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The 20th annual Cattle Baron’s Ball hosted by the Boundary C 4-H Club packed the Rock Creek Fairgrounds Pavilion last Saturday night. Funds raised will help the 4-H members to participate in the Rock Creek and provincial winter fairs this fall. But 2014 is the 100th anniversary of 4-H in B.C. and there are plans afoot to celebrate the centenary. 4-H is more than just the fall fair, though. For example the Boundary District 4-H Rally Day is held each May. This year, to help celebrate 100 years of 4-H in the province, Rally Day will be a two-day affair and invitation cards for a social, dinner and dance on May 3 were given out throughout the evening to supporters and 4-H alumni (former members, leaders or parents). The Cattle Baron’s Ball featured a dinner and dance (Sonny Boys provided live music) with many donated items offered at both a silent auction and a live auction. It is clear that the community supports the work done by 4-H. Over $13,200 was raised in the live auction alone. Kevin Rothwell, General Manager for 4-H BC, conducted the auction for the second year in a row. Up for sale were several items donated by local citizens and businesses. Local artists donated numerous pieces for the auctions. John Lindquist once again went above and beyond, • See CATTLE BARON’S BALL page 9

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4-H member Dawson Harpur flexes his muscles to drive the bidding up for auctioneer Kevin Rothwell at the 2014 Cattle Baron’s Ball last weekend in Rock Creek. PHOTO: PAT KELLY

Lions host free Easter dinner For the eighth year the Kettle River Lions Club is offering their free Easter dinner—a delicious meal each year featuring turkey, ham and all the trimmings. This year’s event happens on Easter Saturday, April 19 at 5 p.m. at the Rock Creek fairgrounds pavilion. Children are welcome. While the dinner is free of charge, it is expected that those who can afford it make a donation. Those who are for some reason not able to pay for it—it’s ok, that is what the dinner is all about. “This is our eighth Easter dinner and the

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Saturday, April 12: 3rd Annual Spring Bazaar 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Midway Community Centre. Baking, crafts, canning, jewelry, Easter goodies, gift baskets, Watkins, quilting, woodworking, gifts, and much, much more. Lunch, refreshments and goodies available. Saturday, April 12: Royal Canadian Legion #155 (Greenwood) Easter Meat Draw, 3 p.m. sharp. Everyone welcome. Saturday, April 12: Red Neck Rock n Roll Dance at McArthur Centre 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Tickets $10 available at Pacific Grill, Sears and the Yellow Door. Open bar—proceeds to Greenwood Economic Development Committee. Saturday, April 12: Heritage Credit Union West Boundary Branch 10th anniversary 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, April 13: To thank supporters of the spring break youth trip to Guatemala a short presentation and slideshow will be shown at Kettle River Chapel - 1735 Hwy #33 at 6 p.m. Monday, April 14: Midway Hiking and Biking Trails AGM 6:30 at Midway Fire Hall. Tuesday, April 15: Floodplain & Riparian Management public input session. USCC Community Centre (Community Centre Road off of Hwy 3. 12 noon to 4 p.m. Register with Graham Watt—plan@kettleriver.ca or 250-442-4111. Tuesday, April 15: School District 51 board meeting 6 p.m. Boundary Learning Centre, 7th and Chamblet in Midway. Thursday, April 17: Boundary Minor Hockey AGM, 5 p.m. at the Midway Community Hall. Everyone welcome. Friday and Saturday, April 18 & 19: Healthful Living Weekend with Sid Kettner, MD at the Kettle Wildlife Club House. For more info see the ad in this issue or contact Harald Zinner at 250-446-2517. Saturday, April 19: 8th annual Kettle River Lions Club Community Easter Dinner at the Rock Creek Fairgrounds Pavilion at 5 p.m. Celebrate the season with a dinner - the whole western Boundary community is invited. Free – no tickets needed – just arrive. Donations will be accepted. Saturday, April 26: Riverside Artists present the Second Annual Art Show 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Rock Creek Fair Pavillon. Celebrate Arts and Culture Week - musicians, dancers, authors, artisans of all media. Free admission, door prizes, food available. Saturday, April 26: Annual Fun Night at the RC Legion in Greenwood. Dinner 6 p.m., $15 per person includes $100 play money. Auction 9 p.m. Blackjack, Crown & Anchor, Duck Race. Proceeds to our community’s bursaries. Everyone welcome to join in the fun. For more info call Solange 250-445-6110 or the Legion. Saturday, April 26: Riverside Artists present the Second Annual Art Show 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Rock Creek Fair Pavilion. Celebrate Arts and Culture Week. Free admission, door prizes, food available, numerous artists including a display by the students of Marilyn Hansen from the WBES. Sunday, April 27: Biz After Biz from 3 – 7 p.m. at West Boundary Elementary Gym. Open to all members of the community. Supper compliments of Pownall Construction and Form Rental. Saturday, May 10: Midway Mothers Spring Event – Breakfast starts at 8 a.m. at McMynn’s parking lot, Lunch from 11:30 – 2. Raffles, music, vendors and more. Sponsored by Midway Public Library and McMynn’s Family Foods. REGULAR EVENTS: Mondays: Floor curling at Westbridge Hall at 1:30 p.m. $1 per person contact Linda 250-446-2031.

