Which famous professional baseball slugger hit his first ever professional home run in Toronto? (Answer on page 7)
February 7-13, 2019
Volume 17 Issue 6
Mountainfilm Matinee
Wilmer Bingo
It’s first come, first seated at the special 4 pm matinee screening of the Mountainfilm festival on Saturday, February 9, with only 220 seats available. Matinee admission is a $5 donation to the food bank. A different selection of films will be shown than at the ticketed evening screenings. Cheers to the Mountainfilm Invermere organizers for having a special fundraising screening to help out our community. The Friday and Saturday evening screenings offer some spectacular films.
The community of Wilmer is a happening place these days. The community association is always planning something. Bingo on Valentine’s Eve, Wednesday, February 13 at 7 pm at the Wilmer Hall. That sounds like a great pre-date to me.
Communication Skills An eight-session course offered by the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy will teach you how to use your communication skills to improve relationships in your personal, work and community life. The sessions start on Tuesday, February 12 from 6 to 8 pm. Contact Leanne at 3415683 to sign up. It starts soon, so register today.
Finances It is really not hard for me to meet my expenses. They are everywhere.
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Open House at Radius Radius is hosting an open house to give us all the chance to check out their 1,000 acres of mountainside trails and rentable yurts. Bring your family and friends on Saturday, February 9, from 9 am to 5 pm. Far Out Adventure Hub will have snowshoes and fat tire bikes available for trials, and there will be open fire coffee roasting demos at 11 am and 2 pm. Enter your name to win door prizes including a chance to win a free stay at Radius.
Sing & Celebrate If you are missing some of the great old hymns then you should get out to the ‘Sing & Celebrate’ this Sunday, February 10, at 7 pm at the Alliance Church. Everyone is welcome to come enjoy an evening of faith, fellowship and food.
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Rockies Hockey Our Columbia Valley Rockies did not gain a lot of ground this past weekend. Both Kimberley and Nelson put the run to them here in Invermere. Fortunately, Golden did not fare much better and still trails by 3 points for third place. The Rockies host the Kimberley Dynamiters this Friday, February 8. Kimberley is one of the top teams in the league and always great to watch. The Rockies can take them down anytime. After this game the Rockies are on the road until February 23. Wish them well on the road trip.
Riddliculous Solve the riddles by unscrambling the capitalized words. 1) What some think ELVIS still does. 2) How you might feel after a RESCUE. 3) What mishandling ROSES might lead to. 4) Easy thing to do while being SILENT. See page 9.
Wednesday Night Trivia Woohoo. My team was short a couple players so we paired up with two very smart ladies and we actually won. It has been a long time. I didn’t realize how much I enjoy winning. It is always lots of fun even when we don’t win. The Station Pub is pretty busy on Wednesday nights with the trivia starting at 7 pm. Your $3 entry gives you a shot at unlimited glory.
Reverse Roles Kids in the back seat can cause accidents and accidents in the back seat can cause kids.
Valentine Supplies If you are looking for a great selection of Valentine supplies, check out the Valley Dollarshop. They have everything you need at a price you can afford. Cards, gifts, baskets, decorations, chocolates and more. They are located across from the Invermere Post Office.
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If we don’t have it we will be happy to get it.
We accept special orders too!
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Spring hours: Monday 12-5 pm Tuesday-Saturday 10-5
With Valentine’s Day upon us, Dairy Queen is making their ‘Cupid Cakes’. They are heart-shaped ice cream cakes with blizzard flavours. Everyone loves ice cream cakes. Order one up for your Valentine (or yourself),
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So I am at a huge milestone in my kidney health. So far the peritoneal dialysis is not effective so I am travelling to Cranbrook twice weekly for hemodialysis. That adds a lot of risk with night time driving. I am setting up to try home hemodialysis, which is basically my last resort to remain here in Invermere. If it does not work out, then I have to consider my next option, which is full time dialysis in a hospital with a renal centre. That is not here. Trying home hemo is a bit risky with very serious possible consequences if something goes really wrong. There is really no one else around to deal with anything while it is happening. But what is life without risk? Pretty boring I guess. I am in a situation where mortality is staring me in the face every day. But life as it is happening is not all that great so it is well worth the risk to change my life for the better. What risks are in front of you right now? Are they worth taking? Many of us miss out on a lot of opportunities because we are afraid to take a chance here and there. What do you have to lose versus the potential gain? Anyways, take a risk once in a while. Go for it in those moments of doubt. Find more and more joy.
