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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2009Since 1988 – Nelson’s Only Independent Newspaper

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INSIDE

Hospital renos

Interior Health Authority moves ahead with hospital project.

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Luring them in

Creator of new arts and heritage festival hopes to create a new reason to visit Nelson.

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Man drowns

RCMP recover body of man from the West Arm of Kootenay Lake.

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Council’s decision to extend the deadlines for the construction of Kutenai Landing has prompted a group of residents to revive their legal challenge of the waterfront development.

The Nelson Citizen Empowerment Society requested a judicial review of the City of Nelson’s decision to extend the construction deadline for Kutenai Landing. The request was filed with the B.C. Supreme Court last week. Speaking for the society, Anthony Hill said the injunction includes the society’s earlier complaints (filed in June 2008) and adds concerns around a recent amendment to the rezoning bylaw that extended the developer’s construction deadline.

“We feel that, once again, the city has acted in a way where they haven’t consulted what the people in Nelson want.”

Hill says the city hasn’t followed all the steps they need to regarding the August bylaw amendment.

At their Monday, Aug. 24 meet-ing, councillors gave the Kutenai Landing developers a two-year extension on their construction schedule. The extension required a bylaw amendment because the development agreement, which outlines the schedule, was included with the bylaw by mistake.

When Linda Tynan, director of corporate services for the city, explained the situation to council in August, she said the extension was not an unusual request from the developer, New Future Building Group. What was unusual was the fact the development agree-ment was included in the bylaw. If it weren’t for the administrative mistake, staff could have recom-mended council approve the new construction schedule and left the bylaw alone.

Because the bylaw did have to be amended, council would have had to hold a public hearing on the

New legal challange for Kutenai Ldg

Condos go on saleSuites in the Kutenai Landing

condos went up for sale last week-end.

New Future Building Group opened the doors of its sales centre on Lakeside Drive on Saturday, Oct. 3

There developer hosted VIP registrants for three hours in the morning and then opened the doors to their show room building on Lakeside Drive to the public.

Pricing has not yet been final-ized, but tentative prices released by New Future were $199,900 for a studio unit; $249,900 for a one-bedroom; and $299,900 for a two-bedroom unit.

by Chris Shepherd

Citizens’ group asks B.C. Supreme Court for review of waterfront development bylaw amendment

amendment. Councillors waived that public hearing because it would only have had to address the amendment to the construc-tion schedule, not on the whether the development should go ahead in the first place. There was a heated debate in the community when Kutenai Landing was first approved back in 2008.

David Aaron, lawyer for the Nelson Citizen Empowerment Society (NCES), says council can only waive a public hearing if the bylaw is consistent with the Official Community Plan. That document, updated by the city last year, out-lines the nature of neighbourhoods throughout Nelson and is meant to guide council’s decisions on devel-opment.

“NCES asserts that this rezon-ing bylaw is inconsistent with the Official Community Plan.

In documents filed with the B.C. Supreme Court, the society also asserts the city needs to adopt a waterfront master plan before moving ahead with development. They also claim the city adopted the rezoning bylaw without having complied with the environmental protection provisions of the Official Community Plan.Pedestrians hit

Minor injuries after pair hit by car

Two pedestrians were taken to hospital for minor injuries after they were hit by a car last week.

On Friday, Oct. 2, at 1 p.m. the Nelson Police Department received a report of the accident at Baker and Stanley street.

Fortunately the driver was moving slowly and the two peo-ple were not seriously injured.

The driver was charged with failing to yield to a pedestrian.

That+ was one of several vehi-cle related incidents the police responded to last week.

On Saturday, Oct. 3 a vehicle

by Chris Shepherd lost control on Front Street and struck a light pole. Nelson Fire and Rescue services had to use the jaws of life to remove the pinned driver and one passenger was thrown 13 metres from the vehicle. The driver received a 24-hour driving prohibition and was charged with driving with-out due care.

A 17-year-old male from Castlegar had his driver’s licence suspended for 12 hours after he ran a red light on Saturday, Oct. 3.

On Sunday, Oct. 4, a 19-year-old female received a 24-hour prohibition after police received several calls of an erratic driver.

Lucas Myers brought in all manner of props for his production Hello Baby II: The Baby Strikes Back including googlie eyes, a motorbike and remote controlled cars.

CHRIS SHEPHERD

Talk to the hand

Housing needed

Nelson Committee on Homelessness lays bare the cost of home-lessness.

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Editorial . . . . . . . . 5 Street Talk . . . . . 16Crossword . . . . . 14A&E . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Events . . . . . . . . . . 6Health Pages . . . 10Classifieds . . . . . 12Homes&Gardens . 14

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Oct. 7 General remarks: Tight paper. Had to hold several stories and ran few photos. • Stories held: - bottle depot embezzlement - GamesTown2010 - provincial grant cuts to sports groups - traffic safety tips from police - Stenya profile • submissions from community held: - dragon boat team season wrap up. - Fortis rebate to RDCK - awards for Passmore fire department • photos held -breast feeding event - BC seniors golf winners - Oso Negro donation to CT scanner. • Still concerned about colour ads requesting a specific location (IE Golden Life Management and this week Kootenay Coop paying for health pages AND colour. This forces the Health Pages onto a colour page and I’m not sure the pages should be on colour.) • Production went smoothly. Page count: 16 Ad count: 338.5” Story count: Biz - 0 News - 6 A&E - 1 Columns: 5 Photos: Biz - 0 News - 3 (one was submitted graphic from IHA for hospital reno story) Submitted - 0 A&E - 1 Columns - 5 Submissions: Biz - 2 News - 13 Sports - 0 Health - 3 A&E - 17 longer -1

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THE PURSUIT OF QUALITY LEISURE FOR A HEALTHY COMMUNITY

RECREATIONAL ICE HOCKEY

6-8 Years Tuesday 3:00pm-3:50pm9-10 Years Tuesday 3:55pm-4:45pm11-12 Years Friday 3:45pm-4:45pm13-16 Years Friday 4:50pm-5:50pm

DROP IN OR REGISTERED RATES AVAILABLE.

Check rdck.bc.ca/nelson for up to date arena programs and schedules.

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Second Annual Pumpkin AuctionSaturday, Oct. 10, 12 p.m. at the Cottonwood Falls Market

Bring the family down for this free and fun event where local farmer Brandon O’Donald takes the stage to auction off pumpkins of every size and shape and grown by market vendors.

The auction gets going at 12 p.m., but the market starts at 9:30 a.m.

Co-op promise: A Talk with Nicole ChalandThursday, Oct. 15, 7 p.m. at the Best Western Baker Street Inn, 153 Baker St.

Each October, National Co-op Week is an occasion for co-operators across the country to celebrate the achievements of the co-op sector, and to spread the word about the power of cooperation. This week provides a perfect oppor-tunity for local co-ops and credit unions to col-laborate on activities that promote the co-op way of doing business.

The Upper Columbia Co-op Council and the Columbia Basin Trust present an evening with Victoria-based commu-nity development expert Nicole Chaland. Chaland will speak on The Theory,

Principles and Promise of a Cooperative Economy, and will use a combination of lecture, images, partici-pation and discussion to engage attendees in re-imagining their economic future.

For more information, email [email protected] or visit www.uccc.coop.

Workshops for parents and professionalsThursday, Oct. 15, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Prestige Lakeside Resort and Convention Centre, 701 Lakeside Dr.

The West Kootenay Early Years conference committee is offering three educational workshops.

Parents, grandpar-ents, and professionals who work with children and families are invited to attend and learn ways to interact with children that bring out the best in everyone.

Local attachment expert Myrna Martin will offer a day regarding understand-ing children’s behaviour and supporting emotional regulation. Steve Heynen, an art therapist and child and youth mental health counsellor in the Slocan Valley will present infor-mation about understand-ing and addressing differ-ent forms of aggression in children. Dr. Vanessa

Small homes business open houseSaturday, Oct. 10, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1012 Slocan St., Slocan

A new valley busi-ness comes up with a cozy response to current housing, ecological, envi-ronmental and economic concerns.

Ecozy Microhomes Ltd. is designing and building small comfortable homes, fully finished and ready to be brought to any loca-tion.

They have a wide vari-ety of uses, including first

homes, country cottages, studios, or guest cabins.

One of their first Ecozys will be on site for viewing, as well as information on a variety of other designs.

“It is one thing to hear and read about a new local business – it is another to be able to step into one of the first little homes and actually see, touch and walk around in it,” says business co-owner Stephan Martineau. “This is a valley business, and we want local residents to get a hands-on impression of what we are up to.

For more info con-tact Ecozy at 355-2206 or email [email protected].

Fine Threads Clothing sale and CT scanner fund-raiserFriday, Oct. 16 and Saturday, Oct. 17, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Nelson Municipal Library meeting room

Alison Graeme, designer and owner of Fine Threads Clothing, is holding her second annual show and sale and 10 per cent of all sales will be donated to the CT scanner fund-raiser.

Fine Threads Clothing

are easy care, machine wash and dry and range from casual to dressy, from XS to XXL.

This year’s show will feature several new fibres, including soft organic cotton and comfy bamboo French terry tops, bonded faux chinchilla fur coats and vests and hand dyed silk/rayon scarves.

The garments are made in Canada to Graeme’s own specifica-tions and embroidered in her home studio.

For a sneak preview visit www.finethreads.ca. Call Graeme at 352-2252 for more information.

BrieflyBusiness

BrieflyLapointe will focus her discussion on entering the world of the child: the importance of play.

Those interested can call 352-6786 for more information and to regis-ter.

Stepping Stones Blanket Drive

Stepping Stones Emergency Shelter is looking about for win-ter gear for community members who do not have enough warm clothes and blankets.

The cold weather is here, and Stepping Stones is starting their third annu-al blanket, sleeping bag, and winter gear drive.

In the past years, the warm clothes and blankets donated by this commu-nity have literally saved peoples lives, say organiz-ers from Stepping Stones.

When the shelter is full past capacity, they have been able to provide a warm sleeping bag and a toque to help a homeless person get through the night.

We’ve also been able to provide backpacks and warm socks to those who want to get home for Christmas.

“It’s surprising how many people are travel-ling through the area and get stuck for lack of basic travel clothes for our mountain winter,” says Mike McGaw, front line supervisor at Stepping Stones. “We support hun-dreds of local Kootenay people, and when we can, we like to be able to help a traveller get where they are going as well.”

Blankets, sleeping bags, back packs, toques, socks and gloves can be dropped off at 567 Ward St. Look for the sign for Stepping Stones in between Still Eagle and the Fisherman’s Market, or call 352-9876.

Renovations to Kootenay Lake Hospital are closer to reality now that the Interior Health Authority has called for tenders for the renova-tion project.

The health authority will spend $13.8 million to renovate the first floor and expand the emer-gency department. Part

IHA moves ahead with renovationHealth authority calls for tenders for Kootenay Lake Hospital projectby Chris Shepherd of the expansion includes

room for a $1.5 mil-lion CT scanner, a proj-ect the Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation has been raising money for since the renovation was announced in April 2008.

The emergency depart-ment at Kootenay Lake Hospital will triple in size from 291 square metres (3,132 square feet) to 924 square metres (9,946

square feet). The health author-

ity predicts workload for the emergency depart-ment will increase to moer than 19,000 patient visits per year by 2028, up from 13,000 patient visits now.

The IHA plans to award the contract in the next five weeks and hopes construction will begin soon after that.

As summer ends the Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation caught up with the nine RDCK direc-tors who have become a cornerstone for the regional CT scanner campaign. Working for constituents from Nakusp to Creston the directors have already contributed $72,000. The City of Nelson has added their own cornerstone contribution by donating the land and services for the foundation’s major house construction project. The foundation has raised $387,000 to date.Shown left to right are: John Kettle, Ramona Faust, Greg Lawrence alternate for Ron Mickel, Larry Banks, Garry Jackman, Walter Popoff, Donna MacDonald alternate for John Dooley, Paul Peterson and Ron Toyota. Hans Cunningham was not available.

CHRIS SHEPHERD

RDCK kicks in for CT scanner

A detail from the plans for Kootenay Lake Hospital’s renovated first floor.SUBMITTED

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NOTICE OF FORECLOSUREPlease take notice that on October 21, 2009 and

thereafter, the contents of the following storage locker at 12 Mile Storage, 825-9666, will be sold at auction or otherwise disposed of to cover outstanding costs of

storage and all fees.

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City council is looking to make it easier to add more housing to Nelson by allowing smaller properties to build secondary suites.

Councillors gave the Land Use Regulation Bylaw amendment its first and second reading at their Monday, Sept. 14 meeting.

Council has to hold a public hearing for the amendment and a date that will be set at an upcoming meeting.

The amendment would allow duplexes or second-ary suites on all proper-ties larger than 278 square metres (3,000 square feet). As the bylaw reads right now, duplexes and second-ary suites are allowed on properties larger than 463 square metres (5,000 square feet).

Councillor Kim Charlesworth welcomed the change but said she wanted to see an outline of what staff are trying to achieve with the amendment.

Dave Wahn, senior

Thanksgiving dinner at Our Daily Bread Monday Oct. 12, 5 p.m. at 812 Stanley St.

Politicians, community leaders and the business community are all invited to share a meal and micro-phone with diners. Organizers are asking their guests to identify their solutions to homelessness in two minutes, which they will record, publish, and choose one to act upon in the upcoming year.

Speak up to create more rentals in NelsonTuesday Oct. 13, 6 p.m. at council chambers, 310 Ward St.

Nelson city council is invit-ing public input to the proposed changes to the bylaw for installing a secondary suite in a residence.

Currently the home must be on a lot of 4,984 square feet to install a secondary suite and the change would reduce this to 2,992 square feet, making the majority of homes in Nelson eli-gible. The Nelson Committee on Homelessness is supporting this change and invites all citizens of Nelson to join them, as it will help more homeowners create apart-ments to rent.

Film and community forum Wednesday Oct. 14, 7 p.m. at the TNT Playhouse, at the corner of Ward and Carbonate streets

This is a free screening of Love and Fearlessness by Andrew Ainsley, about the fight of Victoria’s homeless community to sleep outside without being arrest-ed.

The film will be followed by a community forum featur-ing Mayor John Dooley, Randy Thiessen, Mental Health and Addictions team leader at Interior Health, and Klee Hunter, manag-er of Stepping Stones Emergency Shelter and Ward St. Place, and others (TBA).

Secondary suite workshopThursday Oct. 15, 7 p.m. at the Hume Hotel, 422 Vernon St.

This is for people interested in converting extra space in their house into a rental suite, getting money to make their suite wheel-chair accessible or upgrading their existing affordable unit.

Find out about how the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation and proposed new City of Nelson policies can help

you to do it.The panel also includes: Dave

Wahn, senior city planner on how to make it legal, Bill Lynch of Lynch Home Inspections on how to build it right, and Nelson Credit Union on how to finance it.

Stand demonstration against povertyFriday, Oct. 16, 12 p.m. at city hall, 310 Ward St.

In recognition of the 60th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the theme for this year’s observance is “Human Rights and Dignity of People Living in Poverty”.

There will be speakers and information on how people can take action. Organised by the Advocacy Centre. For more infor-mation call 352-5777.

