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January 26, 2007

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January 26, 2007

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The Invermere Thrift Shop is better, brighter and back in business.

The main street location has been painted, a new vinyl floor has been installed, and a new front counter and new pegboards added.

The Invermere Hospital Auxiliary funded the renovation with help from volunteers in the form of materials and labour.

This week the regular volunteers have been busy bringing back every scrap of merchandise that was removed to make way for the renovations. “Everyone agreed the renovations make a much nicer environment for the great items that are on display,” said volunteer coordinator Marj Wright, who says new volunteers are always welcome.

She also reminded everyone that donations are needed, especially clean clothing, linens, books, collectibles, small appliances and especially kitchenware.

In 2005 the thrift store raised $76,035 for hospital equipment and health care items for the hospital, Columbia House, the Health Unit, Mental Health, the Family Resource Centre, Home Care and Meals on Wheels.

In 2006 the thrift store pledged more than $100,000 for future purchases.

The thrift store is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursdays, and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

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January 26, 2007

Panorama ski hill for sale

By Brian Geis, Pioneer Staff Only months since it was acquired by a New York investment group, IntraWest Corporation is quietly shopping around its Columbia Valley resort to potential buyers.

Panorama General Manager Mark Woodburn confirmed the company’s intentions this week, but said very little else.

“It’s true,” Mr. Woodburn commented. “IntraWest has decided to focus strategically on core resort assets that are more significant in scale and scope and revenue-generating potential.”

Intrawest has interests in nine resorts at North America’s most popular mountain destinations, including Whistler Blackcomb, a host venue for the 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Intrawest owns Alpine Helicopters Ltd., the parent company of Canadian Mountain Holidays, the largest heli-skiing operation in the world, and owns a 67 per cent interest in Abercrombie & Kent, the world leader in adventure travel.

The Intrawest network also includes Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort in Florida and Club Intrawest—a private resort club with nine locations

throughout North America and in Europe.

Mr. Woodburn said IntraWest is talking to several companies it thinks might be interested in purchasing the resort and will refine its plan based on what results from the process.

“I’m not sure how long it will take,” he said.

“There’s really no reason to be concerned,” he said.

“We’re just focused on having a good season.”

Mr. Woodburn wouldn’t speculate on possible scenarios, but said he hopes the owners have a passion for the place.

“For Panorama,” he said, “the right thing would be to find new owners who are passionate about Panorama and realize its potential.”

In 2006, Intrawest was acquired by Fortress Investment Group LLC. Alex Wasilov, President and Chief Operating Officer, assumed the executive leadership role following the retirement of Joe Houssian, founder and former Chief Executive Officer.

Fortress Investment Group LLC is a leading global alternative asset manager with approximately $29.7 billion in assets under management as of September 30, 2006. Fortress is headquartered in New York and has affiliates with offices in Dallas, San Diego, Toronto, London, Rome, Frankfurt and Sydney.

RCMP Report The Columbia Valley RCMP received 52 calls for service, 10 of which were accidents.

• January 13: At approximately 7 a.m. a vehicle was pulled over for speeding by the police. Signs of impairment were noted and a 24 hour suspension was issued.

• January 16: It was reported to police that unknown culprits had stolen four tires off of a flat deck trailer left in the District of Invermere lot. If anyone has any information regarding this crime, call the Columbia Valley RCMP. • January 16: A domestic assault occurred in Edgewater. This file is still under investigation and charges will be forwarded to Crown for review of the circumstances. Alcohol was a factor!

• January 17: Police received report of the statue of “the Blessed Virgin” being stolen from the Catholic Church in Radium Hot Springs. The hard plastic statue is 4 feet tall, red and blue in color, and is valued at approximately $400.

• January 18: An assault occurred between two males of the same family in Athalmer. Police attended and one male was taken to the hospital with minor injuries. No charges are pending. Alcohol was a factor!

• January 19: At approximately 5:30 p.m. a 24hour suspension was issued to a driver of a vehicle stopped by police on Prospector Avenue in Radium Hot Springs.

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January 26, 2007

PIONEER NEWS BRIEFS Waste Management loses district garbage contract

tempt by R.K. Heli-Ski to quash the environmental certification issued to the Jumbo Glacier Resort project by the province, and protect its exclusive use of the Jumbo Valley for its heli-skiing business. In Beginning in February, a different fleet of gar- its suit, R.K. Heli-Ski alleged bias and a denial of bage trucks will be making the rounds in Invermere. procedural fairness in the administrative process that Waste Management of Canada lost its long-held led to the environmental certification. garbage and recyclables collection contract with the “We are disappointed. There’s no doubt about it.

District of Invermere. Southeast Contracting was It’s not what we hoped for,” R.K. Heli-Ski attorney the low bidder and won the contract through to the Bob Wickett said. “No decision has been made yet end of 2009. about what to do. We’re all still taking it in.”

District of Invermere Director of Municipal Works Brian Nickurak told council that the service Building permits down, would cost the district 19 percent more than last year. He estimated the cost for 2007 at $133,027. but dwelling units up

The report said the value of the new construction permitted jumped from $27.8 million to $46.6 million. Mr. Prosser reported that 2007 will likely show even greater increases. The value of January permits alone total more than $18 million and cover 129 dwelling units, almost as many that were permitted in all of 2006.

Invermere approves purchase of new pumper truck

The District of Invermere approved the purchase of a 2006 Rosenbaurer pumper truck at a cost of $239,000, plus taxes. According to Director of Finance Karen Cote, the pumper will replace the fire The District of Invermere issued fewer building department’s 1982 Hub pumper that has fallen short R.K Heli-Ski loses permits in 2006 than in 2005, but the number of of its annual pump test requirements for the last five dwelling units more than doubled. According to a years. District of Invermere Fire Chief Roger Ekman appeal against Jumbo report issued by the district’s Chief Administrative inspected the new truck and said it meets his departA B.C. Court of Appeals judge has rejected R.K. Office Chris Prosser, the number of building permits ment’s requirements. Mrs. Cote said the expenditure Heli-Ski’s appeal of a lawsuit filed against provincial issued in 2006 dropped to 130 from 139 issued in virtually drains the Fire Department’s equipment reofficials and proponents of the Jumbo Glacier Re- 2005. However, the number of dwelling units the serve fund, but that council has been diligent about permits covered mushroomed to 254, up from only building that fund and avoiding a lease will increase sort, backing the lower court’s decision.

According to the decision, the suit was an at- 108 in 2005. the department’s borrowing power.

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January 26, 2007

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PERSPECTIVE

Traces of Thompson

January 26, 2007

Historical Lens

By Brian Geis Pioneer Staff

Two hundred years ago, David Thompson arrived in the Columbia Valley. He built a bullet-proof trading post in Wilmer - good hunting ground, some say.

Kootenae House was so strong that the Piegans decided against attacking it after two spies were given the grand tour of the fort by Thompson himself.

He spent the following year exploring, hunting, trading, maintaining a tenuous peace with the Piegans and the Kootenay, and recording his first impressions of the Columbia Valley.

