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CBT helps fund aboriginal gathering places Aboriginal students at Selkirk College and College of the Rockies will find support and a place to gather once construction is complete on the colleges’ newly announced Aboriginal Gathering Places. The two spaces, valued together at nearly $2.5 million, will be built thanks in part to a $400,000 contribution from Columbia Basin Trust (CBT). According to Neil Muth, CBT President and CEO, “the Aboriginal gathering places will enhance culturally relevant support for current and future Aboriginal students, as well as provide an opportunity for others to learn about Aboriginal culture. We’re pleased to help fund these proj-

ects, which will enhance our local institutions and improve the college experience of the Basin’s Aboriginal residents.” According to the 2006 census, 6,695 status First Nations residents live in the Columbia Basin, including 677 on reserves in East Kootenay. Many live distantly from traditional support systems of family and community. The gathering places will also play a role in educating non-Aboriginal students about the history and culture of Canada’s First Nations. “Our Gathering Place will create a more supportive, welcoming and relevant environment for Aboriginal students, and will support Selkirk College’s goal to better attract, retain and grad-

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uate Aboriginal learners,” says Angus Graeme, Selkirk College Interim President. While the projects are different in structure, timing and scope, the two colleges have committed to linking the spaces, as well as one at Okanagan College, to enhance operations and the effectiveness of events and presenters visiting the region. The gathering place at Selkirk should be completed by late spring 2011. The College of the Rockies will complete its space in two to three years, with contributions of timber, sawn lumber, gravel and labour coming from local Ktunaxa organizations. To learn more about CBT programs and initiatives, visit www.cbt.org.

Middle school bakes cookies for Christmas hampers Susan Lakeman, Trafalgar Middle School’s Lunch Program Coordinator, students Christina and Jasmine, and Nelson Food Cupboard Coordinator Marya Skrypiczajko display some of the cookies baked by the school’s students last week. The baking will be included in the Christmas hampers being assembled and distributed by the Nelson Food Cupboard to families and individuals in need.

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“It’s great that the students have baked cookies for the hampers,” says Marya Skrypiczajko. “Now the hampers will include some personal touches like home baking. I’m sure the cookies will be well appreciated.”

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“It has been a real effort by all of the Food students at the school, and we are very, very proud of them,” says Susan Lakeman. “I think it’s instilled a real sense of responsibility in them, and an understanding of what we’re doing this for. We have 100 dozen cookies to donate, baked over the course of the week. The students have done a great job.”

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With the upcoming retirement of Police Chief Dan Maluta, the Nelson Police Board has spent the past few months hunting for a new Chief. Now that search is over and Inspector Wayne Holland of the Vancouver Police Department is set to take on the role of Chief Constable as of January 27, 2011. “What impressed me most about Wayne was the broad scope of his experience,” says Mayor John Dooley. “He’s worked in municipal policing, but also has experience at the provincial level, working with provincial authorities. And he’s a very active volunteer who is dedicated to community service.” Inspector Holland is now in his 29th year of service with the VPD. He has served in a managerial capacity as Executive �� Officer of the Operations �� Division, tasked with the management of such community-oriented pro-

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Seminar with a figure skating legend Nelson’s up-and-coming The �� contest works like skaters are eager to learn this: earlier this year, Skate �� from a world-champion Canada asked member clubs �� figure skater with a wealth to use photos and video to �� of knowledge to share. The demonstrate how �they have Nelson Figure Skating Club showcased the new Skate has entered a nation-wide Canada logo, which launched �� Skate Canada competition in June 2010, and to sub�� and the top prize is a onemit their entries for judgday skate seminar given by ing. The Nelson Club pro�� Canadian skating icon Kurt duced a short film compiling �� Browning. ”We would love skating performances from to see Kurt come to Nelson shows it gave at the Civic �� and work with our skaters, ” Arena’s 75th Anniversary �� says the Club’s Publicity celebration. The film incorChair, Murray Kimber. �� “It porates the six different would be the opportunity logos Skate Canada has used of a lifetime.” Second prize since its inception in 1948. is to have an athlete from Although the major the national team skate at prizes are awarded by jury, the winning club’s year- Nelsonites can help the Club end ice show in February. win the Fan Favourite prize,

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a Sony HD TV and video camera, by voting for the Club’s entry online. Anyone can go to the Skate Canada gallery and vote for the club of their choice. That prize �� will be awarded to the club that receives the most votes, �� so the Nelson Club is asking people to �� vote daily. A video system would be a valuable teaching tool as it would allow the coaches to film and analyze skaters’ performances. The Nelson Figure Skating Club invites everyone to help it become the Fan Favourite. Voting is open now and runs until the end of December. Visit www.nelsonfigureskatingclub.ca to view the film and to find out how to vote.

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Brieﬂy For the Love of Perry Ridge: Digital Fundraising Compilation Available online A New Digital Album is now available for download! All proceeds go to the Perry Ridge Ecological Reserve and the Sinixt Nation. Download your copy now! Artists include: Adham Shaikh featuring MC Holden Space, pureblend, Wassabi Collective, Gisto, The Wolfpack featuring Ridley Bent, Lana, Terradactagon, Soniko, Ozmosis, Soundserious, Angela Safire Jones, New Poetic, Jimmy Lewis. New Bonus tracks being added for extra goodness! Check it out! Album: $10. Single Songs: $2. The album is available at www.fortheloveofperr yridge.bandcamp.com.

Many people do not have family to share the holiday season with. At Our Daily Bread and Kootenay Christian Fellowship, we aim to recreate that family experience. We greatly appreciate the strong support from individuals and business in our community. If you would like to donate to this good will gesture please send a cheque to Our Daily Bread, 812 Stanley Street, Nelson, BC, V1L 1N7 or donate online at http://www.kootenaychristianfellowship. com. If you would like to volunteer on Christmas Eve, please call 352-7700.

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Gooderham, Ally Bogard, Shayla Wright and Karuna Erickson. Participants can stay for one class, all day or anywhere in between. Spontaneous drop-ins on the day are encouraged too. Snacks and lunch will be available for purchase. How does the Yogathon work? First, pick up a Pledge Sheet from Still Eagle (557 Ward St.), Shanti Yoga Studio (466 Josephine), The Studio (182 Baker St.), Jennie’s Book Garden (Winlaw), or Mojo’s (East Shore). Take your pledge sheet around to family and friends, asking them to support your participation in the event by sponsoring you to attend with all monies donated to Tipi

Sunday Jan. 16 from 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m..at North Shore Hall, 675 Whitmore Rd.

You are invited to the second annual Yoga-thon fundraiser for Tipi Camp, Community Christmas a non-profit in our comEve Dinner munity that focuses on Wilderness Immersion Friday, Dec. 24 at 5:00 p.m. at and Self Esteem Programs Our Daily Bread, 812 Stanley (Wise) camps for children Street and teens. At this year’s Open to all! Each guest Yogathon Fundraiser five will receive a wrapped �� teachers from our surChristmas gift, experirounding communities will ence a pleasant and homey be teaching throughout the �� atmosphere, and eat a firstday: Anie Boudreau, Eliza class Christmas dinner.

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Camp. On the day, hand your pledge sheet in with the sponsorship money. We look forward to joining together in a fun and rewarding day and take this opportunity to thank our ever-supportive communities for their kindness and generosity. For more information about Tipi Camp and their programs, visit www.tipicamp. bc.ca. For more information about the fundraiser, look for the “Tipi Camp Yoga-thon fundraiser” event on facebook.

Polar Bear Swim New Year’s Day, Saturday, Jan. 1 at 12:00 noon atKaslo Bay Beach (Jazz Fest Site)

Take a plunge for the Langham! Come join in this year’s Polar Bear Swim, then warm up by the bonfire and enjoy some hot drinks and food. Please bring your own mug. Want to join the fun/swim, grab a pledge sheet at Sunnyside or other participating businesses in Kaslo. For more information call the Langham Cultural Society�� at 250-353-2661.

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lasting tribute to the Kootenays. The text presents an interesting mix of backcountry, nature, history and travel information, engagingly written and beautifully complemented by over 140 full colour photographs. Marcelle Edwards has lived up close to some of the world’s most majestic mountain ranges. These earlier encounters with mountain geology prepared the ground for a swift growth of love and admiration of the West Kootenays, whose beauty has sheltered her and her family since 1997. She has found love of wild places to be contagious, incurable, and immensely supportive of creative Where was greatinspiration. A book grandma born? launch is planned for mid-January, withLibrary details The Nelson to has be announced birth, deathsoon. and

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Download your blusher, print and onlline at Teachers and schools swashbuckler, or the Nelson Library. have asked for time potboiler freemore from the to submit drawings and Nelson Library. writings to the contest. The original deadline (a box of cookies & of Dec, 21 was set with rum balls perhaps?) www.nelsonlibrary.ca www.nelsonlibrary.ca regard to the Sinixt Court Case scheduled for January 10�� in Vancouver. But we don’t want to miss a single Winter+Warmth contribution, so the dead+Good Friends �� Wondering about '58 Chev or line has been extended to & Food platypus love? Jan. 31. Multiple entries 2010 hybrid? areScience welcome.magazines Submissions �� Winter+Warmth Car repair manuals at received before January 10 �� and more online (Maybe an organic would be greatly apprecithe Nelson Library, in +Good Friends through Nelson for your table) ated. Please� the submit entries stollen print ond online. & Food Library. at Otter Books in Nelson �� (398 Baker St.), Sleep is �� for Sissies in Winlaw (5622 �� (Mince Pies or Tarts, Hwy. 6), or the Youth www.nelsonlibrary.ca www.nelsonlibrary.ca � traditional and delicious) �� Centre in Slocan City. ��

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An exciting new coffee table book about the West Kootenays will be released in time for Christmas. West Kootenay WILD! features gorgeous photos taken by many of the best photographers from across the region. The book is a collaborative effort of writer Marcelle Edwards, editor Letty Bartels, designer Catherine McIntosh, and 36 local photographers. Published by Otter Books Inc. in Nelson, West Kootenay Wild! will be available the week before Christmas and will make a great gift. The idea for this book arose from the West Kootenay Scenic Calendar, also produced by Otter Books Inc. With so many beautiful photographs submitted, it seemed obvious next News an magazines in step to create a more

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Songbooks for seniors New currency contest Bedbugs be gone

