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Nelson Ford Reverse Beard Off Outdoor SkatePark Fundraiser Shave Off Thursday, August 25 SpiritBar Doors 8 p.m. Event 9 p.m. sharp
After over nine years, Nelson is finally getting an outdoor skatepark, but with at least $400,000 dollars needed, it does seem as though the hard work is just getting started. The Nelson Ford Reverse Beard Off might end up being just the drop in the bucket of what’s needed. The fur is ready to fly all in the name of the cause so these kids can finally have a place to call their own. The Beard Off is a rather simple idea. Eight guys have committed to growing beards throughout the summer (although councilor Robin Cherbo has had his beard for over 30 years) and will be shaving them off at SpiritBar on Thursday, August 25. The “why” is pretty simple; nobody we talked to has ever heard of anything like this being done and if you want to raise funds these days you have to be creative.
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Miscellaneous observations, recommendations, issues and what-have- yous worth considering or not this week in Nelson.
Nelson’s newest movie theatre is open for business: No, the Civic
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Theatre isn’t reopening any time soon. However Nelson does have a new movie mini-theatre worth checking out. Reo’s has opened a 12-seat mini theatre in its renovated upstairs. Talk about ‘sit back and enjoy the show’ - comfortable theatre seating for up to 12 people, surround sound and a 50” screen (why do we still talk big in inches?). The mini-theatre is available to book for whatever event you have in mind – movie clubs, birthday parties, games nights. Pass the popcorn! Contact Reo’s Video on Front Street for rental details. Unimpressed Just
in case you didn’t realize it, that music blasting out of every square inch of your vehicle doesn’t impress the girls (or anyone else for
that matter). If you’re wanting to attract attention, you’re succeeding, but did you really want everyone to notice you for being a self-absorbed jerk (not to mention your taste for bad music)? Yum: Fabulous food to check out in Nelson and area. CAKE!!! Did
someone say cake? Welcome to Nelson’s newest bakeshop. Lucky Cupcakes just opened in the 500 block of Baker Street. If you’ve been to the markets you’ll know it was high time the sell-out cupcake queen set up permanent shop. You won’t be disappointed she did. Cupcakes have gained huge followings in recent years – there’s even a reality TV shows about a cupcake shop. No need for TV, Nelson’s now got its own cupcake hook up. Lucky Cupcakes = lucky Nelson! ~Paula Hudson-Lunn
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August 29 - September 5 Nelson
Featuring a series of events for the whole family this year’s pride week promises to be fun for all stripes. After fifteen years we’ve finally gotten past that awkward stage and this year we’re coming out bigger and better than ever. We’ve heightened the atmosphere of awareness and acceptance of the diversity within our community and the integral part we play in the culture of the Kootenays. NEW this year will be our first ever Family Day. For the kids: balloon popping fun, magician, face painters, potato sack races, three legged costume racing and more! Lots of free prizes and stuff! For everyone: live music, and entertainment. Vendors, food, crafts and mer-
chandise by The Cottonwood Farmer’s Market (West Kootenay Eco Society). 3-6 p.m. Saturday, September 3. This event is absolutely free and guaranteed to be a fun afternoon. Baker Street will once again be festooned in rainbow flags as the street merchants compete vigorously to win the best dressed window award. Little Sisters, the legendary Davie Street book store will be sending a whole contingent out from the coast. They will have a table at Family and at the Rally. For more information visit:
kootenaypride@facebook.com
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whimsical and cutesy. Adorable little
believe that fashion is art and a
bandeau tops are perfect for mixing
woman should decorate her body and
and matching under your clothes, for
feel sexy doing so.
side tanks or alone as a top. Great fit-
I have said before and I will say
ting and I must mention the fabric,
it again, there is nothing sexier than
it’s oh so soft. The panties are by far
wearing a piece of lingerie that makes
my favourite. There is nothing better
you feel fabulous; it uplifts your mood.
