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Friday, Apr. 11, 2014 Vol. 4, No. 14
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Join the members of Nelson Cohousing for this uplifting documentary about the key ingredients to happiness.
Shannon Lyon
performs at Expressions see more on page 3
Nelson Cohousing Expressions Cafe, 554 Ward St. Nelson www.nelsoncohousing.com presents: Happy
Sunday April 13, 2pm (matinee) & 7pm
see more page 6
Calendar of events see pages 8-9
Free Classified listings see page 2
Survey page 14: Should we eliminate parking meters?
ALERT: MISSING PERSON see page 12
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HELP WANTED Wanted: Multi-talented person We’re sending Rory Case off to the great unknown of Toronto so that she can pursue her life’s career, so we need to find someone to fill her shoes. This part-time position, approximately 25/ hrs a week, has office duties, production of our newsletters, and assistance with Expressions Café. Must be a social person, technically competent, and innovative. Previous experience with InDesign, Photoshop required. Experience with video editing a plus. For more information about wage, hours, and specific details, please send me a resume and cover letter. I’m interviewing now and the job training would hopefully start ASAP. Reply to Nelson Becker at: nbecker@uniserve.com
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Arts&Entertainment
Twangy Troubadour on Tour Saturday, Apr. 12, 7:30 p.m. Expressions Cafe, 554 Ward St
DJ Volpix at Expressions
Bill Bourne back
Thursday, Apr. 24, 7:30 p.m. Expressions Cafe, 554 Ward St
Thursday, Apr. 17, 7:30 p.m. Expressions Cafe, 554 Ward St
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Shannon Lyon
Shannon Lyon is a Canadian musician and singer-songwriter. Born in Uxbridge, Ontario, Canada, Lyon began his musical career in Kitchener, Ontario in the early 90’s forming his first band Strange Days. “When I hear Shannon, I hear the rhythms of the Midnight Cowboy, the harmonies of an earth-bound angel, the acoustic guitar that knows the pain of a heart, the steel guitar that stirs the lonely and restless lovers. But most of all I hear the voice that echoes Earle, Farrar and Buckner, a voice that haunts you like a heavy fog on a barren field on a cool October morning.� (Says Bob Egan -Blue Rodeo, Wilco) http://www.shannonlyonmusic.com https://www.facebook.com/ events/615905575158889/
The night will be exciting, as it will be like wheels in motion. There will be 2 sets with a short break in between. The photo submitted Bill Bourne first set will include Reggae and African Juno Award winner Bill Bourne music. The second set will include forhas received international critical eign music to the orchestrated sequencacclaim for his recordings and live ing of songs broken down then remixed. The evening will have an organic performances. feel to it and will give dimensions of Bill Bourne has been involved in poetry in motion. This music has a high music and celebration since he was a momentum and will take you to the next small child sleeping behind the piano level of intelligence and dance at country dances where his parents Rhys loves to re-create music as he played in the band. building community since 1988 adds something special to what he perA veteran of the international roots forms. He loves to entertain and keep scene, life on the road is reflected in everyone happy and dancing while they Bill’s music - powerful rhythms and have a good time. Being a DJ is a love of soulful songs, steeped in Blues, World Rhys,’ and he wants to bring the music to Beat, Cajun, Celtic, Folk, Latin, Funk, the community. Poetry and more. https://www.facebook.com/volpixdj www.billbourne.com https://www.facebook.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ events/247945568722355/ events/1425944260988095/
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Dylann Heidi presents “RAW” Monday, Apr. 14, Doors at 7 p.m. Show at 7:30 Shambhala Hall
Dylann’s published music, such as The Rope, is just one of many original works on the set list for the night. An exciting addition is her opening act, Selkirk College music student Sam building community 1988also perform his McLennan whosincewill amazing original work. Advance tickets at Village Ski Hut $10 Adult, $5 Students until 4 p.m. Monday the 14th. Tickets will also be available at the door the night of the show. Limited seating. www.dylannheidi.wix.com/ dylannheidi
