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Trash to Treasure JULIA GILLMOR

Upcycled Fashion and Art Show Saturday, May 1. 6 p.m. at Self Design High, 402 Victoria St.

Children of the Seams is a collective of young fashion designers making unique one-of-a-kind creations from recycled materials. The Upcycled Fashion and Art Show came about as a desire to give back to the community and to highlight beautiful objects which can be created without the fabrication of new material. “We as humans must come up with creative ways of making use of overproduced material and mass-produced objects,” says Olivia Mansveld, ISK student, designer and event organizer. A fundraiser for the WIN Store, the show will consist of fashion collections, art, photography and music all assembled and presented by local youth. “We originally got together because we were in the same sewing class in school. We started volunteering at the WIN Store, sorting and redesigning things as part of the Kitchen Table Arts project,” she adds, which is a craft area with sewing machines and some materials. “But WIN wanted to expand their space and get some new machines. So that’s what the proceeds are going to in addition to the artists.” “About four of us came up with the idea for the show and we put up posters as a call out to other youth artists to get involved. A couple of people came and joined us and from there we picked up some photog-

raphers and visual artists,” says Mansveld. The fashions featured in the show are made from unexpected materials, which would otherwise be thrown into the landfill. Using reclaimed textiles and clothing, participants have created wearable art. “We have found weird and wonderful ways of turning trash into fashion,” says Mansveld. Each designer has concentrated on creating a themed body of work to create four to 10 garments. The WIN Store donates materials such as old clothing, sheets and items destined for the bin. “We’re taking what we can find to make items with, and each designer has picked a theme to base a collection around,” adds Mansveld. “My theme is Venice because I really like stripes and I went from there and incorporated stripes into everything and old style lace and other things.” Other themes range from fairy tales to anime superheroes. Mansveld believes that this youth-organized recycled fashion show is a step towards a movement in the fashion industry that is becoming environmentally conscious. “The Kitchen Table Arts project saves a lot of clothing from the landfill and reusing stuff is really current right now and really important. We want to show people that you can have really, really cool creations from what you might call trash.” Tickets are available at the door for $5 to $10. For more information visit www.childrenoftheseams.com.

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Saturday and Sunday, May 1-2 at Endless Adventure, 1286 Hwy. 6

The Famous Endless Adventure Gear Swap is back. This outdoor water adventure “Swap Meet” is an opportunity for you to sell your old equipment and pick up new stuff for the 2010 season. The event will also be an awareness campaign and fundraiser for the Borderline Boaters Paddle Club, a not for profit water-user group that has a “leave no trace” policy and promotes responsible waterway management. For more information or if you have any questions please call 1-877386-8181 or email us info@endlessadventure.ca.

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

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get the chance to meet one of the nominated authors, Linda DeMeulemeester, writer of the tremendously popular Grim Hill series. The first in the set, “The Secret of Grim Hill”, is shortlisted for the Red Cedar this year; it has already won The Silver Birch. Linda DeMeulemeester’s tour is sponsored by the Canada Council for the Arts, the Kootenay Library Federation, and the Nelson Municipal Library. To register please contact Nancy Radonich@ 352-8283 or nradonich@nelson.ca.

blood vessels, lungs, heart, kidneys and the brain. The symptoms of lupus vary drastically from person to person and mimic other diseases, making diagnosis difficult. The aim of this fundraising event is to help educate people about lupus, while at the same time raising funds to help carry on the work that will one day bring a cure for this disease and save lives. For more information, contact Nadine Thompson at 250-352-0906 or visit www.walkablock.ca.

Saturday, May 1, 12-6 p.m. at the Lakeside Park Rotary Shelter

Sunday, May 2 through Sunday, May 16

Nelson and area residents will walk on Saturday, May 1 to help bring attention to lupus, a common but little known disease. Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks the body’s own healthy cells causing tissue damage, organ failure and, in some cases, death. Lupus can strike any tissue or organ in the body, including skin, muscles, joints, blood and

The organization is presently looking for families who are willing to host Katimavik participants aged 17 to 21 from across Canada. This is a great chance to get to know a young person who is presently volunteering in your community while introducing them to your way of living. Please Call Vanessa at 250-352-3820 or email her at nelson@katimavikbcyk.org.

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Thursday, April 29, 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Hume Elementary School, 310 Nelson Ave.

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The Castlegar Garden Club’s Annual Plant Sale will be held on Saturday, May 1. The Castlegar Station Museum 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.

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Each spring, young students in B.C. get very excited about books published in Canada. Several provinces grant special awards decided upon by the kids themselves. This year, local students

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NPD report: seeking out spraypaint victims Nelson Police investigated a rash of spray paint mischiefs to vehicles and residences in the hospital, Uphill and Fairview areas of Nelson. The incidents ocurred overnight on April 22 and 23. Although the investigation is still underway, at least 10 vehicles and five structures were tagged with profane language and images. Two young offenders responsible for the damage have been identified and arrested. Charges of Mischief will follow once all the damage is

accounted for. Nelson Police are asking members of the public who have also been victims of the crime spree to contact Nelson Police at 250-3543913. ••• Nelson Police were called to the Hume Hotel at 1 a.m. on April 24 regarding a young couple refusing to leave the licenced premise. While being escorted off the premesis by police, the 22 year old female assaulted one of the responding officers and as a result both she and her 24 year

old common law husband spent the remainder of the night in the Nelson Police drunk tank. Charges are being comtemplated. ••• During the evening of the 23 and early on the 24, Nelson Police were kept busy with large groups of intoxicated persons roaming the streets during and after bar closing, resulting in several 24-hour driving suspensions and arrests for public drunkenness. - submitted

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Deer repellant: To keep deer out of your garden, use this homemade deer spray; blend two eggs with one cup of milk. Pour the mix into three to five gallons of water. Stir in one tablespoon of fish fertilizer. Spray plants, then re spray every two weeks. Good luck and happy gardening.

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Erica Konrad stands with Shawn Tasker, who took home top honours for the short story, the Date.

Short story takes home prize at Transition art contest Top entrants had their work shown in conjunction with the Creative Writing competition at a wine and cheese gala at the Oxygen Gallery on Sunday, April 18. The top three winners were judged by the audience and

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Homeowners have a second chance to nab green retrofit incentives Homeowners planning to upgrade their homes this year can once again take advantage of rebates and incentives through the LiveSmart BC: Efficiency Incentive Program. FortisBC has partnered with the BC government, BC Hydro and Terasen Gas to provide assistance to people who complete energy efficiency upgrades under the direction of a certified energy advisor. “Improving the energy efficiency of existing homes is essential for meeting demand for electricity through conservation,” stated Michael Mulcahy, FortisBC’s Vice President of Customer and Corporate Services. “Through FortisBC’s collaboration

with the provincial government and utility partners, customers in our service area can easily access incentives that are consistent with what’s available throughout the province.” The popular program was put on hold last August after hitting its three-year target in just 15 months. The additional funding will extend the program through March 2011. To participate in the program, homeowners can book an audit by a certified energy advisor who will assess their home for potential energy savings. The program provides incentives for specific energy efficient upgrades including windows and door, insulation, heat pumps,

high efficiency furnaces and more. When a homeowner completes some or all of the energy efficient upgrades, a post-retrofit audit qualifies the homeowner for refunds. The LiveSmart BC program is one of the initiatives that FortisBC PowerSense offers to encourage energy conservation. For further information about the LiveSmart BC program, locating a certified energy advisor and other programs you can access to help manage your energy usage, call the FortisBC toll free number at 1-866-4FORTIS (1-866-436-7847) or visit www.fortisbc.com/powersense/ powersense_main.html. - submitted

Before we fenced our property the scene out the front window was quite pastoral and lovely. With hesitation we constructed a barrier between us and the deer herd, which grazed in the lower field. Our plans for building new gardens would eventually require doing something about their presence. Over the years I have seen evidence of the white tailed animals’ dining habits in urban and rural settings. The effects of their daily browse are most obvious at the beginning of the growing season when tender new shoots are abundant, and again in the fall when they are staving off hunger. This should not suggest that a deer’s passion for sampling or consuming unprotected plants is any less during the summer months. “Will deer eat this plant?” is a question that I hear repeatedly at this time of year. My answer is: “If they’re hungry, they’ll eat anything.” Wire cages, motion-sensor sprayers, and deterrent sprays are other strategies that I, or my neighbours have used to deter those munching beauties. While providing a defense, they are not “for sure” protection all of the time. Cages do well, but fall over and plants

growing gardens Helen Sebilius outgrow them; motionsensor sprayers scare the animals away, but their limited range protects a limited area; and, depending on the type of smelly spray used, it will need to be reapplied after several weeks or months. While making our “fence-or-no-fence” decision, we put the smelly spray strategy to the test early one spring. Armed with Plantskyd, a product available at most garden centres, and a homemade concoction of milk, egg and fish fertilizer, we sprayed shrubs and bushes that had suffered deer browse for a long time. The effectiveness of both was obvious as we watched the roses; rhododendrons and lilacs regain their former good looks over the summer. It is clear that deer are as enthusiastic about gardening as gardeners are themselves. But when all growing things seem to be up for grabs, I prefer their pastoral beauty outside the fence.

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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.

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Students from the Business Administration program at Selkirk College experienced real-life business pressures and friendly rivalry at the fifth annual Business Competition in Castlegar earlier this month. Shown is the winning team for the second year students, Blue Knight Consulting, which included Kaitlan Davis, Kailee Fergie, Michelle Duchesneau and Yamei Yang (left to right).

Selkirk students profit from business competition First and second year students from the Business Administration program at Selkirk College experienced real-life business pressures and friendly rivalry at the fifth annual Business Competition in Castlegar earlier this month. Students were given three weeks of class time to prepare for the event and worked in teams of four to six individuals to prepare presentations. Business instructor Tiffany Snauwaert was impressed with the calibre of presentations and the community support. “This is one of the best competitions we have had. We continue to get more community involvement each year and this really encourages the students. It helps them feel like this is an important, meaningful event, which means they work pretty hard on

their presentations.” Judging for the marketing campaign competition was based on evidence of creating national and international awareness of outdoor activities in the Kootenays, as well as a plan to create a media “buzz” about the planned marketing campaign. Judging for the business case scenario competition was based on crafting an effective, innovative, and flexible business strategy for a client. Winners of the competition enjoyed almost $5,000 in cash, tuition and prizes supplied by the sponsors of the event. First place winners were teams Vertical Earth (first year students Alex Donaldson, Cody Kabatoff, Josh Verigin and Trenton Zoobkoff ) and Blue Knight Consulting (second year students Kaitlan Davis, Michelle

Duchesneau, Kailee Fergie and Yamei Yang). Second place teams were West Kootenay Promotions (first year students Katlynn Bachelder, Kris Kolesnikoff, Jenny Latremouille and Gary Lee) and Blue Storm Consultants (second year students Dustin Handley, Jessica McQuarrie and Eric Niehe). Third place winners were Kootenay Air (first year students Franki Lee Bannert, Daina Beattie, Scott Jago, Marlee Kanigan and Steven Lewis) and TimCard Consulting (second year students Kento Hoshino, Steve Maloff, Jeff Verigin and Jason Webster). First place student for Judge’s Choice was Jeff Ashton and runner-up was Kailee Fergie. - submitted

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Standing outside the Nelson and District Women’s Centre are (left to right) Beth Seed, Coordinator, Sandra Hartline, WKWA coordinating collective member, Fiona Brown, plaque artist, Kathleen Luchtan, Coordinator.

