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Volume 17 Issue 7
Polar Bear Plunge
Big Eli B Blues
This Saturday, February 16, whether it’s twenty degrees below or four above, the bravest/craziest people in the valley will be stripping down and jumping into the icy water of Lake Windermere for the 3rd annual Polar Bear Plunge fundraiser. Head down to Kinsmen Beach from noon to 6 pm to get wet, watch the fun, soak in the hot tub, eat, drink, play games and be merry, all in support of the RAD Society and its mission to provide adaptive sports equipment to those who need it. This is a very good cause. Donations are very welcome.
Local legend Elijah Beingessner will no doubt play to a full house at the Horsethief Creek Pub on Monday, February 18, as part of the pub’s Live Music Monday line up. The Big Eli B Blues Band plays their own brand of blues/rock, and it’s always a great show. There’s no cover charge. The music starts at 7 pm. Accompanied minors are welcome until 10 pm, and there’s a shuttle to get you home. Go for the tunes, stay for the yummy food, drinks, great service and friendly atmosphere.
Diet Plan
Treat your sweetheart to some live rock and roll at the Edgewater Legion on Friday, February 15. Back by popular demand, local group ‘Hamburgers on Wonderbread’ take the stage at 8 pm. Doors open at 7 pm. Cover is by donation. If your honey likes to rock, put this one on the calendar.
I burned 2,000 calories today. Next time I won’t take a nap while baking brownies.
Movie Night The Rotary Club of Invermere is hosting a family movie night this Sunday, February 17 at the Columbia Valley Centre. Two movies will be showing, ‘Ferdinand’ at 4 pm and ‘Wonder’ at 7 pm. Tickets for each show are $5 for kids and $10 for adults, cash only. There will be concession snacks available.
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Writer’s Meet-Up The Mountain Hub is hosting a gathering of writers on Thursday, February 21, at 6 pm. Bring along a sample of your writing, 500 to 1,500 words for a gentle critique. There is a drop-in fee of $5.
Need Some Help Getting Around? We stock a great selection of canes, walkers, crutches, scooters and wheelchairs to assist in ambulation. We also offer a rental program on many of these items. Open Monday to Friday, 9 am-5 pm In the basement of Chisel Peak Medical Centre 250-342-1242
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Gift Baskets, cakes, chocolates, flowers, chocolate strawberries Congratulations to Sue as last week’s Great Grocery winner Open 7 am-10 pm daily
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Tooting My Horn ‘Great Coverage’. That was the title of the email I received this week. A new client held an event and put an ad in The Valley Peak. He also went into newspapers in Golden, Cranbrook, Fernie and locally, plus Facebook. Every attendee was asked where they saw the information. Out of 38 people, 23, more than half, were from The Valley Peak. More than all the others put together. And that gives me a new, dedicated advertising client. Is that something you might be interested in?
For Rent Hall rental and catering. Royal Canadian Legion, Invermere. Reasonable rates. 250-688-0640. ______
Hot Tub Rentals, Diamond Heating & Spas, 250-342-7100. _____
Windermere Community Hall. Upgraded. Lots of features. Call 778-526-0092.
Riddliculous When scuba divers are entering the water from a boat, they always sit on the edge of the boat and fall backwards. Why? See page 9.
Paint & Sip
Services B.B’s Home & Lawncare Services. Snow removal & hauling, handyman services, renovations, cleaning, house checks. 250-688-2897.
It’s the best possible way to learn how to paint and discover your hidden artistic potential: painting in a pub, drink in hand, snacks on order. The Horsethief Creek Pub will host Parson artist Trina Wolfenden for a fun night of painting on Tuesday, February 26 from 7 to 9 pm. Come learn the basics of painting and see what happens when you sit down with a canvas, a brush and acrylic paints. Paint & sip admission is $40 per adult with a maximum of 20 participants, so reserve your ticket early.
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Shannon's Blinds & Designs. Covering the Valley one window at a time. 250-342-5749.
