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Mungall scores landslide KIRSTEN HILDEBRAND Nelson Star Reporter

Michelle Mungall has secured a second term representing Nelson-Creston, a bittersweet victory considering her party remains the official opposition.

“I am happy that I am still the MLA for Nelson-Creston, but this is bittersweet overall — disappointed I am on the same side of the house,” she said Tuesday evening as she watched the results pour in surrounded by her supporters.

Mungall garnered 7,576 votes (50.32 per cent) while the Liberal candidate Greg Garbula took 4,348 votes (28.88 per cent) and Green’s Sjeng Derkx got 3,133 ballots (20.81 per cent) cast in his favour.

Gathered at the Hume Room, Mungall made a grand entrance to the applause of supporters waiting to see the winner. The newly elected MLA told a crowd of approximately 50 people that the win wouldn’t have been possible without the “blood, sweat and tears” of her volunteers. With their help, she sits in the legislature once again, she said.

“I am glad that I get to go back to Victoria and represent NelsonCreston and continue on the work I’ve been doing in the area,” said Mungall.

But she recognizes the road ahead won’t be easy as her party didn’t form the next government, despite pollsters predicting an NDP win. She was surprised and reluctant to admit her party’s defeat.

NDP candidate Michelle Mungall addresses her supporters at the Hume Hotel on Tuesday night as the incumbent successfully returned to office as the Nelson-Creston representative.

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“Like many British Columbians, especially here in Nelson-Creston, I am feeling surprised at the overall results. Most people anticipated a New Democrat government,” she said. “What was it that ultimately people, after years of saying they were done with the Liberals, and that they wanted to park their vote with us, that they actually ended up staying where they were.”

Garbula was surprised that he

was not able to make more inroads in a riding that has leaned to the left in most of the recent elections.

“I’m very melancholy about it,” he told the Star. “To be honest, I thought the people would be more interested in themselves and the representation I could bring rather than party politics.”

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argaret Stacey didn’t set foot in the Capitol Theatre until shortly before it re-opened in April 1988.

But she quickly became — and remains — the person most closely associated with its revival.

Stacey ran a theatre in Cranbrook years earlier and organized a Kootenay drama festival at the Capitol shortly before its grand opening. Yet it didn’t occur to her to apply for the manager’s job.

“But my husband said, ‘Why don’t you try for that?’ I had just come off 12 years of community theatre and four children. He said, ‘do it.’”

She did. Among her first duties: repainting roses on the theatre walls based on the original design. In those days, Stacey was the only employee of a very hands-on board. Soon Elaine Henderson joined to help with clerical duties.

But what she really needed, Stacey realized, was a technician. She found one in Paul Pokorny, a Bradislavatrained lighting designer.

“He poured his heart and soul into this place for about four years,” she says. “And his brother Peter came afterwards.” (Paul’s still in the area while Peter now works at the Belfry Theatre in Victoria.)

Greg Nesteroff photo

Current Capitol Theatre manager Stephanie Fischer (left) and former manager Margaret Stacey (right) are getting set to celebrate the stage’s 85th birthday and 25th anniversary of its restoration tomorrow night.

Next up was technical director Harvey Dutoff, now the theatre’s longest-serving employee with more than 20 years under his belt.

Back then the technician was also the custodian.

“We were all custodians,” Stacey says. “There wasn’t a lot of money to go around.

Everything was on a shoestring. We were doing cash out of a shoebox. We had a Gestener. I preferred the money to go into the [theatre] program rather than the [printed] program.

We had to watch pennies and be very careful about everything we did.”

(Today in addition to Dutoff the staff consists of

manager Stephanie Fischer, assistant manager Eva McKimm, assistant tech director Terry Brennan, building manager Dodi Zerr and bookkeeper Brad Fergusson.)

Following nearly six years of start-and-stop restoration that cost $1.2 million, the Capitol opened with great expectations, which it largely met or exceeded. In the first four months, nearly 15,000 people went through its doors.

“It was quite a magnificent experience to open it,” says Stacey, who heard almost daily from people who remembered the theatre in its earlier incarna-

tion, 30 to 60 years prior.

“People remembered coming into movies when they were kids or in dance class. They really liked to tell me stories of how they snuck in. That was their biggest joy.”

At first there was also a contingent who felt the theatre was a bad investment, but over time — perhaps as their children or grandchildren appeared in Capitol productions — that sentiment went away.

“They’ve been remarkably forgiving,” Stacey laughs.

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ne of the Capitol’s first major coups was staging a new work by Canadian author Carol Shields, who happened to be visiting Nelson.

Stacey had instructions to make summer youth theatre happen and found grants to hire 11 students for You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.

On a whim, she called Shields to ask if she had a play they could also do that summer.

“I think you can name just about any Canadian group and we have had them here.”

Margaret Stacey

Former Capitol Manager

“I have one that’s only been done at River East Collegiate in Manitoba,” Shields replied. “But it’s not published yet and probably not even finished. It’s kind of an airport comedy. I haven’t decided whether to call it Arrivals and Departures or Departures and Arrivals.”

“She sent it off to me and it was a wonderful script,” Stacey recalls. “The students loved it. It was quirky, bizarre, funny, well-written.”

Arrivals and Departures, as it was finally known, was a hit. It went around the school festival circuit and was produced by the Arts Club in Vancouver and even in Japan. “But this is where it really got started,” says Stacey, who still has a note from Shields.

Two “particularly great” performers in the cast that summer were the late Bentley Nichvolodoff as Charlie Brown and Bessie Wapp as Snoopy. Wapp’s been on the Capitol stage dozens of times since.

Stacey soon realized she couldn’t direct the show and answer the phone too, so professional directors were brought in. Most summers saw two and sometimes three shows.

“I could barely keep out of the theatre for those three weeks,” she says.

“I was just so into it. We opened up for tourists to drop in on rehearsals.

Watching Allison [Girvan] or Geoff [Burns] direct was a show of its own.”

One trend she noticed was that slowly but surely it became socially acceptable for boys to take part.

“Joel Cottingham, Patrick Metzger and Rowan Tichenor all flocked in about the same time,” she says. “It took a little while to get critical mass, but it became cool for our young people to be in theatre.”

The summer program is still going strong: this year saw 55 kids audition, including many boys and many who are already stage veterans, having participated for four or five years.

While it was once thought the Capitol would support a professional troupe, it has instead become a teaching theatre, and Stacey has had the pleasure of watching her young charges blossom on stage and in some cases go on to professional careers.

“Pow moments,” she says. “And so many of them. Sarah Allen and Tom Middleditch pop up on TV from time to time.” (When interviewed recently, Stacey was reliving those days by typing the names of all 1,000 past performers into a database.)

The Capitol’s other signature performance, the Christmas pantomime, actually began in 1987 in the Civic Theatre. Stacey, who did several pantos in Cranbrook, says the Capitol’s board told her “it’s a niche to fill, a tradition to

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After more than 17 years of dedication to the Capitol Theatre, Margaret Stacey said goodbye a few years back. For her efforts, she received a Greg Nesteroff photo lifetime pass to enjoy what she helped build.

hear three blocks away with only whispers. It was a fabulous show.”

She is especially fond of rising stars who played the Capitol just as they were beginning to take off.

“I think you can name just about any Canadian group and we had them here,” she says.

By the end of her tenure, Stacey says the theatre had gone from “tentative to quite well established.”

It was part of the city’s core and one of Nelson’s key summer attractions.

While its programming has changed over the years, the Capitol continues to be CULTURAL HUB a cultural hub, incubating ver 17 years as everything from children’s manager, Stacey theatre to community opera booked her share of memorable touring acts, to the Corazon youth choir.

“I certainly believe it among them dancer Margie made a big difference,” StaGillis — who didn’t really cey says. “If you look at the tour; she just came to Nelscene now, you see Sydney son — and tenor Michael Galbraith putting together Burgess, known for his performance in the Toronto Cabaret, the Amy Ferguson Institute sponsoring things production of Les Miserables. Burgess’ technical set- like KHAOS, Richard Rowup, Stacey recalls, cost more berry’s productions, and than his fee. She convinced Jeff and Liesl Forst working him to do a recital with his with small kids. It’s more alive than ever.” pianist, which “you could

start, and it’s really important to start these things in the first year.”

Stacey wrote the first show, A Kootenay Snow White, which she says wasn’t really a pantomime but did have a “cast of thousands.” The director, Lorraine Havercroft, was a retired dance teacher who had been on Broadway and simply walked into the Capitol one day.

Since then Stacey says key leadership has come from Laurie Jarvis, a performer or director in practically every panto to date.

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Little theatre, big reach Twenty-five years after it reopened, what sort of reputation does the Capitol Theatre have?

“It’s known as a small theatre that brings in quite amazing touring acts,” says manager Stephanie Fischer. “It’s known for the quality of what is on stage here.”