50 years of a Voice for Women

When the B.C. chapter of the Canadian Voice of Women for Peace disbanded in 2008, members decided, (with a reference from Betty Daniel), to support the work of the West Kootenay Women’s Association with a generous donation of $20,000. With the support of CBT for their 36th anniversary celebration in 2008, funds were set aside to create a special commemorative plaque-honouring the work of the Voice of Women BC and women in the West Kootenay who have made a significant difference in women’s lives. Nelson clay artist Fiona Brown was commissioned to make the plaque, with clay tiles bearing the name of the women or women’s groups honoured, with

room for a new tile each year. “I loved working with WKWA in commemorating the women who have helped in our community,” Fiona says. “The idea is beautiful. I loved working with the medium of clay, which to me represents the depth of the work that women do in the world, their stewardship and guardianship of earth.” The important work of the Voice of Women (VOW) BC, The Raging Grannies, the Company of Older Women and Jean Mackenzie, according to Kathleen Luchtan, WKWA Coordinator, needs to be remembered and used as inspiration for women everywhere “This year, 2010, marks the 50th anniversary of

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Reorganize and rejuvinate your life We’ve become a society where people feel a mysterious need to own everything. By doing this, we are drowning in our stuff. Just look at our landfills, the number of clutter/hoarding shows and books out there, and the ever-growing industry of storage facilities. This epidemic has come with a heavy price tag on our environment, and on our mental and physical health. We buy more and cheap, instead of less and quality. Everything is becoming disposable; we replace items that still work because we want the latest version. The old ones usually end up in landfills or continue to clutter up our homes, versus being recycled. Our

restoring order Jenn Heale need for over-consuming has left many households financially strained and busting at the seams. True happiness comes from our relationships, yet our society continues to try and find happiness through our “stuff ”. Yes, I admit buying “stuff ” raises our spirits, but it’s not true happiness. “Stuff ” has almost become a drug --because when we get it, it instantly makes us feel good. However, “stuff ” can only create the high

for so long, and then we need to begin the ritual of acquiring more once again. As Peter Walsh once said, “Having more possessions may be more suffocating than liberating. A larger house, better car, and more ‘stuff ’ come with no guarantee of greater happiness.” We are now seeing the effects from our obsession with possessions. Our homes are not too small -- we have too much stuff! We are unable to concentrate and focus because we are over-stimulated by too much stuff; we are financially burdened because we buy too much stuff. You can see the pattern. It’s time for change; it’s time to find greater happiness.

Jen Heale is the owner of Neat-Organizing and Decluttering Service and a member of POC (Professional Organizers of Canada). You may contact Jen directly with organizing questions to organized@neatnelson.com or 551-NEAT(6328).

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the Canadian VOW. In BC many women worked tirelessly for a nuclear weapons free world and against the patriarchy that leads to war. In Nelson and the West Kootenay young mothers called “uppity” by critics and the press, began to organize themselves, marched in public, lobbied and wrote letters to politicians. We still remember and honour the local and provincial women who stood up for a nuclear weapons free world.” The plaque will hang in the Nelson & District Women`s Centre at 420 Mill Street. For further information, please phone the Centre at 350-3529916. - submitted

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Grade 9 LVR student wins big at national WHERE Earth Science Challenge STEPHANIE TAYLOR Ever wonder where your pop can comes from of what it’s made of? This is the question that 14 year old Nelson resident Blake Nicol set out to answer in his submission to the 2010 WHERE Science Challenge. In his video, titled The Aluminum Journey, follows the travels of a discarded aluminum pop can as it tries to find its place in the world which, the viewer discovers, is the recycling bin. Along the way, Nicol uses his animated pop can to explain where the nonrenewable resources that form aluminum originate from. “It was a fun way of learning,” said Nicol about the Challenge. “It helped my movie making skills and

it was a great way to learn a lot more about aluminum – something I wouldn’t have thought about otherwise. “I wanted to make the video have more of a storyline than the one I submitted last year,” Nicol said. It is a formula that worked. The judges who evaluated the projects commented, ““We loved that this really told a story of the journey of aluminum. It ended with a good joke and we liked the visual of the can on the rocks.” As first place winner of the Best Creative category, Nicol took home $950 in total cash prizes. “I don’t know what I’m going to spend it on yet,” he says. “My friends keep asking me for some, but I’ll probably just end up putting it in the bank.” Nicol’s favourite subjects in school are science

and math, so its no wonder he has won the competition two years in a row. .”Chemistry is my favourite part of science right now,” he says. “And I’m going to go to school for optometry when I graduate.” Nicol also took home the national grand prize at last year’s Challenge, for a video explaining where the materials in a n iPod come from. The WHERE Challenge is endorsed by the Canadian Earth sciences community and asks Canadian students aged 10-14 years to discover the answers to these questions: What on Earth is in your stuff and WHERE on Earth does it come from? Nicol’s and the other winning videos can be viewed at www.earthsciencescanada.com/where/results. html.

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14 year old LVR student Blake Nicol took home top prize in the WHERE Challenge creative category.

Hockey will miss you, Coach Wheeldon Wildfire risk spurs control cooperation After five years as coach and general manager of the Nelson Leafs, Simon Wheeldon has resigned. With Wheeldon coaching the Leafs, they won four Murdoch Division championships, and one Kootenay International Junior Hockey League title. They lost a heart-breaker in the final game of the 2009 Cyclone Taylor Cup for the B.C. Junior B championship. Wheeldon was honoured as the KIJHL coach of the year three times. With the backing of a hard-working, dedicated executive, He has made the Leafs the model franchise of the league. The Leafs organization is the choice of many junior players and their parents. In recent years, we have seen young men from New Jersey, Alaska, Arizona, California,

been thinkin’ about George Millar and most Canadian provinces wearing the Leafs’ jersey. You only had to spend time with Wheeldon to know that his players’ development was important to him. He was always ready to release a player to a Junior A organization. But he wanted his charges to develop as men, not just hockey players. There are “good” penalties and “bad” penalties in hockey, especially when it involves fighting. Wheeldon wasn’t opposed to his play-

ers dropping the gloves, but it had better be for a good reason. That made some players during his first year as coach complain that “this isn’t European hockey,” a reference to his playing days in Austria. But the boys came around. In one game, a visiting player was harassing Dan Frazer. Finally Frazer’s patience snapped, and he dropped the gloves. It was the other team’s ploy to get Frazer out of the game. Wheeldon knew that, and hollered, “Frazer, get over here.” Frazer skated away, loosing face and collecting two minutes for unsportsmanlike conduct, but he stayed in the game. Wheeldon, we are going to miss you as skipper of the Leafs. But we’ll still have you as a friend.

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Local and provincial government, industry, environmental groups and fire department members of the West Arm Interface Steering Team (WIST) met this week to view and discuss progress on fuel reduction projects designed to create fuel breaks to reduce the risk of potential wildfire and provide access for forest fire suppression in the forests above Nelson. Both BC Parks’ ongoing West Arm Provincial Park Fuel Reduction Project and the City of Nelson’s Selous Creek fuel reduction work to protect the municipal water system above the Nelson cemetery have included brush and tree removal and thinning. Fuel reduction sites in West Arm Provincial Park were treated based on a

number of fuel reduction and environmental factors. Some areas will be replanted with deciduous trees that are more fire resistant and planned prescribed burning will further reduce fire risk in and outside of the park. The overall goal of the West Arm project is to create a clear break in forest fuels over the 60-hectare treatment area, which could then serve as an access point for potential fire suppression efforts to protect nearby communities or watersheds in the event of major wildfire. “There’s a good opportunity in West Arm Park to restock with ‘Fire Smart’ trees such as deciduous. Fuel treatments need to consider climate change and long term objectives,” says Rachel Holt, repre-

sentative from the West Kootenay EcoSociety and WIST participant. Selkirk College School of Renewable Resources graduate student Matt Foley has also been working with Kootenay Lake Forest District’s Julie Castonguay and WIST to develop digital mapping to capture all recorded fuel treatment work completed to date– the first map of its kind for the Nelson interface area. BC Parks and the City of Nelson have treated a combined total of 67 hectares to date - a small dent in the total area of the park and forest near communities, but one that could make a big difference in fighting interface wildfire. - submitted

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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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Following on from last week, this column shall investigate and describe several points made in pages 18-23 of Richard P. Feynman’s book, The Meaning of it All– Thoughts of a Citizen-Scientist, published by Perseus Books, 1998. A principle of science is that if there is an exception to any rule, and if this can be proved by observation, then the rule is wrong. As a consequence, the more specific a rule is, the more interesting it is. It is a carefully and precisely worded rule, which is very specific in its description of an observable phenomenon which can most easily and directly be checked and validated or rejected by experiment. If such a specific rule can be tested with

a very careful experiment in which the uncertainty in the data is very small, and if the data continues to validate the rule, it is a very exciting thing, for the rule can be used to predict future experiments to within a small level of uncertainty. An example of a very specific rule is Newton’s Law of Universal Gravitation, which states that every massive particle in the universe attracts every other massive particle with a force which is directly proportional to the product of their masses and inversely proportional to the square of the distance between them, refer to link http:// en.w ikip e dia .org/w iki/ Newton’s_law_of_universal_gravitation. Note how this rule is very specifically

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ability to make massive planets move, and which also imbued objects on the surface of the earth to be of one weight or another. A rule such as this, where one has to develop a long story to adequately describe the phenomenon being observed, and which requires special cases, and additional addendum descriptions to account for all aspects of the phenomenon is not particularly useful, and, in particular, does not yield predictions to within a small level of uncertainty. Whereas, Newton’s Law of Universal Gravitation can be used to very accurately predict the motion of the planets about the sun, or the weight of a test mass at some point on the earth’s surface.

related to the masses of the objects and the square of the distances between their centres. It can be tested in as fine a detail as one can achieve. An example, of a rule that is not very specific, and not particularly useful, would be one where the force of gravity was described as a characteristic of matter called “oomph” that among other things defined the motion of the planets around the sun through the “oomph’s” 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

opinions&letters Street Talk:

What is your opinion of the H.S.T. proposal?

Naomi Lewis, Kootenays

theQuestion: Should part or all of Baker St. be closed to motor vehicles? People who say leave it as it is say no-vehicle streets are less convenient for shopping, can take on a shopping mall feel, and be deserted and scary at night.

Answer online at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/VRQHKYW or go to the Kootenay Weekly Express Facebook page. Results published next week! The survey closes at midnight Sunday, May 2. TheQuestion is a new addition to the Express. A new survey will be posted every week and we encourage reader participation. Do you have a question you’d like answered? Email it to express@expressnews.bc.ca.

It sucks. We operate a contracting business and it means we will have to charge our customers more.

Kathy Stasyn, Nelson

Last week we asked, Are you in favour of the H.S.T. proposal?

NEED MORE INFO: 10.5%

Graham Matthew, Nelson

YES: 10.5%

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Do we need protection from ourselves?

I think it’s ridiculous because small businesses will lose business when people try to save.

Sarah Bergeron, Nelson

Dear Editor, Is it just me or are there others who think your headline of April 21 (Gyro Park gets a fence-lift) would have better read: Gyro Park move inde-fence-ible? What is it with elected bodies and insurance companies, anyway? Or shall we blame the morons who injure themselves in public places and then hire a shyster to suck the public purse?

Last week the Express Newspaper survey, TheQuestion, asked readers if they were in favour of the HST. While the survey results do not claim to accurately represent this community’s view, they do illustrate there is a massive difference between those who support the introduction of the HST and those who do not support it or want more information. The large negative response would imply, at the very least, the government has done a poor job of conveying what they say are the clear benefits of introducing such a tax to the people of our community; or they have done a good job and the people still say no to the HST. In the end, the con-

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Are we to be protected from ourselves to the extent that out children must view all sublime vistas from behind a set of heavy steel bars? To the artist I say, nice work, perhaps but you shouldn’t have got it. Chris Wheeler Slocan Park

sumer will be hit with more taxes. The HST would be a pass-through tax. Business would be able to deduct HST paid from HST collected. It simply passes through businesses and on to suppliers and finally to the end consumer. We demand the government put off enacting the HST until greater public support has been developed. If the government wants our support for the HST, then it needs to show us how it will be used specifically to improve healthcare and education. And more than that, they need prove to us that the added HST income will not simply go to pay off any big debts incurred in the last year.

