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Which Canadian athlete won the Olympic Triathlon in the year 2000 after being involved in a huge bike crash? (Answer on page 7) June 29-July 5, 2017 Fantastic Friday Fireworks Invermere does it right. Friday night, June 30, at one minute after midnight, the Kinsmen Club of Windermere Valley will be putting on a great Fireworks show to celebrate Canada’s birthday. It is always a terrific show that people come from all over to enjoy. They will be launched from the railroad tracks below the arena so they can be seen from almost anywhere on the lake. There will be many boats out there and it is almost part of the show watching them. I usually watch from up by the Inukshuk near the arena with lots of other happy folks. The cemetery area in Windermere or down along Chabot beach are also great spots. Thanks to the Kinsmen for doing this each year. Support them.
Smart Thief “Why did you steal the car?’ asked the judge. “I had to get to work.” “Why didn’t you take a bus?” “I don’t know how to drive a bus.”
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Canada Day Parade The Canada Day Parade in Invermere is always a highlight of my summers. I love the effort put into the floats by many of the businesses and organizations. It is great to see the whole community come together for a day. This year’s parade begins at 11 am at Pothole Park and goes through town. Open Monday-Friday, 7 am - 4 pm. Saturday 8 am - 4 pm. Sunday 9 am - 4 pm.
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Special Soup and Buncheon This Friday, June 30 is the final ‘Soup and Bun’ luncheon at the Edgewater Legion until September. It will be a special deal to celebrate Canada 150. Lunch includes a choice of home-made soups (always delicious), stampede beans, home-made buns and biscuits, birthday cake and a beverage (coffee, tea or juice). And the cost is only $6! A great deal for a great meal. The Edgewater Senior Ladies host the luncheons on the last Friday of each month. It happens at noon. I hope you take advantage of this great experience.
Riddliculous The person who makes me, sells me. The person who buys me, gives me away. The person who uses me, never knows and never sees me. What am I? See page 8.
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M.O.M.s The Village of Radium Hot Springs is a happening place to be every Friday evening throughout the summer. Out front of the Visitor Centre is full of activity. The Market on Main is a fantastic vendor’s market that happens from 4 pm to 9 pm every Friday. Organizers work hard to put together a market with lots of variety and wonderful products. Music on Main happens from 7 pm to 9 pm every Friday. It is 2 hours of live music at the Market. A different band sponsored by a local business will perform each week. This Friday, June 30, check out ‘Smarty Pants’, sponsored by Bighorn Meadows and True Key Resorts. It will be a great time as these guys are very entertaining. Keep your Fridays open for the summer.
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Happy Birthday Canada. Our Dominion began 150 years ago. We live in a pretty good country although it has a bit of a dark history with indigenous relations. Enjoy the weekend and have some fun. It will be pretty much the busiest weekend of the year in the valley. Summer is starting and everyone is celebrating. Be nice out there. It can be frustrating when things are busy and there are a lot of visitors around. But we have to expect that. Just step back, relax and let things happen however they must. Don’t get worked up about traffic or the way someone behaved in a busy area. Remember that we are all on our own journeys and rarely consider those around us. No one is trying to make your experiences miserable, they are just on their own adventure, trying to make it fun and fulfilling. So be kind, be respectful, be forgiving and you will enjoy your weekend so much more. Be one of the reasons that visitors love to come to the Columbia Valley.
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Canada Day in Fairmont Enjoy Canada Day 150 celebrations in Fairmont on Saturday, July 1. Activities run from noon to 4 pm in the courtyard of the resort. There will be live music, cake, face painting, games, crafts and much more. Everyone is invited. Plus they close the celebrations off with a fireworks display at 10:30 pm at the bathhouses next to the lodge. It is a great site for fireworks with lots of good vantage points for viewing. Enjoy.
