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September 19-25, 2019 Baton Twirling Registration for Karen Gratton’s recreational baton twirling program is this Thursday, September 19. It will be held at the C.V. Centre in Invermere from 5 to 6:30 pm. It is a 10 week introductory program for children 6 and older. Give Karen a call or text at 250-270-0142.
MOMs are Back This weekend brings back both the Music on Main and the Market on Main to coincide with the Radium Car Show. On Friday, September 20, catch the Chisel Peak Blues Band from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. The Market will also be set up for that from 5 to 8 pm. On Saturday, September 21, we can tap our toes and rock to Heather Gemell in the afternoon, 1:30 to 3:30 pm. The market will be running noon to 4 pm that day.
Magical Place My bed is one of those magical places where as soon as I lay down I suddenly remember all the things I forgot to get done today.
Friday Tastings The Copper City Liquor Store in the Best
Volume 17 Issue 38 Western Invermere Inn downtown is doing a liquor tasting every Friday afternoon. This Friday, September 20. Between 4 and 7 pm, stop in to try wine from St. Hubertus & Oak Bay Vineyards, a family-run operation in the North Okanagan.
Horsethief Creek Happenings This is always a busy weekend for the Horsethief Creek Pub. They bring in great musicians to help celebrate the Car Show. On Friday night, live music begins at 10 pm with N.O.W. They are a terrific band that rocks the valley. Saturday night, also at 10 pm, stop in and listen to Marty and Larry, two top-notch musicians here in the extended valley. They will be amazing.
Soup and a Bun Mark the last Friday of each month down as the day to go for lunch in Edgewater. The Edgewater seniors put out a ‘Soup and Bun’ luncheon for only $8. Lunch includes a choice of delicious homemade soup, homemade buns or biscuits, dessert and a beverage (coffee, tea, juice, etc.) The meal begins at noonish. Everyone is welcome to stop in for lunch this Friday, September 27.
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That’s a Lot of Music This coming Monday, September 23, the Horsethief Creek Pub will be celebrating 300 nights of ‘Live Music Mondays’. That t is a lot of music and a lot of talent. This week will feature 9 different bands and musicians that have entertained us in the past. It will go from 7 to 10 pm, an extra hour. Thanks to the Horsethief Creek Pub for a few years of amazing entertainment.
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Which is heavier, a pound of gold or a pound of feathers? See page 9.
Family Carnival Windermere Elementary is the place to be this Sunday, September 22 if you have a kid (ages 1 to 13) in your life. The community carnival takes place from 11 am to 3 pm, with admission just $5/adult, $3/kid and free for those ages 4 and younger. Game tickets are $1. Here’s a list to read out loud to the kids: bouncy castles, a 100 foot inflatable obstacle course, a mechanical bull, a reptile zoo, a cupcake walk … there are over 23 attractions planned for the day, plus raffle baskets, free lawn games, prizes, food and live music. You do not want to miss this.
Nanny Needed ASAP We are looking for a full time live out nanny for our 3 kids. One is in school, one goes to daycare part time and one at home. Ages 7, 4 and 2. Meals, cleaning etc. Located in Invermere. $15/hr call or text 250-688-7101 or email samantha.gernhart@gmail.com
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For Rent Hall rental and catering. Royal Canadian Legion, Invermere. Reasonable rates. 250-688-0640.
Hearing Aide My wife complained that I never listen to her. Or something like that.
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The Columbia Valley Rockies are off to a strong start winning their home opener 3-2 against the Osoyoos Coyotes last Friday. The Rockies next two home games are on the next two Fridays. This Friday, September 20 they are hosting the Creston Thunder Cats at 7:30 pm at the Eddie Mountain Arena. Creston is one of our divisional rivals. Next Friday, the 27th, we host the Fernie Ghostriders, another strong team in our division. Come on out and support these guys. There is lots of fun for the fans. Just ask Dave Gaspar who won the 50/50, plus a second period score prize and some golf at Greywolf. He had a great night. Most of the fans did (maybe not the Osoyoos fans as much haha). I hope to see you all out supporting the Rockies. They played exciting, fast hockey the last game.