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Sunday, Apr. 13, Capitol Theatre Nelson Saturday, Apr 11, 1- 3 p.m. In preparation for the auditions 523 Front St, Ellison’s Cafe please have a song ready to sing for the directors so that they can hear your vocal range. This yearʼs show is THE SECRET GARDEN by Frances H. Burnett directed by Geoff Burns, music director Allison Girvan and choreographed by Lynette Lightfoot. The program runs daily, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. from July 2-26; the fee is $335 plus tax; the minimum age for parSelkirk College Contemporary community since 1988 ticipants is 12 yearsbuilding old. Four perforMusic presents “ Sons and Daughters” mances will take place July 24, 25 & an acoustic folk ensemble with a focus on 26 at 7:30 p.m. and July 26 at 2 p.m. vocal harmonies. Followed by Stephanie Those interested in auditioning, Dufresne who will be joined by respected please contact Eva at the Capitol special guests Jesse Lee (Dirt Floor, Brian Theatre to book an audition time at Rosen & The WhatNow...) on upright 250-352-6363. Box Office hours are bass and Glen Martin (The Tuques, Von Tuesday-Friday 12-4:30pm. Butcher...) on mandolin. https://www.facebook.com/pages/ Submit your calendar events at Ellisons-Cafe-Acoustic-Unpluggedhttps://secure.awe-hosting.com/express-secure/calendar.html Sessions/134317453293369
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Arts&Entertainment The Change Agents
Wednesday, Apr. 16, 8 p.m. Capitol Theatre
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Karoshi inspired an ambitious and exciting work by Vancouver dance sensation Shay Kuebler
The Japanese phenomenon of karoshi – ‘death by overwork’– depicts the clash between extreme societal pressure to conform to the collective conscience and the group path; and the repression of personal fulfillment. KAROSHI is a thrilling and visceral theatrical experience, full of maniacal energy and black humour. Kuebler’s dynamic choreography blends the lines of martial arts, dance and theatre yet has the versatility to work in specific techniques where he has choreographed musical theatre, jazz, hip hop, tap and contemporary dance performance works Click here for trailer http://shaykuebler.tumblr.com Tickets: http://capitoltheatre.bc.ca
Shambhala full line-up Shambhala Music Festival is a 4 day and 4 night festival August 6-11, 2014, on a 500 acre private farm, deep in the Kootenay Mountains of British Columbia, on six uniquely themed stages, featuring 300+ of the best EDM acts from around the world. To date they have already released the 2014 Headliner’s. April 8-13 they are releasing the full lineup via our 6 uniquely themed stages: Fractal Forest April 8, Village April 9, Living Room April 10, Amphitheatre April 11, Grove April 12 and Pagoda April 13. www.shambhalamusicfestival.com https://www.facebook.com/ shambhalamusicfestival
Tuesday, Apr. 22, 7 p.m. Rossland Miners’ Hall This film is a heart-warming story of courage and possibility set in the beautiful town of Nelson, BC. From one girls dream for a better future blooms action for change and a youth activist group grows. “In a tricky time in the planet’s evolution, this is a generation which faces a future like no other generation before them”. Their impressive strategy and persistence revives any lost hope one may hold. The multi-layered storyline along with actors deeply devoted to the cause has led to the creation of a brilliant independent film. Tickets: $5 adult, $3 students - at the door only. http://www.thechangeagents.net/ index.html
Wooden Horsemen
Wednesday, April 30, 7-10 p.m. John Ward Fine Coffee. $10 cover at the door
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Alex Hauka (left; cello), Steven Beddall (centre; frontman, vocals, guitar), Missy Cross (right, vocals)
The Wooden Horsemen features some of Vancouver’s finest musicians, including cellist Alex Hauka, singer North and South: A Documentary Missy Cross and front man/singer/ guitarist Steven Beddall. Tuesday, April 22 at 7 p.m. This spring Wooden Horseman will Krestova Learning Centre, 3601 embark on a journey that will undoubtKrestova Cemetary Road, Krestova edly leave it’s mark on Canada’s indie A special viewing of the 40-min- music scene, and strengthen the creute LV Rogers student-made film that ative energy of a band that is quickly documents the 2013 exchange between amassing a devoted following. P LVR and Chief Julius School in Fort Please visit McPherson, Northwest Territories. woodenhorsemanmusic.com Discuss this amazing cross-cultural https://www.facebook.com/ experience with students who parevents/618221208257624/ ticipated in this incredible opportunity Old-Time Hootenanny for learning and growth. http://selkirk.ca/mir-centre-forSaturday, April 19, 7 p.m. 402 Victoria Street peace Come on down to the Legion Hall Festival Highlights Concert in Nelson for an Old-Time Hootenanny! Saturday, Apr. 12, 7 p.m. Capitol Theatre It’s a community dance and social with The festival supports the many live music, called dances, and a licensed disciplines of