Buskers raising money for food Various times during the week in downtown Nelson

Watch out for buskers playing to raise money for Nelson’s Food Cupboard and Our Daily Bread, two organisations that provide food for homeless and low-income people. The goal is to raise at least $500 during the week.

Events for Homelessness Action Week

‘Homelessness too expensive to ignore’Nelson Committee on Homelessness applauds city’s move to create more housing

City looks to increase livable space in Nelsonby Chris Shepherd planner for the city, said

the proposed amendment was meant to bring the city’s rules around second-ary suites and duplexes in line with the Official Community Plan update of 2008.

In his report to council, Wahn wrote that his office has had a number of ques-tions about how people could add a secondary suite or duplex to their property. Wahn even had one person ready to submit an applica-tion once council approved the amendment.

Wahn said roughly 483 properties in Nelson would be able to take advantage of the the change.

Councillors had concerns around parking, lot cover-age and setbacks.

The amendment would only allow for secondary suites or duplexes within an existing home, so setbacks and sight lines would be preserved.

The proposed amend-ment would require one off-street parking stall for each secondary suite.

Employers can’t hire people because the workers can’t find a place to live.

Celeste Le Duigou,Nelson Committee on Homelessness

Council’s move to cre-ate more housing in exist-ing Nelson homes is step in the right direction, but the Nelson Committee on Homelessness says the city has to do more to encourage secondary suites.

Council had their first look at amending their Land Use Regulation Bylaw last month (see CITY on this page) and Celeste Le Duigou, com-munity coordinator for the Nelson Committee on Homelessness, says the changes will help both homeowners and people who need housing.

“I just hope a lot of people choose to go for secondary suites,” says Le Duigou.

Nelson has a 0.8 per cent vacancy rate, a sta-tistic Le Duigou says is far below what’s healthy

by Chris Shepherd for the city’s housing mar-ket. Le Duigou says that not only makes it difficult for people to find hous-ing, it makes it difficult for employers.

“It [the lack of hous-ing] impacts the economy. Employers can’t hire peo-ple because the workers can’t find a place to live.”

In fact, Le Duigou knows of people with jobs who have to live in the woods surrounding Nelson. That fact is more a sign of what the housing market is like in Nelson than any comment on wages paid in Nelson, Le Duigou says.

When people don’t have secure housing, they’re less likely to be able to hold down a job. (For more on the cost of homelessness, see Le Duigou’s commentary on page 5).

Le Duigou says the city’s move to increase

densification in Nelson will help the city’s housing problem but she would like to see more done to encourage homeowners to add a secondary suite.

As the bylaw amend-ment reads now, duplex-es and secondary suites would pay yearly water, sewer and garbage fees and Le Duigou says that could drive the rental prices higher than they need to be.

She suggests the city look at changing util-ity fees to better reflect usage, perhaps basing water fees on the number of residents over 18 years old (to avoid burdening families).

There will be a work-shop for homeowners that want to know more about building a second-ary suite on Thursday, Oct. 15.

See below for more information.

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The Nelson RCMP recovered the body of a Nelson man who drowned in a weekend accident on the West Arm of Kootenay Lake.

On Monday, Sept. 28, a RCMP dive team recovered the body of Randy Geist, 41, of Nelson.

Geist went missing after a jet ski accident on the lake on Saturday, Sept. 26. A woman with Geist at the time of the accident was rescued and

Man drowns in W. ArmRCMP recover body after jet ski accident sends man and woman into the waterby Chris Shepherd taken to Kootenay Lake Hospital for

treatment. Police have not released her name.

Witnesses say the accident hap-pened after Geist made a hard turn that threw both riders into the water.

Strong winds stopped the man and woman from returning to the jet ski and a rescuer swam out to help them. The rescuer got the woman back to shore but could not find Geist.

Nelson Search and Rescue helped police look for Geist but the search was called off as darkness fell.

Later on Sunday, search and res-cue volunteers reported they had found the missing man in roughly 40 feet of water.

Police say Geist was not wearing a life jacket and believe that alcohol was a factor in the incident.

Police are asking anyone who may have witnessed the incident to call them at 352-2156.

The 16 stations of the Act Now Seniors Park stand along the waterfront pathway. When the pur-chase and installation of this equipment was first announced, there were some who wondered if we would get our money’s worth.

I admit I was somewhat sceptical about the project. It was the topic of lively conversation, with debate focused on whether or not seniors would want to exer-cise in such a public man-ner. At least one senior sug-gested that the kids need a skateboard park more than seniors need a waterfront

George Millar is a long-time resident of the West Kootenay. Been Thinking About is an exploration of events and organizations in the region, seen from a senior’s perspective.

Been Thinking About

George Millar

New seniors exercise park great addition

workout location.While it is obvious that

the resolution of the skate-board park issue is long overdue, it looks like an acceptable location has

finally been found. So that negative hopefully has been settled.

And while we were out of town when the official opening occurred, we have used the equipment sev-eral times now, and find it to be very useful for gen-eral conditioning. A work-out that includes all of the apparatus builds strength and conditioning to all sig-nificant body areas. I’m not a big fan of the few stations whose function is to provide a massage, but the rest are great.

It is a very public loca-tion, but that is one of its selling points. It is available

without charge seven days a week. There are times when the wait for the use of some stations is longer than a few minutes, but that’s not the norm.

Because each person sets their own limits of speed and endurance, no-one should feel embarrassed about performing at their own fitness level. Inclement weather such as is occurring as I write this will of course disrupt a participant’s reg-ular regime from time to time. But the positives of a free, outdoor location far outweigh the negatives.

City council, you did a good thing.

Raising a child is never easy. Raising a child with a disability is harder still. Raising a child that requires a wheelchair, in Nelson, that’s almost impossible.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be in a wheelchair in Nelson or the Kootenays in general? The mountains that we all love make for streets that are notoriously steep, paths that are never paved and places that are really hard to access if you are in a wheelchair. We can’t flatten the streets but we can ask local businesses and organi-zations to make their build-ings and storefronts more accessible to everyone.

The other day as I drove

Make your business wheelchair accessible

Isabelle Herzig is the regional coordinator for Community Action Programs for Children (CAPC) and works with the Kootenay Kids Society. To contact Isabelle to submit a Joke of the Day on behalf of a child, or to tell

her what’s on your family’s mind, email [email protected] or phone 352-6678 ext 226.

Family MattersIsabelle Herzig

(with her daughter, Fawn)

down Baker Street I noticed three people getting around in wheelchairs; two of which were children being moved around by their parents or caregivers.

As I stopped to watch, I noticed struggles getting in and out of stores, strug-gles getting around streets, struggles going about daily normal activities. The more I watched, the more I noticed ramps that were

hard to negotiate, handi-cap push buttons that don’t work, doorways that trap people in wheelchairs and an almost complete lack of wheelchair accessible areas in our town, both in and out of stores and offices.

In a place that prides itself on being open, on being inclusive, shouldn’t children and adults living with physical disabilities be included in that?

I work for Kootenay Kids and we are currently working on making our building accessible to those in wheelchairs.

It is a long and involved process, one that is ongo-ing, but one that will be worth every dollar and every struggle. I urge all business owners and orga-nizations to look at what they can do to make their areas more accessible. I also urge all of us, as cus-tomers and clients, to let them know that we want our communities to be known for equal access to all, including those parents living with the extra chal-lenge of raising a child with a physical disability.

BrieflyNeed housing? Have housing?Around the Kootenays in October

If any women have considered co-operative housing, this project could be for them.

Habondia’s Community WISH Project, (WISH being the acro-nym for Women In Sustainable Housing), was recently awarded funding from Status of Women Canada. The project goals are to assist women who have left abusive relationships find safe and afford-able long-term housing with other women who have land or extra

space to share. In support of this goal, a series

of workshops around topics like financial management, asset build-ing, estate planning and communi-cation skills will be provided.

A series of town hall meetings have been scheduled in the next few weeks throughout the region

Salmo: Tuesday, Oct. 13, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Salmo Community Services Centre

Nelson: Friday, Oct. 16, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Nelson Seniors Centre, 717, Vernon St.

New Denver: Sunday, Oct. 18, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the New Denver

Knox HallKaslo: Wednesday, Oct. 20, 6

p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Kaslo Family Centre

Slocan Valley: Wednesday, Oct. 21, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Slocan Youth Centre; Thursday, Oct. 22, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Slocan Park Hall;

Crawford Bay: Friday, Oct. 23, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Crawford Bay Hall.

Castlegar: Saturday, Oct. 24, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Castlegar Library

For more information, inquiries are welcome at 352-6688.

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Publications Mail Agreement #0654353. Paid at Nelson, B.C PUBLISHER Nelson Becker EDITOR Chris Shepherd

Editorial

The coming week marks Homelessness Action Week and there are many events planned that will give people a better grasp of the problem in our com-munity and what we can do about it.

We encourage everyone to make the most of the events planned, the stories in this week’s paper and those that will appear in our next one.

Nobody likes homelessness. It’s a problem that taxes our medical and criminal systems and any strain we can remove off both of those valuable institutions is a good one.

There isn’t one solution for homelessness.No matter what answers we find, there’ll still be

situations that don’t fit into the box. That said, we have to keep trying.

Having a home is one of the basic needs of all people. It’s just as important as eating.

Celeste Le Duigou can give many good reasons to house people though one of the most basic ones is hous-ing allows people to be productive members of our soci-ety. It’s hard to think about work or volunteering when you don’t know where you’re going to sleep.

People have various reasons for being homeless. Some people can’t find a home because there are few places to rent that suit their needs. Some people don’t make enough money to afford housing in Nelson’s competitive market. Others may have mental health challenges that make it difficult to find a home.

Whose responsibility is it to find a solution?Our city is taking steps that move Nelson into the

right direction. Their bylaw to allow secondary suites and duplexes in existing homes in Nelson will cre-ate homes without affecting our city’s much coveted views.

But a city has few resources to tackle a problem as large as housing. We need greater involvement from the provincial and federal governments to find answers.

Our governments should look to other provinces and countries to see how they have tackled the prob-lem. There are successes to emulate and failures to avoid.

We should study as many of them as possible to find the ideal solution for our community.

Take action on homelessness

Fish Heads & Flowers

Flowers to the person who mowed our lawn while we were at work. – Lovin’ our lawn

Fish Heads to people that put unprotected bags of trash containing food next to downtown dumpsters. When your trash draws racoons, skunks and dogs and gets torn apart, busi-nesses also get stuck cleaning up your mess. Tag your bags and put them on residential streets on garbage day for pick up. – Disgusted downtown

Flowers to the lady who waves at all the

cars on the North Shore every morning when out for her morn-ing walk. It is a great way to start my day to see your smile and big waves to all. – Happy Commuter

Fish Heads to the guy in the car parked who when I asked you to turn off your car, because you were idling in the heat of the summer, you chose to swear at me. – Cheesed passerby

Flowers to the mar-mot lover who put up the signs. – Another marmot lover

Send us your Fish Heads and Flowers!All submissions to the Express Fish Heads and Flowers section will be consid-ered 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 [email protected], 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,I was saddened to

read the article regard-ing the death of a human being from our commu-nity (Sept. 23 “Nelson woman falls to her death”).

Working within a life skills program providing coaching and counsel-ling, I experience daily the struggles of people with mental health issues. How soon we forget that we are all in this circle of life together and that we need to protect, care for and take responsi-bility for one another. The mind is an amazing place with many streams and valleys, colourful and fluid; not black and white, horizontal and stagnant.

Stop using the “they”, “them” and the “people like them” language and start using fellow human being. Educate yourself,

especially those of us who work in health of any kind. Wounds of the mind are not visible like a broken leg or a cut fin-ger needing a Band-Aid, but are deep within our souls requiring healing of the human spirit.

Learning more from the people I work with then from the five years of post-secondary edu-cation I have. Sitting here writing this, aware that if anything should happen in this life to my beloved son, that I would never walk upon the same path as I walk upon today.

Knowing this will you now judge me, ignore me, dislike me, hurt me or understand me.

Zoé Langlois,Nelson

Dear editor,I would like to respond

to the articles and letter published in the Express recently regarding Raven, the Nelson resident who tragically fell to her death in Trail (Sept. 23 “Nelson woman falls to her death”).

There are times when language cannot encom-pass the sorrow that we collectively feel and have expressed for failing to help someone who is suffering so obviously and who also somehow appears to fall outside the mandates and/or the mission statements of institutions such as the Interior Health Authority or Kootenay Lake Hospital.

Having worked within different levels within the healthcare system, I won-der if the public are aware that staff employed by IHA are not permitted to break patient/client confidential-ity except in critical situa-tions of a threat of harm to self or others. Without this protection, the privacy of

every client/patient helped by the IHA would be at risk. When human rights to privacy conflict with the medical ethic of provid-ing care, people living with mental illness often do not get the help it appears they are in need of.

This was particularly glaring when Raven lay out-side the hospital in Nelson. I wonder what might have been different had Raven been able to turn to family or friends to ask for help.

Mental illness steals the ability to ask for help from many of us. It often robs us of the discerning awareness to even recognize what we need help for. There are many layers of intention and protection that are meant to help those who cannot help themselves due to the effects of mental illness. When these protections and proactive policies fail, I believe it means something needs to change.

Bryhre Kimberley Cormack,

Community response to Raven’s death

Dear editor,I read with interest your article

about the bus stop at the corner of Ward Street and Baker Street (Oct. 7 “Police want surveillance camera on Ward Street).

Although I wasn’t approached, as suggested in your article, by the Nelson police, I too am in full support of a surveillance camera being installed at this site.

My shop, Silverfern Framing, is directly opposite the bus stop and during the day I witness fights, abuse of young ladies and other ladies working the beat, so to speak.

I understand from others that after the sun goes down things are worse.

So, if those civil liberationists who deplore such oversight and

are against the cameras can sug-gest a better way other than a full-time police officer at the bus stop to protect the innocent citizens who want to travel on buses, then come forth rather than just pass-ing critical condemnation of the actions of those who are working for our city.

Ian Middleton,Nelson

Public surveillance for Ward Street bus stop is a great idea

These are stories about real peo-ple:

• A student at Selkirk college with a seven-year-old child lives in her car for four months. She hopes a degree will help her family find stability. Stress and fear build up. November comes before she finds a place to live. Her debts go up, her marks go down and she ends up dropping out.

• A family with a toddler attend-ing preschool live in an abandoned bus on an acreage just outside of town. They have no running water, sanitation, or electricity. Sometimes the girl shivers at night and wakes up her mom. Winter is coming…

Right now the real estate market is not creating housing for peo-ple who are poor and the crisis in affordability is creeping up the wage scale to include people with part time and even full time jobs. One in five homeless people stay-ing at Stepping Stones Emergency Shelter has a job. Guess how many homeless people camping in the woods around Nelson are working?

The root cause of homelessness is poverty, and other factors in Nelson exacerbate the problem. High rents,

wages and income assistance that are not keeping pace with infla-tion, a vacancy rate of 0.8 per cent, no dedicated student housing, and shifting demographics so that even though the population has not risen in the last 10 years there are fewer people living in each house.

