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Seeds & Bulbs
It is the time of year when gardening actu-ally comes to mind for many folks in the valley. Spring is in the air and it will soon be time to get into the ground. The Sonshine Children’s Centre is holding a ‘Seed & Bulb’ fundraiser this weekend. You will find them at AG Valley Foods this Saturday, March 17 from 10 am to 2 pm. It is a beautiful way to support a good cause.
Roast Beef Dinner
The Edgewater Legion is hosting a roast beef dinner this Sunday, March 19, with cocktails at 5:30 pm and dinner at 6 pm. Tickets are $15 and include roast beef, Yorkshire pudding, veggies, salad, buns, dessert and a coffee, tea or juice. It is a great deal for a great meal. Advance tickets are recommended. You can get them at PIPs. Or you can reserve a seat by calling 250-409-9403. Enjoy.
Reflecting
I liked my mirror from 2002 much more than I like my current mirror.
St. Patrick’s Tea
The Valley GoGo Sisters are hosting their
annual St. Patrick’s Tea & Bake Sale this Saturday, March 18 at the Christ Church Trinity from 2 pm to 4 pm. Everyone is in-vited to attend. Admission is by donation. All money raised goes to the Stephen Lewis Foundation in support of the Grand-mother’s campaign. The Gogos (African word for grandmother) have raised thou-sands in aid of African grandmothers who are raising large families of orphaned chil-dren due to the AIDS pandemic. Please stop in on Saturday and support this great cause.
Trivia Pursuit
The Station Neighbourhood Pub is defi-nitely the place to be on a Wednesday evening in Invermere. Wednesday Night Trivia is a huge hit, filling the pub every week. Personally, I used to think I was pretty smart but after weeks of Trivia Nights I am finding that I have forgotten and been unaware of many things in the world. Come on out and test your recollection of trivial facts. It starts at 7 pm, and only costs $2 per person. You can win some great prize packages every week.
March 16-22, 2017 Volume 15 Issue 11
When was the first National Hockey League All Star game? (Answer on page 7)
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or service call:
250-341-8501
Seniors’ Discount
24 Hour emergency service
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Free In-Home Consultation
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250-342-5749
Shannon’s Blinds & Designs
250-342-7260 or 250-342-7656
[email protected] www.hiheatinsulating.com
INDIVIDUAL TAX RETURNS Including NETFILE
Starting at $40 Quick & Confidential
Over 15 years Bookkeeping experience
Year-round Services available
LMS CONSULTING
Lisa 250-688-2978
Open 7 am-10 pm daily
www.agvalleyfoods.com
Try our
Light & Easy
meals in the Deli.
Deliciously
healthy balanced
meals.
1. Propane
BALANCED SOLE
FOOT CARE
MOBILE FOOT CARE NURSE Private Foot Care in the Home,
Care Centre or Hospital setting. Weekly Clinics at Invermere Pharmasave
and Rising Sun Massage in Radium
Tax-Deductable Medical Expense
Kathleen Frasca LPN 250-439-9467
2 www.valleypeak.ca Email [email protected] Call 250-341-7243 March 16-22, 2017
Live Music Mondays
This coming Monday, March 20 brings ‘Finding Emo’ to the Horsethief Creek Pub in Radium from 7 pm to 9 pm. They are some great talent and it will be a fantastic evening. The following Monday has ‘Smokin’ Ray & the Detectors’ performing. That is always a good show. Thanks to ‘The Horse’ for providing such a fantastic venue supporting musicians around the valley. Mondays have become a good night to get out.
Riddliculous
At 7 am a train moving 90 km/h leaves Vancouver heading for Calgary. At 8 am a train travelling 110 km/h leaves Calgary heading for Vancouver. Which train will be closer to Calgary when they meet? See page 9.
Balanced Sole Foot Care
Many of us neglect to care for our feet even though they have to carry us for life. Kathy of ‘Balanced Sole Foot Care’ is a Professional Foot Care Nurse providing mobile private foot care in the Columbia Valley. Services include circulation, sensation and ulcer development assessments, diabetic foot care training, treatment of fungus, heavy calluses, corns and deformed or thickened nails. Nursing costs are tax de-ductable and covered by some health plans. Call Kathy at 250-439-9467 for more infor-mation.
Later
If procrastination was an Olympic sport, I would compete in it later.
Go For a Visit
In many ways, I am not a very good son. Mom lives in Castlegar, only a few hours away, and I rarely go visit her. So I am not the best person to comment on visiting family. But Watson and I do visit in Columbia House and Columbia Garden Village fairly often. We see lot of folks living in those centres and mostly, they are bored. A few ask me if I know their family and if I could please say, ’Hello’ to their family members when I see them. Moral of the story? Go visit your folks that are in a care facility. You will brighten their day.