Fish Heads and Flowers Fish Heads to all those who take unsalable, broken, dirty clothing and other items to thrift stores. You’re putting unnecessary strain on a resource that exists to help less fortunate individuals. Get a conscience and take garbage to the dump where it belongs. - Disgusted Shopper Flowers to the person who took my wrought iron butterfly pathway grate - if they would be decent enough to return it! It is sorely missed by all who used it to enter on to our private property. - Missing my lawn ornament

NO: 78.9% I don’t like the way it was introduced, after the campaigning parties said they wouldn’t do it. I would have been more supportive if they’d been honest.

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Put off the H.S.T.

People who say Baker St. should be closed say there will be less pollution, a more people-friendly atmosphere and it would add a park-like setting to the downtown.

I don’t really know what it is. I feel like the government focused on scare tactics and not providing relevant info.

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Fish Heads to the person who broke into my car outside my home. I’m glad all you got was Kleenex and quarters, and I hope that somewhere down the line you feel as violated by

someone’s intrusion and disrespect as I do right now. When I become disillusioned about the nature of this sweet little town, I’ll be blaming you.Feeling violated Flowers to my lovely friend for making me feel lovely with a surprise purchase from a local shop. Your thoughtfulness will be remembered regularly. - Pretty smile Fishheads to those that can’t seem to hear their own dog barking when they leave it out all night. - Sleepless Flowers to everyone who puts there garbage where it belongs & picks up an extra bit each day .You know who you are! Thanks for caring for this beautiful planet! - Happy and litter free

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EAST Friday, April 30 and Saturday, May 1 at the Capitol, 421 Victoria St.

Nearly everyone in the West Kootenay has heard of the infamous Lucas Myers. As he brings his play EAST back to Nelson, it was the perfect time to ask how this local legend got started. It appears it all began back in Mr. Wilson’s grade eight Drama class at Trafalgar Middle School. That’s where the young Lucas Myers got his first real taste of what dazzling an expectant crowd feels like. “We had to come up with some kind of alternative superhero and I came up with Amoeba Man and

people thought it was hilarious,” recalls Myers. He soon found he had a knack for acting. “I just kept doing it and got good grades. But at no point did I ever go, ‘When I grow up I want to be an actor.’ That never entered my mind at all.” By the time university rolled around Myers faced the difficult question, Do I actually want to do this with my life? “Obviously I had some skills at it, some talent at it. And so, I decided I did.” Myers headed for the bright lights and big city of Montreal and enrolled in the National Theatre School. Since graduating he’s been working in theatre, writing and performing, and has established his own theatre production company, Pilotcopilot.

Myers first performed EAST in Nelson in 2003, in what was then the “old Queens.” “I was coming from Vancouver and had no idea how many nights to do so I did a whole week; word spread quickly and by the weekend the bar was packed.” It was during this run of the play that Myers met his partner Krista. In part, it was due to the success of that first run that helped Myers decide to move to Nelson when his first baby was born. EAST is composed of three short plays that explore the human need to love and be loved. The play mines Myers’ personal experience riding the Greyhound across the country, a disastrous rental apartment, unrequited love

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and a puppet show. The play has toured successfully throughout the West Kootenay, Whitehorse and even a one night only performance at a tree planting camp. “In the tree planting camp I gauged it as a success because nobody fell asleep. They were all exhausted and bleary eyed,” Myers jokes. Anyone who has seen a performance by Myers is acquainted with his humour and the musical component of his shows. “Part of my mandate in creating theatre is that there’s music involved. I love the musical theatre convention that you have to sing about it if you feel so much. EAST has some of that. I break into the song from Grease, “I’ve Got Chills,”

in the middle of Landlord’s Daughter when I meet her.” A constant companion on stage is Myers’ tiny ukulele with which he belts out merry jingles made relevant to every performance. “There’s topical stuff. In the Greyhound play there’s a protest song, which I’ve always tried to revolve around current events. And there are other little bits and pieces that I tweak.” Myers uses his characters to bait and switch his audience. “In terms of what I like to investigate artistically, I like to belie people’s expectations. In this play you meet somebody and you immediately have an expectation of what they are going to do and the character goes in a different direction. And it makes

you think, ‘Oh I shouldn’t assume or I shouldn’t be quick to judge.’ I like playing around with that.” Ultimately Myers is looking to entertain his audience, immerse them so completely that they forget where they are. “In tragedy it’s so tragic you weep and you cry and it’s pathos and all that. I prefer to access that through people laughing; to actually have a good time and be entertained and you leave feeling lifted a little bit.” Given Myers tremendous popularity in Nelson, EAST is bound to be a sell out. EAST is playing at the Capitol for two nights and shows are Friday, April 30 and Saturday, May 1.

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Brieﬂy Indie Film Night Friday, April 30, 7:30 p.m. at Oxygen Art Centre, 320 Vernon St., alley entrance

Oxygen Art Centre presents an evening of experimental film with Miriam Needoba and Jason Asbell, two independent Nelson filmmakers. Using primarily found footage, they will be showing four short films followed by a question and discussion period about content and process. Needoba will be showing some of her short experimental films and talk about an expanded cinema project that involves collaboration with electronic musicians and noise artists. Asbell will bring three films to the evening, all based on found footage from the 50s through 80s. The first is one is one of his own, called A Film for Schools, which is based on old education film prints, mostly classroom documentaries. Although his film is actually digital, it uses original 16 mm archival sources and will be shown with a 16 mm projector. The second film is one by Austrian filmmaker Martin Arnold, and is an eight-second clip from an old Hollywood film using

optical printer technology, which allows for a process of re-photographing frame by frame. Asbell says, “It takes a traditional narrative space and deconstructs it so that the film takes an eight-second loop and plays with it by shrinking and expanding time. The film deals with the fantasy of the spectator relationship.” The third film is a more psychological exploration in which filmmaker J. Rosenblat uses old archival films in a memory-based collective unconscious process. For more info on upcoming events, educational programming, and exhibitions, check out the website at oxygenartcentre.org. This event is part of Oxygen’s regular Ideas Café programme.

Sonny Rhodes: Texas Blues Legend Saturday, May 1, at the Royal Grill & Lounge, 330 Baker St

Legendary Blues Promotions & Kootenay Cooperative Radio proudly present Texas bluesman Sonny Rhodes and his band, live in concert. Sonny Rhodes grew up in Texas where he learned his chops playing alongside blues legends like Johnny Copeland and Albert

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Collins. Rhodes toured as bassist with Collins’ and Freddie King’s bands before launching his own solo career. Opening set by acoustic blues duo Jon Burden and Bill Lynch at 7:30 p.m. A Louisianna style dinner will be available, starting at 6 p.m. Tickets are available at Urban Legends, Eddy Music, Kootenay Coop Radio and The Royal.

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Thursday, May 6, 7 p.m. at the Waldorf School, 3648 Hwy. 6

The eighth grade class of the Nelson Waldorf School brings to life the wondrous world of Narnia, featuring Lucy, Edmund, Susan, and Peter as they befriend fantastical creatures, navigate the forces of good and evil, and help Aslan restore Narnia to its glory. This is a visually and acoustically elaborate adaptation of one of the great classic stories, filled with beauty, hope and possibility. Featuring musical contributions by Tobi Jenny, Dharmas and Caryn Luniw. This all-ages play is in two acts, with a running time of approximately 90 minutes. Admission is by donation.

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Mad Professor Friday, April 30 at SpiritBaSr, 422 Vernon St.

On the content of his character, and by the results of his recordings, he is one of the sanest record producers. The name Mad Professor was first given by friends at school, who were amazed by the experiments he carried out as a youth. Mad Professor’s Ariwa label gained international notoriety in many

territories throughout the world. Mainly known for its Dub, roots and Techno / drum and bass catalogue. Fresh demand for the dub show has taken the Ariwa Sound to many far flung places. Opening set by Breakfluid. Tickets are $15 at the door. - submitted

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

ALL SEASONS CAFÉ

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

MEDITERRANEAN 57

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

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

422 Vernon Street............................250-3525331

5686 Highway 6, Winlaw....................250-226-7663

NEW CHINA RESTAURANT

327 Baker St...................................250-352-7165

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

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

BALFOUR BEACH INN & PUB

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306 Victoria Street.........................250-352-2060

FINLEY’S IRISH BAR & GRILL 705 Vernon Street............................250-352-5121 577 Ward Street..............................250-505-5515

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

BOGUSTOWN PUB BUSABA

524 Victoria Street..........................250-352-2185

CANADIAN 2 FOR 1 PIZZA

636 Front Street...............................250-352-1999

CEDAR CREEK CAFE

FRISCOS (PRESTIGE LAKESIDE RESORT)

503 Baker Street............................250-352-5961

KC RESTAURANT

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

702 Vernon Street............................250-352-9688

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

OLD WORLD BAKERY & DELI 450 Ferrylanding Road, Balfour..........250-229-4642

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JIGSAWS COFFEE CO.

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

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

OSO NEGRO

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

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1418 Highway 6, Crescent Valley......250-359-7261

652 Baker Street..............................250-352-2912

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

101-402 Baker Street......................250-354-4458

377 Baker Street............................250-352-2274

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

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

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

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

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)

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

LIBRARY LOUNGE (HUME)

PRESERVED SEED

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

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THOR’S PIZZA

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TWISTED TOMATO

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

UPTOWN TAVERN 616 Vernon Street.............................250-352-2715

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

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

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

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Seventh Annual Winlaw Water Festival Saturday, May 1, 12 p.m.-12 a.m. at the Cedar Creek Cafe, Winlaw

Winlaw’s Seventh Annual Water Festival promises to be a heartfelt, communitycentered celebration of the precious liquid that sustains us all. Join local entertainers including Heavy Shtetl, The Savages, and Nelson Slam poets Samuel Stevenson and Blair Lehman for a fun-filled, grateful celebration of our creeks, streams, and rivers. The Nelson Samba Band leads the annual parade down to the Slocan River. Beginning at noon, kids (and kids at heart) can make masks, paint faces, and design costumes before marching, stilt-walking, dancing, and bicycling down to the water for a ceremonial offering led by the joyful performer Bo Conlan. The parade launches at 1 p.m. A silent auction of local crafts, goods �� and services supports the ongoing proj�� ects of the Winlaw Watershed Committee, host of the event. ��

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ents with depth and humour. There is no charge for the presentation; a soup luncheon will be served for a free will offering.

Ghostdancing Trancedance Saturday, May 1, 7-9 p.m. at the North Shore Hall, 675 Whitmore Rd.

Spring is here and so is the next Community Trancedance. The Ghostdancing TranceDance is a dynamic trance experience which begins with a traditional native dance of prayer inviting connection and celebration with our ancestors and all of creation. We will dance for peace, passion and presence. Rhythmic music, intention, breath and blindfolds support the trance experience. No experience or registration is necessary. Proceeds support the International Council of Indigenous Grandmothers.