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Mondays: Midway Art Club meets from 2 - 4 p.m. Info: 250-449-2673. Mondays: Pokino at the Greenwood Seniors Centre, starts at 1 p.m. Mondays: Legion drop in crib at the Greenwood Legion 7 PM start. $3 for the evening. Mondays: Sparks, Brownies Guides and Pathfinders meet from 3:30 to 5 at WBES. Monday - Saturday: Drop-in social at the Greenwood Seniors’ Centre, 9-11 a.m. First & Third Monday: Midway Village Council meeting; 6:30 p.m. with a delegation or 7 p.m. if none. First & Third Monday: The Bridge Drop-in Centre in Midway is open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. First Monday: Greenwood Seniors Centre meeting at 2 p.m. 250-445-2290. Second Monday: The Bridge Drop-in Centre sorting day 10-2 p.m. All helpers are appreciated. Second & Fourth Monday: Greenwood City Council meeting at 7 p.m. Third Monday: Bridesville Women’s Institute meets at 11 am. Info: 4462210 or 446-2121. Third Monday: Frolicking Fancies – the Greenwood Red Hat Ladies Group meet monthly in Greenwood. Information Francine 250-445-6734; or Shirley 250-445-9908. Third Monday: Discover Rock Creek Society meets in the WBES library at 6:30. Last Monday: Kettle River Recreation Commission meets at the Little Red School House at 7 p.m. Info Bill Watson 250-446-2325 or Sherry Dalziel 250-446-2997. Monday and Wednesday: 2-3 p.m. Zumba for Women at Kettle River Chapel 1735 Hwy 33, Rock Creek. Info Kathie 250-446-2243. Monday and Wednesday: Country Kids Playschool 8:30 – 11:30 at Rock Creek Medical Clinic boardroom. Tuesdays: AA Meetings at McArthur Centre in Greenwood at 8 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays: Kettle River Art Club meets from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. In McArthur Centre. Tuesdays & Thursdays: Taekwondo 6-7 p.m. West Boundary Elementary Gym. For ages 6 to 90. Wear loose clothing - lessons are free. Instructor Bo Macfarlane. Tuesdays and Thursdays: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Zumba for Women at Kettle River Chapel 1735 Hwy 33, Rock Creek. Info Kathie 250-446-2243. First Tuesday: Elks #493 monthly meeting at the Slavonic Hall in Grand Forks at 7 p.m. Info: 250-442-2856 or 250-442-4276. Third Tuesday: Kettle Valley Wildlife Association meets at the range in Rock Creek at 7 pm. Wednesdays: Girl Guides of Canada meet at King of Kings Church Midway. Sparks ages 5-6 and Brownies ages 7-8 meet from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. Guides ages 9-11 and Pathfinders ages 12-14 meet from 6-7:30 p.m. For information call 250-449-2309 or 250-445-9955. Wednesdays: Greenwood & District Business Assoc. meeting. Anglican Church at 7 pm. Wednesdays: Belly Dancing at Bridesville Hall from 6:30 – 8 p.m. No experience necessary. Free. Info: 250-446-2942. Wednesdays: Midway Crib Tournament – Bored Room Bistro, 607 Eighth Avenue, Midway at 7 p.m. Wednesdays: Senior’s Bingo at 1 p.m. at the Greenwood Senior’s Drop-in

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Quote of the Week: It is a wise father that knows his own child. – William Shakespeare (1564 - 1616), The Merchant of Venice, Act II, sc. 2 Joke of the Week: There were 3 men in the desert. They all wanted something to cool them down. One brought a pail of water. The second brought an umbrella. The third took out a car door. The other two said,” Why do you have a car door?” The person said, “So we could roll the windows down when we get hot!”

