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Friday, Nov. 29, 2013 Vol. 3, No. 42building Nelson & area community since 1988
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Send these folks to GuatemalaSelkirk College nursing students hold fundraiser for trip
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Selkirk Collage nursing students and their instructors are excited about their 2014 hands-on learning trip to Guatemala
Simple food in rich com-pany and common purpose – all of this is offered in a festive Guatemalan beans and Rice dinner to be held
at 6pm, Friday december 6th, at Nelson’s united Church on Silica St.
The event is the first major fundraising effort for
the next trip. Cost is $10 at the door, and children are welcome. Also visit them at Save-On Saturday, Nov. 30 from 11:00 – 5:00 at the
Spin ‘n’ Wheel for a chance to win a ticket to the din-ner!
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Rentals2 BDRM UPHILL heritage house available Dec. 1st. On bus route, N/S, N/P $1,200/mth + utilities. 250-352-0920SMALL QUIET CABIN in Beasley Available Immediately. $675 Utilities Included. Suitable for 2 Max. Pet Negotiable. Loft Sleeping area Firepit Area. Damage Deposit and References a must Call Heather: 250-551-0807
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BLEWETT SCHOOL CHRISTMAS Craft Faire Dec 6 2:30-8 p.m. Dec 7 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $2 admission Tables $30 available. Email: [email protected]
a live streaming of her performance from the Streaming Cafe in Kelowna
Expressions CafeSaturday, Nov. 30, 7 p.m.no cover chargeExperience the world of connectedness through technology in an intimate setting. t 554 Ward St.
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Harp pixie perfromsFriday, Nov. 29, 7:30 p.m. at Expressions Cafe, 554 Ward St
dawna (HarpPixie) mcLennan is an emerging singer-songwriter-harp-er-spokenword-poet, who released a debut Cd titled ‘Silence becomes Song’, September 2013. She plays the folk harp: a large, and sculptural, thirty-six-string instrument capableof deep resonant bass tones, as well as crystalline soprano tones. Harp Pixie resides in the tiny village of Kaslo.
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MenuFood DeliverySunday to Thursday: 5 p.m. - Midnight
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2013 CP Holiday TrainTrain of lights bring its magic to Nelson, Wednesday Dec. 11
This year the Train of Lights will be in Nelson to raise money, food, toys and awareness. The request is that you bring a non-parishable food item, such as canned pasta sauce, canned meat, peanut butter, rice etc. or a cash donation to the Railway Crossing at Lakeside Park for the Holiday Train event here in Nelson. For addition-al information, photos, a route map and downloadable pictures of the two trains visit:
LINK: www.cpr.ca
Write for RightsSaturday, Dec. 7 from 10-1p.m. at the Nelson Public Library and Sunday Dec. 8 from 11-3 p.m. at Oso Negro
The Nelson chapter of Amnesty international will be sponsoring the annual Amnesty international Global Write for Rights letter writ-ing event as part of international Human Rights day. People all over the world will write letters support-ing human rights defenders identi-fied by Amnesty international. We invite you all to join us – a simple letter can make a huge difference.
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Carnival of WondersFriday, Nov. 29, 7 p.m. at the Prestige Lakeside Resort
At the Womagarium: Carnival of Wonders, guests will be transported back to golden age of the travelling carnival and explore the mysteries of the imagination with some of the city’s finest performers, a stellar silent auction, and other carnival-esque fun with all proceeds going directly to supporting the Nelson and district Women’s Centre.
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Elves are Coming Back!Friday, December 6 at 5:30 p.m. at the 300 & 400 blocks of Baker Street
elf Walk returns to baker Street for it’s second year, bigger and better than before. building on the success of last year’s event, elf Walk is back to welcome Santa back to baker. For up-to-date information on the event and essential elf Tips, check out the elf Walk facebook page.
LINK: http://www.facebook.com/ElfWalk
The Christmas PantomimeDec.5, 6, 7 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 7, 8 at 2 p.m. Capitol Theatre
The Capitol Theatre presents its 26th Anniversary Christmas Pantomime “Rapunzel” directed by Karen Agnew showcasing a cast of 55! Tickets are $15 Adult $10 Student/Senior $45 Family of 4. buy online at:capitoltheatre.bc.ca or phone
250 352-6363
Unplugged SessionsSaturday, Nov. 30, 1 - 3 p.m. 523 Front St, Ellison’s Cafe
Hot Tin Can is alt folk duo from Winlaw who perform two part har-monies on guitars and harmonica. The June Apples are 4 women with a deep reverence for old time and bluegrass music. From old time ballads to foot stompin’ kick-up-the-dirt tunes, they will be sure to entertain.
