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Come Skate Away
CARLO ALCOS
Local skateboarder, Cosmo, practices his moves at the NDYC indoor skateboard park.
City supports skate park by applying for government grant CARLO ALCOS Last month, the Kootenay Lake Outdoor Skateboard Park Society (KLOSPS) found out they weren’t going to be receiving any funding from the Aviva Community Fund. Despite a last minute push for votes, the project was unable to reach the final round of the competition. But hope is not lost. “The city is applying for a grant to the
provincial government on behalf of the society. It would cover 80% of the funds we need,” said Rob Levesque, chair of KLOSPS. If the grant is approved, they would receive $400,000 on the condition that they come up with the remaining $100,000, which won’t be a problem, according to Levesque, who further stated that the society has over $60,000 already. “We have the land, we have the design, we just
need the funds.” Councillor Paula Kiss confirmed that the application is in progress. “It’s not guaranteed that the money’s going to come through but city staff is right now working on that proposal to try to obtain that funding for the skatepark.” Kiss said that it was a council decision to support the skatepark over two other projects. To get involved as a volunteer or fundraiser, email klosps@hotmail.com.
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Nelson Police investigate RCMP
The Penticton RCMP have confirmed that an independent investigation is being conducted by the Nelson Police Department into the arrest of a man on New Year’s Eve. On December 31, 2011 at about 11:30 pm a man allegedly stumbled onto the street in front of a police vehicle. The police officer stopped to talk to the man, who appeared to be intoxicated. A struggle with police ensued and the man suffered an injury to his leg. He was taken to hospital where it was determined that his leg was broken. As per policy, this matter is being investigated independently. Any media enquiries should be directed to the Nelson Police Department. Released by Sgt. Rob Vermeulen Senior Media Relations Officer, Vancouver
Mischief to school bus in Salmo
Between December 31, 2011 and January 1, 2012 unknown suspect(s) broke into a locked school bus at the Salmo High School and broke a window and fan and threw garbage around the bus. Entry appears to have been gained from the roof of the bus. Police are continuing their investigation with evidence left at the scene. If you have any information regarding this file please contact Salmo RCMP at 250-3572212 or Crimestoppers.(Callers to CRIMESTOPPERS do not have to provide their identities and may be eligible for a reward). Cpl R. Bellman KBRD- Salmo 250-357-2212
Polar Bear Swim 2012 Express
January 1, 2012. About 100 people braved the glacier-fed Kootenay Lake in the annual event to support the Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation. To view video visit www.youtube.com/watch?v=oj5-uCWgH8&list=UUk0cwTaFyVSIPHFrH4cHlXQ&index=1&feature=plcp
Nelson pet rehabilitation project The Osprey Foundation is funding a pilot animal welfare project that rescues and rehabilitates ‘problem’ dogs and cats. The volunteers at Kootenay Animal Assistance Program (KAAP) spring into action when an animal is referred to them. These pets usually have behavioral or medical problems making them hard for their owners to manage or diffcult to adopt to new homes. Without this program, the animals might otherwise be euthanized. Recently, KAAP’s good Samaritans swooped in to rescue 17 cats and kittens reported to be starving in an abandoned trailer. The cats were trapped, taken to the vet and spayed/neutered, and temporarily placed for assessment and eventual adoption. For a list of all our 2011 grant recipients, see http://ospreycommunityfoundation.ca/ocf/docs/grant_recipients.pdf
Mallory, a 2 year old German Shepherd considered aggressive and a threat to the community is now, after work with a trainer, in a foster home, doing well, with good potential for rehabilitation.
Vivien Bowers Executive Director Osprey Community Foundation 250-352-3643
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Selkirk College Recycling Program celebrates 20 years Selkirk College’s Recycling Department is celebrating 20 years of making the college a greener place to work. Established in 1991, the Recycling Department is run by the Kootenay Society for Community Living, a regional organization that provides support services for a range of people in communities throughout the Kootenays. When the department was first established at the Castlegar Campus it employed three people, and since there was no recycling depot nearby, all the recyclables had to be trucked to Nelson every week, notes program coordinator, Liz Sali, who has worked in the recycling program for eight years now. The department has grown significantly since its humble beginnings. It now employs 13 people and sifts through more than four times the volume of materials as it did initially. “Now we recycle paper, cardboard, glass, plastic and tin,” says Sali. “Very little goes to waste here. We take a lot of pride in that,” she added, pointing to the tiny trash can of waste amongst a sea of
Liz Sali along with the Selkirk College recycling workers celebrate 20 years of recycling
recyclables. Sali puts in ten hours a week at the department’s facility in the Lower Bonnington area of the Castlegar campus, where about six people work at any
given time – most of whom have been with the department for many years. To learn more about Selkirk College’s Recycling Department, visit selkirk.ca/research/sustainability/.
