Nelson and District Arts Council general meeting
Nelson and District Arts Council general meeting … and ArtWalk Wrap-up party @ Hume Hotel (Hume Room), Thursday, Sept. 15, 7 p.m.Agenda ArtWalk report and celebration President’s report: Review of where we are and where we are going Presentation of financial statements Election of new Board members and officers Reception : ...
Blueliners head into 18th season; looking for new players
The Nelson Blueliners, Nelson and area’s competitive recreational women’s team, are sharpening up for their 18th season of hockey. The Nelson squad is coming off of a very successful 2010 season, where they played higher level recreation hockey in Spokane, Whitefish, Kaslo, Vernon, and, of course, at their own tourney – the...
School's out: Massive fire destroys most of high school
A massive fire has torn through South Okanagan Secondary School in Oliver, burning much of the structure to the ground, but there are no reports of any injuries, the CBC news has reported.The mayor of Oliver, Pat Hampson, told CBC News at 8 a.m. Monday morning the fire was burning out of control and he did not expect firefighters...
Library looking for feedback; creates new logo
The Nelson Public Library is an open book when it comes to its long term plan. A draft strategic plan for the next five years is now available for public input. The plan may be accessed at www.nelsonlibrary.ca or hard copies may be picked up in the library. Feedback may be received attention June Stockdale by email:...
Renowned hypnotherapist to teach in Nelson
According to Statistics Canada, approximately 3.3 million Canadians have trouble sleeping, and up to 15 per cent of Canadians experience pain to a degree that it affects daily activities — a number that rises with age. Almost everyone experiences these and other challenges such as weight issues, anxiety, and fear. Two self-help...
The public library sets up its presence in the valley
The Nelson Public Library is coming to the Slocan Valley. The library will be at the Winlaw School Library the third Thursday of the month in September, October, November and then again in January, through June from 3–7 pm. People can come in and check out a book, DVD or MP3 from the small library collection on-site, reserve...
Kootenay kids enjoy a summer of science
It’s been an amazing “Summer of Science” for 300 Kootenay kids, with the Kootenay Association for Science & Technology proudly supporting science-themed summer camps offered across the region.From chemistry, to physics, to astronomy and outdoor adventure, each day camp was filled with fun, interactive science...
Replacement of Linden trees in 600 block of Baker Street
On Sunday, Aug. 14, City crews removed four Linden trees from the area outside 616 Baker Street. There has been a long standing issue, dating as far back as 1997, with odour and a sticky substance dropping from these particular linden trees, mostly during the hotter days of summer. Various theories were explored by the City...
BC legal aid enhances services with Nelson CARES
The Legal Services Society (LSS), BC's legal aid provider, is enhancing its services for British Columbians, and Nelsonites can access those services through Nelson CARES (The Advocacy Centre). Effective Sept. 1, more people with low incomes in BC may qualify for legal aid. LSS is improving its financial eligibility guidelines...
Get your garlic on: Hills Garlic Festival this weekend
It’s garlic time again. The Hills Garlic Festival will take place this Sunday, Sept. 11, 10 am-5 pm in New Denver at Centennial Park with garlic, produce, crafts and food on the menu. Live entertainment by Craig Korth and Friends, Heavy Shtetl, Flydini the Magician, Visions Alive Puppetry and Bubbles the Clown. Contests...
