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INSIDE Skate park short list

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City-appointed committee picks two options for council to debate. One, at the soccer fields, has been seen before. The other involves changing the NDCC parking lot. PAGE 3 CHRIS SHEPHERD

Agenda online City council makes entire meeting agenda available online. PAGE 3

Police want surveillance camera on Ward Street Police board asks for more time to consider request

All fired up Nelson’s fire department has plans for the trees of the city and is holding a meeting to get public feedback. PAGE 4

Hello, Lucas Local favourite Lucas Myers brings the facts of fatherhood to the Capitol Theatre. PAGE 7

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Nico Bucher, 5, checks out some of the entries for the Nelson Fall Fair on Saturday, Sept. 26.

by Chris Shepherd Nelson’s police chief wants to put a surveillance camera at the bus stop at Ward and Baker Street in an effort to cut down crime but the Nelson Police Board is worried the camera would just move the problem elsewhere. Nelson Police Department Chief Dan Maluta said the 500 block of Ward Street experiences 10 times the amount of reported offences than other areas of the city. Police receive noise complaints, reports of aggressive panhandling, aggressive behaviour towards bus drivers, fights, loitering and drug trafficking. “It’s a busy little spot,” said Maluta. He told the Nelson Police Board a closed circuit television camera would help cut crime and make prosecuting offenders easier. At this point he doesn’t know if the camera would feed live to the Nelson Police Department or simply be stored and called on if a crime happened in the area. The camera would not record sound. “The best usage would be to solve a heinous crime if something really untoward were to happen at that intersection,” Maluta told the Nelson Police Board. Maluta spoke at the board’s Tuesday, Sept. 22 meeting and he asked the directors to recommend the city install a

closed circuit television on the 500 block of Ward Street. The final decision lies with Nelson’s city council. Maluta said he was comfortable making the request because in 2008 the province announced it was going ahead with a closed circuit TV camera pilot project for Vancouver and Kelowna. Maluta also said there are currently no legal challenges to installing the camera systems. The police board directors had some concerns about the chief’s request. Director Tanji Zumpano said the community at large might find the idea of surveillance cameras as excessive monitoring and be reminiscent of George Orwell’s novel, 1984. Zumpano said she had read up on research on surveillance cameras and public spaces and the majority of that research found the cameras did little to reduce crime, though it did succeed in moving it to another location. Mayor John Dooley, who chairs the police board, echoed Zumpano’s concern about pushing the crime to another area of the city. The mayor also brought up the fact there are often webcams set up by the public that record various parts of town. “If we don’t have a camera there, it doesn’t mean that space isn’t being watched, it’s just not being watched by us.”

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ing body of evidence that shows surveillance cameras The provincial office don’t reduce crime. His office does see a tasked with protecting British Columbians’ pri- need for targeted surveilvacy says care has to be lance in some situations. taken before a camera is That could mean specific set up in a public space and locations, such as parking has created guidelines for lots, or specific times. The Office of the municipalities considering Information and Privacy the controversial cameras. Jim Burrows, acting man- Commissioner wrote up a ager of investigation and series of guidelines (availmediation in the provincial able online at www.oipcbc. �� Office �� of the Information org) to help public bodies and Privacy Commissioner, decide whether video sur� �� says arguments that people veillance is lawful and jusgive up�� their�� privacy as soon tifiable. The Public Surveillance as a person steps onto the System sidewalk aren’t completely �� Privacy Guidelines report was released in 2001 right. “I don’t think that peo- and includes suggestions on ple would totally agree with creating policies, layout of that,” Burrows said in an the surveillance equipment�� interview with the Express. and who should have access �� “You may have a reduced to the records. � �� “There’s a tendency to level of privacy but certainly you don’t give up all your think of it [video surveil�� lance] as a solution to lots of privacy.” Burrows says most ills and so the commission�� people on the street aren’t er felt the duty to provide breaking any laws and some guidance from our don’t need to be watched. office in terms of what the He also said there’s a grow- expectations would be.” by Chris Shepherd

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News Help at home ready for seniors

September 30, 2009

Seniors society has qualified, insured workers ready in particular she wants seniors to know about, a There’s a tremendous service that gives seniors a resource available to helper at home, someone Nelson and area seniors, who comes in once in a but the society that pro- while and helps with the vides the help and assis- everyday chores that can tance is afraid many be too much for Nelson’s seniors don’t know it’s older citizens. there. The society has three �� “Sometimes I think workers on staff and � �� the Nelson and District seniors can pay them on CHRIS SHEPHERD Seniors Co-ordinating the spot or be invoiced by �� Society is Nelson’s best the society. kept secret,” says Joan Reichardt says it’s Case Grypma, right, from the Nelson Pilots’ Association, hands off a cheque for $2,600 to Roger �� Reichardt, a senior her- worth a senior’s time to Higgins from the Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation. The pilots raised money by giving plane self who chairs the soci- use the society’s employrides during the Queen City Cruise. The foundation has raised $365,000 towards a CT scanner. ety’s board. ees because they’re covWhenever she talks ered by the Workers’ �� with people about the Compensation Board society and describes the of B.C., had a criminal many services it offers, records check and have the frequent response is liability insurance through they had no idea such a the Nelson and District thing existed. Seniors Co-ordinating There’s one service Society. by Chris Shepherd

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All those features protect seniors, says Reichardt, ensuring they’re bringing in safe, reliable people into their homes. The Home Help program is just one of many. The society also offers counselling, advocacy, help filling out tax forms, fitness programs, volunteer drivers, snow shovelling, information events and social activities. A senior who would like more information about the programs can call the society’s office 352-6008. The office is open Monday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and messages can be left there at any time. Anyone looking to volunteer for the society can call the same number.

Your chance to support seniors Last September, I for the service, but no Been wrote that for some groups came forward seniors, dealing with snow to take on the job. One Thinking About removal is a major conindividual took on clients �� cern, and that a possible on a fee for service basis, �� solution came from the and the resource centre �� Seniors’ Co-ordinating co-ordinated the process. Society. It was that serHowever, that person may �� vice-based youth or other not be available this year. organizations might offer Yet each year there are snow�� removal services seniors who simply canGeorge Millar for a�� fee. The fee could not do the work themeither go to the individu- that would trigger the help selves, or even find someals who do the work, or, would be set at something one who can and will do it as the proponents of the like a depth at which easy for them. plan suggested, be used as sweeping would no longer So the appeal goes out part of the organisation’s be effective. to organizations again. As I wrote last year Once again, the need for fundraising activities. Clients in need of the (quoting myself), “the co-ordination before the service were to contact demand level for this ser- first snowfall is important. the Seniors’ Resource vice is something of an So if you are a senior who unknown, and the poten- will need snow removal, Centre. The�� SRC would then tial for organizations to or if you intend to be match cooperating orga- want to make this a fund- involved in removing �� nizations with needy cli- raiser as well as a com- snow for seniors, please ents. �� The “contract” was munity service is truly contact the resource centre before Wednesday, to be for the duration of unknown.” Oct. 14. The number to As it turned out, there the winter months. The �� minimum amount of snow were seniors who asked call is 352-6008. �� George Millar is a long-time resident of the West Kootenay.

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Skate park short list revealed City-appointed committee picks two locations for skate park: Near the waterfront soccer fields or in the NDCC parking lot by Chris Shepherd A committee formed to assess possible sites for an outdoor skate park has settled on two options: Their first choice is the north side of the Nelson and District Community Complex parking lot and if that doesn’t work, they suggest between the soccer fields and baseball diamond on Nelson’s waterfront. Both sites are likely to face strong opposition from the community. The waterfront option is the same one proposed last year and which was opposed by Nelson’s soccer association. The parking lot choice is likely to face less resistance but it is contingent on redesigning the entire community complex parking lot and the committee did not look at who would pay for work. Those recommendations, decided at the committee’s final meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 23, will end up before city council who will make the final call on where the skate park will be built. The Nelson and District Community Complex parking lot location is the committee’s first choice and it would be on the parking lot’s north side. That location would only work if the entire parking lot was reconfigured.

The waterfront location would make use of the turnaround at the end of the soccer field parking lot and not encroach on existing soccer fields. As the committee members worked through the locations, they acknowledged there would be resistance to the skate park regardless of where it was built. Brian Shields, manager of operations for the city, drew a parallel with the recently installed ActNow Seniors Park, which met with resistance for many proposed locations. “If we hadn’t just picked a location, it wouldn’t have gone anywhere,” Shields said. Insp. Henry Paivarinta agreed there would be initial resistance. “It’ll go through growing pains,” Paivarinta told the committee. “Once it goes in it will be accepted.” The committee was formed this summer after council decided it had to start from the beginning on selecting a location for the controversial skate park. It has been a roller-coaster ride for the Kootenay Lake Skate Park Society, which has headed the push to build a skate park in Nelson. In 2006 the society was offered a spot near the community complex below Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill, a spot local businesses and residents in the

Sterling Hotel strongly opposed. In 2007 several other locations were added for consideration until April 2008 when council voted on the lake side location between the soccer fields and baseball diamond. That decision came after the skate park society publicly said they would walk away from the project if a decision wasn’t made soon. The Nelson Youth Soccer Association fought the waterfront location because it was worried about losing parking spaces. The committee members were aware of the past opposition said they felt the new location at the community complex would be far enough away from businesses and residents in the Sterling Hotel that noise should not be a factor. Challenges surrounding the location between the soccer fields and baseball diamonds were less easily addressed and Kim Palfenier, administrator for the Nelson Regional Sports Council, said the skate park would disrupt the flow of traffic between the large soccer fields to the south and smaller ones to the north. The committee’s recommendations are expected to go before council at their Tuesday, Oct. 13 meeting.

Committee members City of Nelson Kevin Cormack, city manager; Linda Tynan, director of corporate services; Brian Shields, manager of operations; Insp. Henry Paivarinta from the Nelson Police Department Nelson and District Community Complex Bernie Van Hooft, manager of recreation; Jason Craig, operations supervisor Nelson Regional Sports Council Kim Palfenier, administrator

Nelson and District Youth Centre Christine Schmidt, manager (and chair of the committee); Anisa Farhangi, program coordinator Kootenay Lake Outdoor Skate Park Society Robert Levesque, chair When the committee was formed, council decided to not have a councillor on the committee to keep the process non-political.

Locations considered The committee considered eight other locations. Around the community complex they looked at the area below Finley’s Irish Grill and Pub, behind the Nelson and District Chamber of Commerce building and at the complex with a redesigned parking lot. In Lakeside Rotary Park they considered the City of Nelson tree nursery, the green space behind the bocce pits, the green space beside the tree nursery, the area known

as the outdoor amphitheatre, under the Nelson Bridge in the parking lot, by the boat trailer parking near the bridge. Each location was assessed for the size of skate park they could build, the proximity to amenities like washrooms, impact of noise, accessibility for police and emergency vehicles, appropriateness of location for the sport, visibility to the public, and whether the skate park would harmonize with the surrounding activities.

City agenda now online

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Breastfeeding Challenge Council decides to make entire meeting agenda available on website, days ahead of meeting 2009: Ready, Set, Suck! Saturday, Oct. 3, 11 a.m. at Chahko-Mika Mall, 1150 Lakeside Dr. Nelson, moms and children will gather for the Breastfeeding Challenge to help set the world record for most children nursing simultaneously. World Breastfeeding Week celebrates the importance of breastfeeding for all women, children, families and communities. This fun event is a chance to provide peer support and educate the public about the importance of breastfeeding and how it benefits the future of the community as a whole. The event is open to all families – those who breastfeed fulltime, part-time, with a lactation aid, twins, tandem nursers. Especially welcome are dads, partners, grandparents and all supporters of breastfeeding. For more information about Nelson’s Breastfeeding Challenge 2009, call Myrna Lindblom at 505-7205.

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Staff reports, applications to council, correspondence, and bylaw amendments: All that and more will be open to the public sooner now that Nelson’s council decided to make their complete agenda package available online days before council actually meets. Previously, the public could only see the cover page which listed the topics up for council’s consideration. City staff expect that by council’s Tuesday, Oct. 13 council meeting, the full agenda will posted at the city’s website at www.city.nel-

son.bc.ca. The decision came about after the Express wrote council, asking for the agenda to be released earlier. The paper’s staff realized they could do a better job reporting on council were the entire agenda package released earlier. With more time to prepare for council meetings, media could better inform the public about their elected officials’ actions. The full agenda package, which media normally received at the council meeting, contains detailed staff reports along with maps, documents and other materials crucial to stories on council.

More animals on the highways Conservation officer says wildlife coming down to the valleys in preparation for winter by Chris Shepherd Conservation officers are asking motorists to report any accidents involving wildlife in an effort to protect people and cut down on suffering for the animals. Conservation officer Micah Kneller says he’s seen the grisly

signs of accidents involving wildlife on the highways, but there haven’t been any reports to his office that would explain the large blood stains on the pavement. Kneller says anyone who hits an animal should call 1-877-9527277 to report the accident. If the animal is still alive, Kneller says

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In their analysis, city staff identified numerous benefits to the city. Presently, 11 copies of the full agenda are printed out for the media, some of which do not actually attend the meetings. By making the agendas available online, as PDFs, staff no longer have to print them out, saving time, paper, ink and electricity. The intention is to have the agenda posted to the website 24 hours after councillors get the agenda in order to give councillors time to prepare for any questions from the public or the media. Staff believe the agendas should be available by Fridays, 12:30 p.m. most weeks.

a conservation officer can go to the scene and euthanize it, putting animal out of its misery and stopping a potentially dangerous animal from getting into populated areas. As the cooler weather moves in, animals move to the valley bottoms where there’s still food.

