Have the Ottawa Senators ever won the Stanley Cup? (Answer on page 7) 250-342-7260 or 250-342-7656 sales@hiheatinsulating.com www.hiheatinsulating.com
May 11-17, 2017 Late Paper Next week I have to go to Cranbrook hospital for a procedure. Mom had colon cancer so I should get the occasional colonoscopy. I also have a training session the next day. That means The Valley Peak will be delivered a day or two late. Sorry about that.
Hoodoo Ladies’ Night
Volume 15 Issue 19 Laird will have you happy and laughing in no time. Forget about all your troubles for an evening and just go out and have a good time and a laugh. Enjoy a great meal (all their food is awesome), a beverage and a fun evening. Tickets are $15 in advance and $18 at the door.
UFC Spectacular
The Hoodoo Lounge and Grill just south of Fairmont is hosting a Ladies’ Night this Friday, May 12. There will be a wine bar, appies, live music with Valley Forged and some nice local vendors. It will be a wonderful evening. They are also hosting a Mother’s Day dinner. It is a very nice place to take your mom. She will enjoy it. Call 250-345-2166 to find out more.
Copper City Saloon at the Best Western Invermere Inn is hosting an evening of UFC this Saturday, May 13 at 8 pm. Enjoy watching two title fights, Miocic vs Dos Santos and Jedrzejczyk vs Andrade. As always it will be a great night with a huge screen plus food and drink specials. Stay later on with tunes from DJ XXII to follow the fight event.
Whatever
The Horsethief Pub & Eatery is hosting YukYuks Live this Saturday, May 13 at 9 pm. Comedians Lisa Baker and Scoot
This Sunday, May 14, take your mom out to Coys Par 3 golf course. They have a great special as moms golf free with purchase of a breakfast buffet or a burger. It is a fantastic chance to try some great food and have fun on a nice little golf course. Your Mom will really enjoy it and so will you.
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GREAT MEALS Check the Deli for soups, sandwiches, hot meals, cold meals, light and easy meals, snacks and more. Let us cook your dinner. Entrees, salads, sides, desserts. We have it all for you. Open 7 am-10 pm daily
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24 Hour emergency service
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Summer Camp for children 5 and up. Field trips, bouncy castle, games, animals, crafting, drama, bikes, etc. www.dragonflydiscoverycentre@gmail.com
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Spring Artisan Market
CLASSIC CAR SHOW 10 am-4 pm Baillie Grohman Ave & Arbuckle St Canal Flats Registration Fee $20 Contact Sjac Pronk 250-919-2104
CANAL FLATS DAYS Saturday, June 3 Pancake Breakfast 8-10 am PARADE 11 am Baseball & Bean Bag Tournament Horse Shoes Beer Garden Live Music with Marty & Eli Beingessner Kids games Concession Stand Raffles Express train Gagne’s Loggers Show 1 & 3 pm Sat. Evening in the Park 6 pm Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner Kids Games & Karaoke FIREWORKS at 11pm Call 250-349-5447 for more info.
Next Saturday, May 20 and Sunday, May 21, there is a ‘Celebration of Artisans & Handmade Crafts’ market at the Invermere Community Hall. It will run from 10 am to 4 pm each day. There will be a huge selection of tables from talented artisans of near and far. Enjoy delicious food, fresh baking and fun shopping. Pick up a unique item and support small businesses. There will be tasty cuisine from chef Steve Root and lots of stuff to check out. Some of the funds raised will go towards support of the Windermere Valley Child Care Society.
Riddliculous What letter-number combination comes next in this series? J31, F28, M31, A30, _ _ _. Answer on page 8.
Long Days
Help Wanted Kitchen & Wait staff. Accommodation available. Luxor Creek Cantina. 250-347-9081 or luxorcreeek@gmail.com.
Wanted Will pay for gently used books, DVDx and CDs. Bishops Book Café. 250-688-0684.
For Rent Versatile, inexpensive, licensed Lounge suitable for up to 120 people. Invermere District Curling Centre. 250-342-3315. _____
Most of us find that the last 8 hours of every work day are incredible painful.
