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Where are the Canadian Football League’s and the National Hockey League’s Halls of Fame located? (Answer on page 7)
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June 14-20, 2018
Volume 16 Issue 24
Free Golf (for Dad)
Radium Days
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.
Radium is the place to be this Saturday, June 16, with a full day of free, fun activities planned in celebration of Radium Days. Watch the parade at 10 am, then head to Legend’s Field for family-friendly fun, including vendors, a kidz zone, the BritsBest Car Show and food fresh from the Radium Rotary Club’s BBQ. The unofficial after party starts up at 10 pm when the Voodoo Rhythm Kings take to the stage at the Horsethief Creek Pub. Next year, Radium Days will be celebrated at Radium’s new community hall.
Retirement I know a lot of jokes about retired people, but none of them work.
Fire Hall Open House Wannabe firefighters of all ages are invited to the Invermere Fire Hall on Friday, June 15, from 6:30 pm to 9 pm for an open house. Check out the fire trucks and enjoy a free BBQ, plus demonstrations of the water hose and Jaws of Life. There will be plenty of firefighters there to answer your questions about fire safety and how to volunteer. It’s also the perfect opportunity to say “thank you” to our local volunteer heroes.
PIZZA. PASTA, SALADS SANDWICHES OPEN DAILY 11 am-10 pm 250-688-3344
EAT IN•TAKE OUT•LICENSED
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Beer Festival The annual Beer Festival takes place this Saturday, June 16 from 4-8 pm. Live music from Cod Gone Wild, beer and cider tastings, and stunning scenery are all part of this Fairmont event. Several great breweries are registered for a chance to let you sample their unique and tasty products. Tickets are $59 each: call 1-800-663-4979 (option 1) to buy yours. If you have a beerloving dad, this could be the perfect Father’s Day activity.
WINDERMERE DISTRICT SOCIAL SERVICE SOCIETY The Windermere District Social Service Society is currently seeking interested candidates for appointment to its Board of Directors. If you have an interest in programs & services to Persons with Developmental Disabilities and a willingness to commit to a working Board, please contact Donna Jefferson at wdsss@shaw.ca for more information.
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY Check out our gift baskets. We have everything for a tasty barbecue. Open 7 am-10 pm daily
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Farmers Market 250-688-1143
4th Annual
HIKE for HOSPICE
Sunday, June 24 Historic K-2 Ranch on Westside Road Check-in 9:30 am Historic Barn Tour 10 am Hike Starts 10:30 am Enjoy a 1.25 km walk around a scenic lake or 8 km round trip hike on an easy trail. Bring-You-Own- Picnic Lunch! For details about the hike, how to register and collect pledges, donate online or where to pick up paper registration/pledge forms go to www.hospicesocietycv.com For information contact Susan at (778) 526-5143
The much-loved Invermere Farmers & Artists Market opens for the season this Saturday, June 16, from 9 am to 1 pm. Find your favourite vendors from last year and check out the new booths. It will run every Saturday throughout the summer. Last year, the market contributed $20,871 back to community causes. Try making one of our local markets part of your weekly routine as everyone benefits from their continued success.
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Donations of flannel fabric to sew nightgowns for West African babies. Doris 250-341-3764.
For Rent Hall rental and catering. Royal Canadian Legion, Invermere. Reasonable rates. 250-688-0640. ______
Fill in the blanks with the correct numbers. ‘___ Ways to Leave Your Lover’ ‘A Tale of ___ Cities’ ‘___ Men and a Baby’ ‘___ is Enough’ ‘North Dallas ___’ Answers on page 8
Hot Tub Rentals, Diamond Heating & Spas, 250-342-7100.
Entrepreneur
Peaks Bike Repair. Bike tune ups & services at a fair price. 250-341-1946.
Did you hear about the guy who invented Lifesavers? They say he made a mint.
Indigenous Cultural Festival Lakeshore Resort & Campground invites everyone to attend their free Indigenous Cultural Festival this Saturday, June 16. The festivities start at 1 pm with the Grand Entry. Come for the dance performances, stay for the Tipi Talks, and dance the night away with Curt and the Healers. There will be a 50/50 draw, plus door prizes and a raffle draw. Bring your own comfy chairs and your dancing shoes.
Hike for Hospice The fourth annual Hike for Hospice is coming up on Sunday, June 24. 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 online at www.hospicesocietycv.com or you can register on the morning of the hike. Call Susan at 778-526-5143 for more information.
