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VOLUME 21, NUMBER 04

New council carries on Infrastructure and water management dominates speech that outlines mayor and council’s priorities

A healthy ‘stache

by Chris Shepherd On calling the City of Nelson’s inaugural meeting to order, Mayor John Local men grow Dooley, joked the first moustaches to proorder of business was to mote men’s health. form a coalition. PAGE 3 While the city’s municipal politics are not so controversial as what’s happening in Ottawa, Dooley, elected to his second term as mayor, started off by telling the audience at the�� Prestige Lakeside Resort and Convention Centre�� that he understands there are varied viewpoints with-�� Local businesses �� CHRIS SHEPHERD in the city. encourage shoppers to Councillors Donna Macdonald, left, Bob Adams, Margaret Stacey, Deb Kozak, Robin Cherbo, Kim “The citizens of Nelson look local this season. Charlesworth joined Mayor John Dooley, centre back, in taking their oath of office on Monday, Dec. 1. gave us a mandate to PAGE 6 �� continue the initiatives �� “Water will continue to we presently have under- good and balance all needs ing and addressing climate �� way,” Dooley said “But I and concerns while moving change. become a resource that Dooley devoted a size- must be managed carefully. �� would also like to say that forward together.” The mayor outlined the able part of his speech on The days of it being an many citizen’s also told us of other issues they feel ongoing initiatives, which Monday, Dec. 1 to water. unlimited resource are long �� should be considered by include replacing the city’s There’s a need to reduce the past.” �� Dooley also said there council are important. On aged infrastructure, a skate city’s consumption of water behalf of this council, we park, a new multi-use and to replace the leaking is room for more developcommit to listen closely to facility beside the Nelson pipes that are limiting the ment in Nelson and tied those citizens. It is our duty and District Community amount of water that actu- development with keeping taxes down. to work for the greater Complex, affordable hous- ally makes it to homes.

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New developments generate new taxes, new contributions to the city’s water and sewer reserves, Dooley said, adding that in 2008, water and sewer development fees brought in $600,000. The city has managed its debt over the years and despite large investments in infrastructure, the city’s reserves have increased to $7.7 million from $4.5 million in 2000. “We will continue to support responsible development. We will continue to manage our debt loads and invest our reserves strategically.” Dooley said the elected councillors will meet these goals. “The council you have elected is ready and able to carry out your ambitious agenda. You have trusted us through your vote and we look forward to working as a team with this talented group of people: our employees, our citizens.”

Pulpit Rock preserved

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After seven months of work and countless hiccups, Al Dawson finally got to say the words: “We have secured permanent access to Pulpit Rock in perpetuity.” Dawson, the director for Area F, made the announcement at a special event on Thursday, Nov. 27 at the RDCK’s board room. While Pulpit Rock is visible from the board room’s windows, all eyes were on the maps projected on the screen in the board room. Those maps showed the chunk of land the regional district bought from Sandy Mitchell and the 200 metre trail that will zig zag up the steep slope. The new trail will run between Mitchell’s land to the east and private land to the west. To get a sense of where the new trail will be, look across the West Arm and

�� to the right of the new clear cut on the new director was sworn in. the North Shore. The treed area “I felt I had a responsibility to �� next to the clearing is where the secure the funds and the property,” new trail will go. Dawson said. Once the new trail is past private There were many setbacks and �� property it will eventually connect Dawson admitted to getting diswith the current trail. The section couraged at points. The director of the original trail that started off credits Nancy Selwood and the of Johnstone Road will be decom- Friends of Pulpit Rock Society missioned. with injecting the needed energy Dawson said he was excited to and enthusiasm needed to get the have the pathway secured. Access project done. to the popular local hike became With financial contributions an issue when a private land owner from Area E and the City of began construction on his property. Nelson ($6,667 each), $36,667 from Dawson, whose area the hike is Dawson’s Area F and $10,000 from in, says he received hundreds of calls the Mitchell family, the land was from concerned hikers and Pulpit secured. Rock soon dominated his remainWhile the land has been secured, ing months as a director. Dawson the work is not done, said Selwood. opted not to run in the November The new trail has to be built, 2008 election. That meant Dawson extra parking added (the Ministry had a Wednesday, Dec. 17 deadline of Transportation agreed to allow if he was to finish the deal before a 60 metre pull out at the new trail-

head) and money has to be raised to provide ongoing trail maintenance. A rack for 16 bicycles will also be added to the trail head. Dawson said the RDCK will create a Pulpit Rock Trust to cover future maintenance and possible need for a fence. As part of the purchase agreement, either neighbour can request the society build a fence if people or dogs cross onto their property too often. Donations to the society can be made by mailing a cheque to: The Friends of Pulpit Rock Society c/o Berg Naqvi Lehmann 507 Vernon St. Nelson, BC V1L 4E9. The society has a website at www. savepulpitrock.com where people will be able to donate in the near future.

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New clinic has got your back Chiropractors at Back In Motion look after a host of back problems by Chris Shepherd Stay moving and stay healthy, says the new chiropractor in Nelson. Dr. Jeff Lloyd opened his clinic, Back In Motion, 621 Vernon St., this fall to help people stay active. “The basics of of keeping joints healthy is movement,” Dr. Lloyd says. He, along with Dr. Dee Anne Gelinas and massage therapist Wendy Romanyshyn, offer a range of treatments to help people with problems like headaches, neck pain, numbness, back pain and even foot pain. Dr. Lloyd says the foot plays a huge role in the back’s health and starting there can get people off on the right path. Chiropractors work with patients in two ways: Prevention and recovery, says Dr. Lloyd. For prevention, chiropractors look to find problems before they become major. “We assess problems in spinal function and catch them before they become long-term problems.” For recovery, Dr. Lloyd says chiropractors work with people who suffered an injury get back to normal functioning. The Back in Motion clinic includes treatment methods beyond normal chiropractic. There is also a laser unit that Dr. Gelinas can use to work on unhealthy tissues and encourage healthy tissue growth Romanyshyn’s massage is a good comple-

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Dr. Dee Anne Gelinas and Dr. Jeff Lloyd want to help people stay active and moving. �� registered massage therapist gives the patient a �� more complete treatment, �� he says.

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Back In Motion features several patient rooms and an exercise room where the chiropractors might have patients warm up, making it easier for them to work with the patients, or they might give clients exercises to do to help the treatment process. Back In Motion is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, Thursday and Friday and 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday. Call the clinic at (250) 352-0075 for more information.

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Dan Brazeau, left, Adrian Hoover, and Travis Hauck grew moustaches for “Movember” an international fundraiser to raise awareness of men’s health issues.

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Local participants in “Movember” grow moustaches to promote men’s health by Chris Shepherd Moustaches on men of a certain age, say in their 30s, aren’t that common, but for the month of November four men grew a ‘stache, taking part part in “Movember” an international effort to raise awareness of men’s’ health issues by growing moustaches. Adrian Hoover enlisted three friends to join him in growing a ‘stache from scratch in November. The rationale is people will ask these relatively young men whey they would do such a thing, which opens up the conversation to talk about men’s’ health. Hoover says he’d been growing moustaches in the fall for the past eight years when a friend asked if he was taking part in Movember. He wasn’t, but Hoover liked the idea. “I thought it was a bandwagon I could jump on,” he says. Hoover’s father died of cancer, something he says was devastating and didn’t have to happen the way it did. “Men tough it out for no good reason other than they’re tough,” Hoover says. It’s been his experi-

Men tough it out for no good reason other than they’re tough. Adrian Hoover

ence the macho mentality can make a health problem worse just because the man won’t go get medical help. The point of Movember is to get people thinking about men’s health by drawing attention to that

decidedly masculine feature, the moustache. Hoover and his friends, Dan Brazeau, Travis Hauck and Ben Portz, also solicited donations for two foundations, the Cancer Foundation and the Prostate Foundation of Canada. “But fundraising is a small part,” Hoover says. “It’s more about awareness and fun.” Sporting a handlebar moustache, Hoover drew many positive comments. His wife, Robin, is one of his biggest supporters and Hoover says many women admit a moustache does look good on a guy, but it’s always a secret, he says with a laugh. Women can even get involved by becoming “mosisters.” It doesn’t require women grow moustaches, however. “Just support men who do and tell them they

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On Wednesday, Nov. 26 Klaus Raschdorf, left, and Bill Brown, members of the Lions Club of Nelson, secure the planks that will form the boundary for the skate park at Lions Park this winter. They were joined by Ken Milner and Trent Nash. Nash says the service club needs -10 C before they can flood the rink. “Normally we’d be flooding by now. It’s been very mild,” Nash said.

Light the way to fun Luminaria brings art, music and imagination together in one evening by Chris Shepherd

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New to this year’s winter carnival will be a Luminaria, a lantern-lit procession around Cottonwood Falls Park with the goal of finding . . . sasquatch. Bessie Wapp is co-ordinating the music and weekend’s events around the park. She says the Luminaria on Friday, Dec. 5 starting at 6 p.m. is a chance for people to engage their creative side and have some fun. A luminaria is a lantern procession. Wapp will run several workshops leading up to the Luminaria so people can make their own lanterns. Using their homemade lights, members of the Luminaria will then go on a search for sasquatch.

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“In the workshops, I’m St.). going to encourage people The workshops are $2 to make things they think per person, $5 for a family. the sasquatch will like.” Lantern making materials So far, Wapp has made are supplied. lanterns decorated with apples, carrots and snowOutdoor Winter flakes. Wapp has also heard the Carnival sasquatch likes to dance and Friday, Dec. 5 to Saturday, the Luminaria will be lead Dec. 7 at Cottonwood Falls by a bag piper and samba band to entice the elusive Park The Japanese garden, creature out to join the strawbale house and outdoor party. Once sasquatch has been market in Cottonwood Falls found, music featuring local Park will be transformed bands and musicians will into a winter wonderland with lighting displays, live play through the evening. Lantern making work- music, refreshments, crafts shops will run on Wednesday, for kids, a lantern procesDec. 3 and Thursday, Dec. 4 sion and a visit from St. from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Nick. This event is timed to at the Nelson District Rod �� and Gun Club (801 Railway coincide with the second ��

weekend of the Kootenay Artisans Craft Market at the Nelson District Rod and Gun Club. There will be lanternmaking workshops leading up to the procession on Friday. On Friday, music runs from 1 p.m. to the last act starting at 8 p.m. On Saturday and Sunday, music starts at 1 p.m. and the last act starts at 3 p.m. At the strawbale house, crafts for kids will run from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. On Sunday, St. Nick will visit the house from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

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cent of the proceeds of sales on this day will go towards paying forward a special loan fund. There will be live music with Tangerine, Jan Van Gold, Kas and others, cake, refreshments and door prizes. Admission is a sliding scale from a loonie and up. Word is that the four female NDP leadership candidates may step up to the open mike to share their abundance of public good will. After the market, there will be an abundance sharing circle, the society’s annual general meeting and a simple meal of soup and bread.

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Praise for Pulpit Rock Access to the best view of Nelson and the surrounding hills has been preserved thanks to an ideal cooperation between multiple local governments and private citizens. Last week Al Dawson, director for Area F, announced an agreement had been reached that will secure access to Pulpit Rock for perpetuity. We would like to extend congratulations to Dawson and Sandy Mitchell, the land owner who agreed to sell a portion of his land for the access, on negotiating something the community and visitors will enjoy from now on. We at the Express see this as one of the best stories to come out of 2008. The hike to Pulpit Rock is a challenging one but one that can done by many people. For decades it has been an amenity promoted as a must-do hike in the immediate Nelson area. Its preservation came through the hard work of Dawson and Mitchell and the cooperation of Josh Smienk, director for Area E, and the City of Nelson council. Without the financial contribution of those last two partners, whose constituents make up the majority of “Pulpit Rockers” (those who hike up Pulpit Rock) this story might not have had a happy ending. It is encouraging to see what cooperation can achieve and we hope to see more examples of this in the future. With cooperation we may not necessarily be able to move mountains, but at least we’ll have a nice hike up them to enjoy the view.

Dear editor, I am writing this letter after running for council in Slocan. Even though we had a good turnout there were still many who forgot to have their voice heard. Which is disappointing for me because at the end of the day I was tied for fourth (last spot) on council. After weeks of preparation and communication with fellow residents I can tell you my ego was definitely impacted by the result. To add insult to injury

the protocol for this situation is judicial recount and then a draw out of a hat to determine the winner! All of which lacks any sense of democratic process. I would like to suggest that in future the candidates who have equal votes have a debate after the votes have been recounted three times. Each candidate will have a two minute speech in front of the community, who at the end will determine through a show of hands who the winner is!

There will be no extra cost for this procedure and will give the candidates a sense of pride that they put up their best fight! Not left up to a matter of chance that leaves a deserving candidate off the platform by an unfortunate draw! I would like to thank all of my supporters and apologize that I will not be representing our great town! Tamara Matthews, Slocan

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Street Talk What does this season mean to you?

Shambhala wants to support the community Dear editor, In response to the letter “Some solutions for our troubled community food services” (Nov. 19), concerning Nelson’s food services, and the effects of Shambhala Music Festival on them. As an employee of Shambhala Music Festival, I would like to affirm that we are concerned about the strain on these important community services pre and post festival. We’ve been looking at different possibilities and have put a policy in place which will ask food vendors at our festival to donate any excess food they have at the end of the show to local food services. We will also put a notice on our website, asking patrons to make contributions if they are in the area before and

after the festival, and we will accept donations from patrons during the show as well. Although Nelson is home to many transients throughout the summer that rely on food services such as the soup kitchen, we realize that Shambhala has an effect on these institutions. Hopefully, our new vendor policy, and encouraging our patrons to donate will greatly lessen the burden experienced by our local food services. We are happy to do our part in supporting the community we live in and love. Brittany Gilchrist, vendor coordinator, Shambhala Music Festival

It’s about setting aside time for friends and family and showing them how much I care about them. Victoria McAllistor, Kaslo

Use language properly regarding violence against women

Fish Heads & Flowers

Flowers - to the stay at home moms who do so much for the family unit and for whom thanks are scarce; thank you from me and the wee ones.-Stingy with the thank-yous.