Gordon Laird, author of the 2001 study “Homelessness in a Growth Economy: Canada’s 21st Century Paradox” found that in B.C., it is $22,000 to $28,000 cheaper per year to house somebody than have them live on the streets. Laird found Canada could save $4 bil-lion a year if it invested $2 billion a year in a housing strategy that included affordable housing, higher welfare rates, rental supplements, and municipalities changed zoning bylaws to create more units in exist-ing homes.

This is why municipalities, provinces, communities and busi-ness groups across the country are supporting a “housing first” approach, which moves homeless people into permanent housing as soon as possible with economic, social and health supports so they can stay housed. Physical health,

mental health, income, addictions, and education typically improve rapidly for individuals once they have the stability of housing in place.

It is clear that Nelson cannot be alone trying to provide solutions to homelessness. It is a regional problem and all communities in the Kootenays have a stake in creating housing with supports for our vul-nerable citizens, affordable homes for families, young people leaving home and a place for students to live.

The municipality is doing some things right. They’re changing bylaws to increase density and lob-bying for funding to reopen the Selkirk student residence.

We can build on this by joining other B.C. communities asking our provincial and federal governments to support a national affordable housing strategy whose mandate is to end homelessness, because it can be done.

What can you do as an indi-vidual? Come out to our free events during Homelessness Action Week for more on how to be part of the solution. (See details on page 3)

Commentary Fixing homelessness is cheaper than ignoring itCeleste Le Duigou is the community coordinator for the Nelson Committee on Homelessness.


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WednesdaysNEED INEXPENSIVE BIRTH CONTROL? Options for Sexual Health drop-in clinic. 333 Victoria St. 5:30-8 p.m.

PROBLEM WITH EATING and weight? OA suppor t group 5 - 6 p.m., Nelson Hospital cafeteria (basement). No dues or fees. 250-352-7717 or 1-800-611-5788. www.endoftrail.ca/OANelson.htm

THE NELSON SCRABBLE CLUB meets Wednesdays at 1 p.m. Info 250-505-5583

WOMEN’S HOCKEY SCRIMMAGE at the old rink 8:30 - 9:30 p.m. $10 drop-in fee. Full equipment required. Info 250-359-7036

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Harrop Hall, Harrop 5:30 p.m.

DOES SOMEONE’S DRINKING TROUBLE YOU? Al-Anon meeting noon The Cellar. 717A Vernon St.

NUTRIENT-RICH COOKING classes every Wed/Sun. Many topics to choose from. Contact Lorraine at [email protected] or 250-352-3860.

GLACIER HARMONIES Women’s Barbershop Chorus. All welcome at 7 p.m. to Baptist Church, 611-5th St. Nelson. Dorothy 352-7199 or Joey 352-3393

PUBLIC MEDITATION 12 - 1 p.m. All welcome. Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre 444 Baker St. www.nelsonbuddha.comSAHAJ MARG group meditation please phone: Eleanor 352-3366 or Sarah 354- 9496

SHOTOKAN KARATE 5-7p.m. St. Joseph’s school gym 523 Mill Street.

NELSON TABLE TENNIS CLUB. 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Blewett Elementary School when school is in session. 352-9547 or 352-5739

BAHA’I COMMUNITY of Nelson. Please join us for an introduction to Baha’i Faith. 7 p.m. 354-0944

ThursdaysIS ALCOHOL A PROBLEM IN YOUR LIFE? AA Meetings, Lunch Bunch at Noon. Into Action Big Book Study at 8:00 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

REDFISH BADMINTON Ages 15 to 90 Mon Thurs 6:30 p.m. $3 drop in. Call 229-4346 or 229-4343 for more details.

PUBLIC MEDITATION 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. All welcome. Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre, 444 Baker St. www.nelsonbuddha.com

DROP IN ULTIMATE frisbee Lakeside soccer fields, 6 p.m.

NELSON WOMEN’S CENTRE noon - 4 for recycled bag sewing project. 250 352 9916

PARENT & CHILD TIME at the Harrop Hall. 10 a.m. - 12 noon Information: Lesley 825-0140

NELSON BADMINTON CLUB meets at Mary Hall Gymnasium, 7 - 9 p.m. Everyone welcome. Anne 250-352-7536 Guy 250-352-6330.

FridaysGENDER 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.

DOES SOMEONE’S DRINKING TROUBLE YOU? Al-Anon meeting 8 pm at 601 Front St.

CHANT PRACTICE resumes 7 p.m. 250-352-2338 or studiocantilena.com

Thurs. Oct. 8Trillbass @ SpiritBar, Hume Hotel.

Fri. Oct. 9JUDE DAVISON sings acoustic covers and originals, Max & Irmas 6 - 9 pm.

Rob G @ SpiritBar, Hume Hotel

JENNA SCHELL SINGS at the Dock ‘N Duck, Balfour 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

BEATS WORKING, Dexter and Mr. Smith & guests 10 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. The Royal on Baker St

ROBB G is on his current Shufflebanger Tour at Spiritbar with DJ Express.

Sat. Oct. 10SALSA NIGHTS ARE BACK at Finley’s! It’s time to learn how to Salsa dance. One hour of instruction and then dance.

COTTONWOOD FALLS FARMERS Market.

SMALLTOWN DJS 10 p.m. SpiritBar

Sun. Oct. 11NIKKO PLAYS EVENINGS at Nelson’s live jazz venue, The Library Lounge, located in the historic Hume Hotel.

SARAH McGLYNN & RICH Rabnett live at Redfish Restaurant. Evenings.

INDUSTRY NIGHT PUNK ROCK, Bingo, Karaoke At Finley’s 9 p.m.

Mon. Oct. 12BLUES JAM at the Royal on Baker 7 - 11 p.m.

SARAH MCGLYNN & RICH RABNETT live at The Library Lounge, Hume Hotel. 6-10.

Tues. Oct. 13REGGAE MIX MONDAYS Hosted by DJ T.H.C. starting at 8 p.m. at the Royal on Baker.

ALL AGES OPEN MIC at the CocoaNut Lounge. 6-10pm Hosted by Rob Funk

THE SWEET Sounds of Nikko every Tuesday at Fusion, on Baker Street. 7-10 p.m

OPEN MIC NIGHT Finley’s 9:30 p.m. start.

Wed. Oct. 14GUITAR PHENOM, John Stowell - In CONCERT At Studio 80 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7, Corner of Tenth & Elwyn. 10 St. Campus.

Fri. Oct. 16JUDE DAVISON sings acoustic covers and originals, Max & Irmas 6 - 9 pm.

SOUND VIBES MUSIC Festival, Spiritbar.

SaturdaysWILDERNESS 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.

THE NELSON SCRABBLE CLUB meets Saturday at 1 p.m. For further info. Please call 250-505-5583

NELSON CHESS CLUB every Saturday morning, all welcome. Seniors Hall, 777 Vernon St.

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

PUBLIC MEDITATION 9 a.m.

-- 12 p.m Mid-morning refreshments; come and go as you wish. Shambhala Meditation Centre 444 Baker St. www.nelsonbuddha.com

NELSON RADIO CONTROL CLUB, RC car racing 10am most Sundays, (sea-sonal) private race track, also Rock Crawling and RC Heli Flying, contact [email protected]

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.

SUNDAY WORSHIP, St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Slocan, 2 p.m.

UNITY CENTRE of the Kootenays, 905 Gordon Rd. Broader Horizons. Back door, 11 a.m. Everyone welcome.

NELSON AA - Sunday Morning 10 a.m. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St.

NELSON UNITED CHURCH service, 10 a.m. 602 Silica St. All are welcome.

ASCENSION LUTHERAN CHURCH Service 10:15 a.m. 1805 Silverking Rd. You are welcome. 352-2515

ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH Everyone welcome to 4 p.m. worship 21 Silica St. 354-3308

SAHAJ MARG group meditationplease phone: Eleanor 352-3366 or Sarah 354- 9496

CRAWFORD BAY SUNDAY Markets: July and August 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Crawford Bay Park. [email protected] or 250-227-9205/6806

DROP IN ULTIMATE frisbee Lakeside soccer fields, 3:30 p.m.

MondaysALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS open meeting. 7:00 p.m. Passmore Hall, 3656 Old Passmore Road. F-Troop Meeting 8 p.m. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St.

REDFISH BADMINTON Ages 15 to 90 Mon Thurs 6:30 p.m. $3 drop in. Call 229-4346 or 229-4343 for more details.

MT. SENTINEL SCHOOL South Slocan Badminton Mon Wed 7:30 p.m. 359-7610

OPEN HOUSE, Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre. Meditation instruc-tion and practice 7 p.m; talk and discussion 8 p.m; tea 9 p.m. 444 Baker St. www.nelsonbuddha.com

BAHA’I COMMUNITY OF NELSON Please join us for prayers and an introduction to the Baha’i faith 7 p.m 354-0944

DIAPER FREE BABY / ELIMINATION Communication Support Circle, 4th Monday of each month 10 - 12 a.m. at The Family Place 312 Silica St.

HERITAGE HARMONY Barbershop Chorus. Welcoming anyone! Tim 250-825-9694 or John 250-352-6892

NELSON SCOTTISH COUNTRY Dancing 7-9 p.m. Central School gym. Beginners welcome, first class free.

SHOTOKAN KARATE 5-7p.m. St. Joseph’s school gym 523 Mill Street

NELSON BADMINTON CLUB meets at Mary Hall Gymnasium, 7 - 9 p.m. Everyone welcome. Anne 250-352-7536 Guy 250-352-6330

DROP IN GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP. 7-9 p.m. at Broader Horizons, 905 Gordon Road, back door .

TuesdaysDOES SOMEONE YOU LOVE suffer from an Eating Disorder? Need Support? Last Monday of the month 7-9 p.m. 352-9598 after 6 p.m. or [email protected] for more info.

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? Meetings: Lunch Bunch at Noon and open meeting at

ALL AGES OPEN MIC every Tuesday at the CocoaNut Lounge. 6-10 p.m. Hosted by Rob Funk

YOUNG FELLOWS OFF BOOZE AA Meeting 8 p.m. The Cellar. 717A Vernon St.

AA TARRY ENG- RUSSIAN GROUP Brent Kennedy School, 7 p.m. Slocan Junction.

Wed. Oct. 7 SENIOR CITIZENS’ Br.#51717 Vernon St., monthly meetingWednesday, October 7, 1:30 p.m. All Seniors Welcome!

Thurs. Oct. 8CHARLIE RUSSELL PRESENTS: “The Edge of Eden: Living with Grizzlies” Oct 8, 7 p.m. the Capitol MINGLE-INC, COCKTAIL LOUNGE evening for women in business. Louie’s Lounge, Nelson 5- 7 p.m. www.freshblend.ca

Sat. Oct. 102ND ANNUAL PUMPKIN auction Cottonwood Farmers market i, starting at Noon.

Sun. Oct. 11HERITAGE HARVEST FAMILY Day A Fun Filled Afternoon of Traditional Crafts and Seasonal Activities. Presented at Touchstones Nelson Noon to 4 p.m.

Tues. Oct. 13SPEAK UP TO CREATE More Rentals in Nelson. Inviting all citizens of Nelson to join us, as it will help more homeowners create apartments to rent. City Hall Council Chambers 6 p.m.

Wed. Oct. 14ACING YOUR INTERVIEW free workshop. Learn effective interviewing skills Registration/information 250-352-6200 or [email protected] www.kcds.caFILM AND COMMUNITY Forum, Love and Fearlessness by Andrew Ainsley, about the fight of Victoria’s homeless community, 7 p.m. at TNT Theatre at the corner of Ward and Carbonate St.

Thurs. Oct. 15‘STARTING OUT RIGHT’ Pre-Conference, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Prestige Lakeside Resort For information, contact 250 352 6786, successby6wk.com‘STAYIN’ ALIVE COMEDY Revue, with Richard Rowberry, Jane Sinclair, and Taylor Lewis, advance tickets: $15 available at Eddy Music and Reo’s - $18 at the door. Showtime is 8pm October 15th to 17th and 22nd to 24thCO-OP PROMISE - A Talk with Nicole Chaland 7 p.m. Best Western Baker Street Inn.

Fri. Oct. 16BEYOND THE WANT ADS free workshop on finding work in Nelson. Registration/information 352-6200 or [email protected] THREADS CLOTHING Sale and CT Scanner Fundraiser! Don’t miss Fine Threads Clothing’s Studio Show and Sale. Unique Original Wearable Art featuring artistically embroidered garments in womens and unisex styles. 10% of show sales to the CT Scanner fundraiser! OCt 16 & 17, Nelson Meeting Library Room.

Fri. Oct. 16WORLD FOOD DAY Fundraiser for the Nelson Food Cupboard. 6 p.m. Nelson United Church, 602 Silica Avenue. For information, contact Laura Gareau at 354-1633 or [email protected].‘STAYIN’ ALIVE COMEDY Revue, with Richard Rowberry, Jane Sinclair, and Taylor Lewis, October 15th to 17th and 22nd to 24th. See Oct 15th for details.

Art ShowingsPAINTINGS OF EXPLORATION and Discovery Acrylic Paintings by Marilyn McCombe, until Nov. 15th Dancing Bear InnPOWERS THAT BE: New Works by K.Bullaro until October 16 at OURGLASS Studio & GalleryROW: REFLECTIONS ON WATER, Touchstones Gallery, until November 22.

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Richard Rowberry, left, Jane Sinclair and Taylor Lewis prepare for the Comedy Revue, which starts off the brand new Arts and Heritage Festival in Nelson.

CHRIS SHEPHERD

A reason to visitArts and Heritage Festival organizer wants to create a reason to visit Nelson in the fall

Comedy RevueThursday, Oct. 15 to Saturday, Oct. 17 and Thursday, Oct. 22 to Saturday, Oct. 24, 8 p.m. at the TNT Playhouse, at the corner of Ward and Carbonate streets

Storytelling Festival and Kootenay Artisan’s Market Friday, Oct. 23, 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 24, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 25, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Prestige Lakeside Resort, 701 Lakeside Dr.

Richard Rowberry wants the first-ever Nelson Arts and Heritage Festival to become a major draw for tourists.

Rowberry likens the arts to the bread and milk tucked away in the back of a grocery store. Every body goes into the grocery store to get milk but they’ll spend money on other things while they’re there. Rowberry wants the Nelson Arts and Heritage Festival to draw people to Nelson (the grocery store) and have them spend money throughout the commu-

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nity.“People from Deluth

don’t say, ‘I hear there’s a great Wal-Mart in Nelson,” says Rowberry. “They need a reason to come here and we can provide a reason to come here.”

This year’s festival is a more modest one than Rowberry had originally envisioned. Grants from the federal and provin-cial governments didn’t come through as he expected, so he’s had to scale back his plans.

The festival starts off with a night of comedy as Rowberry, Jane Sinclair and Taylor Lewis per-

form sketches by David Ives, David Mamet and Anton Checkov.

Overlapping with the revue is the Storytelling Festival and Kootenay Artisan’s Market.

Rowberry wants the Storytelling Festival to inspire locals to see the possibility of creating a festival in Nelson dur-ing the fall. The region has no problem draw-ing people to the area in summer and winter, but fall and spring are lacking in attractions, Rowberry says.

