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Friday, Dec. 21, 2012 Vol. 2, No. 48

Firefighters on a roof

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Nelson Fire Fighters begin their 54 hour rooftop camp out on Thursday, Dec. 20, on the roof of the Nelson Safeway building by Robin Murray

Nelson Fire Fighters will be camping out on the Nelson Safeway roof from Thursday, Dec. 20 to Saturday, Dec. 22 to raise money and awareness for Muscular Dystrophy. All the funds that the firefighters raise will stay in BC and goes towards helping those

with Muscular Dystrophy live a better life by “buying them equipment to get around and outfitting their homes to help them facilitate everyday life,” says firefighter Martin Ouelette. When asked why the firefighters choose to do this in the winter, Ouelette responded saying “People with Muscular Dystrophy suffer quite

a bit. For us to endure the cold for a couple of days is not so bad.” Community members can donate to the campaign by going down to Safeway to meet the firefighters in person or by going to: http://www.muscle.ca/western-canada/home.html

and clicking the Nelson Fire Fighter Rooftop Campout link.

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High school students to participate in exchange program L.V. Rogers Secondary been accepted to participate in the 2013 YMCA Youth Exchanges Program this coming winter/spring! Sixteen students from Grades 9-12 will host students from Chief Julius School, Fort McPherson, NT in early February. The intrepid group will then be heading north in early April to engage in new experiences and learn about First Nations culture, geography, and life in the north. The group has been busily planning fundraising events and activities for the arrival of 14 Dene students in early February. The LVR group will spend six days in Fort McPherson in mid-April. The group has also planned to shoot a small film documenting the entire event with the help of local filmmaker, Amy Bohigian. submitted by L.V. Rogers Secondary School

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Adventurous Grade 9-12 students from L.V. Rogers Secondary are excited about their upcoming exchange program.

Free bus rides on New Years Eve

BC Transit and the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary are getting into the holiday spirit with FREE RIDES on New Year’s Eve after 6:30 pm. until 3 a.m. BC Transit holiday schedule changes include: Monday, Dec. 24 – regular weekday schedule Tuesday, Dec. 25 – no service Wednesday, Dec. 26 – Ski Bus only Monday, Dec. 31 – regular weekday service & Ski Bus service, plus free rides from 6:30 pm to 3 am Tuesday, Jan. 1 - Ski Bus only For more information on transit in the Kootenay Boundary region please call 250.364.0261 or consult our website www.bctransit.com/regions/kob submitted by BC Transit

THANK YOU NELSON FOR THIS AMAZING 2012! The West Kootenays Francphone Associa�on (AFKO) would like to take this opportunity to express our sincerest apprecia�on to the Nelson Community. We have been fortunate through this year 2012, to work with you:               

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Kootenay Coop Radio Nelson Library Franc Départ (Strong Start) Au Soleil Levant Bakery CBT and Nelson Credit Union Nelson Chamber of commerce Selkirk College Canadian Parents for French Trafalgar Winter Carnaval LVR French immersion classes Alex Atamanenko The Royal on Baker White Water Ski Resort The Expression and great support from many businesses and local medias

Without you the french culture will not be as vibrant. Thank you to all de Francophiles and Anglophones who enjoy the french language and ac�vi�es , you make the diﬀerence! MERCI et BONNE ANNÉE 2013!

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Nelson Scouts learn about technology first-hand

Nelson Scouts recently visited the local technology “hackerpace” at the Nelson Tech Club (NTC) and were given a tour which included demonstration of a 3D Plastic Printer and a Laser Cutter. The NTC offer’s a public meeting every Wednesday night at Selkirk College Tenth Street Campus - Annex Building in which members of all ages and skill levels learn about computer programming, electronics and robotics. The local scouts group experienced first-hand how the two pieces SUBMITTED of equipment allow students to turn digital designs into real-world objects. Nelson Scouts recently attended the local “hackerpace” and toured the college facilities which included a 3D Jason Taylor, Chair - School of the Printer and Laser Cutter. Arts and Brad Pommen, President of the NTC were on hand to demonstrate club and the college audience. For visit www.nelson-tech-club.info. submitted by the Nelson Tech Club the technology offered by the tech more information on the NTC, please