Fish heads - to the drug dealers in town. You openly sell drugs to minors in broad daylight. You have made it an unfriendly environment for people who want to enjoy the park. Move on to somewhere else. Flowers - to the wonderful person/s who put ﬂowers on my mother’s grave. It is so wonderful to see she is still sadly missed, by not just her family. Thank you whoever you are. God Bless You.

for all of us! Huge heaps of shameful rotten ﬁsh on you. Think you’ll get away with it? - On To You Flowers - to the store cashier who bothered to lift the lid of my dozen eggs to be sure none were broken! Your extra service is appreciated! Fish heads - to the overzeallous under-cover security clerks who wrongfully accuse innocent people of shop lifting and then lack the grace to apologize. I’ll never shop there again! Flowers - to our shop keepers and galleries who help to generate holiday cheer with their clever window displays.

Fish heads - for the staged Fish heads - to the people “crash” on Granite road. It’s in the car that hit a dog dog people like you who make and kept driving on HallowICBC insurance rates go up een night. - I Saw You. Send us your Fish Heads and Flowers! All submissions to the Express Fish Heads and Flowers section will be considered provided that no one is identified in the text or signature, all signatures are anonymous, and the submission is both concise and written in good taste. We reserve the right to withhold publication of submissions if these standards are not satisfied. To submit your gift of Fish Heads or Flowers, you may send email to express@expressnews.bc.ca, drop off or mail to 554 Ward Street, Nelson, B.C., V1L 1S9, or fax to (250) 352-5075. We will not accept submissions over the telephone. The Express cannot guarantee that your submission will be printed due to space limitation.

Dear editor, Gender commonly refers to the difference between men and women. OK and so what is gender based violence supposed to mean? “Gender based violence or violence against women is a major public health and human rights issue around the world,” stated one Internet site. Gender based violence or violence against women? Where is the

acknowledgement of difference here? Women’s voices and experiences have often been silenced or made invisible. The use of the word gender with its intention of inclusiveness achieves in effect what science and politics did 100 years ago – ignore women. Changing the word from women to gender is about as inclusive as adding a lion to a herd of injured impalas.

I looked up the word gender and discovered it also refers to an Indonesian musical instrument use in orchestras, as well as the name of a river in The Netherlands. I would enjoy including both to the protection list. Music and water may be our only hope for thriving on this planet. Anita Melin, Procter

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Shop local kicks into high gear for holidays Local businesses are asking shoppers to think local when they start shopping. The executive director of the Nelson and District Chamber of Commerce, Tom Thomson, says last year the Chamber launched a Shop Local campaign to counteract the effects of a soaring Canadian dollar and the negative impact of cross border shopping. While cross-border shopping is always going to be a lure, the recent economic meltdown of the financial sector has many people tightening their spending. Thomson says now is another critical time to keep the dollars circulating in the local economy.

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Local business representativs Tom Murray (NDCU), left, Brenda Cutler (NDCU), Nancy Sturtevant (NDCU), Elliot Carter (NBA), Tom Thomson (Chamber), Doug Stoddart (NDCU), Karen Van Vogt (Chamber) want shoppers to look locally this season.

The Nelson and District Credit Union learned of the Chamber

of Commerce’s initiative and jumped on board with a $2,500 contribu-

Gallery 378 this month will not only support the local community but will help support one of Nelson’s most diverse non-profit organizations. Nelson CARES Society sponsors a wide variety of community programs and services such as The

Advocacy Centre, including Victim Services; Earth Matters; Services for Community Living, supported housing and career development; Ward Street Place and Stepping Stones for Success emergency shelter. The Craft Connection & Gallery 378 are located at 378 Baker St.

tion. “A strong diverse small business sector is vital to our region,” says Tom Murray from the credit union. “Keeping money in our community sustains more jobs, helps fund more local services, and encourages neighbourhood improvements. Local businesses contribute significant dollars to local foundations, non profit organizations and local sports teams.” Chamber director and past president of the Nelson Business Association, Elliot Carter was instrumental in contacting several businesses with word of the shop local campaign. – submitted

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For the month of December, the Craft Connection will donate one per cent of their sales to the Nelson CARES Society. Every purchase made at the Craft Connection and

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Friday, Dec. 5, 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 606 Victoria St. Student work from the clay, fibre and metal studios will also be on exhibition and available for purchase. “This event gives students an opportunity to promote and sell their wares in a public forum,” says Laura White, chair of Kootenay School of the Arts (KSA) at Selkirk College. “It provides excellent exposure for them and an opportunity for the community to have a glimpse at some amazing talent.”

Writers gather for food hampers

Saturday, Dec. 6, 7 p.m. at the Nelson Munic A gaggle of local writers, including Anne DeGrace, Ernest Hekanen, Linda Crosfield, Ross Klatte, Art

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Joyce and others will, read and perform to raise money to purchase children’s books for the Nelson Food Cupboard’s Christmas Hampers. This will be an evening of stories, coffee, poems, mulled wine, treats and musical entertainment. Attendees can also make a donation of cash, children’s books or redeemable government securities to help with this great cause. Last year’s event raised more than $1,200. For more information, or to make donations prior to the event, call Olindo at (250) 354-1922.

Eep and Opp meet Frosty at the library

Saturday, Dec. 6, 2 p.m. at the Nelson Municipal Library, 602 Stanley St. ‘Tis the season for library frivolity for the young and the young at heart. This is the library’s annual puppet show for kids six and under and adults lucky enough to have one or two. Those fortunate enough to have heard Helen and Nancy do Frog and Toad have never forgotten the experience but there’s �� more: Eep and Opp – aliens �� from outer space – meet Mother Goose in what is �� sure to be an intergalactic �� delight, and then there’s the 12 Days of Christmas, �� library-style. Cookies and juice round out the after�� noon, preregistration is not �� required, and it’s free. It’s like Christmas all the time these days at the library, with all kinds of new books, “playaways,” DVDs and other good �� things for kids. �� Check out our handmade snowman piñata and �� get a ticket for the chance �� to take Frosty home. �� The draw will take place �� Friday, Dec. 19 at 12 p.m. �� in the Library, right by �� their lovely, hand-decorat�� ed tree. ��

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The chilly temps are tellcourse from Friday, Dec. 5 to ing us it’s time to winterize Sunday, Dec. 7. Prerequisite In The Zone more than our car. Instead of “Introduction to Kim Palfenier of resisting the winter, why Community Coaching” is not embrace it? necessary. Contact Lorraine The Nelson Regional The mountain culture Douglas lorrdouglas@telus. Sports Council can be sports are catered greatly net to register. reached at: by the local clubs, groups The emphasis for the Box 1190, Nelson, BC and stores and are very Nordic Ski Club programs V1L 6H3 helpful in selecting affordis to improve physical lit(250)352-3989 phone able equipment, advice and eracy and fitness. Classes (250)352-0046 fax coaching. are filling up fast and the nrsc@telus.net If you’re more of a flatregistration deadline is lander, curling, skating, Tuesday, Dec. 30. To regspeed skating, hockey, or ister for Bunnies (ages For the more spontane- 3-6), Jackrabbits shinny may be more your (ages style. Snowshoeing and ous types there are count- 6-9) and Track Attack cross country skiing are also less other activities in town (ages 8-12) please conoptions you may want to at the various gyms and tact Ann Popoff at info@ consider for outdoor rec- exercise classes and at the nelsonnordicski.ca orphone reation. If the traditional NDCC pool. For more (250) 354-4292. winter sports are too much information on these groups Last but not least, for you there are always please go to our website for Congratulations to the City indoor activities to keep the the links www.nelsonsports. of Nelson for bringing the winter flab at bay. Soccer at ca or look in the NDCC Olympic torch to Nelson. It SoccerQuest, racquetball or Leisure Guide. will be a great opportunity Coaching is also a to celebrate community squash at the Royal Courts, and climbing at the Gravity good way to participate. pride once again – which Climbing Club are some The Nelson Nordic Ski is something that Nelson is examples of (warmer) win- Club is hosting a NCCP developing quite a skill for. Community Coaching Right on! ter fun. Kim Palfenier is administrator for the Nelson Regional Sports Council.

Leafs latest The Nelson Leafs play in Castlegar tonight (Wednesday, Dec. 3) and then host Grand Forks (Friday, Dec. 5), Creston (Wednesday, Dec. 10) and

Spokane (Friday, Dec. 12). Past scores include: Friday, Nov. 28 – Nelson 3 at Golden 4 Saturday, Nov. 29

– Nelson 3 at Fernie 2 (OT) Sunday, Nov. 30 – Nelson 4, at Columbia Valley 3 (SO)

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1. Our Distinctive Character! Our area specialty shops and boutiques, and one-of-a-kind businesses are part of the fabric that gives us a distinctive ﬂavour. Let’s shop locally and keep that character vibrant. 2. Keep Money in Our Community! Shopping in our region sustains more jobs, helps fund more local services, and encourages neighbourhood improvement.

3. Reduced Environmental Impact! Help sustain walkable downtowns, and shorter drives to shopping destinations. That in turn reduces automobile use, and air pollution.

4. Support Local Organizations! Local business contributes signiﬁcant dollars to local non proﬁt groups and sports teams. 5. Uniqueness! Give a gift made locally by a hot new artist, and treasure a one-of-a-kind, unique and original gift.

Shop Local is a partnership of the Nelson and District Chamber of Chamber of Commerce, The Nelson and District Credit Union, The Nelson Business Association and these community minded businesses . . .

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Easing the final days of life

“It’s to die for!” This is one of a whole thesaurusfull of expressions about death that we use in a range of circumstances unrelated to the fact of dying. Yet talking about the actual process and occurrence of death as a natural part of the life process is something that our society shies away from. So when death of an older loved one is immanent, or when the tragedy of violent death of a young person occurs, we are often overcome by a range of powerful emotions and issues that we don’t resolve quickly or easily. “Providing practical, emotional and spiritual

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support to individuals and their loved ones through the stages of dying, death and bereavement” is the mission statement of the Nelson and District

Hospice Society. This non-profit charitable organization offers a broad spectrum of programs that provide one on one and group support therapy for those facing their own death or the death of a loved one and for the recently bereaved. When long-term counselling is indicated, help is given. For those providing care for an elderly spouse, other relative or friend who feel overwhelmed, ongoing support groups exist. The availability of respite and palliative care is a concern of the society. The formation of a hospice house steering committee and the completion

of the Nelson Hospice House feasibility study are actions taken toward providing that care. There was never a question about the need for such a facility. That’s a given. But several recommendations came out of the study. Plans are currently underway to approach the general community for input on the project. The Tree of Remembrance in the Chahko-Mika Mall each December has been a way to help people express their grief over the loss of a loved one. We’ll deal with other aspects of the hospice society’s activities in a future column.

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This column intends to publicize agencies that support seniors’ activities, the lifestyle of interesting seniors, and topics of interest to seniors and those who care about seniors. As well, we – the column and I – will express opinion related to the things, both naughty and nice, that governments and their agencies do to and for seniors. Those opinions will be mine, and not necessarily those of the Express.

Business Mountain caribou art show

For the month of December at The Kootenay Bakery Cafe Cooperative, 377 Baker St. Painter Jan Formby has twice seen a local herd of caribou that cross the Salmo-Creston highway. On one occasion she took photos of the group and was able to see their individual faces and sense their characters. The art show is a thankyou to the herd and 10 per cent of the sales will go to the West Kootenay EcoSociety.

New artist at Elephant Mountain Gallery

Wednesday, Dec. 3, 6 p.m. at Elephant Mountain Gallery, 527 Josephine St. Sara Rainford of New Denver, B.C., is an awardwinning photographer and will launch her show with a wine and cheese. Sara is well-known to the outdoor community in Western Canada and has been photographing such activities as rock climbing, snowboarding, paragliding and mountaineering for over a decade. Her images have been published in Canadian Geographic, Gripped and Climbing magazines and her clients include the likes of Black Diamond, Mountain Equipment Co-op and the Banff Mountain Film Festival. That said, Sara believes you really have to know a place in order to do it justice. Which is why her favourite locations are those in her backyard, namely Slocan Lake, the Kohan Gardens in New

Denver, and the numerous mountain meadows of the Valhallas. “I think the better you know a place the more adept you become at witnessing subtle changes and knowing the best time to shoot,” she says. For more information contact Melissa Welsh at (250) 352-0921, e-mail info@melissawelsh.com or contact Sara Rainford at (250) 358-7277, sara@rainfoto.com).

New chocolate business

Brenda Woolner and Elaine Chernoff, have launched a new homebased business targeting consumers in the growing health and wellness industry. They have jumped aboard a network marketing opportunity that is second to none, XOCAI: The Healthy Chocolate. Woolner and Chernoff say XOCAI is the only chocolate product in the world that is cold pressed in Belgium. “This process retains the extremely high level of antioxidants found naturally in cocoa” says Elaine, “which combat free radicals in our bodies, precursors to many of the degenerative diseases in North America.” Brenda and Elaine are the first in the Kootenays to market XOCAI: The Healthy Chocolate. They are hosting weekly “chocolate tastings” for people interested in having a sample tasting of this delicious chocolate. For further information contact Woolner at (250) 354-2010, bwoolner@shaw.ca or Chernoff at (250) 3524628.

