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Opera KHAOS outstanding! Friday, Mar. 9 to Sunday, Mar. 11 KHAOS is a re-imagining of the Greek myth of Demeter and Persephone set in a contemporary world of climate change and looming global disaster. The opera asks the question “What if a civilization’s greed and need for “progress” prevent Persephone from returning to Earth to console her grieving mother? Would
Demeter’s grief and rage end life on earth as we know it?” The world premiere production of this exciting new opera is being presented by Nelson Community Opera. The production has a cast of 42 singers and instrumentalists and one solo dancer and a behind the scenes crew of over 15 designers, directors and
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technicians. KHAOS was commissioned in 2009 by Nelson’s Amy Ferguson Institute and created by local composer, Don Macdonald and local playwright, Nicola Harwood. For information on show times and tickets visit www.capitoltheatre. bc.ca or call 250-352-6363
“Spring Ahead” 1 hour, Sunday, Mar. 11 at 2 a.m.
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Co-op will extend lease to Extra Foods Since news of the Co-op’s purchase of the 708 Vernon St. Property was announced to members on February 13, the Kootenay Co-op has been gathering feedback from member, owners and the larger community. “The feedback has been very enthusiastic overall. Our current facility exceeded its capacity years ago. As we continue to grow, the need for a larger downtown space with parking has been a clear priority for the majority of our members,” says General Manager Deirdrie Lang.
Criticism of the move has been primarily in the form of expressions of concern for the staff of Extra Foods. “We live in a very caring community and that’s what people are expressing,” says Marketing & Outreach Manager Jocelyn Carver. “We share the concern for the Extra Food staff.” “It’s important to understand that the Co-op did not terminate the Extra Foods lease,” clarifies Project Manager Russell Precious. “The lease was terminated because the property owner
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chose not to renew it. The property owners have their own reasons for deciding to sell the property instead.” However, the sale of the property does not necessarily mean the imminent closure of Extra Foods. “We recognize the impact of those job losses.” says Lang. For that reason, she explained, the Coop has contacted the Regional Vice President of Loblaws and offered to negotiate a shortterm lease on the property that would allow Extra Foods to continue operating for another 6 – 12 months. This would
Osprey launches project to benefit seniors
Osprey Community Foundation is initiating a project that could make life a little easier for struggling local seniors wishing to live independently for as long as possible. Osprey is currently soliciting proposals for a three-year, $270,000 pilot project that will be jointly funded by the community foundation and Columbia Basin Trust (CBT). CBT will be contributing $100,000 in funding over a three-year period. The project will tackle some of the priorities that emerged from an assessment of seniors’ needs that Osprey undertook
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also help shorten the time between when jobs are lost and new jobs are created. Relocation of the Co-op will be a year or two into the future. The Co-op will be seeking member input and expects there will be multiple opportunities for member and community participation. The next opportunity for member input regarding the redevelopment will be at a Special General Meeting, March 19 at 7pm at the Best Western Baker Street Inn. All members are encouraged to attend.
last winter. In particular, it will address the a difference to people living here.” need for improved access to community To see a copy of the RFP “Creating an support services. Age-Friendly Community: Addressing the Osprey has now launched the next Needs of Seniors in Nelson and Area” as step: soliciting proposals to take the results well as the assessment reports: “Creating of this assessment and put something on an Age-Friendly Community: Assessing the ground to achieve positive results for Needs and Priorities,” go to www.ospreyseniors. communityfoundation.ca. Closing date “Of course we can’t provide everyfor proposals is April 20th, 2012. A meet����������������������������� thing people would like within this bud- ing of potential bidders is scheduled for get, but this is an important first step to March 14 at 1 p.m. getting there,” says Ames, who co-chairs For further information, contact Vivien the foundation’s Grants Committee. “It’s Bowers, Executive Director of Osprey also an example of how donations to Community Foundation, at 250-352-3643 Osprey Community Foundation can make or ED@ospreycommunityfoundation.ca.
