Who was George Hodgson? (Answer on page 7)
August 18-24, 2016 Volume 14 Issue 34 Waterfront Music Festival The Invermere Music Festival is this weekend, Friday and Saturday, August 19 and 20. It will be an amazing adventure for everyone who attends with fantastic performers both days. Friday night will be a high-energy kick-off party with three phenomenal bands. There is a huge lineup for the main event Saturday. Check the ad on page 3 for a list of artists. You can find out more information at www.inveremermusicfest.com.
Dream On “I’ve often wanted to drown all my sorrows,” said the long-suffering husband. “But I can’t convince my wife to come swimming.”
Who Stole that Church Anyway? One of the famous historical landmarks in the valley is St. Peter’s Church in Windermere, known far and wide as the Stolen Church. Its history goes back to the 1880s ghost town of Donald, northwest of Golden. The church simply vanished! Who stole it? How did they do it? What was the motive? If you want to find out, come to a musical
mystery theatre production at 2:00 pm on Sunday, August 21 at St. Peter’s Churchlocated on Victoria Avenue in Windermere, about two blocks west of the community hall. The tale is full of romance, mystery, colourful East Kootenay historical characters, and original music in the rollicking style of the gold rush days.
Lorne Rowe Memorial Golf The 8th Annual Lorne Rowe Memorial Golf Tournament is on Monday, August 22 at Mountainside Golf Course in Fairmont. All proceeds will be contributed to the Canadian Diabetes Association. It is a great tournament with a Texas Scramble format and shotgun start at 10 am. Your $119 entry fee includes breakfast, golf with power cart, on-course food & beverage sampling station, dinner and prizes (50% chance of prizes). That is a great package. It will be fun, you don’t have to be a great golfer and this is a charity event for diabetes. Call 250-345-6514 for entry information (ad page 2).
Thank You!!! 2. London 2012
Live DJ • Live Music • Large Dance Floor Jam Night every Thursday, 8 pm Open Fri/Sat 9 pm-2 am Find us on FaceBook www.facebook.com/Shakmansbarandlounge/events
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Cruisin’ For A Cause Get out to A&W next Thursday, August 25 for a Teen Burger (or Double Teen). They will donate one dollar ($!) to Multiple Sclerosis research for every teen burger served that day. So it is one of those opportunities to contribute to a great cause while enjoying a meal. I really like those opportunities as I love both food and good causes. So that is all day, Thursday, August 25 for a teen burger at A&W.
Will pay cash for Gently Used Books, CDs & DVDs. Bishop’s Book Café. 250-688-0684.
Riddliculous
Sports Venue
Where do we commonly find Julius Caesar, biblical Rachel, King David, Athena, King Charlemagne, Alexander the Great, Queen Elizabeth I and Sir Lancelot all together? See page 8.
Computerized As it turns out, my job involves building and working with a lot of spreadsheets. My boss says that I am really excelling at work.
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Are you age 55 to 64 years old, unemployed and looking to upgrade or enhance your employment skills? The College of the Rockies has the program for you. The Targeted Initiative for Older Workers program is a job skills training opportunity. You receive class-based skill development, including job search and career planning skills. You also receive income support for the duration of the program (September 5 to December 6), funding for training after the program and a wage subsidy for on the job training. Find out more at 250-342-3210.
We Care We Care Home Health Services provides a wide range of services from Nursing to personal care to homemaking. They have recently expanded their service area from Cranbrook to the other communities in the East Kootenay including Invermere, Creston, Kimberley, Fernie & Sparwood. We Care owner, Holly Malfair, has family in the valley and had seen the need for more services in this area. She is all about seeing people live better lives. Please call them for information or a free in -home assessment at 250-426-9066.
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Wanted For Sale Canadian Coins - Buy, Sell or Trade. Rod Conklin, 250-688-1174.
Disc Golf Course. One hour north of Invermere. #1 course (park) in Canada. Only $10/person. organicsportsranch.com.