Centre. $1 admission. Wednesdays: Storytime at Greenwood Library from Feb. 5 through April 9, at 10:30 a.m. for ages 3-5 with caregiver/parent. Siblings welcome. Wednesdays: Curling club “Fun” league. 1 p.m. $10 drop-in fee. Info 250446-2242 or 250-449-2869. Wednesdays: Women’s Counseling in Rock Creek and West Boundary: Free and confidential. For information call the STV counselor at 1-855-441-3131 or 442-3131. Childcare and transportation subsidies are available. Wednesdays: CBAL Parent Child Mother Goose at Midway library. Free program from 11 a.m. to noon - enjoy learning rhymes, easy songs and stories with your child. Kam Holihn will facilitate Mother Goose to caregivers and children under 6. First Wednesday: West Boundary Senior Housing Society meeting at 1 pm in Parkview Manor Midway. Second Wednesday: Boundary Citizen’s Patrol meets at Midway Senior’s Centre from 7 - 8 pm. Info: Wayne 250-449-2191, Paul 250-445-2111, or Wolfgang 250-446-2455. Second Wednesday: Greenwood Board of Trade meets at 7 p.m. at City Hall. Third Wednesday: Rock Creek Women’s Institute meet for a potluck lunch at 11:45. Info: 250-446-2454 or 250-446 -2608. Third Wednesday: Main River Women’s Institute meets in Westbridge at 1 p.m. Info: 250-446-2616. Third Wednesday: Rock Creek & Boundary Fair Assoc. meets at 7 pm at the pavilion from March through November. Info: 250-446-2465. Thursdays: Kettle River Art Club meets from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursdays: Bored Room Bistro Texas Hold’em Poker at 607 Eighth Avenue, Midway at 6:30 p.m. First Thursday: Rock Creek Medical Society meets at 7 p.m. in the boardroom of the clinic. First & Third Thursday: Food bank at the Evangel Chapel at 11 a.m. Donations welcome. Info 250-445-2125. Second & Fourth Thursday: Kettle River Lions Club meets at 7 p.m. in the Medical Clinic boardroom at Rock Creek. Fridays: Bingo at Greenwood Community Hall. Doors open 5 p.m., early bird 7 p.m. Progressive jackpot. Fridays: Coffee at Midway Seniors Centre from 9:30 - 11. Fridays: Overeaters Anonymous 11 a.m. - 12 noon at St. Jude’s Church in Greenwood. First & Third Friday: Karaoke at the Royal Canadian Legion in Greenwood. 7 p.m. until 11 p.m. Third Friday: Movie nights at Midway Community Hall; 7 p.m. Bring your own travel cup. $2 includes movie, drink, popcorn. Saturdays: Lion’s Club Meat Draw, at Prospector Pub in Rock Creek. Starts at 3 p.m. Saturdays: Greenwood Royal Canadian Legion Canteen open 1-6 p.m. Meat draw 3:30 p.m. Sundays: Boundary United Minor Soccer presents Family Fun Soccer. Everyone welcome. Midway Elementary School Field from 10 a.m. to noon. Ages 4 and up. For more information call 250-449-2771. First Sunday: Royal Canadian Legion Br. #155 meets at 2 p.m. Greenwood Public Library: Open Mon, Wed, Fri and Sat. Opens at noon. Greenwood Seniors Centre Thrift Store: Open Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday 11 a.m.- 3 p.m.

