25th Edition April 2018

All Things Artisan in Sorrento By Dawn Clarke Rose presented their proposal to fellow Two determined artisans with infinite board members, and with a small financial passion, drive, enthusiasm and a new contribution, plus liability insurance sup- store, is a combination that is a sure to be a port, they established and opened the winner for the Shuswap Artisan Market, Shuswap Artisan Market for five months opening May 1, in its new location. It will during 2017. What a success! Sales total- be located at 7- ling over $50,000, 1204 Notch Hill and the support of Road, close by both local resi- the crosswalk, dents and visitors across from Pet- to the area, con- rocan, in Sorren- firmed the sup- to. The decision port, interest, and to move from potential for arti- next to the Light- san products of all house Market to a types and styles. totally new unit, It does not take will not only pro- long in a discus- vide a state-of-the sion with Debbie -art retail space, and Rose to un- but also allow Rose Collin [left] and Debbie Reeves, preparing boards derstand why their year-round open- for rustic displays in the new Shuswap Artisan Market, idea was so suc- ing for this non- opening May 1st. cessful and why profit venture. 2018 will certainly It was at the end of 2016 that Debbie see them build on their initial success. Reeves and Rose Collin, both Directors Debbie established her own business ‘Isn’t serving on the board of the Arts Council That Pretty’ to develop, produce and share for the South Shuswap and talented arti- her love for wooden up-cycle products. sans in their own right, suggested that the Rose chose the area of fused glass and wealth of local artisan talent in the area could support a retail outlet. Debbie and (Continued on page 3)

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Items not selling, 7320 Estate Place, the go ahead for their plan, they created are replaced with new on a regular basis. Anglemont, B.C. V0E 1M8 a list of artisans, hunted down and se- The layout of the store and the displays cured donations of shop fixtures, shelv- are changed weekly, giving the customer C.E.O.: Jan Wojciechowski ing and display units, and developed a a fresh feel to the ‘market’ on every visit. Publisher: Tracy Wojciechowski format for how the venture would oper- The two ladies are very keen to point Editor: Jo Anne Malpass ate. It did not stop there and for 2018, out that they are always interested in Freelance Writer/Co-Editor: 30% of their artisans will be first-time meeting and talking to artisans who have Dawn Clarke participants. not yet been involved, and application Assistant Manager: For a small retail fee, and a commit- forms are available in the store to be- Catalina Montgomery ment to work in the store for 2-3 days come part of this very successful opera- per month, artisans are provided with an tion. Currently, Debbie and Rose are AD DEADLINE: April 25 & May 23 opportunity to show and sell their prod- actively looking for artists who work EDITORIAL/CLASSIFIED DEADLINE: ucts at minimal cost with excellent expo- with metal to further enhance the broad April 29 & May 27 sure. The total sales value is returned to spectrum of items offered. DELIVERY: May 11 & June 8 them, other than any credit card transac- The ‘Grand Opening’ of the new tion costs. Debbie and Rose ensure all facility will be on Saturday, 5th May and products are merchandized in a manner opening hours will be Tuesday to Satur- to best display and promote each arti- day, 9am-4pm. During July and August, san’s talent. Displays incorporate a the store will operate 7 days per week. combination of products rather than the The transition to 12 month opening will more traditional route of grouping each enable the Artisan Market to focus on artisan’s products together in one area. events throughout the year, and plans are This results in customers viewing items already being formulated for significant in a synergistic display, more relevant to dates and holidays such as Christmas, their own home environment. Items Halloween, Mother’s Day, Valentines range in price from $10 to $750 and cov- Day….the opportunities are endless Sweet & Savoury, Gourmet Jam, Jelly, Sauces & Preserves Grown Locally er everything from jewellery to painted For more information on the Shus- & Bursting with Flavor! furniture and pottery, and everything in wap Artisan Market and view examples between! of items available, visit Facebook Shus- Available at Sorrento, Celista The amount of artisan talent in the wap Artisan Market, or drop by the store & other Farmers Markets South Shuswap never ceases to amaze from May 1st for an up-close and per- April till October Debbie and Rose when canvasing for sonal view of Shuswap artisan talent. Wenndee & Albert Quinn artisans to be part of their venture. They [email protected] 4 THE SOUTH SHUSWAP SCOOP APRIL 2018 The Director’s Scoop tors of NPOs to receive education about good governance practices. The goal for News of Note from the CSRD this session is to provide NPO directors Paul Demenok Director, Electoral Area C (South Shuswap) with a useful and practical framework they Cell: 250-517-0810 can immediately employ to enhance their approach to policies, practices and deci- Workshops to Help Build Our Community sion-making in a transparent and effective A comprehensive series of workshops their NPO to comply. Kathryn Vennard is manner. Deb McClelland is the Executive for businesses and non-profit organiza- a local lawyer who is well-versed on the Director for the Kamloops Chamber of tions (NPOs) will be conducted this spring details of the Society Act. She is a knowl- Commerce and in 2013, was the Canadian and fall under a collaboration between the edgeable, enthusiastic, and entertaining Chamber Executive Director of the Year. South Shuswap Chamber of Commerce, workshop leader. When not fulfilling her ED duties, Deb Shuswap Community Futures, and the • Marketing Through Social Media - provides governance training and strategic CSRD, in an effort to help strengthen our Saturday, May 5, 9:30-12:30 pm. Car- planning for non-profits. community. The need for these education- lin Community Hall • Succession Planning and Selling Your al sessions became evident during discus- Facilitator: Sidney Barron, Sidney Bar- Business - Saturday June 9, 9:30- sions held as part of the Labour Market ron Web Concepts 12:30 pm, Cedar Heights Centre Study, the Shuswap Economic Develop- Surveys conducted in the development Facilitator: Rob Marshall, Shuswap ment Plan process and as feedback re- of this workshop series indicated that im- Community Futures ceived from several granting workshops. proving knowledge and skills regarding Most small business owners have no Given the critically important contribu- use of social media is a high priority for formal plan to sell, transfer or wind down tions to our community made by business- both businesses and NPOs; with billions their business. Succession planning is all es and non-profits, I believe this workshop of people connecting worldwide, this is no about taking control of your eventual exit series has the opportunity to significantly surprise. The goal of this session is to pro- from the business. It’s a process, not an enhance the quality of life throughout the vide participants with a practical, current event, and success requires careful plan- South Shuswap. The first workshop took and hands-on experience designed to en- ning and decision-making over time. This place on April 7th. Here’s a brief run- hance their ability to use social media to workshop is designed to provide you with down of future workshops: market a business or NPO. guidance and tools to help you move into • Society Act Changes Due November Sydney Barron has a degree in Infor- the next phase of your life, successfully. 2018-Are You Ready? - Saturday mation Technology Management, has Rob Marshall is Executive Director at April 28, 9:30-11:30 am, Sorrento spent several years in various web and Community Futures, which is in the busi- Memorial Hall social media marketing and communica- ness of helping businesses grow and suc- Facilitator: Kathryn Vennard, LLP, tions positions, and now resides in Salmon ceed. Brooke, Downs, Vennard Arm. As you can see, we have developed a Every non-profit society and associa- • Governance Training for Your Non- top notch educational program. I would tion is facing an important deadline in Profit Group - Saturday May 12, 8:30 encourage all businesses and non-profits November. This workshop is an oppor- -1:00 pm Quaaout Lodge (Full lunch in the South Shuswap to participate. To tunity for directors of non-profit groups to included) register, please go to better understand the new Society Act, to Facilitator: Deb McClelland, Kam- www.southshuswapchamber.com or call get their questions answered, and to appre- loops Chamber of Commerce 250-515-0002. ciate what they need to do on behalf of There are few opportunities for direc-

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By Karen Brown, by’s Realty; Brad Long, Executive Director Launch Construction/Blind • Tourism Kick–Off Bay Car Wash; Steve Breakfast McLean, Shuswap Country The North & South Shus- Builders; Craig Russenholt, wap Chambers of Commerce FINZ Resort; Tim Van Den will be hosting a Tourism Heuvel, Eagle Bay Mercan- Kickoff Breakfast on Friday tile Store. May 4 at Duffer’s Den start- Many thanks to outgoing ing at 8:00 am. Directors Dave Brice and The public, tourism oper- Dustin Harasym for their ators and recreation providers commitment to the Chamber are encouraged to attend. the past few years. Cost is free to chamber mem- Chamber Executive Di- bers and $15 to non- rector Karen Brown and the The South Shuswap SCOOP members. new Board of Directors look @shuswapscoop #shuswapscoop A prime opportunity to forward to serving our com- pick up Shuswap Tourism munity. literature for 2018 – Vacation • Meeting with Ministry of Planners, Cycling and Hiking Transportation – Guides, and more. Chamber Advocacy at This is also an excellent Work opportunity to promote your Your new Board of Direc- business or organi- tors met with repre- zation’s happen- sentatives from the ings. Bring your Ministry of Trans- own brochures and portation on March rack cards for other business- 9. CSRD Area C Director Case Study es to pick up. Community Paul Demenok also attended 2800 Sq Ft Oliver Home cross-promotion is key to that meeting. Ministry of Old System: Electric Furnace make our tourist season the Transportation (MOT) reps New System: Aerothermal 3-Zone Installed Dec. 5, 2017 best it can be. To register for included Steve Sirret, District the breakfast, call Karen at Program Manager and Jen- Consumption 250.515.0002 or email man- nifer Fraser, Project Manager Before: 142 kwhr for Dec. 4/17 After: 59 kwhr for Dec. 6/17 ager@ southshuswapcham- Hwy 1 Four Laning Project Approximately ber.com together with Elizabeth Keam $300/Month in SAVINGS • New Executive Installed and Peter Cocker from the $300/Month in SAVINGS during the heating season! at AGM Salmon Arm Highways Of- The Annual General fice. Meeting for the South Shus- Issues raised included Mitsubishi wap Chamber of Commerce road conditions, plowing and provides was held on February 22. maintenance concerns and heat down Congratulations and many safety at Balmoral corner and to - 25ºC (BC Hydro HRRP Rebate) thanks to the new Board of Kault Hill. The Board also queried MOT representatives Directors installed: Mark For information and references go to www.aerothermal.ca about any plans that may be Lane, Dreamcycle Museum – No Ducts . . . President; Jordie Wiens, Bal- in the works for the Highway moral Store – Vice-President; 1 corridor through our region. Full Financing Available (OAC) MOT representatives com- 1.877.663.8287 Karen Walters, Rustic Wed- ding/High Country Tree mitted to meeting again later Glenn Petznick Farm – Treasurer. Directors in the year to further the con- 250.517.0340 at Large - Terry Barker, versation with the Chamber Design & Sales Shuswap Lake Estates; Cal Board. . . . No Problem Cosh, Cal Cosh Property Ap- (Continued on page 6) praisals; Lynn Ewart, Sothe- 6 THE SOUTH SHUSWAP SCOOP APRIL 2018 South Shuswap Chamber continued