David Newberry CD Release Party Saturday, May 1 at the Bluebelle, 302 4th St., Kaslo

Following their successful Winter Greyhound Bus tour of British Columbia A Life Well Spent in January 2010, David Newberry and �� Saturday, May 1, 9 a.m. with lunch following James Lamb are hitting the road again. �� Ascension Lutheran Church, 1805 Silver King Rd. This time the duo is touring in support Are you searching, questioning, look- of David’s newest record, When We Learn ing for deeper meaning in your life? There The Things We Need To Learn. Newberry and Lamb are travelling from are no easy answers, but there are opportunities for questions and dialogue. On Vancouver Island to Saskatchewan and Saturday May 1, hear Rev. Dr. Sharon back, with lots of stops in between. While David has drawn comparisons to Betcher, of the Vancouver School of a number of folk singers and storytellers of Theology present at Ascension Lutheran Church on A Life Well Spent. Dr. Betcher the 1960s, his sound does not simply linis a widely published author and well ger in the past, but is informed by current known speaker and theologian who pres- events and a desire to push the boundaries �� of his musical future.

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DIVORCE SETTLEMENT AUCTION

handmade wool and silk carpets has relinquished all assets for liquidation by auctions. Over 3 million dollars of inventory must be sold over a series of auctions.

Masterpieces of wealth caliber WOOL AND SILK PERSIAN: EASTERN CARPETS Plus many more from other corporate contracts

Satin agra, Kashan, multani,Tabriz, fine Chobi, silk qum,Jaipur, mori kirman, William mories fine tribal rugs,fine gabeh, etc.

PRESTIGE LAKESIDE RESORT 701 LAKESIDE DRIVE, NELSON Auction 2.pm. view 1.pm SATURDAY, MAY 1 Terms: Cash, Visa, MC and Amex. 15% buyers’ premium plus GST & PST applicable. Some items in advertisement are subject to prior sales/error/omissions. Licensed auctioneers. For more info please call 1.866.507.7676

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Datsik w/ Excision Saturday, May 1 at SpiritBar, 422 Vernon St.

Only in the Dubstep scene a short time, 21 year old Datsik (Troy B.) has wasted no time by making his presence be known internationally, introducing his own unique style of industrial sounding futuristic beats and heavy dance floor stomping rhythms. His latest successes on the Beatports “Top Download” charts are a testament that his music is being recognized by listeners all over the world, with multiple releases hitting number one on Beatport and Chemical-Records for extended periods of time. It is very well possible that he has been the first dubstep artist to ever hold five out of the top 10 best selling tunes at once on Beatport. He

has demonstrated his skills time and time again to packed audiences, on each occasion leaving them in a state of disbelief. Excision is a young Canadian whose passion for music has already driven him to become one of the biggest Dubstep acts of North America. Anyone who has heard a set by this bad boy has walked away feeling energized and refreshed. If your lucky enough to catch a dj set, expect an assault of bass heavy tracks, mixed quickly and seamlessly. Opening act is Nelson’s Philth Kids. Advance tickets are available at the Hume Hotel. - submitted

Stuart Ross - visiting author Tuesday, May 4, 11:30 a.m. at L.V. Rogers Secnior Secondary School, 1004 Cottonwood St.

McLaughlin’s elaborate collages can be viewed for the month of May at the Dominion Cafe.

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Patience with Small Details - Collages by Deirdre McLaughlin Sunday, May 2, 12-2 p.m. at the Dominion Cafe, 334 Baker St.

Would you like to know what makes the clouds move? Have you ever wondered what it looks like in a fairy tree? These questions and more are explored in “Patience with Small Details”, a collec-

tion of collages by Deirdre McLaughlin, showing at the Dominion Cafe for the month of May. - submitted

Brieﬂy The Portal: Beyond the Wall Youth Play Wednesday, May 5, 7-8 p.m. at South Nelson Elementary School, 814 Latimer St.

Created by an awesome cast of 6-12 yearolds, The Portal: Beyond the Wall tells the tale of two friends who discover a magical portal to a fantasy land populated with wellknown figures from story books and popular culture - plus other fun characters never met before.... For more information about the show and Nelson Youth Theatre, visit forstmedia.ca.

him will be the phenomenal Prashant Mishra on tabla drums. The Mishras will be performing at the Silverton Gallery On May 9 they are at the Nelson United Church, 602 Silica Street in Nelson. Advance tickets are avail-

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Friday, May 7, 7 p.m. at the Silverton Gallery, 408 4th St.,Silverton

Popular writer Stuart Ross is coming back to the Kootenays to inspire readers and writers. A poet, author and writing instructor, Stuart Ross will visit Nelson on Tuesday, May 4. For Ross’s fifth visit to the Kootenays, he will read from his own work, answer questions and open listeners up to the possibilities of publishing their own literacy magazines and chapbooks. Ross, an active member of the Toronto literacy scene since the mid-1070’s, has been visiting classrooms since the 1980’s. He has given hundreds of readings in Canada, the U.S., England and Nicaragua.

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Nelson boy in blue featured on Blue Line magazine

Aries Mar 21 - Apr 19

You may be having a hard time balancing work and play. You may feel like you are not able to relax or take the time to do the things that you want to do because you are working too much.

Taurus Apr 20 - May 20

You may have been having difficulties with your duties lately. You may find yourself questioning the things that you usually enjoy doing as they may seem more of a burden than pleasure.

Gemini May 21 - June 20

Challenges may occur this week between balancing your needs with your wants. Remember that what you want is not always what you need. Try to remain focused on the basics of what makes you happy before expanding into new ventures too quickly.

Cancer June 21 - Jul 22

Time to play by the rules. Things will go a lot smoother this week if you can allow yourself to follow directions from others. You may not like this but the hassle to do things your way might not be worth the effort right now.

The LVR Bombers rugby program had all their teams competing this past weekend at the Kamloops Rugbyfest. The Sr. Boys went 1-2 for the weekend, beating Lord Beaverbrook from Calgary while losing to South Kamloops High and West Vancouver’s Sentinel High. The Sr. Girls went 2-1 for the weekend beating Salmon Arm High (20-0) and Kamloops’ Valleyview Secondary School (17-5). The girls lost against an excellent side from Calgary’s John D. Diefenbaker High School (19-7). The Jr. Boys went 03 against teams from Kamloop’s Valleyview High

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Following through on your intuitions this week will bring good results. Try a new tactic or a new approach and you may be surprised at the outcome. There are many right ways to get things done.

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LVR Bomber player Kirsten Jansen is tackled while team mates (right to left) Sara Einarson, Kat Burkhardt, Tersa Cutler, Jasmin Weese, and Kaysha Buckinheimer run in support.

and Westsyde Secondary, and Victoria’s Calremont High. The Jr. Boys were able to score their first points of the season however, and

looked to have made great gains over their previous showing in Penticton two weeks ago. -submitted

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ELVIN KLASSEN - BLUE LINE MAGAZINE

Sgt. Pat Severyn, a 28-year veteran of the Nelson Police Department, was featured on the cover of the April 2010 issue of Blue Line Magaine, a trade magazine for police officers across Canada. The photo was taken during the Olympic sk9E000125 torch relay celebrations in January. Blue Line calls Sgt. Severyn, who was stationed at the Main Media Centre, “an excellent ambassador for the Olympics and his department.”

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You usually have a good attention to detail. This week you may find yourself overanalyzing the details. Try not to get hung up on them as this will stagnant the evolution of any project you are working on, or any relationship you are in right now.

2Libra4 Sept 23 - Oct 23

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Symposium on Expressive Arts Therapy Thursday to Saturday, May 6-8 at the Vallican Whole Community Center, Slocan Valley

This weekend symposium features a number of workshops and speakers discussing the benefits of expressive arts therapy. Workshops include Intangible Body Gestures and their Translation into Tangible Shape and Form hosted by Sibylle Cseri, former president and co-founder of the Spanish Art Therapy Association, and Lecturer at the University of Barcelona, and The Body, Voice and Image hosted by Markus Alexander, founder of World Arts Organization. Markus is senior faculty at the European Graduate School in Switzerland. There wisll also be a panel discussion on art therapy around the world, featuring Monica Carpendale, founder of the Kutenai Art Therapy Institute in Nelson, who has 25 years of experience in Art Therapy, teaching, supervising and clinical practice. Pre-registration is required. Call 250-352-2264 or email kutenai_art_therapy@shaw.ca for more information or to register.

Journey with Dance Improvisation Open Class Friday, April 30, 7-9 p.m. at the Moving Centre, 533A Baker St.

Learn new ways of moving your body and get a great, creative workout. Wake up to your body wisdom, shed the skin of shyness, have fun, stay fit, and loosen up. Dance improvisation is movement that is not set ahead of time. We will explore structured, guided and free improvisation preceded by warm-ups that focuses on body alignment, core strength and release techniques. Marisa Vachon holds a BA in Contemporary Dance and is an experienced mover with more than 20 years of practice in the Movement Arts. Call 250-352-0886 or visit www.thewellnessqi.com for more information.

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body & soul health directory

ACUPUNCTURE Kate Butt, Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine ................................... 551-5283 Michael Smith, Dr. TCM, 10 years experience .................................. 352-0459 Shauna Robertson Acupuncture & Herbs .................................... 352-2167 ART THERAPY Clearwater Art Therapy .................................................................. 505-1100 BODYWORK Integrated Healing Touch, Biodynamic Craniosacral,Esalen®DeepTissue, Shiatsu, Reflexology, Bliss, Certified - Niko ....................................... 551-2577 Rolf Structural Integration, www.gravitytherapy.com ........................ 352-6611 CHIROPRACTIC McKenzie Community Chiropractic .............................................. 352-1322 COACHING Richard Klein, Stress Reduction Coach ........................................ 352-3280 ShaylaWrightcertifiedlifecoach/spiritualmentor..............................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 Gail Novack, MEd. Counselling, Grief & Loss ................................... 505-3781 Jenie Taylor, BCST & Somatic Trauma Therapy ................................. 551-4022

that is largely preventable”, says IH Medical Health Officer, Dr. Rob Parker. “The modern acellular pertussis vaccine is very safe and effective in preventing illness in anyone fully vaccinated. The majority of cases in this outbreak were among unimmunized children”. Historically, the Kootenay Boundary has had the lowest childhood immunization rate in the Interior, with only 64 percent of infants and toddlers being fully immunized with a pertussis-containing vaccine by age two. - submitted

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

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

�� HOLISTIC HEALTH �� Aura Defence & Pranashakty Canada. Power, Beauty, Healing. www.auradefence. ��

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

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

com pranashakty.org nelsonpranashakty@gmail.com ..................... 505-7832 Syama

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heals �� with Hawaiian Lomilomi, Thai, Qi-Gong �� Flower Essences. I Teach The Secret and Mayan .................................777-1077 ��

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

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PSYCHOLOGISTS Joy Green Hypnosis, Talk Therapy, Energy Work ......................... 352-9927 REGISTERED MASSAGE �� D Voykin RMT, 30 Yrs. By fee or donation ...................................... 509-0345

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ends �� and holidays ................................................................. 354-8406

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

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

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

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Irene Mock, Reg. www.kootenayhypnotherapy.com .......................... 352-7035

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

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

SPAS �� MountainWatersSpa,VotedBestSpa 2007-09...............................352-3280 �� Shalimar Health Spa, Voted Nelson’s Best Spa ................................ 54-4408 �� Ginger Joy Rivest, Neuro Somatic Therapy ..................................... 505-4284 �� Found, Nelson’s Aveda Concept Spa & Salon ................................ 352-7775 Palliative Massage Course, July 3-10, 2009 ............................ 1-800-611-5788 ��

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Gabriel Keczan, Neuro Somatic Therapy ........................................ 777-1159

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

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The number of confirmed new cases of pertussis (Whooping Cough) occurring in recent weeks in the Kootenay-Boundary area has decreased significantly, suggesting the outbreak peak is well past and only the occasional sporadic case might continue to occur. There have been 41 cases of pertussis confirmed in the region since last November but only two new cases in the last two weeks. In the two years prior to this outbreak, there had only been three reported cases of pertussis. “Pertussis is a disease

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Thursdays, May 6-27, 7-9 p.m., location TBA

The intention of this group is to have fun and explore resolution to individual and collective dilemmas through the use of various modalities, including guided journeying and therapeutic role play. For more info contact Dave Pratt, M.S.W. at 250-505-5759.

