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October 5-11, 2017 Feed the Valley The Rocky River Grill is again hosting their annual ‘Feed the Valley’ event this Monday, October 9, from 2 to 8 pm. It is fantastic Thanksgiving Feast including turkey, veggies, smashed potatoes, dressing and all the other trimmings that go with it, including dessert. Everyone is invited to attend and it is a free event. This gets a great dinner for all of us who don’t have time or money to afford our own. It is good. It is a Food Bank fundraiser though, so if you can afford it, please bring nonperishable food items or cash to donate to the Food Bank. That will help so many folks in the valley through the next few months. Thanks.
Volume 15 Issue 40 It is a timeless, classic, family movie that has always received great reviews. It is showing at the Lake Windermere Alliance Church on Friday, October 13 at 7 pm. Admission is by donation as a fundraiser for a mission group to travel to Mexico to help build a family home.
Bowling Leagues The Valley Alley is gearing up for the fall and winter bowling season. They are still looking for teams for the Tuesday and Wednesday mixed leagues. They also have room for individuals in all the leagues. Joining a bowling league is a great way to meet people while having lots of fun. It gets you out of the house every week for a fun, social experience. Give them a call at 250342-2695 for more information.
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I really sucked at math in school. My three most dreaded words were ‘pop quiz’.
This Saturday, October 7, get down to the Copper City Saloon at the Invermere Inn for anther UFC Fight Night. Who will be the world flyweight champion? Find out this weekend. The fights begin at 7 pm. The place fills up pretty quickly on fight nights so make sure you are in time to get a seat.
Family Movie Event Check out ‘Pollyanna’. It is a 1960 Disney movie about a young girl who is an amazing optimist. The term ‘pollyanna’ is an excessively optimistic person.
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The 46 Annual Fireman’s Ball Fundraiser is coming up on Saturday, October 28 at the Invermere Community Hall. This is a really fun night for everyone. It includes a fantastic dinner, silent auction, door prizes, balloon popping prizes and more. It is always nice to see the fire fighters dressed up and most of the attendees do a great job as well. It is one of the highlight events of the year. Last year sold out quickly so get your tickets right away. Tickets are $40 from any of the Invermere Fire/Rescue members, at Konig Meat & Sausage Company, at Invermere PetroCan or at the Fire Hall.
Grab your friends or coworkers Lots of fun. Great prizes from local businesses!
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Help Wanted RONA is hiring for yard and store positions. Apply at the store.
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Camels are very tall, strong animals that can travel long distances without much water. They are used for transportation in some of the more arid areas of the world. What is the best way to get down from a camel? See page 8.
Get Rested I really need a good night’s sleep. I have a long day of work tomorrow and for the next forty years.
Invermere Seniors' News There will be a soup and sandwich lunch on Tuesday, October 17 at noon. This event is free to members, but we are encouraging members to bring a friend for $2. So if you want a good lunch, find a member and please sign up at the Hall. Also planned is the Seniors' Health Fair on October 26 at 1:30 pm. So far, there are over 24 vendors/exhibitors signed up. Since this Health Fair is at the new Columbia Community Centre, there is room for more. If you offer a service to Seniors and want to participate, please send an email to donahue43@gmail.com. This Health Fair will be free to vendors and all those who attend. Don't forget the new Crib night...Thursdays 6:30 pm.
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Happy Thanksgiving. I wish you all warm thoughts of the many things to be thankful for. I have tried to list some of my thanks through the paper but there are far too many to include them all. This weekend is when people try to be more conscious of what they are thankful for. We all have a lot of blessings but we often tend to lose sight of them. Sometimes we focus on how our neighbours have more. The problem with comparing to others is that we can always find someone with more or better stuff. Instead, celebrate what you do have. And share it with those who have less. A great way to realize your blessings is to help someone else. And then, to turn every day into ‘Thanksgiving’ day. To wake every day and actually see some of the great things around us. To celebrate our life each day. Do you wake up and say, “Good morning, God,” or do you wake up and say, “Good God, morning.”?