Taynton Bay Spirits The new Taynton Bay Spirits Lounge is open for business. They will be open on this Friday and Saturday as usual but they are also opening up for Mother’s Day this weekend. They will be open Sunday, May 14 from noon to 8 pm. Stop in with Mom and buy her a drink (you are most likely the reason she drinks). The Grand Opening will be next weekend, the May long weekend. From Thursday, May 18 to Sunday, May 21, there will be grand opening specials all day and a chance to win a beautiful gift basket. Taynton Bay produces their own spirits, vodka, gin and tequila plus their own bitters. It is all very smooth and tasty. Stop in below The Station Pub and give it a try.
Spilli Station Café There is a new place to stop and enjoy a fine meal in the valley. The Spilli Station Café is opening its doors on Friday May 12th. Days of operation will be Wednesday to Sunday (inclusive) from 10 am to 7 pm, serving lunch and dinner with some light breakfast options. They are located north of Radium on Highway 95 in Spillimacheen. Enjoy Tex-Mex, Texas BBQ, vegetarian options and much more. Come for the Food, Stay for the View. Call 250-346-3081 for more info. 250-342-3004
Hall rental and catering. Royal Canadian Legion, Invermere. Reasonable rates. 250-688-0640. ______
Hot Tub Rentals, Diamond Heating & Spas, 250-342-7100. _____
Windermere Community Hall. Upgraded. Lots of features. Call 778-526-0092. _____
Bella Vista Hall. Beautiful, private location, full kitchen, fireplace inside and out, deck and games room. 403-861-2309. _____
Hot Tub Rentals. Valley Spas. 250-342-3922.
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. The Valley Peak is a great place to advertise. It is very well-read through the valley and all the ads are affordable. Email rob@valleypeak.ca to learn more about how to make your business grow. www.valleypeak.ca
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www.valleypeak.ca Happy Mother’s Day Sunday, May 14
Open for Mother’s Day Treat Mom to a beverage in our new Spirits Lounge Open noon to 8 pm Located below The Station Pub
ANNUAL ROTARY GARAGE SALE 2 Days! 2 Locations! Friday, May 19, Noon-5 pm Deck Storage, Unit 56, Athalmer Saturday, May 20, 8 am-12:30 pm Invermere Courthouse
Brought to you by the Rotary Club of Invermere
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Local Handmade Art Gallery & Hotshop Open Thursday-Monday 10 am-5 pm (Sunday 10 am-4 pm) 250-342-6816 bavinglass.com
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Robservations Mother’s Day is this Sunday, May 14. It is a great day to really acknowledge Mom. My mother is incredible. She has taught me what is right and what is wrong (I may not always follow her advice) and has always been there for me. She loves me. I am in my mid-fifties and she will still make sure I have a stocking at Christmas and a bit of chocolate at Easter. She always reminds me to wear a coat in cool weather and to drive safely. She loves me. I love how she prepares all my favourite meals when I am visiting. She knows what I love. And she is concerned about my health. She knows that I love sweet things but that I am trying to avoid diabetes so she watches for suitable foods for me. She loves me. I will not get to see Mom or even speak with her this Mother’s Day as she is on a cruise to Alaska with my brother and sister. I feel bad about that. If you have a chance to do something for your Mom at anytime, get your butt in gear and do it. Our moms have done a lot for us.
Summer Camp for children 5 and up. Field trips, bouncy castle, games, animals, crafting, drama, bikes, etc. www.dragonflydiscoverycentre@gmail.com
GARAGE/YARD SALE Fairmont and District Lions Club Saturday, May 20, 9 am-4 pm Fairmont Community Lions Den 5003 Hot Springs Road Many lovely items for sale. If you would like to donate items call 250-341-7150
Copier I have just been accused of being a plagiarist. Those are their words, not mine.
BAVIN GLASSWORKS
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Understanding Your Dreams There is a great workshop about dream understanding this Wednesday, May 10. It is a spiritual workshop with Crisanna McLeod at the College of the Rockies 6-9 pm that evening. “Honouring and understanding our dreams enhances our devotional practices and personal spirituality”. Chrisanna has a formula that has proven successful for many years. Share it with others, including kids. Call 250-342-3210 to register.
