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Gavin Harrison, 14 months, checks out his dad’s remote controlled car while Alex Hurst, 14, prepares for the races.

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A club of remote control racers of all ages has started and is looking for more members. Email jdnelsonrc@gmail.com for more information

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competitors don’t go easy on each other. The cars jostle for position and there are many crashes and wipe outs. Miniature off-road cars tear around a �� Fortunately the cars are durable and dirt track. Their drivers stand on top of �� a bank, laughing as their machines whip even the basic remote control car that many around the track, leaping into the air over racers favour comes completely waterproof �� jumps and careening around corners, spit- (Dale says you can throw it into a bathtub ting dirt and gravel into the air. The drivers full of water). �� While the competition is fierce, Dale span several decades, from teens to 60s, and they’re all focused on one thing, winning appreciates the social aspect of RC racing �� and how it bridges the generations and having fun. “It’s about sharing with five-year-olds, That scene is repeated most Sundays at Please proof for accuracy then phone, fax or email with any changes or an approval. John Dale’s private race track and Dale 14-year-olds, myself at 65 . . . we’re all talkPhone: 250.354.3910 • Fax: 250.352.5075 • Email: sales@expressnews.bc.ca the other racers have put the call out to ing the same language.” The racing isn’t all about speed. Dale people with remote controlled cars to join The Express is not responsible for any errors after the client has signed off. the fun. has built a rock-crawling track where speThe group has been together since cialized remote controlled cars scale large October 2008, shortly after Dale built the rocks. Here it’s about technique and finding path to the top. track. He got into RC after visit- the��right�� racing �� Dale’s interests extend to all manner of ing friends in the U.S. who had their own � �� electric vehicles. In his shop he has remote track. Dale had so much fun racing the electric controlled helicopters, planes and another �� an �� electric cars the he turned an empty part of his yard part of his yard is dedicated to � �� train set complete with a 15-foot trestle at his North Shore home into a track. �� The track curves around trees and leaps bride. Dale has heard there have��been many �� over dirt jumps, making it quite technical, RC cars sold locally – especially the Traxxas says Dale. get in Alex Hurst, 14, holds the track record. Slash – and he hopes the owners �� will �� the racing. He The neighbourhood boy can complete a lap touch with the club to join in emphasizes the track is for electric cars, not in 15 seconds, Dale says with a wry smile. The racers meet most Sundays. The day the more powerful nitro models. The Nelson Radio Control starts with some track maintenance folCHRIS SHEPHERD Alex Hurst puts his remote controlled car through its paces. The Club can be reached by email at lowed by races. club is looking for racers of all ages to join. Up to six cars can go at a time and the jdnelsonrc@gmail.com. Festival brings the hits to Kaslo’s floating �� stage. �� PAGE 7 by Chris Shepherd

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Briefly Pumper Larry: concrete pumping

Larry Chambers has made his own concrete pumping business after four years working in the field throughout the Kootenay area. After four years of concrete pumping and listening to contractors and homeowners, Chambers learned they felt another concrete pumping business was needed in the area. Chambers operates a 2006 Schwing concrete pumper that has a 32 metre (85 foot) reach. He’s ready to work on walls, footings and more. To get in touch with Chambers, call 5091452, 448-6204 or email pumperlarry@hotmail. com.

Fresh and funky burgers The Funky Monkey Burger Bar puts the emphasis on fresh food by Chris Shepherd Think of the archetypal burger: Large patty, lush green lettuce, deep purple onion, richly red tomato and a crisp dill pickle. That’s the goal of the creative minds behind the Funky Monkey Burger Bar at 602 Front St. The restaurant opened earlier this month with the simple goal of providing a mellow environment to enjoy burgers in. “It’s just a good old hamburger joint for people to enjoy, rather than going to the bar,” says owner Larry Gorrill. With Aaron McCallum in the kitchen, those burgers range from the Nacho Burger (complete with nacho chips, avocado and

jalapeños) to the vegetarian Portabllo Mushroom Burger. The fries are enhanced by homemade aioli dips (with flavours like chipotle lime, garlic or lemon dill, to name a few). Each night there are specials as well, when McCallum creates stuffed burgers (imagine cutting a patty in half, stuffing it with cheese, mushrooms or onions). The Funky Monkey also serves breakfast on the weekend. Visit www.funkymonkeyburgerbar.com or call 352-5111 for more information. The Funky Monkey is open from 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday to Friday and from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

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Fire season heats up in region Campfire ban issued as dry weather, lightning and abandoned campfires increase by Chris Shepherd Hot weather, lightning storms and careless campers have forced those who watch the region’s forests to ban all campfires for the rest of the summer. The Southeast Fire Centre issued the ban last week. As of Friday, July 24, campfires are not allowed, along with fireworks, burning barrels and Category 2 and Category 3 open fires. “We’ve reached the point in the summer where weather and abandoned campfires create too much of a risk,” says Gwen Eamer, fire information officer for the Southeast Fire Centre. Eamer says campers seem to be getting more careless with their camp-

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fires. Two weeks ago, fire wardens found only five abandoned campfires. A week later they found 22. An abandoned fire could be smouldering or still have open flames. Either is enough to set

the dry woods ablaze, Eamer says. As of Wednesday last week, the fire centre was mopping up nine fires in the region. Three were in the Golden-Invermere area and the other six were scattered across

the Boundary-West Kootenay-Columbia region. The largest fire so far, north of Revelstoke, was 1.5 hectares. In total, forest firefighters have responded to 113 wildfires since April. Fifty-

RDCK rattled by pulp mill’s refusal to pay Castlegar’s property tax Zelltsoff Celgar requests judicial review of Castlegar’s property taxes; Castlegar’s decision to withold money from RDCK worries directors by Chris Shepherd Some rural directors are upset at the City of Castlegar’s decision to hold back money from the regional district after a Castlegar pulp mill decided it would not pay its property taxes.. In early July, Castlegar found out the Zellstoff Celgar pulp mill won’t pay its 2009 property taxes. The mill has also asked for a judicial review of Castlegar’s tax rates. Celgar’s property taxes make up 40 per cent of Castlegar’s property taxes, contributing $2.4 million to city coffers. In a press release, Lawrence Chernoff, Castlegar’s mayor, said the city has a four-point plan to deal with Celgar’s tax challenge. The plan includes creating a task force to examine the long-term funding implications, talking with Celgar, and discussions with the federal and provincial governments. John Malcom, Castlegar’s chief administrative officer, said the city and Celgar have had productive meetings and agreed to meet regularly to find a solution. Castlegar’s council also decided to not pay part of its requisition to the Regional District of Central Kootenay. Municipalities and rural

areas all contribute to the RDCK’s budget through what are called requisitions. Castlegar’s total requisition is just over $2 million and the city is withholding $375,000. “It’s not remitting the $375,000 because, frankly, the city hasn’t collected it,” said Malcolm. Gary Wright, chair of the RDCK, said he sympathizes with Castlegar’s problem but that it shouldn’t affect the regional district because the Local Government Act states a municipality must pay its requisition. At the board of directors’ Thursday, July 23 meeting, directors approved a motion to have Castlegar-based recreation and transit services (which are funded by the RDCK) review their budgets with an eye to compensating for the missing $375,000. Malcolm said such a move concerns Castlegar. The City of Castlegar’s requisition goes into a number of services, including General Administration, which serves all of the regional district. “At the very least, it seems that reductions would be made across the regional district operations as opposed to somehow penalizing the City of Castlegar for not passing on something it doesn’t have to pass on,” said Malcolm. The RDCK’s General Affairs

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Committee will also look at ways to make up for the shortfall. Wright said changes to the Castlegar services is a last resort. Castlegar’s decision to withhold part of its requisition doesn’t sit well with Gordon Zaitsoff, director for Area J, which borders Castlegar to the west and south. Zaitsoff is concerned the potential cuts will impact his own constituents who share, and contribute to, Castlegar’s waste services, recreation and transit. “I think they’re making a very big mistake, especially with it contradicting the Local Government Act.” Zaitsoff also pointed out that Castlegar has a sizeable reserve fund that it could use to cover the Celgar shortfall. But Malcolm said those reserves are already targeted for projects like the city’s water and sewer infrastructure. If the city were to use those funds it would amount to borrowing, Malcolm said. “Why should the city be borrowing from its own reserves or out on the open market for a requisition it hasn’t received, in terms of taxes from Celgar?” Malcolm said. A representative from Zellstoff Celgar could not be reached by press time.

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five per cent of those fires were caused by humans. The fire season started off slowly this year. A wet, cool start to July kept things calm and pushed the fire season back a couple of weeks. That hasn’t been the case for other parts of the province. The Southeast Fire Centre sent a unit crew of 20 firefighters to Kelowna to help fight the three fires that threatened that city. The Southeast Fire Centre is still protected with three unit crews (60 firefighters) and 28

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Lightning arcs over the West Arm of Kootenay Lake on the night of Thursday, July 23. Lightning started 100 fires since Thursday, though none were a major problem for forest firefighters.

initial attack teams (84 firefighters) are still stationed in the region. Recent warm weather pushed the mercury to the high 20s and low 30s and eliminated that head start. “Now it’s a standard fire season.” To report a wildfire or unattended campfire call 1-800-663-5555 or *5555 on most cellular networks. For more information on open fire restrictions or for updates on current wildfire activity, please visit www.bcwildfire.ca.

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Glacier/Howser meeting a success: Mungall MLA says Nelson meeting on independent power project was needed to provide independent analysis by Chris Shepherd MLA Michelle Mungall hailed her mid-July meeting on the Glacier/Howser power project a success and urges people opposed to the project to send in their opposition. Mungall wanted the Wednesday, July 15 meeting to be another chance for people to learn about the project that will use water from two creeks at the north-end of Kootenay Lake to generate electricity.

