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Friday, February 20, 2015 Vol. 20, Issue 6
250 people turn out to support Fish & Game Club
The Chase & District Fish and Game Club’s annual Banquet Fundraiser was a rousing success! The Adams Lake Indian Band Conference and Recreation Centre held all 250 attendees of the event, which was held on February 7th. The raffles, draws and silent auction were very well supported, said club member Ivan Hawley. The club would like to thank all the sponsors and donors for the support. “They came from Salmon Arm and
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Kamloops and everywhere between,” said Hawley. The fundraiser helps the club put on different activities throughout the year such as Youth Archery which is happening now on Wednesday nights in Chase.
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THE CHASE VOLUNTEER FIRE SERVICE NEEDS YOU!
We are seeking highlymotivated individuals who have a keen interest in firefighting and who would you like a challenging and rewarding volunteer experience. If you like helping people, appreciate continuous learning, and are physically fit, you may be an ideal candidate. o Great training o Strong sense of accomplishment o Member of the team o Giving back to your community If you would like to become a member of the Chase Volunteer Fire Rescue contact Brian Lauzon at 770.220.3032 or the Village of Chase office 250.679.3238. We are an organization dedicated to saving lives and protecting property.
Cheers, to Water!
Feb 28, 2015 election
MLA Todd Stone, Mayor Rick Berrigan, and MP Colin Mayes cutting the ribbon at the Water Treatment Facility Grand Opening on Friday, February 13th
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Our Community
Bulletin Board
Announce events and activities of your community organization! Deadline Monday 3 pm for Friday’s paper.
Archery Practice by Chase & District Fish and Game Club Children under 12 must be accompanied by adult. Admission by donation. Equipment supplied. In the Community Hall, each Wednesday except the last in the month, 7:30 pm - 9 pm.
Sketch Theatre is planning an evening of comedy in May and is holding auditions on February 26th at 7pm at 834 Shuswap Ave. Please prepare a short (1-3) minute comedic monologue, skit, or joke(s). To schedule an audition or FMI e-mail sketch.chase@gmail. com. Anyone interested in behind the Annual Daffodil Tea, Sat. March 28, scenes work please get in touch as well. 10 am to 2 pm. Pritchard Community Hall on Duck Range Rd., FREE Adult computer session Crafts, Bake Table, Homemade lunches (beginners level) Wednesdays March & SPRING FASHION SHOW. For table 4, March 18 and April 1.- 9:30-11:30 rentals and info, call April 577-3798. Chase Wellness Centre. ($5 donation appreciated) Must register Chase Literacy St. Andrews & All Saints Anglican/ Program 250-679-3442 limited spaces. United Church 845 Thompson Ave, Sunday, Feb 20th, 10 AM,, Morning World Day of Prayer Service to be held Prayer, Linda Fortier at Chase Evangelical Church. March 6, 2015 at 1:30. Everyone is welcome. Skate Park Meeting on February 26th at 5pm at the Village of Chase Office. ”Please remember” Lions Bingo, Wed. We welcome all who would like to get Feb. 25, Walk-Ins 6:30PM, Early Birds 7 involved in the next phase of the Skate pm. Pay-outs based on attendance and Park project. Please contact Marie gaming regulations. Loonie Ball $485.00 at marievogel@hotmail.com FMI or would like to be a part of the committee. ...Continued on page 5 For info or hours please phone 250-679-3536
The Variety Club Telethon Mixed Triples Dart Tournament was successful with a Grand Total of $3431 raised for the Children!
Our Thanks Yous to Sunshore Golf Course Chase Heat Hockey 4 Point Sheraton Kamloops Home Hardware Petro Canada
A&W True Hardware J.J. Mechanical H & R Block Underwood Liquor Store Big O Tire
And our Community & Area who participated in the Tournament or Auction. Without the above businesses and our Community none of this would be possible.