Selkirk College grad a rising star in BC nursing world Selkirk College nursing alumna, Krysta Hatlen, has been chosen to receive a prestigious award in the nursing world - the Rising Star Award - from the College of Registered Nurses of BC (CRNBC). Hatlen, a 2008 graduate of the University of Victoria-Selkirk College BScN program who now works at Kootenay Lake Hospital’s Maternity Ward, received a total of 11 letters of support from her colleagues in the fields of nursing, medicine and midwifery to back her nomination for the award – which
requires candidates to exceed expectations, display excellence and demonstrate outstanding performance in a minimum of four of the six Professional Standards and Practices set by the CRNBC. “Krysta has rapidly developed the multi-faceted skill set that is required of a rural nurse,” wrote Nelson doctor, Shiraz Moola. “She has taken it upon herself to gain further maternity instruction from myself and my colleague Dr. Sheryl Alger. She possesses a level of curiosity and innovation that makes
it a pleasure to work with as a colleague that benefits the entire health care team.” “I have often wondered how it is that certain individuals are so knowledgeable and their skills come so naturally, and Krysta Hatlen answers this question for me passion. Krysta’s passion for nursing feeds her in a way that makes her unstoppable in her quest to care for humanity; to become one with the human condition.” The CRNBC 2012 Awards Ceremony will take place on April 19,
2012 in the Vancouver Convention Centre’s East Building. To learn more, visit www.crnbc.ca/crnbc/ awards/excellence/pages/ risingstar.aspx
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Pop rock trio Hanson comes to Nelson Sunday, Jan. 29, Capitol Theatre Pop rockers Hanson came on to the music scene 13 years ago. Their new music draws inspiration from the past. Hanson is looking forward to an exciting new era for the band. The Shout It Out tour will be a collection of finely crafted, R&B-flavored poprock, a homage to the music that inspired Hanson when they started out. Hanson
has established a reputation as successful, independent artists who are comfortable at charting their own path. They’ve sold millions of records and reached a level of adoration that few bands experience. Tickets are $42.50 and can be purchased at https:// tickets.capitoltheatre.bc.ca or at the Capital Theatre box office.
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Unplugged with Jennifer Plummer, Heartsong and Andrej Hostynek Saturday, Jan. 7, noon to 3 p.m. at Ellison’s Cafe and Market The first Unplugged Sessions of mances will draw you in with captivatthe year opens at noon with Jennifer ing acoustic guitar, djembe and soulful Plummer, an expressive songwriter harmonies. They are also scheduled to with a soulful acoustic edge. Her song perform at the Royal on January 12. “Sun will be Breaking” off her album (myspace.com/morienjonesmusic) “Recordings before dawn”, is being Andrej Hostynek is a sonic storyused in an episode of the L.A. based teller and musical guide into an intiT.V. show MISSING (episode 5:10). mate, inspiring world that straddles She has opened for a variety of well and plays on the edge of the everyday known Canadian musicians including and the magical. He concocts his the Rheostatics, King Cobb Steelie soundscapes weaving poetics, spoand also performs locally as part of the ken word, storytelling, accordion, duo Laugh Rebel. (JenPlummermusic. guitar and piano into a stew that is com) both hearty and heady. Andrej will be Next up is Heartsong composed of joined by Robbie Sinclair on strings, Morien Jones and Sat Nam Schafer, a voice and percussion. Come ready to husband and wife duo whose perfor- listen and to be moved. http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ellisons-Cafe-Acoustic-UnpluggedSessions/134317453293369
Andrej Hostynek is a sonic storyteller and musical guide
Bessie & The Back Eddies
Bessie Wapp will be heading the high energy show on Jan 21 with the Back Eddies
Saturday, Jan. 21. Doors at 7:15 p.m. Band begins at 8 p.m. at the Junction Church Hall The sensational Bessie Todd on the Trombone and Wapp and her fabulous Clinton Swanson on the big sound band will play Saxophone. Put on your dancing swing & sass and R&B, along with some burlesque shoes and hit the dance floor for this brilliant night classics The Back Eddies of live local talent Tickets $15 at the door include many talented Advance Tickets $13 musicians such as Marvin Walker on Drums, Colin or 2 /$25 at Otter Books Spence, on piano, Jesse lee and Mountain Baby, Baker on acoustic bass, Tim Street, Nelson or call 250Bullen on the trumpet, Keith 226-7229 or 250-352-5081