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Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) is accepting applications for two of its community service award programs. Valued at $2,000 and based on volunteer service rather than academic standing, there are up to 66 awards to be given out. College Community Service Awards (CCSA) and Youth Community Service Awards (YCSA) are intended to benefit Basin students who plan to further their edu-
cation. Deadlines are March 15 and April 13. More details can be found online at www. cbt.org/programs. CCSA applications are available at each college and online at www.cbt.org/ccsa. YCSA applications are available at local high schools and online at www.cbt.org/ycsa. For more information on the award or application process, contact Michelle d’Entremont at mdentremont@cbt.org or 1.800.505.8998.
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Digital history launch celebrates International Women’s Day
Festivities will take place on Sunday, Mar. 11, from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. at Touchstones Museum, located at 502 Vernon St. in Nelson The West Kootenay Women’s years of women’s festivals, conferences writers, poets and musicians performing Association’s Digital History Project and forums. This archive illustrates the at the women’s festivals. is excited to announce the launch of efforts of women in this vibrant region in The West Kootenay Women’s the audio and video components of its working towards an equitable society. Association’s Digital History Project digital archive, in time for International As of March 7, audio and video is funded in part through the BC150 Women’s Day celebrations. recordings documenting this rich and Heritage Legacy Fund, the Barber There will be light refreshments and important history will also be available Historical Digitization Program at UBC, a presentation of the new material on the on the website. Video highlights include and the Kootenay Columbia Cultural archive. Everyone is welcome. Kootenay matriarch Audrey Moore Alliance. www.KootenayFeminism.com is an speaking about the challenges of being For more information, please conaward-winning, publicly accessible digi- the area’s longest serving female mayor. tact: Marcia Braundy at 250 226 7624, tal archive of the history of feminism in The digital archive also celebrates the kootenay_feminism@nelsonwomenscen B.C.‘s West Kootenays. It documents 40 prodigious talents of Kootenay women tre.com
Yogathon supports women in Nairobi
A young girl does the tree pose at a Yoga Club in Nairob. Kukua Pamoja is a young women’s group operating in the slums east of Nairobi. The group is housed by ANKORS
Sunday, March 11. 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Studio Alive, 1209 Falls Street, Nelson Yoga enthusiasts and teachers will (Laughter Yoga); 5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. join together in support of a women’s Jamie Makena MacBeth (Partner Yoga group in Nairobi. Kukua Pamoja is a and Basic AcroYoga 101) and at 6:30pm young women’s group operating in the - onwards...potluck/tea finish slums east of Nairobi and focuses on Open to Anyone. $25 minimum sexual and preventative health education, pledge to participate. Choose one class or life skills trainings, income generating attend as many as you like. Pledge forms projects and runs a feeding program for can be picked up at Shanti Yoga Works, over 115 children affected by HIV. KP is the Yoga Loft, ANKORS and the Moving housed by ANKORS. Centre. Pledge forms can also be printed The day’s events will happen as fol- from the ANKORS website, ankors.bc.ca lows: 10 a.m. registration, welcome and Amazing prizes for the highest pledgvideo clip for KP; 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 es, and pledges over $20 can recieve a a.m. - Elissa Gumushel (Anasaura Yoga); tax reciept! See you out there at this great 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., Sat Kaur Khalsa cause! (Kundalini Yoga); 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. https://www.facebook.com/pages/ lunch break (there will be snacks, but Kukua-Pamoja-Eastlands/219171304760 not full lunch); 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m. - Jenna 827 kukua pamoja facebook page. Arpita Shea (Traditional Hatha Flow); h t t p s : / / w w w. f a c e b o o k . c o m / 3:15 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. - Lea Belcourt events/268326499902644/
Women’s Day Brunch Sunday, Mar. 11, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Hume Room at the Hume Hotel The Nelson-Creston NDP Constituency Association presents the 3rd Annual IWD Brunch featuring MLA Michelle Mungall and City of Nelson Councillor Donna Macdonald. A beautiful brunch will be followed by a talk-show style interview of Councillor
Macdonald by MLA Mungall. There will also be a silent and live auction. Tickets can be purchased in advance only, $35, at BC Wineguys at 410 Kootenay St. and Lonnie’s Lingerie at 464 Baker St. both in Nelson. Call 250-509-0909 for more information.