Purcell Green Power Inc., a subsidiary of Axor, has proposed to divert water from Glacier and Howser Creeks to two hydroelectric facilities. The project would generate 99.5 megawatts of power. Part of the project includes a 92 kilometre transmission line through the mountains. Mungall organized the Nelson meeting after requests to the province’s Environmental Assessment Office to hold an open house in the community were denied. Meetings were

instead held in Kaslo (which drew over a thousand opponents to the project), Meadow Creek and Invermere. “I felt it was important to get an independent analysis of their [Axor’s ] application,” said Mungall. “They obviously want it to be approved, so the type of information they’re going to be giving the audience is going to be favourable for them, which doesn’t provide the full picture.” She organized the meeting and invited a number of

speakers to talk about the project. Lee-Ann Unger, a member of the West Kootenay EcoSociety, reviewed the 7,000 page application and presented the society’s findings around the environmental component. Sage Aaron, from the union COPE 378, spoke about the consequences of privatising power generation and the union’s impacts on BC Hydro and the public. Joe Foy and Rafe Mair then

addressed the environmental and economic implications of the provincial government’s policies on private power production. There was standing room only at the meeting, which Mungall estimates drew 450 people. “The ultimate goal was to make sure people were informed and they knew the avenues to have their comments addressed.” The deadline for public comments was Monday, July 27.

Employees, employers, volunteer fundraisers team up to support CT scanner Nelson Hydro staff was the first employee group to meet the Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation’s call for 1,000 x $1,000 donations. Staff members banded together to donate a cumulative $1,600 to the $1.5 million CT scanner campaign. A similar $2,000 donation was made by Coldwell Banker when the company matched donations from their realtors. “When we began this fundraising campaign we knew we’d need every-

one’s involvement and as volunteers we would welcome the independent initiative that any group could offer,” says hospital foundation director, Brian May. So far a large number of both individuals and groups have made donations exceeding $1,000 and the foundation expects this will rise as the energy accelerates. Employee groups are just one category the foundation hopes to see step forward. Groups like the Road Kings car club who are

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can come together over the course of the 18 month challenge, and stresses that monthly donations through their website at www.klhf.org will also be tracked so those individuals can be recognized when the project is complete. – submitted

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Opinions & Letters Editorial Celgar’s move highlights some critical weaknesses in our economy News that a major tax payer in Castlegar isn’t paying up has shown a major flaw in our regional economy. We understand the difficulty this puts Castlegar into. We also understand that Castlegar is withholding money from the RDCK. This only goes to show the interconnectedness of our communities. Nelson and the surrounding rural area is not immune to this. We are a part of the RDCK and dependent upon Celgar as an employer. The point is Castlegar’s problem partially comes from being a town that depends on one major industry. We agree with Castlegar’s efforts to resolve the disagreement, but we don’t agree with Castlegar withholding funds from the RDCK. Celgar’s problem is not with the RDCK, but with Castlegar. Why should the RDCK have to cope with this problem? The regional district’s staff are now looking at ways to trim the budget of Castlegar and area services. This is the right place to look, unfortunately it will also affect the people living in the rural areas directly adjacent to Castlegar, a population that should not have to pay any price in this disagreement. While the situation does not look like it will directly affect the rest of the regional district, the fact is its staff are spending time on this problem instead of other ones. Celgar’s refusal to pay the property taxes has also created rifts in our RDCK board. Instead of working on the many problems that were already on our rural government’s plate, our elected officials are now facing a problem that should not be there. Worse still, Castlegar’s actions have split our board of directors, something we hope does not have lasting effects. Castlegar needs to look at long-term solutions. There must be guarantees that Celgar will pay its fair share without surprises, since 40 per cent of their property taxes come from a single source. We encourage Castlegar to find ways to diversify it’s revenue sources as depending on a single entity is not a safe practice. This will be good for Castlegar and good for the entire region.

Fish Heads & Flowers Fish Heads to Fish Heads. Lead the life you choose and lead by example, no need to point fingers.– Power of Positivity Flowers to the contractors. So nice (and rare!) to have a friendly and prompt return phone call from contractors.– DIY Despair Fish Heads to those who walk right into a resturant without waiting. Resturants have a “Please Wait To Be Seated.” for a reason. – A ticked of waitress!! Fish Heads to the people who ransacked my friend’s fort and ruined his personal mementos. They were all he

really cared for, and there was no reason to destroy them. Now he has to start again. – Pickin’ up the pieces Flowers to a local downtown merchant who donates .25 cents to the Nelson hospital for every customer that does not take a bag. – Happy shopper Fish Heads to those people who continuously leave their garbage where bears can get it - dirty diapers and all. If you truly care about the bears - then do your part and secure your garbage where the bears can’t get it...If not - bears will be destroyed because of your carelessness. – Told them a million times

Send us your Fish Heads and Flowers! All submissions to the Express Fish Heads and Flowers section will be considered provided that no one is identified in the text or signature, all signatures are anonymous, and the submission is both concise and written in good taste. We reserve the right to withhold publication of submissions if these standards are not satisfied. To submit your gift of Fish Heads or Flowers, you may send email to express@expressnews.bc.ca, drop off or mail to 554 Ward Street, Nelson, B.C., V1L 1S9, or fax to (250) 352-5075. We will not accept submissions over the telephone. The Express cannot guarantee that your submission will be printed due to space limitation.

Take responsibility for your actions Is there anyone in our society who hasn’t recently asked some variation on the question, “When will people take responsibility for their actions?” If we are honest, we will admit to at least thinking the idea on a regular basis. It seems that the victim mentality provides an excuse for all sorts of non-productive behaviour. I just finished reading QBQ, The Question Behind The Question, by John G. Miller. His major premise caused me to think about my reaction to things that happen around me and/or to me. Miller says, “This, in a nutshell, is the essence of the QBQ: Making better choices in the moment by asking better questions.” This means, not asking questions like, “When is…(you fill in the appro-

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priate name or title)… going to provide …(whatever you think is preventing you from doing what you want or need to do). Miller would suggest that the better question is, “What can I do to make a difference?” Recently, my column submission contained a sentence that probably needed to be reread

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Street Talk What is your favourite summertime food?

Barbecued asparagus. You cook it with garlic and butter in tinfoil. I like the barbecue flavour and being outside. Diana Boel, Kaslo

Solar is the solution to save Glacier/Howser creeks In regards to the commentary by, Simon Gourdeau, the project manager for Axor on the Glacier/Howser IPP. A few comments and questions for you, Gourdeau, because I find your commentary somewhat misleading. First, you state that it is misleading to consider these watersheds pristine. So does this mean because we have done some logging damage to these watersheds in the past that it’s okay to cause more and extensive damage? Second, your comments about increased employment and jobs. After initial construction this project will create six full-time jobs and 6 part-time jobs?! It’s a lot of destruction to create 12 jobs. Then, regarding the taxes. Is there actually any amount of tax money that

can justify destruction of the planet? My suggestion for clean and renewable is a solar/wind power project at the point of consumption in the East Kootenays where the environment and wildlife have already been displaced. It’s a crime to go ahead with this destructive river project when other sustainable energy options are available I challenge you, Mr. Gourdeau (Axor), to provide evidence that solar is not a better solution to our energy needs and to look at the viability of a solar installation in the East Kootenays to make your profits and leave Glacier/Howser in peace. Now there’s something you and the local residents really could be proud of. Susan Olson Harrop

Frozen mangoes. They’re sweet and cool and can be good with dessert or on a salad. Elisa KeelingHemphill, Nelson

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slowly and thought about for a minute in order to understand it. Its syntax was somewhat convoluted. My editor, Chris Shepherd, decided to make the wording clearer. When he did so, he inadvertently made a followup idea less meaningful. We discussed the situation. Chris apologised for creating the second problem, but rightly maintained that he needed to correct the first problem. My first reaction had been: “Editors have the prerogative to edit, but get it right,” but then I got to thinking about Miller’s QBQ approach. If I had been more careful with the way I wrote my copy, Chris wouldn’t have had to edit it. The meaning of the later statement would not have been lost and I would not have fallen prey to victim

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Youth ready to work small jobs in Nelson area Have a small job or project you need help with? The Nelson Service Canada Centre for Youth (SCCY) wants people to remember their Casual Labour Program. The program links local youth and students seeking casual summer employment with employers and homeowners who are looking for summer help. Both young people and employers can go to the Nelson SCCY to access the Casual Labour Program. Youth who indicate their work experience and availability are notified when an employer files a job request with the centre. Casual jobs that have been posted this year in the Nelson area include lawn care, clerical duties, painting and flyer distribution. The duration of each job can vary from a few hours to a few weeks, depending on the needs of the employer. The SCCY can help the community by providing an opportunity for youth to gain the skills and experience that they will need for the future, and

by helping employers find hard working individuals that will help them out in their business or home. In addition to posting job opportunities, the centre serves as a source of information to both employers and youth. Youth have access to job search and interview advice, résumé and cover letter building strategies and information on numerous government programs including the Canada Student Loan Program. Youth and employers also have access to information about provincial Employment Standards and Regulations, as well as workplace health and safety guidelines. Those interested in using the program can visit the Nelson SCCY between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. at 333 Victoria St., call 352-3155 ext. 142, fax 352-5170, or email bc-yt-nelson-sccygd@servicecanada.gc.ca. For more information on Service Canada services for youth, call 1 800 O-Canada or visit servicecanada.gc.ca. – submitted

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Acid wash jeans, big hair and neon: L.V. Rogers’ graduating class of 1989 had it all and this weekend they’ll celebrate their 20th anniversary.

Class of ‘89 returns 20-year-reunion brings grads from across the world to catch up and have fun as far away as Sweden (where an exchange student came from) The class of ‘89 is coming togeth- to celebrate with dinners, wine er this weekend, marking 20 years and cheese and two play dates in since grads from L.V. Rogers said Nelson’s parks, a nod to the fact goodbye to high school and moved many of the grads of 1989 have into the greater world. This week- families now. end, over 100 of those grads will On Saturday the class of ‘89 gather to catch up and celebrate meets at Lions Spray Park and with a 20-year reunion. on Sunday they head to Lakeside Roughly half of the more- Rotary Park. Both play dates start than 200 grads have confirmed at 1 p.m. and Proctor encourages they’ll attend, says Staci Proctor anyone who knew members of the was Staci Martin when she graduating class, be it people from ��(who �� graduated). They’ll come from other grades or teachers, to come by Chris Shepherd

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and say hello. There’ll be a wine and cheese reception, a dinner and dancing, featuring an ‘80s DJ to play the rocking tunes from the decade of Wham! and Van Halen. There’s an optional ‘80s dress code in effect too. “A few people will be pulling out the hairspray, the neon clothes and the leg warmers,” says Proctor. Reunion organizers have invited teachers from their year to come out and share some stories of the 1989 class.