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Watson’s Waddle It is hot out there this week folks. Just a reminder to keep your pets cool. DO NOT leave us in your vehicle on a hot, sunny day. The vehicle will increase the temperature immensely. I make it tricky for Rob because I hate being left home alone. At least Rob thinks I hate it. He ends up taking me lots of places. This is good as it always means a quick stroll before and after he does his thing. But really, I don’t mind a quiet, cool, peaceful time on a dog bed in the house. He always leaves me with a nice treat so it is all good. Fireworks will be happening this weekend. I am not really a big fan of the loud bangs. The Earth shakes a little and it freaks me out. I think most dogs are afraid of the sound of fireworks (and thunder). I am hoping Rob stays home with me that night but I doubt he will. I will probably be in the bathroom on the floor when he gets home. Remember that your pets will be scared also.
What Year was It? It was the worst year of tornadoes in history as 148 storms hit 13 states and 1 province leaving 315 dead, ‘The Sting’ and ‘Blazing Saddles’ were released, Jimmy Fallon was born, Stephen King published ‘Carrie’ (first novel under his own name), the Flyers defeated the Bruins to be the first expansion team to win the Stanley Cup and the Expo World’s Fair was held in Spokane, Washington. What year was it? See page 9.
Soiree en Blanc That would be a party in white folks. It is coming up on Saturday, July 8, at a secret location (find out where at noon on that day). Everyone dresses in white and all the tables and decorations will be white. A choice of meals can be ordered or you can bring your own fare. There will be a DJ during dinner followed by live music by the ‘Small Town Dirtbags’ for dancing. This is one of the premiere events in the valley. Give it a try.
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One of the great features of the Steamboat Mountain Music Festival is the Porch Parties happening this Friday evening (June 30) around Edgewater. Musicians gather on the porches for some casual fun to share their talents with everyone. It is a great evening and a nice kick-off to the festival. Take a stroll around town, meet some neighbours and hear some great music.
Not a Racist Last night a Chinese gentleman came into the bar. “Do you know any martial arts?” I asked. “Why do you ask? Because I’m Chinese?” “No. Because you are drinking my beer.”
Ladies’ Nights Columbia River Paddle is running their ‘Ladies’ Nights’ every Wednesday through the summer. The event runs from 6 pm to 9 pm each week. All skill levels are invited as it is always a fun event. Columbia River Paddle offers canoes, kayaks, stand-up paddle boards and more. Enjoy a guided interpretive tour of the wetlands or go out for a self-guided tour. It is a beautiful setting. Call 250-342-7397 for more information or you can always go to their website www.ColumbiaRiverPaddle.com.
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Motorcycle Rally The 2017 Horsethief Hideout Memorial Rally is coming up on the weekend of July 6 to 9. Next weekend. Everyone is welcome to come out and check it out. Plan on camping for the weekend or just enjoying a day at the event. There will be lots to see and do, including live music every night (great bands) karaoke, bike games, a burnout pit, food and market vendors and a whole lot more. The Horsethief Hideout is located just a few minutes north of Wilmer on Westside Road. Please drive respectfully through the community of Wilmer. Find out more at www.horsthiefhideout.com.
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Misunderstood It was a very cold wintery morning when the lady called her husband. “Windows are totally frozen,” she said. “Try pouring warm water and then tapping lightly with a hammer,” he replied. A few minutes later she called to say, “I tried that and I think that I broke the laptop.”
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The folks at the Invermere Animal Companion Network had a busy weekend with their annual garage sale. They spent hours in preparing and manning the two-day sale at Deck Properties. Thanks to everyone who made donations and to everyone who stopped in and bought some treasures. It was sad that someone stole their cash on Saturday morning but overall it was an amazing weekend.
BIG Book Sale The tenth annual BIG Book Sale, hosted by the Friends of the Invermere Public Library is coming up in July. It will be held at the old Invermere Community Hall on Saturday, July 15 from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm. Lots of time to find a book. The BIG Book sale is a huge used book sale that helps fund many programs at the Invermere Library. Folks donate their gently-used books to the event throughout the year. Volunteers sort the books into several categories and set them out for our perusal. Stop in and check it out. With the new library in the new community centre, they will be using funds to boost the children’s section.
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Simon Whitfield came back from 28th place to win gold in the 2000 Olympic Triathlon. He had to recover from a dozen-rider bike crash. He also came back for gold in 2008. I remember when I was growing up. Yoga was called Twister.
