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The popularity of the sport of GT snow racing has been holding fast for a couple of decades now. As children graduate to adolescence, standing in a cold parking lot with friends becomes trendier than having a grand ol’ time with family and friends. Fortunately, toddlers are still becoming children and their parents, who remember the joys of GTing, buy these new children new GTs. Along with introducing children to the exhilaration of careening down a snowy slope comes the re-realisation that it is still awesome as an adult. Whether racing head-to-head, against the clock, participating in a frantic mass start or just enjoying the wind in your hair, Snake Hill is the locale for Local Townies who take GTing seriously. Accessed from the Rodeo Grounds parking lot at the base of Mount 7, Snake Hill features a series of corners that are banked so tight they steal business from CIBC in the winter. The first dozen or two riders down after a snowfall are enough to polish out a smooth glissade. A couple of frigid weeks after a snowfall the course becomes blisteringly fast enough to chafe even the most calloused GT hardcore. Ideal equipment includes a modified GT as outlined in this issue of the Local Townie, an ’80s neon snowsuit, a thermos full of your favourite liquored warm drink, a git-’er-dun attitude and a helmet rated for multiple impacts. The next evening you’re looking for an epi-shotworthy dose of adrenaline, borrow or buy some GT snow racers and give Snake Hill your best. Before you head home, just don’t forget to collect your offspring at the bottom after leaving them in your icy dust.
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SARAH JANE OSADETZ | GRAPHIC DESIGN & CONTRIBUTOR: Honouring youth and working with them is some of the most rewarding work that can be done. Sarah’s life goal is to balance supporting her daughter in her interests, continued volunteering and following her own passions as a visionary single parent. osacreative@hotmail.com
Youth are essential for any community to exist, to thrive, be vibrant, and to ground our values and traditions. We pass on our knowledge and learn from youth. Our community is a leader in families and youth oriented services. We are celebrating our youth with a new youth centre, ever-expanding resources and community groups, and sports and recreation. This is a testament of our commitment to our families.
LYNN MARTEL | EDITOR: Lynn espouses the vim and vigour of a life well spent. A devoted aunt and family gal, Lynn always makes time to bring her adventures to pen, paper and to home to her family and friends. Thanks for sharing, Lynn! http://lynnmartel.ca/
When I discuss youth with today’s families, often it leads to comments about how tough it is to raise a family with finite resources and funds to provide a “normal childhood” for their little loved ones. My single mother was no different than most underemployed or unemployed parents. We were poor many times in my youth and teenage years. I remember the fridge being empty except for milk, PB & J, bread and some Kraft Dinner. The community was there for us; the food bank, friends, and in my teenage years, the Royal Canadian Army Cadets kept me going.
SEAN TONELLI | SOCIAL MEDIA: Sean’s young are the projects that he creates and contributes to daily, weekly and monthly. This guy knows social media like no other and LOVES the 140 character comments, going viral with virile youth! www.onoursleeves.com SEAN (ROOKIE) NYILASSY | GEAR BY ROOKIE: This guy’s fountain of youth brings us safety in resort skiing. Shredding with his tribe of patrollers and ski bums - this man’s path defines living the dream and keeping your inner child well played.
CLAUDINE ST CYR-PREMONT | CONTRIBUTOR: This classy lady helps children evolve their skills in French from math & reading to speaking & interacting. Inspiring children all over this community, we salute your skills, Claudine! TODD MENZIES | MUSIC & MUSES: Inspiring youth in his way of fashion, skill and lifestyle, Todd brings a great flavour to Golden’s cultural scene. Walking the walk and playing the talk resembles what youth dream about when wanting to be a rock star. www.willhorse.com ANDREA JOHNSON | CONTRIBUTOR: Join us in greeting Andrea Johnson to our mix. Bringing new and fresh opportunities to skiers at KHMR, her versatile zest for travel and all things rad has already ‘youthed up’ our mag. IT’s ABOUT YOUR & OUR COMMUNITY | TOWNIES : Leslie Adams Sanne van der Ross, Dalia Yanai, Jason Eastwood, Gentlemen’s Leisure Club of Golden, The Local Townie News thanks them for their continued support and great writing and many more. Want to contribute? call 250-439-7123 The Local Townie News Magazine is published by Moonraker Services, PO BOX 2673 Golden BC V0A 1H0. 4000 copies published every month. Enquiries? KrisKing@LocalTownie.com 250-439-7123 Copyright Moonraker Services 2013
Growing up and moving many times to follow my mom to new opportunities, Army Cadets was there for me in every town we lived in from the age of 12, when I joined a Cadet unit in 100 Mile House, BC. The Army Cadet family was a place where I was able to flourish, learn self-discipline, have role models, learn lifelong skills, escape the day-to-day life for a few nights a week, and have fun—for free. I was very active with the Army Cadets: drum line, shooting team, leadership, instructing, drill, team sports, camping, trips, six-week summer camps, marching bands and volunteering with the community. My mom encouraged me along the way, watching me at parades. She knew that it was my thing and didn’t interfere with me much as it was the best role model experience that she could have given me, filling in for what she couldn’t provide. Cadets have the best price in the world for a parents—100 per cent free. The common uniform, ranks, medals, certificates, and achieving the prestigious Master Cadet designation, gave me structure and obtainable goals which framed my own way of seeing the world. I still have lifelong friends from Cadets to this day. Some joined the military, one is a banker in London, England and many continued on with the program as adult instructors. Now, that I have settled down, with my ski bum days behind me, Cadets gives me the opportunity to give back to our community. Working with the organization that helped raise me, I continue to learn more and more. For more info on the local 3066 Royal Canadian Army Cadets, Lord Strathcona Regiment, which meets at the Royal Canadian Legion on Monday nights, call Capt. Navneet Rondeau at 250-344-2321 or visit www.cadets.ca
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Opinions about children and youth today generally reflect attitudes that they are overprotected, under disciplined and don’t get outside enough. The Scouting program worldwide promotes independence, life skills and leadership, using the outdoors to teach these principals. For several years Scouting in Golden has been inactive; the only evidence that it used to exist shows up on sandbag logos every winter. A small core group of dedicated Local Townies, however, have brought Scouting back. One of these individuals working enthusiastically to revive the local program is Julian England. Julian grew up in the United Kingdom and joined Scouts when he was eight years old. His grandfather led a Cub Scout pack throughout most of Julian’s childhood. Julian went through the whole program, from Cub Scouts to Venture Scouts, until he was 21, before becoming a leader for a few years. “All the things I started in Scouting became really strong passions [later in life],
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such as mountaineering, climbing, canoeing, skiing; all these came from getting into the outdoors through Scouting,” Julian said. He also reported that when he told his mother he had joined Scouting again as a leader, her response wasn’t, “That’s great.” It was, “It’s about time!” In 1983, as a Scout, Julian participated in the 15th World Scouting Jamboree in Alberta’s Kananaskis Country. It was his first real trip out of Europe and he was able to expand it by staying with other Scouting families in Toronto on his way there, and on the way back in Vancouver. Later in his life, when deciding where to live, he remembered the experience and decided to try a move to Canada. He and his wife arrived at Sun Peaks, near Kamloops, BC six years ago, where they taught skiing until they decided to stay. They moved to Golden five years ago.
“I think there is more opportunity for growth; it’s about being visible in the community, people knowing that Scouting is operating in the community,” Julian states. “In some ways it’s never been more relevant. How do we get kids outside and more interested outside of their computers? Any program that gives them life skills, I think, is really important.” Beaver Scouts meet Thursday nights at the Legion Banquet Hall from 6 to 7:15 p.m. At five to seven years old, these children are often gaining their first bits of independence away from their moms and dads. Cub Scouts meet Monday nights at the Alexander Park Elementary School gymnasium from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Cub Scouts promise to “do my best,” encouraging them to take pride in their abilities. Insists Julian, “It’s do YOUR best, not BE the best!”
Julian responded to an advertisement about 18 months ago for Beaver Scout leaders. At that time, a few parents and kids were bringing the program back into the community. This year, the group is thriving with 12 Beaver Scouts, six Cub Scouts and a Scout troop of five. The leaders and youth meet every week and have an outside activity one weekend every month.
The Scout Troop meets at the Legion Banquet Hall right after Beaver Scouts on Thursday nights from 7:15 to 8:45. Scouts learn to “be prepared” and focus on learning skills they can use for the rest of their lives.
