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June 13-19, 2019 Garage Sale I need to purge and I have some cool stuff that, due to heath or disinterest, I just do not need anymore. I have been needing to do this for a while but I am a procrastinater. I am sure it will be fairly unorganized, but hey, some cool stuff. There will be some pretty cool stuff. Lots of variety; too much to describe here. This Saturday, June 15 from 8 am to 2 pm at 1506 10 St. Invermere.
Hike for Hospice The fifth annual Hike for Hospice is coming up on Sunday, June 16. Again it is located at the historic K2 Ranch on the West side of the lake. This year’s hike offers a choice of a 1.5 km walk around lovely McCarthy Lake or an 8 km round trip to an equally beautiful lake along an easy forest trail. Hikes will be led by knowledgeable guides. Bring your own picnic lunch. Registration is at 9:30 am, a barn tour at 10 am and the hike begins at 10:30 am. All ages are welcome Cost is $15 for adults, $5 for ages 15-18 and free for 14 and under. You can register
Volume 17 Issue 24 online at www.hospicesocietycv.com or you can register on the morning of the hike.
More Exercise I wasn’t planning on going for a run this morning, but those cops came out of nowhere.
What a Drag The Columbia Valley Pride Drag Show is booked for this Saturday, June 15 at 9 pm at the Horsethief Creek Pub in Radium. This year’s show is hosted by April Storm and Chi Chi, both local entertainers. To celebrate Pride the host queens have reached out to their good friends and our special guests Felecia Bonnee and Sierra Vanity will be on stage to entertain you. These shows sell out quickly so get your tickets at www.horsethiefpub.ca/drag.
Thirsty Thursdays Check out the ‘Thirsty Thursdays’ tasting sessions at the Copper City Liquor Store. Every Thursday from 3:30 to 6 pm they will be offering samples of a different product. This Thursday, June 13, stop in for a taste of Bud Light Orange.
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STRAWBERRY SOCIAL WINDERMERE VALLEY MUSEUM Saturday, June 15 at 2 pm.
Come and view the summer display:
‘Capturing History Through the Camera Lens’
Listen to the Accordion by Franz. Join us for a cup of tea. Admission by donation.
Everyone Welcome– Call 250-342-9769 if interested
Co-hosted by the WDHS and the Columbia Valley Food & Farm Organization
CANADA DAY WEEKEND ‘Hamburgers on Wonderbread’ Saturday & Sunday evening Plus a Saturday Matinee
KARAOKE Friday, June 28 Cuervo & Jager Shots $4.50
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Farmers and Artisans The Invermere Farmers and Artisans Market starts up this Saturday, June 15 from 9 am to 1 pm. I am very excited about the new layout and location in the parking area behind the arena and liquor store. There will be easy access to a lot of fantastic vendors and lots of room for us customers to wander amongst the booths. I look forward to seeing all the beautiful products on display. I hope to see you there.
Riddliculous Name the food that you first throw away the outside and cook the inside. Then you take the cooked part and eat the outside but throw away the inside. See page 8.
Garage Sale Saturday, June 15, 8 am-2 pm. Lots of stuff to get rid of. 1506 10 St, Invermere.
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Carl Meilleur, former owner of Carl’s Car Shop in Invermere needs macular degeneration surgery ASAP to prevent blindness in his right eye. His surgery is scheduled for June 19 in Calgary. There are always a lot of costs associated with travel, accommodations, medications and more. I understand completely. To help him out, a Go Fund Me page has been set up for him under ‘help for Carl’. Any help you can give will be gratefully appreciated.
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Teaching I want my children to grow up to be independent and headstrong. Just not while they are still with me.
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Free Golf (for Dad) A lot of dads enjoy golf. I know that mine really did. Coys Par 3 at Dutch Creek near Fairmont is offering free golf for dads on Father’s Day with the purchase of a breakfast buffet or a burger. Coys burgers are pretty amazing and the breakfast buffet will be just as incredible. All of their food is fabulous. Reservations are recommended for Father’s Day. 250-345-6504.