In what amounts to, Some twenty-five years literally, a license to print ago, a major Canadian money, a group of local Christian denomination economy advocates are ran its “Young Peoples” about to launch a regional night for youth ages 13 to currency which will be in circulation through25. Almost anyone capaout the Columbia Basin ble of rational thought been thinkin’ about early next year. As early as could recognise the dis- George Millar next February, Columbia parity in interests, capapay for copyright costs. Community Dollars will bilities and amount of perAudia applied for more be tradable online and in sonal freedom between the youngest and the funds this year, and was circulation as paper money oldest in that age group. given approval. So the in an initial six commuBut despite the fact committee began seri- nities: Kimberley, Fernie, Rossland, that the term “senior” ous planning. They want Cranbrook, can include youthful songs with appeal for Valemount and Nelson. A design contest will “fifty-somethings” as three groups of seniors: decide what the money will well as everyone above 55 to 70, 70 to 80, and 80look like. The Columbia 65, seniors are often plus. The public domain Community Dollars viewed as a “one size fits offers some usable mateall” age demographic. rial, but copyrighted Group is looking for two About two years ago, material will be neces- designs per community. Mary Audia and a group sary. Audia hopes that the The currency will be called of people with an inter- nature of the publication “Columbia Community est in seniors’ sing-alongs will allow some selections Dollars”—CC$, for short. saw the need to up-date to be approved in a special It will be printed comthe songbooks for seniors circumstances category. that were produced As well as the cost factor, locally some years ago. getting approval to use With Friends of Nelson copyrighted music can Elders as a sponsoring organization,�� Audia take up to three months, applied to the Federal gov- and each item must be submitted independently. �� ernment’s New Horizons It’s an ambitious projfor Seniors program for �� ect. A celebration at the funding. The project, �� though admirable, was Capitol Theatre, featur- �� denied funding. Since the ing the performance of lyrics of many of the songs the songs by local groups �� that younger seniors and individuals, will sigwant are still under copy- nal the project’s comple- �� right, the amount asked tion and introduce the �� for wouldn’t begin to songbook to the public. ��

plete with security features that will make counterfeiting nearly impossible. Artists can submit original artwork, including etchings, drawings, paintings or photos to the contest. Each bill will show a photo, which should be an iconic shot of some distinguishing landmark of the community on one side, and an original work of art depicting the community in a joyful, resilient and sustainable future on the other. A prize will be awarded for best photo and best art image for each community bill. Details about the contest and an application form can be found at http:// communitydollars .c a/. Deadline for entries: Friday, Dec. 31, 2010 by 5 p.m.

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The group that my Mum plays bridge with suggested that Dr. Science should answer this additional question, which pertains to the column on bed bugs published dr. science September 29, 2010: “How Morgan Dehnel do you get rid of bed bugs?”. From the reading I’ve affected, can be additiondone on this topic, the fol- ally treated with rubbing lowing tips are appropriate: alcohol to kill the eggs. Vacuum the matBoric acid can be used in tress, all parts of the bed cracks and crevices in the structure, and any cracks floors, but not on the matin the walls and floor- tress. Avoid contact skin �� boards. Concentrate contact with Boric Acid. on areas that have been Sticky traps can be �� obviously infested. useful to catch wanLaunder the bed�� der ing b e dbug s . ding and any other items Use a sealable mattress that can be laundered. �� Areas of the mat- cover. If necessary, replace tress which appear to be the mattress.

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

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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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Vince Guaraldi Charlie Brown's Christmas

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Feeding the birds Dear Editor, I am a customer who frequents the Pony Espresso in Crescent Valley. Recently, someone broke into the owner’s coffee hut, and stole a commercial blender, an ipod docking station, all of her baking and food, baking supplies, and other things, with a total value of about $1500. The owner cannot afford

to replace many of these things. She is a hard working lady who offers excellent baking and coffee, and always has a smile on her face. Perhaps this letter will make those responsible for this act realize how much they have affected this small business-owner. -- Darryl Engerdahl, Crescent Valley

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Publisher’s Note: Nelson Becker

Call it democracy? Editorial Nelson Becker Gordon Campbell has stepped down, and a provincial election is on its way. Our provincial elections have faced an everdecresing turnout; fewer and fewer of us are actually stepping up to make our voices heard by way of this democratic process. The last election drew just over 50 per cent of potential voters to poling stations. Recently, one of the liberal hopefuls for the Premier’s job suggested that we lower the voting age to 16. This is something that should have been done a long time ago.

Any argument that could possibly be made about why we should not lower the voting age simply does not hold water. You might say that 16 year-olds are not responsible enough to vote; I would counter by questioning whether adults are responsible. You might say 16 yearolds are not knowledgeable enough to vote; maybe we should test the knowledge of adults. It’s the youth that will inherit this world, and they should have a say about which way it is headed. Without the right to vote, it is understandable that young people might not take society seriously or

might feel powerless to make change. If young people were allowed to vote, old folks might be scared into actually showing up to try to even out the mess. Lowering the voting age will not happen overnight. We could start by lowering the voting age to 17 at the next election, and then lowering it again to 16 years the election after that. In this way, it would take eight years to adapt to a more inclusive democracy. If the voter turnout falls below 50 per cent, then we will have more people voting against democracy than for it.

What does this time of year mean to you?

To me, it’s a time to reflect on how much the people we love and who love us mean to us, and a time to celebrate the life we have.

Ayla Raabis, Nelson.

Commentary: A Marriage of Economics and Empowerment” Dear Editor, Since 1999 I have been traveling back and forth between Nelson and Kenya, working as an AIDS educator, youth worker and workshop facilitator. I began by volunteering with AIDS orphans at the local hospital of a rural area; currently, I run a young men’s group and a young women’s group, and in my work I focus on issues such sexual and reproductive health education, gender, empowerment, and violence prevention. During the time I have spent in Kenya, I have seen and experienced many things. My learning over the course of these years has been that education and prevention work without economic development is empty. It looks good on paper, and it gets donor dollars, but it does not help those who are most at risk. The two approaches must marry to help facilitate change, to make an impact against HIV, to reduce illiteracy, and to increase the quality of life for many. This isn’t a revolutionary or radical notion. It’s simple and it’s obvious. However, it isn’t what is done. In many development schemes gender “development” is touted as what is needed to bet-

ter poor women’s lives, and to improve the lives of their children. But for women who are struggling to feed themselves and their children on less than a dollar a day -- while men still make more money than women, or control the family’s money -- how will words of empowerment, action and confidence help them? Empowerment work is critical, but it cannot be done in isolation. The more I work in complex economic, social and cultural conditions, the less I can say I am an expert at anything. But I am incredibly excited about our young women’s project in Kukua Pamoja, simply because we are attempting to bring individual autonomy and economic growth together. The girls’ project is currently run by four young women who live in slums east of Nairobi. It targets the young mothers in the slum, girls between the ages of 14 and 25 years of age, who are incredibly vulnerable to HIV, Sexually Transmitted Infections and abuse. The group has been meeting for over seven months and has held all kinds of workshops on prenatal and post-natal health, sexual health, budgeting, nutrition, issues around sexual and domestic violence. In addition, the girls have been working collectively on different business measures, from selling jew-

elry to starting a small vegetable garden. Our long term goal in the project is to start a nutrition program for the community and target the most at risk groups – the elderly, orphans and the disabled. We would like to offer a feeding program that hires the young mothers to cook meals, deliver them, and do home visits within the community. The program, which will cost $1200 CDN per month to run, will allow the young mothers to have a higher-than-average income, to access food for themselves and their families, and to gain experience in working at a feeding program. It allows the four senior girls to get experience managing and supervising a fairly complex initiative. It allows over 30 of the most vulnerable community members to improve their nutrition and therefore their quality of health, as well as to start building social safety nets for the community. This program is still in the planning stages, but its potential is deeply exciting. To learn more about this initiative, feel free to contact me at jamiemakena@gmail.com. Jamie MacBeth, Nelson

Fish Heads and Flowers Flowers Flowers to the thoughtful young lady in a big truck who drove around several blocks on a snowy morning to pick up a weary traveller lugging luggage up the hill and drove her home the last three blocks! You’re a treasure! - Thankful.

time you get into your vehicle.- RIP my kitty

Fish Heads Fish heads to the inconsiderate pigs that park at the mall and fling their doors open into the side of my new Silverado truck. If I would have witnessed this, you would be going for an early polar bear swim in Kootenay Lake, guaranteed! - Angry

Fish Heads to the lady in front of me at a local store check out. There was no reason for you to be so rude to the lady at the counter she was doing a good job! Then you had the nerve to question customer service? You are a customer most could do without. Keep your bad day to yourself! - Offended by rudeness

Fish Heads to landlords who evict tenants for a place temporary place to live. You think it easy to find a place to live here... try finding one yourself instead of making your tenants homeless. - Hating to be homeless Flowers To all the wonderful guys and gals who work the counter at Oso Negro. Your friendly service makes my day - every day! - Grateful cooffee fiend Fish Heads To the person who ran over my cat and left her to die.. I loved my cat and now she is gone because you decided to speed and not watch for her. Be more careful because families and pets live there. Remember that next

Flowers for our beautiful dance team who came in first and third at a Kelowna competition. Way to go girls - you all did fantastic. - Misty eyed parent

Flowers To the unique and especially special valley-dwelling being(s) who open their special cabin to those sharing their interests of enjoying children. Thank you for making yourself so accessible to those with the same passions. May true love and vibrance find your inner child through experiencing the true youth of others. - Young at heart Fish Heads to the store that sells bad products and doesn’t seem to care. The almighty dollar is what you are out for, not the happiness of your customers, whom you treat with no respect. - Very sad shopper

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I like Christmas because I get to open presents.

Phoebe Fawcett, Nelson

It’s a time to reflect on the essence of life, without any veils.

Mike Hesla, Nelson

Mainly it’s about looking inward and connecting with the light that’s inside, and connecting with the light in others and finding the growth in looking inward.

Heather Policelli, Nelson

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Up close and personal with Canada’s indie darling Sarah Harmer Saturday, Jan. 16 at 8 p.m. at The Royal. 330 Baker St.

Kootenay Co-op Radio and The Royal are proud to present Sarah Harmer. Having sold out her show on January 17, Harmer is now set to take the stage at the Royal on January 16 as well. Sarah is widely considered Canada’s Indie darling. She has reached international acclaim with her album You Were Here in 2000, and followed it up with the critically acclaimed I’m A Mountain in 2005. Her newest work, Oh Little Fire, is her first album in 5 years, and features some of her finest work to date with Harmer sounding reinvigorated and positively charged. This will be a great opportunity to see some of Canada’s finest talent up close and in the intimacy of the all new Royal. Tickets are going fast and are available now for $30 @liveattheroyal.com, Kootenay Co-Op Radio, Royal Espresso, and Eddy Music. For more information, contact liveattheroyal.com. SUBMITTED

Brieﬂy Garaj Mahal New Year’s Celebration Thursday, Dec. 30, 10 p.m., at Spiritbar, 422 Vernon St. Friday, Dec. 31, 8 p.m. at the Ymir Hall, downtown Ymir

Garaj Mahal features world-renowned bass master and educator Kai Eckhardt, guitar and sitar virtuoso Fareed Haque, gospel-inspired funky jazz keyboardist Eric Levy and consistently inthe-pocket, natural-born drummer Sean Rickman. Thursday, Dec. 30: tickets $20 at Eddy Music or $25 at the door (if available). Doors at 10 p.m. Melissa and Gisto (from Wassabi Collective) are opening for this show. Friday, Dec. 31: tickets $50 in advance at the Ymir Store or $60 at the door (if available). Doors and alcohol served at 8 p.m. Wholesome Jones (featuring Scott from Wassabi Collective and PANDA, Glen from The Tuques and Kris LeDrew from the Samba Band) are opening for this show. Papa Roots

is providing the dj entertainment starting at 8 p.m. A special, limited-edition, two-night laminated pass is available at Eddy Music for $60. For more information, visit www.mountainthunderpresents.com.