For Rent
Versatile, inexpensive, licensed Lounge
suitable for up to 120 people. Invermere
District Curling Centre. 250-342-3315. _____
Hall rental and catering. Royal Canadian
Legion, Invermere. Reasonable rates.
250-688-0640. ______
Hot Tub Rentals, Diamond Heating & Spas,
250-342-7100. _____
Windermere Community Hall. Upgraded.
Lots of features. Call 778-526-0092. _____
Hot Tub Rentals. Valley Spas.
250-342-3922.
Services
Shuttle Service. Blazin’ Trailz. Travel safely
in the Valley. 250-688-6135. _____
LIVELAUGHLASH, Certified Eyelash Artist.
Affordable lashes- Classic, Volume,
Coloured sets.
www.nicole.boon.wixsite.com/livelaughlash _____
Ron & Deb’s Dog Walking Service. Park
walk, 1 hour, any time, any day.
250-270-0303. _____
Professional Spa Maintenance, weekly,
bi-weekly. Valley Spas, 250-342-3922 _____
Shannon's Blinds & Designs. Covering the
Valley one window at a time. 250-342-5749.
The Valley Peak is a great place to
advertise.
It is very well-read through the valley
and very affordable.
Email [email protected]
to learn more about how to make your
business grow.
Have a fantastic week
Request for Quotation
2017 Asphalt Program
The District is seeking quotes for its 2017
Asphalt Program.
Specifically, the proposed program will include
the following:
Paving of the Columbia Valley Community Facil-
ity parking lot and access road;
Asphalt overlay of Panorama Drive from Borden
Street to the Toby Creek Bridge;
Intersection paving at 7th Avenue, 14th Street and
14A Crescent; and
Miscellaneous pathways in and around
Pothole Park.
The Request of Quotation must be delivered to the
District of Invermere clearly marked
Request for Quotation: 2017 Asphalt Program.
Completed quotations must be received no later
than April 4, 2017 at 2:00 pm MT.
Completed quotes must be received at:
District of Invermere
PO Box 339, 914 8th Ave
Invermere, BC, V0A- 1K0
All Inquiries related to this Request for Quotation
shall be directed to:
Chris Prosser, Chief Administrative Officer
District of Invermere
Phone 250-342-9281
e-mail [email protected]
Borrego Signs & CNC We design/assemble/manufacture signs,
stickers, beer taps and more.
We are searching for someone who can:
- work independently
- use small and large hand tools
- lift heavy goods
- take instruction
- work well with their hands
Assets (but not necessary):
- Knowledge of wood/woodworking
- General computer knowledge
Wages dependent on experience.
Please send resume c/o Karen to:
WE ARE
HIRING!
Robservations
What is your status in this world? Are you a contributor? Or are you a consumer? In other words, are you a giver, or are you a taker? Because there is a huge difference between the two. It is pretty easy to be a taker. We can feel as entitled as we like and expect the world to deliver to us. Often that includes our friends, spouses, employers, family and more. We feel that just by being born to this planet, things are owed to us. Takers are often depressed and disap-pointed when things do not come their way. Expectations are not always met and that can lead to displeasure. It is just as easy to be a giver. Everyone that you meet has some needs. Some-times it is just a smile or a compliment, other times you are actually helping some-one move. And lots of chances in between. As long as you are giving from the heart, with no expectations of return, life will be wonderful. Giving feels great and leads to euphoria and contentment. A much different experi-ence than taking.
Crushing
I wish I knew who lowered the car jack on me. The suspension is killing me.
Home Health Care
Are you having mobility issues? How about other problems that can get in the way of your everyday life? Invermere Pharmasave has a Home Health Care department downstairs from the main store. They carry all kinds of health and mobility equipment including walkers, wheelchairs, bath seats, canes and hundreds of other products. They also offer a rental program for many of the items. Stop in and see what is avail-able today.
Hiring in Fairmont
If you are looking for a fun, fast-paced working environment, check out Fairmont Pizza & Ice Cream Parlour. They offer a great starting wage, super perks and bene-fits, plenty of hours and an enjoyable place to work. Personally, I love their food and the friendly atmosphere when you are there. Stop in and see John or Vern about an exciting job opportunity.
Skookum Inn
FREE LOTTO 649 With 5 Fills.
Will you be the next Multi-Millionaire?
Answers are
hidden within
ads in this issue.
Enjoy your
search!
1. Which type of fuel has the chemical formula C3H8?
2. In which constellation are the stars Castor and Pollux?
3. Which U.S. submarine was the first vessel to circle the world underwater?
4. The adjective ‘lupine’ relates to which type of animals?
5. Which early calculating device consists of balls strung on wires in a frame?
6. Which comic strip features Snoopy, Charlie Brown and Linus?
SEED & BULB FUNDRAISER AG VALLEY FOODS
SATURDAY, MARCH 18 10 AM TO 2 PM
March 16-22, 2017 www.valleypeak.ca Email [email protected] Call 250-341-7243 3
MIKE 250-409-4348
507 B 7th Ave Invermere
(beside the Laundromat)
NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY
www.invermerebarbers.com
LOOK GOOD & FEEL GOOD
RUSTIC BIRDHOUSES Tex Lortscher - Owner
A-4884 Athalmer Rd, Invermere, B.C.
