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Bike riders critical of big oil
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Bike riders demonstrated for clean energy on Saturday, June 14 as they gathered on Baker Street for the Critical Mass Bike Ride to stop the pipelines
Corinna Rose
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New original opera features puppets see page 4
Lions Park Day celebration See page 5
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Arts&Entertainment Corinna Rose at Expressions
Summer Art Camps announced
Friday, June 27, 8 p.m. at Expressions Night CafĂŠ, 554 Ward St.
The Oxygen Art Centre announced Wednesday, July 2, 7 p.m. Kootenay two new Summer Art Camps. Have you Lake Community Church 16190 Hwy ever wondered what it would be like to 3A, Crawford Bay be a fashion designer? Children and The African Children’s Choir teens can join in for a 5-day camp to melts the hearts of audiences with explore the basic principles of fashion their charming smiles, beautidesign. Fashion Camp with Natalie ful voices and lively African songs Purschwitz runs from July 21-25 with and dances. The program features Ages 9-12 from 9am to noon, and Ages well-loved children’s songs, tradi13-16 from 2-5pm and the cost is $150. tional Spirituals and Gospel favorThen the second week camp from ites. Concerts are free and open to July 28- August 1, is a week of tradiall. A free-will offering is taken at photo submitted tional knowledge and biology weaved the performance to support African Corinna Rose with art. Children can join in for Children’s Choir programs, such as Animal Totem Camp with Charlotte Expressions Night CafÊ welcomes education, care and relief and develErlansson adn Toni (Lupa) Appleby back singer-songwriter Corinna opment programs. No tickets, donafrom 9am-noon for Ages 9-13, and the Rose from Montreal to share her tions welcome. cost is $130. For more information or debut full-length album Northeast www.africanchildrenschoir.com Southwest. Influenced by Weezer, to register go to: www.oxygenartcentre.org Call for Panto Stage Director Owen Pallett and the McGarrigle Sisters in almost equal proportions, Fashion Design for adults deadline: June 25 Rose’s Northeast Southwest captures The Capitol Theatre is inviting a moment, channeling a current run- Saturday and Sunday, July 26 and applications for a stage director and/or ning through Montreal’s music scene, 27, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Oxygen Arts production team for the 27th Capitol and Canada’s wider music world, as Centre, 320 Vernon St (alley entrance) This course will explore the conTheatre Christmas Pantomime. The artists like Corinna Rose emerge from cept stage of the fashion design prothe dark winter into the spring, armed Panto is a mainstay of local thecess. In this two-day workshop you with new music and ready to hit atre featuring 50+ members of the will learn the basic principals of fashthe road. Joining Rose at this show community in often ridiculous and building community since 1988 ion design, develop a concept, collect is Yukon singer-songwriter Morgan hilarious roles. The Panto is an annual inspiration and make initial sketches MacDonald, whose heartbreakingly fundraising event for the Capitol. If for a fashion line. beautiful lyrics are sure to move the you are interested in directing please Tuition credit available for this apply by emailing a cover your resume audience. workshop by volunteering during Tickets are $10 and are available and, if you have an original idea for a Fashion Camp for kids July 21-25 in advance by calling 250-354-3910. production, a brief paragraph of your (see above). Please contact us if you To listen to the artists’ music go to: script to: would like to do this by Email: www.morganmacdonald.ca capitoltheatre@netidea.com info@oxygenartcentre.org www.corinnarose.com
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various dates and times at the Nelson Public Library The theme for this year’s Summer Reading Program is “Funny Business”, and our new summer student employees have been oiling up their funny bones. Registration for Summer Reading Club activities and Reading Log books begins June 23, online or in the library. Mondays feature a Theatre Club for 9 – 12s from 6:30 – 7:30pm. Tuesdays from 1 – 2 there’s hijinks for pre-schoolers aged three to five. Wednesdays there are two different sessions for the six to eight set. Thursdays offer special events for all ages (Groucho glasses optional), and Fridays are Lego-drop-in for everyone. Friday 1 – 2pm is Tweentime for 9 – 12s. There are more details to come, and the website is a great way to get it all: nelsonlibrary.ca/kids
Watershed Film Camps Youth ages 6-18 can create dynamic short digital films from start to finish with professional instructors facilitate a safe, fun and hands-on environment. All sessions take place on the 10th Street Campus of Selkirk College Monday–Friday, from 9am– 3pm. For specific dates for specific age groups visit: http://watershedproductions.ca/ film-camp/
Second operatic world premiere
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Puppet master, Simone Varey, (right) describes her concept for the puppetry in Jorinda with the opera’s creative team, (left to right) producer, Marty Horswill, stage director, Geoff Burns and composer and musical director, Doug Jamieson (standing).
