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Tribute band Heavy Airship Saturday, July 11, 10 p.m. at Spiritbar
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Nelson’s own Led Zeppelin tribute HEAVY AIRSHIP make their Spiritbar debut on Saturday July 11th! Get ready to celebrate the explosive Led Zeppelin catalogue and support local musicians at the same time! Andrew Parkhouse & The Magpies will open it up. This event is 19 and over. Tickets available at the Hume Hotel and online. www.humehotel.com/spiritbar
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Friday, July 10 to Sunday, July 12 Saturdays, July 11, 18, 25 and August 1 from 10:30-11:40 a.m. starting at Touchstones Nelson Those who have seen the Touchstones Nelson Museum of Art and History show “60 Years 60 Objects� know that the first 15 objects are photographs of historic buildings that have moved, been altered, or are gone entirely. A new history walking tour gives participants a chance to hear the fascinating stories behind these businesses and hotels from Nelson historians Ron Welwood and Gregg Scott. The cost is $3 per perphoto submitted son. Pay at the front desk, No registra- Bob Bossin is one of three literary talents in the Elephant Mouontain All-Star Gala at tion required. the Capitol Theatre www.touchstonesnelson.ca What do Bob Bossin, Kate Pullinger, and Marina Endicott have in common? Argentine Tango Workshop Registration Deadline: Sunday July 12. These multi-award-winning literary allEvent: Weekend of July 24, 25 and 26 stars are all on stage on the same night at Elephant Mountain Literary Festival’s Bosun Hall, New Denver All-Star Reading on Saturday, July 11 Local tango dancers will be at 7:30 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre in pleased to welcome the return of Nelson, BC. The Festival kicks off on Patrick Marsolek and Lori Mitchell, Friday with a 100-mile Gala that pairs instructors from Missoula, Montana. local authors with Creston wines in an The couple will be teaching a week- evening of literary merriment. Panel building community since 1988 end workshop including six workdiscussions all day Saturday explore the shops, Friday evening Practica and creative process with special guests and Saturday night Milonga. local artists and thinkers. It’s a celebraThere is an advance registra- tion for readers and writers and inspiration date of July 12 so don’t delay. tion for everyone all weekend long at Several leads are urgently needed. the fourth annual Elephant Mountain For further details and to register, Literary Festival, July 10 - 12. For inforPlease contact: mation and tickets go to franwallis@redmtn.ca www.emlfestival.com
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Rap Guide to Religion Monday, July 13, 7 p.m., Civic Theatre Kootenay’s own renowned hip hop artist Baba Brinkman brings his acclaimed New York off-broadway show, Rap Guide to Religion to his home town for a one-night only performance Monday, July 13 at 7:00pm. Emotions can run hot, when evolution confronts faith? Can science and religion be brought into alignment? And why are both God and Darwin so obsessed with baby making? Nominated for a 2015 Drama Desk Award during its extended offBroadway run in New York, Rap Guide to Religion is part rap concert, part comedy, and part TED Talk, exploring the science of the sacred with wit and irreverence. www.civictheatre.ca
Wild Black Wings Show date: Wednesday, July 15 to Saturday, Aug. 15 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., Mama Sita’s, Winlaw Slocan Valley artists Pam Sims and Cindy Moser have been spreading their Wild Black Wings and exploring the world of Corvids-Crows and Ravens. Mama Sita’s in Winlaw will be showing new paintings by both artists from July 15th to August 15th. www.facebook.com/pages/MamaSitas-Cafe/640649649372873
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Photographer Douglas Noblet spotted the elk last summer in Jasper Park. He was lying down, massive head arced gracefully, antlers illuminated in early morning sun. A few days later, in the nearby Tonquin Valley, he caught the setting sun on Thunderbolt Peak. These are two of the stunning images by Noblet that are on display at the Nelson Public Library until the end of August. Noblet was born in France and moved to Canada as a child, eventually settling in Nelson. He works as a professional ski patroller and volunteer search and rescue team member in addition to his ongoing quest for the next stunning image. www.wildairphoto.com nelson.bc.libraries.coop
