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Significant repairs revealed at complex RICHARD ROLKE

but that led to damage to the roof and the walls in the pool area. The There is growing concern that the projected cost is $1.7 million.

Vernon Recreation Complex may No mould has been found but have to be mothballed. there is some concern that rotten Preliminary costs for a new facil- wood could lead to poor air quality ity will be investigated after the within the pool.

Greater Vernon Advisory The other issue is the Committee was told original heating lines were Thursday that almost not installed correctly when $2 million in structural the complex was built in repairs are required for 1965. the centre.

“The lines are all rotten,” “It’s a little disturbing said Jim Coughlin, acting to see where it’s falling facilities manager. apart,” said director Mike “We have had three Mike Macnabb Macnabb. breaks and it costs $5,000 “We will have to look each time to fix it. When you at the foreseeable life of the struc- have to fix it, you have to shut down ture.” the auditorium and the Dogwood Pursuing a new complex was Gym. If it breaks again, we’ll be jackfirst broached by David Sewell, hammering the floor.” the Regional District of North Director Jim Garlick believes Okanagan’s chief financial officer. costs for a potential new facility “You can pile $2 million into the must be considered as part of deter(current) building and it’s still an mining options. outdated building,” he said.

However, Garlick won’t say that “When do you start strategizing the complex actually needs to be for a replacement? It may be time to replaced at this point. plan in advance.”

“It’s too early to tell,” he said.

Directors were told that the main “We’re at the preliminary stages problem is the dehumidification sys- of finding out the information.” tem was undersized when the pool The swimming pool, the auditoMORNING STAR FILE PHOTO was constructed in 1993. The unit rium and the Dogwood Gym receive There are questions about the viability of the Vernon Recreation Complex after almost $2 million in major repairs was shut off because of expensive about 300,000 user-visits during a have been identified. repairs needed to keep it running, year.

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Pool costs create doubt for other proposed facilities RICHARD ROLKE

at the recreation complex could possibly referendum.” impact other proposed initiatives.

Cunningham doesn’t support Sawatzky’s It’s increasingly uncertain what multi“This has come out of nowhere,” he said views. million-dollar projects could seek residents’ of staff ’s report about problems with the “Taxpayers are already facing financial support. dehumidification syspressures and we have to be realThe Greater Vernon Advisory tem and heating lines istic that there are different facCommittee was considering a refat the complex. tions out there — sports and erendum for a $7.8 million sports Director Rob culture,” she said. complex, but it learned Thursday the Sawatzky isn’t conThe city recently gave the Vernon Recreation Complex needs vinced the art gallery Vernon Public Art Gallery a dead$2 million in repairs and could be and museum should be line to initiate a planning process replaced. There is also the issue of part of the equation. for a piece of city-owned land expanded space for the art gallery “It’s up to them to downtown.

Jim Garlick Cunningham and the museum. advocate to us and they “We’ve given them a year’s “There are a lot of capital projects haven’t approached us,” window so a referendum could that there’s pressure for,” said direche said of GVAC. be imminent,” said Cunningham. tor Juliette Cunningham.

“They haven’t said they’re asking for The next step is to determine projected Director Jim Garlick admits conditions capital money or that they want to go to costs for a new recreation complex.

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“The price may be so huge, we’ll spend the $2 million (for repairs), and that will fall off of the table,” said Garlick, of a replacement building.

A special GVAC meeting will be held in January to discuss the recreation complex, the sports complex, art gallery and museum.

“There’s a lot of demand for tax dollars and it’s incumbent on us to sort it out,” said director Mike Macnabb.

But Macnabb doesn’t support possibly having one referendum that would ask residents to fund all of the facilities at once.

“In today’s financial climate, that’s not the best way to do it,” he said, adding that any process leading to referendums will have to involve public consultation.

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News Star shines in Aussie spotlight RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff

Okanagan powder has been served up for breakfast in Australia.

Silver Star Mountain Resort was under the spotlight Tuesday during weather segments on Channel Nine’s Today show, which has two million viewers. “It’s really exciting,� said Robin Baycroft, Silver Star’s resort services manager. “To be on Australia’s most popular morning TV program is great.�

The segments were aired live in Australia Wednesday morning (24-hour time difference).

Checking out the Star was Steve Jacobs, Today’s weather presenter since 2005. “He fell in love with this place,� said Baycroft.

Among Jacobs’ activities was touring the village, hitting the slopes, checking out the cinnamon buns at Bugaboos Bakery Cafe and sitting down to a Randall burger at the Den Bar and Bistro. “It’s like a Man vs. Food chal-

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Steve Jacobs, weather presenter for Australia’s Today show, broadcasts from Silver Star Mountain Resort Tuesday. lenge. It’s three pounds of food,� said Baycroft of the culinary creation named after Marty and Patrick Randall, who work at the Star.

Jacobs was also introduced to Silver Star’s considerable contingent of Australian employees. “They all said hi to their moms and dads back home,� said Baycroft.

While in the Okanagan, Jacobs

also spent time at Silver Star’s sister resort, Big White, near Kelowna. “When you’re Canada’s favourite family ski resorts, having a personal recommendation and a little bit of fun with a personality like Steve Jacobs softly enters into the Australian sub-conscious,� said Michael Ballingall, Silver Star/Big White senior vice-president.

“Snow for breakfast when most of the country will be at plus-25 degrees will make for a little bit of fun.�

The hope is the Today coverage will lead to increased exposure for Silver Star Down Under. “We will continue to hammer away with our travel providers in Australia,� said Baycroft, adding that 10 per cent of the Star’s total business is from Australia.

Part of the attraction is that prime ski conditions in the North Okanagan occur while Australians are enjoying their summer holiday. “They love Canadians. They can spend two or three weeks here at the resort,� said Baycroft.

The other connection is that Silver Star and Big White are owned by the Australian Schumann family.

Winter Games on the hunt for volunteer hosts ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff

While the Cities of Vernon and Armstrong host the 2012 B.C. Winter Games, volunteers are still needed to host the kids and athletes.

Greater Vernon Games committee accommodations director Larry Grist has an urgent need for dorm hosts.

And it has nothing to do with watching the athletes. “You don’t have to look after the kids, the coaches and kids stay in schools,� said Grist. “What we need is people to help check the coaches and athletes in and out of the schools. “Nobody can leave a school without checking out, and you have to check back in.�

Grist currently has 85 volunteers signed up and needs 400. That number will go down if people sign up to work more than one shift.

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“What we need is people to help check the coaches and athletes in and out of the schools.� — Larry Grist The reason for the urgency is because dorm host volunteers must complete a criminal record check.

Checks take about two weeks to process and approve. “We can do them right at the Games office,� said Grist of the checks.

The Games office is open Monday to Friday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., in the old Vernon Flower Shop on 31st Avenue, down from the Greyhound depot.

Grist also requires volunteers to help set up the dorms.

“There’s nine schools being used for accommodation and about 130 rooms, so approximately 20 people in the room,� said Grist.

Athletes and coaches sleep on foamies and bring their own sleeping bags and pillows. “I need people to help move desks out of the way, and cover things that shouldn’t be touched,� he added.

Vernon Secondary and Beairsto will be in use on the Wednesday of the Games, as athletes and officials from the North and the Island arrive a day ahead of the Games, which run Feb. 23-26.

The rest of the participants arrive on Thursday, Feb. 23, and everybody leaves on Sunday, Feb. 26.

Anybody who would like to volunteer for dorm host or set-up can do so at the B.C. Games office, or they can call Grist at 250-3087822 for more information.

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Committee in place to find new CAO RICHARD ROLKE

applicants.

“Interviews for the The process to find final two or three canVernon’s next chief didates will be done by administrative officer has council as a whole,” said been formalized.

Gous.

A committee has been Besides Sawatzky, the formed to find a co m m i t te e replacement for will consist of Leon Gous, who Councillors will go back into Catherine the private secLord and tor Dec. 31.

Mary-Jo “We would O’Keefe and do all of the preMarg Bailey, liminary work a retired depand council will Catherine Lord uty adminbe involved in all istrator who of the important has been work,” said Mayor Rob hired in an acting capacSawatzky, a committee ity once Gous leaves. member.

Lord says she is look“We will now start ing forward to the proputting (recruitment) cess. ads into professional “I want someone who journals.” gives strong direction on One of the com- financial matters,” she mittee’s roles will be to said of her preferred canconsider resumes and didate. shortlist the number of “We have to make Morning Star Staff

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sure we have someone who carries our (council) policies forward and tells us if there are any problems.”

A timeline for having a new chief administrative officer in place has not been determined.

Gous has been with the city for eight years and has been CAO since 2005.

Happy Holidays

Date takes off ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff

Chivalry is, apparently, dead.

At least it is for one young woman.

Vernon RCMP members on patrol Tuesday noticed a Mazda sports car speeding southbound on Highway 97 in the area of Vernon Jubilee Hospital.

“Our police officer right away activated the emergency lights to stop the suspect car, and the driver immediately took off and abandoned the vehicle soon after,” said Vernon RCMP spokesperson Gord Molendyk.

Police found the Mazda behind the hospital a short time later. While they didn’t find the driver, they did discover he left in such a hurry that he left behind a young woman still sitting in the car.

The pair had been out on a first date.

The 23-year-old man turned himself into the Kelowna RCMP detachment later on, and he is facing a charge of failing to stop for police.

“I am sure the young lady has a story to tell her friends, although we are not sure there will be a second date in this case,” said Molendyk, who is not sure how the man made it back to Kelowna.

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A mother was upset that her son’s CCM mountain bike was stolen from outside her brother’s house.

“He just got that bike for his birthday/ Christmas present last year, we’re not able to replace it as we are barely making ends meet,” said the mother.

“He is a good kid. He told me not to worry about him, just worry about his little brother and sister.”

She said her son “loved his bike, he rode it everywhere and he has no other way of transportation.”

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is my mobility,” said MacDonald.

“I’d ask whoever took it to please think next time before you do a foolish act. You may be making daily living a bit more difficult for another person.”

Two other victims of crime contacted The Morning Star via letter on the same day.

Rob Breugom said his parents were leaving their home when they noticed that the concrete kissing Dutch boy and girl statues were missing from the front of their house.

“These statues were given to them for their anniversary many years ago by me,” said

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More improvements could occur at an Okanagan Landing community centre.

The City of Vernon will apply to the provincial government for upgrades to the former Lakers clubhouse on Cummins Road. If successful, Victoria would cover 80 per cent of the $100,000 project while the city would be responsible for 20 per cent.

“There would be a change of flooring in there, acoustic panels, a playground and a bike rack,” said Doug Ross, recreation services manager.

“We believe it would increase the use of the facility.”

In May, council agreed to an additional $21,000 for renovations after $60,000 had been approved earlier this year.

It had been believed that $60,000 would be sufficient to turn the vacant structure into a community centre.

However, the initial inspection by city staff and contractors didn’t reveal all of the problems with the structure and $21,000 was needed to ensure all of the required work could be completed.

Beyond possibly receiving a provincial grant, there is the hope the community may financially support the latest round of upgrades being sought.

“There is the possibility of sponsorship to help with this, say for the playground,” said Ross.

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’m all for a good feast at Christmas time, but why does it always have to be turkey?

I suppose a reasonable amount of time has passed since Thanksgiving to have another go at a helping of dark meat smothered in gravy, surrounded by savoury stuffing and roast veg...

OK, stop. I admit it – I love turkey dinner.

But how is it that turkey – and to a lesser extent, ham (which I also adore) – has become the Graeme Corbett go-to Christmas meal, especially when it wasn’t always the case? Way back in the day, the original bird on the dinner table was goose. That started to change when early North American settlers discovered loads of these dumb, big-breasted birds running around wild. When they realized a single turkey could feed 10 or more people, they started shipping live birds back home and the goose was eventually usurped.

From an economic point of view, turkey makes a lot of sense. It’s a relatively cheap meat, they are easy to raise, one bird can feed a lot of people, and there’s always the option of making soups, stocks and sandwiches with the leftovers.

But why not change things up a little?

I can’t say the sirloin roast and beer can chicken I plan on serving on Christmas Day is all that adventurous, but some of the most memorable holiday meals I have had didn’t gobble before winding up on my plate.

The first year I moved to England (2002), my girlfriend and I opted for grilled salmon.

Our roommates were away visiting their families, so it was just Terryn and I. Had our families been there, I’m sure more than a few eyebrows would have been raised over the seafood switcheroo, but it was truly a great meal. Besides, I’m not sure there is such a

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thing as turkey for two, and refrigerators in England are pretty much the size of beer fridges here, so leftovers weren’t really an option.

One year when I was younger, my parents decided to serve up tiny Cornish game hens, one apiece. Can you imagine the look on an eight-year-old’s face when they see an entire bird on their plate, just for them?

In other years, we have done the fondue thing, with the assortment of meats and veg and dipping sauces. The thing I love about this is it extends the average meal (roughly half an hour?) into an ongoing feeding bonanza. It’s all about pacing yourself.

And seriously, if you are going to fondue, make sure you have a fire extinguisher on hand, especially if you have someone like Terryn’s dad filling the fuel canisters.

One thing I definitely have to thank my in-laws for is my introduction to Ukrainian food at Christmas time. They don’t celebrate Ukrainian Christmas in early January, as is the tradition, nor do they follow the 12-dish Christmas Eve supper, which is supposed to be meatless, but it is fantastic all the same.

In addition to having a turkey/ham dinner on either Christmas Eve or Christmas Day, Terryn’s mom Carole whips together an endless array of Ukrainian dishes for the other big meal (sometimes they get combined). Her dishes usually include: cabbage rolls, meatballs, perogies, nalesniki (crepes stuffed with thick cream), rollmops (pickled herring), smoked sausage and borscht (beet soup).

It usually takes me a day or two to recover.

No matter how you choose to celebrate, be thankful for the food on your plate and the friends and family you get to share the holidays with. There are many who don’t have the luxury of either. If you do have some nonperishable food to spare, it’s not too late to make a trip to the Salvation Army food bank at 3303 32nd Avenue.

Just when it seemed as though Vernon might be gaining momentum in the sports and/or cultural world, a wrench has been thrown in the mix.

It’s been learned that the community’s beloved recreational complex could need repairs to the tune of $2 million.

At that price tag, one has to wonder if the aging building is even worth repairing.

Or would it make more sense, especially considering the high demand for pool access, to construct a bigger and better facility?

Whatever the case, the unfortunate fact is something’s likely got to give in order for Greater Vernon to afford this recreational amenity.

That something will likely be the proposed sports complex and/or a new art gallery and museum.

It may seem unfair, considering efforts have been ongoing for both of the proposed projects, whereas the need for rec centre repairs has just surfaced suddenly.

But the reality is taxpayers can’t foot the bill for everything.

The issue may turn out considerable debate and force Greater Vernon to decide what is most important: a pool/recreational facility, a sports complex or an art gallery/museum?

One quick look around this community and you will see that varying interests abound.

Artists are an integral part of the area, who not only add to our diversity but make a living at it.

And history is obviously essential to preserving. Then there are all the sports-minded individuals and teams that keep young and old active and bring in needed revenue via tournaments.

Certainly all avenues for funding from other levels of government have to be pursued vigorously but let the debate begin about what the community can and should pursue in earnest.

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irst of all I should state I am a person who mountain bikes and also hikes in Kal Park. Second of all, if I thought it was only a small percentage of bike riders that were a problem I would not even take the time to write this letter. And third of all, I do recognize there are people who show respect to the park and others, no matter how they choose to travel in the park.

That being said, I would like to comment on the lack of respect many mountain bikers seem to show towards Kal Park and the other people who utilize the trail system, mainly people who hike and ride horses. I have had the gift of being able to use the trail system in the park for many years now and have seen a change in the behaviour of the people who bike. Many, and I mean many, will not slow down or give much clearance to other trail users on flat trails or downhill grades.

It seems that they feel they are entitled to the entire trail and to come within inches of others at high speeds just because they choose to be on a bike. They also seem to feel it is okay to widen existing trails, from single track to car width size trails, because they do not feel they should ride in the eroded gouges they have created.

So they just move over a few feet and create another gouge and when that is eroded too deep they just move over again IN GRATITUDE We would like to express sincere gratitude to the many people attendant during and since our parents' tragic accident on Oct. 27.

Specifically, we would like to acknowledge the following VJH emergency staff and nurse Patti, orderly attendant A.J., triage nurses Ruth, Allison and Sandi and emergency physician Dr. Heidt and paramedics Eric and Micky, Medivac EMAs Bob, Sam, Doug, Charlene and RCMP Victims' Assistance representative Anita. Your caring, compassion and tenderness will never be forgotten.

I, my husband, Peter, and my son, Doug, would also like to acknowledge and thank the following RCMP members: Cst. Steve Schenkeveld, Cst. Mike Baylin and RCMP spokesperson Gord Molendyk for the professionalism, compassion and dedication extended to the entire family as we continue to work through this personal family tragedy.

For as much as we have suffered in our own way, we know that you had to bear the cross of the work to be done and cannot imagine a day in your shoes. To Doug with the Vernon Funeral Home, thank

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and again. This has left a lot of the park looking more like a 4 x 4 driving trail than a part of nature. The worst instances I have personally witnessed, too many times to count, is the decision by the bike riders, and I must admit, some hikers, to decide they would like to create their own special new path to suit their own needs.

This is the worst show of disrespect anyone could create in the park. I am sure these people do not understand, should every person, who bikes, horseback rides and/or hikes decide to create a new path just to accommodate them, there will soon be no park, just a thousand trails with no animals or vegetation left.

you for guiding me and my family through these dark days with such thoughtfulness and caring.

Our parents are gone but never forgotten; we know you all carried out your duties with the utmost of respect and dignity for our dear Mom and Dad and we thank you for everything that was done.

Audrey (Maynard) Smith, Robert Maynard, Dan and Doug Roseveare A RESPONSE Re: District agrees to pesticide ban. A recent article in The Morning Star contained a significant amount of misinformation about the safety of pest control products that are used to protect valuable green spaces from insect, weed and disease infestations.

What readers should know is that before any pesticide can be used in Canada, it must first be approved by Health Canada. This process involves a comprehensive set of over 200 tests and a review of all scientifically credible studies that exist to ensure that the product will not cause harm to people, animals or the environment.

Health Canada specifically takes into consideration all demographics of

the population, including children, before approving a product for use.

Through this process, pesticides receive a greater breadth of scrutiny than any other regulated product. Only those products that meet Health Canada's strict health and safety standards are registered for sale and use.

According to Health Canada if pesticides are used according to label directions there is no unacceptable risk.

Pesticides help control threats to human health (such as rats and mosquitoes), they protect private and public properties from insect, weed and disease infestations and they help ensure that Canadians have a safe and affordable supply of food thereby contributing to healthier communities and greater well-being and prosperity.

Specific studies and extra safety factors are required for all pesticides intended for use near children.

The fact of the matter is that each pest control product is designed to address a specific pest problem that could affect the playability of turf areas and sports fields.

Certain weeds and insects can render these areas unusable and

Go take a look at the front side of Knox mountain in Kelowna and you may see the future of Kal park. Every 20 feet there is another trail crossing the one you are on. They are just trying to salvage it now and hopefully it is not too late.

It may be also just a matter of time before someone is seriously injured, by those who feel they own the trails because they are travelling at the highest speeds, and need to show no respect to other persons who utilize the trail system.

Most of the people I talk to, who are hiking and horseback riding, do not have much liking for the bike riders, who could care less about the long-term vitality of the park, as long as they get to do what they want at the expense and safety of all others, including the long-term health of the park itself.

Bike riders beware. I am sure someday, someone will do a study on the damage we choose to cause, and our days of having the privilege to ride in the park may be numbered for all of us who like to pedal.

Or if people start getting injured, I am sure, should they choose to sue both the rider and the provincial government, that the days of riding in the park will be numbered. And remember, it is not a right, it is a privilege that has been granted to us.

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problems such as poison ivy or ant colonies can cause serious health issues for children.

Pesticides can be safely used and residents should be able to use them if they choose to do so.

Lorne Hepworth President, CropLife Canada OCCUPYING PUBLIC OFFICE Now that the municipal elections are over, I look forward to working with all the successful candidates for mayor, council and school boards across Vernon-Monashee.

I would like to take a moment to acknowledge all those who ran.

It’s no small thing to run for public office. It takes courage, a willingness to defend your principles and ideas, and a supportive and understanding family. It’s far too easy to complain about public policy, and then sit back and do nothing about it. I extend my sincere thanks to those who decided to do something about it.

With that said, I would also like to thank those who took the time to vote. We’re so fortunate in Canada; we sometimes take voting for granted, or worse, see it as a chore. It’s not. It’s perhaps the most important privilege we have – one which mil-

lions of people have died for – and sadly, continue to.

Eric Foster MLA, Vernon-Monashee

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The Armstrong Curling Club is hoping to continue improvements to its facility.

After extensive renovations inside, the club is now addressing a safety concern outside.

“A serious and dangerous problem area remains, a dark, dismal, frightening parking lot,” wrote club president David Southern in a letter to Armstrong council.

“The entire area north and west of the entry is unlit.

Security, safety and navigation of mud holes in the dark are intimidating scenarios.”

The club has requestRyan Nitchie ed the City of Armstrong’s assistance towards improving safety.

However, because the club’s letter did not specify what kind of assistance they’re seeking, their matter has been deferred to the Armstrong Spallumcheen Parks and Recreation Commission.

The club spent $62,000 improving its entry, lobby and washrooms. It added a handicap washroom, provided handicap access to the building and ice and corrected several dangerous structureal and mechanical faults.

Nitchie named to boards Coun. Ryan Nitchie has been named a director with two boards.

He will sit as a director on the Southern Interior

Local Government Association (SILGA) and the Municipal Insurance Association of B.C. “I’m very excited,” said Nitchie, who sat on the SILGA board before for nearly three years. “I’ve never been on the MIA board and I do have a background in insurance, so I’m excited to be part of that board.”

Armstrong will host the montly SILGA meeting Jan. 11.

Lighting up Armstrong One councillor wants more downtown Christmas lights.

Coun. Paul Britton noted that there were more Christmas lights in the downtown core this year than in previous years, and that a huge crowd turned up for the annual Christmas light up festival.

“With our 100th anniversary coming up (in 2013), we should make it spectacular,” said Britton.

Council passed a resolution to have staff investory the number of trees and the costs involved to light up the entire town.

Interest topped up The city will top up the interest earned in the Oke Swenson bequeathal to the city.

The interest earned in 2011 was $66.06, and the city voted unanimously to top that up to $100, and donate it to the Okanagan Boys and Girls Club under the local food bank program.

The city was bequeathed $5,200 from Swenson’s last will and testament with the requirement that the city spend the annual interest on the trust to the less fortunate of the community prior to Christmas.

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City fears ramifications over trade pact The City of Vernon is raising concerns about a proposed international trade pact.

The city will ask the provincial government for a briefing on trade negotiations between Canada and Europe. It also wants a permanent exemption for municipalities and regional districts from the deal.

“This has far-reaching implications for local government and I hope there is still an opportunity for meaningful input,” said Coun.

Juliette Cunningham.

The issue was recently raised by the North Okanagan Food Action Society.

The society suggests any trade agreement could led to European corporations having full access to the purchasing of goods and services by municipalities, hospitals and school districts.

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Predator Plan Schubert Centre Proceeds Seeks Expansion A proposed blueVernon’s Schubert print for development at Predator Ridge is Centre is looking to expand the base of moving ahead.

Vernon council has seniors housing in the given first reading to the community.

The City of Predator Ridge Vernon held a neig hbourpublic hearhood plan. ing Monday “Increasing to consider the commerthe centre’s cial nodes will rezoning and benefit the official comcommunity munity plan and increased park land is a Terry Pakenham applications for its 30th win for everyAvenue propone,” said erty.

Coun. Brian Quiring.

“There is an urgent The plan considers land use, densi- need for more attainable ties, building form and and affordable housing units,” said Terry development patterns.

The first plan was Pakenham, Schubert initiated in 1996 and it Centre spokesman, of is now being updated to the proposed project.

However, for the reflect Vernon’s official community plan and project to proceed, the Schubert Centre needs market conditions.

Public input will be the city to provide required before coun- 2,150-square-metres of cil can consider adop- Luc Girouard Park, also tion of the neighbour- known as the Rock.

“This piece of land gets very little use,” said Pakenham.

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As part of the GOALS! program (Granting Youth Opportunities to Advance, Learn and Succeed), the local hockey stars are spending some one-on-one reading time with kids throughout the region.

Some local celebrities have scored big in the hearts and minds of Vernon’s youth.

The Vernon Vipers may be known for scoring goals on ice, but the BCHL team is also literally making GOALS! off the rink.

Granting youth Opportunities to Advance, Learn and Succeed (GOALS!) is a Vipers program that sends players into local elementary schools to read one-on-one with kids.

“They come to all our games and support

us so it’s good for us to get out in the community and do what we can,” said captain Patrick McGillis, while at Ellison Elementary recently with Luke Juha, Max Mowat and Peter McMullen.

It was obvious the students were equally excited to see the Vipers, as they swarmed the players before they even got through the front doors.

“You guys are rock stars here amongst our kids so I think this is really neat having you here,” said Bob Gardner, Ellison principal.

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“I never miss a Vernon Viper game,” said Pope, whose favourite player is now No. 4.

The Vipers wrapped up their day by signing autographs in the gym for students, after first visiting a couple classes and taking questions.

It was there that they aimed to score a winning message among the kids. One that no goal is too big, or too early to start working for, as many of these players have shown in their own hockey careers.

“I started playing hockey when I was four,” said Mowat.

“Me too,” said Juha.

Because in life, just as in hockey, it takes goals to win.

As often as the Viper hockey/school schedule will allow, players will be involved with oneon-one reading, school sports and general leadership roles from October to the end of February.

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Push made for Westside Road improvements WADE PATERSON Black Press

The regional director for the North Westside says he and his constituents want Westside Road improvements.

According to Jim Edgson, a plan needs to be put in place to make the notoriously dangerous Westside Road safer.

“People within the Ministry of Transportation have to recognize that it is the time, now that we’ve seen increasing population in the rural Westside, to start having a (long-term) plan instead of ad hoc planning,” Jim Edgson said Edgson.

“The Ministry of Transportation will be the first to admit that the Westside Road, from Bear Creek Park north, really is not on their priority list. I realize it’s not a priority, but it needs to be.”

Edgson said he presented a slideshow to Premier Christy Clark and Transportation Minister Blair Lekstrom at the Union of B.C. Municipalities convention in September.

His presentation suggested that the province consider implementing a long-term plan, which addresses a variety of safety issues on the road.

“That road has a history of fix when it’s needed only. There is a lack of planning for the Westside Road as a whole,” he said.

Part of the problem, according to Edgson, is that there are two jurisdictions responsible for maintaining different sections of Westside Road.

“Everything south of (the turnaround) belongs to the ministry office in Penticton. Everything north of the turnaround comes out of the office in Vernon. The maintenance is glaringly different,” he said. “Perhaps what we should do is recognize that the road needs to be under one jurisdiction.”

Edgson said that he has received multiple letters and e-mails from concerned residents of his constituency, indicating that they are fed up with the fact that no long-term improvements have been indicated.

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Santa will be in Downtown Vernon on the following days: Friday, Dec. 2 —

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Saturday, Dec. 3 — Santa roaming throughout Downtown Saturday, Dec. 10 - Santa roaming throughout Downtown Saturday, Dec. 17 - Santa roaming throughout Downtown

Don’t forget your camera!

e Parkin e n r w g F o t D … every Saturday own until December 24

(Metered Spaces - time limits apply) Brought to you by the City of Vernon and the Downtown Vernon Merchants

#4 -

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29th Street, Ve

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• 250 -542-58 51

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regionally and internationally as the team ‘Robo Bros’.