(Bavin Glass building)
250-341-5316 or 778-526-4812
Email [email protected]
ROAST BEEF
DINNER
Sunday, March 19, 2017
COCKTAILS – 5:30 P.M.
DINNER – 6:00 P.M.
ROAST BEEF, YORKSHIRE PUDDING, VEGGIES,
SALAD, BUNS, DESSERT & BEVERAGE
Tickets - $15
Advance Tickets available at
PIPs Country Store
Or reserve tickets at:
250-409-9403 or
250-347-0044
EVERYONE WELCOME
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Fascia, Gutters,
Renovations, Decks,
Doors, Windows,
New Roofs & Repairs
FREE ESTIMATES
armorroofing.ca
ST. PATRICK’S DAY
TEA & BAKE SALE
Saturday, March 18, 2-4 pm
Christ Church Trinity
Admission by donation.
Hosted by the Go-Go Grandmothers
Proceeds to Stephen Lewis Foundation,
Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign.
Seniors Did You Know?
The Columbia Valley Better at Home
can help you with Light Housekeeping?
Call Jennifer 250-342-5566 or 250-342-1110 to inquire
Serving Seniors from
Canal Flats to Spillimacheen
MAKE A CHANGE!
Be the Business that
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Affordable & Effective!
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Watson’s
Waddle
What is my best feature as a hound dog? Is it the love that I give Rob and everyone that we meet? Love is an incredible feature. Is it my ability to just lie around and enjoy a day while Rob is stuck on the computer? He really appre-ciates that but often wonders how I do it. Is it the way I attract other people and ani-mals? It is a lot of fun meeting new people every time we go out somewhere. Is it my love of everywhere and everything that we go and do? I love hiking, camping, fishing, car rides, food, attention and so much more (not necessarily the vet). Is it how smart I am, knowing which places will give treats and which ones will rub my neck and ears? I love some of the places we visit. I think my best feature is the excitement I get in everyday life. I never know what is happening next but I am anxiously waiting to find out. Everyone should live this way. Anticipate that something amazing could happen at any moment. Because amazing things do happen all day. People just fail to see so many of them.
What Year Was It?
The Beatles, then known as ‘The Quarry-men’ had their first recording session, Elvis was inducted to the army, John Diefen-baker became Prime Minister, the Avro Arrow had its debut flight and the first pas-senger jet flights began in a Boeing 707. The Hula Hoop, the TV remote control and the microchip were invented, the Great Chinese Famine began (30 million died), NASA was formed, Sir Edmund Hillary reached the South Pole and 14 year-old Bobbie Fischer became the U.S. chess champion. What year was it? See page 10.
Short Story
I was going to spend the time to write you a story about a broken pencil until I real-ized that actually, it was pointless.
BASIC PC COMPUTERS IN INVERMERE starting April 3
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR IPAD IN CANAL FLATS starting April 21
Limited Space. Please register with Leanne at 250-341-5683 or [email protected]
FREE COMPUTER
WORKSHOPS
THE STATION NEIGHBOURHOOD PUB
TRIVIA NIGHTS EVERY WEDNESDAY, 7 pm
Entry only $2/person
(1-6 players/team)
Weekly Prizes for
Top Teams
Great Local Prize Package
Random Topics & Questions
250-342-5557
www.organictan.ca Call 250-342-3922 to book
Located at Valley Spas
Open Monday-Friday,
7 am - 4 pm.
Saturday 8 am - 4 pm.
Sunday 9 am - 4 pm.
DAILY LUNCH SPECIALS Grilled Reuben/Soup-Mondays
Baby Back Ribs/Baked Beans/Soup-Tues
Prime Rib/Yorkies-Thursday
Wed/Fri.- Changes each week
A great venue for events of all sizes.
Up to 600 people on the floor.
Up to 120 people in the lounge.
250-342-3315
ANNIE
ENGDAHL
is turning 90!
Saturday, April 8
YOU ARE INVITED! To the OPEN HOUSE Celebration
1 pm to 4 pm
Invermere Legion
No Gifts Please
Loonie/Twoonie Donations accepted to
help feed a local ‘Ladybug’
Please advise Angie if you will
Be attending.
Call 250-342-2611 or
Email [email protected]
Cards can be mailed to:
Angie Smith
969 Timbermont Road
Invermere, BC, V0A 1K3
3. Triton
Invermere Pest Control
As things begin to warm up, a lot of critters come to life. For years I have had issues with huge ants visiting me in my home. Lots of huge ants. Last year I had Invermere Pest Control pay a visit. I thought I should try something. And what a success! I have not seen a single ant since! What an incredible ser-vice. They offer programs for various pest and weed control. Give Darren a call at 250-688-1235.
