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Since 1988 – Nelson’s Only Independent Newspaper WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, 2009

VOLUME 21, NUMBER 30

Council considers land for CT scanner

Some councillors feel land donation �� inappropriate use of public land �� they have in fact given their by Chris Shepherd ��

outright approval. That A motion to donate can’t happen until councilland and utility connections lors hear from staff about towards fundraising efforts the value of the lots and �� for a CT scanner passed, the cost to connect utilities, in principal, despite strong which can vary. Nelson Police �� misgivings from two coun“The full costs aren’t Department take cillors. known and I’m always just�� Taser off-duty. At their Monday, June a little bit leery about sayPAGE 3 15 meeting, councillors ing ‘Oh sure, in principal �� gave their tentative approv- we’ll do it.’” al to donate land and utility Along with the �� city connections to a city-owned donation, the Kootenay Please prooflotforsoaccuracy then Lake phone, Lake fax orHospital email with any changes or an approval. the Kootenay Foundation Hospital Foundation can has spoken with Selkirk Phone: 250.354.3910 • Fax: Email: sales@expressnews.bc.ca build a home on it and250.352.5075 sell College’s •trades programs it, keeping the proceeds for building the the house The Express is not responsible forabout any errors after client has signed off. the foundation’s CT scan- and local trades people and ner fundraiser. businesses have expressed Councillors Margaret an interest in donating Nelson couple bluffStacey, Donna Macdonald labour and supplies. charged by bear south and Kim Charlesworth While Macdonald and of Nelson. voiced some concerns about Charlesworth had their PAGE 3 giving away land before reservations, Mayor John knowing more about just Dooley spoke strongly in how much land the city has favour of the idea. and what the value of that “I’m asking council to land is. move this project forward Stacey asked for an and not put any roadblocks inventory of city-owned up,” Dooley said. The lots, a request echoed mayor said council had a by Charlesworth and responsibility to get behind Macdonald. the CT scanner fundraiser. �� Charlesworth also said “This is� one�� way to do she felt the donation was this without handing them an inappropriate use of city [the hospital foundation] a �� land. cheque.” The Kootenay Lake “It should be going to Dooley said he thought Express lug.pdf 5/14/2009 3:54:01 PM �� house �� Hospital Foundation other city priorities or into the land and could explains how impor. . . reserves until we iden- bring the foundation � tant a CT scanner is to tify long-term prospects for $250,000. seniors. it. I just don’t think that a Macdonald and �� PAGE 10 CT scanner is one of those Charlesworth voted against things.” the motion. �� Macdonald said councilCouns. Bob Adams, lors didn’t know what the Stacey, Deb Kozak and CHRIS SHEPHERD full costs of the donation Mayor Dooley voted for it. would be. Coun. Robin Cherbo was She is also concerned not at the meeting. Elijah Smart checks out the Nelson fire department’s Engine 7 during the inter-agency interface people will think that A report on potential cooperation exercise on Saturday, June 20. Fire departments from Balfour-Harrop, Beasley and the because councillors gave lots is expected at council’s North Shore got together to ensure the departments were ready to work together to fight a forest their approval in principal, June 29 meeting. fire should one start in the area.

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Grizzly run-in

CT scans and seniors

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The value of dad

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Kootenay clean

Briefly Canadian Power Machines adds services

Open house on Friday, June 19 and Saturday, June 20 at 1007 Playmor Rd (across from Mt. Sentinel Secondary School) Canadian Power Machines has expanded the shop to meet the growing automotive needs of their customers where they continue repairing both domestic and import vehicles. They have installed new equipment and now provide new services, including nitrogen tire inflation. This service is for all automotive, long haul trucking and even motorcycles. The shop will provide free safety checks.

Healthcare job explosion

Tuesday, June 23, 9 a.m. to 1 1 a.m. at the Kootenay Career Development Society, 514 Vernon St. This session will inform people about traditional and non-traditional careers in healthcare. Call KCDS 352-6200 to register for Careers in Healthcare.

Mandala adds yurts

Yurts have traditionally been fabric tents designed for temporary or permanent residence. Mandala Homes recognized that fabric may not be the ideal building material for comfort and

security and has designed a yurt that combines solid wood walls with a fabric roof, keeping the cost low yet providing a beautiful living space. The central skylight and open floor space create a very bright and spacious interior. Solid wood walls provide security and comfort from the elements. The basic yurt includes a wood floor, plywood walls finished with a non toxic wood preservative, a vinyl roof, four foot central skylight, vinyl windows and a fibreglass or wood entry door. The yurt comes in three sizes: 20 foot, 25 foot or 30 foot. There are upgrades available, including: deck packages, siding packages, insulation packages, interior finishing, flooring and door and window upgrades. For more information visit Mandala Homes at 3513 Ymir Rd., call 352-5582, email yurt@mandalahomes.com or visit www.mandalahomes.com.

Free certifications

The Youth Employment Resource Centre is offering a way to get youth (15 to 30) ready to work and free certification: Foodsafe, Serving It Right, Level 1 First Aid and WHMIS. Visit the Youth Employment Resource Centre at 608 Lake St. to get into a course. Call 352-5656 or visit www.yerc.ca for more information.

Trillium brings locally made, natural bath products to Nelson by Chris Shepherd For four years Trillium’s owner, Kirsten Chapman, has been making natural, handcrafted bath and body products in Nelson. Starting this week, she’ll have her own store to sell them in as well. Chapman opened Trillium at 564 Baker St. this week, creating a dedicated outlet for the items she makes herself. Up until now, Chapman has been selling her goods wholesale (Trillium products can be found in hundreds of stores) but last Christmas she experimented with having her own store. She opened a temporary store in Chahko-Mika Mall before the Christmas season and the success she had there convinced her to open a shop on Baker Street. There, Chapman sells an array of goat milk soaps, buttermilk-based milk baths, creams, lip balms, bath salts (one from the Himalayas, the other from the Dead Sea) and an exfoliating butter scrub. Chapman also makes soy candles and soy tea lights which she says burn cleaner and longer than regular candles. All of the items Chapman makes are packaged in either reusable containers (the candles come in a glass tumbler) or recyclable containers (such as tins).

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Kirsten Chapman has opened a shop dedicated to selling her hand-made, Kootenay bath products (like the goat milk soap, below) on Baker Street.

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“We’re trying to lessen our impact,” Chapman says. In addition to her own products, Chapman also carries planting pots made from rice hulls that are said to last five

years and will biodegrade. Trillium is open Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The store phone number is 352-7390 and the website is www.trilliumsc.com.

M A K E VOICE YOURD IN HEAR

KASLO GLACIER/HOWSER Private Hydro Project Public Meeting

TUES, JUNE 23 6:15PM Rally* 7:00PM Meeting J.V. Humphries School Gym, Kaslo

There are smart ways to develop renewable energy. AXOR’s massive and environmentally destructive Glacier/ Howser private hydro project is the wrong way. With Nelson public meeting requests ignored, a strong turn out at this Kaslo meeting is critical. More information & Kaslo transport options:

www.ecosociety.ca (250) 354-1909

*Bring your banners, signs and costumes!

Second Public Meeting taking place in Meadow Creek. Wed, June 24 at 7pm, Lardeau Valley Community Hall.

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NPD’s Taser passes test Police board yet to make decision on weapon’s future with city police force by Chris Shepherd Nelson’s Taser will stay on the shelf despite getting a passing grade in a province-wide test of all the conducted energy weapons used by municipal police officers. Mayor John Dooley, who chairs the Nelson Police Board, says the board will have to look at the results and what the province wants municipal police forces to do with the controversial weapon. Earlier this month, the province told the RCMP to pull all its M26 Tasers from duty after a study of the older model of weapon found 80 per cent did not perform according to the manufacturer’s specifications. The province tested M26 Tasers used by municipal police, sheriffs and corrections personnel. No orders were sent to municipal police forces. The tests came after news reports cast doubts on the reliability of the weapons. The province tested the two types of Taser used by police: the M26, an older model; and the X26. The Nelson Police Department has one M26 Taser. Of the 128 M26 models tested, 102 (80 per cent) did not perform according to the manufacturer’s

The Nelson Police Board has yet to decide what will happen to the police department’s M26 Taser.

specifications. The Nelson Police Department’s Taser was one of the few units to perform correctly. Eight-two X26s were tested and eight (roughly 10 per cent) did not perform according to the manufacturer’s specifications. Dooley could not say whether the police department would use a budgeted $4,500 to buy more Tasers. “We always have to look at making sure we’re supplying our

officers with the best possible equipment they need to make sure they’re able to police the community and deliver the kind of safety the community needs.” Previously, Insp. Henry Paivarinta had said the police department would be reluctant to give up the M26 Taser because it provides a safer option for dealing with combative suspects. The police board is also waiting to hear the outcome of the

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Braidwood Inquiry, convened to look into the death of Robert Dziekanski, a Polish immigrant who died shortly after he was tasered by the RCMP at the Vancouver International Airport in October 2007. The inquiry is also looking at the appropriate use of Tasers and is expected to make recommendations on the weapons. A final report from the inquiry is expected this fall.

Grizzly bluff charges couple Conservation officer says bear not dangerous but urges people to avoid contact by Chris Shepherd A grizzly bear that rushed a Nelson couple was likely defending an abundant food source, says one conservation officer, though an area resident says last week’s incident was just one of many she’s seen and hopes a trail south of Nelson could be closed every spring to give the bears space to eat. Rob Grace was riding with his fiancée, Laura Grant, on the Nelson Salmo Great Northern Trail on Wednesday, June 10 when he noticed a massive pile of fresh bear scat on the trail. Soon, Grace heard something large crashing through the bushes and suddenly the grizzly was chasing them. The couple peddled as fast as they could, heading uphill towards Ymir. Grace was ahead of Grant and when he looked back, he could see the bear behind her.

“I thought I was going to watch my fiancée get taken down by a grizzly.” It was then he started yelling at the bear, trying to scare it off. “I really went at this thing with my voice. I emptied my lungs at this damn thing. I just kept going and going with the screaming and for whatever reason it turned and ran the other way.” After the bear left, Grace and Grant kept peddling uphill before turning off the trail and onto the highway. From there they stopped a passing car and called a conservation officer to report the incident. Conservation officers searched the trail and found abundant bear signs, primarily fresh scat, says Micah Kneller, one of the officers who responded to the call. Kneller says Grace’s description of the incident doesn’t sound like an attack, but instead it

Briefly EcoSociety organizes rally

Tuesday, June 23, 6:15 at J.V. Humphries Elementary/ Secondary School in Kaslo The West Kootenay EcoSociety has organized a rally prior to the open house for the Glacier/ Howser power project. Organizers say the rally is meant to call attention to concerns about the project and concerns about the planning of the open houses. The society has rented buses out of some communities to get people to Kaslo. Visit www.ecosociety.ca for details on the buses.

Camp-out planned for Glacier/Howser meetings

Tuesday, June 23 at Glacier Creek Eloise Charet has called on people to go to the open house meeting for the Glacier/Howser power project in Kaslo and/or in Meadow Creek. She is also organizing a camp over at Glacier Creek. She encourages people to wear something blue and bring a bottle of water from their water source to put with written comments. For more information, call 358-7237 or email eloise@eloisecharet.ca.

was likely a bluff charge, Grace and Grant were meant to scare off Grace chased. and Grant. Rayne has lived in the “If the bear wanted area for four years and to cause damage, I think each spring she watches it would have,” Kneller bears feeding, suddenly says. sniff the air then go runGrizzlies are naturally ning up the forested hills. defensive creatures and Seconds later walkers or will protect an easy food cyclists will come along source like what’s availthe trail, oblivious there able in that area. was a bear nearby. The Express incor“There’s so much food I thought I was Rayne says the nar- rectly reported how up there right now, he’s going to watch my row valley is “a boiling much money the gorging,” Kneller says. pot waiting to overflow” Kootenay Lake Hospital This spring was an fiancée get taken because there’s little room Foundation asked from especially hard one for down by a grizzly. for the animals and peo- from the Regional District bears, says Kneller. The Rob Grace ple. She’d like the trail of Central Kootenay cool spring has meant a closed from April to June (RDCK). bears normal food source, to give the bears room to The story “CT scanner higher up the mountains, feed and avoid any con- plan unveiled,”(June 10) has been scarce. The bears flict. should have read that the have stayed in the valGrace agrees people hospital foundation asked ley bottoms where there’s should avoid the area. for a total $300,000, not more food. While the incident $450,000. �� In May, Kneller had bear. was scary at the moment, The money would to kill �a grizzly that was Grace can make light of The Nelson Salmo come from the RDCK’s �� hanging around the Six Great Northern Trail it now. community development Mile area, eating seeds has been closed from the “I think I’m going quit grants and Columbia �� from bird feeders and get- Cottonwood crossing to my job as an acupunctur- Basin Trust grants. � ��The foundation is also ting into compost piles. the Apex/Busk crossing ist and become a media�� He wants people to until further notice tor,” says Grace. “If I can looking for $150,000 from �� avoid the area while the That’s welcome news to dissuade a grizzly bear corporate donors within bear is there so he won’t Celeste Rayne, who lives from charging, I’m in the the RDCK geographic have to shoot another in the marsh near where�� wrong��line�� of work.” area.

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Briefly Innovative, affordable housing strategies: A 100 Mile Ideas Diet café

Wednesday, June 17, 7 p.m. at Oso Negro, 604 Ward St. The Centre for Innovative and Entrepreneurial Leadership (CIEL) and Oso Negro present Innovative, Affordable Housing Strategies, the second to last 100 Mile Ideas Diet conversation café. Admission is by donation to the CT Scanner for the Kootenay Lake Hospital. Speakers Derek M u r p h y, G e o r g e Penfold, Jenna Arpita and Michelle Mungall will offer experiential insight to spark discussion about innovative ways to expand affordable housing options. With back grounds spanning social planning and research, rural economic development, feminist advocacy and grassroots activism, they are bound to provoke inspirational discussion. The final conversation café in the series will be on Thursday, July 16 and examines technological connections and grassroots movements. It will feature presentations by Bill Metcalfe, Michelle Laurie, Delyse Sylvester, and Tom Clegg. The dialogue is broadcast on Kootenay Cooop Radio on Fridays,, 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. The podcast can be found at http://www.cjly. org/index.php?/radioshow/show/the_100_ mile_ideas_diet/ Finally, the winners of the Community Vitality Youth Artwork Competition have been announced. They

The latest at the library are: first place: Yu Jeong Kang and Daisy Morrison; second place: Alecia Maslechko and Amanda Eady; third place: Seth Clark and Reece Boulanger. To learn more about the 100 Mile Ideas Diet, contact Anna Planedin: aplanedin@theciel.com or 352-9192 ext. 221. To learn more about the work CIEL does, visit www.theciel.com/.