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Tough Start
Saturday Feb 9
My New Year’s Resolution this year was to lose 20 pounds. So far I only have 30 more to go.
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I really want to thank the folks who helped me out with a heated coat last week. The staff at the District of Invermere and at RONA all kicked in to purchase a batteryoperated hoody for me. As I am always cold, it is an amazing gift. You have no idea. Watson will really benefit with more walks on the cooler days.
Polar Bear Plunge Put a big blue circle around Saturday, February 16 on your calendar: it’s the annual Polar Bear Plunge at Kinsmen Beach, starting at 1 pm. Come for an icy swim, or just come for the food, drinks, games and hand-built hot tub. Challenge yourself with a February dip, and help raise funds to buy new adaptive sports equipment for the RAD Society.
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2nd Annual
Supporting The Westside Legacy Trail & Columbia Valley Food Bank Friday, February 8 Saturday, February 9 CV Centre, 7 pm Same films, both nights! Doors open at 6 pm for pizza, beer, and wine. $20 Tickets can be purchased online at: www.tellurideinvermere.ca or at Crazy Soles in Invermere.
An evening of culturally rich, adventure-packed, and incredibly inspiring short films selected from the Mountainfilm Festival in Telluride, Colorado.
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What is the study of human societies called? What is the flavour of the drink ‘Alexandra’? What do you dislike if you have xenophobia? What band played the song ‘Cold as Ice’? What instrument is Miles Davis known for playing? What is the skin on a deer’s antlers called?
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Watson’s Waddle Wow it is chilly out there today. That means walks are few and far between as there are a few risks in the cold. My feet get uncomfortable below about minus 12 degrees Celsius. It is bootie time. We have these little bootie things that are like balloons. They keep the moisture, ice, dirt and salt off my feet but still let me feel the ground below. They feel kind of funny at first but I get used to them quickly. When Rob first gets them on me, I run around the house because I love the sound they make on the floor. A bit like a suction cup I guess. I feel a good breeze on my butt as my tail gets wagging uncontrollably. I guess it is because I know there is a good walk coming. Why put on the booties for just a short walk? I love the way they feel in the ice and snow. I have great traction plus warmth and dryness in really cold, tough conditions. I also love the smiles and chuckles from the humans when they see me running around out there. ”That’s a different Watson!” I heard one say. Life is good. Please take extra care of your pets in this cold weather. China joined the United Nations, the Nasdaq Stock Exchange opened, the United Kingdon and Ireland decimalized, Greenpeace officially formed and Federal Express began operations. ‘All in the Family’ debuted, the Ed Sullivan Show aired its final episode, cigarette television ads were banned in the U.S. and Walt World opened in Florida. What year was it? See page 10.
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Kidney Failure
WILMER BINGO WEDNESDAY, FEB 13 7 PM
Just some general thoughts about kidney failure. They say that if you must have an organ fail, the kidney is a good way to go. For several reasons, one being the Kidney Foundation covers the cost of nearly everything. Between them and the B.C. Renal Agency, I get lots of support. Another thing about kidney failure is you can actually continue to live for quite some time with the technology of dialysis. It may not be the same life you had, but you can make it work. An important part of kidney failure is the hope. The hope for a kidney transplant. Nearly every single person has an extra one to give without ever having the thought of giving one away. Myself included before all of this. What a life changing gift. Anyways, take care of your body. Eat healthy, get out and walk and drink a lot of water. Those three things will change your overall health and extend the life of all of your organs.
The Rockies are going on the road for the next 4 games after this one. Good Luck Guys.
Constructive
Come out and Support
They asked a couple of Mexican gentlemen what they thought about Trump’s wall. “We are a bit frustrated but we will get over it pretty quickly.”
Live KIJHL hockey at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena
Friday, February 8, 7:30 pm KIMBERLEY DYNAMITERS
Kijhl hOCKEY
Give Back Sunday: Radium Rotary It’s another season of Give Back Sundays at the Horsethief Creek Pub, with 15% of the day’s food sales going to a great local cause. The lucky recipient on Sunday, February 10 is the Radium Rotary Club, to support their work hosting events, building parks, funding and much more. Invite a friend to lunch or dinner and know your tasty meal is supporting a fantastic local organization. Just another reason to say “yes” to the dessert menu.
