April 2011 Edition of the Taylor Times

Taylor Times April 2011

Volume 21 Issue 4

Easter Eggstravganza Sunday, April 24th 2011 11am - 1pm Taylor Community Hall

Advance Tickets $2 - Available @ District Office until April 20th @ Noon Door Tickets $3 - Available @ the Door While Quantities Last (Children 2 and up need to purchase a ticket) The Easter Eggstravganza is geared for ages 2 - 10. If you are older and would like to volunteer to help out with the event we would love to have you! We need lots of volunteers and helpers to run booths and entertain the children.

If you have any questions regarding the Easter event or if you would like to volunteer please feel free to contact me at the Community Service Office.

Shelanda Ryder Events and Program Leader 250-789-3333 ex 21 sryder@districtoftaylor.com

Community Services

April 2011 Edition

When: Sundays 5:30 - 6:30pm AND Thursdays 6:30 - 7:30pm(Beginning Thursday, April 7th) Where: Taylor Community Hall Cost: 8 session Pass $85.00 Drop In: $15.00 Registration and payment are completed at the District Office Monday to Friday 9am-5pm.

Exciting news! We are pleased to have such an increase in numbers for our Bootcamp classes that we are now offering a Thursday class as well as a Sunday class!

New members are encouraged to come. This is a circuit boot camp which has levels from easy to hard so take it at your own pace. Bring a friend and give it a try.

We have looked at all of the options of payment and believe that charging a $85.00 flat punch pass rate is the best option. This allows Laurie to keep track of each person visiting easily and is less confusing for all parties involved. You can buy 8 session punch pass from the District Office and you are welcome to attend both Thursday and Sunday Classes using this punch pass.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Shelanda Ryder Events and Program Coordinator 250-789-3333 ex 21

Take the ―Live Right Now Challenge‖ make a change because you are worth it.

See you there!

Cardio Room 2 treadmills & 1 elliptical machine are currently available for public use along with changing room.

Hours of operation: 6:00am-10:00pm Sunday - Saturday Register for your Electronic Access Card at the District Office Monday to Friday 9:00am –5:00pm. $20.00 Deposit for the card. $20.00 a month User Fee Electronic Access is available at the back of the Community Hall.

Community Services Great news we now have the Bingo Schedule for most of the bingo year! We will be hosting Bingo the second Friday of each month **unless otherwise posted. Bingo is from 7-9pm.

Dates for upcoming Bingo Games: Friday, April 8th Friday, May 13th Friday, June 10th (Last Bingo before Summer ) Participants must be 19 years or older or in direct accompaniment of a parent or caregiver.

Players will be allotted two bingo cards per person.

Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate, Water and cookies will be available on a self serve basis.

Great news we now have the schedule for Children‟s Activity Night. Activity night will take place the last Wednesday of each month **unless otherwise posted. Children‟s Night is from 6 - 8pm.

Dates for upcoming Children’s Activity Night: Wednesday, April 27th Wednesday, May 25th Wednesday, June 29th (Last Children‟s Night before Summer Break) Activity Night is a $2 Drop In Fee per each Child.

Children‟s Activity Night is available to children who are or have previously attended Kindergarten up to grade 6. Children‟s Activity Night is from 6pm -8pm.

Parents are welcome to drop their children off or stay and socialize with other parents. Please be sure to sign your child in each time and complete a permission form for the 2011 year.

April 2011 Edition

When: Mondays 7:00 - 8:30pm Where: Taylor Community Hall Cost:

Free!!

You are allowed to bring your own stick however, it cannot be taped.

Please bring a pair of indoor shoes, black sole shoes are not allowed!

We would like to Thank the UTZ FAMILY for dedicating their time to the community to put on such a wonderful community event. Without their dedication this program would not be as successful!

Thank You Guys!!!!

Floor Hockey’s Last Day will be April, 25th 2011.

When: Tuesdays 6:00 - 7:15pm Where: Taylor Community Hall Cost: 8 sessions for $70.00 (Less than $9.00 per class) Drop in: $15.00 The new session of Tai Chi began March 1st.

But it‟s never to late to join.

Classes Run Until: April 19th

Winter Walking Club Weekdays from 8am - 1pm!