Near Poverty
I am finding that it is not really hard to meet expenses. They are everywhere.
Ice Out
The curling season is coming to an end in Invermere. This is the final week of the ice in the building. It has been a great season and thanks are due to all the volunteers and staff who keep things going. The Centre will be available for building rentals shortly. The concrete area can hold up to 600 people for huge events and the lounge capacity is about 120 people for a bit more of an intimate adventure. Prices are based on attendance so it is a great set up. Call the Centre at 250-342-3315 for en-quiries.
Exterior Specialists
Are you looking at doing some exterior upgrades to your home this spring? Armor Roofing is the exterior specialist serving the Columbia Valley and beyond. They do fascia, soffit, siding, roofing, decks, doors, windows, gutters, renovations and so much more. Give them a call toll free at 1-877-426-7750 for a free estimate on your projects.
March 16-22, 2017 www.valleypeak.ca Email [email protected] Call 250-341-7243 5
ROAST BEEF DINNER EDGEWATER LEGION SUNDAY, MARCH 19
HOME SUPPORT
SERVICES
In the Columbia
Valley
NURSING
PERSONAL CARE
HOMEMAKING and More!
Flexible schedules, diverse.
Call 250-426-9066 for Information or
FREE In Home Assessment.
UPCOMING EVENTS Friday, March 17, 6:30 pm
STEELHEAD TROUT DINNER
Cribbage, Thursdays, 6:30 pm.
Darts, Saturdays, 4 pm.
Texas Hold-Em, Thursdays at 6:30 pm
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION
Branch 71, Invermere 250-342-9517
Try our
Medicine Centre App and refill your
Prescriptions on the go.
Phone 250-342-6612 or fax 250-342-6574
Lambert-Kipp
Pharmacy J. Douglas Kipp, B.Sc. (Pharm)
Laura Kipp, Pharm D.
Irena Shepard, B.Sc. (Pharm)
LET’S CLEAR THE RACKS!
NOW OPEN YEAR ROUND!
PASTORS: Lead: Trevor Hagan
Associate: Matt Moore
Sunday, March 19, 10:30 am
‘PRACTICAL FAITH-Warning to the Rich’
Pastor Trevor Hagan ministering
“K.I.D.S.” Church available during the
Morning Service (age 3 to grade 7)
EVERYONE IS ALWAYS WELCOME!
4. Wolves
Bs and Ds
6 www.valleypeak.ca Email [email protected] Call 250-341-7243 March 16-22, 2017
The Puck Stops Here!
Persistence pays off. This season I re-ceived hundreds of entries into the ‘Where’s the Puck?’ contest but I did see about a dozen names on entries every single week. And two of those have won the grand prize draws. Second place goes to Christina Boucher. She wins gift certificates for Fairmont Pizza & Ice Cream Parlour, The Station Neighbourhood Pub, Rocky River Grill and the Horsethief Creek Pub. First prize goes to Janice Bezaire. Janice wins two golf passes at Fairmont River-side/Mountainside, The Ridge at Copper Point, Windermere Valley Golf Course, Coys Par 3 and Creekside par 3 in Fair-mont. Thanks to all the sponsors and everyone who entered the contest throughout the season.
Tough Lifestyle
It seems that I have always had a weight problem. I just can’t wait to start eating things.
The Thrifty Reporter
Some people brag about how expensive their clothes are. I brag about how cheap they are! You like my dress? Thanks, I bought it at the Invermere Thrift Store for only $5. When the store has abundance of clothing inventory they will hold special sales. Half price or $3/bag sale... these deals are hard to pass up. Now they even have a clear-ance rack. So stop in and check it out. The store hours are Thursday, Friday, Sat-urday 10 am-4 pm. Stop in as often as you can because the racks are restocked daily and remember, the Thrift Store helps many organizations in the valley.
Rustic Birdhouses
Birdwatching is fun. Birds are amazing creatures. A great way to kick it up a notch is to put up some birdhouses around your property. Tex at High Country Antiques and Collecti-bles is building some beautiful rustic bird-houses. He does a variety of styles and colours that fit wonderfully into any natural settings. Stop in at High Country and check it out. He is located in the bottom of the Bavin Glass building up near the crossroads.
OPEN
Monday to
Saturday
8:30 am to
5:30 pm
► CUSTOM EXHAUST SYSTEMS
► WINDSHIELD REPLACEMENT
► TIRE SERVICES ►Brakes, mufflers, suspensions, air conditioning,
propane conversion, fuel injection and more!