Capitol 2015-16 Season
Earlybird season renewal begins Tuesday, July 14 The Capitol Theatre announced the upcoming performance season, including “Spirit Transforming” with the Dancers of Damelahamid, aboriginal masked dance from the Gitxsan people of the northwest coast of BC, “The Mystery of the Hungry Heart Hotel” with Peter’N’Chris, comedy from the writers of CBC’s The Irrelevant Show, Red Rock Diner, an infectious musical by Arts Club Theatre, and a Tribute to Dave Brubeck with the Rémi Bolduc Jazz Ensemble, just to name a few. The full Season schedule plus Capitol Kids Series, Capitol Performance On Screen and Nelson Overture Concert Series can be at: www.capitoltheatre.bc.ca
Myers & Lynch workshop Workshop: July 21 to 24, 9:30-3:30, Crawford Bay Community School Lucas Myers and his partner, Krista Lynch will be offering a 4-day Theatre Workshop as part of the workshop series, Shokunin Master Classes. The Master Classes will also be offering sessions in art, music, photography and writing. For mor information or to register visit: http://eslearninghub.ca
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Nelson’s “kayaktivism� event
A flotilla of over 50 paddlers in 30 boats took to Kootenay Lake on Saturday, July 4 to join in a national day of action for jobs, justice and climate action, sponsored by 350.org. The Kootenay boaters paddled up from Lakeside Park to the Prestige Hotel and back, waving signs and banners and chanting “We’re greater than Tar Sands.� The paddlers were a part of a cross-Canada effort that included a mass rally in Toronto on Sunday July 5, which saw over 10,000 people marching. http://ecosociety.ca
Sinixt Pithouse tours Sunday, July 12, between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. north of Winlaw, Lindsay Road past Lemon Creek The Slocan Narrows Archaeological Project has returned to the shores of the Slocan River where a group of post-secondary students are discovering important links to our past. Those involved in the six-week project are inviting the public to come have a look on July 12 where people can find out more about the fascinating work being undertaken. The Slocan Narrows Pithouse Village can be found by taking Highway 6 north from Winlaw. Cross Lemon Creek and then look for Lindsay Road where signs will be set up to indicate parking. Wearing comfortable shoes and packing bug spray is recommended. See more at: http://selkirk.ca
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Kootenay paddlers join national We>tar sands day of action on Saturday, July 4
Free Nest Box Workshops Saturday, July 18, 10-11 a.m., at Yasodhara Ashram, 3-4 p.m. at Balfour Community Hall Wednesday, July 22, 1:30-2:30 p.m. at Argenta Community Hall, 4:30-5:30 p.m. at Kaslo Seniors Hall Friends of Kootenay Lake are offering a free, info-packed workshop about cavity nesting animals like bats, waterfowl, owls, and swallows. They will walk you through how to improve habitat values on your property for these amazing creatures. Participants will receive a free package with nest box designs and will have a chance to win a free nest box. The event is free but space is limited so register by calling Claire at 250-777-2955 or emailing info@friendsofkootenaylake.ca
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What’sOn this week Nelson & Area: Fri. July 10 - Sun. July 19 Fri. July 10live music live music Snowday + Mooves/Rabs at Spiritbar http:// www.humehotel.com/spiritbar After Work Dance Party - kicks off at 6 p.m. then DJ at 9 p.m. until close at Finleys Dinner with Jimmy Lewis 6-8 p.m. Friday Night Live Open Stage 9:30 - 2p m at the Royal Live DJ at Wait's News, 10:30 p.m. - 3 a.m.
special events 6th Annual Christina Lake Homecoming Summerfest: market, performances, awards, “Light up the Lake” boat parade http://www. facebook.com/ChristinaLakeHomecoming
ongoing events Movie: Inside Out 7 p.m. at Civic Theatre Gender Outlaws, a support and social group for trans and gender diverse folks. Trans Connect 250-354-5362. Food Pantry at St. Saviour’s Anglican Church, 701 Ward Street (Silica Street entrance) 9-11 a.m.. Everyone welcome.