The duo has won numerous awards, including top place at this year’s Western Canada RoboCup Junior Games and in the 2011 World RoboCupJunior Championship in Istanbul, Turkey.

They will be appearing at the Okanagan Science Centre, a proud sponsor of Robo Bros., this Saturday at 2:30 p.m. to present their award-winning collection of dancing and soccer-playing robots.

Robo Bros. first competed internationally at the RoboCupJunior Games in 2009 in Austria, and continued to represent Canada at the 2010 competition in Singapore and in the 2011 competition in Istanbul. With each competition the pair gained experience and knowledge.

Combined with their ambition and hard work, Hudson and Nelson were inspired to create more advanced robots every year. When they took home the World Championship title in Istanbul this summer, it marked the first time a Canadian team has ever won the honour.

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BOXING WEEK DELS ALL 2011 MO STANDARD ON

Receive a

350

$

*

GIFT CARD

Hurry in limited quantities available! *Only 12 Gift Cards Available Per Store

+

With each New Car Purchase made from Dec 16-Dec 30/11 +

Instock only, limited selection available. Exclusive offer to your Okanagan Toyota Dealers

2011 TUNDRA

2011 VENZA

2011 MATRIX

UP TO

6000

$

UP TO

0 FINANCING %**

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$

**

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BOXING WEEK

ON SELECT 2011 MODELS

UP TO 72 MONTHS

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CASH BONUS!

2011 RAV4

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Otto Gauss

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VERNON TOYOTA

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News

Harris Flowers

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the impact of flowers never fades…

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(Clockwise, from top left): Ava Arndt, five, carefully sets her second marshmallow to the open flame after thoroughly enjoying her first during the Victorian Christmas event Sunday at O’Keefe Ranch. Santa and Mrs. Claus take a leisurely walk around and take in the festivities. Anne Collinson carefully blows on a freshly roasted chestnut before having a taste.

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BEST SELECTION

VERNON NISSAN

BEST PRICES

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2012 Nissan Altimas

9

DEALER COST plus

TO CHOOSE FROM

500

$

00

4 DAYS ONLY!

VERNON NISSAN will be selling all in-stock 2012 Nissan Altimas for COST plus $500 - this is a limited time offer - expires December 17th at 5 pm.

Our USED INVENTORY is re-conditioned to a higher standard!

2001 NISSAN SENTRA GXE

2007 TOYOTA YARIS SEDAN

2003 HONDA ODYSSEY EX

2010 KIA RIO 5 EX

207,400 kms, power windows / locks, keyless entry, full safety inspection, no accidents, fuel saver.

Stk # 25-104A

116,000 kms, automatic, local car, no accidents, full safety inspection, keyless entry, power windows / mirrors, CD player.

Stk # P-1202B

168,000 kms, automatic, cruise control, no accidents, alloy wheels, fold flat rear seating, CD player, fully safety inspected.

Stk # 25-103C

24,000 kms, CD player, balance of factory warranty, no accidents, one owner, smoke free, 1.6L, 4 cylinder, second set of tires.

Stk # 25-087A

ONE OWNER

$3,999

$72

$7,995

Bi-weekly + taxes

POWER SLIDERS

$7,999

$69

Bi-weekly + taxes

$9,999

2007 MAZDA B3000 DUAL SPORT

2007 TOYOTA CAMRY LE

2008 CHEV UPLANDER

2011 NISSAN VERSA 1.8 S

53,000 kms, one owner, full maintenance records, non-smoker, local truck, limited slip, battery saver, bed liner, no accidents.

Stk # 25-168B

91,000 kms, no accidents, never been smoked in, local Okanagan car, power windows, keyless entry, 4 cylinder, economical, tps monitor.

Stk # P-1203A

51,000 kms, no accidents, local BC vehicle, power windows, keyless entry, snow tires, CD player, safety inspected, 240 HP. Stk # 25-100A

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Stk # P-1207

$99

$108

$10,999

Bi-weekly + taxes

$11,999 $108

Bi-weekly + taxes

Bi-weekly + taxes

$11,999

$79

Bi-weekly + taxes

$12,999

2011 NISSAN SENTRA 2.0

2006 FORD F150 4X4

2006 NISSAN X-TRAIL LE AWD

2011 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5 S

23,000 kms, automatic, air, no accidents, local BC vehicle, power windows, keyless entry, side curtain air bags, alloys.

Stk # P-1188

87,000 kms, local truck, tube steps, power windows / locks, keyless entry, alloys, CD player, safety inspected, cruise.

Stk # P-1224

68,000 kms, one owner, Canadian vehicle, new tires, new brakes, fully reconditioned, leather, sunroof, alloys.

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22,000 kms, push button ignition, intelligent key, factory warranty, ABS, traction control, keyless entry, power windows, 175 HP. Stk # P-1204

$86

$13,999

Bi-weekly + taxes

$142

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$15,999

$171

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$18,995

$115

Bi-weekly + taxes

$18,995

2010 NISSAN XTERRA S 4X4

2010 NISSAN XTERRA OFF ROAD 4X4

2010 FORD EXPLORER LTD 4X4

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42,000 kms, air conditioning, running boards, automatic transmission, keyless entry, power locks, 261 HP, fog lights, alloy wheels Stk # P-1219

14,000 kms, locking differential, Bilstein shocks, navigation, no accidents, roof mounted off road lights, alloy wheels, Rockford Fosgate stereo.

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39,000 kms, DVD, third row seating, power running boards, leather, heated seats, sunroof, alloys, factory warranty, V8, no accidents.

Stk # P-1169A

12,000 kms, one owner, locking differential, Bilstein shocks, off road lights, manual transmission, no accidents.

Stk # P-1216

$25,995

$30,995

$217

Bi-weekly + taxes

$31,999

$32,995

All payments are based on 5.99% OAC, Ø down plus $499 safety and security package. 2011: 90 month term. 2010: 84 month term. 2009: 72 month term. 2008, 2007, 2006: 60 month term. All based on approved credit.

Example: 2006 Nissan X-Trail (P-1221) $0 down + $499, 5 year term = $171 bi-weekly plus taxes, total paid = $24,755.90.

VERNON NISSAN

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New strata rules set Morning Star Staff

New regulations under the Strata Property Act that improve accountability in strata corporations have been introduced that will support the more than one million strata property owners and residents in the province.

The new rules were developed after extensive consultations with the strata community including strata lot owners, strata associations, legal experts and professionals.

The consultation also included an online public survey in February 2011 that attracted over 1,800 participants, many of whom provided additional comments that helped refine the final regulations.

The majority of new housing starts in recent years have been stratas.

Strata properties already make up more than half of the taxable properties in a dozen British Columbia municipalities.

The prevalence of stratas will continue to grow as the province’s population expands and urban densification increases.

The Strata Property Act and regulations are used directly on a regular basis by members of the public.

Regulations with respect to audited financial statements are expected to be introduced next year.

A guide to the new regulations will be published early in 2012 to give strata owners and corporations an opportunity to learn more about the new rules before they are required to comply.

Further information is available at: http://www.housing. gov.bc.ca/strata/regs.

We’re exchanging the HST for a grocery donation for the Vernon Food Bank.

Help us fill the hot tubs for those in need!

Arlington 7 Piece Gathering

Kona 50” Wine Cabinet Server

Regular $1,839. Sale was $1,129

Regular $1,100. Sale was $700

Now

759 Plus

$

Now

649 Plus

$

WE PAY THE

95

WE PAY THE

HST

HST

Arlington 7 Piece Dining

Kona 7 Piece Gathering or Dining

Regular $1,699. Sale was $1,029

Regular $2,269. Sale was $1,389

Now

699 Plus

$

Now

1099 Plus

$

WE PAY THE

WE PAY THE

HST

Includes 6 Dining Chairs and Butterfly Leaf Tables

Arlington 3 Piece Dinette Regular $719. Sale was $449

Now

349 Plus

$

HST Solid Mango Wood

w!

In-Stock No Get Ready for Christmas Dinner !

Kona Bench

Regular $270.

Sale was $180

HST

Complete with 42” Drop Leaf Table

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410 Banks Road, Kelowna

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Monday - Saturday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Now

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THAN YOU CAN IMAGINE. CERTAIN DATE RESTRICTIONS APPLY. OFFERS NOT AVAILABLE AT THE SAME TIME. SEE DEALER FOR FULL DETAILS.

PURCHASE FINANCE UP TO 60 MONTHS AS LOW AS

DECEMBER 16-30 CHOOSE

On select new 2011 and 2012 models.

0

$

$

%

OWN FOR ONLY

30,499 *

OR

3,000

▼

APR**

DECEMBER 31-JANUARY 15 CHO OOS OSE

OR

$

$

UP TO

†

REBATES

MANUFACTURER

TOWARDS MOST NEW FORD VEHICLES.

THIS OFFER IS IN ADDITION TO INCENTIVES CURRENTLY OFFERED ON QUALIFYING VEHICLES OF MODEL YEAR 2005 OR OLDER. INCENTIVES RANGE FROM $500 TO $3000.

VISIT WWW.FORD.CA FOR DETAILS.

Hurry in and get the vehicle and offer you’ve been thinking about. Only at your BC Ford Store.

9,500 On most new 2011 and 2012 models. 2011 F-150 5.0L amount shown.

2011 F-150 SUPER CAB XLT 4X4

PURCHASE FINANCE BI-WEEKLY FOR ONLY

FOR 60 MONTHS WITH $3,300 DOWN PAYMENT.

209 0% **

$ ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL‡

@

APR

OWN FOR ONLY

16,999 *

$ OR

9.8L/100 km 29 MPG HWY*** 13.5L/100 km 21 MPG CITY***

OWN FOR ONLY

43,999 *

OR

AVAILABLE BEST-IN-CLASS

FUEL ECONOMY

◆

$ , AVAILABLE FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL‡

TRACTION CONTROL

$

TRACTION CONTROL

$

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1 000 AVAILABLE EcoBoost™

10.5L/100 km 27 MPG HWY*** 15L/100 km 19 MPG CITY***

OFFERS INCLUDE $6,000 IN MANUFACTURER REBATES AND $1,550 AIR TAX & FREIGHT. OFFERS VALID FROM DECEMBER 16-30, 2011.

2011 RANGER SUPER CAB SPORT 4X2

PURCHASE FINANCE BI-WEEKLY FOR ONLY

FOR 60 MONTHS WITH $1,500 DOWN PAYMENT.

119 0% **

@

APR

OFFERS INCLUDE $4,000 IN MANUFACTURER REBATES AND $1,450 FREIGHT. OFFERS VALID FROM DECEMBER 16-30, 2011.

MP3/USB COMPATIBLE

2011 F-250 SUPER CAB XLT 4X4 WESTERN EDITION

PURCHASE FINANCE BI-WEEKLY FOR ONLY

FOR 60 MONTHS WITH $5,150 DOWN PAYMENT.

299 0% **

@

APR

OFFERS INCLUDE $2,000 IN MANUFACTURER REBATES AND $1,550 AIR TAX & FREIGHT. OFFERS VALID FROM DECEMBER 16-30, 2011.

AVAILABLE SYNC®‡‡

ELIGIBLE COSTCO MEMBERS RECEIVE

▲ ON MOST 2011 AND

2012 FORD VEHICLES. VISIT FORDCOSTCO.CA

bcford.ca

WISE BUYERS READ THE LEGAL COPY: Vehicle(s) may be shown with optional equipment. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offers. Offers may be cancelled at any time without notice. See your Ford Dealer for complete details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673. *Purchase a new 2011 Ranger Super Cab Sport 4X2/2011 F-150 Super Cab XLT 4X4/2011 F-250 Super Cab XLT 4X4 Western Edition for $16,999/$30,499/$43,999 after Total Manufacturer Rebate of $4,000/$6,000/$2,000 deducted. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price after Manufacturer Rebate has been deducted. Offers include freight and air tax of $1,450/$1,550/$1,550 but exclude variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. All prices are based on Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price. Manufacturer Rebates can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford of Canada at either the time of factory order or delivery, but not both.

Manufacturer Rebates are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. **Choose 0% annual percentage rate (APR) purchase financing on a new 2011 Ranger Super Cab Sport 4X2/2011 F-150 Super Cab XLT 4X4/2011 F-250 Super Cab XLT 4X4 Western Edition 2011 for a maximum of 60 months to qualified retail customers, on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest APR payment. Purchase financing monthly payment is $258/$453/$647 (the sum of twelve (12) monthly payments divided by 26 periods gives payee a bi-weekly payment of $119/$209/$299 with a down payment of $1,500/$3,300/$5,150 or equivalent trade-in. Cost of borrowing is $0 or APR of 0% and total to be repaid is $15,499/$27,199/$38,849. Offers include a Manufacturer Rebate of $$4,000/$6,000/$2,000 and freight and air tax of $1,450/$1,550/$1,550 but exclude variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. Taxes are payable on the full amount of the purchase price. Bi-Weekly payments are only available using a customer initiated PC (Internet Banking) or Phone Pay system through the customer’s own bank (if offered by that financial institution). The customer is required to sign a monthly payment contract with a first payment date one month from the contract date and to ensure that the total monthly payment occurs by the payment due date. Bi-weekly payments can be made by making payments equivalent to the sum of 12 monthly payments divided by 26 bi-weekly periods every two weeks commencing on the contract date. Dealer may sell for less. Offers vary by model and not all combinations will apply. **From Dec. 16, 2011 to Dec. 30, 2011, receive 0% APR purchase financing on new [2012 Fiesta (excluding S), 2011 Focus (excluding S), 2011 Fusion (excluding S), 2011 Mustang (excluding Value Leader, GT500 and Boss 302), 2011 Taurus (excluding SE), 2011 and 2012 Edge (excluding SE), 2011 Flex (excluding SE), 2011 Escape (excluding I4 manual), 2011 Expedition]/[ 2012 Expedition]/[ 2012 Focus (excluding S), 2011 Fiesta (excluding S), 2011 Ranger Supercab (excluding XL), 2011 and 2012 F-150 (excluding regular cab XL 4x2 and Raptor), 2011 and 2012 F-250 to F-450 (excluding chassis cabs), 2012 Fusion (excluding S), 2012 Mustang (excluding Value Leader, GT500 and BOSS 302), 2012 Taurus (excluding SE), 2012 Flex (excluding SE), 2012 Escape (excluding I4 Manual)] models for a maximum of [36]/[48]/[60] months to qualified retail customers, on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest interest rate. Example: $30,000 purchase financed at 0% APR for 60 months, monthly payment is $500, cost of borrowing is $0 or APR of 0% and total to be repaid is $30,000.Down payment on purchase financing offers may be required based on approved credit from Ford Credit. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price. † From Dec. 31 2011 to Jan. 15, 2012, receive $500/ $1,000/ $1,500/ $1,750/ $2,000/ $2,250/ $2,500/ $3,000/ $3,500/ $4,000/ $4,500/ $5,000/ $5,500/ $6,000/ $6,500/ $7,000/ $7,500/ $8,000/ $8,500/ $9,500/ $10,000 in Manufacturer Rebates with the purchase or lease of a new 2011 Focus S, 2011 Edge SE, 2011 Explorer Base, 2011 Escape I4 Manual, 2011 and 2012 E-Series, 2012 Fusion/ 2011 Fiesta S, 2011 and 2012 Explorer (excluding Base), 2012 Fiesta (excluding S), 2012 Flex SE, 2012 Transit Connect (excluding electric)/ 2011 Mustang 2dr Coupe V6 Value Leader, 2011 Flex SE, 2011 F-150 Regular Cab XL 4x2 Value Leader, 2012 Edge (excluding SE)/ 2012 Mustang V6 Value Leader/ 2011 Ranger Super Cab XL and Regular Cab FEL, 2012 Focus (excluding S), 2012 SuperDuty Chassis Cabs/ 2011 Fiesta (excluding S), 2011 Transit Connect (excluding electric)/ 2011 Fusion S, 2011 Taurus SE, 2011 Edge AWD (excluding SE)/ 2012 Fusion (excluding S), 2012 Flex (excluding SE)/ 2012 Escape (excluding I4 Manual & V6), 2011 Focus (excluding S), 2011 and 2012 Mustang V6 (excluding Value leader)/ 2011 Edge FWD (Excluding SE), 2012 Escape V6, 2011 Escape (excluding I4 Manual & V6), 2011 SuperDuty Chassis Cabs, 2012 Mustang GT, 2012 Taurus (excluding SE), 2012 Expedition/ 2011 Fusion (excluding S), 2011 Escape V6, 2011 Mustang GT, 2011 Flex (excluding SE)/ 2012 F-150 Regular Cab (excluding XL 4x2), 2012 F-250 to F-450 Gas engine (excluding Chassis Cab)/ 2011 Taurus (excluding SE)/ 2011 Ranger SuperCab (excluding XL), 2012 F-150 Super Cab and Super Crew/ 2011 Expedition, 2011 F-150 Regular Cab non 5.0L and non 3.7L (excluding XL 4x2)/ 2012 F-250 to F-450 diesel (excluding chassis cabs)/2011 F-150 Super Cab and Super Crew non 5.0L and non 3.7L/ 2011 F-250 to F-450 gas engine (excluding chassis cabs)/ 2011 F-150 Regular Cab (excluding XL 4x2) 5.0L and 3.7L/ 2011 F-150 Super Cab and Super Crew 5.0L and 3.7L/ 2011 F-250 to F-450 Diesel engine (excluding chassis cabs) - all Raptor, GT500, BOSS302, and Medium Truck models excluded. This offer can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford of Canada at either the time of factory order or delivery, but not both. Manufacturer Rebates are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. ♦Based on competitive data available at the time of testing using Ford drive-cycle tests (in accordance with the guidelines of the Society of Automotive Engineers’ Standard J1321) of comparably equipped models. Class is Full-Size Pickups over 8,500 lbs. GVWR. ***Estimated fuel consumption ratings for the 2011 Ranger 4X2 4.0L V6 5-speed Manual transmission: [13.5L/100km (21MPG) City, 9.8L/100km (29MPG) Hwy]/ 2011 F-150 4X4 5.0L V8 6-speed Automatic transmission: [15L/100km (19MPG) City, 10.5L/100km (27MPG) Hwy]. Fuel consumption ratings based on Transport Canada approved test methods. Actual fuel consumption will vary based on road conditions, vehicle loading and driving habits. ‡Remember that even advanced technology cannot overcome the laws of physics. It’s always possible to lose control of a vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions. ‡‡Some mobile phones and some digital media players may not be fully compatible – check www.syncmyride.com for a listing of mobile phones, media players, and features supported. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford recommends that drivers use caution when using mobile phones, even with voice commands. Only use mobile phones and other devices, even with voice commands, not essential to driving when it is safe to do so. SYNC is optional on most new Ford vehicles. ††© 2011 Sirius Canada Inc. “SIRIUS”, the SIRIUS dog logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of SIRIUS XM Radio Inc. and are used under licence. ▲Offer only valid from December 1, 2011 to January 31, 2012 (the “Offer Period”) to resident Canadians with a Costco membership on or before November 30, 2011. Use this $1,000CDN Costco member offer towards the purchase or lease of a new 2011/2012 Ford/Lincoln vehicle (excluding Fiesta, Focus, Ranger, Raptor, GT500, Mustang Boss 302, Transit Connect EV & Medium Truck) (each an “Eligible Vehicle”). The Eligible Vehicle must be delivered and/or factory-ordered from your participating Ford/Lincoln dealer within the Offer Period. Offer is only valid at participating dealers, is subject to vehicle availability, and may be cancelled or changed at any time without notice. Only one (1) offer may be applied towards the purchase or lease of one (1) Eligible Vehicle, up to a maximum of two (2) separate Eligible Vehicle sales per Costco Membership Number. Offer is transferable to persons domiciled with an eligible Costco member. This offer can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford Motor Company of Canada at either the time of factory order (if ordered within the Offer Period) or delivery, but not both. Offer is not combinable with any CPA/GPC or Daily Rental incentives, the Commercial Upfit Program or the Commercial Fleet Incentive Program (CFIP). Applicable taxes calculated before $1,000CDN offer is deducted. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offer, see dealer for details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673. ▼ Program in effect from October 1, 2011 to January 3, 2012 (the “Program Period”) To qualify, customer must turn in a 2005 model year or older vehicle that is in running condition (able to start and move and without missing parts) and has been properly registered/plated or insured for the last 3 months (the “Criteria”). Eligible customers will receive [$500]/[$1,000]/[$2,500]/[$3,000] towards the purchase or lease of a new 2011/2012 Ford [Fiesta (excluding S), Focus (excluding S)]/[Fusion (excluding S), Taurus (excluding SE), Mustang (excluding Value Leader), Escape (excluding XLT I4 Manual), Transit Connect (excluding EV), Ranger (excluding Regular Cab 4x2 XL), Edge (excluding SE), Flex (excluding SE), Explorer (excluding base)]/[F-150 (excluding Regular Cab 4x2 XL), Expedition, E-Series]/[F250-550] – all Raptor, GT500, BOSS302, and Medium Truck models excluded (each an “Eligible Vehicle”). Taxes payable before Rebate amount is deducted. To qualify: (i) customer must, at the time of the Eligible Vehicle sale, provide the Dealer with (a)sufficient proof of Criteria, and (b) signed original ownership transferring customer vehicle to the Authorized Recycler; and (ii) Eligible Vehicle must be purchased, leased, or factory ordered during the Program Period. Offer only available to residents of Canada and payable in Canadian dollars. Offer is transferable to persons domiciled with the owner of the recycled vehicle. Offer can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford at either the time of factory order or delivery, but not both. Offer not available on any vehicle receiving CPA, GPC, or Daily Rental Rebates and the Commercial Fleet Rebate Program (CFIP). Limited time offer, see dealer for details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673. ©2011 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. All rights reserved.

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STANDARD ON MOST NEW FORD VEHICLES

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Kassa collects top honour Morning Star Staff

A Vernon realtor is being recognized for 20 years of community service.

Don Kassa, of Re/Max, has received the Realtors Care Award from the Okanagan Mainline Real Estate Board.

“Don is a very worthy recipient of this award,” said George Cwiklewski, OMREB president.

“His diligent and ongoing support for several causes in the Vernon area exemplifies those realtors who have made Don Kassa long-term contributions to the communities in which they live.”

For more than 20 years, Kassa has been a volunteer first responder for the Silver Star Volunteer Fire Department and he has also worked with the Vernon Ski Racing Club, setting up and taking down courses for races at Silver Star.

Kassa has sponsored and supported the Buoyant Buddies breast cancer survivor dragon boat team for the past seven years.

He has been a volunteer caddy at the Wine Women and Woods Tee-Off for the Cure for eight years, with his efforts helping to raise more than $50,000 for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation.

The Vernon Paddling Club has also benefitted from Kassa’s efforts for 12 years.

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Members of the congregation have again worked hard to bring the live nativity performance to the community.

Actors are dressed in period costumes, a Bethlehem village has been built and live animals are an equal part of the annual production that tells the ancient story of Christ’s birth in a Bethlehem manger.

The idea behind the performance is to put everything together so people can experience the setting of 2,000 years ago.

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Sovereign slides into sprint season JULIE MELANSON For The Morning Star

Everyone had smiles on their faces as a weekend of racing wrapped up at Sovereign Lake Nordic Centre in the sunshine.

Participants from across North America competed in the first Haywood NorAm Teck Sprints of the season, including skiers from Sovereign Lake.

“It’s my first time in Canada in a couple of years, actually since the Olympics,” said 6-foot-2 Torin Koos, of the Leavenworth, Wisc. “Last time I raced here was the World Cup races 2005 so it’s really cool to come back to Sovereign Lake.”

Koos, 31, was 26th in the individual sprint classic at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics, helping Team USA to ninth spot in the sprint relay.

Added Koos, who learned the sport in Washington State: “This is an incredible place to go ski, for a week, a weekend or a month.”

Sovereign’s Heather Mehain had a good start to her season in the sprint races Saturday.

“She was well dialed in. In her words, she had a perfect race for her qualifier,” said coach Darren Derochie. “So it was a fantastic start to the season that way. In her heat, I said, ‘Just go do what you do’ and she did.

She duked it out, so she knows she can ski with those girls.”

The Haywood race trialed a new format, holding two classic races together. Saturday was the sprint races and Sunday featured a 15-kilometre distance race.

In Mehain’s 15-km classic race, she said: “I focused on staying long and loose. I felt I could have pushed myself sooner on the last lap, but otherwise it was a pretty good race for me.”

Vernon’s Matt Wylie, who lives and trains in Canmore with the Alberta World Cup Academy, qualified 12th in the 1.4-km sprint.

“I felt really good in the quarterfinal and won it, then got a bit bogged down in the semifinal and ended up fifth in the B final,” he said. “So overall I ended up 11th, so not such a bad day.”

On racing back at Sovereign Lake, he added: “It’s really nice. I love the trails here, and I don’t think there’s anywhere better in the world to ski.”

A team of more than 100 volunteers helped make the weekend a success, helping with everything from timing, marshalling, course preparation, ski patrol and food preparation to feed the volunteers.

“We had a very happy crew, as you heard,”

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for five or six years so experience is key. Of course it gets easier the more often you’ve done it and I’d say we have an experienced crew of chiefs.”

Junior lacrosse products collect league honours GRAEME CORBETT Morning Star Staff

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Brett Hawrys of the Armstrong Shamrocks corrals a loose ball in Thompson Okanagan Junior Lacrosse League action against the Kamloops Venom.

Hockey or lacrosse – Armstrong’s Brett Hawrys gets asked that question all the time.

It’s a fair question for an athlete who excels in both sports.

“I don’t have a preference over the two.

Whatever season I’m in, that’s the No. 1 sport right then,” smiled Hawrys. “Both help the other sport out. You get some hand-eye coordination from lacrosse that you can use in hockey and it keeps you in shape all year round.”

And while the 17-year-old Pleasant Valley Secondary student is enjoying a solid rookie hockey season with the KIJHL North Okanagan Knights, posting 13 points in 32 games, it is in the Thompson Okanagan Junior Lacrosse League where he really stood out this year.

Hawrys led the Armstrong Shamrocks with 56 points (28 goals and 28 assists) in 15 games, earning the league’s Rookie of the Year Award.

“It was an honour for sure. It’s a pretty amazing thing to be singled out as one of the top players,” he said.

Added Shamrocks’ head coach Pat Nelson: “I’m not surprised he got Rookie of the Year. He’s just a great athlete and we were expecting him to do well. He settled in well and played well with his teammates.”

At the other end of the lacrosse spectrum is Joey Klein, a no-frills defender with the Vernon Re/Max Tigers who collected the TOJLL Top Defenceman Award.

Klein, now 21, ended a five-year campaign with the Cats by scoring a goal and three assists in 10 regular-season games, helping his team advance to the playoff semifinals.

“He has come through our five-year program and excelled every year,” said assistant coach Rich Zecchel. “He’s tough to beat 1-on-1 and he’s always aware of what’s going on around him.”

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Also winner of the Tigers’ Top Defender award, Klein had a slight misunderstanding with Zecchel over the league award.

“When Rich called me, I thought he was talking about that (team award), so I was pretty surprised,” laughed Klein, now in year three of an apprenticeship with Jespersen Electric.

Klein is especially appreciative of the recognition because he says defenders usually don’t get much credit.

“Defence never gets the glory. I’ve never been good at scoring goals, so I got stuck with stopping them. You play against the same teams again and again so you get to know the top scorers and it’s fun to try and stop them.”

There is one other bonus about being a defender, added Klein: “You don’t have to run as much.”

Other TOJLL awards went to Tyler French of the Kelowna Raiders (Top Scorer and League MVP) and Andrew Copeland of the Kamloops Venom (Top Goalie).