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Bears in particular are stocking up for the winter’s hibernation. Kneller says dawn and dusk are the times when drivers have to be most vigilant. He recommends people give themselves an extra 20 minutes to get where they’re going and slow down on the roads.

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Protecting Nelson’s trees Nelson fire department shows off plans for trees inside and outside the city by Chris Shepherd

Tuesday, Oct. 6, 7 p.m. at the Best Western Baker Street Inn, 153 Baker St. Simon Grypma, chief of Nelson’s fire department, wants interface fire protection to become as popular, understood and accepted as recycling has become. Ten years ago few people thought about recycling, says Grypma. “Now everybody does it.” He wants the same thing to

happen to people’s awareness of interface fires, the destructive result of a forest fire spreading into a city. It’s with that goal in mind Grypma has organized a public meeting to inform people about his plans for the woods that lie inside and outside the city. “We encourage the public to come if they have questions or to show their support for our community fire protection plan,” says Grypma. The meeting will outline the

Transit union, businesses support idea …continued from p.1 Chief Maluta said he understood concerns about excessive surveillance but he argued the technology won’t go away. “Is [closed circuit television] a fact of life and probably here to stay? Yes. If you’re not captured on a publicly run and regulated camera, you’re going to be captured on one of those webcams or on somebody’s cellphone,” Maluta said. “There is no expectation of privacy in a public space.” Police spoke with businesses in the 500 block of Ward Street and they all endorsed the idea, the police chief said. The bus

plan that will work to reduce the risk of wildfires in seven locations around Nelson, including Rosemont’s popular Art Gibbon Memorial Park. Grypma’s goal is to make the park an example of forest management and fire risk reduction. He wants residents to understand and see what will be done to the park so they’ll know what’s happening elsewhere around the city. He also wants people to start thinking about their own property and whether

there’s anything they can do to protect their own homes. The fire department’s plan was created by a consultant, Bruce Blackwell, and is meant to reduce the chance of a fire getting beyond the fire department’s ability to fight it. If a fire were to reach up into a forest’s canopy it would be beyond the fire department’s abilities. Grypma says the plan is meant to preserve the forest’s ability to serve as a habitat for animals.

Social support organization moving Advocacy Centre moving

CARES Society programs currently housed at 182 Baker Street will also be moving to the new location. During the move, the centre will be closed from Wednesday, Sept. 23 to Sunday, Oct. 4, and will reopen on Monday, Oct. 5 at the new location.

At the end of September, The Advocacy Centre is moving from its old office driver’s union has also at 182 Baker St. to new digs backed the idea. at 521 Vernon St. The City of Nelson has The new space, located budgeted some money in the old BC Government for the cameras already, Employee’s Union office, is though they’re currently bigger and more accessible. used at the city’s sewage “We’re very pleased Nelson CARES treatment plant and pub- about the move,” says Janet Society moving lic works yard. Maluta Sawyer, manager of The Nelson CARES Society is estimated it would cost Advocacy Centre. moving to new office space $20,000 to install a camera �� “In addition to being too at the end of September and at the bus stop. small, our current office has will be officially open for � �� The sewage treatment a long set of stairs. business again on Monday, plant camera was installed “Given that many of the Oct. 5. �� after several incidents of people we work with have The society is moving to vandalism and theft of city disabilities, the stairs have 521 Vernon St. (next door ��cam�� equipment. Since the always been a real issue to the Salvation Army) in era was put up, there have for us. The new office is the former BCGEU locabeen no further crimes more centrally located and tion. there, says Maluta. includes a wheelchair ramp The new office space will �� The police board decid- to make it easier for people house three of the society’s ed to hold off on a decision with mobility issues to use programs – The Advocacy and will discuss the cam- our services.” Centre, Supported era again at their October The Advocacy Centre Employment and Earth meeting. is part of Nelson CARES Matters – as well as the Society. All of the Nelson Services for Community

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Will police surveillance cameras help diminish crime in Nelson?

It would help stop it, but I don’t agree with it. It seems like an invasion of privacy. Joe Hickson Nelson

Yes, at certain spots where it is suitable, like the bus stop. Anita Korinth Nelson

Not at all. I’ve lived in bigger cities where they’ve had them and it didn’t do anything to slow crime. Raven Storm Nelson

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Living Program administration, the Nelson Committee on Homelessness Coordinator and overall Nelson CARES Society administration. “We are very excited about this long-overdue move to a much larger, more centrally located space. The new office is also physically accessible by all who use our services or work for our society,” says Rona Park, executive director. The society landed upon an opportunity to expand its program and meeting space, build in wheelchair access, while leaving some room for expansion. Nelson CARES Society also provides affordable and emergency housing services out of Ward Street Place at 567 Ward St. and in three group home locations. For more information about the society’s programs and services, call 352-6011 extension 10 or at www.nelsoncares.ca.

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�� be a fashion show with all Fall bridal fair the latest wedding wear Sunday, Oct.�� 4 at the

trends. Castlegar Community �� Complex, 2101 6th Avenue, Free workplace �� Castlegar The Kootenay Wedding emergency first aid Connections will feature Tuesday, Oct. 6, Wednesday, two separate showcases to choose from, a morning Oct. 7 and Wednesday, Oct. showcase from 11 a.m. to 14 at the Youth Employment 1:45 p.m. and an afternoon Resource Centre, showcase from 2 p.m. to 608 Lake St. The Youth Employment 4:45 p.m. Within these showcases brides and Resource Centre is offering grooms have the oppor- free emergency workplace tunity to meet with wed- first aid and job readiness �� ding décor people, invi- training to youth (ages 15 �� tation people, wedding to 30). This three day prodress people, stag/stagette �� people, coordinators, pho- gram provides training, tographers, �� caterers, DJ’s, hints and tips for youth gift registry people and so to improve their skills and �� abilities to look for work, much more. improve resumes, perfect Seminars will be pre�� sented from local, expe- the 30-second interview, rienced wedding business sell themselves and learn owners on how to make about team work and cus�� a wedding day a dream tomer service. Space is limited so intercome true. At the end of each showcase, there will ested youth should head

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down to the resource centre with their resume and fill out an application to reserve a seat. For more information call 352-5656 or email workshops@yerc.ca.

eARTh Pottery Studios

eARTh Community Clay Studios is situated in The Factory, 303 Vernon St., and owner Diane Walters calls it a community centred pottery studio. The studio is the long time dream of Diane Walters who first began her love of pottery at the age of 15. “Shaping the earth and making dishes has caught and held my imagination ever since.” Walters has taught at Waldorf and had a fiveyear apprenticeship to potter M.C. Richards. Walters sees eARTh

Community Clay studios as an opportunity to unfold imagination and skill in a small, personal environment. It is a fully-equipped pottery studio, school and practice space for beginners and ceramic artists. “If you’ve ever dreamed of having your own art studio, eARTh Community Clay Studios is for you,” she says. “If you haven’t touched clay since the fourth grade, or are in fourth grade, come and get lessons in throwing, hand building or glazing. If you are a practised potter, you’ll appreciate the wheel room and hand building work areas, shimpo wheels and slab roller, a nice selection of glazes, and a regular firing schedule. “ Walters offers classes and details are available at www.earthstudiosonline. com. For more information call 354-1228.

Opinions & Letters There are other alternatives to surveillance cameras We feel the proposal to have a surveillance camera on Ward Street, pointed at the bus stop, is not the best solution for reducing crime in what police Chief Dan Maluta called “a busy little spot.” Statistics cited by some members of the Nelson Police Board and B.C.’s Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner suggested the surveillance cameras don’t reduce crime. In thinking about it, we think the camera would be good at preventing vandalism at the bus stop, but we don’t think that warrants a $20,000 camera. It seems to us the equipment would be useful in prosecuting crime, not preventing it. Many crimes at night happen because of alcohol. Should we put cameras outside the city’s bars and liquor stores (Our answer is no). Instead of surveillance cameras, we feel we should encourage citizens to be active upholders of the law. If you see something illegal happening, phone the police. We need to be our own eyes and help the police keep our city safe. Another idea would be to equip city workers who work at night with phones or radios that link directly to the police. Perhaps some work that’s done during the day could be shifted to the nights, adding more eyes. The nature of privacy has changed, however. We accept cameras in banks, stores, gas stations and at our ATMs. Cameras in those places are part of our lives now, but our bringing them to our streets is a broader scope that should be avoided. There are alternatives and we think those need to be explored before putting a camera on Ward Street. The challenge of crime in our community needs long-term solutions, not quick fixes. The Nelson Police Board should turn down the police chief’s request.

Fish Heads & Flowers Fish Heads to the guy in the car parked. When I asked you to turn off your car, because you were idling in the heat of the summer, you chose to swear at me. Your ignorance shines through in so many ways. – Enlightened Flowers to the person who found and took my cat to the vet after she had been missing for 12 hours and my dear neighbours who looked for her. She is partly deaf and blind and slipped away. – Ever-greatful to have her back!

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This month, my colleague and roommate, Spencer Herbert, and I set up our house in Victoria so that we have a place to eat and sleep while the legislative house is in session. The house is a good distance from “the Ledge,” so I commute by bike Mondays through Thursdays – the days I’m in Victoria. Not only am I lowering my carbon footprint by commuting without a vehicle, but also the fresh air and exercise are fantastic. Once I get to work, I often have meetings right away. Every Tuesday is the NDP rural caucus, where all MLAs from rural constituencies get together to discuss important rural

In The House

Michelle Mungall, MLA for Nelson-Creston

issues and bring them forward to House. As a group, we’re working on private power production on our rural waterways, the collapse of the salmon runs, healthcare and transportation. On Thursdays, I chair the NDP women’s caucus, where – as you can guess – all the NDP women MLAs

meet and work together to bring those issues forward for the benefit of all B.C. women. Right now, we’re working with organizations that provide services to end violence against women and children because the Liberals are looking to break contracts and cut important funding that undoubtedly saves lives. This is quite disheartening after they said they are prioritizing children and essential services. That’s why we are holding the Liberals to account and speaking up for vulnerable women and children. Check out my question during question period at www.michellemungall. com.

City hall must plan the waterfront for everyone Dear editor, When I was visiting Kaslo this summer I noticed something that makes Kaslo the attractive place that it is. Almost their entire waterfront is dedicated to public use. This got me thinking and I remembered that, for all its faults, Kelowna has at least all of its downtown waterfront used as a park. When I checked Vancouver, I found it boasts 23 kilometres of continuous public access waterfront with large areas of park. In contrast to this I look at what is going on in Nelson and I see the opposite is happening. People are busy building houses on the waters edge in John’s Walk. Council approved Kutenai Landing and there are plans being drawn up for the end

of the KFP lands. We already have a hotel, a police station, a mall and a discount big box store on the waterfront, plus the commercial and industrial businesses and so far we have been granted Lakeside Rotary Park and a skinny footpath for public use. Not everyone can live on the waterfront, there is just not enough of it to go round, so might it not be fairer to reserve it all for public use? It is time that city hall started acting on behalf of the general population of Nelson instead of facilitating developers, or we will likely lose the essential feature that makes Nelson such a desirable place to live. Anthony Hill, Nelson

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Flowers to the Poppa, who picked up all that goose-poop on the beach so that the grandkids and others could enjoy the sand and water. – Your Nelson daughter Fish Heads to the smokers who left their cigarette butts up around Pulpit Rock. Why didn’t you keep them to decorate your garden? – Pulpit Rock hiker Flowers to people that stop and smell the flowers. – Everything is beautiful

September 30, 2009

PHONE (250) 354-3910 FAX 352-5075 EMERGENCY CELL 354-9001 express@expressnews.bc.ca PUBLISHER Nelson Becker 554 Ward St. Nelson, B.C. V1L 1S9

EDITOR Chris Shepherd

Not to be left out of the mix, Wednesdays also get started with a meeting. This one is the Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services. My MLA colleagues have honoured me with an appointment to this committee, as it does the important work of seeking public input on B.C. budget priorities. Anyone can participate in this process by writing in, sending in a video submission, filling out the online survey, or by making a submission at a public hearing. So if you’re concerned about the HST, funding cuts, and spending priorities, tell us. Visit www.leg. bc.ca/budgetconsultations/ index.htm for details.

Woman’s death shows need for improvements to our healthcare system Dear editor, I was shocked and deeply saddened when I read the article “Nelson woman falls to her death,” (Sept. 23). I cannot understand why we cannot find the resources to help people with mental illness. Why do these people fall through the cracks? As Raven was camped out, begging for help from our health care system outside Kootenay Lake Hospital, the staff were told they were not allowed to help her. What? So you are to go to work everyday and watch a sick woman become starved, dehydrated, badly sunburned, lay in her own waste and not do anything to help? She was moved to the north side of the building, was this for her benefit or was it so she would not have to be seen? How does this make any sense to anyone? What kind of person is making these rules and what kind of human being is expected to follow them? A woman has lost her life because of procedures and protocol, if she had been helped sooner this may never have happened. How can we as decent human beings stand by and do nothing to change the system? Where are the advocates for the mentally ill? Do IHA and our government even care about these people? How many more people have to die before something gets done? Let’s not let this happen again. Roberta Holmes, Nelson

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Events

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Wed. Sept. 30

BLUELINER WOMEN’S HOCKEY introductory meeting: 524 Carbonate St 7 p.m. info: 3597036 newcomers welcome

PECIAL

Sun. Oct. 4

Thurs. Oct. 8

Sun. Oct. 4

PILATES MATWORK AT A GLANCE WORKSHOP & Book Launch at Prestige Hotel with Connie Myers.