Transition Nelson Society part of prize-winning network Transition Network has won the 2012 European Economic and Social Committee’s Civil Society Prize and last week in Brussels Filipa Pimentel, the European Coordinator of Transition Network, accepted the award on behalf of the 500 Transition community groups that are active in 23 European countries. The theme of the 2012 prize was ‘Innovate for a sustainable Europe!’ The Transition model helps communities come together to develop the capability to provide most of its essential needs—food, energy, water and raw materials—from a number of

local sources. The model ensures that in the event of a system failure, communities can look after themselves. One of the most striking characteristics of Transition initiatives is their positivity and creativity; the process is purposely designed to be non-threatening and engaging, so people feel at ease to explore different ideas and approaches. Dr. Andre Piver, spokesperson of the Transition Nelson Society Board congratulates the international network and expresses warm best wishes to our community. He states that “The Nelson Good Neighbours Free

Community mediation program and leadership at the Nelson Cross-sectoral table are part of our accomplishments in 2012. Re-skilling, Regional Food Security and Transition Streets programs are identified foci for 2013. Our mission specifically recognizes the crucial nature of relationships and collaboration rather than duplication or competition when we act at a local and regional level”. More information about this local initiative and the possibility of joining can be found at: <www.transitionnelson.org> submitted by the Transition Nelson Society

Tuition support for unemployed increased by up to $3500 per person The B.C. Government has announced an increase in the tuition cap for eligible unemployed British Columbians accessing skills training through the Employment Program of BC. That means job seekers accessing services through both Kootenay Career Development Society/

WorkBC Employment Services Centres in Nelson may now be eligible for up to a maximum of $7,500 in tuition funding for skills training. Previously, tuition support was capped at $4,000. Visit the Kootenay Career Development Society/WorkBC

Employment Services Centres in Nelson at 514 Vernon Street, or, at 86 Baker Street across from the Railway Station building. Call us at 250-3526200/Toll Free is 1-877-952-6200 for more information. submitted by Kootenay Career Development

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Hit and Run property damage reported in Salmo On December 14 around 9 p.m. a vehicle ran into a residential fence and also hit a parked vehi-

cle at the residence. This occurred on Cottonwood Ave in Salmo, BC and the suspect vehicle is described

as a small dark coloured car. Salmo RCMP at 250-357If you have any informa- 2212 or Crimestoppers. tion on this file or suspect submitted by the vehicle, please contact the Salmo RCMP

Nelson Police Reports: idle crash, minor accident, road checks On December 13 at 11:43 a.m., a Nelson motorist attended the front counter to report that his unattended vehicle in Uphill collided with a fence. The owner of the vehicle advised that he left his vehicle running and unattended and returned a few minutes later to find it was gone. The Nelson resident discovered that the vehicle had smashed through a fence and it had come to rest in the front yard of another home. Nelson Police attended and determined that the damage to the fence was approximately $1500 dollars. Police are reminding the public to never leave

an insecure or running vehicle unattended. Not only is this an offence under the Motor Vehicle Act, it is also a public safety issue. Police are thankful that there were no injuries in this incident. On December 14 at 2:19 p.m., an 81 yearold driver accidentally pushed on the gas pedal instead of the brake pedal while proceeding out of the mall parking lot. The driver claimed that her foot then became wedged against the gas pedal and caused her to lose control. She collided with an unattended vehicle which was pushed into the side

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of another vehicle which then pushed into another vehicle. The driver’s vehicle was towed due to extensive damages and the towing company had to separate 2 other unoccupied vehicles from the scene. The driver was transported to Kootenay Lake Hospital for observation. Fortunately, there were no serious injuries. On Thursday evening, December 13, Nelson Police conducted a CounterAttack Road Check at various locations in the City of Nelson. 425 vehicles were checked. Police issued one 24 hour suspension, seized marijuana from 3 separate

vehicles, and handed out several violation tickets including a No Insurance Violation ticket for $598 dollars. Several warnings were also given to motorists. Road checks will continue throughout the holiday season. A taxi fare anywhere in the city is less than $20 dollars; however, if you blow a fail the fines total approximately $5000 dollars. Please don’t drink and drive. It’s not worth it. The Nelson Police Department wishes all travelers a safe journey to and from your destination over the holidays. submitted by the Nelson Police Department

