Chase Sunflower - December 17, 2021

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Issue for the week of Friday, December 17th, 2021 • Vol. 26, Issue 51

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Chase Secondary Craft Fair Huge Success!

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submitted by David Bakker

he craft fair held at the Chase Community Hall on Dec 11 in support of the Senior Band trip to Whistler was a massive success. In total, the event raised just under $2000. I want to thank all of the vendors that took a chance on a craft fair that had never been run before. In addition to the money raised, we also received two generous donations of $300 each from the Miss Chase Excellent program, and the Chase Rotary club, which will go towards sponsoring

two students for the cost of their trip. The Village of Chase never ceases to amaze me with their generosity, and community spirit. Thank you for supporting our local vendors, and our school music program at Chase Secondary.

We drew two tickets for our door prize that were not claimed at the end of the event. Please check your tickets for the following numbers 442654 and 1023600 To collect your prize please call 250851-1997 to arrange pickup.

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Community Events Bulletin Kids Christmas Craft Drop-in December 21st, 10 am to noon @ Chase Evangelical Free Church 295 Shuswap.

Free crafting fun.

Chase & District Recreation Society - Learn to Skate Programs - Winter 2021 Learn to Skate programs offered this year will include Beginner Skating (Ages 3-6) and Jr. Rec Hockey ages (7+).

Beginner Skating (Ages 3-6) - Tuesdays 4:00-4:30 ($64.00) Session will consist of 10 lessons beginning on Jan 11 and running until Mar 15. For this session skaters will need skates, (adjustable plastic skates with buckles not recommended), helmets (preferably with face shields),

warm but not restrictive clothing. Participants will be grouped by skill level. Please contact if needing advice on skates.

Jr. Rec Hockey: (7+) Mondays 4:00-5:00 ($64.00) Rec Hockey will consist of 8 lessons starting Jan 17th and running until Mar 14th (No session on Feb 21-Family Day) This session will contain hockey skills and drills and scrimmage games.

Full equipment is mandatory.

Registration forms are available from Jane Herman: jherman@cablelan.net Payment by etransfer info will be noted on Registration form.

Phone/text 250-851-6524 FMI.

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 107 515 Shuswap Ave, Chase * For info / hours phone 250-679-3536 * Mon. Open - 3:00 PM - Fun Darts Open - 2:30 PM - Fun Pool, Free Meat Draw, Fun Darts Wed. Closed Thurs. Open - 3:00 PM - Fun Darts - (league darts start Mon. Jan. 10 + Thurs. Jan. 13, 2022) Fri. Open - 12:30 PM, Ladies Fun Darts, No Burger Nite (finished for 2021) Sat. Open - 1 PM - Meat Draws, 50/50, Tabs, chuckles + good old fun.

Tues.

Join us at our new hours: Mondays and Thursdays opening at 3:00 PM Christmas Eve - Fri. Dec. 24th at 2:30 PM with Free Meat Draws New Years Eve Fri. Dec. 31 at 4:00 PM - 9 PM approx (background music by Turtle Valley).

Members + Guests are reminded that Masks are Mandatory, Social Distancing Protocols + Health Regulations + Sanitizing are in place.

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Healthy Happy New Year.

Shuswap Victory Church 641 Shuswap Ave, Chase BC

Office Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 - 1 pm Sunday Worship Service 10 am Prayer Meeting: Thursday 7 pm

Next issue of the Chase Sunflower will be December 31st, 2021!

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With respect, I acknowledge that I live and work on the unceded traditional lands of the Secwepemc First Nation.

Chase Rotary Box 73

Pres: Patrick Herba ( 250-702-3677)

Meetings @ 5:30 pm on 1st & 3rd Thurs of each month at Railside Restaurant. New members welcome!

Chase Lions

Box 12, Chase, BC V0E1M0 250-679-8470* chaselions67@gmail.com Meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month in the back of the community hall. 6pm, public welcome.

Call 250-679-8470 for all Lions projects: *Chase Lions RV Park For medical equipment contact Sandra Welton 778-245-3808.