Travis T. in the Kootenays, Wish You Were Here by Chris Rohrmoser
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Rural Transcapes and Conceiving Family back by popular demand
Thursday, Jan. 12 at Self Design High at 402 Victoria Street. Rural Transcapes 7 p.m. and Conceiving Family at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the door. When Nelson-based Watershed Productions held the premiere screenings for two recently released documentary films this past fall, Conceiving Family and Rural Transcapes, the response was “one you would only see in the Kootenays,” says Amy Bohigian, Director/Producer for both films. Bohigian worked on Conceiving Family for almost two years, so when it came time to share her personal story and that of four other samesex couples going through the adoption process, she said, “you feel really exposed and vulnerable, but it’s all worth it when people are laughing and crying in places that you didn’t even intend.” Another locally based
story, Rural Transcapes, profiles four transgendered individuals who have chosen to live in the rural area of the Kootenays. Christopher Moore is one of the people featured in the film and is the founder of the Trans Connect program, which provides outreach services to transgendered folks around the East and West Kootenays. A short Q&A will follow each film. For more information about Conceiving Family and to get a copy of the film, visit the film’s website at: www.conceivingfamily.com and visit the Facebook Page, Conceiving Family – The Film. For more information about the Trans Connect Program visit: www. kootenaytransgender.com
Conceiving Family follows (Director/Producer) Amy Bohigian (right), and her partner, Jane Byers, as they adopt biracial 15 month-old twins, Franny and Theo.
New Year, New Storytimes at the Library Programs start Wednesday, Jan. 18 and Saturday, Jan. 21 at the Nelson Public Library
Carol Reynolds painting winner annouced Touchstones had a fundraising raffle this fall and Carol Reynolds donated one of her wonderful paintings named “Summer Aspens”. The picture shows the presentation to Marcia Wilson the Winner of the painting. Left to right: Marcia Wilson and Leah Best, Executive Director of Touchstones
The Nelson Storytime staff are gearing up for another great year of programs for children at the Nelson Library. Songs, rhymes and feltboard stories of silly monkeys, rambunctious sheep or trickster spiders are just some of the tales to be told during preschool storytime. This program starts on Wednesday January 18 and is for 3 to 5 year olds. Have a younger child? Tales for Twos is a program designed for 2 to 3 yr. olds with parent/caregiver participation. Start date is Saturday January 21. Tales for Twos focuses on songs, dance and a book or two.
Each program starts at 10:15 and lasts approximately 30 minutes or longer depending on how much fun we are all having. Both storytimes support early literacy by building vocabulary and sharing age-appropriate literature in a fun and engaging atmosphere. Preregistration is required and programs fill up fast. Have a younger child still? Book Babies will resume in the Spring. BB is for newborns to prewalkers. Don’t delay, call today to sign up for any of these sessions. Need more info? Email nradonich@nelson. ca or call Nancy or Megan @ 352-8283 or 352-6333.
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Opinion&Editorial The world will not come to an end in 2012 2012: As we enter the year that holds the finalization of the Mayan calendar, I found myself pondering the supposed end of the world and discovered that where the calendar cuts off does not necessarily mean the complete destruction of our material planet as I so assumed, but rather a shift in consciousness and the end of our familiar world- a change akin to the end of the Roman Empire or the Middle Ages rather than numbered days on an aging planet. An inqui-
By Signe Bronson ry into this newfound knowledge showed that 2011 held many of the foundations to trigger this universal change such as civilian uprisings, the collapse of the financial system, and an increase in large-scale natural disasters. As our world uproots and moves around us, it is important to look within ourselves and take stock of what we hold most dear- the oncoming events of the year ahead heralds vast changes to everything familiar, both materially and psychologically.