250-342-9424 or [email protected]
WE SELL, CONSIGN & BUY Antiques ☺ Rarities
Boutique ☺ Vintage
Home Décor ☺ Upcycled Junk
Jonny & Teresa 778-526-5117
4730 Government St. Windermere
WE MAKE YOU SHINE INSIDE AND OUT!
DEAN HUBMAN 1346 Industrial Rd #3, Bay #3, Invermere, BC
Full Deli, Fresh BBQ-Ready Meats,
Salads, Light Lunches. In-house made Sausage & Bratwurst
Monday-Saturday 9 am-6 pm.
KONIG MEAT & SAUSAGE COMPANY
Downtown Invermere
250-342-9661
Daily Lunch
Specials
CUSTOM
SPA
COVERS
Did you know that: 90% of heat=energy is lost
through your hot tub cover?
A cover with rips or tears or one that
doesn’t have a tight fit is extremely
inefficient.
When your cover gets heavy it is
retaining moisture and therefore
not as efficient.
HOT TUB COVER SPECIAL! 5/3 Classic Cover R16 $599 (reg $715)
4/3 Classic Cover R14 $569 (reg $685) Order by April 30 for Free Vapour Barrier Upgrade
Call 250-342-7100 or Email [email protected]
Ask about our Spa and Pool
Maintenance Programs
Transportation Endorsement Mar 19
Lifeguard Certification Apr 1 – May 23
Horses as Healers Info Session Apr 5
CORE Hunter Apr 7-9
Red Cross Child First Aid Apr 8
Spanish Level 3 Apr 10 - May 1
Airbrakes Apr 21-23
Intro to Paragliding Apr21-23
Beat the rush!! BOOK YOUR WINTER TIRE
CHANGEOVER AND SEASONAL
OIL CHANGE NOW!!
250-342-4433 Can't wait to see you!
Open Late
Mon-Fri 8 am-7:30 pm
Saturday 8 am-6 pm
Sunday 9 am-6 pm
Sriracha Teens $5.95
Sriracha Eggers $3.50
Open Daily 6 am - 8 pm
WHERE WAS I?
Can you guess where this photo was taken?
Answer on page 11
FILL THIS SPACE! With your ad, not mine.
250-341-7243
www.valleypeak.ca
March 16-22, 2017 www.valleypeak.ca Email [email protected] Call 250-341-7243 7
Great Job Opportunity
Borrego Signs is hiring! They are a great company here in Invermere. They design and manufacture signs, stickers, beer taps and lots of other things (they even have a 3-D printer). It is a great working environ-ment. The ideal candidate will be good at inde-pendent and team work, good with their hands and tools and can do a bit of heavy lifting. Woodworking and computer skills are also an asset but not a priority. You will learn lots on the job. Check out the ad on page 2 for more infor-mation. Send your resume to Karen at [email protected].
Canadian Sports Trivia Answer
In 1934, the NHL held its first All-Star game as a fundraiser for injured Leaf’s star, Ace Bailey. Bailey suffered severe head trauma when knocked to the ice by Bruins’ defenseman, Eddie Shore. Shore never played another NHL game after the incident.
Clueless
Why many people say that I am ignorant, I will never know.
Daylight Saving Time
I see and hear a lot of people discussing Daylight Saving Time and how it should be eliminated. I have to admit that I hate los-ing that hour of sleep in the spring. It should be on a Friday afternoon, shorten-ing the work week. But I did enjoy a barbecue without a head-lamp on Sunday. And the change is usu-ally a sign of spring approaching for me. So really, it doesn’t matter to me if we have DST or not. It is definitely not some-thing that I am losing sleep over hahaha.
STEELHEAD TROUT DINNER INVERMERE LEGION
FRIDAY, MARCH 17
LET US PROMO YOUR LOGO! Stop in and check out our many
promotional items to help you
get your name out there! PROUDLY PRINTING THE VALLEY PEAK
www.peacockembroidery.ca email: [email protected]
BOX 2228
742 - 13 STREET
INVERMERE, B.C.
V0A 1K0
PHONE 250-342-3031
FAX 250-342-6945
EMAIL [email protected]
BOX 459
7559 MAIN STREET
RADIUM HOT SPRINGS, B.C.
V0A 1M0
PHONE 250-347-9350
FAX 250-347-6350
TOLL FREE 1-866-342-3031
CRESTEEL HVAC
(’81) LIMITED
Furnace and Heat Pump
Installation
Service and Repair
250-342-6312
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Even MORE VALUE for your
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Effective Advertising
WITHIN YOUR BUDGET
START HERE TO FIND AMAZING ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES
Upgrade your small sundae to a mini blizzard for only $1
on any $6 or $7 meal deal.
Try our new honey bbq glazed chicken strip basket.
Blizzard of the month: Salted caramel truffle.
Enjoy a Mang0-pineapple
premium fruit smoothie.
Treat yourself to a great deal on a good meal.
