The Local Connector NW October 2 2024

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Pumpkin Cake

Ingredients

For the Pumpkin Cake:

2 cups all-purpose flour (240g)

2 teaspoons baking powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

1½ teaspoons ground ginger

¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg

1 teaspoon salt

1½ cups granulated sugar (300g)

1 15-ounce can pumpkin puree

1 cup vegetable oil (240mL)

4 large eggs

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

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For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

¾ cup unsalted butter room temperature, (170g)

8 ounces cream cheese room temperature, (226g)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract pinch of salt

3 cups powdered sugar sifted (360g)

Instructions:

For the Pumpkin Cake:

Preheat the oven to 350F. Butter and flour a 9x13-inch cake pan or spray with baking spray with flour.

In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together sugar, pumpkin, oil, eggs, and vanilla, until smooth. Pour into the flour mixture and stir together just until combined. Pour into the prepared cake pan.

Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few crumbs. Let cool completely on a wire rack.

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter until smooth. Add the cream cheese and beat on medium-low speed until the mixture is well combined, about 2 minutes. Scrape down the bowl as needed. Beat in the vanilla and salt.

With the mixer on low speed, slowly add in the powdered sugar. Once incorporated, increase the speed to medium and beat until light and fluffy, about 1 minute. Spread over the top of the cooled cake.

AGRICULTURAL

Laying Hens 4 sale a few months old $15 -20 each. Mother ben and chicks, and a rooster. 694-3228

LOST PETS

HOUSEHOLD / MISC ITEMS

Paint shaker. . . $200.00 OBO. Call 250692-6755 or 250-692-6767

Paint mixer (for General Paint, comes with some tint and approximately 90 gal of tintable paint, for darker colours)$400.00 OBO. Call 250-692-6755 or 250692-6767

20 foot shipping container. In good shape. $3500.00 Call 250-692-9464

Baby Items white crib converts to toddler bed 120.00, vtech toddler riding train 40.00,vtech toddler 3 wheeler 30.00,fisher price play and learn chair 40.00,little tykes play table with drawers 50.00,kidco travel bed 40.00,bright stars deluxe door jolly jumper 40.00 new,fisher price cheer for me potty new 50.00,bumbo booster seat 30.00,plastic safety gate 40.00,little tykes basketball net 30.00,fisher price laugh n learn crawl around car 50.00,pop n play ultamate play yard 60.00,car play mat 10.00,rocking horse 40.00,activity quilt 35.00,fisher price baby swing with music 65.00. call or text 250-692-9755

ELECTRONICS/MUSIC

Nokia 3 phone, 16GB with protective case. No scrapes or cracks. $50.00 New Hazelton 778-202-0740

Fotopro CT-4A tripod with Fotopro 53P ball head as new. New Hazelton $125.00 778-202-0740

CLOTHING

Burton snowboard pants size large good to new condition $located in Burns Lake call 250-692-0623

SPORTS EQUIPMENT

snow shoes $30 call 778-202-8764

CCM men's mountain bike has dual disk brakes and front suspension paid $700 asking $375 OBO call Ed at 250-643-9924

BUILDING SUPPLIES

Wood for Sale 1x4, 1x6, 1x8 1x10 - T&G paneling Birch, Cottonwood, Poplar - $3.00 bd ft 5/4 Fir T&G $3.50 bd ft 692-6745

AUTOMOBILES

2014 Chev Silverado 1500 LTZ GFX edition, fully loaded, 175000 New GM tranny at 162000 Rear brakes fall ‘23 (calipers, rotors , pads) Tonneau cover, spray in box liner and undercarriage, summer (American eagle black chrome) and winter rims and tires. Original owner, synthetic oil changes every 10-15k Asking 24000 OBO call 250-692-9849

2002 Toyota Rav 4, manual shift, comes with winter tires on rims, 364,000 km's, transmission replaced in 2020, asking $3500 call 250-692-3862

Polaris 2014 Skidoo Wide Track 1200 Miles $8000 847-4657

AUTO

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

trailer springs $120 call 778-2028764

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

34 socket set $150 call 778-2028764

1 inch socket set $200 call 778-2028764

BOATS

2011 Bayliner 185/BR. 190hp 4.3 mercruiser, very low running hours Swim grid, monster wakeboard tower, awesome stereo, great shape, Text for photos Asking $24500 OBO 250-692-9849

Wanted to buy 16 ft canoe with a keel prefer V-Stern phone 250-8457171 and leave message if no answer

RV’S/TRAVEL TRAILERS

2010 Cougar fifth wheel 28 ft long ultra lite polar package 1 big slide, new tires, new awning, new vent cover and new flooring everything works good shape $9300 OBO call 250-794-2303

TIRES

Set of 4 studded Nokian winter tires. 245/55 R19. Used 1 winter. $600.00 call 250-592-9464.