For Rent Versatile, inexpensive, licensed Lounge suitable for up to 120 people. Invermere District Curling Centre. 250-342-3315. _____
Hall rental and catering. Royal Canadian Legion, Invermere. Reasonable rates. 250-688-0640. ______
Hot Tub Rentals, Diamond Heating & Spas, 250-342-7100. _____
Windermere Community Hall. Upgraded. Lots of features. Call 778-526-0092. _____
Hot Tub Rentals. Valley Spas. 250-342-3922.
Services Arbor-Right Tree Services. Tree & shrub trimming, removal & maintenance. Landscaping, lawn care, herbicide/pesticide application. 250-342-7062. _____
KJ's Cleaning. Offering Residential Cleaning. Radium to Fairmont, 12 years experience Reasonable Rates, References. Kathy 250-341-8113. _____
Ron & Deb’s Dog Walking Service. Park walk, 1 hour, any time, any day. 250-270-0303. ____
Art’s Weed Care. Residential. 250-347-9909. _____
Professional Spa Maintenance, weekly, bi-weekly. Valley Spas, 250-342-3922 _____
Shannon's Blinds & Designs. Covering the Valley one window at a time. 250-342-5749.
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Be grateful and gracious, not jealous. Life brings us all kinds of twists and turns every day. It is quite the journey and we all hope to find joy and happiness. But our brains seem to get in the way of our happiness. We are given so much in our lives but we are constantly comparing ourselves to others around us. We often find ourselves a bit jealous when our friends or associates succeed. But we know that feeling jealous will never make us happy. It is our own choice on how to feel about things but we have to learn to control that. Try mindfully feeling happy for the success of others. Use it as inspiration that we can all succeed in this world. It will improve your days on an individual or a business level. For a business, if your neighbour is serving a lot of clients, then the odds are that some will spill over to you. The more successful businesses that we have, the more clients we have to share and the more successful businesses we have. It is a positive circle that we can all share. So be gracious and happy when you see someone other than yourself doing well. The positive attitude will improve your life.
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Tree & Shrub Trimming, Removal & Maintenance Landscaping Lawn Care & Seeding Licensed Pesticide/Herbicide Applicator Professional Arborist
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Parenthood The elevator operator in my building always called everyone ‘son’ when they got off the elevator. I finally asked him why. “I brought them all up didn’t I?”
Pork Rib Dinner The dinner this Friday, August 19, at the Invermere Legion will be pork ribs with sides, dessert and coffee for only $17.50. It is a great deal for a complete meal. They have great meals every Friday evening at 6:30 pm. You can also get in on the 50/50 and meat draws every Friday and Saturday at 6 pm. You get five chances to win a meat or breakfast packages or you can buy tickets to win back half the kitty. Make sure you stop in on Saturday mornings and check out the vendor’s market between 9 am and 1 pm. You will see some great stuff. Remember to check out Texas Hold’Em Poker on Thursday nights. A $35 buy-in can pay off pretty good.
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Will you be the next Multi-Millionaire?
How many medals has Canada won in badminton in Olympic history? Which was Canada’s worst ever Summer Olympics (ranked 36th)? In which sport did Simon Whitfield excel? In which city did Canada host the summer Olympics in 1976? Who won this year’s 100-metre dash? What medal did Canadian Andre de Grasse get in the 100-metre dash?
Answers are hidden within ads in this issue. Enjoy your search!
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THANK YOU! To everyone who had a Blizzard on Miracle Treat Day!
‘The Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire’, their first full-length episode aired on Fox, the Toronto SkyDome opened, ‘Rain Man’ won best picture, Ted Bundy was executed, the Exxon Valdez oil spill took place and Buffalo Sabres goaltender Clint Malarchuk survived his throat being slit by an opponent’s skate. What year was it? See page 9.
Old Saying In politics, it’s not whether you win or lose, it’s how you placed the blame.