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ScienceNews

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Can I catch a yawn?

dr. science Christine Humphries

Although it has made the top 20 list of science myths, it is actually true that yawning is contagious. As many people in a group may have noticed, once someone starts yawning it is not long before everyone else in the room is yawning too. In fact, a yawn is not just conta�� gious if you see someone else yawning, it can also

be triggered by hearing, reading or thinking about a yawn. (As you read this article, count how many times you yawn!) The reason we yawn is not entirely clear. Many people believe that yawning is a mechanism for our body to get rid of excess carbon dioxide. However, this theory was disproved in the 1980’s by a group of researchers who showed that different levels of CO2 and O2 had no effect on the number of times test-subjects yawned. Researchers are now looking at whether yawning is

more part of our evolutionary history than physiological. Although all vertebrates yawn, contagious yawning only occurs in humans and chimpanzees. This is significant because chimpanzees, like humans, exhibit forms of empathy and self-awareness whereas most other primates do not. Researchers have used functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) to look at activation of the brain during contagious yawning. They found that the regions of the brain involved in identifying self

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were significantly activated when volunteers were made to watch a video of someone yawning. Other studies have also shown that people who are more self-aware and empathetic are more likely to have contagious yawning. These data support the theory that contagious yawning may be related to self-awareness. In fact, some researchers now believe thatt yawning may have been a mechanism used to coordinate social behaviours in our ancestors.

Dr. Science is in real life, Dr. Christine Humphries, a molecular biologist

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What’s in the Cupboard? Recipes from the Nelson Food Cupboard Red Cabbage Salad 6 cups shredded red cabbage 1⁄2 cup crumbled feta cheese 5 green onion, chopped 5 green onions, chopped 1⁄2 cup chopped parsley 1⁄2 can beans Dressing: 1⁄4 cup vegetable oil , 2 Tbsp. vinegar, 1 tsp. Dijon mustard and 1⁄2 tsp. sugar

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In a large bowl, combine salad ingredients. In a tightly lidded jar, combine dressing ingredients. Shake well. Combine dressing with salad ingredients, toss lightly.

By Anna Kirkpatrick

Did you know? More than one quarter of Nelson Food Cupboard’s customers are employed workers who make less than a living wage.

Nelson Food Cupboard www.foodcupboard.org 250-354-1633

Reindeer damage to roof? Home Front

by Bill Lynch, Paul Muntak & Steve Cannon

There are two relatively new types of roofing membranes that can be categorised as cold-applied adhesives and self-adhering (peel and stick) membranes. I can’t confirm these products are any less expensive than their torchon equivalents and I don’t recommend installing any of these materials without professional assistance. There are many technical requirements that demand skill and experience to ensure the materials provide a long-lasting watertight seal. For instance, coldapplied adhesives can be solvent or water based. Both solvent and water-based

