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Tallis Josephson and Alex Kostiuk enjoy the fresh snow, and sled down the hill behind Alexander Park Elementary School on Jan. 12, while dog Ozzy runs beside them. Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo
New care cards are available soon Jessica Schwitek reporter2@thegoldenstar.net
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Starting Feb. 15 Golden residents will be able to upgrade their B.C. CareCards to the new high-tech cards, which will be combined with the B.C. driver's licence. Those who do not possess a driver's licence will be given a similar B.C. Services Card. The health ministry announced the new card program in May 2011, after a review showed there were up to 9.1 million B.C. Care-
Cards in circulation, even though the total population of B.C. is only 4.5 million. The goal is to phase out the millions of CareCards in the hands of non-residents. Added security measures include a photo, chip, and expiry date. The government hopes this will protect people against identity theft and fraud. These new cards will eventually be replacing the old CareCards, but there is no need to rush in to get your new card. The government's plan is to change over all eligible B.C.
residents between the ages of 19 and 74 over the next five years. There is no requirement to get the new card until your driver's licence needs to be renewed, and if you have no licence, you have until 2018 to replace the CareCard. All newborns after Feb. 15 will also be issued the new cards. Re-enrolment for these cards can be done wherever you get you driver's licence renewed. Continued on page 4
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Several students at Lady Grey Elementary School were recognized on Jan. 8 for receiving a “Gotcha.” These “Gotchas” were handed out to students who were caught in the act of doing something kind for someone else. Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo
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Affordable ski program back again Golden & District Community Foundation Submitted Thanks to the Whitetooth Affordable Ski Program, 21 local kids will be learning to ski and snowboard this winter. This winter sports program is designed to encourage children and youth participation where family incomes are limited. The program continues to be supported by Kicking Horse Mountain Resort (KHMR), the Golden Kicking Horse Alpine Team (GKHAT) and the Golden & District Community Foundation-managed (GDCF) Whitetooth Ski Society Fund. This year saw another
increase in applications (41 vs. 36 in 2011/12). However, due to reduced funding available and rising product costs, the Whitetooth Ski Society Fund was able to provide over $12,000 towards the support of 21 children and youth from 8 to 17 years of age with season passes, rental equipment and lessons. Judy Brook, of Golden Community Resources Society, explained the new challenge faced by the application adjudication committee and the GDCF Board of Directors. “This was a difficult decision to make as we have always had the pleasure of providing some type of assistance to all applicants, but it is understandable
that to sustain this program we must have some financial constraints.” “With the great snow we’ve received this season and the high quality lesson and racing programs available,” detailed Ryan Watmough, GDCF Executive Director. “We know that the participants are going to enjoy their time on the slopes, learn new skills and make many memories.” If you would like to make a donation to the Whitetooth Ski Society Fund and ensure that future generations of local kids will get to learn to ski and snowboard, please visit www.goldencommunityfoundation.ca.
Learn to write grant applications Rachel Lucas Columbia Basin Trust Take the intimidation out of writing grant applications by spending a couple of hours with Columbia Basin Trust (CBT). This winter, CBT's community liaisons are hosting Developing and Funding Your Community Project Workshops in eight locations in the region. "These workshops are ideal for people who would like to learn more about developing a project idea into a funding proposal," said Gary Ockenden, CBT Director, Community Initiatives. "Not only will you come to understand the elements of developing your idea, and tips and tools
for preparing an application, you'll also learn about building relationships and securing partnerships in order to increase your chances of success. You'll cover topics like how to focus your project idea, develop a budget and write clearly. You'll also learn how to identify appropriate funders, and receive an overview of CBT's own granting programs. The Developing and Funding your Community Project Workshop will be in Golden on Thurs. Jan. 24 at the Golden Seniors Centre from 7 to 9 p.m. Please RSVP to 250-344-2914 or khamilton@ cbt.org. More information can be found at www. cbt.org/grantwriting.
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Golden Seniors Centre gets a little help from a grocery store Jessica Schwitek reporter2@thegoldenstar.net The Golden Seniors Centre has received a generous donation from Sobey's Golden. "So what we do at Sobey's is Time for Sharing Gift Cards. We have a $1,250 donation every year to go to a non-profit organization, and this year we chose the Seniors Centre," said Cam Dawes, manager of Sobey's Golden. "We try to vary up the donation from year to year, so that different groups in town who could really use, it can benefit from our program. And we thought the Seniors Centre could really use the money." The Seniors Centre, kept afloat by fundraising (such as their soup days), donations, and volunteer time, is grateful to receive the contribution. "We have soup days, and we have teas, and just our own coffee times. And this donation will go towards the food, and the cleaning supplies that we can buy here," said Chris Gaetz, a volunteer with the centre. The centre often caters memorials as well, and the gift certificates will go a long way to supplying the groceries required for those services. "It takes a lot of work. Even a soup day, with 80 people there, we might make a profit of $200. And then we need a propane refill which is $600," said Terry Schiesser, another volunteer with the centre. Using these gift cards to buy vital supplies like groceries, frees up some of their funds to purchase other necessary items like the propane. "We are very grateful, Sobey's is always really good to us. When we buy groceries for the centre they always give us a discount," added Schiesser.
Cam Dawes, manager of Sobey’s, gives Chris Gaetz, left, and Terry Schiesser, right, $1,200 worth of gift certificates for the Golden Seniors Centre. Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo
Grizzly cub has clean bill of health Jessica Schwitek reporter2@thegoldenstar.net It has now been a month since a little grizzly bear cub was found near Golden and transferred to Smithers to be rehabilitated at the Northern Lights Wildlife Society. At the time, both the conservation officer, Justyn Bell, and the operator of the wildlife society, Angelika Langen, were concerned that the cub was too malnourished to make a recovery. But after a month in Smithers, the Northern Lights Wildlife Society is happy to report that besides being starved, the little cub has a clean bill of health. Originally presumed to be a female cub, it has now been determined that the grizzly is a boy. He
has been named Tika, which stands for the brave one. Tika was spotted over several days in mid-December in the Parson/Nicholson area. Bell was eventually able to trap him when he was sticking around a single property in Nicholson, feeding on a deer carcass. Langen and her husband Peter, who volunteer their time to run the wildlife society, made the trip to Golden to transfer the bear back to their facility in Smithers on Dec. 19. Since then the community has come together to support Tika, with several people and businesses donating and raising funds for the wildlife society. To hear updates about Tika's condition, go to www.wildlifeshelter.com, or to the society's Facebook page.
Grizzly cub Tika is much healthier since his transfer to Smithers. Photo Submitted
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Playhouse open for mask and lantern creations Joyce deBoer Submitted
People will soon be able to head down to the Playhouse on 9th Avenue North to make their own masks, like the one pictured above, or lanterns for the Snow King Masque Parade. Star Photo
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The Snow King and Lady Spring are coming and preparations are now underway to welcome them. On February 16, Golden’s annual Masque Parade will fill Spirit Square with candle light, spinning fire, giant puppets, weird and wonderful creatures of all sorts and interesting music. Each year, a theme is chosen and this year we acknowledge that “Life is a Carnival.” The Snow King’s Playhouse is the workshop where the creativity happens and it will be opening this week. The Playhouse is located in the same spot as the previous several years – the old 180
building on 9th Avenue North, beside the new Youth Centre. Although the Masque Parade will incorporate the traditional features of past festivals, this year there will be some very exciting new elements which are sure to surprise and thrill all present. The best way to get involved is to create a lantern or a mask and come out on February 16 prepared to enjoy celebrating the coming change of seasons. If you have a big or special idea for the festival, please contact Joyce deBoer through the Art Gallery of Golden as soon as possible. Check www.kickinghorseculture.ca and Kicking Culture on Facebook for public workshop hours and other details.