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Last year saw the event at five stations along the Sunday, Aug. 9, 11 a.m., cancelled for the first way collecting a playing starting Perry’s Siding time in its history, so card at each with the best along the Slocan River �� poker hand winning at organizers are convinced to Winlaw Regional and the float will be twice as the end of the day. It’s Nature Park a day where the people The Slocan Valley fun this year. Prizes are awarded for and their crafts are part Recreation Commission will host the 15th Annual best poker hand, best of the show. The on-river decorated float and best camaraderie turns the Poker Float. �� Inflatable �� crafts of all homemade hat. As well, event into a big floating sizes, shapes and decora- there’s a variety of draw family-like festival. � �� This is a no-booze tion are expected to once prizes available. A shutagain�� dot the meander- tle service runs from the event and this policy will �� ing Slocan River along finish at Winlaw Park to be strictly enforced. The float could take the seven kilometre float the launch area between �� route from Perry’s Siding 11 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. It’s up to five hours dependto the Winlaw Regional strongly recommended ing on weather condiand Nature Park and that floaters take advan- tions, but could take as they’ll be crammed full tage of this service.�� little as three hours. How the Poker Float This year the fee for of folks wanting to play �� a friendly game of cards. works is participants stop the event has been set at

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$5 per person. That figure is reduced to the regular $3 per person if a Slocan food-bank donation item is brought along. A few float hints: There is a legal requirement that floaters must have PFD’s with them. As well children 12 and under require adult accompaniment, leave no garbage in the river, sunscreen is a helpful item to bring along, as is a hat. For more information on the float, call Slocan Valley Recreation at 2260008. – submitted

Kootenay midget football prepares to kickoff Kootenay�� Nine-Man Minor season of play with a pre-season Football is looking forward to an tournament on Saturday, Sept. exciting and�� hard hitting 2009 Fall 5 and concluding with the NineSeason. Man Midget Championship on Tackle football for the 2009 sea- Sunday, Nov. 1 at the Castlegar son is open to all youth 10 to 18 Rec. Centre. Midget players in years old. the West Kootenay area will also Pee-wee (10/11 yr. olds), jr. ban- have an opportunity for further tam (12/13 yr. olds) and bantam development with extra practices (14/15 yr. olds) begin the season with and opportunities to play 12-fan the Kootenay Kickoff on Saturday, football games. �� Sept. 12 and the Kootenay Zone Midget players from Castlegar, �� Playoffs begin in October. Creston, Nelson, Trail and Rossland �� Kootenay�� Nine-Man Midget are welcomed and encouraged to football will�� be entering its eighth play for the West Kootenay Lions, ��

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a West Kootenay midget 12-man football team. Practices for the West Kootenay Lions will begin in mid-August with two-a-day practices on Sundays. All players aged 10 to 18, coaches, officials and volunteers interested in the 2009 season and 2009 summer camp information should contact: West Kootenay Minor Football, chrisandlenora@shaw.ca; Nelson Minor Football, annettedoug@shaw.ca; Creston Valley Minor Football , mleyte@telus.net. – submitted

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Summer Music Festival

Friday, July 31 to Sunday, Aug. 2 Tickets are $60 per day for adults, $25 per day for �� youth (13 to 17. Children �� under 12 get in free when accompanied by an adult. Special Friday night concert is $25 for adults, $15 for youth The exploration of jazz’s musical history continues this year as the Kaslo Jazz Etc. Summer Music Festival presents a lineup that samples from varied musical tastes. Jim Holland, the festival’s executive director, says the 18th annual festival carries on with the investigation that started last year, namely the connection between jazz and country. There’s a unique connection between the two SUBMITTED musical genres that’s obvious in the way musicians Richie Havens is one of the many talented musicians who’ll take to the floating stage in Kaslo. from each style of music perform. called Festival Vancouver) Guitarist Elmer Ferrer organizers to put the seatPerformers like Blackie that brings world musi- will bring a surprising mix ing in a shadier location. and the Rodeo Kings who cians to the B.C. Interior. of music to the stage. Festival organizers have are playing Friday’s special Dennerlein plays “He brings jazz from the also organized a shuttle to concert with Ridley Bent. “straight up jazz” a B3 rock end,” says Hammond. that runs from the camp“It’s an exploration Hammond organ and “But it’s totally laced with grounds in Vimy Park, we’re having with our Hammond says her per- the Latin feel.” through town and ends at audience.” formance will surprise As music fans enjoy the festival venue. Holland is excited about many people. those artists and more, Holland says organizers a rare opportunity to Another highlight from they’ll also enjoy a new recognized the tight ecohear German keyboard- the festival will be Bill layout for the festival, says nomic times this year and ist Barbara Dennerlein. Evans, a saxophone player Holland. dropped the usual service Dennerlein is coming to who’s shared the stage with The floating stage will charges from the tickets. Kaslo through a part- the likes of Miles Davis, still float, but it will be For a complete schedule, nership with MusicFest Herbie Hancock and Mick pointed in a slightly dif- visit the festival’s website at Vancouver (formerly Jagger. ferent direction, allowing www.kaslojazzfest.com.

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Friday, July 31�� at the Spiritbar, 422 Vernon St. Having rocked the bar many times, Skratch Bastid is now ready to �� raise it. The Bastid has become one of Canada’s most indemand DJs and respected producers. But it didn’t happen overnight. After pumping out mix tapes and �� earning a loyal following in his hometown of Halifax, Skratch began making an international name for himself through various DJ competitions. But while hard work might get you there, it takes something special to make a lasting impression. Bastid does this, night after night, by using his razor sharp technical skills to give a life to a limitless collection of hip-hop, funk, disco and rock that’s guaranteed to put a smile on your face. It’s the type of something special that wins awards and drains beers. Whatever the situation, whatever the format, Skratch Bastid is satisfaction guaranteed. Opening set by Bryx and featuring Nelson’s G-Lo in the Benwell Room. $10 at the door.

Painting the Town

Thursday, July 30, 7 p.m. at Touchstones Nelson, 502 Vernon St. Artist Carol Reynolds will give a talk on her exhibition Painting the Town at Touchstones Nelson. Reynolds’s colourful depiction of the houses, gardens and alleyways in and about Nelson bring to life the vibrancy of this community. They celebrate both the historical character of the town and the contemporary lifestyles of those who choose to make it their home. Reynolds will talk about what inspires her work and share details of her painting process from choice of subject, selection of composition, organization of colour and the various stages involved in completing a painting. Admission is by donation. For more information call Touchstones Nelson at

352-9813. Or drop by the museum to have a look at the show which is open every day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Thursday evening until 8 p.m. Painting the Town runs until Sunday, Sept. 6. For more information, contact Deborah Thompson at exhibitions@touchstones nelson.ca.

Scott Sassaman and Accordians �� Anonymous � ��

Wednesday, Aug. 5, 12 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 7:30�� p.m. at the Hall Street Local Market, 305 Hall St. �� Scott Sassaman shares his folk/funk original music from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. followed by Accordians Anonymous who, highlighting the second evening farmers market, will perform their danceable magic from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

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Reptet.

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give a night of improvisation and performance. Reptet consists of six members, four of which are horn players, combing elements or reggae, jazz and European folk. Makes for the perfect night of entertainment and surprise. $5 at the door. Visit www.reptet.com for more info.

Divine Jokes book signing

music programs for children and adults, Sunday, Aug. 9 to Friday, Aug. 14. Following VSSM, the Valhalla Intensive Performer’s Programs (VIP), a week of master classes for serious students, will commence on Monday, Aug. 17 to Friday, Aug. 21. For event dates and times, visit www.valhallafinearts.org.

Monday, Aug. 3, 8 p.m. at The Royal on Baker, 330 Baker St. One of Seattle’s finest groups, Reptet, joins locals Paul Landsberg, Rich Rabnett, Jeff Cote, Erica Landsberg, Melissa Meretsky and Ian Metz to CHRIS SHEPHERD

Kylee Bush, as Sophia, and Phil Collins, as Leon, centre, form the love interest that’s menaced by villain Count Gregor, played by Taylor Lewis, back right, in the TNT Young Company production of Fools.

Young actors make Fools of themselves

Wednesday, July 29, Friday, July 31, Saturday, Aug. 1, Sunday, Aug. 2, Friday, Aug. 7, Saturday, Aug. 8, 7:30 p.m. and a matinee on Aug. 8 at 2:30 p.m. at the TNT Playhouse, at the corner of Ward and Carbonate streets The TNT Young Company is acting very stupidly in presenting the hilarious comedy, Fools,

opening this week at the TNT Playhouse. Written by the master of comedy Neil Simon (The Odd Couple, Plaza Suite), Fools is a folk tale about a Russian village cursed with stupidity and the young teacher who falls in love and risks everything to break the spell. Full of typical Simon oneliners and odd-ball characters, the play is colourful, fast-paced fun for the whole family.

Returning to Nelson to act and co-direct with fellow UVic theatre grad, Natasha Sharpe is Taylor Lewis who will be remembered for his side-splitting performances in The Complete Works of Shakespeare and as Charlie Chaplin in Tramp. Joining them are eight of Nelson’s finest young actors. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for students at the door.

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Friday, July 31 at Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill, 705 Vernon St. Fresh off the heels of releasing her debut album, Auresia, one of Montreal’s top female reggae artists, has

embarked on her 2009 Canadian Roots Tour with her five-piece band and island-flavoured celebration of song and dance. Opening the night up are Peruvian-born Carminda Mac Lorin and Danish-Tunisian Ons

Barnat, whose international backgrounds combine with their training as ethnomusicologists as they present a set of acoustic fusion, mixing different rhythms (afro Peruvian, reggae, reggae from Maurice Island) and jazzy melodies.

Saturday, Aug. 1 at the Spiritbar, 422 Vernon St. When you grow up your entire life with a set of Technics 1200 turntables in the family, a sea of records kicking around, and an ex disco DJ for a step dad fate has its way of manifesting itself with very little difficulty. Now in his 14th consecutive year headlining clubs, raves and festivals Nelson’s very own DJ Nemesis has remained a crowd rocker of deadly force armed with a versatile and powerful sound. Known by many for his supercharged main stage sets at Shambhala, he’s also been named as one of the show’s top performers and crowd favourites. From melodic to raw and dirty, Nemesis is renowned for his emotion and energy charged brand of house music, with sets that unwind like a high octane roller coaster ride through the sounds of grinding electro house, rocking indie electro, bass line driven house, breaks and progressive. Opening set by brother Billy Bangers, $5 at the door.