Steamboating I will be mentioning this quite regularly over the next couple of weeks. Get your tickets for the Steamboat Mountain Music Festival. It is on Saturday, July 6 at the Edgewater Elementary School Grounds. So why not treat yourself to an incredible musical adventure? You can get more info on their website at www.steamboatmtnmusicfest.ca.
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GARAGE SALE Saturday, June 15 8 am-2 pm 4. Black 1506 10 St. Invermere
My stuff has more life left in it than I do
Great Deals on Great Stuff Too much to describe here
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One of the saddest things I see posted on Facebook every day is something about how you can never count on others to return your favours or care about you like you care about them. How do you feel about that? Do you feel that every time you help someone out, they owe you a return favour? Is that how the world should work? My feelings are pretty much the opposite of that. I think it is important to just help people out. All day, every day. Every chance you get. That is why we are here. To make others feel better. If you think that people owe you favours, then you have this little sense of entitlement and will nearly always be disappointed. You will have a lot of negativity in your life. The actions of others should not determine your happiness. That is your job. I will finish with this note. For many years I have really tried to just help anyone, whether it was a physical act or just a statement of support. It all makes a difference. And then I was sick, very sick. And so many of you have stepped up and helped. You have literally saved my life and are still making it liveable. Some of you are folks I have never even met. Any good thing I have ever done has come back to me a hundred times. Thank you.
Deep in Thought If you are having second thoughts, you are two ahead of most people.
Strawberry Tea Everyone is invited to the Strawberry Social at the Museum Grounds this Saturday, June 15 at 2 pm. Enjoy accordion music with Franz while exploring the great new summer exhibit, ‘Capturing History through the Camera Lens’. It is an afternoon well worth attending for anyone. Admission is by donation. Hosted by the Historical Society and the Food & Farmers Organization. Call 342-9769.
iPads & iPhones
Saturday, July 6 Top Secret Location Live Music-Great Food Tickets at:
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Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy is offering a free program called ‘Getting to Know Your iPad/iPhone’. I think the title is pretty self-explanatory. These devices are pretty amazing as we discover how to use more and more of their features. See the ad on page 2 for information. The session begins shortly so get on it if you are interested.
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Watson’s Waddle I enjoy mornings. It is quite the show all night with pumps and alarms going from Rob’s dialysis machine but the mornings are quite peaceful. We often nap for a couple hours once the dialysis is done. Then Rob is up and getting organized while I continue to nap. It is great. He will walk by once in a while and give me a little rub. That feels great. Then when it is time for me to actually get up, he gives me a fantastic massage. I’m getting old and he can really loosen up my legs and shoulders before I have to move around too much. It is a pretty good deal for me. When I do get up, breakfast is sitting in my bowl. Kind of a boring, dry dog food. My morning treat? Some milk may fall into the bowl for added flavor and moisture. I love that flavour. And then a nice walk, a bit of bathrooming, maybe a little dog treat and our day is well on its way. Hopefully we will meet many people and their dogs today. It is wonderful to feel loved and to offer your love back. Oh, and Happy Birthday to Rob this week.
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What Year Was It?
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The name ‘Micro-Soft’ was registered, Jimmy Hoffa disappeared, Ross McWhirter, co-founder of The Guinness Book of World Records was murdered by the IRA, Sony introduced the Beta-max and JVC introduced the VHS. Saturday Night Live and Wheel of Fortune debuted, the Vietnam War ended and Jaws was released. What year was it? See page 9.
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Customer Appreciation Take a look at the RONA ad on page 12. They are celebrating with a ‘Customer Appreciation’ event next weekend (June 21 and 22). The barbecue will be in full operation with smokies, bratties and such.. There will be an Arrowhead beer garden both days and live music with live music from ‘Smarty Pants’ on Friday and ‘Sheberdean’ on Saturday. There will be some great deals (15% off everything in stock), draws and contests and lots of fun.