THE CAPITOL KIDS SERIES Trent Arterberry’s The Bigg Show at 2 p.m. with a performance by performer Trent Arterberry

BEYOND THE WANT ADS free workshop on finding work in Nelson. Registration/information 352-6200 or info@kcds. ca

NIKKO PLAYS EVENINGS at Nelson’s live jazz venue, The Library Lounge, located in the historic Hume Hotel. SARAH McGLYNN & RICH Rabnett live at Redfish Restaurant. Evenings. INDUSTRY NIGHT PUNK ROCK, Bingo, Karaoke At Finley’s 9 p.m.

Thurs. Oct. 1 ABSINTHE FILMS PRESENTS 16mm snowboard film ‘NEVERLAND’. Tickets @ Valhalla Pure, Tribute, and RGB.

VANCOUVER WRITER AND teacher Paul Headrick gives fiction workshop. 10 a.m. -2 p.m., Oxygen Art Centre.

Fri. Oct. 2

HELLO BABY II: The Baby Strikes Back. Lucas Myers performs at the Capitol Theatre, 8 p.m.

Sun. Oct. 4 DANCES OF UNIVERSAL PEACE 3 – 5:30 p.m. at the Moving Centre, 533 Baker St (upstairs). By donation, ever yone welcome. Bring non-marking indoor footwear and a water bottle. Information: 250-825-0012.

Mon. Oct. 5 WISDOM PATH CONTEMPLATIVE Group begins 6:30p.m.Oct.5thbi-monthly. Centering Prayer/ Christian Meditation. Join us for silence,chanting & book discussion St.Saviour’s Anglican Church-chapelWard & Silica St., Nelson.

Wed. Oct. 7 SENIOR CITIZENS’ Br.#51717 Vernon St., monthly meetingWednesday, October 7, 1:30 p.m. All Seniors Welcome!

Thurs. Oct. 8 CHARLIE RUSSELL PRESENTS: “The Edge of Eden: Living with Grizzlies” Oct 8, 7 p.m. the Capitol

NEED INEXPENSIVE BIRTH CONTROL? Options for Sexual Health drop-in clinic. 333 Victoria St. 5:30-8 p.m. PROBLEM WITH EATING and weight? OA support group 5 - 6 p.m., Nelson Hospital cafeteria (basement). No dues or fees. 250-352-7717 or 1-800-6115788. www.endoftrail.ca/ OANelson.htm DROP IN GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP. 7-9 p.m. at Broader Horizons, 905 Gordon Road, back door . THE NELSON SCRABBLE CLUB meets Wednesdays at 1 p.m. Info 250-505-5583 WOMEN’S HOCKE Y SCRIMMAGE at the old rink 8:30 - 9:30 p.m. $10 drop-in fee. Full equipment required. Info 250-359-7036 ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Harrop Hall, Harrop 5:30 p.m. DOES SOMEONE’S DRINKING TROUBLE YOU? Al-Anon meeting noon The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. NUTRIENT-RICH COOKING classes every Wed/Sun. Many topics to choose from. Contact Lorraine at lorraine@earthlobby. com or 250-352-3860. GLACIER HARMONIES Women’s Barbershop Chorus. All welcome at 7 p.m. to Baptist Church, 611-5th St. Nelson. Dorothy 352-7199 or Joey 352-3393

PUBLIC MEDITATION 12 - 1 p.m. All welcome. Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre 444 Baker St. www.nelsonbuddha.com

SAHAJ MARG group meditation please phone: Eleanor 3523366 or Sarah 354- 9496 SHOTOKAN KARATE 5-7p.m. St. Joseph’s school gym 523 Mill Street. NELSON TABLE TENNIS CLUB. 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Blewett Elementar y School when school is in session. 352-9547 or 352-5739 BAHA’I COMMUNITY of Nelson. Please join us for an introduction to Baha’i Faith. 7p.m 1920 Falls St. 3540944

Thursdays IS ALCOHOL A PROBLEM IN YOUR LIFE? AA Meetings, Lunch Bunch at Noon. Into Action Big Book Study at 8 p.m. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St.

MINGLE-INC, COCKTAIL LOUNGE evening for women in business. Louie’s Lounge, Nelson 5- 7 p.m. www.freshblend.ca

Art Showings PAINTINGS OF EXPLORATION and Discovery Acrylic Paintings by Marilyn McCombe, until Nov. 15th Dancing Bear Inn POWERS THAT BE: New Works by K.Bullaro until October 16 at OURGLASS Studio & Gallery ROW: REFLECTIONS ON WATER, Touchstones Galler y, until November 22.

Wed. Sept. 30 GANGA GIRI In concert: Spirit Bar, Hume Hotel.

Thurs. Oct. 1 YOKO @TheSpirit Bar Featuring: Steven Parish, Tricia Dalgleish, Kevin Bertram, Park Cowin, and Dj Rhapsody. BLUEGRASS ACOUSTIC MUSIC Jam, Bigby Place, 509 Front St. 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Info: 250-352-2704

Fri. Oct. 2 JUDE DAVISON sings acoustic covers and originals, Max & Irmas 6 - 9 pm. SELKIRK MUSIC FACULTY CD Release 7:30 Studio 80 Selkirk College 10th St. Come Together: 20 Years of Music.

Sat. Oct. 3 SALSA NIGHTS ARE BACK at Finley’s! It’s time to learn how to Salsa dance. One hour of instruction and then dance.

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Sat. Oct. 3

2009 BREASTFEEDING CHALLENGE.All families are invited. 11 a.m. at Chacko Mika Mall. Arrive early.

JOURNEY WITH DANCE Impovisation. Fridays 7- 9 p.m. Moving Centre, 533A Baker Street VANCOUVER WRITER PAUL Headrick reads from latest books. 7:30 p.m., Oxygen Art Centre. HELLO BABY II: The Baby Strikes Back. Lucas Myers performs at the Capitol Theatre, 8 p.m.

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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 2294343 for more details.

PUBLIC MEDITATION 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. All welcome. Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre, 444 Baker St. www.nelsonbuddha.com DROP IN ULTIMATE frisbee Lakeside soccer fields, 6 p.m. NELSON WOMEN’S CENTRE noon - 4 for recycled bag sewing project. 250 352 9916 PARENT & CHILD TIME at the Harrop Hall. 10 a.m. - 12 noon Information: Lesley 825-0140

WILDERNESS SURVIVAL, HERBALISM and Stone Age Skills classes! Ongoing program. Children, teen, adult classes. 357-2822. PUBLIC MEDITATION 9 a.m. -- 12 p.m Mid-morning refreshments; come and go as you wish. Shambhala Meditation Centre 444 Baker St. www.nelsonbuddha.com 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. 354-3859. SUNDAY MORNING WORHSIP, Community Church, Passmore Hall, 11 a.m. SUNDAY WORSHIP, St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Slocan, 2 p.m. UNITY CENTRE of the Kootenays, 905 Gordon Rd. Broader Horizons. Back door, 11 a.m. Everyone welcome.

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NELSON BADMINTON CLUB meets at Mary Hall Gymnasium, 7 - 9 p.m. Everyone welcome. Anne 250-352-7536 Guy 250352-6330.

Fridays

GENDER OUTLAWS, a support & social group for trans & gender variants. 354-5362.

Nelson AA-F-Troop meeting at the Cellar 717A Vernon St. 8 p.m.

DOES SOMEONE’S DRINKING TROUBLE YOU? Al-Anon meeting 8 pm at 601 Front St.

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

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MT. SENTINEL SCHOOL South Slocan Badminton Mon Wed 7:30 p.m. 359-7610

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OPEN HOUSE, Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre. Meditation instruction and practice 7 p.m; talk and discussion 8 p.m; tea 9 p.m. 444 Baker St. www.nelsonbuddha. com

JENNA SCHELL AND TIMOTHY Shay, Words and Music, 7 p.m. at the Cocoa-Nut Lounge 116 Vernon St.

Difficulty Level BAR - Easy

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

ALCOHOLICS Noon meeting 717A Vernon St.

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THE NELSON SCRABBLE CLUB meets Saturday at 1 p.m. For further info. Please call 250505-5583

NELSON CHESS CLUB every Saturday morning, all welcome. Seniors Hall, 777 Vernon St.

or 250-227-9205/6806

DROP IN ULTIMATE frisbee Lakeside soccer fields, 3:30 p.m.

Mondays 3 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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Dancing 7-9 p.m. Central School gym. Beginners welcome, first class free.

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

4 5ALL 1 AGES OPEN MIC every Tuesday at the CocoaNut 7 6-10 p.m. Hosted by Lounge. Rob Funk

2 OFF BOOZE 8 FELLOWS 4 3YOUNG AA Meeting 8 p.m. The Cellar. Vernon St. 3717A AA TARRY ENG- RUSSIAN GROUP Brent Kennedy School, 7 p.m. Slocan Junction.

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LISTEN TO THE SWEET Sounds of Nikko every Tuesday at Fusion, on Baker Street. 7-10 p.m OPEN MIC NIGHT Finley’s 9:30 p.m. start. ELLIOTT BROOD IN CONCERT at The Spiritbar with Special touring opening band THe Wooden Sky.

NELSON BADMINTON CLUB meets at Mary Hall Gymnasium, 7 - 9 p.m. Everyone welcome. Anne 250-352-7536 Guy 250352-6330

Tues. Oct. 6 REGGAE MIX MONDAYS Hosted by DJ T.H.C. starting at 8 p.m. at the Royal on Baker. ALL AGES OPEN MIC at the CocoaNut Lounge. 6-10pm Hosted by Rob Funk

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COTTONWOOD FALLS FARMERS Market. Cattle Annie and the Crooked Corral - country twang 12:30-2 p.m.

Mon. Oct. 5 BLUES JAM at the Royal on Baker 7 - 11 p.m. SARAH MCGLYNN & RICH RABNETT live at The Library Lounge, Hume Hotel. 6-10.

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Lucas Myers returns to daddyhood

DJ Cheb I Sabbah

The Edge of Eden:

Saturday, Oct. 3 at the �� Grizzly expert talk �� Spiritbar, 422 Vernon St. Thursday, Oct. 8, 7 p.m. at �� DJ Cheb I Sabbah start�� ed his DJ career in Paris in the Capitol Theatre, the 1960s. Having grown up 421 Victoria St. �� Charlie Russell may Jewish of Berber descent in �� know as much about grizConstantine, Algeria, mix�� Local performer returns to the big stage with more tales of parenthood ing cultures was, you might zly bears as anyone alive. For 10 years, Russell �� say, in his blood. taught orphaned cubs how It is hard to separate the �� by Chris Shepherd to return to the wild on the myth from reality about Kamchatka Penninsula of Cheb I Sabbah’s life. He Hello Baby II: makes no comment about Russia. Russell believes that his engagement by John �� The Baby peoples’ fear of grizzlies and Yoko in the U.K. and �� Strikes Back is self-perpetuating and the macrobiotic connecthat the bears’ behaviour Friday, Oct. 2 and Saturday, tion therein. �� Oct. 3, 8 p.m. at the Capitol With six landmark towards people is a prodalbums under his belt, uct of how they have treatTheatre, 421 Victoria St. �� Cheb I Sabbah now enjoys ed the bears. Here’s what an interview He will present his film �� a worldwide reputation as with�� Lucas Myers would be a magician of the dance The Edge of Eden: Living like if he was the character floor, delivering breath- with Grizzlies. that stars in his latest show, Russell will also be availtaking performances from Hello Baby II: Baby Strikes able to answer questions India to the U.S. and Back: and sign books. Anyone everywhere in between. Local Kootenay belly who has seen this movie Lucas Myers has looked dancers, Ashalla, Gemma or read any of Russell’s better. Luna, Jennifyre and Lori books will want to meet The father of two girls, will join Sabbah for his Russell and bring friends Francis (almost three) and to share in this experiNelson performance. Maeve (three months) has a ence. new show coming up, Hello Ror more informaBaby II: The Baby Strikes Ott tion contact Joanne at Back, and he’s pretty sure Saturday, Oct. 3 at bearaware@netidea.com. he can pull it together in Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill, Tickets are $10 to $15. time. 705 Vernon St. “Yeah, it’ll be fine,” Ott hatched a plan to Myers said. He showed up remix half a dozen or Selkirk music faclate for his interview with so classic Hallucinogen ulty CD release the Express and was easily trance tracks and release Friday, Oct. 2, 7:30 p.m. at distracted, looking out the them as dub mixes – slow- Studio 80 Selkirk College’s window as people walked er, fatter and more chillby and absent-mindedly Tenth Street Campus on the out friendly. In 2002 the chewing on his fingernails. album Hallucinogen in corner of Tenth and Elwin He hasn’t shaved recentDub was released via streets in Nelson ly and his eyes have the Combine a classic Twisted Records to uniSUBMITTED look of someone who rhythm section of bass, versal acclaim. hasn’t slept as much as he’d Lucas Myers, seen here in character, is set to explore the ramifications of parenthood at the Capitol. Buoyed by the success drums, guitar and keys like. There’s spit-up on his him switch through four after Francis was born, left Krista, the reality is not as of Hallucinogen in Dub, with vocals and horns and shoulder. characters, all dads who will off after birth and briefly ridiculous as what will hap- the following year Ott you have the blueprint for “Sorry, what was the take the Capitol Theatre’s touched on the wonders pen on stage. gathered together and Souvenir, the first album question?” he said, after he stage and share the knowl- and gritty (maybe drooly is That said, Myers says released his earlier sonic from the faculty of the was asked what the one- edge they’ve accumulat- a better adjective) reality of there are “universal truths” experiments as the album Selkirk College’s contemman show is about. “Oh, ed as they raise children. parenthood. at the heart of the comedy Blumenkraft which was porary music and technolright, the show . . . There’ll Joining the characters will “I didn’t get to go into the that parents and their chil- also very well received and ogy program. be, um, these characters, be several special guests to complexities of how your Classics such as the dren will see and recognize which attracted a great right?, and they’ll talk about help share the wisdom. relationship with your partBeatles’ “Come Together,” many listeners around the from their own lives. what it’s like to be dads. Hello Baby II is the fol- ner changes and how you Jeff Beck’s “That’s Why While Hello Baby was world. Does that sound funny?” low up to Hello Baby, an have to negotiate to keep I’m Here” and Chick The next few years meant for everyone who is exploration of pregnancy your sanity,” says Myers. passed in a whirl of gigs, Corea’s “Sea Journey” are The interview would go and impending parenthood He’s careful to say a dad, has a dad or knows a remixes and collaborative given new arrangements downhill from there. that left no stone unturned, that while his latest one- dad, Hello Baby II is aimed projects Umberloid with by adding some 21st cenThe reality is Myers is and carries on where the man show is inspired by for a slightly different audi- friend and multi-instru- tury spice. excited (and well prepared) first instalment left off. his experiences raising his ence. Namely, everyone who mentalist Chris Barker, Original compositions for the show that will see The first show, created daughters with his wife, is a parent or has parents. and Gargoyles with Simon showcase the stylistic Posford. During this time range of this multitalented Ott travelled the world, troupe in genres including The evening will feature Steven Not only will Big Joe be per- got married, welcomed up-tempo modal jazz, funk Yoko Parish, Tricia Dalgleish, Kevin forming material off his current his daughter Daisy to and soulful blues. Thursday, Oct. 1, 10 p.m. at the Produced by Don Bertram, Park Cowin and DJ release Quiver but off his increas- the world and wrote his Spiritbar, 422 Vernon St. MacDonald and recordthird album Skylon, which Rhapsody. ingly popular debut album Love or You may have seen Yoko at the ed by Steven Parish, the was released on Twisted Tickets $15 at Eddy Music and Money. Nelson and District Community album celebrates 20 years Records in early 2008. the Hume Hotel, $12 for students. Complex gala opening celebration He recently settled on of music instruction at where she received a standing ovathe Mediterranean coast Selkirk College. Cattle Annie and the tion for her opening performance Big Joe Burke Proceeds from the sale of Spain with his wife and Crooked Corral for Jann Arden. Thursday, Oct. 1, 9:30 p.m. at daughter and is working of the album will go to Saturday, Oct. 3, 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. She also was in the spotlight as The Royal On Baker, 330 Baker St. on several projects with fund music scholarships at SHAG’s lead vocalist. Get ready for some powerful at the Cottonwood Falls Market Chris Barker for Interchill the Selkirk College music Cattle Annie and the Crooked Records, an album with program. Yoko is performing her original, and passionate rock’n’roll and soulful R’n’B infused with ethnic blues infused country music per- Corral play their country twang. singer/multi-instrumentalFor more inforworld flavours as well as cover songs formances by Big Joe Burke and Saddle up your pony an slap on ist Naked Nick and a new mation, contact that will make you want to move. his talented twangsters. your spurs and git ready to boogie. Ott album. mspielman@selkirk.ca.