Walking Clubs last day will be Friday, April 29th. Thank You for such a great season. Enjoy your walking outside!!!

For more information on any of these events please feel free to contact: Shelanda Ryder Events and Program Coordinator sryder@districtoftaylor.com 250-789-3333 ex 21

Community Services

April 2011 Edition

Job Posting Position title: Yoga Instructor Reports to: Director of Community Services Start Date: ASAP Placement: Part-time / Contract Work Nature/scope: To provide a quality Yoga program for resident of the District of Taylor.

Major responsibilities include: To provide on an ongoing bases an 8 week yoga program for area resident s at the Taylor Community Centre Working collaboratively with a wide range of Yoga participants with varying abilities and experience Providing a stimulating, safe, and nurturing environment for participants to learn and grow through the program The successful applicant must possess the following: Registered BCRPA or equivalent instructor certification Experience working with large groups in a fitness program Excellent interpersonal skills Adaptable, dynamic, outgoing and forward thinking Note: Interested applicants will also be required to provide equipment for up to 20 Yoga participants Interested Applicants If you require more information please contact :

Bryant Bird, Community Services Director Box 300, Taylor, BC, V0C 2K0 Fax: 250-789-3561 Email: bbird@districtoftaylor.com

*Inquiries are welcome, at 250- 789-3333, ext. 22 Application Deadline – Open until position filled Only those selected for an interview will be contacted

Community Services

April 2011 Edition

Job Posting Position title: Head Lifeguard / Lifeguard / Swim Instructors Reports to: Director of Community Services Duration: May 16 – August 27th, 2011 Placement: Temporary Full-time/Part-time Nature/scope: Successful candidates are responsible for the overall health and safety of patrons in the pool facility.

Major responsibilities include: Instructing Canadian Red Cross swim programs Lifeguarding of various aquatic programs Monitors the general maintenance and safety of the pool deck, change rooms and associated areas Organize and coordinate appropriate activities, games, and events of interest to participants Maintains a safe and clean work environment

Additional responsibilities include: Organizes and ensures that the pool is set up for scheduled activities and that user needs are sufficiently met Completes reports, statistics, records, etc. as needed cashier and custodial work Performs other related work as required

The successful applicant must possess the following: National Lifeguard Service Certification – Pool Option Standard First Aid with CPR C Water Safety Instructor and/or YMCA Canada Swim Instructor Clear criminal record check

Interested Applicants Please submit your resume, cover letter, copy of your qualifications, along with references to: Bryant Bird, Community Services Director PO Box 300, Taylor, BC, V0C 2K0 or Fax: 250-789-3561 Email: bbird@districtoftaylor.com

*Inquiries are welcome, at 789-3333, ext. 22 Application Deadline – Open until positions filled Only those selected for an interview will be contacted

Community Services

April 2011 Edition

Taylor Summer Kids Kamp Senior Assistant Manager Job Posting The District of Taylor is currently accepting applications for a Kids Kamp Senior Assistant Manager.

Reporting to the Kids Kamp Manager, you will fully participate in all Kamp activities, this includes but is not limited to: Training and assisting Kids Kamp Staff.

Planning the Day to Day and Month to Month Schedule of Kids Kamp.

Identifying and booking field trips, Kamp guests, snack ideas, and more.

Contributing to and maintaining an on-going and consistent safety plan for Kampers and staff.

Demonstrating strong communication skills, enabling you to build positive and trusting relations with Kampers, parents/caregivers Kamp Manager and Kamp/District Staff.

Creating and maintain a FUN environment!

As a Senior Assistant Kamp Manager you will have experience working with children ages 5 - 12.

You will possess strong leadership skills, enabling you to create and maintain a tight-knit team of Kamp leaders. You have a great level of enthusiasm and you are a creative person who enjoys FUN! Standard first aid certification and a clean criminal record check are mandatory qualifications for the position (to be completed by the beginning of Kamp). Senior Assistant Managers Position is Preferred to have a Valid Drivers License. All Applicants must be 17+ Applications, including a cover letter, resume and a letter of reference, should be submitted to the District of Taylor Office, attention Shelanda Ryder, Kids Kamp Manager, no later than Friday, June 3rd 2011 @ 5pm. Inquiries are welcome at The Community Service Office (250) 789-3333 ex 21.