Working for Equality Everyday A Strong Voice Standing Up For You www.michellemungall.ca 1-877-388-4498
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First annual Skijoring event
Sunday, March 11, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. 4635 Blewett Rd. West Kootenay riding programs offered by Therapeutic Riding WKTRA. Pauline Lamb and Association is hosting their the band will be showcased first annual Skijoring Event at so bring your stomping boots the Nelson and District Riding and hearty spirits to enjoy Club grounds this coming the music. Draws for 50/50 Sunday March 11. Skijoring tickets will be sold on site. is an up and coming winter Carrots and apples will be sport for skiers and snow- available so kids can treat the boarders alike. Come, watch horses, meet them up close and be part of the excitement and have pictures taken for a as the snow flies from the donation. hooves of galloping horses Hold onto your hats as while participants compete the snow will be flying and for cash and prizes . excitement will be high. Hot food will be for sale For more information, at the Nelson Lions Club con- contact www.kootenayridingcession to raise funds for therapy.org
Kat Burkhardt riding a horse named Latte pulls Josh Ross on a snowboard preparing for this weekend’s Skijoring event
How can Molybdenum be used to reduce pollution? dr. science Christine Humphries
Sulfur dioxide emissions from the combustion of fuel have a serious impact on our health and on the environment in the form of acid rain. This is why environmental agencies and the petroleum industry have been trying for years to reduce the sulfur content of petroleum products. A chemical process called hydrodesulfurization (HDS) catalysis is used to remove
sulfur compounds from petroleum. This chemical reaction involves hydrogen and a catalyst called Molybdenum. (A catalyst triggers or accelerates a chemical reaction.) Molybdenum is a chemical element (symbol Mo, atomic number 42); it is a grey metallic transition metal that has a very high melting point. Its natural source is often molybdenite (MoS2) which can be mined directly or as a by-product of copper mining. The only mine in Canada that mines Molybdenum directly is located in BC. Although we hear a lot about gold and
copper mining in BC, Molybdenum represents an astounding 28% of BC’s mining revenue. Besides its use as a catalyst, Molybdenum is also used as a lubricant, especially at high temperatures. It is also often used as an alloy because Molybdenum alloys are highly heat resistant, strong and corrosion-resistant. These Molybdenum alloys are used in aircraft and missile parts, in pipelines and in filaments. So much for prospecting for gold, we should all be looking for Molybdenum!