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Arts & Entertainment Elliot Brood

Tuesday, Oct. 6 at the Spiritbar, 422 Vernon St. Elliott Brood play dark, gritty folk and howling bluegrass music built around whiskey drenched vocals and lyrics evoking images of love, loss and murder. In their soulthumping songs, banjo keeps time to a strange and chunky angular stomp, with Kentuckyhardcore acoustic guitar and somber, achingly confessional vocal harmonies. In June, 2008 Elliott Brood released Mountain Meadows. The album captured its share of year-end accolades, earning the band a second Juno nomination for Roots/Traditional Album of the Year and one for CD Artwork/ design.

Neverland

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Thursday, Oct. 1, 7:30 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre, 421 Victoria St. Neverland is a state of mind, a mountain pushed up from the ground by imagination. Anyone can go but most people have trouble with the simple directions: Follow your dreams. This winter, snowboard filmmakers Absinthe dropped down the rabbit hole to explore this

elusive place and brought back some mind bending tales and a pocketful of surprises. Travis Rice, Dan Brisse, Bode Merrill, Nicolas Müller, Sylvain Bourbousson, JP Solberg, Romain deMarchi, DCP, Marc Frank Montoya, Annie Boulanger, Marie-France Roy, Jules Reymond, Wille Yli-Luoma, Cale Zima, Phil Damianakes, Wolfgang Nyvelt, Kevin Pearce, Eero Ettala, Gigi Rüf and the rest of the Lost Boys continued

The Nelson Theatre is organizing a storytelling festival in conjunction with the Nelson Art Council’s Artisan Market from Friday, Oct. 23 to Sunday, Oct. 25. The theatre company will be presenting local storytellers at a special venue in The Prestige Inn. “We have been storytelling in schools for five years now and I was a regular at the Proctor festival,” explained company director, Richard Rowberry, “so when it shut down, it felt like a good idea to revive it here. Proctor organizer Barrie Grey is helping with the transition and we want to build it over the next few years into an important stop on the storytelling circuit. With Nelson’s heritage and arts reputation,

down the road less traveled and explored some new possibilities during a winter that saw the progression of snowboarding take some giant strides.

er Paul Headrick reads from his debut novel, That Tune Clutches My Heart and his next book, The Doctrine of Affections. The reading is part of the �� Oxygen Art Centre Ideas Café Series � Paul �� Headrick Headrick will also give a workreads at Oxygen shop entitled “The Craft of the �� Friday, Oct. 2, 7:30 p.m. at the Short Story” on Saturday, Oct. 3 Art Centre, 320 Vernon St., from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. ��Oxygen �� Set in Vancouver in 1948, That alley entrance Vancouver writer and teach- Tune Clutches My Heart follows

it seems like a perfect fit. There are a lot of storytellers out there with incredible performance skills who would love to spend a week in our part of the world. And it could become a great shoulder season tourist draw.” Rowberry’s experience at Proctor taught him there are great storytellers in the Kootenays too and he is inviting many to come and perform. “We also believe there are stories and tellers out there we don’t know about and we’re asking them to get in touch.” The stories, he adds, will be presented free of charge with a request donation going to the Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation’s CT scanner fund. If you have a story to tell, contact Rowberry at 8250069 or histerian@hotmail. com

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was short-listed for the 2009 Ethel Wilson Fiction Prize. Headrick’s forthcoming book of short stories, The Doctrine of Affections, will be available in Spring 2010. It includes “ Highlife,” nominated for the 2009 Journey Prize.

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Arts & Entertainment Clay exhibition compliments the arrival of fall

Sunday, Oct. 4, 2 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre, 421 Victoria St. Trent Arterberry presents comical storytelling, masterful mime, compelling music and hilarious puppetry. Arterberry’s The Bigg Show is something kids love – and adults won’t want to miss! By turns, Arterberry fills the stage with a collection of intriguing characters. Roboman discovers the limits – and extraordinary reaches – of his own body. Scuba Dude fends off sharks in a slow-motion undersea adventure, only to nearly succumb to the pain of a broken heart. The three-foottall human puppet, Mr. Bigg, dances to a dizzying medley of musical styles from rap to Russian folklore. Through it all, Arterberry’s remarkable physical skills and irrepressible playfulness alternately inspire waves of laughter and amazement. There’s drama, comedy, subtle lessons and outrageous lunacy to spare in Arterberry’s The Bigg Show. For information call 352-6363 or visit www.capitoltheatre.bc.ca.

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you shouldn’t miss this show. To begin in no particular order let us start with Cameron Stewart. Stewart explains the inspiration for his porcelain and stoneware vessels as originating “from baskets, folded paper, and textiles. Pattern and texture are central to the creation of these functional pots, pushing the boundaries of conventional ceramic processes.” The majority of Heath Carra’s work is raku, with which he utilizes a wide variety of firing techniques. Carra describes his work as “based on the platonic solids and my alteration of those forms, I explore the expressions that can be drawn out of cold geometric shapes and abstract designs.” Charleen Stroud has an incredible ability to refer to her surroundings in an illustrative and tangible manner. “ I am astounded by her skill on the wheel and her sense of decoration and texture,” Prosser said of Stroud. Originally hailing from South Africa, Stroud relocated to Canada in 2004 and now �� resides in Cranbrook. �� Michele Dupas describes her ceramics �� as having “an element of whimsy and humour, an

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Tuesday, Oct. 6, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the North Shore Hall, 675 Whitmore Rd. Crystal Journey is a musical, vibrational and colour journey through the solar system with 10 paiste planet gongs,

quartz crystal bowls and vibraphone. Each gong features a strong fundamental note tuned to represent a natural harmonic series based on the orbital properties of the Sun, the Earth, the Moon and the other planets. Crystal Journey has been touring Canada coast to coast the past five

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excellent and neces- lectual. While utilizing �� often �� sary outlet for my overly words and small phrases, active imagination.” Her she contains these refernewest inspiration comes ences within small and from “nerdy monsters.” intricate porcelain pieces, Dupas says this has bridging the gap between been a fun series. functional and sculptural “I can let my imagina- work, while minding her �� tion cook up what might P’s and Q’s. be lurking under the Come and explore �� bed.” these five remarkable art�� Shannon Merritt’s ists with their harvested work often deals with the bounty from a summer of �� philosophical and intel- toiling in clay.

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Anna Heywood-Jones is a local graphic artist and visual arts enthusiast.

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Crystal “Journey Through The Solar System”

ANNA HEYWOOD-JONES

Shannon Merritt (one of the exhibiting ceramic artists) holds her �� creation, Minding Your P’s and Q’s.

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years and have performed over 600 shows and have released six CDs.

Tulpan

Wednesday, Sept. 30, 7:30 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre, 421 Victoria St. Tulpan is a Kazakhstan dramatic comedy that tells the story of Asa, a young sailor, who returns

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home to Kazakhstan fresh from a stint in the Russian Navy. He’s desperate for a farm of his own – but he needs to find a wife to accomplish �� this. However, the only �� eligible girl around is the �� beautiful Tulpan who spurns him because his �� ears are too big. Rated PG and run time is 104 minutes.

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�� Comical storytelling. Masterful mime. Compelling music and hilarious puppetry. The Bigg Show is something kids love and adults won’t want to miss!

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Sunday October 4, 2pm All Tickets �� $12.50

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THE PURSUIT OF QUALITY LEISURE FOR A HEALTHY COMMUNITY

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PUBLIC SKATING ��

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Arts Seen

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Trent Arterberry.

Opens on Friday, Oct. 2, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Gallery 378, 378 Baker St. Gallery 378 opens October with Clay, a timely month for a wholly ceramic exhibition, as fall is a time for reflection and appreciation. The exhibition will feature five Kootenay ceramic artists and shall include an incredibly diverse mix of sculptural and functional work displaying five entirely different styles. I had the opportunity this week to speak with Ruth Prosser, one of Clay’s co-ordinators, about the upcoming exhibition. Prosser shared with me her infectious enthusiasm for the exhibition, while speaking about the conception and actualization of the show. Prosser told me: “The idea for the show emerged out of a raku workshop I and a few of the exhibiting artists attended together.” It evolved from a desire to offer exposure to the immense variety of local ceramic artists, while providing a fresh glimpse to those that support our artistically rich town. The five exhibiting artists include Heath Carra, Michele Dupas, Shannon Merritt, Cameron Stewart and Charleen Stroud. Here is a wee taste of what each of these incredibly diverse artists has to offer, and then you shall see for yourselves why

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY STARTING AT 3:30PM

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�� Chinese medicine for common colds and flu symptoms �� This is the time of year when everyone battles against sinus infections, common colds and flus with sore throats, itchy throats, fevers, chills, body aches, congestion, runny noses, nausea, vomiting and many other unwelcome symptoms of the season. It is an important time to take care of oneself by boosting the immune system. Daily doses of vitamin C (generally up to 1000 milligrams), Chinese medicinals, homeopathics, herbal teas or tinctures, restful sleep, frequent hand washing, dressing warmly, gargling with salt water or using a neti pot are a few good ways to get a head start. One must consult a Chinese medicine practitioner or herbalist or a doctor of Chinese medicine for Chinese herbal prescriptions. If you have frequent loose stools or diarrhea you may be overdoing your daily dose of vitamin C – in which case you should lower the dose

Exploring Health

Kate Butt

and consult your health care practitioner. At the first signs of a cold or flu acupuncture can be a useful way to help rid the body of unwelcome toxins and shorten the duration and severity of what may be coming up. It can also be one of the most effective tools for draining sinus congestion and dealing with many symptoms such as headaches, body aches, coughing and nausea. Herbal medicine is just as effective as acupuncture and together they make a powerful combination. When you are sick (or on the edge) it’s impor-

Kate Butt is a practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine. She treats a variety of conditions and has special interests in women’s health, peri-natal care, chronic pain, and sports injuries. 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. For questions or information please contact truebalance.kate@gmail.com or call (250) 551 5283.

tant to avoid excessive refined sugar, caffeine, or alcohol, as these substances can stress the immune system. Also avoid rich, greasy, spicy foods (which can irritate a sore throat) and excess dairy products or refined foods (which can contribute to excess phlegm). Enjoy nourishing soups and simple, wellcooked, easily digestible foods. Ginger is excellent for nausea and can be added to food or tea. Check in with your local herbal pharmacy for suggestions (every case is different so be sure to consult a professional pharmacist, herbalist, or practitioner to get the right prescription for you).