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Golf course opens Kettle Valley Golf Course opened officially for the 2014 season last Friday, April 4. With the retirement of Merry English the course has some changes in administration. Aaron Rexin is the new general manager and Krisi Goddard has taken over as kitchen manager. She is planning a new, fresh menu that will be coming out in a couple of weeks. The clubhouse features some renovations this year – new beams, a trophy case, new flooring and a new counter at the till has opened that space up considerably. According to Rexin Les Jackman spearheaded the work. Others on the volunteer list were Gerald Denisle, Dick Woodford, Carl Gough, Dave March and Boundary Tool Rental. Thanks also to Ernie Rexin for donating the woodwork for the cabinet and beams. The first tournament of the season will be the KMA on May 10—it is open to all. Hours for this early part of the season are from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and they prefer if you phone ahead (250-446-2826) so you aren’t disappointed after a long drive to find that the course is closed that morning due to a heavy frost or something. Rexin said they have four employees now and eight in the summer and they are looking forward to another great season.

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on in

and see what’s blooming! Along with our great selection of garden seeds and seedling starter supplies, we now have onion sets, seed potatoes, and summer flower bulbs.

Congratulations Aaron Rexin and Krisi Goddard are both familiar faces at the Kettle River Golf Course in Rock Creek—this year though they make up the new management team for the course and the clubhouse. The pair are posing in front of the new trophy case that graces the entryway to the clubhouse.

to Bailey Hatch for winning the giant stuffed horse from Melissa & Doug!

“I’m going for a walk to check the back pasture. So if anyone asks, I am outstanding in my field... “

Water’s edge the conversation Submitted

On the water’s edge. It’s where we work. It’s where we play. It’s where we live. It is a special place where people can enjoy the view, learn about nature, and benefit from accessing water. The soils, plants and animals found around the edges of lakes, streams and wetlands are shaped by and depend on the presence of water, and are known as riparian ecosystems. When they are healthy, riparian ecosystems filter pollution, provide wildlife habitat, and help recharge groundwater. But they are also vulnerable to development and over-use. Many of our activities near water—building, paving, clearing, grazing animals and mowing— harm riparian habitat, plants and soils. When riparian areas and wetlands are damaged, not only is local habitat lost but increased erosion and sedimentation can impact downstream landowners and fish habitat. Jenny Coleshill, coordinator for the Granby Wilderness Society, is conducting a study on threats to riparian areas across

the Boundary. “Almost everyone directly or indirectly impacts these areas,” said Coleshill. “But we can also all play a role in protecting and restoring wetlands, shorelines and riparian areas.” During floods, our streams and rivers also move around across the floodplain, placing our homes, roads, businesses and farms in harm’s way, as seen last year in Calgary and Colorado. Recently a large segment of the Kettle River west of Midway has been cut off by a new channel, and the local ‘Doukhobor Beach’ west of Grand Forks has been stripped of its sandy lower section. “The regional district will be interested in exploring innovative ideas about riparian and floodplain management from people across the Boundary,” said Grace McGregor, chair of the RDKB board of directors. “We also look forward to learning from the upcoming watershed management plan and the scientific information coming from the riparian study across the watershed.” On April 15, the public is invited to join the RDKB and the

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Kettle River Watershed Management Plan Stakeholder Advisory Group to discuss issues and strategies related to floodplains, riparian areas and wetlands. The advisory group will use the ideas discussed to develop key parts of the watershed management plan. Between 12 and 1 p.m., we will offer lunch and have informal conversation about the overall watershed plan. Then from 1 to 4 p.m., Stakeholder Advisory Group Chair Roly Russell and Project Coordinator Graham Watt will lead participants through small-group discussions about the issues and potential solutions. Everyone with an interest in the water’s edge across the Boundary is welcome at the event, which will take place in the USCC Community Centre (Community Centre Road off of Hwy 3, https://goo.gl/ maps/O7Cm5). Doors open at 12 p.m., and presentations and discussions start at 1 and go to 4 p.m.. The public is requested to register by contacting Graham Watt at plan@kettleriver.ca or phone 250-442-4111.

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5:00 p.m. at the Midway Community Hall Everyone welcome!