(Continued from page 5) • Old Dog New Tricks is busi- er than ever in their new • Great Things Happening location: Blind Bay Market- with our Businesses – place Mall 2018 Starting off well • Our marinas are coming out There have been some of ‘hibernation’ for the win- noticeable business happen- ter and are already taking ings in the South Shuswap bookings for the 2018 sea- these past few months. Have son you noticed? If you have any • We are all enjoying the ex- ‘business news’ to share, panded parking lot at Blind don’t hesitate to contact us! Bay Village Grocer – well • Sorrento Lighthouse Market done! has undergone extensive • New Balmoral Store owners renovations – looking good Jordie & Karen Wiens have guys! totally transformed the store. • Sorrento Tirecraft has just What a great change for the gone through their first community. Watch for the snow season. Judging by the Chevron pumps to be in- cars in their parking lot, it stalled this spring! looks to have been a suc- • 7 Sisters exciting new loca- cessful snow season at their tion behind Munro’s and new location! Subway on the TCH. Reno- • Blind Bay Car Wash has vations look great! been taken over by new owner Brad Long – Con- • Chamber Workshops grats! In collaboration with the • The Spa Sorrento (formerly Columbia Shuswap Regional Shirley Esthetics) has District and Community Fu- opened in her new location tures Shuswap, the South by Steamers Shuswap Chamber is hosting • Prairie Creek Homes has several monthly workshops opened up their sales office for businesses and non- and home décor store in the profits. Keeping our busi- Blind Bay Marketplace Mall nesses and non-profits • Shuswap Artisan Market, a healthy and informed is inte- five-month pop-up from last gral to building a stronger year, is opening a full-time community. To see a list of artisan market between The all the workshops and to reg- Spa Sorrento & Steamers. ister, please go to Turning out to be quite the www.southshuswapchamber. little plaza! com or call 250-515-0002.

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By Dawn Clarke public meetings to ensure information is widely available and The White Lake Resident Association recently hosted a understood. BC Government Natural Resource Officers to address recent Violations can be reported at 1 877 952 7277 or by down- criminal activity regarding illegal wood cutting in White loading a Violation Report Form from the BC Government Lake, and to clarify their role in helping to investigate viola- website, C&E program. If anyone notices potential illegal tions of BC’s resource management laws. Residents were activity, it is important to document the following to enable informed of both the officers responsibilities and operation, full reporting of the incident, always remembering never to together with information about how residents can help moni- directly approach individuals, to ensure personal safety. tor and report illegal activity in the area. 1. Take photographs, if safe to do so Don Lemp and Tammy Jones, Natural Resource Officers 2. Record licence plates of any vehicle, plates, model etc. with considerable experience in their field, were able to ad- 3. Record the date of the incident being reported dress an audience of over 60 attendees, giving an interesting 4. Include description/information on suspect and informative explanation of their roles. The Officers out- 5. Describe the alleged violation lined all the areas of enforcement in which they work and 6. Include reporter’s name and contact information investigate, which includes human-caused wildfire investiga- 7. Describe what occurred/or what was seen tion, illegal off-road activity, heritage site protection, water 8. Document details of any witnesses management and conservation, recreation sites and trails, 9. Record weather conditions at the time unauthorized use of Crown Land and, unauthorized foreshore 10. Document any known restrictions or prohibitions valid at structures such as wharfs and docks. Their role in cutting and the time of the incident. licensing of Crown timber also covers timber valuation, With over 1300 complaints annually to the Thompson transportation monitoring, marking and scaling. Okanagan Natural Resource Division of the BC Government, Following their talk and slide presentation, questions were and 60% of those from the Shuswap region, everyone present invited from the audience, resulting in clarification of and was able to understand the importance of assisting Officers answers to, specific topics related to the known activity in the and to report any unusual or suspicious activity in the area. White Lake Area. It quickly became clear during the even- ing that, as with many Government departments, the Natu- ral Resource Officers look to the public to help and report incidents for investigation. White Lake Residents have noticed an increase in various incidents of illegal timber cutting activity, and they were provided with an overview of what is required to ensure investigation and follow up by relevant provincial government personnel. The Officers emphasised the need for any perpetrators to realize that the theft of Crown timber results in a crimi- nal record and significant fines. A significant part of their Cute Bungalow in Great Location role is now in public education, and Officers can be seen at various exhibitions and trade fairs, as well as holding more $219,000

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By Peter O’Brien add many new members who are very motivated to learn and Eagle Bay Fire Department is very proud of the recogni- attend practice and training sessions at the Salmon Arm tion after being awarded Fire Department of the year in the Training Centre. Most of their training took place in 2017 CSRD for 2017 at the CSRD Board Meeting on March with 6 members attending Exterior Live training among oth- 29. Derek Sutherland, Team Leader Protective Services, er courses and working to attain their BC Structure Firefight- made the presentation to Fire Chief Alan Rendell and com- er Competency. We have another 4 members who are cur- mented on the excellence in training, improved recruitment rently working on the same program and will be attending success, promoting a professional attitude and for the enthu- Exterior Live this year. Our longer serving members also siastic commitment of all attended many courses and members serving the com- training sessions in Salmon munity of Eagle Bay. In Arm and attendance by accepting the award, Chief members at weekly practice Rendell thanked them and is very strong. Along with commented that it was with our experienced fire fight- great pleasure that he ac- ers, this has led to better cepted this award on behalf practice scenarios and im- of all the members of the proved performance for Eagle Bay Fire Department all. With the leadership of as it was their dedication Chief Rendell and our Offic- and commitment to the ers and the enthusiasm and community that has resulted contributions of all mem- in us receiving this award. bers, we continue to learn L to R. Derek Sutherland, Team Leader Protective Services, Rhona Martin, Over the past 2 years we CSRD Board Chair, Eagle Bay Fire Chief Alan Rendell, Sean Coubrough, have been very fortunate to CSRD Fire Services Coordinator (Continued on page 10)

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(Continued from page 10) may make appointments for any needed Another upcoming fundraiser and immunizations at our Health and Well- fun event is the Golf tournament, Din- ness Office located at the Blind Bay ner and Silent Auction held on Sat. Market Place on Golf Course Drive . June 2. Fun is the operative word, non Our Mobile Lab on Thursdays 8:00 golfers will enjoy the event as well. am – 2:00 pm every week is starting to Watch for further details in the Scoop. get busy. If this trend continues, we are Sign up for a great time and make new hoping to have the lab open another day 1-877-519-3634 friends. Pre-registration is required and of the week so please be patient with us www.UniqueAdventure.Net forms may be obtained from the until we achieve this goal. You may [email protected] Shuswap Lake Estate Golf Course Pro call during office hours on Thursdays Shop T 250-675-2315. Check in to see how many people are in the wait- 2:00pm, T-time 3:00pm and dinner at ing room to time your visit accordingly. 6:00 pm. Hope to see you there. Our technician takes a half hour lunch Public Health now at Copper Island break at 12:00 – 12:30. ECGs are also Health and Wellness Centre. The Pub- done at this lab at the Blind Bay Flooring Vinyl Decking - Remodeling Decks lic health nurse will be available the 2nd Market Mall on Golf Course in the Exclusive Installer for Global Dec-k-ing® Monday of every month from 9:30 am Health and Wellness Office next door 250-803-2233 250-675-2787 – 11:30 am. Kindergarten/school Im- to Spinnaker's Cafe. Office # 250-675- Call for a FREE estimate munization Clinics are also made avail- 3661 able on Wednesday, April 25, 9 am -3 Copper Island Seniors Resources pm. with interactive displays, fish pond sponsors a seniors luncheon on the first Combining and face painting and Monday, May Thursday of every month at Duffers eggshells and coffee 14 , 3 pm – 7 pm. with fish pond prizes. Den. Registration is required by Mon- grounds, mixing them into Please call for an appointment at 250- day the week of the luncheon. Call 250 your soil as compost provides your 833- 4101. Book your child’s Immun- 675 3661 for your reservation. soil with much needed nutrients and ization appointments now. All ages prevents blossom-rot on fruiting vegetables.

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By Anne Long and shake CALL 911. Most heart attacks happen at home. Don't wait for another opinion - JUST Most bystanders are reluctant give DO IT. Within a few minutes, First cardiopulmonary resuscitation to keep Responders will come to take over and blood circulating until professional support you. Paramedics and medical rescuers and equipment ambulance will come also. arrives. The outcome for the patient is Any way you can, get the collapsed Hours not good. We say "What if I had person onto their back on a hard

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(Continued from page 12) emergency medical care. progress of the response. Responders are provided A dispatcher must be with an extensive and available within seconds expensive supply of gear to begin the First to manage injuries and Response. Effective other medical dispatchers have good emergencies. hearing, quick reaction Our goal is to provide time, and a clear speaking the South Shuswap with voice. speedy and effective • Responders drive to the medical care in the event of scene of the emergency if an emergency. Please it is close to them. They become part of our team. have completed our Contact us at 250 833 5060. accredited training course E-Mail: [email protected]. Web and are licensed to give site: ssfra.ca.

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Home Business Fair Saturday April 14 By Kathie Tulloch White Lake Residents Association (WLRA) is pleased to host its annual home based business fair on April 14 from 9 am to 1 pm at the White Lake Community Hall. White Lake has a wide variety of Home-Based Busi- nesses. This is an opportunity to visit with your neighbours and learn about these blossoming entrepreneurs. There will be 21 vendors displaying their services and goods Saturday, April 14. These vendors have a variety of wares. It will be an op- portunity to find a new Wall Hanging or place an order for Organic Beef. Perhaps gardening is your fancy as there will be a display of Organic Seeds as well. Of course there are those crunchy healthy snacks to enjoy from White Lake Organics. But one must not pass by the Home Baked Goods vendor. If you need a hair cut, that can be secured as well but if baldness is a challenge, Monet has a product for you! If Coin Collecting is a passion, come and see Ed’s display. Maybe a special jam for that shut in. A Watkins representative will take your orders for you, while you drink some steeped tea. Come and buy a book for the latest grandchild or a painting for the newly modelled room. Yes, there are gifts for everyone including home crafted jewelry and that special spice & recipe from Epicure. Of course it will be a shame not to stop by Rhino to learn about ap- proved septic systems. There will be friendly volunteers at the concession serv- 250-675-3255 Open 7 Days a Week ing freshly made sandwiches and squares. Fresh brewed finzresort.com noon till 8:00 pm coffee will be served all day. 2001 Eagle Bay Rd. Blind Bay All proceeds will be used for community needs. 14 THE SOUTH SHUSWAP SCOOP APRIL 2018