Applications can also be submitted by: Fax: (250) 789-3561 Email: sryder@districtoftaylor.com Mail: PO Box 300, Taylor, B.C. V0C 2K0 Available to start Tuesday, July 5th 2011

Community Services

April 2011 Edition

Taylor Summer Kids Kamp Senior and Junior Leader(s) Job Posting The District of Taylor is currently accepting applications for the following positions for the District of Taylor Summer Kids Kamp: Kids Kamp Senior Leader and Junior Leader (2 - 3), Kids Kamp staff are responsible for the day to day activities of the Kids Kamp participants, ranging from 5 13 years of age. This includes, but not limited to: programming and leading activities, ensuring a safe environment for Kampers and staff is constantly maintained and working as a part of a cohesive and FUNtastic team.

Successful candidates must possess excellent public relations and leadership skills. Standard first aid certification and a clean criminal record check are mandatory qualifications for these positions (to be completed by the beginning of Kamp). Experience with children, especially in a child care setting, is a definite asset. We're looking for LEADERS who like to create FUN! (Applicants are typically between the ages of 15 - 20 years of age, but every application is reviewed so feel free to apply even if you are out of this age category).

Applications, including a cover letter and resume, should be submitted to the District of Taylor Office, attention Shelanda Ryder, Kids Kamp Manager, no later than Friday, June 3rd 2011 @ 5pm.

Inquiries are welcome at the Community Service Office (250) 789-3333 ex 21.

Applications can also be submitted by: Fax: (250) 789-3561 Email: sryder@districtoftaylor.com Mail: PO Box 300, Taylor, B.C. V0C 2K0 Available to start Tuesday, July 5th 2011

Registration for Kids Kamp will begin Monday, May 2nd 2011. We have already experienced a large influx of enquiries for our Kids Kamp Program again this year. Last year we were full to capacity for most of the year and were unable to accept more children so be sure to register early this year!

Kids Kamp will run for 7 weeks again this year, however we will be starting a week later and running a week longer then usual. Kids Kamp will begin Monday, July 11th 2011 and run until Friday, August 26th 2011. If you have any questions regarding Kids Kamp please don’t hesitate to call me!

Look in next months Taylor Times for more information on the Kids Kamp Program, including prices and dates. I look forward to seeing returning Kampers and meeting new ones!

Shelanda Ryder Kids Kamp Manager 250-789-3333 ex 21

IN THE HEAT WITH THE TAYLOR FIRE DEPARTMENT Well, March has been busy with the Village on a Diet show coming to and end and Taylor Fire Department Calendar sales! Thank you for your support Taylor! And, for that matter, Thank You Canada!! We have mailed calendars to Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Quebec, Ontario, Manitoba, Alberta and all over British Columbia. Our first 200 calendars were sold within the first week and we had to order more. What a pleasant surprise!

So, if you still need a calendar, have no fear, we have lots to sell. Just, come into the District Office, fill in your order form and pick up your calendar. For those out of town folks, order forms can be mailed, faxed or e-mailed to the District Office, Attention: Sadie (see order form for contact information).

Remember, net proceeds from our calendar sales are going to the Burn Unit at BC Children’s Hospital!! Thanks again to Village on a Diet for helping us with our calendar.

Training, training and more training. Taylor hosted an Air Brakes Course in March and is looking forward to hosting other training throughout the year.

So far, we will be holding a Display Fireworks course, and are looking at a number of Driver Training courses for the spring. With new members on the team we need to make sure everyone is up to speed. We are also looking forward to Spring!

Looking outside and seeing all that snow makes a person wonder if Spring really is just around the corner! Can you believe it was snowing on the first day of Spring? However, before we know it, the sun is going to come out in full force and the melt will begin. Roads will become messy and it is very important to keep your window washer fluid topped up on your vehicle.

Those windows need to be clean to see through and it makes driving soooo much easier!

As we wait for spring to come the Fire Department is starting to think about things to come like Emergency Preparedness Week and our Mother’s Day Breakfast. Stay tuned to learn more in the coming months.