Classes Group Workshops. Gentle Yoga. Laughter Yoga. Meditation. Bollywood Dance Along. Private Counselling, Yoga. Sensory Therapy. 778-316-6371.
Employment Prospects Working in a mirror factory is something I can totally see myself doing.
Who is that Masked Man?
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For some of us, it’s hard not to be recognized everywhere we go in town. But that will all change at Masked, the next fundraiser for the Mountain of Hope Society. Costumes, fancy attire, masks or face paint are the dress code for this masquerade party on Saturday, February 23. Appetizers and live entertainment will keep the party going, with silent and live auctions to help raise funds. Shuttle rides are available to get you between Invermere and Greywolf’s Cliffhanger restaurant. Tickets are $50 and selling quickly, so get yours soon. The Mountain of Hope is an amazing organization that quietly helps many people in the valley.
In a World of Distraction, Tame Your Busy Brain Workshop $60 - Earlybird (by Feb. 14) $50 (bring a pillow, pen, notepad & thermometer) Learn More and Register at
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VALENTINE’S FEATURE COUPLES MASSAGE SESSION Valid February 14th-18th Included with your Couples Massage Session:
60 or 90 minutes instructed massage. ~the Passion essential oil (from Wired by Nature) ~a Lover cold pressed juice (from Stoke) ~Hot Springs access 60 min 149.99 | 90 min 199.99 Call 250-347-2288 to book.
Your VALENTINE’S Supply Store Valentine’s Wrap, Gift Bags & Decorations. Chocolates, Candy & Gifts. Heart-Shaped & Valentine’s Bakeware & Supplies. Party Supplies. New stock arrives weekly.
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Robservations There are a lot of things in this world that make no sense. A lot of hate and anger, judgement and competition. This brings a lot of sadness, stress and depression. I love the old song by ‘Ten Years After’. “I’d love to change the world, but I don’t know what to do. So I leave it up to you”. An incredibly insightful statement. What can we do to change the world? It is an interesting question and I have two short answers for you. It may not be easy for one person to change the whole world but you can certainly change one person’s world and believe me, that can be contagious. Just something as simple as holding a door open or smiling at someone can change their energy and attitude instantly and they will carry that on to their next few interactions. It can grow fast. The other thing to do is lead by example. Standing back and criticizing or judging is a waste of time and generates awful energy. Lead by example. Be kind and helpful. You may not be able to change the whole world instantly, but you can change the world around you by changing how you perceive things and just stepping up and doing what is right.
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I asked the judge to grant me a divorce because my wife goes out and visits all the pubs every night. “Why does she do that?” he asked. “She is trying to find me.”
Blind Date with a Book The Invermere Library has a special display of eligible book dates for you to snuggle up with on a chilly February night. The book experts have wrapped some of their favourite reads so you won’t judge a book by its cover. Drop in to check out the many “blind date” books available, and you might just take home your perfect match. Blind date books will be available until February 23.
Doing It Right
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Kids in the Kitchen 5. Romeo
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Local youth are learning to cook, and eating their own creations, every Thursday evening from 5 to 7 pm. Send your kid to the Summit Youth Centre Hub and they’ll come home with new kitchen skills, plus a full belly. This weekly event is free and open to all youths.
Free Lotto Ticket with 5 Fills. 2₡ Off Gas Wednesday & Saturday. $14.99 for 20 lbs Propane. $22.50 for 30 lbs Propane. Open 6:30 am to 11 pm Daily.
According to proverb, what makes the heart grow fonder? What was the nationality of Saint Valentine? According to proverb, what makes the world go around? In which movie did Julia Roberts first play opposite Richard Gere? What is the International Radio Code word for the letter ‘R’? Which famous screen lover died in 1926 at the age of 31?