Adults’ & Kids’ Clothing Shoes, Toys, Books Infant Equipment, Maternity Items Much, Much More Located below Lambert-Kipp Pharmacy 250-342-4430
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Kidney Failure
PRIDE DRAG SHOW HORSETHIEF CREEK PUB SATURDAY, JUNE 15
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My sister sent me some information on foods that help to fight cancer. Things such as avocados, leafy greens, legumes and more. The list had about 15 items on it and they all made sense. We are largely in charge of our health with what we eat. My problem is that half of the items listed are on the restricted food list for kidney disease. Some are high in potassium and others are high in phosphorous, two elements that are normally removed from your blood by your kidneys As a matter of fact, they are important elements for most people but very bad for those with kidney issues. High potassium leads to a heart attack and high phosphorous leads to mental issues, itchiness, etc. Kidney failure is a tough run for the rest of your life. You become very highmaintenance. Keeping things running is a challenge that I don’t wish upon any one of you.
Numbers They say the number of cod in the ocean has really dropped. Clearly they have taken a battering.
The Thrifty Reporter The warm weather is here! Check out all the great deals on summer clothes, snorkel gear, golf clothes, shoes and hats. Also beach towels and swim wear. Do you need stuff to do with the grandkids or company? A variety of games and craft supplies, camping supplies such as dishes, glasses, lawn chairs and extra bedding? Even a few sleeping bags? I am always surprised at the unbelievable variety of items at the Invermere Thrift Store - thanks to you, the donators! You may even find something special for the father in your life. Happy Father’s Day to all the dads.
FATHER’S DAY SPECIAL 15% OFF YOUR BILL
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Associate PASTOR: Matt Moore FATHER’S DAY Sunday, June 16 10:30 am
WORSHIP SERVICE “K.I.D.S.” Church (age 3 to grade 7)
EVERYONE WELCOME
UPCOMING EVENTS Friday, June 14, 6:30 pm
ROAST BEEF DINNER
FARMER’S & ARTISAN’S MARKET
Saturdays, 9 am-1 pm.
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My Progress I have had a great addition to my health program lately. I was able to get a hospital bed moved into my dialysis room. It has really made a difference in positioning for dialysis so I get a lot less alarms going off and the machine runs much smoother. The bed also allows me to move more towards nocturnal dialysis where I get most of the work done overnight. That would free me up for some more daytime activities. My cancer progress is a bit vague still. I meet with my oncologist this Friday (teleconference) to find out what my bloodwork is showing. I have been able to see some of my results and they are quite excellent, a good sign, but there are still a couple numbers to come through. Right now I am feeling pretty good and that is half the battle. Is it the cannabis? The vitamin D? Lemon juice? Faith and prayer? Healthier eating? New fillings? Omega 3s? Or is it just attitude? I believe it must be a combination of all of these things. My cancer was quite advanced, having destroyed my kidneys prior to diagnosis, but now it seems to continue to recede. I will know for sure at the end of the week but I am feeling pretty good about it.
Enlightened I find mind-readers very annoying. You would think they know that.
Dad’s Cool Cake
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Who loves ice cream? Mostly everyone. How about Dairy Queen ice cream cakes? Very yummy. Dad’s love ice cream cakes. The sweet ice cream, filled with chocolate crumbles and an amazing soft chocolate fudge. Wow. Dairy Queen has some talented cake people there. Go check out the options for a custom designed cake or you can pick up a regular one on Father’s Day.
World Blood Donor Day This Friday, June 14 is World Blood Donor Day. I for one, really appreciate folks who donate blood. I received 5 units of blood during the low point of my journey. And I really needed them or I would not be writing this article right now. So if you are ever in a position to donate blood, please do it. And thank you so much to the folks that already do it. You never really know who’s life you will be saving.
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WHERE WAS I?
Answer on page 10
Can you guess where this photo was taken?