GOLF SEASON IS ALMOST HERE

OPENING SOON! CALL THE PROSHOP AT (250) 789-3711 FOR THE OFFICIAL OPENING DATE FOR THIS SEASON.

GOLF MEMBERSHIP 2011 Membership Rates at Lone Wolf Golf Club Memberships are available at the Lone Wolf Proshop

MEMBERSHIPS Adult (Ages 19 - 49) Spouse of Adult** Champion (ages 50 - 59) Spouse of Champion (ages 50 - 59) Senior (age 60+)** Spouse of Senior (age 60+) Full Time Adult Student Junior (18 & Under) BCGA dues (incl w/membership Social dues (incl w/membership) 50 Tokens 25 Tokens 10 Tokens 4 Tokens 1 Token

$900.00 $700.00 $750.00 $600.00 $600.00 $450.00 $450.00 $120.00 $0.00 $0.00

RANGE RATES $125.00 $80.00 $35.00 $15.00 $5.00

Unlimited Individual Pass $150.00

FACILITY RENTALS (Taxes Extra) Clubhouse Room Rental $130.00 Clubhouse Damage Deposit $75.00 (refundable) Reservation Fee $75.00 Kitchen Rental $100.00 Kitchen Damage Deposit $105.00 Meeting Rate (1hr) $50.00 Additional hour (over 1 hour) $25.00 All adult, champion and senior memberships include a 25 punch card driving range pass valid for the season in which the membership is purchased and all spousal, student and junior memberships include a 10 punch card driving range pass.

Memberships also include BCGA dues and social dues. ** Spousal rate would only be applicable if both persons are in the same age category. If not, then the higher rate must be paid for the primary membership and then the spousal rate for the primary category would apply.

Taylor Medical Clinic 250-789-6772 Hours of Operation Sunday - Closed Monday - 9:00am – 12:00 (Noon) Tuesday - Closed Wednesday - 9:00am – 12:00 (Noon) Thursday - Closed Friday - 9:00am – 12:00 (Noon) Saturday - Closed *CLOSED ALL STATUTORY HOLIDAYS*

Appointments Appointments can be made by calling 250-789-6772 (Taylor Medical Clinic) or 250-785-6677 (Fort St. John Medical Clinic) Monday to Friday. Remember to specify your preference for the Taylor Clinic.

Appointments are preferred .

Drop-ins welcome Stop in during regular hours of operation and see a doctor without the long wait.

Building Permits If you are planning a construction project or renovation this summer, you may need to obtain a Building Permit prior to commencing any work on the project.

Section 2.2 of Building Bylaw No. 391, 1991 states; “no person shall construct or authorize the construction of any building or structure or part thereof unless a permit for the work has first been issued by the Building Inspector.”

Some of the projects that do not require a Building Permit are: replacing your asphalt shingles, replacing a door or window with one of the same size as the original, and installing new siding.

If you are altering any plumbing, making any structural changes, or building a deck or new structure, you will be required to obtain a Building Permit prior to beginning any work.

If you are not sure whether or not you will need a permit, you can contact the District Office at 250-789-3392 to make an appointment with the Building Inspector. A Building Permit application can be picked up at the municipal office from Monday to Friday, between the hours of 9:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Mike Ryder, Building Inspector

Backflow Preventer Reminder Although the Public Works Department does its best to ensure that the municipal systems (such as sewage disposal and water supply) are operating properly, unexpected problems can arise For example, supposing a sewer main became plugged in the night and sewage backed up into adjacent buildings. Or during a heavy rainstorm, a ditch was overloaded and flooded a basement.

Each property owner within the District is required by bylaw to have a back flow preventer on their sanitary sewer lines, and ensure that they are regularly maintained and working properly.

Due to the fact that many incidents are recognized as being outside of the control of the District, there is a provision in the Community Charter, that provides immunity for all the municipalities against any claim for damages that may arise, directly or indirectly, as a result of the breakdown or malfunction of: A sewer system, A water or drainage facility or system, or A dike or a road.