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They say that the best gift you can give someone is your time. I don’t know who they are but they are right. At least in my world. I have become a bit of a whiner lately as I have had such high expectations of the people I know in this valley. When I think of all the time I have spent with lonely, sick or elderly people, especially when Watson is in tow, I am reminded of how easy it is to just stop in and see someone. Last week we stopped in Ivy House and Columbia House so Watson could say ‘Hi’ to the residents. It was an amazing experience and I had tears in my eyes a couple times as I watched the hound interacting with the folks in the facilities. Lately I have been writing a bit about my own depression. I am stuck on the dialysis machine for ¼ of my waking hours and it is very lonely and that brings on the depression. Knowing that my days are numbered due to cancer and spending half of them hooked up to dialysis, isolated from the real world, really sucks. In six months of this I can list my visitors on my hands. Every one has walked away saying it was an amazing experience learning what dialysis actually is while playing crib or chess or whatever. There are many lonely people like me out there that are craving a visit from you. What are you doing about that? What are you giving back to this world?
Two Jobs My neighbourhood barber was just arrested for selling drugs. I have been his client for 2 years and had no idea he was a barber.
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WEDNESDAY NIGHT TRIVIA Starts September 25 7-9 pm $3 per person entry 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Many of us are very caught up in our work life and will do this at the expense of our family life. We forget that work is neverending and will always be there, but our friends and family may not. If you fail in life, neither your boss or your clients will help you, but your family will. Work is important but so is entertainment, socializing, exercise and relaxation. Without relationships life can be quite meaningless. So prioritize living your life for enjoyment, love and relationships. Do not let your work overpower everything else in your world.
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How many hours a day (24 hours) does a giraffe sleep? What zodiac sign is represented by a set of scales? What is the French word for ‘thank you’? What was the name of the material on which Egyptians used to write? ‘K’ is the periodic table symbol for which element? In comics, who is ‘The Boy Wonder’?
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Watson’s Waddle You humans should be a lot more like us dogs. I mean, most dogs are like, twice as happy as they should be. We open our eyes first thing in the morning to give you that big grin that says, “I love you, man. Really, I mean it. You are the greatest thing in my life”. You try to ignore us but all you get is, “Seriously, I love you. Now get out of bed so I can go take a leak”. Then I do a series of stretches before too much moving around. You should try that. I begin my day with some exercise and finish with a little stroll before retiring. Nice. I love to just be silly a few times a day, sliding on my back, rolling around or running after nothing. Try it, you will like it. And the excitement I show when you get home. If you wiggled your butt and made excited noises every time a friend or family member came to the door, you would have a lot of visitors. I eat healthy and water is my number one beverage. Everyone should try that. So you see, dogs are happy but we keep things very simple. Lots of love, lots of fun. Humans should give it a try.
What Year Was It? ‘Rain Man’ won Best Picture, Windows 2.1 was released, the Iran-Iraq war ended, the Surgeon General stated that nicotine is as addictive as heroin and cocaine, Prozac was introduced and laser eye surgery became available. A new drug, ‘crack cocaine’ hit the streets, and the U.S. unveiled the Stealth Bomber. What year was it? See page 10.
Camping Season For many folks, camping season is pretty much done. It is a sad thought really. I love getting out to a beautiful lake for a few days of peace and quiet. Make sure that you winterize your RV. You don’t want the pipes freezing. ‘Cresteel RV Service’ can winterize your RV for you. 250-342-6312.
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WATER METER READS The District of Invermere will be reading water meters over the next couple of weeks; this sometimes requires access to your property. If you have an older water meter and would like to participate in our meter exchange program, please call the number below. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Municipal Office at 250-342-9281.
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Mental Health Well it has been a 14 day countdown since bloodwork to find out where my multiple myeloma is at. I meet with my cancer specialist in Cranbrook this week, Wednesday, September 18. This is also my one-year anniversary since completing chemotherapy. Definitely a big week for me. Multiple myeloma is a tricky adventure. There are not a lot of clear symptoms but every pain in the body could be a sign. And I am at the age that I have lots of little aches and pains. My shoulder has been sore for a few days. Is it from stacking firewood or is it from bone marrow cancer? That is a constant thought process for me. I have had a couple of visitors during dialysis lately, including some chess. What a difference that makes in my life. Sitting on the dialysis machine for a few hours at a time is very lonely and depressing. Very lonely. Thanks so much to the folks who have come by during sessions to help break up the time for me. Meeting with a counselor has given me a chance to figure out some of my part in all this. We are all on quite the journey.