Alternative energy tour comes to Slocan Valley

Wednesday, June 17, 8:30 p.m. at Endless Adventure in South Slocan Filmmaker and environmental activist Seth Warren is bringing his KAVU Elements Tour to the Kootenays. The mission of the Elements Tour is to educate about what they can do to satisfy their energy needs using renewable sources and how to live more sustainable lifestyles. To help spread the word, Warren travels to schools with “Baby,” his one-of-a-kind truck that he has driven farther than any vehicle in the world without petroleum fuel. Warren’s event corresponds with the Endangered Creek Expedition fundraiser for the West Kootenay EcoSociety. The day’s events will be primarily off the grid utilizing the Element Tour’s alternative energy sources. There will be a film festival and tickets are $12 ahead of time, $15 at the door.

Community First Health Co-op AGM

Thursday, June 18, 7 p.m. at the Community First Health Co-op, 518 Lake St. The Community First Health Co-op (CFHC)

�� e are looking for an individual to hold a private mortgage. � We have excellent credit and have been approved by KSCU and N&DCU for mortgages, however the property we are in love with is not eligible for a conventional mortgage. We are happy to pay a competitive interest rate to someone who can help us realize our dream. If you are interested in looking at the numbers please call Jennie and Shaun, 354-7812. ��

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operates the Wellness Centre in Nelson. It is a volunteer organization with a common goal to help West Kootenay communities in the area of health and wellness. Members invite all who are interested in the health and wellness of their own West Kootenay communities to attend and to hear the co-ops plans for the future. There will be tours of the building starting at 6 p.m. to show everyone all the accomplishments since purchasing the property in 2006. People who wish to become a health co-op member can buy a $10 share or shares at the meeting. Refreshments will be provided after the meeting.

Camp Koolaree open house

Follow The Reader: Summer Reading Club

Registration begins Monday, June 22 at the Nelson Municipal Library, 602 Stanley St. The Nelson Municipal Library’s Summer Reading Club is a free, province-wide program and theme this year is “Follow the Reader” where children of all ages can learn about their place in the global community. There will be summer reading logs for children to record the books that they have read and weekly book draws for those children who are registered. As well, there will be weekly activity programs where children can come and listen to stories, make crafts, play games and build new friendships. The activities programs are on a drop-in basis, so kids can bring their friends, cousins and neighbours too. There will be holding a kick-off party for our Summer Reading Club on Monday, June 29, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. There will be crafts, music, cake and registration forms. For more information, contact or

drop in at the Nelson Municipal Library or check out the website at www.kidssrc.ca or http://nelson.bclibrary.ca/kids.

Library closure

Tuesday, June 23 and Tuesday, June 30 at the Nelson Municipal Library, 602 Stanley St. The closures are necessary for staff training, and library collection reorganization. Staff will be trained in the many databases and internet-based opportunities offered on the library website, www.nelsonlibrary.ca. This training will allow staff to better assist and inform library visitors and website users. Reorganization of the library’s holdings will make it easier for library visitors to navigate the 45,000 items in the collection. It will also facilitate some of the upcoming changes towards phase one of the library expansion project. During the closures books may be renewed online, or returned through the book drop. IBooks due on the dates of the closures will be given a day’s grace.

Saturday, June 20, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Bob Adams will provide The non-commerCamp Koolaree cial, non-political day a welcome. Former campers, new At 12:30 p.m., tra- at Lakeside Rotary campers, families and ditional food will be Park is open to comcurious members of the served, followed by an munity groups, says Tom general public are invit- afternoon of games, Thomson, executive ed to the camp on West crafts, entertainment director of the chamber. Arm of Kootenay Lake. and an aboriginal marGroups will have to There will be free ket. have their interactive, hot dogs, snacks, campAt 5 p.m., an elder will family oriented displays fire songs, swimming, a offer the closing prayer up and ready before camp tour and more. then a family dance 10:30 a.m., when the Camp volunteers will begin and go until morning’s opening cerwill take visitors by 7:15 p.m. emonies begin. boat from Government Groups that want to Wharf (McDonalds get involved should call Landing) Hwy 3A and Father’s Day car the chamber at (250) Lower 6 Mile Road 10.1 352-3433. boot sale and famkilometres from the Big Orange Bridge. ily breakfast Sailing school Camp Koolaree, is Sunday, June 21, 9 a.m. a 137-acre wilderness to 1 p.m. at Sunshine Bay casts off for the United Church Camp Park, between Harrop on Kootenay Lake; rus- and Procter summer tic and in the woods. Easterly winds from This is a fundraiser for Established in 1931, the big lake and westthe non-profit HarropCamp Koolaree and its erlies from the Pacific Procter Watershed beaches, dock, trails, make the West Arm of Protection Society. mountains behind and Kootenay Lake a near People are encourlake in front make it a perfect place to teach aged to put the junk in true wilderness setting. and instruct sailing, says the trunk, put the loot in There are still some Dave Skrobot, chief the boot and come out spaces available for the to Harrop-Procter for a instructor and boat pro2009 season (ages seven fun-filled Father’s Day vider for the Kootenay and up). Catamaran Camp. event. For more information, It’s narrow enough �� A car boot sale is like contact www.koolaree. to keep close tabs on a flea market on wheels. �� com. � the boats and also far There’ll be games a enough to sail upwind best in show dog cos�� National tume contest and best and downwind with reladog/owner look-alike tive ease. �� Aboriginal Day This year there are contest and local enterSunday, June 21, 8 a.m. to two weeks of classes, tainment like the Procter the first week Monday, 7:15 p.m. at Outlet Choir. July 13 to Saturday, July Cottonwood Falls Park Admission is free. To 18 and Monday, July 20 This is a time for register for a car boot�� to Saturday, July , 9:30 residents to recognize spot call 229-4094. a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The the unique heritage, students range from kids the diverse cultures and contributions of Space available to 11 years old to adults. Students need to be all indigenous people – community groups able to swim, water gear First Nations, Inuit and for Canada Day and a life jacket. Classes Métis. There’s still room have 10 people maxiThe day begins with the tepee raising at available for community mum and 15-foot, 168 a.m., followed by a groups and non-prof- foot or 18-foot catamaBaker Street parade at it organizations to get rans are provided. Four involved with the Nelson instructors will run the 10 a.m. An elder will offer an and District Chamber course and students will opening prayer at 11:30 of Commerce’s Canada receive their CYA level a.m. and city Councillor Day celebrations. 1 and 2 designation.

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Registration is $549 or $499 per person if two people register together. Call the Nelson and District Community Complex at 354-4386 to register.

Sandcastle workshop presented at Touchstones Nelson

Saturday, June 27, 1 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. at Touchstones Nelson, 502 Vernon St. Participants will learn how to build their sandcastle dreams into reality. Winlaw’s own Olympic ice and sand sculptor Peter Vogelaar will facilitate this sand filled workshop. Each participant will be provided with handson instruction in the preparation of their own castles – creating a sand cast, the use of tools, different carving techniques and tricks to set their castles apart from the ordinary. Participants are encouraged to document their work with a camera as castles may be difficult to remove. The workshop also includes a tour of Brent Bukowski’s exhibition, Flow. Recommended age for this workshop is 8 years and up. Call 352-9813 to register. Space is limited so call early. All materials and instruction are included in the registration fee. The fee is $15 for members and $20 for the general public. Accompanying adults of minors are free.

Opinions & Letters Nelson’s development makes me cringe

Editorial Make the skate park work The skate park by itself doesn’t make sense, but a skate park integrated with other activities is a reasonable goal for our community. The vertical nature of Nelson’s geography makes it necessary that we build facilities that can be used by as many people as possible. There simply isn’t room for everyone to have a space dedicated exclusively to their own purpose. A site that can be used by many people is more likely to get funding. Money, whether its from the feds, province or city, are scarce these days. Because of that, we have to look for multi-use facilities to maximize our resources, whether its land, money or energy. The question that has to be answered is: How can we make the skate park multi-use?

Here’s to dad This Sunday is Father’s Day. So make sure to give dad a hug or a phone call and let him know how much you appreciate him and the part he’s played in your life. This is one of the few days that we honour men for the roles they play in raising children. A father (like a mother) works to give their child the skills and resources they need to be independent people. Ultimate success means the child leaves the home and doesn’t rely on the parent anymore. While men may have the reputation of being more emotionally distant, that doesn’t mean they don’t care and that they don’t want to be appreciated for the work they did as dad.

Dear editor, Your editorial in the Wednesday, June 10 Express was most succinct. I too, am not adverse to development, however I cringe when I wonder why developers are permitted to pass on some of their costs to the taxpaying public, when in fact it should be their own

responsibility. I find it difficult realizing an eventual payoff to the benefit of all affected, however, an obvious benefit to those with an immediate interest. Charles Salekin, Nelson

Control small dogs just like you control big dogs Dear editor, The dog park along the pathway only works if each dog and owner is respectful of each other. I have encountered a difficult situation in which I find troublesome; little dogs seem to have different rules than the larger dogs do. There is no way that a big dog would be able to be at the dog park if it was approaching other dogs growling, snarling, and antagonising other dogs. But this is the exact

behaviour that I deal with at the dog park every day by one particular small dog. I have kept my dog away from this dog for months now in fear that my larger dog may see this little dog as aggressive and respond likewise. I do not wish for my dog to get in trouble because of a reaction she may have to this aggressive small dog. Big dogs are not allowed to approach other dogs growling and snarling, so neither should small dogs. Allowing small dogs to

act aggressively towards big dogs could provoke the big dog to react in a similarly aggressive manner. The end result could easily be an injured small dog and a big dog in big trouble for no fault of its own. I think aggressive behaviour should not be allowed at the dog park by both big and small dogs alike. Shelly Young Lasichuk, Nelson

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Street Talk What did your father teach you?

He managed to teach me the value of money, despite the odds. Richard Wood, Chiswick, U.K.

Fish Heads & Flowers Fish heads to those dealers in second hand goods that ruined Trash 2 Treasures day for all those folks in need of articles for sale. Your greed left little for the low income families who could have used a new chair or table. – Looking for some help. Flowers to the Express classifieds for helping us find quality affordable stuff we need. – The Bargain Hunters Fish heads to the thieves who are stealing plants and ornaments form out private gardens. Have you never learned respect for others property? – Plantless Flowers to the gentleman who enjoyed the weather while cleaning up the winter leavings of our four legged

friends at the Lakeside dog walk. – Smiling inside Flowers to the owner and staff of the dealership that went above, and far beyond, the call of duty to fix my truck, keep us safe, and save my business, after several botched attempts by other so called professional mechanics. – Will return.

Integrity and respect. It’s important to have those. Sylvain Ratlhé, Nelson

Flowers to all of our friends, family and school who immediately rallied around us when our boy was in the hospital. Cheers to the hospital staff as well! – Our family Fish heads to the people that put their small dog in a kennel with no roof on it and let it bark all day while you are at work. – Bothered by barking

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He taught me how to relate to and love somebody that you don’t always understand. Keiko Devaux, Montreal/Nelson

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The importance of dad

There is no doubt; fathers are an important part of a child’s life. Father’s Day is fast Saturday, June 20, 3 pm 2009 AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE approaching and is the one at the Glacier Gymnastics Nominate a Deserving Individual or Organization! day that we set aside to Isabelle Herzig Club, 719 Vernon Street, thank our dads for all they (with her daughter, Fawn) �� Awards of Excellence DEADLINE FOR NOMINATIONS: downstairs gymnasium do. Categories: 4:00 PM Paciﬁc Time, �The Glacier �� Gymnastics What do they do? Most • Advocacy September 4, 2009 Club will perform their dads I know teach their • Cultural Heritage and Diversity These awards encourage �� demonstrations �� • Innovative Services group and children how to ski and excellence by honoring people • Service Provider and organizations whose work solo performances by the play soccer, they become ter chance your child will • Youth Leadership makes the lives of children and Glacier Gymnastics Club’s taxi drivers through their have at living a healthier �� • Lifetime Achievement Award youth better, and exempliﬁes Trucks and pre-competitive and com- child’s teen years, are pro- happier life. innovation and respect. To make a nomination Whatever you can do, petitive boys and girls tective, some times too trains drop in Winners will be recognized or for more info on the teams and the club’s acro/ protective, help with sci- do that. Do it with love, and honoured at award Representative’s Awards play group ceremonies in October 2009. visit www.rcybc.ca �� with true interest and dance display team. ence projects and barbecue Saturdays, 10 a.m. to genuine caring and that The performances will a mean hamburger. one phone call a month 12 p.m. at 312 Silica St. feature 19 zone chamBut, for all they do, or Kootenay Kids’ pions and six provincial don’t do, there is more to or the daily hug at night Family Place offers a champions and medalists. being a dad then doing, will impact your child in Saturday morning play “The year end show sometimes it’s just in being ways you never dreamed possible. The rewards are time geared towards provides an opportu- there that matters. endless. To all the dads out dads and their chilnity for these accomWhether you are a dren under six. plished gymnasts to part-time weekend dad, there, happy Father’s Day. Kootenay Kids wow the community a step-dad, a single dad, offers pancakes and a with the amazing skills a summer holiday dad, Kids Joke: chance to meet other that they learned and a full-time dad or a pen Submitted by Simon dads (and moms). competed this year” pal dad; the evidence is Forrester age: 5 �� More info call 352said head coach Sandra clear: If you are a dad, the Why did the chicken 6678 extension 227. �� Long. “The competitive more you are involved in cross the park? To get to team will also be using your child’s life the bet- the other slide! �� a special trampoline/ Isabelle Herzig is the regional coordinator for Community Action Programs for �� tumbling apparatus that Children (CAPC) and works with the Kootenay Kids Society. To contact Isabelle to �� will be sure to increase �� submit a Joke of the Day on behalf of a child, or to tell her what’s on your family’s the excitement of the �� mind, email isabelleh@kootenaykids.ca or phone 352-6678 ext 226. show.” �� Doors open at 2:30 pm. Admission by donation. � �� Spring session gym�� nastics continue �� classes �� to run until Friday, June �� Today, let’s focus on a Tuesday, June 9. Twenty �� 26. The club is taking few different items. signed up for membership �� registrations for summer Last week we drew and paid their $15. Seniors’ Saga camps for pre-school and attention to the UN Elder Several were keen to �� children aged six years Abuse Awareness Day give leadership in develand up. for the third year in �� a oping the concept furFor more informa- row. We’ve commented ther. Carol Zubick, from tion, contact the Glacier on other ideas and issues Continuing Education at Gymnastics Club at 352- more than once. Given Selkirk College is on board. 2227 or www.glaciergym- that some seniors’ issues “The History of Nelson” nastics.com. �� unfortunately will continand “Current Events” George Millar ue to be around for some are two courses sched�� time to come, and some uled for September. For SelfDesign-ISK special seniors activities more information, email �� will be back year after and those who work with Birthe at birthe@netidea. summer courses year, it becomes difficult them, but we will be free com, or Roger Oliver at �� ready for students to express the same things to comment on other local rogeroliver@shaw.ca. The distributed learnin new ways. Friends of Nelson activities and ideas. �� ing high school has Regular readers may I wrote in January elders, the group whose courses in photography, �� have noticed us straying 2008, about Learning in activities led to our taking Spanish, improvisational from seniors’ topics in Retirement, and how it on this column, recently music, geography, cook- some recent columns. This was organized in other donated $10,000 to the ing, world dance, film will become very delib- western Canadian cities. �� Kootenay Lake Hospital �� camp, drama and math. erate, beginning almost Foundation for the CT Birthe Wilson Achtner, Most workshop�� classes immediately. The column who first brought the scanner fund. As well, are four credits and free �� a new name, concept to our attention, they donated $1,000 to Please proof for accuracy then phone, fax orfor email any changes orwill an need approval. highwith school students. �� too, since it won’t always reported an “excellent the Seniors Coordinating members be related to seniors. Of turnout” of interested Society to help produce Phone: 250.354.3910 • Fax: 250.352.5075 Community • Email: sales@expressnews.bc.ca can register for $250. course we will still wel- people at the meeting at an updated version of the �� The Express is not responsible for any errors client has signed off. from seniors the Nelson Library on local elder abuse manual. For after more the information come input �� visit www.iskhighschool. This column intends to publicize agencies that support seniors’ activities, the lifestyle of org or call 354-1310.