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The Horsethief Creek Pub in Radium is always hosting live music on Mondays, from 7 to 9 pm. This coming Monday, July 3, ‘Sheberdean & the Postmistress’ are performing. The following Monday, July 10 will be an ‘Open Mic’ with Marty and Larry. On Friday, July 7, ‘Devon Coyote’ will be playing at 10:30 pm as an after-party to the Music on Main that evening.
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STAGE 2 WATER RESTRICTION The District of Invermere is now under a stage 2 watering restriction. A reduction in water use is necessary requiring stage 2 restrictions, and no person shall: (a) use a sprinkler to water a lawn, trees, and shrubs growing on a property that is: (i) addressed with an odd house number except during restricted hours on Mondays & Thursdays between times of 4 am to 10 am & 7 pm to 11 pm. (ii) addressed with an even house number except during restricted hours on Tuesdays and Fridays. between times of 4 am to 10 am & 7 pm to 11 pm. (b) use an appliance, except a hand-operated hose equipped with a shut-off nozzle, a hand-held container or a micro-irrigation or drip-irrigation system to water trees, shrubs, flowers or vegetables on any day. The District will be offering free home water assessments again this summer. Call Andrea at the municipal office to book an assessment! If you see someone watering outside of their permitted time, please call or email the District Office to report it to the water ambassador. The contact info is 250-342-9281 or environment@invermere.net.
Occupational First Aid Level 1 July 8 Home Alone July 10 Horses as Healers July 14-16 Red Cross Standard First Aid Aug 19 Occupational First Aid Level 1 Aug 21 Transportation Endorsement Aug 22 Red Cross Babysitter Course Aug 21-22
Happy 150 Canada Day! It is such a great time to celebrate our country, our province and our valley. We do it up in style with fireworks and many other activities. We love to show our patronage by flying the red and white flag. Did you know that the Thrift Store has red and white clothing as well as other merchandise? And we don't need to do it just on July 1st. Be proud...wear red and white all week. Happy Birthday Canada. Seniors... Don’t forget Senior’s Only 65+ Day as it is going to be held Wednesday, July 5, 2-4 pm. This will be my last post for Thrifty Reporter. It has been a blast and I wish everyone a Thrifty life.
Changing Times Man with a beard 40 years ago, “Let’s go get some firewood.” Man with a beard today, “Do you know where I can find a gluten-free face mask?”
Rhubarb Season I have fantastic neighbours. And it is rhubarb season. My neighbours like to share (so far). Last week I received a jar of rhubarb sauce (similar to apple sauce). It goes great on ice cream (everything does). I have almost finished the whole jar already. It arrived with a couple muffins. One was called a ‘manly’ muffin and had bacon in the icing. It was very good. On the other side it has been a strawberryrhubarb pie, rhubarb muffins, home-made soups, an awesome lunch visit and more. Life is all about relationships and it is so nice having great relationships with the people all around you.
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It is getting to be hot and dry out there, especially with the little breezes we have been experiencing. The risk of wildfires is increasing dramatically. Please be careful and follow the rules with your campfires. The fine is $1,150 for not conforming. The Wardens will be out through the summer checking on things Your fire cannot exceed 50 cm in width or height. You must have a bucket (8 litres or more) of water or a shovel nearby (both is a good system). Your fire must have a fuel -free guard zone around it. Never leave your fire unattended and do not abandon it when you leave the area. Put it out. Drown it. Thanks for your efforts. Nearly half of all wildfires are caused by humans. We all know better but it still happens. Take care.
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It was That Year (From page 4) In 1974, Richard Nixon resigned as president and was pardoned by Gerald Ford, Rubik’s Cube was invented, the first UPC bar code was scanned and the United States imposed a 55 mph speed limit to reduce fuel consumption.
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Stampede Breakfast Fire’s Up Breakfast & Burgers is hosting their 9th Annual Stampede Breakfast in support of the Radium Hot Springs Volunteer Fire Department. It happens Friday, July 7 from 8 am to 11 am. The cost is by donation. Folks are invited to view the fire truck and the first responder vehicle that will be on sight. Thanks for your support.