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Vernon’s Jim Cotter cracked a deuce in the eighth end to open the BDO Canadian Open with a 10-8 win over Bradford, Ont.’s Dale Matchett Thursday morning at the K-Rock Centre in Kingston, Ont. Cotter – supported by third Kevin Folk and a front end of Tyrel Griffith and Rick Sawatsky – followed that up with a 6-4 loss to Brandon, Man.’s Rob Fowler later that day. The Vernon foursome faced Jeff Stoughton of Winnipeg in a Thursday night draw.

Opening with a deuce, Cotter soon found himself behind when Matchett counted a triple in two and added four more points in four to go up 7-3.

The Vernon skip replied with three in five and a steal of two in six to retake the lead for good.

Against Fowler, Cotter started strong with another deuce before the Manitoba skip responded with a triple in two.

After a blank in three, Fowler stole in four and put the game away with a deuce in six.

As of press time, Stoughton, Coldwater, Ont.’s Glenn Howard, Sault Ste. Marie, Ont.’s Brad Jacob and Edmonton’s Kevin Koe shared the lead at 2-0.

■ In Baron Insurance Super League play Wednesday night at the Vernon Curling Club, Brad Wood’s Nufloors rebounded from a full weekend of regional men’s curling playdown action to upend Cotter’s Woodland Equipment 7-4.

Wood, who leads the league at 9-1, gave up singles in one and two before storming back with a triple in three and single steal in four.

Woodland (4-6) answered with singles in five and six, but Wood shut the door with a triple in seven.

Dave Merklinger’s Canwest Propane made it seven in a row with an 8-7 win over TJ Perepolkin’s Canaccord Wealth Management.

The two rinks traded deuces in one and two and played to a 4-4 draw after five ends. In six, Perepolkin’s double-takout attempt picked, leaving Canwest skip Darren Heath a draw for three.

Perepolkin (4-6) equalized with two in seven, but Heath (8-2) drew to the button for one in the final end.

Jenn Gerow’s A&G Supply buried a couple of four-enders en route to a 10-6 win over Sherry Heath’s Tuxedo Classic Promotions.

After blanking the first three ends, Heath (1-9) delivered a draw to the four-foot to earn a deuce in the fourth end. Gerow (4-5) capitalized on a few Tuxedo mistakes to take her first four-ender in five, but racked on a guard to hand four points back in six.

After some nice come-arounds by both sides, Gerow brought some biters into play to record four more points in seven. A steal of two in eight secured the win.

Allysa Kyllo’s Armstrong Optometry kept it close early, but fell 10-3 to Robbi Kuhn’s North Enderby Timber.

Kyllo (2-8) counted singles in one, four and six, while Kuhn (8-2) responded with a triple in two, double in three and a game-breaking five-ender in five.

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Matt Baker lived up to his nickname the last time he was in Vernon.

The Kamloops native, known in mixed martial arts (MMA) circles as The Riotmaker, finished off Vancouver’s Marcus Vinicios with a rear naked choke in a spirited light-heavyweight headliner at Battlefield Fight League 10 in August.

The 27-year-old will return to Wesbild Centre on Feb. 11 to take on veteran Andrew Buckland (14-8-1) in BFL 13’s main event. The winner earns the vacant middleweight championship.

Baker (7-2) is a member of Langley’s Revolution Fight Team. He has also ventured to Brazil to train with Team Nogueira Rio. The result has been a more well-rounded fight game and two consecutive submission wins.

Buckland, 30, holds more fights against high-

level opposition than Baker, including bouts with Dan Hornbuckle, David Loiseau, John Alessio and Jordan Mein. Since joining Nanaimo’s Impact MMA he is on a 3-0 run.

In the co-main event, Graham Spencer will meet Mike Adams for the vacant BFL featherweight strap, while Canoe’s Ryan (The Grizz) Allen, who trains with the Shuswap-Vernon Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Club, will battle champion Micah Brake for the amateur middleweight title. Allen has stopped his last two BFL opponents with strikes.

Other matchups include: Matt Dwyer vs. Ash Mashreghi; Gary Mangat vs. Dan Lin; Shawn Albrecht vs. Roy Bradshaw; Corey Tossof vs. Jordon Beecroft and Chad Belwood vs. Jose Cornejo.

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Knights’ netminder Dustin Nikkel posted 39 stops for the win. Wood, who allowed four goals on 23 shots, gave way to Vernon’s Conrad McMillan (nine saves) later in the game.

“He’s been unreal lately,” said Burns of Nikkel. “He’s been working hard with his goalie coach (Brett Thomlinson) and he’s almost been perfect.”

North Okanagan (21-10-0-1) is one point back of Revelstoke (21-70-2), who has two games in hand. The Knights visit the Summerland Steam (9-22-0-1) tonight and the Chase Heat (2-27-1-0) next Thursday before the Christmas break.

Meanwhile, Vernon’s Jared Suetter scored once in regulation and added the overtime winner as the Heat clipped the host Penticton Lakers 4-3 to earn their second win of the season Wednesday night.

Vernon’s Ethan Kalugin assisted on Derek Miskiman’s equalizer in the dying minutes to force OT. There were a trio of Coastal Conference games in the BCHL Wednesday night, with the Surrey Eagles downing the Powell River Kings 4-1, the Victoria Grizzlies blanking the Cowichan Valley Capitals 5-0, and the Coquitlam Express outgunning the Nanaimo Clippers 6-4.

The Vernon Vipers (14-12-12) entertain the Trail Smoke Eaters (5-21-1-3) tonight at Wesbild Centre, followed by a Sunday 2 p.m. matinee against the visiting Chilliwack Chiefs (18-9-0-1).

After two-and-a-half seasons, the North Okanagan Knights finally scraped two points out of the Revelstoke Forum.

Winless at their Doug Birks Division rivals’ barn since they joined the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League in 2009-10, the Knights iced the host Grizz 4-2 to end the drought Wednesday night.

“It was a great game,” said Knights’ forward Tanner Burns, who buried an insurance marker while on a 2-on-2 with Eric Chore with three minutes in regulation.

“We’ve got some new faces in the lineup and with Patrick (Chore) leaving (signed by BCHL Prince George Spruce Kings), it’s been tough. But we’ve been putting it together against the top teams lately.”

One of the Knights’ newcomers, defenceman Lee Muir, opened the scoring in his debut. Formerly of the Princeton Posse, Muir intercepted a clearing pass and wired a shot past Ethan Wood from the high slot at 12:56.

After Darnel St. Pierre equalized for Revelstoke, the Knights’ Alex Klintaire, on another interception, and the Grizzlies’ Mike Roberts, a Vernon product, traded singles to end the period tied 2-2. Vernon’s Riley Spraggs, who started the year with the AJHL Drumheller Dragons before suffering a knee injury, earned the assist on Roberts’ hard one-timer from the slot.

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Flyers stuff Kelowna in Bantam hockey final Morning Star Staff

The Interior Savings Flyers won their second tournament in a row, stopping the Kelowna Stars 10-7 in Sunday’s final of the Vernon Bantam Recreational Hockey Tournament at Civic Arena.

Vernon was led by a four-goal performance

by Landon Munk and a hat trick from Eamon Miller. Singles came from Jakob Marshall, Nikolai Negraiff and Julien Haynes.

Goaltending duties were shared between Cory Lehoux and Dustin Beckner.

The Flyers went 3-0 in round robin play before a back and forth final that the Flyers never trailed.

Vernon opened the 10-team tourney by ambushing the Kamloops Warriors 12-1. Scoring came from every line with

Brett Lambert, Negraiff and Miller each getting a deuce and singles going to Dan Desjarlais, Logan Imrich, Tim Ufimsteff, Tyler McMillan and MVP Dylan Oberle.

In Saturday’s early contest, the Flyers mauled Merritt 15-5 with Munk scoring five times and MVP Lambert supplying the hat trick. Imrich (2), Miller, Ufimsteff, Negraiff, Marshall and Oberle completed the Flyers’ offence.

Saturday’s matinee saw Dustin Beckner earn the shutout in a 9-0 Flyers’ win over

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Munk bagged four goals, while Imrich, Miller, McMillan, Lambert and MVP Ufimsteff each scored once. Defencemen Codie Lowe, Layk Petersen and Leland Riguedell played solid all weekend while forwards Connor Grainger and Landon Ehnes worked hard at both ends of the ice.

The Vernon Authentic Plaque & Trophies Tropics won a pair of road games in North Okanagan Midget Super League action.

The Tropics edged Lumby Stars 5-4 Saturday and beat the Bruins 5-1 Sunday in Winfield.

Captain Russell Hickman scored twice in Lumby, while singles went to Cameron Strike, Adam Fenske and Brandon Tarasenko, who also had two assists. The Stars staged a dramatic comeback that fell one goal short, led by Kyle Weston with the hat trick.

Brock Wagner potted a pair in Winfield with Hickman, Rowyn Lewis-Hatherley and Brett Vandale also converting. Luke Vandale earned both victories in the 7-2-1 Tropics’ net.

Brett Shaigec moved from defence to right wing and delivered a hat trick as the Nedco Titans grounded the Winfield Bruins 8-0 in Midget action Sunday night at Civic Arena.

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Chris Gallant provided 2+3, including an epic shorthanded tally, while captain Brodie Homeniuk also scored twice and Garrett Dansereau added 1+2 in front of Rodger Sewell and Zoran Bos for the 7-1-1 Titans.

The Stevenson Mechanical Blues toppled the Lumby Stars, sponsored by Aldon Waste and Terry’s Automotive, 10-3 in Pee Wee league play Saturday at Pat Duke Memorial Arena.

Nick Mitchell led the Blues with 2+4, while linemates Braeden Cooper (2+3) and Braydie Allan (1+2) also had productive games.

Captain Aaron Botterill and Sean Howard each scored twice, while d-man

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Cody Webb was stellar in supplying 1+2.

Lumby goals came from Tyler Yule, Graham Moss and Jarett Miller.

Howard had two snipes as the Blues bounced the Sicamous Predators 5-1 Sunday at Wesbild Centre.

Samantha Head, Cooper and Kaylan Lawrence rounded out the 6-1-1 Blues’ attack.

The Butcher Boys Red Wings lost 6-4 to the Lakeside Printing Predators 6-4 and tied the North Okanagan Knights 6-6.

Strong defence from Dakota Becker and Evan Winther kept the Wings close to the 6-2 Preds for the first half of Saturday’s game at Wesbild. Keefer Kaempf pulled the hat trick, while Brendan Horsfield scored once for the Wings. Jake Pelletier earned two assists.

It was a tight defensive game Sunday at Wesbild until the midway mark of the third period when the 6-1-2 Wings broke the tie with two quick goals from Pelletier and Horsfield (his fourth of the day) to put them up 5-3. The Knights (5-03) responded with three goals in three minutes, but Tyler Semeniuk marched down ice for the equalizer.

The Lumby Stars got great goaltending from Chris Nielsen in a 3-2 Sunday win over the Vernon Seed Orchard Sharks.

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with a beauty, Josh Litven and Graham Moss handled the Lumby scoring, while Taylor DaSilva netted her first of the season and Cailee Bauml banged in her own rebound, for the Sharks.

In Atom Super League play, the Lumby Stars moved into a three-way tie for first place as Ryan Desilets pocketed 3+2 in a 7-1 win over Salmon Arm #2 Saturday.

Tage Kineshanko added 2+2, while Quin Williamson earned 1+2 and Noah Clarke scored once. On Sunday, the Stars stuffed Denny’s Lightning of Vernon 7-1 in a rematch of the Monashee Classic final a week ago.

Williamson opened the scoring 19 seconds in on a pass from Romailler and then Clarke added another on a feed from Seehaver for a quick 2-0 lead.

Nic Teale, with a deuce, Desilets, Seehaver and Clarke finished off the Lumby scoring in front of Tage Kineshanko, who made several clutch saves.

In Senior Atom Development play, the Valley Wood Venom tied the Kamloops Jets 2-2 Saturday afternoon.

The Jets grabbed a 2-0 lead, but Vernon held tough with some fabulous goaltending by Tyler Sedlacek.

Cameron Moger, on a solo rush, and Gavin Fleck, with the equalizer, scored for Vernon.

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Vernon Kokanee Swim Club members clocked countless time standards at the 19th annual MJB Law Ice Classic last weekend in Kamloops.

Jamie Sullivan started things off by earning her Under 15 girls western time standard in the 800-m freestyle in nine minutes, 31.81 seconds. Samuel Grenier shaved more than 45 seconds from his personal best in recording an Open boys B.C. AAA standard in the 1,500-m free in 17:51.73. Joshua Phillips knocked off 36.17 seconds in the same event, finishing in 17:53.68.

Kiah Lee notched her U15 girls western standard in the 50-m breaststroke in 35.62. Kaia Phillips (14 girls) made the B.C. AAA standard in the 800-m free with a 9:59.08.

On Saturday, Braden Kersey met the U11 boys B.C. standard in the 50-m free with a 35.27, and Courtney Lee made the Open girls B.C. AAA standard in the 100-m breast with 1:18.88.

Meredith Levorson cracked two club records, swimming the 50-m free in 29.08, and the 200-m backstroke in 2:28.00, earning a 14 girls age-group national standard.

On Sunday, Emma Levorson secured an U15 girls western standard and the 16-18 girls agegroup standard in the 50-m back in 31:66.

Kokanee winning gold medals include: Sydney Fillion (U10 girls 50-m breast, 44.95), Meredith Levorson (11-12 girls 200-m butterfly, 2:45.18; 50-m free, 29.08; and 200-m back, 2:28.00), Wouter Terpstra (Over 15 boys 200-m IM, 2:11.57; 400-m IM, 4:42.60).

Silver medal winners were: Fillion (100-m breast, 1:39.17), Meredith Levorson (200-m IM, 2:35.19; 200-m free, 2:17.16), Terpstra (200-m fly, 2:13.89).

Meredith Levorson collected bronze in the 100-m back with a 1:10.93. Florian Terpstra recorded 100 per cent personal best times in all his events.

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Davidson, a member of the Vernon Ski Club who only took up the sport last year, placed 10th in qualifying, finishing behind eight Canadian team members and American Rett Smith. In the fourman knockout heats, he advanced to the semifinals, and in the small final, he ranked eighth.

At the same event, Davidson, by virtue of his win at the Canadian Open Championships in Lake Louise last spring, had a shot at qualifying for the inaugural Youth Olympic Games in Innsbruck, Austria in January.

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ometimes, as you enter the store, you can hear her laughter. Anytime you are close to the front of the store you will definitely hear her upbeat and positive comments.

She has a strong voice that is easily heard……….and her laughter has to pass by her heart to pick up the loving energy she so freely gives out. It is obvious she enjoys her customers and she is brilliant at engaging those who may be more reserved.

She comes across as one of those folks who ‘says it like it is’.

She has a heartfelt and Carole Fawcett open honesty with her words and appears to be genuine in her interaction with others.

She is very thoughtful too. I’ve watched as she helps seniors by carefully tucking their groceries into their walker baskets, making sure nothing will fall out on their journey home.

Her name is Heather and she works at a downtown store. She doesn’t just provide customer service, she does what comes naturally to her; she helps people have a better day on their way through her line.

Not too long ago, I rushed into this store on a Sunday morning, to pick up a newspaper for a friend.

I likely sounded impatient when I said to the already busy check-out person, “is there any other check-out open?” (stupid question really, as I could see clearly that there wasn’t).

She pointed to the end of her line and said, “right at the end of this line.” I felt bad because I knew by her response that I likely did sound whiney and demanding. I might even have been wearing my irritated face……..sigh……..perfect

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But, from behind me, at another counter, came Heather’s powerful voice.

She said, “Come on over here honey and I’ll run you through quickly. I was just on my way to take my break and this will only take a second.” “Thank you very much” I responded….. “kind of you.”

“Ah, it’s nothin”, she responded, “if we can’t help one another, there’s somethin’ wrong isn’t there?”

I paid and as I left, I heard her say “you have a good day now.”

As we all know, it’s the small things in life that make the biggest difference. Kindness, thoughtfulness, and being treated with respect, impact our feelings of self worth and can shift negative energy to positive energy. It feels like a gift. In fact, it is a gift.

Heather shifted my impatient energy by her helpful attitude that Sunday morning.

Thank you Heather – you made a difference in my day.

For me, this is what Christmas is all about. It’s about making a difference in someone’s life. We have choices in how we might do that.

Gifts to someone we love, donations to organizations whose mandate is helping others, anonymous help to individuals we know are struggling, baking something special for a friend, and the list is endless.

It doesn’t have to involve much money. We can give the powerful gift of self on a daily basis, much like Heather does.

Maybe if we all asked ourselves how we could make a difference in this world of ours, it may help to shift the energy to one of love and caring.

How will you make a difference?

Merry Christmas!

Carole Fawcett is a registered professional counsellor and clinical hypnotherapist. She can be reached atwww.amindfulconnection.com

Search begins for good citizen Morning Star Staff

The search is on for Greater Vernon’s good citizen.

Junior Chamber International is now accepting nominations for Vernon’s 2011 Good Citizen of the Year.

“This award is given annually to celebrate and recognize an individual’s efforts in, and contributions to, our community,” said Laura Code, Good

Citizen committee chairperson.

Nominations can be e-mailed to jcivernong o o d c i t i ze n @ g m a i l . com or dropped off at Illusions Hair & Body (7-2601 Highway 6 by Tim Hortons) or Sierra Water Treatment (2001 48th Ave.).

“The committee is asking that all nominations include a letter describing why the person you’re nomi-

nating should receive this award and their contributions, as well as the nominator’s contact information,” said Code.

The nomination deadline is Jan. 9.

The recipient will be surprised with the award during the week of Jan. 23.

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Cattle roamed free and spent much of their time in a half-wild state. The only way to handle these wild range cattle was on horseback, for a man on foot was at the mercy of their sharp horns Ken Mather and pounding feet.

The working cow horses of the early years were small, seldom over 14 hands high and no more than 600 pounds in weight, but powerful. They could run all day and then kick off the hat of their rider at night. They were descended from the Barb horse of North Africa that the Moors had brought to fight in Spain in 711.

Unlike the bulky powerful horses of northern Europe, these horses, bred in the hot dry countryside of North Africa and Andalusia, were lean, sinewy and active.

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hot plains made the small lean horses even more wiry.

The hundreds of horses that escaped into the wild thrived in the plains and mountains of the south and, in their wild state, grew as fleet as deer and strong as oxen. Generation after generation of horses lost flesh and gained “wind.”

What they lost in beauty they made up for in utility. They were made for running and quick turns with their lungs built from generations of clean air, hearts of centuries of freedom and stomachs of years of dry feed.

These superbly conditioned horses moved northward from Texas onto the plains and from California into the mountains and wet climate of the northwest.

In Oregon and the Great Basin area the horses changed subtly, becoming stockier and heavier, perhaps due to the influence of the FrenchNorman horses brought to the area by the FrenchCanadian fur traders. On the ranges of the northwest, the wild horses generally became known as a “cayuses,” a term unknown in the south or east of the Rockies.

It derived from the Native Cayuse people in eastern Washington and Oregon who were noted for their expert horsemanship and careful breeding of these small, strong horses.

The term came north with the early drovers and miners and came to refer to any wild horse that could be broken for ranch work. Over time, the use spread east of the Rocky Mountains but in the early days it appears to have been unique to the northwest.

Ken Mather is curator at O’Keefe Ranch.

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Hard work by a group of Enderby volunteers has paid off for several other volunteer groups.

Santa’s Workshop recently handed out cheques to local nonprofit groups after divvying up the proceeds from five shopping sprees.

“Cheques of $1,200 went to Family Place and the Enderby food bank while the Rocky Mountain Rangers Army Cadet Corps, A.L. Fortune Secondary School dry grad and the break-

“The shopping events went very well.”

— Bonnie Smith fast/lunch programs at Grindrod, Ashton Creek and M.V. Beattie elementary schools each received $200,” said Bonnie Smith, Santa’s Workshop co-ordinator.

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Items in the sale were donated over a period of weeks and fixed, cleaned and made ready for sale by a dedicated cadre of volunteers.

“The shopping events went very well,” said Smith.

“Santa’s Workshop has offered kids an opportunity to shop on their own for over a decade and this year was hard work but great fun as usual.”

A special raffle held during the Kids Only Shopping Spree resulted in three happy youngsters.

Kathelyn Maw won a hand-made doll in a chair, Gracie took home a 1970s Jet Setter doll and Bowen O’Brian received a hand-made wooden rocking horse.

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Do two good deeds at once by donating a non-perishable food item when donating blood at Vernon blood donor clinics this holiday season.

In December, Canadian Blood Services will need 9,750 blood donors to give blood at clinics across the province, and Food Banks British Columbia will need enough food to feed 70,000 people.

“The needs of both the blood bank and the food bank are great,” says Ed Yee, Director of Donor & Clinic Services for the B.C. and Yukon region of Canadian Blood Services.

“But by rallying together, British Columbians can help fill up both of these banks at blood donor clinics across the province this December.”

Bleed and Feed food collection boxes will be at the front reception desk at all B.C. blood donor clinics until Dec. 31.

Food collected at each clinic will go to that community’s local food bank.

In Vernon, food collected will be donated to the Vernon Salvation Army.

“We’re thrilled that Canadian Blood Services is partnering with us for a second year in a row,” says Don Armstrong, president of Food Banks British Columbia.

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Blood is not only needed for trauma victims over the holiday season, but for patients undergoing chemotherapy treatments, cardiac surgeries and organ transplants – procedures that all routinely take place around the Christmas and New Year’s holidays.

Donation appointments are still available at Vernon blood donor clinics, which take place at Trinity United Church, 3300 Alexis Park Dr., on Dec. 21 from 1 to 6 p.m., Dec. 22 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Dec. 23 from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m.

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So says Premier Christy Clark, whose visit to Penticton Monday was spent answering questions from the media about the proposed Okanagan prison facility, and what was taking her government so long to make a decision.

“It’s still in planning work. It’s working its way through Treasury Board and some of those government processes right now. It’s taken longer than we’d anticipated for two reasons.,” she said.

“First, it’s a huge capital project in what is a very tough economy. As economies of the world have really gone south, we’ve been very carefully considering every dollar that we spend. It’s a very big project.”

Pursuing a prison are Lumby, Summerland, the Penticton Indian Band and the Osoyoos Indian Band.

Clark dismissed the idea that the HST referendum resulted in delays on the prison project.

“Overall, it’s fair to say that the HST has had an impact on the budget. There’s no question about it.

There’s $1.6 billion we have to pay back to the federal government. So that’s having an impact across government,” she said.

“But we’re working our way through it. We’re looking at government with the knowledge of the HST having an impact, but way, way, way more importantly what is going on in the world economy.

“That is the biggest challenge B.C. faces economically, and we are at the moment a safe harbour for jobs and job creation. But we will not remain a safe harbour if government starts going out spending irresponsibly. If we’re not a safe harbour anymore, then we’re not attracting investment and losing jobs, not creating them. That’s the equation we’re trying to put together.”

When asked when residents could anticipate the government’s decision, Clark only offered “soon.”

“You’ll get a final decision soon. I wish I could be more specific than that,” she said.

The other element holding back a decision, she said, was the volume of material submitted by citizens reflecting their opinions on the project.

“I’m feeding that knowledge into our decision because if you want to open up government and you believe in letting people have a say, which I do, you listen to people’s views before you make a decision,” she said.

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Region sparkles from above ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff

Mike Biden salivates at the sites he sees in the North Okanagan.

Especially thousands of feet up in the air As a private pilot with a hankering for photography, Biden has captured 77 amazing shots with his Nikon from the front of his Cessna 172, and put them in a selfpublished book titled North Okanagan Above.

“I drool at what I see,” said Biden, a Penticton resident who grew up an air force brat and who has lived all over the world.

“I thought, ‘How selfish am I, here I am going around, burning up gas, seeing what I see.’ How can you describe something like this to people?

The North Okanagan is so stunning, it’s amazing.”

So, over the past year, Biden would get up at 5 a.m., head to the Penticton Airport, do a walk around of his Cessna and launch at 6 a.m., and be over “his targets” at 7 a.m.

“That’s when the magic light comes up, the sun is rising, and that’s how I get the stunning colours popping off the page,” said Biden, who has served more than 30 years as a ground Search and Rescue technician, rescue diver and Search and Rescue pilot.

North Okanagan Above includes amazing shots of lakes including

Kalamalka, Okanagan, Wood and Mara, the Shuswap River, Predator Ridge, Sparkling Hill Resort, O’Keefe Ranch, the Spallumcheen valley, all as seen by Biden from the air.

“What I saw was so astonishing, I could not believe the beauty of the Okanagan,” said Biden.

“It’s like a jewel of the earth.”

One of the photos of Kal Lake shows a boat out on the water for an early morning spin, leaving behind a quartermile wake. There were no other boats on the water, and no wind.

There are also photos

of the Shuswap region, the Monashee mountains near Revelstoke, and includes Kelowna photos of Big White, Myra Canyon and its famous Kettle Valley Railway trestles in winter, and the William R. Bennett Bridge, which is used for the book’s cover.

The bridge, said Biden, is used as kind of a regional border. One of his three other books - Okanagan Above - goes from Kelowna south. His new project goes from the bridge north to the Monashees.

Okanagan Above sold 4,000 copies in one-anda-half years. His new

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“I’ve sold 2,200 books in three months,” smiled Biden, a 30-year photography buff who has also released books with Penticton ties (The Penticton Fire of 1994 and Ironman Canada Triathlon – the Pain and the Glory).

North Okanagan Above is available in Vernon at Bookland, or by calling Biden at 250486-2112, or e-mailing him at mikebiden@shaw. ca.

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I’ll Be Home For Christmas is a new community initiative involving a group of caring business who wanted to help a deserving person or family in need, especially during the Holiday Season as costs for most households increase.

It is designed for those who might be considered the ‘working poor,’ who have had a setback due to medical reasons or other life situations that make it tough to get through the month of December.

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Each year in time for Christmas, a group of locally-owned businesses willing to sponsor the event will be looking for referrals of deserving persons or families to be award the gift of FREE RENT, to a maximum of $750. The person or family will not apply. This will be a surprise gift!

“Vernon is still a small town. I believe it is important for local businesses to help out local people when they can.”

“ We understand the value of having a home, and very much wanted to be part of this community building initiative.”

“ The idea of helping a local family in need, especially at Christmas, was very appealing. It’s just the right thing to do!”

“It’s not just about building homes…. it is about building communities.”

“Nixon Wenger is thrilled to support such an obviously worthwhile initiative.”

The 2010 I’ll Be Home for Christmas recipient was a single working mom holding down two part time jobs. She faced a substantial rent increase when she had to vacate the apartment she had been living in for several years.

It was demolished to make room for the new hospital parking lot.

Here is what she had to say: “It was the best gift I could ever have received and it came at no better time.

I thank all the companies that sponsored this. On behalf of my girls and I, we wish to thank you all.

It was a Merry Christmas.”

“We know how financially demanding this time of year can be and we are pleased to help support a family in our community.”

“Helping neighbours is what makes Christmas merry.”

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“Our goal is to ‘pay it forward’ to build a better future for individuals in our community.”

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“Vernon is such an amazing community and gave to my family in our time of need, so I feel it is important to give back to Vernon!”

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Besides his earliest childhood memory, The Morning Star asked Greg Sczebel to share some of his other Christmas memories. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s how he responded: MS: What is a gift that you received that you still use?

GS: I got some Aveda aftershave a few years ago. I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t remember exactly when, but it still smells good.

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a memory that has been passed down through the years from parent to parent, but Greg Sczebel is still reminded of the time he almost received a lump of coal in his Christmas stocking.

He was four years old and his mother was pregnant with his younger sister. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My mom put up the tree and decorated it.

She was a perfectionist about it. Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d usually just let me put the candy canes up. Anyway, my dad and I were wrestling on the ground and we knocked the Christmas tree over.â&#x20AC;?

