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Art gallery volunteer June Duncan stays warm by using a space heater and wearing her coat Friday morning in the gallery gift shop. There were cases in January 2013 and in 2012 of water leaking into the building and damaging art. “We spend so much time with interruptions,” said Kennedy Grant. “We can’t focus on what we need to focus on.” VPAG is pushing Greater Vernon politi-

cians to hold a borrowing referendum in January for a new art gallery. “We want to provide more continuity and services to the community,” said Kennedy Grant. It’s been suggested that it could cost $17.9 million for a new art gallery and museum.

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Art gallery left in cold A chill has descended upon culture. The Vernon Public Art Gallery has been without an operating furnace for about six weeks and it’s expected the situation won’t be corrected until early in the new year. “We have space heaters all over the place but we have to shut them down at night and then it’s quite chilly in the morning,” said Dauna Kennedy Grant, executive director. “In the main gallery, it has been getting down to 16 Celsius and it’s usually in the 20s.” The concern is that once cold weather does arrive, the space heaters won’t be able to manage and conditions inside the gallery could become uncomfortable for visitors. “Our employees are wearing sweaters and if it gets colder, they will be putting on gloves,” said Kennedy Grant. However, the primary concern is for the integrity of the gallery’s art collection. Temperature and humidity control are critical to preserve paintings and other items and Kennedy Grant says that is difficult without a consistent heat source. “We have locations identified if we have to move items off site,” she said. Beyond all of this, when the space heaters are plugged in, breakers have blown. The art gallery is located in the downtown parkade, which is owned by the City of Vernon. “On Oct. 15, council approved $100,000 to replace and upgrade the failed HVAC systems at the parkade, including the art gallery space,” said Brett Bandy, the city’s real estate manager. “Building services is sourcing a new system and has provided temporary electrical heating units until the new system can be installed.” City staff have been waiting for quotes on the equipment and with that now in hand, phase one installation for a medical clinic will begin next week. The second phase, which will impact the art gallery, could begin in about a month. This is just the latest capital works issue for the VPAG.

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The resumption of rail service in the North Okanagan is right on track. As part of a decision to take over the Kelowna-Pacific line, Canadian National is investing in capital improvements to infrastructure between Lumby and Kamloops. “This work is underway and includes track upgrades and rail tie replacement,” said Emily Hamer, CN regional manager of public affairs. Emily Hamer “Operations on the 97 miles of the network running from Campbell Creek to Lumby will resume as soon as possible.” While improvements to the North Okanagan line continue, uncertainty over the future of the track from Coldstream to Kelowna remains. On Oct. 2, CN issued a notice of discontinuance for the line along Kalamalka and Wood lakes. “The discontinuance process falls under the Canada Transportation Act and we are following the process as prescribed,” said Hamer. “This legislated process is designed to give any interested party who believes that they can keep a line operating to do so.” Presently, parties interested in acquiring the line for railway operations have until Dec. 2 to make their intentions. If there is no interest from the private sector, the federal and provincial governments will be asked if they want the property. If that doesn’t occur, local government will have between March 5 and April 4 to state if there is interest in acquiring the track. If rail service does not resume, a citizens’ campaign has been launched to turn the track into a recreational corridor. “We will not comment on discussions held with individual interested parties,” said Hamer.

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ipolar. Drug dealer. Addict. Thief. Unfit parent. Frequently in trouble with the police. Undesirable member of society. Michael Little apologizes for being all of the self-proclaimed above. Now, the Vernon man is working hard to right his wrongs. “I just want to thank my community for the judicial system, the RCMP, community corrections, mental health workers, hospital, doctors, nurses, drug and alcohol counselors, outreach workers and the food bank,” said Little, 46. “All of these services are the reflections of a community’s warmth, caring and compassion, and the examples that I used to achieve my third year of sobriety.” Originally from Montreal, Little came to Vernon as a fundraising consultant and thought the North Okanagan would be a great place to semi-retire. At age 38, Little had no criminal record. He says depending on who you talk to, there are various stages in his life when the “cheese slid off the cracker” and he turned to drugs and to crime to pay for his addictions. “I think it was about seven years ago when my son was taken away from me,” said Little. “There were unresolved issues and not having a way to deal with it. Things just got compounded and escalated.” A two-page chronology from his physician shows Little’s descent into his man-made hell. Smoking a gram of pot per day in September 2005; diagnosed possible bipolar affective disorder; first of what would be many grand mal seizures Dec. 22, 2005; 72-hour IV cocaine binge May 2006; caught shoplifting at Real Canadian Wholesale Club May 2006, banned from store; lost custody case involving kids in July ‘06; involved in assault altercation, multiple injuries to face, evicted from building, arrested by RCMP and charged with resisting arrest in October ‘06.

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The back of the former Royal Canadian Legion branch in downtown Vernon was a spot Michael Little used to do drugs. Sober for nearly four years, Little, right, with his son, Seth, is now apologizing to the City of Vernon and has turned his life completely around. “I was a drug dealer, hard core,” said Little, who said he sold drugs in Vernon to 127 people. “The circuit of shoplifting that I did. I was notorious for that. I appeared in The Morning Star, mostly in Crime Stoppers.” His turning point came in August 2008 when he nearly died at 6 a.m. in Polson Park due to a drug overdose. He spent three days in intensive care and suffered a brain injury as a result of the overdose. “It was clear I wasn’t going to be able to kill myself,” said Little. “I was on 23 pills a day for bipolar, epilepsy and I took a whole week’s worth at once. By my calculation, that should have done the trick.” It was then that Little, the same man who had victimized the community with his drug dealing and criminal actions, turned to the community for help.

He was given three meals a day at the Upper Room Mission. He got counselling through Interior Health. He apologized to a person with whom he crossed paths numerous times over the years, Vernon RCMP Const. Kathy Szoboticsanec. “For a police officer, it’s always a good feeling to see somebody that you’ve seen in the worst possible place, physically and mentally, turn things around and look healthy,” said Szoboticsanec. “He came and said a few words to a young chap I had in my car that was heading down the wrong path in life. He said to him, ‘There isn’t a drug I haven’t tried.’ It made an impact on me and also on this young guy.” Little now does public speaking for the ministry of health, community corrections, Canadian Mental Health Association and social devel-

opment. He started an organization called Neighborhood Investment Group (http://neighborhoodinvestmentgr. wordpress.com) that hosts dinners once a month at the Upper Room Mission (next one is Wednesday, Nov. 20). If he can’t find a sponsor to pay for the dinners, Little pays for them out of money he earns from his part-time jobs. The food comes from the Wholesale Club, where, because Little remains banned from the premises due to his shoplifting, volunteers pick up the groceries. “They’re happy to help as long as I’m not the guy coming in to buy the food,” laughed Little. He can afford to laugh now. As he mentioned, Little has been sober for three years. He has his son, Seth, 16, living with him again and the two are tight.

“He’s an attentive parent and I have no worries,” said Seth. “I wanted to be with my dad. It’s been pretty good. While we were apart we called each other, sent e-mails, Skype-chatted, just little things like that.” Little’s daughter recently gave birth to his first grandchild. More than anything, Little wants to say sorry to the City of Vernon and its residents, make amends and let other people know that he wouldn’t have been able to change his life around if not for the services offered in Vernon. “The community is phenomenal, great, wonderful,” said Little. “There’s such cooperation between agencies. I wasn’t a very good citizen of Vernon, but the city said it wants all members of the community to get well. They put forth an effort, people really tried. “I was greeted and held with open arms. I was a thorn in the side of the RCMP and now they work with me. I did my recovery process in our community without benefit of a treatment facility or ongoing program. I just used resources available on the street in our community. “I no longer deal, I’m an attentive parent, working with the law and an active participant in the community.” (If you would like to make a donation to the community dinners, visit Little’s website or visit the Wholesale Club and ask staff to purchase a community dinners card and leave it at the Club. Staff will make sure the card gets to Little.)

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MLA welcomes petition results ber of signatures compared to the election turnout is 25.3 per cent in Civic leaders are being urged not Coldstream, 22.9 per cent in Vernon to dismiss public interest in Greater and 23.7 in the electoral areas (no Vernon governance. 2011 election so based on 2013 referA petition organized by the Greater endum results). Vernon Governance The turnout for April’s Society has collected sports complex referendum 2,930 signatures askwas 19.5 per cent. ing local and provincial The society will now conauthorities to develop sult with the local jurisdica plan to combine area tions and it would be up to the jurisdictions into a single regional district and the two entity. municipalities to ask the pro“The numbers warvincial government to initiate Eric Foster rant a good look by everya restructuring study. Such a one,” said Eric Foster, study — which would look at Vernon-Monashee MLA. the pros and cons of amalga“I’m glad that enough people are mation — could possibly lead to a interested to see what the next steps referendum. are. That’s quite a few signatures.” Premier Christy Clark recentOf the 2,930 names, 2,032 are ly stated the government would from Vernon, 611 from Coldstream not impose a structure on Greater and 287 from the two electoral areas. Vernon, and Foster isn’t sure if there There are 31,693 total voters in is a role for Victoria to encourage the Vernon, 7,424 in Coldstream and jurisdictions to seek a study. 5,550 in Areas B and C. “I don’t know other than to say However, the society has based its that these aren’t insignificant numfigures on how many people voted in bers,” he said. 2011 civic elections. “It’s up to them (jurisdictions). We Using that formula, the num- try not to interfere in these things.” richard rolke

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Downtown Vernon will be a festive wonderland during the Christmas season. The city has approved a plan by the Downtown V e r n o n Association to have decorated Christmas trees Lara Konkin on sidewalks from Nov. 29 to Dec. 6. “They will be decorated in different themes,” said Coun. Mary-Jo O’Keefe. “It’s a really great project.” The DVA and Welcoming Greater Vernon Recrea

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Communities Vernon have developed the tree program to support families and individuals in need. “We are going to ensure no family goes without,” said Lara Konkin, DVA executive director. The DVA will provide a lit six to eight-foot Douglas fir tree to any downtown merchant that wants to sponsor decorating of the tree. On Nov. 29, during Light-Up festivities, the decorated tree will be located in front of the business and after Light-Up, it will be donated to families in need. As part of its approval, the city wants assurances the trees will not block pedestrian traffic or parking spaces. The DVA will also be responsible for vandalism.

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Efforts are underway to ensure the dream of owning a home doesn’t go unrealized. The Project Build Society has informed the City of Vernon of plans to construct 42 units for people to purchase after receiving assistance with the down payment. “It could fulfill a real need in the community and it sounds really positive,” said Mayor Rob Sawatzky. The thrust of the society is to assist families who earn between $60,000 and $100,000, and can afford Hammond mortgage payments, but don’t have sufficient funds for the down payment. “It’s for what a lot of people call the shrinking middle class. It’s a kick-start program,” said Leanne Hammond, Project Build Society executive director. “The Okanagan housing situation is far more expensive than other parts of the country. It’s challenging for families to get the down payment together. A lot of people are paying for rent what they could be paying to a mortgage if they could put the down payment together.”

Applicants must have the ability to handle the mortgage payment, have a stable job and have a good credit history. If successful, they will receive a non-repayable down payment of seven to 10 per cent. The funds come from developers, suppliers, employers, realtors and community donors. Hammond hopes to bring financial stability to families, allow them to remain in Vernon and become active members of the community. “They are looking for a hand up, not a hand out.” Besides assisting families, the program keeps construction workers busy during a slow time. “It really spikes building activity in the community,” said Hammond. Such a program was initiated a few years ago in Lake Country, with 50 units developed. “There have been no defaults on any of the mortgages. It’s creating good, qualified buyers where there are none,” said Bill Hubbard, with Century 21, who supports the initiative. “It’s an ideal program for where we are in the marketplace.” Future units in Vernon could be possible as there are currently 75 applications for assistance. The Project Build Society is asking the City of Vernon for a letter of support for its activities and for city staff to work with them to explore housing opportunities.

Criminal activity decreases in Vernon have taken the program to heart and they are doing curfew checks Rounding up a few bad apples and checking that (court) condiis making a difference in Vernon’s tions are being met.” The goal is to concrime scene. sistently monitor The RCMP’s third those individuals who quarter report shows are considered career an 8.26 per cent reduccriminals. tion in Criminal Code “It’s basic, simple, cases between July and looking at the statistics September and a 17.3 and who is causing the per cent drop in proptrouble,” said Burgess, erty crime. Reg Burgess adding that five to 10 Supt. Reg Burgess per cent of the offendbelieves the plumers who are prolific can meting crime rate is a account for 40 to 50 per cent of result of targeted policing. “We are getting more efficient the crime in Vernon. To date, 23 prolific offenders with our prolific offender team,” have been identified in Vernon he said. “Our general duty constables and seven are in custody, three richard rolke

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have moved out of the community and one file has been closed because the individual has changed his habits. A total of 12 individuals remain in the community under RCMP observation. The serious crimes unit was busy during the quarter, including with a case of child porn and child luring, the suspicious death of an infant, aggravated assault involving an infant and two homicides. Beyond crime, the Vernon RCMP have been focused on local roads to ensure safety. During the third quarter, officers initiated 38 road checkstops, a 58 per cent increase compared to last year.

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Vernon RCMP general duty constables Clay Fixsen, with Fergi, left, and Matt Taylor, with Frieda, are training the German shepherd pups to potentially become police service dogs. The officers, as well, would like to become police service dog handlers. service dog. “Right now, she doesn’t really have any manners,” smiled Taylor. “We want them that way because they have to climb on everyone. They can’t be afraid to jump on everyone or anything.” The puppies are tested at six-, nine- and 12-month intervals by the RCMP. If they pass all of those hurdles, they will be taken to Innisfail and paired with a chosen dog handler. Currently, the Ve r n o n - No r t h Okanagan detachment

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make it. These guys will raise a number of pups before going into training themselves. They have to be dedicated to dogs.” The public will be given a chance to work with a police service dog and handler. The RCMP are again offering as a silent auction item at the upcoming Raise the Woof fundraiser for the Okanagan Humane Society and HugABull Rescue and Advocacy Society a chance for a lucky bidder to spend a day working with a police dog crew. “We did this last year and there was such a great response,” said Marti Giroux with the Okanagan Humane Society. “The people who won had a blast.” Pooch Partners presents Raise the Woof, a night full of standup comedians, at the Powerhouse Theatre on Saturday, Nov. 23. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. “This is our main fundraiser for the year,” said Giroux.

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Residents eager to have Siberian elms uprooted native elms as noxious plants. A significant chal“They are considlenge is taking root ered that because they along Vernon streets. spread and because of Some residents are their growing pattern,” upset about Siberian said Koenig. elm trees on the city According to a boulevards. Regional District of “We’re hearing from South Okanagan report people who want to get on Siberian elms, “the rid of them a b u n d a nt , and the w i n d complaints dispersed are because seeds allow they drop this tree to branches spread rapand leaves,” idly, forming said Coun. dense thickCatherine ets that disRDOS IMAGE place native Lord. “ T h e y Siberian elm trees are veget at ion were plant- causing a nuisance in and reduce ed a long local neighbourhoods. forage for time ago wildlife and when peolivestock.” ple thought they were The species have pretty.” proven difficult to mainIn fact, the origins tain. of many of the elms Lord says city regulaisn’t known, especially tions only allow trees to in the Blue Jay sub- be removed if they are division, which hasn’t dangerous. always been part of “The policy isn’t to Vernon. take them out because “We’re not sure if they’re a nuisance,” she they seeded them- said, adding that the selves,” said Shirley rules should be revisKoenig, operation ser- ited so the elms can be vices manager. removed gradually. Siberian elms are While she believes also common on 17th the rules could be Street on East Hill. amended, Lord doesn’t Many jurisdictions want to see vast clearhave labelled the non- cutting of trees along RICHARD ROLKE

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Local residents will have an opportunity to learn more about genetically modified organisms. Genetically Engineered Foods and Human Health: A Cross-Canada Speaker’s Tour will be at Vernon’s Schubert Centre Nov. 28 at 7 p.m. “The event will feature a presentation by Dr. Thierry Vrain, a retired geneticist who now advocates against GE foods,” said Huguette Allen, an organizer. “This event will address the science behind GE foods, the documented effects of GE foods on human health and what the future holds for us if GE foods are not stopped.” The event is being sponsored by the Sustainable Environment Network Society, the Food Action Society, GE Free B.C. and Greenpeace Vancouver.