Plans for the rest of the winter for the Cub and Scout sections include: winter camping at Camp Wenman, complete with sleeping in snow caves (also known as quinzees); camping near Kimberley at Camp Stone, complete with a high ropes course; and a “night trek” hosted by the regional Girl Guides. Other regular weekend outings include cross -country skiing and snowshoeing. New Beavers, Cubs and Scouts are welcome and because the year is half over, membership costs are discounted. ($85 for the rest of the year!)
New leaders are always welcome and needed. You need to have a couple of hours a week to commit to the kids and to planning, and have a passion for helping youth be the best they can be. The group will give you opportunities for training and a venue for fun!
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community development projects, when the Early Childhood Development Coalition Coordinator (ECDC) position came up, Joanne applied. The eight-hour a month time commitment suited her too.
“I wasn’t looking for work,” she said. “I had two little kids and I When Joanne McCullough and her husband Adam decided they would start planned to be a stay-at-home mom, a business and raise a family, they chose Golden as the perfect town. like my mom was. But it felt good; Having travelled extensively and lived in Jasper, Alberta, they planned for it felt right to give back.” Adam to run The Golden Taps, while Joanne enjoyed being a stay-at-home As ECDC coordinator, for four years mom. Joanne’s job has involved bringThen while visiting her parents in Lethbridge, Alberta in 2007, Joanne ing together various programs and services while helping to raise took her older son, Wilson, then just a toddler, to a spray park. awareness of the importance of “He loved it,” she said. “I thought it would be great to have a spray park early childhood development. Her research led her to the Univerin Golden.” sity of British Columbia’s Human Early Learning Partnership (HELP) a collaborative interdisciplinary research network pioneering studies of how different environments and experiences contribute to inequalities in children’s development.
Joanne McCullough: Developing a foundation for youth and families in Golden
“When I started to do my research, I began to see early childhood development is of massive importance,” Joanne said. “Ninety per cent of the human brain develops by the age of six. This is a critical window for development. Good childhood development is not about living in the perfect house; it’s about having the right exposure to the right things at the right time.”
Children need opportunities to develop a myriad of interpersonal, human coping and communication skills, including using the body, Earlier that summer through the Town of Golden she had enrolled in Cen- using the mind and making eye contact with people who love them. tre for Innovation and Entrepreneurial Leadership (CEIL) course. “That course was life-changing,” Joanne said. “I’d been a traveller and Meanwhile, the cost of housing has I’d been a stay-at-home mom, and I wasn’t sure what my place was. But I risen significantly in recent years, while wages have stagnated. Twoknew I really wanted to get involved with this community.” parent households have become One of the people she met through the CIEL course was Connie Barlow, the norm, yet the associated costs Executive Director of the Golden Community Resources Society, the of childcare add to parents’ stress umbrella organization for non-profits in Golden. Connie shared the idea levels. for a spray park, so she helped Joanne form a committee and apply for grants. Three years and $250,000 later, Golden’s Little Gushers Spray Park “I think we’re all feeling guilty that was born. Having discovered she felt passionate about being involved in it’s not perfect,” Joanne admitted.
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“Many of us are raising children far away from our parents. There’s a real sense of loneliness with our parents not here.” The key is not to lay blame, she said, adding, “Every parent is doing the best they can with the challenges presented.” For her part, when her brother gave her the book, Connected Parenting, by Jennifer Kolari, she spent three months arranging for Ontario-based Kolari to visit Golden—and Fernie and Cranbrook—in Sept. 2011. Encouraged by the provision of a free meal and childcare, 120 Golden parents attended. “So many parents told me they felt empowered by what she had to say,” Joanne said. Last October, she organized a presentation by UBC HELP researcher and author Dr. Paul Kershaw, a leading advocate for the family who argues Canada’s governments no longer serve all generations with families at the short end of the funding stick. The WTF—Where’s the Family?—party packed The Golden Taps with local families, including mayor Christina Benty and Town Council members. “Joanne is driven by her passion to make things good for children and families,” said Connie Barlow. “She promotes and supports partnerships that create efficiency and she creates solid alliances to make things happen.” Continuing to make things happen, in January Joanne launched her blog, http://easethesqueezeplease. wordpress.com/. With 200 hits on her first day, she was thrilled to have hit a nerve. “The job has taken over my life,” Joanne said. “But I feel it’s critical.”
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After not having been on Nordic skis for a couple of years, I was a bit nervous about falling too, so I handed off my camera bag to Ned. “I won’t fall,” he said in a stoic manner. Dressed in Carharts with sawdust on his clothes, TXT & PICS Kris King he was taking a break from his day Crisp cool air, great grooming at the Dawn Mountain Nordic Centre (DMNC) and job as project manager with Innovahumble company set the stage for a sweet sliding on snow session with Shelly tion Building Group, building a home Poland, my neighbour and local Special Olympics Canada team member in at nearby Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, and ready to rip around the 33 cross-country skiing. kilometres of maintained trails. “I am going to stay behind today, my hip is bit sore from the other day,” announced Jean, Shelly’s mother. That left me with Ned Johnson and Shelly Shelly gave me a couple of pointers to ski the Beaver Loop trail at DMNC, while Jean curled up to a book in the about how to ski. “Keep your back straight and bend your knees,” she newly-built Dawn Mountain Chalet.
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This Special Olympics athlete is fully sponsored for her sport of crosscountry skiing, classic technique. “The community has been extremely supportive of her,” Jean mentioned repeatedly. The Golden Nordic Ski Club donated her season’s pass. With special mention of Red Tomato Pies The Special Olympics Canada Winter Games committee supplied all the travel costs, uniforms and equipment for her to succeed. “The uniform for the Korea Games is great, but I can’t show you until Shelly is in Korea,” Jean told me with a smile. As she listed the highlights of the Special
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Jean and Shelly practice at the Golden Golf Course track four or five days a week; Jean is Shelly’s coach for the Special Olympics World Winter Games, which took place in Pyeongchang, South Korea from Jan. 29 thru Feb. 5. Ned is the local volunteer Special Olympics organizer for Golden and area.
said, as she continued by demonstrating how to pass on the trail while in competition. Her Nordic shuffle is one of caution but built with speed in sight.
“I started working with Shelly four years ago. She never did ski; it would take her 30 minutes to go up that last little hill we just skied. Now she has won Shelly is not the typical Golden girl. every competition that she has been in!” Ned boasted. He and Shelly ski at She is one of the most active I have ever met. “I love it, just love it!” DMNC a couple of times a week. she exclaimed. “I love to bowl, golf, “Make sure you take it easy this time, her shoulder is a bit sore from last swim, ski and go to school.” Shelly time,” Jean said to Ned with a motherly tone of concern. Shelly and Ned gave has her high school diploma and atme a grinning look and explained how the last time they skied together they tends College of the Rockies a couple of hours daily three days a week, to did some fast skiing on a downhill that ended with a bit of fall. practice numbers and reading. Down Syndrome does not stop this young lady from living to the fullest. “My job is to train for skiing,” she declared. “We have a full training program and weights for her to use in the house,” Jean added.
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Olympics information packages they received, Jean explained how she and Ned have learned not to cheer for just one country, but to cheer for everyone who competes. For Shelly, winning is the game. Although this marked her first Special Olympics World Winter Games, she had already won Silver and Gold medals in all the competitions she previously participated in, both regionally and nationally. “I win every time,” Shelly said, giving me a big smile. To learn more about Down Syndrome, visit the Canadian Down Syndrome Society at www.cdss.ca/ and Special Olympics Can-
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When Syd Feuz was growing up in Golden in the 1920s and ’30s, he followed the train tracks to school from his home on Swiss Hill. “It was kind of tricky, especially in winter when there were piles of snow and the only thing that got plowed was the railroad,” Syd recalled. “When the train came, we had to dive into the snowbank. It was pretty interesting sometimes, but we never lost any of us that way.”