UNIQUE MOTHER’S DAY GIFT BASKETS... Available at PIPs Country Store, Valley Foods, Radium & Fairmont Mountainside Markets. Or call for a Custom Creation! CALL JAYNE @ 250-342-3160 www.itsawrapgiftbaskets.ca
Canal Flats Days Saturday, June 3 is a busy day in Canal Flats. It is their day of celebrating the community. There is a pancake breakfast, a parade, ball and bean bag tournaments, horse shoes, beer garden, live music, kids’ games and activities, raffles, a concession, the logging show and more. A classic car rally is also happening this year. Add a spaghetti and meatball dinner, an evening in the park and fireworks at 11 pm for an awesome Saturday. Keep the day clear on your calendar.
Celebrate mornings! $6.99 breakfast special Skookum Inn 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Which space shuttle exploded in 1986? Which Roman emperor had his mother and two wives killed? Which insect body part bears the wings and legs? Which U.S. president ordered the dropping of the first atomic bomb? What type of bird is a gadwall? What does Jack trade away for some magic beans for a beanstalk?
Answers are hidden within ads in this issue. Enjoy your search!
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CRESTEEL RV SERVICE Appliances and Accessories Parts and Repairs Mobile Service Available 250-342-6312 Fairmont Vacation Villas at Mountainside: Is now accepting full-time, part-time and student applications for our
Housekeeping Department We offer year-round employment, competitive wages starting at 15.00 per hour, a generous benefit package and the use of our recreation center and pools to successful applicants. We are also accepting applications for one Van Inventory position wage 15.00-18.00 per hour Depending on experience and suitability. The above positions involve weekend work. For more information on any of the above positions, please contact: Debbie Clark Phone-250-345-6341 ext #22 Fax – 250-345-6299 or Email – debbiec@mountainsidevillas.com
Mountainside Vacation Villas 5247 Fairmont Creek Road Fairmont Hot Springs, BC V0B 1L1
What a great few days I have had. Rob and I joined his buddies on a 5 day camping and fishing adventure back in the mountains. It was an incredible experience for a good old hound dog like myself. We camped at a beautiful lake with lots of squirrels for me to chase. I met a few other dogs and Rob’s buddies were super nice. I love relaxation. We stayed in a nice trailer plus Rob had an amazing bed for me on the fishing boat. We saw some sun, some rain and lots of wind but I was very well-sheltered. It was incredible. Lying on a boat requires a lot of energy so I was pretty tuckered every night. I loved the way the guys would give me priority all weekend. Good food, lots of rubs, some exercise, major comfort and more. All I had to do was look them in the eye once in a while. Easy peasy for me. Love your pets folks and treat them right. It pays off with lots of love.
Sunday 8 am-9:30 pm, Monday-Thursday 9 am-9:30 pm, Friday and Saturday 9 am-10 pm.
Open Friday & Saturday, 12-8 pm Open Mother’s Day Sunday, May 14 Located downstairs at the Station Neighbourhood Pub
GREAT MOTHER’S DAY GIFT IDEAS! Antiques ☺ Rarities Boutique ☺ Vintage Home Décor ☺ Upcycled Junk Jonny & Teresa 778-526-5117 4730 Government St. Windermere
Lambert-Kipp Pharmacy
What Year Was It? Antonio Banderas was born, the Summer Olympics were in Rome, where Cassius Clay won the gold for boxing (he also won his 1st pro fight that year), and The Flinstones and Coronation Street premiered. The Berlin Wall was built, Joanne Woodward became the first star on the ‘Walk of Fame’ and smoking was linked to heart disease. What year was it? See page 9.
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Looking for Aspartame-FREE products?
We have PUR Gum and Mints They are Aspartame-Free and come in many tasty flavours! Phone 250-342-6612 or fax 250-342-6574
Tuppersocks I am not sure how it happens but I believe that every sock that disappears in the dryer reappears as a storage container lid in the cupboard.
Power of Attorney The Better at Home program is offering an information session/workshop for ‘Power of Attorney’. It will be held at the Invermere Legion on Wednesday, May 17 at 2:30 pm. Everyone is invited to attend and learn more about this important topic. Watch for upcoming info sessions.