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Invitation to Tender (Bid) 14th Street Lift Station Construction The Town of Golden is inviting bids for construction of the work, which in general terms, will consist of the following and be implemented through a Stipulated Bid Price Contract: • Removal of and replacement of the existing 14th Street sewage lift station. • Temporary bypass pumping of sewage around the lift station site. • Installation of an owner supplied fiberglass lift station complete with owner supplied pumps, valves and all other components of the station. • Connections to the existing gravity sewer and sewage forcemain. • Installation and connection of an owner supplied electrical Kiosk and internal components. • Installation and connection of an owner supplied backup generator. • Installation of owner supplied communication equipment.
GS 4 to colenter x 2 into a CCDC 2 (2008) Stipulated Price Contract. The successful Bidder will be required B& W Sealed bids clearly marked “TOWN OF GOLDEN – 14TH STREET LIFT STATION CONSTRUCTION” will be received prior to January 30th, 2013 at 2:00 p.m., local time, at the following address and location: Address: Attention:
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The new B.C. Service Card, sample pictured above, will be available starting Feb. 15. Photo Submitted
Cards have same cost and expiration as licence Continued from page 1 "I don't think the process will be that different," said Deanna Lacasse, team leader at Falkins Insurance Group, one of the outlets in Golden who handles driver's licence renewals. "There might be a rush of people at first, people who think their CareCards are expiring right away. But once people realize they have until 2018 to make the change, I think things will go smoothly." The cards expire every five years, same as the B.C. drivers licence, and the same fee, $75, will apply to the new combined cards. The health services card only, without the driver's licence, has no fee. Health Minister Margaret Mac-
Diarmid said the new card is designed to comply with B.C.'s information and privacy law, which restricts how personal data can be used and shared. This means that ICBC and police have no access to medical files, and that hospitals and medical offices have no access to driving records. Any information regarding the new cards, who needs them, and how to get them, can be found at www.bcservicescard.ca. There are links to show you where you can renew, a video explaining the process, as well as the necessary information for new residents to get their cards. Anyone living in the province longer than three months is eligible for B.C. medical care.
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RCMP Report: Snowmobiler stuck at Gorman KHMR makes top Jessica Schwitek reporter2@thegoldenstar.net The Golden RCMP dealt with 28 files this past week, down a bit from the holiday season. Incoherent male On Jan. 5, RCMP were called to Fas Gas up on Highway 1. There was a person talking nonsense, and they were asked to come and check on him. When they arrived he was sitting in his vehicle, completely naked. After a brief conversation with him it was determined that he needed to go to the hospital and talk to a doctor. Officers convinced him to get dressed, and he was taken to the hospital. Stuck snowmobiler RCMP received a report of a lost person on Jan. 11. Two people were out snowmobiling in the Gorman Lake area. The two males parted ways in the backcountry, and one of them got stuck. The one male made it out to the parking lot and waited for his friend. When he didn't show up he called the RCMP. Golden and District Search and Rescue was dispatched,
and they located the snowmobiler. RCMP would like to remind people that if you're out in the backcountry in groups, it is best to stick together. It is also important to be prepared for the backcountry. This person who was stuck was not prepared, and had no supplies to spend the night. If search and rescue cannot get a helicopter up at night, then rescue operations often have to wait until morning. When recreating in the backcountry, you should always have supplies to stay at least one or two nights, and start a fire. Minor accidents Golden RCMP responded to four motor vehicle accidents in the past week, after the recent dump of snow. All were minor in nature. Trailer still missing The flat-deck trailer, which was stolen on Jan. 4, has not yet been recovered. It is a 2012, black, flat-deck trailer, and was taken from Selkirk Electric on 10th Avenue North. Once again, the licence plate number at the time it was stolen was 18114D. Anyone with any information is asked to call the Golden RCMP at 250-344-2221.
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Kicking Horse Mountain Resort has gotten some national attention, receiving a nod from Canadian Living Magazine as one of the Canada's 10 best ski destinations. KHMR came in at number seven, right behind fellow Resorts of the Canadian Rockies hill in Fernie. Rounding out the top five are Whistler Blackcomb, Sun Peaks, Banff/Lake Louise, Mount Tremblant, Quebec, and Le Massif, Quebec. The magazine boasts about KHMR's fourth-highest vertical drop in North America at 1,260 metres, the 369 degree view of the Rocky, Selkirk, and Purcell Mountains, and the Eagle's Eye Restaurant, the highest elevated eatery in Canada. It also advertises Golden as a great place for the non-skier to check out, with a wolf centre, climbing gym, great snowmobiling and tubing. Canadian Living prides itself on being the ultimate food & women’s lifestyle resource magazine. The popular magazine ranked number four the first half of 2012 at a circulation of 511,814.
Helping hand for women’s centre Behind the Wheel Stopping Behind Other Traffic I have noticed many drivers stopping at a red light several feet behind the car in front. Having asked my daughters who had recently passed their driving exams about this and both told me that their instructor had told them, even when stopped, they must leave at least one car length distance behind the car in front. Is it really true that our young drivers are taught to stop several feet behind the car, also stopped, in front? I wasn’t taught to drive nearly so recently, but this is the practice that I had to follow as well. When I came to a stop if I could not see pavement between the front edge of my hood and the bottoms of the tires of the vehicle in front of me I received a black mark from my instructor. This space is a safety cushion and all drivers should make it a habit. The cushion serves three purposes: it allows you to pass the vehicle in front, you will not be pushed into the vehicle in front if you are hit from behind and you are not as likely to be hit if the vehicle in front of you rolls backward or the driver backs up without looking. When my daughter was learning to drive with a standard transmission, I had to exit the car and ask the driver behind to either back up and either wait or drive around. She had stopped quite close to our back bumper at a stop sign and we were worried about rolling back. The “L” sign on the rear of the vehicle might be a clue that the driver needs even more space than usual. The author is a retired constable with many years of traffic law enforcement experience. To comment or learn more, please visit www.drivesmartbc.ca.
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Starting on Feb. 15, we as British Columbians will be able to get our new BC Services Card, which is a combination of our CareCard and our driver’s licence. It was a big announcement in the province this month, but like much of the “big news” that the province sends our way, I don’t see this one having an impact on Golden, or - Reporter’s View By Jessica Schwitek British Columbia for that matter. From what I can see, the only thing that will change is those of us with a driver’s licence will have one less card to squeeze into our wallets. I guess my underused Air Miles card can have its slot back. They say that the reason for this “high-tech” change is to void the millions of BC CareCards out there in the hands of non-residents. There has been no indication yet as to how much the change is costing the taxpayers. But since it is not costing card holders any extra (those with a combined driver’s licence/CareCard pay the same as they would to renew the licence, and those who don’t drive and are just getting the new Service Card, get it for free), then the government must be footing the bill. Unless these non-resident card holders are managing to get free health care with their invalid cards, than I don’t understand the benefit. What are we saving? As a driver, this will not be a hindrance to me at all. I have to go in to get my licence renewed every five years anyway, although I will need to make sure I start carrying my Social Insurance Number from now on, as my BC CareCard has always been used as my second piece of ID. But for those who don’t drive, who have had the same card for most of their lives (provided they haven’t lost it), they will now have to get into the habit of getting it replaced every five years. I have to wonder, what happens if you forget? I am fairly comfortable in the knowledge that no one in this country gets denied medical care. But if you have an invalid medical card and get billed, will you ever get that money back? Fortunately they have five years to figure it out. And for the conspiracy theorists out there, the final concern is of course going to be privacy. The government has assured the public that the police and ICBC will have no access to medical records, and reversely medical centres will have no access to driving records. However, now that the information is being stored on the same card, how do we know for sure? It is happening whether we like it or not, my only hope is that they start letting us smile for the photos again.