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Great marketing was the trick, $5 donations was the goal, and free haircuts was the hook. Seven hours and 87 haircuts later, Jim Ross and the Chatters Salon crew added $570 to CT Scanner fundraising and just made Nelson a wee less shaggy for a while. The updated total for the CT scanner fund is $948,980.

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YOGA �� Om Yoga 3067 Heddle Rd.,6-Mile,�� omyogasixmile.com .................. 825-0011

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health&wellness EcoHints: Create compost tea to fertilize your soil

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Left to right: Carolyn Zabawa from the MS Society; Sarah Popoff from the Kidney Foundation; Linda Hoskin from the Alzheimer Society; Bette-Lou Askew from the ALS Society; Michael Jessen from the Lung Association; and Deb Zeeben from the Community First Health Co-op are getting started on cleaning the Community Health Resource Centre donated information kiosks.

One-stop info shop The Community First Health Co-op Wellness Centre at 518 Lake St., Nelson, has partnered with an initial nine local chronic disease organizations to offer the Community Health Resource Centre to support the residents from Nelson to Nakusp, Kaslo, East Shore, Salmo and all small communities in between, as well as Beasley, Blewett, South Slocan and the Slocan Valley. This Centre is being set up by local chronic disease health organizations and will house brochures, books, videos/CDs and information with internet access to trusted sites. Trained volunteers will support individuals and families dealing with chronic disease, and also provide education on prevention for the whole community. Each organization’s information kiosk offers a secure donation box. The organizations involved to date are ALS, Alzheimer, Arthritis, Cancer, Heart & Stroke, Kidney, Lung, MS, and Parkinsons. Seniors’ Co-ordinating and Friends of Nelson Elders have also given their support in principle. Bette-Lou Askew, a volunteer for the ALS Society, says, “I believe the Community Health Resource Centre will be

a wonderful asset to our community providing the resources to promote quality of life through education and support services.” At present, the Community Health Resource Centre is being worked on by volunteers and will be painted and equipped as funding is secured. Also, information kiosks from the Midland Island Health Society were donated to the Wellness Centre with Community First Health Co-op paying for the total freight bill. The Community First Health Co-op still has space available for health-related professions such as dentistry, naturopathy, physiotherapy, optometry, etc. There are also secure storage units available for rent from time to time. Please contact Doug Stoddart at (250) 352-7207 for information. Memberships in the Community First Health Co-op are $10 per share for individuals, with corporations needing 10 shares ($100). Any amount of shares can be purchased and are available at the Nelson & District Credit Union on Vernon Street and the Community First Pharmacy in the Wellness Centre at 518 Lake Street. - submitted

There are a growing number of residents across Canada ‘weeding out chemicals.’ By making compost tea, people can stretch their compost even further to replenish soil nutrients and also create a safe soil conditioner that is non-toxic to humans, pets and beneficial insects. To steep compost tea, place finished compost in a large pail or use an average sized trash can. Add one part finished compost to five parts water. Do not cover and stir often with a rake to increase oxygen. The tea will be ready after a

few days. Another method is to suspend compost in a burlap sack or old pillowcase and let it sit in a barrel of water for several days. Tie the top end to prevent the compost from leaking out. After the tea is steeped, the compost remaining may still be added to the garden. To be more creative, brew the tea by using an air pump for oxygen or add a tablespoon of molasses, Epson Salts, kelp, or alfalfa meal to yield a richer assortment of micro-nutrients. When applying the tea, water the designated area first. This

eco tips Larraine Roulston helps the tea seep into the soil allowing microbes to flourish. Then pour the compost tea over the watered area. If you wish, strain the tea through an old sock or nylon. Some golf club superintendents in British Columbia are having notable success with compost

tea. A 300 gallon drum, (1360 litres) equipped with an air filter and hose, brews a recipe that includes kelp extract, humic acid, fish fertilizer, oatmeal, compost, a blend of brush, aeration cores, broken sod, flowers, and leaves. Salt Spring Island’s Blackburn Meadows, where compost tea is used, was the first organically maintained ‘greens’ in Canada. From potted plants to play areas, utilizing compost tea is a sensible and economical method for a healthier garden. Anyone for Tea?

Larraine is a volunteer at the West Kootenay EcoSociety. For more information contact the EcoSociety at eco@kics.bc.ca or 354-1909.

health calendar

drop-in classes and events Wednesdays SHANTI YOGA STUDIO SHANTIYOGA. CA 12 - 1:30 p.m. Anusara Yoga, Elissa 5:30 - 7 p.m. Restorative Yoga, Shayla 7:30 - 9 p.m. - HAtha Flow, 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, 250825-0011, www.omyogasixmile.com BAHA’I COMMUNITY OF NELSON 7 p.m. 1920 Falls St. 3540944 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 250352-7897 Thursdays SHANTI YOGA STUDIO SHANTIYOGA. CA 8:30 - 9:30 Energizing Morning Yoga 10 - 11:30 a.m Prenatal Yoga, Donna 5:30 - 7 p.m. Hatha Yoga, Karuna 7:30 - 9 p.m. Yoga Basics Course, 8 class/$80 monthly, Preregister APPLIED COMBAT MARTIAL ARTS 6:30 - 8 pm. Adult class 525 Josephine Street, Information call 250-352-0459 OM YOGA STUDIO 10 - 11:30 a.m. Quantum Yoga, Alison 6 Mile, 3067 Heddle Rd, 250825-0011 www.omyogasixmile. com KYOKUSHIN KARATE 2:30 - 3:45 p.m. Kids, 6 - 7 p.m. Adults Blewette Elementary School, Keith Clughart, 551-3345 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. Judy Katz 352-3319, somatikatz@gmail.com RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS 3-4:00 p.m. Beginner ages 6 & up 4-5:30 p.m. Performance Group ages 8 & up S.Nelson, Rhythmic Dimensions 505-1812. QI-GONG & CHEN TAI CHI 7 - 8 p.m. at the Central School Gym. Info 250-505-4562 Chris Gibson GLOBAL RHYTHMS 5 - 6 p.m. World music dance workout. The Moving Centre, 533 Baker. FELDENKRAIS CENTRE 2 - 3 p.m. First Class 206 Victoria St., Susan Grimble 352-3449. FOLK FUSION SKIRT DANCE 3 - 4 p.m. Ages 7-11 All Levels. 6 - 7 p.m. Adult, Studio Alive, 352-0047 YANG/CHEN TAI CHI AND QI GONG 7 -8:30 a.m. Summit Health & Fitness, 685-B Baker St 250-3527897 Fridays SHANTI YOGA STUDIO SHANTIYOGA.CA 10 - 11:30 a.m. Gentle Flow, Anie 12 -1:30 p.m. Hatha Flow, Sharon 5 :30- 7 p.m. Anusara Yoga, Elissa 7:30 - 9 p.m. Restorative Yoga, Yasmin FELDENKRAIS CENTRE 11-12 p.m. First Class 206 Victoria St., Susan Grimble 3523449 NELSON BREAST FEEDING CLINIC 9:30 - 11:30 a.. Free drop-in Nelson Health Unit, 2nd floor Kutenai Building, 333 Victoria Street, more info 250-505-7200. KOOTENAY AKIDO 4 - 5 p.m. Akido Fun, ages 4-6 5 -6 p.m. Kids Class, ages 7-12 6:30 - 8 p.m. Adult Class213C Baker St 250-352-3935. TRANSCENDENDENT COMBAT SPORTS 6 p.m. Combat cardio, 250-509-1061. Summit Health and Fitness KUTENAIS FINEST PERSONAL TRAINING 6 a.m. & 8 a.m. Boot Camp 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 250-3527897 Saturdays SHANTI YOGA STUDIO SHANTIYOGA.CA 10 - 11:30 a.m. Rejuvanitive, Shayla 12 - 1:30 p.m. Hatha Flow, Cindy KOOTENAY AKIDO 9:15 - 10:45 a.m. Intro Akido 213C Baker St 250-352-3935. FELDENKRAIS CENTRE 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Regain Mobility 206 Victoria St., Susan Grimble 352-3449 Sundays SHANTI YOGA STUDIO SHANTIYOGA.CA 10-11:30 a.m. Prenatal Yoga, Donna 12 - 1:30 p.m. Anusara Yoga, Elissa Mondays SHANTI YOGA STUDIO SHANTIYOGA.CA 10 - 11:30 a.m. Gentle Flow, Joy 12 - 1:30 p.m. Hatha Flow, Sharon 5:30 -7:00 Anusara Yoga, Elissa 7:30 -9:00 Yin Yoga, Menaka KOOTENAY AKIDO 6:30 - 8 p.m. Adult Class, 213C Baker St 250-352-3935. CONTACT IMPROVISATION DANCE JAM 7:30 - 9 p.m. all levels and live musicians welcome. The Moving Centre, 533A Baker St. Info 250352-3319 Judy. KYOKUSHIN KARATE 2:30 - 3:45 p.m. Kids 6 - 7 p.m. Adults Blewette Elementary School, Keith Clughart, 551-3345. RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS 2:15-3:30 p.m. Beg/Inter ages 6 & up 3:30-4:14 p.m. Intro ages 4-5 Redfish, Rhythmic Dimensions 505-1812. BELLYFIT FUSION FITNESS 8:45 - 9:45 a.m. at the Moving Centre. Call Heather, 354-0492 KUTENAIS FINEST PERSONAL TRAINING 8 a.m. Abs & Buns Ball Class with Ali Popoff 182 Baker St. 250-352-9196 FELDENKRAIS CLASSES 1 - 2 p.m. Effortless movement. Kutenais Finest, 182 Baker St. Judy Katz 352-3319, somatikatz@gmail.com.

YANG/CHEN TAI CHI AND QI GONG 7 -8:30 a.m. Summit Health & Fitness, 685-B Baker St 250352-7897 Tuesdays SHANTI YOGA STUDIO SHANTIYOGA. CA 7:30 - 8:30 Yoga en Francais, Marie 10 - 11:30 a.m. Gentle Yoga, Maureen 5:30 - 7 p.m. Hatha Yoga, Karuna 7:30 - 9 p.m. Yoga Basics Course 8 classes/$80 month, Preregister APPLIED COMBAT MARTIAL ARTS 6:30 - 8 p.m. Adult Class 525 Josephine St. Information call 250-352-0459. OM YOGA STUDIO 10 - 11:30 a.m. Quantum Yoga, Alison 6 Mile, 3067 Heddle Rd, 250825-0011 www.omyogasixmile. com. KUNDALINI YOGA WITH CATHERINE LEIGHLAND 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Shambhala Meditation Centre, 444 Baker St., upstairs 3526132. RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS 3:15-4:00 p.m. Introductory ages 4-5 4:00-5:30 p.m. Intermediate ages 8 & up 5:30-6:30Inter/adv extra class S. Nelson, Rhythmic Dimensions 505-1812. QI-GONG & CHEN TAI CHI 7 - 8 p.m. at the Central School Gym. Info 505-4562 Chris Gibson. SARVA SHAKTI SADHANA CIRCLE 7 - 8 p.m. An ancient siddhar yoga practice #209-ManiStone Centre, 507 Baker St, 505-7832 KUTENAIS FINEST PERSONAL TRAINING 6 a.m. & 8 a.m. Boot Camp 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, 685-B Baker St 250352-7897

live music

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 BLUEGRASS ACOUSTIC MUSIC Jam, Bigby Place 509 Front St., 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Info: 352-2704

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.