Dr. Science is in real life, Dr. Christine Humphries, a molecular biologist
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Opening night at the new Express venue a success By Erica Fletcher After a month of hard work, the staff and crew of the Express can finally relax after a very successful sold out show for the Tania Gill Quartet, Monday, Mar. 5. “The stage was set, the lights were dimmed, the place was packed and Jazz filled the air,” says owner/ publisher, Nelson Becker. “I was overwhelmed and taken back not only by the music, but by the support of the community. We really weren’t sure what to expect, but come showtime with a packed house of 50 people, I knew it was going to be a magical evening.” This event was a sooft openign to give us time to assess what further renova-
tions and improvemtns we can make. The venue with open officially in a month. Becker hopes to host more jazz, folk and contemporary music while also offering a place for spoken word, comedy and and other varieties of smaller shows. The space is also appropriate for workshops and meetings. “I would like to personally thank all that came down to the show, and hope you had as great a time as I did,” says Becker. For more information about future shows, and how to book the space contactt the Express at 250-354-3910 or email express@expressnews. bc.ca
Dance for a cause with the Shimmy Mob Saturday, May. 12 Baker Street, Nelson Belly dance history in the making. The Shimmy Mob, a “Flash Mob” type event is the largest event of its kind by the number of geographical territory covered in one day and raising funds for Women’s and Children’s shelters in participating communities. Last year they broke the record with number of dancers and money raised and hope to beat the record again this year. The Shimmy Mob is inviting trained dancers of all backgrounds to participate. This “flash mob” event brings the joy of dance to the community and raises awareness and funds for abused women’s and chil-
dren’s shelters . Participants register on line at www.shimmymob.com, and order their “Shimmy Mob Kit” which includes links to online videos of the choreography breakdown, and a “Shimmy Mob” tshirt to wear on the day of the event. Instructional workshops will be led by Shauna Robertson, from Soul Fire Dance, for those who need assistance learning the moves. Rehearsals will be free of charge and take place in late April and May. For local information or to contact Shauna, the City Team Leader, visit www. SoulFireDance.webs.com
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Music Industry Night
Thursday, Mar. 15, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Finley’s Irish Bar & Grill. Special invite to all between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. local musicians, bands, artTo book a free table for ists, media, radio, recording, merch or your music prodmusic agents and DJ’s that ucts phone Finley’s pub at are involved in the music 250-352-5121. industry. At 9 p.m., local prog/ A special visit by a rockers “Almanak” will perVancouver music agent will form a live show from the checkout bands and artists’ band’s newest CD. After recorded material and videos that, the headline group from looking for future bands for Vancouver “Redeye Empire” his music company’s roster. will perform a set of ska/ A social get together rock/reggae/surf based origistarting at 6 p.m. with fin- nals from the band’s last CD ger food munchies, displays, release “Last chance for sunmerch tables and music shine.” video showcases from local Tickets for the Music bands. Any bands that come industry night are $5, at 9 are welcome to bring merch p.m. a cover charge of $10 they have to sell and also any will apply. Advance tickmusic videos that they would ets availbale at Finley’s and like to share on the big screen Eddies Music
Shred Kelly with Steven William Foord Saturday, Mar. 10, 9 p.m. at the Royal Shred Kelly is a formulation of friends and foot stompin’ good times born in the East Kootenay’s of British Columbia. Hailing from the town of Fernie, the six-piece band is best known for mixing clawhammer banjo riffs that tear the fabric of space and time with a ghostly mandolin, high voltage guitars, fierce drums, and hauntingly sweet harmonies to produce a sound that has been properly coined “Stoke Folk”. Steven William Foord will open the show. Tickets are $10 and available at www.liveattheroyal. com, Urban Legends and Eddy Music. Doors at 9pm.
Sarah Calvert will be playing with four other artists at Ellison’s Cafe
Fox, Lokanathan, Soroka, Reichert and Calvert Saturday, Mar. 10, noon to 4 p.m. at Ellison’s Cafe & Market The Unplugged Sessions bourine and banjo. are hosting an unprecedented An extra hour* has been fivetouringsinger/songwriters added to fit in Toronto based in a four hour session. Corwin multi-instrumentalist Sarah Fox, Raghu Lokanathan and Calvert who’s studied at Dave Soroka, three accom- our Selkirk Music Program. plished artists in the Canadian She’ll perform on guitar, harfolk music scene will fill the monica and piano. Sarah’s first half. known to mix blues, jazz, Pernell Reichert brings bluegrass and country. fast finger picking numhttp://www.facebook. bers that keep the listener com/pages/Ellisons-Cafeintrigued. He’ll perform on A c o u s t i c - U n p l u g g e d guitar, harmonica, foot tam- Sessions/134317453293369
Fashion making a difference
Friday, Mar. 23, 8 p.m. at Finleys The Nelson Refugee Committee is hosting a spring active-wear fashion show from select stores in Nelson. This special night is in support of two young women from Burma resettling in Nelson. Hsa Moo and Htoo Paw have spent most of their lives behind barbed wire in a refugee camp. Tickets $10 at Otters or $15 at the door. For more information, contact 250-505-5581
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Last week’s survey responses What kind of entertaiment would you like to see at the new Express venue? What kinds of entertainment would you like to see at the Express? COMEDY Puppet shows INDOOR mini golf WE moved to this community expecting to find cozy jazz and folk clubs to attend regularly. Bitterly disappointed to find none. Only bars with heavy rock music. LIVE Acoustic music n i g ht “ Pe r f o r m e r s Showcase” with 3 performers based on a format successfully used in Vancouver. Contact Billy Jones for info 250-352-5345 I think that a comedy show might fit in well. MAGICIANS, jugglers and contourtionists!