Friday, July 31, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Kootenay Country Store Cooperative, 295 Baker St. Ananda Z. Prokopova will sign copies of her newly published autobiography Divine Jokes and Invisible Realities. Prokopova has been a Kootenay resident for most of the past 20 years and tells of her life journey in search of deeper meaning and higher truth. Divine Jokes takes the reader on a journey across the globe and explores some of the inner teachings that Prokopova discovered along the way.

Morien and Kerry Kean

Saturday, Aug. 1, 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cottonwood Falls Market Morien brings his acoustic folk/rock originals and covers from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. He’ll be followed by the “fastest fingers in the west,” Kerry Kean who will perform from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Valhalla Fine Arts 2009 programs and concerts

Sunday, Aug. 2, New Denver and Silverton In August, there will be music in the air as the Valhalla Fine Arts Society presents an exciting month of programs and concerts in New Denver and Silverton. The Suzuki Valhalla Institute (SVI) takes place from Sunday, Aug. 2 to Friday, Aug. 7. The Valhalla Summer School of Music (VSSM) kicks off its 11th year of

Paintings by Sandra Irvine

Reception on Friday, Aug. 7, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Dancing Bear Inn, 171 Baker St. Sandra Irvine’s winter and mountain water colour paintings help viewers escape the summer heat. Irvine enjoys painting snow and mountain scenes and uses layers of transparent water colour pigments to create glowing colours and the feeling of light in her paintings. She finds her inspiration while hiking and skiing in the snowy peaks and slopes of the Kootenays. She also travels to the Banff-Lake Louise area to paint the scenes like Mount Temple, Moraine Lake, Mount Assiniboine and Peyto Lake. This recent collection of work spans the last few years and is primarily painted in water colour with more recent works containing a mixture of fluid acrylic, soft pencil and water colour. Irvine has been working in water colour for several years and is an active member of the Federation of Canadian Artists. Her work is on display until Wednesday, Sept. 2.

Events USIC DJ ERRIKKA LIVE, at Finley’s. Old School Hip Hop 9:00 p.m.

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.

Fri. July 31

NIKKO plays live music at Fusion 301 Baker St KARAOKE AT FINLEY’S 9 p.m. start. KEEP THE BEAT 10 hours of free music, Lakeside Park, 12-10 p.m. All proceeds to War Child Canada. HALL ST MARKET. Holly and Jon perform their genre hopping music at noon - 2 p.m. THE WHITE LIGHTNING BLUES BAND perform at the Hall St Farmers Market from noon-2pm

Thurs. July 30 NIKKO plays eclectic jazz 6 - 9 p.m. at Max & Irma’s. OPEN STAGE at the Balfour Beach Inn 8 - 11 p.m.

RYLAN PLAYS GUITAR, fingerstyle, solo 6-9 p.m. at Max & Irma’s. AURESIA: MONTREAL FEMALE REGGAE sensation at Finley’s 9 p.m. 705 Vernon St.Montreal female reggae sensation SKRATCH BASTID at SpiritBar $10 at the door

Sat. Aug. 1 LIVE ENTERTAINMENT or all request DJ at Finley’s 9:00 p.m. COTTONWOOD FALLS FARMERS MARKET Morien: acoustic folk/rock 10:30amnoon and Kerry Kean “fast fingers” blues 12:30-2pm. 18TH ANNUAL KASLO JAZZ ETC. Summer Music Festival Kaslo Bay Park, www.kaslojazzfest.com jazztix@netidea. com 250-353-7577

AROUND TOWN Sat. Aug. 1 TOM NEMESIS at SpiritBar

Sun. Aug. 2 NIKKO PLAYS EVENINGS at Nelson’s live jazz venue, The Library Lounge, located in the historic Hume Hotel. INDUSTRY NIGHT Punk Rock, Bingo,Karaoke At Finley’s 9:00 p.m. 18TH ANNUAL KASLO JAZZ ETC. Summer Music Festival Kaslo Bay Park, www.kaslojazzfest.com jazztix@netidea.com 250-3537577

Mon. Aug. 3 BLUES JAM at the Royal on Baker 7 - 11 p.m. JAZZ DUO PETE Slevin and Adrian Wagner Cedar Creek Cafe, Winlaw.

Tues. Aug. 4

SARAH McGLYNN & RICH Rabnett live at The Librar y Lounge, in the Hume Hotel. 610 p.m.

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Wednesday

NEED INEXPENSIVE BIRTH CONTROL? Options for Sexual Health dropin 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 1-800611-5788. 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 250-5055583 WOMEN’S HOCKEY SCRIMMAGE at the old rink 8:30 - 9:30 p.m. $10 drop-in fee. Full equipment required. Info 250-3597036 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@ear thlobby.com or 250-352-3860. GLACIER HARMONIES Women’s Barbershop Chorus. All welcome at 7 p.m. to Baptist Church, 611-5th St. Nelson. Dorothy 352-7199 or Joey 352-3393

KOOTENAY SHAMBHALA MEDITATION CENTRE Public Meditation 12 a.m - 1 p.m. All welcome. 444 Baker St. www.nelsonbuddha.com

SAHAJ MARG group meditationplease phone: Eleanor 352-3366 or Sarah 354- 9496

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.

Sundays

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. Everyone 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 229-4343 for more details. KOOTENAY SHAMBHALA MEDITATION CENTRE Public Meditation 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. All welcome. 444 Baker St. www.nelsonbuddha.com

WINLAW FARMERS MARKET 10 a.m. -2 p.m. Vendors wanted For info 226-7862 or 226-7942 Opens May 31. NELSON RADIO CONTROL CLUB, RC car racing 10am most Sundays, (seasonal) private race track, also Rock Crawling and RC Heli Flying, contact jdnelsonrc@gmail. com WORSHIP SERVICES JOY BAPTIST CHURCH, 10 a.m., 11 a.m, 6:30 p.m., 560 Baker St, Suite #3, 825-4095. QUAKER MEETING 723 Ward, upstairs, 9:45. 3543859. 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 Service 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 3549496 CRAWFORD BAY SUNDAY Markets: July and August 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Crawford Bay Park. cbsundaymarket@live. ca or 250-227-9205/6806

Fridays

Saturdays

WILDERNESS SURVIVAL, HERBALISM and Stone Age Skills classes! Ongoing program. Children, teen, adult classes. 357-2822. A L C O H O L I C S ANONYMOUS Noon meeting at The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. THE NELSON SCRABBLE CLUB meets Saturday at 1 p.m. For further info. please call 250-5055583 NELSON CHESS CLUB meets ever y Sunday morning, all welcome. Seniors Hall, 777 Vernon St.

Sundays WILDERNESS SURVIVAL, HERBALISM and Stone Age Skills classes! Ongoing program. Children, teen, adult classes. 357-2822. KOOTENAY SHAMBHALA MEDITATION CENTRE Public Meditation 9 a.m. -- 12 p.m Mid-morning refreshments; come and go as you wish. All welcome. 444 Baker St. www.nelsonbuddha.com

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REGGAE MIX MONDAYS Hosted by DJ T.H.C. starting at 8 p.m. at the Royal on Baker. ALL AGES OPEN MIC every Tuesday at the CocoaNut Lounge. 6-10pm Hosted by Rob Funk LISTEN TO THE SWEET Sounds of Nikko ever y Tuesday at Fusion, on Baker Street. 7-10 p.m Open Mic Night Finley’s 9:30 p.m. start.

Wed. Aug. 5 HALL ST. FARMERS MARKET Scott Sassaman: r noon - 2 p.m. Accordians Anonymous 6-7:30 p.m..

Wed. July 29

THE TNT YOUNG COMPANY presents Neil Simon’s Fools, a very funny play about a village cursed with stupidity and the young teacher who falls in love and tries to break the spell. 7:30 pm until Saturday Aug 8 Tickets: $12 adults, $10 students at the door $5 preview Wednesday, July 29th.

Thurs. July 30 TOUCHSTONES NELSON: Painting The Town “Divine Jokes’ book signing. Kooteny Co-op; Friday July 31, 11AM till 1PM Ananda 8250116

Thurs. Aug. 6

New paintings by Carol Reynolds Artist talk 7 p.m.

SARAH NONI METZNERAT at Grand Forks Art Gallery with Hamburg, Germany’s Alin Coen and her band at 7 p.m.

CELEBRATING LORNA OBERMAYR Silverton Gallery opening 7 - 9 p.m.

Fri July 31

EVENTS

Fri July 31 “DIVINE JOKES’ book signing by author Ananda Z Prokopova. Kooteny Co-op; 11 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Sat. Aug. 1 18TH ANNUAL KASLO JAZZ Etc, Music Festival

Sun. Aug. 2 18TH ANNUAL KASLO JAZZ Etc, Music Festival

Art Showings NELSON ART WALK 2009 Ongoing until Sept 12 CASTLEGAR ART WALK , Ongoing until Aug 13th DO HOT SUMMER DAYS have you dreaming of snow? Local ski and mountian scenes in Watercolor by Sandra Irvine-Degroot. Now showing at Dancing Bear Inn until Sept. 7th CELEBRATING LORNA OBERMAYR a celebration of Lorna’s life and art in New Denver July 29 through Aug 7, 2009.

EVENTS

Thursdays

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.

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Mondays NELSON TABLE TENNIS CLUB. 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Blewett Elementary School when school is in session. 352-9547 or 352-5739 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.

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An unidentified child looked ready to climb the walls and swing from webs with his SpiderMan facepaint job at Marketfest on Friday, July 24.

Mondays

REDFISH BADMINTON Ages 15 to 90 Mon Thurs 6:30 p.m. $3 drop in. Call 229-4346 or 2294343 for more details.