250-342-9933
Drive Thru until 9 pm
COLUMBIA VALLEY FOOD BANK
TOP TEN ITEMS WISH LIST
Peanut Butter Canned Fruit
Canned Tuna or Salmon
Spaghetti Sauce Canned Tomatoes
Pork and Beans Boxed Cereal
Tomato Sauce Canned Soup
Canned Vegetables
THANK YOU FOR YOUR THOUGHTFULNESS!
6. Peanuts
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ADVERTISING INFORMATION
DOUBLE
SIZED AD
9.6 CM TALL X 6.2 CM WIDE
SINGLE WEEK - $55
1 MONTH (4 ISSUES)
$210 ($52.50/AD)
3 MONTHS (13 ISSUES)
$611 ($47/AD)
6 MONTHS (26 ISSUES)
$1,170 ($45/AD)
DOUBLE SIZED AD 4.7 CM TALL X 12.6 CM WIDE
SINGLE WEEK - $55
1 MONTH (4 ISSUES) - $210 ($52.50/AD)
3 MONTHS (13 ISSUES) - $611 ($47/AD)
6 MONTHS (26 ISSUES) - $1,170 ($45/AD)
TRIPLE
SIZED
AD
14.7 CM TALL X 6.2 CM WIDE
SINGLE WEEK $80
1 MONTH (4 ISSUES)
$312 ($78/AD)
3 MONTHS (13 ISSUES)
$936 ($72/AD)
1,500
Copies are
printed weekly.
That’s 19,500 in
3 months!
TRIPLE SIZED AD 4.7 CM TALL X 19.0 CM WIDE
SINGLE WEEK - $80
1 MONTH (4 ISSUES) - $312 ($78/AD)
3 MONTHS (13 ISSUES) - $936 ($72/AD)
SINGLE AD 4.7 CM TALL X 6.2 CM WIDE
SINGLE WEEK $30
1 MONTH (4 ISSUES)
$112 ($28/AD)
3 MONTHS (13 ISSUES)
$312 ($24/AD)
Welcome to
The Valley Peak.
This page gives you an
example of different ad
size options and what
each would cost.
Thanks for your interest.
I hope that we will develop
and maintain a wonderful,
successful business
partnership.
As an advertising venue,
I consider your success
to reflect my success.
We can work together to
do whatever it takes to
inform your potential
clients about your
fantastic business
products or services.
Advertisers Wanted
Welcome to the new advertising clients in this issue of The Valley Peak. You will reap the benefits of effective and afford-able advertising in the Columbia Valley as thousands of people will learn about your services. Thank you for my long term advertising clients who have been supporting The Valley Peak for years as it is a positive, informative and uplifting read every week. How are you reaching the valley? The Val-ley Peak reaches 2,000 readers each week and many of them have no idea about what you have to offer. I have plenty of space for new clients right now. Find out more on page 8.
Riddliculous Answer
(From page 2) When the trains meet, they will be in the same spot. I hope most of you got this one.
Inside ICAN
Flame, reporting for ICAN Rescue and Adoption Facility. Do you have what it takes to spring ICAN into action? Can you work with the cat walking on your note-book? Have a passion for helping animals in need? We want to hear from you! We’re currently looking for dedicated volunteers and ani-mal lovers to join our Board of Directors. Positions available include: Secretary/Treasurer, Vice President and Directors (office work, fundraising, PR, and commu-nications). Training and adorable animals provided. If you’d like to lend a paw and join the ICAN team, please call 250-341-7888 or visit our website www.icanbc.com.
Millennial
I feel that I deserve a much greater sense of entitlement than I actually have.
Start of Spring
The Spring Equinox happens on March 20 this year. The Equinox marks the time when the Sun crosses the ‘Celestial Equa-tor’ and the amount of daylight becomes more than the amount of darkness in the northern hemisphere. This is considered the scientific beginning of the spring season as things should be warming up and beginning to grow. It is a beautiful time of year.
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Tax Returns
It is that time of year again. Lucky us, taxes are due. If you would like someone to do your individual tax return, give Lisa at LMS Consulting a call. She has 15 years bookkeeping experience and will do a quick, affordable, confidential job for you. Give her a call at 250-688-2978.
It Was That Year
(From page 4) In 1958, a house cost $12,750 and the average annual income was $4,600. The Peace Symbol was de-signed, Jamie Lee Curtis was born, the SS Edmund Fitzgerald was launched, the first Toyota and Datsun vehicles were sold in the U.S. and Visa and American Express were introduced.
Reel Paddling Film Festival
There is a great film festival happening at Panorama on Friday, March 31 from 7 pm to 9 pm. It will highlight non-motorized wa-ter sports such as kayaking, canoeing, stand-up paddling and more. There will be prize giveaways, lots of friendly folks and food and drinks will also be available. Come on out and get stoked up for our upcoming summer. This valley is incredible for paddle sports. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for kids 12 and under.