August 18-24, 2016
Watson’s Waddle It seems that I am very photogenic. And Rob isn’t. Everywhere we go and nearly everyone we meet, I have to pose for photos. At first it seemed kind of awkward for me. I wasn’t sure what was happening. But I noticed that Matilda seemed to love it. She would tilt her head to the side, all cute like, and everyone would be happy and give her some scritches. I caught on to that deal pretty quick. Pose a bit, get some neck rubs and maybe a few treats. It’s a pretty good gig. Trudi loves taking photos and I love the sound of her voice as she encourages me to ‘smile’. When Tilley and I are together, it is really exciting. Everyone smiles and says hello and tells us how cute we are. No matter where we go. I want to thank all of the dog lovers out there. There are a lot of us dogs who need to be loved.
Smokin’ Ray & the Detectors This Friday, August 19, check out Smokin’ Ray & the Detectors as they perform for ‘Music on Main’. They are an incredible band (and I love their name). ‘Music on Main’ happens every Friday through the summer from 7 pm to 9 pm in front of the Visitor Centre. It is part of the awesome ‘Market on Main’ happening from 4 pm to 9 pm at the same location, also on Fridays. The Market has grown into a great event with lots of fantastic vendors.
4. Montreal Until August 31
after 3 pm (Mon-Fri). ‘The Ridge’ Green Fees $40 ‘The Point’ Green Fees $50 (including cart, range & $10 Food & Beverage Voucher)
$5 will be donated to the new Multi-Use Facility
3rd Annual Rockies Hockey Charity Tournament Downtown Invermere 250-342-9661 SUMMER CAMPS for Children
Ages 5 years and up. Open 8 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday Children enjoy bunnies, guinea pig, dwarf hamster, garden, weekly themes, play mobiles, science experiments, dance, drama, and games.
Drop-in for Full or Half Day Book a spot by texting Charlotte at 250-270-0058
Daily Lunch Specials
Full Deli, Fresh BBQ-Ready Meats, Salads, Light Lunches. In-house made Sausage & Bratwurst Monday-Saturday 9 am-6 pm.
KONIG MEAT & SAUSAGE COMPANY
Sunday, September 11, 2 pm $95/person includes tee gift, golf at The Ridge, driving range, power cart, dinner and prizes. Individuals welcome.
Senior Mornings Monday-Thursday For select morning times (typically the first hour) $40 on the Copper Point Course and $30 on the Ridge 250-341-3392 copperpointgolf.com
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Kinsmen Beach Party
CRUISIN’ FOR A CAUSE Thursday, August 25 $1 from every Teen Burger & Double Teen goes to Multiple Sclerosis Research
CRESTEEL RV SERVICE Appliances and Accessories Parts and Repairs Mobile Service Available 250-342-6312 HIRING CARE AIDES in the Invermere Area
Provide Home Support Services Flexible schedules, diverse, competitive wages, mileage compensation. Successful applicants will have excellent people skills, project a professional image & attitude, and genuinely enjoy helping people. A drivers license and reliable vehicle is required. Apply with resume: Fax to: 1-250-545-9729 Or Email to: cynthia.wecare@telus.net
This Thursday, August 18, get down to Kinsmen Beach for the fun Stand-Up Paddle Board races and Enviro night. Every Thursday from 5 pm to 8 pm is Beach Party Night in Invermere. Thanks again to the District of Invermere, Columbia River Paddle and Family Dynamix for their sponsorship and organization of these events.
Accountant “What is 3x7?” asked the interviewer. “23,” I replied before going home and checking to see I was wrong. Three days later the phone rang. “You’ve got the job.” “But my answer was wrong.” “You were the closest.”
Arbor-Right Tree Services Do you need some work done on tree or shrubs around your property? Ron at Arbor -Right is a professional arborist and he can take care of trimming, removal and maintenance of your greenery. That includes landscaping plus lawn care and seeding. He is also a licensed herbicide/pesticide applicator. Give Ron a call at 250-341-7062.
Be a Steward We all have responsibilities in our lives. One of them is to take care of our Earth around us. Clean up after yourselves folks. It is nice showing up at a beautiful natural spot and seeing nature. It is not nice when you see a bunch of garbage. And you see it in many places. Please look after things people. Pick up after yourself. It is really easy to do and makes a big difference out there.
