed events where fees are charged to businesses for tables or space, and the revenue raised by the fee was going towards a hearing loop for residents of the facility. City administration instructed Heaton Place that the sale of goods through onsite vendors is not allowed within the current zoning. Britton is hopeful the issue can be resolved but he Paul Britton wouldn’t speculate on the next steps. “I’m not sure if we make text amendments to allow it in the residential zone,” he said. Heaton Place officials have defended the event with vendors. “Most important, is these events are for the benefit of our residents and are included in their social and recreational programming,” said manager Penny Christensen in a recent article. “With all of these positive attributes, I am hoping the City of Armstrong can rewrite the zoning bylaw to be more specific and allow these events for the wellness of the citizens of Armstrong.” The Armstrong Old Timers Activity Centre Association wants Heaton residents to get out into the broader community and support local services. “We feel that amending the bylaw so Heaton Place can compete with non-profits would endanger the viability of volunteer groups that are the heart of the community,” said Nancy Visser, association treasurer, in a letter to council. “We encourage council to stay the course and respectfully request that you do not amend the bylaw to accommodate private enterprise at the expense of your community oriented non-profit groups.”
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Valentine’s Day, a day for romance, a day when many people express their love with cards, candy, chocolate, flowers, hearts and special treats. It is said to be named for a Christian martyr dating back to the fifth century. Its origins really date from the Roman holiday Lupercalia, a fertility festival dedicated to Faunus, the Roman god of agriculture, and though this festival survived the initial rise of Christianity, it was outlawed at the end of the fifth century as it was deemed “un-Christian.” Today, Valentine’s Day contains vestiges of both Christian and ancient Roman tradition. Valentine gifts were popular as far back as the Middle Ages, though written Valentine’s didn’t begin to appear until after 1400. This year I’ve chosen easy-to-make recipes for kids, teens or those new to the baking experience, to guarantee them success. The first dessert is simple enough for a child to make for Dad or Mom, with a little help, and is especially appealing to the eye with favourites like sugar cookies and cherries. There is a delicious trifle, easy strawberry pancakes and peanut butter cups, always a favourite. Happy Valentine’s Day. Valentine’s Day Dessert 1 (18 ounce) package refrigerated sugar cookie dough 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese 1 cup confectioners’ sugar 1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Roll the cookie dough to 1/4inch thick and form it into a heart shape. Place the heart shape on a cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 10 minutes, or until the cookie is lightly brown on the edges. In a large mixing bowl, mix cream cheese with confectioner’s sugar. Spread the mixture on cooled cookie dough. Cover with cherry pie filling and whipped topping. Death by Chocolate Trifle 1 (19.8 ounce) package brownie mix 2 (3.9 ounce) packages instant chocolate pudding mix 3 (1.4 ounce) bars chocolate-covered English toffee 1 (16 ounce) package frozen whipped topping, thawed Prepare brownies according to package directions. Let cool. Mix pudding according to package directions.
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Strawberries and Cream Pancakes are the perfect breakfast treat on Valentine’s Day — or perhaps serve them up for a decadent dinner. In a glass punch bowl, layer in the following order: 1/2 of the brownie, crumbled; 1/2 of the pudding; 1 toffee bar, crushed; 1/2 of the whipped topping. Repeat layers in the same order. Save the last toffee bar to crumble and sprinkle on top before serving. Refrigerate. Best if made the day before you serve it. Strawberries and Cream Pancakes 3 cups (750 mL) sliced strawberries 1/4 cup (50 mL) sugar 2 cups (500 mL) Bisquick mix 1 cup (250 mL) milk 2 tbsp. (25 mL) sugar 1 tsp. (5 mL) vanilla 2 eggs 1-1/2 cups (375 mL) whipping (heavy) cream, whipped Mix strawberries and 1/4 cup sugar; set aside. Heat griddle or skillet over medium-high heat or electric griddle to 375 F; grease with cooking spray, vegetable oil or shortening. (Surface is ready when a few drops of water
sprinkled on it dance and disappear.) Stir Bisquick, milk, 2 tablespoons sugar, the vanilla and eggs until blended. Pour by slightly less than 1/4 cupfuls onto hot griddle. Cook until edges are dry. Turn; cook until golden. Keep pancakes warm while you finish flipping. Wrap pancakes in aluminum foil and place in a 300 F oven. Makes 12 pancakes. To serve, layer pancakes, strawberries and cream. Variation: With so many fresh fruits available year-round, you don’t have to limit yourself to strawberries. Imagine the possibilities: blueberries and cream, peaches and cream, bananas and cream. The choices are endless! Homemade Peanut Butter Cups 2 cups milk chocolate chips 2 tablespoons shortening 1/2 cup butter or margarine 1/2 cup crunchy peanut butter 1 cup confectioners’ sugar 2/3 cup graham cracker crumbs 30 mini (1-3/4 by 1-1/4 inch) paper cups for filling
In 1-quart saucepan combine chocolate chips and shortening. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until melted and smooth (3 to 5 minutes). Loosen top paper cup from stack, but leave in stack for greater stability while being coated. With small paint brush, coat inside top cup evenly with about 1 teaspoon melted chocolate to about 1/8-inch thickness, bringing coating almost to top of cup, but not over edge. Repeat until 30 cups are coated; refrigerate cups. In 2-quart saucepan combine butter or margarine and peanut butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until melted (4 to 6 minutes). Stir in confectioners’ sugar and graham cracker crumbs. Press about 1/2 tablespoon filling into each chocolate cup. Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon melted chocolate on top of filling; spread to cover. Freeze until firm (about 2 hours) carefully peel off paper cups. Store in the refrigerator.
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felt very excited to be in a room where within an hour more than $5,000 was going to be given to a local charity and with the emphasis on our community initiatives. In the end the amount raised was closer to $7,000 because Vernon being the generous community it is, 140 women came out for the 100 Women Who Care inaugural meeting. The participants make a commitment that over four meetings in one year they will contribute a total of $200 each; $50 per meeting and that will see four local charities receive the funds raised. The local Habitat for Humanity chapter is the first recipient and these dollars will go a long way to their lifechanging work. Having been in the business of raising funds for non-profits I know a gift of $7,000 can be extremely helpful. Many of our local non-profits need fundraised dollars to provide the services they do because even if they do receive government contracts those dollars do not cover all the needs. Working with non-profits the govern-
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ment is able to stretch their service provision because the non-profit costs are lower and can provide service often in innovative ways. I really want to be clear that the people working in non-profits deserve to be paid decent and comparable wages as they often have the same academic and work experience qualifications as their government colleagues and are doing very challenging work.
Funds like the Women Who Care money can pay for development of new program ideas, be used to pay for much-needed capital improvements, client supports, can be used to get more funds from other sources for matching funds. When I was at the Family Resource Centre, funds like this were used to start the Parenting Isn’t Easy program; counselling services for children who were grieving; client emergency funds and a host of others. Any of our groups would have great examples of how the funds can be very useful! There are many organizations in Vernon that will really appreciate this commu-
nity boost. Each often has a wish list where they can use extra dollars. In addition, four local organizations will receive a financial boost and this is a chance to educate 140-plus donors on the registered charitable services in our community and the benefits they provide. This in turn will hopefully see more dollars coming their way as well as volunteers and community champions who are promoting their value to their friends, colleagues and community. My friend and I were so caught up in the spirit of giving that we came up with a couple of more ways we could make a difference
in our community and I am sure many others did the same. Women Who Care is an international development and is another great example of grassroots initiatives that are improving our world. Hats off to the local women who initiated this in Vernon and to the group’s continual success. I heard that in Kelowna they have a “Men who give a Damn” group who are doing the same. Reaching out to these local organizations is going to make a difference. The way I see it, Vernon just keeps getting better, from our healthy living motto to our acts of kindness, we are making our world a better place to thrive.
