Selkirk College’s Fine Woodworking students will be hosting their much antici-pated Year-End show from Friday, May 25 through to Sunday, May 27. This annual event will return to its venue at the Nelson Trading Co. Building, located at 402 Baker St. in Nelson.

The Fine Woodworking program is renowned in the design and woodworking communities for the highly skilled craftsmen it turns out, with much credit owing to their instructors Michael Grace and David Fraser. Students come from all across Canada, with a wide range of backgrounds and experi-ences, to learn from the instructors and work in the college’s world-class workshop.

Instructors have led the class in acquiring traditional and innovative technical skills so they leave armed with an extensive knowl-edge base for fine furniture-making. Just as importantly, the students are leaving with a better understanding of design and their creative process, having gone through the vigorous task of turning creative concepts into realities.

This year’s class of 20 students have persevered through the nine-month program to produce exquisite pieces of furniture, and they invite everyone to come out and cel-ebrate their accomplishments, while making a closer inspection of their work. Some of the pieces on display will be for sale.

The show will open on Friday, May 25, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., with a reception open to the public from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. with all of this year’s Fine Woodworking students and faculty in attendance. The show will continue Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Throughout the weekend, there will always be students on hand to answer questions and to talk about their work and experiences in the program.

For more information on the Fine Woodworking program at Selkirk College, and to view an online gallery of faculty and past student work, visit www.selkirk.ca/programs/trades/finewoodworking.

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(L-R) Selkirk College's Fine Woodworking students, Kaila Burke, Brian McArthur and Trevor Edmunds exhibit their work among a group of 20 students at this year’s show opening this weekend.

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CommunityNewsEmployment Lands project launched in Kootenay-Boundary

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The newly-launched Basin-Boundary Employment Lands Inventory Project will directly address an issue faced by many communities: access to land to accommodate exist-ing business expansion and future investment and eco-nomic growth.

The project defines “employment lands” as lands that generate economic wealth, including: agricultural lands; lands zoned or des-ignated for heavy industry, light industry and commercial (non-retail); First Nations des-ignated employment lands; brown and greyfield sites; and Crown lands available for development.

“We will start by produc-ing an inventory of employ-ment lands and their associ-

ated infrastructure and eco-nomic assets in a universal GIS platform,” says Terri MacDonald who will provide research support for the proj-ect in her role as Regional Innovation Chair at Selkirk College’s Columbia Basin Rural Development Institute. “Then we will bring together key stakeholders to discuss the results and identify col-laborative regional solutions. We will look closely at the question: What is our region’s ability to accommodate eco-nomic growth?”

In addition to providing a comprehensive inventory of employment lands, the project is expected to build regional collaboration that will help develop solutions to shape future growth.

“When it comes to eco-nomic development, we need to think regionally,” says Nelson Mayor, John Dooley, who will serve on the proj-ect’s regional advisory group. “I feel this inventory is long overdue. It is one of several key elements of an economic development strategy for the region.”

Nelson is just one commu-nity among over 30 munici-palities, regional districts and tribal nation councils that will be invited to share data and participate in the project.

In the long term, the inventory is expected to help make the region more attrac-tive to investors, build business retention and expansion, and help communities make more informed planning decisions.

The project is supported by a broad range of part-ners, including: Community Futures of East Kootenay; Kootenay Association for Science and Technology (KAST), the Ministry of Jobs, Tourism and Innovation (JTI), and the Columbia Basin Rural Development Institute (RDI) at Selkirk College. The project is fund-ed by the Southern Interior Beetle Action Coalition, Community Futures East Kootenay, and the Columbia Basin Trust. The Selkirk College Geospatial Research Centre will provide geospa-tial mapping support.

There will be informa-tion the project through the rdi website www.cbrdi.ca in the middle of June.

Nelson Lions Club President, Hope McRae announced today that the Nelson Lions Club has decided to donate $10,000 to the Kootenay Lake Outdoor Skate Park Project. The club’s president noted that this was one of the larg-est single cash donations the local club has made and it reflects the importance the club places on this project for youth in Nelson and the surrounding area.

Skate park society chair, Rob Levesque, when informed of the dona-tion “just about fell out of his chair,” and expressed the society’s thanks to the Nelson Lions Club for their incredible show of support for the project.

In addition, the Lions Club has also partnered

with the Kootenay Lake Outdoor Skate Park Society (KLOSPS) to facilitate the use of the club’s charitable trust to provide tax receipts for donations in support of the project.

The club hopes their donation and the availability of donation tax receipts will help stimulate other groups, businesses and citizens to support this worthwhile project.