SUMMER OLYMPIC GAMES
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PASTORS: Lead: Trevor Hagan Associate: Matt Moore
Sunday, August 21, 10:30 am ‘GOSPEL - Life’
Pastor Matt Moore ministering “K.I.D.S.” Church available during the Morning Service (age 3 to grade 1)
Everyone is Welcome!!
UPCOMING EVENTS Friday, August 19, 6:30 pm PORK RIBS DINNER 50/50 and Meat Draws Friday & Saturday 6 pm Poker Thursdays, 7 pm ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION Branch 71, Invermere
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The Little Prince
TENTS – CHAIRS – TABLES LINEN – CHINA – DANCE FLOOR
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Try Our New Bouncy Castle! Serving the Columbia Valley
This week’s ‘Movie in the Mountains’ will be ‘The Little Prince’. It is a very good movie that is entertaining for the whole family. ‘Movie in the Mountains’ happens every Monday at Pothole Park when darkness sets in. ‘The Little Prince’ will be this Monday, August 22. There will be a cash concession. Bring your own chairs, blankets, bug spray and weather-appropriate clothing and accessories.
Enjoy our SPORTS LOUNGE or FAMILY DINING AREA Fresh Fruit Breakfasts Call 250-342-8885 ¤ EAT IN OR TAKE OUT
Lively Red Cross Standard First Aid OFA Level 1 OFA Level 3 Taking Better Photos Home Alone
Aug 27-28 Sept 10 Sept 19-30 Sept 20 & 22 Sept 23 Night Photography & Painting with Light Sept 27 Legal Aspects of Small Business Sept 29 Red Cross Wilderness First Aid Sept 30-Oct 2
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Providing Water Purification & Filtration. New Installations and Service, Including Iron Filters, Water Softeners, UV and Reverse Osmosis.
filterit.ca Contact Chris at 250-688-1325 or email chris.filterit@hotmail.com
The 85 year-old widow came home from her blind date with a 95 year-old man very agitated. “What’s wrong?” asked her daughter. “I had to slap him 3 times,” she said. “Was he getting fresh?” “No, I thought he had died.”
Inside ICAN Sadie, the mini ninja panther kitty here reporting from inside the ICAN Rescue and Adoption Facility. Did you know August 17 is Black Cat Appreciation Day? So, if a black cat crosses your path this week, give them a pet or five, show them that they’re appreciated and not feared! There are currently 7 mini ninja panthers at ICAN that are still waiting for their forever home and could use some attention from you too! Visit our website www.icanbc.com to contact ICAN to learn more about our resident mini ninja panthers 250-341-7888.
SINCE 1994
We just filled our
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Sweet Campground Trudi and I camped at Larchwood Lake for a few days last week and it was a great experience. It was switched over this year to a hosted campground with a new $14 daily fee. It has made a huge difference. No trailers parked all summer in the best spots, traffic (including bikes and atvs) travel slowly and respectfully through the area, the washrooms are well-maintained and clean, the campsites and fire pits are in incredible condition and more. Basically, it is just a beautiful, peaceful place to camp. The lake itself is great for swimming and the odd fisherman gets lucky on occasion.
WHERE WAS I?
Answer on page 10
Can you guess where this photo was taken?
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INVERMERE MUSIC FEST FRIDAY AND SATURDAY AUGUST 19 AND 20
There is a Waterfront Music Festival at Kinsmen Beach Greenspace this weekend! Be cool and get your tickets, you don't want to miss out on the party of summer, 2016! Lots of ticket choices: Friday or Saturday night or full weekend available. The price goes up at the gate, so get them on-line now. Kids 12 & under are FREE. There is still time to get a free ticket – volunteer! Musician Workshops on Sunday August 21 – call for more info - 250.342.4423.
