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Dooley, McAdams launch bids

INSIDE Do-notcall list Local politicians could be burned by national do-not-call list. PAGE 3

Incumbent mayor and City councillor announce they’ll stand for mayor in municipal election

Dooley wants second term �� to finish ongoing projects

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Mayor John Dooley wants ��to finish another term in office some of the projects the current council has underway. He waited until his 61st birthday – Tuesday, Oct. 7– to announce his candidacy, something of a tradition for him. He made a similar announcement before he won the mayor’s position in 2005 and before his two terms as councillor “We’ve done a very good job over the past years,” Dooley said. “If it can be sustained for another couple of years I think we’ll see some real success moving forward.” Dooley says he has some priorities he wants to work on during

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Firefighters Bob Patton and Marc Thibault were at Chahko-Mika Mall on Sunday, Oct. 5, selling raffle tickets for their muscular dystrophy raffle and informing people about Fire Prevention Week, which runs until Saturday, Oct. 11. Tickets for the raffle are available at the fire station, from any firefighter, Glacier Travel or Stuart’s News. During fire prevention week, a random Panago delivery will come with the fire department who will pay for pizza if the home has a working smoke detector.

by Chris Shepherd A long-time councillor has announced he wants the mayor’s seat in the next election. Councillor Gord McAdams made government transparency a major theme when he made the long-expected announcement on Thursday, Oct. 2. “I am obsessive about transparency,” McAdams says. “When you don’t release everything you can, there is suspicion.” McAdams said that happened with the Nelson Citizen Empowerment Society’s freedom of information request on Kutenai Landing. The councillor said he supports the development and believes the community does

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another term. He said he would take the lead from council. “It’s been my style to work with council on initiatives. Their initiatives as well as my own.” Because of that, Dooley says priorities during a campaign can shift when it comes time for the new council to sit down at the table. For himself, Dooley wants to see continued work on the upgrades to Kootenay Lake Hospital, bringing a childcare facility to city hall and improving relations with city staff, the regional district and the province.

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as well. McAdams said nobody will know for sure because the alternative approval process was not followed. McAdams and the rest of council voted unanimously to abandon the alternative approval process in September. A councillor since 1999, he says people have asked their representatives to be more transparent, something he says he’s proven to be. He won the national 2007 Whistleblower Award for releasing documents about provincial plans for Grohman Narrows Provincial Park.

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One-stop jean shop Warehouse One combines affordable, stylish jeans with well-trained staff at new Chahko-Mika Mall location by Chris Shepherd People with questions about jeans, whether it’s for work or play, will likely get the answers they need at the mall’s newest store. Warehouse One is holding its grand opening on Thursday, Oct. 9 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Chahko-Mika Mall. “We can cater to the working man and we can take care of the ‘casual’ customer,” says Louise Gauthier, district manager for Warehouse One. Staff at the denim store have been through what Gauthier calls “jean university.” “We want our staff to be jean experts,” Gauthier says. “They will take care of style and fit and find something suitable to the customer’s need.” Warehouse One’s stock extends beyond jeans to

include shirts, belts, caps, hoodies, jewellery, slippers, socks and accessories. “You’ll be able to leave with a whole look.” Gauthier says that’s possible because of their prices. Jeans are priced in the $30 to $50 range. Warehouse One targets men and women in the 18 to 40 age range and Gauthier says they carry “cusp” sizes for teens and large men. Mothers and their daughters can also shop at Warehouse One, Gauthier says. While the grand opening is Thursday, there will be a sneak peak on Wednesday, Oct. 8 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Warehouse One is open from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday to Wednesday and Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday and Friday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.

Steve Parsons, assistant manager, and Lindsay Davis, manager, head a team of jean specialists at Warehouse One in Chahko-Mika Mall. CHRIS SHEPHERD

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Local politicians can’t phone home Rural directors and municipal politicians could be fined under new do-not-call list by Chris Shepherd Public response to the launch of the do-not-call list was so overwhelming phone lines and the registry website crashed, but one RDCK director is afraid local politicians could be burned by the new rules. Hans Cunningham, director for Area G in the Regional District of Central Kootenay, learned local representatives could be fined under the national donot-call list that was launched on Tuesday, Sept. 30 by the Canadian Radio-television and Te l e c o m m u n i c a t i o n s Commission (CRTC). People running for a municipal or regional

director seat often make calls to the public, says Cunningham. In previous years, if the conversation went well the candidate might ask for some money for their campaign. That request could lead to trouble, Cunningham says. At a recent Federation of Canadian Municipalities executive meeting he learned local representatives like regional directors or city councillors could be fined for asking for money over the phone. “This could be a very scary kind of thing,” Cunningham said. “Especially if you call someone who doesn’t like you and they’re on the donot-call list. They could make your life very dif-

ficult.” Denis Carmel, spokesman for the CRTC, confirmed local candidates not affiliated with a political party could be fined if they asked for a financial contribution. A local representative could be fined up to $1,500 if they called someone who had registered on the do-not-call list. To know who they can’t call, local politicians can get a one-month subscription to the list for $55. Carmel said the Federation of Canadian Municipalities and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario have raised the issue with the CRTC and said they are looking into the situation.

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Regional district buys Ainsworth Wharf and secures $54,100 towards fixing it up by Chris Shepherd The future of the Ainsworth wharf has finally been resolved. The regional district will have possession of the property by the end of October. The Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) directors approved a plan to buy the wharf for $1 at their Saturday, Sept. 20 meeting. Ainsworth lies in Andrew Shadrack’s area, Area D, and he’s excited to finally have the land for the community. “The community has been working on this for over a decade,” Shadrack said after the meeting. The wharf was originally built by the federal government and was

used during the region’s mining boom. It has fallen into disrepair and and Shadrack said an initial repair to the front of the wharf will cost in the area of $85,000. The federal government will contribute $54,100 towards fixing the wharf up as part of the agreement. The wharf will form a regional park in Ainsworth. Shadrack says it is the only public access to the water in the area and offers important handicapped access. The wharf, which has been public for many years, also serves as a spot where the local fire department could fill up their water tanker. If the RDCK hadn’t bought the wharf it would have gone up for sale on the market. When the wharf came up for

discussion at the July board meeting, Megan Rokaby-Thomas spoke against the RDCK getting involved, citing concerns about the costs to repair the wharf. Rokaby-Thomas also raised concerns that one landowner in the area could lose their driveway which crosses the property associated with the wharf. The driveway doesn’t have an easement. Another Ainsworth resident, Joe Hawse, presented directors with a petition asking the RDCK to purchase the wharf. Shadrack said the RDCK is willing to work with concerned residents to fix any problems that might come up. The federal government is expected to sign off on the sale by the end of October.

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CP Rail official visits Mayor hopeful recent talks with high-level officials bode well for developing land by Chris Shepherd City wants to tax more for contaminated sites Nelson’s mayor is hopeful a recent meeting with a high-level CP Rail official will mean progress for abandoned land on Nelson’s waterfront. Mayor John Dooley says a meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 30 with John Walsh, the vice president of real estate and supply services for CP Rail, bodes well for some of the abandoned lands on the waterfront being freed up for development. “We needed somebody at that level to look over our site,”Dooley said. The mayor and Walsh toured abandoned site and discussed its future. “I think it is going to be very beneficial to future talks,” Dooley said. There are still many questions around the lands, such as costs to clean it up, but Dooley was encouraged by the discussion.

If it’s going to sit there, we believe there should be reasonable compensation. Mayor John Dooley

Opening up that land for landstarved Nelson would be a boon for the city, Dooley said. “We do know we have lots of pressure to open up light industry.”

Dooley is also hopeful a meeting with a provincial representative will result in higher taxes for contaminated sites. At the Union of B.C. Municipalities conference at the end of September, Dooley discussed contaminated sites with Brian Currie, manager of property assessment services for the Ministry of Small Businesses and Revenue. Dooley said he asked whether contaminated sites that currently sit empty are being taxed enough. “If it’s going to sit there, we believe there should be reasonable compensation.” Dooley also said he hoped higher taxes for contaminated sites would encourage the owners to either sell or clean up the land.

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Christmas hamper fundraiser starts Dooley On Friday, Sept. 26, Scotiabank Nelson kicked off its two month-long fundraising drive for the Nelson Food Cupboard Society’s Holiday Hamper program. Through to the end of November, Scotiabank will waive all service fees for three months for new and existing clients that

bring in food or toy donations for the Nelson Food Cupboard. Scotiabank will also match all cash donations through their employee volunteer program to a maximum of $5,000. Transcendent Combat Sports at the Summit Health and Fitness Gym has joined Scotiabank on

this fundraising initiative so donations may be made at that location as well. “Even though the Christmas season is still three months away, it is important we start planning and fundraising for our hamper program now because it is such a big program,” says Marya Skrypiczajko, Nelson Food Cupboard Society Coordinator. The hampers are Rubbermaid totes filled with turkeys or chickens, vegetable and dry goods to last the recipients for two weeks around the holiday period. People can donate healthy, non-perishable foods such as sugar-free school snacks for kids, whole grain dry goods and powdered milk. For more information about the Nelson Food Cupboard, visit www. foodcupboard.org or call (250) 354-1633. Donations can be dropped off at Scotiabank at 502 Baker St. Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – submitted

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…continued from p.1 Completing a waterfront plan is another project Dooley would like to see done. A waterfront visioning document was done in 2002 but never adopted by council. It was a contentious topic during debates around Kutenai Landing, with some arguing the visioning document reflected the community’s wishes for the waterfront. “We feel it’s important that we pull that visioning document off the shelf and see how it meshes and incorporates into the OCP and the waterfront master plan.” Dooley has also set his eyes to delivering a skate park, something that has been the project of one of his competitors for mayor, Councillor Gord McAdams. “I honestly think there could have been a better job done, no question.” Dooley said he has the skills necessary to draw a team together to get the skate park built.

…continued from p.1 McAdams was working for the province at the time and was fired on his last day for his actions. “I think that speaks volumes to my style.” McAdams has set out 10 priorities for his campaign, including creating a waterfront plan. “I think the citizens have told us it [the waterfront plan] better darned well be number one.” McAdams said the plan would have made council’s decision on Kutenai Landing easier because it would have laid out the criteria for new developments. Other priorities include affordable housing, taxes, public engagement, health care, economic development, parks, climate change and tree management. McAdams says he’s running for mayor so council can run smoothly. “I’m here because I don’t think it’s working,” McAdams said.

Street Talk What would you do to improve the economy?

The government should offer more interest-free loans to start-up businesses. Not everybody wants to work for big business. Steve Evangelatos, Nelson

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I would definitely support the local economy by doing everything I could to foster the growth of the local food industry. Dawn Wegner, Nakusp

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Opinions & Letters Skate park is still at the tops of many people’s minds

Editorial Make 16-year-olds vote from home to improve democracy A problem with the way our democracy works is voter turnout isn’t high enough. In our 2005 provincial election, 58 per cent of eligible voters across the country took the time to go to the polls. At the 2006 federal election, 64 per cent of eligible voters in Canada cast their ballot. This is a problem because it means only a fraction of a portion of the population decides what party will run the country or province. The rulers don’t have a true mandate from the population. We think this is a problem that could be fixed, through a series of steps, some easy to bring about, some less so. A quick, cheap way to get voters out is to have an opinion question with every election. The question needn’t be binding, but the question should be about something that faces the government at the time. The question would pique the voters’ interest and the right question will draw out voters to voice their opinion. A more challenging step would be to make voting mandatory with penalties for not taking part. While this is essentially using the stick, the carrot (say a reward for voting) would be far more expensive. Mandatory voting is used in many countries – including Australia – so there are examples for Canada to look to. The voting age should be lowered as well, eventually to 16. This should be done over a long period of time to give us time to educate our young people. They have a vested interested in our nation’s future and giving them a voice might avoid behaviour born of frustration in our youth. Finally, we should move to electronic voting. There are many obstacles around security and confidence for voters, but if people could vote from home, we believe they would be more likely to do so. In the meantime, make democracy work the best it can and vote in the federal election on Tuesday, Oct. 14.

Fish Heads & Flowers

Flowers - to all the motorists on Hwy 3A near Corra Linn who slowed and stopped to avoid the errant black dog on a busy Monday afternoon; especially to the driver, who made some quick maneuvers to avoid hitting the pooch, and also saved much grief to the child who watch horriﬁed on the edge of the highway. Thanks to all of you a dog is alive, and a child sleeps comfortably, knowing that his best friend will greet him in the morning. Fish heads - to people who don’t vote, and then complain about the outcome. This is your opportunity to make a difference.- Dedicated voter

Flowers - to the woman who discovered that our three year old son had opened the front door and walked down the street, and returned him home to us. We have installed a chain and chimes at the top of the door! - Eternally grateful Fish heads - to all the buisness in town that don’t have an area for me to change my baby’s diaper! - Shame on you all! Flowers - to the man who sells the ﬂower buds. You put yourself on the line to provide healing and pain relief to many people like me. Please know that you are so appreciated! - Bright Blessings to you.