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ukuleles for fun Meets Feb. 14 at the Army & Navy Club in The Hangar, beginners at 1:30 p.m., regular players at 2 p.m. A bass player is welcome. Listeners welcome, too! Please wear your heart for Valentine’s Day. For more info., call Jan at 250-542-4912. diamond ring raffle Vernon Women’s Transition House Society will be at Village Green Centre Feb. 14 selling tickets for their Diamond Ring Raffle. The ring, valued at $6,800, features 6 round brilliant cut diamonds, 0.76ct total, set in 14kt of white and yellow gold. Come down to get your ticket before they’re gone! dancing light display For the duration of Carnival, Voila Hair Studio has kept up its amazing Christmas light display. The lights are set in time to the music (tune to 88.1 FM) and run every evening from 5 to 10 p.m. until Feb. 14. This is a free, family event to enjoy during Winter Carnival at 4105 Pleasant Valley Rd. armstrong seniors activity centre Valentine’s concert Feb. 14 at 3 p.m. at the centre. Tickets $14, available at Chocoliro Chocolate Store on PV Road or call Nancy at 250-546-8158. Music by The Great Plains — Darrel and Saskia (bluegrass, folk, Celtic). Coffee, tea, goodies: it doesn’t get any sweeter than that! special olympics: learn to inline skate Children, youth and adults with an intellectual disability are invited to try skating without ice, Feb. 14 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Vernon Boys and Girls Club, 3300–37th Ave. For info. or to register, contact Reanne Holden at rholden@specialolympics.bc.ca or 778-581-0511. community hu song Learn how to gain a higher perspective and get answers to life’s challenges, join other open-hearted people in this nondenominational non-directed experience with this transformational sound. Feb. 14 at 11:15 a.m. it’s 20 minutes of HU followed by a few minutes of silence. non-denominational bible talks Given weekly on Sundays at 3:30 p.m. at the Schubert Centre until Feb. 28. All are welcome without obligation. Garth Cook and Verdun Korvemaker. vernon treatment centre Do you or a loved one have an alcohol/drug and/or other addiction problem? We can help! Day and evening courses available. Call 542-6151 for info. breakfast & mega meat draw Eagles Hall, 5101-25th Ave., next to The Morning Star. Every week, we serve the best breakfast in town, 8 to 11 a.m., only $7; eggs Benedict $8, coffee included. Mega meat draw takes place the second and last Sunday of the month starting at 2 p.m., with meat supplied by Grillers Meat.
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north okanagan optimist club meets Feb. 15 from 7 to 9 p.m. at The Pantry, 3908-32nd St. The Optimists are coordinating the 2016 Heritage Fair (April 8) and Unplug and PLaY WEEK (April 30 - May 8). Organizations interested in offering a free or low-cost activity may contact unplugandplayvernon@ gmail.com. “Science & Nature” is the theme and it’s hoped that a child’s personal experience with nature may promote concern for the environment and encourage an active lifestyle. If “Bringing Out The Best In Kids” appeals to you and you are searching for a strong organization to become involved with, do come to check us out. We’d be happy to meet you, as new Optimists are always welcome! http://northokanaganoptimistclub.org/ canadian federation of university women The Vernon Club holds lunch meeting Feb. 15 at Schubert Centre, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost is $15 for members and guests. Speaker: Denise Lyons on “Is Tai Chi for you?” Info., call 250-545-6171. society of open learning and discussion S.O.L.D.
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t’s the Carter Classic Memorial Dual Slalom FUNdrai$er and disAbility Awareness Day Feb. 20. Join SSASS (Silver Star Adaptive Snow Sports) at Silver Star for the Carter Classic fun recreation “race.” Both able-bodied skiers/ boarders and skiers/ boarders with disabilities are welcome. Enter a team by contacting SSASS (we’ll match you with an adaptive skier). Team members collect donations to help support SSASS programs. No racing skills are required and “ski safe” costumes are encouraged. “DisAbility” Games will be held in the village all day with equipment that SSASS uses to assist persons with disabilities. Activities will conclude with the SSASS No Barriers raffle draw at 3 p.m. Info., visit www.ssass.bc.ca, email info@ssass.bc.ca or call 250-260-3737. meets Mondays at the People Place from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Everyone is welcome to join us. Feb. 15 speaker is S.O.L.D. member Don Watts with a presentation, “A Peregrination through the enriched life of a Canadian Scientist.” georgette thrift shop “The Worlds Favourite Store” holds its Back up the Truck Sale! Tons of clothing at $2 or at half price of our already ridiculously low prices. The best deals in town! Your purchases support local mental health programs — thank you! We are open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday and 9 a.m. to 4 Saturday at 3100-28 Ave. vernon pickleball Mondays, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., lessons and beginner play, Okanagan Landing School. Info., vernonpickleball@gmail.com or call Nancy at 250-503-6631. home to the end society offers time out Program designed for the elderly who are isolated or who are unable to attend regular community activities, such as those with mild dementia. Program also provides relief for the caregivers. All participants must register prior to attending sessions. Each three-hour session runs Mondays at People Place in Vernon, room 003, for $30. Clients participate in a comfortable group setting with support from our caring staff who provide recreational and therapeutic activities. Space limited, so early registration recommended to reserve a spot for your loved one. Please call Leslie or Lucia at 778-212-4046 in Vernon. For info., see www.hometotheend.com yoga in the chair classes (& breathing exercises) Schubert Centre, Mondays 1 to 2 p.m. Improves energy, boosts immunity, healing, increases mobility and range of motion, flexibility and circulation, returns the body, mind and spirit to balance and overall wellbeing. Everyone welcome! By donation. Info., blueeagleyoga@shaw.ca or visit blueeagleyoga.com little owl family circle Free drop-in for preschool-age children and parents Mondays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Peace Lutheran Church, 1204-30th Ave. Check us out on Facebook. enderby cliff quilters meet First, third and fifth Mondays from 1 to 4 p.m., we now meet at the Enderby Seniors Complex on George St. Bring your machine and sew on your individual project or a group project. New members always welcome. For more info., call Bonnie at 250-838-7024 or June at 250-838-5655. vernon accordion club Dancers and listeners are invited to come and enjoy two hours of accordion music that includes waltzes, polkas, foxtrots, schottisches, and Latin. Every Monday 7-9 p.m. at the Halina Centre. Accordion players, come join us on stage. For more info., call 250-546-3192. living with a compulsive gambler? Someone you love have a gambling problem? You’re not alone! Please come to a Gam-Anon meeting Mondays at 7 p.m. (except holidays) at Trinity Baptist Church, 1905 Springfield Rd., Kelowna, room 201, use south entrance. It’s worth the drive! Gam-Anon is a fellowship for all people affected by the gambling problem.
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fun time at halina seniors centre Mondays 1 - 3 p.m., runs every first and third Monday of the month. Come to first one and plan out games for the upcoming weeks. A time to have fun and learn. Cost: 50 cents/session. Everyone 50+ welcome! Centre is at 3310-37th Ave., behind Rec Centre. Info., 250-542-2877.a halina seniors’ centre Hand and Foot Canasta takes place Mondays and Fridays, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Everyone 50+ welcome. Cost: $1. We are at 3310-37th Ave., behind the Rec. Centre. Call 250-542-2877 for more information. tops (take off pounds sensibly) meets Mondays at First Baptist Church, 1406-32nd Ave. Weigh-in from 6 to 6:45 p.m. with meeting from 7 to 8 p.m. All ages welcome. Call Joan at 250-542-9328 or Judy at 250-545-5491. youth opportunities unlimited (you) Peer support group for youth and young adults with a variety of disabilities at Independent Living Vernon, meets Mondays 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at People Place, 3402-27th Ave. Great group for youth with disabilities, ages 16-29. Main goals are to meet other youth with similar interests, build skills for independence and networking in the community, while feeling encouraged and supported in a safe environment. Joining is free. Usually snacks and games planned. Info., Crystal Compton at 250-545-9292 or e-mail crystal@ilvernon.ca aa meetings Monday to Sunday 7 a.m., 3204 Alexis Park Dr.; this is an open meeting and is handicap accessible. Monday to Friday, noon, open, VTC, 2810-48th Ave. (H) Women in Recovery Group (H), closed, 7 p.m., Albert Place, 3610-25th Ave., Vernon. (X). Open meeting at 8 p.m., Lutheran Church, 1204-30 Ave., Vernon. Cornerstone group for men; closed; Mondays at 8 p.m.; handicap access, Vernon Alano Club, 3204 Alexis Park Dr., and open meeting 5 p.m. daily. Cherryville meeting (X), open, 7 p.m., 7th-Day Adventist Church, Holmes Rd. (H) Handic. Access (X) No access. Info., call 250-545-4933. the schubert centre has cards Every day you can find at least one game of cards being played. Monday is pinochle from noon to 3 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday is bridge 1 to 3:30 p.m., crib 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. and 7 p.m., canasta noon to 3 p.m., Wednesday is Scrabble 10 to 11:30 a.m., Friday is canasta at 1 p.m. Members are $1 and non-members $2. All are welcome. monday night vernon toastmasters Do you need training in leadership? Would you like to communicate more effectively? Toastmasters is a learn-at-your-own-pace program. We welcome you to come and see what the Toastmasters program can do for you. We meet in the coffee shop in the Schubert Centre Mondays 7:30 p.m. Info., call Barb at 250-542 -0925.