performing arts teach- bar. No experience necessary! Live ing in our region, through schools dance music by the old-time band The and private teachers that develop the Forget Me Knots, and calling by David and Friends. Then dance and cultural part of the community fabric. Feldman mingle sets later in the evening by The The Kootenay Festival of the Arts has Honky Tonk Heros and Kenny Konrad embraced new forms of performing and Old Blind Crow. arts expression, while respecting and This is a fundraiser for the upholding the historical forms.. NimbleFingers Bluegrass and Old-Time See ad on page 4, or go click here: Music Workshop Bursary Fund. The workshop is in Sorrento in August, but kootenayfestivalofthearts.ca the directors, Craig Korth and Julie Kerr, live in Nelson. To advertise in the for more info: Express News Update call 250-354-3910 www.nimblefingers.ca
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Nelson Cohousing Breaks Ground Movie Screening: Happy Sunday, Apr. 13, 2 and 7 p.m. Expressions Cafe, 554 Ward St On Sunday, Apr. 13 Nelson Cohousing group will be screening the documentary Happy at Expressions Cafe in Nelson, as it seeks three additional families to join in this tremendous community initiative. HAPPY is a feature length documentary that leads viewers on a journey across 5 continents in search of the keys to happiness. The film addresses many of the fundamental issues we face in today’s society: how do we balance the allure of money, fame and social status with our needs for strong relationships, health and personal fulfillment? The Nelson Chohousing group will be planning a variety of local events so be sure to follow their progress at: http://nelsoncohousing.com or https://www.facebook.com/ nelsonlandgroup
Two for the road
Nelson Bicycle Co-op
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Mike Amos and Bernie Zimmer
Pair of Aces — Nelson Hydro Operations Manager Mike Amos and Chief Building Inspector Bernie Zimmer have hung up their well-worn hats after long careers spent serving the City of Nelson and its residents. Mike Amos is looking forward to the laid back life of a proud grandpa. Bernie Zimmer is headed for Christchurch, New Zealand — a beautiful city rebuilding after an earthquake in 2011 and a one-in-one hundred year flood earlier this year. submitted by the City of Nelson
Tuesday, Apr. 15, 4 to 8 p.m. 502B Lake Street Come out to the Nelson Bicycle Co-op Grand Opening on Apr. 15 from 4 to 8 p.m.. Tour the space, meet the volunteers and learn about what it means to be a member. Located at 502B - Lake Street. Fix and maintain your bicycle, enjoy the company of other cyclists and feel the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. There will be a membership drive at the Kootenay Country Store Co-operative on 3 Fridays in April... the 11th, 18th and 25th from noon until 6 p.m. Come see us at our info table, buy a raffle ticket to win a Brodie bicycle and maybe even purchase a t-shirt to support the Nelson Bicycle Co-op. For info email us at nelsonbikecoop@netidea.com and check us out on https://www.facebook.com/ NelsonBikeCoop http://nelsonbikecoop.wordpress.com/
Trash Treasure Day!
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Saturday, Apr. 26 In celebration of earth day, Trash to Treasure day is back! You can participate by collecting unwanted household items, putting them by the curb where treasure hunters can access them. Create a sign to let treasure hunters know that your items are up for grabs, and then removing all remaining items from the curb by 4 p.m. Easy as that! Download a sign for your lawn at: www.rdck.ca or www.rdkb.com
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Last Thursday night, more than 30 women came together to celebrate Joanne Siderius’ 60th birthday in the form of a hockey game! Titled the “Siderius Cup,” women of all of levels came out to celebrate Jo, and
to celebrate hockey. Some of these women have played with Jo for over twenty years, with the Nelson Blueliners. Others, like myself have only had the pleasure of playing with Jo for a couple seasons.
The 2014 Cyclone Taylor Cup is set to begin in Nelson, BC with the winner advancing to the Western Canadian Junior B Championship emblematic of the Keystone Cup. The 2014 Championship is being hosted
by the Nelson Leafs at the Nelson and District Community Complex from April 10-13, 2014. Tickets for the 2014 Cyclone Taylor Cup are still available. Tournament passes and individual tickets for round robin and medal round games
By Rory Case
It was a fun and fast hockey game with many jokes, laughter, and remincing of memories. Thoroughly joyful for everyone! Thank you to Jo for bringing us together for an unforgettable game. I will definitely be playing hockey on my 60th birthday.