LET US PROMO YOUR LOGO! Coats, shirts, hats, bags, mugs, pens, lighters, candy, chocolate and more! See what we can do with your logo. PROUDLY PRINTING THE VALLEY PEAK
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Canadian Sports Trivia Answer
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George Hodgson was the first Canadian swimmer to win an Olympic gold medal. In 1912 he won 2 gold medals in Stockholm.
Full Meal Deal The locust was telling his buddy about the corn field that he had been devouring. It went in one ear and out the other.
The Thrifty Reporter The Invermere Thrift Store is a wonderful place to get items that will keep your children busy and entertained on the rainy or extremely hot days. Items like puzzles, games, toys, videos, DVDs, books and crafts can be found on the shelves. There are also racks and racks of children’s clothing in many sizes. You sure can't beat the selection or the prices. Check it out. The store is open Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10 am-4 pm.
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Gel & Pedicures
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I did pick up some of the Creston corn at AG Valley Foods last week. It was the sweetest corn I have found this year. Yummy.
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DAILY LUNCH SPECIALS Grilled Reuben/Soup-Mondays Baby Back Ribs/Baked Beans/Soup-Tues Prime Rib/Yorkies-Thursday Wed/Fri.- Changes each week
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Rockies Hockey The KIJHL season will be starting up pretty soon here. The Rockies will have some strong players returning so it should be a good season. Watching Rockies hockey is a great way to spend an evening with family or friends. Right now they have a great deal on season tickets. Watch for the upcoming ‘Where’s the Puck’ contest in The Valley Peak this fall. You will have a chance to win some great prizes.
Riddliculous Answer From Conception to Kindergarten! Monday-Saturday 10 am-5 pm
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(from page 2) In a deck of playing cards. The original designs of some of the face cards are based on these characters.
Proposal She answered the phone to hear a repentant voice. “Darling I’m sorry. I have thought about it,” he said. “Yes you can have the Rolls as a wedding gift, yes we can move to the Gold Coast and yes your mom can live with us. Now will you marry me?” “Of course,” she answered. “May I ask who’s calling?”
Back to School
Recycling and the Yellow Bins The yellow bins around town and at the transfer station in the industrial park are a great and easy way to recycle! Reminders of the do’s & don’ts of recycling:
DO’s Plastics - #1 & #6 & plastic bags Aluminum & Tin Cans Cardboard Boxboard Mixed paper Newspaper
DON’Ts no GLASS no ELASTIC BANDS no PAINT CANS & AEROSOL CANS no TOYS no METALLIC/GLITTER GIFT WRAP/CARDS no CARDBOARD THAT HAS BEEN CONTAMINATED WITH OILS OR CHEMICALS no FOOD WRAP
For any further information regarding any of the above programs or bylaws please contact the District office at 250342-9281 or info@invermere.net or look on the website www.invermere.net
Wow, summer is moving quickly, as always. A couple more weeks and school is back in session. It has been a busy summer for everyone. I hope families have had a chance to spend some time together, maybe a little trip or some camping. Kids, enjoy these last weeks of summer holidays. Get out there and have yourself some fun.
Food for Thought I had always thought that ‘bringing home the bacon’ referred to providing income for your family but no. For hundreds of years a pig was the prize of choice at country fairs because pigs were the only meat that many families ever ate. Bowling for a pig or catching a greased pig were popular rural pastimes on feast days or other holidays. In both cases the winner was rewarded with a pig to take home and ‘bringing home the bacon’ became a popular term for winning a prize or succeeding in some form of contest.
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Name that Tune
STOLEN CHURCH MYSTERY SUNDAY, AUGUST 21 WINDERMERE 1. Zero
Are you a music lover? Do you know nearly every song that you hear? Then you have to try the ‘Name that Tune’ contest every Thursday at 8 pm at the Copper City Saloon in the Best Western Invermere Inn. Enjoy happy hour prices on Arrowhead and Nelson beer, wing specials and a chance to win some prizes. Go out and have some fun.