Tuesdays

BAHA’I COMMUNITY OF NELSON Please join us for prayers and an introduction to the Baha’i faith 7 p.m 354-0944 DIAPER FREE BABY / ELIMINATION Communication Support Circle 4th Monday of each month 10 - 12 a.m. at The Family Place 312 Silica St. HERITAGE HARMONY Barbershop Chor us. Welcoming anyone! Tim 250-825-9694 or John 250352-6892

ACUPUNCTURE for ADDICTIONS Free drop-in clinic, 1:30 p.m. Located at 333 Victoria St, 2nd Floor. 5057248 DOES SOMEONE’S DRINKING� TROUBLE YOU? Meetings: Lunch Bunch at Noon and open meeting at ALL AGES OPEN MIC every Tuesday at the CocoaNut Lounge. 6-10 p.m. Hosted by Rob Funk YOUNG FELLOWS OFF BOOZE AA Meeting 8 p.m. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. AA TARRY ENG- RUSSIAN GROUP Brent Kennedy School, 7 p.m. Slocan Junction. PARENT & CHILD TIME at the Harrop Hall. 10 a.m. - 12 noon Information: Lesley 825-0140

MT. SENTINEL SCHOOL South Slocan Badminton Mon Wed 7:30 p.m. 3597610 KOOTENAY SHAMBHALA MEDITATION CENTRE Public Meditation 7 p.m. meditation instruction and practice. 8 p.m. talk and discussion 9 p.m. tea. All welcome. 444 Baker St. www.nelsonbuddha.com

Tuesdays

DOES SOMEONE YOU LOVE suffer from an Eating Disorder? Need Suppor t? Last Monday of the month 7-9 p.m. 352-9598 after 6 p.m. or mcsuzzie@hotmail. com for more info.

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Get the buzz on healing bug bites this summer Sitting outside and relaxing is one of the many joys of summer. It’s nice to listen to the sound of birds, crickets and . . . bzzzzzzz pesky bugs! Mosquitoes and other insects of the stinging or biting kind are an annoying reality of outdoor living. There are both venomous and non-venomous insects. Venomous insects include wasps,bees and ants that attack or defend themselves by injecting a poison or venom into you. Non-venomous insects include mosquitoes, flies, lice and fleas. The irritation felt from one of these insects is due to our body’s reaction to the insect’s saliva or anticoagulant that they inject. Venomous bites can cause allergic reactions with symptoms such as facial swelling, difficult breathing and shock. Generally, insects will only sting if they feel threatened. When stung by a bee, the bee’s stinger is left behind and a poison bag is emptied into our systems. The most important thing to do is get the stinger out as fast as possible so that the poison bag won’t completely empty. Icing a bee sting will help with the swelling. Applying vinegar or lemon can also relieve

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discomfort of a bee sting. If stung by a wasp, apply the cut side of an onion to the sting, which contains an enzyme that helps heal the sting. For the relief of mosquito bites calamine lotion works well. Rubbing the inside of a banana peel can also relieve the itch. To prevent bug bites you can make your own natural bug repellent by adding 10 drops of an essential oil such as basil, eucalyptus,cloves, geranium, peppermint, rosemary or lemon balm with two tablespoons of vegetable oil. If you enjoy garlic you’re in luck because eating lots of garlic naturally repels bugs.

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

B O DY 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 Diana Malone, R.TCM.P .............................................. 354-2982 Shauna Robertson, Reg. Acupuncturist ..................... 352-2167

Art Therapy

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

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

Chiropractic

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

Coaching

Richard Klein, Stress Reduction Coach .................... 352-3280 Shayla Wright certified coach/mentor .................... 352-7908 Symbols Way-finding your answers. Raya Kelson .505-5004 Hydrotherapy, Detoxification, Nutrition, U.Devine .. 352-6419

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Ice, vinegar or lemon can help relieve the pain of a bee sting.

Counselling & Consultation

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 Gail Novack, MEd. Counselling, Grief & Loss .............505-3781

Feldenkrais Method

Feldenkrais Works! Susan Grimble, 30 yrs exp...... 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 healing potential www.quantumtouch.com ...................... 505-5004

Homeopathy

Barbara Gosney CCH RS Hom Cdn 12 yrs. exp......354-1180

Hypnotherapy

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

Massage Services

A Touch Of Aloha, Lomi, Cranio, Reflexology .................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 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

Pilates

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

Registered Massage Therapists

Wendy Romanyshyn, RMT at Back In Motion ........ 352-0075

Reflexology

Mountain Waters Spa, 205 Victoria St ..........................352-3280

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 Nelson’s Aveda Concept SalonSpa Shalimar Health Spa, Voted Nelson’s Best Spa ..... 354-4408

Yoga

Om Yoga 3067 Heddle Road 6-Mile, Nelson.............825-0011

NATURAL, ORGANIC FOODS & PRODUCTS SINCE 1975 Open 8:00 - 7:00 Mon. to Sat. 295 Baker Street, Nelson 354-4077 www.kootenay.coop

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THE HEALTH PAGES If you are a breastfeeding mom, you may have noticed your baby’s need to feed is ramping up these days. Babies meet their fluid needs in the summer by breastfeeding more often, sometimes for shorter periods of time. Choosing to feed more frequently and for less time is your baby’s way of staying hydrated. By feeding this way, your baby gets more

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of your front milk which is slightly lower in fat and calories, providing her with the extra fluid she needs in the heat and the right amount of energy to grow. Until babies are six months old and eating solid foods, they don’t need any water. In fact, it is possible for infants to drink too much water and suffer “water intoxication,” a serious condition that occurs

when the electrolytes in the blood become so diluted that the body doesn’t function properly. Feed your baby breastmilk or formula when she shows signs of hunger or thirst and stop when she shows signs of fullness. If your baby is eating some solid foods, she can have small amounts of water in a cup as well as breastmilk or formula.

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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d ro p - i n c l a s s e s a n d eve n ts 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. BELLYFIT FUSION FITNESS 7 - 8 p.m. at the Moving Centre. Call Heather, 354-0492. KOOTENAI PILATES CENTRE 8:15 a.m. Reformer 12 noon Mat Work - Fundamentals 5 p.m. Mat Work - Intermediate/Advanced 6:15 p.m. Reformer 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 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 8: 45 Mat Work - Fundamentals 10:30 a.m. Reformer 12 noon Mat Work - Experienced Beginner 12 noon Reformer 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 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

Fridays (continued) 6 - 7:45 p.m. Adult Class 213C Baker St. 250-352-3935 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 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 KOOTENAI PILATES CENTRE 8:15 a.m. Reformer 12 noon Mat Work - Fundamentals 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

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Briefly Edible, medicinal and useful plants class and stone age fire-making workshops

Saturday, Aug. 1, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 2, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., location to be announced All of our needs of food, clothing, shelter, rope, fire, bedding, containers, medicine and even toys can be met through the knowledge of plants, says workshop organizer Chris Morasky. He will teach which plant makes the best toothbrush, the plant to use to stop bleeding or heal bruises and even sample a plant that tastes like licorice. Cost is $40 and children under 12 get in for free (must be accompanied by an adult). Wear comfortable shoes, a knife, water and lunch On Sunday, participants will learn to start fires using three Stone Age techniques. This class costs $40. Camp director Chris Morasky has been teaching ancient skills for over 20 years. For more information, contact Morasky at 357-2822 or email chrismorasky@netidea. com.

Edible garden tour seeks gardens

Tour runs Saturday, Aug. 22, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. around Nelson Organizers of this tour want to give people a chance to see the “edible spaces” and the gardeners that make them in Nelson. People who want to take part should put a large display sign up in a visible location that says “Edible Garden.” People do not need to be a master gardener to participate. Fruit trees, vegetable gardens, nut bushes, rooftop gardens and making the most out of hard-to-use areas all qualify. This is a self-guided tour. Organizers encourage people to wander Nelson’s streets and alleys and visit neighbours. For a partial list of participating gardens, or to register a garden go to www.gyos.ca, click on community and then events and send an email or call Valerie at 3540956. A map of registered locations will be available at the Kootenay Country Store Cooperative starting on Thursday, Aug. 20.

The EXPRESS is Read Everywhere, even in Mexico

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 8:45 a.m. Mat Work -Fundamentals 10:30 a.m. Reformer 12 noon Mat Work - Experienced Beginner 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 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

Corey Epp and Lisa Chernoff began their new life as husband and wife. They shared their wedding with family & friends at the Mayan Riviera, Mexico. Going somewhere? Send us a photograph of you with your Express in a far away land. Whether it’s Trail or Timbuktoo, your community wants to know where you are and what you are doing. Send your 50 words and photo to: EXPRESS Community Newspaper, 554 Ward Street, Nelson, BC, V1L 1S9, or email us at express@expressnews.bc.ca.

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Announcements WEST KOOTENAY WOMENÍS Association Fundraising position open. Cut off date for Applicants August 12. 6 month Contract for 8 to 10 hrs per week. Please see Job Description at www.nelsonwomenscentre.com or contact Pam at 250-505-3230. Resume by mail or drop off only WKWA-420 Mill St, Nelson, BC V1L 4R9 KICS.BC.CA ANNOUNCES AGM May 11, 6:30 pm Hume Hotel, Emporium Room, public welcome. Visit www.kics. bc.ca for information on website hosting and email for nonprofits and businesses. 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.

Art QUILTING PARTIES/WORKSHOPS: BRIDAL showers, baby showers, birthdays, anniversaries, any occasion. Create a unique collaborative quilt with your friends and family. Contemporary and co-created designs. Instruction available to small groups of all levels with professional quilt artist. Leah Weinstein 354-3597 www.leahweinstein.com

Business Ops LOOKING FOR A homebased business with low start up cost and amazing potential? Xocal the healthy chocolate is a solution for many health problems. Janet 354-3152, henderjan@hotmail. com METALINE FALLS, USA (closest US town to Nelson) Storage units available. UPS/Fedex deliveries, cardboard recycling, garbage disposal, wi-fi, 24hrs, washroom.(250)352-3860 NEED MORE MONEY? Want a career? Work from home! We train you! Check out the Freedom Project! www.judys-minioffice.com REACH OVER 11 million readers through Community Classifieds. No obligation quote! ads@bccommunitynews.com or 1-866-669-9222. OPPORTUNITY BUSINESS CONSULTING! Todays financial crisis has created intense demand for our services. We are a Turnaround/Restructuring consultancy. Our associates are changing their lives while earning 100K+. We need help filling the demand. Call us now #604569-3184 X103 or visit our website www. phoenixall

Careers ONLINE, ACCREDITED, WEBDESIGN TRAINING, available for persons facing challenges to employment, administered by the Canadian Society for Social Development. Visit: http:// www.ibde.ca/signup. Space limited Apply today!

Career Training MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION TRAINING. On-line learning with great employment opportunities: both athome and on-site. Financing may be available. Contact CanScribe today for additional information. 1-800-466-1535 or www.canscribe.com.