For more info check out facebook:LINK:
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Acoustic-Unplugged-Sessions/134317453293369
Selkirk Chamber OrchestraSelkirk Pro-Musica presents Camerata Strings, Monday, Dec. 9, 7:30 p.m. at St. Saviour’s Anglican Church
Nine well-known members of the Selkirk Chamber Orchestra have come together as “Camerata Strings” to prepare an evening of glorious string music. On the program will be mozart’s joyful divertimento in d, Handel’s Concerto Grosso Op. 6 # 7, barber’s deeply moving Adagio for Strings, and the ever popular elgar Serenade. tickets are $15 at Otter books or at the door. For more infor-mation, call Wendy Herbison at
250-229-5487
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Live Nativity on Baker StreetFriday, Dec. 13, 6 pm - 8 pm 600 block Baker St, Nelson
CHRiSTmAS ON bAKeR- 6 -8 pm; Live Nativity Scene, music, Free Refreshments, 600 block baker St.
Art Show openingFriday Nov. 29, 7-9 p.m. Touchstones Nelson: Museum of Art and History502 Vernon Street, Nelson
david Alexander: The Shape of Place (gallery A) will survey his career of over 30 years with vibrant large scale landscape paintings.LINK: www.touchstonesnelson.ca
Live Streamed ConcertSaturday, Nov. 30, 7 p.m. Expressions Cafe 554 Ward St.
experience the world of connected-ness through technology in an intimate setting. a live streaming of Samantha Savage Smith’s performance from the Streaming Cafe in Kelowna. No cover.
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Annual Kaslo Light Up CelebrationSaturday, Dec. 7, on Front Street in downtown Kaslo
Alternate street parking available due to parade and events. Fun for the whole family with the largest bon fire on a main street in the Kootenays starting at 4 p.m. cozy restaurants, music, craft fairs and a children’s scavenger hunt. Santa’s parade is at 6 p.m. followed by Santa’s workshop at 6:30 onward at the Kaslo Hotel. Late night shopping too! Come out and have some good old fashioned fun!”
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December 5, 6, 7 at 7:30
December 7, 8 at 2 pm
Tickets$15 Adult
$10 Student $45 Family
of four
Charge by phone 250.352.6363 or buy online www.capitoltheatre.bc.ca
Sponsoredby. . .
26th Annual CapitolChristmas
PantomimeDirected by
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Arts & EntertainmentNelson Killjoys benefit Scrimmage
“How the Killjoys Smashed Christmas”Saturday Nov. 30, Doors open at 2:30, game starts at 3 p.m. at the Skate Venue, Vernon St. (old Extra Foods)
Nelson Killjoys (reigning West Kootenay Roller derby champions) vs Challengers benefit scrimmage. $10 Admission with $1 per item donated up to 5. donations accept-ed for the Nelson Food Cupboard, KAAP (Kootenay Animal Assistance Program), and Coats for the Koots. They will be serving beer and hot drinks, and selling baked goods. There will also be a ‘Surprise Gift Opening’ fundraiser, where for a donation you can open a present that guarantees a prize donated from a local busi-ness, from discounted coupons to Whitewater Ski day passes! The face-book event can be found here:
http://www.facebook.com/events/437627573009080/
Hanukkah CelebrationWednesday, Dec. 4, 7:30 p.m. The Old Church Hall, 602 Kootenay St.
The Nelson Jewish community invites everyone to an evening of cer-emony, music and dance to celebrate Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights.
Tickets are $10 in advance at Otter books or $15 at the door. Children 12 and under are free.
Guests are invited to bring a des-sert or snack to share as well as non-alcoholic beverages. dancing shoes are recommended..
Fair Trade for PeaceFriday Dec. 6, 5 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 402 Victoria Street (the second floor of the Nelson Legion Building)
Selfdesign High is holding their annual Fair Trade for Peace market organized by youth and mentors, cul-tivating an awareness of how we, as first world consumers, impact the far reaches of the world with our pur-chases.
There will be a wide variety of crafts including home décor, textiles, and many gifts. All ages are welcome. There will be children’s activities and a cafe.