It was That Year (From page 4) In 1989, the Nintendo Game Boy was released, the first Global Positioning Satellite was launched, the first text message was sent and Germany’s Steffi Graf and Boris Becker won the Wimbledon singles titles.
Old-Fashioned ‘My new boyfriend is so romantic,” I told my girlfriend. “Every time he opens my door he says ‘My fair lady.” “That’s not romantic,” she said. “He used to be a bus driver.”
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Hunting Season is Coming....
ARE YOU READY? Come see us for everything you need to get out there! Firearms, Ammunition, clothing, calls, knives and more!
I saw a great video of a middle-aged, overweight gentleman who was struggling with all kinds of health issues, including diabetes. It reminded me of many of us, myself included. His nutritionist gave him some sage advice. “Go to a shelter and get a dog”. So he did. And it changed his life. Dogs need exercise so he had to begin walking. He lost weight. Dogs provide undying love and devotion. He felt loved like never before.
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NOW OPEN EAT IN TAKE OUT PIZZA PASTA PATIO
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Meteor Showers We were in a pretty good spot for spotting shooting stars last week. No artificial light around at all (except maybe the fire pit). Trudi and I planned to put in a good, long night Thursday. We did manage to make it beyond darkness and did see some incredible shooting stars. It really brings you in touch with how insignificant we are in the universe when you see so much activity in the night sky. I hope that you had a chance to check it out
Thanks for the Miracle
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A huge thanks to everyone who purchased a Blizzard or donated to the ‘Miracle Treat’ event at Dairy Queen. The Children’s Miracle Network benefits greatly from these events..
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It’s In the Detailing Do you have a boat, RV or vehicle that you want to get cleaned up? Utopia Detailing will do it for you. They are definitely the detailing professionals in the valley. Your vehicle will come out looking like it is new. Stop in at their shop next to Pete’s Marina in the Industrial Park for a free estimate or give them a call at 250-341-5890.
►Brakes, mufflers, suspensions, air conditioning,
Where I Was
propane conversion, fuel injection and more!
The photo on page 6 shows a lot of beautiful vehicles on the driving range of The Springs golf course in Radium. It is a shot from the car show coming up on September 16 and 17.
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Multi-Tasking I was relaxing on the couch, watching the Olympics, listening to a ball game, eating a snack and scratching the dog with my foot when my wife came in and had the nerve to accuse me of doing nothing.
Canadiana Terry Fox touched the world with his attempt to cross Canada running on a prosthetic leg. His goal was to raise one dollar for every Canadian, 24 million at the time, to put towards cancer research. He ran the equivalent of a marathon each day, on barren highways under all weather conditions. At the Halfway point, near Thunder Bay, Ontario, Fox’s cancer spread to his lungs and he died nine months later. Before his death, he raised well over his goal and in the years since, more than $400 million has been raised with his legacy, the Terry Fox Run.
Fresh is Fantastic I love this time of year when fruit and vegetables are ripening nicely. Our bodies love fresh produce and so do my taste buds. Vibrant colours, rich in vitamins, great taste; it’s all good. A good healthy lifestyle includes healthy eating so take advantage of this time of year to eat a lot of fresh produce. If you have abundance, share it with friends or store it for the off seasons. Be healthy.
Brain Blanks This is one of those filler articles for when I really can’t come up with something to write. There are many things that I noticed but didn’t make a note of this week. I am trying to remember some of those now.
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One Million
Welcome
That is a pretty big number. When the Back Door Wine Cellar first opened the door in 1994, Dave and Rene probably didn’t even consider a million bottles of wine. But here we are, in 2016, and they have reached the million bottle milestone. Congratulations. And thanks to everyone who has and continues to support them.
How can you tell when the bees have completed building a new hive? They have a house swarming party.
Depression Everyone has issues. Some are much bigger and tougher than others but that doesn’t matter. What matters is how you deal with them. Drugs and alcohol seem to help for a bit but in the long run they are quite the hindrance. They say that when we are overwhelmed that we should just assess what is happening and then take the first right step. Most of the rest of the steps in the journey will follow automatically. If you are finding yourself totally overcome with depression, please remember that there is help out there. People who do care. Go to www.sucideprevention.ca or call 403 -327-7905.