Creekside Center Activities
• Jam Sessions - 7 pm on Wednesday. Bring your instrument or voice and have some fun! • Pool - Monday & Wednesday 1 pm • Exercise class, For guys and gals. Join in, get in shape this winter. Mon 8:30 am, Wednesday & Friday 9 am • BINGO - Tuesday 1 pm • Wood carving - Thursday 9 am. Ladies welcome to join; try out a new hobby this winter, lessons given. No tools? That’s OK! Call Dave at 250-679-8110 FMI. • Carpet bowling - Thursday 10 am. Low impact exercise. Lessons given. • Cribbage - Friday 1 pm. Come early please to help set up tables and chairs. • 3rd Friday every month, Join in for our dinner. Doors at 4:30 – Happy Hour • 2nd Friday every month Mini Crib. Registration 10:30. Start at 11 am. For more info contact Sharron at 679-1183
The Chase Sunflower is independently owned and operated by Shuswap Prairie Publishing. 1500 copies are printed weekly and distributed around Chase. The Sunflower is available FREE for readers because it is advertiser supported. Please support the local businesses that advertise in the Sunflower; shopping locally enriches our community. The Chase Sunflower invites stories, recipes, comments, photos, jokes and any other information that would be of interest to readers. We reserve the right to accept or refuse submissions and edit for content and length. We also reserve the right to refuse advertising that in our opinion does not reflect the concept of the newspaper. The opinions expressed, do not necessarily reflect the views of this newspaper. Due care and attention for accuracy is used in checking advertising copy, but no warranty is implied by the publisher.
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CONTACT THE SUNFLOWER: PHONE: (250) 679-8880 EMAIL: info@chasesunflower.ca WEB: www.chasesunflower.ca MAIL: PO Box 524, Chase BC, V0E 1M0 AT HEADQUARTERS: 721 Shuswap Ave between 10-3 Monday - Thursday
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Sundays at Creekside Centre, 542 Shuswap Exploring Christianity 9:30 am Worship Service 10:30 am Email: chasefellowship@gmail.com
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Contact: Pres Bill Riben 679-4418 Sec: Mercedes Riben 679-4418 Medical Equipment: 679-4418 RV Park: Hannelore Wiesenthal 679-7712
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Pres: Jacquie Everett 675-2574, Sec: Doug Everett 675-2574 Meeting at Chase Creekside Centre Thursday 5:30 pm
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TEN questions With.... Each week we’ll be asking 10 questions of a different member of our community. This week we talked to Patricia Burke, of the Burke Law Firm in Chase. Q• Where can you usually be found? A • Unlike Vic, I don’t hang out at work all of the time! I can usually be found near my cellphone because I don’t tend to stay in one place much. Q • How did you end up in Chase? A • We moved out to Big Shuswap Lake and I found it very peaceful and healing for where I was in my life at the time. In 1997 we moved the law firm out to Chase and after that I became more and more involved in the community. Q• Do you have a motto for life? A • In every situation look for the lesson and always count your blessings. AND if you ARE blessed, BECOME a blessing. Q • What do you like about Chase? A • It’s a small, friendly town. I love that you can go sit in Craig’s Bakery and someone you know will come sit down with you. Q • What do you think Chase needs? A • A community centre for kids, more recreation and activities for youth. Q• Have you learned anything new lately? A • I am taking Spanish lessons. Q • What are you most proud of? A • I think of all the jobs I’ve had -
freelance photographer, I’ve been in the fitness industry, worked in personal growth, I’ve done a lot of things... I am most proud of my role as a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and as a wife. Q • What are your hobbies? A • I like contributing to others, I like painting, gardening, and I love spending time with my family and friends. Q • You mentioned Mexico, what are you doing there? A • Since November we have been back and forth to Mexico helping out people there. There was huge hurricane in the Bahamas and most poor people there were left with absolutely nothing. Friends from Vernon started a project helping people build houses. They’ve built 20 homes now so far. You build the people there a 8’ x 12’ house with a roof and a door and a window and they think they’ve just won the lottery! It’s so rewarding to see them doing better. Q • What is your favorite place in the world? A • Fiji. There are so many beautiful places in the world but Fijians are so amazing. They will not physically touch you, but you will leave emotionally touched. Q • Who should we talk to next? A • Harold Lewis. He is amazing.