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’m not a problem gambler or anything like that. Just wait that sounds like a Rob Ford-type answer to a question from the media, or his council, or his... But I’m not here to pick on the beleaguered Toronto mayor, gosh knows there’s enough of that going on, although I’m here to discuss a vice of one kind or another and the fairness of it all. So here goes my beef. Yes, I’ve been known to buy a lottery ticket or two but being cheap helps me keep any huge outlay in check. But you know the saying, if you don’t buy a ticket you don’t get to dream. Glenn Mitchell And then a guy in Revelstoke wins the big one and you think, even though the odds are astronomical, it could happen, right? Plus it’s not like I want one of those huge wins, a nice cool million would be perfect. So, my usual weekly routine is go for a walk before Wednesday and Saturday and purchase a double dip ticket which is good for the Lotto 6/49 and BC/49, plus the Extra, and all for 10 bucks. You don’t have to think, or fill out any forms, and it covers off two of the big three lotteries. Occasionally I’ll get drawn into the Lotto Max draw Friday night if it gets big enough, even though I just said I don’t want to win a big one necessarily, so that just shows how flawed my logic is when it comes to lotteries. For the most part I stopped buying scratch tickets, due to the heavy loss quotient, but I might cough up four bucks for a Set for Life if I’ve had a bad week at work or there’s a couple toonies burning a hole in my pocket. So, if my math is right I’m usually spending $20 a week on my lottery habit, with a little blip for scratches and Lotto Max occasionally, so say $22.50 a week on average.

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That’s maybe 100 bucks a month or $1,170 a year, which. although that sounds like way more when you use the calculator to add it up (and hey I could use a thousand bucks more a year so what the hell am I thinking?), the odd win of a dollar or $10, not to mention the dreaming of the big one, keeps you in the game. But, here comes my beef. The price went up recently, and I understand prices go up but other things have to be taken into consideration too. Like how much you win. You see a double dip went up to $13, a significant increase in my book and it means I have to do even more math to see if my habit is more of a problem than I thought. But, so far, of course, I’ve been coughing up the extra cash, even though $13 isn’t exactly one of your easier cash transactions. This week, however, I won 10 bucks and it got me thinking. Prior to the price hike that meant I got a free ticket and I happily kept my own money in my pocket, grateful for the free pass. Now, with the price increase, I have to hand over three bucks plus my “winning” ticket to stay in the game. That doesn’t feel like a ‘win’ at all. Shouldn’t the new ‘win’ be $13 to at least cover the new price of the ticket? Now, I know I have the option of walking away with my $10 and declaring victory, but even I know that’s actually a loss. And you could say that about the loonie win too but that’s just an amusing aside. Of course I know 13 is an unlucky number but they don’t have to rub it in. And a lottery official might tell me my odds are better for other prizes at the increased price (I don’t actually research this stuff you know) but that’s missing the point anyway. Oh well, of course I don’t have to play. Or maybe I’ll start buying Set for Lifes again. Although I hear they went up a buck in price too. Does that now mean if you win a free ticket you have to cough up an extra buck?

Typhoon Haiyan swept through the Philippines, flattening towns and a city in its wake, leaving desperate refugees seeking shelter, medical aid, food and water. Canadians of Filipino descent and Canadians in general have responded with an outpouring of cash and supplies. The federal government has promised to match donations given to registered charities, and has mobilized disaster response teams to assess conditions on the ground in the Philippines. Images emerging from cities like Tacloban, a once thriving economic hub, shows a wasteland of rubble and splintered wood, reminiscent of the aftermath of the Japanese tsunami, the Haiti earthquake and the Indian Ocean tsunami. The magnitude of devastation in the Philippines is immense, but as Canada enters the Christmas season, many worthwhile charities are seeking your dollars. Social welfare groups are ramping up campaigns for Christmas food hampers, presents for underprivileged kids, and dinners and clothing for homeless people. With the disaster in the Philippines, local families are being asked once again to find a few more dollars to what is undoubtedly a worthwhile humanitarian cause. Pressures to donate are real and can stretch the budget of any family, especially around December. But in times of crisis, be it here or half a world away, it pays to be compassionate and giving. It’s important to remember that thousands of Filipino people have made B.C. their home, and are an integral part of the greater community. Their plight is our plight. — Victoria News

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n response to Mr. Sandberg, I would like to ask: Where did you write from? I will assume a computer, inside your home or office located somewhere in or near town. It is all well and good, to sit there and judge and condemn without taking a step back and looking at the bigger picture. I do not condone or endorse the slaughter of animals. I for one would have preferred relocation as well. But I also know I am in no position to make that call and will leave it to those who have to make that tough call. But please do remember, that humans are animals and we, as a species, do as all animals do. We survive. We have developed our accountability Remember when the Harper government (not the Canadian government) was elected? Mr. Harper said this government was going to be transparent and accountable. Hmmm, let's think about this. This came from the same person who stood up in the House of Commons when the Senate scandal first started and told Canadians that, "I have personally reviewed Ms. Wallin's expenses and they are in line with the rest of the senators." Then, when he realized that this scandal wasn't going away, he does a 180 and wants her and the other two (Brazeau and Duffy) suspended from the Senate without even giving them the opportunity to plead their cases. What about the presumption of innocence? Apparently there is no such thing from the Harper government. Mr. Harper says he didn't know about the $90,000 cheque that was given to Mr. Duffy. Mr. Harper also says he believes that this kind of thing would not be allowed to happen in private business. I believe that if this kind of thing happened in private business, the business manager (in this case, the prime minister) would probably be fired. Let's give him the benefit of the doubt. If he didn't know this was happening in his office, he should have. If he did know it was happening, he should be accountable and stop

own methods for such and although it seems brutal or cruel, it is how things have developed since the dawn of mankind.

misleading Canadians. Remember, transparency and accountability. Roger Westlake common sense It is time the powers that be get the speed and zoning signs for Ellison Elementary School at 25th Avenue and Fulton Road correct. The last letter to the editor that I read mentioned cars dropping kids off along 25th Avenue but I am sure she was talking about the Fulton side of the school. I have never seen a car stop on 25th Avenue to drop anyone off but have seen many cars stopping on Fulton Road to drop off students. Those issues are valid and the existing school zone signs should be enforced. That is not the issue I am writing about, however. This particular elementary school has a very unique safely zone along the east side of 25th Avenue in the form of a bicycle/walking path for children to get to and from school and a bad walking zone along a road on the other side of 25th Avenue. Students, given these two easy options, don't use 25th Avenue at all other than to cross at the light and they make constant use of these two side areas. My concerns are with the side road paralleling 25th Ave to the west. I drive several times a day along 25th Avenue and I have yet to see one person walking on the actu-

Humans fight, hunt and claim territory in order to survive, just as other animals do.

al roadway of 25th Avenue yet there is a 30 kilometre school zone sign. What I do see are people of all ages, and many with dogs, but mostly teens walking in twos, threes and fours in the middle of this side road which parallels 25th Avenue to the west. The danger zone is not 25th Avenue as many would have you believe but rather this side road to the west of 25th Avenue. Here we have a side road that has no speed limit posted which usually means that there is a legal unposted 50 kilometre speed limit. Even if this roadway is technically registered as a lane, that would mean there is an unposted 30 kilometre speed limit. It is time that we posted the speed limit and enforced it. The road is constantly full of pedestrians and dogs at all hours not just during school hours. This is the problem, not 25th Avenue. So I offer two suggestions: 1. Amend the school zone sign along 25th Avenue to read 30 kilometres when children on the highway. 2. Post a 30 kilometre speed limit sign in effect 24 hours a day or post 30 kilometre school zone signs along the side road west of 25th Avenue. The safety of our children is always a priority but let common sense prevail. c. Halliday alaRm sounded Thanks to the contributor who

Please also do remember that those protectors of society you are all too happy to condemn put themselves and their own wellbeing in harm's way when they have to. Without them, society and the world for us, as a people, would be much more dangerous, and not just from bears, but from each other as well. So please, I ask you, and everyone who might be reading this, to remember. We are no better then animals. We have simply discovered and evolved in such a way that has allowed us to exist as we are and enjoy the comforts of a house, a computer, a home-cooked meal, a vehicle, even a newspaper and such. dorian Hodgson

expressed amazement that a mere 400 parts per million (ppm) of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere might have any effect on global climate. Welcome to the revelations of chemistry, where mini amounts have major effects, like yeast in dough. Besides the greenhouse gas, CO2, burning fossil fuel also produces the odourless, colourless, lethal killer known as carbon monoxide (CO). It is considered an acute danger to human health in concentrations as low as 100 ppm. CO detectors are recommended in every home. At 400 ppm, an alarm will sound within minutes. Chlorine used to purify water must be less than three ppm before swimming is recommended in a treated pool. The Occupational Health and Safety Administration of the U.S. Department of Labor restricts human exposure to chlorine dioxide at levels of 0.1 ppm. Nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide and ozone are measured in parts per billion to report air pollution levels for the Alberta air quality health index. The World Health Organization estimates that 2.4 million people die annually from air pollutants, measured in parts per billion. A 2005 B.C. Cancer Foundation study estimated that a mere one per cent reduction of air pollution in Metro Vancouver would save $29 million in health related costs.

Four hundred ppm in the atmosphere is huge. It can have lethal and costly implications. The UN Panel on Climate Change is warning governments to consider 400 ppm CO2 seriously. The IPCC is our detector of climate emergency and they have sounded the alarm. Greig crockett

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Okanagan orchardists continue to express concerns about genetically modified organisms. The B.C. Fruit Growers’ Association has asked the federal government for an immediate moratorium on the genetically modified apple, known under the trademark Arctic apple. “There is potential market damage caused to apple markets if this GM apple is approved. Indeed, it seems the damage is occurring even while the apple is in the regulatory process and a decision on its approval is still pending,” said Jeet Dukhia, BCFGA president and a Vernon grower. “The public thinks of apples as a pure, natural, healthy and nutritional fruit. GM apples are a risk to our market image.” The BCFGA is opposed to the introduction of the GM apple, with this position endorsed by its delegates at its annual convention. The Canadian Horticulture Council’s apple working group, a national committee of representatives from each apple

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Okanagan orchardists are concerned about the Arctic apple entering the marketplace. growing province, is also in favour of a moratorium on the introduction of the Arctic apple. Dukhia says the public is skeptical about GM food according to a 2012 national survey, which the BCFGA completed in partnership with the Quebec Apple Producers Association. The survey showed that 69 per cent of Canadians are not in favour of GM food

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A Lumby resident could play a high-profile role in provincial politics. Rick Peterson has stated that he will name Janet Green as deputy leader if he wins the B.C. Conservative leadership April 11. “Janet Green is an outstanding woman with a strong understanding of health care issues, a deep commitment to conservative policies and values, and a passion for building the B.C. Conservative Party,” said Peterson. “I couldn’t be happier to

“He (Rick) has the knowledge and experience we need to help turn this province around.” — Janet Green

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Coldstream is planting its support to create a fund for future parkland. The district has given the nod to a Regional Parkland Legacy Fund, which could help acquire future parkland. “It’s basically seed money,” said Coun. Doug Dirk. Meanwhile the City of Enderby does not support the initiative. “I was very disappointed to read in the paper that Enderby doesn’t seem to see the benefit,” said Coun. Maria Besso. Coldstream considers Civic future The assessment of Vernon’s 75-year-old Civic Arena has sparked discussion in Coldstream. The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee will spend $30,000 on an engineering assessment of the facility. The goal is to have the study completed by March in case a referendum has to be held in November 2014 to borrow funds for a new arena. “This has been going on for 10 years now,” said Coun. Gyula Kiss. “When they built the new arena (Kal Tire Place) they said it was to replace the Civic Arena.” If it’s determined Civic must be abandoned, the potential options are to either twin Kal Tire Place or Priest Valley Arena. “If we had a dual ice sheet the kids would have more ice time available,” said Kiss. Several Coldstream residents have urged that any new construction should be built more for skating and not for audiences. “They believe that the facility we have is actually bigger than we need,” said Mayor Jim Garlick. Remembrance Day enhancements As the crowds attending Coldstream’s outdoor Remembrance Day ceremonies continue to grow, some changes are being considered to enhance the day of tribute. “It would probably be a good idea for that relatively short time to divert the traffic (off Kalamalka Road and onto Coldstream Creek Road),” suggests Coun. Gyula Kiss. Use of Coldstream Elementary’s parking lot is also an option being looked at. And following his own small display inside the municipal office, Mayor Jim Garlick is prepared to put together a larger display of war-time photos. He is asking the public to scan their photos and send them to him for a display in the Women’s Institute hall next year. Kal Beach protected Rezoning of Kal Beach will ensure the popular attraction remains a park. “It is now officially going to be a park, after many years,” said Coldstream Mayor Jim Garlick. Coldstream adopted a bylaw Tuesday, which rezones the beach from rural two to parks and open space.

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“New law turns shacked-up lovers into married couples” and “Room-mates with benefits watch out!” trumpeted headlines when B.C.’s Family Law Act came into force March 18, 2013. These days, many more couples choose to live together for the long-term than get married. The need to better deal with this new reality, and the fallout when some of these common-law relationships inevitably end, is one reason for the new law. Also, family law disputes often took up heaps of court time. The new law recognizes that the bitter “I’ll see you in court!” approach is often not the best way to go. If you have children, it’s particularly important that you have a civil relationship with your ex-partner long after you separate. The new law reflects that it may be better to try to work through family break-up issues. It encourages mediation, getting the help of a parenting co-ordinator and negotiated agreements instead of going to court.

faced an uphill court battle to try and get a share in property owned by the other. Now, if you’ve been living common-law for two or more years, the law treats you the same as a married person for dividing up your property and debts. Family property is now divided equally, unless that would be significantly unfair. You have up to two years after breaking up to make a claim. But for both married and common-law couples, the new law excludes certain property from being split equally. Basically, you get to keep what’s yours if you owned the property beforehand. Also, a gift or inheritance (or things bought with that money), or insurance money or personal injury compensation specific to you, that you got during the relationship, generally stays with you and isn’t carved up between you and your ex-partner – only its increase in value during the relationship is shared.

If you don’t want the new law’s property rules to you can agree with Nick Vlahos apply, your partner to opt out (by a written agreement) and But the biggest change – divide your property and debts as you see and the one that prompted the dramatic fit upon a break-up. headlines – has to do with the splitting of assets and debts after a break-up. It may make a lot of sense, well before the two-year common-law milestone is Before, if you lived in a marriage-like reached, to figure out if you share similar relationship for two years or more, you long-term goals and how you want to split could ask for financial support after a your assets and debts in case you separate. break-up. But when it came to property like the family home, the situation was The new law deals with many other things different. Married couples generally got like giving notice if you want to move with one-half of the family assets, no matter your kids, parenting arrangements, family which spouse owned them (though the law protective orders and more. Seek good court could order a different split). legal help if you need assistance with how Common-law partners, though, even the new rules apply to you or if your live-in if they contributed to the relationship love relationship sours. financially or by looking after the children,

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Development variance permits have been granted to Shepherd’s Hardware to allow construction of what will become Shepherd’s’ outdoor living centre at the site of what used to be the B.C. Pea Growers office and warehouse at 2410 and 2460 Pleasant Valley Boulevard. Shepherd’s purchased the buildings, which formerly housed the Junction Cafe and Armstrong Antiques. “I think this will be a fantastic improvement to the downtown core,” said Coun. Ryan Nitchie. “It will be a very welcome addition.” The new building will be detached from the existing Shepherd’s facility. It is anticipated the outdoor living centre will be open in April 2014. To make way for the project, the old buildings, along with a ceremonial tree planted by the Bosomworth family when the pea growers office opened, had to come down. The buildings were not classified as heritage. “We know the buildings had significant history in Armstrong,” said Jim Hudson, spokesperson for Shepherd’s. “We worked to see if we could fit the building into our new development. We couldn’t, so we put an offer out to anybody that wanted the building for free to try and save it, and we’d even

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Vernon Lock and Safe Eagle Industries Kal Tire VMR Dr. Grages Nixon Wenger Kidston Pac Baron Insurance Kal Pac Capri Insurance Alexanders Pub 5 Star Manufacturing Coldstream Pac Interior Transmission Dr Goplen Interior Auto Transmission Johnston Meier Adams Disposal Nufloors 1&2 Electric Okanagan Restoration Services Coldstream Women’s Intitute

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pay some money to help move it. “We worked with about five different groups but everything fell apart for various reasons.” Hudson said Shepherd’s worked with the Armstrong Spallumcheen Museum and “a whole pile of people” to see if there were artifacts that could be salvaged from the building. “We think we tried to save it, and it was sad to take it down,” he said. As Shepherd’s is putting in a garden centre, company officials tried to see if there was a way they could utilize the tree. However, a 35-foot branch fell in September and as the tree was being inspected, more issues were found. “We’ve donated some of the wood to different areas and kept some of the wood to make commemorative benches,” said Hudson. On the inside of the new building, a commemorative wall at the back will include black and white photos of the old pea growers office and tree. “We’re in no way trying to turn our back on Armstrong’s history,” said Hudson of the new development. “We really believe in Armstrong. We know this has been a sensitive area to people and it is to us as well.”