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Acupuncture

Kate Butt, Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine ......... 551-5283 Barbara Gosney CCH RS Hom Cdn 12 yrs. exp......354-1180 Michael Smith, Dr. TCM, 10 years experience.........352-0459 Hypnotherapy Marion Starr, Dr. TCM ............................................... 352-9890 Sharon Best, Certified Adv. Hypnotherapist .......... 354-7750 ��Robertson, �� Shauna Reg. Acupuncturist ..................... 352-2167 Irene Mock, Reg. www.kootenayhypnotherapy.com352-7035 � ��

Art Therapy

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

A Touch Of Aloha, Lomi, Cranio, Reflexology .................229-4424

Please proof for accuracy then phone, fax or email with any chang Ginger Joy Rivest, Neuro Somatic Therapy .............505-4284

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

Phone: 250.354.3910 Fax:July 250.352.5075 • Email: sales@exp Palliative Massage•Course, 3-10, 2009 .........1-800-611-5788 Blanche Tanner, BP, Family Constellation .....................................227-6877 Power Essentials, True Aromatherapy & Massage .........505-4144 The Express is not responsible for any errors after the client h

Breathwork Bodywork

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

Neuro Somatic, Cranio, Reiki, Deep tissue, Paule .........505-5264 ��

Chiropractic ��

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

RUBITIN Mobile/Studio, Deep T., Neuro, Sports .............352-6804

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

Pharmacy

Coaching

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

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

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

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

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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

Pilates 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 ...........................354-4487 Shalimar Health Spa, Voted Nelson’s Best Spa ..... 354-4408

Tai Chi Daphne Fields, MEd., Valhalla Tai-Chi..............................355-2854

Yoga

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THE HEALTH PAGES H E A LT H

CALENDAR

drop-in classes and events

Wed n e s d a y s SHANTI YOGA STUDIO 12 - 1:30 p.m. Invigorating Anusara Yoga, Elissa 5:30 - 7 p.m. Rejuvanitive Soma Yoga, Shayla 7:15 - 8:45 p.m. - Invigorating Flow Yoga, Lindsay TRANSCENDENDENT COMBAT SPORTS 6 p.m. Kickboxing. 7 p.m. Submission Grappling. Join the evolution! 250-509-1606, Summit Health & Fitness. BELLYFIT FUSION FITNESS 7 - 8 p.m. at the Moving Centre. Call Heather, 354-0492 KOOTENAI PILATES CENTRE 8:30 a.m. Reformer 10:15 a.m. Mat Work - Fundamentals 12 noon Mat Work - Fundamentals 5 p.m. - Mat Work - Intermediate/Advanced 540 Baker St (upstairs) 250-352-1600 KOOTENAY AKIDO 5 - 6 p.m. Kids Class, ages 7-12 6 - 7:45 p.m. Adult Class 213C Baker St. 250-352-3935 OM YOGA STUDIO 5:30 - 7 p.m. After Work Yoga, Alison 6 Mile, 3067 Heddle Rd, 250-825-0011, avannest@shaw.ca BAHA’I COMMUNITY OF NELSON 7 p.m. 1920 Falls St. 354-0944 Join us for an introduction to the Baha’i Faith.

Th u r s d a y s

SHANTI YOGA STUDIO 10 - 11:30 a.m Prenatal Yoga, Anna 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 a.m. - Mat Work - Fundamentals 10:15 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 pm. 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 - 8 p.m. A ministry of Eleos Centre. 711, 10t 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 KYOKUSHIN KARATE 2:30 - 3:45 p.m. Kids, 6 - 7 p.m. Adults Blewette Elementary School, Keith Clughart, 551-3345 WALK-IN PRAYER CLINIC 6:30-8 pm. At ministry of Eleos Centre, 711 10th Street, Nelson 250-352-0300 for more information. FELDENKRAIS CLASSES 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Reduce your stress, improve your health. Curves, 512 Fall St. Judy Katz 352-3319, somatikatz@gmail.com, First class free. MOM AND CHILDREN DANCE SPACE 10:30 a.m - noon Ages 0-7 & prenatal Studio Alive, 1209 Falls St. Slava, 352-0047 GYPSY SKIRT DANCE FOLK FUSION 6 - 7:30 p.m. Studio Alive, 1209 Falls St. Slava 352-0047 RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS 3-4:00 p.m. Beginner ages 6 & up 4-5:30 p.m. Performance Group ages 8 & up S.Nelson, Rhythmic Dimensions 505-1812 QI-GONG & CHEN TAI CHI 7 - 8 p.m. at the Central School Gym. Info 250-505-4562 Chris Gibson FELDENKRAIS: Healing Your Back Neck and Shoulders 7:15 - 8:15 p.m., Feldenkrais Centre 206 Victoria St susangrimble@telus.net, 352-3449

Fr i d a y s

SHANTI YOGA STUDIO 5 - 7 p.m. Progressive Yoga Series, Elissa 7:15 - 8:45 p.m. Deeply Restorative Yoga, Yasmin KOOTENAY AKIDO 4 - 5 p.m. Akido Fun, ages 4-6 5 -6 p.m. Kids Class, ages 7-12 6 - 7:45 p.m. Adult Class213C Baker St 250-352-3935 TRANSCENDENDENT COMBAT SPORTS 6 p.m. Combat cardio, join the evolution of mixed martial arts 250509-1606. Located at Summit Health & Fitness

Fr i d a y s ( c o n t i n u e d ) FELDENKRAIS: Healing Your Back Neck and Shoulders 11 a.m. - 12 p.m., Feldenkrais Centre 206 Victoria St susangrimble@telus.net, 352-3449 NELSON BREASTFEEDING CLINIC 9:30 - 11:30 a.. Free drop-in Nelson Health Unit, 2nd ﬂoor Kutenai Building, 333 Victoria Street, more info 250-505-7200

Sa t u rd a y s

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

Su n d a y s

SHANTI YOGA STUDIO 12 - 1:30 p.m. Invigorating Anusara Yoga, 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

Mo n d a y s

SHANTI YOGA STUDIO 12 - 1:30 p.m. Invigorating Yoga, Sharon 1:45 - 2:45 p.m. Feldenkrais, Hilary 5:30 -&:30 Progrssive Yoga Series, Ellisa KOOTENAI PILATES CENTRE 8:30 a.m. Reformer 10:15 a.m. Mat Work - Fundamentals 12 noon Mat Work - Fundamentals 5 p.m. Mat Work - Intermediate/Advanced 5 p.m. Reformer 6:15 p.m. Mat Work - Fundamentals 540 Baker St (upstairs) 250-352-1600 TRANSCENDENDENT COMBAT SPORTS 6 p.m. Kickboxing, 7 p.m. Submissions Grappling. Join the evolution 250-509-1606. Located at Summit Health & Fitness KOOTENAY AKIDO 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 KYOKUSHIN KARATE 2:30 - 3:45 p.m. Kids 6 - 7 p.m. Adults Blewette Elementary School, Keith Clughart, 551-3345 RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS 2:15-3:30 p.m. Beg/Inter ages 6 & up 3:30-4:14 p.m. Intro ages 4-5 Redﬁsh, Rhythmic Dimensions 505-1812

Tu e s d a y s

SHANTI YOGA STUDIO 10 - 11:30 a.m. Gentle Yoga, Maureen 12 -1:30 p.m. Invigorarting Yoga, Sharon 5:30 - 7 p.m. Hatha Yoga, Karuna 7:15 - 8:45 New to Yoga, Sharon KOOTENAI PILATES CENTRE 10:30 a.m. Reformer 12 noon Reformer 12 noon Mat Work - Experienced Beginner 3:45 p.m. Reformer 5 p.m. Reformer - Beginner/Intermediate 540 Baker St (upstairs) 250-352-1600 KOOTENAY AKIDO 9:30 a.m. Introductory Session starts Jan 13 with Anita Werner 213C Baker St. 250-352-3935 APPLIED COMBAT MARTIAL ARTS 6:30 - 8 p.m. Adult Class 525 Josephine St. 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 Arpita,6 Mile, 3067 Heddle Rd, 250-825-0011 avannest@shaw.ca KUNDALINI YOGA with Catherine Leighland 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Shambhala Meditation Centre, 444 Baker St., upstairs 352-6132 FELDENKRAIS CLASSES 7 - 8 p.m. Heal your back. Relieve chronic pain and tension. Selkirk College,Judy Katz, 250-352-3319, somatikatz@gmail.com RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS 3:15-4:00 p.m. Introductory ages 4-5 4:00-5:30 p.m. Intermediate ages 8 & up 5:30-6:30Inter/adv extra class S. Nelson, Rhythmic Dimensions 505-1812 QI-GONG & CHEN TAI CHI 7 - 8 p.m. at the Central School Gym. Info 505-4562 Chris Gibson

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Briefly Journey with dance improv

Open class on Friday Oct. 2, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Moving Centre, 533A Baker St. Marisa Vachon offers this journey with dance. The class is meant to be a fun and dynamic class to give people an opportunity to engage in different approaches to dance improvisation such as five rhythms, authentic movement, narrative dance and fundamentals of contact improvisation. Vachon is an experienced mover with over 20 years of practice in the movement arts. A synthesis of various modalities, this journey will bring more integration to the body-mind-spirit and activate a deeply transformative exploration with self as well as the environment. Suitable for people of all ages, body types and abilities. The open class is by donation and after that, classes run from Friday, Oct. 9 until Friday, Dec. 11 and costs $120. For information contact 352-0886 or visit www. thewellnessqi.com.

Chi gong, chen tai chi, broad sword lessons

Tuesdays and Thursdays, starting Oct. 1, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Central School Gym Chris Gibson offers this beginner’s chi-gong, chen tai-chi, and tai-chi broad sword classes that will continue throughout the winter. Chi-gong is a unique exercise system that focuses on moving energy throughout the body. Chen tai-chi is one of the oldest and original forms of tai-chi. Chen tai-chi focuses on discovering body align-

ment and structure, understanding the relationship between yin and yang within one’s body, utilizing spiralling energy, and developing full-body power. With every month comes a printout explaining different elements and aspects of tai-chi. Gibson’s teacher is Eric Tuttle, and his lineage teacher is Ma Hong. Unique to this session will be the chen tai-chi broad sword, which applies tai-chi principles to the broad sword. Beginner and advanced students are welcome. The first class is free, subsequent classes are $50 per month. For more information, contact 505-4562.

Waking, dreaming and dying, a Buddhist view

Friday, Oct. 2, 7 p.m. at the Nelson Municipal Library, 602 Stanley St. and Saturday, Oct. 3 and Sunday, Oct. 4 at 6425 Sproule Creek Road, Taghum This is a weekend of study of living and dying with guest teacher, Chuck Damov. Damov has studied extensively with many Tibetan meditation masters in India, Nepal and Vancouver. For five years he taught a college-level introductory course in Mahayana Buddhism in Vancouver. The suggested donation for the public talk is $7. Following the talk on Saturday and Sunday, Damov will look at the the relationship between the dreaming of life and dying process, Buddhist exercises, practices related to dying for self, others and eight inner visions. The cost is $20 to $50 �� per day. � For more information call 354-0206 or 352-3061 or visit �� www.tashicholing.ca.

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Working one-on-one with a certified yoga therapist can help you take and active role in your own health, whether you are new to the practice and in recovery from disease or injury, or looking for depth in your present yoga practice.

