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Gyro Park gets a fence-lift Designer and metal artist Patrick McIvor has been commissioned by the City of Nelson to build and install a fence at the lookout at Gyro Park. The design of the fence, constructed of steel, is in keeping with the local environment and displays embellishments meant to be fun for families who visit the area. The fence is just less than 100 feet long. The city was required to install a fence for safety reasons, but instead of putting up chain-link, they took the opportunity to invite artists to submit proposals. The result is a beautiful piece of art in a public space. NELSON BECKER

Crisis at KBRH averted, but seniors will suffer T.E. HARDY The crisis facing the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBRH) has for the moment been resolved but seniors still experience a shortfall in services. The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Seniors (SPCS) was among the large group of demonstrators who held a vocal yet dignified rally outside the hospital in Trail, while a meeting was taking place on Monday April 12th between representatives of the Interior Health Authority (IHA) and the hospital’s doctors, nurses and managerial

staff. The opposition across the board to extensive changes proved to be victorious, and services, while being restructured, will be maintained at their current level. “This was a fight that could never end,” explained Dr. Andre De Greef, chief of surgery at the hospital, “either an agreement could be reached or the hospital would close.” Prior to the meeting, doctors had taken the step of expressing a vote of no confidence in the IHA and were adamant that patient care was going to suffer. The restructuring at the hospital is necessary to maintain the “highest pos-

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sible service levels we can... with the resources available,” said Frank Marino, Health Service Administrator. To save funds Operating Room (OR) time-slots will�� be reduced from 20 to 16� per week with some procedures now taking place�� at the ambulatory site that require less staff and equip-�� ment. The number of fulltime OR nurses will also be reduced from 19 to 12 with 7 positions becoming part-time. It is estimated this will result in $400,000 of savings. “We need,” said Dr. De Greef, “new structures for medical input so conflict never happens again...so

local people have input.” the years,” says Maureen living centers and private Indeed the changes being Mitchell from Fruitvale, family care homes; the lack implemented are the very a member of Connected of home support services; ones proposed by doctors Communities Group and the need for help in paying and nurses 7 months ago SPCS, “have had a huge for medications; the lack �� of acute care for seniors making this fight “a waste impact on seniors because �� in Nelson and the lack of of everyone’s time.” And they depend so much� on �� such community input, the system. The govern- a quick-response nurse in �� Castlegar; the slow response according to Dr. De Greef, ment believes in the ��pri- �� by residents and by older vate delivery of health to surgeries deemed elective; transportation issues; experienced doctors in the care...that is the direction �� region, is precisely what is they are taking it.” Says Ron and poor planning for the Cameron; “We are protect- increasing elderly populaneeded to effectively deal �� Medicare services so tion in the Kootenays. with the continuing prob- �ing �� lems seniors experience they are there for�� you when Serious issues that have with health care coverage. �� you reach this age.” yet to be addressed; and �� Ron Cameron from Trail The SPCS identifies as Dr. De Greef poignantly and a member of SPCS the following as major remarked, “you know your �� would like to see a “ return �� problems: the inadequate country by the way they to the Community Health number of residential care treat their senior citizens.” Councils that we had beds; inappropriate regulabefore.” “The changes over tion and staffing of assisted ��

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NDCU heads back to work STEPHANIE TAYLOR The worker’s strike that all but halted business at the Nelson & District Credit Union is officially over as of last Thursday, April 15. Some of the employees headed back to work on Thursday, and operations were in full swing by Friday morning. “We were able to obtain a collective agreement which expires May 31, 2013,” said NDCU CEO Doug Stoddard, “so that’s three and a half years that we will work together under this agreement.” Stoddard opted out of discussing the details of

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Paula Sobie and Jocelyn Carver enjoy a delicious meal served in handmade bowls at the Hungry Bowls luncheon.

A successful and satisfying fundraiser The Nelson Food Cupboard Society’s annual Hungry Bowls Spring Luncheon was a success once again this year. On Tuesday, April 13, 60 people attended the lunchtime event and $2,500 was raised for the Nelson Food Cupboard. Guests chose a bowl from the selection made and donated by KSA students and alumni and then enjoyed a delicious lunch provided by many of

Nelson’s excellent restaurants and caterers. The money raised will help the Nelson Food Cupboard continue to share free food with people in Nelson and the surrounding area who need it. The Nelson Food Cupboard has been busier than ever this winter serving 1,000 to 1,300 customers every month. As a barrier-free emergency food service, the Nelson Food Cupboard is open three

days a week to the public and strives to offer a service that treats customers with dignity and respect. The Society operates with the belief that food is a human right and trusts its customers to know what they and their families need. If you missed this event but would like to support the Nelson Food Cupboard, please call 250-354-1633 to make a donation. - submitted

the collective agreement, and urged people to “make their own decisions.” Credit union members and the public at large can view the details of the agreement at the BC Labour website, www.lrb. bc.ca, which should be available soon. It is unknown how the two-month strike has effected business at the credit union, but as Stoddard pointed out, “There are no winners in this situation. We’re all losers.” In an effort to ease the pain of the last few months for members, the credit

union is offering to waive other banks’ ATM fees and provide free chequing services for one month. “We believe the service of the last two months wasn’t up to our normal service levels, which are quite high,” he explained, “so it is our way to say thank you for your patience. “The goal right now, is to return all of the three branches to full service.” Although the strike has led to some backlog of work in regards to recordkeeping and filing, there is not expected to be any delay of services at any of the branches.

MoFR cuts jobs, none lost in Nelson JULIA GILLMOR On Monday, April 12 the Ministry of Forests and Range (MoFR) announced workforce changes and job cuts for the province of British Columbia. Although no MoFR jobs were impacted in Nelson, five Integrated Land Management Bureau (ILBM) staff were eliminated. Fifteen MoFR staff were advised that their positions would also be eliminated in Castlegar. A letter from the Minister’s office stressed, “Impacted position doesn’t necessarily mean job loss. The workforce adjustment process is specifically designed to provide a lengthy period of time to find placements for staff within the communities they reside.”

Federal MP Alex Atamanenko commented on the cuts through a press release issued on Thursday, April 15 by the office of Katrine Conroy MLA. “Unemployment is expected to increase this year in BC, and the provincial government is now complicit in this. Forestry communities have been hammered by the softwood trade deal, the downturn in the housing market and the bad economy. Where is the vision for job �� creation and an innovative�� economy that � �� works for rural communities?” Other communities in the region �� include �� affected by the announcement the Arrow-Boundary Forest District office, which will become a field reporting office. ��

NPD warns residents to lock vehicles The Nelson Police Department had a busy weekend handling numerous calls to service. Liquor related calls were responsible for landing five males in jail overnight both Friday night and Saturday. Overnight Friday, there was a rash of theft from autos, mainly in the Uphill area. It appears two suspects went into a few unlocked vehicles and helped themselves to money and property. Some of the items taken were still in the bags they were purchased in, with receipts. The two culprits attempted to return some of the property to a large store in Nelson and as a result were

apprehended. Both are Nelson residents who were charged with three counts of theft, one count possession of stolen property, and one count fraud. Both men were released from custody with strict conditions, and will appear in Nelson court in July 2010. Police would like to remind all residents of the city to please lock their vehicles. Locked vehicles are a deterrent against most thieves that are mainly opportunists when stealing from vehicles. On Sunday afternoon a man entered a drug store in downtown Nelson at close to 2:30 p.m. He approached the cashier and demanded all of the money from the

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Brieﬂy Castlegar Garden Club Plant Sale Saturday, May, 1, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Castlegar Station Museum, 400-13th Ave., Castlegar

The Castlegar Garden Club’s Annual Plant Sale will embrace a sensational and eclectic selection of perennials, annuals, ornamental grasses, shrubs, trees, bulbs and houseplants. This is the public’s chance to share some of the Garden Club’s favorites. For those that yearn with nostalgia for the ‘old days’ or those that like to electrify with the new and unusual, there will be something for everyone. The Plant Sale has been an annual event since the early days of the 1990’s when Bob Switzer founded the Castlegar Garden Club.

Lions Club Walk for Dog Guides Saturday, April 24, registration at 9 a.m., walk at 10 a.m. at the Prestige Inn Gazebo,

Join thousands of people in 200 locations across Canada and participate in Nelson’s Purina Walk for Dog Guides. There is no registration fee and the walk is open to all ages. Feel free to bring your four-legged friend along with you. 100 per cent of donations go directly towards Lions Foundation of Canada’s Dog Guide programs. The Lions Club will be providing a hotdog lunch for all participants. Pledge forms are available at the time of registration or can be picked up in advance

at Maglio’s Building Supply, Nelson A&W (Railway St. location), Chatters, Nelson Animal Hospital, Downward Dog Pet Supplies and Cottonwood Falls Animal Clinic. This year’s Walk for Dog Guides can be sponsored through donations. Be sure to encourage others to fundraise and walk with you and don’t forget to bring your dog when you walk. Call 250-352-6670 for more information.

Nelson Cycling Club’s Bike Swap Sunday, April 25, 12:30-2:30 p.m. at the Rod & Gun Club, 801 Railway St.

The Nelson Cycling Club (NCC) will hold their fifth annual bike swap this Sunday. Any type of bicycles and related bike gear, such as parts and clothing, are welcome. Drop items off at the Rod & Gun Club prior to the sale, between 11 a.m. and noon. Money from the sale and any unsold items must be picked up between 2:303:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 25 or they will be donated to charity. Only cash or cheque can be accepted at the sale. If you’re selling an item the commission rates are 10 per cent for members up to $75 and 20 per cent for non-members up to $90. If you are interested in joining the NCC, information will be available at the swap.

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Getting started: build or buy a compost bin, add a pitch fork for turning, a water source for keeping the moisture content up, a machete for chopping up the bigger stuff, and any green and brown materials that you are comfortable with putting in the bin.

A mix of mad science and magic

At the end of each day when I dump my kitchen waste into the compost bin, I imagine that I am involved in some kind of mad science. My methods, while quite experimental and forever hopeful, never fail to produce a pile of sweet smelling “gardener’s gold”. But, it was not always this way. In the early days of my composting efforts I simply did not understand the talk about nitrogen and carbon ratios, anaerobic and aerobic, bacteria and microorganisms, and the sweet smell of decomposition. Some lessons come hard. After a rainy summer of collecting lawn clippings and kitchen waste that previously went to the garbage, I realized that all that green, wet and nitrogen laden material was going to become a rotting pile

growing gardens Helen Sebilius of useless muck if I didn’t do something differently. After identifying and adding the missing ingredients - a lot of brown carbon based matter and air that comes with regular turnings – the contents of my backyard compost took on a new life. The unpleasant smell dissipated and over the next few weeks the heap started to look more like gardener’s gold and less like a magnet for rodents. My current composting efforts follow the basic principles of combining green and brown materials, adding enough mois-

ture to assist the decomposition process, and making sure that the all-important turnings occur on a regular basis. I now use wood slat bins that hold a good amount of kitchen, garden and yard waste, manure, and on occasion wood ash, comfrey, fish fertilizer and alfalfa pellets. The resulting fertile material is enough to top-dress a good portion of my garden beds. While I can see the results that come from my experiments, it seems that the magic of composting resides in what I cannot see. When steam rises off the heap on a cool day and red wigglers appear out of nowhere, I am convinced that there is something going on inside that pile that I will never understand, and am quite happy to be part of.

Helen Sebelius is a gardener and artist who owns and operates Against the Wind Nursery in the Slocan Valley. Located north of Winlaw at 6376 Slocan River Road, the nursery opens Sunday, April 18. Business hours are Sunday to Monday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Call 250-226-6957.

If it sounds too good to be true... “What can I do if I think I’ve been scammed?” For answers to this and other fraud and scam questions, plan to attend an interactive presentation given by the Better Business Bureau and the B.C. Security Commission, and hosted by the local Community Response Network. Open to the first 30 people who respond, the workshop will be held on Thursday, May 13 from 10:30 a.m to 1 p.m. in the second floor boardroom at Kutenai Place. Snacks, tea and coffee will be served. The number to call is 250352-6813. The most important question to be answered is, of course, “What can I do to protect myself from being scammed?” I’m not an authority on the sub-

been thinkin’ about George Millar ject, but the old saying, “If it seems to be too good to be true, it probably is,” comes to mind. Judging by the number of telemarketers who call each month claiming they can improve my credit rating or provide some other great financial service, it appears that P.T. Barnum’s motto, “There’s a sucker born every minute,” holds true. They must get enough takers to want to stay in business. One recent visitor to my door wasn’t exactly perpe-

trating a fraud, but she did misrepresent herself. Her opening line focused on the idea that she was providing information related to the Missing Child posters that are found in many stores. She then said that she was doing this work to gain a ‘scholarship’ to help pay for her university studies. When asked what she wanted from me to help her achieve the ‘scholarship,’ she produced a package promoting magazine subscriptions, which I could order at reduced prices. The subscriptions were probably legitimate. But calling her financial assistance program a scholarship was misrepresentation. Call it a sales commission, call it wages, but don’t call it a scholarship.

George Millar is a long-time resident of the West Kootenay. Been Thinking About is an exploration of events and organizations in the region, seen from a senior’s perspective.

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The shop is gone, but the woman keeps on JULIA GILLMOR

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Trash Art Challenge participant, Rabia, gets creative at the Workshop held this past weekend in the Slocan Valley.