Boxing Day Bash with Billy Bangers and DJ Breaker Sunday, Dec. 26 at 9 p.m. at Spirit Bar, 422 Vernon Street

Christmas comes every year filled with traditions that we have all come to know and love... turkey and gravy, rum and eggnog, cookies and milk and Bangers and Breaker...to name a few. The annual Boxing Day Bash featuring Nelson’s infamous Billy Bangers and DJ Breaker has strongly solidified itself as Spiritbar’s party of all parties year after year. Doors open an hour early, first come first serve. This year we are featuring an encore presentation of the Brothers Brand, aka Bobcat

vs. Lynx, holding it down in the Benwell Lounge. Happy Boxing Day to all, and to all a good night...

Dope Cat Collective, with Ryan Wells and Cedar Sunday, Dec. 26 at 9 p.m. at The Royal, 330 Baker St.

It’s Boxing Day at the Royal. Ryan Tapp and the Dope Cat Collective kick the night off with their live dub, ska/funk fusion. Following their set, DJ Ryan Wells and Cedar keep Boxing Day rockin’ in holiday fashion with a massive selection of beats to shake off those Christmas feasts. Tickets are available online at liveattheroyal. com or at the door for only $10. For more information, visit liveattheroyal.com.

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Magic Bus: Just. West. Tuesday, Dec. 28, 9 p.m. at The Royal, 330 Baker St.

Tuesday night is Magic Bus night at The Royal, and on Tuesday, December 28 The Royal is proud to

announce an epic four and a half hour 2010 roundup DJ set with Joel West. From deep underground to commercial bangers, funky to techy to balkan to electro, come out and join Joel for a full evening of house music that starts out chill yet simmering and just keeps building. Joel West is a resident at The Royal with his monthly House ‘n Home. Joel played at Fozzyfest in Alberta and at our own Shambalah last summer, and is heading to the Caribbean for multiple dates in February. Come see him before he goes! No cover. For more information, contact djjoelwest@gmail.com.

machine made up of various Canadian music legends including Gemma Luna (of Adham Shaikh Collective and Green Season), Rahj and Jimmy (of Wassabi Collective), Scot Milne (founder of Wassabi), Marty Carter, Andy Parks (of Groove Candy), Tom Organ (of Toolshed), Lee Campesse and Stu Griffett. Fusing live funk, hip hop and dance beats, this band has a reputation of packing the dance floor wherever they go. This is one party to end all parties so let’s celebrate with the folks down under. Tickets at the door, 10$. For more information visit www.liveattheroyal.com.

New Zealand New Year’s Party

Erica Dee and Shawn Joel West and Braden �� Ward (FM Attack) Early go back-to-back to

Thursday, Dec. 30, 9 p.m. at The Royal, 330 Baker St.

Come on down to celebrate a New Zealand new year with the mighty party, all night, dance adventure band. P.A.N.D.A is a nine piece musical groove

Nelson’s familiar faces. She will be performing in the back room alongside DJ Breakfluid. Shawn Ward will be in the main room spinning his own deep, funky house productions. Shawn has kept busy DJing and touring the globe. A multi-talented musician inspired by 80s synth pop, disco, new wave music and a love for analog synths, Shawn created his alias FM Attack and released the debut album “Dreamatic” in 2009 on Tonite Records. $10 at the door.

House ‘n Home with Joel West and Braden Early Thursday, Dec. 23 at 10 p.m. The Royal, 330 Baker St.

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Nelson’s favorite disco �� party band is reuniting for � � �� their tenth anniversary party on New Year’s Eve at Spiritbar. A decade ago �� everyone would get dressed �� up in all their favorite �� 70s clothes and dance the �� night away. Tickets are on sale now, so be sure to get yours soon�� as this is a guaranteed sell-out. DJ �� Rippel will be spinning inbetween sets and it all goes �� until 3 a.m. Champagne �� at midnight and party favours galore. For more information visit www. myspace.com/humehotel.

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Kootenay Co-Op Radio and the Royal are pleased to announce a New Year’s Eve Masquerade with Tequila Mockingbird Orchestra and MythMaker! DJ Rafferty Funksmith will also be on stage tying the night together with his seamless blend of funk and soul. Tequila Mockingbird Orchestra’s high energy gypsy-ska-roots-grass packed the Royal during their last show in Nelson. Recognized as one of Western Canada’s most exciting young folk bands, their name is on the tongue of music lovers from coast to coast. MythMaker is a performance art group that utilizes their multi-disciplinary artist collective to perform their ancient tribal mythologies. This will be an audience interactive performance, backed by a live band. Costumes are highly encouraged! Tickets are on sale now for $25 at www.liveattheroyal.com or at the venue.

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music your stocking can fit: funky, disco house, tech house, electro, deep, progressive, tribal, vocal, jazzinfused, etc etc. We encourage Santa hats and creative use of garlands/tinsel. And hey: we play great music �� BEFORE midnight as well, �� so come early, ladies get in free until 11:30 p.m. �� Cover is an easy $5 at the door. HOHOHOUSE! For �� more information, contact �� djjoelwest@gmail.com.

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Join us for a New Year’s Eve Masquerade Dance featuring the music of JAAP Connection, a six person jam orchestra and alternative rockstyle band with folk and free-style jazz influences, plus local favourite klezmer band Heavy Shtetl. Dance the night away. $10/$15 sliding scale. The Vallican Whole has been a favourite venue in the community for nearly 40 years and has evolved �� into one of the most beautiful special event and �� community venues in the Kootenays – complete �� with a new eco-sculpture park in the forest. For �� more information visit �� www.vallicanwhole.com.

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body & soul directory ACUPUNCTURE

Kate Butt, Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine .........................551-5283 Shauna Robertson Acupuncture & Herbs ...........................352-2167

HAIR CARE

Vadim Kristopher Hair Salon 560 Herridge Ln..............................352-6700 Renaissance Hair Co. Find us on facebook..........................250-352-1955 HOLISTIC HEALTH

RELEXOLOGY

Rhythmic Reflexology www.rhythmicreflexology.com ............825-3460 REGISTERED MASSAGE

Anna Colin, Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner ................................352-1853

D Voykin RMT, 30 Yrs. Hannah Somatics for frozen shoulder ..............................................................505-5549 Valerie Nunes RMT @ Acupuncture Natural Health Clinic, HOMEOPATHY new clients welcome ...........................................................505-3946 �� Margo MacLaren DHom ......................................................354-7072 Caroline Vrba RMT Shalimar ...............................................354-4408 �� HYPNOTHERAPY mobile .................................................................................509-3400 Irene Mock, Reg. www.kootenayhypnotherapy.com .............352-7035

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Carmen Carter, M.Ed., R.C.C., P.T.I. Children/Youth & Families ..................................................354-4485 AYURVEDIC MEDICINE

Aga Dezwart, Rolf Practitioner gravitytherapy.com ......................352-6611

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Hydrotherpy, Detoxification, Nutrition. U. Devine .......................352-6419 COUNSELLING & COACHING

Dienna Raye, MA, counsellor & life coach............................352-1220 Sally Shamai, MEd, RCC, individuals & couples.........1-877-688-5565 Shayla Wright certified life coach/mentor ............................352-7908

Brenda Wiseman counselling, coaching, living, raw food, laughter, yoga workshops. Private sessions ...............................................505-7555

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A Touch of Aloha, lomi, cranio, structural, sports ................229-4424 Colleen O’Sullivan, Lymphatic Drainage, Hot Stone Therapy, Reflexology, Deep T. 210-601 Front St. ..................................................352-7710 PILATES..

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

OM Yoga, 3067 Heddle Rd. 6-Mile, omyogasixmile.com .....825-0011 Yoga Therapy, specializing in chronic pain. Heritage Health Centre 823 Baker St. Eliza Gooderham .........................................354-3885 Katie Sawyer Ashtanga Vinyasa The Yoga Loft ................... 551.4522

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somatikatz@gmail.com FELDENKRAIS CLASSES 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Improve comfort, relieve stress & pain @ Kutenais Finest, 182 Baker Judy Katz 3523319, somatikatz@gmail.com QI-GONG & CHEN TAI CHI 7 - 8 p.m. Central School Gym. Info 250-505-4562 Chris Gibson

SHANTI YOGA STUDIO SHANTIYOGA.CA 10-11:30 Rebalancing Yoga, Joy 12-1:30 Anusara Yoga, Elissa 5:30-7 Restorative Yoga, Donna 7:30-9 Invigorating Yoga, Paige

BELLYDANCE CLASSES 6:45 or 8 pm at the Moving Centre, 533 Baker St. 509-0633

THE YOGA LOFT 625 FRONT ST. 5:30-7:30pm Mysore w/ Katie Sawyer 551.4522 MIXED MARTIAL ARTS FITNESS GROUP 6-7 Lakeside 825.0030 info@aries.com YANG TAI CHI (ADVANCED) 7-8:30 a.m. with Master Pauline Bao 250-505-8057 www.nelsontaichi.com RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS Beginner 3-4 pm, 4-5:30 pm Intermediate, @ S.Nelson School 505-1812 TAO YOGA 8:30 - 10am, gentle yet energizing! Marisa 352.0886 www.thewellnessqi. com LATIN MERENGUE CLASSES sexy dance based on hip movements. jen.mendizabal@gmail.com 509-0633

FELDENKRAIS CLASSES 11:30-12:30 Gentle & powerful. Learn to move with ease. 206 Victoria susangrimble@telus.net 352-3449 First class free.

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FOLK FUSION SKIRT DANCE 3 - 4 p.m. Ages 7-11 All Levels. 6-7 p.m. Adult, Studio Alive, 352-0047

KUTENAIS FINEST PERSONAL TRAINING 8 a.m. Core Fusion with Ali Popoff 182 Baker St. 250-352-9196

THEYOGALOFT.ORG 625 FRONT ST. 4:30-6 mysore

HEART YOGA WITH KARUNA 5:30-7pm all levels at The Studio, 182 Baker Karuna Erickson 229-4793 www.yogakaruna.com RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS Beg (5-7 yr)3-4:00, Performance Group 4-5:30 @ S.Nelson School 505-1812 FELDENKRAIS CLASSES WORK! 2:30-3:30 Relieve back and joint pain, sciatica, frozen shoulder, injuries, etc. 206 Victoria susangrimble@telus.net 352-3449 First class free.