Sat. May 1

SONNY RHODES FROM Texas at The Royal. Seperate cajun/ creole dinner also $20 ELLISON’S CAFE PRESENTS BRUNCH AT THE Royal with Ian Haynes 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Sun. May 2 NIKKO @ Library Lounge 6-10 p.m. “NOTHIN’ BUT THE Blues”. Join QCity Blues Band @ The Royal. 7-11pm.

aroundtown

CLIFF MADDIX & Friends @ Library Lounge ALL AGES OPEN Mic ever y Tuesday at the CocoaNut Lounge. 6-10pm. Hosted by Rob Funk BAR ROOM DANCING new session begins with Howie @ The Royal. Pre-registration please. 7-8pm. MAGIC BUS AT The Royal with Eyedog And Isinipit. 9PM-2AM.

Wed. May 5 OPEN MIC WITH a Latin flavour with Estevan @ The Royal for Cinqo de Mayo. OPEN MIC NIGHT with Estevan at The Royal. PAUL LANDSBERG with Strings @ Library Lounge

Thurs. May 6

NOAH D @ SPIRIT BAR, the king of North American dubstep. SWING DANCING WITH Howie @ The Royal. 6-8pm. BLUE RAY MUSIC Movie Night & The Royal

STEF LANG LIVE at The Royal.

VERSUS THE NOTHING performs live at The Royal! 9-2am.

Sun. May 9 Mishra Concert, Nelson United Church, 7pm, Tickets at Eddy Music, Gaia Rising or at door

special events

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 WINE TASTING Social @ The Royal. From 5-7pm. Advance reservation required FLIKS PRESENTS MID AUGUST LUNCH. Italian comedy. Middleaged man Gianni cares for 4 elderly women.Capitol. 7:30pm.

TEDXSELFDESIGNHIGH Our Theme is “Co-Inspiring the Future” Wish to attend? Email yuminitiatives@gmail.com ANNUAL CASTLEGAR GARDEN Club Plant Sale. 9 a.m. Noon. Station Museum: 400 13th Avenue. Information: castlegargadenclub@shaw.ca SECOND ANNUAL WORLD LABYRINTH DAY, “Walk as One at 1” Lakeside Park 1 p.m. G H O S T D A N C I N G TRANCEDANCE. A dance for peace, passion and presence. Blindflolds, rhythmic music, breath and intention support the Trancedance. 7 p.m. LAM RIM TEACHINGS by Ven. Zasep Tulku Rinpoche 10 - 5. Beginners to Advanced. Buddhist philosophy and psychology that shows how to overcome mental suffering, reach calm abiding mind and the wisdom of liberated mind. 6425 Sproule Creek Rd. Nelson. Suggested donation $30-60. Bring potluck lunch. 354-0206 rides, info.

BRUNCH AT THE Royal continues @ 11:30am. Great entertainment and food!

TUESDAY IS BLUESDAY With host band “The Jones Brothers Jam Band” @ Finley’s.

SEVENTH ANNUAL WINLAW Water Festival celebrates with great entertainment, silent auction and a parade at 1pm.

MISHRA CONCERT OF Indian Classical Music, Silverton Gallery, 408 4th Street, 7pm, Tickets at door.

Mon. May 3

Tues. May 4

Sat. May 1

Sun. May 2

Sat. May 8

LATIN SALSA DANCE at The Royal. 6:30.

JOURNEY WITH DANCE Improvisation is beginning another session with an Open class on April 30th. Learn new ways of moving your body and get a great, creative workout.

Fri. May 7

BRUNCH AT THE Royal with Cole Walker. 11:30-3pm.

SARAH MCGLYNN & Rich Rabnett @ Library Lounge 6-10 p.m.

KOOTENAY WOMEN’S CHORALE performing at the First Baptist Church in Nelson - 611 5th - 7:30 pm

ALTERNATIVE WORSHIP EXPERIENCE “God’s Garden” 7:00p. m. FREE WORKSHOP - LEARNING how to use Social Media in Your Job Search. Information/Registration info@kcds. ca 250)352-6200 SENIOR CITIZENS’ BR.#51 717 Vernon St., Potluck LuncheonFriday, May 28, 12:30 p.m.All Seniors Welcome.

Thurs. Apr. 29 FREE WORKSHOP ON how to stand out in job interviews. 9 -Noon Information/registration info@kcds.ca or 250)352-6200

Fri. Apr. 30 INDIE FILM NIGHT. Oxygen Art Centre. 320 Vernon, alley, with Jason Asbell/Miriam Needoba. 7:30pm. oxygenargcentre.org CELEBRATE THE PROTECTION of Grohman Narrows Provincial Park. Best Western Hotel, 7:008:30pm with the EcoSociety.

DANCES OF UNIVERSAL PEACE 3:30 – 5:30pm at SelfDesign High 402 Victoria St (Legion Building). By donation, everyone welcome. Bring non-marking indoor footwear and a water bottle. Information: 250-8250012.

Mon. May 3

A COURSE IN Miracles support/study group at Manistone Wellness Centre, 507 Baker Street, #202 at 6:30 p.m.

Wed. May 5 SENIOR CITIZENS’ BR.#51 717 Vernon St., Monthly Meeting 1:30 p.m.

Thurs. May 6 Art Therapy Workshop: Sibylle Cseri Art Therapist from University of Barcelona Spain and Spanish Association, KATI. THE LION, THE Witch and the WardrobeA play by the Nelson Waldorf School’s Eighth Grade. 7 p.m.

Fri. May 7 PANEL DISCUSSION: ART Therapy around the World. International presenters. 7pm Info and registration call 250352-2264. A COURSE IN Miracles support/study group meeting at Manistone Wellness Centre, 507 Baker Street, #202, 9:30 a.m.-noon. All welcome.

Sat. May 8 9TH ANNUAL NELSON Garden Festival 330 Block Baker St. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Plants, trees, accessories and more

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

April 28, 2010

NELSON BADMINTON CLUB meets at Mary Hall Gymnasium, 7 - 9 p.m. Everyone welcome. Anne 250-352-7536 Guy 250-3526330. 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

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 250-3526936. NELSON CHESS CLUB ever y Saturday morning, all welcome. Seniors Hall, 777 Vernon St. 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, 825-4095. QUAKER MEETING 723 Ward, upstairs, 9:45. 354-3859. SUNDAY MORNING WORHSIP, Community Church, Passmore Hall, 11 a.m. SUNDAY WORSHIP, St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Slocan, 2 p.m. UNITY CENTRE of the Kootenays, 905 Gordon Rd. Broader Horizons. Back door, 11 a.m. Everyone welcome. NELSON AA - Sunday Morning 10 a.m. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. NELSON UNITED CHURCH service, 10 a.m. 602 Silica St. All are welcome. ASCENSION LUTHERAN CHURCH Ser vice 10:15 a.m. 1805 Silverking Rd. You are welcome. 352-2515

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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 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 th Support Circle, 4 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 250-352-7536 Guy 250-3526330 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 250-3523860

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.

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LINO BLOCK PRINT 1958 by Zeijko Kujundzic titled Atomic Age, regarding Hiroshima memorial. $450. 229.2226 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. 354-4724

BUMBO $15 & Kiddopotamus car/stroller snuzzler/ head support, winner Iparenting award plush ivory/brown cotton $15 352-3226 TURTLE SANDBOX $15, little tykes 2seater wagon $25, kid lawnmower $2, travel playpen $30 352-5210

NELSON COMMUNITY BAND concert, special guests “Shenango” Choral Ensemble! 7:30 May 11th. 511 6th St. Admission by donation.

IKEA LOFT, COUCH/LOVE Seat (Natural), Dresser, Patio table/ chairs, Player, Piano, Cardio Glider, Moroccan Lamps, 250505-1191.

OIL & GAS MUTUAL FUND seeking investor relations associate in the Revelstoke Area. No experience required but prior Oil & Gas and/or investment knowledge is an asset. Must be driven, entrepreneurial, outgoing, presentable and ethical. Base salary and generous bonus compensation structure provided to the right candidate. To apply, please fax a resume to 403-984-2503 Attention Jesse Foster.

GARDEN TOOL AND kitchen knife sharpening. Handles reconditioned. Fred @ 352-2129, fdr@netidea.com BLUE MTD SNOWFLITE Snowblower 5 H/P 24î 2 stage auger $100 call 250-359-7942

ART WEST KOOTENAY CALENDAR PHOTO CONTEST. Win Cash, free calendars. Photos also considered for West Kootenay Wild Book. For applications: westkootcal@gmail.com or Otter Books, 398 Baker. LANDSCAPE PAINTINGS BY Karen Guilbault. May at Kootenay Bakery. 352-2588 for information. TAKE THE TRASH Art Challenge! Workshop April 17. Art show: 23,24th in Passmore. See www. slocanvalleyarts.ca

BOATS 1970ISH PRINCECRAFT 17FT on trailer fixer-upper, 36 beer obo. 359-0180 12FT. EDSON ALUMINUM boat,9.9 Merc, deep hull, fish finder, seats, rod holders, trailer $2800.00 250-359-7194. 21FT. RIONELL WCUDDY 1980. Solid hull needs motor and leg. best offer. 250-777-1281. 1976 16’ SANGSTER w/ EZLoader trailer; Reupholstered; new carpet, windows & paint. $1000 No motor. 250-359-5030

BUSINESS OPS ARE YOU READY to choose... how much you earn? When you want to work? Who you work with? Where you work? We train you online. Go to: www.liveyourdreamtoo.com START YOUR OWN business and byob (be your own boss). Make huge $. Will train you. $515. start-up investment required; www.works4me.me/byob. QUIT LIVING PAYCHECK to paycheck. operate your own MiniOffice Outlet using your home computer. Extra income, flexible hours www.yoursuccess123.com.

CHILDREN P L AY M AT ($25), CRADLESWING ($45), evenflo exersaucer ($30), Jolly jumper ($35), twin nursing pillow ($45). 359-5091. CLASSIC RED DUALDECK RadioFlyer Tricycle, chrome & steel, barely used, asking $50 (paid $97 new) 250-226-7096

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$0 DOWN AT auto credit fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie1-877-7920599. www.autocreditfast.ca. DLN 30309. WANT A VEHICLE but stressed about your credit? Last week 11 out of 17 applications approved! We fund your future not your past. Any Credit. www.coastlineautocredit.com or 1-888-208-3205. IF YOU OWN a home or real

GEAR SWAP AT EndlessAdventure, Crescent Valley. May 1&2. Bring used gear by Fri,April30-6pm. 1.877. FUN.8181 WIN STORE WAREHOUSE bag sale. Friday & Saturday April 23 & 24 11am-3pm. APRIL 24TH YARD sale at 510 Carbonate St. weather permitting. 10:00 a.m no earlier please.