Turning trash into art Trash Art Challenge Friday, April 23, 7-9 p.m. and Saturday, April 24, 11-3 p.m. at the Passmore Hall, Hwy. 6

Earth Day marks the day for entries in this years Trash Art Challenge. The art show is running this weekend, at the Passmore Hall just off Hwy 6. All entries must be accompanied by an entry form, available at www.slocanvalleyarts.ca. On Friday evening there will be a Trashformation Gala, featuring artwork and a talk by KSA instructor Courtney Andersen. On display will be a miriad of art creations made from discarded materials. Musical entertainment by guitarist, Bob Old. “Trashy” masks and costumes encouraged. The Show continues Saturday with a Peoples Choice award to be announced at 3 p.m. Also on display will also be the work of dozens of Slocan Valley students who created unique items for the show in workshops held in classrooms by members of the Slocan Valley Arts Council. This is a Slocan Valley Arts Council project for BC Arts and Culture Week with assistance from the BC Arts Council and RDCK area H. - submitted

After 22 years at 556 Ward St., Bohemia Tailors has closed its doors, but not the business. Owner Maria Svida has been fixing and altering clothes for Nelson residents since setting up shop in April of 1984 and she’s ready to slow things down. “I don’t want to work full time any more but I still want to be busy,” says Svida. Svida and her family immigrated to Canada from Czechoslovakia in 1982. “Since I was a girl there were two places in the globe that I have had on my mind and they were Canada and Scandinavia. Canada was the dream country and it was good choice. We’ve never regretted it,” she says. The beginnings weren’t easy for the Svida family. “We decided to move to BC because Jerry was a forester, but the Ministry of Forests didn’t recognize his schooling. With two kids we didn’t have the choice of sending Daddy back to school,” Svida recalls. “It was 1984 and the university was shut down and the mill was shut down. But when you’re young and full of dreams you don’t care, you love it!” Svida’s hus-

band got a job with CP Rail and she opened her shop. “When we started Bohemia Tailors, I was 29 years old and could barely speak English and it was a challenge. I was trained as a tailor in Czechoslovakia. When we came here tailoring wasn’t in that much so I focused on alterations and got very busy over the years.” The name Bohemia Tailors is tied to fam-

�� ily roots in the Czech Republic. “We didn’t know enough about Nelson at the time but later on we realized that with this name we really fit,” Svida laughs. Svida continues to work from home and is offering a pick up and delivery service for people who can’t go to her. “I set up a little studio outside my house and I’m doing house visits for older people, for moms with babies and basically

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for people who cannot drive or cannot come to me. Two days per week I deliver and pick up for a half-day. ” To visit Svida, she asks that people book an appointment. Bohemia Tailors can be reached at 250-825-0168 and is located at 2899 Six Miles Lake Rd. “I chose to go to people because I need that contact. I’m a people person.”

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CALL FOR DIRECTORS The Board of Directors of the Kootenay Country Store Cooperative would like to inform all members that we have director positions open for election this year. Our election procedure has changed and we now require all potential candidates to apply before Friday, April 30. Full details and the application form can be found at the customer service desk at the Co-op or on our website: h t t p : / / w w w. ko o t e n a y. c o o p / p u b l i c a t i o n s / CandidatePackage.pdf If you would like more information, please contact the Board of Directors at our website, board@kootenay.coop or call General Manager, Deirdrie Lang at 250-354-4077.

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Anyone can be a scientist Much of this week’s column is based on the thoughts expressed on pages 15-20 of Richard P. Feynman’s book, The Meaning of it All – Thoughts of a Citizen-Scientist, published by Perseus Books, 1998. Remember that science is based on the principle that observation is the judge of whether something is so, or is not. The principle that observation is the judge imposes a severe limitation on the kinds of questions which can be answered. The types of questions which can be answered are of the form “if an action of some form is performed, what happens”. Questions such as “should this be done”, or “does this have value”, for example, are not applicable to the scientific method. Scientists study all those questions that can be analyzed by observation, test, and measurement. Of course, this leaves many things left out for which the scientific method does not apply, though for questions such as “should this be done”, or “does this have value”, one can use scientifically obtained data to aid in making a decision. Using observation, test, and measurement as the judge to assess whether something is so or not, immediately implies that precision and care must be taken in order to make the best assessment possible. Scientists must be thoughtful in constructing a meaningful experiment,

dr. science Morgan Dehnel they must check the observations, re-check them, understand all the conditions, and strive not to misinterpret the results. A scientist must be objective. The measured data must be reviewed in an objective manner, and all sources of error must be included. A preference for one outcome or another is not permitted. The theory or model in question is either supported by the data, or it is not. If it is not, the theory must be worked on further, or another theoretical approach to represent the data must be undertaken. Another repercussion of observation, test, and measurement as judge, and the requirement that a scientist must be objective is that it does not matter what one’s background is. Anyone can have an idea to be scientifically tested. Use your imagination! Be creative! A theory can be put forth by someone with a Ph.D., or a child. Often the queries and musings of children are incredibly insightful. It makes no difference where an idea comes from. They can all be respectfully assessed through observation, test, and measurement.

Dr. Science is in real life, Dr. Morgan Dehnel, a particle accelerator physicist, and resident of Nelson. Please send comments or questions regarding this column to express@expressnews.bc.ca

Front page photo Last week on page one of the Express we featured an article about Nelson’s new Cultural Ambassador, Angelika Werth. The piece of artwork that Werth is posed with was created by Kootenay School of the Arts student Alex Tremblay, who is graduation this year.

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From left to right: Bryna Idler, Administrator- Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation; Roger Higgins, Chair- Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation; Beverly Dawe, Manager, Nelson Leafs Recycling Centre; Jim Hawes, President, Nelson Leafs Hockey Society; Nicole Ward, Environmental Services Coordinator, RDCK; and Mayor John Dooley, City of Nelson/RDCK Director.

Leafs bottle depot contributes to a healthy community On Tuesday, April 13 the RDCK and the Nelson Jr. Leafs Bottle Depot donated $2,000 to the KLH Foundation CT scanner fund. The RDCK and the Jr. Leafs Bottle Depot have a partnership to provide a service to the public for beverage container recycling with all profits being donated to the

A look at the future of rural library services Is access to library services important to residents in the rural areas surrounding Nelson? If so, how can the Nelson Library best meet these needs while ensuring high quality services are affordable and sustainable? Having spent the last five months talking with residents in Regional District Areas E, F and H about these questions, the Library Board is ready to seek feedback on options for delivering library services to these communities. “While most people have told us that access to library services is important, we heard a variety of ideas about how to best meet the needs of the outlying communities,” explained Mike

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Lazier, member of the Library Board. “Residents have asked us to present some options and explain the benefits and costs of each approach.” The Library Board and Regional District Directors for Areas E, F and H are hosting four public meetings to discuss the issues and options: April 26th in Nelson upstairs in the Chamber of Commerce building, April 27th at Taghum Hall, April 28th at Redfish School and May 6th at Slocan Park Hall. All meetings start at 6:30p.m. So why the focus on the rural areas surrounding Nelson and why is this an important issue at this time? Only 1.4 per cent of BC

residents must pay user fees to access library services and one quarter of these people live in Areas E, F and H. Some residents said user fees are a financial barrier that prevent people from accessing library services, which are critical to building a literate society, a strong community and the workforce that is needed for a knowledge-based economy. Others feel that user fees are preferable as compared to supporting the library through local taxation. However, legislation does not allow the library to charge a user fee to people who come into the library and use the resources onsite. Also, current fees do not cover the real costs of

providing the services, yet increasing fees will only further restrict those who can access the services. “With demand for library services significantly growing, the Library Board needs to explore options for sustaining high quality services over the next 10 years while ensuring all residents can access the services,” said Lazier. “We are encouraging people to participate in these meetings and help us determine how best to proceed.” More information is available online at http:// nelson.bclibrar y.ca/services-programs/regionallibrary-service. - submitted

Eco Hints: Exploring solar as an alternative heating source

There is an abundance of clean energy to tap into that avoids burning fossil fuels to meet our daily needs. Solar hot water systems utilize sunlight to heat the water for our home via small tubes or flat panels on your roof. The sun’s energy is renewable and free to harness once the infrastructure is paid for. Best of all, it does not emit greenhouse gasses in its operation and pays for the carbon emissions embedded in building the system within a mere few years. Solar makes sense for the environment and your wallet too.

What inhibits widespread use of solar are misconceptions of its feasibility and the higher initial costs compared to conventional fossil fuel systems. A common fallacy is that a very sunny climate is required. Most homes can enjoy it, although its efficiency is dependent on your property’s shading and slope and your roof’s orientation to South. Local Jenergy Technologies (jenergy.ca) claims solar energy can provide on average 60% of a Kootenay household’s hot water needs, from 100% in the summer to 20% in the winter (when pre heat-

eco centric Holley Wakeﬁeld ing supplements traditional heating methods). Beyond the environmental factor, it makes financial sense; these systems easily pay for themselves monetarily. EcoSociety’s John Alton installed solar in his home, “the first three months I saved $100 on my

gas bill each month. In the summer, when you run on solar energy only, it feels really good”. The cost for the average family home is $7-9,000 but Solar BC (solarbc.ca) helps meet this with a $2,000 grant (and/or zero interest loan) and Fortis BC offers a $300 grant (the grants available are often changing). The purchase is also PST exempt! Nelson is blessed with local experts to advise you. Solar is a sure fire way to reduce your carbon footprint and add value to your home.

Holley Wakefield is of the West Kootenay EcoSociety. For more information contact the EcoSociety at eco@kics.bc.ca or 354-1909.

opinions&letters Street Talk:

What can we do to improve our community outdoor spaces?

I like the exercise area at Lakeside, and I think they should put something like that in Lion’s Park. I’d love to exercise outside more.

Erin May, Nelson

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Heartfelt thanks for supporting Heart and Stroke Month

Community composting would be a great idea; people who want to compost but don’t have a garden would have an outlet to do so.

Alida Roussain, Winlaw

Dear Editor, On behalf of the Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC & Yukon’s KootenayArea Office, I would like to take this opportunity to offer heartfelt thanks to the people of Nelson for their continuing support of the Foundation during Heart Month. In February, volunteers in Nelson put their hearts into it and raised more than $7,400 for vital heart and stroke research. The Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC & Yukon has invested over $200 million in cardiovascular research and public education to save lives. Since 1955, the Foundation has helped reduce the death rate from cardiovascular disease by 70%. Still, 1 in 3 Canadian deaths are

the result of heart disease and stroke. Today, the Foundation, a volunteer based health charity, continues to lead in eliminating heart disease and stroke through the advancement of research and its application, the promotion of healthy living, and advocacy. Once again, I would like to thank the community of Nelson. With your help we are moving one step closer to achieving our vision of generations free from heart disease and stroke. This is what happens when you put your heart into it. Nancy Liknes Area Coordinator, Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC & Yukon

Commentary: The fight continues over HST

There are lots of tennis and basketball courts, the trees and plants are kept in great shape - I think they are pretty good the way they are.

Joe Ringrose, Nelson

There should be more events so people will realize that such great space is there to use.

Torey Gollan, Nelson

The big item up for discussion since March 30 is the piece of legislation that paves the way for the BC Liberals’ Harmonized Sales Tax. Bill 9 repeals the Provincial Sales Tax so that the HST can come into force on May 1 for some items and July 1 for all consumer goods that are presently subject to GST. TD Bank conducted a study and estimates that the HST will add 7 per cent to the cost of more than one fifth of all consumer goods. It’s a long list that includes bicycles, safety equipment, haircuts, emergency roadside assistance, home renovations, restaurant food, school supplies, funerals, and more. After hearing from many of you about the new hit to your pocketbooks, I wanted to capture how this $1.9 billion tax shift will impact citizens every day. So I compiled a bunch of household items that represent cost increases because of the HST, and took a photo. Check out the results on my website, and see how the HST will cost you more, www. michellemungall.com. Once you’ve found all

in the house Michelle Mungall the items in the photo that represent a 7 per cent cost increase because of the HST, head over to another part of my website: News. There you’ll find the video link to my recent speech during the debate on Bill 9. The fight to stop the HST has been going strong in the House. Each NDP MLA is getting up to speak against Bill 9 and for British Columbians –82 per cent of whom are opposed to this tax shift. The day before I took my place during second reading of the Bill, the Liberal MLA for Comox Valley made disparaging remarks about senior women in Kelowna and bike shop owners in Nelson. This MLA displayed a lack of respect for citizens with legitimate concerns and valid disappointment in the BC Liberals for deceiving the public about the HST.

But what really got me was that he was picking on people I know. I’ve heard from countless seniors throughout the Okanagan, spoken to several bike owners, including the owner of Gerrick’s Cycle in Nelson, and I couldn’t sit idly by while an elected official said such unsympathetic and arrogant remarks about people who I care about. You guessed it, I called him on it. I told him the reason why seniors and bike shop owners, along with funeral directors, restauranteurs, hair dressers, and massage therapists, are so successful convincing British Columbians about the ills of the HST is because they are telling the truth. Hopefully, he gets the point and votes with his constituents instead of Gordon Campbell by saying “nay” when it comes time to vote on Bill 9. It only takes seven Liberal MLAs plus the NDP and the Independent to do the right thing: defeat this Bill and scrap the HST before it’s too late.

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An Earth Friendly Zone Let us celebrate Earth Day by declaring Nelson and area to be an Earth Friendly Zone. We can do more in reducing our footprint and improving our infrastructure. Development permits should address issues of pollution. We could declare that all new development, be it residential, commercial or industrial, must meet our community standards for being non-polluting. We must consider our air and water, as well as other forms of pollution, such as visual, sound, and light. Visual pollution refers to unpleasant sights in our landscape and architecture. For example, a big clear-cut in the shape of a “W” visible to all of Nelson could be considered visual pollution. Sound pollution ranges from loud cars making a big deal down Baker St. to a factory whose business it is to crush rock 24/7. Sound travels far across and up and down

our lake. When industrial development comes to town, we should ask how loud they would be. Light pollution comes from our night-lights - street lamps and commercial signs. Every bit of light we throw up into the air makes it more difficult for us to see the night sky. As we replace our street lamps, we should install ground-focused light. Commercial signage could also be zoned to control night lighting. If we do these things, then we can publicize ourselves and people would visit our town because of our cleanliness and concern about our Earth. We are part of the Earth, so to celebrate Earth day is to celebrate ourselves. Like us, the earth is a living being and like any living being our earth requires encouragement, compassion and tenderness. Remember to tread tenderly as you walk upon her surface.