LINK: http://www.selfdesign-high.org/
Light Up the Hospital! Pledge Day: Friday, December 6, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Winter Wonderland, Chahko Mika Mall
enjoy Christmas music from local school choirs, buy your ticket for the Canadian diamond Necklace Raffle, drop off your donation and pick a gift from under the tree, and so much more!
Visit www.klhf.org or call 250-354-2334 for more info
A Child’s Christmas in WalesFriday, Dec. 20 at 7:30 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre
Celebrate the holidays at the Capitol with Nelson Youth Theatre’s gift-to-the-community presentation of dylan Thomas’ “A Child’s Christmas in Wales.” Advanced Tickets are $15 Rush seating by donation (minimum $2). buy reserve seats online at:capitoltheatre.bc.ca or phone
250 352-6363
Artist in Residence at Oxygen Wuulhu – Bracken Hanuse CorlettArtist Talk: Thursday, Dec. 5 from 7-9 p.m.Workshops: Saturday, Dec. 7 & 14 from 1-4 p.m.
The Oxygen Art Centre wel-comes NorthWest Coast multimedia artist bracken Hanuse Corlett as Artist in Residence for the month of december. Corlett hails from the Wuikinuxv and Klahoose Nations where he draws much of his inspira-tion from in making his art.
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Capitol theatre Upcoming shows:
Capitol Theatre Annual Christmas Pantomime “RAPUNZEL”
December 5/6/7 at 7:30 p.m. Dec.7/8 at 2 p.m.Art at the Capitol: Carol Reynolds reception tuesday December 10 at 5 - 7 p.m.
Buy tickets at www.capitoltheatre.bc.ca
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QuickLinksGE foods and human health
Friday, Dec. 6, 7-9 p.m. at the Nelson United Church, 602 Silica Street, is free to the public
Two renowned Canadian scientists, drs Thierry Vrain and Shiv Chopra, will be arriving in Nelson, as part of a cross Canada Speaker’s Tour. They will answer questions and concerns regard-ing genetically engineered (Ge, also called genetically modified or Gm) foods and human health. For more information on the Nelson event contact the Kootenay Co-op at:
250-354-4077 or www.kootenay.coop
biographies and details of the tour: gefreebc.wordpress.com/
gefoodstourwww.facebook.com/GEFreeBC
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GE/GMO’s products are safe ?Discussion Tuesday, Dec. 3, 7 p.m. at Nelson Seniors Centre next to Civic Theatre
We welcome people from all points of view to bring in the scientific evi-dence to support their claims and let’s have a civil discussion to learn from each other. CFi is dedicated to pro-moting evidence-based public policy, and receives no corporate funding. Please come for what could be an informative and lively discussion.
4th annual Sports Day CanadaSaturday Nov 30th 2 -5 p.m. at the Nelson & District Community Complex
Local sport clubs are showcasing their sports in booths and with dem-onstrations. Taekwondo, Gymnastics, Rhythm Ropers are all providing short programs and are welcoming anyone who cares to give it try. many other sport groups will be in attendance to offer information and encouragement. The event is free.
The NdCC is offering Loonie (child), and Toonie (adult) fees for the full facility from 3pm-4:30pm that day also. Complimentary skate rentals also.
Visit http://sportsday.cbc.ca/
It’s An Honour! ExhibitSaturday, Nov. 30 at Chahko Mika Mall 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
it’s An Honour! travelling exhibit is mounted in a specially designed 1,000 square foot vehicle. Visitors can catch a glimpse of insignia and medals, discover the unique stories of many honours recipients and watch a holo-gram message from former Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield. Throughout their visit, visitors can also learn more on the role and responsibilities of the Governor General of Canada and how to nominate deserving individu-als from their community for national honours. it is accessible to everyone and admission is free.