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Dear editor, I live in the lower Fairview neighbourhood and I signed the petition against locating the skate park at the Lakeside Park. We talked to the Castlegar RCMP, recreation director, recreation staff and we visited the Castlegar skate park many times over the summer. The Castlegar skate park has significant problems with “gangs,” intimi-

dation, violence, vandalism, 24 hour noise and illegal drug use. Many people in Castlegar want to close their skate park. To save it, the proposed solution is co-ordinated supervision between the RCMP, the City of Castlegar, and the recreation staff. Fortunately the Castlegar skate park is in a good location for supervision. The proposed Lakeside Park location is a poor location for supervision.

Dear editor, Like many people I am not keen to be surprised by a whizzing skateboard passing from behind or darting off the sidewalk into the path of my car. However, a place to build a skate park should be provided. Council has procrastinated endlessly for fear of offending a few and resolving some lingering issues.

It’s at the end of a oneway road, surrounded by a park and a forested area, and it’s close to a large, easily accessible neighbourhood. We feel that if the Nelson skate park develops some of the problems of the Castlegar skate park, our area and the Nelson skate park itself will all suffer. Michael Collier, Nelson

Yet on an issue of utmost importance to the citizens of Nelson and surrounding areas, council could not spare the time to ascertain with certainty approval from a majority. Michael Freund, North Shore

Dog bylaw keeps Nelson’s streets clean Dear editor, Regarding the letter “Dog bylaw a good reason to avoid Nelson.” (Oct. 1). I have lived here now for about 12 years and travel back and forth from Vancouver and Nelson. I guess the visitors didn’t notice the painted signs on our streets where dogs are not allowed. They are clearly painted on every corner and I must say that it is good there is a place to take your dog, so he is with other dogs. I know of no other place you can do that. Maybe we should invite our visitor

back to walk down the back alleys were many people take there dogs to their thing. Then maybe they would understand why we are trying to keep this a clean and beautiful city and not let it get like Vancouver. Maybe that city should do more about their bylaws. Maybe our guests would like to know we have thousands of travellers a year and they don’t seem to mind the bylaws. Barry O’Sullivan, Nelson

How green will the Greenhouse really be? Dear editor, The Greenhouse development is going to become another “organic” housing project. Perfect. Except for the actual building of the project. Consider the endless huge trucks spewing toxic exhaust as they stream past our homes. Then there is the noise pollution – some-

thing we do not consider in the building of our new environmentalism. And last but not least, there will be the increased flow of traffic and more pollution as the building becomes peopled with new residents and their cars. So, we can look forward to more exhaust spewing trucks of all sorts, noise and air pollution and more

cars 24/7. If I can not run water while brushing my teeth, where is the water to come from for all of these new megaprojects? These issues continue to baffle me as contradictions to the new greening of Nelson. Jaime Wallace, Nelson

Media analysis of politics needs to improve Dear editor, I continue to be dismayed by the North American media analyzing politics in a manner similar to the reporting on sports. That is, how the game is played

rather than the issues and policies. Meanwhile propaganda by the BC Liberal government like the recent “Building on BC’s Strengths What Choices Would You Make?” newspaper insert

paid for by my taxes are passed off as consulting the public. And this style of ”play” is not commented on! Andre Piver, Nelson

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Dear editor, It seems to me the skate park issue has two factions – pro and con – and both are blinded by their own desire. First, the place to build one. Given that there is so little space in Nelson, how about building it smack up along the RCMP grounds, near or under the bridge? The people who target your children with drugs, smokes and booze may think twice about hanging around outside the RCMP offices. Another point is when you pour tons of cement in a hole, to please a few kids, you had better be sure it’s where you want it to be. Personally, I think we indulge the children far too much with these fad inventions designed to make the producers of them rich. Teach your kids to be productive, they can’t play all their lives, or you get what Nelson already has too many of. Ila Maber, Nelson

“Holy Smoke 4” good members of society Dear editor, The Holy Smoke Four are contributing members of society and have consistently helped the Nelson community in so many different ways. i.e. Beards For Bread, frequent door prize contributions, co-op radio, etc. Cannabis tolerance is vital to Nelson’s thriving tourism industry. How can we prohibit a sacred plant that has been safely used by mankind for thousands of years? Cannabis is food, medicine, sacrament, fuel, fibre, textile, soap, plastic, concrete, inspiration, etc. It is the most useful plant in the world and can help solve this environmental crisis because it’s one of the best renewable resources there is. If the Holy Smoke Four are sentenced to jail, it shows a complete lack of priorities in the justice system. Instead of sending the Holy Smoke Four to jail, I suggest sentencing them to community service because they performed a vital community service by selling sacred plants in their church and separated the black market for sacred plants from the black market for dangerous drugs like pills, heroin or crystal meth. The Holy Smoke was breaking an outdated law, but they never hurt anyone. Ellis Worthington, Vancouver

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News How the federal parties would improve the local economy Editor’s note: The four candidates in the race for the B.C. Southern Interior riding were given three questions to answer over the election campaign. The candidates were given a word limit and their written answers are edited to length if necessary. One answer will be run each week leading up to the Tuesday, Oct. 14 election.

This week’s question: What would you do to improve the economy in the West Kootenay? Alex Atamanenko New Democratic Party One of the best ways of promoting a healthy economy in the Nelson region is to provide an economic climate supported by good services and infrastructure. But how to do that while keeping property taxes down? The NDP platform calls for investing the equivalent of one cent of the GST in such areas as roads, sewers and water

treatment facilities, childcare, affordable housing, public libraries and community centres. Another key priority should be to create and protect jobs both in private and public sectors. Now might be the time for Nelson to consider promoting local food security initiatives to generate a local agriculture industry including local food pro-

cessing plants. We also need to do all we can to retain the good paying jobs at Canada Post, Service Canada, in the health care sector, the government liquor stores and other federal and provincial ministries. People who make money spend it, ensuring that our small businesses survive.

Brenda Jagpal Liberal Party First off a Liberal government will cut the small business tax by one per cent and lower income taxes for the bottom three tax brackets. This is crucial in stimulating economic growth. We will provide special tax cuts to help rural citizens and business deal with the rising costs of energy. Personally, I will also seek to address the lack of labour plaguing our communities. A Liberal government has made a commitment to streamline immigration

policies and I want to ensure that this helps the business of our communities get the labour they require. A Liberal government will help protect our forestry sector. We will hold a national forestry summit with industry leaders to help create a long-term strategy for sustainable growth. We will allocate $250 million to help tackle the pine beetle problem. We also want to renegotiate the Conservative softwood lumber agreement as it has stolen millions of dollars away from Canadian companies.

Andy Morel Green Party Manufacture/produce local, buy, use and consume local. I would foster and promote a local/regional economy where products and services that are used and required by Kootenay residents are sourced, manufactured/produced locally and sold. For example, food, services of all kinds, alternative energies such as fuels, energies from biomass. I would continue to increase attractiveness

of Kootenay communities and develop green technologies, promote local green initiatives and develop sustainable community practices to attract permanent lifestyle residents starting businesses, home-office based professionals. Local ownership of small/medium size sustainable resource based industries is important. For example, forestry – control tenures for wood supply, high quality,

value added product production, local and international market development – keep profits in local economies Local investment in community infrastructure through the creation of municipal RRSPs investing local guaranteed investments back into necessary community infrastructure upgrades and replacements. Employ local contractors and labour to again support a community economy.

Rob Zandee Conservative Party We will continue to deliver on programs like our $33 billion Building Canada Fund for sewer and water. Our $2 billion eco-ENERGY strategy. The $129 million Community Trust Program and the $127.5 million Forest Industry Long Term Initiative to keep Canada’s forest industry competitive. In a rural riding like ours, transportation costs of goods are critical. We will cut the cost of diesel fuel which impacts on all the goods we use, the operational costs of most larger employers in our

area and even the cost of transporting our children to school on the bus system. What we will not do is impose a job killing tax on industry, destroying their national and international competitiveness. Again, don’t be fooled by NDP rhetoric and their simplistic solutions. They can promise you the impossible schemes knowing they will never have to deliver because they will never be government.

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UPCOMING FALL PROGRAMS For More Great Programs Please See The FALL 2008 LEISURE GUIDE!

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Yoga

Inspired by, and based on Pilates movements, this class incorporates props such as the stability ball, soft balls, gliding discs, mats and foam rollers. Instructor: Marge Pollard. Registration is required for these classes which start on Oct 6. Monday and Wednesdays 2:00 - 2:50 PM 3:00 - 3:50 PM 4:00 - 5:00 PM

Renew, refresh and rejuvenate with our Yoga Flow Classes. Monday and Wednesdays 7:30 - 9:00 PM (Hatha) Sundays

Pay by drop-in of $12.00, through facility pass, punch card (2 punches) or sign up for a block of classes at a reduced rate.

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Designed for youth ages 12-14 years, this 1.5 hour class orientates young trainers to the weight room. Learn proper set up of strength and cardio machines, exercise tips, gym etiquette, basic exercise technique, and effective progression. Instructor: NDCC Fitness staff. Monday, October 6 4:00 - 5:30 PM

Our popular bike classes return with a vengeance this October. Our instructors are rarin’ to go with new generation Lemond cycles to rip it up on! Bring a water bottle and sweat towel! Tuesday and Thursdays 6:00 - 7:00 AM Start Oct. 7 4:00 - 4:45 PM Start Oct. 14

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Beginner Step

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You asked for it. You’ve got it! This new 45 minute step class uses basic step patterns at a lower intensity level. Tuesdays 8:15 - 9:00 AM Start Oct. 14

A new ½ hour class that targets the mid-section with Shauna Leduc, BSC. Kin. Saturdays 1:00 - 1:30 PM Nov. 1 - 29 Pay by drop-in of $4.00, facility pass, punch card, or register for 5 classes/$18.00.

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This is a FUN, NON-competitive program that is all about learning a new sport, getting a great workout, socializing and having FUN! No previous experience necessary…really! Learn hockey drills, shift changes and play scrimmages. All you need are hockey skates, a stick, a hockey helmet with a face mask and hockey gloves (full equipment is not required, but if you have it, wear it!). Friday 9:30 - 10:30 PM Civic Arena

This program will introduce your child to ice hockey in a non-threatening and fun environment. The emphasis is on maximum participation and fun! Elementary skating skills will be practiced during warm-ups. This program is non-competitive and is for boys and girls NOT registered in Minor Hockey. You need to supply your child with skates (hockey skates recommended), a hockey helmet with face mask, a stick and gloves or mittens. Prerequisite: Child is able to skate forward and is comfortable on the ice without assistance. Age: 6-8 years Tuesday 3:00 - 3:50 PM

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Adult FUNdamental Hockey FUNdamental Hockey is a time to learn the basics of hockey. You will work on skating technique, shooting, passing and much more. This is a NON- competitive program and no experience is necessary. Hockey skates, a stick, hockey helmet and hockey gloves are needed. (full equipment is not required, but if you’ve got it, wear it!) Tuesday and Thursdays 8:15 - 10:00 AM Drop in: $8.50

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Kootenay seniors bring back medals West Kootenay Boundary’s 131 senior athletes age 55 and older finished eighth out of 12 regions in total medals earned at the recent B.C. Seniors Summer Games held in Prince George, with a total of 23 gold, 29 silver, and 23 bronze, for a total of 75. The almost 40 Nelsonarea participants were strong contributors to the medal count. Barb Saunders, a world-class competitor in middle distance running, visited the podium to collect gold in the 200, 400, 800 and 1500 metre events. Olwyn Ringheim took gold in cycling’s hill climb, road race and time trial events.

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Roger Kerby has competed in every summer games with the exception of 1988, the inaugural year of the event. This year he

took gold in badminton singles and doubles, to bring his medal collection count to 48. He has been to Melbourne, Australia to compete at the world-level Masters events, and plans to be in Sydney, Australia for the Masters competition next year. Each year the summer games sees participants from the province’s 12 regions come together to compete in some 25 sports. The number of participants was down this year from the usual 3,500, with Gordon Campbell’s carbon tax seen as a contributing factor. If you enjoy taking part in a summer sport

and are 55 or over, you might consider the possibility of becoming involved next year, when the games will be held in Richmond. Barb Roberts, the West Kootenay-Boundary Zone 6 Director, would be pleased to hear from you and direct you to the appropriate co-ordinator of the sport you are interested in. She can be reached at (250) 362-9489 or barbzone6@telus.net. There are no winter games for seniors. Such an event has been proposed, but the task of finding the volunteers to stage a second games annually would be enormous.