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Live at the Horse This coming Monday, October 9, check out ‘The Raven & the Fox’ playing live at the Horsethief Creek Pub in Radium from 7 pm to 9 pm. The following Monday, October 16 brings ‘Open Mic’ night with Marty and Larry. Lots of great entertainment at the Horsethief Creek Pub. Watch for ‘Yukyuk’s on Tour’ later this month. The Station Neighbourhood Pub is planning on the return of Wednesday Night Trivia on October 18 (two weeks from now). Teams of up to six players are invited to come and test their trivia knowledge. It is tremendously tense as teams try to answer every question. This year’s entry will be $3, of which one dollar will go towards an accumulative jackpot. There will be lots of sponsors and prizes.
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FIREMAN’S BALL Fundraiser Saturday, October 28 Invermere Community Hall Refreshments 6 pm Dinner 7 pm Dance 9 pm-1 am Door Prizes Balloon Pop Prizes Silent Auction Tickets $40 from any Invermere Fire/Rescue member, Petro-Can, the Fire Hall or Konig Meat & Sausage Co.
A couple weeks back I was wagging on about how you humans should be living more like us dogs. You know, love, healthy eating, stretching, drink water, blah, blah. Well I want to add a couple more wonderful ways that I like to live my life. I like to play. With a person, another dog or a cat, it doesn’t matter. Having fun is fun and when I am playing, I like to go all out. My day is much better with some fun in it. Which is why I also like to rest. If I am out there running around, I am pretty happy to hit the dog bed for a solid nap. Rest is important so make sure you get enough. But most importantly, I look forward to every moment. I think that every time Rob stands up, something good is going to happen so I follow him to make sure. Definitely, every time we head out that door, something good is going to happen. A walk, a ride, a visit, a bathroom break, it’s all good. I can’t wait to see what is coming next. Wouldn’t that be a great way for everyone to live? Just looking forward to the next moment, no matter what it may bring.
What Year Was It? The St. Lawrence Seaway opened, the first McDonalds opened, Disneyland in California opened and the first Guinness Book of World Records was published. ‘In God We Trust’ was added to U.S. currency, the Henri Richard riot happened in Montreal, the Mickey Mouse Club and Gunsmoke debuted on TV and James Dean died in a car accident. What year was it? See page 9.
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Scholarships for College/University Students pursuing careers in the Health Related Fields The Invermere Health Care Auxiliary, at discretion, will be awarding a scholarship in the amount of $1,500 to a student entering a second or subsequent year of a Health Program at a recognized post-secondary institution. Preference will be given to students who have attended David Thompson Secondary School, Invermere, B.C. and have been Junior Volunteers at the Invermere & District Hospital, Columbia House or other health related fields. Applications received until October 31. Contact Samantha Monfee 250-342-3178 Or Paige Ukass 250-342-0088.
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The Recreational ADaptive (RAD) Equipment Society is holding a charity golf tournament (The Ugly Pants Classic) at ‘The Ridge’ at Copper Point on Saturday, October 14. The RAD Society purchases recreational equipment for persons with disabilities such as sit skis, beach wheelchairs, trailriders, mountain trikes, wheelchair standup paddleboards and more. It allows persons with disabilities to enjoy some great experiences independently. The tournament costs $100 and includes golf, power cart, driving range, tee prizes, dinner and a chance to win prizes. Go to www.radsociety.ca or call Tanelle at 1-778 -678-5568 or register at Copper Point at 250-341-3392. Hole sponsors are also invited to call. Well I am set up financially for the rest of my life. That is provided that I pass away by the end of this month.
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Congratulations if you have had success with your hunting adventures this season. It is nice to get some food in the freezer. If you are looking for some help with butchering, processing and packaging, stop in at Konig Meat & Sausage Company in downtown Invermere. Give them a call at 250342-9661.