I have an old flat tar and gravel roof that is covered in moss and starting to blister in several locations. I’m trying to find a cheaper alternative to torch-on roofing and I’ve heard there are some relatively inexpensive self-adhesive roofing membranes that a homeowner can install himself. Can you comment on the pros and cons of these products? adhesives have unique char- dow and cure time to ensure these gaps, creating voids acteristics and specifications. proper bonding of the top that will inevitably cause Start by choosing the right sheet to the base sheet. failures. Peel-and stick memadhesive for the membrane Fortunately, the new branes usually require a use you are using. Then, ensure self-adhering peel-and stick of a highly volatile primer the exact amount of adhe- products are more forgiving applied to the base sheet. sive is applied per square and quicker to install than High volatility products are foot of roofing, as excess torch-on or cold applied toxic and noted for creating adhesive can trap solvent in adhesives. However, they petrochemical smog. the membrane causing the also have limitations and If cold applied adhesive membrane to float and soft- require technical skills to and peel-and-stick materials en or slip and lose adhesion achieve a long-lasting water- are installed properly, they to the underlying substrate. tight seal. For instance, the can perform as well as tradiThis skill goes hand-in- colder the outdoor tempera- tional torch-on roofing. hand with an appropriately tures, the less likely you Unfortunately, even designed application tool. are to achieve a good bond though these products have Some manufacturers between the base and top been available for years, allow the use of brushes sheets. Proper bonding is there are very few experiwhile others recommend entirely dependent on the enced installers. The trick is rollers, notched squeegees, temperature and cleanliness to find a skilled and experimechanical sprays or an of the base and top sheets. enced installer. After all, noapplicator designed by the Because there is no liquid one wants to invest a large specific manufacturer. As to fill the gaps and irregu- sum of money in a material well, each adhesive has a larities between sheets, the and then have it fail due to specific temperature win- top sheet will often “bridge” poor installation.

Steve, Chris and Bill are Building Consultants with Lynch Building Inspection Services Ltd. of Nelson.

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Arts&Entertainment

Local actors read great plays for local charities

Friday, Dec. 28, Saturday, Jan. 12, and Friday Jan. 25, 8 p.m., at the Presbyterian Church Hall (corner of Kootenay and Victoria) Nelson History Theatre is presenting to award because of its explicit sexual “We hope to continue this series, its first Nelson Play Reading Series- content. It was later made into an equally creating an event that people will really staged readings of acclaimed plays per- acclaimed and controversial film starring look forward to- a social occasion that formed by local actors and opening with Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor. not only benefits the arts community, Who’s Afraid of Virginia Wolfe? on The reading will feature Jane Sinclair, but also local charities” adds Bogaard. Friday, Dec. 28. Richard Rowberry, Carly Brandel, and “Proceeds from these events will be “The idea is to give Nelson theatre Terran Orletsky, directed by Michael donated to the Nelson Food Bank, the lovers more opportunities to experience Graham. Kootenay Animal Assistance Program, some of the world’s best plays” says The second play will be Scorched by and the Nelson & District Women’s series producer, Adriana Bogaard. “At Quebecois playwright Wajdi Mouawad Centre. the same time community theatre art- (Alphonse) on January 12th, directed by All shows take place at 8pm at the ists get to share their love of these great Adriana Bogaard, and the final reading Nelson Presbyterian Church (corner of works of art which, because of produc- will be 12 Angry Men by Reginald Rose Kootenay and Victoria Street). Tickets tion costs and casting difficulties, might the 25th, directed by Bessie Wapp. The are available at the door only, and cost not otherwise be staged.” readings will feature some of our finest $12. Audience members can alternatively Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? by actors, such as Lucas Myers, Lisel Forst, purchase a series pass for $30, which will Edward Albee won several Tonys and Stephen Fowler, Brian d’Eon, Geoff get them into all three as well as reduced was selected for a Pulitzer Prize which the Burns, Pat Henman, Michael Pearce, admission to future readings. trustees of Columbia University refused Bessie Wapp and many others. submitted by Nelson History Theatre Express holiday greeting_2012.pdf 12/10/2012 4:34:06 PM

To all of our Members and Staff, Thanks for a great year. Happy holidays and best wishes for a healthy and prosperous New Year.

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Arts&Entertainment Vanya Popov, Two Birdz and a Slocan Valley duo play local Saturday, Dec. 22, Noon - 3 p.m. 523 Front St.