An incredible career opportunity program right here in our community.
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Windermere Community Hall. Upgraded. Lots of features. Call 778-526-0092.
Services _____
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. _____
B.B’s Home & Lawn Care Services. Spring cleanup, Eaves troughs, home maintenance, moving & packing. 250-688-2897.
Classes Group Workshops. Gentle Yoga. Laughter Yoga. Meditation. Bollywood Dance Along. Private Counselling, Yoga. Sensory Therapy. 778-316-6371. _____
SHUSWAP BAND Fundraiser for Aboriginal Days Every Tuesday, May 29 to June 20 Shuswap Band Hall at 7 pm Everyone Welcome Call 250-341-3678 for Info
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Robservations
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY!
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.
Nice Wife When I married ‘Miss Right’, I had no idea her first name was Always.
Career Opportunities The College of the Rockies is offering up two great programs that ultimately lead to employment here in the valley as well as anywhere you are in the future. They have information sessions on both programs coming up next week. Learn more about the Early Childhood Education program on Monday, June 18 and about the Health Care Assistant program on Wednesday, June 20 Both sessions are at the College of the Rockies from 6 pm to 7 pm.
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Fairmont Pizza has some openings for staff. They have full and part-time jobs available. Enjoy working with a great team during a busy season of making lots of people happy with awesome food and ice cream. Call 250-345-6233 and ask for John.
FREE LOTTO 649 With 5 Fills. Skookum Inn Will you be the next Multi-Millionaire? 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
What is your body missing if you suffer from adermatoglyphia? What type of building was the first public building in the United States? What was the second public building in the United States? Which nation first cloned a fish in 1981? What did Alexander Fleming discover in 1928? After how many games at Wimbledon are the tennis balls replaced?
Answers are hidden within ads in this issue. Enjoy your search!
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I enjoy mornings. It is quite the show all night with 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. 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.
What Country Am I? WE HAVE A HUGE SELECTION OF GOOD USED TIRES ON RIMS.
I am a land-locked country in Southern Africa. I am neighbours with Congo, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Botswana, Angola, Mozambique, Malawi and Namibia. My capital city is Lusaka and most of my population lives near there. My people speak 73 different languages but English is the official one. I am considered a ‘Christian’ country but similar to Canada, we have many denominations and traditions. Copper mining and agriculture have been my main economic providers. Football, rugby and cricket are my main sports. Maize is my main staple diet. What Country am I? See page 9.
Breakfast Wisdom A boiled egg is hard to beat.
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Looking for a great volunteer opportunity to serve your community? Invermere Council is looking for people with a history of community involvement and a desire to participate in an Operations Advisory Committee for the new Columbia Valley Centre. Four excellent opportunities are available to serve your community for a two-year term.
WHAT DOES AN OPERATIONS ADVISORY WORKING GROUP DO? The Operations Advisory Working Group is to provide advisory services to Council as it relates to programming and marketing of the facility and other duties as assigned by Council. The Committee will be comprised of two (2) members from the District of Invermere and two (2) members from the community at large encompassing the District of Invermere and the RDEK. Preference will be given to those individuals who demonstrate experience in events programming, event marketing and management and other skills related to operations of a community facility.
HOW TO APPLY: People who are interested in participating in this Committee are invited to submit a resume to:
Chris Prosser, Chief Administrative Officer District of Invermere 914 8th Avenue Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 cao@invermere.net The deadline for the submission of all resumes to the municipal office is August 3rd, 2018. A copy of the terms of reference can be picked up at the municipal office for more information.
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Kidney Failure
RADIUM DAYS SATURDAY, JUNE 16 PARADE AT 10 AM
So things have settled out a bit in my life. Back in Invermere trying to adjust to night time peritoneal dialysis. I am enjoying the freedom during the day and have actually fished a couple of times but the thing is still kicking the crap out of me at night. Lots of alarms and lots of awake time. I have a lady coming up to check it all out on Wednesday. Hopefully she can help me figure it out. I met with my family doctor this week. We haven’t seen each other in a long time and had lots of catching up to do. She has been following my progress quite closely. It was a nice session. We are still showing no signs of kidney recovery so it is just carry on as is and see what happens.
It’s All Relative Any room is a panic room if you’ve lost your keys in it.
Dad’s Cool Cake Who loves ice cream? Mostly everyone. How about Dairy Queen ice cream cakes? Very yummy. Dads 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.