Fish Heads and Flowers Fish Heads the immature neighbours who persist in trying to make life difficult for others. Why not try positive thoughts and actions? Karma will send them back ten-fold. - Rising above childish behaviour Flowers all the amazing nurses and doctors. Your care, support and expertise made the delivery of our son very special! - New mom Fish Heads to locals who have no regard for other people’s property. Unless you get permission - stay off the property for goodness sake! You give

the term ‘Kootenay’ a bad name. Laid back yes, but self serving and just plain rude, nobody’s interested. - Where are your manners? Flowers the driver who slowed down and stopped for me a few weeks ago when my horse was acting up when trying to cross the road. She was nervous because it was her first ride out this spring and because of your big truck and you were so considerate of our safety! Thank you for taking the time to slow down and letting us get across and off the busy section of the road! - Safe and happy

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Nelson Leafs coach says goodbye Gymnastics finals this weekend The Nelson Leafs Hockey Society has announced today that after five successful years Simon Wheeldon is stepping back as Coach and General Manager of the Nelson Leafs Hockey Club. Simon was the first coach of the local KIJHL team to operate in the new Nelson & District Community Complex starting with the 2005/2006 hockey season. Since then, his positive coaching techniques and hockey concepts elevated the Nelson Leafs to the top of the league and raised the bar for professionalism throughout the junior hockey community. His achievements include four divisional championships, one league championship and three

awards as coach of the year. His decision to leave the bench was made to spend more time with his family. He will continue to reside in Nelson and act as an advisor to the team as and when necessary. The Directors of the Nelson Leafs Hockey Society fully respect the tough decision Simon faced over the past few weeks and wish him and his family the very best. The Directors are now proceeding with the task of hiring a new Coach and General Manager for the oncoming 2010/2011 hockey season. - submitted

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Action at the Blueliner goal in the last few seconds of a 4-2 victory against the Vernon Vixns.

Blueliners wrap up season with championship The Nelson Blueliners won the 15th Annual Icebreaker in a decisive 6-0 victory over last year’s champion, the Trail Chix With Sticks. Gabby Herle and Karen Duffy led a powerful Blueliner offence with two goals and two assists each. Rebecca Kuzniar and Daiva Villa tallied the other Nelson goals, and Blueliner goalie Gerri Stillwell earned the Blueliner game MVP with her wellearned shutout. This was Nelson’s sixth Icebreaker

Championship, but the first in five years. The home ice win tops off a very successful season for the Nelson squad. The Blueliners have consistently played a very strong team game this season, winning tournies in Vernon, Cranbrook, Kaslo and Spokane. The Thorman Drillers, Nelson’s intermediate women’s team, played well in this advanced women’s recreational tourney, placing 8th overall. - submitted

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Saturday, April 24, 8:30 a.m.8:30 p.m. and Sunday, April 25, 9 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. at the Civic Centre, 719 Vernon St, downstairs gym

The Glacier Gymnastics Club invites the community to the 2010 Kootenay Zone Championships gymnastics competition on this weekend. 160 gymnasts from Nelson, Trail, Castlegar, Creston, Cranbrook, Kimberley and Golden will vie for all-around and event titles in the Boys and Girls Provincial Level 1 and Level 3 categories. Local Glacier Gymnastics Club gymnast Abbie Bourchier-Willans, 2010 Provincial Bronze Medalist and BC Winter Games fouth place finisher will be competing for the Level 3 all-around Zone title. Other Nelson provincial champions competing for Zone Championship titles are Ella Keelan,

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Jasmine Schacher, Daniel Wood and Quinn Barron. Pre-competitive and recreational gymnasts will also perform routines in a non-competitive meet environment. Come out and support Nelsonss Glacier Gymnastics team at this

years Zone Championships competition. Admission is $2 for adults, and children free. For more information, contact the Glacier Gymnastics Club in Nelson 352-2227. - submitted

Baseball season is just around the corner In preparation for summer activities the Nelson Kayak and Canoe club (NKCC) is facilitating the CanoeKids Coaching for Community Sport National Coaching Certification Program. This course is required for those delivering summer programs at registered canoe clubs and is suitable for those wishing to deliver canoe/kayak programs in the community. The course is being held in Nelson on May 2223, Saturday from 10-4 and Sunday from 9-12. CKBC will offer CanoeKids in preparation for the 2010 Summer Season, the BC Summer Games and potential Nelson KCC summer employment. This introductory paddling skills development program

in the zone Kim Palfenier focuses on the development of flat-water canoe and kayak paddling skills in a safe, fun and team building atmosphere. The registration deadline is Wednesday, May 19 and can be completed at www.canoekayakbc.sportical.com/events/398. You can also call Mary Jane Abbott at 604-465-5268 to register. The Nelson Minor Baseball 2010 season will be underway as soon as the fields are opened by the City. In anticipation, parents and players were cleaning up

the fields, removing graffiti and painting dugouts. Currently, construction of the batting cage at Queen Elizabeth Park is underway thanks to the generous donations by Nelson City Police, Maglio Building Centre, Granite Point Golf Course, Westacana, Todd Abbey, Sutco Trucking, Zap Welding, Korpak Cement, and the many parents and kids whose efforts made it possible to get this project off the ground. Opening games are at QE for the Major 11/12 year olds on Wednesday, April 21 at 6:30 p.m. and Thursday, April 22 at 6 p.m. for our 9/10 year old minor players. Show your support and cheer on your local ball teams.

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

Nelson Figure Skating club takes home hardware The Nelson Figure Skating Club made an outstanding effort in Cranbrook at the Kootenay Regional Championships, January 23 and 24. Gold medals went to Sophie Borhi in the prepreliminary ladies group A, Daria Carr in the pre-elementary ladies A and Morgan Sabo in the pre-elementary ladies D categories. Silver medals were awarded to Rosalyn Carr for pre-introductory interpretive group 1 and pre-juvenile ladies, Sebastian Shah for pre-preliminary men, Charly Defouw for pre-preliminary ladies group B, Shaen Panko-Dool, Charly Defouw, Sebastian Shah and Morgan Sabo in the pre-preliminary group elements category, and Christina Champlin, Sophie Borhi and Anika Eppell for preliminary group elements.

Fourth place winners were Soleil Babcock in pre-elementary ladies C, Shaen Panko-Dool for pre preliminary ladies group B and Christina Champlin in preliminary ladies 11 and over. Junior bronze freeskate 12 and under went to Erica Tolles, who placed fifth, and Naomi Perkins who placed ninth. Anika Eppell finished tnth in preliminary ladies 11 and over. Wrapping up the 2009/2010 competition season, congratulations also goes out to three skaters who qualified for Pacific Skate in Kamloops, March 1114. Christina Champlin placed 20th in the BC/Yukon Section in her category, Erica Tolles placed 16th and Rosalyn Carr placed 10th. - submitted

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the art of c o l o u r Painting is Neil Whiteoak’s greatest joy. JULIA GILLMOR

Art of Neil Whiteoak Friday April 23, 6-7 p.m. at the Oxygen Art Gallery, #3-320 Vernon St. (alley entrance)

Neil Whiteoak, an individual with cognitive challenges and an inability to verbally communicate, has expressed himself through art for all of his 24 years. Whiteoak recently completed a series of paintings celebrating his love of colour, which will be featured in a solo show at Oxygen Art Centre on Friday, April 23. Requiring care workers to assist with his day to day living, the collection came about, in part, due to the efforts of his key worker Jenna Raider. “He started with felts and pencil crayons on paper,” says Raider. About a year ago she decided to introduce paint and canvas to him. “It’s a rather messy affair but we plasticize the kitchen and he gets down and gets covered in it head to toe. It’s very tactile for him. We started with smaller canvases and moved to bigger ones.” Whiteoak is able to communicate through a pictorial language. “He has a board with requests on it that he speaks with, so he brings me the color pack and says, ‘I want to colour.’ It’s the one major love in his life and he asks for it all day long. He’s not particular about colours; it’s full sensory and he’s interested in all of them. He’s interested in the way they move on the paper and the feel,” she adds. Raider wanted to find a way to communicate Whiteoak’s passion to the community. “I decided that an exhibition of his paintings would be a really neat way to show that he’s in our community and that

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he’s an artist in his own right. Besides colour, he’s fascinated with spirals; it’s a theme that runs through all his work. We decided to have the show last September, so we’ve been accumulating paintings and framing them.” Working so closely with Whiteoak, Raider noticed

his attention to visual stimulus. “He’s stimulated by graphics. Anything beautiful he stops and appreciates, like art, signs and non-moving graphics. He’s not really into television or computers, but he stops to appreciate signage and text on paper and any kind of art.”

Raider and Whiteoak have been doing projects together since they first met. “I took his art and made a stencil out of it and made cards with his images on them, and sold them as greeting cards at Christmas,” says Raider. But Whiteoak isn’t able to mange his own business

affairs. “This man needs assistance, he doesn’t have a grasp on money or business and he can’t speak to those things. But I saw that he had the potential to have income because of his art. All the money goes directly back into his life. “Neil is a very joyous soul. He loves getting out-

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side and being out in the community with others. His life is full and busy,” adds Raider. The Art of Neil Whiteoak opens for one night only. “I don’t know if he’ll understand but I do think he’ll enjoy the experience.”

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Drive if You Must w/ Kashoo Saturday, April 24, 10 p.m. at SpiritBar, 422 Vernon St.

School’s out, and Drive If You Must is serving up some nu-soul, and electrofunk to dance your way into summer. DIYM will be joined by Nelson’s newest project, Kashoo, the collective brainchild of The Man in Havana and Jakob. Tickets are only $5 before midnight, $10 after, and are available at the door. SUBMITTED

Shown here is the student writer/director team, Kathy Swanson and Vince O’Connell shooting the family Christmas gift opening scene and family Christmas dinner scene of You’re not Cindy (22 minute/comedydrama).

Selkirk 2010 Student Film Festival Friday, April 23, 7 p.m. at Mary Hall, 10th Street Campus, 820 Tenth St.

The festival showcases graduates of the one-year film program and their final project films. This premier public viewing will screen three documentaries and six narratives from eight to 20 minutes in length and feature both local and regional, professional and amateur talent. There promises to be something for everyone as film noir, comedy, drama, electronic music, and ski travel are only some of the genres included.

“I am impressed with both the commitment and creativity in these films,” says Nicola Harwood, the program’s veteran screenwriting instructor. “It was especially fun to work with so many students interested in narrative fiction and to work with them to craft their screenplays. I believe it will be a rewarding evening full of original vision.” - submitted

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under the direction of vocal instructor Laura Landsberg. Special guests include rock and roll heavyweights, “Down the River Six”, led by instructor Darren Mahe, and the soulful R&B warriors of “Lucie Booty Cankles”, headed by instructor Glennn Mitchell. Cover is free for all Selkirk College students until 10 p.m.

Earth Day Live Broadcast at the Kootenay Co-op

Selkirk Music Grads’ Finale

Thursday, April 22, 12-2 p.m. at the Kootenay Co-op, 295 Baker St.

Thursday, April 22, 9:30 p.m. at SpiritBar, 422 Vernon St.

Kootenay Co-op Radio, the Kootenay Co-op and the West Kootenay EcoSociety are teaming up for a special two-hour live broadcast from the Kootenay Coop. Earth Day was founded by U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson, a democrat from Wisconsin as an environmental teach-in in 1970. It is now celebrated worldwide in the spring in the northern hemisphere and

the fall in the southern hemisphere. This year’s Kootenay theme is ‘Eat the Change You Seek in the World’ with a focus on local farmers, food producers and food sustainability in the first half, and local environmental topics in the second half. The trio of organizations is inviting the public to join the celebration - or tune in - to live entertainment, enter draws for gift baskets and try their humour skills at environmental improv to win chocolate Earth balls. Join the worldwide birthday party, learn more about local food producers and have some fun

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Selkirk’s talented musicians have worked hard all year and are excited to host a fantastic night of music and entertainment with their band BECAUSE. Fans can expect to hear a tribute to the Beatles with music from albums such as Abbey Road, the White Album and Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band,

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Wild Wonders: Three Films from the International Wildlife Film Festival Wednesday, April 28, 7 p.m. at the Nelson United Church, 602 Silica St.

Celebrate Earth Month with a screening of three award-winning films from the International Wildlife Film Festival. The Land Conservancy of BC Presents Wild Wonders: Selections from the International Wildlife Film Festival at the Nelson United Church. Support provided by Selkirk College and Columbia Basin Trust. For more information call 250-354-7345 or visit www. conservancy.bc.ca.

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Brieﬂy Hurry Up Amie, Dave Scanlan and Michael Guthrie Saturday, April 24, 12-3 p.m. at Ellison’s, 523 Front St.

Unplugged Saturday Sessions celebrate the end of the season with three new acts. You’ve heard her busking on Baker, now check out Hurry Up Amie backed by a drummer. Local favorites Dave Scanlan and the Walker Brothers (Don and Marvin) will follow. Former Kaslo resident, Michael Guthrie is a world class performer, bluesman, folksinger, and storyteller who will play lapsteel, six string guitar and banjolin. He is best known for the Village Green Cafe and founder of the Langham Cultural Society.

FLIKS presents Mid-August Lunch Wednesday, April 28, 7:30 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre, 421 Victoria

The latest FLIKS instalment is the multi-award winning Italian dramatic comedy Mid-August Lunch. Gianni is a middle-aged man who lives with his widowed mother in an old house in central Rome, and through an odd series of events, he ends up in the company of a handful of elderly ladies. Runtime is 75 minutes, and the film is rate PG.

Artists Needed Deadline for submissions is Friday, May 7

Oxygen Art Centre is looking for engaging, innovative, and creative course

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Friday, April 23 at SpiritBar, 422 Vernon St.

Savage Blade is a classic heavy metal outfit formed by Eric Hoodicoff, Christopher Rand and ex-Mormon wildchild vocalist Nikko Forsberg. Joined by Chris Killeen and Mike Hodsall on drums and guitar respectively, the Blade is fueled by the NWOBHM and the classic power metal bands of the early eighties, Savage Blade pledge to Kill ‘Em All For One. Their debut album, We Are The Hammer, was recorded in Nelson with the assistance of producer/ engineer Andy Chute, engineer Cole St. Denys, and mixed by Vancouver-based producer, Futcher. Chockfull of vintage riffs, pounding rhythms, instantly memorable hooks and balls-to-the-wall vocals, the album is sure to strike a chord with fans of the classic metal bands of the early 80’s. This marks their first ever live performance.

offerings for the 2010 Fall Class Schedule. Class proposals from artists of any medium (visual, written, performance, video, etc.) for any age group are welcome. Please send bio and course descriptions, including preferred day and time, to nitalevesque192@hotmail. com.