Pull tab donations please call Karen Bassett 250-318-4527

400 Club Winner Brian Desjardin $100.00

Churches of Chase At the Blessed Sacrament Parish we At the Blessed invite you all toParish, Mass on Sacrament Saturdays @ 4:00 pm. we invite you to the On Tuesdays there is following Christmas either the Rosary or Season Mass times: Adoration @ 1:00 pm.

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Encouraging COVID-19 vaccination for children Submitted by: Dr. Sue Pollock, interim chief medical health office, Interior Health

Last week, Interior Health began offering requiring hospital admission while others the pediatric COVID-19 vaccines to can have lingering symptoms or health children age five to 11 in communities across issues long after their infection. Vaccination the region. The response from families will help reduce this risk and these impacts. and communities has been positive and Data from studies of children aged thousands of children in this age group have five to 11 has shown that the vaccine is already booked appointments across B.C. 91 per cent effective against preventing Many families have expressed how relieved COVID-19 infections, and even better for and grateful they are preventing severe illness and to have their younger hospitalization. This level children vaccinated of immunity is remarkable. against COVID-19.

Still, we know that the body There are also others takes time build its immune who have questions, response and that full understandably, and it is immunity is achieved about important we continue seven days after the second to make it easy for dose. parents and guardians to I know some families are have access to the factual tempted to “wait and see,” information they need to and to put off the decision to make the decision to get vaccinate children for a few everyone in their family months. However, as we head vaccinated. into the holiday season and The pediatric Pfizer winter gatherings, vaccination vaccine is available for Santa at the Wednesday offers the best protection – five to 11 year olds in Vaccine Clinic in Chase Photo now and in the first months of B.C. It is a smaller dose submitted by Cathy Moore the New Year. of the same vaccine When children are administered to millions immunized, not only are they people globally over the past year. better equipped to fight off infection, but There were no severe reactions in children they’re less likely to need to miss school or during clinical trials and any mild side social activities that are important to their effects (sore arm, fever) subsided in a day well-being. They’re also less likely to spread or two. In our clinics across IH, specially the virus to others, including grandparents, trained pediatric immunizers and public aunts and uncles, neighbours or people health nurses are on hand to provide care with compromised immune systems. Don’t and support children receiving the vaccine. delay the benefits by waiting longer than Like youth and adults, we know children necessary. need protection from COVID-19. Since Now is the time to consider the reasons Sept. 1, children aged five to 11 have that are important to your family and to accounted for 16 per cent, or close to 2,000 register your children to be vaccinated at of COVID-19 cases in the Interior region, gov.bc.ca/vaccineforkids and if you have any the highest rate of infection of all age groups. questions or concerns, please speak with While most of these children experience your family’s care provider, call 8-1-1 or visit mild to moderate illness from the COVID-19 www.interiorhealth.ca. virus, some children can get severely ill

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ELVES PEPPERMINT WREATH LIGHTS STAR

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I USED TO BE ADDICTED TO THE HOKEY POKEY. BUT, I TURNED MYSELF AROUND.

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Food Bank Update

VILLAGE OF CHASE Notice of Disposition of Lands

submitted by Chase Hamper Society

Christmas preparations are full steam ahead at the Chase Food Bank! Supplies for the Christmas Hampers are coming in, and we will be packing next week, ready for pick up on Dec. 22! The Chase Christmas Hamper Society would like to extend a HUGE thank you to the community and surrounding area, the businesses, and the community groups for their continuous generosity as we prepare these Christmas Hampers for those needing a little extra help this Christmas!

The Chase Heat have announced that their Saturday game will be admission by donation, and all donations will go to the Food Bank! Please

Pursuant to section 26(3) of the Community Charter, notice is hereby given that the Village of Chase intends to dispose of its interest in 0.5336 hectares of lands legally described as That portion of Lot 1, District Lot 517, Kamloops Division of Yale District, Plan 43085, and the portion of Lot Pt Plan B264, District Lot 517, Kamloops Division of Yale District, Except Plan A 18415 and Plan A 1315; to the CHASE AND DISTRICT LIONS COMMUNITY CLUB also known as the "Chase Lions Club". The subject lands are shown on the plan below.