than your butt looking good and these
When we feel sexy, our confidence
undies will do that. P.S.
shines through. Having a little lace
get undies with kitty graphics. OMG
peeking through your blouse or tank
amazing!! Lastly, Marlies Dekkers straight from
part of being a sexy confident woman
Holland: this line is for the rock and
- it’s in our blood. We should never
roll girl in us. I have to say the bras
be ashamed to show off little bits that
are not only soft; the lines, detail, fit
enhance our outfits and make us feel
and how they showcase your body is
sexy. It’s all in how your present your-
all very sexy. I like the fact that if you
self.
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your shoulders and bust line look
so why not head down and get a
great and let’s be honest, all of us
complimentary fitting. There are no
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stop in at Esprit de la Femme and get
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talk about are to die for. Let’s indulge.
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with the bras that come on a darling
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little pearl hanger: how cute is that!
bras and underwear and lets’ face it,
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time you are downtown, come in and
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say hello to the girls at Esprit at 4-502
soft pastel, blacks and wonderful floral
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patterns. There are a lot of options,
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A Short Shot Of Library ...and the story continues
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The Library’s strategic plan team iden-
E F L - B S. N ()-
tified strategic priorities that address building the collection in response to The Nelson Public Library is an open
shifting needs; services, access, and
book when it comes to its long term
hours of operation; and expansion of
plan. A draft strategic plan for the
programming in technological and lit-
next five years is now available for
eracy skills, all built upon a sustain-
public feedback until Friday, Septem-
able foundation in management and
ber 16. The plan may be accessed at
governance.
www.nelsonlibrary.ca or hard copies may be picked up in the library.
“The Library is never a closed book,” Stockdale says. “We are always re-
The plan articulates the Library’s
ceiving and responding to feedback.
mission statement, vision, and val-
But now, we are specifically asking
ues and analyzes its service demo-
for input on our official five-year plan
graphic and areas of growth in terms
draft so we can begin the exciting pro-
of the way the library is used. Since
cess of its implementation.”
the Library’s renovation and last fall’s
Feedback may be received attention
referendum, membership increases
June Stockdale by email: jstockdale@
include 6% in Nelson, 77% in Area F,
nelson.ca; by mail: Nelson Public
and 62% in Area H; also increased is
Library, 602 Stanley Street, Nelson,
the number of online Library visits at
BC V1L 1N4; or dropped off in person
45% and circulation of library materi-
at the Library by
als at 13%.
6pm Friday,
Some of the things Stockdale and
Sep. 16.
the Library Board heard through public surveys pointed to the desire for
The Beards continued from cover
Local businesses have been amaz-
comedy skit with actions and shav-
ing in their support! Nelson Brew-
ing throughout the evening. It’s
ing Company has donated the first
going to be a big night with a lot on
keg of this year’s Faceplant run.
the go so get there early, set your
Retallack stepped up big with “24
eye on a prize and enjoy the fine
Hours at Retallack” meals, acco-
entertainment while supporting a
modations and ripping at one of
great local cause.
North America’s prime cat ski des-
A donation table will be set up with
tinations! We also have trips to
all proceeds to the Kootenay Lake
Halcyon Hotsprings, concert pack-
Outdoor Skate Park Society.
ages, overnight stay at the Hume,
hope you can make it and show
a Freeride package from Whitewa-
support for those who never gave
ter and lots more! With live auc-
up on the idea of our very own
tion, door prizes, silent auction and
skate park in Nelson. We promise
raffles you are sure to walk away
an entertaining evening, to say the
with something!
least!
tainment starting at 9 p.m. Lucas
~Chad Hansen Publisher
Myers, Joel West, Man from Havana
For more info or if you’d like to sponsor
(Ness from Kashoo), an improv
contact chad@kootenayquickshot.ca
Doors open at 8 p.m., with enter-
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We
Get Outside ...