Just three years after the premiere of its hugely successful commissioned opera, KHAOS, the Amy Ferguson Institute has announced it will now mount a second operatic world premiere by yet another Nelson-based composer. “This opportunity to mount another new opera came as a complete surprise,” said AFI president, Dianna Ducs. “We weren’t even aware that another composer of opera lived in Nelson when Doug Jamieson approached us with the offer of his new work, Jorinda.” Doug Jamieson himself will be the musical director for the show, which will open at Nelson’s Capitol Theatre in November 2015. His vision for this work was to tell the story through the use of puppetry rather than the traditional operatic form. submitted by the Amy Ferguson Institute
Exhibition Opening
Friday, June 20, 7 p.m. Kootenay Gallery of Art, 120 Heritage Way, Castlegar The exhibition, Memento Mori: Remember you must die featuring a series of paintings by Rachel Yoder, explores not only her personal struggle with and admitted fear about death but also allows the viewer to contemplate their own feelings about this often uncomfortable subject. In their exhibition Contemporary Reliquaries, Pauline Dupas, Sherlin Hendrick and Diane Burt, ask the question, ‘What happens after the body dies?’ In medieval times remains of or objects associated with a person, were held in a container or shrine referred to as a reliquary. Each of these artists interprets how this practice may be honored in a more contemporary way. The exhibits will run until August 2nd. www.kootenaygallery.com
Nelson proud of Change In his public statement in Parliament on Wedneasy June 11, the Member of Parliament for Toronto-Danforth, Mr. Craig Scott, acknowledged the work of drama teacher Robyn Sheppard, LV Rogers Secondary School students and staff, and the Nelson community that resulted in the creation of The Change Agents full-length feature film. Congratulations to everyone! https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=p5bA7ma5KM8
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Water conservation measures
Friday, June 27, 6-10:30 p.m., on the 200 and 300 blocks of Baker St.
The City of Nelson is asking residents to take the following water conservation measures: Water every other day only. Premises with “even” numbered civic addresses may sprinkle on “even” numbered days of the month (ie: 2nd, 4th, 6th etc) and premises with “odd” numbered civic addresses may sprinkle on “odd” numbered days of the month (ie: 1st, 3rd, 5th etc). Water in the early morning, before 10:00 am, or early evening, after 6:00 pm. Premises with underground sprinklers should have the system checked for leaks and the timer set to only give the lawn about one hour worth of water each week. Ensure that water does not overspray onto sidewalks, driveways or roads. By reducing peak demand, we reduce our impact on water supply, distribution infrastructure, treatment infrastructure and on the environment. A Water Smart Ambassador, working with the City of Nelson and the Columbia Basin Trust, will be walking the neighbourhoods of Nelson and speaking to residents on their water usage. Residents can contact the building community since 1988 Ambassador to provide a free Lawn and Garden Sprinkler Assessment and receive a free hose timer or rain gauge. www.nelson.ca
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Dancers at Marketfest 2013
The West Kootenay EcoSociety is once again bringing the legendary MarketFest back to Baker Street. This is a rain or shine event but hopefully the weather will be kind, the sun will shine, and the music will soar. MarketFest will once again have a food court area on Kootenay Street that makes it very easy for festival goers to find and choose from the wide selection of ready to eat foods that will be on hand. What better way to spend a warm summer evening then eating scrumptious fresh foods, shopping for locally made goods and listening to wonderful live music. www.ecosociety.ca/node/277 To put your business card in the Express News Update call 250-354-3910
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Lions Park Day
Sunday, June 22, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lions Park, Kootenay and Richards St.
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Fun at Lions Park Day, courtesy of Lions Club of Nelson
Come and join the Nelson Lions Club for their annual celebration of the Lions Park. There will be free hot dogs, chips and a beverage. There will be games for the kids such as a bean bag toss, a fish pond, big boxes that kids craw through and paint (washable paint & kids are given some sort of old shirts to wear) and maybe more, as well as a dog contest at 11 a.m. – prizes for tallest, shortest etc etc!!