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I really have it going on. Rob was talking about changing the world and what to do and it just seems like he is talking about being a dog. What do I mean by that? Well it is simple. Be nice, be friendly, be loving, be grateful. And you will be happy. I am a bit of a therapy dog. I get to visit Columbia House (palliative care at Invermere hospital) on occasion. It is so much fun getting rubbed and fed treats by all the residents. And I can feel them filling with good energy as their day changes. I am also becoming a regular at the Cranbrook hospital. Jen of Kootenay Kritters will take me in to visit Rob during dialysis. It takes a long time as we visit with every patient and staff member we meet on the way up. Even the security guard is a dog lover. A lot of ‘therapy’ dogs go through a lot of training to be suitable for their jobs. I am a natural. Just open my eyes wide, chin on the knee, a bit of a whine or moan and everyone is happy. But really, all dogs are therapy dogs. They are just freelancing out there in the world trying to bring a bit of joy to everyone.
What Year Was It? The first commercial jet-powered airliner debuted, the first non-stop flight around the world took place, the Soviet Union tested their first atomic bomb, NATO and the NBA were established, George Foreman was born and George Orwell published ‘1984’. What year was it? See Page 10.
Healing Check out the ad on page 2 for the Heal Yourself, Heal Your Family workshop. It is a 3 hour session packed with useful life hacks to help you tap into your natural healing ability. It happens at the Shasta Wellness Centre on Saturday, February 23 at 1 pm.
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AUCTION
Consignment-Vintage Goods First Tuesday Monthly Canal Flats
Are you downsizing or looking to declutter? Do you have unused household goods or furniture? We are accepting quality consignments for our March 5 Auction
Doors open @ 5:30 action start @ 6:30 Chilli dogs and refreshments will be served
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Kidney Failure I am in a Facebook group with other chronic kidney failure people. It is pretty interesting learning different aspects of my disease. The best part is just having a group of people who actually understand what it is all about. We often discuss that very aspect: how no one really understands what it is like. Eating is tough as normally healthy foods are bad for kidney disease (avocados are loaded with potassium), Always being itchy everywhere is an awful thing. Total muscle fatigue as toxins build up. Healing from any injury is slow as you are full of toxins. Always cold with low blood hemoglobin. Planning a social life is tough scheduling around dialysis. And so much more. It is a very intense, chronic disease. It is just not going to go away unless you get a transplant. I cannot imagine having a new partner come into my life with the tubes sticking out of me. It will have to be a nurse or something like that. Anyways, speaking of transplants, please make sure you sign your donor cards. Your death can save a few lives, a pretty good way to go.
Live KIJHL hockey at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena
Saturday, February 23 FERNIE GHOSTRIDERS This is the last game of the regular season so make sure you get out and support the team. Game Time 7:30 pm
Kijhl hOCKEY OPEN Monday to Saturday 8:30 am to 5:30 pm
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Why can’t you hear a pterodactyl urinate? Because their ‘P’ is silent.
Hauling Do you need anything hauled? Maybe some building materials delivered or some yard waste taken away? Talk to Jason at Pike Contracting. He will help you out with anything, any size, A - Z. 250-342-5277.
► CUSTOM EXHAUST SYSTEMS ► WINDSHIELD REPLACEMENT ► TIRE SERVICES ►Brakes, mufflers, suspensions, air conditioning,
propane conversion, fuel injection and more!
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FAMILY TIME
Associate PASTOR: Matt Moore Sunday, February 17, 10:30 am
WORSHIP SERVICE “K.I.D.S.” Church (age 3 to grade 7)
EVERYONE WELCOME 1. Absence
UPCOMING EVENTS Friday, February 15, 6:30 pm
JAMBALAYA DINNER
Members receive a $5 discount on dinner this week! Texas Hold-Em, Thursdays at 6:30 pm
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My Progress
WE MAKE YOU SHINE INSIDE AND OUT! DEAN HUBMAN
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At this point I do not have much to report. My progress of healing is minimal if at all. Couple more weeks and I will be in Trail training for home hemodialysis. If you are a spiritual person and are looking for something to pray for, then this would be a good one for me. I am praying this home hemodialysis is everything it is made out to be. With no hemo unit in our hospital, this is my last resort to being able to keep living here in the valley. It is so stressful and depressing that I can’t even describe it. I can tell you I am in tears right now writing about it. So far this has been a pretty awful journey, with hope and dream after hope and dream crushed. I have had a lot of support and blessings but I still feel defeated. More and more defeated after each failed step. But they say this should do it for me. I have met one gentleman who says it works great for him and that was encouraging. But I also know of a guy who gave up and let it all just end peacefully. Not quite so encouraging. So like I said, a few prayers so I can continue to love where I live would be great.