Pion e e r s
Retallack - the world acclaimed backcountry catskiing destination, and Riley McIntosh have teamed up to offer a unique backcountry mountain biking experience. You’ll be able to access descents of up to 5,000 vertical feet via a combination of off-road vehicles and helicopters. Luxury food and accommodations will be provided at Retallack’s 11,000 square foot lodge - located in the heart of the Selkirk Mountains. “I can’t wait to share the flowing trails, with nothing but miles of winding single-track separating them from a fully stocked bar, gourmet dinner, hot tub, sauna and massage waiting at the bottom – all for a package value that is comparable to what you’d spend on a typical bike park trip,” McIntosh said, who has been at the forefront of backcountry mountain biking for more than a decade. In that time, his talent for building mountain biking trails has earned him a level of respect from his fellow trail builders and freeriders that is second to none. He is the previous founder of Rilor Wilderness that specialized in backcountry mountain biking tours. He has architected numerous legendary intermediate and advanced trails, including Powerslave (recently featured in the movie “Life Cycles”), and has helped to build many others throughout the Kootenay region in British Columbia. Retallack general manager, Phil Pinfold, said that the company’s first priority is to build on Retallack’s reputation for outstanding terrain by providing exceptional service to both new and existing customers. Packages and trails will be geared towards both intermediate and advanced riders.
Retallack director, Kevin Arcuri, said that its owners and management team were thrilled to be pioneers in the guided backcountry mountain biking industry and that its summer mountain biking operations would mirror the professionalism and safety standards of its winter backcountry ~Freeskier Magazine catskiing operations. “We are dedicated to providing the highest quality backcountry experience to our customers. Retallack is 100% owned by expert skiers, snowboarders and mountain bikers – including legendary freeskiers Seth Morrison and Tanner Hall. All of our decisions are thus made by riders, for riders,” he said. Retallack is the first cat or heli-skiing operation to be awarded four green keys from the Hotel Association of Canada’s Green Key Eco-Rating program, meaning that it has been judged as showing “national industry leadership and commitment to protecting the environment through wide-ranging policies and practices.” Retallack was recently ranked as “The best cat or heli-skiing operation in the world” by Freeskier Magazine in both industry and reader polls. For more information visit: www.retallack.com
“The best cat or heli-skiing operation in the world”
Racing For
7 Days
Fernie to Canmore A local cross country/ marathon bike racer by the name of Travis Hauck just returned from a seven day race called the Trans Rockies. The Trans Rockies starts in Fernie, BC and ends in Canmore, AB. This race draws competitors from all over the world and since this was the 10th year anniversary, it was quite special. In this race you have to team up with a partner and ride together. After riding over 400 km, spending 23 hours spread out over the seven days, Travis and his partner Brian Cooke (from Canmore, AB) finished in third place in the men’s open category. Travis
would like to thank the Nelson District Credit Union and Gerick Cycle for helping him out with race fees and bike parts. Once again I would like to remind everyone about the upcoming Fat Tire Festival. The event will be held August 26-28th with lots of activities and tons of prizes. The organizers hope to attract all ages and all skill levels of cyclists out for the bicycle celebration. Pre-register for the events at Gerick’s or Sacred Ride. Thanks for reading, ~Anonymous Cyclist.
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Humans
The Hap p en in g s
Friday SpiritBar
Aug. 18 - Aug. 24 106.9FM Serving the Kootenay/Boundary for 80 years.
SpiritBar
The Royal
422 Vernon Street, Nelson
330 Baker Street, Nelson
www.humehotel.com/spiritbar
www.liveattheroyal.com
Friday Humans Electronica
Thursday
Saturday DJ Headspin Rap, Hip-Hop, Funk, Soul, 80’s, Dancehall
Friday
Shane Philip w/ The Ty Wes Trio
Afro-beat, Folk, Roots Music
Robbie Slade from the Indie/ Electro Soul/Pop duo known has Humans has deep roots in Nelson. His dad Bob Slade is the Deputy Fire Chief, his mom Jennifer Cowan is a former President of Rotary and the day after their show at SpiritBar
Library Lounge
his sister Sarah, is getting married
Hume Hotel
here. No pressure to have a big gig!