NELSON doesn’t seem to have any small intimate night time music venues and I personally do not really feel comfortable going to the local bars and pubs. Don’t get me wrong, they are great places just not what IO am looking for. If you could offer a consistant access to quality music.... consider me a regular. YOU should make it be a place where people can bring in their videos and documentaries (even slideshows) of their travels A petting zoo? CULT films
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Poetry 3% Live Music 42%
Films 33% Talks 12%
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Opinion&Editorial Social networks could change the world Earlier this week, social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, and YouTube exploded with a video entitled “KONY 2012”. I, along with millions of other youth worldwide, watched the 29-minute video and found myself in an emotional state desperate to do something. Essentially, the video is a short overview of the Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) in Uganda, describing their leader Joseph Kony as the instigator of multiple crimes against humanity such as abduction of children from countless settlements in Uganda and forcing them into becoming child soldiers for the LRA, murdering, mutilating, and raping wherever they went. The video sparks a fuel in any viewer, as it states that the “expiration date” to find Kony and make him pay for his crimes is December 31st, 2012 and in order to find Kony he must become an internationally recognized face, or celebrity. However, the controversial film has sparked thousands of online debates as to what its creThis week’s EXPRESS
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ator and founder of the organization Invisible Children really is aiming for. The main question which has arisen is that while everyone is now aware of the crimes Kony has committed due to the video going viral, he has been consistently kidnapping children for more than 25 years and there has been little international interest apparent. More recently, Uganda has had less issues with Kony in the past five years as he has moved into the nearby DRC and Sudan yet there is no mention of the perils children are facing there. Additionally, what purpose would it serve to find Kony and imprison him? The film implies that this will eradicate child abduction completely, yet to take away the leader does not necessarily implicate that the entire practice would be abolished. There is much international online feuding and debating which, as a young person, is constant food for thought and rising awareness- not necessarily everything we are told that inspires deep emotion such as KONY 2012 is veritable.
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Dear Editor, I am writing this letter in response to the increasingly obvious reports by media sources that the Robocall election fraud is not an isolated incident in a couple of ridings. Dozens of ridings that were identified as key swing ridings saw a systematic campaign to mislead and confuse non-Conservative voters. I ask Elections Canada and the RCMP to follow the money and data base trail of this story. Who paid for this and where did they get their information from? This was a coordinated complex campaign of harrassment and intimidation of Canadian voters. We need a full, immediate and publicly accountable investigation in all of the affected ridings. Our system is in jeopardy and we need basic integrity restored. This is far more than a few dirty tricks the Harper party is trying to label it. Electoral crime is fraud punishable by law. Canada needs an accountable government. We need new elections if our governing party is found responsible for this fraud. Sincerely, Bryhre K. Cormack Nelson
Fishheads and Flowers Fish Heads of festering flounders, on those businesses that lay off reputable, responsible staff....in order to replace them with incompetant, lazy family members. How unfair, and cruel! Signed: watchin’ your business go down hill
Robin Murray