The stories will be interspersed throughout the day, giving shoppers at the artisan’s market a break from shopping.

The market is orga-nized by the Nelson and District Arts Council and Kathy Hartley, executive director of the arts council, says Rowberry’s festival is a good match for the mar-ket. The market is a jur-ied event and includes local arts and crafts and live entertainment (in addition to Rowberry’s storytellers).

Hartley agrees with Rowberry when he says there’s a need for a fall festival in Nelson.

“The artists are des-perate for an outlet for their talent,” she says.

People from Deluth don’t say, ‘I hear there’s a great Wal-Mart in Nelson. They need a reason to come here and we can provide a reason to come here.

Richard Rowberry

Cultural forum on waterThursday, Oct. 8, tour starts at 6 p.m., keynote discussion runs from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Hume Hotel, 422 Vernon St.

Robert Sandford, Canadian chair of the United Nations International Decade “Water for Life” is the keynote speaker for this even, done in conjunction with ROW: Reflections on Water.

Sandford has dedicated his life to water issues in western Canada and around the world. How the world’s water crisis will effect Canada is of primary concern to him.

He will be joined by Kindy Gosal, direc-tor of water and the environment for the Columbia Basin Trust an Julie Castonguay, a local artist. Mike Stolte, executive direc-tor of the Centre for Innovative and Entrepreneurial Leadership will moder-ate the night.

Gosal works to bring greater under-standing and build collective wisdom around water and watershed issues in the Columbia Basin. He works with com-munities to prepare and adapt to climate changes that are impacting the basin eco-system.

Castonguay is an artist and forester

whose photographic installations give voice to her concerns about our relation-ship to the natural world and the irrevers-ible changes we intend to make to it.

Heritage Harvest Family Day Sunday, Oct. 11, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Touchstones Nelson, 502 Vernon St.

Touchstones Nelson celebrates Thanksgiving and National Children’s Day with a new program from its popular Family Days Workshop Series.

While the turkey is roasting in the oven, bring the family to Touchstones Nelson for a day of seasonal activities.

Children will be taught how to make traditional corn husk dolls by creatively twisting and tying corn husks and silk together. They will also be taught how to carve apple heads which will become more and more ghoulish as Halloween night approaches.

Children will be invited to compete in a wild pumpkin decorating contest and par-ticipate in a sticky-bun on a string activity.

This event is by donation and a portion of the proceeds raised over the course of the day will be used to support the CT scanner fundraiser. All ages are welcome.



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Quartango Friday, October 23, 2009, 8 pmThe first concert in this season’s Premier Performance Series.Vancouver based Quartango is comprised of four highly accomplished musicians bound by their shared passion for the tango.

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AriesMarch 21 - April 19Watch out for an unexpected change this week! Circumstances beyond your control may force you to take some undesirable actions right. You may have to suddenly move or be forced to stay in a relation-ship with an undesirable person. Enjoy the ride and find solace knowing that your frustrations will come to an end soon.

TaurusApril 20 - May 20Time to let go of your attachments that are creating problems and anxiety in your life. You may find this difficult, but know that by accepting ourselves for who we truly are without being influenced by outer forces we can bring peace and calm into our lives. Enjoy some music, light some candles, relax with yourself.

GeminiMay 21 - June 20This is a great time to get explore some activities that connect the mind to body. You may realize that there are events in your life beyond your control. By remain-ing connected to yourself and aware of your body and feelings, you will find peace within the chaos and empower yourself to do something about it.

CancerJune 21 - July 22This is a good time to feel confident about yourself. By taking pride in your achievements, you will allow your self-confidence to grow. Look at what has worked for you in the past and apply these principles to your cur-rent projects. You will inspire others by your actions.

LeoJuly 23 - August 22This is a good time for a change of residence. If you have been thinking of moving, this is the time to act. If you are hesitating on making a decision and do not go through with it, you may end up regretting this later. The problems you have speculated will work themselves out. This is a time for action, not hesitation.

VirgoAugust 23 - Sept 22This is a good time to come up with creative solu-tions to any serious obstacle that come in your way. Challenges are a part of life. By learning to overcome these challenges, you will cultivate much satisfaction and resilience to problems that may arise again. It is helpful to go for the least complicated solution at this time.

LibraSept 23 - Oct 23This is a good time to bring closure to anything that needs to be completed or resolved your in life. This can refer to relationships or projects. You will have to focus. Be reasoning and decisive. By exercising these attri-butes, you will develop a sense of resilience. You know the best way to bring closure to your matters.

ScorpioOct 24 - Nov 21Be careful this week as you make be prone to making mistakes. This could be because you are feeling angry, jealous or fearful. Your mistakes will not be serious, but add annoyance to your life, for example locking your keys in your car. Beware of feeling self-absorbed. Remain aware of other people and the environment around you.

SagittariusNov 22 - Dec 21It is important right now to consider the opinion of oth-ers by taking a fair and balanced view of a situation. You may have to restrain some fiery emotions, but this restraint will help you solve any problem that arises. It will help you to understand that there is more than one right way to accomplish things.

CapricornDec 22 - Jan 19As long as your own actions have been just recently, you will be able to avoid the consequences of an unfair situ-ation. If you feel like you are stuck right now in a nega-tive situation, know that this will soon sort itself out. More good can likely come your way soon as long as you stay true to your beliefs.

AquariusJan 20 - Feb 18If you have been waiting for an answer whether you applied for a new job, school, or a date, you will receive positive news. Eventually things may work out as you have hoped. This is also a good time to seek advice or ask favours. People around you are willing to help.

PiscesFeb 19 - Mar 20You may be experiencing a heightened sense of self-awareness this week. This will be able to help you gain a deeper understanding of your situation. Balance this with some practical analysis and you will be able to perceive the outcome of the situation. Use this foresight when you are making decisions.

October 7 - 13, 2009

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Little Miss Higgins with Steve PoltzSaturday, Oct. 10, 8 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre

The first season perfor-mance as part of the Capitol Theatre subscription series brings together two singer songwriters in an eclectic evening of music.

With thousands of songs

under his belt and a lifetime on the road beneath his feet, Steve Poltz has tasted every ripe and swollen fruit avail-able to a world-class musi-cian. He is, for instance, the only songwriter to write songs with Mojo Nixon and Jewel (the latter became the longest running song in the history of the Billboard Top 100). And that’s far from the only plume in his fedora.

Poltz has also released a series of solo albums that have garnered him world-wide acclaim with songs

prominently featured in movies such as Notting Hill and television shows like Dawson’s Creek, to name a couple.

Little Miss Higgins who hails from Nokomis, Saskatchewan, a Canadian prairie town (population: 400) between Saskatoon and Regina, has been hav-ing a spectacular 2008. Her country blues album Junction City was nomi-nated for Blues Album of the Year at the 2008 Juno Awards. This petite 5’2”

singer/guitarist also recently won the Favourite Blues Artist/Group or Duo of the Year at the Canadian Music Industry’s 8th Annual Indies Awards this past March in Toronto. The album has also been nominated for the 2008 Western Canadian Music Awards under Outstanding Blues Recording. Last year saw Little Miss Higgins with an Indies Award in Blues Song of the Year with her track “In The Middle of Nowhere.”

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Come have a “rockin” good time at the Nelson Curling Club this winter!

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Nelson Nordic Ski ClubSki Swap, Annual General Meeting & Pre-Season Membership DriveSunday, November 1, 2009 at the Nelson Rod and Gun Club (701 Railway Street, Nelson)

Drop off items for sale between 9 and 10 amAnnual General Meeting: 10-11 am. Anyone attending the AGM will be the fi rst to the Ski Swap.

Ski Swap: 11 am - 12:30 pm Pay-out to sellers: 12:45 - 2 pm*Equipment left at the swap will be donated to a local charity* ��

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PRE-SEASON (discounted) MEMBERSHIPSame location! New times!

At the Nelson Trading Co., 402 Baker St.Thurs. to Sat. Oct. 29-31, 9:30 am - 5:30 pm(Swap Meet) Sun. Nov. 1, 11 am - 2 pm

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• 15% of sold merchandise goes to the club• $5 for unsold items• sell cross-country, telemark and touring equipment• sell ski clothing

If you would like to helep out at either one of these venues call 354-4299 or email [email protected]. Visit us at www.nelsonnordicski.ca

MEMBERSHIP

Thurs. to Sat. Oct. 29-31, 9:30 am - 5:30 pm

• sell cross-country, telemark and touring equipment

If you would like to helep out at either one of these venues call 354-4299

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The Unmistaken ChildWednesday, Oct. 7, 7:30 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre, 421 Victoria St.

The Unmistaken Child is a documentary that follows the four year search for the reincarnation of the world-renowned Tibetan master Lama Konchog who passed away in 2001 at 84. His devoted disciple Tenzin Zopa is charged by His Holiness the Dalai Lama to search for his master’s reincarnation, taking him on an unforgettable quest on foot, mule and helicop-ter, through breathtaking landscapes and remote tra-ditional Tibetan villages.

Rated G, run time 102 minutes.

Crossing BordersThursday, Oct. 8, 7 p.m. at Studio 80, Selkirk College’s Tenth Street Campus on the corner of Tenth and Elwin streets in Nelson

The last time Vancouver diva and pianist Jennifer Scott visited Nelson, she played to a sold out crowd in Studio 80. Now, Scott and her latest passion, the band Crossing Borders, is about to make a one-night only appearance in Nelson.

Crossing Borders is an international group who’s music is cool, intimate, swinging and soulful.

Crossing Borders is comprised of Canadian jazz greats Jennifer Scott, (bassist) Rene Worst, (gui-tarist) Scott Sorkin and highly respected American musicians (saxophonist) Kristen Strom and (drum-mer) Steven J. Parish.

General admission is $10.

Thanks For Giving DubstepThursday, Oct. 8 at the Spiritbar, 422 Vernon St.

Trill Bass is ready to touch down in the Kootenays for the first time ever and has prepared brand new music to debut on this fine evening.

From the corner to the block, the members of Trill Bass have been putting it down for years. This hard hitting group has one shared life mission: to produce and deliver hard hitting, head banging, chest romping bass to the masses.

Robb GFriday, Oct. 9 at the Spiritbar, 422 Vernon St.

Robb G is literally “in” the music when he’s on stage, dripping with sweat as he screams at the

crowd, possessed by the music while he throbs in a head banging body thrash. Known for his speedy beat matching and continuously layered mixing, after see-ing him live, there is no questioning that Robb G is a man who truly loves what he does.

He landed his first regu-lar gig at the young age of 15 and since then has performed across the U.S., in Europe and in over 35 Canadian cities.

$10 at the door.

Jennifer Craig launches book on vaccination researchFriday, October 9, 7:30 p.m. at the Oxygen Art Centre, 320 Vernon, alley entrance

Jennifer Craig launch-es her latest book, Jabs, Jenner & Juggernauts: A Look at Vaccination.

The book is a personal account of her findings, representative of years of firsthand experience and research into the practice of vaccination.

As a retired nurse, homeopath, writer, PhD, and grandmother, Craig has spent a lifetime working with the public health sys-tem in hospitals and medi-cal schools. Jabs challenges the medical establishment as it brings to the public eye concealed facts about the history of vaccines, their actual contents, and the multibillion dollar industry that supports them.

“I wrote it as an under-standable book for parents,” says Craig. “I went back to the beginning, to Lady Mary Wortley Montagu, who introduced smallpox inocu-lations to England in 1718. I wrote the book chronologi-cally, using interviews with living and deceased people, using their words. There are graphs and charts, photo-graphs, and personal stories; it’s a very readable format.”

This book launch is part of the Oxygen Art Centre Ideas Café series.

For more information visit www.oxygenartcentre.org.

Beats Working, Dexter and Mr. Smith & guestsFriday, Oct. 9 at The Royal on Baker, 330 Baker St.

DJs Dexter and Mr. Smith certainly do not need introduction. Both have been blowing up dance floors in Nelson and Canada wide for the last six years. These two are

know to cover a vast array of musical styles. Including electro, funk, mash up, detroit booty , some old forgotten favourite or some dusty dance floor gem. They are known for their ability to blend effortlessly eras and genres to create an unrivalled party vibe.

SmallTown DJsSaturday, Oct. 10, 10 p.m. at the Spiritbar, 422 Vernon St.

If your ears work, you can’t not have fun at a Smalltown DJs gig. That’s a scientific fact. Look it up. The Canadian duo’s uncanny ability to make crowds feel like school kids at recess stems naturally from their focus on maxi-mizing fun for themselves. In their focus on music as a means of letting loose and having fun, Smalltown DJs are like the KISS of dance music. Actually, KISS are too theatrical. They’re more like AC/DC. Meets Raffi. At a water-slide park.

Equally at home play-ing intimate private jams or massive festivals, Smalltown DJs have have hosted and played along-side a huge array of talent, including Diplo, Tommie Sunshine, Chromeo, The Rub DJs, A-Trak, XXXchange, Z-Trip, Fort Knox Five, and more.

Smalltown DJs’ quest to maximize fun for them-selves and others is an ongoing saga. They con-tinue to tour relentlessly.

Tickets are $20 at the Hume Hotel.

Scott SassamanSaturday, Oct. 10, 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Cottonwood Falls Market

Scott Sassaman shares his soul-full folk/funk/rock original music.

The ShirleysSunday, Oct. 11, 8:30 p.m. at The Velvet Underground,646 Baker St.

The Shirleys are seven soulful women singing aca-pella.

They will inspire and delight with a performance that fights against injus-tice, intolerance, hopeless-ness and despair. They will fill the room with their humour, passion and

enthusiasm.Singing everything from

Cuban Carnival music and tragic Russian love songs to sweet Mandarin flirtations and wrench-ing Appalachian protests, their harmonies are com-plex, the arrangements original and the songs are in at least seven different languages. They have been carefully selecting songs from around the world that reflect humanity’s common hopes and aspirations for a better, more joyful world.

Tickets are $13 at Boutique Music and Eddy Music, $15 at the door.

John StowellWednesday, Oct. 14, 7:30 p.m. at Studio 80, Selkirk College’s Tenth Street Campus on the corner of Tenth and Elwin streets in Nelson

Jazz guitar great,John Stowell makes it a point to periodically visit Nelson, one of his favourite haunts.

This time he comes to play in concert with faculty members.

He’s recorded and played with Milt Jackson, Lionel Hampton, Art Farmer, Herb Ellis, Billy Higgins, Richie Cole, Paul Horn, Dave Liebman and many others (including local Cheryl Hodge, who has co-written and pro-duced an album with John, called, Heres and Theres.

General admission is $10.

Scottish country dancingStarts Monday, Oct. 19, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Central School Gym, 811 Stanley St. (use the Mill Street entrance)

Scottish country dancing is a social dance that orga-nizers say is simple, easy to learn steps and that uses a sequence of formations to create a number of danc-es, some from traditional

sources and lots from mod-ern sources.

This marks the return of classes and beginners are encouraged to try out the reels, jigs and strathspeys of Scottish country dancing. A partner is not required.

Classes run every Monday.