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At The Station The Station Neighbourhood Pub will be a busy place during the Canada Day weekend. It is a great place to view the parade so get there early if you are hoping for a patio spot. There will be Arrowhead Brewery products and Taynton Bay Spirits specials all weekend. On Sunday, July 2, the Small Town Dirtbags will be performing live music all evening. They have a great sound
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Try the New Pulled Pork Sandwich and Poutine Blizzard of the month:
926 7th Ave, Invermere (Frater Landing) 250-342-4406 or 1-800-433-3606
TRIPLE TRUFFLE Strawberry watermelon Smoothies!
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June 29-July 5, 2017
Garage Sale
THINKING ABOUT BUYING OR SELLING A PROPERTY?
Head out to Bella Vista Estates for a garage sale running through until July 6. Everything must go! Tools, furniture, antlers, grizzly bear rug, 18’ custom boat cover, mercury props, faux plants, paintings and much more. There are lots of treasures for everyone and no reasonable offer will be refused. Come to 4415 Valley Vista Way, Bella Vista Estates, about 5 minutes south of Fairmont. Go through the gates, take the second left and follow the signs. Give Greg or Heather a call at 250-833-6984.
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Julie St.Amand 250-688-5564
tupperwarebyjulie@gmail.com
Where I Was The photo on page 6 is a pretty easy one to solve. It is from the Canada Day fireworks display a couple of years ago. It is happening Friday night, June 30 at one minute after midnight.
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Stage 2 Water Restrictions The District of Invermere is now on Stage 2 Water Restrictions. You can only water between 4 am and 10 am and between 7 pm and 11 pm. Odd-numbered houses can only water on Mondays and Thursdays and evennumbered homes can water on Tuesdays and Fridays. We can water gardens, etc. with hand-held devices or a hose with a shut-off at any time. The District is offering free water-use assessments in town. Call the office 250-342 -9281 and ask for Andrea for more info.
Tips from the Pro What’s the secret to avoiding 3-putts? That’s an easy one, just putt it twice or less! Really though, this is all in your speed control. For the most part the average golfer is pretty good at getting close on the line of the putt but it is the distance control that is the challenge. Practice putting to a tee or coin from 3 different distances, just focusing on trying to get the ball to stop even with the coin. Use different lengths of backswings to get the ball to travel different distances as opposed to thinking of hitting it harder or softer. Jeremy Johnson, FHSR.
Friday: 9 am-5 pm Saturday: 10 am-3 pm Sunday: On Call AG Valley Foods Big Horn Café Radium Windermere Family Pantry Fairmont Pizza Canal Flats Family Pantry Canal Flats RV Base Camp Coffee Shop Copper Point Resort Skookum Inn
250-341-5185 CUSTOM ORDERS Sponge Toffee, Chocolate-dipped Sponge Toffee, Peanut Brittle, Chocolate-dipped Brownies, Chocolate-dipped Caramels
Skin Care
Give tired, aging skin a youthful glow! 80% of good skin involves correct cleansing, toning and moisturizing.
100% organic.
2 Week Trial kits $24-$30.
Contact: Dorothy Isted 250-342-3826 healthfair@shaw.ca
Downtown Invermere
250-342-9661 Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm
Daily Lunch Specials Now selling locally grown J2 Ranch WAGYU/ANGUS BEEF Inspected/Hormone & Antibiotic Free Halves or quarters available Call for details
KONIG MEAT & SAUSAGE COMPANY
DOUBLE CHEESE/DOUBLE BACON (Mama/Papa/Grandpa) Open Daily 6 am - 8 pm
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
June 29-July 5, 2017
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Chill Out Ice Cream There is a new ice cream place in the valley. ‘Chill Out’ serves up ice cream, frozen yogurt and cold drinks at the crossroads. All nice treats for a hot day in the summer. They will be open at noon daily. Stop in and check it out.
Invermere Seniors Hall Try out the ‘Stretch & Move’ Fitness Class at the Invermere Seniors’ Hall every Thursday at 10:30 am. Or try Carpet Bowling Thursdays at 1:30 pm. Drop-ins are welcome for both events. The cost is only $1.
Learning They say that a good education is important in this world. But I say no way. Just look at Albert Einstein. He dropped out of school and was still the first person to walk on the moon.