The purpose of the disposition is to allow for a long-term lease ending December 31, 2026. There are no financial considerations.

Any persons interested in further information can contact: Sean O’Flaherty, Corporate Officer, Village of Chase, PO Box 440, 826 Okanagan Avenue, Chase BC, V0E1M0, chase@chasebc.ca

support their efforts and attend this Saturday's game! Let's pack the arena! Thank you Chase Heat!

The Toy Shop will be open during Christmas Hamper pick up morning, for those with Toy Shop registrations who have not yet shopped for toys for their little ones. It will be a busy, happy morning!

If you would like to volunteer with the Food Bank, we would love to have you! Please phone us at 250-682-6155.

We wish you all a very Merry Christmas! May you celebrate the Season with health, happiness, and surrounded by family and loved ones!

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Poetry Corner

Christmas Morning Coming down submitted by Eileen Beaton She sits on the sidewalk early Christmas morn The streets hailing the birthday Of the Christ child who was born

She has seen many a Christmas day go by This is her first without a home And though she is sad she does not cry She picks up papers strewn on the deserted street Imagining them as presents A Christmas angel drops at her feet She sips an ice-cold coffee that she found yesterday She imagines it is eggnog And though it's not, that's okay She doesn't mind too much that she doesn't have a tree For in a twinkling she can imagine The way it used to be She has no family and home is this lonely town And though she wishes it was different It's just another Christmas morning coming down Eileen Beaton © 2016

Jam Night - Thank You submitted by Vern Gulka

Creekside Senior Centre would like to thank everyone who supported "Jam Nite" this past year.

Once again bring your instrument and join in the fun for singing and playing good ol'

live music. Everyone is welcome to listen. Every Wednesday at 7 pm at Creekside Senior Centre, across from the Legion.

Proof of Covid Vaccination required to enter the building.

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Village of Chase Council Meeting of December 14, 2021 - Highlights submitted by Village of Chase

Council’s regular meeting of December 14, 2021 was held at the Community Hall and via Zoom.

Three people attended in person.

Council heard from Rhonda Eden of the Thompson Region Division of Family Practice regarding the creation of a Chase Health Steering Committee with representatives from various community organizations to discuss and link primary care in Chase with community members.

Council members shared their municipal activity reports since the last Council meeting and received reports from Administration.

A resolution was passed to establish a Council Select Committee for the purposes of screening ad hosting candidates for the Provincial Nominee Program – Entrepreneur Immigration Regional Pilot program, and Councillor

Ali Maki was appointed to Chair the committee.

Council approved a Development Variance for 1162 Shuswap Avenue to vary the setback to the rear side parcel line.

For information on anything related to Village business, please contact us by phone at 250.679.3238 or email chase@chasebc.ca Season’s Greeting to everyone!

Council agreed to provide a letter of support to the Chase Curling Club for their funding application through the New Horizons for Seniors Program.

Council adopted their 2022 Council meeting schedule.

Council accepted the application for a Development Permit for 775 Cedar Avenue which will now go out for referrals.

The next Council meeting will take place on Tuesday, January 11, 2021 at 4 p.m. at the Community Hall and via Zoom for those who wish to observe remotely.

Wills & Estates Family Law Conveyancing CHASE OFFICE:

Open Thursdays 10 am - 4:30 pm #4-834 Shuswap Avenue

Phone: 250-679-3180 Web: www.cfselaw.ca

HAPPY HOLIDAY SEASON! Wishing everyone a very

Merry Christmas and Holiday Season Contact us at 250-679-1512 or 250-320-0400 live@parksidecommunity.ca 743 Okanagan Ave, Chase

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Support Minor Hockey in Chase: Tournament This Weekend submitted by Jolene Barkman Look out Chase The Kings and Broncos U13 Teams are putting a Tournament on.

Friday December 17 to 19, let's pack the house and show our hockey pride.

There are lots of things for everyone, Hockey Stick Raffles, Auction items, Lotto Boards, Hot dog's, Coffee, Poutines and Hot Chocolate's all around.

Bring your Cowbells, Horns and all the noise makers you can muster up and

come cheer on our teams.