SHANTI YOGA STUDIO SHANTIYOGA.CA 8:00-9:30 a.m. Flow Yoga, Linsey 10-11:30 a.m. Gentle Yoga, Shayla 12-1:30 p.m. Invigorating Yoga! Paige 2:00-3:30 Rebalancing Yoga, Joy THE YOGA LOFT 625 FRONT ST. 9-10:45am Mysore w/ Katie Sawyer 551.4522

Sundays SHANTI YOGA STUDIO SHANTIYOGA.CA 8:00-9:30 a.m. Flow Yoga, Linsey 10-11:30 a.m. Prenatal Yoga, Donna 12-1:30 p.m. Anusara Yoga, Elissa 4:30-6:00 p.m. Apres ski yoga THE YOGA LOFT 625 FRONT ST. 9:00-10:45 a.m Mysore w/ Katie Sawyer 551.4522

BLOOM PRENATAL YOGA 5:30- 7pm. All Levels @ Kutenai’s Finest, 182 Baker St. 505.6789 breajohnson@gmail.com SWORD TAI CHI (YANG 32 FORM) 4-5:30 p.m. with Master Pauline Bao 250-505-8057 www.nelsontaichi.com SHOTOKAN KARATE 5 - 7p.m. St. Joseph’s School gym 523 Mill Street. 250-229-4420 YOGA THERAPY WITH ANIE BOUDREAU 10:30am Morning Yoga 1:00pm Hatha Yoga #9-205 Victoria Street, 505-9807

Tuesdays SHANTI YOGA STUDIO SHANTIYOGA.CA 8:00-9:30 a.m. Core Yoga, Linsey 10-11:30 Gentle Yoga 12-1:00 Lunch hour Yoga, Linsey 5:30-7 p.m. Skiers & Boarders! Elissa 7:30-9 p.m. Yoga Basics, Joy 8 classes/$80 (pre-register) APPLIED COMBAT MARTIAL ARTS 6:30 - 8 p.m. Adult Class, 525 Josephine St. Info call 352-0459.

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KUNDALINI YOGA WITH CATHRINE LEIGHLAND 5-6:30 at Selkirk Rosemont Campus, rm. 16 KOOTENAY AIKIDO 5:30-6:45 p.m. Intro Aikido 213C Baker St 250-226-6711

YOGA WITH DREA 10 a.m. Join Drea for Vinyasa flow Yoga 182 Baker St (Kootenai Finest) Cost: $10 Pass/$12 drop in. All Welcome!

OM YOGA STUDIO 9:30- 11 a.m. Quantum Yoga, Alison 6 Mile, 3067 Heddle Rd, 250-8250011 www.omyogasixmile.com.

KUNDALINI YOGA WITH CATHERINE LEIGHLAND 11:30-1 Shambhala Meditation Centre, CORE YOGA WITH DON �� 444 Baker. upstairs�� 352-6132. 9:30-11am core yoga all levels BLOOM PRENATAL YOGA 6-7:30pm all levels QI-GONG & CHEN TAI CHI SHANTI YOGA STUDIO SHANTIYOGA.CA 5:30- 7pm. All Levels @ Kutenai’s 209-507 Baker, upstairs ManiStone 7 - 8 p.m. at the Central School Gym. 8:00-9:30 a.m. Jivamukti Yoga, Sharon Finest, 182 Baker St. 505.6789 Centre, 352-0794 coreyogi@gmail.com Info 505-4562 Chris Gibson. 12-1:30 Hatha Flow, Trisha breajohnson@gmail.com 5:30-7 Anusara Yoga, Elissa VINI YOGA CLASSES WITH LAURIE MADISON SARVA SHAKTI SADHANA CIRCLE SWORD TAI CHI (YANG 32 FORM) 7:30-9 Yin Yoga, Linsey 10:30-12 at The Studio 182 Baker St. 7-8 p.m. ancient siddhar yoga practice 4-5:30 p.m. with Master Pauline Bao 354-0269 #209-ManiStone Centre, 505-7832 250-505-8057 www.nelsontaichi.com THE YOGA LOFT 625 FRONT ST. YOGA THERAPY WITH ANIE BOUDREAU KUTENAIS FINEST PERSONAL TRAINING 6-7:30pm Guided Ashtanga (all levels) SHAO LIN KUNG FU (ADULT-BEGINNER) 8:30am Morning Yoga 8 a.m. Boot Camp with Ali Popoff w/Katie Sawyer 7-8:00 p.m. with Master Pauline Bao #9-205 Victoria Street, 505-9807 182 Baker St 250-352-9196 250-505-8057 www.nelsontaichi.com HATHA YOGA - IYENGAR STYLE KOOTENAY AKIDO 5:30pm-7pm, The Moving Centre, SHOTOKAN KARATE 6 - 7:30 p.m. Intro Akido 213C Baker 533 Baker St. Ellissa, 352-9279 5 - 7p.m. St. Joseph’s School gym St 250-352-3935. 523 Mill Street. 250-229-4420 SHANTI YOGA STUDIO SHANTIYOGA.CA POWER VINYASA YOGA HEART YOGA WITH KARUNA 8-9:30 a.m. Power Yoga, Trisha 6:30-8 pm With Katya Hayes @ The WALKING CLUB NELSON 5:30-7pm all levels 12-1:30 Hatha Flow Studio 182 Baker. 229-4979 9:30 am under Orgnge Bridge The Studio, 182 Baker St. 5:30-7 Anusara Yoga, Elissa E mail libaz@shaw.ca KOOTENAY AIKIDO Karuna Erickson 250-229-4793 7:30-9 Yoga Nidra, Linsey 5:30-6:45 p.m. Intro Akido www.yogakaruna.com YOGA THERAPY WITH ANIE BOUDREAU THE YOGA LOFT 625 FRONT ST. 213C Baker St 250-226-6711 10:30am Morning Yoga THEYOGALOFT.ORG 625 FRONT ST. 4:30-6:30pm Mysore w/ Katie 1:00pm Hatha Yoga CONTACT IMPROVISATION DANCE JAM 11am-12:30 mellow flow- jenna Sawyer 551.4522 #9-205 Victoria Street, 505-9807 7:30 - 9 p.m. all levels and live musi5:30-7 all levels ashtanga yoga - jenna POWER VINYASA YOGA cians welcome. The Moving Centre, MIXED CONTACT MARTIAL ARTS 9-10:30am With Katya Hayes @ The 533A Baker St. Info 352-3319 Judy. 6-7:30 p.m Aries Resort, 825.0030, Studio 182 Baker St. Call 229-4979 KYOKUSHIN KARATE info@aries.com SHANTI YOGA STUDIO SHANTIYOGA.CA NELSON BREAST FEEDING CLINIC 2:30 3:45 Kids; 6 7 p.m. Adults 8:00-9:30 a.m. Core Yoga, Linsey BELLYDANCE CLASSES 9:30 - 11:30 a.. Free drop-in Nelson Blewette Elementary School, Keith 10:00-11:30 a.m Gentle Yoga 6:45 or 8 pm at the Moving Centre, Health Unit, 2nd floor Kutenai Building, Clughart, 551-3345. 12-1:00 Lunch hour Yoga, Linsey 533 Baker St. 509-0633 333 Victoria Street, 250-505-7200. 3:30-5:00 Jivamukti Yoga, Sharon KUTENAIS FINEST PERSONAL TRAINING RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS KOOTENAY AIKIDO 5:30-7 p.m. Skiers & Boarders! Elissa 8 a.m. Core Fusion with Ali Popoff Beginner (8 & up) 3-4:00, Performance 4 - 5 p.m. Akido Fun, ages 4-6 7:30-9 p.m. Yoga Basics, Joy, 182 Baker St. 250-352-9196 Group 4-5:30 @ S. Nelson School 505-1812 5 -6 p.m. Kids Class, ages 7-12 8 classes/ $80 (pre-register) FELDENKRAIS CLASSES 6:30 - 8 p.m. Adult Class 213C Baker YOGA THERAPY WITH ANIE BOUDREAU �� THEYOGALOFT.ORG 625 FRONT ST. 1 2 p.m. Improve comfort, relieve St 250-226-6711 8:30am Morning Yoga 5:30-7 all levels ashtanga yoga - Jenna stress & pain @ Kutenais Finest, #9-205 Victoria Street, 505-9807 KUTENAIS FINEST PERSONAL TRAINING 182 Baker St. Judy Katz 352-3319, APPLIED COMBAT MARTIAL ARTS 8 a.m. Boot Camp with Ali Popoff somatikatz@gmail.com. FELDENKRAIS CLASSES 6:30 - 8 pm. Adult class 182 Baker St 250-352-9196 7 p.m. @ Selkirk Rosemont Campus 525 Josephine Street, call 352-0459 MIXED MARTIAL ARTS FITNESS GROUP (Oct 19-Nov 23) Judy Katz 352-3319, MIXED MARTIAL ARTS FITNESS GROUP 6-7 p.m. Lakeside Park 825.0030 info@aries.com OM YOGA STUDIO local & independent newspaper somatikatz@gmail.com 6-7 Lakeside 825.0030 info@aries.com since 1988 9:30 - 11 a.m. Quantum Yoga, Alison VINI YOGA CLASSES WITH LAURIE MADISON CORE YOGA WITH DON CHILDREN’S SWORD KUNG FU (BEGINNER) 6 Mile, 3067 Heddle Rd, 250-82510:30-12 at The Studio 182 Baker St. 9:30-11am core yoga all levels with Master Pauline Bao 4-5 p.m. 0011 www.omyogasixmile.com 354-0269 4-5:30pm integral finess all levels 250-505-8057 www.nelsontaichi.com KYOKUSHIN KARATE BELLYFIT HOLISTIC FITNESS 209-507 Baker, upstairs ManiStone YANG TAI CHI (ADVANCED) 2:30 3:45 Kids, 6 7 p.m. Adults 9-10 a.m. at the Moving Centre. Centre, 352-0794 coreyogi@gmail.com �� 7-8:30 a.m. with Master Pauline Bao Blewette Elementary School, Keith Call Heather, 354-0492 BELLYFIT HOLISTIC FITNESS 250-505-8057 www.nelsontaichi.com Clughart, 551-3345 YANG TAI CHI (ADVANCED) 7:15-8:15 p.m. at Kutenai’s Finest, MIXED CONTACT MARTIAL ARTS 7-8:30 a.m. with Master Pauline Bao 182 Baker St.. Call Heather, 354-0492 TAO YOGA 6-7:30 p.m Aries Resort, 825.0030, 250-505-8057 www.nelsontaichi.com SO YOU THINK YOU CAN’T DANCE? 8:30 - 10, gentle yet energizing! info@aries.com RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS 5-6:30 at the Moving Centre, 533 Marisa 352.0886 www.thewellnessqi.com FELDENKRAIS CLASSES Beg (5-7 yrs) 2:15-3:15 pm, Beg (8+) Baker St. Session starts Nov 2. Lisa 1 - 2 p.m. Improve comfort, relieve 3:15-4:15 @ Red Fish School 505-1812 354-0484 stress & pain @ OM Studio, 6 Mile, 3067 Heddle Rd Judy Katz 352-3319,

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Phyllo pastry has to be the best kept secret in catering. There is no better way to elevate your holiday fare than buttery, crispy phyllo. Can you believe that in some places they still make this stuff by hand? Turks used to make the dough by handstretching it. Now you can find it in the grocer’s freezer. You can fill them with just about anything. Here are three of my favourites.