Dear Editor, On January 4th, the B.C. provincial government announced that it will not be renewing the six-year term of provincial auditor general John Doyle. This is an unfortunate development for the residents/taxpayers of B.C. Over the past six years, Mr. Doyle has been very diligent and effective in the performance of his duties. He has repeatedly taken the government to task over its financial
Smart meter extension Dear Editor, In response to the article in the Jan. 9 issue of the Golden Star: Smart meter extension for BC Hydro. There are 140,000 British Columbians who have said no to smart meters. Partly due to the opposition, BC Hydro was recently forced to announce they are allowing their contractor Corix another year to complete the final installations. Hydro customers, whether they’ve had the meters installed or not, are left to wonder how much
mismanagement of provincial matters. The media in Victoria and Vancouver has very appropriately pointed out that with the provincial election campaigns starting up the 1st of April, the last thing Premier Christy Clark wants is Mr. Doyle coming out with more negative reports about how the government is doing its job. Therefore, John Doyle must go. He is being fired for being a competent, hard-working auditor general. What a shame! Jim Galloway Brisco
this delay will add to the cost of the project, already estimated at over $1 billion. We already know the program has a human cost. Starting in midDecember your local meter readers started receiving layoff notice, despite a past promise from the Minister of Energy on CKNW that they would attempt to re-train the almost 400 workers. Minister Rich Coleman and Premier Christy Clark still refuse to meet with COPE 378 as the union representing the meter readers. These are family and community-supporting jobs and it’s shameful to see the government leave so many people behind during this change.
Gwenne Farrell Vice-President Canadian Office and Professional Employees Union local 378 (COPE 378) Burnaby, BC
Clarification An article in last week’s issue of the Golden Star indicated that businesses could register for PST at the local Service BC Centre. That is not the case. Businesses can register online, or via mail/fax.
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Are you concerned about cougars or other wildlife around Golden? Stars to the CORE group. Carry on with the good work.
Stacey Kleon “Yeah, definitely. I cross country ski, so I’m always looking over my shoulder, I figure they’re out there. But I still go out.”
Amedeo Del Fatti “No, unless maybe late at night. I go fishing at Cedar Lake...and it’s in the back of your head, but not something to worry about.”
Leah Mortimer “I am when I’m up behind my place, I live on Pine Drive. I’m always worried about cougars when I’m running around up there.”
STINGERS....To the administration behind CHEERS & SNEERS. People with feelings get really hurt by comments made. Yes especially when these CLOWN commenters haven’t got a clue. Huge stars to the mystery neighbour who keeps plowing our driveway. We are going to follow your
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tracks one day and drop off some goodies! We think his initials are JM? Thanks, Dan & Naomi. A star to the Town of Golden for clearing our driveways after the Wednesday snow fall. STINGERS....to some of the people in this town. YES you want to mouth off behind your computer..instead of talking with the person or persons you don’t like for reasons??? Yes you are
COWARDS and BULLIES!! Big big stars to the Town boys for doing such a good job of cleaning our driveways in King Crescent on Jan. 11, also for cleaning our alleyways. All of the stars to the excellent neighbour with the awesome snowblower. Stars to Darrell White for donating tables to Purcell apartment residents.
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Auditor General critical to protecting our public interest The public depends on institutional watchdogs to keep government accountable. Offices like the Ombudsperson or Auditor General are critical to ensuring that government behaves in the public interest regardless of the political cost. When government actively weakens or undermines these institutional checks and balances, you can be sure that the public interest is being compromised. One of the biggest provincial news stories of 2013 has been the removal, by the BC Liberals, of the current Auditor General. Instead of choosing to have John Doyle stay on as Auditor General, the government has taken this opportunity to get rid of him.
John Doyle has provided very effective and determined oversight of government. The Auditor General is responsible for conducting independent audits and advising on how well government is managing its responsibilities and resources. And in the course of doing his job, John Doyle has exposed a record of incompetence and deceit. Here are just a few examples. The Auditor General has reported on the state of British Columbia’s forest lands declaring that based on his assessment the BC Liberal government failed to halt the drop in timber supply and the loss of species diversity.
The Auditor General has reported on the record of BC’s Environmental Assessment Office stating that based on his investigation it is clear that the office is not properly monitoring the compliance with mitigation standards required in environmental assessment certificates. The Auditor General has reported on the excessive use of deferral accounts at BC Hydro which, according to Doyle, create an illusion of profitability where there is none. But instead of addressing these shortfalls, the BC Liberals first tried to discredit John Doyle. And now they’ve taken the final step: they’ve gotten rid
of him As a caucus, the Opposition has full confidence in John Doyle and we want to see him continue his work. If you believe that firing an effective critic of government is the - MLA Report wrong thing By Norm Macdonald to do, I would encourage you to send a message to the Premier at premier@gov.bc.ca.
Nicholson back after a refreshing and restful Xmas break Janne Arlt Principal of Nicholson Elementary I would like to start the new year by acknowledging the work of some people that made our December a very festive one. Santa brought books for the students and his very busy and generous elf, Mrs. Karen Jones, took a photo of each student with Santa for them to take home. Thanks to East Kootenay Pumping for providing those photos at no cost and to Santa for making his annual stop at Nicholson School! With many donations of items and lots of hard work, the Nicholson Parent Advisory held some raffles and sold some baking at our Christmas Concert. Just over $1000 was raised to help out with school programs. We
are always appreciative of the generosity of our community! After the rest and refresh of the Christmas break, it is great to be back to school to continue on with our year’s plans. Our teachers are meeting next week to collaborate about our school success plan goals to increase our students’ reading achievement. Our winter season brings a number of opportunities for winter sports and activities. The recent snowfall was a source of excitement as many Nicholson students like to spend their playground time sliding down the hill on crazy carpets or building snow forts. The snowshoes are out and classes will be making use of those over the next couple of months, too. Later in January, our Gr. 6/7 students will be starting
a series of three cross-country skiing lessons at Dawn Mountain. Thanks to the Golden Nordic Ski Club for providing coaches and instruction for this program. In the gym this month we have the gymnastics equipment set up and students are enjoying the opportunity to balance, roll, jump, etc.! Last week, staff had a workshop with Christine Muise, coach of the Golden Gymnastics Club, to review skills instruction and safety aspects of teaching gymnastics. Today, we have the opportunity to host a luncheon for some of our community’s aboriginal elders and Golden aboriginal support workers. Thanks to Mrs. Leslie Hein for organizing this event and the students who helped prepare the meal. A Happy and Healthy New Year to everyone!