Bon Vie thinks outside the basket

In late September, Kelly Gilliam was searching for a gift basket to send a friend. However, she kept seeing the same thing – wicker baskets, cheap food, little variety. Gilliam decided that gift baskets needed a jolt, and by mid-November, Gilliam launched her new business – Bon Vie GiftBox. “They’re called gift boxes,” said Gilliam, “because I wanted to avoid the connotation ‘gift basket’ has.” All of Gilliam’s gift boxes use alternative containers, feature at least one reusable item in each gift, and have gourmet food. “We have stainless steel mugs from a Kaslo company, a DVD in one gift box, teapots, tote bags, and tons more,” Gilliam says. Bon Vie is currently organizing a new gift box featuring only Kootenaymade items that will premiere in early 2009. Bon Vie GiftBox delivers locally in Nelson, and ships worldwide. The company’s operations are done online at http:// www.bonviegiftbox.com.

Company events with Malicounda Dance

M a l i c o u n d a ’s approach fosters collaboration and harmony among teams through the magic of drumming. The group’s members say the beat of the drum is an universal language and that it can be used to overcome barriers and increase productiv-

ity at work. They say their event planners will help craft a team-building event, whether it is an internal meeting, a company picnic, an industry conference or a fundraiser. Malicounda provide drums, dancers and facilitators. For more information call (250) 352-5456 or visit www.malicoundadance.com.

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and Malick Murah and they’ll play some Pink �� Saturday, Dec. 6 at Floyd tunes and some of Finley’s Irish Bar and their own music. �� Grill, 705 Vernon St. Also, local origiThis alternative nal folk/rock trio Hap SUBMITTED blackgrass, Kentucky Mandala which consists �� Students prepare to film a scene from My Fair Lady, outside a local building in Nelson. h a r d c o r e , h e a v y f o o t of Dan Humphries, Steve �� stomping, country/folk/ (Sully) Sullivan and �� rock progressive are Mark Fougere. Three back for a holiday sea- power trio bands in one �� son kick-off party. �� night. Heddy Acclaim open Get your tickets early, the night. They’re they sold out last time N e l s o n ’s n e w �� e s t j a m / they came to town. rock trio, with veter- Tickets are $15 at Eddy an rock players �� Vince Music, Finley’s and the Curley, Roger �� Carr Boutique Music Store.

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Video scenes let high school play set the stage without setting the stage �� on the theatre’s big screen Sheppard says the com- ally October. by Chris Shepherd �� in pre-videoed scenes. munity was incredibly Sheppard is happy with My Fair Lady

Thursday, Dec. 11 to Saturday, Dec. 13, 7:30 p.m., matinee on Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre My Fair Lady, the wellknown musical about a “guttersnipe” lifted out of the London streets by an educated linguist to win a bet, is coming to Nelson with a high tech twist. Students at L.V. Rogers Secondary School will perform the play on the Capitol Theatre’s stage, but they’ll also perform

Rich theatrical experience at TNT

The multimedia approach came about because of necessity, says Robyn Sheppard, an English and drama teacher and the play’s director. She was having trouble finding a set designer who could commit to the project when she started seeing “sets” around Nelson. The building that houses the Nelson Brewing Company served as streets of London and Blaylock’s Manson served as some of the grand homes in the play.

Thursday, Dec. 11 to Saturday, Dec. 13 and Thursday, Dec. 18 to Saturday, Dec. 20, 8 p.m. at the TNT Playhouse, at the corner of Ward and Carbonate St. Local actress Carolyn Gingrich and director Stephen Fowler are teaming up to present Joan Macleod’s powerful one woman drama, The Shape Of A Girl, at the

helpful in letting the students use the locations. Shooting some scenes ahead time posed some unique problems, Sheppard says. The rehearsal process felt backwards, she says, because the costumes and props had to be ready immediately, as opposed to just before show time. Shooting also had to be done before the snow fell. While the snow held off, the cold did not, pushing the students to act like it was July when it was actu-

TNT Playhouse. A University of Alberta theatre graduate, Gingrich impressed audiences last spring with her performance in Daniel McIvor’s A Beautiful View. Loosely based on the tragic beating of Victoria teenager Reena Virk in 1997, Shape Of A Girl comments on the turbulent teenage years. The sole character is 15-year-old Braidie, who has profound thoughts and concerns about her own teenage world. It is

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the results. “I wanted a well-written, funny period piece that would spark discussion about language, class, poverty, snobbery and gender. “And the tunes are just so memorable.” Helping the students with the music is Tim Bullen, musical director, and Lynette Lightfoot for choreography. Tickets are $15 for adults, $13 for students and are available at the Capitol Theatre.

not aimed at teens alone, however. Teens, pre-teens and adults across the country have been moved by this gritty, honest and compelling look at the pressures and experiences of growing up and surviving adolescence. For those who are young, the play addresses current anxieties. For adults, the drama offers a powerful reminder of the past. Advance tickets are available at Eddy Music for $15.

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Brian Rosen and the WhatNow

Saturday, Dec. 6 at The Royal on Baker Dance all night to a rock/reggae/dance band with good vibrations and conscious lyrics. Brian Rosen and the WhatNow spread the love and plant the seeds of consciousness wherever they go. These guys share a refreshing energy on the stage that inspires their

audience to watch and listen closely while rocking the dance floor. The WhatNow came together as a group in early 2008. They released their debut album Planting the Seed in September 2008. Brian Rosen & The WhatNow also released their song “Best Shot” on the 2008 Kootenay Soundvibes compilation CD and shook the party up at the CD release event. $10 at the door.

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Book signing at Otter Books

decades. The journal format and amusing drawings make a delightful read for any youngster.

Friday, Dec. 5, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5 at the Spiritbar Anne DeGrace, author of Cold? Well then get Treading Water, Wind Tails things cookin’ as local Girls night out favourites Justin Pleasure and Nelson in Photographs, and DJ Just-B throw down will join Cyndi Sand- at the movies a blend of house music that Eveland, whose children’s Friday, Dec. 5, 7 p.m. at the is guaranteed to heat up book Dear Toni, has just Nelson Municipal Library, the dance floor and keep been released to much 602 Stanley St. tootsies tappin ‘til they shut acclaim. See the new DVD Anne DeGrace, a well down the speakers... release of Sisterhood of With over 25 years com- known local figure, is also the Travelling Pants 2 at an illustrator, librarian and bined experience rockNelson Municipal Library. journalist. ing audiences of all sizes, Her novel Treading This is a girls’ night out this duo always pleases the Water, a B.C. best seller, – complete with popcorn �� crowd with their uniquely tells the story of early life on and a draw for prizes. �� styled house, featuring the Arrow Lakes. Watch the movie on �� sweet and sexy lyrics, big a large screen from the Her recent novel, Wind �� and bouncy basslines, rip- Tails, is an interconnection library’s projector. Bring a �� roarin’ rhythms, and phat of personal stories centring friend and enjoy this free �� funky instrumentals. Draw- around a roadside diner on event. This is a PG rated �� ing from influences like a B.C. mountain pass. movie, for girls age 12 to �� jazz, funk, rock, hip-hop 17. Dear Toni, by Cyndi �� and swing, the beats drop Sand-Eveland, introduces For more info call �� for a full four hours of the sixth grader Toni, one of Joanne at (250) 352-6333. best house music the area the freshest, funniest charNext time you are at has to offer. acters to come along in the library, check out their

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Corb Lund and the Hurtin’ Albertans �� Monday, Dec. 8 at the Spiritbar Growing�� up in Taber, Alberta, Lund’s lineage boasts

Thursday, Dec. 4 at the Spiritbar Nine local DJs and artists will come together to raise money for the Nelson Food Cupboard. Performers will include: Psudaform, Cyphanex (DJ Digs, CZAR and Vs.), Beats Working (Dexter and

Mr. Smith), Ben Fresh, Ripple and DJ Bryx. Live, original music and some of Nelson’s best DJs will be be playing in both the front and back rooms of the Spiritbar. Donations of cash or non-perishable food items will be accepted on behalf of the Nelson Food Cupboard.

Thursday, Dec. 4, 7:30 p.m. at Oxygen Art Centre, 320 Vernon St. Comedy! Cheesecake! Elections! The Oxygen Art Centre organizers have sweetened their annual general meeting with comedy and a team sport cheesecake auction. Membership and presence at their AGM provide significant statistics to their funders.

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teen corner with the new paperback rack, lots of new books and art on display. L.V. Rogers students Jordi Eggie and Dylan Humphreys are displaying their art on the teen art wall until the end of December.

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Friday, Dec. 5 at The Royal on Baker Digitalis are back for another night of electrofunkatronica. Created in 2007 as project designed to bridge the gap between the DJ and live music scenes, they have been working tirelessly to create a totally original soundscape. Utilizing a diverse array of technology, live instruments, vocals, turntables and visuals, they create a

fresh, groove-heavy vibe. The band members bring many influences from their other diverse projects both current and past. Al Black (Funkarelli) on drums, Steve Cleary (Superfly) on bass, Dave Ronald on guitar and synth, Ain Baird (Shag, Superfly) on keyboards, Sebastien Payette(DJ Mr. Smith, Kid A) on turntables, and Erica Dee(Luscious Beats) on vocals/MC fill out the cast.

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BEYOND ALL REASONABLE DOUBT by Colin and Jeannine Turner A new and revealing book on who we really are, why we’re here and where we’re going.

BOOK SIGNING Saturday, December 13, 1:30 - 3:30 pm at Gaia Rising, Baker St., Nelson (Book available at both Otter Books and Coles Books.) Colin Turner • 250.225.3423 • cwmry@bluebell.ca

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Out of Africa choral concert

Saturday, Dec. 6, 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 7, 2 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre Celebrate the season to a different drumbeat! The Nelson Choral Society’s gift to audiences this year is an African Mass by Norman Luboff, featuring soloist Robyn Lamb. Written in 1969, this piece is an early fusion between classical and world music. “The Mass uses the Roman Catholic Mass Latin text to provide structure – that’s the classical element,” explains choir director Kathleen Neudorf. “But it underlies it with a tuned drum accompaniment, gospel harmonies

Ballroom Dance Workshop with Sharon Sebo

Saturday, Dec. 6 at 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the North Shore Hall, 675 Whitmore Rd. Sharon Sebo brings 14 years of ballroom dance and instruction experience to Nelson to teach salsa/ salsa rueda, West Coast swing and Argentine tango. Six one-hour classes will be taught at both

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and an African call-andresponse style, which is the world music element.” It’s a piece full of contrasts, from slow and sombre movements to the exuberant and rhythmically-challenging “Gloria!” Bruce Hunter heads up the percussion section

and Christoph Martens rules the keyboard. Two of Nelson’s finest youth choirs complete the program. The everamazing Corazon Youth Choir, directed by Allison Girvan, sings selections from its world music repertoire, while the Brent Kennedy School Choir under Tamara Johnson

performs a joyous collection of Christmas songs. Tickets are $14 for adults and $10 for students and seniors, with children under 10 free. In keeping with the African theme, Nelson’s Grans to Grans group will have a table to raise funds for the Stephen Lewis Foundation.

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retrospective, the exhibition also includes a large new installation of work by the artist and exhibition catalogue. Inspired by everyday objects and implements such as the wheel, ulu, and hand tools from times past, Lynn has created a body of work that questions the relationships that exist between design, function and art. Working primarily in glass, aluminum and bronze, Lynn acknowledges both the historical and contemporary signatures of her materials through a variety of processes including sand and lost-wax casting; and blown, cast, flame-worked and cold-worked glass. Whether working on her own, or with the technical assistance of others, Lynn’s particular visual language is clearly evident in all aspects of her creative process.

ate levels. tribal, Latin, and gypsy �� Per person class costs �� dance. are one class for $15, two This class is perfect for �� classes for $25, three class- developing dance style �� es for $35 and all classes and gaining confidence Private lessons are also self expression. �� available. No partners This workshop is for �� necessary. all dance enthusiasts, no �� For more information, experience is required, contact com.

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only the openness to explore, express, expand, sweat, shake, sway, and shimmey to the music. Dance The workshop is $25. �� For more info call Erin your inner fire �� Thomson at 509-0034. Saturday, Dec. 6, 1 p.m. to �� 3 p.m. at the Moving Centre, �� 533 Baker St. �� Sculpture The workshop is facili�� tated by Erin Thomson, exhibition focuses �� who has studied world on significant �� dance around the globe, including teaching and career �� performing in the local Friday, Dec. 5 to Sunday, area �� in festivals such as Feb. 8 at Touchstones Starbelly Jam, Shambhala, Nelson, 502 Vernon St. �� Fest. and Market Retro-active is an In this two-hour work- exhibition of sculpture shop participants will by artist Lou Lynn. It is explore the foundation- intended as a mid-career �� al movements of world

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Ongoing Events Wednesdays

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Wednesday Dec 3

Saturday Dec 6

NEED INEXPENSIVE BIRTH CONTROL? Options for Sexual Health drop-in clinic. 333 Victoria St. 5:30-8 p.m. *Closed Dec. 24th. Open Dec. 31st limited clinic to current clients only for product pickup. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS. Do you have a problem with food? Meet every Wednesday, 719 Vernon St. downstairs, 5:30 p.m. 1-800-611-5788. DROP IN GREIF SUPPORT GROUP. 7-9 p.m. at Broader Horizons, 905 Gordon Road, back door . THE NELSON SCRABBLE CLUB meets Wednesdays at 1p.m. Info 250-505-5583 WOMEN’S HOCKEY SCRIMMAGE at the old rink 8:30 - 9:30 p.m. $10 dropin fee. Full equipment required. Info 250-359-7036 ALCOHOLICSANONYMOUS Harrop Hall, Harrop 5:30 p.m. CAPOEIRA TRAINING 7:00 p.m9:00 p.m. at the Moving Centre. $7 drop-in fee DOES SOMEONE’S DRINKING TROUBLE YOU? Al-Anon meeting noon The Cellar. 717A Vernon St.