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dementia dialogues Feb. 16, Understanding Behaviour, free Alzheimer Society of B.C. workshop, 10 a.m. to noon, The People Place, 3402-27th Ave. in Vernon. Pre-registration required: Carly Gronlund at 250-860-0305 or email cgronlund@alzheimerbc.org. life in residential care Feb. 16, free Alzheimer Society of B.C. workshop, 1 to 3 p.m., The People Place, 3402-27th Ave. in Vernon. Pre-registration required: Carly Gronlund at 250860-0305 or email cgronlund@alzheimerbc.org. The Vernon Senior Citizens vernon seniors oapo branch 6 meets Feb. Recreational Society 16 at 1:30 p.m. at Schubert Centre, with a speaker from Vernon Tourism on Vernon murals, card Bingo, socialize (a.k.a. The Halina Seniors Centre) ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING with refreshments. All members and visitors welcome. la leche league All are welcome to come and ask Wed, Feb. 17, 2016 • 10:00 AM any questions as well as network with other breastfeeding Halina Room, 3310 - 37 Avenue, Vernon moms. Expecting moms also welcome, as are young children. Meetings the first Tuesday of every month at 9 a.m. Voting Rights: Previous members must have paid their membership for 2016 by January 31 and be in good and third Tuesday of every month 7 p.m., all at the ALLo standing in order to vote. New member(s) must have Wellness Centre, #104, 4708-34th St., Vernon. Info., call been accepted into the Society sixty (60) days prior to the or text leaders Elisabeth Gratz at 604-865-0337 or Laura meeting in order tovote at the meeting. NOTE: If you wish to run for the board, you must be a member in good standing. Meikle at 250-260-3846 (home) or 250-309-4992 (cell).
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meditation group at the vernon library Join Okanagan Oneness Blessing, a non-denominational meditation group, to learn and practise meditation. No experience is necessary, only an open mind and heart. Free and all are welcome to attend. Drop-in. Every Tuesday, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the meeting room (downstairs). the mission dollar bin thrift store Feb. 16 to 20, fill a bag for a toonie all week. Clothing, shoes, books, movies, dishes, etc., all included. While there, help support our volunteers as they walk in the Upper Room Mission’s Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser Feb. 20. Open Tuesday to Saturday, 9 til 5ish at 3008-34th St. Volunteer-run, all proceeds go directly to Upper Room Mission. Thank you for supporting the less fortunate in our community. chess night at the vernon library Come play the game of kings! Everyone is welcome, from beginners to seasoned players. Every Tuesday 6 to 9 p.m., upstairs in the library (just outside the computer lab). open crib every Tuesday 1 to 3:30 p.m. at Schubert Centre. We would like you to come and join us to play competitive cards and meet some new friends. bingo at the halina seniors centre every Tuesday from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Everyone 19+ welcome! Doors open 11:30 a.m. The centre is located behind the Rec Centre at 3310-37th Ave. Info., call 250-542-2877. book study at the centre for spiritual living Join us every Tuesday at 3:30 at the centre, 2913-29 Ave. The book study now is based on The Adventure of Self Discovery, which is available in our bookstore. For more info., call 250-549-4399. single friends 60+ Weekly coffee meets Tuesdays at 10 a.m. at the food court, Village Green Centre. Come out for coffee and pick up an activity list. Join us, there is no membership fee. Our group has been meeting for 13 years, we have fun and do all kinds of activities. Wood carving club meets tuesdays We meet Tuesdays 1 to 4 p.m. at the Vernon Community Arts Centre, Polson Park behind the science centre. Info., Liz Doucette at 250-260-6043, 250-306-2684 or shelinek@hotmail.com overcomers’ meeting If you’re totally happy with the direction your life is going, great! If not, perhaps you should consider Overcomers. Overcomers provides timely, measurable and attainable goals for dealing with personal issues of brokenness in a safe, caring environment. A 16-week program with daily journaling and a weekly meeting takes place Tuesdays 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Family Church, 3508-25th Ave., Vernon (back door). For info., call Harold at 250-503-4582, Bev at 250-545-9648 or Tod at 250-550-8145. teach & play for kids Tuesdays from 10 to 11 a.m., Aboriginal Infant and Early Childhood Development Centre. For more info., call 250-542-7578. vernon flying club & copa flight 65 Meets the third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at 6210 Tronson Rd., Vernon Airport. You don’t have to have an aircraft to join, just an interest in general aviation and camaraderie. Koffee Klatch meets daily at 10 a.m. Come and check us out. Info., Marion at 250-542-1740. lumby Women’s (55+) tuesday’s together meet twice a month; the third Tuesday of the month the ladies meet at the seniors’ drop-in, 1751 Glencaird St. at 11:30 and car-pool to lunch. On the fourth Tuesday of the month the ladies meet 1 - 3 p.m. for a social get-together for socializing at the seniors’ drop-in, 1751 Glencaird St. halina seniors centre Come out for a fun game of bingo every Tuesday from 1 to 3:30 p.m., 3310-37th Ave., behind the Rec Centre. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. All 19 and over welcome. For more information, call 250-542-2877. aa meetings tuesdays Monday to Sunday 7 a.m., 3204 Alexis Park Dr.; open meeting and handicap accessible. Monday to Friday, noon, open, VTC, 2810-48th Ave. (H) . Open meeting (X) 7 p.m., Albert Place, 3610-25th Ave., Vernon. Meeting (H) open, 7:30 p.m., Seaton Centre, 1340 Polson Dr., Vernon. (H) . Open meeting, 3204 Alexis Park Dr., 5 p.m. daily. Handicap access (X) no access. Info., 250-545-4933.
bring your machine and/or serger. Questions or if you need a ride, please phone Judy at 778-212-8877. vernon hi noon toastmasters holds speech day We are inviting the public to come on down to The Pantry (3908-32nd St.) Feb. 17 from noon to 1 p.m. This is a great free-of-charge opportunity to come see what Toastmasters is all about. the vernon camera club holds open house Feb. 17 at the Coat Check Gallery of the Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Please join us to see the great work our members have done over the past year. Members will be on hand to discuss their work and refreshments will be served. This will be your only chance to see the gallery unless you attend an event at the centre. raising spirits fundraiser for the united Way Feb. 18, Vernon Rec Centre 4:30 to 7 p.m. Last year we had 31 wineries, beer crafters and spirit distillers pouring their products. The $25 ticket includes samples of food, snacks, drinks. Also a silent auction (items donated by vendors) and 50/50 draw. Free shuttle home in local area by Stutters Disaster Kleenup. Tickets must be purchased in advance and are non-refundable. Now on sale at the following locations: Sir Winston’s Liquor Store, Kalamalka Liquor Store, Village Green Liquor Store, 30th Street Liquor Store, BX Creek Liquor Store, Vernon Square Liquor Store, Eastside Liquor Store, United Way Office (3304A-30th Ave.) online at www.unitedwaynocs.com events page or call 250-549-1346.