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Opening is Vanya Popov (aka Johnny Popoff), pianist, composer, singer and choir director. He has a diploma in keyboard performance from Selkirk, a Bachelor of Music degree in composition and theory from UVic and presently teaching music at the Waldorf School. Vanya will include some seasonal songs as well as his own. Next up, The Two Birdz play original French and English folk music and some traditional songs. The two young members of this duet Kim Drouin-Radcliffe:

cello & voice and Simon Gaboury: banjo, mandolin voice came from the province of Quebec, where they played most of the time with a gypsy quartet called La Ritournelle. Closing act JC Van Breugel and Melanie Schwarz are a dynamic duo straight from the Slocan Valley who perform at Cedar Creek on Sundays. They play all original music on acoustic guitar and cello with some lovely vocals. Sit back and relax as they pull at your heart strings. submitted by Ellisonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cafe

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Arts&Entertainment

The Express Kootenay Minute offers new short videos on You Tube by Robin Murray

Check out the new videos on the Express You Tube Channel. New additions to the channel include an interview with Kootenay Studio Arts student Sydney Evans and an interview with robocall protester Pegasus McGauley. Evans tells about her work and why she came to KSA. McGauley shares her knowledge and opinion about voter fraud in the last federal election. The videos are part of an ongoing series of short videos, usually 3 minutes or less in length, which feature different Kootenay residents and guests doing the things that matter to them.

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Opinion&Editorial Fish Heads and Flowers Fish heads to excessive packaging at this time of year. Much of it is recyclable, but our taxes subsidize the recycle program. Signed: tired of waste

Flowers to the gargole and his ever changing seasonal dress. You make me smile as I walk by on my way to work. Signed: appreciative

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It is not the End of the World

Publisher’s note If you are reading this then we have By Nelson Becker e s c a p e d the possible ridiculousness of the world ending, and it’s all too funny to believe those in our world who give credence to absurdities. And I guess from time to time, embarrassingly, I have fallen into that category. What

is it that makes us fall for things that are not believable? How is it that we put more faith in theories than we do in facts? Perhaps conspiracy theories are wrong almost always, but maybe not always wrong. So no one knows really, what the future may hold. It seems we never follow the odds. We always break them and get the long shot.

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Don’t Dwell on the Past!

all make mistakes and it’s often to tempting to blame ourselves when it comes to these types of situations, but I would like to say that it’s wrong to do so. No one is perfect and although some blame should fall upon yourself based on the situation, bear in mind that no one is impervious to failure. It’s within human nature to make mistakes and taking the brunt of the responsibility at times isn’t the

I’m not perfect but often I expect nothing less then perfection no matter how unachievable it may be. The positive thing to take away from failures is that they are learning experiences. It’s within ourselves to decide how we go about living our lives and regretting past actions only prolongs your own enjoyment. Live by my example and just learn from your experiences! Don’t dwell on the past, learn from it!

Spencer Pollard is an young man living in Nelson BC with an interest in digital arts and writing. His ideas are of benefit to all of Nelson, and to stroke his abnormally large ego

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InMemory Walter Greavison Wa l t e r Greavison, of Nelson, passed away at his home on December 15, 2012 . He was born on March 25, 1920 in Bishop Auckland, County Durham, England to parents Ernest Henry and Ina Olive Greavison. When he was seven years old his family immigrated to Canada and settled on a small farm in Slocan Park. At the height of the depression, when Walter was 14, he had to go to work to support his family due to his father’s ill health. He worked at forestry jobs in the area during summers and horse logged their land in winters with his brother, cutting ties for the railroad with a crosscut saw. In the spring of 1941 he enlisted in the army, scoring the highest mark in the region on his exams, and was offered an officer’s education but refused as his gentle nature made him prefer to be an enlisted man. He saw action in France, Belgium, Holland and Germany. Sadly he lost his brother, Flying Officer Ronald Greavison to the war effort. At the end of the war he returned home and continued to work forestry and labour jobs. Walter also worked in road construction, dam construction and mining as a driller and powderman. At one time he was a guard at the Crescent Valley school where he met his wife, Rose, the teacher at the school. They married in 1951, settling in Crescent Valley for a short time before buying a home and small chicken farm in Nelson. After his retirement in 1980, Walter was able to