This is a great program leading to many job opportunities.
Wildlife Tales & Photos Hey nature lovers: Wildsight is hosting an evening with photographer and conservation advocate John E. Marriott on Friday, June 15 at the DTSS theatre. John will share stories and photos from his new book, Tall Tales, Long Lenses. The evening starts at 7 pm, with $15 tickets at the door ($12 for members, kids free). John’s offering special book prices if you donate $75+ to Wildsight.
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2. Church
BUSY JUNE WEEKEND
PASTORS:
Lead: Trevor Hagan Associate: Matt Moore
Sunday, June 17, 10:30 am
‘BELIEVE-LOVE’ Pastor Matt Moore ministering “K.I.D.S.” Church available during the Morning Service (age 3 to grade 7)
MAY YOU FIND JOY EVERY DAY!
UPCOMING EVENTS Friday, June 15, 6:30 pm
STEELHEAD TROUT DINNER Cribbage, Thursdays, 6:30 pm. Darts, Saturdays, 4-6 pm. Texas Hold-Em, Thursdays at 6:30 pm
250-342-9517
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION Branch 71, Invermere
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My Progress 250-342-9933 Drive Thru 11 am-9 pm
JUNE BLIZZARD S’MORES
Marshmallow-filled Chocolate and Graham Cookies
Gel & Pedicures
Judy 250-341-5245 Days, Evenings and Weekends
THE STATION
NEIGHBOURHOOD PUB SUMMER DRINK MENU FANTASTIC FOOD STELLAR STAFF SUPER SUNNY DECK 250-342-5557
So my chemo has been transferred to Cranbrook and I have to go there every Tuesday morning at 9 am until the end of September. That is all working out great. It starts tomorrow for me. The ward in Cranbrook is headed by the Kelowna Oncology Ward. Kelowna has a team of 4 doctors who specialize in my type of cancer so it should be a good run. Although they are suggesting I go on an additional medication. A 2-hour infusion (IV) of a drug that is supposed to maybe help prevent my bones from breaking down. Of course the side effects include kidney damage, nausea, fever, et cetera. As I am still trying to recover my kidneys and I am showing no signs of bone issues, I will be refusing that drug. They say that being informed and taking charge of your health care are the best ways to survive an illness. I strongly believe that.
June 14-20, 2018
CRESTEEL RV SERVICE
Appliances and Accessories Parts and Repairs Mobile Service Available 250-342-6312
Fuel the Fireworks The Canada Day fireworks in Invermere are incredible. People come from all over just to watch the beautiful colours explode over the lake. It is always very loud and very exciting. Add to the fireworks all of the boats and their lights positioning on the lake. It is quite the show. The fireworks are quite a costly adventure. The Kinsmen Club of Windermere Valley put it all together every year and count on our donations to make it happen. Please make a contribution whenever you have a chance. Place money in the coin boxes you see in local businesses or contact the Kinsmen.
Video Gamer A computer once beat me at chess, but it was no match for me at kick boxing.
MS Walk Canada has the highest rate of MS in the world. We can show our support for our neighbours and friends who are living with MS at the annual MS Walk and BBQ on Sunday, June 17. The event runs 9 am to noon at Pothole Park in Invermere. If you’d like to help raise funds to support world-leading MS research in Canada, register online at mswalks.ca and start collecting those pledges.
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WHERE WAS I?
Answer on page 10
Can you guess where this photo was taken?
CBD Only Products & Topicals Pet Treats & Supplements Smoking Accessories
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Vital Signs Survey
FIREHALL OPEN HOUSE INVERMERE, 6:30-9 PM FRIDAY, JUNE 15
The Vital Signs survey wants to know what’s important to you. What do you think of the Columbia Valley as a place to live, learn, work and grow? Share your thoughts online at www.valleyfoundation.ca, or head to one of the survey’s meeting spots this week. On Thursday, June 14, you can fill out the survey at Tim Hortons (9 am-noon) or the Invermere Library (1-4:30 pm). Head to Base Camp Coffee in Canal Flats on Friday, June 15 (9 am-noon) or Valley Coffee in Fairmont (1-4 pm). Or go to the Spilli Station from 10 am-1 pm on Saturday, June 16. On Wednesday, June 20, you’ll find the Vital Signs folks at the Invermere Bakery from 10 am to 1 pm. This survey helps local decision-makers make decisions: have your say and be heard.