Sweeping up pine needles and putting broken ornaments away may have not been the perfect way to start the holidays, but since he was a boy, Sczebel has loved Christmas. And itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s obvious when listening to the Salmon Arm pop/soul artistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest single, Perfect (Merry Little Christmas).

The song talks about finding the perfect tree (perhaps an homage to that early memory) and evokes other warm and toasty images about the holiday season. And not long ago, the song shot up the charts like a star adorning one of those decked-out spruces.

Perfect climbed to the number four position on the iTunes Holiday Charts two days after it was released to Canadian radio and online retailers in early November. The song sat comfortably â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C; for one day â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C; right in between singles by Justin Bieber and Michael BublĂŠ.

The song was actually recorded a year ago in L.A and was originally intended to be used for a commercial for Payless Shoes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The premise was this girl walking down the street in New York looking for the perfect shoes. I wanted to preserve the awe and wonder of Christmas time and the moments that make it special,â&#x20AC;? said Sczebel, adding that when the single didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t end up being used for the commercial, he decided to wait to release it.

And heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s glad he did. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had a great response on radio across Canada, and the success from downloading, I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t expect that at all. It went through Facebook and Twitter, and the next day it went to number 11. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been telling friends and so forth to get the song back up the charts.â&#x20AC;?

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Currently touring with country star Paul Brandt on keyboards and backing vocals, Sczebel is about to spread his Christmas spirit around the Okanagan.

He stops by Vernon next week to give a concert at the Powerhouse Theatre, and says the show will be chock â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; block with holiday

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And it will be a bit of a change from the countrified Christmas music he has been serving with Brandt, whom he first appeared with as a special guest performer on CMTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Paul Brandtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Christmas in Banff in 2006, joining his band two years later. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am not particularly a country artist but I appreciate it, and touring with Paul has been a blast. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve gone from Ontario to Edmonton to Abbotsford on this tour and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking at touring together again in the spring,â&#x20AC;? said Sczebel, adding heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s had to learn to balance his time between touring with Brandt and his own career. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I did not set out to be a touring musician, my goal has been to do my own music. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great working with Paul as heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s so supportive about what I do and helps me expand my platform.â&#x20AC;?

Sczebel has done pretty well at that on

his own too. A two-time Juno award winner for Contemporary Christian/Gospel Album of the Year, his funky, soul sound, heard at many Canada Day events here in Vernon, has reached a broad audience.

His last CD, Love & The Lack Thereof, culminated in a number of hit singles, including Causinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; a Commotion heard on radio across the country.

Sczebel also swept the B.C. Interior Music Awards this year, losing only one of the nine categories he was nominated for to Vernonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Andrew Allen.

Besides digital downloads, Sczebel attributes a lot of his success to the accessibility fans now have to the musicians. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There used to be an artist/fan gap before.

(Musicians) were untouchable. Now to stay relevant, you have to open up the forum and stay in tune with fans. Facebook gives a whole new dynamic to music we never had before.

Ask any artist, without fans, you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have anything.â&#x20AC;?

Between splitting his time between home in Salmon Arm and on the road, Sczebel makes a number of visits to Nashville and L.A. every year to work with producers and write songs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s like if you want to get into software, you have to go to Silicon Valley. If you want to get into music, you go to Nashville, L.A., or maybe New York. If you get out of the scene for a year, you can be out completely,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Canada will always be my home, but I think at this definitive point of my career, I have to spend more time down there, and get my songs cut by other artists. Canada still has great opportunities and has shown me so much support though.â&#x20AC;?

Sczebel has also been in talks about his next album, and plans to head to Nashville after the holidays to do some more writing. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was in Nashville in September and have been writing for a while. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m going back in January and will be doing some demos, writing and recording, so weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll see what happens in a year from now,â&#x20AC;? he said.

Sczebelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Simply Having A Wonderful Christmastime Okanagan tour features his band, including Vernon drummer Dan Oldfield, and special guest artists, Raquel Warchol and Jon Buller.

Doors to the Powerhouse open Wednesday at 7 p.m. with music starting at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $17 in advance at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca, or $20 at the door with a non-perishable item for the local food bank.

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e had to wait a long time to see Whimsy the white Welsh pony-thoroughbred appear in The Gift Horse at Caravan Farm Theatre’s winter offering this year.

But, when she finally stepped gracefully into the moonlight, everyone felt the wait was well worth it. Her beauty evoked sighs of wonder.

Until her entrance, moonlit magic came in the form of The Moon herself (Sarah May Redmond) who entered glitteringly through the window of a drab farmhouse inhabited by a poor, childless couple, Jun (Tim Machin) Christine Pilgrim and Rina (Rachel Johnston).

Redmond’s stylized panache brought light-hearted eloquence to the dourness which had hung over the events until then. And who could blame Jun and Rina for their dull sadness? They’d just been turned down for adoption. They had no money and nothing left to sell. It promised to be a bleak Christmas indeed.

But The Moon saved the day, or in this case, the night. She presented the couple with a beautiful baby girl moon child on the proviso that she be returned on her 18th birthday.

And there lies the conflict in the play.

Audiences will have to don long johns and toques, warm coats and boots and tote travel blankets and cushions along the highways and byways to the outdoor theatre in Armstrong if they want to know more.

It’s become a tradition in our household to ride the sleighs at Caravan’s mystical outdoor theatre and to witness the magic created, not just by actors, directors, writers and designers, but by volunteer theatre enthusiasts too, serving hot toddies of alcoholic and non-alcoholic content, tending the huge bonfire, hanging twinkling Christmas lights and singing in the sleighs as they jingle through the snow.

At opening night this year there was but a mere dusting of the pretty white stuff, so sleighs were replaced by straw-bale-laden wagons. No one minded. The horses were as elegant and docile as ever and everyone sang carols as we trotted from scene to scene. One gentleman on our wagon sang It is the Holly – a little known Celtic carol that brought home the spirit of Christmas perfectly.

Because The Gift Horse, co-written with Erin Mathews and directed by Caravan’s artistic director Courtenay Dobbie, is based on a Japanese folk tale, Erin Macklem created costumes with an oriental flavour. And Agnes Tong, a fine, beautiful

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actor of Asian descent, was cast as the moon child Suki.

Adam Underwood, playing Harvey (a gormless official from the adoption agency), as well as Suki’s high school friend and potential love interest Tadashi, added comedy flair with an overthe-top naivety founded in down-to-earth truth.

He was easy to enjoy and his entrances (and exits) always jollied proceedings along.

Those wishing to enhance their Christmas experience had better book tickets quickly if they’re to catch The Gift Horse this year.

We’re going again on Boxing Day. That should speak for itself.

According to the farm, there are still some dates available to see The Gift Horse at Caravan, and tickets can be booked at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca.

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here are a lot of people in the movie New Year’s Eve. I mean, a lot. Like, it’s far too crowded to term this thing an ensemble piece, because the word ensemble doesn’t begin to describe this bloated assembly of famous faces.

This isn’t a cast, it’s a small country.

And if sub-plots were ice cream, we’d be watching Baskin Jason Armstrong Robbins.

I almost hate to list all of the stars involved; this column isn’t big enough. Suffice to say, there are a ton of Hollywood players here. Some are screen veterans, some are up-andcomers. Some are Oscar winners, some are Jim Belushi.

And, unfortunately, that old adage “the more, the merrier” gets trampled by the party-horn blowin’ mob here because New Year’s Eve is an awful film –– a disjointed, unfunny, sentimentally manipulative mess of a sequel.

Yeah, I said sequel. This is a follow up to Garry Marshall’s Valentine’s Day. Only it has nothing to do with that 2009 comedy. Well, except for the overcrowded cast list, the clunky transitions between a traffic jam of sub-plots, the sloppy weaving together of the aforementioned vignettes, the rotten scriptwriting, and the forced emotional goo on the home stretch.

In other words – different date on the calendar, different characters, but same soapy blueprint.

Oh, where to start? Well, New Year’s Eve obviously takes place on Dec. 31.

Michelle Pfeiffer plays a frazzled assistant at a record company that complies a list of resolutions to accomplish before the clock strikes 2012, and employs charming bicycle courier Zack Efron to assist her, promising some tickets to the Big Apple’s swankiest New Year’s bash as a reward.

Performing at that bash is a rock ‘n’ roll star, played by Jon Bon Jovi (little stretch on casting there, huh?), while

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Modern Family’s Sofia Vergara, with Katherine Heigl, is one of the many actors who has a small role to play in Garry Marshall’s follow up to Valentine’s Day, New Year’s Eve. the head chef for the event is Katherine Heigl, his ex-girlfriend, who, when she takes a break from prepping the gourmet appies, has a serious bone to pick with Mr. Good Hair. Sofia Vergara and Russell Peters play Heigl’s kitchen help, i.e. comic relief in the spare 20 or 30 seconds when Marshall can squeeze in a joke.

Over at the Empire State Building, Hilary Swank heads up a team responsible for the big ball dropping at midnight.

Over at the local hospital, Robert DeNiro is a dying man who only wants to make it to12 a.m. to see the big ball drop, despite the fact that nurse Halle Berry and doctor Cary Elwes think it’s doubtful.

Over at some apartment building, cranky party pooper Ashton Kutcher is stuck in an elevator with a backup singer, Glee’s Lea Michele, who just wants to get to work.

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to be in Times Square to get her midnight kiss. Josh Duhamel, on his way to a supposed dream date, has car trouble and has to hitch a ride to NYC. SNL’s Seth Meyers and Jessica Biel play a young couple who are out to beat all other expectant parents for the crown of first baby of the New Year, a title that comes with a significant cash prize. And, uh, geez, I dunno, I think there are two or three more, but I’m running out space anyway.

These characters aren’t necessarily unlikable, but they’re impossible to embrace because we don’t know them.

And we don’t know them, because there’s not enough time to do so. There are too many things going on and so many things wrong with New Year’s Eve, I can’t recommend it. Unless you really, really, really loved Valentine’s Day. I don’t quite get you, but here ya go, a holiday treat.

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Live Wire ART SHOWS BREW GALLERY 3202 31st Ave., inside the Bean to Brew Coffee House, next to the Vernon Public Art Gallery. The main gallery now features compelling photographs, both natural and staged, offering subject matter to engage the viewer emotionally. Exhibiting artists are Barbara Bryant, Dominik Dlouhy, Douglas Lee, Jackie Lowrie, and Christiane Molendyk. In the Fireside Room are Intuitive Paintings by Satyama Lasby. Both run to Dec. 30.

CHERRYVILLE ARTISANS SHOP 1187 Hwy. 6, Cherryville, 5470020. Featuring locally-made jewelry, handcrafts, art and more. Shop hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 17 to 24 or call for an appointment.

COATCHECK GALLERY Vernon Performing Arts Centre, lower lobby. New exhibition, The Miracle of Light, featuring work by members of the Federation of Canadian Artists North Okanagan chapter, is on display until March. Art can be viewed by ticket holders to shows at the Performing Arts Centre.

GALLERY ODIN 215 Odin Rd. Silver Star Mountain, 503-0822.

Work by 29 B.C. artists is showcased in Gallery Odin’s 10th anniversary winter exhibition. Regular hours are 1 to 6 p.m. Wednesday and Saturdays, or call the gallery to make an appointment.

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Currently on display is From the Crayon Box: an exhibition of children’s art, and By the Book, which celebrates both writers and visual artists in the region. Also check out Gift: Re-Gift, the gallery’s annual fundraiser with lots of treasures both used and new, and artist wares.

HEADBONES GALLERY 6700 Old Kamloops Rd., 250-542-8987.

Afar Per Se, featuring the paintings of Lumby artist Amar from Afar and Diane Feught, continues to Dec. 31 and is open for viewing Tuesday through Saturday from noon until 6 p.m.

KALAMALKA VERTIGO Kalamalka Campus of Okanagan College.

Figurative Play, the work of Kelowna-based artist Tina Siddiqui, presenting a collection of figurative works done in a variety of mediums, is currently on display.

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Nadine’s annual winter show features a number of Okanagan artists showing everything from abstract work with wonderful colour and texture and beautiful realistic landscapes. The gallery also has local winter scenes, Silver Star/Sovereign, suitable for gift giving. The new show is also available for viewing at www.nadinesfineart.com until mid-January.

VERNON COMMUNITY ARTS CENTRE 2704A Hwy 6 in Polson Park, (250) 542-6243.The centre presents its annual artisan show and sale featuring 30 of the North Okanagan’s finest artisans. Artsolutely runs from now to Dec. 23, Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

VERNON PUBLIC ART GALLERY 3228 31st. Ave., 545-3173. In the Topham Brown gallery is Fern Helfand’s About Looking; Wayne LaRiviere’s Shadow Seeker and the Sookinchoot Centre for Aboriginal Youth’s Made From Memory are in the In-Front and Education rooms, while the gallery’s annual members exhibition, Visual Vernacular, is in the Caroline Galbraith gallery. All exhibitions will be up until Dec. 21.

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Show starts at 9 p.m. with special guests The Naked Grape. tunes, including his own hit Perfect (Merry Little Christmas) and other originals, with special guests Raquel Warchol and Jon Buller at Powerhouse Theatre Wednesday. The show is for all ages. Doors open at 7 p.m. Starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $17 in advance at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, ticketseller.ca, or $20 at the door. Bring a non-perishable food item.

A CHRISTMAS TO REMEMBER Jodi Pederson and Leah West with special guests, Windmills, and members of the Kalamalka Choir take the stage at Powerhouse Dec. 23, 8 to 10 p.m. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 each, available at Joie Bistro (located in the Prestige Inn) and Wentworth Music in Vernon & Kelowna. Tickets also available at the door.

JINGLE BASS 13th Floor Entertainment Inc. presents this holiday event at Monashees Bar & Grill, featuring local DJ talent and hometown heroes: JPod: The Beat Chef, Dee Bass and The Electrofunkers, Dec 23. Event pre-sale tickets are $6, $10 at the door, available at: Monashees Bar & Grill and The Downtown Internet Lounge in Vernon.

FILMS BANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL Vernon Search and Rescue’s earlier screening this month was another sell-out and planning is underway for two more screenings at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Dec. 28 and 29 at 7 p.m. with very different programs. Both screenings will include Banff winner, The Freedom Chair, featuring Vernon’s own Paralympic medalist Josh Dueck who will be present to do the prize draws. All tickets are $20 at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, ticketseller.ca.

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THE NUTCRACKER Canadian School of Ballet, with Ballet Kelowna and the Alexandra Babbel Vocal Academy, presents this holiday classic based on the E.T.A. Hoffman story, The Nutcracker and the Mouse King, and set to the music of Tchaikovsky. Takes the stage at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre, tonight at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday at 2 p.m. Tickets are $31.25/adult, $24.25 senior/student, $22.25/ children 12 and under at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca.

TAPESTRY Women’s Choir performs Sunday at 1:30 p.m. and at 4 p.m. at Centennial Theatre in Armstrong with special guests, violinist Jane Russell and writer Chris McMahen. Tickets are $10 (includes refreshments) available at The Brown Derby Café in Armstrong (250546-8221), or Hungry Jacks Café in Enderby.

OKANAGAN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA presents Ringing In The Season Sunday at 7 p.m. The symphony will be joined by handbell ringers from throughout the valley to perform carols from Silver Bells to Jingle Bells, while the symphony will perform selections from Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker as well as Henczel’s Christmas Concerto for Marimba & Orchestra. Tickets are at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca.

GREG SCZEBEL The Salmon Arm soul/pop singer, who has been touring with Paul Brandt, performs some of his favourite Christmas

ACOUSTIC JAM 605 Knight Ave., Enderby. Open circle jam every Thursday at 7 p.m. Share your talents. For more info call 306-3688.

ARMSTRONG HOTEL Rosie’s Pub, 2715 Pleasant Valley Blvd., Armstrong 546-6642. Thursday and Saturdays are jam nights starting at 8 p.m. with host Dan Engelland. No cover charge.

ARMSTRONG INN 3400 Smith Dr., 546-3056. Karaoke with Brenda every Saturday at 8 p.m.

BLUEGRASS JAMS Vernon Community Arts Centre, Polson Park.

The bluegrass jams happen every second and fourth Wednesday of the month. Start time is 7 p.m., $3 drop in fee. For more information, call Sid at 250-549-1024.

BLUE OX PUB Hwy 6 Lumby. Friday night rocking, country, blues jam starting at 9 p.m. The first Lumby Ukulele Christmas Jam takes place at the Blue Ox Dec. 23 during the regular Friday night jam at approx. 10 p.m. More info at www.RauckOn.com.

BRANDING IRON PUB 3445 Okanagan St., Armstrong, 5460044. Starting Dec. 23 at 8:30 p.m. is Superstar DJ Karaoke Everyone welcome.

CLIFFS BISTRO AND BAKERY 409 Cliff Ave., by the bridge in Enderby, 838-2328. Open mic, first and third Wednesday of the month all year long. Come out, bring your voice, bring your acoustic instruments or come out to listen!

ENDERBY INN 707 Cliff Ave, 838-7100, (Enderby). Every Friday and Saturday night, Oakey Doakey Karaoke, with Jeff, starts at 8:30 p.m. and goes to 1 a.m.

FORTUNES LANDING/HOWARD JOHNSON 1510 George St. Enderby, 838-6825. Karaoke with Brenda Galbraith every Wednesday night starting at 7 p.m.

EAGLES HALL 5101 25th Ave. 542-3003. Karaoke with Brenda is every Friday starting at 8 p.m.

JUNCTION CAFE 2410 Pleasant Valley Blvd., Armstrong, 546-6355.

The acoustic-style open mic, hosted by Rory, takes place every Friday from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Bring your instrument and/or voice. Open to music, poetry, story-telling, comedy. Family-friendly evening. Limited seating so come out early and sign up when you arrive. Music out in the courtyard; “weather permitting.”

JOIE BISTRO 4411 32nd St. Vernon (located in the Prestige Inn) 250309-3803. Open Mic Night takes place this Sunday only from 6 to 8 p.m. hosted by Jodi Pederson.

LONGHORN PUB 4513 25th Ave., 542-922ß2. Spotlight Karaoke DJ Entertainment every Wednesday from 8 p.m. to midnight. Friday is DJ music. Saturday is country DJ music. Sunday is an open mic jam session, 19-plus.

TALKIN’ DONKEY 3923 32nd St, 545-2286. Open mic open to everyone, Wednesday nights starting at 7:30 p.m. Sign up sheet available at the coffee shop.

TORO’S PUB 1220 Kalamalka Lake Rd, 545-7856. Thursday night is karaoke with Anita. Come out and show your talent.

VERNON ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 25 4609 29th St., behind the Fast Lane Car Wash. Sunday jam with Larry and Friends starts at 2 p.m.

MUSIC IN THE PUBS/CLUBS ARMSTRONG INN 3400 Smith Dr., 546-3056. The Les Copeland Trio, featuring Vernon guitarist Copeland whose style ranges from Mississippi Delta to jazz, Celtic folk and Piedmont picking, plays tonight. $5 cover.

ARMY, NAVY, AIR FORCE CLUB 2500 - 46th Ave, 542-3277.

Tonight is music by Don Herting.

GALLERY VERTIGO Suite 1 - 3001 31st St. Vernon, 503-2297.

The gallery is presenting noon hour concerts every Friday. Bring a lunch, sit back and enjoy the musical stylings of some of Vernon’s hottest performers. Admission is by donation. Today is the singersongwriter-guitar stylings of Jayme McKillop.

LORENZO’S CAFE 901 Mabel Lake Rd. (8 km east of Enderby), 838-6700. Dec. 23 is The Sorcerer of Guitar and his Apprentices, featuring Vernon guitar teacher/musician Neil Fraser, and his former students Jacob Verberg and Alexander Flock, with bassist Bill Lockie.

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 25 VERNON 4609 29th St., behind the Fast Lane Car Wash. Tonight and Saturday is Rutland City Limits.

SNEAKERS SPORTS BAR in the Village Green Hotel, 5423321. Saturday is The Dirt live at Sneakers with special guests. 9 p.m. start. No cover. Dec. 23 is Darby Mills with the Young’uns.

Tickets are available at Sneakers. $10 in advance. Limited seating. $12 at the door - first come, first serve.

SQUIRES FOUR PUB 6301 Stickle Rd., on the Swan Lake Auto Mile, 549-2144. Squires Four now features Saturday night jazz.

This weekend is singer Amanda Morazain with Jim Johnston on piano and Brian McMahon on bass.

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Live Wire MUSIC PUBS/CLUBS VERNON JAZZ CLUB 3000 31st St. Saturday is the B3 Kings featuring Cory Weeds on saxes and vocalist/drummer Denzal Sinclaire playing funky festive jazz at its finest. Doors open at 7:15 p.m. Starts at 8 p.m. $20 non-members, $15 for members. Tickets (cash only) at the Bean Scene and Bean to Cup.

NEW YEAR’S EVE BRANDING IRON PUB 3445 Okanagan St., Armstrong, 546-0044. Band Straight Up performs from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. New Year’s Eve. $10/ person includes free champagne, party favours and free appies at midnight. Phone to reserve tickets or get them at the door.

KOMASKET NEW YEAR’S EVE DANCE PARTY Vancouver’s funk and groove band Five Alarm Funk and Nelson world beat master deejay Adham Shaikh, with Vernon’s own Sound-Splash!, perform for this Komasket Music Festival fundraiser, Dec. 31 at the Vernon Recreation Centre auditorium. Doors open at 8 p.m. Tickets are $35 available at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca.

THE KING OF HEARTS It’s Vernon’s most popular and finest New Year’s Eve dinner and dance at the Schubert Centre, Vernon. Join the King of Hearts (formerly The Kings) for an exceptional evening of dining and dancing. Doors open at 6 p.m. for cocktails, 7:30 p.m. four-course award winning meal, 9 p.m. dance into 2012 with the greatest hits of all time. Tickets are $45 per person or a table of eight are $360. Call Dawn at 250-545-7777 or Jack 250-558-6792 for more information and reservations. (Purchase tickets at the Vernon Schubert Centre ASAP, this event

sells out every year.)

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 25 VERNON 4609 29th St., behind the Fast Lane Car Wash. Dec 31 is a New Year’s Eve party featuring music by John Noren. Tickets are $25.

Doors open at 7 p.m.

SNEAKERS SPORTS BAR in the Village Green Hotel, 542-3321. New Year’s Eve is a Back East Bash with local Celtic rockers Cod Gone Wild. $20 per person. Tickets are at Sneakers. Party favours, champagne, balloon drop, midnight munchies.

VERNON JAZZ CLUB 3000 31st St. Spend New Year’s Eve with Kath and the TomKats playing their sultry jazz, smoky blues, and rockin’ R&B with an opening set by Our Kids Have Talent finalist, boogie woogie pianist Brandon Schmor at 8:15 p.m. Tickets are $50, available at the Bean Scene and Bean to Cup, includes delicious appetizers served throughout the evening, hats and party favours and a complimentary glass of champagne at midnight.

director Courtenay Dobbie. Show runs now to Dec. 31. (No shows Dec 19, 24, & 25.)

Tickets/info available at the Ticket Seller, 5497469, www.ticketseller.ca.

UPCOMING MAMMA MIA Vernon Community Music School’s Glee Club presents the ABBA music that inspired the award winning stage play Mamma Mia in music, song and dance at the Powerhouse Theatre Jan. 6 and 7 at 8 p.m. and Jan. 8 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $25, available at the Ticket Seller (549-7469, www.ticketseller. ca) with proceeds going towards the Vernon Community Music School’s Sound Foundation Capital Campaign.

BALLET VICTORIA’S CINDERELLA Ballet Victoria returns this year with a humorous version of an endearing fairy tale set to Prokofiev’s magical score. Set in Victoria circa 1930, Cinderella is a very entertaining work for the whole family.

It takes the stage at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Jan. 14 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $30/adult, $27/senior, $25/student, $5/eyeGO at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca.

COUNTERPOINT CHOIR Looking for that special stocking stuffer this Christmas for a music lover on your list? Tickets for Songs from Heaven & Earth are now available for the Jan. 28 concerts at Knox Presbyterian Church, 3701-32nd Ave. at 1:30 and 7 p.m. Counterpoint Choir, conducted by Coreen Smith and accompanied by Dyan Cornies, also welcomes a special guest soloist and additional musical performers. Tickets are $10 for adults and free for children under 12 and are available from Shear Dimensions and at the door. For further info, contact Cynthia Markson at 250 545-1505.

THEATRE IT’S SNOWING ON SALTSPRING Powerhouse Theatre presents this holiday family comedy written by Nicola Cavendish and directed by Dave Sayer. Continues tonight and Saturday at 8 p.m., with a matinée Sunday at 2 p.m.

Tickets are at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, ticketseller.ca.

THE GIFT HORSE Caravan Farm Theatre presents its annual winter sleigh ride show with this original, magical family holiday tale about unconditional love, redemption and learning to appreciate the true value of life’s most precious gifts. Co-written (with Erin Mathews) and directed by Caravan’s artistic

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He may be a ranting and jig dancing crazy man on TV, but it’s on the stage where Ron James really thrives.

One of Canada’s busiest and best-selling comedians, James is returning to Vernon in 2012 with a new gut-bustingly, knee-slappingly funny 90-minute rant.

With five television comedy specials under his belt, James has since made a weekly appearance in his own self-titled show, which is in its third successful season on CBC-TV. From Mac-savvy 20-something tattooed techno-geeks to the midlife angst of whiny, aging Baby Boomers, James weaves a verbal tapestry of trademark laughs that audiences and media alike Ron James have endorsed from coast to coast.

Whether it’s our national blood sport of contemporary politics, or family stories from the 1960s, where dreams of making the NHL are squandered on Pee Wee league hand-me-down hockey skates with buckles on them a leprechaun would wear, or a frightening forest encounter with a nostrildrooling bull moose that gets him babbling in a Cro-Magnon tongue he never knew he was fluent in, James’ live show has something for everyone.

Tickets to see Ron James live at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre May 10 are now on sale at the Ticket Seller box office. All seats are $54 and can be ordered by calling 549-7469 or online at www.ticketseller.ca.

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Maybe adjusting to personnel change is one of the band’s strengths because Anthony Kiedis, Flea and Chad Smith have tweaked their style to a noticeable departure from their usual rock/funk psychedelia smorgasbord.

Klinghoffer’s textural semieffected style is less riff-oriented than Frusciante’s, and he plays hide and seek with Flea and Smith’s cleaner-thanusual pared down attack.

Kiedis still sounds like Kiedis, but the band’s affinity for introspective moods on the album allows him to have his way with some soulful ballads.

Brendan’s Death Song and Police Station rank up near the top, if not at the top of RHCP’s mellower, more melodic output. These songs elevate this album to a higher ground, so to speak.

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But there’s also Rick Rubin back Dean Gordon-Smith on the scene as the ideal hands-off producer. These seem to be inspirations for the group as they reinvent the wheel on their way to California. Yes, the word California isn’t used as a lyric or song title. L.A. is ref-

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Keyboards make their appearance as well, further expanding the palette that the group finds new solace in. But there’s always the familiar brash romps that the Peppers have trademarked, here appearing as Factory of Faith and Ethiopia. Any album by these guys wouldn’t be the same without.

On tracks like The Adventures of Rain Dance Maggie, the band sounds both sparse and dense, achieving a refinement of the two that signals a subtle stylistic approach. This clarity of performance gives an illusion of simplicity that reflects that groups use of space – it’s a clean sounding recording.

Did I Let You Know is evidence of their growth, a beautiful track buried midway through the album that leaps out with muted energy, a heads-up sign of the exploratory spirit the Peppers reveal on I’m With You.

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Those looking for a Christmas present idea for someone who has everything may want to purchase a ticket for the Scotch Malt Whisky Tasting taking place at Okanagan Spirits

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Star in 2009. “I realized there was a lot of interest in malt whiskies here, but I found there was still quite a lack of knowledge.

“The selection of Scotch malt whiskies available on the market can be intimidating.