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Events & Entertainment Calendar Golden Cinema Presents: Les Miserables Starting Friday Jan.18 at 7pm. Film Kicks - Stories We Tell Showing Thursday Jan.17 7:30pm.
This Week Oldtimers Hockey Sunday 7:15 and 8:45pm, Wednesday 9:45pm. Call Russ at 250-344-2734. Silvertips Hockey (50+) Every Monday 3:30pm and Friday 2pm. Call Sid 250344-5514.
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Over six weeks you will learn how to cook healthy, tasty meals on a budget, prepare and eat a meal each week and learn to shop wisely during a visit to the grocery store.
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Co-ed Badminton at Mount 7 Rec Plex from 7 to 9pm. Cost is $7 for adults, $5 for students and seniors. Golden Youth Centre drop in every Wednesday from 3:30 to 9pm. Jam nights every Wednesday evening. Public Skate every Wednesday, 7 to 8pm at the Golden Arena. Jam Night - OpenMic at the Rockwater. Free Homework Help at the GSS Library 3:30-5pm for high school students. Drop in. Golden Parent and Tot Play Lets parents and kids from birth to five enjoy preschool type activities. Every Wednesday at the Rec Plex from 10:30am to noon.
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Ben & Eric Jam Night at the Golden Taps Pub. Golden Voice Toastmasters every Thursday 7-8:30pm at COTR Rm 121. New members welcome. For info call Delanee Jmaiff 250-344-0652.
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grades 4-7. Snacks included. Drop in. Bridge Club Every Thursday at the Senior’s Centre from 1 to 4pm. Contact 250-3445448. Mountain Magic Quilters Guild meets Thursdays from 7:30 to 9pm in the Golden High School’s sewing room. New members and guests always welcome, annual membership is $25. Aquafit exercise class at The Travelodge from 5:30 to 6:30pm. Drop in rate is $6.50. Food Bank Movie Night at the Rockwater Grill and Bar every Thursday from 8 to 10pm until Apr.25, 2013. Free admission when you bring a Food Bank donation.
Fri, Jan. 18 Winter Walking at the Mount 7 Rec Plex from 1-2:30pm. Mother Goose Program Every Friday from 10:30 to 11:30am at the public library. Drop in, snacks included. Sly Business at the Rockwater 10pm to 2am. Golden Youth Centre drop in every Friday from 3:30 to 9pm And movie night every Friday from 7 to 9pm. Bridge Club every Friday from 7 to 10pm at St. Andrews Centre for Peace. Contact 250-344-5448.
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Sat, Jan. 19 Karaoke Night at The Mad Trapper hosts a karaoke night every Saturday. Public Skate every Saturday, 5:30 to 6:45pm. Praise and Eucharist at 6pm at St. Paul’s Anglican Church 913 9th St S. All are welcome! Free Food Skills for Families Jan.19-Mar.23 10-1pm. 6 week program that teaches people how to cook healthy on a budget. Call 250-3446117 to register. Toby Creek Nordic Jackrabbit Program starts for kids, Jan.5. Multi-denominational Service held at the Pentecostal church on 10th St. S. every Saturday evening at 7pm through winter.
Sun, Jan. 20 Public Skate at the Golden Arena Sundays 4:30 - 5:45pm. Helmets recommended, no pucks or sticks allowed during public skate. Junior Climbing Club at Dogtooth Climbing Gym 12:30-2pm. Booking is recommended 250-344-6444.
Mon, Jan.21 Co-ed Badminton at the Mount 7 Rec Plex from 7-8:30pm $7 for adults, $5 for students and seniors.
Parent and Tot Skate 10am to 11:15am at the Arena.
Drop in Shinny every Monday from 9:30 to 10:30pm. Drop in fee $6.50.
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Pilates Core and More Tuesday and Friday, Jan. 8 - June 14, 12-1pm. at the Rec Plex. Please bring own mat. All levels welcome. Sign up at the College of the Rockies.
Tues, Jan. 22 Pilates Core and More Tuesday and Friday, Jan.8 June 14, 12-1pm at the Rec Plex. Please bring own mat. All levels. Sign up at the College of the Rockies.
Join the Cadets. Free program meets every Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:30pm at the Legion Banquet Hall. For young men and women ages 12 to 18. Aquafit exercise class at the Travelodge from 5:30 to 6:30pm. Drop in rate is $6.50 John Jenkins & Friends at the Rockwater 8pm.
Upcoming Events Snowed In Comedy Tour at the Rockwater Jan.23 8pm to 11pm $15. The Travelling Mabels at the Civic Centre Friday, Jan. 25. Taste Washington Winemakers dinner at the Eagle’s Eye on Jan.26. The Golden Film Festival Jan.31 - Feb.2 2013. Thursday Jan.31, 7pm to 11pm. Friday Feb.1, 7pm to 11pm. Saturday Feb.2, 7am to 11pm. Rockets Game Feb.1 7:30pm vs. Spokane Braves at the Golden Arena. Free Women’s Journal Writing Group. Tuesdays star ting Feb.5-Mar.26 1-2:30pm or 6:45-8:15pm. To register call 250-3445317. David Braid at Golden Civic Centre on Feb.5. Buckman Coe at Taps on Feb.6. Delhi 2 Dublin at Rockwater Grill and Bar Feb.8. Tickets $15 at Plain Wayne and Jane. Golden Curling Club Annual Bonspeil Feb.8,9,10. For info call 250-344-0644. Interview Skills Feb.11 How to Market Yourself. To register call 250-344-5413.