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Single Minded I have my first date of the year coming up next week. Actually it is a court date but I will still dress up.
Facebook Masterclass Mountain Hub is offering an intensive workshop to help businesses, non-profits, entrepreneurs and artists use Facebook to do all kinds of amazing things. Use Facebook to grow an engaged audience, sell more stuff, and build a community. It can make a huge difference to your exposure. The two-hour session starts at 7 pm on Wednesday, February 20 and costs $100 (or $75 for Hub members). Spaces are limited: sign up on the Hub’s website.
Adult Craft Club
7 Days a Week 9am to 11pm
It’s adult craft night again at the Invermere Library on Thursday, February 21. Sign up now for a free evening making your own felt clutch bag with a zipper. All supplies are provided. Everyone is welcome. The fun starts at 6 pm. Spaces are limited so call today to register: 342-6416.
The Best of Seconds OPEN Tues-Fri 10-5 Saturday 11-3 Adults’ & Kids’ Clothing Shoes, Toys, Books Infant Equipment, Maternity Items Much, Much More Located below Lambert-Kipp Pharmacy 250-342-4430
WHERE WAS I?
Answer on page 11
Can you guess where this photo was taken?
Red Cross Emergency First Aid Whiteway Skating Workshop The Behavior Matrix Bloom Your Leadership Inspire People Coaching Skills
Feb 16 Feb 16 Feb 19 Feb 21 Feb 21
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Side Effects Mon-Fri 8 am-7:30 pm Saturday 8 am-6 pm Sunday 9 am-6 pm
WE CAN KEEP YOU WARM!
See us for heaters, heating blankets, mitts and toques!! 6. Valentino
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Antiques ☺ Rarities Boutique ☺ Vintage Home Décor ☺ Upcycled Junk Jonny & Teresa 778-526-5117
One of the strange side effects of chronic illness, be it cancer, kidney failure or any other thing, is the seclusion. My previous life involved me really getting out there, meeting lots of people and making lots of friends. It was nice. But now it is hard work to get out of the house and I have to balance it around dialysis, making it even tougher. Short escapes only as I have a medical procedure waiting at home. I spend a lot of time wandering around my home, searching for I don’t know what. Wondering what all my ‘close’ friends are up to. Life is very busy for everyone and I understand that it can be a bit scary to visit someone who is sick but I believe that I still have a bit of entertainment value in me. Stop in sometime. And this speaks to everyone in care homes or at home sick. If you have a friend or family member in that situation, get your butts in there for visits. You will change their lives.
Canadian Sports Trivia Answer The Winnipeg Jets traded scorer Teemu Selanne to the Anaheim Ducks. The move pretty much took away any hope for the Jets at the time.
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DENTURE CENTRE Full & Partial Dentures Repairs - Relines - Rebases In Home Service Also
Complementary Adjustments & Consultations Photographic Reconstruction
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The Thrifty Reporter
Driveway Clearing $50/hour 250-347-9909
Are you missing the Invermere Thrift Store yet? Don’t worry as hopefully the reopening will be February 21. If you hadn’t heard, the store is closed for a few weeks for renovations. What changes could you expect? The hope is that the new store layout will allow for better traffic flow. I heard the cashiers will be moved to the front of the store. I guess we will find out soon. Remember, due to the renovations the store is NOT accepting donations yet.
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Thanks for your interest. I hope that we will develop and maintain a wonderful, successful business partnership. As an advertising venue, I consider your success to reflect my success. We can work together to do whatever it takes to inform your potential clients about your fantastic business products or services.