Music Workshops Part of the Steamboat Mountain Music Festival is the workshops held on Sunday, July 2 at the Edgewater All-Saints Church beginning at 11 am. This year’s workshops will highlight Blues music and song-writing.
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Health has a qualified Foot Care Nurse on duty every Tuesday and Thursday. Kathleen is very skilled at helping you solve any foot issues. Call her at 250-439-9467 for an appointment.
Long Drive Contest Congratulations to the winners of the Long Drive Contest on the Fairmont Airport Runway last week. Dean Midyette, Wade Logan, Linda Pfeiffer, Laura Riley and Conall Deagon each won in their respective divisions. It was great condition. I gave it a try and was very unimpressive as I am not a very straight ball-hitter. It was a fun challenge though. The event raised $745 for the Fairmont Hot Springs Community Association Trails Project.
Lost and Found The folks at Columbia Valley Trading Company in Frater Landing have found a set of Chrysler keys. Stop in and describe them to claim.
Vacation Bible School It is coming up quickly. Get your kids registered for one of the funnest summer programs in the valley. The cost is only $20 per child for a week of great mornings. It is for ages 5 to 12 years old. The kids will have a great time every morning. Families are invited to a wrap-up barbecue on the Friday afternoon. VBS is happening Monday to Friday, July 10 to 14. It is held at the Lake Windermere Alliance Church.
Great Cleaners Are you in need of a cleaning service in the valley? Paula and Cassandra of Dutch Creek Cleaners do a fantastic job. They did a final deep clean for me when I moved out of my last place. My landlords were very impressed with the job they did. They can schedule regular cleans for your place or can come in for a one-time deep clean. They service the whole Columbia Valley form Canal Flats to Brisco and Panorama. Call 250-945-4494.
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29 Troy Rad, Jacob Krebs, Irene Ogilvie 30 Robert Francoeur 1 Karlee Baes, Erin Elliot, Olga & Ron Ruff anniversary, Alisha & Erik Miller anniversary, Henry & Betty Burgoyne anniversary 2 Krista Zuk 3 Stacey Godlien, Olga Ruff, Tavis O’Rourke 4 Emma Barr, Don Rozell, Joan Galbraith, Joseph & Catrina Trozzo anniversary 5 France Andestad, Denis Zuk, Jenny Divleli Submit your free birthday or anniversary greetings to rob@valleypeak.ca or call 250-341-7243
Fairmont Trading Company
BIG CLEARANCE BLOWOUT SALE! Big Savings on ALL SUMMER STOCK During the month of June Fairmont Plaza, 5019 Fairmont Resort Road Next to ‘From Scratch’ Country Kitchen
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BURGER & GOLF-ONLY $23.95 Daily All Season Long Please call ahead
Rentals, Pull Carts & Power Carts Available-Group Functions
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Hwy 93/95 OPEN at 5 pm Wed. to Sunday
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Thursday Night Jams
Wednesday-Wing Night! Friday-Fish & Chips! Sunday-Breakfast 10am-2pm -Roast Beef 5-10pm See what WE DO at HOODOO!