Canadian Sports Trivia Answer The CFL Hall of Fame is in Hamilton and the NHL Hall of Fame is in Toronto.
Writer’s Block No matter how much you push the envelope, it'll still be stationery.
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#7 1340 Industrial Road #4 (next to RFE Alarms) Promote Your Logo Coats, shirts, hats, bags, mugs, pens, lighters, candy, chocolate and so much more. PROUDLY PRINTING THE VALLEY PEAK
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5. Penicillin
TENTS – CHAIRS – TABLES LINEN – CHINA – DANCE FLOOR
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Try Our Bouncy Castle! Serving the Columbia Valley
Inside ICAN Cassie and Chance, reporting for ICAN Rescue and Adoption Facility. We're officially available for adoption and hoping to find our forever home together! We're curious and active purring machines. If you or someone you know have the home and heart for two of us, please contact ICAN for more information. Last call for gently used items for our garage sale, we'll be accepting items up until June 17. For more information give us a call (250) 341-7888 or visit our website www.icanbc.com.
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Long, Long Drive Contest
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DAZZLING
What a great opportunity! Hitting a golf ball down an airport runway. The annual long drive contest on the Fairmont airport runway is this Friday, June 15 from 4 to 7 pm. Entry is $15 for 3 balls ($10 for 12 and under) and there are some great prizes (mostly golf passes). All proceeds go to the Fairmont Youth Night. There are categories for men, ladies, senior men, senior ladies and juniors (12 and under). Lots of prizes are available. Get more info at 250-345-6346. It is lots of fun. The key is to hit it straight and it will just keep going. You have to try it.
June 14-20, 2018 OPEN 5 pm 7 Days/week 250-347-9548
ELEGANT DINING IN RADIUM
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‘THE MILLION DOLLAR VIEW’
Bring in this ad for 15% OFF your total bill.
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GIFTS GALORE
Vape Juice Watkins Products WE ARE YOUR GREYHOUND DEPOT Ticket Express (fast, efficient, affordable)
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OPEN Monday to Saturday 8:30 am to 5:30 pm
(From page 2) Fifty, Two, Three, Eight, Forty.
World Blood Donor Day Thursday, 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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Summer Solstice 4. China 24 HOUR FLOOD SERVICE
COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL CARPET CLEANING TILE & GROUT CLEANING Serving the Valley since 1980
Find us at ptarmigan-invermere.com Contact us at 250-342-9692 or email rugclean@telus.net
Thursday, June 21 is the summer solstice for 2018. This is the day that the Sun reaches its northernmost peak from the Equator. It is actually directly above the Tropic of Capricorn. The northern hemisphere experiences the longest day (most daylight) of the year. Unfortunately, the days get shorter from here on in. Within the Arctic Circle, they experience 24 hours of sunlight on this day while in the Southern Hemisphere everything is the opposite (shortest day, start of winter, etc.).
We have the following for you! CND Firearms Safety Course Board Basics – Governance Laughter Yoga Home Alone Vision Board Workshop Red Cross Babysitting Course
June 15 June 19 June 19 June 22 June 28 July 6
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Far & Near
Weed Care Ornamental Tree Care Lawn Fertilizer 250-347-9909 The Best of Seconds OPEN Tues-Fri 10-5 Saturday 11-3 Adults’ & Kids’ Clothing Shoes, Toys, Books Infant Equipment, Maternity Items Much, Much More Located below Lambert-Kipp Pharmacy 250-342-4430
After decades of teaching music at J.A. Laird Elementary, local musician Bruce Childs has finally recorded a CD of his own songs. Fans, friends and folk music lovers can buy a copy for $20 cash at Bavin Glassworks, Balanced Health Acupuncture Clinic, or by contacting Bruce at bchilds@shaw.ca. The recordings feature many other local musicians, as well as some of Bruce’s talented exstudents and son Morgan. Generations of local kids have benefited from Bruce’s love of music. Now we can all benefit by having a great new CD to listen to.
ROE Developments Inc. RENOVATIONS EXTERIORS & INTERIORS TILING & HARDWOOD DECKS & FENCES
FREE ESTIMATES! Richard Penner 250-341-8708 roedev1@hotmail.ca “NO JOB IS TOO SMALL”
CRESTEEL HVAC (’81) LIMITED Furnace and Heat Pump Installation Service and Repair
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Bear Day
BEER FEST SATURDAY, JUNE 16 FAIRMONT SKI HILL
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 Pothole Park on Saturday, June 16, from noon to 3 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.