The second winter at Kootenae House was quiet, he wrote, “as the snow on the mountains is too deep for a war party to cross.” The winter was mild, and he hunted ducks and swans on the river and lake.

He built a “glacier” for frozen meat, “a square of about 12 feet, the bottom and the sides lined with ice.”

He loaded his deep freeze with alternating layers of meat and ice - 160 thighs and shoulders of red deer, and 47 antelope thighs.

And, in discovering the headwaters of the Columbia River, said Ross McDonald of Parks Canada and coordinator of David Thompson Bicentennial events, Thompson discovered the Northwest passage to the Pacific that had eluded so many that came before him.

Finding the Columbia River, Mr. McDonald said, was the key to the solution to the puzzle of the Northwest Passage; and Thompson’s 1814 map of Canada was a masterstroke of geography that shaped our view of the world.

This year, the eyes of a great many historians, young and old, will fall on the Columbia Valley. They will envy our ability to walk in David Thompson’s footsteps every day.

Four years of David Thompson Bicentennial events kick off next month, on the 150th anniversary of his THAT WAS THEN, THIS IS NOW—The top photo shows a 1911 curling event on the frozen surface of Lake death.

Windermere, a precursor to Saturday’s Bonspiel-on-the-Lake sponsored by the Invermere Curling Club. Above, Keep an eye in the coming months for stories that players participate in the 25th annual Bonspiel off Kinsmen Beach in Invermere on Saturday. celebrate the history-making achievements of one of Top photo courtesy of the Windermere District Historical Society. Photo above by Brian Geis our most notable residents.

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January 26, 2007

LETTERS Make the Rockies coaches sing!

Dear Editor: Watching the last Columbia Valley Rockies home hockey game was a bit disappointing. No, we don’t mean the game itself, which features an incredible display of skill by both teams climaxing in an overtime tie and shoot-out. No, the disappointing part was the empty seats in our arena and frankly being outcheeked by visiting fans.

The two main reasons for not attending the games are that there are few local players, and that the game has a bad reputation for unsporting behaviour.

Selection to a Junior hockey team is an achievement not accomplished by many players. There are highly competitive try-outs at this level and beyond all odds, a very few players ultimately advance to a professional career. One such local Rockies player, Wade Dubielewicz, thrilled us with his being promoted to a New York Islanders goalie last year.

Presently there are three local players affiliated - Brett Bjorkman, Reid Mitchell, and Blair Kloos along with the rest of the team who succeeded in the tryouts. These other young men ranging in age from 16 to 20 have had to leave their homes from as far as Prince Edward Island for the privilege and excitement of playing Junior Hockey in Invermere.

Many are young teenagers staying in billeted private valley homes while attending our local high school.

Past ‘out of towners’ who decided to stay and make their permanent home include Mark Shmigelsky (our mayor), Doug Schick, Barry Lightfoot, and Rory Hromadnik, for examples.

Others have returned home after enjoying our hospitality.

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As regards to the reputation of hockey, the NHL and minor hockey have recently addressed participant and public concerns of the game.

Last year all players were going to be permitted to excel by eliminating all impeding hockey. Any tolerances for holding, hooking, and interference is gone. Spectators are excited by the immediate improvement in the game. More consistent with the game as it is now played in many countries, particularly in Europe, we can now expect to see all hockey played in the thrill and exciting manner we are used to seeing in International hockey games.

Rockies hockey is the only regular valley event that gets together the broadest age range and diversity of valley residents. Our community benefits greatly from this event, enhancing the bond of our citizens.

Through exceptional efforts on the parts of players, coaches, and myriad of volunteers, and fan supports, we are lucky to have this junior hockey team.

As a community, let’s all support and cheer on our town team. Brings your enthusiasm and expect to see some new and renewed activities between periods including a return of the popular ‘toss the puck.’

Leading up to the playoffs, the next Rockies hockey home games are January 27th, February 9th and 10th, starting at 7:30 p.m. With a minimum 300 supporting fans in attendance, the coaches promise to sing the national anthem at the start of the next game. Practice up guys, you will be singing!

Hope to see at the next game.

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January 26, 2007

In defence of Strand’s Restaurant Dear Editor: I take exception to the proposal by Cardel Resorts to exchange the 9th Avenue right-of-way beside Strand’s Restaurant for a park.

Mr. Prosser, Chief Administrator, has stated 9th Avenue is currently being used for non-public purposes. If this is true, then most or all of Invermere’s downtown sector would be currently non-public use.

Here is a little history of the Strand’s Old House Restaurant property. Alexander Ritchie was the first owner of the property, from 1912 to 1919. It was then purchased by Dr. Filmer E. Coy, who not only resided on the property but had his office there and was the only medical office in Invermere from 1920 to 1945. Dr. Coy was Invermere’s first mayor when it was incorporated in the 1950s. In 1945, Ian and Lucy Weir resided in this location and had Invermere’s only kindergarten. Generations of Coys and Weirs have resided at this location.

In 1979 I purchased this property and opened a restaurant. In 1992 I sold it to the current owner Tony Wood. Ninth Avenue has been used by the owners and the public for parking for 95 years.

I went before Invermere’s council four times when I owned the property. The first time I went with building blueprints drawn up by Mark Hendrickson in 1979. Council passed it unanimously without any parking on site. They did this because a heritage home was being restored, and a new business provided em-

ployment and filled a void in the town. If my application had been turned down for access and/or parking, I would have not proceeded with the opening of an old house restaurant. This heritage home, which is on the local Historical Society’s list, would have been bulldozed.

The second building permit was issued to expand my living quarters above the restaurant. I parked on 9th Avenue when I lived above the restaurant.

The third permit was issued to expand the Coy Room, and the fourth permit was to construct a large addition to the east side, plus a deck. Once again this had the unanimous support of council in 1986.

Since I opened Strand’s Restaurant in 1980 and since Tony Wood bought me out in 1992, hundreds of valley residents have worked at the restaurant. The restaurant has contributed to many needy causes. It is not morally right for it to be negatively affected so that a developer can sell more townhouses on property owned by the taxpayers of Invermere.

Cardel bought the large parcel of land with the belief that it would be a profitable venture. It still will be profitable even if they must reconfigure their plans.

Why would this developer already have paid millions of dollars for the land and infrastructure?

Now they are proposing the land exchange - once again, to increase their profitability. Invermere will get a park/playground. This proposed park has little access with no parking and will be situated in the middle of a private development. It will be used to market their

townhouses, and guess what? When they have moved on, the taxpayer gets to maintain it forever.

Cardel gave the city of Calgary $150,000 in May 2006 to provide a park in the Tuscany area where they were building new homes. Within a block of Cardel’s Purcell Point development is located Lions Community Park. It is a wonderful park. Why doesn’t Cardel donate money to Invermere and the Lions Club so they can improve this park, which is only one block away from their new development?

Speaking in support of Cardel’s plan, Mayor Mark Shmigelsky said at a recent meeting: “ I am stunned at the lack of clarity. It is an issue we have dealt with for six months.”

Yes, it was six months or more, but all meetings were in camera and not open to the public. It is my understanding that the first time it came before the public was at the council meeting on November 29, 2006.