Earth Day Saturday, April 24, 7 a.m. - 11 p.m. at Lakeside Park, Central School, and Cottonwood Falls Park

Come celebrate the earth and spread awareness about our environment. 7 a.m. - Meet near the concession at Lakeside Park for a morning yoga session and fun walk/ run to Central School on Stanley Street. 8 a.m. - Free pancake breakfast made with local ingredients at Our Daily Bread across from Central School. 9 a.m. - Daybreak Rotary Club is coordinating a garbage pick-up around Nelson departing from Central School. 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. - Earth friendly market with local vendors and organizations, musicians and performers, inspirational guest speakers and workshops planned for all ages, including a variety of activities and prizes planned for kids. 6:30 p.m. - Earth Jam at Cottonwood Falls Park hosting Brian Rosen & the WhatNow, White Lightning Blues Band, other local acts and activities.

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The Canadian Legend is playing the Charles Bailey Theatre in Trail on Saturday, May 8.

Cockburn brings a Slice O Life to Trail Bruce Cockburn

the word “petroglyph.” Originally recorded with a full band, these and other songs like Saturday, May 8, 7:30 p.m. at the “World of Wonders”have been rearranged Charles Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail and performed on acoustic guitar, with Bruce Cockburn is revered by fans and stunning results. In particular, the polymusicians alike, not only for his songwrit- rhythmic solo on “Rocket Launcher,” full ing but also for his musicianship and social of complex, cascading notes, is especially activism. A Canadian icon in the world of mesmerizing. singer/songwriters, Cockburn is bringing Cockburn’s songs have been covered his latest solo project, Slice O Life, to the by such diverse artists as Elbow, Jimmy Charles Bailey Theatre in Trail. Buffett, Judy Collins, the Skydiggers, Anne Recorded last spring over a series of Murray, Third World, Chet Atkins, k.d. dates in the northeastern United States lang, Barenaked Ladies, Maria Muldaur and one in Quebec, Slice O Life is a dou- and the Grateful Dead’s Jerry Garcia. As �� ble CD that showcases a cross-section of a guitarist, he is considered among the Cockburn’s finest songs and �some�� of his world’s best. The New York Times called most dazzling guitar work. The album, Cockburn a “virtuoso on guitar,” while produced by longtime associate Colin Acoustic Guitar magazine placed him in �� Linden, also includes one new��song, “City the esteemed company of Andrés Segovia, is Hungry”. And now he will perform them Bill Frisell and Django Reinhardt. With all, and more, in Trail on May�� 8. �� Slice O Life, all of Cockburn’s formidable Slice O Life features such hits as gifts are on full display. Cockburn’s controversial “If I Had a Tickets are $45 plus GST and are availRocket Launcher,” his classic “Lovers in a able at the Charles Bailey Theatre box Dangerous Time” and his breakthrough office, 1501 Cedar Avenue in Trail, or �� phone “Wondering Where the Lions Are,” which toll free 1.866.368.9669 or 250.368.9669. he rightly quips may be the only song ever - submitted to make the Billboard chart that includes

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Brieﬂy Dinner Dance Benefit Saturday, April 24, 5:30 p.m. at the Vallican Whole Community Center, 3762 Little Slocan South Rd, Vallican

Ejoy dinner, dancing, and door prizes in a celebratory fundraiser to support ongoing development of community awareness of land and water stewardship roles. This is a co-presentation brought to you by Slocan Park Community Action for Responsible Ecology

Society (SP CARES) and Rural Alternatives Research and Training Society (RARTS). All funds raised will go towards independent assessment of logging plans in local watersheds, and continued monitoring of potentially impacted streams and water sources. Tickets are available at Eddy’s Music in Nelson, Frog Peak Cafe in Crescent Valley, and Nothin’ Fancy at Slocan Park Service.

Edit Your Own Video Footage Mondays, April 26-June 21, 6-9 p.m. at Selkirk College, 10th Street Campus

A perfect way to get started on a video project, ideally, one where you already have the footage in hand. Each participant will work at their own Mac workstation using Final Cut Pro. This course is ideal for working on projects such as promotional videos,

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home videos, music videos, video content for websites or short documentaries. Each participant will have individualized support to complete a project and walk away with a finished DVD or a video ready to upload to the web. For more information contact 250 505-5169.

KSA at Selkirk College Graduation Show Friday, April 23, 7-9 p.m. at Touchstones Nelson, 502 Vernon St.

KSA is a school of craft and design taught by a faculty of working artists and craftspeople. The school offers both a two year diploma program in either clay, fibre or jewellery and small object design studio arts and a one year certificate in metal studio arts. Come celebrate the work of this year’s graduating students on display from Saturday, April 24 to Sunday, May 30 at Touchstones Nelson.

Sinix’t: Bringing Home the Bones screening Friday, April 23, 10 p.m. at the Royal Lounge, 330 Baker St.

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The nights features El Nomad and Adham Shaikh in support of the release

of the film, The Sinixt: Bringing Home the Bones. The film will be screened at the Capitol earlier in the evening. This event is a celebration of our diverse community and the expanding consciousness of our area.

www.rootsandblues.ca or call 250-833-4096. Order now and beat the HST which will be added to Festival passes beginning Saturday, May 1.

Gord Downie & the Country of Miracles at Roots and Blues

Saturday, April 24, 9 p.m. at the Royal, 330 Baker St.

Friday to Sunday, August 13–15, at the Salmon Arm Fairgrounds, Salmon Arm, BC

The 18th Annual Salmon Arm Roots and Blues Festival has stacked its program sky-high with world-class performers, announcing Gord Downie and the Country of Miracles as the latest to sign. Canada’s beloved trad rock icon and his band join a prestigious list of already confirmed headliners that includes Joan Armatrading, K’NAAN, Martha Wainwright, Shane Koyczan and the Short Story Long, Fred Penner, and many more. The roots and Blues festival offers one of the most exciting and eclectic mixes of Canadian and international artists in its eighteen year history. Earlybird weekend passes are currently available online at

Nursing Student Guatemala Fundraiser The fundraiser will feature Ryan Wells, C.J. Mini-Van (Chad Hauser), and M.C. Hawkins (Matt Hawkins). This is the last fundraiser to send nine local nursing students to Guatemala. While in Guatemala they will be working with a variety of communities and organizations and will be learning from the Guatemalan people while taking part in health promotion activities. Tickets are $10 at the door, and all proceeds go towards the students’ trip. For more information, contact Chelsea Hawkins at 250-505-8149.

Emergence 3 Saturday, April 24, 8 p.m. at the Cocoa-Nut Lounge, 116 Vernon

The Cocoa-Nut Lounge proudly presents Emergence 3. Featured are the Cocoa-Nut Lounge house band EverOne.

dine out guide AINSWORTH HOT SPRINGS HOTEL

DAM INN

HAROLD ST. CAFÉ

LEO’S PIZZA & GREEK TAVERNA

REDFISH GRILL

4112 Highway 31, Ainsworth .............. 250-229-4212

3156 Station Road, South Slocan.....250-359-7515

717 Harold Street, Slocan.................250-355-2663

409 Kootenay Street........................250-352-3232

479 Baker Street.............................250-352-3456

DARWIN’S DELI & GROCERY

HIP DRIP COFFEE HOUSE

MAIN STREET DINER

ROYAL GRILL & LOUNGE

620 Herridge Lane ........................250-352-0101

561 Baker Street..........................250-352-2120

701 Lakeside Drive...........................250-352-7215

616 Baker Street..............................250-354-4848

330 Baker Street..............................250-352-1202

AMANDA’S RESTAURANT

DOCK ‘N’ DUCK

HOTEL YMIR

MAX & IRMA’S KITCHEN

SAGE TAPAS & WINE BAR

655 Highway 3A............................250-352-1633

7924 Wharf Road, Balfour.................250-229-4244

203 Fir Street, Ymir...........................250-357-9611

515A Kootenay Street.......................250-352-2332

705 Vernon Street............................250-352-5140

A&W (TWO LOCATIONS)

DOMINION CAFE

SIDEWINDERS

16-1150 Lakeside Drive (Chahko Mika Mall )..250-352-2956 512 Railway Street ............................ 250-352-7424

300 Baker Street...........................250-352-1904

JAVA GARDEN COFFEE CO

MEDITERRANEAN 57

150-1150 Lakeside Drive (Chahko Mika Mall).....250-505-5282

413 Hall Street................................250-352-3573

696 Baker Street..............................250-352-4621

BABA’S INDIAN CUISINE

SINNIBAR’S GLOBAL GOURMET

116C -1150 Lakeside Drive (Chahko Mika Mall )...250-352-3394

JACKSON’S HOLE & GRILL

MCQ’S NORTH COUNTRY GRILL

524 Vernon Street...........................250-354-1919

1285 Queens Bay Road, Balfour.....250-229-4141

203 Herridge Lane...........................250-352-7976

JAGANNATHA EXPRESS

MIKE’S PLACE PUB

SLEEP IS FOR SISSIES

��ALL SEASONS CAFÉ

445 Baker Street..............................250-352-0077

BAKER ST. GRILL (BEST WESTERN) 153 Baker Street..............................250-352-3525

BALFOUR BEACH INN & PUB

EDO JAPAN EL TACO 306 Victoria Street.........................250-352-2060

FINLEY’S IRISH BAR & GRILL 705 Vernon Street............................250-352-5121

8406 Busk Road, Balfour..................250-229-4235

BIBO

FISHERMAN’S MARKET 577 Ward Street..............................250-505-5515

518 Hall Street................................250-352-2744

BOGUSTOWN PUB

FRISCOS (PRESTIGE LAKESIDE RESORT)

712 Nelson Avenue..........................250-354-1313

701 Lakeside Drive..........................250-354-1472

660 Baker Street............................250-354-1084

JIGSAWS COFFEE CO. 503 Baker Street............................250-352-5961

KC RESTAURANT 546 Baker Street.............................250-352-5115

KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN 1105 Lakeside Drive (Chahko Mika Mall)...250-352-2109

KING’S FAMILY RESTAURANT

�� 652 Baker Street..............................250-352-2912 524 Victoria Street..........................250-352-2185 1418 Highway 6, Crescent Valley......250-359-7261 KOOTENAY BAKERY CAFÉ & CO-OP CANADIAN 2 FOR 1 PIZZA FULL CIRCLE CAFÉ �� 377 Baker Street............................250-352-2274 636 Front Street...............................250-352-1999 101-402 Baker Street......................250-354-4458 �� KURAMA SUSHI CEDAR CREEK CAFE FUNKY MONKEY BURGER BAR BUSABA

FROG PEAK CAFÉ

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5686 Highway 6, Winlaw....................250-226-7663 �� SUBWAY � �� NEW CHINA RESTAURANT 327 Baker St...................................250-352-7165 � �� 702 Vernon Street............................250-352-9688 THE VIENNA CAFE �� OLD WORLD BAKERY & DELI 411 Kootenay Street........................250-354-4646 �� 422 Vernon Street............................250-3525331

450 Ferrylanding Road, Balfour..........250-229-4642

OSO NEGRO

604 Ward Street..............................250-352-7661

OSPREY MOUNTAIN GRILL

536 Stanley Street...........................250-354-1667

PANAGO PIZZA

CHILLERS PUB

FUSION 301

LANG’S MARINA & SNACKBAR

PONY EXPRESSO

2723 Greenwood Road.....................250-825-4464

301 Baker Street.............................250-352-3011

Highway 3A, Balfour..........................250-229-4771

1277 Highway 6, Crescent Valley.........250-359-6711

COCOA-NUT LOUNGE

GENERAL STORE (HUME)

LIBRARY LOUNGE (HUME)

PRESERVED SEED

116 Vernon Street...........................250-352-3731

422 Vernon Street..........................250-352-5331

422 Vernon Street............................250-352-5331

202 Vernon Street............................250-352-0325

CORNERHOUSE CAFÉ

GROUNDED COFFEE HOUSE

LOUIE’S STEAKHOUSE & LOUNGE

QUIZNO’S

318 Anderson Street........................250-352-3773

616 Vernon Street............................250-352-1712

616 Vernon Street.............................250-352-5570

Chahko Mika Mall............................250-352-2494

216 Anderson Street........................250-310-0001

WAIT’S NEWS 499 Baker Street.............................250-352-5667

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�� Max & Irma's is now open Mondays! 11 am to 8 pm Come and try our Ethnic Night 5-8 pm every Monday

Phone 250-352-2332 • 515 Kootenay Street

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VELVET UNDERGROUND 646 Baker Street............................250-352-3606

491 Baker Street...............................250-352-5353

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UPTOWN TAVERN

�� 616 Vernon Street.............................250-352-2715

OUTER CLOVE

602 Front Street..............................250-352-5111

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TWISTED TOMATO

561 Baker Street.............................250-354-1112

602 Queens Bay Road, Balfour..........250-229-4114

5709 Highway 6, Winlaw...................250-226-7355

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THOR’S PIZZA

�� 303 Victoria Street...........................250-352-1212 ��

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Lam Rim Teachings Tuesday, April 27, 7-9 p.m. at the Gompa, 6425 Sproule Creek Rd.

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Dave Stevens and Bryna Idler.

Nearing the finish line Their cars may be original vintage while the CT scan machine will be state–of–the-art, but the Kootenay Lake Vintage Car Club has an appreciation for fine equipment and meticulous maintenance. In support of long term health maintenance here in Nelson, Dave Stevens, representing the club, presents Bryna Idler with a $1,000 donation for the CT scanner campaign.

Everyone is welcome to hear the venerable Zasep Tulku Rinpoche teach Lam Rim, the Stages of the Path to Enlightenment written by the great Lama Tsongkapa (1357-1419) in Tibet. One of the world’s monumental works of Buddhist thought and practice, Lam Rim explains the principles and various stages of meditation in the Mahayana tradition clearly and systematically so they can easily be understood and put into practice. For more information visit www. tashicholing.ca or call 250354-0206.

Alzheimer’s and Dementia Workshop

Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Week

Thursday, April 29, 7-8 p.m. via phone

Sunday, April 18 to Saturday, April 24 throughout BC

This free telephone workshop from the Alzheimer Society of B.C. allows family caregivers to learn from home. Hear about practical strategies that caregivers can use when dealing with the challenges of supporting a person with dementia at home. To register for the workshop visit the Care-ring Voice website at www. careringvoice.com/telelearning.php and click on upcoming sessions or call 1-866-396-2433.