According, owners and occupiers of property are strongly advised to: Have their back flow preventer checked annually; and Review their property insurance policies with their brokers and confirm that coverage is provided for the kinds of incidents mentioned above Gordon Davies Public Works Superintendent District of Taylor

TAYLOR COUNCIL MEETINGS Taylor Council and Committee Meetings schedule is as follows: Council Meetings Committee Meetings April 5, 2011 April 19, 2011 May 3, 2011 May 17, 2011 June 7, 2011 June 21, 2011 July 5, 2011 July 19, 2011 August 2, 2011 August 16, 2011 September 6, 2011 September 20, 2011 October 4, 2011 October 18, 2011 November 1, 2011 November 15, 2011 December 6, 2011 December 20, 2011 The deadline for agenda items (including notice of delegations) is the preceding Thursday at 12:00 noon.

Both Committee and Council meetings are open to the public and the media. Matters related to Section 90 of the Community Charter (copies are available) are dealt with in-Camera (or at private closed meetings). These are loosely described as legal issues, land and labour/personnel issues.

At both Council and Committee Meetings there is a gallery/media section where members of the public can informally ask questions of Council – and your interest is always welcome!

Committee Meetings are non-decision making meetings where staff reports and correspondence requiring action are received, discussed, and a recommendation formulated for the Council Meeting. The Council Meeting is where the recommendations are reviewed and formal decisions made.

All Terrain Vehicles & Snowmobiles Owners and Riders The District of Taylor and the RCMP would like to bring to your attention that riding of all Terrain vehicles and snowmobiles on streets, roadways and boulevards is prohibited in Taylor. If you are caught you could be subject to a fine in excess of $800.00.

Please use areas that are not prohibited from riding only.

Gordon Davies Bylaw Officer District of Taylor

Residential Garbage Pick Up Residential garbage is picked up weekly, on Tuesday mornings. Pick up is from the streets, not alleyways Bylaw No. 654, 2004 Garbage Collection and Disposal Bylaw “Garbage means and includes any and all rubbish, ashes, household waste (exclusive of cardboard)”

Boulevard/Back Alley Debris As part of regular maintenance we are asking those who have equipment, boats, derelict vehicles registered or unregistered, that are encroaching on the right-a-way or boulevard of the District of Taylor to relocate items onto their private land.

This will enable regular road mainence to take place safely.

Any vehicles left unattended in the alleys or streets may be removed so not to impede maintenance and Fire Department apparatuses.

Please feel free to contact the Bylaw Officer at the Municipal Office if more information is required.

Gordon Davies Bylaw Officer District of Taylor

WELCOME NEW BABY I

“ 2 Standard Garbage Containers which shall contain no more than 95 liters, and must not weigh more then 25kg each when fully used for the collection of garbage from residential dwelling premises per pick up.

Bylaw No. 675, 2005 Garbage Collection and Disposal Amendment Bylaw “Tag-a-Bag” means a tag which must be placed on all garbage bags which exceed the quantity limits for garbage removal in this bylaw, with such tags being made available by the District of Taylor for a fee.”

Residential Water/Sewer/ Garbage Charges Residential water/sewer/garbage bills were mailed in February. The charges cover the calendar year of 2011. Please note that if payment is made on or before April 30th 2011 a payment discount is granted.

IT’S A BOY!!!

Congratulations to Shane & Sarah Cornet on the birth of their son OWEN GREGORY CORNET on March 21, 2011. 9lbs 3ozs.

24 people required to start a Weight Watcher Club in Taylor.

If you are interested please contact Jean at 250-789-3777 if I am not in please leave me a message.

A special bouquet goes out to the road maintenance men for always being on top of road situations!

Thank You, Taylor Citizens

For all of your yard care needs!

Edging, Weeding, Mowing ETC....

We invite you to join us for our Spring Tea and Bazaar Saturday, April 9th - 11am - 3pm at the Baldonnel School Gym. Contact 250-785-3194 for more information!

CALL KRISTINE DOERKSEN 250-793-2463

Keep Your New Years Resolutions!!!

The Tower Lake Community Hall is hosting:

The Taylor Community Garden Club is ready to get going again this year. I am looking for some community volunteers to help keep this garden running.