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Canadians without Borders It has recently come to my attention that the Canadian and American governments have been discussing the potential closure or reduction in services of multiple border crossings along the BC-USA border. Most Kootenay residents will agree that such cut backs could deal a harsh blow to our local economies, with American tourists being diverted to border crossings located elsewhere. Audio-Visual border stations are also being considered, which would mean that instead of being greeted by a guard or two on the way to the States, Canadians and Americans headed the opposite direc-
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tion, would be questioned by an on-screen official with no employees actually manning the outpost. In the case of not being admitted across, people would have no choice but to wait up to several hours for a guard from another crossing to come question them, or turn around and go back. Our legislators and decision makers really ought to keep in mind that even though downsizing or shutting down some border crossings will save some money, such actions will also likely leave dozens of border guards unemployed and possibly force travelers to take their interests elsewhere.
Fishheads and Flowers
Fishheads to those who do not pick up after their dog, ESPECIALLY on the sidewalks...please be more considerate. Signed: Be Responisble Flowers to the parking lot attendant, who helped me when my battery died. Within minutes a maintenance worker arrive, jumped my battery and the car started. There was no charge and he wished me well. Thanks to Airport staff for the quick help and their great customer service. Signed: Jump started
Flowers and a Happy New Year to the wonderful staff at my favorite beach resort for making the evening so very special. Thank you and good karma for 2012. Signed: Good Karma to you Flowers to the wonderful man that broke out in unstoppable laughter on Baker street. I did not know why you laughed but you made me smile all day. Signed: Overjoyed Flowers to the people who make ice skate parties happen. Signed: New Skater
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Coffee is the drink of choice for many West Kootenayites. We drink coffee from all over the world. Our local roasters and coffee houses do a great job of keeping us supplied. We want to know your deepest darkest coffee secrets, so spill a little...
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Why do I (really) need my coffee in the morning? dr. science Christine Humphries
Judging from the number of coffee shops in Nelson, I do not think I am the only coffee addict in town! Coffee contains caffeine, one of the most common (legal) addictive drugs which affects the brain in the same way as amphetamines, cocaine and heroin. Caffeine is an alkaloid (nitrogen-containing organic compound) found in many plants including tea leaves, coffee beans and cocoa nuts. The chemical formula for caffeine, known as 1,3,7-trimethylxanthine by chemists, is C8H10N4O2. In its pure form, caffeine is a bitter tasting, white crystalline powder.
Within an hour of drinking coffee, many people experience increased feelings of wakefulness and alertness. But how does caffeine make you feel this way? Caffeine binds to a receptor in cells that is normally bound by adenosine. Adenosine causes nerve cell activity to decrease and blood vessels to dilate. These changes lead to a feeling of drowsiness. Caffeine, which prevents adenosine from binding to its receptor, therefore results in the opposite effects: increased neuron activity and blood vessel constriction. When caffeine is bound to adenosine-receptors, the body is also tricked into thinking something is amiss and triggers increased production of adrenaline, the “fight or flight” hormone.
Adrenaline causes many physical changes such as increased heart rate and blood pressure, increased blood flow to muscles, decreased blood flow to inner organs and release of glucose from the liver. Caffeine also triggers increased production of the dopamine neurotransmitter which activates the “pleasure centre” of the brain. As such, caffeine causes the body to feel very alert and content. Although drinking moderate amounts of coffee is fine, caffeine is addictive and can cause health problems when too much is consumed. Caffeine addicts trying to switch to decaffeinated coffees may have become hypersensitive to adenosine and experience low blood pressure and headaches.