The Lions Club of Nelson Charitable Trust will issue income tax receipts for donations of $20 or more. Cheques can be sent to the Lions Club of Nelson Charitable Trust, Box 492, Nelson, BC V1L 5R3. Please note on the cheque that the donation is for the outdoor skate park. In addi-tion, donations can be made

through PayPal and an elec-tronic receipt will be issued. Access the PayPal donation button on the KLOSPS web-site at www.nelsonskatepark.com

Levesque added that indi-vidual square feet of the park continue to be sold at $50 each at Tribute Boardshop on Baker Street ,in addition to online at the Society’s

website. Individuals pur-chasing square feet of the park at Tribute Boardshop will receive a sticker recog-nizing the donor’s support of the project.

For more informa-tion contact Rick Crozier at 250-352-9771 or rcrozier@shaw.ca or Rob Levesque at 250-505-3615 or klosps@hotmail.com

Nelson Lions Club donates $10,000 to outdoor skate park

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Travis T. in the Kootenays, Wish You Were Here by Chris Rohrmoser

BC SPCA offers youth summer campsAnimal-themed activities for kids, empowering them to create a better world. Camps will be offered this year in Nelson at 520-C Falls Street.

One of the main goals of the camps is to help children develop empathy by teaching them to regard the world as a shared space with other living beings, not only pets but farm animals and wildlife too. These skills are developed through a range of educa-tional and fun activities, including animal-themed games, skits, crafts, guest speakers and more. “The highlight for many of the kids is the time they spend every day interacting with, and learning about animals such as cats, dogs, rats, and other small furry creatures”

says Paula Neuman, BC SPCA humane education manager. All dogs partici-pating in the camps have been temperament tested by BC SPCA animal wel-fare professionals.

“By gaining this compas-sion and knowledge, children become attuned to the needs of other people, animals, and the environment,” says Neuman. “It helps them build confi-dence to follow their passion and take their love of animals to the next level. They leave feeling inspired to be young ambassadors for safer, more humane communities.”

The BC SPCA summer

camps offer a unique experi-ence for children. As Neuman explains, it may be challeng-ing for some children, espe-cially boys, to express nur-turing behaviour in a com-petitive society where such a virtue is often not encour-aged. “Compassion and empathy towards other living beings are characteristics of nurturing behavior,” she says. “By providing an opportu-nity for children to express these behaviours in a posi-tive environment we hope to build children’s confidence so they incorporate this into their daily lives.”

Camp spaces fill up

quickly, so please regis-ter early. Register online or by phone (604-599-7209, Monday-Friday).

Camps are Monday or Tuesday through Friday, and cost $75-90. There are three weeks of camp at our Nelson branch, running from July 23-27 (ages eight to 12), August 7-10 (ages seven to nine), and August 20-24 (ages 10-13). Camps run from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Kids can be dropped off as early as 9 a.m., and picked up as late as 4 p.m. For more information about SPCA summer camps being offered in locations around B.C., visit spca.bc.ca/camp.

Is it true that babies are born with adult-sized eyes?

dr. scienceChristine Humphries

Many of us have fallen under the charm of a cute baby with big round eyes. But are a baby’s eyes really as big as an adult’s? I spoke to Dr. Tim Allen an optometrist in Nelson, who told me that a baby does have bigger eyes relative to its face than an adult,

but that the eyes are not adult-sized at birth. In fact, a newborn baby’s eyes have a diameter of about 18 mm whereas an adult’s eyes have a diameter of 24 mm. The eyes, which are thought to grow by increased intraocular fluid and pressure, grow quickly during the first year of life but then only very slowly to reach adult size.

The reason a baby is

born with relatively big eyes may have evolved as a trait important for survival. Konrad Lorenz, a famous 20th century Austrian ethol-ogist (someone who studies animal behaviour), argued that juvenile features, such as big eyes, trigger affec-tion and nurturing behav-iours in parents. The big eyes of a baby may ensure their survival if it increases their odds of being proper-

ly looked after by their par-ents. Dr. Lorenz showed that this baby-face theory applies to all mammals. He found that a mother chimp responded better to her baby with bigger eyes. On a personal note, I too have thought that if my children did not look up at me with big round beauti-ful eyes I might be less inclined to be “nurturing” at 3 AM!!!

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Last week’s survey responses:What would you do if you ran the West Kootenay?

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Flowers and much appreciation to all the artists, farmers, local businesses, cake bakers, cheese makers, intrepid volunteers and gener-ous donors who believe in barrier-free access to food. Thanks for helping shed light on hunger in our community.

Signed: Grateful

Flowers to The Bridge FM, 103.5, for helping the Nelson Refugee Committee pub-licize another fundraiser

IF I was King of the Kootenays, I would put firm boundaries around all municipalities, and require developers to do their development within those boundaries. There would be no condos or subdivisions allowed out-side of those boundaries. Allowing relatively unfet-tered development inrural areas is killing the golden goose that brought most people here in the first place.