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‘GALATIANS-Justified?’ Pastor Trevor Hagan ministering “K.I.D.S.” Church available during the Morning Service (age 3 to grade 7)
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UPCOMING EVENTS Friday, October 6, 6:30 pm TURKEY DINNER Cribbage, Thursdays, 6:30 pm. Darts, Saturdays, 4 pm. Texas Hold-Em, Thursdays at 6:30 pm 250-342-9517
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Intro to Moccasin Making Oct 5 Canadian Firearms Safety Oct 13 Home Alone Oct 13 Fall Pruning for Ornamental Trees & Shrubs Oct 14 OFA 1 Oct 14 Transportation Endorsement Oct 15 Manicure & Pedicure Certification Course Oct 17 Windows 10 Oct 18 Kids Pro D Play Day Oct 20
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Link to Rink Golf and curling pretty much go hand in hand. Their seasons are opposites allowing participation in both sports during the year. The ‘Link to Rink’ tournament brings the two sports together for a really fun weekend. Entrants play a couple quick curling games Friday night and another Saturday morning. Then they are off for some golf at Windermere Valley Golf Course with a best shot scramble format. The event finishes with a dinner from Annie’s Grill and a quick prize award ceremony. Everyone is left with an open Sunday to do with what they wish. This year’s fun is on Friday and Saturday, October 13 and 14. If you are interested, give Vic a call at 250-341-8100 or email invermerecurling@shaw.ca.
Misunderstanding I was at the till at the liquor store when the cashier said, “Strip down, facing me please!” I had my pants off before I realized she was talking about my debit card.
Inside ICAN Teego, reporting for ICAN Rescue and Adoption Facility. Our wonderful friends at Kimberley Kritters Pet Boutique will be donating $1 to ICAN for every bag of pet food sold at their store for the month of October! Please pop in and support a great company while supporting a great cause. In other news…kittens, we still have so many kittens! In fact we have lowered our adoption fees for kittens to $75 for one, or $100 for two for a while longer as we still have so many yet to find their forever home. Remember all kittens come spayed or neutered and are up to date with vaccines and deworming! To learn more visit our Facebook page or call 250-341-7888.
Groundswell Presentation Join Groundswell at their public presentation ‘Good Greenhouse Effect’ this Thursday, at 6:30 pm at the Allium Café at Pynelogs. Everyone is invited to attend as they give an overview of ten years of successes of the society. They focus on the ‘Big Five’, Food, Energy, Water, Waste and Climate. It will be an interesting evening.
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UGLY PANTS CLASSIC Charity Golf Tournament The Ridge at Copper Point Saturday, October 14, 1 pm Entry $100 Includes golf, power cart, driving range, tee gift, dinner, prizes. Register at www.radsociety.ca or call 778-678-5568 or 250-341-3392 The RAD Recreation Adapti ve Society gives individuals with short -term and per manent mobility issue s who live in or are visiting BC the ability to rent adaptive equipment so that you can s ki, snowboard, paddle -board, bike, wake -surf, and hi ke
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Can you guess where this photo was taken?
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Poutine Palooza Only one week left until the Poutine Palooza. Enjoy tasting delicious gooeyness from various participating restaurants from October 15 to October 21 and rating the quality of the poutine. Plan on attending the Palooza party on October 21 at the Community Hall for more samples, official judging and a great time. Watch next week for a list of participating restaurants.
Canadian Sports Trivia Answer Steve Nash won back-to-back MVP titles in the National Basketball League while playing for the Phoenix Suns in 2005 and 2006. He is the only Canadian to accomplish this feat.
New Sound I wish my car horn sounded like gun shots. Then people would get out of my way.
Two Years Ago I will try to reprint this article every year. It definitely brings back a few memories. ‘Welcome Watson’ Basically, The Valley Peak is all about informing you about things happening in the valley. Especially the good things. But it is also full of personal thoughts and information from my own little life. So welcome to Watson, my new furry friend. Watson is an 8 year-old Basset hound that was surrendered to a shelter in Creston by a loving family who came across very hard times. They lost their house and had to go to an apartment. Watson has taken a few days to settle in to his new digs but he is cheerfully relaxing as I write this. He shall become a regular columnist for The Valley Peak beginning next week.