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players which is turning out to be the story so far, for the Griz. Their next match doesn’t get any easier as the east Kootenay ‘Rocky Mountain Rogues’ are coming to town, a win for the Rogues could move them into first place. On the bright side new goal kicker, Micah Kneller, is showing a steady and accurate boot. The league’s semi-final play-off games are on Saturday, June 20. In the other union match in Grandforks, the Rogues defeated the Wanderers 15-7. – submitted

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on a platter. Never without a house gig, always a good time. Dubbed as “Vancouver’s busiest band,” Brickhouse has won the respect among musicians as a band that makes a difference, where the ‘song’ is the focus, accompanied by individual inspiration. With a list of original

Sticky Buds vs. Bryx

In the other corner, Nelson’s DJ Bryx won the Redbull 3 regional competition in Calgary this past winter and has since turned his focus to producing. The evening will be a battle for bragging rights incorporating scratching �� and turntablism style � to rock the party. They will be DJing �� on four turntables which is a long time in the mak�� ing with lots of original, unreleased music to be played. $5 at the door

Saturday, June 20 at the Spiritbar, 422 Vernon St. The tale of the tape has been set. Sticky Buds is coming off a regional win as a DMC DJ in search of Canada’s best scratch DJ. Since then he has signed to Good Groove Records (UK) and produced a track that Finger Lickin’ Records artist Askillz played on his 2008 breaks poll set.

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that rivals the number of keys on a full size piano, Brickhouse delivers a message that attracts the young, and the young at heart. With over 200 shows a year, it’s no wonder fans choose the set list before the band does. Mystery Train opens the night. $15 at the door.

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and several international residencies. Opening set by Wesside and Muffin. Tickets at Eddy Music.

Tambura Rasa is a buoyant cultural cross-pollination that mixes fiery Spanish Rudeboy guitar, orchestrated Baladi gypsy strings, Sunday, June 19 at the Spiritbar, burning Afro-Latin percussion. This six 422, Vernon St. piece Vancouver collective will fill The Formed in 1997 and comprised almost Velvet Underground with music �� and entirely of front men, Rudeboy filled energy, fusing contemporary grooves and the gap left behind by The Specials, The traditional rhythms into one. English Beat and other bands from the The spirited melodies leap out as found- two-tone era and took it to the next ing singer Ivan Tucakov, unleashes lyrics level. in half a dozen languages. He’s assembled Melding purist early ‘60s style reggae an ethnically and musically diverse group with catchy pop driven dance numbers, �� with a growing following of music lovers they add a dash of clever lyrical lament. and dancers. �� Energy overload doesn’t quite describe Tickets are $15 at Eddy Music and The the live show and first timers are usually Velvet Underground and $17 at the door. �� left stunned by the musicality and visual experience. Influences range from Toots and the Micky Slim ��Maytals to the Specials and Scott Ameys’ Thursday, June 18 at the Spiritbar, vocals have been compared by more than 422 Vernon St. one reviewer as Elvis Costello meets Micky Slim: Cutting edge producer, Dave Wakeling. master of the decks and all around show $10 at the door stopper with numerous labels and residencies behind him (Bomb Squad Records, Godskitchen and Mix Club in Paris to Gemini Party/’80s Night Friday, June 19, 9:30 p.m. at The Royal on name a few). Always big with any crowd, Slim’s style Baker, 330 Baker St. covers all bases from house, electro, to DJ Terrantino runs this evening of underground ghetto bass sounds. His double pleasure, double fun, while to celmusic always caters to the party people. ebrate the birthday of DJ Terrantino, and With tracks topping Beatports charts and all the other gemini’s around town. outstanding production portfolio he has a Also, remember to dress up in ‘80s phenomenal success rate on BBC Radio 1 fashion to make the night complete.

and are a combination of different styles they can only call their own.

Saturday, June 20, 8:30 p.m. at The Velvet Underground, 646 Baker St. They’ve been described Youth as a thought provoking, acoustic lyrical collec- activities nights tive. This show is gonna Thursdays, starting June 18 be a truth speakin’, foot at the Nelson and District �� Youth Centre, 608 Lake St. stompin’ good time. The Nelson and District The Pine Years are a �� dynamic group of individ- Youth Centre will close uals focused on bringin’ the ramps every Thursday �� their hearts to the show. night in order to give all Working day and night youth a chance to enjoy �� on this fresh new set of the wide variety of prooriginal tunes, these guys grams and activities that can’t quite be boxed into the youth centre has to folk, bluegrass, or indie offer. ��

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Yasodhara Ashram’s 14th annual strawberry social

Saturday, June 20, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Yasodhara Ashram in Kootenay Bay The annual event, featuring complimentary tea and strawberries, along with a book sale, returns to the ashram. The ashram is located five minutes from the Kootenay Bay ferry, off the Riondel Rd. Call 1800-661-8711 or visit www. yasodhara.org for more information.

Opening reception for Carol Reynolds exhibition

Friday, June 19, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Touchstones Nelson, 502 Vernon St. This summer in Gallery A, Touchstones Nelson will exhibit the paintings of local artist Carol Reynolds “Painting the Town.” In this new body of paintings, Reynolds continues her interest in the expression and celebration of small town living. Her colourful depiction of the houses, gardens and alleyways in and about Nelson bring to life the vibrancy of this community. They celebrate both the histori-

cal character of the town and the contemporary lifestyles of those who choose to make it their home. “I love colour and the richness of oils helps me to achieve the effects I want. Living in Nelson gives me an unending source of subject matter. I like to walk. I paint what I see. I try to capture the light and express my feelings for my surroundings,” says Reynolds.

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dance of the season though it will start up again in September. This dance will feature caller David Feldman with the band Contra Indications (Gail Bearham and Connie Davis, accordions; Duncan Johnston, fiddle; Craig Korth, banjo/ guitar; Catherine McGrath, mandolin/piano). Admission is $7 ($5 for youths). Come at 7 p.m. for a lesson in basics, bring clean shoes and a snack to share. Water provided. For more info call Connie 354-4352.

jazz scene. Her main focus is in Brazilian and Cuban jazz and has had the opportunity to study and work with many influential musicians of this style such as Misha Piatigorsky (New York), Adonis Puentes (Cuba) and Turiya Mareya (Mexico).

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Saturday, June 20, 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Cottonwood Falls Market Daniel Howlett sings folk songs and believes that music can be a constructive and powerful tool to bring people of all sorts together for solidarity and common action. Born and raised in Toronto and now living in Nelson, Howlett has performed his music across Canada and beyond.

Cruisin’ The ‘50s Vintage Car Show & Shine

Saturday, June 20, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the east end of Baker Street The Kootenay Lake Vintage Car Club’s 19th annual Show and Shine is back, showcasing vintage vehicles from all eras. Club president, Dave Stevens says they expect a great turnout of cars from local and neighbouring communities as well as entries from south of the border friends. “After the snow storm that hit our event last year, we decided to move the date to June and prevent any future ‘snow and shines,’” Stevens said. The ladies of the club have also been hard at work to come up with burgers for the barbecue. Club members are buffing and polishing their vintage vehicles to perfection in anticipation of this once a year family event.

Saturday, June 20, 2 p.m. at the Nelson United Church, Dana MacLeod 602 Silica St. Saturday, June 20, 7 p.m. at The La Cafamore String Intro to portrait Quartet will perform works the Nelson United Church, painting class by Haydn, Beethoven and 602 Silica St. Tuesday, July 7 to Thursday, Dana MacLeod is a jazz Shostakovich. July 9, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Carolyn Cameron (vio- pianist, vocalist, and comlocation to be announced lin), Josette Laforge (vio- poser. While growing up in Kristy Gordon, will lin), Alexis More (viola) Nelson, she studied classiteach a three-day portrait and Jeff Faragher (cello) painting workshop. are all based in the West cal piano until moving to Dinner Theatre This is a unique opporKootenays and also mem- Vancouver Island in 2005 Murder Mystery tunity for students of all bers of the Symphony of where she attended the Victoria Conservatory of Wednesday, June 17, 6 p.m. levels to learn the process the Kootenays. to 10 p.m. at Music. of painting the portrait in Tickets are $10 for There MacLeod 1285 Queens Bay Rd. oils. adults, $5 for students and �� McQ’s Restaurant The course will cen�� will be��available at the acquired a diploma in � �� jazz piano performance. at Kootenay Lakeview tre on the experience of door. � �� Since graduating, she has Lodge is putting on anoth- painting from life in the �� been performing at vari- er dinner theatre, a murder manner of the classical �� Contra��dance ous venues as a solo art- mystery “Murder in Dry masters of antiquity. Friday, June 19, 7 p.m. at �� ist and��accompanist, and Gultch City” starring the Gordon will teach ways �� Central �� Education Centre alongside many other rec- “Hole in the Shoe Gang”. to achieve a better likeognized musicians from gym, 811 Stanley St. Call for details 229- ness and render convincThis is the last contra the local and international 4141. ing flesh tones and paint

textures like cloth and hair. Each day will include a painting demonstration, discussion and individual instruction at the easel. Discussions will include proportion and structure of the head, stages to developing a painting, as well as form, shape, value, edges, balance, unity, light and modelling with colour temperature. To register for the workshop, or for further information, contact Bev Gordon at 352-3936 or by email at beverleybobshe@yahoo. ca. The course is $300 plus a model fee.

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Events

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Special Events

Ongoing Events Wednesday

Sundays

NEED INEXPENSIVE BIRTH CONTROL? Options for Sexual Health drop-in clinic. 333 Victoria St. 5:30-8 p.m. PROBLEM WITH EATING and weight? OA support group 5 - 6 p.m., Nelson Hospital cafeteria (basement). No dues or fees. 250-352-7717 or 1-800-6115788. www.endoftrail.ca/ OANelson.htm DROP IN GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP. 7-9 p.m. at Broader Horizons, 905 Gordon Road, back door . THE NELSON SCRABBLE CLUB meets Wednesdays at 1 p.m. Info 250-505-5583 WOMEN’S HOCKEY SCRIMMAGE at the old rink 8:30 - 9:30 p.m. $10 dropin fee. Full equipment required. Info 250-359-7036 ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Harrop Hall, Harrop 5:30 p.m. DOES SOMEONE’S DRINKING TROUBLE YOU? Al-Anon meeting noon The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. NUTRIENT-RICH COOKING classes every Wed/Sun. Many topics to choose from. Contact Lorraine at lorraine@earthlobby. com or 250-352-3860. GLACIER HARMONIES Women’s Barbershop Chorus. All welcome at 7 p.m. to Baptist Church, 6115th St. Nelson. Dorothy 3527199 or Joey 352-3393 NEW! LUNCHTIME MEDITATION noon - 1 p.m. at the Shambhala Centre, 444 Baker Street. SAHAJ MARG group meditationplease phone: Eleanor 352-3366 or Sarah 354- 9496

WORSHIP SERVICES JOY BAPTIST CHURCH, 10 a.m., 11 a.m, 6:30 p.m., 560 Baker St, Suite #3, 825-4095.

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Thursdays IS ALCOHOL A PROBLEM IN YOUR LIFE? AA Meetings, Lunch Bunch at Noon. Into Action Big Book Study at 8:00 p.m. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. ACUPUNCTURE for ADDICTIONS Free drop-in clinic, 1:30 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. Ever yone welcome. . SIGNING CHOIR (sign language) 3:30 p.m. at NDYC, 608 Lake St. www.ndyc.com REDFISH BADMINTON Ages 15 to 90 Mon Thurs 6:30 p.m. $3 drop in. Call 229-4346 or 2294343 for more details. CALM, ABIDING TOGETHER, a parent and infant group. Short meditations and discussions. Free at Shambhlala Centre, 444 Baker Street.

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Fridays

GENDER OUTLAWS, a support & social group for trans & gender variants. 354-5362. Nelson AA - F-Troop meeting at the Cellar 717A Vernon St 8 p.m. DOES SOMEONE’S DRINKING TROUBLE YOU? Al-Anon meeting 8 pm at 601 Front St.