answers, do’s and don’ts, etc. Feedback from this type of casual meeting has told us that people attending have found them helpful and enjoyable. All welcome. Info., Nell Friesen at 250-549-1580. dance: enderby seniors’ complex Feb. 19 from 2 to 4 p.m., Out in Left Field will be playing. Enjoy afternoon of music with coffee and snacks for only $5. All welcome. buddhist meditation class Feb. 19, 7 to 8:30 p.m. at W.L. Seaton Centre, 1340 Polson Dr. The class topic will be “Awakening the Heart.” Drop-in class consists of guided meditations and a teaching. Suggested donation $10. For info., see www. dorjechang.ca or call 250-558-0952. No fragrance please. keloWna singles club dance Feb. 20 at Rutland Centennial Hall (Kelowna). Doors open 6:30 p.m., dance 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Live band: Vic & Dance Band. Bar and snacks available. Dress code: no sweatpants, running shoes or ball caps. Members, $10; non-members, $13. Memberships, $15. Info., 250-763-6738. Members, please come out and support your singles club. Our dances are open to everyone. Enjoy the music and dancing. become a volunteer at hospice house Hospice invites you to attend an information session on becoming a volunteer. Session runs one hour Feb. 20 at 10 a.m. or Feb. 23 at 1 p.m. This info. session is designed to give you an overview of Hospice volunteering. Once certain conditions are put in place you will be invited to participate in our spring training March 19, April 2, 16, 30, May 14 and 28 from 9 a.m. to noon. Please register for one of the info. sessions by contacting Leigh at 250-503-1800, ext. 110. st. david’s day dinner The Shuswap Welsh Society invites you to our dinner Feb. 27 at 5th Avenue Seniors’ Centre in Salmon Arm. Tickets $25 and must be purchased by Feb. 20. Doors open 5 p.m., dinner 6 p.m. with complimentary wine. Details, 250-832-4415 or 250-832-3213. annual mackenzie camp dinner theatre meeting Do you love live theatre? Do you love to entertain? Eager to be on stage? Then this is for you! Meeting Feb. 21 at 1 p.m., Saint Andrew’s United Church in Enderby. Participants must be prepared to sing, dance and act. Info., Linzy at joy. of.music@hotmail.com. heirloom seed savings presentation & potluck Everyone is welcome to join the Food Action Society (FASNO) Feb. 22 at 6 p.m. at the Vernon library to learn about Okanagan College’s Seed Library from the founder, Karen Friesen. Bring a plate, cutlery, cup and a dish to share. Following the presentation we will hold brief AGM for members and guests. If you wish to support food security in the North Okan., you too, can join FASNO for a modest $10 per year. Info., 250-275-8814. inner peace movement National program director Judy Guido will be in Vernon Feb. 23 at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. to present 90-minute talks that are an opportunity to help people understand themselves and their experiences. Topics covered of interest to many people searching for answers. Sandman Hotel, 4201-32 St. All welcome! the vernon & dist. garden club meets Feb. 23 at 7:30 p.m. in Arts Centre, 2704A Hwy 6, in Polson Park behind Science Centre. Hypertufa demonstration in lieu of a speaker. Those attending will get an opportunity to make their own hypertufa container. There will be a mini flower show featured at the meeting. Visitors welcome. Info., call 250-549-2189. free confidential kidney health screening Feb. 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at White Valley Community Centre, 2250 Shields Ave., Lumby. Pre-registration required. The Kidney Foundation of Canada, B.C. branch and Lumby Health Society are offering screening opportunity for those who are at risk for kidney disease. In B.C. an estimated one in 25 people will develop kidney disease and most will not know it until they have some form of kidney failure. Call 250-547-9741 to book your appointment. foster parents needed in the vernon area Attend Introduction to Fostering to find out how you can become a foster parent and make a difference for children and youth in our community. Feb. 24 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the People Place. Registration required. For more information, or to register, please contact Noelle at 250-558-0939 or noksupport@okfosterparents.ca old age pensioner organization cribbage Tournament Feb. 25. Registration at 9 a.m., games start at 10 a.m. sharp; $30 per team includes hot lunch, coffee, etc. Pre-registrater by calling 250-762- 6208 or 250-766-5437 or email to lsdmjb@yahoo.com free appointments for digestive health Feb. 25 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lumby Health Centre, 2135 Norris Ave. Book individual appointment by calling 250-547-9741. Jenifer Ziemer, RHN, will discuss the following at your appointment: evaluate food selection, preparation and intake; lifestyle and well-being; identifying nutritional imbalances and lifestyle habits.
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days for girls seWing Workbee Feb. 17 at the Vernon Alliance Church Arbor from 1-4 p.m. Coffee and goodies served! Come and join in, even if you’re not a sewer. There are other parts to our project that need help doing and then, during our March workbee, we’ll be packing kits to go to Haiti. If you sew, please
vernon questers presents Hand Analysis and Life Purpose Guidance with Sivona Martin Feb. 18 at 7 p.m., OKCPL 2913-29th Ave. Cost $5. White Spot dinner hosted by Jacqui, 5 p.m. live model draWing Feb. 18 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Vernon Public Art Gallery. No experience required, just bring your drawing materials of choice, easels are provided. Models are experienced, male and female, nude or draped. Participants must be over 19. Sessions limited to 12 participants. Enjoy coffee and tea break in the middle of the session with cookies served. Preregistration required: $10 members, $20 for non-members. Gallery is at 3228 - 31st Ave. Info., call 250-545-3173, see www.vernonpublicartgallery.com or e-mail info@vernonpublicartgallery.com the community seniors’ felloWship luncheon Feb. 18 at Okanagan Landing Church at 10:45 a.m. “Love” is the theme! There will be special music by saxophonist Garry Jespersen and Miriam Keith and a special message by Garry. You will enjoy group singing with Karl and the Sing-Along Band and a delicious lunch! Come, bring a friend and enjoy great fellowship! hoW to change the World Feb. 18, Vernon library, 6:30 to 9 p.m. Join us to learn how Greenpeace and the modern “green” movement started, complete with scary action video from early ventures, Greenpeace’s growing pains, and balancing political vs personal problems. One of Greenpeace’s founders lives in Vernon! Sponsors: RDNO, ORL and SENS. This is the third of four documentaries shown as part of the Sustainability Film Fest. the vernon parkinson support group meets The third Thursday of the month (except July and August). We meet Feb. 18 at People Place at 1 p.m. There is no speaker this month and instead will be a relaxing sharing of experiences, questions/
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Russian pianist finds his ‘keys’ in Canada Sergei Saratovsky to give NOCCA’s old piano a workout when he performs in Vernon Feb. 21 Kristin Froneman Morning Star Staff
It will be one of the last performances on its well-worn keys. The North Okanagan Community Concert Association (NOCCA) is welcoming one of the country’s most respected pianists back to the bench of its 1887 ninefoot Hamburg Steinway concert grand piano before it is replaced in the fall with the recently purchased 1978 Hamburg Steinway, currently being restored in White Rock. It was three years ago that Russian-born pianist Sergei Saratovsky performed in Vernon when he was booked as a last minute replacement for Ruston Vuori, who had to cancel his performance with the NOCCA due to health reasons. “It’s a wonderful piano,” said Saratovsky on the phone from his Vancouver home. “I remember the warm hospitality I received from the concert association and the great welcoming people both on the stage and off. I also remember the nice hall.” Saratovsky is referring to the Performing Arts Centre, where he will perform Feb. 21. Saratovsky will perform a program that includes some of the greatest composers for piano: Scarlotti, Chopin, Debussy, Liszt, Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninoff. “Even with the popular composers, not all their music is what you would consider crowd pleasers,” said Saratovsky. “There are the waltzes and some joyous works here, but there are also some serious sonatas by Liszt. His Après une Lecture du Dante: Fantasia quasi Sonata is based on Dante’s Divine Comedy. It is about death and resurrection.” Saratovsky has spent the last 14 years in Canada. Born to a family of musicians in his native Russia, Saratovsky came to Canada to study for his master’s in piano performance at Brandon University in Manitoba. “When I arrived in Brandon, it was a similar landscape to my home with the snow and it was minus 30 degrees, which was no problem. (However,) the culture was very different,” he said. “Luckily I knew some English and I have had an advantage to communicate through the piano.