In Nelson at: Kootenay Health Services • 625 Front Street 250-352-1116 • www.innerwaveyoga.com

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Catering

�� Employment Ops Events � �� RODNEY DECROO & Dave Lang NEED EXTRA INCOME? Everyday JAMAICAN CATERING IN your home:

“Our Feelings Your Money Tour: Scout Hall Nelson. Tuesday September 29. Consultants in your area! Visit www. everydaystyle.com or call 1-866-378WAKING, DREAMING AND DYING: �� 4331 for information. A TIBETAN BUDDHIST VIEW with guest teacher, Chuck Damov. Friday, CHILDCARE WANTED 3-4 hrs/wk in **OPERATIONS MAINTENANCE October 2nd, Public Talk, 7pm. Life, EXTRACTION �� Nelson for 2.5yr old boy potty trained. COORDINATOR, Death and Rebirth: The Buddhist TAILINGS** Perm,FT, requires Class�� Call Sophie 505-5231 �� View, Nelson Library, Victoria St. 3-Power Engineer w/ABSA, 10 years LOVING, FUN, EXPERIENCED, �� entrance. Suggested donation $7. experience. Must relocate to Fort �� nanny/babysitter/mother’s helper. �� Saturday, October 3rd 10-5, Sunday, McMurray. Send resume to: LP Human New to area, great references. My �� October 4th 10-4. Sliding scale $20Resources: pattiballard@shaw.ca, background includes Waldorf and �� 50/day. 250-354-0206. www.tashichoFax:403-206-7018. �� Buddhist education, macrobiotics, �� ling.ca Area Perm,FT, raw food diet, and yoga instruction. **SHIFT TEAM LEAD, FROTH** �� GRAND OPENING! EARTH requires 4th-Class Power Engineer w/10 Available starting late October. Katy Community Clay Studios 301 years experience. Must relocate to Fort katyclaire@gmail.com (250)226�� Vernon, September 26 1-4 p.m. McMurray. Send resume to �� LP Human 7116 �� Demonstrations, sample the studio! Resources: pattiballard@shaw.ca, RELIABLE AND RESPONSIBLE 19 �� Enroll in classes for all ages starting Fax:403-206-7018. year old available to babysit. call �� September 28. www.earthstudiosonCharmaine phone 354-1873, 250- **PIPING INTEGRITY TECHNICIAN** �� line.com Perm, FT, requires Journeyman Pipefitter 505-7615 �� w/5-10 years experience. Must relocate �� to Fort McMurray. Send resume to LP �� Human Resources: pattiballard@shaw. �� ca, Fax: 403-206-7018. 1ST / 2ND / 3rd Mortgages. Your Credit �� GRACO STROLLER $50, InStep / Age / Income is NOT an issue. If you TAXPAYERS �� Jogging Stroller $50, Plastic Jungle CANADIAN own a home, weÕll lend you money. FEDERATION working for lower taxes, �� Gym $20, call 250-352-2441 �� ALPINE CREDITS 1.800.587.2161. less waste, accountable government �� BABY GATES FOR sale. 1-wooden - Now offers commission based income �� DEBT CONSOLIDATION PROGRAM. swing - $30, 1-plastic friction $10. with trailers. Looking for self-motivat�� Helping Canadians repay debts, reduce �� Also booster seat $20. 352-3704. ed leaders. Info line 1-866-443-6020 or eliminate interest, regardless of (Leave message). your credit. Steady Income? You may qualify for instant help. Considering - Experienced Christmas Craft Faires ASPHALT PAVING �� Bankruptcy? Call 1-877-220-3328 Paver Operators, �� Screed, Roller BEAN HERE NOW, we have deliCALL FOR VENDORS: Balfour Hall’s Operators, Rakermen. Work throughout FREE Consultation Government cious socially and environmentally 2 separate Christmas Craft fairs, Nov. Alberta. Accommodations supplied. For Approved, BBB Member. responsible Capulin coffee. We are 14 or Nov. 21, 9 a.m - 2 p.m. 250- more info or to apply: www.southrock. �� $500$ LOAN SERVICE, by phone, no beside JB Office. 229-5265. ca. Fax 403-568-1327. credit refused, quick and easy, payable �� REMEMBER BENJI AND “The Clean DISCONNECTED? NEED CHEAP reliover 6 or 12 installments. Toll Free: 1Bean”? Now back in Nelson: Capulin! able phone or internet service? Great 877-776-1660. Made fresh by the cup every day �� low rates! Calling features & long disat Bean Here Now. Visit our mobile HC-S (HOME COMPUTING Solutions) tance available. Free ADSL connection. cantina beside JB Office. Offering reliable and competitively priced Phone Factory Reconnect 1-877-336INTERESTED IN THE Catholic Faith? PC Support & Computer skills training. 2274; www.phonefactory.ca. �� FREE CHAIR UPRIGHT/DINING Join our Inquiry Group. Thursdays, From Hardware to Network we come to quite pretty. 250-352-2277 7-8:30 p.m. For information call 250you’No Solution NO FEE’ Tel#250-505352-7131. 4940 E-mail hc-s@live.ca MARTHA STEWART LIVING & CUSTOMER SERVICE AUDITORS. Chatelaine magazine back issues in MAC AIRPORT EXTREME wireless DON’T FORGET! GET your bids into Part-time casual. Pay is per assignment. excellent condition phone 250-359internet base station for MAC or PC. local businesses for Nelson Grans Computer required. 1-888-740-8182. Please proof for accuracy phone, fax or email with any changes or5975 anevenings approval. $75 OBO callthen 250-352-1806 Silent Auction. Ends Oct. 3rd KENMORE SELF-CLEANING Phone: 250.354.3910 • Fax: 250.352.5075 • Email: COLUMBIA BASINsales@expressnews.bc.ca ALLIANCE for ELECTRIC range. Oven part does Literacy is looking for volunteer tutors �� not work. off. For pick up call 352 The Express is not responsible for any errors after the client has signed for its adult literacy program. Free LOOKING FOR WOMAN’S sewing LEARN FRENCH: BEGINNER to training Oct.3rd and 4th 9a.m.-4:30p. ��0147 mannequin good condition reasonadvanced students, certified French m. Phone 250-825-0185 READY TO GO! 3 healthy, litter able price preferably on stand green teacher, native French-speaking. trained kittens, good with small dogs mamaturtle69@hotmail.com �� PERENNIAL SALE: YOU Dig. All MArie 250-505-5325 (250)825-9626 proceeds go to Our Daily Bread. Sat PRIVATE TEACHER LOOKING FOR Oct 3 9-11 a.m. 423 Carbonate St. a private teacher to teach 2 stuEXHIBITION �� dents, grades 10&11, 250-837-5452 PHOTOGRAPHY MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION RATED BY local artist Julie Castonguay info@selkirkexperience.com #2 for At-Home Jobs. Achieve your goal. GLASS-TOP ROUND DINING table Elephant Mountain Gallery (535 EARTH COMMUNITY CLAY Studios Work from home! Start your Medical with 4 matching upholstered chairs, Baker st)until October 16th. Enroll in classes for all ages starting Transcription training today. Contact nearly new and very stylish, $500 CAREER OPTIONS (KASLO) Learn September 28. www.earthstudiosonCanScribe at 1-800-466-1535, www. OBO 352-7974. available to canscribe.com, info@canscribe.com. Please proof for accuracyline.com then phone, fax or emailabout withprograms any changes orhelp an approval. QUEEN MATRESS AND box spring, you re-enter the workforce. 250-353TRAIN TO BE AN APARTMENT/ good condition $150. Double bed 2618. Selkirk-College Phone: 250.354.3910 Condominium • Fax: 250.352.5075 • Email: sales@expressnews.bc.ca Manager from home. Jobs frame,new, black $40. (250)354COMPASSION INSIDE AND OUT registered across Canada! Thousands 0311 The Express is not responsible for any errors after the client has signed off. Nonviolent Communication 6 Week of grads working. Government regisSTUDENT URGENTLY NEEDS ride, TOP OF TEAK hutch / cabinet - glass Courses in Nelson and the Valley. tered. 29 years of success. Information: Slocan Valley to Nelson arriving 7am shelves and light. Requires slight www.RMTI.ca or 1-800-665-8339, 604- Starting Oct 6th and 7th. Call Melody Mon-Thurs, Passmore Hwy pickup modification. $175 - 250-352-9267 at 250-226-7261 to Register 681-5456. ideal. 226-6968. Restoration cafe chef bringing it to you. Information: 250-505-0751, Irie��

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WASHER, DRYER, DISHWASHER, Oven, 100$ each OBO Contact 505.2933

LOOKING FOR A treadmill, preferably folding. Call 352-0153 evenings. FALL SAVINGS!!! 9 weeks for $99. Look great. Feel great. Lose weight. Results guaranteed. Call Herbal Magic 1-800-926-4363 for more information. Limited time offer. COMMUNITY CLEANSE: INDIVIDUALS who have completed Michael Smith’s, Returning to an Indigenous Diet/21st Century Health Challenge, and want to revisit the cleanse this fall. Assembling a group to meet weekly to share information, recipe ideas and support. Call 352-5541.

MOUNTAIN BIKE FOUND, east slope of Kootenay lake Sept long weekend. Call 250-808-1528 with discription FOUND GOLD RING with stone @ Extra Foods last week. Phone with description 505.2138 FOUND OAKLY SUNGLASSES Sept. 15th, near Finley’s. Call to identify 357-9906 FOUND KITTEN: 7 month old orange male named Minou. Call 352-5771. LOWER FAIRVIEW - I’m missing my 18 yr old small black cat, “Raven”. please call 352-7371 LOST: WOMAN’S OLD Navy Jean Jacket last week somewhere in uphill. I miss my jacket! 250-352-3137 LOST LADIES SILVER bracelet at Lakeside Soccer parking area on Wed Sept 9. 352-1200 LOST ON SEPT 8th from Ward and Mill St. Small, black, medium haired, male cat. Fluffy tail, grey behind ears. 354-3984.

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Misc. for Sale

NELSON FOOD CUPBOARD Society seeking Coordinator for 1 yr maternity leave with possibility to extend. Necessary skills: grant writing, event planning, public speaking, management experience, writing and computer skills. Bookkeeping skills an asset. Salary commensurate with experience. View full job description at www. foodcupboard.org. Deadline for application: October 22, 2009. E-mail resume to: tlpowell@shaw.ca or mail to: NFCS, 602 Silica St, Nelson, BC V1L 4N1 REMOVE YOUR RECORD: A CRIMINAL Record can follow you for life. Only PARDON SERVICES CANADA has 20 years experience. Guaranteeing record removal. Call: 18-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366). www. RemoveYourRecord.com. HEATFLEXX INC, WINDSHIELD wiper manufacturer is setting up mini distributors. Work from home. Get started today! Contact us NOW! sales@heatflexx.com, www.heatflexx.com, 705-949-0067. KENMORE WASHING MACHINE, heavy-duty, extra-capacity, white, good condition, $100. 357-9457 (Ymir) 2 GALLONS YOLO earth friendly interior paint from Building Tree, warm yellow, Offers? Slava 352 0047

ENTERTAINMENT UNIT 20”X50” with shelves misc. cupboard doors $5 ea. call 325-5169 BIKE RACK $20, Stationary Bike(new), Portable Basketball System(new) $100, Telescopic Ladder $50, Chrome Pullout Drawer $25, GPS Tracker $60 352-6065 COMPLETE 18VOLT RYOBI Battery Set, 1/2’ drill, circsaw, recipsaw, vacuum and flashlite great condition 354-3793 HITACHI REAR-PROJECTION TV, works great, upgrading to Plasma. Includes 13” TV-VCR combo $200. 825-4408 CANON AE1 WITH 50/1.8 & macro 50/3.5 lenses, mint condition, asking $600 OBO. 250-551-9150 AC/DC 10” COLOUR TV and cable converter with remote $40, SnoRacer sled $10, ph: 250-352-2823 LOVELY WOOD KITCHEN hutch and table, volant shaped skis 182cm.,swivel t.v. stand 250-3529150 WOMAN’S BOOTS, SIZE 9, Columbia Sportswear, thermolite lining, like-new, Contact Connie 3544352 4’ 1000 WATT Oullet baseboard heater still in box, $80. 250-359-7008 KID’S RED WAGON, small trampoline-rebounder, speakers, turntable, amplifier, coffee table, microwave cabinet, $30- each, 250-359-7756 WHIRLPOOL DEHUMIDIFIER. BOUGHT for $250, selling for $100. Works excellent but is a loud unit. 352-2879. USED DOORS- LARGE assortment $10 & up, lateral filing cabinets $100 & up 250-352-7228

Garage Sales HOUSEHOLD ITEMS, TOYS, electronics, oak veneer table. 901 Front St., Sat. Oct. 3, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

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Misc. for Sale

Misc. Wanted

Music & Dance

Pets & Livestock

Sports Equipment

SURLY 1X1 SINGLESPEED bike. 18”. Hope disc brakes, Maxxis tires. Barely ridden. Sweet! 250354-5331.

WOODSTOVES-JOTUL F100, USED two seasons, like new-$500. Older Jotul $75obo Good for workshop/garage. 551-1074

HORSE MANURE, AGED preferably, please leave message AT 250-229-5265

WANT TO LEARN Guitar? Start Playing Real Music Quickly And Easily. Call To Enroll 250-509-2888

2YR OLD LAYING hens for sale, $5 each, apples, 250-359-7773

DURALINER CHIMNEY PIPE 27’ $150, wood stove free, 8’concession trailer $600, jet pump $400, 355-2327

LARGE DOG CRATE $20. Rocky Horror album excellent condition $20. Pine book case $25. 250-3541546.

LOOKING FOR USED hanging picture frames various sizes. Wood or Metal. Call 250-352-9720

BALDWIN PIANO, YAMAHA keyboard for sale, call 250-5059458 for details.

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

T.V. 19 INCH Toshiba $15, Chair: cane & chrome for dining room or desk $15, 352-3014

SOAKER TUB,OFF WHITE, includes all plumbing. Mint shape ask. $150, 226-7650

FOR MY SONS paper route: One of those metal wire thingy’s with wheels. 352-6698

FREE SWORD DANCE Class! (donations for space) 5 participants, A Mother Palm Sword Dance class 250-551-4431

1990 PONTIAC TRANSPORT van $450.00, sm.washer and dryer $160.00 woodstove $150.00, golf caddy $100.00 250-352-0746

VITO ALTO SAX, Needing to sell. Carrying it around for too long. Offers 352-0335

KENMORE DRYER. ENERGY star rated. Works great. $100obo phone 250-505-5525 8 PERSON HOT tub well maintained with new cover $1500. fiberglass canoe, white $500 both obo ENVIRO FIRE PELLET stove$400, RSF energy wood furnace$400. organic buffalo dog food 250 359 7901. AUTO SAT. TV system for RV, Bel, Direct & Dish $1400.00 Will help install Ken 352-0136 CEDAR SHINGLES (#2), 3 squares, $80 each; Kelty child carrier with sun/rain hood, $50; 250.354.4232 TOPLOAD WASHER AND dryer new condition $400.00 Portapotti never used $75.00 229-4544 BRAND NEW 4GB Zune for Microsoft XP or Vista. Asking Price $125. Call 250-352-7603. CHAMPION JUICER FOR sale $250.00 250-608-0094 in Thrums 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

HOME PHONE DISCONNECTED? Call HOME PHONE RECONNECT. 1-866-287-1348, Referral Program: Connect NOW for a chance to win an entertainment package! CALL NOW! 1-866-287-1348. STURDY WALKER SUITABLE for heavier person. Width27”, collapsible, has basket. $250. 250-3521631 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. AFFORDABLE PHONE RECONNECTION. Up to $30. off for new customers! Great rates for phone and long distance! Call Tembo 1-877-2666398 or sign up online www.tembo.ca.