I would enlighten all people to treat others as they would like to be treated. Kindness, man-ners, sense of beauty,

humour, bodily manners (eg expectorating in pri-vate, dental flossing in private,) ....meditating, joyful singing...would all be classes that all human beings would “attend”. Certificates of graduation would entitle the bearer to free coffee or tea or ice cream for two months. Smiles would be com-monly exchanged. People would actually acknowl-edge each other when passing on the street, etc. with a smile, greeting or a nod. Mental telepathy would be taught as well. Brilliant students would receive accolades that they

themselves chose from a vast array of rewards...we would all live happily and peacefully in the beauty that surrounds us.

I’D be very ‘tired’ if I ran through the West Kootenays

IT’S too long a mara-thon. I couldn’t run it.

I would let the people run their own lives.

last Saturday at Oxygen Art Centre. You’ve helped us help two Burmese refugees, who are arriving in June!

Signed: Grateful

Flowers to Princess Daisy and her Royal Carriage. You make my day when I see your smil-ing face (and wagging tail, I am sure) ,while your nice Person tows you along.

Signed: Wish I could ride-along

Signed: Park walker.

I would really focus on getting a legal indus-try back in the area. Something sustainable and environmental.

CHANGE to mountain standard time from Pacific standard time. Dark too early in the summer and tourist dollars are being lost as people go back to campsites and hotels once dark.

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Things are e x c e p t i o n a l l y busy these days in Victoria. The way time is managed in the Legislature is very important for democracy to work. All 85

Michelle MungallMLA: Nelson/Creston

Updates from the house

members are here to represent our con-stituents and serve British Columbians, and we need sufficient time to analyze legislation, connect with stakeholders and ensure that what we are doing will have the best possible outcomes. I have no doubt that you want your voices heard and that your representatives have the tools to do a good job.

So with four days left, you can imagine how difficult it is to do a good

job when we still have over 900 pages of legislation to go through plus review-ing the budget estimates for some key ministries. This has happened because the Liberals introduced most of their Legislative agenda in the last two weeks after months of opportunity.

Bills are introduced and in less than twenty-four hours we’re debating them. No time for research, no time to consult with British Columbians, no time for the public to learn what is going on here. The result is that they are ram-ming through legislation without due diligence and without proper demo-cratic process.

The Liberals have done this before, frequently using closure to force bills through. Most recently they did it with Bill 22. Some of the bills we’re debating

Dear Editor:Rotary International

along with other organiza-tions has been working to eradicate polio worldwide. It has taken many years and billions of dollars and we are close to our goal.

The Fish Head comments by ‘Get A Perspective’ are false and do the drive to eradicate polio a great disservice. India has been polio-free for more than a year. As well, the vaccines do not cause paralysis; polio causes paralysis.

Below is a link to a Rotary blog with com-ments by the Secretary-General of the United Nations. They speak to the current situation regarding the eradication of polio. Further information about the eradication of polio can be found at www.rotary.org, and if desired, I am available to provide further information about the erad-ication effort. http://blog.rotary.org/2012/05/17/wipe-out-polio-now/

Sincerely,Norm McCarvell,

The Rotary Club of Nelson.

Assistant Governor Rotary District 5080

Fish Head misrepresents local efforts towards polio

Calls from the Whales: Forum on the impacts of the Enbridge B.C. oil pipelineWednesday, May 30, 7 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre, Nelson

Opinion&Editorialnow are corrections to previous legisla-tion that was rammed through via clo-sure. Other bills have spelling mistakes and typos, and yet they will be rammed through.

Hard work and long hours come with the job, so all NDP members would be fine with extending the session at least two weeks to do our jobs prop-erly. We’ve also asked to come back in the fall, but Christy Clark said no. She wants everything wrapped up May 31 no matter what. And that includes the legislation bringing back the PST –just May 14-- as well as the bill the pushed Jumbo Glacier Resort ahead.

Some people complain that govern-ment moves slow. But the thing is, when it moves fast, the public is left out, and that just isn’t democracy.

Kootenays for a Pipeline-Free BC transports people on a moving jour-ney. This forum features Andrew Nikiforuk, investi-gative journalist and author of award-winning book, TAR SANDS: Dirty Oil and the Future of a Continent; Art Sterritt, Executive Chair of the Coastal First Nations; and Billy Jo Bray, President of Visions for our Future. It includes high-tech Powerpoint visuals, locally produced multi-media presentations, inspi-rational panels and surprise guests.

According to Nathan Cullen, MP, the Federal Government has removed decision-making author-ity from the National Energy Board’s Joint Review Panel, giving the

Conservative Government decision-making rights to making final “go/no go” decisions on the building of the proposed B.C. Northern Gateway Pipeline.

Calls from the Whales provides quality education and is framed in such a way that the audience can con-nect with possible visions of what it could be like if Enbridge gets the go-ahead. It’s an entry point which gives concerned people an opportunity to become engaged and learn more about what’s at stake so these visions can be trans-formed into positive ways of living with all life.

Tickets are $12 and can be purchased at the Capitol Theatre box office or online at: www.capitol-theatre.bc.ca.