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Side Effects
24 HOUR FLOOD SERVICE
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I live quite the roller coaster of emotions. It is very hard to describe and very hard to deal with. Life is great if I focus on all the blessings I have received since this all began. I have been a lot luckier than many people. I have quite the advantage being able to write about my needs. Often when I sit back and reflect on all of that, I will break out into tears. Life can also really suck when I think about all the things that have gone wrong through this. Of course there are a lot of ‘Why me?’ thoughts racing through my head. Especially when something new pops up. Then I remember, ‘Why not me?’ and realize that this is just the way it is and I have to do my best to get through it. Often that will bring a flood of tears. Yes it is super exciting for me to still be alive and almost ‘thriving’ but it is super depressing planning knowing that tomorrow I need to spend 6 hours dealing with a dialysis machine and once I start, there is no going anywhere. Today I am off dialysis but it is a long day connected to another machine, my computer for writing The Valley Peak. Enjoy as much of your time as you can.
Canadian Sports Trivia Answer Since their inception in 1995, the Toronto Raptors have made the playoffs 11 times, advancing through the first round five of them. 2019 is their first time in the NBA finals.
MOM Both the Market and Music on Main will be returning to Radium Hot Springs again this summer. The first one will be on Friday, June 28. I will have more details next week.
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Daily Lunch Specials
Full Deli, Fresh BBQ-Ready Meats, Salads, Light Lunches. In-house made Sausage & Bratwurst Monday-Saturday 9 am-6 pm.
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Mountain Al Fresco
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Tickets are available now for this Saturday, July 6 event. Held at a top-secret location, this flash mob style dinner in white features live music, great food and amazing company. Guests are welcome to bring a 3-course picnic style dinner or pre-purchase meals from our website. There will be a cash bar on site, no outside liquor is permitted. All pre-purchased meals must be ordered by July 3rd. There will be no tickets available on the day of the event. Order your tickets at www.mountainalfresco.com.
Riddliculous Answer
Bruno’s Plumbing Service Mike Sylvestre 250-342-5105
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Serving the Columbia Valley
(From page 2) The food mentioned on page 2 is corn on the cob.
Things are Pretty Dry Obviously forest fires are a prime concern in British Columbia again this year. Things are pretty dry so far. We see enough fires caused by lightning to keep the crews busy so please don’t contribute to the problem. Keep your campfires attended and small (under 50 cm by 50 cm) with an extinguishing device (bucket of water, shovel) nearby. Respect the beauty of where we live.
Diagnosed They say Californians have a high rate of both depression and adultery. That is a sad state of affairs
Unplug It
WE HAVE A HUGE SELECTION OF GOOD USED TIRES ON RIMS.
Weed Care Ornamental Tree Care Lawn Fertilizer 250-347-9909
2. Shaggy
Many electronic devices only need a quick reset when they quit working. Often this just means unplugging them for a few minutes. It is the same with humans. We get pretty busy and involved in our lives and our brains and body begin to struggle. Try a quick ‘unplug’. Get off your devices and take some time in nature. A walk, a swim, a bike ride, a nice backroads drive or anything like that. I am pretty lucky with Watson dragging me out for walks every day.
Stormy Days
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DAD WOULD LOVE A BLIZZARD CAKE Order one online at Www.dqcakes.com Or Stop in at the Restaurant
I love watching storms roll into the valley. I have an incredible view to the north from my deck. Right now I can see that Radium is engulfed by a storm system that is headed this way. The wind is really picking up here. I especially love watching the lightning when we have a thunderstorm. I have not seen any yet this season but it is easy to tell that it is coming soon. Maybe even within this current system rolling in. Watson is not as big a fan of thunderstorms as I am. He tends to huddle on the bathroom floor near the toilet.
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FARMERS & ARTISANS INVERMERE MARKET SATURDAY, JUNE 15 Mon-Thur 8 am-8 pm pm Friday 8 am-9 pm Saturday 8 am-8 pm Sunday 9 am-8 pm
IT’S PATIO SEASON! Freshen up you space with one of our beautiful conversation sets!
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Fireworks
You're in Solar Country!
We all love the Canada Day fireworks display hosted by the Kinsmen Club. All of us except for the dogs maybe, Watson is not a fan. Anyways, please donate to help cover the cost of the fireworks. The more we contribute each year the better they become. I must add that they are always amazing. I usually watch from the area near the arena above where they launch them. A great start to Canada Day.