Dr. Science is in real life, Dr. Christine Humphries, a molecular biologist
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Ethel Claire Hagen
Jody Lee Kelly
A funeral mass for Jody Lee Kelly was held at The Cathedral of Mary Immaculate on Monday, January 2nd, 2012
Eileen Patricia Peel Eileen Patricia Peel, beloved wife of the late Robert Peel, passed away at Jubilee Manor in Nelson, British Columbia on December 31, 2011 at the age of 85. Eileen was born on December 02, 1926 in Saskatchewan to William and Annie Norrish. As an expression of sympathy, friends and family may make donations to: Alzheimer Society West Kootenays 809 Davies Street Nelson, BC V1L 3T6 Cremation will take place at the Nelson Crematorium and a service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Services Ltd. Online condolences may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca
Ethel Claire Hagen, beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend ,passed away on Dec. 23, 2011 at the age of ninety-three. She was predeceased by her husband Elmer; brother Marcel and most recently her sisters Rita Lemyre and Rolande Cook. Ethel was born In Gravelbourg, Saskatchewan on April 18, 1918 to Eva and Henri Lemyre. She lived and worked in Regina for the Federal Government for many years before moving to Creston in 1955 where she met and married Elmer Hagen. Shortly afterward they moved to Nelson where she lived for the majority of her years. Living in the Kootenays suited her quiet lifestyle. She enjoyed the company of family more than anything. Ethel was a rare lady- sweet, kind, and giving beyond measure. She always thought of others before herself and will be remembered for her grateful attitude, easy smile and subtle humor. Maybe for her penchant for sweets and a friendly game of Whist, as well. She was truly a special woman. Ethel will be greatly missed by her daughters Rita (Bruce) Klenk of Nelson, Patsy Arnot of Quesnel, and Carol Chrystal of Richmond
BC; son Ron Hagen of Nelson; sister Claudette of Lyon, France; brother Jack (Eunice) of Richmond, Ontario; several nieces and nephews and numerous grandchildren. Much thanks to Dr. Jim Noiles for his wise, compassionate care throughout Ethel’s life. Also, to each Home Support worker: Ethel loved and trusted you like family because you cared for her. Heartfelt thanks to the Broader Horizons staff and seniors who continually enriched Ethel’s life with friendship and encouragement. Finally, to the Kootenay Lake Hospital ER and 3rd floor staff, your personal and professional care made the five days there peaceful and comfortable for all of us until Ethel went to be with the Lord. The funeral celebration will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, Jan. 14th at the Nelson Covenant Church, 702 Stanley St, Nelson with Pastor Arden Gustafson officiating. Cremation has taken place. Online condolences may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Nelson Covenant Church for the Mexico mission trip to Tecate which Ethel’s granddaughter, Lauren, will be participating in during Spring Break.
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and dancefloor humpin’ beatchunks with DJ Papa Roots (the All Request DJ. Finley’s Irish host of earth vibes on KCR) and Bar and Grill Instrument Being. Come preKen K-man - The Man In Front pared to move and groove! Of The Speakers @ Spiritbar. 10 Jennifer Plummer, Heartsong p.m. (Morien & Ursula), Andrej The Citizens w/ Mango Train. Hostynek at Ellison’s Cafe The Royal. Doors 9pm - Join us Acoustic Unplugged Sessions for an evening with The Citizens (FB), 12-3 and become a citizen of the psySun. Jan. 8 chedelic society, with their blend Niko at the Hume Library of deep bass, artful lyrics and Lounge. 6p.m. to 10p.m. soulful riffs. The Citizens play music to keep you dancing with Karaoke. Finley’s Irish Bar and a mix of reggae, blues, latin and Grill. 9p.m. rock. Mango Train will open the Mon. Jan. 9 show. Tickets $5 at the door Sarah & Rich at the Library Sat. Jan. 7 Lounge. 6 p.m. to 10p.m. Suplex Sk8Park Fundraiser and Tues. Jan. 10 Birthday Bash. The Spirit Bar. 10 Cliff Maddix and friends 6p.m. p.m. $2 at the door. All proceeds go to the Nelson Outdoor Skate The Library Lounge Park Magic Bus w/ Rafferty Lively Up Yourself. The Royal Funksmith. The Royal - Showtime - Cover $5 at the door - Doors 10pm - This magic bus fea9pm - It’s a night of global beats tures the one and only Rafferty
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A Nelson Outdoor Skatepark Fundraiser w/ Dj’s Busta and Rhapsody - Tickets $10-$20 at the door - Doors 10pm - Support the efforts to build a Nelson Outdoor Wed. Jan. 11 Skate Park by dancing to some Variety Shows w/ Estevan and really good music! Dj’s Busta Tracy Lynn. The Royal. 8:30 p.m. and Rhapsody will be spinning Come to listen, come to play! beats and breaks to make your The stage is open. booty shake! Paul Landsberg at the Library Sat. Jan. 14 Lounge. 6p.m. to 10p.m. 5 Trick Pony. The Royal - Cover Thurs. Jan. 12 $5 at the door - Doors 9pm Kiyo Elkuf and friends at the Some fine Nelson Dj’s hit the Library Lounge. 6p.m. to 10 p.m. stage this Saturday night. On An Evening with Morien Jones deck we’ve got DJ’s Braden and friends . The Royal. - Tickets Early, Breakfluid, and a few other $5 at the door - Doors 9pm - special guests. Sun. Jan. 15 Combining confident guitar playing, an incredibly soulful voice Niko at the Hume Library and uplifting lyrics this gifted Lounge. 6p.m. to 10p.m. songwriter works in a wide variKaraoke. Finley’s Irish Bar and ety of genres: from reggae to folk, Grill. 9p.m. world music to soul. Fri. Jan. 13All Request DJ. Finley’s Irish Mon. Jan. 16 Bar and Grill Sarah & Rich at the Library Breaks For Skates:. The Royal. Lounge. 6 p.m. to 10p.m.