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sergei saratovsky sits down at the piano to perform the next concert in the north okanagan Community Concert association’s 2015-16 season. “I always give comments between my pieces, even if my speech isn’t great.” In 2012, Saratovsky completed his education at the University of British Columbia, where he studied with Jane Coop, receiving his doctorate in music studies. “This is an excellent country, but there are some financial problems and art is not as supported. It’s good that there are many volunteers and many communities have concert societies,” he said. “In Russia, although there is a long history of varied arts and culture, over 1,000 years, most of it is contained in the big cities - the museums, the orchestra and ballet. The city the size of say Kelowna wouldn’t have anything.” Luckily, in Saratovsky’s hometown of Karelia, which is located near the Finland border and has a population of approximately 300,000 people, there was the Petrozavodsk State Glazunov Conservatory, where Saratovsky first graduated with a bachelor of music in piano performance.
Recognized for his musical achievement, he received an award from Russian president Vladimir Putin. The pianist, who has received many other awards since, returns to his homeland annually, and brought his Russian-born wife to live in Canada a year and a half ago. Saratovsky also performs in a four-hand piano duo with his younger brother, Nikolai, who is based in Moscow. The brothers performed together in Russia and embarked on a tour of B.C. last year. “Not every home has two pianos, and it’s hard to find two pianos with the same quality tuning, so we thought we’d play on one,” explained Saratovsky. In addition to his performing career, Saratovsky is an instructor and in September started teaching at the Vancouver Symphony School of Music. “I used to give master classes there and now I am teaching two-to-three days a week. I make sure teaching doesn’t overwhelm my own playing,” he said.
While in the Okanagan, Saratovsky will give private lessons to some music lovers in Vernon, and will also conduct master classes at the Kelowna Community Music School. “I pass what I’ve learned to my students and I also learn from them, such as new repertoire. It’s two sides of the coin,” he said. “Music is an art. It’s not just about technique or about playing fast and loud. It’s not about winning a competition or a diploma. There’s the intellectual side, the performance and the research on the composer. You can’t interpret the piece without really knowing it. Fifty per cent of my goal is to get a deeper understanding of the art and life of a piece.” That will be heard when Saratovsky gives life to the old Steinway when he performs for the North Okanagan Community Concert Association, Sunday, Feb. 21 at 2 p.m. Single concert tickets and pro-rated season tickets can be purchased at the Ticket Seller box office. Call 250-549-7469 or visit www.ticketseller.ca.
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The fun never ends
he next few weeks are a feast of events to choose from. Think of it like a potluck: there’s something on the table for everyone – and half the neighbourhood, too. The Okanagan Symphony Orchestra is back at the Performing Arts Centre this Brian van Wensem evening at 7 p.m. for their performance of Heroes and Heroines. The versatile James Campbell, one of the world’s foremost clarinetists, joins the symphony on stage for an evening of classics and jazz with music selections from Beethoven, Benny Goodman and more. There is a pre-concert talk at 6 p.m. in the Marie Fleming Hall and the music starts at 7:30 p.m. in the main auditorium. Call the Ticket Seller at 250549-SHOW (7469) or go online at www.ticketseller.ca for your tickets. The North Okanagan Community Concert Association presents RussianCanadian pianist Sergei Saratovsky at the Performing Arts Centre Sunday, Feb. 21. Since his last visit to Vernon in 2013, Saratovsky has performed concerts around the world and turned in a piano duo with his Moscow-based brother. The concert starts at 2 p.m. and tickets are still available through the Ticket Seller, 250549-SHOW (7469). The Performing Arts Centre
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Society’s Morning Melodies series continues Tuesday, Feb. 23 when violist Nicolo Eugelmi joins pianist Sarah Hagen for an intimate classical music concert. Arrive at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre at 10 a.m. for coffee, tea, treats and a chance to chat with the musicians. The 70-minute concert starts at 10:30 a.m. in the Marie Fleming Hall. Call the box office at 549-SHOW (7469) for your tickets. Waiting in the Wings, Powerhouse Theatre’s winter comedy about drama in a retirement home for actresses, is set to begin Feb. 24. Performances are most evenings through to March 5, with matinees on weekends. For a complete list of showtimes, visit the Ticket Seller website at www.ticketseller.ca or call 250-549-SHOW (7469). Vancouver Opera is on the Performing Arts Centre stage Feb. 25 with their production of Stickboy. Written by world-renowned poet-spoken word artist Shane Koyczan, this modern opera is bravely autobiographical, beautifully poetic and visually stunning and tells the story of a young boy struggling to find his place in a world that demands conformity and uniformity. Showtime is 7 p.m. and you can call the box office for your tickets. It’s a fun evening of Broadway Showstoppers at the Performing Arts Centre Feb. 27. Students from Center Stage Performing Arts Academy and Lights of Broadway will perform selections ranging from Wicked to Chicago, Mary Poppins and more. The show starts at 7 p.m. and tickets can be purchased
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With a Juno nomination for best rock album of the year, The Sheepdogs continue their commitment to rock n’ roll excellence. The band makes a tour stop at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Monday, Feb. 22 on the heels of releasing their fifth studio album Future Nostalgia. The music starts at 7:30 p.m. and tickets are still available at the Ticket Seller box office. through the box office. Baroque, Mostly is an evening of Baroque instrumental and vocal music presented by Early Music Okanagan. Tenor Paul Moore will be joined by soprano Tracy Fehr, OKO BAROQUO, plus the Inspirati Chorale and others, performing pieces by Vivaldi, Handel, Purcell, and more. The concert is at the All Saints Anglican Church Feb. 27 starting at 7 p.m. and tickets can be purchased at 549-SHOW (7469). And the Vernon Folk-Roots Music Society presents Annie Lou at the Vernon Atrium Hotel & Conference Centre Feb. 27 at 7:30 p.m. Creating songs steeped in the flavours of Old Time Mountain, Appalachian, Country and Bluegrass music, Annie Lou brings superb musicianship and joyful energy to the stage along with three accompanying acoustic musicians. Call 250-549-SHOW (7469) for your tickets. Enjoy the shows!
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OKO Baroquo members Cuyler Page, left, Suzanne Zeindler, Carole Ruth, Leslie Uhlig and Jim Leonard take part in Early Music Okanagan’s Baroque, mostly concert at Vernon’s All Saints Anglican Church Feb. 27.