Commentary by Michelle Mungall

What’sHappening

Nazareth is back! The legendary Scottish rock band has announced their much-anticipated “Farewell to Canada Tour, The Final World Tour!” Some of Nazareth hits include: This Flight Tonight, Love Hurts,Holy Roller,Hair Of The Dog,Razamanazz,Turn on your receiver.

Nazareth has been rocking crowds and stadiums all over the world for many years and we are very fortunate to have them out for their very last tour, for what is sure to be an epic, unforgettable final performance!

Complementing Nazareth’s final performance will be the heav-ily favoured Canadian Rockers “HEADPINS” who have also been rocking arena’s and festivals for many years. They always set the mood and invite everyone to party hard with all their classic hard rock songs.

This evening will be the highlight of any classic rocker’s dream summer concert. Let the classic rock music take you back to when things were, lets just say simpler... And let’s enjoy the last performance ever by one of

Nazareth and the Headpins set to rock out at the NDCCTuesday, July, 10 at NDCC Mutli-plex arena in Nelson B.C.

the last legendary classic hard rock bands! “Scots Wha hae.”

Special 500 early bird advance tickets only $25 on sale now at Phoenix Computers ticket outlet-Nelson (468 Baker St.) the only loca-tion with (Visa/MC/Debit) phone: 250-354-4300 or 1-877-779-3293

toll free.Thirty Duck Pub-Castlegar, Sounds West-Trail, Forks Exotics-Grand Forks.

Regular Advance Tickets:$35 At the Gate:$45 NDCC Multi-Plex arena located at 305 Hall St. Nelson.

Submitted by Rockopolus Promotions

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Expressions entertainment venue nears completion

Hello dear reader,I want to keep you informed on the

changes and additions at our new venue, Expressions. We have been parially opened for the last six weeks, holding events sporadically, as we renovate “on the go.” Expressions has become a 50 seat theatre, which will be appropriete

for all kinds of acoustic-based music, jazz, folk, counrty ect.Our most recent improvement to the space is a 10-foot

wide high-definition movie screen. With this we are excited to announce that we will be showing a variety of movies including quirky, mainstream and cult films. Watch these pages for further development. Nelson Becker

Owner and Publisher of the Express

Esprit De La Femme anniversary & fashion show Saturday May 26, the Royal. Doors open at 7p.m.

Esprit De La Femme is celebrating their 10-year anniversary with a lingerie fashion show unlike any other. Join us for a sexy, sparkling showcase of glamor-ous lingerie, gorgeous models, delicious cocktail spe-cials, raw oyster bar, and tunes by DJ Sturdy. This event is a fundraiser for Rehma Project, a youth development charity in Kenya founded by local Nikole MacGregor, so there are going to be tons of amazing prizes donated by Chantelle, Prima Donna Lingerie, Private Arts, Nippies, Marlies Dekkers Saxx, and more.

Tickets are $20 in advance and are available at Esprit De La Femme and at liveattheroyal.com. Tickets are $25 at the door and $5 for DJ Sturdy after the Fashion Show around 10pm.

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Nelson & Area: Fri. May 25 - Sun. June 3

Fri. May. 25 - Continued

●●Selkirk College Fine Wooodworking Year-end Show at 402 Baker St, Nelson. 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

●Gender Outlaws, a support and social group for trans and gender diverse folks. 250-354-5362.

Sat. May. 26

●●●RAKIM with Special Guests @ Spiritbar. 10 p.m. Hip Hop legend. Tickets are $20 and are for sale at the Hume front desk.

●●Esprit De La Femme. 10 year anniversary & Fashion Show. The Royal. 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance and are available at Esprit De La Femme and at liveattheroyal.com. Tickets are $25 at the door. $5 for DJ Sturdy after the show, 10pm. This event is a fundraiser for Rehma Project, a youth development charity in Kenya.

●●Oxygen Art Market 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., at Oxygen Art Centre, #-320 Vernon St in Nelson (back alley entrance). Almost 40 Kootenay art-ists will take part in the Oxygen Art Market this year. For more informa-tion, please contact Miriam Needoba, Oxygen Art Market Coordinator and Publicist at 250-352-5905 or email: miriam@inter-mission.org.

●●Ride the Dragon Boat at Lakeside Park from 10 a.m. to noon. There is a small fee of $5 to cover insurance for guest pad-dlers. Paddles and life jackets are available for adults. Anyone under 19 should bring a parent and a life jacket.

●●RANDY is Hittin the Road! Created and performed by Lucas Myers. Silverton Art Gallery. 8 p.m. Tickets $12 at the door, $10 in advance @ The Cup and Saucer.

●●Audition Notice: “Jesus Christ Superstar” 10am-5pm First Baptist Church, 611 5th Street. Nelson Community Opera will be holding auditions for their upcom-ing production. For more informa-tion, or to book an audition, please contact Kevin at (250) 777 2461 after 5pm, or write nelsonsuperstar2012@gmail.com.