Live KIJHL hockey at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena
Friday, September 20, 7:30 pm CRESTON VALLEY THUNDER CATS Friday, September 27 FERNIE GHOSTRIDERS Come out and Support
Kijhl hOCKEY
Gardening What if the planet’s plants are actually farming us for carbon dioxide while we are alive and nutrients once we are dead and decomposing?
Free Movie The Radium Public Library will be showing a free family movie during the car show weekend. ‘Cars’ from Disney will be playing on Friday, September 20 at 1:30 pm. Everyone is welcome.
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EXCITING VALLEY WEEKEND
Associate Pastor: Reverend
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Sunday, September 22, 10:30 am
WORSHIP SERVICE EVERYONE WELCOME
UPCOMING EVENTS Friday, September 20, 6:30 pm
HEBED CHICKEN & PENNE
Cribbage, Thursdays, 6:30 pm. Darts, Saturdays, 4-6 pm. Texas Hold-Em, Thursdays at 6:30 pm
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As I look at myself I realize that I am a very selfish person. Five years ago I had no idea what was involved in kidney failure and dialysis. And I did not care to know any more about it. I knew a couple folks on dialysis but that was really just a medical word to me. So here I am on dialysis and wishing that more people understood what that actually means to me as a patient. No one really gets it. Very few of our medical personnel have ever even seen hemodialysis. The same with our first responders and paramedics. Or you, my reader. It is just something I write about. Which reminds me of the reality that everyone has problems that are very personal and no one else understands how they are affected by them. I want you all to see and understand dialysis but there are so many other things to see and understand. Dialysis is only important to me. I wish we could all be there for each other when it is needed. There are so many issues that could be lightened by love, kindness and caring.
Classic’s Car Show
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Learning Teacher: Name something that starts with an ‘E’ that you are not very good at. Me: Spelling.
WE HAVE A HUGE SELECTION OF GOOD USED TIRES ON RIMS.
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The Columbia Valley Classics are hosting their annual Car Show in Radium this weekend, September 20-22. It all begins Friday with registration open and many cars cruising the ‘strip’ in Radium. There is lots of live music around and everyone is having fun. Saturday the ‘Show and Shine’ takes place at the Radium Springs Golf Course driving range from 10 am to 4 pm. It is free for spectators to come and check out the vehicles. They are amazing. At 4 pm many of the cars cruise to Invermere and back to Radium. People line up on the streets to wave them on. And Saturday night is the dance, beginning at 8 pm at the Radium Centre. It will be a great weekend.
Staying Safe in Bear Country This is a video presentation happening at the Radium Public Library on Tuesday, September 24 at 6 pm. It will be good to check out.
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WHERE’s WaTSON?
Answer on page 11
Can you guess where this photo was taken?
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My Progress
ROCKIES HOCKEY CRESTON THUNDER CATS FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
My health seems pretty stable these days. Just trying to keep gaining strength. It is sad when I try to move firewood or swing a golf club. The differences in my body become very apparent. Basically my progress there is learning to accept my limitations and teaching them to my friends. As for progress on my bus, I have yet to hear from many folks willing to step up and help. I was hoping there might be at least one community-oriented electrician, plumber, renovations person, etc that would step up to that plate. I guess everyone is pretty busy with life. But I have found a bus and talked to the health authorities about what is needed to put this together. Imagine a mobile dialysis unit that changes the lives of hundreds of patients.
Canadian Sports Trivia Answer
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On September 20, 1990, the Toronto Argonauts defeated the Calgary Stampeders by a score of 70-18.
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Next Saturday, September 28, Invermere celebrates Oktoberfest form 11 am to 10 pm. This year’s set up will be in the parking lot behind the liquor store (Farmer’s Market location). The event will include an Oktoberfest Market as well as a BBQ, giant lawn games, live music, beer gardens and fire pits. Dr. Von Houligan’s Carnival of Calamities will perform free shows at 11:30 am and 2:30 pm with magic, juggling, balancing and more. ‘European Touch’ and ‘L8’ will be performing live music and the Invermere Legion will host the beer gardens.