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8th Annual

COMMUNITY EASTER DINNER Join us at the

Rock Creek Fairgrounds Pavilion – 5:00 p.m. – Saturday, April 19, 2014 Celebrate the season with a dinner consisting of: Turkey, Ham, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetables, Dessert and Coffee

FREE

NO TICKETS NEEDED – JUST ARRIVE Donations will be accepted Door prizes have been collected and tickets for the draw will be issued upon arrival.

The whole Western Boundary Community is invited In the past, the meals have been excellent and it has been great fun to dine with your neighbours and friends, which you might not see at any other time.

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Council opposes cuts

Thank You Peace

Canada Post proposes ending Saturday service

Love

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We would like to thank everyone for supporting our trip to Guatemala.

A short presentation and slide show of our trip will be shown at: Kettle River Chapel 1735 Hwy 33 (For directions, please call Lisa 446-2373) Sunday, April 13, 2014 6:00 pm Everyone Welcome There will be snacks & visiting after

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Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Training in Midway, BC The Village of Midway, City of Greenwood, BC Ambulance Service (BCAS) and the Justice Institute of BC (JIBC) would like to host an EMR training to support recruitment for the Midway and Greenwood ambulance stations. In order for the course to proceed, 5-6 new staff would need to be hired and available for training. The course will be provided in Midway. Interested applicants must have a Class 4 drivers licence and clean criminal record. When the new staff begins with BCAS, they work as ‘driver only’ employees during the six month probationary period. Following this, BCAS provides the new staff with EMR training through the JIBC and the employee can then begin providing direct patient care for the community. If you are interested in the opportunity, please contact:

Penny Feist, CAO Village of Midway 250-449-2222 Or Robin Dalziel, CAO City of Greenwood 250-445-6644

More information about working as an EMR with BCAS is available at www.bcas.ca/careers/emergency-medical-responder/

“I propose we begin opposition to this immediately,” Midway Mayor Randy Kappes told his council on their April 7 meeting when a letter from Canada Post proposing ending Saturday half-day wicket service. Midway post office box holders have received notice from the Canadian Postmasters and Assistants Association (CPAA) that Canada Post is considering closing the Midway post office wicket on Saturdays. Council received even more formal notice, as Canada Post sent a letter dated March 26, 2014 confirming the closure plan. Council was upset because the Canada Post letter, signed by Local Area Superintendent Darren Smith, offers no opportunity for consultation with the public or local government. Council is concerned that closing the office on Saturday may restrict access for some who use the facility, as the weekend may be their only opportunity to get to the wicket. “Those who work a 9-5 job outside of town for example,” said Councillor Marguerite Rotvold. “This whole process has been totally unnecessary,” said Kappes. “If they had taken some different steps, gone with some different models they wouldn’t have to go through this anyway.” One option mentioned would shift the hours one day per week (such as Thursday) so that the wicket opens later in the morning but closes later that day. This however would not solve the access problem of some US residents who can

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only access the wicket on Saturdays. Council voted to send a letter expressing their strong objection to the proposal and demanding a consultation process. Copies of the letter will be sent to the CPAA and MP Alex Atamanenko. *** The village has adopted an anti-bullying policy as required by provincial regulation. *** Midway will support a sixpage letter to Minister of Environment Mary Polak from the Village of Valemount that documents their concerns that the MultiMaterialBC (MMBC) recycling plan is financially unsustainable for small municipalities. Rotvold said the producers of recyclable waste were supposed to come up with a plan for the province. “They came up with a plan but there wasn’t consultations with the public or elected officials,” she explained. “The government just allowed the major producers to come up with a plan.” Councillor Dick Dunsdon raised the additional concern that jobs now held by Boundary residents may no longer be filled by local workforce under the MMBC plan. Councillor Gary Schierbeck made a motion to send a letter of support to Valemount and another “strongly worded” let-