Then at the council meeting on December 12, 2006 all four elected councillors said they did not have enough information to proceed with the first three readings of Bylaw 1311.

I hope that when this comes before council to be voted on, the mayor will make it mandatory for all elected officials to be in attendance. That will be the only way this issue will be properly resolved.

Tim Strand Invermere

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Movie Review

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Out & About Your Weekly Guide to What’s Happening Around the Columbia Valley

A former nurse, Pat Luders transmits her love for people in her wood and bronze sculptures. See page 12.

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Planet Artz Returns · Pynelogs Cultural Centre Children’s Art Education Program for ages 4 to 14.

This series starts February 1st. Call 342-4423 to register.

Symphonie of the Kootenays · Christ Church Trinity With “Miniature Classics”, performed by the Principal Players of the Orchestra.

Sunday January 28, 2007 at 2 PM, Tickets $25 and $10.

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Ben Sures · Pynelogs Cultural Centre Folk & Roots Performer. Bistro Concert Series, February 4th at 7:30 pm.

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January 26, 2007

MUSIC • VISUAL ARTS • DINING • BAR SCENE • ENTERTAINMENT • PERFORMANCE ARTS

Bestseller: Cross Bones Reviewed by Sheila Bonny Invermere Public Library Cross Bones by Kathy Reichs Like her hero, Temperance Brennan, Kathy Reichs is a forensic anthropologist working in crime labs. Consequently, her tales uniquely document detailed laboratory work, rather than the character analysis and collection of physical evidence common in most murder mysteries.

In Cross Bones, Brennan and her detective lover, Andrew Ryan, set out to investigate the shooting death of a Montreal Jewish man.

The appearance of an ancient skeleton, possibly from the Israeli sacred site, Masada, suggests that the victim was involved in the illegal traffic of antiquities.

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Brennan uses forensic examination, computer programs and medical scales to determine the race, gender, and age of the skeletal remains. Her discoveries alarmingly threaten to undermine the foundations of two major religions and expose the investigators to violence from those who would suppress the controversial findings.

Reichs adds colour to the narrative by somewhat awkwardly describing Ryan’s culinary skills and romantic interludes between him and Brennan. Despite that, an intriguing plot and fascinating detail of laboratory investigation captivate a mystery lover.

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The Guardian offers more drama, less bloodshed Review by Elinor Florence The Guardian is an action/adventure/drama film with more drama and less bloodshed than the usual fare.

Kevin Costner is back as a legendary rescue swimmer for the Coast Guard, a rescue swimmer being the guy who is lowered into the water from a helicopter to save people in distress.

His character Ben Randall (and Costner himself ) is getting a bit long in the tooth to be performing these feats, so he becomes an instructor.

Enter a cocky young swimming champion, Jake Fischer, played by Ashton Kutcher, the heartthrob of young girls everywhere (and Demi Moore) who is driven by the crusty old teacher to do his best.

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Bering Sea. In his initial solo rescue, Jake learns firsthand from Randall, the true meaning of heroism and sacrifice, echoing the Coast Guard Swimmer’s motto: “So Others May Live!”

I saw this movie recently during a long flight. When the airplane started to experience some pretty major turbulence over the ocean, the flight crew turned on the movie to distract the passengers.

The very first scene showed a helicopter crashing into the icy waters during a huge storm and people struggling for their lives. It was not reassuring, although it certainly lent a note of realism.

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MUSIC • VISUAL ARTS • DINING • BAR SCENE • ENTERTAINMENT • PERFORMANCE ARTS February 4th

Out & About Please call 341-6299 or Email us at upioneer@telus.net to enter your event in our FREE listings.

Toby Theatre • January 24 - 27: James Bond: Casino Royale • January 31 - February 3: Charlotte’s Web

January 27th • 9 am - 12 pm: Broadband Open House, Brisco Community Hall. For info: 1-888-478-7335.

• 1:30 pm - 6 pm: Broadband Open House, Edgewater Community Hall. For info: 1-888-478-7335.

• 7:30 pm: Fernie vs. Columbia Valley Rockies, Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena.

January 28th • 2 pm: Symphonie of the Kootenays - “Miniature Classics”, Christ Church Trinity. Tickets are $20, $10 for students, available at Dave’s Book Bar, Essentials, Pynelogs (credit cards accepted), Trims and Treasures in Fairmont.

January 30th • 7 pm - 9 pm: Financial planning and investing class “Smart Investors Series” at College of the Rockies.

For info and to register: 342-3210.

January 31st • 7 pm - 8 pm: Evening seminar ‘RRSP 2007’, BMO. Held at the Best Western Invermere Inn. For info and to RSVP: Stephen Lee, 341-6810.

February 2nd • 7 pm: Laws of Spirit Circle - The Law of Choice.

Based on Dan Millman’s book, this circle, facilitated

by Maria Kliavkoff, explores The Laws of the Spirit month-by-month. For more info: 347-2110, or visit www.mkfacilitations.com • 9 am: Regional District of East Kootenay Board meeting. Committee meetings are held immediately preceding board meetings, and both are open to the public. For info: (250) 489-2791.

• 7 pm: Bistro Concert Series presents Ben Sures, folk and roots performer and award winning song writer for John Lennon. www.bensures.com Tickets available at Dave’s Book Bar, Pynelogs, Essentials, Trims & Treasures. For info: 342-4423.

February 5th • 7 pm: Town Hall Meeting for Area F, Windermere Community Hall. For info: RDEK, 1-888-478-7335.

February 8th • 7 pm: Town Hall Meeting for Area F, Fairmont Fire Hall. For info: RDEK, 1-888-478-7335.

February 9th • Rotary Club of Invermere “Citizen of the Year” nomination deadline. Mail nominations to Box 877, Invermere, BC, V0A 1K0.

• 7:30 pm: Castlegar vs. Columbia Valley Rockies, Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena.

February 10th • 2 pm: Valentine Tea & Bake Sale, Radium Seniors Hall. Sponsored by Edgewater - Radium Health Care Auxiliary. For info: 347-9874.

• 2 pm: Tea & Bake Sale, Mt. Swansea Chapter #80, Eastern Star. Held at the Masonic Hall, adults $4, children $2.

• 7:30 pm: Grand Forks vs. Columbia Valley Rockies, Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena.

February 12th • 7 pm: Town Hall Meeting for Area G, Brisco Community Hall. For info: RDEK, 1-888-478-7335.

February 15th • 7 pm: Town Hall Meeting for Area G, Edgewater Community Hall. For info: RDEK, 1-888-478-7335.

February 17th • 7 pm: Syndicate Rail Jam Series, Panorama Mountain Village. Register at CanSki and Guest Services in the Ski Tip Lodge, Showcase Snowboards in the Tamarack Lodge, and Syndicate Boardshop in Invermere.

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New Video Releases Tuesday • Modigliani • Flyboys • The Doctor, The Tornado & The Kentucky Kid • Facing The Giants • Open Season • One Night With The King • Rx • Unknown • The Marine • Facing the Giants

Invermere Thrift Store Thursdays, 10 am - 4 pm Fridays and Saturdays, 1 pm - 4 pm Also: • Flatware for rent “For All Occasions”, Invermere Health Care Auxiliary. $2.50/dozen, 300 place settings available. For info: Karla Schager, 342-9981.