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The Columbia Valley Rockies took 3 of 4 points on the weekend, tying in Creston and defeating the Spokane Braves here in overtime. This coming weekend sees them travelling to Fernie on Friday before hosting the Creston Valley Thunder Cats on Saturday, October 7. Game time is 7:30 pm at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena. Fan support was outstanding again this past weekend. It is great to see so much interest in the community. Get out there with your family and friends and enjoy an exciting evening of junior hockey.
Riddliculous Answer (From page 2) It is a pretty cheesy riddle. You will never be able to get down from a camel. Down comes from ducks.
New Pet I brought home a new dog, Princess. It turns out that my wife is allergic to it so I am going to have to re-home her. She is a 68 year-old woman who cooks well and keeps a clean home.
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Utility Bills The District of Invermere has mailed out their utility bills to residents. They must be paid by October 31. Remember that you can take advantage of their Dual Flush Toilet Rebate Program. Or supplement your watering with rain barrels. You can also meet with their new Water Smart Ambassador who can assess your outdoor watering system. Email water.smart@invermere.net for more information.
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Coys Par 3 Golf Coys does it differently. The clubhouse will be open through the Thanksgiving weekend with full services (they have really amazing food there, just ask anyone from Columere Park). I have had many meals there this year. The clubhouse will be closed after the weekend (Tuesday) but the course is still open. They will have an honour box set out for green fees and the pins will be in place so we can still enjoy their incredibly fun and challenging course. Coys is located just south of Fairmont and the Hoodoos at Dutch Creek.
Thanks For the clear night skies that show us millions of stars.
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Party in Pink Come out and groove for the cure with Zumba instructors from around the valley. The cost is $10 which will be donated to the Zumba Global Research Grant for Breast Cancer Prevention. The 4th Annual Party in Pink Zumbathon Charity Event will be held at the Invermere Community Centre on Friday, October 13 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Continue the legacy of Sheila Tutty, the original organizer of this event.
It Was That Year (From page 4) In 1955, a house cost $10,950, a car was $1,900, the average annual income was $4,130 and minimum wage reached $1/hr. Lego, Velcro and Scrabble were released to the public and both Steve Jobs and Bill Gates were born.
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I was lucky enough to attend the ‘Soup and Bun’ luncheon in Edgewater last Friday. The seniors host it at the Legion. It was delicious. A bowl of homemade soup (2 choices), a fresh homemade bun or biscuit (I loved the cornbread), juice, coffee or tea, and a huge selection of delicious homemade desserts. All for only $6 on the last Friday of every month. The Edgewater Seniors donated $4,000 towards the improvements at Frank’s Rink this year. Thanks to all the volunteers and to the folks who come out and enjoy the lunches.
Costume Ideas and More Halloween is here pretty soon. Coming up with a costume can be tricky for all ages. Check out ‘Treasures in the Wind’ on Government St. in Windermere. They have a bunch of Halloween costumes, decorations and accessories. You will see lots of other great things while you are there.
Sing & Celebrate This Sunday, October 8, join the folks at the Lake Windermere Alliance Church for ‘Sing & Celebrate’. They get together at 7 pm to sing a few classic hymns and enjoy some great desserts prepared by the ladies.
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Utility Billing The Fall Utility Bills have been mailed out and are due October 31st. To reduce your consumption for future billings consider reducing your watering schedule and supplementing your water source with rain barrels. Repair or replace leaky fixtures right away and take advantage of our Dual Flush Toilet Rebate Program. If you have any questions or would like more details, please visit the Municipal Office or the website at www.invermere.net.
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The restaurant located in the Pynelogs Cultural Centre will be remaining open for the fall and winter seasons this year. Café Allium will be serving lunch and dinner from Wednesday to Sunday every week. They are celebrating a ‘Pilgrim’s Thanksgiving’ this weekend and are planning a music night with ‘Wandering Sound’ on Friday, October 13. Stop in and check them out.