For more information contact Kathy at 359-7545, June at 352-1836, or Beverly at 352-7850.


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DeepTissue, Shiatsu, Reflexology, Bliss, Certified - Niko ...... 551-2577Rolf Structural Integration, www.gravitytherapy.com......352-6611ChiropracticMcKenzie Community Chiropractic ........................... 352-1322CoachingRichard Klein, Stress Reduction Coach ..........................352-3280Shayla Wright certified coach/mentor ..........................352-7908Symbols Way-finding your answers. Raya Kelson ...... 505-5004ColonicsHydrotherpy, Detoxification, Nutrition. U. Devine ...............352-6419Counselling & ConsultationSally Shamai, MEd, RCC, EMDR and more .................. 1-877-688-5565Dienna Raye, MA., Counsellor and Life Coach ....................... 352-1220Vic Neufeld, MA, RCC, ([email protected]) ........................ 229-5487Gail Novack, MEd. Counselling, Grief & Loss .........................505-3781Feldenkrais MethodFeldenkrais Works! Susan Grimble, 30 yrs exp. ..... 352-3449Physical Problems & Nothing has worked? Give me call and let’s get moving! Call Hilary ......................................354-7616Hair CareFront St Hair Studio, The Key to Beauty..................354-1202

Holistic HealthNelson Pranashakty, Jothi Light Reiki Healing............505-7832Raya Kelson, Natural Healing Practice. Activate your healing potential www.quantumtouch.com ..................... ......505-5004HomeopathyBarbara Gosney CCH RS Hom Cdn 12 yrs. exp...........354-1180HypnotherapySharon Best, Certified Adv. Hypnotherapist .......... 354-7750Irene Mock, Reg. www.kootenayhypnotherapy.com 352-7035Massage ServicesA Touch Of Aloha, Lomi, Cranio, Reflexology .......................229-4424Ginger Joy Rivest, Neuro Somatic Therapy ...................505-4284Palliative Massage Course, July 3-10, 2009 ...............1-800-611-5788Power Essentials, True Aromatherapy & Massage ...............505-4144Neuro Somatic, Cranio, Reiki, Deep tissue, Paule ............... 505-5264RUBITIN Mobile/Studio, Deep T., Neuro, Sports ...................352-6804NutritionistsTara Stark, RD, Nutrition Counselling ......................... 505-9854PharmacyRemedy’s RX Custom Compound 737 Baker St. .... 352-6928 PilatesKootenai Pilates 540 Baker St. ............................... 352-1600ReflexologyMountain Waters Spa, 205 Victoria St ..........................352-3280ShiatsuKimberly Davitsky, RST at Shalimar Spa .............. 354-4408Social WorkVal Amies, BSW, RSW, Counselor .............................505-8044SpasMountain Waters Spa, 205 Victoria St .................................352-3280 Nelson’s Aveda Concept SalonSpa ................................354-4487Shalimar Health Spa, Voted Nelson’s Best Spa ...........354-4408Tai ChiDaphne Fields, MEd., Valhalla-Tai-Chi ..............................355-2854YogaOm Yoga 3067 Heddle Rd.,6-Mile, omyogasixmile.com.. ....... 825-0011

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This year’s flu clinics will roll out in three stages in order to provide the best protection for all age and risk groups.

Beginning the week of Tuesday, Oct. 13, sea-sonal flu shots will be available for those 65 and older and those living in long-term care facilities. Later this year, H1N1 vaccine will be available free to everyone who needs and wants to be vac-cinated. Early in the New Year, after the H1N1 campaign is finished, seasonal flu vaccines will be available for all risk groups.

Getting your seasonal flu shot and your H1N1 flu shot will help protect you and those around you from getting sick this year. All forms of influenza are highly contagious and the leading cause of preventable death due to infectious dis-ease in Canada. The flu spreads when a person comes into contact with droplets that escape when an infected person coughs or sneezes.

Hand washing, proper coughing and sneez-ing etiquette and staying home when you are sick will help stop the spread of the flu. “Hand washing is particularly important, since you can spread the flu even before you have symptoms,” adds Dr. Paul Hasselback, medial health officer for Interior Health. “That’s why it’s important to wash your hands throughout the day. Getting a flu shot will also help protect you and those around you – at home, school, work and in the community. And remember, if you or members of your family are sick, stay home and please do not send ill children to day cares or schools.”

Information on all flu clinics and at-risk groups eligible for free seasonal flu vaccine, will be posted on Interior Health’s website. To find the clinic nearest you, simply visit the Flu Locator at www.immunizebc.ca, contact your local Public Health Centre or watch for advertising in your local media.

For more information visit HealthLink BC at www.healthlinkbc.ca or call 8-1-1.

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Annual seasonal flu and H1N1 flu clinics starting soon

Dementia/Alzheimer caregiver education Thursdays, Oct. 22, 29, Nov. 5, Nov. 12, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Selkirk College’s Silver King Campus

The Alzheimer Society and Selkirk College are offering an education course for those caring for someone with dementia.

This is a four session series for caregivers of people with Alzheimer dis-ease or related dementias. Topics will include the dif-ference between dementia and Alzheimer disease, communication, behaviour, effects of stress and loss, taking care of yourself and planning for the future.

Registration is $35. Call 352-6601 to register. For more info, call 352-6788 or email [email protected].

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dennis keithley, r.m.t. since 1983, b.sc. (kinesiology)

available evenings and weekends by appointment

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H E A LT H C A L E N D A Rd ro p - i n c l a s s e s a n d eve n ts

WednesdaysSHANTI YOGA STUDIO12 - 1:30 p.m. Invigorating Anusara Yoga, Elissa5:30 - 7 p.m. Rejuvanitive Soma Yoga, Shayla7:15 - 8:45 p.m. - Invigorating Flow Yoga, LindsayTRANSCENDENDENT COMBAT SPORTS6 p.m. Kickboxing. 7 p.m. Submission Grappling. Join the evolution! 250-509-1606, Summit Health & Fitness.BELLYFIT FUSION FITNESS7 - 8 p.m. at the Moving Centre. Call Heather, 354-0492KOOTENAI PILATES CENTRE8:30 a.m. Reformer10:15 a.m. Mat Work - Fundamentals12 noon Mat Work - Fundamentals5 p.m. - Mat Work - Intermediate/Advanced540 Baker St (upstairs) 250-352-1600KOOTENAY AKIDO5 - 6 p.m. Kids Class, ages 7-126 - 7:45 p.m. Adult Class213C Baker St. 250-352-3935OM YOGA STUDIO5:30 - 7 p.m. After Work Yoga, Alison6 Mile, 3067 Heddle Rd, 250-825-0011, [email protected]’I COMMUNITY OF NELSON7 p.m. 1920 Falls St. 354-0944Join us for an introduction to the Baha’i Faith.

ThursdaysSHANTI YOGA STUDIO10 - 11:30 a.m Prenatal Yoga, Anna12 - 1:30 p.m. Power Yoga, Valerie, New Class!5:30 - 7 p.m. - Hatha Yoga, Karuna7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Feldenkrais, HilaryKOOTENAI PILATES CENTRE8:45 a.m. - Mat Work - Fundamentals10:15 Mat Work - Fundamentals10:30 a.m. - Reformer12 noon Mat Work - Experienced Beginner12 noon Reformer540 Baker St (upstairs) 250-352-1600APPLIED COMBAT MARTIAL ARTS6:30 - 8 pm. Adult class525 Josephine Street, Information call 250-352-0459feldenkrais classes 11 a.m. - 12 noon Relieve pain and stress. 206 Victoria Street, 30 years experience. First class free. Individual sessions available. Susan Grimble 250-352-3449EMOTIVE MOVEMENTS5 - 6:30 p.m. Dance Foundations, All LevelsMoving Centre, Pamela 352-1795, [email protected] prayer clinicSummer Hours 6 - 8 p.m. A ministry of Eleos Centre. 711, 10t St., Nelson 250-352-0300 for more information.OM YOGA STUDIO10 - 11:30 a.m. Gentle/Restorative Hatha, Alison1 - 2 p.m. Feldenkrais, Hilary5:30 - 7 p.m. Hatha Vinyasa Yoga, Jenna6 Mile, 3067 Heddle Rd, 250-825-0011 [email protected] KARATE2:30 - 3:45 p.m. Kids, 6 - 7 p.m. AdultsBlewette Elementary School, Keith Clughart, 551-3345WALK-IN PRAYER CLINIC6:30-8 pm. At ministry of Eleos Centre, 711 10th Street, Nelson 250-352-0300 for more information.FELDENKRAIS CLASSES7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Reduce your stress, improve your health. Curves, 512 Fall St. Judy Katz 352-3319, [email protected], First class free.MOM AND CHILDREN DANCE SPACE 10:30 a.m - noon Ages 0-7 & prenatalStudio Alive, 1209 Falls St. Slava, 352-0047GYPSY SKIRT DANCE FOLK FUSION6 - 7:30 p.m. Studio Alive, 1209 Falls St. Slava 352-0047RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS3-4:00 p.m. Beginner ages 6 & up4-5:30 p.m. Performance Group ages 8 & up S.Nelson, Rhythmic Dimensions 505-1812QI-GONG & CHEN TAI CHI7 - 8 p.m. at the Central School Gym. Info 250-505-4562 Chris GibsonFELDENKRAIS: Healing Your Back Neck and Shoulders7:15 - 8:15 p.m., Feldenkrais Centre 206 Victoria [email protected], 352-3449

FridaysSHANTI YOGA STUDIO5 - 7 p.m. Progressive Yoga Series, Elissa7:15 - 8:45 p.m. Deeply Restorative Yoga, YasminKOOTENAY AKIDO4 - 5 p.m. Akido Fun, ages 4-65 -6 p.m. Kids Class, ages 7-126 - 7:45 p.m. Adult Class213C Baker St 250-352-3935TRANSCENDENDENT COMBAT SPORTS6 p.m. Combat cardio, join the evolution of mixed martial arts 250-509-1606. Located at Summit Health & Fitness

Fridays (cont inued)FELDENKRAIS: Healing Your Back Neck and Shoulders11 a.m. - 12 p.m., Feldenkrais Centre 206 Victoria [email protected], 352-3449NELSON BREASTFEEDING CLINIC9:30 - 11:30 a.. Free drop-in Nelson Health Unit, 2nd fl oor Kutenai Building, 333 Victoria Street, more info 250-505-7200

SaturdaysSHANTI YOGA STUDIO10 - 11:30 a.m. Rejuvanitive Soma Yoga, Shayla12 - 1:30 p.m. Hatha Flow, CindyKOOTENAY AKIDO9:30 a.m. Introductory Session starts Jan 13 with Anita Werner 213C Baker St. 250-352-3935

SundaysSHANTI YOGA STUDIO12 - 1:30 p.m. Invigorating Anusara Yoga, ElissaOM YOGA STUDIO7 -9 p.m. Kirtan: Sanskrit Call/Response Chanting, Alison6 Mile, 3067 Heddle Rd, 250-825-0011 [email protected]

MondaysSHANTI YOGA STUDIO12 - 1:30 p.m. Invigorating Yoga, Sharon1:45 - 2:45 p.m. Feldenkrais, Hilary5:30 -&:30 Progrssive Yoga Series, EllisaKOOTENAI PILATES CENTRE8:30 a.m. Reformer10:15 a.m. Mat Work - Fundamentals12 noon Mat Work - Fundamentals5 p.m. Mat Work - Intermediate/Advanced5 p.m. Reformer6:15 p.m. Mat Work - Fundamentals540 Baker St (upstairs) 250-352-1600TRANSCENDENDENT COMBAT SPORTS6 p.m. Kickboxing, 7 p.m. Submissions Grappling. Join the evolu-tion 250-509-1606. Located at Summit Health & FitnessKOOTENAY AKIDO6 - 7:45 p.m. Adult Class213C Baker St 250-352-3935CONTACT IMPROVISATION DANCE JAM7:30 - 9 p.m. all levels welcome, live musicians welcome. The Moving Centre, 533A Baker St. Info 250-352-3319 JudyOM YOGA STUDIO7 - 8:30 p.m. Yoga for Women, Alison6 Mile, 3067 Heddle Rd, 250-825-0011 [email protected] KARATE2:30 - 3:45 p.m. Kids6 - 7 p.m. AdultsBlewette Elementary School, Keith Clughart, 551-3345RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS2:15-3:30 p.m. Beg/Inter ages 6 & up3:30-4:14 p.m. Intro ages 4-5 Redfi sh, Rhythmic Dimensions 505-1812

TuesdaysSHANTI YOGA STUDIO10 - 11:30 a.m. Gentle Yoga, Maureen12 -1:30 p.m. Invigorarting Yoga, Sharon5:30 - 7 p.m. Hatha Yoga, Karuna7:15 - 8:45 New to Yoga, SharonKOOTENAI PILATES CENTRE10:30 a.m. Reformer12 noon Reformer12 noon Mat Work - Experienced Beginner3:45 p.m. Reformer5 p.m. Reformer - Beginner/Intermediate540 Baker St (upstairs) 250-352-1600KOOTENAY AKIDO9:30 a.m. Introductory Session starts Jan 13 with Anita Werner 213C Baker St. 250-352-3935APPLIED COMBAT MARTIAL ARTS6:30 - 8 p.m. Adult Class525 Josephine St. Information call 250-352-0459OM YOGA STUDIO10 - 11:30 a.m. Gentle/Restorative Hatha, Alison5:30 - 7 p.m. Hatha/Vinyasa Yoga, Jenna Arpita,6 Mile, 3067 Heddle Rd, 250-825-0011 [email protected] YOGA with Catherine Leighland11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m.Shambhala Meditation Centre, 444 Baker St., upstairs 352-6132FELDENKRAIS CLASSES7 - 8 p.m. Heal your back. Relieve chronic pain and tension. Selkirk College,Judy Katz, 250-352-3319, [email protected] GYMNASTICS3:15-4:00 p.m. Introductory ages 4-54:00-5:30 p.m. Intermediate ages 8 & up5:30-6:30Inter/adv extra class S. Nelson, Rhythmic Dimensions 505-1812QI-GONG & CHEN TAI CHI7 - 8 p.m. at the Central School Gym. Info 505-4562 Chris Gibson

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Transformational breath classIntroduction on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Kootenay School of the Arts, Rm. 310, by donationCourses on Wednesday, Oct. 14 and Thursday, Oct. 15 at the Moving Centre, 533 Baker St.

Four events over two days with guest facilita-tor Robin Clements from Mexico and local JoAnn Lowell will offer a mixed bag for locals to taste test breath awareness.

Organizers say the Wednesday course will work to change old pat-terns, access authentic feel-ings and to live more deeply from the well of their being. This is offered on a sliding scale from $80 to $100.

Thursday’s class is hands-on and will be offered to healing/yoga practitioners to become more conscious in their breath awareness. The cost is $50.

The final evening event will be a yoga trance dance and is by donation.

For more informa-tion, contact 354-4481 or [email protected].

An evening of prayerThursday, Oct. 15, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Manistone Centre, 212-507 Baker St.

This event is meant to explore the power of thought of words to awaken and inspire healing.