JUST

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and a special thanks to the many people who donated at our annual

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Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce. “With the celebration Armstrong100, we expect to see a number of entries with a centennial theme.” In addition to the annual parade, there will also be the official light up, an opportunity to visit with Santa, musical entertainment by the Tapestry ladies choir and PVSS Stage Band, road hockey with the North Okanagan Knights, and the Telus children’s cookie decorating booth. Local businesses and organizations will be offering refreshments and in-store specials as well as contests and giveaways during the day leading up to the parade. The parade leaves the Village Cheese Co. at 6 p.m. and travels east on Pleasant Valley Road, then circles Spirit Square on Pleasant Valley Blvd before heading back to the Village Cheese. Santa will continue back to Spirit Square where he will flip the switch to signal the arrival of Christmas to Armstrong and Spallumcheen at about 6:30 p.m. For more information or to enter the parade, contact the Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce at 250546-8155 or e-mail manager@aschamber. com.

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News Early-SEaSon Ski

with The

At the Best Western Lodge Dinner @ 7 PM

Tickets available at: • The Bean Scene • Cheek to Cheek Dance Studio • The Vernon Lodge

New Years Eve Room Packages Available RogeR TeppeR/MoRning STaR

Jacob Hepburn, along with his mom Laura, gets a chance to enjoy some of the over 40-plus centimetres of snow that has fallen at Sovereign Lake Nordic Centre. The Hepburns travelled from Salmon Arm to take advantage of the trails.

Sponsored by The Best Western Vernon Lodge

Store Closing Sale After more than 20 years in the business, Greg and Joan are retiring and Gregory’s Fine Jewellery is closing forever!

EVERYTHING MUST BE SOLD

Even Lower Prices Now you pay down to only…

on the dollar of the ticketed price

Inventory may be augmented for better selection. Some exclusions may apply, see in store for details. Shop early for best selection.

s ’ y r o Greg

FINE JEWELLERY

3107 - 30th Avenue, Downtown Vernon (beside Nolan’s Pharmasave) 250-545-7570 Store Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:30 am to 5:30 pm Saturday, 9:30 am to 5:00 pm Sunday Closed

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News

Rotary readies for Christmas online auction Morning Star Staff

More than 300 items are expected to be offered in this year’s version of the Vernon Rotary Annual Online Christmas Auction. The public is encouraged to do their Christmas gift shopping online to buy great items while supporting a very worthy cause.

It is the largest online auction in the Vernon area and netted the club almost $19,000 last year. Proceeds from the auction go back into the community by helping Vernon Rotary sponsor many important projects. “It is the Rotary Club of Vernon’s major fundraiser,” said auction

co-ordinators Carol Schroeder and Shane McMorran. “It is with great pride that we have again put together this event to assist with our sponsorship of many worthwhile community projects. “Without the generous contributions of local business and the participation of the gen-

eral public such activities simply would not be possible.” The names of all donors and their donations will be announced in The Morning Star Rotary Showcase page and recognized in local media promotions and advertisements, as well as listed along with photos on the Annual

CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY SHEPHERD’S HARDWARE

Thursday, Nov 21• 8am to 10pm

Online Christmas Auction website (www. vernonrotaryauction. com). This year’s online auction takes place from 9 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 29, to 9 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 9. Examples of the many valuable items up for bid include products, services and gift certificates donated by local merchants for services and items such as jewelry, tools, toys and more. “This year we are pleased to announce another RCMP Adventure Tour Package which is a rare opportunity for a riskfree look at the Vernon RCMP from the inside,”

said Schroeder. “You will have an opportunity to view the RCMP’s ‘5-star’ rooms, each tailored to the RCMP’s guests’ ever-changing needs.” “Our resort is located right in the heart of Vernon and boasts an adventure package which includes a ride-along with your own personal chauffeur, Const. Kathy Szoboticsanec (aka Const. Alphabet), in our world-renowned “Buffalo Limousine,” added Vernon-North Okanagan RCMP Supt. Reg Burgess. At the conclusion of this action-packed package, you will be treated to dinner with

Burgess at a fine Vernon restaurant of your choice. For more than 85 years, Vernon Rotary Club’s sponsored activities included the Vernon Jubilee Hospital Tower of Care, Salvation Army Food Bank and Hospice House, as well as student scholarships and improvements to local historical sites, museums, parks and playgrounds. Contributions have also been made towards international projects such as polio eradication, Haiti earthquake relief and global access to clean water. For more information, go to www.vernonrotaryauction.com.

On The Mend

*Regular retail on most in-stock items. Some exclusions apply. See cashier for details.

6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Appetizers & Beverages Enter to Win a Beautiful Gift Basket Visit with Friends!

SHEPHERD’S HARDWARE Locally Owned & Operated

3525 Mill Street, ARMSTRONG 1-888-546-3002 250-546-3002

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Wildlife expert Pete Wise holds an injured great horned owl that was found along Pottery Road by Shella Ledingham and her daughter Rylee Haubrich. The owl was taken by Wise to the vet to be treated for an injured foot and dehydration.

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iscovery Shoes MARC’S FOOTCARE & REPAIRS

#8 - 1800 Kalamalka Lake Road, Vernon 250-549-4777

250-260-3898 • 3008 30th Avenue, Downtown Vernon www.discoveryshoes.com

ARDEN TILE FAIRWEATHER BINGO A Division of J.R. Ceramics Inc.

1015 Fairweather Road, Vernon • 250-558-6919

th 2800C 45 Vernon FINEAvenue, JEWELLERY 250-545-2272

3001 - 30 AVENUE, VERNON • 250-542-3010

DOWNTOWN - 3417 30th Ave. • 250-542-8167 VERNON SQUARE - 4300 32nd St. • 250-542-2627

FOR LADIES ONLY! Kalamalka Travel HEALTH AND FITNESS

300 - 3115 - 48th Avenue, Vernon

in the Andres Plaza next to Sweet Caroline’s Bakery

250-503-2363 • 4406 - 27th St, Vernon • www.ladiesworld.ca

Gift Cards Available SIX LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU IN THE NORTH OKANAGAN

#115 - 5100 Anderson Way, Vernon • 250-260-3656 www.merlenormanvernon.com

Wine & Dine

Saturday through Wednesday 4 - 9 pm

Choose any 2 entrees from our Wine & Dine Menu plus get a 1/2 L of Prospect Vineyards VQA wine for only $3200

5509 - 24th St., Vernon • 250-542-0338

BEACHCOMBER

Home Leisure

BANQUET ROOM AVAILABLE FOR YOUR PARTY

12408 Kal Lake Road, Vernon • 250-545-3131 • OPEN 11 am - Midnight

ENDERBY PHARMACY

5309 26th Street, Vernon

250-542-3399 513 Cliff Avenue, Enderby STORE: 250-838-6469 • PHARMACY: 250-838-0502

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Lather Up Canada

Body Care

Handmade Natural Body Care Products

#1 - 100 Kalamalka Lake Road, Vernon, BC

Starts at

Village Green Centre 200 - 3107 - 48 th Ave. (250) 542-1496 (250) 542-3000

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Gift Cards Available

There’s A Lot More To Canadian Tire For A Lot Less.®

4510-27th St., Vernon 250-549-2131

HOURS: Mon to Fri: 8am to 9pm, Sat: 8:00am to 8pm, Sun : 9am to 6pm

250-545-0664

#304-2520 53rd Ave, Vernon

250-542-5955

www.designersgallerycanada.com

VILLAGE GREEN CENTRE • 250-545-4944 380 ALEXANDER STREET NE - SALMON ARM • 250-832-8040

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4601 27th Street, Vernon, BC

2205-48 th Ave. Vernon WWW.GENIERS.COM

You gotta love this place at Christmas!

at The Morning Star office at 9:00 am Saturday, December 14h with a minimum $300 worth of proof of purchases

farm & ranch supplies | pet food bagged feed | tack & clothing

Hagemann 20 Jewellers

YEARS

celebrating

PH: 250-545-1528 | 3119 - 30TH AVE. VERNON, BC

500

fonts CAC Champagne Brockman Swash Bold

BOGARTS Gardening & Gifts

Bring in this ad and receive up to $ 1000 off selected hearing aids!

Unique Christmas Gift Ideas For Everyone!

Locally Owned & Operated

3545 Okanagan Street, Armstrong

250-546-9790

(see clinic for details)

#201, 5100 Anderson Way, Vernon • 778.475.4007 In The

#106-3334-30th Ave. CANADIAN DIAMONDS

SWAN LAKE NURSERYLAND

TD Bear

STOCK UP STOCK UP

Liquor Store

www.teadesire.com

3905 32nd St 250-260-3533 14 - 2601 Hwy 6 250-260-7740

FRUIT MARKET and GARDEN CENTRE 250-542-7614 • On Hwy. 97, Vernon, BC

STOCK UP UP STOCK Liquor Store

5205-25th Ave 250-260-5922 2501 58th Ave 250-260-6583

Toast The Season Proudly Selling

COLD BEER & WINE

4900 24 St. • 250-545-7103 • villagegreenliquorstore.com th

Vernon BC • (250) 542-5TEA

250-545-7997

Downtown Vernon (next to Welk Mart)

250-549-2739 • Hours: Tues - Fri, 10 - 6:00PM • SAT 9 - 4PM

COLD BEER & WINE

vernon fit ne s s cent r e

Start for $0 3704 - 32 Street, Vernon P: 250.558.9875 E: sallybenson_jazzercise@telus.net

Worth of Gift Certificates from any of the participating merchants

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3300 Smith Dr, Armstrong STORE: 250-546-3169 • PHARMACY: 250-546-3195

from any of these participating local merchants will be the proud owner of TD Bear a numbered Gund™ Teddy Bear Limit 1 per customer

3155 Pleasant Valley Rd., Armstrong • 250-546-9174

Knitwits Originals • Handmade Scarves • Betty Boop Merchandise

ARMSTRONG PHARMACY

(made between Nov. 15 to Dec. 13)

250-545-5384 Home Owners helping homeowners

One of the 50 lucky people who get TD Bear will also walk away with

C hristmas M enu Your

250-546-3039

TD Bear THE FIRST 50

250-549-8468

3004 - 29 St, Vernon • 250.542.8255 • www.latherupcanada.ca

Smith Drive, Armstrong

Shop Local this holiday season with

Your Dreams... Our Magic

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TWO VERNON LOCATIONS TH

Sunday, November 17, 2013 - The Morning Star A17

Cookies with Santa Portraits More than a portrait session, it’s a visit with Santa at his workshop! Booked by appointment only. Limited time offer.

Session fee: $69.00

3001 - 30 TH AVENUE, VERNON • 250-542-3010

4900 - 27th St • 250-542-8825 | store hours 8am - 10pm

4407 - 29th Street, Vernon childhood outfitters (2008) inc.

250-549-1221

EBENEZER’S 3110 - 29 Avenue • Vernon, BC

250-542-0980

iscovery Shoes

FAIRWEATHER BINGO

250-260-3898

1015 Fairweather Road, Vernon

3008 30th Avenue, Downtown Vernon

250-558-6919

MARC’S FOOTCARE & REPAIRS

www.discoveryshoes.com

Christmas 2011

A16 Sunday, November 17, 2013 - The Morning Star

iscovery Shoes MARC’S FOOTCARE & REPAIRS

#8 - 1800 Kalamalka Lake Road, Vernon 250-549-4777

250-260-3898 • 3008 30th Avenue, Downtown Vernon www.discoveryshoes.com

ARDEN TILE FAIRWEATHER BINGO A Division of J.R. Ceramics Inc.

1015 Fairweather Road, Vernon • 250-558-6919

th 2800C 45 Vernon FINEAvenue, JEWELLERY 250-545-2272

3001 - 30 AVENUE, VERNON • 250-542-3010

DOWNTOWN - 3417 30th Ave. • 250-542-8167 VERNON SQUARE - 4300 32nd St. • 250-542-2627

FOR LADIES ONLY! Kalamalka Travel HEALTH AND FITNESS

300 - 3115 - 48th Avenue, Vernon

in the Andres Plaza next to Sweet Caroline’s Bakery

250-503-2363 • 4406 - 27th St, Vernon • www.ladiesworld.ca

Gift Cards Available SIX LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU IN THE NORTH OKANAGAN

#115 - 5100 Anderson Way, Vernon • 250-260-3656 www.merlenormanvernon.com

Wine & Dine

Saturday through Wednesday 4 - 9 pm

Choose any 2 entrees from our Wine & Dine Menu plus get a 1/2 L of Prospect Vineyards VQA wine for only $3200

5509 - 24th St., Vernon • 250-542-0338

BEACHCOMBER

Home Leisure

BANQUET ROOM AVAILABLE FOR YOUR PARTY

12408 Kal Lake Road, Vernon • 250-545-3131 • OPEN 11 am - Midnight

ENDERBY PHARMACY

5309 26th Street, Vernon

250-542-3399 513 Cliff Avenue, Enderby STORE: 250-838-6469 • PHARMACY: 250-838-0502

www.bhleisure.com

Lather Up Canada

Body Care

Handmade Natural Body Care Products

#1 - 100 Kalamalka Lake Road, Vernon, BC

Starts at

Village Green Centre 200 - 3107 - 48 th Ave. (250) 542-1496 (250) 542-3000

400 - 3101 48Th Ave. | 250-549-4704

Gift Cards Available

There’s A Lot More To Canadian Tire For A Lot Less.®

4510-27th St., Vernon 250-549-2131

HOURS: Mon to Fri: 8am to 9pm, Sat: 8:00am to 8pm, Sun : 9am to 6pm

250-545-0664

#304-2520 53rd Ave, Vernon

250-542-5955

www.designersgallerycanada.com

VILLAGE GREEN CENTRE • 250-545-4944 380 ALEXANDER STREET NE - SALMON ARM • 250-832-8040

COLLECTOR’S EDITION GUND TEDDY BEAR ®

w w w. j c b r a d l e y j e w e l l e r s . c o m

4601 27th Street, Vernon, BC

2205-48 th Ave. Vernon WWW.GENIERS.COM

You gotta love this place at Christmas!

at The Morning Star office at 9:00 am Saturday, December 14h with a minimum $300 worth of proof of purchases

farm & ranch supplies | pet food bagged feed | tack & clothing

Hagemann 20 Jewellers

YEARS

celebrating

PH: 250-545-1528 | 3119 - 30TH AVE. VERNON, BC

500

fonts CAC Champagne Brockman Swash Bold

BOGARTS Gardening & Gifts

Bring in this ad and receive up to $ 1000 off selected hearing aids!

Unique Christmas Gift Ideas For Everyone!

Locally Owned & Operated

3545 Okanagan Street, Armstrong

250-546-9790

(see clinic for details)

#201, 5100 Anderson Way, Vernon • 778.475.4007 In The

#106-3334-30th Ave. CANADIAN DIAMONDS

SWAN LAKE NURSERYLAND

TD Bear

STOCK UP STOCK UP

Liquor Store

www.teadesire.com

3905 32nd St 250-260-3533 14 - 2601 Hwy 6 250-260-7740

FRUIT MARKET and GARDEN CENTRE 250-542-7614 • On Hwy. 97, Vernon, BC

STOCK UP UP STOCK Liquor Store

5205-25th Ave 250-260-5922 2501 58th Ave 250-260-6583

Toast The Season Proudly Selling

COLD BEER & WINE

4900 24 St. • 250-545-7103 • villagegreenliquorstore.com th

Vernon BC • (250) 542-5TEA

250-545-7997

Downtown Vernon (next to Welk Mart)

250-549-2739 • Hours: Tues - Fri, 10 - 6:00PM • SAT 9 - 4PM

COLD BEER & WINE

vernon fit ne s s cent r e

Start for $0 3704 - 32 Street, Vernon P: 250.558.9875 E: sallybenson_jazzercise@telus.net

Worth of Gift Certificates from any of the participating merchants

You’ll be amazed by what you find! Spend $100 & enter to win Storytime Bear! 3208 - 30 Ave, Vernon • 250-275-6767

3300 Smith Dr, Armstrong STORE: 250-546-3169 • PHARMACY: 250-546-3195

from any of these participating local merchants will be the proud owner of TD Bear a numbered Gund™ Teddy Bear Limit 1 per customer

3155 Pleasant Valley Rd., Armstrong • 250-546-9174

Knitwits Originals • Handmade Scarves • Betty Boop Merchandise

ARMSTRONG PHARMACY

(made between Nov. 15 to Dec. 13)

250-545-5384 Home Owners helping homeowners

One of the 50 lucky people who get TD Bear will also walk away with

C hristmas M enu Your

250-546-3039

TD Bear THE FIRST 50

250-549-8468

3004 - 29 St, Vernon • 250.542.8255 • www.latherupcanada.ca

Smith Drive, Armstrong

Shop Local this holiday season with

Your Dreams... Our Magic

CUSTOMERS

TWO VERNON LOCATIONS TH

Sunday, November 17, 2013 - The Morning Star A17

Cookies with Santa Portraits More than a portrait session, it’s a visit with Santa at his workshop! Booked by appointment only. Limited time offer.