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ter to the premier with copies to MLA Linda Larson and RDKB environmental services department. *** Council will support a call by the City of Nelson that passing lanes be developed for Hwy 33 between Rock Creek and Big White cut-off. *** Administrator Penny Feist reported that Shaw Go WIFI equipment is in place around the community and soon the municipal office, Riverfront Park, fire hall, ambulance station, Jim McMynn Park, community hall, library, museum and bunkhouse will be covered by WIFI available free to Shaw account subscribers and for a fee to all others. *** Council will send Emcon a letter thanking them for the service delivered within the village over the winter – especially the clearing of the extra width allowing pedestrians a safe walking path. *** Energy efficiency upgrades will be undertaken at the village office this year as some windows will be replaced and exterior walls upgraded. Feist reported the village had received three quotes, with the lowest being $11,160 from Robert Molina. The public works foreman and the administrator recommended acceptance of the Molina bid. Council agreed with the proviso that he has a business license for the village. *** Rotvold reported the regional district has sent a letter to the Minister of Forests, Lands and Natural Resources requesting fish habitat biologist and wildlife biologist positions be assigned to the Boundary area. She explained that in the past these positions were filled out of Penticton, now they have moved them to Nelson and the Boundary doesn’t have coverage.

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Come join us as we celebrate the West Boundary branch’s This band of merry volunteers has been coming out to the Greenwood Museum every Sunday since January to paint, move and build. When I stopped in to check on their progress they were sharing lunch and laughter. Clockwise from left - Carol and Al Wright, Wendy Higashi, Wayne Campolieto, Liz Mann, Clare Folvik and Thingh Atkinson. Not shown in the picture but regularly at work on any given Sunday afternoon are Reg Gosling and Doreen McLean.

Group readies exhibits

It takes a lot of work to keep a small town museum fresh and interesting and the hard-working team volunteers at the Greenwood Museum have been working every Sunday since January to do just that by creating a couple of new exhibits. Just like any home reno job it takes people skilled as carpenters and handy with a paint brush to make it all happen. This year there are two major new displays opening—the Modiste Dress Shop features a beautiful old sewing machine and cabinet, a pair of handmade beadwork birds made in 1878 and 1908 and many other beautiful artifacts on display. While there check out the photos displayed on the wall. These are reproductions of actual photos in the museum archives of former residents. Also see if you can spot the two mice that have gotten into the shop.

Another new exhibit this year is a hotel lobby that you actually walk right into. The adjoining bar that has been reproduced from a photograph of the former Algoma Hotel in Deadwood. New hardwood flooring from Son Ranch will be laid in time for the May opening. Sitting at the card table is a mannequin dressed as John Jarrett. Jarrett rode with the James-Younger Gang in his earlier years. He died in 1906 at the Sister’s Hospital in Greenwood and is buried in the Greenwood Cemetery. Another display new this year is an immaculate Canadian military uniform donated by Greenwood resident Len Fehr. If you haven’t stopped at the museum for a year or two you owe yourself a treat. Because, thanks to the efforts of these industrious folks, history just isn’t what it used to be.

Bailey claims Mimi as prize It’s time to mount up and hit the trail for Bailey Hatch. His name was drawn as the winner of this giant stuffed horse in a draw at Freeman’s Country Supply on the last day of Spring Break. Knowing the ancestry and bloodline of Nolan Eek congratuyour herd is always im- lates Bailey Hatch on winning the raffle for portant and this horse is from the Melissa & the stuffed horse from Freeman’s Country Doug line of toys that Store. The horse, Freeman’s has begun now known as Mimi, carrying. has an excellent home “We did the draw and is adjusting well to launch the new line, to the new pastures. and thought Spring Break would be a fitting time for a fun giveaway,” said Kendra Eek. “The new line has been extremely well received at Freeman’s since its introduction last month, and we’re looking forward to replenishing our stock with new outdoor toys for spring and summer,” Kendra said in an email.

April 12 3:00 p.m. sharp

Draws for turkeys and hams

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 155 Greenwood

Drop into the branch on

April 12 from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Join us for cake and coffee and enter your name to win a door prize.

COULD YOU BE COMMITTING SLOW SUICIDE? Do not die of a sudden heart attack or be diagnosed with Diabetes II Join Dr. Sid Kettner on April 18 & 19 at the Kettle Wildlife Association Club House – Rock Creek TOPICS ARE Friday, April 18 at 7:00 p.m.

Remember to cast your ballot between April 10 - 16, 2014

Join us for our annual

Easter Meat Draw

10th Anniversary

Vote for

Darla Ashton as Director of

Heritage Credit Union. A local voice with local concerns.