Renovations The house had such a tiny kitchen that the contractor thought putting in an island would be counter-productive.
Summer Olympics For us, the Olympics is a pretty emotional adventure as we hope the athletes from our country do well. Imagine what it is like for the athletes themselves. It must be pretty daunting knowing that your whole country is counting on you for the next few moments. ‘The thrill of victory and the agony of defeat’. A great job by our athletes so far.
Grounding Season This is a great time of year to stay in touch with the Earth. She wants to share some free electrons with you, but you have to come into direct contact with her. So walk barefoot on the grass, the beach or in the water. Go for a swim, lie in a field, dig in your garden. Just touch the Earth as much as you can and you will feel better for it.
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It’s What I Do Being pretty much the sole writer for The Valley Peak, readers are pretty much stuck with my outlooks and opinions of things. Some folks enjoy it, some enjoy parts of it and others probably just shake their heads. That’s all part of everyone having their own opinion, which is a good thing. Unfortunately, I can only write about what I know and I can only get out to so many events. That is why you read so much about curling in the winter, fishing in the spring and camping (plus fire safety) at this time of year. But generally I am open to ideas and submissions as long as they are short and positive, so feel free to offer something up.
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FREE LISTINGS FOR COMMUNITY EVENTS Dinner at Invermere Legion at 6:30 pm. Roller Skating,Curling Centre, 7-9 pm. Jiu Jitsu, 7-9 pm, Invermere Hall, 250-341-7113. Alcoholics Anonymous at Radium Catholic Church. 8 pm. 342-2424. Karaoke, Whitehouse Pub, 9:30 pm. 2nd Friday Every Month CV Car Club, 6 pm, Rocky River Grill. Every Saturday Farmers’ Market, downtown Invermere, 9 am-1 pm. Invermere Legion Market, 9 am-1 pm. Junior Naturalists, Redstreak Campground, 10 am-noon. Storytime at Invermere Public Library 11 am. 342-6416. Climbing Wall, Laird School, 5-8 pm, 250-688-5228. Crib, Edgewater Legion, 7:30 pm. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 625 4 St. 250-342-2424. Every Sunday Worship & Fellowship, Alliance Church, 10:30 am. Caesar Sunday at The Station Neighbourhood Pub. Lutheran Service, Christ Church Trinity, 1:30 pm. Carpet Bowling & more. Radium Hall, 1:30-4 pm. Every Thursday Roller Skating, Curling Centre, 2-5 pm. Storytime at Invermere Public Library 10:30 am. 250Family Golf Night, Mountainside, After 4 pm. 342-6416. Climbing Wall, Laird School, 5-8 pm, 250-688-5228. Pickle Ball, Mt. Nelson Park, 9:30 am. Jiu Jitsu, 6-8 pm, Invermere Hall, 250-341-7113. Junior Naturalists, Redstreak Campground, 10 am-noon. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 625 4 St. 250-342-2424. Men’s Night, Windermere Valley Golf, 1:30 pm. Every Monday Carpet Bowling & more. Radium Hall, 1:30-4 pm Drop-in Tennis, Kinsmen Courts, 9:30 am. Al-Anon, Inver. Catholic Church, 1:15 pm. 342-8255. ICAN Open noon to 4 pm or call 250-341-7888. Jiu Jitsu, 7-9 pm, Judo Hall, 250-341-7113. Invermere Seniors’ Carpet Bowling at 1:30 pm. Texas Hold ’Em Invermere Legion, $35, 6:30 pm. Duplicate Bridge at Invermere Seniors’ Hall at 6:30 pm. ‘Name That Tune’, Copper City Saloon, 8 pm. Live Music, Horsethief Creek