Mon-Thur 8 am-7:30 pm Friday 8 am-9 pm Saturday 8 am-8 pm Sunday 9 am-6 pm Enjoy our SPORTS LOUNGE or FAMILY DINING AREA Fresh Fruit Breakfasts Call 250-342-8885 ¤ EAT IN OR TAKE OUT
TAYNTON BAY DISTILLERY
OUR GARDEN CENTRE IS READY FOR YOU
Residential Commercial Affordable
SPRING DEEP CLEANING SPECIAL!
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CALLAWAY DEMO DAY
Come and see what’s new!
Saturday, May 13 11 am-3 pm
Summer Hours now in Effect
Player Friendly, Affordable, Walkable!
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May 11-17, 2017
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SPILLI STATION CAFÉ Opening this Friday, May 12 Light Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Tex Mex, Texas BBQ, Vegetarian Options Open Wednesday to Sunday 10 am-7 pm Located in Spillimacheen (North of Radium)
“Come for the Food, Stay for the View!”
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Mother’s Day Event This Sunday, May 14, Shakmans Bar & Lounge presents a Mother’s Day Show featuring ‘Anneda’ and their ‘Compassion Machine’ summer tour. Anneda is a talented, ‘celestial’ duo that performs blues, jazz, rock and roll and folk music in a combination of cover tunes and original songs. They are mesmerizing and can win over any size crowd. This is a free show with $4 glasses of wine to help celebrate Mother’s Day. It will be a great event.
OPEN 5 pm 7 Days/week 250-347-9548
May Special Stop in any Wednesday in May (and April 26) with this ad and receive 30% off all Hungarian Entrees! Turn up behind the Radium Woodcarver and follow to the top to find us.
Relationships “Why don’t you slip into something more comfortable?” asked my wife. Apparently she was referring to a coma.
Farmer, The Band This coming Monday, May 15, ‘Farmer, The Band’ is playing live at the Horsethief Creek Pub & Eatery. They will be performing from 7 pm to 9 pm. The following Monday brings ‘The Pickups’ to the pub. Enjoy live music every Monday at the Horsethief. There is always incredible talent.
The Thrifty Reporter A couple of weeks ago I expressed thanks to people who donate their “no longer needed” items to the Invermere Thrift Store. The week before, the thanks went to the volunteers who stock and run the store. This week I would like to express many thanks to all the visitors that come to spend time in our beautiful valley and for shopping in our lovely store. The store is open for 65+ senior shoppers the first Wednesday of each month 2-4 pm and regular hours are Thursday-Saturday 10 am-4 pm. The volunteers look forward to your visit.
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
WATSON THE HOUND DOG
PASTORS: Lead: Trevor Hagan Associate: Matt Moore
Sunday, May 14, 10:30 am
MOTHER’S DAY-Guest Speaker Lisa Rohrick-International Worker to Niamey, West Africa “K.I.D.S.” Church available during the Morning Service (age 3 to grade 7)
UPCOMING EVENTS Friday, May 12, 6:30 pm ROAST BEEF DINNER Power of Attorney Info Session May 17, 2:30 pm Texas Hold-Em, Thursdays at 6:30 pm 250-342-9517
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION Branch 71, Invermere
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Kidz Camp
EvErYtHiNg YoU nEeD tO hOsT a PaRtY! TENTS – CHAIRS – TABLES LINEN – CHINA – DANCE FLOOR
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Get registered now for the Vacation Bible School Kidz Camp at the Lake Windermere Alliance Church. I promise you that your kids will have a fantastic time. It runs from Monday, July 10 to Friday, July 14 from 9 am to noon each day. The theme is ‘Kids Maker Fun Factory’ and involves team-building, games, songs and yummy treats. Kids will learn that they were made with a purpose and that there are signs of God all around us. It is a super fun adventure. The cost is only $20/child ($10 if part of Sonshine Child Care) and $50/family of kids. Please register at LakeWindermereAlliance.org.
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Scoring An Olympic gymnast walks into a bar. They deduct 2 full points and she loses her chance for a medal.