www.gg.ca/HonoursExhibit
Power rebate deadlineTime is running out to cash in on
rebates for FortisbC PowerSense pro-grams. deadlines vary. For more infor-mation visit:
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Happy participants from last year’s local celebration of Sports Day Canada
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Nelson & Area: Fri. Nov 29 - Sun. Dec 8lll Live Music ll Special Events l Ongoing Events
Fri. Nov 29lllDawna Harppixe plays
at expressions Cafe, 7:30 p.m. $10 suggested donation www.facebook.com/expressionsnelsonlllRequest DJ. Finley’s
irish bar and Grill lllFunkhunters w/ B-ron,
10 p.m. at Spirit barlllFaceplant Funkjam
at Mike’s Place Pub best out-fit wins the SeASONS PASS to Whitewater Ski ResortllWomagarium: Carnival
of Wonders, 7 p.m. The Nelson and district Women’s Centre hosts Annual Fundraiser at Prestige Lakeside Resort and Conference Centre, 701 Lakeside drivellArt opening at Touchstones
Nelson: david Alexander 7-9 p.m. llNelson Leafs vs North
Okanagan, 7 p.m. at the Nelson Community Complexl l Makers Assembly
Christmas Pop up shop featuring 13 local artists! 402 baker St. 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.lSocial Dancing at Finleys 6:30-
8:30 p.m. mixed playlist by Peter, no cover or Clinton Swanson & FriendslWomen of all ages get togeth-
er to knit, crochet lace, make rugs & more. Women’s Centre 10-1 p.m. lMovie: Thor: The dark
World, 7:30 p.m. at Civic TheatrelGender Outlaws, a support
and social group for trans and gen-der diverse folks. 250-354-5362.
lSt. Saviour’s Anglican Church Food Pantry, 701 Ward Street (Silica Street entrance) 9-11am. everyone welcome.
Sat. Nov 30lllWil (early show) and
martin Horger (late show) at Spirit barlllEllison’s Cafe Acoustic
unplugged Sessions presents Hot Tin Can followed by The June Apples , 1-3 p.m.lll Samantha Savage
Smith livestream from Kelowna at expressions Cafe. 7 p.m. sharp. 554 Ward St. www.facebook.com/expressionsnelsonlllHot Tin Can and
The June Apples perform at ellison’s Cafe Acoustic unplugged Sessions from 1-3llNational Sports Day at the
Nelson Community Complex. 2 - 5 p.m. sport booths and demo’s. Also toonie fees for full facility from 3 - 4:30 p.m.llDavid Alexander’s artist
talk, 1 p.m. at Touchstones Nelson. Free with admissionllNelson Leafs vs Kelowna,
7 p.m. at the Nelson Community Complexl l Makers Assembly
Christmas Pop up shop featuring 13 local artists! 402 baker St. 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.lMovie: Thor: The dark
World, 7:30 p.m. at Civic TheatrelNelson Chess Club meets:
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Nelson’s Senior Association, 717 Vernon St. All ages welcome
lMeat Draws at Nelson Legion. 3:30p.m., in beverage room with Karaoke after. 250-352-7727.lCathedral of Mary immaculate
mass, Nelson at 7 p.m.lSacred Heart Mass, Kaslo
at 4 p.m.Sun. Dec 1lllNiko at the Hume Library
Lounge. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
lllKaraoke at Finley’s irish bar and Grill 9 p.m.llWorld AIDS Day in Nelson,
7 p.m. Nelson united Church- basementlMovie: Thor: The dark
World, 1 p.m. at Civic Theatrel Kootenay Christian
Fellowship at 10:30 a.m. 520 Falls Street. Phone 1-888-761-3301. divine purpose, serving commu-nity developing relationshipslSt. Saviour’s Anglican
Service: 10:30 am. All Welcome. Ward & Silica, 250-352-5711lSt. John’s Lutheran Church
Service. everyone welcome to 4p.m. worship. 321 Silica St. 250-354-3308.lNelson United Church
Service. 10 a.m. All are welcome. 602 Silica St. 250-352-2822.lCribbage at the Legion bever-
age room, 12:45p.m. 250-352-7727.lAscension Lutheran Church
Service 10:15a.m. Rosemont elementary. All are welcome. 250-352-2515.l Cathedral of Mary
immaculate mass, Nelson at 8:30 a.m and 10:30 a.m.
lSacred Heart Mass, Proctor 2nd and 4th Sunday at 1 p.m.
Mon. Dec 2lllSarah & Rich at the
Library Lounge. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.lScottish Country Dancing
7 - 9 p.m. Call 250-359-7545 or 250-352-1863lQi Gong at the Nelson
Seniors Centre 719 Vernon 10:30 a.m. $3 drop-inl Heritage Harmony
Barbershop Chorus. Welcoming anyone! Tim 250-825-9694 or John 250-352-6892
Tues. Dec 3lllDoug and Melody 6 p.m.