422 Vernon Street, Nelson
The other half of the band is Montreal filmmaker Peter Ricq. When asked to describe themselves in 20 words or less: “A fusion of two separate genres by two men from
Sunday - Thursday evenings Live Jazz
MarketFest
separate sides of a large country
Baker Street, Nelson
speaking two separate languages;
http://bit.ly/q8Cmy6
together.”
FRIDAY Kootenay stage - DJ TBA 6:15 - 6:45 Samba Band 6:45 - 7:45 Brian Rosen & The WhatNow 8:00 - 9:00 P.A.N.D.A. 9:30 - 10:30 Shane Philip
There’s a lot of influences at play here to say the least and the boys are getting better every show out. They’ve been called Vancouver’s best party band and that kind of talk was instrumental in scoring them
DJ Rhapsody & Shasta
Saturday The Carnival Band w/ Oxygen Orkestar
Calypso, Funk, Klezmer, Jazz Sunday Royal Blues Jam
Blues Tuesday Magic Bus w/ DJ Suplex
Touchstones 502 Vernon Street, Nelson
played their first shows in Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal. Plus with the show at Austin’s SXSW fest this past spring their star does indeed look to be on the rise. First though they need to entertain the wedding party, maybe their toughest gig yet.
~Chad Hansen
Trivia Solutions; 1. Gayle 2. 46 O = 46th state was Oklahoma; 3. Glenn Close 4. David Copperfield, Illusionist 5. Mercury/Venus
ver a couple weeks ago. They just
Stanley Stage - DJ Rhapsody 6:45 - 7:15 Oxygen Orkestar 7:15 - 815 Heavy Shtetl 8:30 - 9:15 Wassabi Duo 9:30 - 10:15 Pure Blend
EDIT OR/SALES MANAGER
Saturday Revolver, Sunshine Drive The Beatles Experience Eagleview Golf Course, Balfour Sunday 3:30 p.m. Rita Moir Book Launch “The Third Crop” Vallican Whole, 3762 Little Slocan River Road Free, open to public with hors d’oeuvres and desserts Monday 7:30 p.m. Pete & Joan Wernick
Bluegrass Concert Anglican Church
Saturdays 1:30-2:30 p.m. Guided Tours of Permanent Museum Exhibit Nelson Through the Lens: The historical photography of J.H.Allen Through to Aug. 27 Masters of BC Art: Hans Wilking Through to Aug. 27
Nelson Artwalk Through to September 2
Venue listing: www.ndac.ca
Bogustown 712 Nelson Ave, Nelson www.bogustownpub.com
Friday 8 p.m. “ Do N Notes” Estevan and Tracy Lynn
Send your FREE event listing to: info@kootenayquickshot.ca
Nelson from Nelson
Esther Rawick GRAPHIC/WEB ARTIST
MUSIC COLUMNIST
Robin Burton
Jen Mendizábal GRAPHIC ARTIST
FA S H I O N C O L U M N I S T
Chad Hansen PUBLISHER/ C R E AT I V E D I R E C T O R
Paula Hudson-Lunn THANK DOG IT´S F R I D AY C O L U M N I S T
Kristine Huiberts PROOFREADER
Dean Robertson DELIVERY
Quik Shot Team
Geolyn Mantei-Hansen
Saturday 1:30 p.m. BC Seniors Games Closing Ceremonies Castlegar Complex
www.nelsonmuseum.ca
an opening gig for Chromeo at the Commodore Ball Room in Vancou-
Other
Almanak
Flies to Quebec - Part II
Watch for Part III in next weeks Quick Shot
from afar, with two cars to trans-
Bernard. Our fun night suddenly
port us to our loaned apartment,
takes a dark turn when a member of
which thankfully, is quite comfort-
a Separatist Party, who was meet-
able and close to Old Quebec. At
ing upstairs, gets in Rob’s face and
the corner store, or “depanneaur”,
starts barking about Quebec Nation-
we experience our first “culture
alism. He is also the size of a small
shock” when the clerk treats us with
truck, easily 250 pounds of anger
mild disdain when we speak Eng-
and hostility. Rob demurs, of course
lish to him. Theme number three.