Inside ICAN Jem, reporting for ICAN Rescue and Adoption Facility. As part of the Kitten Crusade Program, ICAN will take all of your unwanted or happily found kittens, spay/ neuter them and adopt them into loving homes. They’ll also spay your momma cat so you never have to worry about finding homes for her kittens again! This Mother’s Day please consider donating on behalf of mom and support ICAN Kitten Crusade program. If you wish to donate, please go to our website www.icanbc.com and click the big Donate heart. This is the quickest and safest place to donate to the cause. Call ICAN for more details. 250-341-7888.
3. Thorax
Luxor Creek Cantina
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
Hwy 93/95
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OPEN AT 5 pm
TEAMS WELCOME
The valley’s ‘Best Value Restaurant’ is located at Spur Valley Greens Golf Course in Spur Valley, north of Radium. The Luxor Creek Restaurant & Cantina. They always have a daily lunch special under $12. They specialize in Mexican and North American cuisine, offering a nice variety of menu items. If you are looking for employment for the summer, the restaurant is hiring and there are accommodations available if needed. Call 250-347-9081.
Mother’s Day Brunch The Grill at Windermere Valley Golf Course is hosting a Mother’s Day brunch this Sunday, May 14. Brunch runs from 9 am to 1 pm. Enjoy.
Sheblime Roofing Asphalt Shingles Repairs-Replacement-New Insured and WCB Free Estimates
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CRESTEEL HVAC (’81) LIMITED
MOTHER’S DAY DINNER 3-Course Meal Beverage Feature Reservations Recommended Sunday, May 14
Aaron Sherban
WHERE WAS I?
Answer on page 10
Can you guess where this photo was taken?
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Kids’ Summer Camp
YUKYUKS ON TOUR HORSETHIEF CREEK PUB SATURDAY, MAY 13
Dragonfly Discovery Centre in Radium will be running summer camp programs for kids 5 and up all season. Kids will enjoy field trips, games, animals, crafting, drama, bikes, a bouncy castle and much more. They will enjoy interacting with each other and developing social skills. Please email .dragonflydiscoverycentre@gmail.com.
Canadian Sports Trivia Answer The Ottawa Senators are one of the founders of the NHL and won the Stanley Cup 11 times before moving to St. Louis to become the Eagles.
Lazy People Facts Fact # 3296745018: You were too lazy to read that whole number.
Build a Float 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
OPEN Monday to Saturday 8:30 am to 5:30 pm ►CUSTOM EXHAUST SYSTEMS ►WINDSHIELD REPLACEMENT ►TIRE SERVICES ►Brakes, mufflers, suspensions, air conditioning,
propane conversion, fuel injection and more!
250-342-9424 or walkersrepair@cyberlink.bc.ca
This is just your weekly reminder of the Canada Day Parade coming up this summer. It is Canada’s 150th birthday so it would be nice to have an awesome parade. A perfect chance to showcase your business or organization while contributing to the community. Just saying. So get planning your float folks.
LET US PROMO YOUR LOGO! Stop in and check out our many promotional items to help you get your name out there! PROUDLY PRINTING THE VALLEY PEAK
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CORE Hunter Intro to Quickbooks Social Media Trends for Business Red Cross Emergency 1st Aid OneNote Red Cross Babysitter Outlook Tips & Tricks Living Foods Workshop Reiki Level 2 Certification
May 12-14 May 15-17 May 17 May 27 June 1 June 2-3 June 6 June 9-10 June 9-11
Ants I have always had a problem with ants at my house. The huge ‘carpenter’ ants that love to do some damage. I usually buy a few ant traps but they have never been effective. Last year I decided to give Invermere Pest Control a shot at it. More than a year later I still have no ants. I am very impressed. They will be definitely stopping in at my new place (I’m moving). Try calling our local Invermere Pest Control at 250-688-1235.
GRAND OPENING MAY LONG WEEKEND Thursday, May 18, 4-8 pm Friday, Saturday, Noon-10 pm Sunday, Noon-8 pm GRAND OPENING SPECIALS A Chance to Win a Gift Basket
BE A-MAZE-D EVERY DAY
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Classic Car Show Canal Flats Days is coming up on Saturday, June 3. Added to the day this year is a ‘Classic Car Show’ running from 10 am to 4 pm. There will be lots of amazing vehicles on display there. The registration fee is $20. Please contact Sjac Pronk to register or to find out more.