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Page 4 • February 20th • Chase Sunflower - 400 Club $100. Winner February 25, 2015 Robert Young, Chase BC
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Indian Act Discriminates
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I was born and raised in Finland and for the past 8 years I’ve been living on Adams Lake Indian reservation. As an immigrant it shocks me to see how Native people are put aside in their own existence and white people live separately on their own existence. In 1876 the government of Canada passed into law the Indian act. This act outlined what Aboriginal people could and could not do. It brought almost every part of their lives under control of government. The Indian act was administrated by the department of Indian affairs. The details of the Indian act have changed over years but it remains the law. My opinion is that this law still discriminates Native people and their culture. It breaks my heart to see any human being suffering yet I can see the suffering on Native people so strong, lacking often poor health or even just the basic needs. Yet no one talks about it and thats the sad part. Why? I hope the day will come that line between Natives and non natives (and sad to see that now theres is big gap even between Natives) will lessen and ignorance racism and stereotyping will end. As well i hope for less injustice in this hard world that so many people have to live with. I hope children and youth will be more culturally educated. With all my respect to all races. Sincerely, Maria Kalinen-Psarianu
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Awkward Gap? TAX JOKES TO THE RESCUE! • You know you’ve got a good tax accountant when he has a loophole named after him. • What is Santa’s tax status? Elf employed. • Why don’t high taxes and high prices marry and settle down?
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The January Chase Lions Bingo was a success with the amount of patrons participating. I do hope the February 25th event will be just the same. As long as the total of patrons remain the same or improve this Bingo will be able to carry on. Thank you. Peggy Pelle, Avid Bingo Player
Re: “False Leak Alarming” letter to Editor in Feb 6, 2015
I would like to clarify the information contained in the letter to the Editor as noted above that makes reference to the gas leak at Parkside Apartments. We would like to advise that the incident that was reported to have occurred at the Parkside Apartments involving a suspected gas leak did not affect the operations or our residents at Parkside Community. The incident occurred in the third building of the strata complex which is not attached to or forms a part of our community. At no time were our residents in any danger nor was there any need for an evacuation. Our natural gas appliances and all of our equipment that uses Natural Gas is serviced on a regular basis. We do agree with the letter writer that waiting for a Fortis Employee to travel all the way from Enderby to Chase requires some attention by Fortis. It seems that dispatching someone from Kamloops or Salmon Arm would have reduced the response time significantly. We would also like to extend an invitation to our neighbouring building that if the need ever arises again for them to evacuate their building, we would be happy to offer them shelter and refreshments and assist them in whatever way we can until such time as they are able to return to their units or they can make alternate arrangements. Thanks, H. Juergen Mueller General Manager, Parkside Community
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Classifieds
Classified deadline is Monday at 3 pm for Friday’s paper. $4.50 for 20 words. 20¢ each additional word (tax incl). Lost & Found & Thank yous are pay-what-you-can/free. Email at info@chasesunflower.ca or drop off at Sunflower Headquarters (721 Shuswap Ave) or Willows Natural Foods.
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LYONS, ARLIE JEAN (NEE WELSH)
Looking for someone to teach guitar lessons. Call 250-679-8730.
FOR SALE Attractive Condo for Sale by Owner in Victoria BC. 2 bdrm, in suite laundry, small pet allowed. Adult building (45+). Ideal location to amenities. Very well maintained. $164,500. Call to view 250-679-2129 or 250-668-5902. Roosters ready for a job. $10 EACH. Assorted body building weights with bar $25. Call Peter 250-679-7622
GENERAL Hunter Training Course (CORE). Held downstairs at Legion. March 14, ‘15 8 am - 5 pm. Cost $140 Inc: Course, manual, exams bcwf fee. Pre-register 250-679-2758. Hoop Dance Class: “Bored of your exercise routine? Try low impact, high energy, hooping! Learn mesmerizing hoop tricks to up-beat music, improve core strength, tone body, boost self-confidence, and most of all, have fun! Bring your own hula hoop or use ours!” All levels, all ages. Tuesdays, starting March 17th, 6-7 pm at Chase Community Hall. Contact Kelsey FMI at 679-8421.
LOST OR FOUND Has your bike been stolen last week or the week before? Phone 250-682-8560 Found: Metal-rimmed prescription glasses in water at boat ramp near red pier. Text (306) 717-3503.