This column intends to publicize agencies that support seniors’ activities, the lifestyle of interesting seniors, and topics of interest to seniors and those who care about seniors. As well, we – the column and I – will express opinion related to the things, both naughty and nice, that governments and their agencies do to and for seniors. Those opinions will be mine, and not necessarily those of the Express.

Inspire Nelson website inspired by Valhalla Mile On Friday, Oct. 3, the Inspire Nelson initiative launched its next campaign inspiring Nelsonites to use their everyday actions to make a difference. The campaign is called “Track your actions for charity.” For the next 1,000 actions registered on www.inspirenelson.ca website, there will be a donation of 10 cents an action to save the Valhalla Mile. The website has 25 simple actions that everyone can do to connect to themselves, their community and to their environment; actions like picking up litter, turning the ther-

mostat down, and spending time with someone from a different generation. This month actions have a double impact, not only making a difference through the action itself but also raising money to go towards a good cause. “The idea came to me while reading about the initiative to save the Valhalla Mile. By giving a small donation for every action registered, I thought this would be another great way to illustrate our philosophy that ‘every action counts,’” said Paul Edney, director of Inspire Nelson. Lorna Visser, campaign co-ordi-

nator on behalf ot the Valhalla Foundation agrees. “It’s what we need: to present people with simple and understandable actions they can take. Track your actions for charity will protect 23 square feet of wilderness – enough to put up a “mental” tent and enjoy the view!” Track your actions for charity started with the Grade 6 class at Trafalgar school on Friday the 3rd. The class will hear a presentation and then head out into the school yard . . . their aim will be to do action 10 from the website: Pick up litter. – submitted

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Fall fun at Nelson’s rinks, pools and fields Remembering which way the clocks go at this time of year is not the only reason to welcome fall. While the BC Lions could use an extra hour on the field these days, our local grassroots footIn The Zone ball club has been practicKim Palfenier ing too. Nelson Minor Football The Nelson Regional is combining their team Sports Council can be numbers with Castlegar reached at: area players this year to Box 1190, Nelson, BC ensure enough members V1L 6H3 for league action. (250)352-3989 phone Practices are underway (250)352-0046 fax and are held on Mondays nrsc@telus.net at Trafalgar School from 5:30 p.m. to dark and Thursdays at Mt. Sentinel School at the same time. The program goes until the end of October with hopes to take the game indoors over the winter qualified coaches offer months. No equipment is nec- all level of programs for essary except football ages seven years and up. cleats. Anyone between Call Erin Fitchett at (250) the ages of 14 to 18yrs is 354-8118 or by e-mail at encouraged to drop by on nelsonreflections@shaw. practice days to check it ca for information The Nelson Nordic out or to phone Annette or Doug at (250) 359-6747 Ski Club will be startfor more information. ing another exciting seaRegistration fees will be son this winter offering determined by numbers Bunnyrabbits, Jackrabbits but will be approximately and Track Attack learnto-ski programs. $50 to 60. The Rabbit’s Program The Nelson Reflections deadline Synchronized swim club, registration now in its fifteenth year is Wednesday, Dec. 31. of operations, has had Contact Ann Popoff for registration: good representation at program regional, provincial, and ajpopoff@netidea.com. national levels over the Contact Lorraine Douglas at lorrdouglas@telus.net years. Promoting fun, friend- for coaching course regship, and fitness the istration. Kim Palfenier is the administrator for the Nelson Regional Sports Council.

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Rhythm Dragons busy on and off the water The Kootenay Rhythm Dragon Boat Team, consisting of breast cancer survivors and supporters, travelled to Kelowna’s 10th annual Dragon Boat Festival on Saturday, Sept. l3 and Sunday, Sept. l4. Ninety-two teams participated in the event. The team won third place in the women’s division jade “B”. This was a real accomplishment as their steersperson, who they had been training with all year, was

injured just prior to the second race. The festival organizers provided a capable and encouraging replacement steersperson. Also, three breast cancer survivors from the team joined the Robusters team from Christina Lake for the Breast Cancer Challenge. They placed third. The team recently planted 175 daffodil bulbs at the entrance to the North Shore of Nelson. The daffodil is a symbol of hope for cancer.

They recently started weekly fitness classes and women’s wellness programs and will have local monthly speakers on a variety of women’s health issues. For further information regarding membership or support contact: Dorothy Hatto, (250) 3543802; Mary Walters, (250) 352-3250; Marlene Pozin, (250) 352-62l3 or visit www.kootenayrhythmdragons. ca. – submitted

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From now to Sunday, Nov. 30 at Touchstones Nelson, 502 Vernon St. Featuring the work of Slocan Valley resident and painter, Peter Velisek, this exhibition presents a selection of paintings from the artist’s prolific body of work of the past 15 years. Working primarily in oil on canvas, �� Velisek draws inspira�� tion from daily occurrences, capturing the �� small details that add �� up to our larger experi�� ence of life. Sketching �� in charcoal, Velisek �� works from models, �� photographs, his sur�� roundings or the land NICHOLAS HALPIN itself, then transfers Above, Julia Mackey as Jake in Jake’s Gift, and below, Cara Yeates from her show Bye Bye Bombay! the imagery into paintings. �� Landscapes, figures �� and animals permit glimpses into places, �� relationships or events �� witnessed or experienced by Velisek �� in his rural environCapitol Theatre launches their season with two unique, one-person plays �� ment or during travels abroad. His delicately who travels to Normandy drama comes from the by Chris Shepherd drawn lines and satufor the 60th anniversary of obviously serious nature of rated colours convey Saturday, Oct. 18, 8 p.m. at the Canadian landing. Canada’s involvement with the emotional or psythe Capitol Theatre Jake and his two broth- the world war, but also from chological mood of The first evening of ers landed on the beach in the relationships that are the moment and sufentertainment for the 1944. One died overseas revealed between Jake and fuse the work with a Capitol Theatre’s fall season in the war and the other his dead brothers. humanistic, universal will deliver two one-actress recently died, the event that The comedy comes to quality. plays over the evening. spurred Jake to travel to light as the headstrong Jake Peter Velisek was Neil Harrower, execu- France. and equally determined born in Czechoslovakia tive director for the theatre, While there, Jake meets Isabelle meet. in 1948. In the 30 years says the two short plays are two locals, a 10-year-old girl Mackey says the play is since his arrival, he has some of the best available and her grandmother, and good for anyone from 10 resided in the Slocan from the country’s fringe a Canadian teacher who to 100. Valley, living off the festivals. travelled to France bearing “Most Canadians have a land as a largely selfHe’s seen excerpts of cards her students made to connection to World War sufficient sustenance both and was determined commemorate the anniver- One or World Ward Two,” farmer. Velisek supplethat Nelson should see sary. she says. “The play brings mented his investigathem both. Through the charac- to light how important tions and exercises in Jake’s Gift is written ters interactions, the audi- Canadians are overseas.” emulating the styles of and performed by Julia ence learns about why it is The second play, Bye the masters (attracted Mackey. important to remember and Bye Bombay! is a visual to the expressionists, Harrower says he was also a little bit about how feast that follows a young his stylistic approach impressed by her transi- Canadians are perceived in Canadian woman who runs evokes Chagall and tion from playing a Second Europe, says Mackey. away to India to discover Kandinsky) with art World War veteran to a 10She travelled to the 60th her Indian heritage. classes. year-old girl. anniversary back in 2004 The play includes a slide An artist’s talk will “The room just stopped. and the idea for the play show that makes the audibe announced. For She has an incredible pres- slowly evolved from that ence feel “like she’s taking more information call ence.” experience. you to Bombay,” Harrower (250) 352-9813. Jake’s Gift tells the story The play is a comedy says. Tickets are $20, $16 for – submitted of Jake, a Canadian soldier and a drama, she says. The full-time students. SUBMITTED

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Variety show and auction fundraiser

Friday, Oct. 10, 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. at The Royal on Baker Hosted by Traci Taboo, this “fun-raiser” will highlight the talents of several local performers, including spoken-word poet KamiCasi. All proceeds will be donated to the Second Chance Animal Shelter, a local, no-kill, volunteer-run animal shelter. Come on

down to enjoy the show, bid on auction items generously donated from local merchants, and take part in ‘80s trivia. To learn more, visit the shelter’s website at : www. secondchanceadoption. com. Suggested donation is $5 to $10 at the door.

Only ‘80s with DJ Terrantino

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Nashville Pussy and Grady

Friday, Oct. 10 at the Spiritbar Nashville Pussy – from Atlanta, Georgia – along with Grady are going the rock the house and blow the windows out with their blend of original tunes which have a sound like Buck Owens playing with Motorhead . . . or Southern/Texas rock meets AC/DC. From the wildest

stage show of sex and rock ‘n’ roll to the amazing lead guitar solos of female guitarist Ruyter Suys and thundering bass of the female bassist Karen Cuda. The power drumming of Jeremy Thompson and wicked vocals of Blaine Cartwright. Nashville Pussy puts out one hell of a rock show that you will not soon forget. Grady is a trio of tall Texans who will capti-

The Tortoise Forfeits

Thursday, Oct. 9, 8 p.m. at the Cocoa-Nut Lounge, 116 Vernon St. The Tortoise Forfeits will be sending the house into a shimmying frenzy. Britt and Rich promise to please with their savvy vocals and sweet strumming, and the night will be strewn with catchy originals and sultry covers. Special guest Ali Friesen will open the show with her soulful sound.

Sacred belly dance classes

Saturdays, Oct. 11 to Saturday, Dec. 13, beginner classes from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and intermediate classes from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. These classes embrace basic Egyptian isolations that develop intrinsic muscle skills and fluid co-ordination.

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vate you with a sound somewhere between early ZZ Top and an alien abduction. Equal parts southern gospel and satanic ritual. Gordie “Grady” Johnson on lead vocals and guitar, “Big Ben” Richardson on bass, and a new drummer from Austin Texas Nina Singh. Advance tickets are $20 at Eddy Music, the Hume Hotel and Tribute Board Shop. Doors open at 10 p.m.

Tribal belly dancing joins participants together as a dance community sharing the power of group motion. Finger cymbals are the belly dancer’s musical instrument which rhythmically accent the powerful hypnotic movements. Veils play the mysterious and sacred ceremony empowers the inner intention into an outer celebration. Karen Jasmine has studied with many of the great dancers today including Bozenka, Aziza and Rachael Brice of the Belly Dance Super Stars and Maja, and the Gypsy Caravan of the tribal style. Jasmine, aka Soulfire, is the founder and director of Soulfire Dance Troupe and is still accepting new members. For information and pre-registration call (250) 352-7267. Classes are $135 for those who register before Saturday, Oct. 11 and $150 after that. Drop-in rates are $20.

Saturday, Oct. 11 at Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill, 705 Vernon St. Starr signed with Mercury/Island/ Def Jam in 1997, but Seagram’s took over that group three years later, and Kinnie got lost when her music took a back seat to big whiskey’s bottom line. So she asked for her freedom, got it, and made Tune-Up (2000)… Kinnie was a lead player in the alt-indie film

Concert for the Valhalla Mile

Saturday, Oct. 11, 7 p.m. at the White Pines Dojo, 8835 Martens Rd., south of Slocan City The White Pines Dojo is hosting a concert and dance to help raise funds for the purchase and protection of the Valhalla Mile – a mile of pristine lake shore, on the west shore of Slocan lake, in

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Down and Out with the Dolls (filmed in 2001), directed by Kurt Voss (of �� Sugar Town fame) Two years later, she lived and worked in Las Vegas, singing for Zumanity, Cirque du Soleil’s controversial cabaret production. In 2003, Kinnie earned a Juno nomination for Best New Artist. Kinnie has toured Japan, the U.K., the U.S. and Canada in the past five years.

the middle of the Valhalla Provincial Park. Organizers are bringing Celtic harpist David Michael and flautist Randy Mead, to the Slocan Valley along with Dari on hammered dulcimer and bowed psaltery. David and Randy are composers, arrangers, producers and international performers and have released six CDs. The concert by these three talented musicians

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is sure to put listeners into a reverie. The Kootenay Kontra Band will also take part, providing tunes for a contra dance – known as high voltage barn dancing. Speakers for the night include biologist Wayne McCrory of the Valhalla Foundation and Kathryn Martell of The Land Conservancy. A suggested donation is $10 to $20 at the door.