Patrons can trust they won’t waste their money on a Capitol show, she says, crediting the Nelson Overture Concert Society for helping to ensure that.

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The theatre is also known for its summer youth program and Christmas pantomime.

“You watch kids come very shy on the first day and two weeks later they’re fearless,” Fischer says.

“It’s a producing theatre,” says former manager Margaret Stacey. “It’s not just a roadhouse or presenting theatre. It’s a combination. I think the founders wanted it to be like the motherhouse. That’s how you build volunteers.”

Thirdly, it is known for supporting local groups who need space for productions.

“We really try to keep the rent affordable,” Fischer says.

“If you really charged what it was worth, they would never come,” Stacey confirms. “They’d find every church basement they could.”

Last year the theatre had 109 shows and was occupied 193 days including rehearsal time but not including production, technical or board meetings. This month alone there are 11 shows.

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Weekend Votes in Kaslo and Ainsworth

Fire referendums pass easily GREG NESTEROFF Nelson Star Reporter

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Kaslo and area residents have strongly endorsed a $1.6 million loan to build a new fire hall and turn their municipal fire department over to the Regional District of Central Kootenay.

Unofficial results from Saturday’s referendum saw 456 residents vote yes and 242 vote no. Voter turnout was 64 per cent. The result means an annual tax bill of up to $284,000. The price tag included with the hall includes $400,000 to pay off existing debt from equipment purchases.

Regional fire chief Terry Swan suggested the final cost could be lower depending on volunteer labour and community sponsorships.

A separate referendum to enshrine fire response for

Ainsworth and Woodbury using the existing Balfour-Harrop and Kaslo departments also passed resoundingly, 57 to 8. That represented a 67 per cent voter turnout.

Residents will pay up to $24,000 to formalize a service that has been provided on a contract basis the last two years.

The present Kaslo fire hall, built in the 1970s, is attached to the village office. It has no washrooms and doesn’t meet current building standards.

The new hall is expected to be built next to the arena and have enough room to accommodate all emergency responders in Kaslo, including ambulance, search and rescue, and the coast guard auxiliary.

Kaslo acting mayor Jim Holland said he was pleased with the vote’s outcome, “and we are very commited to

bring this project in on time under budget.”

Rural Kaslo regional director Andy Shadrack, who

“Day-to-day, the fire chief is still in control, but in terms of budget and policy, we’ll work together.”

Andy Shadrack

Rural Kaslo Director

spent four days last week going door-to-door, called the outcome “a huge step forward” and said he was “looking forward to the new era.”

However, he also “heard loud and clear” concerns about the costs of the new Kaslo hall. “We’re still in the middle of a recession as far as I’m concerned,” he said.

Until now, Kaslo has pro-

vided contract service to the rural area between Ainslo Road and Cowan Road, but Shadrack says the village had the option of cancelling.

“Now the village and I will have one vote each inside a regional district service and jointly manage the assets and operation,” Shadrack said.

“Day-to-day, the fire chief is still in control, but in terms of budget and policy, we’ll work together.”

Shadrack said long-term, they could look at providing fire response further north of Cowan Road, but for now the focus is on building the new hall and creating relationships with other emergency groups they hope to share space with.

He was impressed with the turnout, suggesting advance balloting for the provincial election Saturday may have helped get voters to the polls.

Overgrown tree causes Railtown blaze Nelson Star Staff

An overgrown cedar tree proved to be a fire hazard for a commercial building in Railtown.

Nelson Fire Rescue responded to an exterior fire at The Art of Brewing on Railway Street today at 11:30 a.m.

The building tenant had done his best to extinguish the flame, but the firefighters’ thermal imaging camera revealed some hot spots along the roofline, which they eliminated with foam and water.

Crews then went into the attic of the building and confirmed the fire was fully suppressed.

In a media release, Nelson Fire Rescue captain Jeff Hebert noted that the

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Nelson fire chief Simon Grypma (left) outside the Art of Brewing where an exterior fire occurred Friday.

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A man found dead inside a Rosemont home he’d been using as a steroid lab died of heart failure, according a coroner’s report released Friday.

Andrew John Meisner, 33, died early afternoon on January 31 inside a Rosemont duplex where he lived alone with two pit bulls. Friends found his body the next day and called police.

The home was cordoned off for days for the police investigation, which involved bringing in the RCMP’s clandestine lab team from Surrey. Neighbours were briefly

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A man, high on cocaine, called the Nelson Police Department on Friday claiming he was being chased though Lakeside Park by a man with a gun.

Officers found the heavily intoxicated 29-year-old at the soccer fields. He told police he had injected the drug shortly before contacting them about his hallucination.

Police say during the conversation the man tried to reach into his jacket pocket for a utility knife he was carrying with the blade extended, but an officer took it away before the man could reach it. The officer suffered a minor cut on his hand in the process.

Police arrested the man and took him back to the department to sober up.

They also removed the man’s drug paraphernalia, including a bloody syringe, from the soccer field.

Police say anxiety and paranoia, as well as hallucinations, are common effects of cocaine use.

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Police had no trouble tracking down a drunk driver who was involved in a minor motor vehicle accident on his way to the liquor store.

Passersby saw the 30-year-old male driver hit another vehicle behind the Hume Hotel, then watched as he entered a nearby liquor store. He then returned to his vehicle and drove away.

A Nelson Police Department officer stopped the driver and tested him for impairment.

He was issued a 90-day roadside prohibition, a typical penalty for someone whose breath sample reveals over 0.08 blood alcohol content. He was also ticketed for the accident and other violations.

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Editorial

A riding right on cue

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n the end it wasn’t even close, again.

Incumbent NDP MLA Michelle Mungall took the Nelson-Creston riding with ease on Tuesday night and it shouldn’t have come as much of a surprise.

In 2009, Mungall captured 54 per cent of the vote. As the Star went to press last night, Mungall made it once again look easy with 50 per cent of the vote (unofficial results).

Compared to some of the Nelson-Creston campaigns in recent years, all three of the candidates this time around were worthy. Heading into Tuesday, it felt like it was a three-way race. Then they started counting the ballots.

Though we are still waiting for a poll-bypoll breakdown, it would appear voters in Nelson-Creston held strong to their core political beliefs.

The biggest move was by Sjeng Derkx and the Green Party. At press time Derkx had 21 per cent of the popular vote. A huge jump from 2009 when the Greens ran Sean Kubara and only mustered seven per cent.

Before the NDP political strategists in Vancouver paint permanent orange for NelsonCreston on the map, Derkx’s result from this campaign might prove to be significant four years from now.

The problem for the Greens is paranoia.

A great many people in this riding loathe the Liberals and feel a vote for the Greens is giving up too much to the real enemy. But if more people vote with their hearts instead of their heads in four years, the gap could close even more.

Until that time, the Nelson-Creston riding will continue to flap in the political hinterland. With an MLA on the opposite side of power in Victoria, Michelle Mungall will face many distractions as her party desperately searches for answers in the coming months.

The voters in Nelson-Creston are stubborn, that was once again obvious on Tuesday night.

That unwillingness to see past politics may once again cost us over the next four years.

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A journey down the Columbia

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just returned from a 2,100 kilometer epic journey through Washington and Oregon representing the Local Governments Committee that is engaged in the Columbia River Treaty process. There was a conference in Vancouver, WA and we took the opportunity to learn more about our US neighbours and to educate them about us.

The Columbia River ties us together across the boundary and we learned that each community along the way is passionately engaged in its relationship with the river.

The United States has been hosting “listening sessions” in communities across the Basin with the intention of educating people about the Treaty and sharing the possible future scenarios or “iterations” that the Bonneville Power Corporation has developed.

Our first stop was a listening session in Pasco, WA. About 30 people were in attendance. The US has been building dams on the Columbia for many years prior to the Treaty dams.

There are about 2,500 of them along the river, some privately owned while others are under state and federal jurisdiction.

The Treaty stipulates that Canada and the US share power generation profits from the four Treaty dams 50/50. This means that the US returns Canada’s share in the form of hydropower and BC Hydro can sell it to whoever they wish. Power prices have dropped in recent years because other energy sources have been

developed and natural gas is a cheaper alternative. In the past, the Canadian entitlement was worth $250 to $350 million/year. More recently, it is about $100 million/year.

People on both sides of the border realize that things have changed since the Treaty was signed...

The Canadian entitlement is one of the Treaty stipulations that the US wants to renegotiate. It is their belief that they are paying too much and they estimate the entitlement at around $20 million/year.

Canadian entities disagree with that assessment. In terms of flood control, it is estimated that the US would have incurred over $3 billion in damages in the last major flood had it not been for coordinated control efforts. This point promises to be a major issue in discussions.