IN MEMORIUM OF JEFF JOHN STEPHEN MOFFAT
My beloved Jeff, It’s been 4 years since you passed away and I miss you so much every single day. My sadness and pain I keep inside of me with a smile on my face for everyone to see. Now our son is gone too - more grief andpain. I miss you both. God Bless You. Till we meet again. From your loving wife Annie, and family
Arlie passed away peacefully on February 9th, 2015 at the age of 84 years with family at her side. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Sid; her children Nonie (Greg), Ron (Anne), Donna and Les (Darquise); and grandchildren Jonathan, Alaina, Jenny and Erica; her sister Mary and brother Doug (Dolores). She was predeceased by her parents Donald and Ruby Welsh; sister Betty and brother-in-law Howard. Arlie was born on June 24, 1930 and grew up on the family farm in the Kinistino area of Sask. She married Sid on Oct 9th, 1953. Their married life led them to Lloydminster, SK and then to Okotoks, AB where they ranched for about 4 years. In 1970, they moved to the Chase area settling in Adams Lake and in 1976, they bought their home in Chase. Arlie loved gardening and it wasn’t long until the front lawn turned into the biggest vegetable patch on 2nd avenue. She was always a hard worker and spent many hours at the kitchen sink canning and washing her bounty of vegetables. Arlie was an accomplished golfer and bowler and enjoyed baking, making puzzles and was always up for a game of cards. She enjoyed knitting with her “stitch” group and knit many “Arlie sweaters” for the new babies of friends and family. If any relatives wanted to know anything about the family it was always “ask auntie Arlie” as she spent many hours researching and recording the family history. She loved two stepping, waltzing and doing the “Saskatchewan Polka” to the old time dance music. She made many wonderful and long-lasting friendships. Respecting Arlie’s wishes, no service will be held. The family will gather for a celebration of Arlie’s life later this year. She will be sadly missed by all of her family and friends. We wish to thank the staff from Chase Primary Health, RIH, Ponderosa and Overlander for their compassionate care and support. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to www.heartandstroke.com.
Business & Services
Dry firewood $180. Can deliver. Call Jeff 250-819-6431. Mobile Massage for your health. Call 250-319-1293 for an appointment. Chase Upholstery – 323 Willow St, Chase, BC. 679-3923. Furniture – Auto – Boat tops and seats – RVs Interiors by Patrica - Interior Decor, Home Staging. Now with Furniture! Office: 250-679-3504 Cell 403-3706661. patricia@interiorsbypartricia. ca • www. interiorsbypartricia.ca Golden Ears Farm Bike Shop - Open on Appointment. Tune-ups & Parts, new/ used. Phone Paul at 679-8421. Shuswap Piano Tuning and Restoration. Call/text Kenny 250517-7717 kennyfin01@gmail.com Deb’s Bookkeeping & Tax Services Seniors and Low Income - Free Regular $45/ Couple $80 Business Returns start at $100 • Phone for Appoint. 250-679-2914 9 am - 3 pm
OBITUARY CARL DIGNARD
Carl passed away suddenly at home February 11th, 2015. He is survived by his wife Andrea and his three daughters Carol, Sherry & Jeannine and their families. He is also survived by Andrea’s family Tim & Ruth, Trevor & Daniel Kitchur formerly of Chase. Carl retired to the Shuswap from Winnipeg. His service to Chase and community included Chase Fire & Rescue, Adams Lake Fire Dept, the Knights of Columbus, Chase Lions Club, and the Chase Hamper Society. Part-time employment included the Chase Landfill and the RCMP Guards. A memorial mass will be held Saturday, February 28th, 2015 at 1 pm at Blessed Sacrament RC Church, Chase. Those wishing to do so may donate to the Chase Hamper Society, Box 137, Chase, V0E 1M0
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THANK YOU
A big thank you to the many wonderful performers who made our COP Coffee House a big sucess and the folks who attended. Thank you for supporting your local COP. Congratulations to our lucky 50/50 winner An enjoyable evening was held Friday, Feb 13th at Illihe Lodge. The CWL of Blessed Sacrament Church sponsored a Valentine Bingo & Tea. A great turnout and fellowship!
Classified deadline is Monday at 3 pm for Friday’s paper. $4.50 for 20 words. 20¢ each additional word (tax incl). Lost & Found & Thank yous are pay-what-you-can/free. Email info@ chasesunflower.ca or drop off at Sunflower Headquarters (721 Shuswap Ave) or Willows Natural Foods. Any category welcome. Wish someone a happy birthday or anniversary. Send congrats. Buy, sell, connect. $4.50/ad.
THANK YOU!