Sorrento & Area Community Sorrento & Area Community Health Centre Society 4th Annual General Meeting Health Centre Society AGM May 8 Tuesday, May 8, 2018 7:00 pm Sorrento & Area Community Health Centre #1 – 1250 TransCanada Highway, Sorrento By Marilyn Clark ety, assisting in beneficial Guest Speaker We will be hosting our sleep and contributing to a Mindfulness fourth Annual General state of calm and security. How Yoga & Meditation contribute Meeting on Tuesday, May We will provide a report to Emotional & Physical Health 8, 2018 at 7:00 pm at the of our accomplishments Community Health Centre over the last year along with ALL WELCOME above Munro's Sorrento a financial report. A slate of Prescriptions in the heart of directors will be elected. If Sorrento. you have an interest in our The Centre is operated Health Centre and would be Notch Hill Natter by a Society comprising a interested in investigating number of volunteer direc- the role of a director, please By Jill Goward tors. This commu- call Marilyn Clark Long have we endured, but thank goodness Spring is at nity operated at 250 675-2449. last here, robins and all! Even if it does mean having to do Health Centre is Refreshments yard clean-ups and to still exercise patience before plant- funded by dona- will be served. Do ing or buying those lovely bedding plants and hanging bas- tions and fundrais- hope you can attend. kets. ing activities. It has now This meeting is open to eve- And speaking of cleaning and maintenance, would any- been open for four and a ryone living in the entire one like to volunteer as a raker, picker-up, or taker-away at half years with Judy Derin- South Shuswap. our beautiful old hall? There’ll be fallen leaves, twigs, ger, Nurse Practitioner, In other news at the stray gravel, spent flowers, pots to revitalize etc. Please providing primary care. Ju- Community Health Centre, help us even if it’s only for an hour or so. dy is an Interior Health em- Judy Deringer, NP, contin- By now there should be a new Board of Directors in ployee who has a slate of ues to take new patients place eager to ensure Notch Hill Town Hall functions well. patients for whom she is the who are without a connec- No doubt their names will be posted on the notice board primary responsible practi- tion to a family practitioner outside, and we wish them luck with their new ideas. tioner. The Society contin- or are new to the area. To Mothers’ Day, Sunday 13th May is the day set for the ues to urge Interior Health make an appointment for a 4th Annual Pancake Breakfast and “Garage” Sale. From to assign a second nurse "Meet and Greet" with Judy, 8:30 until 11:30 families can feast on a spectacular break- practitioner so that we can call 250 803-5251. fast which, like no other, includes strawberries and cream. take on more patients and We are planning a So bring Mom and show her you love her even more on provide walk-in service Health Fair for Saturday, that day. which we are currently una- October 20. If you provide a For information on renting the Hall or Little White ble to do. Alternatively, we health related service and Church, call 250-835-4721 or 250-803-2506. are seeking a physician. would like to represent Happy 59th Anniversary, K & A W! Our guest speaker Anne yourself at this Fair, please Briggs will be speaking on contact Michelle Morris, something called 250 675-4461. "Mindfulness" – activities Of course, Name That such as Yoga, Tai Chi and Tune will return for the Meditation fall under that third time on Saturday, No- topic and can contribute to vember 17. You will cer- your health and wellbeing tainly want to add that date by reducing stress and anxi- to your calendar. APRIL 2018 THE SOUTH SHUSWAP SCOOP 15 Spring Forward at Balmoral Gas EVCSS By Dawn Clarke Market is delighted with the oppor- As you drive past the New Balmor- tunity this move brings to the market. Shuswap Better at Home al Gas facility, it is easy to see how the “The excellent visibility and improved “A little extra help for seniors to remain local gas station and store is moving access for our Market from the high- confidently in their own homes.” ahead to becoming a full Chevron fa- way will be of huge benefit to custom- • Housekeeping • Friendly Visiting cility this spring. Recent construction ers and vendors alike. We are very • Yardwork • Grocery Shopping has included the installation of new excited and hope to be open at the new • Transportation • Home Repair fuel tanks which will result in storage location by June.” • Snow Shoveling of 150,000 litres of fuel providing the Jordie Wiens, owner and operator Staff, Volunteers and Contractors have been gas station with all products from early of Balmoral Gas, is excited for the carefully veed and trained for your security. April. In addition to the 87 and 89 arrival of the Farmers Market to his SBAH Central Intake Wysteria Sholtz 250-253-2749 octane, and diesel which is already site and is looking forward to more available, Balmoral Gas will have 91 support from local residents. He main- marked gas and 94 octane, high perfor- tains that the more support the local mance – only available from Chevron. area shows to his business, the quicker Plans for changes to the gas station changes can be made. Since opening, itself are also well advanced. Early the business has continued to grow for April will see the installation of two the gas and general store, whilst the new self-pay pumps and a 25ft x40ft liquor outlet, the only Chevron station Chevron branded canopy will be in in the entire country to offer liquor, place by early May. In addition, the continues to be a significant contribu- entire store will be given a face-lift tor to the bottom line. His plans for the before May long weekend, ready for site are by no means finished with 250.833.6680 [email protected] the beginning of the busy season here these recent developments. A totally www.launchconstruction.com in the Shuswap. New asphalt will be new building for installed to provide an improved park- the store, incorpo- ing area to both the sides and the rear rating a fast-food of the store. outlet and retail This summer will see a new event sublet units, is at Balmoral, as the Blind Bay Farmers planned for 3-5 Market, previously located at Blind years hence, to- Bay Market Place, will be moving its gether with plan- location to the gas station parking lot. ning for the inclu- A selection of local produce, baking, sion of a car wash jewellery and handcrafts will be avail- at a future date. able and Deb Gibson, organizer of the

Recent excavation work at Balmoral Gas for new fuel tank installation. 16 THE SOUTH SHUSWAP SCOOP APRIL 2018 Keg, Barrel & Plate draws the Crowds!

By Dawn Clarke ensure the venue and Keg, Barrel & Blind Bay Memorial Hall was the St Plate met with their expectations. Patrick’s Day venue for the inaugural Plans are in hand to increase the Keg, Barrel & Plate event which drew number of vendors and facilitate over 200 people. Vendors attending product sales at next year’s event. offered visitors the opportunity to sam- Meanwhile the list of upcoming ple locally made wine, beer, cheese and activities at the Hall continues to Mingling with the crowds at Keg, Barrel & Plate meats whilst having the opportunity to grow with two Artist workshops an- Paul Demenok, Director Area ‘C’ checks in with meet and greet friends and neighbours. nounced to take place in May and Agnes Nykiforuk, President Blind Bay Memorial Hall The Hall’s Executive Committee wanted October with leading BC artists, and [left] and Iris Bemister, Hall Secretary [right]. to create an event where all the local the popularity of Tuesday Night offerings could be found in one place in Blues, every 3rd Tuesday, continues to a social atmosphere, and the response to grow. A new website is also on line to Shuswap their idea has the Hall already thinking keep tabs on all the scheduled events TrailRiders for and planning for an event in 2019. together with booking rates and details The Hall is currently undertaking a for hiring the Hall for private functions. People with survey of the vendors who attended to Mobility Issues By Debra McDonald The Shuswap TrailRider Adaptive Adventure Society has two trailriders, a beach chair, a hand cycle, a cross-country sit ski and a new piece of equipment Vernon called the revolution board. We can im- prove people’s quality of life by empow- $359,900 - to - $398,000 ering them with inclusion in the Shuswap community. An opportunity to move into a Home of your choice from 1400 sq. If you know somebody with mobility ft. to 1748 sq. ft. All very nice homes with upgrades. These are 2 issues who might want to participate in a bedroom and 2 bathroom homes. All nicely landscaped yards Sunday hike, a paddle board event, just with gardens. All have patios or decks and All have a Double go to the beach or go camping with the family we can help. garage. Our first event this year will be with the Shuswap Beach Walkers on Earth Day, April 22nd at 1pm. You will find us a Markwart Public boat launch in Sorren- to at 1pm. To find out more information or to book a trailrider please call Debra MLS® 10150297 MLS® 10150301 McDonald at 250-832-1353 or email [email protected].

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CLIFF WENGER Vernon F i v e S t a r 250-309-0289 r e a l e s t a t e t e a m [email protected] www.your5starteam.com APRIL 2018 THE SOUTH SHUSWAP SCOOP 17 Fun, Family and Flowers at White Lake White Lake Fire Department

By Dawn Clarke must-stay part of the event. Last year over 70 prizes were Mother’s Day falls on the 13th May this year, but it will awarded; including vouchers for dinner at local restaurants, definitely not be unlucky for anyone who decides to bring rounds of golf, shopping vouchers, RV accessories, hanging their Mom to this year’s White Lake Fire Department Pancake baskets and fabulous home-made preserves. Tickets are on sale Breakfast. This annual event, now in its 37th year, is one of in the fire hall from 8am and the draw takes place at 11:15. the most popular Mother’s Day venues, attracting an increas- In addition to eating well and socializing with friends and ing number of guests every year. Not only do the members of neighbours, the fire truck is on display for photo opportunities the Fire Department cook all the food… bacon, sausage, eggs, with the kids, and the fire hall is turned into a craft sale venue pancakes, orange juice, tea, coffee… enough to satisfy the for local artisans. The Mother’s Day Pancake Breakfast is the hungriest of patrons, they also do all the washing up, clearing main fundraiser of the year for the White Lake Fire Depart- up, and have time to get to know everyone who attends. As ment, and they are hoping that this year’s event will once well as food, Mom is gifted with a fresh flower spray, and again be supported by residents of the area and beyond. there is no chance that she has to do anything except enjoy Funds raised are donated back to the White Lake community herself! to fund educational scholarships for local students, and other The cooking and serving starts at 8am on Sunday, 13th community initiatives. Firefighters look forward to welcom- May and runs to 11am, led by Fire Chief Bryan Griffin – head ing regular customers who have attended for many years, as chef, who is supported by experienced grillers for the pan- well as those who are keen to sample a first-rate breakfast, cakes and bacon. Coffee is served, even when waiting in line with fun and flowers for Mom. for breakfast, so no delay in getting that first cup on Sunday For more information on this morning! popular event email: Almost as popular as the breakfast is the raffle, which [email protected] takes place in the Fire Hall following the breakfast. The fire- fighters work diligently, during April, contacting local busi- nesses who generously donate each year to make the raffle a 18 THE SOUTH SHUSWAP SCOOP APRIL 2018 Shuswap Community Foundation – Letter of Intent Due May 15 SCF Grant Policy & Guidelines