COMPUTERS �� 2 ALPS MD-1000 printers w/ parts, neither work properly, combine parts to make one functional, $20 250-608-3548 HC-S (HOME COMPUTING Solutions) Offering reliable and competitively priced PC Support & Computer skills training. From Hardware to Network we come to you’ No Solution NO FEE’ Tel#250-505-4940 E-mail info@hc-s.org 15INCH MACBOOKPRO, 2GB RAM, 2GHZ, 80GB-HD Glossy Screen Snow Leopard $1000, 250-509-3336

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CALLING ALL ART Instructors! Oxygen Art Centre welcomes engaging, innovative, and creative course offerings for Fall 2010 classes: proposals for any medium or age group. Please send bio and course descriptions by May 7 to anitalevesque192@hotmail. �� com. TRAIN TO BE �� A Medical Lab Assistant. The Healthcare industry needs YOU!Ê �� MTI Community 2 PAIRS OF older leather RIDING College www.mticc.com, 604- BOOTS, probably mens size 10. If they fit you can have them. 310-2684. LOVE YOUR JOB! 359-7439 WHIRLPOOL FRIDGE 60” x 24”, �� runs, needs charging. 229.4559. MOTHER’S DAY PIE Bingo at 9 LARGE ROCKS, 2 cubic feet in Slocan Park Community Hall size, need 2 men to move, some smaller. 352.6762 May 8 at 6:30 p.m. Everyone Welcome C-BAND SATELITE DISH and ANNUAL CASTLEGAR receiver including mast. 399-4398 GARDEN Club Plant Sale. 9:00 TV 27INCH SANYO CRT flat - Noon. Station Museum: 400 screen. 6.5 years old. Good work- 13th Avenue. Information: ing order. 505-2085 castlegargardenclub@shaw.ca GIVING AWAY FIREPLACE CASTLEGAR GARDEN & Insert, as is. Bring a Friend, it’s a Nature Festival 10:00am - 4:00 heavy lift. 250-365-5896 Twin Rivers Park/Millennium ARE YOU EXPERIENCING paraWalkway. Speakers, vennormal activities? Contact koot dors, & education. Information: enayparanormalsociety@hotmail. castlegargardenfest@shaw.ca com or visit www.kootenayparaALIVE DANCE THEATRE, normalsociety.webs.com Thursday May 20, 8 p.m. @ the Capitol Theatre. PASSMORE SENIORS MOTHER’S Day Pancake FOUR BRAND NEW Chairs Solid Breakfast, Passmore Hall. Unpainted Wood, modern rustic Sunday, May 9th, 2010. 9:00 to design $35 each 250 354-1784 noon. SKLAR-PEPPLER SOFA & AWAKEN AND DEVELOP your Loveseat, $300. L-shaped solid intuitive abilities! Private 90 min- Oak Entertainment Unit, $400. ute session $100 with author/ Wanted American Girl doll. 250Intuitive Norm Pratt. (250)357- 354-4207 9457, www.normpratt.com

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HEALTH & FITNESS BOXING FUNDAMENTALS AT SUMMIT GYM Boxing teaches balance, speed, power and focus...it’s also a fun way to get a wicked workout. Next Session Begins Sat. May 1st at 6p.m. Open to all ages and genders. Session is 3 days a week for 6 weeks. Cost $180.00; One Free Drop-In Location; Summit Gym 685 Baker St. Coach; Peter Bockner Info. Contact; 352-1308 FREE “HEALING WITH Bliss” Pranashakty Workshop. May 13 & 14 6:30 - 8:30 pm. 505-7832 nelsonpranashakty@gmail.com pranashakty.org SPRING SAVINGS!!! First 8 weeks for $88. Look great. Feel Great. Lose weight. Guaranteed. Call Herbal Magic 1-800-9264363 for more information. Limited time offer.

HELP WANTED BUSY RETAIL GARDEN store requires a carrier minded, hard working individual. Full-time entry-level position available with opportunity for further advancement. Ability to lift heavy objects is a must, starting wage is $11 per hour. Apply in person at unit 14 104 Silica St, Nelson(across from nelson Ford) OIL & GAS MUTUAL FUND seeking investor relations associate in the Nelson Area. No experience required but prior Oil & Gas and/or investment knowledge is an asset. Must be driven, entrepreneurial, outgoing, presentable and ethical. Base salary and generous bonus compensation structure provided to the right candidate. To apply, please fax a resume to 403-9842503 attention Jesse Foster. RN/LPN NEEDED IMMEDIATELY, up to 40hrs a week, days. Personal care for 7 month old with Leukodystrophy. Competative pay. Email maraglow@gmail.com or call 250-229-4034

HELP WANTED Experienced Heli Loggers, Hooktenders and Chasers. Level 3 1st Aid Call Niel After 6 p.m. 250.505.3877 EXCLUSIVE FINNING/ CATERPILLAR Heavy Equipment Service Training at GPRC Fairview Campus. Grade 12 diploma and mechanical aptitude required. $1000. bonus on first day of school. Write all 4 years apprenticeship exam. 1-888-9997882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview. CHEAP TELEPHONE RECONNECT! Paying too much? Switch, save money, and keep your number! First month only $24.95 + connection fee. Phone Factory Reconnect 1-877-3362274 ; www.phonefactory.ca. #1 IN PARDONS. Remove your criminal record. Express Pardons offers the FASTEST pardons, LOWEST prices, and it’s GUARANTEED. BBB Accredited. FREE Consultation Toll-free 1-866-416-6772, www. ExpressPardons.com. IF YOU ARE BUYING, selling or simply telling... It pays to spread the word. Call this newspaper or: 1-866669-9222.

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

LOST & FOUND CAT/KITTEN 7-MONTHS GREY White Stripes Named Leonard Last seen Chinese Medicine School Call Vanessa 5090666 LOST BLACK ART portfolio 11x17” in downtown Nelson April 19. Filled w/sketches, help! Karen 250-509-3006 LOST BABY/YOUTH’S BLUE baseball cap (KC logo), lost on Baker St , April 21st #250-5055441 LOST: OR RIGHT hand glove grey & black anywhere from Ymir to Winlaw, please call 250-5050844

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CARGO TRAILER. 6X4 Covered, great condition, sparewheel,white/ lined. $1650. can email photos: nialleden@gmail.com FOR SALE: HOUSE flowers, Fig and Cactus. Phone 250-3598103 ANTIQUE HORSE DRAWN field mowers and other antique farm equipment 250 359 7775 8X4 FACTORY MADE 2000 lb. trailer, $1000 firm. 1/2 HP new electric motor. 359.7443 EXOTIC DJEMBE DRUMS, $300-$500 depending on size. Technics Turntable $400 o.b.o., Numark Mixer $100 250-3522629 GLASS DISPLAY SHELVINGCOMES with Brackets and hangers.6x- 12 x 54 length (6 ml) $100 / 250-825-2206 CROSSBOW RESISTANT GREENHOUSE OSPREYÍS EXERCISE unit for complete NEIGHBOUR SEASON OPENING workout new $800 selling $150 MAY 1 @ 9AM check out the all 2502294939 �� occasion gift baskets, hanging basXBOX-2 CONLS,13 GAMES � �� kets and funky flowering containers, $100/minichopper HD $400/DVD basket stuffers and bedding plants. player x2 $50/20” flat screen �� Bring your containers, we have a $100/ATV 350 Yamaha98 4x4 U-DO centre; weíve got the plants, BIKES: CHILD’S $30, 12” mini��Fill �� soil and knowledge to assist you. mountaineer $50, adult mountain your garden with our large selection $75, aluminum canoe $350 (250) of veggie bedding plants and herbs. 352-0013 8172 BUSK ROAD, BALFOUR, just SIMONIZ 100-1750 PSI pressure turn at the ferry landing, 250-229washer $100 Makita Circular Saw 2349 ñ CASH ONLY PLEASE $75 Bikes 12&18 speed $25 250LARGE RESIDENTIAL GARDEN 359-7588. available for a gardener without TREE PLANTING BAGS $50, a garden. Great exposure/soil. rabbit cages $20, iron horse exerLaurel 250 354 9122 cise machine $20, loom, 4 harness leclare, 250-355-2269. 6 FOOT FENCING/LATTICE, gate (5 pieces)$125. Washer/ 27”PANASONIC TV, WITH remote, works well $25.-, 4 tall Dryer $99. 5 gallon latex (Snow hand-blown goblets, blue glass Roof) sealant $97. Chris 250$25.-. 226-7880 354-4240.

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VEHICLES

EXCELLENT CONDITION, 72’X80” white vinyl sliding patio door, Low-E glass, free delivery, $350 OBO 354-3793 TWO MOTOR BIKE helmets and pair of leather gloves, 75$ for all. call (250)354-4194 GEORGE FOREMAN GRILL, like new $39. Sunbeam Food processor, $60. Armorlike dishes $100. 250.354.1916. GRAND THEFT AUTO IV for XBox 360, $25. Maxx @ 250.777.1110 BRAND NEW LACE table cloth fabric 210” long x 128” wide. $35. 250.359.7910 before 6 p.m. METAL ROOFING 2-PCS. 18x32, 16x12, $125. Chev Ralley wheels, 4-14x6, $150. New Nova leaf springs $200 250.352.5744 LIFT CHAIR - two motors as new $500. Medical sheepskin to prevent pressure sores - $200. (250)354-3810 BICYCLE TRAILER/STROLLER SEATS one child, in mint condition! $200 firm. 354.8143 ELECTRIC BED, ADJUSTABLE, double, remote control, clean. $300 obo. Dog crate, med/small size $35. 352-1853. ELECTRIC LIFT CHAIR - beige vinyl $100 obo also brown wing chair with ottoman $30 250-2294452 ADMIRAL 4 BURNER counter top electric range $125.00 Queen waterbed c/w waveless mattress complete $195.00 Ph.250-3520136 FIRE POTS: HANDLES legs, ashpan attached. Burn great. 352.2543 aft. 6 p.m. SACRED PATH CARDS - Jamie Sams deck and book set. New. $52 cost, ONLY $20. 250-2292355 8 PERSON HOT tub with new heavy duty cover. Works great. $1800 Call 359-5078 MARIO SUPER SMASH Bros Brawl for Wii - mint 35$ - Rock Band 2 Cymbal set - brandnew 40$ RETAIL STORE SHELVES that are about three feet long. Offers. (250) 352-2078 FOUR USED 4’ by 8’ sheets of plastic, white lattice. Good condition. 20.00 Robert 352-2737 BEAUTIFUL CUT AND rough gemstones for sale, sapphires, pridot, heliodor, apatite and garnets. 352 1689 YAKIMA ROOF RACK Q tower for kayaks, windsurfers and canoes, has extra extension, asking $240 250-229-4491.

A FREE TELEPHONE service. Get Your First Month Free. Bad Credit, Don’t Sweat It. No Deposits. No Credit Checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines Today TollFree 1-866-884-7464. HOME PHONE RECONNECT Call 1-866-287-1348. Prepaid Long Distance Specials! Feature Package Specials! Referral Program! Don’t be without a home phone! Call to Connect! 1-866-287-1348 LECLERC 48” 4H floor loom $400. rolling Ikea kitchen stand $40. 24” 4H tableloom $300. 80 gallon oil tank $75. All OBO 3526132

DATING SERVICE. LongTerm/Short-Term Relationships, FREE CALLS.1-877-297-9883. Exchange voice messages, voice mailboxes.1-888-534-6984. Live adult casual conversations-1on1, 1-866-311-9640, Meet on chatlines. Local Single Ladies.1-877804-5381. (18+).

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.

4 ALL SEASON Tires and Honda Prelude Alloy Rims 205/55R15. Excellent Condition. $425 3522181

1998 BLACK JETTA GT for sale. Manual transmission, sunroof, winter and summer tires on rims, new clutch, 190,000Kms. $4200. 250-357-2276.

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SERVICES

2004SX 2.0 DODGE great shape exec on gas 130,000km $5200 obo, ready for summer.250-3526931

BUDGIES! 3 ADULTS (1 male, 2 females), 4-six week old babies! $20/ea. 250-354-4546. Beautiful, healthy family! PROFESSIONAL DOG GROOMING with TLC. Spring cleaning special, large dog bath and nails $25. 250-551-5501 MISSING: 1YR NEUTERED male cat mostly grey, black markings pass creek any info appreciated 359.8005

ORCA TRUCK FOR HIRE. Will do dump runs, moving, etc. Patrick 505-0612.