Trail closure extended
The Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) is extending the closure of the Nelson-Salmo Great Northern Trail because of continuing bear activity. The RDCK expects to re-open the trail on June 30th. Please be aware that black and grizzly bears may be present on the trail system throughout the year so remember to use caution, do not attempt to view or approach bears and do not leave garbage or food on trails. www.rdck.ca
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Summer at Kokanee Park Saturday, June 28, 9 am to 9 pm at Kokanee Park Visitor Centre opens Monday, July 7 Nature Investigators Program begins
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Kokanee Visitor Centre Naturalist Joanne Siderius will have outdoor programs for teens and youngsters this year at the Kokanee Park.
Parents struggling with how to pry their teens out of the digital world take note. This year’s array of summer programs at the Kokanee Creek Park Visitors Centre features a new series of scientific explorations designed for 11 to 16 year olds. “Kokanee Nature Investigators is a summer long program featuring five areas of study,” says the Centre’s naturalist Dr. Joanne Siderius. “We already have great programs for the younger kids, but this year we are reaching out to the older youth to give them a taste of what it’s like to do field work and observation.” The programs are free thanks to grants from the CBT and the Nelson and District Credit Union. Sign up is preferable but no one will be turned away. For a schedule of happenings at Kokanee Park vist http://ecosociety.ca/calendar
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Saturday, June 21 noon until 6 p.m. at the Nelson Skate Park Nelson can celebrate in style this year for the annual International Skateboarding day. The newly minted skate park will see full action on Saturday June 21st with the Nelson & District Youth center hosting a fundraising hotdog sale and activities. Skateboard Ambassador, Matt LeBlanc, (NDYC’s summer staff) will be in attendance at various times at the park from now throughout the summer break. Matt will also be running photo submitted skate camps starting July 7 for 2-4 Colin Innes weeks operated through the NDCC. See the Leisure guide for details. The City of Nelson has filled the http://www.rdck.ca/assets/Services/ position of Director of Public Works Recreation/Summer14~LG~files/ and Utilities. smallnelson.pdf Colin Innes and his family are making the move from the city of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan in a matter of weeks. His first day on the job And the winners are... is July 14. Innessays Nelson has been on Innes On Wednesday, June 11th, at the Colin Hume Hotel in Nelson, Kootenay his family’s radar for years — in fact, Contacts: his wife came across The City’s job Business magazine hosted the 3rd Media Annual Influential Kootenay Women posting while she was looking into summer travel The long-time Kevin Cormack, Cityplans. Manager in Business luncheon. engineer says his family is very much Over 50 businesswomen and 250-352-8203 nominees assembled for the luncheon. looking forward to Nelson’s legendary outdoor and cultural amenities, all & E The three West Kootenay winners Allen Fillion, Director of Development Services so close by. were Lara Ellenwood, Ellenwood 250-352-8217 Innes has been with the City of Homes, Nelson; Amber Hayes, C3PrO Community Contribution Company, Prince Albert for 11 years, where’s Rossland; and Patty Axenroth, he’s tallied up a diverse amount of experience. He’s worked as Public Pennywise Ads, Kaslo. Works Engineer, Utilities Engineer and For the full story visit: Wastewater Treatment Plan Manager. http://kootenaybiz.com He’s been Prince Albert’s Director of Public Works since 2006. Submit your Press Release at www.nelson.ca www.expressnews.ca/pressreleases.php
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Fri. June 20 lllSummer’s Eve Showcase by Vanya’s Music and More 7 p.m. at the North Share Hall. 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 lllRequest DJ. Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill, 9 p.m. lllLive DJ at Wait's News, 10:30 p.m. - 3 a.m. lllShambhala Pagoda Preparty with Neighbour at Spiritbar llKootenay Lake Hospital Foundation Golf Ball Drop at Granite Pointe Golf Course llExhibition Opening Memento Mori: Remember you must die paintings by Rachel Yoder 7 p.m. Kootenay Gallery of Art, 120 Heritage Way, Castlegar lGames night at Expressions Night Café , 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: Edge of Tomorrow 7:30 p.m. at Civic Theatre lGender Outlaws, a support and social group for trans and gender diverse folks. 250-354-5362. lSt. Saviour’s Anglican Church Food Pantry, 701 Ward Street (Silica Street entrance) 9-11am. Everyone welcome. lNDYC Ball hockey (11 years and younger) 4-6 pm, Battle at the youth centre (skateboarding) 7-8 pm 608 Lake St. ph. 250-352-5656.