SINGLE FUTON IN good condition/mold-free, w or w/o frame. 352-9304 LOOKING TO BUY low grade HAY to mulch with, 250 226-7993. FREEZER BURNT/OUTDATED MEAT. What ever you have. Too make dog food. Will pick up. 2266796

Sleds/Bikes 1996 HONDA REBEL 250cc. Only 4,000km. New tires last fall. Nice Clean Bike. $2600 250-505-5004

MUSIC LESSONS: KEYBOARD/ piano, accordion, mandolin. All ages. Diverse styles. 352-1917

Notices BEAN HERE NOW serving Capulin, a single origin handcrafted Mexican jungle coffee, at our cantina beside JB Office BEAN HERE NOW Meant to Bean beside JB Office

Other FREE VOLUNTEER TUTOR Training workshop Oct.3rd and 4th 9am-4:30P. M. Call Melissa to register 250-8250185. 18FT. CAMPER TRAILER fully equipped 1500.00 obo. Call Lorne 250-551-3749

OLDER PLOW BLADE for full size truck. 354-1020 WANTED: DEWALT CORDLESS drill charger 250-509-0348 1 STANDARD POWER pole for residential property. 250-3542945 LOOKING FOR LID-LOCKS of an old Auto-clave 250-226-7918

INSPIRED ADULT STUDENT requires classical guitar with electronic tuner, carrying case. Practical price. Debra 250-352-9876

2004 MAZDA3 GS, grey, auto/manual transmission, 105000km, winter tires, excellent condition, 8700$. Call Philippe 250-505-4390 1986 FORD BROUGHAM, midsized, good condition, 4 extra winters on rims, $1495. 250-352-5067 1997 DIESEL JETTA, great condition, winter tires, roof rack, new suspension, clutch, more 260000km 2001 HONDA CIVIC $ 5400 obo 4 door, 5 speed, 185,000 km, reliable and great on gas. 250-352-9900 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER , 2001 limited edition, leather seats, moon-roof, tinted windows, A/C, C/C, $4000/obo 250-354-7757 2000 OLDS ALERO 2dr coupe,auto,V6,loaded, custom wheels and tires plus winters $4600 250-352-0191 2002 SUBARU IMPREZA. 5sp, 2.5l TS. 4dr hatch, A/C, stereo, 8 tires. 110,000km. $12,500 obo. 505-7645 95 FORD CONTOUR. 5 spd. Great car. Need to sell $1800 obo. Charla 250-505-7612 1995 NEON CHRYSLER needs part 500.00 Khy 250 352 0327 2003 KIA RIO, Auto, 123,000 kms recently replaced timing belt, new snow tires $2800.00 354-4146 14 INCH EAGLE chrome rims and l/p all season tires. New, paid $1600.00 ask $1000.00 obo 250-551-3749 2003 VW JETTA diesel, 60 mpg, save $$, ac, good cond., $13,000 call 250-354-2764

Cars

WANTED DRUM KIT for learning, 30” propane stove, exterior doors, dining room table/chairs, beth 3552328

REACH 2.5 MILLION COMSUMERS with your ad here. ads@bccommunitynews.com or 1866-669-9222.

FREE CREDIT CARD / FREE Gas with purchaseÊ$0 DOWN. Need a Car, Truck, Van, SUV? Auto Credit Fast. Bad credit! No credit! Bankruptcy, Repossession! Credit Counselling! No problem. Call Stephanie today and drive away 1-877-792-0599. Free delivery anywhere. www.autocreditfast. caÊDLN30309. NEED A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Need a visa? We fund your future not your past. Good or bad credit. www.coastlineautocredit. com or 1-888-208-3205.

1996 ACURA TL 2.5 ltr. 154,000 km. Excellent condition. Must be seen, $8,990. 250- 352-7823 1992 BMW 525I Black, leather, moonroof, set of winters on rims, runs sweet. $5500. 551-1502 1990 HONDA CIVIC - runs, needs water pump? selling AS IS for price of tires $400 Anita 250-352-2288 2009 YARIS CE three door 21000km full set of winter tires on rims 250505-9985

WANTED: GOOD QUALITY grain mill for making flour from grain. Hand cranked or electric. 250-3526399

MORGANA LE FAY the All-Girl Heavy Metal Rock band needs a vocalist, bassist, drummer. Kerry 352-6200

Sleds/Bikes

SAILBOAT 23’, SLEEPS 4, fully camperised, catch the wind, great for lake $6000obo. 250-229-4939 TWELVE FOOT ALUMINUM, good condition Princecraft boat with oars $ like new belly boat, $600. 250229-4351 1975 SANGSTER DOUBLE hull, 65h Mercury motor, on trailer. $2000 obo 354-1020 J-24 PERFORMANCE SAILBOAT, sleeps 4, extra sails, 24ft.’ deep water deck at Prestige, paid until April. 410,000 with trailer, $9000 without. 250-359-7878

SMALL TUB WANTED, about 3 ft. round, plastic or steel. 226-7880

AT LAST! AN iron filter that works. IronEater! Fully patented Canada/ U.S.A. Removes iron, hardness, sulfur, smell, manganese from well water. Since 1957. Phone 1-800-BIG IRON; www.bigirondrilling.com.

Auto Financing

Boats

HELP OUT AND get rid of your unwanted quality furniture. Please call Nikki 250-354-1371

Music & Dance

Personals BRIAN--MET YOU ON the beach Sunday afternoon--Dennis. Get in touch at dennis_eh@yahoo.com

WANTED TO BUY 1 to 3 young rabbits . call 250-352-0076 UNDER 2 YEAR old Chameleon, 5’ tall plastic cage, Waterfall, large & small cricket cages, light. $220 MIN-PIN CHIHUAHUA YORKIE terrier puppies 1 female 3 males $400 great loyal companions 250-5510202 call emily BEAUTIFUL BALINESE X kittens for sale. 3 with blue eyes. 7 wks. old. Littered trained. $50. Call 250352-0418.

Trucks/SUVs/Vans

MAN WITH TRUCK demo, cleanup, new construction, concrete, decks, good rates Call Mike 250352-2889 or 250-354-7378 ORCA TRUCK FOR HIRE. Will do dump runs, moving, etc. Patrick 505-0612. 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 5051141

DATING SERVICE. LONG-TERM/ SHORT-TERM Relationships, FREE CALLS. 1-877-297-9883. Exchange voice messages, voice mailboxes.1888-534-6984. Live adult casual conversations-1on1, 1-866-311-9640, Meet on chat-lines. Local Single Ladies.1877-804-5381(18+).

Sports Equipment

Auto Financing

2008 KAWASAKI VULCAN - less than 3000km. Fully loaded. Mint condition. New $10,000 asking $8,500. 250-354-1944

CANOPY 60” X 86” Long box Toyota or Ranger, $120. 4, 15” alumin. rims, 6 hole, Toyota, $100. 2 tires, 31” x 10.5” $50. 825-0168 GOODYEAR NORDIC R175/70R13 set of 4 on rims - used one winter $400 Anita 250-352-2288 DOUBLECROSS TOWERS TO fit Yakima roof racks for Dodge Caravan. Paid $165. Asking $80. 250-352-7035.

Travel

VOLKL GOTAMA TWIN Tip Freeride Skis. Still in factory plastic. 190cm. $600obo. 250-365-2600.

Services

CLEANING SERVICES: WE clean your house the way you want it cleaned using green products. Excellent References 250-5514449

Sleds/Bikes

HOUSE FOR SALVAGE in Crescent Valley. Call for information 359-7981

DISCOUNT TIMESHARES - Save 6080% off Retail! Worldwide Locations! Call for Free Info Pack! 1-800-5979347, www.holidaygroup.com/bcn. POLAR BEAR DAY TOURS - jet nonstop from Calgary to Churchill this November. Experience an day on a guided polar bear safari. Return to Calgary the same evening. 1-866-4601415; www.classiccanadiantours.com. HAVE A TIMESHARE OR VACATION TO SELL? Reach 2.5 million consumers with your ad here. ads@bccommunitynews.com or 1-866669-9222. ODD JOBS AROUND THE house. Carpentry repairs, painting, etc. Reliable - prompt - cheap ! Brant 250-352-0991 ARTIST, CREATIVE INDIVIDUAL wants to find more work. Excellent experience in cleaning & is a great team player. Would like to expand into the film making & movie industry! Call Nelson CARES Society at 250352-6011, ext 15 for more information. DILIGENT, HARD WORKING individual seeking p/t housekeeping work. Follows instructions very well & methodical with tasks. Always punctual & reliable! Available for 3-4 hour shifts. Email supportedemployment@ nelsoncares.ca to find out more! POLITE, FRIENDLY YOUNG man looking for work. Very strong work ethic & great sense of humour. Call 250-352-6011 ext 15 if you are looking for someone dedicated to the job. You will not regret it!

#1 PARDON SERVICE - We can remove your criminal record in 6 months! Receive FREE pardon or waiver evaluation. We guarantee it - Ask for details! Call Toll-Free 1-888-646-0747, www. pardons.ca.

Toys & Wheels

Tenders

THULE CASCADE XT 1500 cargo box. 69”x32”x16.5”. Great condition. $300. call 352-9919.

LOOKING FOR AN old chevy truck FOR SALE: 2007 Ford Ranger XL 4x2 Reg. cab, 5-spd. manual/OD , 60-70’s, for use around the yard, air/radio, trailer tow, 35,000 KM. Gray 250-305-3535. Metallic No GST, remaining warranty. 1991 MAZDA B2600I 4x4 pickup, Excellent Condition. $10,500 Firm. good rubber, extra-cab, box-liner, 2006 HONDA CRF 250R $5000, Phone 250-355-2491 new clutch, rebuilt 4cyl, 5spd, 5052002 XR50R $1000, excellent con1993 MAZDA 4CYL 4x4 PU w/can5034 dition. Adult & kids gear for sale. opy: body solid, new clutch, tires, 1991 RED CHEVY S-10 Extcab 352-3526 rebuilt engine, $5300. 505-5034. 200,000km Automatic C/W toolbox KID’S ROAD HELMET XS & wetskins 1981 VOLKSWAGON WESTFALIA, all-seasons and winters $1000 obo m/c rain-suit SM -lightly used- make good shape, mechanically well main1973 CHEV PICK-UP, auto 307, $500 an offer! Anita 250-352-2288 tained, recent fully rebuilt engine firm. Drive away. 250-355-2354 2-225/60X16 RANGER �� GRIP �� tires, $5,900 obo. 250-505-5201 2005 SUZUKI 650 V-strom. 32,000k. 70%, $60. 352-1619 1966 VOLKSWAGEN VAN, comExcellent condition. $5,000. 551� �� 1991 TOYOTA 4X4 pickup, winch, plete, very rusty, good papers, 225/60R16 TOYO WINTERS 95% 7350. extra tires/rims, good winter beater. $500obo. 1980 Volovo wagon, no tread, $750 new sell for $550 obo Needs work. $1600obo. 359-7774 78 HONDA CM185T Twinstar great �� motor, $200obo 266-6947 (250) 354-9851 FOR SALE 1997 Toyota Tacoma condition excellent starter bike $1000 1988 FORD F250 SCab 2WD CANOPY - RANGE Rider. Grey, fits extended cab with canopy. 4wheel 359-6890 PU. Propane Powered. Camper full size pick up. Side windows. $425. �� drive automatic. $9800.00 phone Ready. 324,606 km. 900.00 OBO 2 ATVS ONE 90cc and one 250cc like OBO #250-551-5501 250-352-9755 250.399.4596 new $2500 OBO both 354-1506 4 BF GOODRICH mud terrain tires ALASKAN CAMPER- IDEAL for 35” 12.50 15s. Lot’s of tread. $650 lowers, Level furnace, stove & Sudoku Difficulty - Medium sk9M000097 Sudoku Classic obo 250-551-0203 Difficulty Level - EasyClassic hunter, sk9E000071 �� fridge- $600 OBO 250-352-3248 NOKIAN WINTER SNOW tires on 1998 BOX TENT CAMPER, fits 1999 FORD RANGER 4X4 x-cab, V6, 1988 TOYOTO CAMRY fwd, clutch rims. Four 185/60R15 Hakkapeliitta 6’truck box, sleeps 4 $1500 firm ; AC, CD, Auto, 245K Great Shape! gone, S/W tires, new brake pads, RSi. Like new 1500km. $525. 250phone 250-35-96606 $3900 250-344-0680 Golden new timing belt $300 352-7666. 352-6268. 2007 LIGHT HYBRID trailer can be 1973 CAMPER VAN For Sale, re2-BLIZZAK 195/65/15 WINTER tires pulled by a van. Immaculate condi1985 TOYOTA TERCEL 4WD built transmission, runs well, body in in good shape. 250-359-8108 Please tion. Fully loaded. $14500 250-825wagon, lots of good parts. Offers. good shape, $600 250-352-0416 4181 clocke@shaw.ca leave a message. 359-7248