Early music experiences its renaissance all over the world. As music of medieval, renaissance and baroque eras becomes more popular, more musicians and ensembles make this music their specialty. Early Music Okanagan (EMO) is a new project of Okanagan musicians who have teamed up in an attempt to popularize early music in the community. “The beauty of early music is that it can be performed not just by big symphony orchestras in huge concert halls, actually, it sounds more appropriate and authentic in smaller spaces and with fewer instruments and voices,” said Natalia Polchenko, an alto who sings in the Inspirati Chorale, which is about to take part in EMO’s
inaugural performance, BAROQUE, mostly. “EMO is an opportunity to combine the individual efforts, so the sum effect might become greater than the parts,” she said. “With combined efforts, the more complex and ambitious musical projects are becoming a possibility. Early Music Okanagan invites all enthusiasts of early music to collaborate so our community (can) have more opportunities and choices in enjoying this fabulous music.” In the concerts, musicians will perform sacred and secular music by Vivaldi, Handel, Purcell, and others. The program includes vocal and instrumental music from 16th, 17th and 18th centuries. “The instruments and singers are not amplified. This way music-making becomes more immediate and intimate,” said Polchenko. “Churches with good acoustics are perfect venues for early music concerts. And if a group of musicians can be found who are able and willing to dedicate their time and expertise to promoting this music, it can result in magic of ancient music becoming alive again.” The upcoming performance will star soprano Tracy Fehr, who is an early music specialist from the South Okanagan, and Vernon tenor Paul Moore, who will also lead the Inspirati Chorale, an a cappella vocal ensemble. Also on the bill is the OKO Baroquo, a period instrument ensemble featuring Leslie Uhlig on flute, Carole Ruth on baroque violin and viola, Suzanne Zeindler on viola, Cuyler Page on baroque oboe and bass dulcian (a renaissance woodwind instrument), and Jim Leonard on continuo organ. “The musicians who formed OKO Baroquo, honed their musical skills by playing professionally in symphony orchestras and chamber ensembles, teaching music, or using it as a therapy... They all have impressive track records,” said Polchenko. BAROQUE, mostly takes place in Vernon Saturday, Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. at All Saints Anglican Church (3205 27th St.). Tickets are on sale at the Ticket Seller, online at www.ticketseller.ca or call 250-549-7469. Cost is $27 for adults, and $25 for seniors/students. Concerts will also be held in Salmon Arm Feb. 23 and Kelowna Feb. 26. More information about the project and concerts can be found online at www.earlymusicokanagan.ca.
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oy (Brie Larson) has been held captive for seven years in a soundproof room. Her five-yearold son Jack (Jacob Tremblay) has never known Taylor and Howe anything outside the room. Now that Jack is old enough to understand the situation he has been raised in, Joy devises a plan to escape their captor. We say, “Room is extremely effective.” TAYLOR: I was moved several times in this film. I’m a sucker for movies with sad kids, but I think anyone would be. Room has a high tensionto-release ratio that repeats and then makes you develop an understanding for the damages done to mother and son, the two main characters. It is simple yet deep, sad and yet happy. Room is a story that could have been told in any time, in any place. It is universal and never ending. We all love our kids. We all create lives out of what life we’re given. HOWE: What a movie. We have been doing this for four years now and I can honestly say that this is the most moving film I have seen since I started reviewing. I can’t remember a movie that has had me well up so many times or had me on the edge of my seat, silently screaming for the
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Joy (Brie Larson) and her son Jack (Jacob Tremblay) enjoy some sunshine in Room. little boy to get away. TAYLOR: Jacob Tremblay’s performance was very good, but they also captured what it was like to be him, via cinematography and editing. The overwhelming nature of everything outside the room is made very clear and makes for an interesting cinematic experience. The film is also very subtle. Great passages of information unfold in expressions or offhand comments. I’m sure subsequent viewings would reveal even more. This is a very well thought-out, extremely well made film. HOWE: Do you know if the Academy Awards has an age restriction for best actor nominees, because for the life of me I can’t understand why Jacob Tremblay (by the way, he’s from Vancouver) has not been nominated. If I was DiCaprio, Bryan Cranston and the rest of the nominees, I would be very
relieved. Amazing performance from a nine year old. TAYLOR: The realness of the different reactions their family has for this very unusual situation makes for a fascinating character study. Everyone was very well played. Everything really came together for this film. I can find no fault. HOWE: Larson’s performance as Ma is worthy of an Oscar nod alone. Joan Allen, William H. Macy and Tom McCamus play their roles effortlessly as the parents having to deal with not just the relief of finding out their daughter is alive after seven years, but are also grandparents and each dealing with how the whole saga has affected the family. Fantastic movie. – Howe gives Room 5 slices of cheese on toast out of 5. – Taylor gives it 5 numeric codes out of 5.
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FAMILY MATINEES SUNDAY Norm Of The North - 90 Min Showing 11:10 AM Sunday - Rated – General Nominated For 5 Academy Awards Including Best Picture & Best Director Big Short - 130 Min - Steve Carell, Christian Bale, Ryan Gosling, Brad Pitt
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while easing my tension, we plod on. The people of Grenada all seem to have these spirited gifts. Maybe it stems from the love they feel for their country and the relaxed laid back lifestyles they share. The paradisiacal island is located in the eastern Caribbean, just 100 miles north of Venezuela. It boasts 440 picturesque square kilometers, one sixth of which is preserved as parks and natural wildlife sanctuaries. As well as being the island’s central focal point, Grand Etang National Park is home to a 13-acre lake in a volcanic crater 1,740 feet above sea level, and to numerous hikes, such as this one, leading to Seven Sisters Waterfalls. For more than three decades, Henry’s Safari Tours have been instru-
mental in literally leading the way through the dense tropical rainforests, and as I discover during this journey, our guide’s easy rhythms are matched by his skilled leadership. Paul shares his vast knowledge of the abundant flora that embraces our route, and rattles off the names of tropical flowers as if they were his best friends. Towering mahoganies and giant gommier trees unite with broadleafed ferns and vinedraped Fijis. Bunches of bamboo shoot skyward like piles of pick-up sticks, trunks of banyan trees fan out like well-played accordions and countless towering palm fronds billow above in the sultry breeze. As well as hosting opossums, armadillos, mongoose, and Mona monkeys, the lush vegetation provides shelter for frogs and chameleon-like lizards that can grow up to four feet long. Although we aren’t privy to any sightings today, Paul’s authentic cries of the wild are certainly close enough for my liking. There’s a special hush about the rainforest that infuses an inner peace, a definite tranquility and oneness with nature, and during the trek I feel a sense of wonder, and the realization that I’m just a small
part of this picture. We saunter on in our own quiet thoughts, and in just under an hour, we reach our aquatic oasis. Clear emerald water funnels through a narrow gorge and plunges from a steep precipice, into the white frothy pool. The torrent cascades over a second, smaller rocky outcropping, before spilling into another pond where I’m lured in for a dip. Other than a school of tiny fish, there are no intruders. It’s truly a place that epitomizes paradise. Included in this tour package is a basket lunch which Paul splays out before me: fried chicken, sandwich fixings, bananas, oranges, papaya and enough locally-grown goods to feed a hoard of hungry hikers. We picnic on river boulders and, in silence, reflect on the surrounding beauty. Sunshine filters through the overgrowth and glistens off the clear plunge pools. Multihued birds twitter from forest flora. The sounds and smells of nature fill our senses. And though my white Nikes now look like muddy galoshes, when we eventually stroll away, I have a newfound feeling of humility. Jane Cassie is with Travel Writers’ Tales.
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In loving memory of Raymond Neilson, one of life’s warriors, finally defeated by cancer. Handyman, fisherman, bridge player, marmalade maker, political aficionado. He will be greatly missed by his wife, Karin, four children, five grandchildren and his many friends. A celebration of Ray’s life will be held at his home in the summer. Many thanks to Vernon Jubilee Hospital for their compassionate care. You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence at the family’s on-line obituary @ www.MyAlternatives.ca.