WORSHIP SERVICES JOY BAPTIST CHURCH, 10 a.m., 11 a.m, 6:30 p.m., 560 Baker St, Suite #3, 825-4095. QUAKER MEETING 723 Ward, upstairs, 9:45. 354-3859. SUNDAY MORNING WORHSIP, Community Church, Passmore Hall, 11 a.m. All welcome. SUNDAY WORSHIP, St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Slocan, 2 p.m. All welcome. UNITY CENTRE of the Kootenays, 905 Gordon Rd. Broader Horizons. Back door, 11 a.m. NELSON AA - Sunday Morning 10 a.m. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. NELSON UNITED CHURCH service, 10 a.m. 602 Silica St. ASCENSION LUTHERAN CHURCH Ser vice 10:15 a.m. 1805 Silverking Rd. You are welcome. 352-2515 ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH fternoon worship 4pm, 21 Silica St. 354-3308

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ALMOST ACOUSTIC JAM at The Royal on Baker, 9:30 p.m. No cover. LIVE MUSIC at FUSION 301 Baker St. 352-3011 Call for reservations. PAUL LANDSBERG & BERT PETERS, jazz guitar duo, Library Lounge in the Hume Hotel, 6-10 p.m. KARAOKE Amy Poznikof f putting on the Ritz and Wild Women Wednesdays at Finleys Irish Pub. OPEN STAGE at The Royal on Baker, 9:30 p.m. hosted by Estevan. Everyone welcome! RYLAN PLAYS AT MAX & IRMA’S Solo finger syle guitar 6-9 p.m. Tasty tones, great food, good times!

BRIAN ROSEN AND THE WHATNOW rock/raggae dance band spreding the love and planting the seed of consciousness at The Royal on Baker. Tix $10 at the door. ONE EYED DAVE, ELIZA HICKS & Muskoka Mike unplugged at Ellisons Market & Natural Foods Cafe, 12-3 p.m. DRIFTWOOD (MARV WALKER AND DAN OBRADOVIC) play conteporary classics at the Balfour Beach Inn, 5:30 p.m. LIVE at The Library Lounge, in the Hume Hotel, the Incomparable Hume Quartet. JUDE DAVIDSON SINGS classic songs & originals, 6-9 p.m. at Max & Irma’s Restaurant. Good food and music.

SENIORS’ BRANCH #51 monthly meeting 1:30 p.m.717 Vernon Street. All Seniors Welcome. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Annual Dinner and Election of Directors at the Hume Hotel. No Host Bar 5:30p.m. - 6:30p.m. Dinner 6:30p.m. -7:25p.m. Semi Annual Meeting and Election 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 plus GST. Info 250-352-3433 or info@discovernelson.com. NELSON CHRISTIAN SCIENCE Reading Room Librar y and Bookstore Open House. Hot chocolate and cookies, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

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NELSON TABLE TENNIS CLUB. 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Blewett Elementary School when school is in session. 352-9547 or 352-5739 SHAMBHALA CENTRE OPEN HOUSE: 7 p.m. meditation instruction and practice; 8 p.m. talk and discussion; 9 p.m. tea. All welcome. 444 Baker Street, 352-5560. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS open meeting. 7 p.m. Passmore Hall, 3656 Old Passmore Road. F-Troop Meeting 8 p.m. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. REDFISH ADULT BADMINTON Mon Thurs 7 - 9 p.m. $3 drop $20 two night week. Join us for more details. MT. SENTINEL SCHOOL South Slocan BADMINTON Mon Wed 7:30 p.m. 359-7610 NELSON BADMINTON CLUB 7-9 p.m. at the Mary Hall Gym. For information call Anne at 3527536 or Guy at 352-6330. CAPOEIRA TRAINING 5:15 p.m6:45 p.m. at the Moving Centre. $7 drop-in fee

DAM UNPLUGGED ACOUSTIC Open Stage, Thursdays, 9 p.m. hosted by Estevan, Dam Inn, South Slocan. FRESH THURSDAY WITH DJ BRYX. Spiritbar, Hume Hotel. CREAM 8 Nine local DJ’s and artist come together to raise money for the Nelson Food Cupboard. Front and back rooms in Spiritbar. Donations of cash or non-perishable food items accepted.

SARAH AND RICH Per form soulful jazz standards in a pleasant lounge setting. 7:30 p.m. at the Redfish Grill at 479 Baker St. THE TRUMAN SHOW for brunch and Nikko plays evenings at Nelson’s live jazz venue, The Library Lounge, located in the historic Hume Hotel.

KASLO CHRISTMAS LIGHT Up Parade and Celebration. The fun starts at 5 p.m. GEORAMA CHRISTMAS OPEN House - A Family Tradition Since 1970. Hay rides for the kids as well as hot chocolate and cookies. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. BC SPCA CHRISTMAS OPEN House - Nelson Branch. See our adoption centre and view the animals. There will be music, snacks, giveaways and raffle prizes. Located at Falls St, at the far end of Baker Street, above Savoy Lanes Bowling. Info 250-352-7178 WINTER FAIRE! WALDORF School 10am - 4pm. Tickets and Info 250-352-6919. WINTER CELEBRATION at the Library. Puppets, stories, music & refreshments 6 & under. FREE/no preregistration. 2 p.m. 250-352-6333. AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL WRITE for Rights. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Vienna and Grounded, www. amnesty.ca/writeathon CHRISTMAS GATHERING! 1 - 4 p.m. Yasodhara Ashram. Celebration, live music, book sale. Call 1-800-661-8711. BALLROOM DANCE WORKSHOP for Intermediate Salsa, Beginner/ Intermediate West Coast Swing and Beginner/Intermediate Argentine Tango. biodan@gmail.com.

Thursdays IS ALCOHOL A PROBLEM IN YOUR LIFE? AA Meetings, Lunch Bunch at Noon. Into Action Big Book Study at 8 p.m. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. ACUPUNCTURE for ADDICTIONS Free drop-in clinic, 1:30 p.m. Located at 333 Victoria Street, 2nd Floor. 505-7248 BIBLE STUDY JOY BAPTIST CHURCH, 6:30 p.m. 560 Baker St., Suite #3. Everyone welcome SIGNING CHOIR (sign language) 3:30 p.m. at NDYC, 608 Lake St. www.ndyc.com NELSON BADMINTON CLUB 7-9 p.m. at the Mary Hall Gym. For information call Anne at 3527536 or Guy at 352-6330.

Fridays GENDER OUTLAWS, a support & social group for trans & gender variants. 354-5362. Nelson AA - F-Troop meeting at the Cellar 717A Vernon St 8 p.m. CAPOEIRA TRAINING 7:00 p.m8:30 p.m. at the Moving Centre. $7 drop-in fee DOES SOMEONE’S DRINKING TROUBLE YOU? Al-Anon meeting 8 pm at 601 Front St, Nelson.

Saturdays WILDERNESS SURVIVAL, HERBALISM and Stone Age Skills classes! Ongoing program. Children, teen, adult classes. 357-2822. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Noon meeting at The Cellar. 717A Vernon St., Nelson THE NELSON SCRABBLE CLUB meets Saturday at 1 p.m. For further info. please call 250505-5583 CHAIR MASSAGE with Nicole Carere. 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. $1/minute, walk-in or by appointment at Natural Way Home, 535 Baker Street. 250-352-2980

Sundays WILDERNESS SURVIVAL, HERBALISM and Stone Age Skills classes! Ongoing program. Children, teen, adult classes. 357-2822.

Tuesdays PARENT & CHILD TIME at the Harrop Hall. 10 a.m. - 12 noon Information: Lesley 825-0140 ACUPUNCTURE for ADDICTIONS Free drop-in clinic, 1:30 p.m. Located at 333 Victoria St, 2nd Floor. 505-7248 DOES SOMEONE’S DRINKING� TROUBLE YOU? Al-Anon Meetings: Lunch Bunch at Noon and open meeing at 6 p.m. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. YOUNG FELLOWS OFF BOOZE Al-Anon Meeting 8 p.m. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St. AA TARRY ENG- RUSSIAN GROUP Brent Kennedy School, 7 p.m. Slocan Junction. ‘DRUMMING FROM THE HEART’ Community Drum Circle with Kim Massé. North Shore Hall 7:15 - 8:45 p.m. $7 kimmasse@shaw. ca 505-2684 GRIEF COUNSELLING & LIFE coaching with Eve Pries. By appointment. Natural Way Home, 535 Baker St, affirmationascension.com, 250-352-2980.

AROUND TOWN

Fri. Dec 5 FINLEY’S GAME NIGHT, ‘Name that Tune’ at followed by live music at 10 p.m. RYLAN PLAYS AT MAX & IRMA’S Solo finger syle guitar 6-9 p.m. Tasty tones, great food, good times! THE HIP REPLACEMENTS The Tragically Hip tribute band at the Spiritbar. $10 at the door. DJ Dexter and Mr. Smith spin tracks in the back room. DIGITALIS a night of electrofunkatronica: live instruments, vocals, turntables and visuals at The Royal on Baker.

Sat. Dec 6 ELLIOTT BROOD are back for a holiday season kick-off party. Heddy Acclaim open and later local orignal Hap Mandala trio. At Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill, 705 Vernon. Tix $15 at Eddy Music, Finley’s and the Boutique Music Store.

Thursday Dec 4 OXYGEN ELECTIONS & AGM. We’ll sweeten the deal with comedy and a team sport cheesecake auction. 7:30 p.m.

Friday Dec 5

SARAH McGLYNN & RICH RABNETT live at The Library Lounge, located in the Hume Hotel. 6-10 p.m. CORB LUND AND THE HURTIN’ Alber tans at the Spiritbar. Countr y/celtic/latin driving rhythems.

WEST KOOTENAY WOMEN’S Association invites you to a vigil in commemoration of the massacre in Montreal. At the Lakeside Soccer field/concession stand 3:30 - 5 p.m. BOOK-SIGNING AT OTTER BOOKS. Anne DeGrace, author of Treading Water, Wind Tails and Nelson in Photographs, will join Cyndi Sand-Eveland, whose children’s book Dear Toni, has just been released. 7 - 8 p.m. CELEBRATE THE SPIRIT of Christmas on Baker Street, 600 Block with the Kootenay Christian fellowship. Starting at 6:10 p.m. GIRLS NIGHT OUT! Movie night for 12-17 year olds. 7 p.m. at the Nelson Municipal Library, in the basement. Info: Joanne 250352-6333.

Tues. Dec 9

Saturday Dec 6

LIVE OPEN STAGE at Finley’s Irish Pub, everyone welcome. LISTEN TO THE SWEET SOUNDS of Nikko ever y Tuesday at Fusion on Baker Street. 7-10 p.m. ALL AGES OPEN MIKE! Poets and jammers welcome at the Cocao-nut Lounge 116 Vernon St, 6 - 10 p.m.

PAY IT FORWARD diverse market and family event. Music, open mike from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. AGM to follow. Help celebrate Habondia’s 10th birthday. Info 250-352-7902. NELSON CHORAL SOCIETY performs a stirring and joyful African Mass with soloist Robyn Lamb. Also appearing: Corazon and Brent Kennedy choirs. 7:30 p.m. Capitol Theatre. Tickets $14 adults, $10 seniors/students, under 10 free, available at the Capitol. A Grans to Grans fundraiser. MAGICAL EUROPEAN CHRISTMAS Faire, Silverton. Crafts, delicious food, santa and renowned ice sculptors. Visit www.christmasbythelake.com

Sun. Dec 7

Mon. Dec 8

Wed. Dec 10 PAUL LANDSBERG & BERT PETERS, jazz guitar duo, Library Lounge in the Hume Hotel, 6-10 p.m. KARAOKE Amy Poznikoff putting on the Ritz and Wild Women Wednesdays at Finley’s Irish Pub and Grill.

Sunday Dec 7 NELSON CHORAL SOCIETY African Mass 2:00 p.m. Capitol Theatre. See Saturday listing for details. AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL WRITE for Rights. Noon - 4 p.m. Oso Negro, www.amnesty.ca/writeathon

Monday Dec 8 WHEN IN DOUBT….How Do I Keep Myself Safe?? Free Workshop with Gitta. She has been teaching Wenlido, a system of personal safety for women/ girls, locally and internationally since 30 years. At the Women’s Centre 1 - 4 p. m.

Wednesday Dec 10 GLIMPSE INTO FEMINIST activism in India today. Gitta Ridder sharing of her work in India. At the Women’s Centre 5 - 7 p.m.

Friday Dec 12 BOOK-SIGNING AT OTTER BOOKS with contributors to The Purcell Suite, K. Linda Kivi, Luanne Armstrong, Ellen Burt and Dick Vision. 7 - 8 p.m.