indulge in two of his favourite hobbies woodworking and helping his children and grandchildren. He also enjoyed gardening, lovingly helping his wife Rose with her many flower and vegetable gardens every year. Walter was also a lifelong, avid fisherman, whether trolling the main lake for Rainbows, spin casting for Kokanee, or ice fishing for trout in the winter. But his favourite was fly fishing the Slocan pool or the area’s mountain lakes using flies he tied himself. He spent many wonderful weekends and holidays with his children and grandchildren gardening, swimming, camping, hunting and fishing; providing them with invaluable lessons on true sportsmanship, small scale farming, and care of the land. Walter is survived by sons Ronald (Nadya), Raymond,daughterElizabeth McDermott; grandchildren Erik & Curtis Greavison, Rob & Jenny McDermott; and sisters Marjorie and Doris. He was predeceased by Rose, his wife of 61 years, in March of this year. A Funeral service was held on Thursday, December 20 at Thompson Funeral Home, Nelson, BC. The family would like to thank all the health care workers who helped Walter through his illness this last year. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to The Canadian Cancer Society, BC & Yukon Division, Box 292, Nelson, BC V1L 5P9. Online condolences may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd.

Wilfred Douglas Seafoot

2012 in the presence of loving family and friends in the Palliative Care room at the Kaslo Victorian Hospital. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Dad was born in East End, Saskatchewan and moved to Trail, BC in 1941 and then to Kaslo in 1959 to work for T & H Sawmills. He began Kaslo Skid Contractors Ltd. in the early 1960s, and was legendary for his no nonsense approach to logging. He was called the “Paul Bunyan with bulldozers” by the National Geographic Society. He was also called many other names, some of which cannot be put into print, but most prominently “Panicky” or “Cranky”. When Dad wasn’t working he was involved in all aspects of the Legion and coaching minor and senior men’s baseball. He would often be found fishing around the local lakes with his main sustenance of an Oh Henry bar, pepperoni stick and a bottle of Coke purchased from the Mohawk. When the weather wouldn’t allow him to be outside he could be found sitting in his recliner cursing and swearing at the TV when the Toronto Blue Jays were playing. Dad enjoyed many happy times quading and snowmobiling with his many friends. He was a real

people person and loved the daily contact with the community. Whenever there was a need, Dad was there. Dad was predeceased by wives Irene (1989) (mother of his children) and Cathy (2012); daughter Bev Gatzke (2012); son Keith (2004); and grandsons Donald (1994), Allan (1995), Kevin (1995), Ron (2007). He is survived by daughters Linda and Bonnie (Rick); sons Craig (Susan) and Gordon; and grandchildren Karen, Bret, Gary, Leroy, Dave, Lorne, Jason, Pam, Ryan, Bill, Mark, Kelly, Tania and Sheldon; and 22 greatgrandchildren. Funeral service will be held Friday December 21 at 11 am at the Kaslo Legion Hall. Refreshments will be served at the Legion following interment at the Kaslo Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations in Dad’s memory to the Kaslo & Area Hospice would be appreciated. Linda, Bonnie, Craig and Gord would like to thank everyone who helped us in any way during this difficult time. Online condolences may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd.

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Nelson & Area: Fri. Dec. 21 - Sun. Dec 30 ●●● Live Music

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●●●After Work Swing Party w/ Clinton Swanson & Friendsat The Royal 6 p.m

●●●The Picklepocalypse at the Spiritbar 10 p.m. ●Gender Outlaws, a support and social group for trans and gender diverse folks. 250-354-5362. Sat. Dec 22

●●●Savage Blade Apocalypse: Day 1 at The Royal 8 p.m ●●●Vanya Popov, The Two Birdz, JC Van Breugel & Melanie Schwarz at Ellison’s Cafe Sessions, 12- 3

●●Breakfast with Santa 9-11 a.m. at the Prestige Hotel and Ric’s Lounge and Grill

●●Last Chance Craft Faire at Harrop Hall, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

●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. Sun. Dec 23 ●●●Niko at the Hume Library Lounge. 6p.m. to 10p.m.

●●●Nelson Acoustic Jam Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill. 2-5 p.m. ●St. John’s Lutheran Church Service. Everyone welcome to 4p.m. worship. 321 Silica St. 250354-3308.