Denise Richard is a Vancouver-based teacher of spiritual and Taoist prac-tices who works with clients privately and in groups to develop energy, heal, and connect with grace.

Shayla Wright lives in Nelson and teaches a range of courses in spiritual and creative studies. Admission by donation.

For more infor-mation, email [email protected] [email protected].

According to the Center for Science in the Public Interest, the average Canadian eats more than double the recommended amount of sodium each day. This means that we should all try to cut the salt in our diets by half.

This is not an easy task, but with salt intake being directly related to high blood pressure and nine out of 10 of us at risk for high blood pressure, we can’t afford not to try to cut back on our salt habit.

Adding little or no salt to the food you prepare can help but most of the salt in our diets comes from res-taurant foods and prepared foods. At the grocery store read nutrition facts tables and choose products that provide 10 per cent or less of your daily value for sodi-um.

Here’s a list of some of the saltiest prepared foods. If you eat them regularly,

Skip the salt

For more information on this topic visit www.wholefoodsnutrition.ca or call 505-9854. Tara Stark is a Registered Dietitian who specializes in helping people optimize their nutritional wellness and prevent

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• ketchup, prepared mustard, soy sauce, steak or barbecue sauce

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or cured meats or fish (such as luncheon meats or canned sardines)

• canned or bottled foods, like soups, pasta sauces, dressings and other packaged convenience foods like rice and noodle mixes

• salted nuts and peanut butter

• salted crackers, chips, popcorn and pretzels.

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AnnouncementsBEAN DREAMING OF Capulin? By the cup at Bean Here Now. We are beside JB Office.

INTERESTED IN THE Catholic Faith? Join our Inquiry Group. Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m. For information call 250-352-7131.ATTENTION RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL SURVIVORS AND DAY SCHOOL STUDENTS! Confused about the Independent Assessment Process (IAP)? Is the Government not answering your questions? Not sure if you qualify? Need help? WeÕve helped over 1700 survivors across Western Canada with their claims. Call now! 1-877-459-2345. Residential School Healing Society.

ArtLOOKING FOR WOMAN’S sewing mannequin good condition reason-able price preferably on stand [email protected]

FULLY EQUIPPED POTTERY studio for rent, shared with one potter. 2 blocks from Baker. $300/mth. 250-354-1648.

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CareersONLINE, ACCREDITED, WEB DESIGN TRAINING. Learn web design from the comfort of your home! Start building your online web presence today! Visit: www.ibde.ca. Space is lim-ited-Apply today!

Car PoolSTUDENT URGENTLY NEEDS ride, Slocan Valley to Nelson arriving 7am Mon-Thurs, Passmore Hwy pickup ideal. 226-6968.

JAMAICAN CATERING IN your home: Restoration cafe chef bringing it to you. Information: 250-505-0751, Irie.

Child CareTUES-FRI (EVERY 2ND FRIDAY off) for my 20 month old son. Daily/weekly pay for loving caregiver. 505-3404/505-5044

ChildrenCHARIOT CHILD TRANSPORT sys-tem c/w bike attachment $20, 250-512-7063

GRACO STROLLER $50, InStep Jogging Stroller $50, Plastic Jungle Gym $20, call 250-352-2441

BABY GATES FOR sale. 1-wooden swing - $30, 1-plastic friction $10. Also booster seat $20. 352-3704.

OLD TONKA TRUCKS. Child’s sleigh. 250-352-5169

Christmas Craft FairsCALL FOR VENDORS: Balfour Hall’s 2 separate Christmas Craft fairs, Nov. 14 or Nov. 21, 9 a.m - 2 p.m. 250-229-5265.

ComputersHC-S (HOME COMPUTING Solutions) Offering reliable and competitively priced PC Support & Computer skills training. From Hardware to Network we come to you’No Solution NO FEE’ Tel#250-505-4940 E-mail [email protected]

INTEL 2.8 GHZ 512 MB 80 GB HD DVDRW 17” Monitor $120 (250) 352-2078

EducationCLASS: JIN-SHIN-DO BODYMIND ACUPRESSURE: Sat Oct 17 10-5:30 $77. Nelson. Pre-register by Oct 12: Dania KalTara, JSDA: 250-354-0413. www.jinshindo.org

FLOWER OF LIFE WORKSHOP Nelson, Nov 13-16, Pre-registra-tion Oct 16, Sacred Geometry/Biology, Mer-Ka-Ba and Earth/Sky Meditations, experiential, opening Heart. Authorized Facilitator Dania KalTara 250-354-0413 www.flow-eroflife.org

LEARN FRENCH: BEGINNER to advanced students, certified French teacher, native French-speaking. MArie 250-505-5325

PRIVATE TEACHER LOOKING FOR a private teacher to teach 2 stu-dents, grades 10&11, 250-837-5452 [email protected]

EARTH COMMUNITY CLAY Studios Enroll in classes for all ages starting September 28. www.earthstudioson-line.com

Employment OpsTHE NORTH WEST Company: Pharmacist Careers in the North! NORTHERN CANADA RETAIL OPPORTUNITIES-The North West Company, the leading provider of food, everyday products in Northern Canada is seeking a full-time Pharmacist for Pharmacy in BUFFALO NARROWS, SK and other pharmacies in Northern Canada. Almost cost free living, fully furnished subsidized housing, food, relocation assistance, retention bonus and paid vacation travel included. Applicants must be able to relocate to Northern Canada. Apply online at www.northwest.ca/careers/canada or Fax: 204-934-1696. For more information call 1-800-782-0391 x1616.

TRANSFORMATIONAL BREATH WAVE Wednesday October 14 9:30am -4:30pm Moving Centre 533 Baker St. (upstairs) Front Studio. Live deeply from the well of your being by experiencing authentic feel-ings, transforming old patterns and renewing the human spirit through conscious breath. Info & registration please call 250-354-4481 or email [email protected] Sliding Scale: $80-120

DON’T FORGET! GET your bids into local businesses for Nelson Grans Silent Auction. Ends Oct. 3rd

PERENNIAL SALE: YOU Dig. All proceeds go to Our Daily Bread. Sat Oct 3 9-11 a.m. 423 Carbonate St.

PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION BY local artist Julie Castonguay -Elephant Mountain Gallery (535 Baker st)until October 16th.

CAREER OPTIONS (KASLO) Learn about programs available to help you re-enter the workforce. 250-353-2618. Selkirk-College

CONSCIOUS BREATH AWARENESS FOR PROFESSIONALS,Therapists, Body Workers, Yoga Instructors Thursday October 15 9:30am-12:30pm Moving Centre 533 Baker St. (upstairs) Front Studio. A hands-on experiential for healing practitioners to become more con-scious & expanded in your breath awareness, with emphasis on tech-niques to pass on in sessions with your clients. Investment: $50 Info & registration please call 250-354-4481 or email [email protected]

FINE THREADS CLOTHING Studio Show and Sale Artistically embroi-dered garments for women and men Great gift ideas; Made in Nelson!; 10% of show sales to CT Scanner. Friday October 16 & Saturday October 17 9am-5pm daily. Nelson Library Meeting Room, Victoria St Entrance. Sneak preview: www.finethreads.ca More Info: 352-2252

INTRODUCTION TO CONSCIOUS BREATH Tuesday October 13 7-10pm Kootenay School of Arts, Rm 310, 602 Victoria St. Live deeply from the well of your being through learning to breathe consciously. Info & registration please call 250-354-4481 or email [email protected] Suggested Donation: $20-25

FINE ARTS & Crafts - Kootenay Artisans Market October 23 - 25th at the Prestige Lakeside Resort.

Financial Services1ST / 2ND / 3rd Mortgages. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. If you own a home, weÕll lend you money. ALPINE CREDITS 1.800.587.2161.

DEBT CONSOLIDATION PROGRAM. Helping Canadians repay debts, reduce or eliminate interest, regardless of your credit. Steady Income? You may qualify for instant help. Considering Bankruptcy? Call 1-877-220-3328 FREE Consultation Government Approved, BBB Member.

$500$ LOAN SERVICE, by phone, no credit refused, quick and easy, payable over 6 or 12 installments. Toll Free: 1-877-776-1660.

FREEFREE CHEST FREEZER, works great. you pick up. 250-359-7478 after 6pm.

WATER BED NEW heater, new blad-der, solid wood frame 352-5496

FREE REGAL XMAS catalog. Call Gail, your Regal representative @ 250-352-4620.

MARTHA STEWART LIVING & Chatelaine magazine back issues in excellent condition phone 250-359-5975 evenings

FREE: WOODEN PLAYSET with slide and swings. Yours to dismantled and move. 352-5245

FurnitureWHITE FRIGIDAIRE ELECTRIC range digital clock display call 352-9824 $150 OBO.

TOP OF TEAK hutch / cabinet - glass shelves and light. Requires slight modification. $175 - 250-352-9267

KITCHEN TABLE, 4 chairs, arborite table top, excellent shape. $100.00 obo 250 229 4650

SOLID OAK CHINA cabinet, wall unit, tv stand, country style kitchen table & chairs, 229-4474

Garage Sales2104 PERRIER RD, Nelson. Furniture, table saw, household, etc. Oct 3 & 4,10-2 p.m. (no early birds)FREE! HOUSE DEMOLITION. Doors, windows, cabinets, electri-cal and plumbing fixtures. Saturday, October 3 and Sunday, October 4; 8 am - 4 pm ONLY. 4270 Sundance Rd between 9 mile and Crescent Beach.

Health & FitnessFREE! 2 CLASSES TaeKwonDo. Monday & Wednesday 6-7:30 pm. North Shore Hall. $35 month. Family Rates AvailableBIODYNAMIC CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY Relieve Stress, Restore Health, Ease & Balance. Practicum sessions (donations-for space) Melody 250-551-4304

HIGH END STATIONARY exercise bike with full cycle computer, like new, only $189. 250-825-4111

FALL SAVINGS!!! 9 weeks for $99. Look great. Feel great. Lose weight. Results guaranteed. Call Herbal Magic 1-800-926-4363 for more information. Limited time offer.

Help WantedNELSON FOOD CUPBOARD Society seeking Coordinator for 1 yr maternity leave with possibility to extend. Necessary skills: grant writ-ing, 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: October 22, 2009. E-mail resume to: [email protected] or mail to: NFCS, 602 Silica St, Nelson, BC V1L 4N1

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Home & GardenWEATHERED WOOD SPINDLES and rails. Call 250.442.8354

2 GALLONS YOLO earth friendly interior paint from Building Tree, warm yellow, Offers? Slava 352 0047

InternetMUTUAL HELP LEARNING com-puter skills using VNC, free software. Overcome isolation call for informa-ton. 250-352-9639

Lost & FoundGERMAN VISITOR LOST Nokia cell phone in Nelson or Slocan Valley. Reward.Call Elisabeth 250-355-2536

WHITE GOLD INTERNALLY engraved wedding band and small diamond commitment band lost at Finleys September 26th. Reward- 250.505.6437

LOST: PENTAX DIGITAL Camera in a pink case Lots of sentimental photos our wedding. Please call 250-505-4350

FOUND GOLD RING with stone @ Extra Foods last week. Phone with description 505.2138FOUND OAKLY SUNGLASSES Sept. 15th, near Finley’s. Call to iden-tify 357-9906

FOUND KITTEN: 7 month old orange male named Minou. Call 352-5771.

LOST ON SEPT 8th from Ward and Mill St. Small, black, medium haired, male cat. Fluffy tail, grey behind ears. 354-3984.

Misc. for SaleNEW GLASS PANELS 3’x 8’, sealed units, tinted, $500. 9 fire rated doors, $30 each 250-226-7990

BACH TR300 TRUMPET. Excellent band student trumpet. Tuned and tweaked. $350 obo. 352-1794.

2 FISH TANKS with pumps, lights plus one large bird cage. $80.00 takes all. Ph: 352-4628

BRAIN JUICER, LIKE new, $200. Shut-off valve, 2” brass, very good condition, $40, 226-7880.

SUNN BASS BIN 2x16” $75. sunroof with bracket $50, serta twin mattress/box $25, 250-825-4256

SMALL FREEZER FOR sale 31 inches wide (7 cu ft?)$100. call 359-7499.

SPORT RACK ROOF box for sale, $500 ($350 new). Missing key. 357-2961

FUTON WOOD FRAME “lightly used” $300, 250-354-5585.

CEMENT MIXER $150 352-1260.

TASTY ORGANIC APPLES, locally grown, .75¢/lb or big box, $20. 505-2060

OAK ROLL TOP desk, very good con-dition, like new. $1500 250-352-2789

BROAN KITCHEN RANGE hood, 30”, $75. 4 shelf patio greenhouse, $55. Both used, never used. 354-1916.

COMPLETE 18VOLT RYOBI Battery Set, 1/2’ drill, circsaw, recipsaw, vacuum and flashlite great condition 354-3793

KITCHENAID GAS STOVETOP, Black $45, Electric stovetop, Black $40 (250) 509-1918

HITACHI REAR-PROJECTION TV, works great, upgrading to Plasma. Includes 13” TV-VCR combo $200. 825-4408

CANON AE1 WITH 50/1.8 & macro 50/3.5 lenses, mint condition, asking $600 OBO. 250-551-9150

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AC/DC 10” COLOUR TV and cable converter with remote $40, SnoRacer sled $10, ph: 250-352-2823

LOVELY WOOD KITCHEN hutch and table, volant shaped skis 182cm.,swivel t.v. stand 250-352-9150

WOMAN’S BOOTS, SIZE 9, Columbia Sportswear, thermolite lining, like-new, Contact Connie 354-4352

USED DISHWASHER, WORKS good $50, upgraded to new appliances. Telus Wireless Router, Brand-new $50. 250-365-7038.

RADIAL ARM SAW $50.00, Band Saw $50.00 Trampoline, new springs, no protector $75.00 250-825-4698

KID’S RED WAGON, small trampo-line-rebounder, speakers, turntable, amplifier, coffee table, microwave cabinet, $30- each, 250-359-7756

WHIRLPOOL DEHUMIDIFIER. BOUGHT for $250, selling for $100. Works excellent but is a loud unit. 352-2879.

USED DOORS- LARGE assortment $10 & up, lateral filing cabinets $100 & up 250-352-7228

SURLY 1X1 SINGLESPEED bike. 18”. Hope disc brakes, Maxxis tires. Barely ridden. Sweet! 250-354-5331.

WASHER AND DRYER good condi-tion $400.00 portapotti never used $75.00 229-4544

1990 PONTIAC TRANSPORT van $450.00, sm.washer and dryer $160.00 woodstove $150.00, golf caddy $100.00 250-352-0746

KENMORE DRYER. ENERGY star rated. Works great. $100obo phone 250-505-5525

8 PERSON HOT tub well maintained with new cover $1500. fiberglass canoe, white $500 both obo 250-352-7655

TWO LOCALLY MADE satin dress-es, worn once each. one is white with spaghetti straps and a plunge back, full skirt (not poofy),$100. the other has a cream bodice, strapless, and a six color paneled skirt, $150. they were made for me and will fit someone of similar size: 5’1” 110lbs, chest 32”. they are languishing in my closet, TAKING OFFERS! jennie 354-7812

LARGE DOG CRATE $20. Rocky Horror album excellent condition $20. Pine book case $25. 250-354-1546.