Pub, 7-9 pm. Karaoke at the Horsethief Creek Pub, 8 pm. Al-Anon, Inver. Catholic Church, 7:15 pm. 342-8255. Open Jam at the Shakman’s Bar. 3rd Monday Every Month 2nd Thursday of Every Month Inv. Caregivers Support, 1-3 pm, Hospital Boardroom. Invermere Senior’s Lunches, 342-9281 ext 1232. Every Tuesday 3rd Thursday of Every Month Pickle Ball, Mt. Nelson Park, 9:30 am. Parkinson's Disease Support Group Meeting at Heritage Card Games & more. Radium Hall, 1:30-4 pm. Inn in Cranbrook at 7 pm. Pasta Night, Best Western Invermere Inn. Every Friday Meditation, 7 pm, Allison, Mountain Om Yoga & Junior Naturalists, Redstreak Campground, 10 am-noon. Wellness Studio, Free for seniors and ages 13-17. Drop-in Tennis, Kinsmen Courts, 10:30 am. Cubs & Beavers, 6-7 pm, J. A. Laird. 341-3983. Art Walk Invermere, noon-8 pm. Games Night, Horsethief Creek Pub. Duplicate Bridge at Invermere Seniors’ Hall at 1 pm. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 625 4 St. 250-342-2424. Wine Tasting, Copper City Liquor Store, 3-6 pm. 1st Tuesday of Every Month Golf Date Night, Mountainside, 4 pm and later. MS Support Group, 7 pm, Christ Church Trinity. Columbia Valley Food Bank Hours Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1-2 pm. 3rd Wednesday, 5:30-7 pm. Located in Library Basement. Museum Hours Daily 10 am-4 pm. Thrift Store Hours Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 10 am-4 pm. Invermere Library hours Tuesday-Saturday, 10 am-5 pm. Wednesday, 10 am-8 pm. Radium Library Hours Tuesday, 6-8 pm. Wed, Thurs. 1-4 pm Saturday, 10 am–1 pm. Purcell Mountain Painters On Facebook Invermere Camera Club On Facebook
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KARAOKE EVERY THURSDAY 1st and 3rd Tuesday Each Month OPTions for Sexual Health. Confidential low-cost birth control, STI testing. 6:30-8:30 pm. 250-688-6787. Every Wednesday Columbia Valley Play Association, ages 0-school, Invermere Community Hall, free, 9-11 am. Drop-in Tennis, Kinsmen Courts, 9:30 am. Rotary Club of Invermere, Curling Centre, 11:45 am. Men’s Night, Coys Golf, 5 pm. Ladies 9 & Dine , Riverside, 5 pm. Free Meditation, 6:30 pm, Do Nothing Floatation. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 625 4 St. 250-342-2424. 1st and 3rd Wednesday Each Month Radium Rotary, 8 am, Radium Resort. August 17, Wednesday Open House, Healthfair, Dorothy, 2-6 pm. August 18, Thursday Fun SUP Races, Kinsmen, Beach, 5-8 pm. Karaoke, Horsthief Creek Pub, 9 pm. Open jam, Shakman’s Bar, 8 pm. August 19, Friday Kickoff Party, invermeremusicfest.com. Market on Main, Radium, 4-9 pm. Pork Rib Dinner, Invermere Legion, 6:30 pm. Smokin’ Ray & the Detectors. Music on Main, Radium Visitor Centre, 7-9 pm. August 20, Saturday Main Event, invermeremusicfest.com. Farmers Market, downtown Invermere, 9 am-1 pm. Invermere Legion Market, 9 am-1 pm. August 21, Sunday Musicfest Workshops, invermeremusicfest.com. The Stolen Church Mystery, 2 pm, Windermere. August 22, Monday Lorne Rowe Memorial Golf Tourney, Support Diabetes research, Mountainside, 250-345-6514. ‘Dark Cloud & the Lightening’, Horsethief Creek Pub. ‘The Little Prince’, Pothole Park, at dark. August 25, Thursday Cruisin’ for a Cause, A&W, Teen burgers for MS. As an event organizer, don’t forget to contact The Valley Peak with your information. Improve local awareness and increase attendance by emailing rob@valleypeak.ca.
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