Happy Husband
I have the best wife in British Columbia. The other one lives in Manitoba.
Saint Patrick
Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, is known for bringing Christianity to Ireland. His legends include using a shamrock to explain the Holy Trinity, converting the high king of Tara to Christianity by eluding an ambush through prayer and banishing all snakes from Ireland. It is also said that he carried a staff (stick) that he stuck in the ground when speaking. Some of his messages took so long that the staff would take root, grow and provide shade. This Friday, March 17, is St Patrick’s Day. Many folks celebrate by consuming green foods and beverages or wearing green clothes to commemorate the saint.
Quiet
There is a lot to be said for a man of few words.
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I love to laugh and I was not disappointed last Saturday at the Horsethief Creek Pub. Yukyuks on Tour always does a great job. I can’t imagine being a comedian in a pub where many folks are not really paying attention but these guys always do a great job of leading folks into humour. Watch for the next show.
Where I Was
The photo on page 6 is from out front of a local business. Tex at High Country An-tiques & Collectibles has a lot of vintage items such as this tractor. Check out his rustic birdhouses and more.
KIJHL Playoffs
Kimberley is up 3 games to 1 over Creston and they play tonight (Monday, press day). All the other series have been completed with Beaver Valley, Osoyoos and Chase advancing to the next round. There has been some strong play by all these teams. Creston will be hosting the Cyclone-Taylor Cup so they will get a bye into the final tournament. I wonder who will be joining them from the Kootenay International Jun-ior Hockey League.
Class Act
‘Let’s get out there and show them what we are made of!” –Biology Lab Instructor.
Exciting Brier
Congratulations to the Gushue team from Newfoundland on winning this year’s Brier, the Canadian Men’s Curling Champion-ship. It was Gushue’s 14th appearance at the Brier but the first one on home turf. It was a very exciting time for Newfoundland.
Are You Listening?
There are lots of books out there about being a good speaker but very few about being a good listener. Listening is an im-portant life skill. We all want to meet others but often we just want to talk at them. A good listener will encourage others to speak and egg them on to tell more. You will ask for more details and learn more. A good listener does not moralize, judge or gossip. You realize that we all have issues and need support, not judgment. A good listener can accept disagreements without hostility. You don’t have to agree with everything your friends believe. Having a good listener actually generates pleasure to a speaker. Be the person that
folks like to hang around. Be patient and be a good listener.
Age Doesn’t Matter
What age do you consider old? Depending on your current age, the answer to that question varies. I am in my mid-fifties now, an age that seemed ancient when I was a teenager. I am a bit slower than I have been but I am still trying and learning new things every day. In my mind, I am older than I was but I am not yet old. When will I be old? A pretty good answer is when I ‘start to stop’. When I quit trying to do things then I will concede that I have gotten old. So keep at it folks. Stay active both mentally and physically and you will delay old age by years.
Waiting Patiently
Winter has definitely lingered on this year. We still have quite a bit of snow hanging around but it is starting to fade. Watson is loving exploring the few patches of soil.
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Names We’ve Heard
16 Jerry Lewis
17 Mia Hamm, Rob Lowe
18 Queen Latifah, Vanessa Williams
19 Bruce Willis, Wyatt Earp
20 Holly Hunter, Spike Lee
21 Sebastian Bach, Aryton Senna
22 William Shatner, Reese Witherspoon
Local Celebrities
16 Sabina Cote
17 Heather McKinnon, Lee Walters,
Daryl Roberts, Don Steedman
Lane Howse
18 Melva Barrault, David Weatherhead
19 Linda Barkley, Lee Grenier,
Frank Friesen
20 Louise Walters, Terry Pal,
Trent Lischka, Dan Emms
21 Brock Smith, Phil Cleland
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3rd Wednesday, 5:30-7 pm. Located in Library Basement.
Museum Hours
Tuesday 10 am-4 pm.
Thrift Store Hours
Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 10 am-4 pm.
Invermere Library hours
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Wednesday, 10 am-8 pm.
Radium Library Hours
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Every Thursday Senior Walking, Edgewater Hall, 9 am.
Storytime at Invermere Library 10:30 am. 342-6416.
Cribbage, Invermere Seniors Hall, 1 pm.
Jiu Jitsu, 7-9 pm, next to Vet, 250-341-7113.
Crib, Drop-in, Invermere Legion, 6-10 pm.
Texas Hold ’Em Invermere Legion, $35, 6:30 pm. Columbia A.A., Women, Fairmont, Lion’s Den, 7:15
pm, 688–6050.
‘Name That Tune’, Copper City Saloon, 8 pm. Karaoke at the Horsethief Creek Pub, 8 pm.
2nd Thursday of Every Month
Invermere Senior’s Lunches, 342-9281 ext 1232.