SOAKER TUB,OFF WHITE, includes all plumbing. Mint shape ask. $150, 226-765031/10 .5 /15LT NOKIAN HAKKAPELIITTA Studless Winters, fits many trucks, look great, good shape (10K,) $350, 250-359-7273

75 CM STARCHOICE sat dish (new)$75.00 Student desk 24X45 c/w drawers $65.00 Ph. Ken 352-0136

SELMER CLARINET, BOUGHT new $450 asking $250 OBO. Barely used! Call (250) 551-1799PLAYPEN/BASSINET, $50.00 COFFEE table $20.00, both excellent condition. (250) 399-4478

USED HOT TUB Seats 5 - 6. Very well maintained. Good cover. $2,200.00 o.b.o. 250-226-7661VINYL RECORDS, TURNTABLES, amps. Buy, sell and trade. Older toys for sale. 226-6783

A FREE TELEPHONE SERVICE - Get Your First Month Free. Bad Credit, DonÕt Sweat It. No Deposits. No Credit Checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines Today Toll-Free 1-866-884-7464.

SAWMILLS FROM ONLY $3,495.00 - Convert your LOGS TO VALUABLE LUMBER with your own Norwood portable band sawmill. Log skidders also available. www.norwoodsawmills.ca/400t - FREE Information: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.HOME PHONE DISCONNECTED? Call HOME PHONE RECONNECT. 1-866-287-1348, Referral Program: Connect NOW for a chance to win an entertainment package! CALL NOW! 1-866-287-1348.A SAFE, PROVEN Restless Leg Syndrome and Leg Cramps Cure That Always Gives You Instant Relief. www.allcalm.com 1-800-765-8660.

Misc. WantedNEEDED: SM.4 BURNER propane cook stove, asap. 250-352-8444

LOOKING FOR A free 3/4 size violin for my daughter. 354-2072.

WANTED TO BUY: old garden trac-tors and small farm eqipment any make/model 250-357-2729

SKIS FOR CHARIOT child carrier wanted. Please call 825-4107

A PRESSURE COOKER for a couple keen ladies, please call Laura 250-505-2947

WINTER TIRES NEEDED MUST be in fairly decent shape size:20570R15 250 358 7262

OLD WOOD STOVE or tin heater for outdoor projects; please call Sim 250-359-7832

HORSE MANURE, AGED preferably, please leave message AT 250-229-5265

LOOKING FOR USED hanging pic-ture frames various sizes. Wood or Metal. Call 250-352-9720

SMALL TUB WANTED, about 3 ft. round, plastic or steel. 226-7880

LOOKING TO BUY low grade HAY to mulch with, 250 226-7993.

WANTED PLOW BLADE for full size truck and/or Bobcat. 354-1020

WANTED: DEWALT CORDLESS drill charger 250-509-0348

VITO ALTO SAX, Needing to sell. Carrying it around for too long. Offers 352-0335

1 STANDARD POWER pole for resi-dential property. 250-354-2945

QUEEN OR DOUBLE bed and/or frame in good condition. call 250-352-0197.

LOOKING FOR PC3200/400 DDR RAM, 256 MB or greater. Also scrap leather. Laran 250-505-5856.

NEWER 9.8 MERC or evinrude out-broad motor. Ph. 250-825-4292

Music & DanceGLACIER HARMONIES WOMAN’S chorus available for bookings parties, special events, Christmas. Dorothy 352-7199.

BACH TR300 TRUMPET. Excellent band student trumpet. Tuned and tweaked. $350 obo. 352-1794.

Misc. WantedMisc. for SaleMisc. for Sale Pets & LivestockMisc. WantedMusic & DanceMORGANA LE FAY the All-Girl Heavy Metal Rock band needs a vocalist, bassist, drummer. Kerry 352-6200

NoticesBEAN HERE NOW is serving Capulin, which is grown closer to Nelson than any other coffee bean. We are beside JB Office.

BEAN HERE NOW serving Capulin, a single origin handcrafted Mexican jungle coffee, at our cantina beside JB Office

NEED HOUSING? GOT Housing? If you’re a woman who’s considered or needs alternative housing, this is for you! Come hear about Habondiaís Community WISH Project! Salmo Community Services Tuesday October 13 1-3pm, Nelson Seniors Hall Friday October 16 7-9pm. 250-352-6688

PersonalsBRIAN--MET YOU ON the beach Sunday afternoon--Dennis. Get in touch at [email protected]

#1 PARDON SERVICE - We can remove your criminal record in 6 months! Receive FREE pardon or waiver evalu-ation. We guarantee it - Ask for details! Call Toll-Free 1-888-646-0747, www.pardons.ca.DATING SERVICE. LONG-TERM/SHORT-TERM Relationships, FREE CALLS, 1-877-297-9883. Exchange voice messages, voice mailboxes.1-888-534-6984. Live adult casual con-versations-1on1, 1-866-311-9640, Meet on chat-lines. Local Single Ladies.1-877-804-5381(18+).

WITHOUT A HOME PHONE?? Call **Home Phone Reconnect** 1-866-287-1348, Referral Program! Connect NOW for a chance to win an entertainment package! CALL NOW! 1-866-287-1348.

Pets & LivestockWANTED FLEMISH GIANT or New Zealand Rabbits Nelson area 229-2222

SALTWATER FISH/REEF ENTHUSIASTS: meet others in the area for sharing info/supplies. email: [email protected] 250-304-3535.

WANTED TO BUY 1 to 3 young rab-bits . call 250-352-0076

UNDER 2 YEAR old Chameleon, 5’ tall plastic cage, Waterfall, large & small cricket cages, light. $220FANTASTIC TENANT SEEKS equally fantastic landlord, clean, safe, space, non-partier, affordable, references. ASAP. Marnie, 250-352-9876

SINGLE MATURE MALE seeking affordable accommodations on fixed income, Balfour to Bleweet. Excellent references, 352-6266

SINGLE MOM OF 1 seeking 2bdrm apt or mobile asap reasonable rent PLEASE 250-352-1621 leave mes-sage

LOOKING FOR A place that is rea-sonable rent 2 bedroom. $500.00-$650.00 utilities included. Castlegar to Playmore junction. 505-3018

ServicesORCA TRUCK FOR HIRE. Will do dump runs, moving, etc. Patrick 505-0612.DAVADEC INTERIOR & EXTERIOR Decorating: wall papering and wall coverings, painting, spraying, varnish & lacquering, drywall repair, tiling and more for all your needs, single room to complete renovation. Colour consultation, free estimates. Friendly, reliable and professional service. ‘English Dave’ at 509-0367 of 505-1141

Sports EquipmentKONA JAKE THE snake 2008 model (cyclo-cross ) can be seen at Gericks Nelson. $1000 firm.

VOLKL GOTAMA TWIN Tip Freeride Skis. Still in factory plastic. 190cm. $600obo. 250-365-2600.

SLICENCE SNOWBOARD 153 cm Option Bindings New $175 250 354 1494

FANTASTIC PAIR OF Sims bindings and a hardly worn pair of women’s size 6 Reichle snowboard boots, i would be delighted by $75 each, or $100 for both, and i am taking offers. jennie 354-7812

THULE CASCADE XT 1500 cargo box. 69”x32”x16.5”. great condition. 2 yrs old. $300. call 505-8192

GIRLS OPTION GT Snowboard for sale Size:151cm - $150 obo. Please contact Mythra @ 551-4499.

TendersHOUSE FOR SALVAGE in Crescent Valley. Call for information 359-7981

TravelDISCOUNT TIMESHARES - Save 60-80% off Retail! Worldwide Locations! Call for Free Info Pack! 1-800-597-9347, www.holidaygroup.com/bcn.

LOOKING TO SELL or rent your time-share or vacation property. Advertise here and reach over 2.5 million BC readers. [email protected] or 1-866-669-9222.

Work WantedARTIST, CREATIVE INDIVIDUAL wants to find more work. Excellent experience in cleaning & is a great team player. Would like to expand into the film making & movie industry! Call Nelson CARES Society at 250-352-6011, ext 15 for more informa-tion.

DILIGENT, HARD WORKING indi-vidual seeking p/t housekeeping work. Follows instructions very well & methodical with tasks. Always punc-tual & reliable! Available for 3-4 hour shifts. Email [email protected] to find out more!

POLITE, FRIENDLY YOUNG man looking for work. Very strong work ethic & great sense of humour. Call 250-352-6011 ext 15 if you are look-ing for someone dedicated to the job. You will not regret it!

FREE CREDIT CARD / FREE Gas with purchase 0 DOWN. Need a Car, Truck, Van, SUV? Auto Credit Fast. Bad credit! No credit! Bankruptcy, Repossession! Credit Counselling! No problem. Call Stephanie today and drive away 1-877-792-0599. Free delivery anywhere. www.autocreditfast.caÊDLN30309.

Boats1975 SANGSTER DOUBLE hull, 65h Mercury motor, on trailer. $2000 obo 354-1020J-24 PERFORMANCE SAILBOAT, sleeps 4, extra sails, 24ft.’ deep water deck at Prestige, paid until April. 410,000 with trailer, $9000 without. 250-359-7878

50/50 PARTNER SOUGHT for 60 ft aft cabin trawlerÊmoored downtown Vancouver. Luxury cruising / accom-modation. Professionally maintained. $225K/half-interest.Ê 604-657-9739.

Cars1991 PONTIAC FIREFLY hatchback, new tires, runs great, 45mpg, new radiator, new brakes, $1195. 250-352-3860

1997 VW GOLF. Runs well, comes with new tires. $4,000.00 (250)359-7386

SELLING 93 VW Golf, high kms, rust, good runner, summers/snows, roof rack included. $850obo. 1-250-353-2439

1995 NEON CHERYSLER needs part $500 obo Khy 250-352-0327

1992 BMW 525I Black, leather, moonroof, set of winters on rims, runs sweet. $5500. 551-1502

2004 MAZDA3 GS, grey, auto/man-ual transmission, 105000km, winter tires, excellent condition, 8700$. Call Philippe 250-505-4390

2007 FORESTER 5 speed, heated seats, 25,000 kms. Excellent con-dition, extended warranty, $24,000 OBO, 250-825-4467.

1990 HONDA CIVIC - runs, needs water pump? selling AS IS for price of tires $400 Anita 250-352-2288

2009 YARIS CE three door 21000km full set of winter tires on rims 250-505-9985

1986 FORD BROUGHAM, midsized, good condition, 4 extra winters on rims, $1495. 250-352-5067

1997 DIESEL JETTA, great condi-tion, winter tires, roof rack, new sus-pension, clutch, more 260000km

2001 HONDA CIVIC $ 5400 obo 4 door, 5 speed, 185,000 km, reliable and great on gas. 250-352-9900

CHRYSLER PT CRUISER , 2001 lim-ited edition, leather seats, moon-roof, tinted windows, A/C, C/C, $4000/obo 250-354-7757

2000 OLDS ALERO 2dr coupe,auto,V6,loaded, custom wheels and tires plus winters $4600 250-352-0191

1994 ACURA INTEGRA red with black interior, 232000 kms, well maintained, CD, asking $2800 250-551-0043

2006 SUBARU IMPREZA: 4dr, awd, 2.5L, 4cyl, standard, excellent condi-tion, 18000kms, $18,000. Call 250-352-0013

1998 SUBARU FORESTER 1owner 5sp 222,000km aircon, racks, ex tires on rims $5,500 obo 3543816

88 EAGLE PREMIER 4 door, runs well, $600 obo, 79 OLDSMOBILE OMEGA runs, new rad & tires $200 250-352-0798

1989 BMW 735 iL, black leather interior 3.5L, lots of power and style. $4000 250-551-1964

2003 VW JETTA diesel, 60 mpg, save $$, ac, good cond., $13,000 call 250-354-2764

1991 CHEVY SPRINT rebuilt motor, new exhaust, batt., tires&brakes. 50m/g. $1500, 250-2294644

R Vs1987 PROWLER TRAVEL trailer, 10 cd player, 3 piece bath, oven, double bed, asking $3800 250-551-2143SUPER-LIGHT CAMPER FOR small truck. Working furnace and stove. Must sell, blowout price $500! (250)505-6600

Sleds/Bikes1996 HONDA REBEL 250cc. Only 4,000km. New tires last fall. Nice Clean Bike. $2600 250-505-5004DOUBLE SNOWMOBILE TRAILER. 6 Months old. Looking to downsize. Possible trade or $2000. Shaun @ 354-7411

1995 SUMMIT 583, 1997 Polaris 700 RMK with double aluminum trailer, $5500, 352-1288 or 352-1260

2005 HONDA SHADOW 1100, excel-lent condition, 14000kms, no dam-age. $6000. Call 359-5971 for more info.

2006 HONDA CRF 250R $5000, 2002 XR50R $1000, excellent con-dition. Adult & kids gear for sale. 352-3526

KID’S ROAD HELMET XS & wetskins m/c rain-suit SM -lightly used- make an offer! Anita 250-352-2288

2005 SUZUKI 650 V-strom. 32,000k. Excellent condition. $5,000. 551-7350.

78 HONDA CM185T Twinstar great condition excellent starter bike $1000 359-6890

Trucks/SUVs/VansCarsAuto Financing Tires/Parts/OtherTires/Parts/OtherSleds/BikesKIDS DIRT DIKE;1991 Honda 50cc, 3 speed-auto, 4 stroke, great first dirt bike, Good Condition, Call 354-3867

Tires/Parts/OtherSMALL SKIDDER INTERNATIONAL, rebuilt winch, 4 chains, ideal for fire-wood and snowplowing asking 10000.obo phone 250-551-9275

WINTER TIRES ON 14” rims for Honda’s cars, set of 4. ONLY $120, call 250-354-9705.

1988 BUICK REGAL Limited edition 2-dr sedan excellent body fully loaded parts $500 OBO 509-1234

TRAILER HITCH - fits Caravan: like new. Paid $170, asking $85. 250-354-1140ECOENGINE, 3-CYLINDER SUZUKI 1.0 litre $700obo, 15,000k rebuilt, 1-800-611-5788.CANOPY-RANGERIDER FITS FULL size pickup. Side access gd con’d. grey $395 obo. #250-551-5501

2-BLIZZAK 195/65/15 WINTER tires in good shape. 250-359-8108 Please leave a message.

FOUR TOYO WINTER tires 195/65R15 50.00$ 250-551-1149

CANOPY 60” X 86” Long box Toyota or Ranger, $120. 4, 15” alumin. rims, 6 hole, Toyota, $100. 2 tires, 31” x 10.5” $50. 825-0168

GOODYEAR NORDIC R175/70R13 set of 4 on rims - used one winter $400 Anita 250-352-2288

2-225/60X16 RANGER GRIP tires, 70%, $60. 352-1619

225/60R16 TOYO WINTERS 95% tread, $750 new sell for $550 obo (250) 354-9851

CANOPY - RANGE Rider. Grey, fits full size pick up. Side windows. $425. OBO #250-551-5501

EARLY 80’S CHEVY 350 engine, turbo 400 trans and 208 transfer case. Other parts as well 250-359-0197.