A big thank you to the game banquet for sharing. From all of us at Illihe Lodge who partook of you rmost generous offerings. It was very much enjoyed and appreciated. Sincerely, Louise Rhodes.
We want to express our appreciation for the community of Chase for all the support during our difficult time.
The Sunflower would like to the thank Diana and the Chase Museum, without which the Feb. 6th edition of the Chase Sunflower might not have existed! Thank you!
Our daughter Roseann Deleeuw, who lost her life in a house fire before Christmas, will be greatly missed by everyone.
IN SEARCH OF Looking for buy digital recorder, for “taping” interviews. Please contact Kelsey at the Sunflower, 250-679-8880.
We would like to thank the community of Chase, Chase Lions, Ladies Auxillary Royal Canadian Legion and everyone that has been there for us. Thank you, Jon & Teri Walker.
Chase Chamber of Commerce 2015/2016 President: Carmen Miller Vice President: Tracy Holloway Secretary/Treasurer: Linda Kynoch Board Members: Carmen Miller Joan Anderson Tristan Cavers Darlene Trowsse Donna Smith-Bradley Brock Endean Barbara Maher
“Never look back unless you are planning to go that way.” -Henry David Thoreau “Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known.” -Carl Sagan “Always remember that you are absolutely unique. Just like everyone else.” -Margaret Mead
Village of Chase - NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TAKE NOTICE that a Public Hearing will be held at the Village Office, 826 Okanagan Avenue, Chase, B.C., on Tuesday, February 24, 2015 commencing at 4:00 p.m. to consider Zoning Bylaw No. 683-2006, Amendment Bylaw No. 804-2015. 1. The purpose of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 804-2015 is: • To change the permitted land use on Lot 32, District Lot 517, KDYD, Plan 30232 Except Plans KAP53023 and DAP53387, PID 004-046-935 from “C-3 Service Commercial” to “C-3 Service Commercial permitting the use of residential dwelling for business owner / operator in combination with commercial use” as shown outlined in a heavy red line below. FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that this Bylaw may be inspected at the Village Office between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, excluding holidays, until the date of the Public Hearing. AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that all persons who believe their interest in property is affected by this proposed Bylaw amendment shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions on matters contained in the Bylaw. Those who are unable to attend the Hearing may make written submissions to the undersigned prior to the Public Hearing up to 3:30 p.m., during office house as noted above. No representations will be received by the Village Council after the Hearing has concluded. All written and verbal comments will become part of the public record. Dated this 11th day of February, 2015. T. Pretty, Deputy Corporate Officer
Page 7 • February 20th • Chase Sunflower continued from page 2... Chase Curling Club AGM, Saturday March 7th at the Chase Curling Club @ 5 pm.
SUNFLOWER SNAPSHOT
Chase Curling Club is hosting an open EVERYONE WELCOME one day FUN spiel on Sat March 7. FMI contact Janice 250-679-4471. Cost is $10 per person, includes a day of curling and supper!!
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Art Holding Memorial Arena
Public Skating: A sneak peak at some of the new artwork for sale at Sunflower Headquarters. Above image is from the ‘Shuswap Scribbles’ card collection of Libby Jay Chisholm.
Word Search - Social justice
The “World Day of Social Justice” is February 20th. We advance social justice when we remove barriers that people face because of gender, age, race, ethnicity, religion, culture or disability. Ageism is the prejudiced thoughts and discriminatory actions based on differences in age. Coalition is a collection of different people working toward a common goal. Collusion is the willing participation in the discrimination against one’s own group. Heterosexism is the presumption that everyone is, and should be, heterosexual. LGBTA is an acronym encompassing the diverse groups of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered populations and allies.
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The Salmon Arm Seated Seniors Hockey tournament - March 18 from 10 - 2:30 pm - Salmon Arm Community Centre. FMI Call Josh Friesen, (250) 819-4705. Chase CornStock planning meeting at 5pm on Wed, Feb 25th, at 834 Shuswap Ave. Open to anyone who would like to contribute to the planning / delivery of this year’s event on August 8th.
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Ksyrium Molasses Date Cookies
1 1/2 cups butter, softened 1 1/2 cup coconut sugar 1 /2 chopped dates 1 /2 cup molasses 2 eggs 4 cups sifted spelt flour 4 tsp. baking soda 2 tsp. ground cinnamon 1 tsp. ground cloves 1 tsp. ground ginger 1 tsp. salt Mix ingredients well. Chill for 1 hour. Roll into balls and bake for 12 min on 375.
