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New art classes at Oxygen Art Centre

by Contributor on 23 Jan 2013
New art classes at Oxygen Art Centre

The Winter/Spring semester at Oxygen kicks off in February with Writing the Wild a new course from Kootenay eco-activist and author of five books, K.Linda Kivi. 

Visual artists have a plethora of workshops to choose from for all ages and experience levels. 

Both adults and youth are welcome to sign up for the 1 day long painting workshops with local painter Karen Guilbault. 

Nelson Civic Theatre Society host open house Sunday

by Contributor on 23 Jan 2013
Nelson Civic Theatre Society host open house Sunday

The Nelson Civic Theatre Society is throwing the doors open to the Civic-curious on Sunday, January 27 from 3-6 p.m.

Those who haven’t been in the theatre since the last time the projector rolled will want to see the space now: how far we’ve come, where we’ve yet to go, and all about opportunities to help.

There will be some short presentations during the afternoon, opportunities for Q & A, tours of course, and what would a theatre be without popcorn?

Waneta Terrestrial Compensation Program offers funding to local groups

by Contributor on 20 Jan 2013
Waneta Terrestrial Compensation Program offers funding to local groups

Partners in the Waneta Expansion Project — Fortis Inc., Columbia Power Corporation and Columbia Basin Trust, are accepting applications for this year’s Waneta Terrestrial Compensation Program (WTCP).

This program provides up to $50,000 annually to projects in the Waneta area that promote conservation and restoration through research, physical works, and other on-the-ground or applied projects.

“The Waneta Expansion Project is focused on a high standard of environmental protection,” said Audrey Repin, spokesperson for the project.

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) — How to minimize it early in the season

by Dr. Brenda Gill on 20 Jan 2013
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) — How to minimize it early in the season

After waking up recently to a brilliant blue sky, I couldn’t help but jump out of bed and go for a back-country ski up at the pass and absorb that bluebird day up at the top of Crowe!

I still hadn’t had enough of that sunshine, so, I went for a cross-country ski on Sunday afternoon up at Paulson.

I felt like I had been sunshine starved for a few weeks.

Free tele-workshops helps public understand dementia

by Contributor on 17 Jan 2013
Free tele-workshops helps public understand dementia

Preparing for the journey with dementia is an important step for family caregivers and those living with the health issue.

To help them get on their way, the non-profit Alzheimer Society of B.C. will offer a free tele-workshop, Understanding Dementia, on Thursday, January 31.

The one-hour session starts at 7 p.m. and explains the progression of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. It focuses on the symptoms and reactions that are likely to arise throughout the different stages of the disease.

Nelson Youth Theatre looking for cast for Alice in Wonderland

by Contributor on 17 Jan 2013
Nelson Youth Theatre looking for cast for Alice in Wonderland

Nelson Youth Theatre’s fifteenth production jumps down the rabbit hole with Alice in Wonderland.

Youth actor Zooey Bingham’s faithful, "darker" script adaptation of the Lewis Carroll classic — originally titled "Alice's Adventures Under Ground" — will rehearse one or two afternoons a week from February to April.

Forestry Conversation Heats Up Saturday in Nelson

by Contributor on 15 Jan 2013
Forestry Conversation Heats Up Saturday in Nelson

For some Kootenay residents, forestry represents an important boost to our region’s economy.

For others, forestry brings to mind habitat loss and watershed contamination.

Is it possible to have healthy forests and a sustainable forestry industry?

That’s the question on the table at West Kootenay EcoSociety’s event on Saturday (January 19) at John Ward Fine Coffee in Nelson.

Amnesty International Film Fest February 1-2 at Selkirk's Shambhala Centre

by Contributor on 13 Jan 2013
Amnesty International Film Fest February 1-2 at Selkirk's Shambhala Centre

Film goers will not want to miss the Amnesty International film festival scheduled for February 1-2 in Nelson.

According to local activist Anna Purcell, "These films are really interesting and inspiring without being too disheartening.

"For example, the film Umoja: No Men Allowed follows a group of Kenyan women who turn patriarchy on its head by starting their own village - with no men allowed. You will laugh and cheer with these women, even with the serious social critique."

City of Nelson hosts workshops to help residents apply for Columbia Basin Trust grants

by Nelson Daily staff on 11 Jan 2013
City of Nelson hosts workshops to help residents apply for Columbia Basin Trust grants

Calling all clubs, special interest groups and organizations looking for ways to create a legacy of social, economic and environmental well-being in their communities.

The City of Nelson is hosting two workshops to assist applicants who will be requesting Columbia Basin Trust Community Initiatives Program funding for the City of Nelson in 2013.  

“Staff will provide applicants with detailed information on how to compose grant applications and strengthen project proposals,” said a city staff official in a written release.

Celebrate learning: nominate your favorite book

by Contributor on 10 Jan 2013
Celebrate learning: nominate your favorite book

If you thought learning was just about books and classrooms, it’s worth thinking again.

When your child figures out how to button her coat or tie her shoelace, that’s learning. When your teen masters standard transmission, that’s learning. And when you figure out a new recipe, that’s learning, too.

On January 27, Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy and the Nelson Public Library celebrate Family Literacy Day with a new initiative and a few good thoughts about learning.