1996 FORD F150 4x4 6 cyl. 5 spd. reg. cab lwb. Asking $2000 o.b.o. .250-226-7391 or 250-304-9311

1991 MAZDA B2600I 4x4 pickup, good rubber, extra-cab, box-liner, new clutch, rebuilt 4cyl, 5spd, 505-5034

1991 RED CHEVY S-10 Extcab 200,000km Automatic C/W toolbox all-seasons and winters $1000 obo

1973 CHEV PICK-UP, auto 307, $500 firm. Drive away. 250-355-2354

1966 VOLKSWAGEN VAN, com-plete, very rusty, good papers, $500obo. 1980 Volovo wagon, no motor, $200obo 266-6947

1988 FORD F250 SCab 2WD PU. Propane Powered. Camper Ready. 324,606 km. 900.00 OBO 250.399.4596

ALASKAN CAMPER- IDEAL for hunter, lowers, furnace, stove & fridge- $600 OBO 250-352-3248

1999 FORD RANGER 4X4 x-cab, V6, AC, CD, Auto, 245K Great Shape! $3900 250-344-0680 Golden

1973 CAMPER VAN For Sale, re-built transmission, runs well, body in good shape, $600 250-352-0416

FOR SALE: 2007 Ford Ranger XL 4x2 Reg. cab, 5-spd. manual/OD , air/radio, trailer tow, 35,000 KM. Gray Metallic No GST, remaining warranty. Excellent Condition. $10,500 Firm. Phone 250-355-2491

84 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER. 4 cyl $2000, 1991 Ford F150 4x4 $1500. 2004 Kawasaki KX250F. $2500 250 551 0754


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250-505-2606 [email protected]

250-505-2466 [email protected]

ContactLorne at:

ContactDrew at:

Web-site. www.nelsonrealestate.com Each office is independently owned and operated

COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITYFully rented commercial building with highway access and off-street park-ing located in downtown Nelson is an excellent investment or development opportunity.

$589,000 mls# K3800253

COUNTRY LIVING & CONVENIENCERenovated 3 bed. 2 bath. comfortable country family home. Sitting on just over 1/2 acre, awesome views, solid wood cabinets, newer roof, tile floors, 4 pce. ensuite and only minutes to town!

$369,000 mls# K184553 $174,900 mls# K181614

CREEKSIDE PROPERTY3 bedroom, 2 bath. manufactured home on almost 1/2 acre just outside city boundary. Home has a shed roof, covered deck, and sits in a park-like-setting, partially landscaped and treed.

$439,000 mls# K185043

UPHILL VIEW PROPERTYEnjoy the awesome river views from the large West facing deck from this 3 bed. 2 bath renovated family home located on a large 76x140 lot in uphill. Home also boasts beautiful 2 bed. suite down.

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LOOKING FOR A long term hous-esit in Nelson area starting October. Brenda 250-505-7555

EXPERIENCED RELIABLE PROF. female is available to housesit/petsit with refs. Short/long term. 250-308-4084, email: [email protected]

EXPERIENCED NON-SMOKING HOUSE SITTER/PET-SITTER avail-able in Rossland. With refs. Email: [email protected]

MATURE EXPERIENCED COUPLE from Nelson New-Zealand for house exchange or house rental 24/01-26/03 [email protected]

EXPERIENCED HOUSESITTER AVAILABLE for longer term hous-esits in Nelson area. Dependable, trustworthy, tidy. Jen 250-505-6515

Real EstateWATERFRONT NEAR WINLAW. For sale 29.9 acres with 2 rentable 1 bdrm houses. Asking $395,000. Call 250-226-7424

FAIRVIEW: 208 VIEW St. 4bdrm 2.5bath, view of Kootenay Lake, large deck w/ hot tub, private backyard, w/ creek, forest, friendly neighbourhood. Close to hospital and schools. Priced to sell $475, 000, 250-505-5389.

5 BDRM BRAND new executive home gorgeous mntn. river views ten min from Nelson $670,000 250-352-3559

RIVERVALE 3 BED 2 bath house large rooms, hot tub, fenced, offers over $198,500 quick possession 250-368-3127

RentalsOCT-JULY: ONE BEDROOM in South Slocan house/property with busy couple, near Dam Inn. $400/ month.359-7670.Thanks!

2BDRM HOUSE AND 1 bdrm guest house/studio. 2 beautiful acres. Pet’s ok. $1175/month + utilities. Nov 1st. 250-505-3345.

SMALL, QUIET BACHELOR suite Upper Fairview. Available immedi-ately. NS/NP $475 util. included. 365-8323

WINLAW 2 BDRM renovated mobile on 1acre ns/np $750+ utilities, refer-ences, deposit Nov.15th (204)268-1650

ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT in quiet uphill Nelson heritage home, main floor, private entrances. Fireplace, free internet, laundry. $900+utilities. DD and references required. 250-352-9545

FOR RENT-FULLY FURNISHED 3 bedroom House, gorgeous, lakev-iew, close to town, yet PRIVATE!! November 1st, 250-354-7134

2BDRM WITH LARGE living room, uphill Nelson, view, deck, N/P $900/month, 250-354-0177.

11’X 20’ ROOM with private bath-room, shared kitchen,& laundry, spa-cious & comfortable for a full-time employed, student, single. $450, Nov 1st. Located at 6Mile, north shore Nelson with parking on the lake. 250-825-0126

SPACIOUS FURNISHED 3BDRM main-floor, great yard, 5min to Nelson. Mature, N/S, N/P, $1000+, available immediately. 505-2060

SEEKING RESPONSIBLE ROOMMATE for shared-living in Rosemont across from Selkrik College/bus-route. October 1st, $400/month. (250)551-5433

3 BEDROOM SUITE. Pets allowed. Yard, parking, beautiful neighbor-hood. $999/mo + utilities. Nov 1st 250 352 7303.

BEAUTIFUL TREATMENT ROOM in a full service clinic for rent. Reception & utilities included. Perfect for a chiro-practor, RMT or other licensed prac-titioner. For more information please call the Academy of Classical Oriental Sciences Outpatient Clinic at 250-352-9952.

2BDRM MOBILE HOME 5 km west of Salmo $600/month plus utilities. 250-357-0012

2 BEDROOM HOUSE at 12Mile on the waterfront. Available Nov. 1st, 1200/month plus utilities. 250-509-1011 after 5 p.m.

SEPARATE ROOM/BATH, PARTIAL exchange for rent helping elderly woman shop, socialize Nov 1 - Feb 28. [email protected]

ROOMMATE WANTED. MUST like dogs & have vehicle. Long Beach. Bright. Beautiful. Lake view. (250)505-4285

ROOM 4 RENT, Jan 1, furnished, wireless, all util. included, $500. Clean, close to Baker.Call 250-509-1964

OCT-1, VERY PRIVATE 3-bdrm 2-storey bungalow Nelson. Refereces-background check required. 5 appli-ances 1000/month no smoking-pets. 352-9282

2 BEDROOM,1 BATHROOM house for rent close to downtown,F/S,W/D. No smoking, pets negotiable, Nov.1st $1300. 250-505-5208

FURNISHED BEDROOM 5MIN from Selkirk College. Wireless internet, W/D. Rent $550/month all inclusive 250-352-5501

CRAWFORD BAY: CABIN for Rent. $575.00 plus electric/heat. N/S. References. Call 250-505-2555

3 BEDROOM HOUSE, Crawford Bay. Nov.1/09. $780.00, elec./heat, month. n/s, references. Call 250-505-2555

SHARED ACCOMODATION, ROOM for rent $450 a month including utili-ties, internet access, small pets ok, n/s. 250-352-9268

COZY 1.5BDRM MOBILE Crescent Valley, bright, open, clean, view, Nov1-June1, $750+, n/s, 20mins Nelson. 359-6983.

BATCHELOR SUITE ON main floor, private riverfront house in Slocan Park. N/S N/P $650/month + utilities [email protected] 250-505-2067

1 BDRM LOWER suite of private riverfront house in Slocan Park. N/S N/P $700/month + utilities [email protected] 505-2067

1 BEDROOM SUITE in Nasookin (3 mile). Completely renovated & immaculate. Gas fireplace. Mature tenant preferred. $850/month utilities included. [email protected] 250-505-2067

SUNNY BACHELOR APARTMENT. Quiet responsible single female pre-ferred. NS/NP. Available October 15. References required. $625 inclusive. 250-352-7813

AVAILABLE NOVEMBER 1ST, clean renovated 2 bedroom, n/s n/p, $985 per month, call 505-4820

3 BEDROOM HOUSE near Slocan City on acreage. Wood/electric heat, pets allowed. Available immediately. References. $925+ 250-352-0766

BEAUTIFUL, ONE BEDROOM fully furnished beachfront suite, NS/NP, 5 appliances, all inclusive, November 1, $1000/mth, 354-4485

1+ BEDROOM APT , fenced garden, gas heat & range, coin laundry, park-ing, $600 + utilities, n/s,n/p. 250-357-2161

RentalsRentalsHouse Sitting Shared Accom.RentalsRentalsNELSON, AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, 2 bedroom plus storage, no smoking, no pets, $985 per month, 551-4821

Rentals - CommercialOFFICE WANTED ONE-ROOM office/studio, central Nelson loca-tion. Delia 551-3156

1000SQ FT DOWNTOWN Nelson. Suitable for multiple pro-fessions, street front access, lots of parking. Quiet. 250-352-0077

Rentals WantedHOUSING URGENTLY NEEDED! Clean, safe, low-cost accommodations needed to house local low income citizens. For more information please contact Bev at Nelson Cares at : 250-551-3015

LOOKING FOR SOMEONE to live in, 3 meals/day, smoking permitted, no drugs or drinking. Free room and board. Call evenings after 4 p.m. 250-398-5473

LOCATED IN FAIRVIEW, Nov.1st Suites clean responsible indi-vidual, Prefer Semi-Vegetarian, N/P,W/D $325+Utilities 250-354-4874 Trevor/Krista

Steel BuildingsFUTURE STEEL BUILDINGS Durable, Dependable, Pre-engineered, All-Steel Structures. Custom-made to suit your needs and requirements. Factory-Direct affordable prices. Call 1-800-668-8653 ext. 170 for free brochure.

STEEL BUILDING SALE!.... PRICED TO SELL! Canadian manufacturer. Quick delivery. SPECIAL SIZES. 20X30, 25X40, 30x40, 35X50, 40X60, 48x90, 50X110, 60X150. OTHERS! 1-800-668-5422. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers, since 1980.

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for every pre-purchase and pre-renovation inspection we perform in the KLH service area.

During the month of October we will contribute $25 to the

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The Graine Contemporary living at the lake21 distinctive townhomeson-site show suitephase one now complete

$349,000and under

NOW SELLING 1106 seventh st., nelson, bc • show suite open saturdays 11am-5pm • sales: 250-354-9499 • www.thegraine.com

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I’ve heard that Radon gas is heavier than air. So how does it get into our home and why will it not stay localized to the base-ment?

Understanding radon’s movement in a home starts with understanding its ori-gins.

Radon is an invisible and odourless radioactive gas. Radon gas is pro-duced during the natural disintegration of radioac-tive heavy metals uranium and thorium, which are Bill, Paul and Dale are building consultants with Lynch Building Inspection Services Ltd. of Nelson. Send ques-

tions to [email protected]. Archived copies of Home Front can be found at www.lynchinspection.com.

Home Front

Bill Lynch, Paul Muntak & Dale Olinyk

Understanding radon: Part one

dispersed throughout the Earth’s crust. As the atoms of radioactive heavy metals disintegrate, they change into lighter and lighter

radioactive heavy metals until they end up as sta-ble, non-radioactive lead. But at each step of this radioactive decay chain the atom nuclei emit radiation – alpha and beta particles, or gamma rays (more ener-getic than x-rays).

Uranium and its daugh-ter products radium and radon are found in nearly all rocks and soils. Most contain only one to three parts per million (ppm) of uranium but some, like granites, dark shales, light-

When my family and I first moved to Nelson 15 years ago, we rented a cottage on the water-front while looking for a permanent home.

The cottage didn’t come with many mod-ern conveniences; it was arbitrary in its delivery of hot water, drafty in the winter and short on square footage. We didn’t have 50 television channels,

high speed Internet, granite countertops, or air conditioning. We all lived, ate, played and worked in one main room. The cottage didn’t allow us to scurry off to distant cor-ners to engage in

individual activities in separate rooms. Instead, it brought us all together.

We stayed there for 10 months – long enough for real life to intrude and yet our relaxed sum-mer-cottage feeling endured.

Of the 19 addresses I have occupied in my lifetime thus far, this little cottage is number two on my list of “homes that hug.”

Entertaining was easy because nothing other than good company and informality were expected. Housework was simple because there wasn’t much house to

work on and when repairs were required, they weren’t our prob-lem. Freed from the obligations that come with the ownership of property and stuff, we had time and energy left over for friends and family.

I am not naïve enough to believe that we could have lived in a rustic cottage tripping over one another indefinitely, particu-larly as two small boys grew into much larger and noisier versions

of themselves, but I cherish the sense of home that humble shelter represented.

I believe that home is far more likely to be found in imperfection than in immaculate shiny surfaces and state-of-the-art appliances. This is a good reminder to us all, particularly during challenging economic times: home is often more about what we don’t have than about the stuff we think we ought to have.

Home isn’t defined by the things we own

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 [email protected] or 352-4653.

Nest Building

Kate Bridger

colour volcanic rocks, and sedimentary rocks with phosphate, may contain as much as 100 ppm.

Radon is the heavi-est known gas, nine times heavier than air. As radon gas moves through under-ground fissures, it usually decays into solid particles after several feet. But it travels much farther in dry, permeable soils, like gravel or course sand. Radon is soluble in water and under-ground streams can carry it long distances.

BrieflyCongrats to Toastmasters

Geoff Methuen and Cathy Heyland won the Kokanee Speakeasy Toastmasters club speech contest. Methuen com-peted in the humorous speech portion of the contest and once again kept the club laughing with his speech entitled “Hittin’ the Half Life.” Heyland used her wits and improv skills to daz-zle the club in the table topics competition.

The two, and runner up Dustin East, will compete in the area competition on Saturday, Oct. 3 against three other clubs located in the Kootenays.

T o a s t m a s t e r s International is a non-profit educational orga-nization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs.

For information about our local Toastmasters club, visit http://kokanee.freetoasthost.ws/.

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Street Talk This Thanksgiving holiday, what are you thankful for?

That I have a decent job!

Darcy Warnick

Nelson

For life in general, and for healthy children and this beautiful town.

May Murray

Nelson

Family, friends, our health and God.

Kent & Yvonne Duclos

Victoria

BrieflyUsed book dona-tions neededStarting now

Friends of the Nelson Library are busy prepar-ing for their annual Giant Used Book Sale and they’re looking for dona-tions of good used books.

Encyclopedias or Readers Digest books are

not accepted for the sale. Donations can be

dropped off at the Nelson Municipal Library (602 Stanley St.) as soon as possible.

Money raised will be used to enhance the library.

The sale is Friday, Oct. 30 and Saturday, Oct. 31 in the library museum.

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