Sat. July 11 live music Heavy Airship w/Andrew Parkhouse & The Magpies at Spiritbar http://www.humehotel.com/ spiritbar Live DJ at Wait's News, 10:30 p.m. - 3 a.m. Dizzy Spell band from Rossland & John Lee Hooker, $10 - 10p.m. dirty rock at the Royal Live DJ free cover, top 40 playing the 70snow. Finley's
special events Elephant Mountain Literary Festival’s AllStar Reading: Bob Bossin, Kate Pullinger, and Marina Endicott 7:30 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre http://emlfestival.com 6th Annual Christina Lake Homecoming Summerfest: market, performances, awards, “Light up the Lake” boat parade http://www. facebook.com/ChristinaLakeHomecoming History Walking Tour for Touchstones Nelson’s Exhibition 60 Years 60 Objects, 10:3011:40 a.m. Meet at Touchstones Nelson $3 per person. No registration required.
ongoing events EcoSociety Cottonwood Market 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Cottonwood Falls Park, Nelson Movie: Inside Out 7 p.m. at Civic Theatre Nelson Chess Club meets: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Nelson’s Senior Association, 717 Vernon St. All ages welcome Meat Draws and Karaoke at Nelson Legion lounge (Membership available to public). 3:30 p.m. (250)352-7727
religious services Cathedral of Mary Immaculate Mass, Nelson at 7 p.m. Sacred Heart Mass, Kaslo at 4 p.m.
Sun. July 12 live music Jazz: Nikko at the Hume Library Lounge. 610 p.m. www.humehotel.com/library-lounge Latin Flavours and Spicy Beats hosted by Soniko 9p.m. - no cover at the Royal Karaoke at Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill 9 p.m.
special events Sinixt Pithouse tours between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. north of Winlaw, Lindsay Road past Lemon Creek
ongoing events Movie: Inside Out 4 & 6:30 p.m. at Civic Theatre Cribbage in Nelson Legion lounge 1:00 p.m.. Membership available to the public. 250-352-7727 or 250-352-6464
religious services Centre for Spiritual Living Sunday Celebration. Meditation 10:30 a.m., Celebration 11:00 a.m.. 554 Ward St. Everyone Welcome.www.cslwestkootenay.org Oneness Blessings - meditation and divine energy transfer 9:30 a.m., Manistone Healing Centre, 2nd Floor, 507 Baker St. Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre Open Public Sitting Hours 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. 812 Stanley First Baptist Church, 611 - 5th St., Nelson. A Family Friendly Service at10 a.m Pastor: John Thwaites
Kootenay Christian Fellowship at 10:30 a.m. 520 Falls Street. Phone 1-888-761-3301. Divine purpose, serving community developing relationships St. Saviour’s Anglican Service: 10:30 a.m.. All Welcome. Ward & Silica, 250-352-5711 St. John’s Lutheran Church service. Everyone welcome to 4p.m. worship. 321 Silica St. 250354-3308. Nelson United Church service. 10 a.m. All are welcome. 602 Silica St. 250-352-2822. Unity Centre of the Kootenays Seniors 51 – 717 Vernon St. 11 a.m. Contact – 250-354-5394 Ascension Lutheran Church service 10:15 a.m. Rosemont Elementary. All are welcome. 250-352-2515. Cathedral of Mary Immaculate Mass, Nelson at 8:30 a.m and 10:30 a.m. Sacred Heart Mass, Proctor 2nd and 4th Sunday at 1 p.m. Nelson Vineyard Church: 10 a.m., 2402 Perrier Lane. Bring something to share at our potluck brunch. Guests and children always welcome. CONTACT: 250-509-0151 or nexvine@telus.net Bethel Christian Centre. 623 Gordon Road, Nelson BC. Sunday Worship Service 10 a.m. For more information please call 250.352.9322 Quaker Worship 10:30 a.m.-12 noon Womens’ Centre 420 Mill Street enter at rear door 250/354-4281 2nd Sundays of the month Nelson Covenant Church, 10:00 a.m., 702 Stanley St, Nelson, ecov.org, Loving Jesus, Loving People, Transforming Lives Balfour Covenant Church, 9:30 a.m., 7741 Hwy 3A, Balfour, ecov.org, Loving Jesus, Loving People, Transforming Lives Junction Church, 10:00 a.m., 2480 Eden Rd, South Slocan, 250-359-5065, junctionchurch.com, Loving Jesus, Loving People, Transforming Lives St. Michael’s Anglican Church, 8551 Busk Rd., in the heart of the Village of Balfour. Worship 11:30 a.m.