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where you're going. Our trip to Kelowna and Summerland, we'll probably get back at about 4 or 5 our time, because you lose an hour coming back." Howe was never a huge fan before volunteering, but has been fortunate enough to watch the team grow over the years. "I really enjoy it. And I do the net, and blow the horn, do all kinds of things. It's a lot of fun. I hope we make it to the second round of the playoffs this year, it will be the first time since I've been part of the organization. That would be great," he said. Hockey keeps him busy in the winter, but Howe has a different hobby to occupy his time in the summer. "I've got a Gold Wing motorcycle that I drive in the summer. We went to Whitehorse this year on the motorcycles, me and the girlfriend, and a friend and his wife. It took two weeks. I'll never do it again, not in two weeks. It will be a month at least," said Howe. "Every year we take the first two weeks of August and we go on a trip. We've been to the island four times, down to the States three times. We travel on the bikes, and tent most of the time. It's a lot of fun." Since coming to Golden in '66, Howe has never left, and is still proud to call this community home. "I like Golden, it's a small community, very friendly. When you walk down
If you've ever been to a Golden Rockets game, you've seen Don Howe. He's the quiet volunteer who rings the buzzer, helps with the nets, and even drives the bus on road trips. "I saw in some advertising that they need board members for the Rockets. So a buddy and I got on the board," said Howe, who moved to Golden with his family in 1966. "My family moved up here. My dad was a CPR agent in Lytton, and he had a better job offer up here, so we moved in June of '66." Shortly after coming to the Columbia Valley, Howe left high school to pursue a job offer at LP. He has been working there ever since. But it is his volunteer work with the Rockets that he enjoys more than anything. "I started driving the bus, which was an old school bus. Then they got the Greyhound, so I had to get my air ticket to drive it. And I've been driving for 10 or 12 years now," he said. "This year we've only had one bad night of road conditions, other than that it's been pretty good. But the bus has good tires on it. And the boys, they keep you awake. They watch TV, and they like it nice and loud. "Sometimes we're still coming back at 2, 3, 4 in the morning, depending on
Don Howe started off volunteering on the board of the Golden Rockets, and has since started ringing the buzzer and driving the bus for the team. Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo the street everyone says hi whether they know you or not," he said. "There's been big changes in my 45
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Celebrate Family Literacy at the movies with CBAL Jessica Schwitek reporter2@thegoldenstar.net Family Literacy Day is coming up, and the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy (CBAL) is celebrating it at the Golden Cinema. "Every Jan. 27 for the last 10 years, we've been celebrating Family Literacy Day as a nationwide event," said Monica De, literacy co-ordinator with CBAL. In the past, CBAL has marked the occasion at either the Rec Plex or the Civic Centre, bringing families together to participate in fun literacy events. But this year they've decided to change it up a bit. "Families are always watching movies and TV shows together, so I wanted to remind them that it could be used as a literacy tool. Talking about the movie throughout, or after, can help improve critical thinking and language skills," said De. "The theme this year is '15 Minutes of Fun.' So we're emphasizing the importance of spending just 15 minutes a day with children to improve their literacy skills. Fifteen minutes a day improves children's literacy skills dramatically." De has taken the top 10 kids movies of 2012, and with the
help of students at Alexander Park and Lady Grey Elementary Schools she will choose one to screen. The event is free, thanks to the Golden Cinema donating the space, and there will be prizes and draws for the attendees. The doors open at 3:30 p.m., and the movie will start around 4 p.m. The movie theatre has 150 seats, and in the past, Family Literacy Day has had more than 200 people participate, so come early to get a seat. CBAL also has some exciting literacy programs starting in the new year. The One-to-one Reading Program is beginning again on Jan. 28, and De is still looking for some more volunteer tutors. "It's not much of a commitment for such a great reward. Literacy is such an important life skill," she said. Tutors only need to commit one to one and a half hours a week for seven weeks. There are two new programs coming up, the Guys Read program and the Women's Journal Writing Group. Guys Read, for boys in Grades 4 and 5, is at LGES from noon to 1 p.m. every Tuesday, and allows boys to read whatever they
Families gathered to participate in fun literacy games at last year’s Family Literacy Day event. This year it will be celebrated at the Golden Cinema. Star Photo want, as long as they're reading. And the journal writing program takes place at the Golden Women's Resource Centre every Tuesday from 1 to 2:30 p.m., or from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Also brand new this year is the Food Skills for Families program.
"The Food Skills for Families is really great. It's a six-week program from Jan. 19 to Feb. 23, so it's coming up quick," said De. "It includes all the food they're going to cook. They talk about meal planning, budgeting, discount shopping, food labels. It's pretty awesome."
The program takes place for six Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Centre for Peace's Community Kitchen, and includes free child minding. For more information on any of these free programs, or to volunteer, contact De at 250439-9665.
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Golden Minor Hockey status report from president Brad Cable The 2012/2013 season for Golden Minor Hockey (GMH)is in full gear. We have teams in four categories this year. There have been some challenges along the way, however overall, the experience has been positive: The Initiation A/B Rams have had a great start to the year. Once again this group of 4-6 year old players make up our largest group of players that will hopefully feed our older division in the future. The “Mini Rams” continue to develop their skills with a dedicated group of coaches and volunteers led by Adam McCollough and Stacy Lynne Wilkins. The team practices Tuesday and Friday nights at 5:30 and 5:45 p.m. The team will be hosting their home tournament at the Golden Arena on Feb. 23. Our Novice Team of 7 and 8 year old players continues to build from their success of last year. The players practice hard every Tuesday and Thursday night. The team has participated in tournaments in Revelstoke and Banff. Highlights include winning all four of their games at their Banff tournament. A big thank you goes out to Curt and Kathy Thorne, Tyler Gulliford, Mark Baxendale, and all of the parents of this dedicated group. The Novice home tournament will be held Feb. 9-10, with twelve teams attending. Special thanks to Tim Hortons for sponsoring both our Initiation and Novice teams this year. And to Dodge / Chrysler
Canada for sponsoring our Novice team. The Golden atoMc Rams have been competitive throughout the year and look to continue their strong play for the remainder of the season. The Atoms qualified for “A” division play this year with only 12 skaters and one goalie, however most games have been played with nine to ten skaters. Upcoming events include a tournament in the Elk Valley this weekend, league games in Golden Feb. 2 and 3, and their home tournament February 15-17. Twelve teams will be attending this tournament from throughout BC and Alberta. The atoMc Rams will be travelling to Kimberley March 2 and 3 with visions of bringing the East Kootenay A Banner home to hang at the Golden Arena. Thanks to all the parents, the coaching staff, and to their manager Caroline Osborne for all of their efforts. A very special thank-you to McDonalds Golden for sponsoring our Atom team this season. The Bantam Rams play in the B division of the East Kootenay Minor Hockey Association this season. The team is a mix of first and second year bantam aged players as well as many girls who are playing contact hockey for the first time this season. The team has had mixed results in league play however they continue to build as they head towards the banner championships Feb. 23 and 24 in Invermere. The club
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will be hosting their home tournament this upcoming weekend at the Golden Arena. Come out and watch some exciting action. At the executive level, there have been some challenges however overall we have a positive and dedicated group of parents that want to ensure a safe and fun hockey environment for all of our youth. We have initiated a Shinny Program this season with financial assistance provided by the Columbia Basin Trust and the Golden Legion. The program is in its infancy and we will continue to monitor its progress. GMH also held a Skate-a-Thon on Dec. 10 which raised over $3,000. A thank you to all the players, parents, and to Eddie Leigan for making this event such as huge success. Congratulations and thank you to Grayson Mitzel who raised $470 on his own. Well done Grayson!! Our players will also selling gift certificates for Moose Trax fudge throughout January and February, just in time for Valentines’ day. A big thank you to Janet Crandall for supporting this exciting new fundraising program. We do not have any events planned for Minor Hockey Week, however we will be hosting our annual Mini-Olympic tournament during the week of March 4 - 9. The public is invited to come on out and enjoy the event. Our year-end banquet is also tentatively sched-
uled for March 9. Tickets will be on sale shortly. At this banquet, we will announce the winner of our 50/50 cash draw. If you would like tickets for the banquet, or a cash draw ticket, contact one of our executive members. Success of any non-profit youth organization relies on the support of its greatest assets, the parents!! Golden Minor Hockey would like to take this opportunity to thank the parents that continue to volunteer their time to ensure that our players are provided with the best environment to play hockey. GMH will also continue to maintain and strengthen our relationships within the hockey and business community. We would like to thank the Golden Rockets, the Golden Oldtimers, the Golden Silvertips, and the Golden Men’s Recreational Hockey League for their continued support. And to all of the local businesses that help our organization, we thank you for everything you do. If you are a local business owner that is interested in a sponsorship for one of our upcoming tournaments, please contact Trish Spiry, our fundraising coordinator at hockey@goldenhockey.com. GMH continues to work with the Town of Golden to ensure that all users of the Golden arena are provided with a safe and comfortable environment to play and watch hockey. Our group has worked with the Town and has tried various