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Golden boasts an impressive roster of services. From birth to age six, children benefit from the support of early learning professionals, a speech language therapist, kindergarten teachers, preschool teachers, childcare providers, a local college manager, public health nurses, elementary school
of these same services and dedicated people, as well as school district employees and/or other professionals working for government agencies or non profit organisations. “The contributions of sports and leisure organisations, service
When my children were little, most moms were home with their kids, most dads had full-time jobs and home ownership wasn’t just a dream - Connie Barlow
Since then, attitudes toward child rearing have changed a lot. Lifestyles have changed too, and also the cost of living. “When my children were little, most moms were home with their kids, most dads had full-time jobs and home ownership wasn’t just a dream,” said Connie Barlow, Executive Director of the Golden Community Resources Society (GCRS). “Kids were outside most of the time—summer and winter—playing in their neighborhood with kids of all ages. They learned to solve problems, make decisions and experience natural consequences in a play environment parents were idealistically confident was safe for them. Today, the needs of children and parents are still the same, but life is more complicated.” Even with two incomes, it takes the average family 15 years to save a 20 per cent home down payment, compared with five years in 1976. Canada’s governments spend four times as much on those older than 65 as they do on Canadians 45 and younger. While it makes sense to assist seniors, University of British Columbia researcher Dr. Paul Kershaw argues it’s short-sighted not to invest in tomorrow’s workforce. A 104-question questionnaire developed by Kershaw’s UBC research team that measures five cores areas of early childhood development, which was applied to Golden/Nicholson/Field kindergarten students, rated the region’s vulnerability quotient as 40 per cent; the BC average is 30 per cent and trending upward. British Columbia has the second-highest child poverty in Canada, and kids who are vulnerable in their early years have an increased chance of being socially dysfunctional by the time they reach adulthood. Drug addiction and crime cost everyone money. In the past five years, however, Golden has benefitted from a greater community-wide shared understanding of the importance of early childhood development. “The formalization of the Early Childhood Development Coalition [ECDC], coordinated by Joanne McCullough, was a huge step,” Connie said. “Overall, GCRS has outstanding employees working in our early learning and child care programs. Our Childcare Resource and Referral Coordinator, Renee Quanstrom, is a driving force as our early learning programs and services continue to expand and flourish. Shelley Zajsek, our Little Chimps Preschool and StrongStart manager received a Prime Minister’s Award in 2012, recognizing her as leader in early childhood education.”
principals, the Town of Golden leisure services manager, an infant development specialist, non profit managers, public librarians and Columbia Shuswap Regional District services—not to mention concerned and loving parents. As they grow, Golden’s children continue to be supported by many
groups and enthusiastic volunteers also support social, emotional and physical health—enhancing a child’s potential for success,” Connie said. “As our community embraces the ‘it takes a village to raise a child’ philosophy, creative, innovative and efficient partnerships and alliances are flourishing here.”
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more than a few candles for light, I met Dominic. He had a calm demeanor and a smile that transcended the darkness. He spoke uninterrupted for hours about his experience, detailing his abduction as a young boy and the four long years that he spent in captivity. In a matter of seconds, Dominic lost his family, his identity and his youth when his village was burned down and his family killed at the hands of the LRA. While he was speaking, it was hard to imagine him as the young boy in the story, as his spirit was infectious and he held an air of positivity that paralleled no one I had met before. He was a survivor. Amazingly, Dominic escaped from that putrid environment in his late teens hoping to regain the innocence that was taken away from him at such a young age. But how is this possible? How can a person progress into adulthood when he was so savagely robbed of his youth?
of children however, have been captured by the LRA for the purposes of war, and few have survived the ordeal with a perspective as forgiving and optimistic as Dominic’s. Those who could no longer believe in the virtue of humankind after witnessing such graphic atrocities at the hand of a machete are perpetuating the vicious cycle that will ultimately destroy our youth, and in turn, our future. This cycle needs to be broken.
Dominic was fortunate enough to Sudanese rebel group that disturbingly relies on children as weapons of war spend the first 12 years of his life because they are disposable, easily accessible and impressionable. Dominic in a loving home with parents who was one of these children. nurtured him, embedding a value system and a work ethic that has enSitting in a small courtyard surrounded by my travel companions with nothing dured to this day. Tens of thousands
Presently, Dominic works for the media in South Sudan as a radio DJ, advocating for political legitimacy and a liberal democracy. He works hard to achieve a safe and untroubled future for East African youth.
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I met Dominic in Soroti, Uganda knowing only two things about him: he was quite the swindler with a deck of cards and he’d been a child soldier. Dominic fought in Northern Uganda for the Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) under the direct supervision of Joseph Kony, the international war criminal most recently made famous by the KONY 2012 awareness campaign. The LRA is a
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Dominic’s story has remained with me since I returned from Uganda more than a year and a half ago, because it reminds me of the fragility of our youth and how important they are for our society’s development. Their actions and beliefs, around the world, create the discourse of our future meaning that it truly takes a global village to ensure the protection and stable future for our children.
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ing our youth into the discussion of our future. “Everyone seems to be so wrapped up in the importance of the future environment, technology Music & the and landscape,” Matthew says. “It Enviroment appeared that the most important people, our youth, were left out of TXT Andrea Johnson PIC Submitted that equation. I wanted to put them Engaging young people in an increasingly disconnected world is not an easy back in.” task; however, as a youth counsellor in British Columbia, Matthew Chapman has a few unconventional tricks up his sleeve. “I never wanted to be a counselor who asked ‘how do you feel about that?’ I wanted the youth of today to ask that question of themselves and the easiest way to do that was through songwriting,” Matthew says. “I chose music because I found it authentic to my own expressions.”
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For the past seven years, Matthew has been a youth counsellor in BC. Three years were spent working in a northern BC reservation community, Fort Ware, refining the Music Saves the Soul program which educates youth in songwriting and sound engineering. “Upon completion of this program, the youth are able to mix and master their own demo albums. They are able to hear their own expressions outside of themselves,” Matthew explains. Beyond the influence of music, Matthew facilitated a restorative justice Eco Therapy Camp for troubled youth coming out of jail. Based near Fort Ware, the camp focused on traditional living, instructing youth for six weeks in the importance of connecting with nature and our environment. “As a counselor, you never got to see the youth apply the skills learnt in camp in their natural settings, but the rate of re-offending with the majority of the youth plum- The resources required to raise our meted after the camps,” Matthew boats proudly. “I would say this is a huge youth are not always easy to come success.” by, Matthew explains, as there is a great deal of hard work done behind After spending nearly two years working on the Eco Therapy Camp, Mat- closed doors that facilitate the healthew decided to reconnect with the education system, where he presently ing process for these children. Be it works as a community counsellor based out of David Thompson Secondary through music or outdoor education, School in Invermere, BC. Matthew’s involvement in the East Kootenay youth Matthew has committed a genuine community expands beyond these programs, and reaches towards reinstat- devotion towards creating inclusive
healing space for our youth. His spirited outlook toward life has shaped his integrative approach toward youth counselling in the community. “Coaches, parent volunteers, organisers, community members, Town councillors and you, the readers, all
Mathew Chapman Matthew facilitated a restorative justice Eco Therapy Camp for troubled youth coming out of jail. create the community that raises our children; through skate parks, sports teams, music lessons, summer camps, and generally being a good community-based person,” Matthew states. “I believe the next generation has a great foundation and is the priority of all forward thinkers.”
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COMICS FOR WOMEN LOCAL^ TRADE: GRAPHIC ADVENTURE STORIES TXT Sean Tonelli The comic world often seems like a scary and unfamiliar place for any newcomer, but women have it especially hard. There is a lot of testosterone floating around the comic book world with a lot of criticism over how women are portrayed. Here is a list of graphic novels I’ve compiled for the females out there in geekdom looking to delve into the world’s most original artistic medium.
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ing. Each panel is a work of art; even the character design on Batwoman makes you wish every character out there could look as cool as her. Williams was even awarded an Eisner Award for his trouble. Batwoman is also a bad ass—just saying.
In her 24 years as Infant Development Consultant at the Golden Family Center (GFC), Rhonda Smith has witnessed change. At its conception
Hawkeye Vol. 1: My Life as a Weapon:
Fables 1001 Nights of Snowfall: Created by Bill Willingham in 2002. Fables follows various characters from well-known fairy tales and folklore that have been forcefully removed from their homelands by the malevolent The Adversary. This graphic novel is an excellent starting point as the story revolves around Snow White who has been taken prisoner and the only way to stave off her execution is to tell a different story every night to the Sultan. Re-tellings of classic stories you love, from a protagonist who uses her brain, as opposed to her body, will introduce you to one of the more original and fleshed-out worlds in comics. Batwoman: Elegy: Written by Greg Rucka and sporting jaw-dropping art by J.H. Williams III. This collection revolves around our titular character taking on Alice, a girl who sees her life as a fairy tale and everyone as expendable. Seriously though, the book looks amaz-
When Matt Fraction and David Aja were assigned to breathe new life into an otherwise minor Marvel character, nobody seemed to care. Then issue one dropped and Hawkeye was considered one of the most original tales put to paper. The series follows what happens when Clint Barton, aka Hawkeye, isn’t being an Avenger, a simple premise that makes for endless stories and truly hilarious moments resulting in the comic medium’s first sitcom. Watch! As Hawkeye battles slum lords! Cry! As Hawkeye tries to install his DVD player! Cower! As his neighbours invite him to a BBQ and call him Hawkguy over and over. This is an honest and humorous look at one person dealing with being human. Plus there’s even a whole Ross and Rachel type sub-plot thrown in for good measure.