We have teams from Nakusp, Salmon Arm, Kamloops, our own Killer Kings and Mighty Bronocs for a fast paced, action packed tournament that will be talked about for decades.

Spectators over the age of 12 must be double vaccinated and 18+ must show proof of government issued ID. Masks must be worn at all times.

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Friday December 17th 11.00 Chase Kings vs Salmon Arm 12.45 Chase Broncos vs Kamloops 2.30 Chase Kings vs Nakusp 4.15 Chase Broncos vs Salmon Arm Saturday December 18th 9.00 Kamloops vs Nakusp 10.45 Chase Kings vs Chase Broncos 12.30 Salmon Arm vs Kamloops 2.15 Chase Broncos vs Nakusp Sunday December 19th 8.00 Chase Kings vs Kamloops 9.45 Nakusp vs Salmon Arm 11.30 1st vs 2nd

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Christmas is different this year, make it different for the planet too.

“…brown paper packages tied up with string…”

All those online orders comes with extra packaging, from boxes to bubble wrap make sure you know where to recycle it properly. Download the Recycle Coach App today.

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Wishing everyone some fun this holiday season!

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Championing CHASE (& Area) Sponsored by

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Brightening Our Holiday – Chase Country Christmas

by Carolyn Parks-Mintz, Author and Journalist In 1994, entrepreneurs Jill Atkinson became involved with the occasion when First Nations, isn’t feasible.” and Mary-Lou Plowe came up with an the group needed a Chairperson. “The “When I was young,” David goes on, idea to promote Chase businesses at goals of the event were so positive and “I really liked the village Christmas Christmastime. What began as a ‘shop drew me to it,” says Jennie—“having fun, activities—movies at the community local’ initiative 27 years ago has become pulling happy people together, marking hall arranged by the firefighters and their a warm and wonderful community event the season. I so appreciate seeing people’s drive through town in the fire trucks that launches a celebratory time of year. reactions and enjoy their enjoyment.” handing out goodies. Now I can give back.

And since that successful start, various “We start the planning and arrangements Someone organized it all for me as a kid. groups of dedicated volunteers have in September,” she adds, “and any funds And such things are still a really good time donated time and effort to adding raised go right back into the community. for the children.” something special to the local holiday This year it was to the Hamper Society’s Joanne Johnston, owner/manager of The season—through nearly three decades of Food Bank and the Chase Lions Guardian Willows Natural Foods in Chase, has been caring and making people smile.

Angel Tree.” assisting with Chase Country Christmas Chase Country Christmas provides Jennie especially wanted to mention for at least 15 years. “I was interested in something for everyone, whether that be agri-specialists Peter and Ray Murray to becoming involved with something within the parade with its sparkling lights and thank them for their dedication to the the community and I like Christmas, so it jolly participants, the craft and bake sale, Chase Country Christmas event over was a good choice for me,” Joanne says. the outdoor tree lighting, or as in the past, many years—the tractor-drawn hayrides “I eventually volunteered to look after its refreshments and much mingling in the through town during the day and evening advertising.” business area, as well as a ball hockey game were such fun and so appreciated.

“And there are a lot of other arrangements on the main street for youth, following the David Lepsoe first volunteered in the that the committee looks after,” she adds, parade, and hosted by members of the mid-1990’s when his sister and then Chase “such as insurance covering the parade and popular Chase Heat hockey team. business owner Barb advised him that they spectators, contacting local authorities, Although the COVID pandemic has needed someone to help with the parade. and booking the hall for the crafts/bake necessitated some changes, a return to “My sister recruited me,” states David. sale. But it’s all so worthwhile.” the usual festivities is eagerly anticipated “Currently with help from Janice Winfield, “I particularly appreciate the positive by everyone in the future, and this year’s I’ve been organizing the parade. We like to feedback from citizens that let’s us know events were warmly welcomed. ensure there are 30 to 35 entries, including people are enjoying the event—as well, So, who ensured it all happened? The the Adams Lake, Neskonlith, and Little it’s nice to see all the smiling faces during current Chase Country Christmas Shuswap Indigenous First Nations, and the activities. The community spirit is so volunteer committee includes Leila Davis, we contact Citizens on Patrol, the RCMP, upbeat.”