This is your chance to unwind, explore different tastes, discover your favourite dram and have a great time.”

Tickets for the Scotch Malt Whisky Tasting are $60 each and can be purchased from Okanagan Spirits, located at 2920 28th Ave. in downtown Vernon.

“If giving this as a present, gift vouchers for this event can also be purchased in advance,” said Ferguson, adding tickets are limited.

For more information, contact Ferguson at tasteofscotland@telus.net.

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Dinosaur Day, Pony Party, Spy Academy, and a vampires vs. werewolves debate.

These aren’t the names of the latest kids’ action movies, but a sample of the many ideas being introduced at the Vernon library by new youth services librarian Stephanie Vollick.

Vollick brings a love of children’s literature, but at just 25, she also brings her own youthful enthusiasm to the job she started in September, taking over from longtime youth services librarian Monica Gaucher.

“I went to the library often as a kid, and I wanted to be a writer or to work in publishing,” said Vollick, originally from Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. After earning a bachelor of English literature and communication studies, Vollick went on to earn her master of library science at the University of Western Ontario. Last June, she started working at the Salmon Arm branch of the Okanagan Regional Library.

“Working with books wasn’t necessarily part of my plan, but I liked the idea of working with the public and making libraries more accessible,” she said.

“The youth section appealed to me, and I always liked working with kids, and used to volunteer at the Y. I love kids’ literature, especially teen literature, and I had a great professor who taught the teen course.”

Since starting in her new job, Vollick admits the ideas are coming fast and furious: Knit, Knit Boom is a teen knitting club for youth ages 13 to 20, starting in January. And a Teen Advisory Group is being formed for ages 13 to 18, to encourage teens to share their opinions about the new teen space and teen events.

“We’ll stay with our popular storytime programs, and I’m also going to add things for school-aged programs, afterschool programs such as board game nights. And I try and base everything around books.

“I really want kids’ ideas about programs because it changes so much, what they’re interested in. A big part of the appeal of libraries is that it’s a safe place to hang out, even if they are not there to read.”

Vollick said getting kids enthusiastic about reading starts with encouraging them to read about what interests them.

“Let them read what they want to read, let them have some fun reading. If they’re not sure what they’d like to read, they can fill out a personal booklist on our website.”

Vollick was encouraged when at a recent Harry Potterthemed event, the kids participating said they all enjoyed the book more than the film.

And rather than bemoan the popularity of the Internet, Vollick plans on making it an integral part of her work with youth, with the introduction of a teen blog and one for younger children.

“Teens can be shy about calling to register, so they can register for any of our groups online because they are just happier going online and clicking. And social networking will be used as well to feature new books.”

Vernon branch head librarian Maureen Curry said Vollick has come on board at an exciting time in the life of the branch, with the large, new space currently under construction on 30th Avenue downtown.

“Most librarians never get a chance to be part of something like this,” said Curry.

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Curry said it’s an interesting time in history for public libraries, where librarians are required to balance both the electronic component and the book component.

“People have asked me about building a large new library and if anyone is going to use it in 10 to 20 years, but coming to the library can mean something different for everyone,” she said. “So to think down the road: we’ll probably have space for sharing, people can meet in small groups for having that connection, everyone has a different connection to the library and that’s our challenge and we enjoy that.”

And, while the beloved jungle-themed mural in the children’s section will not be making the move to the new library, Curry said she’s certain teens and children won’t be disappointed.

“We’ll have a teen section with comfortable seating and tables, more magazines, a place to hang out, we’ll have study carols and public Internet stations, windows, lots of light.

“And Stephanie is really bringing her strengths to the job, which is programming for youth.”

Vollick said she’s been encouraged by the enthusiasm of the little ones who have attended her storytime sessions.

“To see them so excited about it is wonderful, I had one little girl who was singing and dancing through the children’s section. And it’s rewarding to see kids come and get library cards, it gives them a sense of responsibility.”

And Vollick plans on continuing with the community outreach started by Gaucher, visiting district schools, and is booked up until May. During her weekly school visits, her

programs may include storytime for the younger kids and a discussion of non-fiction with the older kids.

Curry said the school visits are a way of reaching the kids who might not get the message otherwise and will go home to their parents and ask to visit the library.

“I’m really excited about the many programs for teens that Stephanie is introducing, she is really connecting at their level and we don’t want teens to think the library is not a welcome space for them,” she said.

When it comes to her own reading, Vollick enjoys a wide range of fiction but if pressed admits to a love of the Hunger Games series.

“It’s been around for five years and still has a strong hold on people,” she said.

Vollick has discovered that while there is often a lack of awareness about all that the library has to offer, she also discovered the same thing applied when she was earning her library sciences degree and working part-time at Wal-Mart to help pay for her studies.

“Many people don’t realize that education is needed to be a librarian and I had people tell me I could come back and run the book section at Wal-Mart,” she said, smiling. “It was great being at school because I was surrounded by so many like-minded people.

“I did an internship at a law firm, but discovered that I prefer working with the public, seeing the kids so excited, that’s what I love.”

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Puppets inspire first book Morning Star Staff

Lora Bensmiller’s first children’s book grew out of finger puppets.

She bought the puppets for her mother who is a volunteer in the One to One reading program for children and likes to use props to get children interested in reading.

“The puppets get a story in my head and that night I wrote it and started drawing some pictures for it,” said Bensmiller. Her son, Joeseph, was born shortly afterwards and she didn’t get back to the book until later this year Squeaker Goes to Grandma’s features her own brightly coloured illustrations.

“I think this book is good for infants — my son really responds, as well as for intermediate readers to read to themselves and adults to read to children,” said Bensmiller, a poet, songwriter and music teacher.

She grew up in Armstrong, then worked in Vancouver at the Arts Club Theatre with Denis Simpson of Polka Dot Door fame — she dedicated the book to him. She moved back to the area and is now teaching music and adapting the book as a musical.

“I’ve had a great response to the book and I feel really good about it,” she said.

Squeaker Goes to Grandma’s is available at Coles, Bookland and Vernon Teach and Learn.

Bensmiller will be signing copies of the book Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Vernon Teach and Learn, Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Casa de Mario’s, and Jan. 28 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Vernon library.

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ear Annie: My husband and I have noticed that his sister’s husband has been rather cool to us for quite some time. We can barely get a civil hello from him at family events, yet he is warm and friendly to others. To the best of our knowledge, we have not done or said anything that would warrant the cold shoulder.

My husband and I have many friends and are well respected in our community.

We have tried not to let his attitude bother us, but it hurts. We live in the same community and attend the same church, so avoiding him Kathy Mitchell & Marcy Sugar is not an option. He recently was a no-show at a family gathering at our home.

My husband mentioned this to another relative and was told that it was because of me.

I was dumbfounded. I have no clue why he dislikes me. We have never argued or had an unpleasant incident. I would apologize in a minute if I only knew what for. What can I do? — Clueless Dear Clueless: It’s possible that your brother-inlaw misinterpreted something that happened involving you, and the only way to clear it up is to find out what occurred. Your husband can speak to his brother-in-law (or his sister) privately, say you are mortified that you may have done something to offend him and ask how the situation can be remedied so all of you can have a warmer relationship.

Dear Annie: I am “Spell Check Is Your Friend.”

I wrote about a college friend who is a special-ed teacher with poor English skills. I was stunned at the responses. It seems most people feel that as long as a teacher is a nice person, it doesn’t matter whether she is qualified to do the job.

I am not spiteful or jealous. I am simply concerned about the children who are learning improperly. And although they are special-ed kids, they are not babies.

They are 5th and 6th graders. I’m not talking about a typo here and there. I’m talking about endless run-on sentences, no knowledge of homonyms or punctuation,

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and repeat misspellings of basic common words. Yes, she is a very nice person, but would you want your kids in her classroom? I wouldn’t.

I didn’t call the Board of Ed about her, but I still wonder whether I should. My intent is not to get her fired. Rather, it is to get her into an English refresher course. It would only benefit her students’ education, and I think that’s the most important thing. — Spell Check in New York Dear New York: Unfortunately, despite your best intentions, chances are your complaints could get her fired. We still think this is something best handled by the school and the parents, and we are certain they either know about her inadequate English skills or find them to be less important than her other attributes.

Dear Annie: I read the letter from “Beleaguered Mom,” who expected her mother-in-law to babysit. I don’t have kids, but as a registered nurse, I have a similar problem.

I have been phoned at 11 p.m. by fellow church congregants asking about benign conditions that should be taken to their own doctors. On a retreat weekend for women only, the coordinator thought it was appropriate that I be placed in a bedroom with an actively hallucinating schizophrenic whom I had never met. She thought I could “help.” Instead, I didn’t get a wink of sleep. Please tell entitled people that trying to fashion others into your instant therapists or baby-sitters will alienate them instead of bringing them closer. — New York Nurse

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Life All who grieve are welcome Morning Star Staff

While most people are doing all right this time of year, for some it will be a blue Christmas.

“Christmas can be a struggle for people who have lost a loved one, who are in poor health, or who have lost jobs or other important things in their lives,” said Bob Thompson, who will lead the Blue Christmas service at Trinity United Church at 2 p.m.

Saturday. “This is a service of hope to acknowl-

“...it is normal and understandable to not be able to feel that this Christmas is as joyful as others have been.”

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and music in a peaceful atmosphere ending with lighting candles. People do not need to talk to anyone but if they want to, church staff members will be available during the refreshment time that follows.

“It can be cathartic to be in touch with the reality of our lives and be quiet and thoughtful.

Christmas is a reality around us, even when it is difficult in times of transition. There is always hope.”

Trinity United Church is at 3300 Alexis Park Dr. For more details, call 250-545-0797.

First Baptist Church WORSHIP SERVICE

December 18th, 2011 at 10:00 a.m.

Prelude Welcome & Prayer Worship Team Lighting of the Advent Candle of Love ‘Journey to Jesus’ Puppet Play by SonKids and Youth Prayer & Offering Son Kids, Youth and Korean Language Ministry Hymn #127 ‘Thou Didst Leave Thy Throne’ Scripture Reading: Philippians 2:1-11 Message: ‘Jesus - LOVE Without Limit!’

Hymn #148 ‘O Holy Night’ Benediction Postlude

We welcome all visitors to our worship service.

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Brittany Adams, 16, plays at the annual Christmas concert featuring keyboard students of Melly Oey at the Vernon Community Arts Centre. Oey teaches both children and adults, with classes beginning again in January. For more information or to register, please call the centre at 250-542-6243.

Winter sun exposed Morning Star Staff

Most people won’t be surprised to hear that 67 per cent of Canadians never wear sunscreen during the winter months.

And for Julia Murray, Canadian Olympian Ski Cross athlete who spends her winters on the slopes and lost her father from an advanced form of skin cancer, this complacency is unacceptable.

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Murray and the Melanoma Network Canada are urging Canadian families to look at the winter sun in a different light and take protective action.

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No one knows this better than Julia, whose father, Dave Murray — a two-time Olympian and member of the legendary Crazy Canucks — lost his fight with melanoma in 1990 at the young age of 37 when she was only two years old.

“My father wasn’t aware of the risks of UV radiation in winter,” she said. “Even now it’s rare to see people putting on sunscreen before hitting the slopes. There’s a real risk for melanoma and people need to be aware of how to protect themselves from UV exposure even in wintertime. It’s too late for my father, but not for Canadians today.”

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by Angus Reid, less than one in 10 say they know a lot and the reality is that they don’t cover up beyond their snow gear in the winter.

Melanoma is one of the few cancers to affect young adults and is the second most common cancer amongst 15-34 year olds. An estimated 5,300 Canadians will be diagnosed with melanoma this year and 920 will die from it. The survival rate for melanoma is high if it is detected early and unlike many cancers, melanoma is clearly visible on the skin — 90 per cent of melanomas are caused by exposure to UV light and sunlight, including tanning beds.

“Everyone is exposed to UV radiation from the sun and levels of radiation are influenced by the sun’s elevation, cloud cover, altitude and reflection,” said Dr. Teresa Petrella, medical oncologist and head of the Melanoma Group at Sunnybrook’s Odette Cancer Centre.

“In Canada, the sun is strong enough to cause skin cancer and the risk today is much greater than it was even a decade ago. Overexposure is dangerous because UV radiation can’t be seen or felt and this is why reflection from the snow should not be underestimated.”

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Community Calendar DECEMBER 16 WINTER MYSTERIES PLANETARIUM SHOWS! Dec. 21 and 28 at 3:30 p.m., Dec. 17 at 1 p.m. Join us for an exploration of the winter sky! The stars shine brightly on cold, crisp winter nights.

Find out which stars, planets, and constellations you can see from your own back yard. The mysteries of the night sky are revealed in a planetarium show suitable for all ages. Free for OSC members; regular admission applies for non-members.

TURKEY DINNER Vernon’s most popular and affordable Friday Nite Supper runs Fridays at the Elks Lodge, 3103 -30th St. (across from Greyhound). Join us for turkey dinner with all the trimmings today at 6 p.m. Everyone welcome: members and non-members.

Cost $8. We will have three meat draws of turkeys and hams, plus 50/50 draw and crib following dinner. Doors open at 5 p.m. All monies raised to to children and charities in Vernon.

IT’S A DOG-ON CHRISTMAS! Wiggle Waggle Pet Hotel will be filling its Dog-On Wagon Pet Taxi with donations for the SPCA, until Dec. 23. On our wish list: canned cat and dog food, bedding, cloths and towels, music therapy CDs, pet-safe toys, Timothy hay, cedar shavings, treats, office supplies, office paper, cleaning supplies, pet-safe cleaners, laundry detergent, Dawn dish soap. Drop by 7432 Pleasant Valley Rd., Vernon or call 250-542-8832.

GLEANERS USED FURNITURE & APPLIANCE SALE Located at 4405- 29th St. large selection of red tag items up to 50 per cent off. Gleaners is a non-profit organization supporting those in need.

Gleaners accepts donations of furniture in reusable condition and working appliances. Open Monday to Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For more information, call 250-549-1123.

GEORGETTE SHOP If you’re not ready for winter weather yet, you do need to pop down to see us: coats, jackets, vests 1/2 price, plus sales of many unexpected items! You never know what you’ll find!

Merry Christmas, everyone!

ARTSOLUTELY SHOW & SALE Runs to Dec. 23 at the Vernon Community Arts Centre in Polson Park. Find unique, hand-made gifts for friends and family this Christmas at Artsolutely! Shop local and feel good about your purchases this year. We have 30 artists selling their original works in a variety of mediums. There’s something for everyone here! Mondays-Thursdays 9 a.m.-7 p.m, Fridays 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Info., visit vernonarts.ca or call 250-542-6243.

NEW! MIX’N MATCH HOLIDAY SCIENCE CAMPS Okanagan Science Centre during winter break; $40 per day for members; $50 per day non-members Camps are from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. for children ages six-10. Pre-registration is required and space is limited.

FOOD DRIVE Hosted by Farrer Rentals Ltd., Dec. 16. Bring in nonperishable food items and receive 10 per cent off rental. We are at 4509-25th Ave. Call 250-545-9108 for more information.

KINDALE THRIFT STORE SALE We are at 2725 Patterson Ave., Armstrong; Dec. 16 to 23; sale 25 cents on all White Tags and 1/2 price on all Christmas decorations.

ROYAL CDN. LEGION BRANCH 25 VERNON Ham and turkey meat draws Dec. 17 and 21, no meat draw Dec. 24, 28, 29.

Executive meeting Dec. 16 at 11 a.m., Dec. 20 at 7:30 p.m. Legion hours Dec. 23, 24 and 30, lounge closes at 6 p.m. Dec. 25 and 26 Legion closed. Dec. 31, lounge opens at 7 p.m.

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Feature Event: Holiday Science Camps at Okanagan Science Centre

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OYAMA ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION 189 Christmas party Dec. 16, turkey dinner at 6:30 p.m., music by Art Taylor at 8 p.m. Preregister by Dec. 14. Call 250-548-3521.

BUDDHIST MEDITATION CLASS with monk Gen Kelsang Sanden Dec. 16 from 7-8:45 p.m., Vernon library, 3001-32nd Ave. The topic for this class will be “Mahamudra - discovering the blissful mind.” Drop- in class. Fees adults $10, students and seniors $5. For info www.dorjechang.ca or 250-558-0952. No fragrance please. Take note: next class Jan. 20.

DINNER BANQUET SPONSORED BY FGBMFI OF CANADA Come and hear Ron Peters’ amazing testimony and how a miracle touch from God changed his life forever. Dec. 16 at 6 :30 p.m., The Red Barn Restaurant, The Shops at Polson Park. Tickets are $20 at the door, children 12 and under 1/2 price. Everyone welcome.

OUTDOOR LIVE NATIVITY PAGEANT Dec. 16 and 17 at 150635th St., 7 and 8 p.m., Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Experience the joy of that first Christmas when the meaning of Christmas comes to life. Free admission, but food bank donations welcome. Choir performances, live animals, live characters, wheelchair-accessible, plenty of parking. For more information, see vernonlivenativity.blogspot.com DANCE AT THE ENDERBY SENIORS’ CENTRE Dec.16 from 2-4 p.m. The Wildwood Band is playing. Everyone welcome.

WONDERCAFE.LIVE PRESENTS “40 Years of Greenpeace: What have we learned?” by Bill Darnell, one of the founding members in 1971. Bill will take us back to the first Greenpeace voyage, with photos, newspaper clippings, etc., and look at the things learned since then. He will also invite the audience to explore how they might use the ideas in their own lives. Dec. 16 from 7 to 9 p.m., Lumby United Church Hall. Info.: call Dave at 250-547-6368 SPRING FOREST QIGONG Tuesdays, Vernon library, 3001-32nd Ave. Beginners intro. 6:30 p.m., practice group begins 7 p.m.; Fridays, Schubert Centre, 3505-30th Ave., beginners intro. 10 a.m.; practice group begins 10:30 a.m. By donation. Are you tired of being tired?

Are you tired of having no energy throughout your day? Are you tired of being stressed all the time? Learn more about stress and anxiety reduction techniques. Info.: Braden Karringten at 250-503-7658.

TO ALL METIS CITIZENS Office open every Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Drop in for coffee and bannock at 2913-29th Ave. FRIDAY NIGHT RETRO ROLLER SKATING Roller skating is back, Fridays 7 to 9 p.m., Hassen arena in Armstrong, until Dec. 30. Rental roller skates available Call Armstrong Parks & Rec at 250-546-9456.

INFANT MASSAGE At the Aboriginal Infant and Early Childhood Development Centre. For info., call Connie at 250-542-7578.

HIV/AIDS SUPPORT & INFORMATION If you are one of the many in the North Okanagan who is affected or effected by HIV/AIDS and in need of confidential information, support and/or advocacy, call Sharon at NOYFSS, 250-545-3572.

SUBSTANCE AFFECTED GROUP Vernon Mental Health and Addictions offers a group for individuals experiencing a loved one struggling with a substance misuse issue. Learn about the complex issues of substance misuse/addiction, while increasing your capacity to support an individual struggling with substance misuse issues, without enabling their behaviour. To register, please contact Vernon Mental Health and Addictions at 250-549-5737.

SENIORS INFORMATION & RESOURCE BUREAU The Seniors Information and Resource Bureau is in the People Place, room 005, 3402-27th Ave., Vernon. For seniors information, please call 250545-8572, Monday to Thursday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. See our website at www.socialplanning.ca or e-mail sirb@socialplanning.ca FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES Friday night supper at 6 p.m., a home-cooked meal for $6.50 to $8, steak dinners $9; and meat draw every Friday at 5:30 p.m. Also Fridays, karaoke with Brenda at 8 p.m. All monies from meat draws go directly to local charities.

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*Source: CAMH Drug Use Among Ontario Students 2009 study

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Community Calendar DECEMBER 16 WEIGHT AND SEE DROP-IN PROGRAM Weekly program will be held Fridays from 10 a.m. - noon for families at the Vernon Health Centre, 1440-14th Ave., with babies aged 10 days to two months old.

Public health nurses will be present to weight and assess babies, provide breastfeeding and parenting support, and make referrals to community partners, as necessary. There will be information available on topics such as: feeding issues, immunizations, safety, adjustment to parenthood, family planning, community resources and smoking cessation. For more information, call 250-549-5721.

VERNON TABLE TENNIS CLUB Meets Fridays at Halina Centre, 6:30 - 10:30 p.m. Call Ron Dickey at 545-1842.

MOOD DISORDERS SUPPORT GROUP Meets Fridays at 2:30 p.m. at Peer Outreach Centre, 3100-28th Ave. Family, friends and caregivers welcome. Call Patricia, 558-6900; Gail, 260-3879.

VERNON TREATMENT CENTRE Do you or a loved one have an alcohol/drug and/or other addiction problem? We can help! Day and evening courses available. Please call 542-6151 for more information.

AA MEETINGS ON FRIDAYS Monday to Saturday 7 a.m., Anglican Church, 3205-27th St. (back door), Vernon. Monday to Friday, noon, open, VTC, 2810-48th Ave. (H) open meeting, noon at Lutheran Church, 1204-30 Ave, Vernon. Lumby group, (X) open meeting 7 p.m., Catholic Church, 2202 Park Ave. (X) open meeting at 8 p.m., VTC, 2810-48 Ave, Vernon (H) Handicap Access. (X) No Access.

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS OPEN MEETING Fridays at noon, unit 3, 2810-48th Ave. (VTC back room). Open to the public, topic/ discussion meeting, wheelchair access. Friday Nite Naturally High meeting at 8 p.m., room 003, 3402-27th Ave., the People Place basement (open, basic text meeting, wheelchair accessible). Call the 24-hour hotline at 250-503-3260 or 1-866-918-3574 if you need to talk or for more information.

DECEMBER 17 OKANAGAN SINGLES 40+ Dec. 17, dance to the music of Rutland City Limits at The Legion, 4609-29th St., 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. (great rock and roll). Contact Dot at 250-542-4042 by Friday if attending so seats can be saved. No cover charge. Dec. 18, Christmas wine and cheese afternoon at Cheryl’s at 3 p.m. Bring your favourite wine, cheese, crackers and a friend. Call Cheryl at 250-558-5722

by Saturday if attending. Non-members welcome. Dec. 20, dance to the music of Cheaper than a Porsche at the Army and Navy Club, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. (great rock and roll). No cover charge.

Contact Dot at 250-542-4042 by Dec. 22 if attending. Dec. 24, snowshoeing at Silver Star. Call Dot at 250-542-4042 for details.

Dec. 25, merry Christmas to all! Dec. 31, dancing at Checkers Bar, 3914-32nd St. Dancing at 8:30 p.m. to the music of The Goods, a great rock ‘n roll band. No cover charge. Meet at 8 or 8:30 p.m.

Call Dot at 250-542-4042 by Dec. 30 if attending.

GIFT WRAPPING AT GALLERY VERTIGO On Dec. 17, please join us for a gift wrapping escape! For a small donation (suggested $5) have your gift wrapped in an environmentally conscious and unique way. We’ll have volunteers on hand to wrap your prezzies with artistic flair using donated wrap and embellishments and unique gift wrap we’ve created. You sit back, put your feet up, sip cider and munch cookies...leave the holiday madness behind.

Gallery Vertigo is upstairs at suite #1, 3001-31st St., downtown Vernon, across from Nolan’s Drugs. Please use the side entrance under Krause Jeweller’s awning. For more information call 250503-2297 or see www.galleryvertigo.com BLUE CHRISTMAS SERVICE Dec. 17 at 2 p.m., Trinity United Church, 3300 Alexis Park Dr., Vernon. For all who are grieving, whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a job, a home, please join us.

For more information, please call 250-545-0797.

Army Navy & Air Force VETERANS in CANADA

250-542-3277 infoanaf5@telus.net 2500 46th Ave.

The Help Desk 250-306-0320

thehelpdesk@shaw.ca

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 189 OYAMA Meat draw every Saturday at 2 p.m. All members and guests welcome.

MEAT RAFFLE AT THE LUMBY LEGION Every Saturday from 3 to 5 p.m.

ARMY, NAVY AND AIR FORCE Saturday meat draws at 3 p.m.

Help us help our community and have fun, too!

DANNALANKO DRIVE DEAD ENDERS HOST FUNDRAISER Fifth annual Christmas fundraiser Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. for B.C. Children’s Hospital at the Junction Cafe, Armstrong. Entry by donation. Entertainment by Blu and Kelly Hopkins, Danielle Prince and Tracy Jones.

NEEDLES UP! The Vertigo Knitting Circle meets at Gallery Vertigo from 10 a.m. to noon on the first and third Saturdays of each month. Knitters of all experience levels are welcome. Resident knitting gurus Janet Armstrong and Allison Griswold will help you get started or help you over hurdles. Cost is a $5 donation which supports Vertigo’s SMARTIES family drop-in art program. Coffee and cookies are served. Home baked goodies are invited. Bring your yarn and needles and join us! We are upstairs at Suite #1, 3001-31st St., downtown Vernon.

DUPLICATE BRIDGE The North Okanagan Bridge Club meets Saturdays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 1 p.m., Halina Centre.

Canteen open Tuesdays and Thursdays. All bridge players welcome. Call Pat at 260-1300 for information. For learning games, call Ollie at 558-3709.

AA MEETINGS ON SATURDAYS (X), closed meeting, noon at VTC, 2810-48 Ave. (H) Open meeting 7 p.m., at Vernon Jubilee Hospital Education room basement, 2101-32 Street, Vernon. Meeting,” closed, 8 p.m. (H) at Anglican Church, 3205-27th St., enter off 26th St. Meeting, Monday to Saturday 7 a.m., Anglican Church, 320527th St. Open meeting, 3204 Alexis Park Dr. Vernon (H), 5 p.m. daily. (H) Handicap access. (X) No handicap access.

FREE HOT LUNCH FOR FAMILIES AND KIDS For families with children zero to six years: Saturdays and Thursdays 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Join us for free nutritious lunch at the Aboriginal Infant and Early Childhood Development Centre, 2905-29th Ave. Call 542-7578.

YOUTHGLO! For lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered and questioning (LGBTQ) youth aged 14 to 18, living in or visiting the North Okanagan. Connect with others who understand what it’s like growing up as an LGBTQ youth in the North Okanagan. Trust us: you are not alone! For more info. e-mail us at youthglo@hotmail.com THE BX/SWAN LAKE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION Visit Web site at www.bx-swanlake.blogspot.com. Contains current information important to residents of regional districts B and C such as pine beetle, meat inspection regulation, governance and water issues.

THE VERNON & DISTRICT ANIMAL CARE SOCIETY We are a local, all-volunteer registered charity. We need your help to continue our lifesaving spay/neuter and emergency vet care programs for homeless and low-income cats and dogs. Every penny of your tax-deductible donation will go entirely to care for local pets. For more information, call 250-542-7203 or see our website at www. vernonanimalcare.com THE ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 25 VERNON Feeling lucky today? Check out our meat draw Saturdays at 3 p.m.

FOOD ADDICTS IN RECOVERY ANONYMOUS (FA) Meets Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. at the People Place, 3402-27th Ave. Do you have trouble controlling your food? We are a fellowship of individuals recovering from food addiction. No dues or fees. For more info., call Sylvia at 250-548-3346.

JOIN THE ZEITGEIST MOVEMENT VERNON every third Saturday of every month in a mutual exchange of ideas, promoting a resource based economy. It is a global volunteer based, leaderless, scientifically designed, economical, sociological and environmentally conscience methnod of global resource management, without

the structure of government, ruling classes, money, war and most other aberrances that currently and historically dominate our life.

Want to learn more? Go to thezeitgeistmovement.com or contact at zeitgeistvernon@gmail.com or 306-4012.

HALINA SENIORS’ CENTRE Fun time meets Saturdays 12:30 to 4 p.m., Halina Jewels meet Saturdays from 10 to 11:30 a.m. For more information, call 542-2877.