Saturdays WILDERNESS SURVIVAL, HERBALISM and Stone Age Skills classes! Ongoing program. Children, teen, adult classes. 357-2822. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Noon meeting at The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. THE NELSON SCRABBLE CLUB meets Saturday at 1 p.m. For further info. please call 250505-5583

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Sundays

WILDERNESS SURVIVAL, HERBALISM and Stone Age Skills classes! Ongoing program. Children, teen, adult classes. 357-2822. SHAMBHALA CENTRE NYINTHUN: Join us for sitting meditation 9 a.m. to noon. Break for refreshments mid-morning. . Everyone is welcome, come and go as you please. 444 Baker St. 352-5560 www.nelsonbuddha.com

QUAKER MEETING 723 Ward, upstairs, 9:45. 354-3859. SUNDAY MORNING WORHSIP, Community Church, Passmore Hall, 11 a.m. All welcome. SUNDAY WORSHIP, St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Slocan, 2:00 p.m. All welcome. UNITY CENTRE of the Kootenays, 905 Gordon Rd. Broader Horizons. Back door, 11 a.m. Everyone welcome. NELSON AA - Sunday Morning 10 a.m. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. NELSON UNITED CHURCH service, 10 a.m. 602 Silica St. All are welcome. ASCENSION LUTHERAN CHURCH Ser vice 10:15 a.m. 1805 Silverking Rd. You are welcome. 352-2515 ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH Everyone welcome to 4 p.m. worship 21 Silica St. 354-3308 SAHAJ MARG group meditationplease phone: Eleanor 352-3366 or Sarah 354- 9496 WINLAW FARMERS MARKET 10 a.m. -2 p.m. Vendors wanted For info 226-7862 or 226-7942 Opens May 31.

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OPEN JAM WITH ESTEVAN bring your instruments, voice and poetry to the Royal on Baker. Sign up early, doors open at 9:30 p.m.

DMC DJ VS RED BULL 3 STYLE Champ. Sticky Buds vs. DJ Bryx at Spiritbar. $5 at the door DANA MACLEOD PERFOMING at the United Church at 7.00 p.m. MORIEN PLAYS AT HALL ST Market, 305 Hall St noon THE PINE YEARS AND GUESTS. At The Velvet Underground 8:30 p.m. $10 at the door.

NIKKO plays live music at Fusion 301 Baker St. PAUL LANDSBERG & BERT PETERS, jazz guitar duo, Library Lounge in the Hume Hotel, 6-10 p.m. KARAOKE Amy Poznikoff putting on the Ritz and Wild Women Wednesdays at Finley’s Irish Pub KARAOKE AT FINLEY’S IRISH Bar & GrilHost Anneka Start Time 9 p.m

Thurs. June 18 NIKKO plays eclectic jazz 6 - 9 p.m. at Max & Irma’s. OPEN STAGE at the Balfour Beach Inn 8 - 11 p.m. UK DJING SENSATION MICKY SLIM performing at Spiritbar. Advance tix $15

Fri. June 19 RYLAN PLAYS GUITAR, fingerstyle, solo 6-9 p.m. at Max & Irma’s. TAMBURA RASA, EXHUBERANT wonderful 6 piece world fusion band blending Flamenco, Balkan gypsy and afro-latin music. The Velvet Underground

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NELSON TABLE TENNIS CLUB. 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Blewett Elementary School when school is in session. 352-9547 or 3525739 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.

NIKKO PLAYS EVENINGS at Nelson’s live jazz venue, The Library Lounge, located in the historic Hume Hotel. Blues Jam at the Royal on Baker 7 - 11 p.m. JAZZ DUO PETE Slevin and Adrian Wagner Cedar Creek Cafe, Winlaw.

Mon. June 22 SARAH McGLYNN & RICH RABNETT live at The Library Lounge, in the Hume Hotel. 6-10 p.m. REGGAE MIX MONDAYS Hosted by DJ T.H.C. starting at 8 p.m. at the Royal on Baker.

Tues. June 23 LIVE OPEN STAGE at Finley’s Irish Pub, everyone welcome. All Ages Open Mic every Tuesday at the CocoaNut Lounge. 6-10 p.m. hosted by Rob Funk LISTEN TO THE SWEET Sounds of Nikko every Tuesday at Fusion, on Baker Street. 7-10 p.m

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HERITAGE HARMONY Barbershop Chorus. Welcoming anyone! Tim 250-825-9694 or John 250-352-6892

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ACUPUNCTURE for ADDICTIONS Free drop-in clinic, 1:30 p.m. Located at 333 Victoria St, 2nd Floor. 505-7248

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YOUNG FELLOWS OFF BOOZE AA Meeting 8 p.m. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St.

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‘DRUMMING FROM THE HEART’ Community Drum Circle with Kim Massé. North Shore Hall 7:15 - 8:45 p.m. $7 kimmasse@shaw. ca 505-2684 DOES SOMEONE YOU LOVE suffer from an Eating Disorder? Need Support? Last Monday of the month 7-9 p.m. 352-9598 after 6 p.m. or mcsuzzie@hotmail.com for more info.

Sunday June 21 DANCES OF UNIVERSAL PEACE 3 – 5:30 p.m. at the Moving Centre, 533 Baker St (upstairs). By donation, ever yone welcome. Bring non-marking indoor footwear and a water bottle. Information: 250-825-0012.

Thursday June 18 TNT YOUNG COMPANY PRESENTS “Two Ver y Different Comedies” - The Dumb Waiter and The Marriage Proposal with Niko Bell, Rachel Farquharson, and Richard Rowberry. 8 p.m. TNT Playhouse. Tickets - $10 at the door - $5 Thursday preview

Friday June 19 CAROL REYNOLDS, PAINTING the Town opens on June 19th, Touchstones Gallery, 502 Vernon Street TNT YOUNG COMPANY PRESENTS “Two Ver y Different Comedies” - The Dumb Waiter and The Marriage Proposal with Niko Bell, Rachel Farquharson, and Richard Rowberry. 8 p.m. TNT Playhouse. Tickets - $10 at the door CONTRA DANCE! CENTRAL SCHOOL gym, 7 - 9:30 p.m., bring clean shoes, snack to share. Info 354-4352

Saturday June 20 TRUE COLOURS PLAYGROUP for children of colour 1-3:30 at Rosemont School. 354-4535 for more info THE SILVER CITY TRAP CLUB, will hold the Annual Father’s Day Weekend Shoot . CAMP KOOLAREE OPEN HOUSE 10 a.m. -4 p.m. Free lunch, tour, activities & more. McDonalds Landing Hwy 3A & Lower 6-Mile Road TNT YOUNG COMPANY PRESENTS “Two Ver y Different Comedies” - The Dumb Waiter and The Marriage Proposal with Niko Bell, Rachel Farquharson, and Richard Rowberry. 8 p.m. TNT Playhouse. Tickets - $10 at the door . YASODHARA ASHRAM’S 14TH Annual Strawberr t SocialSaturday, 1 - 4 p.m. Yasodhara Ashram, Kootenay Bay

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PARENT & CHILD TIME at the Harrop Hall. 10 a.m. - 12 noon Information: Lesley 825-0140

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DIAPER FREE BABY / ELIMINATION Communication Support Circle 4th Monday of each month 10 - 12 a.m. at The Family Place 312 Silica St.

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REDFISH BADMINTON Ages 15 to 90 Mon Thurs 6:30 p.m. $3 drop in. Call 229-4346 or 2294343 for more details. MT. SENTINEL SCHOOL South Slocan Badminton Mon Wed 7:30 p.m. 359-7610

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS open meeting. 7:00 p.m. Passmore Hall, 3656 Old Passmore Road. F-Troop Meeting 8 p.m. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St.

80’S NIGHT/GEMINI PARTY with DJ Terrantino - the Royal on Baker - 9:30 p.m. $5 door

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Wed. June 17 SETH WARREN BRINGS KAVU Elements Tour to Kootenays, 8:30 p.m. at Endless Adventure $12 and $15 at the door. THE CENTRE FOR INNOVATIVE and Entrepreneurial Leadership (CIEL) and Oso Negro present Innovative, Affordable Housing Strategies, 100 Mile Ideas Diet conversation café. 7p.m. at Oso Negro.

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TOUCHSTONES NELSON HOME Sweet Home Heritage Home tour, 11:00am to 4:00pm THE SILVER CITY TRAP CLUB, will hold the Annual Father’s Day Weekend Shoot . YASODHARA ASHRAM’S 14TH annual Strawberr y Social. Ever yone welcome! Complimentary strawberries 1 - 4 p.m. 1-800-661-8711 NATIONAL ABORIGINAL DAY Event Cottonwood Falls Park, Nelson Call 352-6678 ext 231 for information SUMMER SOLSTICE LABYRINTH Walk: Lakeside Labyrinth, Lakeside Park. Celebrate the longest day with a walk of gratitude. Free event sponsored by the Nelson Community Labyrinth Group.

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Tuesday June 23 FREE WORKSHOP ON DEVELOPING a great resume. For registration/information Kootenay Career Development Society 250-352-6200 or info@kcds.ca EXPOSING THE NEW WORLD Order Alex Jones “The Obama Deception” is a hard-hitting film that completely destroys the myth that Barack Obama is working for the best interests of the American people. We have reached a critical juncture in the New World Order’s plans. It’s not about Left or Right: it’s about a One World Government At The Velvet Underground 646 Baker St Nelson June 23 7:30pm $5

Wednesday June 24 FREE WORKSHOP ON CAREERS in Healthcare. For information/ registration Kootenay Career Development Society. 250-3526200 or info@kcds

Thursday June 25 CASTLEGAR ART WALK OPENING Celebration 7 p.m.Castlegar Recreation Complex, 2101 6th Avenue, PRAYERS FOR WORLD PEACE Please join the Baha’is of Nelson for prayers for healing, peace and unity June 25, 26, 27 7 p.m Librar y basement 602 Stanley Street, for info: 250352-2910 TNT YOUNG COMPANY PRESENTS “Two Ver y Different Comedies” - The Dumb Waiter and The Marriage Proposal with Niko Bell, Rachel Farquharson, and Richard Rowberry. 8 p.m. TNT Playhouse. Tickets - $10 at the door Final Show Sunday

Friday June 26 AYURVEDA: THE SCIENCE OF LIFE with Dr. Sujatha Kekada,B. A.M.S. An in-depth, 3 segment course on the fundamentals of Ayurveda and Massage Applications, taking place at Timbuktu Retreat Center, Gray Creek on the East Shore June 19-21, June 26-28, July 3-5. For Information call Sacred Journey Gallery and Spa 250-227-6865 www.sacredjourney.ca this course qualifies for accreditation with the BC College of Massage Therapists, Vancouver

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TNT YOUNG COMPANY PRESENTS “Two Ver y Different Comedies” - The Dumb Waiter and The Marriage Proposal with Niko Bell, Rachel Farquharson, and Richard Rowberry. 8 p.m. TNT Playhouse. Tickets - $10 at the door Final Show Sunday

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Summer is here and Elders will greatly benefit from CT scanner things are heating up Warmer weather always brings more people outdoors. As we enjoy our various activities we should remember to be sun smart. Heat stroke, or hyperthermia, is a medical emergency that can occur when the body is subject to prolonged exposure to heat. Signs of heat exhaustion usually occur before the more serious heat stroke. Symptoms of heat exhaustion are nausea, vomiting, fatigue, weakness, headache, dizziness, muscle aches and cramping. Those most susceptible to heat exhaustion and heat stroke are infants, elderly, athletes and people that work outdoors. It is important to prevent overheating by wearing light coloured, loose fitting clothing so the body is able to release heat through perspiration. Protecting your head with a wide brimmed hat that also covers your neck and exercising at cooler times of the day are all good ideas. Alcohol and caffeinated beverages can be dehydrating and are best avoided

Exploring Health

Shauna Robertson

during hot weather. Most importantly, you need to keep well hydrated during hot weather. The colour of your urine is the best indicator of how hydrated your body is (the darker your urine the more dehydrated you are). As we sweat we lose salts therefore, it can be good to replenish salts and fluids by drinking electrolyte drinks or sport drinks. Sport drinks can often be full of sugar and expensive. You may want to try making your own electrolyte drink using the following recipe: mix one cup orange juice, on cup water, a squeeze of lime and lemon juice, and a pinch of salt.