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The Giving Tree focuses programming for early years development in Golden
in 1988, the GFC was nothing more than a realisation of Golden’s lack of funding and availability for youth and early learning programs. In the beginning, services such as abuse counselling and early intervention
for speech and language pathology were merely forethought for Rhonda and her colleagues. Now, with a highly trained staff and a much larger purse, the GFC offers many specialized programs that service the growing needs of our community. Focusing on the early years (birth to age five), Rhonda has spearheaded many of these programs, with her most recent project being the Giving Tree Childcare Society. “Quite a number of years ago, we conducted an extensive survey of parents. One of the main areas that they identified was a need for more childcare in Golden,” Rhonda says. Under the umbrella of the Giving Tree Childcare Society, there is a proposal for building an early learning and childcare hub adjacent to Alexander Parks Elementary School. Having recently completed a business plan, GFC secured funding from Columbia Basin Trust to hire a coordinator to oversee the implementation of the proposed childcare hub. With a projected completion date more than a year and a half away, Rhonda remains giddy with anticipation towards the fruition of this project, as she reflects on the progress of the GFC towards servicing our community’s needs over the past 24 years. The Giving Tree Childcare Society Board of Directors includes Brenda Managh, Monica De, Caroline Osborne and Rhonda Smith. Rhonda can be reached at goldidp@uniserve. com or 250-344-2000.
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Kicking Horse Mountain Resort is a huge supporter of the GKHAT/ Nancy Green race team. The resort works closely with GKHAT assisting and donating many important and valuable resources. Grooming, terrain, gate training areas, gate storage and a land space for the yurt are provided to the youths. Management at KHMR understand the importance of foundational resource investments for these youths to achieve excellence at regional competitions.
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“We are a race team,” says Mark Baxendale who, like many others with the organisation, spends countless hours volunteering with GKHAT, guided by the excellent national curriculum of the Nancy Green Ski League. Comprised of a collective of dedicated volunteers and professional coaches, the GKHAT program has brought many new levels of skills to the young skiers of Golden and surrounding area. About 75 local and Alberta youth participate in this sport, learning lifelong skills that include team spirit, skiing and competitive racing. While standing in the gondola queue one powder day, a national coach speaking with Mark guesstimated about 30 per cent of the skiers in the line-up were likely former Nancy Green In Golden, the team is not just a students who developed skills they’ll have for life through the program. race team. In Golden’s capacity as a four-season town, Mark explains, The GKHAT began under a different name many years ago while the youth development is enhanced Whitetooth Ski Program was in full swing. Over the years, the Golden through sports including hockey, community, BC Lottery grants and various other youth grants, traditional basketball, mountain biking, dance fundraising efforts and also KHMR have been instrumental in helping to and gymnastics. These all help imraise the necessary funds for equipment, uniforms, the team yurt at the prove core stability, and also teach mountain’s base and wages for dedicated professional coaches. “We help correlating skills. “Youth who are fund our coaches for courses and professional development,” Mark ex- in involved in community sports in plains. These funds also keep the cost for parents to a minimum.
Golden don’t get bored or overworked,” Mark says. While working with our local hockey teams, GKHAT and other youth organisations, over the years Mark has noticed a trend of youth dropping out of activities around the age of 12. Many factors contribute to this trend, he says, adding it’s difficult to pinpoint what might keep kids interested as they advance into their teens. There are a few who do succeed and even surpass expectations, and eventually give back to their youth program of choice, becoming instructors them-
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TXT^ Todd Menzies PIC Jodie Ponto Let’s face it, girls love guys with guitars and guys equally love a girl with a guitar. The first time I saw Miss Quincy I’m not sure which captivated me more—her sex appeal or the fact that she rocked so much. Backed by her equally sexy and talented stand-up bass player, Shari, and drummer, Holly, these three girls put on a show! “Miss Quincy doesn't fit the classic girl singer/songwriter mold and The Showdown isn't your average allgirl band,” promises their Facebook page. “You won’t find them singing pretty pages out of their diaries; instead you’ll find them starting a party everywhere they play by getting down and rocking out with raunchy roots and blues and straight up rock ’n roll.”
Sunday Afternoon Howl 4-7 p.m. Open mic/songwriters Jam Open 3 p.m. till midnight!
Influenced by The Runaways, The Black Keys and Big Mama Thornton, Miss Quincy & The Showdown bring a modern sound to a classic blues vibe. Dressed to impress in their retro-style stage ensemble, these girls will leave you speechless with their jaw-dropping look and sound. Following the release of their most recent album, Like The Devil Does, the ladies started with an eight-month world tour that included the UK, Netherlands, Germany, Italy and Austria, followed by a cross-Canada Miss Quincy & Willhorse Play album release @ Rockwater Grill & Bar tour. They graced the stage with their Golden BC FEB 20, 2013 presence at many festivals including Trout Forest Music Festival, South Country Fair, Robson Valley Music Festival, Sweetwater 905 Arts and Music Festival, Freedom Fest, Music on the Mountain and ArtsWells throughout the 2012 summer. Captivating audiences, they left everyone with something to talk about the next morning over their coffee, or in some people’s case (which is usually mine at a festival), their morning beer. This winter Miss Quincy has spent a good part of the winter in Mexico, getting away to focus on writing the new album. While not on the road, in the studio or writing, Miss Quincy earns a living as a cook at remote hunting camps. “I was the kid sent to the meat shack to cut the rump roast for dinner when I was seven years old,” Miss Quincy explains. Whether she is slaving over a fire in the cook shack at camp or rocking out on stage, this girl is all business. You wouldn’t know it by looking at her, but once you get to know Miss Quincy you will be taken by the level of confidence and professionalism of this up-and-coming musician. In her case, I feel the term musician is an understatement; to me Miss Quincy is so much more than a musician. She is truly an entertainer. Miss Quincy & The Showdown make their debut appearance in Golden on Wednesday, Feb. 20 at The Rockwater, sharing the stage with local favourites, Willhorse. So saddle up and head on down to see these ladies in a show that is sure to be remembered. Be prepared to dance the night away and guys—you may want to look your best for these ladies. For more on Miss Quincy & The Showdown, visit www.missquincy.net Menzies Music Productions Presents: Miss Quincy & The Showdown with Willhorse Wednesday, February 20 @ The Rockwater
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MUSIC & MUSES BY MENZIES:
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Working full-time while pursuing her dream of being a musician, Paige uses her time wisely, writing new material for her new album, which she hopes to release this spring. Turning 19 opens up a lot of doors for Paige, as she is now old enough to perform in bars and other licensed venues. Paige plans to start performing more at the popular Golden open mics to gain more stage experience. In the past few years, Paige has performed all over Golden, including her own sold out show at The Crooked Antler. She has been singing since the age of five, and playing guitar for the last four years. She’s planning to play the piano on some tracks as well for her upcoming album, including her single I Am Me.
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MUSIC & MUSES BY MENZIES:
SUNDAY HOWL
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TXT^ Todd Menzies
Starting on Sunday, Feb. 10, Golden’s newest restaurant, The Wolf’s Den, will host Sunday open mic nights. Focusing on an intimate atmosphere for singer-songwriters and musicians to perform in, the Sunday Howl will be a family-friendly, all-ages format. Every Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m., The Wolf’s Den invites you to come play, sing or just sit back and watch. The fireside setting will allow for the most timid amateur musicians to perform in a friendly, motivating atmosphere. The nights will be hosted by John Jenkins, who has lately been focusing on his solo music career and fatherhood, and who sounded excited when he talked about his new project. “I’m looking forward to reconnecting with musicians in town,” he said. “And the building has a good energy and great acoustics.”
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Chicken & Ribs John Jenkins hosts an all ages open mic at the Wolf’s Den every Sunday The Wolf’s Den owner, Curt Thorne, is no stranger to music either, having spent years as front man to his touring country band. With the Wolf’s Den being located in the old Trapper building, Curt and his team have created a rustic dining experience with a comfortable atmosphere—a great place to wind down after a long weekend. John feels this will be a great opportunity for a lot of musicians who work 9 to 5 jobs who can’t come out to other establishments in town that host open mic nights during the week. After teaching guitar lessons in Golden for more than four years, John went on to say, “this is a place where I could have told my students to go play—a chance to perform in front of an audience.”