●RC electric 1/10 dirt track racing, every Sunday 10am at 5 Mile tracks. Contact jdnelsonrc@gmail.com ●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.

●● Special Events

●Ascension Lutheran Church Service 10:15a.m. Rosemont Elementary. All are welcome. 250352-2515. ●Quaker Meeting 4th Sunday of each month in Winlaw. 11 a.m. Phone 250-226-6701. Everyone welcome. Mon. Dec 24 ●●●Sarah & Rich at the Library Lounge. 6 p.m. to 10p.m.

●Nelson United Church Christmas Eve Family Service. 7 p.m. Candlelight Communion Service 10:30 p.m. All are welcome. 602 Silica St. 250-3522822. ●Pool Table Nights, Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill Tues. Dec 25●●●Cliff ho ho ho ho Wed. Dec 26

●●● Paul Landsberg at the Library Lounge. 6p.m. to 10p.m. ●●●Boxing Day Holiday Mixer with Erica Dee, B-Ron and Bryx at the Spiritbar 10 p.m.

●Darts at the Nelson Legion. 7:30p.m. 250-352-7727. Thurs. Dec 27 ●●●Kiyo & Guests at the Library Lounge. 6p.m. to 10 p.m.

●●Blues Dancing with Niko Bell & Miryam Burns 3 Classes, Thurs., Sat., Sun. 7-8:30 p.m. at Middle Rd Community Hall, 6 mile, 15 min. From Nelson Peteclement @ gmail . com or 250-551-0333

● Ongoing Events

The Last Chance Christmas Craft Faire Saturday, Dec. 22, 10 a.m - 4 p.m. Harrop Hall 6066 McConnell Rd. Harrop. Great gifts, yummy treats, and a visit from Santa Claus. Donations to the “Our Daily Bread” food hamper accepted at the door. For more info: 250-229-5370. ●Acupuncture for Addictions. Free drop-in clinic. 9:30a.m. Located at 333 Victoria St., 2nd Floor. 250-505-7248. Fri. Dec 28All Request DJ. ●●●Stax vs. Motown 8 p.m. at The Royal ●●Nelson Play Reading Series Who’s Afraid of Virginia Wolfe Presbyterian Church Hall (corner of Kootenay and Victoria). 8 pm $12 at the door - also $30 passes. Proceeds to Nelson Food Cupboard ●Gender Outlaws, a support and social group for trans and gender diverse folks. 250-354-5362. Sat. Dec 29 ●●Introduction to Astrology Workshop at the Clear Sky Centre Dec 29-30 individual charts and meditation andy@clearskycenter. org ●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. Sun. Dec 30 ●●●Niko at the Hume Library Lounge. 6p.m. to 10p.m. ●●●Nelson Acoustic Jam Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill. 2-5 p.m. ●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. Rosemont Elementary. All are welcome. 250352-2515. ●Texas Hold’em Poker at the Nelson Legion. 12p.m. Last Sunday of every month. 250-352-7727.

Nelson Overture Concerts Society presents: Allison Girvan, “Any Place I Hang My Hat Is Home”

January 26, 2013, 8 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre Allison performs Joining her on stage ●Toastmasters: Improve your works by composers will be pianist Christoph public speaking, communication Kurt Weill and George Martens, upright bassist and leadership skills. 2nd and 4th Gershwin, Adam Guettel Mark Spielman and vioThursday of every month. www. and Ricky Ian Gordon. linist Don Macdonald. toastmasters.or. ●Nelson Women’s Centre. Dropin. Noon - 4p.m. Free clothing and food. 420 Mill St. 250-352-9916.