Wade Endean, Robin Hofman, Joanne Emergency Services and Chase Fire And so, a huge thank-you goes out to the Johnston, Alison Lauzon, David Lepsoe, Rescue in advance. Then on the day we dedicated volunteers who ensure the festive Carla Soltis, Sandra Welton, Jennie help to line up the floats and marchers to undertaking takes place. Anyone wishing Weibe and Janice Winfield. In addition, get it all underway.” to contribute through volunteering and support and consultations were welcomed “We were pleased to be able to to be part of this exceptional annual from Chamber of Commerce Manager take the parade through the Adams happening could contact one of the Christina Lutterman and Village liaison Lake community this year,” he adds. committee members. Bringing joy to Councillor Ali Maki.

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MAY DAY MAY DAY submitted by Scott Koch

Friday, December 17th versus the KIJHL league leading Osoyoos COYOTES, Rod May between the pipes displayed a 5 star performance to lead the HEAT to victory.

The Salmon Arm Minor Hockey product withstood a 49 shot barrage to solidly backstop the “Every Child Matters” HEAT, to his second win in 3 days.

The edge of your seat contest featured the fleet feet of the desert dogs versus the newly discovered pace, pressure and passion of our hometown heroes.

Captain Jacob Biensch once again lead his troop with a game opening tally from Lucas Ouellette and Brayden Haskell.

The visitors scored twice but the man who carries the team on his shoulders, Brayden Haskell got the equalizer with help from Keegan Pittendreigh, 2-2 after 20 minutes.

Lots of flash and dash but no additional scoring in the 2nd stanza. In the 3rd able Aiden Brown from Dylan Handel and Biensch provided the lead for the HEAT. With under a minute to go the Coyotes countered to send this match to overtime.

Five minutes of OT and nothing changed, so shootout time, with fans so on the edge they dared gravity and the bruising consequences. However Rod “May Day” May was up for the challenge and once again denied the lethal artillery of the foes. Victory 4-3 and 2 very valuable points in the Standings.

Saturday the 11th found the locals riding the highway to face the Mountain Mecca Mad Bears in the Stoke. The Division leading Revelstoke Grizzlies who never hibernate because you can’t sleep in their raucous den with all the beer guzzling ski hill “Aussies” spilling and shrilling. Half the barn is beergarden and the extra entertainment is worth the price of admission. GRIZZLIES scored twice before Haskell from Garrett Martin made it 2-1 after 20 minutes. That was as close as it got as the hosts scored 3 times in the 2nd and twice in the 3rd to claim

a 6-1 win. Jack Osmond in goal faced 54 attempts by the grizzled ones. Chase didn’t help their cause with too many trips to the sin bin, Revy going 50% on the powerplay.

The HEAT sit solidly in 3rd spot in the Doug Birks Division but a significant distance behind the GRIZZLIES and Kamloops S T O R M .

Jacob Biensch is just outside the top ten in scoring, sitting at 11th with 12 goals and 13 assists for 25 points.

Between this article and the next home game the boys bus to Princeton on Tuesday and Kelowna on Friday. Next home game at the Art Holding Memorial Arena is Saturday the 18th at 7:00 pm versus the STORM from Kamloops. Treat the kids as this is last game before the Merry and Happy break. On that note the HEAT players and entire organization wish you and your’s love, laughs and happiness during the festive season. The hottest product on cold ice – The HEAT!

Merry Christmas!

Food & Drug

Grocery 250-679-3553

Pharmacy 250-679-8611

8 am - 8 pm

9 am - 6 pm

7 days/week

Sundays: 10 am-4 pm

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To all the people of Chase, we youpeople a blessed and we joyful wish of Chase, all the Towish Christmas Hopefully, Christmas and joyful a blessedseason. you to able you are season. you are Hopefully, able to spend time with friends. and family with spend time family and friends.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Christmas and a Blessed Sacrament from The YearMerry Happy New Year from Parish.

The Blessed Sacrament Parish.