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LOCAL^ ARTIST: JOHN MATHESON TXT Sarah Jane Osadetz
John Matheson, for all intents and purposes, is a sculptor. He also plays, designs and experiments with graphic design, animation, oil & acrylic paint, sketching, photography and many other media. What is most interesting about John is that he avoids art exhibits, books, looking at art or reading about art. He wants to derive inspiration completely from the introverted, inspired place of imagination. Nature is a common theme—his closeness with it. “What I paint are part of my imagination—my own vision; I have no interest in reproducing natural surroundings exactly like they are,” John reveals. The valuable observations he makes in nature, married with intuitive creativity are the fabric of what formulates his paintings and sculptures. Some would consider his choice to stay away from common influences to be counterproductive – especially academics. First Nations’ culture, on the other hand, brings connection, harmony and studying the environment into daily life and practise.
As described in the documentation of First Nations’ culture by Wade Davis in The Sacred Headwaters, people who have been raised just in nature without the influence of the industrialized school system, extroverted ideologies of western culture and consumptive habits, have an inner sensing for capturing moments in nature in a completely different way than what mainstream society is used to. John’s ideas of being creative outside common cultural influences are reflected in stories depicted in the book. Imagine being raised in the forests of northwestern BC without any exposure to the “outside world.” Then bring that type of awareness to creativity. How would this change the way an artist depicts the world around them? Without external opinions, media, influences of a global culture and thought processes—just nature, a whole realm of intangibles become accessible. The First Nations’ peoples’ practice of bequeathing wisdom and experience, observations from centuries of inherited spoken word stories and passed-down knowledge generation after generation, encourage the quest for self-identity through other means. Currently, the indigenous peoples of the far North are still found living the old ways—not many, mind you, yet they are there. Being immersed only in the natural world exposes humans to a completely different set of life skills. Connection to and a relationship with self and the environment lends itself to a different aesthetic in art, expression, identity and way of living with the land.
John Matheson Stone Sculptor & Acrylic Painter
ence make people and nature bend to human whim and ambition, sculpture is about honing vision, trusting and allowing the creative process. The piece will reveal itself in time through visualization.
Refining skills? This takes years of practise. “I always pick rock and wood for sculpture from the places I live. Instead of ordering soapstone from a supplier, for example, I work with what is around me here,” John shares. When asked what type of stone or wood something is, well, the answer becomes almost a Zen riddle. “I never look up the name of a stone or wood I am working with because I focus on texture and appearance. I want to allow the piece to take its time to reveal itself to me, however Having spent time learning to sculpt with Inuit master and experts in northern that occurs,” John muses. Manitoba, John respectfully practised his craft and honed his ability to see what is yet to be. “I learned from them, yet tried to avoid mimicking their Imagination and listening. For some style,” John reminisces. Stone, wood, antler and bone are known as media people it’s hard to imagine listening that reveal themselves to the sculptor. In a world where corporations and sci- through their eyes, yet that’s part of what it feels like when contemplat-
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ing a piece. There’s structure, vision, feeling and an inner knowing all balanced with an outer knowing or influence of the medium itself. Revelation and revealing are part and parcel of the journey. And so it is with John’s perspective of discovery along the path of creativity. John has travelled throughout our fine country from Manitoba to attending school in Montreal; to Whistler and finally to Golden, all the while venturing into nature, evolving and deepening his creativity. John has made his home in Golden delving into art, snowboarding and raising two dogs with his partner, Melanie Gourdes. Flying high out there in the big wilds of snow country and Kicking Horse Mountain Resort to sculpting and painting in the valley, John’s a busy fellow. You can check out his art at Jita’s Cafe throughout February. Don’t miss it.
LOCAL^ CREATIVE: AIDEN HOGAN TXT Todd Menzies
Sixteen-year-old Aidan Hogan was born and raised in Golden. When I asked him about his art and when it all began, he replied, “ever since I could hold a pen properly.” Aidan comes from an artistic family. With his father and his uncle Brian as early influences, and even an aunt who is a tattoo artist, drawing seemed to come naturally to Aidan at a young age. Both his father and his uncle passed away before Aidan was old enough to truly appreciate their artistic talents, but the good thing about art is that it can be appreciated and influential long after the artist’s passing. Further inspiration came from the well-known San Francisco artists Barry McGee and Margret Kilgallen. “Killgallen’s art is something I just can’t compare anything to,” Aidan says. Aidan also holds the famed Spanish painter Salvador Dali in high praise as one of his biggest influences.
The self-proclaimed “Renegade Artist,” Aidan says he loves the rush of “drawing on stuff I’m not supposed to.” Growing up in a small town has been “suffocating” for Aidan and his artistic aspirations. With limited resources and a less-than-ideal diversity amongst his peers, Aidan counts the days before he can spread his wings and move away. Even though his friends and family are very important to him, Aidan has plans to attend art school and “steal some ideas, gain experience and peace out.” When I asked him if his art class in high school was sufficient for his desires as an artist, he instantly responded with, “Hell ya! Ms. Hobbs is a hip lady, she has been very motivating.” So what does the future hold for a young local artist such as Aidan? Inspired by the “low-lifes” and “dirtbags” of civilization such as skateboarders and punk musicians, Aidan wants to become a clothing designer for people like himself. He wants to learn as much as there is to learn about the art of silk screening to be able to design clothing with his art work. Keeping true to his artistic integrity, he wants to develop an underground following with his clothing line, similar to Set For Life and Altamont and Ekumenik clothing. For now, Aidan will continue to sketch in is favorite style of pencil and pen, while expanding his knowledge of other forms of art through Ms. Hobbs’ art class. When he’s not spending hours upon hours creating original art styles, Aidan spends most of his spare time skateboarding and hanging with his girl.
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I have personally known Aidan for about two years, and have watched him grow and mature not only as an artist, but as a person. From the young punk who once loitered the couches of Darkside and Plain Wayne. Boutique, he’s now grown into what I consider a well-rounded, interesting young man. For those of you who frown upon our local youth who have “tagged” our buildings and “trashed” our streets with their skateboards, just keep in mind that these young minds may one day put our town on the map as artists, musicians and professional athletes. And yes, skateboarders are athletes.
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C.O.T.R.: NEVER TOO LATE TO LOOK GOOD TXT Kris King Pics Gloria Hiraoka “I didn’t want to relocate go to school,” says Karla Lehmann, 26. “Thirty-five years ago I planned on going to hairdressing school, but life happened,” states a witty Donna Wiersma, 56. “I like painting and I am artistic ’n stuff... is the reason why I took the course. And it’s in town,” says a bright-eyed and giggly Courtney McLeod, 18.
The Future of cosmetology @ COTR Golden BC This group of students at the College of the Rockies (COTR) Cosmetology course are tight, and all exhibit a unique perspective on life after years of living in a small town such as Golden. Speaking over the other girls, Courtney says, “I had a dream last night that we had a salon, and we were all working together.”