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TIBETAN BUDDHIST MEDITATION 10-11:30 a.m. Open to everyone, beginners welcome. 6425 Sproule Creek Rd. Nelson. 352-2455. SHAMBHALA CENTRE NYINTHUN: Join us for Sunday sitting meditation 9 a.m. to noon. There will be a break for refreshments mid-morning. You are welcome to come & go as you please. Everyone is welcome. 444 Baker St. 352-5560 www.nelsonbuddha.com

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Beating the winter blues As the cold, dark months arrive many people start to feel their moods darken. If you know that you tend to feel a little low during the winter or suffer from depression yearround there are some easy steps you can take to help warm and nourish yourself. Getting regular exercise helps to produce endorphins in the brain. Endorphins are neurotransmitters produced in the brain that enhance moods and produce a euphoric feeling of happiness. Intensity and duration of exercise are factors in the production of endorphins, therefore, long cardio workouts are best. Activities such as jogging, swimming, crosscountry skiing, and biking are great. If you have an aversion to outdoor activities in the cold weather try heading to the community complex for a swim in the pool, a warm steam and stretch, an aerobics class, or a workout in the warm and bright gym. If you are an outdoor enthusiast get up into the mountains where the light and sun

Picky picky eaters

Exploring Health

Kate Butt

can nourish you. Another important consideration when trying to conquer melancholy moods is diet. Taking a complex green supplement in addition to a healthy diet of complex grains, greens, veggies, proteins and warming winter soups can be a good way to provide fuel to your brain and boost your energy and mood. Examples of nourishing greens are blue-green algae, spirulina, chlorophyll, grasses and seaweeds. Rich, greasy, fatty foods as well as excessive amounts of wheat, dairy, sugar or processed foods should be avoided in order to save the body from feeling ‘dragged down’ in its effort to digest irritants or

Kate Butt is a practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine. She treats a variety of conditions and has special interests in women’s health, peri-natal care, chronic pain, and sports injuries. The information used in the Exploring Health column is for education only. It is important to consult a health care provider about your specific health concerns. For questions or information please contact truebalance.kate@gmail.com or call (250) 551 5283.

CHRIS SHEPHERD

A diet rich in grains, greens, veggies and proteins help beat the winter blues.

foods that are empty of useful nutrients. See a herbalist, naturopath, or Chinese medicine practitioner for natural herbal remedies for depression, as these can

be a very useful alternative to anti-depressants. Also, counselling can be a great tool to verbally or somatically get to the root of the problem with objective and insightful perspective.

Acupuncture

Kate Butt, Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine ......... 551-5283 Claudia Kavcic RAC, at Mountain Waters Spa ....... 352-3280 Sandra Mason, RAC ....................................................551-0110 Michael Smith, Dr. TCM, 10 years experience.........352-0459 Marion Starr, Dr. TCM ............................................... 352-9890

Art Therapy

Thai, Jin Shin Do, dance, Qi Gong, Bliss. - Marisa .....352-3312 Integrated Healing Touch, Biodynamic Craniosacral, Esalen® Massage; www.potentialswellness.com - Madelene...352-0459

Breathwork

Blanche Tanner, BP, Family Constellation .................. 227-6877

Chiropractic

McKenzie Community Chiropractic ........................... 352-1322

Coaching

Richard Klein, Stress Reduction Coach .................... 352-3280 Holistic Health, www.brendawiseman.com................505-7555

Passes on sale December 1-15. All punches must be used during the month of December 2008. One punch per person. The membership allows access to the aquatic center, ﬁtness studio, cardio studio, weight room and arena.

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• Don’t offer milk and juice between meals. One to three year olds need two cups of milk a day to meet their calcium and vitamin D needs. Extra milk can fill them up and contribute to picky eating.

Tara Stark is a registered dietitian who specializes in helping people optimize their nutritional wellness and prevent diet related chronic diseases. For more information e-mail tara.stark@gmail.com or phone (250) 505-9854.

Homeopathy

Margo MacLaren DHom ............................................. 354-7072

Hypnotherapy

Sharon Best, Certified Adv. Hypnotherapist ............ 354-7750

Massage Services

A Touch Of Aloha, Lomi, Cranio, Struct’l, Sports ..............229-4424 Ginger Joy Rivest, Neuro Somatic Therapy ..............505-4284 Palliative Massage Course, July 3-10, 2009 ...........1-800-611-5788 Power Essentials, True Aromatherapy & Massage...........505-4144 Rub It In, Mobile/Studio, Deep T., Neuro, Sports ...... 352-6804 Thai Massage, Mina Palmer, CTT at Shanti Yoga ...........352-7703 Galena-DeepT,Swedish,Lomi,structl Shalimar ...................354-4408 BodyMind Union, Chronic Pain, Deep Tissue....................505-9945

Nutritionists

Tara Stark, RD, Nutrition Counselling......................505-9854

Pharmacy

Remedy’s RX Custom Compound 737 Baker St. ..... 352-6928

Pilates

Kootenai Pilates 540 Baker St. ................................ 352-1600

Colonics

Registered Massage Therapists

Counselling & Consultation

Reflexology

Hydrotherapy, Living Foods, Coaching ..................... 352-6419

All this for only $2.25 per punch ______

Tara Stark

TO LIST YOUR SERVICE, CALL 354-3910

Bodywork

• An awesome way to try out the facility! • Great for visiting family and friends! • Get a jump start on your New Years Resolutions! • Fantastic way to keep off the extra “Christmas Cheer”

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A DIRECTORY OF HEALTH & HEALING IN THE KOOTENAYS

Clearwater Art Therapy ............................................ 505-1100

Now available - 12 Days of Christmas Punch Pass for only $27 ____________

Being picky about foods and eating is normal toddler behaviour that can make parents want to pull their hair out. If you are an exasperated parent, it is a good idea to step back and remember that your job is done when you have offered your child a variety of nutritious foods. It is up to the child whether he eats and how much he eats. A few tips to help your toddler be a good eater include: • Offer meals and snacks at regular times. Giving toddlers food handouts while they play will not help them become good eaters. • Eat as a family whenever possible. Toddlers learn from watching others.

Carmen Carter, MEd, RCC, Play & Art Therapy ........354-4485 Miriam M. Martineau, MA, Integral Counselling ..... 505-8170

Feldenkrais Method

Susan Grimble, Classes/Sessions Learn to move! .. 352-3449 Judy Katz, GCFP, Private & Group Lessons ..............352-3319 Physical Problems & Nothing has worked? Give me call and let’s get moving! Call Hilary ......................................354-7616

Hair Care

Front St. Hair Studio, The Key to Beauty ............... 354-1202

Herbalist

Janice Poloway, Certified Iridologist, Herbalist ...... 551-4528

Daniel Voykin, RMT 523 Josephine ...c509-0345 o352-0459 Jennifer Johnston RMT 101-518 Lake St. .............. 551-1197 Mountain Waters Spa, 205 Victoria St............................352-3280

Reiki

Karen Hornby, RN, BSN. 507 Baker St., #210 ........ 509-1850

Shiatsu

Kimberly Davitsky, RST at Shalimar Spa ............... 354-4408

Social Work

Val Amies, BSW, RSW, Counselor .............................505-8044

Spas

Mountain Waters Spa, 205 Victoria St............................352-3280 Shalimar Spa, located at the Prestige Inn ............. 354-4408

NATURAL, ORGANIC FOODS & PRODUCTS SINCE 1975 Open 8:00 - 7:00 Mon. to Sat. 295 Baker Street, Nelson 354-4077 www.kootenay.coop

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THE HEALTH PAGES Briefly How women can stay safe

Monday, Dec. 8, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Nelson and District Women’s Centre, 420 Mill St. As part of the 16 days of activism to end violence

against women, part of U.N. declaration to eliminate violence against women, Gitta Ridder with the West Kootenay Women’s Association is offering a three-hour session (free of charge) called When in doubt . . . How do I keep

myself safe? Gitta has been teaching wenlido, a system of personal safety for women/girls, locally and internationally since 30 years. “Everyone wants to believe nothing will ever happen

to them, yet knowing how to handle the ‘unwanted’ is extremely empowering on many levels,” says Ridder. Wenlido teaches women to stay present mentally, deescalate the aggression verbally (if at all possible), find

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their way out to safety, or fight effectively for their life if all else fails. A full basic workshop is 16 hours and will be offered in January. Call (250) 229-2243 for more information.

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December 3, 2008

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Forward your ad to: 554 Ward St., Nelson, BC V1L 1S9 • Fax: 250-352-5075 • www.expressnews.ca

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lint and Roz Nay are pleased to announce the birth of Ruby Alabama, a little sister to Cash. Born October 10th — with thanks to Dr. Woodward, Dr. Moola and the excellent nurses at Kootenay Hospital.

BALI YOGA RETREAT AND CULTURAL ADVENTURE FEB.23MARCH 7 2009. info-www. karunayoga.com or contact Karuna-erickson@netidea - (250)229-4793 LEARN MORE ABOUT Michelle Mungall, the youngest candidate for the Nelson-Creston NDP nomination. www.michellemungall.com ADORABLE DOGGIE DOOR draft stoppers. Great gift against winter’s chill. By “Bonnell Fabric Art”, Craft Connection, 378 Baker Street. ON THE HUNT for that perfect Christmas gift? Why not purchase a gift certificate towards a continuing education course. Call your local Selkirk College campus today. SPECIAL DELIVERY SELKIRK College Continuing education winter calendar is heading to your mailbox. Watch for it mid-January or check out courses on our website at Selkirk.ca

Business Opportunities MONEY MAKER - Local route, no selling on your part. For more info call 1-866-821-2569. A GREAT OPPORTUNITY to own a pet food business - High quality cat/dog food. Excellent returns, exclusive territories. Information call Julie Mutch toll-free 1-877-738-3287 Ext. 217 or (604) 518-7706, www. ripleesranch.com.

Car Pool CAR POOL. HOME 6 Mile, Work Nelson. My hours 8-4 M-F. Flexible return. Call 250-825-4559

Career Opportunity BECOME A VETERINARY ASSISTANT in 24 weeks at Granville Business College. Specializing in veterinary assistant diplomas for 15 years. Classes every 3 months. www. vet-assistant.com, 604-683-8850. TRAVEL NURSE CANADA and never miss a pay check. We are seeking RN’s for OR, ICU and ER assignments. Visit www.travelnurse. ca for more information. TRAIN FOR A NEW CAREER in medical transcription. Train from home! Work from home! Contact CanScribe today for a free information package. 1-800-466-1535, www. canscribe.com, info@canscribe.com.

Children GRACO DOUBLE STROLLER & Infant car seat. Only 3 months old. Paid $360 asking $180 OBO 250 352 6465

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EVEN-FLO STROLLER AND car seat travel system, used, in reasonable condition. $35 obo (250)5055252. BIRTHDAY DRUM PARTIES with Louise! Drumming makes a great activity at any party with children. It opens the door for every child to interact while achieving a common goal. Our caring professional service gives you, a chance to relax and enjoy the children’s creativity and fun through music, stories and singing. Our service supplies all the drums and others musical instruments from West Africa.Toddlers through teenager are welcome. Ideal for children’s birthday parties, wedding receptions, dinner parties - anywhere kids congregate and need entertaining! 250352-5456,www.malicoundadance. com

COMEDY! CHEESECAKE! ELECTIONS! Oxygen Art Centre AGM Thursday Dec. 4th, 7:30pm 320 Vernon St. (alley) WINL AW ELEMENTARY BREAKFAST WITH SANTA AND SILENT AUCTION: Sunday, December 14 at Slocan Park Hall on Hwy 6, Slocan Park. Breakfast 8:3011:00, with Silent Auction ending at 11:30. Santa will be there for photos at 10:00-11:00. See you there! BAREFOOT JOURNEYS: THE Heart of Communication weekend retreat, Dec. 6:1-5pm, Dec. 7: 10am5pm. ‘The Warrior of the Heart’ opening to integrity, courage, and intimacy, one conversation at a time. ManiStone Centre, Baker St. Nelson. For more information re Shayla and this retreat, visit www.barefootjourneys.net. or call 352.7908.