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1) Goat cheese-raspberry phyllo You will need: 1 stick of butter 1 package frozen phyllo 1 small goat cheese log 1 pack raspberries 1 sprig of parsley 1/4 cup olive oil

Cook together in a saucepan. Cut three-inch squares of phyllo. Put the filling in the center and pinch the top together making little purses.

Leave phyllo out until it has thawed. Take a pizza roller and cut the dough in one-third strips. Brush with melted butter and oil. Don’t butter the bottom because it will stick. Place a dollop of goat cheese on the corner, with three rasberries on top. Now fold the pastry over to make a triangle, and continue folding. When you get to the last layer, take a parsley leaf, fan it out so that the final pastry layer covers it. Brush with butter. Bake at 375 degrees until brown. Now we’re getting festive!

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3) Now it’s time for dessert: apple maple cups. Cut phyllo into squares. Press two buttered squares into the bottom of a muffin tin. Bake at 375 degrees. Don’t leave them alone; they burn fast. Now cut, core and peel four tart apples. Cook them on the stove with a 1/4 cup maple syrup, cinnamon and nutmeg. Fill the phyllo cups with apple mixture and serve. Now you’ll look like you hired a caterer for your party -- without the steep catering bill in January!

Fun food fact: Cooking is the only art that uses all 5 senses. To get in touch with eriN, email mailto:freshmouth@hotmail.ca.

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Scopes by Stenya For the week of Dec 22 Aries Mar 21 - Apr 19 The darkest time of the year allows you to journey inwards into the darkest places of yourself. Surround yourself with like-minded souls and environments that you feel most comfortable in so you can maximize this opportunity. You can discover balance and ease.

Taurus Apr 20 - May 20 Serious considerations about your life can occupy your time. You have the chance to redirect your life in any direction you want. Take this time, as your goals and dreams will be clear and fresh in your mind.

Gemini May 21 - July 28 Past relationships and events in the family can resurface. Buried hurt and regret can spontaneously pop up in your life. You might have to face some harsh family history or finally forgive.

Cancer July 28 - Jul 22 Love and laughter can fill your life this week. You may have to be the mediator of events to make sure things do not get out of hand. Use your wise judgment and compassion to command leadership over situations in which you feel you should have influence. Your word can be respected.

Leo Jul 23 - Aug 22 Intimate bonds strengthen. You may find that you have found the love of your life. The strength of your rela-

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tionship lies in the fact that you are two strong, individual people who choose to love. Time apart can help you realize this, as difficult as that may be.

key to communication this week. Half truths can only complicate the situation more for yourself. If you are concerned how other people view you, you are missing out on a major growing opportunity. Live your own truth fully now.

Virgo Aug 23 - Sept 22

Forgiveness of others can lead to new realizations and relationships. You may have an easy time forgiving yourself in certain situations, while placing blame on others. This can only drain your own energy and lead to missed opportunities. It’s time to identify and release your burdens.

Capricorn Dec 22 - Jan 19 Miscommunication can happen easily now. Be aware of what you are requesting from others and make sure they understand your requests or you may be disappointed. You have the opportunity to make the situation better for yourself, so take control.

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Being clear in your objectives can enhance any experience for you and others. If you are making plans with others make sure that everyone is on the same page. It can be extremely important that you carefully use your words and avoid making assumptions about others.

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Crossroads in the dark. You will have to use all your senses to guide you in the right direction. Feel the flow of energy and your connection to this energy. It can help point you in the right direction. Your elemental nature can find its soul satisfaction.

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Aquarius Jan 20 - Feb 18 Give and receive graciously this week. Especially express gratitude. Placing demands and expectations on others can only lead to disappointment. Be grateful for what you have and receive. Respect your elders and those who are wise. You eyes can be opened to new realizations.

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Christmas Eve Karaoke 8p.m. at Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill Jude Davison at Max & Irmas. Sings classic songs and acoustic originals. 6 - 9p.m.

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House and Home featuring Joel West and Braden Early. Live at the Royal Rob Johnson and Friends at the Hume Library Lounge

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Nikko at the Hume Library Lounge

Sun. Dec. 26 Ryan Tapp and The Dope Cat Collective followed by DJ Ryan Wells and Cedar at The Royal

Dallas Wolbaum at Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill 5 - 9p.m.

Mon. Dec. 27 Sarah McGlynn and Rich Rabnett at the Hume Library Lounge

Tues. Dec. 28 Cliff Maddix with Friends at the Hume Library Lounge Blues Jam at Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill, 9p.m. Magic Bus featuring Joel West. Live at the Royal. No cover!

Wed. Dec. 29 Open mic with Estevan at the Royal. Listen to great music or take the stage

special events Fri. Dec. 24 Traditional Candlelight Carol Service. Nelson Seventh-day Adventist Church, 1502 Granite Road, 6:30p.m. Christmas Eve. All are welcome. For further information: 250-352-6102 or email: www.nelsonadventistchurch.org

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Christmas Eve Services at St. Saviour’s Pro-Cathedral. 4p.m. Family Service and Pageant, 10:30p.m. Traditional Eucharist. Music starts 10p.m.

Fri. Dec. 31 Legion New Year’s Eve Party $15 pp, potluck, tremendous band, friendly atmosphere. Members and Guests. 352-7727

Vallican Whole Masquerade �� Dance with Heavy Shtetl and alt rock Sat. Dec. 25 JAAP Connection. $10/$15 8p.m. Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill Christmas �� www.VallicanWhole.com Dinner and Cheer! Open Noon, Dinner 5p.m. �� Wed. Jan. 5 Sun. Dec. 26 Wine Tasting Social at The Royal. Enjoy Finley’s Boxing Day Bash! 4p.m. 6 BC wines paired with fabulous food and �� Canucks, 6p.m.; Dallas Wolbaum 5 great company! 6 - 8p.m. $35. Reservations - 9p.m.; All request DJ 9p.m. required. Call Valencia at 250-352-0960 �� Need a resume for your job search? Mon. Dec. 27 �� Attend this free workshop for ideas and Kootenay Swim Club Winter assistance. Information/Registration Camp!! Dec 27th - 31st. Work �� 250-352-2139 info@kcds.ca

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Nelson Table Tennis Club. 5:30 - 7:30p.m. at Blewett Elementary School when school is in session. 352-9547 or 352-5739

Nelson Women’s Centre. Noon 4p.m. for recycled bag sewing project. 250-352-9916 Nelson Badminton Club meets at Mary Hall Gymnasium, 7 - 9p.m. Everyone welcome. Anne 250-3527536, Guy 250-352-6330

Nelson Knitting Co-op: A new knitting group. Everyone welcome. $2. Meet at Anglican Church 12 - 3p.m.

Nelson Women’s Centre Drop-in Noon - 4p.m. Free clothing and food. 420 Mill St. 250-352-9916

Nelson Bellydance Classes. Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:45p.m. or 8p.m. 533 Moving Centre, Baker St. 250-509-0633

Legion Darts in beverage room,

NYE Masquerade at The Royal with Tequila Mockingbird Orchestra, MythMaker, Rafferty Funksmith and more. Full costumes encouraged!

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Parent and Child Time at the Harrop Hall. 10 - 12p.m. Info: Lesley 825-0140

Nelson TOPS meeting (Take off Pounds Sensibly). Upstairs, North Shore Fire Hall on Greenwood Rd. at Six Mile, 10a.m.

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with Master Pauline Bao. 7 - 8p.m. 250505-8057 www.nelsontaichi.com

Start your New Year’s Party early with P.A.N.D.A. Live at the Royal!

Alcoholics Anonymous. Noon meeting at The Cellar. 717A Vernon St.

Do you have questions about what Catholics believe? Inquiry Sessions at Cathedral of Mary Immaculate. 250352-7131 Need Inexpensive Birth control? Options for sexual health drop-in clinic. 333 Victoria St. 5:30 - 8p.m. The Nelson Scrabble Club meets at 1p.m. Info: 352-6936 Does Someone’s Drinking trouble you? Al-Anon meeting. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. Noon. Glacier Harmonies: Women’s Barbershop Chorus. All welcome at 7p.m. to the Baptist Church, 611 - 5th St. Dorothy 352-7199 or Joey 352-3393 Public Meditation: All welcome. Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre, 444 Baker St. 12 - 1p.m. www.nelsonbuddha.com Sahaj Marg group meditation. Please phone: Eleanor 352-3366 or Sarah 354-9496 Overeaters Anonymous. Noon 1p.m. Community First Health Co-op, 518 Lake St. Education room. 250352-7717, 250-359-4561 Shotokan Karate St. Joseph’s School gym, 523 Mill St. 5 - 7p.m. 250-229-4420

Hip hop, break, or bring your own style! 7 - 8p.m. Everyone welcome! Bluegrass Acoustic Music Jam, Bigby Place, 509 Front St. 6:30 - 9:30p.m. Every 2nd Thurs. Info: 250-352-2704 Badminton at Redfish School. 6:30 - 9:30p.m. $3 drop-in, $10 one night/week, $20 two nights/week for fall session. Call 229-4343

Senior’s Winter Walking Program. 10:30 - 11:30a.m. Selkirk College Mary Hall Gymnasium, 10th St. Campus, Nelson and District Seniors Coordinating Society. Please call 250352-6008 Is Alcohol a Problem in your life? AA Meetings, Lunch Bunch at Noon. Into Action Big Book Study at 8p.m. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. Acupuncture For Addictions. Free drop-in clinic, 9:30a.m. at 333 Victoria St., 2nd Floor. 505-7248 Bible Study Joy at Baptist Church, 6:30p.m. 560 Baker St., Suite #3. Everyone welcome

Karaoke at Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill at 9p.m.

Tues. Jan. 4 Magic Bus - A DJ Smash Up every Tuesday. No cover! Live at the Royal

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Children’s Sword Kung Fu (Beginner) with Master Pauline Bao. 4 - 5p.m. 250-505-8057 www.nelsontaichi.com Overeaters Anonymous 5:15 6p.m. Community First Health Co-op, 518 Lake St. Education room. 250352-7717, 250-359-4561 Gender Outlaws, a support and social group for trans and gender variants. 354-5362

Walk in Peace at Lakeside Park (at the gate), 1st Saturday monthly. 10:30a.m. Be The Change Narcotics Anonymous Step meeting, 10a.m., The Cellar, 717A Vernon St. 1-800-342-7439

Sundays Meditation with Mooji Satsung DVDs at 6 mile. Phone 250-825-4545 for details. You are welcome Unity Centre of the Kootenays. Broader Horizons, back door, 905 Gordon Rd. 11a.m. Everyone welcome

Wilderness Survival, Herbalism and Stone Age Skills classes! Ongoing program. Children, teen, adult classes. 357-2822

Public Meditation. Mid-morning refreshments; come and go as you wish. Shambhala Meditation Centre 444 Baker St. www.nelsonbuddha.com 9a.m. - 12p.m.

