Wednesday May 17th , 2023
The Atlin Whisper
“Never doubt that a small group of committed citizens can change the world.”
Margaret MeadSTRANGE ENCOUNTERS
WITH MY GUITAR HEROES - Pt 3
Howard Roberts, Joe Pass, Ralph Towner, The ‘A’ team JOE PASSIn my youth, I was part of a cadre of guitar teachers attached to a small music store. We were ambitious, reasonably talented and quite full of ourselves - an untenable position which got corrected almost immediately.
In any event, three of us decided to strike out on our own and start our own teaching studio. Shortly after its formation, my two partners thought it would be a fine idea to turn it into a full fledged music store - not a good choice for yours truly - a guy who thought ‘wholesale‘ meant a good deal when you bought the whole chicken. The result was a joint called ‘Iron Music‘ - a successful place that lasted for some time and eventually went into making instruments - Odyssey guitars.
My old partners, Ken Lindemere and Bob Gribling, had the bright idea of bringing in a well known jazz guitarist to do a clinic at the store, along with a concert at a local jazz club. They were lucky enough to get Joe Pass.
The event was a huge success. Shortly afterwards, Ken and I decided to take a trip down to Los Angeles to hear some music and, at the same time, visit Joe at his home in the valley. I was excited, partially because I knew we had an ace in the hole that would make us welcome visitors.
You see, Joe smoked cigars, and there was a ban on goods coming into the U.S. from Cuba at the time. There was no such ban in Canada, so Ken cleverly smuggled a box of Cubans into the country, and we were in like Flint.
The next thing we knew, there we were - two Canadian guitar playing chumps hanging at Joe Pass’ house. Joe was in the middle of recording his solo ‘Virtuoso’ series, and he was dragging out the D'Aquisto archtop he had used for the sessions - sessions that used a microphone on many of the tracks to capture the acoustic sound of the guitar. He handed it to me.
It was slimmer than I anticipated, but the sound fairly sprang off that carved archtop. I could see why he wanted to record it acoustically.
“Are you mostly playing this these days?” I asked.
“Not so much,” he replied, “I still like my old Gibson.”
He grabbed that famous old Gibson ES 175 off the guitar stand, turned to me and said,
“You wanna play a tune?”
“Sure,” I replied. I was scared to death.
“Some Day My Prince Will Come?”
“You bet.”
It was a great afternoon. We walked out of there with our heads in the clouds.
Joe was a kind, patient and humble man. He was also one of the best Jazz guitarists on earth.
THE ‘A’ TEAM
During the late 70’s I found myself spending a fair bit of time in L.A. I often stayed at a little motel on Ventura Blvd., in North Hollywood - right in the middle of the activity that was currently taking place in the studios, the clubs and in Laurel Canyon. It was an exciting time.
After one of my visits with Bob Grebb at Playback. he suggested I head over to the union hall to see a rehearsal of Tony Rizzi’s guitar group - a group that had, as its core, five electric guitars. A band called ’Supersax’ was currently taking the jazz world by storm. It took the solos of famous alto saxophonist Charlie Parker, and harmonized them for five parts. It was blistering.
Anyway, Rizzi thought the same could be done for guitar, featuring the solos of early guitar legend Charlie Christian. And sure enough …
I showed up at the rehearsal hall muttering, ‘Bob sent me,’ and they ushered me in. And there they were - five of the top studio/jazz guitar players in the city - to the best of my memory, Mitch Holder, Barry Zweig, Lee Ritenour, Jimmy Wyble and Tony Rizzi. And there were, from all accounts, fifteen more of the same caliber available to sub at a moment’s notice. Welcome to L.A.
The sound of five guitars playing the harmonized parts of Charlie Christian’s solos was stunning.