The Library Loungel Indoor Radio Control
Helicopter and small plane flying. All ages welcome, Central School 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. $5 Gym feelMovie: Thor: The dark
World, 7:30 p.m. at Civic TheatrelRotary Club of Nelson
daybreak meet every week at 7 a.m. at the Hume
Wed. Dec 4lllOpen mic night at
expressions Cafe, 554 Ward st. 6 - 10 p.m. Coffee,tea, gourmet hot chocolate. 250-354-3910lll Paul Landsberg at the
Library Lounge. 6p.m. to 10p.m.llHanukkah Celebration,
7:30 p.m., The Old Church Hall, 602 Kootenay St. Live music and dance.llMeeting of Senior Citizens
Branch 51 at 717 Vernon Street at 10:30 a.m. Call 250-352-7078
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Monday, December 2
lMeat Draws at Nelson Legion. 3:30p.m., in beverage room with Karaoke after. 250-352-7727.l Cathedral of Mary
immaculate mass, Nelson at 7 p.m.lSacred Heart Mass, Kaslo
at 4 p.m.Sun. Dec 8lllNiko at the Hume Library
Lounge. 6p.m. to 10p.m.
lllKaraoke at Finley’s irish bar and Grill 9 p.m.ll Nelson Storytelling Guild
meeting at the booksmyth bookstore on baker Street. 7 p.m.lMovie: All I Lost & Last Vegas
at Civic Theatrel Kootenay Christian
Fellowship at 10:30 a.m. 520 Falls Street. Phone 1-888-761-3301. divine purpose, serving commu-nity developing relationshipslSt. Saviour’s Anglican
Service: 10:30 am. All Welcome. Ward & Silica, 250-352-5711lSt. John’s Lutheran Church
Service. everyone welcome to 4p.m. worship. 321 Silica St. 250-354-3308.lNelson United Church
Service. 10 a.m. All are welcome. 602 Silica St. 250-352-2822.lCribbage at the Legion bever-
age room, 12:45p.m. 250-352-7727.lAscension Lutheran Church
Service 10:15a.m. Rosemont elementary. All are welcome. 250-352-2515.lCathedral of Mary immaculate
mass, Nelson at 8:30 a.m and 10:30 a.m.lSacred Heart Mass, Proctor
2nd and 4th Sunday at 1 p.m.
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Wed. Dec 4 cont’dllNelson Leafs vs Spokane,
7 p.m. at the Nelson Community ComplexlNelson Tech Club: for elec-
tronic hobbyists and Arduino enthusiasts to meet and work on projects. every Wednesday 6pm -Annex, Selkirk `10th St Campus. New members welcome. small facility fee, first visit free.http://www.nelson-tech- club.info/ email info@nelson- tech-club.infolLearn to make a QuiLT with
Susan Foot at the Women’s Centre 9-11.45 call 551-4951lStitch it up! Learn to use
a sewing machine, alter clothes, mend, put on a zipper. FRee 9 a.m - noon at the Women’s centre.lBC Government Retirees
monthly luncheon at the Hume Hotel, noon, the first Wednesday of each month. For information call 250-7051.lOvereaters Anonymous
Meeting, Community First medical Clinic, 518 Lake Street, Nelson, noon - 1 p.m., 250-354-4105lNelson Women’s Centre
drop-in. Noon - 4p.m. Free cloth-ing and food. 420 mill St. 250-352-9916.lGirls’ Night with margaret-Ann
at the Youth Centre. 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. 608 Lake St. ph. 250-352-5656.
lDarts at the Nelson Legion. 7:30p.m. 250-352-7727.lNelson & Area elder Abuse
Prevention Resource Centre. Wednesdays from 12 - 2pm 719 Vernon St. Phone 250-352-6008.www.nelsonelderabuseprevention.org
Thurs. Dec 5lllKiyo & Guests at the
Library Lounge. 6p.m. to 10 p.m.llThe Fabric of Nelson, book
launch - author/artist, Kate bridger at Touchstones, 5 - 7 p.m.lMovie: Watermark (Co-pre-
sented by eco-Society) 7:30 p.m. at Civic TheatrelExpressions Cafe - open 6
p.m. no cover, all ages welcomelQi Gong at the Nelson united
Church 602 Silica St 10 a.m. $3 drop-inlLadies Target Shooting.