I asked them what direction of specialties they would like to pursue after the course. Caroline proudly speaks “These girls are all good at one thing or the other; one can be great at colouring, another at barbering or one at perms,” replies the assertive and stoic course instructor, Carolyn Anderson. “It takes a team to make a great salon and these girls have it. I would hire them all if I could.” As Carolyn looks around the room with approval at her apprenticing students, one of the girls pipes up and says with a light-hearted laugh, “We all have jobs after.” Mature parents, fresh teens and new mothers fill this room at our local college. Some of these ladies overcame years of wanting to get an education in a recession-proof trade. Karla tells the class that she had no career at the time and she wanted one. “I was always interested in beauty. I am always looking ahead in life and I know I want to work from home.” Samantha, 35, says she always knew she wanted to be a hairdresser. “I started cutting my brother’s hair at the age of six.” Laughing, the team agrees with her. “My mother was a hairdresser; I grew up with the smell of perm solution in my nose,” Donna snickers proudly. Compared to the city, tuition is very low cost at COTR. “Tuition price in Calgary is $12,000 to $13,000,” Carolyn says. “Yeah, it’s like $6,000 for 11 months,” Karla adds. Carolyn taught the exact same course in the big cosmetology schools in the city. After 11 months and a one year full-time practicum her students will earn professional papers for British Columbia. “This is a real trade that can take a professional journeyman in many directions—marketing, makeup, fashion and hairdressing.” If they are dedicated these girls can start to
see, after a couple of years working under masters and continuing their training, to earn $60,000 to $100,000 a year. Carolyn is a master in her own right. She started her craft in 1977 and travelled and trained under as many cosmetology masters as she could. Segueing in the conversation, she starts to mini-lecture her girls about training and learning in as many places as they can in their first few years. Connecting with Carolyn, 18-year-old Paige Hiraoka says she wants to leave Golden and learn more. She initially wanted to take this course in Grade 10, but she wanted to finish high school. She was one the first ones to register when it came back to Golden. The local salons have been very supportive. The students have been off-campus already to participate in practicums. In March they will return to the “real world” for two weeks to learn more about their trade and to hone their chair-side manners. “How’s your hair, Kris?” asks one of the ladies, speaking directly to me, noticing I haven’t taken off my toque. Shyly, I pull off the toque and reveal my hat head and unkempt short hair. “I can cut your hair!” the students erupt in a chorus of agreeability, applauding the comment. I blush and state that I missed my last appoint with my hairdresser. It’s true; they are skilled in styling your hair. With the coaching skills of Carolyn and team, the COTR salon is open for business, offering low-cost haircuts with proceeds going towards products, chemicals and dyes so the students can practice and enhance their skills. Salon is open 11AM– 2PM College of the Rockies Golden Campus Call 250-344-5901
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Steamworks isn’t new to making beer; they have been brewing in their Gastown, Vancouver brewpub since 1995 and now they are finally brewing for the masses. This Pale Ale is an amber/copper colour topped with a light coating of head. The aroma has a bit of hop to it along with a touch of sweetness that seems lightly toasted. The overall smell is very pleasant and makes for a beer that is difficult to resist. The flavor is smooth with a noticeable malt and mid-level sweetness. In the finish this builds into a hop flavor that leaves the palate lightly bittered, but holding on to a touch of sweetness that lasts through the experience. This beer is well-balanced, smooth and has a very enjoyable sweetness tied to it. $12.75 at the BC Liquor Store.650ml bottle for $4.60.
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This beer is brewed by Labatt’s� for Anheuser Busch and has a 4.6 per cent ABV. This beer pours out a nice golden colour with good head, and it actually retains the head throughout the life of the beer, producing lace on the glass. There isn’t much to the aroma of the beer, and same goes to the taste; basically it is crisp and refreshing “as a mountain stream.” In a whole, this is crap beer that is good to drink once in a while to remind you there is much better beer out there. Pick up a 15-pack for $20.49 at the BC Liquor Store.Can’t beat $8.49 a sixpack.
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PRENATAL YOGA TXT DALIA -
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Raising children takes a village—but women can benefit from the support of their community even before their babies are born. When I started teaching Yoga, I thought “Prenatal Yoga” was just an excuse for yoga studios to make up another class and take more money from their students. I had pregnant women attending my “regular” classes all the time and they seemed to be doing just fine with some minor adjustments to the postures. But more and more women were asking me for a prenatal class. They said they wanted to be with other pregnant women, so they don’t feel self-conscious and so that they can get to now other pregnant women. After attending a specialized Prenatal-Yoga teacher’s training, I understood how much pregnant women can benefit from a class that is geared completely towards their changing body, and that also focuses on preparing them for childbirth. One of the best aspects of a prenatal class, though, is the sense of community—we share information, joy and pain; there are friendships being formed, and women find the future play-dates for their children. The way most of us live our lives nowadays, it is easy for a woman to become isolated at home after having a baby. Attending Prenatal Yoga allows women in this community to make connections with other women who will be spending time with little ones at home at the same time, and expand their social network. Over the years of teaching Prenatal Yoga, I have seen women laugh, complain, cry, get excited, and sometimes just have a nap, during class… And of course, Yoga helps pregnant women connect with their bodies and their breath, it helps to relieve back, hip and leg pain, and gives them an opportunity to exercise in a safe, gentle way and stay fit and healthy during pregnancy. And we all know that healthy beginnings make for a healthy community.
YOUR HEALTH AND WELL . BEING MATTERS
HOT DESKS & SHORT TERM OFFICE RENTAL TXT Submitted - Golden Area Initiatives
Golden Area Initiatives (GAI) has two workspaces available for Coworking workspaces or Hotdesks. These workspaces are ideal for self-employed developers, contractors, freelancers, mobile professionals and small businesses looking to expand from a home office. Coworking is an affordable and flexible alternative to renting or buying office space on your own. The benefits are shared space and office equipment, paying short-term leases and having access to amenities including the use of a meeting room and kitchen. Coworking spaces are fully furnished with dedicated, permanent desks. Personal items can be kept at the workstation.One of the available computers is equipped with Adobe Creative Suite 5 Design Premium. This enables the user to “deliver innovative ideas in print, web, interactive and mobile design.” This Adobe Creative Suite includes: Photoshop CS5 Extended, Adobe Illustrator CS5, InDesign CS5, Flash Catalyst CS5, Flash Professional CS5, Dreamweaver CS5, Fireworks CS5 and Acrobat 9 Pro. We only allow one company in the workspace from a specific industry, or which targets a specific niche, in order to provide maximum sharing of expertise without fearing loss of privacy. The monthly fee is $300. Hotdesks are available for people interested in a workspace for shorter periods of time. These must be reserved in advance. Rates are: $5/hourly; $10/ daily; $125/weekly.Use of a landline will be available for calls within Canada and the United States. We also have a laser printer and shared photocopier for users to access. The workspaces are accessible Monday to Friday between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., which are GAI’s hours of operation. To make a reservation or to learn more about Hotdesks and Coworking spaces available through GAI, visit the British Columbia Visitor Centre in Golden, phone 250344-2420 or e-mail us at work@goldenbritishcolumbia.com
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SNOW KING’S RETURN
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According to legend, around the days that mark the end of winter and the transition to spring, all the silly, mysterious, scary and fun-loving creatures of the Columbia Valley become giddy anticipating the return of the Snow King who promises to bring fire and light to the cold dark winter night. Naturally, all the humans living in the valley are also eager for the Snow King to return, lest they be forced to endure many more weeks of frozen toes and frosty red noses. This year, word on the street—and in the treetops where the valley’s feathered creatures live—is that the giant masked Snow King and his cohort, Lady Spring, will arrive after dusk on Feb. 16 with bonfires, lanterns and spinning torches lighting their way, while revellers perform a pageant in their honour.
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To participate in the Snow King’s MasqueParade, humans must create, with their own hands, colourful masks and lanterns. Harkening back to a time when neighbours collaborated by each other’s kitchen fires where some magical scratch baking was being performed, cheery volunteers will help the humans create their masks and lanterns with glue guns and decorative paper. Inspired by this year’s theme, Life is a Carnival, volunteers will be at the Snow King’s Playhouse at the Old 180, next to Whitetooth Bistro until Feb. 16, on Saturdays from 12 to 5 p.m., Sundays 1 to 4 p.m. and Wednesdays 4 to 8 p.m.
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Pourquoi bouger en utilisant tous ses membres et dans tous les sens? Le but est de stimuler le plus de sens possible afin d’améliorer la concentration, la mémoire, la compréhension et ainsi l’apprentissage. La science derrière cette théorie est que l’apprentissage est facilité lorsqu’il est multidimensionnelle et multi sensorielle. Notre cerveau comporte deux hémisphères et est réuni en son milieu par le corps calleux qui est un amas de fibres nerveuses. Chaque hémisphère développe et traite l’information de façon spécifique. Ils ont des fonctions respectives et complémentraires.
Did you know that young children (ages four and up) turn into fluffy little Bunnies and Rabbits when given a pair of cross-country skis and poles? You should see them hop and bounce around on their skis, mimicking the legendary Norwegian-Canadian Jackrabbit Johannsen. When they are tired out from their fun and games, they head straight for the cozy Dawn Mountain Chalet for some hot chocolate and cookies. The biggest and best cookies were proudly earned mid-January by all participants of the annual Chocolate Chip Cookie Race, which includes hilarious and creative competitive activities on skis.
