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The Journal Thursday, May 16, 2013
Clemes Hall being transformed
What a blast of warm weather! It feels like summer not spring! I’m not complaining though. Our planned Spring cleanup in April was cancelled as it was 6 degrees and the rain was blowing sideways. These volunteer events should be at least somewhat fun. We ended up with a gorgeous day on May 4, and with a fantastic turn out and all our roads and lanes were combed and are litter free – for now at least. Thanks to everyone for pitching in!
Mother’s Day pancake breakfast was well attended and many enjoyed a great breakfast - thanks so much to the Spences Bridge Fire Dept. and especially Marg, Arnie and Trudy. The winners of the community Club Mother’s Day raffle are: 1st prize (crocheted blanket donated by Carol Madden)
won by Chief Donna Gallager, 2nd prize (First Aid kit in Spences Bridge donated by the fire dept.) won by TerMavourneen esa Downs, Varcoe-Ryan and 3rd prize (hanging basket donated by yours truly) won by Linda Nichols. Thanks to everyone for the support.
COMINGS & GOINGS ON
The New Horizon’s Seniors program is underway with the formation of an Elder’s Council. It’s met twice now and is busy planning events and activities that will see Elders mentoring Elders by sharing their various skills and talents. We are also striving for a more unified community as we share, learn and gain understanding from each other. The first event is planned for May 28; it is a potluck picnic lunch at the “dancing tree”. Meet at the Chief Wistemnista centre at noon with your contribution for lunch, and we’ll all go laugh, dance, and learn! The electrical aspect of the renovations at the hall is just about complete. The new lights are up, and they look great! The new furnace has already resulted in a much reduced hydro bill. The NDI funds are now in place and we are in the process of ordering a nice little stage for the hall. The options for events and performances will be greatly enhanced.
The Ashcroft Communities in Bloom group would like to thank Second Time Around for a generous donation of $500. These funds will be used to update Communities in Bloom signage including signs on the TransCanada Highway leading down towards Ashcroft. (Above) CiB member Ina Gory accepts the donation from Manager Anne Bonter.
SUMMER EMPLOYMENT MUSEUM POSITION The Village of Ashcroft has a position available in the Ashcroft Museum for the summer months. This position would run June 14 to August 30 and would be for 40 hours per week at $11.00 per hour. This position will be of interest to anyone with a love of history. Duties would include greeting guests, answering general questions as well as janitorial duties. This position is designed for students who will be returning to a secondary or post-secondary institution in the fall. The Village is an equal opportunity employer and this position is open to both male and female applicants. Interested parties are invited to submit their Resumes to the following address by 4:00 pm on Thursday, May 23, 2013. Village of Ashcroft PO Box 129 Ashcroft, BC V0K 1A0 Phone: 250-453-9161 Fax: 250-453-9664 Email: admin@ashcroftbc.ca
The Desert Daze planning is coming along nicely. We have been receiving some sponsorships, and the music line–up is just about finalized. Next month’s column will have more final details – but make sure you mark August 9-10 in your calendar for two days of great music and activities for the whole family.
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