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Flowers to the super guy who was walking on the rail trail with his shovel and cleaning up the dog poop. Fishheads to the dog owners who never clean up their dogs poop on the trail. Signed: Gratefulo for your efforts Flowers to the thoughtful person who was accidentally given a signed copy of my father’s book. Thanks you so very much for returning it. We would be very happy to give you another copy, we have plenty and it would be our sincerest pleasure. Signed: Forever grateful
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Mike Seminoff Mike Seminoff passed away March 6, 2012; in the very same home he was born in, his loving family by his side. Born at Willow Point, BC on August 4, 1942; Mike spent much of his childhood exploring the same mountains that he continued to enjoy all through his life. Mike was always happiest snowmobiling on Meadow Mountain. Mike learned to ride in 1969 and continued until his last ride on Boxing Day 2011, spent with his family. A love of all things with engines led to both a career and a lifestyle for Mike. Mike competed in snowmobile racing, stock car racing and drag racing. An automotive mechanic by trade, he began by working at Downtown Texaco and Acklands Machine Shop before owning a number of businesses of his own. A natural entrepreneur, Mike owned Kokanee Chevron and was a partner in Lakeview Motors until his love of snowmobiling led him to open his own motorsports dealership. Mike opened Kootenay Sleds and Wheels in 1978 where he worked until he sold the business and retired in 2004. Mike also enjoyed hot rods; after he retired he worked endlessly at restoring a 1957 Chevy Wagon, which he entered in various car shows.
Mike is survived by his wife Sandra (McDonald), sons Aaron (Jen) and Shawn (Michelle). He is also survived by his grandchildren, Lauren (Aaron); Chelsea (Dan); Ryan; and Jared (Sam) Seminoff; brothers Bill (Jean) of Vancouver; Nick (Darlene) of Sayward BC; sisters Vera of Lethbridge and Elly of Pass Creek. Mike was predeceased by his parents Nick and Mary Seminoff; brothers Nick and Sam and his in-laws Alec and Betty McDonald. As per Mike’s wishes there will be no service. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Mike’s name to the Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation, 3 View Street, Nelson, BC V1L 9Z9 Grandpa: You were the reason I got to ride and race dirt bikes and snowmobiles all through my life. Your passion for motorsports paved the way for all of us to grow up riding and racing, and for my dad to eventually follow in your footsteps. You were my first boss, teaching me to work hard, leading by example. You were respected by all who knew you and will be missed by your friends and family. You lived a good life, accomplishing your goals all the way until the end. Ride on, Grandpa. Written by LS
Robert Gordon Bjerg Robert Gordon Bjerg, 66 of Slocan British Columbia, passed peacefully February 14th, 2012. He was born August 3rd, 1945 in Slocan BC, the son of the late Nick and Ida Bjerg. He grew up hunting and fishing in the Slocan Valley and on February 6th, 1971 married his surviving wife Linda Fredrickson Bjerg. In years following he became a proud father to his daughter Charlene and then his son Robert James (Bo). He worked for Slocan Forest Products Ltd as a driller and blaster for over 30 years until his retirement. Even in retirement Robert couldn’t slow down. He continued working for KC Drilling and Blasting and working Cominco shutdowns with the Local 911 for CIMS. Although he kept busy with work you could not keep him away from the local lakes where he was often found teaching his four grandchildren the tools of the trade. The
families’ most cherished moments were the great camping trips with grandma and grandpa to Beaver Lake. His love of hunting was shared with his daughter with whom he spent many hours trekking through the woods. His son Bo inherited his love of fishing and shared many hours trading tales with his father. Robert was a generous person always willing to offer a helping hand or to take a new friend out for a fishing trip. He is survived by his wife Linda of Slocan BC, daughter and son-in law, Charlene and Ed Strelaeff of Castlegar BC, son Bo of Slocan BC , grandchildren Shianne, Brooklynn, Dylan and Brynn, sister and brother-in-law Louise and Ken Osborn of Dease Lake BC and brother Paul Bjerg of Sorrento BC A celebration of life will be held in the spring at the Slocan Legion Hall in Slocan BC on May 26th, 2012 from 1pm to 3pm.