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Where I Was The photo on page 6 shows me beside my truck at McNair Lakes as a Fire Warden. It was an extremely long summer. Thanks to everyone who respected the fire bans and area closures.
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What did Batman say to Robin just before they got into the Batmobile? “Robin, get into the Batmobile.”
Awesome Website If you are away from the valley or if you can’t find a paper copy of The Valley Peak, just go to the website, www.valleypeak.ca. You will find the current and past issues posted there as well as information regarding ad costs and more. Thanks to Eggplant Studios for building and managing it for me. Keep in touch with the valley when you are abroad. And I should say ‘Hi’ to all my faithful online readers. Thanks for enjoying The Valley Peak.
Winter Tires We are into the month of October. That means that there are restrictions on automobile tires on most highways in British Columbia. Your tires must be certified for winter driving. That means they should have a snowflake or an M/S on them indicating that they are good for winter road conditions.
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Seasonal Décor The month of October brings harvest season. It is a great time of year when we celebrate both Thanksgiving and Halloween. Are you looking for seasonal décor? Check out the Valley Dollarshop located across from the Invermere Post Office. They have a great selection of items for both occasions and any other special times. Check it out.
COLUMBIA VALLEY GOOD FOOD CO-OP Monthly fresh fruits & vegetables.
Available to anyone in the valley. Cost is only $6 Sign up and pay by the second Wednesday of each month. Distribution on the third Wednesday.
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Good Food Co-op Remember to register for the Good Food Co-op at Family Dynamix. For only $6 you get a package of mixed produce. The registration money is pooled and food bought bulk so everyone gets a deal. You must register by the second Wednesday (October 11) of each month. Call 250342-5566.
Falling Into Autumn What a quick switch of seasons we are experiencing. The leaves are changing and falling quickly this year. The Farmer’s Almanac called for a hot, dry summer and is suggesting a long, cold, snowy winter. It is so beautiful when you see all the amazing colours offered up by the trees and shrubs at this time of year. So many shades of yellow, orange, red, green and more. Thank you nature.
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Coffee Works One of my favourite stops in the valley is at Kootenay Coffee Works. They have fantastic food, whether it is a lunch special (prime rib on Thursdays), a bowl of homemade soup, a sandwich or some delicious baking. They also have a great choice of specialty coffees and teas to help us get through our days. They are next to Bavin Glass at the crossroads.
Thanks To all the volunteers who make things happen in this valley. From Board members to ticket-takers, emcees to clean-up crews, everyone makes a difference. There are too many to list, but thanks to all the non-profit societies, service clubs, fire & rescue people, etc., that just give your time. If you would like to highlight your group, or an outstanding contribution from a volunteer, email rob@valleypeak.ca and I shall offer up a ‘shout-out’ for you.
Valley Time Being involved in helping organize a few events here in the valley is an interesting adventure. You really have to have faith that folks are going to show up as seldom
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does anyone buy advance tickets. Not a big issue with some events but if you are feeding folks, it is a bit tricky predicting how much food to order. Blessed are those events that sell out in advance. I am as guilty as anyone for not buying tickets ahead of time. It is fun to try and live a ‘fluid’ lifestyle with very few locked-in commitments, just letting the wind take me where it will. Anyway, if you know you want to attend an event, help the organizers out by purchasing your tickets ahead of time.
Household Hints If you lose a contact lens indoors, shut off the lights and use a flashlight to search. The lens will reflect the light.
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Artistic My wife loves to make pottery but for me that is just kiln time.