We will be hosting a meeting, Tuesday, April 26th at 7:00pm at the Community Services Office (Behind the Taylor Community Hall). 9896 Cherry Ave. West.

Call Kristine Doerksen for more Information!

250-793-2463.

Total Body Sculpting Classes!

Every Monday Night @ 7:45-8:45 $8.00/class *Please bring 5 or 10lb weights if you have them, and a yoga mat for floor work and stretching* For More info, or if you have any questions, please call Amanda at 789-9866

The Step of Faith It‟s been said that if you want to walk on water, you have to get out of the boat. That statement speaks a lot about faith. It takes faith to climb out of the safety of our boats and walk with God, trusting Him. And, God calls us to a life of faith that will often require us to leave the safety, security and comfort of our current situation and follow Him. What we have to remember is that the life to which He is calling us is far greater than the state in which we find ourselves now. Walking on water is far greater than sitting in a boat.

So, the question we need to ask ourselves is this; “What boat am I currently sitting in?”

Where in this world are you looking to for security, safety and assurance? Who or what are you placing your faith in? Where do you run to when you‟re afraid, anxious, or angry?

Maybe your boat is your financial status, and you find peace in knowing how much you have.

Or maybe your boat is some habit or addiction that you run to for escape from the pressures of life. Your boat could even be a job that makes you feel important and gives you a purpose. Now, obviously there is nothing wrong with having jobs, hobbies and money. But, if we are placing our hope, assurance and faith in those things they have become gods to us.

And, the Living God is calling us to stop trusting in those things. If we are sitting in the boat rather than placing our hope and trust in the Lord Jesus, we need to step out in faith and get out of the boat and follow Jesus.

God‟s been teaching me a lot personally about faith over the past year. My wife Corinne and I are coming into a time of transition in our lives where I will no longer be on staff at Peace Community Church. My job at the church and my role as associate pastor were becoming my boat, and I needed to step out and find out what God has for me next.

I‟m still waiting to find that out, but I know it will be great because it will be what God wants.

And, in this process of change and waiting and praying, my faith is being stretched and tested and worked, and I think it‟s getting stronger. I guess anytime something is exercised, it naturally grows stronger.

So, if I can leave a parting challenge with you, it‟s this from the book of Proverbs; “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.” That‟s found in Proverbs chapter three, verses five and six. I memorized that when I was a child, and it‟s amazing how poignant it has been throughout my life. I pray that you will trust the Lord enough to get out of the boat. And, I pray that He will make your paths straight as you place all of your trust in Him.

God bless!

Chris Millington

B.C. SENIOR GAMES Your 55 + Games “Come Play with us…”

When: August 16th to 20th, 2011 Where: The West Kootenays (Castlegar, Nelson, & Trail) We have had our first meeting. Playoffs must be all done by mid June. Bus and rooms will be arranged. Shirley Unruh and others are selling tickets to go toward the participants‟ costs. Golfer‟s expenses are more, as they pay for half the green fees. There are fifteen venues to choose from. The Games started in Vernon in 1988 with 630 registered participants and last year in Comox, numbers increased to 3800 attendees. What can I say…

A long bus ride, with lots of laughs. Play Bingo and cards. Come join the Fun! And now. What should have been first… Congratulations to the STARS of “Village on a Diet.” You were truly wonderful. You gave us ten evenings of great entertainment. Our village, with it‟s beautiful hills, looked spectacular.

We live in one of the most beautiful places. Take a minute to just look around and enjoy it, even with the mountains of snow.

Freda Murphy

The Parent Advisory Council at Taylor Elementary School recently held a ticket raffle to raise money for new playground equipment at our school.

We would like to send a HUGE thank you to the following sponsors for our Playground Raffle Fundraiser because without your generosity, it would not have been possible!

The District of Taylor/Lone Wolf Golf Course Rogers Trucking Inc. Sugar Ray’s Hotshot & Pilot Service DGS Astro Paving Ltd. Urban Systems Ltd./Quality Inn Northern Grand Jim Parsons TAYLOR ELEMENTARY PAC PLAYGROUND RAFFLE WINNERS WERE DRAWN ON MARCH 18, 2011 — THE WINNERS ARE: 1st Prize: 2011 Lone Wolf Golf Membership w Pro-shop Certificate donated by the District of Taylor.