It Was That Year
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(From page 4) In 1975, a new home cost $39,300, a car $4,400 and the average annual income was $14,100. Disposable razors, digital cameras and laser printers were invented, the Bigfoot monster truck was created and the SS Edmund Fitzgerald sank in Lake Superior.
Konig Cuts Stop into Konig meat & Sausage Company for a great lunch on week days. They offer a nice daily special. Konig also has incredible butcher cuts of many different meat products. They make their own sausages (several varieties including an amazing bratwurst) and many other flavourful smoked meats. Try them for lunch or find a nice entrée for dinner.
Enjoy our SPORTS LOUNGE or FAMILY DINING AREA Fresh Fruit Breakfasts Call 250-342-8885 ¤ EAT IN OR TAKE OUT
Sweet Commute
2019 PROPERTY TAX NOTICES Property tax notices for the District of Invermere have now been mailed to all property owners on record. If you have not received your notice, please contact the Municipal Office at 250.342.9281 so that a copy may be forwarded. Failure to receive a tax notice DOES NOT eliminate the responsibility for the payment of taxes. Taxes are due on July 2, 2019, after which time a 5% penalty will be added to any unpaid current taxes (including unclaimed Home Owner Grants). An additional 5% penalty will be added after July 31, 2019. Please Note: Penalties apply to Home Owner Grants not claimed by July 2, 2019. You may view details of your tax account including assessments and bill summaries by registering with online services. You may also claim your home owner grant online (you do not need to register to claim your Home Owner Grant). Simply go to www.invermere.net and click on the tab “Online Services”. Pre-payment options and automatic withdrawals are available. Contact our office for more detail.
My husband hates his one-hour commute to work. I hate that my husband gets to sit in his car, drink coffee and listen to music for an hour on his way to work.
Exxtra Writing As if it wasn’t tough enough before to fill The Valley Peak. With summer approaching I fill the last few ad spaces. Page 8 switches over to fresh weekly ads and copy. That means I have to write an extra page to fill the paper. And that means you have to read the odd paragraph of drivel like this. Enjoy.
Facebook Page The Valley Peak has a new Facebook page. It offers an updated events calendar for the Columbia Valley. You can do a quick check on what is happening today and in the future (spooky eh?). Anyways, like us on Facebook and keep up with the times.
Local Computer & Electronics Repair Business and personal IT support. New and used/refurbished computers and laptops. Virus and Malware removal. Come visit our new office location downtown Invermere in the Mountain Hub!
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Lambert-Kipp Pharmacy J. Douglas Kipp, B.Sc. (Pharm) Laura Kipp, Pharm D. Irena Shepard, B.Sc. (Pharm)
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Canada Day Parade
Backcountry Camping Series Camping Fundamentals
June 19
Trip Planning & Navigation
June 26
Meal & Food Plans
July 3
Backcountry Site & Camp Set up
July 10
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The Invermere Legion is again in charge of the Canada Parade in Invermere. This is the perfect opportunity for any business or organization to get seen by the public. Thousands of people, both locals and visitors line the streets to see the floats go by. Check out the ad on page 3 for information regarding the rules for float entries. It is always fun to be part of the parade and part of the community.
Where I Was The photo on age 6 is a reminder of how lucky I am. A year ago golf was pretty doubtful for me but things are much better today. There are lots of beautiful course around here.
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Father’s Day
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Be good to your father. He has done a lot for you. Of course we don’t all have perfect fathers and we sometimes wonder why they say or do certain things, but always remember that he had his best intentions for you at all times. I had a great father (a great family actually). He helped mold me into who I am today. We spent a lot of time together working, walking, playing, learning, talking and more. We both enjoyed the times very much. This Sunday, June 16 is Father’s Day. Do your best to show Dad you care.
Prosthetics My niece once dated a gentleman with a wooden leg but after a while she had to break it off.
Feel Better I go through a lot of days where I really dislike my life. A self-pity party is always available at my place. I have found something that helps pull me out of a negative mental state. Help someone else. Or think about how you can help someone else. It is amazing how quickly that can make you feel better. Just helping.