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llSummer Solstice and 10 Year Anniversary Labyrinth Walk Rotary Lakeside Park Special guests and refreshments. llJoin 2 Danish artists in creating unique accessories and jewellery using recycled innertubes and other “rubbish” combined with colour-morphing friendly plastic! A fun-filled inspiring day experimenting and learning to see with “upcycled” eyes! 10-4 at Expressions Café All ages, seats are limited. Register through Alison Graeme @ 352-2252 or email alisongraeme@ telus.net for more information. llSeniors 90 years or over invited to a Strawberry Social.Phone: 250352-6637 or 250-352-6198 (Senior Citizens Association Branch No. 51) llAncient Skills Workshop with Ric Bivar. Ages 12 & up. 1-3p.m. Free with admission @ Touchstones Nelson llMovie: Of Saints and Outlaws, a local film by Antonio Bastone (Trinity) 7:30 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre l l Free Heart Centred Meditation Practice information session 1:30 p.m. at Kootenay Kids, 312 Silica St. llKootenay Lake Hospital Auxiliary 1st annual Garage and Bake Sale 8am until 2 pm, Royal Canadian Legion Hall on 402 Victoria St. llGlobal Skateboarding Day event at the Nelson Skatepark noon6 p.m. lExpressions Night Café , open 6 p.m. 554 Ward St. Coffee. cupcakes lCottonwood Market 9:30 am to 3 pm at Cottonwood Falls Park. lNelson Chess Club meets: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Nelson’s Senior Association, 717 Vernon St. All ages welcome lMovie: Edge of Tomorrow 7:30 p.m. at Civic Theatre
lMeat Draws and Karaoke at Nelson Legion lounge (Membership available to public). 3:30 pm 352-7727 lCathedral of Mary Immaculate Mass, Nelson at 7 p.m. lSacred Heart Mass, Kaslo 4 p.m. lNDYC Youth BBQ 3-5 pm, Poolshark (pool) 7-9 pm 608 Lake St. ph. 250-352-5656.
Sun. June 22 lllNiko at the Hume Library Lounge. 6p.m. to 10p.m. lllKaraoke at Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill 9 p.m. llAnnual Lions Park Day. Free Hot Dogs, kids games, dog contest and more! 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lions Park lMovie: Edge of Tomorrow 7:30 at Civic Theatre lFirst Baptist Church, 611 - 5th St., Nelson. A Family Friendly Service at10 a.m.Interim Pastor: Rev. George Sears lKootenay Christian Fellowship at 10:30 a.m. 520 Falls Street. Phone 1-888-761-3301. Divine purpose, serving community developing relationships lSt. Saviour’s Anglican 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. lNelson United Church service. 10 a.m. All are welcome. 602 Silica St. 250-352-2822. lCribbage in Nelson Legion lounge 1:00 pm. Membership available to the public. 250-352-7727 or 250-352-6464 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.
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lNelson Downtown Market 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. 400 block Baker St. lOvereatersAnonymous meeting: 12 - 1 p.m. Room 104, Community First Health Co-op, 518 Lake St., Nelson 250-825-4105 lNelson Tech Club: for electronic hobbyists and Arduino enthusiasts to meet and work on projects. every Wednesday 6pm -Annex, Selkirk `10th St Campus. New members welcome. small facility fee, first visit free.http:// www.nelson-tech- club.info/ email info@nelson- tech-club.info lLearn to make a QUILT with Susan Foot at the Women’s Centre 9-11.45 call 551-4951 lStitch it up! Learn to use a sewing machine, alter clothes, mend, put on a zipper. FREE 9 a.m - noon at the Women’s centre. lNelson Women’s Centre Dropin. Noon - 4p.m. Free clothing and food. 420 Mill St. 250-352-9916. lAir hockey (11 yrs and younger) 3:30-5:30, 608 Lake St. ph. 250-352-5656. lLocal Movie: Of Saints and Outlaws 7 p.m. at Civic Theatre lDarts at Nelson Legion lounge (Legion membership available to public) 7:30 pm (250)352-7727 lNelson & Area Elder Abuse Prevention Resource Centre. Wednesdays from 12 - 2pm 719 Vernon St. Phone 250-352-6008. www.nelsonelderabuseprevention.org
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lArt Café at Expressions Night Café, be an artist or an observer. Bring your own art supplies. Open 6 p.m. 554 Ward St. Coffee, cupcakes lQi Gong at the Nelson United Church 602 Silica St 10:30 a.m. $3 drop-in lLadies Target Shooting. No experience needed. Contact Angela onthetarget@hotmail.com for more info & to book a space lToastmasters: Improve your public speaking, communication and leadership skills. 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month. www. toastmasters.org lNelson Women’s Centre. Drop-in. Noon - 4p.m. Free clothing and food. 420 Mill St. 250-352-9916. lEuchre at Nelson Legion lounge (Legion membership available to public). 7:00 pm (250) 352-7727 lKootenay Quilters Guild every first and third Thurs of each month. - 10 a.m. at Christie-Lees Hall, Radio Ave u lNDYC Skate lessons 4-6 pm, Sewing Club 6:30-8:30 pm, Movie night 8-10 pm. 608 Lake St. ph. 250352-5656.