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TRIPLE SIZED AD 14.7 CM TALL X 6.2 CM WIDE SINGLE WEEK $80 1 MONTH (4 ISSUES) $312 ($78/AD) 3 MONTHS (13 ISSUES) $936 ($72/AD)
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Jambalaya
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The Friday night dinner at the Invermere Legion this week, February 15, is jambalaya. We all know that it will be very tasty. It is a member’s discount dinner. All Legion members will get a $5 discount on this week’s meal. Enjoy great fellowship and great food while buying a chance to win the 50/50 or one of the meat draws. Friday nights at the Legion are sweet.
Riddliculous Answer (From page 2) If the scuba diver fell forward, he would land in the boat.
Gel & Pedicures
Judy 250-341-5245 Days, Evenings and Weekends
Saturday Movie Night
THE STATION
NEIGHBOURHOOD PUB
TRIVIA NIGHTS
EVERY WEDNESDAY, 7 pm Entry only $3/person (1-6 players/team)
Everyone qualifies for WestJet $5,000 Draw Random Topics & Questions
THURSDAYS WING NIGHTS $8/pound
250-342-5557 Bruno’s Plumbing Service Mike Sylvestre 250-342-5105
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Today’s kids don’t get to have the Toby Theatre experience (model airplanes, carpeted love seats, a curtained screen), but they can still enjoy movie nights, thanks to the Summit Youth Centre Hub. Youths are welcome every Saturday from 7 to 9 pm to watch a film together on the big screen. Admission is free. There will likely be snacks, just no intermission. (“We will now pause for a brief 10 minute, 10 second intermission …”)
Procrastinate
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Never put off until tomorrow the tasks that you can put off until next week.
Rockies Hockey Well the Rockies have been struggling in the area of scoring lately. With only one goal per game they will not win many in the KIJHL. We have been outscored 21 to 5 in their last 5 games. Golden has overtaken them for third spot in the division. We are still locked in for a playoff spot. The Rockies are on the road for a couple more games before returning home for the final game of the regular season. The Fernie Ghostriders will be here on Saturday, February 23. You have lots of notice to mark that on your schedule. The Rockies need your support. A good win to set up for the playoffs will be great.
AUTO REPAIRS TIRE SALES & REPAIRS, 4-wheel drive repairs, Air conditioning repairs, Engine & transmission replacements, Vehicle inspections
INVERMERE INDUSTRIAL PARK
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Whiteway Clean-up On Sunday, February 24, at 10:30 am, come join the Lake Windermere Ambassadors for their Annual Ice Clean Up! Help remove waste from the ice before it melts into the lake. Stick around afterwards for roasting hot dogs, marshmallows and enjoying some hot chocolate! If you would like to participate please confirm your attendance by sending an email to info@lakeambassadors.ca so they can ensure we have enough supplies!
Drop-In Indoor Walking Mondays & Wednesdays 10 am-1 pm Invermere Library staff open up the CV Centre on the lower level for warm and ice-free winter walking. Please wear clean indoor shoes.
Walking Warm Up Exercises with Patti Acheson
Wednesdays at 11:00 am Join Patti from The Movement Co. each Wednesday for a 20 minute session of simple exercises to add to your walking routine. This program is FREE and is drop-in.
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Ecotherapy
2019 Budget Residents have the opportunity to have direct input into the budget and the future financial decisions for the District of Invermere. Take the time to inform yourself and take the time to provide your perspective to your elected council members. Please consider attending a budget open house session, or have a cup of coffee with council during our upcoming coffee sessions- if you need more motivation to attend just consider this- your tax dollars are buying that coffee, so come drink it and learn more.
Let's talk numbers! Mayor Al Miller Council Open Houses The tradition of a budget open house continues, however, with a new flair at the new Columbia Valley Centre on February 20th at 6 p.m.