Sweet for the Heat Chill Out has more than 30 flavours of ice cream, including gluten and lactose free or vegan options. Stop in any day of the week for some tasty treats.
Movies in the Mountains The Monday Night Movies at Pothole Park are back again this year. Every Monday at darkness we can view a free outdoor movie on the big screen. It starts on July 1, with ‘Wayne’s World’.
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Treasures in the Wind
A great venue for events of all sizes. Up to 600 people on the floor. Up to 120 people in the lounge. 250-342-3315 invermerecurling@shaw.ca
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2 Week Trial kits $24-$30.
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AG Valley Foods Big Horn Café Radium Windermere Family Pantry Fairmont Pizza Copper Point Resort
CUSTOM ORDERS 250-341-5185 Sponge Toffee, Chocolate-dipped Sponge Toffee, Peanut Brittle, Chocolate-dipped Brownies, Chocolate-dipped Caramels
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June 13-19, 2019
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Fancy Father’s Meal
Job Opportunities
What are you doing with your dad on Father’s Day? There are many options in the valley. One great option is to head up to Citadella restaurant in Radium. They offer authentic Hungarian cuisine over an incredible view of the Radium area. Try the stroganoff or goulash and you will be impressed. Enjoy filet mignon, chicken cordon bleu or other European specialties. The sample plate is amazing and you can try nearly everything. They are offering 15% off your meal on Father’s Day. Just take a copy of the ad on page 9 with you for the deal. Enjoy. It is awesome food.
Summer is pretty much here and with it comes a lot of job opportunities. Most retailers and restaurants are looking for staff for the next couple of months or so. It works great for summer students. But it is also a chance for those looking for permanent work to get their feet in the door. Get a job and be a responsible, respectful, dependable employee who makes a difference in your workplace and it could lead to something long term. Or at least give you an idea of what you enjoy doing. I hope all the employees and employers match up nicely this summer for a great year.
Bear Day
Consider the Invermere Curling Centre as a venue for your next event. During the summer, the ice surface area holds up to 600 people. The upstairs lounge will hold 120 folks quite easily and is a very nice spot. Call 250-342-3315 for more information.
Bears are a part of life in our valley. Come celebrate these amazing animals and learn how to keep bears wild and stay safe at Bear Day in Cenotaph Park on Saturday, June 15, from 10 am to 1 pm. The event is hosted by Wildsight and offers free, family-friendly activities. Chat with wildlife experts, learn about our bear neighbours, and get hands-on bear spray lessons. Not 100% sure what to do if you run into a bear? This one’s for you.
Great Venue
Call 250-341-7243
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Deep Serviced for year round use TITLED OWNERSHIP 5 km south of Fairmont www.dutchcreekresort.com 250-345-6558
Covering Ground Running away will never help with your problems. Well, unless you are overweight. Then exercise is good.
Fire Smart Emergency Are you ready? The ‘Choose to Move’ program is hosting a ‘Fire Smart and Emergency Preparedness, Are You Ready?’ session. It will be at the Invermere Legion this Tuesday, June 18, from 10 am to noon. Please register at 250-342-5566.
Beautiful Town One of my favourite things about the summers in Invermere is the flower beds. The District team does a wonderful job of beautifying the town. It is great seeing all the brilliant colours on the street corners. I really like that people are invited to pick the flowers at the end of the season. That is a nice touch.
Fresh Exhibit Artym Gallery is beginning a Cameron Bird and David Langevin show this Saturday, June 15. You can stop in and meet Cameron Bird from 10 am to 3 pm It runs daily until June 21.