Radium Library Hours • Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday: 2 pm - 4 pm • Tuesday & Thursday: 7 pm - 9 pm • Saturday: 10 am - 12 pm

Columbia Valley Food Bank Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 pm - 2 pm To donate, mail a cheque to: Box 2141, Invermere.

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Cool Pool, Friday 6 pm - 9 pm, Saturday - Sunday 12 pm - 9 pm. For info: 347-9485.

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Student News MONDAY, FEBRUARY 5th: • 9 am: PAC Meeting, Martin Morigeau.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 9th: • 7 pm: PAC Meeting, JA Laird.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13th: • 7 pm - 11 pm: DTSS Leadership Class presents the school dance, held at Bud’s Bar & Lounge. Tickets are $5.00 in advance, and $7.00 at the door. Open to DTSS and Open Doors students only. Proceeds go towards building a school in Kenya.

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Pat Luders sculpts from wood and bronze Third Millennium, a bronze triangle hangs upside-down, to symbolize the era. “It expresses my hope for the future of mankind in Pat Luders has dedicated a this millennium,” Pat says of the wall in her studio-workshop to thought-provoking piece. the sculptors she reveres. There are Next to the tables are three photographs of works by Rodin bronze portrait heads. One is a and Isamu Noguchi, and by lesser bust of first nations member April known but equal talents. “I call this Mercredi, Pat’s former classmate my wall of inspiration,” she says. at Red Deer College. It indicates Pat’s own work will surely ina love of humankind, which is no spire future artists. The striking mystery in Pat’s case. A former three-dimensional sculptures she nurse, she has a natural empathy creates with wood and bronze have that shows in all her work. won her several awards, includ“The portrait heads are an ing the first-ever Viewer’s Choice ideal way to express my love for Award granted at the Mountain Pat Luders people,” she says. “I believe that’s Mosaic Festival of the Arts. why I chose three-dimensional art.

She won for an abstract table sculpture, a mixed media art form that enables her It lets me do justice to my subject.”

There are many steps involved in building a porto express complex ideas with an elegant simplicity. trait head, from creating the clay sculpture that will She crafts the tables from recycled wood and inlays them with ancient cultural symbols made of copper. form the basis of the work to applying the finish coat The symbols represent the global family, a cherished of red-hot, red copper. It’s a long and painstaking protheme of Pat’s. Labyrinths carved in soapstone feature cess that only a true artist could love.

Originally from Camrose, Alberta, Pat had fulprominently in her work.

Above the table sculpture titled Hope for the filling careers in home-care nursing and stay-at-home

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parenting before enrolling in the Visual Arts program at Red Deer College. She was uncertain about that decision. “I hadn’t written an essay for thirty years!

But, that urge to create, that impulse, it never leaves you.”

Her fears were unfounded. She made the dean’s list and the honour roll and earned a travel-study scholarship that took her to art galleries in Washington and New York. After graduation, the college invited her back as a studio assistant in the sculpture program. The job enabled her to continue her own work, independently.

In August 2000, Pat and her husband Len moved to a beautiful acreage in Dutch Creek. Two years ago, they started building Pat’s studio near their house.

The project has consumed much of her time. She is relieved to see it finished.

The future holds promise: a possible show at Pynelogs Cultural Centre in association with potter Alice Hale, mixed media artist Lynne Grillmair and glass artist Leslie Rowe-Israelson; the freedom to explore new themes, and to create art for the simple joy of doing so; the responsibility of a commissioned work, or two.

“I’ve been very lucky to be able to do this,” Pat says. “This is not where I expected to be at this age. I wish the same for others.”

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January 26, 2007

A Day in Court The following people were sentenced in Adult Criminal Court in the Invermere Court House on January 23, 2007, with Judge D.C. Carlgren presiding.

• Barbara Deglow was sentenced to one year of probation and 40 hours of community service on a charge of possession of stolen property under $5,000 after being caught behind the wheel of a truck whose occupants were stealing fuel from an ATV. Upon inspection, the court heard, other stolen property was found in the bed of the truck. All the stolen property was return to its rightful owner.

• Dwayne J. Ewart pleaded guilty to a charge of operating a vehicle while impaired. His driving privileges were suspended for one year and he was fined

$600 and ordered to pay a $50 victim surcharge.

• Peter J. Fry was sentenced to one year of probation, ordered to undergo counseling and ordered to have no contact with his wife after a charge of domestic assault.

• John E. Galbraith was sentenced to six months of probation and 20 hours of community service, ordered to have no contact with his cousin Faron Galbraith and ordered to pay a $50 victims surcharge after being charged with breach of probation.

• Jeffrey C. Leclair pleaded guilty to a charge of operating a vehicle while impaired after being stopped for not wearing a seatbelt. Mr. Leclair’s driving privileges were suspended for one year and he was ordered to pay a fine of $900 and a victim surcharge of $135.

2007 BONSPIEL—Two hundred and fifty-six curlers organized into 64 rinks turned out for this year’s Bonspeil-on-the-Lake. A dinner of fresh salmon, flown in from Campbell River, was served to 312 guests at the dinner and dance that followed. Kenny and the Crusiers entertained.

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“Life’s a beach!” You’ve probably heard the expression.

It’s one we use frequently out here in Niger. But here the sense is different—for us it’s a commentary on the vast amount of sand everywhere in this land-locked West African country, over half of which is covered by the Sahara Desert.

Between Christmas and New Year’s Day my Canadian colleagues and I had a “beach holiday.” We saw miles and miles of clean sand, rippled by the wind. The only thing missing was water! Yes, we made a trip up to the desert.

Late one afternoon, I sat atop a sand dune watching the sun sink below a range of dunes to the west. The dunes aren’t nearly as high as the Rockies, of course, but there was enough similarity to remind me of the many times I’ve sat on peaks and ridges in the Kootenays. As far as I could see, there was a vast sandy sea of peaks and valleys. No snow.

No trees. Only sand.

That was also the day I experienced all four seasons in twenty-four hours—or at least the temperature of all four seasons. That morning, in a village a couple hours away from the dunes, we sat huddled around a fire toasting stale bread for breakfast. It felt like spring in Canada, crisp and fresh, with temperatures in the single digits. I was grateful for the jacket I’d picked up at the used market the previous week.

We spent the morning at a traditional festival of the Tuareg people (also known as the Tamajek). Nomadic “lords of the desert,” the Tuareg have guarded their cultural history and come together annually to celebrate with poetry, song, dance and various displays of their mastery of the camel, including races and dancing. We watched the dance of the camels. Men in turbans and flowing robes, sporting long swords in leather sheaths, and looking as if they’d stepped out of a Lawrence of Arabia film, skillfully guided their decorated camels around the “dance floor” (a field of sand). A group of women gathered in the middle of the field singing and playing drums. Camels came and went from the circle, some running, some trotting, all of their riders perched proudly on elaborately decorated leather saddles. The climax of the dance was the camel who danced on his knees to the cheering of the crowd.