From Pasco, we hit the road to Boardman, OR. The countryside is flat, very dry and the day was hot, in the high 30’s. Annual rainfall in some parts is seven inches/year. We saw a lot of lush, irrigated fields immediately adjacent to sagebrush with a variety of crops being grown including food crops, alfalfa, and a tree farm for lumber and paper production. Greenwood is a 30,000 acre tree farm that exports much of its product to the Asian market. Irrigation techniques vary, but what we noticed is that water is generously used. This is made

possible through subsidies in power production making it cheap to pump from the river.

The Boardman group included county commissioners, water project coordinators and port authority managers.

Farming is big business here and access to water is critical. The aquifers that were exploited in the 1950’s are drying up and Boardman is looking for federal permission to undertake a water project that will take water from the Columbia to replenish them. There are strict regulations around water being pumped out and the project may be denied.

The same scenario around water becoming more scarce was heard in our meeting the next day with people from the Moses Lake, WA area.

People are noticing that the water table is dropping and that there are more frequent droughts. In both cases, requests were made to Canada for possible increases to water flow.

This was our opportunity to educate people about what the impact of the dams has been and continues to be to our area. Canadian reservoirs provide 51 per cent of the storage capacity for the four treaty dams, a total of 15.5 million acre feet and Canada manages close to 9 million acre feet for flood control. That’s a lot folks.

The Canadian reservoirs are industrial reservoirs.

They are operated to produce the highest benefit for power production and flood control. This means the water level can drop up to 30 meters at a time

resulting in mud flats, dust storms and erosion. This means challenges to wildlife, recreation and tourism and a host of other issues.

Many of our US neighbours were not aware of this and wanted to learn more. We extended an invitation to Canada.

The next leg of the journey took us through greener landscape to Portland, OR and a meeting with Michele DeHart, a biologist for the Fish Passage Centre. Michelle has been a passionate advocate for the return of salmon to the Columbia for over 25 years and is currently working with the Okanogan Nation to return the sockeye on the Canadian side. She has strong views based on scientific research about how the management of the river needs to change for fish and the environment.

Status quo is not part of her language.

The conference itself was a further education in what is happening to the Columbia. One of the most important discussion points was the need to look at the system as a whole, without boundaries to make the best decisions for the future.

People on both sides of the border realize that things have changed since the Treaty was signed in 1964 and they want other issues included as we move forward. Part of that change is developing a deeper understanding of where people live and what they think.

If you haven’t had a chance, I encourage you to learn more at blog.gov. bc.ca/columbiarivertreaty

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Letters to the Editor Attacking beliefs not time well spent

I read with deep interest the letter in which the writer called belief in God, or at least in the church of the popes, a “Bronze Age ideology” (“Promoting bronze age thinking,” April 12).

She was critical of the new pope and his attitudes, and she particularly aimed at invisible beings (divinities) and laws of a church, as I recall.

I am not a member of any faith community or religion,

but I suppose I am a theist; it is possible the writer of that letter is one also, or an agnostic. Or she is a selfdeclared atheist, keeping intellectual company with Richard Dawkins and the late Christopher Hitchens.

As I observe the planet, its crises both human and physical, its appearance of walking a brink, holding its breath on the threshold of catastrophic changes, I

wonder: can we cease arguing among ourselves about the non-essentials?

There are so many ways to expend one’s talents in the service of our species and others, of the earth and its ecologies — attacking one another’s beliefs seems so useless just now. Connection, not separation from one another, will save us.

Charles Jeanes Nelson

Maintaining an ‘army of unemployed’ Good joke

In a country as rich as ours, why do so many working people live in poverty all of their lives?

Capitalism wants it that way.

Many people get paid minimum wage. To prevent companies from having to contribute to EI, pensions or health care, many workers are hired on a part-time basis.

Also, as soon as people earn a little more than a government imposed level of revenue, government assistance is cut off, depriving those people of improving their standard of living.

If it is a large company, and workers are asking what the CEOs think is a ridiculous raise (any raise is considered ridiculous

by management), the company declares bankruptcy, puts everyone out of work (they don’t get a pension because the company has already stolen that money), the CEOs withdraw some money for themselves from their off-shore accounts, and then they set up another company under a new name, using a pool of unemployed workers. By maintaining an “army of unemployed,” companies perpetuate the system of making workers so desperate, they will accept any job, even part-time jobs, at minimum wage. And so, the circle is unbroken.

Bob Abrahams Nelson

I especially enjoyed the April Fool’s spoof about the fellow who was caught growing tobacco plants in plain sight!

You are a month off though. It was published on May 1, not April 1. Funny all the same. Perhaps on June 1 you can do a story on the city government fining someone for having a couple of chickens in their yard.

Brian Carlstrom Nelson

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May 15th - Open Stage Electric Wednesdays with Estevan May 17th - Daega Sound Presented by Yan Zombie May 18th - Cass Rhapsody $2 Cover May 22nd - Open Stage Electric Wednesdays with Estevan May 24th - Kastle (Live) May 25th - Elliott Brood w/ Special Guests May 30th - Striker and Savage Blade May 31st - Tantrum Desire w/ Deeps, Dirty Tactix vs. L-Nix

June 1st - Lars Moston Berlin House June 8th - The Cave Singers with Special Guests June 14th - The Automation w/ Chinese for Travelers June 15th - Electro Swing Club June 21st - Vinyl Richie & DJ Hoola Hoop June 22nd - Deep Dark Woods

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Community Organizations A walking group meets Wednesdays at 10 a.m. under the Orange Bridge by Lakeside Park. Everyone is welcome to join in for a walk. For information contact liba@shaw.ca Spark! is a free after school arts group for girls ages 12 to 16 that takes place every Wednesday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Nelson and District Youth Centre. This week we’re making feather earrings, and next week, dream catchers. Snacks are provided. Facilitated by Ursula Twiss.

The Nelson Technology Club hosts a Hackerspace Wednesdays, 6 to 8 p.m., at their new location in the annex building at Selkirk College Tenth Street campus.

Hackerspace is a place to talk about technology with people who understand what you are talking about.

Play table tennis Wednesdays (school holidays/events excluded) at the Blewett elementary school from 5:30 to 7 p.m. There is a $2 drop-in fee.

For information phone Karl Rosenberg: 250-352-5739.

Al-anon meetings are held Wednesdays from noon to 1 p.m. at the Cellar, 717 Vernon Street, and on Fridays from 8 to 9 p.m. at 601 Front Street in the basement. For more information about the Cellar meetings contact Norma at 250-352-3747 and for the Front Street meetings contact Sharon at 250-352-7333.

The Earth Matters Upcyclers meet Wednesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Nelson and District Youth Centre. Their current project is turning reclaimed Shambhala festival tents into reusable shopping bags.

Youth 13 to 30 are invited to stop in and learn how to turn trash into treasure, or

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take part in group discussions about waste reduction, meet other youth and enjoy a snack.

Nelson Knitting Co-op meets every Thursday from 12:30 to 3 p.m. at the Nelson and District Community Complex. The meeting is open to anyone interested in sharing their projects, learning new techniques and socializing with other fibre enthusiasts.

The Capitol Theatre Restoration Society will celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the theatre’s 1988 restoration on May 16. A limited number of tickets are available at the theatre box office.

La Leche League Nelson (breastfeeding information and support) meets the third Monday of each month (May 20) at the Family Place, 312 Silica Street at 1 p.m. Come on out and meet other moms and babies, share your stories, help and be helped. Snack, lending library and childcare.

Expectant moms are especially encouraged to attend.

Have a look at the sun through two specially filtered solar telescopes. Come to Solar Sunday at Taghum Hall, Sunday, May 19, noon to 2 p.m. For more information call Wayne at 250-354-1586.

Transition Nelson AGM will take place at the Chamber of Commerce meeting room on Tuesday, May 21 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. At 4 p.m. there will be refreshments, live classical guitar, an info table and membership sales.

At 4:30 p.m. a presentation and launch of the new Transition Streets Initiative, and at 5 p.m., short reports of projects followed by board elections. Find out more about a positive approach to preparing for the future, town by town. For more information see transitionnelson.org.

Nelson and District Arts Council annual general meeting on Thursday, May 23 at 7 p.m. in the Chamber of Commerce board room (225 Hall Street, upstairs).

Nelson Grans to Grans will host a Kazuri Jewellery Sale Saturday, May 25, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hume Hotel. A buffet lunch will be served, and there will be a fashion show of Kazuri Jewellery with clothing from Sensations Dress Shoppe and Cottons. Tickets are $20, available from Cottons (390 Baker Street) and Sensations (534 Josephine Street).

MS Society Walk at Nelson’s Lakeside Park on Sunday, May 26 at 9 a.m. Walk lengths range from 1 km to 5 km. Register online at mswalks.ca or phone 1-866352-3997.