TXT Claudine St Cyr - Premont
Pour ce qui est de l’apprentissage, le cerveau gauche est le siège du language, de la parole et du calcul. Il contrôle le côté droit du corps et détermine la structure du language et de l’écriture : syntaxe, grammaire et orthographe. Les centres de la compréhension des mots écrits et parlés s’y trouvent. Celui de droit est le siège du geste, de la fonction motrice, des capacités artistiques, de la perception spatiale et des associations. Il est responsable du côté gauche du corps. Il identifie et analyse le rythme et la forme du langage. Il reconnait les mots par sa forme, graphisme et relief et repère les mots de même signification pour en faciliter la compréhension et le langage. Les exercices et mouvements utilisant plusieurs membres du corps humain et qui explorent différentes orientations permettent aux deux hémisphères cérébraux de fonctionner simultanément. C’est pourquoi lorsque une personne utilise plus d’un sens, la quantité et la qualité de l’information retenue en sont augmentées. Comment bouger en utilisant tous ses membres et dans tous les sens? Les mouvements peuvent être simplement exécutés par le croisement des bras et des jambes. Par exemple en équilibre sur une jambe, aller toucher la celle qui est libre avec la main opposée puis interchanger. Une autre façon est d’écrire les lettres de l’alphabet avec les deux mains en même temps ou bien de dessiner l’aile gauche et l’aile droite d’un papillon avec les deux mains. Former des 8 horizontaux et verticaux avec les membres de gauche ou de droite seulement en est un autre expemple pertinent. Les possibilités sont infinies et les meilleurs outils pour en faire un succès sont l’imagination, la créativité et le plaisir.
TXT Sanne van der Ross
Jackrabbit Johannsen lived to be 111. Even at 100, he skied nearly every day. The bigger “kids” from Grade 7 have fun taking on the hilly trails balancing on their skinny skis and “powder hucking.” Even the 20-some-year-olds have caught the bug this winter; you can see them regularly gliding gracefully on the track-set trails. Have you seen those strong moms pulling pulks with their babies in tow, starting their offspring young? If you are lucky to encounter Special Olympics Canadian team member Shelly Poland on the trail, be sure to ask her for an autograph—if you can catch her! This young local hero represented Canada at the 2013 Special Olympics World Winter Games in PyeongChang, South Korea in early February. Creating these awesome, low-cost or free opportunities for our community’s young skiers to become hooked on a healthy, affordable sport good for a lifetime of enjoyment are many generous coaches, teachers, parents, coordinators and donors. We are thankful! Trail fees at the Golden Golf Course are only $2 and $5 at Dawn Mountain Nordic Centre for ages 6 to 17, and free from newborn to five. Families ski for $25! A family season pass is only $220. Dawn Mountain Ski School group lessons are free for 17 and younger. Jackrabbit Johannsen lived to be 111, and skied almost every day past the age of 100. Dawn Mountain Nordic Centre has a ski playground.
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Out-of-bounds Adventurer? Misadventure resulted in a Disability? Need a T2201? Can’t find one? Call Laura @ 250 344-2119
Mon - Fri 4pm - Sat & Sun 11:30am
GEAR BY ROOKIE:
THE GT SNOW RACER TXT Rookie PIC Submitted
REAR SKIS: These are what give your GT its hilarious lack of stability and absence of any ability to cruise in a straight line. Start by replacing them with a very short, but fat, pair of real skis—get that pair of snowblades in your parents’ basement sent out and ski on them one more time before sacrificing them to your GT.
GT Snow Racers have now been around for a long time, with very few significant advances in technology and a severe lack of groundbreaking design innovations. This means that going out to buy a brand-spanking new GT tomorrow will put you in the same chapter and on a similar page to your buddy who’s kept his running since the early ’90s. What can you possibly do to change the game and be the fastest down Snake Hill? Aside from building your own from scratch with various bike suspensions, pivots and a bucket seat to fly four sheets to the wind through the finish, there are a few mods you can make to an existing GT to give you the upper hand. As with any earth-shattering tower, we’ll start from the ground up. FRONT SKI: Maybe you can turn if the snow is soft-ish, but on hardpack or ice—ideal conditions for speed—the stock front ski does little for you. There are two schools of thought on the best alternative. Behind door number one is another short ski welded right to the frame offering lightning-fast, stable straight-lining Custom Made with no cornering. Plan B is a ski GT Snow Racer that’s nice and edge-high, meaning the edges protrude farther into the snow than the bases and allow for Look for dates some potential tracking and control for the Annual on the high-speed winding courses.
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BRAKES: Come on now?!
FRAME: The stock frame has its weaknesses and can be repaired as warranted or reinforced where the greatest forces are around the steering wheel and where your butt resides. SEAT: This piece of plastic can be cushioned, pimped out, scrapped or framed for the mantle, but the scope of this article is competitive speed, which you don’t gain sitting down. STEERING WHEEL: When you take your winning ride up to the podium with you, it’d better sport a nice chrome steering wheel, an extra-wide mountain bike handlebar or, my personal favourite, the 18-point rack off the buck you shot in the fall. The latter is a masterpiece and the added danger to you and your competitors only adds to the fun. Start with these simple changes and see where you end up. The human imagination is a strange and terrifying thing that will take you to the edge and back, on your GT.
College of the Rockies
Upcoming Courses: for February 2013
We offer a great selection of classes, including n Interpretative Hike on Snowshoes
Feb 2
n Red Cross CPR C
Feb 16
n Silversmithing – Workshop
Feb 2 & 3
n Red Cross Standard & CPR C
Feb 16 & 17
n Art Spot – Beading & Beyond
Feb 4 – Mar 4
n Introduction to Ice Climbing
Feb 18 & 19
n Introduction to Excel
Feb 5 & 6
n Excel Level III
Feb 19 & 20
n Art Spot – Painting with Acrylics
Feb 5 – Mar 5
n LLP – Pilates
Feb 19 – Apr 16
n Airbrakes
Feb 8, 9, 10
n OFA Level 1
Feb 23
n Graduated Licensing
Feb 8, 9, 22, 23
n Red Cross Emergency Childcare & CPR
n Avalanche Skills Training Level II
Feb 11 – 14
n Babysitter Safety
Feb 25 - 28
n Excel Level II
Feb 12 & 13
n Word Level II
Feb 26 & 27
n OFA Level 1
Feb 14
n Bridge: 2 Over 1 Game Force Feb 28 – Apr 4
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For full information on upcoming courses or to register: Phone: 250 344-5901 or Visit: www.cotr.bc.ca/Golden
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BETTY RIDES BIG DECISIONS NEED THE RIGHT REASONS TXT Betty Rides When I was growing up, I always wondered why my parents, or any adult I spoke to, would say that if they could go back to their youth, well, they wouldn’t. As I’ve grown up myself, I know now why everyone felt that way. It’s not like being a teenager doesn’t have its luxuries—i.e. no subsequent bills to pay, no rent to make and no boss to answer to—it’s just that being a teenager can be rough and coming into your own can make for an emotional phase in life. Being an adult seems a whole lot easier in comparison because you either know which direction you’re headed in life, or you’ve come from a direction you’ve learned you don’t want to follow. Decisions are of your discretion and of no one else’s, and if you were to go back you wouldn’t be who you are today; that’s what worries me about time travel.
Golden Hospital (Community Wing)
Navigating sexual health services can be tricky. Interior Health’s public health nurses want residents of Golden to know what is available in our community and how they can access local services. Golden Public Health, in the community wing of the hospital, offers emergency contraception, pregnancy testing and counselling free of charge. Emergency contraception, also known as Plan B, is after-the-fact contraception when there is birth control failure, or unprotected or unplanned sex occurs. Plan B is most effective if taken as soon as possible after unprotected sex, but still provides some protection up to five days afterwards. Local nurses also assist with pregnancy counselling options. The Golden Public Health office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday—closed for lunch between 12 and 1 p.m. To speak with a public health nurse phone 250-344-3001. Options for Sexual Health (Opt) is a drop-in sexual and reproductive health clinic that provides services the first and third Wednesday of every month. Opt is open between 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. in the community wing of the hospital. Pregnancy testing and counselling is available as well as Plan B for $15. Low-cost birth control pills can be purchased and pap and sexually-transmitted infection (STI) testing is provided. Please see www.optbc.org for more information or phone 250-439-8331. Emergency contraception can also be purchased for $30 over the counter at Gourlay’s Pharmacy—open Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.—or People’s Drug Mart—open Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. After hours, Plan B is available at the emergency department of the Golden Hospital. Birth control, STI and pap testing are also available at the Golden Medical Clinic, 250344-2211. They are open Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.—closed for lunch between 12 and 1:30 p.m.