At the end of the dance, the camels and riders arranged themselves behind the crowd like a line of centurions overseeing the next event. While the women continued to sing, the men took to the dance floor, stomping, jumping and twirling to the crowd’s applause. It looked to me like a cross between what I’ve seen of traditional First Nations dancing and break dancing. And I think they intentionally kicked up sand with their leather flip-flops, leaving clouds of dust in their wake.

We left the festival and returned to our “hotel” for lunch. (To call the place a hotel is too complimentary—in reality it was a two-room mud house with no furniture, and an outhouse about two blocks away!) We sat in the shade awaiting our meal, but I put my thermometer in the sun—it registered 47 C! Definitely the “summer” part of our day!

After lunch we headed out to the sand dunes, stopping on the way to gather firewood with which to cook our evening meal. A biting autumn wind cut across the plains of sand. If there had been any leafy trees around, their leaves would have been long gone I’m sure. The only vegetation in sight was thorn bushes and some tufts of dry grass.

Bouncing across the barren and desolate land, we saw a few nomadic families traveling with their herds. One man was leading his camel with his wife following behind riding on a donkey. They looked like Mary and Joseph on their way to Bethlehem. Then we came across a camel train—at least fifty camels loaded down with grain and other supplies for isolated Tuareg camps.

That night we slept under the stars at the base of a sand dune. We snuggled into our sleeping bags early and gazed up at the stunning beauty of the night sky, picking out familiar constellations and enjoying a display of shooting stars. Sometime in the night winter struck! It was -2 C! And we were a very chilly bunch, joking that we don’t even go camping in Canada when it’s that cold. And there we were freezing to death on the Sahara Desert after a drop of 49 degrees in one day.

Not every beach holiday offers this much variety! I wonder if perhaps I’ve now been somewhere that Andy Stuart-Hill hasn’t?! (Sorry Andy, I couldn’t resist that remark!)

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January 26, 2007

Special event planned for Family Literacy Day The Invermere Public Library and the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy will host a special event on Saturday, January 27th in honour of Family Literacy Day. Everyone is invited to come to the library from 1 to 4 p.m. for cake and refreshments served by the newly-formed Friends of the Library, a group of volunteers who will assist the library’s fundraising efforts.

At 1:30 p.m. a storytime will be held for preschoolers.

MLA Norm Macdonald will arrive at 2 p.m. to accept one of the very first BC OneCards. This is a new library card that will allow B.C. residents to take out up to five items from any public library in the province and return them to any other library without penalty.

“This will also appeal to people who would otherwise have to pay a non-resident fee at the Invermere Public Library,” said librarian Liz Robinson.

She said the event on Saturday afternoon will also give the library board and staff a chance to publicly thank the government bodies that fund the library the District of Invermere, and the Regional District of East Kootenay. Everyone is invited to attend.

Radium swim club preparing new programs The swim club based out of the Radium Hot Springs Pools has had a busy month preparing new programs for all Columbia Valley swimmers. We have a wide range of programs starting February 5th, 2007.

The programs that we currently offer include Parent & Tot, Red Cross Swim Preschool, Red Cross Swim Kids, Junior Lifeguard Club, and Adult Swimmers.

Throughout the next few months we will be looking at offering a Babysitters Course, Triathlon Training, Snorkeling Workshop, National Lifeguard Training and other courses with enough interest. Beginning September 2007, we will be offering pre-competitive swim club training.

If you are interested in any of these programs or for more information, please see our website at www. columbiavalleyswimming.net or Email: daenter@ telus.net or phone (250) 342-1369.

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January 26, 2007

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Here are a few more interesting facts about our national pastime: • The perfect thickness of the ice in a pro NHL hockey rink is 5/8 of an inch. (The thickness of the ice in the rink makes no dierence to us. It’s the thickness of the ice on the lake that we Windermere guys worry about!) • Bill Masterton died in 1969 from a body check, marking the only time that an NHL player has died on the ice. (Watching some of the guys trying to catch their breath at our games makes it hard to believe we survive an hour a week!) • The ďŹ rst player to wear protective headgear was George Owen of the Boston Bruins in 1928. (Bryon’s helmet looks that old!) • The last helmetless player, the St. Louis Blues’ Craig MacTavish, retired in 1997. (There are a few hard-headed guys that actually don’t need to be wearing helmets in our league still.) • On a relatively long-distance shot, 60 feet away from the goal, the goaltender will have 0.45 seconds to react. (All that time and most of them still can only watch the puck sail past!) • A hockey puck is one inch thick, three inches in diameter and only weighs about six ounces. (That’s why Irwin and Ernie can carry it all night long!)

• In the history of the National Hockey League, seven goalies have been credited with a total of nine goals. Philadelphia’s Ron Hextall (1987, 1989) and New Jersey’s Martin Brodeur (1997, 2000) each scored twice. The ďŹ rst was New York Islander Billy Smith in 1979. The most recent was San Jose’s Evgeni Nabokov in 2002 . (Pieter Jansen scored one this year - the only problem was it went into his own net!)

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Independently Owned and Operated Paul Glassford Representative

(250) 341-1395 pglassford@telus.net

INVERMERE

1022B-7th Ave.

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Independently Owned and Operated

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Bernie Raven Representative

(250) 342-7415

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PAUL ROGGEMAN 341-5300

Dedicated to all your real estate needs.

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For professional management of your strata corporation or rental property, overseen by a CertiÀed Property Manager (CPMŽ), CertiÀed Professional Residential Property Manager (CPRPM) and Power Engineer, with the accounting done by a CertiÀed General Accountant, please contact Bill Weissig by phone at 341-4178, or by email at bweissig@mountaincreek.ca.

Our property managers are licensed under the Real Estate Services Act of B.C. For more information regarding their extensive qualiÀcations and experience please go our web site at http://www.mountaincreek.ca.

20 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

January 26, 2007

P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS 1 bedroom basement suite,

BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT newly renovated, very large, We got a GREAT Christmas present! Conner Thomas Brooks, born December 25th, 2006, to proud parents Jody and Leanne Brooks. Weighing 9 lbs, 2 oz. Delighted grandparents Tom & Colleen Brooks, Karen and Michel Pineau, and Brian Kuysten.

THANK YOU The Invermere Health Care Auxiliary and the Thrift Shop wishes to thank the following for their time and contribution to our Thrift Shop renovations: Kurt Baertschi, Kurt’s Fine Wood Furnishing Ltd.; Dick Friss, Schmidtke Superior Cabinets; Weip Kuipers, Toby Creek Wood Products; Klaus Geyer, K.G. Finishing. M.Wright, Thrift Shop Co-ordinator.

STORAGE New•House Multi-storage, various sizes available, now with climate controlled units. Call 342-3637.

Fenced storage in Canal Flats on Hwy 93/95. RVs, boats, autos, ski-doos, etc. 250-349-8212.

SUITES FOR RENT CONTRACTORS: self-contained cabins by the week or month, 250-345-6365, Fairmont Bungalows.