Gel & Pedicures
Judy 250-341-5245 Days, Evenings and Weekends
Riddliculous Answer (From page 2) M31 is the next combination representing May having 31 days after January, February, March and April having 31, 28, 31 and 30 respectively.
Create a Clinic
BOAT & RV DETAILING SPECIALISTS DEAN HUBMAN 1346 Industrial Rd #3, Bay #3, Invermere, BC
You are invited to create your own personal golf clinic at Fairmont Riverside. Develop the skill of your choice in an adult or junior clinic or try a Ladies’ or Couples’ night including a 1 hour clinic, 9 holes of golf with power cart and a dinner voucher. Check the ad on page 6 for more information and book your clinic now.
Judgement What do you call a lawyer with an IQ well below 60? Your Honour.
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Rotary Garage Sale 4. Truman
YOU are Invited! Children welcome also! Enjoy FREE muffins, coffee, tea and good company with other community members. Last Tuesday of each month 10 am to noon Women’s Centre Frater Landing 926 7th Ave, Invermere
250-342-9933
The Rotary Club of Invermere is hosting their annual 2-day, 2-location garage sale during the May long weekend. Next Friday, May 19 from noon to 5 pm it will be at Deck Storage (Unit 56) in Athalmer. Then on Saturday, May 20, from 8 am to 12:30 pm they will be located beside the Invermere Courthouse. This is a huge garage sale with an incredible amount of stuff. I go every year just to check it out and always end up taking something away from it. Stop in and do some shopping while supporting the Rotary Club. See you there.
It’s All Connected
SUMMER PROJECTS
It is crazy how our body works. Everything is so connected and related to each other. Of course the organs and systems all interact but there is so much more. Our hearts and our brains can have very serious effects on our bodies. When we are sad or stressed, it can take a huge toll on our bodies. We lose our appetites and our energy as our brains wrestle us to the ground. Take care of your happiness and that will help with your health.
Siding, Soffit, Fascia, Gutters, Renovations, Decks, Doors, Windows, New Roofs & Repairs FREE ESTIMATES armorroofing.ca TOLL FREE 1-877-426-7750 Your Complete Housing Exterior Specialist! Open Monday-Friday, 7 am - 4 pm. Saturday 8 am - 4 pm. Sunday 9 am - 4 pm.
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Try the New Pulled Pork Sandwich and Poutine Guardian’s mix blizzards with Chocolate chunks, caramel, brookies. Strawberry watermelon Smoothies!
DAILY LUNCH SPECIALS Grilled Reuben/Soup-Mondays Baby Back Ribs/Baked Beans/Soup-Tues Prime Rib/Yorkies-Thursday Wed/Fri.- Changes each week
May 11-17, 2017
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Classically Entertaining
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY! HOME HEALTH CARE
Suffering from a recent injury? We have a wide selection of athletic braces for knee and ankle injuries, skiers thumb, tennis elbow, plantar fasciitis, low back pain, and much more. Come see our experienced brace fitter. Open Monday to Friday, 9 am-5 pm In the basement of Chisel Peak Medical Centre 250-342-1242
The classical trio, ‘La Cafamore’ will be performing a very entertaining concert on Saturday, May 20, 7:30 pm at Christ Church Trinity. The show will be based on classical composers ‘Guys named Franz’ featuring the works of Schubert, Haydn and Liszt. Angela Snyder (violin), Alexis More (viola) and Carolyn Cameron (piano) shall fill the room and our hearts with an incredible musical adventure. I attended their show last year and it was an extraordinary experience. Tickets are only $15 ($12 for seniors and students, free for under 12 years) at ‘Avenue’ downtown or at the door.
It Was That Year (From page 4) In 1960, a house was worth $12,700 and a car was $2,600. Aluminum cans, birth control pills and answering machines were used for the first time and the Dallas Cowboys joined the NFL.
Champion I am no expert on biking but to me it seems like you have a good chance of winning the Tour de France if you show up in a yellow shirt.
Open
Fairmont Garage Sale
Monday Noon-5pm Tue-Sat. 10am-5pm
The Fairmont and District Lions Club are holding a garage/yard sale next Saturday, May 20 from 9 am to 4 pm at the Fairmont Community Lions Den. Last year’s event went great and lots of folks found some wonderful items so they decided to do a repeat this year. They are accepting donations of your slightly used treasures. They can pick anything up. Give the Lions a call at 250-341-7150.