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B.A. Johnston and Nelson from Nelson

Tuesday, Oct. 14 at The Royal on Baker B.A. Johnston plays sad, weird songs about deep frying, pirates, poutine and love on his trusty keyboards and guitar. He also has some cool dance moves and stuff. He has released three albums and has spent the last eight years touring the

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country on the bus. He has shared the stage with acts like the Rheostatics, the Constantines, Cuff the Duke, Joel Plaskett and tons more. He hopes one day to be rich and famous, buy a deep fryer for his room and finally dance with a girl when Stairway to Heaven is the last song of the night. Nelson from Nelson sings and plays acoustic guitar; Rob Leishman

plays bass. Throw in caustic, humorous and personal lyrics, face-melting bass solos, various styles put through an audio blender, and over 15 effect pedals between them, and you’re almost getting the sonic picture. Joining them for this show on drums, Jeff Cote (Man In Havana, Dubzilla) for even more power.

Swinging from the chandeliers

Thursday, Oct. 9 to Saturday, Oct. 11, 8 p.m. at the Nelson Scout Hall, 310 Cedar St. This weekend, an original theatre production comes to town. Steve Brockley’s songs, which are dramatic stories in themselves, instigate a comedic journey played out by local favourite actress Amber McIntyreByatt. McIntyre-Byatt has performed on Nelson stages for many years. Perhaps you remember her as the spitfire Margaret in The Glace Bay Miner’s Museum, or as the girl who sat stock still in a sack for an hour just to surprise the audience with an original piece during Lucas Myers’s fall show, or from playing four characters in the Living Room Theatre’s Seven Stories. Brockley is no stranger to the Kootenays himself. Since moving from Nelson a few years ago, Brockley has been keeping busy writing and performing music all over Canada. Fresh from his performance at the Ottawa Folk Festival where he was

Art opening

Friday, Oct. 10, 6 p.m. at Gallery 378, 378 Baker St. Two shows are opening at the gallery in Craft Connection’s basement. Hugo Franco’s art inspires the viewer to feel the inspiration of their own spirit and over the last few years his style has developed into a stunning and confident embrace of his mission to assist in the reclamation of his people’s original spiritual understandings – pre-Catholicism. The same night will feature work from Stephen Owino and Joel Kirambo, two artists from Kenya’s ghettos.

Art of burlesque classes

Saturday, Oct. 11, 18, and 25, 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Moving Centre, 553A Baker St. This is an empowering workshop for women of all shapes and ages. Explore the art of burlesque dancing in a fun, safe and friendly envi-

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Walking with lions: A slideshow of a volunteer’s life in Zimbabwe

Thursday, Oct. 16, 7:30 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre For seven weeks Colleen Chisholm was immersed in a daily routine of walking, feeding and caring for lion cubs in Zimbabwe and she’ll share that experience and what she learned about an orphanage there through a DVD and slide show. Antelope Park along with Alert (African Lion environmental Research and Trust) has a mission to support a four-stage rehabilitation program of breeding and releasing lions back into the wild. With a 2004 study estimating populations as low as 16,500

the future of lions depends on research and commitment to introducing cubs back into national parks and protective nature reserves. Chisholm’s days were most intriguing with lion walks in the 3,000 acre park, elephant herding, enclosure cleaning, riding and grooming horses, data and game capture, snare sweeps, meat/ vitamin prep, bush walks for medicinal plants, tracking, and survival skills. The night will include raffles for various prizes including a spa package, a stay at an inn and an avalanche skills course and lift passes for Whitewater To volunteer visit www.africanencounter.org. Tickets available at the Capitol Theatre and are $12 per adult, $10 per student.

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chosen among the top 10 for new Canadian songwriters, he now lives in

Montreal. Advance tickets at Bia Boro are $12.

ronment. Discover, liberate and honour that glorious,glamourous inner vamp with fun, playfulness and respect. Judith Stein is a veteran , international burlesque performer, recently inducted into The Burlesque Hall of Fame in Las Vegas, Nevada, as The Canadian Legend of Burlesque. Registration is $75 and can be done at www. theartofburlesque.com or by calling (250 354 0161.

an inspiring atmosphere where artists of all ages and backgrounds can explore new materials and celebrate their creativity. Much of the art is created from recycled materials and people of all ages are welcome on a pay-what-you-can basis. KATI is a charitable organization and is taking donations towards allowing their studio to expand into a larger space. For more information, call (250) 352-2264.

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Sabastion and Shtetl in the market

Saturdays, starting Oct. 11, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at 601 Front St., room 209 The Kutenai Art Therapy Institute (KATI) is holding its third year of aRt ZoNe Community Open Studio. aRt ZoNe is a fun, social and exploratory art environment where parents, grandparents, individuals and children interact creatively. The studio provides

Saturday, Oct. 11 at the Cottonwood Falls Market Sabastion is on stage at 10 a.m. with Latin and pop covers. Sabastion’s strong rich voice and excellent guitar make him a great musical solo act. The Heavy Shtetl trio plays at 12 p.m. With their lively klesmer and European swing tunes, they create the perfect market ambience.

Saturday, Oct. 11 at The Royal on Baker In 2001, Wil wrote his first album titled Both Hands. The title track, “Both Hands” was written by friend and writing partner, Jeff Leitl. It sold over 6,000 copies off stage and allowed him to tour with artists such as Colin James, Matthew Good, Joel Plaskett Emergency and Xavier Rudd among others as well earning him four nominations at the 2005 WCMA’s including producer and entertainer of the year. The CD has since gone on to sell over 16,000 copies. Wil is and will remain, the consummate touring musician, developing his expansive roots-rock sound and world-weary lyricism while building a dedicated following for his famously intense live

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shows. Wil has always preferred to play live either solo or with just a drummer.

The Karla Pearce Studio is hosting it’s first student art show titled Getting There. All past and present students of Karla Pearce are invited to participate in the show which will be held Saturday, Nov. 1 to Saturday, Dec. 6. This show is open to the public and there is no fee. Getting There will be celebrated with an opening reception where all students and the public are invited to attend a reception. An art draw will also be held where a lucky winner will receive an original Karla Pearce painting. For more information call Pearce at (250) 365-2032 or e-mail creativeedge@karlapearce.com.

He says that freedom allows him to immerse himself onstage utterly and completely.

Terry Huva at Cowan’s

For the month of October at Cowan’s Office Supplies, 517 Victoria St. Terry Huva is primarily a self-taught artist who has studied with several local artists such as John McKinnon, John Cooper and Natasha Smith. For this show, Huva draws much of his inspiration from observation of life and landscape in the West Kootenay region. While creating these works over the last three years, Huva has experimented with both media and technique. The result has been an emotionally evocative body of work – full of warm colour and texture. Thanks to his excellent use of perspective, each piece has a sense of real depth.

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Ongoing Events Wednesdays NEED INEXPENSIVE BIRTH CONTROL? Nelson Planned Parenthood drop-in sexual health clinic. 333 Victoria St. 5:30-8pm. DOES SOMEONE’S DRINKING� TROUBLE YOU? Al-Anon Meetings, noon at The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS. Do you have a problem with food? Meet every Wednesday, 719 Vernon St., downstairs, 5:30 p.m. 1-800-611-5788. DROP IN GREIF SUPPORT GROUP. 7-9 p.m. at Broader Horizons, 905 Gordon Road, back door . THE NELSON SCRABBLE CLUB meets Wednesday afternoons at Grounded, 1 p.m. All levels welcome. 505-5583.

Thursdays YUK YUKS COMEDY TOUR at Finley’s Irish Pub on the last Thursday of every month! KOOTENAY LAKE FAMILY NETWORK offers singing group, 7-12 yrs. 5.45 p.m. Information: Lesley 825-0140 ACUPUNCTURE for ADDICTIONS Free drop-in clinic, 1:00 p.m. Located at 333 Victoria Street, 2nd Floor. 505-7248 BIBLE STUDY JOY BAPTIST CHURCH, 6:30 p.m., 560 Baker St., Suite #3. Everyone welcome. 825-4095. SIGNING CHOIR at 3:30 at NDYC, 608 Lake St. www.ndyc.com ULTIMATE GAMES drop in ultimate games at Lakeside soccer field, 5:30p.m. Bring a light or dark shirt.

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Saturday Oct 11

WORSHIP SERVICES JOY BAPTIST CHURCH, 10 a.m., 11 a.m, 6:30 p.m., 560 Baker St, Suite #3, 825-4095. QUAKER MEETING 723 Ward, upstairs, 9:45. 354-3859. SUNDAY MORNING WORHSIP, Community Church, Passmore Hall, 10 a.m. All welcome. SUNDAY WORSHIP St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Slocan, 2 p.m. All welcome. UNITY CENTRE of the Kootenays, 905 Gordon Rd. Broader Horizons. Back door, 11 a.m. Everyone welcome. WINLAW FARMERS MARKET. May 25th - October. Sundays 9 a.m - 3 p.m. Spicer Center, Hwy 6, Winlaw Vendors wanted.Kim 226-7862. SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP service, Nelson United Church, 10 a.m. 602 Silica St. All are welcome. SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP, Ascension Lutheran Church, 10:15 a.m., 1805 Silverking Rd. You are welcome. 352-2515 SUNDAY AFTERNOON WORSHIP 4pm, St. John’s Lutheran Church, 321 Silica St. 354-3308 CRIB TOURNAMENT at Finley’s Irish Pub every Sunday at 3 p.m .ULTIMATE GAMES drop in ultimate games at Lakeside soccer field, 3:30 p.m. Bring a light or dark shirt. CHANT VESPERS, every 3rd

Beyond the blues 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Selkirk College - Silver King Campus screening of depression, anxiety and problem substance use.

ART OF BURLESQUE Workshops begin 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Moving Centre, 553A Baker St.

Thursday Oct 9

RULING YOUR WORLD Visiting master teacher Jenny Warwick presents the four kinds of confidence with which we can rule our world. 7-9:30 p.m. By donation. Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre, 444 Baker Street. For more information visit www.nelsonbuddha.com REDFISH ADULT BADMINTON Mon Thurs 7 - 9 PM $3 drop $20 two night week. Join us for more details.

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Mondays TEXAS HOLD-EM POKER, 6 p.m. Pool Tourney, 7 p.m. Finley’s. NELSON TABLE TENNIS CLUB. 5:30-7:30 at Blewett Elementary School when school is in session. 352-9547 or 352-5739 SHAMBHALA CENTRE OPEN HOUSE 7 p.m. meditation instruction and practice; 8 p.m. talk and discussion; 9 p.m. tea. All welcome. 444 Baker Street, 352-5560. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS open meeting. 7 p.m. Passmore Hall, 3656 Old Passmore Road. NELSON BADMINTON CLUB, 79 p.m. Maryhall Gym. All levels welcome.

Saturdays

Sundays ULTIMATE FRISBEE GAMES. Drop-in games at Lakeside Soccer Field. 3:30 p.m. Bring a light or dark shirt. WILDERNESS SURVIVAL, HERBALISM and Stone Age Skills classes! Ongoing program. Children, teen, adult classes. 357-2822. TIBETAN BUDDHIST MEDITATION 10-11:30 a.m. Open to everyone, beginners welcome. 6425 Sproule Creek Rd. 352-2455. SHAMBHALA CENTRE NYINTHUN: Join us for Sunday sitting meditation 9 a.m. to noon. There will be a break for refreshments mid-morning. You are welcome to come & go as you please. 444 Baker St. 3525560 www.nelsonbuddha.com

AROUND TOWN Wednesday Oct 8

Saturday Oct 11

ELECTRIC WEDNESDAYS JAM with Estavan 9:30 at The Royal on Baker. MANDY EBEL acoustically plays her originals and sings at The Outer Clove Restaurant. 536 Stanley.

KINNIE STARR AND CHIN at Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill, 705 Vernon St. JUDE DAVIDSON sings classic songs & originals, 6-9 p.m. at Max & Irma’s Restaurant. Good food and music. WIL 9:30 at The Royal on Baker VALHALLA MILE FUNDRAISER Concert & Dance White Pines Dojo Slocan City 7pm ph: 3550009 www.whitepinesdojo. com www.kindmusic.ca SABASTION is on stage at 10 a.m. with Latin and pop covers. THE HEAVY SHTETL TRIO plays at 12 p.m. klesmer and European swing tunes. Cottonwood Falls Market.

Thursday Oct 9 THE TORTOISE FORFEITS 8 p.m. at Cocoa-Nut Lounge, 116 Vernon St. Ali Friesen will open the show.