I Am This Country
Mon-Thur 8 am-7:30 pm Friday 8 am-9 pm Saturday 8 am-8 pm Sunday 9 am-6 pm
IT’S CAMPING TIME! Get it all here! Tents, sleeping bags, camp chairs.
Summer Hours now in Effect
(From page 4) I am Zambia, formerly Southern Rhodesia. In 1964, Zambia declared independence during the Olympics and became the only country to enter the Olympics as one country and leave as another.
The Thrifty Reporter I would like to deviate away from shopping to congratulate the Invermere Health Care Auxiliary Society (IHACS) for being honored by the Rotary Club of Invermere as the Citizens of the Year. That is indeed a great honor. IHCAS was recognized for operating the Invermere Thrift Store which we all know is the best place to shop for a bargain. Since 2017 the Thrift Store has provided donations of over $200,000 to multiple organizations here in the valley. This has happened by 170 volunteers/ members logging in over 28,000 hours. Money from the Thrift Store has helped Interior Health, Stars, Columbia Valley Centre, East Kootenay Health and more.
Meal Time What does a clock do if it is still hungry? Go back four seconds.
Father’s Day
Aaron Sherban
Sheblime Roofing Asphalt Shingles Repairs-Replacement-New Insured and WCB Free Estimates
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24 HOUR PURIFIED WATER
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5 gal-$3 3 gal-$2
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Similar to many people, I had a wonderful father. John (Jack) Darrel Dunn. He stormed the beaches of Normandy and he stormed Canada with his engineering degree (he actually worked on the Avro Arrow). Jack was great. He was very strict with the rules around the house but also very quick to do anything for family and friends. He taught us all about the values of life, honesty, fairness, happiness, etc. He spent time with each of us, teaching us what family and love meant. I miss my father but I greatly appreciate who he was and everything that he did for me and others. I have many great memories of our times together. Downtown Invermere 250-342-9661
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
BOX 2228 742 - 13 STREET INVERMERE, B.C. V0A 1K0 PHONE 250-342-3031 FAX 250-342-6945 EMAIL info@invermereinsurance.com
BOX 459 7559 MAIN STREET RADIUM HOT SPRINGS, B.C. V0A 1M0 PHONE 250-347-9350 FAX 250-347-6350 TOLL FREE 1-866-342-3031
SCREENED TOPSOIL SAND & GRAVEL Excavators, Skid Steers Dump Truck VJ (BUTCH) BISHOP
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June 14-20, 2018
Canada Day Parade
Bruno’s Plumbing Service Mike Sylvestre 250-342-5105
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Serving the Columbia Valley
Where I Was
JACUZZI HOT TUBS Ask about the exclusive Jacuzzi SmartTubTM App
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The Invermere Legion is again in charge of the Canada Day 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 9 for information regarding the rules for float entries. It is always fun to be part of the parade and part of the community.
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WE SELL, CONSIGN & BUY
Antiques ☺ Rarities Boutique ☺ Vintage Home Décor ☺ Upcycled Junk Jonny & Teresa 778-526-5117 4730 Government St. Windermere
AUTO REPAIRS TIRE SALES & REPAIRS, 4-wheel drive repairs, Air conditioning repairs, Engine & transmission replacements, Vehicle inspections
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The photo on page 6 shows one of our conservation officers as he displays a couple of bear skulls and talks about this amazing species. Bear Day is this Saturday, June 16 at Pothole Park from noon until 3 pm.
Board Volunteers Needed If you’re interested in supporting programs and services for those with developmental disabilities and might want to volunteer some time to a working board, give Donna Jefferson a shout at wdsss@shaw.ca. The Windermere District Social Service Society is looking for candidates to appoint to their board of directors.
Twobogganing “Tommy, you promised you would share your new sled with your brother,” said Mom. “I am sharing,” replied Tommy. He plays with it coming up the hill and I play with it going down”.
Unplug It Many electronic devices only need a quick reset when they quit working. Often this just means unplugging them for a bit. 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.
Alternative Medicines I saw an interesting article the other day. It was referring to natural remedies for health issues. The summary was that herbs and natural remedies are not ‘Alternative Medicines’. That is just what we have been taught to believe. Herbs and natural remedies are the ‘Original Medicines’ that the pharmaceutical companies are trying to copy.