●●Selkirk College Fine Woodworking Year-end Show at 402 Baker St, Nelson. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

●Meat Draws at Nelson Legion. 3:30p.m., in beverage room with Karaoke after. 250-352-7727.

●The Nelson Scrabble Club meets at 1p.m. For further informa-tion, please call 250-352-6936.

Fri. May. 25

●●●All Request DJ. Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill.

●●●Architexture feat. Braden Early & Breakfluid @ Spiritbar. From chuggy dancehall grooves - to moody disco vibes... The music on this night will have all textures! $5 at the door.

●●●Picture the Ocean w/ Rhoneil. The Royal. Tickets are $8 at the door. Doors open at 8pm. Fantastic little duo with beautifully paired vocals and a unique sound. Folk songstress, Rhoneil will open the show.

●●Tipi Camp Silent Auction. 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Crawford Bay Hall. There will be great auction items to bid on and snacks and elixirs avail-able too. Plant sale starts earlier at 3.30pm. If you have any items you care to donate to this silent auction please call Sandra at 505 3173.

●●Oxygen Art Market. 7 p.m. - 10 p.m., at Oxygen Art Centre, #-320 Vernon St in Nelson (back alley entrance). Almost 40 Kootenay art-ists will take part in the Oxygen Art Market this year. For more informa-tion, please contact Miriam Needoba, Oxygen Art Market Coordinator and Publicist at 250-352-5905 or email: miriam@inter-mission.org.

Sun. May. 27

●●●Niko at the Hume Library Lounge. 6p.m. to 10p.m.

●●●Karaoke. Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill. 9p.m.

●●Selkirk College Fine Woodworking Year-end Show at 402 Baker St, Nelson. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

●●Oxygen Art Market 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Oxygen Art Centre, #-320 Vernon St in Nelson (back alley entrance). Almost 40 Kootenay artists will take part in the Oxygen Art Market this year. For more information, please con-tact Miriam Needoba, Oxygen Art Market Coordinator and Publicist at 250-352-5905 or email: miriam@inter-mission.org.

●St. John’s Lutheran Church Service. Everyone welcome to 4p.m. worship. 321 Silica St. 250-354-3308.

●RC electric 1/10 dirt track rac-ing, every Sunday 10am at 5 Mile tracks. Contact jdnelsonrc@gmail.com.

●Nelson United Church Service. 10 a.m. All are welcome. 602 Silica St. 250-352-2822.

What’sHappening●●● Live Music ●● Special Events ● Ongoing Events

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Sun. May. 27 - continued

●Cribbage at the Legion beverage room, 12:45p.m. 250-352-7727.

●Ascension Lutheran Church Service 10:15a.m. 1805 Silverking Rd. All are welcome. 250-352-2515.

●Quaker Meeting 4th Sunday of each month in Winlaw. 11 a.m. Phone 250-226-6701. Everyone welcome.

●Texas Hold’em Poker at the Nelson Legion. 12p.m. Last Sunday of every month. 250-352-7727.

Mon. May. 28

●●●Sarah & Rich at the Library Lounge. 6 p.m. to 10p.m.

●●Poet Buddy Wakefield per-forms in Nelson, 7:30 pm. at the Capitol Theatre. Tickets are $15 and are available online at www.nelson-capitoltheatre.bc.ca, from the Capitol Theatre box office at 421 Victoria Street, Nelson B.C., over the tele-phone (250-352-6363), or at the door. See more on this page.

●Pool Table Nights, Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill.

●West Kootenay Ostomy Group last meeting until September. Open discussion. Pizza & refreshments served. Info: 250-368-9827.

●Heritage Harmony Barbershop Chorus. Welcoming anyone! Tim 250-825-9694 or John 250-352-6892

Tues. May. 29

●●●Cliff Maddix and friends 6p.m. The Library Lounge

●●●Zeus w/ The Darcy’s. The Royal. 8 p.m. The Quartet has a unique classic rock sound Tickets are $12 advance / $15 at the door and available at The Music Store (Eddy Music), Urban Legends and liveattheroyal.com

●●Celebration of Youth at the Hume hotel. Tickets are limited so if you want to join this celebration contact Rotarian Mike McIndoe at mmcindoe@telus.net to reserve a space!

Wed. May. 30

●●●Variety Shows w/ Estevan and Tracy Lynn. The Royal. 8:30 p.m. Come to listen, come to play! The stage is open.

●●●Paul Landsberg at the Library Lounge. 6p.m. to 10p.m.

●●Nelson and District Women’s Centre invites you to an OPEN HOUSE at 4:00-6:00 p.m.Everyone welcome!

●Alzheimers/ Dementia Caregiver support group meet-ings. 2nd Wednesday Monthly. 7 p.m. Call 250-352-6788 or email Lhoskin@alzheimerbc.org for more info.