Submitted by Paula Shields For capital projects, the For your project to quali- Foundation reserves the right fy for a grant, your Society to approve the project, but Make this your Shuswap must: not advance funds until in- Waterfront destination! 2 bedroom lakefront cottage with • Operate within the bounda- voices are filed and confir- detached guest cabin on Shuswap ries of the Shuswap area of mation of other funding Lake awaits you! Nice beach and the Columbia Shuswap sources has been received. view of Copper Island. Cabin has a 1/2 bath, 1 bedroom and its own Regional District; 5. The Foundation will not laundry! All furnishings & household • Be a registered charity (i.e., fund projects already under- items included. Complete with dock have a CRA number: BN--- way. & 2 buoys! MLS#10143238 $579,000 ------RR000--). 6. Grant funds may not be 1. A non- profit group seek- used to retire debt. ing funding without a regis- 7. An email or Letter of In- tered charity number can tent to apply for funding is only apply through a Regis- required before submitting an tered Charity with which application. Please complete they have a formalized part- our simple online Letter of nership (Project Partnership Intent form before May 15th. Agreement), a history of col- 8. A completed grant applica- laboration, and a similar mis- tion form should be posted sion and vision. The grant online no later than June application must be submit- 15th. ted by the Registered Chari- Grants will be disbursed in ty. August for the June 15 grant 2. Your project must contrib- intake deadline. ute to the well-being of resi- 9. A Grant Agreement letter dents of the Shuswap in the must be signed by individu- following grant categories: als with signing authority Animal Welfare * Arts and within your Society before Cultural Activities * Educa- the grant monies will be dis- tion * Environment *Health bursed. and Wellness * Heritage • The following MUST be (land or buildings of historic included with your Grant or environmental signifi- Application: cance) * Safety * Social pro- ♦ A Registered Charity re- grams (including from our questing funds; Vital Signs Report: Belong- ♦ Sign up for online grant ing and Leadership, Gap Be- application account; tween Rich and Poor, Hous- ♦ Proof of eligible CRA # ing, and Work) (http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/ 3. The Foundation will not chrts-gvng/lstngs/menu- support projects of a partisan, eng.html); religious or political nature. ♦ Financial Statements for 4. The Foundation does not last complete year (from normally fund ongoing oper- accountant); ations. Grants are intended to ♦ Board of Directors with be one time and should sup- contact information port projects that can be (Phone #’s and email completed and evaluated addresses); within a reasonable period. (Continued on page 19) APRIL 2018 THE SOUTH SHUSWAP SCOOP 19

(Continued from page 18) ♦ Current complete financial ♦ Annual Budget; statements; ♦ Project Budget for which ♦ Annual Budget; you are requesting fund- ♦ Supporting Documents ing; and/or Contractors Quote; ♦ Supporting Documents ♦ Board of Directors with and/or Contractors Quote; contact information ♦ A Non-Profit Group with (Phone #’s and email ad- a Host Registered Charity dresses). requesting funds (Grant For further information on application must be sub- how Shuswap Community mitted by Registered Foundation can help your Charity). community give us a call at ♦ All of the above for the 250-832-5428, visit our web- Host Registered Charity, site at http:// AND for the non-profit www.shuswapfoundation.ca/ group the following: or drop in for a visit between ♦ Project Partnership Agree- 9:30 and 3:30 at 102-160 ment with the Host Regis- Harbourfront Drive NE. We tered Charity; are here to help.

Shuswap MLA Greg Kyllo Encouraged by Growth and Diversity of Local Manufacturer Shuswap MLA Greg Kyllo visited Valid Manufacturing in Salmon Arm's Industrial Park this week to discuss Valid's re- cent success providing custom electronic, mechanical and electrical engineering and manufacturing solutions for several diverse markets. "Jobs and potential for the future are always a welcome story in the Shuswap, and the province," stated Kyllo, also Official Opposition Critic for Jobs, Trade and Technology. "It was satisfying to view not only their diversity, but their under- standing and responsiveness to the rapid changes in the mar- ketplace." Valid Manufacturing is a 100% locally owned, advanced manufacturing company based in Salmon Arm BC serving multiple industries, including: the film industry; highways; forestry and custom coaches among others. Now in its 27th year of operation, Valid has experienced rapid growth and now employs more than 100 staff throughout 4 facilities total- ing more than 90,000 sq.ft.

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Steven Rogers R.O.W.P. 250.803.3456 [email protected] www.shuswap-septic.ca 20 THE SOUTH SHUSWAP SCOOP APRIL 2018 Sunnybrae Community Hall By James Clark of the Community will be get- Happy Spring to you all! ting together to clear up the By the time you read this the roadside litter along Sunny- snow will (hopefully) be a brae Canoe Point Road. This is distant memory for most of us a call for volunteers! For any- here in Sunnybrae. So without one who would like to help further ado, here is the scoop out, please turn up to the Sun- on the local events that will nybrae Seniors Hall at 10am. get you outside and involved All equipment will be provid- with your Community halls. ed but please bring a set of Saturday 14th April brings garden gloves if you can. The the second last Sunnybrae event is expected to run from Coffeehouse of the season. 10am – 1pm with an apprecia- Our local and beloved musi- tion BBQ included. Volunteer cians AJ Hammer, Johnny drivers are also very welcome, Skull and Frankie Hammer as a good stretch of the road will be gracing the stage as gets covered. For more infor- this month's feature band: Seal mation on this event please Skull Hammer. If you have not call 250 835 8800, or keep a “It must be Spring. yet had the fortune of catching lookout on our Facebook pag- I can’t see out the this rowdy trio, expect a show es: "Sunnybrae Community window” packed with big laughs, high Association" and "Sunnybrae energy, old-timey-jug-bandy- Seniors Hall". Fingers crossed goodness, and a collection of for good weather! instruments that you perhaps And last of all, I would just never knew existed! If you feel like to take this opportunity to like skipping dinner chores, give a special shout out to a The Sunnybrae Seniors Hall huge supporter of our Commu- will be serving up Chili & A nity: the Tappen Co-op. In last Bun from 5:30-7:30pm. Per- month's edition of the Shus- formers, be sure to arrive at wap Scoop I failed to mention the Sunnybrae Community them in our list of thanks re- Hall for 6:30pm if you wish to garding our "Raise the Roof" sign-up and as always, the fundraising efforts, and for show kicks off at 7:30pm! that I apologize. The team The following Saturday over at the Tappen Co-op have 21st April will be the annual provided countless donations Sunnybrae Community Litter at our fundraising events and Pick Up. As part of the Adopt we are truly grateful for their a Highway program, members support. Thank you! NEW OWNERS Brad and Victoria Long would like to thank previous owners Jordie and Karen Weins and the community for their continued support!

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2346 Golf Course Drive Blind Bay, BC 250.833.6680 Seal Skull Hammer (L to R) Johnny Skull, Frankie Seal & AJ Hammer Coffeehouse feature Sat. April 14th at 7:30pm APRIL 2018 THE SOUTH SHUSWAP SCOOP 21 “Listen Up”,“Let It Run” - Go GT By Dawn Clarke There are commands that dragon boaters, new and old, will be hearing in the not-too-distant future. A new season is about to begin for the GT Dragon Boat Society in Blind Bay and registration is already underway. The Village Grocer, long time supporter of GT, is the loca- tion for this year’s annual sign up event on Saturday, 21st April, from 10am to 2pm. Anyone interested in the sport, acknowledged as the fastest growing in Canada, is invited to come to meet existing GT members, and learn how dragon boating can be part of their fitness, relaxation and social life here in the South Shuswap. The beginning of the season is a time when all experi- enced team members are ensuring they are in good shape Paddling Coordinator Dan Letourneau, along with GT mem- bers Harry Eisenberger and George Landry, have initiated a new approach to help paddlers feel even better – a fitness circuit, aimed specifically at tuning up the body for dragon boating. The circuit held at Blind Bay Memorial Hall on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday, is open to all existing and new paddlers who have signed up for the 2018 season. It has been developed jointly with Group Fitness and Personal Trainer Kaitlin McPherson. Dragon boating does require a reasonable level of fitness and core strength and the idea of the program is to avoid any discomfort which may arise in the first few paddles of the season. Committed paddlers will always say that you don’t have to be 100% in shape to enjoy the sport and GT acknowledges that, as two separate boats are included in their weekly schedule, competitive and non- competitive. When talking to a dragon boater their first comment is often ‘The worries of the day just melt away and you're thinking about being on the boat and contributing to the team’. With dragon boating, the technique to help move wa- ter away from the boat is different from a canoe stroke and • Renovations, New Construction & Repairs once mastered, with little difficulty, paddlers can savor being • Continuous 5”, 6” & Fascia Gutter out on the water in the elements, with plenty of opportunity • Custom Gutter Systems for Snow Load to make new friends. All that matters is to get the stroke • Heat Trace Installation count right, and there is a drummer to help with that too.

The GT Dragon Boat Society based in Blind Bay Memo- ADVANTAGEGUTTERS.CA rial Hall, has a number of coaches trained specifically to teach new recruits to the team. Those that master the tech- nique quickly can move up to the competitive boat and take part in BC based festivals throughout the season if they wish. Others spend the season enjoying a more relaxed paddle but still appreciating a sport which is ideally suited to the Shus- wap Lake and Blind Bay. The 2018 season is targeted to start in early May, when the two GT boats will be towed from their winter location, at Aquatech on Balmoral Road, and launched, and moored at Blind Bay Marina. Susan Eisenberger, President GT Dragon Boat Society comments: “Dragon boating is for everyone young and old, just come and try it out and be part of this growing sport”. For more information contact Susan at 250 803 6864. 22 THE SOUTH SHUSWAP SCOOP APRIL 2018 The Adams River Salmon Society A unique contract employment opportunity exists with By Darlene Koss