3rd Thursday of Every Month
Parkinson's Disease Support Group Meeting at Heritage
Inn in Cranbrook at 7 pm.
Every Friday Caregivers’ Coffee, Base Camp, 9-10:30 am.
Senior Walking, The Bakery, Invermere, 9:30 am. Senior Walking, Radium Community Garden, 11 am.
Aqua-Fit, Radium Pools, 11 am. 270-0456.
Duplicate Bridge at Invermere Seniors’ Hall 1 pm. Dinner at Invermere Legion at 6:30 pm.
Bingo, Shuswap Band Hall, 7 pm.
Alcoholics Anonymous at Radium Catholic Church. 8
pm. 342-2424.
3rd Friday Every Month
Inv. Caregivers Support, 1-3 pm, Hospital Boardroom.
Last Friday of Every Month
Soup & Bun Luncheon, Edgewater Legion, noon.
Every Saturday
Lego Club, all ages, Radium Library, 10 am-noon.
Storytime, Invermere Library 11 am. 342-6416. Darts, Drop-in, Invermere Legion, 2-6 pm.
Climbing Wall, Laird School, 5-8 pm, 250-688-5228.
Edgewater-Horsethief Creek Pub shuttle, 6 pm to close. Crib, Edgewater Legion, 7:30 pm.
Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 250-342-2424.
Every Sunday
Latter Day Saints’ Service, Fairmont, 10 am. 270-0299.
Worship & Fellowship, Alliance Church, 10:30 am.
Caesar Sunday at The Station Neighbourhood Pub. Lutheran Service, Christ Church Trinity, 1:30 pm.
Climbing Wall, Laird School, 5-8 pm, 250-688-5228.
Jiu Jitsu, 7-9 pm, next to Vet, 250-341-7113. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 250-342-2424.
Every Monday
Senior Singalong, 10 am, Columbia Gardens. Aqua-Fit, Radium Pools, 11 am. 270-0456.
Invermere Seniors’ Carpet Bowling at 1:30 pm.
Bereavement Support Group, Hospice Office, 6 pm. Army Cadets, Invermere Legion, 6:15 pm, 688-5266.
Live Music, Horsethief Creek Pub, 7-9 pm.
Al-Anon, Inver. Catholic Church, 7:15 pm. 342-8255. Aqua-Fit, Radium Pools, 7:30 pm. 270-0456.
Every Tuesday
Card Games & more. Radium Hall, 1:30-4 pm. Drop-in curling, 2-4 pm.
Pasta Night, Best Western Invermere Inn.
Meditation, 6:30 pm, Allison, Mountain Om Yoga & Wellness Studio, by donation.
Cubs & Beavers, 6-7 pm, J. A. Laird. 341-3983. Jiu Jitsu, 7-9 pm, next to Vet, 250-341-7113.
Games Night, Horsethief Creek Pub.
Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 250-342-2424.
1st Tuesday of Every Month
MS Support Group, 7 pm, Christ Church Trinity.
1st and 3rd Tuesday Each Month
OPTions for Sexual Health. Confidential low-cost birth
control, STI tests. 6:30-8:30 pm. 688-6787.
Every Wednesday
Aqua-Fit, Radium Pools, 11 am. 270-0456.
Rotary Club of Invermere, Curling Centre, 11:45 am. Duplicate Bridge at Invermere Seniors’ Hall 1 pm.
Junior Curling, 4-5 pm.
Ladies Curling, 6:30 pm. Trivia Night, Station Pub, 7 pm.
Aqua-Fit, Radium Pools, 7:30 pm. 270-0456.
Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 250-342-2424.
1st and 3rd Wednesday Each Month
Radium Rotary, Meet on Higher Ground, 8 am.
March 15, Wednesday
Lake Windermere Ambassadors, AGM, 5:30 pm.
Trivia Night, The Station Pub, 7 pm.
March 17, Friday
Happy St. Patrick’s Day.
Steelhead Trout Dinner, Invermere Legion, 6:30 pm.
March 18, Saturday
Seeds & Bulbs, AG Valley Foods, 10 am-2 pm.
GoGo St. Patrick’s Tea, Christ Church Trinity, 2 pm.
March 19, Sunday
Roast Beef Dinner, Edgewater Legion, 6 pm.
March 20, Monday
‘Finding Emo’, Horsethief Creek Pub, 7-9 pm. Spring Equinox. Welcome to Spring!
March 22, Wednesday
Trivia Night, The Station Pub, 7 pm.
March 24, Friday
Roast Chicken Dinner, Invermere Legion, 6:30 pm.
March 27, Monday
Smokin’ Ray & the Detectors, Horsethief Creek Pub in
Radium, 7-9 pm.
March 31, Friday
Reel Paddling Film Festival, Panorama, 7-9 pm.
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Improve local awareness and increase attendance
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