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Check out the Horsethief Creek Pub for some great live music. This Saturday, June 16 brings the Voodoo Rhythm Kings at 10 pm as an afterparty for Radium Days. Then on Monday, June 18 from 7 to 9 pm, anyone can get involved with the fantastic ‘Open Mic’ nights. The musicians are very welcoming and talented so it is always a great evening.
This is a breathing technique that will help you fall asleep at night. Get into bed and into a relaxed position. Breathe in through your nose for 4 seconds. Hold your breath for 7 seconds. Breathe out through your mouth for 8 seconds. Repeat this cycle a couple of times. This will trigger a natural response in your body that you are at rest by lowering your oxygen intake. Your heart rate will slow down substantially right away. You can actually feel it happening. Try not to take a deep breath as you will want to. I find myself lying there thinking ‘this is kind of hokey’. And then I find myself waking up a few hours later.
Quality Control Thanks to everyone who picks up and enjoys The Valley Peak every week. It has been a few months of pretty intense work trying to keep the paper going while dealing with my health issues. These recent weeks have been really tough with all the trips to the hospital, travelling to Invermere and the time spent doing home dialysis. Thank heaven for Heather, my co-writer. Heads up to my clients as I have fallen well behind in my invoicing so it will be catch-up time for that. I am sorry for any of the information or events that I have missed or given misinformation.
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There are a lot of incredible places to see in this valley. I love getting out into the bush for any type of adventure. I want all the places that I see to remain magnificent. That is why I pack out what I pack in. I do not leave a mess anywhere. It is just not right. Please strive to leave every place that you visit a bit nicer than when you arrived. It is a great system.
Let’s Break the Record The Westside Legacy Trail is about to become world famous, and you can help make that happen. Join 249 other folks on Saturday, June 16 as they attempt to break the Guinness World Record for longest conga line -- on roller skates. Reserve your size by emailing lianne.lang@greenways.ca. You get to keep the skates after the event. If you’re not quite coordinated enough to brave the conga line, come on down anyway and bring your camera: I’m sure this will be a sight to remember.
Cold Dairy Did you hear the rumour about frozen butter? I’ll tell you, but you can’t spread it.
Wildfires As most of you have seen or heard, we already have a pretty good wildfire burning up above White Swan Lake. It is in some rough timber and terrain so it is a tough one to knock down. Please remember how volatile things can quickly get. It has been a dry season so far. Some rain in June can make a huge difference. Be careful with your fires. Follow the rules plus listen to and respect the officers that are trying to protect our beautiful valley.
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FREE LISTINGS FOR COMMUNITY EVENTS Columbia Valley Food Bank Hours Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1-2 pm. 3rd Wednesday, 5:30-7 pm. 201, 7 Ave, Invermere. Museum Hours Tuesday 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, 6-8 pm. Wed, Thurs. 1-4 pm Saturday, 10 am–1 pm. Every Thursday Senior Walking, Edgewater Hall, 9 am. Stretch & Move, 10:30 am, Invermere Seniors Hall. Storytime at Invermere Library 10:30 am. 342-6416. Pickleball, Pineridge Courts, 10 am, all welcome. Carpet Bowling, 1:30 pm, Radium School Gym. 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. Texas Hold ’Em Invermere Legion, $35, 6:30 pm. Columbia A.A., Women, Fairmont, Lion’s Den, 7:15 pm, 250688–6050. Karaoke at the Horsethief Creek Pub, 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. Baby Rhyme Time, Invermere Library, 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. Bingo, Shuswap Band Hall, 7 pm. Beer Tasting, Whitehouse, 7 pm. Alcoholics Anonymous at Radium Catholic Church. 8 pm. 3422424. Karaoke, Whitehouse. 1st Friday Every Month Open Mic, all ages, Pynelogs, 7-10 pm. 3rd Friday Every Month Inv. Caregivers Support, 1-3 pm, Hospital Boardroom. Last Friday of Every Month Soup & Bun Luncheon, Edgewater Legion, noon. Every Saturday LEGO Club, Radium Library, 10 am, 347-2434. Storytime, Invermere Library 11 am. 342-6416. Pickleball, Pineridge Courts, 10 am, all welcome. Tech Support, Invermere Library, 1-4 pm.