3. Foreigners
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Associate PASTOR: Matt Moore Sunday, February 10, 10:30 am Pastor Darren Wride ministering “K.I.D.S.” Church (age 3 to grade 7)
SING & CELEBRATE 7 PM Everyone Welcome!
UPCOMING EVENTS Friday, February 8, 6:30 pm
ROAST BEEF DINNER
Cribbage, Thursdays, 6:30 pm. Darts, Saturdays, 4-6 pm. Texas Hold-Em, Thursdays at 6:30 pm
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My Progress Pine Needle Basket Making
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February 12
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February 16
Whiteway Skating Workshop
February 16
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February 19
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So I have been writing about my upcoming oncologist meeting last week. Apparently I had it wrong. I have been sent for the bloodwork and the results have been trickling in but the actual meeting is a ways away yet. The results that I have been able to check are showing not much change in things so far. The ‘monoclonal protein strands’ which are produced by the cancer cells do not seem to be highly present in my blood which would indicate the cancer is still somewhat under control. There are more definitive tests that only the doctor sees. Those are the ones that tell you that you need to go a maintenance chemo or whatever. I am on day 45 of my 60 days of consuming one gram of cannabis oil daily. They say that cures a lot of cancers. Who knows?
Positively “To improve your life you have to quit using words like ‘can’t‘ and ‘not’,” said the psychiatrist. “Do you think you can handle that?” “I can’t see why not,” answered the patient.
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The Pickups on Stage Father and son duo Travis and Larry Pickering will return to the Horsethief Creek Pub on Monday, February 11. The Pickups have been part of the Live Music Monday lineup since the very first night, and are a favourite with their popular covers and original tunes. Head to the pub for the free 7 to 9 pm show. Add a few drinks and some great menu snacks, and this is easily a fun night out. Accompanied minors are welcome until 10 pm, and there’s a shuttle to get you home.
How’s Your Hydro? It has been a very mild winter up until now. Things are a bit chilly this week. If you heat your home with electricity, your bills are likely pretty high. Mine were brutal in my old place. Remember you are in Solar Country. Watch your meter run backwards as the sun generates electricity for your home or business. Any questions? Contact Solar Country at 250-342-6212 or check their website at solarcountry.ca.
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ROCKIES HOST KIMBERLEY DYNAMITERS FRIDAY, FEB. 8 THE
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So I am in the process of trying to get my urea down to a normal level. It is one of the causes of my itchiness as well as my difficulty sleeping, leg cramps and some confusion. Hemodialysis clears it better than peritoneal so I am currently doing a hybrid system of some of each type of dialysis. Unfortunately this means lots of trips to Cranbrook. I have been blessed with great drivers so far. We are hoping that the home hemodialysis will get my blood where it should be. It will be time consuming but hopefully can learn to do it overnight. I am having no problems nodding off to the computer so that might work out well
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4. Foreigner
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Canadian Sports Trivia Answer On September 9, 1914, Babe Ruth hit his first home run while playing for the Providence Grays. The 19 year-old pitcher also pitched a one hitter in a 9-0 victory.
Short Quiz Q: Name two things that are improved by shortening. A: Biscuits and Church sermons.
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Sometimes I find the water in our area a bit questionable. It has a very distinct flavour, which I do not enjoy. With my current kidney issues, I am supposed to drink a lot of water. I want good water. Kootenay Water is a great option. You can fill your containers 24 hours from their dispenser. It is located on the wall of the building that houses Kootenay Coffee Works (Bavin Glass was there also). The water is very good quality, purified and tasty (or tasteless?) Everyone should drink lots of water.
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Magic in Radium There will be magic at the Horsethief Creek Pub this week, when magician James Hanson takes the stage on Wednesday, February 13. Up-close tableside magic starts at 6:15, followed by a stage show of tricks and illusions. This is a family-friendly evening and accompanied minors are welcome. Tickets are $17 for adults, and $9 for kids. If you’re hoping for a magical Valentine’s Day, this show’s the perfect way to start.