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Chase's

Gym Merry Christmas!!

Start 2022 with a gym membership!

630 Shuswap Ave, Chase BC

(250) 679-5377 Shuswap Better at Home

Heat Players Help Around Town submitted by Louise Whitney, Better at Home

A Big Thank You goes out to Our Heat Boys Hockey Team here in Chase for helping out a Chase Senior move from her recently sold home to a suite in Parkside.

The boys were awesome and did a great job which was greatly appreciated by the Senior.

Thanks to all the boys and to their couch Brad Fox and the Heat Organization for letting the Boys get out in the Community and help out. As Brad Fox says “This is a pay it forward action” from the Heat Team for their gratitude to the Community for their Support.

Again we Thank You and wish The Boys Good Luck in their upcoming games!

Covid 19 response services for Seniors and Elders:

• Grocery delivery • Pick up and delivery of drugstore items & prescriptions • Support with meal program and food bank delivery • Check In and Friendly Visit calls • Housekeeping, subject to availability Staff, Volunteers and Contractors have been carefully vetted & trained for your security.

Central Intake 250-253-2749

EVCSS Funded by the Government of BC. Income based service fees may apply.

Village Council is accepting applications for interested local business owners to sit on a volunteer select committee of Council to review applications to the Entrepreneur Immigration Program. The committee will meet as needed (not more than once every two months) to review applications, make recommendations to the Deputy Corporate Officer, and to meet with candidates who have been invited to Chase for an exploratory visit.

If this is of interest to you, please email Joni Heinrich cao@chasebc.ca or call 250.679.3238.

Chase Country Christmas

THANK YOU

The Chase Country Christmas Committee would like to send out thank to our many Supporters and Volunteers: • Village of Chase • Chase Chamber & Visitors Centre • Chase Heat • Chase Fire Dept.

• Chase RCMP • Chase Sunflower • Adams Lake Indian Band • Chase Museum • Eye Candy • The Willows Natural Foods • Craft Fair Volunteers and Vendors • Severn Endean • All the Great Parade Entrants • Mrs and Mrs Claus for making the trip down from the North Pole • LJ's Towing for supplying a ride for Mr and Mrs Claus If we missed anyone please accept our apologies, it was not intended.

We thank everyone for coming out and supporting this great annual event. Turn out was fantastic considering the circumstances. We hope to be back to "normal" next year with more activities back up and running.

Happy Ho Ho Ho Holidays to all.

Donations from this year's event went to • Chase Food Bank $500.00 • Chase Lions Guardian Angel Tree $500

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2021

Awards of Excellence The Chase & District Chamber of Commerce would like to congratulate the winners of the 2021 Awards of Excellence.

Business of the Year: Silver Fox Pub Employee of the Year: Nicole Rodgers Citizens of the Year: Dave Smith and Karen Bassett

Congratulations!

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BE PREPARED: Get your EMERGENCY CAR KIT ready!

WEEKLY DRAWS IN STORE in December

621 1st Ave, Chase BC 250-679-8811 MEL ARNOLD

Member of Parliament

Here To Help

With Federal Government Programs MEL.ARNOLD@PARL.GC.CA 1- 3105 29th Street Vernon, BC V1T 5A6

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The Chase Rotary Club would like to wish everyone a safe, happy, healthy Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Page 16 • December 17th, 2021 • Chase Sunflower Garlic Roasted Potatoes Ingredients 2 pounds (1 kg) potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes 2 tablespoons good quality olive oil or canola oil 1 teaspoon sea salt 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons minced garlic, (or 8 cloves garlic, minced) 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley Instructions HOW TO ROAST POTATOES Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Lightly spray a baking sheet or tray with cooking oil spray.

Arrange potatoes on sheet in a single layer. Drizzle with the oil and season with salt, pepper and garlic.

Toss so potatoes are evenly seasoned.

Roast in the oven for 45-55 minutes while flipping occasionally, until crisp and golden.

Remove the potatoes from the oven and season with a little extra salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle over with parsley and serve immediately!

ChCrEiLsEtBmRAaTs Eve MERRY

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6PM, December 24th @ The Chase Community Hall

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