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Names We’ve Heard
5 Steve Miller, Kate Winslet 6 Brett Ekland, Thor Heyerdahl 7 Simon Cowell, Bishop Desmond Tutu 8 Chevy Chase, Sigourney Weaver 9 John Lennon, John Entwistle 10 Brett Favre, David Lee Roth 11 Luke Perry, Joan Cusack Local Celebrities
5 Sophie Thomas 6 Meighan Ferguson, Lyndsay Phillips, Ashley O’Neil, Frances Hemmelgarn, Sammy Thomson 7 Kyle Emms, Sonja Hemmelgarn, Mabelyn Mason, Lee-Ann Lechman, Ann Manni, Doug & Cherie Hagen Anniversary 8 Mick Godlien, Clarissa Stevens, Chantel Ostenshower 9 Beth Cooper, Bev & Don McHugh anniversary 10 Jack Scott, Bill Rainbow, Jacqueline Moller, Natalie Ruby 11 Andrew Callaway Submit your free birthday or anniversary greetings to rob@valleypeak.ca or call 250-341-7243
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October 5-11, 2017 Lunch ’til Late Kitchen Open to 10 pm Daily, 11 pm Fri/Sat
The raven & the fox Monday, October 9
Open mic-marty & larry Monday, October 16
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. Calgary Connector Wednesday Oct 11 Thursday, Oct 12 Leave Chamber 9 am Return 7:30 pm. 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. 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. Jiu Jitsu, 7-9 pm, next to Vet, 250-341-7113. Crib, Drop-in, Invermere Legion, 6-10 pm. Crib, Invermere Seniors’ Hall, 6:30 pm. Texas Hold ’Em Invermere Legion, $35, 6:30 pm. Columbia A.A., Women, Fairmont, Lion’s Den, 7:15 pm, 688–6050. 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. Dinner at Invermere Legion at 6:30 pm. Bingo, Shuswap Band Hall, 7 pm. Alcoholics Anonymous at Radium Catholic Church. 8 pm. 342-2424.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING Thanks to all our loyal customers And to this beautiful valley.
May you all have a fantastic Thanksgiving
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 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. 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. Invermere Seniors’ Carpet Bowling at 1:30 pm. Lutheran Service, Christ Church Trinity, 1:30 pm. Climbing Wall, Laird School, 5-8 pm, 250-688-5228. Jiu Jitsu, 7-9 pm, next to Vet, 250-341-7113. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 250-342-2424. Every Monday Aqua-Fit, Radium Pools, 10 am. 270-0456. Stretch & Move, 10:30 am, Invermere Seniors Hall. 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 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 Aqua-Fit, Radium Pools, 10 am. 270-0456. Rotary Club of Invermere, Curling Centre, 11:45 am. Duplicate Bridge at Invermere Seniors’ Hall 1 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.
YUKYUK’S-Saturday, October 21 October 4, Wednesday Curling Centre AGM & Registration, 7 pm. October 5, Thursday Groundswell Presentation, Allium Café, 6:30 pm. October 6, Friday Turkey Dinner, Invermere Legion, 6:30 pm. October 7, Saturday UFC Fight Night, Copper City Saloon, 7 pm. Rockies host Creston Valley Thunder Cats, 7:30 pm. October 8, Sunday Sing & Celebrate, Alliance Church 7 pm. October 9, Monday Feed the Valley Rocky River Grill, 2-8 pm. The Raven & The Fox, Horsethief Creek Pub, 7 pm. October 13, Friday Music Night, Café Allium. Party in Pink, Zumbathon, Community Centre, 6:30 pm. ‘Pollyanna’, Alliance Church, 7 pm. Link to Rink, Curling Centre. October 14, Saturday RAD Charity Golf, The Ridge, Copper Point. Link to Rink, Curling, Windermere Valley Golf. Rockies host Beaver Valley, 7:30 pm. October 16, Monday Open Mic, Horsethief Creek Pub, 7-9 pm. October 17, Tuesday Soup & Sandwich, Invermere Seniors Center, noon. October 18, Wednesday Trivia returns to The Station, 7 pm. October 21, Saturday Poutine Palooza Party, Community Centre. YukYuk’s on Tour, Horsethief Creek Pub, 9 pm. October 26, Thursday Seniors’ Health Fair, Invermere Community Centre. October 28, Saturday Fireman’s Ball, Community Centre, 6pm. 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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