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Edith Ann “Peggy” Pepper We regret to announce the passing of Peggy Pepper on February 11, 2016 at age 94 years in Vernon, BC. Life member of Schubert Centre, Halina Centre and Abbyfield House. Peggy was predeceased by her daughter Dilys, son Trevor and grandson Randy. She is survived by daughter Bernice (Dennis) Chisholm, and son Roy (Ida) Larson. Numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to a charity of your choice in memory of Peggy Pepper. A Memorial Tea will be announced at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Vernon Funeral Home, Phone: 250 542 0155. Condolences may be offered at www.vernonfuneralhome.com
Eleanor Bergey With deep sadness, but also with peace, we announce the passing of our dear mom, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Eleanor Bergey, aged 92. She went peacefully to her rest at Cottage 1, Heron Grove on January 4. Eleanor lived a full, energetic, and productive life, and was a pastor’s wife, excellent teacher, dedicated mother of three girls, grandmother of seven and great-grandmother of eight. She loved her Lord, and as a faithful follower of Him her whole life, she died in the great hope of the resurrection morning. Eleanor was predeceased by her husband, Pastor Walter Bergey, as well as her two sisters and their husbands. She leaves to remember her love: her daughters Karen (Ken) Macdonald of Kelowna, Lois (David) Spangler of Abbotsford, and Leanne Topham of Vernon; her grandchildren Scott, Karina, Cameron, Collin, Gina, Troy and Janessa; eight great-grandchildren; her brother Bill (Enamarie) Summerton of Washington; many nieces and nephews; and numerous dear friends. A service to celebrate her life will be held on Sunday, April 17 at 10:00, at the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Vernon. In memory of Eleanor, donations could be made to the Parkinson’s Society of Canada, or to ADRA (Adventist Development and Relief Agency). Many thanks from the family for the loving and dedicated care given to Eleanor by the staff at Heron Grove, both in the Assisted Living building and in Complex Care Cottage 1. Also many thanks to Bethel Funeral Home for their compassionate services.
John Cormac Coldwell April 19, 1953 – February 8, 2016
After a long illness, Cormac passed on February 8, 2016 in Vernon, BC. Cormac was born and raised in Whitehorse, Yukon but spent most of his adult life in the Vancouver area where he was employed in the propane industry for 19 years before moving to Vernon. Cormac is survived by his soulmate Kim MacLean, sisters, brothers and extended family. Donations may be made to the Vernon Jubilee Hospital Foundation in memory of John Cormac Coldwell. A service will be held at a later date in Whitehorse, Yukon. Arrangements have been entrusted to Vernon Funeral Home, Phone: 250 542 0155 Condolences may be offered at www.vernonfuneralhome.com
Delphine “Del” Ileene Mary Morgan 1939 - 2016 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Del Morgan on February 7, 2016 in Vernon, BC. She was born on April 1, 1939 in Stockholm, SK. She met her husband Anthony in the Qu’Appelle Valley in Saskatchewan. On August 22, 1957, they were married and made their way to the Okanagan in 1976. Del spent her life as a caregiver for family and people with special needs, which she did for over 40 years. She loved her family and enjoyed reading, baking, gardening, needle point, rock hunting, and spending time in the outdoors. She is lovingly remembered by her children: Dwight Morgan (Katherine) of Salmon Arm,Wendy Morgan of Armstrong, Brent Morgan (Judy) of Vernon, Mark (Deena) of Vernon; grandchildren: Benjamin Jackman, Sophie Morgan; great grandchildren: Owen and Eli Jackman; and siblings: Cecile Hunter, Geoffrey Hunter, Russell Hunter, Marilyn Ash, Lyle Hunter, and Della; and by her special friend who we lovingly call Mr. Pete. She is predeceased by her husband in 1998; parents; and her son Kenneth in 1987. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, February 15, 2016 at Alternatives Chapel (2980 Smith Drive, Armstrong, BC). Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.MyAlternatives.ca Cremation arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Armstrong 250-546-7237 & Vernon 250-558-0866
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It is with deepest sorrow we regret to announce the passing of Gail Patricia Edith Weir on Sunday, February 7th, 2016 at the age of 70 years after a short stay at Hospice House. Born June 25th, 1945 in Winnipeg, Man., Gail is survived and deeply missed by her daughter Lisa (Bill) Leir of Coldstream, B.C.; her son Michael (Shannon) Weir of Coldstream B.C.; and her pride and joy grandchildren: Christopher and Brady Leir, and Tyson, Mya and Jace Weir. Gail is further survived by her niece and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband of 39 years, Ron; her parents Raymond and May Letts; and last year, her ‘baby sister’ Donna Fetter. Gail (mom) loved spending time at her cabin on Okanagan Lake, watching her grandkids play and splash. Then, as they got older and tubing was ‘the new thing’, I’m sure she would hold her breath until they were all accounted for and safely back on shore. She made such wonderful friends out at the cabin and really enjoyed them. She also enjoyed listening to karaoke in the evenings. Back at home, she loved baking, tending her flowers, and watching the quail, which she tried, unsuccessfully, to keep track of as the babies temporarily got lost in the blades of grass and then she lost count... Thank you to the staff at Carrington Place, staff and Dr.’s at Vernon Jubilee Hospital and the wonderful people at Hospice House. The care and support you gave mom as well as us will never be forgotten. As per mom’s wishes, a small family service will be held at Pleasant Valley Funeral Home on Friday, February 19th, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. Friends wishing to pay their respects may do so during the visitation which will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, those friends wishing to do so may make a memorial contribution in memory of Gail to the Canadian Diabetes Association. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to PLEASANT VALLEY DIGNITY FUNERAL HOME, 4303 P.V. Road, Vernon, B.C. V1T 4M4 Phone: (250) 5424333. Condolences may be offered at pleasantvalleyfh.com
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Accounting Technician Key responsibilities and accountabilities: 1. Preparation of year end files including financial statements, corporate tax returns and letters to clients 2. Provide bookkeeping assistance and services, including filing GST returns, and assisting with payroll functions 3. Preparation of personal tax returns Applicants should: 1. Have experience with the following software: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), Caseware/ Caseview, Profile, Quickbooks and/or Simply Accounting 2. Be able to manage multiple tasks and communicate professionally with our clients and staff 3. Forward applications to Jason Bilodeau, preferably by email, at jbilodeau@ocbi.ca or by mail or in person at 200, 2928 29th Street, Vernon, BC V1T 5A6 Application deadline: February 22, 2016
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Class 1 driver required for local work and switches. This is a full time position, the successful candidate must have his own transportation and be physically fit. Monday to Friday,with the occasional evening work. Please email: parris@ricknickelltrucking.com or by fax to 250-546-0600. No phone calls please.Include the title local driver in subject line.
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Class 1 driver required ,US capable low bed/recovery driver. This is a full time position with local work when not on recoveries. The successful candidate must be physically fit, have his own transportation and be available for some weekend work when required, and be able and willing to go the US when required. This position is available immediately. Please fax resumes to 250-546-0600 or by email: parris@ricknickelltrucking.com . No phone calls please. Include low bed in the subject line. US capable Class 1 Drivers required immediately: We are an Okanagan based transport company looking for qualified drivers for US loads we run primarily in the Pacific Northwest, Utah, Arizona and Nevada. We offer a new pay rate empty or loaded. All picks and drops paid. Assigned units company cell phones and fuel cards. Regular home time Direct deposit paid every second Friday with no hold backs. We offer a rider and pet policy. Company paid US travel Insurance. All applicants must have reliable transportation and a positive attitude. Please fax resume & abstract to 250-546-0600 or by email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
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REGIONAL DISTRICT OF NORTH OKANAGAN WATER QUALITY TECHNICIAN Summer Student The Regional District of North Okanagan wishes to fill the Summer Student position of Water Quality Technician. Reporting to the Water Quality Manager, the Water Quality Technician will assist technical staff with field and office work such as water sampling, calibration of field equipment, verification of water quality data, data entry and supporting water quality and quantity initiatives.
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A list of qualifications, along with further information regarding the Regional District of North Okanagan may be viewed on our website at www.rdno.ca. Applications, quoting Competition No. 16-05 will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. on Monday, February 15, 2016 to: Human Resources Regional District of North Okanagan 9848 Aberdeen Road, Coldstream, BC V1B 2K9 Fax: (250) 550-3723 E-mail: hr@rdno.ca Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. No telephone or e-mail enquiries please.
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VALLEY WOOD LUMBY DIVISION REQUIRES FULL TIME SEASONAL PRODUCTION & ASSEMBLY PERSONNEL
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This is a full time position (40 hrs. / week) from May 2, 2016 – August 31, 2016 with a wage of $15.00 per hour plus a percentage will be provided in lieu of benefits.