No experience needed. Contact Angela [email protected] for more info & to book a spacelNelson Women’s Centre. drop-
in. Noon - 4p.m. Free clothing and food. 420 mill St. 250-352-9916.lKootenay Quilters Guild
every first and third Thurs of each month. - 10 a.m. at Christie-Lees Hall, Radio Ave u
Fri. Dec 6lllRequest DJ. Finley’s
irish bar and Grill lllStickybuds w/ Marty
Funkhauser 10 p.m. at Spirit barllGuatemalan Beans and
Rice dinner to be held at 6 p.m., at Nelson’s united Church on Silica St. Fundraiser for Selkirk Nursing Students to go to GuatemalallWhitewater Ski Resort
opens.
http://www.uniserve.com/
llElf Walk on baker Street 5:30llSelfDesign High Annual
Fair Trade for Peace market 5 to 9 p.m.llBlewett School Christmas
Craft Faire, 2:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. $2 admisionlSocial Dancing at Finleys
6:30-8:30 p.m. mixed playlist by Peter, no cover or Clinton Swanson & FriendslWomen of all ages get togeth-
er to knit, crochet lace, make rugs & more. Women’s Centre 10-1 p.m. lMovie: All I Lost & Last Vegas
at Civic TheatrelGender Outlaws, a support
and social group for trans and gen-der diverse folks. 250-354-5362.lSt. Saviour’s Anglican Church
Food Pantry, 701 Ward Street (Silica Street entrance) 9-11 a.m. everyone welcome.
Sat. Dec 7lllVal Kilmer and the New
Coke, 10 p.m. at Spirit barlllChristmas Remembered
Concert, Choir, Handbells and Strings Nelson united Church 7 p.m.llBlewett School Christmas
Craft Faire, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. $2 admissionllSelfDesign High Annual
Fair Trade for Peace market 10 a.m. to 5p.m.lExpressions Cafe - open 6
p.m. no cover, all ages welcomelMovie: All I Lost & Last Vegas
at Civic TheatrelNelson Chess Club meets:
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Nelson’s Senior Association, 717 Vernon St. All ages welcome
Nelson & Area: Fri. Nov 29 - Sun. Dec 8lll Live Music ll Special Events l Ongoing Events
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The Nelson Police department holiday Check Stop Program officially begins November 29.
Nelson Police will be tar-geting impaired driving and other types of high risk driv-ing behavior. This includes aggressive driving, people that aren’t wearing seatbelts, speeding or using hand held devices while driving.
drivers can expect to see an increased officer presence
on roadways for the remain-der of the holiday season.
don’t drink and drive. it’s not worth risking it. Prepare your vehicle for emergencies. don’t get caught on a dark, cold road without a flashlight or warm winter boots. drive carefully. ice and Snow can make winter driving treacher-ous. drive slowly, don’t hurry and watch for other drivers.
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Radon regulations
in the u.S.A., the ePA has recommended the homes are tested and if necessary the radon levels reduced prior to listing it on the market. Some states have taken this recommendation further into a mandatory test prior to listing.
Health Canada so far does not currently have any guidelines as far as manda-tory testing of a home or building prior to the sale however, a test is recom-mended. As real estate
transactions typically hap-pen quickly, there is often little or no time to deal with radon or other issues. The current recommended test is a long-term test of 91 days or longer as this gives us a good look of your actual radon exposure. Radon readings can fluctu-ate dramatically for many reasons and short term test-ing (which is the type of test that would be required for real estate transactions as far as time lines are con-cerned) are not necessarily giving us the actual radon exposure levels over the
long term. Short term tests can be done but, depending on the results obtained you would follow up anyway with a second test being either long or short term.
it is recommended that all homes should be tested anyway due to many differ-ent factors that can affect radon gas and how it enters your home. The most com-mon testing device in our area is the Alpha Track monitor, which is a mini-mum, 91 day testing device that can be obtained for under $40.
in 2007 Health Canada
lowered the federal guide-line to which buildings require remediation from 800 bq/metre cubed to 200 bq/metre cubed. This means that many more Canadian homes will need remedia-tion to lower radon levels and possibly, the very home that you live in now or the one you plan to purchase.
A typical residential remediation system can be installed for approximately $3,000 or less. This depends on the type and specific requirements of the sys-tem to be installed in your home.
We are considering putting our house up for sale. Do we have to have a radon test done prior to listing it? What are the regulations for radon testing with regards to real estate?