in English and Malik thankfully inter-
After being approved for a cultur-
luggage gorillas will be gentle with
We shake off our “travel lag” and
cedes quickly; we gulp down our
al grant, local band Almank flies to
our precious instruments - they’ve
soon decide to venture out to some
beer and beat a hasty retreat.
Nelson’s “French Sister City”, Baie St. Paul, courtesy of Association Des Francophones des Kootenays ouest to play a show. Our music columnist and frontman of the band fills us in on his adventure.
been known to be a bit rough with
of our drummer, Malik’s favourite
Later Malik tries to explain Mr.
such things. (Thankfully everything
watering holes who grew up here.
Hostility wasn’t really “Anti-Anglo”,
was fine there and back).
After all, our internal clocks are
just drunk and passionate about
three hours behind, so 10 p.m. in
Quebec Nationalism, but the three
QC is actually 7 p.m. to us.
of us aren’t convinced. The incident
Day one: The four of us con-
time for the most refreshing $10
narrow
I
and we head for home with a genu-
vene at the very-un-rock-and-roll-
beer I’ve ever had and some food,
immediately understand why it’s
ine feeling of being strangers in a
hour of 7 a.m., load up the van
which you can only purchase with
so romanticized - Old Quebec City
strange land, unknown and unwant-
and leave town. As we roll through
a credit card nowadays on flights.
is stunning with its 400-year-old
ed. I feel great trepidation about
the intersection at the highway, a
This “modern travel technology vs.
architecture.
our gig the next day farther north
huge rainbow appears in front of
the band” became another theme.
Our first stop, after getting some
us in the sky, despite the lack of
Two hours later, we touch down in
poutine, is a somewhat decrepit bar
any discernible rain. Good mojo!
Quebec.
where Malik used to work, owned by
~Nelson from Nelson
a charming 84-year-old man named
*Full story online: kootenayquickshot.ca
By the time we land four and a half hours later in Toronto, our plane is slightly delayed, leaving us
We arrive at the airport and pray the
Two friends show up like angels
An art slam is an art competi-
Nelson. So even if you do not par-
tion—with a
twist. Purely relying
ticipate in the competition, be sure
on creativity, originality, endurance
to come to the Showcase for an
and caffeine, teams or individuals
inspiring evening!
will have 72 hours to create and submit
event is to address the social
piece of artwork. Par-
issues and stigma surrounding
ticipants can submit
HIV/AIDS in our
a film, poetry, the-
while celebrating artists and
atre, song, painting,
art in our community. 100%
sculpture,
of the money raised from the
type
dance— of
streets,
leaves a bad taste in our mouths
and fall asleep wondering if this trip was such a good idea after all.....
community,
artist
event goes to supporting indi-
expression. The only
viduals affected by HIV/AIDS,
rules are the theme
such as subsidizing health care
and prop (as given at
costs.
the kick-off meeting)
also aims to join the commu-
However,
this
event
must be present in the final product
nity together through art. By keep-
and the deadline is absolute.
ing the event parameters open, we
The competition will be held Fri-
hope to draw all different genres of
day, August 19 to Monday, August
art and artist. For more informa-
22 with cash prizes.
will
tion, or to register, contact Carmen
then be a Showcase event with all
or Brahm at aids-walk@ankors.
of the art on Friday, August 26 at
bc.ca or 250.505.5506. We look
the Prestige Resort Hotel here in
forward to your entries!