Stage is Set for the 2014 Cyclone Taylor Cup are available in person at the Nelson and District Community Complex. All games of the 2014 Cyclone Taylor Cup will be webcast, via the Cyclone Taylor Cup website. submitted by BC Hockey
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What’sHappening Nelson & Area: Fri. Apr 11 - Sun. Apr 20 lll
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Fri. Apr 11 lllRequest DJ. Finley’s
Irish Bar and Grill, 9 p.m.
lllEvery Friday is Swing Night at Finleys 7-9 p.m. 1st and 3rd Fridays: Clinton Swanson Live Alternate Fridays: Mixed dance playlist by Peter lllLive DJ at Wait's News, 10:30 p.m. - 3 a.m.
lllMiss Quincy: 7 p.m. early show, Ed Solo: 10 p.m. Late show, Spirit Bar lllElectro Social Club at The Royal, 9 p.m. More info at www.electrosocialclub.com llDeryn Collier will be signing copies of OPEN SECRET at Otter Books, from 3 - 5 p.m. and
Oxygen Arts Centre at 7:30 p.m. lGames Night at Expressions night Cafe, Open 6 p.m. 554 Ward St. Coffee. cupcakes lWomen of all ages get together to knit, crochet lace, make rugs & more. Women’s Centre 10-1 p.m. lMovie: Divergent, 7 p.m. at Civic Theatre
lGender Outlaws, a support and social group for trans and gender diverse folks. 250-354-5362.
Special Events
lllSons and Daughters + Stephanie Dufresne w/Jesse Lee & Glen Martin at Ellison’s Cafe Unplugged Sessions, 1-3 p.m. lll66/360. Corazon’s 66 singers encircle the audience. Five 20-minute concerts start at 1:30. Tickets $10. Touchstones Nelson. Info: 352-7670 lllThe Kootenay Festival of the Arts, Festival Highlights Concert, 7 p.m. Capitol Theatre llTrans Connect is hosting a free ALL BODIES SWIM! A pool party celebrating All Bodies. Trans*,Queer, People of Color, Fatties, Scars, Fur, Mobility Aids, Inked, Pierced... Children and Allies Welcome. 8:30 -10:30 p.m. Aquatic Center. For info call 250-354-5362 llKid-Sized Book Sale & More. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Downstairs in the Nelson Library. lMovie: Divergent, 7 p.m. at Civic Theatre
lNelson Chess Club meets: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Nelson’s Senior Association, 717 Vernon St. All ages welcome lMeat Draws at Nelson Legion. 3:30p.m., in beverage room with Karaoke after. 250-352-7727.
l St. Saviour’s Anglican lCathedral of Mary Immaculate Church Food Pantry, 701 Ward Mass, Nelson at 7 p.m. Street (Silica Street entrance) 911am. Everyone welcome. lSacred Heart Mass, Kaslo at 4 p.m. Sat. Apr 12 Sun. Apr 13 lllLive DJ free cover, top 40 playing the 70s-now. Finely's lllNiko at the Hume Library Lounge. 6p.m. to 10p.m. lllLive DJ at Wait's News, 10:30 p.m. - 3 a.m. lllKaraoke at Finley’s Irish lllShannon Lyon, singer- Bar and Grill 9 p.m. songwriter performs at Expressions llNelson Cohousing film Cafe, 554 Ward St. 7:30 p.m. $10-$15 showing “Happy” at 2 & 7 p.m.
lllFort Knox Five vs Expressions Cafe, 554 Ward St.
Deekline, 10 p.m. Spirit Bar
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at Civic Theatre
lFirst Baptist Church, 611 5th St., Nelson. A Family Friendly Service at10 a.m. Interim Pastor: Rev. George Sears l Kootenay Christian Fellowship at 10:30 a.m. 520 Falls
Street. Phone 1-888-761-3301. Divine purpose, serving community developing relationships
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Service: 10:30 am. All Welcome. Ward & Silica, 250-352-5711 lSt. John’s Lutheran Church Service. Everyone welcome to 4p.m. worship. 321 Silica St. 250354-3308.
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lllSarah & Rich at the Library Lounge. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. lMovie: Divergent, 7 p.m. at Civic Theatre lScottish Country Dancing 7 - 9 p.m. Call 250-359-7545 or 250-352-1863 lQi Gong at the Nelson Seniors Centre 719 Vernon 10:30 a.m. $3 drop-in Tues. Apr 15 lllDoug and Melody 6 p.m.