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

Worship Services Joy at the Baptist Church. 10a.m., 11a.m., 6:30p.m., 560 Baker St., Suite #3, 825-4095

Does Someone’s Drinking Trouble You? Al-Anon meeting 8p.m. at 601 Front St.

Sunday Morning Worship, Community Church, Passmore Hall, 11a.m.

A Course in Miracles support/ study group meeting at Manistone Wellness Centre, 507 Baker St., #209, 9:30a.m. - Noon. All welcome. 250-352-1746

Sunday Worship, St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Slocan, 2p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous discussion meeting, Noon at The Cellar, 717A Vernon St., 1-800-342-7439

Nelson Alcoholics Anonymous 10a.m. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St.

Saturdays

Balls, Beers, and Queers, monthly bowling at Savoy Lanes. 7p.m., $10 hosted by Kootenay Pride for EVERYONE

Community Art Studio. Drop-in 1 - 4p.m. Families welcome! Kutenai Art Therapy Institute, 601 Front St. 352-2264

Signing Choir (sign language) 3:30p.m. at NDYC, 608 Lake St. www.ndyc.com

Meat Draws at Nelson Legion. 3:45p.m., in beverage room with Karaoke after. 352-7727

Public Meditation. All welcome. Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre, 444 Baker St. www.nelsonbuddha.com 5:15 - 6:15p.m.

Wilderness Survival, Herbalism and Stone Age Skills classes! Ongoing program. Children, teen, adult classes. 357-2822

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Sahaj Marg Group meditation: please phone Eleanor 352-3366 or Sarah 354-9496

Drop-In Grief Support Group. 7 - 9p.m. at Broader Horizons. 905 Gordon Rd., back door

Beginner Tai Chi (Yang 24 Form) with Master Pauline Bao. 7 - 8p.m. 250505-8057 www.nelsontaichi.com

sion meeting. Noon. The Cellar, 717A Vernon St., 1-800-342-7439

�� Adult Badminton at Redfish Indoor Ultimate Frisbee Co-ed School, 6:30 - 9:30p.m. $20. Bring 4:30p.m. at the Soccer Centre Info: �� racquet and indoor footwear. For info sarahcrookshanks@hotmail.com Nelson Chess Club every Saturday call 229-4346, 229-4343, 229-4485 morning, all welcome. Seniors’ Hall, �� Mondays Narcotics Anonymous discus777 Vernon St. The Nelson Scrabble Club meets at 1p.m. For further information, please call 250-352-6936

�� 7:30p.m. Info: 352-7727 or email Fridays rclbr51@telus.net Social Dancing at the Royal. Free! �� Cribbage at the Legion beverage Thursdays Mostly swing, smooth Latin. 6 - 8p.m. room, 12:30p.m. Info: 352-7727 250-352-2900 �� Wine Tasting Social at The Royal. Dance Night at the Youth Centre.

Girl’s Group at the Nelson Youth Centre. Crafting, baking, chilling, hanging. 6:30 - 8p.m.

Enjoy 6 BC wines paired with fabulous food and great company! 1st Wed. of each month. $35. Reservations required. Call Valencia at 250-3520960

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Rob Johnson and Friends at the Hume Library Lounge

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Toastmasters: Improve your public speaking, communication and leadership skills. 2nd and 4th Thursday (each month) www.toastmasters.ca

children. Ages 3-5. A nurturing environment of interaction and development. �� Call Marguerite Wood at 250-359-2926

Thurs. Dec. 30

Party on High Street and Friends, Live at the Royal! Cover only $5

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St. Savior’s Anglican Church of Canada. Family worship and eucharist 10:30a.m.

Nelson United Church service, 10a.m. 602 Silica St. All are welcome Ascention Lutheran Church Service 10:15a.m. 1805 Silverking Rd. All are welcome. 352-2515 Christian Science Service 9a.m. at St. Michael and All Angels. Balfour. All are welcome St. John’s Lutheran Church. Everyone welcome to 4p.m. worship. 21 Silica St. 354-3308

Drumming from the Heart drumcircle. 1st/3rd Monday every month. Northshore Hall. 7p.m. $7. kimmasse@shaw.ca 250-505-2684 La Leche League (breastfeeding information and support). 3rd Monday of each month, 10 - 11:30a.m. 312 Silica St. 250-352-3583

Tuesdays Breast Cancer Support Group. Community First Health Co-op, 518 Lake St. Noon on every 4th Tuesday. Alice 250-352-6223 West Kootenay EcoSociety volunteer night 6p.m. - 8p.m. #206 - 507 Baker St. Call 354-1909

Bellyfit Holistic Fitness for Women. 9 - 10a.m. at the Moving Centre, 533 Baker St. 250-354-0492

Sing For My Child 8:30 - 9:40 Tuesday mornings. Lullabies, children’s songs. Nelson Waldorf School, 354-1492

Kootenay Gospel Choir Auditions 6:30p.m. at the Seniors’ Center with Pauline Lamb. Contact: paulinelambmusic@hotmail.com

Suffer from an Eating Disorder? Need Support? 352-9598 after 6p.m. or mcsuzzie@hotmail.com for more information

Contact Improvisation Dance Jam 7:30 - 9:00p.m. $5 drop-in, all levels welcome. The Moving Centre, 533A Baker St. Contact Judy 250352-3319 Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre. Open House. Meditation instruction and practice, 7p.m; talk and discussion, 8p.m; tea, 9p.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. 7p.m. 354-0944 Diaper Free Baby / Elimination Communication Support Circle, 4th Monday of each month, 10 - 12a.m. at The Family Place. 312 Silica St. Heritage Harmony Barbershop Chorus. Welcoming anyone! Tim 250825-9694 or John 250-352-6892 Shotokan Karate 5 - 7p.m. St. Joseph’s School gym, 523 Mill St. 250-229-4420 Scottish Country Dancing 7 - 9p.m. Central School Gym, 811 Stanley St. Beginners welcome. www. nscd.kics.bc.ca A Course in Miracles study group. Manistone Wellness Centre, 507 Baker St., Suite 209, 6:30 - 9p.m. All welcome. 250-352-1746 Nelson Badminton Club meets at Mary Hall Gymnasium, 7 - 9p.m. Everyone welcome. Anne 250-3527536, Guy 250-352-6330

Acupuncture for Addictions. Free drop-in clinic, 1:30p.m. Located at 333 Victoria St., 2nd Floor. 5057248 Young Fellow Off Booze AA Meeting 8p.m. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. Nelson Women’s Centre drop-in Noon - 4p.m. Free clothing and food. 420 Mill St. 250-352-9916 Nelson Community Band Rehearsals, 7:30 - 9p.m., First Baptist Church, 611 - 5th St., New members welcome. 352-6119 Parkinson’s Support Group monthly meeting to be held at Kiwanis Hall in Nelson. 1:30p.m. Everyone welcome What do Catholics believe? Inquiry Sessions explore faith issues. Contact the Cathedral Parish 250352-7131

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WINE TASTING SOCIAL at The Royal, January 5th. Enjoy 6 BC wines paired with fabulous food and great company! 6 - 8p.m. $35 per person. Reservations required. Call Valencia at 250-352-0960 COME JOIN THE Kootenay Kiltie Pipe Band for an evening of Scottish culture. The traditional Robbie Burns banquet includes haggis, the music of the pipes and drums, and a celebration of the works of the Scottish Bard. Saturday, January 22nd at the Nelson Eagles Hall. Tickets for the evening are $28 ($14 for children under 10 years). Reserve by phoning 250-3526104 or 250-825-4175

CHILDREN BABY CHANGE TABLE: simple design, dark cherry finish, very good condition, has 2 shelves, $45. 250-352-5606 WHITE BUNNY COSTUME for boy or girl. Size 4-5. Excellent condition, warm and fuzzy, perfect for Easter or Halloweeen or just dressing up! 250-352-0960 NEST HELPS PARENTS GET REST. Housekeeping, cooking, childcare, etc. Gift certificates available for Christmas! www.NestParentSupport. com or 250-352-5894 GRACO INFANT REAR facing car seat. Excellent condition. $30. 250352-9980 THOMAS THE TRAIN set with many accessories. Excellent condition. Paid $190. Selling for $125. 250352-6399 18” UNIQUE DOLL Clothes For Sale, Local, Handmade, to fit “Maplea”, “American Girl”, etc. 250-825-9390 BUGABOO BUGGY NORDIC ski sled for sale.(Check www. bugaboobuggy.com/child for info). Great condition, $250. Call 250-352-6310

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HEALTH & FITNESS DR. MICHAEL SMITH (TCM) is now accepting new patients. Offering services in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture, Nutritional and Functional Medicine. 15 years experience. Call 250-352-0459

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Curtis 250female Neapolitan Mastiff, 4yrs, very 352-3651 timid, shy. More info 250-357-9266 KODAK CAROSEL PROJECTOR YORKIE/CHIHUAHUA MOM IS 90% HO SCALE RIVAROSSI Steam with remote and 10 Carosel trays in yorkie and father is purebred 51b engines Canadian Pacific 4-6-4 good condition. Call 352-0140 Yorkie. Ready Jan 12th. $500. 250Hudson and ATSF 4-6-2 Pacific, $100 352-9694 each. 250-226-7880 CASIO KEYLIGHTING KEYBOARD with stand, three years old in great READY TO GO Rottie cross, $100 SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO “Stratus condition $45. 250-359-6606 OBO. 1 male, 1 female left. Great 5” and Vehicle Kit. Brand New. Bought for $60 asking $40. 250-505-5401 kennel trained pups! Call 250-352VORTECH FORCE VACUUM, 1 1/2 2724 years old. Works great. 250-825BURTON CASA TRUEFIT snow9565 MALE SEALPOINT BI-COLOR board boots. Perfect condition, Ragdoll cat available for stud service. size 8.5 US black. $60 firm. Call XBOX360 20GB, 4 Controllers and 229-4028 Price is negotiable. 250-352-2078 charger, guitar hero controller, 10 �� games, $320 OBO. 354-1527 �� PROFESSIONAL DOG GROOMING �� LITTLE RASCAL MOBILITY scooter, with TLC. Pinky’s Pet Parlour, 536 GORGEOUS, TRIBAL WEAVE, excellent condition, new battery. �$450 �� hand-woven rugs for sale at Mandala OBO. 352-6515 Ward St., Nelson. Monthly Specials! Homes. Amazing prices, assorted 250-551-5501 DIGITAL EMBROIDERY/ �� sizes. Open 9a.m. - 12p.m., 1 - 4p.m. SEWING MACHINE. Does cusI HAVE ALFALFA mixed square Monday - Friday. 250-352-5582 tom work, embroidery hats, more. bales and am looking to trade for New $6000, selling for $2000. CAN’T GET UP YOUR Stairs? Acorn �� grass mix bales. 250-357-2276 250-505-2054 Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts MALAMUTE, WOLF AND Akbash now! Mention this ad and get 10% 3 STARCHOICE (SHAW-DIRECT) puppies for sale. $500. Well-manoff your new Stairlift. Call 1-866receivers: DSR 305 $75, DSR 410 nered and independent. Ready 981-6591. $75, DSR 401 $50. All 3 $175. Ken January 3rd. 777-1248 �� 250-352-0136 #1A STEEL BUILDING SALE! Save up to 60% on your new garage, shop, TELEMARK SKI 190CW boots, 9, warehouse. 6 colors available! 40 $100; winter tires with rims 265/70 year warranty! Free shipping, the first R16 Tojo G 02 used 3 months $600; FREE TO TRY. LOVE * MONEY * 20 callers! 1-800-457-2206. www. table saw $100. 250-352-3517 LIFE. #1 Psychics! *1-877-478-4410* crownsteelbuildings.ca. ELM DROP LEAF table $150; raw$3.19 min. 18+ *1-900-783-3800* A FREE TELEPHONE SERVICE NOW HIRING.