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Kicking Horse Culture has added an extra show to the Live Kicks lineup. Jazz musician David Braid had a bit of extra time while touring in the Calgary area, so Kicking Horse Culture jumped on the opportunity to bring him to Golden. He will be making the drive to town to play a solo jazz concert on the KHC's new Yamaha Grand Piano in the Civic Centre on Tuesday Feb. 5. For lovers of jazz and the piano, and for folks who like to be adventurous in their musical taste, do not miss this performance. Hailed in the Canadian press as “A jazz genius to call our own” (MacLean’s Magazine), two-time Juno award winning David Braid is among a new generation of Canadian artists making his mark on international stages. Braid has performed across Western Europe, Scandinavia, Asia, Australia, Brazil, the United States and Canada. Combining harmonic intricacies fundamental to European classical music and the spontaneity of American jazz, Braid’s ori-
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humans can accomplish. Since its release the movie has broken box office records in its native France In February Film Kicks will be bring- and across Europe. ing the award winning movie The The Intouchables could have been a Intouchables to the Golden Cinema on film about the dark side of what could Feb. 7. happen to a person who suffers a lose Jazz musician David Braid is coming to the The film is based on a true story of two of their physical freedom, however in Golden Civic Centre on Feb. 5. men who seemingly come from such dif- this case it depicts a strange camarad Photo Submitted ferent worlds that their budding friend- erie which find its base in honesty and ship never should have happened. humour between two individuals who ginal music engages audi- tory” (South China MorFrancois Cluzet plays a quadriplegic come from very different worlds. ences with melodic lyricism ning Post), “une force poéaristocrat who was injured in a paraglidIn September 2012 the film was nomand rhythmic pulses that tique” (Le Soleil) and “eleing accident while Omar Sy (who won inated as the French entry for the Best do not conform neatly to gant” (Ottawa Citizen). a Cesar Award for the role) character Foreign Film for the 85th annual Acadany one musical genre. His Tickets are $25, and are is a young man from the projects who emy awards. work has been described as on sale at the Art Gallery of becomes his caretaker. The film will be starting at 7:30 p.m. “refreshingly uncategoriz- Golden. The show starts at As a movie based off of a true story and thosebasis. planning to attend are Kicking Horse Ford is looking We want to continu able” (Paris Transatlantic), 7:30 p.m., doors openfor at 7 worthy causes to sponsor on a monthly has become an oddly uplifting comedy reminded that if at all possible to bring “wide-ranging, explora- us. p.m.Please call or e-mail Dan or stop in for a coffee and a chat. Let’s stay involved with who support about friendship, trust and just what cash to purchase a ticket.
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A quote attributed to the philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche states: “Many are stubborn in pursuit of the path they have chosen, few in pursuit of the goal.” A perfect example of the resolute handful Nietzsche was generically referring to is the Vancouver-based singer-songwriter/multi-instrumentalist, Buckman Coe, who is coming to Golden to play at the Taps on Feb. 6. A passionate activist and believer in the power of music and art to help shape a brighter future, Coe chose his path long ago. And as he follows it, he will remain in stoic pursuit of his goal to effect positive change for as long as there is breath in his body. Plucked from the sweet pop-reggae cut "Stubborn Man," from the January 2013 EP release, Crow’s Nest (Tonic/ Fontana North), as far as Coe is concerned the lyric above is no naïve hippie idealism. Based on the inspirational musician’s faith in the human spirit to prevail in these tense, uncertain times, it is a plain-as-day truism and typical of the optimism Coe brings to his acclaimed music. Sun-kissed folk-rock; gospel-tinged soul; intoxicating world-beat melodies, and a decidedly West Coast psychedelic pop sensibility all play a part in providing the sonic platform for Coe’s socially conscious lyrics. His fourth release since debuting with the Windhorse mini-album in 2005, Crow’s Nest displays a diverse range of Coe’s musical influences and talents. In the epic closer "Kingdom Come" alone, a driving reggae beat meets flamenco guitar motifs and Middle Eastern
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melodies to underpin a dramatic vocal performance. Like 2012’s full-length, By the Mountain’s Feet, the EP is crisply produced by Jason Kechely and features Brian Minato (bass/guitar), Michael Rush (upright bass), Chris Gestrin (keyboards), Jon Roper (electric guitar) and Sam Cartwright (drums) in rock solid support. Of the lyrical inspirations for Crow’s Nest, Coe says: “I wrote these songs in
response to the threat the Pacific Northwest faces with proposed (oil) pipelines, an old friend's story about Japan after the Tsunami, and of course with a little bit of time dedicated to love, growing food and getting spiritually psychedelic… It's about taking control of our lives and the world around us through compassion, joy and a kick-ass attitude based on a stubborn commitment to righteousness and compassion.”
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ing some world class folk music to the area with Jason and Pharis Romero on Feb. 13. In the tiny hamlet of Horsefly, B.C. – population 700 – lives a pair of musicians with a pair of extraordinary claims to fame. Jason Romero is widely considered to be one of the greatest banjobuilders in the world, with a client list that includes Jerry Douglas and Ricky Skaggs. He and his wife, Pharis – an alumnus of the highly-regarded oldtime act Outlaw Social – also happen to have a vintage roots duo that’s experiencing a meteoric ascent in the folk world. After collecting a 2012 Canadian Folk Music Award for Emerging Artist of the Year and a 2012 Independent Music Award for Americana Album of the Year for their duo debut, A Passing Glimpse, Pharis and Jason Romero are heading back on
the road to launch the album’s follow-up, Long Gone Out West Blues. And it turns out the Romeros are as uncommonly-skilled at song-writing as they are at banjo-building. Where A Passing Glimpse consisted mostly of traditional numbers, Long Gone is mostly originals – eight out of 13 tracks to be precise -- but it’s hard to tell. With their glorious homespun melodies and mournful harmonies, songs like “Come on Home,” the title track, and “Lonely Home Blues” sound like the kind of things folks have been singing for generations. In fact, it’s hard to pick out those songs from the ones people have actually been singing for generations -- like Walter Scott’s “Across the Bridge,” Billy Baskette’s “Waiting for the Evening Mail,” and the rollicking traditional song “Wild Bill Jones.”
Jason and Pharis Romero are playing a house concert in Parson on Feb. 13 Photo Submitted The album was recorded in Horsefly, using mobile gear trucked in by the duo’s Portland-based coproducer, Ivan Rosenberg. As with all the Romeros’ work, the music was played on beautiful vintage or
hand-built instruments such as pre-war Martin guitars and Jason’s hand-crafted banjos and resophonic guitars. Ticket information to the show is available at pharisandjason. com.
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Dr. Tint is here to help with all your tinting needs Jessica Schwitek reporter2@thegoldenstar.net A local business owner has just put one of the final touches on the new RCMP Detachment building. Dr. Tint, a.k.a. Alan Chornyj, has been doing window tinting for more than two decades, and recently completed a large job for the RCMP. "I'm proud to have been able to provide the RCMP with their request for this special safety, security reflective silver window film," said Chornyj. "It gives them daytime privacy. And this is 8mm security film. So if anybody breaks these windows, or falls into these windows, it substantially reduces the injuries that anyone will receive because it will hold the glass together in one piece. In earthquake areas it is requested all the time." The reflective film, which is a request for police detachments across the country, makes it difficult to see through the windows until you're right beside them. It took Chornyj three weeks to cover the Golden detachment, as it has about 60 windows. He was also asked to stencil some of the interior windows. There are many benefits to window film, whether it be on a motor vehicle, commercial building, or residential home. "For safety reasons we do motor vehicle installations. It gives them privacy as well. If there are contents in the car worth stealing, people outside can't see it," said Chornyj. "The film rejects 99 per cent of ultra violet rays. So it keeps the interior of the vehicle in fairly new condition over the years because there's no ultra violet damage. That's one of the most important reasons people do their cars, for the ultra violet protection." When it comes to buildings, especially large ones like the RCMP Detachment, the window film can actually pay for itself in energy savings. "The film is an energy saving product. It makes the building more energy efficient. This
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window film rejects 75 per cent of the solar heat on the glass. So it reduces the air conditioning load in the building, and there's an actual payback to having window film put on. It does pay for itself over a few years," said Chornyj. There are more than 50 kinds of window film, which means that dark or reflective tinting are not the only options. And Chornyj can help any client find the right product for them. "As a professional installer who has been doing this for 25 years, I can help you make a decision about what type of film is best for what your need is. It all depends on why you're putting film on your windows. But most people enjoy it for the privacy aspect. If people can't see through the windows and see what they can steal, it deters them from breaking in," he said. If you have any questions about the product or installation, you can call Dr. Tint at 250344-2979.