1 bedroom and 2 bedroom, N/S, N/P, Stein Apartments, 1 block from downtown. Available immediately, 342-6912.

Kootenay Apartments in Radium (Kootenay Motel) has clean, furnished, and all inclusive 1 and 2 bedroom units $600 - $800 for long or short-term monthly rental. N/S, N/P, DD and references required. Contact Don or Sue Miller 342-6908 (day), 342-3709 (evenings).

separate entrance, Canal Flats. $550/month, plus 1/2 utilities.

Call 403-235-5507.

2 bedroom, 2 bath furnished suite sleeps up to 7. $950/month includes cable and utilities, N/P. Call John 342-6293.

2 bedroom fully furnished ground-floor apartment for rent.

1-1/2 blocks from downtown Invermere. Cable, utilities, and laundry facility included.

New paint, $1200/month plus damage deposit. N/S, references required. Available February 15th. Phone (250) 342-9712 evenings.

HOMES FOR RENT Windermere, 2 bedroom furnished executive house with fridge, stove, d/w, w/d, fireplace, satellite service, heated garage.

N/S, N/P. $1200/month plus utilities. Available February 1st, 2007. Sandy, 342-0020.

HOMES FOR SALE 2004 Moduline Landmark 14x70, 3 bedrooms, sunken LR, vaulted ceiling, f/s, w/d, d/w, comes w/addition and deck. $115,000, 347-9381, Radium.

Lochend in the Valley presents Lochend Gardens: stunning new mountain-style homes at 130 11th Avenue, Invermere. 1,233 - 1,433 SF, 2 or 3 bedrooms, ceramic tile and laminate, fabulous kitchen, single car garage, heat pump, and more.

Prices starting at $349,000 + gst. Phase 1 sold out. Only four homes left! Call 250-342-5229.

2002 modular home for sale, 1250 sq.ft., all appliances included, affordable propane heat. For more information call 342-9348.

LAND FOR SALE

SERVICES

New lots along Crescentwood coming. Commercial lots available NOW for less! Acreage West of town - Edgewater Developments 347 9660, edgeh2o@ telus.net.

Simes Painting: interior and exterior, new homes and existing, quality woodwork finishing, laquers, staining, and clearcoating. Call Barry. 3420572 Windermere.

Fully serviced lot in Radium Hot Springs. The lot is .15 acres on desirable Pine Cone Lane.

Architectural controls are in place for this west facing lot, with a beautiful mountain view. It is located directly across the road from The Springs golf course. Asking price is $175,000.

Contact Suzanne or Mac at 780459-1150 or 780-203-5556 for further information.

Sunsations Day Spa serving the valley for 18 years. Massage, esthetics, hair. NOW by appointment only. Tuesday through Saturday. Call BonnieLou or Cara-Lee, 342-6899.

R-2 lot in Invermere, close to beach/boutiques, bakery, no building commitment. $300,000, no gst. View this and other properties for sale by this owner at WeList.com #25567, 23378, 23877. Call 342-8388.

Residential/Vacation Properties Maintenance & Repairs

MISC. FOR SALE HAY, top quality round bales, alfalfa grass. Call Elkhorn Ranch 342-0617.

Bulk foods bins and glass storage jars, $6 and up. Grant’s Food s on 8th Ave.

VEHICLES FOR SALE 2000 Toyota 4-Runner, SR5, silver, auto, tan leather, tint, CD, air, tilt, cruise, alarm, 126,000km. $23,000 OBO, 3495664.

$10,000,000 in vehicle inventory.

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WORK WANTED Individual with extensive experience in renovations, carpentry, plumbing, painting, drywall, tilesetting. Hourly - contract.

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CAREERS Lucky Strike Gas & The Valley Alley Bowling Centre are looking for fun and energetic individuals who like to work with the public.

Come Join our Team!! Bowling Alley Staff, Cashier and Gas Attendants Wanted, Needed and Welcomed! Full-time &/or parttime available. Phone 342-6117 or drop off resume at The Valley Alley.

Experienced framing carpenters

required. Full crews, lead hands, labourers. Phone Curt at 250270-0744, or Glen at 270-0644.

Front Desk/Guest Registration needed at the Mountain View Lodge. Evenings, approximately 5-10 pm. Some simple accounting and light duties involved. Wage negotiable. Call Nicky or Allan at 342-6618, or drop resumes to 747-12th Street (across from the Post Office).

RESIDENT CARE WORKER: Full-time and casual, Union membership, HEU. See posting, Mount Nelson Place. Please contact (250) 342-3699, Stephanie Healy, Manager.

BUSINESS FOR SALE Wine and beer making business for sale, established clientele, $37,000 plus inventory. Phone Judy, 342-7096.

CAREER OPPORTUNITY 4-5 days a week. Hourly wage plus sales commision.

CHEERS CHEERS to Fred and his gang for the successful Bonspiel on the Lake.

CHEERS to the guys at Inside Edge for blowing up my gym ball. You’re the best, thanks! Z.R.

• Self Motivated • Ambitious • Sales Experience necessary • A good “Design Eyeâ€? • Computer/OfďŹ ce skills a must Please respond with resumĂŠ by January 31st to Panache Interiors Box 2370, Invermere, BC V0A 1K0

January 26, 2007

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 21

P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS OFFICE MANAGER The Pioneer Newspaper seeks full-time Office Manager to perform a variety of duties in this busy office. Must be a team player, able to work independently, and have exceptional customer service skills.

Responsibilities include invoicing, administrative and clerical duties. Required are strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Proofreading ability essential.

Drop resume at No. 8, 1008-8th Avenue or mail resume to Box 868, Invermere, V0A 1K0. For information call Elinor Florence, Publisher, at 341-6299. Only applicants who are being considered will be contacted.

Join our team!

Fairmont Creek Property Management is looking for a responsible, friendly, people-person for front desk reception/reservations.

Please fax resumé to 345-0078 or e-mail: val@fairmontcreek.ca

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 6

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 6

(ROCKY MOUNTAIN)

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Journeyman - Bus Mechanic

ICT Services Assistant

We Work At Play!

School District No. 6 (Rocky Mountain) is now accepting applications for a temporary, part-time (30 hrs/wk) service-orientated Bus Mechanic in the Kimberley Zone, effective February 1, 2007 until June 30, 2007.

This is skilled mechanical maintenance work of School District vehicles and equipment. Work schedule to be determined. Successful applicants would also be able to access casual work.

School District No. 6 (Rocky Mountain), is now accepting applications for a permanent, full-time (40 hrs/wk), Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Services Assistant, working Monday to Friday, effective as soon as possible. This position will work in all three zones (Kimberley, Invermere, Golden) of the Rocky Mountain School District. The ICT Services Assistant will provide ICT systems support across the District, as well as assist in the utilization of webpage technology, provide individual and group user training and/ or troubleshooting support, maintain the District website and District databases, and support technical aspects of the implementation of District initiatives. The employee will work in various facilities as an integral and contributing member of the technical services team. Successful applicant must have:

Voted “Best Conditioned Course in BC”, Eagle Ranch Golf Course is an 18-hole championship golf course located in picturesque Invermere, British Columbia. This year, Eagle Ranch will proudly unveil a magniÄcent clubhouse complete with an expanded Golf Shop, upscale rustic dining room, meeting room and lounge.