Friday Oct 10 VARIETY SHOW and auction fundraiser 9 a.m.-11 p.m. at The Royal on Baker talents of several local performers, Second Chance Animal Shelter benefit, $5 to $10 at the door. ‘80s NIGHT with DJ Terrantino 9:30 p.m. at The Royal on Baker NASHVILLE PUSSY AND GRADY 10 p.m. at the Spiritbar. Tickets $20 at Eddy Music, the Hume Hotel and Tribute Board Shop.

Sunday Oct 12 BLUES JAM 6-10 p.m. at The Royal on Baker

Tuesday Oct 14 B.A. JOHNSTON with NELSON FROM NELSON and THE MENACE 9:30p.m. at The Royal on Baker

Tuesdays ACUPUNCTURE for ADDICTIONS Free drop-in clinic, 1 p.m. Located at 333 Victoria Street, 2nd Floor. 505-7248 NDYC HAS AN AMAZING PEER SUPPORT GROUP available every Tuesday evening. Check them out at these different locations: 4-5 p.m. at 420 Mill St. for young womyn’s hour; 6-7:30 p.m. at the Nelson and District Youth Centre for a casual drop-in for youth; and 8-9 p.m. on the radio, CJLY, 93.5fm in Nelson & 96.5 on the Kootenay Lake. This is a call-in talk show for youth receive information and ask questions. THESE SERVICES ARE FREE FOR YOUTH! DRUMMING FROM THE HEART Community Drum Circle with Kim Massé. North Shore Hall 7:158:45 p.m. $7 kimmasse@shaw. ca 505-2684

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Tuesday Oct 14 BOOK BABIES - Stories & rhymes for parents & babies. New program! Nelson Librar y. 10:45 a.m. Preregister 352-8283

Wednesday Oct 15 WORLD TRAVEL TALK “Strengthening Nursing in Bangladesh” by Alex Berland and Judi Morton. 7 p.m. Slocan Park Hall. Admission by donation to Slocan Food Bank. 250-2260008 WALKING WITH LIONS A Volunteer’s Life in Zimbabwe DVD & Slide show at the Capitol Theatre WOMEN’S HOCKEY SCRIMMAGE Old rink. 8:30 - 9:30 pm. $10 drop-in fee. Full equipment. Info 359-703

Friday Oct 17 JUBILEE MANOR Fall Bazaar Tea and Bake Sale. 2:00-3:30 p.m. 500 West Beasley, Nelson. TRANCEDANCE 7-10pm North Shore Hall. Trancedance is an opportunity to dance for peace and intention.

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Friday Oct 10. BEYOND THE BLUES 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Selkirk College - 10th Street Campus screening of depression, anxiety and problem substance use. TWO ART SHOWS Open at Gallery 378, 378 Baker St 6 p.m. Hugo Franco, Stephen Owino and Joel Kirambo.

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SWINGING FROM THE CHANDELIERS 8 p.m. at the Nelson Scout Hall, 310 Cedar St. Original theatre production PRACTICAL MASSAGE TECHNIQUES Anytime... Anywhere No prior experience necessary. Bring a partner or come on your own. In this 3 hour work-shop, you will learn how to give an amazing neck, back and shoulder massage to delight friends and family without any strain on your hands and back. No supplies or equipment needed, done over clothing Cost $25-$35 (sliding fee) $50 (for 2 people) Nelson United Church 602 Silica St.(at Josephine) 50% of proceeds go to Nelson United Church call Karen Logan 250505-9748 to register.

TALES FOR TWOS - Nelson Municipal Library. Storytime for 23 yr.olds. 10:30 a.m.Preregister 352-6333 SACRED BELLY DANCE classes begin 3:00-4:30, 4:30-6:00. Call Karen 250-352-7267 OPEN STUDIO returns 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at The Kutenai Art Therapy Institute 601 Front St., room 209 .

Sunday of the month, 7pm. St. Saviour’s, Ward and Silica. Visit www.studiocanilena.com. 3522338

DOES SOMEONE’S DRINKING TROUBLE YOU? Al-Anon Meetings, 8 p.m. room 108 downstairs, 601 Front St. GENDER OUTLAWS, a support & social group for trans & gender variants. 354-5362.

WILDERNESS SURVIVAL, HERBALISM and Stone Age Skills classes! Ongoing program. Children, teen, adult classes. 357-2822. THE NELSON SCRABBLE CLUB meets Saturday afternoons at Grounded, 1:00. All levels welcome. 505-5583. SOCIAL/BALLROOM DANCE Second Saturday of the month Brent Kennedy Elem. Gym 8 - 11 p.m. Singles Welcome! Teens Free! www.dancingbeat.org

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Detoxifying foot pads may or may not be worthwhile A few people have recently asked me about detox foot pads and I am curious about them myself. These pads are applied to the bottom of the feet before bed and are said, by the manufacturers, to absorb impurities and heavy metals from the blood. The pads are composed of ingredients said to be known for their cleansing properties for generations in Japan. The main ingredients are wood and bamboo vinegars. Some pads also include green tea, tourmaline and other herbs and minerals. Tourmaline emits far infrared heat and is said to exert a cleansing effect on the entire nervous system. Finding out what is in these foot pads is not difficult but determining whether they can treat disease and remove heavy metals from the body is not so easy. There is much skepticism about them and analysis done at a lab in California showed no significant difference between used and unused pads. People who use them are impressed by the fact that they turn from pure white to black or brown overnight and find comfort in the thought that the change in colour indicates that they have removed toxins from their body. Others say the pads will turn brown when held over a pot of boiling water. My feeling is that as a

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culture we are somewhat obsessed with cleansing and, as a result, we sometimes go a bit far and end up removing minerals and fluids that we actually need to stay healthy. I do not think there is any danger in the use of these foot pads but I do think they appeal to the part of us that wants to be “clean.” I would suggest that if you are interested in Japanese foot pads then try them but keep an open mind – see how you feel after you try them.

Sandra Mason is a registered acupuncturist in Nelson. For questions or information she can be contacted at semason @netidea.com. The information used in the Exploring Health column is for education only. It is important to consult a health care provider about your specific health concerns.

A DIRECTORY OF HEALTH & HEALING IN THE KOOTENAYS TO LIST YOUR SERVICE, CALL 354-3910

Acupuncture

Kate Butt, Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine ......... 551-5283 Jen Cherewaty, RAC, Balance for Body & Soul ...... 354-1752 Sara Fujibayashi RAC, at Mountain Waters Spa .... 352-3280 Sandra Mason, RAC ....................................................551-0110 Michael Smith, Dr. TCM, 10 years experience.........352-0459 Marion Starr, Dr. TCM ............................................... 352-9890

Ayurveda

Michele P. Greco, Ayur. Practitioner, RMT, AAHE......352-5343

Art Therapy

Clearwater Art Therapy ............................................ 505-1100

Astrology

Sharon O’Shea, Astrological Readings .................... 352-2455

Body Piercing

Aura & Chakra Biofeedback/Bodywork, Homo Divinus ........505-5067

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Thai, Jin Shin Do, dance, Qi Gong, Bliss. Marisa . 352-3312

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Blanche Tanner, BP, Family Constellation .................. 227-6877

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Hair Care

Front St. Hair Studio, The Key to Beauty ............... 354-1202

Herbalist

Janice Poloway, Certified Iridologist, Herbalist ...... 551-4528

Homeopathy

Margo MacLaren DHom ............................................. 354-7072

Hypnotherapy

Sharon Best, Certified Adv. Hypnotherapist ............ 354-7750

Massage Services

A Touch Of Aloha, Lomi, Cranio, Struct’l, Sports ..............229-4424 Ginger Joy Rivest, Neuro Somatic Therapy ..............505-4284 Palliative Massage Course, July 4-11.......................1-800-611-5788 Power Essentials, True Aromatherapy & Massage...........505-4144 Rub It In, Mobile/Studio, Deep T., Neuro, Sports ...... 352-6804 Thai Massage, Mina Palmer, CTT at Shanti Yoga ...........352-7703 Galena-DeepT,Swedish,Lomi,structl Shalimar ...................354-4408

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McKenzie Community Chiropractic ........................... 352-1322

• Beginner Step _____________________ A basic, 45 minute class at a lower intensity level.Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:00 pm. Start October 14. • Join The Junior Lifeguard Club! ______ Learn to save lives. Ages 8-11. Fridays 4 - 6 pm. Free Camp October 10. • Kids Recreational Ice Hockey ________ Age 6 - 8 . . Tuesday 3:00 – 3:50 pm Age 9 -11 . . Tuesday 3:33 – 4:45 pm Age 11 -12 . . . .Friday 3:45 – 4:45 pm Age 13 -16 . . . .Friday 4:45 – 5:45 pm Drop in or Register Today.

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Richard Klein, Stress Reduction Coach .................... 352-3280 Hydrotherapy, Living Foods, Coaching ..................... 352-6419

Tara Stark, RD, Nutrition Counselling......................505-9854 Remedy’s RX Custom Compound 737 Baker St. ..... 352-6928 Karen Hornby, RN, BSN. 507 Baker St., #210 ........ 509-1850

Carmen Carter, MEd, RCC, Play & Art Therapy ........354-4485 Miriam M. Martineau, MA, Integral Counselling ..... 505-8170 Lee Reid, MA, RCC, Addictions & Trauma ............... 352-3870 Sally Shamai, MEd, RCC, EMDR and more.... 1-877-688-5565

Kimberly Davitsky, RST at Shalimar Spa ............... 354-4408

Feldenkrais Method

Mountain Waters Spa, 205 Victoria St............................352-3280 Shalimar Spa, located at the Prestige Inn ............. 354-4408

Susan Grimble, Classes & Private Sessions . 1-888-366-4395

Social Work

Val Amies, BSW, RSW, Counselor .............................505-8044

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Thursday, Oct. 9, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 19, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Nelson United Church, 602 Silica St. Karen Logan is offering workshops to the public in practical massage techniques that can be used anytime, anywhere. Fifty per cent of the proceeds go to a new heating system for the Nelson United Church. Her workshops will teach back, neck and shoulder massage techniques that avoid tired hands and back. No prior experience necessary. Techniques are done over the clothing and no special supplies or equipment are needed. Bring a partner or come on your

own. Karen Logan is a certified chair massage practitioner and owner of ON-site Chair Massage Services. The workshop is $25 to $35 on a sliding scale. Call Logan to register at (250) 505-9748.

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Thursday, Oct. 16, 7 p.m. at the Slocan Park Hall, 3036 Hwy. 6, beside the Slocan Park Co-op Two nurses will talk about their experiences in Bangladesh, working to develop a nursing program in that country. Alex Berland and Judi Morton were invited to Bangladesh in 2003 to help

develop a nursing pro- to the Slocan Food Bank. gram at the International If you are planning to University of Agriculture attend, contact Slocan & Technology. They’ve Valley Recreation at been volunteering in (250) 226-0008. Dhaka every winter for the past four years to Beyond the blues help raise the quality of nursing education and Wednesday, Oct. 8, 11 a.m. practice. Next year the to 2 p.m. at Selkirk College first group of students - Silver King Campus and will graduate from the Friday, Oct. 10, 11 a.m. to program Alex and Judi 2 p.m. at Selkirk College helped create. - 10th Street Campus “We’re making progKootenay Boundary ress but it’s a slow pro- Substance Abuse cess,” says Berland. “Part Prevention Worker of our challenge is train- Vanessa Dowell is parting nurses with a new nering with Counselling value system based on Services at Selkirk caring and professional- College to offer inforism. Right now, young mation and screening of people train�� as nurses depression, anxiety and simply for job security. problem substance use. �� The expertise and caring In a new poll of British �� that we expect in Canada Columbians, even the betjust aren’t there.” ��ter known symptoms of Admission is a donation depression could only be

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LEARN MORE ABOUT Michelle Mungall, the youngest candidate for the Nelson-Creston NDP nomination. www.michellemungall.com NELSON & DISTRICT WOMEN’S CENTRE Volunteer training Oct. 8Nov. 26, Wednesdays 9:15-11:30 a.m. Build your skills and your community. Join us! Call Kathleen at 352-9916 OUR DAILY BREAD needs financial support. Help us keep it open! 812 Stanley Nelson, V1L IN7

MONEY MAKER - Local route, no selling on your part. For more info call 1-866-821-2569. ABORIGINAL BEST, BUSINESS and Entrepreneurship Skill Training in Nelson. Free 12 day course. wkftureworks.com 509-0273 OPERATE A MINI-OFFICE outlet from home. Free online training, flexible hours, great income. www.okoffices.com

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WANTED: IN DESPERATE need of your “leftover” acrylic and latex paints. Contact Devon @ 250-5050641. Blessings. SACRED FEMININE TREASURES 2 parts workshops Saturdays October 25th & November 8th - $50 11am-2pm www.thewellnessqi.com 250.352.3312 JOURNEY INTO DANCE IMPROVISATION Have fun, Stay fit, Loosen up October 3rd - Intro Class (by Donation) October 17th - November 21st ($90) Fridays 6:30 - 8:30 www.thewellnessqi.com 250.352.3312 THE WAY OF THE FEMININE Saturday November 15th ($25) Natural Living Centre 11am-2pm www. thewellnessqi.com 250.352.3312

PEGPEREGO PLIKOP3 STROLLER with toddler footboard, full recline, generous hood. Tan/grey-2004 model. $150. 352-3235 5-POINT EVENFLO INFANT carseat/base $70.00, table booster seat $10.00, Little Tikes large outdoor climber $70.00. 359-8108 AIRHOCKEY TABLE, LIKE new condition. $50. 250-825-0025 ORGANIC EGYPTIAN COTTON children’s undershirts. New. $7 each. Can bring to Nelson. Barb: 353-2676 (Kaslo)

Auctions ABSOLUTE LOGGING EQUIPMENT AUCTION - Selling for the bank. Late model logging/construction equipment, 60+ pieces; October 16, 2008; 10a.m. Iron Horse Auction, NCAL3936, Toll-Free 1-800-997-2248 or visit: www.ironhorseauction.com.