DENTAL RECEPTIONIST REQUIRED. A/R, A/P, people-oriented person, exceptional organization skills. Pay negotiable, experience an asset. 199 Saltspring Way, Saltspring BC, V8K 2G2 or call 250-537-1400. A DISCONNECTED PHONE? Cheap telephone reconnect! Very low rates, fast connections. Internet and long distance offered. Special holiday discounts! Call now. Phone Factory Reconnect 1-877-336-2274; www.phonefactory.ca. BENCHMARK PLUMBING AND Heating requires journeyman experienced plumber. Fax resume to 780-7786954. Will pay based on years of experience verses years of school. Closing date Dec. 12/08. Whitecourt, AB. REACH 2.5 MILLION READERS in BC and the Yukon through Community Classifieds. Contact ads@bccommunitynews.com or 1-866-669-9222. www.bccommunitynews.com NELSON EARLY CHILDHOOD ADVISORY COUNCIL is seeking an Event and Fundraising Coordinator for a spring Interactive Family Fair. For more information go to the Family Fair Coordinator link at www.successby6wk. com Send letter of interest with resume to childrenfirst@thekoop.ca. Deadline Dec. 8

STOLEN FROM CIVIC Arena- Blue Kona hardtail mountain bike. Red forks. If found, please call 354-3993

M I N O LTA D I M AG E X I DIGICAMERA, topline 2003. Fullfeatured, tiny pocketcam. Easy/intuitive, all books/software, extra batteries. $100. 551-5683. RENOVATION ITEMS ; ceiling/light fan , railing with posts. 825-4399 DIGITAL SONY 5.1 Home Theatre Receiver, 6oo watts, lightly used, perfect condition, $150, ph: 352-2823. VITAMASTER TREADMILL $100.00. Good condition. 354-4014 CANOPY FOR 2004 dakota duadcab $300 new inversion table $160 air compressor $40 250-365-5608 HEATER, DESK, RANDOM cabinet doors. KHY 352-0327 WOOL COMFORTER 72” x 86”. New 1/3 H.P. Electric Motor, hand seeder, Teck cable connectors, oil furnace pump motors, furnace oil nozzles, 200 amp fuses. 250-359-7443 CARGO TRAILER. LARGE 2006 “Hercules” by Homesteader. 16’x8’x8’8” (interior). Dual axle, Side Door, $4700 Phone-250-352-2531. FIREWOOD, SPLIT, DELIVERED, all species, dry, $200-$300/chord. Free estimates for tree removal. 5517833 or 352-6662 BEAUTIFUL LADIES COCKTAIL ring 14k yellow gold, set with twenty .03 carat diamonds and two AAA quality sapphires. Size 5 Appraised $1300 will let go for $600. 250-505-5337 ARC-TERYX JACKET, MENS, medium, two winters, good condition. $250, Ian 354-3854 NEW ZEALAND MERLOT, yummy plummy. Make sure you preorder your Selection Limited Edition before Dec 7. Art Of Brewing, 614 Railway Street, 352-3711. NEW ZEALAND Gewurztraminer, tropical aromatic. Preorder your Selection Limited Edition before Dec 7. Art Of Brewing, 614 Railway St., 352-3711 NEVER WORN M/C BOOTS redwings 7/8 mens new $230 asking $175 great Xmas gift 250-354-5362 POTTERY KICK WHEEL.$80 OBO. Approx. 200lbs. dried clay. Cone 810. $80 OBO 250-229-5406 27” WESTINGHOUSE TV, excellent working condition, plus near-new DVD player $125. 229-2355 FOR SALE: NEW 2 ft x 4 ft skylight with flashing (still in box). $100 call 250-352-0902 HEARTLAND 30” GAS/PROPANE stove, high-end antique looking appliance 5 yrs old, must sell, make an offer. 250-354-7646

Christmas Craft Faires NELSON HOLIDAY MARKET. Saturday Dec. 13th, Nelson Community Complex, Concourse level. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 40 vendors. A great chance for holiday fun! Contact Brenton 250-352-3539. TRAIL’S ANNUAL CRAFT FAIR AND BAKE SALE Friday, December 5th (4pm - 9pm) Saturday, December 6th (9am - 4pm) held at St. Michaelís School Gymnasium. $2 Admission Fee, Under 12 Free. Call Julia at 367-7941 to Book a Table 4TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY Sale at private studio of Christine Dell. New works in porcelain by Christine Dell, Diane Burt and Callie Chatten. 703 Silica St. D SHOP LOCAL! BEV’S hemp-oil soap will be at Kootenay Artisans Market/Carnival (Rod & Gun Club), Dec 5-7, Gifts under $5! THE FACTORY CHRISTMAS Boutique needs artisans. 11th,12th,13th,14th of Dec.Call Melissa at 505-3829 to book table.

Computers NEW LOADED COMPUTER ONLY $29.99/month! EVERYONE’S APPROVED*. MDG Desktop right to your doorstep from only $29.99/ month: Intel Processor, 2 GB RAM, 500 GB HD, 22” LCD Flat Panel, Windows Vista and loads of Software, or 15.4” Notebook! IN-HOUSE FINANCING (*Call for conditions) 1800-236-2504. KASPERSKY 2009 ANTI-VIRUS one year instalment $20. 250-5055583 BLUETOOTH U.S.B. P.C. adapter. Connect your pc wirelessly to any Bluetooth device. $20. 354-2837

Events COMPANY EVENTS WITH Malicounda Dance Malicounda’s unique approach fosters collaboration and harmony among teams through the magic of drumming. The beat of the drum is an universal language. It can be used to overcome barriers and increase productivity at work. Whether it ‘s for an internal meeting, a company picnic, an industry conference or a fundraiser, our event planners will work with you to craft the perfect team building event. Malicounda will bring the drums, dancers and facilitators. Get ready to feel energized, relaxed and inspired. Info.: 250-352-5456, www. malicoundadance.com

Free FOR YOUR FREE Regal catalogue call Gail@ 250-352-4620 CANON PC5L PHOTO-COPIER, needs minor repair. Ph. Ken 250352-0136 LOOKING FOR PULL-OUT daybed, free or cheap. Also need portable dishwasher. Thanks. 250-352-9445 2 TOYOTA LE van seats. One 2 seater and one bench that folds down into bed. Good condition. 250-359-6842

Furniture MOVING SOLID OAK 3-drawer TV armoire, like new. $350 firm. 250825-9310 BLUE TWIN METAL frame bunkbeds with ladder and 1 good mattress. Asking $100. Ph. 250.354.0207 BLUE CUSTOM MADE sofa and two chairs $400, blue floral antique loveseat $350 229-4544 DRESSER $75, CHINA cabinet $150,speakers $30, love seat $125, microwave/stand $35,Sanyo stereo $35, turntable 359-7756

Health & Fitness NORDIC TRACK. MEDALIST edition pro skier with digital work out monitor 229-5380, 354-3636 FREE SPIRIT HOME gym from Sears. $399 new, asking $150. 359-7499 GIVE THE GIFT OF WELLNESS! Healing treatments, detox foot baths, nutritional counselling, past life regression and life readings. Gift certificates available from internationally renowned healer, Addie Strasser, B.A., H.T.P., H.N.C. 250-352-9445 NEW INVERTEKK INVERSION table $160 compressor c/w 7gal tank $40 call 250-365-5608 BEGINNER’S THAI CHI for Health and well being. Symmetrical yang style. Single or small groups. 250359-0193. flicker45@hotmail.com

Help Wanted REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY CLASS 1 drivers for chip and log haul. Log haul will run until approximately March 31. Must be willing to operate with a cross shift as trucks work double shift. Successful applicants must come prepared for a full season. Accommodations are provided. Paying top wages. Must have minimum 2 years driving experience with on and off hiway hauling. Fax resume with current drivers abstract to Dan Bloomfield 780-523-5910 or Keith Branting 780-523-5422 at Buchanan Lumber in High Prairie, Alberta. Only successful applicants will be contacted.

KOOTENAY ASSOCIATION FOR Science & Technology (KAST) Contract Posting Business Mentoring & Coaching Program Coordinator Responsible for the organization, coordination and monitoring of KASTís mentoring and business coaching services. The Coordinator will work independently from either a home or business office, in close contact with KASTís Executive Director. Part time based (est. 30 hours a week) 8 month contract (extension possible). Start Date: December 2008 as soon as candidate is available Preferred Qualifications 1. Relevant experience and/or education 2. Ability to work independently; meet project schedules, time lines and budgets 3. Excellent interpersonal and team skills 4. Strong verbal and written communications and reporting skills 5. Strong research skills 6. Small business insight and acumen 7. Valid BC driverís license and access to a vehicle 8. Excellent computer skills, including Office applications (Word, Excel), Internet applications and email How to Apply: Resumes & cover letters can be mailed to KAST at Box 119, Rossland, BC, V0G 1Y0 or emailed to kelvin@kast.com. Closing Date: December 8, 2008 NELSON FOOD CUPBOARD Society seeking Coordinator for 1 yr maternity leave with possibility to extend. Necessary skills: grant writing, event planning, public speaking, management experience, writing and computer skills. Bookkeeping skills an asset. Salary commensurate with experience. View full job description at www.foodcupboard.org Deadline for application: January 5, 2009. Email resume to: tlpowell@shaw.ca or mail to: NFCS, 602 Silica St, Nelson, BC V1L 4N1

Home & Garden FARMALL CUB TRACTOR with Factory Wagner loader, sickle bar mower with extra blade, and snow chains. $2750 Runs well, new battery starts in cold weather 250-352-3248

TAKEN FROM MAZDA truck on Ft.Shep Dr. 15” tire. P265R15 with alloy rim. If found call 250-352-9847 LOST GLASSES AROUND Walmart. Please call 250-825-9692

Misc. for Sale A FREE TELEPHONE SERVICE - Get Your First Month Free. Bad credit, don’t sweat it. No deposits. No credit checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines today toll-free 1-866-884-7464. AMAZING RELIEF THE first night! Restless Leg Syndrome and leg cramps gone. Sleep deeply, safe with medication, proven results guaranteed! www.allcalm.com. 1-800-765-8660. ADD AND SAVE on home phone reconnection. Bad credit - no problem! Up to $30. off for new customers, plus lower monthly rates! Call Tembo 1-877-266-6398 or sign up online www.tembo.ca. VINYL RECORDS BUY, sell, trade. 1000s to choose from. 226-6783 JOTUL F100 WOODSTOVE. Used two winters. $900OBO. Old Jotul, good for workshop/garage $200 OBO. 359-7774 WASHER & DRYER exellent condition moving must sell 250-352-1621 TWO COMPUTER DESKS, Golf Irons(right), Stereo Cabinet, Child Gates, Computor, scanner, 2 printers, TV-229-4687 HOUSEHOLD HUMIDIFIER $75. De-humidifier $150. 352-7729 SOUTH AFRICAN CABERNET SAUVIGNON, black fruit and bold tannins. Preorder your Selection Limited Edition before Dec 10. Art Of Brewing, 614 Railway St, 352-3711 FRENCH ALSATIAN RIESLING, honey and apple with a perfume of blossoms. Preorder your Selection Limited Edition before Dec 10. Art Of Brewing, 614 Railway St, 352-3711 2 WOOD DOORS; 32”+80” 8panel, 29”+77”c/w passkey lock white knobs. $80.ea 250-359-7501 2-22’ LENGTH STEEL I-Beams. 20’ x 3’ illuminated sign. 3’ x 5’ illuminated sign, both sides with 18’ pole and concrete base. 250-352-8859. COOKBOOKS - OLD and New - 25 cents to $5 Magazines - ie: Canadian Living, Oprah. Martha Stewart - 250520-7144 CHAMPION JUICER $225, couch/ chair $150, dehumidifier $90 Phone 250-608-0094 X-MAS WREATH, HAND crafted, 22-24” in diameter, $15 Must be seen. 250-352-6762 INHERITED LIKE NEW heavyduty kenmore washer & dryer $600. Dishwasher $250. Professional home gym & weights, sacrafice $750. 250825-9542 20’ SUNRAY INFRARED gas overhead garage heater. Propane or natural gas. 75,000 BTU 600.00 (new 1400.00) 354-3636 LADIES FUR STOLE, good quality. Hot Wheels station and some track. 250-352-6482 after 5 p.m. WOODSTOVE $150, SMALL truck canopy $100, winter tires 215/75/R15 almost new on rims $200. 359-7670 1,000 GALLON DIESEL stand tank with stand. Good condition. $300 352-9572 MINI GAS BOILER & gas hot water tank, ex cond, $550 for both. 229-2353 FOR SALE 21” color television, good working order. $50. 250-359-8103 NDCC 1 MONTH pass - $50 Summit Gym 3 month pass - $140 Swingers Punch Pass - $50 OBO 352-1376 GAS FIREPLACE FREE standing Bvent , ivory 30,000 BTU $500 354-1188

NEVER WORN M/C boots redwings 7/8 mens new $230 asking $175 great xmas gift 250-354-5362 AWESOME SIMS BINDINGS, with a hardly worn pair of women’s size 6 reichle snowboard boots $150, jennie 354-7812 NEW BOXED 8-1/2 inch heavy gram sterling silver bracelet $65. Jade earrings $25. 354-1192 TWO LOCALLY MADE satin dresses, worn once. one is white w spaghetti straps and a plunge back, full skirt, $150; the other has a cream strapless top with a six color paneled skirt, $200. Either would be fantastic as a grad dress. they were made for me and will sit someone of similar dimensions, 5’1”, 110lbs, chest 32”. Jennie 354-7812

Misc. Wanted ALL FRIDGE FRIDGE,PLASTIC carport,travel guides for Indonesia and Central & South America,exterior french doors, 355-2269 ROOM DIVIDERS WANTED for Non-Profit day program. 352-0867

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Misc. Wanted STATIONARY EXERCISE BIKE. loan needed for physio. 352-9784 WANTED GARDEN TRACTOR implements sleeve or 3pt hitch 250357-2729 FREE AQUARIUMS AND or accessories for 10 year old who loves fish. thank you 250-505-9569 BATHTUB, LEFT HAND, no more than 29” wide and 60” long. Can be shorter. 250-359-6842 WORKSHOP SPACE REQUIRED with jointer, planer, tablesaw. Shortterm project building cabinet. Hourly rate? Larry 250-505-5856. SLIDE-IN ELECTRIC RANGE in good condition. Call 359-8078 WANTED- QUEEN BED frame and armoire. 250-551-1116. FREEZER BURNT MEAT. Have some you would like to get rid of? I make my dog food. 250-226-6796 USED METAL ROOFING wanted. 226-6796 WANTED: LEGO WANTED. Large, bulk sets preferred. Star Wars a plus. Call 250-227-9246.

Music & Dance CD & DVD DUPLICATION, direct to disc printing and graphic design located in Nelson: www.shortyburns. com 352-BURN(2876) LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED, reliable musician/singer for original rock and cool covers, guitar, keyboards. 365-7776

Personals

Services

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DATING SERVICE. LONG-TERM/ SHORT-TERM relationships, free calls! 1-866-512-8367. Exchange voice messages, voice mailboxes 1866-573-0914. Live adult casual conversations -1on1, 1-866-522-7131. Meet on chat-lines. Local single ladies 1-866-512-9083 (18+).