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Live music
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The Fugitives w/ Rhoneil. The Royal. Tickets $10 available at The Royal, Urban Legends and www.liveattheroyal.com. 8pm. Modern Folk Quartet. The Funk Hunters (Live AV Set!) @ Spiritbar. 10 p.m. Armed with 4-turntables and the unique ability to create live mashups and remixes, their DJ sets standout. Seamlessly blending original productions with everything from HipHop to Funk, Disco to House, Dubstep to DnB, and everything in between. Tickets are $10 for the first 100. All Request DJ. Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill
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and user-friendly track selection with el Jimador’s trick-heavy Sarah & Rich at the Library style and beats bleeding with Lounge. 6 p.m. to 10p.m. bass-heavy bounce. $5 (only) at Tues. Mar. 13 the door! Melissa Bandura & Bow and Sat. Mar. 17 Antler (Early show) w/ DJ Von Butcher and the Redneck Rabs (Late show). The Royal. Ragers. The Royal. No Cover! No Cover. Doors open 9pm. Doors open 9pm. The Royal & Indie String Folk served not Whitewater Ski Resort present so straight up and one that’s Von Butcher and the Redneck Melissa Bandura’s alternative Ragers! Join us for a free St. folk songs that will be on her Patty’s Day celebration as Von very soon to be released cd, Butcher and the Redneck Ragers see puzzle on page 10 Dark Dreams. (and their many instruments) Cliff Maddix and friends 6p.m. treat your ears with an eveThe Library Lounge ning of danceable foot stompin’ music! Wed. Mar. 14 Wakcutt St. Patty’s @ the Variety Shows w/ Estevan and Tracy Lynn. The Royal. 8:30 Spiritbar. 10 p.m. St Patty’s p.m. Come to listen, come to falls on a Saturday this year? Yikes, gonna be a big one with play! The stage is open. the master DJ from the East Paul Landsberg at the Library Kootenay brethren. 5 bucks at Lounge. 6p.m. to 10p.m. the door. Raise a pint for St Thurs. Mar. 15 Patty! Opening DJ is Deeps! Kiyo Elkuf and friends at the Sun. Mar. 18 Library Lounge. 6p.m. to 10 Niko Difficulty at theLevel Hume Library sk9E000430 Difficulty Level - Medium Sudoku Classic - Easy Sudoku Classic p.m. Lounge. 6p.m. to 10p.m. Monthly showcase of local talKaraoke. Finley’s Irish Bar ent. The Royal. Tickets $5 at the and Grill. 9p.m. door. Doors open 9pm. All Request DJ. Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill
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Sweatshop Union at the Spiritbar. 10 p.m. Sweatshop Union’s style of conscious lyrics, highly musical beats, and high energy live shows that far surpass the average hip hop concert. Tickets $10 in advance, available at the Hume front desk. 5 Touring Singer/songwriters 12*4* @ Ellison’s Cafe, Corwin Fox, Raghu Lokanathan, Dave Soroka, Pernel Reichert & Sarah Calvert! Shred Kelly. The Royal. Doors open 9pm. Foot stompin’ good times. Tickets $10 available at Fri. Mar. 16 The Royal, Urban Legends, Eddy BA Johnston w/ Drunk Uncle. Music and www.liveattheroyal. The Royal. Tickets $7 at the com door. Doors open 9pm. Musical funnyman will be sharing some Sun. Mar. 11 Acres of Lions w/ Almanak. of his latest works of hilarDoors open 7pm. Pop-rock band. ity! You’ll be laughing from the moment he walks on stage. Tickets $5 at the door Drunk Uncle will open the Niko at the Hume Library show. Lounge. 6p.m. to 10p.m. el Jimador & dj Just-B @ Karaoke. Finley’s Irish Bar and Spirit Bar. 10 p.m. DJ JustGrill. 9p.m. B’s smooth mixing technique
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local dragon boat team, learn the basics of paddling, get fit KHAOS opera. The Capitol and have fun! For more inforTheatre. For more information mation: Dorothy Hatto (250) ticket prices and show times visit 551-3104 www.capitoltheatre.bc.caFri.