The first annual Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Week was recently proclaimed by the provincial government. Child sexual abuse is a crime and a traumatic, potentially devastating experience for children and youth. The number of chil-

12 - 1:30 p.m. Anusara Yoga, Elissa 3 - 3:30 p.m. Kids Yoga 5:30 - 7 p.m. Restorative Yoga, Shayla 7:30 - 8:45 p.m. - Invigorating Yoga, Lindsay BELLYFIT FUSION FITNESS 5 - 6 p.m. at the Moving Centre. Call Heather, 354-0492 KOOTENAY AKIDO 5 - 6 p.m. Kids Class, ages 7-12 6:30 - 8 p.m. Adult Class, 213C Baker St. 250-352-3935 OM YOGA STUDIO 5:30 - 7 p.m. Quantum Yoga, Alison 6 Mile, 3067 Heddle Rd, 250-825-0011, www.omyogasixmile.com BAHA’I COMMUNITY OF NELSON 7 p.m. 1920 Falls St. 354-0944 KUTENAIS FINEST PERSONAL TRAINING 8 a.m. Abs & Buns Ball Class with Ali Popoff 182 Baker St. 250-352-9196 YANG/CHEN TAI CHI AND QI GONG 7 -8:30 a.m. Summit Health & Fitness, 685-B Baker St 250-352-7897

Thursdays

SHANTI YOGA STUDIO SHANTIYOGA.CA 10 - 11:30 a.m Prenatal Yoga, Donna 5:30 - 7 p.m. Hatha Flow, Karuna 7:30 - 9 p.m. Yoga Basics Course, 8 cless/$80 monthly, Preregister APPLIED COMBAT MARTIAL ARTS 6:30 - 8 pm. Adult class 525 Josephine Street, Information call 250-352-0459 EMOTIVE MOVEMENTS 5 - 6:30 p.m. Dance Foundations, All Levels

FELDENKRAIS CLASSES 1 - 2 p.m. Effortless Movement. OM Studio, 6 Mile, 3067 Heddle Rd 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Reduce Stress, Kutenais Finest, 182 Baker St.

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Saturdays

�� SHANTI YOGA STUDIO SHANTIYOGA.CA

Judy Katz 352-3319, somatikatz@gmail.com RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS 3-4:00 p.m. Beginner ages 6 & up

10 - 11:30 a.m. Rejuvanitive Soma Yoga, Shayla

�� 12 - 1:30 p.m. Hatha Flow, Cindy 4-5:30 p.m. Performance Group ages 8 �� KOOTENAY AKIDO & up 9:15 - 10:45 a.m. Intro Akido 213C Baker �� S.Nelson, Rhythmic Dimensions 505-1812. St 250-352-3935.

QI-GONG & CHEN TAI CHI 7 - 8 p.m. at the Central School Gym.

�� Sundays GLOBAL RHYTHMS �� 5 - 6 p.m. World music dance workout. The SHANTI YOGA STUDIO SHANTIYOGA.CA Moving Centre, 533 Baker. �� 10-11:30 a.m. Prenatal Yoga,Donna FELDENKRAIS CENTRE 12�� - 1:30 p.m. Anusara Yoga, Elissa FELDENKRAIS CENTRE 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Regain Mobility 206 Victoria St., Susan Grimble 352-3449

Info 250-505-4562 Chris Gibson

�� Mondays

2 - 3 p.m. First Class 206 Victoria St., Susan Grimble 352-3449.

2 - 4 p.m. Level 1 Progressive Yoga Course 4 weeks/$100 monthly, Preregister

FOLK FUSION SKIRT DANCE 3 - 4 p.m. Ages 7-11 All Levels.

THE ART OF MOVEMENT 5 - 6:30 p.m. Strengthen, Lengthen & Connect w/ Lisa Front Studio-Moving Centre 533 Baker 250-354-0484 info. YANG/CHEN TAI CHI AND QI GONG 7 -8:30 a.m. Summit Health & Fitness, 685-B Baker St 250-352-7897

Tuesdays

SHANTI YOGA STUDIO SHANTIYOGA.CA 10 - 11:30 a.m. Gentle Yoga, Maureen 5:30 - 7 p.m. Hatha Flow , Karuna 7:30 - 9 p.m. Yoga Basics Course 8 classes/$80 month, Preregister applied combat martial arts

Fridays

12 -1:30 p.m. Invigorating Yoga, Anie 4:15 - 5:15 p.m. Teen Yoga, Marie 5 :30- 7 p.m. Anusara Yoga, Elissa

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6 Mile, 3067 Heddle Rd, 250-825-0011

11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

5:30 -7:00 Anusara Yoga, Elissa

Shambhala Meditation Centre, 444 Baker St., upstairs 352-6132.

KOOTENAY AKIDO 6:30 - 8 p.m. Adult Class, 213C Baker St 250-352-3935.

SHANTI YOGA STUDIO SHANTIYOGA.CA 10 - 11:30 a.m. Yoga Therapy, Anie

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OM YOGA STUDIO 10 - 11:30 a.m. Quantum Yoga, Alison

12 - 1:30 p.m. Invigorating Yoga, Sharon 7:30 -9:00 Yin Yoga, Menaka

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525 Josephine St. Information call 250352-0459.

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YANG/CHEN TAI CHI AND QI GONG 7 -8:30 a.m. Summit Health & Fitness, 685B Baker St 250-352-7897

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6:30 - 8 p.m. Adult Class

www.omyogasixmile.com. �� SHANTI YOGA STUDIO SHANTIYOGA.CA 6 - 7 p.m. Adult, Studio Alive, 352-0047 KUNDALINI YOGA WITH CATHERINE �� 10 - 11:30 a.m. Yoga Therapy, Laurie LEIGHLAND

RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS 3:15-4:00 p.m. Introductory ages 4-5

Please proof for accuracy then phone, Phone: 250.354.3910 • Fax: 250.35 The Express is not responsible for

4:00-5:30 p.m. Intermediate ages 8 & up ��

�� CONTACT 5:30-6:30Inter/adv extra class IMPROVISATION DANCE JAM �� 7:30 - 9 p.m. all levels and live musicians �� welcome. The Moving Centre, 533A Baker

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7:30 - 9 p.m. Restorative Yoga, Yasmin

St. Info 250-352-3319 Judy.

S. Nelson, Rhythmic Dimensions 5051812. QI-GONG & CHEN TAI CHI

�� 7 - 8 p.m. at the Central School Gym. Info KYOKUSHIN KARATE 505-4562 Chris Gibson. 2:30�� - 3:45 p.m. Kids �� 6 - 7 p.m. Adults SARVA SHAKTI SADHANA CIRCLE �� Blewette Elementary School, Keith Clughart, NELSON BREAST FEEDING CLINIC �� 7 - 8 p.m. An ancient siddhar yoga 551-3345.�� 9:30 - 11:30 a.. Free drop-in Nelson Health practice �� Unit, 2nd floor Kutenai Building, 333 Victoria #209-ManiStone Centre, 507 Baker St, �� RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS �� Street, more info 250-505-7200. 505-7832 2:15-3:30 p.m. Beg/Inter ages 6 & up �� KOOTENAY AKIDO 3:30-4:14 p.m. Intro ages 4-5 FELDENKRAIS CENTRE 11-12 p.m. First Class 206 Victoria St., Susan Grimble 352-3449

4 - 5 p.m. Akido Fun, ages 4-6 5 -6 p.m. Kids Class, ages 7-12

Redfish, Rhythmic Dimensions 505-1812.

KUTENAIS FINEST PERSONAL TRAINING 6 a.m. & 8 a.m. Boot Camp with Ali Popoff

�� BELLYFIT FUSION FITNESS 8:45 - 9:45 a.m. at the Moving Centre. Call Heather, 354-0492

6:30 - 8 p.m. Adult Class213C Baker St 250-352-3935.

OM YOGA STUDIO 10 - 11:30 a.m. Quantum Yoga, Alison

TRANSCENDENDENT COMBAT SPORTS 6 p.m. Combat cardio,

6 Mile, 3067 Heddle Rd, 250-825-0011 www.omyogasixmile.com

250-509-1061. Summit Health and Fitness

Blewette Elementary School, Keith Clughart, 551-3345

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�� YANG/CHEN TAI CHI AND QI GONG 7 -8:30 a.m. Summit Health & Fitness, 685B Baker St 250-352-7897

Moving Centre, Pamela 352-1795, vibrationartisan@gmail.com

KYOKUSHIN KARATE 2:30 - 3:45 p.m. Kids, 6 - 7 p.m. Adults

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drop-in classes and events SHANTI YOGA STUDIO SHANTIYOGA.CA 10 - 11:30 a.m. Mum & New Baby Yoga, Donna

�� Colette Venier

health calendar Wednesdays

dren being abused in BC, even by the most conservative of estimates, is at least 10 per cent of boys and 20 per cent of girls. These numbers indicate a problem. Harmful consequences may be avoided or reduced if young people are able to disclose abuse to a trusted adult and receive support, assistance and treatment. For information or support contact 250-352-3504 Ext. 224.

KUTENAIS FINEST PERSONAL TRAINING 8 a.m. Abs & Buns Ball Class with Ali Popoff

182 Baker St 250-352-9196 kootenay akido

6 - 7:30 p.m. Intro Akido 213C Baker St 250-352-3935.

YANG/CHEN TAI CHI AND QI GONG �� 7 -8:30 a.m. Summit Health & Fitness, 182 Baker St. 250-352-9196 KUTENAIS FINEST PERSONAL TRAINING 685-B Baker St 250-352-7897 �� 6 a.m. & 8 a.m. Boot Camp with Ali Popoff FELDENKRAIS CLASSES 182 Baker St 250-352-9196

1 - 2 p.m. Effortless movement. Kutenais Finest, 182 Baker St. Judy Katz 352-3319, somatikatz@gmail. com.

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health&wellness HELP Depot needs help

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Saturday shoppers enjoy the local wares at last year’s Cottonwood Falls market.

Cottonwood Falls Market opens soon Opening Day Saturday, May 1, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Cottonwood Falls Park

Cottonwood Falls Community Market has had a face-lift. New vendors and a new look will greet market fans when it opens Saturday, May 1, at 9:30 am, Cottonwood Falls Park in Nelson. “We’ve made improvements for the 2010 season,” says EcoSociety board member John Alton. “And we’ve reached out to farmers and food processors to increase our local food self- sufficiency. “In this time of uncertain weather, the EcoSociety believes that a strong local agriculture base is essential for sustaining our food needs. No longer can we depend on imported food, as many agricultural belts are experiencing chronic drought.” Alton also points out that local markets are one of the best ways to create economic stability as well, but this will happen only if enough people choose to buy local foods and produce.

The spring market will feature bedding plants, garden greens, eggs, Salsa, cheese, seeds, hand made gifts, great savory and sweet foods, coffee, herbal body care and body work, artwork, gift cards and much more. Many of the old favourites will be on hand, but new vendors will add to the mix of the tried and true. “Remember to bring your own shopping bags and coffee mugs to help reduce waste,” says Alton. Early goers can find parking at the market, but by mid day the EcoSociety advises to park at the foot of Baker Street and walk the 2 blocks to the market. “Even better, leave your car at home and walk the whole way for fun and exercise,” says Alton. Take in the live entertainment from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., grab some lunch, meet your friends and bring the whole family. The market runs from May to October, every Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. - submitted

The Canadian Red Cross – Health Equipment Loan Program (HELP) is seeking individuals to join their team of volunteers in Nelson. The Depot provide short term loans of walkers, wheelchairs, bath aides and other personal care equipment to people who are recovering at home from an injury, illness or surgery. With a referral from a health care professional, the Canadian Red Cross will be able to ensure clients receive the proper equipment needed for their recovery. “Over the years, we have seen more people access our equipment than ever before. Last year the West Kootenay HELP Depots saw 3,300 people access almost 5,800 pieces of equipment. The demand is certainly there.” Says Liza Soukoroff, Program Assistant with HELP. The HELP Depot is looking for Customer Service volunteers. These volunteers act as the frontline contact for in-person and telephone inquiries, they dispense

NELSON BECKER

Left to right: Virginia Young, Jean Mowbray and Fern Raedcher are encouraging Nelsonites to lend a hand at the HELP Depot.

and receive equipment that is being loaned or returned, and complete the necessary documentation. Full training and support is provided. If you are able to com-

mit two to four hours a week, the HELP Deopt would love to hear from you! Please call Carmen (250) 354-4456 for more information. - submitted

body & soul health directory

ACUPUNCTURE KateButt,AcupunctureandHerbalMedicine...................................551-5283 MichaelSmith,Dr.TCM,10yearsexperience..................................352-0459

Whispering Herd - Counselling Equine Assisted Growth, Life Transitions, whisperingherd.com ................................................................ 354-77778

PHARMACY

HAIR CARE

PILATES

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

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

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

HOLISTIC HEALTH

PSYCHOLOGISTS Joy Green Hypnosis, Talk Therapy, Energy Work ......................... 352-9927

Shauna Robertson Acupuncture & Herbs .................................... 352-2167

AuraDefence&PranashaktyCanada.Power,Beauty,Healing.www.auradefence. com pranashakty.org nelsonpranashakty@gmail.com ..................... 505-7832

ART THERAPY

Syama

ClearwaterArtTherapy..................................................................505-1100

FlowerEssences.ITeachTheSecretandMayan.................................777-1077

BODYWORK

Jennifer Keirstead Reg. Holistic Nutritionist .................................... 509-1417

Dennis Keithley RMT since 1983, BSc Kinesiology available evenings, weekends and holidays ................................................................. 354-8406

Integrated Healing Touch, Biodynamic Craniosacral,Esalen®DeepTissue, Shiatsu, Reflexology, Bliss, Certified - Niko ................................... 551-2577

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

Valerie Nunes RMT @ Acupuncture Natural Health Clinic, new clients welcome .................................................................................... 505-3946

HYPNOTHERAPY

Colette Venier RMT Cranial-Sacral Therapy Viscercal Manipulation, 1st Tx $50, reg. $65/hr ............................................. 551-0416

RolfStructuralIntegration,www.gravitytherapy.com........................352-6611

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

COACHING Richard Klein, Stress Reduction Coach ........................................ 352-3280 Shayla Wright certified life coach/spiritual mentor.......................... 352-7908

COLONICS Hydrotherpy,Detoxification,Nutrition.U.Devine.............................352-6419

COUNSELLING & CONSULTATION Sally Shamai, MEd, RCC, individuals & couples .................... 1-877-688-5565 Dienna Raye, MA., Counsellor and Life Coach .............................. 352-1220 GailNovack,MEd.Counselling,Grief&Loss...................................505-3781

Sylvie

heals

with

Hawaiian

Lomilomi,

Thai,

Qi-Gong

SharonBest,CertifiedAdv.Hypnotherapist.......................................354-7750 Irene Mock, Reg. www.kootenayhypnotherapy.com .......................... 352-7035

MASSAGE SERVICES A Touch of Aloha, Lomi, Cranio, Structural, Sports ........................ 229-4424

REGISTERED MASSAGE D Voykin RMT, 30 Yrs. By fee or donation ...................................... 509-0345

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

SPAS

MountainWatersSpa,VotedBestSpa2007-09............................352-3280 Ginger Joy Rivest, Neuro Somatic Therapy�� ..................................... 505-4284 �� ShalimarHealthSpa,VotedNelson’sBestSpa................................54-4408 PalliativeMassageCourse,July3-10,2009�............................ 1-800-611-5788 �� Found,Nelson’sAvedaConceptSpa&Salon................................352-7775 Power Essentials, True Aromatherapy & Massage ....................... 505-4144

YOGA Rubitin Mobile & Studio, Deep T., Neuro,�� Sports ......................... 352-6804 �� Om Yoga 3067 Heddle Rd.,6-Mile, omyogasixmile.com ................ 825-0011 Gabriel Keczan, Neuro Somatic Therapy ........................................ 777-1159 NUTRITIONISTS

�� TheYogaLoft625FrontSt.withJennaArpita.................................825-2209

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

Shanti Yoga Studio, Baker @ Josephine .................................... 352-7703

JenieTaylor,BCST&SomaticTraumaTherapy................................. 551-4022

April is Earth Month at the Kootenay Co-op! Check out our Earth-friendly specials, prizes, demos and more ��

…and don’t forget our Spring Caselot Sale April 18-24!