Alan Chornyj, or Dr. Tint, shows off the relective window film, above, that he just installed on the new RCMP Detachment in Golden. He also did some stenciling, below, inside the building. Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo
• Music ALL WELCOME • Personal Stories of Faith SnowRider Chapel • Teaching from the Bible Saturdays @ 7 starting January 5th... and continuing through the winter season • Connecting with other believers 717 - 10th St S (Golden Pentecostal Tabernacle) • Room for questions Hosted and sponsored by the Pentecostal and Alliance Churches of Golden
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PYRAMID CORPORATION is now hiring! Instrument Technicians and Electricians for various sites across Alberta. Send resume by fax 780-955-HIRE or hr@pyramidcorporation.com Tim Hortons dba Bolico Holdings Ltd. 1421 Trans Canada Highway, Golden B.C. V0A 1H2 Food Counter Attendant / Production Full time (40 hrs/wk) Nights/Overnights/Early Mornings/Weekends $10.25/Hr + benefits. Fax resume to 250-439-1963 or apply in person. WANTED SHORT Logger and Hayrack logging truck off highway and highway hauls for work till end of March. Call 604-819-3393.
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Furniture For Sale: Fabric room dividers Assorted sizes $50 each. Folding tables and chairs $10$40. Darrell White 250-3446935.
Heavy Duty Machinery A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’53 in stock. SPECIAL 44’ x 40’ Container Shop w/steel trusses $13,800! Sets up in one day! Also Damaged 40’ $1950 Call Toll Free Also JD 544 & 644 wheel loaders JD 892D LC Excavator Ph. 1-866-528-7108 Free Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com
Misc. for Sale HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? Large assortment of fabric, various sizes and colours. Good for quilting and crafts. 250-344-6180. Rocky Mountain Buffalo Ranch, 100% Grass Fed Naturally Raised Buffalo. All cuts available again farm direct. Sides are now available by reservation also. Call Leo at 250-3444779 and he will be happy to answer any questions you have and put your order together. Thank you very much for supporting our family farm. leo@leodowney.com http://leodowney.com/rockymountain-buffalo-ranch/ SAWMILLS FROM only $3997. Make money and save money with your own bandmilll. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info and DVD: 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT www.NorwoodSawmills.com/ 400OT STEEL BUILDINGS / Metal Buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100; sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206. www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
Misc. Wanted Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 250-863-3082 in Town
Real Estate Other Areas 20 ACRES Free! Buy 40-Get 60 acres. $0-Down, $168/mo. Money back guarantee. No credit checks. Beautiful views. Roads surveyed. Near El Paso, Texas. 1-800-843-7537 www.sunsetranches.com
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Rental Units avail. Close to downtown. Call (250)344-8919 Sherri,Highland Property Management Ltd. NP No parties. Twin Rivers - 1 & 2 bdrm apts. No parties, N/S, no pets. Laundry facilities, Security doors. Best Deal in Town! 250-344-8113.
Apartment Furnished 1&2 bdr. furnished suites. Utilities included. Close to amenities. No pets, parties. DD. Internet available. 250-344-8429, or 344-0604.
3 Bdrs up, 2 down. Located in residential area close to everything. Fenced yard, W/D hookup. Call 250-344-5996. Newer 1 Bedroom cabin with loft, sitting on a full basement on an acreage south of Golden. $925/month + utilities. No parties, no illegal activities. Long term, mature, reliable tenants preferred. References and damage deposit required. Please telephone 250-344-6710.
Shared Accommodation Shared accmd looking for 1 mature NS roommate to share a very clean house in Nicholson w/ 1 person. No pets. DD and refs reqd. $400 +utls. Call 250-344-2408.
Townhouses 3 BDR 2 bath Townhouse. Balcony & propane fireplace. Appliances incl. dishwasher. Family preferred. References & Damage Deposit. $1495/month plus utilities. Telephone 250-344-6710.
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Commercial/ Industrial Golden COMMERCIAL BUILDING 3100 sq. ft. of Retail Space Located DOWNTOWN Excellent High Traffic Area Plenty of Parking 250-344-6710
Cottages / Cabins 2 room cabin located in the Blaeberry. Avail Feb 1 - March 31. Fully furnished incl utilities, laundry & sat TV. $400/mnt 250-344-4785. Must be willing/able to care for horses. Email albjorn@telus.net For rent: 1 bedroom cabin full furnished, all ult incld, no pets. Call Columbia Valley Credit Union 344-2282 ask for Lorne.
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Homes for Rent 2 bdrm house in town. Very nice. Quiet neighbourhood. Close to all amenities. 250-344-5450. 2 Bedroom renovated older house, downtown Golden. No pets or parties. References and Damage Deposit required. Long-term preferred. $950/mth + utilities. Located on a large commercial lot and is suitable for business use also. Telephone 250-344-6710.
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Recount the highlights of Golden society 100 years ago Reading through a copy of the on Tuesday, Jan.21, by the enginGolden Star from 100 years ago, eering staff of the Kootenay Centhe issue dated January 11, 1913, tral Railway. I thought to myself you know, the Golden Star Local News column J.J. Sutherland of the office staff was much like reading a day’s full of the Columbia River Lumber of Facebook mesCompany is visiting sages. If you subthe coast scribe to Facebook, you probably belong The snowfall for last to more than one week at Glacier was group. I subscribe to eleven feet and one Golden Free Classihalf an inch, which fieds, Town of Goldis said to be a record en, Golden Rockets, breaking one. Cheers N Sneers… you get the idea. So A foreigner was here are some of the brought into Goldbits from that issue en hospital yesterday - Turning Back the Pages - suffering bruises on of the paper. By Colleen Palumbo his back as a result of As will be seen by a tree failing on him an advertisement while employed at which appears elsewhere in this the C.R.L. Co’s camps. His name issue Dr. Hall, the well-known is known by the hospital authordentist, is here and is prepared ities. He cannot speak English. to practice dentistry in all departments. He has taken an office The light fantastic was indulged over the Sunrise restaurant. in by a goodly number of devotees of the Terpsichorean art in the A meeting of the Golden Dis- Lyric hall last evening and the trict Farmers Institute will be affair was much enjoyed. Miss held at the office of the associa- Wells furnished the music. tion on Tuesday afternoon next at 4 o’clock C.P.R. time, to appoint Louise Morris lies in the Golda delegate to attend the annual en hospital suffering from interconvention in Victoria. nal injuries as a result of her leap for life from the second storey of Invitations are bring printed for eh house known as the “Newport” a dance to be given in Lyric hall which was reduced to ashes in
The above photo is a birthday party at Wixon House. Photo courtesy of the Golden Museum quick time shortly after noon on Tuesday. Rosalie Morris was running the house in the absence of Helen Marrs, who is in Chicago. Donald Adams, one of the best known locomotive engineers running through here, was severely burned about the head and shoulders at Field. He was cleaning a burner on an oil burn-
ing engine when an explosion of gas took place in the firebox. He was taken into the Victoria Hospital in Revelstoke, where he is reported doing as well as can be expected. The second of the Cosgrove concert companies will give an entertainment in Golden next Friday evening. No doubt this
concert will be as popular as that of the Imperial Bell Ringers who appeared here recently. Probably the comic element will be more prominent on the program. The company includes singers, a solo violinist, a banjo soloist, etc. It is desirable that this entertainment, brought here at considerable expense, should be greeted by a large audience.