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Rhythm Ropers are having a Mon. Jan. 16 bottle drive. For pick up call Rick Christmas Tree Pickup. The West Kootenay Ostomy Support Nelson Lions Club and Air Cadets Maida 250-509-0353. Group, 2 p.m, Kiro Wellness are one again teaming up to pick Sun. Jan. 8 Center, Trail. Guest: Esther up Christmas Trees in Nelson on Third Annual Yogathon. 9 a.m. Brown,foot care nurse. Saturday January 7th between 9 Wed. Jan. 18 AM and noon. A donation of $5 to 9 p.m. at Self Design Hign, 402, Victoria St. Come down and New Year, New Storytimes per tree is requested. Please leave support the Tipi Camp.yoga! at the Nelson Public Library. the tree in a visable location in front of the residence. If you will Need more info? Email Thurs. Jan. 12 not be home leave the donation nradonich@nelson.ca or call Rural Transcapes and Conceiving attached to the tree or leave a note Nancy or Megan @ 352-8283 indicating where the donation can Family back by popular demand at or 352-6333. be found. If you have any ques- Self Design High at 402 Victoria Sat. Jan. 21 tions please phone 250-352-9771 Street. Rural Transcapes 7 p.m. New Year, New Storytimes or contact nelsonlions@hotmail. and Conceiving Family at 8 p.m. at the Nelson Public Library. Tickets are $10 at the door. com
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RC Electric Buggy and truggy dirt track racing, at 6 mile North Shore, 11a.m. 5 jdnelsonrc@gmail. 2 com St. John’s 1 9 Lutheran Church Service. Everyone welcome to 4p.m. worship. 321 Silica St. 250354-3308 7 1 5 4 3 Nelson United Church Service. 10 a.m. All are welcome. 602 8 Silica St. 250-352-2822 Cribbage at the Legion beverage 4 250-352-7727 1 room, 12:45p.m. Ascension Lutheran Church sk9E00000 Service 10:15a.m. 1805 Silverking 8 Rd. All are welcome. 250-3526 Thursdays Feldenkrais ‘Awareness 2515 1 Quaker 2Meetings at 7233Ward Through Movement’9Classes. Winlaw Whole School 7-8pm. St. Upstairs. 10a.m. 250-354First Class Free. Tyson 226- 3859. Everyone 3 welcome 1 6826 Texas Hold’em Poker at the Nelson Women’s Centre. Nelson Legion. 12p.m. Last Drop-in. Noon - 4p.m. Free Sunday of every month. 250-352clothing and food. 420 Mill St. 7727 250-352-9916 Mondays Toastmasters: Improve your 2 5Scottish8Country dancing 7 to 9 3 9 public speaking, communica- pm at the Central School Gym, tion and leadership skills. 2nd 811 Stanley Street. For more info and 4th Thursday 9 or June 3 Kathy at 359-7545 9 of every 4 contact month. www.toastmasters.ca at 352-1836. Acupuncture1for Addictions. 3 Pool Table Free drop-in 1 clinic. 9:30a.m. Bar and Grill 5 Nights, Finley’s2 Irish 2 Located at 333 Victoria St., 2nd Heritage Harmony Barbershop Floor. 250-505-7248 7 1 9 8 anyone! Tim 2 Chorus. Welcoming Fridays 250-825-9694 or John 250-352Gender Outlaws, a support 6892 3 6 for 2trans and Tuesdays 7 4 1 2 5 7 3 4 5 and social group gender diverse folks. 250-354Nelson’s Parkinson Support 1 2 8 4 5362 4 8 on the 3rd Tuesday 7 Group meets Saturdays of each month, 1:30 pm at 701 Meat Draws at Nelson (in Christie Lee 3 Gordon 1 Road 4 Bob 1 Legion. 3:30p.m., in beverage Hall). Contact at 250-229room with Karaoke after. 250- 2272. 5 8 6Breast Cancer Support 1 352-7727 6Group. The Nelson Scrabble Club Community First Health Comeets at 1p.m. 4Noon on3 8518 Lake 7 For1 further 1 op, 2 St.Alice 3every 9 information, please 9 call 2504th Tuesday. 250-352352-6936 6223Nadine 250-359-7777