ROBO BROTHERS AT OKANAGAN SCIENCE CENTRE Vernon brothers Hudson and NelsonSchier have been creating robots for the last four years, competing regionally and internationally as the team Robo Bros. They will be appearing at the Okanagan Science Centre, a proud sponsor of Robo Bros, Dec. 17 at 2:30 p.m. to present their award-winning collection of dancing and soccer-playing robots. Robo Bros first competed internationally at the RoboCupJunior Games in 2009 in Austria, and continued to represent Canada at the 2010 competition in Singapore and in the 2011 competition in Istanbul. When they took home the World Championship title in Istanbul this summer, it marked the first time a Canadian team has ever won the honour.

UPCOMING SCHUBERT CENTRE HOLDS CRIB TOURNAMENT Dec. 18.

The cost is $10. Games (17) begin at 10 a.m. Please register by 9:30 a.m. The Coffee Shop is open for your snacks and/or lunch.

For inquiries phone 545-6240.

OKANAGAN-SHUSWAP SHEEP PRODUCERS ASSOCIATION Meets every third Sunday at 1 p.m., Armstrong Chamber of Commerce. For more information, call Dena Findlay at 546-6223 or Lorna Carter at 546-3318.

FOOD DRIVE IN ENDERBY TO FILL CHRISTMAS BASKETS The Enderby Trailblazers Pathfinders Club will be going door to door Dec. 18 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. to collect non-perishable donations of food to fill baskets that will be given to people in need in the community. For more info., call Heather at 250-503-1926.

HALINA CHRISTMAS FUNDRAISER TURKEY BINGO Dec. 18.

Doors open 11 a.m., bingo 1 to 3:30 p.m. There will be 10 games for $15; Safeway vouchers, three cash bonanza games, one odd/ even game. Payout for first bonanza is based on number of cards sold. Second and third bonanza games worth $100 each. Minimum play six cards $10. Everyone over 19 welcome. The Canteen is open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Halina Senior Centre is at 3310-37th Ave., behind the Rec Centre. For further info call: 250-542-2877.

SERVICE OF LESSONS & CAROLS Dec. 18 at 4 p.m., All Saints Anglican Church. Come enjoy the story of Christmas with favourite Advent and Christmas hymns and carols. Share this wonderful story with your whole family and friends.

ELKS MEGA MEAT DRAW Dec. 18 at the Elks Lodge, 3103 -30th St .(across from Greyhound). Meat draw will be Turkey and Ham, 50/50 Draw, variety meat basket, and free draws for Christmas all afternoon. Concessions available. Everyone welcome: members and non-members. Doors open at 1 p.m. Meat draw 2 p.m. Come join us. All monies go to children and charities in Vernon.

ANAF LADIES AUXILIARY MEETING Dec. 19; executive at 5:30 p.m., general at 6 p.m.; at 7 p.m., dinner and party, pins and awards.

SMART METERS AWARENESS MEETING The presentation, will cover what BC Hydro is not telling us about the smart meters they are planning to install. Come and find out what we can do to protect our health and our rights. Dec.19 at 7 p.m. (doors open 6:30) at 2913- 29th Ave, Vernon. See www.citizensforsafetechnology.org or e-mail to CSTVERNON@hotmail.com for more information.

THE VERNON STAMP CLUB MEETS The third Monday of the month. Next meeting Dec. 19 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the People Place, 3402-27th Ave. Buy, sell, trade and auction. All welcome.

For more information, call Roy at 542-4127.

GRILL Guests are Welcome SPITFIRE Tues - Thurs: 11-2 •Fri-Sat: 11-8pm LIVE MUSIC

• Dec 16: Don Herting • Dec 23: Cheaper Than A Porsche

FRIDAY NIGHT DINNER SPECIALS • Dec 16: Baked Pork Chop Dinner • Dec 23: Barbeque Chicken Dinner

Spitfire Unit #5

CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS WITH KEVIN KIENLEIN Saturday, December 17

Cocktails at 6 pm • Steak Dinner with Salad & Dessert at 7 pm Reservations for Group Seating • 250.542.3277

BEST MEAT DRAWS IN TOWN

Sat, Dec 17: Turkeys & Hams Wed, Dec 21 & 28: Regular Meat Assortment Sat, Dec 24 & 31: NO DRAW

DARTS • POOL • SHUFFLEBOARD ANAF #5 LADIES AUXILIARY HALL RENTALS • CATERING • BBQ

Inspection Service Don Ingraham, WETT Certified 250-542-9225

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FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH

TRINITY UNITED CHURCH

3908 - 27th St, Vernon â&#x20AC;˘ 250-545-7700 www.faithbaptistvernon.com â&#x20AC;˘ Pastor Larry Dyck

3300 Alexis Park Drive 250-545-0797 www.trinityvernon.ca

10:30 am Morning Worship Service (nursery care available) Wednesday 10:30 am Bible Study & Prayer Time

EVERYONE WELCOME!

Next to Lincoln Lanes Bowling AfďŹ liated with the PAOC of Canada

Sunday Worship 10am Wed. Bible Study 7pm Friday Coffee House 7pm

Seeking Spiritual Roots?

The Centre for

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Knox Presbyterian

Canadian International Metaphysical Ministry

Alexis Pk. Dr. at 32nd Avenue â&#x20AC;˘ 250-542-8613

CELEBRATING EVERY SUNDAY 10:30 TO 11:45 AM AT: THE SCHUBERT CENTRE - 3505 - 30th Ave., VERNON

Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re always welcome at the

A Place to call â&#x20AC;&#x153;Homeâ&#x20AC;?

3508-25th Ave â&#x20AC;˘ 545-7978

Sunday

December 17 Blue Christmas Service 2pm December 18 Sunday Service 10 am December 24 Christmas Services 7 pm & 10 pm

* Live Music * Joyful Messages * Reiki/Healing Circle Following Service w w w. t h e c e n t r e f o r a w a k e n i n g s p i r i t u a l g r o w t h . c o m

VERNON FAMILY CHURCH

Pastor Dithmar Molzahn

Enjoy traditional services with organ & choir in a friendly, welcoming congregation

The

Church of God of the Bible Sunday School - 10am Worship Service - 11am Sunday Evening Service 6pm Wednesday Bible Study 7pm 5921 Star Rd. - corner of Silver Star and Star Rd. Come and worship with us a welcome to all!

Welcome to P.V. Church

This Sunday:

9:50 a.m. - Hymn Sing 10:00 a.m. - Worship service Sermon: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Anticipating the Profoundâ&#x20AC;? - Speaker: Rev. Betty Marsh

Church of God

6161 P.V. Road

We believe in the unity of all believers, based on a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Jesus is the only Hero here!

English Church Service 10:30am Spanish Church Services Sunday 5 - 6pm & 6 - 7pm Pastor Al Perry 250-542-7435 h â&#x20AC;˘ 250-545-7043 c

4312 - 25th St, Vernon â&#x20AC;˘ 250-542-7894 â&#x20AC;˘ Pastor Gary Glanz

Sunday Services 9:30 am German Service 10:30 am Worship Service (English) No Evening Service This Week Wednesdays Bible Study & Prayer 7:30 pm www.vcfvernon.ca

Vernon Christian Fellowship

OPEN VALLEY COWBOY CHURCH All are welcome at Head of the Lake Hall

Sunday, Dec. 18th at 6:30 pm Christmas Potluck at 5:30pm 3412 - 15 Avenue, BC V1T 6N9 t: 250-545-5941 f: 250-545-5117

For information on advertising in the Church Directory call Lynnaya 250-550-7916

10:00 AM FAMILY WORSHIP

PEACE LUTHERAN ELCIC 1204-30th Avenue 545-5787 Fax: 545-2267

CATHOLIC CHURCH

with coffee between the services

2607-27th Street 542-1276

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Mass: Sat. 5:00 pm Sun. 8:30 am 7:00 pm

Kids Zone

Weekly Fellowships, College & Career, Youth

Pastoral Staff: Clint Batchelor & Erol Bortucene

ST. JAMES

Sunday: 9 & 11am

Sunday School Christmas Service 4506 - 29th St 545-2927

www.emmanuelvernon.ca

SUNDAY 10 AM

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This Sunday 10:00am

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Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at 6:30pm 3906 35A Street / 250-542-4135 www.alexisparkchurch.com Members of the PAOC

ALL SAINTS Anglican Church WELCOMES YOU! 3205 - 27th St. â&#x20AC;˘ 250-542-3179 allsaintsvernon.org

Sunday Services

2601 - 43rd Avenue 250-545-7105 www.vernonalliance.org

Pastor Richard D. Schulz

For information on advertising in the

Church Directory Call Lynnaya

250-550-7916

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Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

1st Sunday of the Month No 7:00 pm Mass

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10am Worship Holy Communion & Sunday School

Pastor Fred & Christina Cardinal 250-546-2449 or 250-306-8959

Hope, Joy, Peace, Love @ Christmas Part 3 - Peace Christmas Eve: 2:00, 3:30, 5:00 & 6:30pm Christmas Day: No Services December 31: 6:30pm January 1: 10:10am All are Welcome â&#x20AC;&#x153;Helping People Discover Jesus Christ & Become His Followersâ&#x20AC;?

7:45 am Traditional Eucharist (BCP) 9:15 am The Table* 11:00 am Choral Eucharist (BAS)*

OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY CATHOLIC CHURCH 10102 Middleton Drive Coldstream â&#x20AC;˘ 542-1276

Mass: Sunday 10:30am 1st Sunday of the Month Sunday 7pm Mass

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Toddler Care available Sunday School for ages 3-11

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Akbal Mund (left) and Jerry Bifano (right) presnt $1,965 to Doug Ross, Ann Holmes, and Shayne Wright, with KidSport. The money was raised during a Halloween dance and it will help children participate in sports.

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In our Friday, Dec. 30th edition of The Morning Star we will celebrate the babies born in 2011.

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There are no leadership changes within the Regional District of Central Okanagan.

Kelowna Coun.

Robert Hobson was acclaimed as board chairperson while Lake Country Mayor James Baker was acclaimed as vice-chairperson.

The board consists of 12 voting members, including representatives from the District of Lake Country and the North Westside Road area.

Hobson and Baker were acclaimed during the board’s inaugural meeting Monday.

CARING FOR ANIMALS

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Ted Johnston, president of the Armstrong Royal Canadian Legion, presents $1,000 to Jennifer Harry, a North Okanagan Hospice Society board member.

The money will be used for community grief and bereavement programs.

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Heather Pettit (middle) with the Animal Care Society accepts a $5,200 donation from Scotiabank employees Tracey Olson (left) and Courtnay Arnold, raised during the October silent auction at the 30th Avenue branch.

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Harmonizing Yoga, Body and Spirit Alba Healing Arts is a yoga studio.

Our classes honour the ancient wisdom of yoga while also bringing a fresh twist of joy to every class.

OPEN HOUSE Saturday, December 17th from 10 am to 4 pm.

Tea and scrumptious snacks, door prize draws. Pop in and receive a two-class yoga pass. For more information and specials, visit our website www.albahealingarts.com

250-550-7058 • 3401B - 31st Avenue, Vernon Look for the tall wood doors across the parking lot of the downtown Safeway, behind K&K Books

Free Parking and Santa Downtown Saturday, December 17th

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The Salvation Army happily provides bins and other support; all you have to do is spread the word – and don’t forget to lead by example.

And if you do get out and toast the season, please be safe.

Not just because B.C. has the strictest impaired driving laws in the country – although we do – but because the worst-case scenario isn’t just a fine or suspended licence, but loss of life.

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It’s a great organization that helps a lot of people every year – but they can’t do it alone.

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The Salvation Army runs a food bank in Vernon as well.

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BY BERNICE BEDE OSOL Certain alliances and/or relationships that you’ll be establishing in the year ahead will prove to be extremely fortunate for all parties. The mutual reinforcement will pay off for everyone.

PUZZLE NO. 203

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) Because your financial aspects are looking so encouraging at this time, you should look for new ways to better your lot in life. Don’t waste this chance.

HOW TO PLAY: Fill-in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once.

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PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) A role reversal is likely to take place between you and someone who has long served as your instructor.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19) A pleasant surprise could be in the making for you.

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SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) Smoother sailing is finally ahead, because the measures you take are likely to instill harmony in several areas of your life that have proven to be a bit tempestuous lately.

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GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Wishful thinking might not be a frivolous pastime if it influences you to transform your fantasies into realities. Make your dreams count for something.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) It’s OK for your mind to operate on a philosophical level, because it could make you more effective and able to see past the mere outward appearance of things.

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Bridge by Phillip Alder WITH A PREFERENCE, SEND SUIT PREFERENCE Lester B. Pearson, a former Canadian prime minister and Nobel Peace Prize winner who died in 1972, said: “When you’re special to a cat, you’re special indeed; she brings to you the gift of her preference of you, the sight of you, the sound of your voice, the touch of your hand.”

That is so true. If you show a cat warmth and affection, the cat will reciprocate.

When signaling at the bridge table, you show or deny preference for a particular suit. Earlier this week we looked at attitude signals. But we also have the suit-preference signal.

It was originally devised by Hy Lavinthal to solve this type of deal.

How should the defenders card to defeat four hearts?

Despite 12 high-card points, the North hand, with its 4-3-3-3 distribution, is worth only a gameinvitation, not a game-force.

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Albert James “Papa” Proctor It is with great sadness that the family of Albert James “Papa” Proctor announces his passing, at the age of 89, on Sunday, December 11, 2011 at the Kamloops Senior’s Village in Kamloops, British Columbia.

Albert was born in Conquest, Saskatchewan, January 25, 1922. As a child he enjoyed riding in the stagecoach with his grandfather around rural Saskatchewan. He moved to Saskatoon as a young boy, where, in need of some pocket change, Albert caddied for players at local golf courses. It was during this time that the seed for his life-long love of the game was planted. In the end, he was not only a skilled golfer, but also a sage in its finer points, thanks to his exposure at an early age. He spent countless hours sharing his knowledge of the game with his children and grandchildren while on the course.

Alfred Edwin (Fred) Faris

Dec. 1, 1922 - Dec 16, 2005 We seldom ask for miracles, but today just one would do, to have the back door open, and to see you walking through.

After excelling at Thornton School and Tech Collegiate, Albert went to work on his uncle’s farm, in the late 1930s. It was here he developed his enduring love of horses that would be with him all his life.

Shortly thereafter, he enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force and served as a mechanic in Great Britain during the Second World War. He’d spend many hours regaling his grandsons with stories from the war, be they tales of fixing planes, or shenanigans on base. To this day, he could accurately recall the names of all the people and events while overseas.

Leona, Carol (Ernie), Glen, Cora-Lee (Gerry), Andrew (Angie), Lindsay (Ron)

Upon returning home, he met the love of his life, Margaret McEachern. The two would enjoy 64 years of marriage; Margaret was at Albert’s side in his final hours. The couple briefly relocated to Hamilton, Ontario, before returning to Saskatoon in 1951. In 1964, they moved their family to a new house on Mountbatten Street in Montgomery Place. Albert took advantage of the vast property and developed a passion for gardening. In that yard he hosted many family gatherings, ones that are fondly remembered to this day.

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A tile setter by trade, many fine tiles around Saskatoon bear Albert’s handy work, including the mosaic on Walter Murray Collegiate.

When he and Margaret retired to Vernon, British Columbia in 1989, Albert continued to tile his own personal pieces; ones he gladly shared with family and friends. It was then that he took to crafting birdhouses as well.

Apr. 24, 1933 - Dec. 17, 2004

Albert and Margaret enjoyed 21 wonderful years at the Sandpiper retirement community in Vernon. They busied themselves with card games at the clubhouse, traveling with neighbours to bowling tournaments or babysitting their many grandchildren. When alone, Albert and Margaret often engaged in rousing games of Scrabble and cribbage, or tended to their garden.

Known for his good-natured charm and amiable demeanor, Albert was a reserved but indelibly warm presence at the many family gatherings he hosted. In his private time, he devoured many a book on history and philosophy and enjoyed watching horse races on television. A loyal husband to Margaret, and caring and supportive father and grandfather, Albert will be dearly missed.

The loneliness without you, The ache deep in our hearts; We’ve nothing left but memories, With them we’ll never part.

Albert is survived by his loving wife, Margaret; his children: Richard (Margaret), Robert (Debbie), Patricia (Sheldon) Bitz, Judith (Kent) Hartshorn and Pamela (Rob) Doherty; his grandchildren: Francine, Brad (Michelle), Corrine (Dave), Lori (Leif), Amanda (Andrew), Gillian (Josh), Jon (Janice), Tyler, Rebecca, Jordan, Katie and Brendan; great grandchildren: Dominic, Janelle, Graham, Jackson, James, Erik, Greta and Leela. Albert is predeceased by his parents, Herbert and Anne, along with his seven siblings: Bertha, Anne, Violet, Edward, Douglas, Wilfred and Arthur.

You are in our daily thoughts, and loved forever, till we meet again.

A celebration of A.J.’s life will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 17th at the Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Cathedral in Kamloops.

Your loving husband Ken, son Jim, daughter Marsha, five grandchildren, brothers Harold, Howard, and Wes

The family wishes to thank the staff at Kamloops’ Senior’s Village (Long term residential care) for their wonderful care of “Papa” over the past few months. A special thanks to nurses, Becky and Martin. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Personal Alternative Funeral Services, Kamloops, BC.

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Martin J. Wilson We regret to announce the passing of Martin James Wilson on Dec. 12, 2011 at Vernon, B.C. at the age of 75 years. Martin has resided at the Wilson Ranch on Westside Road, on the Okanagan Indian Reserve all his life. Survived by his brother, Percy Wilson, Penticton and sister in-law Evelyn Wilson, Vernon, and his sister, Margaret (John) Marchand, Vernon. Godson, Casmir Tonasket, Penticton. Nephews, Pierre Wilson, Philip Wilson, Rusty Wilson, Randy, Bernie (Sherry) and Lane (Christine) Marchand, all of Vernon. Two nieces Anna Tonasket, Penticton, Lavinia Wilson, Vernon. Numerous grand and great grand nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. Funeral service to be held on Friday, December 16, at 11A.M. at New Horizon Hall on West Side Road, Vernon. Interment to follow in Komasket Family Cemetery.

Arrangements are in the care of Vernon Dignity Funeral Home.

Casimir Felix With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Casimir Felix on December 13, 2011 in Enderby, BC at 94 years of age. Casimir will be sadly missed by his wife Edna; eight children Lyle, Val, Stan, Cass, Agnes, Steve, Laureen and Yvonne; eight grandchildren; sister Marge Dennis; brother-in-law Chris Paul; and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. Casimir was born November 26, 1917 to Agnes and Gabriel Felix in Salmon River, BC. He enjoyed living his whole life in this beautiful area. Casimir loved spending quality time with family and all the great outdoors offered. He broke wild horses, worked river drives, and was a proud 20 year Champion Log Roller. In his later years, Casimir was often found enjoying stick games. Funeral Service at 10:30 am on Saturday, December 17, 2011 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church (Enderby Reserve, BC). Father Anthony Ackerman officiating. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.myalternatives.ca.

Arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Armstrong 250-546-7237 & Vernon 250-558-0866

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Sue and Ted were quietly celebrating their 61st wedding anniversary week at Hospice when Susan Jane McArthur passed away after a long battle with cancer.

She was surrounded by her family when she passed away on December 14, 2011 at the age of 82.

She was first a wife and a mother, grandparent, sister and aunt, and a good friend to many. She is survived by her devoted husband, Ted; sons, Stuart (Lorraine) and Robin (Lori); daughters, Diane Bekker (Ben), Kim Haslebacher and Ruth McArthur; sisters Dolly Pressaco, Marge Dyck, and Sister-in-law, Wenonah Frisby; Brother, Jim (Marie) Anderson; Grandchildren, Christopher McArthur (Erin), Bradlee McArthur, Melissa McArthur (Burke), Stephanie McArthur, Stephen McArthur, Sheena McArthur (Mark), Daniel Petty (Carrie), Erica Petty (Adam), Jaye (Jeff) Quesnel, Robyn (Ryan) Weisbrot, and Deanna Bekker (Antoine); great-grandchildren, Kirsten and Jordan, Trinity, Sierra, Gabrielle, Zander, Danaicia, William and Dawson.

Susan was predeceased by her eldest son Dalton and sisters Vera and Evelyn. Sue will be missed by her family and many friends. Sue grew up in the Kootenays and lived throughout B.C. The family would like to extend their thanks to Dr. Philp for his compassionate care and to the Vernon Hospice House staff and volunteers for their kindness. There will be a memorial service on December 19, 2011 at Trinity United Church at 2:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Vernon Hospice House or the Cancer Society in memory of Susan Jane McArthur.

Arrangements for cremation are being made by Bethal Funeral Home.

We sadly announce the passing of Elsie on Saturday Dec. 3rd at Vernon Jubilee Hospital at age 92 ~ known as Grandma Toot to all her family. Elsie was born in Camrose, Alberta Feb 24th 1919, the tenth child of Charles and Anna Erickson. She was predeceased by all her siblings, husbands Joe Sugden and Don Sanders, also her son Walt Sugden and grandson Gary Ferguson. She is survived by her daughter Sheila (Ferguson) Kereliuk and husband Terry, daughter in law Bonny Sugden Carr, step-son Frank Sanders, grandsons Sandy Ferguson and David and Michael Sugden, 7 great granddaughters and two great great grandchildren. Also by her good friend Bobbie Kerry. As a young lady she owned her own Hair Salon in Vancouver – later married with two children she took up the care of those who were elderly. She joined Vancouver General Hospital in Bam¿eld section. She passed with honors to become a LP Nurse.

Mom was a bright star to anyone who needed her loving encouragement to reach their goals in life. She took in Lucie Burgess to become a teacher and others to go into nursing. Elsie was a most positive and happy person - she will be loved and greatly missed by all who knew her. A big thanks to Canterbury Court and her newest friend Katrina Wildeman while in hospital. She was “ One of the Angels Among Us”. A summer memorial will be held at her request. In lieu of Àowers, memorial donations in Elsie’s name may be made to the Salvation Army or Vernon SPCA as would be her wish! Bye mom - you will live in our hearts forever.

Arrangements entrusted to FISCHER’S FUNERAL SERVICES & CREMATORIUM LTD., Salmon Arm, (250) 833-1129.

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WATTS, Roger Dennis With hearƞelt sadness, we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of ROGER DENNIS WATTS on the morning of December 8, 2011, while on vacaƟon in St. Maarten.

Born in Scotland on March 10, 1945, Roger was a welltravelled child having lived between Britain, Canada and California before moving to Africa in 1953. He fondly remembered his youth spent in Rhodesia and South Africa prior to his return to Canada in 1958. CompleƟng a law degree at the University of BriƟsh Columbia, he then embarked on a long and successful career in law Įlled with unbridled passion.

Known by all who had the opportunity to spend Ɵme with him as a man of compassion, energy and generosity, he truly savoured each day and lived life to the fullest. He lit up any room he entered with his unabashed, hearty laughter and his infecƟous enthusiasm for life. A true romanƟc, he embraced his dreams as well as the dreams and passions of those around him.

He is survived by his wife Sandra, his sister Lenise, his cousin Penny, his Įrst wife Sandra, their children Roger and Robyn and his grandchildren Alex, Madeleine, Taylor and Maxim.

He will be deeply missed, forever in our hearts and always with us in spirit and laughter.

Please join us for a memorial service for all family, friends and colleagues to celebrate Roger’s life at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 18, 2011 at the Delta Grand Okanagan Resort, 1310 Water Street, Kelowna. Guests from out of town wishing to book accommodaƟon at the Grand may refer to the “WaƩs Friends and Family” event when booking.

In lieu of Ňowers, memorial donaƟons in Roger’s memory can be made to the Roger WaƩs Memorial Fund at the Central Okanagan FoundaƟon. The fund, established by Roger’s friends and family, will support a scholarship in Roger’s name. For more informaƟon, or to give on-line, please visit www.centralokanaganfoundaƟon.org or call the FoundaƟon at 250-861-6160.

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1st $6.50 & 2nd $7.00 cut Alfalfa grass mix, Irrigated, 70 80lb bales, barn stored, (250)547-6816 800 lb round bales: this years grass hay $50./bale, last years grass hay $25./bale.

Wheat Straw bales 3x3x8 700 lb $40/bale 250-804-6720 CLEAN dry wheat straw, lrg round bales, delivery available. 250-558-9509 Grass/Alfalfa Hay, 1st cut, no rain, $6/bale, (250)379-2051 Grass hay, $5.00 bale. Large bales, no rain, barn stored, exc. horse feed, whole oats $0.12/lb. Located in Armstrong. 250-546-6422.

HAY FOR SALE; Grass or Grass Alfalfa mix, Round bales $70 each, approx.

800lbs. Large square bales, 3x3x8, $160/ton.

Delivery avail. on larger orders. 250838-6630 Hay for sale Timothy & Alfalfa $5/bale (250) 547-6334 *HAY-SALES-GUARANTEED Quality Grass, Alfalfa, Mixed square bales, round bales & Silage bales. Delivery avail.

(250)804-6081,(250)833-6763.

Horse Hay, small squares, also Barley Straw 1(250)5588210

Toy Poodle Puppies, champion sired, non-shedding, well socialized, 250-275-1626 Wanted: Siamese Seal point kitten - female. Reasonable price. (250)546-9399 Yorkie pups,12 weeks, parents reg,6lbs. Shots & health guarantee. $800. 250-379-2223.

Need Christmas Cash? Cash factory Loans offers Collateral Loans up to $10,000. using almost any vehicle or get up to $800 Payday Loan using employment, CTB, EI or Pension! NO HIDDEN FEES like the other guys! #6, 2601 Hwy 6 across from Tim Horton’s, or 503-1010.

LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED PART-TIME MEAT CUTTER

SUPER A LUMBY. Fax resumes to 250-547-2028 or email: sheardown34@shaw.ca

Wanted: Experienced Line Cook at The Italian Kitchen.

F/T position. Drop resume at 2916 30th Ave, Vernon BC. (250)558-7899

Farm Services WOOD CHIPS HOG FUEL

Farm Services BARK MULCH / SHAVINGS HAY & STRAW SALES DAVID BEERSTRA TRUCKING 549-0324 547-6815 ANYTIME

BARK MULCH & CEDAR MULCH 10 TO 40 YARD LOADS

SUSSEX Insurance in Vernon is now Hiring. Open 9 to 9.. 7 days a week. Looking for Level 1 Agents, with Experience with all ICBC transactions.

Competitive Renumeration and Benefits Package available. Open availability a must. Please email resumes attention; Shell Schroth at shell.schroth@sussexinsurance.com or in Person, Inside Your Vernon Walmart.

Walthers Enterprises Ltd/ B.C. Motor Products the Okanagan’s largest used car dealer, requires experienced auto technicians. Journeyman rates paid where applicable. A great opportunity for the right individual.

Contact Ron Epp - Service Manager at 250-545-0594 or submit resume/application in confidence to service@bcmotorproducts.ca

Retail SEEKING gas station supervisor in Falkland. $15/hr, Fulltime, Resume to kamverlando@gmail.com

Electrical Apprentices Journeymen wanted large projects in Vernon Salmon Arm. Resumes peterj@nightelect.com

& for & to

Work Wanted *1 Vernon’s own DumpRunz Fast courteous service for around 1/2 the price of the big guys. 250-307-9449 MAN AND PICKUP Handyman 35 years exp. Ref’s avail. Joseph 250-308-2773 Registered Careaide seeking live-in position. Prefer own suite. Vernon (778)475-1980

Services

Alternative Health Mountain Acupuncture & Laser Therapy Marcel Mallette, Registered Acupuncturist.

7639 Silver Star Rd. Vernon 250-260-3892

Help Wanted

A little extra cash always helps at Christmas!

Consider being an independent carrier for The Morning Star.