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. Shauna Robertson is a registered acupuncturist practicing at the Community First Health Coop. She enjoys treating a wide range of conditions including acute and chronic pain, women’s health issues and pediatrics. She can be reached at (250) 352-2167 or shauna@anhc.ca

When an elderly patient arrives at the emergency room with abdominal pain, the list of possible causes is too numerous to mention. Appendix, perforated organs, ischemic bowel, internal obstruction, diverticulitis, cancer, aortic aneurysm and the list goes on an on. “Abdominal pain in the elderly is often a serious medical concern,” says Dr. Richard Fleet, a physician in Kootenay Lake Hospital’s emergency department. “Prompt diagnosis with a CT Scan will help us speed treatment, avoid unnecessary transport and more effectively direct the patient to appropriate care.” Currently, that patient is put through a myriad of tests that are available in Nelson but, despite professional care, these can result in costly delays and inaccurate diagnosis. A few years ago a series of diagnostic and transportation issues led to the tragic death of a KLH patient following a ruptured spleen. Soon after, the IHA asked the hospital foundation to buy a portable

ultrasound machine which has been a tremendous tool for the ER, however, the definitive test for internal injuries would be with a CT scanner. In 2008 the European Journal of Radiology reported that a study on seniors admitted to an emergency department found that, in cases where the cause of abdominal pain was uncertain, CT tests led to a change in diagnosis 46 per cent of the time. Other studies have shown similar significant results. Dr. Fleet, who arrived in Nelson three years ago, has been a strong supporter of the need for this stateof-the-art equipment to help health outcomes for young and old alike. When you consider the travel concerns for patients in the Kootenay Lake Hospital area, local physicians know that the benefit of having the technology at KLH will be tremendous. Patients from the KLH area made 2,300 trips to Trail for CT scans last year. – submitted by the Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation

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Acupuncture

Kate Butt, Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine ......... 551-5283 Michael Smith, Dr. TCM, 10 years experience.........352-0459 Marion Starr, Dr. TCM ............................................... 352-9890 Paul Gaucher, RAC at Back In Motion...................... 352-0075 Ben Brown, RAC, Winlaw ........................................... 226-7166 Lindsay Morris, RAC ..................................................354-9438 Diana Malone, R.TCM.P .............................................. 354-2982 Shauna Robertson, Reg. Acupuncturist ..................... 352-2167

Art Therapy Ayurveda

Anna Colin Ayurvedic Practioner...............................352-1853

Bodywork

Integrated Healing Touch, Biodynamic Craniosacral,Esalen® DeepTissue, Shiatsu, Reflexology, Bliss, Certified - Niko...... 551-2577 Rolf Structural Integration, www.gravitytherapy.com......352-6611

Coaching

Richard Klein, Stress Reduction Coach .................... 352-3280 Shayla Wright certified coach/mentor .................... 352-7908 Symbols Way-finding your answers. Raya Kelson .505-5004

Colonics

Counselling & Consultation

Wacky Wednesday Age: 10-14 Years • JLC at the Lake Wednesday July 8 1:00am - 5:00pm • Kayaking Wednesday July 15 1:00pm - 5:00pm • Snorkeling at the Lake Wednesday July 22 1:00pm - 5:00pm • Diving Wednesday July 29 1:00pm - 5:00pm • Water Polo Wednesday August 5 1:00am - 5:00pm • Beach Volleyball Wednesday August 12 1:00pm - 5:00 pm • Beach Party Wednesday August 19 1:00pm - 5:00 pm On Your Own Om-Teen Yoga • Monday & Wednesday 10:30am 11:30am July 6th-July 29th

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Homeopathy

Barbara Gosney CCH RS Hom Cdn 12 yrs. exp......354-1180 Margo MacLaren DHom ........................................... 354-7072

Hypnotherapy

Sharon Best, Certified Adv. Hypnotherapist .......... 354-7750 Irene Mock, CHt, RHt, Free Initial Consultation ..........352-7035

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 3-10, 2009 .........1-800-611-5788 Power Essentials, True Aromatherapy & Massage .........505-4144 RUBITIN, Mobile/Studio, Deep T., Neuro, Sports ...... 352-6804 Galena-DeepT,Swedish,Lomi,structl Shalimar .................354-4408 Neuro Somatic, Cranio, Reiki, Deep tissue, Paule .........505-5264

Nutritionists

Tara Stark, RD, Nutrition Counselling ....................505-9854

Pharmacy

Remedy’s RX Custom Compound 737 Baker St. .... 352-6928

Hydrotherapy, Detoxification, Nutrition, U.Devine .. 352-6419

THE PURSUIT OF QUALITY LEISURE FOR A HEALTHY COMMUNITY

Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation CT Scanner Campaign has currently raised over $87,000.

TO LIST YOUR SERVICE, CALL 354-3910

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

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Sally Shamai, MEd, RCC, EMDR and more ...... 1-877-688-5565 Dienna Raye, MA., Counsellor and Life Coach............352-1220 Vic Neufeld, MA, RCC, (vicneuf@gmail.com)............ 229-5487

Feldenkrais Method

Feldenkrais Works! 30 yrs exp.relieves pain .......... 352-3449 Physical Problems & Nothing has worked? Give me call and let’s get moving! Call Hilary ......................................354-7616

Hair Care

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

Holistic Health

Nelson Pranashakty, Jothi Light/Reiki Healing.......505-7832 Raya Kelson, Natural Healing Practice. Activate your natural healing potential www.quantumtouch.com .... 505-5004

Pilates

Kootenai Pilates 540 Baker St. ............................... 352-1600

Registered Massage Therapists

Daniel Voykin, RMT 523 Josephine ..c509-0345 o352-0459 Wendy Romanyshyn, RMT at Back In Motion ........ 352-0075

Reflexology

Mountain Waters Spa, 205 Victoria St ..........................352-3280 Craniosacral Reflexology, A Touch of Aloha.................. 229-4424

Shiatsu

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

Social Work

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

Spas

Mountain Waters Spa, 205 Victoria St ...........................352-3280 Shalimar Spa, located at the Prestige Inn ............ 354-4408 Nelson’s Aveda Concept SalonSpa Spa Oasis, 448 Baker St..........................................354-4487

Yoga

Shanti Yoga Studio, Baker at Josephine, upstairs 352-7703 Om Yoga 3067 Heddle Road 6-Mile, Nelson.............825-0011

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THE HEALTH PAGES Briefly Free Mysore ashtanga workshops

Sundays, June 21, 28, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.; Wednesday, June 24, or Tuesday, June 30, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 625 Front St., third floor Jenna Arpita, Keshia

Clancy and Eileen Delehanty Pearkes are offering these free workshops in mysore ashtanga yoga. At the workshops, participants of all ages and body types can learn how to develop their own yoga practice suited for a person’s ability and energy level.

The workshops will help individuals access the tools needed to guide themselves through the ashtanga series safely and effectively. After the series of postures and basic structure have been learned, the practice becomes a meditation in motion, one that opens the heart and encourages communication between

the mind and body. For more information on the workshops call 3526373.

Radiant mind workshop

Sunday, June 28, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the ManiStone Centre, 507 Baker St. Organizers say this

HEALTH CALENDAR ONGOING/DROP-IN CLASSES AND EVENTS Wednesdays SHANTI YOGA STUDIO 12 - 1:30 p.m. Hatha Flow, Elissa 5:30 - 7 p.m. Soma Restorative Yoga, Shayla 7:15 - 8:45 p.m. Invigorating Flow, Anna TRANSCENDENDENT COMBAT SPORTS 6 p.m. Kick boxing. 7 p.m. Submission Grappling. Join the evolution 250-509-1606. Located at Summit Health & Fitness. NELSON SHOTOKAN KARATE 5 - 7 p.m. (12 & up) Beginners welcome anytime. St. Joseph School. Mark 250-225-3568 BELLYFIT FUSION FITNESS 7 - 8 p.m. at the Moving Centre. Call Heather, 354-0492. KOOTENAI PILATES CENTRE 12 noon Mat Work - New to Pilates 5pm Mat Work - Intermediate/Advanced 6:15 p.m. Mat Work Intermediate 540 Baker St (upstairs) 250-352-1600 KOOTENAY AIKIDO 5 - 6 p.m. Kids Class Ages 7 - 12 6 - 7:45 p.m. Adult Class 213C Baker St. 250-352-3935 GLOBAL RHYTHMS DANCE SERIES 5:30 - 6:45 p.m. World Music Dance Workout with Erin Thomson The Moving Centre. Info 250-509-0034 QI-GONG & CHEN TAI CHI 7 - 8 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion, 402 Victoria Street Info 250-505-4562 Chris Gibson FELDENKRAIS CLASSES 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Reduce your stress, improve your health. Curves, 520 Fall St. Judy Katz 352-3319, somatikatz@gmail.com First class free. OM YOGA STUDIO 5:30 - 7 p.m. After Work Yoga, Alison 6 Mile, 3067 Heddle Rd, 250-825-0011, avannest@shaw.ca

Thursdays SHANTI YOGA STUDIO 7:30 - 9 a.m. Good Morning Yoga, Jen, New Class! 10 - 11:30 a.m. Yoga as Therapy, Laurie 12: - 1:30 p.m. Power Yoga, Valerie, New Class! 5:30 - 7 p.m. Hatha Yoga, Karuna 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Feldenkrais, Hilary KOOTENAI PILATES CENTRE 9 a.m Mat work - Beginner 10:45 a.m. reformer - Level 1 12 noon Mat Work - Experienced Beginner 3:45 Reformer - Level 1 540 Baker St (upstairs) 250-352-1600 APPLIED COMBAT MARTIAL ARTS 6:30 - 8 p.m. Adult class 525 Josephine Street. Information call 250-352-0459 FELDENKRAIS CLASSES 11 a.m. - 12 noon Relieve pain and stress. 206 Victoria Street. 30 years experience. First class free. Individual sessions available. Susan Grimble 250-352-3449 EMOTIVE MOVEMENTS 5 - 6:30 p.m Dance Foundations, All Levels Moving Centre, Pamela 352-1795, vibrationartisan@gmail.com WALK-IN PRAYER CLINIC Summer hours 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. A ministry of Eleos Centre. 711, 10th St., Nelson. 250-352-0300 for more information. OM YOGA STUDIO 10 - 11:30 a.m. Gentle/Restorative Hatha, Alison 1 - 2 p.m. Feldenkrais, Hilary 5:30 - 7 p.m. Hatha/Vinyasa Yoga, Jenna 6 Mile, 3067 Heddle Rd, 250-825-0011, avannest@shaw.ca

Fridays SHANTI YOGA STUDIO 10 - 11:30 a.m. Prenatal Yoga, Laurie 12 - 1:30 p.m. Hatha Flow, Laurie 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Invigorating Flow, Elissa 7:15 - 8:45 p.m. Deeply Restorative, Yasmin KOOTENAY AIKIDO 4 - 5 p.m. Aikido Fun Ages 4 - 6 5 - 6 p.m. Kids Class Ages 7 - 12 213C Baker St. 250-352-3935 6 - 7:45 p.m. Adult Class 213C Baker St. 250-352-3935

Fridays (continued) Transcendendent Combat Sports 6 p.m. Combat cardio. Join the evolution of mixed martial arrts 250-509-1606. Located at Summit Health & Fitness QI-GONG & CHEN TAI CHI7 - 8 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion, 402 Victoria Street Info 250-505-4562 Chris Gibson NELSON BREASTFEEDING CLINIC 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Free Drop In Nelson Health Unit, 2nd Floor Kutenai Building 333 Victoria Street, more info 250-505-7200

Saturdays SHANTI YOGA STUDIO 10 - 11:30 a.m. Soma Yoga, Shayla 12 - 1:30 p.m. Hatha Flow, Cindy KOOTENAY AIKIDO 9:30 a.m. Introductory Session starts Jan 13 with Anita Werner 213C Baker St. 250-352-3935

Sundays SHANTI YOGA STUDIO 10 - 11:30 a.m. New to Yoga! Sarah/Andrea 12 - 1:30 p.m. Invigorationg Flow, Elissa OM YOGA STUDIO 7 - 9 p.m. Kirtan: Sanskrit Call/Response Chanting, Alison 6 Mile, 3067 Heddle Rd, 250-825-0011, avannest@shaw.ca

Mondays SHANTI YOGA STUDIO 10 - 11:30 a.m. Yoga as Therapy, Laurie 12 - 1:30 p.m. Power Yoga. Valerie 1:45 - 2:45 p.m. Feldenkrais, Hilary 5:30 - 7:15 p.m. Progressive Yoga Course, Level I, Elissa 7:30 - 9:15 p.m. Progressive Yoga Course, Level II, Elissa NELSON SHOTOKAN KARATE! New session Jan. 5. 5 - 6 p.m. Children Ages 9 & up. 5 - 7 p.m. Ages 12 & up. St. Joseph’s School. Mark 250-225-3568. KOOTENAI PILATES CENTRE 12 noon Mat Work - New to Pilates 6:15 p.m. Mat Work - Intermediate 540 Baker St (upstairs) 250-352-1600 TRANSCENDENDENT COMBAT SPORTS 6 p.m. Kick boxing. 7 p.m. Submission Grappling. Join the evolution 250-509-1606. Located at Summit Health & Fitness. KOOTENAY AIKIDO 6 - 7:45 p.m. Adult Class 213C Baker St. 250-352-3935 CONTACT IMPROVISATION DANCE JAM 7:30 - 9 p.m. all levels welcome, live musicians welcome The Moving Centre, 533A Baker St, Info 250-352-3319, Judy OM YOGA STUDIO 7 - 8:30 p.m. Yoga for Women, Alison 6 Mile, 3067 Heddle Rd, 250-825-0011, avannest@shaw.ca

Tuesdays SHANTI YOGA STUDIO 10 - 11:30 a.m. Gentle Yoga, Maureen 5:30 - 7 p.m. Hatha Yoga, Karuna 7:15 - 8:45 p.m. Power Yoga, Valerie New Class! KOOTENAI PILATES CENTRE 9 a.m. Mat Work - Beginner 10:45 a.m. Reformer - Level 1 12 noon Mat Work - Experienced Beginner 3:45 p.m. Reformer Level 1 5 p.m. Reformer - Level 1 540 Baker St (upstairs) 250-352-1600 KOOTENAY AIKIDO 5:45 p.m. Introductory Session starts Jan 13th with Anita Werner 213C Baker St. 250-352-3935 APPLIED COMBAT MARTIAL ARTS 6:30 - 8 p.m. Adult class 525 Josephine Street. Information call 250-352-0459 KUNDALINI YOGA with CATHRINE LEIGHLAND 11:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. at the Shambhala Meditation Centre 444 Baker St. 250-352-6132 First Class Free! Drop In $12 OM YOGA STUDIO 10 - 11:30 a.m. Gentle/Restorative Hatha, Alison 5:30 - 7 p.m. Hatha/Vinyasa Yoga, Jenna 6 Mile, 3067 Heddle Rd, 250-825-0011, avannest@shaw.ca444 Baker St. 250-352-6132 First Class Free! Drop In $12 OM YOGA STUDIO 10 - 11:30 a.m. Gentle/Restorative Hatha, Alison 5:30 - 7 p.m. Hatha/Vinyasa Yoga, Jenna 6 Mile, 3067 Heddle Rd, 250-825-0011, avannest@shaw.ca

workshop is an opportunity to move from theory, philosophy and speculation directly into effortless being. Shayla Wright (radiant mind coach) and Jonathan Taylor (radiant mind mentor) offer this workshop to encounter, embody, and explore unconditioned awareness. The cost is $175. Call 354-7511 or email jetnelson2009@gmail.com to register.

July yoga workshop

Starts Monday, July 6, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Nelson Jenie Taylor will help

people develop practical, take-home skills and body awareness to gain more flexibility and choice in their lives. She says the classes will offer a relaxed, gentle and comfortable experience doing soft and slow yoga, movement, relaxation and guided meditations. This is a small group lasting four weeks and will be held at Taylor’s home. The cost is $44 and preregistration is required. Jenie Taylor has a private practice in somatics transformation therapy and biodynamic craniosacral therapy. Call 352-0197 to register.