Workshops Every Friday, Community Threads meets at Nelson and District Women’s Centre from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Come learn to knit, crochet, spin, embroider and make rag rugs. On Wednesdays, Community Threads offers quilting lessons from 9 a.m. to noon at the same location.

Women of all ages welcome.

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Ellison’s Market is hosting a woman’s workshop by master herbalist Colleen Emery on Saturday, May 25 from 10 a.m. to noon. The topic is “Fermenting for Woman’s Health.” This workshop is free but donations will be accepted for Olive Tree Projects. There will also be a fundraiser BBQ at noon in front of Ellison’s Market.

Biologist Juliet Craig will share her enthusiasm for bats and their conservation on Monday, May 27 at 7:15 p.m. at Selkirk College’s Silver King Campus. Learn about the importance of bats and what you can do in your backyard to help them. All welcome at this free event.

Fundraisers J.V. Humphries PAC Silent Auction on Sunday, May 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to raise money for new playground equipment. There’s a huge variety of items up for bid; from one-of-a-kind art to accommodation to golf and ski passes to merchandise from local shops and health care services such as massage and chiropractic treatments.

The third annual “Grand Piano” fundraising concert on Wednesday, May 22 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Saviour’s Anglican church. Music will range from bagpipes to baroque, and Brahms to blues.

Musicians will include Kevin Underwood, Arne Satanove, Bob Hargreaves, Tobias Jenny, Alex Nichol, Wendy Herbison and Vic Neufeld. Tickets are $15 for adults or $10 for students, available at the door.

Family Caregiver Series, Alzheimer Society of BC workshop, Friday May 24, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Selkirk College, Silverking campus.

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Entertainment listings

Literature

Nelson literary magazine New Orphic Review launches its 16th issue at Oxygen Art Centre (320 Vernon Street, alley entrance) on Friday, May 17 at 7:30 p.m.

The event includes readings by eight regional authors. This is a free event, though donations will be accepted.

Confined Space author Deryn Collier will be at the Nelson Public Library on Thursday, May 23 at 7:30 p.m. reading from her novel, which is shortlisted for One Book, One Kootenay, a region-wide book club.

Visual Arts

Selkirk Fine Woodworking year-end show runs Friday, May 24 to Sunday, May 26 in the Nelson Trading Company Building (402 Baker Street).

The third annual Oxygen Art Market, featuring the work of nearly 40 Kootenay artists will take place on Friday, May 24 from 7 to 10 p.m., Saturday, May 25 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, May 26 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Oxygen Art Centre (320 Vernon Street, back alley entrance).

Theatre

Pilotcopilot presents Charles Ross performing One Man Lord of the Rings on Friday, May 17 at the Capitol Theatre.

Ross condenses the J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic fantasy novel series into one hour of incredible all-ages entertainment. Tickets are $16 and available at capitoltheatre. bc.ca or at the box office.

Penticton’s Get Bent Active Arts Society presents Bollywood Stardom at the Capitol Theatre on Saturday, May 18 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults or $12 for students.

L.V. Rogers Dance Department’s showcase at the Capitol Theatre on Thursday, May 23 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $11 for adults and $6 for students and seniors.

A local production of the musical Cabaret, directed by Pat Henman and featuring a slate of local actors including Michael Graham, Lisel Forst, Michael Calladine, Sydney Black, Jeff Forst, Louis Butterfield opens at the Capitol Theatre on Thursday, May 30 and continues Friday, May 31 and Saturday, June 1 at 8 p.m. nightly. There will also be a 2 p.m. matinee on June 1 and a late night show on May 31 at 11 p.m. Tickets are $22 for adults or $17 for students and are available through the Capitol Theatre box office.

Music

Electric Wednesday open stage at Spiritbar on Wednesday, May 15. Take your turn in the spotlight, or enjoy the music of those who do, at one of the Kootenay’s best open stages. Talk to Estevan to sign up for a timeslot during the night.

The Mishra music group from India will be playing at Nelson United Church on Thursday, May 16 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 at the door or $16 in advance at Otter Books and Gaia Rising.

Marion Bergevin CD Release/Birthday Party on Friday, May 17 at 8 p.m. in Nelson United Church. When Soul Touches Soul is Marion’s third album of original folk music and features producer/musician Rocko Vaugeois. Admission is $5 or $20 with a copy of the CD. Refreshments served. All are welcome.

Yan Zombie presents Daega Sound at Spiritbar on Friday, May 17. Doors open at 10 p.m. Ticket info at the Hume Hotel.

Slocan Trading Company is celebrating its grand opening on Saturday, May 18 with live music from 2 to 5 p.m. featuring Canadian blues icon Big Dave Mclean, Kelly Jay of Crowbar and The Drake Brothers. The party continues next door at the Silvery Slocan Legion (502 Harold Street) with more live music, 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Tickets to the Legion event are $15.

Celebrate Asian-Canadian Local DJ Cass Rhapsody Heritage Month with is at Spiritbar on 3rd two Kyōgen-style plays Saturday, May 18.

Grand on Friday, May 24 at Doors open at 10 p.m. piano fundraiser Cover is $2.

6:30 p.m. at Kaslo’s Wed. May 22, 2013 @ 7:30PM Langham Theatre St. Saviour’s Anglican Church Petunia returns (447 A Avenue, to play a solo Kaslo). Kyōgen is Kevin Underwood • Bagpipes, Arnie Satanove • Alpenhorn evening at the a fusion of dance, Robert Hargreaves • Piano and Harpsichord Tobias Jenny • Alpenhorn, Hammered Dulcimer and Cedar Creek mime and acting Euphonium Alex Nichol • Double Bass Cafe in Winlaw with satirical huWendy Herbison and Vic Neufeld • Violins mour. The first play (5709 Highway 6) Tickets $15.00 at the door is Bo Shibari (“Tied on Sunday, May 19. ($10.00 for students) to a Pole”), in which the Music starts around key characters manage 6:30 p.m. Admission to become progressively drunk by donation. even though they are tied to a pole. The second play is The Not Naming Contest, Snak the Ripper will be at The Royal a contemporary satire about North Koo- for a youth-only hip-hop show on Sunday, tenay Lake life. After the plays, an Asian May 19. You must be age 18 or younger dinner will be served culminating with to attend and show proof of age (e.g. a Chado (Japanese tea ceremony). Admis- student card). Tickets are $40 and include sion and dinner are free. a meet and greet with the artist before

the show at 7 p.m., including a photo and autograph. The show starts at 8 p.m.

Tickets are available at the Telus kiosk in the Chahko Mika Mall.

Brian Pottie returns to the Cedar Creek Cafe in Winlaw (5709 Highway 6) on Tuesday, May 21. Music starts around 6:30 p.m. Admission by donation.

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Awna Teixeira of Po’ Girl brings her accordion-driven European folk music to the Cedar Creek Cafe in Winlaw (5709 Highway 6) on Thursday, May 23 at 6:30 p.m. Admission by donation.

Finley's hosts a hip-hop showcase on Friday, May 24 featuring solo artists Anonymouz, Assault of Knowledge (AOK), Azrael, Copasetic, DJ Booz, Nicky Scarfo, P-Butta, Risskant De Woordvoerder and Sythe. Doors open at 10 p.m. Cover is $5.

The Abramson Singers play a public house concert at The Special (810 Silica Street) on May 24 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the door.

The Blues Caravan, a trio featuring Toronto’s Jimmy Bowskill, Nachville’s Bart Walker and Joanne Shaw Taylor from Britain, bring their international tour to the Capitol Theatre on Friday, May 24 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $32.50 for adults or $22.50 for youth, available through the Capitol Theatre box office.

Kastle will be at Spiritbar Friday, May 24. Doors open at 10 p.m. Ticket information at the Hume Hotel.

Kootenay Co-op Radio Community Block Party and membership drive on Saturday, May 25 from 1 to 9 p.m. in the Nelson Commons parking lot (formerly Extra Foods) The event will feature live music, spoken word, and more.

Selkirk Symphony Orchestra presents Symphonic Solos on Saturday, May 25 at 7 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre. Tickets are $20 for adults or $16 for students.

Corazón, a 63-member youth choir directed by Allison Girvan, has its yearend concerts on May 25 at the Nelson United Church. There will be three shows, at 2 p.m., 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Tickets are $18 for main floor tickets and $12 for balcony

seating. Students and seniors pay $12 for all seats. Tickets are available in advance at The Music Store and Otter Books.

Spiritbar welcomes back 2013 Juno Award winners Elliott Brood on Saturday, May 25. Doors open at 10 p.m. Tickets are $25, available at the Hume Hotel front desk, or online through ticketweb.ca by searching “Hume Hotel.”

The Shrugs play the Cedar Creek Cafe in Winlaw (5709 Highway 6) on Sunday, May 26. Music starts around 6:30 p.m.