Session fee: $69.00

3001 - 30 TH AVENUE, VERNON • 250-542-3010

4900 - 27th St • 250-542-8825 | store hours 8am - 10pm

4407 - 29th Street, Vernon childhood outfitters (2008) inc.

250-549-1221

EBENEZER’S 3110 - 29 Avenue • Vernon, BC

250-542-0980

iscovery Shoes

FAIRWEATHER BINGO

250-260-3898

1015 Fairweather Road, Vernon

3008 30th Avenue, Downtown Vernon

250-558-6919

MARC’S FOOTCARE & REPAIRS

www.discoveryshoes.com

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Vanessa Cristina Lee Volpatti Grant Ellen Decima Grant graduated from Simon Fraser University in Burnaby with a Masters of Education Degree, Educational Practice, at the fall convocation 2013. She previously obtained her Bachelors degree from the same university. Born in Campbell River, Ellie graduated from Vernon Senior Secondary School in 1974. Ellie and her husband Kevin Cawston live in Courtenay. After running a “Montessori Early Years School” for ten years, Ellie is now sharing her love of learning with the children, teachers and families in the Comox Valley School District. Don & Shirl Grant and family are thrilled with her accomplishments.

Reno and Sandra Volpatti are very proud to announce the graduation of their daughter, Vanessa Cristina Lee Volpatti, from Thompson Rivers University on Oct.11th/2013 with a Masters of Science in Environmental Sciences. Vanessa’s work involved researching the growth and recovery of native grass species after simulated grazing events to evaluate a grazing tool and it’s applicability to B.C’s rangelands. Her thesis is now being used by Agriculture and Agrifoods Canada to implement this grazing tool into Rangeland Management across the Western provinces.

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Kathy and Bob Morgan would like to graciously thank the teachers of Harwood Elementary School, Seaton Secondary School and the Professors of UBC Okanagan for their support, guidance and knowledge in helping their daughter Kelsey succeed in graduating from the University of Alberta, Faculty of Law Program in May 2013. Currently Kelsey is an Articled Student with Crosby Lawyers in Vernon, BC. She plans to remain with the firm after her call to the bar next spring. “We should not only use the brains we have, but all that we can borrow.” - Woodrow Wilson Congratulations Kelsey, your family and friends are very proud of you.

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The host Fulton Maroons sputtered a touch but still managed to place second in their pool Friday at the Okanagan Valley Senior AA Boys Volleyball Championships. Dan Currie’s crew tangled with the Seaton Sonics in the quarterfinals Saturday morning. Fulton opened the eight-team playdowns by shutting down the Sa-Hali Sabres of Kamloops 2-0 (2521, 25-17). The Maroons were then upset by the South Okanagan Hornets of Oliver with Fulton winning Game 1 25-8 before the Hornets posted 28-26, 15-11 victories. Fulton then went three games with the Okanagan Mission Huskies of Kelowna, winning 25-21 before losing 25-18, 15-12. In pool B play at Seaton, the Princess Margaret Mustangs of Penticton topped the table by outlasting the Valleyview Vikings of Kamloops 2-0 (25-11, 25-20), icing the Sonics 2-0 (25-20, 25-22) and dispatching the George Elliot Coyotes of Winfield 2-0 (25-13, 25-20 ). Seaton brushed back Valleyview 2-0 (25-23, 25-22) after falling 2-0 (25-17, 25-18) to George Elliot. Seaton was led by captain Charles Oduro, libero Russell Day and outside hitter Trevor Atkinson. The Coyotes swept Valleyview 2-0 (25-11, 25-17) to eliminate the Vikes. Meanwhile, Fulton went unde-

feated in Friday action at the Valley Junior Boys Championships at Mt. Boucherie in West Kelowna. Richard Bedard’s gang defeated the Pen-High Lakers 2-0 (25-18, 25-15), amushed Valleyview 2-0 (25-11, 25-12) and smothered the Kelowna Owls 2-0 (25-19, 25-16). Fulton earned a bye into Saturday’s semifinals against the winner of NorKam Saints and Kelowna., In the other pool, Mt. Boucherie earned the bye and were scheduled to face the winner of Summerland Rockets and Pen-Hi in the other semi. Valleyview and Seaton were eliminated after placing last in their respective pools. Seaton was 1-2, with their win coming against the Bears. The Vernon Christian School Royals came out strong Friday at the Valley Senior A Girls Championships in Kelowna. The Royals bounced the Barriere Cougars 2-0 (25-13, 25-12) in their opening match with Clare Thiessen recording five aces and the Hofsink sisters combining for nine kills. The Royals then swept the Clearwater Raiders 2-0 (25-14, 25-14) with setter Hannah Podolski spreading the ball around well and Libero Laura Hulstein ringing up some timely saves. “We played some of our best volleyball of the season,” said Vernon coach Jason Reedyk. The Royals met the No. 2 ranked Immaculata Mustangs Saturday.

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Guenther’s overtime snipe pushes Vipers They got just 14 goals from their entire defensive core last B.C. Hockey League season. The Vernon Vipers already have 17 from their back end this year, the biggest coming Friday night when former Prince Albert Raider Riley Guenther scored in overtime as the Vipers clipped the Merritt Centennials 4-3. “We need those guys to chip in back there,” said Vernon head coach Jason Williamson. “It was a nice wrister, low,

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ongtime minor football coach Doug Cook is in rough shape and needs your help. The highly popular Cook, 61, has been in hospital in Vancouver since August and underwent multiple surgeries for a complicated, yet serious health condition. Friends and former coaches of Cookie’s are holding a fundraiser dance next Friday at the rec centre. Under Cover is the band and there will be loads of door prizes and give-a-ways. There will be a silent auction and dance to help pay expenses Cook, a floor layer at CJV Carpet One, will incur during his recovery period. Neil Brownbill and Keith Ridd are organizing the event and are asking for donations for the silent auction. Items may be dropped off at CJV Carpet One (4413 29th St.) or at Sam’s Flooring Supplies (2-4601 23 St.). Since 1996, Cook, filled with a passion for the game of football, and knowing what the game could teach maturing young men, has shared the knowledge that he had gained while playing for SFU and coaching with the Renfrew Trojans. “As part of the board for Vernon Minor Football, Vernon minor football coach Doug Cook is in hospital Doug spent countless hours behind the scenes and needs help from the community. helping organize Practice with the Pros events, him off of the playing field but it will also prevent Clash Tournaments and the regular-season games, him from working for the next few years.” equipment suit ups, returns and other events,” said Tickets for the dance are only $15 but will not be Ron Kirschner, who just retired after three decades available at the door. with minor football. “It’s good fun for a great cause,” said Kirschner. As a defensive co-ordinator, Cookie helped the “Coach Cook needs our help.” Vernon Midget Magnums win the 2010 nine-man EXTRA YARDAGE...Only 29 more days until provincial championship and twice, Bantam teams the expansion draft for the Ottawa RedBlacks. The he coached, competed for the B.C. title. draft comes 11 years after a similar event for the In recognition of his contributions, Cook was Ottawa Renegades. The RedBlacks, who do not named the Vernon Minor Football Coach of the have a coach, will receive from teams on Dec. 9 a Year Award in 2006 and earned the ENCANA Sport protected list of six non-imports, 10 imports and a Hero for Youth Sport in B.C. award in 2009. quarterback that is sure to cause less angst with the Added Kirschner: “More significant than these Lions than their fan base, as the list is not required awards, however, is the number of Vernon youth by the league to be made public....Lions may lose that have taken the lessons learned on coach QB Buck Pierce...A sellout of 35,542 is expected for Cook’s fields and applied them, in their own right, today’s Western final at McMahon Stadium. I like enabling them to play for the Okanagan Sun and the Green Riders by a field goal over the Stamps... Kamloops Broncos or to win university scholar- NFL commish Roger Gazelle makes $30 million ships which have led to teaching degrees and other a year...No word on how much CFL head honcho rewarding professional careers. Mark Cohon collects. Average CFL player salary in “Unfortunately, Doug has fallen victim to a dev-T:5.67”2011 was $82,500 so he’s probably earning at least astating medical condition that has not only taken $175,000 plus free parking.

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Jagger Williamson (3) and Scott Latwat (2) pushed the Vernon Home Building Centre Vipers to a 9-1 win over Kamloops Blazers in Midget Tier 1 hockey action Friday night at the Civic Arena. Jordan Rea, Lee Springer, Cole Woodliffe and Jacob Dolinar also scored for the Vipers (4-1). Kamloops dipped to 0-3-1. The Sun Valley Source for Sports Bantam Tier 1 Vipers went to 23-2 with a 13-2 win over Kamloops Friday night. Powell Connor earned the fire chief helmet player of the game, while Coleton Bilodeau scored four times, Connor johnston earned 3+1 and Matt Kowalski had 1+3. Dawson Chase added four helpers and goalie Kieran Watts improved to 13-0. The Vipers entertain the Penticton Jr. Vees today (2:15 p.m., Civic). The Watkin Motors Pee Wee Tier 1 Vipers opened the Kelowna tournament Friday by brushing back Kamloops 4-2. Tanner Brown (unassisted) had the opening Vernon snipe before the Blazers went up 2-1. Gavin Fleck equalized off a Lucas Zubrod pass in

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The Vernon Panthers (10-0) were eliminated from the provincial senior AA football playoffs with a 35-7 loss to the Carson Graham (10-1) Eagles of North Vancouver Friday night at Hillside Stadium in Kamloops. After spotting a touchdown on the opening drive of the game to A.J Blackwell, Karson Patommel broke free for a 45-yard touchdown romp to even the score for the Panthers. Blackwell, the league’s leading rusher, responded with his second TD in the second quarter. VSS threatened to score as the quarter came to a close, but a holding call wiped out another 50-yard TD run by Patommel who finished with 22 rushes for 119yds. Blackwell rung up 225 yards and four T:5.357”

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the slot . Game MVP Zubrod scored the winning goal from Brown and Cole Boyarski. The insurance tally came from Trevor Kennedy, assisted by Rowan Miller. The Nixon Wenger Pee Wee Tier 3 Vipers opened the South Okanagan Tournament with a 3-2 victory over Semihamoo Ravens of Surrey. D-man Braeden McAammond opened the scoring on an end-to-end rush finished off with a laser to the top shelf. Vernon took a 2-0 lead on another blast to the top shelf by Nick Teale. Semihamoo tied the game just before the ice clean. MVP Lincoln Connor finished on a breakaway for the winner. Tanner Witt made many great saves to keep the game close. In Midget Super League action, Kristian Currie buried his own rebound with 5:01 left as the Vernon Authentic Plaque & Trophy Autobots tied the Nedco Coyotes 5-5 Friday night at Civic Arena. Lee Brodoway (2), Dominic Loosli and Brock Wagner, on a beauty, also scored for the Autobots. Brett Shaigec, Austin Derkach, Aaron Kerryluke, Adam Sacht and Brett Jewell recorded snipes for the Coyotes.

TDs on 23 carries. “Full credit goes to Carson Graham and A.J.,” said VSS head coach Sean Smith. “They moved the ball on the ground on us all night long.” Andy Hladik led the Cats with 10 tackles while Carson Labrecque and Chase Larsen each contributed eight. Mitchell Pepper had an interception. Added Smith: “I am very proud of this football team, they will go down as one of the best squads in Panther history…not only for their success on the field, but also for their dedication and commitment to Panther football. Our Grade 12s started this great run we have been on for the past few years, and it’s because of them that we are able to have success at the provincial level.”

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John Morris of Vernon knocked off previously unbeaten Kevin Koe of Calgary 5-3 Friday night at the Grand Slam of Curling’s Canadian Open in Medicine Hat. Morris (2-3) scored two points in the second end and two more in the fourth to edge the 4-1 Koe, who earlier in the day, cruised to a 7-1 victory over Brandon’s Rob Fowler in Draw 6 action. Jim Cotter, Rick Sawatsky, and Tyrel Griffith round out the Morris rink which bowed 9-6 earlier Friday to Mike McEwen (3-2) of Winnipeg. Glenn Howard (4-1) of Coldwater, Ont., stayed with the leaders, scoring two points on his last rock in a 7-5 win over Norway’s Tommy Ulsrud (1-4) in Draw 7. Toronto’s Mark Kean is also 4-1 after beating Rumfeldt 8-4 and Sweden’s Oskar Eriksson (1-4) 8-4.

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The Vernon Vortex Speed Skating Club finished fourth in the annual New Gold Big Chill Challenge in Kamloops last weekend. The Vernon club achieved personal best time in 22 out of the 37 races that they participated in. Sam Eddy and Nate Benn had some incredible early-season results, each posting five personal best times. Mattias Isobe, Lauryn Eddy and Jared Eddy each had three personal best times, Daniel Hall chipped in with two and Peter Blokker, after a half century of skating, still managed to achieve a personal best as well. The Vortex coaches are impressed with the commitment towards continuous improvement show by the entire team and by the spirit of sportsmanship and tactical improvement displayed in Kamloops. The efforts of the team were noticed by coaches across the province and the Vortex team will no longer be able to fly under the radar at competitions. Check out theVortex on Facebook. New members welcome.

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Scott Patterson pulled the Cents (14-9-1-1) even just 54 seconds later on a high tip in the mid slot. It was Patterson’s team-high 15th. Sebastien Pare and Shane Poulsen drew assists. Matty Saharchuk put the Vipers in front under four minutes later with his second of the season. Dancs and d-man Michael Statchuk had helpers. The Cents dialed up powerplay goals by Jeff Wight nine minutes apart to go ahead 3-2 in the second period. Wight, who has eight goals, went back door for one and used a high wrister past Austin Smith, glove side, for the other. Brendan Persley levelled the score midway through the third after taking a breakaway pass from McNicholas. Persley went forehand, backhand, five-hole to beat Devon Kero. Bryan started the play with a sweet breakout pass on a powerplay. Merritt outshot Vernon 32-29 and went 2-for-3 on the powerplay. The Vipers were 1-for-6 with the man advantage. Vernon moved to 12-6-2-4, good for a share of second place with the Cents in the highly competitive Interior Division.

The Penticton Vees got 34 saves from NHL_ rated Hunter Miska of Minnesota as they brushed back the West Kelowna Warriors 6-3 before 1,220 fans at Royal LePage Place. Anthony Conti bagged a deuce for the Vees, who at 14-4-1-2, are one point ahead of Vernon and Merritt. The Salmon Arm SilverBacks iced Cowichan Valley 5-3 at the Shaw Centre to stay a single point behind the Vipers and Cents. Vernon product Alex Jewell netted his fifth of the year for the SilverBacks (13-8-1-2) in front of 950 fans. The last-place Trail Smoke Eaters surprised the Nanaimo Clippers 3-2 in front of 850 fans at Cominco Arena. The Smokies made three trades earlier in the week, grabbing Vernon products Dylan Bowen and Michael Roberts. Bowen, who played Friday night on the back end, went to Trail from Merritt in exchange for D Curtis Toneff. Roberts, who didn’t play against the Clippers, landed in Trail from the Surrey Eagles for F Luke Sandler. The Smokies also sent F Brandon Lamont to Penticton for future considerations.