1. Grade 12 plus certiÀcation or equivalent experience of at least one year, or a combination of training and experience, in ICT and software support, website design, creation and maintenance.

2. Must have training and/or equivalent experience working with computer hardware/software in a networked environment.

3. Must be prepared to upgrade skills, as required, to remain current in an ever-changing technical environment.

4. Valid driver’s licence for the Province of British Columbia

Reservations Agent – Eagle Ranch Golf Course

The successful applicant must possess a grade 12 diploma, B.C. CertiÀcate of Registration as a Journeyman or CertiÀcate of Trade QualiÀcation (T.Q.) in the appropriate trade category; valid Class 2 driver’s licence with Air Brake Endorsement for the Province of B.C. Applicants must possess an automotive service technician certiÀcate as well as their MVA Inspector’s CertiÀcate.

Questions regarding this position should be addressed to Mr. Norm Julien, Operations Supervisor, (250) 3425527. Deadline for applications will be Monday, January 29, 2007 at 4:00 p.m. QualiÀed applicants may submit a resume, including three references to: Paul Carriere Assistant Superintendent of Schools School District No. 6 (Rocky Mountain) PO Box 70 Kimberley, B.C. V1A 2Y5 (250) 427-2245 (tel) (250) 427-2044 (fax) e-mail: hr@sd6.bc.ca

Successful applicant will be subject to a Criminal Records Review. We would like to thank all applicants, but only those short listed will be contacted.

Applications with full supporting documentation, including three references to be forwarded by Monday, January 29, 2007 at 4:00 p.m.

At Eagle Ranch, our approach to golf operations is simple – we strive to provide the ultimate guest experience - which means hiring and retaining employees who strive for excellence in all that they do. We are looking for team players with a ‘can do’ attitude to contribute positively to our continued growth. Our ideal candidates will possess characteristics that reÅect our corporate values of caring, integrity, excellence, team spirit and Änancial responsibility.

Eagle Ranch Golf Course is accepting resumes for the position of Reservations Agent. As the initial customer contact for Eagle Ranch Golf Course, the Reservations Agent will be responsible for tee time bookings and efÄcient tee sheet management. Working in a busy, fast-paced environment, candidates must be organized and be able to maintain accuracy while handling multiple tasks. Excellent comunication skills and phone manners are essential. Computer skills, including a strong working knowledge of Excel, are required.This is a full-time, seasonal position (Approximately March to October).

Mr. Paul Carriere Assistant Superintendent School District No.6 (Rocky Mountain) P.O. Box 70, Kimberley, B.C. V1A 2Y5 Phone: (250) 427-2245 • Fax: (250) 427-2044 e-mail: hr@sd6.bc.ca We would like to thank all applicants, but only those short-listed will be contacted. Successful applicant will be subject to a criminal record search.

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Application Deadline: Friday, February 9 Resumes may be sent conÄdentially to: Eagle Ranch Golf Course RR #3, M-2, C-11 Invermere, BC V0A 1K3 Email: careers@eagleranchresort.com Fax: 1-250-342-2563

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January 26, 2007

22 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

NOMINATIONS WANTED for

CITIZEN OF THE YEAR Nominations are now open for the Invermere Rotary Club’s annual Citizen of the Year Award.

Anyone who wants to nominate a person they feel has made a significant contribution to the community is asked to write a letter outlining their reasons. All nominations are to be mailed to the Rotary Club of Invermere, Box 877, Invermere, BC V0A 1K0.

Anyone can be nominated. Contributions to the community can mean many things. It does not have to mean someone in the public eye. Many contributions to the community are accomplished in quiet unassuming ways.

Take the time....write a letter of nomination. It’s an honour just to be nominated.

Deadline for nominations is Friday, February 9th, 2007.

More information concerning the Citizen of the Year Award can be obtained from any Rotary member.

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Radium public library puts kids on the road to reading

By Sandra Kelly Special to The Pioneer In recent years, public libraries have increased their emphasis on literacy programs for children. That’s due in part to technology. Much of the research data that adults once needed to get from their local library is now accessible on-line.

But public libraries continue to play a critical role in getting kids to read and to relish book-learning, through parentchild reading programs and other initiatives designed to kickstart a lifelong reading habit.

“We start learning from the moment we’re born,” says Jane Jones, who manages the Radium Public Library. “That’s why it’s so important for parents to read to their young children.”

With that in mind, the library is now issuing membership cards to all the newborn babies in town. It isn’t a new idea—libraries everywhere are adopting the practice—but it’s timely for Radium, says Jane. “This community is growing and changing. More young families are coming here, most of them business owners. Many of them have two small children.”

She says that news of a newborn travels quickly by word of mouth in the small community. Some of it comes from the moms already participating in the library’s Saturday morning reading program for small children. “Those moms tend to know about other new moms.”

The reading sessions are a delight for everyone involved, she says. “It’s wonderful to see how children respond to books.

They’re shy at first. They let mom choose the book. But they soon begin to make

their own choices.”

Tanya Beyak concurs. Her daughter Jane Elizabeth entered the world “a little too soon” last September, but Tanya believes it’s never too soon to start learning.

“I read to my children every night,” she says, referring to Jane and her 20-monthold brother Jack. “I think it’s really important to do that.”

The Radium library became a public library in 2005. It is currently housed in the seniors’ hall on Stanley Street. It has a tiny room filled with books and the use of meeting facilities, when needed. As the town grows, the space becomes less and less viable, says Jane. “We definitely need a bigger facility.”

The search for new space is just one of several tasks at hand for the library’s new board of trustees: Chairperson Helle Fry, Vice-Chairperson Michelle Stetsko, Linda Dickerson, Karen Bedford and Ron Verboom, Radium’s town council representative on the board.

There is also a general membership drive happening and a quest to computer-catalogue all of the library’s books.

The latter is an ambitious project that will take time, says Jane. “It’s important that it get done, though.”

A lifelong volunteer at public libraries, Jane is now in training to become a certified librarian technician. She is a strong advocate of child literacy initiatives such as the province-wide Books for Babies program.

The objective of that program, launched in 2005, is to put books in the hands of every baby in the province. “We all agree with that,” she says. “We want to put kids on the road to reading at the earliest possible age.”

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January 26, 2007

FAITH

Valley Churches

Getting to know Jesus

By Rev. Dieter Magnus, Senior Pastor, Alliance Church The Bible teaches that Jesus is someone we can get to know personally. That is a stretch for people who are seeking truth, but struggling with the concept of God. Even those who believe in God too often see Him as distant and unknowable in any way that counts.

There is a great story about Jesus and two ladies, Mary and Martha, in Luke chapter 10. They both knew Jesus, and one day He came to their home. Martha was so busy cooking and working that she had no time for Jesus. Mary, on the other hand, simply sat and listened and talked with Jesus.

We no longer have Jesus with us in physical, human form. He is, however, very accessible to us. We simply need to decide we want to experience His presence, and take time out of our busy rush to do so.