Admission by donation.

Edmonton heavy metal band Striker plays Spiritbar on May 30 with Nelson’s Savage Blade. Doors opens at 10 p.m.

Ticket information at the Hume Hotel.

UK drum ‘n’ bass duo Tantrum Desire will be at Spiritbar with Deeps, Dirty Tactix vs. L-Nix on Friday, May 31. Doors open at 10 p.m. Ticket info at the Hume Hotel.

The Vancouver-based Orpheus Male Chorus will join the Nelson Barbershop Chorus for an evening of vocal music, Saturday, June 1, 7 p.m. at Bethel Christian Church. Tickets are $20 for adults of $18 seniors and students, and are available at Kootenai Moon Furniture and the Music Store. For more info, call 250-352-6892.

Spiritbar proudly welcomes Berlin house master Lars Moston for a summertime throwdown on Saturday, June 1.

Doors open at 10 p.m. Cover is $5.

The Cave Singers play Spiritbar on Saturday, June 8. Doors open at 9 p.m.

Tickets are $18, available at the Hume Hotel front desk, and online through ticketweb.ca by searching “Hume Hotel.”

The Automation play Spiritbar on Friday, June 14 with Chinese for Travelers.

Ticket information at the Hume Hotel.

Electro Swing Club returns to Spiritbar on June 15. Doors open at 10 p.m. Ticket information at the Hume Hotel.

Film

On Saturday, May 25 at 7:30 p.m., the Civic Theatre offers a special showing of My American Cousin, a Canadian film set in the 1950s. This will be the final film shown on the Civic’s old 35mm projector.

The film’s local producer Phil Schmidt and director Sandy Wilson will both be in attendance for event. Tickets are $9 for adults or $7 for children and seniors, with a $1 discount for Civic Theatre members.

Fliks is screening Still Mine on Wednesday, June 5 at 7:30 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre. Based on true events, Still Mine is a heartfelt love story about Craig, an 89-year-old New Brunswicker. Tickets are $10 for adults or $5 for youth under 18, available at the door or in advance at Otter Books.

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held indoors, you still want your home to be as accommodating as possible for your guests. Don’t forget to trim trees and shrubs around the walkways so guests don’t feel like they’re on safari when coming to and from the backyard.

• Make sure outdoor lighting is working properly. If you’re about to host your first event of the summer, inspect your home’s exterior lighting so everyone isn’t left sitting in the dark. Check patio lighting and replace any bulbs and make sure the lights along your walkways are functioning at full capacity so guests can safely navigate their way around the party. You may even want to string holiday lights around the patio to create a more laid-back ambiance in which guests can relax without lights beating down on them.

• Protect your guests from insects. Insects like mosquitoes can quickly turn a swinging soiree into a nuisance, so purchase some decorative citronella candles to repel mosquitoes. Tiki torches along walkways and around the patio furniture may also prove effective insect repellants. In addition, if there are any areas around your property where water has gathered, such as bird fountains or puddles from recent rains, do your best to get rid of that water. Water attracts many insects, which lay their eggs in the standing water. The less standing water around your property, the less likely any uninvited insect guests are to appear.

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General Tips for Yard Maintenance * Ensure products such as electric lawnmowers, barbecues, power tools, ladders, decorative lights, extension cords and safety apparel carry the mark of a recognized or accredited certification organization * Protect yourself by wearing protective eyewear and footwear recognized by a certification organization. Hearing protection should be worn when operating loud machinery, vehicles or tools.

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any homeowners are constantly on the lookout for ways to make their homes more environmentally friendly. Such a pursuit is both noble because it helps the environment and practical because it often saves money.

While there are many eco-friendly improvements homeowners make inside their homes, it’s important to note that there are several ways for men and women to be more environmentally conscious outside of their homes as well. Lawn care can be done in a way that’s conscious of the environment, and the results can be just as appealing as if the lawn were tended to without regard for the planet.

The following are just a few of the many ways homeowners can adopt more eco-friendly practices when tending to their lawns. * Be conscientious when watering.

Overwatering a lawn is pretty common, especially during the dog days of summer, when homeowners try to overcompensate for hot days with excessive watering. The growth of moss on sidewalks or the driveway is a telltale sign that you’re watering too much, as is a standing pool of water on the grass.

Homeowners who find it difficult to determine when their lawns have gotten enough water can purchase an intelligent irrigation control system that adapts your watering to a lawn’s needs as well as the weather. * Turn back the clock on your tools. Before gas mowers became the standard, man-powered push mowers were used to cut the grass. Such mowers still exist, and they require no fuel, making them a more eco-friendly option than their gas-powered counterparts.

* Stay local. If you need to plant new grass or you’re beginning a garden, then stick with local plants, flowers and grasses rather than more exotic options that are not native to your area. Plants, flowers and grasses that aren’t native to your region will require more maintenance and often more watering.

That added maintenance might prove to be a headache, and that excessive watering will not be beneficial to the environment. Native plants, flowers and grasses have already adapted to your climate, and they can be provide just as much aesthetic appeal as more exotic alternatives. * Avoid pesticides whenever possible. Many homeowners treat their lawns with pesticides, which can make a lawn look beautiful. But that beauty typically comes at a steep price, impacting local wildlife and perhaps even the local water supply. When pesticides are applied to a lawn, the chemicals within may run off into your local water supply. If you can’t avoid pesticides entirely, then do your best to minimize how often you use them. * Don’t let rain water go to waste. Rain barrels are a great way to make good use of rain.

Rain barrels can be placed beneath a gutter’s downspout, where they will collect water that can be reused throughout your property to water the lawn and garden. Rain barrels can be relatively expensive, but over time they will pay for themselves as you save money on your water bill.

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The Rossland Trail Roller Girls came all the way back from an early 40-plus point deficit to secure an exciting 204 -167 win against the Dam City Rollers in eight-wheeled, West Kootenay Roller Derby madness at Selkirk College on Saturday.

There are a lot of fresh players on the Rossland team this season as they now make up a blend of the former former Gnarlie’s Angels and Bad News Betties teams, but they showed true grit and composure as they raised their level of intensity to catch the Dam City squad late in the second half of the bouts and then pass them for the victory.

The Selkirk gymnasium is a fun place for spectators to take in the derby matches as the wood floor provided not just a slightly softer fall for the ladies, but better grip for the wheels.

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action than the concrete found at some other venues.

Because of the flooring, the skaters all need to wear special knee pads and non-marking stoppers on their skates, but it sure didn’t slow them down.

A slightly reserved crowd at the start was fully into it as the last few laps played out.

Penalties were a key factor in the game, with the Dam City Rollers spending far too much time in the box late in the game.

The evening was a doubleheader with the Valley Vendettas from Slocan taking on Salmo’s Babes of Brutality after the opening bout. The Valley Vendettas took home their first ever win against the veteran Babes of Brutality team by a final score of 181-154.

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The L.V. Rogers girls soccer team once again dominated their Kootenay competition to earn a spot in the upcoming BC High Schools Provincial AA Championships.

The Bombers crushed both Stanley Humphries (Castlegar) and David Thompson Secondary (Invermere) in the qualifier playdowns held in Creston last week.

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The Bombers girls will now travel to Courtney on Vancouver Island at the end of the month to take on the best AA schools in the province. Last year the Bombers finished 8th out of 16 teams.

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What can your mind do for you?

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“All the world is a laboratory to the inquiring mind.” ~Martin H. Fischer

I love learning new things, do you? Some of the things are just for the sake of learning, so I understand them better and some are because I want to be able to do whatever that is. Fix my mountain bike, kayak effectively, speak a different language, and know how to work with different materials …… When I see someone doing something that I think is cool I ask a myriad of questions to understand it better. I buy books on the subject, ask questions of mentors and continually stretch and learn. To me that is imperative to my wellbeing (and my sanity).

A while ago I read Chris Guillebeau’s book The Art of Non-Conformity. I loved it. In a nutshell it is about setting your own rules, living the life you wanting and ensuring that what you do has a positive impact on the world and the people around you. If you haven’t read it, I highly suggest that you do. He writes in an open, frank way that teaches, explores and plays with your mind.

One of the chapters was about Graduate School vs Alternative Learning. He did a fabulous comparison chart as to what that experience had been for him, the costs, the learning, the peers – everything. He then followed it up with a great break down of what a 1 year; self-directed, alternative graduate school experience would look like if you wanted to create that for yourself.

A few things really stuck out for me.

How many of us can list off the names of every country and their capitals? I can’t. When I was in the States last week I had a tough time getting over 20 of the individual state names!

How many of us speak more than one language effectively (no not just ordering beer and asking where the bathroom is)?

How many books do you read a year and are they a mix of business, fiction and non-fiction?

How many new skills do you acquire each year? I mean totally new, you have never done it before.