The Adams River Salmon Society Every four years is a dominant year for the Sockeye to return to their spawning grounds and 2018 is a dominant year. Salute to the Sockeye 2018 This year’s Salute to the Sockeye will begin on Septem- ber 28 and will run through till Sunday October 21, with WE ARE SEEKING AN EVENT MANAGER the Opening Ceremony taking place Sunday September 30. to ensure a well-coordinated, informative, fun and Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) is looking forward logistically effective 2018 Salute to the Sockeye to working with The Adams River Salmon Society, the Little celebration. The festival will be held from Friday, Shuswap Lake Indian Band, BC Parks and other key partners September 28 until Sunday October 21, 2018. in the Salute to the Sockeye festival to provide the best pos- sible experience for visitors of this world-renowned The 2014 Salute event, at Roderick Haig-Brown run. While the Sockeye are preparing for their return home, Park, drew approximately 200,000 visitors from DFO is preparing to have our volunteers trained and ready to around the globe. In addition to the general public, approximately 20,000 students and 60 international contribute to the success of this year’s Salute. media either visited or reported on the event. DFO’s key role at the Salute is to deliver the Educational School Interpretive Program, providing an opportunity SOUND INTRIGUING? for approximately 10,000 BC students in grades 2 through 5 Can you make 2018 an even to have an up-close learning experience with Adams River more successful event? Sockeye. Students and teachers will receive information on Then check out the importance of the Sockeye to the local Indigenous peo- www.salmonsociety.com ple, the life-cycle and biology of the salmon, how the local for the job posting. ecosystem supports these amazing fish, and how the salmon contribute back to that ecosystem. DFO volunteers, along with the other Salute partners, facebook.com/shuswapscoop also act as Guides on the trails of Roderick-Haig Brown Pro- vincial Park during the Salute and will be able to provide the anticipated 100,000+ visitors with knowledgeable answers to any questions they may have. We are looking to set up a live camera to film the salmon spawning. All the film footage will be set up live to watch through our website. Earth Day Event - Join The Adams River Salmon Socie- ty, BC Parks, Little Shuswap Lake Indian Band Fisheries and DFO, for the annual Earth Day Event at the Roderick Haig- Brown Park in the Traditional Territory of the Secwepemc Peoples on Friday, April 20 from 10:30am to 2:30pm. The walkabout sessions feature information about all 5-salmon species; life cycle, fish habitat, riparian connection, monitor- ing, data collection, conservation and habitat. Bring an earth-friendly lunch, juice or water (none on site Looking for a perfect yet), good walking shoes or boots, a coat and a hat or cap, as family home at the lake? we will be outside in nature. Take out what you take in. Gar- This property is a gem bage Bins at Picnic Area. The walkabouts will be approxi- located in a very quiet mately 75 to 90 min. neighbourhood with We are currently working to hire a Contract Event Man- panoramic views from ager for the Salute. Volunteers are in need in various capaci- almost every room. If you ties, a Volunteer Coordinator, Earth Day Guides and Hosts. like to be on the water, If you can offer a few hours, we need volunteers starting in you love this place! www.shuswapwaterfrontproperty.com April for Earth Day, Rivers Day, and cabin openings at the Unique Location end of May. No Strata Check out www.facebook.com/adamsriversalmonsociety $1,220.000 or www.salmonsociety.com to fill out a Volunteer Form, Membership Form or get info on the Job Posting. If you Renate Kals have some fantastic pictures of wild pacific salmon, please 250.318.0088 send them along to [email protected] to have them [email protected] posted on our website and Facebook page. APRIL 2018 THE SOUTH SHUSWAP SCOOP 23 Cedar Heights Community Association Submitted by Shaunne Letourneau Spring is here! Bulbs are coming up all over, even poking their heads through the snow, and robins have been sighted. Most importantly, our outdoor coordinators are gearing up for the 2018 season. Outdoor Activities • Bocce Ball - Our two Bocce courts will open on Monday, April 16. New to Bocce? Want to learn how to play? We will offer four free clinics in April: Tuesday, April 17 (8:00 -10:30 AM and 10:30 – Noon) and Sunday, April 29 (1:00- 2:30 PM and 2:30-4:00 PM). Space is limited to 16 people per clinic. To reserve your spot, sign –up at our Information Kiosk (adjacent to the Cedar Centre). Sign-up sheets will be available starting Saturday, April 7. Stay tuned for infor- mation on the Spring Bocce Tournament scheduled for April 25th. • Pickleball – The opening date for Pickleball is yet to be determined. If you are new to Pickleball, you can try it out with a free lesson in May (Racquets and balls are provided). Once the season is underway, games for members are regu- larly scheduled Monday – Friday. For more details, check in with Lois or Yvonne at the Pickleball registration desk on April 14th. • Golf – The golf course at Cedar Heights is a great place to practice your short game. A clinic is scheduled for April 25, weather and course conditions permitting. Check the web- site www.cedarheightscommunity.ca for more information as it becomes available. If you are interested in any of these activities and wish to participate on a regular basis, come to the Cedar Heights Community Association Registration Day April 14th at the YOURYOUR BUSINESSBUSINESS WITHWITH Cedar Heights Centre. In addition to information on the out- door season, there will be information on the many activities sponsored by CHCA during the year. If you can’t come April 14, the Hall office is staffed Tuesday and Thursday from 1:00 -3:00 pm. Our friendly administration volunteers will be hap- py to help you become a Cedar Heights member and register for your outdoor program of choice (Phone 250- 675-2012). 250.463.2611 [email protected] Please note, regular participation in any of the outdoor leagues requires CHCA membership – a real deal at $25/year. Another sign that spring has arrived is the annual plant sale. This year it will be held at the Centre on May 12th. Volunteers Our volunteers are integral to the success of the various indoor and outdoor programs and events offered by Cedar Heights Community Association. In 2017 our 500+ members contributed 9,000 volunteer hours! All programs and events are lead by a volunteer from the CHCA membership. Volun- QUALITY FIBREGLASS DECKS teers have an opportunity to shape the various program areas  from Fitness and Golf to Movie Night. Club members will- Great selection of colors & designs to choose from ingly share their expertise (e.g.: photography and ukulele) and   their time preparing and running events (e.g.: Lobsterfest and Guaranteed workmanship over 27 years experience Kids Christmas Shopping). Besides contributing to the com- munity, volunteering with CHCA is a great way to meet new Book early to Serving the Shuswap and Salmon Arm area ensure your deck people and get support if you are starting a new activity. is protected! 250-838-6589 after 5pm 24 THE SOUTH SHUSWAP SCOOP APRIL 2018

What to do Time to Talk Ticks It is important to remove ticks found on people and Interior Health pets. To do so, wear gloves and use needle nose tweezers to As the weather starts to warm up, people across the Interior gently grasp the tick close to the skin. Pull the tick straight out Health region are spending more time outdoors. This can mean without squeezing it. After it is removed, clean the area with an uptick in tick bites. soap and water. If the tick is alive (live ticks can be tested for Ticks are small bugs, about the size of a sesame seed, which Lyme disease), you can save it in a sealed container with a cot- feed on the blood of humans and animals –and, sometimes, ton ball soaked in water. Record the date of the bite on the transmit diseases. Ticks are prevalent throughout the Interior container. If you have concerns or need assistance removing a and are typically found in tall grass and wooded areas. tick, please contact your doctor or visit a walk-in medical clin- Tick species and symptoms ic. Signs of many tick-borne infections can be quite similar and Although most tick bites are harmless, it is important to include fever, headache, muscle pain, and rash. watch for signs of illness and see a doctor as soon as possible if Wood Ticks (Dermacentor andersoni), the species most you notice a bull’s eye rash or other symptoms. If you saved commonly found through the Interior Health region, do not the tick, bring it with you to your medical appointment. carry the Lyme disease bacteria – they can carry other diseases Fortunately, a number of precautions can be taken to pre- such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever, however. vent tick bites and tick-related illnesses. For example, you Ixodes ticks (Ixodes pacificus or Ixodes angustus) are the should: species that transmit Lyme disease. They are more common • Walk on cleared trails when in tall grass or wooded areas. throughout coastal B.C. but may be present in some Interior • Cover up by wearing a hat, long sleeves, and pants. Health areas. While less than one per cent of Ixodes in B.C. • Wear light-coloured clothing to help spot ticks easily. carry Lyme disease, it is important to recognize the symptoms. • Tuck pant legs into socks or boots. In addition to a fever, headache, and muscle pain, people in- • Apply insect repellent containing DEET on uncovered skin. fected with Lyme disease will often develop a rash that looks • Check clothing and scalp (covered or not) when leaving an like a “bull’s eye” target which expands from the site of the tick area where ticks may live – ask someone to help check hard bite. to reach areas. Lastly, some ticks have toxins that can cause temporary • Have a shower after returning from areas where ticks may muscle weakness and paralysis if left attached for several live. days. Once the tick is removed, symptoms fade. • Regularly check household pets for ticks. To help keep ticks away from your home and yard, you can: • Keep your lawn short and remove any fallen leaves and Simpson Computer Services weeds. • Keep a buffer area such as wood-chip or gravel border be- tween your lawn and wooded areas or stone walls. Any play Onsite, On-time, equipment or play zones should be kept away from wooded Residential & Now offering areas. Aerial Videography & Photography! • Trim tree branches to allow more sunlight in your yard. Commercial Go to: • www.bigskyaerialphoto.com Keep wood piles and bird feeders away from the house. Computer Services • Widen and maintain trails on your property.

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Mike Simpson Admission, $2 donation going to the proposed Shuswap Performing Arts Centre 250-833-8755 To reserve a table, $10, call 250-832-2300 [email protected] New or used items, crafts and produce accepted APRIL 2018 THE SOUTH SHUSWAP SCOOP 25 Sorrento Lions Club By Judi Kembel Our Annual Easter Egg Hunt was held on April 1st at the Sorrento/Blind Bay Park on Davidson Road, Sorrento. It was a very snowy and cold day but that didn’t keep the children, parents and grandparents away. Everyone was bundled up for the weather including Percy the lamb in his wool sweater! This event is always free and included distribution of approximately 8,000 chocolate foil wrapped eggs to be found, a visit from the Easter Bunny who arrived onboard a fire truck as well as an Easter Bonnet Parade with prizes for the best handmade hat. A very special thank you to Munro’s Prescriptions for their an- nual donation of candy and the River of Life Community Church for their free hot dogs, coffee and hot chocolate.

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SPRING CLEANING? Our 4th annual Garage Sale will be held on May 26th from 8:00 am – 3:00 pm at the Sorrento Memorial Hall, 1150 Pass- chendaele Road. If you have any household items that are taking up space and would like to donate, please call Wayne Kembel at 250- 675-2616 or email [email protected] for further information regarding pick-up and delivery options. Please NO large appliances, mattresses, upholstered furniture, clothes or computer electronics. Our weekly meat draws continue to be held every Friday from 5:00 pm to 7:00 until June 23rd, 2018 at the Copper Island Pub & Grill on the TransCanada Highway in Sorrento. All funds raised go right back into the community. Please come out and support this worthy and fun event. We always welcome new members. And if you are over 19 years of age (male or female) and would like more infor- mation about becoming a Lion, please join us on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month at the Sorrento Memorial Hall at 6:45 pm or contact Sorrento Lions club secretary Judi Kem- bel at 250-675-2616 or [email protected]. We would love to hear from you! 26 THE SOUTH SHUSWAP SCOOP APRIL 2018 Eyes on Education Supporting Children in the Classroom – The Role of the CEA