Fri. June 27 lllCorinna Rose an Morgan MacDonald Expressions Night Café, 7:30 p.m. 554 Ward St. $10 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 lllRequest DJ. Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill, 9 p.m. lllLive DJ at Wait's News, 10:30 p.m. - 3 a.m. lllSub Soul - VOL 1 - Miss Erica Dee + Justin Pleasure + Kevin Mcallister at Spiritbar llMarket Fest vendors, food, live music on the 200 and 300 blocks of Baker St.
lWomen of all ages get together to knit, crochet lace, make rugs & more. Women’s Centre 10-1 p.m. lMovie: Transformers: Age of Extinction 7 p.m. at Civic Theatre lGender Outlaws, a support and social group for trans and gender diverse folks. 250-354-5362. lSt. Saviour’s Anglican Church Food Pantry, 701 Ward Street (Silica Street entrance) 9-11am. Everyone welcome. lNDYC Ball hockey (11 years and younger) 4-6 pm, Battle at the youth centre (skateboarding) 7-8 pm 608 Lake St. ph. 250-352-5656.
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Sun. June 29 lllNiko at the Hume Library Lounge. 6p.m. to 10p.m. lllKaraoke at Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill 9 p.m. lMovie: Transformers: Age of Extinction 2 p.m. and 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 lKootenay Christian Fellowship at 10:30 a.m. 520 Falls Street. Phone 1-888-761-3301. Divine purpose, serving community developing relationships lSt. Saviour’s Anglican 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. lNelson United Church service. 10 a.m. All are welcome. 602 Silica St. 250-352-2822. lCribbage in Nelson Legion lounge 1:00 pm. Membership available to the public. 250-352-7727 or 250-352-6464 lUnity Centre of the Kootenays Seniors 51 – 717 Vernon St. 11 a.m. Contact – 250-354-5394 l Ascension Lutheran Church service 10:15a.m. RosemontElementary. All are welcome. 250-352-2515. lCathedral of Mary Immaculate Mass, Nelson at 8:30 a.m and 10:30 a.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 lBethel Christian Centre. 623 Gordon Road, Nelson BC. Sunday Worship Service 10 a.m. For more information please call 250.352.9322
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Plus: drop-in Upcycle Artist demo starting at 7 p.m. Saturday. June 21
Upcycle Workshop
Special daytime event: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. cost: $10 for materials plus a donation for the artists. Evening: open for coffee etc. 6 p.m.
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Thursday June 26 - Art CafĂŠ Drop-In
open for coffee & desserts and participating in or watching artwork creation
Friday June 27 Corinna Rose with Morgan MacDonald doors open at 7 p.m., tickets $10
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Saturday, June 28 open for coffee etc. 6 p.m.
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Expressions Art Café Drop-in
Thursday, June 26, 6 p.m. at 554 Ward Street Join with other artists ber or be a creator. Doors in an evening of creative open 6 p.m. We’ll stay open stimulation. Whether you through the evening as long be a painter, sculptor, or as you are here. Bring your writer you will be welcome own supplies and your iPod to join with others at this to connect to our super evening event. Space is lim- PA system. Some art supited. First come first serve. plies will be available. No The café will be open to charge. Coffee, tea juice the general public as nor- and desserts will be for sale. mal. Be an audience mem- Donations accepted.