He makes some great recommendations and some super easy fixes to continually learn and challenge your brain. For example, change your home page in your browser to http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ special:randompage so every time your browser opens you learn something new. I’m trying it. It is quite amazing some of the things that have come up that I have learned.

I think I am also going to buy a huge map of the world and put it on the kitchen wall and create a game around it for the kids, so they too can join me in learning new things.

The mind is a wonderful thing and can create so many stories, adventures, inventions, things that the world needs, but like your physical body it too needs exercise.

So what is one thing that you can do regularly to stretch your mind and keep learning? What one skill can you focus on learning for this last quarter of the year?

Jenny Heston 1-250-509-1240

Bullen’s students from grades 9 through 12 make up three bands.

The concert band will perform Morning in Madrid, Chimes of Liberty and Mystery on Mena Mountain.

The jazz band performs Chimps on the Loose, Sir Duke, Groove Maker and Someone to Watch over Me. And the smaller jazz combo band will present Black Orpheus, Take Five, Yardbird Suite

and their vocalist will perform Georgia on my Mind.

The students have been working toward this goal since September, said Bullen.

“They’ve been going at it for a long time,” he said. “This is kind of our play-off series.”

LVR traditionally attends this annual competition.

In addition to performing at the music festival, the students will tour the city and take in the Toronto Symphony Orchestra.

If you are interested in participating in our next edition of Ask the Professionals contact Laura or Karen at 250-352-1890

Christine Pearson

Jenny Heston

Certified Professional Coach and Certified Life Coach

Wednesday, May 15, 2013 Nelson Star

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Why do some properties seem to stay on the Market for years?

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I was recently out and about doing some groceries, and a local business owner asked me this question. The simplest answer is: *** Pricing a property correctly from the start.

Of course there are other factors at play; however this one is paramount.

If you’ve been trying to sell your property for awhile, & there doesn’t seem to be much interest; it’s time to ask why? Sit down with your Realtor® & analyze the situation. *** You must be open to hearing the answers in order to attain your goal.

Have you had many prospective Buyers come to see your house? If not, find out why? Ask your Realtor® for some current market data to see where your property sits in the housing market at this time. Find out how many days on average a home is on the market before it sells. Is your home priced accurately? How is your property being marketed? Does your home look appealing on the MLS website & during showings? Are there some quick fixes and affordable solutions that may showcase your home better?

Take the emotion out of the equation, and look at your property as a stranger might see it.

Remember what attracted you to your property in the first place and make some notes. Discuss these things with your Realtor® and have your ideas incorporated into their marketing strategy.

Try and listen to the advice and expertise your Realtor® is offering you. They are on your team and trying to sell your home and get you on your way to the next chapter that awaits you. Make your property a STAR (Stand out, Transform, Attract, and Return on your Investment) if you have further questions, don’t hesitate contacting me.

Each office individually owned and operated

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What’s in your Beauty Products?

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The average woman wears 515 chemicals a day and our skin absorbs 60 percent of any topical product we use!

There are a few major chemicals that can be found in beauty products that can be harmful to your health. Be sure to read labels and ingredients prior to purchasing and using all beauty products including nail polishes, makeup and skin care.

Toluene is a petroleum by-product found in nail polish and cosmetics. This neurotoxin can affect brain function and the central nervous system. It can interfere with normal fetal and childhood development. Toluene may appear on ingredients labels as phenylmethane, methylbenzene, or toluol.

Synthetic Formaldehyde is a Volatile Organic Compound that is highly toxic and often found in nail polish and hair relaxer. VOC’s vaporize causing indoor air pollution. This one is toxic to the liver and carcinogenic. Formaldehyde is a known carcinogen. Causes allergic, irritant and contact dermatitis, headaches and chronic fatigue.

Aluminum is a widely used toxic metal that can be found in virtually everything from antiperspirant deodorant to nasal spray and shampoo. Aluminum can cause severe harm to the human nervous system. To rub such products under the arms is inviting the absorption of these harmful chemicals, which many believe will inevitably lead to cancer or neurological problems (such as Alzheimer’s disease).

Parabens are synthetic preservatives used regularly in cosmetics, personal care products, and event baby’s lotion. Parabens have been linked to interruption of normal endocrine system functioning and severe allergies. Parabens are usually easy to identify by name, such as methylparaben, propylparaben, butylparaben, or benzylparaben.

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate is an industrial chemical designed to clean and create foam.

This detergent is typically found in shampoo, liquid soap and toothpaste. Depending on manufacturing processes, sodium lauryl sulfate may be contaminated with measurable amounts of ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane. Ethylene oxide is known as a human carcinogen and 1,4-dioxane as a possible human carcinogen. Ethylene oxide can also harm the nervous system.

Synthetic Fragrance is made with petrochemical-based oils, these chemicals namely phthalates are found in soap, lotion, shampoo, deodorant, conditioner and perfume. Phthalates have been linked to hormone disruption.

Choose products that are free of toxins, synthetic preservatives and artificial fragrance, color and mineral oils.

For more information visit mindbodygreen.com or join us for our Jane Iredale Mineral makeup event on Monday May 14th with our national trainer Ruben Potrebenko. Contact the spa for further details on the event or for details on products.

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The Nelson Fire Department was called to Fairview last Thursday after receiving reports of a kitchen fire.

At 12:28 p.m. two on-duty members and one additional firefighter responded.

“Upon arrival of the first crew, no visible fire was observed,” said Capt. Jeff Herbert in a press release.

All occupants of the home

were safely out on the street and the crew’s primary objective was minimizing damage to the home.

“Crews encountered a small fire that was able to be contained to the oven,” he said.

Smoke was removed from the home using positive pressure ventilation.

“Nelson Fire Rescue would like to take this opportunity to remind everyone to ensure they have working smoke detectors,” said Herbert.

Sometime between May 3 and 6 a break-in occurred at the Nelson Hydro power plant at 5010 Blewett Road.

Locks were cut and the thieves stole a significant amount of copper wiring along with other accessories.

The theft is under investigation.

••• On May 9, during a routine traffic stop, a man was found to have outstanding BC-wide criminal warrants.

During the subsequent arrest, the male was found to be in possession of brass knuckles, which are a prohibited weapon and resulted in further charges above the existing warrants.

The man was taken into police custody to await a court hearing.

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Insurance Certified Broker Professional Coach and Certified Life Coach

What does Wabi Sabi mean?

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Are you ready for camping season?

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Happy Trails!is that?

How delicious To come to a place whether in relationship, work, writing, creating, taking a photo, trying a new sport – instead of being fixated on what is not perfect, we embrace the imperfect and see the beauty in it.

So I wish you all Wabi-Sabi!

A

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How Can Massage Therapy Help You?

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The Power of therapeutic touch is not something to be overlooked! Massage can be a wonderful tool on your path to wellness. Massage can be used preventatively; it helps treat a variety of issues and it assists in your overall health. Research has shown that massage can be helpful for: • Anxiety/Stress • Digestive Disorders • Soft Tissue Injury (ex: whiplash, muscle tears, sports injuries)• Inflammatory Conditions • Overuse Injuries • Pain • Syndromes/Headaches • Nervous System Disruption (ex: numbness/ tingling) • Support during Pregnancy The benefits of massage are vast and are not limited to this list! There are a variety of massage techniques originating from many parts of the world that are used by many different professionals. In North America the most common is a combination of Swedish, deep tissue, trigger point, and fascial techniques. Swedish massage is quite general and uses long, gentle strokes to relax your body and promote circulation. Deep tissue massage is a more specific, direct technique that focuses on a specific muscle or muscle group to promote healing.

Trigger point technique is a very specific technique where pressure is applied to “knots” or hyperirritable spots in the muscles or connective tissue to aid in returning the soft tissue to a healthy state. Fascial techniques are done without oil or lotion. The connective tissue is encouraged to relax into its healthy shape through lifting, rolling and torqueing. There are two vital components in choosing massage therapy as a tool on your path to wellness: 1. Finding the right therapist for YOU! It is important to not only get along with your therapist but also to find a therapist who is professional, knowledgeable, effective, and attentive to your story. Don’t be afraid to try a new therapist if you need a change.

2. Remember it’s YOUR massage!

Be an advocate for your own health. If there are components of your treatment that you don’t understand or are unsure about let your therapist know. That’s how the perfect therapeutic relationship is created.

Good Debt versus Bad Debt.

Not all debt is created equal… the difference lies in how it helps – or hurts – your pursuit of your financial goals.

Some debt can be seen as an investment in one’s future: • Borrowing money to maximize your RRSP contributions.

• Loans with tax-deductible interest to earn investment income.

• Borrowing to acquire an asset that may increase in value, such as your home or a rental property.

• Student loans that enable you to get an education leading to a good career.