Home Front by Bill Lynch, Paul Muntak & Steve Cannon
Steve, Chris and Bill are building consultants with Lynch Building Inspection Services Ltd. of Nelson. http://www.lynchinspections.com
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The bears may be sleeping, but we still need to manage our wildlife attractants over winter. Deer love the sunflower seeds we offer in bird feeders and may browse whatever remains in winter gardens. While you may not begrudge the deer this win-ter food, remember that hungry cougars may stalk those deer right into your yard. Garbage may still attract skunks, raccoons and coyotes (not to mention rats!). Visit www.wildsafebc.com for more information.
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CommunityNews
Holiday Hamper Campaign brings cheer to the seasonFor the tenth year in a row,
the Nelson Food Cupboard is preparing Holiday Hampers for 500 people in a need of a little extra help to make the holiday season healthy and cheerful.
“The community can help us in so many ways. Food donations will stock our shelves for January, and people interested in putting a hamper together themselves can be matched with an anonymous family “ says Kim Charlesworth, Nelson Food Cupboard Coordinator. but people are hungry all year round, and the Food Cupboard encour-ages donors to consider
monthly giving. This is easily done online through their website:www.foodcupboard.org or www.canadahelps.org. Charity receipts will be issued.
if you would like to contribute, please send or drop off donations to the Nelson Food Cupboard at 602 Silica Street, Nelson, V1L 4N1. Open hours are mondays and Wednesdays from 9 – 1 or call 354-1633. The Nelson Food Cupboard is located in the basement of the Nelson united Church at 602 Silica Street.
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Tim Powell, Board Chair for the Nelson Food Cupboard Society assists customer signing up for a Holiday Hamper
Popular rock climbing area now RDCK parklandThe Regional district
of Central Kootenay has acquired new parkland along the Great Northern Trail Corridor east of Nelson, due to a generous donation by the Sisters of St. Ann. The six-lot parcel of land is located on Svoboda drive and is a popular site for rock climbers.
“We are pleased to gift these properties to the Regional district of Central Kootenay to be incorporat-ed into their park system,” said Sister marie Zarowny, Province Leader for the Sisters of St. Ann. “This gift supports our commitment to preserve the environment; it is also a way of continuing
to contribute, in perpetuity, to the health and well-being of the people of Nelson and surrounding area.”
The RdCK has no immediate plans to develop the property.
The Sisters of St. Ann were invited to Nelson to provide care for the aging pioneers of the area. From their arrival in 1947 until their departure in 1997, the Sisters served the integral well-being of Nelson’s citizens. The lots on Svoboda drive were origi-nally purchased as part of the mount St. Francis Hospital site and are the last remain-ing property of the Sisters in the Nelson area.
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Aerial photo with map overlay shows the newly donated land
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CommunityNewsThe Nelson Waldorf
School is hosting their annual Christmas craft fair, where the school is transformed into a magical winter wonderland. You’ll find a variety of activities, artisan craft market and more. Check out the cookie kingdom where the mouth watering cookies have never been better. Your children will also enjoy the crazy cool gifts at the children’s only store, where you pay with nature friendly chest-nuts ($1 tokens). Or stop by the bakery where you can create your own delicious bread and listen out for the music that will delight the ears of all. dipping candles
is the experience of a life-time and you can’t miss the gnome crafts where you can change a little piece of wood into a heartwarm-ing treasure for family and friends.
The faire will take place at the Nelson Waldorf School. The children’s crafts will hap-pen from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The artisans markets will be from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Ticket are $10/child 5 yrs & older, $5/child 4 years & younger
For more informa-tion about the Snowflake Theater tickets and book-ings call 250-352-6919www.nelsonwaldorf.org
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Christmas at the Nelson Waldorf SchoolSaturday, Dec, 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Silver King Hall, Nelson Waldorf School
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Excited Waldorf students prepare to welcome the community to their Christmas craft fair.
Express News Update Christmas deadline! Monday, December 2The Daily Express Mini will accept submissions every Monday for the following week.
All press releases, calendar listings, classfieds, and advertisement may besubmitted by email to:[email protected]
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Dr. Science is in real life, Dr. Christine Humphries, a molecular biologist
dr. science
Christine Humphries
At the first tickle at the back of the throat many peo-ple rush out to the pharmacy to buy vitamin C tablets. but is there good proof that vita-min C can prevent or treat a common cold?