The Library Lounge
llNelson Bicycle Co-op Grand Opening, 4 to 8 p.m. 502B Lake Street
llFree Video and discussion night on Non-Violent Direct Action, l Nelson United Church 7:30 p.m. at Nelson Seniors Centre Service. 10 a.m. All are welcome. 717 Vernon St. 602 Silica St. 250-352-2822. l Indoor Radio Control lCribbage at the Legion beverage room, 12:45p.m. 250-352-7727.
lUnity Centre of the Kootenays
Seniors 51 – 717 Vernon St. 11 a.m. Contact – 250-354-5394
lAscension Lutheran Church
Service 10:15a.m. Rosemont Elementary. All are welcome. 250352-2515. lCathedral of Mary Immaculate Mass, Nelson at 8:30 a.m and 10:30 a.m. lSacred Heart Mass, Proctor 2nd and 4th Sunday at 1 p.m.
lNelson Vineyard Church: 10 a.m., 2402 Perrier Lane. Bring something to share at our potluck brunch. Guests and children always welcome. CONTACT: 250-509-0151 or nexvine@telus.net Mon. Apr 14 lllDylann Heidi presents “RAW” Doors at 7 p.m. Show at 7:30 p.m. Shambala Hall, 10th Street Campus. 2013 KMA Best New Artist, a night of original music.
Helicopter and small plane flying. All ages welcome, Central School 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. $5 Gym fee lMovie: Divergent, 7 p.m. at Civic Theatre lRotary Club of Nelson Daybreak meet every week at 7 a.m. at the Hume
Wed. Apr 16 lllOpen mic night at
Expressions Cafe, 554 Ward st. 6 - 10 p.m. Coffee,tea, gourmet hot chocolate. 250-354-3910 lllPaul Landsberg at the Library Lounge. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
llShay Kuebler - Karoshi, 8 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre. The Japanese phenomenon of karoshi – ‘death by overwork’ lNelson Duplicate Bridge Club meets 7 p.m. in The Nelson Senior Citizens Building, 717 Vernon St continued on next page...
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lllShona Rae And The lMovie: Omar at 7:30 p.m. at Wed. Apr 16 continued VooDoo Trio at Ellison’s Cafe Civic Theatre lNelson Tech Club: for eleclQi Gong at the Nelson United Unplugged Sessions Season Finale, tronic hobbyists and Arduino enthusiasts to meet and work on Church 602 Silica St 10:30 a.m. $3 1-3 p.m. projects, 6 p.m. -Annex, Selkirk drop-in lllThe Galena Trio will 10th St Campus. New members perform at the Capitol Theatre on lLadies Target Shooting. welcome. small facility fee, first No experience needed. Contact Saturday, April 19 at 8pm. This visit free.http://www.nelson-techtrio, sharing a passion for the art of club.info/ email info@nelson- Angela onthetarget@hotmail.com Chamber music, consists of Nelson for more info & to book a space tech-club.info clarinetist, Nicola Everton, pianist lNelson Women’s Centre. Drop- Susanne Ruberg-Gordon and cellist lLearn to make a QUILT with Susan Foot at the Women’s Centre in. Noon - 4p.m. Free clothing and Johanne Perron. Tickets are $14 food. 420 Mill St. 250-352-9916. 9-11.45 call 551-4951 for students and $24 for adults and lKootenay Quilters Guild are available at www.capitolthelStitch it up! Learn to use a sewing machine, alter clothes, every first and third Thurs of each atre.bc.ca or phone 250-352-6363. mend, put on a zipper. FREE 9 a.m month. - 10 a.m. at Christie-Lees Students from schools participating Hall, Radio Ave u - noon at the Women’s centre. in the NOCS Outreach Program can Fri. Apr 18 access tickets at no cost. l Overeaters Anonymous Meeting, Community First Medical lllRequest DJ. Finley’s lllOld-Time Hootenanny, Clinic, 518 Lake Street, Nelson, Irish Bar and Grill, 9 p.m. 7 p.m. Legion, 402 Victoria Street. noon - 1 p.m., 250-354-4105 lllEvery Friday is Swing Community dance and social with lNelson Women’s Centre Night at Finleys 7-9 p.m. 1st and live music, called dances, and a Drop-in. Noon - 4p.m. Free cloth- 3rd Fridays: Clinton Swanson Live licensed bar ing and food. 420 Mill St. 250- Alternate Fridays: Mixed dance l l Canadian Federation 352-9916. playlist by Peter of University Women Nelson & lGirls’ Night with Margaret-Ann lllLive DJ at Wait's News, District Club General Meeting, 9:30 at the Youth Centre. 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. 10:30 p.m. - 3 a.m. a.m. at the New Adventure Hotel 608 Lake St. ph. 250-352-5656. (616 Vernon Street). Guest speaker lGames Night at Expressions is Megan Squires from the Nelson lDarts at the Nelson Legion. night Cafe, Open 6 p.m. 554 Ward St. 7:30p.m. 250-352-7727. Good Neighbour Programme. For lWomen of all ages get togeth- more info visit our website: https:// lNelson & Area Elder Abuse er to knit, crochet lace, make rugs & sites.google.com/site/nelsoncfuw Prevention Resource Centre. more. Women’s Centre 10-1 p.m. Wednesdays from 12 - 2pm 719 lExpressions night Cafe, open 6 lMovie: Muppets Most Wanted, p.m. 554 Ward St. Coffee. cupcakes Vernon St. Phone 250-352-6008. www.nelsonelderabuseprevention.org