Committing Slow Suicide

(Heart Disease)

Saturday, April 19 at 10:00 a.m. Peace and Purpose (Stress) Saturday, April 19 at 11:30 a.m. People are Precious Saturday, April 19 at 1:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 19 at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, April 19 at 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 19 at 7:00 p.m.

(Family Relationships) Vegetarian Lunch

Fighting Fat & the Sour Side of Sugar

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Boundary Creek Times Thursday, April 10, 2014

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Those who leave a relationship to escape domestic violence often face a dramatic disruption of their financial security as they flee the abuse. An information bulletin released last month offers some encouraging news. Effective December 2012, the Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation amended its BC Employment and Assistance Program policy and procedures to streamline the process for these applicants fleeing abuse. The decision about eligibility in these cases is to be expedited and these applicants are to be exempted from the following standard eligibility requirements: • Completion of a work search • Two-Year Financial Independence Test • Employment-Related Obligations Under the revised policy and procedures, a person who identifies as fleeing abuse is now flagged as the highest priority for follow up by ministry staff. The person does not need to be staying in a transition house in order to identify as fleeing abuse. Any application for income assistance begins with the Self Serve Assessment and Application (SSAA) tool found online at eia.gov.bc.ca/bcea.htm The applicant who is fleeing abuse should indicate this on their application (Screen 84 of the SSAA) or identify this during an interview with ministry staff. This ensures that their case receives critical priority. Persons fleeing abuse will receive an eligibility interview within one business day. Verification of the abuse is not required at the time of application. Applicants who do not have access to a computer for the online application may contact the ministry by telephone (1-866-866-0800) or in-person at a local office where ministry staff can assist with the application process. More information about the Community Coordination for Women’s Safety is available online at endingviolence.org/prevention-programs/ccws-program.

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Chicken soup for one I was on the phone with someone the other day and chicken soup all by myself. they asked, “Have you been eating well?” I didn’t think that was anything too special – but she I told them I was being good some days and not-so- was really impressed. much on others but I was proud to report that the vegNot that making chicken soup is very hard. etables and fruit that I buy at the store gets eaten and isn’t Chicken Soup for Friends recipe: just a high-cost way to fill the backyard compost bin. You take out whatever leftover you have of the chicken Special K was my quartermaster and kept the pantry carcass from last night’s roast chicken dinner and cut all and fridge stocked. So I have a learning curve the meat off the bones. Leave it all in the same there. Like why do I buy enough stuff for a week pot. Cover it with water. Put in some salt and A LITTLE and lose the benefit of having fresher veggies PERSPECTIVE an onion (skin and all) either cut in half or that I would have if I shopped daily. prepped to your satisfaction. I want to start consciously shopping for the I can never remember exactly the spices fresh stuff every other day. That way I could that go in—so I just remember the Simon enjoy a fresher, crisper salad more often. Of and Garfunkel song Scarbourough Fair. The course, with lettuce from California or Mexisecond line is parsley, sage rosemary and co— ‘fresh’ might be a relative term. thyme. When my friend asked me if I’d been eatI simply go over to my spice rack and any Pat ing well—I was honest enough to admit that I of those four spices that I have in stock get KELLY sometimes get meals mixed up. sprinkled in. You boil all that stuff and then I have recently learned that eating nachos let it sit in fridge overnight so you can take does not count as a vegetable serving despite off the fat easily. the fact they are made using corn chips. Next day you add some celery—either cook up a bit of And finding a kitchen schedule is difficult. Although rice to toss in or throw in some noodles. With the addition chicken soup would never be found on the breakfast menu of some frozen mixed vegetables and another ten minutes at any restaurant, I confess that was what I’d had for break- you are ready to enjoy. fast that morning. Chicken Soup for One recipe: This was homemade chicken soup and so I worked that This a bit simpler to prepare and has more flavour beinto the conversation with my friend—figuring that no cause you get more bones in the pot at the front end. Since one would berate another for eating homemade chicken you are the only one who is going to be eating that chicken soup. carcass anyway any bones left over from your initial roast I was right too. I could sense my friend’s concern about chicken dinner can be scrapped from your plate right into my diet lifting a bit. the soup pot. One more fact got tossed into the conversation that Think of it as personalized chicken soup. went to my favour. I mentioned that I had made that

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