Seasonal Décor-Everything You Need Gift Wrap & Bags, Giftware & Toys Party Supplies & Helium Balloons Art & Craft Supplies, Books for All Ages Household & Winter Items & Much More! Across from the Invermere Post office
UFC 211 Sat May 13 @ 8PM. DJ XXII to follow HUGE screen with food & drink specials !
Invermere Legion This Friday, May 12 the Invermere Legion is having roast beef for the meal. It will come with side dishes, dessert and coffee or tea for only $17.50. That is a great deal for an all inclusive dinner. Win a prize draw while you are there.
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MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH ‘The Grill’ at Windermere Valley Sunday, May 14, 9 am-1 pm Reservations Suggested
Fifty Shades of Darker Hey ladies, check out Shakmans Bar & Lounge next Sunday, May 21 as they present ‘Playboyz, Fifty Shades of Darker’ live for your enjoyment. It is part of the ‘Magic Mike’ tours. These gentlemen love to dance and entertain the girls. www.magicmikeplayboyz.eventbrite.ca.
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Custom Gift Baskets A nice gift idea for Mother’s Day is a custom made gift basket from It’s a Wrap! Jayne (250-342-3160) can build up something very beautiful especially for you or you can pick one up at AG Valley Foods, PIPs or Mountainside Markets in Radium and Fairmont.
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The photo on page 6 shows a wonderful group of volunteers. It was Easter Saturday and they hid Easter eggs all around the Kinsmen Beach area for the hunt. More than 200 children benefitted from their efforts. Thanks folks.
Cats & Dogs What’s the difference? Dogs have masters while cats have staff.
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What do I do from a fairway sand trap? The pros on TV make hitting from fairway traps look so easy, and it can be if you follow these steps. You must assess the lip in front, always take one more lofted club than you think to get the ball high enough to clear the lip. Do not over do it on digging your feet in, just push down with the inside of your feet for stability. Finally, make sure the ball is slightly farther back in your stance so you make contact with the ball first and pick it clean out of the trap. Jeremy Johnson, FHSR Learning Centre
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Mowing the Lawn It is that time of year. I really love to see a freshly mowed lawn out there. It looks pretty nice. But I have a tough time bringing myself to spend the time doing it. I have a huge lawn and a small mower so it is quite the job. I have too many other things that I prefer to do. When I do the job, the lawn looks great… for about 12 hours. Then it starts down the unkempt trail. By the next day it looks okay but in two days it is awful again. I just watched the District of Invermere guy mowing the area along the road across the street. He has this awesome big riding mower. I really wanted to run over and beg him to do my yard. I wish. I just have to look at it as good exercise. The good looking lawn is not that important to me but burning a few calories certainly is. Save some dandelions for the bees.
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Laying Sod It is the time of year to get that fresh sod laid down for your lawn. RONA has the sod for you. They are carrying Manderly Turf Products including their new Premium Sod. It is Canada’s first qualified drought tolerant sod. It uses less water, saving time money and of course, water. Get your order in today at 250-342-6226.
Rustic Hardware Tex at High Country Antiques & Collectables has brought in a wonderful assortment of rustic and funky hardware. This includes all kinds of knobs, hinges and handles as well as door knockers and more cool stuff. He is also designing and building rustic birdhouses. They are very cute and the birds love them. High Country Antiques is a wonderful place to visit. There are a lot of great items in stock, many of which I haven’t seen since my youth. You have to check it out. High Country is located downstairs in the Bavin Glass/Kootenay Coffee Works building up near Canadian Tire.
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Feathered Friends I am not an official ‘birder’ but I do love watching birds. Yesterday I watched a Great Blue Heron down at Dorothy Lake. There were several other waterfowl around doing their thing. As I write this there is a Pileated Woodpecker hanging on the suet cage in front of my window. He is hanging kind of upside down so all the suet that falls out lands on his belly. Every few seconds he will just eat off his belly. It is something to see.