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Names We’ve Heard
13 Tim Allen, Ally Sheedy 14 Donald Trump, Steffi Graf 15 Jim Belushi, Courteney Cox 16 Stan Laurel, Tupac Shakur 17 Venus Williams, Barry Manilow 18 Paul McCartney, Red Adair 19 Paula Abdul, Kathleen Turner 20 Nicole Kidman, John Goodman, Lionel Ritchie Local Celebrities
13 Rob Dunn, Kevin & Diana Moore anniversary 14 Sherry Hanson, Colin Georgeson, Vicki Losey, Paula Hemmelgarn 16 Gayle Michel 17 Louise McElderry 18 Danny Larrabee, Bill Lepla. Nancy Wells 19 Bud Dearin Submit your free birthday or anniversary greetings to rob@valleypeak.ca or call 250-341-7243
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June 13-19, 2019 Lunch ’til Late Kitchen Open to 10 pm Daily, 11 pm Fri/Sat
Pride drag show Saturday, June 15
Dos equis
Monday, June 17, 7-9 pm
FREE LISTINGS FOR COMMUNITY EVENTS Columbia Valley Food Bank Hours Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1-2 pm. 3rd Wed., 5:30-7 pm. By appt. 342-0850. 201, 7 Ave, Invermere. Museum Hours Mon.-Friday, 10 am-4 pm. Thrift Store Hours Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 10 am-4 pm.
Invermere Library hours Mon/Tue/Fri/Sat, 10 am-5 pm. Wed/Thur, 10 am-8 pm. Radium Library Hours Tuesday, 1-8 pm. Wed, Thurs. 10 am-4 pm. Friday 1-4 pm, Sat, 10 am-4 pm. Every Thursday Stretch & Move, 10:30 am, Invermere Seniors Hall. Storytime at Invermere Library 10:30 am. 342-6416. Carpet Bowling, 1:30 pm, Radium Centre. Floor Curling, Inv. Seniors Centre, 1:30 pm. Youth cooking, Summit Youth Centre, 5-7 pm. Jiu Jitsu, 7-9 pm, next to Vet, 250-341-7113. Crib, Drop-in, Invermere Legion, 6-10 pm. Youth Network, Canal Flats Civic Centre, 6-8 pm. Free English Learning Conversation, CBAl, 6-8 pm, Texas Hold ’Em Invermere Legion, $30, 6:30 pm. Karaoke at the Horsethief Creek Pub, 8 pm. AA Meeting, Canal Flats Fire Hall, 8 pm. 2nd Thursday of Every Month Invermere Senior’s Lunches, 342-9281 ext 1232. 2nd & 4th Thursday Every Month Seniors Tea, Invermere Library, 342-6416. 3rd Thursday of Every Month Parkinson's Disease Support Group Meeting at Heritage Inn in Cranbrook at 7 pm. Every Friday Senior Walking, The Bakery, Invermere, 9:30 am. Invermere Seniors Kindergarten Visit, 10:30 am. Senior Walking, Radium Community Garden, 11 am. Duplicate Bridge at Invermere Seniors’ Hall 1 pm. Dinner at Invermere Legion at 6:30 pm. Alcoholics Anonymous at Radium Catholic Church. 8 pm. 342-2424. Karaoke, Whitehouse. 1st Friday Every Month Open Mic, all ages, Pynelogs, 7-10 pm.
Contractor Day Friday, June 21 10 am-3 pm ‘Smarty Pants’
Customer Appreciation Saturday, June 22 10 am-3 pm ‘Sheberdean’
Fundraiser BBQ Free smokies, brats & pop.