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SERVICES RESIDENTIAL SNOW REMOVAL. Guaranteed service. 7 days/week. Limited bookings. Book now! Free estimates. 250354-7140 www.sunrisesealcoating.ca/snow.htm BEST VALUE FOR your advertising dollars! Run a classified ad which covers all of BC. Easy and affodable. www.communityclassifieds.ca or 1866-669-9222. PAINTING PLUS INTERIOR, exterior, 15 years experience. Free estimates. Clean, reliable, affordable. Shawn Brown. 250-509-0439 ORCA TRUCK FOR HIRE. Will do dump runs, moving, etc. Patrick 5050612 MARTIN’S BOATTOPS AND Upholstery. Sled seats, furniture, car interiors. I do it all! Call Martin 250825-4184

SPIRITUALITY 9 DAY MEDICINE Buddha Meditation Retreat on Lake Atitlan, Guatamala. April 2~11, 2011. Partake in the healing power of medicine-dharma. Info: adreaomtare@me.com, www.dharma-japan.org (see: travel/retreats) PRAYER TO THE Blessed Virgin, never known to fail. O most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of heaven Blessed Mother of the Son of God, immaculant virgin, assist me in my necessity. O star of the sea help me and show me here, you are my mother. O holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of heaven and earth. I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity (name request). There are none that can withstand your power. Oh shown me here you are my mother. O Mary, who have recourse to thee (3 times). Sweet Mother I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Thank you for your mercy to me and mine. This prayer must be said for 3 days. After that request will be granted. This prayer must be published. SEZ

SPORTS EQUIPMENT BACKPACK - ARCTERYX brand, women’s small, red, gently used, Bora 70. New $300, asking $150. 226-7399 WANTED: ALPINE TOURING Boots, Size 28.5. 250-352-6597 GIRL’S SNOWBOARD. SIZE 115, with bindings, 2 yrs old. Paid $250, asking $120 OBO. 250-352-2587 MEN’S XL HOCKEY gear. Used twice. Sherwood shoulder pads, Bauer helmet and elbow pads, Easton gloves, Tackla pants, RBK shin pads, bag, stockings and shirt. $650 OBO. 505-1178 MEN’S SNOWBOARD BOOTS; Forum Antenna, size 10. Northwave Legend, size 8. Used 1 season ~ $75. 250-505-6136

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184 CM G3 Spitfire skis (last years design), brand new in plastic. $400. Chris 352-3712 WOMEN SNOWBOARD: OPTION Bella 153. Perfect condition. Ridden only a handful of times. $200. Tel.250359-7772 FAT POWDER SKIS, 158cm; volant power carve 183cm; atomic B5 174cm. All bindings. 250-352-9150 SCRIBE.COM. INFO@CANSCRIBE. COM.

Front St., Contact: 250-863-2959, maxporstmann@yahoo.de 1998 SUBARU IMPREZA 5 door, 5 speed, AWD, excellent condition, winter tires. Asking $3150 OBO. 250354-8512 2006 MAZDA3 SPORT, Extended Warranty, 72,000km, Manual, $15,000 OBO. 250-367-6108 AUTOMOTIVE-SLEDS/BIKES 2003 ALUMINUM DOUBLE trailer; 1997 Polaris 700RMK.; 1995 Ski Doo 600 $4000. 352-1288 AUTOMOTIVE-TIRES/PART S / OTHER THULE SPACE BOOSTER Car Carrier with locking GM racks fit for Pontiac Vibe. 250-505-2979 (Message) COOPER WINTER TIRES - 95% tread, barely used, 195/60/R15. 4 bolt. From KIA Spectra. $350. 250352-0960 THULE CARGO BOX/RACK. Fits Honda Civic and many other vehicles. Like new - really! $550. Call 250-399-4535 FIVE HAKKAPELLITA SNOW Tires, P175/70R 13’s. Four on Honda rims. $250 for package. 352-9445 addiestrasser@gmail.com WINTERCAT 235/75R15 LT tires with 90% tread left, on rims. $500. 352-1913 1985 VW VANAGON, great deal for smooth running travel/family van with bed. Winters and summers. $2400 250-355-2646 1986 FORD P/U 4x4 F150, 6 in supension on 35 inch tires. $800.

250-777-4647 1991 MAZDA PICKUP, 5 speed, 4 cylinder, runs great, just old. $900 OBO. Call Kimberly 250-359-7225 2004 F-150 4X4, dark green, canopy, supercab, great condition, 189,000km. $9500 OBO. 250-354-3450 STUDDED WINTER TIRES ñ size 31/1050R15, set of 4 Nokian Hakkapelitta LT. $300. Ph: 250-3994321 1992 FORD RANGER, extcab, canopy, 4x4, 233km, tow package, some rust, cosmetics, runs great. $1500 OBO. 250-825-2247 CHRISTMAS MIRACLE WANTED: I need a truck (mechanically good condition) for around $800. 250-7770825 2007 YARIS 80,000KM, 20,000 on warranty left, 4drhatch, silver, powermir/win/ac/ab, much more, great ride, $11,500. 250-225-3488 1997 JEEP GRAND Cherokee. 4x4. New Winters. Clean. Well maintained. Runs great. $4000. 250-352-6629

1990 MAZDA B2600 4x4, auto, only 125,500kms, asking $2800. Great running condition, original owner. Call 250-352-6566 WANTED: VAN, CAMPER van, or small RV in good condition. 250352-2880 1991 TOYOTA PREVIA awd 305km. 2 sets tires on rims. New brakes, shocks, runs great. $2800 OBO. 2267257 FORD F150 P/U 2wd Lariat Leather Back seat doors. Hatch cover. $3800. 352-9371 Good Deal PREVIA AWD VAN, older Camry. 250-352-5248 1984 VOLKSWAGON VAN, brand new winter tires. In good condition and runs great! $2500 OBO. 250272-6796 2001 FORD WINDSTAR. ICBC inspected, new winter tires $3000 OBO. Phone 250-352-2458 or 250352-7299

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2002 CHRYSLER INTREPID SE, Burgandy, New Winters, Very Clean, Great Condition $4500 OBO. 250352-1729 1978 MERCURY WAGON 460cid. Runs great, $600. 250-551-1256 1996 MAZDA MX-3 V6 Silver, New Winter Tires/Rims and Summers, Sunroof, Good Condition. $2500 OBO. 250-352-1729 2004 DODGE SX2.0 Sport 125xxxkm $3000. New winter tires. Call 250505-2524 1999 SUBARU LEGACY Outback. Low mileage, excellent condition. $6500. 250-353-2896 2004 HYUNDAI, 2 Door. $6400. Phone 250-352-2359 1996 SUBARU LEGACY AWD wagon. Great condition, 245000kms, almost new summers and winters, $3900 OBO. 250-505-2062 1981 CUTLASS OLDSMOBILE Supreme, $700 OBO, runs great, located behind Safeway, Behnsen/

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homes&gardens WANTED: KING SIZE bed with frame - wooden 250-352-3861 WOODEN ROCKING CHAIR deep-seated, old beauty, $60; small wooden sled, like new, $30. Andrea 352-2025 2 BLACK STEEL frame swivel bar stools. 29” high seat, excellent condition. $45 each. 352-7154 ANTIQUES: CHILD’S PRESS back rocker; small rocker with cane seat; fir fireplace surround; pine bookshelf. $75 each. 250-352-5155 SOFA AND LOVE seat for sale. $100 OBO. 250-359-7752

HOME & GARDEN STRAW AND MULCHING Hay. Delivery anywhere in the West Kootenay. Farmer Direct Wayne 2267276, 226-7054 LENNOX G60 GAS Furnace - Model G60UH-24A-070, manufactured in 2002, 80% efficient, two stage. $450 OBO. 352-1167

REAL ESTATE ESCAPE WINTER FREEZE to our Palapa in Yelapa! Forty minutes taxi boat from Puerto Vallarta in rustic fishing village. Seven minutes walk from beach near restaurants providing a delicious variety of dishes. Activities nearby include para-gliding, swimming, snorkeling, fishing, dancing. Contact 250-352-3691 or email martinlane@hotmail.com MOBILE: OWN FOR less than rent, $5000 down, $250 for 96 months. Sixmile. Liam 250-428-1638 BRAND NEW RIVER View House. Granite, timber, cedar. “WINTER SPECIAL $299,000.” propertyguys. ca or 250-352-0086 MIRROR LAKE. LEVEL .86 acres. Lake Views, privacy, 3 bdrm, wood accents. Gambrel Style. $375,000. David.Gentles@nelsonrealty.ca 250354-8225 LONGBEACH. 4-LEVEL SPLIT 34 bdrm. Great spaces, deck, 1/2 acre, treed, gardens, private, seasonal brook. $389,900. David. Gentles@nelsonrealty.ca 250-3548225 MOUNTAIN STATION. 0.84 acres just outside City limits. Valley views & sunsets. $250,000.00 David. Gentles@nelsonrealty.ca 250-3548225 BLEWETT ACREAGE: 36 acres with many building sites. Split by May & Jenny Road plus access off Blewett Road. $465,000. David. Gentles@nelsonrealty.ca 250-3548225 SLOCAN RIVER FRONT. 1.78 level acres. 260 feet of frontage. UG services @ lot line. Build now. 30 mins to Nelson or Castlegar. $225,000. no HST. Burke.Jones@nelsonrealty. ca 250-354-8515 COUGAR BLUFFS. SPECTACULAR Views. 83.5 acres. Numerous designated building sites. A wilderness retreat, yet close to Slocan Valley amenities. $324,900. Burke. Jones@nelsonrealty.ca 250-3548515 CREEK SIDE RETREAT. 1 acre of flat buildable land backs onto riparian zone of Winlaw Creek. Private well. Power at lot line. $99,000. Burke. Jones@nelsonrealty.ca 250-3548515 KOOTENAY LAKE FRONT. Custom 3 bdrm 4 bath, full level walk-out basement, view decks. 22x44 work-