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NUTS ABOUT HOMESTEADING Submitted by Oli Martens
Breaking NEWS! : A frog was spotted on Friday the 13 of February on VLA Road. My first question is, why did the frog cross the road? Second, is this Global Warming, or Climate Change? I’ve heard that in Blind Bay you could drive across the ice as little as 30 years ago. What is normal and where did it go? What are we to do about this here in Chase? This dilemma makes me think of a documentary movie called I Am. The movie tells the story of a cold and hungry man who stumbles upon a warm cabin while lost in the woods. Inside, the man finds warmth, food and companionship. His happiness dramatically increases. The documentary points out that once we have met these basic needs, our level of happiness no longer increases, despite increases in material wealth. The man who made this movie also produced Ace Ventura and a host of other block busters. He lived in a mansion and had is own private jet. After a biking accident he became depressed and went in search of the source of happiness. He now lives in a trailer and has sold off his unnecessary possessions. So a frog in February
may be strange, but how is this linked to being happy? Being involved in local food production is a great way to improve your health, the health of your community, and in these strange times it might even ensure your future happiness. Have you noticed the rise in food prices in recent years? And the persistent decline in food quality? With this strange weather comes a vulnerability to industrial farming practices. The UN released a report stating that small scale organic farming is the only way to “feed the world.” I would say it is also the only way to maintain a world with a moderate level of sanity. Being involved in the production of your own food or supporting someone you know is a choice we all have. How else are we to address climate change? Waiting for a corporate solution will only be the next level in the Franken-farm saga. A local group called the Young Agrarians has been running farm tours in an aim to connect people to their place. It has also been linking aspiring cashpoor farmers to land-rich farm owners. If interested check out: youngagrarians.org/ tag/okanagan/ Weather or not here we come. My name is Oli and I’m a Chase homesteader.
Nonsense Tales by Edward Lear There was an Old Person of Mold, Who shrank from sensations of cold, So he purchased some muffs, Some furs and some fluffs, And wrapped himself from the cold.
There was an Ol Man of Quebec, A beetle ran over his neck; But he cried, ‘With a needle, I’ll slay you, O beadle!’ That angry Old Man of Quebec.
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Take us to Nationals submitted by Village Lanes
It was an exciting weekend at Village Lanes for many of our local bowlers, a select few of them onto the Zone Finals to represent the Village of Chase, and hopefully, earning a spot in the Provincial, and even National Finals! The National Classifieds tournament was held this past Sunday, an event in which teams are made up of 5 players, all residing in different average classes. Congratulations to the ladies team advancing onto the Zone Finals, Kristyne McCoy, Sandra Coates, Karen Dennis, Ali Maki, and Linda Woodford. Woodford threw a whopping 344 game in the final game of the tournament, to beat out second place by just 18 pins! The men advancing on to the Zone finals are Ray Jackson, Patrick Wright, Terry Echlin of Napa Auto Parts, Elmer Dodds, and Kelly Collins! The men were incredible, and may have even set record breaking scores in this tourna-
ment. Congratulations to Terry Echlin on a massive game of 362. The men range in average classes from 150-240, and as a team averaged an astounding 230 per person. Congratulations to all of you, and do us proud at the Zone Finals! This coming weekend Village Lanes will be hosting our 2nd Annual February Bowl-A-Spiel, where players will compete to get their name engraved on the coveted house plaque, and enjoy a steak dinner on the Saturday evening. In conjunction with this event, the Village Lanes Bowling Club hosts a Silent Auction to raise funds to offset costs for out of town tournament fees, team shirts, etc. If anyone in the Village has any Silent Auction Items that they are willing to donate please feel free to bring them by Village Lanes any time before this Friday! Cheers everybody, and we will see you at the lanes!
BOOK REVIEW
Village of Chase Request For Proposals #2-15 Provision of Bylaw Enforcement Services The Village of Chase is seeking Requests for Proposals from qualified proponents for the provision of Bylaw Enforcement Services for the Village for a two-year contract term.
by Annelise Grube-Cavers
RFP documents will be available on the Village website at www.chasebc.ca, by emailing a request to dco@chasebc.ca, or a hard copy can be collected from the Village office after 12:00 noon on Tuesday, February 17, 2015.