Children BICYCLE CHILD CARRIER. Holds children up to 40 lbs. Excellent condition. $25 250352-7402 FISHER PRICE AQUARIUM cradle swing. Excellent condition. $70.00 (250)352-0955. LITTLE TYKES CHILDRENS red plastic wagon, seats two kids, long handle, easy puling, $40 229-4415. GRACO JOGGER STROLLER with car seat and base. Excellent condition, one child only. $60 229-2167 TWO PAIRS YOUTH climbing shoes. Saltic Mambas: size 6 Scarpa Climbing shoes: size 5 - 5.5 CALL 250-505-2036

Computers EXCELLENT RUNNING EMAC (White) 700 MHZ PowerPC G4 1 GB SDRAM 40 Gig Hardrive $250.00 obo Cary 250-5056282 MACBOOK PRO - 2.2GHz/2GB RAM/125GB HD fully loaded, like new + ipod nano 8GB. $1450 OBO 250.352.1806 HC-S (HOME COMPUTING Solutions) Offering reliable and competitively priced PC Support & Computer skills training. From Hardware to Network we come to you’No Solution NO FEE’ Tel#250-505-4940 E-mail hcs@live.ca

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Education TRAIN TO BE AN APARTMENT/ Condominium Manager from home. Jobs registered across Canada! Thousands of grads working. Government registered. 29 years of success. Information: www.RMTI.ca or 1-800-665-8339, 604681-5456.

Employment Ops LUK PLUMBING & ÊHeating Ltd. in Kindersley, Sask looking for 3rd & 4th yr journey person plumbers, and sheet metal workers. Competitive wages & Êbenefits. Fax 306-463-2635 or office@lukplumbing.com. MOTORCYCLE INSTRUCTOR NEEDED for Fairview Campus, GPRC. Fax: 780-539-2854 or email: humanresources@gprc.ab.ca.

Help Wanted GOT AN HOUR? Our Daily Bread needs volunteer help Friday mornings 9-1! 250-352-7700 for details LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED baker, Mondays 8hrs. Please forward resume to frog.peak. cafe@hotmail.com or call 250-3597261(9-5) WEST KOOTENAY WOMEN’S Association: Fundraising position open. Cut off date for applicants, August 12th. 6 month contract for 8 to 10 hrs/week. Please see job description at www.nelsonwomenscentre.com or contact Pam at 250505-3230. Resume by mail or drop off only. WKWA, 420 Mill St., Nelson BC, V1L 4R9 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-NOWPARDON (1-866-972-7366). www. RemoveYourRecord.com.

Misc. For Sale

COMPUTER- COMPAQ 200GB. Office 2007. Flat screen. 3 years old. Great for a student! $400 OBO. 509-1345

19” TV $15 white Ikea bookcase $15 chrome/cane chair $10 several framed vintage prints 352-3014 TWO LOCALLY MADE satin dresses, worn once each. one is white with spaghetti straps and a plunge back, full skirt (not poofy),$100. the other has a cream bodice, strapless, and a six color paneled skirt, $150. they were made for me and will fit someone of similar size: 5’1” 110lbs, chest 32”. they are languishing in my closet, TAKING OFFERS! jennie 354-7812 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 1-866-884-7464. SAWMILLS FROM ONLY $3,495.00 - Convert your LOGS TO VALUABLE LUMBER with your own Norwood portable band sawmill. Log skidders also available. www.norwoodsawmills. ca/400t - FREE Information: 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT. PARK MODEL FOR SALE. Woodland Park, 2 bedroom, 530 Square feet, Fully furnished, all appliances. Highest quality Park Model you can buy. New price $81,000 - sacrifice for $58,650. Call Nick @ 1-306-861-9834 or email nick.c@accesscomm.ca.

INDUSTRIAL 5 THREAD Juki MO-2500 serger for sale. Excellent condition. As is. Sorry, no delivery. $1500.00 VIBERG STEEL-TOED BOOT, size 9.5 vibram sole, worn 12 times, $150 551-5639 FORTRESS 2000 ELECTRONIC scooter, like new. New batteries $2000 obo 354-3847 $500$ LOAN SERVICE, by phone, no BUNK BED, ROYAL blue tubular credit refused, quick and easy, payable frame. Lower converts to futon over 6 or 12 installments. Toll Free: 1couch, single up top. $200 352877-776-1660. 6120 SHAMBHALA TICKET: FIRST $225 takes it. Call (250)505-7709, please lv. msg NELSON OUTDOOR MARKETS PANASONIC AIR CONDITIONER 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Live music, fresh 10000 btus $100 825-9670 produce, artisan wares. Wednesdays: POTTERS WHEEL (SMALL) Hall Street Market at Rec for home use. Includes clay and Complex, Saturdays: Cottonwood tools. Offer open, 352-9788 after Outdoor Market at Cottonwood Aug 4. Falls Park. Vendors: 354-1909, 6 PERSON BEACHCOMBER hot tub WASHER & DRYER $400.00 pornelsonoutdoormkts@gmail.com needs work $400. 2 wooden captain tapotti $75.00 GRAND FORKS CHERRIES Sweet, chairs $35.00 each. 250-352-9847 2 BIKE SWAGMAN bike rack, tree-ripened Lapins $2.00lb. Nelson KENMORE WASHER, HEAVYperfect for car or truck, as new Farmersí Market Wednesdays & DUTY, extra-capacity, white, excelcondition, $75 O.B.O. 352-2791 Saturdays, Castlegar Farmers Market lent condition, $100. (250)357-9457 Saturdays. Grand Forks Farms, 6015 CAR SUBWOOFER TUBE, Pyle, (Ymir) Spencer Road, Terry & Val Rilkoff 400w, $75, Sony Xplod speakers, VINYL SLIDING GLASS door 250-442-3514 220w, $50, both like new. 25060”X80” and Two windows 65”X75”. 352-6154 Never installed. Call 551-7245 27” COLOR TUBE TV, Excellent FOR SALE: DOUBLE laundry tub Condition (call for details), Asking 23 1/2 x 45 1/2”. Excellent condition. $50.00, Call Scott 250-825-4570 BEAUTIFUL, SIAMESE/RAGDOLL $50. 359-7163 N.M., 2yrs.to a good home,250 352 NINTENDO WII WITH two conUNABLE TO COMPOST? Bring 9566 trollers, numchuk and wii sports, it to me. Good soil in exchange. 250$ obo, 1-250-359-2957 1 PROPANE AND 1 electric pottery Walking distance preferred. kiln (need work) 229-4069 ALUMINUM BOAT TRAILER (fits martinlane@hotmail.com 12’ well) winch, new tires $650 obo 352-3048 before 8pm WASHER DRYER IN good condiSQUARE GATHERING TABLE, solid tion, white, $250. Ph John 352RESPONSIBLE HONEST wood, 8 upholstered chairs 24î high. 1204 EMPLOYED female will care for your Nearly new. $800. Duncan Phyfe WASHER AND DRYER for sale home, pets and garden. 6 yrs experistyle drop leaf table and 6 chairs. work well. $180.00 for both call ence. 354-3677 $500. Girlís bedroom suite $200 250250-352-4685 352-3933 FALL BLOOMING CROCUS MEDI-LIFT CHAIR. USED approxibulbs (saffron) mauve colour, .25 mately 6 months. Large size. Good - $1, depending on size. 352LOST CANON DIGITAL camera in an Condition. Will deliver. $700obo. 2266762 orange wool bag late may early june 6796 THERMAREST: 5.6”, NEW 505-3272 RED METAL BUNKBED, twin over $75, pneumatic socker set, 3/8CAMERA, CANON SURESHOT, twin, with sturdy ladder. $100 obo. 15/16,$25m, auto soy, rice,tofu found on road to Mt. Gimli, Valhalla Phone 250 352-9820 maker $200 250-354-7954 Park. call 354-2968 to claim MID CENTURY couch, cof�� DANISH �� STEREO AMPLIFIER $50, fee, dining tables. Fabrics, prints/ FOUND: SET OF oars at Six Miles Sansui speakers $50, microwave � �� frames, ikea furn. Home accents and Lakes. Contact colonel@bluesharp. stand $35, office chair $30, fridge more. $20-$800. (250)352-2693 ca or leave message at 250-352$150 250-359-7756 �� 2349 HAND KNOTTED PERSIAN Bokara rug, 4’2”$69, runner 10’2” LOST: PRESCRIPTION $350, 9’8” $250 354-9379 SUNGLASSES in Guess hard case, �� MOVING SALE AUG 1&2 313 Sixth CHEST FREEZER 20-23 cu. ft. grey and back, behind NDCU. Call St behind LVR, off View St. Kids Older but works well $125.00 obo 403-505-5272 stuff: books, clothes & toys. Leather Phone 352-3046 FOUND - SUBVERT Trek bike at 12 love seat, king matress, stereo, solid FULL SIZE BARBEQUE with Mile near Crescent Beach Resort. info �� wood end tables, gliding rocking chair propane tank, ignition but250-825-4693 & more. Willing to sell furniture ASAP. ton works. $50.00 o.b.o. call Call Mel @ 352-5044 MISSING FROM FAIRVIEW home (250)825-4411 lt. blue “Daisy” kids bike. Sad girl. SEWER DREAM MACHINE. Please return no questions asked. Pfaff 2140 sewing and embroi352-6409 dery machine. Asking $2200.00 250-505-2054 ONE ELIPTICAL EXERCISE Machine, almost new. $125 Firm. WELL MADE ARTIST desk 250-365-0165 with roll out drawers. Sacrifice at $300.00. Pics upon request LOOK GREAT FEEL great. LOSE 1990 PONTIAC TRANSPORT 250-505-2054 WEIGHT. RESULTS GUARANTEED Van $600.00 Apt.washer and dryer Get a FREE info kit & no-obligation conJUST LIKE NEW bike for teens $60, used $160.00 sm.woodstove $150.00 352men’s mountain bike, $80. 359-8103 sultation. Sign up today, SAVE $200. 0746 after 6pm. 509-0863 Call Herbal Magic 1-800-926-4363. BRAND NEW MAYTAG, air conditioner XBOX360 2CONTROLLERS $95, Kenmore canister vaccuum with 9GAMES including Halo3, C.O.D.4 accessories, almost new $175 250and NFS Under Cover $300obo 250229-4491 352-0109 ask for Josiah COMPUTER TUTOR NEEDED WILTON CAKE PANS, $5 each. 30” ELECTRIC STOVE - self cleanfor lady with iMac/osx10.4. Mostly Contact Susan at 250-226-7751 ing oven, very good condition, �� basic stuff. Fairview 250-352 1140 or susanwilson@columbiawirel manual, broiler pan. $100.00,OBO ess.ca for complete list. �� 250-229-2204 ESPRESSO MACHINE CONTI �� WHITE VANITY 48” new white Xeos, dual head, fully automatAmerican Standard basin and ic, chrome/red, used 6 months, �� chrome single lever faucet. first $125. paid $7500, asking $3500 5517747 551-3833