“Eat the change you seek in the world!” -Co-op shopper

live music

Wed. Apr. 21

OPEN MIC NIGHT with Estevan at The Royal. PAUL LANDSBERG with Strings @ Library Lounge SPECIAL LIVE EARTH DAY broadcast noon-2 p.m. Kootenay Co-op, EcoSociety Co-op Radio. Prizes. Come and celebrate!

Thurs. Apr. 22 REGGAE/DANCEHALL DJ at The Royal. 8pm.

Fri. Apr. 23 ADHAM SHAIKH PERFORMS at THe Royal for a $10 performance. Openers to be announced soon. CELEBRATE DAVID MITCHELL’S birthday with ”Tangerine” & Double D Swing @ The Coconut Lounge. 8-10pm MOSTLY SWING DANCING 6pm - 8pm Free. Royal on Baker St. Friendly, fun, open ! Every Friday! JUDE DAVISON SINGS acoustic originals and eclectic covers, Max & Irmas 6-9pm SAVAGE BLADE @ SpiritBar

Sat. Apr. 24 DRIVE IF YOU MUST with Kashoo @ SpiritBar ELLISON’S CAFE PRESENTS Hurry Up Amie, Dave Scanlan & Walker Brothers, Michael Guthrie (Seattle)formerly of Kaslo, Ellison’s Cafe 12-3 DINNER DANCE BENEFIT featuring the blues rock band “Roxy” at Valican Whole Community Center. Advance tickets at Eddy’s Music, Frog Peak Cafe, Nothin’ Fancy at Slocan Park Service or call 250-359-7976 GUATEMALA MISSION w/ Ryan Wells and MC Hawkins at The Royal LIVE WORLD MUSIC Fusion at Sissie’s in Winlaw, featuring the Dharmas accompanied by Nathan & Vie.

aroundtown

EMERGENCE3. The Cocoa-Nut Lounge presents the world-beat house band EverOne from 810pm. BRUNCH AT THE Royal with Soniko. 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Sun. Apr. 25 NIKKO @ Library Lounge 6-10 p.m. “NOTHIN’ BUT THE Blues”. Join QCity Blues Band @ The Royal. 7-11pm. BRUNCH AT The Royal continues with Cole Walker. 11:30 a.m -3 p.m.

Mon. Apr. 26 SARAH MCGLYNN & Rich Rabnett @ Library Lounge 6-10 p.m. LATIN SALSA DANCE at The Royal. 6:30.

Tues. Apr. 27 TUESDAY IS BLUESDAY With host band “The Jones Brothers Jam Band” @ Finley’s. CLIFF MADDIX & Friends @ Library Lounge ALL AGES OPEN Mic ever y Tuesday at the CocoaNut Lounge. 6-10pm. Hosted by Rob Funk SWING DANCING with Howie @ The Royal. 7-9 p.m. MAGIC BUS at The Royal with BRYX and BEN FOX BAR-ROOM DANCE classes continue at The Royal. 7p.m.

Wed. Apr. 28

OPEN MIC NIGHT with Estevan at The Royal. PAUL LANDSBERG with Strings @ Library Lounge

Thurs. Apr. 29

MISS EMILY BROWN and guests at The Royal. 8pm

.Fri. Apr. 30

MAD PROFESSOR @ SpiritBAr BRUNCH WITH IAN Haynes at THe Royal continues 11:30 a.m -3 p.m. SKULL HAMMER with Alone Against Rome @ The Royal.

special events Wed. Apr. 21 FREE INFORMATION SESSION on a variety of Careers in the Healthcare field. Registration/ Information: info@kcds.ca or (250)352-6200 WINE TASTING Social @ The Royal. From 5-7pm. Advance reservation required

Thurs. Apr. 22 FILM: “NO IMPACT MAN” Capitol Theatre, 7 pm. Visit: www.transitionnelson.org for further details.

Fri. Apr. 23

TRASH ART CHALLENGETrashformation Gala, 7-9pm Passmore Hall. Reduce-ReuseRecreate.Trashy costumes welcome.Info www.slocanvalleyarts.ca DANCES OF UNIVERSAL PEACE weekend with Bruce Calkins from Spokane. Friday from 7 - 9:30pm. See also Saturday’s calendar listing. By donation,

everyone welcome. Bring nonmarking indoor footwear and a water bottle. For directions to the venue and other information, call 250-825-0012.

Sat. Apr. 24 HAPPY EARTH DAY! Free celebrations taking part all day in Nelson. Visit: www.kootenayearthday.ca for details. DANCES OF UNIVERSAL PEACE weekend with Bruce Calkins from Spokane 2 to 5pm and 7 9:30pm. Potluck supper -- bring a dish to share (full kitchen available). See also Friday’s calendar listing. By donation, everyone welcome. Bring nonmarking indoor footwear and a water bottle. For directions to the venue and other information, call 250-825-0012. LEGION GENERAL MEETING 2:00 pm upstairs hall - members only CELEBRATE EARTH DAY at Cottonwood Falls Park. FREE live music, exciting workshops, Live Art!

Sun. Apr. 25

Tues. Apr. 27

TRASH ART CHALLENGE ar t show 11-3 pm. Passmore Hall. For more info www.slocanvalleyarts.ca NELSON CYCLING CLUB’s annual bike swap. Held at the Rod & Gun Club at 12:30 - 2:30 TEXAS HOLD’EM POKER 12:30 pm upstairs Legion Hall. Everyone welcome over age 19. Info 352-7727 LEGION CRIBBAGE 12:30 pm in beverage room.

.LAM RIM TEACHING by Ven. Zasep Tulku Rinpoche. 7 - 9 pm at the Gompa: 6425 Sproule Creek Rd. Nelson. By donation - suggested $8 - 12. For more information (or ride): 250-354-0206

Mon. Apr. 26

AGM + Meet N’Greet Social - Nelson & District Arts Council, TNTPlayhouse (Carbonate & Ward)7pm, info@ndac.ca formore info. HARLEQUIN DUCKS vs CANOES Marlene Machmer,BSc.,MSc. 7:30/8 p.m. Robson Community Hall West Kootenay Naturalists

Wed. Apr. 28

WILD WONDERS: INTERNATIONAL Wildlife Film Festival. Join The Land Conservancy of BC in partnership with Selkirk College on Thursday, April 28, 2010 at 7:00pm @ Nelson United Church to celebrate Earth Month with a screening of three award-winning films from the International Wildlife Film Festival. Enter by donation. For more information call The Land Conservancy at 354-7345. FLIKS PRESENTS ITALIAN comedy MID-AUGUST LUNCH. Poor Gianni lives with four old ladies. Capitol 7:30pm

ongoing events Wednesdays NEED INEXPENSIVE BIRTH CONTROL? Options for Sexual Health drop-in clinic. 333 Victoria St. 5:30-8 p.m. THE NELSON SCRABBLE CLUB meets Wednesdays at 1 p.m. Info 352-6936 DOES SOMEONE’S DRINKING TROUBLE YOU? Al-Anon meeting noon The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. 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 352-3366 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 Elementary School when school is in session. 352-9547 or 3525739 BAHA’I COMMUNITY of Nelson. Please join us for an introduction to Baha’i Faith. 7 p.m. 354-0944 WALKING CLUB MEETING Under Orange Bridge Nelson, 10 a.m. Proximately 2 hours walk 250.352.3517 libaz@shaw.ca CHOIR AT NDYC 3:30-5:30. Call 352-5656 for details DRUG PROBLEM? We can help. Call Narcotics Anonymous 1.800.342.7439 PARENT & CHILD TIME at the Harrop Hall. 10 a.m. - 12 noon Information: Lesley 825-0140 NELSON WOMEN’S CENTRE drop in noon-four. Free clothing/ food.420 Mill Street 250.352.9916 LEGION DARTS in beverage room, 7:30 p.m. info 352-7727 or email rclbr51@telus.net

Thursdays IS ALCOHOL A PROBLEM IN YOUR LIFE? AA Meetings, Lunch Bunch at Noon. Into Action Big Book Study at 8:00 p.m. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. ACUPUNCTURE for ADDICTIONS Free drop-in clinic, 1:30 p.m. Located at 333 Victoria Street, 2nd Floor. 505-7248

BIBLE STUDY JOY BAPTIST CHURCH, 6:30 p.m. 560 Baker St., Suite #3. Everyone welcome. SIGNING CHOIR (sign language) 3:30 p.m. at NDYC, 608 Lake St. www. ndyc.com REDFISH BADMINTON Ages 15 to 90 Mon Thurs 6:30 p.m. $3 drop in. Call 229-4346 or 229-4343 for more details. PUBLIC MEDITATION 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. All welcome. Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre, 444 Baker St. www.nelsonbuddha.com NELSON WOMEN’S CENTRE noon - 4 for recycled bag sewing project. 250 352 9916 NELSON BADMINTON CLUB meets at Mary Hall Gymnasium, 7 - 9 p.m. Everyone welcome. Anne 250-3527536 Guy 250-352-6330. ADULT BADMINTON @ Redfish School, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. $20. Bring racquet and indoor footwear. For info call 229-4346 229-4343 229-4485 TOASTMASTERS 2ND AND 4TH Thursday (each month): Improve your public speaking, communication and leadership skills. http:// kokanee.freetoasthost.ws ENJOY DRAWING PEOPLE? 7-9 pm, Until Feb 11. $60. KSA drawing studio. Ph 352-7646. HABLAS ESPANOL? GROUP meeting 2nd & 4th Thursday of the Month. Grounded 5 p.m. Todos Bieviendo

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CHILDREN’S ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS Ages 4-7 at The Moving Centre. Call The Dance Path, Marguerite Wood, 359-2926. WALK IN PEACE: at Lakeside Park (at the gate), 1st Saturday monthly. 10:30 a.m. Be The Change. KUTENAI ART THERAPY INSTITUTE Art Zone Drop-In Open Studio 11-4 pm. 601 Front St. 250-352-2264.

Sundays 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 WORSHIP SERVICES JOY BAPTIST CHURCH 10 a.m., 11 a.m, 6:30 p.m., 560 Baker St, Suite #3, 8254095. 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. NELSON AA - Sunday Morning 10 a.m. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. NELSON UNITED CHURCH service, 10 a.m. 602 Silica St. All are welcome. ASCENSION LUTHERAN CHURCH Service 10:15 a.m. 1805 Silverking Rd. You are welcome. 352-2515 ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH Everyone welcome to 4 p.m. worship 21 Silica St. 354-3308 SAHAJ MARG group meditationplease phone: Eleanor 352-3366 or Sarah 354- 9496 TIBETAN BUDDHIST SITTING and walking Meditation Open to Everyone. 10 - 11:30 a.m. at the Gompa, 6425 Sproule Creek Rd. tashicholing.ca 250-354-0206.

Mondays REDFISH BADMINTON Ages 15 to 90 Mon Thurs 6:30 p.m. $3 drop in. Call 229-4346 or 229-4343 for more details. 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 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 250-3526892 NELSON SCOTTISH COUNTRY Dancing 7-9 p.m. Central School gym. Beginners welcome, first class free. SHOTOKAN KARATE 5-7p.m. St. Joseph’s school gym 523 Mill Street NELSON BADMINTON CLUB meets at Mary Hall Gymnasium, 7 - 9 p.m. Everyone welcome. Anne 250-3527536 Guy 250-352-6330 DROP IN GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP. 7-9 p.m. at Broader Horizons, 905 Gordon Road, back door. ADULT BADMINTON @ Redfish School, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. $20. Bring racquet and indoor footwear. For info call 229-4346 229-4343 229-4485 COOKING CLASSES EVERY Wed/Sun. Many topics to choose from. Contact Lorraine at lorrainer61@gmail.com or 250-352-3860

Tuesdays SUFFER FROM AN Eating Disorder? Need Support?, 352-9598 after 6 p.m. or mcsuzzie@hotmail.com for more info. ACUPUNCTURE for ADDICTIONS Free drop-in clinic, 1:30 p.m. Located at 333 Victoria St, 2nd Floor. 505-7248 YOUNG FELLOWS OFF BOOZE AA Meeting 8 p.m. The Cellar. 717A Vernon NELSON WOMEN’S CENTRE drop in noon-four. Free clothing/ food.420 Mill Street 250.352.9916 NELSON COMMUNITY BAND Rehearsals, 7:30-9:00, First Baptist Church, 611 5th St, New members welcome. 352-6119 DRUMMING FROM THE Hear t with Kim Masse Drumcircle@Nor th Shore Hall 7:15pm $7 kimmasse@shaw.ca 250.505.2684 NEW OA MEETING 577 BAker St. 8 p.m. 1.800.611.5788.