REVIEW OF: The 100 Year Old Man Who Climbed Out His Window and Disappeared by Jonas Jonasson
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Ready for a laugh? This book will deliver one. The Swedish author ties together a hilariously lucky man’s story with some of history’s most infamous political characters. From the protagonists humble origins in Sweden his adventures take him around the globe on a rollicking adventure that will have you perched on the edge of your seat waiting to hear what comes next. Unlike some historically-based stories, you don’t need to know the history to appreciate the hilarity and the coincidence of what Allan Karlsson goes through in his life. The back of the book compares Allan to “Forest Gump (if Gump were an explosives expert with a fondness for vodka…)” and the
description couldn’t be more accurate. From Sweden to Spain and the USA to Russia, China and Indonesia, Allan is a well-travelled man by his 100th birthday, but his adventures aren’t over yet. This book had me with tears of laughter in my eyes, and I learned a few things too. Comes highly recommended from me, and once you’ve read it you can watch the film, which was just released last year. Happy reading!
RFP #2-15 - Provision of Bylaw Enforcement Services by 4:00pm Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at: Village of Chase 826 Okanagan Avenue, PO Box 440 Chase, BC V0E 1M0 Attn. Deputy Corporate Officer
Any and all inquiries regarding this RFP must be submitted in writing by mail to the address above or by email for attention of: Tammi Pretty, Deputy Corporate Officer dco@chasebc.ca The Village of Chase reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals, modify the terms of the proposal at any time, to waive defects in any proposal document and to accept the proposal which it may consider to be in the best interests of the Village. The lowest cost proposal or any proposal will not necessarily be accepted.
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PLAYOFF BOUND HEAT!
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he HEAT wrapped up the regular season this past weekend finishing second in the Doug Birk’s Division to claim home ice advantage in the KIJHL first round. In the highly competitive Division, Chase finished 10 points behind the leading Kamloops STORM, but with 58 points 1 up on 3rd place 100 Mile House WRANGLERS and 3 up on the 4th place Sicamous EAGLES. First round opponents in the best of seven series starting Friday, February 20th are the WRANGLERS from 100 Mile House. The HEAT split the weekend starting with a critical contest on” Friday the 13th” at home against the WRANGLERS. No scoring in the 1st but in the 2nd Cody Hodges on the powerplay from Trevor Okino and Chad Wilde got Chase on the board. 100 Mile got that one back with a powerplay marker of their own. In the 3rd the HEAT took over,scoring twice, Okino from Kaleb Boyle and Wilde on the powerplay and then Travis Beaubien assisted by Wesley Matsuda blasted the black rubber disk to put icing on the cake. A hard fought action packed 3 – 1 victory for the home side with Nic Bruyere going the distance in net. In a meaningless game for the HEAT on Valentine’s Day Saturday the 14th in Revelstoke the GRIZZLIES won 4 – 1. Chase got their lone digit late in the 2nd
from Zachary Fournier assisted by Matsuda and Hodges. Fournier played well earning the away star, while Daniel Toews stopped 50 of 54 shots he faced. Opportunity knocked for four associate players who got into the lineup while some regulars received the night off in preparation for the first round. PLAYOFF DATES: Fri, Feb. 20 at 7 pm - Chase Sat, Feb 21 at 7 pm - Chase Mon, Feb 23 at 7 pm - 100 Mile House Tue, Feb 24 at 7 pm - 100 Mile House If necessary: Thur, Feb 26 at 7 pm - Chase Fri, Feb 27 at 7 pm - 100 Mile House Sat, Feb 28 at 7 pm - Chase ICE CHIPS: Captain Kaleb Boyle finishes his regular season career with 47 powerplay goals in 146 games played. That is the alltime KIJHL record for powerplay markers! Local hockey star Cody Hodges lead team scoring with 28 goals, 31 assists for 59 points, good enough for 12th place in KIJHL scoring! Boyle finished 22nd with 52 points and Trevor Okino 48th with 42 points. The HEAT finished the KI regular season as the team tops in Special Teams, the powerplay is purring along at 24.2%! Tickets are available at the door for all home games. The best and largest crowd of the season rocked the local barn on Friday night! Your team looks forward to continued participation and enthusiasm from the stands aiding their ongoing success!
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