Business Opportunities YOUR PET STORE at your door! Join Multi Menu Franchises, free home delivery pet food, marketing included, no royalties, exclusive territories, 153 franchises, your online store, www. multimenu.ca. 1-877-462-0056. $-CASH IS KING-$ in uncertain timesEnergiser Vending Machines produce cash and lots of it! For free brochure & samples call now! 800-661-1832 www.energiservending.com. WORK AT HOME ONLINE - Start a real home-based business. Work when you want. Apply online and start today! www.wfhbc.com. COMMERCIAL EMBROIDERY BUSINESS opportunity. Includes equipment, software, computer, training and support for under $22,000. Lease financing 4.9%. Embroidery Systems Canada 1-888-805-8631 or email: melco@shaw.ca.

Computers COMPUTER SYSTEMS & parts for sale. Email for prices & selection. No reasonable offer refused! learningbytes@gmail.com KASPERSKY ANTI-VIRUS 2009 one year installation. $20 250-505-5583 32 GB I TOUCH, bought two months ago Immaculate condition, paid $500 asking $250 Collin*(250) 352-6217 SAMSUNG BLACK AND white laser printer for sale. $50. needs ink. Emily (250) 226-7294 IPOD TOUCH - 8 Gigs brand new in sealed box! $257 call 352-0789

Education BECOME A VETERINARY ASSISTANT in 24 weeks at Granville Business College. Specializing in veterinary assistant diplomas for 15 years. Classes every 3 months. www. vet-assistant.com, 604-683-8850. APARTMENT/CONDO MANAGER COURSE. Certified home-study training. 40 jobs currently registered! Thousands of grads working. Government registered. 29 years of success. Information: www.RMTI.ca or 1-800-665-8339, 604-681-5456. AFRO STYLIE DANCE Wednesday evenings 7PM @ Baladi Studio (Yoga Schoolhouse). All levels/ages welcome. 250-226-7366

Free 11 YEAR OLD GIRL seeks free guitar and Alice in Wonderland costume. Thank you! 250-505-1164

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FOR YOUR FREE Regal catalogue call Gail@ 250-352-4620 FIREWOOD. POPLAR CUT to lenghts and dried one year. You have to split. 250-505-2190.

EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITIES. THE Denham Automotive Group in Wetaskiwin, Alberta has immediate availability for the following positions: Service Manager; Sales People; Reception; Technicians. We offer competitive wages, moving allowance and benefits. Wetaskiwin is a great family community in a great economy. Our growing family dealerships are in a new environment where customer service and employee satisfaction are #1. Apply in strict confidence to: Bud Williamson at 1-800-463-5838 or fax 780-352-8272 or email to: rwill14@brentridge.dealeremail.com. TRAVELLING NANNY WANTED to come with us to Calgary for Nov 24Dec 2 and June 3-11/09 to take care of a 3 year old little girl. Interested and experienced? E-mail karen. long@telus.net HANDYMAN NEEDED FOR occasional work in Nelson area. 250-3520798 IF YOU KNOW how to file for nonprofit status, please be my guide. Lisa 250-352-0169 PRIVATE TEACHER NEEDED for 2 girls grade 9/10 at backcountry ski lodge outside Revelstoke, Feb-April. Ski-touring experience, social studies, english and music preferred. contact:ruedibeglinger@hotmail.com INLAND KENWORTH/PARKER PACIFIC Ltd., Campbell River, BC has immediate job openings for ticketed journeyman equipment field service mechanics & heavy duty mechanics. Competitive wages/ benefits package. Please fax resume to 250-287-2317. Attention Scott or email shurley@inlandkwbc.com. No phone calls please.

LOST CHAIRS: TWO white Adirondack chairs blown off dock into Kootenay Lake. Ph: 250-354-3045 LOST: MOUNTAIN BIKE. Rocky Mountain. No suspension. Silver/grey colour. Call Greg 250-352-5802 No questions asked. MISSING 3 MOUNTAIN bikes from uphill. 1 adult grey Kona, 1 youth green Norco, 1 childs blue bike. 354-4507 FOUND: SET OF KEYS with Geoff name tag at Kokanee Park on the beach. 250-352-1100 FOUND: KIDS MOUNTAIN bike, no suspension. Fairview area. Call to identify. 250-352-7277

NEW FIXED PANE window; white pvc; argon double pane; $75; 250505-2190. VINTAGE STUFFED LIVING room chair, carved wooden feet, green cut velvet $95. 250-352-3014 STAINLESS STEEL KITCHENAIDE gas cooktop. 5 burners. Brand new in box. $1000 OBO. 604-288-2758. Nelson area. CHEST FREEZER 46(W) X 34(H) X 22(D)inches $85. Fridge $65 both good working condition. Call 359-6699 MAAX 66” SOAKER tub LHD, $250, 2 white chest of drawers, one w/ change table top, $150 354-1125 SATELLITE INTERNET EQUIPMENT dish, DW6000 modem receiver and cables, $200 250-226-7096 WOOD FRAME FROSTED window 41”x23” with casement opening 14”x 21-1/4”, $20. 30” bifold doors $10. 250-352-6762 WII/GAMECUBE/PLAYSTATION2 FOR SALE, each with games and accesories, inquire at 354-1116 NEVER WORN LADIES Large Harley davidson leather jacket paid $350 asking $175 250-352-6217 DOUBLE DOOR SET. Exterior, thermal-tempered, all glass. 72’’ x78’’. Beautiful wood. (natural fir). $750. 825-0062. UNIVERSAL GYM $125 delivered, GE heavy duty washer & dryer, like new - $200. 250-226-7990 WEDGEFIELD SNOWBLOWER-2 STAGE-825 Techumsem engine -25 inch cutting; call for video footage 250- 825-2206.$400.00 SE ASONA L A FECTED DEASORDER light for light therapy $175, “bravetty” slowcooker 7q, removable stoneware $45 250-352-1312 TEXTBOOKS - CALCULUS 6E - $100 Anthropology - 12E $95 Readings Canadian History $50 Indigenous Peoples, $20 2503521376 DISHNET DVR626 2-ROOM receivers $150, air compressor with 7 gallon tank $55. 250-365-5608 BEAUTIFUL GLASS COFFEE Table with dolphin sculpture underneath. Asking $150. Call Shanyn for pictures, 250-513-1157 HAND-MADE IN NELSON! Physiotherapy strengthening birch balance boards $75.00 *call 3521674 or 221-1022 NEW WOOL RUG, 5’x7’6”. Paid $500, sell for $300. 250-352-7729 STATIONARY BICYCLE $10. Phone 250-825-9926 HARDWOOD FLOORING, LOTS range in size from 100-400 sq ft, $1$3 sq ft. Ph: 250-352-3141. LARGE METAL TWO drawer filing cabinet, 36”W x 17”D x 27”H. $35. 250-226-7013 GAS POWERED 6.5 HP water pump with pipe and valve for irrigation. $300. 250-226-7013

Furniture SIMMONS HIDE-A-BED SOFA, like new, pale beige floral, paid $1100, asking $300. 359-2212 WURLITZER MODEL 2860 Upright Piano with bench. $1500 OBO. 250359-7622 TWO AUTHENTIC BARCELONA chairs with ottomans. Black leather, stainless steel frame. Excellent condition. Call 359-6803. SOLID MAPLE ROXTON Buffet & Hutch. Reduced price $250 (was $400). Call Gaile @ 250 352-5394. BRAND NEW MASSAGE table never used asking price 400$ 250 505 5754 70’S STYLE COLONIAL couch and chair, floral pattern, fold out bed / storage. $150 OBO 250-229-4718

Garage Sales MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE, Saurday October 11, 8-4, 4322 Poplar Ridge Road, Crescent Valley. THE LAST BALFOUR Hall’s “Sell What Ya Wanta $ale” Sat. Oct 4, 9:00-2:00. No early birds please.

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Help Wanted DISCONNECTED? RECONNECT and get your first month Free! Limited time offer! Internet and long distance. No credit checks, fast connections. Phone Factory Reconnect 1-877336-2274; www.phonefactory.ca INDEPENDENT ELECTRIC & Controls Ltd. We are currently hiring the following positions: Journeyman Instrumentation Mechanics, Apprentice Instrument Mechanics, and Journeyman Electricians. Check out the Independent Advantage by forwarding your resume to: Romeo Major. Email: rmajor@iecgroup.ca. Fax 1-780-675-3283. GROWING ALBERTA GM dealer two hours north of Edmonton now hiring additional journeyman GM technicians. Will consider 3rd or 4th year apprentices. Competitive compensation up to $39.50 per hour. Moving allowance and signing bonus. Reply with resume to whitecapmotors@gm. ca or phone 780-849-2600. Attention: Service Manager.

Home & Garden WANTED FREE HORSE MANURE to improve garden. Will pick up. Call Chris or Crystal at (250)-359-7220. 30 LINEAL FEET of 42” high aluminum /tempered glass railing. $200 Phone 352-7972

House Sitting MATURE COUPLE WOULD like to house sit within the town boundaries of Nelson for 4 to 5 weeks around the month of February. References available.Please call 807 225 5249 or email johnson_bay@hotmail.com EXPERIENCED PET / HOUSE SITTER available. Loving care for your pets and home. Brenda 505 7555 EXPERIENCED MATURE HOUSE/ PET SITTER with many local references. I’m available November for long term. 250-354-4075 MATURE, NON-SMOKING COUPLE SEEKING house-sitting opportunity in Nelson. Available Jan. and Feb. of 2009 or portion thereof. 306-8652384 or 306-865-7604. WANTED, RESPONSIBLE HOUSESITTER: CHARMING heritage cottage near lakeside park. Short stays: Thanksgiving or Xmas. Longer: Dec 2 -9. Lee: 352-3870

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LOST AT SPEARHEAD show: silver plated pendant with 3 Shiva eyes. Has sentimental value. 250-226-7994 LOST 2 LARGE BOXES of Mandalay Patio Furniture on Sept. 26 between Old Theatre, Castlegar & Brilliant Dam 250-505-5190 NON-DIGITAL CAMERA FOUND in Ymir June 15. Call to identify. 250357-9927 evenings. Last notice! FOUND: COPPER RING at Redsands. Sept. 18,2008. Call 3521679 to identify.