However, other types of debt can act as a fiscal drag, limiting future opportunities: • Revolving consumer debt with high rates of interest, such as maintaining balances on credit cards or department store cards.

• Buying something that will depreciate using borrowed funds.

• Cash advances on your credit card. Interest is charged right from the date of your advance.

• Making deferred consumer purchases (i.e. “do not pay until 2014”) where the cost of the item includes financing charges.

Ultimately identifying the difference between “good debt” and “bad debt” will help you to make smarter decisions when it comes to purchasing. If you require financing to purchase something that has potential for appreciation, tax benefits or personal growth, go for it. Pay cash for the depreciating assets and material items that are not needed to live.

As a independant mortgage professional, I work for you not the bank and always have YOUR best interest in mind. Talk to me to better understand your borrowing situation and to find solutions that fit your needs.

“Wellness is the connection of two paths, Action and Knowledge“-‐unknown

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If you are reading this, chances are that you or someone you know has read Comment Canada, the new magazine with the Peace Clown on the cover. Comment, formerly Kootenay Times Magazine, is produced in Nelson BC by a hardworking team of researchers, writers, photographers and archivists and is being distributed throughout the Kootenays and beyond to the far flung corners of the planet. The goal of this new quarterly publication is to create the most interesting “alternative” publication in Canada by publishing articles from the public... You! In the age of “muffin mix” journalism and hyper-advertising we are witnessing the dumbing down of the daily and the decline of the magazine as we know it. The quest for “the Benjamins” has superceded the importance of information so we see a fairly mean average across the bored. Comment Canada is committed to publishing a magazine that accumulates interest daily so we are investing our own “hard earned” in hopes that our subscribers will do the same. There is 100% “no advertising” within the pages of Comment and your copy will be delivered every 3 months or 4 times a year. Our first issue, The Peace issue 001, is now on the streets and we have been getting a lot of positive feedback from the public which is most inspiring as we chop away at the summer / festival issue, which we hope you will help us write it. We have included our topic list in the space beside in order to inspire you. Our maximum word count is 150 words and our annual subscription fee is $60 for four issues. We look forward to your peace and your love. You help us write it. We print it. Find us on facebook. You don’t have to like us to read us. Publishing June 21 2013 :002 Comment.

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Bags of Love Ministry, Trail Seventh Day Adventist Church, would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the people and businesses in the West Kootenay Region, for their generous and continued donations and support. Your response to our Ministry has been phenomenal and has made it possible for us to donate 40 bags to children who are in transition. As our Ministry grows, we look forward to developing further relationships within our communities. Thank you all.

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MARION BERGEVIN’S CD release/Birthday Party, is Friday, May 17th at 8:00 PM in Nelson United Church!! “ When Soul Touches Soul,” is Marion’s 3rd. album of original folk music. Admission, featuring Producer/Musician, Rocko Vaugeois, is $5, or $20, with a “When Soul Touches Soul” cd. Refreshments served. EVERYONE WELCOME!! Marion @ 250-354-9577

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60th Wedding Anniversary Celebration

SPANISH, Art, Life Coach 250-777-2468 More about me? see www.inglesymagia.com The Annual General Meeting of the Balfour Recreation Commission will be held on Wed May 29/13 at 7pm at the Balfour Community Hall

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Found: Tues. Apr 30th Car Keys on Pulpit Rock hike 352-9606 LOST: Clear prescription glasses, oakley black frames in tan/brown case Al 352-6969 LOST: On Baker St or the waterfront dog path, mens Sierra Design windbreaker.

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Gerald MacFarlane Gerald MacFarlane of Nelson died January 18, 2013 of Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital at the age of 84 years.

Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, May 19, 2013 at 3:00pm from The Nelson United Church, 602 Silica Street with Pastor Nolan Gingrich as celebrant.

As an expression of sympathy family and friends make donations in memory to The Ascension Lutheran Building Fund 1805 Silverking Road, Nelson, British Columbia V1L 5T4 Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Valley Funeral Home Ltd. On-line condolence may be expressed at www.valleyfh.ca

In Loving Memory Mary Chernoff 1927 - 2013

will be held at 16168 Crawford Creek Road Crawford Bay BC on May 18th from 2 pm The children of Bob and Eve Jerome are hosting an Open House to celebrate their parents 60 years of togetherness.

Date: Saturday, May 18th, 2013 Place: Bob & Eve’s home, 7003-Hwy 395W @ Greenbay 12m west of Cranbrook Time: Drop-in 1pm-4pm Contact: Pennie Johnston 250-759-4793

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John Hopwood will be held at the Prestige Lakeside Resort on May 18th from 2-4 pm John passed away at KLH on Feb. 12, 2013 at the age of 84 years

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Chernoff of Salmo, B.C. Who died peacefully on May 9th, 2013.

A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, May 15th at 10: 00am at the Chapel of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd., 613 Ward Street, Nelson, B. C. with Reverend Gerry Hutchman presiding Interment will follow at Boulder Creek Cemetery located in Salmo, B. C. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Salmo Legion, 303 4th Street, Salmo BC V0G 1Z0 or to a Charity of your Choice.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd.

Notice of Memorial Service Richard Charles Cone

June 2nd, Castlegar Brilliant Cultural Center 1 PM to 5:30 PM Featuring: SPEAKERS, POWER POINT PRESENTATIONS FIRST NATIONS SINGERS DOUKHOBOR CHOIR DISPLAYS Grand Chief Stewart Phillip, President of the Union of BC Indian Chiefs Joan Phillip, Penticton Band Councillor Gerald Amos, Former Chief Councillor of Haisla First Nation Peter Julian MP NDP Energy and Natural Resource Critic

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Richard was born in High River, Alberta on May 2nd, 1931. His parents moved the family to Nelson in 1948. In 1952 he joined the Royal Canadian Air Force – and was stationed in Winnipeg, Manitoba and then Cold Lake, Alberta.

After his military service, Richard returned to Nelson where he and his wife Josephine raised their sons, Dennis and Murray.

In 1969 he purchased Coleman Electric from his friend, Hank Coleman and ran the business until his early retirement in 1979.

In 1976 he married Joyce Trudeau. They moved to Gabriola Island in 1979. There they were blessed with a son, Jonathan. In 1990 the family moved to Mara, where they enjoyed many happy years.

Richard loved trains and airplanes. He had an incredible model railroad that incorporated an airbase. He flew a tri-pacer until his move to the Island, but took up flying again in an ultra light when living in Mara.

Sadly, Joyce passed away in 2009, and much of Richard’s enjoyment in life seemed to go with her. He went to join her on December 21st, 2012.

Murray, Jonathan and families invite friends to join us at a Memorial Service on Saturday, May 18th, beginning at 1:00 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion Hall in Nelson, where we will share fond memories, tender smiles, and ..... a few tears.

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Full Time CDA required flexible hours - some evenings Starting in June - please send resume to: 556 Josephine St Nelson, BC V1L 1W5 Graphic Production Person Required Speedpro Signs in Nelson is seeking an individual to work part time in the production department. Mature, detail oriented with a strong work ethic and excellent comm. skills essential. Design background and knowledge of Illustrator and SignLab an asset. Possibility to become permanent. Please e-mail resume and cover letter to info@speedpronelson.com Student only: Outreach Worker/Administrative Assistant for EcoSociety.

Includes office & field work. 30 hrs/week for 14 weeks @ 12/hr. Beginning immediately.

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Bayshore Home Health is currently seeking Registered Nurses & Licensed Practical Nurses for night shifts in the Castlegar/ Nelson area to work with children with complex care needs. If you are an RN or LPN and love working with children and their families , we would appreciate hearing from you. Pediatric experience is an asset and we do offer client specific training.

Please send your resume and cover letter to: pedsvancouver@ bayshore.ca or fax to 1-866-686-7435

Civil Engineering Technologist II

District of Kitimat, full time permanent, wage range $37.01 $44.78, over two years. Civil Technologist diploma required.

Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, duties include a variety of infrastructure investigations, surveying, design, contract preparation, inspection and material testing on projects related to the municipality’s water, sewer, drainage and transportation systems. Candidates should be proficient in using electronic survey equipment, computer assisted design using AutoCad 3D, and MS Office. Valid BC driver’s license required. Submit resumes

by May 31, 2013, 4:30 pm, to Personnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat, BC, V8C 2H7, Fax (250) 632-4995, or email dok@kitimat.ca

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ACCOUNTANT 7+( 6.< ,6 7+( /,0,7 NEEDED! ACCOUNTANT NEEDED!

Nelson Ford Sales is hiring an accountant to handle the daily accounting duties. Reporting to the General Manager and the CFO, this person will be responsible for following policies set by management. Responsibilities include activities associated with accounts receivable and payable, general ledger, payroll, banking, reporting information to Ford Motor Company and other such items pertaining to a Ford dealership. Please forward your resume in confidence to: Robbie McMahon, General Manager at rmcmahon@nelsonfordsales.com or to 623 Railway Street, Nelson, BC V1L1H5.