Coffee with Council This has been a successful event each year and Council felt they heard some great comments, so they are going to continue this into 2019. Please join Council for an informal conversation on budget at: The Quality Bakery on February 20 at 9 am. The Bistro on February 20 at 10 am. The Circle Café on February 20 at 11 am.
Survey The annual survey is available to fill online through our website www.invermere.net. Please take the time and have your opinion heard!
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Enjoying nature is very healthy folks. Are you feeling depressed? Or stressed? Get outside and go for a walk or hike. Your brain will begin to relax within a few moments. Endotoxins will be released that will increase happiness. Really. Go watch a few birds, or slide down a hill on a toboggan, or make a snowman, or just sit and admire the beauty around you. Fresh air and peacefulness are good for all of us. Get away from all your technology and enjoy the amazing world just outside your door.
LEARN TO CURL PROGRAM Fridays at 7 pm
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The Year it Was (From page 4) In 1949, an average home cost $7,450, a car $1,420 and the average annual income was $2,950. Los Angeles recorded their first snowfall, Joe Louis retired as heavyweight champion, Newfoundland joined the Confederation and the first Polaroid camera was sold.
Auction Success The vintage auction in Canal Flats was a great success. That means there will be another one on Tuesday, March 5. Check the ad on page 5 and watch for more details in upcoming issues.
Synonymitis I swallowed a dictionary. It gave me thesaurus throat I’ve ever had.
Phoenix Tears Phoenix Tears is a form of cannabis oil that has cured thousands of people of various chronic illnesses including some forms of cancer. Rick Simpson, the Nova Scotia gentleman who discovered this claims that consuming a full gram per day for 60 days should take care of most cancers. I am on about day 55. It will be interesting to see. I had bloodwork on about day 30 but have not met with my oncologist to see the results yet. It has definitely helped with relaxation and appetite. I will keep you posted on the rest.
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Power of Music ‘I love rock and roll’ and a few other songs. I definitely love it when one of those songs from my past comes on the radio. You know, the ones that you know every single beat and every single word. It just makes you feel so good to hear it. Studies show that music is very helpful for memory improvement and recovery as we age as well as for learning and happiness with young children. Enjoy.
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Lunch and learn sessions at the Mountain Hub have been getting busier, as more local entrepreneurs and professionals discover this great, new resource. Megan shares her own expertise and brings in other experts to introduce us to tools like Facebook Pages, LinkedIn and Shopify. The topic for Tuesday, February 19 is “dropshipping,” which has something to do with selling stuff online. Lunch and learn sessions cost $20 for non-members, and run from noon until 1 pm.
I heat my place with wood. It is a bit labourintensive but it beats handing my money to B.C. Hydro. They get enough from me already. Heating with a wood stove in the basement makes it a bit tough to control temperature levels with much precision. It is awesome that things are generally always comfy but there is definitely some variance depending on outside temperatures, type of wood and more. My best way to tell my house temperature? That square of butter on the kitchen counter. A bit too hard and time to open up that damper on the stove and get the heat up a bit. I do love the wood heat but am always looking for firewood. Donations are graciously accepted.
Where I Was The photo on page 6 is actually pretty old but very relevant. It is from the Horsethief Creek Pub on a night that Big Eli B was playing. A full house. As it will be this coming Monday, February 18 from 7 to 9 pm.
Organizing In 2 weeks I am off to Trail hospital for 2 weeks of training on a home hemodialysis machine. A chance to change my life. But it is requiring an incredible amount of organization in my house. Peritoneal dialysis took up a whole room for supplies. I am sure hemodialysis will be the same at least and my supplies will be showing up while I am away so I have to somehow make room. Plus the machine shows up with an installation technician the same day I return and a nurse shows up the next day for my first hook-up. And sadly, life is about impressing people so I am having to do a lot of cleaning. My Mom may even come for a visit so I really have to clean.
Computer Crash It is tough when things are out of your control. My awesome productive Monday hit the tank when my computer locked up and wiped out at least 2 hours of writing. I am not even sure what I lost. I may actually miss a couple things because of it. My apologies. Anyways, obviously I will still get it done but quite a bit later today. I just have to write a few articles like this one as filler.