By Dawn Clarke ing knowledge and independ- By Louise Barber A Certified Educational ence is paramount in any The South Shuswap Historical Society (SSHS) has a Assistant, (CEA), is a mem- child’s development and edu- mandate which covers the historical aspects of communities ber of a child’s educational cation. within the south Shuswap region including Wild Rose Bay, team, and is an invaluable Not only is Kiley new to Eagle Bay, White Lake, Sunnybrae, Sorrento, Blind Bay, asset in the running of a Sorrento Elementary, but she Notch Hill, Balmoral, Tappen, Carlin, Skimikin, Tillis Land- smooth and effective class- is also a relatively new resi- ing, Paradise Point and Bastion Bay. room environment. Working dent of Blind Bay. Born in The SSHS would like to involve everyone in a ‘time travel- ler’ guessing activity. From April through to December 2018 under the supervision of the Quesnel, growing up in Prince the Scoop will publish one historical photograph each month teacher, they support the George, and living for the last from a particular area in the South Shuswap. We will learning and independence of seven years in MacKenzie, ask a question about the picture and you are invited to ‘guess’ children who benefit from northern BC, Kiley and her the answer. A draw of correct answers will determine the win- additional assistance to meet partner were looking for a ner who will be notified and receive a history book ($25 val- their educational goals. Sor- sunnier, warmer, and family ue). rento Elementary employs six friendly location to bring up The SSHS and Hidden Gems Bookstore in Salmon Arm CEA’s who work inclusively their daughter. It was two will partner to award the book prize to the lucky winner! So with all students, to help years ago when they headed put on your best history ‘thinking cap’ and see if you can iden- them progress through the south with their RV hunting tify and correctly guess the ‘time traveller’ photograph! school system. for that perfect location. Good luck historians! Kiley Sitter joined the Their search started in the staff at Sor- southern part rento Ele- of the Prov- mentary in ince, and January of driving north this year to from there, take up the on their way role of CEA, home, they a position had not real- that allows ly found her to use anywhere her educa- Kiley Sitter, one of five CEA’s employed they felt was tion and at Sorrento Elementary School 100% right knowledge, to help children for them until they discovered overcome any challenges they Blind Bay. Driving through may meet. Kiley works each the area in the summer was day in the Grade 1 and Grade all they needed to determine 2 class of teacher Danielle this was the spot for them, Can you identify this building and it’s location? Douglas, and plays an im- and in August 2017 they Send your guesses by e-mail to [email protected] portant role in helping stu- made the move. or call/text 250-463-2611 by Friday April 27 for your chance to dents achieve their individual During her time in Mac- win a history book! Winner will be announced in next month’s Scoop educational goals in the class- Kenzie, Kiley was keen to room. A key part of her role find a role in children’s edu- is to create a positive learning cation, and she started that space, and to ensure that those journey by studying for the children who need additional necessary certificate whilst assistance, are well attended bringing up her own daughter. to. Allowing a child to com- Studying part-time, she com- plete tasks independently and pleted the course with her knowing when to step in and practicum served at Sorrento help, if required, is an im- Elementary, following her portant element of Kiley’s move to the area, and earned role. Promoting and develop- (Continued on page 27) APRIL 2018 THE SOUTH SHUSWAP SCOOP 27 Business Scoop Sitting All Day at Work Can Be Dangerous

Submitted by Rob Marshall And what about those fine motor skills? But, so can standing... If we stand, our performance might be Cornell University has studied the compromised. So, standing all day is effects of sitting and standing all day at not the answer to the negative effects of work and report some interesting facts sitting all day, obviously. that today's employers and workers would By now, you'd think the simple an- do well to consider. In today's world, we swer is the sit-stand workstation men- all sit more at work than our parents did tioned earlier, but in Cornell's field and certainly more than their parent's studies they found few benefits. This generation. But, is this a good thing? was mainly due to people only standing Maybe not. infrequently and for very short periods Apparently, if we sit for more than an of time. In fact, it would appear once hour a whole bunch of chemical changes the novelty wears off, people tend to take place in our body that lead to fat be- revert to their old habit of sitting at ing deposited rather than being absorbed their computer all the time. And, there 250.803.0156 by muscles. It's also possible that sitting were also posture issues that can cause for too long may make us more prone to health risks to neck and wrists. heart and kidney disease. All sorts of other, almost gimmicky, habit of moving while working rather Sitting of course is necessary to do ideas have been tried such as having than just sitting and listening to your ar- many jobs because it enables us to per- workstations that double as bicycles or teries clog up. form tasks that rely on fine motor skills training machines; not unexpectedly these Source: Cornell University Ergonom- more effectively. That's why we drive resulted in poor work performance. ics Web sitting down and graphic designers usual- Cornell University's advice for better Rob Marshall is the Executive Director of ly design at desks. Having said that, ergo- and healthier ergonomics at work is to Community Futures Shuswap. For more nomics specialists have for many years follow a regimen of standing for eight small business tips and resources, visit encouraged us to get up occasionally and minutes every 20 minutes and move beyourfuture.ca . move around. And, the proliferation and around for two minutes. increasing popularity of standing desks Apparently, the exact timing is less of shows there is interest in becoming more an issue than to at least have a movement mobile in the office. break every twenty to thirty minutes - not There is little doubt that frequent just stand, but move around to a point small breaks are good for our bodies and where you are stimulating blood circula- April 30 our overall performance and productivity. tion to your muscles. No need to do calis- But, if sitting for too long can be detri- thenics, walking around the office, or mental to our health, what about standing your home will be sufficient. If you are in for too long? a meeting stand up for a while, walk up Well, we all know that if we stand too and down a flight of stairs every hour, go long we get tired. It puts pressure on our and get a coffee from a coffee shop a cardiovascular system and can increase block or two away. It really doesn't mat- our chances of developing varicose veins. ter - what counts is that you get into the

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(Continued from page 26) her CEA certification in January of this year. She was de- lighted when an opportunity to join the staff arose, as she now not only lives in this area which she loves, but she can work here too, and be close to her daughter who attends the school. When not working at her CEA role, Kiley can be found enjoying family time on the lake or out camping. She is an- 250-679-3373 ticipating a wonderful summer and looks forward to many Landscape Rock - Bark Mulch happy times living and working in the South Shuswap. - Top Soil - 28 THE SOUTH SHUSWAP SCOOP APRIL 2018 Sorrento Village Farmers' Market Opens May 12th By Nicholas Driver tion of goodies. Ranging from fresh Welcome to the Sorrento Village vegetables and fruits, meats, eggs, and Farmers' Market! The best little market baking to many different crafts such as on the Shuswap! We are open every woodworking and lovely handmade Saturday 8:00am – 12:00pm from jewellery. All made, baked, or grown Mothers' Day weekend (May 12th) to right here by the vendors you can meet Thanksgiving Weekend (October 6th). and talk to in person. New this year we will have Tocino's This has been a flourishing market alpacas come by for a few pettings! Li- for many years hosted by long-term lo- on's Club will also be here 4 times for cals who live and work the land year their great pancake breakfasts; June round to many seasonal entrepreneurs 10th, July 14th, August 11th, and Sep- flaunting the handmade goods. tember 15th. See you there this summer! Come on down and enjoy our selec-

Pare Down Your Closet By Debbie Armour, Deb’s Style Loft wardrobe. You can use the money you FINDING THAT SATISFYING BALANCE make to purchase new pieces. BETWEEN functional and inspiring when Step 2: SHOP. This is the fun part. At it comes to your wardrobe is easier said the store ask, will this fill a gap in my than done. We've all dreamed at one closet or create one? When you get point or another of removing every item home, don't leave that new item in the from our closets and starting over, add- bag for a week. Test it out on those out- ing back only what speaks to us. fits you imagined it with. This will save Enter a 3-step program to pare down you on those "I have nothing to wear" your closet, shop mindfully and make mornings. your clothes last. Step 3: You found those wardrobe hero Step 1: IF YOU HAVEN’T WORN IT IN pieces. Now take care of your clothes so three months - hang on, 6 MONTHS – you don't end up all the way back to THINK ABOUT IT, ONE YEAR – SET IT step one. FREE. TRY CONSIGNING; selling your Next topic: How to save and preserve clothes is a great way to refresh your your clothes.

Time to Volunteer? By Dawn Clarke National Volunteer Week, organized Before deciding on a volunteer ac- April 15th to 21st is National Vol- by Volunteering Canada, is a time to tivity, it is important to consider how unteer week in Canada so maybe it is celebrate volunteerism and volunteer- much time you can and wish, to con- time for everyone to think about how ing, and was first observed in Canada in tribute, to ensure that you can meet the important volunteering is to our com- 1943 as a way to celebrate the contribu- requirements of the work you have munity in the South Shuswap and what tion made by women for their war ef- agreed to take on. However demanding each and everyone of us can do to con- fort. After the war ended it declined in or simple the task may be, you can be tribute. Whether it is in health, emer- popularity but was revived in the sure it will be acknowledged, and the gency services, senior services, animals 1960’s and is now observed every year, benefits will far outweigh the initial or with your own club, church or social not just in Canada but worldwide. We reservations you may have had. group, the benefits of volunteering go are a country known for our commit- If you are looking for places to vol- well beyond the immediate help that it ment to volunteering with statistics unteer google ‘volunteer opportunities can provide. Working with others, for sorrento bc’ and it will help you con- the benefit of others is rewarding and showing over 13 million of us, half the adult population, dedicate time from nect with organizations that could use can in itself provide many benefits to your help. our own personal well-being. our busy lives. APRIL 2018 THE SOUTH SHUSWAP SCOOP 29 Arts Council For The South Shuswap By Karen Brown, Arts Council date. We want to ensure success for not a regular Administrator only our fundraiser event, but for all oth- sponsorship South Shuswap 2018 Calendar er fundraisers taking place the same which includes your business name on all of Events is Now Out! weekend. STAY TUNED for details on a field signage and mention at each event The 2018 Calendar of Events for the new dinner & auction date! or $800 for a major sponsorship which South Shuswap is now out. If you would Music in The Bay is Looking includes your business name and logo on like a copy of the Events Brochure, many for Sponsorship all field signage and logo/name on all of the retail outlets, restaurants & cafes Each year, we invite 16 businesses to posters distributed around town. Of and non-profit organizations and halls help sponsor the Music in the Bay sum- course, you will also be recognized each have copies to give away. Failing that, mer music series. This year you will see week at Music in the Bay. contact the Arts Council directly at such artists as Andrew Allen (who kicks Stay Informed by Becoming an 250.515.3276 and we’ll be happy to send off the season on July 5th) and the highly Arts Council Member you one in the mail or you can access it popular Locarno. Returning for 2018 you To join our email list to receive your online and download it yourself at: will also see the country rock group Me monthly newsletter with all of the area’s shuswaparts.com & Mae. The final slate is about set and events and happenings, contact the Arts Arts Council Fundraiser Dinner & ready to roll! It’s going to be an amazing Council to become a member. It’s only Auction Postponed summer down by the waterfront in Blind $20 per adult per year ($10 senior rate Due to a number of conflicting events Bay every Thursday evening! and $40 for a family!) in the South Shuswap in April, the Arts If your business would like to sponsor Email: [email protected] to Council has decided to postpone its fund- Music in the Bay 2018, there are two join! raiser dinner/auction event until a later levels of sponsorship available: $400 for