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To inquire about renting the Expressions performance and meeting space call 250-354-3910
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Katarina Burkhardt shows her creation from the June 12 Art Café
Expressions Night Café supports local, we serve:
ExpressionsMedium Night Café open regular hours: Wednesday to Saturday, 6 p.m. until close Coffee, tea, juice, cupcakes, treats
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Emergency 911 NPD - Non Emergency (250) 354-3919 RCMP- (250) 352-2156 Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-8477
Police Reports: speeding car hits courthouse wall On Saturday, June 14 at approximately 1:45 a.m., Nelson Police Department (NPD) members responded to multiple 911 reports of a single vehicle collision in front of the Nelson Courthouse. NPD members arrived on scene and found the extensively damaged vehicle still occupied by a male driver and male passenger.
Both the driver and passenger side airbags were deployed. Witnesses at the scene reported observing the vehicle lose control while attempting to negotiate the corner at a high rate of speed. The vehicle then reportedly collided with a stone wall in front of the Nelson Courthouse. A section of the stone wall was significantly damaged
RCMP news: missing person found Wednesday, June 18 at approximately 10 a.m. the body of Michael Mucha was located by Nelson Search Rescue in a wooded area near the north end of the orange bridge in Nelson. The exact cause of death is not being released at this time,
however, police will confirm foul play is not suspected. Family members have been made aware of his discovery. The B. C. Coroner Service has assumed jurisdiction for the file. submitted by the Nelson RCMP
during the collision. The driver of the vehicle, a 23 year old Nelson man, was subsequently investigated for Impaired Driving and is facing several charges in relation to the incident. The driver also sustained minor injuries from the collision. Any further witnesses to this incident are encouraged to contact the Nelson Police Department
at (250)354-3919. The Nelson Police department will be kicking off the summer impaired driving checkstop program next week. Checkstops will be set up in the Nelson area with the intent of targeting impaired drivers as the summer season begins. submitted by the Nelson Police Department
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Opinion&Editorial My Opinion
by Spencer Pollard
Learning to Love Math Math; the one subject many of us fear and dread. Regardless of how much many of us hate it, (myself included) knowing and understanding the fundamentals of math is important. Knowing it is the key. The first step is to adopt a more positive attitude towards it. If you don’t have one then it’s all but impossible to appreciate math in a more meaningful way. One way of looking at it is to try to look at everyday problems and solving them with mathematics.
By looking at everyday problems with this angle, you can gain some valuable insight into how things work. The only issue with taking this approach to life is making the adjustment to looking at life through another lens. I hate math and honestly I still do and I don’t think I’m alone in that. These applications however can help make math easier and are much more worthy of your time. Look at math in a more practical way and hopefully it will come easier. The keyword here is “hopefully”.
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Opinion&Survey We are taking a short vacation from the weekly Survey Question watch for a new question in the July 4 issue
Last week’s survey response: Do you agree that the voting age should be lowered to 16?
Yes 49% No 51% Not ready at that age - sometimes not even interested at the legal age. Keep it as it is. I don’t want it lowered to just 16!!! 11 and up should vote. There are other ways that we can work towards engaging youth in our political process that builds knowledge and capacity to understand the importance of voting. Fifty years ago when a lot of us were growing up I would have said no. Young people today are vastly better informed, more sophisticated, more mature, more worldly than we were.
Online Voting is a necessity and make voting mandatory! This will boost our turnout rate to at least 90% range. New Zealand and Australia have mandatory voting. If you can’t go i.e. medical reason - you have the right to opt out but if not then you will be fined or sent to jail. If it is mandatory to do income taxes then why not for voting??? Most 16 year olds are not interested in knowing what is going on politically. Maybe there should be a class in school that involves more Canadian content regarding our constitution, politics, etc.
Before I had teenagers, I would have said “no”, but now that I have one that will be 16 in the not too distant future, I would say he will be totally ready to do the research and vote intelligently and with personal conviction. Now if he would just put the same effort into picking up his dirty socks off the floor... Too young to understand and bear financial/social implications of their vote. I believe the age could be lowered to 18. At that age they will have likely graduated high school and have sufficient education and knowledge to make an informed vote. Also they would be less likely to be influenced by their parents on which way to vote.
There are many 16 yr. old who are still engaged in World events through school and I think that they are still interested in who is to govern our Country than many adults who have become totally disillussioned with politics and politicans! I would be willing to try anything besides the current system which I have no faith in and is broken. This is a great idea. I would also suggest changing the first past the post system to proportional representation. Then we might see some real change instead of the same old rhetoric. It’s more important to get 95% voter turnout so that democracy can be returned to government.
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