There
cobblestone
The principal objective of this
original
any
an
As Malik guides us through the
Watch your thoughts; they become words. Watch your words; they become actions. Watch your actions; they become habits. Watch your habits; they become character. Watch your character; it becomes your destiny. ~Lao-Tze
This Week ~Shane Philip ~DJ Rhapsody & Shasta ~Magic Bus For Concert Tickets & More Go To:
LiveAtTheRoyal.com For Great Food, Espresso & Live Music.
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Across
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After reading this sentence you will realize that the the brain doesn’t recognize a second the. Now you re-read it to see if that’s true.
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Aquarius (Jan. 21- Feb. 19)
Don’t be critical or overly opinionated with dislikes; it could cause disapproval and unwanted opposition. Organize your day to avoid any setbacks that might ignite temper flare-ups. Your lucky day this week will be Thursday.
Stick to doing things that make you a better person physically and mentally. Hobbies will be good for your emotional well being. Travel and educational pursuits may help alleviate the stress. Your lucky day this week will be Sunday.
Virgo (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23)
Pisces (Feb. 20-Mar. 20)
Someone you live with may feel totally neglected. Your confidence will stabilize your position. Take whatever time you can to get to know each other all over again. Your lucky day this week will be Thursday.
Eliminate situations that are no longer to your advantage. Involvement in financial schemes will be followed by losses. You might find that coworkers will support your endeavors. Your lucky day this week will be Tuesday.
Libra (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23)
Aries (Mar. 21- April 20)
Someone you work with could have a personal interest in you. You may jump from the frying pan into the fire if you make a move this week. Your lucky day this week will be Monday.
You will be full of energy so find something constructive to do. You will not be pleased with family members who try to put demands on you. Your lucky day this week will be Friday
Scorpio (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22)
Taurus (Apr. 21- may 21)
You need to sit back and enjoy. Use your obvious talent to work with detail and you can come up with something great. You could have a tendency to spend too much on your home or entertainment. Your lucky day this week will be Wednesday.
Use your creative talent to accomplish your goals. A need to express yourself may come out in creative ways. You may overspend if you travel this week; however, the trip will be one to remember. Your lucky day this week will be Saturday.
Sagittarius (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21)
Gemini (May 22-June 21)
You may find that you can be the recipient of valuable information if you’re willing to be a good listener. Try to include friends and relatives in your activities. Put your emotional energy into passion not anxiety Don’t be too eager to dismiss someone who works under you. Your lucky day this week will be Saturday.
Try not to allow superiors or those in a higher position to take advantage of you. Strong willpower will come to your rescue. You will have to put those you live with in their place if they try to interfere with your work. Your lucky day this week will be Friday.
Capricorn (Dec 22.- Jan. 20)
Cancer (June 22-July 22)
You’re best to channel your energy into work. Sudden trips will take you by surprise. Your honesty will not only win you points but also respect. Use your creative talent in order to accomplish your goals. Your lucky day this week will be Wednesday.
Your emotions have been pulled out of shape and you need to do a little backtracking. You will have to be careful not to fall into traps set by jealous colleagues. Your lucky day this week will be Sunday. ~www.starlightastrology.com
Sudoku
Place a digit from 1 to 9 in each empty cell so every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains all the digits 1 to 9.
250.354.2000
9
7
5 7 1
402 Baker St. Nelson, BC.
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Go from one arrow to the other on each side. Follow the path, over or under the other paths.
In the “Wizard of Oz,” what
was Dorothy’s last name?
2.
What
number
and
letter
would continue this geographical and historical sequence: 50H, 49A, 48A, 47 NM, ?
3.
Which actress starred in the
1987 classic film, Fatal Attraction?
4. He is one of the highest earning entertainers in the world. He is not a singer, not related to film, not an actor, not an author, not a writer, not related to sports, but he is named after a fictional character. Name this entertainer.