Here is one way to do that. Find a quiet place and time when you won’t be disturbed. If mental pictures help you, set an empty chair across from where you are, and invite Jesus to occupy it. Talk with Him through prayer and Bible reading. Be prepared to hear truth

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“The Alpha Course” Hosted by Radium Christian Fellowship

The Alpha course meets every week for ten weeks. Plus a weekend away.

The course covers a series of topics presented in a video format. The Alpha Course gives you an opportunity to explore the meaning of life by looking at Scriptures in the Bible, and investigating what Christianity is all about.

Beginning Wednesday January 31st/07 at the Radium Seniors Hall 4836 Stanley Street. A light supper will be served followed by a short video at 6:30 p.m.

For more information or to let us know you will be attending, please call Linda & Mike at 342-6359, or Judy and Ervin at 346-3255

through the biblical passage or in some unique way. If you’ve never done this, the Gospel of John is a good place to start reading. Perhaps you will experience what Mary did as she listened to the Saviour.

BECOMING MORE LIKE MARY While her sister stirred the stew, Mary knew what she must do And with rapt attention Focused on the Lord she loved.

Hanging on His every word, Mary listened undisturbed By the sound of clanking dishes Just beyond the living room.

Sitting at the Saviour’s feet, Mary had no need to eat.

She was nourished by sweet moments That were honey to her soul.

Having Jesus in her home Was a feast she’d never known.

She had learned to leave the kitchen And escape the day’s demands.

And though we don’t see Him there, Utilize an empty chair To remind yourself that everyday The Lord wants time with you.

“The Marriage Course”

Presented by Nicky and Sila Lee This couple teaches on the value and potential of marriage through an eight week video series in a relaxed, non-threatening environment, starting with supper. During the course of the evening each couple will have a private time to discusses the topic of the evening which includes; • Building Strong Foundations • The Art of Communication • Love in Action • Resolving ConÁict • The Power of Forgiveness • Parents and In-laws • Good Sex The cost of the course is $70.00 per couple, which includes your two workbooks and your supper for the eight weeks.

Beginning Tuesdays February 6 /07 at 6:30p.m.

In Edgewater or Thursdays February 8th in Invermere. You can register by calling Linda & Mike at 342-6359, or e-mail 342par@telus.net th

LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH 10:30 a.m., Sunday, January 28– Worship and Life Instruction, “The Power of Repentant Prayer” Pastor Jared ministering

Sunday School, for ages 3 to grade 7 during the morning service.

Senior Pastor Rev. Dieter Magnus • Associate Pastor Rev. Jared Enns 326 - 10th Avenue, Invermere • 342-9535 WINDERMERE VALLEY SHARED MINISTRY 10:30 a.m. - Invermere - Christ Church Trinity, Worship & Sunday School.

Rev. Sandy Ferguson • 110 - 7th Avenue, Invermere • 342-6644 VALLEY CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY Sunday • 10:00 a.m.

Children’s church during the message part of the service.

Children 4 - 12 years.

Sunday, 7:00 pm Prayer Meeting Senior Pastor Rev. John Cuyler • www.vcassembly.com Highway 93/95, 1 km north of Windermere • 342-9511 ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Canadian Martyrs Church, Invermere Saturday, 7:00 p.m. Mass • Sunday, 9:00 a.m. Mass St. Joseph’s Church, Hwy 93/95 Radium Sunday, 11:00 a.m. Mass St. Anthony’s Church, Canal Flats Sunday, 4:00 p.m. Mass Father Jose Joaquin • 712 -12th Ave., Invermere • 342-6167 ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN MISSION OF INVERMERE Regular weekly worship services every Sunday at 1:30 pm at Christ Church Trinity 110 - 7th Ave., Invermere Pastor Rev. Fraser Coltman • 1-866-426-7564 RADIUM CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Every Sunday 10:00 am Pastor Wayne and Linda Frater • Radium Seniors’ Hall • 342-6633 THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTERDAY SAINTS Sunday, 10:00 am President Grant Watkins • Columbia Valley Branch 5014 Fairway, Fairmont Hot Springs • 345-0079

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HOLDING/INVESTMENT Great location, downtown Invermere.

Zoned for attached housing. Has basement suite for extra revenue.

Walk to beach or town.

$425,000

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Jan Klimek 342-1195

John McCarthy 342-1758

Lynda Kirkpatrick 341-1907

Scott Wallace 342-5309

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Heron Point

Bryan Hookenson 341-1266

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Fairmont Riverside

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Final phase of Columbia Ridge Country Estates. Front row property borders onto lake access green space and offers wide open lake and mountain views. Level and developable building area on entire property. Build your dream home on beautiful Columbia Lake. MLS#K160194

Third Ûoor two bedroom, 2 bathroom fully equipped condo apartment. Ready for personal use or revenue. Vaulted ceilings, deck with mountain view. Common area, exercise room, swimming pool and hot tub. Walk to cafes, restaurants, beach and shops. MLS#K160209

Lot located in Aviation Estates down by the Columbia River. Situated right on a bend of the river, across from the #5 teebox, Fairmont Riverside Golf Course. Gated community, all Fairmont amenities, hot springs, golf, skiing, dining and shopping close by. MLS#K118265

Lakeview Meadows

Potential, Potential

Vacation Get Away

Wonderful building lot in Lakeview Meadows to build your dream getaway, Private lake access, recreation centre, tennis court, paved pathway and minutes to golf.

MLS#K160151

Large C3 lot in Radium. Close to all amenities. Subdivision may be possible.

MLS#K160238

Great way to get into the Ski Resort Market! Enjoy beautiful views in this 1 bedroom suite at Panorama Mountain Village. Just a short walk to all village amenities, hot tubs, pools, main ski lift and more. MLS#K160281

$399,900

$395,000+gst

$189,000

$249,000

$425,000

Mountain Getaway

Vacant Land in Columere Park

Great Lot with View

This fully Únished home is ideal for entertaining family and offers revenue potential.

Enjoy the large private yard located in a quiet area. Walkout dining area to a private screened deck and enjoy those hot summer evenings. MLS#K150742

These do not come up very often. A 9000 sq. ft. lot with No Building Commitment, close to private beach and marina. Small travel trailer and Úre pit already on the property.

Enjoy this one until you are ready!! MLS#K160251

Walkout lot with fantastic mountain views, private beach access, tennis court, right out your back door.

Recreation center, paved pathways, golf only minutes away and all at this great lot in Lakeview Meadows.

Hurry, this kind of lot is very high in demand. MLS #K160255

$319,000

Great Family Home

This family or recreation home within minutes to the beach shows like new inside and out. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, extensive gardens, storage shed and decking complete with hot tub. Walkout to a double garage.

Surrounded by mountain views. MLS#K160274

$424,900

$289,900

$149,900+gst

Columbia Lake Property

Lake access and +/- 7 Acres, building sites offering panoramic Mountain and Lake Views. Private, yet minutes to all of the amenities of Fairmont. This property is on both side of Columbia Lake Road.

One of a kind! MLS#K160250

$529,900

$289,900