Chiefs’ sharpshooters rattle Knights 5-2 Morning Star Staff

The Kelowna Chiefs get more than half of their offence from three players. That trio was clicking again Friday night as the Chiefs grounded the North Okanagan Knights 5-2 in Kootenay International Junior Hockey League play before 400 fans at Rutland Arena. League-leading pointgetter Nick Josephs counted his 27th and 28th snipes

of the year for Kelowna, while Jagger Bowles bagged his 18th and 19th and Brady Mende recorded his eighth. Josephs, who has been up with the BCHL Salmon Arm SilverBacks, also added one assist. The 18-year-old Calgary product has 53 points in 22 games. Mat Lambert netted his 11th of the year to give North Okanagan a 1-0 lead after 20 minutes. Brett Hawyrs drew the

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The Vernon BMX Club recognized its top riders and celebrated their accomplishments from the 2013 season at its year-end banquet. Top rider award winners include: Top five boys – 1. Cam Jones, 2. Nathan Martin, 3. Devin Sengotta, 4. JJ Milne, 5. Jacob Plank Top 5 girls – 1. Jessie Phillips, 2. Alyssa Rakos, 3. Faith Riddick, 4. Sway Hill, 5. Hayley Rakos Top 3 women’s cruiser – 1. Shylo Orchard, 2. Jennifer Bitz, 3. Carrie Martin Top 3 men’s cruiser – 1. Chris Spence, 2 Kris Hill, 3. Josh Sengotta Specialty awards went to: Most Sportsmanlike – Cade Davies, JJ Kuchirka, and Jim Bridge Rookie of the Year – Jessie Phillips, Cohen Hogberg, Emily McWilliam, Lewis Harman and Trent Thiessen Most Dedicated – Cam Jones, Xavier Bitz, Nathan Martin, Brittany Luchene and Travis Sargent Vernon BMX thanked its sponsors for the 2013 season. Anyone wanting to learn more about the club should visit: www.vernonbmx.com

Buy-Low gals golden Morning Star Staff

The Vernon Buy-Low Foods Vixens crushed Canal Flats 9-0 in the Golden Ladies Darkside Hockey Tournament final last weekend. With an all-Vixen lineup, including two mother/daughter combos, the smiling Buy-Low crew dispatched teams from Calgary, Revelstoke and Kimberley to reach the gold-medal game. Despite being battered and bruised and low on sleep, the spirited Vixens got stellar offence from winger pairs Bernie Dwan/ Amy Irvine, Derri-Ann Cooper /Edeen Ramsey and Mandy Christensen/ Nicole Gaudeit. Centers Lee Hamilton and Morgan Zoethout weaved magic stickhandling, while Cheryl Meier, Christine Bosworth, Cassie Bosworth and Diana Huntley, were a defensive wall. Goalie Michelle Emblton was the final Vixen ingredient to discovering gold in Golden.

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The Victoria Vikings stopped the UBC Okanagan Heat 89-75 in CIS women’s basketball play Friday night at the North Kelowna Campus Gym. Third-year guard Emily Kanester (Vernon) led the Heat with 19 points and five rebounds in 30 minutes of floor time. Kanester was 6-for-9 from the field including, 3-for-4 from the three-point line. The Heat dipped to 1-4, while the Vikes improved to 2-3. The same two teams played Saturday night in Kelowna.

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PUBMASTERS DART LEAGUE A DIVISION TEAM PTS Bud Knights 126 Alexanders Predators 99 Checkers Bollocks 95 Double Trouble 92 Smokin’ Bulls 82 Bull Shooters 67 High Scores Men Paul Cavanagh 3, 140 Dalton Desmarais 2, Howie Sparrow, Rob Tingle, Adrian Weeks, Brock French Ladies Tannis Jones 156 High Out Men Wayne Morrison 126 Ladies Tannis Jones 85 180s Jones Bulls Weeks 54 B DIVISION TEAM PTS Checkers Straight Shooters 123 Armed & Hammered 108 Old Timers 107 ANAF Paralyzers 103 Kicking Eagles 83 Dart Farts 82 Darty Minds 71 Eagle Sisters 67 High Score Men Eric Akkerhuis 2, 140 Scott Patterson, Scott Forsyth, Mike Tegler, Bev Thibault Ladies Evelyn Torrance 133 High Out Men Greg Patterson, 58 Mike Chisolm Ladies Rena LaRose 71

B.C. HOCKEY LEAGUE INTERIOR DIVISION TEAM W L T OTL PTS GF GA Penticton 14 4 1 2 31 77 49 Vernon 12 6 2 4 30 80 76 Merritt 14 9 1 1 30 80 68 Salmon Arm 13 8 1 2 29 88 73 West Kelowna 12 8 0 2 26 76 70 Trail 6 16 2 1 15 60 103 ISLAND DIVISION Powell River 16 4 0 1 33 84 52 Victoria 13 7 2 1 29 75 60 Nanaimo 12 10 0 1 25 74 68 Cowichan Valley 11 13 0 1 23 69 85 Alberni Valley 5 16 2 2 14 73 110 MAINLAND DIVISION Prince George 14 7 2 2 32 76 63 Langley 14 7 1 2 31 75 64 Coquitlam 10 9 0 2 22 89 80 Surrey 9 15 1 0 19 83 101 Chilliwack 5 15 1 2 13 64 101 FRIDAY: Vernon 4 Merritt 3 (OT); Penticton 6 West Kelowna 3; Salmon Arm 5 Cowichan Valley 3; Trail 3 Nanaimo 3; Prince George 7 Surrey 1; Victoria 4 Chilliwack 3; Coquitlam 6 Langley 3; Powell River 3 Alberni Valley 2(OT). SUNDAY GAMES: Cowichan @ Vernon, 2 p.m.; Victoria @ Coquitlam; Nanaimo @ Merritt.

CURLING HI–PRO WOMEN’S LEAGUE TEAM W L T PT Edwards 4 0 0 8 Mosure 4 0 0 8 Mori 3 0 0 6 Sakakibara 2 0 2 6 Natsuhara 3 1 0 6 Vedan 3 1 0 6 Fullerton 2 1 1 5 Essington 2 2 0 4 Powls 2 2 0 4 Severin 2 2 0 4 Hamp 1 2 1 3 Boivin 1 1 1 3 Hauptman 1 2 0 2 McDougall 1 2 0 2 Danbrook 0 3 1 1 Hinman 0 2 1 1 Scales 0 3 1 1 Pedersen 0 4 0 0 Baryla 0 2 0 0 Okanagan Restoration Player of the Month: Rene Smith

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REC HOCKEY BOSTON PIZZA HOCKEY LEAGUE TEAM W Godard Excavating Predators 9 Kasper Denture Clinic Red Wings 9 Kalavida Flyers 8 Green Pub Moose 6 Cidel Moving Oilers 6 Spartan Auto Bulls 6 Leko Precast Blackhawks 6 R.E. Postill & Sons Orphans 5 Teale Utility Canucks 4 Kal Tire Whalers 4 Nation Party Fishermen 2 M&K Ready-Mix Bruins 2 SCORING LEADERS PLAYER Bryce Kakoske, Orphans Corey Webb, Blackhawks Mike Mason, Blackhawks Steve Vallier, Moose Duane Dennis, Wings Brian Caron, Fishermen Ryan Dubetz, Oilers Troy Blais, Bulls Jarret Watts, Wings Corey Hewko, Moose Tim Procter, Moose Kevin Swales, Canucks Jeff Mushaluk, Bulls

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PTS PIM 37 2 35 6 31 2 30 10 29 14 29 4 2 0 25 2 24 2 24 2 23 8 23 0 23 6

BOWLING LINCOLN LANES BOWLERS-OF-THE-WEEK Club 55 Ladies: Judy Louden – bowled a 441 triple to go 186 over her 81 average. Club 55 Men’s: Dennis Knaus – bowled a 638 triple to go 272 over his 122 average. Ladies: Lisa McCulloch/Maureen Arbuckle. McCulloch – bowled a 726 triple to go 186 over her 180 average. Arbuckble – bowled a 645 triple to gover 186 over her 153 average. Men’s: Morgan Lippert – bowled an 821 triple to go 233 over his 196 average. HIGH GAMES/TRIPLES: Norma Baker, 100 POA; Lisa McCullouch, 306, 100 POA; Dennis Huizinga, 308, 100 POA; Mike Adams, 306; Len Egely, 804; Karen Wheeler, 100 POA; Sue Beugeling,

310, 761, 100 POA; Edith Johnson, 100 POA; Ethel Sommers, 100 POA; Ivan Soroka, 308, 100 POA; Marlene Overman, 100 POA; Bobbi Millin, 100 POA; Andy Robertson, 306. HIGH AVERAGES: ADULT Ladies Jessy Buchanan 249 Men Barry Koenig 261 CLUB 55 Ladies Sheila Marsh 213 Men William Marchand 227 PEE WEE Girls Libby Hampshire 124 Boys Reece Chisholm 129 BANTAM Girls Aryssa Matsen 110 Boys Colby Eisenhauer 186 JUNIOR Girls Cassidi Breitkreutz 151 Boys Aidan Buckley 198 SENIOR Girls Kaitlyn Milsted 200 Boys Keith Hoggard 242

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Gamble awarded for excellence roger knox

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While he had a childhood fascination with the First World War, the last thing on Len Gamble’s mind was writing a book about it. Gamble, a retired Armstrong school teacher and administrator, is known as the author of two well received books about Armstrong and Spallumcheen soldiers who fought in both great wars: So Far From Home, the story of the city’s and township’s First World War veterans, and So Young They Were, the history of the Second World War local soldiers. The City of Armstrong paid tribute to Gamble by presenting him with the latest centennial recognition of excellence award. “I never intended to write a book,” said Gamble, who was supported by his wife of 54 years, Jessie Ann, and about 20 friends at the award presentation Monday. “All I wanted was to visit the battlefields of World War One.” Born in Brixham, Devon, England, Gamble’s father served in the First World War

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Armstrong author Len Gamble (left) is presented with the city’s latest centennial award of excellence by Mayor Chris Pieper during a ceremony at city hall. with the Royal Canadian navy, and his uncle was an officer in the merchant marine. He said throughout the First World War his mom subscribed to a six-to-eight page magazine, Illustrated War Weekly. After the war, his mom had the issues bound into four volumes of books which Gamble pored over, discovering later in life they were nothing more than propaganda. “They were my comics,” said Gamble of the four-volume set. “Forget about Superman or Batman. I was fascinated by these men on horseback with spikes on their

helmets and lances galloping across the fields, and the tales of atrocity against we, the good guys. “They were so fascinating I wanted to see where the battles took place.” Gamble came to B.C. in 1948 along with his parents. He studied at UBC, graduating with a Bachelor of Science and masters in mathematics education. He married Jessie Ann in 1959 and the pair moved to her hometown of Armstrong in 1960. Gamble’s teaching career - which included instructing students such as current city mayor Chris Pieper and

Fred Fowler, husband of Coun. Shirley Fowler – took him to Armstrong, Clearwater, Enderby and Salmon Arm before retiring in 1995. It was then that Gamble and Jessie Ann were able to go and visit the battlefields he had read about as a child, and the trip had quite the impact on him. “I was so overcome with emotion. Each of those battlefields was like walking on hallowed grounds,” said Gamble. “I came back (to Armstrong) and wanted to do something.” On a visit to the city cenotaph, Gamble noticed the names of

Resort offers ski-in, ski-out dinner Morning Star Staff

Silver Star Mountain Resort is calling on skiers and foodies to attend the Mountain High Okanagan Celebration. The ski-in, ski-out supper offers cross-country skiing and gourmet cuisine Nov. 23. “If you’re an active cross-country skier, this incredible uniquely Okanagan adventure is for you,” said Guy Paulsen, nordic manager. As the sun sets, guests will set out from the village and ski to the mid-mountain Paradise Camp. The resort’s culinary team has prepared a fourcourse fondue meal. As the evening progresses, wine educator Gerrit Van Staalduinen will walk guests through food and Okanagan wine parings on a tasting tour of the valley. Feature wineries include ExNihilo Vineyards, Misconduct Wine Co, Moon Curser Vineyards and Mount Boucherie Winery. “Skiers can expect a gradual climb up 2.5 kilometres to Paradise Camp but it’s really an easy-going tour and all about having a great time,”

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Commissionaires get Armstrong contract roger knox Morning Star Staff

C om m iss i onai re s B.C. remain on the job in Armstrong. The city awarded the commissionaires a new three-year contract to continue providing

bylaw enforcement services. “We put out a request for proposals, received two and used a scoring system to come up with the recommendation,” said Coun. Kelly Rowe, chair person of the

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city’s finance commit- get amendment bylaws tee. “We’ve been using throughout the year the commissionaires when these situations for some time (since arise, it has been the 2008).” city’s practice to conAc c o r d i n g solidate all to a staff report, such amendthe commisments into sionaires’ proone amendposal received ment bylaw the highest at the end of overall score the year.” due mostly to Council the existing approved a Kelly Rowe experience and public works training for department c om m i s s i on request for a aires’ officers. new salt shed at a cost The contract starts of $14,000, and will Jan. 1, 2014, and runs to spend $8,500 on a new Dec. 31, 2016. The city phone system for city has the option to renew hall as the current systhe deal. tem is now obsolete and Budget changes no longer serviceable A new salt shed and should it break down. phone system for city Council also hall are among the city’s approved spending 2013 budget amend- $12,000 from its roads ments. and drainage reserve “Each year, there are for the completed changes subsequent to Heather Avenue drainthe adoption (of the age improvements. five-year financial plan) Water loop that require a budget Council has agreed amendment,” wrote to a water loop agreechief financial officer ment with Longview Terry Martens. Resources Ltd. (Royal “Rather than pro- York Golf Course) cessing individual bud- and Emil Anderson

Construction Co. Ltd. The loop will service Van Kleeck Road to York Avenue. “There is a clear benefit to the greater good of the water system which will see current residents of the Meighan Creek/York subdivision areas having a backup line into the neighbourhood,” said administrator Patti Ferguson. ‘ “Without it, the situation now sits that any problems that require shutting off the water on Okanagan Street, south of Van Kleeck, affects the whole neighbourhood.” The water line is necessary to allow the proposed additional development of residential units at the golf course, and phase two of the Tim Hortons commercial property at Harding Road and Highway 97A which is also approved for a hotel/motel. There are two phases to the loops. The partners pay for the planning of phase one. The city’s water

operating budget will fund its share for 2013. Construction is slated to start in 2014. Age Friendly funds Following a presentation from Peter Rotzetter, the chairperson of Armstrong’s Age Friendly Community Committee, council agreed to a request for $5,000. The committee is applying for a grant through the New Horizons for Seniors Program which is looking for pilot projects. “We are speaking to a number of agencies seeking financial commitment as well,” said Rotzetter. “We are asking for $5,000 which would be matched by the grant if we are successful.” Funding will be provided in the grant if the project addresses an identified need in areas such as expanding on continuing integrated services for seniors who experience, or are at risk of, social isolation, and determining existing programs and ser-

vices that can support such seniors. Time capsule The city’s centennial committee has purchased a six-foot long time capsule. The committee is mailing letters to clubs, organizations, schools and such asking them to consider contributing an item that best reflects their organization. “The time capsule was identified as a priority early on in planning,” said Coun. Paul Britton. The capsule is planned to be sealed and buried near the Catherine Schubert Memorial in Memorial Park, and will have a small slab of concrete placed over it and a plaque will be installed identifying it for future citizens. The public will also an opportunity to place items in the capsule. Items can be dropped at city hall or the Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce.