BX RT 101 - Mutrie & 39 Ave Available now RT 98 - Bighorn & 17 St Available now RT 46 - 35 Ave & 10 St Available now

ALEXIS PARK RT 31 - 34A St & 42 Ave Available Dec 11 MISSION HILL RT 66 - 52 St & 25 Ave Available now

RT 73 - 42 Ave & 25 St Available Dec 23

LUMBY RT 602 - Catt & Grandview Available now

RT 81 - 40 Ave & 11 St Available Jan 1

RT 604 - Park & Bessette Available now

Intermediate Accounting Position Westwinn Group, the leading all welded aluminum sport¿shing boat manufacturer located in Vernon, BC. We build a full range of boating products and services that deliver fun, excitement and reward to the millions of anglers around the globe. www.harbercraft.com and www.king¿shermultispecies.com Position Overview Reporting to the Chief Operations Of¿cer, this position is responsible for ¿nancial statement preparation including processing of journal entries, regulatory ¿lings, variance investigation, cost accounting and reconciliations in a highly regulated manufacturing environment. You will be part of a dynamic, hands-on team with a willingness to roll up your sleeves to get the job done. You will be motivated to grow in your role and broaden your experience skill set.

Accounting Responsibilities: • Financial statement preparation, consolidation and variance analysis for multiple companies • Cost accounting for manufactured products • Various GL account reconciliations • Preparation and processing of journal entries • Maintain the capital asset schedules • Support COO with budget and year end preparations Requirements: • Completion of or completing a College/University program in Accounting.

• Ability to identify process improvements and opportunities for streamlining • Strong MS Of¿ce skills • Positive attitude with excellent interpersonal & communication skills • Strong organizational skills with ability to meet deadlines • Cost accounting and ERP experience in manufacturing considered an asset This position is eligible for the Service Canada Youth Employment Strategy – Career-Focus. Visit http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/eng/epb/yi/yep/newprog/ career/shtml for speci¿c criteria. Apply to: recruiting@westwinn.com on or before January 5, 2012.

Cleaning Services Immaculate Cleaning Concepts, residential & office cleaning services, meticulous, thorough & dependable, reasonable rates, excellent ref.

Call Shelley 250-253-7716

Countertops CALL MIKE’S ELITE Countertops- All Countertops - Granite, Caesar Stone, Sile Stone, Han Stone, Marble and all natural stone products. Hundreds of colours to choose from. We offer a special every month, call Mike to find out this month’s deal! Please call (250)575-8543, 2392 Dominion Road.

Fireplaces Financial Services EQUIPMENT FINANCING. Private funds available - new or used equipment. $15,000 to $500,000. Call Al at 250-6755185, cel 250-253-1689

Home Care Looking for full-time work in child care or elderly care in Vernon.

Valid driver’s license.

Call 250-558-3623

CRIMINAL RECORD? Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. Confidential, Fast, & Affordable. Our A+BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM. Call for FREE INFO. BOOKLET

Animal Care Society

Misc Services

ALLSWELL DELIVERY Door to Door Pick Up & Delivery & Moving Service.

Truck, Dolly, Ramp, Driver.

Affordable Solutions.

Call Scott (250)306-0133 FAMILY Movers. Moving?

Anything, anywhere. Local and long distance trips. Packing service available, weekly trips to Vancouver, Alberta, full and partial loads. Cheapest rates in the valley. Free Estimates, 250-493-2687

Swimming Pools/ Hot Tubs

1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) RemoveYourRecord.com

PENGUIN MFG. HOT TUB COVERS. 250-306-5706

Livestock

Livestock

SHAVINGS & SAWDUST 10 TO 150 YARD LOADS BARK MULCH FIR OR CEDAR - Regular & Screened Sizes -

REIMER’S FARM SERVICES

250-260-0110 Financial Services

Livestock

ADOPTION DAY SATURDAY 10 am to 1:30 pm

Residential & special occasion cleaning, home/office organizing, de-cluttering, Xmas & special occasion decorating.

Bondable. 250-309-3178

Financial Services

Pets & Livestock

MATCHED set HD Horse Harness with breeching bridles lines colored spreaders in good shape. Call 250-7652173

For all your Furnace, Fireplace &Wood heat needs. Call Dean W.E.T.T. Certified, Licenced Gas Fitter. 250-540-3828

Moving & Storage Live-in Certified Caregiver

Legal Services Contact Donna Tuesday-Friday, 250-550-7901 for more info

by Tom Skinner • Basic Concepts • Terminology • Photo Tips Bookland Boutique Canadiana Buy Low Foods Coles the Book People The Perfect Stocking Stuffer • $5.75 plus tax

Pets & Livestock

Pets

Merchandise for Sale

Antiques / Vintage COUNTRY HOME ANTIQUES 5min from Armstrong, Open Sat & Sun 10am-4, or by appt.

Barn full of Quality Antiques, 4262 MacDonald Rd (off Otter Lake Rd) 250-546-2529

Appliances #1 Choice, Washer & Dryer $250. Many other items. We also buy appliances. Wayne 250-549-6649 IT’S Mr. Mike! Washer & dryer starting at $250. Stacker & front load, plus other stuff.

250-503-6368, 250-549-3781.

Building Supplies Buy Direct - Special Orders www.rouckbros.com 1-800-960-3388 Rouck Bros. Lumby BC Steel Buildings. Reduced Factory Inventory. 36x58 - Reg $21,900 Now $18,800; 48x96 Reg $48,700 Now $41,900 Source# 1KD 800-964-8335

Fruit & Vegetables

APPLES MACS JONA GOLD GALA

at Crescent Falls Vet Hospital 2800 45th Avenue Meet our “Better Than Free” Kittens and Adult Cats

37¢lb.

39¢lb.

49¢lb.

Many more varieties

Coco is still waiting for her forever home.

LOCAL JUICE CARROTS 10 lbs. 2.50

2505457535

DISCOUNTS ON LARGE ORDERS Open 7 days a week • 7am - 7pm

PLEASANT VALLEY FRUIT 7885 Hwy 97A, Vernon

ADORABLE SHIHTZU X Puppies. Available mid January.

First shots, vet check included. $500.00. 250-542-3077 Bichon Pups, first shots, dewormed, litter trained, great dispositions. For more info and pricing call 250-832-4923 Bichon Shih Tzu X Pups, first shots, dewormed, litter trained, quiet dispositions. For more info and pricing call 250-5177579 Black lab X pups, 8 wks, 1st shots, $325 250-547-9206 DANDER FREE Turkish Angora Cross Bangle Kittens 4 mths old $300 (250)718-5056 MISSING-CAT, 1yr old light grey and white tabby, neutered male named Casper, has tattoo in ear, missing since Monday morning. Please check your sheds, garages and any spaces that were opened Monday- He’s young, friendly and curious BUT ITS COLD AND WE MISS HIM TERRIBLY. Please call Chris or Roxanne (250)503-0683.

250-306-7364 IF YOU HAVE ANY NEWS Pet safe kit (2 pet safe static collars, instruction DVD, 70’ u/g wire) $39.99 250-308-7554 PRESA Canario Puppies for sale. Fawn Ready to go. 4/fm & 1 male $500 250-299-1053 Purebred, Chocolate & Black Lab puppies, 1st shots, vet checked, Ready by Christmas. $550, 1-(250)547-2555

Firewood/Fuel Apple wood $210./cord, Fir $210./cord, mixed $175./cord. delivered. (250)546-3505 Firewood for sale, cut to length, split and delivered $150/cord or $100 truckload.

(250)308-4661 lv msg.

FIREWOOD FOR SALE We have apple, birch, fir or pine. Delivery available.

250-260-7932 Firewood Pine: drycut, split & stacked to 16” length, shortbox p/u $70, longbox p/u $85. Dry, We load. You haul. (250)5456461 Fir, Pine and Other mix $150/cord. Split & delivered.

Min 2 cords 250-938-0804

Furniture KING size pillowtop boxspring & mattress. Brand New! Worth $1300,sell $495 250-550-6647 Oak Bistro 30” Round Counter height Table, 4 Swivel Chairs, like new $350 (250)545-7772 PILLOWTOP mattress, box.

Queen. Brand New! MFR warranty. Worth $1100, sell $390 250-550-6647

Garage Sales

SWISS Mountain Dog pups for sale. $750 includes de-worming and first round of vaccinations. Call or txt Kent @250-241-1111

FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES SUNDAY BREAKFAST & FLEA MARKET 5101 - 25TH Ave. EVERY SUNDAY 8 am - 12 pm CALL 250-542-3003

Farm Equipment

Farm Equipment

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HOME MAINTENANCE / RENOVATIONS CONSTRUCTION A-Z Renovations

Honest Renovations

No Job Too Small!

Carpentry Work from ground up. Serving Vernon area.

Morgan@547-6646

550-4535

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

250-550-7900

• Renos • Repairs • Home Projects • Kitchen • Bathroom • Electrical • Plumbing • Carpentry • 25 Yrs Exp

Call Robert

• Renovations • Siding • Roofing • Framing • Decking • Kitchen/Bathroom For all your renovation needs

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HANDYMAN

HANDS Renovations & Repairs Painting & Decorating Kitchens & Bathrooms Lawn & Garden Care

DIRECTORY 250-550-7900

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COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL Reasonable Rates. Seniors Discount.

Free Estimates. Call Doug

Bob

~ Commercial ~

(250) 379-2076 or (250) 308-0386

GUTTERS

Complete Renovations * Repairs * Decks * Fences “Framing to Flooring”

Insured * References * Guaranteed

Ron Kleefman 250-309-0435

TO ADVERTISE IN THE BUSINESS DIRECTORY PLEASE CONTACT THE CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT AT

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ADAIR ELECTRIC LTD.

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or

Free Estimates/Emergency Service Bonded and Insured License #92048 BBB Member – Quality Work

CONTACT CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT

2250-550-7900

BOB ADAIR 250-275-4780

BETA

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TO ADVERTISE IN THE BUSINESS DIRECTORY PLEASE CONTACT THE CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT AT

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• We will hang your Christmas lights • Seamless Gutters • Vinyl & Hardi Plank Siding • Fascia & Soffits • Exterior Painting

( 250 ) 542-4492

ROOFING Glendale Roofing & Renovations Seniors Discount - Free Estimates We guarantee our workmanship at an affordable price

Cliff Battensby 250-308-1193

LICENSED AND INSURED

Nu-Look Homeworks

RENOS, RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL

Septic & Water Lines, Drain Tiles, Snow Clearing, Corral Cleaning, Livestock Burial & more!

Tom

250.308.6230

ELECTRICAL

250-503-6870

TWO OLD GUYS with a HOE ~ Residential ~

BADA BATHROOMS.COM

Quality Work Guaranteed

SNOW SHOVELLING & LIGHT PLOWING SERVICES

BUSINESS

TUB TO SHOWER • CUSTOM SHOWERS • TUBS VANITIES • COUNTERTOPS • SINKS • FAUCETS • TOILETS ACCESSORIES • TILING • DESIGN • PACKAGES

TIM 250-307-8772

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SNOW REMOVAL

QUALITY BATHROOM RENOVATIONS INC.

DRYWALL DAVIES DRYWALL CUSTOM HOME DRYWALLER NEW OR RENO BOARD, TAPE & SPRAY CALL ALL KYLE 250-308-4663

All Your DRYWALLING Needs Drywalling, Taping, Spraying, Dropped Ceilings, Steel Stud Framing NO HST Call Attila: 250-546-6282

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

QUESTIONS? CONTACT

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CONTACT CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT

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LANDSCAPING

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WATER PURIFICATION

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Fall Yard Clean-Up â&#x20AC;˘ Leaf Removal â&#x20AC;˘ Pruning â&#x20AC;˘ Lawn Mowing etc.

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR

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FREE ESTIMATES WORK GUARANTEED 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE

and get MORE business

250-540-5054

549-0115

by placing an ad in this directory

SIMPLY CEILINGS AND WALLS

Repaints our specialty! â&#x20AC;˘ Walls â&#x20AC;˘ Doors â&#x20AC;˘ Windows â&#x20AC;˘ Trim â&#x20AC;˘ Textured Ceilings Painted - Repaired or Retextured GET MY ESTIMATE OR PAY TOO MUCH! Free Estimates â&#x20AC;˘ www.timetopaint.com or

308-9783 549-5140

Kalamalka Painting European Trained Residential/Commercial

Ian Hay

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Man of many coloursâ&#x20AC;?

(250) 542-1651

CONTACT

No boiling! No bottles!

Worry-free water since 1998

309-9287

BUSINESS DIRECTORY QUESTIONS?

WINDOWS & DOORS

250-550-7900 GOVERNMENT â&#x20AC;&#x153;For all your window and door needs GRANTS - WE CANwindow DO IT!â&#x20AC;? $70 per

Quality Professional Installations See us at our new location

ABODE DECORATING

NEW 2001 43rd St Vernon, B.C.V1T 6K7

Let the ladies do it!

~ Interior Painting ~ Color Consultations ~ Design Ser vices

BOOKKEEPING

250.309.3178 abodedecor@shaw.ca

CLASSIFIED TO ADVERTISE IN THE BUSINESS DIRECTORY PLEASE CONTACT THE CLASSIFIEDS DEPARTMENT AT

DEPARTMENT

250-550-7900

Garden Equipment SNOWBLOWERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S: Toro 5hp, 24â&#x20AC;? $200.; Sears 5hp 23â&#x20AC;? elec start. $300.; 250-307-0009

Heavy Duty Machinery Will pay cash for oversized scrap steel, cats, yarders, saw mill equipment, farm equipment, etc. All insurance in place to work on your property. 250-260-0217

Medical Supplies SHOPRIDER Scooters & Powerchairs. New & Used, Stairlifts, Vertical Platform lifts, Platform Stairlifts. Kelowna: 250-764-7757, Vernon: 250542-3745, Toll free: 1-888-5423745 www.okmobility.ca

Misc. for Sale

BUY-SELL-CONSIGN Quality furniture, household appliances, antiques, collectables and vehicles for CONSIGNMENT. www.doddsauction.com.

CALL DODDS AUCTION 250-545-3259

4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;-6â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Christmas trees $15 delivered in Vernon (250) 5428670 4ft BIRD HOUSES, Tall old barn wood and vintage decorations, some from old mining ghost towns. Prices vary $75-$135, (250)542-0364 Citizen 13â&#x20AC;? CRT TV with remote, low usage. Great for kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s room, exercise room, etc. $25. 250-558-7848 Coin Investor Looking to Buy Large Collection, Silver, Gold, Olympic Coins 250-863-3082 FOR Sale 2009 Horizon Treadmill CT7.0 privately used $500.00 ďŹ rm 33â&#x20AC;? ďŹ rebox electric ďŹ replace complete with wood mantel. asking price $550.00 OBO 5 leather rollaway ofďŹ ce chairs asking price $30.00 EACH Rollaway cherry laminated computer desk asking price $100.00 OBO PH: 250-558-0458 I-Pod Classic. New in box. $250 obo. (250)542-5698

250-550-7900

Misc. for Sale Jerryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Antiques & Things CLEARANCE SALE! 25-50% OFF Most Stock NO HST 1000â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Vinyl Records 10/$10 STILL BUYING ANTIQUES & COLLECTABLES! 809 George Street Enderby, BC (250)838-0644 Jetted tub $175, O64 great saw $350, garage & electric opener $200, Craftsman Lawn tractor (250)549-8075

Stihl door 11hp $400

PEROGIES homemade, ďŹ nger pinched 3-kinds, homemade Cabbage Rolls, 250-545-3667 POOL, Darts, Foosball, ShufďŹ&#x201A;eboard, Ping Pong and more - Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got what you need!

Vernon store (250) 542-2054 OkanaganPoolTables.com TOP DOLLAR PAID Removal, Scrap Cars & Metals, large or small, Farm & Industrial Equipment, & Complete Property Reclamation.

Used Tire Sale (250)540-4815 Walker with brakes, seat etc. $120, 4 nearly new snows 185 75R 14 on 5 bolt Honda Accord rims $350 545-5993

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Houses For Sale ******* OKHomeseller.com Where smart sellers meet smart buyers! View Thompson Okanagan properties for sale.// Selling? No Commission. (250) 545-2383 or 1-877-291-7576

Sporting Goods Weber & Markin Gunsmiths Quality Firearms Buy & Sell at The Best Little Gun Shop Around, 4-1691 Powick Rd Kel 250-762-7575 Tues-Sat 10-6

Mobile Homes & Parks Coyote Crossing Villas PHASE 3 NOW OPEN 10 mins. to downtown Vernon, Boat Launch, Spallumcheen Golf & Country Club, Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Keefe Ranch just minutes away.

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832-6699

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Stereo / DVD / TV PARADIGM MONITOR 9 v.3(pair). Floor standing loud speakers. Mint condition and excellent sound quality. $500 (paid $1000 new). Phone 250488-6716 after 6pm.

www.countrysidemanufacturedhomes.com

Real Estate

Apt/Condo for Rent

For Sale By Owner

1&2bdrm, adult building, Downtown, f/s, $600-$750./mo Avail now. 250-260-8454

2bed 2bath condo, balc, gas fp, U/G park/extra storage, 5 appl. near Schubert Ctr/shops, no pets, no rentals, immediate possesion. 250-545-2983

CONTACT CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT AT

250-550-7900

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Wanted: Kash for copper/ brass- radiators, wire, plumbing. Also clean up yards/metal haul away. 250-546-3556 WE will Pay 6.5x for silver coins. Can., US. Also buying gold. 778-932-2316

WANTED: Good used furniture, beds & appliances.

Phone Furniture Emporium, 250-545-0240

Rentals

Houses For Sale

Houses For Sale

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Sporting Goods

FOR SALE - ROAD BICYCLES 2011 Norco CRR - SL, M, SRAM Red complete group 53/39, Ritchey Bars and Stem, Mavic Elite wheel $3600.

2009 Norco Diabolique II TT Bike, M, Vision Bars, Carbon Seatpost, forks, DuraAce 7800 brakes, shifters, derailleurs, FSA NeoPro Crank 54/42 - $3200 (no wheels) 2005 Cervelo P3K TT Frame only - 51cm, Carbon Fork and Seatpost - $200 Contact 250-462-4441 or mwalker@blackpress.ca

market daily.

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Rentals

Rentals

Rentals

Apt/Condo for Rent

Apt/Condo for Rent

Apt/Condo for Rent

Discover the Secret!

MOVE IN INCENTIVES

250-503-7315 250-545-7251

MORRIS MANOR Bachelor, 1 and 2 bedroom suites Senior oriented building, downtown across from Schubert Centre.

Centre Heat included.

Inside Scooter parking available

The CLIFFS

Hawthorn Lane

1 + 2 Bdrm Apartment, +40 Adult, Secure Building, No Pets, No Smoking, Covered Parking, Elevator, Cable Incl.

2 Bedroom Suites from

980 / month

Rare 1 Bdrm Suite

250-503-1257

REFERENCES REQUIRED SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY PLEASE

for

Seniors 55+ 1 & 2 bedroom Apartments Walk to downtown From $700 per month Call Troy at 250.546-3933 or cell 250.833-9158

ALEXIS PARK MANOR • Bright 1 and 2 bdrms.

• Renovated, Spacious, Air Conditioned Suites • Adult Oriented • Close to Bus • Park-like Settings • Clean, Well-Managed Building ASK ABOUT MOVE-IN INCENTIVES!

URBAN POINTE

For more information call

850 / month

250-542-1701

Armstrong

250-542-8989

$

F/S, W/D, D/W, A/C, + utilities all included. N/S, N/P. Great quality living in a clean and spacious secure building.

Good building for Seniors!

On-site Resident Manager.

GREEN VALLEY ESTATES

250-549-2770

2 Bedroom suites from $850.00. Recently renovated suites with new in-suite laundries, security entrance, good central location.

1604 - 31st Street, Vernon • 1 or 2 Bedroom • Includes Heat, Water, Elevator, Parking and Coin Laundry • No Smoking

$

Renovated condos with private courtyard — enjoy air conditioning and large deck, located in a convenient location right in the heart of Vernon.

Affordable family living. In-house manager. Ask about rental incentives.

2 bdrm … $825 per month 3 bdrm … $925 per month To view, please call: A New Tradition of Quality Living

Valleyview Apartments

Rentals

2bdrm, 1 bath newly renovated, close to amenities, laundry available, small pet ok, F/S, AC, RR, $850/mo + util.

Pls. Contact: 1-800-235-1499 www.rentinvernon.com 2bdrm 1bath, NS, close to Downtown, sm. pet ok, $885 +hydro. 250-307-6174

Half-month free rent with a 6-month lease.

Call 250-307-5522

2 BDRM 2 bath DELUXE 3rd flr corner. Gas F/P, No stairs from car! Cat OK. $925 incl. heat. Mature adult, NS. Ask for L. T. Discount. 250-309-2000

250-558-9696

BRENTWOOD APARTMENTS

2 Bdrm Apartment in Quiet Building near Hospital. F/S incl, no pets, utilities extra, $695/mth Tel: (250) 308-8500

A MUST SEE

1 Bedroom Apartment

2BD, Top Floor, Mountainview Place in Vernon. Avail Jan 1st, N/P, $800+util. 764-0570

… in quiet Senior-oriented building. Large deck, air conditioning, laundry facilities on each floor. Heat included.

Close to bus stop, Schubert Centre and downtown. N/P

Armstrong updated 1bdrm ground level,off street prkg.

Avail now. 250-317-1333

Available immediately.

Cozy 720 sq. ft. 1 bdrm garden apt., appliances & hot water. N/P, available immed.

610/month.

$

250-542-7723

To view, call

Apartment for Rent

55+, no pets.

Walking distance to Downtown Safeway.

Top floor 2 bedroom,1 bath.

In-suite laundry. Underground parking.

Secure entrance. Elevator. $875/month + damage deposit.

Available Dec.1 Call Kelly to view 250-306-8725

250-545-0962 or 250-503-7977

On Site MANAGERS 1bdrm, 1bdrm + den, f/s, d/w, a/c, balcony, secure prkg, adult oriented, n/p.

250-545-5773

1bdrm apt, excellent location, D/T, bus route, avail Jan 1 $650/mo. (250)275-3137 1bdrm, East Hill avail Jan 1 hardwood flrs, n/s n/p. Also Bachelor suite. On site laundry, heat incl. 250-260-5870 1 bedroom, Upper Unit, No Dogs, No Smoking. Available February 1st. $650.00 plus hydro. Call Heidi 250-550-5832 2BDRM, 1bath, condo, Middleton, $650/mo.

Avail Immed. 250-275-3223.

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Duplex / 4 Plex

Homes for Rent

Homes for Rent

Enderby, Hillside Apartments, 1bdrm, walk to downtown. $500./m incl. util. Call Alex @ 250-545-3813 FABULOUS 1 Bedr Condo on lake Okanagan. Fully furnished, Washer & Dryer, 2 LCD TV’s, underground parking, and SAVE ON SUMMER RATES, 403-474-1111.

Large 1 & 2 bdrm,$550-$650, close to Rec Centre, no dogs.

250-307-4948, 250-545-8443.

LARGE 2bdrm apt. $800/mo. +hydro, NO PETS, Avail. Now. 250-869-9788 Lumby 2bdrm apart w/ garage, n/s, $850 util incl. Avail Jan 1/2012. 250-547-8993.

NEW 2 BR, 2 Bath Condo for RENT in Vernon, avail. immed. Sec. heated U/G parking, storage locker, elevator, d/w, A/C, stainless appl., private W&D. $1100/month. 250545-2834. No-smoking & no pets please.

Newer 2bdrm, located Centennial Drive incl F/S/DW, W/D, n/s, small pet allowed with restrictions. Heated underground parking. $1,000pm.

Avail Jan. 1. 250-306-5589 or 250-503-5589.

Studio & 1bed bright, clean & cozy in a quiet, well managed Apt building on bus route/walk to dwntwn. incl’s appls, heat, hot water, cable locker/prkg. n/p. Starting @ $560 250-5504069

Duplex on acreage, 4bdrm, 3bath, R/R, large deck, garage, fabulous view, F/S, laundry h/u, N/P. $1200/mo +util.

Avail immed. 250-542-3914.

Mission Hill, 2 suites, 2bdrm upper & lower $800 - $900, Avail Now. UTIL INCL N/S, N/P, W/D. 250-306-6996

2400 SQ.FT. Armstrong home.

3 BDRM, 2 1/2 Bath, full basement, large deck. 5 appliances. Gas F/P. 1 acre with 2400 sq.ft. shop & horse barn. N/S $1500/mo plus utilities avail Jan 1. Call 250-542-4662 2 bdr main floor, d/w & partial bsmt with w/d, lge 10x30 deck grt view, parking, fenced yard, pets neg, non smokers Refs.

1200 util. D.D 1-250-554-7890 or 250-309-3613 2Bdrm Rancher. Killiney Beach, Vernon, lrg Lake view Lot, $950. Prefer working couple. Ref’s. 604-596-5645.

2 houses, 2bdrm; & 6bdrm on 1 acre lot, downtown Vernon, n/p more info @ 250-545-9063 3bdrm, 1325 sq ft, 5-appl, central location, n/s, n/p, $1150.incl util. 250-558-3664 3bdrm, Coldstream, 180° view Kal Lake, $1450 w/d, n/p, avail now 250-869- 9788 3bdrm farm house $1200 +util, available immediately 250-549-2310 3+bdrm, older rancher in Armstrong, large fenced yard, well behaved pets welcome, all appls. new & incl. Avail Jan 1, $1200/mo+util + 1/2 mo deposit, 250-503-4806 3bdrm on Deep Creek Rd, wood heat only includes firwood & hydro. Avail Now $950.+DD, RR (250)832-7875 3 bedroom farmhouse. Ok Landing area. Pets/horse ok, Pasture for rent also. Avail Dec 1. $1300./mo. (250)5423276

For rent 11900 Coldstream Creek Rd, Coldstream, 3bdrm, 1 bath. Rent negot. For info & inquiries call 250-262-9711 LOCATED IN Armstrong 2 bedroom house walking distance to town and schools. 5 appliances with huge yard, available Jan. 1. D.D. and references required. $1000/mo all utilities including internet and cable. Call Donna 250546-2962 or 250-308-1913 Lumby 2.5bdrm, gas heating, close to schools, $950/mo.

Call 250-547-2238

Misc for Rent Large insulated 2 car garage for rent, lower BX. $300 month. 250-351-4511.

Mobile Homes & Pads 1 Read This Avail Immed, 2 or 3bdrm mobile,lakeview, beach access, wood stove, Westside Rd, rent neg. 250-542-0060 2 bdrm, 1bath, + den/office, $650. n/p, n/s. Close to downtown. 250-549-5054.

2bdrm mobile, $650/mo. In Lumby or 5th Wheel $500/mo 250-309-6361, 250-547-6362 In Lumby 2 bdrm, gas heat, f/s, w/d, $650. Phone Tom at 250-503-7044 In Lumby 2 bdrm, gas heat, f/s, w/d, $650. Phone Tom at 250-503-7044 In Vernon 3-bdrm, f/s, w/d, gas heat n/p, $850/mo, $425 DD, Tom (250)503-7044

Homes for Rent

Commercial/ Industrial

Darren Chinchilla

Up to 5000 sq ft of shop, warehouse, office space for lease, Hwy frontage, large yard. (250)306-3203 Yard space for rent, monthly, from 1 vehicle to entire fleet, up to 5 acres of fenced secure area. 250-549-0141 or 778932-1055.

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Duplex / 4 Plex

• Bachelor suite, shared washroom, $500 incl utilities & cable TV.