Family Chores A dad is washing the car with his son. After a few minutes, the boy asks his father: “Do you think we could use a sponge instead?”
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FREE LISTINGS FOR COMMUNITY EVENTS Columbia Valley Food Bank Hours Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1-2 pm. 3rd Wed., 5:30-7 pm. By appt. 342-0850. 201, 7 Ave, Invermere. Museum Hours Tuesday 10 am-4 pm. Thrift Store Hours Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 10 am-4 pm. Invermere Library hours Mon/Tue/Fri/Sat, 10 am-5 pm. Wed/Thur, 10 am-8 pm. Radium Library Hours Tuesday, 1-8 pm. Wed, Thurs. 10 am-4 pm. Friday 1-4 pm, Sat, 10 am–4 pm. Every Thursday Stretch & Move, 10:30 am, Invermere Seniors Hall. Storytime at Invermere Library 10:30 am. 342-6416. Carpet Bowling, 1:30 pm, Radium Centre. Floor Curling, Inv. Seniors Centre, 1:30 pm. Senior Walking, Edgewater Hall, 2 pm. Youth cooking, Summit Youth Centre, 5-7 pm. Jiu Jitsu, 7-9 pm, next to Vet, 250-341-7113. Crib, Drop-in, Invermere Legion, 6-10 pm. Youth Network, Canal Flats Civic Centre, 6-8 pm. Free English Learning Conversation, CBAl, 6-8 pm, Texas Hold ’Em Invermere Legion, $35, 6:30 pm. Karaoke at the Horsethief Creek Pub, 8 pm. AA Meeting, Canal Flats Fire Hall, 8 pm. Pickleball lessons, free, DTSS gym, 8:30-10 pm. 2nd Thursday of Every Month Invermere Senior’s Lunches, 342-9281 ext 1232. 2nd & 4th Thursday Every Month Seniors Tea, Invermere Library, 342-6416. 3rd Thursday of Every Month Parkinson's Disease Support Group Meeting at Heritage Inn in Cranbrook at 7 pm. Every Friday Senior Walking, The Bakery, Invermere, 9:30 am. Invermere Seniors Kindergarten Visit, 10:30 am. Senior Walking, Radium Community Garden, 11 am. Duplicate Bridge at Invermere Seniors’ Hall 1 pm. Knitting Club, Radium Library 2-4 pm. Dinner at Invermere Legion at 6:30 pm. Alcoholics Anonymous at Radium Catholic Church. 8 pm. 342-2424. Karaoke, Whitehouse. 1st Friday Every Month Open Mic, all ages, Pynelogs, 7-10 pm. 3rd Friday Every Month Inv. Caregivers Support, 1-3 pm, Hospital Boardroom.