2002 ACURA EL 1.7 4dr 5sp pwl keyless remote, reduced again, $8200, must sell, 352-0532

MEDIEVAL LOOKING SPANISH cedar Dining table/6 chairs made in Colombia. $3800. 354-4720 BELGIAN VITRINE, MANUAL treadmill. Phone: 365-8164 CRIMINAL RECORD? Only Pardon Services Canada has 20 years experience guaranteeing record removaL. Call 1-8-NOWPARDON (1-866-972-7366). www.RemoveYourRecord.com. NEW NORWOOD SAWMILLS - LumberMate-Pro handles logs 34’ diameter, mills boards 28’ wide. Automated quick-cyclesawing increases efficiency up to 40%. www.NorwoodSawmills. com/400OT - FREE Information: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

MISC. WANTED OLD SKATEBOARD DECKS (without wheels). Adult sized, not youth. Stress cracks are OK. 354 3993 A GOAT SKIN for my drum, with the fur, untanned. trade for a dreamcatcher? 355-2923 FLAKEY? OAT ROLLER wanted and a single sit-on-top kayak. Thanks! 352-1167 HELLMAN CANOE AND sit on top Kayak in good condition. Thanks! 352 1167 TRIPOD WITH BALL head. 250359-8115 WANTED TO BUY travel trailer, camper, RV, or motorhome for $500 (or less) 250.777.0825 LONELY ROOSTER LOOKING for spring love. All types hens welcome to his hobby farm 250352-7913 BABY CLOTHES/EQUIPMENT FOR ‘elimination communication’ parenting. Infant undies, pants, books... We need it all! 250-3532676 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 250-352-9916 CANOE WANTED. MUST be in reasonable shape. Call 250-3527152 CREAM SEPARATOR, OLDER OK, electric powered. Also wanted, band saw and belt sander. 250.226.7990

MUSIC & DANCE YOUNG CHANG PIANO, excellent condition, 1996 model, $2800 OBO. 229.5645 AFRO-CUBAN PERCUSSION WORKSHOP KRIS LEDREW FRIDAY nights 7-8:30 starting april 30th 21st of may 352-9832 2 YAMAHA 3-WAY PA speakers, 2 Peavey monitors,Casio Keyboard, Double guitar stand. 352-9974. OLD GERMAN CELLO, $2000, 1965 Epiphone Crestwood guitar, $3500, 1950 Hohner button accordion, $500. 825-9320

PSYCHIC READINGS PSYCHIC READINGS WITH Rubiyah Ratna, BFA., MFA., experienced meditator and energy reader for over 30 years. 250229-4042 GET YOUR KNOWING Going. Chakra Readings with Evie Clare Fridays at Gaia Risisng 254.354.4471 TAROT READINGS AND intuitive counseling with Ashala every Wednesday at Gaia Rising, 356 Baker St. 250-354-4471

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VEHICLES

ERRAND SERVICE ... yard work or other errands. All money going to CT Scanner. 825-0015.

2003 VW JETTA Wagon TDI, Diesel, 109,000kms, winter tires included, $17,900 obo, well kept 250-304-8900

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2000 CHEVROLET MALIBU, silver, fully-loaded, winters & summers tires, 174,000 km. Call 250-442-8809 or 250-442-2230. Grand Forks.

133 ATLANTIS SNOWBOARD with flow bindings $200, two sets kids skis 100cm/110cm $25 each. 250-359-6606 WHITEWATER KAYAK: “PERCEPTION Whiplash”, paddle, helmet, spray skirt, dry top, gloves. $600OBO Call 250-352-1806 ITECH ICE HOCKEY goalie package. 30” pads, blocker and catcher, all matching black/ white/ silver. 352-0109 14’ BLUE DOLPHIN kayak, rudder, paddle, $550 229.5605 TAG-A-LONG KID’S BICYCLE. Frame attaches to seatpost of parent bike. Good working condition. $80 250-352-6399.

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1973 CHEV PICK-UP $700. 355.2370 1994 SATURN SL. Stylish, reliable cheap w/gas car. Everything works, cd player. Call 551-1017 Tim. 2008 TOYOTA YARIS. 41000km,Warranty, mint Condition, new winter tires, fuel efficient, spacious, chick magnet! 250-505-0631. 1993 MAZDA MPV Rebuilt Trans., 2 sets of tires and wheels, 2 wheel drive, seats 7, $1800. 352.1133. 2000 NEON 4DR, 233km, lady driven, 2 sets of rims, 357.9331

NISSAN MULTI 1987, new clutch, 2008 HONDA CBR25 - good new tires, runs great, $ 800.-- Call condition, low km’s, fuel efficient. WTB: ENGINE HOIST, also Includes helmet, jacket, cover & Brigitte 250 352-6299 wanted small block chevy engine carrier. $3400. 551-9492 performace parts. ph250-30498 GRAND PRIX MUST SELL 3535 ATVS 90CC & 250cc like new. MOVING $2,400 obo 250 3542005 Honda 600RR motor 9851 FIBERGLASS CANOPY, WHITE, and pipe. Best offer or trade. sliders, clamps, tape included. 2004 SUBARU FORESTER XS, 354.1506 6’ x 7’ fits ford shortbox. Offers. power everything. Heated leather KAWASAKI KV75 MINI motorMark 354-1140 seats. keyless entry. 177,000 km. bike, immaculate condition, with $13,500. 250-505-3822 CENTURY FIBERGLASS LID for vertical car bumper rack. $950 SWEET DEAL. 1992 Stealth, winfull size truck bed. Including all obo. 825-4643, ihp@shaw.ca ter stored. New computer/battery, hardware. Key is missing $350.00 2001 KAWASAKI CONCOURS. 206,000km. Beauty! $4200.obo. OBO 250-505-9097 990 cc sport touring. $4500. 250Evenings: 250-352-192. Josie. 354-0535 ALL-SEASON TIRES USED one 1989 TOYOTA CAMRY. Runs season P205/70R15 on chrome KAWASAKI KLR650, 2003. great. Well maintained. New mufrims for Tarus cars 1986-2006. Excellent shape, many new parts, fler. $1200 OBO. 505-6585 new road cases, rebuilt engine. $450.00 250-359-8066 $4500. 354-9235 ‘97 TOYOTA PREVIA 4WD. Great 97-2003 F-250, PROJECTOR condition, recent new engine and 1982 HONDA 250 xls enduro bike, headlight/signal set . Brand new good shape, years in storage. transmission, no rust. $5900 Call in box , 1 left side , 2 right. $1500.00 obo ph.250 359 7772 Sudoku Difficulty Level - Medium Sudoku Classic$300.00Difficulty Level - EasyClassic352-4662. sk9E000125 250-226-7127. 2007 KAWASAKI VERSERYS 1995 HONDA ACCORD Station SUBARU SIZE 37” & 39” Roof amazing touring, no prob over Wagon, Rebuilt engine, summer Racks for pre-mounted runners. the Lemon Crk Pass! $6400 obo and winter tires, $4000 505$20.00 Please call 354-0207. 250-825-2209 1178 CANOPY FOR LONGBOX Ford 2 CAMPERS FOR small truck. 1990 HONDA CIVIC 4 dr, 165,000 Ranger, bush bumper, 235/75/15 Both have stove and sink. Other, miles, 5 spd. Needs muffler and winter tires, open to offers. oven and 3-way fridge;$400/$800. timingbelt. Open to offers 352(250)505-6600 (250)505-6600 2843

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1995 FORD TAURUS wagon, V6, automatic, 276,000km. extra tires/rims, invested over $ 2000. $900 obo. 250-359-7756 1993 CHEV CAVALIER SW. Summer & winter tires. Well maintained, runs well Good mileage. $900.00 250-354-1900 JEEP CHEROKEE 1990, some new parts. Black,some rust. $950 OBO. 250-354-8105 MAZDA B2000, 1986, 208000km, runs well, good on gas, canopy, 5sp, $1500 obo, 250-229-6806. 1991 IZUSU TROOPER v6 5speed 4wd 175k,not much rust. good running conditon $1500.00. incl.ski box. 250-354-8512 1988 4RUNNER, 4X4, Standard, great shape, convertible, comes with winters and summers, 305,XXXkm, clean. 250-3572307 1986 FORD RANGER ext.cab 4WD V6 $375 Whole truck for parts.354-8262 after 5pm 98 DODGE DAKOTA with canopy/rack. Reliable/good condition. $6700.00 obo. Call 250 352 0999 1992 MAZDA B2600I 4x4. Extended cab, auto hubs, 288k, runs well. $2500 obo. 250-7771022. 93 CHEV ASTRO, needs alternator, $850. 82 Chev S-10 needs battery, minor repairs. $475. 352-6983 1995 FORD EXPLORER: runs good, needs a little work. Must get rid of! Asking $2500.Call 250359-8054 32 FOOT 1989 Ford Bounder Motorhome. great shape, sleeps 6 $10,000.O.B.O call for more info 250-357-9409 2004KIA SORENTO SUV4X4 V6 5spd low range excellent condition dealer serviced A/C hitch 145K Bryan(250)226-7494 2008 JEEP PATRIOT, 12,000k, as new condition, 5 speed manual, dealer serviced, many options $21,495, 250-505-7751. CHEVY BLAZER. 70,000KMS, 2dr, 4◊4, V6, no accidents, Red, a/c, great condiition. 12,500 OBO sk9M000150 natalierandrijancic@hotmail. com 2005 JEEP GRAND Cherokee, excellent cond., 106,000 km asking $16,500. call 250-687-1633 92’ TOYOTA 4X4 Pick-up, Runs Great, Driven Daily, Cruise Control, 31’Tires, Stereo $4000obo 250-352-3952

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arts&entertainment April 28, 2010

Saturday, May 1, 10 a.m. at the Kootenay Gallery, 120 Heritage Way, Castlegar

The Kootenay Gallery of Art is kicking off its annual membership drive with a sale of Robert Held glass from May 1–9, just in time for Mother’s Day Members will receive 25 per cent off on all Robert Held glass during this event, and regularly receive a 10 per cent discount on all gift shop items. Membership appli-

cations will be available at the gallery. Vancouver artist Robert Held’s art glass collections range from classic to contemporary. From vases to bowls to hearts to paperweights and perfume bottles, his colourful designs are inspired by the work of famous artists such as Monet, Klimt and Tiffany. Held’s glasswork has also been chosen for many prestigious awards and collections. While you’re there check out the new exhibit: Young Visions 2010, featur-

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Celebrating seven years at Finley’s

Membership glass sale at Kootenay Gallery Annual Membership Drive

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ing paintings and sculptures created by grade 8-12 students and teachers of School District 20. Young Visions is an important part of the Kootenay Gallery’s community outreach program, where students get a change to experience the inner workings of the studio. For more information about Kootenay Gallery, upcoming exhibits, how to become a member, or the Mother’s Day Robert Held glass sale, call 250-3653337 or visit www.kootenaygallery.com.

Finley’s 7th Anniversary Celebration Saturday, May 1, 4 p.m. at Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill, 705 Vernon St.

weeks of renovations and the bar completely being closed down they decided the building needed a new name to go along with its new facelift. From there Finley’s has been so pleased to feed and entertain Nelson and its tourists for the past seven years. On Saturday, May 1 all the Finley’s staff would like to invite Nelson to help them celebrate this milestone event.

Dallas Wallbaum will be entertaining the crowd from 4 to 8 p.m. There will be complementary burgers and cupcakes, a spinning wheel for prizes and great entertainment to follow with Finley’s well-known all request DJ Kevin. Come celebrate, eat, drink and be a little Irish! - submitted

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