Misc. for Sale A FREE TELEPHONE SERVICE Get your first month free. bad credit, don’t sweat it. No deposits. No credit checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines today toll-free 1-866-884-7464. SAWMILLS FROM ONLY $3,495.00 - Convert your logs to valuable lumber with your own Norwood portable band sawmill. Log skidders also available. www.norwoodsawmills.ca/400T - Free information: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT. ADD AND SAVE on home phone reconnection. Bad credit - no problem! Up to $30. off for new customers, plus lower monthly rates! Call Tembo 1-877-266-6398 or sign up online www.tembo.ca. NEW LOADED COMPUTER ONLY $29.99/month! Everyone’s approved*. MDG Desktop right to your doorstep from only $29.99/month: Intel processor, 2 GB RAM, 500 GB HD, 22” LCD flat panel, Windows Vista and loads of software, or 15.4” notebook! Inhouse financing (*Call for conditions) 1-800-236-2504. BIKE FOR SALE blue and yellow asking 40$ obo call 505-5251 ask for Lily SHOP VAC $35, workmate $20, table saw $50, reciprocating saw $30, screw gun $35 250-352-9679 DELTA SIDEKICK 8 1/4” Builders Saw complete with moveable stand. Near new Offers Ph 250-354-1315 GAMECUBE FOR SALE: Comes with 2 controllers and 11 games $150 Phone 250-354-1127 COMPLETE PRO DJ settup (custom) 2Tech1200MK2, Vestax mixer, coffin case, needles, crate of records, $2000 250-352-7663 HOCKEY GEAR, LARGE, shorts 34-36”, guards, pads, gloves, cup, helmet, neck-protector, jersy, socks, bag. $220. 250-359-6897 CAST IRON TUB: 4ft. white, with silver feet and taps. Perfect Condition. $400 o.b.o 352-1811 PUMPS: GOULDS 4” Model GS 1/4hp submersible pump $400.00. Offers considered 250-226-7013 17 CU FT deep freeze $75; 2 electric scooters $75 each. Ph: 250-354-1123 25 FEET CHAINLINK fencing plus pieces $35. phone 354-4794. 08/09 MOUNTAIN HARDWARE Phantom Down Jacket, Large, c/w BD helmet or Leatherman. $250obo 352-7401 QUEEN WATERBED C/W shelf headboard, waveless mattress Complete $199 Ken 250-352-0136 WEEKENDER CLOTHING 4 SALE Lot of womens clothing Sizes XSmall and Small Call 250 354-3867 BEER BOTTLES GROLISH style with stopper. 352-9245 14 CLASSICAL MUSIC CD’s $28. 250-359-7942 COMPOSTING TOILET COMPLETE unit Approved for residential use $200 obo 250-352-1199

Misc. Wanted WANTED: PIANO NEW TO Nelson Musician seeks free/affordable piano. Will pay for moving. glennathestar@yahoo.ca WANTED FREE HORSE MANURE to improve garden. Will pick up. Call Chris or Crystal at (250)-359-7220. FOR NEW BEING: Armoire, changing table, car seat, Chariot carrier, juice press (borrow or rent) 551-1052 WANTED: GOOD OFFICE desk and drafting table. 359-7367 or somethingsomething@shaw.ca HOMESCHOOLING FAMILY LOOKING for blackboard, any size. Can pick up between Nelson and Kaslo. 250-353-7560.

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CHIMNEY CAP FOR 8” flue,framed mirror about 4’ wide, 250-355-2269 SINGLE MOM LOOKING for a computer for her daughter for free or cheap 226-6726 WANTED: GOOD QUALITY used rebounder (mini-trampoline). 250825-9610 DIGITAL PIANO & touch-sensitive keyboards & stands wanted for teaching children’s music classes. Please call Rita @ 250-352-0013 LEGO! FOR A 5 year old boy who loves to build! Please call Steph at 250-357-2811 WANTED: GOOD CSA APPROVED woodstove to heat a 1000 sq foot house. 352-0902 REFUNDABLE BOTTLES / cans wanted by 7 year old Boy who donates monies to Nelsons’ Hospital 825-9536. QUEEN SIZED MATTRESS and box spring. Very clean. 226-7520 LOOKING FOR AGED, beaten up doors or wood for use as table top. 352-2298

FOR SALE: GIBSON Lesspaul custom sunburst, 60 Anniversary Fender Jazz Bass, Godan Signature Series Guitars. Also 200 watt bass amp, 700 watt sub, Yamaha PA speakers, mikes and stands, Yamaha saxaphone, key board. 357-9249 FOR SALE: 1 Trumpet & 2 violins. Call for details 250-354-7321 CD & DVD DUPLICATION, direct to disc printing and graphic design located in Nelson: www.shortyburns. com 352-BURN(2876) MATURE, RELIABLE MUSICIANS WANTED for original live & recording projects. Vocals a must. Call Rob 250-365-8484 FRIENDS OF CLASSICAL MUSIC informal listening and/or interactive soirees for music aficionados. 505-5583 ARTLEY SILVER FLUTE, rebuilt $300 250-509-0673

GREAT HOMES WANTED for Spring-ador pups $350. Also adult dogs looking for good homes. 250354-0378 4-YEAR OLD MALLARD DUCK widow, lonely and looking for a new mate. Need a healthy male for life. 250-354-1508 SALT WATER FISH / REEF ENTHUSIASTS: interested in sharing experiences, frags, possible club? Email saltyfish@shaw.ca. 304-3535. MILK GOATS,ONE BUCK and butcher size goats for sale. PH 250428-9398 Creston SHIH TZU PUPPIES. Vet checked & shots. Ready mid Oct. Reserve yours today! 354-9009 WE URGENTLY NEED horse hay, delivered to Blewett. Up to 6 tons - can you help? 250-352-7354 LARGE BIRD CAGE on casters. Like new. $150. Med. size dog kennel folds flat, $50. 352-1308

$500$ LOAN SERVICE, by phone, no credit refused, quick and easy, payable over 6 or 12 installments. Toll Free: 1-877-776-1660. LAWYER REFERRAL SERVICE matches people with legal concerns to a lawyer in their area. Participating lawyers offer a 30 minute consultation for $25 plus tax. Regular fees follow once both parties agree to proceed with services. 604-687-3221 (Lower Mainland) or 1.800.663.1919 (Outside LM). Dial-A-Law offers general information on a variety of topics on law in BC. 604-687-4680 (Lower Mainland) or 1.800.565.5297 (Outside LM); www.dialalaw.org (audio available). MONUMENTAL STONE WORKS Custom headstones/monuments. Portable sandblasting. Cleaning and rehighlighting. Glass etching. Pet Memorials - proceeds to SPCA. 354-0988 TRUCK FOR HIRE. Will do dump runs, moving, etc. Patrick 505-0612. PROFESSIONAL FINISHING CARPENTER. Very meticulous. 30+ years experience in all aspects of building. Will work independantly or with owner(s) Phone Philip 1-519429-5995 FINE WOODWORKING, DESIGNER kitchens, custom built-ins, wood stairs, hardwood floor installation. Phone Loren @ 250-509-1106 PINE BEETLES STARTING TO INFEST your forest? Need some of your trees down for firewood? Feeling a bit uncomfortable taking it down yourself? Call Shaun at Phoenix Falling for your ground based tree needs. 354-7411.

WANTED TO BUY used skateboard. Tara 250-352-1146 VOILE SPLITBOARD 159 cms, lightly used older model, all hardware/skins included $650 obo (250)505-5252 NEWROSSIGNOLLEGIONSnowboard for sale. 156 cm with Salomon bindings. $400 OBO. 354-2804 SANTA CRUZ BLUR LT for sale. Large. Fox fork. Excellent condition. 250-352-5277. 2 WINMAU DARTBOARDS in great condition, full compliment darts, backplate, $100, 304-5391 SEARS TREADMILL. GOOD condition. $300.00 obo 250-357-2121 HYBRID BIKE. DEVINCI ‘Liverpool’. Bought bike, rode once, sitting in basement. $350. (250)505-6600. KIDS HEAD MOJO skis with bindings for sale. Barely used. 134cm. $125 (250)354-0968

ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGES - Book Online at www.canadatravels.com and save more on your vacations. Use code NCA74327 for discount or call us toll-free at 1-800-563-5722.

Music & Dance STELLAR 5-STRING BASS w/ Hardcase, 16W Amp, Digitech BP50 Effects Pedal, Patchcords $400 Like New 509-1941 PIANO, MILTON UPRIGHT, $700. Flute, La Monte, $100. 250-3552342

BALLROOM DANCING CLASSES are starting Oct 18, 2008 at the North Shore Hall. Info Barb Wallington 250353-2238. ONE PAIR, P.A. speakers, 2-way, 15 inch, c/w horns. Good condition. $395 firm. 352-5067 YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP950 Digital Electric Piano. Like new. $2400. obo. 352-1308

Pets & Livestock WANTED: FREE HORSE manure to improve garden. Will pick up. Call Chris at (250)-359-7220.

Services ARE YOU LOSING a loved one to substance abuse? Our program has the highest success rate. Help is only one phone call away! 1-877-7827409; www.narconon.ca. DEBT STRESS? CONSOLIDATE & lower payments by 30-40%. End those phone calls & the worry. Avoid bankruptcy. Contact us for a no-cost consultation. Online: www.mydebtsolution. com or toll-free 1-877-556-3500.

Work Wanted NEED A CARPENTER? Professional and quality work. Reasonable rates. Contact: 354-3401 JUNK TO THE DUMP plus leaves? Call me now 250-352-3871. I’ll do it!

Steel Buildings FUTURE STEEL BUILDINGS. Durable, dependable, pre-engineered, all-steel structures. Custom-made to suit your needs and requirements. Factory-direct affordable prices. Call 1-800-668-8653 ext. 170 for free brochure.

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APPROVED AUTO FINANCING. www.credit-queen.ca. For people with good/challenged credit. New, used, all makes vehicles at Canada’s most reputable dealership. Low rates, online approvals 24/7 or Call Joanne at 1-866-602-3743 DL 5231. #1 IN CREDIT REBUILDING. Need a car, truck, van or SUV? Auto credit fast. Bad credit! No credit! Bankruptcy! Repossession! No problem. Call today and drive away. Call Stephanie 1-877792-0599. Free delivery anywhere - www.autocreditfast.ca.

1993 HONDA CIVIC SI, new muffler, radiator, battery & windshield. Winter tires. Great gas mileage. $3500 obo 359-7774. 94 NISSAN QUEST Van 4cyl, good on gas well maintained, good body. $2000 obo 250-352-7384 2008 125CC DIRT Bike. Paid 800, used very little. runs perfect. $550. 604-698-5195 lv. message

Boats & Marine CO-OWNERSHIP OF PREMIUM SAIL & motor yachts available at severalÊcoastal BC bases. Titled ownership (25% or 50% interest). Fully managed. Some vessels providing revenues. www.one4yacht.com (604) 66YACHT. 17 FT. CANOE $400 250-355-0015 1986/87 SEARS GAMEFISHER Outboard Motor. 15hp. New water pump and gas tank/line. $200. Call 250-551-5714 MOORAGE AVAILABLE YEARROUND deep water, no ferry wake. Red Dog Marine Balfour 250-505-9273

Cars 1993 HONDA CIVIC LX 223,000KM, 4-door, standard 5-speed, runs great, regularly maintained, some rust $1200 92 TOYOTA TRUCK, extra/cab, 5spd, canopy, 2wd, some rust, reliable, 2 sets of tires. $2800 OBO. 352-9235 1997 CHRYSLER INTREPID, well maintained, power and a/c, 4 brand new snows, $2500 obo 250-352-7371 1994 ACURA INTEGRA 2door airbags CD red with black interior runs excellent 217000kms 3950$ 250-352-7615 1993 HONDA ACCORD. Won’t last long. Very reliable. 313kms. Asking $2999. Ph. 352-3160 91’VW PASSAT 215000 KM’S, needs clutch. Great shape. $1200.00 o.b.o. (250)-825-4540 98 VW JETTA. 170000kms, new muffler, 4 new tires. $6500 firm. Call Justin at 505-7962 1997 VW JETTA, well maintained, 5 speed, fuel efficient, new winter tires, $5500 OBO, call 505-5169

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Recreational 8’ CAMPER, EVERYTHING works, tlc required, $200.00 obo 352-0377 after 5:30 pm OVER 200 NEW & used motorhomes, diesel pushers, 5th wheels, trailers, vans, campers. Total RV Centre. Special RV financing. Since 1984, Voyager RV - Hwy 97, Winfield BC. 1800-668-1447, www.VoyagerRV.ca.

Sleds/Bikes FORD TRACTOR WITH Ferguson hydraulically operated implements. 4 attachments including logging. call 359-8004 heidmcgregor@hotmail. com $2975 1998 KLR650, 35,000 km, lockbox, new brake pads, battery, thermostat,65 mpg, $2900 obo, 825-9320 1983 BLACK KAWASAKI 440 LTD motorcycle. Belt drive, windshield & rear rack. Runs great. $850. 250825-4539.