PETS & ACCESSORIES

30-gallon fish tank with many accessories $50 call 250-694-3495

250-695-6900

FREE/TO BE GIVEN AWAY

free dry poplar firewood tree length down and decked you cut 250-69203898

TAURUS

(Apr. 21-May 20)

A new solution could arise when it comes to something you thought was important but hasn’t worked out as you imagined. More available information could start to uncover where there might be difficulties or details that were missed in some way. The most important thing is to get it right and take whatever time necessary to do that.

LEO (July 23-August 22)

You might need to accept that what is important to somebody else is not something you consider worthwhile. In some ways you may not be able to understand their way of thinking, especially if their attitude is passive. It can make you realise that you should not try to put forward your ideas but just leave them to their own decisions.

SCORPIO (Oct.23-Nov21)

Some challenges might arise with something that seemed relatively easy to put in place last week. You may now recognise the manner in which any commitments attached could bite into time you like to have available for relaxation and enjoyment. Ways around this could eventually become evident. Thereisnorush.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20)

Avoid any temptation to spend money on impulse, especially if it is new and you expect to enjoy it. The novelty could wear off quicker than you expect or if it is something that requires you to commit time to it, then other things could get in the way. There is greater value spending on what might seem more boring things in life.

VIRGO

(August 23-Sept.22)

If someone else is in a position to put in a good word for you or to help you out, don’t hold back in requesting them to do so. They might also have some helpful suggestions that you are reluctant to pursue. Their view of things can be better than yours so it could be to your benefit to take their advice on board. Try it.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov.22-Dec.21)

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb.18)

New opportunities for the future could suddenly emerge. It is important you maintain a practical approach when it comes to finances and stay within the limits of what you can afford. This would be best worked out by looking at everyday expenses that need to be covered and what you have to play with outside of that.

Mixed messages from somebody else can encourage you to rethink what would be a more stable situation in the long term. You will have no interest to maintain conditions that become uncertain. This could bring about a major shift that you were not expecting when it comes to what have been important priorities in

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Stay focussed on what you can control while maintaining a positive outlook to what you want to bring into balance over the long term. Not knowing the exact position of somebody else and their intentions could be unsettling. Don’t try and work them out. It will only take you off track with your own matters. Put them to one side.

CANCER (June 21

-July 22)

You could recognise that something is not going to stay the same way next year as it exists right now. You are probably right but exactly the decisions that will need to be made will not be entirely clear right now. Things are likely to happen in stages, so make decisions as matters come out into the open and can be seen.

LIBRA (Sept.

23-Oct.22)

The Solar Eclipse this week occurs in your sign. This can result in new beginnings in your life over the next 6 months. For some there can be work changes and others can experience altered responsibilities. These things can come in stages, may have some holdups later in the year and then settle down in the early part of next year.

CAPRICORN (Dec.

22-Jan.19)

You could recognise that somebody else needs to let go in some way and that this is something they need to experience. It is not up to you to take on obligations to try and make it easier for them. This can be as much a lesson to you to stay focussed on your own priorities that are connected to the things that you enjoy in your life.

ARIES

(March 21-April 20)

You might need to contend with varying opinions when it comes to what needs to be let go in order to put a better structure in place. This may not get fully sorted until early next year, so I wouldn’t get too worried if there seems to be no real solution that you feel entirely happy about. See what unfolds as time goes on.

Did you know? Lakes Literacy restocks several local community bookshelves with donated books every month.All the shelves have been filled with lots of books today!

Find free books in the following locations in Burns Lake:

Lakeview Mall: located by the Pharmasave entrance

Muriel Mould Neighborhood Learning Centre: located in the lobby

Dog Park: located in the parking lot

Lakes District Hospital: one shelf in the emergency waiting area, one on the second floor waiting area

Looking to donate your used books? Visit any of these locations and add your books to the shelves, as neatly as you can so the display is pleasant for the next person to visit.

Please only leave books in good condition. No textbooks, or outdated magazines please.

BURNS LAKE.