SING & CELEBRATE ALLIANCE CHURCH SUNDAY, FEB 10, 7 PM
WE HAVE A HUGE SELECTION OF GOOD USED TIRES ON RIMS.
Riddliculous Answer (From page 2) 1) Lives, 2) Secure, 3) Sores, 4) Listen
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The Whiteway is finally open on Lake Windermere, thanks to colder temperatures and the Toby Creek Nordic Ski Club’s hard work. Bring your skates down to enjoy the world record holding longest skateable trail. Tracks have also been set for classic cross-country skiing. Please consider donating to the Club to support their work and their programs for local kids. The Lake Windermere Ambassadors are hosting free family fun at the Kinsmen Beach entrance every Saturday, from 1 to 3 pm. Lake time is a fun time for everyone.
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The District of Invermere would like to remind everyone to take extra care while travelling during the winter season. Residential and commercial driveway entrances and sidewalks are the responsibility of the owner to be cleared of windrowed snow and ice to the degree that the mobility of vehicular and pedestrian traffic shall not be compromised.
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Be a good neighbour. Do not park on the street during a snowstorm or while snow clearing operations are underway. Pile snow on the right side of your driveway (when facing the road) if possible when shoveling. Remove snow from around fire hydrants on or near your property to enable quick access by emergency personnel if the need arises.
Facebook can be a mighty tool for small businesses and entrepreneurs, who can use special pages, groups and ads to get known and connect with customers. The Tuesday, February 12 lunch and learn at the Mountain Hub will focus on using Facebook for your business to help you make the most of this free tool. The cost is $20 (or free for Mountain Hub members) for the noon to 1 pm session. Bring your lunch
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Stop in at AG Valley Foods for all your Valentine’s needs. They have beautiful gift baskets that will make anyone happy. Or pick up flowers, chocolates, cakes or chocolate covered strawberries. Have a happy Valentine.
The District apologizes for any inconveniences caused by snow removal operations. For further information, please telephone the municipal office at 250- 342-9281. The District of Invermere thanks you for your co-operation!
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Mountain of Hope Party
IT’S HERE TO STAY!
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Tickets are now available for the Mountain of Hope Society’s next fundraiser, Masked, a masquerade party at Greywolf’s Cliffhanger restaurant on Saturday, February 23. It will be a good one. Find yourself a mask and an outfit to match it and enjoy a delightful evening. For $50 per ticket you get hors d’oeuvres and an evening of live entertainment, plus a warm glowy feeling in your heart from knowing you’re supporting local folks and families facing unexpected life challenges. Be ready to bid on the silent and live auctions.
It Was That Year (From page 4) In 1971, Intel invented the microprocessor, LCD, Kevlar, Etch a Sketch and soft contact lenses were invented.
Gimme Some Sugar Valentine’s Day is coming up very quickly now. Is chocolate on the list of your loved one’s favourites? I know that I love chocolate. Margot at ‘Gimme Some Sugar Candy Company’ hand makes some delicious chocolate products. She can put together a custom gift package with a mix of her specialties that will melt anyone’s heart. She has special prices on her chocolatedipped strawberries and chocolate truffle hearts for Valentine’s. Free delivery is also available. Please give her a call or text at 250-341-5185 or you can just email her at margot@gimmesomesugarcandy.ca.
Dream Job The other day a friend of mine asked me what I thought my dream job would be. Who has a job in their dreams?
Putting on the Ritz As we travel through our lives in this world we see a lot of people doing a lot of different things. We develop thoughts and opinions about most of them. We compare ourselves to nearly everyone. Please remember this: everyone has issues. Lots of them. We all try to put on a good show. Some folks actually think that I have it together. Believe me, I don’t. No one does.
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UFC 234 Head down to the Copper City Saloon in the Best Western Inn this Saturday February 9 for UFC 234 to check out Whittaker vs Gastelum, battling for the World Middleweight Championship.
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Learning is Growing So I have these booties that I put on Watson’s feet during really cold weather. They are like balloons that I have to stretch over his paws. He actually really likes them, probably because they associate with a walk. Anyways, his feet are huge and the nails grow quickly sot the booties can be difficult to put on. But a gentleman suggested stretching them over the mouth of a jar and then just putting the foot into the jar. It worked brilliantly. College of the Rockies is always offering a great selection of courses to help us keep learning. Check it out.