Hello Babies of 2010! 2012! The Golden Star will feature Golden and area babies born in 2012 in the 2013 January 30 edition. Ad cost is $20 for your baby’s colour photo, name and birth details. To book your ad, call the paper at 250 344-5251. Deadline for submissions is January 25, 2013.
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Zamboni makeover
Shelly Poland stops for a photo while training for last year’s Special Olympics. Star Photo
Volunteers needed in Golden Special Olympics BC Submitted
Tim Hortons has given the Golden Arena’s zamboni a makeover. It was unveiled for the first time at the Golden Rockets game on Jan. 11. Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo
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Most people in Golden know one another, or at least know of one another. That is the nature of small towns, the joy and the pain is shared. A particularly joyful moment is about to happen in January and February 2014, when local cross country skier Shelly Poland will represent Canada in PyeongChang, South Korea. As an athlete who participates in Special Olympic BC (SO BC) Golden programming, she has been working hard on improving since she joined in April of 2004. Belonging to a program like Special Olympics has allowed Shelly to make friends, develop skills and engage in truly incredible athletic achievement. She has grown in many ways, and continually makes her friends, family and larger community proud. The coaches, supporters and executive of SOBC-Golden have been behind Shelly 100 per cent. She has been an inspiration and they hope to share sporting opportunities like this with many more people. Special Olympics BC provides opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities to enrich their lives and celebrate personal achievement though positive sports experiences. In 55 communities around B.C. (including Golden), dedicated volunteers run year-round programs in up to 18 sports and youth programs. This opens up an inclusive, accepting world where athletes of all ages can participate in sports, make new friends, improve their health and fitness, and build confidence and skills. Many SOBC community programs around the province are now offering youth programs for athletes with intellectual disabilities ages two to 18. The Active Start, FUNdamentals and Sport Start programs offer a strong pathway for children and teenagers with intellectual disabilities to develop essential motor and sport skills in a fun, welcoming environment, and eventually transition into traditional SOBC programs where they can exercise their love of sport throughout their lives. Traditional SOBC programs include athletes of all ages, from eight to 88. Special Olympics BC-Golden has been operating with very few volunteers for several years, and there is a need to find new and motivated volunteers to share the joy! The inspiring story of Shelly’s success is one we can all celebrate and we encourage interested parties to become involved so that programs like the cross-country skiing can continue, grow and develop more incredible athletes. Volunteers are absolutely essential in providing these opportunities, and are welcomed with open arms into a wide range of positions. These programs are run by a volunteer executive committee, and all the sport programs are staffed by volunteer coaches who are enormously appreciated by the athletes they support. It's a common theme among Special Olympics volunteers: once you meet SO athletes, you get hooked! There are countless comments from volunteers on how much they love working with SOBC athletes, and an incredible number of volunteers who have been involved for upwards of 10 and 20 years because they so value being involved with these athletes and the community of volunteers. These athletes are inspiring, appreciative, and genuine. Come and share the joy! Come and support our athletes to have experiences like Shelly’s, and make our community a better and more inclusive place for us all. To get involved, please contact the local co-ordinator, Ned Johnson, at 250-344-2780.
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A win and an OT loss keep the Rockets tied for first place Golden Star Staff reporter@thegoldenstar.net The Golden Rockets tallied a threepoint weekend, which was just enough to keep them tied for first place in the Eddie Mountain Division of the Kootenay International Ice Hockey League. On Friday night the Rockets played their division rivals the Fernie Ghostriders. Even though Golden led through most of the game, the Ghostriders won 6-5 in overtime. Fernie snagged the only goal of the first period, but the middle frame was dominated by the Rockets. Bobby Kashuba picked up three points with two goals and one assist. Also picking up goals for Golden were Carter Cochrane, and James Price, giving the Rockets a 5-2 lead going into the third period. Fernie fought back hard, scoring three goals in the third to push it to overtime. Sudden death overtime was short-lived, and Ghostrider Derek Georgopoulos scored the winning goal 40 seconds in. The Rockets were in town again on Saturday night, this time facing off against the Kimberley Dynamiters. The game had a more favourable result with a 3-1 win for Golden. The Rockets hammered the Dynamiters with 22 shots in the first period, but were unable to get one past netminder Jeremy Mousseau, who was honoured with the first star of the game for his 44-save night. They had a little more luck in the second, and Jacob Bergeron was able to score on a power play more than half way through the period. They extended their lead in the third
Golden Rocket Jacob Bergeron celebrates after scoring the team’s first goal against the Kimberley Dynamiters on Jan. 12. Jessica Schwitek/Star Photo The Rockets have only 11 games left with a goal from Josh Jewell just a few Golden was able to hold onto the lead, minutes in. and tallied one more goal on the empty in the regular season, and only seven at home. The next home game isn’t Kimberley tried to come back, scoring net with 0:01 left on the clock. a power play goal three minutes later After the weekend of play, Golden is until Friday Feb. 1 against the Spokane while Bobby Kashuba was in the penalty tied with Fernie for top spot in the div- Braves, and then the following night ision with 55 points. against the Castlegar Rebels. box for hooking.
Golden goaltender returns to the hometown hockey team Darryl Crane editor@thegoldenstar.net In the first season in the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League, Cody Boeckman has found his way back to Golden. The 18-year-old goalie is once again calling Golden home after spending the season playing for the Nelson Leafs. "I was really happy. I heard I was going to be moved, and when I was told I was going
to Golden I was excited," he said. When the news came down that Nelson had picked up a new net minder, Boeckman never figured this is how the deal would work out. "Nope not at all. We (Nelson) traded for a guy from Kamloops so I assumed I would be going there. Then I walked in and they said I was going to Golden instead, which was great," he said. Boeckman grew up playing hockey in Golden, and has
some great memories from that time. "I moved away when I was 13. I was a Ram when we won the provincial tournament in 2005-2006 in Pee Wee. I have some good memories here," he said. Boeckman still has a few relatives in the area and has enjoyed coming back to the town. "It is different being with a new team. They seem like good guys so I think it is going very well."
Many players do not have the chance to play on two of the top teams in any league in the same year, and this fact has not been lost on Boeckman. "I was happy that happened. It definitely doesn't happen very often, so to get that chance is great and I appreciate it a lot." As for his own goals for the rest of the season, Boeckman is hoping he can do everything he can to help the Rockets win.
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