Golden Women’s Resource Center We provide confidential respectful and supportive services for women. SERVICES INCLUDE: *24 hour crisis line 250 344 2101 *Confidential shelter for women and children fleeing violence *Accompaniment and advocacy *Referrals *Assistance, support and information
All services Free of charge For Women who: * Have been sexually assaulted * Are experiencing physical/verbal/emotional abuse * Are experiencing other forms of violence and harrassment
24 hour crisis line 250 - 344 - 2101
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When I was a teenager, I met my first serious boyfriend. We’d hold hands, go to the movies, drive around in his dad’s truck, tell each other we were in love and spend our weekends together. It was all very natural to me and I wondered when the time would come when we would take the next big step into experimenting with sex. When my mother noticed the wheels turning in my head and realized that she couldn’t control everything that happened in my life, she decided to give me “the sex talk.” I wasn’t informed on how the act took place, only that I was to protect myself from pregnancy, STDs, and all the emotions that come along with sexually involving myself with another human being. It can be an overwhelming, all-consuming act and you may not recognize yourself afterwards. This was also the first time I started taking birth control-you’ve always got to have a backup plan! So the big night was upon us and we were in agreement of what was going to take place, unfortunately, neither one of us knew anything about how it was going to take place. I’ll mind everyone of the silly details, but I will say that it was a memorable experience—to say the least. And I am still impressed to this day that he was so diligent about using condoms. I’ve met some who aren’t and though it can seem like a good idea at the time, it never is, no matter what age you are. Life sure can throw you some curveballs, and it’s never a matter of age. The key is to make wise decisions and know that you’re making them for the right reasons. I just made one of the biggest decisions of my life, and though it seemed really uncomfortable and life-altering at the time, I learned a lot about myself, my values, and what I want for my future. What helped me the most was sitting down with a counselor who 1) didn’t know me; 2) never judged me—that I noticed anyway; and 3) made me feel as though whatever my decisions were in life, they were mine and they were obviously the right choices for me. Feeling guilty about other people’s opinions or judgments is not the way to live your life. Never stop thinking about your wants and your needs and what makes sense for you; life is tough for everyone. Just keep looking up and know that giving up is never an option; life is great, people make mistakes and loving someone is one of the deepest feelings you will ever feel, but you have to love yourself first. It was suggested to me during my difficult time that I visit the Opt (Options for Sexual Health) clinic for some friendly, confidential, non-biased advice. For more information, direct your eyes to their advertisement on this page.
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HORROR SCOPES Prescribed by Jason Eastwood AQUARIUS – Love is breaking like the wind all around you as the odor of romance fills your nose with pheromones of fantasyland proportions. Keep a bottle of Febreze® in your pocket at all times this month. PISCES – Like a fish out of water, you’ll find yourself squirming for air when all you need to do is jump back in the lake. Over bathe this month. ARIES – If you find cupid in your vicinity this Valentine’s Day, restrain him by any means necessary and call your local bylaw officer in charge of feral animals. This is your month to get back to reality. TAURUS – February 15 is the much overshadowed holiday, Flag Day. Wear nothing but a Canadian flag and flash all the leftover singles from Valentine’s Day while getting ready for the most actionfilled Flag Day ever! GEMINI – If your heart aches for cheese pizza and milk, but you’re lactose intolerant, it might be time to just spend a couple of days wrapped up in a blanket on your porch screaming, “why, God, why?!” CANCER – You’ll become the life of every party this month when your jacket magically starts playing Guns N’ Roses’ “Welcome to Jungle” every time you zip it open. LEO – This month you become Uncle Leo from Seinfeld when you get caught stealing books and find yourself putting too much importance on casual salutations. You can ward off this phenomenon by staying out of all malls in Calgary. VIRGO – Fill your pockets with those little cinnamon hearts wherever you see them given out for free in the next couple of weeks. There is a chance you’ll be stuck in an elevator for a couple of days and they will provide ample nourishment. LIBRA – Why ask why when you don’t even know how? Learn a new skill this month, preferably something useful— such as sheep shearing. SCORPIO – Replenish your energy levels with coffee, Red Bull, bananas and cocaine this month. SAGITTARIUS – Lately you’ve been exhibiting less emotion than a character in the video game, Mortal Combat. Stick your arm deep into your chest cavity, rip your heart out and start wearing it on your sleeve this month. Show ’em whatchya got! CAPRICORN – You start a torrid love affair with your car radio this month after this Loverboy song hypnotizes you into obsession: “Touch that dial/Turn me on/Start me like a motor/Make me run/ Lovin’ every minute of it.”
CONTEST Find Henry riding his bike in an ad and win win win. e-mail contests@localtownie.com Gift Certs - Tickets & More WINTER SERVICE JOBS Stop in Golden Employment Center to see the latest local postings WEB SERVICES Complete web services townily located. Designs, programming, codes that display properly on all devices. Currently $12,25/hour. Hosting rate: $1/month (yes!). Personal service. sergewebservice. ca - contact serge@sergewebservice.ca or phone 250-290-0033 for more info. LOCAL EMPLOYMENT Local employers wanting to advertise jobs call GEC @ 344-5413 or email goldenemploymentbc@gmail.com. We can post on our job board for free. EDUCATION FUNDING AVAILABLE: College of the Rockies has multiple programs available for students. Stop by for more information or call 250-344-5901 LOCAL TOWNIE PART TIME SALES & MARKETING Looking for a self driven sales oriented person. Wage depend on experience + commission + perks. Has a formal education in business or similar. Must be mature, community oriented, creative, very experienced with MS Office & social media platforms. MUST have home office with reliable and modern laptop computer. E-mail resume with cover letter to KrisKing@LocalTownie.com CHEERS & JEERS JEERS: To always forgetting when recycling day is. Every second Tuesday is hard to figure out. CHEERS: Everyone who is part of our youth in our community JEERS: Dog poop on trails in the winter. I might come back in the spring to bless your shoe with doggy mush SEND YOUR CHEERS & JEERS TO KrisKing@LocalTownie.com CHEERS: To the strangers who let me use their Save On More Card for the past 6 years.
SMALL CLASSIFIED: Renting a house, selling some gear, got an old BBQ for sale? Classifieds start at $10 Get yours today 250-439-7123 FOR SALE Get your Picture Classified starting at $30 call 250-439-7123 or email KrisKing@LocalTownie.com HOLISTIC NUTRITION CONSULTING Get the knowledge you need to achieve your New Years resolutions today! WWW.BALANCEDBODYWORKS.CA CHAPEL SERVICES
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MENS HAIR CUTS Krystal is back at Sassy’s: 15 years of styling experience;& specializes in men’s cuts. Come join us for mens night every Thur & Fri. evenings 5pm to 8pm WANTED SCRATCHING POST: Multi-tired play tower and scratching post for one very energetic cat who rips my furniture and one extremely grumpy lazy cat whom excels at sleeping and eating. Please call ASAP 250439-7123
SATURDAYS Time: 7 PM Location: Pentecostal Church 717 10th st South. Non-denominational designed for snow riders and anyone who would like to attend a service saturday evenings if sundays don’t work.
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For Valentines’ Spoil yourself with us!!
Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner from 9am 250 344 2400 101 Gould’s Island, 10th Ave. Golden, BC
Employment Services Centre We assist you with: Resume, cover letter, job search assistance One on one employment related assistance (courtesy of CBAL) Job board, public computers and job market information Assistance with programs and services that help people gain skills and find employment Wage subsidy, self-employment, skill development
All this for FREE and friendly staff too! Drop by and say Hello to Connie, Jamie, Bev and Judy #205-421 9th Street N, Golden 2nd floor of the Patlar Building 250 344 5314 www.ekemployment.org
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local^ Art show local^ Art show local^ Art show When:
Sunday March 3rd 2013 19:00hrs
Where:
Golden Youth Centre downtown Golden
Whom:
All welcome - all ages
Music:
Panther People |various artists
Superlative:
Food and beverage is available
Art Display:
Fine art, visual, sculpture and more
Cost:
May purchase art | Door by donation
Participate:
250-439-7123 | KrisKing@LocalTownie.Com
Reason:
It is our one year anniversary
THE GENTLEMENS LEISURE CLUB OF GOLDEN
GOLDEN SKI SWAP AND SNOWSHOW
NOVEMBER 10, 2012
GOLDEN FILM FESTIVAL THE 3rd ANNUAL
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COMPETITION
NOVEMBER 30, 2012
WOULD LIKE TO THANK THE GOLDEN COMMUNITY FOR COMING TO OUR EVENTS AND FOR THE ONGOING SUPPORT OF THE LOCAL BUSINESSES THANK YOU WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AT OUR FUTURE EVENTS CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE OR CONTACT US DIRECTLY BY EMAIL
www.GENTLEMENOFGOLDEN.org gentlemensclubofgolden@gmail.com