Ticket # 0026 — Karen Wuthrich

2nd Prize: Don Cherry Autographed Blazer & Shirt Ensemble donated by Rogers Trucking Ticket # 1139 — R. Kennedy

3rd Prize: 10 Piece Kitchen Aid Cook Set

donated by Sugar Ray‟s Hotshot & Pilot Service Ticket # 1062 — Bernard Sainas

4th Prize: 26” Men‟s Kranked Aluminum Frame Bike donated by DGS Astro Paving Ltd. Ticket # 0886 — Jeremy Lega

5th Prize: One Night‟s Stay at the Quality Inn Northern Grand/$100 Gift Card to JD Fitzgerald‟s Pub donated by Urban Systems Ltd and Quality Inn Northern Grand Ticket # 1035 — Jim MacDonald

6th Prize: 30” by 36” Framed Mirror donated by Jim Parsons Ticket # 1034 — Pat Hards

THANK YOU!!!!!

The Taylor Curling Club would like to thank the participants for coming out to our first 2 X 2 Bonspiel. Great curling, good sportsmanship and a fantastic time was had by all. Fourteen teams participated with the Brent Lock taking top honors with students Dylan and Braden Lock and second Alice Lock. The Greg Haugen rink placed second with students Erin and Brennan Gee and second Marlene Miller. Rob Fuhriman team placed third with Shelley and girls Madison & Brooklyn. Kyle Kimmie skipped his parents and sister Kara to fourth place honors.

A big thanks to our sponsors for providing prizes for our amazing junior curlers:

Rapid Wireline A-1 Brake Milner Construction Transpeace Arctic Spas Big League Utilities Brenda & Larry Farquharson Today's Techniques Ed & Lori Hadland

Also a big thanks to the Lone Wolf Golf Course and the District of Taylor for sponsoring a 2011 junior golf membership for our skills competition which was won by Sterling Middleton. Sterling completed a successful draw to the back eight and made a hit and roll to the button to win the membership

Peace Passage Skating Club AGM Peace Passage Skating Clubs Annual General Meeting will be held upstairs of the Taylor Curling Rink beside the Arena.

It will be held Thursday, April 7th at 6:00pm. If you are already apart of our association or are considering joining please come out and support our club.

The more people attend the meeting, the better our chances are at maintaining our low registration fees!

Again our AGM will be held upstairs at the Taylor Curling Rink, on the 7th of April at 6:00pm.

Hope to see you all there.

Taylor Tornadoes Update!

The minor hockey season has come to an end in Taylor. For some (the parents) it is with a sigh of relief, for others (the children) it is a large disappointment! The weekends are no longer strictly for the children and we (the parents) regain some semblance of control over our lives once again. It is a sure sign of changing seasons – now all we need is for the weather to cooperate!

By all accounts, the season was a great success. If success is measured in fun, then it was a runaway, slam dunk! It concluded with a 4 on 4 tournament and pizza party on the March 12 – 13 weekend. This tournament brings all the teams together in a display of comradeship that speaks volumes about Taylor.

Each 4 on 4 team was made up of players from pre-novice, novice, atoms and Pee Wee, with the rules structured to maximize the involvement of all players – no matter what your size or skill level. Kudos to the tournament and pizza party organizers for such excellent functions!

If your children have not experienced the comradeship of team sports in Taylor, we would invite you to ensure that you register them next year. If the display put on by the Can Skate hockey players at the Peace Passage Figure Skating Club is an indication of what might be moving into the ranks ofminor hockey next year, our success is assured. We would invite you to become a part of the growing hockey movement in Taylor. By all accounts, we might even have 2 novice teams next year because of this growing interest.

The reality is that we welcome everyone!

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If you are worried about the commitment it takes to get them to the games, let us assure you that the comradeship extends to the parents as well – as everyone is willing to pitch in and help each other when necessary!

But I would be remiss if I didn‟t describe some of the action before the final four on four tournament! Our pre-novice team (which is considered the foundation or building block of your minor hockey program) competed in two tournaments to wind up their competitive season - the Fort St. John and

Dawson

Creek Tournaments. To say they carried on with their winning ways would be an understatement.