5.
Name all the planets in our
solar system without a moon.
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SnapShots: In Praise of Tansy The common tansy, sometimes known
as
“golden
buttons”
the dead. By the 19th century, it is
or
said that tansy was used so much in
“bitter buttons,” is a tough peren-
New England funerals that it came
nial plant that grows just about
into disfavour because of its morbid
everywhere in the Kootenays, and
association with death.
much of the world for that matter. Significantly,
the
word
Tansy has been used to treat
“tansy”
intestinal worms, rheumatism, mi-
comes from the Greek word for
graines, digestive problems, fevers,
To the man who only has a hammer, everything he encounters begins to look like a nail.
immortality and it certainly has
sores and to “bring out” the mea-
staying power.
sles. Although most of its medical
~Abraham Maslow
Bright yellow flowers that resem-
uses have been discredited, tansy is
ble small buttons and clustered in
still listed as an external treatment
the shape of an umbrella bloom the
for fevers and colds.
top of the stems from midsummer
Tansy shines as an insect repel-
to fall, tansy is hard to miss this
lent. Keep it in pots near your door
time of year, and self-seeds abun-
to repel ants, and on windowsills to
dantly.
repel flies. Use it in insect-repel-
In spite of its beauty, tansy has
ling lotions. And since it’s near the
a strong, somewhat bitter aroma.
end of summer, it’s- time to snip a
It was formerly used in embalm-
few branches of tansy, which dries
ing, packed into coffins, wrapped
nicely upside down, does not fade
in funeral sheets and wound into
and will sustain your indoor winter
wreaths to rest on the remains of
bouquets.
Cruisin’ for a Cause
#3 502 Baker Street. Nelson, BC. 250.354.4843
On Thursday, August 25, cruise down to the A&W in Nelson, Castlegar or Grand Forks and order a Teen Burger. $1 from every Teen Burger sold will be donated to the MS Society. You will have the opportunity to enter raffles, win prizes & support a great cause! Go to the Castlegar A&W to get a slice of the “Teen Burger” cake, or head on down to the Nelson Railway location at dinner time and enjoy old fashioned car hop service!
A Strong Voice Standing Up For You www.michellemungall.ca Page 10
You can expect to see a few vintage cars taking in the Cruisin’ as well! Another easy way to help raise money is to go to the A&W Cruisin’ for a Cause Facebook event page and RSVP. For every RSVP received, A&W will donate $.50 to the charity! See you on the 25th!
A Wacky World...
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Yes, they’re asking me to do housework” A boy of 11 called a German police emergency line to complain of “forced labour” after his mother told him to help clean the home. Police say the boy spoke to an officer complaining “I have to work all day long. I haven’t any free time.” His mother told the officer the boy had kept threatening to call them, having repeatedly complained of having to do housework during the school holidays. A transcript of the conversation, printed in local newspapers, revealed the officer asking
the boy to describe the kind of “forced labour” he was doing. The boy replied that he had to clean the home and terrace, it said. Asked if he knew what forced labour was, the boy said he did, and the police officer asked to speak to his mother, who at that stage was standing next to him. She explained he had called after being asked to pick up paper from the floor, adding: “He plays all day long and when told to tidy up what he’s done, he calls it forced labour.” ~www.bbc.co.uk
Distracted Police spotted David Secker, 34, holding one handset to his right ear as he appeared to use a second telephone in his left hand to send a text message while driving in Blofield in Norfolk, east England. An officer said that once he had stopped the jobless driver, he was kept waiting while the suspect finished his conversation before he would talk to the police patrol, The (London) Times reported. Secker denied that he had been steering his car with his knees, causing it to swerve across the road. At an earlier hearing, Secker, was found guilty of using a
mobile while driving, having no insurance and not being in a position to have proper control of his vehicle. He received eight penalty points for driving without insurance, three points for not being in proper control and a further three points for mobile phone use. In addition to a year’s ban, he was fined £150 ($245). Road safety groups were furious at the sentence. “Yet another example of someone who has repeatedly committed offences that pose a significant threat to human life being let off with a slap on the wrist.” ~www.news.com
computer repair centre inc. 614 Front St., Nelson BC V1L 4B7 250.505.5220 paxx@telus.net www.paxxcomputers.com
Ahi Tuna with Wasabi Guacamole From the kitchen of Executive Chef, Jeromie Strom of Ric’s Grill.