Money-Saving Insulation Purchasing a hot tub can be very overwhelming as every manufacturer will say theirs is built best. Valley Spas is proud to carry the #1 selling brand in Canada, the one and only ARCTIC SPA, built in Canada....engineered for the worlds harshest climates. What makes Arctic’s unique method of construction a huge benefit is that they insulate the exterior walls, floors and top of the spa, trapping in all the ambient heat from the pumps...thus the heater kicks in
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less, saving you money. With insulating in this manner, easy access to repairs is also obtained. Stop by the Valley Spas showroom or visit their website for a demonstration.
Depression What is one of the easiest ways to improve your mood? Just get up and do something. Statistics are showing that technology is a huge contributor to depression. Television is the worst. It is designed to make you feel bad about yourself to help sell the products on the commercials. The ‘unreal’ reality shows where everyone is rich and beautiful. The talk shows that tell how our spouse ‘should’ be acting. The news that is full of violence and destruction. At least watch a comedy show that makes you laugh. We are much better off to just go outside and sit in a chair and relax and watch the world around us.
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11 Salvador Dali, Phil Silvers 12 Tony Hawk, Stephen Baldwin 13 Stevie Wonder, Peter Gabriel 14 George Lucas, Cate Blanchett 15 Brian Eno 16 Janet Jackson, Henry Fonda 17 Ayatollah Khomeini, Enya Local Celebrities
11 Kathy & Dennis Dortch anniversary 12 Ashley Hogan, Gene Matsalla, Rick Ede, Lisa Tristram 13 Adrian MacKay, Trish Raven, Don Mahovlic, Dale Nicholson 14 Florence Raven, Tach Babin, Donald Morgan, Tristan Morgan, Kay Caspelle 15 Logan Powell 16 Sandy MacPherson, Laura Lindsay 17 Glenn Pomeroy, Wendy Kinsey, Kinley Tagg Submit your free birthday or anniversary greetings to rob@valleypeak.ca or call 250-341-7243
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May 11-17, 2017 Lunch ’til Late Kitchen Open to 10 pm Daily, 11 pm Fri/Sat
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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. 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. Storytime at Invermere Library 10:30 am. 342-6416. Cribbage, Invermere Seniors Hall, 1 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 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 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. Caesar Sunday at The Station Neighbourhood Pub. 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, 10 am, Columbia Gardens. 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. 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.
YUKYUKS-Saturday, May 13 Duplicate Bridge at Invermere Seniors’ Hall 1 pm. Trivia Night, Station Pub, 7 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. May 10, Wednesday Understanding Your Dreams, COTR, 6-9 pm. May 11, Thursday TaylorMade Demo, Windermere Golf. 11 am-3 pm. May 12, Friday Spilli Station Café opening, 10 am-7 pm. Roast Beef Dinner, Invermere Legion, 6:30 pm. Ladies’ Night, Hoodoo Grill. May 13, Saturday Callaway Demo. Windermere Golf, 11 am-3 pm. UFC Night, Copper City Saloon, 8 pm. Yukyuks on Tour, Horsethief Creek Pub, 9 pm. May 14, Sunday Mother’s Day Free golf for Mom at Coys Par 3. Brunch, Windermere Valley Golf Course, 9 am-1 pm. Dinner at the Hoodoo Grill ‘Anneda’ live, Shakmans, 8 pm, no cover. May 15, Monday Farmer ‘The Band’, Horsethief Creek Pub, 7-9 pm. May 17, Wednesday ‘Power of Attorney’, Invermere Legion, 2:30 pm. May 18-21, Thursday-Sunday Taynton Bay grand opening. May 19, Friday Rotary Garage Sale, Deck Storage, Athalmer, 12-5 pm. May 20, Saturday Rotary Garage Sale, courthouse, 8 am-12:30 pm. Fairmont Lions Garage Sale, Lions Den, 8 am-4 pm. Artisan Market, Invermere Hall, 10 am-4 pm. La Cafamore, Christ Church Trinity, 7:30 pm. May 21, Sunday Artisan Market, Invermere Hall, 10 am-4 pm. Magic Mike Playboyz, Shakmans Lounge. May 28, Sunday Snively Fire Fundraiser, Horsethief Creek Pub, 4 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.
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