●Nelson Tech Club: for elec-tronic hobbyists and Arduino enthusiasts to meet and work on projects. Every Wednesday 6pm Ste 207-601 Front St, old Jam Factory upstairs. New members welcome. Small facility fee, first visit free.http://www.nelson-tech-club.info/ email info@nelson-tech-club.info

●Nelson Women’s Centre Drop-in. Noon - 4p.m. Free clothing and food. 420 Mill St. 250-352-9916.

Darts at the Nelson Legion. 7:30p.m. 250-352-7727.

●Girls’ Night with Margaret-Ann at the Youth Centre. 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. 608 Lake St. ph. 250-352-5656.

●Nelson & Area Elder Abuse Prevention Resource Centre. Wednesdays from 12 - 2pm 719 Vernon St. www.nelsonelder-abuseprevention.org or phone 250-352-6008.

Thurs. May. 31

●●●“ADALINE” with her band Live In Concert. 8:30pm at Revolution Audio at 533 Baker St. (beside Urban Legends store.) This is an all ages event. See more on this page. $10 Advance Tickets at Phoenix Computers located at 468 Baker street. Visa/MC & Debt card accepted.

●●●Kiyo Elkuf and friends at the Library Lounge. 6p.m. to 10 p.m.

●●●Moonbeam Hustle w/ Breakfluid. The Royal. 9 p.m. No Cover! An evening on the dance-floor with Breakfluid and guests and some of the best hip-hop, reg-gae, soul, dub, funk, disco, broken beat and rare grooves.

●Toastmasters: Improve your public speaking, communication and leadership skills. 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month. www.toastmasters.org

●●● Live Music ●● Special Events ● Ongoing Events

Poet Buddy Wakefield performs in NelsonMonday, May 28, 7:30 pm. at the Capitol Theatre

Buddy Wakefield is a two-time Individual World Poetry Slam champion. Wakefield has appeared on HBO’s Def Poetry Slam, N.P.R., BBC, and has toured with folk-rock musician Ani DiFranco, and many other notable poets and performers.

Tickets are $15 and are available online at www.nelsoncapitoltheatre.bc.ca, from the Capitol Theatre box office at 421 Victoria Street, Nelson B.C., over the telephone (250-352-6363), or at the door.

AdalineThursday, May 31, 8:30 p.m. at Revolution Audio at 533 Baker St. (beside Urban Legends store.) This is an all-ages event

“Adaline” with her band will be playing live in concert. CBC Radio 3 deems her lastest album “a visionary classic from one of Vancouver’s best up and coming talents. A breathtaking in-depth journey of the imagination”. www.adalinemusic.com.

$10 Advance Tickets at Phoenix Computers located at 468 Baker street. Visa/MC & Debt card accepted.

Thurs. May. 31 - continued

●Nelson Women’s Centre. Drop-in. Noon - 4p.m. Free clothing and food. 420 Mill St. 250-352-9916.

●Acupuncture for Addictions. Free drop-in clinic. 9:30a.m. Located at 333 Victoria St., 2nd Floor. 250-505-7248.

Fri. June 1

●●●Clinton Swanson & Friends . The Royal. 6pm. No cover! Dance to live music by local saxophon-ist Clinton Swanson and friends as Mostly Swing hosts a dance party. Don’t forget your dancing’ shoes.

●●●Fish and Bird w/ James Lamb. The Royal. 8 p.m. Described as an “indie-folk powerhouse”, Fish and Bird are a seriously talented bunch with their own unique and distinct sound. James Lamb and his folky roots music with open the show. Tickets are $10 and are available at The Royal, Urban Legends, The Music Store and liveattheroyal.com.

●●●Steve Earle - Live at the Capitol. SOLD OUT!! Doors open at 7:30pm. Showtime approx 8pm.

●●●All Request DJ. Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill

●●FANTASTIC ART SALE, June 1st & 2nd at the Hume Hotel, Nelson. Up to 70% OFF original art by local artists Kate Bridger, Sue Parr,

Marilyn McCombe & Tea Preville. Doors open, Friday at 11 am.

●Gender Outlaws, a support and social group for trans and gender diverse folks. 250-354-5362.

Sat. June 2

●●●Shred Kelly w/ Quoia. The Royal. 8 p.m. Folk rock frenzy!! Sharing the night will be the high energy group, Quoia with their uplift-ing coastal groove! Tickets are $10 at the door and are also available online at liveattheroyal.com

●●Kevin Armstrong’s “Opera for Heathens” live at the Capitol. With dOUG nORMAL and Alan Kirk.. Tickets are $20/$15 for students and seniors, and are available at the Capitol Theatre Box Office. (250 352-6363) See more on this page.