Mon. July 13 live music Jazz: Jesse & Rich at the Library Lounge. 6 -10 p.m. www.humehotel.com/library-lounge Baba Brinkman: off-broadway show, Rap Guide to Religion 7 p.m. at the Civic Theatre continued on next page...
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What’sOn this week Nelson & Area: Fri. July 10 - Sun. July 19 Mon. July 13 cont’d special events Annual Fiddle, Guitar and Piano Workshop at the Selkirk College Castlegar Campus http:// selkirk.ca/news/annual-fiddle-workshop-coming-selkirk-college-july July 13- 17 Baba Brinkman: off-broadway show, Rap Guide to Religion 7 p.m. at the Civic Theatre Kootenay’s own renowned hip hop artist brings his acclaimed New York off-broadway show to his home town
health classes Qi Gong at the Nelson Seniors Centre 726 Vernon 10:30 a.m.
ongoing events Babes-in Arms Movie: Inside Out 11 a.m. at the Civic Theatre Summer Reading Club Munchkin Mondays (preschool) 1 – 2 p.m. at the Nelson Public Library www.nelsonlibrary.ca Nelson Food Cupboard 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nelson United Church at 602 Silica Street Need low cost dental care? Assessment for WKC TEETH Clinic Monday’s 10-noon. Call SCS 250-352-6008
Tues. July 14 live music Jazz: Melody & Doug 6 - 10 p.m. The Library Lounge www.humehotel.com/library-lounge Open Mic Nights - beginning at 8 p.m. at Finleys
ongoing events Movie: Inside Out 4 & 7 p.m. at Civic Theatre Heritage Tours at St. Saviours Pro-Cathedral Silica & Ward Street 11-3, Tuesday-Saturday during July and August Summer Reading Club Terrific Tuesdays (6 to 9-year-olds) 10:30 a.m. – noon at the Nelson Public Library www.nelsonlibrary.ca Archery at the Rod and Gun Club from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. first visit free Rotary Club of Nelson Daybreak meet every week at 7 a.m. at the Hume
Wed. July 15 live music Jazz: Paul Landsberg at the Library Lounge. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. www.humehotel.com/librarylounge Open Stage hosted by Danny DeVillo bring your Instruments at the Royal Karaoke Dance Party beginning at 9 p.m. at Finleys
health classes http://www.danandlaurel.ca/Tour.html Community Yoga and meditation 5p.m. at Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre $5 drop-in donation All welcome
ongoing events Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group meets the first Wednesday of each month at the Lake St. Health Coop at 7 p.m.. For further information call Gail at 250-352-7444 JULY 15 SPECIAL MEETING IN LIEU OF CANADA DAY Movie: Salt of the Earth 7:30 p.m. at the Civic Theatre Nelson Downtown Local Market every Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., 400 block of Baker St Summer Reading Club Whimsical Wednesdays (all ages) from 1 – 2 p.m., Wacky Wednesdays for those going into Grade 7 & up 3:30-5 p.m. at the Nelson Public Library www.nelsonlibrary.ca Overeaters Anonymous meeting at the Community Medical Clinc, main floor. Anyone with a problem with food is welcome. Noon to 1 p.m. 250-825-4105 Nelson Food Cupboard 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nelson United Church at 602 Silica Street Nelson Duplicate Bridge Club meets 7 p.m. in The Nelson Senior Citizens Building, 717 Vernon St Nelson Tech Club: for electronic hobbyists and Arduino enthusiasts to meet and work on projects. every Wednesday 6p.m. -Annex, Selkirk `10th St Campus. New members welcome. small facility fee, first visit free. http://www.nelson-tech-club. info/ email info@nelson- tech-club.info Darts at Nelson Legion lounge (Legion membership available to public) 7:30 p.m. (250)352-7727 Nelson & Area Elder Abuse Prevention Resource Centre. Wednesdays from 12 - 2p.m. 726 Vernon St. Phone 250-352-6008.www.nelsonelderabuse.org/
Thurs. July 16 live music An Evening with The Sadies at Spiritbar http:// www.humehotel.com/spiritbar Jazz: J Greg Walter at the Library Lounge. 6-10 p.m. www.humehotel.com/library-lounge Midsummer Opry with Jenny Ritter Trio & James Lamb and Guests 8p.m. - 11p.m. at the Royal College DJ Night at Finley’s
health classes Qi Gong at the United Church 10.30 a.m. $3 drop in fee
ongoing events Movie: I’ll See You In My Dreams 7:30 p.m. at Civic Theatre Summer Reading Club Tween Thursdays, (9 to 12) from 1 – 2 p.m. at the Nelson Public Library www.nelsonlibrary.ca Ladies Target Shooting. No experience needed. Contact Angela onthetarget@hotmail.com for more info & to book a space Kootenay Quilters Guild every first and third Thurs of each month. - 10 a.m. at Christie-Lees Hall, Radio Ave
Fri. July 17live music After Work Dance Party - kicks off at 6 p.m. then DJ at 9 p.m. until close at Finleys Patio sessions with Patrick Bonin 6 - 8p.m. & Guests followed by Open Stage 9:30 p.m. at the Royal Live DJ at Wait's News, 10:30 p.m. - 3 a.m.