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June 29-July 5, 2017 Lunch ’til Late Kitchen Open to 10 pm Daily, 11 pm Fri/Sat
Sheberdean & the postmistress
Monday, July 3, 7-9 pm Open mic (marty & larry) Monday, July 10
FREE LISTINGS FOR COMMUNITY EVENTS Columbia Valley Food Bank Hours Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1-2 pm. 3rd Wednesday, 5:30-7 pm. Located in Library Basement. Museum Hours Tuesday 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 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. Carpet Bowling, 1:30 pm, Invermere Seniors Hall. Men’s Golf Night, Windermere Valley, 1:30 pm +. Jiu Jitsu, 7-9 pm, next to Vet, 250-341-7113. Crib, Drop-in, Invermere Legion, 6-10 pm. Texas Hold ’Em Invermere Legion, $35, 6:30 pm. Columbia A.A., Women, Fairmont, Lion’s Den, 7:15 pm, 688–6050. ‘Name That Tune’, Copper City Saloon, 8 pm. Karaoke at the Horsethief Creek Pub, 8 pm. 2nd Thursday of Every Month Invermere Senior’s Lunches, 342-9281 ext 1232. 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. Senior Walking, Radium Community Garden, 11 am. Aqua-Fit, Radium Pools, 11 am. 270-0456. Duplicate Bridge at Invermere Seniors’ Hall 1 pm. Golf Date Night, Mountainside, after 4 pm. Dinner at Invermere Legion at 6:30 pm. Bingo, Shuswap Band Hall, 7 pm. Alcoholics Anonymous at Radium Catholic Church. 8
HAPPY BIRTHDAY CANADA! Have fun with your celebrations this weekend! 6. Albertosaurus
pm. 342-2424. 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 Farmers Market, Invermere, 9 am-1 pm. Lego Club, all ages, Radium Library, 10 am-noon. Storytime, Invermere Library 11 am. 342-6416. Darts, Drop-in, Invermere Legion, 4-6 pm. Climbing Wall, Laird School, 5-8 pm, 250-688-5228. Edgewater-Horsethief Creek Pub shuttle, 6 pm to close. 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. 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 Aqua-Fit, Radium Pools, 10 am. 270-0456. Invermere Seniors’ Carpet Bowling at 1:30 pm. Bereavement Support Group, Hospice Office, 6 pm. Army Cadets, Invermere Legion, 6:15 pm, 688-5266. Duplicate Bridge at Invermere Seniors’ Hall 6:30 pm. Live Music, Horsethief Creek Pub, 7-9 pm. Al-Anon, Inver. Catholic Church, 7:15 pm. 342-8255. Aqua-Fit, Radium Pools, 8 pm. 270-0456. Every Tuesday Pasta Night, Best Western Invermere Inn. Meditation, 6:30 pm, Allison, Mountain Om Yoga & Wellness Studio, by donation. Cubs & Beavers, 6-7 pm, J. A. Laird. 341-3983. 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 Aqua-Fit, Radium Pools, 10 am. 270-0456. Rotary Club of Invermere, Curling Centre, 11:45 am.
Friday, July 7-Devon Coyote Men’s Golf Night, Coys Par 3, 5 pm. Ladies Night, Columbia River Paddle, 6-9 pm. Aqua-Fit, Radium Pools, 8 pm. 270-0456. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 250-342-2424. 1st and 3rd Wednesday Each Month Radium Rotary, Radium Springs Golf Course, 8 am. June 30, Friday Soup & Bun Luncheon, Edgewater Legion, noon. Steamboat Porch Parties, Edgewater. Market on Main, Radium, 4-9 pm. Hamburger Dinner, Invermere Legion, 6:30 pm. ‘Smarty Pants, Music on Main, Radium, 7-9 pm. Fireworks at midnight, near the arena. July 1, Saturday Happy Birthday Canada. 150 years. Pancake Breakfast, Edgewater Legion, 9-11 am. Invermere Parade at 11 am. Steamboat Mountain Music Fest, Edgewater, 11 am. Mountain Mosaic Festivities at Pynelogs, noonish. Fairmont Celebrations, noon-4 pm. Fireworks, Fairmont Resort, 10:30 pm. July 2, Sunday Musician Workshops, Edgewater, 11 am. Beef Dip Luncheon, Edgewater Legion, noon-2 pm. Bake Sale, Edgewater Legion. Small Town Dirtbags, Station Pub, 9 pm. July 3, Monday ‘Sheberdean & the Postmistress’, Horsethief Creek Pub, 7-9 pm. July 6-9, Thursday-Sunday Memorial Motorcycle Rally, Horsethief Hideout. July 7, Friday Stampede Breakfast, Fire’d Up Radium, 8-11 am. ‘Devon Coyote’, Horsethief Creek Pub, 10:30 pm. July 8, Saturday Soiree en Blanc, www.soireeenblanc.ca. July 10, Monday ‘Open Mic’, Horsethief Creek Pub, 7-9 pm. July 15, Saturday BIG Book Sale, Old Invermere Hall, 8:30 am-2:30 pm. 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.
Thanks to everyone involved in our Customer Appreciation Days All the suppliers, all the contractors, the Small Town Dirtbags, the RAD Society, all the customers and all of our great staff. Call 250-342-6226 or 1-877-342-6226
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