2 & 7 p.m. at Civic Theatre
lGender Outlaws, a support Thurs. Apr 17 and social group for trans and genlllBill Bourne performs at der diverse folks. 250-354-5362. Expressions Cafe, 554 Ward St. l St. Saviour’s Anglican 7:30 p.m. $20. Church Food Pantry, 701 Ward lllKiyo & Guests at the Street (Silica Street entrance) 9Library Lounge. 6p.m. to 10 p.m. 11am. Everyone welcome. lllLive DJ at Finley’s Irish Sat. Apr 19 Bar & Grill, 9 p.m. lllLive DJ at Wait's News, llWe Love to Dance, 6:30 p.m. 10:30 p.m. - 3 a.m. at the Capitol Theatre. Fundraiser for lllLive DJ free cover, top the Kootenay Arts Scholarship Fund. 40 playing the 70s-now. Finley’s
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Wanted, 7 p.m. at Civic Theatre lNelson Chess Club meets: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Nelson’s Senior Association, 717 Vernon St. All ages welcome lMeat Draws at Nelson Legion. 3:30p.m., in beverage room with Karaoke after. 250-352-7727. lCathedral of Mary Immaculate Mass, Nelson at 7 p.m. lSacred Heart Mass, Kaslo at 4 p.m.
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lMovie: Muppets Most Wanted, 2 & 7 p.m. at Civic Theatre lFirst Baptist Church, 611 5th St., Nelson. A Family Friendly Service at10 a.m.Interim Pastor: Rev. George Sears l Kootenay Christian Fellowship at 10:30 a.m. 520 Falls Street. Phone 1-888-761-3301. Divine purpose, serving community developing relationships
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lUnity Centre of the Kootenays
Seniors 51 – 717 Vernon St. 11 a.m. Contact – 250-354-5394
lAscension Lutheran Church
Service 10:15a.m. Rosemont Elementary. All are welcome. 250352-2515. lCathedral of Mary Immaculate Mass, Nelson at 8:30 a.m and 10:30 a.m. lSacred Heart Mass, Proctor 2nd and 4th Sunday at 1 p.m.
lNelson Vineyard Church: 10 a.m., 2402 Perrier Lane. Bring something to share at our potluck brunch. Guests and children always welcome. CONTACT: 250-509-0151 or nexvine@telus.net
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ExpressionsNightCafé Bill Bourne performs and many more We are proud and pleased to bring back to the Nelson area, Bill By Nelson Becker Bourne, on Thursday, Apr. 17. Bill played Expressions Cafe about a year ago to a full house, and is coming back to bring us his unique voice, sty;e, and point of view. I expect this show to sell out, so we are currently pre-selling tickets. You can come down to our office to reserve you seat for an extraordinary performance at an extraordinary place. http://www.billbourne.com/ Shannon Lyon will be performing this coming Saturday, Apr. 12 at the Cafe. This is Shannon’s first show at Expressions. We want to be a place to introduce new Canadian talents, whether they are known or not. So take a moment and follow this link and listen to this singer-songwriter and some of
the finest music you’ve ever heard. http://www.shannonlyonmusic.com/ This Sunday, Apr. 13 we’re being taken over by the Nelson Cohousing community, who will be screening the movie Happy. This is a film about finding happiness in any condition. We have a permanent 10ft screen with a hi-def projection system with full sound that surrounds you. There will be two showings of the movie, one at 2 p.m. And one at 7 p.m.. Admission is free or by donation. Watch the trailer here: http://www.thehappymovie.com/ We have many more events planned for the spring and summer, and are even booking into the fall. We are also available for private parties or meetings. Please contact us by phone 250-354-3910, email express@expressnews.bc.ca or follow our events on facebook!