special events 16th Annual Starbelly Jam Music Festival, Crawford Bay
ongoing events Movie: TBA at Civic Theatre Gender Outlaws, a support and social group for trans and gender diverse folks. Trans Connect 250-354-5362. Food Pantry at St. Saviour’s Anglican Church, 701 Ward Street (Silica Street entrance) 9-11 a.m.. Everyone welcome. continued on next page...
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Sat. July 18 live music Live DJ at Wait's News, 10:30 p.m. - 3 a.m. Some Blues for you - L’il Dave & Big Blue Wave, 9:30p.m. door $5 at the Royal Dan Frechette and Laurel Thomsen at the Kaslo Blue Belle Bistro Live DJ free cover, top 40 playing the 70snow. Finley's
special events 16th Annual Starbelly Jam Music Festival, Crawford Bay Free Nest Box Workshops: 10-11 a.m. Yasodhara Ashram, Kootenay Bay, and 3-4 p.m. Balfour Community Hall register with info@ friendsofkootenaylake.ca or 250-777-2955 History Walking Tour for Touchstones Nelson’s Exhibition 60 Years 60 Objects, 10:3011:40 a.m., Meet at Touchstones Nelson $3 per person. No registration required.
ongoing events EcoSociety Cottonwood Market 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Cottonwood Falls Park, Nelson Movie: TBA at Civic Theatre Nelson Chess Club meets: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Nelson’s Senior Association, 717 Vernon St. All ages welcome Meat Draws and Karaoke at Nelson Legion lounge (Membership available to public). 3:30 p.m. (250)352-7727
religious services Cathedral of Mary Immaculate Mass, Nelson at 7 p.m. Sacred Heart Mass, Kaslo at 4 p.m.
Sun. July 19 live music Expressions Open mic night at Lakeside Park 6-8:30 p.m. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and musical instruments. Jazz: Nikko at the Hume Library Lounge. 610 p.m. www.humehotel.com/library-lounge Latin Flavours and Spicy Beats 9pm at the Royal Karaoke at Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill 9 p.m.