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Folks are always welcome to come and enjoy the afternoon. On April 27 there is a pro D day. Long weekend time. No school that day. And lastly there will be another play by 'Axis theatre' for the elementary kids on May 3 at 1:15 pm in the gym. You are once again welcome to attend. The Carlin Country Market has its meetings on Fridays at 1:00 pm in the break out room of the learning commons. Any questions or if you can help please phone or text Melissa at (250) 803-8980. Spring is in the air. Have an awesome month everyone. 30 THE SOUTH SHUSWAP SCOOP APRIL 2018 Off the Grid Episode 23 - And The Tax Man Cometh By Una St. Clair I quickly pulled the door open, plas- “We’ve got a problem!” were the tering a welcoming smile facsimile on- words which jarred my deep slumber. to my face, ready to make amends. A Ernest was framed in the bedroom nondescript type of person was sitting doorway literally shouting at me. in an even more nondescript kind of “We’ve got a problem!” he repeated car, furiously making notes. I presume sternly, as I shook my head like a Spies and Unexpected CRA Agents wounded prize fighter trying to make must be trained by the same govern- the words fit together. I had been up ment operatives to just blend in with lambing until 5 a.m., and judging by the the crowd. “Hello!” I said ever so clock, had fallen asleep less than an sweetly “How lovely of you to make a hour ago. I fell out of bed like a drunk- home visit!” The tax agent was not to en sailor. “Your kitten has fallen behind be mollified. “You haven’t filed your the stove.” he declared matter of factly, taxes for four years!” he said grimly and then promptly sat down to read his through clenched teeth. Amazing how book while sipping his coffee. government officials take things so per- “Seriously? 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By Jason Lutterman All adventurers have that one place they visit multiple times a year that never seems to get old. I seem to have many of those places, though the one that holds the top spot is the Hoodoos. Located in Kamloops, the Mara Canyon known best as the Hoodoos, is a slot canyon formed by a volcanic eruption that took place some 50 million years ago. As you enter the trail, it’s hard to not just stand in awe of the massive rock for- mations. The textures and vibrant colours highlight the land- scape and captivate the senses. The smell of sage fills the air as we pass through the bushes along the trail into the canyon. A favourite of our seasoned adventure pups. But this is also where the cactus grows in small patches spread out along the sage and usually one of the dogs will end up with a little piece of cactus in their paws. So, I suggest keeping to the trail until you get into the canyon. veals incredible rock pillars reaching up to the sky, jagged A steep incline up a rocky trail will lead you to the canyon mountains surround the canyon while twisted trees hang over entrance, hiking boots are a must; this terrain is unforgiving if the river bed trail offering shade in the hotter months. ill-prepared. The trail leading up the canyon is a narrow river Making your way up the trail, you’ll find many little trails bed that often has a small amount of water trickling down the that lead to lookouts and hidden caverns. To see it all in one center during the early spring months. Every step forward re- day would be impossible. If you follow the canyon all the way up, the trail will loop out of the hoodoos and around onto the top of the mountain. The second half of the loop is completely different with an open landscape and large mountain top views the whole way down. I have found that most people do the trail in two separate visits. The freedom to explore the Hoodoos adds to its beauty, it’s easy to explore the area while respecting the sensitive terrain and formations. That’s always been one of the greatest things about the area, the respect past visitors have shown. There has never been any garbage or senseless vandalism in all the years we have been hiking there. If you’re looking for a real adven- ture, or to feel like you’re on the other side of the world only an hour’s drive from home, look no further. Lace up those hik- ing boots, put the collar on the dog and don’t look back. For more info or trail ideas visit us at Shuswap Overland Adventures on Facebook or Instagram.

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Submitted by Cathy Wolf, are part of what makes Eagle Bay a to register their interest, concerns and on behalf of the Eagle Bay Hall Society great place to live. The quilting and support. By continuing to enhance these At the Annual General Meeting craft groups continue to thrive along channels of communication there will be (AGM) on March 22, Eagle Bay mem- with the new Garden Club and, of increased opportunity to participate and bers had an opportunity to discuss and course, dart enthusiasts who come to- be part of what makes Eagle Bay a wel- then voted to ratify a new constitution gether at the Hall every Friday night to coming and safe community. and new bylaws for the Eagle Bay Hall have bragging rights for the week. New ideas, support for the many Society. When it comes to identifying volun- existing activities and events currently When the new Societies Act came teers for district events and workshops, in the community, and, of course, add- into force on November 28, 2016, it re- recommending delegates to serve on ing your hands as well as your voice to quired that each Society in British Co- committees and commissions, or prepar- building community is at the heart of lumbia create a transition plan by No- ing reports and grants to address provin- changes to the constitution. Members vember 28, 2018. Eagle Bay Directors cial or local funding opportunities, the voted on March 22 also to apply for a wanted not only to be compliant with new constitution creates the conditions new name to the organization to identify the new requirements, but also to update for the Board to play a more active role. this expanded role. In following British our constitution and bylaws Columbia Registry require- to more accurately reflect the ments, we have submitted three community we serve. Sever- names, listed by priority, for al of our board members their approval: Eagle Bay Com- spent many hours over the munity Association, Eagle Bay past two years drafting a Community Hall Association number of documents that and finally Eagle Bay Commu- were presented at Director’s nity Hall Society. You will note meetings and then finally at the addition of “community” in the Annual General Meeting each of the names as we look to all members of Eagle Bay in serving the community more attendance. broadly. In keeping with the the We would appreciate your theme of citizens working thoughts and feedback on these together, helping each other, The quilting and craft groups continue to thrive along with the new changes. Go to our website at Garden Club and, of course, dart enthusiasts who come together at the and building community, the Hall every Friday Night to have bragging rights for the week. eaglebayhall.ca and click on the new constitution has expand- directors tab to have a copy of ed the purpose of the Society to include There has been support for improve- the new constitution, bylaws and a stronger emphasis on communication, ments such as the tennis courts, an up- minutes of the AGM. Give yourself a advocacy, support to members, and dated outdoor kitchen along with play- tour of our website to catch up on histo- community events. The Eagle Bay Hall ground facilities, signage in the commu- ry of the district or see what is happen- will continue to be the centre of the So- nity, and the continuation of the spring ing each week. Join ciety and of activities. Pancake break- roadside cleanup. Through the Society in. Memberships are fasts, fitness classes, the lending library, website and access to a free online available at the Mer- art workshops, Hamsters’ dinner theatre, monthly edition of the Eagle Eye, mem- cantile Store for only coffee houses, and community meetings bers can engage more fully with others $10.00/family. in the community