Omineca Ski Club—1st Annual Turkey Trot October 6, 1:00 – 3:00 pm Search ‘Omineca Ski Club’ on Facebook for more information

Omineca Ski Club Call for Volunteers Join our 2024/25 Volunteer Skier Development Coaching Team and be part of the winter fun! If you or someone you know is passionate about skiing and enjoys working with kids, this is the perfect opportunity to give back to the community while inspiring the next generation of skiers. Our goal is to ensure that more children can participate by having enough coaches! Want to learn more? Please email amykdash@hotmail.com about this opportunity and our coaching courses.

Colleymount Recreation Christmas Bizarre November 10th Call Juanita 695-6306 or Eileen 695-6335 to book a table

SOUTHSIDE

Multigenerational Community Band Every Monday 6-8pm September to March. Venue TBA. FREE program. Beginners to advanced. All ages. Contact 250-694 -3338 or 250-961-1926

SMITHERS

Fall Market Oct 5 12pm-3pm at the Paul Lychak Hall (Evelyn Hall). A variety of local artisans and vendors. Fresh produce and seasonal goods. For a table please call/text Becky at 250-877-1215

Candi-Dating—Saturday, October 5, 2024 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Smithers Public Library

Coffee with Candidates and Forum Tuesday, October 8, 2024 Doors open at 6:30 p.m. | Forum begins promptly at 7:30 p.m. Della Herman Theatre

Bulkley Valley Farmers Market –Every Saturday 8:30am-12:30pm at Central Park Smithers.

TOPLEY

Topley Christmas Craft Sale 7TH Annual Topley Community Hall Saturday Nov 23, 2024 10am - 3pm

Tables $10.00 for bookings Call Tina 250-696-3484 Free Coffee & Tea

Chili or Soup & bun, or pie $5.00

Proud Sponsors of the Community Events Page

Weekly/Monthly Community Activities

Burns Lake

Walking Club - Tuesdays and Fridays 1-3 p.m. in the Island Gospel Fellowship gym. Everyone welcome to a warm and nonslip walking venue!!

Knitting Club Every Thursday 1:302:30pm at the BL Public Library. Bring your project! Supplies not provided.

Community Badminton Wednesdays 7pm at LDSS. Racquets available for use.

Roller Blading Friday 5:30-7pm and Sundays 3:30-5pm at the Lakeside Multiplex. Bring your own pair of roller blades or borrow a pair of ours.

Whist Wednesdays 7pm at the Decker Lake Hall.

Basketball Tuesdays 7-9pm at LDSS

Houston

Walking Group Thursdays 10:30am. Meet at the Credit Union parking lot.

Smithers

Games Night Every Friday 7-8:30pm 3974 10th Ave. Board, card and other table top games. Bring a game, friend or family and come have some fun!

Trad Jam Sessions in Smithers. 4th Wednesday of the month at the Smithers Senior Center. Come play tunes!

Bachata Lessons Tuesdays at 3830 2nd Ave from 8-9pm. Come learn how to dance bachata! No partner or experience required $15/class

Smithers Boardgame Group Meets on the third Sunday of every month at Smithers Public Library. Come solo and make some new friends or bring your crew! Admission: $2 donation to the Library.

Walking Group Starting May 1. Mondays & Wednesdays 10:30-11am at the Willowvale Marsh Trail. Meet at parking lot

ONGOING EVENTS

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Seniors Events

Burns Lake

Seniors Drop in at the Link—Every other Tuesday 10:30am-12:30pm at the Heritage Church 1st Ave Join us for coffee, sandwiches and a lovely visit. Oct 1, 15 & 29, Nov 12 & 26, Dec 10

Potlucks - Decker Lake Hall - 12 Noon Sept 27, Oct 18, Nov 9

Lunches - Immaculata - 12 Noon Oct8 & 22 Nov 5 & 19 December 3

Xmas Dinner Friday, Dec 6

Houston

Please note that the price per event as increased to $3.00

Floor curling—Every Monday 1-3pm, Tuesday and Friday

Carpet bowling Thursday1-3pm Genealogy, Pool. Shuffleboard and Darts 1-3pm Price $3.00 per event. plus $10.00 annual membership fee. Breakfast and Luncheons will resume in October!

Senior Gathering Every Tuesday at the plaza 10am-12pm. Free bowling, mini golf, games & Refreshments

Telkwa

Telkwa and District Senior Society 846-5623

Mondays and Thursdays is carpet bowling at 7 pm. The time will change to 1pm for the winter months.