Understanding the glycemic index The glycemic index (GI) is a scale that ranks carbohydrate-rich foods by how much they Chew On This raise blood sugar levels compared to a standard food. The standard food is glucose or white bread. Glucose is absorbed quickly into the bloodstream, causing a rapid Tara Stark increase in blood sugar. Carbohydrate foods with a low glycemic index absorb more slowly into the blood stream, Eating foods with a promoting stable blood sugar levels and pre- low glycemic index may venting a spike in blood also lower your risk of getting type 2 diabetes sugar. Using the glycemic as well as heart disease. Most vegetables, index can help you make wise choices about car- fruits and whole grains b o h y d r a t e - c o n t a i n i n g are low glycemic index foods. Meals that con- foods, so as usual, you tain foods with a low can load up on these glycemic index may help healthy carbohydrates you more full and satis- without raising blood sugars. fied. For more information on this topic visit www. wholefoodsnutrition.ca or call 505-9854. Tara Stark is a Registered Dietitian who specializes in helping people optimize their nutritional wellness and prevent diet related chronic disease.

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Business Ops

DR. MICHAEL SMITH TCM, is now accepting new patients. Offering services in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture, Nutritional and Functional medicine. 12 years experience. Call 352-0459 VACCINATION. CONFUSED? CONCERNED? Bea Campbell LPN 40 years, shares her professional and personal experience regarding vaccination. Bea’s message is powerful and compelling. Be prepared to leave this presentation with a more complete understanding of this complex medical and social issue. June 24th Nelson Public Library 7 - 9:30 p.m. $20. Info: 250-352-3383 RHYTHMIC GYMNASTIC SUMMER PROGRAMS! Fun & creative programs for girls ages 4 & up. July 6-9 Balfour; July 1416 Nelson; July 20-23 Winlaw; August 10-13 Balfour; Aug 18-20 Nelson; Aug 25-27 Nelson. Contact Rhythmic Dimensions 505-1812, rhythmics@telus.net. KICS IS A local non-profit society. KICS hosts non-profit websites on the Internet for free with a membership. Businesses, host your website for $120/year. Visit www.kics.bc.ca to sign up.

BECOME A WEDDING PLANNER with the IWPPa home study course. Includes full-colour lesson booklets, DVDÕs, practical assignments, personal tutoring, and business training. FREE BROCHURE. 1-800-2671829. www.qcweddingplanning. com. MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION TRAINING. Learn from home or on-site! Work from home or onsite! Financing may be available. Contact CanScribe TODAY for FREE information. 1-800-466-1535 or info@canscribe.com. MASSAGE THERAPY? PREPARE for a well-paid/low-stress career as a massage professional. No need to relocate! Independent study plus hands-on tutorials in Calgary or Edmonton. Our grads are in great demand throughout the west. Excellent instructors, great results. Very affordable. 1-866-491-0574; www.mhvicarsschool.com.

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FRAMED WITH CARE by Kate Bridger. Art, photography, needlework. Free delivery in Nelson. Quotes: 352-4653 CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS in all disciplines metal, glass, wood, ceramics. Contact: gallery378@netidea. com or Michael at 352-3006 EVELYN KIRKALDY: WILD Images Nelson, Redfish Grill, showing to June 26 info: 359-6611

MOTHER EASE 36 bamboo diapers with liners and covers Like new $450 250-365-3930 CHARIOT STROLLER C/W bike attachment, $75 obo 352-2133 GREAT DUTCH GAME for all SJOELSCHIJVEN(shulee)all complete come and get it. 250-3549465

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ANY COMPUTER PROBLEM, never to big or small, I can help with them all. 250 509-2440 Call anytime. CD BURNER, ETHERNET cards, 50mm fans, 5 port ethernet switch, 4 port router, cables, etc;, offers, 250-608-3548

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BUCHANAN LUMBER IS looking for experienced log truck drivers for their summer log haul. Qualified candidates may be kept on for the winter log haul. Fax resume with updated drivers abstract to Dan Bloomfield at 780-523-5910. CANADIAN TAXPAYERS FEDERATION (lower taxes, less waste, accountable government) now offers commission based residual income. Looking for selfmotivated leaders. Info line 1-866443-6020. Interviews call Rod 1800-667-7933. NAHANNI CONSTRUCTION LTD., seeks an experienced Estimator/ Project Manager to join our Northernbased operation for immediate placement. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 to 10 years experience in estimating, management and/or hands-on work experience in the industrial and commercial construction industry. The candidate must have the ability to effectively coordinate Construction Managers and the Estimating division in preparation of bids and proposals. Applicant will have a working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, scheduling on MS Projects, forming and pouring structural concrete, construction sub-trades, reading blue prints and doing take offs from blue prints. This is a long term growth position with a strong and growing company in the North. Salary negotiable. Please email: kevin@NahanniNCL. com with your resume or for further information. PHONE DISCONNECTED? CHEAP phone reconnect. First month at reduced rate! Offering calling features, long distance & internet. Free ADSL connection! Phone Factory Reconnect 1-877-336-2274; www. phonefactory.ca. SOUTHERN ROCKY MOUNTAIN GMC dealership requires experienced Service Writer. Please email: teriyurk@hotmail.com. Ski, fish, sled in the Canadian Rockies.

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MULTI UNIT YARD Sale, Saturday June 27th 9am - 1pm. Lakeshore Place, Balfour, 7126 Hwy 3A YARD SALE SAT. June 20. 9-12. 808 Fourth St. GOT TOO MUCH. Playmor Junction Upper Garden Rd., June 19th and 20th, 9am - 4pm. Watch for signs. HOUSEHOLD ITEMS, ANTIQUES, original art, furniture, stereo. Sat. June 20, 9 a.m. sharp, 1317 Jeffs, Rosemont. 224 GORE STREET, no sun no sale, Sat.13th DOUBLE YARD SALE: Sat June 20th, 8am - 2pm. Tipi, pottery, collectibles, furniture and much much more. 724 Herridge Lane/514 Hendryx. No early birds please. YARD SALE: JUNE 20th, 9am- 2 pm, 116 Anderson St., no early birds, weather permitting. GARAGE SALE, BEGGS Rd., 16 Mile, Northshore towards Balfour. June 13th and 14th. 8a.m. - 5 p.m. JUNE 27, 8AM-NOON MOVING sale. Jeweler’s bench, Hellman canoe, touring and tele skis, boots and misc. gear, table w/6 chairs, couches, beds (S, Dbl, Q), Yakima roof rack, garden tools, ladders, and much more 111 Richards St. 250-354-4580 BIG GARAGE SALE at 119 High St. Moving, Everything must go. Saturday June 20th. 9am - 3pm BIG YARD SALE! 7636 Upper Balfour Road, June 13th and 14th 9:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m.

LOST GOLD EARRING Hoop 250825-0168 DESPERATELY SEEKING WEENIE! Short-haired Black female cat with white socks, chest & belly. Tattoo in ear. Missing since April 30th. Any info: please call Marissa 250-509-1386 FOUND: LADIES SILVER and pink Swatch watch near Lakeside Park at First St. Call to describe 352-9445. LOST PAIR OF Blublocker sunglasses. If found please call 250-352-2342.

Events THE PINE YEARS and Evan Shper (opening) performing at the Velvet Underground Sat June 20th at 8:30. Tickets $10 at the door. CAMP KOOLAREE OPEN HOUSE Sat. Jun 20th, 10-4. Tour, food, activities. Hwy 3A & 6-Mile Rd. Public welcome. www.koolaree.com NELSON CHESS CLUB Meets every Saturday from 9-2 at Seniors Centre, 719 Vernon St., Nelson, B.C. PORTRAIT WORKSHOP WITH Kristy Gordon July 7-9, 2009. Nelson United Church. 10:00-4:00. $300 Contact 250-352-3936 sk9M000556 ATTENTION VENDORS: REGISTRATION deadline for Marketfest is Friday June 19th for June 26th Market. 825-4034 www. ecokics.bc.ca/market.html GRANS TO GRANS Strawberry Tea Sat June 27th 2-4pm, 3289 Granite Rd (beside Tagum Beach). Support Stephen Lewis Foundation

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FREE FOUR ORIGINAL ‘87 Mazda 14” rims with 4 bolt pattern. Very good condition. Phone 250-359-8064. THREE WHITE CEILING fans with lights. Clean, fully functional. 3520560 SINGLE BED; DRESSER; armchair; older computer and monitor. All must go together. 226-7879 or 505-0796 ABOUT 30 ROCKS, small to large size, mostly angular. U-pick. 3526762 FORMICA COUNTER TOP with back splash, new large piece 8’, 30”range hood almond 250-352-1140

Furniture SOLID OAK ENTERTAINMENT unit with light and 2 drawers $200, child’s desk $100. josephinestonehouse@y ahoo.ca IKEA WOOD-FRAME TWIN size bed with mattress in great condition. $80.00 OBO 250-352-2910 OAK TABLE, 3 captain chairs $40. Oak stand for lamp $20. 229-5605 OVERSTUFFED EASY CHAIR with matching ottoman, $150; Kenmore large capacity clothes washer, $150 250-359-2212. WHITE DRESSER & mirror; & matching white desk with shelves & chair. $250 each OBO. 1-250448-6994 (Nelson)/250-509-1285. More. ABORITE KITCHEN SET 4 padded chairs, very comfortable and in excellent condition, $150.00 obo 250-229-4650 COLONIAL SOFA AND loveseat, blue/grey with maple trim $100. Beige hide-a-bed double size. $75, 250-505-3300 FURNITURE FOR SALE. Sofa, chairs, bbq, shelves, sporting goods, computer and appliances. Everything must go, 250-505-5076. OVAL WOOD GRAIN look arborite kitchen table , 4 velor swivel chairs with chrome arms and legs. 3552656

Baldface Lodge is hiring for the 2009/2010 winter season: - chefs - pastry chefs - kitchen prep - dishwashers - hostess - bartenders

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Drop off resumes IN PERSON Mondays to Thursdays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Suite 5, 320 Vernon Street (alley entrance behind Hipperson’s) 250.352.0006

Health & Fitness GROW INTO YOURSELF! Healings, readings, past life, nutritionals and spiritual coaching. Addie Strasser BA., HTP., HNC., 352-9445. Say yes.

Home & Garden DOUBLE GLAZED WHITE vinyl windows, various shapes and sizes. 250 352 5337 KENMORE WASHER, HEAVYDUTY, extra-capacity, white, excellent condition. $100. 250-357-9457. KOOTENAY CONSCIOUS TREE Care. Experienced, ethical, local, professional. Specializing in sectional removal of hazardous trees, aesthetic view clearing and spiral pruning. 250-357-2822. UNABLE TO COMPOST? Bring it to me. Good soil in exchange. Walking distance preferred. martinlane@hotmail.com STRONG PLUM STARTS in rich organic soil 8” to 18” $10 Swen 5510909 or 505-5117

Help Wanted REMOVE YOUR RECORD: A CRIMINAL Record can follow you for life. Only PARDON SERVICES CANADA has 20 years experience. Guaranteeing record removal. Call: 1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-9727366). www.RemoveYourRecord. com.

House Sitting RESPONSIBLE, HONEST, EMPLOYED, female will care for your pets. garden and home. References, 7 years experience. 250-354-3677 HOUSESITTER WANTED, JULY 613. Charming heritage cottage near Lakeside Park. Lee: 352-3870 WANTED: HOUSESITTER FOR LOVELY home overlooking Kootenay Lake. Gardens, two pussycats. June 18th to July 7th. 354-1411

Misc. for Sale SOFA & LOVESEAT, end tables, desks & chairs, dressers, dehumidifier, TV stand, doghouse & kennels, tools, houseplants. 250-825-9486 FOR SALE 5TH wheel door with screen, excellent shape. 6ft 3inches by 2ft. 9inches.(wilderness)$125.00 354-1192 360 XBOX ELITE with 4 discs, $350 OBO. WaveSport Mutant kayak with paddles, $300. ‘71 Poptop Westfalia $1500. 354-7691 BRAND NEW HAND knit Canada Day blanket $25, antique (1910) rocker, great condition, $35 354-1784 1 LITRE CLEAR plastic containers, new, large box full (yogurt container shape) 250-355-2269 FOR SALE: TREADMILL power incline/decline great shape asking $395 OBO 359-8053 PEG PEREGO POLARIS Sportsman X2 children’s ATV; comes with 12volt rechargeable battery, 2speeds plus reverse $200. Little Tikes Basketball Hoop $10. Little girls bike $10 3543867 ADMIRAL COUNTER TOP range 4 burners $125.00. 6 Epson color cartridges $45.00 fits C68,C88, Cx3800. Ken 250-352-0136 1963 HOLDER 4WD German made Tractor, 3 point hitch, dual range; 2 speed pto, rototiller $3500.00 3523248 SEMI MOTORIZED HOSPITAL bed including mattress, headboard, foot board, railings. Good condition, open to offers. 354-4194 WASHED WOOL $3/LB. New Crane double laundry tubs. 250-365-0165 TWO U2 TICKETS for October 28, 2009 in Vancouver at BC Place. Selling at cost $222.75. section 415, row YY seats 8&9. Ticketmaster issued tickets. 250-226-7927 or stomp@netidea. com NINTENDO DS, NEW rarely used, white, comes with 4 games. $90 call.250-352-6387 MISCELLANEOUS OFFICE FURNITURE For Sale: desks, shelves, filing cabinets etc. Call 250-352-7228 10000LB BRADEN HYDRAULIC winch $650, 10” Craftsman radial arm saw $150, older table saw 475 250226-7990 TOPLOAD WASHER & dryer $450, 24 liter port-a-potti $75, 229-4544 MOVING TO BELGIUM Ikea queensize bed, $200.00. lkea summer-winter comforter, l year old $200.00. Regis 250-825-9310 BEAUTIFUL WOODEN CRIB hardly used (without mattress), lightly used bassinet on stand. $275 for both 3541083. MOFFAT TRUE-CONVECTION ELECTRIC range. 33”, self-cleaning, almond colour, incl. manual & broiler pan. $200 OBO. 825-4553 19” TOSHIBA TV $15, Chrome/cane chair $10, Ikea Bookcase $15, several framed vintage prints 352-3014 WHITE MINK COAT w/bat wing arms, mid length, appraised at $5000 sell at $4000OBO 250-505-0796