Tires/Parts/Other SET OF 4 lock nuts w/key (12x1.5), 12 mag nuts (12x1.5), all for $15, 365-3538 WINTER TIRES (4) on RIMS. Nokian Hakkapeliita RSi 185/60 R15 88R. Only 1000km. $695. 352-6268. 4 BRIDGESTONE STUDDED winter radials, P225/75R15 on steel rims. 5 hole, 5”diam. circle, phone 250359-6891 4 NOKIAN I3’S for sale. 195/65r15 Awsome summer tire, only 8000kms on them. $250 firm. 505-3929

PACE 14’X7’ ENCLOSED Cargo Trailer, Rear Ramp, Side Door, Electric Brakes, E-Trak System, $3500, 250-353-2072. WANTED: MASSEY HARRIS 555 farm tractor for frame parts etc. (250) 354-4237

Trucks/SUVs/Vans 1995 DAKOTA 4X4CC v8 at a/c 6 mags canopy 87,000 excellent condition, $5100. Call 250-365-5608 98 DODGE RAM ext cab, 4x4, std, brand new winters, canopy, some new parts 352-6387 1998 DODGE CARAVAN, great shape, 30mpg, 180K, $3400 call 352-9512 1995 TOYOTA 4RUNNER ‘Sequoia Edition’. Fully-loaded, leather, sunroof. Mint condition. Regularly serviced. 195,000km. $7900. (250)505-6600 2004 SUBARU OUTBACK, 127000kms, 24000 kms on engine, new brakes, dual moonroof, 6 cd, $16900, 250-352-7185 MAZDA B2600, 1992, runs, winter and summer tires, topper, needs work, asking $400.00 250-359-2946 HOTROD! 82 EL CAMINO diablo $4500 / 85 Silverado crewcab diesel $3500. $7500 takes both 352-7663 4SALE 1990 TOYOTA 4runner $1500 obo, 31” new tires and lots of new parts 354-8695 2006 KIA SPORTAGE red, 5 door, 4 clyn, 5 speed. 75,000 kms, great shape asking $18,995. Call 250-358-7271 2005 CHEVROLET UPLANDERAWD, excellent condition, remote start, keyless entry, w/warranty, 84000km, leather/cloth seats $13000.00 obo 250-229-2144 ‘89 DODGE RAM. Winter and Summer Tires. $1200 obo. Must sell. Phone 250-352-6701. 2000 TOYOTA TUNDRA, 4x4, 133,000km Excellent condition. Lots of extras $16,500. Call 250-227-9669 2004 HONDA PILOT EXL: leather, fully loaded, 100,000 km, excellent, black, $23,500. 250 505 5075

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1997 RAV 4 Good condition. $9000.00 obo Phone 250-357-2121 93 GMC SONOMA 4x4, ext cab, std, lots of new parts $1500 obo trucker.99@hotmail.com 1995 4X4 FORD Ranger, x-cab, canopy, 76000km original motor, set studded tires, $6300obo 359-7293 1995 MAZDA MPV, 4wd, 258,000 kms. Good condition, runs fine. $2800 250-505-9322

1991 TOYOTA 4X4 extracab pickup. New starter, breaklines & battery. Extra tires/rims. $2900obo 551-1074 1999 JEEP TJ Sahara 123,000 kms, 4.0L 5-speed, 22mpg, Ztops, well kept. $11,500 obo. 250-352-3656 1982 TOYOTA 4X4 P/U 22R 5-Speed, California truck. Runs & drives excellent. No box roof or doors. $900. 250-551-4141

1993 GMC SONOMA ext cab, 4.3L V6, 4x4, lots of new parts $1500 obo 551-3024 1998 JEEP CHEROKEE sport 4X4 178000 kms, white, pw, tint rw, pdl, set winters, no rust, 5500 obo. 226-7648 1989 TOYOTA 4RUNNER $2000 obo. Runs well. Good on gas, 4X4 551-7259 1995 MAZDA MPV. 4WD, 257 kms, good condition, runs fine, $3000. 505-9322

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Due to a busy work schedule this summer, Lynch Building Inspection is taking a break from writing the column and the Express will run archived columns.

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1 BDR. BASEMENT suite near Baker ROOMATE WANTED. FURNISHED 1.7 PRIVATE ACRES IN SHARE HOUSE RENT free in Street in Nelson. Semi-furnished, or unfurnished room. 250-357-9249 BONNINGTON: Newer 2bdr home exchange for driving 70+ woman to newly remodeled unit w/woodstove. with carport, garden, greenhouse and store and occassional outings. Some CASTLEGAR SHORT TERM rental. �� Avl. for short term (1-2) months. workshop. $365,000 250-359-6605 snow shoveling/grass cutting amf/ or Furnished room. Utilities included, $1200/month includes utilities/ DSL. minor chores. Preferably older gentlewith wireless internet. N/P N/S 150/ THINKING OF SELLING?�� Get 250.505.6282 man with vehicle. Nice uphill location. wk 304-7806 a FREE, no obligation mar�� Ray 250-359-7758 ket evaluation of your home. Call RO O M M AT E WA N T E D LARGE & BRIGHT 3 brm. Rental in Trevor@NelsonRealty.ca 354-8409 IMMEDIATELY to share 2 bedroom Bonnington close to water falls and �� straw-bale house in Blewit contact �� COZY, CHARMING & completely WE ARE GRATEFUL for finding a river $ 950 + 250-359-6997 Phil @ 250-354-7482 remodeled mobile home on 3 �� private, healthy, long-term 2-3bdrm rental MINIMAL�� RENT OR work trade at MATURE FEMALE WANTED to quiet & treed acres in Nelson area. home before Nov.1st. Local familly, beautiful North Shore retreat center. �� share lovely, quiet, clean, furnished $198,000. 250-359-6669 employed, prefer yard and garden �� 10/16-12/15 flexible. 250-229-2350. home w/one other. Nov. 1. $500+ space. $800-$1100. (250)505-5257. 402 FIFTH STREET. (Fairview) 2 250-352-5155 OFFGRID CABINS FOR rent. Small QUIET, MATURE, STRAIGHT, Bedroom House. Large private lot. community near Slocan. Children welFEMALE TO SHARE house with two woman (Excellent Tenant) looking to �� Asking $275,000. Call Keven at come. Handyskills & 4WD an asset. �� Rastas, 325/mo. no alcohol/tobacco rent in Nelson area. (250)777-0825 (250)352-1303. 250-226-7311/355-2393 Ext1421 downtown, nice view 505-1170 �� 2 WOMEN AND 1 child seek 2-3bdrm BLEWETT: SPACIOUS 3HOUSEMATE TO SHARE strawin Nelson ASAP N/S, clean, respect5 min to Nelson. Great bale, Blewett, ful, responsible. contact Tamara @ Please proof for accuracy then phone, fax or email withBEDROOM. any $1000+ changes or an approval. ��female preferred. $500 yard. mature, ns/nd/np. plus deposit. Micro hydro. Oct 1. 250-538-8474 PREFAB HOMES DISCOUNTED immediately 505-2060 352-6057 Phone: 250.354.3910 • Fax: 250.352.5075 Email:Available sales@expressnews.bc.ca ADVERTISING A VACANT 50%+!! Green-R-Panel •Building UPHILL 6-BEDROOM + den house, LOOKING FOR THIRD to share Answering dozens of Systems Sub-prime mortgage + utilities, The Express is not responsible for any errors after $1,600 the client hasfamilies signedonlyoff.RENTAL? lovely ��lower fairview home. Quiet, calls a day? If you are offering safe, disaster order cancellations. 1260SF please. 1-bedroom suite, $800 utiliclean, health and heart oriented. affordable accommodation, we may Pre-engineered Package originally ties incl. Available October. Call 250$500 Judy & Marisa, 352-3319 have the tenants you are looking for. $29,950.00, blowout $14,975.00!!! 352-1761 Please call Bev from Nelson CARES Other sizes - sacrifice prices! Since UPHILL HUGE for rent. at 551-3015.fax or email with any changes or an approval. 1980/BBB. 1-800-871-7089. Fall/ Please proof forBEDROOM accuracy then phone, 600.00 per month incl util, nice view. spring delivery available! ARTIST LOOKING FOR live or �� Penny 352-2433, 505-2054 studio, garage, cabin winter sales@expressnews.bc.ca Phone: 250.354.3910 • Fax:work 250.352.5075 • forEmail: COUNTRY HOME IN Argenta, 2hrs months. Contact Pat @ 352-3937 �� northExpress of Nelson, 3isbedroom, wood/ HARD for WORKING PEOPLE looking The not responsible any errors after the client has signed off. electric heat, garden, greenhouse, TWO BEDROOM HOUSE, Nelson,�� for affordable house or apartment to views, community, 675,-/month (no rent in Nelson. 705-441-4092, 352Dec.1 to March 1, includes utilities, grow ops)250 366 4372 2688 messages. 900 / month, no pets, 505 5159

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UPSCALE QUALITY HOME

AMBER BAY CONDO

5 bedroom + office, 3.5 bath executive home on just over 1 acre, 10 minutes to downtown Nelson in sunny setting. 2 fireplaces, attached garage and premium workshop. Finished on 3 levels.

Ground floor, curved corner unit with water/mountain views.2 bed. 2 bath and 1195 sq. ft. of fully upgraded luxury. Don’t miss out on this maintenance free lifestyle opportunity.

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10.5 acres of near level land w/development potential. Main house + commercial income buildings on property. In the heart of Crawford Bay. Highway access, room for parking, 2 wells on property.

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NATURE CALLS

Enjoy tranquil views of Slocan River from this east facing 27 acre vacant land parcel located 30 min. from Nelson/Castlegar. Drilled well already in place, power at lot line. Just cross the road for a dip in the Slocan River!

$99,000

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HOMES & GARDENS

Conquer your fear of clutter “One cannot collect all the beautiful shells on the beach. One can collect only a few, and they are more beautiful if they are few.” – Anne Morrow Lindbergh This is so true. We are constantly trying to keep all the beautiful memories “stuff.” Unfortunately the beauty is often lost amongst the rest of the clutter. The biggest obstacle is learning to let go without guilt. I don’t expect anyone to remove their most treasured items but to recognize the keepers and let go of the rest. The majority of people find it hard to let go of clutter; even though it might be something they don’t use or want anymore. Reality is when most of us are about to get rid of something, we become afraid that we

ing what will need to be done to achieve your goal and to keep you motivated. How does this space make you feel? Be detailed here. This answer is vital for you to understand the importance of letting go. Hanging onto clutter often reflects emotional clutter. Remember Jen Heale it’s not the clutter that controls us but the fears and doubts we harbour inside. This process can seem hard for most of us may need or want it in because we feel we are the future. losing control but in realSo, how do we get ity you will be regaining beyond this barrier? it. To help you during this We gain power when process it is important to we conquer our doubts answer these questions to and fears, so go ahead, I clearly identify the ben- dare you; start purging. efits of letting go. Feeling overwhelmed? What do you want Do a little at a time. I from your space? This is promise each time will get important in understand- easier. Jen Heale is the owner of Neat-Organizing and Decluttering Service and a member of POC (Professional Organizers of Canada). You may contact Jen directly with organizing questions to organized@neatnelson.com or 551-NEAT(6328).

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Through autumn and maintain or enhance prowinter we lose daylight vincial biodiversity. and warm temperatures, Although many of us and may replace long eveare aware of and conNature Notes nings in the field with late cerned about the impact afternoons by the fire. our actions may be having Though you may initially on local ecosystem health, be disappointed with the this resource has taken grey and blustery skies, expertise, knowledge and consider now a great time research to provide a to be indoors to catch up framework for these conEmily Nilsen on a new resource. cerns. For example, one Biodiversity BC (www. of the document’s major biodiversitybc.org) has findings states that “the recently published Taking flow of water in lakes, Nature’s Pulse: The Status streams, wetlands and of Biodiversity in British groundwater systems is Columbia. Before taking being seriously impacted a closer look at this docu- nationally and globally in BC by dams, water ment, let’s investigate the significant species and divisions, logging, stream word biodiversity. crossings and climate ecosystems.” Coined by biologist Living in a place with change.” Edward Wilson, biodiver- biodiversity If you would like to greatly sity merges the two words enriches our interaction download a copy of this biological and diversity to with nature. For many, document simply visit the represent the multitude the concept of nature Biodiversity BC website. of living things within itself relies on biodiver- Please note, depending on the natural world. British sity. Taking Nature’s Pulse your attention span, both Columbia is an incred- examines the current state the full and summary veribly biologically diverse of our natural environ- sions are available. If you province and according ment and may be used to would like a list of the to Biodiversity BC “is determine the direction 23 major findings, please home to many regionally, we need to go in order to contact me. The Land Conservancy is a non-profit, charitable land trust working throughout British Columbia to protect important habitat. If you would like more information contact Emily Nilsen, the terrestrial stewardship advisor, at enilsen@conservancy.bc.ca or 354-7345.

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These Sellers understand our present market and are motivated to move. Check out the price on this fairly new 3 bedroom home with an oversized 2 car garage, open floor plan, hardwood floors, sun deck and unobstructed panoramic view of the city and lake.

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