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Emergency 911 NPD - Non Emergency (250) 354-3919 RCMP- (250) 352-2156 Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-8477
MISSING PERSON: Jade Giesen The Nelson Police Department needs the public’s assistance to help find 47-year-old, Jade Giesen of Nelson, BC. On April 6, 2014, at 10:15 a.m., Giesen was last seen walking on a trail at Central School, on Stanley Street. Ms. Giesen is familiar with and regularly visits parks, beaches, and wooded areas. Nelson Police will continue searching the local area today. The Nelson Police Department is asking if anyone sees
Ms. Giesen in the area to call the police immediately. Nelson Police Department: 250-354-3919. Jade Giesen is Caucasian, 5’4”, 115 lbs, with blond long thick dreadlocks (picture to right). She is wearing a waist length green coat; an oversized purse over her shoulder covered in white goat hair, pants, and blue runners. submitted by the Nelson Police Department
Nelson City Police news: dogs, open liquor, and fighting On Thursday, April 3 the Nelson Bylaw Department attempted to identify a male contravening the Bylaw regarding dogs in the downtown core. The male refused to identify himself to the officer and walked away. NPD members were called and located him. The male was detained for obstructing a Peace Officer and was identified. He was allowed to proceed with a warning that failing to provide his identification to a Peace Officer is a criminal offence. He did receive a ticket under the Bylaw for having dogs in a restricted zone. On Thursday, April 3 at 3:30 p.m. an abandon car was reported in the Rosemont area. NPD members discovered the vehicle had recently been reported stolen, and that the inte-
rior had been set on fire. The investigation is ongoing. If anyone noted any suspicious behavior or activity in the 400 Block Beasley St area over that last several days please contact the NPD at 354-3919. On Saturday, April 5 at 2:10 a.m. NPD members noted a young female walking in the 400 Block Stanley St with open Liquor. After detaining the young lady and obtaining her name the member felt things were not adding up. He and other members questioned her identity while searching police systems. It was soon discovered that the female has been misleading and was arrested for obstructing a Police Officer, as well as multiple liquor offences. She was released and faces significant fines
Burning Period Approved By Fire Chief Nelson Fire Chief Simon Grypma has approved a two week burn period beginning Saturday April 12 and ending April 26; excluding Easter Sunday. This burn period is for the purpose of reducing difficult-toaccess yard waste such as tree clippings. Those wishing to burn must have a valid permit and follow the Corporation of the City of Nelson Bylaw #3241, specifically Section
5.5 Yard Waste Burning. Permits must be acquired in person, at the Nelson Fire Department, located at 919 Ward Street, and payment for the $10 fee can be paid by cash or cheque at the time of issuance and proof of fire insurance. The Fire Department continues to encourage home owners to bring yard waste to the Lakeside Drive Transfer Station, which charges $5/load up to 2.5
under Liquor Control and Licensing Act. The arresting officer spent some time with her and explained the consequences of attempting to obstruct a Police Officer in the course of his duties. On Sunday, April 6 at 2 a.m. a fight broke out in the 700 block Vernon St between two females. As one male tried to become involved another took offence and assaulted him. Staff at the nearby Pub called 911 and NPD attended. One male had a swollen and cut face, all other parties had left. The offender was known to witnesses and the investigation is ongoing. submitted by the Nelson Police Department cubic metres ($50/tonne for large loads; $25/tonne if chipped). The Corporation of the City of Nelson Bylaw #3241can be found via the City of Nelson Website. The direct link is: https://nelson.civicweb.net/ Documents/DocumentList.aspx?Id=1 8081&Search=1&Result=1 submitted by Nelson Fire & Rescue Services
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Opinion&Editorial My Opinion
How to not blow a Paycheck It’s payday and you can’t wait to blow that paycheck, but should you? No, no you shouldn’t. I am however required to fill at two hundred-word quota so I’ll go into more detail if that little bit in the beginning wasn’t quite motivating enough. The only instance where I would see blowing your paycheck as a positive would be on a necessity such as paying the rent or the electric bill. I will admit to occasionally splurging a paycheck on something such as a game console or a
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laptop but outside of the very occasional splurge I really don’t recommend it. Putting a portion of it, say 30% of it into savings will do you good in the long run. That is to say if you can actually afford it. If you are in a living paycheck-to-paycheck situation, well there isn’t much you can do but save what you can. Prioritize your spending. Cover the expenses, put a chunk of your wages into savings then feel free to splurge how you see fit. Money CAN give you happiness; you just need to be wise with it.