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SLOCAN RIVER. LEVEL 1 acre with shop, triple & single garages & car200 feet of river frontage. UG utilities port. Park-like private gated 1.64 @ lot line. $249,900. no HST David. acres. Burke.Jones@nelsonrealty.ca Gentles@nelsonrealty.ca 250-354250-354-8515 8225 RIVERFRONT. 1.48 LEVEL acres. LOG ACCENTS THROUGHOUT. 325’ on Slocan River. New 2188 sqft 3,100 sqft, 3 level, 4+ bdrm home. New 3 bdrm rancher. Geotherm in-floor flooring. Amazing view decks. Organic heat thru house & 2-car garage. gardens. .23 acres $549,000. David. Granite counters, custom kitchen, Gentles@nelsonrealty.ca 250-354stainless appliances, fireplace, wood 8225 accents, vaulted ceilings, ug services, 688 sqft covered decks, fenced BLEWETT. PRIVATE RETREAT - 2.46 side yard, exposed aggregate, paved acres. Terraced gardens, 3 bdrm 2000 drive. A must see!! $689,900. Burke. sqft rancher, hobby room, workshop. Jones@nelsonrealty.ca 250-354-8515 Spacious living. $424,900. David. Gentles@nelsonrealty.ca 250-354A “MUST SEE” to realize all this 8225 property has to offer. Private 5.9 Balfour acres. 4 bdrms, decks, QUICK POSSESSION. UPHILL fireplace, games room & more. 3 bdrm, 3 bath, summer kitchen, 30x60 garage. $679,900. Burke. suite potential. Separate “studio”. Jones@nelsonrealty.ca 250-35450x120 fertile lot. $490,000. David. 8515 Gentles@nelsonrealty.ca 250-3548225 WATERFRONT @ BALFOUR w/Foreshore Lease & 18 slip 6-MILE. 3-4 BDRM, 100x183 terMarina. .43 level acres. 2 bdrm 2 raced back yard, possible inlaw bath home. $599,000. Adjacent suite, deck, carport. $299,000. lot available @ $374,500. Burke. David.Gentles@nelsonrealty.ca 250Jones@nelsonrealty.ca 250-354354-8225 8515 60X110 CORNER LOT. 2 bdrm, 2 4.9 ACRES NEAR Lemon Creek. bath, basement, carport, level entry. Large 13 year old 3 bdrm, 3 bath Expansion potential. $249,000. home. Total of 4246 sqft. Includes David.Gentles@nelsonrealty.ca 250mobile home. $425,000. Burke. 354-8225 Jones@nelsonrealty.ca 250-354MOBILE HOME NEEDING a tal8515 ented renovator. 2 bdrm, 1 bath. NELSON CITY & Lake Views. Value priced. $29,500. David. Renovated 4 bdrm 3 bath home. Gentles@nelsonrealty.ca 250-354Sunken living room w/fire8225 place, vaulted ceilings. Terraced DEVELOP ON A Budget. Two 1.84 back yard. $435,000. Burke. acre parcels across the road from Jones@nelsonrealty.ca 250-354each other. $65,000 each. No HST. 8515 David.Gentles@nelsonrealty.ca 250HORSE LOVERS DELIGHT. 7.9 354-8225 acres w/fenced pasture & garCHATHAM IN NELSON. Two builddens. 3 bdrm home. Privacy treed. ing lots. $129,000 & $199,000. Central to Nelson & Castlegar. No HST. Gret views. David. Crescent Valley. $365,000. Burke. Gentles@nelsonrealty.ca 250-354Jones@nelsonrealty.ca 250-3548225 8515 BONNINGTON. 1.55 TREED acres. ERIE CREEK FRONT. .26 acres. Community water. Upscale area. Upgraded 4 bdrm, 3 bath, 2 storey. 2800 Quiet setting. Park nearby. $149,900. sqft & 1900 sqft unfinished basement. No HST. David.Gentles@nelsonrealty. Open kitchen/family room. Formal living & ca 250-354-8225 dining rooms. Carport, porch. $395,000. EAGLEHOMES.CA NEW HOME David.Gentles@nelsonrealty.ca 250AND LAND in the Shuswap! 354-8225 Doublewides and Singlewides... NEWLY RENOVATED SALMO No Pad Rent! Close to shopping Rancher. Priced to sell 4 bdrm, 2 bath. and recreation. Alice: 250-819-0047 Fenced level .41 acres, Gardens, workmark@eaglehomes.ca shop. Quick Possession $189,900. Burke.Jones@nelsonrealty.ca 250354-8515 GREAT VALUE BUILDING lot SHARED OWNERSHIP LATE model near Balfour. $110,000. .47 acres. 40’ - 60’ cruising yachts moored on Commanding lake views. Ug serVancouver Island & Lower Mainland. vices. David.Gentles@nelsonrealty. Sail & Power. Professionally mainca 250-354-8225 tained. 604-669-2248. www. 29 LOT SUBDIVISION IN the City �� one4yacht.com limits. Lot prices start @ $70,000. + HST. Spacious lot sizes. UG services. City amenities. David. Gentles@nelsonrealty.ca 250-354COTTAGE NEAR WHITEWATER Ski 8225 Hill. Sitting room, bedroom, bath2 BUILDING LOTS. Expansive lake room, fridge, coffee maker, dishes. views, Southern exposure. UG serSatellite TV. Laundry and housevices. Private beach & Marina access keeping. Kitchen privileges or dinner available. .76 acres @ $147,500. provided. References needed. $500. 1.02 acres @ $149,500. David. 250-352-0147. Available Jan-April Gentles@nelsonrealty.ca 250-3542 BEDROOM HOUSE, downtown. 8225 $1200/month, utilities not included. UP & DOWN Duplex. 2 blocks N/P, N/S. References required. 250off Baker. 3 bdrm & 2 bdrm units. 505-4248 Always rented. Some upgrades 2 BEDROOM HOUSE for rent in are done. $329,000. David. Uphill Nelson. Sunny, charming heriGentles@nelsonrealty.ca 250-354tage house. $1300 + Utilities. 3068225 979-4718 41 ACRES. PRIVATE. Level benchBRIGHT BACHELOR SUITE with es. Old Log structure. Original septic, lake view for quiet person, downtown, water & power. Slocan Valley $325,000. coin laundry, main floor, N/S, N/P, David.Gentles@nelsonrealty.ca 250includes hotwater. Available January 354-8225 1st. Phone: 250-505-2815

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

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2 BEDROOM BALFOUR LAKEVIEW house for rent. Picturesque setting and large decks. N/S, pets considered $850/month +utilities Rentals@NelsonRealty.ca 250-5052067 1 BEDROOM HALF-DUPLEX 10 minutes west of Nelson. $800/month + utilities. No Pets Rentals@NelsonRealty.ca 250-5052067 2 BEDROOM PROCTER on 1/2 acre. Large deck, great views. Pets negotiable. Rentals@NelsonRealty. ca 250-505-2067 COZY TRAILER IN Quiet Nature Setting, 15 minutes West of Nelson. $390/month, utilities included. 250359-8280 4 BEDROOM, 2 bath, upper duplex, in lower Fairview, modern, spacious, attached garage. $1700/month, available Jan 1st. 250-825-9537 NEWER QUALITY COTTAGE near Winlaw, Slocan Valley. Quiet, secure with valley views. $775/mo 250-2260034 SMALL HOUSE AT 1 mile. Perfect for single or couple. w/d. n/p. $925. Email jdevries@shelterwood.org 3 BDRM LOWER Fairview home available January 1st. $1500/mth no pets and no smoking. 250-5090709 NELSON. AIRY, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, close to all amenities. Absolutely no smoking, no pets. References required. $1200 + utilities. 250-3525831 2 BDRM DUPLEX near Blewett School. N/S, N/P. Stove/Fridge. $750 plus utilities. References. 250-3525217 until 8p.m. 4 BEDROOM AT 6 MILE Great family home, carport, large covered deck. No pets. $1200/month Rentals@NelsonRealty.ca 250-5052067 BEAUTIFUL, LUXURY LONGTERM 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath rental on Stanley St. in Nelson, 2 blocks up from Baker St. New appliances, laundry, large plasma TV, cable, internet, covered parking, big windows and small patio. Furnished or unfurnished. $1750/ mnth + utilities. Photos available. 250-551-0878 ROOM FOR RENT - $450. Shared laundry/living/kitchen/bath, NS/NP/ ND. References Required. Email: josh@bluejuniper.ca 3 BEDROOM HOUSE in lower Fairview. Hardwood floors, large kitchen, deck, carport. N/S, N/P, $1300/month Rentals@NelsonRealty. ca 250-505-2067

6-MILE HOUSE WANTED longterm. Privacy, quiet wood and electric heat, all appliances, carport and shed. Wanted Jan.1st. Single mature woman in my 60’s. No pets, no drinking, no smoking. 10 years at previous residence. Excellent references. Phone Rubiyah 250-825-4545 to get the perfectly tendered tenant for your special house

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SHARED ACCOM. 2 ROOMS ON View St. $475, $425. Includes utilities. N/S, N/P. W/D, kitchen, furnished. 250-354-0100 FURNISHED BEDROOM WITH private bath available for clean, responsible, single person. Located uphill Nelson. 250-352-1693 FURNISHED BEDROOM WITH private bathroom available for single clean responsible person. Uphill Nelson. 250-352-1693 BEDROOM FOR RENT in 2 bedroom apartment above Jackson’s Hole. Jan 1st. Prefer female. $450 + utilities. gsagelance@gmail.com or 352-2502

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* The deadline for all 3 of these issues for classifieds, press releases and advertising is Wednesday Dec.15. * If you have any questions, please call 354-3910, or email: editor@exressnew.bs.ca or express@expressnews.bc.ca For urgent calls, please contact Nelson Becker at 354-9001

RENTALS WANTED MATURE WOMAN, GENTLEHEARTISTIK, needs room Jan.1. Teaching at home, need lots space. Respectful, clean, �� reliable. Lucy:352-3319 peace! RETIRED LADY LOOKING�� for a small cheap place for a long time. N/S , N/P quiet, responsible, �� problem free 353-2999 PART-TIME RENTAL �� WANTED. Small cabin, cottage, or suite. Every six weeks for 2 weeks. Quiet, nonsmoking. 250-304-6825

Lorne and Drew hope that the spirit of �� Christmas will last throughout the coming year. We wish you Peace on Earth and in �� each of your hearts. �� Thank you for inviting us into your homes �� and trusting us to represent you when real estate assistance is needed. ��

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