RICKFORD MANOR 1 & 2 bdrnm - close to downtown - N/P; N/S; Adults. 250-275-8066

1/2 DUPLEX, Coldstream, Jan 1, 2bd, 1ba, W/D, AC, N/S N/P; Lge fenced Yd. $900/mo; + util; 250-830-0052; cmcphers@uniserve.com 1610 45th St Lg 2bdrm + den w/ in-suite laundry, n/s, family oriented building, prkg, storage, no dogs, avail Dec 1 $800+hydro. 250-547-6060 2bdrm, 1.5 bath suite, NS, NP, $850/mo. includes most utilities.

250-542-1210 2bdrm downtown, 800 sq. ft. newly reno’d, new appls., close to all amenities, n/s, pets ok, $1050 +util 250-503-1308 2bdrm side-by-side 4plex, quiet, Alexis Park area, fenced yard, cat ok, no dogs, $775. + util. 250-308-9738, 542-4310 3bdrm 1/2 duplex, 2yr old, full bsmnt, parking, Lumby. $1000/mo. 250-550-4396 3-bdrm Bright Clean, 2nd floor close to downtown, np ns adult $950. incl.util. 250-306-4088 Lumby 2-bdrm + den, 2 bath, $935.; 2-bdrm 1 bath $835.; incl util.n/s n/p (250)547-9297

1 Bella Vista, 3bdrm, beautiful view, clean, 5-appl, fireplace, private, lrge yard, carport, shed, rent negot. Avail immed 250-542-0060 2bdrm, well maint., fenced yards, deck, carport with workshed $1000 incl/util 542-3309

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AVAILABLE January,01 Two bedroom condo in Vernon (Bela Vista area). Enclosed garage and storage room, 5 appliances, and separate laundry room. No smoking, small pet ok. $1000.00mth. References required and minimum 1 year lease. Please contact Nicole at 250-547-0210 or 250-3060843 if interested.

Belmonte Apartments, new mgmt, reno’d 1&2bdrm. 30yrs+ seniors welcome. 250-307-0937.

CENTURY MANOR/EMBERS 1 & 2 bdrm, close to Downtown & Schubert, N/S; N/P; Seniors. 250-275-8066

• 2 bdrm bsmt suite close to city centre. Laminate flooring, small storage, fenced part yard, pets OK. $850 incl. utilities. vernonhomes.ca/forrent • 3 bdrm upper suite in Alexis Park. Large rooms, 5 appliances, shared laundry & yard. Full wrap-around deck, garage storage. $950 rent & $200 utilities.

HOUSE RealEstate Rea l E st a te REVIEW OPEN WEEK-END DRIVE ARMSTRONG

COLDSTREAM 3780 Schubert Road Sunday, 12:30-3:30 Road 6192 Learmouth Starting at $299,000 Sunday, 11:00-11:30 BELLA VISTA $549,900 6828 Cameo Drive North Sunday, 12:00-2:00 $785,000 EAST HILL

2009 - 19 DESERT COVEStreet 729 - 7 Avenue Sunday, 11:45-12:15 Sunday, 1:00-3:00 $319,000 $253,000 ENDERBY OKANAGAN LANDING 294 Old Salmon Arm Road Sunday, 1:00-3:00 1000 Snowberry Road $349,000 Sun, Wed, Thur, 11:00-3:00 FOOTHILLS to $399,896 $367,838 7024 Apex Drive Sunday, 2:00-4:00 $729,000

FOOTHILLS OKANAGAN LANDING 1437 Red Mountain Place Sunday, 1:00-3:00 121, 5484 - 25 Avenue $499,900

MISSION HILL 1706 - 43 Street Saturday, 12:00-2:00 $298,000

8022 Aspen Road $99,000 Sunday, 12:00-2:00 $669,000

OKANAGAN LANDING 1000 Snowberry Road - The Breeze Sun-Fri, 11:00-4:00 $367,838 to $399,896

Sunday, 12:30-1:00

The Real Estate Review returns on Sunday, January 8, 2012

LAVINGTON 6408 Lavington Way Sunday, 12:30-1:45 $339,900

SOUTH VERNON 1, 5484 - 25 Avenue Sunday, 1:30-4:00 $87,000

9495 Angus Drive Sunday, 2:00-3:00 $299,900

Kim

1bdrm, no-drugs, no-parties, D.T. From $450 incl.util. N/P, furniture, cable. 250-549-0644 Room in shared suite, near Kal Lake, incl util, cable, int., w/d, d/w, patio, parking. Avail now, $500+DD. 778-475-2883

Suites, Lower

4bdrm Coldstream, 2 kitchens, 180° view Kal Lake, $1850 + util,2 w/d, np, avail now. 250-869-9788 5bdrm, 1 bath, 2.5 acres, older home w/new flooring & paint, OK Landing $1200/mo.

Avail Jan 1. (250)542-6171 5-bdrm house, Coldstream, on acreage, all appl, n/s, pet ok, Avail now (250)558-8210 Ashton Creek Home, 4bdrm, 2.5bath, full bsmt, wrap around deck, 5appl, 30x40 3-bay shop & horse barn, 5acres, $1500/mo+util, n/s, Avail Feb 1, (250)838-7709 Cozy executive newly reno’d OK Landing log home in town, country feel, 2bdrm, 2 bath, n/s,n/p $1350/mo. 503-2227

1/2 way to the Star, 1 bdrm, walkout, fully furnished, walkin closet, all utilities included, private parking, minutes to Silver Star or DT Vernon. Avail Immediately 250-558-7728 1/2-WAY-UP Silver Star Rd. Loghome, 1-bdrm,daysuite, w/ sauna/shower, furnished, f/s, oven, micro, freezer, equipped kitchen, parking, priv/entry w/french doors, deck/bbq, util/sat/tv/net/localphone, $800 lv-msg, (250)558-2906 1bdrm,above ground, Coldstream,n/p, 180° view Kal Lk. $925. w/d. avail now. 250869-9788.

1bdrm clean, $550. 2bdrm $695. Incl heat, hot water. NO DOGS. (250)542-9042, 250542-3241 1bdrm, clean, Harwood, NS/NP, $675/mo incl/util.

250-309-4657 1bdrm, close to ammenities.

NS, NP, $700. util incl. Avail now. 250-558-0707 1bdrm, in-suite laundry $650 incl. util.int/cable, n/p no drugs 250-275-0922, 250-307-4801 1bdrm, newly reno’d, util/int & TV incl. shared laundry n/s,n/p Jan 1st. $750. (250)558-5055 2bdrm, bright, spacious, huge master, sep.W/D, central location, $800/mo. 250-215-4564.

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NORTHLAND PROPERTIES Adult Living in a secure building.

On-site manager, 1 bedroom suite with AC and balcony, 3 appliances and access to pool and restaurant, underground parking.

No smoking. No pets.

1308 - 43 Street Sunday, 1:00-2:30 $289,000

MIDDLETON MOUNTAIN 108, 91 Middleton Way Sunday, 12:00-2:00 $434,900

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Suites, Lower

Townhouses

Cars - Domestic

Trucks & Vans

Legal Notices

Escorts

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1-bdrm suite spacious & light, util/cable/internet, shared laundry, storage, near Tronson Bella Vista, n/s, n/p, $750, Avail Jan 1 / Jan 15 549-4242 1 bedroom basement suite for 1 person in quiet East Hill neighbourhood, shared laundry, N/P, N/S, Utilities inc./ own phone & cable. $ 700/250-260-0447.

3-bdrm Mission Hill, laundry, yard, storage, very nice, bright, cat ok, $1075. incl util, Dec 15 or ? (250)558-8243 BRIGHT 1 bdr suite. Private laundry, entrance, storage & parking, N/S, N/P, reference req. Avail Immed, $695/mon includes util 250-275-0665 Bright 2bdrm lrg bsmt, n/s, n/p,near Courthouse,$800 incl. util. Dec15/Jan1 250-558-0933 COLDSTREAM 2bdrm + storage room,own level entrance + parking, own laundry/hook up. $750+ 1/2util. 250 503-7028 Furnished bachelor suite, n/s, n/p, private ent., $625 + d.d.

After 11am 250-549-2543.

Mission Hill 2bdrm, large walkout suite. Yard, view, parking, covered patio, laundry. Close to school, park, N/S N/P, Avail. Feb 1, $700 +1/2util. 250-545-5932 New large 1-bdrm, in modern subd. overlooking Enderby. $600 incl many extras, ns/np, Jan1 or sooner. 250-838-2323 Studio suite bright & new, Allenby Way area, quiet, clean, suits 1, no smoking, np, F/S, w/d, Avail Jan 1, $575 util/incl (250)309-6199

4Bdrm, 3.5 Bthrm, end unit @ Rock community, waiting for a long term lease Sorry, No sublet, n/s,n/p.$1,300 + All utilities.250-558--8860 gueon@live.ca

Bikini Babe Brooke 21, Island Barbie Tia 20, Sexxxy, Friendly, Fun 250-938-7154

MALE 4 Male Erotic Massage $95, waxing, intimate grooming & skin care for the face & back. Winfield, 9-9 Daily 250-766-2048

Auto Accessories/Parts 4 Motomaster Nordic icetrack winter tires, P175/70 R13, mounted on 4 bolt rims, used 1 season on older Honda Civic, tires & rims $200 obo 250545-2484 FREE Removal of unwanted vehicles etc. Dead or Alive Auto Recycling. Call Leo (250)550-5245 RE-MANUFACTURED ENGINES 2 Year, 60,000 km, Warranty.

250-542-2685.

WRECKING GM FWD CARS, motors from $250; trannies from $200; doors from $50. All parts on shelf. Since 1994.

Armstrong. 250-546-9055.

$

6,991

DL# 7385

WALTHERS Enterprises Ltd.

250-545-2206 2000 Saturn. Standard, A/C, winter tires. Chris 250-8627763, 250-309-7603 $1450.

Cars - Sports & Imports

P2604A

2007 Nissan Sentra Sedan

$

9,971

DL# 7385

WALTHERS Enterprises Ltd.

1994 Toyota Camry, 4cyl auto exc cond. Days (250)838-7278 weekends/eves 250-838-6306 Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca

Motorcycles Looking for a Suzuki Motorcycle, 2006+up, black pref, 1800cc+ will trade, Excutive class A Motorhome, diesel, 250-308-0977, (250)545-4653

Auto Financing - Dream Catcher, Apply Today! Drive Today!

Snowmobiles

1.800.910.6402

DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

1-800-910-6402

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2000 & 2002 Yamaha Mountain Max 600 Call Wade 250550-6364 or 250-549-2255

Sport Utility Vehicle

RA0579B

Cars - Domestic

2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara

$

10,971

DL# 7385

WALTHERS Enterprises Ltd.

P2533

250-545-2206

2007 Chevrolet Cobalt 4Dr

Trucks & Vans

$

7,495

DL# 7385

WALTHERS Enterprises Ltd.

250-545-2206

P2516H

2002 Pontiac Montana

$

6,997

Townhouses

DL# 7385

IMPECCABLE TOWNHOME Bella Vista Bright, secure 3 bedroom, 3½ bath, single attached garage, N/S, N/P. Available immediately. $ /mo + utilities.

1095

250-309-2436

P2543

2006 Chevrolet Aveo Hatchback

$

6,997

DL# 7385

WALTHERS Enterprises Ltd.

250-545-2206

WALTHERS Enterprises Ltd.

250-545-2206 Work Van 2000 Ford E150 $1,750 OBO Shelving inside, used by electrician.

Well maintained.

New brakes, new tires.

Good running order. Great deal.

250.308.7134

Sealed offers marked “6440” will be received at the Court Bailiffs office, located at 3120 30th Avenue, Vernon, B.C. up to and including 11:00 am on December 28th, 2011.

Escorts

1AA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Min $60 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 250-899-0460 SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars & trucks & heavy equipment. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10.

Call Toll Free 1.877.334.2288

1991 Prevost T/A Coach, Detroit Diesel Pusher, air ride, 50 passenger Bus, Allison 5spd transmission, am/fm cassette, lavatory, 3 TV monitors.

Adult

Scrap Car Removal

Call Pat 250-308-0938

OKANAGAN COURT BAILIFFS INC. offers for sale by sealed tender, interest of the goods of the following Debtor, William R. Smith, a director or officer of the World Hockey Association Corp. carrying on business as Oliver Jets, which are purported to be:

For further information and terms of sale please view online at www.interiorbailiffs. com, “Court BailiffsArea 9.”

250-545-2206

1 bedroom,1 bath Stacker laundry Private rural setting Small pet negotiable Non-smoker, non-partier $800/month, utilities & satellite TV included.

1600sqft 3bdrm reno’d, lg sunroom & LR w/stunning view of Vernon, w/d, f/s, d/w, 1.5bath, elect. heat, NS, Avail Jan. 1. $1200 +util. 250-938-8242.

1bdrm Downtown, N/S, W/D, cable, Wi-Fi & util.incl. $750./mo (250)260-3196 1bdrm, full bath, newly reno’d, n/s, avail Dec 15 $650 util incl.,Commonage Cr 307-8747 1bdrm, shared laundry, shared utilities, $500/mo 250558-3664 2 bdrm 2 bath, lrg immaculatesuite above Plant Bee on Bella Visa Rd, Avail immed. $925 incl Hydro. F/s, w/d, n/p, R.R. Phone Michelle 250-307-7549.

2bdrm $800 + 75% util, upper n/p, n/s, Evenings, or anytime Thurs & Sun (250)308-2929 2-bedroom suite in Lavington.

Beautiful country setting. F/S, W/D, N/S, N/P. $650/month +utilities avail Jan 1st 250938-4529 or View at http://Lavsuite.blogspot.com 3bdrm, 2 bath, Alexis Park area, 5-appl, fenced yard. $900.+util. 250-545-8048 3bdrm house East Hill, shared laundry, $1200. incl/cable/util &int Pet friendly 250-545-9698 3Bdrm, upstairs, large home, n/s, pets ok, shared laundry, 1.5 bath, Armstrong area. $1100/mo +util. Avail Jan 1 (250)307-4919 EastHill clean 3bdrm, upper level of house, avail Jan 1, incl 1 bath, 5 appls., digital cable, lrge deck, shared fenced backyard, n/s, n/p, $1050 +60% util. 250-558-0764

2007 Pontiac G5 Coupe

Auto Financing

Suites, Upper Lumby/Whitevale Large suite (850 sq ft)

P2482

Transportation

1996 Dodge Dakota, v6 auto, 192K, new battery, well maintained, $4200. (250)838-7500 1998 Ranger XLT 4x4 Ext Cab, Auto. Box liner, tool box.

New ball joints, brakes,battery, fuel pump & sensors, Studded Snow Tires all around. Dependable, Cheap to run. Nice truck $6900. 250-547-0081 2000 Ford F-150 super cab,4x4, only 72,000kms, fully loaded includes canopy and Winter tires. $9,850.00. obo.

250-549-9069 2003 Ford Windstar Sport, loaded, runs forever, sacrifice $2800 Firm 250-306-5539 2003 Tundra All Pro 4 x4, mint condition, canopy, 197,000 kms, standard cab, asking $14,500 (250) 549-6992 2006 Dodge Caravan, auto, v6 all power, cruise, senior, 93K, exc cond $8500.250-545-5993 2006 Ford F350 Lariat Crewcab, loaded, 4X4, offroad pkg, leather, 253,000 kms, ex cond. $16,400. Call 250-309 -8111 Need Christmas Cash? Cash factory Loans offers payday loans up to $800 using employment, CTB, EI or Pension, or Collateral Loans up to $10,000. Using almost any vehicle! No expensive debit/credit cards like the others! #6, 2601 Hwy 6 across from Tim Horton’s, or 503-1010.

Legal Notices

BEACH BUNNIES New First Class Spa #32-2789 Hwy 97 Blue Heights www.beachbunnies.ca 250-448-8854 We only hire the very best

Cuddly, Fun, Open Minded, + Size Beauty, 28, Jessica. 250938-7154 Lonely Need Healing Message! Baby Doll, Classy Private Studio. (250)548-3300

Swedish Massage, Sensual to Deep Tissue Exxxtreme Bliss.

In/Out 250-307-8174

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2007 DODGE CALIBER SXT

2006 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT

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B2731

$

10,995

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C0212

$

2008 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID 66 MPG B2451

15,900

AWD, air, tilt, cruise, PW, PL, PM, roof, alloys, local, 8,100 kms

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B2411

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2008 ACURA MDX NAVI

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2007 HONDA CRV EX-L

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$

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Auto, AC, PW, PL, PM, CD, XM, ABS, 6 air bags, 21,550 kms

2009 TOYOTA COROLLA CE

B2561

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2011 SUZUKI SX4 5DR JA

Auto., air, tilt, cruise, PW, PL, PM, sunroof, leather, alloys 66,250 kms

B2751

32,900 Auto., air, tilt, cruise, PW, PL, PM, roof, alloys, hist., 65,150 kms

2008 FORD ESCAPE LTD

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$

2008 HONDA CIVIC LX SR SDN

4 cyl., auto., air, tilt, cruise, PW, PL, PM, CD, alloys, roof, 65,455 kms

B2891

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$

12,995

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$ B2781

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16,995

See dealer for details. Ø due at signing OAC.

2008 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO 4X4

N OW !

STK#U5313.

Auto, A/C, cruise, roof rack, P/W, P/L, tilt, alloys WAS $18,995

* 16,987 OR $154B/W

$

2008 TOYOTA TACOMA TRD SR5 SPORT PKG 4X4

N OW !

STK#U5337-1.

Auto, A/C, cruise, P/W, P/L, tilt, alloys, boxliner, tow pkg.

WAS $25,995

** 22,995 OR $241B/W

$

2007 FORD EXPLORER XLT 4X4

N OW !

STK#U5198.

Auto, A/C, cruise, P/W, P/L, tilt, alloys, side steps, tow pkg WAS $16,995

** 13,969 OR $148B/W

$

2007 GMC SIERRA 2500 HD SLE EXT CAB 4X4

N OW !

STK#U5296.

6.6L, Duramax DIESEL, Auto, A/C, cruise, P/W, P/L, tilt, alloys, tow pkg WAS $28,995

** 24,996 OR $261B/W

$

2007 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC XLT 4X4

N OW !

STK#U5303.

Auto, A/C, cruise, P/W, P/L, tilt, alloys, boxliner WAS $18,995

** 14,617 OR $155B/W

$

2007 DODGE CARAVAN SE STK#U5116.

Auto, A/C, cruise, P/W, P/L, tilt, roof rack WAS $12,995

N OW !

** 9,995 OR $107B/W

$

2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING TOURING STK#U5398-1.

Auto, A/C, P/W, P/L, remote start, alloys WAS $8,995

N OW !

6,995

$

2004 DODGE DAKOTA SLT 4X4

N OW !

STK#U5421.

Auto, A/C, clean, cruise, tilt, local, low mileage, alloys WAS $11,995

10,995

$

2000 FORD F-150 XLT SUPERCAB 4X4 STK#U5403.

5.4L, Low Kms, A/C, Tilt, Cruise, P/W, P/L WAS $10,995

N OW !

8,995

$

PURCHASE PRICE DOES NOT INCL. DOC FEES & TAXES. *BIWEEKLY PAYMENTS BASED ON 72 MTHS @ 7.29%. **BASED ON 60 MONTHS @ 7.29%.

*Certified Sales Professionals *Full Time Business Manager *Open 6 Days A Week

6425 Hwy. 97N,VERNON (on top of the Swan Lake Auto Mile)

www.sunshinehonda.ca

250-545-0531

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purchase one of these vehicles!

DL #8718

www.swanlakemotors.com

6285 Hwy 97 North Vernon, B.C. (Across from Squires Pub) DL#30886

250-260-2791 • 1-800-260-SWAN(7926)

B32 Friday, December 16, 2011 - The Morning Star

www.vernonmorningstar.com

BUTCHER BOYS FOOD MARKET LOOK to us for…Holiday Trimmings!

GRADE “A” TURKEYS Turkeys

HAMS

Fresh

Butcher Boys Priced

1.39

LB. B.

STANDING RIB ROASTS CUT FROM ALBERTA GRAIN FED BEEF, AA OR BETTER, AGED A MINIMUM OF 21 DAYS. CAP REMOVED

Butcher Boys Trimmed Lean

LB.

7.99

ALSO: FRESH DUCKS, GEESE, NATURALLY RAISED TURKEYS, FRESH TURKEY PARTS AND CUSTOM CUTS

FLETCHERS. FROZEN

375 GR EA.

2.99

FROZEN

900 GR EA.

DELMONTE

PARKAY

MARGARINE QUARTERS

Butcher Boys Priced

1.28 KG

EA.

OCEANSPRAY

COCKTAILS

CRANBERRY, RASPBERRY AND RUBY RED

3.78 L MOTT’S

EA.

5.99

PLUS DEPOSIT AND ENVIRO

CLAMATO JUICE

EXTRA SPICY, ORIGINAL, THE WORKS + DEP. & ENVIRO.

1.89 L

2 6.00

Butcher Boys Priced

85 GR

OYSTERS

3 4.00 FOR

.99

EA.

DRESSINGS

2 6.00 FOR

KRAFT PHILADELPHIA CREAM CHEESE

BRICK AND SOFT. REGULAR AND LIGHT. ASSORTED VARIETIES.

2 7.00 FOR

NALLEY’S

CHIP DIP

ASSORTED VARIETIES.

Priced

.99

225 GR

2 5.00 2 6.00 FOR

750 GR

.49

100% PREMIUM. ASSORTED VARIETIES

FOR

1.36 L

FLOUR

Butcher Boys Priced

10 KG

EA.

CHIPITS

ASSORTED VARIETIES

250 350 GR

2 7.00 FOR

JELLY POWDERS

ASSORTED VARIETIES

Butcher Boys Priced

85 GR

5 3.00 FOR

KRAFT “JETS”

MARSHMALLOWS

Butcher Boys Priced

6.99 LINDSAY

BLACK OLIVES

2 7.00

Butcher Boys Priced

FOR

24’S

TROPHY ALOHA 80% PEANUTS TS S

Butcher Boys Priced

375 ML

2 5.00 FOR

HELLMANN’S REAL MAYONNAISE REGULAR, LIGHT, OLIVE VE E OIL. OIL

PICKLES

MOLSON

Butcher Boys Priced

3.99 7.99

EXCEL BEER

NON-ALCOHOL

d Butcher Boys Price

Butcher Boys Priced

LB.

COLESLAW 16 OZ. BAG

MIXED NUTS

2 6.00

Butcher Boys Priced

FOR

300 GR VOETS

Butcher Boys Priced

EA.

300 GR DAIRYLAND Butcher Boys Priced

BUTCHER BOYS

HASHBROWNS

Butcher Boys Priced

Butcher Boys Priced

340 GR BAG

10 LB. BAG

Prices in effect from December 16 to December 24, 2011

1 KG

2 4.00 FOR

TENDERFLAKE 9” REGULAR

320 GR DEEP DISH

350 GR

PIE SHELLS

2 7.00 FOR

CREAMO

10%

3.99

2 5.00 FOR

CRANBERRIES

EA.

Butcher Boys Priced

Butcher Boys Priced

1 LITRE

2 6.00 FOR

DAIRYLAND

SOUR CREAM

REGULAR, LIGHT,, FAT FREE

RUSSET POTATOES

EA.

3.99

DAIRYLAND

WHIPPING CREAM

.69 1.29 1.99 2.99 EA.

McCAINS

COFFEE

REGULAR, DRIP AND WHOLE BEAN

EA. 1 LITRE 12 x 355 ML PLUS DEPOSIT AND ENVIRO 500 ML FRESH CANADA #1 U.S. GROWN FRESH EXPRESS OCEANSPRAY

GARDEN SALAD 12 OZ. BAG

1.66 L EA.

TART SHELLS

SWEET GHERKINS AND SWEET PICKLED ONIONS

BICKS

2 7.00

Butcher Boys Priced

1.79

McLARENS MANZANILLA OLIVES

400 GR

FOR

CRANBERRIES

3”

3 5.00

890 ML EA.

BABY DILLS, SWEET MIXED, YUM YUM. ASSORTED VARIETIES

ASSORTED FLAVOURS

SWEETENED AND UNSWEETENED

FOR

398 ML

3.50

FOR

EA.

PITTED. ASSORTED VARIETIES.

Butcher Boys Priced

JOHNSONVILLE BRAND. ASSORTED VARIETIES.

2 5.00 FROZEN DESSERT

Butcher Boys Priced

348 ML

4.99

BREYERS “CLASSIC”

JELLIED AND WHOLE

2 4.00 FOR

JUICE

LB.

1.39 SAUSAGE 1.19 375 GR EA. 1.09

PLUS DEPOSIT AND ENVIRO

OCEANSPRAY

ALL PURPOSE WHITE

HERSHEY

JELLO

SUNRYPE

3 6.00

WESTERN FAMILY

.99

YAMS CELERY LB.

POTATO CHIPS

JUMBO, MINI, I, ORIGI ORI ORIGINAL L

FOR

#1 MEDIUM

Butcher Boys Priced

OLD DUTCH

STUFFING

PEAS, CORN, MIXED VEGETABLES, BEANS. ASSORTED VARIETIES.

EA.

BX BRAND SAUSAGE LYONER ............... /100 GR

EA.

GREEN GIANT FROZEN VEGETABLES

106 GR

DESSERT BARS ORIGINAL CAKERIE, 1/4 LB. SLAB .. EA. 8.99

REGULAR AND CALORIE-WISE

250 GR

DELI

ARMSTRONG CHEESE MILD OR MOZZARELLA .. /100 GR

Butcher Boys Priced

475 ML

5.00

DINNER BUNS WHITE OR 60% WHOLE WHEAT ......DOZ. 2.79

TURKEY, CHICKEN, CORNBREAD

Butcher Boys Priced

3.99

500 GR EA.

OLD FASHIONED HAM FREYBE ...................... /100 GR

220 GR

KRAFT SALAD

BX BRAND.

MULTI-GRAIN BREAD 450 GR ..................EA. 2.49

398 ML

ASSORTED VARIETIES

iced

2 10.00 FOR

Fresh! LB. Fre from our in-store Bakery Ovens!

Fresh

BRUNSWICK SARDINES Butcher Boys Pr

LOCAL BONANZA BRAND. OLD FASHIONED QUALITY

ASSORTED VARIETIES

FOR

CLOVERLEAF SMOKED

BACON

SPLIT TIP REMOVED. LOCAL COLONIAL FARMS PRODUCT

PINEAPPLE

112-120 GR

3.49

CHICKEN WINGS GARLIC LINKS

Butcher Boys Priced

2.99

BUTT OR SHANK PORTION • BONE-IN. LOCAL BONANZA QUALITY HAMS. OLD FASHIONED SMOKEY FLAVOUR.

GRIMM’S, ASSORTED VARIETIES

SLICED, CRUSHED, DESSERT BITS, CHUNKS

STOVE TOP

2.39

SAUSAGE RINGS 375 GR

4.99

LB.

PORK LOIN ROASTS

SINGLE PRICE $5.49 EA.

SAUSAGE MEAT STUFFING BUTTERBALL.

Butcher Boys Priced

AVAILABLE FOR CHRISTMAS

FROZEN • UNDER 15 LBS. WITH $50 GROCERY ORDER (EXCLUDING TOBACCO BONELESS. FRESH HORMONE AND TURKEY) LIMIT OF 1 PER CUSTOMER. FREE JOHNSTON PACKERS PORK OVER LIMIT PRICE: $1.79 PER LB. Butcher Boys Qualit y LB.

SALE EFFECTIVE FROM DEC. 16 - 24, 2011

Butcher Boys Priced

2 5.00

FOR 500 ML CHINESE MANDARIN

ORANGES

riced Butcher Boys P

5 LB. BOX

3.49

EA..

OPEN DEC. 24 FROM 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM CLOSED CHRISTMAS DAY & BOXING DAY WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES

www@butcherboys.ca • 4803 P.V. ROAD (Corner of Pleasant Valley and Silver Star Road) • Proudly Independent - Locally Owned & Operated by Butcher Boys Ent. Ltd.