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Children

Music & Dance

Sports Equipment

2001 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER,

BOGS! SIZE 13 kids, brand new

OLDER FIDDLE, GOOD condi-

SKIS, TUA EXCALIBUR Alpine

152,000km, new brakes, new winter tires/rims, summer tires/rims, tuneup, $8900/obo. 825-9320 2000 FORD EXCURSION. 8 pass. 4x4 , huge towing abilities, good condition. A mere $3,000. Excellent value. 354-7288 2010 FORD FOCUS SE Very low kms. Excellent condition. Sports Appearance. Manual. $13,2500obo 250-551-1844/825-3427 2008 PEARL WHITE Subaru Sport Imprezza Hatchback Auto AWD 42,000km one owner. $15,500. Bob 352-6317 2007 SUBARU IMPREZA wagon - 77,000km Manual. Perfect condition. Brand new snow tires w/rims. $15,500 250-354-3861 ‘03 HONDA CIVIC Hybrid sedan, blue, 173k, well maintained, 65 MPG hwy, $7500, 250-551-2727

Automotive-Sleds/ Bikes

SCOOTER: PLATINUM KEEWAY 50-F-Act. Very low kms, like new. Black shorty helmet. $1990.00 (OBO) 250-505-2555

CAR/TRUCK CARRIER FOR motorcycle/scooter. Fits into 2” hitch, drive on loading, barely used. $450.00 250-505-2555

Automotive-Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

with tags on. Black with spiders/ webs. $55 357 2758

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METAL DESK WITH 6 drawers

Wicker swivel stool wooden coat rack Ph 250-352-9847

Home & Garden

SIDE BY SIDE fridge/ freezer, with

icemaker. Hotpoint. White $300.00 ph. 250 352-9150 2 EXTERIOR DOORS with blind inserts. Make an offer 250-3526408

Lost & Found

12FT ALUMINUM BOAT, at Nelson, owner to claim call Transport Canada 604-775-8867

Misc. for Sale

PANASONIC PV-GS320 MINIDV

Camcorder. Lightly used. Includes accessories, case, tapes! Great Christmas present! $250 ~ 250353-2072 CHRISTMAS TREES ANY size $10. 8090 Hwy 6, 4 minutes south of Ymir. OLDER FIDDLE, GOOD condition $600. Trash burner $50. Antique desk $20. 250-354-4288.

Misc. Wanted

LOOKING FOR CLEAN egg cartons for busy hens. 250-354-1340

OUTDATED 1992 DODGE DAKOTA, great WANTED winter/firewood truck, 300K+km. PHOTOGRAPHIC PAPER and old but still runs good, good tires, $1,450obo, 250-229-5742

35mm film cameras. Fred @ 3522129, fdr at netidea dot com

tion $600. 250-354-4288

GUITAR: TACOMA CIC Chief Acoustic/Electric. Cedar top, mahogany back/sides,2 cases & accessories. $990.00 (OBO) 250505-2555

HERCULES HANGING GUITAR

stand. $35.00 Hercules music stand. $25.00 Like new - in original boxes. 250-505-2555

Rentals

SPACIOUS, CLEAN,NEWER NELSON home. $1175.per

mo.+utilities. N/S N/P D.D.required. Great central location! email: z12ski@yahoo.com

Touring, 170cm, Fritschi Diamir bindings. Great condition. Light weight. $125. 250-505-5098. SKIS, K2 HELISTINX Telemark, 170cm, G3 Targa telemark ski bindings. Includes climbing skins. 250505-5098. $150 SKI BOOTS, WOMEN’S Scarpa T3 Telemark, size 36, excellent condition. 250-551-5287. $125 DC PHANTOM 2 Snowboarding Boots, Men’s Size 7, brand new never worn, $150 O.B.O. (250)3596970

SUNNY CHARACTER ONE

bedroom 700sqft on 12 acres 10minutes2Nelson. Creekside, woodstove, hardwoodfloors. 850$ email heidmcgregor@hotmail.com

VACATION RENTAL AVAILABLE now 900sq ft furnished studio, sleeps 4 $500./w or $1800./m 250-357-9395, 250-5515652 QUEEN BAY 1 bdrm view apt available now. $600.00 includes heat,cable internet. n/s,n/p/w/d Heather 250-229-4682 BACHELOR SUITE, CLOSE to downtown, small but accommodating. 550/month + utilities, no w/d, Available Jan. 1, 250-352-7269

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