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Automotive Service Technician Kalawsky Chevrolet Buick GMC has an immediate opening for a Certified Automotive Technician.

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We’re a family-owned and operated General Motors dealership with over 20 years of experience providing uncompromising service to our customers, and we’re looking for someone who shares our philosophy and work ethic. Come be a part of our team. General Motors experience is considered an asset, but is not essential. However, you must have your own tools and safety boots.

Both positions will commence in July. Application deadline is June 12th. For full job description of both positions, please visit www.nelsonwomenscentre.com To apply, send a cover letter specifying the position you are applying for outlining relevant experience and a current resume. Resumes will be accepted by email at tasha@nelsonwomenscentre.com or by mail or in person to 420 Mill Street, Nelson BC, V1L 4R9. Please specify the position for which you are applying.

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Call Liz Program Coordinator This is a part-time permanent position. The Program Coordinator 250.352.1890 trains and supports volunteers in addition to overseeing the drop-in program. Some of the responsibilities

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Key tasks: • Building relationships with physicians and other key stakeholders.

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• Overseeing the coordination, design and facilitation of complex meetings.

The successful candidate: • Advanced community development and project management skills & ability.

• Management experience including supervision and coordination of work of others.

• Experience in health care an asset.

Approx. 20 hours per week with the possibility of expanded hours in the fall.

For more info: www.divisionsbc.ca/kb/careers

Closing date: May 23, 2013

Please submit your cover letter and resume to: Mitch Rinas, Controller Kalawsky Chevrolet Buick GMC 1700 Columbia Avenue Castlegar, BC V1N 2W4 Fax: (250) 365-3949 Email: mitch@kalawsky.com

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The School District is seeking applications from qualified persons in the following area: Competition #13-C-18:

“Education Assistant-Deaf Blind Intervenor” (Regular) Job Details: The candidate would primarily be working with a student who has a dual sensory loss and must be: • fluent or have communicative level in American Sign Language and proficient in co-signing and tactile signing • hold a certificate or demonstrated proficiency in Braille Qualifications: For a list of qualifications see postings section on our School District website @ www.sd20.bc.ca for more details.

Rate of Pay: $23.51 per hour Closing date of accepting applications is 12:00 NOON on Friday, May 24, 2013.

Send applications including all relevant previous employment references to Mrs. Marcy VanKoughnett, Director of Human Resources, School District No. 20 (Kootenay-Columbia) Suite 120, 1290 Esplanade Trail, BC V1R 4T2 (Fax: (250) 364-2470). Applications may also be sent by e-mail to hr@sd20.bc.ca.

Reference No. 1307 Reporting to the Projects Coordinator, the Document Control Assistant will be responsible for the Waneta Expansion Project submittal review process under the direction of the Projects Coordinator; maintaining, auditing and archiving of the Waneta Expansion Construction Contract files within Columbia Power’s information system. This position must also manage the document control strategy and ensure the proper control and protocol for all documents. The incumbent will also be required to assist with a wide range of administrative support services. This is a two year position.

Qualifications: t An understanding of “document life cycle”, with a minimum of 2 years experience of document control and knowledge of records information management policies and procedures; t Experience in working with construction documentation and knowledge of construction terminology is a requirement; t Knowledge of filing systems, with preference to ARCS and ORCS; t Progressive training on the use of computer applications including MS Office, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and other office software programs with a strong desire to learn new skills and software as required; t Demonstrated proficiency in supporting Project Managers and interacting directly with 3rd parties in maintaining document timelines and schedules consistent with the project deliverables; t Strong communication, organizational, attention to detail, and problem solving skills including the ability to work well both independently and in a team environment; t Demonstrated ability to be self motivated, flexible/adaptable dealing with project demands and able to prioritize; t Ability to prioritize and balance a variable workload and have a strong general knowledge of contract administration, invoice processing, travel vouchers and business expenses.

To apply for this position, email your cover letter and resume to: careers@columbiapower.org with the reference number in the subject line.

The closing date for this position is May 17, 2013.

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Quality Nursery Stock Large selection Fruit Trees & Bushes Like 2 Blueberry Bushes $15 250-428-2062 Creston, B.C.

1991 Knight Car Dolly Utility Trailer For Sale in Nelson. Good shape. New wiring and repacked bearings. Two sets of straps - one for larger vehicle & one for smaller vehicle. $500 firm. 250-354-7471.

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Real Estate For Sale By Owner GREAT STARTER HOME &/OR INVESTMENT ON RIONDEL RD. above Kootenay

Lake. 4 k to Ashram 4 k to Riondel & beach. 2 3/4 acres & 2 storey unfinished (but furnished) “Small is Beautiful” cabin.

Good benches for building, one with lake view. In Aug,12 appraised at $170,000 but older, flexible vendor open to offers & might carry part of mortgage for suitable person or couple. For info & viewing please call : 1-780-5660707

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent NELSON: Downtown, bachelor apt Mature single adult. ref NS/NP $625/m incl util. 354-4779 or 825-4666

GREAT FAMILY HOME! Nelson: Uphill, half duplex, 4 bdrm, 2 bath. new appliances$1200/m + util.

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Homes for Rent

Recreational/Sale

3 bedroom house, close to Lion’s Park with large fenced yard. Washer / dryer and Internet included $1350 per month.

250-777-2781

1988 partially furnitured 32’ Travel Trailer with large roofed 12x30’ deck new fridge, extra fridge and freezer in shed permanently parked at Cedar Glen Campground at Balfour Landing behind bakery $15,000, 1979 Reinel 21’ Boat Cabin Cruiser, excellent fishing boat recently serviced $5000 or will sell together for $18,000 owners moving 365-4740

Nelson, Castlegar or Salmo: Young Man looking for accommodations can afford $450 all incl. Must have private washroom, kitchen and be self-contained.

Dan @ 352-9876

Trucks & Vans 1989 L9000 Ford Dump Truck Certified, newer nahanee lock box, 425 cat engine, 15 over eaton fuller transmission, new paint, $15,000, $5,000 for 20 T Trailer flat deck 250-365-3458 or 304-8638

Nelson: Disabled construction worker requires housing in Nelson, Prefer quiet self contained unit close to downtown. Can pay up to $450 all included. Reliable, tidy, non-partier. Rob @ 352-9876

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Cranbrook youth band The Good Ol’ Goats were the big winners in this year’s Kootenay Music Awards.

The six-piece bluegrass band, whose members range in age from 16 to 17, was named Artist of The Year, as well as Best Roots and Blues artist. Too young to legally enter Spiritbar in Nelson, where the awards were handed out Friday night, one of the band member’s dad accepted the trophies on their behalf.

Kootenay Music Award nominees were shortlisted by a panel of five music industry pros, then the public had a chance to vote daily online for their favourites.

The awards went to the artists who collected the most votes.

More young talent was highlighted in the Best New Artist category, with 18-yearold Selkirk College music student Dylann Heidi taking the title.

Other winners included Fernie’s Shred Kelly in the

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Fernie’s Shred Kelly was one of the big winners on Friday night at the Kootenay Music Awards at Spiritbar. photo courtesy Emilee Zaitsoff/Electrify Photography The band took home the trophy for Best Live Act.

Song of the Year and Best Live Act categories. Nelson’s Brian Rosen won Album of The Year for his 2012 release Choose Your Choice.

Nelson’s Thus Far won Best Rock/Punk/Metal; Castlegar’s Motes and Oats received Best Country/Folk; Nelson’s Yan Zombie took home Best Electronic Pro-

ducer; and Nelson’s Rafferty Funksmith was named Best DJ. Nelson music promoter Paul Hinrichs, formerly of The Royal, was also recognized with a special award for all all the big name bands he’s brought through the city in the past year.

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ond annual Kootenay Music Awards, presented by Nelson Brewing Company and Black Press. Proceeds from the awards support a foundation that gives scholarships to musicians.

For more pictures from the event see kootenaymusicawards.com and click “photo gallery.”

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2153 Springfield Road (250) 860-2600

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2153 Springfield Road (250) 860-2600

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#200 - 2180 Elk Rd. 1001-2601 Skaha Lake Rd. 200-3107 - 48th Ave. (250) 493-3800 (250) 542-3000 (250) 707-2600

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2153 Springfield Road (250) 860-2600

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#200 - 2180 Elk Rd. (250) 707-2600

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1001-2601 Skaha Lake Rd. 200-3107 - 48th Ave. (250) 493-3800 (250) 542-3000

1001-2601 Skaha Lake Rd. 200-3107 - 48th Ave. (250) 493-3800 (250) 542-3000

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