Vitamin C is a water soluble molecule of ascor-bic acid (meaning “without scurvy”), first isolated in
1928 by dr. Szent-Gyorgyi, a Hungarian biochemist. Humans must obtain at least 10 mg of vitamin C from our diet to prevent scurvy, a disease caused by vitamin C deficiency. Since the pub-lication of “Vitamin C and the Common Cold” by dr. Pauling in the 1970’s which reported that 1000 mg/day of vitamin C was effective at reducing the incidence of colds by 45%, many people take high doses of vitamin C at the first sign of a cold.
despite the popularity
of this vitamin among cold-sufferers, the effectiveness of vitamin C in preventing a cold has remained scientifi-cally controversial.
A paper published in the journal of the Public Library of Science medicine com-piled data from 59 studies published between 1940 and 2004 that had reported on the effects of high levels of vitamin C on the inci-dence, severity or duration of a cold. Analysis of the data from all these studies revealed that the incidence of
a cold was only decreased in people who were exposed to extreme physical stress (eg. marathon runners, skiers and soldiers). in normally-active adults there was no effect of taking vitamin C on the incidence or the severity of a cold. The data did however show a minor reduction in the duration of a cold (8-14% reduction in symptom days) in people taking vitamin C. Any decrease in the duration of a cold, even a very minor one, sounds good to me!
Does vitamin C help fight off a cold?
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The opinions presented on this page are the opinions of the author and do not represent the opinions of the publisher or staff of the Express News
The yearly pantomime is a tradition in Nelson and one
what we should all be sup-porting. Say what you will about the rehashing of clas-sic stories again and again but the pantomime does a great job at telling these stories in a new light with familiar tales and great per-formances.
i myself have never been in a pantomime, i generally bomb at the audi-tion process and haven’t bothered in years but that shouldn’t scare people away. Primarily i’m a ter-rible actor who should stick to writing the script rather
then driving the people away in droves. but what the pantomime does is important; it’s a way to get people together in the com-munity to share in some classic story telling and good old-fashioned enter-tainment.
Rapunzel; this year’s production, is playing at the Capital theatre from the 5th of december to the 8th. Tickets range in price from 10 to 15 dollars. Come sup-port our local theatre…and if you weren’t paying atten-tion i’m referring to a dif-ferent theatre if you are new to the area, not the Civic. it’s okay, i get con-fused as well.
Spencer Pollard is an young man living in Nelson BC with an interest in digital arts and writing. His ideas are of benefit to all of Nelson, and to stroke his abnormally large ego
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TheSurveyOn Friday, dec.
6 and several other dates in december we’re going to close baker Street for the benefit of welcoming
the elves, Christmas decoration and Santa Claus to the downtown area.
in the summer time we host several events where vehicle traffic is closed to baker Street and open for pedestrians only. These events are quite successful in terms of the
amount of community spirit they build. These events, however, do not justify permanent closure of our main thoroughfare.
On the surface, it sounds very romantic to have a pedestrian-only main street. You have to prove it to me that it could work in this com-munity before you can get me to agree.
in my travels and in visiting walking streets, i have seen them become outdoor shopping malls with
an abundance of franchise establish-ments. Rents have sky-rocketed and small, local businesses have been pushed out. The other downside to a walking street is they can begin to feel unsafe at night with no automo-tive traffic.
Rather than closing baker Street, i would rather, we as a community, work towards making a town square. An ideal location would be in front of City Hall. more about that later.
Editorial
By Nelson Becker
Closing Baker Street Permanently
What advice would you give to Mayor Rob Ford?
Last week’s survey response:
IN the past. politicians in this system would do the “honourable” thing and quite when they get caught with any number of disreputable behaviours. But not Rob Ford, since he’s more like that Italian politician who hung on until his party joined the public in abandoning him for his actions. I wish Stephen Harper would quit, too, but I won’t hold my breath.
GET help for psychological, alcohol-ic, overweight issues. Get training in in anti-bullying. Take acting courses to look better on U.S. latenight tv. Retire. Apologize.
Comments:
Take a leave of absence 29.4%
Sue the councilors who stripped his
power 11.8%
Leave politics permanently
58.8%
TAKE a leave of absence, get real help for your addictions, and stop talk-ing to the media. While you’re at it, stop your brother from talking to the media. The two of you are your own worst enemy.
I met him in person and know that he does not listen to advice from oth-ers.
JOIN the ballet troupe. It will get him in shape while providing entertainment the whole family can enjoy.
JOIN the World Wrestling Federation
Agree or disagree? Baker Street should never be closed permanently to cars.
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