Community shows support for family roger knox Morning Star Staff

Two Days of Grace raised needed funds for an Armstrong family. A fundraiser called Day of Grace was actually held over two days at Tucker’s Restaurant featuring food, music

and silent and online auction items to raise money for 18-month-old Emma Grace Tucker, whose parents, Wayne and Jennifer, own the restau-

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Ben Reim is starting his second year as a volunteer tutor with the Junction Literacy Centre’s Seniors Computer Support Program. He works full time at a day job and once a week he finds time to help a senior at the Vernon library. He decided to sign on as a volunteer after he helped a friend, who was very grateful for Reim’s patient and simple approach to explaining new technology. “Patience and taking things slowly is very important,” he said, adding that while he is not an expert, he has good basic computer knowledge that he is happy to share with an interested senior. The key, he said, is to find out what the senior wants to learn about, then put it into

manageable steps. Homework and practice between visits is also important. Reim finds he mostly helps seniors with organizing their photos, grouping and managing e-mails and getting a better understanding of how the computer works. He says he is still learning too, as sometimes the questions are beyond him, so he researches on the internet (especially YouTube) to find the answers. Program coordinator Kathy Wylie interviews the seniors and tutors to make the right match. “Most pairs work together once a week for up to three months,” she said. “For some, it can be just two to three times to get past the fear of the com-

puter, then they just take off.” Some volunteers are also able to help with iPads, tablets and smartphones. Once matched, Wylie arranges for a “meet and greet” in the foyer of the Vernon library. “The program brings seniors and their tutors into the downtown core and to our beautiful new library,” she said. “Seniors can bring their laptops with them or use the library’s computers. “Some pairs also meet at Internet cafes — whatever works best for them.” Seniors also receive a kit with some senior-friendly Web sites, a Community Guide, note book and a computer jargon sheet. The Literacy Centre charges a one-time $40 match-

ing fee. “This is our second year offering the program and for the first time we don’t have a wait list,” she said. “We invite seniors (55 plus) to call us if they’d like some help with computer basics. “One senior told us that her tutor helped her to ‘demystify’ the computer. We’d also like to hear from anyone interested in volunteering their time to tutor a senior.” Funding is provided by Interior Health and through a City of Vernon Community Grant. For more information, contact Wylie at the Junction Literacy Centre at 250-549-2216 or kwylie@junctionliteracy.ca or check out the website at www. junctionliteracycentre.ca

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so it’s virtually impossible to watch a hockey or football game “commercialess” unless one has the technology to filter them out. Recently, however, I bought a new laptop complete with the latest version of Windows which has all manner of cool features. Unfortunately it also came with some un-cool features that are very annoying, like frequent pop-ups that want to offer me software products (mostly) that are supposed to protect me from various threats to my computer. In some instances if the warnings are ignored a countdown begins to some type of cybernetic armageddon that “end-of-world” prophesiers like to rant

about. Unlike a TV program where the commercial breaks are too frequent, loud and/or annoying, one cannot just switch channels to get rid of them. With a computer, even if you uninstall offending software and delete cookies, chances are that the annoyances will reappear in short order since the perpetrators know where you live and are probably frustrated spammers. I would happily pledge money to a Public Based Internet (PBI) if there was one. The Vernon PC Users’ Club meets the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Schubert Centre in the cafeteria. Call Betty at 542-7024 or Olive at 542-8490 for more information.

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he throne speech once again echoed our government’s commitment to stand by our men and women in the Canadian Forces. Since becoming government in 2006, we have invested in the equipment needed by the Canadian Forces so that they can do their job to protect our security and freedom domestically, as well as on the international stage. Our government has also dramatically increased direct support to our veterans. Since 2006, new investments include almost $4.7 billion in new funding to enhance benefits, programs and services for veterans and their families. While 90 per cent of veterans come home without any need from Veterans Affairs, not all veterans make a smooth transition and some become at-risk or homeless. Our government is dedicated to helping ensure that all of our veterans get the assistance they need to make a smooth transition to civilian life. The Helmets to Hard Hats program assists veterans in finding jobs and in receiving the training they

need for the jobs of today. Veterans that have incurred injuries in the line of duty have also seen their support increased. One of the benefits include income replacement that Colin Mayes ensures their annual income does not fall below 75 per cent of their pre-release military income with

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the minimum pre-tax salary set at $42,426. There is also an additional monthly financial benefit of up to $1,709.27 for those that have lost job opportunities because of severe injuries. There is also a onetime tax-free award for injuries up to a maximum of $298,587.97. Our government understands that dollars simply are not enough. The programs and services available to veterans and their families need to be easy

to access, which is why we have made cutting red tape and streamlining access to these important programs a priority. We have also streamlined reimbursements and payment procedures so veterans do receive the support they need in a timely fashion. Remembering our veterans is, to our government, not a one day event; it is an everyday commitment to honour those that serve our nation and we will never forget.

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City of Vernon Notice of Public Hearing Notice is hereby given that City Council will hold a Public Hearing to hear representations of interested persons or persons who deem their interest in property affected by the below-mentioned bylaw at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, November 25, 2013, in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 3400 30th Street, Vernon, B.C.: Rezoning Amendment Bylaw Number 5434, 2013 (ZON00216) 3300 Alexis Park Drive (see map at right)

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Enquiries relative to the above proposed bylaw should be directed to the Planning Department located at the Community Services Building, 3001 - 32nd Avenue, Vernon, B.C. or by calling 250-550-3634. Copies of the bylaw and relevant background documents are available for inspection during normal business hours (8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.), Monday to Friday inclusive (excluding Statutory Holidays) from November 18 to November 25, 2013. Any correspondence relating to this application can be delivered to the Corporate Officer, City of Vernon, 3400 - 30th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 5E6 or by sending an email to phearings@vernon.ca. All correspondence and petitions received between November 17, 2013 (the date of notification) and 3:00 p.m. on Monday, November 25, 2013 shall be copied and circulated to the members of City Council for consideration before the Public Hearing. Any submissions received after 3:00 p.m. on Monday, November 25, 2013 will not be accepted. Correspondence and emails must include your name and civic address. You may present your verbal submissions and speaking notes at the Public Hearing. If you are unable to attend, you may appoint an agent to act on your behalf. NO REPRESENTATION WILL BE RECEIVED BY COUNCIL AFTER THE CONCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING.

Fall Leaf Exchange / Clear Bag Pick-Up One Week Program – November 19 - 22, 2013 BFI will provide curbside collection of leaves and garden refuse in clear plastic bags on your regular garbage collection day. City of Vernon residents may put out an unlimited number of clear bags by 7:00 a.m. at the same location as your garbage collection pickup. All coloured bags will be considered as household garbage that is limited to the usual two bags or container quota. Please do not rake leaves onto the street that will block storm drains and jam the street sweeper. FALL LEAF EXCHANGE / PICKUP - In an effort to encourage recycling and composting, residents are encouraged to put bags of leaves out a week earlier than the dates above for others to pick up for garden compost. Please visit our website @ www.vernon.ca

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Attention everyone: there is still time to get those traditional Christmas cakes baked. Just, mind you, but there’s plenty of time to make lighter or non-traditional cakes for this holiday season. Fruitcake has a long history going back as far as the ancient Egyptians who placed them on the tombs of their newly departed. The Romans followed, adding a few ingredients and sending these cakes with their soldiers heading to battle. By the Middle Ages, fruitcakes were popular with the Crusaders, and by then, Mediterranean fruits had been added. As fruitcakes spread to the New World, more things were added to the initial mixture and by the time fruitcakes came to the colonies, a good deal of sugar was added. During Victorian times liqueur made its way into the cakes, which helped preserve them for much longer periods. Fruitcakes were banned for a while in Europe during the 18th century because they were deemed, “sinfully decadent” but that didn’t last very long as the English insisted they needed it with their tea. With today’s modern drying methods and amazing varieties of fruits available, fruit cakes have made a comeback in many Canadian families. The recipes below include both light and dark fruitcakes, give one a try. Golden Brandy nut-Free Fruitcake 1 cup (250 mL) golden raisins 1 cup (250 mL) dried figs, trimmed and chopped* 1 cup (250 mL) coarsely chopped candied pineapple 2/3 cup (150 mL) coarsely chopped dried pears 1/2 cup (125 mL) coarsely chopped dried apricots 1/2 cup (125 mL) candied citrus peel 1/3 cup (75 mL) dried currants 1/3 cup (75 mL) candied cherries, halved 1/2 cup (125 mL) brandy, (approx) 2 cups (500 mL) all-purpose flour 1 tsp (5 mL) baking powder 1/2 tsp (2 mL) cinnamon 1/2 tsp (2 mL) ground ginger 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt 1/4 tsp (1 mL) ground nutmeg 1 cup (250 mL) butter, softened 1 cup (250 mL) packed brown sugar 3 eggs 1 tsp (5 mL) vanilla *If you don’t like figs, replace with chopped dates Topping: 10 dried apricots, halved 8 dried figs, trimmed and quartered*

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Love it or hate it, fruitcake is a long-standing holiday tradition that goes back to ancient Egypt. 8 candied cherries, halved 6 dried pears, halved 6 candied pineapple rings, halved 1/4 cup (60 mL) apricot jam 1 tbsp (15 mL) brandy or water In large bowl, combine raisins, figs, pineapple, pears, apricots, citrus peel, currants, cherries and brandy; toss well. Cover and let stand for 24 hours, stirring occasionally. Line 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper. Wrap outside of pan with triple-thickness newspaper; tie with string. Set aside. In bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, salt and nutmeg; remove 1 cup and toss with fruit mixture. In another large bowl, beat butter with brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs, 1 at a time. Beat in vanilla. Stir in flour mixture just until incorporated. Stir in fruit mixture until combined. Scrape into prepared pan, smoothing top. Set shallow pan on bottom rack of 250 F oven; pour in enough water to come halfway up side. Bake cake on centre rack for 4 to 4-1/2 hours or until cake tester inserted in centre comes out clean. Let cool in pan on rack for 15 minutes. Remove from pan; peel off paper. Let cool on rack. Cut double-thickness square of cheesecloth large enough to wrap cake; soak cheesecloth in brandy. Wrap around cake; wrap in plastic wrap then foil. Refrigerate for 1 month. (Make-ahead: Refrigerate for up to 3 months.) Topping: In bowl, toss together dried apricots, figs and candied cherries. Arrange pears and pineapple alternately around out-

side edge of cake; heap fig mixture in centre. In small saucepan, heat apricot jam with brandy over low heat until melted; brush over fruit. (Make-ahead: Refrigerate in airtight container for up to 1 week.) 90-year-old Grandma’s Fruitcake recipe 2 cups packed brown sugar 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking soda 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon 2 tablespoons ground cloves 2 tablespoons ground allspice 2 tablespoons ground nutmeg 4 eggs 2 tablespoons lemon zest 2 tablespoons vanilla extract 1/2 cup brandy 1-1/2 cups raisins 1-1/2 cups chopped nuts 1-1/2 cups dried mixed fruit 1-1/2 cups butter, melted 1-3/4 cups brandy Preheat oven to 225 degrees F. Grease and flour a tube pan. In a large bowl, combine sugar, flour, soda, spices, eggs, lemon zest, vanilla, 1/2 cup brandy, fruit, nuts, and melted butter or margarine. Mix thoroughly. Pour into prepared pan. Bake for 1 hour, or until a tester inserted in the centre comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Wrap cooled cake in foil. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons brandy over the cake every day for 2 weeks. Original recipe makes 1 - 9 inch tube cake. texas Fruit cake (light) 1-1/3 c. candied red cherries, cut in quarters 1 cup candied pineapple, coarsely

chopped 1-1/2 cups pitted dates, coarsely snipped 1 tbsp. all-purpose flour 1 lb. coarsely chopped pecans 4 oz. flaked coconut 1 can sweetened condensed milk Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Grease and flour tube pan with removable bottom. Combine cherries, pineapple and dates in very large bowl. Sprinkle with flour; toss to coat well. Add pecans and coconut and mix well. Add sweetened condensed milk; stir well. Spoon evenly into prepared pan, smoothing top. Bake for 1-1/2 hours. Cool in pan on rack. Remove from pan. Wrap tightly in foil. Refrigerate at least 2 weeks. Cake cuts best when cold. Slice very thin with serrated knife. dark christmas Fruitcake 1/4 pound butter 1 cup dark-brown sugar, firmly packed 1 teaspoon lemon extract 2 eggs 1/2 cup molasses 2 cups flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon allspice 1/2 teaspoon mace 1/4 teaspoon cloves 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup milk 2 cups small pieces mixed candied fruit 1/2 cup small pieces candied citron 1 cup raisins 1 cup chopped pecans Preheat the oven to 325°F. Butter two 9x5-inch loaf pans, line them with foil, then butter the foil. Cream the butter, add the brown sugar, and beat until light. Add the lemon extract and eggs and beat well. Stir in the molasses and blend. Mix together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice, mace, cloves and salt; beat into the first mixture. Add the milk and beat until smooth. Stir in the candied fruit, citron, raisins and pecans, and mix well. Spoon into the pans and bake for 1 to 1-1/4 hours, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Turn out onto racks to cool. When completely cool, wrap well and store in an airtight container. Brandied Fruit cake Soak two large pieces of cheesecloth in brandy. Wrap each fruit cake in the cheesecloth, covering all sides, then wrap well in foil. Moisten the cheesecloth with additional brandy every few days for about a week. The brandy will flavour the cake and help preserve it, too.

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This is the time of year when we need to consider the care and comfort of our outside dogs. Adequate care should be given to maintain a warm and dry environment. Dogs kept outdoors are exposed to weather elements such as rain, sleet and snow. Dogs need to have a comfortable, safe place to escape the cold, windy and damp weather conditions. Ensure that there is a weather proof insulated shelter constructed. The shelter must have a roof, enclosed sides; a solid, level floor raised at least two inches from the ground. The doorway should be protected from the wind. A flexible door flap such as an old rug or rubber mat cut into strips will work quite well. The shelter should be small enough to allow the dog to warm the interior of the structure with its own body heat. They should still be able to stand up, turn around and stretch out. The bedding ideally should be a non-absorbent material such as straw or hay. This bedding should be kept dry and changed periodically. Also keep in mind that a dog is a social being that requires human contact so please remember to spend time with your outdoor friend.

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n order to be in politics today you have to be thick-skinned and live a life that is able to withstand the scrutiny of our media, and everyone with a camera. In my opinion it is time for Rob Ford to really rethink his position as mayor. In order to do this role effectively you need to be seen as a leader, one who is respected and people have faith Michele Blais in your decisionmaking abilities and able to follow when they need to. I also am concerned about his health; the colour of his face and neck go redder and redder with each newscast, and at his current size he appears to be at a health risk for stress and heart condition. Being followed everywhere by a troop of media people, and the constant observation, must be taking its toll. Typically of these embarrassing scenarios, it is deny, deny, deny, refocus to the ones who brought forward the issue as the bad guys — journalists and police chiefs — and then when the video is on the TV screen, “I’m sorry. I was in a drunken stupor. I may have lied, but hey, I can still lead this city and have the respect of my peers and the citizens. I made some mistakes.” Really? I’m hoping that the people we elect to positions where decision-making is critical and thousands are depending on their ability to make wise, thoughtful decisions

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can trust that. In my view the majority of politicians we have elected to manage our villages, towns, cities, provincial and federal government are worthy of respect. Rob Ford reminds me of a character out of a movie about an old southern town from the 1940s. Not modern-day Toronto. Toronto, like every city, has other issues it needs to focus on other than the after hours behavior of its mayor. Having the city mentioned on every late-night talk show is wonderful for getting on the international map, but as a joke, not really. Politics is a difficult job and to want to live under such incredible scrutiny will take someone with a big ego, determination, personal strength and a personal code of values that will guide you so that you can do the job you have been supported with votes to do. The way I see it, the case of the three suspended senators is another case of wanting a different set of rules. Wouldn’t common sense dictate there is to be a set of guidelines around expenses and someone to do checks and balances on those like there is for the hundreds, thousands of others who submit government expenses? So why was that ignored? Arrogance on the part of the senators? I sit around tables with local agencies where $15,000 could make significant difference to a program that will provide support to parents and children. There are as many ways to look at spending the money wasted in these discussions with the senate as the imagination will allow in a manner that contributes real value to

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an individual or to an organization. This is what frustrates so many Canadians when we work so hard for our dollars to make a living to support our families and our government. To see such blatant disrespect of their positions and the trust placed in them is very discouraging, and then every year we are asked to pay more taxes. It is tough and as I sit here at my keyboard spouting out my view of the world, my name is not being put on any ballot for many reasons and one of them being I do not want that much attention on my life. So we are in a tough place in our modern world, we want leaders to guide us to make thoughtful decisions because that is their job to be our voice, and to do this knowing every one is watching you and now has a camera on their phone to record your every move. Politicians will work long hours, be expected to listen carefully to all the complaints and concerns that will come their way, have dinners interrupted, lose precious family times, have to read stacks of reports and presentations and be publicly judged for every decision. So to all the others who are the majority who represent us with pride, who have our respect, thank you. We have far more solid politicians and people we can trust than those we can’t. I think locally we certainly have councils and mayors that we can respect; we may not always agree but that’s our democracy in action. Many years ago thousands gave their lives so we could live in a democratic society, lest we forget.