$500$ LOAN SERVICE, by phone, no credit refused, quick and easy, payable over 6 or 12 installments. Toll Free: 1-877-776-1660. 0$ ARE YOU SINKING IN DEBT? 1st, 2nd & 3rd Mortgages - Bruised Credit Bank Turndowns - Debt Consolidation - Refinancing - Power of Sale - Past Bankrupt - Home Renovations. We can lend a Hand. www.canadalend. com. Toll-free 1 (866) i CAN LEND (1-866-422-6536) CALL NOW!

AVAILABLE 24/7 SNOWPLOWING service. Book now for your snow plow needs. 250-505-3877 CLARITY CLEANING - Value! Experience! Thoroughness! Quality! Eco-friendly products. Dyson vacuum. Abundant excellent references. Available weekly, bi-weekly, holidays, whenever! Have 4x4. Reduce stresscall Amanda 250-352-2607 or 1-250617-9677 K O O T E N AY CLEAN HOUSEKEEPING offers experienced, caring service from Nelson to Slocan Valley. Call Rachel 226-6776 DOMESTIC DIVAS IS here with quality insured services. Animal care, artwork, baking, bodywork, catering, childcare, construction, clean-up, deliveries, errands, housecleaning, home organizing, landscaping, painting, reception, sewing repairs, tile setting & design, yard clean-up. Call 505-4691. EXPERIENCED TUTOR IN Nelson. Grades 4-12. Math, chemistry, sciences, essay writing. Call Scott 1250-276-4508.

SKATE SKI PACKAGE, Ficher RCS skis 197cm, Spectra Carbon poles, Race Skate Pilot boots size 13, all excellent condition. $600. 250-5514469 2 COVE MOUNTAIN bikes for sale. Shocker and Hustler both new parts. Call for details. 250-509-0426. NEW! 203 CM Rossignol X Country Skiis, never been used. $130. With SNS bindings $195 352-7764. TELEMARK SCARPA SKI boots made of leather with bindings.Good conditon Woman size 7.5.Asking $200.352-5456 BUMPER POOL TABLE for sale. Best offer. Call Adam or Aniko 250505-5076. NEW HEAD SKI boots, size-6 1/2,$150; ATOMIC ski boots, size5,$75; 140cm ATOMIC skis w/bindings, $75. 250-825-4413. VOLKL MANTRA 188 with LookDH binding $500, 168 Volkl Karma/G3 Binding/G3 skins $600,Garmont Dynamite AT boots 27MP $200, M-8/9 ScarpaT2 $200, 188 Head Monster with Tyrolia Bindings $100, 180 Volkl explosives with dynafit bindings $550. Call 250-355-0035 for details YOUTH SKIS & BINDINGS: 127 Head Madtrix $75. 100 Rossignol Cobra $60. Good condition. 354-2019 SNOWBOARD, PRIOR KHYBER 170cm, excellent condition. $340. 250-551-4469. K2 SNOWBOARD BOOTS, women’s size 7-8 $100 obo 250-825-9985

YAMAHA FG-180 ACOUSTIC guitar, excellent condition, with case, $150. Phone 250-352-7035.

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YAMAHA MS-100DR ELECTRONIC drum monitor, fits Roland kits, manual, excellent condition, $500 365-3538

IF YOU COULD talk to the animals! Study Animal Health Technology at NAIT, Fairview, Alberta campus. Oncampus residences and full working farm, large and small animals. September, 2009. 1-888-999-7882.

FOR SALE! VIPER ELECTRIC GUITAR plus 10W amp, case, strap, whammy bar, new strings. $300obo. 505-9943 THOMAS PLAYMATE ORGAN, double keyboard, excellent shape with pedals and internal rhythem box $500. 250-229-4415 FRIENDS OF CLASSICAL MUSIC informal listening and/or participatory soirees for music aficionados. 250505-5583

Pets & Livestock

RAT CAGE. LIKE new. 104X52cm. $75. 354-4296. BIRDCAGES FOR SALE! Mainly for smaller birds. One suitable for a larger bird. Call 250-354-4546. 20 GALLON FISH Tank. Completely setup. Fish/filters and all accessories. No Cycling! 250-505-5875

DIAL-A-LAW OFFERS GENERAL information on a variety of topics on law in BC. 604-687-4680 (Lower Mainland) or 1.800.565.5297 (Outside LM); www.dialalaw.org (audio available).Lawyer Referral Service matches people with legal concerns to a lawyer in their area. Participating lawyers offer a 30 minute consultation for $25 plus tax. Regular fees follow once both parties agree to proceed with services. 604-687-3221 (Lower Mainland) or 1.800.663.1919 (Outside LM). ORCA TRUCK FOR HIRE. Will do dump runs, moving, etc. Patrick 5050612

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2005 SUZUKI KING Quad 700, Winch, New 26” Mudwiser tires, heated grips. $5500 OBO 250-359-6970 STREET LEGAL, 2003 Honda XR 400, $3000 obo. Call 250-505-4530.

Boats & Marine BRAND NEW 46 foot Aft Cabin Motor Yacht. Sleeps 6. Shared usage & expenses. Professionally managed. Call 604-657-9739 for more info. 30’ HOUSE BOAT, 50hp outboard mercury 30’ pontoon boat $25,000.00 for both 250-551-0884

Cars 1984 VW VANAGON. Good running condition. $3200 obo. 250-505-2015 2002 SUBARU OUTBACK, winter package, winter & summer tires included. 76000k. FSH. $12990 obo. 352-5337 91 CHEVY SPRINT- Rebuilt engine, new exhaust system,battery & Tires. $2000 Ph.250-229-4644 2005 SUBARU OUTBACK: 61,000km, 5sp, AWD wagon, green, many features, clean, winter tires, $19,700. 250-354-1241 1988 ARIES FOR parts. Drivable. New fuel pump, computer, good tires. $500 obo Call 352-5695 ‘91 MAZDA PROTEGE, needs some work. Great car, starts/runs well. With winter tires. $600 250-229-5204 1984 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS Supreme, 90,400km, good condition, passed safety in July, $1800 obo. gmurray@hotmail.co.uk, 519-878-2103

Sleds/Bikes 50CC ATV LIKE new xmas idea? ages 6-12 $700 obo 352-6515 STEEL SLED DECK $700.96 680 Polaris $1500. 3 old Artice Cats $350 each. Ph. 357-2087 1987 POLARIS STAR 250cc. Good condition. Call 250-354-5353 (cell) or message 250-359-1389.

Tires/Parts/Other CANOPY FROM 2004 Dakota quadcab $300. Call 250-365-5608 WINTER TIRES ON Nissan rims, P215/75 2 Hankook studded, 2 Cooper. $250. 250-226-7874. H.D. 2-QUAD OR snow machine trailer with ramps, 7x8 rubber covered deck, 14” wheels. 250-825-4206 MICHELLIN X-ICE SNOW TIRES: 225-60-16 Only 2 months wear,bought wrong size. cost $750, asking $500. 250-352-9977 8000-LB WARN WINCH $200. 2-14’ Toyota aluminum rims 5 on 4 1/4, $50. Ph 352-7962 WINTER TIRES 2 New 205/75R15 $80 4 195/65R15 on rims for vw Golf good shape $400 825-9492 SET OF 4 lock nuts w/key & washers (12x1.5mm), 1/2” deep, excellent condition, $10, Castlegar, 365-3538 WINTER TIRES. 265/75 R16. Good tread, good deal. 175.00 352-9630 WINTER TIRES 195-70R-14 like new. Set of four, $200 O.B.O. 250352-2552. P185/70R14, 4 HANKOOK studded winter tires, Great shape tread 80% or more, $150, 505-1174 SET OF FOUR winter tires 215-70-16 Used 2 winters, Lots of tread left. Phone 352-6221

Trailers OVER 200 NEW & used motorhomes, diesel pushers, 5th wheels, trailers, vans, campers. Total RV Centre. Special RV financing. Since 1984, Voyager RV - Hwy 97, Winfield BC. 1800-668-1447, www.VoyagerRV.ca.

Trucks/SUVs/Vans 93 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER...GOOD shape, roof racks, nice stereo. $1800obo or trade for 4x4. june 3520974.

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Trucks/SUVs/Vans Trucks/SUVs/Vans 1994 F150XL 4X4 SB 5.8L auto, canopy, new tires, excellently maintained $4500 250-878-2994 1984 VW VANAGON. Good running condition. 1.9 litre automatic. $3200. obo Call 250-505-2015 ‘97 TOYOTA T-100 4x4, ext. cab, canopy, truck rack, 4 extra mounted tires, $10,500. exc cond. 250-352-3860 1989 TOYOTA 4X4 longbox. solid frame, lots new, 158K mexibox, good tires. $2500 obo 250-551-0392 1992 PATHFINDER 4-WHEEL drive standard. Newish Michlin all-season radials, cd player $2700. 250-2294782 Ainsworth 2000 JEEP GRAND Cherokee, Fully Loaded, Well Maintained, Low Kms, MUST SALE!! 9,900obo 551-1321 98 DODGE 4X4 3/4-ton manual, with canopy $7300 obo 250-354-3187 2002 GMC 3/4-TON Supercab, longbox, tow package, automatic, 4x4 6-liter A.T.C. 250-352-2051 1998 EXPLORER 4WD, excellent, full load, NO RUST, V6, auto, 8 mounted tires, receipts, $4750. 250505-2139 1994 JEEP GRAND Cherokee LTD.4L, 6cyl., auto, alloys, hidden hitch, 200.000 km, incl. three-bikerack, $4300, 250-226-7716 1992 PATHFINDER, STANDARD 4 wheel drive, newish Michelin allseason radials, CD player. $2200. 250-229-4782 Ainsworth. 2002 LEXUS RX300 suv, 130kms, black w/tan leather, fully loaded, 2 sets tires 250-509-1918 1993 ISUZU TROOPER 4x4 SUV. asking $1000 -333 km, runs well, winters 359-7920 1993 ISUZU TROOPER 4x4 SUV. asking $1000 -333 km, runs well, winters 359-7920 1993 CHEV ASTRO 203,600 km. Was $1800, needs alt. now $1400 obo. Ex. cond. otherwise. Tinted windows, ex. tires. 82 Chev-510 Pick-up 4spp. L. box. Needs minor repairs. 85 parts truck, runs $995 obo both. G.E. profile dryer $200 obo. Kenmore portable dishwasher $150 obo. 352-6983

Psychic Readings PSYCHIC READINGS WITH Rubiyah Ratna, BFA.,MFA., clairsentient, teacher and reader of energy and tarot cards. 30 years. 229-4042

1991 YJ $2865 hard top, 4X4, 200,000 km papashango50@hotmail.com 2004 JEEP LIBERTY 4x4 Columbia series, AC, sunroof, new tires, CD, khaki w/black leather. $12K 250-551-1003 1993 JEEP GRAND Cherokee. 220k. Loaded. Needs starter. Winters and all seasons included. 1500obo. 354-2837 1991 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5. 6cylinder, standard, 242,000km, excellent condition. second owner. Must sell $6200obo. (250)551-1230. 2003 NISSAN PATHFINDER low kms, loaded, great condition $9,999 obo! 250-551-0927 1977 DODGE CAMPER Van, $600 o.b.o., (250)-359-7497, seeddesigninc@hotmail.com 1999 GMC JIMMY 4X4, excellent shape, always maintained, one owner, all records, $4500, 359-7248 1988 DODGE DAKOTA 4x4 short box runs great call 250-505-5006 after 5:00pm 1990 TOYOTA 4X4 P.U. Ext.Cab. Rust free, inspected, 225,000km, 8000lb winch (newly rebuilt), box liner, tool box. $7500.00. OBO 354-3636 1991 TOYOTA TOWNACE Royal Lounge, AWD, 2.0L Turbo Diesel, Automatic, Right-hand drive, 55,000km, exc.cond. $10,900. 250442-5531

Spirituality FLOWER OF LIFE Workshop Dec. 27-30, Registrations by Dec 5. Sacred Geometry, Mer-Ka-Ba Meditation, Heart openings. www.floweroflife.org Dania KalTara 250-354-0413

Sports Equip. USED ATOMIC DOWNHILL skis+bindings poles. Made in Austria. Approx. 5 ft. length. 35.00 352-6274. Dominique. SCARPA T2 TELEMARK Ski Boots Size 11-12 Good Condition $200 ph 250-354-0323 BLACK DIAMOND KILOWATT 185cm w/ Dynafit Vertical ST binding & Skins to fit. Used twice! $850 obo BOND FUSION SNOWBAORD, Rossignol- Ratchet Bindings and Airwalk boots size 7 $75. 229-5796 after 4

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SKI BOOT DALBELLO Custom MXDiva, used once. Size 7 ladies, $250. 825-0168 eves or 352-5775 days

CHEERFUL CARPENTER SEEKS small renovation and fix-it up projects, painting. Call Nathan Hume at 825-4482 AVAILABLE FOR LABOUR work, including heavy lifting, gutters, snowplowing, roofs. Red Seal Chef certified - can do cooking and cleaning. Brooke 250-505-0475 WILL PICK UP your recyclables; popcans, beer bottles, glass, tin, and plastic. No paper or garbage. Call 250-505-5452 or 250-505-9287. TWO GUYS AND A TRUCK renovations, landscape, stone work, decks, big jobs, small jobs. Call Eli 250-5519187 Eric 250-505-4592

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BRIMMING WITH POTENTIAL 4 bedroom, 2 bath home in good uphill neighbourhood with in-law suite. Recently upgraded heat and electric. $299,900 Call Trevor@NelsonRealty. ca 250-354-8409 CHARMING SALMO HOME in quiet neighbourhood close to schools and shopping. Many recent upgrades $184,900 Call Trevor@NelsonRealty. ca 250-354-8409 WATERFRONT TUDOR HOME with vaulted ceilings and generous room sizes. Bonus guest cottage could be vacation rental. $859,000 Call Trevor@NelsonRealty.ca 250-354-8409 THINKING OF SELLING? Get a FREE, no obligation market evaluation of your home. Call Trevor@NelsonRealty.ca 354-8409 3 QUIET ACRES in Pass Creek. Level, new well, forest setting, owner financing, $125,000. 365-1080. FAIRVIEW. 3 BEDROOMS,1.5 bathrooms,gas fireplace, high beamed ceilings, garage, patio off kitchen, large corner lot. 352-5856.