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accepted fax, email or in person. Dr. D Kuiper 201 402 Baker, 98’ SUBARU LEGACY Nelson. Fax 250 352 2275, Wagon, AWD, 5-Speed, Great drkuiperdental@telus.net . Condition, Winter & Summer Internet tires/rims, 195,000km., $4,200, 250-229-5742 SEEKING HOURLY ASSIST/ 2007 HONDA CIVIC Hybrid. TRAINING for FTP/Wordpress 71,000 kms. Honda serviced. site and Facebook developExcellent fuel efficiency. Snow ment. Savvy student OK. Alan tires. $11,800. 250.229.4912. 551-5172
WINLAW. 3 BDR. 2 bath. 1500 sq/ft. Clean newer home. Appliances, electric heat. Beautiful view of Frog Peak. 40 minutes to Nelson, Castlegar and Trail. No indoor pets. N/S. Landlord reference required. 1200 + deposit. Sonja 250-265-0168
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BLACK DIAMOND DRIFT skis 186cm. New and unmounted, asking $550 OBO (paid $700) call 250-352-1806 NEW DYNAFIT TITAN Ultralights. Never used, to small for me size 27. My loss your gain. 250-354-8298 GIVE AWAY STATIONERY Bicycle - Bionex MCR 1400. You pick up 250-399-4718
ROOM FOR RENT in Lower Fairview to NON SMOKER. THERE¥S ONE THING miss- Vegetarian preferred. $375. 215/60R15 ARCTIC CLAW ing in my life: a KOMBUCHA Bob 250-352-6317 tires, set of 4 like new $300 MUSHROOM. Can you share ROOMS FOR RENT, YMIR: yours with me? 352-2026 Until May, 20mins from LOOKING FOR A 20 gallon or Nelson, 15 from Whitewater, Automotiveinc. 250-357Trucks/SUVs/Vans larger aquarium with supplies $450/mo., 0050. and accessories. Please call 90’ MITSUBISHI DELICA 250-354-4054 Sports Equipment 235,000KM 4WD diesel + turbo, Music & Dance ORTOVOX 3+ Seats 7. Detailed repair sheet New timing belt/water pump. YAMAHA ‘STAGE CUSTOM TRANSCEIVER Brand New Reliable. Travel-ready. $7,600 Advantage’ Drumkit. All cym- never used! PRICE: $285 OBO bals and hardware included! obo ($385 Retail) call 250Excellent condition. $1500 all 352-1806 Help Wanted in. 250-352-6784 NURSES & CERTIFIED Care 48 BASS ACCORDION for sale. Aides - Bayshore Home Health Price reduced due to musty is seeking casual on-call care smell: $125. (250) 352-1917. providers in the Nelson area. Click here to take our feedback survey Real Estate If you are empathetic, flexible, theExpressNewsUpdate have an outstanding work ethic, WATERFRONT ACCESS ON or go to www.surveymonkey.com/s/T2XX392 reliable vehicle and are commit- Slocan River!!! 3 bedroom ted to exceptional client care, we house on .23 acres $329,000. want to hear from you. Resumes Contact 250-355-2533 or to shgeekie@bayshore.ca slocanlakecottage@live.ca KSCL IS LOOKING for someRentals one to do homeshare with an Click here to submit your individual with developmental NEW TINY CABIN for rent on press release disabilities in his home. The Granite Rd. $600/month incluto theExpressNewsUpdate sive. Private with beautiful view. homeshare provider would be 509-0273 living 24-7 in his home. This contract would include respite FOR RENT - Available Feb. money, and daytime staffing 1st. Large, Bright 1bedroom Place a hours at 5 hours a day 5 days ground level suite, with lake a week. Anyone interested views, on a quiet dead end please contact KSCL by email street in uphill/hospital area of at bigbykscl@telus.net, or fax Nelson. Suitable for single proin theExpressNewsUpdate at 250-352-0867. fessional or couple. N/S $900 Click here DENTAL HYGIENIST: PART a month includes Utilities, W/D time position available for & Internet. Call 250-354-1662 or go to: https://secure.awe-hosting.com/express-secure/classified.php Nelson Dental office. Resumes to View
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