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HONDA 2 HP, 4 Cycle outboard motor, 2006 EPA Model, low hours, $750. 250-352-7906. CEMENT MIXER FOR sale, decent shape. 365-0165 FRIDGE, VERY GOOD shape $200. Stereos, speakers, microwaves cabinets and office chairs $25 each. 359-7756 FISHER WOOD STOVE, repaired, length 28 ,width 16, height 19-26 $125.00 obo. 352-9639 FARMALL CUB TRACTOR with front end loader and sickle mower, runs well $1750.00 obo 250-352-3248 VINYL RECORDS, 1989 Ford F-150 4X4 $750. 1986 Toyota Camry $150. 226-6783 SONY DIGITAL CAMCORDER DCR SR-100, Takes Sharp digital video and still photos. $450. Douglas 3525735 GOLF - GRANITE Pointe 9 Hole 10 round punch pass card [valued at $272] asking: $195 250-352-1806 GLASS DISPLAY CASE, oven/proofer, deli display, cash register, pizza press, UV water filtration, scales, 354-1084. WASHER/DRYER, SATELLITE RADIO, satellite dish, bambooflooring, class1 trailer hitch, dovetail jig, carpets 825-4181. MICROWAVE 754W, BRAND new in box, $40. 250-352-5067 SIMAC 700 PASTA Machine and accessories $75, 42 spindles and 2 posts $50; ph: 352-2823 1990 PONTIAC TRANSPORT $600, apt size washer and dryer $200,woodstove $150 250-352-0746 after 6 pm 250-509-0863 CHARIOT DOUBLE JOGGING stroller with jogger kit, $550.00 OBO, Zooper stroller $175 OBO. Phone 250-354-1577 KIDS POWER WHEELS Escapade, excellent condition. Paid $550.00 asking $250.00. Phone 250-352-9720 HOME PHONE DISCONNECTED? Call Home Phone Reconnect Tollfree: 1-866-287-1348 Reasonable rates, friendly service. DonÕt be without a home phone. 1-866-2871348. A FREE TELEPHONE SERVICE - Get Your First Month Free. Bad Credit, DonÕt Sweat It. No Deposits. No Credit Checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines Today Toll-Free 1-866884-7464. 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. AFFORDABLE PHONE RECONNECTION. Up to $30. off for new customers! Great rates for phone and long distance! Call Tembo 1-877-266-6398 or sign up online www.tembo.ca. 2 YEAR OLD Colorado Blue Spruce, 35cm, $1.49/each (180 for $268.20, free shipping). Also Pines, Hybrid Poplars, Willows, etc. Alberta grown, Alberta seed. 1-866-873-3846; www. treetime.ca

LOOKING FOR A quality used amp, record player, speakers and possibly vinyl. Call 365-4710 A 6 FOOT cast iron claw food bathtub in good condition. will pick up. 226 7791 BELL MOBILITY CELL PHONE or CONTRACT to be taken over for one year. 250-399-0056 STUDENT LOOKING FOR a good condition floor loom with accessories. 250.352.2342

PSYCHIC READINGS WITH Ratna, BFA., MFA., experienced meditator and sensitive intuitive for over 30 years. 229-4042

Misc. Wanted RACECAR TODDLER BED wanted. In good condition and resonably priced. Please call (250) 304 8005. PALOMA PROPANE HOT water heater, drum kit, small propane barbeque, 30” propane stove. Beth 355 2328 NEED CLOSET SPACE? Starting business, want to take unwanted clothes, fabric, curtains off your hands. 352-3763. WANTED TO RENT or buy: portable steam table and industrial rice cooker Aug.3-11 250-354-0968 LOOKING FOR APPROX. 200sq. ft used siding we can paint and a double side-by-side stroller. 3596983. EXTERIOR WOOD DOOR with window in good shape. Call 352-5567 DOING RESEARCH. ANY stories of the supernatural. Please email matrixmodell13@yahoo.ca

Music & Dance CD & DVD DUPLICATION, direct to disc printing and graphic design located in Nelson: www.shortyburns. com 352-BURN(2876) MASON & RISCH console piano, excellent condition, c/w bench, sheet music and lamp. $1,000 (250) 5055583 FOR SALE, RHODES Electric Piano $1000, 355-0030 BOSS EFFECTS PROCESSOR, list 4360, asking $75

Notices STOLEN FROM OUR front porch in Fairview Saturday, June 6 - dark brown wicker chair and cream cushion with brown/gold/turquoise floral pattern. Any info please call 250354-4342.

Other FIREWOOD FOR SALE $165/cord. Fir, Birch, Larch cut to length, split and delivered 250 354-8368 WITNSSES WANTED: MAY 21. Anybody who witnessed the accident in Extra Foods parking lot contact judy_mulloy@hotmail.com or 250505-9294 1992 ISUZU PICKUP (spacecab), 167,000kms, Efficient 5spd 4cyl, 2nd owner, Canopy/studded winters, $2000, Ryan 250-505-2747

Personals DATING SERVICE. LONG-TERM/ SHORT-TERM Relationships, FREE CALLS.1-877-297-9883. Exchange voice messages, voice mailboxes.1888-534-6984. Live adult casual conversations-1on1, 1-866-311-9640, Meet on chat-lines. Local Single Ladies.1-877-804-5381(18+).

Pets & Livestock FOR SALE-10.2HH PONY “Moose” $2000 contact Renee 250-551-1881 PLEASE ADOPT OLDER, neutered tabby. Loving companion. Forest raised. Quiet area needed. 226-7520 3 KITTENS BLACK, grey (9wks), box, cat door, trained, spay or neuter mandatory. Details, Dirk 354-9465 MORGAN/THOROUGHBRED MARE, 15.2 H, mainly used for trails, $1,500.00 obo. Info: 250-825-4693 c_marie_bell@hotmail.com FOR SALE: TWO Budgies with large cage. Asking $50. Please call 250825-0025 LAYING HENS, ROOSTER, New Zealand White Rabbits: For Sale. $30.00 each. Call Catherine 8259583 BEAUTIFUL RAGDOLL FEMALE 2 year old spayed cat needs adopting to loving home. $250 obo. 250-5052190.

Services MAN WITH TRUCK demo, cleanup, new construction, concrete, decks, good rates Call Mike 250-352-2889 or 250-354-7378 ORCA TRUCK FOR HIRE. Will do dump runs, moving, etc. Patrick 5050612. SPRING CLEANING TIME, Junk clearouts, recycling by NSC Van, from $27 per vanfull + disposal 250-5512727 MENDING, ALTERATIONS, CUSTOM sewing. Bring it to Nelson Sewing Solutions 542 Baker St. TueThurs 10-6. 250-354-1322 LOREN MAZEREEUW FINE WOODWORKING MAZWOODWORKING.COM (250) 509-1106 Custom: Stairs, Mantels, Cabinetry, Built-ins Steel Buildings FUTURE STEEL BUILDINGS Durable, Dependable, Pre-engineered, All-Steel Structures. Custommade to suit your needs and requirements. Factory-Direct affordable prices. Call 1-800-668-8653 ext. 170 for free brochure. BUILDING SALE!.... ÒROCK BOTTOM PRICESÓ. FLEXIBLE DELIVERY. 25X40Ê $5,990. 30X50Ê $9,480. 35X60Ê $9,900. 40X80Ê $15,600. 50x120Ê $29,900. Ends optional. OTHERS! 1-800-668-5422. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers, since 1980

Sports Equipment ALLEYCAT TANDEM TRAILER bike for child up to 70 pounds. $75 250352-5245 DAKINE CROSS X gloves, Large, Black, Brand New, $25 250-3527401 WOMEN’S LARGE MOTORCYCLE helmet. HJC, CL-14. Minor scratches on visor, no accidents. $30. Katherine 250-352-0076. SWAGMAN XP HITCH bike rack. Fits up to 5 bikes, 2” receiver fits vehicle hitch. $100 354-3697

Travel WHOLESALE TIMESHARES - 6080% off Retail! Qualified Buyers Only! Call for Free InfoPack! 1-800-5979347. www.holidaygroup.com/bcn PACK YOUR DRESS clothes while travelling in this compact new Suit Carrier; $20 250-304-9849 Work Wanted

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Cars DODGE ARIES 1986, Great on gas, good shape, low Km, nice car. $1500.00 Firm (250)354-9125 ‘92 EAGLE VISTA (Mitsubishi colt) 3door, fwd, 5speed, 4cyl $650.00 obo. Ph 250 359 7772. 1987 HONDA CIVIC Wagon W/S tires on rims. runs well. $800 OBO Call 352-6723 91 CHRYLSER DYNANSTY for sale $200 obo. Good body but needs work call 352-2150 1997 VW GOLF 2 door, 5 speed, moon roof, power locks, alarm, pioneer deck, surround sound, $3800, 352-2672 1984 PONTIAC FIREBIRD. Never driven winters, new tires, no rust. 243 km, $3500 obo 250-354-07191 ‘94 PLYMOUTH ACCLAIM, 4dr., 4cyl., excellent condition, no rust, auto, PS/ PB, $2450 OBO Darcy 551-1455 1999 LUMINA, BEAUTIFUL shape, 212,00 highway kms, asking $3,400 o.b.o (250) 509-0464 or 505-6201 2000 CHEVROLET CAVALIER Z24- 2 Door, 5 Speed, Pwr Sunroof, 189,000km’s, Good Condition. $2,500 OBO, Brad 250-505-2898 2003 VW JETTA Diesel 4DR 60mpg, AC, HS, Good condition. Call after 6pm: 229-4471 1980 CHEVY CITATION mechanically excellent, some bodywork needed, has 2 flat tires $400 Kathleen 250229-2355 2000 BUICK CENTURY 4dr,ac/am/ fm/cd,abs brakes/ps, front wheel drive, 4 winters on rims, 90,000Km, Immaculate $4500 (250)352-7223 2002 FORD FOCUS-VERY well maintained, 157000 km, includes winter tires on rims, $4600, call 352-2194.

RVs 1981 DODGE CAMPER van, raised roof, 350 motor on propane, full bathroom, stove, fridge, awning $5200 352-6221 or 229-4922 1996 PALOMINO TENT trailer, sleeps 8, fridge, stove, outdoor shower excellent condition and xtra features 250354-3867 WANTED, RV OR TRAILER with a truck, with a possibility of renting to own. (250)777-0825 Work Wanted

CLEAN 1985 PROWLER 27” trailer to live in or travel. Good condition $4000 firm 505-2060 1978 23FT TRIPLE E motorhome, original owner, excellent condition, 95 000km, 250-359-7096 WANTED LOW-PRICED CAMPER or trailer with truck,with possibility of renting to own. (250)777-0825 CAN-AM XT STOCK 26” tires, Carlisle ACT Radial, 0.75” tread depth, used 200miles $250 250-359-6970

Sleds/Bikes 2007 PITSTER PRO, pit bike, 125cc, a ton of fun, great for adults and kids. $1200 MUST SELL 2001 Honda Shadow 1100 Spirit. good condition, extras $4800.00 o.b.o. 825-4526 ALMOST-NEW ELECTRIC SCOOTER. Looks like a Vespa. 30 km range. Call 352-4662. 2004 HONDA JAZZ 49cc Scooter 2180kms with helmet, windshield, trunk, front basket. $2000 (250)3547575 sqmerritt@hotmail.com 95 PW50, GREAT shape, perfect beginners bike, $775obo

Tires/Parts/Other TOYOTA PICK-UP; WARN winch and bushguard $400 obo, canopy $50, box liner $50. 250.354.4599 1984 HONDA CIVIC parts car including winter tires on rims. Call 399-4741 CANOPY, FIBERGLASS, FITS older Toyota or Ford Ranger long box, $120. 250-825-0168 evening. 20 HP CUB cadet tractor, 985 hrs., hydrostatic, 54” mower, 44” snowblower. $3750. 172 WANTED FOR 1977 Mercedes Benz 300D: bottom part of oil pan and two tires. 551-2367 evergreensinger@shaw.ca 21’ CONVEYOR BELT, for sand, gravel. 6’ lift. $1500. Large wood stove $200 551-2664 COATS 20-20 SUPER star tire changer good condition $400.00 250-365-3948

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1989 SUZUKI TRACKER 4x4, 5 speed, convertible, run’s well, needs a tune up. $1200 226-7275 ‘93 MPV VAN AC, CD, Cruise, 285k, 100k motor, sound, well-maintained, asking $1475.00 354-9015 FOR SALE 2005 Toyota Rav 4 Plus: mint condition, black exterior/black leather interior, a/c, heated seats, sony cd player, 4 new speakers, 4 winter/4 summer tires, power everything, roof rack, cruise control, rear folding seats, utility tow package $19,200.00 250505-3569 1978 FLEETWING CHEVY Van 30 motor home. 66337miles, no rust, new tires, interior in great condition. 8’ wide x 20’ long. Hasn’t been run since Oct. 2002 and needs full tune up and fluid flush. All working appliances and features, sleeps 6. This is a fantastic motor home in excellent condition with only minor maintenance needed to get it running. Asking $4700, OBO. Jennie 354-7812 1989 CHEVY SERVICE Van. PDL, PW, A/C Ladder Rack, New Paint. $1500.00 obo 250-359-7110 2000 TOTOTA TACOMA, 240,000km, 4x4, extracab, black, Auto, V6, $12,500. 551-1563 WANTED 1TON TRUCK in good running condition, body not important as it wont be used

Boats 16FT BASS/SKI BOAT and trailer $2400. Outfitted for fishing, 125hp Force outboard and Lorance fishfinder. 250-825-4595 FOR SALE 2007 19’ Starcraft fully loaded, new trailer, 68 hours v-8 $32,500 obo 352-7385 14.6 FT WE-NO-NAH solo canoe, light weight, kevlar construction, $500 352-1260 LOOKING FOR LIGHT canoes in good condition for youth wilderness program. Call Reach program 5057070 SALE/TRADE: 9.5’ NECKY Rip hybrid kayak with spray skirt $400; WANTED: situpon kayak

6 BOLT 17” American Racing Mags $300 OBO Call Steve at 551-0909

2 KAWASAKI JET skis, 750 stand up models on trailer, package price $7000. ph. Warren 250-354-7288

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16’ CHESTNUT CANOE in good condition 355 2475

2001 GMC SAFARI SLT Van. AWD, 8-passenger, auto, great condition, 160,000 kms. $8,500 obo 250-2294957 ‘92 MAZDA MPV 2wd very good technical condition (Vancouver van) $950.00 obo. 250 354 8512 DO YOU HAVE unmet transportation needs? Nelson Carshare Co-op has the answer for you. Free gas, insurance & repairs. Call 250-509-2002 or see www. nelsoncar.com 1981 VW WESTPHALIA California import ,no rust low km, automatic, new engine, $8500.00 250-354-1272 250505-3272 2002 RED FORD Windstar- Excellent condition, one owner, 222,000kms. $3300 OBO Call 250-352-1849 1990 JEEP CHEROKEE. 186k Good body, recent parts, small lift. Runs and drives but needs work. As-is $800. 250505-3801 weekends only pls. FOR SALE 2002 JEEP Grand Cherokee Laredo $8000 obo call 250.352.5208

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8 HP HONDA 4 stroke outboard motor short shaft $750.00 obo 352 3248 24’ 1979 CLASSIC Silverline Nantucket w/galvanized roadrunner trailer, $12,500. 250-825-0048 or psnow@netidea.com for more information. 1975 GLASCRAFT HARDTOP, ex back canvas, 4cyl easy on fuel, on trailer. $3600 obo bruce 825-4206 TWO YAMAHA FOUR stroke, 50 h.p. motors. 1997 F50W high thrust. Controls, power tilt included. Only used about 20 hours $3500 each. 250-354-3636 18’ SANGSTER, 170HP, mercruiser, 520hrs,, 1980, powertrim needs work, no top, galvanized trailer, $3000obo, 354-0443.