Wednesdays is Sip’n'Stitch at 11am

First and third Wednesdays is Bingo. First number called at 7pm

Potluck is the third Friday . Please be there at 5:45. We eat at six.

General meetings are the first Tuesday of the month at 1pm Executive Meeting is the last Tuesday of the month at 1pm. New members are welcome.

We are also having an Octoberfest Dine and Dance September 28, 2024. Tickets are available from members or Mountain Eagle Books.

Youth Activities

Burns Lake

Burns Lake Public LibraryHigh Five Gamers Tuesdays 3:15-4:30 afterschool gaming club ages 7-12. Community Storytime with Miss Bonny. Wednesdays 10:30am. Paws for Cuddles Wednesdays 3:154:15pm. Come read to Clive! Ages 6+.Lego Hour—Tuesdays 11am-12pm & Fridays 3:304:30pm ages 6+. Manga Club Every second Thursday 3:30-5pm grades 8-12.

Indoor Play Space—Tuesdays 10-30-11:30pm at the Lakeside Multiplex. Ages 6 and under.

Mother Goose is back open Wednesdays & Fridays 10am11:30am

1.What was fall originally Called?

2.What do you call a male turkey?

3.Why do you see more large spiders around Halloween?

4.What is the natural color of leaves?

5.When is fall in the Southern Hemisphere?

This Week’s Hot Jobs!

• Infant - Toddler ECE

• Postal Clerk

• Truck Mechanic

• Dental Hygienist

CONNECTOR JOB BOARD

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ADVERTISE YOUR EMPLOYMENT OR TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES ON OUR JOB BOARD!

Includes interactive format, social media, email blast and website exposure every week.

“Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent”

Eveneshen

Nature Trail

Directions: This trail can be accessed via the visitor centre or from the designated trail parking lot on center street between 5th and 7th Ave

Description: This 3.5 Easy to Moderate trail meanders through a deep, scenic, ravine and follows along side Saul Creek. The trail is equipped with picnic tables so you can relax and enjoy a snack whilst immersed in all the beautiful surroundings the trail has to offer.

1. Harvest

2. A Gobbler

3.Spiders that hatched in the spring have grown up and are now actively in their mating season!

4. Yellow and orange - The green is produced thanks to chlorophyll.

5. March Through May

Pine Ridge Modular

HOUSTON BR #249

laying exclusively at the Legion

Friday, October 18, 2024

Recording Artist, Sam Holden

8PM to 1AM

$10 per person, 19+ welcome, bring your I.D.

We are open for lunch 6 days a week! Sandy is creating her soups regularly, watch our Facebook page for our specials and soup of the day.

Every Tuesday is Taco Tuesday!

Come and enjoy Sandy’s complimentary chips & guacamole for dine in only

Select from either Soft tacos * hard tacos * taco salad in taco bowl

Wednesday is Wing Wednesday

14 different flavours to choose from Every Friday is Fish Friday

Clam Chowder * Fish n’ chips

Our Queen of Hearts progressive jackpot is growing! Check our Facebook page to find out how much it is this Friday!

*** Thanksgiving Meat Draw will be held on Saturday October 5th ***

Meat Draws are held every Saturday. We have 3 draws every ½ hour; 4PM, 4:30PM, 5PM & 5:30PM, And the Breakfast Draw at 5:40PM Tickets are 3 for $5, or 7 for $10.

Darts is starting on Saturday, October 5th, upstairs at the Legion.

Legion Shuttle: 250 845-8455

Shuttle Hours of Operation: Monday & Tuesday: 9AM to 4PM

Wednesday & Thursday: 9AM to 9PM

Friday: 9AM to Midnight

Saturday: Noon to Midnight

Sunday: prebook only

Thank you for supporting your local Legion!

SMITHERS

BR #63

3840 1st Ave Smithers (250) 847-5082

Wednesday 3pm - 6pm Friday 3pm - 9pm

Saturday 2:30pm - 7pm Drop In Darts

Every Wednesday 7pm - 9pm

Friday is Karaoke Night & Meat Draw 5:30pm

Saturday Meat Draw 3pm

Saturday Pool Tournament 3pm

Bar opens at 3:30

Chase the Ace Every Wednesday 3:30-6pm receive a ticket for every purchase. 6PM draw

FREE popcorn on Wednesdays pool table, darts, and keno available Drop in darts at 7:00 pm

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