special events 16th Annual Starbelly Jam Music Festival, Crawford Bay
ongoing events Movie: TBA at Civic Theatre Cribbage in Nelson Legion lounge 1:00 p.m.. Membership available to the public. 250-352-7727 or 250-352-6464
religious services Centre for Spiritual Living Sunday Celebration. Meditation 10:30 a.m., Celebration 11:00 a.m.. 554 Ward St. Everyone Welcome.www.cslwestkootenay.org Oneness Blessings - meditation and divine energy transfer 9:30 a.m., Manistone Healing Centre, 2nd Floor, 507 Baker St. Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre Open Public Sitting Hours 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. 812 Stanley First Baptist Church, 611 - 5th St., Nelson. A Family Friendly Service at10 a.m Pastor: John Thwaites Kootenay Christian Fellowship at 10:30 a.m. 520 Falls Street. Phone 1-888-761-3301. Divine purpose, serving community developing relationships St. Saviour’s Anglican Service: 10:30 a.m.. All Welcome. Ward & Silica, 250-352-5711 St. John’s Lutheran Church service. Everyone welcome to 4p.m. worship. 321 Silica St. 250354-3308. Nelson United Church service. 10 a.m. All are welcome. 602 Silica St. 250-352-2822. Unity Centre of the Kootenays Seniors 51 – 717 Vernon St. 11 a.m. Contact – 250-354-5394 Ascension Lutheran Church service 10:15a. m. Rosemont Elementary. All are welcome. 250-352-2515. Cathedral of Mary Immaculate Mass, Nelson at 8:30 a.m and 10:30 a.m. Nelson Vineyard Church: 10 a.m., 2402 Perrier Lane. Bring something to share at our potluck brunch. Guests and children always welcome. CONTACT: 250-509-0151 or nexvine@telus.net Bethel Christian Centre. 623 Gordon Road, Nelson BC. Sunday Worship Service 10 a.m. For more information please call 250.352.9322
Nelson Covenant Church, 10:00 a.m., 702 Stanley St, Nelson, ecov.org, Loving Jesus, Loving People, Transforming Lives Balfour Covenant Church, 9:30 a.m., 7741 Hwy 3A, Balfour, ecov.org, Loving Jesus, Loving People, Transforming Lives Junction Church, 10:00 a.m., 2480 Eden Rd, South Slocan, 250-359-5065, junctionchurch.com, Loving Jesus, Loving People, Transforming Lives St. Michael’s Anglican Church, 8551 Busk Rd., in the heart of the Village of Balfour. Worship 11:30 a.m.
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Plan Ahead cont’d All Candidates Forum: Peace, Security and Climate Change presented by the Mir Centre for Peace Wednesday, Sept 16 at Sandman Hotel 1944 Columbia, Castlegar, and Thursday, Sept. 17 Nelson United Church, 602 SilicaSt. Antony & Cleopatra - Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, a Capitol Performance On Screen 7 p.m. http://www.capitoltheatre.bc.ca/ Friday, September 18 3rd Annual Kootenay Lake Summit in Nelson, Saturday October 24 Xavier Rudd &The United Nations The Capitol Theatre 7:30 p.m. http://www.capitoltheatre.bc.ca/ Monday, October 26
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6th Annual Christina Lake Homecoming Summerfest: market, performances, awards, “Light up the Lake” boat parade http://www.facebook.com/ChristinaLakeHomecoming July 10-11
4th Annual Elephant Mountain Literary Festival Nelson http://emlfestival.com/ July 10-12 16th Annual Starbelly Jam Music Festival, Crawford Bay, July 17-19 REVERIE ~ 2nd annual gathering of fae-themed games, visual arts, music, dance, education and revelry in Kaslo. reveriegathering.com July 24-26 2nd 2015 MarketFest Downtown Nelson on Baker Street 100 vendors, live music, dance performances, kids entertainment and more. 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.. $5 donation Friday, July 24 Kootenay Festival - Let’s Celebrate, entertainment, artisans and food Millenium Park in Castlegar 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, July 25 24th Annual Kaslo Jazz Festival July 31-Aug 2 BC Pain Society CannaFest Music Festival in Grand Forks http://www.bcpainsociety.com/ cannafest-2015/, August 7-8 Shambhala Music Festival, Salmo River Ranch, Salmo Aug. 7-10
23rd Annual Salmon Arm Roots & Blues Festival August 14 to 16 3rd 2015 MarketFest Downtown Nelson on Baker Street 100 vendors, live music, dance performances, kids entertainment and more. 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.. $5 donation Friday, Aug. 21 Hills Garlic Festival 165 vendors, great food, live music and kids’ entertainment 10 a.m.-5 p.m., New Denver Sunday, Sept. 13 Kootenay Spirit Festival in Nelson yoga, meditation, dance, consciousness, health and wellness. September 18-20 Kootenay Book Weekend for passionate pageturners to come together to talk about books. Reading list: www.kootenaybookweekend.ca Nelson. Sept. 18-20 The Kootenay Storytelling Festival in Nelson Sept. 24-27
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The Nelson RCMP has recently received complaints regarding a new scam that appears to be plaguing the local area. Local residents are receiving calls from unknown person(s) perpetrating to be legal aid lawyers acting on behalf of a family member. The caller advises that their family member (generic: son, daughter, niece, and or nephew) is being held in custody and that bail money is required to ensure they are released. Amounts requested have ranged from 995.00 - 3000.00