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The Village of Lumby has an exciting opportunity to join our municipal team! The Lumby Pool is looking for applicants to fill positions during the spring and summer. Must possess current NLS and WSI certifications and include proof of such in their resumes. Applicants with previous experience will be given preference for Supervisor Positions. Rate of Pay as follows: Supervisor $19.47/hr Asst. Supervisor $16.40/hr Guards $15.00/hr. Please submit resume and cover letter to the Village of Lumby, Box 430, Lumby, BC VOE 2G0. Attn: Recreation Services Fax 250-547-6894 or email recreation@lumby.ca Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
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With over 250 locations, Kal Tire is the largest independently owned tire dealer in Canada. Our business philosophy centers on exceeding our customers’ expectations and relies on our entrepreneurial team members to provide exceptional customer service.
FULL & PART TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE We currently have openings for: • Management Trainees • Mechanical Apprentice Technicians • Sales and Service Team Members (no previous experience necessary) Reporting to the Assistant Store Manager, interested applicants should possess a positive “can do” attitude, have an interest in the automotive industry and learning about business, have some mechanical aptitude and enjoy providing excellent customer service. In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, employees share in a company-wide profit sharing plan that recognizes individual and team contributions. Interested applicants should submit their resume by February 24th, 1460 Kalamalka Lake Rd. Attention Rob or Troy, or email greg_brockman@kaltire.com Please see our website at www.kaltire.com/careers for additional information.
PAID-PER-CALL FIREFIGHTERS
For Vernon Fire and Rescue Services Competition #: 21-COV-16 Closing Date: February 22, 2016 Applicants must provide a current copy of their Driver’s Abstract with application. The City of Vernon is currently accepting applications for Paid-per-Call Firefighters. If you would like to become a Paid-per-Call Firefighter with Vernon Fire and Rescue Services, applications can be picked up at: Vernon Fire Station #1, 3401 – 30th Street, or download the PDF from https:// www.vernon.ca/government-services/careers/paid-call-firefighters. Please deliver all completed applications to Attention: Deputy Fire Chief, Operations, Jack Blair at the #1 Vernon Fire Station. Those selected as short listed candidates will be required to provide a Police Information Check. Shortlisted candidates will also be required to provide a medical release form and undergo a firefighter fitness evaluation on March 29, 2016, to qualify for the required Recruit Training commencing April 7, 2016. For further information on these positions please contact Deputy Fire Chief Jack Blair at 250-550-3564 or email jblair@vernon.ca.
GRANT WORKER - BIKE TO WORK ASSISTANT COORDINATOR
(Temporary) April 4 to June 30, 2016 approximately Reporting to the Transportation Demand Management Coordinator, the incumbent is responsible for assisting in the coordination of the annual Biketo-Work Week event. Please see our website at www.vernon.ca for a complete job description and method of application. Closing date is February 24, 2016. Please quote competition # 22-COV-16.
City of Armstrong JOB OPPORTUNITY
The City of Armstrong is accepting applications for a Clerk Typist 1 – Part Time (21 hours per week) to perform reception, cashier, and other administrative duties. The City is seeking a dedicated individual who provides exceptional customer service, has an eye for detail and a proven ability to multi-task. A minimum of two years of general of¿ce experience and strong computer skills are required. Knowledge of local government administration is an asset. The position is covered under the CUPE Local 2709 contract and has an hourly rate of $21.31 plus 1 in lieu of bene¿ts. The position may be required to work additional hours occasionally. The complete job description is available online at www.cityofarmstrong.bc.ca. Please send your resume, along with a cover letter to the attention of Natalie Garbay, Deputy Corporate 2f¿cer, to ngarbay#cityofarmstrong.bc.ca. <our cover letter should outline your experience in meeting short deadlines, dealing with the public; and identify your hours of availability. Applications will be received until 4:30 pm, February 26, 2016. Box 40, 3570 Bridge Street, Armstrong, BC V0E 1B0 Fax: 250-546-3710 Email: info#cityofarmstrong.bc.ca
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Employment Help Wanted Seasonal Farm Workers for thinning,
pruning, harvesting and general farm labour. $10.59/hr or piece rate. 40 - 60 hrs/wk, May 1 to October 30. Davison Orchards Ltd., Vernon. Fax 250-549-2440 or email employment@ davisonorchards.ca
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Caretakers needed for remote ski lodge, North/East of Sicamous, best suits a retired couple,2 weeks in, 2 weeks out. April-Oct. Send resume to nick@mustangpowder.com Enhanced security clearance Janitorial staff required for Vernon RCMP. Good wages. info@evergreenmaintenance.ca 250-328-5889.
Seasonal full-time Farm Workers required to plant, cultivate, harvest crops at Randhawa Orchards, 7467 Baker Hogg Rd 3 positions, start May - Oct 2016, $10.59/hr. palwinder1980@hotmail.com General Duty Person required for Armstrong BC. This is a full time position Monday to Friday 8-5. Must have own transportation and be physically fit, please fax resume with job description to 250-546-0600 or email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com with job description in subject line. No phone calls or walk inâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s please. LIKE Candles? Need Income? Looking for PartyLite Reps in your area. ktalbrecht@shaw.ca Repair Person required part time for our Proheat, Wabasco and various other makes of heaters and air-conditioning units in our highway tractors. This is part time position that could lead to full time we require the right person immediately we are located in the Spallumcheen Industrial park in Armstrong BC. You must have your own transportation and be reliable and physically fit, please fax resume with job description to 250-546-0600 or e-mail to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com with job description in subject line. No phone calls or walk inâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s please.
Seasonal full-time Farm Workers required to plant, cultivate, harvest crops at K & R Orchards, 4965 Bella Vista Rd 3 positions, start April 15 - Oct 2016, $10.59/hr. Call 250-3082499
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Service Person required fulltime for our Service center in Armstrong, the successful candidate must have some mechanical skill as well as some experience with servicing Highway tractor units and capable of working under little supervision. Must have own reliable transportation and be physically fit, be able to work Tuesday to Sat 8-5. Please fax resumes to 250546-0600 with job position applying for or by e-mail to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com with job description in subject line. No phone calls or walk inâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s please.
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The Bannister Automotive Group is looking for an Automotive Controller for the North Okanagan. This position is an important part of the management team within the dealership and requires a committed, detail oriented individual who enjoys working with others. The position is available immediately and the ideal candidate will be responsible for a variety of functions and will have experience in the automotive industry. Please email cover letter and resume to brians@bannisters.com.
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Home Care/Support PICCADILLY Care Centre in Salmon Arm seeks a PT or OT for 4 hours a week. Current registration with the College required. For details call 250804-1676 ext: 102.
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Moving & Storage 8X8X20 New Containers Household/ Commercial rentals. $65-$110/mo. Your place or mine. Warren 250-545-8118 Vernon. Rent, or Sale.
FAMILY Movers. Moving? Anything, anywhere. Local and long distance trips. Packing service available, weekly trips to Vancouver, Alberta, full and partial loads. Cheapest rates in the valley. Free Estimates, 250-493-2687
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Dressed in his favourite costume Benjamin James, three, plays a ball game at the Vernon Winter Carnival Kids Karnival at the Okanagan Boys and Girls Club. Vernon Winter Carnival wraps up today with several events, including the Starting Block 10-kilometre Road Race in Lavington at 10 a.m., Toonie and a Tin Community Skate at Kal Tire Place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Jopo Swim at the Vernon Recreation Complex from 1:30 to 4 p.m. and more. For more details, visit vernonwintercarnival. com
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Christina Heck of Vernon and Joseph Heck of Alberta are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Sarah Heck to Tyler Wagner son of Ron and Doreen Wagner of Armstrong. The wedding is to take place in Armstrong on June 18, 2016.
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SOPHIE MARIA LACE MORGAN Deena and Mark Morgan are delighted to announce the birth of their darling daughter, Sophie Maria Lace, on January 18, 2016 weighing six pounds three ounces. The happy grandparents are Patricia and Donald Bock-Philipps and the late Delphine and Anthony Morgan.
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