Single Valentine’s Day I am single. That adds a bit of a twist to Valentine’s Day for sure. You are supposed to treat your loved one to something on Valentine’s Day. What will I treat myself to? There are a lot of us out there. Do not be ashamed or depressed about being single. Be confident and proud of who you are and celebrate that. If you are worried about Valentine’s Day, plan a dinner with a friend or treat yourself to an amazing dinner.
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early (5:30 am) or quite late (11 pm return). I also have been going to Calgary for some medical and dental work, often very early there too. Anyways, thanks to the folks who have been giving me rides, I find myself nodding off quite easily when I drive much of a distance. I have to stop lots. I have been very blessed so far with friends helping me out.
Sleep Patterns There are a lot of things about me that I do not like. My current sleep pattern is one of them. With all the stress and depression happening from my health issues, solid sleep just never comes. I have these crazy little panic attacks that affect my breathing. Add that to the itchiness from kidney failure and sleep is tough. The worst part is the number of times I will be nodding off today as I try to get all of this written. The brain is a tricky thing to understand.
Happy Husband I have the best wife in British Columbia. The other one lives in Manitoba.
Transport Support A huge thank you to my transport support team. I am travelling to Cranbrook and back a couple times a week, often very
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Winter Lake Etiquette Just a reminder that anything left on the ice of a frozen lake will go into the lake water in the springtime. So please pick up after your dogs and pack out whatever you bring onto the ice, especially plastic, glass and other garbage.
Body Facts The aorta is the largest artery in the human body. The ascending aorta is just over an inch (3 cm) in diameter while the descending aorta, passing down through the abdomen is just under an inch (2 cm). These vessels transport a lot of blood through the body.
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Where I Was The photo on page 6 is a pretty easy one for anyone living in the valley. The bighorn sheep are crossing the street in the village of Radium Hot Springs. They are very majestic animals.
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7 Garth Brooks, Chris Rock 8 Nick Nolte, Gary Coleman 9 Joe Pesci, Mia Farrow 10 Jimmy Durante, Robert Wagner 11 Rod Taylor, Naomi Judd 12 Abe Lincoln, Arsenio Hall 13 Jerry Springer, Peter Gabriel Local Celebrities
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February 7-13, 2019 Lunch ’til Late Kitchen Open to 10 pm Daily, 11 pm Fri/Sat
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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. 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.
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3rd Friday Every Month Inv. Caregivers Support, 1-3 pm, Hospital Boardroom. 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. 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. 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.
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Knitting, crocheting, Columbia Gardens, 1:30 pm. Junior Curling, 4-5 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 February 5, Tuesday Vintage Auction, Canal Flats, 6:30 pm. February 6, Wednesday Trivia Night, The Station Neighbourhood Pub, 7 pm. February 8, Friday Roast Beef Dinner, Invermere Legion, 6:30 pm. Mountainfilm on Tour, $20, CV Centre, 7 pm. Rockies host Kimberley Dynamiters, 7:30 pm. February 9, Saturday Radius Open House, trails, yurts, Radium, 9 am-5 pm. Valentine’s Crafts, Radium Library, 11 am. UFC, Copper City Saloon. Mountainfilm on Tour, matinee, $5, 4 pm. Mountainfilm on Tour, $20, CV Centre, 7 pm. February 10, Sunday Live roots/blues, Pynelogs, 6-9 pm. February 10, Sunday Give Back Sunday, Radium Rotary, Horsethief Pub. February 11, Monday The Pickups, Horsethief Creek Pub, 7-9 pm. February 12, Tuesday Grow Your Facebook Page, Mountain Hub, 12-1 pm. February 13, Wednesday Magic Show, Horsethief Creek Pub, 6:30 pm. Bingo, Wilmer Hall, 7 pm. February 14, Thursday Happy Valentine’s Day! Love yourself. February 16, Saturday Polar Bear Swim, RAD, Kinsmen Beach, 1 pm. February 18, Monday Big Eli B Blues Band, Horsethief Creek Pub, 7-9 pm. As an event organizer, don’t forget to contact The Valley Peak with your information. Improve local awareness and increase attendance by emailing rob@valleypeak.ca.
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