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TRIPLE SIZED AD 14.7 CM TALL X 6.2 CM WIDE SINGLE WEEK $80
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Trivia Returns
FAMILY CARNIVAL WINDERMERE ELEMENTARY SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22
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I am very excited The Wednesday Night Trivia returns to the Station Neighbourhood Pub next Wednesday, September 25 starting at 7 pm. Cost is only $3 per person and you can have up to 6 folks on your team. Answer 40 fun questions and win the prize pot. This is one of my favourite evenings all through the winter. It is a fantastic night out every Wednesday. And I learn stuff. Have fun always people.
Riddliculous Answer (From page 2) Who would have thought? A pound of feathers actually weighs more than a pound of gold. A pound of feathers weighs 16 ounces while gold is measured in troy ounces of which there are only 12 to a pound. I learn something every day.
Choose to Move Family Dynamix is offering a couple ‘Choose to Move& Senior Active Aging’ programs. This Thursday, September 19 they are at Akisqnuk First Nations to do a workshop on Estate Planning and Advance Care directives from 9:30 am to noon. On Tuesday, September 24 they will be at Columbia Garden Village to give a workshop on Fall Prevention and Safety, also 9:30 am to noon. Everyone is invited to attend. Please call Family Dynamix at 250342-5566
Happy Dance I checked into the Hokey Pokey clinic where I was able to turn myself around
The Thrifty Reporter Kudos to all the businesses in Invermere that give back to the community. I am going to deviate this week to talk about giving. There are many opportunities in this valley and another reason I love living here. You just need to read the paper to find something that works for you. Maybe you are pursuing a career in the Health Related Fields. Did you know that the Invermere Health Care Auxiliary Society (who own the Invermere Thrift Store) is giving Scholarships for College/University Students? If you know someone who would be interested in applying or has questions they can drop into the store and ask a volunteer.
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Chicken Dinner Friday night dinner at the Invermere Legion this week will be herbed chicken with penne pasta. That happens this Friday, September 20, beginning at 6:30 pm. Don’t forget to get in the 50/50 and meat draws while enjoying dinner. It would be nice to take home a package of steaks or a pork tenderloin.
It was That Year (From page 4) In 1988, a new home cost $92,000, a new car was $10,500 and average annual income was $24,500. Ben Johnson won the gold in Seoul but was stripped of it for steroid use, the Hubble Space Telescope was put into operation and the Winter Olympics were held in Calgary.
Pancake Breakfast This Saturday, September 21, the Radium Fire Department is hosting a pancake breakfast for everyone, whether or not you attend the car show. It is happening at the new Radium Centre from 7:30 am to 10:30 am. It will be a great way to start the day.
Advanced Career What do you call a lawyer who has gone bad? A politician.
CRESTEEL HVAC (1981) LIMITED Furnace & Heat Pump Service & Repair 250-342-6312 2. Libra
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A great venue for events of all sizes. Up to 600 people on the floor. Up to 120 people in the lounge. 250-342-3315 invermerecurling@shaw.ca
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Fall Equinox The Sun will be centered exactly over the Equator on Sunday, September 22. That is the day the Northern and Southern Hemispheres share the same amount of sunlight, known as the ‘Equinox’. On that day, the Sun will rise exactly due East and set exactly due West so it is a good day to orient yourself at your house or wherever. Our daylight each day shall get shorter and shorter and the Sun will cross the sky further and further south until December 21. It is pretty much officially autumn.
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Curling Season Heads up to all the curlers (and soon-to-be curlers) in the valley. The curling season is approaching. Watch for the AGM and registration coming up soon. The Links to Rink golf and curling tournament is set for Friday, October 11 and Saturday, October 12. The leagues begin right after that on Monday, October 14 (Open League I believe). There are leagues and lessons for everyone so don’t be shy. Come on down and check it out.
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I love toast and eat some of it every second day or so. Bread is not the healthiest thing for most people but in moderation it is okay. For me, it is something that is low enough in potassium and phosphorous that it is okay with my kidney situation. Anyways, I don’t understand my toaster. I like my toast on the dark side so the dial is maxed out. Yet sometimes the toast is barely warm and tanned. Then another time, same loaf of bread, it toasts to a deliciously dark tone. I don’t know if it is a form of OCD but I find that inconsistency quite disturbing.