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Every Saturday Family Lego Club, Invermere Library, 10:30 am. Darts, Drop-in, Invermere Legion, 4-6 pm. Climbing Wall, Laird School, 5-8 pm, 250-688-5228. Youth movie, free, Summit Youth Centre, 7-9 pm. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 250-342-2424. Every Sunday Latter Day Saints’ Service, Fairmont, 10 am. 270-0299. Music Jam, all ages, Canal Flats Base Camp, 10 am. Worship & Fellowship, Alliance Church, 10:30 am. Give-back Sundays, Horsethief Creek Pub. Crib, Edgewater Legion, 1 pm. Carpet Bowling. Radium Centre, 1:30 pm. Lutheran Service, Christ Church Trinity, 1:30 pm. Climbing Wall, Laird School, 5-8 pm, 250-688-5228. Jiu Jitsu, 7-9 pm, next to Vet, 250-341-7113. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 250-342-2424. Every Monday Senior Singalong, Columbia Gardens, 10 am. Invermere Seniors’ Centre Fitness, 10:30 am. Indoor walking, free, clean shoes, CV Centre, 10 am. Stretch & Move, 10:30 am, Invermere Seniors Hall. Invermere Seniors’ Carpet Bowling at 1:30 pm. Army Cadets, Invermere Legion, 6:15 pm, 688-5266. Indoor Pickleball, DTSS Gym, 7-9 pm. Live Music, Horsethief Creek Pub, 7-9 pm. Al-Anon, Inver. Catholic Church, 7:15 pm. 342-8255. Pool Tournament, Copper City Saloon, 7:30 pm. Every Tuesday Knitting/handcrafts, Invermere Library, 1:30 pm. Invermere Seniors Centre games, 1:30 pm. Adult Programs, Radium Library, 5:30 pm. Zumba Strong, Laird School, 5:30 pm. Cards, Radium Centre, 6:30 pm. Jiu Jitsu, 7-9 pm, next to Vet, 250-341-7113. Games Night, Horsethief Creek Pub. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 250-342-2424. 1st Tuesday of Every Month MS Support Group, 7 pm, Christ Church Trinity. 1st and 3rd Tuesday Each Month OPTions for Sexual Health. Confidential low-cost birth control, STI tests. 6:30-8:30 pm. 688-6787. Last Tuesday of Each Month Free Coffee Break, Women Centre, 10 am-noon. Every Wednesday Storytime, Radium Library, 10:45 am. Indoor walking, free, clean shoes, CV Centre, 10 am. Chair Yoga, Invermere Seniors Hall, 10:30 am. Duplicate Bridge at Invermere Seniors’ Hall 1 pm. Knitting, crocheting, Columbia Gardens, 1:30 pm. Junior Curling, 4-5 pm. Zumba Fitness, Laird School, 5:30 pm.
KARAOKE Thursdays 1.5 hr Walk, Westside Trail, 5 pm. Youth Network night, Riverside Golf Resort, 6-8 pm. Fun flow taster Yoga, Radium Plaza, 778-316-6371. Invermere Seniors Crib, 7 pm. Trivia Night, Station Pub, 7 pm. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 250-342-2424. 1st and 3rd Wednesday Each Month Radium Rotary, Radium Springs Golf Course, 8 am. Last Wednesday of Each Month Co-housing info session, Invermere Library, 6:30 pm. February 13, Wednesday Magic Show, Horsethief Creek Pub, 6:30 pm. Bingo, Wilmer Hall, 7 pm. Trivia, Station Pub, 7 pm. February 14, Thursday Happy Valentine’s Day! Love yourself. February 15, Friday Jambalaya Dinner, Invermere Legion, 6:30 pm. Live Music, Edgewater Legion, 7 pm. February 16, Saturday Steam, ages 3-12, Radium Library, 10:30 am. MakerSpace discovery day, Invermere Legion. Polar Bear Swim, RAD, Kinsmen Beach, 1 pm. February 17, Sunday ‘Ferdinand’, family movie, CV Centre, 4 pm. ‘Wonder’, family movie, CV Centre, 7 pm. February 18, Monday Family Day Big Eli B Blues Band, Horsethief Creek Pub, 7-9 pm. February 19, Tuesday Intro to Dropshipping, $20, Mountain Hub, 12-1 pm. February 20, Wednesday Trivia, Station Pub, 7 pm. Facebook Masterclass, $100, Mountain Hub, 7pm. February 21, Thursday Writer’s Meet-Up, Mountain Hub, 6 pm. Adult craft: felt zipper clutch, free, Invermere Library, 6 pm, 342-6416. Youth night, free, Canal Flats Civic Centre, 6-8 pm. February 23, Saturday Heal Yourself, Shasta Wellness, 1-4 pm. “How to” Festival, Invermere Library, 1-3 pm. Masquerade Fundraiser (Mountain of Hope), 19+, $50, Greywolf Golf Course, 6 pm. Rockies host Fernie Ghostriders, 7:30 pm. February 24, Sunday Whiteway Clean-up, 10:30 am. March 2, Saturday Coffee & Tea Fest Expo, CV Centre, 10 am-4 pm.
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