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House Sitting

Rentals

AMAZING COUPLE LOOKING for amazing house. Available starting mid-late October. Great references. Pet friendly. We’d love to care for your home through the snowy winter! Katy & Dusty katyclaire@gmail.com (250)226-7116 EXPERIENCED RELIABLE PROF. female is available to housesit/petsit with refs. Short/long term. 250-308-4084, email: potatosalad64@yahoo.ca I WILL CARE for your house/property while you are away. Maintenance experience. References. Lived/worked Nelson 20yrs. 250-357-9588 EXPERIENCED NON-SMOKING HOUSE SITTER/PET-SITTER available in Rossland. With refs. Email: potatosalad64@yahoo.ca MATURE EXPERIENCED COUPLE from Nelson New-Zealand for house exchange or house rental 24/0126/03 zanahe@herenow.co.nz EXPERIENCED HOUSESITTER AVAILABLE for longer term housesits in Nelson area. Dependable, trustworthy, tidy. Jen 250-505-6515

LARGE EXECUTIVE FAMILY House at 9 mile. 4bedroom, 2 bath, hot tub, lake views, large yard. $1700 778995-9070 CHARMING 2 BDR furnished waterfront beach house; close to Nelson; n/s, n/p, w/d; references required. 250-505-2190 SPACIOUS FURNISHED 3BDRM main-floor, great yard, 5min to Nelson. Mature, N/S, N/P, $1000+, available immediately. 505-2060 1BDRM, IN QUIET house, for a mature tenant. Includes bathroom, and cooking area, N/P, N/S. $500 includes utilities. 352-3400 3 BEDROOM SUITE. Pets allowed. Yard, parking, beautiful neighborhood. $999/mo + utilities. Nov 1st 250 352 7303. TWO BEDROOM APARTMENT available Oct.1, near downtown. Maximum two people, 1025 including heat. NS/NP 250-354-2093 2 BEDROOM SUITE - main & upper floor in Fairview. N/S N/P $1100/month + utilities for Oct. 1 Rentals@NelsonRealty.ca 250-3522100 BEAUTIFUL TREATMENT ROOM in a full service clinic for rent. Reception & utilities included. Perfect for a chiropractor, RMT or other licensed practitioner. For more information please call the Academy of Classical Oriental Sciences Outpatient Clinic at 250352-9952. 2BDRM MOBILE HOME 5 km west of Salmo $600/month plus utilities. 250-357-0012 2 BEDROOM HOUSE at 12Mile on the waterfront. Available Nov. 1st, 1200/month plus utilities. 250-5091011 after 5 p.m. SEPARATE ROOM/BATH, PARTIAL exchange for rent helping elderly woman shop, socialize Nov 1 - Feb 28. connied5@hotmail.com ROOMMATE WANTED. MUST like dogs & have vehicle. Long Beach. Bright. Beautiful. Lake view. (250)5054285 OCT-1, VERY PRIVATE 3-bdrm 2storey bungalow Nelson. Referecesbackground check required. 5 appliances 1000/month no smoking-pets. 352-9282 2 BEDROOM,1 BATHROOM house for rent close to downtown,F/S,W/D. No smoking, pets negotiable, Nov.1st $1300. 250-505-5208 FURNISHED BEDROOM 5MIN from Selkirk College. Wireless internet, W/D. Rent $550/month all inclusive 250-352-5501

CRAWFORD BAY: CABIN for Rent. $575.00 plus electric/heat. N/S. References. Call 250-505-2555

Real Estate APARTMENT FOR SALE, quiet 2BDR. Ground level corner unit with patio. $189,000 Robert 352-9769 www.nelsonhome.ca RIVERVIEW IN RIVERVALE, $193,900 2bd, 1ba 250-512-1416. Open house Sept. 26 12-3 p.m. id#196245 5 BDRM BRAND new executive home gorgeous mntn. river views ten min from Nelson $670,000 250352-3559 FACTORY PRE-FAB HOMES LIQUIDATION! Save 50%++!! Canadian Manufacturer Must Sell Pre-Engineered Building Systems. US Builder Bankruptcy. Example: Quality 1036SF CCMC/BCIN Certified Package originally $26,000.00, SACRIFICE $12,975.00!!! Other sizes to 2484SF - FIRST COME! Green-R-Panel: 1-800871-7089. IMMEDIATE/SPRING 2010 DELIVERY AVAILABLE!!

Rentals 2 BEDROOM HOUSE, Nelson, December 1 to March 1, 3 months, no pets, $900. /mo.,incl utilities, 250505-5159.

3 BEDROOM HOUSE, Crawford Bay. Nov.1/09. $780.00, elec./heat, month. n/s, references. Call 250505-2555 SHARED ACCOMODATION, ROOM for rent $450 a month including utilities, internet access, small pets ok, n/s 3-BDR, 1.5 BATH townhouse w/yard, Rosemont, $1250 + utilities. W/D, N/ P, N/S. Quiet, spacious. Oct.2 250352-9686 4 BED 2 bath home in New Denver. lrg shop, hot tub,wood heat. $1000/ month, Kamele @ 250-355-0008 3 BEDROOM SUITE 3kms from Nelson. Yard, deck,view, pets ok! $1000/mo. Oct 1st 250 352 7303 FAIRVIEW CONDO NICE 1Bed/Den. Security. Parking. N/S N/P. Senior Lady. $900.00 250-352-6911. e-mail irene.wb@shaw.ca

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FANTASTIC TENANT SEEKS equally fantastic landlord, clean, safe, space, non-partier, affordable, references. ASAP. Marnie, 250-3529876 SINGLE MATURE MALE seeking affordable accommodations on fixed income, Balfour to Bleweet. Excellent references, 352-6266 SINGLE MOM OF 1 seeking 2bdrm apt or mobile asap reasonable rent PLEASE 250-352-1621 leave message LOOKING FOR A place that is reasonable rent 2 bedroom. 500.00650.00 utilities included. Castlegar to Playmore junction. 505-3018 I AM A single mother of 3 kids looking for a place to live in Nelson. Call 250-505-6844.

SEEKING ROOMMATE: VEGETARIAN, n/s, n/d, n/p, spiritually inclined. Beautiful rural, Crescent Valley, large yard, garden, possible trade work for rent. 359-7495 ROOM TO RENT, nice veiw, 375/ mo.,female to share house with male, no alcohol/tobacco, 505-1170. FEMALE LOOKING TO share 2bdrm, 2bth Heritage Character Duplex $475.pr/mnth. no pets Call Lisa 250-551-0076 $250 + 1/3 Utilities. Employed applicants only accepted. Near Silver King campus. Call Pax at 250-5059261.

Rentals - Commercial OFFICE WANTED ONE-ROOM office/studio, central Nelson location. Delia 551-3156 1000SQ FT DOWNTOWN Nelson. Suitable for multiple professions, street front access, lots of parking. Quiet. 250-352-0077

Rentals Wanted HOUSING URGENTLY NEEDED! Clean, safe, low-cost accommodations needed to house local low income citizens. For more information please contact Bev at Nelson Cares at : 250-551-3015

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HOMES & GARDENS Briefly Read with the Nelson Leafs

The Nelson Leafs will team up with the Nelson Municipal Library to Takea Shot-at-Reading. This book buddy program gives kids in Grades 2 to 5 an opportunity to improve their reading skills while giving local hockey players a chance to hang out with a young reader over a book they like, to listen and to encourage. Take-a Shot-at-Reading began last year with the help of the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy who provided the training session for the players and the literacy games. After their reading session, buddies could be seen huddled around library tables playing endless games of Hangman, Bingo or I Spy. This reading program is designed to give extra one on one practice time for kids and for both buddies to have fun. Half hour sessions are to be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school. First session begins on Thursday Oct. 1

at 3:30 p.m. For more information or to register call Nancy at 352-8283 or 352-6333.

Genealogy follow-up workshop

Saturday, Oct. 3, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Touchstones Nelson, 502 Vernon St. Local genealogy enthusiasts encountering difficulties in their family research can sign up for a genealogical problem solving clinic. The clinic is designed as a followup session for those who have attended the series of basic genealogy workshops offered by Touchstones Nelson, but is open to anyone wishing to attend. The clinic will be presented at the Shawn Lamb Archives at Touchstones Nelson with local researcher Pat Rogers and archivist Shawn Lamb in attendance to help solve the difficulties. Cost for the clinic is $10 for members and $12 for non-members. For further information, call 352-9813 (extension 1268).

Glacier/Howser power project floundering over bull trout The proposed Glacier/ Howser private power project has hit a major environmental snag and is again floundering over fish. Recently, the provincial Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) stopped the clock on the review of the controversial private power project due to impact on fish and fish habitat noting these posed a “significant challenge.” The EAO suspended the environmental review of the 100 MW Glacier/Howser project half way into the 180 day assessment process. They are requiring AXOR, the project’s proponent, to gather additional information on fish and fish habitat impacts before they complete the process. The review would be resumed if and when AXOR provides this information. The timeline for the suspension has not been confirmed. The suspension is a

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Aries March 21 - April 19

You may be feeling prosperous and content right now. If you have been receiving and enjoying phone calls, emails, or letters from friends or family that makes you happy, then share some of your joy by responding back to them. Take time to write a letter or little thank you note to the people who have supported you.

Taurus April 20 - May 20

Any project or activity that you are committed to right now will have a beneficial outcome. Try not to be impatience for the results, you have planted the seed and now it is time to cultivate it carefully before reaping the benefits. Let the natural cycle run its course. Your patience and efforts will be rewarded.

Gemini May 21 - June 20

This is a good time to go with the flow. If you have set any intentions lately, you may notice that you are discovering new opportunities are helping you. By remaining open to these new ideas you can take some time to explore them. You may find that by trying, you will discover what you like or do not like.

Cancer June 21 - July 22

If you are feeling indecision about an opportunity right now, take some time for yourself before taking action. By forcing action, you may find yourself at a block or stagnation later. The right action may be no action at all. As long as you have the right intentions, you will know when the time is right to move ahead.

Leo July 23 - August 22

You may be having feelings of jealousy right now. If you having these feelings, there is no need to worry or have doubts about your relationships. People in your life are faithful to you. You can cause more harm to yourself and situation by letting the green-eyed monster get involved.

Virgo August 23 - Sept 22

Be careful now of careless mistakes. It is easy to miss appointments and even receive unpleasant remarks. You may experience small annoying problems at work or at home. If things are not going smoothly right now it is best to face the problem straight on and solve them right away. There will be smoother sailing ahead.

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Libra Sept 23 - Oct 23

This may be a time of self-fulfillment for you. Your prosperity and abundance are flourishing right now. It is important to be able to give and receive graciously. Continue to cultivate your well-being. Trust in your actions as they will continue to cultivate abundance to your life and your Kootenay community.

Scorpio Oct 24 - Nov 21

Eco Centric Lee-Ann Unger

significant step for the EAO. It certainly shows that AXOR hasn’t done their homework and that the project poses such serious risks to the environment that the government had to stop the clock. It is definitely a step in the right direction. However, the EAO cannot reject the project, regardless of its environmental impact. This clearly illustrates problems with assessment the process. Environmental assessments are designed to assess project components, work with proponents to mitigate project impacts and to make recommendations to the Minister of Environment and Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources. The ministers make the final decision. This is troublesome and can result in politics taking precedent over responsible environmental decision-making.

Although the EcoSociety feels Glacier/ Howser project should be rejected out of hand because of the tremendous negative impact it would have on important bull trout populations, a number of threatened and endangered species including grizzly bears, and the massive public opposition to it, the recent EAO suspension is a step in the right direction.

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Sagittarius Nov 22 - Dec 21

This is a good time to utilize the abundance around you. Being resourceful right now is important. Beware of any self-defeating thoughts or tendencies as this could undermine your efforts. Keep your objectives in sight. Recycle anything that is not helping you and remain confident in your abilities.

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Sports & Recreation

September 30, 2009

The ABCs of fall

Bridge To Bridge 10K results Women

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“The Flash” crosses the finish line at the Bridge to Bridge 10 K race on Sunday, Sept. 20.

This beautiful fall sunshine is making it very hard to go inside for recreation these days. Nonetheless, when you’re ready the Nelson and District Community Complex arena has plenty of action for everyone. Public and adult skate has been underway for quite a few weeks now and welcomes more folks to partake and show off. All levels of hockey for kids, ladies and men are waiting for you to sign up and drop your puck. If you’re not into chilly ice-time just yet, get your (limited) exercise by walking the stairs to your seat at a Nelson Leafs game. Walking the arena concourse during regular NDCC hours is also a great way to get your weather protected, no hills workout.

In The Zone Kim Palfenier

The Nelson Regional Sports Council can be reached at: Box 1190, Nelson, BC V1L 6H3 (250)352-3989 phone (250)352-0046 fax nrsc@telus.net

The Nelson Badminton club starts its new adult season on Oct. 5 at Mary Hall. Sessions run twice weekly on Mondays and Thursdays from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. This club is open to new members. So if you’re looking for an adult community fun sport, drop in ($7) and check it out. The Nelson Curling

Club is opening their doors again on Tuesday, Oct. 13 for a free one night drop in open ice. League registration is Friday, Oct. 16, 7 p.m. at the curling rink. League play starts Tuesday, Oct. 20 with Tuesdays and Thursdays for men’s night, Wednesdays ladies night and Friday’s are mixed. Nelson Youth Soccer is winding down after another successful season with final day of play being on Saturday, Oct. 3. Later that same day U11 and U13 divisions will attend the annual awards banquet at Mary Hall while U7 and U9 will celebrate their season end with a game end treat at the field. Wednesday, Oct. 7 is the AGM, 7 p.m. at the Best Western on Baker Street.

Kim Palfenier is administrator for the Nelson Regional Sports Council.

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