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

Saturdays WILDERNESS SURVIVAL, HERBALISM and Stone Age Skills classes! Ongoing program. Children, teen, adult classes. 357-2822. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Noon meeting at The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. THE NELSON SCRABBLE CLUB meets Saturday at 1 p.m. For further info. Please call 250-352-6936. NELSON CHESS CLUB every Saturday morning, all welcome. Seniors Hall, 777 Vernon St.

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Columbia Basin Watershed contest

Aries Mar 21 - Apr 19

If you can efficiently manage your resources this week you can expect a positive outcome. Doing more with less is the continuing theme of success for you right now.

Taurus Apr 20 - May 20

This is a good time to be honest with your true feeling, especially in the home. If there is something bothering you it will be important to discuss it sooner rather than later. Difficulties in this area may take some time to sort out, but it is important establish open communication.

Gemini May 21 - June 20

This is a good week to undertake some new challenges. This can allow an opportunity to cultivate a new level of self-awareness and may even open a few doors for you on the way.

Cancer June 21 - Jul 22

Building and establishing solid foundations at home or in the work place can be important this week. You may have to re-evaluate your current commitments, and take time to think through before making new ones.

Leo Jul 23 - Aug 22

Be bold lion! You may feel like you are going in circles with trying to get things done, but perseverance is the key to your success right now. What is old news to you can be new and innovative to other people so continue sharing your ideas in a clear, concise way.

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April 21, 2010

Kootenay Festival of the Arts performers heading to provincials

Deadline for submissions in Friday, April 30

The Columbia Basin Watershed Network was developed to coordinate education and information resources, increase capacity and foster networking among groups, individuals and organizations involved in watershed management within the Canadian portion of the Columbia Basin. To help get the word out about the Watershed Network, they are hosting a basin-wide contest and want your suggestions in coming up with a name for the Watershed Network’s e-newsletter. Consider names that exemplify what watersheds within the Columbia Basin mean to you. The winner will receive a beautiful gift basket of quality products made in the Columbia Basin. The prize package is valued at more than $150 and the winner will be featured on the website. Entries are due by Friday, April 30. Send in your ideas to www.cbwn.ca or email cbwatersheds@gmail.com The Columbia Basin Watershed Network was

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Time to make waves, especially when it comes to relationships or your work. Right now action can be more effective than words. By making decisions that support you and a healthy sustainable lifestyle you can empower yourself and inspire others around you to do the same.

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participate in the Piano section of the Provincial Festival. Daniel Rodman, Heather Kramar, Espoir Segbeaya, Sebastian Shah, Marley Reynold and Ashleigh MacLean earned awards for Speech Arts. Galen Boulanger won the Kootenay Festival award and was recommended for the Provincial Festival, Musical Theatre class. Oksana Karpiv, Alexis Grebe, Shannon Rodman, Natalie Bidinoff-Gardiner, Jonathan Guercio, Julia Halbert, Michael Marsland, Hilory Huscroft and Marie Civitarese earned awards for Classical Voice. Fiona Burkholder, Helen Xie, Sienna Drake, Douglas Johnstone, Zoe Neudorf, Alexandra Deane, Marlies Zimmer, Ben Kanda, Joniah Grebe, Sonja Poole, Niallan Collier and Gavin Deane earned festival awards for piano. - submitted

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West Kootenay BMX Racing is a new organization that is being formed to develop this exciting competitive sport in the area. There is land for a track, and organizers are currently applying for sanctioning with the ABA, the largest governing body for the sport in the world. British Columbia has had a strong BMX racing scene for nearly 30 years. With classes for all ages in 20” wheeled bikes and 24” (cruiser) wheeled bikes everyone can ride, making it a great way for a family to go racing together. To get involved or find out more email westkoot enaybmxracing@yahoo. com sk9E000124 and check out ababmx.com. Also, check it out on Facebook under West Kootenay BMX Racing.

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developed to coordinate education and information resources, increase capacity and foster networking among groups, individuals and organizations involved in watershed management within the Canadian portion of the Columbia Basin.

More than 20 students were chosen by the Kootenay Festival of the Arts Adjudicators to receive awards and invitations to the Provincial Festival on Sunday, May 23. The dance performers chosen to perform at the Provincial Festival were Heather Anderson, Kaitlyn Sahlstrom, Sally Turnbull, Allison Brooks. Candidates for the Provincial Festival to participate as Observers in the Classical Voice, Musical Theatre and Speech Arts Classes were Oksana Karpiv, Shannon Rodman, Jonathan Guercio and Sebastian Shah. Candidates for Classical Voice, Musical Theatre and Speech Arts at the Provincial Festival are Alexis Grebe, Galen Boulanger, Heather Kramar, Daniel Rodman, Hilory Huscroft and Marie Civitarese. Aaron and Noah Burkholder were chosen as candidates for the Strings Section of the Provincial Festival. Niallan Collier was recommended to

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IF YOU ARE a human being who will someday die and who has ever suffered in any way? Then this event is for you: an open invitation to the Nelson Adidam Study Group. 3544724 KOOTENAY KIDS SOCIETY is seeking ECE Senior Supervisor to be responsible for all aspects of planning, implementing and evaluating of age appropriate program for children in their care. For detailed job posting please visit www.kootenaykids.ca. Posting closes April 26th, 2010. KITCHEN RENO @ Proctors Seniors Hall. April 16th & 23rd. Cupboards & appliances, buy & remove. Reasonable. View 229.4535. ARTS AND CULTURE WEEK is on! Get out and enjoy a gallery walk, performance or exhibition in your school or community. www.bcartsweek.org. ATTENTION RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL survivors and day school students! Confused about the Independent Assessment Process (IAP)? Government not answering your questions? Not sure if you qualify? Need help? We’ve helped over 3000 survivors across Canada. Call now! 1-888-918-9336.

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LOST & FOUND RED LEATHER SHOES lost April 10th on the shore by the dump at the end of the dog walk. Call 250-505-9995 FOUND; IPOD. 250-551-4190. Identify to re-claim. LOST: OR RIGHT hand glove grey & black anywhere from Ymir to Winlaw, please call 250-505-0844 LOST: CHILD’S FOX stuffed animal. If found please return. 250-551-0611. Will make her smile!!

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12FT. EDSON ALUMINUM boat,9.9 Merc, deep hull, fish finder, seats, rod holders, trailer $2800.00 250359-7194.

April 21, 2010

GARAGE SALES MOVING SALE MISC., Sat., April 24th 9-1 p.m. “No early birds” 3512 Blewett Rd. BASEMENT SALE ASCENSION Lutheran Church 1805 Silver King Rd. Fr.Apr.23-Apr.24 8am-1pm Coffee Muffins-Bake Sale 8119 MUNCH RD. Almost everything to go 8 a.m. till 4 p.m. Sat. & Sun. APRIL 24TH YARD sale at 510 Carbonate St. weather permitting. 10:00 a.m no earlier please.

MISC. FOR SALE CARGO TRAILER. 6X4 Covered, great condition, sparewheel,white/ lined. $1650. can email photos: nialleden@gmail.com HUSQVARNA 266 XP chainsaw; seldom used excellent condition; locally maintained; extras. $400. 505-2190. ALTO SAX $250, H. Seigler 2/4 Violin $300 352-0335 JACUZZI, 8 JETS, fits 2 with lots of room, used seldom. $300. 226-7228 8X4 FACTORY MADE 2000 lb. trailer, $1000 firm. 1/2 HP new electric motor. 359.7443 2 STARCHOICE RECEIVERS, 1 Mod.DSR305 $75.00 & 1 Mod. DSR401 $50.00 Ph. 250-352-0136 CROSSBOW RESISTANT EXERCISE unit for complete workout new $800 selling $150 2502294939 XBOX-2 CONLS,13 GAMES $100/ minichopper HD $400/DVD player x2 $50/20” flat screen $100/ATV 350 Yamaha98 4x4 BIKES: CHILD’S $30, 12” minimountaineer $50, adult mountain $75, aluminum canoe $350 (250) 352-0013

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MISC. WANTED

CREAM SEPARATOR, OLDER OK, electric powered. Also wanted, band saw and belt sander. 250.226.7990 OLD SKATEBOARD DECKS (without wheels). Adult sized, not youth. Stress cracks are OK. 354 3993 SKIS AND BOARDS, free, for funky fence. Will pick up. Dave 250.226.7959 HAND CRANKED KITCHEN tools: Julienne mouli shredder, nut grinder, meat grinder. Malin 250-355-0053

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TRIPOD WITH BALL head. 250359-8115 SINGLE MOM WITH eleven year old special needs daughter needs house and job. 250-352-9876 LONELY ROOSTER LOOKING for spring love. All types hens welcome to his hobby farm 250-352-7913 BABY CLOTHES/EQUIPMENT FOR ‘elimination communication’ parenting. Infant undies, pants, books... We need it all! 250-353-2676 LOOKING FOR KITCHEN table 4 chairs up to $50.00 Will pick up call Bonnie 250-551-5055 LOOKING FOR FREE construction materials for new non-profit business. Call Terry @ Recycle for Wellness. 250-354-7070 LOOKING FOR A fridge in good condition. 250-352-1746 NELSON WOMEN’S CENTRE seeking a display rack for reclaimed and recycled bag project. Please call 352-9916 USED ELECTRIC KILN for local potter. Call Eryn 352-2925 CANOE WANTED. MUST be in reasonable shape. Call 250-352-7152 JANETTE & JUDY need 2-3 bedroom, w/d, storage. Downtown or Fairview. $750 - $900 judy_mulloy@hotmail. com 250 505 9294. NEED ROOF RACK for 2000 VW Beetle. Also bike rack for same. 1250-353-2439 CHILD’S HIGHCHAIR: IN good condition for Grandma’s house. 226-7397 eves WANTED: LEFT OVER Hardie Plank. Any colour. Will buy any amount for my addition. 551-3833

AFRO-CUBAN PERCUSSION WORKSHOP KRIS LEDREW FRIDAY nights 7-8:30 starting april 30th 21st of may 352-9832 BACH TR300 TRUMPET. Great condition. Great for band student. Recently tuned/tweaked. $350 obo. 352-1794.

SUBARU SIZE 37” & 39” Roof Racks for pre-mounted runners. $20.00 Please call 354-0207. CANOPY FOR LONGBOX Ford Ranger, bush bumper, 235/75/15 winter tires, open to offers. (250)5056600 4 ALL SEASON Tires and Honda Prelude Alloy Rims 205/55R15. Excellent Condition. $425 352-2181 HEADACHE RACK WITH sides off. Full size truck 701/2” wide x 82” long. $200 OBO, 250.304.3535 92 DAKOTA PARTS truck, 4x4, $200, small box high-rise canopy, free, new dry box $100. (250)355-2765

BUDGIES! 3 ADULTS (1 male, 2 females), 4-six week old babies! $20/ ea. 250-354-4546. Beautiful, healthy family!

2 CAMPERS FOR small truck. Both have stove and sink. Other, oven and 3-way fridge;$400/$800. (250)5056600 1976 19.5’ SKYLARK Travel trailer, 3500 lbs., compact unit, appliances work well. $1500. 250.304.2964 2008 HONDA CBR25 - good condition, low km’s, fuel efficient. Includes helmet, jacket, cover & carrier. $3400. 551-9492 ATVS 90CC & 250cc like new. 2005 Honda 600RR motor and pipe. Best offer or trade. 354.1506 KAWASAKI KV75 MINI motorbike, immaculate condition, with vertical car bumper rack. $950 obo. 8254643, ihp@shaw.ca KAWASAKI KLR650. 2003 Great shape, many new parts, new road cases, rebuilt engine. $4500. 3549235 DIFFERENCE BETWEEN Men and Boys? Men fix their toys! Become an Outdoor Power Equipment Technician. Work on watercraft, ATVs, snowmobiles, etc. Credit towards apprenticeship. GPRC Fairview College Campus. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

PROFESSIONAL DOG GROOMING with TLC. Spring cleaning special, large dog bath and nails $25. 551-5501

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OTHER RIDE WANTED TO Vancouver May 22 or 23 and back. Call 825.0110

PERSONALS DATING SERVICE. Long-Term/ShortTerm Relationships, free calls.1-877297-9883. Exchange voice messages, voice mailboxes.1-888-534-6984. Live adult casual conversations-1on1, 1866-311-9640, Meet on chat-lines. Local Single Ladies.1-877-804-5381. (18+).

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FIREFLY HOME-CLEANING & Clutter-Busting. From tidying to total overhauls. Fast, friendly, reliable. Eco-options available. (250)5056160 ORCA TRUCK FOR HIRE. Will do dump runs, moving, etc. Patrick 5050612. ERRAND SERVICE ... yard work or other errands. All money going to CT Scanner. 825-0015.

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YOUNG CHANG PIANO, excellent condition, 1996 model, $2800 OBO. 229.5645 ABLAYZE THE HEAVY metal/rock band needs vocalist, bassist, guitarist. covers and originals. kerry 352-6200 2 YAMAHA 3-WAY PA speakers, 2 Peavey monitors,Casio Keyboard, Double guitar stand. 352-9974.

TAROT READINGS AND intuitive counseling with Ashala every Wednesday at Gaia Rising, 356 Baker St. 250-354-4471

RVS/SLEDS/BIKES 2000 21 FT aerolite cub trailer, sleeps 8 light weight easy to tow approx 3000 lbs. 250-509-0353

TIRES/PARTS/OTHER 4 SUMMER TIRES, P165/80R13, 50% tread, $30, 3 P185/70R13 summer tires, 40% tread, $20, 250-6083548 ALL-SEASON TIRES USED one season P205/70R15 on chrome rims for Tarus cars 1986-2006. $450.00 250-359-8066 97-2003 F-250, PROJECTOR headlight/signal set . Brand new in box , 1 left side , 2 right. $300.00 250226-7127.