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Opinion&Survey Parking Meters are not Heritage Parking meters in the City of Nelson are By Nelson Becker both an enhancement to businesses, as well as a detriment. Part of the reason for having parking meters is as a financial resource for the city bank accounts. Another reason is for parking meters is to discourage parking-spot “hoarders.” The issue of parking spot hoarding can be resolved by our bylaw officers actively chalking tires vehicles, without the need for parking meters. We can still have
a one or two hour limit on spots this way. Parking meters are not only revenue generators, but also have costs too. The elimination of parking meters would also eliminate the need to count the money they produce and the bureaucracy that comes with dealing with the parking meters. People are always going to complain about there not being enough parking spots in Nelson, but really what they’re complaining about is not being able to park in
front of the store they want to shop in. We do have an existing parkade that is underutilized much of the year. There is also sufficient parking a couple blocks away. If we do continue with having parking meters, we should designate the money generated towards more encouragement of non-polluting vehicle transportation, such as bikes and walkways. We should be looking at other communities with successful downtowns that do not have parking meters and see how they do. If they can, we can too!
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Survey
Last week’s survey response:
Do you agree? Nelson’s waterfront walkway should be paved.
YES 60.3% NO 30.7% Comments:
Yes, but not necessarily pavement…it could be same as the Lakeside walkway, which has mostly held up pretty good. Must be wheel chair accessible. Plain black paving or heritage look with coblestone brick? Ballpark costs? It doesn’t need to be paved. It is nice to walk on natural ground rather than pavement all the time. Rocks can be taken out of spots that are rough for mobility scooters. Nelson dog lovers will have no place to take their dogs for a dump. While pavement is one option, other treatments should be considered such as crushed/compacted gravel, or even concrete. A gravel path similar to the John’s Walk section of the pathway would be best. It’s a hard enough surface for strollers & walkers, and easier on the joints than a paved “sidewalk”. In addition, the wider gravel surface avoids having users step down off a narrow sidewalk & sprain their ankles or fall. We have enough cement sidewalks: flat gravel pathways are safer & usable by all! It’s a pathway, not a walkway. Walkway implies that
arrogant pedestrians can walk four abreast and hiss at passing cyclists with righteous indignation (speaking from experience). Pave paradise, put up a walkway? Is paving more environmentally friendly than the current surface? If not, then keep as is. NO....because if people like to jog along it, I think it would be easier on their bodies, (knees, ankles, hips) to NOT have to run on pavement. An accessible walkway should be a priority and perhaps part of an age-friendly and/or handicapped-friendly initiative that would be eligible for special funding. Most importantly, it should be accessible year round. Last winter, we tried to walk on the path in Lakeside Park and it was just treacherous - not plowed or sanded at all. This is just not acceptable. The City of Nelson needs to do a better job of looking out for the health and safety of its citizens! Would be lovely to have old fashioned-style lantern lighting, as they do in Dahab, Egypt. Their waterfront walkway is also wide and paved with stone (some decoratively), and accessible for those with mobility issues. The lanterns often provide a photo op,
and are non-intrusive to the starlit view of the sky. It should also be kept plowed and sanded in the winter. I like to be able to run on the dirt, easier on the knees For Wheel chairs, strollers, rollerblading!!!!!! How can we take this beyond a survey? I walk there every day and have done for 20 years - if I want to walk on pavement, I could walk on any street in Nelson. re the park portion of the walkway - for people like me who have difficulty walking, paved concrete would be much harder to walk on. Best would be wood chips. What we have right now - please take care of the potholes! Gravel embedded in the ground (as it is on the existing section of John’s Walk) drains better, and also provides safer footing with no pavement edges to slip off of in winter. I enjoy walking on compact dirt and gravel... pavement is so damn hard on the legs. We have enough of pavement. Let the earth breathe... it has enough pavement on it. It would help keep the weeds from overtaking the path...further narrowing it.
Paving would require tons of upkeep and wouldn’t be the best aesthetically. Keeping it looking nice with crushed rock and landscaped would be best. No need for more cement... but please plow the path in winter. Pavement is not good for pets. The entire walkway should be lit. Although I agree that the path way should be accessible for all I personally don’t want to be walking on pavement. Also, pavement invites much more bike traffic which makes it unpleasant for those wanting a relaxing leisurely stroll. If paved I think we need a separate bike lane for sure. Maybe there could be sections paved (in the more populated areas like in front of the beach and soccer fields, and leave some sections unpaved and for walking only? Absolutely! Think of Vancouver’s or Nanaimo’s waterfront walkways, allows for multiple uses including roller blading. Cyclists and bladers on one side, walkers on the other... works great there! The walkway will become a drawing feature for locals and visitors to Nelson. It needs to be done correctly.
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