3rd Friday Every Month Inv. Caregivers Support, 1-3 pm, Hospital Boardroom. Every Saturday This ‘n’ That Market, Mountain Hub, 9:30 am-4 pm. Family Lego Club, Invermere Library, 10:30 am. Darts, Drop-in, Invermere Legion, 4-6 pm. Climbing Wall, Laird School, 5-8 pm, 250-688-5228. Youth movie, free, Summit Youth Centre, 7-9 pm. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 250-342-2424. Every Sunday Latter Day Saints’ Service, Fairmont, 10 am. 270-0299. Music Jam, all ages, Canal Flats Base Camp, 10 am. Worship & Fellowship, Alliance Church, 10:30 am. Give-back Sundays, Horsethief Creek Pub. Crib & other fun at Edgewater Legion, noon. Carpet Bowling. Radium Centre, 1:30 pm. Lutheran Service, Christ Church Trinity, 1:30 pm. Climbing Wall, Laird School, 5-8 pm, 250-688-5228. Jiu Jitsu, 7-9 pm, next to Vet, 250-341-7113. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 250-342-2424. Every Monday Senior Singalong, Columbia Gardens, 10 am. Invermere Seniors’ Centre Fitness, 10:30 am. Indoor walking, free, clean shoes, CV Centre, 10 am. Stretch & Move, 10:30 am, Invermere Seniors Hall. Invermere Seniors’ Carpet Bowling at 1:30 pm. Army Cadets, Invermere Legion, 6:15 pm, 688-5266. Drum Circle, Pynelogs, 7 pm, no experience needed. Live Music, Horsethief Creek Pub, 7-9 pm. Al-Anon, Inver. Catholic Church, 7:15 pm. 342-8255. Every Tuesday Knitting/handcrafts, Invermere Library, 1:30 pm. Invermere Seniors Centre games, 1:30 pm. Block Builders, 5-7 yrs, Radium Library, 3:30-5:30 pm. Zumba Strong, Laird School, 5:30 pm. Jiu Jitsu, 7-9 pm, next to Vet, 250-341-7113. Games Night, Horsethief Creek Pub. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 250-342-2424. 1st Tuesday of Every Month MS Support Group, 7 pm, Christ Church Trinity. 1st and 3rd Tuesday Each Month OPTions for Sexual Health. Confidential low-cost birth control, STI tests. 6:30-8:30 pm. 688-6787. Shuswap Bingo, Earlybird at 6:45 pm. Last Tuesday of Each Month Free Coffee Break, Women Centre, 10 am-noon. Every Wednesday Storytime, Radium Library, 10:45 am. Indoor walking, free, clean shoes, CV Centre, 10 am. Chair Yoga, Invermere Seniors Hall, 10:30 am. Duplicate Bridge at Invermere Seniors’ Hall 1 pm.
The Carbons - Monday, June 24 Knitting, crocheting, Columbia Gardens, 1:30 pm. Zumba Fitness, Laird School, 5:30 pm. Youth Network night, Riverside Golf Resort, 6-8 pm. Fun flow taster Yoga, Radium Plaza, 778-316-6371. Invermere Seniors Crib, 7 pm.. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 250-342-2424. 1st and 3rd Wednesday Each Month Radium Rotary, Radium Springs Golf Course, 8 am. June 12, Wednesday Bingo, Wilmer Community Hall, 7 pm. June 13, Thursday Bud Light Orange tasting, Copper City, 3:30 –6 pm. Poetry reading, Invermere Library, 6 pm. June 14, Friday Bake sale, Radium Visitor Centre, 12-5 pm. Roast Beef Dinner, Invermere Legion, 6:30 pm. Pride Fashion Show, DJ & Dance Party, Ullr Bar, 9 pm. June 15, Saturday Garage Sale, 1506 10 St, 8 am-2 pm. Family Fishing Day (LW Rod & Gun Club), BBQ lunch, raffle & prizes, free, Lake Lillian, 9 am-3 pm. Invermere Farmers Market, 9 am-1 pm. Bear Day: activities, workshops & displays, free, Invermere cenotaph park, 10 am-1 pm. Cameron Bird, David Langevin, Artym, 10 am-close. Kimberly Kiel, Effusion Art Gallery, 11 am-2 pm. Pride celebration (BBQ, vendors, live entertainment, silent auction), all ages, Pothole Park, 12-4 pm. Strawberry Tea, Pride Drag Show, Horsethief Creek Pub, 9 pm. June 16, Sunday Hike for Hospice (fundraiser), K2 Ranch, 10 am. June 17, Monday Dos Equis, Horsethief Creek Pub, 7-9 pm. June 18, Tuesday Fire Smart Emergency, Invermere Legion, 10 am. June 21, Friday Contractor Day, RONA, 10 am-3 pm. June 22, Saturday Customer Appreciation Day, RONA, 10 am-3 pm. June 24, Monday The Carbons, Horsethief Creek Pub, 7-9 pm. June 29, Saturday BBQ, Kinsmen Fireworks, Home Hardware, 10:30 am. June 30, Sunday Kinsmen Fireworks, midnightish. 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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