Day of Peace Saturday September 21 is the International Day of Peace, dedicated to world peace, and specifically the absence of war or violence. We’re pretty lucky to live in this beautiful valley, in a relatively peaceful country. Sure, life’s not all unicorns and lollipops, but we’re luckier than many other people in the world. Let’s appreciate how good we have it, and do what we can to help those who aren’t as blessed.
Where Watson Was The photo on page 6 shows Watson out for a walk with Kootenay Kritters. They are down by Pynelogs Cultural Centre and Dorothy Lake.
Party Rentals Are you having a party? Large or small, M7 Party Rentals has everything you need to be a host. Dishes, linen, chairs, tables, centerpieces, lighting, a dance floor, huge tents, a bouncy castle and more. They can help you out. Give them a call at 250-347-9238.
Cozy Comfort Well it seems that the cooler season is upon us. For me that sucks as I am always a bit cold from my kidney and blood issues. I have started burning wood already. It keeps the furnace from kicking in as often. Propane and electricity are expensive. Wood heat is fantastic and Diamond Heating & Spas is your wood stove go-to place. They carry lots of models including the most efficient ones out there. Stop in at their showroom across from Dairy Queen and take a look.
Halt Production Apparently they are not going to be making yardsticks any longer.
Concrete Work Guy is the man. If you need concrete work done in the valley, talk to Guy Concrete at 250-341-5115. He does forming, finishing, grinding, polishing, repairs and demolition. He can work with new and existing concrete. He makes it look good. Give Guy a call.
A Bit Interesting The Zodiac sign that begins on the equinox is Libra, which has the symbol of scales. Some folks say that the balanced scales are representative of the balance of daylight and darkness on the equinox.
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19 Murray Campbell 20 Jeff Watson, Don McHugh, Trudi Wells, Erin McNeil 21 Dustin Murray, Bob Powell, Kathy Dortch, Mark Jenken & Jo-El Buerlen anniv. 22 Diana Moore, Becky Pasowisty, Kurt & Bethany Taylor anniversary 23 Jillian and Graham Wake anniversary 24 Royce Sam 25 Glen Weber, Jerry Kohorst, Stephanie Woodwark, Kris Deren Submit your free birthday or anniversary greetings to rob@valleypeak.ca or call 250-341-7243
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FREE LISTINGS FOR COMMUNITY EVENTS Columbia Valley Food Bank Hours Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1-2 pm. 3rd Wed., 5:30-7 pm. By appt. 342-0850. 201, 7 Ave, Invermere. Museum Hours Mon.-Friday, 10 am-4 pm. Thrift Store Hours Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 10 am-4 pm.
Invermere Library hours Mon/Tue/Fri/Sat, 10 am-5 pm. Wed/Thur, 10 am-8 pm. Radium Library Hours Tuesday, 1-8 pm. Wed, Thurs. 10 am-4 pm. Friday 1-4 pm, Sat, 10 am-4 pm. Every Thursday Fitness, 10:30 am, Invermere Seniors Hall. Preschool Storytime at Invermere Library 10:30 am. Floor Curling, Inv. Seniors Centre, 1:30 pm. Carpet Bowling, Radium Seniors, 1:30 pm. Youth cooking, Summit Youth Centre, 5-7 pm. Jiu Jitsu, 7-9 pm, next to Vet, 250-341-7113. Crib, Drop-in, Invermere Legion, 6-10 pm. Youth Network, Canal Flats Civic Centre, 6-8 pm. Free English Learning Conversation, CBAl, 6-8 pm, Texas Hold ’Em Invermere Legion, $30, 6:30 pm. Karaoke at the Horsethief Creek Pub, 8 pm. AA Meeting, Canal Flats Fire Hall, 8 pm. 2nd Thursday of Every Month Invermere Senior’s Lunches, 342-9281 ext 1232. 2nd & 4th Thursday Every Month Seniors Tea, Invermere Library, 342-6416. 3rd Thursday of Every Month Parkinson's Disease Support Group Meeting at Heritage Inn in Cranbrook at 7 pm. Every Friday Senior Walking, The Bakery, Invermere, 9:30 am. Senior Walking, Radium Community Garden, 11 am. Duplicate Bridge at Invermere Seniors’ Hall 1 pm. STEAM, K-Gr 3, Invermere Library, 2-3 pm. Drop In Dinner, Edgewater Legion, 6 pm. Dinner at Invermere Legion at 6:30 pm. Alcoholics Anonymous at Radium Catholic Church. 8 pm. 342-2424. Karaoke, Whitehouse.