LANDFILL
SPRING/SUMMER HOURS
SATURDAY-MONDAY
CLOSED ON ALL BC STATUTORY HOLIDAYS
Victoria Day - Closed Monday, May 22nd ….…. Open May 20, 21, 23
Canada Day - Closed Saturday, July 1st …… Open July 2, 3, 4
BC Day - Closed Monday, Aug 7th …...…. Open Aug 5, 6, 8
Labour Day - Closed Monday, Sept 4th ………... Open Sept 2, 3, 5
National Day for Truth & Reconciliation - Closed Saturday, Sept 30 … Open Oct 1, 2, 3
Thanksgiving Day - Closed Monday, Oct 9th ... Open Oct 7, 8, 10
HOURS
11 AM - 4 PM
Operated by the Atlin Community Improvement District
The Historic Globe Theatre
The Rubies
String Trio
Friday May 26, 2023
The Rubies are a string trio featuring Claire Ness on vocals and guitar, Keitha Clark on fiddle and Genesee Keevil on upright bass.
These three Whitehorse ladies have a grand ole down-home time together.
Playing a mix of Keitha’s traditional fiddle tunes, and Claire’s original country-bluesy folk songs and odes to the Yukon.
Doors Open 7:30
Concert Starts 8:00
Tickets $20 in advance, $25 @ the door
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/631836448827
Email exploreatlinsales@gmail.com
Coffee/Tea Service Available by Donation
We are respectfully asking that everyone who attends comes in good health, and is not required to be in quarantine
Heather Keny Owner/Operator Explore Atlin exploreatlinsales@gmail.com @ExploreAtlinSaturdayJune10
May Summary
Musicians
SaturdayMay26
The Ruby’s Trio
String Trio – Guitar, Fiddle, Bass
WednesdayJune28
Carlos del Junco Anne Lindsay
Blues Harmonica Violin
https://www.carlosdeljunco.com
Sunday May 21:
https://www.anne-lindsay.com
SeePostersforDetails
Movies
PBS The African Americans – Many Rivers to Cross Part 1
Doors Open 7:00 Runs 7:30 – 9:30
Presented by Professor Heny Louis Gates
Documentary: This series explores the evolution of the African American people, as well as the multiplicity of cultural institutions, political strategies, and religious and social perspectives they developed.
Sunday May 28:
Butch Cassidy & The Sundance Kid
Doors Open 7:00 Runs 7:30 – 9:30
Starring: Paul Newman, Robert Redford
Directed by: George Roy Hill
Western: Notorious outlaws Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid once ruled the dusty towns & breathtaking vistas of the Old West. When a relentless “superposse” picks up their trail, they realize their days are numbered.
Presented by Heather Keny
Facebook: @ExploreAtlin Email exploreatlinsales@gmail.com
Atlin Community Improvement District
2023 Atlin FireSmart Assessment & Education Project
A 2023 extension has been granted for the 2022 - Community Resiliency InvestmentFireSmart Community Funding & Supports Program
The program is intended to develop the Atlin FireSmart Assessment & Education Project
➢ Encourage citizens through education to adopt & conduct FireSmart practices to mitigate negative impacts of wildfire
➢ Help willing homeowners by conducting FireSmart home & property assessments
➢ Offer homeowners a local rebate program for eligible FireSmart activities
Registration: May 11 – 31, 2023
Local Rebate Eligibility Requirements
The FireSmart Team will meet with you on your property in June to discuss practices to mitigate negative impacts of wildfire.
Required FireSmarting must be completed by October 1, 2023.
The assessment team must be able to complete the 2nd assessment of your property between October 1-15, 2023.
Application forms will be available May 11th.
Look for them in your PO Box, at the post office, or contact the ACID by email for a form to be emailed to you.
Applicant numbers may be limited.
Atlin Community Improvement District PO Box 388 Atlin BC V0W 1A0
Phone/Fax: 250-651-7582 Email: atlincid@gmail.com
NORTHERN HOMES REAL ESTATE
43.6 Acres
Beautifully maintained, inside and out, this cozy 2 bedroom home is so private featuring a second cottage with sleeping loft (often used as B&B), a third cabin for guests, great garage/workshop, plus various other craft/work shops and fencing. Mountain views in every direction plus short walk to Atlin Lake sandy beaches. Just waiting for you! Viewing by appointment ONLY!
$597,000
Pearl Street
1700 sq.ft. historical building suited for combination comfortable living plus retail. Living room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms and 3rd huge room to adapt to your needs! Recent extensive foundation and roof restoration plus interior renovations utilizing the original wood and fixtures. This is original “Atlin” and your opportunity!