Thurs. Mar. 15 Studio Alive, 1209 Falls Street, Nelson Once upon a Leprechaun. 4 First annual Skijoring event. p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at the Capiol 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. 4635 Blewett Theatre. Covenant Church , 702 Stanley St., Nelson, BC Rd.
KHAOS opera. The Capitol Theatre. For more information ticket prices and show times visit www.capitoltheatre.bc.caFri. M Kootenay Rhythm Dragons Membership Drive. 10:00 noon. Community First Health Co-op Building in Nelson. 518 Lake Street. All women are welcome to join Nelson’s
KHAOS opera. The Capitol Theatre. For more information ticket prices and show times visit www.capitoltheatre.bc.caF Women’s Day Brunch. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Hume Room at the Hume Hotel. Call 250-5090909 for more information. Yogathon supports women in Nairobi. 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Nelson District Rod and Gun Hiphop Workshop. At Studio Alive from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Club Annual Banquet and Fundraiser Night. 801 Railway No experience necessary. Street, Nelson. Happy Hour Wed. Mar. 14 and Fundraiser 5:30 -- Dinner Forest Art for Kids, Kokanee 6:30 Tickets available February Park. A day of outdoor explo- 7 at Nelson Farmers Supply ( ration and creativity. $30 and club members ) Early bird Contact: 250.352.6346/Judith_ $25 , junior $15 at door $30 robertson@hotmail.com Information -- Gerry 357 9309
Wednesdays Alzheimers/ Dementia Caregiver support group meetings. 2nd Wednesday Monthly. 7 p.m. Call 250-352-6788 or email Lhoskin@alzheimerbc. org for more info. Nelson Women’s Centre Dropin. Noon - 4p.m. Free clothing and food. 420 Mill St. 250352-9916 Darts at the Nelson Legion. 7:30p.m. 250-352-7727 Girls’ Night with MargaretAnn at the Youth Centre. 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. 608 Lake St. ph. 250-352-5656 Nelson & Area Elder Abuse Prevention Resource Centre. From 1200 - 2pm 719 Vernon St. www.nelsonelderabuseprevention.org or phone 250352-6000 Thursdays Skate Lessons at the Youth Centre
Toastmasters: Improve your public speaking, communication and leadership skills. 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month. www. toastmasters.or Nelson Women’s Centre. Dropin. Noon - 4p.m. Free clothing and food. 420 Mill St. 250-352-9916 Acupuncture for Addictions. Free drop-in clinic. 9:30a.m. Located at 333 Victoria St., 2nd Floor. 250505-7248 Fridays Gender Outlaws, a support and social group for trans and gender diverse folks. 250-354-5362 Saturdays Meat Draws at Nelson Legion. 3:30p.m., in beverage room with Karaoke after. 250-352-7727 The Nelson Scrabble Club meets at 1p.m. For further information, please call 250-352-6936 Sundays St. John’s Lutheran Church Service. Everyone welcome to
4p.m. worship. 321 Silica St. 250354-3308 Nelson United Church Service. 10 a.m. All are welcome. 602 Silica St. 250-352-2822 Cribbage at the Legion beverage room, 12:45p.m. 250-3527727 Ascension Lutheran Church Service 10:15a.m. 1805 Silverking Rd. All are welcome. 250-3522515 Quaker Meeting 4th Sunday of each month in Winlaw. 11 a.m. Phone 250-226-6701. Everyone welcome. Texas Hold’em Poker at the Nelson Legion. 12p.m. Last Sunday of every month. 250-3527727 Mondays Scottish Country dancing 7 to 9 pm at the Central School Gym, 811 Stanley Street. For more info contact Kathy at 359-7545 or June at 352-1836.
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