Contractor Day Friday, June 22 10 am-2 pm
Customer Appreciation Saturday, June 23 9 am-3 pm
Free smokies, brats & pop. Everyone welcome both days
Darts, Drop-in, Invermere Legion, 4-6 pm. Climbing Wall, Laird School, 5-8 pm, 250-688-5228. Crib, Edgewater Legion, 7:30 pm. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 250-342-2424. Every Sunday Latter Day Saints’ Service, Fairmont, 10 am. 270-0299. Worship & Fellowship, Alliance Church, 10:30 am. Carpet Bowling, 1:30 pm, Radium School Gym. 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. 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. Duplicate Bridge at Invermere Seniors’ Hall 6:30 pm. Indoor Pickleball, DTSS Gym, 7-9 pm. Live Music, Horsethief Creek Pub, 7-9 pm. Al-Anon, Inver. Catholic Church, 7:15 pm. 342-8255. Every Tuesday Pickleball, Pineridge Courts, 10 am, all welcome. Meditation, 6:30 pm, Allison, Mountain Om Yoga & Wellness Studio, by donation. 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. Last Tuesday of Each Month Free Coffee Break, Women Centre, 10 am-noon. Every Wednesday Knitting, crocheting, Columbia Gardens, 1:30 pm. Youth Network night, Riverside Golf Resort, 6-8 pm. Fun flow taster Yoga, Radium Plaza, 778-316-6371. Crib, Invermere Seniors’ Hall, 7 pm. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 250-342-2424. 1st and 3rd Wednesday Each Month Radium Rotary, Radium Springs Golf Course, 8 am. Last Wednesday of Each Month Co-Housing Info Session, Invermere Library, 6 pm. June 12, Tuesday Bingo, Shuswap Band Office, 7 pm. Summit Trailmakers AGM, Lions Hall, 7 pm. June 13, Wednesday DTSS Junior Bands Final Concert, 7:30 pm. June 14, Thursday World Blood Donor Day. Business Succession, Free, 9 am-noon. 342-2844. Vital Signs survey, Tim Hortons, 9 am-noon. Vital Signs survey, Invermere Library, 1-4:30 pm. DTSS Senior Bands Final Concert, 7:30 pm.
Monday, June 18. 7-9 pm June 15, Friday Vital Signs survey, Base Camp, Canal Flats, 9 am-noon. Vital Signs survey, Valley Coffee, Fairmont, 1-4 pm. Fire Hall Open House, free BBQ, Invermere, 6:30-9 pm. Radium Days, market & live music, Radium, 347-6455. Brits Best Car Show (to June 17), Radium, 347-9331. Long Drive Contest, Fairmont Airport, 4-7 pm. Steelhead Trout Dinner, Invermere Legion, 6:30 pm. John E. Marriott & Wildsight, DTSS theatre, 7-9 pm. June 16, Saturday Invermere Farmers & Artists Market, 9 am-1 pm. Radium Days, pancake breakfast, parade & more. Bear Day, Free, Pothole Park, 12-3 pm. Roller-skating conga line, Westside Trail. Vital Signs survey, Spilli Station, 10 am-1 pm. Indigenous Cultural Fest, Lakeshore Resort, 1-10 pm. Beer Festival, Fairmont Resort, 4-8 pm. Voodoo Rhythm Kings, Horsethief Creek Pub, 10 pm. June 17, Sunday Father’s Day MS Walk, Pothole Park, 9 am. June 18, Monday Early Childhood Education Info, COTR, 6-7 pm. Open Mic, Horsethief Creek Pub, 7-9 pm. June 19, Tuesday Bingo, Shuswap Band Office, 7 pm. June 20, Wednesday Health Care Assistant Program info, COTR, 6-7 pm. Special Olympics AGM, COTR, 7-8:30 pm. June 21 , Thursday Summer Solstice. Vital Signs survey, Circle Cafe, Invermere, 9-11am. June 22, Friday Vital Signs survey, Big Horn Cafe, Radium, 9am-1pm. RONA Contractors Day. National Aboriginal Day, noon. Mountain of Hope Gala fundraiser, 6-11:30 pm. June 23, Saturday ICAN Garage Sale, Deck Properties, 9 am-1 pm. Taynton Bay Par-Tea Day, 10 am-6 pm. RONA Customer Appreciation Day. Kimberley Lobster Fest, www.kimberleyrotary.org. June 24, Sunday ICAN Garage Sale, Deck Properties, 9 am-1 pm. Hike for Hospice, K-2 Ranch, 9:30 am. June 28, Thursday Last day of school for kids in SD 6. June 30, Saturday Fireworks, Kinsmen, midnight. July 1, Sunday Canada Day, parade, festival and more.
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