1 Ahi tuna filet 1 small piece daikon 1 small piece cucumber 1/2 cup wasabi powder 1 avocado 1 clove garlic 3 tbsp lime juice 2 fluid ounce fresh cilantro 4 oz olive oil 2 fluid oz cracked black pepper
Method:
Mix 3/4 wasabi powder with cracked pepper (save left over). Combine remaining wasabi with avocado, garlic, cilantro and lime juice in food processor, peel & slice daikon and cucumber into thin circles. Coat tuna in wasabi and pepper. Heat olive oil in sauce pan and sear tuna on all sides to rare. Slice tuna in half (like a sandwich)
Presentation:
Layer tuna, gaucamole, cucumber and daikon. Top with leftover guacamole. Enjoy .
250-352-2001 5643 Taghum Frontage Road Nelson, BC V1L 6Y2
www.kootenaywoodstoves.com
kootenaywoodstoves@gmail.com
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Community Bulletin Board Full Listings at www.kootenayquickshot.ca Send your community event announcement to: info@kootenayquickshot.ca and we’ll help spread the word! Sparkle & Shine Fundraiser Sale
Discover Nelson Photo Contest
Tuesday, August 23 7 p.m.
Open to all visitors to Nelson and
Above Reo’s Video 607 Front St.
residents re-discovering Nelson.
In support of Nelson Community
Photo submissions will be accepted
Services Centre
until Sunday, August 28. To submit photo: Drop off a printed photo at
So You Wanna...Be Your Own
the Visitor Centre/Chamber, 225
Boss’
Hall Street, email:
info session
August 29
with Austin Partridge
info@discovernelson.com or post
Are you interested in becoming
on Twitter @DiscoverNelson
your own boss? Are you a youth
For more info: 250.352.3433
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Scooters, Bikes & parts Bike Tune-ups from $20 Buy, Sell, Trade, Consign! We guarantee our gear Hockey gear is hear! It's OK to be quear!
ily n da Ope , Sun 11-4 0 9-5:3 AFFORDABLE RECREATION 510 Hall St.
250-505-5055
Always forgive your enemies; nothing annoys them so much. ~Oscar Wilde
entrepreneur who is looking for some guidance and further
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assistance with your idea? Do
August 19 - August 22
you have questions about where
Participants can submit a film,
to go from here? For more infor-
poetry, theatre, song, painting,
mation: YERC 250.352.5656 or
sculpture, dance—any type of
workshops@yerc.ca to register.
artist expression. $25 entry fee
hour
Art Slam - ANKORS
with money to support individuSt. Saviour’s Anglican Church
als affected by HIV/AIDS. Show-
Ward & Silica, Nelson
case August 26. For more infor-
www.stsavioursnelson.org
mation, or to register, contact
Self Guided Tour
Carmen or Brahm at aids-walk@
Daily except Sunday until
ankors.bc.ca or 250.505.5506.
September 2, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Increasing Women’s Participation Mutya Macatumpag Dance Workshop
in
Saturday, August 20 2-5p.m.
Workshop: August 27 & 28
Municipal Government
Youth/Adults (age 15+)
For more information www.fcm.ca
“Creating choreography through writing. ” For more information
KCDS Workshop Schedule
or to register: 250.352.6322 or
August 23 & 25 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
info@oxygenartcentre.org
250.352.6200 www.kcds.ca
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