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Employment Opportunities Carpenter Foremen Experienced Construction Labourers Masonry Subcontractor for Cement Block Work IDL Projects Inc. is a rapidly growing, progressive construction company. We are currently seeking qualied applicants for employment specically for projects involving carpentry, concrete and underground pipework based in the Ft. Nelson area. If you possess the following qualications � Initiative to assess and carry out assigned tasks safely and efciently � Ability to work in a team oriented environment � Self Motivated Please submit resumes either by: Fax to: (250) 649-0581 Or Apply Online at www.idlprojects.com Reference to “Construction Work in Ft. Nelson Area” Attention: Sandi Longhurst Human Resources Manager, IDL Projects Inc *Please no phone calls*

We thank all applicants; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

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Misc. Wanted ONE GALLON JUICE jugs. 226-7918 IN NEED OF an ankle weight please call 250 505 5754 LOVING MUSICAL HOME looking to adopt a drum kit. Call Khelin at 250226-7393 STATIONARY EXERCISE BIKE in good shape, 7 cu. feet freezer call 250 2295673 WANTED: OLD BARN wood to make crates, free or cheap, will pick up, 226-7062 WANTED : 4X4 Truck with plow. Reasonable shape and price. Call Andrew 250-357-2276 WANTED: FLAT DECK for Ford F150 call 505-2725 EXTERIOR DOOR WITH large window, good condition, max size 33 x 80 call Christine 505-1108 120 SHEETS OF plywood, 2000’ of 4” pipe, 1200 sheets of foam, 6 windows and woodstove 359-6669 BUS WANTED, CAMPERIZED or not. 250 352-5663 CLEAN SOFTWOOD SAVINGS or coarse saw dust for poultry. Will pick up. 825-4141 isteffler@shaw.ca

Music & Dance VERY GOOD FULL size violin, stand, music etc $1200 352-9596 CD & DVD DUPLICATION, direct to disc printing and graphic design located in Nelson: www.shortyburns.com 352BURN(2876) A. B. CHASE upright grand piano with bench. Excellent condition. Recently tuned. $1000 250-551-1046 PIANO MASON& RISCH: good condition c/w bench, lamp and sheet music $950 obo (250)505-5583 FENDER STRATOCASTER, HIGH end setup, plays like dream, Laney amp and pocket pod, $800. 250-777-0999 OLDER GIBSON J-45 converted to left hand $1650 352-2434

Other 02 TOYOTA TUNDRA 180k Leather. Rolled this winter. Asking 6k obo. 354-8954 Ia

Pets & Livestock RABBITS (NEW ZEALAND Whites) and Laying Hens for Sale Catherine 354-7209

Classiﬁeds Pets & Livestock HALTER-BROKE GILDED LLAMA $100 ,animal weight scale $300 ,large meat smoker, sheep hides 355-2269 3 YR OLD gelding for sale. Big trot, smooth canter. Quiet disposition, great prospect. 250-357-2276 BEAUTIFUL AND CUDDLY female cat needs a new home, through no fault of her own. 250-551-1116 PUREBRED REG’D PITBULL puppies. Old family rednose bloodline, only a few available. Serious enquiries. 250-226-6833

Personals FIND OUT WHY National Advertisers use Community Classifieds. Get noticed! ads@bccommunitynews.com or 1-866-669-9222. DATING SERVICE. LONG-TERM/ SHORT-TERM Relationships, free calls. 1-877-297-9883. Exchange voice messages, voice mailboxes. 1-888534-6984. Live adult casual conversations-1on1, 1-866-311-9640, Meet on chat-lines. Local Single Ladies.1-877804-5381(18+). DENIED CANADA PENSION PLAN DISABILITY BENEFITS? The Disability Claims Advocacy Clinic can help. Call Allison Schmidt at 1-877-793-3222. www.saskadvocate.com.

Services MAN WITH TRUCK demo, cleanup, new construction, concrete, decks, good rates Call Mike 250-352-2889 or 250-354-7378

July 29, 2009

Toys & Wheels

Services

Sports Equip.

ORCA TRUCK FOR HIRE. Will do dump runs, moving, etc. Patrick 5050612

ROCKY MOUNTAIN FUSION kids bike good condition $125 825-9670 2009 DEVINCI HECTIK 2. Mint, never used. $3000 obo kmedig@hotmail. com or 250-825-4552 NECKY SIT-UPON KAYAK with rudder, blue. 1-800-386-5474. Leave name and number 2009 SANTA CRUZ Bullit (Medium). Barely Ridden. Full Warranty. Free year service. $2950 OBO. Anita 3526452 FANTASTIC PAIR OF Sims bindings and a hardly worn pair of women’s size 6 Reichle snowboard boots, i would be delighted by $75 each, or $100 for both, and i am taking offers. jennie 354-7812

MENDING, ALTERATIONS, CUSTOM sewing. Bring it to Nelson Sewing Solutions 542 Baker St. Tue-Thurs 10-6. 250354-1322 DAVADEC INTERIOR & EXTERIOR Decorating: wall papering and wall coverings, painting, spraying, varnish & lacquering, drywall repair, tiling and more for all your needs, single room to complete renovation. Colour consultation, free estimates. Friendly, reliable and professional service. ‘English Dave’ at 509-0367 of 505-1141 LOREN MAZEREEUW FINE WOODWORKING MAZWOODWORKING.COM (250) 509-1106 Custom: Stairs, Mantels, Cabinetry, Built-ins

Spirituality YOGA & MEDITATION August 7, 8, 9 Nelson & Kaslo: Make a direct connection to spirit in the material world with this 5-session series entitled, Descent Into Consciousness: Awakening the Light Body. Guest facilitator Paul Larmer. Pre-registration required. www.homesanctuary. ca 403-238-8804

Wanted FAST CA$H FOR YOUR SCRAP GOLD! Top Prices Paid. BBB accredited member. Satisfaction guaranteed. Call 1-877-446-5357 or visit: cashforgoldcanada.com to order your free kit.

Work Wanted ODD JOBS AROUND THE house. Carpentry repairs, painting, etc. Reliable - prompt - cheap ! Brant 250-352-0991 JUNK TO THE DUMP weedwacking and hedges CALL ME NOW 250-352-3871 I’LL DO IT NEED HELP FIXING up place? Free labour in exchange for a place to rent! June 250-226-7184 LANDSCAPING OR OUTDOOR labour. Reliable and efficient. Call Leah 250-505-6695

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1970 CHEVELLE 4 door V8-307, automatic. Runs fine. $1500. View at gas station, Slocan City. 355-2988 1994 THUNDERBIRD, 170,000 kilometers, v6 automatic, lots of options. $1800.00 ray at 253-9997 or 3548820 1988 TOYOTA COROLLA wagon, rusty, 400,000km, runs well. Needs work to pass BC inspection. $400 357-9602 ‘94 SUZUKI SIDEKICK, 4door, 4WD, 5 speed, extra winter tires. 200K km. Excellent condition. $5,400. 250-3597772 NEED A VEHICLE? Need cash? Up to $6000. cash back! Guaranteed approvals! Over 400 vehicles to choose from. Call Will or Ashley today! 1-888-289-8935. GOOD CREDIT, BAD CREDIT. When the Bank says NO! We say YES! Apply on line: www.flagautofinance.ca. Free credit card with every approved auto loan. 1-888-583-0718.

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CAL 2-25 SAILBOAT: Very nice boat, sleeps 5, 8 hp yanmar diesel, ready to go. $10,750. 250-505-5305 SAILBOAT 23’, SLEEPS 4, fully camperised, catch the wind, great for lake $6900. 250-2294939 26’ 1979 REINELL 264 Cabin Cruiser Twin Merc 120s. Legs serviced, new props. $6500 229-2167 28FT MAXUM CRUISER, sleeps 6, full kitchen/bath, 7.4 litre 454 merc, 9.9 kicker, trailer $29,900 354-0420 14 FT FIBERGLASS, 50 h.p., trailer and new wheels, engine runs but needs work $200 551-5639