$395,000
4th Street
400 sq.ft., one bedroom cabin plus large workshop on two adjoining 50x100 lots, fully fenced. Quiet location with lots of room for expansion. Great potential for expansion.
$275,000
Warm Bay Road
This gem is off grid, well maintained and absolutely the perfect retreat. 2 bedrooms, large open dining/living room, galley kitchen and spacious pantry. Storage in walk out cellar plus numerous outbuildings. Bonus is a warm spring flowing through year around!
$239,000
Lake View
A great view awaits in this well built, 2 level home with a fabulous open floorplan on the upper level with a master bedroom plus storage! The lower level boasts 2 extra bedrooms or bedroom and games room. Almost 1700 sq.ft., lots of room for the entire family and guests to enjoy! Dbl garage on lower level plus another garage for all those extras like boats, quads, sleds.
$535,000 SOLD
5 Acres
With power, small log cabin, tenant occupied near the upper end of the acreage, application for subdivision has been submitted/approved to create two 2.5 acre parcels. Slope facing Atlin Lake. Build your dream home to take advantage of the view and keep the tenant as caretaker! Or build a series of guest cabins! Your imagination is your only limitation!
$237,000 SOLD
Fourth of July
Basic lake side cabin, 3 bedrooms, lots of big windows, hidden in the trees, on .544 acres, leased lot until 2042. Very private! 61,500 SOLD
4th of July
.78 acres of Crown Land lease, gated, partly cleared, the perfect spot to keep your RV and recreational necessities, there for year around enjoyment. Lease term to 2042.
$53,500
HIDDEN GEM
This stunning gem in an Enchanted Forest has been lovingly crafted by the hands of this talented owner – never to be duplicated! On 4 acres with guest cabins and a short walk to hidden lakes plus easy access to the highway,
$399,000 SOLD
STUNNING – Inside and Outside
Incredible views, quiet location and fabulous home. 1700 sq.ft. on main level, beautifully renovated with gyproc interior, lots of updated windows, open floor plan, kitchen, dining area, living room, bar/games room plus 2 bedrooms. Basement offers 3 more bedrooms, two baths, kitchenette and large living room with ground level access. One of a kind waiting for you.
$349,000 SOLD
Mi 43 Atlin Highway
34+ acres of land, surrounded by grazing lease, with 1700 sq.ft., 2 BR, full basement home, great well, septic field, solar and generator plus lots of extras. If you wish, will come with 2 loveable nags who consider this home. Quick possession is possible.
$535,000 SOLD
Call Myrna at (250) 775-1019
I will be in Atlin May 26 & 27 depending on Fire risk
Leave message via text or email myrnablake1@gmail.com
While I am travelling Email above plus satellite at myrnablake1@zoleo.com
Go to northernhomesbc.ca for more details.
FOR SALE
– Atlin Property at corner of 3rd Street and Pearl Avenue
In the middle of the Atlin townsite but tucked away for tranquility and privacy.
General info:
• Total property size fully fenced: 3 lots (12,600 sqft, ~0.3 acres)
• Finished area: 1050 sqft – living space all on one floor
• Interiors extensively renovated in 2009
• Cistern with 2300 litres capacity
• Septic tank and field – redone in 2020
• Wood heat with Pioneer Princess wood cook stove hand-crafted by the Amish; back up oil and electrical heating
• R65 insulation in ceiling/attic
Features:
• 2 arctic entrances
• 2 bedrooms
• 1 full bathroom (and 1 outhouse)
• Open kitchen, dining and living area
• Storage room with cedar wood infra-red sauna
• Large root cellar below
• Oversized garage with ample parking and storage space
• Large woodshed with some wood
• 2 additional storage sheds
• Appliances: washing machine, stove, fridge
Price: $330,000
Serious inquiries at cziegler@unb.ca
Spacious backyard with greenhouse (6x12 feet) and three raised garden beds, various fruit trees and shrubs (cherry, apple, haskap, saskatoon, raspberries etc.) and an outhouse. Property right next to the Alkali slough with great accessibility to walking and cross-country ski trails and with a view of Atlin MountainBIG WATER SOCIETY COUNSELLING SERVICE
COUNSELLOR: Katie Israel, GN, MA, RCC
At Big Water Society we recognize the realities of human experiences, the diversity of innate worlds and states through these experiences, and we believe that we can, when we connect and share these experiences. Be it traumatic experiences, emotional turbulences, depressive and anxious states, we are here to join hands with you and work through your unique experience. You do not have to go it alone.