●●“We stride so they can turn the tide.”The Nelson Grans to Grans are hosting the 2012 STRIDE TO TURN THE TIDE walkathon.The event will take place June 2nd, 2012 at 10:00 AM. Mark your calendars and join us to make a difference.We will meet at 10:00 AM at the Rotary Shelter , Lakeside Park and walk to Cottonwood Park.Register and pledge at Lakeside Park or donate on line at http://bit.ly/NelsonStride You can also contact a Grans to Grans member for pledge sheets

●●FANTASTIC ART SALE, June 1st & 2nd at the Hume Hotel, Nelson. Up to 70% OFF original art by local artists Kate Bridger, Sue Parr, Marilyn McCombe & Tea Preville. Doors open, Friday at 11 am.

●Ascension Lutheran Church warmly welcomes former National Bishop Ray Schultz. Bishop Ray will speak on “Renewing Christianity for a Post-Modern World” Sat. June 2 9:30am-noon and will Preach Sunday June 3 @ 10:15am. All are welcome. 1805 Silverking Rd. Nelson, BC. 250-352-2515

●Meat Draws at Nelson Legion. 3:30p.m., in beverage room with Karaoke after. 250-352-7727.

●The Nelson Scrabble Club meets at 1p.m. For further infor-mation, please call 250-352-6936.

Sun. June 3

●●●Niko at the Hume Library Lounge. 6p.m. to 10p.m.

●●“Salmon Speaks” Family Carnival and Barbecue fundrais-er. Games, food and fun! Valhalla Children’s Center. Conatact 250-304-8926

●●Join us for the 11th West Kootenay Walk for ALS on Sunday, June 3rd 2012. This fun filled com-munity event will be kicking off at Lakeside Rotary Park in Nelson at 11:30am with the Walk Starting at 1pm. Proceeds from this event go to the ALS Society of BC to fund research and to provide support for those living with ALS.

●●●Karaoke. Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill. 9p.m.

●●● Live Music ●● Special Events ● Ongoing Events

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Fantastic art sale by local artistsFriday, June 1, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Hume Hotel, 422 Vernon St., Nelson

Once again fabric artist, Kate Bridger and friends are hosting a “Fantastic Art Sale” at the Hume Hotel. Bridger is joined by local painters Susan Parr, Marilyn McCombe and Tea Preville.

All work will be on sale for up to 70 percent off original prices.

“It’s such a great opportunity for us, as art-ists, to clear out our stu-

dios and make room for new work,” says Bridger, “but, more importantly, it’s an amazing oppor-tunity for art lovers and patrons to pick up work by their favourite artists at unbelievable prices. Obviously, it’s not an event that comes up very often so I encourage peo-ple not to miss it.”

For more information, contact www.katebridger.ca.

Kevin Armstrong’s “Opera for Heathens”Saturday, June 2, 7:30 p.m. Capitol Theatre (421 Victoria St.)

Fresh off the enormous success of “Khaos,” Kevin will be performing his one-man show “Opera for Heathens,” which played last summer across Canada to rave reviews and sold-out houses. In addition, the show will feature special guest appearances by dOUG nORMAL and Alan Kirk. The show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20/$15 for students and seniors, and are available at the Capitol Theatre Box Office. (250 352-6363)

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It is with sadness and relief that we announce the passing of Glenn Warren Purdy, loving husband, father and all around good guy!

His loving wife Mary-Ann, children Warren, Cameron, and Jacqueline will have many cherished memories of him. His humor, laughter and consistent giving nature will be always remembered.

A very sincere thank you to the caregivers and kitchen staff at Mountain Lake for their consistent, gentle and loving care as they helped the family through this very difficult time. Glenn is pre-deceased by Patricia, Lorraine and his son Darcy

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Services were held on May 13, 2012 at Saint John’s Lutheran Church. As an expression of sympathy, friends and family may wish to make a donation to the Alzheimer’s Society that supported Glenn and the family. Arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd. Condolences may be expressed online at www.thompsonfs.ca

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Paul Gergely, at the age of 80, on Friday, May 18th.

Born and raised in Revelstoke, Paul moved on to Castlegar and Nelson where he and his lovely wife Carol raised their family and Paul indulged his passion for music. Paul plied his trade with many musical groups; especially as long time member and director of the Nelson Community Band.

In addition to his musical pursuits, Paul enjoyed his bowl-ing, golf, “coffee-time” and aqua-fitness. He often kept busy sorting music or volunteering at the local chamber of mines.

The highlight of any week would be a high stakes card game with the “gang”.Paul is predeceased by his wife Carol, twin brother Ted and sister Margaret. He

is survived by his daughters Linda, Sharon (Steve) Fabro, Barb and granddaughters Marley and Abbey.