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1986 2WD TOYOTA Tercel Wagon, runs great, great shape, winters on rims, $1000 obo, 359-7248 2002 SUBARU IMPREZA 4dr hatchback. A/C, 5spd, stereo, 2 sets tires, 108,000km. $12,500 obo 250-5057645 1992 SUBARU LEGACY 4dr automatic AWD 182,000 kms, runs great, $2400.00 obo 352-5539 after 6pm 87 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER mini-van, fair condition. $550.00. 250-3527193 2004 SUBARU FORESTER AWD w/ roof rack, hidden hitch & 4 bike rack $13,800 obo 250-226-6775 SUPER-LIGHT CAMPER FOR small 1972 BMW 2002 series 4 speed, truck. 3-burner stove, sink, furnace. excellent condition, $4500. Matthew No leaks, good condition. $750obo. 551-1371 (250)505-6600 1996 VW GOLF MKIII, many 1998 COLEMAN RIO Tent Trailer, upgrades, 5 speed, winter & sumfridge/furnace/stove, outside shower, mers, black. Call 505-4540. 5500 front storage, roomy, sleeps 6-8. OBO $4800.00. 250-229-4238. 2002 FORD FOCUS-VERY well WANTED, RV OR TRAILER with a maintained, 158000 km, includes truck, with a possibility of renting to winter tires on rims, $4600, call 352own. (250)777-0825 2194. RX20 DOD.GE 5 speed excellent 1978 FLEETWING CHEVY Van 30 condition, 124 000 kms sport model motor home. 66337miles, no rust, 250-352-6931 new tires, interior in great condition. 8’ wide x 20’ long. Hasn’t been run since CONVERTIBLE SAAB 900 Turbo Oct. 2002 and needs full tune up and SPG 1989, red 200,000 km, auto. fluid flush. All working appliances and $3500 obo Ph.#250-825-4260 features, sleeps 6. This is a fantastic 1999 SUZUKI ESTEEM Wagon, 4 dr, motor home in excellent condition 5 sp, new clutch, economical, clean, with only minor maintenance needed well maintained, very reliable: $2,300 to get it running. Asking $4700, OBO. OBO, 250-505-5302 Jennie 354-7812 2003 VW JETTA DIESEL 60MPG, Exceptional mileage AC HS 193,000km. $14,200. Call after 6pm 229-4471 ‘95 YAMAHA VIRAGO -excellent 1968 GMC HEAVY Half red/orange, cond- $3450 ‘03 Chilkoot Pathfinder $18,000. 250-355-2370 after 6 p.m. rebuilt, low km $7900 Andy 250-5511992 HONDA CIVIC DX hatch0927 back, teal, high miles, needs some 1999 SUZUKI DR350, dual purpose brake work. Winter tires $1200 MC, 16k, new tires,clean bike. $3800. kmedig@hotmail.com or 250-825250-825-4553 pls leave msg. 4552 ULTIMATE MX HAULER, unused, 95 OLDS ROYALE for trade wanted cost $490 new, carry 375 lb $395obo, small extendedcab truck or suv 250 2” hitch. contact jdnelsonrc@gmail. 358 7262 com Sudoku Difficulty Level - Medium COROLLA LE Classic body Sudoku Classic1990 TOYOTA Difficulty Level - Easy sk9E000058 4 ATV TIRES, 26x8x12 and 26x10x12, excellent / mechanically needs some Carlisle ACT Radial, 0.75” tread depth, work / only 220kils $2200 OBO used 200miles, $250 250-359-6970 250.354.0282 2006 HONDA CRF250R $5900 & 1984 HONDA CIVIC parts car includ2002 xr50 $1100, dirt bikes, VERY ing winter tires on rims. 399-4741 low hours, many extras. 250-35291 AND 93 Sunbirds for sale $300. 3526 for both. 226-6783

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Trucks/SUVs/ Vans 1999 GMC SAFARI. Service records available. 172,000 kms. W/S tires on rims. $3500 OBO 250-352-5666 1992 DODGE FULL window van 3/4 ton $995.00 250-354-4782 1990 GMC AUTOMATIC 4x4, 3/4 tonne heavy duty, runs great, body fair. Great work truck. 352-9951 1992 DODGE FULL window van 3/4 ton $995.00 250-354-4782 1981 VOLKSWAGEN WESTPHALIA full camper, california car very original, automatic new engine $7900.00 3541272 2007 NISSAN FRONTIER 4x4 crew, 43,000Km. Long box with canopy. $27,895,Extended warranty until 160,000km 250-359-6981 91 NISSAN PATHFINDER. New tires, some rust. $2000 obo. 250-354-7892. 1990 JEEP CHEROKEE-186K Good shape, runs well, little rust, recent parts. Needs front u-joint and rear wheel cylinder. $600 505-3801 4 X 4 1996 Ford F150 Inline 6 Standard transmission 225,000kms Driver airbag Power steering MP3/CD/Radio $3,500 250-825-9576 1990 TOYOTA 4RUNNER 4x4. New rebuilt engine, 4door, black, standard, awesome tires, new stereo $5000 250352-2216 1991 JEEP YJ 200,000km, standard, hard top, 4 cylinder, 5 speed, summer/winter tires, stereo $2550 441-7325930 2007 TOYOTA FJ Cruiser 4x4, blue/ white color, only 8000km, winter tires/r, undercoated. $33,000 ph: 505-2060 1996 TOYOTA PREVIA VAN, 2nd owner, 236,000k’s, excellent cond. winter tire set, CD player $6,100 obo Call 825 2488 2004 DODGE RAM 1500 Larimie, Quad cab leather 4x4 gun metal grey $15775 call 250-367-7346 1982 VW WESTFALIA full camper water cooled diesel with re-installed engine. Stove/sink/fridge/2 beds. $5800obo 250-226-6775 1991 sk9M000060 TOYOTA 4X4 truck, looks/runs great! New paint, canopy, fully loaded, stereo, sunroof $6500 obo 357-9602 VINTAGE FORD CAMPER Van Re-built Transmition, Body in good shape, runs well. $950.00 OBO 250352-0416

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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 250354-8409 NELSON CONDO FOR SALE 1 bdrm + den prime central location Inquiries (250) 5055583 SLOCAN VALLEY HOME under $200,000. Winlaw, .65 acre, 2 bdrm, close to bus, school, creek. 250-227-9552. PRIVATE, SERENE & charming 3 acres with cozy mobile home near Nelson, many recent upgrades. By owner, 187,000 250-359-8280 GEORGEOUS CRESCENT VALLEY House. 2600 sqft. 3 bed, 3 bath, detatched garage, private, fenced, landscaped. $499,000 www.cvhouse. vpweb.com IS YOUR HOUSE too small? mine’s too big for me. 4bdrm, near LVR, 50’lot. Want to talk trade? 250-505-5233 TOWNHOUSE FOR SALE: 3 BR, 11/2 bath, fridge, stove stacking washer and dryer, dishwasher. New roof, windows, hot water tank, off street parking, heated shop at rear. Minutes from downtown, close to bus stop. Asking $210,000. Phone: 250-352-2247.

REPOSSESSED PRE-FAB HOMES! !!SAVE 50%+++!!! Canadian Manufacturers USA Downturn Order Cancellations. Brand New 1260SF Pre-Engineered Package originally $29,950.00, Factory blowout liquidation $14,975.00!!! Other sizes - sacrifice prices! GREEN-R-PANEL Building Systems: 1-800-871-7089. Immediate/ fall/spring 2010 delivery available! LAC LA HACHE 28 ACRES bordering Crown land, 4Bed, 3Bath, creek, pond, heated pool, guest cabin, workshop, natural gas. Reduced to $479,000. For pictures email mccrea@bcwireless.com or 250-396-4688.

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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 : 250-551-3015 RESPONSIBLE, RESPECTFUL WHOLESALE TIMESHARES - 60YOUNG mom w/one adorable toddler 80% off Retail! Qualified Buyers seeks one-br apt., $600 range, Aug.- Only! Call for Free InfoPack! 1- �� Sept. References. (250)354-7059. 800-597-9347. www.holidaygroup. � RESPONSIBLE NON-SMOKING com/bcn. COUPLE seeking place to rent in FUTURE STEEL BUILDINGS �� Nelson for September or October. Durable, Dependable, Pre-engi250-715-6962 neered, All-Steel Structures. MATURE GARDENER, CONSIDER Custom-made to suit your needs �� trade for room, no dependents, semi and requirements. Factory-Direct retired grandpa, required ASAP, 250-505- affordable prices. Call 1-800-6685506 Al. 8653 ext. 170 for free brochure. �� RESPONSIBLE, PROFESSIONAL STEEL BUILDING SALE!... �� INDIVIDUAL with pets seeking quiet Canadian manufacturer since �� rental house/suite in or around Nelson 1980. Easy do-it-yourself conarea 250.226.7829 struction. Permanent, tempo�� NEEDED ASAP: PLACE to park 21ft. rary or portable. 25X40 $5,990. motor home with hydro hook up and 30X50 $9,480. 35X60 $9,990. © 2005 www.puzzle.tv www.valusoft.com �� 40X80 $15,600. 50x120 $29,900. washroom, until Sept. 30. mon and Ends optional. OTHERS! 1daughter, working professionals. Can help �� Generated by Ultimate Sudoku - all you need to create with yard work etc. or pay by the month. 800-668-5422. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers. Nelson area. Deanna 250-505-2601

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BEAUTIFUL FURNISHED 1 bdrm MATURE NS/NON-PARTIER suite on lake at 1 Mile. All inclusive: ATTENDING ACOS looking for one bedW/D T/V, internet, N/S, N/P, Sept., room suite/apt/townhouse. Reference 354-4485 available. Cole 403-877-9120. LOWER FAIRVIEW 1BDRM condo. Senior Oriented. 950 sq. 2 QUIET STUDENTS requires a 2 bdrm ft. Underground Parking. NS/NP. place Sept.1. Preferably close to Selkirk $1,000.00 per mon. . 250-352-6911. Collage. Great references. 250-420-1617 2 BEDROOM CHALET style house. 6Mile area. Stunning lake & mountain views 1.2 acre private yard. Big lawn. MOM W/ SECURE income needs affordBright kitchen. Soaker tub. Large deck able housing. Can help with renos, on with awesome view. Wood stove & e.i.4summer. June 250-226-7184. electric heat. Laundry. storage, ample parking. Pets negotiable. $1200/month PAMELA, TIMOTHY & Cat seeking + portion utilities 825-4088 affordable home & yard. Clean, handy, FURNISHED STUDENT ROOM non-partiers, employed, friendly. Call us available for sept. Private bathroom, 509-0418 internet,W/D,all utilities incl. $ 500/ month. females,NS only 352-3365 HELP!! WE ARE displaced after house DOWNTOWN HERITAGE fire. Need permanent housing for my BACHELORETTE STE. Incl.: Utilities, family! Alix 250-352-7706. Furn., Private. Clean, quiet, vegetarian only. NP/NS! $749/mo. 352-7369. SMALL 2 BEDROOM house, Near Slocan City, wood/electric. Pets ok, References. Available Immediately CASTLEGAR FURNISHED ROOM $650 plus. 250-352-0766 or partial suite. Shared kitchen & FURNISHED 2 BEDROOM basement bathroom. $400/mo.. or $150/wk. suite for rent, Sept.1st. $ 1000/ month 250-304-7806 incl. utilities references required ph ONE BEDROOM, PRIVATE bath2503523365 room, laundry in shared house. ONE BEDROOM BASEMENT suite �� available Aug 1st. $750 all inclusive. Prefer student, eight month lease. �� Working� person(s), cats ok. 250-354- 352-2051 0492 STUDENT-FRIENDLY, FURNISHED ATTENTION ARE you �� LANDLORDS: �� trying to find suitable and reliable ROOM available in Rosemont renters? Call Stacey to find out more September 1st. $450 rent includes information how you can fill your everything. Call Ann @ 352-9589 �� about �� rentals without having to advertise. FOR QUIET STUDENT or Employed; (250)352-9595 ex.203 Room in Lower Fairview $400. August 1 NS/NP (250) 352-6779

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