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1st Friday Every Month Open Mic, all ages, Pynelogs, 7-10 pm. 3rd Friday Every Month Inv. Caregivers Support, 1-3 pm, Hospital Boardroom. Every Saturday Family Play Time, Invermere Library, 10:30 am. Cribbage, Edgewater Legion, 3, pm. Darts, Drop-in, Invermere Legion, 4-6 pm. Climbing Wall, Laird School, 5-8 pm, 250-688-5228. Youth movie, free, Summit Youth Centre, 7-9 pm. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 250-342-2424. Karaoke at the Horsethief Creek Pub. Every Sunday Latter Day Saints’ Service, Fairmont, 10 am. 270-0299. Worship & Fellowship, Alliance Church, 10:30 am. Crib & other fun at Edgewater Legion, noon. Carpet Bowling, Radium Seniors, 1:30 pm. Lutheran Service, Christ Church Trinity, 1:30 pm. Climbing Wall, Laird School, 5-8 pm, 250-688-5228. Jiu Jitsu, 7-9 pm, next to Vet, 250-341-7113. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 250-342-2424. Every Monday Senior Singalong, Columbia Gardens, 10 am. Invermere Seniors’ Centre Fitness, 10:30 am. Indoor walking, free, clean shoes, CV Centre, 10 am. Invermere Seniors’ Carpet Bowling at 1:30 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. Every Tuesday 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 Indoor walking, free, clean shoes, CV Centre, 10 am. Chair Yoga, Invermere Seniors Hall, 10:30 am. Story Time, Radium Library, 10:30 –11:15 am. Knitting, crocheting, Columbia Gardens, 1:30 pm. STEAM, Gr. 4-7, Invermere Library, 3:30 pm. Youth Network night, Riverside Golf Resort, 6-8 pm. Cribbage, Invermere Seniors Hall, 7 pm.. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 250-342-2424.
Saturday, September 21, 10 pm 300th Monday-Sept 23 1st and 3rd Wednesday Each Month Radium Rotary, Radium Springs Golf Course, 8 am. September 18, Wednesday Family Dynamix AGM, Invermere Legion, 6:15 pm. Summit Youth Centre AGM, 7-9 pm. September 19, Thursday Choose to Move, Akisqnuk, 9:30 am-noon. Baton Twirling Registration, CV Centre, 5-6:30 pm. September 20, Friday ‘Cars’ Free movie, Radium Library, 1:30 pm. Wine Tasting, Copper City Liquor Store, 4-7 pm. Chisel Peak Blues Band, Radium, 5:30-7:30 pm. Herbed Chicken Dinner, Invermere Legion, 6:30 pm. Registration for Radium Car Show, 7 pm. Rockies host Creston Thundercats, 7:30 pm. N.O.W. live, Horsethief Creek Pub, 10 pm. September 21, Saturday Pancake breakfast, Radium Centre, 7:30-10:30 am. Classic Car Show, Radium Springs, 10 am-4 pm. Heather Gemell. Radium Visitor Centre, 1:30-3:30 pm. Classic Car Cruise, Radium to Invermere, 4 pm. Car Show Dance, Radium Centre, 8 pm. ‘Marty & Larry’, Horsethief Creek Pub, 10 pm. September 22, Sunday World Rivers Day Carnival, Windermere School, 11 am-3 pm. September 23, Monday 300th Monday Music, Horsethief Creek Pub, 7-9 pm. September 24, Tuesday Choose to Move, Columbia Gardens, 9:30 am-noon. Stay Safe in Bear Country, Radium Library, 6 pm. September 25, Wednesday Trivia Night, Station Pub, 7-9 pm. September 27, Friday Soup & Bun Luncheon, Edgewater Legion, noon. Rockies host Fernie Ghostriders, 730 pm. September 28, Saturday Oktoberfest, downtown Invermere, 11 am-10 pm. For a more detailed schedule of upcoming events please go to
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