Thanks for all the beautiful music. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.In lieu of flowers, donations in Paul’s memory may be sent to the Nelson Community

Band or the MS Society of BC. Arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Services Ltd. Online condolences may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca

Glenn Warren Purdy

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Automotive-Cars2006 MAZDA 5. 138,000KM. New tires. Manual Transmission. Seats up to 6. $11,000 O.B.O. 250-352-7152.1998 SUBARU WAGON AWD blue 187K, 2sets tires on rims, great condition, fuel efficient $4675 heidmcgregor@hotmail.com

Automotive-Trucks/SUVs/Vans

93' TOYOTA T-100, 384000 KMs, mechanically in good shape, needs some body work. $2000. 250-226-7156

Boats22.5 FT. SEA Ray on tandem trailer, tonneau cover, bimini, engine needs work $4500, 250-354-701091' MALIBU 162 runabout w/step-through windshield 48 H.P. Evinrude Engine + 7.5 H.P. Evinrude, EZ-Loader Trailer, canvas boat cover & canopy. $3,495. Castlegar keith3@telus.net

ChildrenCHARIOT DOUBLE STROLLER for sale. Bike attachment included. $200 obo. please call 505-1185

FREEFREE LIGHT GRAY sink and toi-let with countertop. Good condition. Contact jomarghh@yahoo.ca

Garage SalesCARPORT SALE 703 Houston St. May 26th - 8:00 AM - Noon A little bit of everythingBALFOUR HALL'S $ELLWHATYAWANTA $ale. June 9, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Vendors call 229-5265. No early birds please.MOVING SALE - Saturday May 26, 8:00 to 12:00. 713 Sixth Street in Fairview.

Health & FitnessSIGVARIS COMPRESSION STOCKINGS. 2 pair. New. Soap included. Ladies size 10. Were $200. Asking $50. 250-352-5434MASSAGE TABLE FOR sale. Living Earth Crafts 25th Anniversary edition. Great condition. Head/arm-rest, sheets, pillows included. $800 new. $350 obo. 505-1185

Help WantedSUMMER STUDENT NEEDED for Women's Centre for 30 hours per week.Visit www.nelsonwomenscen-tre.com for job description.Please send resume and cover letter by May 25th to tasha@womenscentre.com

Home & GardenCOMPOSTING WORMS $40.00/POUND $25/half call 352 2407LOOKING FOR: ORGANIC/LOCAL SEED potato/onion also Garlic Scape.Trade or pay. Christine, 250-352-9235

Misc. for SaleNEW & NEVER used black iphone 3GS Otter Box case. $25 OBO. Call 250-551-1855.

Music & DanceGUY LAPOINTE AUDIO Services Call me for engineering your show, 20+ years experience - digital and analog - Live music, weddings, conference, movie, film, recording studio, lighting - equipment rent-als. 250-352-2322, 250-354-8885 guy@crowhealingnetwork.net

OtherANY INTEREST IN a dream analysis group? No fees. 250 354 1531.

Pets & LivestockCLEAN, BEAUTIFUL STRAW for your pets/livestock or garden-ing needs. Carl: 250-352-9705. Can leave message too!!!

Real EstateOFF-GRID COTTAGE IN THE FOREST, Harrop 2.35 acres, room for gardens/horses, $319,000. www.gypsyhaven.com/forsale.html, 250-551-3017

Recreational Vehicles

1991-27 FT.TRAVELAIRE RUSTLER 5th. wheel trailer,ready to go,very clean unit,has bike rack, spare tire,wheel covers & 5 th. wheel stabalizer jack. Pictures available by email. Price reduced to $6750.00 Ph.Ken at 250-352-0136

RentalsCONDO FOR RENT unfurnished, Amber Bay, 1.5bed, 2bath, gym, parking incl., call JP at 250-551-5551.1 BDRM. NEWLY renovated day-light bsmt suite @ $675/mo. For mature, clean, responsible person util.incl n/s n/p. 250-352-2814.ONE BEDROOM HOUSE. Uphill nelson no pets or smoking of any kind! mature person 250-352-5498

CRAWFORD BAY: LARGE house available June 1st. N/S Credit check/References required. $650 plus electric. 250-505-2555

Rentals - Commercial

CRAWFORD BAY: "THE Barn Rustic attractive space, previously an artist's studio. Rent somewhat negotiable. 250-505-2555

Rentals WantedSENIOR COUPLE ARTISANS/MUSICIANS seek long-term rental. Need 1 bedroom+ fiber arts studio space + woodworking/luth-ier studio space. Steady pension income. Small pets. 250-354-1412 message

ServicesE X P E R I E N C E D HOUSECLEANER & Organizer available for home & office clean-ing decluttering natural products references Jenn 250-505-1822 cleaningwithjenn@gmail.com

Sports EquipmentPERFORMANCE XPR RECUMBENT Bicycle Stilleto, brand new, blue, paid $1440, make an offer, Tel.250.355.2536, info@hauslemon.com

Vacation RentalsSWAP YOUR 3BR house in Nelson for ours in Ithaca, NY for 3-6 weeks between Aug '12 to Feb '13. escapetoithaca@gmail.com

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