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Exhibitors • Cedar Heights : Anne Briggs. Topic - “Mindfulness” activities from all areas of health & wellness. ♦ Bocce Ball - opens Apr. 16. Free clinics April that can contribute to health and well-being. • Classic Car Show and Shine – May 12 at the 17, 29 (space limited, please reserve) . Refreshments. Rise and Shine Breakfast Lakeview Centre. If SpringTournament April 25 • Sorrento Village Farmers Market - Opens you have a classic car to enter, call Luke Kuromi ♦ Pickleball Registration - April 14 Mother’s Day weekend, May 12, 8am to noon at to register 250-955-8610. ♦ Community Assoc. Registration Day - April 14 Sorrento Shoppers Plaza. • WORKSHOP - Governance Training for Your ♦ Golf clinic - April 25 (weather permitting) • Sorrento Lions 4th annual Garage Sale - May Non-Profit Group. Sat. May 12, 8:30-1:00 pm ♦ Annual Plant Sale - May 12 26, 8am - 3pm Sorrento Memorial Hall. To donate Quaaout Lodge (lunch included). NPO directors FMI: www.cedarheightscommunity.ca items call Wayne Kembel at 250-675-2616 or will learn how to enhance their approach to • GT Dragon Boat Society Registration Day- email [email protected]. Pick-up and policies, practices and decision-making in a Sat. April 21, 10am to 2pm at Blind Bay Village delivery options. Please NO large appliances, transparent and effective manner. Grocer. FMI Susan 250-803-6864 mattresses, upholstered furniture, clothes or com- • For more events around the North Shuswap • Lego Club - Apr 18 & 21, 6:30-7:30pm at Shus- puter electronics. check go to www.kicker.ca wap Lake Estates. Fee includes take home TAPPEN / SUNNYBRAE. CHASE project and snack • Sunnybrae Coffee House Feature - Sea Skull • Shuswap Experience Trade Show – May 5, • South Shuswap Library Events - Why Every- Hammer. Sat. April 14. Doors open at 6:30pm. 10am -3pm at Art Holding Memorial Arena. Free thing Shuswap - an Author’s Talk - Apr 12, Stop in at the Senior’s Hall for chili and a bun admission. Exhibitor deadline April 20. More info 1pm - presentation by author Jim Cooperman- first from 5:30 to 7:30 at ChaseChamber.com Healthy and Happy by Default – helping peo- • Sunnybrae Community Litter Pick-up - Sat. SALMON ARM & AREA ple create healthy happy lives. Tuesdays, 2- April 21. Please come out and help clean up • 18th Annual Shuswap Music Festival - April 16 - 3pm April 10, May 8 & June 12. litter along Sunnybrae Canoe Point Rd. Meet at 27 at Nexus First United Church. Amateur musi- • Tourism Kick–Off Breakfast - Fri. May 4, 8am the Seniors Hall at 10am. Bring gloves. Volun- cians of all ages perform competitively in piano, at Duffers Den. Excellent opportunity to promote teer drivers welcome. Appreciation BBQ. FMI. strings, vocal, band and choir. Includes Piano En- your business & learn about others. Hosted by 250-835-8800 sembles on Wednesday, April 18, 6 PM and Choir North & South Shuswap Chambers. • WORKSHOP - “Marketing Through Social on Tuesday, April 24, 6 PM. Admission by donation. • Blind Bay Village Grocer Customer Apprecia- Media” - Sat. May 5, 9:30-12:30pm at Carlin The Best of the Festival perform at the concluding tion Day - May 5th, 11am to 3pm. Pig Roast, Hall. Improve social media for business & non- Gala concert on Friday, April 27, 7pm for a fee. live music, prizes, vendors, wine/beer samples, profit organizations. To register: Programs are available online. Visit us at lunch by donation, mini-golf, bouncy castle, face www.southshuswapchamber.com or call www.ShuswapFestival.com. painting, 50/50 draw. 250-515-0002. • Diamond & Roses Gala - Sat. Apr. 27, 5-9pm at • Spring Fashion Show - Tues. May 15 at Finz. • Swap Meet - May 12, 8am - 3pm. Classic Car Prestige Harboufront Resort. Presented by Shus- EAGLE BAY HALL and Parts/Antiques and Collectables. White Post wap Women in Business. Buffet Dinner, Entertain- • Mother’s Day Pancake Breakfast - Sun. May 13. Auto Museum, 4439a TCH ment, Prizes. Cash bar. Win a diamond ring! FMI 9am to 11:30am. • Carlin Country Market - May 26. Regular meet- shuswapwomeninbusiness.com • Hamster’s Dinner Theatre - Become a Hamster! ings to start planning will be on Fridays at 1pm • Enderby Old Time Dance will hold their last dance or enjoy a fantastic meal and show in early May. in the learning commons break out room. Those of the season on May 4, 7 pm at the Enderby Drill FMI Rod 250-675-3772 interested in helping please call/text Melissa Hall. Everyone of all ages welcome. Please note SORRENTO 250-803-8980. too the AGM on Sunday May 6, 12 pm at the Anchor • WHITE LAKE Inn in Armstrong. Info call Jim at 250 515-1176 Spring Fling Dance - Sat. Apr14, 7pm at Sor- • rento Memorial Hall. Dinner, live music, cash White Lake Local Business Fair - Sat. Apr. 14, • Café Lit - May 11, 7pm to 10pm at Prestige bar, 50/50, safe drive home. 9am-1pm at White Lake Community Hall. Learn Hotel. Highlighted readings from nine Word on what services are available in the community. 20 • Beach Walk - Making public beaches public - the Lake Festival presenters, musical entertain- plus vendors! $5 haircuts. Concession. ment by Victor Anthony, mingling and chatting Sun. Apr. 22 at the Markwart Public Boat • Launch, accessed from the TCH at Henstridge Mothers Day Pancake Breakfast - Sun. May with the authors. Cash bar, refreshments. Road, across from the new Sorrento Tirecraft. 13, 11am at White Lake Community Hall. First www.wordonthelakewritersfestival.com/festival- Start time is 1pm. FMI Dan 250-319-5121 rate breakfast, with fun & flowers for mom! Craft overview sale, photo opportunities with fire truck. Raffle, • • Tunes of the Decades - Sorrento Drop In Society Flea Market/Garage Sale to support proposed draws take place at 11:15. Hosted by White presents the annual spring concert of the Sorrento Performing Arts Centre. Downtown Activities Lake Fire Dept. Glee Club at the Memorial Hall, Fri. April 27, 7pm. Centre 451 Shuswap St. Salmon Arm April 21 & NORTH SHUSWAP May 19. 12:30-3:30 pm. FMI www.s-sac.com Tickets available from choir members or phone • 250-675-2126. Earth Day Event at the Roderick Haig-Brown Table rental call Jake 250-832-2300. Park – Fri. April 20, 10:30am – 2:30pm at Inter- • Shuswap Artisan Market Grand Opening - May For more events in pretive Cabin. Walkabout Interpretive Sessions 5. across from Petro-Can. and around the with Adams River Salmon Society, BC Parks, Shuswap • WORKSHOP for Non-Profits - “Society Act check out: 38 THE SOUTH SHUSWAP SCOOP APRIL 2018 REGULARLY SCHEDULED EVENTS To add an event email [email protected] or call 250-463-2611 • Al-Anon Wed. 8-9pm, Evangelical Free Church, Carlin Hall • Mon: Line Dance (intermediate) 1-3pm, in Chase, BC 4051 Myers Rd. Tappen. www.carlinhall.net Sponge Ball 9-12pm • Badminton - Wed. 7 to 9pm at Sorrento Ele- To book call Marcha Adams 250-835-8577. • Tues: Ladies Bridge 1-4pm, Good Time mentary School. BYO racket. Non-competitive. • Beginner slow pitch jam Tues: 7pm to 9pm. Quilters 1st & 3rd, 9am-3pm, Sponge Ball 9- FMI 250-675-2397 • Intermediate acoustic jam Wed: 7pm to 9pm 12pm • Environmental sensitivities including EHS, • Coffee House 1st Saturday - December- • Wed: Line Dance (beginners) 10-11:30am, MCS. Monthly Sharing & Support Meeting. FMI March, 7pm. Doors open at 6:45. (Advanced) 1:30-3pm. Ballroom Dance 7- Una St.Clair at 250-675-5595 for meeting details. • Singers - Meet Thurs. 7 to 9 pm at the Arts 9pm. Lego Club 2nd Wed 6:30-8pm • GT Dragon Boat Society meets 3rd Friday, 6pm Council for the South Shuswap-Carlin Hall • Thurs: Play Group 9-12pm, Shuswap Pip- at Duffers Den. FMI GTdragonboatsociety.ca lower level. Come join the Coppertones! FMI ers1-4pm Susan Eisenberger, 250 675 3608 Karen 250-515-3276 • Friday: Sponge Ball 9-12pm, Youth Group • Probus Copper Island - meets at Cedar Cedar Heights Community Association (Gr. 5-7)6:30-7:30pm - (Gr. 8 & up)7:30- Heights Community Hall in Sorrento on the 2316 Lakeview Drive, Blind Bay 250-675-2012 9:30pm, Scrappy Quilt Chics 9-3pm second Thurs./mo. at 10 am Coffee at 9:30. www.cedarheightscommunity.ca • River of Life Service: Sun. 10am (Sunday For details call Mr. Doug Brown 250-803- • Mon - Co-ed Keep Fit 9am School 10:15am) 8930 • Tues - Seniors theatre 1pm / Karate 7pm / Sorrento Drop in Society • Seniors Lunch - 1st Thurs. 12:30pm at Duf- Ukulele Orchestra 7pm 1148 Passchendaele Rd. 250-675-5358 fers Den, Shuswap Lake Estates Golf Course. • Wed - Co-ed Keep Fit 9am / Carpet Bowling • Mon - Glee Club - 9:30 am 675-5021/ AA at 8pm Reservations by Mon. Call 250-675-3661 1pm / Crib & Canasta 1pm / Bridge 7pm • Tues - Wheels to Meals 2nd & 4th Tues. 675- • Shuswap Rock Club - First Tues of the month • Thurs - Probus Club (2nd Thurs) 9am / La- 4871. Snooker (men )1pm 675-2829 / Crib (Sept - June) 7:30 pm at Sorrento Drop in Socie- dies afternoon out 1:30pm / Karate 7pm / The 1:30 pm 675-4117 ty. Saturday workshops 12:00-4:00 pm fall- Shutterbugs Photo Club (3rd Thurs) 2pm • Wed - Cards, 1 pm 675-0065, Snooker, 6pm spring, Field trips spring-fall. FMI Pat, 250-675- • Fri - Co-ed Keep Fit 9am 675-2829 - Shuswap Wood Carvers: 9am 2849. • Sun - Sorrento Evangelical Free Church - to noon FMI Peter Husieff 250-675-2746. • The Shuswap Hiker Ladies meet weekly on Adult study 9:30am, Service 10:55am • Thurs - Quilting 10am 675-5358 / Snooker Fridays to hike the North and South Shuswap • Snooker 1pm every day except Wed. (men)1pm 675-2829 Trails. To join, con- • • tact [email protected] or visit http:// Summer Pickleball - check schedule online Fri - Ladies Snooker, 1pm 675-5115 www.thethirdhouse.ca/shuswaphikerladies/ Eagle Bay Community Hall • Sat - Scottish Dancing, 9:30am 675-3518 Sorrento Lions Club • The Arts OnSite with Lady Nature - meets 4326 Eagle Bay Rd. www.eaglebayhall.ca Mondays, 9am (May’til the end of October) Hall rentals: 250-675-3136 • Meet 1st & 3rd Thursday at 7:00pm at Sor- (writing, dancing, theatre, painting, drawing, • Quilting Mon.10-3 (Bring Lunch) 675-4531 rento Memorial Hall, 1150 Passchendaele Rd. composing music) create outdoors in the forest, • Crafts Wed, 10-2 (Bring Lunch) 675-4282 We welcome anyone interested in learning somewhere near Sorrento-Blind Bay. Con- • Fitness Tues & Thur 9 to 10:20am 675-5098 more about the Lions to join us. We are always tact: [email protected] or visit http:// • Garden Club - 1st Thur.10am, 675-3884 looking for new members. FMI Bob, 250-679- www.thethirdhouse.ca/theartsonsite/ • Darts Fri. 7:15 pm. Alan: 675-5403 2299 • TOPS Sorrento #4369 - Wed. from 8:15 to 10:00 • Coffee House 4th Sat of the Month 7:30pm • Meat Draw Fridays 5-7pmat the Copper Is- am at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church. (except Dec & June -Aug) Performers always land Bar & Grill Pub in Sorrento. 50/50 draw. 2385 Golf Course Drive. FMI Gail 250-675-2849 welcome! Gaetane 675-2178 FMI Wayne 250-675-2616. • TOPS Sorrento #1856 - Thurs. weigh-in at Library (ORL) South Shuswap Branch Sunnybrae Community Hall 8:30am, meeting starts 9am at Sorrento Place Blind Bay Market. 250-675-4818 3595 Sunnybrae Canoe Point Rd. Clubhouse on Buckley Rd. Jacquie Everett www.orl.bc.ca/branches/south-shuswap Hall Rentals - Vicki Green - 250- 835-2199, 250-675-2574 • Writer’s Nook - 2nd & 4th Wed. 10am-12pm. Facebook.com/SunnybraeCommunityAssociation Blind Bay Memorial Hall New members welcome: sunnybraecommunityassociation.com 2510 Blind Bay Rd. 250-675-3139 www.thethirdhouse.ca • Badminton Sun 2-4pm & Wed 9-11am [email protected] Facebook: Blind Bay • Fireside Knitters - 1st & 3rd Fri. 10am - • Karate - Tues & Thurs 6pm Community Hall & Reedman Gallery. noon. Come join by the fireplace. • Coffee House - 2nd Sat - Oct to May Website: blindbaymemorialhall.ca • Page Turners book Club - 3rd Thurs, 10am • General Meeting 4th Wed: 7:30pm • Blind Bay Painters - Tues. 9:30am - 3pm; • Children’s Programs - For a full list of story Sunnybrae Seniors Hall Betty 250-675-2249 - bschrive@ telus.net times, baby talk, colouring, craft days, and 3585 Sunnybrae Canoe Pt. Rd., • Blind Bay Blues Club - every 3rd Tues. of more check our website or stop by. Maddie Welch 250-835-8255 the month, 7pm. Chris Emery 250-675-2865/ Notch Hill Town Hall • Sunnybrae Painters/Crafters Mon 9:30am [email protected] 1639 Notch Hill Rd. 250-803-5206 (except statutory holidays) FMI 250-835-8539 • Garden Club - 3rd Wed. 10am to noon www.notchhillhall.com • Quilters -1st & 3rd Wed. (250-835-8255) • Talana Twirlers - Thurs. 7-9:30pm; Nancy • Meet 1st Mon. at 7pm (bank holiday 2nd • Potluck dinner and Meeting 3rd Tues, 5:30 Alison at 250-675-5375 or [email protected] Mon) Watch for special events all year. pm (except July/Aug) Betty Bergman at 250-675-4408 or Shuswap Lake Estates Community Centre • Shuswap Needle Arts Guild meet 1st & 3rd [email protected]. email: [email protected] Thursday, 10am to 4 pm (Sept. to Jun) FMI • Tues Night Blues Jam - 3rd Tues. at 7 pm. Web: www.shuswaplakeestates.com Jo (250)-832-9308 or Sharon (250)-832-4588. FYI Chris Emery at 250-675-2865. 250-675-2523, Many more events on webpage APRIL 2018 THE SOUTH SHUSWAP SCOOP 39 40 THE SOUTH SHUSWAP SCOOP APRIL 2018

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