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1992 MAZDA B2600I 4x4. Extended 2004 SUBARU FORESTER XS, cab, auto hubs, 288k, runs well. power everything. Heated leather $2500 obo. 250-777-1022. seats. keyless entry. 177,000 km. $13,500. 250-505-3822 32 FOOT 1989 Ford Bounder Motorhome. great shape, sleeps 6 SWEET DEAL. 1992 Stealth, win$10,000.O.B.O call for more info 250ter stored. New computer/battery, 357-9409 206,000km. Beauty! $4200.obo. Evenings: 250-352-192. Josie. 2008 JEEP PATRIOT, 12,000k, as new condition, 5 speed manual, deal1989 TOYOTA CAMRY. Runs great. er serviced, many options $21,495, Well maintained. New muffler. $1200 250-505-7751. OBO. 505-6585 CHEVY BLAZER. 70,000KMS, 2dr, ‘97 TOYOTA PREVIA 4WD. Great 4◊4, V6, no accidents, Red, a/c, great condition, recent new engine and condiition. 12,500 OBO natalierandrij transmission, no rust. $5900 Call ancic@hotmail.com 352-4662. 1991 DODGE P/U with canopy. 1995 HONDA ACCORD Station Needs altinator, good shape, $795 Wagon, Rebuilt engine, summer and 357-2779 winter tires, $4000 505-1178 2000 CHEVROLET BLAZER 4x4 1998 BLACK JETTA GT for sale. - new tranny and O2 sensor. Has Manual transmission, sunroof, winTAG-A-LONG KID’S BICYCLE. DEEZEE side running boards. ter and summer tires on rims, new Frame attaches to seatpost of parent 2505050780 clutch, 190,000Kms. $4200. 250bike. Good working condition. $80 357-2276. 250-352-6399. 2005 JEEP GRAND Cherokee, excellent cond., 106,000 km asking 1995 FORD TAURUS wagon, V-6, $16,500. call 250-687-1633 automatic, 276,000km. extra tires/ VACATION RENTALS rims, invested over $ 2000. $900 obo. 92’ TOYOTA 4X4 Pick-up, Runs 250-359-7756 SLOCAN RIVER WELCOMES you Great, Driven Daily, Cruise Control, with new vacation condos on the river 31’Tires, Stereo $4000obo 352-3952 2004 COROLLA 5 speed,well mainat Passmore, gateway to Valhalla tained, new brakes. $10,800 ph 2261990 4RUNNER 4CYL. working rustProvincial Park. Hot tub, BBQ, wheel7773 Rachel free tailgate, 300,000K. Needs:speedchair/elderly access. 250.226.7712 ometer cable, exhaust, windshield, 1993 CHEV CAVALIER SW. Summer www.hellovalhalla.com. Discover it! some bondo. $2000 229-5663 & winter tires. Well maintained, runs well Good mileage. $900.00 2502001 DODGE RAM 2500 Diesel 4x4, 354-1900 loaded, leather int, good condition. $12000. 250-551-7177 1988, 240DL VOLVO SEDAN, ONLY 2004SX 2.0 DODGE great shape 178300km, $ 1300 (4Winter tires w 2004 KIA SORENTO 4x4 5spd, low exec on gas 130,000km $5200 obo, rims for $100) Hans 250-225 3305 range 3.5 V6 145k asking $10,950 ready for summer.250-352-6931 call Bryan 226-7494 TOYOTA TERCEL 1988 4x4 wagon 2009 TOYOTA YARIS 3dr Hatchback, runs good, good papers $300 2501978 DODGE CAMPER, 81,000 26000km, $11,200 (250)505-9985 505-5264 miles, 17 ft, 360 motor, sleeps 4, 2004 TOYOTA MATRIX Grey, 5 $3800 obo 250 825-9228 1991 DODGE SHADOW, 180,000 spd, fwd, AC, only 100km, sips gas, km 4 cylinder engine. Great on gas 2001 DODGE GRAND Caravan $10,500, 250-505-5269 for student $300OBO Call 250-505Sport. Good condition. New brakes. �� 2054 2000 CHEVROLET MALIBU, silver, Winters on rims included. $5400. fully-loaded, winters & summers�tires, �� 250-352-1288 JEEP CHEROKEE 1990, some new 174,000 km. Call 250-442-8809 or parts. Black,some rust. $950 OBO. NEED A VEHICLE? Easy finance!! 250-442-2230. Grand Forks. �� 250-354-8105 Low Payments! $99 Delivers 24 Hour Approval. We deliver! 3,000 Vehicles 1973 CHEV PICK-UP $700. MAZDA B2000, 1986, 208000km, to choose. Call now! Mr.Green 1-800355.2370 �� runs well, good on gas, canopy, 5sp, Sudoku Difficulty Level - Medium s Big discounts! www.yesfiSudoku Classic $1500 obo, Difficulty Level - EasyClassic 916-1737. sk9E000124 250-229-6806. 1994 SATURN SL. Stylish, reliable nanceyes.com cheap w/gas car. Everything works, 1992 MITSUBISHI DELICA 7-pascd player. Call 551-1017 Tim. senger van, 4WD Turbo Diesel, �� 2008 TOYOTA YARIS. 132,000 kms, $8500, lots of extras, 41000km,Warranty, mint Condition, 354-3428. WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER new winter tires, fuel efficient, spa1993 TOYOTA PREVIA 7 seats AVAILABLE for bookings now. Super cious, chick magnet! 250-505-0631. 4WD, good condition, new transmiscompetitive rates, friendly and help98 GRAND PRIX MUST SELL sion. $5650. Call 250-354-3630/250- ��ful service. �� ryderphoto@gmail.com MOVING $2,400 obo 250 354-9851 551-1844 (250)505-6998 � ��

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RELIABLE MALE AND daughter seek housesitting or rent/trade for May in Nelson. references. Laran 250-505-5856

HERITAGE APT. Incl. utilities, furn. Seeking clean, quiet, non-smoking tenant. $898/mo. 352-5757.

QUEENS BAY, 1 bdrm view apt.(duplex). N/S N/P W/ D. Suitable for single person.$475.00+ utilities. 250-2295280

AFFORDABLE HOUSING NEEDED in downtown area for man in 50’s. Quiet respectful reliable. Mike 250.505.0461/250.352.9876

2 BDRM SUITE avail. May 1. n/s, n/p, w/d $750. Near Safeway, mall & Lakeside Pk. 354-1116

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REAL ESTATE 4 BDRM 2 CAR garage with shop, 2600sqft. house for sale. 250359-7911 South Slocan close to school! LEASE TO OWN. House immed; property with creek long term, strata concept on 12 acres. 250 3552854. ROSEMONT: CHARMING, COZY 3BDR HOME, great neighbourhood & views, gardens, wood floors, $330.000 bchomesforsale.com or (250)352-9235 NEWLY REMODELED IN 2005, 3BR 1 Bath home in Ymir. Approx 2000 sq.ft. Asking $199K. (250)357-2315 CASTLEGAR - GRANDVIEW Heights Building Lot! Power, Water, Sewage, Gas line installed. $83,000! 250 354 8514 BUILDING NEW HOME/ COTTAGE? Factory Direct Prefabricated Building Systems Inventory Liquidation - Save 50%++ While They Last. www.greenrpanel. com - GREEN-R-PANEL - 100’s of Dreams Delivered to Happy Families. 1-800-871-7089. sacrifice from $9,975.00.

REAL ESTATE WANTED LEASE ON SMALL parcel with water (creek ok) level and sunny to set up yurt offering $2500/year with excellent references 250-304-4558 30km radius of Nelson

RENTALS 1BDR SUITE ON High St. W/D, patio. N/S but pet friendly! 750/mth +utilities. 250-354-4182 (Sarah) 2 BEDROOM MAIN floor of house in Taghum $850/month available May 1st. 551-1564. 1 BEDROOM BASEMENT SUITE Victoria Street N/P N/S $750 including utilities 250-354-3010 BATCHELOR SUITE ON main floor, private riverfront house in Slocan Park. N/S N/P $650/month + utilities Rentals@NelsonRealty. ca 250-505-2067 1 BEDROOM LOWER suite of private riverfront house in Slocan Park. N/S N/P $700/month + utilities Rentals@NelsonRealty.ca 250505-2067 A SPECIAL CABIN in the woods for someone special who loves children. Near Slocan 355.2311 BED/SITTING ROOM, BATHROOM, stove, self-defrost fridge, dbl sink, private entrance, shared washer and dryer, storage/ work space, cozy, bright, on bus route. 352.4607 3 BEDROOM SUITE. 1 km from Nelson. Yard, parking, W/D, pets welcome! $1080/mo. May 1st. 352 7303 2BDRM DUPLEX 6KM west Blewett Rd. NS, NP, references. Stove, fridge. $750/mo. 352-5217 I BDRM, SHARED kitchen. laundry. Quiet NS, NP, no parties. Near Harrop ferry, $450+dd. 229.5605

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3BDRM PRIVATE ACREAGE Arrow Park. appliances, furniture, near beaches. $700+utilities monthly. Available immediately. 250-8828670 EXECUTIVE CLASS 1 BEDROOM suite at Nasookin (3 mile). All new appliances, new flooring. Very clean. Mature, responsible tenants only. NS/NP. $750/month includes utilities. Rentals@NelsonRealty.ca 250-505-2067

UPPER FLOOR 2 bedroom uphill Nelson. View, deck, parking, N/P, May1st. $900/month. 250-3540177

DOWNTOWN NELSON BACHELOR SUITE. 1 block from Baker, large deck, no smoking, pets negotiable. Available June 1st. Rentals@NelsonRealty.ca 250505-2067

BAKER STREET 800SQFT apartment plus 700 sqft sunny deck,please call for details 2505054925 (1st September)

2 BEDROOM MOBILE in Balfour. Large sundeck, several recent improvements. NS/Pets negotiable. $690/month +utilities. Rentals@NelsonRealty.ca 250505-2067 2 BEDROOM DOWNTOWN NELSON. Walk to everywhere. No smoking, pets negotiable. $850/month +utilities. Rentals@NelsonRealty.ca 250505-2067 RIVERSIDE LARGE P&BEAM shared, women & pets. Sweet, clean, peaceful place, $350/mo rent, refs. 250-357-2877 Ymir FULLY FURNISHED BACHELOR suite for sublet. May 2010 - April 2011. $600 inclusive. No pets. 250352-9606. AVAILABLE APRIL 25TH, 2 Bedroom plus storage, super clean, n/s, sorry no dogs, $825, call 250551-4821

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BEAUTIFUL, DOWNTOWN , stand alone building for lease. 2300 sq. ft. , 601 Kootenay St. Please phone for details; 250825-9932 OFFICE SUITE FOR rent, Mountain Waters Building, 205 Victoria. Good light. $375 12 x 14, call Richard 250.509.0553

RENTALS WANTED FAMILY OF THREE, professional, employed, with references, seek 2-3BDRM house with yard, in or near Nelson (within 20 min.) for long term rental (3-5yrs). Julia 325-5541 MATURE ADULTS WITH mature cat require 2 bdrm affordable accommodation in Nelson. Respectful, Ryan B 352.9876 CHRISTIAN FAMILY SEEKS 3+ bedroom long term Nelson rental. excellent refs. 250-354-4198

CLEAN, FUN AND friendly couple looking for a roommate. 2 fully furnished rooms in a large Rosemont home. One room furnished as bedroom and the other as a private rec room with t.v! New washer and dryer and brand new appliances in large kitchen. Large patio and fenced in yard. $600/mth plus utilities. We have two cats so no pets please. ROOMIE NEEDED: WINLAW, Perry’s Back Rd. Pets, smoking ok. $350/mo. inclusive. Independent person please. 357.2305 TWO PARTIALLY FURNISHED rooms in $600 and $350, utilities included. Please call Brian at 250-352-9957 SEMI FURNISHED ROOM in Blewett, May 1st, sun, garden space, W/D, wireless, $400/month + hydro, 354-4682 ROOM FOR RENT in large Rosemont home. Looking for mature, responsible roommate. ns/np. $600/mo 352-7000 1 BEDROOM/PRIVATE BATHROOM in large shared home. Available May 1st for single clean responsible person. 250-352-1693 ROOM FOR RENT in lower Fairview. Looking for mature person into conscious healthy living. 352-3319 COUPLE SEEKING ROOMMATE to share Rosemont 3bdrm suite MayAug. Furnished, view. references required $425/month+utls 505-1184.

SIMPLE AFFORDABLE ACCOMMODATION for 70+ graduate in Nelson. Quiet reliable, honest references available, Richard B 352-9876

3 LONG-TIME FRIENDS employed full-time with good references looking for 3bdr house or apartment with access to a yard and located within 10min walk to downtown. June or July. 250-3521746

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A fresh coat of paint Painting is ideal for many more surfaces than just walls and ceilings and provides a simple way to give a tired room a brand new look without breaking your bank account. I applied paint to dingy linoleum flooring, damaged countertops, uninteresting cabinets and hideous floral tiles in my bathroom—all situations in which I knew I had absolutely nothing to lose. Not only is it fun to do but, by using the correct products, it can last for years. Here are a few tips: Proper preparation is the key to attractive and durable results. Tiles, panelling, countertops and linoleum floors all need a light sanding, followed by a thorough wash down with TSP and a complete rinse. If you are painting over wood, plastic or laminate panelling, fill all holes with wood filler before applying your primer. For surfaces that will be used regularly, select a primer specially designed for hard-to-stick-to surfaces and use alkyd or oil based paint for your finishing coats. Apply at least two coats and, if you like, you can top it off with a

nest building Kate Bridger varnish for added protection. Use only floor paint on flooring. It is available in all colours, takes time to fully cure, but holds up well in the long run. Melamine paint is slightly thicker than regular paints making it tough, resilient and well suited for use on cabinets, countertops and tiling. Again, it takes time to cure, but will stand up well to normal usage. Always work in a wellventilated area when applying these paints and be patient between applications; allow 6 – 12 hours for each coat to dry properly and approximately a week for the finished results to cure. When I originally tackled my uninspiring bathroom it was supposed be a stop-gap measure—that was ten years ago and I still love it.

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BUILDING SALE! Less than wood, canvas or steel trusses. final week specials 30x40 $8600. 25x40 $6900. 40x100 $24,800. others. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers direct 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.

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