Phone: (250) 651-2189; (867)334-9524
Email: bwscounsellor@bigwatersociety.org
“Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly. I can never be what I ought to be until you are what you ought to be. This is the interrelated structure of reality – Martin Luther King, J r
Please note that requests for same day water delivery must be received no later than 11 am of said day.
Thank you!
Water delivery and Sewer Removal are available
Monday through Friday
Did you know we sell and service Toyo Stoves? We offer competitive pricing on the latest models. Call the office for more information
Phone 250-651-7463
Email grizzlyhomeservices@gmail.com
Mailing address is Box 318, Atlin BC V0W 1A0
Office hours – Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 8 am - noon
With thanks, Dana and Mary Hammond
Does it break your heart When a saxophone hits notes That make you weep?
Does it rock your soul When a saxophone blows hurt From way down deep?
Will your heart open up To trust once more So love can walk in the door?
Jeff Salmon
Did you know that Big Water Society provides the community with FREE professional mental wellness counselling?
If you feel you would like to talk to Katie Israel, please call her at:
250-651-2189 or 867-334-9524
GARY HILL’S – CUSTOM, FISH REPRODUCTIONS
PHONE 250 651 7553
EMAIL – garyphill59@gmail.com
7 MONARCH Drive – ATLIN – BC. V0W 1A0
WEB SITE – http://gary-hill.com
Back in Atlin -hooray!
The Geological Survey is planning work out of Atlin this summer and is again looking to rent a house (for a fifth time) which we can care for from late June to early August. If you have a suitable place sitting vacant, please contact me.
Mitch.mihalynuk@gov.bc.ca or 778.698.7226.
Thanks!
WANTED
Hi! I’m looking for antiques! Outdoor and indoor items/furniture.
If you think you have something interesting for sale or to give away, please call me at 250-651-2111 or email me at: a.remon@me.com
Thank you!
Amélie Remon Custom Fish Art- Fiberglas and Wood GARY HILL’S FISH ART“Saxophone”
George Holman 250-651-7717 or Marj Holman 250-651-7758
Spring hours effective April 1, 2023
Monday to Saturday 9am – 5pm
Sunday 11am – 4pm
New bakery chef with take out options!
~Weekly freight truck run on Mondays and freight runs available upon request~
The Atlin Community Improvement District is beginning a process of community engagement to learn from Atlin residents about priorities and topics of interest. This process will help to inform:
-representation of the Atlin community
-learnings for a future Atlin Official Community Plan update
Please watch for surveys and opportunities to share your voice, priorities, and dreams for the community.
If you are interested in contributing your skills and ideas to the engagement initiative, consider joining the working group! Details to come.
Contact: atlincommunityengagement@gmail.com
Atlin Christian Centre Affiliated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada
Service and Sunday School Sunday
11 a.m.
Come join us!
250-691-0128
Mountain Shack
Café Restaurant
Fast Fancy Food
Great Service
110 Discovery Avenue
In Atlin, B.C. EAT IN OR TAKE OUT
Wednesday thru Monday
250-651-7789
St. Martin’s Anglican Church
10 a.m. Sunday
Everyone welcome!
MOBILE WELDING SERVICE
AVAILABLE
Contact: Alain Vanier 250-651-0037
Reasonable Rates!
Smallwood Enterprises Ltd
We provide Concrete, Drain Rock, Screed gravel, Sand, Topsoil and Septic systems. We also provide Equipment Rentals, Excavations, Covered Storage, Firewood and Snow Removal. Please call (250) 651-2488 or email bobscontracting2020 @gmail.com
Sewing
Machine
Cleaning, Repair, &Setup Terry
250651-7769
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Joy is not in things; It is in us. Richard Wagner