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tia. Participants will learn about the different types of support available throughout the dementia journey, how to begin planning for the future and strategies for living well. People with a diagnosis of dementia, caregivers and family members are all invited to attend. The workshop is not intended for the general public or health-care providers. It runs from 1 to 3 p.m. at The People Place, 3402-27th Ave. Pre-registration is

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required. For information and to register, contact Gronlund at 250-860-0305 (toll-free 1-800-634-3399) or cgronlund@alzheimerbc.org. The workshop is free thanks to partial funding from the Province of BC, Novartis Pharmaceuticals Canada Inc., Pfizer Canada Inc., Seacliff Foundation, Lohn Foundation, Colin & Lois Pritchard Foundation, Djavad Mow a f a g h i a n Foundation and through the contributions of individual donors. For more information on Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias visit www.alzheimerbc.org. Thanks to Cathi’s cooking column, dinner is ready & I can relax!

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november 17 UPPER ROOM MISSION BOUTIQUE Upcoming Christmas Extravaganza! Thanks to the generous donations over the year, we are ready for all of your Christmas needs! Swing by under the big blue awning at 2708-34th St. and check out our amazing selection of holiday items! From lights, trees and ornaments to garlans, Christmas antiques and boxed gifts; we have something for everyone. Great items at great prices! All proceeds go to the Upper Room Mission and stay locally in the Vernon community. VERTIGO VOICES Social Activism and Revolutionary Movements: Vancouver author and social activist Stephen Collis reads from new work, including To the Barricades, about the history of revolution, and Dispatches from the Occupation, about the Occupy movement. He is joined by special guest Bill Darnell, Greenpeace co-founder, who will speak about 42 years of Greenpeace and the Vernon in Transition movement. Discussion and idea sharing follows. Nov. 17, doors open at 7 p.m., readings at 7:30 pm., Gallery Vertigo, 3001-31 St. #1, upstairs. All welcome. Admission by donation. ECkaNkaR wORShIP SERVICE Guidance from a Modern Prophet? Nov. 17, 11 a.m., Prestige Hotel, 4411-32 St. Learn how this modern day prophet can help you find your way home to God. All welcome. Info: 250- 307-6677 or www.eckankar.org SEE TakE BaCk yOUR POwER, a recently released documentary which explores the multifaceted issues of costs, rights, privacy, safety and health associated with “smart” meters. Nov. 17 at 1:30 p.m. at the Creekside Theatre,10241 Bottom Wood Lake Rd. in Winfield. Additional info, speakers and Q&A follow film; $10 at the door. For more info., call 250-558-1960. PaRkER COVE CRafTERS ON wESTSIdE ROad Present A Taste of Christmas Nov. 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. Beautiful hand-made Christmas gifts for you: quilting, painting, knitting, woodwork, home baking and canning. Wonderful desserts served with tea or coffee $4. At Parker Cove main hall. OkaNaGaN hISTORICaL SOCIETy Armstrong-Enderby branch semi-annual meeting Nov. 17 at Armstrong Museum, 2 p.m. Guest Jim Nelson tells tales from Armstrong’s past. UkULELES fOR fUN MEET Nov. 17 and 24 at the Army and Navy Club in Vernon. Come and be taught by Ukulele Patch. Play simple, wonderful tunes! Meet 1:30 p.m. for beginners and 2 p.m. all others. Info., Patch at 250-545-6049 or Jan at 250-542-4912. OkaN.-ShUSwaP ShEEP PROdUCERS aSSOC. Meets every third Sunday 1 p.m., Armstrong Chamber of Commerce. For more info., call Dena Findlay at 546-6223 or Lorna Carter at 546-3318. VERNON PaCERS RUNNERS CLUB Meets Sundays at 8 a.m. at clubhouse (32nd Ave. across from Kiss FM); Tuesdays at 5:30 a.m. at Landing Plaza; Thursdays at 5:30 a.m. at Bean Scene; Saturdays, 7 a.m., at clubhouse. Call Bill at 545-0028 for more information. ELkS MEGa MEaT dRaw Third Sunday of each month at the hall, 3103-30th St. Join us for Vernon’s most popular Mega Meat Draw; includes 50/50, variety baskets and concessions. Everyone welcome. All monies go to charities and children in Vernon. CRIB TOURNaMENT Third Sunday of every month at Schubert Centre, 3505-30th Ave. Play for gift cards. Please register by 9:30 a.m.; 17 games. For inquiries, call 545-6240. BREakfaST aNd fLEa MaRkET Indoors/outdoors, every Sunday from 8 a.m.- 11 a.m., at the Fraternal Order of Eagles hall, 5101-25th Ave. Such a deal for $6. Tables for rent for $10 per spot outside. Mega Meat Draw the second and last Sunday of every month at 2 p.m., also 50/50 draws. Call 542-3003 for information. ThE SChUBERT CENTRE Many activities for seniors 50+ to enjoy. Mondays, it’s pinochle, tai chi, bingo, line dancing, exercise class. Tuesdays, bridge, canasta, crafters, wood carving. Wednesdays, afternoon dancing to live music, birthday lunch the last Wednesday of every month. Thursdays we have cribbage at 7 p.m. We’re open seven days a week, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. The pool room and coffee shop are open daily; the Thrift Shop, Monday to Friday. OkaNaGaN ChINESE BaPTIST ChURCh Worship in Cantonese with Mandarin interpretation every third Sunday of the month starting at 2 p.m. at Vernon Faith Baptist Church, 3908-27th St.

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feature Event: handmade holiday Event on Saturday, Nov. 23 at the Schubert Centre he holiday season is a time to share with those you love. Vernon in Transition and The Sustainable Environment Network Society invite you to their Second Annual Handmade Holiday Event. We will be demonstrating a number of great craft and DIY ideas to create holiday gifts and decor for the special people in your life this season. Come down and learn how to make custom snow globes, earthy holiday decorations, simply holiday baking and crafts for kids. Let’s work together to make this holiday season less about shopping and more about sharing. Nov. 23 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Schubert Centre, 350530th Ave., Vernon. This is a free, familyfriendly event.

LUMBy hEaLTh CENTRE CLINICS Just for Feet Clinic, monthly fUN TIME aT haLINa SENIORS CENTRE Every first and third foot care clinic Nov. 18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., by appointment Monday of the month. Come to the first one and plan out games for only. Keep your family healthy this winter. Flu clinic and bonus the upcoming weeks. A time to have fun and learn. Cost: 50 cents information services on site, Nov. 18 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., per session. Everyone 50+ welcome! The centre is at 3310-37th Whitevalley Community Hall. In sight on Eye Health: your vision Ave., behind the Rec Centre. For further info., call 250-542-2877. loss may be more than just aging eyes! ThE VERNON OLd TIME fIddLERS CLUB New members welOkaNaGaN SINGLES 40+ Nov. 18, movie night at Towne come to join us at one of our practices twice a month at the Halina Cinema) at 5:15 p.m. Attend the Vernon Film Society movie. Centre, the first and third Monday of the month at 6 p.m. We play Tickets available at 4:30 p.m. and cost is $7. Meet in foyer where at Halina Centre dances, Schubert Centre, Armstrong Seniors chairs are. Call Dot at 250-542-4042 by Nov. 17 if attending. Centre, rest homes, farmers’ markets and dinner dances. We welST. aNdREw’S CEILIdh Treat yourself to a night out, Celtic- come new fiddle players. For more information, call Gwen at 778style! Presented by the Sons of Scotland Nov. 30 at Schubert 475-4042, Bill at 250-545-9383 or Mary at 250-545-5831. Centre, 6 to 7 p.m., dinner served at 7 p.m. Traditional turkey din- yOUTh OPPORTUNITIES UNLIMITEd (yOU) Peer support group ner, prizes and draws, celebration of Celtic traditions, live music for youth and young adults with variety of disabilities at Independent with local Celtic band The Malarkeys; performances by local Living Vernon, #107, 3204-27th Ave. (People Place), Mondays 3:30 Highland dancer, Scottish Country Dancers, pipers and drummers. to 5:30 p.m. Open to all youth 16 to 29 who would like to meet other This is a fundraiser to support local youth in Celtic arts. Tickets, individuals with disabilities who have similar interests and want to available at TicketSeller (ticketseller.ca) are $30 adults; $12 chil- share or build your skills about community networking, independent dren six to 12; $75 for a family of two adults and two children. For choices, career paths, leadership skills, etc., and you would like to more information, call 250-542-0437. have fun and be supported in a safe comfortable environment. Info., ENdERBy CLIff QUILTERS MEET First, third and fifth Mondays Crystal Compton at 250-545-9292 or e-mail to crystal@ilvernon.ca from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Enderby Evangelical Chapel, 708 Mill Ave. fRaTERNaL ORdER Of EaGLES The Vernon Aerie meets the first New members always welcome. More information at 838-7858. and third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. Call 542-3003. VERNON aCCORdION CLUB meets every Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Halina Centre. Accordion players welcome as well as listeners and dancers. For more info., call 250-546-3192. CREaTIVE aCTIVITIES PROGRaM fOR adULTS Creativity and Aging every Monday, Schubert Centre 10 a.m. to noon, meeting room. Group-led program includes intellectual discussions, poem writing, arts and music making. Art supplies provided. Facilitated by Dr. Dalia Gottlieb-Tanaka. To register, call 250-549-4201 or Schubertcentre@shaw.ca or just drop in. MONday NIGhT VERNON TOaSTMaSTERS Speak confidently. Be heard. Learn to become an effective speaker while receiving encouraging and positive feedback. Develop your leadership skills in a fun,supportive environment. Mondays, 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Schubert Centre. Contacts: Jackie at 250-558-5526 (jaclow@ telus.net), Barb at 250-542-0925, (b50bryant@ yahoo.ca), or infomnvta@gmail.com fLOOR CURLING aT SChUBERT CENTRE Every Monday 10 a.m. to noon; Thursdays 1 to 3 p.m., Sundays 1 to 3 p.m. It’s loads of fun, easy to do and lots of friendly people. All welcome. LIVING wITh a COMPULSIVE GaMBLER? Someone you love have a gambling problem? You’re not alone! Please come to a Gam-Anon Quality Pet Care meeting Mondays at 7 p.m. (except stat holidays) since 1975 at Trinity Baptist Church, 1905 Springfield Rd., Kelowna, room 201, use south entrance. It is worth the drive! Gam-Anon is a fellowship for all people affected by the gambling problem.

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north okanagan optimist club monthly meeting Nov. 18 from 7 to 9 p.m., The Pantry, 3908-32 St.,Vernon. If Bringing Out The Best In Kids appeals to you, you are invited to find out more about this community oriented service organization by attending their monthly meeting. New members always welcome. For more info., see www.northokanaganoptimistclub.org vernon farmers’ market presents The Schubert Centre Indoor Market every Monday, Nov. 18, 2013 to April, 2014 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Schubert Centre, 3505-30th Ave. Come visit all your favourite regular vendors all winter long. Stock up with fresh fruits and vegetables, delicious baking, specialty food products and 1000’s of handcrafted gift items such as jewelry, clothing, toys, hats, woodwork, metalwork and lots more. Make It A Fresh Day! For more information, see www.vernonfarmersmarket.ca anaf ladies auxiliary meets Nov. 18 at 6 p.m. for executive and 7 p.m. for general. Dec. 16, same time. the vernon stamp club Meets the third Monday of the month Nov. 18 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the People Place, 3402-27th Ave. Buy, sell, trade, auction. Everyone welcome. For more information, call Roy at 542-4127.

okan. landing & dist. community assoc. Annual general meeting Nov. 18 at 7:30 p.m., Paddlewheel Hall. Family membership $20/year; individuals $10/year. Info., www.okanaganlanding.com

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the science in society speaker series Rosemary Drisdelle, “We’re Not Alone: The Formidable Secret Lives of Parasites.” Uncover the secret world of life on and under your skin at the next Science in Society Speaker Series Nov. 19 at 7:30 p.m. (Okanagan College Vernon Campus Lecture Theatre). Drisdelle, CBC Ideas presenter and author of Parasites: Tales of Humanities Most Unwelcome Guests, will explore how parasites have pulled our strings from behind the scenes while we have literally helped them go forth and multiply. They have changed the course of history, and not always for the worse. Tickets available at the Okanagan Science Centre (250-545-3644); $7 in advance, $10 at the door. vernon seniors oapo br. 6 meeting Nov. 19 at 1:30 p.m. at Schubert Centre. A speaker from Nexus BC will present info. on services available to seniors in Vernon. Social activities to follow. bosom buddies meet for lunch Nov. 19 at noon at The Eclectic Med, 2915-30th Ave. Please join us! the north okanagan orchid society holds annual Christmas party Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. at the Vernon Arts Centre. Our annual silent auction will feature many orchids as well as orchid related items. As usual our members will display exotic blooming orchids on our show table including many varieties rarely seen in stores. Great opportunity to meet our members and ask questions and get advice on all aspects of orchid care and growing. Members supply refreshments. Info., Anne at 250-545-5932. monashee toastmasters welcomes you to our Tuesday noon meetings in the meeting room of the Blue Ox Pub in Lumby. Build confidence while finding your voice in a fun and supportive Dr. Chris Spooner ND Dr. Shelby Entner ND atmosphere! Join us for our meet and greet starting at 11:30 a.m. Our meetings are held from 12:05 We’re here to help patients integrate research-based - 12:55 p.m. to enable participants to attend durnatural approaches into their health care. ing the lunch hour. For more info., please contact • Bio-Identical Hormones Louise at 547-6480 or Mike at 547-9335. okanagan community proJects is a • Food Allergy Testing group of citizens, living in the Okanagan Valley, • Weight Loss Program interested in participating in projects that will help • Digestive Health build and support the community. We are creating • Prolotherapy and a network of people who have a project idea or Platelet Rich Plasma who would like to help build or support a project. We meet the first and third Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m., upstairs at The Bean Scene For appointments call 250.275.1672 Coffee House. You can join our Facebook group by searching Okanagan Community Projects. 2915 - 28th Avenue, Vernon Info., Sarah at 250-309-2620, Jack at 250-9384202 or Darren at 250-938-1751. pregnancy support Every Tuesday we www.oknaturalmedicine.com offer drop-in 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., including lunch. Free and confidential service to help you have a healthy baby. We are at 2902 29th Ave. Meals On Wheels Gratefully acceptDinners @ Home ing double strollers, maternity and infant clothing donations. teach and • hot meals provided by • delivered over the lunch hour by play for kids kind and generous volunteers who Schubert Centre Catering Tuesdays from 10 to joyfully give their time and resources 11 a.m., Aboriginal Email: schubertcentre@shaw.ca • available to anyone who has Infant and Early • no delivery fee, no tax difficulty purchasing and preparing Childh o o d • affordable, hot, nutritious & delicious Development meals meals include soup or salad, entrée Centre. Info., call - convalescents 250-542-7578. & dessert - seniors narcotics handicapped or disabled • delivery in Vernon, Coldstream & anon. Meets • 48 hour notice preferred, to surrounding area on Tuesdays 7 p.m., subscribe to or cancel the service Monday, Wednesday & Friday A Step Ahead, • payment in advance by cash, 2800-33rd St., debit or credit card basement of Gateway Shelter (open to the public, 12 stepmeeting). 24-hour helpline is at 250-503-3260 or 1-866-918-3574.

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mothers for recovery peer support group For any mother in recovery wishing to help herself and other mothers within her community struggling with addictions. The purpose of this group will be to help addicted mothers obtain recovery and parent successfully. Takes place every Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. to noon at Kekuli Centre, 2905-28th Ave. Child care available at Early Childhood Development, 2902- 29th Ave. For more information please call Caroline at 250-542-5448 or Maureen at 250-542-5311. under the spitfire anaf unit 5 Cribbage night and dart league Tuesdays at 7 p.m. New members welcome. We are at 2500-46th Ave. Call 250-542-3277 for more information. support group for senior parents For senior parents of children with developmental disabilities, meets the third Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. at Schubert Centre meeting room, 350530th Ave. Join us for a cup of coffee and an opportunity to connect with other senior parents facing similar joys and challenges. For info., call Julie at 250-307-4216. vernon flying club Meetings held every third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m., at 6210 Tronson Rd. All welcome, and it’s not necessary to be a pilot or own an aircraft to join, just an interest in general aviation. For more information, call Bev Bonner at 549-7087. tuesday’s together 55 plus have a program on Tuesdays that gets them together twice a month; the third Tuesday of the month the ladies meet at Saddle Mountain Place (Dogwood Lounge, 1751 Glencaird St.) at 11:30 and car-pool to a designated restaurant for lunch. For more info., call Olena at 250-547-8866.