In the Fort St. John Tournament, Taylor went undefeated. They started with an exciting 4-2 win over Dawson Creek Blue Thunder and finished with identical 8-4 wins over the Fort St. John Twilight and Windsor Plywood teams.

In the Dawson Creek Tournament, it was a little different – but a 2 and 2 record saw Taylor bring home the third place trophy. A nice bit of hardware to end the „competitive season‟ for the guys and gals as pre -novice tournaments are rarely structured to have finishing „placements.‟ In the round robin, the tournament started of with a bit of shock and awe as Taylor lost to Tumbler Ridge 7 to 5. An unexpected turn of events as the last time the Taylor team played them it was a 14–0 victory.

Kudos must be give to the Tumbler Ridge team for all their hard work, as the level of improvement in such a short period of time was astounding.

Taylor rebounded in the next game to beat Dawson Creek Blue Thunder leaving all three teams in the round robin with a 1-1 record. Fortunately for us, we were awarded second place on goal differential tie breaker and were able to move with Dawson Creek to the cross over.

As the second place team, we were challenged to take on the 1st place team of the other round robin – the powerhouse that is Chetwynd, who are undefeated for the year! But our guys and gals were up to the challenge and gave us perhaps the best game of the year in a losing effort. It was magnificent though, no one really gave them a chance – except themselves. They hustled all game long, shut down the Chetwynd team and took a 3-2 lead into the 3rd period behind the (as usual) stellar goaltending of Kagen Wollen. They held the lead until the 8 minute mark and were pressing for another goal when the puck bounced the wrong way and a 2 man breakaway resulted in the tying goal. Chetwynd then went on to win 5-3.

Great job Chetwynd – but we are looking forward to challenging you again next year!

With the loss, we were relegated to the 3rd place game where we once again played Dawson Creek Blue Thunder with the same result as the first game. Congratulations to all the players – the level of hard work and commitment they demonstrated for 5 and 6 year olds was truly admirable! But, to be honest, it was no different than the attitude displayed by all Taylor Teams!

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The 2010/2011 Taylor Hockey Teams consisted of the following extraordinary youths: Pre-Novice

Novice

Atom

Pee Wee

Armstrong, Morgan

Amedt, Julia

Amedt, Matthew

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Tower Lake Community Hall

Spring Fling Dance Saturday, April 9 9:00pm-2:00am Music Supplied By: Music By Mohart Tickets in advance: $15.00 ea To purchase tickets, or for more info please call: Amanda @ 789-9866 Jenn @ 789-5604 NO MINORS PLEASE

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6 Council Meeting 5:00pm

Peace Community Church 10:30 Bootcamp 5:30 - 6:30 pm

10 Church of

Bootcamp 6:30 - 7:30pm

Floor Hockey Tai Chi 7:00 - 8:30pm 6:00 - 7:15pm

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Peace Passage AGM 6:00pm

Good Shepherd

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BINGO! 7-9pm 15

Spring Tea & Bazaar!

11 - 3pm Tower Lake Spring Fling Dance!

9:00pm

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Good Shepherd

9:30am

Taylor Public Library Spring Fling Thing!

5:30pm

Peace Community Church 10:30 Bootcamp 5:30 - 6:30 pm

17 Church of

Floor Hockey Tai Chi 7:00 - 8:30pm 6:00 - 7:15pm

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Bootcamp 6:30 - 7:30pm

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Good Shepherd

9:30am

Bootcamp 5:30 - 6:30 pm

24 Easter Party!

11am - 1pm Church Services & Bootcamp

Town Lake Easter Egg Hunt 1:00 - 4:00pm

Committee Meeting 4:00pm

Peace Community Church 10:30

Floor Hockey Tai Chi 7:00 - 8:30pm 6:00 - 7:15pm

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26 Community Garden Meeting 7:00pm

Last Day of Floor Hockey Tai Chi 7:00 - 8:30pm 6:00 - 7:15pm

Bootcamp 6:30 - 7:30pm

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Children’s Activity Night!

6-8pm

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Bootcamp 6:30 - 7:30pm

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