The caller(s) express urgency and then direct the targeted victims to immediately wire the money using the services of Western Union. Police would like to warn local residents with respect to this scam. Do not wire any money and be sure to follow up with family and police. Tips for Protecting yourself: -never send money to anyone that you don’t know and trust -If you receive a phone call from someone you do not know, always ask for the name of the person you are
speaking to and who they represent. Verify this information by calling the company yourself -If you sent money through a wire service, contact the wire service immediately. If you act quickly, they may be able to stop the transfer. If you spot a scam or have been targeted by a scam contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501 or on the web at www.antifraudcentre.ca submitted by the Nelson RCMP
Duhamel and Sitkum Creek Residents of the Duhamel and Sitkum Creek area are still on evacuation alert as a 380-hectare wildfire continues to burn. The BC Wildfire Service reports that the fire is holding within retardant lines. The Service has 49 firefighters on the ground fighting the blaze as well as air support. People using Kootenay Lake for boating, swimming or other recreational activities are reminded to be aware of aircraft scooping water out of the lake. Currently, there is no immediate threat to structures. The primary objective of the BC Wildfire Service is to “contain the south and west flanks of the fire so it does not spread into local nearby residences.” Approximately 350 residences are in the affected area. The evacuation alert will be in effect until further notice. Such a measure alerts residents and
visitors within the impacted area to be prepared to evacuate if ordered to do so by emergency officials. If an evacuation order is issued, emergency personnel will alert impacted residents by visiting their homes. Notices will be posted in neighbourhoods. The alert will also be broadcast on local radio as well as on the Regional District of Central Kootenay’s (RDCK) Facebook page and website. The RDCK has created a new webpage dedicated to the Duhamel/Sitkum Creek wildfire. http://www.rdck.ca/EN/main/ services/emergency-management/ sitkum-creek-duhamel-wildfire.html
ible from the city of Castlegar and Highway 3. Crews were supported by airtankers and three helicopters. Harrogate in the East Kootenay A fire North of Highway 95, between Harrogate and Brisco is now 80% contained. At the east flank of the fire, in the Soles creek draw, the terrain is steep and inaccessible for crews to work due to safety concerns. That area is currently being monitored and supported by helicopter buckets. The current fire danger rating in the majority of the Southeast Fire Centre is “high,” with some pockets rated “extreme” near Midway, Grand Forks, Kaslo and Revelstoke. www.rdck.bc.ca www.bcwildfire.ca submitted by the Regional District of Central Kootenay and the BC Wildfire Service
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Blueberry Creek On Saturday, July 4 the BC Wildfire Service is responded to a wildfire near Blueberry Creek, one kilometre west of Castlegar. This fire was highly vis-
Nelson Fire Rescue: Wildfire Preparation As most people are aware, there are a large number of wildfires occurring in the province of British Columbia at the moment. The Sitkum Creek fire is the closest one to the City of Nelson, but is not currently threatening any structures in the City limits or it’s infrastructure.
Nelson residents should be taking steps to ensure that their own property is cleaned up and fire safe as per the FireSmart Canada recommendations. In the event that there is aggressive fire behavior in the area there is the potential for flying brands to be blown into residential areas and start fires.
Preparing your yard to prevent the spread of fire is very important, especially with the abundant debris from the recent wind storm. The information to prepare your yard can be found at www.firesmartcanada.ca submitted by Nelson Fire Rescue
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When it comes to listening to new music, it can be a daunting experience. You can stick to the same old sounds you have grown used to, but having a bit more experimentation when it comes to music can provide a far more invigorating experience. I listen to a large palette of different music from the grating sounds of noise rock to the more soothing sounds of jazz; nothing is too out there for me. If you are trying to push yourself to new sounds, then I would suggest a few websites for you. The Needle Drop is
a great start. He reviews music from a wide variety of genres, as well as makes comparisons to similar artists. I also read reviews at a site called Sputnik Music. It’s more text/community driven, as well as having reviews written by the staff. I listen to music that some people may consider to be just noise but I disagree with that. If you listen to it long enough you can get past the noise, and find the melodies and the elements that make you enjoy it. When it comes to new music, you just really need to give it a chance. www.theneedledrop.com www.sputnikmusic.com
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