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annual skiers’ gala gala do Presented by Silver Star Mountain Resort, a festive fundraiser for Silver Star Adaptive Snow Sports Nov. 30 at the Saloon, Silver Star Mountain Village, 6 p.m. reception; silent auction 7:15 p.m. gourmet dinner, entertainment, guest speaker. Tickets on sale, $60 cash or cheque at Sun Valley Source for Sports, 5601-27 St., or Olympia Cycle & Ski, 2211-48 Ave. Tickets available until Nov. 22 or while quantities last. Info: info@ssass.com or 250-260-3737 or www.ssass.bc.ca vernon & district metis association Meets every third Wednesday of the month, potluck dinner 6 p.m., followed by meeting at 7 p.m. at 2913-29th Ave. All Metis and guests welcome. For more information, call 778-475-0823. New members welcome. theatre for living No actors. No play. No script. Theatre for Living along with The Monashee Arts Council is proud to present Corporations in our Heads at the White Valley Community Centre in Lumby at 7 p.m. Nov. 20. Theatre for Living continues a 32 year legacy with a new project about the corporate messages that live within the community consciousness. We are touring a process in which the whole evening of theatre comes from the audience each night. This is theatre without a net. Tickets are $8 adults, $6 youth and seniors. This is the only stop in the North Okanagan for this highly engaging performance! For more information, please visit www.theatreforliving.com or call 778-473-3029 or 250-547-6397. kalamalka toastmasters invite you to our Guest Night. Please come out, have fun, and see what we are all about. Nov. 20 at 7:30 p.m. at Holiday Inn Express. Info., Laurie at 250-306-1371. ladies of the royal purple vernon lodge #123 invite past and new members to join us at the Elks Hall at 1 p.m. for our meetings or come at noon and bring your lunch. We meet every third Wednesday of the month. You will make new friends or reacquaint with old ones. Come join us. Info., call 542-6574. hi noon toastmasters Meet every Wednesday from noon to 1 p.m. at Bean to Brew Coffee House. Toastmasters help to build leadership and communication skills in a safe, fun environment. Make us your educational, inspirational and entertaining lunch hour Guests are always welcome. For more information, contact Kevin at KevinGowie@shaw.ca or Andrew at anorris36@yahoo.ca kettle campaign kicks off The Salvation Army kick off the Kettle Campaign Nov. 21 with pancake breakfast by donation at the Talkin’ Donkey 7:30 to 11 a.m. The mayor will attend along with a few Vernon Vipers, and Vernon Firefighters, to help make pancakes and serve coffee and juice. For donation of $5 you can have your picture taken with Alfonso, the Talkin’ Donkey mascot! the idea exchange: no impact man Nov. 21 at 7 p.m., Vernon library. Come and check out the documentary No Impact Man. One man decides to try to completely eliminate his impact on the environment for one year. It means eating vegetarian, buying only local food, turning off the refrigerator, no elevators, television, cars, buses or airplanes, toxic cleaning products, electricity, material consumption, and no garbage. Let’s discuss the feasibility of reducing our personal consumption over the holidays, while still enjoying the season. Info., 250-542-7610 or visit www.orl.bc.ca. mind mapping: unlock the potential of your brain Liz Pihulak, life coach and counsellor, will present this technique at Empowering Women and Business meeting Nov. 21. Women from all walks of life are invited and you don’t need a business to attend. Join us in our friendly environment, where women share ideas, support each other and learn, United Church, 1106 Belvedere St., Enderby. Breakfast 7 a.m., meeting 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.; $5 includes breakfast. Info., lifecoachingliz@gmail.com or 250-550-5380.

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Symbiotic relationship created through music Reside and Dawson to evoke emotion when the flutist and pianist play second Community Concert Kristin Froneman Morning Star Staff

Put the warm trill of a flute and an octave scaling keyboard together, and one may think of a courtly performance in some German palace from hundreds of years ago. However, the repertoire for flute and piano goes far beyond the baroque realm of those J.S. Bach sonatas, where flute and harpsichord duets entertained guests hosted by Prince Leopold of Anhalt-Köthen. Renowned Vancouver pianist Terence Dawson and his duo partner, flutist Christie Reside, break the mold when it comes to bringing their respected instruments together. They choose music that spans ages, genres and emotions as will be heard when Reside and Dawson perform for the second concert of the North Okanagan Community Concert Association’s 60th anniversary season at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Friday. “Our duo formed because of our interest in chamber music but our repertoire has expanded in that every piece of music we play is different,” said Dawson, The program for the duo’s Vernon concert is proof of that. The duo plans to perform a jazz sonata by famed Canadian pianist/composer Lorraine Desmarais, the Sonata for Piano and Flute in B flat and the Sonata Apassionata for Solo Flute by Sigfrid Karg-Elert, and for the “purists” some Brahms and Bach. “Some think classical is quite unapproachable and academic,” said Dawson, who has lost all traces of his British accent having immigrated to Canada from the U.K. when he was just five years old.

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Pianist terence Dawson and flutist Christie reside play the second concert of the north okanagan Community Concert association’s 60th season at the Vernon Performing arts Centre Friday. “This program is not that way. It affects the emotions – the calming and restless things that make listening to a recital interesting.” Dawson refers to that emotional response to that of seeing a movie. “We like to provide that variety to an audience, just as people like to see a dramatic movie or a comedic movie,” he said. “By the end of the program, it will be the piece that you have been drawn to emotionally as the piece you’ll like the best.” A concerto soloist who has performed with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, the National Arts Centre Orchestra, and with a number of chamber ensembles, Dawson is currently on sabbatical as chair of the keyboard division at the University

of British Columbia, where he obtained his doctorate more than 20 years ago. It’s through a chamber sextet that he first began performing with Reside, and it was their symbiotic musical chemistry that brought them together as a duo in 2005. “We have played together enough to know each other well and respond to each other well,” said Dawson. “The way we play can be very spontaneous. A perceptive audience can see and hear that rapport.” Dawson credits his colleague for drawing out the emotions with her grasp and knowledge of her chosen instrument. Reside joined the VSO as a second seat flutist when she was only 19, and received formal training at McGill University in Montreal and at the Banff Centre for the Arts.

Now the principal flutist with the Vancouver and Seattle symphonies, she also performs as a soloist and has appeared with the Montreal Symphony Orchestra, l’Orchestre Symphonique de Quebec, and the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, among others. “Christie has concentrated on that instrument in that the sounds she gets are very different from what you normally expect from the flute. The colour and tonal changes can be a challenge to make the piano match those sounds,” said Dawson. With busy individual schedules, including an upcoming residency for Dawson that will take him back to his birth country to work with pre-college performing arts students at the Plume School in Essex, it’s both musicians’ passion for the music that brings them back together to perform in their home base of Vancouver and around Canada. “If that’s your passion, you do it wherever you are. If you are making your living off the arts, you feed off that environment,” said Dawson, who spreads that message to his students. “Every student dreams of what they can achieve. It’s a competitive world, and you need the energy and self-preservation and a lot of practise to make it happen. You have to constantly be challenging and expect more of yourself.” What makes it more realistic for students these days is the restriction to arts programs in schools and elsewhere. Some feel arts are an extra rather than an essential service, said Dawson. “I think the arts are an essential part of who we are as people. We would not be who we are without the arts,” he added. Reside and Dawson will be bringing that message and a full evening of diverse music to the NOCCA’s concert at the Performing Arts Centre Friday, Nov. 22 at 7:30 p.m. Individual tickets are $35 for adults and $17.50 for students at the Ticket Seller box office, 549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca.

Okanagan Symphony shares seats with young counterparts tonight Morning Star Staff

Players from both the Okanagan Symphony and its Youth Symphony Orchestra are joining bows, woodwinds, brass and percussion at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre tonight for the YSO’s 25th anniversary Birthday Bash. To mark the milestone, Rosemary Thomson, conductor of both symphonies, is leading 115 musicians on the stage to perform a celebratory repertoire that includes a piece especially commissioned for the occasion. Written by celebrated Coldstream composer Imant Raminsh,

a violinist with the OSO and founder of the youth orchestra, the Festive Overture should lead the festivities with a bang. “It’s a joyful one, with the sound of strings, trumpets, whiz-bangs, and firecrackers,” Raminsh told The Morning Star recently. “It’s better than anything in Harry Potter. Sparks will fly from the end of violin bows.” It’s been two years since the youth symphony came under the umbrella of the Okanagan Symphony Orchestra. Now led by Thomson and Dennis Colpitts, the YSO continues to tap into Raminsh’s knowledge and hosting this

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side-by-side concert with the OSO members and teaching sessions have made a world of difference for the young musicians. As well, it brings a youthful inspiration to those teaching, said Thomson. “When they have the leadership of the professional musicians, especially in the side-by-side situations, their own level rises immediately,” she said, “It is just a joy and a thrill to see how the YSO level is raised just simply by having the members in the room.”

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Venables returns for YSO’s 25th birthday Continued from B5 One of those musicians is violinist Colleen Venables, who will be the guest artist at tonight’s performance. The Armstrong native will perform Chausson’s Poéme for Violin and Orchestra. The Grade 12 student is currently not playing with the symphony on a full-time basis because her schedule is so busy. She continues to study in the Mount Royal University Conservatory’s program for gifted youth in Calgary and performs as a soloist and with orchestras around western Canada. She also continues to compete in major international competitions and received a second place finish at the International Stradivarius Competition held earlier this year in Salt Lake City. She also took first prize at the 2012 Canadian National Music Festival and participated in the prestigious Yehudi Menuhin International Violin Competition with the worlds best young soloists in Beijing, China last year. Venables has played with the Okanagan Symphony Orchestra and

the youth symphony as a section member and has appeared three times as a soloist with the OSO since she was nine years old. “I haven’t seen another student this successful. She is really a prodigy,” said Thomson. The OSO’s program will also feature Saint Saens arr. Ysaye Etude en form de Valse, Wagner’s Siegfried Idyll and Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture. “The beauty of orchestra, especially hearing orchestra live is the combination of hearing so many acoustic instruments. You can’t recreate that in an electronic format so having all those bodies on stage creating sound together is a magical experience,” said Thomson. “It is not only hearing it, you feel it too. It is very visceral.” The Okanagan Symphony Orchestra Birthday Bash Masterworks concert takes the stage tonight at 7 p.m. at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre. Tickets are on sale at www.ticketseller.ca or can be purchased at the box office one hour before the performance. A pre-concert talk with Thomson also takes place one hour before the performance.

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Armstrong violinist and former Youth Symphony of the Okanagan member Colleen Venables performs Chausson’s Poéme for Violin and Orchestra at the Okanagan Symphony’s Birthday Bash, tonight in the Vernon Performing Arts Centre.

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1952, the annual Rotary Christmas Carol Festival returns to the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Dec. 7 and Dec. 8. Entertainment will be provided by more than 20 groups including a cross-section of local children’s, church and community choirs, as

well musicians and vocal ensembles. The Carol Festival enables the Rotary Club of Vernon to provide a venue for the many talented singers in the North Okanagan and to provide financial support for the annual Spring Breakout for Seniors, a

free dinner and dance with entertainment and live music organized for more than 500 local seniors. “Through the support of generous local sponsors and volunteers from the Rotary Club of Vernon, most of the Carol Festival pro-

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ceeds go directly to the Breakout for Seniors,” said festival chair Stewy Stuart. This season’s special guest entertainer is multi-hyphenate entertainer Henry Piovesan. Trained at the Berklee School of Music in Boston, where he studied under such luminaries as Chuck Mangione, Mike and Pat Metheny, Gary Burton, and Quincy Jones, Piovesan has performed with Pat Simmons of the Doobie Brothers, Banner Thomas (Molly Hatchet), George McKorkle (Marshall Tucker Band), and Dan Toller (Allman Brothers) before forming the bands Formation and Whitewater. He was employed for four years as a theatre music director in Saskatchewan before moving to Vernon, where he has performed in several bands and written and directed several comedy music theatre productions. He now teaches at the Centre for Arts and Technology in Kelowna and owns and operates PianoJam recording and instruction studio in Vernon. The concerts start Saturday, Dec. 7 at 2 and 7 p.m., and Sunday, Dec. 8 at 2 p.m. Admission is by donation. For more information, visit www. vernoncarolfestival.ca.

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Penticton artist gets away from the rink to paint outdoors Karel Doruyter, Edward Epp, Leonhard Epp, Lynn Grillmair, Ginny Hall, Peter Lawson, Jerry R. Markham, Brenda Maunders, Debby Merkel, Dawn Piche, Lisa Prowse, Dana Roman, Al Scott, Todd R. White, Deborah Wilson, and Charlene Woodbury.

Glenn Clark shows his B.C. landscapes as part of Gallery Odin’s winter exhibition

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Penticton artist Glenn Clark with his painting truck/moving studio, the Whale, is showing his recent landscapes at Gallery odin atop silver star mountain. well-known Vernon artist Barry Rafuse, who has gone from painting traditional landscapes, seascapes and florals to bold abstracts. “My wish is that when a person views one of my paintings from a distance, it will be enjoyed,” he said. “When one gets close to the image, new things will be discovered and appreciated.”

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Those departing from the Kelowna International Airport have likely seen the new art installation showing a retro look at Canada’s national game. Created by Pentictonbased artist Glenn Clark, the life-size piece resembles a table hockey game and features players wearing vintage jerseys from the two teams of the NHL’s original six, the Montreal Canadiens and the Detroit Red Wings. Besides his aptitude with figurative work and his obvious love of hockey, including his work with the now defunct Penticton Vees Hockey Club, Clark also has a love for this province’s landscape, as is evident in the new exhibition about to open at Gallery Odin atop Silver Star Mountain. What started as a 2007 journey retracing the sketching trips of the late artist E.J. Hughes has evolved into a way to document the everchanging face of B.C.’s landscape with paintings done en plein air. For his Odin exhibition, Clark will be showing the lion’s share of his field work in 2013 as well as a few pieces he created in late 2012 and a single field sketch from 2010. “The paintings include two large canvasses as well as eightby-10s, eight of which are Coastal scenes, eight are from Northern B.C. and six are from the Okanagan,” said Maria Molnar, who owns the gallery with her husband Kalman. Most of the paintings were created on five excursions Clark took throughout B.C., including the Ashnola River in the fall of 2012 and Silver Star Mountain this past August. “By marking down the shapes and colours on wood panels, I am describing my days’ events not unlike a storyteller writing in their

diary. They are both very personal things, and sharing them takes courage,” said Clark. At Silver Star, Clark was one of the artists who participated in the en plein air event put on by Gallery Odin during the Okanagan Summer Wine and Food Festival, which helped raised funds for Vernon Jubilee Hospital. He was joined on this fast-paced journey, where the artists were sent off to paint, and then had their work auctioned, by fellow Odin artist Destanne Norris, who lives and works at Silver Star. “We found ourselves on top of the world with unbelievable views, discoloured and rapidly fading in all directions from forest fire haze,” said Clark. Norris, in turn, will also be sharing some of her own landscapes at the Odin winter exhibition. Entitled Natural Reverence, the works include three large oils measuring four-by-five feet showing her forays into natural environments, memories of these experiences, observations and imagination. “Being in nature is akin to a spiritual retreat for me, where I connect to the force of creation, being present,” she said. “In my studio and en plein air painting, I aim to stay open to the present and this mysterious force of creation.” Also exhibiting three large abstracts will be

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Along with the highlighted work by Clark, Norris and Rafuse, Odin is also welcoming Coldstream’s Wendy Hart Penner as a new artist to the gallery. A former technical illustrator for Atomic Energy of Canada, Penner spent 13 years as an artist for Pacific Press Newspaper Group, and also ran her own graphic

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The exhibition opens with two receptions, Thursday, Nov. 28 from 6 to 10 p.m. and Saturday Nov. 30 from 2 to 6 p.m. The gallery will be open for the season Thursdays and Saturday from 1 to 6 p.m. or call 250-503-9822 for an appointment.

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Vernon musician Carolyn Anele is holding a CD release concert in support of her new album, Where Birds Sing, a fusion of folk, country, bluegrass, and Celtic roots that tell uplifting stories of life, love, family and friendship. The concert takes place at Paddlewheel Park Hall, Saturday, Nov. 23 at 7 p.m. Anele will be accompanied by Andrew Smith on guitar, banjo and mandolin, Deborah Lee on background vocals and percussion, Rod MacDonald on upright bass, Anjuli Otter on fiddle and Dan Oldfield on drums. Tickets are $10 at the Bean Scene or call 250-306-3511.

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