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FABULOUS LAKEVIEW HOME only 3 miles from town in the Nasookin subdivision. Very spacious with 3/4 bedrooms, new tile floors, central air and mortgage helper downstairs. $569,000 Call Trevor@NelsonRealty.ca 250-3548409 SALMO LARGE LEVEL lot, services to the boundary, views of ski hill, 250-352-9133, trek@peakfreaks. com, www.peakfreaks.com/salmo.htm, $75,000OBO 2 BEDROOM BUNGALOW, lower Fairview, open floor plan, wood stove, many improvements, new detached workshop. $239500. 352-4680 Karl TOWNHOUSE FOR SALE. A must see. 3 bedroom 11/2 bath home. Lots of storage space, heated and insulated shop at rear, off street parking, close to bus stops, 10 min walk to down town. Asking $210000. To view, call 250352-2242 SPECTACULAR VIEW, SPACIOUS 3BR +den home, semi-developed basement, large lot, unobstructed glacier view, Rosemont. $379,000. 250352-6892 LEVEL ROSEMONT LOTS, 40’x132’, Unobstructed glacier view! Serviced! Ready for your dream home! $179,000. 250-352-6892 HOUSE & RENTAL Cabin on 2.53 acres - 10 min from Nelson. Photos: www.pinkdogdesigns.com/house.html sunny private 352-9697 HOME FOR SALE 301 Sixth Street 825 sq. ft main floor 60 X 60 lot Ω finished basement 3 bedroom; 1 bathroom Lakeview, deck, new roof & sewer, hardwood floors, f/s, w/d, dw, off street parking, walk to LVR, Hume school, hospital, Selkirk College, shopping, $275,000 Phone: (250)354-1040 CONDO FOR SALE 1 bdrm + den prime central location Inquiries (250) 505-5583 $210,000 2 BEDROOM 1 bath, 610 Silica St. 250-352-5955 UPHILL HOME FOR sale: $439,000 2 homes on double lot. Mortgage helper/ rental: Beautiful 90’s built 3 bedroom, 2 bath, bright, cheery, great views, wood floors, fireplace, cute yard, quiet lion’s park neighborhood. Rental: 2 bedroom, 1 bath, separate power, entrance, yard, basement, privacy for both homes. Possible 3rd “inlaw suite” 250-2267968, 505-4166 3 PRIVATE SUNNY delightful acres with fully remodeled mobile home. Expansive sundecks and friendly community, 250-359-8280. By owner, $187 000. ROSSLAND, LARGE MOBILE wood/ gas heat $9000. Trades welcome 3540043 or 509-1927 BONNINGTON ACREAGE FOR sale: 9.89 sunny, forested, private acres. On shared drive. $230,000 obo. 3596887 WILDERNESS PARADISE JUST Minutes from Town Welcome to the best of both worlds. A well-maintained 1,900 sq.ft 3-4 bdr. home on 3.5 acres, with a 60,000 acre backyard -- the West Arm Park. Just minutes from Nelson. Great sun, spacious yard, pure creek water. 2.8 km 4x4 access; part of land coop; no bank mortgage; asking $345,000. Please call: 250-355-2206 or email: info@nextstepintegral.org FAIRVIEW BEAUTIFUL HERITAGE style 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home. Large private, corner lot. $464,000. call 3525856

MOBILE HOME, 2 Bdrm, secure park, close to Nelson, w/d, clean, nice location, $24,500 250-509-0887 COUNTRY LIVING! PRIVATE sunny Cottage and cabin 10 min.from town 2.5 acres gardens outbuildings 3529697 BONNINGTON ACREAGE: 9 sunny, forested, private acres on shared drive. $230,000 obo 359-6887

KRESTOVA RENOVATED 2 bedroom home with large yard, well, 5 appliances. Available July 1. $900/Mo + utilities 250-359-7697 WHY PAY RENT? New 2bdrm, 2 bath, modular, 1242sq ft on acreage near Balfour. $5000 down, $1075/month includes property lease. 352-5499 4 BR & 2 BR ($1100+ & $900+), wood/electric, acreage, bus, views, near Slocan City, available immediately. References. 250-352-0766 JULY 1, BRIGHT 1 BR suite, Deck, Coin-op laundry, quiet Uphill Nelson building. N/S N/P $590/mo+ 780-8656140 3 BDRM, 2 bath, 2 level, 1500sq ft home, 45km to Nelson or Castlegar. 4 appliances, NS/NP, in Winlaw on acreage, fruit trees, glacier water, amazing views, $1200/month + deposit and utilities. 250-265-0168 FEMALE, NS TO rent a furnished room in my house in Rosemont. Rent $ 500/month ph 352 3365 SEEKING SINGLE MOM with daughter to share my house in Rosemont. $ 800/month Ph 352 3365 LAKEFRONT BSMNT SUITE. 2 bdrm, private bath/entrance d/w/stove/fridge/ shared laundry NP/NS/storage/parking $1400/mo + utilities. Aug 1/Sept 1. FOR RENT ( blewett) newly renovated bacholor suite rent neg must like animals 250 352 7385

Rentals EXECUTIVE RENTAL IN Nelson Beautiful three bedroom, 2.5 bathroom townhouse adjacent to Nelsonís Granite Pointe Golf Course and Rosemont Park. Hardwood floors, heated bathroom tiles, stainless steel appliances, fireplace, balcony & loft. No pets, no smoking. $1500 + utilities. 1 year lease. July 1st, 2009. To view a similar home go to www.thevillasatgranitepointe.com and click on photo gallery. 403-6900356 or 250-354-7989 SHORT-TERM SUMMER RENTAL in co-share. $600/mo 2 bedrooms. Beautiful. Call Jacquie at 352-0974 CABINS FOR RENT near Slocan. $200-$350/month plus work trade on community projects. 250-354-9117 or 250-226-7311. BEAUTIFUL RENOVATED 4/5 bedroom or use one as den home for rent in Fairview area. July 1 180 View, Easy access near park yet private. 778-2971652 or beinnelson@yahoo.com RENT TO OWN one of our properties in the Nelson area. For further info call 1-888-222-0652. 12’ X 54’ building, may be used for storage or workshop,$350 a month 250357-2466 available immediately BEAUTIFUL, LARGE ONE bedroom apt. Great views, includes utilities, internet, cable, laundry. NS/NP $1100/mo 352-2842 TWO BEDROOM, FULLY furnished suite for rent in heritage house four blocks from Baker. Sept.1- Jan.15. $1500/month plus utilities. Call Janaki @ 250-227-8944 ATTENTION LANDLORDS: ARE you trying to find suitable and reliable renters? Call Stacey to find out more information about how you can fill your rentals without having to advertise. (250)352-9595 ex.203 SPACIOUS BRIGHT 3 bedroom suite in sunny Beasley w/d, n/s. Sorry no dogs. $935/month, available immediately 205-359-6669 3 BEDROOM 1.5 bath,fireplace, hardwood floors,patio with lakeview,carport. Situated on a quiet cul de sac. 1450+utilities.NS. 250-352-6607 BEAUTIFUL P&B RIVERSIDE House Ymir. 2000sqft., 2fl.,2bth wood/elect. Peaceful non-smokers. $1300mo. July 1st. 604-989-0258 LARGE 2 BEDROOM ground level basement suite. Rosemont, private setting, available July 1st. 354-4609 NELSON ROSEMONT TOWNHOUSE, 3 Bedroom. 1 1/2 Bath, on bus route, available now, phone 1-250-464-1512 ROOM FOR RENT in Fairview home for $350. Please call Anna at 250 551 3034 YMIR RD, SHOP/STUDIO space (250) 352-3635 2 BEDROOM WITH large living room space, uphill Nelson, view, deck NP, $900 354-0177 Msg.

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1500SQ. FT .OFFICE/STUDIO/SHOP or as you prefer, Baker St., Nelson, available August 1st, 250-5054925 TREATMENT ROOM/OFFICE WANTED to rent in Nelson by Reg. Massage Therapist . dennis938@yahoo.com 250-3548406 JULY 1: DOWNTOWN heritage office suites(2), + shared common facilities. Incl: utilities, parking. $1,100/mo. Lease. 352-5757.

Rentals Wanted HOUSING URGENTLY NEEDED! Clean, safe, low-cost accommodations needed to house local low income citizens. For more information please contact Bev at Nelson Cares at : 250551-3015 YOUNG MAN SEEKS affordable accommodation within Nelson area. Responsible, quiet, guaranteed income, references, Tyler 352-9876 SINGLE MOM SEEKING 2brdm apt or mobile home...reasonable rent please 352-1621 2-3 BEDROOM FOR local, working couple, just outside Nelson. Woodstove, garden space. Reasonable rent. 3520588. RESPONSIBLE COUPLE SEEKING rental July 1st. Fully employed with excellent references. call Jessica/ James 250-359-5913 / 250-551-2212

Shared Rentals FULLY FURNISHED ROOM available July 1st in Rosemont. $450/month is all inclusive. Prefer n/s female 3529589 CASTLEGAR, FURNISHED PARTIAL suite. Shared kitchen and bathroom. Util and Internet inc. 400/mo. 250304-7806

Lorne Westnedge & Drew Evans: THE TEAM THAT WORKS -- FOR YOU! Contact 250-505-2606 Lorne at: Lorne@rhcrealty.com Contact 250-505-2466 Drew at: Drew@rhcrealty.com Web-site. www.nelsonrealestate.com

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VALLEY PARADISE!

New 5,000 sq.ft. custom home on 18.5 acres with pasture land in pristine private valley. Stunning mountain views, between Slocan/Silverton. Bamboo/cork floors, 9’ ceilings, 4 bed. 3 bath. List goes on!

$1,500,000

mls #K181927

BRADERWOOD CONDO

Outstanding 3 bed. 3 bath. view condominium in quality development. Gas fireplace, large deck, fully equipped kitchen. 2 bed. on main & 1 in finished lower level with a total of 2600 sq. ft.

$419,000

mls# K180967

CHALET HOME & ACREAGE

3-4 bed. 3 bath 2,500 sq.ft. home finished on 3 levels. Outstanding views of Kootenay Lake & Kokanee Glacier located in Kootenay Bay. Subdivision potential, gardens, outbuildings, 2 wells & water license.

$399,000

mls #K 180407

NOTHIN’ BUT BEACH

Ownership in corporate shares at Crescent Beach development. Exclusive use of site. Private slip in marina, 5th wheel trailer as-new condition on serviced site. Share in common areas, & beach.

$85,000

mls# K181133

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HOMES & GARDENS This spring, effective disposal of invasive plants is important Spring has sprung and so have those tenacious invasive plants which are popping up in gardens. People have introduced a number of plants to this area as cultivated ornamentals which have jumped the fence to neighbouring yards and alleys to then move on to colonize forests, grasslands and wetlands. As pretty as some of these plants are, because they arrive in Canada without their natural predators to keep them in balance, they can spread rapidly, forming dense patches over huge areas causing irreversible impact to ecosystems, agriculture and even man made structures. Around the world, invasive species are considered the second largest contributor to the loss of biodiversity (e.g. extinction of species), next to the loss of habitat. To rid a garden of invasive plants and control the spread of them, care must be taken with their handling and disposal. When digging or

For detailed information on identifying invasive plants in the region, and info on the Central Kootenay Invasive Plant Committee, visit www. kootenayweeds.com

cutting invasive plants, wear gloves and long sleeves because some of these plants, like spotted knapweed , Scotch broom and yellow flag iris contain irritants. Since many invasive plant species are prolific seeders (Purple loosestrife can produce up to 2.5 million seeds per plant), it is very important to deal with them before they go to seed or if in flower or seed, to cut the seed heads off and bag them before removing the rest of the plant. Some of these species also reproduce by sprouting from their root systems, so when pulling or digging care must be taken to remove all of the root.

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The Fish and Wildlife Compensation Program (FWCP) is looking for wildlife reporters. All they have to do is report recent sightings of seven species found right here in the Columbia Basin. “Last year we asked people to report sightings of specific species and we received a significant number of wildlife sightings through easy-to-use online forms and we’re asking for help again this year,” says John Krebs, FWCP senior wildlife biologist Krebs wants to know if people have seen western skinks, common nighthawks, Vaux’s swifts, harlequin ducks, badgers, mountain caribou, or if they know where a western screech-owl is nesting. People who don’t know what the species look like can visit www.fwcp.ca and learn. People can file their sightings at the same website. This is also where wildlife reporters can submit their sightings; just follow the link from the home page. There is an easy-to-use map feature to pinpoint where people saw one of the seven species on the program’s “most wanted” list this year. ��

Once removed, disposing of these plants is relatively easy, but it is important to do so responsibly in order to not spread them to new areas. Keep them separate from your other yard waste by bagging them and taking them to the landfill, where they accept invasive plants free of charge in both the Regional Districts of Kootenay Boundary and Central Kootenay. Composting is another alternative, however it is not recommended for all species, especially those that propagate from root fragments or seed quickly when in flower. Your compost needs to reach temperatures of 50 C to 70 C to kill soft seed and

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Kootenay Invasive Plant Committee website: www. kootneayweeds.com For more information, call 352-1160 or toll free

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