PARK LIKE SETTING 1 acre just outside of Salmo. Older 2 bedroom mobile and 22 x 40 shop. $189,900 Call Trevor@NelsonRealty.ca 250354-8409 HERITAGE IN THE HEART OF TOWN! Spacious 4 bedroom home on an easy care lot. A must see! $299,900 Call Trevor@NelsonRealty. ca at 250-354-8409 FOR SALE BY Owner: recently remodeled 3 bdrm home + 2 bdrm suite, 4 blocks from Baker, www. millstreetnelson.com NELSON HERITAGE HOME, zoned commercial/residential. $250,000. phone carol 250-352-9150 or paul 250-229-4338 MOBILE HOME, 12X68, two bedroom, close to Nelson, covered deck, must see, $27,000. 250-509-0887

LARGE LAKEVIEW HOME on 2 acres. Redfish area. $250,000.00 private sale. Christopher 250.505.4285 REPOSSESSED PRE-FAB HOMES! Save 50%+! Canada manufacturer’s USA order cancellations. Brand new 1260SF pre-engineered package originally $29,950., liquidation $14,975.! Other sizes - sacrifice prices! Green-R-Panel Building Systems: 1-800-871-7089. FALL/SPRING DELIVERY AVAILABLE!

1 ACRE PARK-LIKE setting just North of Salmo. Older 2 bedroom mobile with 22 x 40 shop. A must-see! $189,900 Trevor@NelsonRealty.ca 250-354-8409

House Sitting PROFESSIONAL COUPLE WITH baby, clean, responsible, honest, will care for house and pets until end of January. References. 250-352-6741

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HUGE 3BDRM HERITAGE apt. for sublease from Dec/Jan to July 1. 1500 inclusive. 250-505-8425 3 BEDROOM FULLY furnished house in Nelson. Bright, modern, yard, W/D, all appliances. $1800 5054447 Dec15 3 BEDROOM FARMHOUSE in Procter. Recently renovated, wood floors, quiet and private. $850/month Rentals@NelsonRealty.ca 250-352-2100 2 & 3 BEDROOM SUITES in Fruitvale. Recently renovated, heat & hot water included. Close to Trail. $750/$900 per month. Rentals@NelsonRealty. ca 250-352-2100

SWM SEEKING A single bedroom or bachelor suite, model collector and pencil artist, call 505-0146 MATURE MAN REQUIRES affordable accomodation. Nelson area. Quiet, responsible, handy. References available. Dennis 250-505-1946

AVAILABLE MID-JANUARY. 1 bedroom suite near hospital, includes utilities, shared entry, N/S, N/P, N/ C, no drugs. Quiet, mature, helpful lodger sought. 250-352-3400 DEC 1ST. FURNISHED 2-bdrm. Garden. HW floors. Washer, (no dryer). $780/month + util. teremka_ 20@yahoo.com or 250-885-1786 PRIVATE, CLEAN MOBILE home SINGLE OFFICE FOR rent in herion Bonnington acreage. Nonsmoking. tage house on Vernon Street. Share Available January 1. $850/month. 359with an environmental consulting firm. 7367 or somethingsomething@shaw.ca $450 per month including heat & light. Ph Julia 250-505-5470 Ext. 4501 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT in Fairview Dec. 1st. Clean, quiet, on bus route. $600 plus utilities. 825-9282 2 BEDROOM SUITE. Lower Fairview. 900 sq.ft. Newly renovated. NELSON FAMILY LOOKING to NS/NP. Available Jan 1. $850+Gas. house sit over the holidays. Cabin250-505-1174. like with fire place 250 352-5990 UPHILL LARGE WELL maintained MATURE EXPERIENCED COUPLE house - $1,400. Available immedifrom Nelson New-Zealand housately. Phone 250.505.1387 day or esitting houseswap option Feb 250.352.1761 evenings. March. Contact here Noel:399-4814 zanahe@herenow.co.nz 1-BDRM SUITE DECEMBER 1-April 2009. Off-street parking, bus routes. RENT WANTED AT Amber or Silver $650 includes utilities. No pets or Bay condo. 250-505-9458 smokers. 250-352-7976 RESPONSIBLE MAN 30’S, requires CUTE 1 BDRM house on shared propa room, suite for $400 inclusive or erty in Harrop. Available Jan 1st $700/ tent space. Brooke 250-505-0475. month +utilities Call 250-229-4158 MATURE CONSIDERATE FEMALE QUIET, CONTIENTIOUS, NONrequires affordable accomodation SMOKING female to share 2 bedwithin city limits. Helpful, clean, room suite available Dec 1,15th or respectful, knowledgeable. Cynthia Jan1 $400 inclusive 352-5250 Jen 250-352-9876 �� 2 BEDROOM, SPACIOUS new suite. 2 GIRLZ SEEK sep. apts. 1 new in � �� N/S, N/P. Vegetarians prefered. No town. will pay 500 call 250-777-0051 parties. 250-352-1826 coco/randie � �� LOOKING FOR A responsible roomURGENTLY NEEDED 6 MNTHS mate to share a small 2 bdmn house. pregnant n/s n/d n/p $800 max incl. �� $500/mth, + utilities. 250-354-3425 utl. I’m responsible, clean and I’m erintj@hotmail.com very helpful. 250-777-0306

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Shared Accom. ROOM FOR NON SMOKER. Must be clean & tidy. $375 Bob 352-6317 BEDROOM IN SHARED house. Looking for someone into health and well being. $500, Judy 250-3523319 IN CASTLEGAR, SHORT term rental. Furnished bedroom shared kitchen, bathroom. 150/wk Utilities inc. 304-7806 DEC.1ST, PRIVATE BEDROOM w/ bath, bright, comfortable, spacious, lakeside, w/d, hi-speed, Northshore, 6-mile), $450.00 util.inc. 250-8250126 EASYGOING PROF FEMALE looking to share fully furnished 2bdrm/2 bath 1/2dupex fr. Baker Jan 1, 2009. 250-551-0076 ROOM TO RENT in large country home available Dec 1, Rob 250-3579249 1 OR 2 roomate wanted. Beautiful house on lake, 1 Km North Shore. 2 suites with share bathroom & kitchen W/D & Hot tub. Dec-May. $500/$700. + fire wood. Call:250-505-9385 LOOKING FOR ONE person to share uphill house. $450 month plus utilities & deposit. 250-354-4733.

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NOTHIN’ BUT BEACH

5 bedroom + office, 3.5 bath executive 4 bedrm., 1.5 bath home on 50 x 120 Ownership in corporate shares at Creshome on just over 1 acre, 10 minutes corner lot in Uphill, featuring hardwood cent Beach development. Exclusive use to downtown Nelson in sunny setting. floors, wood-burning fireplace, double of site. Private slip in marina, 5th wheel phone, fax or email with any changes or an approval. 2 fireplaces, attached garage and pre- carport, storage shed, sundeck & gar- trailer as-new condition on serviced site. mium workshop. Finished on 3 levels. den area. Quick possession available. Share in common areas, & beach.

$149,000

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BRADERWOOD CONDO

Outstanding 3 bed. 3 bath. view condominium in quality development. Gas fireplace, large deck, fully equipped kitchen. 2 bed. on main & 1 in finished lower level with a total of 2600 sq. ft.

$435,000

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HOMES & GARDENS Making basements comfortable and safe

I’m planning on develbasement. For example if a oping my basement. What carpet is installed over the issues do I need to plan concrete slab, this acts as • Is there enough headroom? The building code requires 2.1 metres for? I’ve heard about and an insulating blanket lowerminimum. Is there any tolerance for slightly less headroom? read horror stories of fining the temperature of the • Are you creating a bedroom? If so, plan on installing a window large ished basements containconcrete, so it is possible enough for someone to escape in the event of a fire. The code ing mould and damaged that the temperature will requirement here is an unobstructed opening of 380 millimetres and finishes due to moisture. I be close to, or at the dew 0.35 metres square of window area. do not want to go through point during some times of the work and expense to the year. Bill Lynch, Paul Muntak have the same problem in The moisture then con& Dale Olinyk Now moving on from or your contractor prior to ture issues are a high prithe end. denses under the carpet Many people think that creating an excellent breed- moisture issues we’ll turn the start of the job so you ority to deal with before finishing their basement is drained soils” concrete has ing ground for moulds. our attention toward the can plan for any unfore- you put in the time and the same as finishing any a relatively high moisture When you have analyzed building code. You will need seen issues before you com- expense of developing your basement. This will ensure other room in the house. content, which means that your basement for moisture the appropriate permits to mence your renovation. The typical bitumous a comfortable and dry living This is not the case, as base- it is never really dry. coming in and you under- accomplish the renovation ments are below ground In unfinished basements stand exactly what you for any building, plumb- “damp-proofing” does not space, it will also be much level. the moisture evaporates want to achieve for your ing, and wiring that is to be keep our basements “water- easier on your pocket book proof”, so ensure that mois- to do right, and do it once. In turn the ground con- into the air, so when walls, finished basement, you can done on the project. It may be a good idea tains moisture making ceilings, and floor finishes then make your basement water infiltration a con- are installed we can change into usable, finished space to talk to your local building inspection department stant threat. Even in “well the characteristics of the for just about any purpose. One Year Anniversary Bill, Paul and Dale are building consultants with Lynch Building Inspection Services Ltd. of Nelson. Send questions to express@expressnews.bc.ca. Archived copies of Home Front can be found at www.lynchinspection.com. Celebration & Holidaiy Soiree

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Ways to adjust the sense of space

People often ask how to make basements feel taller, or rooms with vaulted ceilings feel more intimate without drastically altering the structure of a home. A basement ceiling is often lower than a standard nine foot ceiling so paint it a light colour, preferably white, to reflect light and make it feel less cave-like. In overhead lights, use daylight spectrum fluorescents wherever possible. Think vertical lines when furnishing. Shelving should be tall and slender, rather than short and fat. If you have those peculiar little windows tucked up under the ceiling, barely peeking out above outside grade, install floor to ceiling drapery. It gives the impression of a taller

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space and, when drawn, implies grander windows lurk behind. At the other end of the spectrum is the large room with vaulted ceiling. It can feel like sitting at the base of an oversized

elevator shaft and about as cosy! One trick is to install horizontal wood trim around the room where the vertical walls of the room begin to angle inward, or at approximately nine feet above the floor. Paint or stain the trim to match other woodwork in the room. Paint the walls one colour but use a tone several shades darker for the lower portion. Immediately, the room will appear anchored and your eye will tend to stop at the wood trim level instead of gazing up to infinity. Light the space with wall sconces installed below the trim or use perimeter table and floor lamps. Install a ceiling fan to push the heat down. By focusing attention

Kate is an artist and designer offering in-home consultations to help clients create optimal living and working spaces. If you have design questions, you may contact Kate directly at kbridger@telus.net or 352-4653.

on the lower portion of the room, it feels more comfortable and less intimidating. Like dressing oneself to conceal a tummy, or enhance a waistline, you can dress your home to bring out its best features while minimizing its flaws.

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SPECTACULAR $599,900

Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of Kootenay Lake and Lakeside Park from the generous size covered deck. This well kept 2 bed, 2 bath property is centrally located with many bonus features such as; landscaped yard, gas fireplaces, cathedral ceiling.

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ALMOST NEW $399,500

On a large city lot, this 3 bedroom and 2 bath home has been lovingly renovated. Entirely new kitchen, re-done bathroom, wonderful covered deck and brand-new flooring. Other features: garage/workspace, woodstove, kid’s play area and extra parking.

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GET INTO IT $229,000

A charming 2 bedroom Uphill home is just the opportunity for a family trying to break into the Nelson market. Complimenting the home is a nice floor plan, original heritage features, hardwood floors and is finished off with some very vibrant paint colors.

A BARGAIN IN THE MARKET $259,000

This well kept 1/2 duplex is located in a well populated area located near schools and recreation. There are 3 levels of living area spread over almost 1600 sq feet. 3 bedrooms, full bath upstairs with main floor set up nicely for entertaining and dining.

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EXCEPTIONAL LANDSCAPING $759,000

Modest 4 bedroom 2 bath home, minutes from town, on a .53 acre property and offers 86’ of sandy waterfront with boat dock. Other surprises on the property include 2 car carport, workshop, large 2 car garage, storage room, gorgeous sun deck and a wonderful yard.

LOW MAINTANENCE LIFESTYLE $399,000

One of the nicest condo’s available in Amber Bay. This front corner unit offers great lake views and privacy from its 2nd floor location. The 1300sqft unit offers 2 bedrooms 2 full bathrooms, hardwood and tile flooring, in floor heat, patio, secure parking and more.

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